Minutes

Committee of Council

The Corporation of the City of Brampton

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

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

Hybrid Meeting - Virtual Option & In-Person in Council Chambers – 4th Floor – City Hall

Members Present:

• Mayor Patrick Brown (ex officio)
• Regional Councillor R. Santos
• Regional Councillor P. Vicente
• Regional Councillor N. Brar
• Regional Councillor M. Palleschi
• Regional Councillor D. Keenan
• Regional Councillor M. Medeiros (arrived at 9:55 a.m.)
• Regional Councillor P. Fortini
• City Councillor R. Power
• Regional Councillor G. Toor
• Deputy Mayor H. Singh

Staff Present:

• Marlon Kallideen, Chief Administrative Officer, and Acting Commissioner, Public Works and Engineering
• Bill Boyes, Commissioner, Community Services, and Acting Fire Chief
• Steve Ganesh, Commissioner, Planning, Building and Growth Management
• Alex Milojevic, Commissioner, Corporate Support Services
• Mike Mulick, Acting Commissioner, Legislative Services
• Heidi Dempster, General Manager, Brampton 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

The meeting was called to order at 9:32 a.m. and recessed at 12:03 p.m. At 1:02 p.m., Committee moved into Closed Session, recessed at 1:49 p.m., moved back into Open Session at 2:01 p.m. and adjourned at 2:04 p.m.

  

2.

Approval of Agenda

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

The following motion was considered.

• CW369-2023

  That the agenda for the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023 be approved, as amended, as follows:

  To add:

  5.4  Announcement - S&P Global Ratings Affirmation of the City of Brampton’s AAA Credit Rating

  Council Sponsor: Deputy Mayor Singh

  5.5  Announcement - Erinoak Cheque Presentation

  Council Sponsor: Mayor Brown

  6.5  Delegation from Sylvia Roberts, Brampton resident, re: Item 12.2.1 - Staff Report re: State of Local Infrastructure Report – 2022

  11.3.1 Discussion Item at the Request of Regional Councillor Toor re: Logistics Innovation Zone in Brampton

  Carried

3.

Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

Nil

  

4.

Consent

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, 8.2.4, 8.3.1, 8.3.2, 8.3.3, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 10.2.2, 12.2.2, 12.2.4, 12.2.7, 15.1, 15.4)

The following motion was considered.

• CW370-2023

  That the following items to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023 be approved as part of Consent:

  (8.2.1, 8.2.4, 8.3.1, 8.3.2, 8.3.3, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 10.2.2, 12.2.2, 12.2.4, 12.2.7, 15.4)

  Carried

  Note: Later in the meeting, on a two-thirds majority vote to reopen the question, the Consent Motion was reopened and Item 15.1 was removed from Consent.  

   

  
  

5.

Announcements

5.1

Announcement - Startup Canada Brampton Tour Stop - Thursday, October 26, 2023 - Rose Theatre, Brampton

Presenter: Kayla Isabelle, CEO, Startup Canada 

Council Sponsor: Regional Councillor Toor

Kayla Isabelle, CEO, Startup Canada, provided a presentation regarding the Startup Canada Tour, highlighted the benefits of this event for entrepreneurs, provided details on the event taking place at The Rose Theatre on Thursday, October 26, 2023, and thanked the City for its support.

  

5.2

Announcement - 2023 Green Fleet Award - Fleet Administration Team

Presenters: Rob Gasper, Director, Roads Maintenance, Operations and Fleet, and Aaron Moss, Manager, Fleet, Public Works and Engineering 

Council Sponsor: Regional Councillor Vicente

Rob Gasper, Director, Roads Maintenance, Operations and Fleet, Public Works and Engineering, announced that Brampton was named the top Green Fleet in the 2023 Green Fleet Awards competition by the National Association of Fleet Administration. Mr. Gasper provided an overview of the award, introduced the Fleet Administration Team, and congratulated them on their achievement.

 

5.3

Announcement and Proclamation - National Respiratory Therapy Week - October 22 to 29, 2023

Presenter: Yvonne Drasovean, President, Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario

Council Sponsor: Regional Councillor Brar

Yvonne Drasovean, President, Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario, announced that October 22 to 29, 2023 marks National Respiratory Therapy Week, and provided information regarding the field of respiratory therapy.

Mayor Brown read the proclamation.

Regional Councillor Kaur Brar recognized the important contributions of respiratory therapists, and acknowledged and thanked them for their dedication and vital role in patient care.

 

5.4

Announcement - S&P Global Ratings Affirmation of the City of Brampton’s AAA Credit Rating

Council Sponsor: Deputy Mayor Singh

Nash Damer, Treasurer, Corporate Support Services, announced that S&P Global Ratings awarded Brampton the AAA credit rating for the 8^th consecutive year, and explained the significance of this credit rating and how it benefits Brampton.

Deputy Mayor Singh and Nash Damer thanked the Finance team for their efforts and achievement. 

  

5.5

Announcement - Erinoak Cheque Presentation

Council Sponsor: Mayor Brown

Deputy Mayor Singh provided information on the Cricket for Autism event, which was held to raise funds for the Erinoak Kids Treatment Centre.

A representative from the Erinoak Kids Treatment Centre thanked the City and event organizers for this event, and the donation to the Centre.

A representative from Cricket for Autism provided an overview of the event and funds raised, indicated this event will be held annually, and presented a cheque to the Erinoak Kids Treatment Centre.  

 

6.

Public Delegations

6.1

Possible Delegations re: Proposed Procedure By-law Amendments - Implementing New Mayoral Duties and Authorities and Housekeeping Updates 

P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that there were no delegations registered or present in the meeting to address Committee with respect to this matter.

See Item 10.2.1 - Recommendation CW385-2023

 

6.2

Delegation from Sushma Khinvasara and Mukesh Shanghavi, Representatives of Shrimd Rajchandra Mission Dharampur, Canada, re: Ceremonial Street Naming Request

Harsha Shanghavi, representative of the Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD) Canada, provided a presentation to Committee, which included information regarding the SRMD, and requested Committee's consideration to name a street in Brampton "Shrimad Rajchandra Street". 

Deputy Mayor Singh thanked the delegation for their presentation.

The following motion was considered.

• CW371-2023

  That the delegation from Sushma Khinvasara and Mukesh Shanghavi, representatives of Shrimd Rajchandra Mission Dharampur, Canada, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Ceremonial Street Naming Request, be received.

  Carried

6.3

Delegation from Robinson Akintade, Director of Coaching, and Tyrell Lassche, Ombudsman, Brampton Minor Football Association, re: Support and Growth of Amateur Sport in Brampton

Robinson Akintade, Director of Coaching, Brampton Minor Football Association (BMFA), provided a presentation to Committee regarding the BMFA, and requested "financial relief in the form of reduced city operated storage fees, and to develop a partnership with the city to promote sport for the youth and make it more accessible". In addition, the delegation provided information on how the BMFA supports youth.

In response to questions from Committee, the delegation provided information on youth football programs in Brampton and BMFA volunteers, fundraising, realty fees, current number of teams and the establishment of a girls team.

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Request for information on comparator groups supported in Brampton
• Financial barriers to youth participation
• City subsidy for field costs
• Support provided by other cities in the GTHA for similar football programs
• Partnerships with school boards and the need to maximize the use of amenities

The following motion was considered.

• CW372-2023

  That the delegation from Robinson Akintade, Director of Coaching, and Tyrell Lassche, Ombudsman, Brampton Minor Football Association, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Support and Growth of Amateur Sport in Brampton, be referred to staff for a report back to include information on comparator groups supported in Brampton, usage of public amenities, and support provided by other cities, within the GTHA, to similar organizations.

  Carried

6.4

Delegation from Jannies Le, Executive Director, Samiya Kebir, Program Supervisor, and Rashmi Khosla, Board President, Armagh, re: Item 9.3.3 - Transitional Housing to Support Women Fleeing Violence

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

Jannies Le, Executive Director, Samiya Kebir, Program Supervisor, and Rashmi Khosla, Board President, Armagh, provided a presentation to Committee entitled "Building Lives Free of Violence", which included information regarding family and intimate partner violence in Peel Region, programs and services provided by Armagh, access and wait times for transitional housing, and a request for "financial support to address our funding gap to support women and their families in our 12 new units coming online in Brampton January 2024".

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Important work of Armagh
• Information regarding transitional housing and how it supports women fleeing violence
• Lack of provincial funding for transitional housing
• The need to address the issue of gender-based violence
• Information regarding the Brampton program
• Subsidy funding from the Region of Peel and alternate funding options for transitional housing (e.g. rapid housing fund)
• Domestic and gender-based violence in Brampton
• Long wait times for permanent housing 
• Indication that transitional housing will ease shelter capacity issues

A motion was introduced with the following operative clause:

Therefore Be It Resolved That:

1. The delegation from Jannies Le, Executive Director, Samiya Kebir, Program Supervisor, and Rashmi Khosla, Board President, Armagh, re: Item 9.3.3 - Transitional Housing to Support Women Fleeing Violence, be referred to staff for further consideration; 

2. The City of Brampton forward this motion to, and advocate at the Region of Peel for, support of Armagh House’s housing pilot in Brampton, to ensure its delivery with corresponding wraparound support during the Region’s transition period of dissolution; 

3. The Mayor, on behalf of Council, write a letter to the Provincial Government (Premier, Minister of Housing, Minister of Community and Social Services, and Associate Minister of Women's Social and Economic Opportunity, and all local Brampton MPPs) that transitional housing such as that provided by Armagh House with its necessary wraparound supports, be included as an important piece in building affordable housing that should be financially supported by the province, especially for women escaping domestic violence; and

4. The Mayor, on behalf of Council, write a letter to the Federal Government (Prime Minister, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, and all local Brampton MPs) to financially support transitional housing and specifically Armagh House’s pilot model in Brampton.

An amendment to clause 1 was introduced, and accepted by the mover, to add "and investigation of potential alignment of transitional housing under provincial and federal housing-related funding sources, on an emergency basis".

The motion, as amended, was considered as follows.

• CW373-2023

  Whereas:

  • Gender Based Violence (GBV) and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) has been declared an epidemic by the City of Brampton, Region of Peel and AMO, alongside dozens of other municipalities across the province and country; and
  • Peel Regional Police reported that they responded to more than 17,000 incidents of family and intimate partner violence in 2021 which equates to two disputes every hour; and
  • The affordable housing crisis in Canada is a detrimental barrier for survivors to leave their abusers which is forcing them (predominantly women and their children), to risk their safety every day, by choosing between homelessness or ongoing abuse; and
  • Second stage housing also known as Transitional Shelters/Housing is an integral aspect of the continuum of supports for IPV survivors and their children, providing them with wraparound support and the time and space to heal, prepare for the future, and achieve independence, and is proven to be an effective pathway for women and their children to escape violence and find permanent housing; and
  • A funding gap exists in Ontario whereby the Provincial Government does not currently fund transitional housing; and
  • Because of this funding gap, the Region of Peel has been supporting transitional shelters/housing like Armagh house, which is based in Mississauga; and
  • The Region of Peel Council on Thursday, October 26 will be discussing agenda items 8.2 – 8.4 relating to Housing Subsidies, Rapid Response Modular Housing, and Homelessness Policy and Programs; and
  • Armagh House has indicated that over 50% of their clients serviced at the Mississauga shelter are Brampton residents; and
  • Armagh House is implementing a new model of delivery of 12 units set to launch in January 2024, for transitional housing with vital wraparound support in collaboration with a private developer in Brampton; and
  • The Region of Peel has indicated commitments to rent subsidy and some program support for the Armagh House pilot in Brampton, but a funding gap still exists to deliver the program to include the necessary wraparound support consistent with the existing shelter in Mississauga; and
  • This new model of transitional housing provided by Armagh costs less than other short-term options such as hotels or building a completely new shelter.

  Therefore Be It Resolved That:

  1. The delegation from Jannies Le, Executive Director, Samiya Kebir, Program Supervisor, and Rashmi Khosla, Board President, Armagh, re: Item 9.3.3 - Transitional Housing to Support Women Fleeing Violence, be referred to staff for further consideration, and investigation of potential alignment of transitional housing under provincial and federal housing-related funding sources, on an emergency basis; 

  2. The City of Brampton forward this motion to, and advocate at the Region of Peel for, support of Armagh House’s housing pilot in Brampton, to ensure its delivery with corresponding wraparound support during the Region’s transition period of dissolution; 

  3. The Mayor, on behalf of Council, write a letter to the Provincial Government (Premier, Minister of Housing, Minister of Community and Social Services, and Associate Minister of Women's Social and Economic Opportunity, and all local Brampton MPPs) that transitional housing such as that provided by Armagh House with its necessary wraparound supports, be included as an important piece in building affordable housing that should be financially supported by the province, especially for women escaping domestic violence; and

  4. The Mayor, on behalf of Council, write a letter to the Federal Government (Prime Minister, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, and all local Brampton MPs) to financially support transitional housing and specifically Armagh House’s pilot model in Brampton.

  Carried

6.5

Delegation from Sylvia Roberts, Brampton resident, re: Item 12.2.1 - Staff Report re: State of Local Infrastructure Report - 2022

Sylvia Roberts, Brampton resident, addressed Committee with respect to Item 12.2.1 - Staff Report re: State of Local Infrastructure Report - 2022, and asked where information regarding the 10-year funding need could be found.

Regional Councillor Vicente advised that this report will be dealt with later in the meeting and staff will respond to the delegation's question at that time.

The following motion was considered.

• CW374-2023

  That the delegation from Sylvia Roberts, Brampton resident, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Item 12.2.1 - Staff Report re: State of Local Infrastructure Report - 2022, be received.

  Carried

7.

Government Relations Matters

7.1

Staff Update re: Government Relations Matters

C. Ethier, Manager, Government Relations and Public Liaison, Office of the CAO, provided a presentation, which included information and updates on matters relating to the Regional, Provincial and Federal Governments, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), Ontario Big City Mayor's, and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Concerns regarding encampments in the downtown and Etobicoke Creek areas due to over-capacity at shelters, and the need to establish a compassionate approach to address this issue
• Notice of Motion on the October 26, 2023 Regional Council Agenda regarding opportunities to expedite the planning and construction of the roads in the Highway 427 Industrial Secondary Plan Area
• Recent opinion by the Federal Supreme Court on the federal review of Highway 413, and an indication from staff that a final decision on this matter has not been rendered

The following motion was considered.

• CW375-2023

  That the presentation from C. Ethier, Manager, Government Relations and Public Liaison, Office of the CAO, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Government Relations Matters, be received.

  Carried

8.

Public Works and Engineering Section

8.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

  

8.2

Reports

8.2.1

^ Staff Report re: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption - Scottish Heather Development Inc. - Registered Plan 43M-2052 (North of Steeles Avenue, West of Mississauga Road) - Planning References C05W04.005 and 21T-06024B - Ward 6

• CW376-2023

  1. That the report from Luciano Totino, Manager, Development Construction, Environment and Development Engineering, Planning Building and Growth Management, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption; Scottish Heather Development Inc. - Registered Plan 43M-2052 (North of Steeles Avenue, West of Mississauga Road) - Ward 6 - Planning References C05W04.005 and 21T-06024B; be received;

  2. That the City initiate the Subdivision Assumption of Scottish Heather Development Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2052; and

  3. That a report be forwarded to City Council recommending the Subdivision Assumption of Scottish Heather Development Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2052, once all departments have provided their clearance for assumption.

  Carried

8.2.2

Staff Report re: Parking Restrictions – Various Locations – Wards 2 and 9

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Impact of trucks parking on Mayfield Road, near Dixie Road, on businesses
  • Staff advised that parking restrictions will be implemented in this area
• Impact of not having 311 telephone service after midnight to report parking issues and fireworks-related complaints
  • Staff advised that complaints received after midnight via the 311 app, online or email are forwarded to By-law Enforcement
• The need to review the City's policies relating to on-street parking
• Parking on Regan Road, including:
  • the impact of truck parking on businesses in the area
  • a request that parking be permitted for Gurdwara attendees during special events

The following motion was considered.

• CW377-2023

  That the report from Kevin Minaker, Manager, Traffic Operations and Parking, Road Maintenance, Operations and Fleet, Public Works and Engineering, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Parking Restrictions – Various Locations – Wards 2 and 9, be referred back to staff for further information.

  Carried

8.2.3

Staff Report re: Increased Penalty for Vehicles Interfering with Snow Removal on City Roads (RM 22/2023)

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Concerns regarding the impact of on-street parking on both sides of the road on garbage pick-up and snow clearing operations
• Process for towing vehicles parked on the street during snow clearing operations
• Fines for on-street parking during snow clearing operations, and the possibility of increasing the fine for third and subsequent offences
• Communications strategy to inform the public of the increased penalties

A motion was introduced to add the following cause to the recommendations in the staff report:

3. That the penalty amount be raised to $500 for the third and subsequent offences.

The motion, in its entirety, was considered as follows.

• CW378-2023

  1. That the report from Sam Mattina, Manager, Contracts, Operations Planning and Projects, Road Maintenance, Operations and Fleet, Public Works and Engineering, and Shane Keyes, Manager, By-law Enforcement, Enforcement and By-law Services, Legislative Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Increased Penalty for Vehicles Interfering with Snow Removal on City Roads (RM 22/2023), be received;

  2. That the recommended amendment to Schedule “A” of the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) By-Law 333-2013, to substantially increase the set penalty for vehicles interfering with snow removal and/or winter maintenance, be approved; and

  3. That the penalty amount be raised to $500 for the third and subsequent offences.

  Carried

8.2.4

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a Consultant for the New Brampton Arts and Culture Centre – Ward 4

• CW379-2023

  1. That the report from Peter Gabor, Manager, Building Design and Construction, Public Works and Engineering, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a Consultant for the New Brampton Arts and Culture Centre – Ward 4, be received; and

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement of a consultant to provide design and contract administration services for the New Brampton Arts and Culture Centre.

  Carried

8.3

Other/New Business

8.3.1

^ Minutes - Environment Advisory Committee - October 3, 2023

• CW380-2023

  That the Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, Recommendations EAC011-2023 to EAC016-2023, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, be approved.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  EAC011-2023

  That the agenda for the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, be approved, as amended to add the following item:

  8.2  Discussion Item at the request of Subhash Chander Duggal, Committee Member, re: Environmental Projects, Research and Funding

  EAC012-2023

  That the verbal update from Kristina Dokoska, Environmental Planner, Planning, Building and Growth Management, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, re: Grow Green Awards, be received.

  EAC013-2023

  That the verbal update from Kristina Dokoska, Environmental Planner, Planning, Building and Growth Management, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, re: Climate Change Adaptation Plan (CCAP), be received.

  EAC014-2023

  That the verbal update from Karley Cianchino, Environmental Project Specialist, Planning, Building and Growth Management, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, re: Dearbourne Pollinator Pilot Project, be received.

  EAC015-2023

  That the verbal update from Pam Cooper, Acting Manager, Environmental Planning, Planning, Building and Growth Management, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 3, 2023, re: Strategic Plan, be received.

  EAC016-2023

  That the Environment Advisory Committee do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

   

  
  

8.3.2

^ Minutes - Brampton School Traffic Safety Council - October 5, 2023

• CW381-2023

  That the Minutes of the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council Meeting of October 5, 2023, Recommendations SC026-2023 to SC034-2023, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, be approved.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  SC026-2023

  That the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council agenda be approved as published and circulated.

  SC027-2023

  1. That the following correspondence to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of October 5, 2023, be received;

  7.1   Request from Roshan Varghese, Brampton Resident, re: Review of Intersection of Honey Bee / Canarygrass Drive and Students and Pedestrian Safety crossing roads, Sunny View Public School, 30 Chapparal Drive, Ward 9

  7.2   Request from Ben Ragel, Resident, re: Review of intersection of Sunny Meadow / Sandalwood Parkway and Student Safety crossing roads, Sunny View Public School, 30 Chapparal Drive, Ward 9; and

  2. That no action be undertaken at this time.

  SC028-2023

  1. That the correspondence from Sara McCormick, Vice-Principal, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of October 5, 2023, re: Traffic Congestion on school street and request for a crosswalk on Elbern Markell and Bovaird Drive, Jean Augustine Secondary School, 500 Elbern Markell Drive, Ward 5 be received; and
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken.

  SC029-2023

  1. That the Site Inspection report for St. Jacinta Marto Catholic School 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; and
  3. That an adult crossing guard is not warranted at the intersection.

  SC030-2023

  1. That the Site Inspection report for St. Ursula Catholic School 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 principal arrange for the Bus loading pavement markings to be removed, a stop bar painted at the exit and Fire Route Signs to be replaced;
  4. That the principal arrange for bylaw enforcement to visit during dismissal time for the Fire Route violations, once the signs are replaced; and
  5. That the principal remind pedestrians to cross at the hatched walkway and not walk between vehicles to get to the parking lot or median at the Kiss and Ride.

  SC031-2023

  1. That the Site Inspection report for Fernforest Public School be received; and
  2. That the principle be requested to arrange for:

  • Pavement markings to be refreshed for Kiss and Ride, Bus Lane and Thru Lane
  • Consider removal of bushes in garden and reducing extended curb at end of Kiss and Ride drop zone
  • Leave the Kiss and Ride open during the afternoon dismissal; and

  3. That the Manager of Parking Enforcement be requested to enforce the No Stopping/No Parking zones during arrival and dismissal times.

  SC032-2023

  1. That the Site Inspection report for St. Edmund Campion Catholic Secondary School 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 the School Travel Plan Program in Peel;
  3. That the Principal of St. Edmund Catholic School be requested to:

  • Educate the students on pedestrian/traffic safety and encourage them to cross at walkways on school property,
  • Educate the drivers on the Kiss and Ride and driving on school property
  • Arrange for the School Board Planning department to review the operation of the parking lots, Kiss and Ride and Bus Loading area in the school; and

  4. That Peel Regional Police be requested to visit the area during the morning arrival and dismissal times.

  SC033-2023

  1. That the Site Inspection report for St. Joseph Catholic School 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; and,
  3. That the Manager of Parking Enforcement be requested to arrange for Parking Officers to attend during arrival and dismissal times for the school to enforce the parking/stopping violations.

  SC034-2023

  That Brampton School Traffic Safety Council do now adjourn to meet again on November 2, 2023.

   

  
  

8.3.3

^ Minutes - Active Transportation Advisory Committee - October 10, 2023

• CW382-2023

  That the Minutes of the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, Recommendations ATC013-2023 to ATC022-2023, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, be approved.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  ATC013-2023

  That the agenda for the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023 be approved as published.

  ATC014-2023

  That the presentation from Stephen Laidlaw, Co-Chair re: Protected Intersections, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, be received.

  ATC015-2023

  That the presentation from Lisa Stokes, Co-Chair re: Durham Region Crossrides, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, be received.

  ATC016-2023

  That the presentation from Lisa Stokes, Co-Chair re: Bovarid Construction, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, be received.

  ATC017-2023

  That the presentation from Lisa Stokes, Co-Chair re: Peter Robertson Construction, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, be received.

  ATC018-2023

  That the Verbal Update from Fernanda Soares, Project Manager, Active Transportation, Planning Building and Growth Management., to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, re: 2023 Construction Status, be received.

  ATC019-2023

  That the Verbal Update from Kevin Minaker, Manager, Traffic Operations and Parking, Public Works and Engineering, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, re: Neighbourhood Speed Safety Zone Initiative, be received.

  ATC020-2023

  1. That the Verbal Update from Nelson Cadete, Manager, Transportation Planning, Planning Building and Growth Management, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, re: The Orangeville - Brampton Rail Trail Project, be received; and,
  2. That the Active Transportation Advisory Committee expresses its interest in participating in future consultations with respect to The Orangeville - Brampton Rail Trail Project.

  ATC021-2023

  That the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Sub-Committee Minutes of September 2023, to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting of October 10, 2023, be received.

  ATC022-2023

  That the Active Transportation Advisory Committee do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. or at the call of the Chair.

   

  
  

8.4

Correspondence

Nil

  

8.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

  

8.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions in person or 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

Nil

  

9.2

Reports

Nil

  

9.3

Other/New Business

9.3.1

^ Minutes - Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee - September 21, 2023

• CW383-2023

  That the Minutes of the Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee Meeting of September 21, 2023, Recommendations BCS001-2023 to BCS004-2023, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, be approved.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  BCS001-2023

  That the agenda for the Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee Meeting of September 21, 2023 be approved as amended, as follows:

  To add:

  7.1   Discussion Item at the request of Ivan Macri, Citizen Member, re Safety for Local Businesses

  BCS002-2023

  That the presentation from Peter Fay, City Clerk, re: Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee Orientation, to the Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee Meeting of September 21, 2023, be received.

  BCS003-2023

  That the presentation from Razmin Said, Manager, Community Safety and Well-Being, re: Community Safety and Well-Being Office, to the Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee Meeting of September 21, 2023, be received.

  BCS004-2023

  That the Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee do now adjourn to meet again for a regular meeting on December 14, 2023, or at the call of the Chair.

   

  
  

9.3.2

^ Minutes - Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee - October 5, 2023

• CW384-2023

  That the Minutes of the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee Meeting of October 5, 2023, Recommendations SHF015-2023 to SHF020-2023, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, be approved.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  SHF015-2023

  That the agenda for the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting of October 5, 2023, be approved.

  SHF016-2023

  1. That Frank Juzenas, Member, be appointed Chair of the Building Sub-Committee; and
  2. That the following members be appointed to participate in the Building Sub-Committee:

  • Beth Cooper
  • Ron Noonan
  • Ziggy Musial
  • Ephraim Sampson
  • Glenn McIntyre
  • Harnek Singh Rai

  SHF017-2023

  That the verbal update by Teri Bommer, Coordinator, Sport Liaison, Recreation Services, to the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting of October 5, 2023, re: Building Update on the New Sports Hall of Fame be received.

  SHF018-2023

  That the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meetings scheduled start time of 7:00 p.m. be moved to 6:30 p.m. for all future meetings.

  SHF019-2023

  That Ron Noonan, Member, be appointed for the position of Curator for the Sports Hall of Fame.

  SHF020-2023

  That Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee do now adjourn to meet again on Thursday November 2, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

   

  
  

9.3.3

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Santos and Regional Councillor Brar, re: Transitional Housing to Support Women Fleeing Violence

Dealt with under Item 6.4 - Recommendation CW373-2023

  

9.4

Correspondence

Nil

  

9.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

  

9.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions in person or 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: Amendments to Procedure By-law 160-2004 and Council Staff Relations Policy (GOV-140) – Implementing New Mayoral Duties and Authorities and Housekeeping Updates

The following motion was considered.

• CW385-2023

  1. That the report from Peter Fay, City Clerk, Legislative Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Amendments to Procedure By-law 160-2004 and Council Staff Relations Policy (GOV-140) – Implementing New Mayoral Duties and Authorities and Housekeeping Updates, be received;  

  2. That a by-law, substantially in a form as set out in Appendix 1 to this report, be enacted to amend Procedure By-law 160-2004, as amended; and

  3. That amendments be made to the Council Staff Relations Policy (GOV-140), substantially in a form as set out in Appendix 3 to this report, to recognize and integrate the new Mayoral duties and authorities.

  Carried

10.2.2

^ Staff Report re: 2024 Council and Committee Meeting Schedule

• CW386-2023

  1. That the report from Charlotte Gravlev, Deputy City Clerk, Legislative Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: 2024 Council and Committee Meeting Schedule, be received; 

  2. That the 2024 Brampton Council and Committee Meeting Schedule, as outlined in Appendix 1 of the report, be approved; and,

  3. That at the discretion of the City Clerk, the time and weekday upon which various committee, board and tribunal meetings are convened be adjusted, as deemed appropriate, to facilitate upmost participation of members and the public.

  Carried

10.3

Other/New Business

Nil

  

10.4

Correspondence

Nil

   

10.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

  

10.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions in person or 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: Brampton Food and Beverage Processing Summit 2023

Alison Theodore, Coordinator, Economic Development, Office of the CAO, provided a presentation regarding Brampton's Inaugural Food and Beverage Processing Summit, held on September 15, 2023 at Alderlea.

Regional Councillor Toor thanked staff for their efforts in relation to this Summit.

The following motion was considered. 

• CW387-2023

  That the presentation from Alison Theodore, Coordinator, Economic Development, Office of the CAO, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Brampton Food and Beverage Processing Summit 2023, be received.

  Carried

11.2

Reports

Nil

  

11.3

Other/New Business

11.3.1

Discussion Item at the Request of Regional Councillor Toor re: Logistics Innovation Zone in Brampton

Regional Councillor Toor advised Committee that he attended the Urban Transformation Summit in the City of Detroit, and provided information regarding their Mobility Innovation Zone. Councillor Toor outlined the opportunity to establish a Logistics Innovation Zone in Brampton, noting the Region of Peel is Canada's logistics hub. In addition, Councillor Toor outlined the potential for innovation, and the need to address the challenges of this sector. 

A motion was introduced directing staff to report back on the feasibility of establishing a Logistics Innovation Zone in Brampton. Amendments to the motion were introduced and accepted by the mover. 

The motion, as amended, was considered as follows.

• CW388-2023

  Whereas the logistics sector is the largest economic sector and largest employer in Brampton;

  Whereas the City of Brampton has been building an Innovation District which brings an innovation lens to all sectors in Brampton;

  Therefore Be It Resolved:

  1. That the Economic Development Office determine the feasibility of establishing Logistics Innovation Zones in Brampton and report back to Committee of Council in Q1 2024; 

  2. That Economic Development staff be guided by global best practices, local academic research institutions, and supported by the Planning, Building and Growth Management department; and

  3. That a copy of this resolution be provided to the Ministry of Transportation for information.

  Carried

11.4

Correspondence

Nil

  

11.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

  

11.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions in person or 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: State of Local Infrastructure Report - 2022

Vincent Rodo, Director, Organizational Performance and EDI, Corporate Support Services, provided an overview of the subject report.

The following motion was considered.

• CW389-2023

  1. That the report from Amit Gupta, Manage, Corporate Asset Management, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: State of Local Infrastructure Report – 2022, be received;  

  2. That Council approve the “State of Local Infrastructure Report – 2022” attached as Appendix A; and 

  3. That the “State of Local Infrastructure Report – 2022” be posted on the City’s website to comply with the City of Brampton Asset Management Policy.

  Carried

12.2.2

^ Staff Report re: 2024 Interim Tax Levy

• CW390-2023

  1. That the report from Nash Damer, Treasurer, Finance, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: 2024 Interim Tax Levy, be received; and

  2. That a by-law be passed for the levy and collection of the 2024 Interim Tax Levy.

  Carried

12.2.3

Staff Report re: Brampton’s 50th Birthday Celebrations (RM 1/2023)

Jason Tamming, Director, Strategic Communications, Tourism and Events, Corporate Support Services, provided an overview of the plans for Brampton’s 50th birthday celebrations. 

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

•  Brampton’s 50th birthday logo design
• Suggestions for the celebration events/activities, including:
  • working with the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) to incorporate a competition for local artists to create a celebratory song for this occasion
  • holding one major event with sponsorships
    • Staff provided an overview of the June 29, 2024 event, and outlined options for enhancement (e.g. adding a signature artist)
  • having Brampton’s 50th birthday swag available for purchase, including clothing items (e.g. hoodies, golf shirts, t-shirts, etc.)
  • incorporating various "50th" award categories

The following motion was considered.

• CW391-2023

  1. That the report from Jason Tamming, Director, Strategic Communications, Tourism and Events, Corporate Support Services, to Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Brampton’s 50th Birthday Celebrations (RM 1/2023), be received; 

  2. That the proposed Brampton’s 50th Birthday Visual Identity Guide (Appendix 1) be approved; and

  3. That the proposed Brampton’s 50th Birthday Work Plan (Appendix 2) be approved.

  Carried

12.2.4

^ Staff Report re: Salary Administration Policy: Annual Reporting – January 1 to December 31, 2022

• CW392-2023

  That the report from Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Director, Human Resources, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Salary Administration Policy: Annual Reporting – January 1 to December 31, 2022, be received.

  Carried

12.2.5

Staff Report re: Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion Initiative - Supported Employment Program (RM 41/2023)

Regional Councillor Santos advised Committee with respect to feedback received from local stakeholders regarding the subject report, and outlined the need to collaborate with existing local organizations and charities regarding this matter. 

The following motion was introduced:

1. That the report from Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Director, Human Resources, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion Initiative - Supported Employment Program (RM 41/2023), be referred back to staff, and staff be directed to:

a. Consult with charities, organizations and social enterprises who have demonstrated a connection with Brampton and are focused on supporting individuals with disabilities, to include Concord in the City, South Asian Autism Centre, Easter Seals Ontario; and

b. Explore opportunities to collaborate with leading organizations in providing employment training and opportunities at the City of Brampton; 

2. That the City of Brampton provide opportunities at City events and City owned locations for Concord in the City to operate their coffee truck, as this local non-profit organization provides skills development for individuals with disabilities, which supports inclusion and further complements recruitment opportunities for the City of Brampton; and

3. That the City of Brampton support Easter Seals Ontario, a long-standing and strong partner in supporting youth with physical disabilities in Brampton, particularly their annual fundraising event.

An amendment to clause 1(a) was introduced to include the wording "and others within Brampton".

The motion, as amended, was considered as follows.

• CW393-2023

  1. That the report from Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Director, Human Resources, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion Initiative - Supported Employment Program (RM 41/2023), be referred back to staff, and staff be directed to:

  a. Consult with charities, organizations and social enterprises who have demonstrated a connection with Brampton and are focused on supporting individuals with disabilities, to include Concord in the City, South Asian Autism Centre, Easter Seals Ontario, and others within Brampton; and

  b. Explore opportunities to collaborate with leading organizations in providing employment training and opportunities at the City of Brampton; 

  2. That the City of Brampton provide opportunities at City events and City owned locations for Concord in the City to operate their coffee truck, as this local non-profit organization provides skills development for individuals with disabilities, which supports inclusion and further complements recruitment opportunities for the City of Brampton; and

  3. That the City of Brampton support Easter Seals Ontario, a long-standing and strong partner in supporting youth with physical disabilities in Brampton, particularly their annual fundraising event.

  Carried

12.2.6

Staff Report re: Employee Maternity Leave and Parental Benefits Benchmarking (RM 49/2023)

Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Director, Human Resources, Corporate Support Services, provided an overview of employee maternity leave and parental benefits in Brampton, and responded to questions from Committee regarding how these benefits compare to other cities.

A motion was introduced directing staff to report back on the potential for improving maternity leave and parental benefits, to more closely align with those provided by other cities.

The motion was considered as follows.

• CW394-2023

  1. That the report from Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Director, Human Resources, Corporate Support Services, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Employee Maternity Leave and Parental Benefits Benchmarking (RM 49/2023), be received; and

  2. That staff be directed to report on the potential for improvement to Maternity Leave and Parental Benefits to more closely align with those provided by other cities.

  Carried

12.2.7

^ Staff Report re: Modernizing the City of Brampton’s Policies and Practices – Obsolete Policies Report

• CW395-2023

  1. That the report from Harrish Thirukumaran, Policy Advisor, Corporate Policy, Office of the CAO, to the Committee of Council Meeting of October 25, 2023, re: Modernizing the City of Brampton’s Policies and Practices – Obsolete Policies Report, be received; and 

  2. That the following Council Policies be declared obsolete and rescinded from the Corporate Policy Library: 

  a)    Expenses-Approval Requirements (13.3.0), 2011
  b)    Expenses-Business (13.3.1), 2011
  c)    Expenses – Mileage (13.3.2), 2002
  d)    Expenses-Petty (13.3.3), 2001
  e)    Expenses – Professional Membership (13.3.4), 2011
  f)    Meal Allowance (5.6.0), 2002 
  g)    Care, Custody and Control of City Assets (13.4.1), 2007
  h)    Insurance Policy (13.4.0) 2001
  i)    Staff Attendance and Expenses at Events Policy 14.5.3

  Carried

12.3

Other/New Business

Nil

  

12.4

Correspondence

Nil

  

12.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

  

12.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions in person or 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 in person or 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

15.1 Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (h) and (i) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        

Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them; and a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization - a procurement matter

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

Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them; 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 - a negotiation matter

15.3 Open 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 - a property lease matter

^15.4 Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (d) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        

Labour relations or employee negotiations - a compensation matter

15.5 Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        

Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board – a property matter

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

A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board - a negotiation matter

Items 15.1 and 15.4 were approved under Consent. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW396-2023

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

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

  Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them; 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 - a negotiation matter

  15.3 Open 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 - a property lease matter

  15.5 Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        

  Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board – a property matter

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

  A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board - a negotiation matter

  Carried

   

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

  15.1 – This matter was approved on consent, and therefore was not discussed in closed session.

  15.2 – This matter was considered in closed session, information was received and direction was given to staff.

  15.3 – This matter was considered in closed session, information was received and direction was given to staff.

  15.4 – This matter was approved on consent, and therefore was not discussed in closed session.

  15.5 – This matter was considered in closed session, information was received and no direction was given

  15.6 – This matter was considered in closed session, information was received and no direction was given

   

  
  

• On a two-thirds majority vote to reopen the question, the Consent Motion was reopened and Item 15.1 was removed from Consent.  

  The following motion was considered pursuant to Item 15.1:

  CW397-2023

  That the following item be referred to the November 1, 2023, Council meeting:

  15.1 Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (h) and (i) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        

  Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them; and a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization - a procurement matter

  Carried

15.1

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

15.2

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

15.3

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

15.4

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

15.5

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

15.6

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

16.

Adjournment

The following motion was considered.

• CW398-2023

  That the Committee of Council do now adjourn to meet again on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, or at the call of the Chair.

  Carried