The London Record

Council

March 24, 2020

Who was there

Present (7): Steven Hillier, Anna Hopkins, Steve Lehman, Shawn Lewis, Josh Morgan, Elizabeth Peloza, Paul Van

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (84 motions)

82 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That pursuant to section 20.2 of the Council Procedure By-law leave BE GIVEN to introduce the following emergent motion related to the introduction a by-law to amend the Council Procedure By-law, By-law A-50, as amended, to provide for electronic participation of Members of Council at Council and Standing Committee meetings during a period of a declared emergency.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by M. Salih
Carried
That the following Emergent Motions BE APPROVED: WHEREAS on March 17, 2020 a Declaration of Emergency was made by the Province of Ontario pursuant to section 7.0.1 of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act related to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19);AND WHEREAS on March 19, 2020 the Province of Ontario enacted the Municipal Emergency Act, 2020 to amend the Municipal Act, 2001, to enact section 238 (3.3) and 238 (3.4) to permit meetings to be held electronically during an emergency declared pursuant to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter E.9; AND WHEREAS the Lieutenant Governor has issued Order in Council 520/2020, pursuant to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, prohibiting all organized public events of over fifty people due to COVID-19; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of London considers the protection of the health and safety of the public to be a paramount concern; AND WHEREAS The Corporation of the City of London considers it necessary to be able to hold Council and Standing Committee meetings electronically during the COVID-19 emergency; NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED that the attached proposed by-law, being “A by-law to amend By-law A-50, as amended, being “A by-law to provide for the Rules of Order and Procedure for the Council of The Corporation of the City of London” to provide for electronic participation of Members of Council at Council and Standing Committee meetings during a period of
Moved by M. van Holst, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 135, BE APPROVED
Moved by M. van Holst, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Second Reading of Bill No. 135, BE APPROVED.
Moved by S. Turner, seconded by A. Kayabaga
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 135, BE APPROVED.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by M. Cassidy
Carried
That pursuant to section 6.5 of the Council Procedure By-law, the following changes in order BE APPROVED: a) Stage 4 – Council, In Closed Session be considered after Stage 13- By- laws, with the exception of Bill No. 111, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 24th Day of March 2020, which will be considered, prior to Stage 14 – Adjournment; and b) Stage 9 – Added Reports –Item 9.1 - 6th Report of Council, In Closed Session be considered after Stage 4 – Council, In Closed Session.
Moved by M. van Holst, seconded by P. Van Meerbergen
Carried
That the Minutes of the 5th Meeting held on March 2, 2020, BE APPROVED.
Moved by A. Kayabaga, seconded by S. Turner
Carried
That the following communications BE RECEIVED and BE REFERRED as noted on the Council Agenda: 6.1. Overnight Parking and 12 Hour Parking Limit (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 21 (2.20) of the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee) 1. A. Moulden 2. C. Babcock 3. S. Taylor 4. MJ Macera 6.2. Removal of Trees on Camden Street (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 24 (4.3) of the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee) 1. C. and G. Gloor 6.3. 84-86 St. George and 175-197 Ann Street (OZ-9127) (Refer to the Planning and Environment Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 11 (3.5) of the 6th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee) 1. K. McKeating 6.4. Councillor M. van Holst - The Journey to Net Zero Emissions (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 20 (2.12) of the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee)
Moved by E. Peloza, seconded by P. Van Meerbergen
Carried
That the 6th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee BE APPROVED, with the exception of Item 8 (3.2).
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to entering into a Subdivision Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Sifton Properties Limited, for the subdivision of land over Part of Lots 34 and 35, Concession 2, (former Township of Westminster), situated on the north side of Exeter Road, east of Wonderland Road South, municipally known as 146 and 184 Exeter Road: a) the Special Provisions, to be contained in a Subdivision Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Sifton Properties Limited, for the Richardson Subdivision Phase 2 (39T-15501) appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “A”, BE APPROVED; b) the Applicant BE ADVISED that Development Finance has summarized the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “B”; c) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “C”; and, d) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any amending agreements and all documents required to fulfill its conditions. (2020-D09)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Medallion Developments Inc., relating to the property located at 391 South Street, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a holding Residential R9 Special Provision Bonus (h- 218*R9-3(15).H30.B-51) Zone and a holding Residential R8 Special Provision Bonus (h-218*R8-4(42).B-51) Zone TO Residential R9 Special Provision Bonus (R9-3(15).H30.B-51) and Residential R8 Special Provision Bonus (R8-4(42).B-51) Zone to remove the “h-218” holding provision. (2020-D09)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the staff report dated March 9, 2020 entitled "Annual Report on Building Permit Fees" outlining the fees collected, the costs of administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act and regulations for the year 2019, BE RECEIVED for information. (2020-F21)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by London Quality Meat, relating to the property located at 8076 Longwoods Road, the proposed by- law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a holding Agricultural Commercial Special Provision (h-5*h- 18*h-210*AGC2(1)) Zone TO an Agricultural Commercial Special Provision (AGC2(1)) Zone. (2020-D09) 5
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That the Building Division Monthly Report for the month of January, 2020 BE RECEIVED for information. (2020-A23)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Paul and Marie Miszczak, relating to the property located at 2701 Hyde Park Road, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Agricultural (AG1) Zone TO an Agricultural Special Provision (AG1(*)) Zone and an Agricultural Special Provision (AG1(**)) Zone; it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters; it being further noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons: • the proposed amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014; • the proposed amendment conforms to the in-force policies of The London Plan, including but not limited to, the Farmland Place Type; and, • the proposed amendment conforms to the in-force policies of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to, Agriculture designation. (2020-D09)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Neil Shaw, (“the Applicant”) relating to the property located at 279 Regent Street: a) the City Clerk’s Office BE DIRECTED to prepare a Residential Boulevard Parking Agreement to permit one (1) boulevard parking space; and, b) the written objection submitted by the Applicant on January 9, 2020 from the decision of the London Boulevard Parking Committee dated January 6, 2020 refusing the Application for Residential Boulevard Parking for the provision of two (2) boulevard parking spaces BE DISMISSED for the following reasons: i) the requested expansion of the existing parking area located in the City-owned boulevard does not conform to the general intent and purpose of the ’89 Official Plan and The London Plan with respect to minimizing impacts on the streetscape and minimizing the amount of parking so that the parking is adequate for the intended use of the property; ii) the requested number of boulevard parking spaces is not consistent with Municipal Council’s Residential Front Yard and Boulevard Parking Policy that contemplates a maximum of one (1) boulevard parking space per legal dwelling unit; and, iii) the requested expansion of the existing parking area located in the City-owned boulevard is not in keeping with the scale and form of parking on surrounding properties; it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by 1674 Hyde Park Inc., relating to the property located at 1674 Hyde Park Road and Part of 1712 Hyde Park Road: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Holding Business District Commercial (h-17*BDC) Zone TO a Holding Business District Commercial Special Provision (h-18*BDC(_)) Zone; it being noted that the following site plan matters pertaining to 1674 Hyde Park Road and part of 1712 Hyde Park Road have been raised during the consultation process: i) providing for appropriate scale, rhythm, materials and fenestration; ii) providing ground floor commercial space with transparent glazing and principal entrances close to and facing Hyde Park Road creating an active edge; iii) incorporating the majority of parking in the rear yard, away from Hyde Park Road and North Routledge Park street frontages; iv) design of the space between the existing building and the City sidewalk along Hyde Park Road and between the proposed building and the curb along North Routledge Park to visually integrate and connect the existing building with the proposed building and create a pedestrian friendly environment; and, v) parki
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of St. George and Ann Block Limited, relating to the property located at 84 – 86 St. George Street and 175 – 197 Ann Street: a) the comments received from the public during the public engagement process appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “A” BE RECEIVED for information; and, b) Development Services Staff BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to hold a future public participation meeting regarding the above-noted application in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990 C.P. 13; it being noted that the Civic Administration will continue to process the application and will consider the public, agency, and other feedback received during the review of the subject application as part of the Staff evaluation of the subject application; it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters. (2020-D09)
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 2nd Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 20, 2020: a) the Kilbourne Road Working Group comments appended to the 2nd Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration for consideration; b) the following actions be taken with respect to the “You, Your Dog and ESAs” brochure: i) pursuant to section 13.4 of the Council Procedural By-law, Item 3.1 of the 19th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee related to the 12th Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee, adopted by Municipal Council at the meeting held on November 12, 2019 with respect to the approval of the “Your, Your Dog and ESAs” brochure BE RECONSIDERED; and, ii) the revised “You, Your Dog and Nature” brochure appended to the 2nd Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee BE APPROVED; c) the attached 2020 Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee Work Plan BE APPROVED; and, d) clauses 1.1, 3.1 to 3.3, inclusive, and 5.2, BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 2nd Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 26, 2020: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the Education and Outreach sub-committee: i) the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to implement the committee's recommendations appended to the 2nd Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee in order to better promote tree-related educational materials and information in advance of the Spring 2020 planting season; and, ii) the information and recommendations, as appended to pages 23-30 of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee (TFAC) agenda, BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration for adoption/action where appropriate, and that the Civic Administration BE INVITED to a future meeting of the TFAC to provide feedback on these recommendations; b) the attached 2020 Trees and Forests Advisory Committee Work Plan BE APPROVED; c) the Civic Administration BE INVITED to a future meeting of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee to present a status update on the Green Roof By-law currently in development; d) a representative from London Hydro BE INVITED to a future meeting of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee to discuss the issue of tree planting/maintenance near hydro lines in greater detail; and, e) clauses 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2, 5.3 and 5.4 BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 4th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment, from its meeting held on March 4, 2020: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the presentations appended to the 4th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment from the Council of Canadians, the Blue Community Project and A. Rozentals, Division Manager, Water Engineering with respect to the City of London becoming a Blue Community: i) the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to review the above-noted presentations with respect to actions required for the City of London to become a Blue Community; ii) the above-noted presentations and the documents appended to the agenda from the Council of Canadians and the Blue Community Project, with respect to this matter, BE RECEIVED; and, iii) the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to look into selling reusable water bottles at public events in the city (e.g. SunFest and Rib Fest) as well as at all public facilities (e.g. concession stands at arenas) and at vendors outlets at public events b) the following actions be taken with respect to the Advisory Committee on the Environment (ACE) comments on the City of London Multi-Year Budget: i) the document, as appended to the agenda, outlining the comments made on behalf of the ACE at the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee Public Participation Meeting for the City of London Multi-Year Budget, held on February 13, 2020, BE RECEIVED; and, ii) A. Dunbar, Manager
Moved by M. Cassidy
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 2193302 Ontario Inc., relating to the property located at 699 Village Green Avenue, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property BY AMENDING the Convenience Commercial Special Provision (CC(11)) Zone; it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters; it being further noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons: • the recommended amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014; • the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force and effect policies of The London Plan; • the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force and effect policies of the 1989 Official Plan; and, • the recommended amendment facilitates reuse of an existing convenience commercial building with compatible uses. (2020-D09)
Moved by M. Cassidy, seconded by P. Van Meerbergen
Carried
That the 6th Report of the Corporate Services Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Items 7 (4.1), 8 (4.2) and 9 (4.3).
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That it BE NOTED that pecuniary interests were disclosed. 11
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the revised report with respect to Public Sector Salary Disclosure for the year 2019, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to the 2019 Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for elected and appointed officials: a) in accordance with Section 284 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Statements of Remuneration and Expenses for Elected and Appointed Officials, as appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020, BE RECEIVED for information; b) in accordance with City Council resolution of March 2012, the annual report on the Mayor’s Office’s expenditures BE RECEIVED for information; and c) in accordance with City Council Travel and Business Expenses Policy, the Statement of Travel Expenses for Senior Administration Officials, as appended to the above-noted staff report and the Added Public Agenda, BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the capital lease to refinance the purchase of HVAC equipment at Budweiser Gardens BE APPROVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the City Clerk, the proposed by- law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “A” being “A by-law to approve the appointments of Hearings Officers in accordance with By-law A.-6653-121, as amended”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services & City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “A” being “A by-law to adopt a new Council Policy entitled “Development Charge Interest Rate Policy”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020 to establish a framework for determining the interest rate that can be applied to Development Charges for certain development types; and, b) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2020 as Appendix “B” being “A by-law to approve and authorize a Development Charges Alternative Payment Agreement template to provide for the alternative payment of Development Charges for developments that qualify for deferred Development Charge payments made under Section 27 of the Development Charges Act, 1997 S.O. 1997, c. 27, as amended; and to delegate the authority to enter into such Agreements to the City Treasurer or delegate”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020; it being noted that the Corporate Services Committee heard a verbal delegation from M. Wallace, London Development Institute with respect to this matter.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to the agreements associated with the Ontario Works Royal Bank of Canada Right Pay Reloadable Payment Card Program Agreement: a) the Royal Bank of Canada (“Royal Bank”) is appointed banker for the customer; b) the Mayor; City Clerk; City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer; Director, Financial Services; Division Manager, Taxation and Revenue; Manager, Tangible Capital Assets; Manager, Financial Planning and Policy; Director, Financial Planning & Business Support; Financial Business Administrator, Senior Financial Business Administrator, Manager I, Accounting and Reporting; and Manager 1-Financial Operations are authorized, on behalf of the Customer, from time to time to: i) to withdraw or order transfers of funds from the Customer’s accounts by any means including the making, drawing, accepting, endorsing or signing of cheques, promissory notes, bills of exchange, other orders for the payment of money or other instruments or the giving of other instructions; ii) to sign any agreements or other documents or instruments with or in favour of Royal Bank, including agreements and contracts relating to products or services provided by Royal Bank to the Customer; and iii) to do, or to authorize any person or persons to do, any one or more of the following: A. to receive from Royal Bank any cash or any securities, instruments
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, based on the application dated February 13, 2020, April 2020 BE PROCLAIMED as Sikh Heritage Month in the City of London; it being noted that every April Sikhs across Canada participate in Sikh Heritage Month festivities and events that honour the birth of Khalsa and the rich heritage of the culture.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, based on the application dated February 19, 2020, the day of May 5, 2020 BE PROCLAIMED as Guillain-Barre Syndrome- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy Foundation of Canada Day in London, as it falls within Neuropathy Awareness Month.
Moved by M. van Holst, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That, based on the application dated February 24, 2020, from the Amputee Coalition of Toronto, the month of April 2020 BE PROCLAIMED as Limb Loss Awareness Month in London.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Items 4. (2.3.), 5 (2.4), 6 (2.5), 11. (2.14), 12. (2.15), 13. (2.16), 15 (2.18), 18 (2.10), 19 (2.11), 20 (2.12), 23 (4.2), and 24 (4.3) Yeas: (15): Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, S. Lewis, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Turner, E. Peloza, A. Kayabaga, and S. Hillier
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the 2nd Report of the Transportation Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 25, 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by S. Lehman, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 4th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 19, 2020: a) that, in light of the discussion-heavy format of the 2020 Ontario Bike Summit ('Share the Road') conference, the following actions be taken with respect to the 2020 Cycling Advisory Committee (CAC) Budget: i) a second member of the CAC BE PERMITTED to attend the above-noted conference; and, ii) the expenditure of up to $375.00 + tax from the 2020 CAC budget BE APPROVED to cover the conference fees for the additional attendee; it being noted that the Municipal Council resolution from its meeting held on February 11, 2020, with respect to the 2nd Report of the CAC, was received; b) that the City Clerk BE REQUESTED to fill the existing vacancies in the Cycling Advisory Committee (CAC) membership in order that the CAC meet its full potential given the breadth and depth of the committee's objectives, as espoused in its 2020 work plan; it being noted that the CAC strongly supports a re-staffing process that emphasizes and results in an equitable committee composition, including (but not limited to) diversity in gender, accessibility, age, et cetera; it being further noted that the communication from K. Brawn, with respect to her resignation from the CAC, was received; c) that the Municipal Council BE REQUESTED to forward the attached communications to Dillon Consulting and WSP, respectively, for their consideration; it being noted that
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Cycling Master Plan - Technical Amendments: a) the amendments to the Cycling Master Plan BE APPROVED as identified in Appendix A, Appendix B, and Appendix C, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020; and, b) the report content providing an update on Cycling Master Plan Action Item #6 – “Creating a Cycling Specific Web Presence”, and Action Item #9 – “Establishing Performance Measures” BE RECEIVED for information. (2020-T10)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the proposed by-laws, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020, each to amend By-law PS-113 entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London", BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020. (2020-T08)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Transportation Management Centre Video Management System (VMS): a) approval BE GIVEN to enter into a contract with Avent Technical Group Ltd. in the amount of $79,039.95 (excluding H.S.T.), to supply a Video Management System (VMS) and associated licenses in accordance with the ‘Procurement of Goods and Services Policy’ Section 14.4 d) Single Source and Section 14.5 b); b) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this contract; d) approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation negotiating satisfactory prices, terms, and conditions Avent Technical Group Ltd. to the satisfaction of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer or designate; and, e) approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract or having a purchase order relating to the subject matter of this approval. (2020-T10/A03)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the supply and delivery of light duty fleet vehicles: a) the submission from Guelph Toyota, 635 Woodlawn Rd W, Guelph, Ontario N1K 1E9, BE ACCEPTED for the supply and delivery of compact cars, hybrid compact cars, plug in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), sport utility vehicles (SUVs), and hybrid SUVs (Class 1 vehicles) for a seventeen (17) month term at a total price of $361,487 (2020) and $385,162 (2021) (excluding HST), with an option to extend the contract for four (4) additional, one (1) year terms at the sole discretion of the City based on performance and price; b) the submission from Oxford Dodge Chrysler, 1249 Hyde Park Rd, London, Ontario N6H 5K6, BE ACCEPTED for the supply and delivery of small and large cargo vans and passenger minivans (Class 2 vehicles) for a seventeen (17) month term at a total price of $32,324 (2020) and $142,140 (2021) (excluding HST) with an option to extend the contract for four (4) additional, one (1) year terms at the sole discretion of the City based on performance and price; c) the submission from Cotrac Ford Lincoln, 204 Currie Rd, Dutton, Ontario N0L 1J0, BE ACCEPTED for the supply and delivery of pick-up trucks (1/2 ton to 1 ton), and cab and chassis units (Class 3 vehicles) for a seventeen (17) month term at a total price of $76,184 (2020) and $618,381 (2021) (excluding HST) wi
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director of Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Single Source Purchase of land surveying equipment: a) the price submitted by Leica Geosystems Ltd. of $134,693.04 (excluding HST) for the supply of two GNSS rovers and two total stations and associated components BE ACCEPTED, it being noted that this is a single source purchase in accordance with Section 14.4 d) and e) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; b) the financing for these acquisitions BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this purchase; and, d) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2020-V07)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to City of London’s contribution to infrastructure: a) the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the following projects with the City share in the total amount of $242,290.63, including contingency (excluding HST), as per Section 14.3 a) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy: i. West London Dyke Phase 7 Design and Construction Administration; and, ii. Upper Thames River Conservation Authority Project Management Fees; b) the financing for this work BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020; and, c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary to give effect to these recommendations. (2020-E21)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the joint recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer and the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the comments and discussion included in the staff report dated March 10, 2020, regarding the Ontario Ministry of Transportation’s Draft Transportation Plan for Southwest Ontario BE ENDORSED and be submitted by City Administration to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regarding Connecting the Southwest: A Draft Transportation Plan for Southwestern Ontario; it being noted that staff were requested to include the 2019-2023 Strategic Plan Pillar “Creating a safe London for Women and Girls” in the report. (2020-T10)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to overnight parking restrictions contained in the Traffic and Parking By-law PS- 113, as amended and the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law, A-54, as amended: a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward for consideration the following amendments to Traffic and Parking By- law PS-113, as amended: i. section 9(1)n) of the By-law be amended to provide for parking on a roadway or shoulder for 18 hours, instead of the current 12 hour restriction; it being noted that this amendment would be brought forward as part of the omnibus review of the By-law; ii. until such time as i. above is in effect, an administrative practice be implemented to provide for warnings to be given to the owner(s) of vehicles who exceed the current 12 hour restriction; and, iii. section 9(3) of the By-law be amended to allow the parking of non-recreational vehicles between April 30th and November 1st of each year, commencing April 30, 2020; b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to include as part of the staff report being brought forward on March 31, 2020 with respect to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law A- 54, as amended, an amendment to the By-law to increase parking violation fines by $5.00 in order to achieve By-law compliance; it being noted that the winter road maintenance program for the City of London aligns with the proposed overnight program noted in a)iii. above; it being further noted that the current addi
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the communication from Councillor S. Hillier, dated February 18, 2020, with respect to a proposed sidewalk snow removal by- law, BE RECEIVED. (2020-T06)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the Deferred Matters list, as at March 2, 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the motion BE AMENDED as follows: That Items 4 (2.3.), 5 (2.4), 6 (2.5), 11. (2.14), 12. (2.15), 13. (2.16), 15 (2.18) and 20 (2.12) of the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee BE REFERRED to the Municipal Council Meeting to be held on April 7, 2020 for consideration, in order to provide an opportunity for the Civic Administration to confirm with the construction industry their ability to do the work considering the potential impacts of COVID-19 on the Projects.
Moved by E. Peloza, seconded by M. van Holst
Carried
That Item 18 (2.10) BE AMENDED to indicate "not greater" than one year.
Moved by S. Turner, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Item 2.10(a) as amended, BE APPROVED
Moved by S. Turner, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Item 2.10(b) as amended, BE APPROVED.
Moved by S. Turner, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
The Item 19 (2.11) BE REFERRED back to the Civic Administration in order to bring back separate By-laws distinguishing arterial roads from other roads.
Moved by P. Van Meerbergen, seconded by S. Hillier
Lost
The motion to approve the original recommendation is put, as follows: That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the implementation of the Area Speed Limit program: a) the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated March 10, 2020, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 24, 2020, for the purpose of amending the Traffic and Parking By-law (PS-113); b) the Area Speed Limit Program BE IMPLEMENTED on local and collector streets in neighbourhoods where the London Transit Commission have identified no, limited or low impact to transit service; and, c) the implementation of the Area Speed Limit Program in neighbourhoods where the London Transit Commission have identified as having a medium or high impact to transit service BE DEFERRED until the transit impact data from the initial areas is analyzed. (2020-T08)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, notwithstanding requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, Fox Mill Crescent BE EXEMPTED from the intended sidewalk installation associated with the planned watermain replacement project and road rehabilitation project; it being noted that the delegation from J. Lang, with respect to this matter, was received. (2020-D19)
Moved by S. Lehman
Lost
That, notwithstanding policies set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, Camden Crescent BE EXEMPTED from the intended sidewalk installation and any planned tree removal associated with construction of the sidewalk; it being noted that the delegation from J. McIntyre, with respect to this matter, was received; it being further noted that a petition containing approximately 50 signatures, with respect to this matter, was received and is on file in the City Clerk's Office. (2020-E04)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the 1st Report of the Audit Committee BE APPROVED. Yeas: (15): Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, S. Lewis, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Turner, E. Peloza, A. Kayabaga, and S. Hillier
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
Councillor S. Turner notes a possible pecuniary interest in item 4.7, having to do with the 2020-2022 Internal Audit Plan by indicating that his employer, Middlesex London Health Unit, may be included in the internal audit universe.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That Councillor van Holst BE ELECTED Vice Chair of the Audit Committee for the term ending November 30, 2020.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the communication dated March 2, 2020, from Deloitte, with respect to the internal audit summary update, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the Observation Summary from Deloitte, as of March 2, 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the communication from Deloitte, regarding the January - December 2019 internal audit dashboard as of March 2, 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the communication from Deloitte, regarding the January - December 2020 internal audit dashboard as of March 2, 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the Audit Report with respect to Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Compliance Assessment issued February 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the Audit Report with respect to Dearness Home Process Assessment issued February 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the 2020-2022 Internal Audit Plan from Deloitte, approved at the Audit Committee on November 6, 2019 BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the Audit Report with respect to IT Security Assessment issued November 2019, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer the following actions be taken: a) the scope of work including expectations of the successful proponent, timelines, and general parameters described in this report for inclusion in the Request for Proposal (RFP) for internal audit services BE ENDORSED; b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to proceed with the development and issuance of an RFP for internal audit services; and c) the striking of an Internal Audit Services Evaluation Committee BE APPROVED consisting of: Audit Committee Chair; Audit Committee Vice Chair; a representative from the City Manager’s office and from the Finance & Corporate Services area; Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer; with support by appropriate members of Civic Administration including Purchasing & Supply.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the KPMG LLP Audit Planning Report, for the year ending December 31, 2019, BE APPROVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the Audit Report with respect to Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Review issued January 2020, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the KPMG Report on Specified Auditing Procedures for the London Downtown Closed Circuit Television Program, for the year ending December 31, 2019, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That the communication dated February 28, 2020 from Deloitte, regarding the progress memorandum: Class Replacement Pre- implementation Project Review, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by M. van Holst
Carried
That pursuant to section 20.2 of the Council Procedure By-law leave BE GIVEN to introduce the following emergent motions related to Community Improvement Plan loan repayments, interest and penalties related to unpaid property tax instalments and Water and Wastewater billing, in response to residents’ concerns with respect to their ability to meet financial obligations as a result of the recent economic and health concerns due to COVID-19.
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That the following Emergent Motions BE APPROVED: a) That following actions be taken with respect to the interest and penalties related to unpaid property tax instalments: i) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary actions to waive interest and penalties for unpaid Interim 2020 Property Tax Installments that come due March 31, 2020, for a period of 60 days; and, ii) subject to the approval of i) above, the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to bring forward for introduction at the next meeting of the Municipal Council, the necessary by-law to amend By-law A-8 being the Property Tax Collection By-law, to implement i) above; and, it being noted that this action would not apply to payments already setup through pre-authorized payments and post-dated cheques to be cashed on March 31, 2020 or property tax accounts being paid by a financial institution from the property owner’s mortgage payments, supplementary taxes due on March 31, 2020 and April 2020 for the years 2018 or 2019, or to any arrears that around prior to the March 31st Interim Installment due date. b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary actions to waive interest and penalties for unpaid water and wastewater billings, for a period of 60 days; and, c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary actions to defer all Community Improvement Plan loan repayments on an interest- free basis for a period of 60 days, commencing March 25, 2020; and, d) the Civic Administration BE DIRECT
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Morgan
Carried
That pursuant to section 20.2 of the Council Procedure By-law leave BE GIVEN to introduce the following emergent motion related to giving direction to the Civic Administration to provide for residents of London to bring Bagged Garbage to the EnviroDepots at no charge until May 4, 2020.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by M. van Holst
Carried
The Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to waive the $1.50 per bag fee for disposing of bagged garbage by London Residents at the City of London’s EnviroDepots until May 4, 2020.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by S. Lehman
Carried
That a 10 minute Recess BE APPROVED at this time.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No.’s 112 to 134, excluding Bill No.’s 121 and 122, BE APPROVED.
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by M. van Holst
Carried
That Second Reading of Bill No.’s 112 to 134, excluding Bill No.’s 121 and 122, BE APPROVED.
Moved by P. Van Meerbergen, seconded by M. van Holst
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No.’s 112 to 134, excluding Bill No.’s 121 and 122, BE APPROVED.
Moved by M. van Holst, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That Council rise and go into Council, In Closed Session, for the purpose of considering the following: 4.1. Security of Property A matter pertaining to the security of the property of the municipality or local board. (6.1/1/AC)
Moved by A. Kayabaga, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 111, BE APPROVED
Moved by P. Van Meerbergen, seconded by M. Cassidy
Carried
That Second Reading of Bill No. 111, BE APPROVED.
Moved by S. Lewis, seconded by A. Kayabaga
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 111, BE APPROVED. Yeas: (15): Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, S. Lewis, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Turner, E. Peloza, A. Kayabaga, and S. Hillier
Moved by M. Cassidy, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That the meeting BE ADJOURNED.
Moved by S. Turner, seconded by A. Kayabaga
Carried

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