The London Record

Council

July 23, 2024

Who was there

Present (15): Peter Cuddy, David Ferreira, Skylar Franke, Steven Hillier, Anna Hopkins, Steve Lehman, Shawn Lewis, Hadleigh McAlister, Josh Morgan, Elizabeth Peloza, Jerry Pribil, Corrine Rahman, Susan Stevenson, Sam Trosow, 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 (90 motions)

84 carried, 6 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That Council rise and go into Council, In Closed Session, for the purpose of considering the following: 4.1 Land Disposition / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Position, Plan, Procedure, Criteria or Instruction to be Applied to Any Negotiations A matter pertaining to the proposed or pending disposition of land by the municipality, including communications necessary for that purpose; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege; commercial and financial information, that belongs to the municipality and has monetary value or potential monetary value 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. (6.1/12/CSC) 4.2 Land Disposition / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Position, Plan, Procedure, Criteria or Instruction to be Applied to Any Negotiations A matter pertaining to the proposed or pending disposition of land by the municipality, including communications necessary for that purpose; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege; commercial and financial information, that belongs to the municipality and has monetary value or potential monetary value 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. (6.2/12/CSC) 4.3 Land Acquisition / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Position, Plan, Procedure, Criteria or Instruction to be Applied to
Moved by A. Hopkins, seconded by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the Minutes of the 12th Meeting of the Municipal Council, held on June 25, 2024, BE APPROVED.
Moved by P. Cuddy, seconded by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the following communications BE RECEIVED, and BE REFERRED as noted on the Added Agenda: 6.1 3614, 3630 Colonel Talbot Road and 6621 Pack Road (Z-8720) 1. B. Harrison, D. Harrison, J. Harrison, R. Shea, R. and C. Flaherty, J. Flaherty, M. Flaherty, C. Loomans, A. Spencer-Jones Harrison, K. Dalrymple, M. Harrison, B.A. Flaherty, J. Harrison, D. Hopman, K. Flaherty, H. Flaherty, and S. Flaherty 2. J. McGuffin, Vice President, Principal Planner - Monteith Brown Planning Consultants 3. (ADDED) J. Campbell 4. (ADDED) G. Campbell, Managing Partner - Oakleigh Holdings Inc. 6.2 Vision SOHO - Amendment to Contribution Agreement with Chelsea Green Community Homes Society 1. S. Riggin, President - The Chelsea Green Home Society 6.3 Subsidized Transit Program Update 1. I. Gillis 2. D. Perodeau 3. M.J. Belanger 4. B. Frain 5. F. Marr 6. E. Post 7. K. MacLennan 8. A. Aubrey 9. M. Tremblay 10. J. Salisbury 11. (ADDED) D. Slater 6.4 Draft Advocacy Message Sign By-law 1. (ADDED) M. McCann, Leader - London Against Abortion 6.5 Renovictions - Renovation License and Relocation By-law Changes - Public Comments Received (To Date) 1. T. Jollymore and M. Jollymore - Webster Apartments Tenants Association 2. C. Linton, President - Norquay Property Management Limited 3. K. Risler 4. C. Crossen 6.6 Service London Portal Request 1. (ADDED) Councillor S. Franke
Moved by C. Rahman, seconded by J. Pribil
Carried
That the 12th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee BE APPROVED with the exception of items 3 (2.1), 4 (2.3), 6 (4.2) and 8 (4.4)
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That it BE NOTED Councillor J. Pribil discloses a pecuniary interest in item 2.1 having to do with Film London Review and Next Steps, by indicating that his son is contemplating seeking project support from Film London.
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Social and Health Development, the Whole of Community System Response - Q2 Quarterly Report BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the London Transit Commission 2023 Annual Report BE RECEIVED.
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 2nd Report of the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group from its meeting held on July 15, 2024: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group's Annual Work Plan, as amended: ii) the draft Annual Work Plan as amended BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group received a communication dated July 12, 2024 from J. Kearon, Associate Medical Officer of Health, Middlesex-London Health Unit with respect to the proposal for alcohol sales in Municipal facilities; b) the following actions be taken with respect to the submission regarding revenue generating ideas from Councillor S. Franke: i) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to forward the communication with respect to Local District Energy Systems for new subdivisions and the downtown core utilizing sewer heat exchange and renewable technologies as primary energy sources to London Hydro for their review and feedback, with a request to report back to the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group in Q4 of 2024; and ii) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to investigate cost-saving opportunities in our tree sourcing, specifically looking at the financial cost and benefit of owning and operating or subcontracting a tree nursery and report back to the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group on the potential return on investment and long-term benefits in Q4 of 2025; it being no
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to record and post publicly the meetings of the Governance Working Group and the Strategic Opportunities Review Working Group using the ZOOM application; it being noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a communication dated July 4, 2024 from Councillor A. Hopkins with respect to this matter.
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the Governance Working Group from its meeting held on June 24, 2024: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the report dated June 24, 2024, Councillor Role Description, as amended: i) the document BE REVISED to include all changes as amended during the discussion; A) that the phrase 'Correspond with constituents in a timely manner' BE REPLACED with the phrase 'Communicate and follow up with residents as appropriate'; ii) the document, as amended, BE FORWARDED to the City Manager for review; iii) the document, attached as amended, BE REFERRED to a future Council Resourcing Review Task Force for consideration, as applicable; b) the following actions be taken with respect to staff report on the updated General Policy for Community Advisory Committees dated June 24, 2024: i) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a by-law to a future meeting of Municipal Council to amend Council Procedure By-law A-50 to remove the requirement of the Striking Committee to make recommendations for appointments to Community Advisory Committees and to update the mandates of both the Corporate Services Committee and the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee to reflect the change in standing committee that considers community advisory committee appointments; ii) the balance of the report on the updated General Policy for Community Advisory Committees BE DEFERRED to the September 23, 2024 meeting of the
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a by- law to a future meeting of Municipal Council to amend CPOL.-228- 480, as amended, to amend the Council Members’ Expense Policy to reduce the annual budget allocation in section 4.1 from $15,000 to $13,500 commencing in 2025;
Moved by E. Peloza, seconded by J. Pribil
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Strategic Opportunities Review Working from its meeting held on June 26, 2024: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the Community Grants - Neighbourhood Decision Making communication received from Deputy Mayor S. Lewis and Councillor S. Lehman dated June 14, 2024, as amended: i) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a Budget Amendment to the 2025 Annual Budget Update for the Mayor's consideration to reflect the following: A) the London Community Grants, annual Grassroots, Innovation, and Capital Grants stream for the 2025, 2026, and 2027 years to be funded to a maximum of $250,000/year through the Community Investment Reserve Fund while the program is undergoing further review. It being noted that this funding is contingent on the Community Investment Reserve Fund having a minimum remaining balance as of December 31st of each year of at least $1M; and ii) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to undertake a comprehensive review of the London Community Grants Program, including the multi-year stream and the Neighbourhood Decision Making Program and bring forward a report prior to the end of Q2, 2027 with options for consideration on rightsizing and scope of these programs; including the alignment or conflict of NDM with regard to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and new Parks Reserve Fund, should Council choose to reinitiate the programs for the 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on the potential to eliminate snow plowing of sidewalks on residential class streets by passing a by-law requiring property owners to clear the sidewalk along their property;
Moved by J. Pribil, seconded by P. Cuddy
Lost
That in lieu of the current Neighbourhood Decision Making Program, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to explore options to fund parks improvements through a participatory decision- making model through the Get Involved program while a parks improvement project moves forward. This initiative is to be funded through the Community Investment Reserve Fund with a maximum of $25,000 per parks project and an annual total of $125,000 for 2025, 2026, and 2027. It being noted that this funding is contingent on the Community Investment Reserve Fund having a minimum remaining balance as of December 31st of each year of at least $1M;
Moved by C. Rahman, seconded by S. Lehman
Lost
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Social and Health Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the July 18, 2024, SS-2024-237 Single Source Award for Year-Round Ark Aid Street Mission Inc. Strategy report; a) a single source award to Ark Aid Street Mission Inc. BE APPROVED, as per Section 14.4 e) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy, to provide Year-Round Stable Responsive Services for an initial period of August 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024, with options to renew for two (2) additional years; b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to reallocate $1,800,000 of the previously approved one-time funding from the Operating Budget Contingency Reserve (approved by Council on February 13, 2024) to fund the Year-Round Stable Responsive Services for an initial period of August 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024; i) that Ark Aid Street Mission Inc.'s budget for the $1.8M single source award be distributed to Council and attached to the Council agenda; c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to prepare a budget amendment for consideration through the 2025 Budget Update process for funding in 2025 and future years; d) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts which are necessary in relation to this project; e) the approval given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon The Corporation of the City of London entering into a new and/or amending the existing Purchase of Service Agreement with Ark Aid Street Mission Inc.; it bein
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the following motion BE APPROVED f) the Mayor BE REQUESTED to advocate the Provincial and Federal governments to offset the costs that could be incurred related to the award to the Ark Aid Street Mission Inc. Year-Round Stable Responsive Services strategy in the 2025 budget year and beyond; and g) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to engage with the Old East Village BIA, local residents and Ark Aid Street Mission Inc. to review the Year-Round Stable Responsive Services strategy;
Moved by S. Lewis
Carried
That the11th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee BE APPROVED with the exception of item 4 (2.3) and 10 (3.3)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "Quarterly Heritage Report - Q2 2024" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024- R01) 17
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "Planning and Development and Building Housing Update - 2024 Year-To-Date" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024-S11)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "Building Division Detailed Update: 2024 Year-To-Date" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024-S11)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "Draft Site Alteration By-law" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024-C01)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "Information Report of Bill 185, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024-S11)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, the following actions be taken with respect to offering financial incentives to support office-to- residential conversions in downtown: a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to amend the Downtown Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Program Guidelines to introduce the following financial incentive programs focused on downtown office-to-residential conversion projects: i) Feasibility Study Grant Program; ii) Construction Conversion Grant Program with a maximum grant of $35,000 per unit; and, iii) Application Fees Exemption Program; iv) amend the existing Office-to-Residential Conversion Grant program to reflect the revised maximum grant value of $35,000 per unit (without differentiating by the number of bedrooms) and remove the $2 million cap per property; b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to amend the existing Office-to-Residential Conversion Grant Program in the Downtown Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Program Guidelines to increase the amount of the grant per residential unit to match the proposed new program in recommendation a) ii); c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to amend its agreement with 166 Dundas St London Inc. by $110,053 to adjust for the increased per residential unit grant value to be implemented subject to Municipal Council approval of recommendation a) ii); d) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to amend its agreements with a
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of the Diocese of London Ontario, (c/o Zelinka Priamo Ltd., relating to the property located at 1 Fallons Lane: a) the proposed attached revised by-law as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Neighbourhood Facility (NF1) Zone TO a Residential R8 Special Provision (R8-4(_)) Zone; b) the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issue through the site plan process: i) the Owner shall provide two (2) additional tree plantings along the Huron Street frontage in addition to the minimum requirements of the Site Plan Control By-law; it being pointed out that the following individuals made verbal presentations at the public participation meeting held in conjunction with these matters: • H. Froussios, Zelinka Priamo Ltd.; and, • E. Norris; • L. MacKenzie, Chair, Affordable Housing Committee, Society of St. Vincent de Paul London; • L. Dollard, President, Society of St. Vincent de Paul National Council of Canada; and, • J. Ketelaars, President, St. Vincent de Paul Society, London Particular Council; it being further noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for th
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Old Oak Properties Inc., (c/o Siv-ik Planning & Design), relating to the property located at 3392 Wonderland Road South: a) the proposed by-law appended to the Planning and Environment Committee Added Agenda as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to: i) amend the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016, by ADDING new policies to the Specific Area Policies for the Shopping Area Place Type and the Neighbourhoods Place Type and by ADDING the subject lands to Map 7 – Specific Policy Areas – of the Official Plan; and, ii) amend the Southwest Area Secondary Plan (SWAP), forming part of the Official Plan, by ADDING a site-specific policy to the Wonderland Road Community Enterprise Corridor and Medium Density Residential policies in the Wonderland Boulevard Neighbourhood; b) the proposed by-law appended to the Planning and Environment Committee Added Agenda as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016 as amended in part a) above), FROM a Light Industrial (LI1/LI7) Zone, an Environmental Review (ER) Zone, and an Open Space (OS4) Zone TO a Light Industrial Special Provision/Restrictive Service Commercial Special Provision (LI1(_)/LI7(_)/RSC2(_)/RSC3(_)/
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by OMNI Developments Inc., (c/o Zelinka Priamo Ltd.), relating to the property located at 1458 Huron Street & 39 Redwood Lane: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024 to amend Zoning By- law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone TO a Residential R6 Special Provision (R6-5(_)) Zone; b) Notice BE GIVEN under the provisions of Section 29(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O 1990, c. O. 18, of Municipal Council’s intention to designate the property to be of cultural heritage value or interest for the reasons outlined in Appendix G of the associated staff report; c) should no objections to Municipal Council’s notice of intention to designate be received, a by-law to designate the property at 1458 Huron Street to be of cultural heritage value or interest for the reasons outlined in Appendix G of the associated staff report BE INTRODUCED at a future meeting of Municipal Council within 90 days of the end of the objection period; d) the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issues through the site plan process: i) orient front doors of units towards Huron Street, limit fencing
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the application by White Oaks Shopping Centre Inc., relating to the property located at 1105 Wellington Road: a) the proposed attached, revised by-law as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016, by ADDING a new policy to the Specific Policies for the Transit Village Place Type and by ADDING the subject lands to Map 7 – Specific Policy Areas – of the Official Plan; b) the proposed attached, revised by-law as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016, as amended in a) above), FROM Regional Shopping Area (RSA4) Zone TO a Regional Shopping Area/Residential R10 Special Provision (RSA4/R10- 5(_)*H115*D750) Zone; c) the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issues through the site plan process: i) provide an adequately sized and centrally located outdoor amenity space, either at-grade or rooftop, or a combination of both; ii) details regarding garbage storage and collection be determined; iii) details regarding the inclusion of a paratransit layby be determined; iv) landscaping to include at minimum 50% native species, with no invasive species planted; v) investigate renewable sources of energy such as solar for the roof and sides of the building,
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, based on the application by 2419361 Ontario Inc., relating to the property located at 934 Oxford Street West, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential R1 (R1-10) Zone TO a Holding Residential R8 Special Provision (h-89*R8-4(_)) Zone; it being further noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received the following communication with respect to these matters: • a communication dated July 12, 2024 from R. and J. Melvin; it being pointed out that the following individuals made verbal presentations at the public participation meeting held in conjunction with these matters: • A. Youssef; • A. Smye; and, • A. Mohseni-Khalesi; 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 2020 (PPS), which encourages the regeneration of settlement areas and land use patterns within settlement areas that provide for a range of uses and opportunities for intensification and redevelopment. The PPS directs municipalities to permit all forms of housing required to meet the needs of all residents, present and futu
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by LJM Developments Ltd., (c/o A.J. Clarke & Associates Ltd.), relating to the property located at 359 Wellington Road and 657 Base Line Road East: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016, by ADDING a new policy to the Specific Policies for the Rapid Transit Corridor Place Type and by ADDING the subject lands to Map 7 – Specific Policy Areas – of the Official Plan; b) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024 to amend Zoning By- law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016, as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential/Bonus (R1-6*B-43) Zone and Automobile Service Station (SS1) Zone, TO a Residential R9 Special Provision (R9-7(_)) Zone; c) the requested Special Provision to reduce the required bicycle parking ratio from 1.0 spaces per unit to 0.7 spaces per unit BE REFUSED for the following reason: i) the inability to accommodate bicycle parking for all units signifies an over-intensification of the site and does not promote the use of active transportation to residents
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Richmond Hyland Inc. c/o Paul Kitson, Westdell Development Corporation, relating to the property located at 1727- 1737 Richmond Street: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024 to amend Zoning By- law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Associated Shopping Area Commercial Special Provision (ASA1(5)/ASA2(3)/ASA3(1)) Zone and an Associated Shopping Area Commercial Special Provision (ASA1(5)/ ASA2(3)/ASA3(15)) Zone TO a Business District Commercial Special Provision (BDC1(*)) Zone and a Business District Commercial Special Provision (BDC1(**)) Zone; b) the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issues through the site plan process: i) details regarding a paratransit layby for Tower 3, separate from the one provided for Tower 1, be determined; ii) explore options to provide a common outdoor amenity space for Tower 2 suitable in size with features to accommodate the anticipated population of this tower. As the proposal is currently overparked, consider redesigning the surface parking area to replace parking spaces with amenity space, while maintaining access to the structured parking; iii) provide
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the request from the Municipality of Middlesex Centre and the Thames Valley District School Board regarding sanitary servicing for Centennial Central Public School: a) authority BE DELEGATED to the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure, to approve an agreement between the City and the Thames Valley District School Board for the provision of sanitary servicing to Centennial Central Public School; b) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute the Agreement approved by the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure; and, c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this agreement; it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received the following communications with respect to these matters: • a communication dated July 8, 2024 from G. Vogt, Superintendent, Facility Services and Capital Planning, Thames Valley District School Board; and, • a communication dated July 8, 2024 from R. Cascaden, Director of Public Works and Engineering, Municipality of Middlesex Centre; it being further noted that the Planning and Environment Committee heard verbal delegations from the following in conjunction with these matters: • G. Vogt, Superintendent, Facility Services and Capital Planning, Thames Valley District School Board; and, • S. Bergman, Planner, Municipality of Middlesex Centre. 28
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure, BE REQUESTED to report back with an analysis of the Sanitary Servicing Agreement request made by the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, including planning, technical, and financial considerations; it being pointed out that the Planning and Environment Committee heard a verbal delegation from S. Bergman, Planner, Municipality of Middlesex Centre, with respect to these matters; it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received the following communications with respect to these matters: • a communication dated July 8, 2024, from A. DeViet, Mayor, Municipality of Middlesex Centre.
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, the following matters be included on the Planning and Environment Committee Deferred Matters List: a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to provide information and associated recommended actions on the following matters in Q4 of 2024: i) Urban Forestry Strategy Monitoring Report: A) a status update of initiatives identified in the Urban Forestry Strategy Implementation Plan; B) the requirements to effect The London Plan policies for tree replanting and/or compensation with development applications; C) opportunities to establish large designed planting sites (e.g., an arboretum or new woodland habitat); and, D) opportunities to require better soil amendments in new developments; b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to provide information and associated recommended actions on the following matters in Q4 of 2024: i) Tree Planting Strategy: A) updated policies and numerical standards related to resident input for boulevard tree planting, soil suitability for boulevard tree planting, and selection of tree species to be planted; B) specific planting targets for geographic areas of the City; and, C) additional planting opportunities on City-owned lands and partnerships with consenting institutional land owners (e.g., schools, hospitals, universities, colleges, etc.); c) the Civic Administration engage where applicable in stakeholder consultation on these items, including engaging the general public, local agencies, relevant advisory committees and the development industry
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the July 16, 2024 Deferred Matters List BE RECEIVED.
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the 7th Report of the Community Advisory Committee on Planning, from its meeting held on July 10, 2024 BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the staff report dated July 16, 2024 entitled "The London Plan Heights Review" BE RECEIVED for information. (2024-D22)
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Sifton Properties Limited, relating to the property located at 3614, 3630 Colonel Talbot Road and 6621 Pack Road: a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 16, 2024 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend Zoning By- law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan for the City of London, 2016), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Urban Reserve (UR4) Zone TO a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-4(_))Zone; two Residential R1 and R4 Special Provision (R1-4/R4-6(11) Zones; two Residential R1 and R4 Special Provision (R1-4(_)/R4-6(11) Zones; two Residential R4, R5, R6, R7 and R9 Special Provision (R4-6(11)/R5-7(*)/R6- 5(*)/R7(*)/R9-5(*)) Zones; a Neighbourhood Facility, R4, R5, R6, R7 and R9 (NF/R4-6(11)/R5-7(**)/R6-5(**)/R7(**)/R9-5(**)) Zone; and an Open Space (OS1) Zone; b) the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the following issues were raised at the public participation meeting with respect to the application for Draft Plan of Residential Subdivision relating to the properties located at located at 3614, 3630 Colonel Talbot Road and 6621 Pack Road: i) expressing concern with the lack of details provided on the zoning categories for each Block; ii) indicating that there is a large difference in the number of parking spaces required for each
Moved by S. Lehman
Carried
That the 12th Report of the Corporate Services Committee BE APPROVED.
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, the following actions be taken with respect to the Municipal Funding Agreement on the Canada Community-Building Fund: a) the proposed by-law as appended to the staff report dated July 17, 2024 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to: i) approve the Municipal Funding Agreement (“Agreement”) on the Canada Community-Building Fund between the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and The Corporation of the City of London attached as Schedule 1; ii) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement; iii) authorize the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports to approve any future amending agreements between the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and The Corporation of the City of London with respect to the Canada Community-Building Fund; iv) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute any future amending agreements between the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and The Corporation of the City of London with respect to the Canada Community-Building Fund approved by the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports; v) authorize the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports (or designate) to execute any reports required under the Agreement; and vi) authorize the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports (or designate) to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this Agreement; b) the above-noted
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, the 2023 Portfolio Investments Report, providing a summary of the performance of the City of London’s investments, BE RECEIVED for information.
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, the following actions be taken with respect to the consideration to implement a vacant home tax in London: a) the “City of London Vacant Residential Unit Study – Vacant Home Tax Feasibility Review Report” (Appendix "A" as appended to the staff report) BE RECEIVED for information; b) the Civic Administration TAKE NO FURTHER ACTION towards implementation of a Vacant Home Tax using the mandatory declaration model at this time; and c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to further investigate the alternative strategies identified in the study to reduce the number of vacant residential units. 33
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Legal Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the transfer of Part III and Part IX prosecutions from the Province of Ontario, Ministry of the Attorney General: a) the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated July 17, 2024 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to: i) approve the Interim Transfer Agreement between His Majesty the King in Right of Ontario as Represented by the Attorney General and the Corporation of the City of London related to the transfer of responsibility for certain prosecutions under Parts III and IX of the Provincial Offences Act (“Agreement”) appended to the staff report as Schedule “A”; ii) delegate authority to the Deputy City Manager, Legal Services to approve any future amending agreements related to the Agreement; and iii) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all agreements between the City and the Province, and any other documents as may be required from time to time related to the transfer of certain prosecutions commenced under Parts III and IX of the Provincial Offences Act from the Ministry of the Attorney General to the City of London, each in a form satisfactory to the Deputy City Manager, Legal Services; b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this matter; and c) the report BE RECEIVED for the consideration of Council.
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Managers of Finance Supports, and Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services, the following actions be taken: a) the DriveON Program Performance Contract between His Majesty the King in Right of Ontario, as represented by the Director of Vehicle Inspection Standards, Ministry of Transportation and the Corporation of the City of London BE APPROVED to facilitate the City’s participation in the Ontario Ministry of Transportation’s DriveON Emissions and Safety Inspection Program; b) a Sole Source procurement in accordance with Section 14.3 (c) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy BE APPROVED with Parsons Inc. in relation to an Equipment Purchase and Maintenance Agreement and Pre- Authorized Debit Agreement required as a condition of transitioning to the DriveON Program; c) the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, or designate, BE AUTHORIZED to execute the above agreements and to approve and execute any amending or other agreements necessary to facilitate the City’s transition to the DriveON Program; d) the Deputy City Manager, Neighbourhood and Community- Wide Services, or designate, BE AUTHORIZED to execute the above agreements and to approve and execute any amending or other agreements necessary to facilitate the City’s transition to the DriveON Program; and e) the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated July 17, 2024 as Appendix “A”, BE INTRODUCED at the Council meeting to be held on Jul
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That the communication dated July 8, 2024 from Councillor S. Franke and Mayor J. Morgan with respect to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities annual conference held on June 6-9, 2024 BE RECEIVED.
Moved by H. McAlister
Carried
That the 9th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee BE APPROVED with the exception of items 8 (2.8), 12 (2.11), 13 (3.1) and 14 (4.1)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the Council recess at this time, for 10 minutes.
Moved by S. Stevenson, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That the communication, dated June 27, 2024, from the City Clerk and the Deputy City Clerks, with respect to the 2025 Mayor’s New Year’s Honour List Call for Nominations, BE RECEIVED. (2024- M11)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 6th and 7th Reports of the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee (AWCAC): a) the following actions be taken with respect to the 6th Report of the AWCAC, from the meeting held on June 6, 2024: i) the following actions be taken with respect to Rodenticide use in City facilities: A) the Senior Manager of Facilities BE INVITED to attend a future Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee meeting prior to the City renewing its contract for pest control service in 2025 to review the scope of the contract and discuss alternative strategies to use of poison at municipal facilities; and, B) a Working Group BE ESTABLISHED to prepare recommendations for print and online communications to support public education about best practices to prevent rodent infestations and apply rodent exclusion methods at residential buildings; it being noted that the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee received a communication from the Animal Welfare Community Advisory Committee and the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee and held a general discussion with respect to these matters; ii) clauses 1.1, 3.1, 5.1, 5.2 and 5.4 to 5.6 BE RECEIVED; b) the 7th Report of the AWCAC from the meeting held on July 4, 2024 BE RECEIVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the 3rd Report of the Accessibility Community Advisory Committee, from the meeting held on June 27, 2024, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports and Deputy City Manager, Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to RFP- 2024-100 Prime Consulting Services for CHOCC Teaching Kitchen and Elevator: a) the proposal submitted by 17\21 architects inc., 1065 Valetta St, London, for the Prime Consultant Services for CHOCC Teaching Kitchen and Elevator project for a fee of $152,015.00 (excluding HST) BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that the evaluation team determined the proposal submitted by 17\21 architects inc. provided the best technical and financial value to the Corporation, met the City’s requirements in all areas and acceptance is in accordance with section 15.2 of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; b) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts which are necessary in connection with the project; d) the approvals given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract with the consultant for the work; and, e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute a contract or any other documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2024-A19)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports and Deputy City Manager, Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to RFP- 2024-135 Prime Consulting Services for Kinsmen Arena Deep Energy Retrofit: a) the proposal submitted by J.L. Richards & Associates Limited, 450 Speedvale Avenue West, Suite 107 in Guelph, for the Prime Consultant Services for the Kinsmen Arena Deep Energy Retrofit project for a fee of $199,595.00 (excluding HST) BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that the evaluation team determined the proposal submitted by J.L. Richards & Associates Limited provided the best technical and financial value to the Corporation, met the City’s requirements in all areas and acceptance is in accordance with section 15.2 of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; b) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts which are necessary in connection with the project; d) the approvals given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract with the consultant for the work; and e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute a contract or any other documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2024-A19)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to Administrative Monetary Penalty (AMPS) By-law Housekeeping Amendments: a) the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend By-law No. A-54, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London”; and, b) the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to amend By-law No. PW-11, being “A by-law to provide for the sale of fireworks and the setting off of fireworks and pyrotechnics within the City of London, and for requiring a permit and imposing conditions”. (2024-C01)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to Affordable Residential Unit Development Charge Exemption Agreements: a) the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 23, 2024, to: i) approve the Affordable Residential Unit Rental Development Charge Exemption Agreement template, as appended to the above- noted by-law; ii) approve the Affordable Residential Unit Ownership Development Charge Exemption Agreement template, as appended to the above-noted by-law; iii) authorize the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, or their written designate, to approve amendments to the above-noted Agreements; and, iv) authorize the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, or their written designate, to execute the above- noted Agreements, which may be amended pursuant to the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development’s authority; b) the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED. (2024-L04A)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services, the staff report dated July 15, 2024, with respect to a Subsidized Transit Program Update, BE RECEIVED; it being noted that a verbal delegation from J. Salisbury, with respect to this matter, was received. (2024- S04)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Planning and Economic Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to an Update to the Roadmap to 3,000 Affordable Units “Roadmap 2.0”: a) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to allocate up to $45,000 per affordable housing unit under the Roadmap to 3,000 for new projects that have not received approval from Council to enter into a contribution agreement; b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to direct $10,000,000 of the Housing Accelerator Fund affordable housing grant to expand the programs and activities under the Roadmap to 3,000; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to direct $10,000,000 of Housing Accelerator Fund investment to the Highly Supportive Housing plan and programs under the Whole of Community System Response; and, d) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to prioritize pre- development and development support to London & Middlesex Community Housing Inc. and all Social and Community Housing Boards for redevelopment projects at publicly funded housing properties; and, e) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to assess the existing affordable unit bonus zones in Z-1 to consider a cash-in-lieu policy or other similar programs to enable the construction of new affordable units in London, and report back to Council with recommendations. (2024-S11)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That the motion be amended to read as follows: That with respect to the Vision SoHo Amendment to the Contribution Agreement with Chelsea Green Community Homes Society, the following actions be taken: a) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to release funds attributed to the Roadmap grant and soil remediation forgivable loan to an upset limit of $1,281,219, it being noted that the amended contribution is $51,249 per unit for 25 units, with 12 filled from the City’s waitlist(s); b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to release the remaining the Roadmap grant of a total of $476,332, as outlined in the Municipal Contribution Agreement upon confirmation of 41 total affordable units for this project to achieve an average per unit contribution of $42,867; and c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to amend the Municipal Contribution Agreement to reflect the change under the existing delegation.
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, related to a Draft Advocacy Message Sign By- law: a) a public participation meeting BE HELD at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with respect to the draft Advocacy Message Sign By-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, as well as a by-law related to graphic images; b) the draft Advocacy Message Sign By-law BE AMENDED to include additional wording under section 5.1, additional regulations, fourth bullet to read “with respect to a warning sign must be displayed alongside signage that shows images of deceased humans or animals, and must visibly state: ‘contains a Graphic Image(s) that may be offensive or disturbing to some people”; and, c) the request for delegation from J. Bulsza, with respect to this matter, BE REFERRED to the future public participation meeting; it being noted that communications, as appended to the Added Agenda, from the following individuals were received with respect to this matter: • J. Bulsza; • K. Lyng; • C. Connell; • L. Gibbons; • R. Connell; • B. Dow; • D. Arcand; • W.R. Myers; • V. Gedge; • T. Gainey; • S. Glover; • R. Gedge; • B. Smith; • E. Moyer; and, • I. Longworth. (2024-C01A)
Moved by E. Peloza
Lost
That part a) BE APPROVED and reads as follows: That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 15, 2024, with respect to Renovictions: Renovation License and Relocation By-law Changes and public comments received (to date): a) the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED for information purposes to summarize the comments received so far from the public regarding proposed amendments to the business licensing by-law to introduce a new license category pertaining to licensing renovation-induced evictions; it being noted that amendments will be brought forward to amend the Business Licensing By-law L.-131-16, the Administrative Monetary Penalties By-law No. A-54 to introduce penalties and amounts to Schedule A-5 pertaining to the Business Licensing By- law and this proposed new license category, and to the Fees and Charges By-law No. A-59 to introduce fees and charges associated with this proposed licence category; it being further noted that the communications, as appended to the Added Agenda, from K. Pagniello and M. Laliberte, Neighbourhood Legal Services, C. Butler, M. Wallace, London Development Institute and L. Smith, Norquay Property Management, were received with respect to this matter; it being pointed out that the following individuals made verbal presentations at the public participation meeting held in conjunction with this matter: • Sharon; • Michelle; • Felix; • K. Andrews; • D. Keenan; • N. Chiles; • Z. Ramsey; • M. Wallace; • L. Smith;
Moved by D. Ferreira
Carried
That part c) BE APPROVED and reads as follows: c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee on draft language that would apply the protection in the by-law to residents who have already received the N13 Notice;
Moved by D. Ferreira
Lost
That the following actions be taken with respect to the communication, dated May 28, 2024, from Councillors H. McAlister and D. Ferreira, with respect to the City-Operated Long Term Care Facility (Dearness Home): a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to explore options for expanding the facility capacity of the Dearness Home for consideration to be included the Mayor’s 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget; and, b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to present a report on potential expansion options to accommodate more residents to the Dearness Home Committee of Management prior to the Mayor preparing their 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget. (2024-S03)
Moved by D. Ferreira
Lost
That the 10th Report of the Civic Works Committee BE APPROVED with the exception of items 8 (2.7) and 11 (5.2)
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed. 46
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That the 7th Report of the Integrated Transportation Community Advisory Committee, from the meeting held on June 19, 2024, BE RECEIVED.
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That on the recommendation of Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 16, 2024, related to the Appointment of Consulting Engineer for Contract Administration Services and CP Rail Flagging Fees for the Hyde Park Assignment ‘A’ Phase 2 Project: a) Stantec Consulting Limited BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the resident inspection and contract administration for the Hyde Park Assignment ‘A’ Phase 2 project in accordance with the estimate, on file, at an upset amount of $243,764.00, including contingency (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (g) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; b) the allowance of the mandated Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) flagging personnel during the construction of the Hyde Park Assignment ‘A’ - Phase 2 tunnel works per the anticipated CP flagging requirements BE APPROVED for the Hyde Park Assignment ‘A’ - Phase 2 project, with an estimated fee of $52,034 (excluding HST); c) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report; d) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this project; e) the approval given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract; and, f) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if r
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 16, 2024, related to the Appointment of Consulting Engineers for the Infrastructure Renewal Program Round 3: a) the following consulting engineers BE APPOINTED to carry out consulting services for the identified Infrastructure Renewal Program funded projects, at the upset amounts identified below, in accordance with the estimate on file, and in accordance with Section 15.2(e) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy: i) Spriet Associates London Limited BE APPOINTED consulting engineers to complete the pre-design, and detailed design of Nightingale Ave from Dundas Street to Elias Street, in the total amount of $243,039.50, including contingency, (excluding HST); ii) Stantec Consulting Limited BE APPOINTED consulting engineers to complete the servicing study, and preliminary design of the Chelsea Green area located along Adelaide Street, immediately south of the Thames River, in the total amount of $301,442.35, including contingency, (excluding HST); b) WT Infrastructure Solutions Inc. BE APPOINTED consulting engineers to complete the detailed design and construction administration for the Sewer Renewal Project Package, in the total amount of $244,601.00 (excluding HST), noting this bid is being reported as an irregular bid per the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy, Section 19.4(b) and (
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 16, 2024, related to a Mid- Year Update on the Green Bin and Collection Program Implementation: a) the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED; and, b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report on the cost, the advantages and disadvantages, design considerations and other potential opportunities and implications of the following changes to the collection system including: i) Adding pet waste to the Green Bin program in 2025, ii) Reviewing the Garbage Container Limit and the Garbage Container Exemption periods to ensure there is a balance between customer service and an incentive to reduce waste and maximize the use of the Green Bin and recycling systems, and, iii) Providing additional collection services or other solutions for items like diapers, incontinence products, large bulky items, other materials, and hard to service townhome complexes, in 2025 or 2026. (2024-E07)
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Environment and Infrastructure the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 16, 2024, related to RFP- 2024-037 Sunningdale Road East and Clarke Road Intersection Improvements Appointment of Consulting Engineer a) R.V. Anderson Associates Limited BE APPROVED as the consulting engineer to complete the detailed design and tendering services at an upset amount of $235,254.00 (excluding HST), in accordance with RFP 2024-037 and Section 15.2 (e) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; b) the financing for this assignment BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this assignment; d) the approvals given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract with the consultant for the work; and, e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents including agreements, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2024-A05)
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Environment & Infrastructure, the following actions be taken with respect to an Irregular Result for Rapid Transit Shelters Public Artwork Vendor of Record Contract Award RFP-2023-276 and Appointment of Consulting Engineer for Contract Administration Services: a) the bid submitted by Compex Display of $1,292,930.00 (excluding HST), for the future supply, fabrication and installation of Rapid Transit Shelter – Artwork (RFP-2023-276) BE ACCEPTED in accordance with the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; it being noted that the proposal submitted by Compex Display was the only proposal received, creating an irregular result, however it meets the City’s specifications and requirements in all areas; b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to appoint Compex Display as the Vendor of Record for fabrication, supply, and installation of shelter artwork in connection with these purchases for a period four (4) years with three (3) one (1) year option periods with renewals based on positive performance and cost, noting cost escalation may be negotiable; c) AECOM Canada Ltd. BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the resident inspection and contract administration for the 14 Shelter Installations (Downtown Loop, East London Link Phase 1 and 2 and Wellington Gateway Phase 1) in accordance with the estimate, on file, at an upset amount of $559,669.00 (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (g) of the City of London’s Procurement of
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Environment & Infrastructure, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report, dated July 16, 2024, related to the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and West London Dyke Phases 9 through 13 Design: a) the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the following projects, noting the requirements of this provincial funding program are unique, in that only conservation authorities can apply, requiring 14.3.a) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy: i) West London Dyke Phase 9 - 13 Design, for the City’s share of consulting fees totalling $534,900.37 including contingency (excluding HST); and, ii) West London Dyke Phase 9 – 13 UTRCA Project Management Fees, totalling $30,000, (excluding HST); b) the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report; c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this work; d) the approval given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract; and, e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2024-E13)
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That the following actions be taken with respect to the 8th Report of the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee (ESACAC), from the meeting held on July 10, 2024: a) the following actions be taken with respect to the Neighbourhood Decision Making program: i) the Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the ESACAC recommends that that the City does not pause funding to community grants and the Neighbourhood Decision Making program; and, ii) the recommendations, as stated on the ESACAC agenda, BE FORWARDED to Council; it being noted that the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee held a discussion and received a communication dated July 4, 2024, from C. Butler, with respect to these matters; it being further noted that the Chair of the ESACAC has submitted the recommendations to the Added Agenda for the July 18, 2024 meeting of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee; b) the following actions be taken with respect to the 2025 Mayor's New Year's Honour List Call for Nominations: i) a representative from the City Clerk's Office BE INVITED to attend the next meeting of the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee meeting to outline the context for nominations for the 2025 Mayor's New Year's Honour List nominations; and, ii) the communication, dated June 27, 2024, from the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerks, with respect to the 2025 Mayor's New Year's Honour List Call for Nominations BE REFERRED to the nex
Moved by A. Hopkins
Carried
That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee on the feasibility of having a request button on the Service London Portal to report property standards violations and/or property naturalization violations. Nays: (14): Mayor J. Morgan, S. Lewis, P. Cuddy, S. Stevenson, J. Pribil, S. Trosow, C. Rahman, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Franke, E. Peloza, D. Ferreira, and S. Hillier Absent: (1): H. McAlister
Moved by A. Hopkins
Lost
That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to setup a request button on the Service London Portal to report possible violations of the Yard and Lot Maintenance By-law including but not limited to: lawns, vegetative growth (natural gardens), graffiti, inoperative vehicles and refuse.
Moved by S. Franke, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Clause 1 of the 13th Report of Council in Closed Session BE APPROVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by S. Lehman
Carried
That Clause 3 of the Report of Council in Closed Session BE APPROVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by P. Cuddy
Carried
That Clauses 2, 5, 6, and 8 of the 13th Report of Council in Closed Session BE APPROVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by A. Hopkins
Carried
That Clauses 4 and 7 of the 13th Report of Council in Closed Session BE APPROVED.
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by P. Cuddy
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 236 to Bill No. 262, including Added Bill No.’s 264, 267, and 268 and excluding Bill No.'s 247 and 256 BE APPROVED
Moved by S. Lehman, seconded by A. Hopkins
Carried
That Second Reading of Bill No. 236 to Bill No. 262, including Added Bill No.’s 264, 267, and 268 and excluding Bill No.'s 247 and 256 BE APPROVED
Moved by P. Cuddy, seconded by D. Ferreira
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 236 to Bill No. 262, including Added Bill No.’s 264, 267, and 268 and excluding Bill No.'s 247 and 256 BE APPROVED Yeas: (13): Mayor J. Morgan, S. Lewis, P. Cuddy, S. Stevenson, J. Pribil, C. Rahman, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Franke, E. Peloza, D. Ferreira, and S. Hillier Absent: (2): H. McAlister, and S. Trosow
Moved by S. Stevenson, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 256 and Added Bill No. 263 BE APPROVED
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by S. Lehman
Carried
That Second Reading of Bill No. 256 and Added Bill No. 263 BE APPROVED
Moved by S. Stevenson, seconded by S. Lewis
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 256 and Added Bill No. 263 BE APPROVED
Moved by A. Hopkins, seconded by S. Stevenson
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Added Bill No. 265 BE APPROVED Yeas: (11): Mayor J. Morgan, S. Lewis, P. Cuddy, S. Stevenson, J. Pribil, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, S. Franke, E. Peloza, D. Ferreira, and S. Hillier Nays: (1): P. Van Meerbergen Recuse: (1): C. Rahman Absent: (2): H. McAlister, and S. Trosow
Moved by P. Cuddy, seconded by J. Pribil
Carried
That Second Reading of Added Bill No. 265 BE APPROVED
Moved by D. Ferreira, seconded by S. Lehman
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Added Bill No. 265 BE APPROVED
Moved by J. Pribil, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That Introduction and First Reading of Added Bill No. 266 and 269 BE APPROVED
Moved by A. Hopkins, seconded by S. Lehman
Carried
That Second Reading of Added Bill No. 266 and 269 BE APPROVED Yeas: (11): Mayor J. Morgan, S. Lewis, P. Cuddy, J. Pribil, C. Rahman, S. Lehman, A. Hopkins, S. Franke, E. Peloza, D. Ferreira, and S. Hillier Nays: (2): S. Stevenson, and P. Van Meerbergen Absent: (2): H. McAlister, and S. Trosow
Moved by C. Rahman, seconded by P. Cuddy
Carried
That Third Reading and Enactment of Added Bill No. 266 and 269 BE APPROVED
Moved by J. Pribil, seconded by E. Peloza
Carried
That the meeting BE ADJOURNED.
Moved by S. Stevenson, seconded by P. Cuddy
Carried

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