Revised Agenda
Committee of the Whole

Thursday, October 14, 2021

9:00 A.m. - 4:00 P.m.

Electronic Meeting

Quorum: 11

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A.

Call to Order

B.

Disclosures of Interest

C.

Presentations

C.1

Environmental Services Water and Wastewater Capital Infrastructure Status Update

Mike Rabeau, Director, Capital Planning and Delivery

(See Item F.2.1)

D.

Deputations

​(Subject to the Committee granting deputant status.)

D.1

Parents Against Child Trafficking (PACT) and Council of Women Against Sex Trafficking in York Region

Robert Vallee, Board Chair and CEO, PACT Markham and Richmond Hill, and Council of Women Against Sex Trafficking in York Region

Mary Petrella, Executive Director, Council of Women Against Sex Trafficking in York Region 

D.2

Deputations related to Item H.2.1 - Proposed York Region Official Plan Amendment No. 7

D.2.1

Ira Kagan on behalf of Block 41 Landowners Group (Vaughan) and Angus Glen Landowners Group (Markham)

D.2.2

Don Given on behalf of Block 41 Landowners Group, Angus Glen Landowners Group and Robinson Glen Block Landowners Group

D.2.3

Kim Empringham on behalf of the York Federation of Agriculture

D.2.4

David Donnelly on behalf of Friends to Conserve Kleinburg

E.

Transportation Services

Chair – Mayor Pellegrini
Vice-Chair – Mayor Scarpitti

Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

E.1

Communications

E.1.1

Transportation Master Plan - Update on Public Engagement and Strategic Planning

Memorandum from Ann-Marie Carroll, Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services dated September 24, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

E.2

Reports

E.2.1

Annual Traveller Safety Report

Report dated September 22, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. Council receive this report for information.

E.2.2

Results of Pedestrian and Cyclist Pilot Measures

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Clerks of the local municipalities and York Regional Police.

E.2.3

Municipal Streetscape and Pedestrian and Cycling Partnership Programs Annual Update

Report dated September 23, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. The Regional Clerk forward this report to the local municipalities, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

E.2.4

Award of Consulting Services for Yonge Street - Davis Drive to Green Lane - Town of Newmarket and Town of East Gwillimbury

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. Council approve award of contract for Contract Administration and Inspection Services for Yonge Street (Y.R. 1), from Davis Drive (Y.R. 31) to Green Lane (Y.R. 19), in the Town of Newmarket and Town of East Gwillimbury, to AECOM Canada Limited, pursuant to Request for Proposal P-21-63, at a total cost of $4,583,130.34, excluding HST.
2. The Commissioner of Transportation Services be authorized to execute the contract on behalf of the Region.

E.2.5

Award of Consulting Engineering Services for 16th Avenue - Woodbine Avenue to Kennedy Road - City of Markham

Report dated September 22, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. Council approve award of contract for consulting engineering services for detailed design of improvements to 16th Avenue (Y.R. 73), from Woodbine Avenue (Y.R. 08) to Kennedy Road (Y.R. 3) in the City of Markham, to SNC Lavalin Inc., pursuant to Request for Proposal P-306-21, at a total cost of $5,873,365, excluding HST.
2. The Commissioner of Transportation Services be authorized to execute the contract on behalf of the Region. 

E.2.6

Traffic Bylaw Amendment to Support High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes - City of Vaughan

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services recommending that:

1. Lane Designation Bylaw No. 2020-53 be amended to designate high occupancy vehicle lanes on Major Mackenzie Drive West (Y.R. 25) between Pine Valley Drive (Y.R. 57) and Islington Avenue (Y.R. 17).
2. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Clerk of the City of Vaughan and Chief of York Regional Police.
3. The Regional Solicitor prepare the necessary bylaw.

F.

Environmental Services

Chair – Regional Councillor Ferri
Vice-Chair – Mayor Quirk

Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

F.1

Communications

F.1.1

Operational Summary - York Energy Centre in Township of King

Memorandum from Erin Mahoney, Commissioner of Environmental Services dated October 4, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

F.1.2

Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Letter - Upper York Sewage Solution

The Honourable David Piccini, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks dated October 5, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

(See Item F.2.1)

F.1.3

Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Study on Impact of Gas Phase Out in Ontario

Carla Nell, Vice-President, Corporate Relations, Stakeholder Engagement and Innovation, Independent Electricity System Operator dated October 7, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

F.2

Reports

F.2.1

Water and Wastewater Capital Infrastructure Status Update

Report dated September 15, 2021 from the Commissioner of Environmental Services recommending that:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Ontario Ministers of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Municipal Affairs and Housing and Infrastructure, Clerks of the local municipalities, Building Industry and Land Development Association, and the Ontario Homebuilders’ Association.

G.

Community and Health Services

Chair – Regional Councillor Rosati
Vice-Chair – Regional Councillor Heath

Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

G.1

Communications

G.1.1

Social Service Response to COVID-19 Global Pandemic - Q2 and Q3 2021 Update

Memorandum from Katherine Chislett, Commissioner of Community and Health Services dated September 23, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

G.1.2

Update on the Federal Rapid Housing Initiative and Provincial Social Services Relief Fund - Phase 2

Memorandum from Katherine Chislett, Commissioner of Community and Health Services dated September 24, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

G.2

Reports

G.2.1

Analysis of Ontario's Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission's Final Report and Recommendations for Urgent Provincial Action

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services recommending that:

1. Council approve the priority recommendations set out in Attachment 1 for urgent provincial action to transform the long-term care sector including recommendations related to accelerated staffing investments, sustainable and long-term provincial funding across the seniors continuum of care, pandemic preparedness and legislative and regulatory changes to align with resident-centred care as informed by Ontario's Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission’s Final Report and Recommendations.
2. The Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, send this report and a letter to the Ministers of Health, Long-Term Care, Finance, Seniors and Accessibility, Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Children, Community and Social Services and communicate Council’s request that the Province urgently act on the priority recommendations identified by York Region.
3. The Regional Clerk provide a copy of this report to the Members of Parliament and Members of Provincial Parliament representing York Region requesting their support to advocate for urgent provincial action on the priority recommendations identified by York Region.
4. The Regional Clerk circulate this report for information to local municipalities, York Region Human Services Planning Board members, Home and Community Care Support Services Central, Ontario Health Teams in York Region, Ontario Health Central Region, AdvantAge Ontario, Ontario Long-Term Care Association and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. 

G.2.2

2020 Long-Term Care and Seniors Community Program Annual Performance Updates

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services recommending that:

1. Council receive this report and attachments for information to ensure Council’s compliance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, other provincial government directives and emergency orders.

G.2.3

Proposed New Community Investment Fund Framework

Report dated September 24, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services recommending that:

1. Council approve the new framework for the Community Investment Fund program as set out in Attachment 1.
2. Council authorize and direct the Commissioner of Community and Health Services to:
   1. Approve Community Investment Fund projects and funding allocations, including multi-year allocations where appropriate, subject to approval of the program budget as part of annual Budget process.
   2. Direct external funding, where appropriate, through the Community Investment Fund to support initiatives that address human service needs.
   3. Report annually on results of the Community Investment Fund.
3. Council approve a six-month funding extension to current projects, as detailed in Attachment 2 and subject to Budget approval, to support program transition.

G.2.4

Minutes - York Region Human Services Planning Board - September 17, 2021

Minutes of the York Region Human Services Planning Board dated September 17, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

G.2.5

Minutes - York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee - September 22, 2021

Minutes of the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee dated September 22, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

H.

Planning and Economic Development

Chair – Regional Councillor Jones
Vice-Chair – Mayor Mrakas

Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

H.1

Communications

H.1.1

Communications related to Item H.2.1 - Proposed York Region Official Plan Amendment No. 7

H.1.1.1

Notice of Request for Proposed Official Plan Amendment Redesignation of Agricultural Lands in Greenbelt Plan - ROPA 7

Sameer Dhalla, P.Eng, Director, Development and Engineering Services, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority dated September 22, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

H.1.1.2

Notice of Request for Proposed Official Plan Amendment Redesignation of Agricultural Lands in Greenbelt Plan - ROPA 7

Sameer Dhalla, P.Eng, Director, Development and Engineering Services, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority dated October 12, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

H.1.1.3

Proposed ROPA 7

Irene Ford, Resident dated October 13, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

H.1.2

Town of East Gwillimbury Resolution - Development Charges Deferral Request - East Gwillimbury Children's Centre - 18335 Leslie Street

Tara Lajevardi, Acting Municipal Clerk, Town of East Gwillimbury dated August 9, 2021

Recommendation: Receive and refer to staff

H.2

Reports

H.2.1

Proposed York Region Official Plan Amendment No. 7

Report dated October 1, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner recommending that:

1. Council not adopt York Region Official Plan Amendment No. 7 as proposed.
2. In the alternative, staff be directed to develop policies in the York Regional Official Plan through the current Municipal Comprehensive Review to designate the subject lands as “Rural/Major Open Space” permitting passive recreation, environmental management, restoration, and enhancement, and urban agricultural uses, but not active urban parks within the Greenbelt.
3. The Regional Clerk forward this report and Council resolution to the local municipalities and to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

H.2.2

Minutes - York Region Agriculture and Agri-Food Advisory Committee - September 29, 2021

Minutes of the York Region Agriculture and Agri-Food Advisory Committee dated September 29, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

(See resolution contained within regarding Item H.2.1 - Proposed York Region Official Plan Amendment No. 7)

H.2.3

Minutes - Housing Affordability Task Force Meeting - October 7, 2021

Minutes of the Housing Affordability Task Force meeting held on October 7, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

I.

Finance and Administration

Chair – Mayor Bevilacqua
Vice-Chair – Mayor Lovatt

Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion

Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

I.1

Communications

I.1.1

York Region Participation in the Provincial Audit and Accountability Fund Program and Submission of Intake 2 Reports

Memorandum from Bruce Macgregor, Chief Administrative Officer dated October 7, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

I.1.2

Optional Small Business Property Subclass Update

Memorandum from Jason Li, Acting Commissioner of Finance and Regional Treasurer dated October 1, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

I.1.3

City of Richmond Hill Resolution - Option to Fill the Vacancy in the Office of the Mayor - Alternate Regional Council

Stephen M.A. Huycke, Director of Legislative Services/City Clerk, City of Richmond Hill dated September 29, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

I.1.4

Proposed Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997 to Support Funding of the Yonge North Subway Extension

Memorandum from Jason Li, Acting Commissioner of Finance and Regional Treasurer dated October 12, 2021

Recommendation: Receive

I.2

Reports

I.2.1

Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation Debenture for the Town of Georgina

Report dated October 1, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Finance recommending that:

Subject to the receipt of the necessary supporting documents from the Town of Georgina:

1. Council approve the request from the Town of Georgina for the long-term financing in an amount not to exceed $49,960,000 to finance the construction of the Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) for a term not to exceed 25 years.
2. Council approve the submission of an application to the Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation (OILC) for all or part of the above noted financing, by York Region on behalf of the Town of Georgina.
3. Regional Chair and Acting Regional Treasurer be authorized to execute the necessary documents, subject to review by Legal Services.

I.2.2

Vacant Homes Tax to Support Affordable Housing

Report dated October 1, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Finance, the Commissioner of Community and Health Services and the Chief Planner recommending that:

1. Council direct staff to develop a feasibility study and public benefits review of a Vacant Homes Tax in York Region.
2. Any revenues from a Vacant Homes Tax, net of costs, be used to support affordable housing initiatives.
3. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Ministries of Finance and Municipal Affairs and Housing, the local municipalities, and the local Chambers of Commerce/Boards of Trade.

I.2.3

Council Code of Conduct - Members Use of Social Media

Report dated September 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Regional Clerk recommending that:

1. Council receive this report for information.

I.2.4

Acquisition of Land -10980 Jane Street - City of Vaughan

Report dated October 1, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services recommending that:

1. Council approve the acquisition of the interests in land set out in Attachment 1, for the Northeast Vaughan Water Servicing Project, in the City of Vaughan.
2. The Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to execute the agreement of purchase and sale and all necessary documents to complete the transaction.

I.2.5

Disposition of Land - 7755 Bayview Avenue - City of Markham

Report dated October 1, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services recommending that:

1. Council authorize the disposition of lands in the City of Markham, described in Attachment 1, that have been deemed surplus to Regional requirements.
2. The Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to execute the Agreement of Purchase and Sale and all necessary documents to complete the transaction.

I.2.6

Disposition of Land - 432 and 438 to 442 Davis Drive - Town of Newmarket

(Report deferred from Committee of the Whole September 9, 2021)

Report dated August 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services recommending that:

1. Council authorize the disposition of lands in the Town of Newmarket, described in Attachment 1, that have been deemed surplus to Regional requirements.
2. The Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to execute the agreement of purchase and sale and all necessary documents to complete the transaction.
3. Staff report back to Council with the final sale price in accordance with the Sales and Other Disposition of Lands policy.

J.

Notice of Motion

J.1

Actions to Address Anti-Asian Hate

Notice of the following motion was provided by Acting Regional Councillor Chan, seconded by Mayor Taylor:

WHEREAS the York Regional Police (YRP) has reported in April 2021 that an increase of 137.5% of hate crime occurrences against East and South East Asian communities in the 2020 statistics;

WHEREAS there have been incidents motivated by Asian-hate reported in the York Region throughout 2021, including charges laid against an individual in March 2021, a confrontation in August 2021 and hate-crime charge made by the YRP in September 2021;

WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of York is committed to taking action to achieve the vision as espoused in the Inclusion Charter to celebrate the diverse population of 1.2 million in the Region where everyone can live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

Council affirms its commitment to the vision of the York Region Inclusion Charter, and condemns the increasing hate-related incidents against residents of Asian descent. And furthermore that York Region declares zero-tolerance of any form of hate-related behaviour and conduct against its residents, and that

Council directs staff to report to Council in the first quarter of 2022 with a proposed plan to work with community organizations to establish a process based on the best practices in other jurisdictions to combat hate-motivated incidents in York Region.

K.

Other Business

L.

Private Session

L.1

Provincial Employment Services Transformation and Request to Submit Call for Proposals to be the Employment Service System Manager for York Region - Labour Relations

L.2

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.4. - Acquisition of Land - 10980 Jane Street - City of Vaughan - Acquisition of Land

L.3

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.5. - Disposition of Land - 7755 Bayview Avenue - City of Markham - Disposition of Land

L.4

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.6. - Disposition of Land - 432 and 438 to 442 Davis Drive - Town of Newmarket - Disposition of Land

M.

Adjournment