Minutes

Committee of the Whole

Thursday, June 10, 2021

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

Electronic Meeting

Members:

• W. Emmerson,
• M. Bevilacqua,
• G. Chan,
• J. DiPaola,
• M. Ferri,
• R. Grossi,
• V. Hackson,
• D. Hamilton,
• J. Heath,
• L. Jackson,
• J. Jones,
• J. Li,
• I. Lovatt,
• T. Mrakas,
• S. Pellegrini,
• C. Perrelli,
• M. Quirk,
• G. Rosati,
• F. Scarpitti,
• J. Taylor,
• and T. Vegh

Staff:

• D. Basso,
• A.M. Carroll,
• K. Chislett,
• P. Freeman,
• Dr. K. Kurji,
• D. Kuzmyk,
• J. Li,
• B. Macgregor,
• E. Mahoney,
• C. Raynor,
• and M.F. Turner

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A.

Call to Order

Regional Chair Emmerson called the meeting to order at 9 a.m. and made the following remarks:

“We acknowledge the land we are meeting on today is the traditional territory of many First Nations, including the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of the Credit.

These lands are now home to many diverse Indigenous peoples.

We also acknowledge that York Region falls under Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit and the Williams Treaties with several Mississauga and Chippewas First Nations.”

B.

Disclosures of Interest

None

C.

Presentations

C.1

York Region COVID-19 Vaccination Plan Update

Committee of the Whole received the Epidemiology Update presentation by Dr. Karim Kurji, Medical Officer of Health.

Committee of the Whole received the York Region COVID-19 Vaccination Plan presentation by Karen Antonio-Hadcock, Director, Integrated Business Services, Community and Health Services.

D.

Deputations

D.1

York Region Transit / Toronto Transit Commission Service Integration and Fare Collection Pilot

D.1.1

Fred Winegust on behalf of Reena

Committee of the Whole received the deputation from Fred Winegust on behalf of Reena.

D.1.2

Peter Miasek on behalf of Keep York Moving

Committee of the Whole received the deputation from Peter Miasek on behalf of Keep York Moving.

D.2

Request for Traffic Signals - Major Mackenzie Drive East and Elm Green Lane - City of Markham

Committee of the Whole received the deputation from Maria Gatzios and Nick Poulos on behalf of Angus Glen Village Ltd.

D.3

Regional Official Plan Update Policy Directions Report

D.3.1

Irene Ford, Resident

Committee of the Whole received the deputation from Irene Ford.

D.3.2

Kim Empringham on behalf of the York Region Federation of Agriculture

Committee of the Whole received the deputation and associated correspondence from Kim Empringham on behalf of the York Region Federation of Agriculture.

E.

Transportation Services

E.1

Communications

E.1.1

Transportation Master Plan Progress Update

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Ann-Marie Carroll, Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services dated May 21, 2021 be received.

E.1.2

York Region Transit / Toronto Transit Commission Service Integration and Fare Collection Pilot

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Ann-Marie Carroll, Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services dated May 25, 2021 be received.

E.2

Reports

E.2.1

York Region Transit 2020 / 2021 Hold on Fare Increases

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services:

1. Council approve a hold on York Region Transit fare increases in 2021.

E.2.2

Request for Traffic Signals - Keele Street and Norman Drive - Township of King

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations, as amended, in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services:

1. Traffic signals be installed at the intersection of Keele Street and Norman Drive in the Township of King, subject to all capital costs and ten year operating costs being borne by the developer.
2. The Regional Clerk forward this report to the Clerk of the Township of King.

E.2.3

Request for Traffic Signals - Major Mackenzie Drive East and Elm Green Lane - City of Markham

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations, as amended, in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Transportation Services:

1. Traffic signals be installed at the future intersection of Major Mackenzie Drive East and Elm Green Lane in the City of Markham, subject to all capital costs and ten year operating costs being borne by the developer.
2. The Regional Clerk forward this report to the Clerk of the City of Markham.

F.

Environmental Services

F.1

Communications

F.1.1

2021 Water and Wastewater Master Plan Progress Update

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Erin Mahoney, Commissioner of Environmental Services dated May 21, 2021 be received.

F.1.2

Credit Valley - Toronto and Region - Central Lake Ontario (CTC) Source Protection Plan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Janet Ivey, Program Manager, CTC Source Protection Region, Chief Specialist, Watershed Plans and Source Water Protection dated May 2, 2021 be received.

F.1.3

Province Releases Producer Responsibility Regulations for Blue Box Program as well as Hazardous and Special Products

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Erin Mahoney, Commissioner of Environmental Services dated June 9, 2021 be received.

F.1.4

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Letter – Upper York Sewage Solution

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from the Honourable Steve Clark, Minister, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing dated June 2, 2021 be received.

F.2

Reports

F.2.1

Revised Provincial Timelines for Corporate Asset Management Plans

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Environmental Services:

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

F.2.2

2020 Corporate Energy Report

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Environmental Services:

1. Council continue advocating with the Province for Ontario’s electricity to be supplied from emission free sources.
2. The Regional Chair send a letter to York Region Members of Provincial Parliament and the Ontario Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines in response to the Independent Electricity System Operator’s December 2020 Annual Planning Outlook requesting that its outstanding Long-Term Energy Plan be updated and give strong preference to zero-emission sources of electricity supply.

F.2.3

2020 Annual Waste Management Report

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Environmental Services:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Clerks of the local municipalities and the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.

F.2.4

West Vaughan Sewage Servicing Construction Support Fee Increases

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Environmental Services:

1. Council authorize the Commissioner of Environmental Services to increase the value of the existing contract with Delcan-Geodata Joint Venture by $12,700,511.70 for additional contract administration and site inspection services for construction of the Humber Sewage Pumping Station and West Vaughan Trunk Sewer Tunnel Phase 1.

G.

Community and Health Services

G.1

Communications

G.1.1

York Region Seniors Strategy Refresh

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Katherine Chislett, Commissioner of Community and Health Services dated May 19, 2021 be received.

G.1.2

'PinkCars' Initiative - COVID-19 Vaccination Support

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Todd Coles, City Clerk, City of Vaughan dated May 31, 2021 be received.

G.1.3

Reopening Small Businesses

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Kiran Saini, Deputy Clerk, Town of Newmarket dated June 1, 2021 be received.

G.1.4

Update on Public Health Emergency Response to COVID-19 Global Pandemic

Committee of the Whole recommends the memorandum from Katherine Chislett, Commissioner of Community and Health Services and Dr. Karim Kurji, Medical Officer of Health dated June 7, 2021 be received.

G.2

Reports

G.2.1

10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan 2019 / 2020 Progress Report and 2021 Action Plan

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 21, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services, the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner:

1. Council receive the Housing Solutions 2019/2020 Progress Report (Attachment 1) for information.
2. Council endorse the short-term action plan for 2021 and proposed direction for 2022 (Attachment 2).
3. The Regional Chair submit a letter to Members of Parliament and Members of Provincial Parliament representing York Region requesting they advocate to the federal and provincial governments to:
   1. Increase York Region’s allocation under the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit to support at least an additional 500 households in the 2022 to 2023 and 2023 to 2024 fiscal years.
   2. Commit ongoing capital funding under the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative to support development of at least 200 new community housing units per year.
4. The Regional Chair submit a letter to Members of Provincial Parliament representing York Region requesting they advocate for the provincial government to:
   1. Provide increased and sustainable funds under the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative to support increased need within the homelessness and housing stability system and sustain supports introduced under the Social Services Relief Fund.
   2. Commit to sustained funding for the Home for Good program beyond the 2021 to 2022 fiscal year.

G.2.2

2019 and 2020 Paramedic Response Time Performance Plan Final Results

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 19, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the local municipalities for information.

G.2.3

Use of Lands at 62 Bayview Parkway in the Town of Newmarket for Affordable Housing

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 31, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community and Health Services and the Commissioner of Corporate Services:

1. Council approve the use of the lands at 62 Bayview Parkway in the Town of Newmarket for a future affordable housing development, subsequent to the planned demolition of the existing building.

G.2.4

Minutes - York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting - May 12, 2021

Committee of the Whole recommends the Minutes of the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting dated May 12, 2021 be received.

H.

Planning and Economic Development

H.1

Communications

H.1.1

City of Markham Resolution – Referred Markham Employment Conversion Requests – 2041 Regional Municipal Comprehensive Review

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Kimberley Kitteringham, City Clerk, City of Markham dated May 28, 2021 be received and that Council:

1. Approve the following site-specific employment area conversion requests, outlined on Attachments 4 and 5 to Proposed Employment Area Mapping and Employment Conversions report dated September 25, 2020, as requested by the City of Markham:
   • M3 – approve;
   • M8 and M11 – not approve;
   • M4 and M7 – defer pending a decision from the City of Markham prior to the adoption of Regional Official Plan (ROP); and,
2. Direct staff to reflect these conversions as part of the draft ROP anticipated to come forward in November 2021.

H.1.2

Communications related to Item H.2.4 - Regional Official Plan Update Policy Directions Report

H.1.2.1

12041 Woodbine Ave – Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from May Luong, Mathany and Higgs Law on behalf of 2621484 Ontario Ltd. dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.2

11650 and 11700 Keele Street – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Sandra Patano, Weston Consulting on behalf of landowners dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.3

Block 28 at 11730, 11770, 11790 and 11800 Keele Street – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Sandra Patano, Weston Consulting on behalf of landowners dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.4

0 and 11535 Cold Creek Road – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Sandra Patano, Weston Consulting on behalf of landowners dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.5

7855 and 7883 Keele Street – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Stephen Albanese, IBI Group on behalf of Davpart Inc. dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.6

Part of Lots 6 to 10, Concession 3 – City of Richmond Hill

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd. on behalf of Fox Den Farms and 2044232 Ontario Limited dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.7

Lands within Block 66E – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Rosemarie Humphries, Humphries Planning Group Inc. on behalf of landowners dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.1.2.8

12001 Albion-Vaughan Road – City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends the communication from Rosemarie Humphries, Humphries Planning Group Inc. on behalf of Bolton Garden Inc. dated June 9, 2021 be received.

H.2

Reports

H.2.1

York Region 2021 Economic Development Update

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, the local municipalities, Toronto Global and ventureLAB.

H.2.2

2020 Agriculture & Agri-Food Strategy Update

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Agriculture and Agri-Food Advisory Committee, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and local municipalities.

H.2.3

Affordable Housing in York Region - 2020 Measuring and Monitoring

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner:

1. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the local municipalities.

H.2.4

Regional Official Plan Update Policy Directions Report

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations, as amended, in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Chief Planner:

1. Council receive the preliminary policy directions summarized in this report and further described in Attachment 1 to support development of draft policies that will be presented to Council as part of the draft Regional Official Plan regarding:
   1. Proposed Mapping
   2. Phasing of Urban Expansion
   3. Housing
2. Council receive the draft Regional Structure Maps illustrated in Attachment 2 for continued consultation as part of the Regional Official Plan Update.
3. The Regional Clerk forward this report and Attachments to the Clerks of the local municipalities, and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
4. That the consultation process continue and that any elements of this report relating to East Gwillimbury’s growth be deferred until completion of the ongoing consultation process to ensure the inclusion of the Town’s remaining Whitebelt lands as Urban Settlement Area through this MCR process, as endorsed by the Town of East Gwillimbury Council.

H.2.5

Minutes - Planning Advisory Committee Meeting - May 19, 2021

Committee of the Whole recommends the Minutes of the Planning Advisory Committee meeting dated May 19, 2021 be received.

H.2.6

Minutes - Housing Affordability Task Force Meeting - May 20, 2021

Committee of the Whole recommends the Minutes of the Housing Affordability Task Force meeting dated May 20, 2021 be received.

H.2.7

Minutes - Agriculture and Agri-Food Advisory Committee Meeting - May 26, 2021

Committee of the Whole recommends the Minutes of the Agriculture and Agri-Food Advisory Committee meeting dated May 26, 2021 be received.

Committee of the Whole recessed at 12:36 p.m. and resumed at 1:15 p.m.

I.

Finance and Administration

I.1

Communications

I.2

Reports

I.2.1

Yonge North Subway Extension - Update

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Chief Administrative Officer:

1. Staff report back to Regional Council in the fall 2021 with recommendations for the Yonge North Subway Extension preliminary design / project scope, financial arrangements, transit-oriented communities process and agreements.

I.2.2

2021 Mid-Year Capital Reprofiling

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council approve the gross capital budget changes and associated changes in funding sources, as well as changes to 2021 Capital Spending Authority and associated funding sources, including an increase of about $1.0 million in Capital Spending Authority debt, as detailed in Attachments 1 and 2.

I.2.3

2022 Development Charges Bylaw - Status Update

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. The Commissioner of Finance be authorized to schedule and give notice for the public meeting(s) required by the Development Charges Act, 1997.
2. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to local municipalities and the Building Industry and Land Development Association – York Chapter (BILD).

I.2.4

Financing Leases as at December 31, 2020

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council receive this report for information.

I.2.5

Hospital Financing Reserve Contribution for 2021

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council receive this report for information.

I.2.6

2021 Fiscal Sustainability Update

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council consider, as part of the 2022 Budget process, the establishment of an incremental and dedicated Rapid Transit Capital Levy, to help fund the non-growth portion of major new transit initiatives, such as the Yonge North Subway Extension and future Bus Rapid Transit expansions.

I.2.7

Contract Awards and Amendments Requiring Council Approval

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council authorize the award of the direct purchases, contract extensions and increases of contracts between the Region and each of the vendors listed in Attachment 1 and Private Attachment 1 for the terms described in the attachments.
2. Council authorize Commissioners and Department Heads, or their designates, to execute the contracts approved in this report, including all applicable renewals.

I.2.8

2020 Disposal of Surplus Assets

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council receive this report for information.

I.2.9

Extension of Large Office and Affordable Rental Development Charges Deferrals Due to the Pandemic

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council approve the technical amendments to the “Office Buildings a Minimum of 75,000 square feet and on the Regional Centres and Corridors or specific Local Centres – Pilot Program”, shown as Attachment 1, which includes an extension of this pilot program from October 2022 to October 2024.
2. Council approve the technical amendments to the “Affordable, Purpose-Built Rental Buildings” deferral program, shown as Attachment 2, which includes an extension of the availability of the 3-year, 1,500-unit allowance from October 2022 to October 2024.
3. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to local municipalities and the Building Industry and Land Development Association – York Chapter (BILD).

I.2.10

Banking Services Agreement

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 27, 2021 from the Commissioner of Finance:

1. Council authorize the renewal of the banking services agreement with the Toronto Dominion Bank (“TD Bank”) under the following terms:
   1. For the same services and fees in the current agreement
   2. For a five-year term, expiring on June 30, 2026
2. The Commissioner of Finance be authorized to negotiate the interest rates paid on any deposits held by the TD Bank.

I.2.11

Court Services Annual Report 2020

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Regional Solicitor:

1. Council adopt the Resolution in Attachment 2 advocating for immediate regulatory and legislative amendments to provide municipal Provincial Offences Courts with the flexibility to respond to the critical pressures described in this report.
2. The Regional Clerk circulate the Resolution in Attachment 2 to other municipalities that administer Provincial Offences Courts, the Ministry of the Attorney General, Ministry of Transportation and Association of Municipalities of Ontario for support.
3. The Regional Clerk circulate this report to the Clerks of the local municipalities.

I.2.12

Compensation for Expropriation - Yonge Street - Davis Drive to Green Lane - Town of East Gwillimbury and Town of Newmarket

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendation in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services:

1. Council approve the Commissioner of Corporate Services to make offers of compensation to the owners of lands in the Town of Newmarket and the Town of East Gwillimbury, as set out in Attachment 1, which were acquired in accordance with the Expropriations Act (the “Act”).

I.2.13

Expropriation Settlement - Toronto York Spadina Subway Extension - 55 and 290 Interchange Way and 7540 Jane Street - City of Vaughan

Committee of the Whole recommends adoption of the following recommendations in the report dated May 28, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services:

1. Council authorize the settlement of all claims pursuant to the Expropriations Act (the “Act”) related to the property municipally known as 55 and 290 Interchange Way and 7540 Jane Street, as described in Attachment 1, for the construction of the Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension (TYSSE) in the City of Vaughan.
2. The Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to execute the Minutes of Settlement and all necessary documentation to complete the transaction in accordance with the Minutes of Settlement.

J.

Notice of Motion

None

K.

Other Business

K.1

COVID-19 Update

Dr. Karim Kurji, York Region Medical Officer of Health provided an update on the status of COVID-19 and responded to questions from Members of Committee of the Whole.

• Committee of the Whole recommends Council ratify the following resolution at the special Regional Council meeting being held on June 17, 2021:

  WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has vaccinated over 71% of residents age 12+ with their first dose and over 10% with their second dose; and

  WHEREAS over 73% of York Region residents age 12+ have received their first vaccination; and,

  WHEREAS COVID-19 cases in York Region have dropped to under 25.5 per 100,000; and,

  WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is entering Step One of the Reopening Plan on June 11, 2021, ahead of schedule due to strong provincial vaccination numbers, reduced ICU cases and reduced COVID-19 infections; and,

  WHEREAS personal service businesses such as hair salons, nail salons and tattoo shops have implemented strict COVID-19 safety precautions as part of the Province’s previous re-opening plan to ensure the safety of their staff and customers; and,

  WHEREAS personal service businesses have most recently been closed since April 3, 2021 and owners and staff have suffered greatly throughout the pandemic; and,

  WHEREAS the closure of personal service businesses has led to illegal underground activity and confirmed COVID-19 cases linked to these activities;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that York Regional Council request that the Province consider allowing personal services businesses and gyms to a maximum of 10 people or as deemed appropriate to re-open as of 12:01 am on Friday, June 18, 2021 as part of Step One with strict limited capacities; and,

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be brought forward for ratification at the special Regional Council meeting being held on June 17, 2021; and,

  BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that a copy this motion be sent to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Christine Elliot, Minister of Health, Dr. Dave Williams, Chief Medical Officer and all York Region MPPs and municipalities.

K.2

Resolution - Integrated Management Plan for Plastics

Committee of the Whole recommends Council adopt the following resolution:

WHEREAS plastic pollution is recognized by the Government of Canada, as well as governments and scientists around the world, as damaging to the environment; and,

WHEREAS until recently Canada lacked a comprehensive and coordinated approach to addressing the growing problem of plastic pollution; and now priority should shift to implementation of the strategy; and,

WHEREAS the plastic system is expected to double the amount of plastic pollution on the planet by 2030;

WHEREAS some 40 per cent of plastic production generates “single-use” items that are used once and thrown away, which runs counter to the principles of a circular economy; and,

WHEREAS the majority of plastics produced are not currently suitable for reuse or recycling and some 8,000 tons of Canadian plastic waste end up in landfills, incinerators or the natural environment every day; and,

WHEREAS municipalities are in the position of managing the end of life of products that are not adequately managed by the producers that put them on the market; and,

WHEREAS investing in the circular economy creates jobs;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that York Region Council:

1. Endorse the integrated management plan for plastics proposed by the federal government, which includes:
1. Banning Federally six single-use items: checkout bags, stir sticks, six-pack rings, cutlery, certain takeout containers and straws;
2. Establishing a minimum requirement for recycled plastic content in new plastic products;
2. Ask the federal government to implement this important management plan as soon as possible and, in any case, no later than the end of the year;
3. Further urge the government to collaborate with provincial governments to establish a consistent framework for the adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility regulation across the country to ensure producers are responsible for the full lifecycle of the products they put on the market in Canada including establishing national targets and a public reporting registry for plastics producers to track progress towards targets;
4. Further urge the federal government to review the use of biodegradable plastic, which breaks down into polluting microplastics;
5. Further urge the federal government to invest in research to develop a compostable food packaging standard that aligns with current processing technology; and,
6. Finally, urge the federal government to work with provincial and municipal governments as well as businesses to promote and invest in innovative reuse systems to replace single-use plastic products.

K.3

Hate Crime in City of London

Regional Chair Emmerson offered condolences to the family and those impacted by the hate crime that occurred on June 6 in London, Ontario. Regional Chair Emmerson condemned Islamophobia and hatred of any kind and asked Members of Committee to join in a moment of reflection.

K.4

Outdoor Water-Use Bylaw Reminder

Regional Chair Emmerson reminded residents of the importance of following local water-use bylaws in warmer weather and to check local municipal websites for updates and guidance on outdoor water-use.

K.5

Schedule of 2022 Budget Timelines

Regional Chair Emmerson noted that timelines related to 2022 budget deliberations are the following:

Week of November 18, 2021 – Budget Book to be circulated

November 25, 2021 – Budget to be tabled at Regional Council

December 2, 2021 – Committee of the Whole Week 1 Sections

December 9, 2021 – Committee of the Whole Week 2 Sections

December 16, 2021 – Anticipated Budget approval at Regional Council

L.

Private Session

Committee of the Whole resolved into Private Session at 1:49 p.m.

At 1:50 p.m. Committee of the Whole resumed in Public Session and reported the following:

L.1

Transfer of Land to Housing York Inc. at 5676 Main Street in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville - Disposition of Land and Legal Advice

Committee of the Whole forwarded the private report to Council's private session on June 24, 2021.

L.2

62 Bayview Parkway - Solicitor-Client Privilege

Committee of the Whole received the private memorandum dated June 10, 2021 from the Regional Solicitor.

L.3

Disposition of Matters under the Purchasing Bylaw - 2020 Annual Report - Litigation and Solicitor-Client Privilege

Committee of the Whole forwarded the private report to Council's private session on June 24, 2021.

L.4

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.7 - Contract Awards and Amendments Requiring Council Approval - Security of Property

Committee of the Whole received the private attachment.

L.5

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.12 - Compensation for Expropriation - Yonge Street - Davis Drive to Green Lane - Town of East Gwillimbury and Town of Newmarket - Acquisition of Land

Committee of the Whole received the private attachment.

L.6

Private Attachment 1 to Item I.2.13 - Expropriation Settlement - Toronto York Spadina Subway Extension - 55 and 290 Interchange Way and 7540 Jane Street - City of Vaughan - Litigation

Committee of the Whole received the private attachment.

L.7

2021 Insurance Program Renewal - Negotiations

Committee of the Whole forwarded the private report to Council's private session on June 24, 2021.

M.

Adjournment

Committee of the Whole adjourned at 1:56 p.m.