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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-06-03 PD MinutesClaringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 If this information is required in an alternate accessible format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Minutes of a meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Present Were: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor R. Hooper, Councillor J. Jones (left the meeting at 9:15 PM), Councillor J. Neal, Councillor C. Traill, and Councillor M. Zwart Staff Present: A. Allison, F. Langmaid, T. Pinn, K. Richardson, C. Salazar, M. Seaman, J. Gallagher, and S. Gray 1 CaII to Order Councillor Neal called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2 New Business — Introduction There were no new business items added to the Agenda. 3 Adopt the Agenda Suspend the Rules Resolution #PD-080-19 Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Mayor Foster That the Rules of Procedure be suspended; and That Aidan Grove -White, Strategy Corp. be added as a delegation regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment. Carried Resolution #PD-081-19 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Jones That the Agenda for the Planning and Development Committee meeting of June 3, 2019 be adopted as presented with the addition of the delegation of Aidan Grove -White as Item 8.3. Carried Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 4 Declarations of Interest There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting. 5 Announcements Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest. 6 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting Resolution #PD-082-19 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Jones That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning and Development Committee, held on May 13, 2019, be approved. Carried 7 Public Meetings There were no Public Meetings. 8 Delegations 8.1 Marilyn Morawetz, Regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment Marilyn Morawetz, was present regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment. Ms. Morawetz explained that the Jury Lands Foundation's has worked closely with staff and the developers in hopes of establishing a destination space that will attract tenants, commerce and tourists in a community park setting that will enhance Clarington for its residents and guests. She stated that the Jury Lands Foundation was formed as a result of a Task Force set up by Council in late 2013. Ms. Morwetz explained that the Board has continued to work on behalf of the community as a not -for -profit corporation, established in 2014, with by-laws setting out its governance and membership requirements. She stated that the Foundation and its partners continue to work to educate and promote the significance of the site and the buildings as well as advocate for the rejuvenation of the site by providing presentations and tours. Ms. Morawetz advised the Committee that the Foundation received funding and contributions for a trail on the site. She added that the Foundation has continued to work with the Municipality of Clarington resulting in a trail licence agreement, a building conditions survey, negotiations that resulted in the 2016 legal agreement and implementation of Special -2- Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 Policy F in the Official Plan which resulted in the community vision being presented. Ms. Morawetz noted that the Foundation supports the community vision and would like to see progress from the developer on implementation of the residential development. She advised the Committee that the Foundation also supports the concepts outlined in the urban design master plan and design guidelines. Ms. Morawetz would like redevelopment of one or two buildings to begin. She explained that they have been halted by the lack of Jury Land ownership and have applied twice for charitable status and have been denied as a result. Ms. Morawetz noted that they need charitable status to carry out necessary fundraising to facilitate the revitalization of the buildings. She stated there is a need for the developer and the Municipality of Clarington to commit to a plan that would move everyone forward. Ms. Morawetz asked the Committee to support the Community Vision and support the project. She thanked the Committee and answered questions. 8.2 14 , Regarding Report PSD-028-19, Renaming of King Personal STreerin Haydon an King Street in Bowmanville information redacted S.14(1) , was present regarding Report PSD-028-19, Renaming of King per the Street in Haydon and King Street in Bowmanville. S.14(1) stated that, as a Redaction retired Durham Region police officer, he has first-hand knowledge of the public safety of Personal concerns with having duplicate or similar sounding street names. He explained that he Information was concerned with the duplicate street names in Haydon and Bowmanville. S. Policy - for further Jstated that, in spring 2018, his postal code changed and it wasltit that details time he requested that his street name also change, to reduce frustrations in the future contact the and improve safety. He explained that a study was done in the 1990's to review the Municipal street names in order to eliminate the duplicate street names, and it was decided not to Clerk change the name because the municipal addresses in Haydon were in the 8000's, where the Bowmanville addresses along King Street were in the 1000's. stated that many people use cellular devices as their main phone line, which are not always registered to their home and makes it more difficult to recognize the person's location. He advised the Committee that Durham Regional Police conducted a search for the word `king" in Durham street names and 47 streets came up. S explained that the name change would be much safer and could save lives. He noted that he delivered a letter to each house on King Street in Haydon which would be affected by the name change and, of 22 homes, only two were against the change. S. concluded by stating that leaving two King Street's in Clarington is 14 dangerous. Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 8.3 Aidan Grove -White, Manager, Strategy Corp., Regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment Aidan Grove -White, Manager, Strategy Corp., was present regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment. Mr. Grove -White explained that he is working for the Kaitlin Group. He stated that he reviewed the Report PSD-029-19 and that it is an exciting proposal. Mr. Grove -White noted that he visited the Jury Lands site, and observed that the remaining buildings are not in a good state. He explained that the development should happen in tandem with the improvements of the property and have been in communication with Municipality of Clarington staff regarding massing and site lines. Mr. Grove -White stated that he is concerned that the cost for the project is not known, and that there are only estimates. He mentioned that a project of this size could be approximately $25 to $30 million, which only includes the construction cost and building materials. Mr. Grove - White advised the Committee that they need to get a better fix on how and when the buildings will be rehabilitated, so that they do not become eyesores when the development is complete. He stated that they are willing to work with the Municipality of Clarington to produce a plan or a potential "Plan B". 9 Communications - Receive for Information 9.1 Chris Jones, Director of Planning and Regulation, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, Regarding Comments for Excess Soil Regulatory Proposal and Enhancing MECP Enforcement Tools Resolution #PD-083-19 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That Communication Items 9.1, Chris Jones, Director of Planning and Regulation, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, Regarding Comments for Excess Soil Regulatory Proposal and Enhancing MECP Enforcement Tools, be received for information. Carried 4 Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 9.2 Chris Darling, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, Regarding Comments for Modernizing Conservation Authority Operations Resolution #PD-084-19 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Mayor Foster That Communication Items 9.2, Chris Darling, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, Regarding Comments for Modernizing Conservation Authority Operations, be received for information. Carried 10 Communications — Direction 10.1 Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Town of Aurora, Regarding Response to Bill 108, The More Homes, More Choice Act Resolution #PD-085-19 Moved by Councillor Zwart, seconded by Mayor Foster That Communication Item 10.1 from Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Town of Aurora, Regarding Response to Bill 108, The More Homes, More Choice Act, be referred to staff. Motion Withdrawn Resolution #PD-086-19 Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the following resolution of the Town of Aurora, regarding Response to Bill 108, The More Homes, More Choice Act, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington: Whereas the legislation that abolished the OMB and replaced it with LPAT received unanimous — all party support; and Whereas All parties recognized that local governments should have the authority to uphold their provincially approved Official Plans; to uphold their community driven planning; and Whereas Bill 108 will once again allow an unelected, unaccountable body make decisions on how our communities evolve and grow; and Whereas On August 21, 2018 Minister Clark once again signed the MOU with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and entered into "...a legally binding agreement recognizing Ontario Municipalities as a mature, accountable order of government."; and -5 Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 Whereas This MOU is "enshrined in law as part of the Municipal Act". And recognizes that as "...public policy issues are complex and thus require coordinated responses...the Province endorses the principle of regular consultation between Ontario and municipalities in relation to matters of mutual interest"; and Whereas By signing this agreement, the Province made "...a commitment to cooperating with its municipal governments in considering new legislation or regulations that will have a municipal impact"; and Whereas Bill 108 will impact 15 different Acts - Cannabis Control Act, 2017, Conservation Authorities Act, Development Charges Act, Education Act, Endangered Species Act, 2007, Environmental Assessment Act, Environmental Protection Act, Labour Relations Act, 1995, Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Act, 2017, Municipal Act, 2001, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Heritage Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Planning Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. Now Therefore Be it Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora oppose Bill 108 which in its current state will have negative consequences on community building and proper planning; and Be it further resolved that the Town of Aurora call upon the Government of Ontario to halt the legislative advancement of Bill 108 to enable fulsome consultation with Municipalities to ensure that its objectives for sound decision making for housing growth that meets local needs will be reasonably achieved; and Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier, the Honourable Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Honourable Andrea Horwath, Leader of the New Democratic Party, and all MPPs in the Province of Ontario; and Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and all Ontario municipalities for their consideration. Carried -6 Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 10.2 Jackie Harman, G360 Institute for Groundwater Research, University of Guelph, Regarding Drilling 100 Metre and 50 Metre Boreholes and Installing G360 Groundwater Monitoring Systems at Municpality of Clarington Hydro One Site Resolution #PD-087-19 Moved by Councillor Jones, seconded by Councillor Traill That Communication Item 10.2 from Jackie Harman, G360 Institute for Groundwater Research, University of Guelph, Regarding Drilling 100 Metre and 50 Metre Boreholes and Installing G360 Groundwater Monitoring Systems at Municipality of Clarington Hydro One Site, be received for information. Carried 10.3 Clint Cole, Chair, Enniskillen Environmental Association, Regarding Groundwater Protection Issues Surrounding the Clarington Transformer Station Resolution #PD-088-19 Moved by Councillor Jones, seconded by Councillor Anderson That Council receive the communication from Clint Cole Chair of the Enniskillen Environmental Association regarding Groundwater Protection Issues surrounding the Clarington Transformer Station; That the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks re-establish a Community Liaison Committee to share new information and provide transparent, public reporting by Hydro One to the community; That Hydro One to do the following: a) Extend the existing groundwater monitoring program for private wells beyond 2021; b) Participate in and facilitate the re-established Community Liaison Committee; c) Provide replacement wells for residents that have experienced supply and contamination issues; d) Provide additional arm's length professional oversight of the monitoring by Hydro One's consultant That Staff to confirm with CLOCA the arrangements for the monitor at well MW5-14 and to clarify the monitoring by the Oak Ridges Moraine Groundwater Program and G360 drilling of the air rotary well and access to the site. Carried as Amended -7- Claringlon Resolution #PD-089-19 Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 Moved by Councillor Jones, seconded by Councillor Anderson That the foregoing Resolution #PD-088-19 be amended as follows: • In Paragraph 2, insert the words "be requested to" after the words "Conservation and Parks"; • In Paragraph 3: o insert the words "be requested" after the first instance of "Hydro One"; o insert "; and" at the end of Paragraph 3c; o insert the words "private well" after the words "professional oversight of the" in Paragraph 3d; o insert the words "which is being done" after the word "monitoring" in Paragraph 3d; and • In Paragraph 4, insert the words "are to" after the word "Staff". Carried The foregoing Resolution #PD-088-19 was then put to a vote and carried as amended. 11 Presentation(s) 11.1 John Presta, Director, Environmental Services, Regarding the Region of Durham, Regional Municipality of Durham Sanitary Sewerage and Water Supply Systems John Presta, Director, Environmental Services, was present regarding the Region of Durham, Regional Municipality of Durham Sanitary Sewerage and Water Supply Systems. Mr. Presta made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. He provided a summary of the sanitary sewage and water supply assets in the Region. Mr. Presta displayed a map of the Municipality of Clarington highlighting the four service areas. He advised the Committee of the Regional sanitary sewage assets in Clarington and that the total asset value is $ 628.6 million. Mr. Presta highlighted the Regional water supply assets in Clarington and stated that the total asset value is $534.2 million. He outlined the water pressure service areas in Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Orono. Mr. Presta advised the Committee of the current capital projects in Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Orono. He provided the total estimate project costs for the various projects in the Municipality of Clarington. Mr. Presta advised the Committee of the Newcastle Water Supply Plant Expansion Project including the stages of the project and the process for the treatment of water. He displayed renderings of the proposed Newcastle water supply plant. Mr. Presta thanked the Committee and answered questions. - 8 Claringlon Resolution #PD-090-19 Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 Moved by Councillor Hooper, seconded by Councillor Zwart That the presentation from John Presta, Director, Environmental Services, regarding The Region of Durham, Regional Municipality of Durham Sanitary Sewerage and Water Supply Systems, be received with thanks. Carried 11.2 Faye Langmaid, Manager of Special Projects, Regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment Faye Langmaid, Manager of Special Projects, was present regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment. Ms. Langmaid made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. She provided a brief history of the Jury Lands and displayed pictures of what the site used to look like. Ms. Langmaid stated that once the Municipality assumes ownership of Camp 30, it will work with the Jury Lands Foundation, on a long-term plan to preserve the property. She explained that the plan would include seeking funding opportunities from other levels of government, to cover the cost associated with restoring and preserving the historic buildings. 11.3 Megan Torza, Partner, DTAH, Regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment Megan Torza, Partner, DTAH, was present regarding Report PSD-029-19, Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Amendment. Ms. Torza made a verbal presentation to accompany an electronic presentation. Ms. Torza provided the Committee with the Community Vision for the Jury Lands. She highlighted the character defining elements of the site, complex of six buildings laid out in a campus style beside an oval shaped ring road connected by paved pathways. Ms. Torza provided the Committee with an update on the current land and building conditions. She stated that they are proposing street and block pattern which connect to future development. Ms. Torza noted the proposed pattern of streets including a continuation to the east ensures good access to the site and highlighted the street hierarchy on the site. She displayed a photo of the proposed open space network including public park lands, storm water management features, flooding areas and natural heritage features. Ms. Torza explained that a key design feature is to create a walkable neighbourhood connected to the Soper Creek Trail system. She displayed a photo highlighting the six buildings to be retained on the site and advised the Committee of their potential future use. Ms. Torza provided a highlight of the potential uses for the Jury Lands Park, including an active -9- Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 landscape, a lawn, children's garden, water garden, food garden, event terrace or a look out. She concluded by outlining the phasing and implementation priorities. 12 Planning Services Department Reports 12.1 PSD-027-19 Summary of Proposed Amendments to The Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 2019; Bill 108, The More Homes, More Choice Act, and other related Legislation Resolution #PD-091-19 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Anderson That Report PSD-027-19 be received; That Council reaffirms Resolution #C-061-19 passed on February 25, 2019, in respect to Provincially Significant Employment Zones and the Major Transit Station Areas; That the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-027-19 and Council's decision; That the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department be forwarded a copy of Report PSD-027-19 and Council's decision; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-027-19 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.2 PSD-028-19 Renaming of King Street in Haydon and King Street in Bowmanville Resolution #PD-092-19 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Hooper That Report PSD-028-19 be received; That Staff be authorized to hold two Public Information Sessions, one in Haydon and one in Bowmanville; That all landowners fronting onto the affected streets be provided notice through direct mail circulation; That Staff be authorized to take appropriate actions under Section 48 of the Municipal Act to hold a Public Meeting regarding the proposed street name changes that emerge as the preferred option through the Public Information Sessions; - 10 - Claringlon Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 That a copy of Report PSD-028-19 and Council's decision be forwarded to the Durham Regional Police Service and the Durham Regional Planning and Economic Development Department; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-028-19 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 12.3 PSD-029-19 Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 Resolution #PD-093-19 Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Mayor Foster That Staff prepare a Recommendation Report on the Proposed Official Plan Amendment for consideration at the September 30, 2019 Planning and Development Committee meeting; and That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-029-19 and any delegations be advised of Council's decision. Carried 13 New Business — Consideration There were no New Business Item to be considered under this Section of the Agenda. 14 Unfinished Business 14.1 CAO-014-18 Confidential - Potential Acquisition of Lands [Referred from the September 17, 2018 Council Meeting] Closed Session Resolution #PD-094-19 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Anderson That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing the following: • a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; and • a matter that deals with advice that is subject to solicitor -client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Carried - 11 - Clarington Planning and Development Committee Minutes June 3, 2019 Councillor Jones left the meeting. Rise and Report The meeting resumed in open session at 9:15 PM with Councillor Neal in the Chair. Councillor Neal advised that one item was discussed in "closed" session in accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and one resolution was passed to provide direction to staff. Resolution #PD-095-19 Moved by Councillor Traill, seconded by Councillor Hooper That the Municipality continue to work with the Jury Lands Foundation on the terms set out in the existing MOU to preserve the historical significance of the Camp 30 lands and buildings. Carried on the following recorded vote: Council Member Yes No Declaration of Interest Absent Councillor Anderson X Councillor Hooper X Councillor Jones X Councillor Neal X Councillor Traill X Councillor Zwart X Mayor Foster X 15 Confidential Reports There were no Confidential Reports scheduled under this Section of the Agenda. 16 Adjournment Resolution #PD-096-19 Moved by Mayor Foster, seconded by Councillor Traill That the meeting adjourn at 9:18 PM. Carried - 12 - eputy Clerk