City Council

That the agenda for the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023 be approved as amended to add: 7.4. Delegation from Sylvia Roberts, Brampton resident, re. Item 10.2.1 – Staff Report re. Introduction of Decibel Sound Limits into Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018 ; 7.5. Delegation from Carrie Leigh Percival, Chair, Downtown Brampton BIA, re: Downtown Brampton Construction Mitigation Grant; and, 19.7. Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) of the Municipal Act, 2001: A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board.

1. That the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023 , to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be adopted as published and circulated; and, 2. That the Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of July 13, 2023 , to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be adopted as published and circulated.

1. That the delegation from Don Arthur, Agent for the Owners, re. Item 13.2 – Brampton Heritage Board Recommendation HB048-2023 – July 26, 2023 – Heritage Impact Assessment and Heritage Permit – 85 Victoria Street – Ward 6 , to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be received; and, 2. That Brampton Heritage Board Recommendation HB048-2023 be approved, as amended, to read as follows: HB048-2023 1. That the report from Shelby Swinfield, Heritage Planner, to the Brampton Heritage Board Meeting of July 26, 2023, re: Heritage Impact Assessment and Heritage Permit – 85 Victoria Street – Ward 6 , be received; and 2. That the Heritage Permit Application be approved.

That the delegation from Sylvia Roberts re: Introduction of Decibel Sound Limits into Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018 , to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be received.

That the delegation from Carrie Percival, President, Downtown Brampton BIA, re. Downtown Construction Mitigation Grant , to the Council meeting of August 9, 2023, be

That the staff update re. Government Relations Matters , to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be received.

WHEREAS the City has received development applications to permit the development of the lands municipally known as 199, 203, 205, 207-209, 215, 219-221 Main Street North; 34, 38, 42 and 44 Thomas Street; and 4 Market Street with two high-rise mixed-use buildings, including residential and commercial units (the “Development”); AND WHEREAS it is proposed that the property municipally known as 223 Main Street North be added to the lands subject to development applications; AND WHEREAS the building on the property municipally known as 223 Main Street North is identified on the City of Brampton’s Municipal Register of Cultural Heritage Resources (“Listed” Heritage Properties); AND WHEREAS the Government of Ontario, introduced Bill 109, More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022, and Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 to among other goals, incentivize the timely processing of certain applications to bring housing to the market; AND WHEREAS the City of Brampton has pledged construction of 113,000 new homes by 2031 to meet housing targets set by the Province of Ontario; AND WHEREAS staff is undertaking an exercise to review and update the listed (non-designated) properties within the City’s register of cultural heritage resources pursuant to section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act; AND WHEREAS, the City of Brampton is required to consult with the Heritage Board before removing non-designated properties from the register pursuant to subsection 27 (3) and (4) of the Ontario Heritage Act.

1. That the report from P. Fay, City Clerk, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re. Introduction of Decibel Sound Limits into Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018 , be received; 2. That an amendment to Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018, as amended, to introduce decibel sound limits for enforcement purposes, as substantially set out in Appendix 1 to this report, be adopted.

That the report from Paul Morrison, Commissioner, Legislative Services, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Administrative Penalty (AP) System Processing Centre Update , be

That the report from Mitsa Montaser, Manager, Building Design and Construction, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: C156-2023 – Budget Amendment and Request to Begin Procurement – Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre – Ward 7, be received; 2. That a budget amendment be approved to establish a new capital project in the amount of $1,950,000 for detail design services and other soft costs for the Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre, with funding of $1,950,000 transferred from Reserve #30-Energy Efficiencies to this capital project; 3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a consultant for the detail design of the Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre; and 4. That staff proceed with the detailed design as soon as possible to be followed by the construction phase, subject to Council approval of the construction budget. If the grant application is unsuccessful, the construction phase would be

1. That the Minutes of the Regular Planning and Development Committee Meeting of July 31, 2023, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, be received; and, 2. That Recommendation PDC098-2023, as it relates to BHB Recommendation HB042-2023, be amended to strike out and replace HB042-2023 as follows: HB042-2023 WHEREAS 164-166 Main Street North are designated heritage properties under Designation By-laws 198-2017 and 199-2017, and are therefore on Brampton’s Municipal Register of Cultural Heritage Resources which serves to protect the heritage and character of Brampton; AND WHEREAS Downtown Brampton is the focus of significant infrastructure and private sector investment to support growth and intensification consistent with the 2040 Vision; AND WHEREAS due to significant long-term neglect, the subject buildings are derelict and in significant disrepair, and have become unsafe; AND WHEREAS the subject property is located on the City’s Main Street and gateway into the Downtown that is designated in the draft Brampton Plan as a Secondary Urban Boulevard that is approximately 200 metres from the Metrolinx GO-Line and future Transit Hub including the future Hurontario Light Rail Transit line; and AND WHEREAS the existence of these properties in their current state has been raised as a concern by area residents, in that they detract from the character and attractiveness of the Downtown and deter reinvestment and revitalization potential; AND WHEREAS Downtown Brampton is identified as

1. That the report from Ed Fagan, Director, Parks Maintenance & Forestry Division, Community Services, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Asset Naming – Recommended Location for Sagarmatha Park - Ward 3 (RM 4/2023) , be received; 2. That either the park currently named Sparrow Park or the park currently named Havelock Park be named Sagarmatha Park, following staff consultation with the community; and 3. That, upon successful completion of the public commenting period, staff be directed to erect appropriate park signage and undertake notifications for addressing, mapping, operations and emergency services regarding the new park name.

WHEREAS, access to capital is critical for the growth and success of the Brampton Innovation District Start-ups; WHEREAS, these start-ups seek funding opportunities beyond the boundaries of our city; WHEREAS, Brampton Angels is a not-for-profit, members-only organization comprised of accredited investors, aiming to discover investment opportunities in promising early-stage technology companies; WHEREAS, the members of Brampton Angels offer not only financial support, but also provide dynamic early-stage companies with valuable mentorship and access to risk capital networks, fostering an environment of learning, networking, and growth; WHEREAS, Brampton Angels was initiated in March 2023, with administrative support provided by Altitude Accelerator, a key component of our Brampton Innovation District; WHEREAS, some funding for the operations of Brampton Angels is being provided to the Altitude Accelerator for some programming support, through NACO’s program from FedDev, there is a requirement for a Group Manager to oversee the operations and contribute to the success of the Group. WHEREAS, the Brampton Angels require leadership from the City to assist with the development of the group and the City’s support. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council shall allocate a full time resource to the Economic Development Office to hire a Group Manager for a one year contract period to assist with the development of the Angel group. This position would be at the Coordinator

the City of Brampton has over 600 registered Driving School Instructors Whereas the Driving Instruction industry forms a critical part of the City of Brampton’s economy. Whereas instruction on city property is currently prohibited. Whereas many Driving Instructors in Brampton have expressed concern over the lack of sufficient resources within the City to successfully carry out their roles Whereas the parking lots of recreation centres are not utilized fully during the daytime hours and could provide a useful area for instructors to teach parking techniques to student drivers Whereas many Driving Instructors have mentioned experiencing police and enforcement intervention when providing instruction on City property Whereas driving instructors currently obtain their licences via the Enforcement and By-law Services office and there may be an opportunity to permit instruction on City of Brampton properties Whereas we as the City of Brampton should be supporting the Driving Instruction industry Therefore be it resolved that the City of Brampton’s Licensing, Legal, Risk, Enforcement and Recreation departments be directed to work together to bring forth a report to Council to initiate “Driving Instruction Zones” on City Property. Further be it resolved that the results of this report be brought forth to a future City Council meeting to see if a Pilot Project could be implemented throughout the City of Brampton in support of the industry.

That By-laws 122-2023 to 136-2023, before Council at its Regular Meeting of August 9, 2023, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, and signed by the Mayor and City Clerk, and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto.

That Council proceed into Closed Session to discuss matters pertaining to the following: 19.3. Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - an identifiable individual. 19.5. Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c), (f) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001: A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

That the following by-law before Council at its Regular Meeting of August 9, 2023, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, and signed by the Mayor and the City Clerk, and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto: By-law 137-2023 – To confirm the proceedings of Council at its Regular Meeting held on August 9, 2023.

That Council do now adjourn to meet again for a Regular Meeting of Council on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. or at the call of the Mayor.

That Council hereby approves the following items and that the various Officials of the Corporation are hereby authorized and directed to take such action as may be necessary to give effect of the recommendations as contained therein: 10.4.3. 1. That the report from Luciano Totino, Manager of Development Construction, Environment and Development Engineering Division, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Subdivision Release and Assumption – Registered Plan 43M-1841 – Medallion Developments (Springbrook) Limited – North of Queen Street and East of Mississauga Road – Ward 5 (Planning References: C04W06.006 and21T-05014B), be received; 2. That all works constructed and installed in accordance with the subdivision agreement for Registered Plan 43M-1841 (the “Subdivision”) be accepted and assumed; 3. That the Treasurer be authorized to release the securities held by the City; 4. That By-law 125-2023 be passed to assume the following streets as shown on the Registered Plans 43M-1841 as part of the public highway system; Annual Circle, Agincourt Circle, Airlie Court, Adamsville Road, Accolade Court, Astrantia Way, Beacon Hill Drive, and Haywood Drive Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 10.6.1. 1. That the report from Jia He, Project Engineer, Capital Works, Public Works and Engineering, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Request to Begin Procurement for Engineering Services for Widening of Countryside Drive from The Gore Road to Regional Road

WHEREAS the City has received development applications to permit the development of the lands municipally known as 199, 203, 205, 207-209, 215, 219-221 Main Street North; 34, 38, 42 and 44 Thomas Street; and 4 Market Street with two high-rise mixed-use buildings, including residential and commercial units (the “Development”); AND WHEREAS it is proposed that the property municipally known as 223 Main Street North be added to the lands subject to development applications; AND WHEREAS the building on the property municipally known as 223 Main Street North is identified on the City of Brampton’s Municipal Register of Cultural Heritage Resources (“Listed” Heritage Properties); AND WHEREAS the Government of Ontario, introduced Bill 109, More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022, and Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 to among other goals, incentivize the timely processing of certain applications to bring housing to the market; Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 AND WHEREAS the City of Brampton has pledged construction of 113,000 new homes by 2031 to meet housing targets set by the Province of Ontario; AND WHEREAS staff is undertaking an exercise to review and update the listed (non-designated) properties within the City’s register of cultural heritage resources pursuant to section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act; AND WHEREAS, the City of Brampton is required to consult with the Heritage Board before removing non-designated properties from the register pursuant

1. That the report from P. Fay, City Clerk, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re. Introduction of Decibel Sound Limits into Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018, be received; Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 2. That an amendment to Public Nuisance By-law 136-2018, as amended, to introduce decibel sound limits for enforcement purposes, as substantially set out in Appendix 1 to this report, be adopted.

1. That the report from Ross Campbell, Supervisor, Zoning and Sign By-law Services, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Site Specific Amendment to Sign By-Law 399-2002 – RioCan REIT – 499 Main Street South – Ward 3, be received; and, 2. That By-law 123-2023 be passed to amend Sign By-law 399-2002, as amended, to permit the proposed site-specific amendment.

1. That the report from Ross Campbell, Supervisor, Zoning and Sign By-law Services, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: Site Specific Amendment to Sign By-Law 399-2002 – ADMNS Brampton Investment Corp. – 11, 15 and 17 Bramalea Road – Ward 7, be received; and, 2. That By-law 124-2023 be passed to amend Sign By-law 399-2002, as amended, to permit the proposed site-specific amendment.

1. That the report from Mitsa Montaser, Manager, Building Design and Construction, to the Council Meeting of August 9, 2023, re: C156-2023 – Budget Amendment and Request to Begin Procurement – Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre – Ward 7, be received; Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 2. That a budget amendment be approved to establish a new capital project in the amount of $1,950,000 for detail design services and other soft costs for the Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre, with funding of $1,950,000 transferred from Reserve #30-Energy Efficiencies to this capital project; 3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a consultant for the detail design of the Energy Retrofit of Earnscliffe Recreation Centre; and 4. That staff proceed with the detailed design as soon as possible to be followed by the construction phase, subject to Council approval of the construction budget. If the grant application is unsuccessful, the construction phase would be

Whereas the City of Brampton has over 600 registered Driving School Instructors Whereas the Driving Instruction industry forms a critical part of the City of Brampton’s economy. Whereas instruction on city property is currently prohibited. Whereas many Driving Instructors in Brampton have expressed concern over the lack of sufficient resources within the City to successfully carry out their roles Whereas the parking lots of recreation centres are not utilized fully during the daytime hours and could provide a useful area for instructors to teach parking techniques to student drivers Whereas many Driving Instructors have mentioned experiencing police and enforcement intervention when providing instruction on City property Whereas driving instructors currently obtain their licences via the Enforcement and By-law Services office and there may be an opportunity to permit instruction on City of Brampton properties Whereas we as the City of Brampton should be supporting the Driving Instruction industry Therefore be it resolved that the City of Brampton’s Licensing, Legal, Risk, Enforcement and Recreation departments be directed to work together to bring forth a report to Council to initiate “Driving Instruction Zones” on City Property. Further be it resolved that the results of this report be brought forth to a future City Council meeting to see if a Pilot Project could be implemented throughout the City of Brampton in support of the industry.

That Council proceed into Closed Session to discuss matters pertaining to the following: 19.3. Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001: Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - an identifiable individual. 19.5. Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c), (f) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001: A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

1. That Council approve a budget amendment for $578,938 of additional operational funds to supplement the existing project budget, as considered by Council during closed session, to be funded from the General Rate Stabilization Reserve as required, or alternate accounts as may be deemed appropriate by the Treasurer; and 2. That a budget amendment be approved and a new capital project be established in the amount of $2,500,000 to commence competitive procurement, Minutes – City Council – Regular Meeting – August 9, 2023 for products/services, as considered by Council in closed session, with funding to be transferred from Reserve #4 – Asset Replacement.