Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (33 motions)
31 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the agenda for the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022 be approved as amended: To withdraw item 8.2; and, To vary the order to bring forward Item 4.6 to the position of first delegation.
Moved by City Councillor Bowman, seconded by Regional Councillor Palleschi
Carried
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: 5.19. 1. That the report titled: Administrative Authority for Staff to Enter into Agreements Related to Section 26.1 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to the Special Council meeting on September 12, 2022, be received; and 2. That Council authorize the Commissioner of Corporate Support Services, in consultation with the Chief Building Official, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, to execute any early or late payment agreements related to the deferrals authorized by Section 26.1 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, based on the general terms and conditions in Appendix 1; and, 3. That By-law 195-2022 be enacted for the amendment to the Administrative Authority By-law attached hereto as Appendix 2. Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 5.29. 1. That the report titled: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption – Medallion Developments (Springbrook) Limited – Plan 43M-1841– North of Queen Street, East of Mississauga Road – Ward 5 (Planning References – C04W06.006 and 21T-05014B), to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022 be received; 2. That the City initiate the Subdivision Assumption of Medallion Developments (Springbrook) Limited, Plan 43M-1841 and, 3. That a report be forwarded to City Council recommendi
Moved by City Councillor Whillans, seconded by Regional Councillor Vicente
Carried
1. That the delegation from Sean Gormley, Superintendent, 22 Division – Divisional Commander, Peel Regional Police, re. Item 5.1 – Discussion Item at the Request of Mayor Brown re. Sheridan College International Students Plaza Issue, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be received; and, 2. That staff be directed to work with the Peel Regional Police on investigation of potential additional means of deterrence, including by-laws with regard thereto.
Moved by Regional Councillor Medeiros, seconded by Regional Councillor Palleschi
Carried
That the delegation and presentation from Asima Vezina, President & Vice- Chancellor, Algoma University re. Item 5.11 – Discussion Item at the Request of Mayor Brown re. Progress Update on Future Expansion of Algoma University in Brampton, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be
Moved by Regional Councillor Vicente, seconded by Regional Councillor Santos
Referred
Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 That the delegation and correspondence from Mauro Cugini, Brampton Minor Ball Hockey League, re. Request to Waive Overdue Account Balance of $5,632.00, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be received; and That the outstanding fee be waived.
Moved by Regional Councillor Vicente, seconded by City Councillor Bowman
Carried
That City staff report back to Budget Committee on the costs of making recreation free for all residents over 65, 70 and 75, to recognize the benefits of health and active lifestyles for our seniors; and, That the following delegations from the Association of Brampton Seniors Club re. Item 5.4 – Discussion Item at the Request of Mayor Brown re. Seniors Recreation, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be received: 1. Jangir Sehmby 2. Pritam Singh Sran 3. Mohinder Singh Mohi
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillors Fortini and Santos
Carried
That the City of Brampton request the Chief of Police, Peel Regional Police, and the Police Services Board to triple the allocation of officers for auto thefts, given the spike in organized auto thefts; and That this motion also be provided to the Peel Regional Police Association.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Vicente
Carried
1. That the report titled “Sister City Proposal from the City of Ahmedabad, India” (CAO's Office-2022-892), to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be received; and, 2. That Economic Development Staff engage with Ahmedabad to identify areas of mutual interest with economic and social benefit, and pursue projects and initiatives. This could include an exchange with the Innovation District, Start-Up Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 Exchanges via BHive, the Brampton Library (with consultation with the Library Board), and investment attraction.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Dhillon
Carried
Whereas the City of Brampton recognizes and honours Terry Fox as a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist; Whereas the City of Brampton has recognized the contributions of Terry Fox through its existing Terry Fox Stadium walking track and community events flag raising program; Therefore be it resolved that staff explore and implement additional and appropriate ways in which Terry Fox could be memorialized in the city, with a monument.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Medeiros
Carried
That staff report on potential costs of adding splash pads to Lillie Roberts Park, County Court Park, Treeline Park, and any other locations identified by Councillors, to Budget Committee in 2023.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
That Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) devices be considered in an expedited manner for the location of Mount Royal Circle/Maisonneuve Boulevard; and That staff be requested to report on the potential expansion of ASE device program across the city, and the potential inclusion of ASE within the Administrative Monetary Penalties system (AMPS).
Moved by Regional Councillor Dhillon, seconded by City Councillor Singh
Carried
That staff be requested to report back on funding in the 2023 Budget for adding fencing to Michael Murphy Park for the protection of children's safety.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
That staff be requested to report: 1) to Budget Committee on potential cost of an open air gym equipment installation in parks across the city; and 2) to Council when possible on the current status of the park enhancement program funds.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
That staff report back on the cost of a gazebo structure potentially to be installed in Bonnie Braes Park, depending on the costs, and on consultations with the Bonnie Braes Seniors Association and the Brampton Heritage Board with regard to a pathway through the centre of the park.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Medeiros
Carried
Whereas the 2022 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to take place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022; Whereas of the 60 athletes listed as part of Canada men's program, 10 have identified Brampton as their birthplace and/or the place they grew up; Therefore be it resolved that: 1. City staff continue to work with Bell Media to secure public broadcast permission for tournament games to be shown in Garden Square and across City of Brampton recreation facility screens; Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 2. City staff develop a viewing schedule for Garden Square that prioritizes games played by Canada and other countries of demographic significance to the residents of the City of Brampton; and, 3. City staff and operational teams be engaged to support the event planning and execution for viewings in Garden Square that are anticipated to have high attendance.
Moved by Regional Councillor Medeiros, seconded by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
Whereas City Council unanimously passed Resolution C066-2022 / CW097-2022 on March 9, 2022 to name a Brampton park after Boris Nemtsov in honour and recognition of his legacy; Whereas Cookview Drive and Brownbush Way in the area of Sandalwood Parkway and Highway 410 has been determined an appropriate park for renaming; Therefore be it resolved that the Boris Nemtsov renaming unveiling event and ceremony take place in October, in line with the City’s asset naming policy and family’s visit to Brampton.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Palleschi
Carried
That staff be requested to report to Budget Committee on potential costs of gazebos in Worthington Park and Van Scott Parkette.
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by City Councillor Whillans
Carried
Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 Whereas this neighbourhood is being used as a detour to downtown construction and speeding has become a major issue; That staff install temporary speed cushions immediately at the appropriate location in the Gage Park neighborhood in the vicinity of Elizabeth Street, Mill Street and Frederick Street, and Elwin Drive and Elbern Markel Drive, at a cost not to exceed $50,000; and, That this temporary measure be used to alleviate dangers to community safety and children in the neighborhood caused by the downtown construction and motorists detouring.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Medeiros
Carried
That a "Children Playing" road sign be installed at Elwin Drive and Lafleur Park.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillors Vicente and Santos
Carried
That staff report back on a Designated Dog Area at Andrew McCandless Park, to include community input.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillors Santos and Vicente
Carried
That the following proposed motion and reports be
Moved by Regional Councillor Vicente, seconded by Mayor Patrick Brown
Referred
Whereas the City of Brampton’s Winter Lights Festival and Tree Lighting kick off November 18, 2022 and will welcome thousands of residents and visitors to downtown Brampton; Whereas the Miracle on Main initiative has raised millions through donations and sponsorships for families in need, local charities and school boards; Whereas the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation (TJSF) presented Brampton’s inaugural Miracle on Main event in December 2019, which supported the significant collection of toys for those in need in the community; Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 Therefore be it resolved that the City partner with the 2022 Miracle on Main event as part of this year’s Winter Lights Festival weekend programming, with a total of up to $50,000 to be drawn down from Reserve #16.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillors Medeiros and Dhillon
Carried
That staff report back to Council on designation of one park in the east end of Brampton as a dog park.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown, seconded by Regional Councillor Dhillon
Carried
Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 That staff report back to Budget Committee on: 1. Adding the following amenities for parks in the east end of Brampton: Grey Whale Park Shade Shelter Snowcap Park Shade Shelter; and 2. Replacement timeline and costs for the playground equipment at Grey Whale Park.
Moved by Regional Councillor Dhillon, seconded by City Councillor Singh
Carried
That speed cushions be expedited on the following roadways: Gardenbrooke Trail, Maisonneuve Boulevard, Rae Avenue, Jacksonville Drive, Leparc Road, Apple Valley Way; and where appropriate temporary speed cushions be installed at a cost of less than $50,000.
Moved by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
That staff report back on the costs and feasibility of installing traffic lights, and initiate a transportation study, for the following locations: Hindu Temple Mandir (Countryside Drive/Frobisher Drive) Traffic light Countryside Drive/Yellow Avens Boulevard
Moved by Regional Councillor Dhillon, seconded by City Councillor Singh
Carried
That the following by-law before Council at its Special Meeting of September 12, 2022, 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 203-2022 – To confirm the proceedings of Council at its Special Meeting held on September 12, 2022 to this point in the meeting
Moved by City Councillor Whillans, seconded by City Councillor Singh
Carried
Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 1. That the Summary of Recommendations from the Planning and Development Committee Meeting of September 12, 2022, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022, be received; and, 2. That Recommendations PDC172-2022 to PDC182-2022 be approved as outlined in the subject minutes.
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by Regional Councillor Fortini
Carried
1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Electric Vehicle Charging Stations – Phase 1 – 120 Sandalwood Parkway West, Brampton – Ward 2, to the Special Council Meeting of September 12, 2022 be received; and, Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to begin procurement to retain a Design Builder to provide Design and Construction services for the Electric Vehicle Charging stations at 120 Sandalwood Parkway West.
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by Regional Councillor Fortini
Carried
That By-laws 194-2022 to 202-2022, before Council at its Special Meeting of September 12, 2022, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, and signed by the Mayor and City Clerk, and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto.
Moved by Regional Councillor Santos, seconded by City Councillor Singh
Carried
That the Commissioner of Planning, Building and Growth Management be authorized to execute any agreements or other documents necessary to carry out Council’s direction resulting from Council’s closed session consideration of this matter, in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor or designate and approved as to content by the Director, City Planning & Design.
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by Regional Councillor Medeiros
Carried
That the following by-law before Council at its Special Meeting of September 12, 2022, 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: Minutes – City Council – Special Meeting – September 12, 2022 By-law 204-2022 – To confirm the proceedings of Council at its Special Meeting held on September 12, 2022
Moved by City Councillor Bowman, seconded by City Councillor Whillans
Carried
That Council do now adjourn to meet again for a Regular Meeting of Council on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. or at the call of the Mayor.
Moved by Regional Councillor Fortini, seconded by City Councillor Bowman