Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Minutes for October

October 5, 2015

Members Present: Regional Councillor E. Moore – Wards 1 and 5 (Chair) Regional Councillor G. Gibson – Wards 1 and 5

Regional Councillor M. Palleschi – Wards 2 and 6 Regional Councillor M. Medeiros – Wards 3 and 4 Regional Councillor J. Sprovieri – Wards 9 and 10

City Councillor D. Whillans – Wards 2 and 6 City Councillor J. Bowman – Wards 3 and 4 City Councillor P. Fortini – Wards 7 and 8 City Councillor G. Dhillon – Wards 9 and 10

Members Absent: Regional Councillor G. Miles – Wards 7 and 8 (personal)

Staff Present: Planning and Infrastructure Services Department H. MacDonald, Acting Executive Director, Planning and Building A. Parsons, Manager, Development Services Site Plan Approvals G. Bailey, Development Planner C. Caruso, Development Planner M. Gervais, Policy Planner M. Viveiros, Office Coordinator

Corporate Services Department J. Zingaro, Legal Counsel – Real Estate E. Evans, Deputy City Clerk

S. Pacheco, Legislative Coordinator

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The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., moved into Closed Session at 9:06 p.m., moved back into Open Session at 9:47 p.m. and adjourned at 9:58 p.m. A. Approval of the Agenda

P&IS224-2015 That the agenda for the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, be approved, as printed and circulated.

Carried

The following supplementary information relates to items on the published agenda and was added in accordance with Procedure By-law 160-2004, as amended:

Re: Item D 1 – Application to Amend the Zoning By-law and

Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision – Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc. – Fieldgate Developments – North of Steeles Ave. West and East of Churchville Road – Ward 4 (File C03W02.007 / HB.c)

Correspondence from:

Edward Szewczyk, Brampton resident, dated October 5, 2015

Leadership Drive Residents, Brampton, dated October 5, 2015 (and petition including 132 signatures)

Ashish Kemkar, Brampton resident, dated October 5, 2015

Kulwant Chhoker, Brampton resident, dated October 4, 2015

Philip Cabral, Brampton resident, dated October 4, 2015

Re: Item F 1 – Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c)

Delegation and submissions from Scott Snider, Solicitor, Heritage Heights Landowners Group, dated October 2 and 5, 2015

Correspondence from Signe Leisk, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP, dated October 2, 2015

Delegation from Mike Everard, Principal, Augusta National Inc., planning representative for the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto

B. Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act - nil


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C. Consent * The following items listed with an asterisk (*) were considered to be routine and

non-controversial by the Committee and were approved at one time.

(K 1)

(Item F 1 was removed from consent) D. Statutory Public Meeting Reports D 1. Report from C. Caruso, Development Planner, Planning and Building,

dated September 9, 2015, re: Application to Amend the Zoning By-law and Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision – Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc. – Fieldgate Developments – North of Steeles Ave. West and East of Churchville Road – Ward 4 (File C03W02.007 / HB.c)

Members of the public requested a presentation on this item.

Carl Brawley, Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc., presented a summary of the proposal and provided details on the development location, size of the dwelling units and vehicular access. Carmen Caruso, Development Planner, presented details on the technical aspects of the planning process and the next steps.

Following the presentations, members of the public addressed Committee

as follows:

Kuldip Shah, Leadership Drive, submitted a petition of opposition containing 132 signatures of area residents. Mr. Shah expressed his opinion that the land should be maintained as green space and noted concerns relating to poor access to transit, inadequate parkland, and narrow access on Leadership Drive. Bassim Matuk, Coach House Court, expressed concern regarding the removal of mature trees on this property and the access road (Block 65) as it relates to potential through-traffic on Churchville Road. Kani Narayanasamy, Fahey Drive, submitted correspondence and advised that he purchased his home in this location because of the green space. He expressed concern with respect to increased traffic, narrow roadways, and the impact of the proposal on wildlife.


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Michael Lee, Fahey Drive, provided information regarding the grading of his property and how it may be impacted by the proposal. Sandeep Goel, Fahey Drive, submitted a petition of opposition containing 64 signatures of area residents. Mr. Goel advised that premiums were paid by residents to purchase homes adjacent to green space and he expressed concern with the loss of green space and wildlife in the area. Walter Kurz, Leadership Drive, expressed concern regarding narrow access on Leadership Drive, particularly for emergency and service vehicles. He added that, prior to purchasing their homes, residents were informed that the subject area would not be developed and would remain as green space. Edward Szewczyk, Leadership Drive, expressed opposition to the development and suggested that, if the proposal is accepted, a secondary access point be considered, and that the lot sizes be increased to 60 foot frontages to reduce the density of the proposal and minimize traffic congestion. Parag Pathak, Leadership Drive, expressed concern with respect to insufficient parkland in the area, loss of wildlife, increased traffic congestion and narrow access on Leadership Drive, which is not accessible to school buses. Shantanu Chaudhuri, Fahey Drive, expressed concern regarding increased traffic and the loss of green space and wildlife in the area. Jennifer Tanudjaja, Fairmont Close, advised that residents paid premiums to purchase homes adjacent to green space, she expressed concern with respect to the impact of the proposal on property values, and the loss of green space and wildlife in the area. Hitesh Mehta, Leadership Drive, expressed concern regarding increased traffic in the area and the narrow access on Leadership Drive, which is not accessible to school buses. Committee discussion on this matter included:

the lack of amenities in this area

environmental impact of the proposal

the need to preserve the character of this community

length of construction activity in this area

road access on Leadership Drive

The following motion was considered:


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P&IS225-2015 1. That the report from C. Caruso, Development Planner, Planning and Building, dated September 9, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Application to Amend the Zoning By-law and Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision – Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc. – Fieldgate Developments – North of Steeles Ave. West and East of Churchville Road – Ward 4 (File C03W02.007 / HB.c) be received; and,

2. That Planning and Infrastructure Services Department staff be

directed to report back to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee with the results of the Public Meeting and a staff recommendation, subsequent to the completion of the circulation of the application and a comprehensive evaluation of the proposal; and,

3. That the following submissions be received:

Edward Szewczyk, Brampton resident – Correspondence dated October 5, 2015

Leadership Drive Residents, Brampton – Correspondence dated October 5, 2015 and petition including 132 signatures

Ashish Kemkar, Brampton resident – Correspondence dated October 5, 2015

Kulwant Chhoker, Brampton resident – Correspondence dated October 4, 2015

Philip Cabral, Brampton resident – Correspondence dated October 4, 2015

Sandeep Goel, Fahey Drive – Correspondence dated October 2, 2015 and petition including 64 signatures

Kani Narayanasamy, Fahey Drive – Correspondence dated October 1, 2015

Carried

D 2. Report from G. Bailey, Development Planner, Planning and Building, dated

September 9, 2015, re: Application to Amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law – Candevcon Ltd. – Peter Cipriano – West Side of Goreway Drive, North of Castlemore Road – Ward 10 (File C07E14.010 / HB.c)

Members of the public requested a presentation on this item. Erik Mirtsou, Candevcon Ltd., presented a summary of the proposal and

provided details on the proposed development location and size of the dwelling units.


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Gavin Bailey, Development Planner, presented details on the technical aspects of the planning process and the next steps.

No members of the public addressed Committee with respect to this item. The following motion was considered: P&IS226-2015 1. That the report from G. Bailey, Development Planner, Planning and

Building, dated September 9, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Application to Amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law – Candevcon Ltd. – Peter Cipriano – West Side of Goreway Drive, North of Castlemore Road – Ward 10 (File C07E14.010 / HB.c) be received; and,

2. That Planning and Infrastructure Services Department staff be

directed to report back to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee with the results of the Public Meeting and a staff recommendation, subsequent to the completion of the circulation of the application and a comprehensive evaluation of the proposal.

Carried

E. Delegations/Presentations - nil F. Planning (Vice-Chair, City Councillor Fortini)

Development Planning - nil

Policy Planning F 1. Report from M. Gervais, Policy Planner, Planning Policy and Growth

Management, dated September 2, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c)

Scott Snider, Solicitor, Heritage Heights Landowners Group, addressed

Committee on behalf of his client, with concerns relating to the re-engagement strategy proposed in the subject report. Mr. Snider outlined his understanding that the intent of the Council Resolution passed in April 2015, was to revisit the Secondary Plan Areas 52 and 53 (Heritage Heights) land use concept to ensure it remains appropriate. He expressed his opinion that the report proposes to restart a secondary plan exercise,


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which has been on-going for several years. Mr. Snider reviewed the concerns and position provided in his correspondence, and outlined the various documents prepared and consultations held regarding the Heritage Heights Secondary Plan. Mr. Snider requested Committee’s consideration to build on the existing process and undertake a review of the land use plan and related component studies to address any issues. Mike Everard, Principal, Augusta National Inc., planning representative for the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto, advised that his client is a registered non-profit organization, which purchased property in this area because it is zoned as of right to permit a cemetery. Mr. Everard submitted the following:

The Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto serves 35 % of the City and he highlighted the need to provide cemetery service to this group

He has participated in the process through delegations and written submissions to Council

He expressed concern that preliminary land use concepts will eliminate the cemetery

He suggested that it may be premature to advance a land use plan prior to receiving a decision from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) on the preferred GTA West Transportation Corridor route

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

Questions as to whether all affected landowners were involved in the process and given the opportunity to participate in consultations

o Concerns were raised that some landowners may not have had the opportunity to participate

The need for staff to undertake a thorough review of the land use concept

Indication that the MTO decision on the preferred GTA West Transportation Corridor route is expected in December 2015, and would have a significant impact on the land use plan

Land swapping opportunities/discussions

Impact of the GTA West Transportation Corridor on the cemetery

Requirements of the Heritage Heights Landowners Group relating to membership fees and consultations

The role, need, and process for retaining an external mediator to assist with the re-engagement strategy and concerns regarding the potential cost

Communication between staff and the landowners

Information from staff regarding outstanding issues, including the development of a GO train storage facility and future GO station, shale protection, and planning for employment lands

Information from staff regarding the vision of Area 52 and 53 landowners for Heritage Heights


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Clarification that the re-engagement strategy was initiated to address concerns relating to Heritage Heights, validate existing reports, and improve transparency of the process

Cost sharing/funding agreements between landowners

Public consultation and notice requirements The following motion was introduced: 1. That the report from M. Gervais, Policy Planner, Planning Policy

and Growth Management, dated September 2, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be received; and,

2. That staff be directed to report back to Council for the endorsement

of Terms of Reference for a Landowners Steering Committee and an associated Funding Agreement for the December 7, 2015 Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting; and,

3. That staff be directed to resume and advance the Secondary Plan

component studies once the Ministry of Transportation releases the preferred alignment for the GTA West corridor; and,

4. That staff be directed to complete the employment land and office

space review, including appropriate sharing and discussion of information with the affected landowners in the Heritage Heights planning area by December 2015; and,

5. That staff be directed to seek public and landowner input on the

June 2014 Land Use Plan before this December and bring back the revised preliminary concept plan for the Heritage Heights planning area in early 2016; and,

6. That staff be directed to advance the Norval Shale Quarry Ontario

Municipal Board appeal, the Ontario Municipal Board appeals to the Region and the City of Brampton Corridor Protection Policies and the Heritage Road GO Train Storage Facility and Future GO Station selection by Metrolinx in parallel with the Heritage Heights Secondary Plan process; and,

Committee discussion took place with respect to moving into Closed

Session to receive advice from the Acting City Solicitor. The following motion was introduced to move into Closed Session:


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P&IS227-2015 That Committee move into Closed Session to receive advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Carried

The following motion was considered: P&IS228-2015 That the report from M. Gervais, Policy Planner, Planning Policy and Lost Growth Management, dated September 2, 2015, to the Planning and

Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be deferred to the October 19, 2015 Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting.

A recorded vote was requested and the motion lost, as follows:

Yea Nay Absent Fortini Gibson Miles Medeiros Bowman Dhillon Moore Jeffrey Sprovieri Palleschi Whillans

Lost 4 Yea 6 Nay

1 Absent Committee discussion took place with respect to the timelines outlined in the main motion, and the following amendments were introduced:

In clause 4, replace the word “complete” with “provide an update on”

In clause 5, replace the words “this December” with “January 31, 2016”

The motion, as amended, was considered as follows: P&IS229-2015 1. That the report from M. Gervais, Policy Planner, Planning Policy

and Growth Management, dated September 2, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be received; and,


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2. That staff be directed to report back to Council for the endorsement of Terms of Reference for a Landowners Steering Committee and an associated Funding Agreement for the December 7, 2015 Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting; and,

3. That staff be directed to resume and advance the Secondary Plan

component studies once the Ministry of Transportation releases the preferred alignment for the GTA West corridor; and,

4. That staff be directed to provide an update on the employment land

and office space review, including appropriate sharing and discussion of information with the affected landowners in the Heritage Heights planning area by December 2015; and,

5. That staff be directed to seek public and landowner input on the

June 2014 Land Use Plan before January 31, 2016 and bring back the revised preliminary concept plan for the Heritage Heights planning area in early 2016; and,

6. That staff be directed to advance the Norval Shale Quarry Ontario

Municipal Board appeal, the Ontario Municipal Board appeals to the Region and the City of Brampton Corridor Protection Policies and the Heritage Road GO Train Storage Facility and Future GO Station selection by Metrolinx in parallel with the Heritage Heights Secondary Plan process; and,

7. That the delegation and submissions from Scott Snider, Solicitor,

Heritage Heights Landowners Group, dated October 2 and 5, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be received; and,

8. That the delegation from Mike Everard, Principal, Augusta National

Inc., a planning representative for the Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of Toronto, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be received; and,

9. That the correspondence from Signe Leisk, Cassels Brock &

Blackwell LLP, dated October 2, 2015, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, re: Re-engagement Strategy – Secondary Plan Areas 52 & 53 (Heritage Heights) – Ward 6 (File P26RE – 52 & 53 / HB.c) be received.


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A recorded vote was requested and the motion carried, as follows:

Yea Nay Absent Gibson Fortini Miles Bowman Dhillon Medeiros Jeffrey Moore Sprovieri Palleschi Whillans

Carried 7 Yea 3 Nay

1 Absent

Building and Zoning - nil G. Engineering and Construction - nil (Vice-Chair, Regional Councillor Sprovieri) H. Maintenance and Operations - nil (Vice-Chair, City Councillor Dhillon) I. Minutes - nil J. Other/New Business/Unfinished Business - nil K. Referred Matters * K 1. Referred Matters List – Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee P&IS230-2015 That the Referred Matters List – Planning and Infrastructure

Services Committee, to the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting of October 5, 2015, be received.

Carried

L. Deferred Matters - nil


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M. Notice of Motion - nil N. Correspondence - nil O. Councillors Question Period - nil P. Public Question Period - nil Q. Closed Session R. Adjournment P&IS231-2015 That the Planning and Infrastructure Services Committee do now

adjourn to meet again on Monday, October 19, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. Carried

_ Regional Councillor E. Moore, Chair

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