THE COUNCIL OF

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL

MINUTES

Thursday, February 08, 2024

11:00 A.m. - 3:30 P.m.

Council Chamber, 5th Floor

Regional Administrative Headquarters

10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A

Brampton, Ontario

Members Present:

• N.K. Brar
• B. Butt
• D. Damerla
• S. Dasko
• C. Early
• C. Fonseca
• P. Fortini
• A. Groves
• N. Iannicca
• D. Keenan
• J. Kovac**
• M. Mahoney
• M. Medeiros
• M. Palleschi
• C. Parrish
• M. Russo
• R. Santos
• H. Singh*
• A. Tedjo***
• P. Vicente****

Members Absent:

• P. Brown*(Alternate H.Singh)
• J. Horneck**(Proxy J. Kovac)
• S. McFadden
• M. Reid***(Proxy A. Tedjo)
• G.S. Toor**** (Proxy P. Vicente)

Staff Present:

• G. Kent, Chief Administrative Officer
• D. Valeri, Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services
• P. Caza, Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services
• T. Buonpensiero, Chief Planner and Director of Planning and Development Services
• K. Dedman, Commissioner of Public Works
• S. Baird, Commissioner of Human Services
• M. Varia, Acting Commissioner of Health Services
• Dr. G. Hovhannisyan, Acting Medical Officer of Health
• A. Adams, Regional Clerk
• C. Thomson, Deputy Clerk and Manager of Legislative Services
• H. Gill, Legislative Technical Advisor
• S. Jurrius, Legislative Specialist
• R. Khan, Legislative Technical Coordinator
• D. Rai, Legislative Technical Coordinator

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1.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Regional Chair Iannicca called the meeting of Regional Council to order at 11:12 a.m. in the Council Chambers, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton.

Councillor Brown was absent due to other municipal business           
Councillor Horneck was absent due to other municipal business
Councillor Reid was absent due to other municipal business
Councillor Toor was absent due to other municipal business
Councillor Parrish arrived at 11:48 a.m.
Councillor Dasko arrived at 11:49 a.m. 

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Regional Chair Iannicca read an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement.

3.

DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Nil.

4.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

4.1

January 25, 2024 Regional Council meeting

• Resolution Number 2024-68
  Moved by Councillor Vicente
  Seconded by Councillor Russo

  That the minutes of the January 25, 2024 Regional Council meeting, be approved.

  Carried

5.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

• Resolution Number 2024-69
  Moved by Councillor Damerla
  Seconded by Councillor Fortini
  1. That the agenda for the February 8, 2024 Regional Council meeting include a Motion from Councillor Damerla, regarding Funding for Asylum Seekers through the Interim Assistance Housing Program, to be dealt with under Notice of Motion/Motion - Item 20.1; and
  2. That the agenda for the February 8, 2024 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended.
  Carried

6.

CONSENT AGENDA

• Resolution Number 2024-70
  Moved by Councillor Fonseca
  Seconded by Councillor Fortini

  That the following matters listed on the February 8, 2024 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 10.1, 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, 12.1, 22.1 and 22.2.

  Carried

RESOLUTIONS AS A RESULT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA

10.

COMMUNICATIONS

10.1

Tamara Chipperfield, Corporate Secretariat, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC)

Letter dated January 22, 2024, Providing a Copy of a CVC Final Report Regarding the Conservation Authorities Act Transition Period (Receipt recommended) 

• Resolution Number 2024-71
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

11.

ITEMS RELATED TO CORPORATE AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES

Chaired by Councillor C. Fonseca or Vice-Chair Councillor B. Butt

11.1

2024 Borrowing Limits Report

• Resolution Number 2024-72
  Moved by Councillor Fonseca
  Seconded by Councillor Fortini
  1. That the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to negotiate the issuance of debentures in the maximum total principal amount of $10 million on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Brampton, for a term not to exceed 31 years to be issued in 2024 or at such later date as may be requested by the Treasurer of The Corporation of the City of Brampton; and
  2. That the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to negotiate the issuance of debentures in the maximum principal amounts of $14.7 million on behalf of the Town of Caledon, for a term not to exceed 11 years, to be issued in 2024 or at such later date as may be requested by the Treasurer of the Town of Caledon; and
  3. That the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to negotiate the issuance of debentures in the maximum total principal amount of $90 million on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga, for a term not to exceed 22 years to be issued in 2024 or at such later date as may be requested by the Treasurer of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga; and
  4. That the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to negotiate the issuance of debentures in the maximum principal amount of $350 million for the Region of Peel, for a term not to exceed 31 years, to be issued in 2024 or such later date as the Treasurer of the Region of Peel may determine; and
  5. That the Treasurer and the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services be authorized to negotiate and sign the Purchase Letter/Agreement, relating to the subject borrowing, including the percentage allocated to the syndicate participants.
  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

11.2

Proposed Surplus and Transfer of a Permanent Easement Interest Over Region Lands on the Southeast and Northwest Corners of Airport Road and Williams Parkway – City of Brampton, Ward 8

• Resolution Number 2024-73
  Moved by Councillor Fonseca
  Seconded by Councillor Fortini
  1. That a permanent hydro easement interest in lands described as Part Block 8, Registered Plan 43M-469, designated as Part 22 on Reference Plan 43R-40623, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, be declared surplus to the needs of The Regional Municipality of Peel; and
  2. That a permanent hydro easement interest in lands described as Part of Lot 8, Concession 6 East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton (Geographic Township of Chinguacousy), Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Parts 21 and 25 on Reference Plan 43R-40673, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, be declared surplus to the needs of The Regional Municipality of; and
  3. That The Regional Municipality of Peel, as vendor, enter into an Offer to Sell Agreement with Alectra Utilities Corporation for the gratuitous transfer of permanent hydro easement interest in lands described as Part Block 8, Registered Plan 43M-469, designated as Part 22 on Reference Plan 43R-40623, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; and
  4. That The Regional Municipality of Peel, as vendor, enter into an Offer to Sell Agreement with Alectra Utilities Corporation for the gratuitous transfer of permanent hydro easement interest in lands described as described as Part of Lot 8, Concession 6 East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton (formerly Township of Chinguacousy), Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Parts 21 and 25 on Reference Plan 43R-40673, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel, City of Brampton, Regional Municipality of Peel; and
  5. That the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services be authorized to complete any and all transactions, including the execution of all agreements, documents, affidavits, statutory declarations, and undertakings required for the property included in this report.
  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

11.3

Update on the Provincial Transition Board’s New Mandate

(For information)

• Resolution Number 2024-74
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

12.

COMMUNICATIONS

12.1

Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Letter dated January 24, 2024, Regarding Next Steps for the Region of Peel (Receipt recommended)  

• Resolution Number 2024-75
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

AGENDA ITEMS SUBJECT TO DISCUSSION AND DEBATE

7.

DELEGATIONS

7.1

Ram Subrahmanian, President and Chief Executive Officer, Satchidananda Sadguru Shirdi Sainath Maharaj Mandir Registered Canadian Charity

Regarding a Request to Waive Development Charges Fees 

• Resolution Number 2024-76
  Received
• Resolution Number 2024-77- Two Thirds Vote
  Moved by Councillor Fortini
  Seconded by Councillor Damerla

  That section 4.4.4 of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion arising from a delegation.

  Carried

Moved by Councillor Fortini
Seconded by Councillor Damerla

That a grant-in-lieu of development charges in the amount of $26,024.16 be provided to Satchidananda Sadguru Shirdi Sainath Maharaj Mandir to offset development charges paid in year 2022 under the application for the proposed development at the property bearing municipal address 173 Advance Blvd, Unit 26, Brampton (BP# 22 275062 000 00 IS), to be funded from the DC Financial Incentive Reserve.

Resolution Number 2024-78

Moved by Councillor Palleschi
Seconded by Councillor Mahoney

That the request from the delegation listed as item 7.1 on the February 8, 2024 Regional Council agenda and proposed motion, be referred to staff to report back to Regional Council by March 21, 2024.

Carried

Ram Subrahmanian, President and Chief Executive Officer, Satchidananda Sadguru Shirdi Sainath Maharaj Mandir Registered Canadian Charity, provided an overview of the Temple’s history and contributions to the community.  He requested that Council consider providing a refund of Development Charges (DC) fees paid by the Temple.

Members of Regional Council discussed and asked questions regarding support for the delegate’s request; the Peel DC By-law provisions and policy for places of worship; the Interim Financial Incentive Program for New Long-Term Care Homes and Hospice Development in Peel; previous requests to waive fees or grant-in-lieu of development charges; and waiving of fees for only the prayer space.

Councillor Fortini moved a motion that a grant-in-lieu of development charges in the amount of $26,024.16, be provided to Satchidananda Sadguru Shirdi Sainath Maharaj Mandir.

Councillor Palleschi requested that the delegate’s request and the proposed motion be referred to staff with direction to provide clarification on the amount to be waived by Peel and the amount waived by the City of Brampton.

7.2

Jeffrey Neven, Chief Executive Officer, Indwell Community Homes

Regarding the Proposed Development at 1639 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga (Related to 18.1) 

• Resolution Number 2024-79
  Received

Jeffrey Neven, Chief Executive Officer, Indwell Community Homes (Indwell), provided an overview of Indwell; its proposed development site at 1639 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga; project financing through the Rapid Housing Initiative Funding program; and the federal government’s public announcement. The delegate advised that public consultation was not required as the land use is compliant with the approved zoning. Indwell has engaged with the community, residents and stakeholders, and there is positive support for the project. The delegate provided demographics of the intended residents outlining the diversity of the individuals that will live there.  He stated that Indwell is grateful for the many partners that create and sustain Indwell communities.

Members of Council discussed and asked questions regarding the need for affordable and supportive housing; the number of projects within the region; learning from best practices for subsequent sites; misinformation regarding safety for residents and the community; discrimination and misinformation regarding mental health and addictions; acceptance of supportive housing; and the provision of wrap-around services. 

Item 18.1 was dealt with.

18.

COMMUNICATIONS

18.1

Jay Naster, Counsel to the Coalition of Concerned Citizens, Lacy Naster LLP Barristers

Letter dated January 29, 2024, Regarding the Proposed Development at 1639 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, Ontario (Referral to Human Services recommended) (Related to 7.2)

• Resolution Number 2024-80
  Received

The published correspondence was redacted.

The Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services took as direction to provide comment to Councillor Tedjo on any legal implications of the correspondence.

8.

PRESENTATION OF STAFF REPORTS 

Nil.

9.

ITEMS RELATED TO PLANNING AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT

Chaired by Councillor C. Parrish or Vice-Chair Councillor M. Russo

Nil.

13.

ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS

Chaired by Councillor M. Medeiros or Vice-Chair Councillor P. Fortini

Nil.

14.

COMMUNICATIONS

Nil.

15.

ITEMS RELATED TO HEALTH

Chaired by Councillor N.K. Brar or Vice-Chair Councillor A. Groves

Nil.

16.

COMMUNICATIONS

Nil.

17.

ITEMS RELATED TO HUMAN SERVICES

Chaired by Councillor M. Reid or Vice-Chair Councillor P. Vicente

Nil.

19.

OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCILLOR ENQUIRIES

19.1     Update Regarding the Lateral Pipe Installations along Hurontario Street (Oral)

            Resolution Number 2024-81

Received

In response to a question regarding lateral pipe installations along Hurontario Street during the Light Rail Transit (LRT) construction, the Commissioner of Public Words stated that Metrolinx has a moratorium for ongoing projects that may impact its LRT design stage. Staff are working with Metrolinx and City of Mississauga staff to address the lateral pipe installations and to ensure the projects move forward, in compliance with the requirements set by Metrolinx.

19.2     Update Regarding the Project at 280 Britannia Road East, City of  Mississauga (Oral)

            Resolution Number 2024-82

Received

In response to a question regarding a proposed transitional housing project at 280 Britannia Road East in the City of Mississauga, the Chief Planner and Director of Planning and Development Services stated that upon receipt of the application, Region of Peel staff will review the specifics of the project and consider internal strategies that would support this type of initiative.

20.

NOTICE OF MOTION/MOTION

21.

BY-LAWS

Three Readings

Nil.

22.

CLOSED SESSION

22.1     January 25, 2024 Regional Council Closed Session Report

             Resolution Number 2024-85

Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

22.2     Bill 23 Operational Impacts

            Resolution Number 2024-86

Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

23.

BY-LAWS RELATING TO CLOSED SESSION

Nil.

24.

BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL

• Resolution Number 2024-87
  Moved by Councillor Mahoney
  Seconded by Councillor Fonseca

  That By-law 9-2024 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on February 8, 2024, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.

  Carried

25.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 12:43 p.m.