THE COUNCIL OF

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL

MINUTES

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Council Chamber, 5th Floor
Regional Administrative Headquarters
10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A
Brampton, Ontario
Members Present:
  • P. Brown
  • G. Carlson
  • B. Crombie
  • D. Damerla
  • S. Dasko
  • G.S. Dhillon
  • C. Early*
  • C. Fonseca
  • P. Fortini
  • A. Groves
  • N. Iannicca
  • J. Innis
  • J. Kovac
  • M. Mahoney
  • S. McFadden
  • M. Medeiros
  • M. Palleschi
  • C. Parrish
  • K. Ras
  • P. Saito
  • R. Santos
  • I. Sinclair
  • R. Starr
  • A. Thompson
  • P. Vicente
Members Absent:
  • J. Downey* (Alternate C. Early)
Staff Present
  • J. Baker, Chief Administrative Officer
  • S. Van de Ven, Acting Commissioner of Digital and Information Services
  • K. Lockyer, Regional Clerk and Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services
  • S. VanOfwegen, Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer
  • P. O'Connor, Regional Solicitor
  • A. Warren, Interim Commissioner of Public Works
  • A. Smith, Interim Chief Planner
  • J. Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services
  • N. Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services
  • Dr. L. Loh, Medical Officer of Health
  • A. Adams, Deputy Clerk and Acting Director of Clerk's
  • C. Thomson, Deputy Clerk and Manager of Legislative Services
  • J. Jones, Legislative Specialist
  • S. Valleau, Legislative Specialist
  • R. Khan, Legislative Technical Coordinator

Regional Chair Iannicca called the meeting of Regional Council to order at 9:31 a.m. in the Council Chamber, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton.

Councillor Damerla departed at 3:30 p.m.

Regional Chair Iannicca read an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement.

On behalf of Regional Council and the Accessibility Advisory Committee, Regional Chair Iannicca expressed condolences with respect to the passing of William Ernest Goursky who had served on the Accessibility Advisory Committee and volunteered in the community for many years.

  • Resolution Number2020-957
    Moved byCouncillor Fonseca
    Seconded byCouncillor Vicente

    That the minutes of the November 12, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved.

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-958
    Moved byCouncillor Medeiros
    Seconded byCouncillor Parrish

    That in accordance with section 1.1.3 of the Region of Peel Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, sections 5.7.1 and 6.12.2 be waived in order to permit consideration of a motion arising from an item of correspondence and consideration of a motion without previous notice.

    Carried by a two thirds majority vote

  • Resolution Number2020-959
    Moved byCouncillor Ras
    Seconded byCouncillor Santos

    That the agenda for the November 26, 2020 Regional Council meeting include a communication from the City of Brampton regarding council composition, to be dealt with under Items related to Enterprise Programs and Services - Item 20.2;

    And further, that the agenda for the November 26, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended.

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-960
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the following matters listed on the November 26, 2020 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 19.2, 19.3, 19.4, 19.5, 20.1, 24.1 and 24.4.

    In Favour (24)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Carried

RESOLUTIONS AS A RESULT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA

Letter dated November 9, 2020, Providing a Copy of a Letter to the Federal Minister of Health Regarding the Immediate Funding Required for a Safe, Voluntary COVID-19 Isolation Site (Receipt recommended)

  • Resolution Number2020-961
    Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

Letter dated November 12, 2020, Providing a Copy of the City of Brampton Resolution Regarding Enhanced Public Health Measures in Peel Region (Receipt recommended)

  • Resolution Number2020-962
    Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

Letter dated November 17, 2020, Announcing the Second Intake of the Audit and Accountability Fund (Referral to Finance and Corporate Services recommended)

  • Resolution Number2020-963

Referred to Finance and Corporate Services

 

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

(Related to By-law 71-2020)

  • Resolution Number2020-964
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the encroachment of a temporary private hydro pole and temporary private hydro shack (sea container) on Regional Road 4 (Dixie Road), adjacent to the property municipally known as 3610 Dixie Road, Mississauga, be permitted in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in an Encroachment Agreement between The Regional Municipality of Peel and Killam Kamres (Silver Spear) Inc.;

    And further, that the necessary by-law be presented for enactment.

    Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

(Related to By-law 72-2020)

  • Resolution Number2020-965
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the encroachment of existing concrete retaining walls, existing concrete stairs, an existing concrete driveway, existing coloured permeable paver borders, an existing sign, and existing coloured permeable pavers at the end of the driveway adjacent to the property known municipally as 17219 Highway 50, Town of Caledon, be permitted in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in an Encroachment Agreement, between The Regional Municipality of Peel and 2769739 Ontario Inc.;

    And further, that the necessary by-law be presented for enactment.

    Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

  • Resolution Number2020-966
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the contract (Document 2012-578P) for the Supply, Installation and Support for Multifunctional (MFD) and Non-Multifunctional Devices, Document 2012-578P awarded to Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) Ltd. be renewed for one 12-month period from September 1, 2021 to August 31, 2022 in the estimated amount of $1.1 M (excluding applicable taxes) in accordance with Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended;

    And further, that approval be granted to renew the contract for one optional 12-month period, subject to available funding and, satisfactory performance and pricing.

    Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

  • Resolution Number2020-967
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the report of the Emergency Management Program Committee (EMPC-1/2020) meeting held on November 5, 2020, be adopted.

    Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

  1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Nil.

  1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION EMPC-1-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-968

That the agenda for the November 5, 2020 Emergency Management Program Committee meeting, be approved.

Approved

  1. DELEGATIONS

Nil.

  1. REPORTS

5.1       Review of the Region's Pandemic Experience

(For information)
Presentation by Andrew Cooper, Manager, Regional Emergency Management

Resolution Number 2020-969

Received

5.2       2019 Regional Fire Coordinator’s Report

(For information)

Resolution Number 2020-970

Received

5.3       Status Update on the 2020 Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management Compliance Requirements

(For information)

Resolution Number 2020-971

Received

5.4       9-1-1 Annual Update - 2019

(For information)

Resolution Number 2020-972

Received

5.5       Terms of Reference for the 9-1-1 Advisory Committee

RECOMMENDATION EMPC-2-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-973

That the 9-1-1 Advisory Committee Terms of Reference attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Digital and Information Services titled “Terms of Reference for the 9-1-1 Advisory Committee” be approved;

And further, that Corporate Policy G10-03 “9-1-1 Advisory Committee” be rescinded;

And further, that The Greater Toronto Airports Authority be recognized as a member of the 9-1-1 Advisory Committee.

Approved

Letter dated November 4, 2020, Regarding Peel Region 2020 Development Charges By-law Update, Submissions by Morguard (Receipt recommended)

  • Resolution Number2020-974
    Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

 

AGENDA ITEMS SUBJECT TO DISCUSSION AND DEBATE

8.1 was dealt with.

(Oral)
Presentation by Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer of Health

  • Resolution Number2020-975
    Received
  • Resolution Number2020-976
    Moved byCouncillor Crombie
    Seconded byCouncillor Brown

    Whereas on November 23, 2020, the Region of Peel entered the province’s “Grey Zone: Lockdown,” which has put significant restrictions on business operations in the Region, including the closure of small businesses, except for those that can provide online shopping, curbside pick-up, or delivery;

    And whereas, daily COVID-19 numbers in Peel continue to increase;

    And whereas, hospitalization numbers and the number of patients in the ICU, throughout Peel, continue to rise;

    And whereas, the safest way to shop to stop the spread of COVID-19 is through infrequent trips to the store, online shopping, by curbside pick-up, or through take-out;

    And whereas, in an effort to keep the supply chain operating and ensure people can get the essentials they need like groceries, large retailers have been permitted to continue to operate, albeit with capacity limits;

    And whereas, larger retailer outlets sell more than just essentials and are in direct competition with small retailers who are not allowed to open, or only with online shopping or curb side pick-up, creating an uneven playing field for small businesses and local retailers;

    And whereas, the holiday shopping season has begun, a critical time for small businesses due to the provincial restrictions;

    Therefore be it resolved, that the provincial government be requested to revise the Rules for Areas in Stage 1 under Ontario Regulation 82/20 (the “lockdown”) to address the inequity created between small businesses required to close and businesses permitted to open and continue sales; to avoid unfair competitive advantage between businesses; and to provide consistency with continued effective health risk management in consultation with Public Health;

    And further, that strict enforcement of requirements for masking, physical distancing with capacity limits on a per square metre basis, and limits on numbers of persons admitted to big box and other businesses be emphasized and pursued;

    And further, that a copy of this resolution be sent to all Peel-area MPPs:

    Sara Singh, MPP Brampton Centre

    Gurratan Singh, MPP Brampton East

    Kevin Yarde, MPP Brampton North

    Prabmeet Sarkaria, MPP Brampton South

    Amarjot Sandhu, MPP Brampton West

    Sylvia Jones, MPP Dufferin-Caledon

    Natalia Kusendova, MPP Mississauga Centre

    Kaleed Rasheed, MPP Mississauga East-Cooksville

    Sheref Sabawy, MPP Mississauga-Erin Mills

    Rudy Cuzzetto, MPP Mississauga-Lakeshore

    Deepak Anand, MPP Mississauga-Malton

    Nina Tangri, MPP Mississauga-Streetsville,

    with a request that they advocate and speak up on behalf of the businesses that they are elected to represent;

    And further, that a copy of this resolution be sent to the City of Toronto and Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area municipalities.

    In Favour (24)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Carried

Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer of Health, stated that the recent provincial decision to move the Region of Peel to “grey – lockdown” within the response framework was a difficult but necessary measure. The Region continues to see an increase in the seven day average of cases; all age groups under age 60 have a positivity rate more than 10 per cent; incident positivity rates remains high in Peel and three per cent of Peel’s cases are hospitalized. He noted that three out of the four worst hit areas in Ontario are in the Region of Peel with a positivity rate of more than 18 per cent. The three worst hit postal code areas are in northeast Brampton, Mississauga Ward 5 and part of Mississauga Ward 3. The two hospital systems operating in the Region of Peel are two of the three most impacted hospital systems in Ontario. Trillium Health Partners and William Osler Health System have both enacted surge capacity plans which includes cancelling surgeries and care in non-traditional spaces. Without enacting the surge plans, hospital beds within Peel would have been exhausted as of November 26, 2020.

Dr. Loh outlined Public Health’s preparations for the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic which included working with school boards; health partners; long term care workplaces; hospitals; hiring public health nurses and public health staff to support case and contact management; and, the launch of an electronic case and contact management system.

Dr. Loh stated that those affected most by the pandemic are new Canadians, racialized individuals, individuals that are experiencing poverty or homelessness, individuals of lower education attainment and those who are precariously employed. Dr. Loh advised that new rapid tests recently announced will help identify infection faster and that conversations continue with community partners around optimizing community engagement and outreach. However, these efforts will do little to stop the transmission of the disease if people are unable to act. He noted that income support and infection protection are required to relieve financial burden for workers and businesses.

Dr. Loh stated that he will bring forward a comprehensive plan to address the health disparities to a future Regional Council meeting.

In response to a question from Councillor Ras regarding testing anomalies, Dr. Loh undertook to investigate the concern.

In response to a question from Councillor Crombie regarding the potential reopening of small businesses for the holiday season, Dr. Loh noted that the Provincial Order is in place for 28 days but will be reviewed weekly to consider any changes or improvements in transmission rates. He noted that there is widespread transmission in the Region’s three local municipalities, and the current transmission rate of 40 per 100,000 exceeds the World Health Organization (WHO) and Harvard’s recommended rate of 25 per 100,000, and that hospitalizations continue to impact hospital capacity in both hospital systems that serve the Region of Peel.

In response to a question from Councillor Brown regarding the location of a federally approved isolation centre and the lack of facilities in the northeast area of Brampton, Dr. Loh stated that the isolation centre was chosen to fulfill immediate needs and that additional locations will be pursued in consultation with the communities. Dr. Loh undertook to communicate the concern to the Federal Minister.

In response to a question from Councillor Fonseca regarding Long Term Care, Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health noted that communications regarding approved funding will be included on the December 3, 2020 Council agenda. She noted that effective November 30, 2020, every Long Term Care home must have mandatory weekly testing for staff and caregivers and that the provincial government is collaborating with the hospital sector to address hiring needs.

In response to a question from Councillor Palleschi regarding strategic planning for areas with higher transmission rates, Dr. Loh stated that a report will be brought forward to a future Council meeting to provide an update on Peel Public Health's continued response framework and a growing focus on matters such as work place blitzes undertaken by provincial colleagues, income supports and paid sick leave, and expanding existing isolation programs.

Councillor Crombie placed a motion to create a level playing field for smaller businesses and local retailers that are not allowed to open or can only provide services through online shopping or curb side pick-up by requesting that Dr. Loh issue a section 22 Health Protection and Promotion Act order.

In response to a question from Councillor Crombie, Dr. Loh stated that the use of a section 22 order speaks to directing measures that must be taken to decrease or halt a communicable disease threat. He noted that the Provincial Order already does that, and that cordoning off non-essential sections of retail establishments does not address issues of enforcement of capacity limits, distancing, and masking that are already designed to reduce the health risk posed by COVID-19.

In response to a question from Councillor Crombie regarding the authority of Council to enforce restrictions on the sale of non-essential items for particular businesses, Patrick O’Connor, Regional Solicitor stated that Council could pass a motion requesting retailers to comport themselves in a way that levels the playing field and addresses the inequity, but it would not be enforceable.

Councillor Brown proposed that the motion be amended to request that the provincial government address the inequities in the grey zone lockdown (Ontario Regulation 82/20) that have created an unequal playing field for big box and small businesses; otherwise the Region will consider other measures.

Councillor Innis proposed that the motion be forwarded to the City of Toronto and municipalities within the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA).

Councillor Saito proposed that the motion address the need for greater enforcement responding to a lack of compliance from big box retailers and that it also be forwarded to the local MPP’s.

 

Council recessed at 12:50 p.m.

Council reconvened at 1:16 p.m.

Regarding the Peel Poverty Reduction Committee 2020 Update (Related to 15.1)

  • Resolution Number2020-977
    Received

Daniele Zanotti, Chief Executive Officer, United Way Greater Toronto Area and Co-Chair, Peel Poverty Reduction Committee and Ann Coughlan, Member, Peel Lived Experience of Poverty, Peel Poverty Reduction Committee provided an overview of the Peel Poverty Reduction Committee’s 2020 accomplishments.

Daniele Zanotti highlighted the round table collaboration with system partners to address the impact of COVID-19, which has amplified concerns related to poverty, lack of affordable housing, race discrimination, immigration status, precarious employment, fair access to health and social services, and the growing digital divide for basic technology.

Ann Coughlan stated that the Committee is comprised of 16 individuals residing in the three local municipalities and who come from a variety of demographics with lived experience and knowledge. She noted that the round table has participated in several provincial and regional consultations and has provided many recommendations related to COVID-19 including: housing supports, access to technology, job research, health and mental health supports and considerations for individuals living with disabilities.

Councillor Santos raised concern that individuals with precarious employment do not have access to sick day benefits and are going to work ill during the pandemic. Daniele Zanotti noted that he would keep Council apprised of discussions with the provincial government regarding this issue.

In response to a question raised by Councillor Santos regarding the requirement to legalize basement apartments and the resulting impact on the vulnerable population, Daniele Zanotti stated that there are significant innovations regarding the role basement apartments can fulfil to provide affordable housing. Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services added that Regional Council approved the My Home Second Unit Renovation Program to provide financial assistance to upgrade and legalize existing second units, including basement apartments.

In response to a question from Councillor Santos regarding provincial funding, Daniele Zanotti stated that there is ongoing discussion on how to engage different levels of government for increased funding.

 

15.1 was dealt with.

7.
DELEGATIONS
 

Providing an Update on the Family and Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Campaign 2020

  • Resolution Number2020-979
    Received

Sharon Mayne Devine, Chief Executive Officer, Catholic Family Services Peel Dufferin and The Davis Centre for Families and Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services, provided an update on the 2020 Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Campaign, noting the project was a joint effort between the Region of Peel, the local municipalities, and many community organizations; and is a component of the Community Safety and Well-being Plan.

Sharon Mayne Devine stated that the campaign focuses on the need to inform victims of violence that they are not alone and to engage with the community to discuss and support victims of violence. She noted that there is now a single portal that can be accessed by calling 211 (toll-free), 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is a multilingual service.

Nancy Polsinelli stated that the 2020 Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Campaign coincides with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25th) and the 16 days of activism against gender violence. She indicated that this is the inaugural Campaign and that it will become a yearly initiative.

In response to a question from Councillor Groves regarding a victim’s fear to come forward, Sharon Mayne Devine stated that many victims do not come forward because of embarrassment and the myth that their family will be separated. She noted that a part of the campaign is to dispel myths and work collectively as a community.

In response to a question from Councillor Groves on reaching school aged children, Sharon Mayne Devine stated that there is an education campaign in schools and that Peel Regional Police and OPP have a campaign regarding anti-human sex trafficking.

Nancy Polsinelli undertook to provide Councillor Early with domestic violence data for each local municipality.

8.
COVID-19 RELATED MATTERS
 

(Oral)
Presentation by Norman Lee, Director of Waste Management

  • Resolution Number2020-980
    Received
  • Resolution Number2020-981
    Moved byCouncillor Ras
    Seconded byCouncillor Innis

    Whereas Regional Council approved Resolution 2020-294 at its meeting held on April 9, 2020, to permit two additional bags of waste to be collected as part of the bi-weekly residential waste collection, without the requirement of purchasing bag tags, for the duration of the emergency declaration;

    And whereas, Resolution 2020-294 also provides that fees for dropping off waste at the Region’s Community Recycling Centres be waived throughout the emergency declaration;

    And whereas, Regional Council approved Resolution 2020-433 at its meeting held on June 11, 2020 implementing a 100kg/per load/per day limit for the waived Community Recycling Centre fees;

    And whereas, the residents and small businesses of Peel have benefitted from the above measures;

    And whereas, current data shows the above measures have served their purpose and are no longer necessary;

    And whereas, the financial impact of waiving Community Recycling Centre fees to October 31, 2020 is approximately $3.6 million and is projected to be approximately $4.2 million by December 31, 2021;

    And whereas, the financial impact of permitting two additional bags to October 31, 2020 is approximately $280,000 and is projected to be approximately $360,000 by December 31, 2021;

    Therefore be it resolved, that fees for dropping off waste at the Region of Peel’s Community Recycling Centres be reinstated effective January 4, 2021;

    And further, that the collection of two additional bags of waste as part of the bi-weekly residential waste collection, without the requirement of purchasing bag tags, be discontinued effective February 8, 2021.

    In Favour (23)Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Abstain (1)Councillor Crombie
    Carried

(For information)

  • Resolution Number2020-983

Deferred to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council meeting

 

  • Resolution Number2020-984
    Moved byCouncillor Innis
    Seconded byCouncillor Ras

    That recommendation WMSAC-20-2020 contained in the Report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting held on November 19, 2020 be amended to include the following:

    “And further, that a copy of the subject report be provided to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the Town of Caledon, the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and Peel District School Board;

    And further, that the local municipalities and school boards be requested to support the designation of schools, parks and public spaces as eligible sources with commentary to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.”;

    And further, that the Report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC-5/2020) meeting held on November 19, 2020 be adopted, as amended.

    In Favour (22)Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Abstain (2)Councillor Crombie, and Councillor Dhillon
    Carried

Councillor Innis requested that Recommendation WMSAC-20-2020 contained within the report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting held on November 19, 2020 be amended, to include that the local municipalities and school boards be requested to support the designation of schools, parks and public spaces as eligible sources and submit their comments to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks by December 3, 2020.

 

  1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Nil.

  1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-19-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-985

That the agenda for the November 19, 2020 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting be approved.

Approved

  1. DELEGATIONS

Nil.

  1. REPORTS

5.1       Transition of the Blue Box Program to Full Producer Responsibility – November 2020 Update: Comments on Draft Blue Box Regulation

Presentation by Norman Lee, Director of Waste Management

Resolution Number 2020-986

Received

RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-20-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-987

That the comments in response to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks draft blue box regulation posting outlined in the report of the Interim Commissioner of Public Works “Transition of the Blue Box Program to Full Producer Responsibility – November 2020 Update: Comments on Draft Blue Box Regulation”, be endorsed;

And further, that a copy of the subject report be provided to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the Town of Caledon, the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and Peel District School Board;

And further, that the local municipalities and school boards be requested to support the designation of schools, parks and public spaces as eligible sources with commentary to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.

Approved

5.2       Waste Management Services Update

(Oral)
Presentation by Norman Lee, Director of Waste Management

Resolution Number 2020-988

Received

  1. COMMUNICATIONS

6.1       Graydon Smith, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario and Mayor, Town of Bracebridge

Email dated October 26, 2020, Regarding the Proposed Transition Schedule for the Blue Box Program to the New Full Producer Responsibility Regulation (Receipt recommended)

Resolution Number 2020-989

Received

15.
ITEMS RELATED TO HUMAN SERVICES
 

(Related to 22.1)

  • Resolution Number2020-990
    Moved byCouncillor Vicente
    Seconded byCouncillor Santos

    That up to $250,000 of federal or provincial COVID-19 emergency funding for the vulnerable be allocated to St. Leonard’s Place Peel to operate an out of the cold program until March 31, 2021;

    And further, that up to $300,000 of federal or provincial COVID-19 emergency funding for the vulnerable be used to enhance access to health care for the homeless and other vulnerable residents until March 31, 2021.

    In Favour (24)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Carried

In response to a question from Councillor Vicente regarding methods to communicate new services to the public, Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services stated that an outreach campaign to provide information to residents, business owners and clients is underway.

 

22.1 was dealt with.

(Related to 15.2)

  • Resolution Number2020-991
    Moved byCouncillor Santos
    Seconded byCouncillor Parrish

    Whereas at the November 26, 2020, Regional Council meeting the report titled, “Additional Immediate Actions to Address Concerns about Homelessness in Downtown Brampton” is being presented to highlight proposed service and program enhancements to support the homeless in downtown Brampton and to work towards addressing the concerns of business owners and local residents;

    And whereas, a disproportionate number of social support services are concentrated in the downtown Brampton area;

    And whereas, a “do not turn away” policy is implemented for all social support services offered by the Region, regardless of where the person is from;

    And whereas, the issues facing homeless individuals have been exacerbated by COVID-19;

    And whereas, it is believed that individuals experiencing homelessness in downtown Brampton are causing challenges, including property damage and vandalism, human defecation, garbage, etc. particularly for local business owners;

    Therefore be it resolved, that Regional staff investigate and report back to Regional Council by early second quarter of 2021, on the feasibility of a granting program administered by the local Business Improvement Association (BIA)  in downtown Brampton, that would subsidize local business owners with services to include, but not limited to, additional garbage collection and graffiti clean-up;

    And further, that the report provide information on the details, logistics, accountabilities, funding sources and risks related to such a program;

    And further, that any further service enhancements being contemplated or provided in downtown Brampton to the vulnerable population be done only after meaningful consultations with the local BIA.

    In Favour (24)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-992
    Moved byCouncillor Damerla
    Seconded byCouncillor Crombie

    That Regional staff investigate and report back to Regional Council by early second quarter of 2021, on the feasibility of a granting program administered by the local Business Improvement Association (BIA) in Cooksville, that would subsidize local business owners with services to include, but not limited to, additional garbage collection and graffiti clean-up;

    And further, that the report provide information on the details, logistics, accountabilities, funding sources and risks related to such a program;

    And further, that any further service enhancements being contemplated or provided in Cooksville to the vulnerable population be done only after meaningful consultations with the local BIA.

    In Favour (7)Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Ras, and Councillor Early*
    Opposed (16)Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, and Councillor Vicente
    Absent (1)Councillor Thompson
    Lost

In response to requests from Councillors Damerla, Parrish, and Dasko to consider additional areas affected by homelessness in the Region of Peel, Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services, clarified that the motion requests staff to report back on the feasibility of creating a potential program; not that a program be established. She noted that should a pilot program be approved, then Council could consider implementing the program Region wide, where needed.

Janice Baker, Chief Administrative Officer, stated that the proposed study would be high level and could include information such as an environmental scan, assessment and benchmarking. She noted that the study does not have to be rooted in a geographical area within the Region of Peel.

Councillor Parrish requested that the motion be split to consider the feasibility of a program in downtown Brampton; and then to consider the same for Cooksville.

  • Resolution Number2020-993
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Sinclair

    That the Terms of Reference of the Region of Peel Planning Advisory Committee be amended to include the selection process and eligibility requirements of non-elected members, as outlined in the report of the Interim Commissioner of Public Works, titled “Proposed Work Plan for the Peel Planning Advisory Committee”;

    And further, that the work plan, attached as Appendix II to the subject report, be approved.

    In Favour (23)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Vicente, and Councillor Early*
    Absent (1)Councillor Thompson
    Carried

Adrian Smith, Interim Chief Planner, stated that the Planning Advisory Committee membership is comprised of nine public members as previously approved by Regional Council. He noted that staff will report back to a future Council meeting regarding member selection. He stated that the Committee will function as an extension of the Region’s ongoing public engagement efforts, seeking input on the Regional policy work plan

Adrian Smith provided a point of clarification that the Committee Terms of Reference quorum requirements have been corrected to be a majority of the public membership.

Nil.

 

Resolution Number 2020-994
Moved by Councillor McFadden
Seconded by Councillor Sinclair

That section 4.2.12 of Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, be waived in order that the November 26, 2020 Regional Council meeting continue past 3:30
p.m.

Carried

19.
ITEMS RELATED TO ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
 

  • Resolution Number2020-995
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor McFadden

    That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Health Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Chair: Councillor Groves

    Vice-Chair: Councillor Damerla

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-996
    Moved byCouncillor Mahoney
    Seconded byCouncillor Starr

    That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Enterprise Programs and Services Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Chair: Councillor Fonseca

    Vice-Chair: Councillor Ras

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-997
    Moved byCouncillor Fortini
    Seconded byCouncillor Fonseca

    That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Human Services Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Chair: Councillor Medeiros

    Vice-Chair: Councillor Dhillon

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-998
    Moved byCouncillor Groves
    Seconded byCouncillor Dasko

    That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Public Works Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Chair: Councillor Starr

    Vice-Chair: Councillor Fortini

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-999
    Moved byCouncillor Starr
    Seconded byCouncillor Carlson

    That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Planning and Growth Management Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Chair: Councillor Parrish

    Vice-Chair: Councillor Thompson

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-1000
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Dasko

    That the membership of the Audit and Risk Committee for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Enterprise Programs and Services Section Chair Fonseca

    Enterprise Programs and Services Section Vice-Chair Ras

    Councillor Starr

    Councillor Santos

    Councillor Sinclair

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-1001
    Moved byCouncillor Innis
    Seconded byCouncillor Fonseca

    That the membership of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Public Works Section Chair Starr

    Public Works Section Vice-Chair Fortini

    Councillors Ras, Dhillon, Innis, Damerla, Mahoney and Sinclair.

    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-1002
    Moved byCouncillor Innis
    Seconded byCouncillor Mahoney

    That two Councillors be appointed to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority - Partners in Project Green: Executive Management Committee for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows:

    Councillor Fonseca

    Councillor Vicente

    Carried

20.
COMMUNICATIONS
 

Letter dated November 25, 2020, Regarding Regional Representation (Direction required)

  • Resolution Number2020-1003

    Received

    Moved by Councillor Brown
    Seconded by Councillor Parrish

    Whereas the Council of the Regional Municipality of Peel (the “Council”) has reviewed the number of its members that represent each of its local municipalities pursuant to s.218(6) of the Municipal Act, 2001 (the “Act”);

    And whereas, the Council has formed the intention to pass a by-law pursuant to s.218(2)(a) of the Act to change the number of its members that represent the City of Brampton and the Town of Caledon while maintaining the number of its members that represent the City of Mississauga, thereby maintaining the overall number of members of the Council;

    Therefore be it resolved, that notice be given pursuant to s.219(1) of the Act of Council’s intention to adopt a by-law to

    i) change the number of its members that represent the City of Brampton and the Town of Caledon by increasing the number representing Brampton by 2 to 9 members and decreasing the number representing Caledon by 2 to 3 members to be effective for purposes of the municipal election to be held in October 2022 and for purposes of the composition of the Council for the term of office to result from that election, and

    ii) to provide that the 2 additional members representing Brampton be selected by the Brampton City Council from among City Councillors to represent Brampton on Council for a full four year term;

    And further, that staff be directed to organize a public meeting to be held to consider the matter of Council’s intention

  • Resolution Number2020-1004
    Moved byCouncillor Innis
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That the motion regarding Regional Representation be deferred to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council meeting.

    Lost
  • Resolution Number2020-1005
    Moved byCouncillor Brown
    Seconded byCouncillor Parrish

    Whereas the Council of the Regional Municipality of Peel (the “Council”) has reviewed the number of its members that represent each of its local municipalities pursuant to s.218(6) of the Municipal Act, 2001 (the “Act”);

    And whereas, the Council has formed the intention to pass a by-law pursuant to s.218(2)(a) of the Act to change the number of its members that represent the City of Brampton and the Town of Caledon while maintaining the number of its members that represent the City of Mississauga, thereby maintaining the overall number of members of the Council;

    Therefore be it resolved, that notice be given pursuant to s.219(1) of the Act of Council’s intention to adopt a by-law to

    i) change the number of its members that represent the City of Brampton and the Town of Caledon by increasing the number representing Brampton by 2 to 9 members and decreasing the number representing Caledon by 2 to 3 members to be effective for purposes of the municipal election to be held in October 2022 and for purposes of the composition of the Council for the term of office to result from that election, and

    ii) to provide that the 2 additional members representing Brampton be selected by the Brampton City Council from among City Councillors to represent Brampton on Council for a full four year term;

    And further, that staff be directed to organize a public meeting to be held to consider the matter of Council’s intention.

    In Favour (17)Councillor Brown, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Starr, and Councillor Vicente
    Opposed (4)Councillor Innis, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Early*
    Abstain (2)Councillor Kovac, and Councillor Palleschi
    Absent (1)Councillor Damerla
    Carried

Councillor Medeiros advised that at its meeting held on November 25, 2020, Brampton Council unanimously approved a motion to seek Regional Council’s support for a composition of Regional Council that is based on representation by population. The proposed composition would provide for all members of Brampton Council to sit on Regional Council.

Councillor Brown noted that the current composition ratio at Regional Council is one elected official for 97,371 population in the City of Brampton; one elected official for 65,742 population in the City of Mississauga; and, one elected official for 15,660 population in the Town of Caledon. Federal and provincial ridings are based on representation by population.

Councillor Parrish stated that the issue of Regional Council composition was referred to the Regional Council Policies and Procedure Committee however, the Committee’s consideration of the issue was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She indicated her support for representation by population but noted that the Town of Caledon’s population is growing. Councillor Parrish suggested that increasing Brampton’s representation at Regional Council by two seats and reducing the Town of Caledon’s regional representation by two seats would be appropriate.

The Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services advised that should Regional Council pass a motion of its intention to enact a by-law to change its composition, a public meeting would need to be held with a minimum of 10 days’ public notice; the by-law would be sent to the three local municipalities; and, a triple majority would be required. If the triple majority is achieved, the motion would be sent to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. This process would need to be completed before December 31, 2021 to be effective for the 2022 municipal election.

Councillor Innis expressed concern that this item should have been added to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council agenda to provide the public with adequate notice of the proposed motion. She also noted that consideration should be given to other forms of representation, such as rural representation and weighted voting.

Councillor Sinclair noted his preference to have the City of Brampton’s letter referred to the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee.

Councillor Brown stated that, in consideration of the historic seat allocation to the Town of Caledon, he would accept Councillor Parrish’s amendment to allocate to the City of Brampton two additional seats and that the Town of Caledon would retain three seats. He stated that while that decision would not fully address the issue of representation by population, it would be a step in the right direction. Councillor Brown clarified that the proposed motion would request an allocation of 12 seats for the City of Mississauga, nine seats for the City of Brampton and three seats for the Town of Caledon, leaving the total number of seats at the Region of Peel unchanged.

Councillor Thompson noted his disappointment in the manner that the motion was brought forward without notice or opportunity for fulsome discussion.

23.

Three Readings

  • Resolution Number2020-1006
    Moved byCouncillor Saito
    Seconded byCouncillor Vicente

    That the by-laws listed on the November 26, 2020 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 71-2020 and 72-2020, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Deputy Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.

    Carried

A by-law to provide for the Regional Corporation’s consent to permit encroachments onto parts of Regional Road 4 (Dixie Road), City of Mississauga.
(Related to 19.2)

A by-law to provide for the Regional Corporation’s consent to permit encroachments onto parts of Regional Road 50 (Highway 50), Town of Caledon.
(Related to 19.3)

  • Resolution Number2020-1007
    Moved byCouncillor McFadden
    Seconded byCouncillor Groves

    That Council proceed “In Camera” to consider reports relating to the following:

    • Moving Forward with the Rapid Housing Initiative (A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board)
    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-1008
    Moved byCouncillor Santos
    Seconded byCouncillor Ras

    That Council move out of "In Camera".

    Carried

Council moved in camera at 5:00 p.m.

Council moved out of in camera at 5:05 p.m.

  • Resolution Number2020-1009
    Received

This item was dealt with under the consent agenda.

(Oral) (Labour relations or employee negotiations) (For information) 

  • Resolution Number2020-1010

Deferred to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council meeting

 

  • Resolution Number2020-1011

Deferred to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council meeting

 

(A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board)

  • Resolution Number2020-1012
    Moved byCouncillor Parrish
    Seconded byCouncillor Thompson

    That The Regional Municipality of Peel enter into a Final Compensation Agreement with Maria Incoronata Colavita, as Owner, and 2042262 Ontario Ltd., as Beneficial Owner, in accordance with the terms set out in the in camera report of the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services and Interim Commissioner of Public Works, titled “Payment of Compensation Pursuant to the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26, Mayfield Road Widening – EXP-18075.53 – Airport Road to Coleraine Drive – City of Brampton, Ward 10 and Town of Caledon, Wards 2, 4 and 5”, for the full and final settlement and the Owner and Beneficial Owner providing a release of all claims arising from the expropriation of the following interest in land:

    • Fee Simple interest in the lands described as Part of Lot 1, Concession 3, Town of Caledon (formerly Township of Albion), Regional Municipality of Peel, designated as Part 1 on Expropriation Plan PR3547595, being All of PIN 14348-0424(LT);

    And further, that the funds be financed from Capital Project 11-4075.

    Carried

This item was dealt with under the consent agenda.

(Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; and, Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for the purpose)

  • Resolution Number2020-1013

Deferred to the December 3, 2020 Regional Council Meeting

 

(A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board)

  • Resolution Number2020-1014
    Moved byCouncillor Santos
    Seconded byCouncillor Ras

    That the Commissioner of Human Services be authorized to execute the Rapid Housing Initiative Agreement with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for receipt of funding to develop new permanent affordable and transitional rental housing units, on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor;

    And further, that the Commissioner of Human Services be delegated authority to approve the use of the funding to fulfill the obligations of participating in the Rapid Housing Initiative in Peel, including but not limited to, any and all agreements or ancillary documents required for the development and/or conversion of selected projects under the Rapid Housing Initiative, and any Agreements of Purchase and Sale for the acquisition of property;

    And further, that the Directors responsible for the Housing Services and Housing Development Office be delegated authority to execute agreements and other related documents to fulfill the obligations of the Rapid Housing Initiative in Peel, on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor;

    And further, that the Commissioner of Finance and the Chief Financial Officer be delegated authority to award procurement contracts necessary to fulfill the obligations of the Rapid Housing Initiative on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, to the limit of the program’s approved budget;

    And further, that to the extent, if any, that the authority conferred or delegated is to be exercised other than in accordance with the Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended, as a matter of necessity to fulfill obligations or objectives of the Rapid Housing Initiative, Council state pursuant to sections 3.1 and 3.2 of that by-law, as a matter of public record, that it is satisfied that procurement in such manner is necessary in the public interest by reason of the urgent necessity of addressing the need for affordable rental housing in Peel and of taking advantage of the opportunity to do so which is presented by the Rapid Housing Initiative;

    And further, that a Housing Support capital project be established in the amount of $30.4 million, funded through the Federal Rapid Housing Initiative program.

    In Favour (21)Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente
    Abstain (2)Councillor Crombie, and Christina Early*
    Absent (1)Councillor Damerla
    Carried
  • Resolution Number2020-1015
    Moved byCouncillor Dasko
    Seconded byCouncillor McFadden

    That By-law 73-2020 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on November 26, 2020, 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 Deputy Regional Clerk, and the corporate seal be affixed thereto.

    Carried

The meeting adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

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