THE COUNCIL OF

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL

MINUTES

Thursday, October 22, 2020

9:30 A.m. - 3:30 P.m.

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
• J. Downey
• 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

Staff Present

• J. Baker, Chief Administrative Officer
• S. Baird, 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. Smith, Interim Chief Planner
• A. Farr, Interim Commissioner of Public Works
• 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
• H. Gill, Legislative Specialist
• S. Valleau, Legislative Specialist
• R. Khan, Legislative Technical Coordinator

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Regional Chair Iannicca called the meeting of Regional Council to order at 9:33 a.m. in the Council Chamber, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton.

Councillor Kovac arrived at 10:02 a.m.

Councillor Dhillon arrived at 9:52 a.m.

Councillor Starr arrived at 9:53 a.m.

Councillor Thompson departed at 2:26 p.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

October 8, 2020 Regional Council meeting

• Resolution Number 2020-820
  Moved by Councillor Carlson
  Seconded by Councillor Downey

  That the minutes of the October 8, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved.

  Carried

5.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

• Resolution Number 2020-821
  Moved by Councillor Crombie
  Seconded by Councillor Parrish

  That the agenda for the October 22, 2020 Regional Council meeting include a communication from the Peel Safe and Active Routes to School Committee, regarding installation of automated school bus stop arm cameras, to be dealt with under Items Related to Public Works - Item 16.7;

  And further, that the agenda for the October 22, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended.

  Carried

6.

CONSENT AGENDA

• Resolution Number 2020-822
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That the following matters listed on the October 22, 2020 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4, 15.3, 15.4, 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, 16.4, 16.5, 16.6, 16.7, 18.1, 20.1, 24.1 and 24.2.

  In Favour (23)

  Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, 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

  Absent (1)

  Councillor Kovac

  Carried

 

RESOLUTIONS AS A RESULT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA

9.

COMMUNICATIONS

9.1

Christine Massey, Resident, City of Bampton

Email dated October 6, 2020, Regarding How the Centres for Disease Control and World Health Organization Will Fake the Effects of the COVID Vaccine to Make it Look Like a Success (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-823
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

9.2

Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Letter dated October 8, 2020, Advising that the Helping Tenants and Small Businesses Act, 2020 has Received Royal Assent (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-824
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

9.3

Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure

Email dated October 13, 2020, Regarding Investing in Canada Infrastructure Plan Funding (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-825
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

9.4

Kate Manson-Smith, Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Mario Di Tommaso, Deputy Minister of Community Safety

Email dated October 10, 2020, Regarding Enforcement of Orders under the Reopening Ontario Act, 2020 (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-826
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

9.5

Danielle Andrade, Acting Senior Program Development Officer, Government of Canada

Email dated October 8, 2020, Regarding Additional Funding for Community Entities During COVID-19 (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-827
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

13.

ITEMS RELATED TO ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

13.2

Encroachment Agreement – 44 Simpson Road (Coleraine Drive) - Town of Caledon, Ward 5 – Owner: 1799125 Ontario Ltd.

(Related to By-law 63-2020)

• Resolution Number 2020-828
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That the encroachment of a private 375mm storm sewer on Regional Road 150 (Coleraine Drive), adjacent to the property known municipally as 44 Simpson Road, Caledon, be permitted in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in an Encroachment Agreement between The Regional Municipality of Peel and 1799125 Ontario Ltd;

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

  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

13.3

Report of the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC-7/2020) meeting held on October 1, 2020

(Related to By-laws 64-2020 and 65-2020) 

• Resolution Number 2020-829
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That the report of the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC-7/2020) meeting held on October 1, 2020, be adopted.

  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

2. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Nil.

3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION PPC-13-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-830

That the agenda for the October 1, 2020 Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee meeting be approved.

Approved

4. DELEGATIONS

4.1       Jeffrey Abrams and Janice Atwood-Petkovski, Integrity Commissioners, Principles Integrity

Presenting an Overview of Proposed Amendments to the Principles Integrity Recommended Regional Council Code of Conduct (Related to 7.1, 7.2 and 7.3)

Resolution Number 2020-831

Received

 

RECOMMENDATION PPC-14-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-832

That the Regional Council Code of Conduct provided as an attachment to the delegation from Jeffrey Abrams and Janice Atwood-Petkovski, Integrity Commissioners, Principles Integrity, be approved, as amended;

And further, that the existing Regional Council Code of Conduct By-law 1-2017, as amended, be repealed;

And further, that the required by-law be presented to Regional Council for enactment.

Approved

5. REPORTS

            WITHDRAWN

5.1       Process to Enact a By-law to Provide Mississauga a Designated Voting Member 

5.2       Review of Regional Council Composition

(For information)

RECOMMENDATION PPC-15-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-833

That the report of the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services, titled “Review of Regional Council Composition”, be deferred to the next Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee meeting.

Approved

5.3       Regional Council Agenda Development Process

(For information)

RECOMMENDATION PPC-16-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-834

That the Region of Peel Procedure By-law be amended to provide that Revised Council agendas be distributed to each member of Regional Council not less than 72 hours (three days), prior to the time of the regular Council meeting;

And further, that delegations be required to provide all materials not less than 48 hours (2 days) prior to the time of the committee or regular Council meeting;

And further, that the required amending by-law be presented to Regional Council for enactment.

Approved

 

5.4       Establishing a Region of Peel Media Release Policy

RECOMMENDATION PPC-17-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-835

That the Media Release Policy attached as Appendix II to the report of the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services, titled “Establishing a Region of Peel Media Release Policy”, be approved;

And further, that the Media Release Policy replace Corporate Policy I30-02 – Communication with Media.

Approved

 

5.5       Replacing the Regional By-law to Indemnify Employees and Members of Council

(Related to By-law 64-2020)

RECOMMENDATION PPC-18-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-836

That By-law 38-2005, as amended by By-law 24-2014 (the “By-law”) be repealed and replaced with a newly enacted by-law to provide:

a) clarification of the ability of Regional Council to provide indemnification or reimbursement of legal costs incurred by members of Regional Council and Regional employees in proceedings under or pursuant to the criminal law, including the Criminal Code of Canada (the “Criminal Code”) where deemed appropriate by Regional Council in its discretion; and

b) protection for members of Regional Council and Regional employees from liability to the Region and the prevention of proceedings by the Region against members of Regional Council and Regional employees in certain instances described in the report of the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services and the Regional Solicitor titled “Replacing the Regional By-law to Indemnify Employees and Members of Council”;

And further, that the required by-law be presented to Regional Council for enactment;

And further, that staff be directed to revise the Region’s external insurance program to remove coverage for legal costs incurred in Criminal Code proceedings with indemnifying coverage being extended instead in the discretion of Regional Council, to be exercised on a case by case basis.

Approved

6. COMMUNICATIONS

Nil.

7. OTHER BUSINESS

7.1       Motion Regarding Rules Governing the Conduct of the Regional Chair as it Relates to the Sharing of Information to Council as a Collective Whole and Endorsement of Regional Council Position Statements

(Related to 4.1 and 7.2)

  

Resolution Number 2020-837

Received

7.2       Resolution 2019-1069 - Paragraph [105] from the Integrity Commissioner’s Report Titled, "Region of Peel – Code of Conduct Complaint Against Chair Iannicca – Recommendation Report"

(Related to 4.1 and 7.1)

Resolution Number 2020-838

Received

7.3       Request that Amendments to the Peel Regional Council Code of Conduct Include a Process for Resolving Matters Under Joint Responsibility of the Region and Local Municipalities

(Related to 4.1)

Resolution Number 2020-839

Received

13.4

Report from the Deputy Clerk Regarding the Public Meeting held on October 8, 2020

Regarding the Proposed Region of Peel Development Charges By-law and Background Study

• Resolution Number 2020-840
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

15.

ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS

15.3

Maintenance Hole Deficiency Repairs, Various Locations, Capital Project 18-2307, Assignment No. 3, Document 2020-295T

• Resolution Number 2020-841
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That the contract (Document 2020-295T) for maintenance hole deficiency repairs at various locations throughout the Region of Peel, Assignment No.3, be awarded to Rockwell Site Works Inc. in the estimated amount of $3,365,956.00 (excluding applicable taxes), under Capital Project 18-2307, in accordance with Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended.

  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

15.4

Report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC-3/2020) meeting held on October 1, 2020

• Resolution Number 2020-842
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That the report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC-3/2020) meeting held on October 1, 2020, be adopted.

  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

2. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Nil

3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-12-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-843

That the agenda for the October 1, 2020 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting include an oral update on waste management services during COVID-19, to be dealt with under Reports – Item 5.3 as the first item of business;

And further, that the agenda for the October 1, 2020 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting be approved, as amended.

Approved

4. DELEGATIONS

Nil

5. REPORTS

Item 5.3 was dealt with.

5.3       Update on Waste Management Services During COVID-19

(Oral)

Resolution Number 2020-844

Received

5.1       Status Update: Mixed Waste Processing Pilot

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

Resolution Number 2020-845

Received

5.2       Curbside and Multi-Residential Enforcement Programs to Reduce Blue Box Contamination

RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-13-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-846

That Region-wide curbside and multi-residential enforcement programs be implemented to reduce contamination in the blue box and other waste collection programs as outlined in the report of the Interim Commissioner of Public Works titled “Curbside and Multi-Residential Enforcement Programs to Reduce Blue Box Contamination”;

And further, that curbside households that regularly set out extra bags of recycling be provided with education on how to fit more recycling in the blue cart and, where appropriate as determined by staff, be given a larger or second blue cart as outlined in the subject report;

And further, that the programs outlined in the subject report be funded from general working fund reserves.

Approved

 

RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-14-2020:

Resolution Number 2020-847

That staff be directed to provide regular updates or messaging regarding the Region of Peel curbside and multi-residential programs to Members of Council to be shared with constituents.

Approved

16.

COMMUNICATIONS

16.1

Bruce and Shirley Reed, Property Owners, City of Brampton 

Letter dated September 21, 2020, Providing a Copy of a Letter to the Minister of Transportation Regarding the GTA West Transportation Corridor, Urban Boulevard Concept versus Traditional Highway within Heritage Heights, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1 and 16.2 to 16.6 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-848
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.2

Adam Goldstein, Redwood Properties

Email dated September 24, 2020, Expressing Support for the GTA West/Urban Motorway - Heritage Heights Secondary Plan Area, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1, 16.1 and 16.3 to 16.6 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-849
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.3

Kaveh Wahdat, Planning Coordinator, Maplequest Group

Email dated September 24, 2020, Providing a Copy of Maplequest Group’s Letter to the Minister of Transportation Regarding the GTA West Transportation Corridor, Urban Boulevard Concept versus Traditional Highway within Heritage Heights, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1, 16.1, 16.2 and 16.4 to 16.6 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-850
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.4

Lindsey Baskerville, Project Manager, Mattamy Homes Canada, on behalf of D’Orazio Group in Partnership with Mattamy Homes (DMHH Partnership)

Email dated September 25, 2020, Providing a Copy of DMHH Partnership's Letter to the Minister of Transportation Regarding GTA West Transportation Corridor, Urban Boulevard Concept versus Traditional Highway within Heritage Heights, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1, 16.1 to 16.3 inclusive,16.5 and 16.6)

• Resolution Number 2020-851
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.5

Larry and Heather Laidlaw, Owners, Orchalaw Farms

Letter dated September 29, 2020, Providing a Copy of a Letter to the Minister of Transportation Regarding GTA West Transportation Corridor, Urban Boulevard Concept versus Traditional Highway within Heritage Heights, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1, 16.1 to 16.4 inclusive and 16.6)

• Resolution Number 2020-852
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.6

Eddie Lee, Vice President, Land Development and Construction, Forest Hill Homes on behalf of Bramwest Development Corporation

Letter dated September 29, 2020, Providing a Copy of Bramwest Development Corporation’s Letter to the Minister of Transportation Regarding GTA West Transportation Corridor, Urban Boulevard Concept versus Traditional Highway within Heritage Heights, City of Brampton (Receipt recommended) (Related to 7.1, 15.1, 16.1 to 16.5 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-853
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

16.7

Peel Safe and Active Routes to School Committee

Letter dated October 21, 2020, Regarding Installation of Automated School Bus Stop Arm Cameras supporting Region of Peel Schools (Receipt recommended) (Related to 15.2)

• Resolution Number 2020-854
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

18.

COMMUNICATIONS

18.1

Christine Massey, Spokesperson, Fluoride Free Peel

Email dated October 9, 2020, Advising that the Former National Toxicology Program and National Institutes of Health Director Raises Alarm About Fluoridation (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-855
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

20.

COMMUNICATIONS

20.1

Tina Malti, Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology and Director, Centre for Child Development, Mental Health and Policy, University of Toronto Mississauga

Letter dated September 23, 2020, Advising of the Award of a Partnership Development Grant for the Project titled Building Interconnectedness: Linking Social-Emotional Development Research to Practice and Policy (Receipt recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-856
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

24.

IN CAMERA MATTERS

24.1

October 8, 2020 Regional Council Closed Session Report

• Resolution Number 2020-857
  Received

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

24.2

Commencement of Expropriation Proceedings – Steeles Avenue Widening – EXP-20041.00 – Chinguacousy Road to Mississauga Road – City of Brampton, Wards 4 and 6

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

• Resolution Number 2020-858
  Moved by Councillor Downey
  Seconded by Councillor Santos

  That commencement of expropriation proceedings regarding the Steeles Avenue Widening project for the acquisition of the lands as set out in Appendix I to the in camera report to Regional Council at its meeting on October 22, 2020 titled “Commencement of Expropriation Proceedings – Steeles Avenue Widening – EXP-20041.00 – Chinguacousy Road to Mississauga Road – City of Brampton, Wards 4 and 6” be approved and become public upon approval;

  And further, that the necessary by-law, including the Application for Approval to Expropriate Land and the Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land attached as Schedules B and C to the by-law, for the lands as set out in Appendix I to the subject report, be presented for enactment;

  And further, that following service and publication of the Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land, the Application for Approval to Expropriate Land and recommendation of any inquiry be reported to Regional Council for its consideration and decision as the approving authority under the Expropriations Act;

  And further, that the Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, upon the advice of the Regional Solicitor, be authorized to approve Direct Negotiations for retention of other professional services, including appraisal services, that may be required, under Capital Project 14-4035, for the completion of the necessary property acquisitions and expropriation proceedings.

  Carried

This item was dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

 

AGENDA ITEMS SUBJECT TO DISCUSSION AND DEBATE

7.

DELEGATIONS

7.1

Bob Bjerke, Director, Policy Planning and Andrew McNeill, Strategic Leader, City of Brampton; and, Ian Lockwood, Principal, Toole Design Group

Regarding Planning for the Heritage Heights Community in Brampton (Related to 15.1 and 16.1 to 16.6 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-859
  Received

Andrew McNeill, Strategic Leader, City of Brampton, provided an overview of the proposed Heritage Heights community concept, stating that the plan would develop the land in a manner that realizes the provincial objective of catalyzing employment and mixed use development; and maximizes value, creativity and financial return. He noted the design promotes healthy, sustainable living with walking, cycling, transit use, and a robust network for automobile traffic. The plan would create an environment to encourage employment growth and entrepreneurialism, and provide a green approach to urban development, transportation planning and technology.

Ian Lockwood, Principal, Toole Design Group, provided an overview of the plan details including proposed transit services and the benefits of a boulevard design in comparison to a highway model.

In response to a question from Councillor Thompson regarding costing of the proposed concept, Andrew McNeill stated that approval of the concept is the first step and that a funding mechanism and financial impacts will follow. Bob Bjerke, Director, Policy Planning, City of Brampton, stated that City of Brampton staff propose the boulevard will be less expensive to construct than a highway due to reduced land acquisition and construction costs.

In response to a question from Councillor Innis regarding the 40 metre hydro corridor, Andrew McNeill noted that City of Brampton staff have requested that the provincial government consider the hydro infrastructure to be urban in design. He stated that underground infrastructure would be more costly than overhead design but that specific costs could not yet be quantified.

Councillor Parrish suggested that the delegation present the Heritage Heights Community concept to the local municipalities and include more information on costing and Development Charges.

Councillor Damerla suggested that representatives from the Ministry of Transportation delegate to a future Regional Council meeting to provide an update on the GTA West Corridor planning and the future construction of Highway 413.

 

Item 15.1 was dealt with.

15.

ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS

15.1

GTA West Transportation Corridor Environmental Assessment – Preferred Route Update

(For information) (Related to 7.1 and 16.1 to 16.6 inclusive)

• Resolution Number 2020-860
  Received
• Resolution Number 2020-861
  Moved by Councillor Palleschi
  Seconded by Councillor Vicente

  That staff work with staff from the three local municipalities to review the City of Brampton Heritage Heights community planning concept and report back to a future meeting of Regional Council.

  Carried

Councillor Palleschi proposed that City of Brampton staff present the Heritage Heights Community concept to the local municipalities; and, he requested that the future report to Regional Council include costing information, where possible, and confirmation as to whether the proposed planning concept needs to be included as part of the provincial Environmental Assessment (EA) process to be able to address any outstanding questions.

In response to a question from Councillor Saito regarding previously collected Development Charges (DCs), Adrian Smith, Interim Chief Planner, clarified that DCs had been collected for the North-South transportation corridor that has since been superseded by the provincial GTA West process. He noted that those funds have been retained for Regional aspects of the project and should the management of the GTA West and EA change, the allocation of DC funding would be reconsidered.

Councillor Saito requested that the future report include detailed information on the original plan and costing when Regional Council approved the collection of fees for the North-South Corridor; and how those funds relate to the proposed concept.

8.

COVID-19 RELATED MATTERS

8.1

Update on the Region of Peel’s Response to COVID-19

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

• Resolution Number 2020-862
  Received

Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer of Health, provided an update on the current status of the pandemic noting that Region of Peel daily cases at the time were steady but high, at approximately 130 to 150. Peel Public Health continues to track hospitalizations and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) usage which has remained steady and low throughout the Region. He noted that contact tracing indicates cases continue to occur in large workplaces, large households and social gatherings; with some cases occurring in sports teams and one school closure. Dr. Loh noted that the low number of school cases to date is a result of the precautions taken to ensure safe school openings. In general, however, cases remain high and the additional measure may have come at the right time to prevent further spread.

Peel Public Health continues to monitor the development of vaccines and a recent vaccine trial stoppage was an example of safety mechanisms required anytime a vaccine trial identifies a negative side effect. These safety mechanisms are necessary to ensure approved vaccines are safe and effective for the public.

Dr. Loh stated that Peel Public Health continues to integrate equity considerations into the planning of new interventions and the development of a framework to address vulnerable populations; and will continue working with the community to expand current supports, provide greater awareness, and consider options for advocacy on issues with respect to vulnerable persons and COVID-19 risks.

Dr. Loh stated there is a significant demand for the flu vaccine this year and recommended booking in advance to ensure availability. He noted that Peel Public Health vaccine clinics are prioritized for those who do not have OHIP and children six months to five years of age. He stated that influenza vaccine clinics will be operated at Region of Peel facilities that are in close proximity to public transportation and have the ability to conduct COVID-19 screening and maintain protective measures, such as physical distancing. He noted that the delivery of public communications regarding flu clinics will be delivered immediately following the provincial communications campaign, in mid to late October.

Dr. Loh reiterated that COVID-19 spreads from person to person and he encouraged everyone to limit close contacts to immediate households and essential supports. He stated adherence to the four core behaviours is essential for in person meetings: stay two metres apart, wear a mask, wash hands often and get tested and self-isolate if sick or exposed.

In response to a request from Councillor Dasko to provide a Halloween message to residents, Dr. Loh noted that a messaging campaign is being prepared and will be provided to all Councillors.

In response to a question from Councillor Dasko regarding the modified stage two restrictions, Dr. Loh stated that provincial restrictions were based on adjacency and consistency across regions and recommendations from many communities across the province, including the Region of Peel. 

In response to a question from Councillor Ras regarding self-isolation requirements, Dr. Loh indicated that the provincial government has provided new guidelines: those who test positive for COVID-19 should self-isolate for ten days and those who have been exposed to the virus should be tested and isolate for 14 days.

In response to a question from Councillor Parrish regarding longer test centre wait times in the Region of Peel compared to other areas in Ontario, Dr. Loh noted that Ontario Health is the agency responsible for testing, and the question can be directed to them .

In response to questions from Councillor Brown regarding the need for additional resources, Dr. Loh noted that Peel Public Health is involved in discussions with the provincial government and other health units regarding the need for additional case managers, contact tracers and outbreak investigators. He stated that a report outlining anticipated needs for the next year will be presented at the next Regional Council meeting.

In response to a request from Councillor Starr, Dr. Loh undertook to provide members with a media communication highlighting key points of the modified stage two restrictions for distribution to the public and impacted businesses, such as restaurants and bars.

In response to questions from Councillor Crombie, Dr. Loh stated that the provincial regulations continue to be points of discussion between health units and the provincial government.

10.

STAFF PRESENTATIONS

10.1

Community Safety and Well-being Plan 2020-2024

Presentation by Nishan Duraiappah and Nancy Polsinelli, Co-Chairs, Community Safety and Well-being System Leadership Table

• Resolution Number 2020-863
  Received
• Resolution Number 2020-864

  Moved by Councillor Downey, Councillor Palleschi and Councillor Saito

  That the Community Safety and Well-being Plan, attached as Appendix I to the report from the Commissioner of Health Services, titled “Community Safety and Well-being Plan 2020-2024”, be adopted;

  And further, that the additional resources to implement and sustain the Community Safety and Well-being Plan 2020-2024 as outlined in the subject report, be approved;

  And further, that a copy of the Community Safety and Well-being Plan 2020-2024 be forwarded to the Ministry of the Solicitor General, as required by the Police Services Act, 1990;

  And further, that a copy of the subject report and Plan be forwarded to all Peel-area MPPs, the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon, for their information.

  In Favour (24)

  Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, 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

  Carried

Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services stated that the Community Safety and Well-being Plan 2020-2024 (the Plan) is the product of two years of collaborative, community effort with over 25 community partners. She highlighted key development milestones and provided an overview of the goals, strategies and actions included to address family violence, mental health addiction and systemic discrimination.

Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police (PRP), provided an overview of the legislative requirements for the Community Safety and Well-being Plan (the Plan) under the Police Services Act, 1990. He reviewed the Plan’s vision, mission and areas of focus. Chief Duraiappah noted that the community partners agreed to a process for an endorsement model, whereby partner organizations are asked to sign a stakeholder agreement to demonstrate a commitment to the Plan ensuring Peel is a safe, inclusive and connected community where all residents thrive.

Nancy Polsinelli stated that the Region of Peel is an active partner in the Plan’s development, implementation and sustainability; and is accountable through provincial legislation for monitoring and reporting. She noted that Health Services staff provide ongoing coordination and facilitation of the Community Safety and Well-being tables; community engagement and communications; and, monitoring and evaluation of the Plan. She stated that the proposed 2021 budget will include funding for six permanent positions to ensure work is completed and the Plan is successfully implemented.

In response to a question from Councillor Crombie, Chief Duraiappah confirmed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Peel Regional Police (PRP) and the Ontario Human Rights Commission. He noted that the MOU demonstrates the PRP’s commitment to address the systemic racism that is prevalent in all services across the system.

In response to a question from Councillor Brown, Chief Duraiappah confirmed that Peel Regional Police were successful in receiving a closed-circuit television (CCTV) public safety program grant from the Solicitor General and Attorney General, which will be operationalized along the large transportation corridors. He noted that the grant will allow PRP to tighten the safety and security net in the Region of Peel.

11.

ITEMS RELATED TO PLANNING AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT

Nil.

12.

COMMUNICATIONS

12.1

Laura Hall, Acting General Manager, Corporate Services and Acting Town Clerk, Town of Caledon

Letter dated October 6, 2020, Providing a Copy of the Town of Caledon Resolution and Report titled “Town of Caledon Initial Planning Comments on Status of the Peel 2041 Regional Official Plan Review” (Referral to Public Works recommended)

• Resolution Number 2020-865

Referred to Public Works

 

In response to a question from Councillor Parrish, Adrian Smith, Interim Chief Planner, clarified that the Town of Caledon report, titled “Town of Caledon Initial Planning Comments on Status of the Peel 2041 Regional Official Plan Review”, would be referred to staff to provide input into the broader comprehensive review process. He confirmed that staff will incorporate the information into the overall Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR) and report back to a future Regional Council meeting.

In response to a question from Councillor Ras regarding reporting timelines, Adrian Smith noted that staff will provide an update report to Regional Council in December 2020 and a final report would be presented early in the new year.

13.

ITEMS RELATED TO ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

13.1

Update on the Development of the 2021 Budget

• Resolution Number 2020-866
  Moved by Councillor Ras
  Seconded by Councillor Kovac

  That, to decrease pressure on the 2021 operating budget and maintain financial flexibility, the debt financing for the Seniors Health and Wellness Village, estimated at $16.7 million, be replaced with funds from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve;

  And further, that the Regional Chair, write a letter to the provincial government, on behalf of Regional Council, in support of the City of Mississauga’s advocacy efforts to remove the five per cent cap on the Payments In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) from the Greater Toronto Airport Authority which has been sought for decades to avoid the type of dramatic fall in PILTS that is currently happening.

  In Favour (24)

  Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, 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

  Carried

Councillor Ras raised a concern with respect to the estimated 3.7 per cent net tax levy increase given the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Peel residents and businesses.

14.

COMMUNICATIONS

Nil.

15.

ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS

15.2

Automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera – Interim Update

(For information) (Related to 16.7) 

• Resolution Number 2020-867
  Moved by Councillor Ras
  Seconded by Councillor Downey

  Whereas October is Pedestrian Safety Month in the Region of Peel and Ministry of Transportation, recognizing the collaboration with Partners and the raising of awareness in our communities in order to proactively address pedestrian safety issues for all road users;

  And whereas, Peel Regional Council recognizes the need to work collaboratively with its community partners to support and increase safety for children travelling to and from school;

  And whereas, Peel Regional Council unanimously endorsed Resolution 2019-1134, supporting the development of a school bus stop arm camera program which upholds the principles of Vision Zero;

  And whereas, Regional Council unanimously endorsed Resolution 2020-446 that directed staff to support the Student Transportation of Peel Region’s (STOPR) procurement process for the suite of modern school bus technologies and directed staff to report back to Council with options, scope and costs for implementing an automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera Program in the Region of Peel;

  And whereas, Ontario Bill 107 which enables the use of Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS) to be used in conjunction with Automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera Programs is awaiting proclamation;

  And whereas, Ontario Regulation 424/20, which came into effect September 1st, 2020, introduces a regulatory framework which sets out evidentiary rules to govern automated school bus stop arm programs;

  And whereas, other Provincial municipalities have moved forward with stop-arm camera pilots under the current Provincial Offences Act (POA) system;

  And whereas, Peel Regional Council supports a “Made in Peel, No Child Left Behind” program using a qualified vendor(s) that can assist in implementing a School Bus Stop Arm Camera technology program;

  And whereas, on September 3, 2020, the Region of Peel was notified by Student Transportation of Peel Region (STOPR) the results of PDSB Peel Advance Contract Notification (PCAN) #M20-4513;

  Therefore be it resolved, that staff be directed to support the STOPR procurement process by initiating without prejudice negotiations with STOPR’s selected vendors for the acquisition of technologies and services necessary to implement a Peel Region Automated Stop Arm Camera Program in accordance with the Procurement Bylaw 30-2018, as amended;

  And further, that all equipment and services meet or exceed current and future regulatory and legislative requirements and that the Working Group is updated on the progress of those discussions no later than November 11, 2020.

  And further, that Staff proceed with implementation of a Peel Region Automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera Program, working directly with Student Transportation of Peel Region (STOPR) their vendor(s) and affiliated School Bus Consortia, in a timeline that respects the operational needs and schedules of School Boards and School Bus transportation providers, for a scheduled full fleet rollout for September 2021;

  And further, that Council direct a broader range of Regional personnel and resources, including but not limited to, the CAO’s office, Information Technology and Government Relations, to be utilized in the execution and implementation of a Peel Regional Automated Stop Arm Camera program;

  And further, that staff prioritize the pursuit and development of a Peel Region Central Processing Centre, critical to the successful operation of a Peel Regional Automated Stop Arm Camera program, that can provide efficient program delivery, effective enforcement and increased employment and economic opportunities for the Region of Peel.

  And further, that as part of implementation, staff report to Regional Council with any requisite vendor, financial and other agreements, as well as budget implications, that require Council approval.

  In Favour (23)

  Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, 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, and Councillor Vicente

  Absent (1)

  Councillor Thompson

  Carried

17.

ITEMS RELATED TO HEALTH

17.1

Paramedic Services 2021 Response Time Framework

• Resolution Number 2020-868
  Moved by Councillor Sinclair
  Seconded by Councillor Groves

  That the recommended Response Time Framework for Peel Regional Paramedic Services for the year 2021, as described in the report of the Acting Commissioner of Health Services, titled “Paramedic Services 2021 Response Time Framework,” be approved.

  In Favour (22)	Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, 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, and Councillor Vicente
  Abstain (1)	Councillor Fonseca
  Absent (1)	Councillor Thompson

  Carried

Councillor Sinclair and Councillor Groves requested that staff provide response time statistics for the Town of Caledon, as well as information regarding changes in fuel and maintenance costs since the deployment model was changed.

In response to a question from Councillor Parrish regarding the potential viability of a paramedic station located in Pearson International Airport, Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services, noted that staff met with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) in the late summer and have started a collaborative process to identify paramedic needs at the airport.

Councillor Innis congratulated the paramedics team for improved call response times.

19.

ITEMS RELATED TO HUMAN SERVICES

Nil.

21.

OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCILLOR ENQUIRIES

Nil.

22.

NOTICE OF MOTION/MOTION

22.1

Motion Regarding a Request for Support of Banning Single Use Plastics

• Resolution Number 2020-869
  Moved by Councillor Innis
  Seconded by Councillor Ras

  Whereas the Government of Canada is taking steps toward eliminating plastic pollution in Canada, including potentially banning or restricting harmful single-use plastic products, where warranted and supported by science;

  And whereas, since signing the Ocean Plastics Charter in June 2018, and approving in principle the Canada-wide Strategy on Zero Plastic Waste in November 2018, the Government of Canada has signaled its intent to move toward a more sustainable approach to producing, using and managing plastics in Canada;

  And whereas, the Government of Canada, on October 7, 2020, released a discussion paper on a proposed integrated waste management approach to plastics and is seeking input on the discussion paper by December 9, 2020;

  And whereas, the discussion paper includes a potential ban of harmful single-use plastic items including plastic checkout bags, stir sticks, six-pack rings, cutlery, straws and food service ware made from problematic plastics;

  And whereas, viable alternative non-plastic options exist for each of the harmful single-use plastic items considered in the potential ban;

  And whereas, the Region of Peel is responsible for managing plastics in the residential waste stream;

  And whereas, the Region Council approved Resolution 2018-631 at its meeting held on June 28, 2018 requesting the Federal Government to develop a national strategy that addresses plastic pollution;

  Therefore be it resolved, that the Region of Peel Council supports the Federal Government’s proposal to ban harmful single-use plastic items in 2021, and not through a phased in approach, including plastic checkout bags, stir sticks, six-pack rings, cutlery, straws, food service ware made from problematic plastics;

  And further, that the Region supports a national strategy on plastic pollution that includes a minimum recycled content performance standard for single-use plastics;

  And further, that the Region supports a national strategy on plastic pollution that modernizes composting certification standards for compostable products and packages to be in line with municipal organics processing operations;

  And further, that the Region submit comments on the discussion paper by December 9, 2020 to the Director of the Plastics and Marine Litter Division of Environment and Climate Change Canada and participate in any forthcoming engagement opportunities;

  And further, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada; the Association of Municipalities of Ontario; the Federation of Canadian Municipalities; the Ontario Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks; and, Peel-area MPs and MPPs.

  In Favour (23)

  Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, 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, and Councillor Vicente

  Absent (1)

  Councillor Thompson

  Carried

In response to a question from Councillor Innis, Norman Lee, Director of Waste Management, stated that the federal government issued a policy paper and the provincial government issued a draft regulation with respect to the transition of the blue box program to full producer responsibility. He noted that staff are reviewing the legislation and will report their findings to the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 19, 2020.

23.

BY-LAWS

Three Readings

• Resolution Number 2020-870
  Moved by Councillor Fonseca
  Seconded by Councillor Dasko

  That the by-laws listed on the October 22, 2020 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 63-2020 and 64-2020, 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

23.1

By-law 63-2020

A by-law to provide for the Regional Corporation’s consent to permit encroachments onto parts of Regional Road 150 (Coleraine Drive), Town of Caledon. (Related to 13.2)

23.2

By-law 64-2020

A by-law to provide for certain insurance, indemnification and reimbursement of members of Council and employees by The Regional Municipality of Peel, and to repeal By-laws 38-2005 and 24-2014. (Related to 13.3)

24. IN CAMERA MATTERS

These items were dealt with under the Consent Agenda.

25.

BY-LAWS RELATING TO IN CAMERA MATTERS

• Resolution Number 2020-871
  Moved by Councillor Damerla
  Seconded by Councillor Mahoney

  That the by-law relating to In Camera Item 24.2 being By-law 66-2020, 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

25.1

By-law 66-2020

A by-law to authorize an application for approval to expropriate All Right, Title and Interest (Fee Simple), Limited Interests in Perpetuity (Permanent Easement) and Temporary Limited Interests (Temporary Easement) in lands in the City of Brampton, in the Regional Municipality of Peel, as more particularly described in Schedule “A” to this by-law. (Related to Item 24.2)

26.

BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL

• Resolution Number 2020-872
  Moved by Councillor Starr
  Seconded by Councillor Vicente

  That By-law 67-2020 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on October 22, 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

27.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 2:56 p.m.