THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL

GENERAL COMMITTEE

M I N U T E S

GC-2010-8

The Regional General Committee met on June 17, 2010 at 9:33 a.m. in the Council Chamber, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton.

Regional Chair E. Kolb presided.

A. ROLL CALL

B. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Nil


C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION GC-154-2010:

That the agenda for the June 17, 2010, General Committee meeting be amended to include a communication item from Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga regarding the Halton-Peel Boundary Area Transportation Study, to be dealt with under Items Related to Public Works – Item PW-E2;

And further, that the agenda for the June 17, 2010, General Committee meeting be approved, as amended.

See also Items Related to Public Works – Item PW-E2

Councillor Morrison arrived at 9:36 a.m.

D. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

D1. Dr. Harry Earle, Senior Medical Director; Dr. Peter Bolland and Dr. Joseph Niedoba, Medical Directors, Region of Peel, Presenting the Annual Medical Reports to Regional Council

Received

See also Items Related to Health – Item HE-B1

Dr. Harry Earle, Senior Medical Officer, Peel Manor and Tall Pines Long Term Care Centres, stated that a growing number of residents in long-term care suffer from chronic diseases that require a higher level of treatment and care. He further stated that wait times for long-term care placement continue to increase as a result of an aging demographic and continued growth in the Region of Peel.

Dr. Peter Bollard, Medical Director, Sheridan Villa Long Term Care Centre, reported that on August 7, 2010 Sheridan Villa will open a 19 bed unit that will treat residents on a transitional basis who suffer from behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.

Dr. Joseph Niedoba, Medical Director, Malton Village and Davis Centre, reported that the Davis Centre experienced an outbreak of the Norwalk virus in December 2009. During the outbreak some residents and staff were given the probiotic, Florastar, which significantly decreased the symptoms. Dr. Niedoba suggested that the Region of Peel consider conducting a clinical study to further study probiotics like Florastar. He stated that pain management continues to be an important part of long-term care treatment. Dr. Niedoba suggested that the Region of Peel consider a pilot project where physiotherapists are trained in acupuncture in order to help residents with pain management.

Councillor Whitehead arrived at 9:52 a.m.

Councillor Morrison requested further details related to the new unit at Sheridan Villa for treating residents who demonstrate aggressive behaviour as a result of dementia. Dr. Bollard responded that the lead psychiatrist from the Trillium Hospital will spend a half day a week at the Sheridan Villa site to assist in the treatment of residents. Nursing staff at the Sheridan Villa unit will also work to develop a balanced approach to medications to help stabilize the resident.

Councillor Morrison asked if recruiting physicians to work in long-term care homes continues to be a challenge. Dr. Harry responded that efforts continue to be made to make physicians aware of the opportunities and rewards involved with working in long-term care.

Councillor Groves requested further details on steps that are being taken to improve the working relationship between William Osler Hospital and Peel long-term care homes. Carolyn Clubine, Director, Long-Term Care, Region of Peel, responded that staff have initiated meetings with William Osler Hospital and discussions continue.

Councillor Mullin recognized the exceptional work of staff at Sheridan Villa as they continued to provide outstanding care for residents while major renovations to the home were made.

Janette Smith, Commissioner of Health Services, stated that should Peel Public Health undertake a study of Florastar, that information would be shared with all long-term care homes in the province. She also noted that staff will provide regular updates to Regional Council on the new Sheridan Villa unit.

Items Related to Health – Item HE-B1 was dealt with.

HE-B. LONG-TERM CARE

HE-B1. 2009 Annual Reports of the Long-Term Care Medical Directors

Received

See also Delegations/Presentations - Item D1

D2. Mike Metcalf, Chief, and Paul Tetzlaff, Deputy Chief, Peel Regional Police, Presenting an Overview and Status Report on Provincial Adequacy Regulations

Received

Councillor Adams arrived at 10:12 a.m.

Chief Metcalf provided an overview of the status report on Provincial Adequacy Regulations. He highlighted key accomplishments, crime data, workload trends and responses to Regional Council directions.

Councillors Sprovieri, Moore and Saito expressed concern regarding the terminology and definition of the word ‘gang’ and how it differs between the community and Police Officers. Deputy Chief Tetzlaff responded that Police consider a gang to be individuals who are involved in organized crime. Chief Metcalf stated the Police identify a gang as three or more individuals that have a common criminal purpose involving drugs, armed robbery, extortion or murder.

Councillor Sprovieri enquired if there have been seizures of Doda where the product did not exceed the percentage of alkaloids required in order to lay charges and if not, was it returned. Chief Metcalf responded in the affirmative noting that in cases where Doda does not exceed alkaloid limits, it is not returned to the individual. Deputy Chief Tetzlaff indicated that the Controlled Drug and Substances Act should be amended to include Doda as an illegal substance which would alleviate the requirement for analysis.

Councillor Corbasson stated that the Peel Regional Police 2009 Annual Performance Report is very impressive and requested 10 additional copies be provided to her for distribution to ratepayer associations. She enquired about the status of Liaison Committees at 11 and 12 Divisions. Chief Metcalf responded that the liaison committees are still active. Councillor Corbasson enquired if the Police are actively enforcing the ‘hands free’ legislation. Deputy Chief Tetzlaff responded that enforcement is taking place and that future reports will provide statistics. Councillor Corbasson noted that Pedestrians should be aware of the dangers of using cell phones when crossing streets similar, to efforts to inform drivers.

Councillor Moore indicated her support for the Integrated Municipal Enforcement Committee noting that there may be opportunities to advocate for legislative changes. She thanked Peel Regional Police for their presence in the Kennedy Road and Church Street area in the City of Brampton.

Councillor McCallion commended the Chief for the 2009 Annual Performance Report results. She stated that representatives from the Greater Toronto Airport Authority are very pleased with the Peel Regional Police presence and enforcement at Pearson International Airport.

Councillor Saito thanked Peel Regional Police for their work, community partnership and prevention programs noting the success of the Internet Safety Committee, the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE), the Pedestrian Safety Campaign and the Peel Youth Violence Prevention Committee. She stated that the anti-graffiti program in Mississauga has been a great success within the community.

Councillor Adams commended the Malton Community Police Station for delivering an increased police presence in the Malton area and for the strong relationship with the City of Mississauga By-law Enforcement staff.

D3. Jin Wang, Project Coordinator, Ministry of Transportation Ontario and Neil Ahmed, Consultant Project Manager, McCormick Rankin Corporation, Presenting an Overview of the Progress of the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) West Corridor

Received

Councillor Palleschi arrived at 11:03 a.m., due to other municipal business.

Jin Wang, Project Coordinator, Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) and Neil Ahmed, Consultant Project Manager, McCormick Rankin Corporation, provided a high level overview of the current status of Stage 1 of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) West Corridor Planning and Environmental Assessment (EA) Study. Neil Ahmed stated that the study is looking for solutions by optimizing existing networks such as roadways, transit, rail, roads, highways, etc. He presented the advantages and disadvantages of the overall assessment of highway widening and new transportation corridor alternatives considered in the study.

Councillor Thompson asked what the timelines are to implement and complete the study. Jin Wang responded that it could take several years to implement the study from the time the GTA West Corridor Team finalizes the strategies to obtaining EA approval from the Ministry of the Environment, thus it could take eight to ten years before construction starts. Councillor Thompson indicated that Alternatives two and three presented by the delegation were not thought out properly. He suggested that the Province must consider how to get through the Niagara Escarpment. Councillor Thompson requested that the GTA West Corridor Team work closely with the Town of Caledon and its farm community by being cognisant of how the transportation alternatives will impact the farmers and their properties.

Councillor McCallion questioned the planning connection between Metrolinx and MTO; how the provincial growth plan and transportation plan could be implemented; and the timelines when the projects will be realized. She also sought clarification when the Province plans to change the environmental assessment process for roads similar to what was done for transit. She also expressed concern with continued delays in the rail link to the airport. Councillor McCallion questioned what it would take to expedite the process or how to convince the Province to take action on the pending projects that would lessen the impact to the GTA.

Regional Chair Kolb requested that Jin Wang and Neil Ahmed address the questions raised by General Committee regarding the GTA West Corridor Study at a future meeting of Peel Regional Council.

Councillor Palleschi requested that the GTA West Corridor Team ensure that the Halton-Peel Boundary Area Transportation Study (HPBATS) be incorporated in the GTA West Corridor Planning and Environmental Assessment Study. He further requested that the EA studies be sectioned to allow Peel municipaities to address growth needs in a timely manner.

Councillor Saito suggested that the Highway 407 transit corridor should be built into the plan as it is plays an important role as a transit corridor. She stated that the City of Mississauga and Peel Region Official Plans will have to be amended to incorporate the Ninth Line Corridor acquired by Peel and the City in January 2010. Councillor Saito stated that all the necessary information from the MTO about its plans and their timelines should be provided to the municipalities to allow Regional and area municipal staff to proceed with drafting their respective official plan amendments.

Councillor Morrison stated that the GTA West Corridor Team should take into consideration what the cost will be to the municipalities if the study is not implemented. She expressed concern that planning to 2031 is short term plan and indicated it should be extended to a 50 to 70 year scope.

Regional Chair Kolb was requested by Councillor Morrison to set up a meeting with the Province and the area municipal mayors that will urge the provincial government to recognize that growth and transportation planning must go together. Regional Chair Kolb requested staff to take it as direction and also referred the matter to the Intergovernmental Relations Advisory Committee.

Councillor Mahoney departed at 11:52 a.m. due to other municipal business.
Councillor McCallion departed at 11:52 a.m. due to other municipal business.
Councillor Mullin departed at 11:53 a.m., due to a personal matter.

Councillor Adams requested the delegation to confirm if the Province plans to expand Highway 401 tot Mavis Road and not stop at Hurontario Street as originally planned. Jin Wang responded that they will report back to Regional Council and staff with more information on the expansion of Highway 401.

Councillor Saito asked if the new transportation corridor alternatives will be 100 per cent paid for, built and maintained by the Province. Jin Wang undertook to report back to Regional Council with information requested by Councillor Saito.

D4. Margaret Walton, Partner, Senior Planner, Planscape, Presenting Highlights of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Profile of Agricultural and Agri-Business Attributes in the GTA

This item was dealt with later in the meeting

E. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

HE-A. INTERDEPARTMENTAL

HE-A1. Service Accountability Agreement for Long-Term Care Homes

RECOMMENDATION GC-155-2010:

That the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation be authorized to execute the 2010-2013 Long-Term Care Service Accountability Agreements (LSAA) with the Mississauga-Halton and Central West Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs).

Councillor Sprovieri sought clarification if the Region would be held responsible for any shortfall should the provincial government withhold funding for long-term care homes. Carolyn Clubine, Director, Long-Term Care, responded that the Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) has the authority to manage the funding for long-term care homes. The Region of Peel has a very good working relationship with senior LHINs officials and it is unlikely that provincial funding for long-term care homes would be eliminated.

Regional Chair Kolb noted that the Long-Term Care Service Accountability Agreements between the Region of Peel and the Mississauga-Halton and Central West LHINs are the same agreements completed between municipal governments and LHINs across the province.

HE-B. LONG-TERM CARE

HE-B1. 2009 Annual Reports of the Long-Term Care Medical Directors

This item was dealt with earlier in the meeting

HE-C. PUBLIC HEALTH

HE-C1. Giant Hogweed

RECOMMENDATION GC-156-2010:

That a copy of the report of the Commissioner of Health Services and the Medical Officer of Health, dated May 17, 2010, and titled “Giant Hogweed” be forwarded to the City of Brampton, City of Mississauga, Town of Caledon, Credit Valley Conservation Authority, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Peel District School Board and Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, to encourage continued dissemination of information to the public.

HE-C2. Peel Postpartum Mood Disorder Family Support Telephone Service

Received

HE-D. COMMUNICATIONS

HE-D1. Deb Matthews, Minister, Ministry of Health and Long Term-Care, Letter dated May 12, 2010, Announcing a One-time Investment of $898,301 for Reimbursement to Peel Public Health and Local Health Partners for Expenses Incurred during the Implementation of Flu Assessment Centres in the Fall of 2009

Received

HE-D2. John McKinley, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Health and Long Term-Care, Memorandum Advising that Effective July 1, 2010, the 2010/2011 Accommodation Co-Payment Rates for Long-Term Care Residents will Increase by 0.3 per cent, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Increase for the Year 2009

Received

HE-D3. Mimi Lowi-Young, Chief Executive Officer, Central West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), Bulletin 20, Spring 2010 Edition, Providing Information and Sharing Highlights of their 2009/2010 Fiscal Year

Received

HS-A. INTERDEPARTMENTAL

HS-A1. Food Distribution in Peel

RECOMMENDATION GC-157-2010:

That staff continue to engage and support food organizations in Peel in working toward a collective solution of providing more and fresher food to Peel residents.

Councillor Saito thanked staff for their continuing work to develop a collective solution for food distribution to local food banks in the Region of Peel. She noted that individual food banks operate independently and it is a challenge to coordinate programs. Councillor Saito expressed support for staff continuing to work with local food banks in order to bring them together in a coordinated food distribution system.

Councillor Parrish stated that the food banks are looking for a new central warehouse which will require 30,000 square feet of space. She is planning to bring forward a motion later this year calling on the Region of Peel to contribute funds for this new central warehouse.

Councillor Palleschi asked for confirmation that Brampton food banks would be included in the network. Janet Menard, Commissioner, Human Services responded that Regional staff are working with the large food banks in Mississauga and Brampton to develop a coordinated program for food distribution.

The Chair was assumed by Councillor E. Adams.

HS-A2. Update on Economic Conditions and Human Service Impacts

Received

HS-B. DEPARTMENTAL

HS-B1. Literacy Month in Peel 2010 – September 2010

RECOMMENDATION GC-158-2010:

That September 2010 be proclaimed “Literacy Month” in the Regional Municipality of Peel;

And further, that Members of Regional Council demonstrate their support for Literacy Month by participating in reading activities and events throughout Peel during the month of September.

HS-C. CHILDREN’S SERVICES

HS-C1. Early Learning Services in Peel

Received

HS-D. HOUSING

HS-D1. Affordable Housing Program Extension (2009): Villa Polonia and Changes to Royal Canadian Legion Project

RECOMMENDATION GC-159-2010:

That the Commissioner of Human Services, in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer, and subject to mutual agreement between the Regional authorities and the proponent, supported by independent third party analysis and advice, including qualified appraisals and quantity surveyor, be authorized to directly negotiate an agreement with an upset limit to $53.3 million with 1390627 Ontario Ltd. and/or its successor, to contract and develop a minimum of 200 housing units at 1252 Steeles Avenue West, City of Brampton, to be known as the Villa Polonia project, attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, dated May 12, 2010, titled “Affordable Housing Program Extension (2009): Villa Polonia and Changes to Royal Canadian Legion Project”;

And further, that staff be authorized to negotiate and execute a Memorandum of Understanding/Letter of Intent, and an Agreement of Purchase and Sale with 1390627 Ontario Ltd. and/or its successor, and such further and other documents as deemed necessary on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and the Regional Solicitor for the purchase of land and the development of affordable housing units for seniors and families at 1252 Steeles Avenue West, City of Brampton;

And further, that the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation be authorized to execute the Service Manager Contribution Agreement for the Villa Polonia project, together with such further agreements and documents that may be required for participation in and compliance with the Affordable Housing Program (AHP);

And further, that the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation be authorized to enter into a long term land lease at $1.00 per annum with 1390627 Ontario Ltd. and/or its successor on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and the Regional Solicitor;

And further, that Capital Project 10-5035 Villa Polonia, be established with an upper limit of $53.3 million;

And further, that the proposed financing plans for Capital Project 10-5035 be approved as detailed in the subject report;

And further, that the foregoing recommendations be conditional upon receipt of all legal agreements from the Province of Ontario and 1390627 Ontario Ltd. and/or its successor required under the Affordable Housing Program Extension being in a form satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and the Regional Solicitor;

And further, that the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation be authorized to execute an amendment to the existing Service Manager Contribution Agreement for the Royal Canadian Legion Housing Project, together with such further agreements and documents as required for the participation in and compliance with the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program Rental and Supportive component;

And further, that Provincial Infrastructure Funding allocated to Phase II of the Extended Royal Canadian Legion Housing Project, in the amount of $29.3 million, be reallocated to Villa Polonia;

And further, that any unspent Provincial Infrastructure funding allocated to Villa Polonia be used to fund Phase I of the extended Royal Canadian Legion Housing Project.

MA-A. INTERDEPARTMENTAL

MA-A1. Federation of Canadian Municipalities - Green Municipal Fund Program Financing for Chapelview Project and Lakeview Administration Building

RECOMMENDATION GC-160-2010:

That the participation by the Regional Municipality of Peel in the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Green Municipal Fund program, be approved;

And further, that Regional staff be authorized to negotiate with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities one template Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement on satisfactory terms and conditions;

And further, that the satisfactorily negotiated Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement template be used for both the Chapelview Housing Project and the Lakeview Administration Building to each receive $2,000,000 in loan funding and $300,000 in grant funding from the Green Municipal Fund;

And further, that the satisfactorily negotiated Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement template be used for any future projects that may be undertaken by the Region for which funding under the Green Municipal Fund may become available;

And further, that the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation be authorized to execute the Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement for the Chapelview Housing Project and the Lakeview Administration Building, together with such further ancillary documents that may be required, for the Region’s participation in and compliance with the Green Municipal Fund program;

And further, that the foregoing recommendations be conditional upon the completion of successful negotiations of terms and conditions with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for a Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement template to be used for the Chapelview and Lakeview Projects, and the receipt of all legal documentation from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities pertaining to the Green Municipal Fund Combined Loan and Grant Agreement for these projects, being in a form satisfactory to the Region’s Chief Financial Officer and the Regional Solicitor.

MA-A2. Land Acquisition for Public Works Capital Projects Real Property Acquisition Services - Document Number 2010-015P

RECOMMENDATION GC-161-2010:

That the contract (Document Number 2010-015P) for the supply of Real Property Acquisition Services be awarded to first ranked, Rueter Scargall Bennett LLP, and second ranked Aird & Berlis LLP, in the respective estimated amounts of $740,200 and $760,350 (excluding applicable taxes), in accordance with Purchasing By-law 63-2008;

And further, that staff be authorized to retain land acquisition services from the successful Vendor(s) for approved capital projects in accordance with the Request for Proposal (RFP) Document Number 2010-015P in the amounts provided within the respective project budgets for land acquisition services as may be established from time to time;

And further, that instructions and authority to execute, sign, serve, deliver and register any notices, communications or documents of any kind reasonably necessary to carry out the land acquisition services under RFP Document Number 2010-015P be delegated to the successful Vendors to the full extent that such instructions and authority to staff of the Regional corporation in similar circumstances; provided that any and all approvals that would be required from Regional Council in accordance with any statute and the by-laws, policies and procedures of The Regional Municipality of Peel be first obtained.

MA-B. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND CORPORATE SERVICES

MA-B1. Peel Region Official Plan Review - Close-Out Report

Received

MA-B2. 2009 Treasury Report

RECOMMENDATION GC-162-2010:

That in compliance with Provincial Regulation 438/97, as amended by O. Reg. 292/09, governing municipal investment practices, the annual report, attached as Appendix I to the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, dated June 1, 2010, titled "2009 Treasury Report", be approved.

MA-B3. Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Agricultural Action Commitee Profile of Agricultural Attributes in the GTA

This item was dealt with later in the meeting

MA-B4. Construction of a New Peel Regional Police Materials Management Centre Infrastructure Stimulus Funding - Capital Project 09-8340S

RECOMMENDATION GC-163-2010:

That the request from the Peel Police Services Board for an additional $2.0 million to construct the Peel Regional Police Materials Management Centre, attached as Appendix I to the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, dated June 8, 2010, titled “Construction of New Peel Regional Police Materials Management Centre Infrastructure Stimulus Funding - Project 09-8340S”, be approved;

And further, that the additional amount be financed from the Development Charges Police Reserve Fund R3540, in the sum of $1.195 million, and the Peel Regional Police Facility Reserve R2221, in the sum of $0.805 million;

And further, that Capital Project 09-8340S be amended accordingly.

See also Item MA-E4

MA-B5. Report of the Audit Committee (AC-2010-3) meeting held on May 27, 2010

1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Nil

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION AC-4-2010:

That the agenda for the May 27, 2010, Audit Committee meeting be approved.

3. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

a) Paul Wallis, Director, Internal Audit, Providing an Introduction to Enterprise Risk Management

Received

4. REPORTS

	a)	Transportation - Contract Management Audit
			Presentation by Paul Wallis, Director, Internal Audit

Received

See also Item 4b

	b)	Roads Maintenance Audit
			Presentation by Paul Wallis, Director, Internal Audit

Received

See also Item 4a

c) Status of Outstanding Audit Recommendations

Received

	d)	Compensation Processing Audit
			Presentation by Paul Wallis, Director, Internal Audit

Received

5. COMMUNICATIONS - Nil

6. IN CAMERA MATTERS – Nil

7. OTHER BUSINESS

Additional Item – 7a:

a) June 24, 2010 Audit Committee Meeting (Oral)

Received

MA-C. EMPLOYEE AND BUSINESS SERVICES

MA-C1. Information Technology Professional Services for Region of Peel and Peel Regional Police - Document Number 2010-152P

RECOMMENDATION GC-164-2010:

That the contract (Document Number 2010-152P) for the supply of Information Technology Professional Services be awarded to Buchanan Associates Computer Consulting Ltd. in the estimated amount of $1,200,000 (excluding applicable taxes), for the period September 1, 2010 to August 31, 2011, in accordance with Purchasing By-law 63-2008;

And further, that authority be granted to extend the contract for three optional 12-month periods based on satisfactory service, performance and pricing for each previous and optional period in accordance with the proposal.

MA-D. EXECUTIVE OFFICE

MA-D1. Strategic Plan Renewal Process

RECOMMENDATION GC-165-2010:

That Region of Peel staff implement the proposed Strategic Plan renewal process to develop the next version of the Strategic Plan;

And further, that Councillor Moore serve as a liaison between Council and the Regional staff.

MA-D2. Report of the Intergovernmental Relations Advisory Committee (IRAC-2010-5) meeting held on June 10, 2010

1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Nil

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION IRAC-12-2010:

That the agenda for the June 10, 2010 Intergovernmental Relations Advisory Committee meeting, be approved.

3. REPORTS

a) Summary of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) 73rd Annual Conference

Received

	b)	Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement: Renegotiation and Impact on Peel
			Discussion led by Janet Menard, Commissioner, Human Services

Received

RECOMMENDATION IRAC-13-2010:

That Janet Menard, Commissioner of Corporate Services provide additional information on the immigration agreement to the Intergovernmental Relations Advisory Committee;

And further, that staff prepare a recommendation proposing the position the Region of Peel should take regarding with regards to which level of government should be responsible for delivery of immigration services.

4.	GOVERNMENT RELATIONS STATUS REPORT AND CURRENT ACTIVITIES
		Discussion led by Lowell Rubin-Vaughan, Intergovernmental Relations Advisor, Public Policy and Planning

a) Federal Government
b) Provincial Government
c) Local Government

Received

RECOMMENDATION IRAC-14-2010:

That staff prepare a report exploring the options regarding the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) rebate process for municipal governments, for consideration at a future meeting of Intergovernmental Relations Advisory Committee.

5. COMMUNICATIONS – Nil

6. OTHER BUSINESS OR CURRENT ISSUES TO BE DISCUSSED

a) Draft: Letter from Emil Kolb to Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism and Honourable Eric Hoskins, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration to Demonstrate the Region of Peel’s Appreciation for the One-Year Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement and Willingness to Work with both Orders of Government to Establish a Long-Term Funding for Immigration Funding

RECOMMENDATION IRAC-15-2010:

That the letter dated June 10, 2010 from Regional Chair Kolb, be sent to Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism and Eric Hoskins, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration.

MA-E. COMMUNICATIONS

MA-E1. Debbie Zimmerman, Chair, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), Letter dated April 22, 2010, Providing Information on How to Access the MPAC 2009 Annual Report and Financial Statements

Received

MA-E2. Jim Bradley, Minister, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Letter dated April 28, 2010, Responding to a Letter from Regional Chair Kolb Regarding Delegation of Regional Authority to Set Tax Ratios to the Area Municipalities

Received

MA-E3. Kathleen Wynne, Minister, Ministry of Transportation, Letter dated May 19, 2010, Regarding the Regional Municipality of Peel’s Allocation of Gas Tax Funding for the Public Transportation Program

Received

MA-E4. Frederick Biro, Executive Director, Peel Police Services Board, Letter dated June 2, 2010, Providing Resolution Number 109/10 Regarding Construction of a New Peel Regional Police Materials Management Centre Utilizing Infrastructure Stimulus Funding - Capital Project 09-8340S

Received

See also Item MA-B4

Direction was provided on the supplementary report listed as Items Related to Management – Item MA-B4, on the June 17, 2010 General Committee agenda.

MA-E5. Ken Petersen, Director, Provincial Planning Policy Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Letter dated June 4, 2010, Regarding the Five Year Review of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2005

Referred to Corporate Services

PW-A1. Water and Sanitary Sewer Servicing and Future Regional Official Plan Amendment for the Ninth Line Corridor

RECOMMENDATION GC-166-2010:

That staff be directed to extend the current road names for Derry Road (Regional Road 5) and Britannia Road (Regional Road 3) from Ninth Line to the centerline of Highway 407 in the Region of Peel;

And further, that the provision of piped water and sanitary sewer services to existing properties located within the Ninth Line Corridor with full costs to be borne by the property owners and construction and connection be permitted in accordance with current Peel Region Design Standards, Specifications and Procedures Manual;

And further, that staff be authorized to initiate a Regional Official Plan Amendment to add the Ninth Line Corridor into the Peel Region Official Plan;

And further, that the joint report of the Commissioner of Public Works and the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services dated May 19, 2010, titled “Water and Sanitary Sewer Servicing and Future Regional Official Plan Amendment for the Ninth Line Corridor” be forwarded to the City of Mississauga, for information.

PW-B. OPERATIONS SUPPORT

PW-B1. Water Efficiency Plan: Annual Update on 2009 Implemented Water Efficiency Measures, Capital Project 08-1585

Received

See also Item PW-B2

PW-B2. Update on 2009 Peel Utility Billing and Utility Rate Review Project

Received

See also Item PW-B1

PW-C. TRANSPORTATION

PW-C1. Speed Limit Revision on Regional Road 14 (Mayfield Road) from Regional Road 50 (Highway 50) to West of Pillsworth Road - City of Brampton, Ward 10 and Town of Caledon, Ward 5

RECOMMENDATION GC-167-2010:

That a by-law be enacted to amend By-law 57-2005 with respect to reducing the existing posted speed limit of 80 kilometers per hour (km/h) to 60 km/h on Regional Road 14 (Mayfield Road) from Regional Road 50 (Highway 50) to 150 metres (492 feet) west of Pillsworth Road, in the City of Brampton/Town of Caledon;

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

And further, that Peel Regional Police and the Ontario Provincial Police be so advised.

PW-C2. Speed Limit Revision on Regional Road 19 (Winston Churchill Boulevard) in the Vicinity of Ballinafad Road – Town of Caledon, Wards 1 and 2

RECOMMENDATION GC-168-2010:

That a by-law be enacted to amend By-law 57-2005 with respect to reducing the existing posted speed limit of 70 kilometres per hour (km/h) on Regional Road 19 (Winston Churchill Boulevard) to 60 km/h from 2,400 metres (7,874 feet) north of Regional Road 9 (King Street) to 100 metres (328 feet) north of Regional Road 12 (Olde Base Line Road), in the Town of Caledon;

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

And further, that the Town of Halton Hills, County of Wellington and the Ontario Provincial Police be so advised.

PW-C3. Employee Transit Monthly Discount Pass Pilot Program

Received

PW-C4. 2009 Region of Peel Cordon Count Survey

Received

PW-C5. TransHelp Advisory Committee 2009 Annual Report

RECOMMENDATION GC-169-2010:

That the TransHelp Advisory Committee 2009 Annual Report, attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Public Works, dated May 17, 2010, titled “TransHelp Advisory Committee 2009 Annual Report”, be received;

And further, that the TransHelp Advisory Committee be renamed to Accessible Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) in order to reflect the variety of services offered by the Region of Peel;

And further, that the Terms of Reference of the TransHelp Advisory Committee be amended to reflect the new name Accessible Transportation Advisory Committee;

And further, that the Terms of Reference for the Accessible Transportation Advisory Committee be approved, as amended.

PW-D. WASTE MANAGEMENT

PW-D1. Report of the Waste Management Committee (WMC-2010-4) meeting held on June 10, 2010

1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST – Nil

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION WM-7-2010:

That the agenda for the June 10, 2010, Waste Management Committee meeting be amended to include a petition from Grade 3 students of Castlemore Public School urging municipalities to introduce composting program in schools, to be dealt with under Other Business – Item 7a;

And further, that the agenda for the June 10, 2010, Waste Management Committee meeting be approved, as amended.

See also Other Business – Item 7a

3. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

a) Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management Regarding Criteria for Waste Disposal Options

Received

b) Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management Providing an Update on the Waste Diversion Act

Received

RECOMMENDATION WM-8-2010:

Whereas the proposed direction of the Waste Diversion Act (WDA) has profound impacts on municipalities, businesses and citizens in the Province of Ontario;

And whereas, the Region of Peel has been extensively engaged in the consultation process carried out to date by the Ministry of the Environment regarding the proposed changes to the WDA;

And whereas, the update of the Region of Peel Long Term Waste Management Strategic Plan has been delayed to factor in the implications of the WDA on Peel’s roles and responsibilities for managing the solid waste stream in an environmentally and fiscally sustainable fashion;

And whereas, the recent decision of the provincial government to further delay setting new strategic directions with respect to full producer responsibility will continue to negatively impact the necessary planning and investing required to manage the Province’s collective solid waste management stream;

Therefore be it resolved, that the Regional Chair write to the Premier of Ontario and the Minister of the Environment requesting that the provincial government take all necessary actions to expeditiously set the province’s strategic direction, in collaboration with its stakeholders, for an updated and sustainable Waste Diversion Act;

And further, that a copy of the subject resolution be forwarded to Peel Area MPPs for information.

c) Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management Providing an Update on Waste Transfer Services

Received

See also Reports - Item 4a

4. REPORTS

a) Continuation of Waste Transfer Services, Documents 2010-398N and 2004-552N

RECOMMENDATION WM-9-2010:

That the Region of Peel enter into a new agreement with the City of Toronto (Document 2010-398N) for waste transfer services at the Disco Transfer Station for a period of 66 months, at an estimated cost of $2,700,000 (excluding applicable taxes), in accordance with Purchasing By-law 63-2008;

And further, that the contract (Document 2004-552N) with Waste Management of Canada Corporation for waste transfer services at the Wentworth Transfer Station be renewed for a period of 66 months, at an estimated cost of $2,650,000 (excluding applicable taxes), in accordance with Purchasing By-law 63-2008;

And further, that staff be authorized to increase the quantities where actual tonnages differ from estimates, to the limit of the approved budget;

And further, that any required documents be executed by the duly authorized signing officers of the Regional Corporation.

See also Delegations/Presentations – Item 3c

5. COMMUNICATIONS – Nil

6. IN CAMERA MATTERS – Nil

7. OTHER BUSINESS

Additional Items – Item 7a to 7c inclusive:

a) Petition from the Castlemore Public School Grade 3 Students, City of Brampton, Urging Municipalities to Introduce Composting Program in Schools

Referred to Public Works

See also Approval of Agenda

b) Proper Waste Recycling of Metal and Wood in the Region of Peel (Oral)

Received

c) Proposed Annual Compost Giveaway and Food Drive Event in the Region of Peel (Oral)

Received

PW-E. COMMUNICATIONS

PW-E1. Heather Asling, Legislative Administrator, Town of Caledon, Letter dated May 21, 2010, Providing a Copy of the Town of Caledon Recommendation and Report titled “Halton-Peel Boundary Area Transportation Master Plan”

Received

See also Item PW-E2

Additional Item – Item PW-E2:

PW-E2. Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga, Letter dated June 14, 2010, Providing a Copy of City of Mississauga Resolution 0149-2010, to Regional Chair Kolb, Regarding the Halton-Peel Boundary Area Transportation Study (HPBATS) and Future Traffic Congestion in Mississauga

Referred to Public Works

See also Approval of Agenda and Item PW-E1

Councillor Palleschi moved the following motion:

RECOMMENDATION GC-170-2010:

That all business conducted to this point of the June 17, 2010 General Committee meeting, be approved and confirmed.

F. OTHER BUSINESS

F1. Notice of Motion from Councillor Thompson Regarding Development Charge Relief for Brampton Christian School

RECOMMENDATION GC-171-2010:

Whereas, the Brampton Christian School paid Regional development charges in the amount of $243,180.74 in January 2009;

And whereas, the Region of Peel Development Charge By-law 115-2007 section 11 (1) (c) states that development charges are not imposed on lands owned by a board of education and used only for board of education purposes;

And whereas, the Brampton Christian School is a not-for-profit education facility which complies with Ministry of Education standards;

And whereas, the Town of Caledon agreed to waive its portion of development charges for the Brampton Christian School in November 2008;

Therefore be it resolved, that the Region of Peel provide a grant to the Brampton Christian School in the amount of $243,180.74 to offset the payment of Regional development charges.

To be considered at the June 24, 2010 Regional Council meeting

Councillor Prentice requested a report from staff with regard to the implications of a grant of this nature.

Councillor Gibson departed at 12:27 p.m., due to other municipal business.
Councillor Moore departed at 12:27 p.m., due to other municipal business.

F2. Motion Regarding School Board Funding

RECOMMENDATION GC-172-2010:

Whereas Janet McDougald, Chair, Peel District School Board (PDSB) delegated to Regional Council June 3, 2010, to raise awareness and seek Council support regarding the underfunding of the Peel District School Board;

And whereas, Peel District School Board is the fourth lowest funded school board in the province of Ontario on a per pupil basis;

And whereas, Peel District School Board has had a significant funding gap for many years and the erosion of education funding continues;

And whereas, education and educational institutions are a critical investment in the Region of Peel community;

Therefore be it resolved, that the provincial government provide equitable treatment to pupils in the Peel District School Board by reviewing and updating its funding formula to end the financial inequities negatively impacting the children in Peel.

G. IN CAMERA MATTERS

Council opted not to move into closed session to consider the following items:

G1. Improvement of Winston Churchill Boulevard, between Bush Street and Highway 124 – Town of Caledon, Ward 1 (Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose)

G2. Proposed Property Acquisition Regional Road 8 (The Gore Road) Widening from Castlemore Road to North of Regional Road 14 (Mayfield Road) – City of Brampton, Ward 10 (A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board)

G3. Declaration of Conflict of Interest (For information) (Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Regional employees)

G4. Collective Agreement Negotiations CUPE 966 Public Works (Labour relations or employee negotiations)

RECOMMENDATION GC-173-2010:

That the recommendations contained within the confidential reports related to Items G1, G2, G3 and G4, be forwarded to the June 24, 2010 meeting of Regional Council for approval.

Delegations/Presentations – Item D4 was dealt with.

D4. Margaret Walton, Partner, Senior Planner, Planscape, Presenting Highlights of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Profile of Agricultural and Agri-Business Attributes in the GTA

Received

See also Items Related to Management - Item MA-B3

Margaret Walton, Partner, Senior Planner, Planscape and representing the Greater Toronto Agriculture Action Committee (GTAAC), provided an overview of the status of agriculture in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). She identified that agri-business is the second largest economic cluster in Canada after manufacturing.

Councillor Groves raised concern about the complexity of Provincial regulations and enquired how the GTAAC is dealing with this issue. Margaret Walton suggested that there may be an opportunity to bundle environmental policies so that there is one conduit which will allow farmers to research regulations from one agency. She indicated that agencies need to be aware of how the agricultural sector works and suggested that an agriculture advisory committee could provide comment on documents such as official plans, economic development policies and environmental controls. The GTAAC is investigating a new initiative where farmers would receive a contribution for their participation in environmental work.

Councillor Palleschi enquired how economic profitability increased from $1.3 billion to $2.014 billion during 1999 to 2006. Margaret Walton responded that the decline in farm operations has stabilized from 2001 to 2006. She stated there is more productivity on the lands and that the profile of production has changed to products which carry a higher commodity value such as greenhouse produce, nursery, fruits and vegetables.

Councillor Thompson noted that the Agriculture and Natural Heritage Provincial Policy Statement needs to be corrected and that the information contained in the report will assist Planning staff in moving forward.

Items Related to Management – Item MA-B3 was dealt with.

MA-B. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND CORPORATE SERVICES

MA-B3. Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Agricultural Action Commitee Profile of Agricultural Attributes in the GTA

Received

See also Delegations/Presentations - Item D4

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 12:44 p.m.