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DRAFT THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF KING

THE TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING OF COUNCIL

Council Chambers Monday, December 10th' 2007 2075 King Road The Council meeting convened 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Black presiding.

ATTENDANCE

Council Staff

Mayor Margaret Black Chris Somerville, Clerk

Councillor Cleve Mortelliti Kathryn Baddeley, Deputy Clerk

Councillor Jeff Laidlaw Stephen Kitchen, Director of Planning

Councillor Linda Pabst Jody LaPlante, Director of Operations

Councillor Bill Cober Catherine Purcell, Dir. of Parks, Rec. & Culture

Councillor Jane Underhill Don Young, Director of Finance & Treasurer

Councillor Jack Rupke Brian Grubbe, Director of Building Services

Diane Moratto, Sr. Admin. Assistant

Gaspare Ritacca, Manager of Planning/Dev.

John Stevens, Planning Consultant

1. INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEMS

(a) Any additional items not listed on the agenda would be identified for approval.

There were no Additional Items.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

A motion was made by Councillor Mortelliti, seconded by Councillor Underhill and carried that the Agenda for the Council Meeting of December 10th, 2007 be adopted.

3. MAYOR'S COMMENTS

Mayor Black wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and thanked Council and staff for all of their hard work during the year.

4. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

Mayor Black declared a possible Pecuniary Interest in Item #1 of the Committee of the Whole

regarding the Application for Plan of Condominium for Chestnut Developments Inc. as her Law Office is acting on behalf of some residents and tenants.

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5. RECESS INTO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

A motion was made by Councillor Rupke, seconded by Councillor Cober and carried that the Council Meeting recess into Committee of the Whole.

The Council Meeting recessed at 6:05 p.m.

6. RE-CONVENE

A motion was made by Councillor Rupke, seconded by Councillor Mortelliti and carried that the Council Meeting re-convene.

The Council Meeting re-convened at 6:30 p.m.

7. PUBLIC MEETINGS

Mr. Kitchen, Director of Planning explained the FS/DAS process and the steps taken by Council

to date on the applications being presented this evening. He advised that further studies still need

to be done and will require Council approval and that no decisions are expected by Council this

evening. Mr. Kitchen introduced John Stevens, J.H. Stevens Planning and Development

Consulting who has been retained by the Township of King to oversee the King City East

Developments. Mr. Stevens will be presenting the Plans of Subdivision on behalf of the King Township Planning Department this evening.

7.1 Planning Dept. Report No. P-2007-59

Proposed Plans of Subdivision

And Zoning By-law Amendment Application

FileNos. 19T-06K01,Z-2006-06

King North Developments Inc.

Part Lot 6, Concession 3

Date of Notice: November 19, 2007

(a) Presentation by Planning Department

Mr. Stevens reviewed Planning Department Report P-2007-59 and provided a slide presentation

regarding the above-noted application. He advised that the applications are for draft plan of

subdivision and zoning by-law amendment bearing File Nos. 19T-06K01 and Z-2006-06 and

apply to lands generally described at Part of Lot 6, Concession 3 in the community of King City.

He commented that the applications were initially filed with the Township in February 2006 and

were held with no processing until the King City East Functional Servicing and Development

Area Study (FSDAS) had been submitted and considered at a public meeting. Mr. Stevens

advised that Council granted conditional approval to the portion of the FSDAS located to the

south of the GO Transit Railway line on October 22, 2007. He noted that the Plan provides for

143 detached units, 89 townhouse units and 6.69 hectares of mixed use. He advised that a review

of the application remains on-going and that various matters and/or revisions are required to be

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addressed. In particular, prior to reporting back to Council with a recommendation for draft approval it will be necessary to ensure that the conditions of approval of the FS/DAS have been satisfactorily addressed. Mr. Stevens added that staff requires further opportunity to continue to review the application, provide comments and work with the Applicant to review and address the various issues raised in this report as well as by the public and Council and that comments have not yet been received from all departments and agencies.

(b) Presentation by Applicant

Don Given, Coordinator, Malone Given Parsons Ltd. advised that he is present this evening to hear comments and concerns from the public and to answer any questions from Council or staff.

(c) Public Comments and Concerns

(i) Bruce Craig, 115 Clearview Heights

Mr. Craig appeared on behalf of the King City Preserve the Village (PTV). He advised that PTV is pleased to see the 30 meter buffers around the environmental features are being well-respected. He asked why the parkland on Block 171 does not expand into the stormwater management pond area. Mr. Craig asked that the proposed landscape buffer on Block 172 along

King Road between the stream corridor and Street 'A' be continued along the length of King Road west from the existing proposed landscape buffer.

(ii) Fiona Cowles, 14510 Jane Street

Ms. Cowles appeared on behalf of Concerned Citizens of King Township (CCKT) and asked that as many mature trees as possible be retained during the development process, particularly

landmark or specimen trees. She noted that trees will have to be planted to buffer the railway line. Ms. Cowles asked that single storey, bungalow style, easy maintenance housing with small gardens be included in the plan for seniors, within walking distance of the village core or the new commercial area on the north-west side of King Road and Dufferin Street. Ms. Cowles commented that commercial-type uses within the commercial area should be appropriate to a healthy community and pedestrians and cyclists should be encouraged.

(iii) Syd Sytsma, 1183 King Road

Mr. Sytsma commented that he has been a resident in the proposed development area since 1968. He expressed concern that the Township is growing too fast and too soon. He cautioned Council to keep in mind the increase in traffic volume that will be created when the development comes in and encouraged Council to 'think green', and that children will need space later on to play.

(iv) David Skelton, 10 Cadden Court

Mr. Skelton commented that he lives adjacent to the property in this application and has concerns as to how close the townhouses will be to King Road. Mt. Skelton asked if now that the sewers



have arrived in King, will the development turn King City into another 'Maple'. He asked that

Council take into consideration the increase in traffic volume and crime which may arise from such a development.

Mayor Black declared the Public Meeting concluded and requested Council's disposition.

A motion was made by Councillor Mortelliti, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that the comments heard today and the correspondence be received and that Planning Report No. P-2007-59 be received and the recommendations therein be approved, as follows:

A. That Planning Report No. P-2007-59 be received together with the comments and input from the public, Council, and the Applicant;

B. That the matter of the Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment

applications, File Nos. 19T-06K01 and Z-2006-06, submitted by King Dufferin Developments Inc. providing for the development of lands described as Part of Lot 6,

Concession 3, for residential, mixed use commercial, park and open space uses, be

referred back to staff together with all agency, applicant, Township department, Council

and public comments for a further report following the receipt of the same and completion of the Planning Department's review;

C. That staff continue to work and meet with the Applicant to review and address the issues

expressed by Council, the Public, the Applicant, Township departments and other public agencies and report back to Committee.




File Nos. 19T-06K04, Z-2006-08

King Dufferin Developments Inc.

Part of Lots 4 & 5, Concession 3

Date of Notice: November 19,2007



regarding the above-noted application. He advised that the applications are for draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment bearing File Nos. 19T-06K04 and Z-2006-08 which apply to lands generally described as Part of Lot 4 and 5, Concession 3 in the community of

King City and were initially filed with the Township in February 2006. The property consists of 36.24 ha (89.5 acres) of land which are generally located west of Dufferin Street, south of King

Road and east of the existing development on Warren Road. The Lands are generally flat and

include a small tributary of the East Humber River. Mr. Stevens advised that the application calls for 164 detached units, 25 townhouse units, a new Catholic School, a park, open space and a

connection to Warren Road. He noted that the application process remains on-going as various



matters and/or revisions are required to be addressed. In particular, prior to reporting back to

Council with a recommendation for draft approval it will be necessary to ensure that the

conditions of approval of the FS/DAS have been satisfactorily addressed. Further that staff

requires the opportunity to continue to review the application, provide comments, and work with

the Applicant to review and address the various issues rose in this report as well as by the public

and Council and that comments have not as yet been received from all departments and agencies.


Don Given, Coordinator, Malone Given Parsons Ltd. advised that he is present this evening to

hear comments and concerns from the public and to answer any questions from Council or staff.


(i) Ron Mitchell, Vice-chair CCKT, 13175 Keele Street

Mr. Mitchell spoke on behalf of Concerned Citizens of King Township. He commented that

there are sizeable forested areas in this subdivision location which should be retained and that

additional planting will be needed in the open space and buffer area. He asked that the wetlands

not be disturbed by construction and in particular the pond which is included in the proposal for

relocation should be left undisturbed. Mr. Mitchell asked that sports fields should be placed close

to the school property and the natural vegetation of the park be retained as much as possible. He

questioned how a wetland can be relocated as is labeled on Block 180 of the plan as 'relocated

wetland' and why the lot sizes are smaller than the adjacent subdivision on Warren Road. He

asked that the existing trail system in the village be linked to the proposed trails for the new

developments and advised that CCKT supports looped or continuous trail systems to provide

links between open space and park areas through the whole village. Mr. Mitchell commented

that it is important that trails should all interconnect in logical fashion enabling residents to walk

short or long distances depending not just on their choices, but their health and physical abilities.

(ii) Jean Bowman, 295 King Summit Road

Ms. Bowman advised of concerns about the quantity of water which will be taken out of Lake

Ontario when the development is completed and asked if the Ministry of the Environment and

the Provincial and Federal Governments have been asked if this population growth can sustain

the water being used from Lake Ontario especially during the seasonal lowering and raising of

the water levels in the lake. Ms. Bowman asked that the Provincial Government put their stamp

of approval on these King City Developments to make them responsible that there will always be enough water available in King City.

(iii) Keith Beckley, 400 Warren Road

Mr. Beckley advised that the application backs onto his property. He opined that the 'green'

plan should focus on high density in some areas with more 'green' areas everywhere else. He

asked that the developers be held accountable that this is the best plan for the existing residents.


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He requested that consideration be given to making the road contoured rather than straight

through. Mr. Beckley asked what is in the Plan for the existing residents. He commented that the

only benefit he could see for him in this project is an increase in traffic volume along Warren Road.

(iv) Ted Baldwin, 350 Warren Road

Mr. Baldwin asked if the meetings could be held at 7:00 p.m. rather than 6:00 p.m. He asked that

instead of building a new school could one of the existing schools be expanded instead. He

advised that the new plan of development is not compatible with the existing development, the lots are much smaller. He commented that Council considers renaming King City to Maple North. V

(v) Tony Giancola, 194 Warren Road

Mr. Giancola advised that he would like to see continuity between Warren Road and the new

road and that the lots should be greater than 50 feet. He asked that increased 'green' space be

provided at the front of the houses, and wider streets and sidewalks that are pedestrian- friendly so that residents don't have to drive their cars to the local store.

(vi) Marco Parmegiani, 53 Burton Grove

Mr. Parmegiani commented that the plan relies on Warren Road which will see an increase in

traffic volume and asked whether or not a traffic study had been done. He asked if traffic lights

will be installed at King Road. He advised that this development should be put on hold until the road can be opened to Dufferin Street, so there will not be so much traffic on Warren Road. Mr.

Parmegiani questioned the location of the parkland as it doesn't respect any of the natural features, wetlands or environmental areas.

(vii) Harry Dahme, 335 Patricia Drive

Mr. Dahme commented that he is opposed to the Plan of Subdivision. He referred to the King City Community Plan which requires that new development be consistent with existing development in the area. He noted the lot sizes are inconsistent - the existing lots are + 30 metres and he will be looking at lots that are only 15 metres. He advised that no attention has

been given to the storm water drainage proposal as per the Plan. Mr. Dahme advised that storm

sewers are being proposed because it is too difficult to maintain open ditches, and that this

decision should be revisited in order to enhance ground water rehabilitation. He added that the

lots will be backing onto existing drainage system. Mr. Dahme advised that the proposed 11 metre height limit contravenes the Community Plan.

(viii) Bruce Craig, 115 Clearview Heights

Mr. Craig spoke on behalf of Preserve the Village (PTV) and noted concerns with the layout of

the roads and lack of respect for the contours of the land. He opined that more concern should be given to the environmental features of the area. Mr. Craig asked if the developers could be more



creative in the design of streets and lotting, and use unique designs for each house to provide

character as in the rest of King City. He suggested that where roads cross the watercourses and

buffer areas have bridges instead of culverts to provide for free movement of wildlife in the area.

He asked that the Township consider looking into 'green' standards for construction such as

heating with ground source thermal heating. He advised that Street 'A' at King Road encroaches

significantly on a buffer and that the angle of the street needs to be changed. Mr. Craig

requested that the buffer be continued along Dufferin Street similar to that along King Road so

that the homes are not immediately adjacent to the road. Mr. Craig questioned how the wetland

on Block 180 will be relocated. Mr. Craig concluded that the development be created in the

character that is unique to King and to keep in mind that this development needs to harmonize

with the rest of King Township.


A motion was made by Councillor Laidlaw, seconded by Councillor Pabst and carried that the

comments heard today and the correspondence be received and that Planning Report No. P-2007-

60 be received and the recommendations therein be approved, as follows:

A. That Planning Report No. P-2007-60 be received together with the comments and input

from the public, Council, and the Applicant:


applications, File Nos. 19T-06K04 and Z-2006-08, submitted by King Dufferin

Developments Inc. providing for the development of lands described as Part of Lot 4 and

5, Concession 3, for residential, elementary school, park and open space uses, be referred

back to staff together with all agency, applicant, Township department, Council and

public comments for a further report following the receipt of the same and completion of

Planning Department's review;


expressed by Council, the Public, the Applicant, Township departments and other public

agencies and report back to Committee.




File Nos. 19T-06K05,Z-2006-09

Kingshire Estates

Part of Lot 4, Concession 3







subdivision and zoning by-law amendment bearing File Nos. 19T-06K05 and Z-2006-09 which

apply to lands generally described as Part of Lot 4, Concession 3 in the community of King City

and were initially filed with the Township in February 2006. Mr. Stevens commented that the

initial submission was received by the Township and held with no processing until the King City

East Functional Servicing and Development Area Study (FSDAS) had been submitted and

considered at a public meeting. He noted that the application remains on-going as various

matters and/or revisions are required to be addressed. In particular, prior to reporting back to

Council with a recommendation for draft approval it will be necessary to ensure that the

conditions of approval of the FS/DAS have been satisfactorily addressed. Further that staff

requires the opportunity to continue to review the application, provide comments, and work with

the Applicant to review and address the various issues raised in this report as well as by the

public and Council and that comments have not as yet been received from all departments and

agencies.





There were no comments.


A motion was made by Councillor Rupke, seconded by Councillor Cober and carried that the




from the public, Council, and the Applicant;


applications, File Nos. 19T-06K05 and Z-2006-09, submitted by Kingshire Estates

providing for the development of lands described as Part of Lot 4, Concession 3, for

residential and open space uses, be referred back to staff together with all agency,

applicant, Township department, Council and public comments for a further report

following the receipt of the same and completion of the Planning Department's review;









FileNos.: 19K-06K07, Z-2006-04

Hickory Hills Investment

Part of Lots 2 & 3, Concession 3

Date of Notice: November 19,2007




subdivision and zoning by-law amendment bearing File Nos. 19T-06K07 and Z-2006-04 which

apply to lands generally described as Part of Lot 2 and 3, Concession 3 in the community of

King City and were initially filed with the Township in February 2006. Mr. Stevens commented

that the initial submission was received by the Township and held with no processing until the

King City East Functional Servicing and Development Area Study (FSDAS) had been submitted

and considered at a public meeting. Council has granted conditional approval to the portion of

the FSDAS located to the south of the GO Transit Railway line on October 22,2007.





(i) Fiona Cowles, 14510 Jane Street

Ms. Cowles appeared on behalf of CCKT. She advised that there are many mature trees to be

retained. She advised that the lot sizes in this development are smaller than the immediately

adjacent Burton Grove lots and suggest that the lots should be aligned with the existing lots to

the north. She commented that there are lot lines on the east side adjoining the boundaries of

environmentally protected areas that require buffer zones.


Councillor Mortelliti advised that it is important for the King City community to attain the lands

containing the Shift sculpture and he would like to see the developer consider conveying 30

acres of the remaining 130 acre property to the Township of King and bring the artwork into

public ownership.

A motion was made by Councillor Pabst, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that the




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applications, File nos. 19T-06K07 and Z-2006-04, submitted by Hickory Hills

Investments Inc. providing for the development of lands described as Part of Lot 2 and 3,

Concession 3, for residential and open space uses be referred back to staff together with

all agency, applicant, Township department, Council and public comments for a further

report following the receipt of the same and completion of the Planning Department's review;





Proposed Plans of Subdivision & Official Plan Amendments


File Nos. 19T-06K06, Z-2006-03, OP-2006-03

Osmington Inc.

Part of Lot 6, Concession 3




regarding the above-noted application. He advised that the applications are for official plan

amendment, draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment bearing File Nos. OP-2006-

03, 19T-06K06 and Z-2006-03 which apply to lands generally described as Lot 2, Concession 3

in the community of King City and were initially filed with the Township in April 2006. Mr.

Stevens commented that the initial submission was received by the Township and held with no

processing until the King City East Functional Servicing and Development Area Study (FSDAS)

had been submitted and considered at a public meeting. Council has granted conditional approval

to the portion of the FSDAS located to the south of the GO Transit Railway line on October 22 2007.





(i) Robert Mitchell, 13175 Keele Street



Mr. Mitchell spoke on behalf of CCKT. He advised that this plan includes an area which has

been identified as needing Special Study in the King City Community Plan and that a report by

the Ministry of Natural Resources in 1997, covering the natural heritage of this area in

considerable detail, states that "King-Vaughan wetlands and associated woodlands in the

southeastern portion of King City support one of the most significant natural areas in King

Township". He added that the recommendations in this report are wide-ranging and assert the

provincial significance of the King-Vaughan wetland complex and its high-quality forest habitat

for many species and quoted that "these wetlands and associated upland forests be protected

from any development or terrain alternation and that no fill permits be given for any of the

wetlands and their associated streams. Protection should also be afforded to regenerating fields

and thickets that abut wetlands due to their critical importance in maintaining wetland functions

and their linkage functions. That corridor that link nearby forests to wetlands must be protected

from development, as should those that link the wetland complex to adjacent natural areas on the

Oak Ridges Moraine". Mr. Mitchell advised that CCKT strongly recommends that there be NO

development on the east side of this plan and a further review of the needs of the heron colony

which requires 120m. of buffering be supported and that CCKT cannot support the proposed

Official Plan amendment for the Special Study area and would prefer it to remain untouched,

supporting the nearby heron colony and other wildlife and contributing to the forest habitat

which will protect the integrity of the King-Vaughan wetland. He noted that the King City

Community Plan, Schedule 'A' shows that the landform conservation area (LCA 3) includes

about 75% of the Special Study area which indicates terrain with a high degree of ecological

complexity and recommends either enhancing the ecological character of the area or very limited

development. If some development should be allowed, an alternative configuration could be the

elimination of development in the section to the south of the proposed park - no development

south of Lot 93 which would provide linkage between the environmentally sensitive areas and

maintain the existing wildlife corridors. Mr. Mitchell concluded by commenting that given the

MNR recommendations for protecting the whole of the south-east quadrant's wetland complex,

the development of a future 'King Forest' could be a method of promoting the ecological

integrity and sustainability of the King City settlement area.

Mr. Mitchell provided a copy of his presentation to the Clerk,

(ii) Bob Martin, 280 Kettleby Road

Mr. Martin read from a prepared brief and provided copies to Council and staff. He commented

that there are very serious financial implications as far as King is concerned such as: the force

main costs, the collector sewer costs, carrying costs, cost overruns to the existing residents and

municipal loans if required. Mr. Martin asked what the current Development Charges levy is for

a single dwelling in 2007 and what contributions the developers are making to the additional

costs and overheads that King will be faced with such as staffing and office expenses. He

advised that it is beholden upon Councillors to immediately ensure that they are aware of King's

current financial position, to ensure that they are presented monthly with an up to date cash flow

forecast, maintain ruthless control of expenditure and be completely and utterly satisfied that any guarantees received are fully enforceable.



(iii) Lydia Jackson, 15017 Keele Street

Ms. Jackson advised that she is here this evening to obtain further information on the plan of

subdivision and to find out if anyone has checked into the effects this plan would have on the

Oak Ridges Artesian Mapping or if any study has been done. She advised of her concerns with

the increase in traffic volume due to the 200 % increase in population that King City will

experience as it will impact on other Township residents who live further north who come here

for work or business. Ms. Jackson questioned what the time frame is for the development and if

it extends to the 15th Sideroad, does this mean that the sewage pipe will have to be extended. She asked what the definition of 'open space' is.


A motion was made by Councillor Rupke, seconded by Councillor Pabst and carried that the






applications, File Nos. OP-2006-03, 19T-06K06 and Z-2006-03, submitted by Hickory

Hills Investments Inc. providing for the development of lands described as Lot 2,

Concession 3, for residential and open space uses be referred back to staff together with

all agency, applicant, Township department, Council and public comments for a further

report following the receipt of the same and completion of the Planning Department's review;


expressed by Council, the Public, the Applicant, Township departments and other public agencies and report back to Committee.

8. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETINGS & COMMITTEE REPORTS

A. Minutes of Council Meeting

(a) Minutes of the Council Meeting of November 26th, 2007

A motion was made by Councillor Underhill, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that the Minutes of the Council Meeting of November 26th, 2007 be adopted.

B. Committee Reports

(a) Committee of the Whole Report of November 26th, 2007



A motion was made by Councillor Underhill, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that

the Committee of the Whole Report for the Meeting of November 26th, 2007 be adopted.

(b) Committee of the Whole, Closed Session Report of November 26th, 2007

A motion was made by Councillor Underhill, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that

the Committee of the Whole, Closed Session Report for the Meeting of November 26lh, 2007 be adopted.

9. NOTICE OF MOTION

A. At the Council Meeting of November 26th, 2007 Councillor Laidlaw submitted the following Motion, seconded by Councillor Mortelliti:

RE: NOBLETON SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM

"Whereas an opportunity will exist for the residents of Nobleton to connect to a sewer system

planned to be constructed by Slokker Canada in cooperation with York Region and King

Township;

Whereas such connection could be a matter of choice as opposed to necessity;

Whereas current estimates based on all residences within the immediate community being

hooked up, suggest an average cost per residence of $ 24,000 + hook-up;

Whereas detailed estimates prepared and presented to Working Committee meetings show that

partial hook-ups may be considerably less expensive than the currently proposed average of $

24,000 per unit;

Whereas it is possible at this stage to design the system such that partial hook-ups and collector

systems only can be / would be constructed;

Whereas the Township can not be certain or currently has no means by which to measure what,

if any, areas should / should not be serviced in the event of partial hook-up;

Whereas it would be in the best interests of the residents and the Township to properly assess

and determine where and if collection systems and hook-ups should be constructed and

considered in order to achieve meaningful and realistic pricing structures;

Now therefore be it resolved that the staff of the Township of King develop a method by which

to effectively measure the acceptance / lack of acceptance of sewer systems and hook-ups for the

residents of Nobleton and that accurate pricing structure and construction contracts may be

prepared and tendered; and further that such plebiscite/ referendum/ vote be undertaken prior



to King Township Council making any commitments for sewering the entire community of

Nobleton beyond those commitments already agreed to by vote of Council."

A motion was made by Councillor Pabst, seconded by Councillor Rupke and carried that the

above Motion be deferred.

(b) A motion was made by Councillor Mortelliti, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw that the

Clerk report back to Council on the costs to conduct a plebiscite and the procedures to be

followed.

Councillor Rupke requested a recorded vote.

The Clerk called the recorded vote as follows:

FOR: Black, Mortelliti, Laidlaw, Pabst, Underhill

AGAINST: Cober, Rupke

Motion Carried.

B. NOTICE OF MOTION

Councillor Underhill submitted the following Motion to be considered at the January 14th, 2008 Meeting of Council:

Motion by: Councillor Underhill Seconded by: Councillor Mortelliti

RE: CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR WATER SUPPLY AND

STORAGE IN KING CITY

Whereas the Region of York has issued a Notice of Completion for the Schedule C Municipal

Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for Water to service new growth in the King City

Community Plan; and

Whereas it has been stated that existing wells, 3 and 4,have a capacity to service 6,000 persons

and are presently servicing approximately 4,800 persons; and

Whereas the Schedule C EA recommends that existing and future development be serviced by

surface water from Lake Ontario and the existing wells de-commissioned; and

Whereas the groundwater in the King City area is a clean water supply, as affirmed by the

Minister of Environment and the Medical Officer of Health for York Region; and

Whereas existing ratepayers, currently serviced by municipal wells, will not see an increase in

service if their supply is switched to lake water because;

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1. Simply switching supply will not alter pressure.

2. Existing watermains are lined with iron from well water and therefore existing

ratepayers will continue to have iron in their water.

Whereas in York Region, water and sewer infrastructure is the joint responsibility of the upper

and lower tier municipalities;

Therefore be it resolved that:

"The Township of King request the Region of York to service only new development in King

City with Lake Ontario water, and maintain the existing sustainable ground based supply for the

existing community - thereby creating the benefit of two separate pressure districts supplied by

two separate water sources as is the case in some other municipalities, and in the interests of

democracy, the existing King City residents be given the choice of connecting to Lake Ontario

water or remaining on groundwater, by conducting a plebiscite or referendum, whichever is

applicable."

10. ADOPTION OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORTS OF DECEMBER 10th, 2007

(a) Committee of the Whole

Mayor Black declared a possible Pecuniary Interest in Item #7 of the Committee of the Whole

regarding the Application for Plan of Condominium for Chestnut Developments Inc. as her Law

Office is acting on behalf of some residents and tenants, and refrained from discussion or voting

on this matter.

Councillor Cober in the Chair.

A motion was made by Councillor Rupke, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that the

Committee of the Whole Report Item #1, Application for Plan of Condominium - Chestnut

Developments Inc. of December 10th, 2007 be approved; the written report will be provided at the next Council Meeting for confirmation.

Mayor Black in the Chair.

A motion was made by Councillor Pabst, seconded by Councillor Laidlaw and carried that the

Committee of the Whole Report Items #2, 3 and 4 of December 10l\ 2007 be approved; the written reports will be provided at the next Council Meeting for confirmation.

11. BY-LAWS

A motion was made by Councillor Underhill, seconded by Councillor Rupke and carried that the

following By-laws be taken as read a first, second and third time and passed:



Bv-law #2007-145 A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NUMBER 2007-28 BEING A BY

LAW TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE MUSEUM BOARD OF

MANAGEMENT

(Ref. Clerks' Dept. Report No.: CL-2007-53, CO. W. Closed Mtg. of Nov. 26/07. Oleg

Nikolaenko & Julie Senna,)

By-law #2007-146 A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NUMBER 2007-34 BEING A BY

LAW TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE HERITAGE ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

(Ref. Clerks'Dept. Report No.: CL-2007-53, C.O.W. Closed Mtg. of Nov. 26/07, Lynda

Laceby)

By-law #2007-147 A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NUMBER 2007-27 BEING A BY

LAW TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE PARKS ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

(Ref. Clerks' Dept. Report No.: CL-2007-53, C.O.W. Closed Mtg. of Nov. 26/07,

Maureen Richardson, Steve Pellegrini)

12. CONFIRMATION OF PROCEEDINGS BY-LAW

Bv-law #2007-148 A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL AT

IT'S MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 10th, 2007

A motion was made by Councillor Pabst, seconded by Councillor Cober and carried that By-law

Number 2007-148 be taken as read a first, second and third time and passed.

13. ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Councillor Underhill, seconded by Councillor Mortelliti and carried that

the Council Meeting be adjourned.

The Council Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

Margaret Black, Mayor

Chris Somerville, Clerk

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