September 29, 2015

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The Council meets in Regular Session in the Council Chambers this day at 4:00 p.m.

I.   DISCLOSURES

OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

Councillor B. Armstrong discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 13 of the 10th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee, having to do with pay day loan and cheque cashing services, by indicating that he has a business interest in this matter.

Councillor P. Hubert discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 4 of the 22nd Report of the Corporate Services Committee, having to do with the single source procurement of custodial services for the South London Community Centre, by indicating that he is the Executive Director of a social services agency and is also associated with a non-profit cleaning company.

II.   REVIEW OF

CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED IN PUBLIC

III.   ADDED

REPORTS

IV.   RECOGNITIONS

1.   His Worship the

Mayor presents a certificate for “London’s Featured Community Organization” to the Forest City Sport & Social Club.

V.   COMMITTEE

OF THE WHOLE, IN CAMERA

MOTION FOR IN CAMERA SESSION

Moved by Councillor M. van Holst

Seconded by Councillor P. Hubert

Approve that Council rise and go into Committee of the Whole, in camera, for the purpose of considering the following:

Motion Passed

VI.   CONFIRMATION

AND SIGNING OF THE MINUTES OF THE TWENTY-FIFTH MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Moved by Councillor M. van Holst

Seconded by Councillor T. Park

Approve the Minutes of the 25th Meeting  held on September 15, 2015.

Motion Passed

VII.   COMMUNICATIONS

AND PETITIONS

Moved by Councillor J. Helmer

Seconded by Councillor J. Morgan

Approve referral of the following communications, as noted on the public Added Agenda:

1.   B. Wells, 408-190

Cherryhill Circle - Vehicles for Hire - New Technologies (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee stage for consideration with clause 9 of the 10th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee.)

Motion Passed

Motion Passed

VIII.   MOTIONS OF

WHICH NOTICE IS GIVEN

IX.   REPORTS

22nd Report of the Corporate Services Committee Councillor M. Cassidy presents.

Moved by Councillor M. Cassidy

Approve clauses 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6.

1.   Disclosures of

Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

2.   Residential Tax

By-law for Investment in Affordable Housing Program Project at 189 Dundas Street (Related to Bill No. 333)

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Municipal Housing, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated September 22, 2015 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on September 29, 2015, to tax the affordable housing property at 189 Dundas Street at an effective tax rate equal to the residential tax rate; and the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to give written notice of the by-law to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and the secretary of all area school boards.

3.   Residential Tax

By-law for Investment in Affordable Housing Program Project at 77 Tecumseh Avenue (Related to Bill No. 334)

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Municipal Housing, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated September 22, 2015  BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on September 29, 2015, to tax the affordable housing property at 77 Tecumseh Avenue West at an effective tax rate equal to the residential tax rate; and the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to give written notice of the by-law to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation and the secretary of all area school boards.

5.   City of London’s

Credit Rating

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the staff report dated September 22, 2015 regarding the City of London’s Aaa credit rating BE RECEIVED for information.

6.   Change in Property

Ownership Fees

That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to continue to pursue opportunities to enhance the Corporation’s communication with the community; it being noted that the Corporate Services Committee received a communication dated September 1, 2015 from Councillor V. Ridley with respect to notifying residents regarding charge in property ownership fees.

Motion Passed

4.   Single Source

Procurement 15-35 Custodial Services - South London Community Centre

That, on the recommendation of the Director, Financial Services, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children & Fire Services and the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the following actions be taken:   a)         the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to enter into negotiations with Metropolitan Maintenance, 163 Stronach Crescent, London, Ontario N5V 3G5 for additional custodial maintenance services at the South London Community Centre;   b)         the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this purchase; and   c)         the approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract or having a purchase order, or contract record relating to the subject matter of this approval.

Motion Passed

21st Report of the Planning and Environment Committee Councillor P. Hubert presents.

Moved by Councillor P. Hubert

Approve clauses 1 to 9, inclusive.

1.   Disclosures of

Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

2.   6th Report of the

Advisory Committee on the Environment

That the 6th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment from its meeting held on September 2, 2015, BE RECEIVED.

3.   Notice of Appeal to

the Ontario Municipal Board PL150688/PL150398 - 161 Windermere Road (39CD-14501/SP15-009524)

That, on the recommendation of the Manager, Development Planning, in response to letters of appeal by Suzanne deJong and Tridon Properties Ltd., to the Ontario Municipal Board dated May 7, 2015, relating to the Vacant Land Condominium application being PL150398 and dated August 5, 2015, relating to Site Plan being PL150688, for the property located at 161 Windermere Road:   a)         the City Solicitor BE DIRECTED to provide legal representation at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing and to take such steps as are necessary to support Municipal Council’s position relating to the appeal to the Vacant Land Condominium application being Ontario Municipal Board File Number PL150398; and,   b)         the City Solicitor BE DIRECTED to provide legal representation at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing and to take such steps as are necessary to support Municipal Council’s position relating to the appeal of the Site Plan application, being Ontario Municipal Board File Number PL150688.   (2015-L01)

4.   Victoria on the

River Subdivision - Phases 1 & 2 (formerly 1603 Hamilton Road) (H-8471) (Related to Bill No. 338)

That, on the recommendation of the Senior Planner, Development Services, based on the application by Sifton Properties Limited, relating to the Victoria on the River Subdivision, Phases 1 & 2, (formerly known as 1603 Hamilton Road), the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated September 21, 2015, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on September 29, 2015 to amend Zoning By-law Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the Phase 1 lands, described as Lots 1 through 19 and Lots 21 through 59, Registered Plan No. 33M-672, FROM a holding Residential R1 (h-100-R1-4) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone to remove the holding (h-100) provision; and on the Phase 2 lands, described as Lots 47 through 56 and Lots 75 through 124, as shown on the draft-approved plan of subdivision (File No. 39T-09502), FROM a holding Residential R1 (h-h-100-R1-4) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone to remove the holding (h & h-100) provisions.   (2015-D09)

5.   11th Report of the

London Advisory Committee on Heritage

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from its meeting held on September 9, 2015:   a)         the following actions be taken with respect to part a) and b) of clause 6 of the 11th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, having to do with the proposed designation of the properties located at 79, 481, 483, 485, 487 and 489 Talbot Street (Camden Terrace) and 93 – 95 Dufferin Avenue:   i)          the owner BE REQUESTED to stabilize the above-noted structures during the winter season;   ii)         parts a) and b) of clause 6 of the 11th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration to consider in conjunction with the evaluation of future planning applications regarding these properties; it being noted that part a) and b) of clause 6 of the 11th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage reads as follows:   “a)        a Notice under the provisions of Section 29(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O. 18, of the Municipal Council’s intention to designate the properties located at 479, 481, 483, 485, 487 and 489 Talbot Street (Camden Terrace) to be of cultural heritage value and interest BE GIVEN, for the attached reasons;   b)       a Notice under the provisions of Section 29(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O. 18, of the Municipal Council’s intention to designate the properties located at 93 – 95 Dufferin Avenue to be of cultural heritage value and interest BE GIVEN, for the attached reasons;”   iii)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to work with the developer to evaluate opportunities to integrate heritage elements into the design;   b)         the following actions be taken with respect to the Stewardship Sub-Committee report:   i)          the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to work with the developer prior to the demolition of the buildings located 505, 509 and 511 Talbot Street to:   I)          obtain photo documentation of the buildings proposed for demolition and measured drawings of the exterior facades at 505 Talbot Street; II)         identify significant architectural details and elements, notably the decorative trim at 505 Talbot, that may be salvaged prior to or as part of the demolition process for potential reuse; and, III)        prepare an artistic commemoration of the existing building streetscape;   ii)         it BE NOTED that the Stewardship Sub-Committee minutes from its meeting held on August 26, 2015, were received;   c)            the matter of the proposed designation of the properties located at 78-88 Oxford Street West, BE DEFERRED to such time as the Stewardship Sub-Committee receives the Consultant report on the Heritage Impact Assessment for the above-noted properties; it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage received a presentation from C. Andreae, Heritage Planner, AECOM, with respect to this matter;   d)            the following actions be taken with respect to the building located 4342 McDougall Close:   i)             the Civic Administration and the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH) does not object to the demolition of the building located at 4342 McDougall Close and does not recommend designation, it being noted that the property should be removed from the Inventory of Heritage Resources, as its evaluation determined that it does not demonstrate sufficient cultural heritage value or interest; and,   ii)         the property owners BE ENCOURAGED to reuse any salvageable heritage materials;   e)         clauses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 9, BE RECEIVED;   it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee heard verbal presentations from W. Kinghorn, Chair, LACH and J. Rodgers, Rygar Properties Inc. and reviewed and received a communication dated September 15, 2015, from J. Rodgers, Rygar Properties Inc., with respect to these matters.

6.   Property located at

648 Huron Street (Z-8495) (Related to Bill No. 339)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with respect to the application of Canadian Mental Health Association Middlesex, relating to the property located at 648 Huron Street, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated September 21, 2015, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on September 29, 2015, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Restricted Office (RO1) Zone TO a Restricted Office Special Provision (RO1(  )) Zone;   it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individual indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made an oral submission in connection therewith.   (2015-D09)

7.   Property located at

1255 Kilally Road (OZ-8500) (Related to Bill No. 336 and Bill No. 340)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Kilally Shopping Centre Inc., relating to the property located at 1255 Kilally Road:   a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated September 21, 2015 (Appendix “A”) BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on September 29, 2015, to amend the Official Plan to  change the designation of the subject lands FROM Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential TO Auto Oriented Commercial Corridor; and,   b)         the attached, revised, proposed, by-law (Appendix “B”) BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on September 29, 2015, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan, as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Convenience Commercial/ Neighbourhood Facility (CC2/CC3/NF) Zone TO an Associated Shopping Area Special Provision (ASA1()/ASA3()) Zone;   it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee reviewed and received communications dated September 17, 2015 and September 18, 2015, from Councillor M. Salih and the attached communication from Y. White, President, Middlesex Condominium Corporation No. 725, respectively, with respect to this matter;   it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions in connection therewith.    (2015-D09)

8.   Property located at

4342 McDougall Close - Request for Demolition

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning & City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, relating to the request for the demolition of a heritage listed property located at 4342 McDougall Close, the following actions be taken:   a)         the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council does not intend to issue a notice of its intent to designate 4342 McDougall Close under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; and,   b)         the subject property BE REMOVED from the Inventory of Heritage Resources;   it being pointed out that no individuals spoke at the public participation meeting associated with this matter.   (2015-P10D)

9.   Deferred Matters

List

That the Deferred Matters List BE REVISED to reflect the removal of items 5 and 10.

Motion Passed

10th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee Councillor J. Morgan presents.

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Approve clauses 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 and 12.

1.   Disclosures of

Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that Councillor Armstrong disclosed a pecuniary interest in clause 13 of this Report having to do with pay day loans and cheque cashing services, by indicating that he has business interests relating to this matter.

3.   5th Report of the

London Housing Advisory Committee

That the 5th Report of the London Housing Advisory Committee from its meeting held on September 8, 2015, BE RECEIVED.

4.   London’s Homeless

Prevention System - Progress Report and Update

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director of Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the London Homeless Prevention System Progress Report and update dated September 22, 2015, BE RECEIVED for information.  (2015-S14)

5.   London’s Homeless

Prevention System - Housing Stability Bank

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director of Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the award of the contract for the Request for Proposal (RFP) 15-37, Housing Stability Bank Services:   a)         the proposal submitted by The Salvation Army Centre of Hope, 281 Wellington Street, London ON, N6B 2L4, at a fiscal budget (2016/2017) of $2,672,496, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that the bid submitted by The Salvation Army Centre of Hope was the only bid received and meets the City’s terms, conditions and specifications;   b)         the funding for this service, in the amount of up to $3M per fiscal year, BE APPROVED; it being noted that the funding will commence on a pro-rated basis on January 1, 2016; and,   c)         the funding approval, noted in b) above, is SUBJECT TO the ongoing funding available under the Provincial Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative, City of London and other funding sources.  (2015-S14)

6.   Approval of By-law

for Amendment to the 189 Dundas Developments Inc. Municipal Contribution Agreement (Related to Bill No. 332)

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Municipal Housing, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated September 22, 2015, with respect to the 189 Dundas Developments Inc. project at 189 Dundas Street, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on September 29, 2015 to:   a)         authorize an amending Municipal Contribution Agreement, substantially in the form of an agreement appended to the above-noted by-law and to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and,   b)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the said amending Agreement.  (2015-L04A/CO1)

7.   Assignment of

Rental Component of Administration Agreement for the Investment in Affordable Housing for Ontario (2014 Extension) to the Housing Development Corporation, London

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Municipal Housing, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the following actions be taken with respect to the Administration Agreement for the Investment in Affordable Housing for Ontario (2014 Extension) Program, dated October 31, 2014:   a)         the responsibility for the delivery of the Investment in Affordable Housing (2014 Extension) Program Rental Housing component BE ASSIGNED to the Housing Development Corporation, London; and,   b)         the Mayor BE AUTHORIZED to correspond with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, requesting the consent for this assignment, as per section 13.23 of the above-noted Administration Agreement.  (2015-L04A/S11)

10.   Status Report -

Category 7 Refreshment Vehicles - Food Trucks

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and the Chief Building Official, the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee in December 2015/January 2016, with respect to the following issues related to food truck regulations:             a)         cap on number of licenses; b)         parking fee; and, c)         locational regulations pertaining to restaurants and schools;   it being noted that a public participation meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee will be held if the review recommends any by-law amendments.  (2015-P09)

11.   E-bikes on

Sidewalks

That the request for delegation status from Brenda Fuhrman, with respect to e-bikes on sidewalks, BE APPROVED and that Ms. Fuhrman BE INVITED to attend the October 20, 2015 Community and Protective Services Committee meeting.

12.   Deferred Matters

List

That the September 2015 Deferred Matters List for the Community and Protective Services Committee, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

2.   5th Report of the

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 5th Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (AWAC) from its meeting held on September 3, 2015:   a)         the matter of a tethering/chaining of animals by-law BE DEFERRED to the 2016 work plan of the AWAC;   b)         the matter of a tree trimming and wildlife displacement policy BE DEFERRED to the 2016 work plan of the AWAC; and,   c)         clauses 1, 3 to 5 and 7, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Failed

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins

Approve that the 5th Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

8.   7th and 8th Reports

of the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 7th and 8th Reports of the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee (LDRRAC) from its meetings held on August 20, 2015 and September 17, 2015, respectively:   a)         the following actions be taken with respect to the Policy and Planning Sub-Committee:   i)          the Public Participation Meeting for the LDRRAC name change BE SCHEDULED for October 2015, and BE HELD at a central location;   ii)         the Policy and Planning Sub-Committee minutes from its meeting held on August 6, 2015, BE RECEIVED; and,   iii)         the attached London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee Work Plan – 2015, BE RECEIVED;     b)         the following actions be taken with respect to the Award and Recognition Sub-Committee:   i)          the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a by-law to enact the attached revised Council Policy 1(10), with respect to the “Diversity, Race Relations and Inclusivity Award”;   ii)         the attached revised Diversity, Race Relations and Inclusivity Award Nomination Form BE APPROVED; and,   iii)         the Awards and Recognition Sub-Committee minutes from its meeting held on August 10, 2015, BE RECEIVED;   c)         the communication, “In and Out, Diverging Perspectives on LGBT Inclusion in the Workplace”, received from the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, BE FORWARDED to the office of the Fairness Commissioner,  for review and with a request for comment to the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee.   d)         the following actions be taken with respect to Police Street Check Practices:   i)          clause 10 part a) of the 7th Report of the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee (LDDRAC), having to do with police street check practices, BE REFERRED to the Police Services Board for consideration during their review of this matter; it being noted that 10a) reads as follows:   “a)        the London Police Services Board BE REQUESTED to consider the following with respect to Police street check practices in the City of London:   i)      directing the London Police Service to halt the current street check practice pending the completion of the local and provincial street check practice review; ii)     providing statistics demonstrating to the LDRRAC how the current street check practice assists as a crime-prevention, crime-solving tool; iii)    publicly posting street check statistics, in a timely fashion;     iv)   including the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee in all future public communications with respect to the street check practices; and, v)    providing a presentation with respect to the current street checks practices at a future meeting of the LDRRAC”;   ii)         a representative of the Human Rights Commission, a “human rights” Lawyer and the Ontario Ombudsman BE INVITED to submit information and or attend a future meeting of the LDRRAC to provide additional information with respect to this matter;   it being noted that the LDRRAC is concerned with the practice of street checks and considers it to be a form of racial discrimination; and,   e)         clauses 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 and 11 of the 7th Report, BE RECEIVED.   f)          the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to consider the Advancing Equality and Inclusion – A Guide for Municipalities (City for All Women Initiative, Ottawa) in the preparation of the Community Diversity and Inclusion Strategy; it being noted that consideration of this publication was deferred from the August 20, 2015 London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee meeting;   g)         the following actions BE CONSIDERED, in conjunction with work already underway by the Civic Administration with respect to the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC):   i)              providing information to the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee (LDRRAC), from the Civic Administration, with respect to the Civic Administration’s review of the TRC “calls to action”; ii)             developing Indigenous cultural competency training for all municipal employees; iii)            reviewing and potentially endorsing the attached United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP); and, iv)           developing a prominent memorial in London, acknowledging the history of Canada’s residential school system and its former students;   it being noted that a verbal presentation was received from S. Morrison with respect to this matter which is further detailed at http://www.trc.ca/websites/trcinstitution/index.php?p=890   h)         clause 10 of the 8th Report, BE REFERRED to the Mayor and the Advisory Panel on Poverty for consideration; it being noted that clause 10 reads as follows:               “the Mayor BE REQUESTED to consider expanding the membership of the Advisory Panel on Poverty to include representatives of diverse populations that are disproportionately impacted by poverty; it being noted that the LDRRAC recognizes the value of the current membership of the Panel and supports the initiative taken by the Panel on this important matter”; and,   i)          clauses 1 to 6 and 9 of the 8th Report, BE RECEIVED.

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Seconded by Councillor P. Hubert

Approve that parts b)i) and b)ii) BE REFERRED to the City Clerk to review and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with a recommendation with respect to the proposed changes being recommended by the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee to Council Policy 1(10) – Diversity, Race Relations and Inclusivity Award.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Seconded by Councillor M. Salih

Approve clause 8, as amended.

Motion Passed

9.   Vehicle for Hire -

New Technologies

That the following actions be taken with respect to Vehicles for Hire - New Technologies:   a)         on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee in January/February 2016 on licensing regulations including, but not limited to:   i)          minimum and maximum fares; ii)          e-hail technologies; iii)         licensing fee structures; and, iv)        recent jurisprudence related to vehicle-for-hire technology apps;   it being noted that any amendments to the Taxicab and Licensing By-law adhere to the municipal purposes of health and safety, consumer protection and service quality to ensure an efficient vehicle-for-hire service is available to all persons including the travelling public and that such service is provided in a manner that provides a safe environment for both passengers and drivers; and,   b)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to seek confirmation from the Financial Services Commission of Ontario of the approval and availability of insurance products for “Transportation Network Companies” and their drivers that could adequately protect passengers, drivers, and members of the public from risks associated with the operation of “Private Vehicles-for-Hire”.   it being noted that the Community and Protective Services Committee heard verbal delegations from C. Schafer, Uber Public Policy Manager and R. Caranci, Caranci Consulting and J. Kukurudziak, President, London Taxi Association and received a communication dated September 20, 2015 from Mr. Schafer, with respect to this matter.  (2015-P09A)

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong

Approve an amendment to clause 9, by adding the following new part c):   c)         that the following actions be taken with respect enforcement of the City of London’s Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51, as amended:   i)          the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to put in place, as quickly as possible, additional resources to provide for enhanced enforcement of the above-noted by-law;   ii)             the one-time funding for this service, in the amount of $200,000 for the 2015/2016 period from the Operating Budget Contingency Reserve BE APPROVED; and   iii)            the ongoing funding for this service in the amount of $200,000 per fiscal year BE ADDED to the base budget.

Motion Failed

IV.   RECOGNITIONS (Continued)

2.   His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor M. Salih

Seconded by Councillor S. Turner

Approve an amendment to clause 9, to add an additional direction for the Civic Administration to apply to the Province with respect to fine amendments included in the Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor J. Helmer

Seconded by Councillor J. Zaifman

Approve a further amendment to clause 9, to add a new part c) as follows:   c)         subject to the confirmation of the information noted in b) above, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back, as soon as possible, to the Community and Protective Services Committee providing licensing options with respect to new ground transportation providers (TNCs) and provisions for “private vehicle-for-hire” options that would include, but not be limited to, the following   i)          prior to the issuance of a licence the licensee shall provide to the satisfaction of the City of London:   A.         proof of appropriate insurance; B.         proof of the adequacy of the TNC’s processes with respect to criminal background screening, driving record screening, motor vehicle inspections, electronic record keeping; C.        entering into an Agreement with the City of London to indemnify the City against any loss related to the use of TNC’s private vehicles for hire;   ii)         TNCs to obtain insurance coverage at a similar level to taxicabs and limousines that sufficiently protects the drivers and customers of private vehicles-for-hire;                                     iii)         TNCs to conduct criminal background and driving records checks of their drivers;                                                 iv)        TNCs to ensure that vehicles used by drivers are mechanically inspected by a licensed mechanic in a manner similar to taxicabs and limousines;   v)         TNCs to maintain and submit records as part of a mandatory audit process to ensure compliance with regulations:   vi)        TNCs to pay a licence fee on a flat-rate or per-ride basis, or combination thereof, that ensures full recovery by the City of the costs of creating, administering and enforcing a TNC licence category;   vii)       TNCs to ensure that they meet requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act;   viii)       TNCs licence may be subject to revocation for non-compliance with related regulations.

At 8:36 PM  Mayor M. Brown places Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council board.   At 8:38 PM  Mayor M. Brown resumes the Chair and Councillor P. Hubert resumes his seat at the Council board.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor J. Morgan

Seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins

Approve parts a) and b) of clause 9, as amended:   That the following actions be taken with respect to Vehicles for Hire - New Technologies:   a)            on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee in January/February 2016 on licensing regulations including, but not limited to:   i)          minimum and maximum fares; ii)         e-hail technologies; iii)         licensing fee structures; and, iv)        recent jurisprudence related to vehicle-for-hire technology apps;   it being noted that any amendments to the Taxicab and Licensing By-law adhere to the municipal purposes of health and safety, consumer protection and service quality to ensure an efficient vehicle-for-hire service is available to all persons including the travelling public and that such service is provided in a manner that provides a safe environment for both passengers and drivers; and,   b)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to seek confirmation from the Financial Services Commission of Ontario of the approval and availability of insurance products for “Transportation Network Companies” and their drivers that could adequately protect passengers, drivers, and members of the public from risks associated with the operation of “Private Vehicles-for-Hire” it being noted that the Community and Protective Services Committee heard verbal delegations from C. Schafer, Uber Public Policy Manager and R. Caranci, Caranci Consulting and J. Kukurudziak, President, London Taxi Association and received a communication dated September 20, 2015 from Mr. Schafer, with respect to this matter.  (2015-P09A)

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor J. Helmer

Seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy

Approve part c) of clause 9, as amended:   c)         subject to the confirmation of the information noted in b) above, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back, as soon as possible, to the Community and Protective Services Committee providing licensing options with respect to new ground transportation providers (TNCs) and provisions for “private vehicle-for-hire” options that would include, but not be limited to, the following   i)          prior to the issuance of a licence the licensee shall provide to the satisfaction of the City of London:   A.         proof of appropriate insurance; B.         proof of the adequacy of the TNC’s processes with respect to criminal background screening, driving record screening, motor vehicle inspections, electronic record keeping; C.        entering into an Agreement with the City of London to indemnify the City against any loss related to the use of TNC’s private vehicles for hire;   ii)         TNCs to obtain insurance coverage at a similar level to taxicabs and limousines that sufficiently protects the drivers and customers of private vehicles-for-hire;                                     iii)         TNCs to conduct criminal background and driving records checks of their drivers;                                                 iv)        TNCs to ensure that vehicles used by drivers are mechanically inspected by a licensed mechanic in a manner similar to taxicabs and limousines;   v)         TNCs to maintain and submit records as part of a mandatory audit process to ensure compliance with regulations:   vi)        TNCs to pay a licence fee on a flat-rate or per-ride basis, or combination thereof, that ensures full recovery by the City of the costs of creating, administering and enforcing a TNC licence category;   vii)       TNCs to ensure that they meet requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act;   viii)       TNCs licence may be subject to revocation for non-compliance with related regulations

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor M. Salih

Seconded by Councillor S. Turner

Approve part d) of clause 9, as amended   d)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to apply to the Province with respect to fine amendments included in the Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51

Motion Passed

13.   Pay Day Loan and

Cheque Cashing Services

That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee with respect to the following matters related to pay day loan businesses and cheque cashing services:   a)         what measures, if any, that are available to the municipality to protect the consumer with respect to costs charged for services provided by pay day loan and cheque cashing businesses;   b)         what measures, if any, that could be taken by the municipality to improve the sharing of information to bring greater awareness to potential customers of pay day loan businesses and cheque casing services with respect to the costs for the use of such services;   c)         the ability of the municipality to require such businesses to be licensed by the municipality;   d)         providing the location of existing businesses;   e)         providing potential alternatives, if any, that may be available to the municipality to address the barriers in place preventing cashing of cheques and the need for pay day loans; and,   f)         providing an update with respect to actions taken by Municipal Council at the meeting of October 3, 2011 related to clause 2 of the 16th Report of the Community and Neighbourhoods Committee, as appended to the communication dated September 20, 205 from Councillors M. Salih and J. Morgan.  (2015-S12)

Moved by Councillor P. Hubert

Seconded by Councillor M. Salih

Approve that clause 13 be amended to add new parts g) and h) as follows:   g)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to look at positive ways to increase the financial literacy quotient of our community; and   h)         the Minister of Government and Consumer Services BE COPIED on this resolution of the Municipal Council.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor P. Hubert

Seconded by Councillor M. Salih

Approve clause 13, as amended

Motion Passed

22nd Report of the Committee of the Whole Councillor P. Hubert presents.

Moved by Councillor P. Hubert

Seconded by Councillor V. Ridley

Approve that it BE NOTED that the Committee of the Whole met, in camera, for the purpose of considering the following:   a)         A matter pertaining to litigation currently before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Court files No. 61809/09 No. 1554/10 and No. 1555/10 affecting the municipality and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (C1/22/CSC)   b)         A matter pertaining to reports, advice and recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation concerning labour relations and employee negotiations in regard to one or more of the Corporation’s associations, unions and employee groups. (C2/22/CSC)

Motion Passed

X.   DEFERRED

MATTERS

XI.   ENQUIRIES

XII.   EMERGENT

MOTIONS

XIII.   BY-LAWS

BY-LAWS TO BE READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME:

Moved by Councillor M. van Holst

Seconded by Councillor T. Park

Approve Introduction and First Reading of Bill No.s 331 to 340.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor M. van Holst

Seconded by Councillor T. Park

Approve Second Reading of Bill No.s 331 to 340.

Motion Passed

Moved by Councillor S. Turner

Seconded by Councillor J. Zaifman

Approve Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No.s 331 to 340.

Motion Passed

XIV.   ADJOURNMENT

Motion Passed

Votes

17 substantive votes at this meeting (6 contested, 11 unanimous). Procedural motions excluded.

1#2. B. Wells, 408-190

Cherryhill Circle - Vehicles for Hire - New Technologies (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee stage for consideration with clause 9 of the 10th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee.)

Motion Passed

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

2#3. 5th Report of the

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 5th Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (AWAC) from its meeting held on September 3, 2015:   a)         the matter of a tethering/chaining of animals by-law BE DEFERRED to the 2016 work plan of the AWAC;   b)         the…

❌ Motion Failed

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Yea (1): Phil Squire

Nay (14): Josh Morgan, Anna Hopkins, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Jesse Helmer, Maureen Cassidy, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert, Virginia Ridley, Harold Usher, Tanya Park, Jared Zaifman

2#4. His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

Approve an amendment to clause 9, to add an additional direction for the Civic Administration to apply to the Province with respect to fine amendments included in the Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51.

✅ Motion Passed

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Yea (12): Josh Morgan, Anna Hopkins, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Maureen Cassidy, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert, Harold Usher, Tanya Park, Jared Zaifman

Nay (3): Jesse Helmer, Phil Squire, Virginia Ridley

2#4. His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

At 8:36 PM  Mayor M. Brown places Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council board.   At 8:38 PM  Mayor M. Brown resumes the Chair and Councillor P. Hubert resumes his seat at the Council board.

✅ Motion Passed

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Yea (10): Josh Morgan, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Jesse Helmer, Maureen Cassidy, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Virginia Ridley, Harold Usher, Jared Zaifman

Nay (5): Anna Hopkins, Phil Squire, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert, Tanya Park

2#4. His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

Approve parts a) and b) of clause 9, as amended:   That the following actions be taken with respect to Vehicles for Hire - New Technologies:   a)            on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the Civic Adminis…

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

2#4. His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

Approve part c) of clause 9, as amended:   c)         subject to the confirmation of the information noted in b) above, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back, as soon as possible, to the Community and Protective Services Committee providing licensing options with respect to …

✅ Motion Passed

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Yea (12): Josh Morgan, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Jesse Helmer, Maureen Cassidy, Phil Squire, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Virginia Ridley, Harold Usher, Tanya Park, Jared Zaifman

Nay (3): Anna Hopkins, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert

2#4. His Worship the

Mayor and the Municipal Council recognize City of London employees who have achieved 25 years of service during 2015:   Development and Compliance Services: Mary Hicks, Barb Morck, and Kelly Wilding.   Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home: Aaron Beachey, Lynda Black, Deborah Ann Bumpus, Sandra Cruz, Magdolna Maria Domokos, Susan Drouin, Rosa Febbraro, Stephen J. Giustizia, Aristides Henriquez, Dale Kish, Shelley Kitson, Janet Matthews, Ildiko Orosi, Catherine Peters, Christina Riccobon, Christine Stacey, and Carie Wright.   Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services: James Britton, David Brown, Chet Couture, Simon C. Dearing, Gwen Francis, Andre Jongepier, Steve Joudrey, Thomas B. Powell, Fred Radley, Peter Rowan, Brent Shea, and Dave Smith.   Environmental and Engineering Services: Jeff Huard.

Approve part d) of clause 9, as amended   d)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to apply to the Province with respect to fine amendments included in the Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51

✅ Motion Passed

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Yea (12): Josh Morgan, Anna Hopkins, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Maureen Cassidy, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert, Harold Usher, Tanya Park, Jared Zaifman

Nay (3): Jesse Helmer, Phil Squire, Virginia Ridley

8#2. 7th and 8th Reports

of the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee

Approve that parts b)i) and b)ii) BE REFERRED to the City Clerk to review and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with a recommendation with respect to the proposed changes being recommended by the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory…

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

8#2. 7th and 8th Reports

of the London Diversity and Race Relations Advisory Committee

Approve clause 8, as amended.

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

9#2. Vehicle for Hire -

New Technologies

Approve an amendment to clause 9, by adding the following new part c):   c)         that the following actions be taken with respect enforcement of the City of London’s Taxicab and Limousine Licensing By-law L.-129-51, as amended:   i)          the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to make…

❌ Motion Failed 🔥

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Yea (6): Josh Morgan, Bill Armstrong, Paul Hubert, Virginia Ridley, Harold Usher, Tanya Park

Nay (9): Anna Hopkins, Michael van Holst, Mo Salih, Jesse Helmer, Maureen Cassidy, Phil Squire, Stephen Turner, Matt Brown, Jared Zaifman

V. COMMITTEE

OF THE WHOLE, IN CAMERA

Approve that Council rise and go into Committee of the Whole, in camera, for the purpose of considering the following:

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

VI. CONFIRMATION

AND SIGNING OF THE MINUTES OF THE TWENTY-FIFTH MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Approve the Minutes of the 25th Meeting  held on September 15, 2015.

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

4. Single Source

Procurement 15-35 Custodial Services - South London Community Centre

That, on the recommendation of the Director, Financial Services, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children & Fire Services and the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the following actions be taken:   a)         the Civic Administrat…

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (13-0)

6. Change in Property

Ownership Fees

That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to continue to pursue opportunities to enhance the Corporation’s communication with the community; it being noted that the Corporate Services Committee received a communication dated September 1, 2015 from Councillor V. Ridley with respect to not…

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

9. Deferred Matters

List

That the Deferred Matters List BE REVISED to reflect the removal of items 5 and 10.

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (15-0)

13. Pay Day Loan and

Cheque Cashing Services

Approve that clause 13 be amended to add new parts g) and h) as follows:   g)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to look at positive ways to increase the financial literacy quotient of our community; and   h)         the Minister of Government and Consumer Services BE COPIED on…

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (14-0)

13. Pay Day Loan and

Cheque Cashing Services

Approve clause 13, as amended

✅ Motion Passed

Unanimous (14-0)