Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (11 motions)
9 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the additions and correction to the agenda be approved.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Woodhouse
Carried
That the Remote Deputation regarding Helmer Avenue Parking Review by Stephanie McNeil be received.
Moved by Councillor Kwapis, seconded by Councillor Woodhouse
Carried
That sub-items 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.7, 6.8, 6.9 and 6.12 be adopted on consent. See following sub-items 6.4, 6.6, 6.10, and 6.11 for motions.
Moved by Councillor Broome, seconded by Councillor Twinney
Carried
That the report entitled Helmer Avenue Parking Review dated July 20, 2020 be received; and, That the Helmer Avenue Parking Review be
Moved by Councillor Kwapis, seconded by Councillor Woodhouse
Referred
& Regional Councillor Vegh That the report entitled Kingsmere Avenue Traffic and Parking Review dated July 20, 2020 be received; and, That the Correspondence by David Elms regarding Kingsmere Avenue Traffic and Parking Review be received. That this report and Council extracts be forwarded to the York Region Catholic School Board; and, That this report and Council extracts be forwarded to the York Regional Police; and, That staff undertake the appropriate Category 1 speed management programs on Kingsmere Avenue; and, That staff coordinate with the York Region Catholic School Board for on-site and off-site improvements; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Simon
Carried
That the report entitled Interim Control By-law Exemption Process - Expiration, dated July 20, 2020 be received; and, That in consideration of the Established Neighbourhood Study recommendations coming to a statutory public meeting on August 31, 2020 and through a staff report to Committee of the Whole on October 5, 2020, no further Interim Control By-law exemption applications be accepted after 4:30pm on August 24, 2020; and, That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Woodhouse, seconded by Councillor Morrison
Carried
the United Nations proclaimed 2015-2024 the Decade for People of African Descent, an important step in the international community recognizing that people of African descent represent a distinct group whose human rights must be promoted and protected; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket is member of the Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO), and part of the coalition of inclusive municipalities that undertake initiatives to advance social inclusion, establish policies to eradicate racism and discrimination, and promote human rights and diversity; and, Whereas systemic barriers to full participation in our community continue to affect the lived experiences of Black Ontarians; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket has endorsed the Inclusion Charter for York Region, and signed a commitment to creating, “…an inclusive environment …where everyone can participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination”; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket, is committed to building a more inclusive community by “promoting equity, accessibility, and inclusion through our thoughts and actions in support of our growing community”; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket is committed to taking meaningful action to address anti-Black racism through the existing partnerships and avenues available to the Town; and, Whereas Council’s Strategic Priorities for 2018-2022 are guided by the principles of diversity and inclusion; and, Whereas on June 24, 2019, Council approved
Moved by Councillor Bisanz, seconded by Councillor Broome
Carried
That the request for a review of traffic control and traffic calming measures on Alex Doner Drive between Sykes Road and Kirby Crescent be
Moved by Councillor Bisanz, seconded by Councillor Woodhouse
Referred
That the meeting be adjourned at 2:18 PM.
Moved by Councillor Morrison, seconded by Councillor Twinney
Carried
Councillor Vegh 1. That the report entitled Kingsmere Avenue Traffic and Parking Review dated July 20, 2020 be received; and, 2. That the Correspondence by David Elms regarding Kingsmere Avenue Traffic and Parking Review be received. 3. That this report and Council extracts be forwarded to the York Region Catholic School Board; and, 4. That this report and Council extracts be forwarded to the York Regional Police; and, 5. That staff undertake the appropriate Category 1 speed management programs on Kingsmere Avenue; and, 6. That staff coordinate with the York Region Catholic School Board for on-site and off-site improvements; and, 7. That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Moved by Councillor Simon
Carried
Whereas the United Nations proclaimed 2015-2024 the Decade for People of African Descent, an important step in the international community recognizing that people of African descent represent a distinct group whose human rights must be promoted and protected; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket is member of the Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO), and part of the coalition of inclusive municipalities that undertake initiatives to advance social inclusion, establish policies to eradicate racism and discrimination, and promote human rights and diversity; and, Whereas systemic barriers to full participation in our community continue to affect the lived experiences of Black Ontarians; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket has endorsed the Inclusion Charter for York Region, and signed a commitment to creating, “…an inclusive environment …where everyone can participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination”; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket, is committed to building a more inclusive community by “promoting equity, accessibility, and inclusion through our thoughts and actions in support of our growing community”; and, Whereas the Town of Newmarket is committed to taking meaningful action to address anti-Black racism through the existing partnerships and avenues available to the Town; and, Whereas Council’s Strategic Priorities for 2018-2022 are guided by the principles of diversity and inclusion; and, Whereas on June 24, 2019, Council a
Moved by Councillor Bisanz, seconded by Councillor Broome