Regional Council

That the minutes of the June 25, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved.

That the agenda for the July 9, 2020 Regional Council meeting include a delegation from Alison Canning, Executive Director, Let’s Get Together, regarding a Technology Collection Drive, to be dealt with under Delegations – Item 7.3; And further, that the agenda for the July 9, 2020 Regional Council meeting include a motion regarding Financial Assistance for Municipalities, to be dealt with under COVID-19 Related Matters – Item 8.5; And further, that the agenda for the July 9, 2020 Regional Council meeting include a communication from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 , to be dealt with under COVID-19 Related Communications – Item 9.5; And further, that the agenda for the July 9, 2020 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended.

That the following matters listed on the July 9, 2020 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.4, 9.5, 12.1,13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.5, 15.2, 16.1, 19.1, 19.2, 19.3, 24.2, and 24.4.

That the encroachment of an existing chain link fence and existing trees on Regional Road 5 (Derry Road East), adjacent to the property known municipally as 6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, be permitted in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in an Encroachment Agreement between The Regional Municipality of Peel and Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of Toronto; And further, that the necessary by-law be presented for enactment.

That The Regional Municipality of Peel enter into a License Agreement with Malton Business Improvement Area, in a form satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, to allow the installation and encroachment into the Regional road allowance of a public art and gateway sign on the west side of Airport Road, north of Thamesgate Drive, Mississauga; And further, that the Commissioner of Public Works or their delegate be authorized to approve the final design drawings for the signage to be located within the Regional road allowance; And further, that the necessary by-law be presented for enactment.

That a contract (Document 2020-507N) for the supply and hosting of Jacobs Time Manager scheduling solution be awarded to Interdev Technologies in the estimated amount of $370,000, (excluding applicable taxes), for a contract period of 12-months pursuant to Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended ; And further, that authority be granted to renew the Contract on an annual basis for ongoing maintenance, support, upgrades and additional licenses for the lifecycle of the solution in the estimated annual amount of $148,000, (excluding applicable taxes), subject to satisfactory performance, price and approved budget, and on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Digital and Information Services and the Commissioner of Health Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor.

That the report of the Government Relations Committee (GRC-2/2020) meeting held on June 18, 2020, be adopted.

That the contract (Document 2019-708N) for preventative maintenance and as-required repairs for equipment located at the Peel Curing Facility in Caledon be awarded to Toromont Industries Ltd., in the estimated amount of $164,852.50 (excluding applicable taxes) for one 12-month period, in accordance with Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended; And further, that approval be granted to exercise four optional 12-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance, price and approved budget and escalated in accordance with the terms of the contract; And further, that approval be granted to increase the subject contract for additional requirements to repair and maintain the equipment, for this and subsequent contract periods based on the contractual arrangements including optional period awards, up to the limit of the approved budget.

That Jacqueline Johnson be appointed as Ontario Works Administrator in accordance with Section 43 of the Ontario Works Act, 1997 ; And further, that a copy of the resolution be sent to the Central Region Office of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services for processing and Provincial approval.

That the comments outlined in the report of the Interim Commissioner of Public Works, titled “Northwest Greater Toronto Area Transmission Corridor Identification Study Update”, be endorsed; And further, that a copy of the subject report be forwarded to the Ontario Ministry of Energy, Northern Development, and Mines; the Independent Electricity System Operator; the Ontario Ministry of Transportation; the City of Brampton, Town of Caledon, City of Mississauga, York Region, and Halton Region.

That enactment of temporary municipal by-laws by the City of Brampton, City of Mississauga and Town of Caledon, to require non-medical masks/face coverings in enclosed public spaces, in accordance with the advice of the Region of Peel Medical Officer of Health, be endorsed; And further, that the Region of Peel Medical Officer of Health continue to direct public health efforts that encourage community compliance with the wearing of a mask/face covering in the manner and to the extent provided for under such by-laws; And further, that the provincial government be requested to adopt a complementary mask regulation applicable to enclosed public spaces under provincial jurisdiction within the Region of Peel, including all public transit systems operated privately or by provincial agencies; And further, that the Government of Canada be requested to adopt complementary mask requirements applicable to enclosed public spaces under federal jurisdiction within the Region of Peel; And further, that an education campaign to inform business owners/operators and Peel residents of the new mask/face covering requirements, be implemented in coordination with the local municipalities.

That the recommendations as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Human Services titled “Aligning 2020 Community Investment Program to COVID-19 Post Recovery Efforts” be endorsed and implemented.

That the Affordable Housing Incentives Pilot Program as set out in the joint report of the Interim Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of Human Services, titled “Region of Peel Affordable Housing Incentives Pilot Program”, be endorsed; And further, that Municipal Housing Facility By-law 41-2003 be repealed; And further, that a new Municipal Housing Facility By-law be presented for enactment in accordance with section 110 of the Municipal Act, 2001 as amended, and shall be effective on the date of enactment; And further, that the Commissioner of Human Services and the Director, Housing Development Office, be authorized to approve and execute funding agreements, together with such further ancillary documents necessary for the Pilot Program, on financial terms satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor.

the tragic death of Ejaz Choudry has once again highlighted the shortcomings of how we deal with people living with mental health issues who are experiencing a crisis both here in the Region of Peel and in the Province of Ontario; And whereas, after every tragic death of a mentally ill person involving a police encounter, there are calls to do better, the focus too often is on improving police response, despite the broad recognition that mental health is not a policing issue and people in mental health crisis require health care; And whereas, the Police services themselves have repeatedly said, that mental health is not a policing issue; And whereas, Peel Regional Police (PRP) has seen a 31 per cent increase in Requests for Assistance for Mental Health since 2015; And whereas, in Peel, an estimated 276,000 residents could experience a mental health and/or substance disorder, yet only one in three receive the treatment that they need; And whereas, the Region of Peel has committed to advocate for an equitable funding model to enhance supports and improve access to mental health and addictions services in Peel; And whereas, in recognition of the above, the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin and PRP established a Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team (MCRRT), which partners a Crisis Worker (Registered Nurse, Registered Social Worker or Occupational Therapist) with a specially trained police officer to respond to 911 calls for those in a mental health crisis; And where

That the Development Charge Interest Rate Policy attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the Acting Commissioner of Public Works and the Regional Solicitor, titled “Development Charge Interest Rate Policy-Bill 108” be approved; And further, that charging the rate of interest pursuant to the Development Charge Interest Rate Policy (the “Policy”) and the imposition of the interest rate in accordance with the Policy be approved; And further, that the Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute any necessary agreements under the Development Charges Act, 1997 , or other legislation, on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor; And further, that a by-law making provision for such approvals and authorization be brought forward for enactment.

That Section 1.d. of the Emergency Electronic Meeting Procedures attached as Appendix 6 to Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, be amended to allow Committee Chairs to participate electronically.

the Peel Labour Congress is currently promoting a nation-wide campaign for emergency funding for municipalities in support of essential workers; And whereas, the Peel Labour Congress through its local chapter, the Peel Regional Labour Council, has requested Peel Regional Council’s support for their campaign; And whereas, our local city and town councils, big and small, rural and urban are on the front lines of some of the most pressing challenges facing Canada; And whereas, municipal and regional workers are going above and beyond their regular duties to deliver the public services that keep us safe during the COVID-19 crisis; And whereas, municipal revenues are collapsing, and unanticipated costs are soaring; And whereas, without financial assistance, municipalities will be forced to cut vital local services that families and communities rely upon; And whereas, public transportation makes our communities more livable and fights climate change; Therefore be it resolved, that the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, send letters to the provincial government and the federal government to request emergency operating funds to ensure vital local services continue, including public transportation and emergency services.

That the report of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee (DEAR-2/2020) meeting held on June 18, 2020, be adopted.

That the report of the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC-2/2020) meeting held on June 30, 2020, be adopted.

the Regional Official Plan sets the vision for growth within the Region of Peel; And whereas, a fiscal impact assessment is being prepared as part of the Settlement Area Boundary Expansion Study; And whereas, Regional Council promotes a smart and sustainable growth pattern; And whereas, Regional Council can establish density targets for new greenfield areas and intensification areas; Therefore be it resolved, that a growth management policy be prepared which articulates a land use vision focusing on compact, mixed use communities that optimize existing hard and soft infrastructure; And further, that the Financial Impact Study not only examine the location of development but also include a fiscal assessment of possible development densities above the provincial minimum; the density assessment should consider the long-term operating and capital costs and revenues for hard and soft services; And further, that this work be done with input from the local municipalities.

That the by-laws listed on the July 9, 2020 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 21-2020, 49-2020 to 51-2020 inclusive, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.

That Council proceed “In Camera” to consider reports relating to the following: Proposed Property Acquisition – City of Mississauga, Ward 9 (A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board) Closed Session Report of the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC-2/2020) meeting held on June 30, 2020

That Council move out of “In Camera”.

That the recommendation contained within the confidential report relating to item 24.1 listed on the July 9, 2020 Regional Council agenda, be approved and become public upon adoption; And further, that the in camera report listed as items 24.6, be received.

That the Commissioner of Human Services be granted delegated authority to execute all agreements and documents necessary to complete the due diligence and acquisition of the Property in the City of Mississauga, on business terms satisfactory to the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services, and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, as described in the in camera Report of the Commissioner of Human Services and the Interim Commissioner of Corporate Services titled “Proposed Property Acquisition - City of Mississauga, Ward 9”; And further, that the Office of the Regional Solicitor be authorized to complete the transaction, including the execution of all documents, Affidavits, Statutory Declarations and Undertakings required or appropriate for that purpose; And further, that the approved operating budget of $4,468,870 for the Peel Family Shelter be reallocated to fund the new shelter, with additional funds of up to $2,700,000 to be included for consideration in the 2021 Housing Support budget.

That expropriation proceedings be commenced for the purposes of widening and improving Airport Road together with works ancillary thereto from Mayfield Road to King Street in accordance with the terms set out in the in camera report to Regional Council at its meeting on July 9, 2020 titled “Expropriation Proceedings – Airport Road Widening – EXP-20043.00 – Mayfield Road to King Street – Town of Caledon, Ward 2”, said proceedings for the acquisition of all right, title and interest (fee simple) in the lands described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 1, Town of Caledon (formerly Township of Albion), Regional Municipality of Peel, and designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Reference Plan 43R-39425, being All of PIN 14327-0042 (LT) (the “Proposed Expropriation”); And further, in the event that following service and publication of the Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land there is an inquiry (Hearing of Necessity) conducted at the request of any owner, the Application for Approval to Expropriate Land and recommendation of the Inquiry Officer be reported to Regional Council for its consideration and decision as the approving authority under the Expropriations Act ; And further, in the event that there is no inquiry (Hearing of Necessity) held, the Proposed Expropriation is approved by Regional Council as the approving authority under the Expropriations Act and in such case the following steps are authorized with respect to the expropriation: execution of a Certificate of Appr

That the by-law relating to In Camera Item 24.2 being By-law 52-2020, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.

That By-law 53-2020 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on July 9, 2020, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the corporate seal be affixed thereto

That the following matters listed on the July 9, 2020 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.4, 9.5, 12.1,13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.5, 15.2, 16.1, 19.1, 19.2, 19.3, 24.2, and 24.4. In Favour (23): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente Absent (1): Councillor Parrish

Council Minutes 276 That the recommendations as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Human Services titled “Aligning 2020 Community Investment Program to COVID- 19 Post Recovery Efforts” be endorsed and implemented. In Favour (22): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente Absent (2): Councillor Crombie, and Councillor Parrish

Whereas the tragic death of Ejaz Choudry has once again highlighted the shortcomings of how we deal with people living with mental health issues who are experiencing a crisis both here in the Region of Peel and in the Province of Ontario; And whereas, after every tragic death of a mentally ill person involving a police encounter, there are calls to do better, the focus too often is on improving police response, despite the broad recognition that mental health is not a policing issue and people in mental health crisis require health care; And whereas, the Police services themselves have repeatedly said, that mental health is not a policing issue; And whereas, Peel Regional Police (PRP) has seen a 31 per cent increase in Requests for Assistance for Mental Health since 2015; And whereas, in Peel, an estimated 276,000 residents could experience a mental health and/or substance disorder, yet only one in three receive the treatment that they need; And whereas, the Region of Peel has committed to advocate for an equitable funding model to enhance supports and improve access to mental health and addictions services in Peel; And whereas, in recognition of the above, the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin and PRP established a Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team (MCRRT), which partners a Crisis Worker (Registered Nurse, Registered Social Worker or Occupational Therapist) with a specially trained police officer to respond to 911 calls for those in a mental health crisis; A

That Section 1.d. of the Emergency Electronic Meeting Procedures attached as Appendix 6 to Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, be amended to allow Committee Chairs to participate electronically. In Favour (22): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente Absent (2): Councillor Palleschi, and Councillor Parrish

Whereas the Peel Labour Congress is currently promoting a nation-wide campaign for emergency funding for municipalities in support of essential workers; And whereas, the Peel Labour Congress through its local chapter, the Peel Regional Labour Council, has requested Peel Regional Council’s support for their campaign; And whereas, our local city and town councils, big and small, rural and urban are on the front lines of some of the most pressing challenges facing Canada; And whereas, municipal and regional workers are going above and beyond their regular duties to deliver the public services that keep us safe during the COVID- 19 crisis; And whereas, municipal revenues are collapsing, and unanticipated costs are soaring; And whereas, without financial assistance, municipalities will be forced to cut vital local services that families and communities rely upon; Council Minutes 283 And whereas, public transportation makes our communities more livable and fights climate change; Therefore be it resolved, that the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, send letters to the provincial government and the federal government to request emergency operating funds to ensure vital local services continue, including public transportation and emergency services. In Favour (20): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, C

That the report of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee (DEAR- 2/2020) meeting held on June 18, 2020, be adopted. In Favour (21): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente Absent (3): Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Palleschi, and Councillor Parrish

That the report of the Regional Council Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC-2/2020) meeting held on June 30, 2020, be adopted. In Favour (21): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Vicente Absent (3): Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Palleschi, and Councillor Parrish

Whereas the Regional Official Plan sets the vision for growth within the Region of Peel; And whereas, a fiscal impact assessment is being prepared as part of the Settlement Area Boundary Expansion Study; Council Minutes 289 And whereas, Regional Council promotes a smart and sustainable growth pattern; And whereas, Regional Council can establish density targets for new greenfield areas and intensification areas; Therefore be it resolved, that a growth management policy be prepared which articulates a land use vision focusing on compact, mixed use communities that optimize existing hard and soft infrastructure; And further, that the Financial Impact Study not only examine the location of development but also include a fiscal assessment of possible development densities above the provincial minimum; the density assessment should consider the long-term operating and capital costs and revenues for hard and soft services; And further, that this work be done with input from the local municipalities.

That the recommendation contained within the confidential report relating to item 24.1 listed on the July 9, 2020 Regional Council agenda, be approved and become public upon adoption; And further, that the in camera report listed as items 24.6, be received. Council Minutes 291 In Favour (20): Councillor Brown, Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Downey, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Groves, Councillor Innis, Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Ras, Councillor Saito, Councillor Santos, Councillor Sinclair, Councillor Starr, and Councillor Vicente Absent (4): Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, and Councillor Thompson