Special Meeting of Council

That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Yeas (4): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

That the comments of the delegation be received and

That the Consent Agenda, items 6.1 to 6.3 inclusive, be received for information. Yeas (4): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

That the main motion be amended by revising the first clause and inserting an additional clause as follows: 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Aurora Town Council acknowledges the stated goals of economic growth and development in Bill 5, but expresses serious concerns with Bill 5 in its current form as it interferes with local planning authorities, limits public consultation, and threatens both heritage designations and endangered species; and Special Meeting of Council Minutes July 15, 2025 6 2. Be It Further Resolved That Aurora Town Council urges the Government of Ontario to consider the following:  Collaboration with municipalities to determine Special Economic Zones;  Ensure environmental protections and heritage safeguards are strengthened;  Include municipalities and Indigenous partners in shaping regulations; and  Preserve legal recourse for affected communities. Yeas (3): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo Nays (1): Councillor Gaertner Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Aurora Town Council acknowledges the stated goals of economic growth and development in Bill 5, but expresses serious concerns with Bill 5 in its current form as it interferes with local planning authorities, limits public consultation, and threatens both heritage designations and endangered species; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That Aurora Town Council urges the Government of Ontario to consider the following:  Collaboration with municipalities to determine Special Economic Zones;  Ensure environmental protections and heritage safeguards are strengthened;  Include municipalities and Indigenous partners in shaping regulations; and  Preserve legal recourse for affected communities; and Special Meeting of Council Minutes July 15, 2025 7 3. Be It Further Resolved That this Motion be forwarded to all 444 Ontario Municipalities, Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, and Hon. Stephen Lecce, Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO). Yeas (4): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

That the main motion be amended by revising the first paragraph of the first clause as follows: 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Aurora Town Council recognizes the intent of Ontario Bill 17 to streamline housing and infrastructure development; however, expresses significant concerns with Ontario Bill 17 in its current form, and recommends: Yeas (4): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Aurora Town Council recognizes the intent of Ontario Bill 17 to streamline housing and infrastructure development; however, expresses significant concerns with Ontario Bill 17 in its current form, and recommends:  Restoring municipal autonomy, and ensuring meaningful consultation and decision-making power;  Maintaining rigorous environmental, safety, and heritage assessments despite expedited timelines;  Incorporating clear affordable housing requirements within new developments;  Enhancing transparency, public engagement and accountability mechanisms;  Ensuring climate change mitigation is included in all development projects; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That this Motion be forwarded to all 444 Ontario Municipalities, Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, and Hon. Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO). Yeas (4): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo Absent (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Kim

That the confirming by-law be enacted.

That the meeting be adjourned at 6:11 p.m.