Council

That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo Absent (2): Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Kim

That the comments of the delegation be received and

That the Consent Agenda, items 7.1 to 7.7 inclusive, be approved. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

That the Committee of the Whole Meeting Report of September 23, 2025, and the Audit Committee Meeting Report of June 24, 2025 (Item 9), be received and the recommendations

1. That Report No. FIN25-034 be received for information. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

1. That Report No. FIN25-045 be received; and 2. That staff proceed with the development of a First-Time Homebuyers Development Charges Equivalent Rebate Policy, with an in-effect date to be upon receipt of new, dedicated funding from other levels of government that fully offsets all associated costs and incorporates:  Affordability conditions Council Meeting Minutes September 23, 2025 8  A clawback provision requiring repayment if the home is sold within five years;  A cap on total annual rebates to limit fiscal exposure; and 3. That staff proceed with the development of a Local Participation in York Region Development Incentives policy for Council’s review and approval at a future meeting that includes:  Securities for all DC deferrals to ensure collection;  Affordability mandates for developers accessing deferrals; and 4. That staff engage the public and non-profit housing providers for input and provide a progress report with a cost-benefit analysis to ensure effectiveness and fiscal sustainability. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

That the main motion be amended by adding the following clauses: That Council direct staff to revise the windrow removal program to seniors 65+ at a cost of $200 per household and offer a subsidized windrow service to individuals who identify as having a disability, and seniors 65+ who also fall under the low- income threshold; and That staff report back in Q2 of 2026 with the results of the program to monitor its progress and offer any recommendations to improve the service or budget model. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

1. That Report No. OPS25-017 and Report No. OPS25-021 be received; and 2. That Council direct staff to revise the windrow removal program to seniors 65+ at a cost of $200 per household and offer a subsidized windrow service to individuals who identify as having a disability, and seniors 65+ who also fall under the low-income threshold; and 3. That staff report back in Q2 of 2026 with the results of the program to monitor its progress and offer any recommendations to improve the service or budget model. Council Meeting Minutes September 23, 2025 10 Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

Whereas the Town of Aurora has held multiple closed session discussions concerning the selection and negotiation process for a new tenant at the Aurora Armoury; and Whereas there is growing public interest in transparency regarding the decision-making process and criteria used in awarding tenancy for this municipally significant and publicly owned facility; and Whereas closed session materials, including reports and minutes, and other records, such as presentations, and correspondence, may be released to the public as long as the matter is no longer subject to negotiation, confidentiality or disclosure restrictions under the Municipal Act, 2001 or the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council direct staff to review all records related to the Armoury new tenant process, including but not limited to:  Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes;  Staff reports and memoranda from closed session meetings; and  Presentations and correspondence; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That any materials which are no longer subject to confidentiality or disclosure restrictions under the Municipal Act, 2001, or the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, be released publicly in full or in redacted form as appropriate, with a summary outlining the rationale for any redactions. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Council

Council Meeting Minutes September 23, 2025 18 Whereas a closed session of Council was held on July 9, 2024, during which Council considered a request for reconsideration related to the appeals of the proposed development at 65 St. John’s Sideroad East; and Whereas there is significant public interest in the outcome and rationale of that discussion; and Whereas the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act permit the release of closed session records once the subject matter is no longer confidential due to concluded negotiations, legal matters, or other disclosure restrictions; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to review the closed session minutes and any associated materials from the July 9, 2024 Council meeting concerning the reconsideration request for 65 St. John’s Sideroad East; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That any portions of the minutes and materials no longer subject to litigation privilege, or other disclosure restrictions under the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, be released to the public either in full or with necessary redactions. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

1. That Report No. CMS25-029 be received; and 2. That a new capital project entitled Aurora Family Leisure Complex – Emergency Building Envelope Repairs be approved; and 3. That total Capital Budget Authority of $500,000 be approved for this project, to be funded from the Facilities Asset Management Reserve; and Council Meeting Minutes September 23, 2025 19 4. That staff be authorized to proceed with the Non-Standard Procurements necessary to complete the Capital Project without further Council approval. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

That the By-laws, items 12.1 to 12.4 inclusive, be enacted. Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gallo, and Councillor Kim Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner

That the confirming by-law be enacted.

That the meeting be adjourned at 7:51 p.m.