Council

That the following minutes of previous Council meetings be adopted: • Regular Meeting of May 20, 2025; and • Closed Meeting of May 20, 2025. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That the petition be received for information. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

1. That the correspondence from the City of Pickering regarding “Raising Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP” be endorsed; and 2. That a copy of this motion be sent to all Durham MPPs and all Durham Region lower- tier municipalities. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That the Community Affairs & Planning Committee Report dated June 2, 2025 be adopted. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That the balance of the General Government Committee Report dated June 16, 2025, be adopted. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That Council approve the following mid-term remuneration adjustments for Town of Ajax Council Meeting – June 23, 2025 Members of Council, ensuring alignment with compensation levels in comparable municipalities within the region, and reinforcing the value and demands of public service: • An increase of $14,622 to the Mayor’s annual salary and a $7,300 increase for each Council Member, effective January 1, 2025. • An increase of $1,058 to the Mayor’s annual travel allowance and a $575 increase for each Council Member, effective January 1, 2025. • Implementation of a $2,125 annual health care spending account for all members of Council, effective July 1, 2025. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: Councillor Henry

That Council receive this report for information. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

1. That Council award the Contract for ACC Master Plan Renovation – Conceptual Design Phase, to Diamond and Schmitt Architects Incorporated in the amount of $267,697.00 (inclusive of all taxes). 2. That Council approve an allocation of $3,000,000 from the Housing Accelerator Funds (HAF) to the capital project account ‘24000301 ACC Master Plan Renovation’ for the completion of conceptual and detailed design. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That RC-2025-04: Rotary Park Pavilion Concession – Liquor License Pilot be

That the report titled “Regional Councillor’s Update – S. Collier – June 23, 2025” be received for information. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That the Regional Councillors’ Reports of June 23, 2025 be received for information. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

Whereas the Ontario Residential Tenancies Act (ORTA) mandates compensation for tenants when a landlord terminates a tenancy for purposes such as demolition, conversion to non-residential use, or substantial repairs or renovations; and, Whereas under the current provisions: Demolition or Conversion: Landlords must compensate tenants with an amount equal to one month's rent if the residential complex contains fewer than five units, or three months' rent if it contains five or more units; or offer the tenant another rental unit acceptable to the tenant. Tribunals Ontario: Substantial Repairs or Renovations: Similar compensation requirements apply if the landlord intends to carry out repairs or renovations that require vacant possession of the rental unit; and, Whereas these compensation amounts are based on the tenant's current rent, which may not reflect the affordability standards set by the Province's Affordable Residential Units for the Purposes of the Development Charges Act, 1997 Bulletin (Province’s Bulletin); and, Whereas the planned Red Bricks redevelopment in Ajax illustrates how the current ORTA policy on tenant compensation can fall short of the Province’s Bulletin, leaving tenants unable to secure comparable housing in cases of redevelopment, for example; Province’s Red Bricks % Below Bulletin AMR (2024) 1-Bedroom $1,456 $1,020~ –30% AMR 2-Bedroom $1,809 $1,130~ –37.5% AMR *AMR = Average Market Rate Whereas aligning tenant compensation, at a minimum, with the Provin

That the motion entitled “Implementing a Pet-Focused Event in Ajax” be

Whereas GO Lakeshore East Express train service previously provided a vital transit option for residents of Durham Region commuting to Union Station in downtown Toronto; and, Whereas the original timeline indicated that this disruption would last for three years and be completed by 2024, yet there is currently no updated timeline or clear communication on when the service will resume, raising concerns about project continuity and delivery; and, Whereas on Monday, May 15, 2023, Metrolinx gave a delegation to Ajax Council, where representatives confirmed the service was on track to resume in August 2024; and, Whereas on Monday, May 26, 2025, Ajax MPP Rob Cerjanec, raised a question in the Ontario Legislature to the Minister of Transportation regarding the timeline for the return of the GO Lakeshore East Express service, but did not receive a clear response; and, Whereas the return of this express service would significantly improve public transportation options for residents of Durham Region and reduce the vehicular traffic and gridlock in and out of Toronto; and, Whereas Durham Region is one of the fastest-growing areas in Ontario, and ensuring reliable, efficient public transit options is essential to support this growth and reduce congestion on regional roadways; and, Therefore It Be Resolved: 1. That the Town of Ajax Council requests the provincial government to prioritize the reinstatement of the GO Lakeshore East Express Train service and provide residents of Durham Regio

Whereas access to adequate overnight parking is a concern for residents who require ongoing medical support during late or overnight hours; and Whereas caregivers and medical professionals often provide essential care outside of standard hours, which may result in parking infractions that create unnecessary hardship; and Whereas other municipalities, including the City of Ottawa – which offers a Health Care Parking Permit – have explored or implemented parking relief measures in support of medical needs; and Whereas a structured and equitable approach to parking relief could support the health and well-being of residents without compromising enforcement or operational goals; Therefore Be It Resolved: 1. That Bylaw Services staff be directed to prepare a report for the November 10, 2025 General Government Committee meeting, outlining: a) The viability and practicality of implementing parking relief for overnight medical support and stays in excess of three (3) hours; b) A financial analysis of potential impacts; c) Policy options for Council’s consideration. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That By-law numbers 55-2025 to 63-2025 be read a first, second and third time and passed. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That Council convene to a Closed Session pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended: • To discuss advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose [Sec. 289(2) (f), Municipal Act, 2001, as amended] • To discuss a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

1. That Council direct the Town’s solicitor, Bruce Engell from WeirFoulds LLP, to prepare a Section 37 Amending Agreement to amend the Cash Payment Timeline for the Community Benefit identified as “Construction of new public park on the Park Land Conveyance” in Schedule “C” of the Section 37 Agreement to June 1, 2026; and, 2. That Council direct the Town’s solicitor to include a recital in the Amending Agreement that requires Medallion to pay the legal costs incurred by the Town for the preparation and registration of the Amending Agreement. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That By-law number 64-2025 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Ajax at its regular meeting held on June 23, 2025, be read a first, second and third time and passed. In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Regional Councillor Lee, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: None

That the June 23, 2025 meeting of the Council of the Town of Ajax be adjourned (5:47 p.m.) In Favour: Mayor Collier, Regional Councillor Crawford, Councillor Tyler Morin, Councillor Henry, Regional Councillor Dies, Councillor Bower Opposed: Regional Councillor Lee