Minutes Confirmed on May 29, 2015

Civic Appointments Committee

Meeting No.:
6
Contact:
Ellen Devlin, Committee Administrator
Meeting Date:
Thursday, April 23, 2015

Phone:
416-392-8022
Start Time:
9:30 AM
E-mail:
edevlin@toronto.ca
Location:
Committee Room 1, City Hall
Chair:
Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong

CA6.1 - Appointment of Members to the Toronto Transit Commission Board

(Submitted for City Council Consideration on May 5, 2015)
Decision Type:
ACTION
Status:
Adopted
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - Personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Transit Commission Board

Committee Recommendations

The Civic Appointments Committee recommends that:

 

1. City Council amend Section 279-2C of Municipal Code Chapter 279, Toronto Transit Commission, to read as follows:

 

"Citizen members of the Toronto Transit Commission shall be appointed for a term specified by Council, and serve at pleasure of Council until their successors are appointed."

 

2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Transit Commission Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on December 31, 2016 and until successors are appointed:

 

- Ron Lalonde

 

- Kevin Marshman

 

3. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Transit Commission Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 30, 2018 and until successors are appointed:

 

- Rick Byers

 

- Alan M. Heisey

 

4. City Council direct that the confidential information contained in Confidential Attachments 1 and 2 remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Transit Commission Board.

Decision Advice and Other Information

Candidates' biographies:

 

Rick Byers

 

Rick Byers was born and raised in Toronto. He has a B.Comm. from the University of Toronto, an MBA from the University of Ottawa, and a CA designation. Rick has 28 years of work experience in the accounting, finance, and infrastructure industries, and has direct experience with large infrastructure businesses like the TTC. He has also served on a number of volunteer and other boards and is a strong believer in well-run public agencies that serve the public good.

 

Alan M. Heisey

 

Alan M. Heisey has lived in Toronto for his entire life and is passionate about public transit. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1978 and has practised law for over 30 years. Alan has contributed considerable time during his career to public service, including as a board member for the Toronto Parking Authority, the Toronto Police Services, and the TTC. Recently, he has advocated for a connected network of separated and protected bike lanes in the downtown core which is now being realized.

 

Ron Lalonde

 

Ron Lalonde retired from CIBC in 2010, where he was a member of CIBC's Executive Team from 1999 to 2010. During his career, he worked in virtually all of CIBC's support functions, including finance and technology, and had business assignments in New York and London. Ron earned a BA and an MBA from Western University. He has served on several private and non-profit boards, including the Canadian Stage Company, the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, and the City of Toronto's Theatre Working Group.

 

Kevin Marshman

 

Kevin Marshman is a seasoned senior executive with over 35 years in the business services and technology sectors at companies such as NCR Corporation, Brink's Canada, and Rogers Communications. He has been responsible for business unit operations and organization leadership in Canada, the United States, and Latin America. Kevin has served on several not-for-profit boards, including the Spinal Cord Injury Association Ontario and Ronald McDonald House Toront

Origin

(April 9, 2015) Letter from the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Transit Commission

Summary

The Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Transit Commission conducted interviews on April 9, 2015 and forwards its recommended candidates to the Civic Appointments Committee.

Background Information

(April 9, 2015) Decision Letter from Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Transit Commission
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/ca/bgrd/backgroundfile-79125.htm
(April 1, 2015) Report from the City Clerk on Appointment of Members to the Toronto Transit Commission Board
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/ca/bgrd/backgroundfile-79126.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1 - List of Candidates and Qualifications Summary, and Applications for Appointment to the Toronto Transit Commission Board (previously distributed with item CA5.2)
Confidential Attachment 2 - Confidential Voluntary Diversity Information Summary (previously distributed with item CA5.2)

Motions

1 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Councillor Paula Fletcher (Lost)

That Candidate #24 be deleted and replaced by Candidate #1.

Vote (Amend Item) Apr-23-2015

Result: Lost Majority Required - CA6.1 - Fletcher - motion 1
Total members that voted Yes: 2 Members that voted Yes are Paula Fletcher, Giorgio Mammoliti
Total members that voted No: 7 Members that voted No are Christin Carmichael Greb, Raymond Cho, Justin J. Di Ciano, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
Total members that were Absent: 0 Members that were absent are

2 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Withdrawn)

That:

 

1. Candidate #97 be appointed to the Toronto Transit Commission Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 30, 2018 and until successors are appointed.

 

2.  Candidate #24 be appointed to the Toronto Transit Commission Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on December 31, 2016 and until successors are appointed.


3 - Motion to Withdraw a Motion moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

That Motion 2 by Deputy Mayor Minnan-Wong be withdrawn.


4 - Motion to Adopt Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

Vote (Adopt Item) Apr-23-2015

Result: Carried Majority Required - CA6.1 - Minnan-Wong - motion 4
Total members that voted Yes: 7 Members that voted Yes are Christin Carmichael Greb, Raymond Cho, Justin J. Di Ciano, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
Total members that voted No: 2 Members that voted No are Paula Fletcher, Giorgio Mammoliti
Total members that were Absent: 0 Members that were absent are

CA6.2 - Appointment of Members to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors

(Submitted for City Council Consideration on May 5, 2015)
Decision Type:
ACTION
Status:
Adopted
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - Personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors

Committee Recommendations

The Civic Appointments Committee recommends that:

 

1. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on December 31, 2016 and until successors are appointed:

 

- Geraldine (Geri) Kozorys-Smith

 

- Paul Scargall

 

2. City Council appoint the following candidates to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on November 30, 2018 and until successors are appointed:

 

- Peter Leon

 

- Elke Rubach

 

- Michael Tziretas - Chair

  

3. City Council amend Section 179-2B of Municipal Code Chapter 179, Parking Authority, to read as follows:

 

"Citizen members of the Toronto Parking Authority shall be appointed for a term specified by Council, and serve at pleasure of Council until their successors are appointed."

 

4. City Council direct that the confidential information contained in Confidential Attachments 1, 2 and 3 remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors.

Decision Advice and Other Information

Candidates' biographies:

 

Geraldine Kozorys-Smith

 

Geri Kozorys-Smith was the former Vice-Chair of the Board for the Toronto Parking Authority. She is a retired transportation planner, with substantial experience in the parking field. She continues to hold memberships in both the Canadian Institute of Planners, as well as the Institute of Transportation Engineers. She was formerly a Partner at the MMM Group. As a volunteer, Geri continues to support various worthy causes such as the Out of the Cold dinner program and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

 

Paul Scargall

 

Paul Scargall is a founding partner at Rueter Scargall Bennett LLP. His work concentrates on real estate development and expropriation law. Paul received a law degree from the University of Toronto, and was called to the Ontario Bar in 1988. Paul was appointed to the Toronto Parking Authority Board in 2011. As a Board member, Paul has chaired the Finance Committee as well as the Real Estate Development Committee, and served as a member of the Management Search Committee.

 

Michael Tziretas

 

Michael Tziretas is a former Borough of East York Councillor (1994-1997) and City of Toronto Councillor (2001-2003). He is a professional accountant and has served his community and city in a number of ways including, president of his neighbourhood Homeowner's Association, volunteer hockey and softball coach, and board chair of the Toronto Parking Authority.

 

Peter Leon

 

Peter Leon, a long-time resident of Etobicoke, was appointed by Council in 2013 to fill the Ward 3 Councillor vacancy. He served on Etobicoke York Community Council, Executive Committee, Government Management Committee and as Chair of the Disability Issues Committee. His longstanding community service work includes serving on the boards of Etobicoke Hydro and the Public Library, co-founding Etobicoke's Out of the Cold program, and service to his parish church.

 

Elke Rubach

 

Elke Rubach LLB LLM, is an insurance and wealth strategist who is knowledgeable in the many facets of financial planning and investments. She has worked in insurance, corporate and commercial law, project finance, private, commercial, and corporate banking, and other areas of law and finance for over fifteen years. As evidence of her energy and special interest in giving back to the community, Elke is involved with several charities.

Origin

(April 15, 2015) Letter from the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Parking Authority

Summary

The Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Parking Authority conducted interviews on April 15, 2015 and forwards its recommended candidates to the Civic Appointments Committee.

Background Information

(April 15, 2015) Decision Letter from Interview Subcommittee on Toronto Parking Authority
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/ca/bgrd/backgroundfile-79110.htm
Confidential Attachment to the Decision Letter from the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Parking Authority
(April 8, 2015) Report from the City Clerk on Appointment of Members to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/ca/bgrd/backgroundfile-79111.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1 - List of Candidates and Qualifications Summary, and Applications for Appointment to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors (previously distributed with item CA5.1)
Confidential Attachment 2 - Confidential Voluntary Diversity Information Summary (previously distributed with item CA5.1)
Confidential Attachment 3 - Interview Schedule for Toronto Parking Authority candidates

Motions

1 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Councillor Norman Kelly (Lost)

That Candidate #38 be deleted and replaced by Candidate #58.

Vote (Amend Item) Apr-23-2015

Result: Lost Majority Required - CA6.2 - Kelly - motion 1
Total members that voted Yes: 3 Members that voted Yes are Christin Carmichael Greb, Norman Kelly, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair)
Total members that voted No: 5 Members that voted No are Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Cesar Palacio
Total members that were Absent: 1 Members that were absent are Raymond Cho

2 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti (Withdrawn)

That Candidate #42 be deleted and replaced by Candidate #58.


3 - Motion to Withdraw a Motion moved by Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti (Carried)

That Motion 2 by Councillor Mammoliti be withdrawn.


3 - Motion to Adopt Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

Vote (Adopt Item) Apr-23-2015

Result: Carried Majority Required - CA6.2 - Minnan-Wong - Adopt item
Total members that voted Yes: 7 Members that voted Yes are Christin Carmichael Greb, Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
Total members that voted No: 1 Members that voted No are Norman Kelly
Total members that were Absent: 1 Members that were absent are Raymond Cho

CA6.3 - Toronto Police Services Board - Selection of Candidates for Interviews

Decision Type:
ACTION
Status:
Amended
Wards:
All

Confidential Attachment - Personal matters about identifiable individuals who are being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Service Board.

Committee Decision

The Civic Appointments Committee:

 

1. Directed that the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Police Services Board interview the following 6 candidates on May 13, 2015 for appointment to the Toronto Police Services Board:

 

Candidate #7

Candidate #13

Candidate #37

Candidate #44

Candidate #81

Candidate #112

 

2. Directed that the confidential information contained in Confidential Attachments 1 and 2 remain confidential in their entirety as they relate to personal matters about identifiable individuals being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Services Board.

Origin

(April 16, 2015) Report from the City Clerk

Summary

The Civic Appointments Committee must select candidates for interviews for the Toronto Police Services Board.  The Interview Subcommittee for the Toronto Police Services Board will meet on May 13, 2015 to conduct the interviews and make recommendations to the Civic Appointments Committee. 

Background Information

(April 16, 2015) Report from the City Clerk on Toronto Police Services Board - Selection of Candidates for Interviews
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2015/ca/bgrd/backgroundfile-79107.pdf
Confidential Attachment 1 - List of candidates and qualifications summary, and applications for Appointment to the Toronto Police Services Board
Confidential Attachment 2 - Confidential Voluntary Diversity Information summary

Motions

1 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Councillor Norman Kelly (Carried)

That the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Police Services Board interview 5 candidates.


2 - Motion to Reconsider Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

That the item be reconsidered only as it pertains to the number of candidates being selected for interviews.


3 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

That the Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Police Services Board interview 6 candidates.


4 - Motion to Amend Item moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

The Interview Subcommittee for Toronto Police Services Board interview the following candidates on May 13, 2015, for appointment to the Toronto Police Services Board:

 

Candidate #7

Candidate #13

Candidate #37

Candidate #44

Candidate #81

Candidate #112


5 - Motion to Adopt Item as Amended moved by Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong (Carried)

Procedural Motions

1 - Motion to Adopt Minutes moved by Councillor Christin Carmichael Greb (Carried)

That the Civic Appointments Committee confirm the Minutes from the meeting held on March 27, 2015, in the form supplied to the Members.


2 - Motion to Meet in Closed Session moved by Councillor Justin J. Di Ciano (Carried)

9:42 a.m. - That the Civic Appointments Committee recess its public session to meet in closed session to consider the following Items:

 

CA6.1 - Appointment of Members to the Toronto Transit Commission Board

Reason for Confidential Information - Personal matters about identifiable individuals who are being considered for appointment to the Toronto Transit Commission Board

 

CA6.2 - Appointment of Members to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors

Reason for Confidential Information - Personal matters about identifiable individuals who are being considered for appointment to the Toronto Parking Authority Board of Directors

 

CA6.3 - Toronto Police Services Board - Selection of Candidates for Interviews

Reason for Confidential Information - Personal matters about identifiable individuals who are being considered for appointment to the Toronto Police Services Board

 

The Civic Appointments Committee recessed its public session to meet in closed session to consider the above matters.

 

The Civic Appointments Committee reconvened in public session at 10:28 a.m. Chair Minnan-Wong advised that the Committee had completed its closed session consideration of confidential information related to the Items. The Committee would now proceed with the public debate on the Items.


Confidential Attachment: Minutes of Closed Session – April 23, 2015

Thursday, April 23, 2015
Denzil Minnan-Wong, Chair, Civic Appointments Committee

Meeting Sessions

Session Date Session Type Start Time End Time Public or Closed Session
2015-04-23 Morning 9:39 AM 9:42 AM Public
2015-04-23 Morning 9:43 AM 10:27 AM Closed
2015-04-23 Morning 10:28 AM 10:40 AM Public

Attendance

Members were present for some or all of the time period indicated.
Date and Time Quorum Members
2015-04-23
9:39 AM - 9:42 AM
(Public Session)
Present Present: Christin Carmichael Greb, Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Norman Kelly, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
Not Present: Raymond Cho, Chin Lee
2015-04-23
9:43 AM - 10:27 AM
(Closed Session)
Present Present: Christin Carmichael Greb, Raymond Cho, Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
2015-04-23
10:28 AM - 10:40 AM
(Public Session)
Present Present: Christin Carmichael Greb, Raymond Cho, Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Norman Kelly, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong (Chair), Cesar Palacio
Source: Toronto City Clerk at www.toronto.ca/council