REPORT ON COUNCIL: February 24, 2012
Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –10:40 am
Regular Meeting: 11:00 am – 11:20 am
Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councillors Claire, Warren and Wishart present
Note: In the absence of Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence took the chair. The usual Council meeting date of Monday 27 was altered since the Deputy Mayor and other councilors wished to attend meetings of Ontario Municipalities on the 27th.
New Fee Schedule for 2012
Council approved a new schedule of fees for services such as variances and false alarms of police and fire services. For example, a third false alarm for the OPP will incur a fee of $500.
Proposed Expansion of Broadband Internet Services
At the March 12 meeting of Council there will be a report from the experts on proposed new broadband internet towers for Tiny. The provider will be Point-to-Point Broadband Company.
Emergency Services Reports C.R 29 & Conc. 4 W is an Accident Hotspot
There have been two accidents in as many weeks at the intersection of County Road 29 and Concession 4 West. The visibility of the intersection over the rise from northbound vehicles may be the problem. More warning of the reduced speed limit north of Conc. 4 may be needed.
Wind Turbine Proposal for Christian Island is not Feasible
The Beausoleil First Nation sent a letter to Council in repose to Council’s enquiry re the progress of the BFN’s feasibility study for a wind farm of 41 turbines on the north side of Christian Island. They reported that the consultants concluded that the project was infeasible since there was insufficient capacity to transmit the power to the Ontario grid.
Warning Regarding Leaf Borer Infestation
Council received and discussed a letter from the province regarding the need to curb the extent of the leaf borer infestation that is present in several areas of southern Ontario, including the GTA and Halton Region. This pest could have an impact similar to the Dutch elm disease infestation that occurred several decades ago. Residents are warned: Do not bring firewood to the Township from infected areas. The borer also may soon affect sugar maple trees, which are a significant factor in Tiny Township. Deputy Mayor Lawrence noted that the County derives about $1 million per year from county forests.
Changes in Champlain Huronia Centre Project Coordination
Councillor Claire reported that La Cle de La Baie has withdrawn from the coordination and management of the project. North Simcoe Community Futures will now take over this role.
