Report on Council: December 9, 2013

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REPORT ON COUNCIL:
December 9, 2013
Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –12:36 am
Confidential Closed Session: 11:18 am -12:35 pm
Regular Meeting: 1:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Mayor Millar, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire

Coutnac Beach Property Owner’s Association
Community Signage for Coutnac Beach

On behalf of Coutnac Beach Property Owner’s Association, Peter Luciani addressed the Committee regarding the installation of community signage for the Coutnac Beach area. Henk Blom, Manager of Public Works, was asked to meet with Mr. Luciani to discuss the proposal.

R.J. Burnside and Associates Limited/2014 Comprehensive Parking Strategy
Mr. Cecil Gratrix of R.J. Burnside and Associates Limited presented a summary of the “Scope of Work” to complete a comprehensive parking strategy. The strategy includes the development of emergency access/parking criteria, field work and inventory (measuring road platform width/existing parking restrictions, boulevard grading) with a summary report. Once Council has approved the report, a communication plan will follow with a public consultation/engagement strategy and the implementation process.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to receive the report as information.

J. Barzo, Barrister and Solicitor/Plan 779, Boundaries Act and Surveys Act Matters
The discussion took place in the confidential/closed session of the meeting with respect to advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications regarding Township of Tiny – Status Report relating to various litigation matters namely Plan 779; Edwards Boundaries Act; Dale/Moranis Surveys Act; Duarte Surveys Act and Toshakovski Boundaries Act.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to direct staff to withdraw the Township’s objection in regard to the Toshakovski Boundaries Act.

Mr. Anthony Nahuis/Proposed Sale of Sand
The Committee considered an oral submission request dated November 29, 2013 from Anthony Nahuis regarding the sale of sand adjacent to the former Site 41 site.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to advise Mr. Nahuis to provide a business plan to staff prior to making a presentation to Council at a later date.

Public Works On-Call Provisions
The Committee reviewed Public Works Report PWR-039-13 from Henk Blom, Manager of Public Works, regarding an amendment to the Personnel Policy (By-law 06-006). The amendment is to include “On-Call Provisions” for the Water and Road Departments.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to authorize the amendment to the By-law and that the new rate for On-Call be paid retroactive to June 22, 2013 for On-Call Water Department employees.

Invest to Save/Achieving Sustainable Water Infrastructure
As presented at the November 25, 2013 Regular Meeting of Council, Mayor Millar requested that consideration be given to endorsing the establishment of Water Infrastructure Funding. It would allow Tiny to apply for Infrastructure funding for Wye and Tiny Marsh which play an important role in protecting Tiny’s water resources. Without water Infrastructure Funding you can only apply for funding for Hard Capital Goods. The absence of bricks and mortar does not make water less deserving of attention.
We need to recognize that our natural environment is an important part of our infrastructure and that we sometimes need to spend money to protect it.
Many NGOs, like Ducks Unlimited and the Council of Canadians, have been trying to tell us how important our natural environment is. This motion, if adopted by others, will help to establish a funding envelop to better able Tiny, and others, to protect our environment.
Staff brought forward the draft motion at the Regular Meeting for support.

Septage Management Class Environmental Assessment
As presented at the November 25, 2013 Regular Meeting of Council, Councilor Warren requested that the Septage Management Class Environmental Assessment be placed on hold until future notice.
Staff brought forward the draft motion at the Regular Meeting to place the septage project on hold.

Mayor Millar and Councilor Warren have approached Midland and will be approaching Springwater to determine if there is an interest in sharing septage facilities. With Midland the option could be to jointly own the receiving facility. Mayor Millar felt he needed to get some clarity on what Council wants him to ask the Municipalities because different options have different price tags. Midland has undertaken an environmental assessment. The town would be interested in sharing the $400,000 receiving cost but would be reluctant to go into a long term agreement for only fee for service. Tiny could build a long term holding facility which would be gravity fed into the trunk line. Midland is willing to make a commitment if Tiny is prepared to invest. Midland’s estimated growth rate til 2031 does not present a problem. If there is enough capacity the partners could take outside waste e.g. portable toilets. Outside haulers would be charged a dumpage fee and the profits would be shared by the partners. Bio solids could be used to produce synthetic fuel.
With respect to Penetang, Waypoint, CNCC discharge their treated sewage into the harbour and may have more capacity but it may be too late to look at a joint project. Mayor Millar is considering re-approaching Infrastructure Ontario and seeing if there is any potential in re-opening discussions with Penetang. In order to explore the options in detail experts, engineering consultants are going to have to be hired for their technical expertise.

Confidential/Closed Session
J. Barzo, Barrister and Solicitor/Plan 779, Boundaries Act and Surveys Act Matters
Mayor Millar and Committee members agreed that the Committee should meet in closed session to deal with
a) Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications regarding Township of Tiny Status Report relating to various litigation matters namely Plan 779, Edwards Boundaries Act, Dale/Moranis Surveys Act, Duarte Surveys Act and Toshakovski Boundaries Act. .

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to direct staff to withdraw the Township’s objection in regard to the Toshakovski Boundaries Act.

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Report on Council: November 25, 2013

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REPORT ON COUNCIL:
November 25, 2013
Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –11:55 am
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm – 7:40 pm
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire

OPP
The letter dated November 5, 2013 from Jacques Bois, Inspector Detachment Commander of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment regarding the Business Planning Consultation, was discussed. The municipality wants to know what the OPP priorities are. They mentioned being more strategic in traffic management and more selective in deployment. The OPP want input from the municipality to be more effective in crime prevention. Tiny wants greater Police presence on Thursday and Friday nights of the long weekends, particularly in the five major parks. The need for their presence would be affected by the weather. Strict enforcement would be coordinated with Bylaw Officers. Tiny has the challenge of establishing the boundaries of public and private beaches. The onus is on the property owner to establish the boundaries of their property to ensure an enforceable charge of trespassing. Technical improvements provide daily reports on paid duty so that it is possible to see where police need to be deployed.
The billing model will come into effect in 2015 to make police costs uniform across the Province. The model’s assessment base is only based on households and needs to include commercial and industrial.
Mayor Millar will contact Inspector Jacques Bois to obtain clarification on the requested information. Mayor Millar requested the Committee’s input on policing issues and priorities to enable the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment to formulate a business plan specific to the Township of Tiny’s needs. The feedback is requested by December 6, 2013.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular to forward the identified key issues and priorities to Jacques Bois, Inspector Detachment Commander of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment.

Parks and Recreation
In 2012 council passed a resolution notifying Recreation Associations that the Township was not renewing their Memorandum of Understanding. Meetings were held to assist Associations and the Township with the transition to new governance models. The Township now manages, maintains and books all facilities and sports fields and collecting recreation and related fees passed by Council March 11, 2013. All renters must carry a minimum of $2 million commercial general liability insurance. The Township of Tiny joined the Facility User Group Program designed for OMEX and members. The plan is affordable, simple and managed by Staff. Thirty rentals per month are booked in Lafontaine, Wyebridge and Tiny Community Centers.
Mr. Ron Belcourt, Director of Recreation, Parks and Properties, Township of Springwater, requested funding for the Elmvale Community Arena. Council approved the $2,500 increase for an annual contribution of $7,500.

Bylaw and Dog Control
Bylaw Officers are taking a more proactive approach to dog control. Between 2012 and 2013 the number of proactive complaint investigations increased from 13 to 102 and the charges from 11 to 30.

Waste Management
Public Works picks up garbage in the ditches. Simcoe County will accept the garbage but it has to be sorted and this is time consuming so Tiny uses their Public Works bin. Monday mornings there are tons of garbage in the Parks and Public Works is trying to find a better way of disposing of it.

Development Charges
Council approved the 2014 proposed development charge at $4,959. from $4,944/ residential household and $16.95 from $16.89 per sq. meter gross floor area for non residential.

Affordable Housing
North Simcoe is not in the priority areas list but there is great need because of CNCC and Waypoint discharges. Residents are released into the community without the resources to support them. While Tiny does not qualify on the basis of growth Mayor Millar was able to have the priority areas removed to enable Tiny to be considered. In putting together the Task force it is hoped that members can work together in a collaborative manner, without turf wars and look at the big picture. North Simcoe has a deficit of affordable housing. Mayor Millar would like to spend the county’s operating surplus on infrastructure deficits, particularly affordable housing.

Farlain Lake
Farlain Lake is looking at using divers to hand pick Eurasian Watermilfoil from the lake. The community has a three year control program of hand harvesting, education and awareness. It is important to start as soon as possible. Mayor Millar wondered if the Fire Department could provide breathable compressed air for divers. Farlain Lake is requesting that the Township assist with weed control by granting $5,500 to the Farlain Lake Community Association. Part of it will be used to erect an information kiosk at the Townships’ Park on Andrew Ave. Farlain suggested that the funding could be derived by harvesting timber in the Township’s land in the Farlain Lake community. The Farlain Community Association will contribute $4,150. to a 3 year project through fund raising and donations plus $3,000 in volunteer time. The control of Eurasian Watermilfoil on Farlain Lake will ensure invasive species will not spread to other bodies of water by boaters and anglers.

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Report on Council: November 13, 2013

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REPORT ON COUNCIL:
November 13, 2013
Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –12:05 pm; 12:37 pm-1:54 pm
Regular Meeting: 2:16 pm-2:40 pm
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire

Simcoe County Council approved Budget
Simcoe County is in a budget surplus and is wondering if they should cover their municipality’s cost of conservation. Tiny’s conservation authority is carried out by Severn Sound Environment Association at a cost significantly lower than the Conservation Authority would cost. Tiny has a significant deficit with county roads, bridges and social housing. Mayor Millar has suggested that it would be a good idea to apply the surplus to the aging infrastructure.

Darren Vella, Innovative Planning Solutions
In response to Mr. Vella’s Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 40 Ord Lane Mr. Blom indicated that the applicant would be required to dedicate lands to the municipality for road widening and drainage easements down to Georgian Bay, and be financially responsible for all works and construction to the satisfaction of the Township. Mr. Vella and his clients have taken the position that if the road had been constructed in the centre of the road allowance there would not be a problem but Tiny Beaches Road is constructed on the west side of the road allowance. No ditch can be dug on the west side of the road because there is no space. The Township wants 6 meters to construct a ditch to remove storm water because the ditch on the east side does not drain the storm water and the water spills over onto Mr. Vella’s client’s property. Because the property is on the shore very little of the client’s water is flowing into the ditch. In a lot grading plan the water would be diverted to the drainage outlet but the municipality has not provided one. The developer could argue that the municipality is causing flooding because no drainage outlet has been provided. Mr. Vella is suggesting a cost sharing agreement where the Township and applicant would work cooperatively to cost share the construction of drainage works along Tiny Beaches Rd. prior to any development taking place on the lands. In the long run the ten lots that the developer is creating will contribute to the tax base and more than cover this expense.

OPP proposed billing model
Costs for police coverage range from $8-$2,200 per household across the province. Seventy three percent of the costs are fixed and 27% are variable based on call volume. The new billing model would make costs consistent for all municipalities across Ontario. The question remains: If municipalities create scenarios that cause call volume to go up should they not take on more of the costs. If municipalities for example, encourage the construction of bars and hotels they will have a higher volume. Could the province create a fund to help municipalities with significant cost increases? The AMO is lobbying the province for special funding.

Severn Sound Environmental Association Annual Report 2013 and Requests 2014
The Severn Sound Environmental Association is a joint municipal service board under the Municipal Act and has carried out projects in the following areas in 2013: 7 Healthy Streams Projects; Distribution of 1,670 trees and shrubs; Tributary monitoring of the Wye, Lafontaine, Copeland Rivers; 18 monitoring projects for stream temperature and benthos of the Wye, Lafontaine and Copeland Rivers; Source Water Protection (SWP Region, Risk Assessment, WHPAs, workshops for SPP); Risk Management Services ;Natural Heritage Evaluation ; Woodland Beach Stream Investigation; Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network.
Its requests for 2014 are: SSEA Operation $77,218 of $504,409; RMO Services share for the Township $42,500; Natural Heritage Evaluation $25,000; possible work with Farlain L Association; participation in the Severn Sound tree distribution program (funding support from Stewardship Council and self-funded).

John Raynor Archaeological Management Plan
John Raynor presented a proposal regarding an Archaeological Management Plan for the Township.
The Ontario Heritage Act authorizes the establishment of policies, priorities and programs for the conservation, protection and preservation of the heritage of Ontario. The Ministry of Tourism and Culture has the mandate to determine policies and programs related to conserving, protecting and promoting Ontario’s heritage. An Archaeological Management Plan (AMP) supports the implementation of municipal policies and procedures for identifying and conserving archaeological resources and the intent of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2005.

Under the Archeological Management Plan the Township’ s cultural heritage resources would be identified, inventoried, conserved and enhanced whenever practical, and all new development would respect the municipality’s physical heritage. The heritage resources of the Township include archaeological sites, buildings and structural remains of historical and architectural value, heritage landscapes and rural, village and urban areas of development which are of historic and scenic interest. The County of Simcoe’s Cultural Heritage Resource Conservation Guidelines, found within the County Official Plan, will be applied and implemented by the municipality.
Council requires archaeological impact assessments, survey and the preservation or rescue excavation of significant archaeological resources by archaeologists licensed under the Heritage Act in cooperation with the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation that might be affected in any future development, in cooperation with the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation.
An AMP consists of mapping and a strategy that identifies ‘archaeological sensitive areas’ (ASAs).

The purpose of an AMP is to create a geographic information system (GIS)-based, user-friendly planning tool that will enable municipal planners from public works; engineering; parks and recreation; and planning to screen development proposals and identify areas requiring a detailed archaeological assessment by a licensed archaeologist.

Conservation policies and procedures in the AMP can be integrated into the municipal official plan and other strategic documents. The AMP has helped municipalities to develop local policies, procedures and protocols for development and to identify conservation strategies early in the planning process.

Neil Roberts, Asset Management Plan
The province is committed to municipalities developing Asset Management Plans. Tiny has been granted $20,000. to develop an asset Management Plan. This plan will provide guidance for the 2014 budget. Asset Management Plans provide information on tangible assets; improve resource allocation decisions; manage and reduce risks for core assets ( roads, bridges); improve communication with rate payers, financial rating organizations and regulatory agencies; support applications for grants; leads to more effective long term planning, financial planning and data management .

All municipalities have an infrastructure deficit. The total infrastructure deficit is $400. Billion for all municipalities. Provincial and Federal governments have not provided sufficient funding; they have downloaded responsibility to the municipal government for infrastructure. Municipalities receive less than 10% of all tax revenues. In addition, the majority of sewer, water, road and bridge construction was done in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Their life cycles are now coming to an end; 28% of all assets are over 80 years old and the total replacement value is $538 billion. In 2011 the Ontario minority government cut back on infrastructure spending, reneging on an agreement in the 2010 Throne Speech. Tiny has an infrastructure deficit of approximately $1,268 / person vs. the national average of $10,000 / person.

When a comprehensive management plan is put together it causes people to collect and report on data that they would not have done. It encourages preventive maintenance. With the law of fives if you spend $1 on maintenance the replacement work will cost $5 but if you postpone maintenance the rehabilitation will cost $25. Municipalities are ignoring replacement. Many municipalities are fixated on short term asst liability instead of planning over 20 years and setting aside reserves. The public does not understand what the municipality is providing and there is a disconnect between what the public is receiving and what it is costing.

You use preventative maintenance to save money to use on rebuilding eventually. Many roads in Tiny are due to be replaced but they are in good shape because preventative maintenance has lengthened the age of the road. Our world has become more litigious and municipalities have to protect themselves from lawsuits by providing safe roads.

A detailed analysis of a computer generated asset plan will ensure priorities in the allocation of resources are the best. The plan gives a methodology for setting priorities. Allocating resources is an ongoing requirement. It takes a champion to change ways of thinking and doing things.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular to receive the report as information.

Delineation of Township-owned Property/Concession 5W
Councilor Claire inquired as to the process for delineating Township-owned property along the shoreline and whether or not the affected property owners are notified in advance of the work being done. Henk Blom advised that the Public Works Department is proceeding as instructed by the previous and the present Councils. He noted that in the case of the Concession 5W delineation works, the notification to the residents was delayed. He also pointed out that the configuration of the Concession 5W Road Allowance, Jones Road and with the added challenge of the road allowance being used as a driveway makes it problematic in delineating the public property/beach access in this area.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular to direct staff to meet with the affected residents to resolve the matter.

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Report on Council: October 28, 2013

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REPORT ON COUNCIL: 
October 28, 2013
Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am – 11:27am
Regular Meeting: 7:00pm-7:35pm 
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire

Closed Meeting Investigator Appointment 
The Committee considered a draft resolution regarding the proposed appointment of JGM Consulting to provide closed meeting investigation services.
Staff brought forward the draft resolution to the Regular Meeting to advise the County of Simcoe to include the Township of Tiny in the current contract between JGM Consulting and other member municipalities for the remainder of 2013 and that Tiny be included in the contract with member municipalities for the provision of closed meeting investigation services with JGM Consulting for a two-year term (January 1, 2014 December 31, 2015).

In 2008 the Municipal Act was amended to include provisions for increased openness and transparency. Section 239.1 allows any person to request an investigation into whether a municipality or local board has complied with Section 239 of the Act or a procedure by-law under Subsection 238(2) with respect to closing a meeting to the public.

Investigations are to be undertaken by an investigator or the Ombudsman under a joint arrangement with member municipalities. The County would pay the cost of the annual retainer for the participating municipalities and each member would cover the costs of closed meeting investigators for their municipality. In 2010 and 2011 fifteen municipalities participated. Eleven municipalities are interested in signing on for 2014.

The County’s portion of the annual retainer is $1,000 plus $300. / municipality. The annual cost to the County has been $4,600 plus taxes.

Tiny will now be paying JGM Consulting a $300 annual retainer, $100 per hour for time spent on queries, and an extra charge for mileage, meals and accommodations.  JGM Consulting doesn’t provide French language services, something required by Canton de Tiny.  The Ombudsman, an independent officer of the Ontario legislature, does provide French language investigations and does not bill municipalities for any of the above mentioned costs.

The motion to dismiss the Ombudsman and hire JGM Consulting, a unilingual (English) service provider, was moved by Councilor Claire, who insisted that the recent Ombudsman’s investigation, be conducted in French.

County Council/Update
Mayor Millar reiterated his concerns over the County’s proposed change to the Committee of the Whole (COW) structure that is currently being tested on a pilot project basis at the County. Previously the Mayor and Deputy Mayor would sit on one of three Committees: Corporate Services, Performance Management or Human Resource Services.

The COW format requires all members of Council to be thoroughly familiar with the work of all committees. The Standing Committee structure on the other hand allows Councilors to dig deeper into the issues affecting their respective committees while having an overview of the remaining committees. “While I may have the time to read the reports of all committees, I simply do not have the time necessary to think critically about the issues.” “I am less inclined to challenge a report’s recommendation when I haven’t had the opportunity to think about the matter. As a result, recommendations are often accepted with little debate. I’m not certain we are well served by that process.”

“We need to look at the County’s governance structure overall. It’s not enough that we simply tinker with governance. The County is a $500,000,000 a year corporation and to expect political oversight on an ad hoc basis, is not reasonable.”

Small, Rural and Northern Municipal Infrastructure Fund
Expression of Interest 
In its 2013 budget the Ontario government is making available a new $100 million municipal infrastructure fund to help small, rural and northern municipalities address roads, bridges and other infrastructure needs. Eligible municipalities can apply for $71 million in funding. The deadline for submitting an Expression of Interest is November 1, 2013. Funding has been given to 109 projects. The Township completed an Expression of Interest with the assistance of R J Burnside on the replacement of water mains within the Georgian Sands Water System at a cost of $1.5 million. Tiny would provide 50% and grant funding would supply the rest.

The Committee considered Public Works Report from Henk Blom regarding follow-up information for the Infrastructure Fund.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to authorize staff to declare that there is an Expression of Interest; that the Township will have an Asset Management Plan in place by December 31, 2013 and will be publicly available by March 31, 2014 and that the project will be complete by December 31, 2015.

Pre-budget Approval/Comprehensive Parking Strategy
The Committee considered a draft resolution regarding pre-budget approval for a Comprehensive Parking Strategy as discussed at the October 23, 2013 Council Budget Meeting.

Staff brought forward the draft resolution at the Regular to retain the services of R. J. Burnside & Associates Ltd. to develop a detailed “scope of work” for a Comprehensive Parking Strategy for all Township roads. In addition, that a communication and public consultation/engagement strategy be developed in conjunction with the Comprehensive Parking Strategy (Funding included in 2014 Budget -$15,000). Burnside was chosen because it has a long relationship with the Township and sensitivity to residents’ issues. Burnside would not have a steep learning curve as would be the case with other consulting firms.

Emergency Services Activity Report/Period Ending September 30, 2013
The Committee considered Emergency Services Report from Tony Mintoff, Fire Chief. Chief Mintoff mentioned that the dust created by trade people is the major cause of false alarms. He suggested that when the permits are issued it would be a good idea to make the trades aware of problems with dust and false alarms. Residents are charged a response fee when there are more than 2 false alarms. Calls are often to seasonal residents where the owners are difficult to contact. He has ordered door hangers which will be placed on the doors of visited residents.

Accessibility Advisory Committee/Accessibility Audit/Huronia Airport
As the Council representative on the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC), Mayor Millar informed the members of Council that the AAC has conducted several surveys at municipally owned properties to assess accessibility requirements. He reported that the survey done at the Huronia Airport indicated some minor deficiencies at the ramp entrance, washrooms and general issues such as reflective strip on steps, automatic openers for door leading to the airstrip and the designated accessible parking which has been completed.

Accessibility Advisory Committee/Investigation of Mobi-Mats
As the Council representative on the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC), Mayor Millar reported that the AAC has been looking at acquiring Mobi-Mats to enable persons with mobility problems to access the shoreline. He noted that the AAC is preparing a proposal in an effort to be ready should a funding opportunity arise to help offset the cost of the Mobil-Mats. The public washroom area at Balm Beach would be one site option

Proclamation Restorative Justice Week
Council proclaimed November 17-24 as Restorative Justice Week. Restorative Justice is a non-adversarial, non-retributive approach to justice that emphasizes healing in victims, accountability of offenders and involvement of citizens in creating healthier, safer communities. The intent is to develop better understanding and empathy for each other’s positions. The emphasis is on communication and understanding, not punishment. The investigating Police Officer decides whether the accused goes to Restorative Justice Panel. At the panel the accused explains why they acted that way and the victim provides an impact statement. All parties must agree to this approach.

 

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Report on Council: October 15, 2013

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Report on Council:
October 15, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am – 11:08am
Confidential Closed Session: 11:03am-11:07am
Regular Meeting: 11:40am-11:55am
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire 

Update on Activities/Outcome of Stop the Drop Campaign
On behalf of Stop the Drop, Mr. Colin Dobell provided an update on the activities and outcome of Stop the Drop Campaign. This is not a lobby group. Their objective is education and communication about the drop in the Great Lakes water levels. They want to show municipal, provincial and federal leaders how concerned voters are about the lake levels and to engage the public in a mass way. He also suggested that the municipality cooperate with Stop the Drop by registering people who use and care about the water and selecting key indicators (science and economic based data) of water quantity and its impact on Tiny.

The matter will be further discussed at the October 15, 2013 Regular Committee
of the Whole meeting.

Family Physician Recruitment/Succession Planning
David GraveIle, Physician Recruitment and Retention Officer, Georgian Bay General Hospital provided an update on the Family Physician Recruitment/Succession Planning. He reported on the successful recruitment of several physicians to the area. Between 2012-2017 18 family physicians need to be recruited because it takes 2 new physicians to replace one retiring physician. One of the factors is that female doctors want smaller practices. Candidates choose the area because of family connections to the community, the lifestyle of Georgian Bay, the area’s proximity to Toronto, practice opportunities and a relationship with the recruitment program. There are three recruitment strategies: education, ambassadors and relationship development. The recruitment program builds relationships with the medical schools at U of T, McMaster and NOSM. The Rotary Club contributes $50,000. towards education programs. New recruits act as ambassadors.The program develops relationships with medical residents, provides tours of the area, relocation reimbursements, welcome packages and up to $40,000. off the Ontario Student Loan under Federal loan forgiveness. They also try to find opportunities for spouses before recruiting.  There are two areas that need to be addressed: Internal Medicine and Obstetrics. A midwifery program is being launched at the hospital because the need for women to go outside of the municipality to give birth is a concern.  Mr. GraveIle concluded his presentation by advising that he would be submitting his annual request for funding.

Discussion/Oral Submission/Dr. Paul Rosenberg Crown Reserve, Wymbolwood Beach 
The Committee discussed the presentation by Dr. Paul Rosenberg on September 30, 2013 regarding the Crown Reserve at Wymbolwood Beach on Plan 779. The Committee agreed to proceed as previously discussed with the surveying of the shoreline on Plan 779. Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to receive the presentation.

Discussion/Oral Submission/Mr. Ian Ferguson/Open Parking Concerns
The Committee discussed the presentation by Mr. Ian Ferguson on behalf of the Bluewater, Georgina, Wendake Beaches and Ratepayers Association regarding parking concerns on of Wendake, Milton, Karen Roads and Swift’s Lane and the accessibility of emergency vehicles.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to refer the matter to staff for review and included in the Comprehensive Parking Strategy for the Township.

Discussion/ Oral Submission/Mrs. L. Lancia
Request for Use of Township Property/Senior/Community Centre

The Committee discussed the presentation by Mrs. L. Lancia on behalf of the Sunset Bay Committee Association regarding a request for the establishment of a Senior/Community Centre upon municipally owned land in the Sawlog Bay area.

As the Council representative on the Community Recreation Committee (CRC), Councillor Wishart stated that the CRC be given the opportunity to evaluate the project.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to forward the request to the Community Recreation Committee for input and review and to report back to Council.

County Council/Update
Mayor Millar reiterated his concerns relating to the changes of governance structure and that the same concerns are being expressed by several members of County Council. He noted that the County is presently scheduling meetings for 2014 for the new meeting structure and secondly, in case the new format fails, meetings are being scheduled according to the previous meeting format.

Huronia Economic Alliance Resolution County of Simcoe Local Economic Development Fund
The Huronia Economic Alliance (HEA) recommended the passing of the following motion by the Councils of Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny and Tay in support of a joint HEA application to the County of Simcoe under its Local Economic Development Fund:

1. That the Council of the Township of Tiny hereby approves and endorses a joint application and request to the County of Simcoe under its Local Economic Development Fund in the total amount of $400,000.00 for 2013-2014 to support the ongoing work of the Huronia Economic Alliance (HEA).

2. That the approved funding be allocated to the HEA (through the North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation) in accordance with the HEA – THE POWER OF FOUR – GOING FORWARD ACTION PLAN” dated August 2013.

3. That the HEA Economic Development Strategic Action Plan provide specific recommendations regarding the administration, structure and governance of the HFA as the Economic Development vehicle for the Townships of Tiny and Tay and the Towns of Midland and Penetanguishene and that no funds be expended absent an agreement upon governance structure for the HEA.

Council passed a resolution that they support the HEA’s recommendations as outlined above.

Ministry of Rural Affairs/Small, Rural and Northern Municipal Infrastructure Fund
The Province of Ontario has made available a new $100 million municipal infrastructure. funding called “Small, Rural and Northern Municipal Infrastructure fund. Qualifying municipalities must complete and “expression of interest” by November 1, 2013.

Council passed a resolution that the Township complete an ”Expression of Interest” for each of the following projects, with the assistance of R. J. Burnside & Associates Ltd.

1. Placement of water storage reservoirs for fire protection purposes at the Toanche and Wyevale Fire Halls. Approximate cost $100,000.

2. Replacement of water main within the Georgian Sands water system at a cost not to exceed $1.5 million.

And that funding is proposed at 50% grant funding and 50% township.

Heritage Advisory Committee/Appointments
Annice Blake, Luci Dilkus and Randy Hargrave were appointed as members of the Township of Tiny Heritage Advisory Committee for the remainder of the Council term (2010 to 2014).

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Report on Council: September 30, 2013

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Report on Council:
September 30, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –11:45am, 12:30pm-1:05pm
Confidential Closed Session: 11:03 am-11:42am
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm – 7:47pm
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart and Claire

Crown Reserve/Wymbolwood Beach
Dr. P. Rosenberg, a property owner on Registered Plan 779, expressed concerns over the survey work being undertaken in the Wymbolwood Beach area. What is the township’s intention in re-addressing title issues? The Township is investigating the existence of an original Crown Patent reserve along the shore in front of the properties on the west side of Tiny Beaches Road South. During the presentation, Dr. Rosenberg posed four (4) questions regarding the survey work and the Boundaries Act application. He was asked to provide the questions in writing so that the Township may be able to provide accurate responses to his specific queries. The matter was to be further discussed at the October 15, 2013 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting

Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Provincial Police/OPP Quarterly Report
Inspector Jacques Bois of the Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Provincial Police provided a quarterly report of the policing activities for January to June 2013. The presentation included crime statistics, alarms, 911 calls and MVC statistics.He mentioned that radar on Tiny Beaches Rd South failed to note excessive speed but there has been an increase in motor vehicle accidents.

J. Barzo, Barrister and Solicitor/ Plan 779, Boundaries Act and Surveys Act Matters
A status report was delivered in the confidential/closed session with respect to advice subject to solicitor-client privilege on matters relating to Plan 779; Edwards Boundaries Act; Dale/Moranis Surveys Act; Duarte Surveys Act and Toshakovski Boundaries Act.

Disposition of Wyebridge Public School
The Committee reviewed a letter from the Simcoe County District School Board regarding the disposition of the Wyebridge Public School property. Staff brought forward a draft resolution to advise the SCDSB that the property has no municipal purpose and the Township of Tiny has no interest in acquiring the school property.

Severn Sound Environmental Association (SSEA) Costs, Contributions
As the Township representative for the Severn Sound Environmental Association, Mayor Millar presented a letter from the SSEA detailing Midland’s relationship with the SSEA and costs associated with that relationship. As the host municipality Midland provides the SSEA with Treasury, Information technology and HR services at a cost of approximately $5,000/year. Recent internal audits of Midland show that the annual stipend charged SSEA fall short of the actual expenses. The Treasury Department calculated the costs to be $30,000. It was recommended that the SSEA staff be directed to amend the 2014 budget and debt repayment plan so that each reflects an additional $25,000 operating expense. Mayor Millar noted that no municipality could supervise SSEA for $5,000 even at the audit firm’s preferred rate. He also mentioned that their financial problems mainly stem from over delivering on requests and under charging. This matter will be further discussed during the 2014 Budget deliberations.

Comments Received/Draft Co-ownership Agreement between the Cawaja Property owners Association and the Township of Tiny
The Committee reviewed the comments received from the public with respect to the proposed co-ownership agreement between the Cawaja Property owners Association and the Township of Tiny. Forty (40) comments were received and all were in support of the co-ownership agreement.
Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to acknowledge receipt of the letters of support and a draft resolution to support and approve a draft agreement by the Mayor and CAO subject to confirmation of the property identification numbers (PIN) and insurance requirements as outlined in the draft agreement.

Pre-Approval for 2014 Grants to Communities Funding
The Committee reviewed a memorandum from Bonita Desroches, Community Recreation Coordinator, regarding pre-budget approval for the 2014 Grants to Communities funding. The pre-budget approval is necessary to enable La Meute CultureIle to submit a funding application for Le Festival du Loup 2014.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to support the funding application.

Proposed By-law 13-060/Speed Limit Reductions Concession 4 East and Mertz Corner Road
The Committee considered a draft by-law to regulate the rate of speed for Concession 4 East from County Road 6 South to Baseline Road South and Mertz Corner Road from Baseline Road South to Marshall Road. The draft by-law proposed to reduce the rate of speed from 80 km/hr to 50 km/hr.

Staff brought forward the draft by-law at the Regular Meeting for formal consideration.

County Council/Update
Deputy Mayor Lawrence reported that waste management was discussed at the last meeting. He also commented on the new meeting format (i.e. County Council followed by the Committee of the Whole). He reported that the new Georgian Village in Penetanguishene is progressing on schedule and the move will be completed at the end of October.

Mayor Millar expressed his disappointments with the new governance format. Simcoe County is a $500 million organization that no longer has governance oversight because Mayors and Deputy Mayors are overwhelmed with the volume of information to be digested. They cannot stay on top of issues with the restructuring. Councilor Wishart added that things can be buried in this kind of situation.

Pre-Budget Approval/Consultant’s/Building Permit Fee Structure

The Committee reviewed a Planning & Development Report from Jamie Wilson, Chief Building Official regarding pre-budget approval to hire an outside consultant to review the Township’s building permit fee structure and review the operation of the department to find cost savings and efficiencies. .In July 2005 the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing passed Bill 124 which required building departments to charge fees to cover the cost of administering the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code. The building department is run as an independent profit centre and an outside consultant could find ways of generating revenue. Tiny’s building department has to cover a larger geographic area than Midland and Penetanguishene so they can’t cover as many calls in the same time. Building code enforcement, assisting other departments, committees and project management don’t generate revenue. From 2011 to 2013 costs have exceeded revenues and Council had to withdraw funds from the reserve to balance the building department’s budget. By the end of 2013 there will be approximately $100,000 remaining in the fund. Building permit fees have not been increased in the past 15 years. At least for the short term building activity has stabilized with a reduction in construction of new single detached dwellings. This has had the most impact on revenue. A failure to balance costs and revenues would result in the municipality contributing out of general tax base revenue.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution to permit the Building Department to prepare a Request for Quotations in an effort to retain the services of a consultant to review and report on the full cost of services and recommendations for the establishment of building permit fees.

Proposed By-law 13-057/Regulating the Setting of Open Fires
The Committee considered Emergency Services Report from Tony Mintoff, Fire Chief, regarding the repeal of the current Open Fire By-law and its amendments. The proposed changes to the Open Air By-law include Prohibiting the Use of Flying Lanterns, amending the Criteria for Class B fires and addressing open burning that creates a nuisance. The amendment for Class B fires would permit more than one pile to be burned simultaneously if it is approved in advance by the Chief Fire Official. This would be advantageous to residents engaged in larger scale agricultural activities. Open fires sometimes generate large amounts of smoke, causing nuisance and potential health problems to neighbours. Complaints will be investigated. Residents who burn material in ditches can be fined because it is on municipal land.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution and by-law at the Regular Meeting for formal consideration.

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Report on Council: August 26, 2013

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Report on Council:
August 26, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –12:14pm
Confidential Closed Session: 11:05am-11:14am
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm- 7:30
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councilors Warren, Wishart, Claire 

Special Permit to Remove Trees/Peter Hnayda Part Lot 18, Concession 11W (Pt 1, 51R-17745)
The Committee reviewed the Planning and Development Report from Shawn Persaud, Manager of Planning & Development regarding a letter from the County of Simcoe with respect to an application for a special permit to remove trees on Part of Lot 18, Concession 11 West. Shaun has recommended that Council direct staff to forward a Planning and Development report to the County of Simcoe recommending that prior to the County considering a permit it should ensure that the removal of trees will not negatively impact on the natural features or ecological functions of the land under consideration. Simcoe has the staff to carry out an environmental assessment and should seek out the advice of their Planning and Development department before considering a permit.

Water Ban
There has been some confusion with the wording of the signs so Public Works will reword the signs using the word “watering” and indicate that it applies only to those on municipal water systems.

Huronia Economic Alliance (HEA)/Update
Robert J. Lamb, County of Simcoe/Economic Development  Wes Crown, Town of Midland
An alliance of Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny and Tay Townships is working with public and private sectors to build economic capacity. The Alliance realized at an early stage that the scope and magnitude of issues necessitated a10 year Economic Development and Tourism Plan to be able to put the foundations in place and to prioritize actions based on the needs of the municipalities. Consultants  Miller, Dickinson, Blais were hired and in June 2011, 38 recommendations were put forward. The four pillars of the plan are: building an educated workforce, assisting in changing the manufacturing base; developing four season tourism and investing in Healthcare, Institutional, and agricultural bioscience. They have redesigned the website, gearing it towards economic development; providing statistical data and a search directory of businesses. The Alliance has designed marketing pieces, including a new lure sheet. They have undertaken a labor market study and are examining how to match shortages with training to meet the labor needs within Huronia. They are looking at how to attract New Canadians with investment opportunities. In the area of agriculture they are working with Simcoe County Partnership Alliance, Farm Fresh, Federation of Agriculture and others. They are looking at a food distribution hub study. The Alliance is producing a regional Health and Wellness Strategy in partnership with Barrie and Orillia. They have received funding from the province to do a Simcoe County Cultural Study and are working on the feasibility of developing a Manufacturing Association to exchange ideas and create solutions. They also sit on the steering committee for developing a new Simcoe County 10 year affordable housing strategy. The Alliance works with the local CFDC office to deliver business training programs and work with the South Muskoka Workforce development Board to examine the development of central employment aggregation website for Simcoe County. They are working with Venture Lab to expand their business development service provision into Simcoe County and sit on the South Simcoe Business Links Committee. They are also coordinating with Orillia, Barrie, Lakehead University and Georgian College on the 3rd Innovation for a Greater Central Ontario event. They helped to send individuals from Barrie and 7 local businesses to the Global Petroleum Show in Calgary to pick up business leads and innovative ideas.

It has become evident that in order to attract new business opportunities the municipalities have to do the leg work, have contacts, planning, zoning and an infrastructure  in place so they can respond quickly when a business comes to research a  location. Twenty percent of Tiny and Tay residents work in manufacturing yet there is no manufacturing in these municipalities.

Co-Ownership Agreement/Township of Tiny/Cawaja Property owners Association, report by Jim McIntosh, Barriston Law
Part of the discussion took place in closed session with respect to “Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,” regarding the Co-Ownership Agreement/Cawaja Property owners Association. However the discussion with respect to the staff report and draft agreement took place in open session.

Heritage Advisory Committee – Township Archaeological Heritage Management Plan.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution to the Regular Meeting to invite John Raynor to present an overview of the management plan at a future Council meeting.

Ontario Heritage Trust/2013 Community Leadership Program Nomination 

Staff brought forward a draft resolution to the Regular Meeting to endorse and support the nomination of Lyn Downer to the 2013 Community Leadership Program for his contribution towards protecting and preserving the history of the Township of Tiny.

Closed Meeting Investigator/Ontario Ombudsman/Notice of Motion

Councilor Claire expressed concerns regarding the service of the Ontario Ombudsman with respect to a recent complaint. He submitted a written Notice of Motion to the Committee members at today’s Regular Committee of the Whole for discussion at the Regular Meeting of Council regarding the Closed Meeting Investigator/Ontario Ombudsman. Doug Luker, CAO/Clerk, read Section 14 of the Procedural By-law outlining the process when submitting a Notion of Motion. A discussion took place whether or not Councilor Claire could be allowed to submit the Notice of Motion during the Regular Committee meeting and to subsequently have the matter discussed at the Regular Meeting in essence waiving the procedural by-law. Councilor Wishart pointed out that the Committee should proceed correctly and in accordance with the by-law.

Confidential/Closed Session

At this time, the Committee agreed to consider the draft co-ownership agreement between the Township of Tiny and the Cawaja Property owners Association with Jim McIntosh, Barriston Law.Following the closed session, the Committee agreed to consider the confidential staff report and draft agreement in open session.

Draft Co-Ownership Agreement/Cawaja Property owners Association/Tiny
The Committee considered Confidential Clerk’s Report regarding a draft Co-Ownership Agreement between the Township of Tiny and the Cawaja Property owners Association. The Committee agreed to give the public an opportunity to comment on the draft agreement for consideration at a future Council meeting.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting to direct staff to post the staff report and draft agreement on the Township Website for public review and comments, to include the documents on the September 9′, 2013 Regular Committee of the Whole agenda for information and to include the same documents along with the comments received on the September 30′, 2013 Regular Committee of the Whole agenda for discussion

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Report on Council: August 12, 2013

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Report on Council:
August 12, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –10:15am
Confidential Closed Session N/A
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm- 7:27pm
Mayor Miller, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councillors Warren, Wishart, Claire

County Council Update

Deputy Mayor Lawrence reported that the garbage pick-up issue at Cedar Ridge has
been rectified.

Silver Birch Access — Gubins

The Committee considered Public Works Report PWR-031-13 dated August 12,
2013 from Henk Blom regarding a request from Girts Gubins (430 Silver Birch Drive) for permission to access municipally owned land known as Block A, Plan 1244.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution to permit Mr. Gubins temporary access over Block A, Plan 1244 to complete in-water works in accordance with Ministry of Natural Resources approvals.

Work Superintendent Alternative Options

The Committee considered Public Works Report PWR-032-13 dated August 12,
2013 from Henk Blom regarding the Works Superintendent Alternative Options. When the Works Superintendent resigned in June it presented an opportunity to look at the position and consider the needs of the Township. The Parks portion of the job has grown. Beaches and Parks are Tiny’s biggest asset. A Roads Superintendent is trained in Roads Operations and Maintenance and generally is not an expert in Parks. If Tiny had a Parks Superintendent their training and expertise could realize more efficiencies. A Superintendent in Parks with indepth knowledge and skills would be a desired asset for Parks Operations and for maintaining a sound recreation program base. From 2002 the Township has had increasing responsibility for recreational and facility maintenance, operations and capital improvements and ensuring that the community daily needs are met. The report suggested dividing the Works superintendent position and creating a separate Parks Superintendent and Roads Superintendent. This would allow the work load to be more evenly distributed to maximize skill sets and minimize stress. It would also allow for more supervision of staff.

Staff brought forward a draft resolution to support, in principle, the creation of Parks Superintendent and Roads Superintendent Positions in lieu of the current Works Superintendent position, subject to staff providing Council with details regarding all associated additional costs (ie. salaries, vehicles, etc) and upon review of the job descriptions by the Job Evaluation Committee.

Renewal of infield of Thunder Beach Association baseball diamond.

Mr. Douglas Jones on behalf of the Thunder Beach Association requested a renewal of the  infield of the Thunder Beach Association baseball diamond. Council referred the matter to staff who could refer to the Master Plan which identifies  parks and ball diamonds  the municipality is responsible for. Work on the ball diamond could be a volunteer opportunity.

Parking Changes to Dune Street by the Wymbolwood Beach Park known as Gordon J. Tuffs Park.

Mary Lou Merritt requested parking changes to Dune Street by the Gordon J. Tuffs Park. Council has forwarded the correspondence to staff. The matter may be deferred until Public Works has finished it’s review of roads and parking.

 

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Report on Council: July 29, 2013

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Report on Council:
July 29, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –- 11:25am
Confidential Closed Session 11:25 – 11:35 am
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm- 7:27
Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councillors Warren, Wishart, Claire

Ontario Trillium Funding Champlain Commemorations 2015

Councillor Claire announced that the Steering Committee received $190,600.from the Ontario Trillium Foundation for an Events Coordinator (three year full time contract).

Mr. Roger Neal, Beach Access Permit

Mrs. Neal addressed the Committee regarding a request for a beach access permit for 16 Tiny Beaches Rd. South to service Sunsport Beach Resort and Motel and Boat Rentals. Mrs. Caley-Neal provided a historical account of their beach access permit issues and the hardship it has caused their business.

Mr. Dominic Mifsud/Property Fence Damage

The Committee considered an oral submission request from Mr. Dominic Mifsud regarding alleged property fence damage. Staff brought forward a draft resolution at the Regular Meeting of Council denying the oral submission request as all reasonable efforts have been taken by the Township of Tiny staff to address this issue. The fence was encroaching on Township property; he was given reasonable time to move the fence but did not; the fence was taken down and neatly stacked on his property; the Township installed a catch basin to address any drainage problems and they installed posts on his property.

Canada Day Long Weekend Activity Report

Because of the No Parking policy on Concession 4, cars spilled over onto Pineforest. Rd. Councillors wondered if the lower water levels are making Nottawasaga Bay a less attractive destination. Torontonians are hearing that the beaches are not what they used to be. Roadside debris is down significantly. Nevertheless at the end of Concession 4 the garbage was piled 5 feet high and Public Works promptly cleaned it up.

By-law 2nd Quarter Activity Report

Steve Harvey mentioned that there has only been one charge under the Clean Yards Bylaw.

Financial Report as of June 30, 2013

The refurbishing and maintenance of rinks was not planned for and the Ball Diamonds and washrooms needed refurbishing. The repair and maintenance of Lafontaine Park was another unplanned expense.

Discussion/Requests for Signage

Deputy Mayor Lawrence raised the issue of signage and installation of property posts as a result of a recent request received by the municipality. The area in question does have public beach delineation signage but not galvanized posts delineating the public portion of the beach. As the proper public beach delineation signage exists at this location, it was felt that this was sufficient.

County Council Updates

The County’s waste collection contractor was not picking up garbage at Cedar Ridge due to the location of the garbage bins. Garbage workers refused to pick up because the Union for BFI stipulated that their workers could only walk a certain number of metres. There were also complaints regarding the tossing of receptacles into ditches. The Simcoe CAO and Manager of Waste Management called an emergency meeting and the County put 2 people on the road to trail the trucks.

One Councillor pointed out the impact of the dual axles of the trucks on Tiny’s roads. The trucks are tearing apart the road surfaces when they stop and start. Public Works is sending pictures of Tiny roads to the County.

Another Councillor wondered about the efficiency of only having one person on the garbage truck. Tiny Public Works uses two staff for garbage pickup because of the weight of some of the garbage. Sometimes they have to pick up car parts or construction material.

Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Conference – June 2013

Councillor Wishart and Mr. Keith Sherman, Executive Director, Severn Sound Environmental Association attended the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI) Conference held in Marquette, Michigan in June. The Conference dealt with climate change, low water levels, shoreline protection and restoration, asian carp and more. One of the points made was that cities that draw water from the Great Lakes need to return the water. The Chicago Diversion takes water out of Lake Michigan and sends it down the Mississippi River. These meetings are wonderful opportunities to meet  U.S.Senate Reps and Army Corps of Engineers. Unfortunately Canadian Federal and Provincial politicians were not present. The geological repository for nuclear waste in Kinkardine was also discussed. It is only one km from Lake Huron. Identical eological formations exist north of Kenora and since there has not been a successful repository for nuclear waste Kenora would seem to be a better location because when there is a leak you have the time to reacte because it is far enough away from the water. Isotopes are stored separately. Membership for this group is $2500 which seems to be a great deal given the kinds of contacts and discussions to be found at their meetings.

North Simcoe Heads of Council Meeting

Deputy Mayor Lawrence provided the Committee with an update on the recent North Simcoe Heads of Council meeting which included discussions on the Georgian Bay low water levels, a joint efficiency task force, municipal service agreements, Huronia Economic Alliance funding, North Simcoe housing and the SSEA debt.

Heritage Advisory Committee/Staff Assistance/Recollections Publication

The Committee reviewed Resolution H29/13 dated July 18, 2013, from the Heritage Advisory Committee requesting staff assistance for the chapter in the Township of Tiny Recollections publication on municipal services. Council directed staff to provide the necessary assistance to the Heritage Advisory Committee in regards to the Recollections publication with a deadline of September 30, 2013 for receipt of the information.

Woodland Beach Property Owners Association regarding request for paid duty for Woodland Beach.

Woodland Beach has asked the Township for periodic police patrols. There is a discretionary fund of approximately $25,000. which can be used to support beaches on occasional traffic and speed control.

 

 

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Report on Council: July 8, 2013

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Report on Council:
July 8, 2013

Committee of the Whole Meeting: 9:00 am –- 11:25am
Confidential Closed Session 11:25 – 11:35 am
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm- 7:27
Mayor Millar, Deputy Mayor Lawrence, Councillors Warren, Wishart, Claire

Community Settlement Strategy

Sandra Lee, Project Manager, Local Immigration Partnership, County of Simcoe presented statistics on Simcoe County settlement patterns. Spanish is the fastest growing language in Tiny. In 2010 there were 650 new immigrants who settled directly in Simcoe County from their country of origin, increasing by 260(67%) since 2000. Between 2007 and 2010 2785 immigrants landed in Simcoe County and of these 5 landed in Tiny.

Installation of Bell Mobility Telecom Tower in Tiny Township

James Kennedy of Fontur International Inc. presented a proposal regarding the installation of Bell Mobility Telecom Towers. One location is ready. The tower is located on a road allowance as far back as possible and within the tree line as to not be visible. They are in the final stages of other three locations, waiting on environmental reports for the four seasons. Because Tiny has asked for environmental reviews the choice and installation of towers has taken much longer. Lafontaine tower provides northwest coverage; the road allowance tower most northern coverage. They will provide high speed internet and broadband coverage.  Staff brought forward a draft resolution to approve in principal the installation of a telecommunications tower and land lease agreement between the Township of Tiny and Bell Mobility Inc. Council authorized Bell Mobility Inc. to conduct the required public consultation process and to report back to Council once complete.

Spruce St. Garbage and Excessive Noise

The CAO will approach the Township of Blue Mountain who are reviewing bylaws regarding short term rentals of large properties to see if they have any suggestions on how to handle garbage and excessive noise from a rental property on Spruce St. Bylaw continues to respond and send out regular patrols. Garbage is dealt with on the basis of complaints. Council discussed financial incentives (ie. Landlord surrenders a security deposit) to ensure the landlord complies with bylaw. Council decided that it was not necessary for Lina Bertucci to do an oral submission as she could use email, mail or telephone to make her presentation.

County Council Update

Mayor Millar reported that at the Waste Management Workshop, the County reaffirmed a number of decisions regarding the development of Sites 9 and 12 and the exportation of waste to other sites.

Mayor Millar repeated his concerns that the county is designated for affordable housing only in South Simcoe. Given CNCC and Waypoint facilities there is reason to require affordable housing in North Simcoe. Once residents are released they tend to stay in the vicinity. Four North Simcoe mayors will get together to present the need.

Emerald Ash Borer

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is moving to regulate the Emerald Ash Borer in Ontario up to the French river area by April 2014 and to focus CFIA efforts in areas north and west of there. Tiny has concerns re: moving the line to French River as this will create a vacuum for help and information in Central and Eastern Ontario.

 

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