Members Present: Mayor Milt McIver, Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles (via Zoom), Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden (via Zoom), Councillor James Mielhausen, Councillor Megan Myles
Staff Present: Cathy Addison, Clerk, Tessa Swanton, Deputy Clerk, Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Chief Administrative Officer, Troy Cameron, Public Works Manager (via Zoom), Carol Hopkins, Bylaw Enforcement Officer (via Zoom), Teresa Shearer, Treasurer (via Zoom), Wilf Barnes, Fire Chief (via Zoom)
Others Present: Nil
Note: Some members of Council and staff were present in the Municipal Office Council Chamber and the meeting was held via zoom, an electronic platform, for members of the public to attend.
Note: In the absence of the ability to vote by a show of hands, in accordance with By-law No. 2021-08, Section 3- 64.3, Council votes will be recorded for resolutions presented at electronic Council meetings.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
Mayor McIver called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof that may arise during the meeting.
Deputy Mayor Myles declared a pecuniary interest with respect to “Closed Session regarding a Former Administration Staff member – Accounts Receivable Clerk- Cheri Hofstrand is my daughter”.
Approval of the Agenda
Resolution #14-01-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded L. Golden
THAT the content of the agenda be approved as printed.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Adoption of the Minutes
Re: Special Council Meeting No. 21-11, March 22, 2021 and Council Meeting No. 21-12, March 22, 2021
Councillor Golden requested an amendment to the minutes of Special Council Meeting No. 21-11, March 22, 2021. The sentence was amended to read as follows: “Once an STA reaches a certain level, such as Class C, it is considered a business and new builds constructed for the purpose of STAs should be allowed in certain zones only”.
Resolution #14-02-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
That the minutes of Special Council Meeting No. 21-11, March 22, 2021 and Council Meeting No. 21-12, March 22, 2021 be approved, as amended.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Public Meeting
There is no Public Meeting for Council Meeting No. 21-14, April 12, 2021.
Delegation
1. Bruce County – Jack Van Dorp and Vicki Ly
Re: 2020 Bruce County Planning and Economic Development Annual Update
Mayor McIver welcomed Jack Van Dorp and Vicki Ly to the meeting via Zoom.
Jack Van Dorp provided planning highlights for 2020 including a development application fee review and full cost recovery for development applications. He informed that there were 299 Bruce County Planning applications processed in 2020 with a significant increase in the volume of applications for Northern Bruce Peninsula.
Jack Van Dorp summarized some Northern Bruce Peninsula application highlights, such as new lots and zoning on McNeil Street, a new block of seniors-oriented townhouses, and the completion of zoning and site plan approval for lots on Matheson Drive.
The Plan the Bruce project was described by Jack Van Dorp outlining eight subprojects: Agriculture, Homes, Natural Legacy, Good Growth, Heritage, Connecting, Communities, and Business. He provided Council with a brief update of each subproject and advised that the public is encouraged to complete surveys on the County of Bruce website, https://www.planthebruce.ca/ regarding the Homes, Agriculture and Good Growth subprojects. Members of the public can also submit emailed comments to planthebruce@brucecounty.on.ca
Jack Van Dorp accepted questions from Council and noted that there may be different policies in place for northern and southern Bruce County as there are significant differences in landscapes resulting in varying approaches.
He explained that several changes can be made to the Municipality’s Zoning By-law to unlock some possibilities for increased housing supply and a diverse housing mix.
Jack Van Dorp advised that some municipalities have removed minimum dwelling size from their zoning by-laws allowing for greater flexibility. He noted that amendments to the Municipality’s Official Plan to correspond with a section of the County’s Official Plan may take around three months to complete, such as to permit secondary dwelling units.
In terms of plans for 2021, Jack Van Dorp indicated that they plan on implementing online development applications, using technology to connect the County to local building permit information, and working on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for County Planning services.
Vicki Ly presented an overview of economic development and stated that they use a “macro approach” and are looking at redeveloping their Economic Development Plan. She stated that the 1.75 million dollar Support the Bruce: Business Sustainability Fund provided 382 businesses with grants to continue to operate, adapt, pivot and incorporate new requirements into their businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vicki Ly advised that businesses accessed $250,000 of Spruce the Bruce Pandemic Response Grants. She noted that the Business to Bruce services saw record numbers in 2020 in terms of connecting with entrepreneurs. She stated that four students were granted a total of $12,000 to open summer businesses. In addition, Vicki Ly indicated that two job fairs were hosted in the last month and the Local Immigration Partnership and Explore the Bruce programs are thriving.
Mayor McIver thanked Jack Van Dorp and Vicki Ly from Bruce County for their presentations.
2. Tim Matheson
Re: Lion’s Head Shuttle Service
Tim Matheson appeared before Council via Zoom regarding a proposed parking and shuttle service around the Village of Lion’s Head. He stated that Celtic Sports and Arts Centre Inc. would be the parent entity for the new company that would use existing parking facilities in Lion’s Head, such as the Arena and Bruce Peninsula District School (BPDS) parking lots. He said that the public would pay for parking and receive a shuttle service to various points of interest in Lion’s Head.
Tim Matheson stated that the goal is to minimize vehicular and pedestrian traffic and provide visitor education regarding the use of natural areas, where to buy food, where to swim, etc. A final shuttle bus design was presented to Council and he informed that he has hired a manager to manage the new business and the shuttle bus has been purchased and painted.
Tim Matheson noted that the shuttle bus would be free of charge for senior residents of Lion’s Head. He said that Celtic staff are committed to monitoring the parking lot, greeting visitors, accepting payment, and providing visitor information. He said that a fee would be required to use the shuttle bus when visitors are not parked in the designated parking lots. He commented that bus stop signs would be installed around Lion’s Head and bus stop locations are subject to Municipal staff’s input.
As a request to the Municipality, Tim Matheson asked that McCurdy Drive continue to be dedicated as a no parking area with a portion being dedicated for climbers and campers. He requested sole use of the Arena parking lot from May 1, 2021 to the fall. He asked that the agreement be in place for three years, 2021-2023. Tim Matheson said that the business would not operate when events are booked at the Arena. He further expressed that he is open to participating in a Request for Proposals (RFP) process.
Estimated expenses to operate the shuttle bus service were presented by Tim Matheson as $301,279.32.
Councillor Golden questioned how renovations to the Lion’s Head Arena would affect the shuttle bus service.
Tim Matheson confirmed that the shuttle bus can seat 22 passengers.
Tim Matheson proposed that $7.50 be charged per vehicle for parking and use of the shuttle and that his business would rent the Arena parking lot for $4,000 per month totalling $20,000 per season.
Mayor McIver stated that the goal is to control numbers rather than maximize numbers.
Tim Matheson said that he hopes the shuttle bus could turnaround at McCurdy Drive and pre-booked parking is the best idea. He stated that shuttle bus walk-ons could be charged a $2 fee and the business model is based on $40 per vehicle per day.
Mayor McIver thanked Tim Matheson and advised that a staff report from the CAO regarding this topic is also on today’s agenda for consideration.
Consideration of Agenda Items
1. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-14
Re: Tobermory Sewage Treatment System 2020 Annual Performance Report
Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron, indicated that he would contact the operating authority and ask if there is a solution to avoid a technician having to manually row the remote controlled survey vessel to complete a hydrographic survey in the future with respect to Tobermory Biosolids Cell #1.
Resolution #14-03-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-14 titled Tobermory Sewage Treatment System 2020 Annual Performance Report;
AND THAT Council directs Staff to place a notice in the Municipal Ad in The Bruce Peninsula Press indicating that the Annual Report is available for viewing on the Municipal Website.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
2. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-15
Re: 2020 Annual Report for Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System
Resolution #14-04-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-15 titled 2020 Annual Report for Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
3. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-16
Re: 2020/2021 Lion’s Head Drinking Water System Inspection Report
Resolution #14-05-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-16 titled 2020/2021 Lion’s Head Drinking Water System Inspection Report;
AND THAT Council directs staff to advise the system users through the Municipal Ad in The Bruce Peninsula Press that the Inspection Report is available for viewing on the Municipal Website.
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
4. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-17
Re: Tender PW 2021-02 – Surface Treatment
Resolution #14-06-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-17 titled Tender PW 21-02 – Surface Treatment;
AND THAT Council awards the Surface Treatment Tender to Duncor Enterprises Inc. for the amount of $449,572.50, excluding HST.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
5. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-18
Re: Tender PW 2021-03 – Micro Surfacing
Resolution #14-07-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-03 titled Tender PW 2021-03 – Micro Surfacing;
AND THAT Council awards the Micro Surfacing Tender to Duncor Enterprises Inc. for the amount of $334,000.00, excluding HST.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
6. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-19
Re: Land Lease Agreement for Part Lots 17 and 18, Concession 2, West of The Bury Road
Troy Cameron advised that the rent has increased from the previous rent of $1,700 per year. He further commented on the nature of the land.
Resolution #14-08-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded M. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-19 titled Land Lease Agreement for Part Lots 17 and 18, Concession 2, West of The Bury Road (former Eastnor Township;
AND THAT the Mayor and Clerk are authorized to sign the lease agreement on behalf of the Municipality.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
7. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-20
Re: 2010 John Deere 130 Excavator
Councillor Mielhausen expressed some concern with the explanation for the issues with the John Deere 130 excavator. He stated that staff can do better in terms of machinery operation as there has been thousands of dollars spent in 2021 for machinery repairs.
Troy Cameron stated that the Public Works Department is enhancing their fleet management program and they are in the midst of investigating what caused the issues with the excavator resulting in needed repairs.
Resolution #14-09-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-20 titled 2010 John Deere 130 Excavator;
AND THAT Council authorizes the purchase of a brand-new block including new turbo and starter at a cost of $15,500.00, excluding HST, from New Equip.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
8. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 21-21
Re: Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Black Bear Barb Wire Hair Trap Survey
Resolution #14-10-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 21-21 titled Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Black Bear Barbwire Hair Trap Survey;
AND THAT Council supports a request from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry for the use of the following unmaintained road allowances for the purposes of conducting black bear barbwire hair trap surveys:
Shaw Road, Spry Road ‘T’, Lindsay Road 40, McNair Road, Otter Lake Road, East Road and Vickers Road;
AND THAT Council recognizes that the survey will be conducted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Owen Sound Area Office, in conjunction with Parks Canada, between the middle of May and the end of June, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
9. Fire Chief Report No. FC 21-03
Re: Owen Sound Communications Centre Fire Dispatch Services Contract
Resolution #14-11-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council receives Fire Chief’s report titled FC-21-03, as information regarding the Northern Bruce Peninsula Fire & Emergency Services agreement with Owen Sound Police Services to provide Dispatch Services for the years 2021 to 2025; and
That Council endorses the passage of By-law No. 2021-31 to authorize the Owen Sound Police Services Board-Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre (OSECC) contract agreement at its regular meeting on Monday April 26, 2021; and
That the Council instructs the Clerk and Fire Chief to enter into a Fire Dispatch agreement with Owen Sound Police Services Board.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
10. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 21-04
Re: Trailer Agreement
Applicant/Owner (s): John Lockhart Bellamy, Marcelle Leslie Bellamy
Concession 8 EBR Part Lot 22 RP 3R198; Part 22, 23 Fox Trail
Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 30821
Resolution #14-12-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council recommends approval of the Trailer Agreement requested by the property owners John and Marcelle Bellamy, for the property legally described as Concession 8 EBR Part Lot 22 RP 3R198; Part 22; 23 Fox Trail (Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 30821), Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
AND THAT the owners acknowledge that the building being constructed will be substantially completed and ready for occupancy within one (1) year from date of signing of the Trailer Agreement.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
11. Community Services Manager Report No. CS 21-13
Re: Lion’s Head Farmer’s Market Re-Opening
Deputy Mayor Myles stated that she disagrees with the location of the Farmer’s Market being at the Lion’s Head Beach parking lot in front of the pavilion as it creates more chaos and the Lion’s Head Beach is the only Municipally-owned beach.
Resolution #14-13-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives Manager of Community Services report CS 21-13 Lion’s Head Farmer’s Market Re-Opening, and;
THAT Council approve the plan as presented for re-opening the Farmer’s Market at the Lion’s Head Beach Park.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: No
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
12. By-law Enforcement Officer Report No. MLEO 21-04
Re: Being a By-law to Regulate Paid Parking and Control Traffic and More Particularly the Parking, Stopping or Standing of Vehicles and the Use of Municipal Parking Lots Within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
Lengthy discussion ensued with respect to amendments to the Paid Parking By-law.
Deputy Mayor Myles requested that Council have another discussion regarding paid parking. She also asked that free parking spaces be designated for Hydro One employees at the Hydro One work station.
The Bylaw Enforcement Officer advised that posting signage for Tow Away Zones is a possibility, if needed.
Following Council discussion, the following amendments to the Paid Parking By-law were requested by Council:
• Designate four free 15-minute parking spaces in front of the Post Office (two spaces) and Scott’s Home Hardware (two spaces).
• Correct Section 12.1 from “Monday to Saturday” to “Monday to Sunday”.
• Consider implementing year round paid parking for some locations, such as McCurdy Drive.
• Designate six parking spaces for those with resident parking passes only at the end of Grant Watson Drive for access to Mermaids Cove.
• Correct the Parking By-law to reflect paid parking being in effect from May 15 to October 15.
The Bylaw Enforcement Officer was directed to make the requested changes to the Paid Parking By-law and present the amended version at the April 26, 2021 Council meeting.
Resolution #14-14-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives and approves MLEO Report # 21-04 Report as it relates to the By-law to Regulate Paid Parking and the Control of Traffic and More Particularly the Parking, Stopping or Standing of Vehicles and the Use of the Municipal Parking Lots within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula,
AND THAT Council will consider the passage of By-law No. 2021-28 being a By-law to Regulate Paid Parking and Control Traffic and More Particularly the Parking, Stopping or Standing of Vehicles and the Use of Municipal Parking Lots Within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula at its regular Council meeting on May 10, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
13. Deputy Clerk Report No. DC 21-02
Re: Integrated Accessibility Standards Policy
Deputy Clerk, Tessa Swanton, clarified that Customer Service Feedback Form included in the Integrated Accessibility Standards Policy is specific to feedback regarding accessibility and there is a separate Municipal policy regarding all other types of customer service feedback.
Resolution #14-15-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
That Council receives Deputy Clerk Report No. 21-02, Accessibility Policy as information;
And that Council will consider passage of By-law No. 2021-27, Being a By-law to Establish Policies and Procedures for Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulations for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, at its regular meeting on April 26, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
14. Treasurer Report No. TR 21-11
Re: 2020 Investment Reporting
Resolution #14-16-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Treasurer’s report TR21-11 as information regarding Municipal Investments in 2020.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
15. Treasurer Report No. TR 21-12
Re: Physician Recruitment
Resolution #14-17-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Treasurer’s report TR21-12 as information regarding physician recruitment; and
THAT Council approves an incentive payment of $25,000 to Dr. Adam Matheson to be funded by the Physician Recruitment Reserve; and
THAT By-law 2021-35 being a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an agreement between the Municipality and Dr. Adam Matheson, be presented and considered for passage on May 10, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
16. Treasurer Report No. TR 21-13
Re: 2021 Tax Levy By-law
Resolution #14-18-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Treasurer’s report TR21-13 regarding the Tax Levy By-law and a required change in the tax rates for the County levy; and
THAT By-law 2021-33, being a by-law to adopt the estimates of all sums required during the year and set the 2021 tax rates, be presented and considered for passage on May 10, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
17. Clerk Report No. C 21-14
Re: Community Safety Well-Being Plan (CSWBP) – Engagement Survey #2
Councillor Myles requested a breakdown of survey responses submitted by Northern Bruce Peninsula residents as the responses may provide valuable information specific to our area.
Resolution #14-19-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
That Council receives Clerk Report C 21-14 as information as it relates to Community Safety Well-Being Planning – Engagement Survey number two.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
18. Clerk Report No. C 21-15
Re: NEC – Applicant and Owner – Sibel Evciler
Agent – Rakesh Sharma, GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd.
Part Lot 25, Concession 8 EBR – 118 Borchardt Road
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Lindsay), County of Bruce
Roll No.: 4109666000316507
Resolution #14-20-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council directs staff to submit to the Niagara Escarpment Commission, the Municipality’s recommendation of no objection to NEC File No. B/R/2020-2021/539 for land legally described as Part Lot 25, Concession 8, EBR, (Lindsay) owned by Sibel Evciler who is seeking approval to complete the following on a 0.255 ha (0.63 acre) existing lot:
• Demolish a ± 123 m2 (± 1324 ft2) existing dwelling,
• Demolish a ± 43 m2 (± 463 ft2) existing garage,
• Demolish a ± 5 m2 (± 54 ft2) existing accessory building (shed),
• Decommission an existing private sewage disposal system,
• Construct a two storey ± 179 m2 (± 1927 ft2) single dwelling having a maximum
height of ± 6 m (± 20 ft),
• Expand the existing driveway, and
• Construct a new private sewage disposal system and a new drilled well.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
19. Clerk Report No. C 21-16
Re: Request to Purchase Municipally-owned Property Unopened Road
Allowance legally described as Part Lot 45, 44 Concession 1 WBR, as in R88484, R87704, R100400 (St. Edmunds) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula PIN 33106-0331(LT)
Resolution #14-21-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
That Council receives Clerk Report C 21-16 as information as it relates to a request from Steve Janknegt, Jami Janknegt and Susan Edmonstone to purchase the municipally unopened road allowance, legally described as Part Lot 45, 44 Concession 1 WBR, as in R88484, R87704, R100400 (St. Edmunds) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula – PIN 33106-0331(LT);
And That Council deems the said lands as surplus to the Municipality’s needs and instructs the Clerk to proceed in accordance with By-law No. 2021-20, being a by-law to formally adopt policies and procedures for the sale of unopened road allowance within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
20. Clerk Report No. C 21-17
Re: NEC – Applicant and Owner – Leslie McBeth
Part Lot 18, Concession 6 EBR, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Eastnor), County of Bruce
Roll No.: 410962000811600
Resolution #14-22-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council directs staff to submit to the Niagara Escarpment Commission, the Municipality’s comments regarding the Development Permit application submitted by the owner, Leslie McBeth, for the NEC File No. B/R/2020-2021/521 for land legally described as Part Lot 18, Concession 6 EBR, (Eastnor), Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula owned by Leslie McBeth is seeking approval to complete the following on a 0.65 (1.6 acre) existing lot:
To construct a one and a half storey ± 45 m2 (± 480 ft2) detached accessory building (garage with loft) having a maximum height of ± 7 m (± 23 ft)
And That Senior Management reviewed the request for comments and expressed the following:
To date, the dwelling has never been constructed and hence, the detached accessory building should not be constructed prior to the dwelling. (the application does say “a proposed future garage”; however, we want to ensure all parties are aware that the dwelling must be constructed first)
It was noted a valid NEC Conditional Approval Development Permit for the dwelling expired on January 8, 2020.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
21. Clerk Report No. C 21-18
Re: Fees and Charges By-law No. 2021-21 – proposed amendments
Councillor Myles suggested that Council consider increasing some fees in the future, such as for non-resident parking passes.
Resolution #14-23-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
That Council supports holding a Public Meeting on Monday, April 26, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with respect to the proposed amendments and additions to the Municipality’s Fees and Charges By-law;
And further that, should no comments arise with respect to these amendments and additions, Council will consider passage of the enacting By-law No. 2021-34 at its regular meeting on Monday, May 10, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
22. Clerk Report No. C 21-19
Re: Report of the Integrity Commission dated April 7, 2021 In the matter of complaints against Mayor McIver, Councillor Mielhausen And Councillor Myles
Deputy Mayor Myles stated that there are some errors in the Integrity Commissioner’s report dated April 7, 2021 and she is awaiting a response from the Integrity Commissioner regarding the errors.
Councillor Myles thanked the Integrity Commissioner for his investigation.
Resolution #14-24-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives the Report of the Integrity Commissioner dated April 7, 2021 as it relates to the matter of a complaint lodged against Mayor McIver, Councillor Mielhausen and Councillor Myles dated April 7, 2021;
AND THAT Council acknowledges that said Report of the Integrity Commissioner dated April 7, 2021.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: No
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
23. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-08
Re: Municipal Strategic Plan 2021 – 2025
Council discussed the final Strategic Plan and directed the CAO to make amendments. Council asked that the wording within the plan be changed regarding supporting all committee recommendations, finish the sentence on Page 7, fix formatting issues, prioritize the attached Work Plan and remove unrealistic projects, specify that a 20-minute community relates to within our downtown areas under Sustainable Environment, and correct Page 32 as the Municipality has one Police Department.
Council agreed to defer the report as amendments are required.
Resolution #14-25-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT Council receives the report titled, Municipal Strategic Plan 2021 – 2025,
AND THAT Council approves the attached Strategic Plan and MNBP Strategic Workplan.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was deferred.
Deferred
24. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-09
Re: First Quarter Report 2021
Resolution #14-26-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives the report titled First Quarter Report 2021 for information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
25. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-10
Re: Shuttle System Proposal
The CAO, Peggy Van Mierlo-West stated that Council will receive a copy of the draft shuttle bus service agreement after it is reviewed by the Municipal lawyer and proponent. She indicated that a clearer termination clause can be added to the agreement and the agreement is specific to renting the Arena parking lot.
Council discussed the term of the agreement and if a Request for Proposals (RFP) is necessary. The CAO advised that the agreement can be reviewed on an annual basis.
Council agreed on a proposed two year agreement with an opportunity to renegotiate the agreement on an annual basis.
The CAO said that she would prepare a draft agreement including specific wording regarding termination of the agreement, and request a two year term to the proponent. She noted that as a third-party contractor, Tim Matheson would be required to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), specifically the Transportation Standard.
The CAO also stated that she would discuss the number of vehicles permitted in the Arena parking lot with the proponent to include in the agreement. Regular stops on Moore Street was also mentioned as an important aspect of the agreement along with the ability for the Municipality to change bus stop locations.
Resolution #14-27-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives the report titled Shuttle System Proposal for information;
AND THAT Council provides direction for the development of an agreement.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
There was a break in the meeting at 4:10 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 4:14 p.m.
26. Accounts Payable Voucher
Re: March 2021
Council commented on payments regarding a Goose Zamboni and the Integrity Commissioner.
Resolution #14-28-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
That Council receives approved Accounts Payable Voucher, March 2021, in the amount of $1,303,526.69.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
27. Resolution- Niagara Region
Re: Motion respecting Homelessness, Mental Health and Addiction in Niagara
Resolution #14-29-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives the attached recommendation as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
28. Resolution- City of Kitchener
Re: Planning Act Timelines
Resolution #14-30-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council receives the attached recommendation as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
29. Resolution- Township of Hudson
Re: Support for Fire Departments
Resolution #14-31-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council supports Resolution No. 2021-049 from the Township of Hudson with respect to support for Fire Departments.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
30. Resolution- Town of Fort Erie
Re: Town of Lincoln- McNally House Hospice’s Life in Every Moment Campaign
Resolution #14-32-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives the attached recommendation as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
31. Resolution- Town of Kingsville
Re: Bill C-21 An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms)
Resolution #14-33-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
That Council receives the attached recommendation as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
32. Resolution- Town of Cochrane
Re: MeeQuam Youth Residence Closure
Resolution #14-34-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives the attached recommendation as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Other Business
Under Other Business, the CAO confirmed that the short term accommodations (STA) online portal will be available for the public to submit feedback on the topic by April 13, 2021. Feedback can be submitted online at https://letstalknbp.ca/
Councillor Myles advised that information from a recent meeting of the Tobermory and District Chamber of Commerce will be coming to Council soon.
Correspondence
1. Mike Campbell- Climate Action Committee- Meeting Frequency
Resolution #14-35-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council approves amending the Terms of Reference for the Climate Action Committee to allow for monthly meetings until the end of the 2022 Council term.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
2. John and Callie Peevers- Proposed STA By-law- Forward to Will Meneray, Canvas Strategy Consulting Group
3. Fred Kaiser- Building Code Regulations- CBO to provide comments at the April 26, 2021 Council meeting
4. Brian Fuller and Susan Porter- Cape Chin South Public Access- noted and filed
5. AMO- Federal Gas Tax and Updated COVID-19 Regulations- noted and filed
6. Peninsula Family Health Team- Upcoming arrival of a new physician, Adam Matheson, to the Northern Bruce Peninsula medical practice group- noted and filed
7. Ministry of the Solicitor General, Emergency Management- MNBP was compliant with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act in 2020- noted and filed
8. Bruce and Grey Counties Media Release- Bruce and Grey Municipalities Move to Action on Safety and Well-Being- noted and filed
9. Maureen Loney- Tourism on the Bruce- Staff to respond and provide updates
10. Public Health Grey Bruce- Grey Bruce Priority Population Booking System Now Live and Vaccine for 60+- noted and filed
11. Municipal Innovation Council Minutes- January 28, 2021- noted and filed
12. Municipal Innovation Council Minutes- February 12, 2021- noted and filed
13. Alison Knight- Lion’s Head Nature Reserve, Moore Street and McCurdy Drive- noted and filed
Resolution #14-36-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
That Council receives correspondence items #2-13 as information.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Reading of By-Laws
Resolution #14-37-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
1. By-law No. 2021-22
Being A By-law to Regulate the Collection, Removal, Recycling and Disposal of Waste in the Corporation of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
2. By-law No. 2021-36
Being A By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting of The Corporation of The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Held Monday, April 12, 2021
That the listed by-law(s) be given 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading, and enacted.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Mayor McIver advised that Council was moving into Closed meeting pursuant to Section 239 (2) of The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members, e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (former Accounts Receivable Clerk), b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members and d) labour relations and employee negotiations (hiring for GIS, CBO/Building Inspector and Facilities Supervisor), e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (Jordan), and b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members(Greenough Harbour).
Closed Session
Resolution #14-38-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
That Council move into closed meeting at 4:32 pursuant to Section 239 (2) of The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members, e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (former Accounts Receivable Clerk), b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members and d) labour relations and employee negotiations (hiring for GIS, CBO/Building Inspector and Facilities Supervisor), e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (Jordan), and b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members (Greenough Harbour).
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Reconvene from Closed Session to Resume Council Meeting
Resolution #14-39-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council reconvenes from Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. and resumes the Council meeting.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Mayor McIver advised that Council received an update on potential litigations affecting the Municipality (former Accounts Receivable Clerk) (Jordan). Council received information from the CAO regarding the hiring of a Deputy CBO/Inspector, Facilities Supervisor and GIS/IT Coordinator. Council approved a write-off in the amount of $42,707.03 for the 2020 fiscal year with the expense being shared by Public Works and Administration with respect to Greenough Harbour Subdivision outstanding amounts.
Resolution #14-40-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council receives Treasurer’s report TR21-10 regarding outstanding amounts related to the Greenough Harbour Subdivision; and
THAT Council approves a write-off in the amount of $42,707.03 for the 2020 fiscal year with the expense being shared by Public Works and Administration.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
Adjournment
Resolution #14-41-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT the meeting adjourns at 5:04 p.m.
The Clerk proceeded to call and record the votes of Council:
Councillor Golden: Yes
Councillor Mielhausen: Yes
Councillor Myles: Yes
Deputy Mayor Myles: Yes
Mayor McIver: Yes
The Clerk announced that the motion was carried.
Carried
