Members Present: Mayor Milt McIver, Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor James Mielhausen, Councillor Megan Myles
Staff Present: Cathy Addison, Clerk, Tessa Swanton, Deputy Clerk, Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Chief Administrative Officer, Carol Hopkins, Bylaw Enforcement Officer, Teresa Shearer, Treasurer, Jack Burt, Fire Chief, Ryan Deska, Community Services Manager, Wendy Elliott, Chief Building Official
Others Present: Jack Van Dorp and Eric Steele, Bruce County Planning and Development Department (via Zoom)
Note: 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.
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.
Councillor Myles declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Agenda Items #11, 13, and 14 “on STA regulations because I own a hostel/B&B in the Municipality”.
Councillor Mielhausen declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Agenda Items #11, 13, and 14 as “I am a part owner of a STA”.
Deputy Mayor Myles declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Closed Session regarding the former Accounts Receivable Clerk as “she is my daughter”.
Approval of the Agenda
Resolution #24-01-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That the content of the agenda be approved as printed. Carried
Adoption of the Minutes
Re: Council Meeting No. 21-23, July 12, 2021
Resolution #24-02-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by M. Myles
That the minutes of Council Meeting No. 21-23, July 12, 2021 be approved as printed and circulated. Carried
Public Meeting
1. Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-062 (Kerton)
Mayor McIver welcomed Eric Steele, Planner, to the meeting. Eric Steele stated that the purpose of the application is to establish a commercial kitchen, art studio, and florist business. He noted that the Zoning By-law Amendment is to permit a commercial kitchen as a home-based-business which will be located within an accessory building with four total accessory buildings on the property.
Eric Steele indicated that the commercial kitchen will be used to process and preserve food grown on the property. In addition, he stated that the property is designated as Rural under the County Official Plan and the proposed use meets the criteria. Eric Steele informed that the Zoning By-law requires home-based-businesses to be located within the primary dwelling and accessory buildings are limited to three per property. It was noted that the property is large enough to accommodate the forth accessory building.
Eric Steele recommended that Council approve the Zoning By-law Amendment.
Mayor McIver welcomed questions/comments from the public regarding the application.
Brenda Kerton, subject property owner, joined the Zoom Council meeting and clarified that the property size is two acres rather than six acres as outlined within the report.
Resolution #24-03-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
That the Committee approves Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-062 as attached and the necessary by-law be forwarded to Council for adoption. Carried
2. Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-023 (Reimer/Catteau)
Eric Steele presented a Zoning By-law Amendment application to rezone property from Restricted Rural (RU2) to Rural Commercial and Industrial Zone Special Exemption (RCM-28-2021). The Zoning By-law Amendment would permit a contractor’s yard, accessory detached dwelling, and permitted accessory uses.
Eric Steele advised that the property is designated as Rural in the County Official Plan and permits machine repair, lumber mills and yards, and other similar uses. He proceeded to define “contractor’s yard” as a place, building, or structure where contracting equipment and building material are stored and may include an office space as an accessory, excluding retail sales. A 60-metre front yard setback is also included in the Zoning By-law Amendment.
The planner indicated that public comments were received regarding the application specific to concerns with impacts on the environment, noise, dust, and reduction in air quality. Comments were also received from Municipal staff. No objections were recorded from the commenting agencies, Historic Saugeen Metis, Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, and School Board.
Eric Steele recommended approval of the application.
Councillor Myles questioned if any existing structures are on the property. Eric Steele advised that there are some storage containers and a Quonset hut that will be removed and proposed structures are identified on the site plan. Councillor Myles expressed some concerns with the contractor’s yard use being close to residential uses.
Deputy Mayor Myles inquired if large trucks and machinery could be used on the property if the Zoning By-law Amendment is approved and the property is sold to a new owner. Eric Steele confirmed that additional machinery may be permitted as per the permitted uses.
Eric Steele read a written comment from Dieter Marienwald. The comment stated that Dieter Marienwald is strongly opposed to the rezoning of the property and has concerns with environmental impacts, noise, extra traffic, dust, and reduction of air quality.
Councillor Golden asked if the owners are planning to construct a dwelling on the property and commented that agricultural land with similar uses are near the property. Eric Steele confirmed that the owners are proposing to build a home.
Mayor McIver mentioned that it is difficult for contractors to obtain land to locate their businesses.
Councillor Mielhausen noted that the property is secluded.
Resolution #24-04-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
That the Committee approves Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-023 as attached and the necessary by-law be forwarded to Council for adoption. Carried
Delegation – Nil
Consideration of Agenda Items
1. Fire Chief Report No. FC 21-04
Re: Fireworks By-Law Review
Deputy Mayor Myles commended the Fire Chief on his detailed report.
Councillor Myles and Councillor Golden noted that they are in favour of banning the sale and use of family fireworks while maintaining organized firework events for community enjoyment.
Deputy Mayor Myles questioned who is responsible if fireworks are discharged at a short term accommodation rental. The Fire Chief confirmed that the by-law will be amended to reflect property owner and STA renter will be responsible if a contravention occurs with fireworks.
Resolution #24-05-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives FC 21-04 report titled Fireworks By-Law Review, for discussion purposes;
AND THAT Staff are directed to present to Council an updated By-law surrounding the banning of the sale, use and possession of family fireworks. Carried
2. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 21-21
Re: Trailer Agreement
Applicant/Owner (s): Curtis William Hunter, Alicia Marie Hunter, Michael John De Boer, Amy Melissa Rollins, Simon John De Boer, Judith Ann De Boer
Concession 2 WBR Pt Lot 29, 4782 Highway 6, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, County of Bruce
Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 08600
Resolution #24-06-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council recommends approval of the Trailer Agreement requested by the property owners, namely Curtis William Hunter, Alicia Marie Hunter, Michael John De Boer, Amy Melissa Rollins, Simon John De Boer and Judith Ann De Boer for the property legally described Concession 2 WBR Pt Lot 29; 4782 Highway 6 (Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 08600) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
AND THAT the owner acknowledges 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. Carried
3. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 21-22
Re: Trailer Agreement
Applicant/Owner (s): David Carl Jones, Mary Louise Jones, Melissa Leona Jones
Concession 2 WBR Pt Lot 26
49 Miller Lake Road
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
County of Bruce
Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 07700
Resolution #24-07-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council recommends approval of the Trailer Agreement requested by the property owners, namely David Carl Jones, Mary Louise Jones and Melissa Leona Jones for the property legally described Concession 2 WBR Pt Lot 26; 49 Miller Lake Road (Assessment Roll No. 41 09 660 001 07700) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
AND THAT the owner acknowledges 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.
Carried
4. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 21-23
Re: Lift Holding (H) Zone
William Michael Gruben, Corey Melisa Gruben
PLAN 630 PT LOT 15
109 Old Woman’s River Road
Assessment Roll No.4109 620 003 12400
Resolution #24-08-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council supports the removal of the Holding “H” zone requested by William Michael Gruben and Corey Melisa Gruben of the property legally described as Plan 630 Pt Lot 15 and located at 109 Old Woman’s River Road, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula;
AND THAT Council will consider approving the passage of By-law No. 2021-76, being a by-law to lift the Holding “H” zone, at its regular Council meeting on Monday, August 9, 2021.
Carried
5. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 21-24
Re: No Demand for Services Site Plan Control Agreement
Owners: William Michael Gruben and Corey Melisa Gruben
Plan 630 Pt Lot 15; Northern Bruce Peninsula
109 Old Woman’s River Road
Assessment Roll No. 4109-620-003-12400
Property Identifier Number (PIN): 33116-0248 (LT)
Resolution #24-09-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
THAT Council approves the negotiation and registration of a No Demand for Services Site Plan Control Agreement requested by William Michael Gruben and Corey Melisa Gruben, owners of the property legally described as Plan 630 Pt Lot 15; Northern Bruce Peninsula and located at 109 Old Woman’s River Road, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
Carried
6. Treasurer Report No. TR 21-17
Re: 2021 Tax Levy By-law Amendment
Resolution #24-10-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
THAT Council receives Treasurer’s report TR21-17 regarding the education levy for payment in lieu properties; 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 amended to include the tax rates for commercial and industrial payment-in-lieu properties.
Carried
7. Clerk Report No. C 21-41
Re: NEC – Applicant and Owner – Mark Matthews
Part Lot 35, Concession 10 EBR,
1078 Dyers Bay Road
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Lindsay), County of Bruce
Roll No.: 410966000417500
File Number: B/R/2021-2022/44
Wendy Elliott, Chief Building Official, explained that plumbing is not permitted in accessory buildings and accessory buildings (garages) are uninhabitable.
Resolution #24-11-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council directs staff to submit the Municipality’s comment to the Niagara Escarpment Commission, regarding the Development Permit application submitted by the applicant and owner, Mark Matthews, for property known as Part Lot 35, Concession 10 EBR, 1078 Dyers Bay Road, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Lindsay), who is seeking approval to construct a two storey ± 91 m2 (± 984 ft2) addition (for storage) to an existing detached garage having a maximum height of ± 5 m (± 16 ft) on a 0.11 ha (0.2 ac) existing lot of record containing a dwelling and detached garage;
And That Senior Management reviewed the request for comments and expressed the following concern:
• That no construction on road allowance should occur.
Carried
8. Clerk Report No. C 21-42
Re: Bruce County File No. Z-2020-043 (Blue Heron)
Legal Description: Hay Bay Rd, not assigned
Town Plot Bury WBR
Part Lot 4 RP3R8342 Part 1 (former St. Edmunds) Municipality Northern Bruce Peninsula
Roll Number: 410968000407200
Further Information from Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) consultation
Councillor Myles commented on SON’s request for the project to be placed on hold/deferred until archeological and ecological assessments have been completed for the subject lands (both Bruce Anchor and Blue Heron properties).
Peggy Van Mierlo-West, CAO, stated that the Clerk’s reports regarding the applications are for information only; staff consulted with SON as per direction from Council; and Council can decide if they wish to defer the Zoning By-law Amendments pending further information or approve the Zoning By-law Amendments and address SON’s concerns during Site Plan Control.
In response to a question from Deputy Mayor Myles regarding consultation, the CAO confirmed that consultation occurred with SON in 2018 when an environmental impact study (EIS) was completed, with further consultation occurring in July 2021 with SON based on Council’s direction.
Councillor Golden commented on the planning process that Bruce County Planning and Development has followed regarding the Zoning By-law Amendments. In addition, Mayor McIver noted that Council cannot pick and choose where to apply the planning process.
Resolution #24-12-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives the Clerk’s Report C21-42 as information with regards to consultation with Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) regarding the Blue Heron zoning by-law amendment, as it relates to property legally described Hay Bay Rd, not assigned
Town Plot Bury WBR Part Lot 4 RP3R8342 Part 1 (former St. Edmunds) Municipality Northern Bruce Peninsula.
Carried
9. Clerk Report No. C 21-43
Re: Bruce County File No. Z-2020-044 (Bruce Anchor)
Legal Description: 22 Legion Street
WBR PT Farm Lot 5; RP 3R2485 Part 1 PT Part 8 and WBR PT Farm Lot 4; RP 3R6356 Part 1
(former St. Edmunds) Municipality Northern Bruce Peninsula
Roll Number: 410968000411000
410968000411006
Further Information from Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) consultation
Resolution #24-13-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT Council receives the Clerk’s Report C21-43 as information with regards to consultation with Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) regarding the zoning by-law amend for the property legally described 22 Legion Street WBR PT Farm Lot 5; RP 3R2485 Part 1 PT Part 8 Municipality Northern Bruce Peninsula.
Carried
10. Clerk Report No. C 21-44
Re: Consents for B-2021-040 & B-2021-041
Owner/Applicant: Asif Mohammed
Legal Description: Concession 3 EBR Lots 37-38; Pt Lot 36 RE 3R10365
Part 1, 2, 3 – 99 Shouldice Lake Road (former Lindsay)
4109660200228500
File #: B-2021-040 & B-2021-041
Jack Van Dorp, Manager of Land Use Planning, advised that Bruce County’s Land Division Committee will be making the final decision on the consent application.
Cathy Addison, Clerk, noted that the Municipality will confirm that the road has been dedicated to the Municipality prior to the consents being certified.
Resolution #24-14-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council directs staff to submit to the County of Bruce Planning and Economic Development Department, the Municipality’s position of no objection to a severance submitted by the owner, Asif Mohammed, for the property legal described as Concession 3 EBR Lots 37 38; Pt Lot 36 RP 3R10365 Parts 1, 2, 3, 99 Shouldice Lake Road, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula. It is the intention of the application to re-create three original surveyed lots that have merged on title; and
THAT Council approves the imposition of conditions of granting of consent as follows:
1. That the owner enter into an Agreement with the Municipality, if deemed necessary by the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula to satisfy all the requirements, financial or otherwise of the Municipality, which may include, but shall not be limited to, the provision of parkland (or cash-in-lieu of land), roads, installation of services, facilities, drainage and the timing and payment of a development charge.
2. That a Reference Plan (survey that is registered) be completed and a copy filed with the Municipal Clerk and a digital copy and hard copy be filed with the Approval Authority, or an exemption from the Reference Plan be received from the Approval Authority.
3. That the Municipality provide written confirmation to the Approval Authority that the municipal conditions as imposed herein have been fulfilled.
4. That, pursuant to Section 53(42) of the Planning Act, the ‘Certificate of Consent’ be affixed to the deed within one year of the giving of the Notice of Decision. (Note: Section 53(43) of the Planning Act) requires that the transaction approved by this consent must be carried out within two years of the issuance of the certificate (ie. Stamping of the deed).
5. That the applicant pays the applicable County of Bruce consent certification fee at the time of certification of the deeds.
6. That the applicant’s solicitor submit all deeds for certification for files B-2021-040 and B2021-041 to the Approval Authority at the same time, and that the Approval Authority apply certification to all deeds consecutively.
That the Municipality provide written confirmation to the Approval Authority that the applicant has conveyed lands as required, free and clear of encumbrance, to the satisfaction of the Municipality.
Carried
Having declared pecuniary interests, Councillor Mielhausen and Councillor Myles did not participate in the following portion of the meeting.
11. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-25
Re: STA Software
The CAO explained that the Municipality’s need for the software will be monitored. Peggy Van Mierlo-West spoke to the success of the software in terms of data recording and the complaint process.
Resolution #24-15-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT Council receives the report titled STA Software;
AND THAT Council approves entering into an agreement with Harami STR;
AND THAT Council approve the allocation of $32,500 (HST Excluded) from the Modernization Reserve,
AND THAT once the Municipal Accommodation Tax is collected that the amount of $32,500 be reimbursed to the reserve.
Carried
Councillor Mielhausen and Councillor Myles resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
12. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-28
Re: Delivery of Risk Management Services
Resolution #24-16-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
THAT Council receives the report titled Delivery of Risk Management Services;
That Council considers the passage of By-law No. 2021-77 appointing Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, as the Risk Management Official and Risk Management Inspector for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, at the regular Council meeting on Monday, August 9, 2021.
Carried
Having declared pecuniary interests, Councillor Mielhausen and Councillor Myles did not participate in the following portion of the meeting.
13. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-29
Re: Municipal Accommodation Tax Bylaw
Councillor Golden indicated that regulations for bed and breakfast (B&B) and hostel establishments need to be reviewed as they are not currently included in the proposed Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) By-law. The CAO advised that business licensing will address B&Bs.
Peggy Van Mierlo-West, CAO, explained the process of collecting MAT online and submitting to the Municipality.
Resolution #24-17-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT Council receives the report titled Municipal Accommodation Tax Bylaw;
That Council hold a public meeting Monday, August 23, 2021 during the regular Council meeting.
And that Council pass the By-law 2021-83 be adopted on Monday, September 27, 2021.
And that the Municipal Accommodation Tax be implemented January 1, 2022.
Carried
14. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 21-30
Re: Short Term Accommodation Bylaw
Mayor McIver referred to Schedule C of the Short-Term Accommodation (STA) By-law in terms of the number of people who can stay within an STA.
The CAO clarified that staff chose to specify the number of people/guests rather than the number of bedrooms as online rental platforms, like Airbnb, use a search engine based on people not bedrooms. Other amendments noted by Council included removing the column under Determining Class titled “Maximum STA Units Per Property” as only one unit is permitted per property and remove the word “adult” under Determining Class, Maximum Number of Adult (+18) Occupants per unit, as a “person” is any human regardless of age.
Councillor Golden noted that under Penalties there is a fine attached to “renting or advertising property that is not a principal residence”. The CAO noted that this was an error that will be corrected.
Resolution #24-18-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
THAT Council receives the report titled Short Term Accommodation Bylaw;
That Council hold a public meeting August 23, 2021 at the regular Council meeting;
And that Council adopt the bylaw on Monday, September 27, 2021 at the regular Council meeting.
Carried
Councillor Mielhausen and Councillor Myles resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
15. Attainable Housing Task Force Minutes
June 3, 2021
Resolution #24-19-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives Attainable Housing Task Force minutes dated June 3, 2021 and approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
16. Climate Action Committee Minutes
June 8, 2021
Peggy Van Mierlo-West, CAO, advised that a goods and services agreement between the Municipality and Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association will be brought to Council for consideration at the August 9, 2021 Council meeting.
Councillor Golden questioned the point in the minutes with regards to why only two Council members were to be included in a meeting. In addition, Mayor McIver also expressed his concern with this comment.
Resolution #24-20-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives Climate Action Committee minutes dated June 8, 2021 and approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
17. Resolution- City of Vaughan- Raising the Legal Age for a Licensed Driver from 16 to 18
Resolution #24-21-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council receives the attached resolution as information.
Carried
18. Resolution- City of Kitchener- Motion M-84 Anti-Hate Crimes and Incidents and Bill-C 313 Banning Symbols of Hate Act
Resolution #24-22-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That Council receives the attached resolution as information.
Carried
19. Resolution- City of Kitchener- Rising Cost of Building Materials
Resolution #24-23-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council supports a resolution from the City of Kitchener with respect to the rising cost of building materials.
Carried
20. Resolution- City of Woodstock- Current Affordable Housing Crisis
Resolution #24-24-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by D. Myles
That Council supports a resolution from the City of Woodstock with respect to the current affordable housing crisis.
Carried
Other Business
Councillor Myles questioned the status of parking on Big Tub Road. The CAO advised that a report will be brought to Council for consideration in September and the location will form part of the upcoming Council Road Tour agenda.
Correspondence
1. Alicia Jeffery- Objection to Zoning Bylaw Amendment for Parking Lots on Hay Bay Road (Blue Heron and Bruce Anchor) – Information
2. Sheena Currie- No to Hay Bay Parking (Blue Heron and Bruce Anchor) – Information
3. Marian Butler- Objections to Proposed Parking Lots by Blue Heron and Bruce Anchor Co. – Information
4. Glenda Clark- Bruce Anchor and Blue Heron Applications for Zoning Changes to Permit the Creation of Additional Parking Spaces – Information
5. Bruce County Public Library Strategic Plan- Share Below Link on Website and Facebook Page – Information
6. Bob Blackburn- Hay Bay Road Parking Lots (Blue Heron and Bruce Anchor) – Information
7. Judi MacLeod and Jacqui Wakefield- Concerns with Proposed Zoning By-law Amendments Z-2020-43 (Blue Heron) and Z-2020-044 (Bruce Anchor) – Information
8. Norbert Woerns- Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2020-043 (Blue Heron) Proposed Parking Lots for 735 Cars in Tobermory – Information
9. Carol Schultz- Waste Management Collection Concerns – Action or report – The CAO advised that the Public Works Department has corresponded with Carol Shultz and the garbage was collected.
Note: Correspondence provided to Council through the Council agenda package will be classified into one of the following sub-categories:
Information Correspondence;
Correspondence to be received and referred to staff for action or report;
Correspondence for Council direction.
Resolution #24-25-2021, Moved by D. Myles, Seconded by L. Golden
That the correspondence be received as information as printed and circulated.
Carried
Reading of By-Laws
Resolution #24-25-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
By-law No. 2021-33
Being a By-Law to Adopt the Estimates of All Sums Required During the Year and Set the 2021 Tax Rates (As Amended)
By-law No. 2021-71
BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NO. 2002-54, AS AMENDED, BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA AS IT RELATES TO THE REMOVAL OF THE HOLDING (H) ZONE PROVISION – PLAN 571 LOT 98 (ST. EDMUNDS), MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA
By-law No. 2021-72
BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NO. 2002-54, AS AMENDED, BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA AS IT RELATES TO THE REMOVAL OF THE HOLDING (H) ZONE PROVISION – TOWN PLOT BURY PT LOTS 28 &;29 WATER W/S (ST. EDMUNDS), MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA
By-law No. 2021-79
Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting of The Corporation of The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Held Monday, July 26, 2021
Carried
Resolution #24-26-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
By-law No. 2021-73
Being a By-Law to amend the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula By-law No. 2002-54, as amended (Blue Heron Parking Lot)
By-law No. 2021-74
Being a By-Law to amend the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula By-law No. 2002-54, as amended (Bruce Anchor Parking Lot)
Deferred
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: a) the security of the property of the Municipality or local board f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communication necessary for that purpose (Shouldice Lake Road); f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communication necessary for that purpose (Update on Municipal legal matters for 2021); b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members and e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (former Accounts Receivable Clerk).
Closed Session
Resolution #24-27-2021, Moved by J. Mielhausen, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council move into closed meeting at 2:35 p.m. pursuant to Section 239 (2) of The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: a) the security of the property of the Municipality or local board f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communication necessary for that purpose (Shouldice Lake Road); f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communication necessary for that purpose (Update on Municipal legal matters for 2021); b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members and e) Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (former Accounts Receivable Clerk).
Reconvene from Closed Session to Resume Council Meeting
Resolution #24-28-2021, Moved by L. Golden, Seconded by M. Myles
That Council reconvenes from Closed Session at 3:06 p.m. and resumes the Council meeting.
Carried
Mayor McIver advised that Council received an update on potential litigations affecting the Municipality regarding Shouldice Lake Road ownership and outstanding Municipal legal issues for 2021. Further, Council provided direction to staff regarding the former Accounts Receivable Clerk legal matter.
Adjournment
Resolution #24-29-2021, Moved by M. Myles, Seconded by J. Mielhausen
That the meeting adjourns at 3:09 p.m.
Carried
