Members Present: Mayor – Milt McIver, Deputy Mayor – Debbie Myles, Councillor – Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor – James Mielhausen, Councillor – Megan Myles
Members Absent: Deputy Clerk – Tessa Swanton, Bylaw Enforcement Officer – Carol Hopkins, Manager of Community Services – Ryan Deska, Treasurer – Teresa Shearer
Staff Present: Chief Administrative Officer – Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Clerk – Cathy Addison, GIS/IT Coordinator – Kara Smith, Public Works Manager – Troy Cameron, Chief Building Official – Wendy Elliott, Fire Chief – Jack Burt
Others Present: Nil
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.
Call to Order and Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
Mayor McIver called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof that may arise during the meeting.
Councillor Mielhausen declared a conflict of interest on Agenda Item #1 – Chief Building Official BD- 21-33 Zoning By-law Amendment (definition of a commercial tour boat operation) as my daughter works for a tour boat company.
Approval of the Agenda
#38-1-2021
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the content of the agenda be approved as presented.
Carried
Adoption of the Minutes
Re: Special Council Meeting No. 21-36, December 13, 2021 and Council Meeting No. 21-37, December 13, 2021
#38-2-2021
Moved By Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the minutes of Special Council Meeting No. 21-36, December 13, 2021 and Council Meeting No. 21-37, December 13, 2021 be approved as printed and circulated.
Carried
Public Meeting – Nil
Delegation
Municipal Climate Action Committee, Will Meneray and Mike Campbell (Committee Chair)
Re: Update on the Progress of the Climate Action Plan for Northern Bruce Peninsula
Will Meneray and Mike Campbell attended the meeting via Zoom and Mr. Campbell presented the first portion of the PowerPoint presentation.
Mr. Campbell explained the executive summary overview on the Climate Action Committee (CAC) progress on developing the Municipality’s first Climate Action Plan.
Mr. Campbell noted that a consultation process has gathered input from over 800 plus residents to date. In addition, a greenhouse gas emissions inventory has been developed, a preliminary assessment of climate risks based on expected environmental impacts, a draft preliminary plan, and initiatives to mitigate (reduce emissions) and adapt (reduce risk).
It is anticipated that the next few months will be busy in order to complete a final version of the Climate Action Plan for the spring of 2022.
The scope of the plan for Northern Bruce Peninsula will be covered in two types of actions, mitigation, and adaptation. The final plan is expected to have five separate components: cutting consumption, nurturing nature, protection the peninsula, wiping out waste and electrifying everything.
The completed Plan will have roles and responsibilities for both the Municipality and the community.
It is suggested that the Municipality develop a policy to ensure all aspects of municipal decision making is considering the “climate lens”.
Mr. Meneray reviewed the mitigation, adaptation, and public consultation approach for the plan.
Mr. Meneray explained that the next steps involve a proposed series of sessions with Municipal Council to further explore the details of plan and a Special Council meeting was suggested.
It was noted that the CAC is investigating options for how to manage the Climate Action long-term plan after the plan is finalized.
Councillor Golden suggested the Plan should investigate options for the amount of garbage produced by STA’s.
Councillor Myles thanked the Committee for their great work to date.
Mayor McIver noted that he looks forward to the recommendations from the Committee in their final report and thanked the Climate Action Committee members for today’s update.
Consideration of Agenda Items
1. Chief Building Official- BD 21-33
Re: Zoning By-law Amendment
Councillor Mielhausen declared a conflict of interest on this agenda item.
Mayor McIver questioned who the commercial tour boat operation definition and permitted use would impact.
The CAO responded that the change would affect the following operators:
-Tobermory Wave Adventures
-Tobermory Cruise Line
-Bruce Anchor Cruises
-Blue Heron Cruises
-The Chi-Cheemaun – Owen Sound Transportation Company
Mayor McIver suggested that the process for this Zoning By-law Amendment be explained to Council.
The Clerk explained the process and noted the following:
-the report is accepted by Council,
-public notice is given at least 20 days in advance of the public meeting at a Regular Council meeting,
-the draft by-law will be form part of the public meeting material,
-and if approved, the by-law will passed at the next regular Council meeting.
#38-3-2021
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
THAT Council receives Building Department Report BD 21-33 titled Zoning By-law Amendment,
THAT Council approves the wording for the added definition of a commercial tour boat operation and add commercial tour boat operation as a permitted use in the C1 zone to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law.
Carried
2. Clerk- C 21-65
Re: Lease Agreement with Small Craft Harbours for facilities at Tobermory (Little Tub Harbour), Lion’s Head and Dyer’s Bay
#38-4-2021
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council supports By-law No. 2021-119, being a by-law to authorize a Lease Agreement with Her Majesty the Queen, in right of Canada, represented by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, as it relates to the leasing of Lion’s Head Harbour, Little Tub Harbour (Tobermory) and Dyer’s Bay Wharf and Launching Ramp; and
That the Mayor and Clerk are authorized to sign said Lease Agreement upon passage of By-law No. 2021-119, on Monday, December 20, 2021.
Carried
3. Chief Administrative Officer- CAO 21-52
Re: 2022 Cost of Living
The CAO had provided various options in the report pertaining to Tobermory water; however, it was recommended to install a cistern as a temporary solution for water at the St. Edmunds Community Centre for the 2022 tourist season.
A lengthy discussion ensued, and Council recommended that the Public Works Manager prepare cost estimates using previous flow meter calculations for the size of the cistern required. This report will be presented during budget deliberations.
#38-5-2021
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That, Council receives the report titled 2022 Cost of Living, And;
That, Council approves the proposed cost of living as within this report.
Carried
4. Chief Administrative Officer- CAO 21-53
Re: Tobermory Water- Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Green Stream Update
#38-6-2021
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
THAT, Council receives the report titled, Tobermory Water- Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Green Stream Update for information.
Carried
5. Chief Administrative Officer- CAO 21-54
Re: Cabot Head Road Ownership
The CAO explained the status of the road and a report will be presented at a future Council meeting indicating next steps.
#38-7-2021
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
THAT, Council receives the report titled, Cabot Head Road ownership for information.
Carried
6. Climate Action Committee Minutes- November 9, 2021
#38-8-2021
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Council receives Climate Action Committee minutes dated November 9, 2021 as information;
And that Council approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
Other Business – Nil
Correspondence
Ruth Bainbridge- St. Edmunds Peninsula Museum Report to Council December 2021- Information
Gord Buttinger- Acknowledgement of the Building Department- Information
St. Edmunds Property Owners Inc.- Short Term Accommodations By-law- Information
#38-9-2021
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
Recommendation:
That the correspondence be received as information as printed and circulated.
Carried
Reading of By-laws
By-law No. 2021-106
Being a By-Law to Appoint a Municipal Emergency Control Group for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Emergency Management Program
By-law No. 2021-107
Being a By-law to Authorize an Emergency Plan which includes an Evacuation Plan, Pandemic Influenza Plan, Warming/Cooling Centre Guidelines, Guidelines for a Municipal Forest Fire Emergency Plan Animal Care Emergency Response Plan and Flooding and/or High-Water Planning Guide for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
By-law No. 2021-109
A By-law to Establish a Policy for the Allocation of By-law Department Revenue and Expenses
By-law No. 2021-114
Being a By-law to Authorize a Roads and Sidewalks Needs Study
By-law No. 2021-115
Being a By-law to Adopt an Information Technology Acceptance Use Policy for the Corporation of the Northern Bruce Peninsula
By-law No. 2021-116
Being a By-law to Adopt a Volunteer Policy for the Corporation of the Northern Bruce Peninsula
By-law No. 2021-119
Being a By-law to Authorize a Lease Agreement with Her Majesty the Queen, in Right of Canada, Represented by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans
By-law No. 2021-120
Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting of The Corporation of The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Held Monday, December 20, 2021
#38-10-2021
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That the listed by-law(s) be given 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading, and enacted.
Carried
Closed Session – Nil
Reconvene from Closed Session to Resume Council Meeting – Nil
Adjournment
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#38-11-2021
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the meeting adjourns at 1:53 p.m.
Carried
