Members Present: Mayor – Milt McIver, Deputy Mayor – Debbie Myles, Councillor – Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor – James Mielhausen, Councillor – Megan Myles
Members Absent: – Nil
Staff Present: Chief Administrative Officer – Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Clerk – Cathy Addison, Deputy Clerk – Tessa Swanton, Bylaw Enforcement Officer – Carol Hopkins, GIS/IT Coordinator – Kara Smith, Manager of Community Services – Ryan Deska, Public Works Manager – Troy Cameron, Chief Building Official – Wendy Elliott
Others Present: Genevieve Scott, Cuesta Planning Consultants Inc., Noreen Steinacher, Tobermory Meeting Place, Kent Wilkens, Tobermory Chamber of Commerce, Will Meneray, Friends of Cabot Head, Elizabeth Thorn, Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association
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 1:01 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof that may arise during the meeting.
Councillor Mielhausen declared pecuniary interest “on the Public Meeting regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Amendment as my daughter works for a tour boat company” and “on Delegation #3 from William Pol Re: Comments and PowerPoint presentation on the Housekeeping Amendments to the “commercial tour boat operations” to the C1 zone, as my daughter works for a tour boat company”.
Approval of the Agenda
#05-01-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That the content of the agenda be approved as presented.
Carried
Adoption of the Minutes
Re: Special Council Meeting No. 22-02, January 24, 2022 and Council Meeting No. 22-03, January 24, 2022
#05-02-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the minutes of Special Council Meeting No. 22-02, January 24, 2022 and Council Meeting No. 22-03, January 24, 2022 be approved as printed and circulated.
Carried
Public Meeting
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Housekeeping Amendment
Public Meeting- February 14, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
Genevieve Scott, Cuesta Planning
Having declared a pecuniary interest, Councillor Mielhausen did not participate in this portion of the meeting.
Mayor McIver introduced the Public Meeting under the Planning Act and noted if anyone from the public is interested in this application or wishes to receive a notice of the decision, they must make a written request and you can do that by sending an email to genevieve@cuestaplanning.com He explained that members of the public should note that the ability to appeal the decision on this amendment may be limited if they have not provided comment on the amendment prior to the decision.
Genevieve Scott presented the Proposed Housekeeping Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2002-54.
She indicated that the purpose of the amendment is to include a definition for “Commercial Tour Boat Operation” and include a “Commercial Tour Boat Operation” as a permitted use in the C1 zone. Genevieve Scott stated that the Municipality has seen a recent significant increase in tourist visitation and the increase in the volume of visitors has increased demand for tour boat operations. She noted that the tour boat operations are based primarily out of the Tobermory area. She stated that the new and expanding tour boat operations have established themselves in the downtown Tobermory commercially zoned areas. She explained that during a municipal review of these new operations, it was observed that although the C1 zone permits marina and transportation depot uses which could be considered uses “parent to” and/or similar to a tour boat operation use, By-law 2002-54 does not specify a separate definition for a tour boat operation use.
Genevieve Scott advised that there are some minor tweaks to the wording of the amendment including the words “means” and “purpose” to the Commercial Tour Boat Operation definition.
She also noted that the new and expanding operations will be required to add adequate parking on or off site, recognizing the fact that most operations provide parking off site and shuttle services.
Genevieve Scott spoke to land use considerations relating to provincial interests. She stated that the use of shuttle buses versus individual vehicles should assist in minimizing air quality and traffic impacts. Further, she said that including a tour-boat operation use in a C1 zone is appropriate and in keeping with the upper and lower tier planning documents.
Speaking to the Provincial Policy Statement, Rural Areas, she stated that tourism is a key component of the local economy and the tour boat operation use certainly leverages rural amenities and the historical and natural assets of the Municipality. Regarding Natural Heritage Resources, Genevieve Scott indicated that the tour boat operation use is a seasonal one which requires little in the way of water and sanitary infrastructure and therefore impacts in this regard are expected to be negligible.
Traffic was discussed by Genevieve Scott who stated that the Municipality has decreased the speed along a section of Big Tub Road from 50 km to 40 km and restricted parking along the south section of Big Tub Road to mitigate a concern relating to existing and potential traffic on Big Tub Road. She suggested additional signage or a cycling/walking path may be beneficial in this area.
Genevieve Scott summarized key trends within public comments regarding the proposed amendment, such as noise and safety concerns and the expansion of the tour boat industry outside of Little Tub Harbour. Other trends in comments reflected that tourism is vital to the local economy and tour boat operations should be permitted in the C1 zone.
Mayor McIver opened the public meeting to comments from the public at this time. Members of the public provided comments via Zoom.
Bob Blackburn:
Requested clarification on sections within Genevieve Scott’s Preliminary Planning Report, specifically relating to the significant number of C1 zoned properties surrounding Little Tub Harbour.
He questioned if properties could undergo site specific zoning by-law amendments to address the permitted use of tour boat operations on specific properties only rather than amending permitted uses in the C1 zone for all C1 zoned properties. Genevieve Scott confirmed that site specific zoning is possible.
He referenced a section of the Zoning By-law 2002-54 relating to prohibited uses and requested that Genevieve Scott review that section.
He noted that the Big Tub Harbour Citizens Committee is not opposed to the tour boat industry; however, the opposition is related to specific properties only. He mentioned that this amendment is likely to be appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal.
Rob Rouse:
Spoke to the proposed amendment and noted that tour boat operations is an existing land use within the C1 zone. He strongly disagreed that all tour boat operations should operate within the Little Tub Harbour area only. He noted that some letters of opposition specifically relate to Bruce Anchor properties and the number shuttle bus trips is heavily exaggerated.
Karen Phillips:
Noted that there are insufficient washrooms to service tourists and exploitation to the environment is taking place. She said that year round tourism should be promoted and she is opposed to the amendment.
Kent Wilkens:
He spoke to other municipal by-laws from other areas and mentioned that other municipalities do not have tour boat operations permitted in commercial zones as it is considered that tour boat operations would be included within the permitted use of “marina” and “transportation depot”.
Helen McFarlane:
Emphasized the benefit of tour boat operations to the community and noted that Bruce Anchor is equally contributing to the economy and is not a detriment to the community as a whole. She noted that she had a family cottage on Big Tub Road and indicated that the increased traffic is related to vehicular traffic to Big Tub Lighthouse, not tour boat shuttle buses.
Genevieve Scott read aloud three other pieces of correspondence that were received after the agenda deadline:
Ed and Maureen Vanarnhem:
In favour of the by-law amendment to include commercial tour boat operations in the C1 zone.
Ashley Salen, Blue Heron Cruises:
Interested in receiving notice of the outcome of the by-law amendment.
Randall Ciotti, Shipwreck Lee’s:
Expressed that the tour boat business is essential to Tobermory, tourists, employment, and the economy.
William Pol:
Retained by the Big Tub Harbour Citizens Committee and noted that there may be a negative impact to the natural environment and residences if the by-law amendment is approved. He expressed that he is unsatisfied from a land use planning perspective and requested that the Big Tub Harbour Citizens Committee work with the planner to come to an agreement.
Councillor Golden commented on William Pol’s PowerPoint presentation that formed part of his Delegation that was placed on today’s agenda and noted that there are areas other than Little Tub Harbour that should be able to permit tour boat operations as Little Tub Harbour is becoming congested.
Councillor Myles stated that this is a general amendment, not specific to Big Tub and makes sense to allow commercial tour boats in a commercial zone. She suggested that other commercial businesses should be permitted to provide parking off site.
Having received no further public comments, Mayor McIver closed the public meeting.
Deputy Mayor Myles stated that Council needs to consider a balance and determine if the Municipality is in a position to accept more tourists with the current infrastructure in place.
The Chief Building Official confirmed that there are numerous other C1 zones properties throughout the Municipality.
Deputy Mayor Myles requested a recorded vote.
#05-03-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
Yes: Mayor Milt McIver, Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, and Councillor Megan Myles.
No: Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles.
That Council receives the Preliminary Planning Report prepared by Cuesta Planning and appended materials and information to be considered as part of Council’s decision on the subject Housekeeping Zoning By-law Amendment;
And that the By-law be brought forward to Council for first, second, and final reading at the February 28, 2022 Council meeting.
Carried
Delegation
The Meeting Place Tobermory, Noreen Steinacher
Re: Request for a onetime allocation of $10,000 to be used in conjunction with other funds for the construction of a covered pavilion at the Tobermory Community Park.
Councillor James Mielhausen resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
Noreen Steinacher appeared before Council via Zoom and requested $10,000 from the Municipality to help build a covered pavillion at the Tobermory Community Park.
Noreen Steinacher provided some background information on the Tobermory Community Park and the pavilion project. She indicated that the project has been planned for years and the park is a multi-purpose recreation space that operates with assistance from volunteers. She informed that the park opened in 2018 and is home to a skate park, dog park, community gardens, outdoor fitness pad, pathways, benches, picnic tables, landscaping, and open spaces.
She advised that the pavilion will be used for gardening programs, events, serve as a stage for music performances, location for family picnics, and shelter for bad weather days.
Noreen Steinacher noted that $7,000 in donations have been collected and the pavilion could be completed in 2022. The pavilion is planned to be about 24 by 18 feet in size.
Mayor McIver thanked Noreen Steinacher for her presentation and directed staff to prepare a report to Council outlining the impact of this funding request to the 2022 Budget.
The Tobermory Chamber of Commerce, Kent Wilkens
Re: Request for approval of the Minch Deck Proposal and approval for funding or engineering and plans
Kent Wilkens presented preliminary designs for the Minch Deck Proposal to Council via Zoom. He explained the design and noted that the upper and lower sections are wheelchair accessible. He mentioned that funds are required for engineering and design costs. He noted that armour stone is expensive but durable and can be used in the project.
Brent Robins provided some history of the area and expressed his appreciation for Council’s consideration of the project. He said that the Infrastructure Committee of the Tobermory Chamber of Commerce along with community members will assist with the project.
Kent Wilkens confirmed that the Lighthouse Kiosk Project is a separate project and the engineering budget for the Minch Deck Proposal is estimated at approximately $15,000. He asked that Council fund the Minch Deck Project through paid parking revenues as the revenues were generated to fund tourism infrastructure in Tobermory.
The CAO indicated that the Treasurer will prepare a report to Council identifying the impact of today’s funding requests to the 2022 Budget.
William Pol
Re: Comments and PowerPoint presentation on the Housekeeping Amendments to the “commercial tour boat operations” to the C1 zone
William Pol requested that his Delegation be cancelled after speaking during the Public Meeting.
Mike Campbell, Elizabeth Thorn, Beth Anne Currie and Will Meneray
Re: A decision on the Cabot Head Road proposal made at the January 24, 2022 Council Meeting (Delegation)
Will Meneray appeared before Council via Zoom to discuss the Cabot Head Road proposal. He stated that the group is disappointed with the legal opinion and is forced to forfeit the large grant and donations for the project to convert Cabot Head Road to a bicycle path. He asked that Council defer passage of the by-law to temporarily close Cabot Head Road until March 14, 2022.
Councillor Golden explained that she does not agree with the closure of Cabot Head Road to vehicular traffic as the experience is spectacular and should be shared by everyone, not just cyclists. She proposed that the Municipality repairs the wheel track road while allowing cyclists only in the peak season (end of June until Labour Day) with the road open to vehicles in the off season. She noted that this compromise would allow Friends of Cabot Head to control the light station and charge fees and funding could be obtained from other levels of government to assist with the project.
Will Meneray noted that they are willing to explore other options; however, time has ended for to accept the grant money.
Will Meneray was directed to communicate with staff regarding this project. He stated that he will speak with the Trillium Foundation and determine if the project scope can be adjusted.
Mayor McIver indicated that financial details and information relating to responsibility were never provided to Council from the group. It was further noted that until the group clarifies the project scope and parameters, a letter of support cannot be provided.
CAO, Peggy Van Mierlo-West, clarified that the by-law is to temporarily close the road and can be rescinded at any time. She explained that the by-law it a good measure to ensure safety. She requested that the municipal solicitor review the Trillium Grant submitted by the group.
It was noted that legal ramifications of each project proposal will be provided to Council.
Need to review legal ramifications of each concept then provide that to council
Mayor McIver thanked Will Meneray and Elizabeth Thorn for their presentation to Council.
There was a break in the meeting at 3:17 p.m.
Consideration of Agenda Items
1. Planning Report- Bruce County, Daniel Kingsbury
Re: Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-078 Keller
The meeting reconvened at 3:22 p.m.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the road height, road standard, and Site Plan Control requirements.
#05-04-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That Council approves Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-078 as attached that that the necessary by-law be forwarded to Council for adoption.
Carried
2. GIS/IT Coordinator Report No. GIS/IT 22-01
Re: Transfer Payment Agreement – Digital Records Management Modernization
#05-05-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
THAT Council receives report GIS/IT 22-01 regarding the funding agreement under the Municipal Modernization Program under the implementation stream for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Digital Records Management Modernization; and
THAT the Municipal share of the project costs be funded through the Northern Bruce Peninsula Capital Reserves;
AND THAT By-law 2022-16, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement under the Municipal Modernization Program Intake 3 – Implementation Stream – Digital Records Management Modernization, be presented and considered for passage on February 28, 2022.
Carried
3. Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Report No. MLEO 22-01
Re: Parking Report 2022
The CAO advised that the Public Meeting regarding parking is scheduled for March 14, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and a Council Parking Workshop can be scheduled for February 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. as there is no need for an additional Special Council meeting to discuss the 2022 Budget.
Council noted that the recommendation should be amended to state “free” for the other parking areas that are free, two hour free parking is preferred over three hour, and the premium parking rate should only be applied to the premium locations, such as the Lion’s Head Beach.
Council and staff discussed the Big Tub Road parking recommendation. It was noted that capacity limits for the area are ideally 45-50 people; however, 81 people can be accommodated.
Council will further discuss this report at the February 28, 2022 Special Council Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
#05-06-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council receives MLEO Report No. 22-01, and;
That Council approves the recommendations as presented and that the changes be included in the Traffic By-law 2022-02 for Council’s consideration of passage on March 28, 2022; and
That free three (3) hour parking be permitted on Main Street west side from Hayes Drive to Ida Street; and
That three (3) hour parking be permitted on Main Street east side from Moore Street to Ida Street; and
That three (3) hour parking be permitted on Webster north side from Alexander to Main Street; and
That three (3) hour parking be permitted on Webster Street both sides from Main Street easterly to Helen Street; and
That three (3) hour parking be permitted on Helen Street west side from Webster to Scott Street; and
That all day and oversize vehicle parking be permitted at the Lions Head Arena at 4 Tackabury Street; and
That all-day parking be permitted at 61 Main Street (Rotary Hall parking lot), John Street, Moore Street and Mill Street as outlined on the map; and
That resident-only parking be permitted on Mill Street north side from 4 Mill Street easterly to Helen Street; and
That resident-only parking be permitted on Alexander Street west side from John Street to 2 Alexander Street; and
That resident-only parking be permitted on Sylvia Street both sides from Helen Street to the end of Sylvia Street; and
That resident and boater parking be permitted on McNeil Street south side in the seven (7) parking spaces between 1 and 3 McNeil Street; and
That machine 12600006 (formally McCurdy) be placed at the parking lot at the Lion’s Head Arena at a rate of $5 per hour to a max of $30; and
That machine 12590010 (formally Webster St) be placed in the parking lot at 61 Main Street and reprogrammed to $5 per hour to a max of $30 per day; and
That machine 12590011 (John Street) be reprogrammed to $5 per hour to a max of $30 per day; and
That machine 12590009 (Scott Street) be reprogrammed to $5 per hour to a max of $30 per day; and
That machine 12590012 (Philip Forbes) be reprogrammed to $5 per hour to a max of $30 per day; and
That the south side of Big Tub Rd from 248 Big Tub Rd to the current parking area be posted No Parking; and
That the paid parking on the south side of Big Tub Road from the entrance of 248 Big Tub Rd westerly to 236 Big Tub Road; and
That machine 1260003 (Big Tub Road) be reprogrammed to $5 per hour to a max of 3 hours; and
That the turnaround be widened by 5 meters on the north side to create a reasonable turnaround for all vehicles; and
That on the south side extend the current parking lot 30 meters to 40 meters west at the same depth as the current parking area; and
That a bylaw attendant remain at the site during peak hours to help manage traffic.
Deferred
4. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-01
Re: Cabot Head Road Temporary Road Closure By-law and Project Review
The CAO emphasized that an agreement is needed between the Cabot Head group and the Municipality.
#05-07-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That, Council receives the report titled, Cabot Head Road Temporary Road Closure By-law and Project Review;
And, that Council supports the passage of By-law No. 2022-06 at its February 28, 2022, Council meeting;
And that, Council respectfully decline the request of the Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory, Friends of Cabot Head Lighthouse and Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association to sign the work permit application for the structural repair of Cabot Head Road.
Carried
5. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-02
Re: 2021/2022 Lion’s Head Drinking Water System Inspection Report
#05-08-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-02 titled 2021/2022 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.
Carried
6. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-03
Re: OCWA Proposal – Project Management of Water and Wastewater Master Servicing Plan for Tobermory and Lion’s Head
Council and the Public Works Manager discussed having Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) provide project management services for the Water and Wastewater Master Servicing Plan. The CAO indicated that the plan will identify long term replacement and installation plans for the Municipality. Further, Peggy Van Mierlo-West stated that the consultants will review the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to determine growth opportunities and designing pipes to accommodate future growth. She said that the project could be divided into two smaller projects, with Lion’s Head and Tobermory each being a focus during separate years.
#05-09-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
THAT Council receives the Public Works Department Report PW 22-03 titled OCWA Proposal – Project Management of Water and Wastewater Master Servicing Plan for Tobermory and Lion’s Head, as information;
AND THAT Council authorize OCWA to provide the Project Management of Water and Wastewater Master Servicing Plan in the amount of $45,000.00.
Carried
7. Clerk Report No. C 22-03
Re: Municipal Office Closure – 2022 Christmas Holidays
#05-10-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
THAT Council supports the closure of the Municipal Office during the 2022 Christmas Holidays as follows:
-Friday, December 23, 2022 Close at 12 Noon
-Monday, December 26, 2022 Closed – Boxing Day
-Tuesday, December 27, 2022 Closed (in lieu of Christmas Day falling on a Sunday)
-Wednesday, December 28, 2022 Closed
-Thursday, December 29, 2022 Closed
-Friday, December 30, 2022 Closed
-Monday, January 2, 2023 Closed (in lieu of New Year’s Day falling on a Sunday)
AND THAT Council supports the return to regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Municipal Office on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Carried
8. Clerk Report No. C 22-04
Re: 2022 Municipal Election Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Election Procedure Manual
#05-11-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council receives the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Election Procedure Manual for the 2022 Municipal Election, as information.
Carried
9. Clerk Report No. C 22-05
Re: Appointment of Members for the Compliance Audit Committee
#05-12-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council receives the Appointment of Members for the Compliance Audit Committee report, as information;
And That John Bainbridge, Robert Beccarea and Robert Davis be appointed as members of the Compliance Audit Committee by way of By-law No. 2022-14;
And That Council considers of passage of By-law 2022-14 at the regular Council meeting on Monday, February 28, 2022.
Carried
10. Clerk Report No. C 22-06
Re: APPLICANT/OWNER: Jon and Myrna Dobbyn
LOCATION: Part Lot 11, Lot 12, Concession 8 EBR
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Eastnor), County of Bruce
Roll # 410962000903000
FILE NUMBER: B/R/2021-2022/722
#05-13-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Council directs staff to submit the Municipality’s comments to the Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC), regarding the Development Permit application submitted by the applicant owner, Jon and Myrna Dobbyn for the property known as Part Lot 11, Lot 12 Concession 8 EBR, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Eastnor), County of Bruce, who is seeking approval to perform the following work on an existing 60.7 ha (150 acres) lot:
• To construct a one storey ± 247.2 m2 (± 2661 ft2) single dwelling including attached
garage and porches, having a maximum height of ± 6.1 m (± 20 ft)
• Construct a one storey ± 18.6 m2 (± 200 ft2) accessory structure (shed) with a
maximum height of ±4.3 m (± 14 ft). (Future Proposal);
• Upgrade existing lane to residential standard by adding gravel and construct a parking
Area;
• Install buried hydro/on grade (shallow trench with cement cap) along driveway.
And That Senior Management reviewed the request for comments and noted the following:
-the applicants will ensure “no development is to occur within the forest environment” as stated in the Assessment of Environment report dated January 2022; and
-the applicants should maintain the driveway at a minimum width of 3 metres for safety and emergency vehicle access; and
-under the provisions in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard, 1147 Standard for Fire Protection Infrastructure for Land Development in Wildland, Rural, and Suburban Areas; Every dead-end roadway more than 300 ft (91 m) in length shall be provided at the closed end with a turnaround having no less than a 120 ft (36.6 m) outside diameter of the traveled way.
Carried
11. Clerk Report No. C 22-07
Re: FILE NUMBER: B/R/2021-2022/688
APPLICANT/OWNER: Thomas Boyle & Nicol Duke
LOCATION: Part Lot 14, Concession 7 EBR
2395 Bruce Road 9 – Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Eastnor)
Roll #: 410962000814600
RELATED FILES: B/R/2019-2020/9173; B/R/2021-2022/307; B/R/2021-2022/564
#05-14-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council directs staff to submit the Municipality’s comments to the Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC), regarding the Development Permit application submitted by the applicant owner, Thomas Boyle & Nicol Duke for the property known as Part Lot 14, Concession 7 EBR – 2395 Bruce Road 9, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (Eastnor), who is seeking approval to perform the following work on an existing 31.7 ha (78.35 acre) lot:
To construct a new 1-storey ± 146.5 m2 (± 1575 ft2) dwelling with a maximum height of ± 5m (± 16 ft) and convert the existing 1-storey ± 42 m2 (± 450 ft2) dwelling to an accessory use (storage building).
And That Senior Management reviewed the request for comments and noted the following:
· A Change of Use permit will be required from the Municipal Building Department to convert the existing one storey dwelling to an accessory use; and
· The existing sewage system must be decommissioned;
· If the owners wish to live in the existing one-storey dwelling during construction of the new one storey dwelling, then the owners must enter into a formal agreement with the Municipality to permit a second dwelling on an existing lot temporarily; and
· Stipulations with regards to the building site and/or structures referenced in Heritage Foundation-Natural Heritage Easement Agreement, must be followed.
Carried
12. Attainable Housing Task Force Minutes
January 6, 2022
A survey is live on Let’s Talk NBP (Bang the Table) for the Housing Strategy. It was suggested that this survey be added to the municipal Facebook page.
#05-15-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council receives Attainable Housing Task Force minutes dated January 6, 2022 as information and approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
13. Climate Action Committee Minutes
January 11, 2022
Councillor Myles confirmed that the Climate Action Committee is nearing completion of the Climate Action Plan and consultation is currently underway on Bang the Table (Let’s Talk NBP).
#05-16-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council receives Climate Action Committee minutes dated January 11, 2022 as information and approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
14. Resolution- Town of Aurora
RE: OLT Motion
#05-17-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council receives the attached resolution as information.
Carried
Other Business – Nil
Correspondence
1. Correspondence- Laurie Cochrane- Concerns Regarding Cabot Head Trail Proposal- Information
2. Correspondence- Ned and Mary Crawford- Support of the Closure of Cabot Head Road- Information
3. Correspondence- Dunrie Greiling and Others- Support of the Closure of Cabot Head Road- Information
4. Correspondence- Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative- Memberships Dues and Plans for 2022- Council direction
#05-18-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council supports a membership and plans for 2022 as presented by the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative.
Carried
5. Correspondence- Municipal Innovation Council Minutes- November 25, 2021- Information
6. Correspondence- Grey Sauble Conservation Authority- AGM and Board Highlights- January 26, 2022- Information
7. Correspondence- Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Minutes- December 22, 2021- Information
8. Correspondence- AMCTO Municipal Administration Program Certificate- Tessa Swanton- Information
9. Correspondence- Municipal Innovation Council and Nuclear Innovation Institute- Mapping Our Future Project- Information
10. Correspondence- Bruce County Media Release- Public Survey Help Plan Bruce County’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network- Information
11. Correspondence- Isla Carmichael- Friends of the Lion’s Head Library Annual Report and Financials 2021- Information
Council thanked the volunteers for their contributions to the library.
12. Correspondence- Kyle Lougheed- Lion’s Head Lighthouse Fundraiser- Council direction
#05-19-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council supports a proposal from Kyle Lougheed for a Lion’s Head Lighthouse Fundraiser event in 2022.
Carried
13. Correspondence- Kelly Thompson- Bruce Peninsula and District Veterinary Area Program- Council direction
Council recommended appointing Councillor Mielhausen to the program and requested that the Clerk reach out to a young farmer in the area to join the program. A report will be presented to Council to approve the appointments at the February 28, 2022 Council meeting.
14. Correspondence- Taylor Baxter- Proposition Regarding Ferndale Ball Diamond Ice Rink- Council direction
The CAO recommended that the proposal be placed on hold until completion of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
#05-20-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That correspondence items #1-3, 5-11, and 13-14 be received as information as printed and circulated.
Carried
Reading of By-laws
By-law No. 2022-08
Being a By-Law to Adopt the Election Accessibility Plan for the 2022 Municipal Elections for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
By-law No. 2022-09
Being a By-Law to Adopt a Council Policy for the Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Year for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
By-law No. 2022-10
Being a By-law to Authorize an Agreement with Brent Huehn for Cleaning and Maintenance Services
By-law No. 2022-18
Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting of The Corporation of The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Held Monday, February 14, 2022
#05-21-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the listed by-law(s) be given 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading, and enacted.
Carried
Closed Session
#05-22-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council move into closed meeting at 4:16 p.m. pursuant to Section 239 (2) of The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: f) advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege including communications necessary for that purpose (Lion’s Head Harbour Insurance Claim) and b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board members (Staff Performance Reviews).
Carried
Reconvene from Closed Session to Resume Council Meeting
#05-23-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council reconvenes from Closed Session at 4:35 p.m. and resumes the Council meeting.
Carried
Mayor McIver advised that Council received an update from the Municipal solicitor regarding the Lion’s Head Harbour Insurance Claim for damage from September 2021 windstorm and the CAO provided an overview of 2021 staff performance reviews.
Adjournment
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#05-24-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That the meeting adjourns at 4:38 p.m.
Carried
