Members Present: Mayor – Milt McIver, Deputy Mayor – Debbie Myles, Councillor – Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor – James Mielhausen, Councillor – Megan Myles
Members Absent: Chief Administrative Officer – Peggy Van Mierlo-West, Treasurer – Teresa Shearer
Staff Present: Clerk – Cathy Addison, Deputy Clerk – Tessa Swanton, Committee/Licensing Coordinator – Lindsay Forbes, Public Works Manager – Troy Cameron, GIS/IT Coordinator – Kara Smith, Chief Building Official – Wendy Elliott, Manager of Community Services – Ryan Deska, Bylaw Enforcement Officer – Carol Hopkins, Fire Chief – Jack Burt
Others Present: Bruce County Senior Planner, Daniel Kingsbury, Saugeen Mobility Manager, Roger Cook, Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Representative, Elizabeth Thorn, GSS Engineer, Ross Slaughter
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 1:17 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 with respect to Agenda Item #1 – Public Meeting Re: Land’s End Campground, File No. Z-2021-016 as I also own a campground.
Councillor Mielhausen declared a conflict of interest with respect to Agenda item #9 BD-22-01 Zoning Housekeeping Amendment Report.
Councillor Mielhausen declared a conflict of interest with respect to By-law 2022-05 Being a By-law to Amend By-law No. 2002-54, as amended, being the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for MNBP as it relates to the addition of a Definition of a Commercial Tour Boat Operation, as my daughter works for a tour boat company.
Councillor Mielhausen declared a conflict of interest on Agenda Item #13 – Clerks Report C-22-10 for the Northern Bruce Peninsula Veterinary Area Committee as I have been recommended to be a member.
Approval of the Agenda
#07-1-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, 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. 22-04 and Council Meeting No. 22-05, February 14, 2022
#07-2-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That the minutes of Special Council Meeting No. 22-04 and Council Meeting No. 22-05, February 14, 2022 be approved as printed and circulated.
Carried
Public Meeting
Public Meeting Notice
Zoning By-Law Amendment: Z-2021-016 (Land’s End Campground) 59 Corey Crescent
Having declared a conflict of interest, Councillor James Mielhausen did not participate in this portion of the meeting.
Mayor McIver provided an overview of the planning application process associated with the Zoning By-law Amendment to members of the public.
Bruce County Senior Planner, Daniel Kingsbury, provided a summary of the Planning Report associated with Zoning By-law Amendment – Z-2021-016 (Land’s End Campground).
An overview of the application was presented to Council regarding the proposed expansion of the campground to incorporate an additional 30 campsites to the existing campground’s framework. Additionally, a Zoning By-law Amendment is required to rezone the property from Restricted Rural (RU2), Rural Special (RU1-d), and Environmental Hazzard (EH) to Travel Trailer Park and Commercial Campground Special Holding Zone.
Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) has been consulted regarding the progression of Zoning By-law Amendment – Z-2021-016. Bruce County Planning is awaiting further consultation on the project regarding an archaeological assessment, as special provisions are being sought for the proposed expansion of the campground.
The proposed site plan was presented to Council. Further clarification with the applicant is required as the site plan does not depict all of the 30 new campsites as included in the application. Daniel Kingsbury informed Council that the Planning Report will be re-submitted to Council at a later date once more information is obtained and the application process is complete.
The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) reviews planning applications for natural heritage impacts. The GSCA has identified a concern with respect to potential impacts to nearby wetland features, while noting that a majority of the mitigation measures can be addressed through site plan control. The environmental consultant produced an addendum to the Environmental Impact Study (EIS) to address concerns regarding a number of proposed campsites identified within the proposed setback from wetlands. The GSCA has yet to review the addendum and Planning staff will report back to Council once the GSCA provides comments on the EIS addendum.
Daniel Kingsbury informed Council that one public comment was received on February 24, 2022, indicating concerns with the provision regarding increased motorized and non-motorized boat traffic, a lack of safety measures currently held by Land’s End Campground, and increased foot traffic in the area. The public comment was distributed to Council and placed under advisement for the anticipated final Planning Report.
Mayor McIver opened the public portion of the meeting and asked members of the public to present any comments or concerns associated with the Planning Report.
Cuesta Planning Consultant, Genevieve Scott, provided clarification to Council regarding the Municipal Comment review included on page 7 of the Planning Report.
· Request for drainage plan -A drainage plan has been completed by Darryl M. Robins Consulting Inc and has been submitted as part of the application requirements
· Wetland setbacks – Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) has been consulted on the project and a review is ongoing regarding the Environmental Impact Study
· 15 meter minimum frontage requirements – These requirements have been added to the site plan and demonstrate that trailers can be easily accommodated to meet these requirements.
· Utilization of the unopened road allowance – Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) has been consulted on the project. The archeological assessment will be preformed by Jackie Fisher and completed once work permits are approved for the creation of a laneway.
Daniel Kingsbury noted that he will follow up with the one public comment at the next meeting.
Mayor McIver closed the public portion of the meeting at 1:39 p.m. and no further public comments were received.
#07-3-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Planning Report for Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2021-016 (Land’s End Campground) be received as information;
And that staff provide a report regarding the public meeting and a recommendation regarding the application at a subsequent meeting.
Carried
Delegation
Delegation #1
Roger Cook, Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit
Re: Support for SMART being funded by the County of Bruce to provide specialized transit service to all residents of Bruce County
Councillor Mielhausen resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
Mayor McIver welcomed Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART) Manager, Roger Cook, to the meeting.
Roger Cook provided a summary of the information package submitted to Council regarding the objectives and services offered by the specialized transit company throughout Bruce and Grey Counties.
SMART is seeking support to have Saugeen Mobility funded at the county level as opposed to receiving funding solely at the municipal level. The Delegation was intended to answer any questions held by Council regarding the specialized transit company and to facilitate potential support of Saugeen Mobility at the county level.
Councillor Golden questioned Saugeen Mobility’s potential interest in providing services in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula if the Municipality of South Bruce Peninsula does not employ Saugeen Mobility’s services. Roger Cook informed Council that in the event that the Municipality of South Bruce Peninsula does not employ the company’s services, that a mileage charge would be applied in addition to normal fees.
Councillor Myles questioned how the services offered by Saugeen Mobility differentiate from home and community support services. Roger Cook stated that home and community support services offer primarily medical transportation services and that Saugeen Mobility offers transportation services for a broader range of circumstances, including medical, travel, and work. Roger also stated that Saugeen Mobility provides transportation for people of any age, where home and community services do not provide transportation for individuals under the age of 18.
Councillor Golden questioned the pay scale associated with use of Saugeen Mobility’s services as they apply to the distances between the northern end of the municipality and essential services. Roger Cook informed Council that in the event of successful funding at the county level, that Saugeen Mobility would like to reduce user fees, but that it is currently not an option due to current economic circumstances.
Mayor McIver questioned the timeline associated with Saugeen Mobility pursuing county funding. Roger Cook informed Council that Saugeen Mobility intends to present a proposal to Bruce County’s Transportation and Environmental Services meeting in March and be included within Bruce County’s 2023 Budget proposals.
Mayor Milt McIver thanked Roger Cook for his presentation.
Delegation #2
Elizabeth Thorn, Will Meneray, Beth Anne Currie, and Mike Campbell
Re: Request for Council’s agreement to proceed with repairs to Cabot Head Road
Mayor McIver welcomed Elizabeth Thorn to the meeting.
Elizabeth Thorn provided an update on the Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association’s status regarding the proposed creation of a trail to access Cabot Head. Council was informed that meetings have taken place with the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Municipality’s CAO, Peggy Van Mierlo-West, regarding the status of the proposal.
The Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association intends to return to Council as a Delegation on March 14, 2022, to re-examine the project and find a way to proceed with establishing a balance between reducing liability and preserving the ability of the charities to operate within the area.
Mrs. Thorn suggested that members of Council and CAO, Peggy Van Mierlo-West, were asked to contact the Bruce Peninsula Biosphere to discuss the proposed project specifics as they relate to the Trillium Foundation and lands owned by the Municipality.
Consideration of Agenda Items
1. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-04
Re: Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction Project Phases 3 Update
GSS Engineer, Ross Slaughter joined the meeting via Zoom and responded to questions regarding the specifics of Phase 3 of the Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction Project.
Council was informed that the storm sewers included in drawing #7 of the Phase 3 Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction report had been changed to an infiltration trench.
Councillor Mielhausen questioned the project as it relates to the intersection of Forty Hills Road and Isthmus Bay Road. Ross Slaughter stated that due to the complexity of the intersection, alternative options are difficult to incorporate. Ross Slaughter added that public correspondence regarding the project occurred when planning commenced regarding all three phases of the project. Council recommended that public outreach efforts reoccur for all residents directly affected by the proposed implementation of a 3-way stop at the intersection known as Forty Hills Road and Isthmus Bay Road.
Clarification was provided to Council regarding the truck turning radius associated with the bend located at the intersection of Forty Hills Road and Isthmus Bay Road.
Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron, was directed by Council to talk to the Engineer regarding the removal of the intersection known as Forty Hills Road and Isthmus Bay Road from phase 3 of the Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction Project, as the intersection is not viewed as an issue at this time.
#07-4-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-04 titled Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction Project Phases 3, as information;
THAT Council directs GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd. to proceed with the tendering process and preparation of contract documents for Phase 3 of the Isthmus Bay Road Reconstruction and Swan Lake Bridge Restoration Project; with the removal of the intersection area known as Forty Hills Road and Isthmus Bay Road from the tendering process.
Carried
2. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-05
Re: Parks Canada Winter Maintenance Agreement
#07-5-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-05 titled Parks Canada Winter Maintenance Agreement, as information;
AND THAT Council supports passage of By-law 2022-20, being a by-law to authorize an agreement between Parks Canada Agency and the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula as it relates to a Winter Service Agreement to Provide Winter Maintenance for Bruce Peninsula National Park at Cyprus Lake, at its regular meeting on March 14, 2022.
Carried
3. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-06
Re: Contractual Agreement with Parks Canada Agency for Acceptance of Hauled Sewage
Council was informed that the Contractual Agreement was created based on the Municipality’s 2022 Fees and Charges By-law and the medium septage rate fees.
#07-6-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-06 titled Contractual Agreement with Parks Canada Agency for Acceptance of Hauled Sewage, as information;
AND THAT Council supports passage of By-law 2022-19, being a by-law to authorize an agreement between Parks Canada Agency and the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula as it relates to the acceptance of hauled sewage, at its regular meeting of March 14, 2022.
Carried
4. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-08
Re: 2021 Annual Report for Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System
#07-7-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-08 titled 2021 Annual Report for Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System.
Carried
5. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-11
Re: Roads Needs Study Final Report
#07-8-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-11 Roads Needs Study Report, as information; And Whereas the Corporation of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula adopts the Final Roads and Sidewalks Needs Study Report prepared by GM BluePlan Engineering Limited.
Carried
6. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-12
Re: Tobermory Community Center Water Update
Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron, provided an update on the status of the Tobermory Community Centre.
Council was informed that the Public Works Department is pursuing the implementation of temporary solutions to the water issues associated with the Tobermory Community Centre until funding can be secured to receive water from the Tobermory Water Treatment Centre.
Consultations have occurred with plumbing companies regarding the issues. The Public Works Department would like to purchase two reservoir tank systems to incorporate into the existing water frameworks at the Tobermory Community Center. The reservoir systems are proposed to be filled during off-peak times to reinforce the water supply facilitated by the well located on the property. It is recommended that more pressure tanks be added to the water system to accommodate the public washrooms recently erected in the parking lot.
Council was informed that if the proposed solutions are insufficient for correcting the noted water issues, that alternative water systems located in the community must be explored.
The Public Works Department intends to modify a shipping container to facilitate a housing structure for the reservoir tanks. If the proposed methods are incorporated into long-term solutions for the issues, permanent housing options should be reviewed regarding the protection of the tanks.
Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron, informed Council that water conservation measures could be implemented within the Community Centre to further address the water usage issues associated with the building.
Council was informed that due to the current waiting period associated with the delivery of the reservoir tanks, the Public Works Department has already purchased the tanks at an approximate cost of $5,000 each in order to address the water issues associated with the Tobermory Community Centre prior to the influx seasonal travelers.
Council was informed that no data is available regarding water usage during seasonal peaks in Tobermory due to closures prompted by COVID 19 restrictions.
#07-9-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-12 titled Tobermory Community Center Water Update, as information
AND THAT Council authorize staff to continue to proceed with the installation of holding tanks and the upgrades required to the Tobermory Community water system
AND THAT Council consider utilizing funding to further upgrade the Tobermory Community Water System to utilize water efficient infrastructure and fixtures.
Carried
7. Public Works Manager Report No. PW 22-13
Re: Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry – Black Bear Barb Wire Hair TrapSurvey
Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron, stated that the map solely depicts locations being utilized through unopened road allowances and that no Wire Hair Traps are currently placed on unopened road allowances in the former St. Edmunds Township.
#07-10-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 22-13 titled Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry – Black Bear Barbwire Hair Trap Survey;
AND THAT Council supports a request from the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, 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’, Stokes Bay Road, Vickers Road, East Road, Miller Family Camp Road Allowance, McNair Road, Otter Lake Road, Devils Monument Road, and Lindsay Road 40;
AND THAT Council recognizes that the survey will be conducted by the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry, Owen Sound Area Office, in conjunction with Parks Canada, between the middle of May and the end of June 2022.
Carried
8. Fire Chief Report No. 22-02
Re: Firefighter Certification
Fire Chief, Jack Burt, provided an overview of the recently proposed provincial legislation regarding Firefighter Certification.
Council was informed that the closing date for public comments regarding the legislation was February 28, 2022, and that Municipal comments regarding the proposed timelines as they applied to Volunteer Fire Departments would be valuable in the legislative process.
Council was informed that the Ontario Fire Marshal had established regional training centres throughout the Province. Additionally, Council was informed that the proposed timeframes included within the Firefighter Certification legislation would be difficult to accommodate for the Northern Bruce Peninsula Fire Department due to both departments being volunteer based.
Fire Chief, Jack Burt, provided Council with a summary of the hours of training currently required for regular training in addition to the hours required to obtain certifications as required in the proposed legislation. Members of Council responded to the summary and expressed that it would be a significant increase in time commitments to the Fire Department for volunteers since it is considered a full service Fire Department.
Clarification was provided regarding training schedules for both Fire Halls and their associated monthly time commitments.
Concerns were presented to Council regarding the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters within the Municipality.
Clarification was provided regarding the standardized training of Firefighters. Fire Chief, Jack Burt, indicated that the legislation would hold volunteer firefighters to the same certification standards as a career firefighter.
Council was informed that there is a requirement of 70% mandatory attendance for the Northern Bruce Peninsula Fire Department. Fire Chief, Jack Burt, indicated that in the event that the legislation is passed, this requirement be re-evaluated to ensure that all firefighters are completing their training as laid out by the training schedule.
Council discussed the impact of more training in consideration of the Budget. Fire Chief, Jack Burt, indicated to Council that the associated costs are not primarily associated with training but also the cost of equipment and supplies to complete the training.
Fire Chief, Jack Burt, stated that outreach regarding merged training courses with other municipalities had been discussed but there are currently high costs associated with training due to the limited class sizes at local fire colleges.
Fire Chief, Jack Burt, was instructed to create a letter indicating the concerns of the Municipality regarding the proposed legislation for Firefighter Certification.
#07-11-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That Council receives FC 22-02 report titled Firefighter Certification, as information: and
That Council provides feedback to the Ontario Regulatory Registry on the proposed regulation by February 28, 2022.
Carried
9. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 22-01
Re: Zoning By-law Amendment
Having declared a conflict of interest, Councillor James Mielhausen did not participate in this portion of the meeting.
#07-12-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Council receives Building Department Report BD 22-01 regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment, as information.
Carried
10. Chief Building Official Report No. BD 22-02
Re: Partial No Demand for Services Site Plan Control Agreement
Owners: Derek P. Rauchfleisz and Jennifer M. Rauchfleisz
Plan 501 Lot 16, 12 Birchwood Drive
Assessment Roll No. 4109 680 006 14300 0000
Property Identifier Number (PIN): 33108-0768 (LT)
Councillor Mielhausen resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
#07-13-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That Council approves the negotiation and registration of a Partial No Demand for Services Site Plan Control Agreement requested by Derek P. Rauchfleisz and Jennifer M. Rauchfleisz, owners of the property legally described as Plan 501 Lot 16 and located at 12 Birchwood Drive, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.
Carried
11. Community Services Manager Report No. CS 22-02
Re: Award of Contract for Lion’s Head Harbour Dock Construction RFP
The contract for Lion’s Head Harbour Dock Construction RFP has been tendered and two proposals have been submitted to Council.
Council was informed that the insurance estimates had only recently been submitted regarding the proposed settlements to the damages incurred to the docks in the summer of 2021.
Community Services Manager, Ryan Deska, provided an overview of both proposals in relation to the compatibility of both designs to existing dock infrastructure located at the Lion’s Head Harbour.
Council was informed that Kropf Dock Designs are not compatible with existing dock structures and the remaining docks would need to be reconfigured within the dock layout.
Community Services Manager, Ryan Deska, indicated that the new dock designs are intended to be stronger than the existing docks in the Lion’s Head Harbour and that additional weights are intended to be placed on both the main and finger docks. There are no plans to reconstruct the break wall at this time.
Clarification was provided to Council regarding both proposals and their intended plans for the docks as both tenders are applicable to recreating C dock.
Council discussed the possible implementation of floating break walls within the Harbour. Community Services Manager, Ryan Deska, informed Council that not enough research has been done on the project to provide a clear evaluation of the preventative measures as applicable to the Lion’s Head Harbour.
Deputy Mayor Myles requested the creation of a prevention and mitigation action plan for the Harbour.
A Special Council meeting has been scheduled for Monday, March 7, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. to further discuss the selection of a proposal and the report was deferred.
#07-14-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That Council receives Manager of Community Services Report CS 22-02, with an update on the Lion’s Head Harbour Dock Construction Project
And That Council awards the contract for Lion’s Head Harbour Dock Construction to Kropf Industrial in the amount of $429,536.73, including HST
Deferred
12. Clerk Report No. C 22-08
Owner: Lynn Janssen
Agent: Bruce Trail Conservancy
File No: B-2021-141 (Consent)
Legal Description: 157 Georgian Drive CON 12 EBR PT LOT 6 (Eastnor Township) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
Roll Number: 410962000909600
#07-15-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
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 agent, Bruce Trail Conservancy, on behalf of the owner, Lynn Janssen, for property legally described as 157 Georgian Drive CON 12 EBR PT LOT 6 (Eastnor) Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula;
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 two years 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 (i.e., 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.
Carried
13. Clerk Report No. C 22-10
Re: Bruce Peninsula & District Designated Veterinary Area Committee Representatives for Northern Bruce Peninsula
Having declared a conflict of interest, Councillor James Mielhausen did not participate in this portion of the meeting.
#07-16-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Council receives Clerk Report C 22-10 as information as it relates to the Bruce Peninsula & District Designated Veterinary Area Committee Representatives for Northern Bruce Peninsula; and
That Council approves the appointment of James Mielhausen and Tyson Forbes to represent the Northern Bruce Peninsula, for the Bruce Peninsula & District Designated Veterinary Area Committee.
Carried
14. Accounts Payable Voucher – January 2022
Councillor Mielhausen resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
#07-17-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council approves Accounts Payable Voucher, January 2022, in the amount of $727,396.04.
Carried
15. Waste Management and Diversion Committee Minutes
Re: 21-05 October 14, 2021
Discussion ensued amongst Council members regarding the Climate Action Plan as it relates to Waste Management within the Municipality and the qualifications required to provide comment on such issues.
#07-18-2022
Moved by Councillor James Mielhausen, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles
That Council receives Waste Management and Diversion Committee minutes dated October 14, 2021 and approves all actions contained therein.
Carried
Other Business – Nil
Correspondence
1. Clean Energy Frontier – 2021 Clean Energy Innovation & Recovery Summit (Information)
2. Association of Municipalities Ontario – Municipal Energy Symposium (Information)
3. Bluewater District School Board – Population estimates and professionally projected enrolment data be included in the funding formula for building new schools (Information). Should be factored in for the future.
4. Nigel Grinsteed – Big Tub Lighthouse Parking (Information)
#07-19-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
Recommendation:
That the correspondence items #1-4 be received as information as printed and circulated.
Carried
5. Justin Handley – Request for Municipal Land to be deemed as Surplus (Direction)
The process of declaring municipal lands as surplus was clarified for members of Council.
Council was informed that if the lands are deemed surplus, bidding would be open to all members of the public.
Clarification was provided on the land in question. Clerk, Cathy Addison explained that the land is located on an unopened road allowance and that the property accompanies a past history.
Council was informed that a policy was established in 2021 regarding the sale surplus lands within the Municipality, specifically unopened road allowances.
#07-20-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor Megan Myles
That Council does not support the sale of municipal land known as Part Lot 2, Concession 3 WBR- Part 3, #R1450 former Lindsay Township in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
Carried
6. Royal Canadian Legion – Request to rent the Rotary Hall on Sunday May, 29, 2022 from 9:30 – 5:30 (Direction)
#07-21-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That Council approves waiving the rental fees at the Rotary Hall on May 29th, 2022 for the Ladies Auxiliary RCL Branch 202 to host the Zone C4 Convention.
Carried
Reading of By-laws
By-law 2022-03
A by law to amend the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula By-law 2002-54, as amended.
By-law 2022-05
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 addition of a Definition of a Commercial Tour Boat Operation
Having declared a conflict of interest, Councillor James Mielhausen did not participate in this portion of the meeting.
Deputy Mayor Myles noted that she cannot support this by-law at this time from a planning perspective.
#07-22-2022
Moved by Councillor Megan Myles, Seconded by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden
That By-law No. 2022-05 be given 1st, 2nd, and 3rd reading, and enacted.
Carried
By-law 2022-06
A By-law to delegate authority to temporarily close or restrict the common law right of passage over and access to certain portions of the Cabot Head Road in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
Councillor Mielhausen resumed participation in the meeting at this time.
By-law 2022-14
Being a By-law to Appoint Members to the Compliance Audit Committee of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
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
By-law 2022-23
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 28, 2022
#07-23-2022
Moved by Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That By-law Nos. 2022-03, 2022-06, 2022-14, 2022-16, and 2022-23 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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#07-24-2022
Moved by Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Seconded by Councillor James Mielhausen
That the meeting adjourns at 3:56 p.m.
Carried
