Central Huron public meetings in 2022
32 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Central Huron Council is reviewing options for strategic planning facilitation, with costs ranging from $7,500 to $35,000. The meeting also includes a proposal to sell the property at 14 Albert Street to Fair Meadows Ltd.
- Strategic planning facilitation options costing between $7,500 and $35,000
- Sale of 14 Albert Street to Fair Meadows Ltd (By-Law 77-2022)
- Amendment to parking by-law for Jowett's Grove Road (By-Law 76-2022)
- Adoption of 2022 Joint Annual Plan and 2023 Joint Multi-Year Plan
- Delegation from Jennifer Ure regarding opposition to a proposed hydrogen plant
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council will adopt committee and board appointments for the 2022-2026 term. The meeting includes a delegation regarding emergency department hours at Clinton Public Hospital and a public hearing for a minor variance at 77722 Norma Street.
- Appointment of 2022-2026 Committee and Board members via By-law 73-2022
- Minor Variance MV08-2022 for an attached garage at 77722 Norma Street
- Approval of $28,250.00 for Town Hall window replacement design and tender fees
- Update on temporary reduction of emergency department hours at Clinton Public Hospital
- Contract for abatement and deconstruction at Bluewater Youth Centre
Council Orientation
The Central Huron Council met for an orientation session to review municipal operations and departmental functions. The session included overviews of planning, governance, and various municipal services to prepare members for their roles.
- Departmental overviews covering Roads, Utilities, Fire, and Clerk services
- Review of the Central Huron Code of Conduct and Procedure By-law 2022
- Discussion of major projects including Isaac St Reconstruction and Bluewater Youth Centre
- Presentation of annual expenses for various departments
- Introduction of Confirmatory By-law 72-2022
Inaugural Council Meeting
The newly elected Council held its first meeting to swear in members and establish committee appointments. Key actions included authorizing an agreement with OLG regarding casino betting options and approving a tire purchase for road equipment.
- Passed Bylaw 70-2022 to allow for the addition of Sportsbook betting at the Clinton Casino
- Approved $44,343.43 for grader, loader, and truck tires from Fordwich Tire Ontario Limited
- Appointed Councillor Lobb as an alternate member to the County of Huron Council
- Appointed Mayor Ginn and Councillor Russo to the Bluewater Youth Centre Working Group
- Appointed Councillor Colquhoun to the Isaac Street Reconstruction Project Working Group
Regular Council Meeting #1
The newly elected Council held its inaugural meeting to declare office and establish upcoming schedules. Key discussions included amending an agreement with the OLG regarding sportsbook betting and approving a tire purchase for road equipment.
- Amendment to OLG agreement to allow sportsbook betting at the Clinton Casino
- Approval of $44,343.43 for grader, loader, and truck tires from Fordwich Tire Ontario Limited
- 2022-2026 Committee and Board appointment process
- Appointment of David Frayne to the Drinking Water Source Protection Committee
- Appointment of working groups for Bluewater Youth Centre and Isaac Street reconstruction
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Council is reviewing several planning applications, including consent applications and a minor variance for 77202 Orchard Line. Discussions also include infrastructure updates regarding traffic calming and a proposed pedestrian crossover.
- Minor Variance MV07-2022 for 77202 Orchard Line to reduce a setback from 2 metres to 1.22 metres
- Consent Application C056-2022 (Steenstra) regarding Part Lot 27, Concession 11
- Consent Application C088-2022 (Medd) regarding 41590-41596 Summerhill Road
- Proposal to draft drawings and a by-law for a pedestrian crossover at Ontario Street (Hwy 8) and Smith Street North
- Report on traffic calming options for Princess Street East
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will review the audited 2021 financial statements presented by Paul Seebach. The meeting includes discussions on moving a sculpture garden, subdivision servicing payments, and insurance renewals.
- Acceptance of audited 2021 Financial Statements
- Proposed $124,610 partial payment to 5035459 Ontario Inc. for North St. servicing
- Proposed $427,955 insurance renewal with Marsh Canada Limited
- Relocation of the 14 Albert St. Sculpture Garden to Millennium Park
- Amendment to Parking By-law for No Parking zones on Albert Street
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning amendment for 82166 London Road to allow a dog kennel for breeding. The proposal includes a maximum of 12 adult dogs and a 100-metre setback from residential dwellings. Council will also adopt several new human resources policies and appoint a Community Emergency Management Coordinator.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z07-2022 (Bruner) for 82166 London Road
- Adoption of Flexible Work Model Pilot Project Policy (Bylaw 62-2022)
- Adoption of Disconnecting from Work Policy (Bylaw 63-2022)
- Adoption of Professional Development Policy (Bylaw 64-2022)
- Appointment of Chad Kregar as Community Emergency Management Coordinator (Bylaw 65-2022)
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will consider amending the Traffic Control By-law to install new stop signs in Clinton. They will also review a final draft of the updated Procedure By-law and discuss Remembrance Day holiday arrangements.
- Amending Traffic Control By-law for stop signs at James Street and Matilda Street
- Amending Traffic Control By-law for stop signs at Fullerview Circle and Fullerview Drive
- Adoption of the final draft Procedure By-law (By-law 59-2022)
- Minor variance application for a semi-detached dwelling at 88 Osborne Street
- Declaration of Remembrance Day as a holiday from 8AM to Noon
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council is reviewing several major projects, including a multi-million dollar demolition contract for the former Bluewater Youth Centre. The meeting also includes public hearings for two zoning amendments and discussions on various municipal service agreements.
- Awarding demolition of former Bluewater Youth Centre to Budget Demolition for an estimated $4,226,945 + HST
- Zoning amendment Z06-2022 to rezone 40193 Blyth Rd from Community Facility to General Industrial
- Zoning amendment Z08-2022 to rezone 135 Goderich St from Community Facility to Residential Low Density
- Awarding Isaac Street engineering design to BM Ross and Associates Limited for $97,553.24
- Awarding Community Risk Assessment to The Loomex Group for $14,490.00
Special Council
The Special Council meeting is scheduled to include a closed session for the education or training of members regarding the Council Roads Tour. The meeting also includes the adoption of a confirmatory by-law to formalize the proceedings.
- Closed session for member education or training regarding the Council Roads Tour
- Introduction of Confirmatory By-Law 55-2022
Special Council
Central Huron Council is meeting via Zoom to discuss an update on the Fluidyne legal case in a closed session. The meeting also includes the adoption of a confirmatory by-law to formalize Council actions.
- Closed session regarding litigation or potential litigation (Fluidyne Legal Case)
- Adoption of Confirmatory By-law 54-2022
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will consider several IT infrastructure purchases, including a $129,000 Microsoft licensing agreement and a $160,000 server acquisition, as well as a $374,946 culvert contract. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, a delegation on Dodd's Drain, and a closed session on a potential lease for the Bluewater Youth Centre.
- Approve $129,000 Microsoft Select Plus licensing from Softchoice
- Authorize $160,000 server and SAN acquisition (3-node hyper-converged solution)
- Award contract BR1452 to VanDriel Excavating Inc for $374,946.41 for culvert G45 in Holmesville
- Appoint Steve Jansen as Dog Catcher with 7AM-9PM daily service
- Support RFQs to light the Radar Screen using RTO4 & Heritage funding
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council is meeting to decide on a consent to sever application, a 911 service agreement with the County of Huron, and several by-laws including policy updates and appointments. They will also discuss reports on road reconstruction, a mural project, and a potential lease for the Bluewater Youth Centre in closed session.
- Consent Application C053-2022 (Melnyk) for severance at 51, 53, 55 Maria Street, Clinton
- 911 Service Agreement with the County of Huron (By-law 48-2022)
- By-law 47-2022 to repeal and replace Policy GE 201 (Accountability & Transparency)
- By-law 49-2022 appointing David Campbell as Acting CEMC
- RFP for Engineering Services for Isaac Street reconstruction
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council is deciding on several contracts and policies at this meeting, including awarding a $224,151.84 municipal ERP software contract to CentralSquare and a $76,566 construction tender for the Daer Municipal Drain Improvement. Council will also hold a public hearing on a minor variance application for 112 Joseph Street, approve a revised water and sewer fee collection policy, and consider a dog park location at the Reach Centre.
- Award Municipal ERP RFP to CentralSquare for $224,151.84 implementation plus $56,460 annual cost
- Award Daer Municipal Drain Improvement 2020 construction tender to AG Hayter for $76,566
- Public hearing on Minor Variance MV05-2022 (Madsen) at 112 Joseph St. for reduced setbacks
- Approve Reach Centre location to create a dog park
- Approve revised Water & Sewer Fee Collection Policy
Special Council Meeting
Central Huron Council will consider removing a holding provision on Zoning By-Law Amendment Z04-2022 for 37568 Telephone Road, which would allow the wake park to operate seven days a week from 9am to 9pm between mid-May and mid-October. The decision is based on submitted noise, traffic, and air quality studies, with recommended mitigations including a berm and revised fencing. Council will also receive an updated site plan for the property.
- Lift holding provision on Z04-2022 to allow expanded wake park hours
- Updated site plan for 37568 Telephone Road
- Noise, traffic, and air quality studies submitted by EXP
- Removal of picnic area due to noise and air quality exceedances
- Proposed 2.4-metre berm and revised fencing along aggregate operations
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council will consider a report on Norma Street beach access, including approving an estimated $2,000 repair to existing stairs, adding signage restricting use to local residents, and adding a $55,000 stair replacement to the 2023 capital budget. The council will also receive a delegation on the same topic, award a fire dispatch contract, and handle routine consent items and by-laws.
- Approve estimated $2,000 repair to Norma Street beach access stairs and add signage restricting use to Norma St and Lane of Pine residents
- Add estimated $55,000 Norma St stairs replacement to 2023 capital budget for discussion
- Award RFP for Fire Dispatch Services to Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre at $13,200 start-up plus $2,882.46 pro-rated fee for 2022
- Approve temporary road closures for Harvest Fest 2022 on Sept 17, including County Road 4 (Albert Street) and several other streets
- Direct Clerk to call meeting re: Daer Municipal Drain Improvement 2020 tender exceeding 133% of engineer's estimate
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council is deciding on several contracts and by-laws, including a $1.1 million milling and hot mix road contract, a new water and sewer rates by-law effective August 1, 2022, and a heritage property de-designation. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a minor variance application and consent agenda items for information.
- Award contract CH-2022-04 to Lavis Contracting Co. Limited for $1,113,129.00 for milling and hot mix
- Award contract CH-2022-1001 to Vermeer Canada INC for $84,460.00 for a wood chipper
- Award contract CH-2022-05 to Nicholson Concrete for $60,516.00 for sidewalk work
- Adopt By-law 39-2022 setting municipal water and sewer rates, effective August 1, 2022
- Public hearing for Minor Variance MV04-2021 to allow a larger accessory building at 76578 Bluewater Highway
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council is holding a public hearing on a minor variance application to reduce recreational open space and visitor parking requirements for 33 new trailer units at Bluewater Village. Council will also consider a zoning by-law amendment, a memorandum of understanding with the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, a council code of conduct, and a donation fund allocation.
- Minor Variance MV03-2022: reduce recreational open space from 20% to 5% and visitor parking from 1 per 4 to 1 per 5 trailer units for 33 new units at 79681 Bluewater Highway
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z05-2022 (By-law 27-2022) to amend Zoning By-law 40-2010
- By-law 33-2022: authorize Mayor and Clerk to enter into MOU with Maitland Valley Conservation Authority
- By-laws 34-2022 and 35-2022: adopt Council Code of Conduct and Council Staff Relations Policy
- $4,000 contribution to Downtown Curb Appeal improvement project in Clinton
Strategic Planning
Central Huron Council will decide on a temporary zoning by-law and site plan agreement for a recreational wake park at 37568 Telephone Road, despite a county planner's recommendation to deny it. Council will also address the termination of the fire dispatch agreement with Stratford Fire Department and receive updates on the strategic plan, including industrial lots and sewage treatment capacity.
- Temporary zoning by-law (Z04-2022) and site plan (SP02-2022) for wake park at 37568 Telephone Road; staff recommends denial, but council may approve with holding provisions.
- Fire dispatch agreement with Stratford Fire Department terminates October 21, 2022; council to authorize RFP for new dispatch service.
- Radio system upgrades estimated at $45,000-$50,000 funded from fire reserves.
- Council to direct staff on industrial lots disposition, with options including sale, negotiation, or retention.
- Closed session to discuss industrial lots disposition and Bluewater Youth Centre lease update.
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council is meeting to consider a temporary zoning by-law amendment for a recreational wake park at 37568 Telephone Road, with a recommendation to defer the decision pending further studies. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, reports, and correspondence, plus appointments and policy discussions.
- Temporary Zoning By-law Amendment Z04-2022 for 37568 Telephone Road (wake park) - recommended deferral
- Appoint Headway Engineering to examine Harding Municipal Drain improvement (Section 78)
- Draft Council Code of Conduct & Council Staff Relations Policy - direction to bring by-law May 16
- Consent applications C036-2022 to C041-2022 by Raymond and Barbara Mitchell/Brad Lubbers - recommendation to County of Huron
- Verbal update on City of Stratford cancellation of fire dispatch services contract
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council will consider the 2022 draft consolidated budget, including a $2,162,102 capital levy and $7,237,284 operating levy, and adopt the associated by-law. The meeting also includes public meetings on a general update to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and delegations on a possible land acquisition and a temporary zoning amendment for a wakeboard park. Several reports and routine consent items are on the agenda.
- 2022 Draft Consolidated Budget: $11,955,487 total, $2,162,102 capital levy, $7,237,284 operating levy, $2,839,157 to reserves, $4,065,923 from reserves
- Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment No. 29 and Zoning By-law Amendment Z05-2022 (general update for flexible housing)
- Delegation on temporary zoning by-law amendment Z04-2022 for wakeboard park at 37568 Telephone Road (Bluestone Wake Park)
- Delegation on possible land acquisition at 77775 Norma Street
- Award RFP-F01-2022 to Parks N Water Ltd for Holmesville Ball Diamonds playground ($69,884.42 net of HST)
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will hold a public meeting and consider a temporary zoning by-law amendment (Z04-2022) to allow a recreational wake park, storage containers, and 89 parking spaces on a former aggregate site at 37568 Telephone Rd for three years. Council will also vote on several routine items, including revoking COVID-19 policies, awarding a roadside grass cutting contract, and amending the parking by-law at Black's Point Road.
- Temporary rezoning (ER1 to ER1-3) for wake park, 3 storage containers, 89 parking spaces at 37568 Telephone Rd
- Award RFQ CH-2022-2 Roadside Grass Cutting to Vandriel Excavating Ltd. for $208,420.00 (excluding HST) for 2 years
- Revoke COVID-19 policies HU 115, HU 116, HU 119
- Amend Parking By-law 9-2009 to prohibit overnight parking at Black's Point Road park & pavilion
- 2022 Façade Grant Program: allocate $18,895.97 to first-time applicants, $1,623.38 each to 13 others
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council is deciding on several infrastructure and administrative items, including awarding a $1.52M water/sewer/road reconstruction project on Whitehead and Cutter Streets, a $211K gravel contract, and a $391/tonne dust control contract. They will also consider a municipal drain improvement report, a site plan amendment for a Tesla charging station at Canadian Tire, and several by-laws. The agenda includes routine consent items and a closed session on an Integrity Commissioner RFP.
- Award $1,522,624.04 (incl. HST) to Cope Construction & Contracting Inc. for Whitehead and Cutter Street reconstruction
- Award $211,252.00 (excl. HST) to Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd for maintenance gravel RFQ CH-2022-1
- Award dust control RFQ CH-2022-3 to Pollard Distribution Inc. at $391.00 per flake tonne of Calcium Chloride for 2 years
- Accept Daer Municipal Drain Improvement 2020 report with $93,345.00 in assessments; Court of Revision set for April 19, 2022
- Amend Site Plan Agreement with Canadian Tire Real Estate for a Tesla EV charging station
Budget Meeting
Central Huron Council is holding a budget meeting to discuss and potentially pre-approve two expenditures before adopting the 2022 budget: a new Municipal ERP system at an estimated cost of $421,795 and a Facilities Condition Assessment at an estimated cost of $50,000. The council will also receive the 2022 Draft Consolidated Budget report and consider a confirmatory bylaw to adopt the meeting's proceedings.
- Pre-approval of Municipal ERP purchase and implementation at estimated $421,795
- Pre-approval of Facilities Condition Assessment by third party at estimated $50,000
- Receipt of 2022 Draft Consolidated Budget report
- Bylaw 16-2022 to confirm council proceedings
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will hold public meetings to consider three zoning by-law amendments and one minor variance application, then vote on whether to approve them. The council will also receive reports and consider routine consent agenda items, including minutes and monthly departmental reports.
- Zoning amendment Z01-2022 (Mellor) to allow a single-detached dwelling on Bayfield Rd
- Zoning amendment Z02-2022 (Smith) to permit a semi-detached dwelling at 360 Matilda St
- Zoning amendment Z03-2022 (Vanhevel) to remove autobody shop use on Bayfield Rd
- Minor variance MV02-2022 (Tesla/Canadian Tire) for EV charging stations at 35430 Huron Rd
- Award RFP for Integrity Commissioner services to Aird & Berlis LLP
Budget Meeting
Central Huron Council is holding a budget meeting to review and discuss the 2022 draft operating budgets for multiple departments, including planning, economic development, facilities, roads, and general government. The agenda includes a delegation from the Clinton Lawn Bowling Club requesting funds for a new lawn roller. The meeting is primarily a working session to review budget documents, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.
- Clinton Lawn Bowling Club requests $6,000 (or $7,500 with transport) for a new lawn roller
- Planning budget increases 98.45% due to new full-time planning coordinator
- Economic development budget includes $400,000 conservative gaming revenue estimate
- Drainage budget increases 38.68%, includes $10,000 legal fees
- Bylaw 14-2022 to confirm council proceedings
Regular Council Meeting #2
Central Huron Council will hold public hearings on two minor variance applications (MV01-2022 for a reduced side yard setback at 34180 Melena Beach Sideroad, and MV03-2021 for a reduced top-of-bank setback at 76937 Bluewater Highway), then vote on approvals. The council will also consider several reports and by-laws, including an Enbridge Gas franchise agreement, an election sign by-law, a parental leave policy, and a wastewater funding program. Additionally, it will award tree maintenance contracts totaling $50,790 and discuss a Clinton Pool condition report.
- Minor Variance MV01-2022 (Ashby): reduce side yard setback from 3m to 1.5m at 34180 Melena Beach Sideroad
- Minor Variance MV03-2021 (Schoonderwoerd): allow replacement cottage 12.5m from top of bank at 76937 Bluewater Highway
- Award 2022 Tree Maintenance Contracts: Arbor-Aide ($24,500 + $5,950) and Tree Tech ($20,340)
- By-law 10-2022: regulate election signs; By-law 11-2022: pregnancy/parental leave policy; By-law 12-2022: Hydro One parking lot use agreement
- Enbridge Gas Franchise Agreement: authorize execution of documents
Budget Meeting
Central Huron Council is holding a budget meeting to review and discuss the 2022 operating budgets for fire, water and sewer, roads, fleet, and environment, as well as the capital budget. The meeting includes a proposal to pre-approve $80,000 for Holmesville playground equipment replacement before final budget adoption. The agenda is primarily a series of budget review items with recommended motions for approval.
- Pre-approval of $80,000 for Holmesville playground equipment replacement
- 2022 Fire and Emergency Measures operating budget with projected expenses of $905,638
- 2022 Water and Sewer operating budget
- 2022 Roads and Road Sheds operating budget
- 2022 Capital Budget sections: pre-approved, carry forward, and remaining (unapproved)
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will receive a presentation on the Huron County Business Retention & Expansion project, which surveyed local businesses. The council will also consider several routine reports, including the purchase of Maitland Block Road, appointment of an engineer for drainage works, and approval of the 2022 fireworks show. The agenda includes consent items, by-laws, and correspondence, with no public hearings scheduled.
- Purchase of Parts 1 & 6 on Plan 22R327 (Maitland Block Road) from William James and Leandra Jade Thompson
- Appoint Headway Engineering to examine Gross Drainage Works 1985 under Section 78 of the Drainage Act
- Pre-approve $20,000 for 2022 Fireworks Show in Clinton on July 8, 2022
- Award $32,000 (excluding HST) to Road Maintenance Equipment and Services Inc. for a slip-in water tank
- Adopt Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy and draft Election Sign By-law
Special Council
Central Huron's Special Council meeting on January 27, 2022, will consider a formal report recommending approval of a $28,200 (plus HST) contract with X Events for supply, installation, and programming of LED lighting for the Light Tunnel. The report notes that X Events was the only company found that provides lighting design, custom programming, and installation, and that the purchase exceeds the $25,000 threshold requiring Council approval. The meeting will also consider a confirmatory by-law to adopt the proceedings.
- Award contract to X Events for LED lighting at Light Tunnel: $28,200 plus HST
- Report notes single vendor, no other quotes received; procurement policy requires Council approval over $25,000
- Confirmatory By-law 5-2022 to adopt meeting proceedings
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will hold a public meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for a property at 33801 Burke Beach Lane, adjusting special zoning provisions to recognize an existing accessory building. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, monthly reports, and several by-laws for borrowing, interim taxes, and BIA levy.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z03-2017 for 33801 Burke Beach Lane (Tom & Dixie Schell)
- 2022 Borrowing By-law (By-law 1-2022)
- 2022 Interim Tax By-law (By-law 2-2022)
- 2022 BIA Levy By-law (By-law 3-2022)
- Approval of tanker truck purchase at estimated $425,000