Chapple public meetings in 2021
15 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Regular Council meets on December 16, 2021, with delegations on a New Gold assessment appeal and municipal insurance renewal. Council will consider Bylaw 1769 amending user fees, Bylaw 1770 on 2021 council expenditures, Bylaw 1771 authorizing borrowing from CIBC, and Bylaw 1772 for a land lease. Reports cover building permits, fire department training, water treatment, and emergency management, with an in-camera session on labour relations and litigation.
- Bylaw 1769 - Amend User Fees
- Bylaw 1770 - Council Expenditures for 2021
- Bylaw 1771 - CIBC Authorization to Borrow
- Bylaw 1772 - Land Lease
- Westland Insurance - Municipal Insurance Renewal
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Regular Council meets Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 9:00 AM in the Community Hall. Council will receive a delegation on a Septic Dump Site Agreement, review October 12, 2021 minutes, and consider financial statements, reports, and resolutions. An in-camera session is listed for litigation or potential litigation (New Gold Assessment Appeal) and personal matters about an identifiable individual (land use agreement).
- Delegation at 10:30 a.m. by Bill Romyn on a Septic Dump Site Agreement
- Accounts and General Financial Statements for November 2021, plus Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund 4th Qt Transfer Payment and 2022 Allocation Notice
- Chapple Community Development Fund: New Gold 2021 Q3 Royalty
- Municipal Modernization Program Intake 2 - Third-Party Review Stream: Raw Water Feasibility Study - Initial Payment
- Resolutions and By-laws: Human Resource Policy amendment, Off Lake Road Culvert Replacement release of 10% statutory holdback, OMERS Investment Performance third-party review
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Council will review financial statements, including a $176,709.12 accounts payable total, and reports from the Fire Department and Water Treatment Plant. Key decisions include approving the Community Well Being Plan, the Interim Operating Report for the Landfill Management Plan, and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Emo Borderland Snowmobile Club. The meeting also includes an in-camera session regarding employee matters and litigation.
- Approval of the Community Well Being Plan (CSWB Plan RR District).
- Review of P21-030-1 Chapple Interim Operating Report Proposal for the Landfill Management Plan.
- Bylaw 1768: MOU with Emo Borderland Snowmobile Club.
- Estimate to cap vs replace hydrant on Cedar Yard Road.
- In-camera discussion on New Gold ARB, consent to assign, and employee vaccination refusal.
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Council will review financial statements totaling approximately $371,800 for payment. Key decisions include approving a Transfer Payment Agreement for the Municipal Modernization Program Intake 2 and passing Bylaw 1767 regarding a Romyn Agreement. The agenda also includes reports on water treatment plant operations, fire department activities, and public works.
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $371,800.45 (General, EFT, and Payroll).
- Passage of Bylaw 1767 - Romyn Agreement.
- Adoption of the Municipal Modernization Program Intake 2 Transfer Payment Agreement (Bylaw 1766).
- Resolution for 3rd Quarter Education Levies.
- Review of August 2021 Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Lagoon work order summaries.
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Council meets on August 17, 2021 to review financial statements, reports, and several resolutions and bylaws. Key items include Bylaw 1764 for the ICIP COVID Resilience Infrastructure Stream, Bylaw 1765 for a Xerox lease agreement, and two progress payments for the Off Lake Road Culvert Replacement. Council will also receive a delegation from WestFraser and discuss an in-camera matter regarding a New Gold donation.
- Bylaw 1764 - ICIP: COVID Resilience Infrastructure Stream - Local Government Stream Projects
- Bylaw 1765 - Xerox Agreement (equipment leasing)
- Off Lake Road Culvert Replacement - Progress Payment #1 and #2
- Riverside Foundation for Health Care - Donation pledge for Diagnostic Imaging Equipment
- In-camera: solicitor-client privilege advice regarding New Gold Donation
Special Council
The Township of Chapple holds a special council meeting on July 29, 2021 at 9:00 AM at the Community Hall. Council will hear a 9:00 a.m. delegation from Tyrell Griffith/Fire Chief and the Rainy River Federation of Agriculture about emergency water for livestock during drought conditions. Council will also consider an Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure request of $10,633.92 for cattail removal at the Chapple Lagoon, and may go in-camera to discuss a medical leave involving an identifiable individual.
- Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure request of $10,633.92 for cattail removal at the Chapple Lagoon (work order 1876015, project start July 19, 2021)
- Delegation at 9:00 a.m. by Tyrell Griffith/Fire Chief and the Rainy River Federation of Agriculture on emergency water for northwestern Ontario farmers
- In-camera item: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees — medical leave
- Provincial support noted in the delegation materials: up to $2 million for the Northwestern Livestock Emergency Assistance Initiative, including up to $800,000 to Beef Farmers of Ontario
Regular Council
Chapple's regular council meets July 13, 2021 with a 10:00 a.m. deputation from the Riverside Foundation for Health Care's 'Picture This' campaign, a $1.5M effort to upgrade X-ray rooms to digital and buy a new CT scanner and digital mammography unit; the Foundation requests a pledged gift of $15,000 over three years. Council will also consider Bylaw 1763 approving a Water and Waste Water System Financial Plan, a letter of intent to join the 2022 North West Ontario Aerial Photography Project, and an endorsement request for a women's shelter from the Town of Fort Frances. Reports cover accounts, building stats, recreation, fire, public works, the water treatment plant, and the CAO/Clerk-Treasurer. An in-camera session is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on personal matters, litigation, and solicitor-client advice.
- Riverside Foundation 'Picture This' deputation: $1.5M campaign for digital X-ray upgrades, CT scanner, and digital mammography; asks Chapple for $15,000 over three years
- Bylaw 1763 - Approval of Water and Waste Water System Financial Plan
- Letter of Intent to participate in North West Ontario Aerial Photography Project 2022
- Endorsement request from Town of Fort Frances for a Women's Shelter
- In-camera: Emo Public Library resignation/Fire Dept personal matters, ARB/Settlement Conference - Norbord litigation, New Gold solicitor-client advice
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Council is meeting to finalize and approve the 2021 municipal budget, which includes a 2% levy increase. The agenda also covers the adoption of By-law 1761 to set property tax rates for 2021 and By-law 1762 regarding a joint Fire Chief agreement. Additional items include financial statements, building permit reports, and correspondence regarding local police governance and flooding claims.
- Final approval of 2021 Budget with $1,745,970.00 total municipal taxation levy
- By-law 1761: Levy and Collect Property Taxes for 2021
- By-law 1762: Agreement for Joint Fire Chief Services
- Off Lake Road Culvert Replacement tentative schedule
- TBaytel Tower Lighting/Marking Modification concurrence request
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple holds its regular council meeting on May 11, 2021, with a 10:30 a.m. presentation of the 2021 draft budget and a 10:00 a.m. delegation from Stefan Szeder on lot development and a peat plant. Council is set to consider several by-laws and resolutions, including opting out of the Vacant Unit Rebate Program, an agreement with BDO Wealth Management, a tax incentive approval, and the purchase of Aggregate Permit 9181 from Paul Brown Trucking Ltd. It will also receive reports on the fire department's 2021 pumper-tanker, water treatment operations, and correspondence on local police governance and a CN Railway vegetation control notice.
- 10:00 a.m. delegation: Stefan Szeder on Lot Development/Peat Plant
- 10:30 a.m. presentation of the 2021 DRAFT BUDGET
- By-law 1759: Opt-Out of the Vacant Unit Rebate Program
- By-law 1760: BDO Wealth Management agreement for oversight of investable assets
- Purchase of Aggregate Permit 9181 from Paul Brown Trucking Ltd. (Invoice 20210501)
Special Council
The Chapple, Ontario council is holding a special virtual meeting on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 10:00 AM. The agenda includes adopting the agenda, a 10:00 a.m. delegation from Guy Tudino/MTE Paralegal, and an in-camera session on litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, specifically the Norbord ARB. The remaining agenda items are procedural, and the attached pages are largely unreadable.
- 10:00 a.m. delegation from Guy Tudino/MTE Paralegal
- In-camera session on litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; Norbord ARB
- Adoption of the agenda (RES-01)
- Next Council Meeting Date (RES-03)
Regular Council
Chapple's Township Council meets April 13, 2021 to receive the 2020 audited financial statements from BDO and a revised 2021 capital submission from the Ontario Clean Water Agency. Council will also consider several purchases and agreements, including a roads reclaimer, fire department protective equipment, and a culvert replacement tender, plus an at-large electoral representation bylaw. Several items are handled in closed session covering a Norbord tax assessment appeal and personnel matters.
- BDO presents the draft audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020
- Ontario Clean Water Agency presents the 2021 revised capital submission
- Roads - purchase of a reclaimer (RES-12-2021)
- Tender 2021-01 Off Lake Road culvert replacement by K.Smart Associates (RES-18-2021)
- In-camera: Norbord Inc. assessment appeal and personnel matters for Administration, Public Works, Fire Dept, and CBO
Special Council
The Township of Chapple council is holding a special meeting on March 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Community Hall. The only substantive item listed is a closed (in-camera) discussion about personal matters concerning an identifiable individual, including municipal employees, related to the Fire Department. The remaining agenda items — call to order, adoption of agenda, declaration of interest, delegations, agenda items, resolutions and by-laws, and adjournment — are procedural and no details are provided.
- In-camera session on personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees, related to the Fire Department
- No delegations, resolutions, or by-laws are listed with details
- No dollar amounts, contracts, or public hearings appear on the agenda
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple council meets March 9, 2021 to review its accounts and financial statements, receive reports from AMBIS, DSSAB, recreation, fire, public works and the water treatment plant, and consider resolutions on NOMA conference registration and a Municipal Modernization Program application. A delegation from Municipal Roads is scheduled for 10:45 a.m. Council will also review correspondence on Ontario's draft Northern transportation plan and a Northwestern Health Unit response.
- Delegation at 10:45 a.m. from Clare Brunetta/Municipal Roads
- 2021 OCIF Formula Based Funding and 2021 COVID-19 Recovery Funding from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on the agenda
- Off Lake Road Culvert claims #1 and #2 under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Rural & Northern stream
- DSSAB 2021 approved budget and levy, plus Community Safety & Well-Being Plan materials
- Resolution on 2021 NOMA Conference & AGM registration and a Municipal Modernization Program Intake 2 third-party review stream item
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple's Regular Council meets February 9, 2021 to adopt the agenda, review minutes, and consider a series of resolutions and by-laws. Key items include a New Gold minutes of settlement, purchase of a pumper-tanker combination fire apparatus, and a utility account adjustment. Council will also review financial statements, reports from AMBIS, recreation, fire, public works, and the water treatment plant, plus correspondence from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
- New Gold - Minutes of Settlement (RES-08-2021)
- Pumper-Tanker Combination Fire Apparatus - Invoice for CHASSIS, FREIGHTLINER M2 106 (RES-09-2021)
- Utility Account 00000600.003 - Adjustment (RES-11-2021)
- Township of Sioux Narrows - Nestor Falls support for small businesses (RES-10-2021)
- 2021 Chapple Capital Initial Submission and DRAFT Capital 2021
Regular Council
Chapple Township Council meets Jan. 12, 2021 to review 2020 minutes, financial statements, and departmental reports, and to consider resolutions and bylaws. Key items include Bylaw 1754 setting the 2021 interim tax levy, Bylaw 1755 appointing officers and employees, and a donation to the Fort Frances Out of Cold Warming Centre. Council will also receive a delegation from OCWA and may go in-camera on personnel, legal, and culvert tender matters.
- Bylaw 1754 - Interim Tax Levy for 2021
- Bylaw 1755 - 2021 appointments of officers and employees
- Donation to Fort Frances Homelessness Committee - Out of Cold Warming Centre
- Bylaw 1756 - Local Authority Services natural gas agreement
- In-camera: OCWA personnel, Letter of Intent legal advice, Off Lake Culvert tender