French River public meetings in 2021
42 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss capital and maintenance spending for the Noelville lagoon, draft revisions to the Waste Management By-law, and a curbside recycling proposal. The meeting is a discussion and consideration of these items, not a final decision.
- 2022 Noelville Lagoon capital recommendations include $265,000 in recommended capital and $418,250 in maintenance capital
- Draft revisions to Waste Management By-law 2010-26
- Information report on curbside recycling proposal
- Round table discussion
SPECIAL COUNCIL - 07 Dec 2021 - Budget 2022
The Municipality of French River is holding a special council meeting to conduct initial 2022 budget planning and provide direction. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adopting the agenda, disclosing pecuniary interests, and adjourning, with the budget discussion as the main substantive item. No specific budget figures or details are provided in the agenda text.
- Initial 2022 Budget Planning & Direction session
SPECIAL COUNCIL - OPA
French River Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on Official Plan Amendment OPA 21-01FR, which would redesignate 37 St. Antoine Street in Noelville from Institutional to Village Residential to permit a mixed-use development with a dental office and four dwellings. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and a resolution to adopt the amendment by-law (2021-75).
- Public hearing for OPA 21-01FR to redesignate 37 St. Antoine Street, Noelville from Institutional to Village Residential
- Proposed mixed-use development: existing dental office and four dwelling units
- By-law 2021-75 to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 1
- Meeting subject to COVID-19 protocols; proof of vaccination required for in-person attendance
- Live stream available on the Meeting Portal
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is deciding on several items, including a by-law to upgrade the private portion of Lafreniere Road at an estimated cost of $860,000, funded through local improvement charges on 25 properties. Council will also consider awarding an external audit contract to Baker Tilly SNT LLP, adopting a compressed work week trial, and appointing a Deputy Mayor for 2022.
- By-law 2021-69: Upgrade 4.5 km of private Lafreniere Road, Noëlville, at $860,000 total, $34,400 per property, with payment options over up to 25 years
- Award external audit services to Baker Tilly SNT LLP for 2021-2023 at $16,000/year (municipality) and $2,500/year (library), with option to extend to 2025
- Adopt a compressed work week trial for administrative staff
- Appoint a Deputy Mayor for 2022
- Amend cemetery by-law price list (By-law 2021-72)
Public Works Advisory Committee
The Public Works Advisory Committee will discuss a resident request for a turnaround at the end of Shanty Bay Road in Monetville, referred by Council for consideration ahead of 2022 budget deliberations. They will also review the updated Five (5) Year Capital Road Rehabilitation Plan for 2022-2026, which includes road projects, costs, and scheduling changes. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and a round table discussion.
- Shanty Bay Road turnaround request from residents, referred by Council (Resol.2021-236)
- Five (5) Year Capital Road Rehabilitation Plan 2022-2026 with estimated costs (e.g., Serenity Bay $23,177.35, Taillon Road $353,413.23)
- Road plan includes cuts, moved-up, and new projects; e.g., White Tail cut ($326,068.78), Gilbert moved up, Lacroix new ($35,258.85)
- Adoption of minutes from September 29, 2021 meeting
- Round table discussion
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to consider several items, including a shared services agreement for building and by-law services with Killarney and St.-Charles, a donation of medical equipment from the firefighters association, and a trial compressed work week for administrative staff. The agenda also includes requests for donations and a turnaround on Shanty Bay Road.
- By-law 2021-67 to authorize Sudbury East Building and By-law Services Agreement with Killarney and St.-Charles
- French River Firefighters Association donation of 3 trauma bags and 2 Ked Extraction Devices; fundraising for AEDs and stretchers
- Compressed work week trial for administrative staff, proposed for January 7 to September 1, 2022
- Grant application from French River Children's Club for hall rental fee rebate for Christmas event
- Request for free use of Alban Community Centre by Science North for roadshow exhibit
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving two communication tower lease agreements with True802 Wireless Inc. and Spectrum Telecom Group for space on the Noelville Tower. They will also review the 2022 budget process schedule and receive a quarterly report on building and by-law services. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and routine financial reports.
- By-law 2021-64: Authorize lease agreement with True802 Wireless Inc. for Noelville Tower space
- By-law 2021-65: Authorize lease agreement with Spectrum Telecom Group for Noelville Tower space
- 2022 Budget Process and Meeting Schedule: Includes public presentation on March 2, 2022 and adoption on March 16, 2022
- Quarterly Report: Building Controls and By-law Services Department for Q3 2021
- Adoption of minutes from October 20, 2021 regular and special council meetings
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The Municipality of French River's Special Council meeting on October 20, 2021, is dedicated to public hearings for three zoning by-law amendment applications. Each application seeks to rezone parcels of land to align with consent severances, and the council will consider passing the corresponding by-laws. The meeting is hybrid, with public participation options including written comments and pre-registered verbal comments.
- ZBA 21-16FR: Rezone 83 Gilbert Road, Alban from Rural (RU) to Waterfront Residential (WR) (By-law 2021-60)
- ZBA 21-17FR: Rezone Blue Jay Road, Noelville from Residential Rural (RR) to Rural (RU) (By-law 2021-61)
- ZBA 21-196FR: Rezone Lakeview Drive, Alban from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR) (By-law 2021-62)
- Public hearings for consent applications B/36/21/FR, B/37/21/FR, and B/38/21/FR
- Meeting held in hybrid format due to COVID-19; public can watch live or provide comments
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will hear a petition from Trout Lake East Road Fund to upgrade the private portion of Lafreniere Road as a local improvement, with costs recovered through Local Improvement Charges over 25 years. The Clerk recommends deeming the petition received. Council will also review quarterly reports from several departments and consider adopting the 2021 Accessibility Plan.
- Petition to upgrade private portion of Lafreniere Rd (4.5 km) with estimated cost $644,912.56
- Petition supported by 35 of 40 title holders (87.5%), representing 88.2% of assessment
- Request for exception to 10-year payback policy; propose 25-year payback
- Adoption of 2021 Accessibility Plan
- Approval of attendees at ROMA Virtual Conference (Jan 23-25, 2022; $400 early bird rate)
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Municipality of French River's regular council meeting on October 6, 2021, will consider adopting a COVID-19 vaccination policy, which strongly encourages all eligible council, staff, contractors, volunteers, students, interns, and consultants to be fully vaccinated or undergo regular testing. The council will also decide on several by-laws, including winter road maintenance agreements and a travel trailer licensing by-law, and receive reports from advisory committees.
- Adoption of COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (Policy D-9)
- By-law 2021-57: Extension of winter operations equipment agreement with B. Thomas Bulldozing Inc. for 2021-2022
- By-law 2021-55: Winter road maintenance agreement for private portion of Lafrenière Road
- By-law 2021-56: Winter road maintenance agreement for Amateewakea River Road
- By-law 2021-51 (Third Reading): Travel trailer license by-law, with amendments
Public Works Advisory Committee
The Public Works Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and consider a review of the Traffic & Parking By-law #2009-58, an update on speed data collection devices, and other public works matters. The agenda includes adopting previous minutes and a round table discussion. The committee will make recommendations to Council regarding by-law updates.
- Review of Traffic & Parking By-law #2009-58
- Update on speed reports and costing for alternative data collection devices
- Adoption of minutes from June 23, 2021 meeting
- Round table discussion on public works topics
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Noëlville Lagoon annual and monthly reports, updates on transfer site modifications and closure of the Hwy 528 site, and the Environmental Assessment for the Noëlville Landfill. The agenda includes adoption of minutes and a round table discussion.
- Noëlville Lagoon annual report and monthly operational summaries for July and August 2021
- Update on transfer site modifications and closure of Hwy 528 site
- Project update on Environmental Assessment for Noëlville Landfill
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is deciding on several contract awards and agreements, including a land lease extension for a maple syrup operation, a contribution agreement for a youth internship, and tenders for building renovations and trail completion. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and by-laws.
- Award tender #2021-12 for Public Works Building safety retrofit to Capital Construction (2007) Inc. for $172,591.00
- Award tender #2021-09 for VAA Trail Phase 2 to B. Thomas Bulldozing Inc. for $71,300.00
- Authorize land lease extension with Allan and Annie Hébert for maple syrup operation at Scollard Park
- Authorize contribution agreement with NOHFC for a youth internship
- Award purchase of musical instruments for Alban Park up to $29,400
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The Municipality of French River is holding a special council meeting and public hearing to consider a general amendment to Zoning By-law 2014-23 regarding travel trailers and park model trailers, and to adopt a new Travel Trailer License By-law. The zoning amendment would remove current restrictions on travel trailers and add definitions for park model trailers, while the licensing by-law would set annual fees and rules for their use on certain properties. Council will vote on both by-laws at this meeting.
- Public hearing for ZBA 21-15FR to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23 regarding travel trailers and park model trailers
- Adoption of By-law 2021-50 to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23
- Adoption of By-law 2021-51 to license travel trailers
- Annual license fees: $400.00 for applications received on or after April 1, $320.00 before April 1
- Special occasion licenses (no fee) for short-term use on certain zones
Recreation & Community Advisory Committee
The Recreation & Community Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and consider several community projects, including updates on Joe Chartrand Park, the Beautification Project, Alban Beach, and a musical instrument project. They will also discuss a volunteer appreciation night and the Christmas parade. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from a previous meeting and standard procedural items.
- Joe Chartrand Park update on funding, sketch, and concerts in the park
- Musical Instrument project update (fundraising goal $20,000, Council committed $5,000)
- Beautification Project update and remarks
- Ball Park Bleachers discussion
- Christmas Parade planning
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting virtually to consider several financial and operational items, including committing funds over three years to secure a FedNor grant for a Sudbury East investment response plan, approving a by-law for a transfer payment agreement under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program for a safety retrofit of the public works building, and reviewing quarterly reports from finance, environment, and building departments. Council will also consider a motion on curbside household waste collection and a noise by-law exemption request.
- Resolution to commit funds over 3 years to secure FedNor grant for Sudbury East investment response plan
- By-law 2021-48: Transfer Payment Agreement for ICIP COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream for safety retrofit of Municipal Public Works Building
- By-law 2021-45: Appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
- Noise By-law exemption request at 205B Bear Lake Road
- By-law 2021-47: Services Agreement with Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. for hazardous materials collection
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to consider several reports and resolutions, including entering into an agreement with the MTO for sidewalk maintenance and rehabilitation in Noelville, authorizing a funding application for sidewalk rehabilitation, and directing staff on options for a curbside recycling pilot project. The agenda also includes quarterly reports from various departments and adoption of minutes.
- Resolution to adopt by-law 2021-42 for an agreement with MTO for sidewalk maintenance and rehabilitation in Noelville
- Resolution to authorize a funding application to the Canada Community Revitalization Fund for sidewalk rehabilitation in Noelville
- Resolution to direct staff on an option for the Curbside Recycling Pilot Project
- Resolution to adopt by-law 2021-43 for a Pound Service Agreement with North Bay and District Humane Society
- Quarterly reports from Clerk's, Public Works, Parks/Recreation, and Fire departments
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
The French River Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on July 7, 2021, to consider a minor variance application by Lori Wenborne for a property at 33 White Pine Lane, Alban. The request seeks to reduce the required setback from the Optimal Summer Water Level from 20.0 metres to 12.69 metres to allow construction of a seasonal cottage and septic system. The committee will also adopt minutes from its June 2, 2021 meeting. This is a routine zoning matter with one public hearing.
- Public hearing for File A/07/21/FR: setback variance from 20.0m to 12.69m at 33 White Pine Lane, Alban
- Adoption of minutes from June 2, 2021 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom
- No other applications or items on the agenda
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
French River council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings on two zoning by-law amendment applications. The first would add a special provision to recognize an existing sleep cabin without a principal dwelling in a Rural zone at 530 Highway 535, Noelville. The second would rezone a property at 321 I Dry Pine Bay Road from Rural to Waterfront Residential to permit a detached garage. The council will consider passing the associated by-laws after the hearings.
- ZBA 21-10FR: Special provision to recognize existing sleep cabin (approx. 44.5 sq m) without principal dwelling at 530 Highway 535, Noelville (By-law 2021-41)
- ZBA 21-11FR: Rezone from Rural to Waterfront Residential at 321 I Dry Pine Bay Road to permit detached garage (28 ft x 28 ft) set 3.048 m from interior side yard (By-law 2021-40)
- Public hearings held electronically on July 7, 2021 at 5:30 PM
- Comments must be submitted in writing to clerk@frenchriver.ca before by-law passage to preserve appeal rights
Public Works Advisory Committee
The Public Works Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and consider an updated 10-year road plan (2022-2032) and the potential use of speed radars and car counters. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and a round table discussion. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and consideration.
- Updated 10 Year Road Plan 2022-2032
- Speed radars / car counter discussion
- Adoption of minutes from Dec 4, 2019 and Feb 19, 2020
- Round table discussion
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and consider recommendations on waste management, including the closure of the Wolseley Bay waste transfer site and modified hours at the Public Works yard site. They will also review a report on these changes and engage in round table discussion. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the April 14, 2021 meeting.
- Closure of Hwy 528 (Wolseley Bay) waste transfer site
- Modified hours for Public Works yard waste transfer site
- Curbside recycling services for urban areas
- Increased monitoring at Alban waste transfer site
- Fencing and equipping Alban, Monetville, and Shaw Road transfer sites
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is deciding on a lease agreement with Centre de santé Univi Health Centre for office space in the Municipal Complex, including a 3% rent increase. They will also review a communication and implementation plan to close the Wolseley Bay waste transfer site and modify hours at the Public Works site, with estimated costs to be approved. A sponsorship request from a local high school for a recreation yard redevelopment is also on the agenda.
- By-law 2021-37 to authorize lease with Centre de santé Univi Health Centre, 3% rent increase
- Closure of Wolseley Bay waste transfer site effective September 7, 2021
- Modified hours at Public Works waste transfer site: Saturdays 6pm to Wednesdays 7am
- Sponsorship request from Grade 9 class, École secondaire de la Rivière-des-Français, for recreation yard redevelopment
- Monthly Disbursements Report for May 2021
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The Municipality of French River is holding a special council meeting to conduct a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment application (ZBA 21-08FR) by Carol Rochon and George Courchesne. The proposal would rezone a property at 56 Highway 607 from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR) to permit its intended residential use. Council is expected to consider adopting By-law 2021-38 to effect the rezoning. The meeting is being held virtually due to the pandemic.
- Public hearing for ZBA 21-08FR: rezone 56 Highway 607 from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR)
- Proposed By-law 2021-38 to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23
- Consent application B/23/21/FR for one residential rural lot (~0.93 ha, 83.82 m frontage)
- Planning Board conditions include $250 fee and zoning amendment approval
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several economic development items, including an update on the Blue Sky Net broadband project, highway signage on Highway 69, a proposed tourism app, and preliminary planning for a multi-functional community centre. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from a February 2020 meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and consideration.
- Broadband project update by Blue Sky Net (Susan Church)
- Highway 69 southbound sign completion and northbound sign plans
- Tourism app project discussion, including cost and potential points of interest
- Discussion of contacting Dokis First Nation chief about tourism app participation
- Preliminary discussion on strategic planning for a multi-functional community centre
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will consider awarding contracts for road surface treatment and environmental consulting services, renew a land lease, and authorize a funding application for park improvements. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and disbursements.
- Award Tender #2021-08 to Miller Paving LTD. for $317,158 for surface treatment of Léger, Presqu'ile, Brousseau, Dry Pine Bay, White Pine Lane and Pine Ridge Roads
- Award RFP #2021-05 to EXP Services INC. for $134,762.19 for Noelville Waste Disposal Site environmental services and adopt By-law 2021-34
- Adopt By-law 2021-35 to renew land lease for North Channel Wharf with Rainbow Camp for 5 years
- Authorize funding application to Canada Healthy Community Initiative for Joe Chartrand Park improvements (estimated $140,000)
- Sponsorship request from Grade 9 class of École secondaire de la Rivière-des-Français for recreation yard redevelopment
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
The French River Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a minor variance application by Eric and Mélanie Bouffard to increase the maximum height of an accessory structure (detached garage) from 5.0 to 6.0 metres at 370 White Tail Road, Noelville. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the November 18, 2020 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing for File A/05/21FR: variance to allow 6.0 m garage height instead of 5.0 m at 370 White Tail Road
- Adoption of minutes from November 18, 2020 Committee of Adjustment meeting
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council will consider adopting a new Procedure By-law that eliminates the Combined Meeting format and adjusts the regular meeting schedule. Council will also vote on awarding contracts for the Prévost Road rehabilitation and dust suppressant supply, approve the audited 2020 financial statements, and adopt a Volunteer Recognition Policy.
- Adoption of Procedure By-law 2021-32, removing Combined Meetings and changing regular meeting dates
- Award contract for Prévost Road Rehabilitation (tender results)
- Award contract for supply and application of dust suppressant (tender results)
- Approve audited 2020 Financial Statements presented by Baker Tilly
- Adopt Volunteer Recognition Policy and recognize volunteers virtually in 2021
COMBINED COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to decide on awarding a three-year street sweeping contract, amending its governance structure, and acting on Environmental Advisory Committee recommendations to close or modify waste transfer sites. The agenda also includes awarding an ice plant header contract at the Noëlville Arena and approving the Sudbury East Planning Board apportionment.
- Award street sweeping contract to Duncor Enterprises: $32,850 for 2021, $1,295/km (streets) and $1,200 (sidewalks) for 2022, $1,320/km and $1,240 for 2023, plus HST
- Amend Procedure By-law to replace Combined Council Meeting with Regular Council Meeting
- Close Hwy 528 (Wolseley Bay) waste transfer site
- Close Public Works yard transfer site during landfill operating hours (trial)
- Award contract for ice plant header at Noëlville Arena
Recreation & Community Advisory Committee
The Recreation & Community Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and plan Canada Day 2021 celebrations, review a volunteer recognition policy, and consider a quote for musical instruments. The agenda includes updates on beautification and Alban Beach projects. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items being discussions and recommendations rather than final decisions.
- Canada Day 2021 planning with promotional product quotes (e.g., flags, pins, kits)
- Volunteer Recognition Policy A-15 review and recommendation
- Musical instruments quote review for recommendation
- Beautification project update
- Alban Beach project update
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to consider several by-laws and reports, including the adoption of the 2021 tax ratios and final tax levy, which set property tax rates and due dates. The agenda also includes quarterly reports from various departments, a sewage service rates by-law, and resolutions to award contracts for fire trucks and extrication tools. The meeting is being held virtually via Zoom.
- Adopt Tax Ratios By-law 2021-27 setting 2021 tax ratios for property classes
- Adopt Final Tax Levy By-law 2021-28 setting 2021 levy at $6,120,764
- Adopt Sewage Service Rates By-law 2021-26
- Authorize staff to enter into Commercial Waste Collection Service Agreements
- Award purchase of Fire Trucks and Battery-Operated Vehicle Extrication Tools
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss a third-party waste collection review, including consultant recommendations and staff analysis, and receive a recycling education presentation. The committee is considering changes to the municipality's waste collection system, such as closing some waste transfer sites and developing others with fencing and supervision.
- Review of J2PG Consulting Inc. waste collection operational review report
- Discussion of closing Wolseley Bay and Public Works waste transfer sites
- Proposal to develop Alban Community Centre, Monetville, and Shaw Road waste transfer sites with fencing and supervision
- Recycling education presentation
- Cost estimates: $90,000 capital for 3 WTS upgrades, $247,513 operating cost, $221.36 per dwelling
COMBINED COUNCIL
The combined council will vote on the annual fees and charges by-law, lift a one-foot reserve along Serenity Bay Road to allow legal access, and authorize transfer payment agreements for a fire safety grant and the Alban Community Centre renovation. It will also consider a travel trailer license by-law and a zoning amendment for park model trailers, plus a closed session on selling two vacant lots on Daoust Street.
- Adopt 2021-22 Fees and Related Charges By-law (Schedule A-H)
- Lift one-foot reserve on Block 8, Plan 53M-1269 along Serenity Bay Road
- Authorize Transfer Payment Agreement for Fire Safety Grant (By-law 2021-23)
- Authorize Transfer Payment Agreement for ICIP Program - Alban Community Centre renovation (By-law 2021-24)
- Closed session on proposed disposition of two vacant lots on Daoust Street, Noelville
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
French River council holds a special meeting and public hearing to consider ZBA 21-05FR, a zoning by-law amendment for a lot at 318 Golf Course Road, Alban. The amendment would rezone the severed parcel from Open Space (OS) to Residential Rural (RR) to match its intended use as a lot addition to the adjacent property at 301 Riverview Dr. Council will also vote on By-law 2021-20 to enact the change.
- Public hearing for ZBA 21-05FR (833420 Ontario Limited)
- Rezone from Open Space (OS) to Residential Rural (RR) at 318 Golf Course Road, Alban
- Lot addition of approx. 0.13 ha with 5.0 m frontage to be added to 301 Riverview Dr
- Adoption of By-law 2021-20 to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23
- Consent application B/12/21/FR with $200 fee to Sudbury East Planning Board
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River council is meeting to adopt the 2021 operating and capital budget, renew a fire protection agreement with Killarney, and hear a playground equipment presentation. They will also consider correspondence objecting to Hydro One's elimination of seasonal electricity rates. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and by-laws.
- Adoption of 2021 Budget By-law 2021-16 (operating and capital)
- Fire Protection Services Agreement with Killarney (By-law 2021-17)
- Playground structure presentation for Joe Chartrand Park (~$60,000)
- Correspondence opposing Hydro One's elimination of seasonal rate class
- Capital budget includes $600,000 for roads and $50,625 for Labrosse Road rehab
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss a third-party waste collection review and hold a round table discussion. The agenda includes adopting minutes from a previous meeting. The main items are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Third Party Waste Collection Review
- Adoption of minutes from October 23, 2019
- Round Table Discussion
COMBINED COUNCIL
The combined council meeting will receive the Integrity Commissioner's 2020 annual report, which confirms no complaints or inquiries were submitted, and will review the draft final 2021 budget. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and routine procedural items.
- Public Budget Presentation of the Draft Final 2021 Budget
- Resolution to receive Integrity Commissioner Services - 2020 Annual Report
- Adoption of minutes from Special and Regular Council meetings held February 17, 2021
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to decide on several by-laws, including a winter maintenance agreement with Paroisse St. David Parish, adoption of a Volunteer Firefighters Policy, and an amendment to the Employee Policy Manual that would raise the vision care benefit from $300 to $350 every two years. Council will also consider requests from Markstay-Warren to support a freeze on Sudbury East Planning Board apportionment increases, and from Univi Health Centre to display a community mosaic at the St. Christophe Street Community Garden. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and a monthly disbursements report.
- By-law 2021-11: Authorize winter maintenance agreement with Paroisse St. David Parish for parking lots
- By-law 2021-12: Adopt Volunteer Firefighters Policy
- By-law 2021-13: Amend Employee Policy Manual to increase vision care benefit to $350 every two years
- Request from Markstay-Warren to support freezing Sudbury East Planning Board apportionment increases
- Request from Univi Health Centre to display a community mosaic at St. Christophe Street Community Garden
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
This special council meeting is a public hearing for zoning by-law amendment application ZBA 21-01FR by 1866551 Ontario Limited. The proposal would rezone five lots to be severed on Courchesne Road from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR) and allow reduced lot frontages of 50 metres instead of the required 60 metres. Council is considering adopting By-law 2021-10 to implement the amendment.
- Public hearing for ZBA 21-01FR to rezone five lots on Courchesne Road to Residential Rural (RR)
- Proposed By-law 2021-10 would add Special Provision 95 to allow 50.0 metre lot frontages (60.0 metres normally required)
- Lots range from 1.15 to 1.38 hectares, located on Part of Lot 6, Concession 1, Township of Delamere
- Consent applications B/1-5/21/FR require $1,000 fee ($200 per lot) to Sudbury East Planning Board
- Council may require up to 5% land conveyance for park purposes or cash-in-lieu
SPECIAL COUNCIL
This special council meeting is dedicated to presenting and deliberating the draft 2021 budget, with department-by-department reviews covering areas like economic development, fire, police, public works, and recreation. The agenda is substantive, focusing on budget allocations and totals, not just procedural items.
- Draft 2021 budget presentation and deliberation
- Review of Economic Development budget
- Review of Fire Department budget
- Review of Police Services (OPP) budget
- Review of Public Works budget
COMBINED COUNCIL
French River's combined council meets virtually to consider departmental fourth-quarter reports for 2020, a draft winter maintenance agreement with a local parish, and a motion to dispose of surplus municipal properties. The agenda is largely routine, with reports from the clerk, finance, public works, recreation, fire, and building departments, plus a proposed extension of a shared services agreement.
- Motion to dispose of surplus municipal properties, submitted by Councillor Randy Hazlett
- Draft Winter Maintenance Agreement with the Paroisse St. David Parish
- Resolution to extend the SEBBS shared services agreement and repeal By-law 2021-05
- Draft amendments to the Volunteer Firefighter Policy
- 2020 fourth-quarter budget variance reports (operating and capital)
REGULAR COUNCIL
French River Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a request from the French River Community Gardens to establish a food forest on municipal property, a resolution to establish a municipal beach and authorize a land use permit, and a by-law to enter into a shared services agreement for building and by-law services with neighboring municipalities. Council will also consider a deeming by-law for a registered plan, correspondence about backyard chickens, and routine items like minutes and borrowing by-laws.
- French River Community Gardens presentation on Food Forest Project and request to establish on municipal property
- Resolution to establish a Municipal Beach and authorize a Land Use Permit for 1053 Highway 64, Alban
- By-law #2021-05 to authorize Shared Service Agreement for Sudbury East Building and By-law Services (SEBBS) with Killarney, Markstay-Warren, and St.-Charles
- By-law to deem part of a Registered Plan not registered (File No. DBL 20-03FR, Norbert & Lynda Guillemette)
- Correspondence from Larry & Alisha Martin requesting by-law amendments for backyard chickens
SPECIAL COUNCIL
The Municipality of French River is holding a special council meeting to conduct a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment requested by Marc and Alain Bisaillon. The amendment would allow one hunt camp as a permitted use on their property at Lot 6, Concession 5, in the Township of Delamere, while maintaining the current Residential Rural (RR) zone. Council will consider adopting By-law 2021-04 to enact this change.
- Public hearing for ZBA 20-20FR (Bisaillon) to allow a hunt camp on Chartrand Rd, Alban
- Proposed By-law 2021-04 to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23 with Special Provision 94
- Property is Lot 6, Concession 5, Delamere Township, Parcel 12230 Sudbury East Section
- Meeting held online via Civicweb on January 20, 2021 at 5:45 PM