Frontenac public meetings in 2023
36 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council meets on December 20, 2023 to elect its Warden and Deputy Warden, hear the Warden's inaugural address, and work through committee reports. Council is also set to consider 2024 tax ratios and tax rates, distribute the Canada Community-Building Fund to the four townships, and decide on K&P Trail matters including ATV access and a land right-of-way. Several motions and a long list of communications from other municipalities are also on the agenda.
- Election of Warden and Deputy Warden, followed by the Warden's inaugural address
- 2024 tax ratios, tax rate reductions, and 2024 tax rate by-laws (Proposed By-laws 2023-055 and 2023-056)
- Authorize writing off $4,034.67 in Fairmount Home accounts receivable (Report 2023-133)
- Decision not to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith (Report 2023-079)
- By-law to declare K&P Trail land at Cole Lake surplus for a right-of-way (Report 2023-128, Proposed By-law 2024-001)
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
Frontenac County's Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee meets Dec. 13, 2023 to hear briefings and consider reports on trail access, housing, and planning fees. Members will discuss a request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail between Verona and Harrowsmith, a request for trail access at Cole Lake, and an Official Plan Amendment allowing additional dwelling units in South Frontenac. The committee also reviews proposed 2024 updates to land-use planning fees and receives an informational report on Open Farm Days.
- Request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith (Reports 2023-129 and 2023-079, the latter deferred from July 5, 2023)
- Request for access across the K&P Trail at Cole Lake, Part Lot 9, Concession 2, Central Frontenac, with a proposed by-law to declare lands surplus for a right-of-way
- Official Plan Amendment Number 25 to the Township of South Frontenac Official Plan to permit, define, and regulate additional dwelling units
- Proposed 2024 updates to the County's Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning (Schedule C) and Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property (Schedule F) under By-Law 2023-007
- Briefings from OPP Sgt. Byron Newell on safety and bylaw enforcement and Mathieu Roy of Trans Canada Trails on trail designations and funding
Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee
The Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee meets December 11, 2023 at the Newterra Plant in Brockville for a closed session. The committee will resolve into closed session under Section 239(3.1) of The Municipal Act for member education — a tour of the plant and a presentation by senior staff, tied to Frontenac's move toward creating a public utility for communal services. The agenda states the committee will rise from closed session without reporting. No other business items appear on the agenda.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(3.1) for member education
- Educational field trip and tour of Newterra plant, 1291 California Ave, Brockville, ON
- Presentation by senior staff related to Frontenac's move toward creating a public utility for communal services
- Committee to rise from closed session without reporting
Chief Administrative Officer Selection Committee
The Chief Administrative Officer Selection Committee is holding its first meeting to organize the search for a new CAO, the County's top appointed official. Members will elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt the agenda, and work through items on candidate qualifications, County challenges, advertising strategy, and the hiring and interview process. No hiring decision or candidate is being made at this meeting; it is a planning session.
- Election of committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of candidate qualifications and leadership attributes for the CAO role
- Discussion of County history and future challenges
- Setting preferred advertising strategies for the CAO posting
- Finalizing the hiring process, interview strategy, and timelines
Special Council
Frontenac County Council is holding a special meeting to set up the committee that will help hire a new Chief Administrative Officer, working with search firm Palmer & Associates. Council will consider appointing four councillors to the selection committee and amending its procedural by-law to create that committee. It will also vote on a confirmatory by-law covering the actions of this November 23, 2023 meeting. The agenda is short and largely procedural.
- Report 2023-127: appoint four councillors (names shown as [xx, xx, xx, xx]) to the CAO Selection Committee
- Committee would work with Palmer & Associates on recruitment and select the successful candidate, possibly with full Council
- Proposed By-law 2023-051: amend Procedural By-law 2022-0026 to add Schedule B-6, CAO Selection Committee
- Proposed By-law 2023-052: confirm all actions and proceedings of Council on November 23, 2023
- Report states no financial implications; a prior motion (197-23) authorized an agreement with Palmer & Associates
Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee
The Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee meets for the first time on November 20, 2023, in Sydenham. The agenda covers electing a chair and vice chair, adopting the agenda, and orientation briefings from the Clerk and from the CAO and Director of Planning on communal services and the Municipal Services Corporation. Members will also discuss a preliminary list of items, including promoting communal services to developers, the role and appointment of a CEO, asset disposition and assumption policies, and potential operating models, plus a tour of the Newterra Facility.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the new committee
- Orientation by Clerk Jannette Amini on the committee mandate and Code of Conduct
- Briefing by CAO Kelly Pender and Joe Gallivan on communal services and the Municipal Services Corporation
- Discussion items: promoting communal services to developers, CEO role and appointment, asset disposition policy, asset assumption process, potential operating models
- Tour of the Newterra Facility; next meeting set for January 15, 2024
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council meets November 15, 2023, starting with a closed session on CAO performance appraisal and solicitor-client advice, then reconvening in open session at 9:30 a.m. In open session, Council will consider adopting the 2024 budget, a 2024 Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry fees and fares by-law, and several spending items. It will also hear a delegation from the Wolfe Island EMS Committee about removal of the island's ambulance.
- 2024 County budget: draft revision report and proposed By-law No. 2023-048 to adopt 2024 estimates
- 2024 Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry fees and fares schedule, proposed By-law No. 2023-047
- Up to $12,000 from the Canada Community Building Fund for K&P Trail repairs between Clarendon Station and Robertsville Road
- $36,000 contribution to the EOWC '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan deliverables to March 31, 2024
- Delegation from Andrew McCallum and Hugh Cowan, Wolfe Island EMS Committee, on removal of the ambulance previously stationed on Wolfe Island
Accessibility Advisory Committee (FAAC)
The Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee meets to adopt its agenda and the minutes of its August 1, 2023 meeting, receive township updates, and hear reports. One report (2023-118) summarizes public engagement for the 2022 review of the County's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan; it is for information only. The committee also considers the 2023 Celebration of Accessibility Awards. No decisions on budgets, contracts, or bylaws appear on this agenda.
- Report 2023-118: summary of the 2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan Review Engage Frontenac project — 148 site visits, 4 engaged and 32 informed visitors, 1 survey with 2 contributors (information only)
- Consideration of the 2023 Celebration of Accessibility Awards (distributed under separate cover)
- Adoption of minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting
- Township updates from North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, South Frontenac, and Frontenac Islands
- Next meeting to be set at the call of the Chair once the Warden's Wine and Cheese date is finalized
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee of Frontenac County is holding a meeting on October 25, 2023, in the Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber in Sydenham. The agenda covers routine items: adopting the agenda, adopting minutes from September 20 and October 16, 2023, and a closed session authorized under Section 239 of the Municipal Act to discuss the annual performance appraisal of the Chief Administrative Officer. No items of business are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act on personal matters about an identifiable individual — the annual performance appraisal of the Chief Administrative Officer
- Adoption of minutes from the September 20, 2023 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from the October 16, 2023 meeting
- No items of business listed on the agenda
Committee of the Whole Budget Meetings - 24 and Oct 2023
The Committee of the Whole meets October 24-25, 2023 to review the 2024 Draft Budget, including departmental business plans and project proposals, and to consider funding requests from Cataraqui Conservation and the Food Policy Council of KFL&A. Council is asked to approve the 2024-2028 Business Plans and to include listed project proposals in budget deliberations. No tax rate or final budget decisions are made at this meeting; the draft budget document is referenced online.
- 2024 Draft Budget business plans and project proposals reviewed over two days, with departmental presentations
- Cataraqui Conservation requests an annual $25,000 contribution from Frontenac County toward the Cataraqui Trail
- Cataraqui Conservation reports a 2024 general levy budget of $73,850 against a target annual budget of $260,000, a $190,000 deficit
- Food Policy Council of KFL&A funding request of $500, funded from the levy since 2021
- Proposed projects include a Community Development Officer, Physician Recruitment, K&P Trail dust suppression, and enhanced paramedic resources
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council meets October 18, 2023, starting with a closed session on property security and funding negotiations. In open session, Council will consider appointing KPMG LLP as auditor for 2023-2027, adopting Official Plan Amendment 3 to allow communal water and wastewater services for new development, and receiving 2024 draft budget presentations from public health, library, and housing services. Council will also consider a motion supporting provincial legislation to strengthen municipal codes of conduct, and receive the Planning and Economic Development 2024-2028 Business Plan.
- Appointment of KPMG LLP as auditor for financial reporting years 2023-2027 (Report 2023-110)
- Official Plan Amendment 3 to recognize communal water and wastewater services for new development across Frontenac County (Report 2023-109)
- Final approval of Hartington Subdivision, County File 10T-2013/002 (Report 2023-112)
- 2024 draft budget presentations from KFL&A Public Health, Kingston Frontenac Public Library, and City of Kingston Housing and Social Services
- Motion supporting AMO call for provincial legislation to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct and enforcement
Administration Committee
Frontenac's Administration Committee meets October 16, 2023 in virtual format. The main item of business is consideration of applications for appointments to the Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee, which is to have five members with expertise in financial management, communal servicing engineering, and land development. The agenda also includes routine procedural items: adoption of the agenda, disclosure of pecuniary interest, adoption of minutes, and setting the next meeting date. Application details were distributed separately from the agenda and are not included in the text provided.
- Consideration of applications for appointments to the Communal Services Technical Advisory Committee
- Committee to have five members with expertise in financial management, communal servicing engineering, and land development
- Applications distributed separately from the agenda
- Adoption of minutes from a prior meeting
- Meeting held in virtual electronic format via YouTube
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting on Official Plan Amendment Number 3, which would add policies recognizing communal water and wastewater services as a preferred servicing option for new development across Frontenac County. Staff are recommending the committee support the amendment and forward it to County Council. The committee will also hear a briefing on the department's 2024-2028 business plan and consider recommending its approval.
- Official Plan Amendment Number 3 (Report 2023-109) would recognize communal water and wastewater services for new development; staff recommend approval
- Statutory public meeting required by the Planning Act; notice published in Frontenac News 20 days in advance
- Staff briefing by Sonya Bolton and Richard Allen on the 2024-2028 Planning and Economic Development Business Plan
- Report 2023-099 asks the committee to recommend Council approve the 2024-2028 Business Plan
- Communications from the Verona District ATV Club on trail passes and Richard Allen on ATV access to KP Trail south of Verona to Harrowsmith
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee meets September 20, 2023, with a short agenda: adopting the agenda, adopting minutes from its January 11, 2023 meeting, and going into closed session. The closed session is authorized under Section 239 of the Municipal Act to consider adoption of closed minutes from a CAO Performance Appraisal Review Committee meeting and personal matters about an identifiable individual relating to the annual performance appraisal of the Chief Administrative Officer. No reports are listed, and the committee will rise without reporting after the closed session.
- Closed session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act on the CAO's annual performance appraisal
- Adoption of minutes from the January 11, 2023 Administration Committee meeting
- January 11, 2023 minutes record appointments to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, Joint Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee, and Kingston Frontenac Public Library
- No reports are listed on the September 20, 2023 agenda
- Meeting held at the Township of South Frontenac Council Chamber, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council meets to discuss 2024 budget inputs, including a request for $25,000 annually to support the Cataraqui Trail. The agenda includes approving a $100,000 expenditure for an Asset Management Plan and accepting the Fairmount Home Strategic Plan 2023-2027. Council also reviews appointments for the Frontenac Municipal Services Corporation and consents to the sale of Board of Health property in Sharbot Lake.
- Cataraqui Conservation requests $25,000 annual contribution for trail maintenance
- Authorization to spend up to $100,000 from Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund for Asset Management Plan
- Acceptance of Fairmount Home Strategic Plan 2023-2027
- Consent to sale of Board of Health property at 1130 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake
- Appointment of Board of Directors for Frontenac Municipal Services Corporation
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Frontenac County Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee reviewed recommendations for county council, including establishing a physician recruitment reserve with a $20,000 annual contribution and participating in a CIRA broadband testing program. The committee also recommended continuing the Destination Development Plan implementation and setting a public meeting date for Official Plan Amendment No. 3 regarding communal services policies.
- Recommendation to establish a Physician Recruitment Reserve with an annual $20,000 contribution
- Recommendation to join the CIRA Community Broadband Testing Program
- Recommendation to continue implementation of the Destination Development Plan and add tourism staff in 2024
- Recommendation to update maintenance requirements for the Frontenac K&P Trail Management Plan
- Public meeting scheduled for October 4, 2023, regarding Official Plan Amendment No. 3 (Communal Services Policies)
Accessibility Advisory Committee (FAAC)
The Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee meets to elect officers and review two informational reports. One report updates progress on the K&P Trail, including new benches and bridge replacements. The other seeks committee input on a request to extend ATV access on the trail from Verona to Harrowsmith, following public opposition.
- Request to extend ATV access on K&P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith (9 km)
- Installation of 40 benches with wheelchair space along K&P Trail
- Replacement of Elbow Creek Bridge by Algonquin Bridge Company
- Joint Admin Facility construction: 59% complete for main building
- Public meeting results: 13 opposed ATV extension, 1 supported
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council will vote on a by-law authorizing a loan application to the Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation for capital works. The meeting also includes the appointment of an Integrity Commissioner, the adoption of a 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, and a closed session regarding litigation appeals.
- By-law 2023-036: Authorizes loan application to Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation (OILC) for capital works
- By-law 2023-037: Appoints Cunningham, Swan, Carty, Little & Bonham LLP as Integrity Commissioner
- By-law 2023-038: Adopts Frontenac County Strategic Plan 2023-2026
- Extension of draft approval for Ardoch Lake Condominium in North Frontenac until July 19, 2025
- Approval of new fleet vehicle purchase for Planning & Economic Development using Capital Replacement Reserve
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss a request to extend ATV access on the K&P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith. Staff presented survey results showing nearly equal support and opposition among 867 respondents. The committee will recommend either denying the extension or approving it with an implementation plan for County Council.
- Public hearing on extending ATV access on K&P Trail from Verona to Harrowsmith
- Survey results: 50.4% in favor, 47.4% against extending ATV access
- Recommendation for County Council to extend draft approval for Ardoch Lake Condominium to July 19, 2025
- Proposal to include FAM Tours to Wolfe Island in the 2024 Economic Development Business Plan
- Correspondence received from residents opposing or supporting the ATV extension
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council is deciding on land acquisitions for the K&P Trail, including approving expropriation of specific parcels in North Frontenac and purchasing land from the Township of North Frontenac for $1.00. The agenda also includes authorizing a $60,000 contribution for the Elbow Creek Bridge replacement and approving the Draft Frontenac County Strategic Plan 2023-2026.
- Authorize $60,000 contribution agreement with Trans Canada Trail for Elbow Creek Bridge replacement
- Approve expropriation of lands in Township of North Frontenac for K&P Trail (PINs 36209-0002, 36209-0011, 36209-0010)
- Purchase land from Township of North Frontenac for $1.00 (PINs 36209-0012, 36209-0030, 36209-0231)
- Approve Draft Frontenac County Strategic Plan 2023-2026
- Authorize purchase of Eco3Tex Ozone Laundry System for Fairmount Home ($5,232 county share)
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council approved the purchase of the Frontenac County portion of the K&P Trail from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority for one dollar. The Council also approved the 2022 audited financial statements and authorized transferring a year-end deficit of $251,677 from the Stabilization Reserve. Additionally, Council approved a draft plan of subdivision at 3863 Battersea Road and directed staff to prepare a report on a request for ATV access to the K&P Trail south of Verona.
- Purchase of K&P Trail section from Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority for $1
- Transfer of $251,677 year-end deficit from Stabilization Reserve
- Approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision at 3863 Battersea Road (Sunbury)
- Motion to request province reconsider Bill 23 wording regarding Conservation Authorities
- Staff report requested on ATV access to K&P Trail south of Verona
Special Council
The Frontenac Council held a special meeting that included a closed session for an educational tour of the Newterra plant in Brockville, Ontario. This training was intended to help council members understand communal services as the municipality moves toward creating a public utility. The meeting also involved the reading and passing of general by-laws and a confirmatory by-law for the day's proceedings.
- Closed session tour of Newterra plant, 1291 California Ave, Brockville, ON
- Education on creating a public utility for communal services
- First, second, and third reading of General By-laws
- Passage of Proposed By-law No. 2023-023 to confirm council actions
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a staff briefing and report on a proposed draft plan of subdivision for 3863 Battersea Road in the Hamlet of Sunbury. The committee is asked to recommend that the County of Frontenac Council approve the subdivision, which proposes 31 residential lots on a 77.65-acre site, subject to specific draft approval conditions.
- Draft Plan of Subdivision for 3863 Battersea Road (Sunbury), File Number 10T-2020/001
- Proposal for 31 residential lots on 31.4 hectares (77.65 acres)
- New local road connecting to Battersea Road and Sunbury Road intersection
- Request for site-specific zoning relief for minimum lot area and road frontage
- Draft conditions include cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication and on-site sewage/water systems
Special Council
Frontenac County Council held a special meeting to address unexpected poor soil conditions discovered during excavation for the Joint Admin Facility. Architects presented four options to resolve foundation issues, ranging from adding costs to keeping the planned south addition, to deleting it for a net credit. The meeting also included a closed session regarding contract implications with Emmons and Mitchell, and a proposed by-law to confirm council actions.
- Review of four design options for the Joint Admin Facility collaboration space due to unsuitable soil bearing capacity
- Original contract with Emmons & Mitchell Construction (2000) Ltd was $4,490,000; projected revised amount is approx. $5,375,000
- Option 1A (keep south addition) estimated at $257,500; Option 1B estimated at $480,500
- Option 2 (delete south addition) offers a $273,000 credit; Option 3 (delete south, add 3rd floor to east) costs $327,000
- Proposed By-law No. 2023-022 to confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on April 26, 2023
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council will discuss the Fairmount Home redevelopment study and direct staff to prepare options for future consideration. The council also plans to endorse the '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan to increase rental supply and authorize a Request for Proposal for a joint Integrity Commissioner. A closed session will address labor negotiations with CUPE and OPSEU unions.
- Fairmount Home Redevelopment Study: Council to receive report and provide direction on preferred options
- Resolution to support EOWC '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan targeting 7,000 new rental units
- Authorization to prepare a Request for Proposal for a Joint Integrity Commissioner for the Frontenacs
- K&P Trail dust mitigation plan in Verona approved for staff implementation
- Closed session to discuss contract negotiations with CUPE Local 109 and OPSEU Local 462
Special Joint Council Meeting
The County of Frontenac held a special meeting to hear presentations on the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan and the Eastern Ontario Regional Network's cell gap coverage project. Council also entered a closed session to discuss confidential information regarding Rogers tower locations. The meeting concluded with the passing of a confirmatory by-law to ratify all actions taken during the session.
- Presentation on the '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan by the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
- Presentation on the EORN Cell Gap Coverage project by The Eastern Ontario Regional Network
- Closed session regarding Rogers tower locations under Section 239 of The Municipal Act
- Passage of By-law No. 2023-016 to confirm all actions and proceedings of the April 12, 2023 meeting
Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee held its first meeting, which included officer elections and staff orientations on committee procedures. The committee reviewed several economic development reports, including the 2022 Business Survey and tourism branding projects. The only formal resolution proposed was to endorse the direction for Open Farms 2023 and to bring forward a proclamation for Open Farm Days in July.
- Resolution 2023-043: Endorse Open Farms direction and propose proclamation for September 1 to October 15 as Open Farm Days
- Report 2023-044: 2022 Annual Business Survey Results (information only)
- Report 2023-047: Frontenac Immigrant Entrepreneur Pilot Program (for advice and input)
- Report 2023-048: Trailside Small Scale Business Initiative (for feedback)
- Report 2023-049: Visit Frontenac Tourism Brand Expansion Project (information only)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole met to review a presentation by Explorer Solutions regarding the County Strategic Plan for 2023–2026. The session focused on reviewing past priorities and discussing questions to shape the new four-year vision, mission, and strategic goals. No final decisions were made; the meeting served as a workshop to gather input before the plan is finalized.
- Presentation by Jason Kipfer and Xiao Xiao of Explorer Solutions
- Review of 2019-2022 strategic priorities including broadband, economic development, and infrastructure
- Discussion of planned engagement activities: focus groups, surveys, and open houses
- Focus group questions on service efficiency, partnerships, and new programming areas
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council is scheduled to discuss a motion requesting the Ministry of Transportation reconsider its decision to cancel a second ferry for Wolfe Island. The agenda also includes routine consent reports, including support for an AMO submission on homelessness and the appointment of an Area Weed Inspector.
- Motion to request MTO reconsideration of two-ferry service for Wolfe Island
- Support for AMO submission calling for provincial action on homelessness
- Appointment of Kelly J. Pender as Area Weed Inspector
- Approval of Official Plan Amendments for South, Central, Frontenac Islands, and North Frontenac townships
- Receipt of 2022 Emergency Management Program Committee report
Accessibility Advisory Committee (FAAC)
The Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee meets to elect new officers and orient new members. Key discussions include a site plan review for the Sharbot Lake Beach Washroom Project and a report on improving communications for Howe Island Ferry passengers with disabilities. The committee will also receive its Annual Accessibility Status Report for posting on county and township websites.
- Site plan review for Sharbot Lake Beach Washroom Project
- Report on Howe Island Ferry Communications and Accessibility
- Receipt of Annual Accessibility Status Report for website posting
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Orientation on Committee Code of Conduct and procedures
Regular Council
The County of Frontenac Council is scheduled to approve its 2023 budget and tax rates, including a $1,001,160.62 petition for a ferry subsidy. The agenda also includes administrative amendments to official plans in four townships to implement provincial Bills 13 and 109, and the designation of representatives for the Frontenac Howe Island Ferry.
- Petition to Ministry of Transportation for $1,001,160.62 for Frontenac Howe Islander Ferry subsidy
- Approval of 2023 Draft Budget Revision and establishment of 2023 tax rates
- Official Plan Amendments for South, Central, Frontenac Islands, and North Frontenac townships to implement Bills 13 and 109
- Designation of Robert W. Dillabough and Kelly J. Pender as Operator’s Representatives for Frontenac Howe Island Ferry
- Public support for Dr. Brooks’ Neighbours Saving Neighbours volunteer responder pilot program for cardiac arrest
Committee of the Whole - 08 and 09 Feb 2023
The Committee of the Whole met to review the 2023 Draft Budget, including departmental business plans and specific project proposals. Council was asked to approve 2023-2027 business plans and decide which projects to include in the final budget, such as paramedic staffing changes and social housing subsidies. The committee also reviewed funding requests from outside agencies, including the Food Policy Council and Ronald McDonald House Charities.
- Frontenac Paramedics: 12-hour crew implementation in April and October 2023, plus a new vehicle
- Social Housing: $25,000 in rent assistance subsidies proposed
- Fairmount Home: $75,365 for a 5-hour dietary shift
- Grants: Funding requests from Food Policy Council ($500), Ronald McDonald House, and Rural Kingston Family Health Organization
- Physician Recruitment: Rural Kingston Family Health Organization requested signing bonuses and recruiter costs for South, Central, and North Frontenac
Special Council
The County of Frontenac held a special virtual meeting on January 26, 2023. The primary agenda item was a closed session to discuss labour relations and negotiations with three unions: CUPE 2290, OPSEU 462, and CUPE 109. The meeting also included the passing of a confirmatory by-law to ratify all actions taken during the session.
- Closed session on negotiations with CUPE 2290, OPSEU 462, and CUPE 109
- By-law No. 2023-009 passed to confirm all council actions from the meeting
Regular Council
Frontenac County Council held a regular meeting that included a closed session for labor negotiations and land acquisition, followed by a public meeting for 2023 budget input. The Council reviewed reports on transferring infrastructure funds for the K&P Trail and bridge replacements, and passed by-laws to set 2023 user fees and authorize temporary borrowing.
- Public meeting for 2023 budget input, including requests from Ronald McDonald House Ottawa and Food Policy Council
- Transfer of up to $250,000 from Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund to Central Frontenac for Oclean Lane bridge replacement
- Transfer of up to $100,000 to Central Frontenac for Road 38 Corridor improvements at Eagle Creek
- Adoption of 2023 User Fees and Charges By-Law (By-law 2023-007)
- Authorization of Medical Tiered Response Agreement amendment with City of Kingston Fire & Rescue
Committee of the Whole
This meeting is a council orientation session where new members meet county departments and hear from external boards. The agenda includes presentations on public health, library services, housing, and hospital fundraising. No votes or policy decisions are listed in the agenda.
- University Hospitals Kingston Foundation presentation on capital upgrades including a $8 million PET Scanner and $4 million Operating Room equipment
- Presentation by Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Public Health
- Presentation by Kingston Frontenac Library Board
- Joint presentation by Rural Frontenac Community Services and Southern Frontenac Community Services on transportation
- Presentation on City of Kingston Local Service Realignment for housing and homelessness
Administration Committee
The Township of South Frontenac Administration Committee held its January 11, 2023 meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee reviewed applications for appointments to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, the Joint Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee, and the Kingston Frontenac Public Library board. No specific decisions on these appointments are recorded in the agenda text.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of applications for Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
- Review of applications for Joint Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Review of applications for Kingston Frontenac Public Library board