Ingersoll public meetings in 2024

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The December 18, 2024 meeting of the Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The agenda included items on a thank-you letter budget impact, open skate sponsorship planning, a draft letter to council on DEI, and staff attendance at a Kingston webinar. The next meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to quorum not met
• Thank you letter for community events – budget impact
• Open skate sponsorship planning for December 30th
• Review of draft letter to council on DEI (led by Member Sabessar)
• Staff attendance at City of Kingston webinar on EDI practices

Special Meeting of Council

Council is meeting to finalize the 2025-2027 Multi-Year Budget, including the approval of a $12.9 million capital budget and a 4.24% increase in the tax levy. The meeting also covers updates on strategic plan goals, the appointment of municipal enforcement officers, and a motion regarding budget reallocations for community grants and hospital donations. Additionally, Council will discuss a land purchase offer in a closed session.

• Approval of 2025 capital budget totaling $12,863,000
• Approval of 10-year capital plan totaling $96,400,000
• By-Law 24-5363 to appoint municipal enforcement officers
• Motion to donate $10,000 to Alexandra Hospital One Chart campaign
• Motion to provide $10,000 in sponsorship to the Ingersoll Kiwanis club's 2025 events

Regular Meeting of Council

This is the regular meeting of Ingersoll Council on December 9, 2024. Council will consider several by-laws, including the 2025 interim tax levy and a new user fees by-law, and will hold public meetings on two zone change applications. They will also review staff reports on an official plan amendment, property tax refund policy, and the third-quarter budget variance.

• 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-Law 24-5357
• 2025 User Fees or Charges By-Law 24-5358
• Zone change applications for 274171 Wallace Line and 543936 Clarke Road East
• Official Plan Amendment and Zone Change application by Clarke Commercial Shopping Centre Inc.
• Property Tax Cancellation, Reduction and Refund Policy (T-026-24)

OPP Detachment Board

The Ingersoll OPP Detachment Board will hold a special meeting to discuss its draft 2025 operating budget. The proposed administrative budget outlines $29,655 in total expenses for the upcoming year. Key planned costs include board honorariums, insurance, conference and training expenses, and speed tracking equipment.

• Draft 2025 Police Services Board budget proposing $29,655 in total expenditures
• $8,600 budgeted for miscellaneous program expenses, noted for Speed Spy equipment
• $4,980 allocated for board member honorariums
• $3,888 allocated for board insurance expenses

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to discuss several ongoing items, including a Facebook post about the bandstand, the status of a Trillium grant, a by-law update, and plans for property tours. The meeting is a regular business meeting with no major decisions expected.

• Discussion of Facebook post content for the bandstand
• Status update on Trillium grant
• By-law update to be completed by end of year
• Update on list of properties and tours

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The December 2, 2024 meeting of the Ingersoll Accessibility Advisory Committee was cancelled because quorum was not met. The agenda included approval of minutes and a review of the working draft of the 2025-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, which was to be discussed for next steps and priorities. No decisions were made at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Review of 2025-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan working document
• Approval of November 4, 2024 minutes (not held)
• Next meeting scheduled for January 6, 2025

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Business Improvement Area Board of Directors meets on November 26, 2024, to approve previous minutes, accept the October 2024 financial report, and discuss ongoing business including advertising, holiday events, and the BIA's terms of reference.

• October 2024 Financial Report
• Advertising update for the Ingersoll-Woodstock Echo Newspaper
• Veteran’s Crosswalk Dedication Report
• Lighting of the Lights Report
• Christmas Madness and Christmas Parade Reports

Special Meeting of Council

Council is deliberating the first annual update to the 2024-2027 multi-year budget. The proposed update increases the 2025 tax levy to 5.4%, up from the previously approved 3.2%. The meeting also includes presentations from Operation Sharing and United Way Oxford regarding local social services and housing initiatives.

• Proposed 2025 tax levy increase of 5.4%
• United Way Oxford request for a $5,500 grant for the Ingersoll Light House
• Addition of one full-time Human Resources position and two volunteer firefighters
• OPP contract cost increase of $263,370 over initial 2025 projections
• Confirmatory By-Law 24-5355

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee meets to discuss museum operations, upcoming community events including Santa's Village and the Christmas appreciation dinner, security cameras, and repairs. The agenda also includes reviewing previous minutes and business arising from events like the Mystic Market and PumpkinFest.

• Discussion on Mystic Market, PumpkinFest, and Santa's Village events
• Discussion on museum camping and security cameras
• Museum report and round table discussion
• Planning for the December Christmas Appreciation Dinner

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss community event thank-you letters, debrief the November 15 open skate sponsorship, and review the Zorra Township DEI Inclusion Charter report. They will also update the Ingersoll DEI Plan outline. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Review of Zorra Township DEI Inclusion Charter report
• Debrief of November 15 open skate sponsorship and planning for sponsored skates
• Proposed graphics for thank-you letters for community events
• Updates to Ingersoll DEI Plan outline resource document

Police Services Board

The Ingersoll OPP Detachment Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review a new anti-harassment, discrimination, and violence policy. The board will also discuss its 2025 meeting schedule, the draft 2025 budget, and approve the October 2024 police services report.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of 'Anti-Harassment, Discrimination and Violence in the Workplace Policy'
• Review of draft 2025 OPP Detachment Board Budget
• Review and approval of Ingersoll October 2024 PSB Report
• Review of September 2024 Monthly Financial Report

Safe Cycling Committee

The Safe Cycling Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and previous minutes, and to discuss business arising from the September meeting, including the Ride to Thrive program, the 2025 budget, and the strategic plan. They will also receive updates from the OPP and South West Public Health. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new decisions listed.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Ride to Thrive program
• 2025 budget discussion
• Strategic plan discussion
• OPP and South West Public Health updates

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will receive reports on three code-of-conduct complaints against a councillor, consider allowing three dogs per dwelling unit, and hold public meetings on a minor variance and an official plan amendment. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and by-laws.

• Integrity Commissioner reports on Code of Conduct complaints 2024-01, 2024-02, 2024-03 against K. Haliru
• By-law 24-5352 to amend dog by-law to allow three dogs per dwelling unit
• Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment and Zone Change at 223 Clark Road E. (Clarke Commercial Shopping Centre Inc.)
• Committee of Adjustment public meeting for minor variance A-05-24 at 46 Bell Street (Owner: Darling)
• 2023 Audited Financial Statements and Surplus Allocation (T-024-24)

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to discuss several ongoing items. These include planning a Facebook post, the status of a Trillium grant, a bylaw update, and progress on a list of heritage properties and walking tours. The meeting is a regular working session with no major decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of information for a Facebook post and who will submit it to clerks/communications
• Status update on the Trillium grant
• Bylaw update discussion
• Update on list of heritage properties and walking tours, including who is working on them

Recreational Trails Committee

The committee will discuss a report from the Engineering Department regarding the town's trail network development. The report notes that the project is currently over the $255,000 budget and proposes a revised, multi-year phased construction plan. Members will also discuss budget planning for 2025 and beyond.

• Review of Trail Vision Map and cost estimates for trail sections
• Discussion of 2025 and future budget planning
• Proposed phased construction schedule for trail sections between Holcroft Street and Charles Street

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from October 7, 2024, and to discuss revisions to the 2025-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. They will also hear a summary of the October 22, 2024 Oxford County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the accessibility plan update.

• Review of working copy of Ingersoll Multi-Year Accessibility Plan revisions 2024-2028
• Summary of October 22, 2024 Oxford County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of accessible taxi cabs and para-transit ridership feedback (from prior minutes)

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Business Improvement Area Board of Directors met via Zoom on October 29, 2024, to discuss ongoing matters including the Miconex Visa Gift Card Program, local newspaper advertising rates, and the Pizza Fest 2024 financial report. The board also reviewed preparations for upcoming community events like the Lighting of the Lights and Christmas Madness.

• September 2024 Financial Report acceptance
• Pizza Fest 2024 Financial Report showing $12,444.10 in total sales and charity distributions
• Advertising schedule and rates for the Ingersoll-Woodstock Echo newspaper
• Miconex Visa Gift Card Program update and partnership discussion with Rural Oxford Economic Development

Special Meeting of Council

The Town of Ingersoll Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including a fence variance request for 119 Melita Street, an updated compensation review for elected officials, a topsoil removal on Newman Street, 2025 community development grant applications, and the 2025-2027 multi-year budget. The meeting also includes a closed session for litigation and trade secret matters related to a large industrial tax refund/cancellation.

• Fence variance for 119 Melita Street to allow a 5-7 ft fence in the front yard, contrary to By-Law 13-4720's 2 ft limit
• Updated 2024 Compensation Review for Elected Officials (C-031-24)
• Newman Street Topsoil Removal (OP-014-24)
• 2025 Community Development Grant Applications (T-021-24)
• 2025-2027 Multi-Year Budget and 2025 Draft Budget Presentation

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss committee budget updates, open skate sponsorship, and a draft thank-you letter for community events. Members will also review the Safe and Well Oxford DEI Inclusion Charter and continue work on the Ingersoll DEI Planning Document.

• Review of Ingersoll DEI Plan outline
• Discussion of committee budget
• Review of Safe and Well Oxford DEI Inclusion Charter
• Open skate sponsorship discussion

Regular Meeting of Council

The Ingersoll Town Council is meeting for its regular session on October 15, 2024, to consider various by-laws, staff reports, and public meetings. The agenda includes consideration of a records retention by-law, amendments to the graphic image delivery by-law, dog limit variances, and an agreement of purchase and sale for 50 Newman St. with Arcelormittal. Additionally, the Council will hold a Committee of Adjustment public meeting for 119 Melita Street.

• By-Law 24-5344: Records retention periods for the Town of Ingersoll
• By-Law 24-5345: Amend By-Law 23-5268 to regulate the delivery of graphic images
• By-Law 24-5346: Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 50 Newman St. with Arcelormittal
• By-Law 24-5347: 142 Thames St. BIA Facade Loan Agreement
• By-Law 24-5349: Subdivision Agreement with 2862083 Ontario Inc.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the draft 2025-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and receive updates on recreational trails. The committee will also discuss participation in the upcoming Oxford County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting.

• Review of 2025-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan working document
• Recreational Trails update
• Oxford County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting preparation

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss local heritage property designations, potential updates to the town's unofficial heritage list, and ongoing museum collaborations. The agenda also includes reviewing business from previous minutes, such as heritage request forms and museum walking tours.

• Discussion on whether the cheese factory at the Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum can be designated
• Review of heritage request forms from other municipalities to create an Ingersoll designation form
• Compilation of a list of properties for the town's unofficial heritage interest list to be published on the website
• Collaboration with the Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum for walking tours and heritage events
• Updates on council recommendations regarding terms of reference and Ontario Heritage Trust participation

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to discuss community sponsorship opportunities, including fitness class and skate sponsorships, and to review policy direction on honourariums. They will also work on the DEI Action Plan, identify volunteers for stakeholder feedback meetings, and review the DEI Inclusion Charter adopted by Council in July 2024.

• Fitness class sponsorship: $70 per hour for room rental and instructor
• Sponsored skate sessions: $160 including HST, Saturdays 10-10:50am
• Discussion of honourarium for Chair Marshal-DeSutter ($150) and compensation model
• Working meeting to advance the Ingersoll DEI Plan
• Review of Safe and Well Oxford DEI Inclusion Charter

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Directors is meeting to review financial reports for June, July, and August 2024. The board will also discuss ongoing business items, including the Façade Improvement Program, the Veteran’s Crosswalk, and a sponsorship request from the Rotary Club of Ingersoll.

• Rotary Club of Ingersoll request for $3,000 donation for Christmas Parade
• Review of June, July, and August 2024 financial reports
• Discussion on Veteran’s Crosswalk design and implementation
• Application for board member vacancy by Muhammad Saeed
• Presentation on Miconex gift card program by Rural Oxford Economic Development

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee will meet to discuss ongoing museum events and facility maintenance. The agenda includes updates on the Harvest Market, upcoming seasonal events, and status reports on museum repairs.

• Discussion of Car Show and Harvest Market planning
• Review of museum repair status
• Discussion of Mystic Market, Pumpkin Fest, and Santa's Village
• Museum Report

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee is meeting to continue work on its DEI Action Plan, discuss community sponsorship opportunities (including a fitness class), and consider policy direction on honorariums. The meeting was originally scheduled for September 18, 2024, but the agenda indicates it was cancelled. The committee will also review a draft thank-you letter for community events and plan stakeholder feedback sessions.

• Community Sponsorship Opportunities – fitness class sponsorship info (approx. $70 per class)
• Policy Direction, Honourariums – costing to be provided
• Thank You Letter for Community Events – draft review
• DEI Planning Document – working meeting to advance Action Plan
• Identify 2-3 volunteers to meet with stakeholders for feedback by end of October

Safe Cycling Committee

The Ingersoll Safe Cycling Committee is meeting to review ongoing cycling initiatives, including the bike salvage program, bike giveaway applications, and the "Ride To Thrive" event. The committee will also discuss their strategic plan and receive updates from the OPP and South West Public Health.

• Bike salvage program coordination with London Cyclelink
• Bike giveaway application status
• Strategic plan sub-committee discussion
• Pemberton St 'share the road' signage installation update

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to review past minutes and discuss committee business. The agenda includes a request to reschedule or relocate the December 2, 2024 meeting and a review of documents from the Recreational Trails Committee.

• Rescheduling or relocation of the December 2, 2024 meeting
• Review of Recreational Trails Committee correspondence

Regular Meeting of Council

The Town of Ingersoll Council met to review closed session reports, conduct a public meeting under the Planning Act for 115 and 117 Merritt Street, and hear presentations on health strategy, sewer installation on King St. W., and property standards. Council also addressed special staff reports concerning zoning, cemetery structures, salary reviews, and budget schedules, alongside various consent agenda items and by-laws.

• Zone change application ZN6-24-02 by Astro Homes Ltd. for 2491/2 King St. E. (155 King Street East) from R1 to R2-30
• Public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act for ZN 6-23-05 – Grewal (Belair), 115 and 117 Merritt Street
• By-Law 24-5340 to amend Zoning By-law Number 04-4160 for 2491/2 King St. E.
• By-Law 24-5341 to appoint Julie Ellis as Deputy Clerk
• By-Law 24-5342 for the BIA Facade Loan Agreement at 138 Thames St. S.

Recreational Trails Committee

The Ingersoll Recreational Trails Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from June 4, 2024, and to discuss business arising from those minutes, including VIMA Trails Mapping and Trail Inspection Volunteers. They will also hear updates on trail development from the Engineering Department and discuss trail counters. The meeting is a regular business session with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024
• VIMA Trails Mapping update
• Trail Inspection Volunteers update
• Trail Development update from Engineering Department
• Trail Counters discussion

Special Meeting of Council

Ingersoll Town Council held a special meeting to review guidelines for the provincial Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund. The Ontario Ministry of Sport program provides up to $10 million in cost-sharing funding for new or replacement recreation facilities. Council also considered a routine confirmatory by-law.

• Discussion of Ontario's Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) Stream 2 guidelines for capital grants up to $10 million
• Confirmatory By-Law 24-5339 for the September 3, 2024 special meeting

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Business Improvement Area Board of Directors meeting scheduled for August 26, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as approval of minutes, financial reports, and correspondence, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled
• Financial reports for June and July 2024
• Correspondence from Unifor 88 Women's Committee and Big Brothers Big Sisters
• Application for board vacancy by Muhammad Saeed

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee meets to discuss administrative support, committee honorariums, social media days of significance, and ongoing work on the Ingersoll DEI Planning Document. The agenda also reviews previous minutes from May 15, 2024, and a recent Town of Ingersoll council resolution regarding the Safe and Well Oxford Steering Committee.

• Request for Council to designate staff for administrative tasks, social media posts, and a dedicated DEI email
• Consideration of a $150 flat GC honorarium for Chair Marshal-DeSutter and committee honorarium model review
• Review and updates to the Ingersoll DEI Planning Document outline
• Post-Evergreen and Canada Day Event Review
• Safe and Well Oxford Steering Committee Update and Inclusion Charter for Oxford endorsed by Council

Safe Cycling Committee

The Ingersoll Safe Cycling Committee will meet to discuss ongoing cycling initiatives, including a bike salvage program and bike giveaway applications. The committee will also review updates regarding cycling infrastructure on Pemberton Street and receive reports from the OPP and South West Public Health.

• Discussion of cycling lanes and signage for Pemberton Street construction
• Update on bike salvage program and bike giveaway applications
• Review of strategic plan progress
• OPP and South West Public Health updates

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The August 12, 2024 meeting of the Ingersoll Accessibility Advisory Committee was cancelled because quorum was not met. The agenda had slated discussion on feedback from the Recreational Trails Committee regarding accessibility benchmarks for municipal trails. Members were also scheduled to address a request to reschedule or relocate their December 2, 2024 meeting.

• Meeting cancelled because quorum was not met
• Deferred review of Recreational Trails Committee correspondence regarding trail accessibility standards
• Deferred request to reschedule or relocate the December 2, 2024 meeting

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will hold a closed session to discuss OPP board member police record checks, employee pay equity, and ice allocation, then reconvene to report on the July 8 closed session where they directed staff to enter a purchase agreement for the 12-acre site at 50 Newman St. In open session, they will consider consent items, including minutes, a remuneration review, an animal control by-law exemption for indoor pigeons, a community grant policy update, arena ice requests, museum repairs, and a mid-year capital update. They will also hear delegations on hospital integration and a by-law exemption, and vote on several by-laws, including declaring 50 Newman St. surplus, closing Livens Lane, and establishing the OPP Detachment Board.

• Declare 50 Newman St. surplus (Livens Lane and Blocks 4 and 5, Plan 41M-375) - By-Law 24-5332
• Stop up and close Livens Lane - By-Law 24-5333
• Execute pre-servicing agreement with 2862083 Ontario Inc. - By-Law 24-5334
• Establish O.P.P. Detachment Board and terms of reference - By-Law 24-5335
• 2024/2025 Arena Ice Requests - staff report CS-019-24

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Downtown BIA Board of Directors is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss the Veteran’s Crosswalk. The agenda consists of procedural items and a review of the crosswalk project.

• Discussion regarding the Veteran’s Crosswalk

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss ongoing museum operations, including updates on the Car Show, Barn Boogie event, and Harvest Market. Members will also review a museum report and discuss a speed limit sign.

• Car Show update
• Barn Boogie event planning
• Harvest Market planning
• Speed limit sign discussion
• Museum report

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024, was cancelled because quorum was not met. The agenda included reviewing the DEI planning document, discussing honorariums, and planning for an Indigenous ceremonial space.

• Review of Town of Ingersoll DEI Plan outline
• Discussion of $150 honorarium for Chair Marshal-DeSutter
• Discussion of Indigenous Ceremonial Space
• Family Swim sponsorship dates in July (7, 14, 21, 28)
• Motion to recommend staff support for committee administrative tasks

Safe Cycling Committee

The Safe Cycling Committee is reviewing potential speed guidelines for e-bikes on trails and discussing the implementation of the Cycling Master Plan. Members also addressed bike giveaway applications and engineering responses regarding road markings on Harris Street and Pemberton Street.

• Discussion of potential 20km/hr speed limit guidelines for e-bikes on trails
• Review of bike giveaway applications for community subsidy recipients
• Engineering report on Harris Street (County Road) 1.5m bike lanes
• Discussion of 'share the road' signage for Pemberton Street
• Proposal for an engineering report on the 2013 Cycling Master Plan status

Regular Meeting of Council

Council appointed John Mascarin as interim Integrity Commissioner following Robert Swayze's resignation. The meeting also included the appointment of two new members to the OPP Detachment Board and a presentation on the Safe and Well Oxford DEI Inclusion Charter.

• Appointed Taj Brah and Scott Davis to the OPP Detachment Board
• Appointed John Mascarin of Aird Berlis LLP as interim Integrity Commissioner
• Rescinded By-law 23-5240 regarding the Integrity Commissioner
• Public meeting for zoning amendment at 155 King St. E. (Astro Homes Ltd.)
• Discussion of 2024/2025 arena ice allocation requests

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for July 8, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not met. The provided documents contain minutes from the previous May 6, 2024, meeting and related correspondence.

• May 6 meeting: Committee approved a grant support letter for Westfield Park washroom upgrades
• May 6 meeting: Committee voted to assume the role of paratransit appeal review body
• May 6 meeting: Committee discussed Braille standards and trail accessibility benchmarks
• Correspondence: Discussion regarding the implementation of accessibility benchmarks for trails

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing the heritage designation process for the Memorial Park Bandstand. Members also discussed establishing a scholarship for IDCI students or local secondary students and potential heritage projects.

• Update on Memorial Park Bandstand heritage designation process
• Discussion on possible designation of the Cheese Factory at the Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum
• Proposal for a scholarship restricted to IDCI students or Ingersoll secondary students
• Presentation regarding recent changes to the Ontario Heritage Act

Ingersoll Primary Care Recruitment & Retention Advisory Committee.

The Ingersoll Primary Care Recruitment & Retention Advisory Committee will discuss the Town Health Strategy and strategic planning. The meeting includes updates on hospital integration and upcoming fall recruitment opportunities.

• Discussion of Town Health Strategy and strategic planning
• Update on AHI and TDMH hospital integration
• Review of fall recruitment opportunities
• Alexandra Hospital Fundraiser Golf Tournament on August 15, 2024
• Review of Discovery Week and physician inventory

Business Improvement Area

The Board of Directors is reviewing upcoming summer events and financial reports. Discussions include preparations for Pizza Fest on July 25, 2024, and addressing four vacancies on the Board.

• Pizza Fest scheduled for July 25, 2024
• Advertising commitment of up to $4,000 for the Ingersoll Woodstock Echo
• Four vacancies on the BIA Board of Directors
• Façade Improvement Program with four applications submitted
• Recognition Pavers engraving quote of $150.00 plus HST

Special Meeting of Council

The Council is meeting to discuss an Integrity Commissioner contract in a closed session. The meeting also includes the consideration of By-Law 24-5326 to confirm all actions and proceedings taken during this special session.

• Closed session regarding Integrity Commissioner contract
• By-Law 24-5326 to adopt and confirm Council actions

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee reviewed recent event attendance and progress on upcoming programs like the Barn Boogie and Harvest Market. Members also discussed facility updates including new alarm systems, washroom security, and concrete repairs at Bowman Barn.

• Barn Boogie event scheduled for July 19 from 7 to 10 PM
• Installation of new tires on the People Mover and a new alarm system
• Implementation of CampSpot software for Centennial Park camping bookings
• Approval of Gord Lesser's leave of absence until January 2025
• Planned concrete crack repairs at Bowman Barn by Public Works

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee on June 19, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not achieved. The agenda included discussions regarding a DEI planning document, honorariums, and administrative staff support.

• Proposed $150 flat honorarium for Chair Marshal-DeSutter
• Review of Town of Ingersoll DEI Plan outline
• Discussion of request for designated staff to assist with administrative tasks
• Review of available July dates for Family Swim sponsorship

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee is reviewing feedback from the Transportation Committee regarding e-bike regulations and parking bylaw amendments. Members are also coordinating June Bike Month events and managing a bicycle giveaway program for community subsidy recipients.

• Proposed amendment to parking bylaw no 06-4327 regarding designated bicycle lanes
• Distribution of approximately 28 new bicycles from Canadian Tire and horse barn donations
• Discussion of June 1st Bike Day events including a bike rodeo on Oxford St
• Review of bike salvage program social media reach and participation
• Request for Engineering department to review the cycling master plan map

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council will review the 2024 Development Charges By-Law and several facade revitalization loan agreements for businesses on Thames Street. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning amendments and a notice of motion regarding traffic congestion on Harris, Clark, and Culloden roads.

• 2024 Development Charges By-Law (T-012-24)
• Facade Revitalization Loan Agreements for 188, 120, 146, 124, and 122 Thames St. S.
• Zoning By-law amendment for Accessory Residential Units (ARUs)
• Minor variance application for 329 Oxford St.
• Notice of motion regarding traffic congestion on Harris Street, Clark Street, and Culloden Road

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding a scholarship for students in history, restoration, or architecture. They will also address next steps following a motion passed by council.

• Scholarship update for post-secondary students
• Follow-up on a passed council motion

Recreational Trails Committee

The Recreational Trails Committee is reviewing accessibility benchmarks for rural municipality trails. Members also discussed trail maintenance issues, including flooding near the King St railway crossing and wet areas in Butternut Woods.

• Approved $2,750 quote from VIMA for mapping 7.5 km of trails and creating two marketing videos
• Reviewed accessibility benchmarks including 5-foot minimum width for primary trails
• Discussed flooding issues near the King St railway crossing culvert
• Noted wet areas in Butternut Woods requiring attention
• Received update on new Cycling Coordinator starting May 6th

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing updates to the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and establishing new trail accessibility benchmarks. Members also agreed to serve as the review body for paratransit application appeals.

• Review of 'Benchmark for Accessibility for Trails in a Rural Municipality'
• Support for a grant application to upgrade Westfield Park washrooms
• Assumption of role as the paratransit appeal review body
• Discussion of Braille standards for Town communications and signage
• Proposal for recurring audits of Town outdoor spaces

Special Meeting of Council

The Town of Ingersoll Council will hold a special meeting on June 3, 2024. The meeting consists of a closed session to conduct interviews for the OPP Detachment Board.

• Closed session interviews for OPP Detachment Board: Patricia Marshal-DeSutter
• Closed session interviews for OPP Detachment Board: Brent Tree
• Closed session interviews for OPP Detachment Board: Taj Brah
• Closed session interviews for OPP Detachment Board: Scott Davis

Business Improvement Area

The Board approved a budget of up to $4,000 for advertising in the Ingersoll Woodstock Echo. Members also discussed upcoming Pizza Fest preparations and addressed concerns regarding the annual Pizza Contest.

• $4,000 commitment for Echo newspaper advertising
• Four Façade Improvement Program applications submitted
• Pizza Fest scheduled for July 25, 2024
• $30 advertising rate offered to BIA members
• $150.00 quote per paver for engraving from Ingersoll Memorials

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on several community events and museum operations. Discussions include preparations for the Car Show, May Days, and the Mother's Day Pop-Up Market.

• Car Show updates regarding lottery licenses and food vendors
• May Days/Big Cheese Days activities and games
• Mother's Day Pop-Up Market: Treats and Treasures
• Museum facility repairs including bathroom painting and pest hole fixes
• Mascot design revisions

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee is preparing for a 'DEI Open House' event at the Evergreen Coffee Lounge. Members are also reviewing the DEI Planning Document and discussing the formation of subgroups to manage specific committee tasks.

• DEI Open House event planned for May 29th at Evergreen Coffee Lounge
• Council approved 'platinum-level' sponsorship for Oxford Family Pride Day
• Review and updates to the DEI Planning Document
• Discussion regarding committee business cards
• Discussion on community recreation and Family Swim sponsorship

Special Meeting of Council

This special meeting is dedicated to an educational or training session regarding parks encampment training. The session is being held under Municipal Act Section 239 (3.1) with the Ontario Parks Association.

• Educational or training session: Ontario Parks Association Parks Encampment Training

Regular Meeting of Council

The Ingersoll Council will consider several major by-laws, including the adoption of the 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget and the establishment of 2024 tax rates. The meeting also includes a public meeting regarding the Town of Ingersoll Development Charge Background Study.

• Adoption of the 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget (By-Law 24-5312)
• Adoption of 2024 Expenditures and establishment of tax rates (By-Law 24-5313)
• Development Charge Background Study public meeting
• BIA Facade Loan Agreements for 17 Ann St., 37 King St. W., 159 Thames St. S., and 136 Thames St. S.
• Minor Variance Application A-01-24 for Clarke Commercial Shopping Centre Inc. at 223 Clark Road E.

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee discussed upcoming June Bike Month events and the status of the bike salvage program. Members also reviewed cycling infrastructure plans for Pemberton St and discussed potential funding for 'share the road' signage.

• Proposed $5,000 annual operating budget for 'share the road' signs
• Installation of two 'share the road' signs on Pemberton St planned for 2024
• Discussion of inclusive community grants with a maximum of $60,000
• Donation of 40 helmets for June Bike Day
• Road closure request by Kiwanis for a bicycle repair station on June 1st

Recreational Trails Committee

The Recreational Trails Committee is reviewing a benchmark document for rural municipality trail accessibility. The meeting also includes discussions regarding trails mapping and a summer contract for a Cycling Coordinator Trails Specialist.

• Review of Benchmark for Accessibility for Trails in a Rural Municipality
• Discussion of Cycling Coordinator Trails Specialist summer contract
• Update on Oxford County Trails Festival
• Discussion regarding trails mapping
• Review of trail accessibility standards including grade, width, and surface requirements

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and researching standards for municipal recreational trails. The committee is also discussing a washroom upgrade project at Westfield Park and the Town's paratransit policy.

• Review of Multi-Year Accessibility Plan working document
• Research on accessibility benchmarks for Town recreational trails
• Inclusive Community Grant application support for Westfield Park washroom upgrades
• Discussion of Town of Ingersoll Paratransit Policy
• Review of paratransit appeal processes

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing research regarding the Memorial Park band shell to prepare a memorandum for Council. Members are also discussing requirements for a potential bursary and updates on various heritage projects.

• Review of Memorial Park band shell history and heritage designation criteria
• Preparation of a memorandum to Council regarding the band shell
• Discussion of bursary requirements and potential funding requests to Council
• Research update on Plattville requirements
• Discussion of potential future project at Ingersoll Arena/Anderson’s Appliance

Special Meeting of Council

Council is discussing the transition from the former Police Services Board to a new OPP Detachment Board following the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. The meeting covers plans for appointing new board members, establishing remuneration, and creating terms of reference. Staff are seeking approval to begin recruiting two community members to fill vacancies.

• Recruitment of two community members for the OPP Detachment Board
• Appointment of two Council members to the new Board
• Establishment of Board member remuneration and terms of reference
• Transition from the Police Services Act to the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019

Business Improvement Area

The Board reviewed the March 2024 financial report and discussed preparations for the upcoming Pizza Fest on July 25, 2024. Members addressed concerns regarding County Backflow Prevention Program communications and explored advertising options in The Echo. The Board also reviewed progress on the Façade Improvement Program and the Veteran's Crosswalk design.

• Pizza Fest scheduled for July 25, 2024, including road closure planning
• Veteran's Crosswalk design at King and Oxford Streets to include multiple languages
• Four Façade Improvement Program applications currently submitted
• Discussion of BOGO advertising promo codes for The Echo
• Investigation into group discount rates for the County Backflow Prevention Program

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee is reviewing updates on museum operations, visitor statistics, and upcoming community events. Discussions include preparations for the Mother's Day Pop-Up Market, the Cops and Rodders Car Show, and May Days.

• Mother's Day Pop-Up Market scheduled for May 11
• Cops and Rodders Car Show scheduled for May 6
• May Days events scheduled for May 4, 11, 18, and 25
• Museum visitor statistics showing 602 visitors in March 2024
• Compliance requirement for Oxford County backflow testing program

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The committee is reviewing its DEI Planning Document and discussing recommendations for Town social media regarding days of significance. Members are also discussing community sponsorships, including an inclusive family swim and potential support for local sports leagues.

• Review of the DEI Planning Document / Action Plan
• Discussion of Indigenous Ceremonial Space at Cheese Museum park
• Review of recommendations for Town social media regarding days of significance
• Discussion of community recreation and family swim sponsorships
• Review of Safe and Well Oxford Steering Committee minutes

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee is discussing e-bike and scooter policies, including a recommendation for a 20km/hr speed limit on trails. Members are also reviewing updates on the new Cycling Coordinator and the Pemberton St Reconstruction project.

• Recommendation for a suggested 20km/hr speed limit on all trails
• Hiring of Kennedy Finch as Cycling Coordinator
• Bike salvage program with drop-offs at Parks Shop
• Pemberton St Reconstruction bike lane advocacy
• Receipt of 40 helmets from South West Public Health

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council will review several staff reports including cannabis retail follow-ups and policing transitions. The meeting includes public meetings regarding residential units and the South West Ingersoll Secondary Plan.

• Public meeting for additional residential units (OP 23-01-6 and ZN 6-23-02)
• Public meeting for South West Ingersoll Secondary Plan amendment (OP24-03-6)
• Zoning amendment for 191 Canterbury Street
• Appointment of a citizen member to the Municipal Heritage Committee
• Victoria Park South Diamond Expansion budget discussion

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and research regarding standards for Town recreational trails. The meeting also follows up on previous discussions regarding business accessibility and community improvement grants.

• Review of Multi-Year Accessibility Plan working document
• Research on acceptable standards for Town recreational trails
• Approval of March 4, 2024, meeting minutes

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee discussed the timeline for publishing heritage designations and the need to research a heritage interest list. Members agreed to put the publication of the list on hold until January 2025 to monitor provincial legislation changes.

• Researching a heritage interest list of properties in Ingersoll
• Requirement to inform property owners of inclusion on the heritage interest list
• Decision to delay list publication until January 2025

Recreational Trails Committee

The Recreational Trails Committee discussed trail inspections, volunteer postings, and the Oxford County Trails Festival. The committee also received an update regarding Trail Works Engineering. Members reviewed recommendations regarding e-bike and scooter policies.

• Agreement with Ingersoll Safe Cycling Committee to suggest a 20km/hr speed limit on all trails
• Discussion of Thames River Clean Up scheduled for April 20, 2024
• Proposal for committee members to walk town trails and report issues to the director of community services
• Update on Oxford County Active Transportation Committee meetings

Ingersoll Primary Care Recruitment & Retention Advisory Committee

The committee discussed healthcare recruitment updates, including the retirement of Dr. Marc Pariser and the disbanding of the Oxford County Physician Recruitment Committee. Members requested funding from Ingersoll Town Council to support student engagement programs.

• Request for $2,000 from Town Council to support Discovery Week activities for 4 students
• Request for $1,200 from Town Council to sponsor up to 3 students for Healthcare camp
• Report that Dr. Marc Pariser is retiring at the end of June 2024
• Update that the Oxford County Physician Recruitment Committee has disbanded due to lack of 2024 funding
• Notification that consultant Michael Barrett has been hired for the Town Health Strategy

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The committee is reviewing the draft Oxford County Inclusion Charter and discussing participation in upcoming community events. Members are also evaluating social media strategies for recognizing days of significance and developing a policy for stakeholder compensation.

• Discussion of participation at the June 15 Oxford Pride Family Day
• Review of the Safe & Well Oxford County Inclusion Charter (draft)
• Recognition of Indigenous Languages Day
• Review of recommendations for Town social media regarding Days of Significance
• Discussion of stakeholder compensation and honourariums

Special Meeting of Council

The Council is meeting to discuss information regarding industrial development in a closed session. The meeting also includes the adoption of By-Law 24-5303 to confirm Council actions.

• Closed session discussion regarding industrial development
• By-Law 24-5303 to adopt and confirm Council actions and proceedings

Police Services Board

The Board reviewed February 2024 crime statistics, including motor vehicle collisions and property crimes. Members discussed board member compensation and the definition of 'per meeting' in local bylaws. The Board also approved several expense reimbursements and a letter of support for Inspector A. Hymers.

• Approval of $500 from auction reserve funds for Youth Citizens Academy
• Approval of $125.42 for secretary internet expenses
• Approval of $149.80 mileage for K. Haliru and $149.80 for S. Horton
• Approval of $412.50 for M. Kersel's December expenses
• Review of February 2024 crime data, including 11 motor vehicle collisions

Business Improvement Area

The Board of Directors is reviewing the 2024 draft budget and discussing the continuation of the BIA Bucks program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Façade Improvement Program and planning for the July 25, 2024, Pizza Fest.

• Discussion on continuation of the BIA Bucks program
• Inquiry regarding Façade Improvement Program at 103 & 105 Thames Street
• Review of the 2024 draft budget
• Planning for Pizza Fest on July 25, 2024
• Review of February 2024 monthly financial report

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee is reviewing museum operations, including upcoming community events and outreach programs. The committee is also tracking a Trillium Grant application for significant building and ground repairs.

• Trillium Grant application for cheese factory foundation, roof, and ramp repairs
• Planned HVAC upgrades and LED lighting installation
• April 8th solar eclipse event with safety-certified glasses
• May Days events scheduled for every Saturday in May
• Cops and Rodders Car Show on May 6

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The scheduled meeting for March 20, 2024, will be rescheduled because a quorum was not met. The provided documents include the agenda for the cancelled meeting and the minutes from the previous meeting held on February 21, 2024.

• February 21 meeting approved the adoption of the January 17 minutes
• Committee discussed a $100 starting point for stakeholder honorariums
• Committee approved hosting the April meeting at Evergreen Coffee Lounge
• Discussion held regarding Town of Ingersoll social media and diversity representation
• Review of the Oxford County Inclusion Charter

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee discussed updates on the cycling coordinator position, which has two applicants. Members also reviewed plans for a bike salvage program and the Ontario Bike Summit presentation.

• Update on two applicants for the cycling coordinator position
• Discussion of bike salvage program involving London Cycle Link
• Planning for June 1st bike events including rides and a bike swap
• Recommendation for Sam Horton and Fred Freeman to present at the Ontario Bike Summit
• Ride to Thrive Program scheduled for Fall 2024 with Royal Roads

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The committee is discussing the creation of an official list of heritage interest properties for residents and businesses. This list would include properties that are not seeking formal heritage designation but would like heritage recognition.

• Recommendation to Council to create an official list of heritage interest properties
• Discussion on using the Band Shell memorial designation as a template for future designations
• Review of a list of houses proposed for the heritage interest list
• Discussion regarding the ACO extension for removing not-yet designated properties

Recreational Trails Committee

The Recreational Trails Committee is reviewing trail development budgets and discussing e-bike usage on trails. The meeting includes a presentation from the Ingersoll Safe Cycling Committee regarding e-bike and scooter maintenance policies.

• $25,000 allocated in 2024 for engineering
• $180,000 allocated in 2025 for development
• Presentation on e-bikes, scooters, and bike lane maintenance policy
• Discussion regarding Thames River clean up and trail inspections
• Upcoming trail audits by the accessibility committee

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposal for a new ground ramp at First Ontario on Thames Street. The committee is also discussing updates to the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and research regarding recreational trail standards.

• NewGround ramp proposal for 108 Thames Street
• Multi-Year Accessibility Plan review
• Research on recreational trail accessibility standards
• Review of letter requesting a Chair Lift

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council is reviewing several zoning amendments, including projects at 170-174 Culloden Road and 191 Canterbury St. The meeting includes a presentation on development charges and a public information session regarding the South West Ingersoll Secondary Plan.

• Development Charge Background Study presentation
• South West Ingersoll Secondary Plan public information session
• Zoning amendment for 170-174 Culloden Road (ZN6-22-3)
• Zoning amendment for 191 Canterbury St. (ZN 6-23-03)
• Request for cannabis retail operations opt-in

Police Services Board

The Board will review briefing notes regarding municipal appointments and the transition to a new board system. Discussions include a change in how board members are reimbursed for travel and the requirement to attach reports to meeting agendas for transparency.

• Briefing note on municipal and provincial board appointments
• Transition from per diems to receipt-based travel reimbursement
• Detachment Commander Report on Youth Citizens Academy
• Discussion on agenda posting and transparency requirements
• Review of 2024 meeting schedule

Business Improvement Area AGM

The Ingersoll Business Improvement Area (BIA) will hold its Annual General Meeting to review organizational reports. The meeting includes a financial report covering 2022 statements and budget highlights, as well as a report from the President.

• Review of 2022 Financial Statements
• Review of 2022 Operating Budget Highlights
• President's Report
• Confirmation of the Acts of Directors

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Downtown BIA Board met to review financial reports and discuss upcoming 2024 projects. The Board approved a subsidy for businesses ordering Christmas garland and discussed potential funding for a Miconex gift card program.

• Approved 50% reimbursement for Christmas garland costs up to $35.00 per business
• Discussed $10,000 budget proposal for an upcoming 2024 event
• Planned PizzaFest for July 25, 2024, and Christmas Madness for November 21, 2024
• Proposed a Veteran's crosswalk for 2024
• Reviewed financial reports for November 2023, December 2023, and January 2024

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee reviewed the purchase of 26 adult and youth bikes for community distribution. Members also discussed maintenance policies for e-bikes and bike lanes, including recommendations for the transportation committee.

• Purchase of 26 adult and youth bikes to be held at Canadian Tire
• Recommendation for additional sweeping service levels for bike lane maintenance
• Approval of the 2024 committees budget
• Update on the posted Cycling Coordinator position
• South West Public Health ordered 100 helmets for spring/summer distribution

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee is preparing a presentation of its top three priorities and implementation timelines for Town Council. Members are also reviewing the draft Oxford County Inclusion Charter and discussing partnership compensation models.

• Presentation of committee priorities and timelines to Ingersoll Town Council
• Review of the draft Oxford County Inclusion Charter
• Discussion of a 60/40 compensation model for potential partners
• Review of the Stakeholder Communication Plan
• Discussion regarding participation in Oxford Pride Family Day

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed updates regarding pest control, car shows, and the Sports Hall of Fame. Members discussed potential memorial plaques for founding members and plans for a horse barn artifact cleanup.

• Switch from Abell to Vancor pest control
• Proposed memorial plaque or etched granite for founding members
• New 'Verses of our Village' exhibit and opening event
• Car shows scheduled for the second Monday of the month, May through September
• Artifact review and deaccessioning for the horse barn

Regular Meeting of Council

Council will receive staff reports on Town Hall exterior upgrades (tree removal and interlocking brick, $4,610 total) and a Communications SWOT analysis, plus consider the 2024 Fees or Charges By-Law. Public meetings are scheduled for two zone change applications and a community engagement session on Additional Residential Units (ARUs). The agenda also includes a delegation on a street naming request and several correspondence items.

• Town Hall exterior upgrades: remove dead trees and metal grates, lay interlocking brick, purchase 4 planter boxes ($500 each), total $4,610, funded from 2024 operating budget
• 2024 Fees or Charges By-Law (T-003-24)
• Public meeting: Zone change ZN 6-22-03 – 170-174 Culloden Road (2480775 Ontario Inc.)
• Public meeting: Revised zone change ZN 6-22-10 – Lots 223, 224 & 226, Block 63, Plan 279 (1879784 Ontario Inc.)
• Public meeting on Additional Residential Units (ARUs); formal Planning Act meeting set for April 8, 2024

Recreational Trails Committee

The Recreational Trails Committee will review the trail development budget and discuss a request from the Oxford County Trails Council. The council is seeking to use local trails for the 'Take a Hike, Oxford' event on June 1, 2024.

• Review of Recreational Trails Budget
• Oxford County Trails Festival request for June 1, 2024
• Selection of a local trail to highlight for the festival

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing the Multi Year Accessibility Plan and a formal request to install a chair lift at the community pool. Members are also discussing research regarding accessibility standards for Town recreational trails.

• Review of Multi Year Accessibility Plan working document
• Review of chair lift request letter for the community pool
• Research update on accessibility standards for Town Recreational Trails
• Presentation on the proposed Newground ramp

Ingersoll Municipal Heritage Committee

The provided document contains only portal login information and does not include a meeting agenda or any items for discussion.

Police Services Board

The Board will conduct routine business including the adoption of previous minutes and commander reports. Discussions will include secretary and board member expenses and 2024 O.A.P.S.B. fee renewals.

• Detachment Commander Reports
• Secretary and board member expenses
• O.A.P.S.B. Zone 4 renewal fees
• CPSA Summit registration and room bookings
• 2024 meeting schedule adoption

Business Improvement Area

The Ingersoll Downtown BIA Board of Directors will meet via video conference to discuss several business and community items. The agenda includes reviewing facade improvement applications, a downtown parking review, and discussing the 2024 budget wish list.

• Facade Improvement Program application for The Golden Chinese Restaurant at 23 King St., W.
• Facade Improvement Program application for The Olde Bakery Café at 120 Thames St.
• Downtown Parking Review presented by Danielle Richard of the Town of Ingersoll
• Discussion of 2024 Budget Wish List
• Review of November and December 2023 Financial Reports

Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee

The Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum Advisory Committee will meet to discuss various museum operations. Items for discussion include staffing updates, potential grants, and the Museum Master Plan.

• Staffing update
• Museum repairs
• Grant discussions
• Museum Master Plan
• Sports Hall of Fame

Ingersoll Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The committee is discussing a compensation model for partners and potential honorariums for committee members. Members are also planning community engagement strategies and preparing for a delegation from Oxford County Pride.

• Proposed partnership honorarium model: 60% to organization and 40% to individual
• Discussion of potential honorariums for DEI members (excluding Councillors)
• Oxford County Pride delegation presentation
• Goal setting for 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year community engagement
• Review of the DEI Planning Document

Safe Cycling Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations for e-bike and scooter maintenance policies and bylaws. Members also discussed the Ride to Thrive pilot program and the 2024 duties for the Cycling Coordinator.

• Approved up to $350 from committee funds for a mountain bike and lock for a resident
• Motion carried to spend remaining 2023 budget on new bikes
• Discussion of e-bike/scooter maintenance policy and trail usage recommendations
• Proposed pilot of the Ride to Thrive program at Royal Roads school
• Review of updated 2024 Cycling Coordinator job description

Regular Meeting of Council

The Council is reviewing staff reports regarding VPCC equipment, the assumption of Brookfield Ave. as a public highway, and various by-law amendments. The agenda also includes updates on the General Motors tax appeal and a recent land acquisition for Grobrook Farm.

• Assumption of Brookfield Ave. as a Public Highway (By-Law 24-5295)
• Amendment to Traffic and Parking By-Law 06-4327 (By-Law 24-5296)
• VPCC Dehumidifier and Pool Pump staff reports
• Public meeting for 103 Metcalfe Street zoning (A-07-23)
• General Motors tax appeal litigation update