Perth County public meetings in 2021
54 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee will receive a status report on consent applications, including 11 new applications for surplus farm dwellings and lot creations, and will consider approving the 2022 hearing dates. The meeting is procedural, with no public hearings scheduled.
- 11 new consent applications received since last report, including B38/21 (surplus farm dwelling, North Perth) and B41/21 (lot addition, Perth East)
- 3 applications conditionally approved via delegated authority on Dec 13, 2021 (B33/21, B34/21, B40/21)
- 6 applications finalized with certificates issued between Oct 20 and Nov 29, 2021
- Proposed 2022 hearing dates: monthly from Jan 31 to Dec 19, 2022
- 1 application withdrawn (B39/21) and 1 on hold (B31/21) pending additional studies
Regular Council
Perth County Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed Official Plan Amendment (No. 188) for a delegation from Votorantim Cimentos, a Minister's Zoning Order for an industrial subdivision in Perth East, and a policy requiring council members to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. The agenda also includes routine consent items, staff reports on topics like transit and property, and a closed session for labour relations matters.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 188 (By-law 3849-2021) with a public delegation from Votorantim Cimentos
- Minister's Zoning Order for Percon Development Inc. industrial subdivision, Part Lot 6, Concession 2, Mornington Ward, Perth East
- Members of Council COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (By-law 3851-2021)
- Surplus property declaration for 24 St. Andrew Street, Stratford
- Tender results for supply of tri-axle and tandem-axle cab and chassis (Tender 2021-033-11)
Municipal Shared Services Committee
The Municipal Shared Services Committee will receive reports on the Stratford-Perth Archives exhibit policy, provincial offences court services, paramedic services, and social services. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or contracts listed.
- Stratford-Perth Archives exhibit policy report
- Provincial Offences Court Services report
- Paramedic Services report
- Social Services 3rd quarter report
Warden's Election
Perth County Council will hold a special meeting to elect the 2022 Warden and Deputy Warden. Council members may declare their candidacy, give remarks, and vote by secret ballot. The meeting also includes the installation of the new Warden and Deputy Warden, and a report on a history exhibit celebrating the courthouse and past Wardens.
- Election of 2022 Warden by secret ballot per Municipal Act, 2001
- Election of 2022 Deputy Warden
- Ballot destruction motion if election held
- Perth County History Exhibit report (Report 2021-188) with 8 posters at courthouse
- Presentation of gavel and Chain of Office to new Warden
Regular Council
Perth County Council meets December 2, 2021 to receive staff reports and consider by-laws. Key items include the 2020 audited consolidated financial statements, a boundary road agreement with Oxford County, and proposed speed limit changes on Perth Road 107 in Shakespeare. Council will also hear a presentation from Huron & Area Search and Rescue and receive several consent agenda items, including correspondence from other municipalities on homelessness and housing.
- Report 2021-175: 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
- Report 2021-186: Boundary Road Agreement between Perth and Oxford Counties, with By-law 3846-2021 for signing authorization
- Report 2021-184: Perth Road 107-Shakespeare speed limits, community safety zone, and automated speed enforcement
- By-law 3845-2021 to amend By-law 2674-2001 on speed limits
- Report 2021-185: 5 Huron Street renovation and expansion
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting for its final 2021 session to adopt minutes, receive the Clerk's update, and confirm the 2022 meeting schedule. The committee will also review correspondence including an Angus Reid Institute report on corporate accessibility and several provincial announcements. No public hearings or delegations are scheduled.
- Adoption of October 26, 2021 minutes
- Clerk's Update (Report 2021-179) covering courthouse elevator work, 2021 annual accessibility update, and Action Not Words support letter
- 2022 meeting schedule approval (10 regular meetings, locations TBD)
- Correspondence: Angus Reid Institute report on corporate Canada accessibility
- Archives bench project - no update, pending budget proposal
Regular Council
Perth County Council is meeting to review staff reports and consider several items, including a $5,000,000 funding proposal for community paramedicine in long-term care, a contract extension for line painting, and a tiered response agreement review. The agenda also includes a presentation on workforce strategy findings and a closed session on municipal property negotiations. Most items are routine approvals or information updates.
- Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care Program Funding in Perth County - $5,000,000
- Lineal Traffic Markings - Contract Extension and By-law 3843-2021 for line painting signing authorization
- Tiered Response Agreement Fire and Paramedic Service Review 2021-2022
- Presentation: Western Ontario Warden's Caucus Workforce Strategy Findings & Issues Report
- Closed session on security of municipal property/negotiations (Public Works)
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider a revised timeline and staffing needs for the new Official Plan, along with several 2022 budget reports including the POA/MSSC budget and the Stratford-Perth Archives budget. Council will also receive updates on paramedic services, including a response time performance plan renewal and a financial forecast, and discuss the Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing workplan. The agenda includes a closed session for labour relations, legal advice, and municipal property security matters.
- New Official Plan Update: Revised Timeline, Natural Environment, Staffing Requirements (Report 2021-169)
- POA Operational Update and MSSC Budget (Report 2021-161)
- MSSC 2022 Budget Report for Stratford-Perth Archives (Report 2021-164)
- Ministry of Health Response Time Performance Plan Annual Renewal (Report 2021-162)
- Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing - Workplan (Report 2021-165)
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review a draft report requesting County Council support for the Action Not Words advocacy group's position on congregate care housing for people with disabilities. They will also receive the Clerk's update, site plan feedback for two Mitchell properties, and correspondence from the Province of Ontario.
- Draft report to Council requesting a joint letter of support for Action Not Words' congregate care position paper
- Site plan feedback for Wighty's Repair at 122 Huron Rd, Mitchell, recommending accessible parking and power doors
- Site plan feedback for Matt Koch Hardwoods Inc. at 21 Arthur St, Mitchell, recommending one Type A accessible parking space
- Clerk's update on Courthouse elevator, Paramedic Services HQ renovation, and 2021 Annual Accessibility Update
- Province of Ontario correspondence on World Alzheimer's Day, dementia support, accessible workplaces, and blind/low vision program
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee is meeting remotely to handle land severance applications, review a status report of consent files, and appoint a new Land Division Secretary-Treasurer. The agenda includes procedural items like approving the agenda and previous minutes, and a closed session is scheduled. No public hearings for consent applications are listed on this agenda.
- Approve October 25, 2021 agenda
- Adopt August 30, 2021 minutes
- Receive Consent File Status Report (as of October 15, 2021)
- Appoint Land Division Secretary-Treasurer and Deputy
- Next meeting: November 29, 2021 at 9:30 a.m.
Regular Council
Perth County Council's regular meeting includes a presentation on a greenhouse gas reduction plan, a delegation from MPAC, and a decision on a modification to a draft subdivision plan. Council will also receive updates on transit, legal services, facilities, and roads. The meeting includes a closed session on labour relations.
- Presentation of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan (Report 2021-153)
- Modification to Draft Plan Approval for Subdivision NP 18-03 by Dallmitch Holdings Limited
- MPAC delegation and financial/performance review (Report 2021-147)
- PC Connect September update (Report 2021-155)
- 2021 Roads Capital and Operations Project Summary (Report 2021-154)
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will review and discuss its draft 2021 workplan, which outlines goals and actions for educating the community, advocating for housing policy, supporting planning policy, building development readiness, and supporting financial capacity for development. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the June 9, 2021 meeting and discussion of a delegation to Council. The meeting is procedural and focused on planning, with no final decisions expected.
- Review of draft 2021 workplan with goals on education, advocacy, planning policy, development readiness, and financial capacity
- Action items include defining affordable/attainable housing, creating a 'Yes in my backyard' campaign, and researching inclusionary zoning
- Discussion of a delegation to Council
- Adoption of minutes from June 9, 2021 meeting
Special Council
This is a special council meeting of Perth County, Ontario, held at the EMS building. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of opening formalities and a closed session. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion permitted under the Municipal Act regarding the security of municipal property or negotiations.
- Closed session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act on security of municipal property/negotiations
- Meeting held at Perth County EMS, 480 Douro St., Stratford
Regular Council
Perth County Council will hold a public meeting and consider a staff recommendation on Official Plan Amendment #200 by Lucas, Lauren and Robbin Lovell, with a by-law for its adoption on the agenda. The council will also receive updates on second dwelling unit policies, a subdivision extension, and various operational reports including a roadside weed management contract and a tri-axle plow truck replacement.
- Public meeting and staff report on OPA #200 by Lucas, Lauren and Robbin Lovell, with By-law 3839-2021 for adoption
- Update on Official Plan Section 6.3A Second Dwelling Units
- Request for extension of draft plan approval for Lunor Subdivision, File No. NP 04-01
- Pre-budget approval for tri-axle plow truck replacement
- Roadside weed management contract
Planning Public Meeting
Perth County Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on Official Plan Amendment #200, which would permit a second dwelling unit (additional residential unit) in an accessory building less than five years old at 168 Fisher Avenue, Atwood. The applicant, Lucas, Lauren and Robbin Lovell, proposes converting part of a detached garage built in 2019 into a residential unit. The current Official Plan and North Perth Zoning By-law require accessory buildings to be at least five years old for such use. Council will reserve its decision until the regular meeting later that day.
- Official Plan Amendment #200 by Lucas, Lauren and Robbin Lovell for 168 Fisher Avenue, Atwood
- Proposed second dwelling unit in a detached garage built in 2019 (less than 5 years old)
- Accessory building is approximately 167 m²; proposed unit would occupy 111 m²
- Public comments to be received on OPA #200
- Approval would require a minor variance from the 5-year age requirement
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a rescheduled presentation on congregate care for people with disabilities, receive the Clerk's Update on accessibility projects, and discuss correspondence about Ontario's online accessible parking permit renewal tool. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from June 22, 2021, and a standing update on the Archives Bench.
- Presentation (rescheduled): Kathy Kantel and Deb Thompson - Action Not Words - Position Paper on Congregate Care for People with Disabilities
- Clerk's Update (Report 2021-136) covering courthouse accessibility upgrades, New Horizons Grant program completion, 2020 Annual Accessibility Update, and 2021 Compliance Report
- Correspondence: Province of Ontario - Renewal Parking Permit Online
- Archives Bench - Standing Update from Archives Staff
Municipal Shared Services Committee
The Municipal Shared Services Committee is receiving updates on Stratford-Perth Archives, Provincial Offences Court Services, Paramedic Services, and Social Services. The agenda includes reports on archives reopening and outreach, court operations and revenue, paramedic call volumes and COVID-19 policies, and a social services quarterly report. No decisions are listed; items are for information or acceptance.
- Paramedic Services: 10% higher call volume April–July 2021 vs 2020; new policy for unvaccinated paramedics to undergo regular COVID-19 testing
- Provincial Offences: 5,850 charges filed and $851,792 fines collected to end of July 2021
- Stratford-Perth Archives: reopened to in-person research by appointment; 38% increase in queries vs 2019
- Social Services: 2nd Quarter Report 2021 to be received
- Next meetings: November 18, 2021 (Budget) and December 16, 2021
Regular Council
Perth County Council will receive reports on code of conduct complaints, a corporate vaccination policy, and several planning and public works items. The agenda includes numerous consent items from other municipalities and a request for a community safety zone.
- Code of Conduct Complaint Reports (2020-01, 2020-02, 2021-01) presented by Aird & Berlis LLP
- Corporate Vaccination Policy report
- Listowel Ward OPA 34 - Official Plan Amendment for transportation and additional residential units
- Tender results for winter sand supply (2021-031-10) and winter maintenance contract 2021/22
- By-law 3836-2021 to regulate destruction or injuring of trees
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee will hear two applications for consent to sever land: a surplus farm dwelling at 3169 Line 140 in Perth South and a severance at 302 Woodview Drive in Atwood. The committee will also receive a status report on applications and consider appointing a deputy secretary-treasurer. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19 and will be live-streamed.
- Application B17/21: sever surplus farm dwelling at 3169 Line 140, Perth South, with staff-modified lot size of 0.417 hectares
- Application B11/21: severance at 302 Woodview Drive, Atwood, North Perth
- Report 2021-120: status of new, in-process, approved, on-hold, withdrawn, and lapsed applications
- Report 2021-131: appointment of Deputy Land Division Secretary-Treasurer
Regular Council
Perth County Council is meeting to consider staff reports on a vaccine clinic update, a corporate vehicles policy, delegated authority for public meetings, PC Connect transit update, forestry inspector's report, external audit services, and amendments to speed limits on county roads. The agenda also includes a large consent agenda with correspondence from other municipalities on topics like capital gains tax, land transfer tax, and cemetery funding, plus a notice of motion regarding the relationship with MPAC. A closed session is scheduled for legal, labour, and confidential matters.
- By-law 3832-2021 to amend speed limits in school zones
- By-law 3833-2021 to repeal delegated authority for public meetings
- Report on external audit services (Report 2021-105)
- Vaccine clinic update (Report 2021-111)
- Notice of motion on relationship with MPAC
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee will hear an update on a revised application to sever a 0.15-hectare lot addition for a geothermal system, with a recommendation to approve. They will also consider amending conditions for an easement application and receive a status report on all consent applications. The meeting is remote and live-streamed due to COVID-19.
- Application B48/20: 0.15 ha lot addition at 4575 Line 72, Perth East, for geothermal system
- Request to amend conditions for easement application B12/21 by Gama Engineering for 2224243 Ontario Ltd.
- Status report on new, in-process, approved, on-hold, withdrawn, lapsed applications
- Adoption of June 28, 2021 minutes
- Next meeting set for August 30, 2021
Regular Council
Perth County Council is meeting to consider staff reports and by-laws, including two official plan amendments (OPA 198 for Bach Run Farms and OPA 189 revising surplus farm dwelling policies), tender results for paramedic services headquarters renovations, and bridge rehabilitation. The agenda also includes a large consent agenda of correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities on topics like COVID-19 vaccine production, suicide hotlines, and capital gains tax. A closed session is scheduled for labour relations, an identifiable individual, and Perth Line 33 construction negotiations.
- By-law 3827-2021 to adopt Official Plan Amendment #198 (Bach Run Farms Ltd.)
- By-law 3828-2021 to adopt Official Plan Amendment #189 (surplus farm dwelling policies)
- Tender results for Paramedic Services Headquarters Office Renovations (By-law 3830-2021)
- Bridge Structure 131141 rehabilitation on Perth Road 131 (By-law 3829-2021)
- Request for extension of draft plan approval for Terrier Subdivision (File NP 10-01)
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee will consider an application to sever land at 6179 Line 26 in West Perth, with a recommendation to approve subject to conditions. The meeting also includes a request to modify conditions on a prior consent for Terpstra Drying Inc., and a status report on other applications.
- Application B08/21 by John McKercher for Howard and Valari Fanson to sever Lot 28, Concession 7, Fullarton Ward, West Perth (6179 Line 26)
- Request to modify conditions on Terpstra Drying Inc. consent, File No. B33-19
- Status report on new, in-process, approved, on-hold, withdrawn, lapsed, and delegated authority applications
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation from Kathy Kantel and Deb Thompson on congregate care for people with disabilities, and to receive the Clerk's Update report. The update covers ongoing accessibility projects, including the 2020 Annual Accessibility Update and the New Horizons Grant Program webinars. No decisions are on the agenda; the items are for information and discussion.
- Presentation: Action Not Words - Position Paper on Congregate Care for People with Disabilities
- Clerk's Update Report 2021-087
- 2020 Annual Accessibility Update for Perth County
- New Horizons Grant Program webinars completed May 31-June 10
- No meetings scheduled for July and August
Regular Council
Perth County Council's regular meeting on June 17, 2021, includes staff reports on the new Official Plan update, PC Connect transit service, a diversity charter, 2020 COVID costs, reserve transfers, and a courthouse elevator project. The consent agenda contains numerous letters of support and correspondence from other municipalities on various topics.
- County of Perth New Official Plan Council Update (Report 2021-084)
- PC Connect May Update (Report 2021-082)
- Perth County Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Charter (Report 2021-085)
- Perth County COVID Costs 2020 (Report 2021-080)
- Courthouse Elevator Project - Contractor Prequalification (Report 2021-078)
Municipal Shared Services Committee
The Municipal Shared Services Committee will review reports on social services, provincial offences, paramedic services, and archives. Key items include a proposed contribution agreement for $428,255 in provincial funding for eight modular supportive housing units at 398 Erie Street, Stratford, and updates on paramedic and court services.
- Proposed contribution agreement for $428,255 SSRF Phase 2 holdback for 8 modular supportive housing units at 398 Erie Street, Stratford
- 1st Quarter 2021 Social Services update, including Community Safety and Well-being Plan interim report
- Provincial Offences Court Services report (Report 2021-073)
- Paramedic Services June update (Report 2021-086)
- Stratford-Perth Archives Disaster Prevention and Response Plan report
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will review and discuss the draft 2021 work plan, which outlines actions across five goals including education, advocacy, planning policy, development readiness, and financial capacity. The committee will also hear about an upcoming housing forum event.
- Review of Draft Work Plan No. 3 with tracked changes
- Discussion of actions including inclusionary zoning and LPAT reform position reports
- Survey to determine current housing inventory and potential secondary units
- Promotion of 'Housing Our Future' forum featuring Dr. Avi Friedman and Bill 108 discussion
Regular Council
Perth County Council's regular meeting on June 3, 2021, includes staff reports on an Official Plan Amendment (OPA 196) by Sam and Mary Zehr, a cycle tourism development plan, and a pavement preservation program. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including resolutions from other municipalities on topics like cannabis licensing and carbon tax exemptions. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations matters.
- Official Plan Amendment #196 application by Sam and Mary Zehr
- Cycle Tourism Development in Perth County report
- 2021 Capital Maintenance - Pavement Preservation Program
- By-law 3824-2021 to adopt OPA 196
- Consent agenda includes resolutions on cannabis licensing, carbon tax exemption, and golfing prohibition
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee will hold a remote meeting to consider three applications for consent to sever land, including a surplus farm dwelling and two new residential lots. The committee will also appoint a new Secretary-Treasurer and Deputy, and receive a status report on other applications. The meeting is open to the public via live stream.
- Consent to sever surplus farm dwelling (No. B05/21) at 5618 Perth Line 86, Wallace Ward, North Perth, with revised lot configuration to include septic bed
- Consent to sever surplus farm dwelling (No. B02/21) at 4258 Line 20, Downie Ward, Perth South
- Consent to sever two new residential lots (No. B54/20, B55/20) by Robena and Magdalena Kuepfer
- Appointment of Rachel Suffern as Land Division Secretary-Treasurer and David Gundrum as Deputy
- Status report on new, pending, in-process, approved, withdrawn, and delegated authority applications
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on dementia and age-friendly communities, review a clerk's update on accessibility projects, and consider feedback on the EMS Headquarters renovation design. The agenda also includes correspondence from Action Not Words advocating for reform of congregate care for persons with disabilities.
- Presentation by S. Gilhula of the Alzheimer Society of Perth County on dementia and age-friendly communities
- Clerk's Update (Report 2021-063) covering courthouse updates, 2020 Annual Accessibility Update, site plan reviews, and New Horizons Grant Program
- AAC Renovation Design Review Feedback Report for EMS Headquarters, Stratford (Project No. 21-1013)
- Correspondence: Action Not Words position paper on congregate care for persons with disabilities
- Archives Bench standing update
Regular Council
Perth County Council's May 20, 2021 regular meeting includes a presentation on the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, a staff report on a proposed modification to the Emerald Green Draft Plan of Subdivision Phase 3, and updates on PC Connect transit and a COVID-19 business impact survey. The consent agenda contains correspondence from other municipalities on topics like a national 988 suicide hotline and MFIPPA reform. A notice of motion from Councillor Eidt on domestic COVID-19 vaccine production is also listed.
- Application for modification of Emerald Green Draft Plan of Subdivision Phase 3 (31T-91002) by GSP Group for 2244278 Ontario Inc.
- Presentation on Community Safety and Well-Being Plan by Kim McElroy and Chief Greg Skinner
- PC Connect April update report
- COVID-19 in Perth County business impact survey report
- Notice of motion by Councillor Eidt on domestic COVID-19 vaccine production and capacity
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will discuss and review a draft work plan, following up on survey results and sub-committee input. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes and confirmation of the agenda. This is a working session focused on planning next steps for the committee.
- Draft Work Plan Discussion and Review
- Adoption of minutes from April 14, 2021 meeting
- Future meeting scheduled for June 9, 2021
Regular Council
Perth County Council will receive a delegation on a new targeted COVID-19 approach from the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance and HPPH, and consider a related notice of motion. The council will also review staff reports on forestry, paramedic services, and tender results for traffic markings and pickup trucks, and consider a by-law to authorize the tenders. The agenda includes numerous consent items, including correspondence on Bill C-21, fire grants, and various resolutions from other municipalities.
- Delegation on COVID-19 new targeted approach by Andrew Williams (HPPHA) and Dr. Miriam Klassen (HPPH)
- Tender results for supply and apply linear traffic markings (2021-031-08)
- Tender results for supply of pickup trucks (2021-033-07)
- By-law 3820-2021 for signing authorization of tender results
- Notice of motion by Councillor Herlick on COVID-19 new targeted approach
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive the Clerk's Update and feedback reports on two site plan reviews: a commercial building (farm dealership) in Perth South and a property at 4082 Waterloo St., Millbank. The committee will also get a standing update on the Archives Bench. The agenda is largely routine, with no public hearings or delegations scheduled.
- Site plan review feedback for 2143560 Ontario Inc. commercial building (farm dealership) in Perth South
- Site plan review feedback for 4082 Waterloo St., Millbank
- Clerk's Update report (2021-054) including courthouse updates and New Horizons Grant program
- Standing update on Archives Bench
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee is meeting remotely to consider a revised application by Grace Farms Ltd. to sever land in West Perth, along with routine agenda items. The committee will also receive a status report on new, pending, and approved consent applications. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the Grace Farms consent decision.
- Revised Application for Consent to Sever (No. B35/20 – Lot Addition) by Grace Farms Ltd., affecting Part Lot 25, Concession 9, Hibbert Ward, Municipality of West Perth (7377 Perth Line 24)
- Report 2021-058 on the Grace Farms application with recommended approval subject to conditions
- Report 2021-057 on new, pending, in process, final approved, withdrawn, and delegated authority approved applications
- Adoption of March 29, 2021 minutes
- Appeals update: B47/19 Wilson and B67/19 Silvestrin
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider staff reports on road resurfacing tender results, cannabis funding distribution to member municipalities, and a forestry inspector's report. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions from other municipalities on topics like the Ontario Fire College and paid sick days. A closed session is scheduled for negotiations and labour relations.
- Tender results for road resurfacing (2021-031-06) with signing authorization by-law
- Perth County Cannabis Funding Distribution to Member Municipalities report
- February 2021 Forestry Inspector's Report
- PC Connect transit service March update
- Closed session on negotiations and labour relations
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will receive presentations from Perth County's Planning and Development and Economic Development and Tourism divisions, and discuss a work plan update. The agenda includes adoption of the March 10, 2021 minutes, which covered a presentation from Grey County on housing initiatives and formation of a work plan sub-committee.
- Presentation by Perth County Planning and Development Division (S. McMullen and S. Reid)
- Presentation by Perth County Economic Development and Tourism (J. Dias and S. Franklin)
- Work Plan Development Update by R. Erb
- Adoption of minutes from March 10, 2021 meeting
Special Council
Perth County Council is holding a special meeting by Zoom that is largely procedural. The only substantive item is a closed session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act pertaining to education/training, after which the meeting adjourns.
- Closed session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act on education/training
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee is meeting remotely to receive an update on new, pending, in-process, approved, and withdrawn consent applications. The agenda includes a report listing several new applications for lot creation and lot additions, as well as updates on previously deferred applications. No public hearings for consent applications are scheduled for this meeting.
- New applications B03-21 through B07-21 for lot creation and lot addition in Perth South, Perth East, North Perth, and West Perth
- Deferred applications B48-20 and B35-20 awaiting applicant direction
- Delegated approvals granted for B61-20 (lot addition, commercial), B56-20 (surplus farm dwelling), and B59-20 (residential lot creation)
- Appeals B47-19 Wilson and B67-19 Silvestrin listed for discussion
- Application B58-20 withdrawn at applicant's request
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive the Clerk's update and four site plan review feedback reports covering the County Courthouse elevator, a Wimpole Street residential development in Mitchell, a Tim Hortons in Milverton, and a commercial property at 2248 Line 34 in Shakespeare. The committee will also adopt minutes from its February 23 meeting. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions expected.
- Clerk's Update (Report 2021-045) includes courthouse reopening, annual accessibility report, and site visit to Mitchell Lion's Public Pool
- AAC feedback on County Courthouse elevator project (Project No. 20-1023)
- AAC feedback on Wimpole St. residential development in Mitchell (Project No. DEL18-020)
- AAC feedback on Tim Hortons at 72 Main Street, Milverton (Project No. 1866)
- AAC feedback on 2248 Line 34, Shakespeare commercial property
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including awarding tenders for road reconstruction projects and approving signing authorization by-laws. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with various updates and correspondence, and a closed session on labour relations.
- Tender results for Perth Line 33 reconstruction (cold-in-place recycling) with by-law for Lavis Contracting Co. Limited
- Tender results for supply of one 2021 or newer wheel loader with by-law for Caterpillar Financial Services Limited
- Tender results for road reconstruction on Perth Road 121, Line 67, Line 83, and Structure 121126 rehabilitation with by-law for Brantco Construction
- Job Evaluation Policy report
- New Horizons for Seniors Program - Accessibility and Paramedic Community Outreach Program report
Municipal Shared Services Committee
The Municipal Shared Services Committee is receiving year-end 2020 reports from Stratford-Perth Archives, Provincial Offences Court Services, Perth Paramedic Services, and Social Services, plus discussing county road cost sharing. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- POA Court Services: 7,332 charges filed in 2020, down 28% from average; fines collected $1,248,157, down 19%
- POA revenue distribution: Perth County 73.88%, Stratford 22.86%, St. Marys 3.26%
- Paramedic Services: first year of partnership with Medavie Health Services
- Archives: in-person visits dropped 77% in 2020 due to COVID-19
- New business: County Road Cost Sharing discussion
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will receive a presentation from County of Grey staff on their affordable housing initiatives and discuss its workplan and sub-committee development. The agenda also includes routine items: confirming the agenda, adopting February minutes, and noting a Council resolution to leave a citizen member vacancy unfilled indefinitely.
- Presentation by County of Grey on affordable/attainable housing initiatives
- Discussion of workplan and sub-committee development
- Council resolution: citizen member vacancy to remain vacant indefinitely
- Adoption of minutes from February 17, 2021 meeting
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider staff reports on tax policy, tax rates, and borrowing for 2021, along with tender results for the reconstruction of Perth Line 55 and Line 53. The agenda also includes routine consent items, by-laws for borrowing and taxation, and a closed session for legal matters.
- 2021 Tax Policy, Tax Rate & Borrowing report (Report 2021-032)
- Tender results for Perth Line 55 and Line 53 reconstruction (Report 2021-033)
- By-law 3808-2021 for borrowing
- By-law 3809-2021 for requisition
- By-law 3810-2021 for tax ratio
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on emergency management accessibility, receive the Clerk's update, and review feedback on the Perth South Old Township Office site plan. The agenda is largely routine, with reports and updates rather than major decisions.
- Presentation by T. McKone, Emergency Management Coordinator, on accessibility in emergency management
- Clerk's update includes 2021 budget items (e.g., $9,220 for AAC, $2,479 mileage) and Courthouse elevator project
- Site plan review feedback for Perth South Old Township Office: accessible parking, automated doors, barrier-free ramp
- Site plan reviews scheduled for County Courthouse elevator, Wimpole Street Mitchell, Tim Hortons Milverton, 2248 Line 34 Shakespeare
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee will hear one application for consent to sever (No. B48/20) by Ross Alexander McTavish, proposing to convey a 1,508.8 m² portion of 4575 Line 72 to the adjacent property at 4619 Line 72 to accommodate a geothermal system. The committee will also receive a status report on new, pending, and approved applications, and note updates on two appeals. The meeting is remote and live-streamed due to COVID-19.
- Application B48/20: consent to sever 1,508.8 m² (0.37 acre) at 4575 Line 72, Perth East, for lot addition to 4619 Line 72 for geothermal system
- Report 2021-027: status of new, pending, in process, final approved, withdrawn, and delegated authority approved applications
- Appeals update: B47-19 Wilson and B67-19 Silvestrin
- Adoption of January 25, 2021 minutes
- Next meeting: March 29, 2021
Regular Council
Perth County Council is meeting to consider staff reports and consent agenda items, including a proposed single-tier planning services model and agreement, an update on a County Official Plan amendment, and a climate change coordinator contract extension. The council will also vote on endorsing resolutions from other municipalities on issues like Bill 197, MFIPPA reform, and paid sick days.
- Single Tier Planning Services Model and Agreement (Report 2021-023)
- Update on County Official Plan Amendment OPA 193 by Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
- Climate Change Coordinator Extension and Work Plan (Report 2021-020)
- Endorsement of St. Catharines resolution on Bill 197
- Support for Guelph-Eramosa Township resolution on MFIPPA reform
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing will meet to hear presentations from the Huron Perth Association of Realtors and the Municipality of North Perth's Mayoral Task Force on Affordable Housing. The committee will also confirm the agenda and adopt minutes from the January 6, 2021 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 7:00 PM via Zoom.
- Presentation by Huron Perth Association of Realtors (G. Van Bakel)
- Presentation by Municipality of North Perth's Mayoral Task Force on Affordable Housing (T. Kasenberg and K. Mahvash)
- Adoption of minutes from January 6, 2021 meeting
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider adopting the 2021 operating and capital budgets, seasonal load restrictions on roads, and a contract extension for the climate change coordinator. The agenda also includes a presentation on a rural response survey and several consent items, including broadband infrastructure resolutions and a request to amend the Tile Drainage Installation Act.
- By-law 3801-2021: Adoption of the 2021 Budget (operating and capital)
- Report 2021-019: Seasonal Load Restrictions and Reduced Load Limits
- Report 2021-017: Climate Change Coordinator - Contract Extension
- Presentation: Leith Deacon (University of Guelph) - Rural Response Survey
- Consent item: City of Port Colborne Resolution - Amending the Tile Drainage Installation Act
Regular Council
Perth County Council will consider staff reports and by-laws related to two Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) decisions on official plan amendments (OPA 129 and OPA 130), a proposed anti-racism and inclusivity charter, and several routine administrative items including fine write-offs and investment reports. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal advice.
- By-laws 3797-2021 and 3798-2021 to adopt LPAT decisions on OPA 129 (Dziadura) and OPA 130 (1579158 Ontario Inc.)
- Report 2021-015: Development of a Perth County Charter on Anti-Racism and Inclusivity
- Report 2021-008: Write-off of Provincial Offences Fines for 2020
- Report 2021-006: 2020 Investment Portfolio
- Consent agenda includes SWIFT broadband update and photo radar letter from South-West Oxford
Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will elect its 2021 chair and vice-chair, confirm the agenda, and adopt minutes from December 15, 2020. The committee will also receive a Clerk's update on accessibility projects, including courthouse improvements and the 2021 compliance report.
- Election of 2021 chair and vice-chair
- Adoption of minutes from December 15, 2020
- Clerk's update on courthouse accessibility improvements and elevator project
- Follow-up on Millbank Hardware site plan handrail feedback sent to Perth East
- 2021 accessibility training schedule and compliance report
Land Division Committee
The Perth County Land Division Committee will hear an application by Grace Farms Ltd. to sever 0.405 hectares (1 acre) for a lot addition to the Vink property at 7377 Perth Line 24. Staff recommend not approving the application, citing inconsistency with provincial and county agricultural policies. The committee will also elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt minutes, and receive reports on other consent applications and appeals.
- Application B35/20: Grace Farms Ltd. lot addition to 7377 Perth Line 24, West Perth (0.405 ha)
- Staff recommendation: NOT APPROVE B35/20
- Election of 2021 Chair and Vice-Chair
- Report on application B51/19 by 2516459 Ontario Ltd.
- Appeals listed: B47-19 Wilson, B67-19 Silvestrin
Regular Council
Perth County Council meets to consider routine administrative items, including a 2021 fees and charges by-law amendment, a capital budget presentation, and new policies on employee resignation and retirement recognition. The agenda also includes updates on paramedic services, a business check-in program, and a closed session on a labour relations matter.
- 2021 Fees and Charges By-law Amendment (By-law 3795-2021)
- Capital Budget Presentation by Treasurer
- Resignation Policy and Employee Retirement Recognition Policy (Report 2021-004)
- Business Check-In Program (Report 2021-005)
- Paramedic Services Update - January 2021 (Report 2021-001)
Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing
The Committee on Affordable and Attainable Housing is meeting to adopt minutes from November 30, 2020, and to receive a County Council resolution approving amended terms of reference. The amended terms expand the mandate to include supportive housing and add a member from Stratford Social Services and Housing. The committee will also confirm its agenda and schedule future meetings.
- Adoption of minutes from November 30, 2020
- County Council resolution of December 17, 2020 approving amended terms of reference
- Amended terms of reference include supportive housing in mandate
- Appointment of a member from Stratford Social Services and Housing department
- Next meeting scheduled for February 17, 2021