Bradford West Gwillimbury public meetings in 2024

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will hear a 2025 budget presentation from the South Simcoe Police Services Board and consider a zoning by-law amendment regarding home occupation standards. The meeting includes decisions on land assumptions for National Homes developments and various traffic safety funding requests.

• South Simcoe Police Services Board 2025 Budget presentation
• Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-18-12) for Home Occupation Review
• Final Assumption of lots for National Homes (Bradford) Inc. Phase 1 and Phase 2
• $40,000 for Traffic Engineering Review and $25,000 for five flashing radar speed signs
• 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law (2024-97)

Council approved several 2025 fees and charges, including Carrot Fest vendor booth rentals and Celebration Square rental fees, and directed staff to amend the Fees and Charges By-law. It also approved final assumptions for two National Homes subdivisions, granted a two-year extension for a draft plan, and approved a zoning by-law amendment for home occupations. Committee recommendations were adopted, including creating a Green Initiatives civic award and endorsing traffic calming projects.

• Approved Carrot Fest 2025 vendor booth fees: Friday local $50, non-local $75; Saturday local $90, non-local $250 (2024-442)
• Approved local food vendor fees for other events: Music in the Park/Outdoor Movies $10, Pumpkin Fest $25, Canada Day $75 (2024-443)
• Approved new Carrot Fest application/selection process with two-week application windows (2024-444)
• Approved Celebration Square rental fees: $1,500 half-day, $2,250 full-day (2024-445)
• Approved final assumption of National Homes Phase 1 remaining lots (Lots 82-89, 103-108, Plan 51M-1051) (2024-446)
• Approved final assumption of National Homes Phase 2 (Lots 1-35, Plan 51M-1185) (2024-447)
• Granted two-year extension for draft plan approval D12-19-05, lapsing Dec 21, 2026 (2024-448)
• Approved town-initiated zoning by-law amendment for home occupation standards (2024-449)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will adopt the October 10 minutes, receive the Drain Superintendent’s report, and approve payment of the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King’s share of the Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance costs. The board will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adopt minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting (HMDSJMSB_Oct10_2024).
• Receive Drain Superintendent Report HMDSJMSB-2024-08 dated December 5, 2024.
• Approve payment of the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King’s share for Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance.
• Approve 2025 meeting dates: Feb 13, Apr 10, Jun 12, Aug 14, Oct 9, Dec 11, all at 7:00 p.m.
• Adjourn the meeting.

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board approved paying the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King's share of Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance costs from general funds. The board also received the Drainage Superintendent's report and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved payment of BWG and King's share of Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance from general funds (carried)
• Received Drainage Superintendent's report HMDSJMSB-2024-08 for information (carried)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates: Feb 13, Apr 10, Jun 12, Aug 14, Oct 9, Dec 11 (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The posted agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Accessibility Advisory Committee on Dec 9, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to adopt the 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law and a Fire Communication Services Agreement with the City of Barrie. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal matters and a cellular tower.

• Adoption of 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law
• Fire Communication Services Agreement with City of Barrie
• Granting a 3-year extension to a Draft Plan of Subdivision
• Closed session to discuss legal matters and cellular tower
• Support for provincial resolution on land transfer tax redistribution

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting. It will consider a request for a Heritage Conservation District at 23 Brownlee Drive and discuss several business items, including 4381 Line 10, the Phase 2 Heritage Designation Campaign, the Bond Head HCD, and a subcommittee update on neighbourhood identities. An open forum will allow public comments related to agenda items.

• Request for Heritage Conservation District – 23 Brownlee Drive
• Discussion of 4381 Line 10
• Heritage Designation Campaign – Phase 2
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District
• Subcommittee update – Neighbourhood Identities

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee will adopt the June 26, 2024 minutes, review a draft Climate Mitigation Strategy, and consider two recommendations: creating a new “Green Initiatives” civic award and directing staff to develop a sustainable‑finance investment strategy for town reserve funds. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments.

• Adopt minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting
• Present the Climate Mitigation Strategy Draft (BWG CCMAS Strategy Draft 221124.pdf)
• Recommend Council create a new “Green Initiatives” civic award
• Recommend Council direct staff to prepare a sustainable‑finance investment strategy for reserve funds
• Open forum for public comments related to agenda items

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first, filed by Shahid Maqsood and represented by Livensa Design Inc., seeks relief from interior side yard and rear yard setbacks for an uncovered deck greater than 0.6 m at 60 Cayton Crescent in the Residential One Exception "R1-2*9" zone. The second, filed by Piyush Tailor and Reena Tailor and represented by Urvi Sheth, seeks relief from stairs‑encroachment setback and parking dimension requirements at 55 Sundragon Trail in the Residential One "R1-4" zone. After presentations and public comment, the committee may approve, defer, reserve, or adjourn the decisions.

• Minor variance application PLN-2024-55 – 60 Cayton Crescent – relief from interior side yard and rear yard setbacks for an uncovered deck >0.6 m (R1‑2*9 zone)
• Minor variance application COA-2024-2 – 55 Sundragon Trail – relief from stairs encroachment setback and parking dimension requirements (R1‑4 zone)

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on November 27, 2024, to discuss agenda items and oversee the South Simcoe Police Service. The meeting will be held at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Agendas and minutes packages available online
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items, motions, or decisions for the November 26, 2024, meeting.

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee endorsed the Traffic Mitigation Strategy Appeals Process (TR-2024-14) and adopted the 2025 Traffic Calming Projects report (TR-2024-13). It approved $40,000 for a traffic engineering review of several streets and $25,000 for five flashing radar speed signs on rural roads, and authorized expansion of Community Safety Zones. The committee also recommended staff report on stop‑control measures for Isabella Parkette to match Summerlyn Parkette. Civic Centre construction milestones were discussed.

• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy Appeals Process (TR-2024-14)
• Approved $40,000 for traffic engineering review of John St, Summerlyn Trail, West Park Ave, Miller Park Ave, Langford Blvd
• Approved $25,000 for purchase of five flashing radar speed signs for rural roadways
• Authorized expansion of Community Safety Zones (cost covered by transportation operations budget)
• Recommended staff report on stop‑control measures for Isabella Parkette mirroring Summerlyn Parkette

Youth Council Advisory Committee

The Youth Council Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct member orientation and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also review its Terms of Reference and discuss the 2025 Strategy and Workplan.

• Appointment of Committee Chair
• Appointment of Committee Vice Chair
• Review of 2024-2026 Terms of Reference
• Discussion of 2025 Strategy & Workplan
• Committee Member Policy Review and Online Training

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will discuss shifting its transit system to on-demand service and approve funding for 18 community organizations. The meeting also includes a closed session on land acquisition and a public hearing on a storage facility.

• Shift to on-demand transit system
• Grant funding for 18 community organizations
• Public hearing for 490 Holland Street West storage facility
• Appointment of new by-law enforcement officer
• Closed session on land acquisition and litigation

Library Board

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the meeting time, location, and a link to agenda packages.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

The Bradford West Gwillimbury council will hold a special meeting on November 13, 2024 to deliberate the municipal budget. The agenda does not list any specific resolutions, contracts, or projects. No detailed items or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

The Special Council is meeting to deliberate the 2025 Draft Budget. The proposed budget includes an overall property tax increase of 3.51%, which equals $188.79 per year for the average home.

• 2025 Draft Budget (Report FIN-2024-19) proposing a 3.51% property tax increase
• Proposed annual tax increase of $188.79 for the average home
• Budget Presentation Schedule 2025

Simcoe County Council

The agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 contains no listed items. The document only provides standard meeting information such as date, time, location, and a link to agenda packages. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are indicated for this session.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. Members will hear a presentation from Treasure in you Counselling Centre and review plans for the DEI Symposium on December 6, 2024. An open forum will be available for public comments related to agenda items.

• Adoption of the November 6, 2024 agenda
• Adoption of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (DEI_Oct02_2024)
• Treasure in you Counselling Centre presentation
• Discussion of DEI Symposium – December 6, 2024
• Open Forum guidelines for public comments

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to discuss development charge deferrals, approve funding for a water reservoir expansion, and pass several by-laws regarding committee appointments and traffic enforcement.

• Council approves $116,400 for John Fennell Reservoir Expansion engineering services
• Council to consider development charge deferral requests for 68 W. Dykie Court and 490 Holland Street West
• Council to pass by-laws amending committee appointments, traffic rules, and parking enforcement agreements
• Town to participate in Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative
• Council to endorse a process for reviewing traffic mitigation requests

Special Council

The Special Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 and 2024 Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program. The session includes a comprehensive update and briefing presented by Jonathan Hack of Sierra Planning and Management.

• Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Comprehensive Update and Briefing
• By-law 2024-81 to confirm proceedings of the October 29, 2024 meeting

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Municipal Heritage Committee meeting on October 24, 2024 does not list any specific agenda items. The agenda appears to contain only the meeting framework without proposals, decisions, or discussions. Consequently, no decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board meets on October 23, 2024, to oversee the South Simcoe Police Service. The meeting is held at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall and will be available via Zoom. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting details: Town of Innisfil Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd.
• Meeting details: Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Meeting details: Available via Zoom.
• Meeting details: Link to agenda packages on South Simcoe Police Services Website.
• Note: Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior.

Committee of Adjustment

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the meeting time, location, and a link to external agenda packages.

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 7 meeting. It will receive a report on the Traffic Mitigation Strategy – Service Request and Complaint Review Process and endorse the review process. The Committee will also receive and endorse the Town Branding Strategy for signage and the Gateway Entrance Feature Project, approving $300,000 of previously approved capital funding and agreeing to serve as the steering committee for its implementation.

• Endorse Traffic Mitigation Strategy – Service Request and Complaint Review Process (TR-2024-11)
• Endorse Town Branding Strategy for signage and Gateway Entrance Feature Project (EDO-2024-10) with $300,000 funding
• Adopt minutes from the October 7, 2024 Strategic Initiatives Committee meeting
• Committee to serve as steering committee for the Gateway signage project

Library Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board will meet on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West. The agenda package contains no selected items or attachments. The meeting is open to the public as usual.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to discuss a proposed Minister's Zoning Order for a new high school site, review a draft Memorandum of Understanding with Southlake Regional Health Centre, and approve construction cost estimates for the Civic Centre development.

• Proposed Minister's Zoning Order for South Bradford High School site
• Draft MOU with Southlake Regional Health Centre and Ontario Health Team
• Civic Centre construction cost estimates and design options
• Heritage designation by-law amendment for Earl Rowe property
• Intersection safety improvements at Sutherland Avenue and Aishford Road

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board is meeting to review financial results and drainage activity reports. The board is deciding whether to approve the 2025 Business Plan and Budget for subsequent council approval in the Township of King and Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.

• Approval of 2025 Business Plan and Budget
• September 30, 2024 Financial Results (Report HM-FIN-2024-03)
• Report of Drainage Activities (Report HMDSJMSB-2024-07)

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the time, location, and a link to access full agenda packages.

Special Council Closed Meeting

The Special Council will enter a closed session to discuss a matter covered by Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(k) involving confidential trade‑secret information. After the discussion, the Council will vote on By‑law 2024‑78, which confirms the proceedings of this closed‑session meeting.

• Closed session to discuss a matter under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(k) (confidential trade‑secret information).
• Adopt By‑law 2024‑78 to confirm the proceedings of the closed‑session meeting.

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will review updates on the Civic Centre design and costing, the funding plan for the Civic Centre, and a draft Terms of Reference for the committee. Additional items include discussions on transparency procedures, a TMS service request/complaint review process, the Sutherland Avenue/Aishford Road project, and a sidewalk removal review on Colborne Street north of Scanlon Avenue. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Civic Centre Design and Costing Update
• Civic Centre Funding Plan Update
• Strategic Initiatives Committee Draft Terms of Reference
• Sidewalk Removal Review – Colborne Street north of Scanlon Avenue
• Sutherland Avenue/Aishford Road discussion

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 4, 2024 meeting. It will receive an update on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium. An open forum will allow members of the public to submit brief comments related to agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024.

• Adopt agenda for October 2, 2024 meeting
• Adopt September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (DEI_Sep04_2024)
• DEI Symposium – update (item 8.1)
• Open Forum – public comments (item 5)
• Set next meeting date: November 6, 2024

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council is deciding on a grant for an industrial property and amending a police services agreement with the Town of Innisfil. The body is also discussing the launch of the BWG Business Catalyst Centre and requesting updates to the Provincial Municipal Elections Act.

• Approval of $75,000 grant for Tiltco at 60 Industrial Road under the Industrial Areas Community Improvement Plan
• By-law 2024-76 to amend the cost sharing formula in the Police Services Agreement with the Town of Innisfil
• Authorization to launch the BWG Business Catalyst Centre in Town facilities starting October 2024
• Resolution calling for the Province to update the Municipal Elections Act based on AMCTO recommendations
• Request for staff to investigate accessibility costing for the second floor of the Leisure Centre

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting. It will discuss a proposed by‑law amendment affecting the Earl Rowe Property at 4304‑4306 Line 10, review heritage designation updates for four county road sites, and receive updates on Bill 200 (Homeowner Protection Act), the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District, and pending Planning Act applications.

• By‑law amendment – Earl Rowe Property, 4304‑4306 Line 10
• Heritage designations – 1641 County Road 27, 3423 County Road 88, 3778 County Road 88, 4029 Line 6
• Bill 200, Homeowner Protection Act – update
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District – next steps
• Planning Act applications – discussion

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider applications for consents and variances from Zoning By-laws. The body will hear from applicants and the public before deciding on the requested relief.

• Minor Variance Application D13-24-09 for 55 Sundragon Trail regarding stairs encroachment setback and parking dimensions

Police Services Board

The agenda provided is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific items for decision or discussion. It identifies the board's role in overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service.

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee agenda for September 25, 2024 contains only generic headings and empty fields. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are detailed. Consequently, there are no concrete actions or discussions recorded for this meeting.

Simcoe County Council

The September 24, 2024 Simcoe County Council meeting agenda contains no specific items. The agenda only provides meeting time, location, and a link to agenda packages. No resolutions, contracts, or hearings are listed.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The council will adopt the minutes from the September 3 meeting, consider a petition for a central off‑leash dog park, and approve a noise exemption for 137 Milby Crescent. It will endorse the BWG Events Strategy report and approve the AMJ Convention 2025, including a noise‑control exemption for the event at 3078 11th Line. The council will also pass By‑law 2024‑73 to establish the Youth Council Advisory Committee and confirm By‑law 2024‑75 that records the meeting proceedings.

• By‑law 2024‑73 – amendment to establish the Youth Council Advisory Committee
• Noise Exemption Application ENF‑2024‑8 for 137 Milby Crescent (Oct 2‑3 2024)
• Approval in principle of AMJ Convention 2025 at 3078 11th Line with noise exemption under By‑law #2008‑055
• Petition (86 signatures) for a central off‑leash dog park in BWG
• Resolution requesting federal and provincial governments adjust For‑Profit/Not‑For‑Profit childcare ratios

Council defeated a motion to approve in principle the AMJ Convention 2025 event and its noise exemption, with a 4-5 vote. Council approved a noise exemption for a private event at 137 Milby Crescent, received a petition for a central off-leash dog park, and requested staff report on dog park options. Council also endorsed the BWG Events Strategy as a budget guide and passed a by-law establishing a Youth Council Advisory Committee.

• Defeated AMJ Convention 2025 approval and noise exemption (4-5)
• Approved noise exemption for private event at 137 Milby Crescent on Oct 2, 2024
• Received petition for central off-leash dog park (86 signatures)
• Requested staff report on off-leash dog park options
• Endorsed BWG Events Strategy as budget guide
• Passed By-law 2024-73 establishing Youth Council Advisory Committee
• Approved DEI Committee logo option 3 and banner procurement

Library Board

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions for the September 16, 2024, meeting.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

The Special Council will hold a public information meeting on an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to permit accessory dwelling units on urban residential parcels (Planning File No. D14-24-02). Staff will present the Information Report PLN-2024-48 and a draft by-law (5.1 ADU Draft-By-law.pdf) and receive public comments. Council will not make a decision at this meeting but will receive the staff report for information and refer the matter back to staff for a later recommendation. By-law 2024-73 will be enacted to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.

• Public information meeting on zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units (Planning File No. D14-24-02)
• Presentation of staff report PLN-2024-48 and draft by-law 5.1 ADU Draft-By-law.pdf
• Opportunity for public comment on the proposed amendment
• Council will receive the staff report for information; no decision tonight
• Adoption of By-law 2024-73 to confirm meeting proceedings

Council held a statutory public meeting to discuss a proposed town-wide zoning by-law amendment that would permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on urban residential lots. No decision was made; the staff report was received for information, and staff will consider public input in a future recommendation report.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Resolution 2024-290)
• Received staff report PLN-2024-48 on ADU zoning for information (Resolution 2024-291)
• Enacted by-law 2024-73 to confirm proceedings (Resolution 2024-292)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 p.m. (Resolution 2024-293)

Simcoe County Council

The September 10, 2024 Simcoe County Council agenda contains only general meeting information and a link to the County Council Agenda Packages. No specific agenda items, motions, or attachments are listed for this meeting.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Public Consultation

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to consult on the design of public spaces. The meeting aims to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

• Public consultation on the Design of Public Spaces per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• Discussion of the Annual Accessibility Status Report 2023

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. It will receive updates on the DEI Committee logo campaign results and the upcoming DEI symposium. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting on October 2, 2024.

• Adopt agenda for September 4, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from June 5, 2024 meeting
• DEI Committee logo campaign results update
• DEI symposium update
• Schedule next meeting for October 2, 2024

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Regular Council and Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from previous meetings, and receive several staff financial reports. Council will approve a $10,643.52 property tax write‑off for 2022‑2024 and consider the Long‑Term Financial Plan report. The meeting also includes votes on five by‑laws covering zoning on Highway 9, an official‑plan amendment, zoning changes on Danube Lane and Simcoe Road, termination of early‑payment agreements, and an amendment to the traffic by‑law.

• Approve $10,643.52 in Section 357/358 property tax write‑offs for 2022‑2024 (FIN‑2024‑11)
• Receive and endorse the Long‑Term Financial Plan report (FIN‑2024‑14) and prioritize additional community facilities
• Pass By‑law 2024‑65 to amend zoning for 5650, 5618 and 5584 Highway 9
• Pass By‑law 2024‑70 authorizing wind‑up and termination of EPA 1 and EPA 2 agreements
• Pass By‑law 2024‑71 to amend the Traffic By‑law 2014‑91

Council approved several staff reports and recommendations, including endorsing the 2031 Transit Plan and the draft Traffic Mitigation Strategy, which includes funding for specific traffic calming measures. They also approved property tax write-offs, authorized an amending agreement for early payment agreements, and passed five by-laws related to zoning, official plan, and traffic. The meeting included a closed session for confidential matters, with one grant recipient approved confidentially.

• Approved $10,643.52 property tax write-offs for 2022-2024 (carried)
• Authorized execution of EPA2 Amending Agreement (carried)
• Endorsed prioritized list of community facilities for Development Charges update (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with option #2 for Automated Speed Enforcement and commit proceeds to speed mitigation (carried)
• Selected option #1 for closed meeting investigator services (carried)
• Endorsed 2031 Transit Plan and considered Transit Administrator position in 2025 budget (carried)
• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy, including $20,000 for all-way stop at Miller Park and Sutherland, $2,000 for bollards, and $40,000 for Miller Park/Langford review (carried)
• Passed By-laws 2024-65, 2024-67, 2024-68, 2024-70, 2024-71 (carried)

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on August 28, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd. No specific agenda items or attachments are provided. Members of the public must email a request to attend by noon the day before the meeting.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider a minor variance application. The body will decide whether to grant relief from specific zoning by-law requirements for a residential property.

• Minor Variance Application PLN-2024-45 for 55 Sundragon Trail regarding stairs encroachment setback and parking dimensions

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (D13-24-09) for 55 Sundragon Trail, granting relief from zoning by-law requirements for stairs setback and parking dimensions. The approval was limited to Part 4.9 Table 4.2 of Zoning By-law 2010-050. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved minor variance D13-24-09 for 55 Sundragon Trail (COA 2024-32)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (COA 2024-30)
• Adopted minutes of July 24, 2024 meeting (COA 2024-31)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39pm (COA 2024-33)

Special Council Closed Meeting

The Special Council will meet in a closed session to consider two matters: an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal concerning 108 Moore Street, and an update to a proprietary contract for automated speed enforcement. A by‑law (2024‑69) will be adopted to confirm the proceedings of this closed session. No other agenda items are listed.

• Litigation Matter – Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal – 108 Moore Street
• Proprietary Contractual Matter – Automated Speed Enforcement Update
• By‑law 2024‑69 to confirm proceedings of the closed session

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will receive the Traffic Mitigation Strategy report TR-2024-5 and endorse the draft final report and its evaluation methodology. It will continue annual funding of $15,000 for urban and rural traffic counts and consider an $80,000 budget for related projects in the 2025 budget. The Committee will also approve $20,000 for a Level 2 Type D crossing at Miller Park Avenue and Sutherland Avenue and $40,000 for a consultant review of Miller Park Avenue and Langford Boulevard for traffic calming and complete streets improvements.

• Receive Traffic Mitigation Strategy report TR-2024-5 for information
• Endorse draft Final Traffic Mitigation Strategy report and evaluation methodology
• Continue funding urban and rural traffic counts at $15,000 annually
• Approve $20,000 (2025 budget) for Level 2 Type D crossing at Miller Park Ave & Sutherland Ave
• Approve $40,000 (2025 budget) for consultant review of Miller Park Ave & Langford Blvd

Library Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board will meet on Monday, August 19, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West. The agenda package link is provided, but no specific items or attachments are selected for discussion. The meeting is open to the public unless otherwise posted.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. It will then consider a series of business items, including a presentation on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District, updates on road renamings, property designations, by‑law amendments, and an update on Bill 200, the Homeowner Protection Act. The meeting also includes a subcommittee update on neighbourhood identities and a review of planning act applications.

• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District (HCD) presentation
• Road renaming updates for Sideroad 10 and SWAR
• Designation reviews for 1641 County Road 27, 4029 Line 6, 3778 County Road 88, and 3423 County Road 88
• By‑law amendments for Brazel House (4370 Line 7) and Earl Rowe Property (4304‑4306 Line 10)
• Bill 200 Homeowner Protection Act – update

Simcoe County Council

Simcoe County Council is scheduled to meet on August 13, 2024, in Midhurst to review agendas and minutes. The meeting is a standard monthly session for the 16 member municipalities.

• Agendas and Minutes Packages
• County Council Agenda Packages
• Meeting Type: Regular
• Meeting Date: August 13, 2024
• Location: Simcoe County Administration Centre

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will meet to approve minutes from June 13, 2024, and receive a report on drainage activities. The next meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2024
• Reception of report on drainage activities
• Next meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council held a statutory public meeting to review the application for a Zoning By‑law Amendment (D14‑24‑01) at 4023 Line 3, Part of Lot 3, Concession 2. Staff presented the planning report and recorded public comments, but no decision was made. The council will receive the staff report later and consider the comments before a future decision.

• Public Information Meeting – Application for ZBA 4023 Line 3 (D14‑24‑01) – staff presentation, comments recorded, decision deferred
• Stormwater Utility Funding Strategy presentation by Civica Infrastructure Inc.
• Noise Exemption Application – 2771 Line 11 (ENF‑2024‑6) – request for amplification approval/denial
• Street Party Road Closure and Noise By‑law Exemption #2 for Bartram Crescent on Aug 31 2024
• Proposed General/Housekeeping Zoning By‑law Updates (PLN‑2024‑36) – staff directed to proceed with public consultation

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing to consider a minor variance application (PLN-2024-39). The applicant, Vincent Spano, seeks relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050 regarding the height, rear yard and interior side yard setbacks of a proposed detached garage in the Residential One (R1-1) zone at 227 Church Street. The committee may approve, defer, reserve a decision, or adjourn the matter after hearing the applicant and any public comments.

• Minor Variance Application PLN-2024-39 – relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050 for a detached garage at 227 Church Street
• Applicant/Agent: Vincent Spano

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee will receive a Town Hall update. This includes a presentation by Ronen Bauer and Troy Wright from Moriyama Teshima Architects. The committee will also review the minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting.

• Town Hall Update presentation by Ronen Bauer and Troy Wright of Moriyama Teshima Architects
• Adoption of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

Police Services Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for decision or discussion. The board is responsible for overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for land-use changes. These include requests for parking relief at 167 Heritage Street and 70 Professor Day Drive, a property severance at 552 Holland Street West, and setback variances at 60 Cayton Crescent.

• Parking variance at 167 Heritage Street to permit an Accessory Dwelling Unit
• Property severance at 552 Holland Street West for a vehicular access easement
• Parking variance at 70 Professor Day Drive to allow additional school portables
• Setback variance at 60 Cayton Crescent for an uncovered deck

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the Private Tree Preservation Bylaw and the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan. Discussions will also cover the Holland St Transformation Project and tree-planting partnerships. A motion is proposed recommending that Council endorse expanding the Ontario Deposit Return Program to include nonalcoholic beverages.

• Motion to expand Ontario Deposit Return Program to nonalcoholic beverages
• Private Tree Preservation Bylaw update
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Holland St Transformation Project update
• Review of active transportation initiatives

Simcoe County Council

The provided text contains administrative details and meeting information for the Simcoe County Council meeting on June 25, 2024. No substantive discussion topics or decisions are included in this document.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

Council held a public meeting to discuss the launch of the Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051. No decision was made on this matter, as Council received the staff report and public comments for information only. A closed session was also scheduled to discuss a proposed land acquisition and a litigation matter.

• Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051 project launch
• Closed session discussion regarding proposed land acquisition
• Closed session discussion regarding a litigation matter
• By-law 2024-54 to confirm meeting proceedings

Municipal Heritage Committee

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and boilerplate. No specific topics, decisions, or projects are recorded for this Municipal Heritage Committee meeting.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Committee is reviewing staff reports regarding traffic safety and infrastructure improvements. Recommendations include implementing an all-way stop at West Park Avenue and Veterans Street, as well as U-turn restrictions on Colborne Street. Other discussions involve pedestrian safety in Summerlyn Village and speed mitigation on Collings Avenue.

• Implementation of full way stop control at West Park Avenue and Veterans Street
• U-turn restrictions between Scanlon Avenue and Porter Street/Natale Court on Colborne Street
• Installation of pedestrian signage on Colborne Street
• Pedestrian safety reviews for Isabella Park and Summerlyn Village
• Speed mitigation concerns on Collings Avenue

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and approve $22,181,127 in carry forward projects. The agenda also includes a downtown grant for 5 Holland Street West and road rehabilitation funding.

• Approval of $22,181,127 in carry forward projects from the 2023 financial results
• $54,925.30 Downtown Community Improvement Plan grant for 5 Holland Street West
• $550,000 funding to rehabilitate Reagen’s Industrial Parkway
• Road closure and noise exemption for Blue Dasher Blvd on August 24, 2024
• Part-Lot Control Exemption for 263 Barrie Street (Serena Homes)

Holland Marsh Board

The Board will review the 2023 financial statements and April 2024 financial results. Presentations are scheduled regarding Section 76 Assessment Revisions for the Main Drain and pumping operations. The meeting also includes a report from the Drainage Superintendent.

• Approval of 2023 Financial Statement and Results
• Presentation on Section 76 Assessment Revisions for Main Drain and Pumping Operations
• Review of April 30, 2024 financial results
• Report from the Drainage Superintendent dated June 4, 2024
• Closed session regarding an Order of Drainage Referee

Simcoe County Council

The provided text contains only procedural information regarding the Simcoe County Council meeting on June 11, 2024. It includes meeting logistics and links to access agenda packages but does not list any topics for discussion or decision.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

This public information meeting is held to discuss a proposed draft plan of subdivision and requested zoning order. The proposal involves properties at 23 Brownlee and various addresses on Line 5. Council will receive the staff report for information but will not make a decision tonight.

• Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning Order (File No. D12-24-05)
• Development application for 23 Brownlee, 2820, 2824, and 2848 Line 5

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss on-street subdivision parking and accessibility in town parks. The meeting also includes updates on the National AccessAbility Event and reviews of site plans for Celebration Square and Luxury Park.

• On-Street Subdivision Parking Discussion
• Affordable Housing Program Grants
• Celebration Square Site Plan Review
• Luxury Park Site Plan Review
• Public Meeting to Consult on Design of Public Spaces

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to review several community items. Topics include a request for land acknowledgement signage and engagement for Carrot Fest. The committee will also address the Indigenous "Seven Feathers" Crosswalk and new policing legislation in Ontario.

• Request for Land Acknowledgement Signage
• Community Engagement - Carrot Fest
• Indigenous "Seven Feathers" Crosswalk
• New Legislative Framework for Policing in Ontario
• Emancipation Day Celebration

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Council will consider authorizing staff to engage the Town of Innisfil regarding cross-border water supply opportunities. The agenda also includes noise exemption requests for private events and a draft report on the BWG Events Strategy. Additionally, the meeting covers budget reconciliation and heritage preservation conditions for a demolition request.

• Authorization to engage the Town of Innisfil regarding water supply expansion
• Noise exemption applications for 199 Pine Hill Road and 363 Nottingham Forest Road
• Heritage preservation requirements for the demolition at 1934 Sideroad 5
• Cost estimate request for the 177 Church Street Park design
• Appointment of Dan Qing Xu as Building Inspector

Police Services Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board meeting on May 29, 2024, held at the South Simcoe Police Station and on Zoom. The agenda contains only a link to agenda packages and no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics. It is procedural boilerplate with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting at South Simcoe Police Station, 81 Melbourne Dr., Bradford ON, and on Zoom
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

This is a statutory public planning meeting to discuss a town-initiated zoning by-law amendment that would update permissions for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on urban residential land within settlement areas. No decision will be made tonight; council will receive the staff report for information and refer the matter back for a future recommendation report. Public comments are being recorded and will be considered by staff.

• Public information meeting for zoning by-law amendment D14-24-02
• Proposed changes to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-050 for accessory dwellings
• Affects residentially-zoned land on municipal wastewater and water services in settlement areas
• By-law 2024-48 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on May 28, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Midhurst, Ontario. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a link to the full agenda package; no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

Library Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board's regular monthly meeting on May 27, 2024. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda and minutes package, with no specific items listed in the provided text. The meeting is open to the public.

• Meeting date and time: Monday, May 27, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West
• Agenda item 1: Agendas and Minutes Packages (link provided)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on a demolition application for 1930-1934 Sideroad 5, discuss a site visit to 1934 Sideroad 5, and review its work plan. The committee will also consider a motion recommending that the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury Council endorse province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics, modelled after the existing firefighter award.

• Demolition application presentation for 1930-1934 Sideroad 5 by MHBC Planning
• Site visit discussion for 1934 Sideroad 5
• Motion to endorse province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics
• Review and update of Heritage Committee Work Plan 2023-2024
• Adoption of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider four applications: a minor variance and a related consent at 108 Moore Street, a minor variance at 263 Barrie Street, and a minor variance at 103 Faris Street. The committee will hear from applicants and the public before deciding on each application.

• Minor variance D13-24-01 and consent D10-24-02 at 108 Moore Street to create 3 lots from a 1,000 sq m parcel
• Minor variance D13-24-03 at 263 Barrie Street for porch and stair encroachments
• Minor variance D13-24-04 at 103 Faris Street to reduce parking and driveway width for an accessory dwelling unit
• All applications seek relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is a regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting. Council will consider approving street names for the Bond Head South Subdivision (Lindvest Phase), receive reports on building permits and RCAF 100th anniversary events, and pass several by-laws including appointing a fire chief and assuming subdivision works. A closed session precedes the meeting to discuss civic awards nominations.

• Street naming proposal for Bond Head South Subdivision S-10-03 (Lindvest Phase)
• By-law 2024-44 appointing Michael Rozario as Fire Chief
• By-law 2024-45 final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7A
• By-law 2024-46 final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7B, Lots 1-71
• Building Permit Activity Report for January 1 – March 31, 2024

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

This agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Community and Traffic Safety Committee meeting on 2024-05-15 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on May 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Midhurst, Ontario. The agenda contains only a link to the County Council Agenda Packages on the County of Simcoe's website and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate with no substantive agenda items provided.

• No specific agenda items listed in the provided text

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee is reviewing a $3,500 mural application for 18 Holland Street West. Members will also discuss future uses for green space at 177 Church Street and receive updates on the Town Hall and Celebration Square projects.

• $3,500 mural grant application for 18 Holland Street West (Unite Barbershop)
• Discussion on future use of green space at 177 Church Street
• Update on procuring the Town Hall design consultant
• Status update on the Celebration Square project
• Discussion of Sign By-law amendments for electronic advertising in the downtown core

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will consider approving the 2024 final tax levy by-law, additional funding for a new fire pumper, and several subdivision agreements and assumptions. The agenda also includes information reports on provincial planning changes (Bill 185, Provincial Policy Statement) and emergency management, plus recommendations from advisory committees on well-water testing and recycling.

• Approve 2024 Final Tax Levy By-law and Holland Marsh Drainage System Levy By-law
• Approve $40,321.92 additional capital for new fire pumper funded from development charges
• Authorize subdivision agreement and lift holding provision for 38 townhouse units at 391 West Park Avenue (First View Homes)
• Authorize amending subdivision agreement for 15 townhomes on Inverness Way and Fortis Crescent (Bradford Capital Holding Inc.)
• Approve final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Phases 7A and 7B (Plans 51M-1128 and 51M-1143)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss several business items including a proposed mural and a symposium. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes from April 3, 2024.

• Proposed Mural for Unite Barbershop
• DEI Symposium
• Community Engagement Opportunities and Materials

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the April 30, 2024 Simcoe County Council meeting. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda and minutes package; no specific decisions or discussion items are listed in the provided text. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst.

• Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Simcoe County Council Chambers, 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario
• Agenda consists solely of a weblink to the County Council Agenda Packages

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to handle routine business including adopting minutes, receiving a family history submission, and receiving updates on several heritage-related items. Key discussion topics include trail and park naming, street naming policy updates, heritage property designations, and the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District.

• Discussion of heritage designations for 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12
• Update on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District
• Update on the Street Naming Policy and Street Renaming Guideline
• Subcommittee update on Trail and Park Naming
• Receipt of Downey Family History as information

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board is holding a regular meeting to carry out its responsibilities under Ontario's Police Services Act, overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service. The agenda contains only procedural items, such as accessing agenda packages and minutes; no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting held at South Simcoe Police Station, 81 Melbourne Dr., Bradford, ON, and on Zoom
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior
• Agenda and minutes packages available via South Simcoe Police Services website

Committee of Adjustment

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Committee of Adjustment holds a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications under the Planning Act. The committee will hear the applicants and public comments, then may decide, defer, or reserve its decision on each application. The meeting is conducted electronically via Zoom and the town's YouTube channel.

• Minor Variance D13-24-02: 47 Paisely Drive — reduce driveway parking dimension to permit 2 parked vehicles and an accessory dwelling unit (owner: Naveen & Monika Masade)
• Minor Variance D13-23-13: 32 Royal Court, Lot 31, Plan 51M285 — relief from interior side lot line setback to accommodate existing swimming pool and surround (owner: Alamoot Holdings Inc.)
• Both applications seek relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050, as amended
• Public hearing conducted electronically; no in-person attendance

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee is meeting in person to discuss several environmental items, including an update on the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan, a motion regarding free well-water testing, and recycling services for industrial, commercial and institutional sectors. The committee will also hear a presentation on the BWG Transit Master Plan and adopt minutes from a previous meeting.

• Motion to recommend Council call on Province to not phase out free well-water testing, citing ~3,200 households on private wells
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Discussion of recycling services for industrial, commercial and institutional sector, referencing County of Simcoe amendments to Ontario Regulations 391/21 and 103/94
• Presentation on BWG Transit Master Plan (Left Turn Right Turn)
• Adoption of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a transit master plan update, a County Rd 4 works update, and the history of traffic signals at Holland and Barrie Streets. The agenda is largely procedural, with adoption of minutes and agenda, plus an open forum for public comments.

• BWG Transit Master Plan presentation
• County Rd 4 works update
• Holland Street and Barrie Street traffic signals history
• Adoption of March 20, 2024 minutes

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This regular council and committee of the whole meeting includes decisions on a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for FNB Developments, heritage designations for two properties, and a request to assume subdivision works. Council will also receive reports on council compensation, first-quarter procurement, and the North East Tertiary Plan, plus pass several by-laws including appointments.

• Draft approval of FNB Developments subdivision (D12-22-10) and zoning amendment (D14-22-10) for Part of Lot 13, Concession 8
• Heritage designation by-laws for 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12
• Final assumption of works in Plan 51M-1178 (Cachet Estate Homes)
• By-law 2024-29 appointing Mahesh Ramdeo as Deputy CAO
• By-law 2024-30 appointing Spencer Smith as Weed Inspector

Library Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board meeting on April 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Zima Room of the Library & Cultural Centre. The only listed item is a link to the agenda and minutes package; no substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda text.

• Meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West
• Agenda item 1: Agendas and Minutes Packages (weblink provided)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the Drainage Superintendent's report, and consider new business. The main item is a recommendation to forward final engineering reports for King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 to the Township of King Council for provisional adoption on April 29, 2024, including appointing a Court of Revision.

• Recommendation to provisionally adopt King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 engineering reports at Township of King Council on April 29, 2024
• Appointment of Court of Revision members for King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 (names left blank)
• Receipt of Drainage Superintendent's Report HMDSJMSB-2024-02 dated April 4, 2024
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on April 9, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—a link to the agenda package and general meeting information—with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed.

• Meeting date and time: Tuesday, April 09, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
• Location: Simcoe County Council Chambers, 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario
• Council represents 16 member municipalities, including Bradford West Gwillimbury
• No agenda items or attachments are provided in this document

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and February minutes, then discuss business items including a Youth Job Fair proposal, a DEI Symposium, a DEI-focused policy review, and DEI training for staff and council. The meeting also includes open forum for public comments on agenda items and announcements of library events.

• Youth Job Fair proposal (attachment DEI - Job Fair proposal.pdf)
• DEI Symposium discussion
• DEI Focused Policy Review discussion
• DEI Training for Staff and Council discussion
• Public library announcements: Ramadan Celebration, Gender Affirming Closet Pop Up, Art of Punjab Exhibit, MMIWG ceremony

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is a regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting with several staff reports and by-laws for decision. Key items include a proposed scope change to the zoning by-law for additional dwelling units, a review of Community Infrastructure and Housing Accelerator Order requests, and motions to establish a BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee and a $50,000 annual Youth Investment Fund. Council will also consider street renaming policy changes, speed humps on Northgate Drive, and accessible taxicab agreements.

• Motion to establish BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee (10-15 members aged 12-18)
• Motion to create $50,000 annual Youth Investment Fund, including 3 x $1000 scholarships
• Report PLN-2024-14 on Community Infrastructure and Housing Accelerator Order requests (Bradford Highlands)
• Proposed scope adjustment to zoning by-law amendment for additional dwelling units (4-plexes)
• By-law 2024-27: Tree Preservation By-law; By-law 2024-26: Repeal heritage designation at 108 Moore Street

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes and discuss several heritage-related items. Key topics include a property standards bylaw update, the heritage designation process for properties, and specific designations for 4 Mary Street, 20 & 30 Toronto Street, and 2984 Yonge Street. The committee will also review the Town's heritage planning webpage and receive updates on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District and a trail and park naming subcommittee.

• Property Standards By-law discussion
• Heritage Properties - Designation Process Update with draft letter to property owners
• 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12 Designations
• 2984 Yonge Street designation
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District update

Police Services Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board. The agenda contains only a link to agenda packages and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Committee of Adjustment

This is a procedural meeting of the Committee of Adjustment with no substantive agenda items listed. The agenda contains only boilerplate elements such as video links and document placeholders.

Simcoe County Council

This is a regular Simcoe County Council meeting held on the 4th Tuesday of the month. The agenda as provided contains only boilerplate procedural information and a link to the full agenda package on the County website. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the text.

• Meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024, 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the County Administration Centre.
• Six member municipalities are represented by BWG's Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
• The full agenda and minutes are available via a weblink to the County of Simcoe's website.
• No attachments or specific agenda items are included in the provided text.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee will discuss a staff report on Northgate Drive traffic and consider possible mitigation efforts on the west end. The committee may also approve an operational review of roads around Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School. Other business includes street light illumination in Veteran's Park/Summerlyn Subdivision and traffic congestion at Tim Horton's Plaza on West Park Avenue.

• Northgate Drive Review (TR-2024-2) — staff report with traffic counts and discussion history
• Possible mitigation efforts on the west end of Northgate Drive
• Operational review of roadways surrounding Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School
• Street light illumination issue in Veteran's Park/Summerlyn Subdivision
• Traffic congestion at Tim Horton's Plaza, West Park Avenue south of Holland Street

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will decide on a zoning by-law amendment for 281 Barrie Street, approve a new Public Complaints Policy, and consider cost estimates for additional lighting and guardrails on the South West Arterial Road. The meeting also includes receiving reports on drinking water and wastewater system compliance for 2023, and passing several by-laws including those for Holland Marsh environmental projects.

• Zoning by-law amendment vote for 281 Barrie Street
• Approval of Public Complaints Policy and Procedure
• Cost estimates for additional lighting, guiderails, and signage relocation on SWAR
• By-laws for Holland Marsh Riparian Buffers and Aquatic Vegetation Removal funding agreements
• Recommendation for three speed humps on Veterans Drive and traffic calming study for Miller Park corridor

Library Board

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion. The meeting is open to the public.

Simcoe County Council

This is a regular meeting of Simcoe County Council, which includes representatives from 16 member municipalities including Bradford West Gwillimbury. The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision. No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or other substantive matters are listed.

• Meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Council Chambers.
• Agenda includes only a link to the County Council Agenda Packages webpage.
• No attachments or specific agenda items are provided in this document.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed $38,000 grant for an accessible taxicab agreement, a facilities accessibility audit, and presentations on transit and housing. The committee will also consider adopting previous meeting minutes and receiving correspondence on chronic pain treatment support.

• Proposed $38,000 grant for an Accessible Taxicab Grant and Marketing Agreement (CLK-2024-4)
• Presentation on Left Turn Right Turn - BWG Transit Master Plan
• Presentation by Daniela Pethick on Accessible Housing
• Discussion of Accessibility Facility Audit Enhancements (CLK-2024-3)
• Discussion of On-Street Accessible Parking Spaces

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda contains only technical elements such as video links, embedded content areas, and system metadata. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will consider several staff reports and recommendations, including an update on the Official Plan growth management to 2051, a temporary patio program, a taxicab fare review, and a community support policy update. The meeting also includes receiving two petitions (pickleball courts and Wood Crescent repaving), a request to extend draft plan approval for a subdivision at 690 Simcoe Road, and a motion to establish a school safety partnership committee.

• Petition with 199 signatures for additional pickleball courts and hours
• Petition with 44 signatures for repaving Wood Crescent
• Request for 3-year extension of draft plan approval for subdivision at 690 Simcoe Road (D12-23-08)
• Official Plan Update – Growth Management to 2051, including employment lands review and RFP for consulting services
• Draft by-law amendment for taxicab fare review (ENF-2024-3)

Appeals Tribunal

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Appeals Tribunal met on March 4, 2024, to adopt the agenda and minutes from May 24, 2023, and to review policies and procedures relating to the Appeal Tribunal. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or financial items were discussed.

• Adoption of agenda as printed
• Adoption of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting
• Refresher training on Appeal Tribunal policies and procedures

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss environmental items, including a recommendation that Council adopt a Public Tree Protection By-Law. The committee will also hear a presentation on environmental mitigation during winter operations and receive an update on the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan. Other business includes correspondence on a Plant Based Treaty and committee membership.

• Recommendation to adopt Public Tree Protection By-Law (Report PP 2024 01)
• Presentation on Environmental Mitigation Measures During Winter Operations
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Correspondence regarding Plant Based Treaty
• Adoption of November 22, 2023 meeting minutes

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

Council holds a statutory public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment and plan of subdivision application by Mod-Aire Homes Limited for Block 107, Plan 51M-271. No decision will be made tonight; staff will consider public comments before issuing a recommendation report.

• Application D12-23-09 and D14-23-13 for Tuscany Enclaves by Mod-Aire Homes Limited
• Zoning By-law 2010-050 amendment and draft plan of subdivision for Block 107, Plan 51M-271
• Public comments accepted in writing until Council decision date
• Council will not vote tonight; matter referred back to staff for recommendation

Simcoe County Council

This is a procedural meeting of Simcoe County Council with no specific decisions or discussions detailed in the agenda. The agenda contains only a link to the full package and standard administrative information.

Library Board

This is a procedural meeting of the BWG Public Library Board. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda package and no specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

• No rezonings, contracts, dollar amounts, or public hearings are mentioned in the agenda text

Municipal Heritage Committee

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several traffic-related items, including a traffic mitigation survey draft, a review of Northgate Drive, and potential amendments to the Community Safety Zones By-law. The committee will also consider development at the Bond Head southeast corner and traffic issues on Fletcher Street, Sutherland Avenue, and Miller Park Avenue.

• Traffic Mitigation Survey Draft Guidelines presented by Arcadis IBI Group
• Bond Head Development Southeast Corner discussion
• Traffic Mitigation on Fletcher Street
• Community Safety Zones By-Law 2013-58 Amendment adding Veterans Street from West Park Avenue to Melbourne Drive as a safety zone anytime
• Northgate Drive Review (Report TR-2024-2) with possible mitigation efforts and operational review of roads near Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will decide on two Downtown Community Improvement Plan grants totaling $43,058.75 for Decano Meats and a Yousif property, and will direct staff to draft a zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units in response to Bill 23. Other items include receiving annual reports on enforcement, building permits, and low-volume urban roads, and considering a new Delegation of Authority By-law.

• Approve $36,358.75 Downtown CIP grant for Decano Meats at 95 Holland Street West, Unit 6
• Approve $6,700.00 Downtown CIP supplemental grant for Yousif at 19 Holland Street East
• Direct staff to draft zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units per Bill 23 (Option C)
• Approve new Delegation of Authority By-law (LEG-2024-3)
• Approve additional $15,500 for Bond Head Heritage Conservation District Plan

Simcoe County Council

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no specific items listed. The council typically meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from +VG Architects on the Town Hall Project's conceptual planning. The committee will consider a recommendation to endorse staff moving ahead with 30% detailed design. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Presentation by Tom Wilson, Partner, +VG Architects on the Town Hall Project
• Report PP-2024-1: Town Hall Project – Conceptual Planning Summary
• Recommendation to endorse staff moving ahead with 30% Detailed Design
• Adoption of minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting
• Appendices include functional program, building models, cost estimates, and financial analyses

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will receive a presentation on the Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction Project from the Ontario Clean Water Agency. The board will also consider minutes from its December 14, 2023 meeting and a report from the Drainage Superintendent.

• Presentation on Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction Project by Ontario Clean Water Agency
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting
• Report HMDSJMSB-2024-01 from Drainage Superintendent

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee will consider supporting resolutions from other municipalities regarding Ontario Works financial assistance rates and a guaranteed livable income, and will receive a resolution on the homelessness crisis for information. The committee will also discuss UNESCO's Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities and a recommendation to Council on engaging Black and racialized communities for the town's Mural Program.

• Support for Town of Orangeville resolution on Ontario Works financial assistance rates
• Support for Prince Edward County resolution on guaranteed livable income
• Receipt of Town of Aurora resolution on homelessness crisis for information
• Discussion of UNESCO's Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities
• Recommendation to Council on BIPOC art murals and sculptures

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will consider a new Fees and Charges By-law (2024-08) setting fees for 2024-2026, approve road closures for special events, and appoint an Integrity Commissioner. They will also receive reports on procurement policy updates, council remuneration, and budget timelines for 2025-2026.

• By-law 2024-08 – Fees and Charges By-law (2024-2026)
• 2024 road closures for special events (report REC-2024-1)
• Appointment of Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner (report CLK-2024-2)
• Procurement policy update (report LEG-2024-2)
• 2023 Council Remuneration report (FIN 2024-03)

Simcoe County Council

This meeting agenda contains only boilerplate information about the council's regular meeting time and location. No specific items, reports, votes, or public hearings are listed for consideration.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related items. Key business includes reviewing a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for 1930 Line 12 and discussing Heritage Week activities from February 19 to 25, 2024. The committee will also consider a public process for renaming streets and receive updates on listed heritage properties and trail/park naming subcommittees.

• 1930 Line 12 Heritage Designation - Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER)
• Heritage Week (February 19 to 25, 2024)
• BWG Designated Properties - Current Conditions
• Public Process for Renaming Streets
• Subcommittee Updates - Listed Heritage Properties Review and Trail and Park Naming

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider a consent application to sever a 1.24 Ha parcel from an 82.88 Ha agricultural property. The purpose is to separate a residence surplus to a farming operation after a farm consolidation. The meeting is conducted electronically with no in-person attendance.

• Consent application D10-23-06 to sever 1.24 Ha (3.067 Ac) from 82.88 Ha (204.75 Ac) at 2186 Line 13
• Owner: Julie Neto; Agent: Stacey Williams, HBR Planning Centre
• Property zoned Agricultural 'A'
• Public hearing under the Planning Act with 20-day appeal period to Ontario Land Tribunal

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Strategic Projects Advisory Committee meeting on January 22, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Police Services Board

The agenda contains only procedural items; no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend traffic safety measures, including a new crossing and radar camera on Veterans Street, as well as pedestrian safety and intersection concerns. The agenda includes several business items and one staff report with recommendations, but most items are listed without detailed discussion points.

• Staff report TR-2024-1 recommends a Level 2 Type D crossing at Veterans Street and Blackwell Crescent intersection
• Radar speed camera to be moved to Veterans Street
• Discussion on pedestrian safety at Miller Park and Langford
• Discussion on Line 4 and Sideroad 5 intersection
• Discussion on Line 9 and Sideroad 5 intersection

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is the agenda for the January 16, 2024 Regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting. Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for Block 404 on Plan 51M-1063, approve community grants, and pass several by-laws, including a temporary borrowing by-law and a license agreement with Bradford Sports Dome Inc. A closed session will precede the public meeting to discuss litigation and land matters.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Block 404, Plan 51M-1063 (D14-23-14) – approval recommended with Holding (H1) provision
• Grants totaling $18,100 to 11 community organizations (e.g., Bradford Air Cadets $2,500, Bradford Board of Trade $5,000)
• By-law 2024-04 – Temporary Borrowing By-law to meet current expenditures
• By-law 2024-06 – License agreement with Bradford Sports Dome Inc. for facility at 2971 Sideroad 10
• Closed session items: Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal (3369 Line 13), land acquisition/disposition, South West Arterial Road expropriation

Library Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board. The agenda contains only a link to the agenda package and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

This is a special council meeting focused on budget deliberations for 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items, decisions, or proposals listed.

Simcoe County Council

The provided document contains only the meeting header and administrative information. There are no specific legislative items, proposals, or discussions listed in the agenda text.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

Special Council meets to deliberate the 2024 Draft Budget. The recommended base budget includes an overall property tax increase of 3.98%, or $205.55 per year for the average home. The meeting may continue into a second day if needed.

• 2024 Draft Budget (Report FIN-2024-1) with 3.98% property tax increase
• Average home tax increase of $205.55 per year
• Budget presentation schedule
• Confirming by-law 2024-01

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a change of committee name, BIPOC art murals and sculptures, naming conventions for parks and streets, community engagement, and Black History Month. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and correspondence from other municipalities on Ontario Works financial assistance rates and guaranteed livable income.

• Discussion on changing the committee's name
• Discussion on BIPOC art murals and sculptures
• Discussion on naming conventions of parks and streets
• Correspondence from Town of Orangeville on Ontario Works Financial Assistance Rates
• Correspondence from County of Prince Edward on Guaranteed Livable Income