Bruce County public meetings in 2023

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, review operational policies on programming and unattended children, and receive the Director's and usage reports. The board will also discuss fine-free libraries and hold a closed session for pay equity and union ratification updates.

• Policy review: Operational - Programming and Operational - Unattended Children
• Director's Report - December 2023 and usage report
• Discussion on fine free libraries (verbal by Catherine Dickison)
• Closed session: CUPE Local 4481 Pay Equity Final Update
• Closed session: Ratification of Unifor Local 2458

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to decide on several planning applications, including consents, a draft plan of subdivision, and a County Official Plan amendment. They will also consider a new legal services agreement, a write-off of long-term care receivables, and various other agreements and by-laws.

• Consents B-2023-012, B-2023-061, B-2023-086 (Schweitzer) approval
• Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-004 (Fast Holdings Ltd.) approval
• County Official Plan Amendment C-2022-016 and Subdivision S-2022-030 (Barry's Construction) approval
• Legal services agreement with Duncan, Linton LLP for four-year term starting Feb 1, 2024
• Write-off of $7,209.29 in bad debts for Brucelea Haven

Inaugural Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of Bruce County Council for the 2024 term. The agenda is procedural: council will nominate and elect or acclaim a warden and deputy warden, administer their oaths of office, and hear brief remarks. No policy or business decisions are on the agenda.

• Election or acclamation of 2024 Warden
• Election or acclamation of 2024 Deputy Warden
• Oath of office for 2024 Warden and Deputy Warden

Bruce County Housing Corporation

The Bruce County Housing Corporation board is meeting to decide on several financial and governance items, including a 2.5% market rent increase for community housing units, a $76,057.62 bad debt write-off for 2022, and approval of a funding agreement with the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative. The board will also accept a director's resignation and appoint a new director.

• Approve 2.5% market rent increase for community housing units per Ontario 2024 guideline
• Authorize $76,057.62 bad debt write-off for year ending Dec 31, 2022
• Approve execution of Canada Ontario Community Housing Initiative Project Funding Agreement
• Accept resignation of Director Garry Michi and elect Jay Kirkland as new director
• Receive Q3 2023 arrears report for information

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting on December 7, 2023, to consider several items, including a public meeting on the implementation of Official Plan Amendment C-2023-008, a transit demand and feasibility study, and various reports. The council will also vote on policies, agreements, and the purchase of three ambulances. The agenda includes both information reports and items requiring direction or approval.

• Public meeting on County Official Plan Amendment C-2023-008 Implementation
• Approval of Asset Retirement Obligation Policy effective January 1, 2023
• Authorization to execute Cross-Border Billing Agreement with County of Huron for land ambulance services
• Ordering three ambulances from Demers Ambulances at total cost of $761,940.00 + HST, with 30% down payment of ~$228,582 + HST
• Approval of By-law 2023-050 for installation of stop signs at intersections

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting for a routine agenda that includes a closed session to discuss negotiations with Unifor Local 2458. No other substantive items are listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Closed meeting discussion of Unifor Local 2458 negotiations

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to consider several items, including approving the 2024 budget, a new development charges by-law, and revised recommendations for development charges. They will also review third-quarter financials, consider transferring up to $300,000 to the Paramedic Services Reserve, and discuss updates to the Official Plan. The meeting includes a public notice for a December 7 public meeting on proposed Official Plan changes.

• By-law 2023-047 to adopt the 2024 budget
• By-law 2023-048 to establish development charges
• Motion to transfer up to $300,000 to Paramedic Services Reserve
• Public meeting notice for Official Plan amendment C-2023-008 on December 7, 2023
• Stop sign by-law update, repealing By-law 2022-065

Bruce County Housing Corporation

The Bruce County Housing Corporation board is meeting to consider refinancing an existing mortgage for its project at 539 Ivings Drive, Saugeen Shores, maturing December 1, 2023, in the approximate amount of $811,805.71. The board will also receive for information a report on the 2023-2024 property insurance renewal. Minutes from the August 3, 2023 meeting are to be adopted.

• Mortgage renewal for 539 Ivings Drive, Saugeen Shores, approx. $811,805.71, maturing Dec 1, 2023
• Resolution authorizing an officer to submit refinancing request to Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• 2023-2024 property insurance renewal report (information only)
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2023 meeting

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board meets to elect a board chair, review the Operational-Safety policy, and receive routine reports including the director's report, usage statistics, summer reading results, and a bookmobile status update. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major funding or rezoning decisions listed.

• Vote for Board Chair
• Policy review: Operational-Safety 2023
• Director's Report - November 2023
• Usage Reports for October and November 2023
• Bookmobile Status Update

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including appointing a new Chief Administrative Officer and an Integrity Commissioner. Council will also hear delegations from the Municipal Innovation Council and the Kincardine & Community Health Care Foundation, and receive communications about a county-wide OPP policing proposal and other matters.

• By-law 2023-041: Appoint Christine MacDonald as CAO effective December 16, 2023
• By-law 2023-042: Appoint Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner effective January 1, 2024
• By-law 2023-044: Authorize MOU with NII Nuclear Innovative Institute for Clean Energy Frontier Program
• Delegation: Kincardine & Community Health Care Foundation request for capital campaign support
• Communication: Brockton resolution on county-wide OPP policing proposal

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2024-2028 budget, with attached documents for review. The agenda includes a routine recommendation to authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed at the meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• 2024-2028 Budget Discussion (CS-2023-059)
• 2024-2028 Proposed Budget Additional Information
• 2024-2028 Budget Deliberations Presentation
• Recommendation to authorize staff to give effect to committee resolutions

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to review a request to remove specific items from the museum's collection. The committee will also receive reports regarding the Museum Archive Community Wing Expansion capital project and Dr. Fitzgerald's collection.

• Approval of the November 2023 Collections deaccession list
• Museum Archive Community Wing Expansion Capital Project Report
• Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism direction regarding Dr. Fitzgerald's Collection

Executive Committee

This is a procedural agenda for the Bruce County Executive Committee meeting. The only substantive item is a recommendation to move into a closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual (staffing update), labour relations/employee negotiations (collective bargaining mandate with CUPE Local 255.13), and confidential legal service provider information. The committee will also approve closed minutes from October 19, 2023, and may report on closed matters before adjourning.

• Closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(b) for staffing update
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(d) for collective bargaining mandate with CUPE Local 255.13
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(i) for legal service provider information
• Approval of closed minutes from October 19, 2023

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a staff recommendation to support Bill 134's changes to the affordable residential unit definition under the Development Charges Act, and to circulate the report to municipal CAOs and Clerks. It will also decide on authorizing the Warden and CAO to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Bruce Power and the Nuclear Innovation Institute for the Clean Energy Frontier Program, and review a draft Procedural By-law. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel, legal, and commercial matters.

• Recommendation to support Bill 134 changes to Affordable Residential Unit definition under Development Charges Act
• Proposed MOU with Bruce Power and Nuclear Innovation Institute for Clean Energy Frontier Program; repeal By-law 2021-048
• Review of draft Procedural By-law
• Information item: Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership Year Three Review
• Closed meeting items: Ministry of Health reconciliation, Integrity Commissioner proposal, CAO update, closed minutes

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to review the proposed 2024-2028 corporate budget and forecast, including operating and capital budget presentations and a consolidated capital projects report. The committee will also consider a motion to authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed at this meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• 2024-2028 Proposed Corporate Budget and Forecast (CS-2023-055)
• 2024-2028 Proposed Operating Budget and Forecast presentation
• 2024-2028 Proposed Capital Budget and Forecast presentation
• 2024-2028 Budget Summary and Budget Reference documents
• 2024-2028 Consolidated Capital Projects Report

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting to review information items, including the Canada Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priority Housing Initiative Transfer Payment Agreement and Investment Plan. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears to be for discussion and information only. The next meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2023.

• Review of Canada Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priority Housing Initiative Transfer Payment Agreement

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Bruce County Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management met on October 5, 2023, to review informational reports. The agenda contained no motions for decision, contracts, or new ordinances. The only substantive item was the review of the Long-Term Care Update Report for August and September 2023, along with newsletters from two local facilities.

• Review of Long-Term Care Update Report – August and September 2023
• Review of BLH Newsletter - September 2023
• Review of GWH Newsletter - September 2023

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss and rank the top five priorities from the provincial Housing Affordability Task Force report, as requested by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The committee will also move into a closed meeting to discuss a land disposition inquiry, a personal matter, and approve minutes from June 1, 2023. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other action items.

• Discussion of MMAH request for top 5 priorities from Housing Affordability Task Force Report
• Closed meeting under Municipal Act for land disposition inquiry and personal matter
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2023

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is deciding on two main items: approving a Development Charges Background Study and draft by-law, and setting the Bruce County Health Care Reserve Fund at 0.5% of levy annually with a policy to be developed. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like declarations of interest and authorization to act on resolutions.

• Approve Development Charges Background Study dated July 20, 2023
• Recommend draft Development Charges By-law for approval
• Set Health Care Reserve Fund at 0.5% of levy annually
• Direct staff to develop Health Care Reserve Fund policy and update By-law 3710

Paramedic Services

The Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to consider approving the 2024 Canadian Triage Acuity Scale (CTAS) Response Time Performance Plan, which must be submitted to the Ministry of Health by October 31, 2023. The committee will also receive an update on the Port Elgin Paramedic Station construction. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as declarations of interest and authorization to implement passed resolutions.

• Approve 2024 CTAS Response Time Performance Plan for submission to Ministry of Health by Oct 31, 2023
• Port Elgin Paramedic Station build update (third update)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to receive the Archives Report and Museum Committee Report for October 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions or public hearings listed.

• Archives Report – October 2023
• Museum Committee Report – October 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for November 2, 2023

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the meeting rooms policy, and consider the 2024 draft budget and business plans, including capital and operating budget reports. The board will also receive updates on the director's report, usage, digital literacy programs, and the Port Elgin branch, and will hold a closed session for contract and minutes discussions.

• 2024 Draft Budget and Business Plans review
• Library Capital Budget Summary Report
• Library Operating Budget Analysis Report
• Operational - Meeting Rooms policy review
• Closed meeting: service contract update

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee is meeting to receive the Bruce County Active Transportation and Recreational Trails Master Plan, consider a by-law to regulate use of the Rail Trail and County Forests (repealing By-law 2022-066), and approve reallocating $75,000 from a capital project to buy two snowblowers and refurbish a V-plow. The agenda also includes routine items like declarations of interest and authorization to implement passed resolutions.

• Receive Bruce County Active Transportation and Recreational Trails Master Plan
• Introduce by-law to regulate use of Bruce County Rail Trail and County Forests; repeal By-law 2022-066
• Reallocate $75,000 from Capital project 2021-050 (Anti-icing Equipment Purchase) for two snowblowers and V-plow refurbishment

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee is meeting to receive an information item on the 2023 Health and Safety Review Update. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only. The next meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2023.

• 2023 Health and Safety Review Update (information item)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including establishing part of Bruce Road 6 East as a public highway, transferring part of Concession 7 Road to Kincardine, and adopting three official plan amendments. A motion to remove one amendment (By-law 2023-038) from the agenda is also on the table. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call, minutes, and declarations of interest.

• By-law 2023-034: Establish part of Bruce Road 6 East as public highway
• By-law 2023-035: Transfer part of Concession 7 Road to Municipality of Kincardine
• By-law 2023-036: Official Plan Amendment C-2022-003 (Martin, Concession 11, Huron Kinloss)
• By-law 2023-037: Official Plan Amendment C-2023-006 (Goetz, Concession 10, Saugeen Shores)
• Motion to remove By-law 2023-038 (Barry's Construction, Chesley Lake) from agenda

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is considering a staff report recommending a new Development Charges (DCs) by-law, including a background study and capital project list. The committee will vote on whether to adopt the recommendations and proceed with drafting the by-law. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as declarations of interest and approval of actions.

• Recommendation to develop a Development Charges by-law
• Adopt assumptions in the Development Charges Background Study dated July 20, 2023
• Establish a class of service for fleet
• Approve capital project listing in Chapter 4 of the DCs Background Study
• Consider approach to non-residential charges in Appendix H

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings and making recommendations on several planning applications, including a proposed subdivision at Chesley Lake, three Official Plan amendments, and a consent application. The committee will also receive updates on the Summer Company Program and the Incentives and Community Improvement Plan.

• Public meeting: Official Plan Amendment C-2022-016 and Plan of Subdivision S-2022-030 (Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd.) at Chesley Lake, Part Lots 18 & 19, Concession 2 (Amabel), Township of South Bruce Peninsula — recommendation to approve
• Public meeting: Official Plan Amendment C-2022-003 and Consents B-2022-024 and B-2023-069 (Martin) — recommendation to adopt amendment and approve consents
• Public meeting: Official Plan Amendment C-2023-006 (Goetz) — recommendation to approve
• Action item: Consent B-2023-030 (Korpikoski) — recommendation to approve subject to conditions
• Information items: Summer Company Program Update 2023 and Incentives and Community Improvement Plan update

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to receive information items, including the 2021 annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions report and a preliminary 2024-2028 budget presentation. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these are information items only. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2023.

• 2021 Annual Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions report (CS-2023-050)
• 2024-2028 Budget Preliminary presentation (CS-2023-052)
• Next meeting set for September 21, 2023

The committee met on September 7, 2023, and received two reports for information. No votes were taken on policy or spending, and no substantive actions were decided.

Information Technology Services Committee

The Information Technology Services Committee is meeting to consider a single substantive action item: entering a ride-sharing system partnership with Bruce Power through a contract with RideShark corporation. The recommendation includes specific cost-sharing terms, with Bruce Power covering year 1 costs and both parties splitting operating costs from year 2 onward. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering declarations of interest, authorization to implement resolutions, and adjournment.

• Ride-sharing partnership with Bruce Power through RideShark corporation
• Year 1 costs of $38,000 paid by Bruce Power
• Year 2 onward operating costs of $16,000 split 50/50
• Funding to be in Transportation and Environmental Services budget from September 2024

The committee approved a partnership with Bruce Power to implement a ride-sharing system via the RideShark corporation. Bruce Power will cover the first year of costs, with subsequent operating costs split between the two parties.

• Approved ride-sharing partnership with Bruce Power via RideShark corporation (Carried)
• Authorized staff to implement all resolutions passed during the September 7, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Human Resources Committee

The Bruce County Human Resources Committee is meeting to review the 2023 Non-Union Salary Market Review and to move into a closed session to discuss a collective bargaining mandate with the Ontario Nurses Association. The committee will also consider approving minutes from May 4, 2023, and authorize staff to act on any resolutions passed.

• 2023 Non-Union Salary Market Review
• Closed meeting for collective bargaining mandate with Ontario Nurses Association
• Approval of May 4, 2023 minutes
• Authorization to give effect to committee resolutions

The committee met to receive a salary market review and enter a closed session. During the closed session, the committee approved the minutes from May 4, 2023, and discussed a collective bargaining mandate. No other substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 4, 2023 closed meeting minutes
• Discussed Collective Bargaining Mandate between Bruce County and the Ontario Nurses Association (closed session)

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will consider approving up to $90,000 from the Ontario Renovates revolving fund for home repairs, and will discuss options for home-sharing in Bruce County. The meeting also includes routine procedural items.

• Recommendation to approve up to $90,000 expenditure from Home Repair Revolving reserve funds
• Discussion on exploring options and opportunities for home-sharing in Bruce County
• Senior home-sharing presentation to Bruce County Council

The committee approved the expenditure of Home Repair Revolving reserve funds from the Ontario Renovates revolving fund. A report regarding home-sharing options in Bruce County was received for information.

• Approved expenditure of Ontario Renovates revolving fund Home Repair Revolving reserve funds up to $90,000 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the September 7, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider approving Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-015 (Tidman), subject to conditions. The agenda also includes a routine motion to implement any decisions made at this meeting.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-015 (Tidman) recommendation for approval
• Conditions of Draft Approval attached
• Public comments from McKellar, Smith Gerling, Threndyle, and Lawrence
• Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023

The committee approved Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-015 (Tidman) subject to the attached conditions. Staff were authorized to implement the resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-015 (Tidman) subject to conditions (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the September 7, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to decide on two action items: approving the deaccession of archival items from the museum's collection, and approving a transfer of $37,894.85 plus HST from the Tax Stabilization Reserve to fund a Detailed Component Requirements and Implementation Plan. The committee will also receive the September 2023 Museum Report for information and authorize staff to implement all resolutions passed.

• Request for Archives Deaccession – September 2023
• Transfer of Reserve Funds for Detailed Component Requirements and Implementation Plan at $37,894.85 plus HST
• Museum Report September 2023 (information item)
• Motion to authorize staff to give effect to all resolutions passed

The committee approved the removal of specific items from the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre’s collection. It also authorized funding for a Detailed Component Requirements and Implementation Plan.

• Approved deaccession of items listed in the Archival Items Recommended for Deaccession September 2023 (Carried)
• Approved $37,894.85 plus HST for Detailed Component Requirements and Implementation Plan, financed from the Tax Stabilization Reserve (Carried)

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee will consider two road-related actions: transferring ownership of Concession 7 Road to the Municipality of Kincardine, and confirming jurisdiction of Bruce Road 6 East as a public highway. Both items include recommendations and draft by-laws. The committee will also authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed.

• Transfer of Concession 7 Road (between Sideroad 30 South and Bruce Road 1) to Kincardine
• By-law to enable the Concession 7 Road transfer
• Assume Bruce Road 6 East (Bismark Street North to Grey Road 10) as a public highway
• Draft by-law for Bruce Road 6 East assumption

The committee approved the transfer of Concession 7 Road to the Municipality of Kincardine. It also decided to establish Bruce Road 6 East as a public highway under County of Bruce jurisdiction.

• Approved transfer of ownership of Concession 7 Road between Sideroad 30 South and Bruce Road 1 to the Municipality of Kincardine (Carried)
• Approved by-law to establish and assume Bruce Road 6 East from Bismark Street North to Grey Road 10 as a public highway under County of Bruce jurisdiction (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the September 7, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a recommendation to contribute $500,000 over five years to the Grey Bruce Health Services Addictions and Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre, and to include it in the 2024-2028 budget. They will also discuss creating a Community Development Office and receive updates on Q2 business plans and the Indigenous Reconciliation Planning Initiative.

• Recommendation to commit $500,000 over five years to Grey Bruce Health Services Wellness and Recovery Centre
• Proposal to approve a Community Development Office and explore long-term funding
• 2023 Q2 business plan updates from multiple departments
• Update on Bruce County Indigenous Reconciliation Planning Initiative

The Executive Committee approved a five-year funding commitment for the Grey Bruce Health Services Addictions and Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre. The committee also approved the Community Development Office and requested staff research a special levy for health care capital expenditures.

• Approved $500,000 contribution over five years for Grey Bruce Health Services Addictions and Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre
• Directed staff to include health center funding in the 2024 to 2028 Budget and Forecast
• Directed staff to provide recommendations on creating a special levy for health care capital expenditures
• Approved the Community Development Office
• Directed staff to explore long-term funding opportunities for the Community Development Office

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting on September 7, 2023, with the main item being a public meeting on proposed development charges, as required by the Development Charges Act. The council will hear a presentation from consultant Watson & Associates on recommended charges and receive public input. Other items include delegations on the Nuclear Innovation Institute's Clean Energy Frontier Program and a Western Ontario Wardens Caucus update, plus approval of minutes and a confirmatory by-law.

• Public meeting on proposed development charges with consultant presentation and public input
• Delegation from Chad Richards on Nuclear Innovation Institute Clean Energy Frontier Program
• Delegation from Kate Gallagher on Western Ontario Wardens Caucus update
• Letter from Honourable Lisa Thompson on Increasing Dead Stock Capacity Initiative
• By-law 2023-033 to confirm council proceedings

Council conducted a public meeting regarding development charges, featuring a presentation by Watson and Associates and comments from five public representatives. No final decision was made on the charges; a report is scheduled for the September 21, 2023 Corporate Services Agenda.

• Approved August 3, 2023 Council meeting minutes
• Approved minutes for Corporate Services, Human Services, Long Term Care Homes Committee of Management, Museum, and Paramedic Services committees (August 3, 2023)
• Approved By-law 2023-033 to confirm proceedings of the September 7, 2023 meeting

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The committee met on August 3, 2023, and received a Long Term Care Update Report for June and July 2023. No votes were taken on policy or spending, and no substantive decisions were made.

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee will consider amending the 2023 Non-Departmental budget to add $15,000 from Non-Departmental Facilities Reserves to the Interior Hub Parking Lot Expansion & EV Charger Installation capital project, citing health and safety issues and revised paving and electrical quotes. The committee will also review the Second Quarter 2023 Financial Statement and authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed.

• Amend budget for ND-2023-002 Interior Hub Parking Lot Expansion & EV Charger Installation by adding $15,000 from Non-Departmental Facilities Reserves
• Review Second Quarter 2023 Financial Statement
• Authorize staff to give effect to all resolutions passed at the meeting

The Corporate Services Committee amended the 2023 Non-Departmental budget to provide additional funding for the Interior Hub Parking Lot Expansion & EV Charger Installation. The funds will address health and safety issues and updated paving and electrical quotes.

• Approved $15,000 budget amendment from Non-Departmental Facilities Reserves for project ND-2023-002 (Carried)

Bruce County Council

This is a largely procedural meeting. Council will confirm minutes from July 6 and 13, 2023, approve minutes from several committee meetings, and pass a confirmatory by-law (2023-032). MP Alex Ruff will present a Platinum Jubilee commemorative coin. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of July 6 and July 13, 2023 Council minutes
• Approval of committee minutes (Corporate Services, Museum, Paramedic Services, Human Services, Planning and Development, Transportation and Environmental Services, Long Term Care)
• By-law 2023-032 to confirm proceedings of August 3, 2023 meeting
• Delegation: MP Alex Ruff presenting Platinum Jubilee Commemorative Coin

The Council meeting was primarily procedural. Members approved the minutes from July 6 and July 13, 2023, as well as minutes from several committee meetings. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded.

• Approved Council meeting minutes from July 6 and July 13, 2023
• Approved July 6, 2023 minutes for Corporate Services, Museum, Paramedic Services, Human Services, and Planning and Development committees
• Approved July 13, 2023 minutes for Planning and Development and Long Term Care committees
• Approved By-law 2023-032 to confirm proceedings of the August 3, 2023 meeting

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to review the August 2023 Museum Committee Report. The agenda includes only this information item, along with routine procedural items. No decisions or proposals are listed.

• Review of Museum Committee Report - August 2023

Human Services Committee

The Bruce County Human Services Committee is meeting to receive information items, including updates on the community housing registry waitlist, income and support services, and licensed child care and early years for Q2 2023. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for information only. The next meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023.

• Q2-2023 Bruce County Community Housing Registry Waitlist Update
• Q2-2023 Income and Support Services Update
• Q2-2023 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Report

The committee met on August 3, 2023, and received three information reports. No votes were taken on policy or funding, and no substantive decisions were made.

• Received Q2-2023 Community Housing Registry Waitlist Update for information
• Received Q2-2023 Income and Support Services Update for information
• Received Q2-2023 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Report for information

Paramedic Services

The Bruce County Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to consider amending the 2023 budget to fund a generator, keyless entry system, and warning beacon at the Sauble Beach station, using about $85,000 from the Paramedic Services Reserve. The committee will also receive an update on the Port Elgin Paramedic Station build and act on any resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Proposed $85,000 budget amendment for Sauble Beach Station generator, keyless entry, and warning beacon
• Port Elgin Paramedic Station build update
• Authorization for staff to implement committee resolutions

Bruce County Housing Corporation

The Bruce County Housing Corporation is meeting to approve the May 4, 2023 minutes, receive an update on the 308 John St. Walkerton building project, and review the Q2 2023 arrears report. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of May 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Building update for 308 John St., Walkerton
• Q2 2023 arrears report

The board approved the minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting. Two reports regarding a building update at 308 John St. and Q2-2023 arrears were received for information.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting on July 19, 2023, at Library Headquarters in Port Elgin. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being a move into closed session under the Public Libraries Act to discuss a performance appraisal of an identifiable individual. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed meeting under Section 16.1(4)(b) of the Public Libraries Act to discuss a performance appraisal

The board held a closed meeting to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual's performance appraisal. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed meeting for performance appraisal

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Long Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to receive an information report on agency utilization in long-term care, along with a staffing survey from Advantage Ontario. The committee will also authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed during this meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the agency utilization report.

• Receive Long-Term Care Report on Agency Utilization
• Receive Staffing Survey Advantage Ontario
• Authorize staff to give effect to committee resolutions

The Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management received a report regarding agency utilization for information. No other substantive policy decisions or funding approvals were made during the meeting.

• Received Long-Term Care Report on Agency Utilization for information (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to resolutions passed during the July 13, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to consider and potentially approve five by-laws, covering a road transfer, an energy support service agreement, county fees and charges, a pre-submission consultation requirement for planning matters, and confirmation of council proceedings. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, minutes, and communications.

• By-law 2023-027: transfer part of former Bruce Road 6 to Township of Huron-Kinloss
• By-law 2023-028: service agreement with Westario Power Inc. for Ontario Electricity Support Program and Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
• By-law 2023-029: establish county fees and charges
• By-law 2023-030: require pre-consultation for planning matters
• By-law 2023-031: confirm council proceedings

Council approved five by-laws covering road system changes, energy service agreements, fee establishments, and planning pre-consultation requirements. The meeting lasted approximately two minutes.

• Approved By-law 2023-027 to transfer part of former Bruce Road 6 to the Township of Huron-Kinloss
• Approved By-law 2023-028 for a Service Agreement with Westario Power Inc. regarding energy support programs
• Approved By-law 2023-029 to establish county fees and charges
• Approved By-law 2023-030 requiring pre-consultation for planning matters
• Approved By-law 2023-031 to confirm proceedings of the July 13, 2023 meeting

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to decide on several development applications, including two draft plan approvals and a local official plan amendment. They will also consider submitting comments on Ontario's proposed Provincial Planning Statement natural heritage policies and a directive on school board conditions for development applications.

• Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-007 (Easthampton) recommended for approval
• Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium S-2022-023 (Bradstones Developments Inc.) recommended for approval
• Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-002 and Consent Application B-2023-005 (Slola) recommended for approval
• Comments on Proposed Provincial Planning Statement Natural Heritage Policies to be submitted to Province
• Directive to strike school board conditions on school capacity for land division applications

The Committee approved two draft plans for subdivisions and condominiums and one local official plan amendment. It also directed staff to remove specific school board conditions regarding capacity for land division applications.

• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision S-2022-007 (Easthampton) with Condition 37.a removed
• Approved Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium S-2022-023 (Bradstones Developments Inc.) with Condition 15.a removed
• Approved Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-002 and Bruce County Consent Application B-2023-005 (Slola)
• Approved submission of comments to the Province of Ontario regarding Proposed Provincial Planning Statement Natural Heritage Policies
• Directed staff to strike school board conditions regarding school capacity for land division applications to proceed to delegated approval

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is deciding on a revised planning application fee schedule and resource review prompted by provincial Bill 109 and 23 changes. The committee will consider recommending approval of the new fee schedule, a by-law for mandatory pre-submission consultations, hiring a full-time Intermediate Planner, and seeking an exemption from certain fee refunds. This is the main action item; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Revised 2023 fee schedule for planning applications
• Mandatory pre-submission consultation for Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Plans of Subdivision/Condominium, and Environmental Impact Assessments
• Recruitment of a full-time Intermediate Planner in 2023
• Land Division Secretary-Treasurer position to be considered in 2024 budget
• Request to exempt Bruce County and eight lower-tier municipalities from fee refunds under Section 34 (10.12) of the Planning Act

The Committee recommended approval of a Revised Fee Schedule and the creation of a pre-submission consultation by-law. It authorized the recruitment of a full-time Intermediate Planner in 2023 and requested that the Senior Planner and Land Division Secretary-Treasurer positions be included in the 2024 budget.

• Recommended approval of Revised Fee Schedule
• Recommended creation of a pre-submission consultation by-law
• Authorized recruitment of a full-time Intermediate Planner in 2023
• Recommended including Senior Planner and Land Division Secretary-Treasurer positions in 2024 budget
• Recommended requesting Minister to exempt Bruce County and eight lower tier municipalities from Planning Act fee refunds

Human Services Committee

The committee authorized a memorandum of understanding to receive $75,000 from the Town of Saugeen Shores for a municipal housing allowance. A new service agreement with Westario Power Inc. for energy assistance programs was also approved.

• Approved $75,000 from Town of Saugeen Shores for Municipal Housing Allowance (Carried)
• Approved service agreement with Westario Power Inc. for OESP and LEAP programs (Carried)
• Rescinded by-law 2021-050 regarding the former Westario Power Inc. agreement (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to decide whether to approve deaccessioning (removing) items from the museum's collection, as listed in a July 2023 report. The committee will also receive information reports on archives and museum activities, and authorize staff to carry out any resolutions passed.

• Request for Collections Deaccession – July 2023: approval of items on the deaccession list from the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre collection
• Archives Report – July 2023 (information item)
• Museum Information Items – July 2023 (information item)
• Authorization for staff to implement committee resolutions

The Museum Committee approved the removal of specific items from the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre’s collection. The items were listed in the July 2023 Collections deaccession list provided in the Director of Museum and Cultural Services report.

• Approved July 2023 Collections deaccession list (Carried)

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee is deciding on two action items: authorizing a third-party review of the Durham Street Bridge Replacement project at a cost of $24,900 plus taxes, funded from the 2023 Capital Bridge Reserve, and approving the transfer of a portion of Bruce Road 6 (between Lake Range Drive and Highway 21) to the Township of Huron-Kinloss. The committee will also receive correspondence from the Municipality of Brockton regarding the Durham Street Bridge.

• Authorize Triton Engineering Services Limited for third-party review of Durham Street Bridge Replacement, $24,900 plus taxes
• Transfer Bruce Road 6 road allowance and widening parts (Lake Range Drive to Highway 21) to Township of Huron-Kinloss
• Repeal By-law 2022-099 related to road transfer
• Receive correspondence from Municipality of Brockton on Durham Street Bridge

The committee authorized a third-party review for the Durham Street Bridge Replacement project and approved the transfer of a section of Bruce Road 6 to the Township of Huron-Kinloss.

• Authorized $24,900 plus taxes for Triton Engineering Services Limited to conduct a third-party review of the Durham Street Bridge Replacement project (Carried)
• Approved the transfer of Bruce Road 6 (Lake Range Drive to Highway 21) and associated road widening parts to the Township of Huron-Kinloss (Carried)
• Directed the Clerk to prepare a by-law for the road transfer and repeal By-law 2022-099 (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting previous minutes and approving by-laws. The main substantive item is a motion to support the Association of Municipalities of Ontario's call for provincial legislation to strengthen municipal codes of conduct and enforcement. The council will also receive a communication from the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Environment Office.

• Motion to support AMO's request for legislation to strengthen municipal codes of conduct and compliance
• By-law 2023-025 to appoint a Deputy Clerk
• By-law 2023-026 to confirm proceedings of the June 6, 2023 council meeting
• Adoption of minutes from June 1 and June 15, 2023 committee meetings
• Communication from Saugeen Ojibway Nation Environment Office

Council approved a motion supporting the Association of Municipalities of Ontario's request for provincial legislation to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct and compliance. The council also appointed a Deputy Clerk and approved several committee minutes.

• Approved motion to support AMO request for legislation to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-025 to appoint a Deputy Clerk (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-026 to confirm proceedings of the July 6, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Adopted June 1, 2023 Council Session minutes (Carried)
• Approved minutes for various committee meetings held June 1 and June 15, 2023 (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to receive information items, including a summary of purchasing policy suspension approvals and a summary of awarded tenders for Q2 2023. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for information only. The meeting also sets the next meeting date for August 3, 2023.

• Summary of Purchasing Policy Suspension Approvals – Q2 2023 (CS-2023-046)
• Summary of Awarded Tenders – Q2 2023 (CS-2023-047)

The meeting was procedural and no substantive decisions were made. The committee received two information reports regarding purchasing policy suspensions and awarded tenders for Q2 2023.

Paramedic Services

The Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to discuss a funding extension for Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care. The agenda includes one information item and a scheduled next meeting date. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care – Funding Extension (information item)

The committee met for one minute to receive an information report. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Received report on Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care – Funding Extension

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to approve the May 17, 2023 minutes and receive information items, including the 2022 audited financial statements, the Director's Report, a usage report, and a Tiverton Branch update. No votes on substantive matters are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• 2022 Library Board Audited Financial Statements (including revenues and expenditures)
• Director's Report - June 2023
• Usage Report - June 2023
• Tiverton Branch Update

The Board met at the Tiverton Branch to approve the minutes from the May 17, 2023, meeting. Several reports were received for information, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation to approve Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-003, submitted by 1596666 Ontario Ltd. c/o Becky Maus. The agenda includes public comments and a revised site plan. The committee will also act on any resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-003 (1596666 Ontario Ltd. c/o Becky Maus) recommended for approval
• Public comments and additional comments added June 14th included in agenda
• Revised site plan for L3 Z93 Maus attached
• Bylaw and Notice of Adoption for L3 Maus attached
• Staff authorized to implement committee resolutions from June 15, 2023 meeting

The committee approved Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-003 regarding 1596666 Ontario Ltd. c/o Becky Maus. Staff were authorized to implement the resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved Local Official Plan Amendment L-2023-003 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the June 15, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee is meeting to consider a pre-budget approval request to commit $430,000 for one tandem axle cab and chassis snowplow, ahead of the 2024 capital budget. They will also receive an update on the Durham Street Bridge Schedule 'C' Environmental Assessment. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as declarations of interest and authorization to implement resolutions.

• Pre-budget approval request for one tandem axle cab and chassis snowplow at $430,000
• Update on Durham Street Bridge Schedule 'C' Environmental Assessment

The Committee approved a pre-budget request to purchase a tandem axle cab and chassis snowplow. Members also directed staff to seek a cost estimate for a consulting firm to review detour and construction options for the Durham Street Bridge replacement.

• Approved $430,000 pre-budget request for one tandem axle cab and chassis snowplow
• Directed staff to report on costs for a third-party consultant to review Durham Street Bridge detour alternatives and construction materials (wooden vs. concrete)

Facility Tour

This is a facility tour, not a decision-making meeting. Council will view the former jail and receive information about the County Court House Complex at 209 Cayley Street, Walkerton. The start time may shift depending on the morning's meetings.

• Facility tour of former jail and County Court House Complex
• Location: 209 Cayley Street, Walkerton (parking off Jane St.)

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to discuss a County Development Charges Workshop (item CS-2023-043), including a presentation. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it appears to be an information/discussion item. The next meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2023.

• County Development Charges Workshop 2 (CS-2023-043) with presentation

The committee received a report and presentation regarding Workshop 2 of the County Development Charges Initiative. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to consider adopting the Bruce County Strategic Plan 2023-2026 as the county's official strategic plan. The agenda also includes routine items: declarations of interest, authorization to implement passed resolutions, and scheduling the next meeting for July 6, 2023.

• Adoption of Bruce County Strategic Plan 2023-2026
• Authorization for staff to implement all resolutions passed at this meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023

The Executive Committee adopted the Bruce County Strategic Plan 2023-2026 with amendments. Changes were made to the wording regarding the Housing and Homelessness Plan and the handling of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

• Adopted the Bruce County Strategic Plan 2023-2026 as amended (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the June 15, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to review two information items: the First Quarter 2023 Financial Statement Review and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation 2022 Annual Report. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the items are presented for information only. The next meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2023.

• First Quarter 2023 Financial Statement Review (CS-2023-045)
• Municipal Property Assessment Corporation 2022 Annual Report (CS-2023-044)

The meeting consisted of procedural items and the receipt of information reports. No motions were passed and no policy or spending decisions were made.

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting to receive an information item on the 2023 Strategic Community Initiatives Grant recipients. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the only substantive item is the grant recipient list provided as an attachment. The meeting is otherwise procedural, including call to order, declarations of interest, next meeting date, and adjournment.

• Information item: 2023 Strategic Community Initiatives Grant Recipients (attachment provided)

The committee met on June 1, 2023, and received a report on the 2023 Strategic Community Initiatives Grant Recipients for information. No other actions were taken or decided during the meeting.

• Received 2023 Strategic Community Initiatives Grant Recipients report for information

Human Resources Committee

The committee approved the use of WSIB Reserve funds to cover a $33,077 difference between projected and actual Chubb Insurance premiums. Staff were authorized to implement all resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved $33,077 transfer from WSIB Reserve for Chubb Insurance premiums (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the June 1, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Paramedic Services

The Bruce County Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to receive information items, including a community paramedicine update and a recognition of the Governor General's Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for information only. The next meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2023.

• Community Paramedicine Update
• Governor General's Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal

The committee received a Community Paramedicine Update and presented the Governor General’s Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal to two paramedics. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Presented Governor General’s Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal to Judy Brookshaw and Gloria Bowes

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider approving revisions to the Children's Programming Policy as outlined in a staff report. The committee will also receive a Museum Information Report for June 2023 and authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed. The meeting is largely routine, with one action item and one information item on the agenda.

• Recommendation to approve revisions to the Children's Programming Policy Report
• Children's Programming Policy 2023 - FINAL document attached
• Museum Information Report - June 2023 to be received
• Authorization for staff to give effect to committee resolutions

The Museum Committee approved revisions to the Children’s Programming Policy Report. Staff were authorized to implement the resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved revisions for the Children’s Programming Policy Report (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the June 1, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider two action items: approving an intergovernmental relations strategy and approving in principle a committee structure review that includes creating a Deputy Warden position and a Striking Committee. The committee will also receive information updates on Q1 2023 business plans and proposed delegations for the AMO conference, then move into a closed session to discuss a legal proceeding and approve closed minutes.

• Approve intergovernmental relations strategy, with staff to explore long-term resource needs for 2024 budget
• Approve committee structure review in principle, including Deputy Warden position and Striking Committee terms of reference
• Receive Q1 2023 business plan updates from 12 departments
• Discuss delegations for 2023 AMO conference
• Closed session on legal proceeding regarding Bruce A. Krug Estate funds

The Committee approved an intergovernmental relations strategy and the recommendations of a Committee Structure Review. The review includes the creation of a Deputy Warden position and a Striking Committee. Staff were directed to explore long-term resource needs for the 2024 budget.

• Approved intergovernmental relations strategy (Carried)
• Directed staff to explore long-term resource needs for 2024 budget (Carried)
• Approved Committee Structure Review recommendations in principle (Carried)
• Directed staff to include a Deputy Warden position in the Procedural By-law (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare Terms of Reference for a Striking Committee (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the meeting (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to receive delegations on regional housing, seniors' care funding, and Ontario Power Generation, and to consider communications from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding Bill 23 and a delayed Official Plan amendment. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from several committees and a confirmatory by-law.

• Delegation from Ontario Power Generation (Brent Fisher, Senior Manager)
• Delegation from Women of Ontario Say No on Bill 5 advocacy
• Regional Housing Initiative presentation by Julie Scarcella (EcoSpex Inc.)
• Communication from Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing re Bill 23 response
• Communication re Official Plan Growth Management Amendment decision delayed

Council directed staff to bring forward a motion regarding municipal code of conduct and penalty recommendations and to review a request for collaboration on affordable housing. The council also approved several committee minutes and the meeting's confirmation by-law.

• Directed staff to bring forward a motion supporting AMO recommendations on municipal codes of conduct and penalties
• Directed staff to review a request from Georgian Bay Housing Development Corporation regarding affordable housing collaboration
• Approved May 4, 2023 Council Session minutes
• Approved minutes for Corporate Services, Human Resources, Human Services, Long Term Care Homes, Museum, and Paramedic Services committees (May 4)
• Approved Planning and Development Committee minutes (May 11)
• Approved Paramedic Services and Planning and Development Committee minutes (May 18)
• Approved By-law 2023-024 to confirm proceedings of the June 1, 2023 meeting

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Bruce County Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to consider rescinding its COVID-19 Immunization Policy for county long-term care homes, effective immediately. The committee will also receive a May 2023 update report on long-term care operations and authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed.

• Recommendation to rescind COVID-19 Immunization Policy for Bruce County Long-Term Care Homes
• Long-Term Care Update Report – May 2023 (information item)
• Authorization for staff to give effect to all resolutions passed at the June 1, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023

The Long Term Care Homes Committee of Management voted to immediately rescind the COVID-19 Immunization Policy for Bruce County Long Term Care Homes. The committee also received a Long-Term Care Update Report for May 2023.

• Rescinded COVID-19 Immunization Policy for Bruce County Long Term Care Homes (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the June 1, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will hold a public meeting on a County Official Plan Amendment to permit a second additional residential unit in Kincardine, with a recommendation to refuse it due to Minimum Distance Separation requirements. The committee will also consider submitting comments on provincial land-use planning proposals.

• Public meeting on County Official Plan Amendment C-2022-015 (Gamble) for lands in Kincardine (Bruce Township) to permit a second additional residential unit; recommended refusal due to MDS I requirement
• Review and submission of Bruce County comments on Provincial Legislative, Regulatory and Policy Proposals for Spring 2023, including Site Plan Control (ERO 019-6822) and Proposed Provincial Policy Statement (ERO 6813)
• Circulation of comments on Proposed 2023 PPS to Premier, ministers, local MPPs, AMO, and Western Ontario Warden's Caucus

The Planning and Development Committee denied an application for an additional residential unit due to livestock distance requirements. The Committee also approved the submission of comments to the Province regarding land use planning policy proposals.

• Refused Official Plan Amendment C-2022-015 (Gamble) for a second Additional Residential unit
• Approved submission of comments to the Province on Spring 2023 Land Use Planning proposals
• Approved circulation of comments on the Proposed 2023 Provincial Policy Statement to the Premier, provincial ministers, and local MPPs
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the May 18, 2023 meeting

Paramedic Services

The committee received an update regarding the Port Elgin Paramedic Station build. Staff reported that supply chain and labour shortage delays have moved the expected occupancy to Quarter 4. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received report on Port Elgin Paramedic Station build update

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to approve April minutes, review a community information policy, and discuss relocating the Paisley branch based on letters from Arran-Elderslie. The board will also receive reports on operations, usage, the Lion's Head branch, and a CUPE pay equity update.

• Paisley relocation discussion with letters from Arran-Elderslie dated Apr 20 and May 12, 2023
• Policy review of Operational - Community Information
• CUPE pay equity update with signed Letter of Understanding L4481 dated May 9, 2023
• Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Director's and usage reports for May 2023

The Bruce County Public Library Board approved the Operational-Community Information policy. The Board also expressed support in principle for moving the Paisley Branch to the second story of the Paisley arena, provided an elevator and accessible entrance are installed.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Operational-Community Information policy
• Supported in principle relocating Paisley Branch to the second story of the Paisley arena (subject to elevator and accessible entrance installation)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is holding a workshop for Council members to receive information and provide input into the new Bruce County Official Plan, called Plan the Bruce. The meeting includes presentations and a white paper on Bill 97 and the Provincial Planning Statement 2023. No decisions are scheduled; it is an information and discussion session.

• Workshop on the new Bruce County Official Plan (Plan the Bruce)
• Review of WSP White Paper on Bill 97 and PPS 2023
• Council workshop presentation on the Official Plan review
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023

The committee held a workshop to review proposed provincial planning changes released April 6, 2023, and their impact on the new Bruce County Official Plan. Staff are preparing a formal response and draft resolution to be submitted to the Province by June 5, 2023.

• Received information reports regarding the Proposed Provincial Planning Statement and 'Plan the Bruce' implications

Human Resources Committee

The committee met and immediately moved into closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations, specifically an OPSEU Local 250 collective bargaining update, and to approve prior closed minutes. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the closed-session report was received for information and the previous closed minutes were approved. The meeting was procedural only.

• Moved into closed meeting for labour relations (OPSEU Local 250) and approval of closed minutes (carried)
• Received OPSEU Local 250 collective bargaining update for information
• Approved closed minutes of December 15, 2022
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed (carried)

Human Services Committee

The Bruce County Human Services Committee is meeting to receive information items, including the 2022 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Waypoint Report, a Q1-2023 update on the Community Housing Registry waitlist, a Q1-2023 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Report, and a Q1-2023 Income and Support Services Update. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for information only. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.

• 2022 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Waypoint Report
• Q1-2023 Bruce County Community Housing Registry Waitlist Update
• Q1-2023 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Report
• Q1-2023 Income and Support Services Update

The committee received four information reports on child care, housing waitlist, and income support services. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Bruce County Housing Corporation

The Bruce County Housing Corporation is meeting to approve the February 2, 2023 minutes, receive the Q1 2023 arrears report, and hear an update on the building restoration at 308 John St., Walkerton. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.

• Approval of February 2, 2023 minutes
• Q1 2023 arrears report
• 308 John St., Walkerton building restoration update
• Next meeting set for June 1, 2023

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to review its May 2023 report, which is the only substantive item on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as a call to order, declarations of pecuniary interest, and setting the next meeting date. No decisions or proposals are listed beyond the report review.

• Review of Museum Committee Report – May 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, County Administration Centre, Walkerton

The Museum Committee met on May 4, 2023, and received a single information item: the Museum Committee Report for May 2023. No decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

Paramedic Services

The Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation to purchase 11 AutoPulse Automated CPR Machines from Zoll Medical Canada. The total cost is approximately $186,766.77 plus HST, with part paid from COVID funding if authorized and the remainder from Paramedic Services Reserves. The committee will also act on any resolutions passed and set its next meeting for May 18, 2023.

• Purchase of 5 AutoPulse machines (~$88,476.35 +HST) using COVID funding if authorized, otherwise reserves
• Purchase of 6 additional AutoPulse machines (~$98,290.42 +HST) from Paramedic Services Reserves
• Single-sourcing to Zoll Medical Canada due to compatibility with existing Zoll defibrillators
• Authorization to implement all resolutions passed at the May 4, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023

The Paramedic Services Committee approved the purchase of 11 AutoPulse Automated CPR Machines from Zoll Medical Canada, totaling approximately $186,767 plus HST. Five machines will be paid using COVID funding if authorized, with any unfunded amount from Paramedic Services Reserves; the remaining six will be paid entirely from reserves. The single-source procurement was justified by compatibility with existing Zoll defibrillators.

• Approved purchase of 5 AutoPulse CPR machines (~$88,476 +HST) using COVID funding or reserves (carried)
• Approved purchase of 6 additional AutoPulse CPR machines (~$98,290 +HST) from Paramedic Services Reserves (carried)
• Approved single-source procurement from Zoll Medical Canada due to compatibility with existing equipment (carried)

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to receive an information item: the Long Term Care Update Report for March and April 2023. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no decisions or public hearings listed. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.

• Long Term Care Update Report – March and April 2023 (information item)

The Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management met on May 4, 2023, and received a single information item: a Long Term Care Update Report for March and April 2023. No decisions were made; the meeting was purely procedural and adjourned after 10 minutes.

• Received Long Term Care Update Report for March and April 2023 (information only)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council meets May 4, 2023, to hear a delegation on a proposed Georgian Bay Housing Development Corporation regional initiative, receive communications including a Clean Energy Frontier update and a letter from the Minister of Long-Term Care, and consider two by-laws. The by-laws would expand and increase Bruce County scholarships and awards, and confirm council proceedings. The agenda is largely routine, with no staff reports listed.

• Delegation: Georgian Bay Housing Development Corporation regional housing initiative
• By-law 2023-022: expand and increase Bruce County scholarships and awards
• By-law 2023-023: confirm council proceedings
• Communication: Clean Energy Frontier April 2023 update
• Communication: Minister of Long-Term Care letter re: occupancy protection

Bruce County Council met on May 4, 2023, and approved two by-laws: one to expand and increase the County's scholarship awards, and another to confirm the meeting's proceedings. A delegation from the Georgian Bay Housing Development Corporation was deferred due to technical issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved By-law 2023-022 to expand and increase Bruce County scholarship awards
• Approved By-law 2023-023 to confirm proceedings of the May 4, 2023 Council meeting
• Deferred Georgian Bay Housing Development Corporation presentation to a future meeting

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to consider several financial and administrative items, including accepting the 2022 audited consolidated financial statements, reviewing reserve fund analyses, and approving a contract for asset management services. The committee will also set the timetable for the 2024 budget process. These are recommendations for action, not final decisions.

• 2022 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements to be accepted and approved
• Transfer of 2022 Krug Reserve balance plus interest to BMO Trust Company per court order
• Single-source contract for Asset Management Support to PSD Citywide until July 2025
• 2024 Annual Business Plan and Budget Timetable to be approved
• Information items: Working Fund Reserve, Tax Stabilization Reserve, Q1 purchasing policy suspensions, Q1 awarded tenders

The Corporate Services Committee approved the 2022 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements as presented by BDO, and accepted the 2022 Audit Report for information. It also approved the 2024 Annual Business Plan and Budget Timetable, reserving October 12 and November 2 for receiving plans and budgets. Additionally, the committee authorized single-sourcing asset management support services to PSD Citywide through July 2025, and received several informational reports on reserves and purchasing.

• Approved 2022 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (carried)
• Approved 2024 Annual Business Plan and Budget Timetable (carried)
• Authorized single-source contract for Asset Management Support & Plan Development Services to PSD Citywide through July 2025 (carried)
• Approved transfer of 2022 Krug Reserve balance plus 2023 interest to BMO Trust Company per court order (carried)

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee is meeting to receive information on the Hazardous Waste Program, including a 2022 program summary and the 2023 event schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed beyond authorizing staff to implement any resolutions passed at the meeting.

• Hazardous Waste Program Update
• 2022 Hazardous Waste Program Summary
• 2023 Event Schedule

The committee received a report on the Hazardous Waste Program for information. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made during the meeting.

• Received Hazardous Waste Program report for information
• Authorized staff to give effect to resolutions passed during the meeting

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to discuss a development charges workshop presented by Daryl Abbs of Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. The agenda includes only this information item, along with routine procedural matters. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Information item: County Development Charges Workshop (CS-2023-036)
• Presentation by Daryl Abbs, Manager, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
• Attachments: CS-2023-036 County Development Charges Workshop.pdf and Bruce County DC 101 Workshop - Final.pdf
• Next meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023

The committee received an information report regarding the County Development Charges Workshop. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Received County Development Charges Workshop report for information

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee held a Shareholders Meeting for the Bruce County Housing Corporation to approve 2022 unaudited financial statements and appoint corporate officers. Additionally, the committee approved a Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan for submission to the province.

• Approved Bruce County Housing Corporation unaudited financial statements for period ended Dec 31, 2022 (Carried)
• Authorized Warden and Deputy CAO to sign Consent of the Shareholder to an Exemption from Audit (Carried)
• Appointed BDO Canada LLP as accountants for Bruce County Housing Corporation (Carried)
• Appointed The Ross Firm Professional Corporation as corporate solicitors (Carried)
• Elected Luke Charbonneau, Kenneth Craig, Mark Goetz, Steve Hammell, Milt McIver, Garry Michi, Donald Murray, and Chris Peabody as Directors of the Corporation (Carried)
• Approved Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (Carried)

BCHC Annual General Meeting

The Bruce County Housing Corporation held its Annual General Meeting to appoint leadership and ratify corporate actions. The board elected eight directors and approved unaudited financial statements. Staff were authorized to implement resolutions from a previous April 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the April 21, 2022 meeting
• Elected Luke Charbonneau, Kenneth Craig, Mark Goetz, Steve Hammell, Milt McIver, Garry Michi, Donald Murray, and Chris Peabody as directors
• Approved unaudited financial statements
• Ratified all acts, by-laws, resolutions, contracts, and payments made since the last Annual Meeting
• Scheduled next Shareholders and Annual General Meeting for December 14, 2023
• Authorized staff to implement resolutions passed during the April 6, 2023 meeting

Executive Committee

The Bruce County Executive Committee is meeting to consider a proposal from Catalyst360, a municipal transformation initiative, including a memorandum of understanding for 2023-2026. The agenda includes a presentation and proposal documents for this item. The committee will also act on recommendations from the meeting and schedule its next meeting for May 4, 2023.

• Catalyst360 – Transforming Municipalities Together proposal and presentation
• Catalyst360 Memorandum of Understanding (2023-2026)
• Authorization for staff to give effect to committee resolutions
• Next meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023

The Executive Committee voted against signing the Catalyst360 Memorandum of Understanding and rejected the associated operational funding of $175,000 per year from 2024 through 2026. Staff were authorized to give effect to all other resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Defeated signing of Catalyst360 Memorandum of Understanding and $175,000 annual funding (2024-2026)
• Approved authorization for staff to give effect to the actions of the Executive Committee

Planning and Development Committee

The Bruce County Planning and Development Committee is meeting to decide on a consent application, discuss the official plan engagement timeline, and review a draft response to the IESO's decarbonization study. They will also receive information updates on economic development, employment services, and a transit study.

• Consent B-2022-115 McClory approval recommendation
• Revised public engagement timeline for Bruce County Official Plan
• Draft response to IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study (ERO Posting #019-6647)
• Transit Demand and Feasibility Study report
• Regional Support Economic Development Pilot outcomes

The committee approved Consent B-2022-115 McClory and a response to the IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study. It also decided to delay the Official Plan public engagement timeline pending provincial information.

• Approved Consent B-2022-115 McClory (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare a revised Official Plan public engagement timeline after receiving provincial information (Carried)
• Directed staff to provide comments on the Provincial Policy Statement (Carried)
• Approved circulation of draft response and notice of motion regarding IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study to local municipalities and nuclear host communities (Carried)
• Approved submission of comments on IESO Pathways to Decarbonation Study to the province via ERO Posting #019-6647 (Carried)

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to receive updates on the Paisley Branch project, tour the Paisley Arena, and consider a budget amendment for the bookmobile. The board will also review policies, approve prior minutes, and receive the director's report and usage report. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential service contract update.

• Budget amendment for bookmobile
• Paisley Branch project update from Mayor Steve Hammel and/or Deputy Mayor Jennifer Shaw
• Policy review: Operational - Confidentiality
• Approval of March 15, 2023 minutes
• Closed meeting to discuss potential service contract update

The Board approved a budget amendment to fund a new bookmobile and approved the Operational - Confidentiality policy. Members also toured the proposed relocation site for the Paisley Branch at the Paisley Arena.

• Approved transfer of up to $182,774.74 from Bookmobile Fundraising reserve for bookmobile purchase (Carried)
• Approved Operational - Confidentiality policy (Carried)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved motion to enter closed meeting to discuss service contract and minutes (Carried)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to review information items, including the 2022 Quarter 4 business plan updates from all county departments and the 2023 Bruce County Community Grant requests. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these items are for information and discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2023.

• 2022 Q4 Business Plan updates from 12 departments including CAO, Corporate Services, Human Resources, Human Services, IT, Library, Long Term Care, Museum, Paramedic, Planning, Transportation
• Bruce County Community Grant Requests 2023 and Community Grant Policy review

The meeting was procedural in nature. The committee received reports on 2022 Quarter 4 Business Plan Updates and 2023 Bruce County Community Grant Requests for information.

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Long Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to review the LTC Home Service Accountability Agreement and related documents. The committee will also move into a closed session to discuss legal matters and litigation updates regarding Gateway Haven, as well as approve closed minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review of LTC Home Service Accountability Agreement
• Closed meeting for solicitor-client privileged advice and litigation matters
• Legal matters update - Gateway Haven
• Approval of closed minutes from October 6, 2022

The Committee approved Long-Term Care Home Service Accountability Agreements between Ontario Health and the County of Bruce for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven. The agreements cover the period ending March 31, 2024.

• Approved Service Accountability Agreements for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven (Carried)
• Authorized Warden and Clerk to sign service agreements (Carried)
• Approved closed minutes from October 6, 2022 (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider approving the rental of the 'True or False' exhibition for the 2024 summer season, including authorizing the Director to sign a contract with Musee Nature Science of Sherbrooke, Quebec and redirecting a previously paid $6,250 deposit. The committee will also receive reports on archives and museum operations, and correspondence from the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism.

• Approval of 'True or False' exhibition rental for 2024 summer season
• Authorization for Director, Museum & Cultural Services to sign rental contract with Musee Nature Science of Sherbrooke, Quebec
• Redirect of previously paid $6,250 deposit to the 2024 exhibition
• Archives Report – April 2023
• Museum Information Report – April 2023

The committee approved the rental of the "True or False" feature exhibition for the 2024 summer season. The Director of Museum & Cultural Services is authorized to sign the contract with Musee Nature Science of Sherbrooke, Quebec. A previously paid deposit of $6,250 will be redirected to this exhibition.

• Approved rental of 'True or False' exhibition for 2024 summer season (Carried)
• Authorized Director, Museum & Cultural Services to sign rental contract with Musee Nature Science of Sherbrooke, Quebec (Carried)
• Approved redirection of $6,250 previously paid deposit to the 2024 exhibition (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council meets April 6, 2023, to handle routine business including minutes, communications, and by-laws. They will hear delegations from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and Grey Bruce Health Services on a new addictions and mental health facility. A motion responds to the IESO's Pathways to Decarbonization Study, and By-law 2023-020 delegates certain planning matters to local municipalities.

• Motion on IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study
• By-law 2023-020: delegation of Consents, Part Lot Control, Validation Certificates, Local Official Plans and amendments
• By-law 2023-021: confirmatory by-law
• Delegation: OFA update by Paul Vickers
• Delegation: Addictions & Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre by Grey Bruce Health Services

Council directed staff to prepare a response to the IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study and consult the Nuclear Innovation Institute. Staff were also directed to report back on a $500,000 funding request for a mental health treatment facility. Two by-laws were approved.

• Directed staff to prepare a response to the IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study (Carried)
• Directed staff to consult Nuclear Innovation Institute for the IESO response (Carried)
• Directed staff to bring back a report regarding a $500,000 funding request for the Addictions & Mental Health Wellness and Treatment Centre (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-020 regarding delegation of matters related to Consents and Local Official Plans (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-021 to confirm proceedings of the April 6, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 2 and March 23, 2023 Council Sessions (Carried)
• Approved minutes for various committee meetings held March 2, March 23, and March 30, 2023 (Carried)

Human Services Committee

The Bruce County Human Services Committee is meeting to consider approving updates to the Child Activity Assistance Program. Members will also receive information on the 2023 Municipal Housing Forum, the Housing and Homelessness Plan 2024-2034, and an update on Inclusive Community Grants. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as declarations of interest and authorization to implement passed resolutions.

• Recommendation to approve Child Activity Assistance Program updates
• Summary of Bruce County Municipal Housing Forum 2023 discussions
• Housing and Homelessness Plan 2024-2034 information item
• Inclusive Community Grants project update

The committee approved updates to the Child Activity Assistance Program for implementation. Reports regarding the Municipal Housing Forum, the 2024-2034 Housing & Homelessness Plan, and Inclusive Community Grants were received for information.

• Approved updates to the Child Activity Assistance Program (Carried)

Paramedic Services

The committee met on April 6, 2023, to receive information reports. No votes were taken and no policy or budgetary decisions were made.

• Received 2022 Call Volumes report for information
• Received 2023 Ministry of Health Ambulance Service Review report for information

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is deciding on reallocating $230,000 in levy funds to two bridge projects and awarding a bridge rehabilitation contract, consolidating photocopier reserves, and updating county awards. It will also receive information items on the 2022 audit plan, unaudited financial statements, property tax handbook, and annual repayment limit.

• Reallocate $230,000 from Bruce Road 6 East Capital Budget to Stephenson Bridge ($70,000) and Schenks Bridge ($160,000)
• Award Bridge Rehabilitation Work 2023 contract to McLean Taylor Construction Ltd.
• Transfer $83,930.43 from photocopier reserves to IT Computer Hardware Reserve
• Update Bruce County Awards and engage schools to amend criteria
• Receive 2022 audit plan, unaudited financial statements, property tax handbook, and annual repayment limit

The Corporate Services Committee approved the re-allocation of funds for two bridge projects and awarded a construction contract. The committee also approved a reserve fund transfer for photocopiers and directed staff to update county awards criteria.

• Approved re-allocation of $230,000 in Levy funds to Stephenson Bridge ($70,000) and Schenks Bridge ($160,000)
• Authorized awarding of Bridge Rehabilitation Work 2023 Contract to McLean Taylor Construction Ltd.
• Approved transfer of $83,930.43 to the Information Technology Computer Hardware Reserve for photocopiers
• Directed staff to update Bruce County Awards and engage schools to amend award criteria

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to decide on two local official plan amendments and one consent application. Staff recommend approval of both amendments and the consent. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like declarations of interest and authorization to implement passed resolutions.

• Local Official Plan Amendment L-2022-010 (Lucknow Kinsmen) — recommended for approval
• Arran Elderslie Official Plan Amendment L-2022-011 (Woods-Morley) — recommended for approval
• Consent Application B-2022-111 (Woods-Morley) — recommended for approval
• Public and agency comments attached for both applications

The Planning and Development Committee approved Local Official Plan Amendment L-2022-010 and Official Plan Amendment L-2022-011. Additionally, the committee approved Consent Application B-2022-111.

• Approved Local Official Plan Amendment L-2022-010 (Lucknow Kinsmen)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment L-2022-011 (Arran Elderslie)
• Approved Consent Application B-2022-111 (Woods-Morley)

Planning and Development Committee

This is a workshop meeting for Council members to receive information and provide input into the new Bruce County Official Plan (Plan the Bruce). No decisions are being made; the agenda consists of a presentation and discussion.

• Workshop to discuss the new Bruce County Official Plan - Plan the Bruce
• Two presentation PDFs attached: Bruce County Official Plan Review and Council Workshop Presentation

The committee received an information report and held a workshop regarding the new Bruce County Official Plan, titled 'Plan the Bruce'. Consultants presented the three-phase process, growth management strategies, and agricultural and natural environment frameworks. No formal decisions were made; a follow-up report is scheduled for April 20, 2023.

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to handle routine administrative business. The main items are approving three by-laws: one establishing fees and charges, one appointing a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, and one confirming the meeting's proceedings. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• By-law 2023-017: establish fees and charges for the County of Bruce
• By-law 2023-018: appoint a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
• By-law 2023-019: confirm proceedings of the March 23, 2023 council meeting

Council approved three by-laws regarding county fees, a personnel appointment, and the confirmation of meeting proceedings. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.

• Approved By-law 2023-017 to establish fees and charges
• Approved By-law 2023-018 to appoint a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
• Approved By-law 2023-019 to confirm proceedings of the March 23, 2023 meeting

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to receive information items, including a letter from member CAOs and a review of the deputy CAO organizational structure with related job description and org chart. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for information only. The next meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2023.

• Review of Deputy CAO organizational structure and job description
• Office of the CAO org chart (March 2023)
• Letter from Member CAOs (March 2, 2023)

The committee received information regarding a proposal for the County of Bruce to take over the lead and program delivery for the Municipal Innovation Council. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider three consent applications (land severances) and recommended changes to the Delegation By-law. The committee will vote on whether to approve the applications and recommend the by-law changes to County Council. It will also receive updates on the Starter Company Plus Program and the 2022 Economic Development Annual Report.

• Consent Application B-2022-028 (Lopes) recommended for approval
• Consent Applications B-2021-138 and B-2022-008 (Midghall) recommended for approval
• Recommended changes to Delegation By-law to be forwarded to County Council
• Starter Company Plus Program 2022-23 update
• Economic Development Annual Report 2022

The Planning and Development Committee approved two sets of land consent applications. The committee also amended the Delegation By-law regarding the referral of matters to the Land Division Committee and recommended it for County Council approval.

• Amended Delegation By-law wording in section 3.6 from 'may' to 'will' (Carried)
• Recommended amended Delegation By-law for County Council approval (Carried)
• Approved Consent Application B-2022-028 (Lopes) (Carried)
• Approved Consent Applications B-2021-138 and B-2022-008 (Midghall) (Carried)

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to consider two action items: approving a letter to the Minister of Long-Term Care about occupancy protection, and authorizing the Director to submit 2022 Declarations of Compliance for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven. The committee will also receive information updates on long-term care operations and organizational climate work.

• Approve letter to Minister of Long-Term Care re: Occupancy Protection, with Warden authorized to sign and forward to Minister and local MPPs
• Authorize Director of Long-Term Care and Senior Services to sign and submit 2022 Declarations of Compliance for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven to Southwest LHIN
• Receive Long Term Care Update Report for January and February 2023
• Receive update on Long-Term Care and Senior Services Organizational Climate Work

The Committee approved a letter to the Minister of Long-Term Care regarding occupancy and authorized the Warden to send it to the Minister and local MPPs. The Director of Long-Term Care and Senior Services was also authorized to submit 2022 compliance declarations for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven.

• Approved letter to Minister of Long-Term Care regarding occupancy (Carried)
• Authorized Warden to sign and forward occupancy letter to Minister and local MPPs (Carried)
• Authorized Director of Long-Term Care and Senior Services to submit 2022 Declaration of Compliance for Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven (Carried)

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to approve February minutes, review a sponsorship policy, consider fees and charges, and act on a recommendation regarding the Paisley Branch, which includes an engineering letter. The board will also receive the director's report, usage report, and annual reports as information items.

• Policy review: FR Sponsorship 2023
• Fees and charges report
• Paisley Branch recommendation with GM Blueplan Engineering letter
• Approval of February 15, 2023 minutes
• Director's report and 2022 annual report

The Bruce County Public Library Board approved a new fee schedule for laminating and cardstock services. The Board also approved an amended fundraising and sponsorship policy and directed staff to seek more information from the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie regarding the Paisley Branch.

• Approved amended Fundraising - Sponsorship policy (Carried)
• Approved $1.00 fee for 8.5”x11” laminating sheets (Carried)
• Approved $1.00 fee for 12”x12” cardstock sheets (Carried)
• Approved $2.00 fee for 12”x12” vinyl or iron-on sheets (Carried)
• Directed staff to write a letter to the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie regarding the Paisley Branch Recommendation Report (Carried)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to adopt the 2023 budget and property tax rates, set council remuneration, and designate community safety zones. They will also hear delegations on the Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and homelessness, and consider appointments to the Clean Energy Frontier. The agenda includes several routine items like minutes approval and by-laws, but the budget adoption is the most consequential action.

• By-law 2023-015: adopt 2023 budget and property tax estimates, tax ratios and tax rates
• By-law 2023-013: annual remuneration for Warden and Council members for 2023
• By-law 2023-014: designate Community Safety Zones on certain highways
• Delegation: Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan Update
• Delegation: Homelessness in Bruce County presentation

Council approved the 2023 budget, property tax estimates, and annual remuneration for the Warden and Council members. The body also appointed representatives to the Clean Energy Frontier and designated new Community Safety Zones on certain highways.

• Approved By-law 2023-015 to adopt the 2023 budget and property tax estimates, ratios, and rates
• Approved By-law 2023-013 for 2023 annual remuneration for the Warden and Council members
• Approved By-law 2023-014 to designate Community Safety Zones on specific county highways
• Appointed Warden Peabody, Councillor Michi, and Councillor Murray to the Clean Energy Frontier
• Appointed Councillor Michi as Co-Chair of the Clean Energy Frontier
• Approved minutes from February 2 and February 16 committee meetings
• Referred a motion regarding the IESO Pathways to Decarbonization Study to the next session

Information Technology Services Committee

The Information Technology Services Committee is meeting to consider one action item: approving the Infrastructure and Operations Manager's attendance at the 2023 HPE Aruba Atmosphere Training Week in Las Vegas, Nevada, from April 23-28, 2023, at an estimated cost of $2,000. The committee will also act on any recommendations and set its next meeting date. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval request for Infrastructure and Operations Manager to attend HPE Aruba Atmosphere Training Week in Las Vegas, NV, April 23-28, 2023, estimated cost $2,000
• Authorization for staff to implement resolutions passed at the March 2, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023

The committee approved funding for the Infrastructure and Operations Manager to attend technical training in the United States. Staff were authorized to implement the resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved Infrastructure and Operations Manager to attend 2023 HPE Aruba Atmosphere Training Week in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 23-28, 2023, for an estimated cost of $2,000 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the March 2, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Human Services Committee

The Bruce County Human Services Committee is meeting to consider approving a resolution calling on the provincial government to end homelessness in Ontario, and to direct staff to send it to provincial officials. The agenda also includes several information items covering housing and homelessness funding, a community initiatives fund, and quarterly updates on housing waitlists, income support, child care, and a holiday program. No other decisions are listed beyond the homelessness resolution action item.

• Approve Homelessness Resolution – A Call to the Provincial Government to End Homelessness in Ontario
• Direct staff to forward resolution to Premier, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, Minister of Health, and AMO
• Housing and Homelessness Programs Funding Allocations (information)
• Strategic Community Initiatives Fund – 2023 Call for Proposals (information)
• 2022 Q4 Community Housing Registry Waitlist Update (information)

The committee approved a Homelessness Resolution calling on the provincial government to end homelessness in Ontario. Staff were directed to forward the resolution to the Premier, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and the Ministers of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Health, and Children, Community and Social Services.

• Approved Homelessness Resolution – A Call to the Provincial Government to End Homelessness in Ontario (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The committee approved the 2023 county-wide tax ratios, class discounts, and the continuation of tax relief programs for charities, low-income seniors, and low-income persons with disabilities. Revised policies for tangible capital assets and amortization were also adopted. Additionally, the committee allowed 2022 capital spending overages to be absorbed into the year-end surplus or deficit.

• Approved 2023 County-wide tax ratios and class discounts (Carried)
• Approved continuation of tax relief for charities and similar organizations for 2023 (Carried)
• Approved continuation of tax relief for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities for 2023 (Carried)
• Approved revised Tangible Capital Asset Policy effective January 1, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved revised Capital Asset Amortization Policy effective January 1, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved absorption of 2022 capital spending overages into year-end surplus or deficit (Carried)

Paramedic Services

The Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to review a Community Paramedicine Program update and a 2022 CTAS performance plan. The main action item is a recommendation to amend the 2023 budget to draw up to approximately $90,000 from the Paramedic Services reserve to fund the Community Paramedicine High Intensity Supports at Home Program through Ontario Health West, if required. The committee will also act on any resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Recommendation to amend 2023 budget with up to ~$90,000 from Paramedic Services reserve for Community Paramedicine High Intensity Supports at Home Program funded by Ontario Health West
• 2022 CTAS Performance Plan report for information
• Authorization to give effect to all resolutions passed at the March 2, 2023 meeting

The Paramedic Services Committee approved an amendment to the 2023 budget. This allows for the use of up to approximately $90,000 from the Paramedic Services reserve to fund the Community Paramedicine High Intensity Supports at Home Program.

• Approved amending 2023 budget to include up to approximately $90,000 from Paramedic Services reserve for Community Paramedicine High Intensity Supports at Home Program (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the March 2, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee approved changes to the Fees and Charges By-law and the introduction of a by-law to establish fees and charges for the Corporation of the County of Bruce. The committee also met in a closed session to discuss employment matters and approve previous closed minutes.

• Approved changes to the Fees and Charges By-law (Carried)
• Approved introduction of a by-law to establish fees and charges for the Corporation of the County of Bruce (Carried)
• Approved closed minutes from February 16, 2023 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the March 2, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider approving the deaccession of items from the museum's archives and collections, as recommended by staff. The committee will also receive reports on education and outreach, programming, and revenue development. The meeting is largely routine, with the main decisions being the two deaccession approvals.

• Request for Archives Deaccession – March 2023
• Request for Collections Deaccession – March 2023
• Education and Outreach Report – March 2023
• Programming Report – March 2023
• Revenue Development Report – March 2023

The Museum Committee approved the deaccession of specific items from the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre’s archives and collections. Staff were authorized to implement these actions.

• Approved deaccession of items listed in the Archival Items Recommended for Deaccession March 2023 (Carried)
• Approved deaccession of items listed in the March 2023 Collections deaccession list (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the March 2, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee approved a consent file and decided to continue requiring public meetings for Plan of Subdivision applications. The Committee also supported including specific fee and tax incentives in local Community Improvement Plans.

• Approved Consent File B-2022-105 (Carried)
• Decided to continue requiring public meetings for Plan of Subdivision applications (Carried)
• Referred changes to the Delegation By-law back to staff for updates (Carried)
• Supported including County fee and property tax incentives in local Community Improvement Plans (Carried)
• Directed staff to develop a framework for implementing incentive tools (Carried)

Executive Committee

This is a largely procedural agenda. The committee will move into a closed meeting to discuss litigation or potential litigation regarding Bruce County's use of funds from the Bruce A. Krug Estate, and to approve closed minutes from October 20, 2022. It will then report from closed session and authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed.

• Closed meeting under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(e) for litigation matters
• Discussion of legal proceeding on Bruce County's use of Bruce A. Krug Estate funds
• Approval of closed minutes from October 20, 2022
• Authorization for staff to act on resolutions passed at this meeting

The committee met in a closed session to discuss legal proceedings regarding the Bruce A. Krug Estate. The closed minutes from October 20, 2022, were approved.

• Approved closed minutes of the October 20, 2022 meeting
• Authorized staff to give effect to resolutions passed during the February 16, 2023 meeting

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee is deciding on a $100,000 transfer from waste management reserves to road capital, establishing a temporary community safety zone on Bruce Road 11 in Paisley, and accepting a certificate for KIPP Trail support. They will also receive a 2022 traffic calming update and hold a closed session to discuss a land transfer on Bruce Road 9.

• Transfer $100,000 from Waste Management Future Planning Reserves to Capital Roads Reserve
• Temporary community safety zone on Bruce Road 11 (Goldie Street), Paisley, from Bruce Road 3 (Queen Street) east 500m, ending Dec 1, 2023
• Approve draft by-law amendment for community safety zone, to be placed on Council agenda
• Accept Certificate of Recognition for County support of Kincardine to Inverhuron Provincial Park (KIPP) Trail
• Closed meeting to discuss Bruce Road 9 transfer of lands and approval of closed minutes from March 17, 2022

The committee approved a fund transfer for infrastructure needs and the establishment of a temporary community safety zone in Paisley. A certificate of recognition for the KIPP Trail was also accepted.

• Transferred $100,000 from Waste Management Future Planning Reserves to Capital Roads Reserve (Carried)
• Established temporary community safety zone on Bruce Road 11 (Goldie Street) in Paisley until December 1, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved changes to the Community Safety Zone by-law for Council adoption (Carried)
• Authorized purchase and installation of signage for the community safety zone (Carried)
• Accepted Certificate of Recognition for support of the Kincardine to Inverhuron Provincial Park (KIPP) Trail (Carried)
• Approved closed minutes from March 17, 2022 (Carried)

Bruce County Public Library Board

The Bruce County Public Library Board is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, declare pecuniary interests, and approve minutes from November 2022. The board will also review a proposed library board code of conduct and related by-law. Information items include the director's report, bookmobile update, usage reports, and annual activities report.

• Vote for Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of November 16, 2022 minutes
• Review of Library Board Code of Conduct and By-Law 2023-006
• Bookmobile update and case for support
• 2022 Annual Activities Report

Corporate Services Committee

The Committee approved the 2023 budget as amended. This included specific fund transfers between reserves and the addition of maintenance funding for roads.

• Approved 2023 budget as amended (Carried)
• Approved $425,000 transfer from Tax Stabilization Reserve (Carried)
• Approved $100,000 transfer from Waste Management Future Planning Reserve to Capital Road Reserve (Carried)
• Approved $129,900 for crack sealing and guiderail maintenance funded from the levy (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the meeting (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider redirecting ownership of the AMICK archaeological collection from the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre to the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, pending written approval from the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism. The committee will also receive routine reports on collections, education, marketing, programming, and revenue development, and authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed.

• Recommendation to transfer AMICK collection (BcHi-23, BcHi-24, BcHi-25) ownership to Saugeen Ojibway Nation
• Request for written approval from Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism Archaeology division for collection redirection
• Indigenous Relations, Reconciliation and Repatriation Report with BCMCC-SON Repatriation Framework and Guideline 2022
• Monthly reports: Collections, Education and Outreach, Marketing, Programming, Revenue Development (February 2023)
• Authorization for staff to act on all resolutions passed at this meeting

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting to review a demographic housing study and an affordable housing development toolkit (phase three). The agenda includes information items and a motion to authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed at this meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• Demographic Housing Study review
• Affordable Housing Development Toolkit – Phase Three review
• Motion to authorize staff to give effect to committee resolutions

The committee received a Demographic Housing Study and the Phase Three Affordable Housing Development Toolkit for information. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the meeting.

• Received Demographic Housing Study for information
• Received Affordable Housing Development Toolkit – Phase Three for information
• Authorized staff to give effect to resolutions passed during the meeting

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to handle routine administrative business: adopting prior meeting minutes, approving minutes from several committees, and passing four by-laws. The by-laws include two lease extension agreements with the Province of Ontario, one to establish a public highway, and one to confirm the council's proceedings. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• By-law 2023-009: lease extension and amending agreement (Lease #L10714) with Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure
• By-law 2023-010: lease extension and amending agreement (Lease #L07789) with Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure
• By-law 2023-011: establish and assume certain lands as a public highway
• By-law 2023-012: confirm proceedings of the February 2, 2023 council meeting
• Approval of minutes from Jan 12 and Jan 26 council sessions and multiple committee meetings

Council approved three operational by-laws regarding land and infrastructure. This included two lease extensions with the Province of Ontario and the assumption of lands for a public highway. The meeting was primarily procedural.

• Approved By-law 2023-009 for lease extension #L10714 with the Minister of Infrastructure
• Approved By-law 2023-010 for lease extension #L07789 with the Minister of Infrastructure
• Approved By-law 2023-011 to establish and assume lands as a public highway
• Approved By-law 2023-012 to confirm proceedings of the February 2, 2023 meeting
• Adopted minutes of January 12 and January 26, 2023 Council Sessions
• Approved minutes for various committee meetings held between January 12 and January 26, 2023

Bruce County Housing Corporation

The Bruce County Housing Corporation is meeting to consider approving a $249,000 reallocation of surplus capital funding and awarding a $453,897.20 tender for video surveillance at multiple housing properties. They will also review the 2022 Q4 arrears report and adopt the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting.

• Reallocate $249,000 surplus capital for video surveillance at 308 John St., 401 Cayley St., 920 Old Durham Rd. (Walkerton), 1065 Huron Terr. (Kincardine), 647/659 Arlington St., 743 Wellington St., 757 Wellington St. (Port Elgin)
• Award tender to Vipond Inc. for $453,897.20 + HST
• Possible addition of scope at 81 2nd St. Chesley up to $55,000 + HST if surplus funding allows
• Review 2022 Q4 Arrears Report

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to consider and approve several by-laws, including lease agreements for an ambulance station in Port Elgin and the Wiarton and District Nursery School, a code of conduct for council members, and an amendment to the County Official Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being routine approvals and confirmations.

• By-law 2023-004: lease extension with Joanne Weishuhn-Lee for Bruce County Ambulance Station in Port Elgin
• By-law 2023-005: lease agreement with Wiarton and District Nursery School
• By-law 2023-006: adoption of Code of Conduct for Members of Bruce County Council
• By-law 2023-007: adoption of Amendment C-2022-013 to County of Bruce Official Plan
• By-law 2023-008: confirmation of council proceedings

Council approved five by-laws covering lease agreements, a member code of conduct, and an Official Plan amendment. No other substantive reports or motions were presented during the meeting.

• Approved By-law 2023-004: lease extension for Bruce County Ambulance Station in Port Elgin
• Approved By-law 2023-005: lease agreement with Wiarton and District Nursery School
• Approved By-law 2023-006: Code of Conduct for Members of Bruce County Council
• Approved By-law 2023-007: Amendment Number C-2022-013 to the County of Bruce Official Plan
• Approved By-law 2023-008: confirmation of proceedings for the January 26, 2023 meeting

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider a request to transfer reserve funds for a new security and monitoring system. The recommendation is to approve the purchase at a cost of $35,922, financed from the Museum Building Reserve Account. The committee will also act on any resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Request for transfer of reserve funds for security and monitoring system at $35,922
• Recommendation to approve purchase financed from Museum Building Reserve Account
• Authorization to give effect to all resolutions passed at the meeting

The Museum Committee approved the purchase of a new security and monitoring system. The project will be financed using the Museum Building Reserve Account.

• Approved $35,922 for new security and monitoring system financed from Museum Building Reserve Account (Carried)

Transportation and Environmental Services Committee

The Transportation and Environmental Services Committee will consider a recommendation to introduce a by-law establishing portions of Bruce Road 23 as a public highway under county jurisdiction. The agenda also includes updates on an EV regional strategy, Q4 capital projects, public transit, and a recreational bylaw enforcement pilot project.

• Transfer of Bruce Road 23 from Municipality of Kincardine to County of Bruce
• EV Regional Strategy Update
• Q4 Capital Update
• Public Transit in Bruce County Update
• Recreational Bylaw Enforcement Pilot Project Report

The committee decided to introduce a by-law to establish portions of Bruce Road 23 as a public highway under the jurisdiction of the County of Bruce. Staff were authorized to implement the resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved introduction of by-law to transfer portions of Bruce Road 23 from Municipality of Kincardine to County of Bruce (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the January 26, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to consider two lease renewals for county-owned buildings on Cayley Street in Walkerton. Staff recommend authorizing the Warden and Clerk to execute 5-year lease agreements with the Province of Ontario for the Courthouse and Crown Building. The committee will also vote on a routine motion to implement its decisions.

• 5-year lease renewal for 207 Cayley Street Courthouse
• 5-year lease renewal for 215 Cayley Street Crown Building
• Recommendation to authorize Warden and Clerk to sign leases with Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure

The Corporate Services Committee introduced by-laws to authorize 5-year lease agreements for the Courthouse and Crown Building. Staff were directed to implement all resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Introduced by-law for 5-year lease renewal of 207 Cayley Street Courthouse (Carried)
• Introduced by-law for 5-year lease renewal of 215 Cayley Street Crown Building (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the meeting (Carried)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will hold a public meeting on Official Plan Amendment C-2022-013 (Rudolph c/o Potter), with a recommendation to approve it. They will also consider directing staff to finalize a letter to Minister Clark about lack of municipal consultation on Bill 23, and circulate comments on the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and Places to Grow Review. Information items include an appeal of Market Street applications and a Bill 23 implementation update on conservation authority role.

• Public meeting and recommendation to approve Official Plan Amendment C-2022-013 (Rudolph c/o Potter)
• Direct staff to finalize letter to Minister Clark regarding lack of consultation on Bill 23
• Circulate staff comments on Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and Places to Grow Review
• Information item: Appeal of Market Street Local Official Plan, Zoning, and Plan of Subdivision Applications
• Information item: Bill 23 Implementation Update - Conservation Authority Role

The committee approved an Official Plan Amendment and directed staff to finalize a letter to provincial leadership regarding Bill 23. Staff were also authorized to share comments on the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and Places to Grow Review with local councils.

• Approved Bruce County Official Plan Amendment C-2022-013 (Carried)
• Directed staff to finalize and send a letter to Minister Steve Clark, the Premier, local MPPs, and member municipalities regarding Bill 23 consultation (Carried)
• Approved circulation of staff comments on Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and Places to Grow Review to local Councils (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The Bruce County Corporate Services Committee will review the 2023-2027 proposed corporate budget and forecast. The committee is asked to approve pre-budget capital expenditures totaling approximately $1.07 million for social housing and museum infrastructure. No other specific policy decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of $950,000 for Social Housing capital replacements
• Approval of $74,200 for museum HVAC system capital replacements
• Approval of $44,592 for Museum Exterior Deck and Rooftop Ladder replacement
• Review of 2023-2027 Proposed Corporate Budget and Forecast

The committee approved several pre-budget capital expenditures for social housing and museum repairs. Further discussion on the 2023-2027 Proposed Corporate Budget and Forecast was deferred to February 2nd.

• Approved $950,000 for Social Housing capital replacements
• Approved $74,200 for museum HVAC system capital replacements
• Approved $44,592 for Museum Exterior Deck and Rooftop Ladder replacement
• Deferred further 2023 budget discussion to February 2nd
• Directed staff to review and prioritize new FTEs to reduce the budget
• Rejected annualization to job rate for new FTEs

Human Services Committee

The committee met on January 12, 2023, and received three reports for information. No votes were taken and no formal actions were decided.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to consider three action items: appointing the CAO as alternate delegate to the Municipal Innovation Council, directing staff to propose changes to the Procedural By-law to replace the standing committee structure, and introducing a by-law to adopt an updated Code of Conduct for Council Members and Local Boards, including complaint protocols. The committee will also authorize staff to implement any resolutions passed at this meeting.

• Appoint CAO as alternate delegate to Municipal Innovation Council
• Direct staff to recommend amendments to Procedural By-law to replace standing committee structure
• Introduce by-law to adopt updated Code of Conduct for Council Members and Local Boards
• Adopt draft complaint protocol and forms
• Next meeting scheduled for February 2, 2023

The Executive Committee directed staff to recommend Procedural By-law amendments to replace the current standing committee structure. The committee also adopted an updated Code of Conduct for Council Members and Local Boards. Additionally, the CAO was appointed as an alternate delegate to the Municipal Innovation Council.

• Appointed CAO as alternate delegate on the Municipal Innovation Council (Carried)
• Denied motion to defer Standing Committee Structure Review to January 2024 (Defeated)
• Directed staff to recommend Procedural By-law amendments to replace the standing committee structure (Carried)
• Approved introduction of a by-law to adopt the updated Code of Conduct for Council Members and Local Boards (Carried)

Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management

The Long-Term Care Homes Committee of Management is meeting to review a lease agreement for the Wiarton & District Cooperative Nursery School and receive a quarterly update on long-term care operations. The agenda includes action on the lease and an information report covering October through December 2022.

• Wiarton & District Cooperative Nursery School lease agreement
• Long Term Care Update Report for October, November, December 2022

The Long Term Care Homes Committee of Management approved a lease agreement with the Wiarton & District Cooperative Nursery School. The committee also received a Long Term Care update report for October, November, and December.

• Approved lease agreement between the County of Bruce and Wiarton and District Cooperative Nursery School (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the January 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Corporate Services Committee

The Corporate Services Committee will consider writing off a $35,000 accounts receivable balance tied to a 2020 hydrogen infrastructure project that did not proceed. Members will also receive information reports on the 2021 financial indicators, the 2023 insurance program, property assessment changes, and the preliminary 2023-2027 budget. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss physical security, insurance liabilities, and closed minutes.

• Write-off of $35,000 accounts receivable for phase 2 of Foundational Hydrogen Infrastructure Initiative (CS-2023-001)
• Financial Indicator Review for 2021 (CS-2023-004)
• 2023 Insurance Program report (CS-2023-003)
• 2023 Property Assessment Change and Notional Tax Rate (CS-2023-005)
• 2023-2027 Budget Preliminary Report (CS-2023-007)

The Committee directed the Director of Corporate Services to write off $35,000 in outstanding accounts receivable from a 2020 hydrogen infrastructure project. Several financial and budget reports were received for information. The Committee also approved closed minutes from March 3, 2022.

• Approved write-off of $35,000 for phase 2 of the Foundational Hydrogen Infrastructure Initiative (Carried)
• Approved closed minutes from March 3, 2022 (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the January 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Bruce County Council

Bruce County Council is meeting to handle routine business, including confirming minutes, receiving a delegation from the Medical Officer of Health, and considering appointments and by-laws. The main substantive item is a recommendation to submit three names for appointment to the Niagara Escarpment Commission.

• Recommendation to nominate Caleb Hull, Laurie Golden, and Rod Anderson to the Niagara Escarpment Commission
• By-law 2023-001: Agreement with Community Connection for services
• By-law 2023-002: Temporary borrowing for 2023 current expenditures
• By-law 2023-003: Confirmatory by-law for January 12, 2023 proceedings
• Delegation from Dr. Arra, Medical Officer of Health, on Board of Health orientation

Bruce County Council approved three by-laws, including a service agreement with Community Connection and authorization for temporary borrowing for 2023 expenditures. Council also submitted three names for appointment to the Niagara Escarpment Commission.

• Submitted Caleb Hull, Laurie Golden, and Rod Anderson for appointment to the Niagara Escarpment Commission (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-001 to authorize a service agreement with Community Connection (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-002 to authorize temporary borrowing for 2023 expenditures (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-003 to confirm proceedings of the January 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of the December 1, 2022 Council Session (Carried)
• Approved minutes for various committee meetings held December 1 and December 15, 2022 (Carried)

Museum Committee

The Bruce County Museum Committee is meeting to consider approving revisions to its Physical Plant Policy, as outlined in a staff report. The committee will also receive several informational reports covering archives, marketing, revenue development, education and outreach, and programming for January 2023. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only action item being the policy approval.

• Recommendation to approve revisions to the Physical Plant Policy
• Archives Report, January 2023
• Marketing Report, January 2023
• Revenue Development Report, January 2023
• Education and Outreach Report, January 2023

The Museum Committee approved revisions to the Physical Plant Policy. The committee also received several monthly reports for information.

• Approved revisions for the Physical Plant Policy (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the January 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Paramedic Services

The Paramedic Services Committee is meeting to consider renewing the lease for the Saugeen Shores Ambulance Station in Port Elgin. The only action item is a recommendation to authorize a lease agreement with Joanne Weishuhn-Lee and allow minor changes. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Port Elgin Lease Agreement Renewal 2023
• Recommendation to authorize lease with Joanne Weishuhn-Lee
• Authorization for Chief of Paramedic Services to complete lease extension

The Paramedic Services Committee approved the introduction of a by-law to renew the lease agreement for the Saugeen Shores Ambulance Station. Staff were also authorized to implement all resolutions passed during the meeting.

• Approved introducing a by-law to execute a lease agreement for the Saugeen Shores Ambulance Station with Joanne Weishuhn-Lee (Carried)
• Authorized Chief of Paramedic Services and/or Director of Corporate Services to make minor changes to the lease extension (Carried)
• Authorized staff to give effect to all resolutions passed during the January 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)