Elliot Lake public meetings in 2023
84 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council - Special
The Elliot Lake City Council meeting includes a report regarding the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. This item may be discussed in closed session to protect personal information under the Municipal Act. The agenda also includes a confirmatory by-law for the proceedings of this meeting.
- Recruitment of Chief Administrative Officer
- By-Law 23-115 (Confirmatory By-Law)
Council - Special
The City Council is reviewing the adoption of 2024 user fees for various municipal services. The meeting also includes discussions regarding wood structure repairs at the Centennial Arena and physician recruitment efforts.
- Adoption of 2024 User Fees via By-Law 23-113
- Centennial Arena targeted wood structure repairs
- Physician recruitment efforts
- Review of Legal and Integrity Commissioner fees
Finance and Administration Committee
The committee will review proposed 2024 user fees for municipal services such as recreation, fire, and library programs. Members will also examine the November 2023 unaudited financial statement of position. A presentation on procurement policy training is also scheduled.
- Review of 2024 user fees for departments including recreation, cemetery, animal services, and fire
- Presentation regarding procurement policy education and training
- Examination of November 2023 unaudited financial statements
Age Friendly Advisory Committee - Special
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COUNCIL
The Council will review a final presentation of the Strategic Plan. Discussion includes several land acquisition and sale updates, as well as an operational plan for a cultural facility at 40 Hillside Drive North.
- Strategic Plan final presentation by Tim Dobbie Consulting Ltd.
- Proposed purchase of 255 Highway 108
- Update on property acquisition on Fox Drive
- Update on sale of lands on Oakland Blvd
- Proposal for electric vehicle charging stations at 40 Hillside Drive North with a $29,000 budget upside
Economic Development Standing Committee
The committee will consider several corporate reports including winter outdoor ice rinks and electric vehicle charging. The meeting also includes a memo regarding economic development department activity.
- Report on 2024 Winter Outdoor Ice Rinks
- Application to the ChargeON EV Charging Grant
- Memo regarding Economic Development Department Activity
Police Services Board
The Police Services Board will review monthly correspondence from the OPP covering July through October 2023. The board will also receive a response letter regarding 911 answering times.
- OPP Monthly Reports for July, August, September, and October 2023
- 911 Answering Time response letter from Scott Hlady
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee will review reports regarding the 2024 YMCA Summer Day Camp and a facility operating plan for 40 Hillside Drive North. The meeting also includes presentations on a performing arts centre and a naming contest for the Downtown Arts Centre.
- YMCA of Northeastern Ontario Summer Day Camp presentation
- ARIEL presentation on developing a Performing Arts Centre in the Elliot Lake United Church Building
- Report on 2024 YMCA Summer Day Camp
- 40 Hillside Drive North Facility Operating Plan
- Downtown Arts Centre Naming Contest memo
COUNCIL
The Elliot Lake City Council will review tender results for the Hillside Drive reconstruction project and a service agreement for arena inspections. The agenda also includes tax sale updates for Hergott Avenue and Forest Place. Additionally, council will consider a temporary road closure on Ontario Avenue for the Santa Claus Parade.
- Hillside Drive Reconstruction tender results
- Service agreement with WRD for Arena Inspection and Winter Shoring Design
- Tax sale by public tender for 33 Hergott Avenue
- Tax sale by public tender for 19 Forest Place
- Temporary road closure on Ontario Avenue for the Santa Claus Parade
Council - Special
The City Council is reviewing a proposed lease of municipal property to the Mt. Dufour Ski Area along with an operating Memorandum of Understanding. The agenda also includes a report on structure mitigation efforts at Centennial Arena.
- By-Law 23-106: Lease agreement for lands with Mt. Dufour Ski Area
- By-Law 23-107: Memorandum of Understanding for the operation of the Ski Hill
- Report on Centennial Arena wood structure shoring and canvas efforts
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2023 Accessibility Compliance Report and a specialized transit audit. Discussions include a proposed ramp at Rexall Parking Area and a crosswalk at Elizabeth Walk. The agenda also includes reviews of accessibility policies and secondary suites proposals.
- Woodlands Cemetery accessibility audit
- Ramp from Rexall Parking Area to Lower Parking Area
- Crosswalk at Top of Elizabeth Walk
- Accessible Secondary Suites Proposal
- 2023 Accessibility Compliance Report
Age Friendly Advisory Committee
The committee will review several member reports regarding local programming and facilities. Discussions include updates on the library, a permanent outdoor rink, city events, and Collins Hall programming.
- Library report by Caily Robinson
- Library Programs report by Laurel Gunning
- Permanent Outdoor Rink report by Caily Robinson
- Upcoming City Events report by Caily Robinson
- Collins Hall Programming report by Caily Robinson
COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing by-laws to amend animal control fees and authorize a contract with Science North for Winterfest 2024. The agenda also includes a proposed lease agreement for lands adjacent to 83 St. Laurent Place.
- Lease agreement for lands adjacent to 83 St. Laurent Place
- Amendment to Animal Control fees in By-Law No. 22-100
- Contract with Science North for the 2024 Winterfest program
- D4 Landfill Study at Pearson Rd and Esten Road N
Economic Development Standing Committee
The committee will review monthly department activity and a study regarding the D4 Landfill area. Discussions may include potential municipal land acquisitions or dispositions at All Nations Terrace, McLaren, Ste. Camillus, and Taylor.
- D4 Study at Pearson Rd and Esten Road N.
- Property at 1-88 All Nations Terrace
- Properties on McLaren, Ste. Camillus and Taylor
By-Law and Planning Committee
The By-Law and Planning Committee is reviewing several corporate reports. Discussions include proposed amendments to animal control fees and a map for Off-Road Vehicle restricted areas.
- Amendment to By-Law No. 22-100 regarding Animal Control Schedule E Fees
- ORV By-Law 23-56 Schedule 'A' Restricted Areas Map
- Information report on a draft Vacant Buildings By-Law
- Department Quarterly Update as of September 30, 2023
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The committee will receive a presentation regarding the status of the arena structure from engineers at Wood Research and Development. The agenda also includes a November department update and a report on the 2024 Winterfest Science North Outreach Program.
- Update on the current status of the arena structure
- November Department Update from the Director of Recreation and Culture
- 2024 Winterfest Science North Outreach Program report
COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing several by-laws including a 2024 interim tax levy and a data sharing agreement with MPAC. The agenda also includes a presentation of the final draft Strategic Plan and an agreement for a side-by-side vehicle purchase.
- By-Law 23-97: Service agreement with Wood Research and Development (Canada) Ltd.
- By-Law 23-98: Data Sharing and Services Agreement with MPAC
- By-Law 23-99: 2024 Interim Tax Levy By-Law
- By-Law 23-100: Agreement with Elliot Lake Equipment for a side-by-side purchase
- Presentation of Final Draft Strategic Plan by Tim Dobbie Consulting Ltd.
Finance and Administration Committee
The committee will review several corporate reports from the Director of Finance/Treasurer. These include discussions on the 2024 interim tax levy, visa activity, and a data sharing agreement with MPAC.
- 2024 Interim Tax Levy
- 2023 Data Sharing and Services Agreement (DSSA) with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
- 2023 Visa Activity (January through August)
- 2022 Visa Activity
- September 2023 Unaudited Statement of Financial Position
COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing by-laws to authorize land leases with Hydro One Networks Inc. and an access agreement with Serpent River First Nation. The meeting also includes reports regarding community event supports and potential property disposition at 80 Dieppe Ave.
- By-Law 23-94: Hydro One Networks Inc. lease agreement
- By-Law 23-95: Serpent River First Nation access agreement
- Lease renewal for lands adjacent to 83 St. Laurent Place
- Access agreement for former MNR property on HWY 108
- Expression of Interest for 80 Dieppe Ave
Council - Special
The Council is reviewing several agreements for gravel, winter sand, and electrical work. Additionally, the meeting includes a report regarding wood structure mitigation efforts at the Centennial Arena.
- Agreement with Wendell Farquhar Trucking for Granular A and B Gravel (By-Law 23-90)
- Agreement with Wendell Farquhar Trucking for Winter Sand (By-Law 23-91)
- Agreement with Blanchette Electrical for Lakeview Road Lift Station (By-Law 23-92)
- Centennial Arena wood structure mitigation efforts and inspections
Economic Development Standing Committee
The Economic Development Standing Committee will review a monthly activity report and department update from the Manager of Economic Development. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from the June 6, 2023, meeting.
- Monthly Department Activity report and update
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee is reviewing several seasonal event reports. Discussions include planning for the 2024 Ice Fishing Derby, Winterfest, and Street Dance, as well as museum trivia night fundraisers.
- Annual Berghammer Community Christmas Dinner venue request
- 70th Anniversary Working Group memo
- 2024 Ice Fishing Derby report
- Winterfest 2024 report
- 2024 Street Dance budget and artist options
By-Law and Planning Committee
The committee will review a departmental update from the Director of Clerks and Planning Services. The agenda also includes consideration of lease renewals for lands near 83 St. Laurent Place and a CIBC sidewalk access ramp at 37 Elizabeth Square.
- Lease agreement renewal for lands adjacent to 83 St. Laurent Place
- CIBC sidewalk lease for an access ramp at 37 Elizabeth Square
- Departmental update from the Director of Clerks and Planning Services
- Adoption of June 5, 2023, meeting minutes
Elliot Lake Museum Advisory Board
The Elliot Lake Museum Advisory Board will review reports from the Museum Curator. These include a memo regarding the 70th Anniversary Celebration and a Q3 2023 quarterly review. The board will also review minutes from the May 30, 2023 meeting.
- Memo regarding 70th Anniversary Celebration
- Q3 2023 Quarterly Review report
- Review of May 30, 2023 meeting minutes
COUNCIL
The council will review financial statements and NOHFC applications for the Downtown Arts Centre and Municipal Pool. Agenda items also include property acquisitions on Oakland Boulevard and Hillside Drive North. Additionally, the council will address a petition requesting a town hall meeting regarding public infrastructure.
- Award tender for Highway 108 North Water and Sewer Project
- Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Holy Trinity United Church property
- NOHFC application for the Downtown Arts Centre
- NOHFC Phase 2 application for Municipal Pool mechanical updates
- Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 40 Hillside Drive North
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee will review reports from the Acting Director of Public Works. Discussions include fleet telematics and capital leasing for the light duty fleet.
- Report on Fleet Telematics
- Report on Capital Leasing for Light Duty Fleet
COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing several contract extensions for transit services. The agenda also includes updates on an arena inspection, a phase two environmental study at 80 Dieppe Avenue, and the 2023 Santa Claus Parade.
- By-Law 23-82: Extension agreement with Huron Lodge for Specialized Transit
- By-Law 23-85: Extension agreement with AJ Bus Lines Ltd. for Conventional Transit Services
- Phase 2 Environmental Study report for 80 Dieppe Avenue
- Arena Inspection Update memo
- 2023 Santa Claus Parade report
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The committee will consider several reports regarding local recreation and culture facilities. Discussions include updates on the Westview Park Pavilion, Downtown Arts Centre operations, and the Reuben Yli-Juuti Centre pool project. The agenda also includes the 2024 events schedule and a report on the 2023 Santa Claus Parade.
- Westview Park Pavilion memo
- Downtown Arts Centre operations report
- 2024 events schedule memo
- 2023 Santa Claus Parade report
- Reuben Yli-Juuti Centre pool project update
Police Services Board
The Police Services Board is reviewing correspondence consisting of OPP monthly and ICON reports. These documents cover the months of April, May, and June 2023.
- OPP Monthly Reports for April, May, and June 2023
- OPP ICON Reports for April, May, and June 2023
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee will consider several corporate reports regarding accessibility audits for specialized transportation and the Nordic Trail. Members will also review accessibility plans for the Downtown Arts Centre and Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatic Centre. Additionally, a proposal for accessible secondary suites will be presented.
- Specialized Transportation AODA Audit Summary and 2023 Compliance Report
- Downtown Arts Centre and Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatic Centre accessibility plans
- Nordic Trail Accessibility Audit
- Winterfest and Annual Ice Fishing Derby accessibility memo
- Accessible Secondary Suites Proposal
The committee received several corporate memos regarding event, facility, and trail accessibility. A proposal for accessible secondary suites was received and scheduled for further review at the next meeting.
- Adopted May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
- Received memo regarding Winterfest and Annual Ice Fishing Derby (Carried)
- Received memo regarding Downtown Arts Centre and Pool Accessibility (Carried)
- Received memo regarding Specialized Transportation AODA Audit Summary and 2023 Accessibility Compliance Report (Carried)
- Received memo regarding Accessibility Policies (Carried)
- Received memo regarding Nordic Trail Accessibility Audit (Carried)
- Received Accessible Secondary Suites Proposal and scheduled further review for next meeting (Carried)
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council will consider several items including land sales on Dieppe Ave., Timber Road, and Oakland Blvd., an amended arena use agreement with the Elliot Lake Vikings, a contract extension for specialized transit services, and Ontario Ave. sewer repairs. The meeting also includes a report on Mt. Dufour financials, a deputy clerk appointment, and a Freedom of Information request. Some items may be discussed in closed session.
- Sale of lands on Dieppe Ave. (closed session possible)
- Amended Centennial Arena Facility Use Agreement with the Elliot Lake Vikings
- Extension of RFP 2016-01 for Specialized Transit Services
- Ontario Ave. sewer repairs
- Land sale on Oakland Blvd.
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to discuss several land transactions, including acquisition on Hillside Drive and sale of lots on Oakland Boulevard. They will also review change orders for the Downtown Arts Centre project, receive a presentation from Algoma Public Health, and discuss physician recruitment efforts, some of which may be held in closed session.
- Land acquisition on Hillside Drive
- Sale of lands on Oakland Blvd
- Downtown Arts Centre Project Change Orders
- Resolution of Support for Fox Drive Servicing Project (NOHFC funding)
- By-laws to authorize agreements of purchase and sale with Don Isenor and 2383955 Ontario Inc.
Council - Special
At this special meeting, Elliot Lake City Council will consider reports and by-laws to authorize contracts for pool upgrades at the Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatic Centre and resurfacing of Scott Road, including the landfill access road. Council will also discuss replacing the main server and may enter closed session. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and confirmatory by-law.
- By-Law 23-70: Agreement with Quinan Construction Limited for pool upgrades at Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatic Centre
- By-Law 23-71: Agreement with Beamish Construction Limited for resurfacing Scott Road for Landfill Access Road
- By-Law 23-72: Agreement with Beamish Construction Limited for resurfacing Scott Road
- Report on tender results and contract for Ruben Yli-Juuti Centre pool repair
- Report on tender results and contract for Scott Road resurfacing (Contract RDS 23-03)
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is deciding on a Memorandum of Understanding with the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario for a summer day camp at Collins Hall, and a contract with EXP Services Inc. for a transit review study. Council will also receive an update from Denison Mines and discuss physician recruitment efforts, which may go into closed session. The agenda includes several procedural items such as adoption of previous minutes and committee reports.
- By-Law 23-67: Authorize MOU with YMCA of Northeastern Ontario for summer day camp at Collins Hall
- By-Law 23-68: Authorize agreement with EXP Services Inc. for Transit Review Study
- Denison Mines presentation: 2023 site update to City Council
- Physician recruitment efforts (may be discussed in closed session per Municipal Act)
- Mississagi Park Foundation appointment
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a zoning by-law amendment for 72 Frobel Drive and a contract extension for landfill operations with Beamish Construction Inc. The agenda also includes several items that may be discussed in closed session, such as land disposition on Oakland Boulevard and personal matters.
- Zoning by-law amendment to rezone 72 Frobel Drive to Residential Multiple Dwelling Special Exception 3 (R2M-3) zone
- By-law to authorize an agreement with Beamish Construction Inc. for extension of landfill site operations
- By-law to authorize an agreement of purchase and sale between the City and Blanchette Electric Inc.
- By-law to authorize an agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP)
- Environmental study and potential sale of lands on Oakland Boulevard (discussed in closed session)
Public Meeting
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Council - Special
Elliot Lake City Council holds a special meeting to consider amendments to the Open Air Burning By-law 20-29 and to pass the 2023 Tax Rate By-law. The agenda also includes a strategic plan training session.
- Amendments to Open Air Burning By-law 20-29 (By-law 23-51)
- 2023 Tax Rate By-law to levy and collect property taxes (By-law 23-52)
- Strategic Plan Training Session with presenter Tim Dobbie
Council - Special
This is a special meeting of Elliot Lake City Council. The main item is a presentation on property tax overview, system concepts, and municipal tax policy, which may be held in closed session as a training session for council members. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Property Tax Overview System, Concepts & Municipal Tax Policy presentation by Peter Frise
- Possible closed session under Section 239(3.1.1) of the Municipal Act for council training
COUNCIL
Council will consider setting the 2023 property tax rates and levies, and vote on several new bylaws including ones for mobile vendors, off-road vehicles, and exotic pets. They will also decide on contracts for dust abatement and line painting, and discuss a proposed asset renaming and a pool tender update.
- 2023 Property Tax Policy, Rates and Levy report
- By-Law 23-53: Mobile Vendor and Peddlers By-Law
- By-Law 23-56: Off Roads Vehicle (ORV) By-Law
- By-Law 23-57: Exotic Pets By-Law
- By-Law 23-55: Agreement with Pollard Distribution Inc. for Calcium Chloride Application
Economic Development Standing Committee
The Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to consider several memos from the Manager of Economic Development, including items on tourism marketing, branded merchandise, a summer shop local campaign, business retention survey results, a town hall event, promotional videos, a community improvement plan update, and a community profile. The committee will also discuss a change of use for lands at Esten Drive North and may enter closed session to discuss the appraisal of commercial and multi-unit residential lots.
- Memo re: Tourism Marketing Piece
- Memo re: Elliot Lake Branded Merchandise
- Memo re: Summer Shop Local campaign
- Report re: Change of use for lands at Esten Drive North
- Closed session discussion re: Appraisal of commercial and multi-unit residential lots
By-Law and Planning Committee
The By-Law & Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially advance several new or updated by-laws. Items include a presentation on parking meters, an update to the mobile vendor and peddlers by-law, a new off-road vehicle by-law, a by-law to regulate exotic pets, and a garbage by-law update. The committee will also consider a zoning by-law amendment for 72 Frobel Drive.
- Presentation from MacKay Meters on parking meters, focusing on Ontario Avenue
- Proposed update to the Mobile Vendor and Peddlers By-law
- New Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) By-law 23-XX
- New By-law 23-XX to prohibit and regulate exotic pets
- Application for Zoning By-law Amendment at 72 Frobel Drive
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee will consider entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Poutine Feast Ontario Inc. and a request from Gentle Shepherd Church to host the 2023 Soapbox Derby. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
- Report from Director of Recreation and Culture re: MOU with Poutine Feast Ontario Inc.
- Correspondence from Gentle Shepherd Church re: hosting the 2023 Soapbox Derby
- Approval of minutes from April 3, 2023 regular meeting
Police Services Board
The Elliot Lake Police Services Board is meeting to review OPP monthly reports for February and March 2023, approve previous meeting minutes, and hear a guest presentation on Mobile Crisis Response Team programming. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- OPP Monthly Report for February and March 2023
- Mobile Crisis Response Team Programming presentation by Ms. Dupuis, OPP Community Safety Services
- Minutes of April 4, 2023 meeting for approval
Elliot Lake Museum Advisory Board
The Elliot Lake Museum Advisory Board will discuss a revised board structure and mandate, based on a memo from the Museum Curator and a draft terms of reference. The board will also review a quarterly report for the first two quarters of 2023. Other agenda items include appointing a chair, approving previous minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.
- Consideration of a memo from the Museum Curator on revised board structure and mandate
- Review of a draft terms of reference for the Elliot Lake Museum
- Quarterly review report for Q1 and Q2 2023 from the Museum Curator
- Appointment of the Elliot Lake Museum Chair
- Approval of minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting
Council - Special
This special meeting includes a strategic planning session and a report from Tim Dobbie Consulting Ltd. regarding recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer, which may be discussed in closed session under the Municipal Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Strategic Planning Session facilitated by Tim Dobbie Consulting Ltd.
- Report from Tim Dobbie Consulting Ltd. re: Recruitment of Chief Administrative Officer
- Possible closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act for personal matters about identifiable individuals
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a by-law to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with the Elliot Lake XC Ski & Bike Club for maintenance of the Intercity Trails, and a by-law to authorize a crack sealing agreement with Northern Contracting and Maintenance (Sault) Ltd. for 2023. Several items are scheduled for closed session, including discussions on a Freedom of Information request, recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer, potential land acquisition, ongoing litigation, and a city-wide software solution. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of previous minutes and a public input session.
- By-law 23-46: Authorize MOU with Elliot Lake XC Ski & Bike Club for Intercity Trails maintenance and operation
- By-law 23-47: Authorize crack sealing agreement with Northern Contracting and Maintenance (Sault) Ltd. for 2023
- Closed session: Contracting an executive recruitment firm for CAO recruitment
- Closed session: Potential acquisition of property by the municipality
- Report: Facilities Security System Retrofit from Acting Director of Public Works
Age Friendly Advisory Committee
The Age Friendly Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a chair, review its 2022-2026 mandate, and set quarterly meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or financial items listed.
- Appointment of the Age Friendly Advisory Committee Chair
- Review of the Age Friendly Committee Mandate 2022-2026
- Discussion of quarterly meeting frequency dates and times
- Committee resource planning review
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a chair, review its mandate and terms of reference, and discuss meeting frequency for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed.
- Appointment of Accessibility Advisory Committee Chair
- Review of committee mandate and terms of reference (2022-2026)
- Discussion of quarterly meeting frequency dates and times
- Review of last term items via committee profile update memo
Public Services Committee
The committee will review several corporate reports from the Acting Director of Public Works. Discussions include updates on service line warranties, energy projects, dust abatement, and a post-season report on winter maintenance.
- Presentation by Mr. Blanchette regarding Transportation Services Policy - Winter Operations
- Service Line Warranties of Canada (SLWC) update presentation
- ESCO Project Update
- Gravel Road Dust Abatement 2023 report
- Post Season Report on Winter Maintenance 2023
Council - Special
This is a special meeting of Elliot Lake City Council. The main item is a strategic plan training session for council members, which may be held in closed session under the Municipal Act. No other substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Strategic Plan Training Session presented by Tim Dobbie, possibly in closed session
COUNCIL
Council will consider approving the 2023 operating and capital budgets, forwarded from the Ad Hoc Budget Committee. Several other items include a lease agreement for a portion of 22 Philip Walk, a trails MOU with the Elliot Lake XC Ski & Bike Club, and a temporary road closure for a fun run. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on a festival contract and a fire department by-law.
- 2023 Operating Budget and 2023 Capital Budget for Council approval
- Lease of municipal property at 22 Philip Walk to Clean Break Bar
- Proposed Intercity Trails MOU with Elliot Lake XC Ski & Bike Club
- Temporary closure of Milliken Mine Road on July 2, 2023 for Uranium Heritage Days Fun Run
- Crack sealing tender award
Council - Special
This is a special meeting of Elliot Lake City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main item being a strategic plan training session for council members, which may be held in closed session.
- Strategic Plan Training Session presented by Mr. Tim Dobbie, possibly in closed session
Ad Hoc Budget Committee
The Ad Hoc Budget Committee is meeting to consider the 2023 Capital Budget and Reserves Expenditures, as well as the estimated opening balance of reserves. The agenda includes public input, adoption of previous minutes, and reports from the Director of Finance & Treasurer. No decisions are listed on the agenda itself; items are for consideration and discussion.
- Report from Director of Finance & Treasurer re: 2023 Capital Budget & Reserves Expenditures
- Memo re: 2023 Estimated Opening Balance of Reserves
- Adoption of minutes from April 4, 2023 meeting
- Public input session and public presentations
Public Meeting
This meeting agenda for the Elliot Lake Public Meeting on 2023-04-24 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The text is entirely made up of system-generated placeholders and interface labels, with no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed.
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider several items, including zoning by-law amendments for 20 Lisbon Road and 33 Oakland Boulevard, adoption of a Working Alone Policy, and delegation of authority for tax arrears extension agreements. The council will also discuss a memorial asset renaming and committee appointments, the latter potentially in closed session.
- Rezone 20 Lisbon Road to C2-9 (By-Law 23-33) and adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 2 (By-Law 23-34)
- Rezone 33 Oakland Boulevard to C2-10 (By-Law 23-35)
- Adopt Working Alone Policy (By-Law 23-36)
- Delegate authority to Municipal Treasurer for tax arrears extension agreements (By-Law 23-37)
- Report on 2023 Memorial Asset Renaming
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council will consider several items at this regular meeting, including a decision on a YMCA summer day camp agreement, a revision/extension of the Spine Beach cross-country ski trail MOU, and a Phase 2 environmental assessment of 80 Dieppe Ave. Council will also vote on a by-law for work order software licensing and a by-law for a MOU with the Elliot Lake XC Bike Club.
- Council to decide on entering into an agreement with YMCA for a summer day camp
- Report on recognizing the 2023 Street Dance as a municipally significant event
- Phase 2 environmental assessment of 80 Dieppe Ave, up to $26,000 plus tax
- By-law 23-30: agreement with Fieldpoint Service Applications Inc. for work order software licensing
- By-law 23-32: MOU with Elliot Lake XC Bike Club and Non-Profit Retirement Residences of Elliot Lake Inc.
Economic Development Standing Committee
The Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to discuss and consider several reports and memos from the Manager of Economic Development, including the department's direction for 2023/2024, the 2023 Komatsu Ice Fishing Derby, a Phase 2 environmental study for 80 Dieppe Ave, a Shop Local Holiday Survey, the Driftscape app launch, and April events. The meeting is a hybrid session with public input and presentations scheduled.
- Report on department direction for 2023/2024
- Memo re 2023 Komatsu Ice Fishing Derby
- Report re Phase 2 environmental study for 80 Dieppe Ave
- Memo re Shop Local Holiday Survey
- Memo re Driftscape Launch
Police Services Board
The Elliot Lake Police Services Board is meeting to review OPP monthly reports for October, November, and December 2022 and January 2023, and to swear in new board members. The agenda includes roll call, conflict of interest declarations, approval of previous meeting minutes, and correspondence. No major decisions or public presentations are listed.
- Oath and affirmation for new Police Services Board members
- Review of OPP monthly reports for October, November, December 2022 and January 2023
- Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
Ad Hoc Budget Committee
The Ad Hoc Budget Committee is meeting to consider the 2023 operating budget for council approval, including a memo on the historical levy. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and public input, but the main business is reviewing the proposed budget and related appendices.
- Consideration of 2023 Operating Budget with appendices including reserves report, Renaissance Centre request, and Stone Ridge business plan
- Memo from Director of Finance & Treasurer regarding historical levy
- Adoption of minutes from March 28, 2023 meeting
By-Law and Planning Committee
The By-Law and Planning Committee is meeting to consider several draft bylaws, including ones regulating off-road vehicles, exotic pets, and mobile vendors/peddlers. They will also set public meeting dates for two zoning amendment applications at 33 Oakland Blvd and 20 Lisbon Road. The agenda includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and a quarterly department update.
- Draft Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) By-Law 23-XX
- Draft Exotic Pets By-Law 23-XX
- Proposed Mobile Vendor and Peddlers By-law
- Setting public meeting date for zoning bylaw amendment at 33 Oakland Blvd
- Setting public meeting date for zoning and official plan amendment at 20 Lisbon Road
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee is meeting to consider a report from the Director of Recreation and Culture regarding the YMCA Summer Day Camp. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and public input. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Report from Director of Recreation and Culture on YMCA Summer Day Camp
- Approval of minutes from March 6, 2023 regular meeting
Ad Hoc Budget Committee
The Ad Hoc Budget Committee is meeting to consider the 2023 Operating Budget, including reports from the Director of Finance & Treasurer. The agenda includes public input, adoption of previous minutes, and discussion of budget-related attachments such as reserves, a Renaissance Centre request, and the Stone Ridge business plan. This is a working session focused on budget deliberation.
- 2023 Operating Budget report from Director of Finance & Treasurer
- Appendix A: 2023 Operating Budget details
- Appendix B: Reserves Report (Sept 19, 2022)
- Appendix C: Renaissance Centre Request (Feb 21, 2023)
- Appendix D: 2023 Stone Ridge Business Plan
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider a potential partnership with Furever Homes for a new facility, a Tiny Town community project, and several reports including a Panel Mine Road closure, ESCO services procurement, and a review of delegation of authority use in 2022. Several items may be discussed in closed session due to personal information or legal privilege.
- Furever Homes presentation on potential partnership for new facility
- Tiny Town Association Community Project report
- Panel Mine Road closure memo
- Procurement of ESCO services through Canoe Group Buying Program
- Fieldpoint workorder software licensing approval
Council - Special
This special council meeting includes reports and potential closed-session discussions on a 2023 street dance artist and litigation updates. Council will also consider a by-law to authorize an agreement with the federal government for the New Horizons for Seniors Program grant, and a confirmatory by-law.
- By-Law 23-26: Authorizes agreement with Minister of Employment and Social Development for New Horizons for Seniors Program Grant
- Report from Director of Recreation and Culture re: 2023 Street Dance Artist (possible closed session)
- Update from City Solicitor re: litigation updates (possible closed session)
- By-Law 23-27: Confirmatory by-law for March 22, 2023 council proceedings
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee is meeting to consider two corporate reports: a memo on the Rotary City Hall Pride Walk renewal and a report on Fieldpoint Workorder Software Licensing. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public input.
- Memo from Acting Director of Public Works re: Rotary City Hall Pride Walk Renew
- Report from Acting Director of Public Works re: Fieldpoint Workorder Software Licensing
- Minutes of February 21, 2023 regular meeting for approval
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including the 2023 water and wastewater user pay budget and rates, funding agreements for municipal transit, and a memorandum of understanding with Mount Dufour Ski Area. Council will also receive referrals from standing committees on community events and facility renovations. Some items, such as the appraisal of residential lots and a memorial wall inductee, may be discussed in closed session.
- By-Law 23-24: Adopt 2023 Water and Wastewater User Pay Budget and set water rates
- By-Law 23-21: Authorize Safe Restart Agreement Phase 4 funding for municipal transit
- By-Law 23-22: Authorize Dedicated Gas Tax funding agreement for public transportation
- By-Law 23-23: Authorize MOU with Mt. Dufour Ski Area for 2023 Hill Climb
- Referral: Arts on the Trail event with city sponsorship up to $3,000 cash plus in-kind donation of Collins Hall
Ad Hoc Budget Committee
The Ad Hoc Budget Committee is meeting to consider the 2023 User Pay Budget for water and wastewater, including draft schedules and supporting financial plans. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, public input, and adoption of previous minutes. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- 2023 User Pay Budget - Water Wastewater report from Director of Finance & Treasurer
- Schedules A-D UserPay Water Wastewater 2023 Draft Budget
- 2020 Elliot Lake Water Financial Plan (Appendix A)
- Reserves Report dated 09-19-2022 (Appendix B)
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee is meeting to consider several reports, including a proposed date change for a museum trivia night, a memorial wall inductee proposal (which may go to closed session), the 2023 Arts on the Trail event, and the Kiwanis Skate Park and Tennis Courts. The committee will also receive a verbal update on ongoing research regarding the 2023 Drag Races. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and public input.
- Memo from Museum Curator re Trivia Night Date Change
- Report re Memorial Wall Inductee Proposal for 2023 (possible closed session)
- Report re 2023 Arts on the Trail Event
- Report re Kiwanis Skate Park and Tennis Courts
- Verbal update re 2023 Drag Races
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to review staff reports and referrals from the Public Services Committee, including water and wastewater annual reports, an energy retrofit project, and a proposed Hydro One agreement for Fox Drive Phase 3. Several items, such as physician recruitment and land acquisition, may be discussed in closed session. The agenda also includes updates on the Rubin Yli-Juuti Centre, summer day camp, and drag races.
- By-Law 23-19: Agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for Multi-Service Connection at Fox Drive Phase 3
- Referral: ESCO Facility Retrofit Project - staff directed to prepare RFP for energy service company consulting
- Referral: Drinking Water Quality Management Standard report
- Referral: 2022 Water Summary Report and Drinking Water Inspection Report
- Referral: 2022 Wastewater Treatment Plant Annual Performance Report
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee is meeting to review annual reports on drinking water quality, water treatment, and wastewater treatment, as well as a memo on proposed capital projects for 2023. They will also discuss the ESCO Facility Retrofit Project. The meeting includes standard procedural items like minutes, public input, and roll call.
- Drinking Water Quality Management Standard report and 2022 management review
- 2022 water summary report and inspection report for Elliot Lake Water Treatment Plant
- 2022 annual performance report for Elliot Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Proposed Capital Projects 2023 memo from Acting Director of Public Works
- ESCO Facility Retrofit Project report and council presentation
Ad Hoc Budget Committee
The Ad Hoc Budget Committee is meeting to consider a report from the Director of Finance/Treasurer regarding the 2023 wages budget. This item may be discussed in closed session due to personal information and labour relations. The committee will also adopt minutes from its May 16, 2022 meeting.
- 2023 wages budget report from Director of Finance/Treasurer
- Adoption of May 16, 2022 minutes
- Public input session
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider several by-laws and reports, including new 2023 user fees, a cannabis regulation by-law, a noise by-law amendment, and a memorandum of understanding with Redline Outdoors. Council will also hear an annual presentation from Rio Algom/BHP and receive referrals from standing committees on items like airport hangar leases and a fishing promotion campaign.
- By-Law 23-11 establishes 2023 user fees for municipal services, repealing By-Law 22-19
- By-Law 23-10 regulates personal recreational cannabis use and cultivation
- By-Law 23-15 amends the noise by-law (21-48) to change 'unreasonable and persistent' to 'unreasonable or persistent' and remove Section 3.8
- By-Law 23-16 authorizes a memorandum of understanding with Redline Outdoors – Canada Safety Council
- Approval sought for a fishing promotion campaign with Ashley Rae/She Loves to Fish, up to $12,924 plus taxes
Economic Development Standing Committee
The Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to consider several reports, including a proposed land acquisition on Hillside Drive South that may be discussed in closed session, a 2023 promotional fishing campaign, updates on Phase 2 environmental assessments for properties at 80 Dieppe and Pearson and Esten Dives, and a fishing derby update. The meeting also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and public input.
- Proposed acquisition of lands on Hillside Drive South (possible closed session)
- 2023 Promotional Fishing Campaign report
- Update on Phase 2 assessments on 80 Dieppe and Pearson and Esten Dives
- Fishing Derby Update memo
- Minutes of January 4, 2023 regular meeting
Council - Special
This special meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being updates from the city solicitor on two legal matters, both of which may be discussed in closed session due to solicitor-client privilege and litigation. The council will also consider a confirmatory by-law to approve the meeting's proceedings.
- Update from City Solicitor re: Superior Court of Justice Decision - C. Patrie
- Update from City Solicitor re: City of Elliot Lake ats Pearce, E4m Settlement Conference
- By-Law 23-14 - Confirmatory By-Law for February 7, 2023
By-Law and Planning Committee
The By-Law and Planning Committee will consider reports on renewing airport hangar leases, amending the noise by-law, and a 2023 by-law modernization project. The meeting includes routine items like adopting previous minutes and public input.
- Airport hangar lease agreement renewals and new lease template
- Amendment to the noise by-law, revising by-law 21-48 and repealing 96-66 C
- 2023 by-law modernization project workplan
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee is meeting to discuss several reports, including a museum trivia night fundraiser, an update on repairs to the Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatics Centre, and a 2023 Street Dance update. They will also consider updates to museum policies and the strategic plan.
- Report from Museum Curator re Trivia Night Fundraiser with budget for Nov 4 and Dec 2
- Memo from Acting Director of Public Works re Ruben Yli-Juuti Aquatics Centre Repair Update
- Memo from Director of Recreation and Culture re Street Dance 2023 Update
- Report from Museum Curator re Update to Policies and Strategic Plan (ELM Strategic Plan 2023-2024, ELM Standards and Policies)
Council - Special
The City Council is reviewing an Asset Management Plan and Policy. The meeting also includes discussions on healthcare recruitment, a property purchase agreement at 151 Ontario Avenue, and land proposals for 255 Hwy 108.
- Agreement with Infrastructure Solutions for Asset Management Plan and Policy
- Update on Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 151 Ontario Avenue
- Update on proposals for 255 Hwy 108
- Discussion of Management Organizational Chart and Salary Grid
- Discussion of HealthCare Recruitment and Retention Efforts
Finance and Administration Committee
The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review November 2022 financial statements, Visa activity, and a draft 2023 user fees by-law. They will also discuss advisory committee structure and may enter closed session for a management by-law and org chart review related to labour relations.
- Review of November 2022 unaudited statement of financial position and financial statements
- Review of November 2022 Visa activity
- Draft 2023 user fees by-law with multiple schedules
- Discussion of advisory committees and boards structure
- Closed session possible on management by-law and org chart review (labour relations)
Public Services Committee
The Public Services Committee is meeting to consider two reports from the Acting Director of Public Works: one on the ESCO Facility Retrofit Project and one on the Hillside Drive North Capital Roads Project budget update. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, public input, and correspondence. No decisions are listed on the agenda itself.
- Report on ESCO Facility Retrofit Project
- Hillside Drive North Capital Roads Project budget update
- Tullock Correspondence attached to roads report
- Sanitary Overall Review document attached
- Minutes of December 19, 2022 regular meeting
Council - Special
The City Council is reviewing several by-laws, including an agreement for the Downtown Arts Centre. The agenda also includes reports regarding land disposition at 255 Highway 108 and a Superior Court of Justice decision.
- By-Law 23-07: Agreement with Quinan Construction Limited for the construction of the Downtown Arts Centre
- By-Law 23-08: Memorandum of Understanding with Elliot Lake XC Bike Club and Non-Profit Retirement Residences of Elliot Lake Inc.
- Economic Development update regarding proposals for 255 Highway 108
- City Solicitor update regarding Superior Court of Justice Decision - C. Patrie
COUNCIL
Elliot Lake City Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including the tender results for the Downtown Arts Centre, a draft Municipal Enforcement Policy, a Lottery Licensing By-Law, and a banking services agreement with RBC. Council will also receive recommendations on the 2023 Street Dance and Winterfest events, and may discuss property matters in closed session.
- Tender results for Downtown Arts Centre (item 10.1.1)
- By-Law 23-01: Lottery Licensing By-Law, repealing 92-98
- By-Law 23-02: Adopt a Municipal Enforcement Policy
- By-Law 23-03: Banking services agreement with RBC (2023-2026)
- By-Law 23-04: Lease for tourism billboard sign with Murl Morgan Jr. on Hwy 17E
Economic Development Standing Committee
The Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to consider reports on the 2023 Residential and Commercial Land Profiles, and a memorandum regarding a snowmobile staging area land-use memorandum of understanding. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and public input.
- 2023 Residential Land Profile report
- 2023 Commercial Land Profile report
- Snowmobile Staging Area MOU for Land Use
Recreation and Culture Standing Committee
The Recreation and Culture Standing Committee is meeting to consider several reports, including options for the 2023 Street Dance and Winterfest, a proposed MOU with the Cross Country Ski and Bike Club for the Spine Beach XC ski trail, and updates to the Elliot Lake Museum's policies and strategic plan. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the 2022 Civic Awards and Volunteer Dinner.
- 2023 Street Dance options and budget
- Winterfest 2023 options
- MOU with Cross Country Ski and Bike Club for Spine Beach XC ski trail
- Museum policies and strategic plan update
- 2022 Civic Awards and Volunteer Dinner
By-Law and Planning Committee
The By-Law and Planning Committee is meeting to consider three reports from the Director of Clerks and Planning Services: a year-end department report, a draft Municipal Enforcement Policy, and a draft Lottery Licensing By-law. The committee will also adopt minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting. No decisions are final until ratified by the full council.
- 2022 Year-End Report for Clerks Planning Services
- Draft Municipal Enforcement Policy
- Draft Lottery Licensing By-law
- Adoption of November 7, 2022 minutes