Georgina public meetings in 2024

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will adopt the November 21, 2024 minutes and review the November 2024 financial statement. Board members will receive updates on the branch report, work plan, media scan, and verbal communications from the CEO and Board Chair. New business includes discussion of the GPL Strategic Plan Goals Draft Report and the 2023 Year‑in‑Review document. No petitions, delegations, or other business are scheduled.

• Adopt minutes from November 21, 2024
• Review November 2024 financial statement
• Discuss GPL Strategic Plan Goals Draft Report
• Review 2023 Year‑in‑Review document
• CEO (J. Moncada) and Board Chair (B. Sabatini) updates

The Georgina Public Library Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions beyond adopting the 2023 Year in Review document. All agenda items, including the consent agenda and verbal communications, were accepted as presented. The 2025 budget was noted as passed by Council on December 3, with funding for Family Day opening and programming laptops.

• Adopted 2023 Year in Review document (carried)
• Approved December 19, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 21, 2024 minutes as circulated (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda items: Branch Report, Work Plan Update, Financial Statement November 2024, Media Scan (carried)
• Accepted verbal communications from CEO, Board Chair, Friends of the Library, and OLS Board Assembly (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22pm (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Special Council will consider an application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for a property at 66 Edith Street in Jackson's Point. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on December 11, 2024, at the Town of Georgina Civic Centre.

• Zoning Bylaw amendment for 66 Edith Street (File #03.1184)
• Motion to move into Closed Session regarding Federal Grant Update
• Bylaw 2024-0079 confirming proceedings of Special Council

Council approved the revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment for Orchidtrail Phase 2 at 24996 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick, including reserving 659.86 persons equivalent of servicing allocation. Council also approved changes to the servicing allocation program, redistributing 776.62 p.e. from the Requested phase to Reserved for Ballymore and Orchidtrail projects. Two public meetings were held for zoning and subdivision applications (66 Edith Street and 235 Catering Road), with staff to report further. The meeting included a closed session on a federal grant update and GPFF bargaining, with staff directed to proceed accordingly.

• Approved Orchidtrail Phase 2 draft plan and zoning bylaw amendment (carried)
• Reserved 659.86 p.e. servicing allocation for Orchidtrail Phase 2 (carried)
• Approved servicing allocation program changes, including 'use it or lose it' enforcement (carried unanimously)
• Redistributed 776.62 p.e. from Requested to Reserved for Ballymore and Orchidtrail (carried unanimously)
• Received reports for 66 Edith Street and 235 Catering Road public meetings, staff to report further (carried)
• Directed staff on federal grant update from closed session (carried)
• Directed staff on GPFF bargaining from closed session (carried)
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2024-0079 (carried)

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet virtually to review minutes from November 5, 2024, and discuss Ontario Building Code changes affecting agricultural structures.

• Approval of November 5, 2024 minutes
• Overview of Ontario Building Code changes
• Discussion on roadside ditch maintenance
• Discussion on roadside dumping prevention
• Discussion on municipal drains

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet virtually on December 10, 2024. The meeting includes a presentation by Tim Higgins, AODA Compliance Officer, on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and a presentation by Tanya Mina, Web Content Specialist, on making electronic documents and emails more accessible. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting.

• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan – presentation by Tim Higgins, AODA Compliance Officer
• Accessible Documents and Emails – presentation by Tanya Mina, Web Content Specialist
• Adoption of minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee received an update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, presented by AODA Compliance Advisor Tim Higgins, and a presentation on accessible documents and emails by Web Content Specialist Tanya Mina. No substantive decisions were made; the committee approved the agenda, adopted the previous minutes, and received the two presentations.

• Approved December 10, 2024 agenda (GAAC2024-0053)
• Adopted November 5, 2024 minutes (GAAC2024-0054)
• Received Multi-Year Accessibility Plan update (GAAC2024-0055)
• Received accessible documents and emails presentation (GAAC2024-0056)
• Adjourned at 10:00 am (GAAC2024-0057)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items, motions, or reports.

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The meeting of the Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee on December 3, 2024 does not list any specific agenda items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are identified in the provided agenda.

Special Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina is holding a Special Council meeting to review and deliberate the 2025 Budget. Council previously received the proposed budget report (DCAO-2024-0016) on November 6, 2024.

• 2025 Budget Review and Deliberations
• Adoption of November 6 and November 13, 2024 Council Minutes
• Bylaw Number 2024-0078 to confirm proceedings of the Special Council

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will receive staff reports on a consent application for an approximate 1‑metre driveway easement over servient lands at 23596 Woodbine Avenue. It will also consider three minor variance applications: A28‑24 at 837 Trivetts Lane, A29‑24 at 43 The Queensway North, and A18‑24 at 253 & 253B The Queensway South. Staff recommend approval of each item, subject to conditions, if no public or Committee concerns are raised.

• Consent Application B14‑24: easement over servient lands at 23596 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick
• Minor Variance A28‑24: rear yard setback, lot coverage, building height, and driveway width at 837 Trivetts Lane
• Minor Variance A29‑24: accessory pergola and shed in front yard, and 2.4‑m fence at 43 The Queensway North
• Minor Variance A18‑24: reduction of required parking spaces, day‑use marina slips, and restaurant GFA limit at 253 & 253B The Queensway South

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will review two appeals to overturn Dangerous Dog Orders issued for the dogs named Bear and Jenna. Both owners are requesting the orders be lifted and have submitted statements, veterinary bills, injury documentation, and related paperwork. The committee will discuss the merits of each appeal during the virtual meeting.

• Appeal 24-0676 for dog Bear – request to overturn Dangerous Dog Order
• Appeal 24-0676 for dog Jenna – request to overturn Dangerous Dog Order
• Owner Maria Mancusa and Roman Masek (Bear) at 23 Manniku Road, Udora
• Owner Catrina Munnik (Jenna) at 23 Manniku Road, Udora
• Attachments include vet bills, injury healing documents, liability policy wording, and fencing invoices

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on November 26, 2024. The agenda includes items for discussion, though the specific details and outcomes are not provided in the source text.

• Meeting of the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee
• Scheduled for November 26, 2024

Georgina Public Library Board

The board will consider adopting a Flexible Work Arrangements policy. It will also set the dates for the 2025 board meetings, the December 2024 meeting, and the 2025 OLA SuperConference. Motions will be made to enter and exit a closed‑session portion of the meeting.

• Policy Review: Flexible Work Arrangements Policy Adoption
• 2025 Board Meeting Dates
• December Board Meeting (2024)
• 2025 OLA SuperConference
• Closed Session motions

Council Meeting

Council is deciding on the 2025 interim property tax levy and allocating grants to local non-profits. The body is also reviewing infrastructure projects and community partnerships, including a food pantry agreement.

• Proposal to set 2025 Interim Tax Levy at 50% of total 2024 taxes payable
• Allocation of $355,250 for 2025 Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, including $140,000 for Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
• Proposed $450,000 total budget for a new backup generator at Georgina Ice Palace
• Recommendation to demolish the existing Civic Centre and redirect $1.52M in Building Faster Fund for affordable housing
• Five-year Memorandum of Understanding renewal with Georgina Community Food Pantry for the Community Fridge

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will review the Safe Streets Monitoring Program that proposes using automated speed‑enforcement (ASE) cameras, and consider an update to the Safe Streets Policy. Operations and Infrastructure staff will answer questions on Council Report OI‑2024‑0014 and Council Report OI‑2024‑0016. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and approval of the agenda.

• Review of Council Report OI‑2024‑0014 – Safe Streets Monitoring Program, Automated Speed Enforcement implementation
• Review of Council Report OI‑2024‑0016 – Update to Safe Streets Policy
• Presentation of the 2025 Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review Consent Application B13‑24 to sever and convey land at 306 Glenwoods Avenue, Keswick. It will also consider Minor Variance Application A27‑24 for the same property, which seeks reduced front and rear yard setbacks, higher lot coverage, and increased accessory‑structure coverage. A deferral request for Minor Variance A20‑24 at 32 Snooks Road will be heard. The agenda also includes standard items such as roll call, declaration of pecuniary interest, and review of previous meeting minutes.

• Deferral of Minor Variance A20‑24 – 32 Snooks Road (Deferral Memo attached)
• Consent Application B13‑24 – sever and convey Severed Lands at 306 Glenwoods Avenue
• Minor Variance Application A27‑24 – relief from front yard setback, rear yard setback, lot coverage, and accessory‑structure coverage at 306 Glenwoods Avenue
• Conditions for approval requiring submissions to the Secretary‑Treasurer (water supply, sewage capacity, civic address, survey plans, etc.)
• Review of previous meeting minutes (November 4, 2024 and February 21, 2024)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will review an application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 and 600 for 23725 McCowan Road, proposing a temporary use allowing three single‑detached dwellings for up to three years. The Council will also consider Zoning By-law Amendment Bylaw 500‑2024‑0010 for 252 Pefferlaw Road, involving Lots 22 and 23, Concession 5 (G) and the owners 2614702 Ontario Inc, Trevor Comeau and Tracey Davis. These items are presented alongside routine agenda approvals, reports and procedural motions.

• Application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 and 600 for 23725 McCowan Road – temporary use of three single‑detached dwellings for up to three years
• Zoning By-law Amendment Bylaw 500‑2024‑0010 for 252 Pefferlaw Road – amendment of Zoning By-law 500 affecting Lots 22 and 23, Concession 5 (G)
• Adoption of agenda and minutes
• Public meeting under the Planning Act
• Confirmation of Council proceedings by Bylaw 2024‑0073 (COU‑2)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet on November 12, 2024, to hear a presentation on the York Region 2024‑2027 Agriculture and Agri‑Food Sector Strategy. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and adoption of minutes, as well as economic development updates and verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for information sharing and discussion.

• York Region 2024‑2027 Agriculture and Agri‑Food Sector Strategy presentation
• Economic Development Updates
• Verbal update – Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update – South Lake Community Futures
• General Information Items

Council Meeting

The council will consider a report recommending the addition of twenty‑one bylaws to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System. It will also receive a report approving Dina’s Cuzina to operate the ROC cafeteria for the 2024‑2025 winter season. A separate report will present the town’s proposed budget for 2025.

• Approval of 21 bylaws to expand the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (Bylaw 2024‑0071)
• Approval of the ROC cafeteria winter‑operation contract with Dina’s Cuzina (2024‑2025)
• Release of the 2025 Proposed Budget (Report DCAO‑2024‑0016)
• Adoption of additional bylaws added to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (Report LS‑2024‑0018)
• Motion to move into Closed Session for discussion of a proposed land acquisition in Sutton

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and accessibility improvements at two parks. The body will also discuss goals for the 2025 work planning session.

• Accessibility improvement updates for West Park Playground
• Accessibility improvement updates for Udora Park Playground
• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan from AODA Compliance Officer
• Endorsement of 2022 Committee Accomplishments document for Council
• Review of 2025 Committee Meeting Schedule

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review a livestock kill report and the York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy. The committee will also discuss goals for the upcoming year during a 2025 work planning session.

• Livestock Kill Report 2024
• 2025 Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule
• 2025 Work Planning Session to discuss annual goals
• York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy Executive Summary

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. Application A24-24 seeks relief to build an accessory structure in the front yard and to reduce required setbacks at 38 Klimek Boulevard. Application A18-24 seeks relief for reduced parking requirements, narrower planting strips, and narrower drive aisles at 253 and 253B The Queensway South, with conditions for marina boat slips and LSRCA approval. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and next‑meeting scheduling.

• Minor variance A24-24 – 38 Klimek Blvd: allow front‑yard accessory structure and reduce front‑yard setback from 2.0 m to 1.7 m; legalize rear shed setback of 0.7 m and interior side‑yard shed setback of 0.6 m.
• Minor variance A18-24 – 253 & 253B The Queensway South: reduce required parking from 144 to 116 spaces; allow planting strip width of 2.5 m (instead of 3.0 m); permit drive aisle width of 6 m (instead of 7 m).
• Condition for A18-24: marina use limited to 10 seasonal rental boat slips and 53 day‑use slips, with written confirmation from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority within two years.
• Procedural items: roll call, introduction of addendum items, declaration of pecuniary interest, explanation of hearing procedure, requests for deferral or withdrawal.
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024.

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is meeting to discuss a land strategy framework and hear presentations on broadband and housing. The body will consider funding for land management and a motion to waive certain application fees for unserviced lots.

• Proposed $110,000 from the Land Acquisition Reserve for the Land Invest-Divest Strategy and Framework
• Proposed demolition of the existing structure at Virginia Hall
• Motion to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan
• Delegation from Keswick Taxi requesting a bylaw amendment for free veteran rides on November 11th
• Presentation on dark fibre construction by YorkNet and broadband updates from Bell Canada

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will adopt September meeting minutes and discuss goals for 2025. The group will also hear from the Georgina Pride Optimist Club and York Region regarding newcomer initiatives.

• Adoption of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Georgina Pride Optimist Club
• Presentation by York Region on Newcomer Celebration
• Update on Community Cultural Event planning
• Discussion of 2025 committee goals and initiatives

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will consider two appeals of Dangerous Dog Orders. One appeal concerns the dog "Coco" owned by Armando Di Martino at 3 Millennium Way, Keswick. The other concerns the dog "Winston" owned by Andrew Skibinsky at 143 Cook's Bay Drive, Keswick. The committee will review the submitted statements, licensing documents, and injury records before deciding on each appeal.

• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-0208 for dog Coco – owner Armando Di Martino, 3 Millennium Way, Keswick
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-1430 for dog Winston – owner Andrew Skibinsky, 143 Cook's Bay Drive, Keswick

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee will hear Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 23-2813, a request by Mike and Juli Boehmker to overturn a Dangerous Dog Order issued for their dog "Charlie". The committee will consider statements from the owners and several community members, as well as supporting documents such as the original order, injury reports, and a veterinary bill. Procedural items include adoption of the agenda and adoption of minutes from previous meetings.

• Review of Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 23-2813 for dog "Charlie"
• Owner statements (Mike & Juli Boehmker) and community statements (Mia Lou, Moy Ung, Kenan Ung, Sorena Lou)
• Examination of the original Dangerous Dog Order for 116 Church Street
• Consideration of injury documentation (Coco's Injuries) and veterinary bill
• Adoption of agenda and adoption of minutes from September meetings

Council Meeting

The council will hold a public meeting to consider an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 20962 Dalton Road in Sutton. It will also consider a report to remove the Holding (H) provision for Ballymore Development properties on Dovedale Drive and Dorothy Caine Crescent in Keswick and to pass a bylaw amendment. A motion will be voted on to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan. Two bylaws will be considered: one to deem certain subdivision plans not registered and another to amend the zoning bylaw for the Ballymore Development sites.

• Application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 20962 Dalton Road, Sutton (file #03.1181) – public meeting under the Planning Act
• Application to remove Holding (H) provision from Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Ballymore Development (Blocks 100 & 101, Dovedale Drive / Dorothy Caine Crescent, Keswick)
• Motion to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan
• Bylaw 2024-0068 (PL-1) to deem Lots 32 and 33, Registered Plan 180, 281 Hillcrest Road, not registered Plans of Subdivision
• Bylaw 500-2024-0009 (PL-5) to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Ballymore Development (Keswick) sites

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on Oct. 22, 2024. Members will hear a presentation by Stephanie Wolfe on the climate change action plan’s priority risks, greenhouse‑gas inventory, and impacts, and will provide feedback. The agenda also includes the 2025 committee meeting schedule and a briefing note on ideas for 2025 initiatives.

• Presentation: Climate Change Action Plan Priority Risks and Opportunities by Stephanie Wolfe
• 2025 Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee meeting schedule (PDF)
• Briefing note: Summary of ideas for 2025 committee initiatives (PDF)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The agenda document contains no listed items or descriptions. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive agenda content. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda.

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will discuss quarterly reports, a work plan update, and financial statements for September 2024. The board is also set to review board structure bylaws and authorize updates to the bank account signing authority.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Board Structure Bylaws
• Board Self-Evaluation
• Update bank account signing authority to Bobbi Sabatini, Nancy Rodrigues, and Joseph Moncada
• Presentation of Friends of the Library Update

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Safe Streets Monitoring Program that proposes Automated Speed Enforcement cameras, and on an update to the Safe Streets Policy. The committee will also review the 2025 meeting schedule and adopt minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.

• Safe Streets Monitoring Program – Automated Speed Enforcement cameras (Report OI-2024-0014)
• Update to Safe Streets Policy (Report OI-2024-0016)
• 2025 Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet on October 10, 2024 to receive updates on economic development and hear a presentation from a business loan officer. The agenda includes reports from the committee and a verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce, as well as information about the Fall edition of Georgina Matters and Small Business Week. No formal motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Caroline Yang, Business Loan Officer, South Lake Futures
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce
• Georgina Matters – Fall Edition
• Small Business Week information

Council Meeting

The council approved the Council Remuneration Policy and the accompanying by‑law establishing council pay. It also approved a $1,404,000 budget for the Sutton Arena retrofit, with $1,123,000 funded by a grant and $228,000 as a town cost‑share. Additional approvals included a $50,000 annual grant administration limit, a development agreement to extend Ashwood Avenue, and the 2025 council meeting schedule.

• Adoption of Council Remuneration Policy and Bylaw 2024‑0067
• Grant Administration Policy authorizes up to $50,000 annually from discretionary reserves
• Sutton Arena Retrofit approved for $1,404,000 (grant $1,123,000, town cost‑share $228,000)
• Extension of Ashwood Avenue approved with development agreement for Lots 96‑101, Plan 302
• Approval of 2025 Council meeting schedule

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review several requests for relief from zoning bylaws. These include requests for changes to lot frontages, setbacks, and the construction of accessory dwelling units.

• A23-24 Old Homestead Road: Requests for reduced lot frontage and area for Lot 62, Lots 10 and 25, and increased garage width for Lots 53-71
• A14-24 24874 McCowan Road: Request to permit an accessory dwelling unit in a detached building with reduced rear and side yard setbacks
• A22-24 9 Victoria Road: Request for reduced parking spaces for an accessory dwelling unit and a reduced front yard setback for a commercial building addition
• A19-24 800 Montsell Avenue: Request to permit an accessory structure in the front yard
• Appointment of Brianna Raines as Secretary-Treasurer for the Committee of Adjustment

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive an update on the town's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and an update on the Jackson's Point Parkette. The committee will also consider a disposition item endorsing Loyalist Township's correspondence that urges the province to create a municipal accessibility fund for municipalities. No formal decisions are listed beyond the endorsement recommendation.

• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Update on Jackson's Point Parkette
• Endorsement of Loyalist Township correspondence urging a provincial municipal accessibility fund

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet virtually on October 1, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, adoption of minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting, and reports. The committee will consider two disposition items related to implementing a hybrid meeting format and the council's direction to staff to study its feasibility. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting (Post-Meeting Minutes - GAGAC_Jun25_2024-English.pdf)
• Disposition item on implementation of hybrid committee meetings (Disposition, GAGAC, Hybrid Committee Structure.pdf)
• Disposition item on council's direction for the hybrid structure request (Disposition, GAgAc, Referral to Staff Re Hybrid Meetings.pdf)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review a request for appeal regarding aggressive dog orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements related to a specific property in Sutton West.

• Appeal 23-4089: Request to appeal Aggressive Dog Orders for dogs named 'Zoey' and 'Astra' at 5877 Latimer Road, Sutton West

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review requests to appeal Dangerous Dog Orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements regarding two specific dogs in Keswick.

• Appeal 22-0814: Request by Christine Fisher and Patricia Doyle regarding a dog named 'Chevy' at 850 Trivetts Road, Keswick
• Appeal 22-4506: Request by Tyonna Slocum regarding a dog named 'Nala' at 1016 Metro Road North, Keswick

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to plan goals for 2025 and review a proposed Community Cultural Event. The session includes a presentation on the Town's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event scheduled for September 30th.

• Presentation by Sandgate Women's Shelter Executive Director Michelle Smith on equity and diversity
• Staff overview of the September 30th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event
• Update on Council's July 10, 2024 decision to investigate a budget for a Community Cultural Event
• Brainstorming of 2025 committee goals and budgetary impacts

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee met on September 24, 2024, and approved the agenda and minutes. They deferred a presentation from Sandgate Women's Shelter to a future meeting, received a staff presentation on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and discussed plans for a Community Cultural Event and 2025 goals. No formal decisions were made beyond receiving information and deferring the speaker.

• Approved September 24, 2024 agenda (GEDAC2024-0045)
• Adopted June 18, 2024 minutes (GEDAC2024-0046)
• Deferred Sandgate Women's Shelter presentation to future meeting (GEDAC2024-0047)
• Received Truth and Reconciliation presentation (GEDAC2024-0048)
• Received Community Cultural Event discussion (GEDAC2024-0049)
• Received 2025 Committee Plans discussion (GEDAC2024-0050)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for 2024-09-23 contains no agenda items. The agenda consists only of placeholders and does not specify any items for discussion or decision.

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will adopt minutes from previous meetings and review branch, work‑plan, financial and media reports for July and August. It will discuss the Public Code of Conduct Policy as old business and consider several new items, including Hoopla, the 2025 Budget, Ontario Public Library Week activities and a proclamation. A closed‑session portion will address Director/CEO compensation matters.

• 2025 Budget
• Hoopla
• Ontario Public Library Week / Meet the Board
• Ontario Public Library Week Proclamation
• Director/CEO compensation matter (closed session)

Council Meeting

The council will consider two planning applications: Orchidtrail Phase 2 at 24996 Woodbine Avenue and the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park at 23349 Woodbine Avenue. The agenda includes a recommendation to approve the revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning by‑law amendment for the Canadian Life Science site, along with a servicing allocation of 259 persons equivalent. Additional items are a water‑service allocation update, a bylaw appointing Wendy Busby to the Accessibility Advisory Committee, and a bylaw regulating land use in the Keswick Business Park.

• Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By‑law Amendment – Orchidtrail Phase 2, 24996 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick (Report No. DS‑2024‑0052)
• Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By‑law Amendment – Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, 23349 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick (Report No. DS‑2024‑0045)
• Sanitary Sewer and Water Servicing Allocation Assignment Program and Capacity Update – Keswick Water Resource Recovery Facility (Report No. DS‑2024‑0041)
• Bylaw 2024‑0064 appointing Wendy Busby to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee (2022‑2026 term)
• Bylaw 500‑2024‑0008 regulating land use and building character in the Keswick Business Park (Lots 3 & 4, Concession 4)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on September 17, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes from the June 11 2024 meeting, approval of the agenda, and declarations of pecuniary interest. The committee will also hold a 2025 Work Planning Session to discuss goals for the upcoming year. No specific project approvals or contracts are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from the June 11 2024 meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Declaration of pecuniary interest
• 2025 Work Planning Session – discussion of upcoming year goals
• Motion to adjourn

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee held a round-table discussion to set its 2025 goals, covering topics like Lake Simcoe water quality, electric vehicle charging stations, invasive species education, community clean-ups, and bike repair stations. The goals were received as presented via resolution GEAC2024-0030. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved agenda as presented (GEAC2024-0028)
• Approved June 11, 2024 minutes as presented (GEAC2024-0029)
• Received 2025 goals from round-table discussion (GEAC2024-0030)
• Adjourned at 7:35 PM (GEAC2024-0031)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review requests to appeal Dangerous Dog Orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements regarding two specific dogs in Keswick.

• Appeal 22-2689: Request by Florence Rollings (43 The Queensway South, Keswick) regarding dog 'Bagel'
• Appeal 23-2249: Request by Jerzy Rabianski (100 Lake Drive North, Keswick) regarding dog 'Neo'

Council Meeting

Council will receive and approve the Water Financial Plan and Wastewater Rate Study, confirming the drinking water system’s financial viability. The meeting also includes approval of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan submission, reallocation of $140,000 from the $350,000 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program, and a $180,000 two‑year funding request for the Affordable Housing and Homelessness Resolution. In addition, the council will consider the draft Safe Streets Policy and enact By‑law 2024‑0061 to implement automated speed enforcement.

• Adopt Water Financial Plan and Wastewater Rate Study (Report No. DCAO-2024-0013)
• Approve submission of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan (Report No. SI-2024-0015)
• Re‑allocate $140,000 from the $350,000 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture and set an annual grant budget of $210,000 starting 2025
• Approve $180,000 over two years from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for Affordable Housing and Homelessness initiatives (Report No. SI-2024-0017)
• Endorse draft Safe Streets Policy and enact By‑law 2024‑0061 for automated speed enforcement (Report No. OI-2024-0014)

Council approved a $180,000 funding request from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve to advance affordable housing and homelessness actions, including implementation of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan. They also endorsed the Safe Streets Policy, approved the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program with five cameras, and directed staff to develop a temporary patio program for restaurants. Additionally, they approved the Water Financial Plan and Rate Study, and re-allocated $140,000 in principle to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture.

• Approved $180,000 from Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for housing and homelessness actions (unanimous)
• Endorsed Safe Streets Policy, replacing Traffic Calming Policy RD 18
• Approved ASE program with 5 cameras on 3-6 month rotation
• Directed staff to develop temporary patio program and licensing bylaw
• Approved Water Financial Plan and Rate Study, authorized submission to MMAH
• Re-allocated $140,000 in principle to Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture for 2025
• Approved Housing Accelerator Fund application with 4 units as-of-right
• Adopted bylaws for heritage designation, administrative penalty system, and traffic amendments

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Parks and Trails Masterplan, an information session on existing bollard locations, and a verbal update on automated speed enforcement. No motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation: Parks and Trails Masterplan update (Courtney Rennie and Bob Ferguson)
• Presentation: Existing Bollard Locations information (Matt DeLuca)
• Report: Automated Speed Enforcement verbal update (Matt DeLuca)

The committee received updates on the Parks and Trails Masterplan, existing bollard locations, and automated speed enforcement. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information only.

• Approved agenda as presented (GSATAC2024-0017)
• Adopted June 4, 2024 minutes as presented (GSATAC2024-0018)
• Received Parks and Trails Masterplan update (GSATAC2024-0019)
• Received bollard locations update (GSATAC2024-0020)
• Received automated speed enforcement update (GSATAC2024-0021)
• Adjourned at 7:45 pm (GSATAC2024-0022)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 9, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no substantive proposals or decisions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed.

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-09-03 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Georgina Public Library Board

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate with no items listed for open discussion or decision. The board will meet in a closed session to discuss Director/CEO compensation matters.

• Closed session regarding Director/CEO compensation matters

Georgina Public Library Board

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate with no items listed for open business. The board will move into a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding a Director/CEO interview.

• Closed session for Director/CEO interview

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications: 6 and 8 Scotia Road, 23256 Highway 48, and 24874 McCowan Road. Staff recommend approval of each application with specific zoning reliefs, and the McCowan Road variance includes multiple conditions and an environmental impact statement requirement. The next scheduled meeting on September 9 is cancelled, with the following meeting set for September 23.

• Minor variance A17-24 for 6 and 8 Scotia Road – relief to allow a semi‑detached dwelling with 2 parking spaces (instead of the required 3).
• Minor variance A09-24 for 23256 Highway 48 – relief to permit a home industry of 204 m² (vs. 190 m² limit) and to allow a home industry in the Environmental Protection Zone.
• Minor variance A14-24 for 24874 McCowan Road – relief to permit an accessory dwelling unit, reduced setbacks, increased building height, and requires an environmental impact statement and several approvals within two years.

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting on August 15, 2024, at the Georgina Civic Centre. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a motion to enter Closed Session to discuss Director/CEO Interviews.

• Approval of Agenda
• Adoption of Minutes
• Motion to move into Closed Session for Director/CEO Interviews
• Motion to reconvene into Open Session
• Next meeting date: September 19, 2024

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is reviewing a draft rate study for water and wastewater services, including the potential removal of early payment discounts in 2025. The body is also considering budgets for development charge updates and a housing needs assessment.

• Proposed $70,000 budget for consulting services to update the development charges background study and bylaw
• Proposed $50,000 budget from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for a Housing Needs Assessment
• Proposal to rename Roches Point Eco Park to Paul Higgins and Annabel Slaight Roches Point Community Eco Park
• Review of Water and Wastewater Draft Rate Study and proposal to discontinue early payment discounts in 2025
• Bylaw 2024-0057 regarding 27 Forestry Drive

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider a consent application (B18-23) to sever and convey Subject Land ‘A’ from Remainder Land ‘B’ at 375 Lake Drive North, Keswick. It will also review five minor‑variance applications for properties on Mum's Avenue, Highway 48, Parkway Avenue, and Jeanne Pynn Avenue, each seeking specific setbacks, height allowances, or fence specifications. Decisions will be made subject to conditions and written confirmations outlined in the staff reports.

• Consent Application B18-23 – sever and convey land at 375 Lake Drive North, Keswick
• Minor Variance A07-24 – allow accessory structure height of 5.49 m at 19 Mum’s Avenue, Sutton
• Minor Variance A05-24 – interior side yard setback of 2 m, fence height 3.35 m, and building replacement timing at 22847 Highway 48
• Minor Variance A08-24 – interior side yard setback of 0.55 m at 281 Parkway Avenue, Keswick
• Minor Variances A11-24 & A12-24 – interior side yard dimensions of 0.65 m and ~1.25 m at 15 & 17 Jeanne Pynn Avenue, Sutton

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to review a specific property standards appeal. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from the May 27, 2024 meeting.

• Property Standards Appeal 23-3586 regarding 95 Haskins Crescent, Keswick

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet to approve the June 2024 financial statement and minutes. The agenda includes a review of the Public Code of Conduct policy and a report on branch operations. The meeting will also feature verbal updates from the CEO and the Friends of the Library.

• Approval of June 2024 Financial Statement
• Policy Review: Public Code of Conduct
• Quarterly Statistics Report
• Work Plan Update
• Friends of the Library Update

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss infrastructure updates regarding inflow and infiltration reduction targets for 2026. The meeting also includes reviewing rental summaries for the Good Food Collective and considering several bylaw amendments. Additionally, staff will be directed to prepare business cases for the 2025 budget related to community services and infrastructure.

• Zoning amendment for a special event venue at 27909 Highway 48
• Inflow and infiltration reduction update regarding York Region's 2026 targets
• Rental summary and future permit fee business case for the Good Food Collective
• Execution of the Municipal Funding Agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund
• Proclamation of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Council Meeting

Council will consider approving a noise by-law exemption for bridge construction on Pefferlaw Road from July 5 to July 29, 2024. The agenda also includes discussions regarding zoning amendments for 252 Pefferlaw Road and Countryside Zoning Bylaw 600. Additionally, the Pefferlaw Lions Club has requested municipal significance status for an upcoming street festival.

• Zoning amendment application for 252 Pefferlaw Road
• Follow-up on Countryside Zoning Bylaw 600 regarding agriculture and environmental protection
• Noise by-law exemption request for Pefferlaw Road bridge replacement (July 5–29, 2024)
• Municipal Significance request for Pefferlaw Lions Street Fest
• Bylaw 2024-0052 regarding 283 & 285 The Queensway South

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the creation of an online portal for community members to submit accessibility improvement opportunities. The committee will also consider a request to review the Public Compendium for the 4th Review of the AODA. Additionally, members will investigate a proposal regarding a municipal accessibility fund.

• Creation of an online accessibility reporting portal
• Review of the AODA Public Compendium
• Investigation into a municipal accessibility fund
• Update on Pefferlaw Pump Track and Skatepark opening
• Presentation of GAAC 2022 accomplishments

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will review an update on the Climate Change Action Plan's risks and vulnerabilities. The agenda includes discussions regarding roadside grass maintenance and litter reduction on agricultural lands. Additionally, the committee will receive information on mobile home bylaws and a new tree bylaw.

• Climate Change Action Plan Risks and Vulnerabilities presentation
• Roadside grass and brush maintenance discussion
• Litter reduction opportunities on agricultural lands
• Bylaw 600 information regarding mobile homes or RV trailers
• Town of Georgina Tree Bylaw update

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding the Climate Change Action Plan. The agenda also includes economic development updates, business community statistics, and summer event grants. Verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Futures are also scheduled.

• Presentation: Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP)
• Economic Development Updates including business community stats
• 2024 Summer Events Festival and Events Grants
• Chamber of Commerce verbal update
• South Lake Futures verbal update

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet to consider adopting the 2023 year-end financial statements. The agenda also includes a policy review regarding disconnecting from work and updates on library operations.

• Adoption of 2023 Year-End Financial Statements
• Policy Review: Disconnecting from Work
• Bulletin Boards and Displays Policy review
• May 2024 Financial Statement review

Council Meeting

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and adopt a new asset management plan for non-core assets. They are also considering a five-year partnership with Jericho Youth Services for after-school programs. Additionally, the agenda includes a request for noise bylaw exemptions for bridge construction on Pefferlaw Road.

• $140,299.90 in additional funding for the Sutton Multi-Use Facility project
• Introduction of automated speed enforcement cameras in the Town
• Noise bylaw exemption for Pefferlaw Road bridge replacement (July 5–29)
• Five-year partnership agreement with Jericho Youth Services for after-school programs
• Proposed dormancy of the Uptown Keswick Business Improvement Area Board

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The committee will review information regarding the Pan African Flag Raising Event and upcoming local festivals. Members will also discuss sponsoring two additional lunches for the Good Food Collective before the end of 2024.

• Funding approval from the 2024 budget for the Pan African Flag Raising Event
• Planning for a community cultural event in Georgina
• Information on the July 20, 2024, Summer Music Festival hosted by the Georgina Chinese Association
• Discussion of sponsoring two more Good Food Collective lunches

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications to sever land for new residential building lots. These proposals involve properties at 185 Forestry Drive, 40 Brule Lakeway, and 9 Sina Street. Staff have recommended approval for these applications subject to specific conditions.

• Consent Application B07-24: Severance at 185 Forestry Drive to create one new residential lot
• Consent Applications B08-24 and B09-24: Severance at 40 Brule Lakeway, Jackson's Point
• Consent Application B10-24: Severance at 9 Sina Street to create one new residential lot

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is reviewing a construction contract for Pollock Road shoulder stabilization and additional project funding. The agenda also includes approving noise bylaw exemptions for summer events and renewing agreements with local clubs.

• Awarding $901,465.00 contract to Envision Excavating Ltd. for Pollock Road shoulder stabilization
• Approving $323,293.40 in additional funding for the Pollock Road project
• Noise bylaw exemption for amplified music in historic downtowns and parks during Summer 2024
• Five-year agreement renewals for York Simcoe Amateur Astronomers Club and Keswick Model Aircraft Club
• Commemoration options for the Old Shiloh Road Bridge

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the threats and opportunities within the Climate Change Action Plan. Stephanie Wolfe, Climate Initiatives Lead, will present the findings. The agenda also includes information regarding Earth Day plant giveaways and donations.

• Climate Change Action Plan SWOT analysis presentation
• Adoption of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Discover Georgina Show Earth Day plant giveaway
• Discussion of Trees For Life Earth Day donation

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations for 2024. Members will also review information on existing trail maps and planned lighted intersections. The meeting includes the adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024.

• Presentation on 2024 potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations
• Update on planned lighted intersections for 2024
• Review of existing trail maps including York Region and snowmobile trails
• Adoption of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. Staff recommend approving both, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Minor Variance A04-24 at 44 Edith Street, Jackson's Point: permit existing shipping container for storage, with condition to clad in wood siding
• Minor Variance A06-24 at 27 Lake Drive East: permit 1 metre interior side yard setback instead of required 1.2 metres plus additional
• Both approvals subject to conditions to be fulfilled within two years of Notice of Decision

Council Meeting

This is the agenda for the Town of Georgina Council meeting on May 29, 2024. Council will vote on several items, including setting the 2024 property tax rates, amending the fire department bylaw, and approving road ownership changes with York Region. They will also discuss updates on the off-road vehicle pilot project, traffic and parking bylaws, and a waterfront parks master plan.

• Approve 2024 property tax rates (Bylaw 2024-0039)
• Amend Fire Department bylaw 2004-0040 (Bylaw 2024-0038)
• Authorize $340,000 design budget increase for High Street reconstruction, to be recovered from York Region
• Assume Woodbine Avenue, Park Road, Old Homestead Road, and High Street from York Region; request York Region assume McCowan Road and Weir's Sideroad
• Extend Off-Road Vehicle Pilot Project to Dec 15, 2024 – Apr 15, 2025

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

This is the agenda for the Georgina Appeals Committee meeting on May 28, 2024, concerning aggressive dangerous dogs. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and provides no specific items, cases, or decisions for discussion.

• No specific agenda items listed

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Town of Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to hear two appeals of property standards orders. The committee will also appoint a chair, adopt minutes from a previous meeting, and handle routine procedural items. The two appeals concern properties at 443 The Queensway South, Keswick, and 93 Burke Street, Sutton.

• Property Standards Appeal 23-3497 for 443 The Queensway South, Keswick, owner 2433264 Ontario Inc.
• Property Standards Appeal 22-3679 for 93 Burke Street, Sutton, owner 1446696 Ontario Inc.
• Adoption of minutes from October 23, 2023 meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving reports, and hearing updates from the CEO, board chair, and Friends of the Library. The main substantive item is a policy review on bulletin boards and displays. The meeting also includes a closed session.

• Policy review: Bulletin Boards and Displays
• Adoption of minutes from April 25, 2024
• Financial statement for April 2024
• CEO update by S. Lee-Young
• Next meeting set for June 20, 2024 via Zoom

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw regarding farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, regional ditching, illegal dumping procedures, stormwater rates after public consultation, and the 2024 Livestock Kill Report. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily an information and discussion session.

• Update on Countryside Zoning Bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture-related uses
• Regional Councillor Davison to update on regional ditching
• Staff update on illegal dumping notification procedures
• Stormwater rates update following public consultation
• Livestock Kill Report 2024 update

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss accessibility matters, including an independent review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), a potential accessible swing at the ROC, and an update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and updates rather than decisions.

• Independent 4th Review of AODA (final report dated June 5, 2023)
• Discussion of an accessible swing at the ROC with Scott Wollin
• Verbal update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan by Tim Higgins
• Recognition of National AccessAbility Week (May 26 - June 1) and Red Shirt Day (May 29)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to hear from York Regional Police on community safety, and to discuss upcoming events including Pride Month, Pan-African Flag raising, and Truth and Reconciliation activities. The committee will also review approved funding for Good Food Collective lunches and discuss the 2025 budget.

• York Regional Police Inspector Sarah Riddell to speak on community safety and well-being
• Council approved funds from 2024 budget for three Good Food Collective lunches
• Update on Pan-African Flag Raising and Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Month events with Mayor Quirk
• Discussion on Truth and Reconciliation speaker and 94 Calls to Action

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear applications for consent and minor variance. The main item is a minor variance application for 443 The Queensway South, where staff recommend denial. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Minor Variance Application A02-24 for 443 The Queensway South to allow a childcare centre, private school, and commercial school in a Shopping Centre Commercial zone
• Staff recommendation to deny the variance
• Applications for consent and minor variance hearings
• Requests for deferral or withdrawal
• Minutes of previous meeting

Council Meeting

This Council Meeting agenda for Georgina, ON on 2024-05-08 contains only technical interface text and placeholders from the eSCRIBE software. No actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, making it purely procedural boilerplate.

Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding a $41.85 million contract to Maystar General Contractors Inc. for the Replacement Civic Centre project, with a revised total budget of $54.106 million and $20 million in short-term construction financing. The agenda also includes several routine items such as approving minutes, a food vendor pilot program, grants, and bylaw amendments.

• Award contract to Maystar General Contractors Inc. for $41,850,000 plus HST for Replacement Civic Centre
• Approve revised project budget of $54,106,000 and $20,000,000 short-term construction financing
• Approve 2024 Food Vendor Pilot Program at De La Salle Park with four vendors
• Approve $50,800 in grants to four non-profits including Georgina Farmers Market ($10,000) and Ontario Water Centre ($12,000)
• Amend animal control bylaws to permit keeping pigeons in Pefferlaw and Hamlet Areas

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including approving the April 2, 2024 minutes. The main item is a presentation by Climate Initiatives Lead Stephanie Wolfe on the Climate Change Action Plan, explaining its creation and how the committee can be involved. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Climate Change Action Plan briefing by Stephanie Wolfe
• Adoption of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Virtual meeting, 7:00-9:00 PM

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Ian Duff, president of McSweeney & Associates, followed by questions and discussion. The committee will also receive economic development updates, verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, and consider adopting minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely routine, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Presentation by Ian Duff, president, McSweeney & Associates
• Adoption of minutes from April 8, 2024 GEDC meeting
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update from South Lake Community Futures

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss trail maps, new bollard locations for 2024, planned lighted intersections, and a signage issue on Glenwoods Avenue. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of existing trail maps within Georgina, including York Region Trail Guide and snowmobile trails
• Discussion of 2024 potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations
• Update on planned lighted intersections from Regional Councillor Davison
• Signage update on Glenwoods Avenue regarding left-turn restriction from Walmart plaza
• Adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for land consent at 300 Metro Road and a minor variance for a dwelling at 328 Pefferlaw Road. Staff have provided recommendations for both items subject to specific conditions.

• Consent Applications B04-24 and B05-24: Severing land at 300 Metro Road, Keswick to create one residential building lot and one future residential development lot
• Minor Variance Application A03-24: Permitting a single detached dwelling on an existing commercial lot at 328 Pefferlaw Road

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving branch and financial reports, and hearing updates from the CEO and board chair. The board will also review the Director/CEO evaluation policy and the membership policy, and discuss an upcoming staff development day. A closed session is scheduled for personal matters and labour relations regarding library employees.

• Policy review: Director/CEO Evaluation
• Policy review: Membership (track changes attached)
• Staff Development Day planned for June 27
• Closed session for personal matters and labour relations (Public Libraries Act)
• Financial statements for Dec 2023 year-end, Feb 2024, and Mar 2024

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on a stormwater rate structure, including approving the General Revenue approach and exempting farms, managed forests, and tax-exempt properties. Council will also consider an Earthworks Agreement for the Greystone/Middleburg subdivision, appoint members to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee, and hear a speaker on traffic bollard safety concerns. A bylaw to set 2024 stormwater utility rates is on the agenda.

• Stormwater Rate Study (Report DCAO-2024-0005) - approve General Revenue approach and exemptions
• Bylaw 2024-0030 to set stormwater utility rates for 2024
• Earthworks Agreement for Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision (Report DS-2024-0017)
• Appointments to Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (Report LS-2024-0011)
• Speaker Darren Gahan on traffic bollard safety concerns

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider two development applications: a zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North in Keswick, and revised applications for a subdivision and zoning amendment for the Garland Community near Ravenshoe Road. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, reports, and bylaws, with no public meetings or closed session scheduled.

• Zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North, Keswick (File 03.1121) to rezone from Residential (R) and Transitional (T) to site-specific Residential (R-83)
• Revised applications for Garland Community subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment (Files 01.157, 01.163, 03.1161) on Ravenshoe Road, Keswick
• Bylaw 500-2024-0004 (PL-5) to implement the 255 Lake Drive North rezoning
• Bylaw 2024-0028 (PL-5) to deem lands at 36 Lyons Lane not within a registered plan of subdivision
• Bylaw 2024-0029 (COU-2) to confirm the proceedings of the meeting

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets virtually to discuss agricultural issues. A presentation on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw regarding farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, deferred from March, will be given. Updates are also scheduled on regional ditching, illegal dumping, stormwater rates, and the livestock kill report.

• Presentation: Countryside Zoning Bylaw on Farm Diversified Uses and Agriculture Related Uses (deferred from March 12)
• Update: Regional Ditching by Regional Councillor Davison (deferred from March 12)
• Update: Illegal Dumping processes and notification procedures
• Update: Stormwater Rates after public consultation
• Report: Livestock Kill Report 2024

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss accessibility matters. They will hear from the new Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor, review past accomplishments, and receive updates on the 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the 2023 AODA Compliance Report. The agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Introduction of Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor Tim Higgins
• Overview of GAAC previous accomplishments by Michelle Radigan-Marriott
• Timeline for 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan updates
• 2023 AODA Compliance Report overview by Olga Lawton and Tim Higgins
• Adoption of minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 15, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The provided text is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including raising the maximum Sutton Business Improvement Area levy from $500 to $750, appointing hearing officers for the Administrative Monetary Penalty System, and applying for Bee City Canada designation. They will also receive updates on the 2024 budget, development charges, tourism strategy, communications plan, and construction season. The agenda includes a closed session for personal matters and a potential land acquisition at Jackson's Point.

• By-law to increase Sutton BIA maximum levy from $500 to $750
• Appointment of hearing officers for Administrative Monetary Penalty System
• Bee City Canada designation application and by-law
• 2024 Construction Season Update with roads work program
• Closed session: Jackson's Point land acquisition

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to hear updates from Georgina Fire and Rescue Services on the Community Risk Profile, and from Councillor Biggerstaff on the Town's commitments to the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities. The committee will also discuss several community events and initiatives, including a cultural lunch with the Good Food Collective, Pride Month plans, and a Pan-African flag raising. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-based, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Community Risk Profile update from Deputy Chief Lorianne Zwicker of Georgina Fire and Rescue Services
• Update on 10 Commitments of Equity Diversity and Inclusion from Councillor Biggerstaff
• Discussion of sponsoring a cultural lunch event with the Good Food Collective
• Update on Pan-African Flag Raising and Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Month plans in Georgina

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The committee will receive economic development updates, verbal reports from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, and a presentation on YSpace programming. The meeting is largely procedural, with standard items like agenda approval, minutes adoption, and a closed session.

• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal Update - Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal Update - South Lake Community Futures
• Georgina YSpace Programming
• May 6th guest speaker Ian Duffy (McSweeney and Associates)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2024-04-03 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to hear staff updates on several environmental programs, including the Emerald Ash Borer program, a catch basin filter pilot, tree compensation practices, and stormwater rates. The committee will also receive an update on Earth Day plans and information on winter materials used by the town.

• Update on Emerald Ash Borer Program by Niall Stocking, Manager of Operations
• Update on Catch Basin Filters Pilot Program by Neil MacDonald, Manager of Capital Projects
• Presentation on York Region Environmental Scan of Public Tree Compensation Practices (November 2023)
• Update on Stormwater Rates from staff, following a February 28, 2024 Council presentation
• Information on winter materials from 2022-2023 Winter Maintenance Summary

Council Meeting

Council is deciding on a zoning amendment for lands on Dovedale Drive in Keswick, proposed by Greengate Village Limited, to change the designation from Rural to site-specific Medium Density Urban Residential and Open Space. The development would be restricted to purpose-built rental for at least 20 years. Council will also consider an appointment to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee and a request from York Regional Police regarding first responder communications.

• Rezoning of Dovedale Drive lands from Rural (RU) to Medium Density Urban Residential (R3-71) and Open Space (OS-131)
• Proposed development restricted to purpose-built rental for minimum 20 years
• Reservation of 54.8 persons equivalent of sanitary sewer and water allocation
• Conveyance of open space/environmental lands to Town at no charge
• Appointment to fill vacancy on Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on local trails and active transportation infrastructure. Items include a map of existing trails, new bollard locations for 2024, and planned lighted intersections. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Map of Existing Trails within the Town of Georgina
• New Bollard Locations for 2024 update by Manager of Operations
• Planned Lighted Intersections update by Regional Councillor Davison
• Adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting

Georgina Appeals Committee - STRA

The Georgina Appeals Committee (STRA) is meeting to consider two variance applications from property owners seeking approval to operate short-term rental accommodations (STRA) within 100 metres of existing licensed STRA operations. The agenda also includes routine items such as appointment of chair, approval of minutes, and other procedural matters.

• STRA Variance Application SV24-23: Carlo Ladisa, 148 Moore's Beach Road, Pefferlaw — request to operate within 100 metres of an existing licenced STRA
• STRA Variance Application SV24-24: Melika Zadeh Tahmasebi, 77 De La Salle Boulevard, Jackson's Point — request to operate within 100 metres of an existing licenced STRA
• Adoption of minutes from October 30, 2023 meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving branch and financial reports, and introducing a new board member. They will also review the Director/CEO evaluation policy and discuss attending a library conference. The board will move into closed session to discuss non-union and CEO compensation matters.

• Introduction of new Board Member Alicia Braund
• Review of Director/CEO Evaluation policy
• Closed session on compensation matters for non-union staff and CEO
• Financial statements for December 2023 year-end and February 2024
• Discussion of Annual Institute on Library as Place (June 17-18, Mississauga)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two consent applications to create new residential lots and one minor variance application. Staff recommend approval of all three applications, subject to conditions. The meeting will also include routine procedural items.

• Consent application B01-24 to sever land at 44 Edith Street, Jackson's Point to create one new residential lot
• Consent applications B17-23 and B02-24 to sever land at 9537 Morning Glory Road, Pefferlaw to create two new residential lots
• Minor variance application A20-23 at 586 Lake Drive East for relief from zoning bylaws including front yard setback and accessory structure setbacks
• April 3, 2024 meeting cancelled; next meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting on March 12, 2024. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and declarations of interest, plus general information items on the town's 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and Facility Accessibility Design Standards. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review of 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Review of Facility Accessibility Design Standards
• Adoption of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets to hear presentations on a countryside zoning bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, and on stormwater rates. The committee will also discuss regional ditching and illegal dumping on rural properties, and adopt minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation on Countryside Zoning Bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture related uses
• Update on Stormwater Rates from a February 28, 2024 Council presentation
• Regional ditching update from Regional Councillor Davison
• Discussion on illegal dumping on rural properties (deferred from Feb 6 meeting)
• Adoption of minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Council will consider a sign bylaw relief application for a digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road, with staff recommending denial. They will also receive the 2023 annual drinking water summary report and the 2023 remuneration and expenses report for Council and local board appointees. Two delegations are scheduled: one seeking endorsement of a revised traffic management plan for the Georgina Spring Fling and Marathon, and another presenting the billboard application.

• Sign bylaw relief application for digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road (Report LS-2024-0008) – staff recommends denial
• 2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report (Report OID-2024-0001) – includes water quality and inspection reports
• 2023 Remuneration and Expenses for Council and Council Appointees to Local Boards (Report DCAO-2024-0002)
• Delegation from Endurance Event Productions requesting endorsement of revised traffic management plan for Georgina Spring Fling (May 5) and Georgina Marathon (September 8)
• Delegation from Eye Candy Ads regarding the digital billboard application

Special Council Meeting

This special Council meeting was requested to learn more about housing and homelessness through the Region of York. Council heard from multiple presenters, including York Region staff, Blue Door, The Salvation Army, and local health and community organizations, on the current state of homelessness, affordable housing, and services in Georgina. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• York Region allocated $36.7M in provincial Homelessness Prevention Program funds and $13.3M from Regional tax levy in 2023/24
• 37 known encampment locations in Georgina
• York Region has 7,000 subsidized and market rental units across 43 housing providers; wait list times are 7-10 years
• Georgina has less than 300 purpose-built rental units and 22 affordable housing units (accessory apartments/basement suites)
• Province provided $1.4M for a Primary Care Clinic in Georgina with mobile care component

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: appointing a chair and vice chair, adopting minutes from January 30, and receiving updates. The agenda includes a 2024 budget update from the Manager of Recreation Services, 2023 service statistics from the Georgina Community Food Pantry, and informational reports on York Region's socio-economic makeup and Town of Georgina economic statistics.

• 2024 GEDAC Budget update by Patti White, Manager of Recreation Services
• Georgina Community Food Pantry 2023 service statistics
• York Region 'Village of 100' socio-economic report based on 2021 Census
• Town of Georgina Economic Statistics report
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two consent applications that would sever land to create new residential building lots. Staff recommend approval for both, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Consent Application B14-23 for 323 Winnifred Drive, Keswick to sever one new residential lot
• Consent Applications B15-23 and B16-23 for 106 Victoria Road, Udora to sever two new residential lots
• Conditions include survey, deed, demolition, water/sewage capacity, and Regional Municipality of York confirmation

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to hear a consultant's presentation on stormwater rate assessment, consider reports on the 2024 economic development and tourism strategy, cemetery capital improvements, the 2023 audit plan, short-term rental licensing fees, community services fees, and completion of the environmental assessment for the Old Shiloh Road Bridge. Council will also consider several dispositions from other municipalities and a bylaw to remove a councillor from committees.

• Presentation by consultant on Stormwater Rate Assessment
• 2024 Town of Georgina Economic Development and Tourism Strategy (Report SI-2024-0003)
• Short Term Rental Accommodation Licensing – Proposed User Fees (Report LS-2024-0004)
• Completion of Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Old Shiloh Road Bridge (Report OID-2024-0003)
• Bylaw 2024-0017 to remove Councillor Genge from Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture and Georgina Appeals Committees

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy and the 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives, and to discuss the Countryside Zoning Bylaw. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Update on Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy by Development Services
• Update on 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives by Strategic Initiatives
• Discussion of Countryside Zoning Bylaw with Development Services
• Adoption of minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. One seeks relief from zoning bylaws for a new dwelling at 281 Hillcrest Road, and the other for an accessory structure at Duclos Point Park. Staff have recommended approval for both, subject to conditions.

• Minor Variance A18-23 and A19-23 for 281 Hillcrest Road: relief for lot coverage, front yard setback, and side yard setback for a new three-storey dwelling
• Minor Variance A28-23 for Duclos Point Road: relief to allow a 1-metre west property line setback for an accessory structure, instead of the required 9 metres
• Approvals subject to conditions, including confirmation from the Town's Development Engineering Division and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Conditions must be fulfilled within two years of the Notice of Decision

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss transportation-related matters. The agenda includes an update on 2024 construction plans and a proposed off-road vehicle bylaw. The meeting will also cover routine items such as approving minutes and declarations of interest.

• Update on 2024 construction plans by Niall Stocking, Manager of Operations
• Proposed Off-Road Vehicle Bylaw report
• Adoption of minutes from January 16, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment application for lands on Dovedale Drive, Keswick, submitted by Greengate Village Limited. The meeting includes a public hearing on the application, after which staff will report back to Council. The rest of the agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, reports, and a confirming bylaw.

• Public meeting on zoning by-law amendment application 03.1182 for Dovedale Drive, Keswick (Greengate Village Limited)
• Report DS-2024-0007 on the zoning amendment application
• Confirming bylaw 2024-0015 to approve Council proceedings of February 14, 2024

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding its regular meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and declarations of interest. The substantive items are reports and updates on economic development, including verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, plus a round table discussion. General information items include income tax clinics and a revised 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approval of November 6, 2023 minutes
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update from South Lake Community Futures
• General information: Community Action Table income tax clinics and revised 2024 meeting schedule

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several reports and bylaws, including endorsing master plans for the Keswick and Pioneer cemeteries, reviewing cemetery operations, and establishing fees for electric vehicle charging stations. Council will also vote on zoning amendments and part-lot control removals for specific properties, and hear presentations from community groups.

• Endorse Keswick Cemetery Master Plan and Pioneer Cemeteries Management Plan (capital improvements)
• Bylaw 2024-0012 to establish fees for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Zoning bylaw amendment for Ballymore Development, Part of Lot 15, Concession 3, The Queensway North
• Part lot control removal for 9 Biscayne Blvd and Cliff Thompson Court
• Proclamations for Epilepsy Awareness Month and Seniors' Month

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets to approve minutes from December 12, 2023, and review the 2023 livestock kill report. Staff will present the Countryside Zoning Bylaw for committee approval. The agenda also includes discussions on regional ditching and illegal dumping on rural properties.

• Approval of the 2023 Livestock Kills report
• Presentation and approval of the Countryside Zoning Bylaw
• Discussion of Regional Ditching
• Discussion of Illegal Dumping on Rural Properties

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility-related updates, including presentations on the Pefferlaw Park limestone screening trail expansion and accessible washroom renovations. The committee will also receive updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the process for new playground installations. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Presentation on Pefferlaw Park Limestone Screening Trail Expansion
• Presentation on Pefferlaw Park Accessible Washrooms
• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Verbal update on process for new playground installations
• Adoption of minutes from November 7 and December 12, 2023 meetings

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear one minor variance application for 23965 Woodbine Avenue. Staff recommend approving the application to allow open storage with a reduced side yard setback, subject to fire department confirmation. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Minor Variance Application A32-23 for 23965 Woodbine Ave to permit open storage where not normally allowed
• Request to reduce interior side yard setback from 6.0 m to 1.5 m for open storage
• Approval conditioned on fire department sign-off and completion within 2 years

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will review updates on the Anti-Racism Policy and a corporate training budget request. Members will also hold a roundtable discussion regarding committee priorities.

• Verbal update on Anti-Racism Policy
• Verbal update on Equity and Diversity Corporate Training Budget Request
• Committee Orientation 2022-2026 presentation
• Roundtable discussion on Committee Priorities
• Black History Month events at Georgina Public Library

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee is meeting to hear two appeals of Dangerous Dog Orders. Owner Renee Blake of 115 Dunkirk Avenue, Sutton, appeals an order for the dog 'Qincy', and owners Andrew Knight and Irene (Irka) Dorosh of 272 Kenwood Avenue, Keswick, appeal an order for the dog 'River'. The committee will also appoint a chair, adopt minutes from August 15, 2023, and handle procedural items.

• Appeal 23-1703: Renee Blake, 115 Dunkirk Avenue, Sutton, appeals Dangerous Dog Order for 'Qincy'
• Appeal 23-3877: Andrew Knight & Irene (Irka) Dorosh, 272 Kenwood Avenue, Keswick, appeal Dangerous Dog Order for 'River'
• Adoption of minutes from August 15, 2023 meeting

Council Meeting

Council will consider approving $296,827 in grants to six local organizations under the Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, plus a $1,659 reimbursement to the Duclos Point Property Owners. They will also receive an update on the EV ChargeON grant and decide whether to apply for EV charger installations at the new Civic Centre. A delegation from the Georgina Community Food Pantry will present 2023 statistics on local food insecurity.

• Grant disbursements: Routes Connecting Communities $34,200, Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture $125,000, The Skilled Trades Centre (GTTI) $50,000, Georgina Feral Cat Committee $6,000, Georgina Military Museum $25,000, Georgina Chamber of Commerce $56,627
• Reimbursement of $1,659 to Duclos Point Property Owners for a Minor Variance application for a pavilion/community shelter
• Reserve $51,514 of the $350,000 grant budget for Intake 2
• Direct staff to apply to EV ChargeON for EV charger installations at the Replacement Civic Centre, with a $20,000 cost-share
• Proclamation request: 'Optimist Day' on February 1, 2024, and flag flying from Feb 1-15 for the club's 75th anniversary

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on January 23, 2024, at the Town of Georgina Civic Centre. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and general information items. Two specific items are listed for discussion: the Countryside Zoning Bylaw and a letter from MP Scot Davidson opposing the federal carbon tax.

• Discussion of Countryside Zoning Bylaw
• Letter from MP Scot Davidson opposing federal carbon tax
• Adoption of minutes from November 21, 2023 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear and likely decide on three applications: a consent to sever a residential lot at 357 Lake Drive North, a minor variance for a tall fence at 593 Duclos Point Road, and a combined consent and three minor variances at 281 Hillcrest Road. Staff recommend approval for all, subject to conditions. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, minutes, and adjournment.

• Consent B16-23: sever one new residential lot at 357 Lake Drive North, Keswick
• Minor Variance A26-23: allow 3.05m high fence around tennis court at 593 Duclos Point Road, with reduced front setbacks
• Consent B12-23 and Minor Variances A18-23, A19-23, A30-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road, Keswick
• All approvals subject to conditions including surveys, deeds, and agency confirmations

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and reports, including a proposed off-road vehicle bylaw, updates to the procurement policy, and a sign bylaw relief application. Council will also vote on establishing water and sewer service rates, amending various fees, and a zoning bylaw amendment for Platinum Homes at 1933 Metro Road North. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a closed session for legal advice.

• Bylaw 2024-0003 permitting off-road vehicles on specified municipal roads
• Bylaw 2024-0001 and 2024-0002 establishing water and sewer service rates
• Zoning bylaw amendment 500-2024-0001 for Platinum Homes, 1933 Metro Road North
• Sign bylaw relief for two oversized real estate signs at Lake Drive East, Plan 208, Lots 20 & 21
• Procurement policy updates and adoption of Bylaw 2024-0004

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting on January 16, 2024, at the Civic Centre. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, minutes, and reports, with one substantive item under other business: a previous initiative from the Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee regarding the Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail.

• Discussion of previous initiative from Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee
• Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail mentioned as item under other business
• Adoption of minutes from November 14, 2023 meeting

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to hear two appeals against property standards orders issued for properties at 93 and 97 Burke Street in Sutton. The agenda also includes routine items such as appointing a chair, approving the agenda, and adopting minutes from the October 23, 2023 meeting.

• Property Standards Appeal 22-3679 by owner 1446696 Ontario Inc. for 93 Burke Street, Sutton
• Property Standards Appeal 22-3678 by owner Kingsberg Development Corp. for 97 Burke Street, Sutton
• Adoption of minutes from October 23, 2023 Property Standards meeting