Huron-Kinloss public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting

Council will consider a consent agenda including adoption of minutes, financial reports, and multiple by-laws. Key items include authorizing $1,855,050.73 in December accounts, approving a $25,000 development charges study, and enacting 14 by-laws covering drainage repairs, zoning amendments, fees, and liquor policies.

• Authorize payment of December accounts totaling $1,855,050.73
• Approve $25,000 plus HST for a development charges background study with B.M. Ross and Associates
• Enact by-laws for municipal drain repairs (Pollock, Walden, Lowry, Wilken) and new drains (Van Diepenbeek)
• Adopt 2024 consolidated rates and fees by-law and water/wastewater fees by-law
• Approve zoning amendment by-law Z-2023-082 for Van Sickle property

Lucknow and District Fire Board

The Lucknow and District Fire Board will consider approving its 2024 budget estimates and a 2024 meeting schedule. The board also plans to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Municipal Act.

• Approval of 2024 Lucknow District Fire Department budget estimates (Report LDFB-2023-12-11)
• Closed session for personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
• Approval of 2024 Lucknow and District Fire Board meeting schedule
• Receipt of year-to-date financial report and expenditures report for December 2023
• Receipt of 4th quarter periodic activities report

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a zoning by-law amendment for a surplus farm dwelling severance. The amendment would prohibit residential use on the agricultural parcel and recognize existing buildings as compliant. A holding provision is proposed for areas of high archaeological potential. Council is also set to adopt a confirmatory by-law.

• Public hearing for Z-2023-082 Van Sickle: zoning amendment to facilitate surplus farm dwelling severance
• Proposed prohibition of residential use on the agricultural parcel
• Holding provision in areas of high archaeological potential
• Adoption of Confirmatory By-law 2023-123

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a delegation from the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation regarding the MRI addition to the Kincardine Hospital Redevelopment. Staff reports propose approving 2024 consolidated fees, cemetery fees, and water/wastewater fees, along with a permanent liquor sales licence policy and a lease for the Point Clark Community Centre basement. Several monthly status reports from various departments will be received for information.

• Delegation from Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation on MRI addition to Kincardine Hospital Redevelopment
• Proposed approval of 2024 consolidated fees, cemetery fees, and water/wastewater fees
• Proposed approval of permanent liquor sales licence policy and alcohol risk management policy
• Proposed authorization of a by-law for Point Clark Community Centre basement lease pending legal review
• Discussion of a resolution from Grey Highlands regarding battery storage systems, seeking no support until safety guidelines are issued

Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board

The Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board is meeting to discuss the 2024 OPP annual billing statement for the township, a volunteer policy, and the RZone respect and responsibility policy. The board will also receive the detachment commander's report for September-October 2023 and a Crime Stoppers quarterly report.

• Review of OPP 2024 Annual Huron-Kinloss Billing Statement (HKPSB-2023-11-10)
• Consideration of Volunteer Policy (3.0) and RZone Respect and Responsibility Policy (5.0)
• Detachment Commander's Report for September-October 2023
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Q3 Report (July-September 2023)

Council Meeting

Council will receive financial reports, including ratification of October accounts ($2,060,255.28) and authorization of November accounts ($1,652,766.91). They will also hear a Deloitte update on the Strategic Plan, consider changes to the Waste Management By-law for the 2024 garbage collection contract, and vote on several by-laws including repealing the dry culvert policy, adopting volunteer and RZone policies, appointing an Integrity Commissioner, and approving the Smith Municipal Drain repair. A closed session is scheduled for legal advice and land matters.

• Ratify October 2023 accounts totaling $2,060,255.28
• Authorize November 2023 accounts totaling $1,652,766.91
• Approve changes to Waste Management By-law for 2024 garbage collection contract
• Pass By-law 2023-117 for Smith Municipal Drain repair
• Direct staff to include $7,578.51 in 2024 budget for Clean Water Act services

Court of Revision

The Court of Revision will convene to consider any late or verbal appeals regarding property assessments or similar matters. No written appeals were filed during the appeal period.

• No written appeals were received during the appeal period.
• The Court will consider whether to accept non-written (late or verbal) appeals.
• The meeting includes a presentation of evidence by the engineer and Court deliberations.

Council (Planning)

This agenda for the Huron-Kinloss Council (Planning) meeting on November 13, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Special Meeting of Council

This special meeting was called solely to consider appointing Jodi MacArthur as Chief Administrative Officer, filling a vacancy created by the announced retirement of the current CAO. Council will vote on a by-law to confirm the appointment.

• Consideration of By-law 2023-112 to appoint Jodi MacArthur as Chief Administrative Officer

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is receiving updates and reports on various township operations, including building, by-law enforcement, fire services, treasury, community services, public works, and business development. Key items include the 2024 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund allocation, the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority budget, and the conclusion of the by-law enforcement pilot program. The committee will also consider supporting resolutions on provincial matters and entering closed session for personnel and contractual discussions.

• 2024 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund allocation received for information
• 2024 Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority budget received for information
• By-law Enforcement Services Pilot Summer Program conclusion report received
• Directs staff to bring forward by-law to repeal Dry Culvert Policy (By-Law 2002-18)
• Closed session for boundary dispute update, Integrity Commissioner RFP, and personnel matters

Council Meeting

Council will hear a public meeting on the Van Diepenbeek Municipal Drain report, accept the 2022 audited financial statements, and vote on several by-laws including an OPP policing agreement amendment, a zoning amendment, and the appointment of a fire chief. Routine financial reports and hiring approvals are also on the agenda.

• Public meeting and potential by-law for Van Diepenbeek Municipal Drain
• Approval of 2022 audited financial statements
• By-law to amend OPP police services agreement (By-law 2023-107)
• Zoning amendment by-law for Martin property (By-law 2023-108)
• Appointment of Shane Watson as Fire Chief (By-law 2023-110)

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting and vote on a zoning amendment (Z-2023-055 Martin) to allow creation of two smaller specialized farm lots and enlarge an existing non-farm lot. They will also receive a deferral report on the Lucknow Kinsmen zoning application and discuss a legislative update on housing affordability task force recommendations. The meeting includes a closed session for employee recruitment.

• Public hearing and vote on Z-2023-055 Martin zoning amendment for a 44-hectare farm property
• Deferral report on Z-2023-039 Lucknow Kinsmen zoning application
• Discussion of Housing Affordability Taskforce recommendations and direction to prepare a response to the Minister of Municipal Affairs
• Closed session for personal matters about identifiable individuals (employee recruitment)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive staff reports and consider several motions, including approving the development of concept 3 and tender packages for the Ripley Medical Centre, authorizing an application to the Near Term Investment Program for renovations, and entering into agreements for police services and Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority Category Three Services. The agenda also includes a resolution supporting a Guaranteed Livable Income program and a closed session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Approve $9,080.00 contract with TMHC Inc. for stage one-two archaeological assessment at Ripley Cemetery entrance
• Approve development of concept 3 and tender packages for Ripley Medical Centre; authorize application to Near Term Investment Program
• Approve amending agreement with Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services for police services under Police Services Act
• Support Towns of Grimsby resolution advocating for Guaranteed Livable Income program
• Enter into Category Three Services agreement with Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority

Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board

The Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board is meeting to discuss several staff reports, including an OPP Detachment Board update, a Golf Car Pilot Project update, and a Code of Conduct Policy update. The board will also hear the Detachment Commander's report covering May through August 2023. The agenda includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and information items on Zone 5 and community safety planning.

• OPP Detachment Board Update September 2023 (HKPSB-2023-09-6)
• Golf Car Pilot Project Update September 2023 (HKPSB-2023-09-7)
• Code of Conduct Policy Update (HKPSB-2023-09-8)
• Detachment Commander's Report (May-Aug 2023)
• Community Safety and Well-Being Planning Advisory Committee minutes

Lucknow and District Fire Board

The Lucknow and District Fire Board will consider accepting the resignation of the fire chief and review a periodic activities report covering June through August 2023. The board will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and set the final 2023 meeting date.

• Resignation of Fire Chief (LDFB-2023-09-10) — board to consider acceptance
• Lucknow District Fire Department Periodic Activities Report for June, July, and August 2023 (LDFB-2023-09-9)
• Adoption of minutes from June 15, 2023 and special meeting of June 17, 2023
• Final 2023 meeting scheduled for December 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

Council Meeting

Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including accepting a quotation for a new street sweeper, amending building fees, releasing an easement, appointing an acting fire chief, and removing a zoning holding provision. They will also receive financial reports and ratify payments totaling over $3.5 million for August and September 2023.

• Accept Cubex Limited quotation of $424,731.50 plus HST for a Scarab Maven 65 demo street sweeper
• Public meeting on proposed building fee amendments under the Building Code Act
• Ratify August 2023 accounts of $2,088,647.65 and authorize September 2023 accounts of $1,448,280.28
• Approve release of easement at 2 McTavish Crescent, Lot 2, Plan M49
• Appoint South Bruce Fire Chief Guy Gallant as Acting Fire Chief and ratify MOUs with South Bruce and Brockton

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting and vote on a zoning by-law amendment to allow a Parochial School serving the horse-drawn carriage community on a 0.5-hectare site. The agenda also includes a confirmatory by-law and standard procedural items.

• Z-2023-064 Brubacher: site-specific zoning amendment to General Agriculture Special for a Parochial School
• Holding provision proposed in areas of high archaeological potential
• Public hearing and council vote on the application

Council approved planning application Z-2023-064 Brubacher to permit a parochial school serving the horse-drawn carriage community. The decision includes rezoning a 0.5-hectare area to Agriculture General Special (AG1-25.3) and other lands to General Agriculture (AG1).

• Approved planning application Z-2023-064 Brubacher (Carried)
• Passed Confirmatory September 2023 By-law as By-law No.2023-97 (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from the County of Bruce on proposed development charges. Staff reports cover monthly updates on building, by-law enforcement, fire, drainage, treasury, community services, public works, and economic development. The committee will accept the resignation of Fire Chief Chris Cleave and consider noise exemptions for two wedding receptions. Several resolutions supporting other municipalities on anti-hate policies, black ash tree strategy, and climate emergency funding will be discussed.

• Presentation by County of Bruce on proposed development charges
• Acceptance of Fire Chief Chris Cleave's resignation
• Noise exemption for wedding reception at 23 Railway St., Ripley (Sept 16-17) and 1648 County Rd 1, Holyrood (Sept 23-24)
• Support for Township of Arran-Elderslie's anti-hate committee exploration
• Authorization of MOU with Ripley Lions for book exchange at Point Clark Community Centre

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to obtain a legal opinion regarding the use of Part 3 of the zoning by-law to address commercial business infractions in A1 Zones. The committee also approved several new hires and accepted the resignation of the Fire Chief.

• Directed staff to obtain legal opinion on pursuing Part 3 zoning by-law infractions for commercial business in A1 Zones
• Authorized memorandum of understanding with Ripley Lions for a book exchange at Point Clark Community Centre
• Approved hiring of a Recreation Programmer, Co-op placement, and Ripley Arena Attendants
• Accepted resignation of Fire Chief Chris Cleave
• Supported Township of Arran-Elderslie in exploring an Inclusion and Accessibility Committee

Council Meeting

Council will receive financial reports for July and August 2023, including ratification of $3,371,405.99 in July accounts and authorization of $965,473.32 in August accounts. Several by-laws are up for final passage, including a temporary fire services MOU with South Bruce Brockton, a Point Clark weather station MOU, a council-staff relations policy, a council code of conduct, and a bonded wearing course contract with Walker Construction. A petition for lighting on Lake Range Drive and Bell Drive will be referred to staff.

• Ratification of July 2023 accounts totaling $3,371,405.99
• Authorization of August 2023 accounts totaling $965,473.32
• Final passage of By-law 2023-90: Temporary Fire Services MOU with South Bruce Brockton
• Final passage of By-law 2023-91: Point Clark Weather Station MOU
• Final passage of By-law 2023-95: Bonded Wearing Course Quotation Acceptance (Walker Construction)

Council passed several by-laws regarding fire services, weather station operations, and council conduct. They authorized nearly $1M in August payments and ratified $3.37M in July accounts. A petition for lighting at Lake Range Drive and Bell Drive was referred to staff.

• Ratified July 2023 account payments of $3,371,405.99
• Authorized August 2023 account payments of $965,473.32
• Approved exemption for Councillor Flett to attend a third conference
• Referred Lake Range Drive and Bell Drive Lighting Petition to staff
• Passed Temporary Fire Services MOU By-law No. 2023-90
• Passed Point Clark Weather Station MOU By-law No. 2023-91
• Passed Council Staff Relations Policy By-law No. 2023-92 and Code of Conduct By-law No. 2023-93
• Passed Bonded Wearing Course Quotation Acceptance By-law No. 2023-95

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting on a zoning amendment for the Lucknow Kinsmen to allow a club house and storage building, then consider a $735,073.50 contract with Walker Construction for road preservation on Concession 4 and 8. A public meeting on the Gaunt-Laidlaw Municipal Drain report is also scheduled, with a provisional by-law to follow. Other items include a report on driveway width regulations and a closed session regarding land at Ripley Industrial Park.

• Public meeting on Z-2023-039 Lucknow Kinsmen zoning amendment for club house and storage building
• Quotation from Walker Construction Ltd. for $735,073.50 plus HST for Bonded Wearing Course on Concession 4 and 8
• Public meeting and report on Gaunt-Laidlaw Municipal Drain, with draft by-law 2023-89
• Report on housekeeping zoning by-law amendment for driveway widths
• Closed session for proposed acquisition or disposition of land at Ripley Industrial Park

Council awarded a pavement preservation contract to Walker Construction Ltd. and deferred a zoning amendment for the Lucknow Kinsmen to address public concerns. A drainage report for the Gaunt-Laidlaw Municipal Drain was referred back to the engineer for revisions regarding standing water.

• Approved $735,073.50 (plus HST) contract to Walker Construction Ltd. for road work on Concession 4 and 8
• Deferred decision on Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2023-039 (Lucknow Kinsmen) for up to 60 days
• Referred Gaunt-Laidlaw Municipal Drain report back to the Engineer to address standing water and watershed boundaries
• Supported a housekeeping zoning by-law amendment to update driveway width provisions
• Adopted minutes from June 19, 2023 and July 17, 2023 meetings
• Received Water Wastewater August 2023 report (PW-2023-08-43) for information

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss repealing the community flag policy following a delegation from Sarah Foster. Other items include proposed changes to building permit fees, a code of conduct policy update, and support for several resolutions from other municipalities.

• Repeal of Community Flag Policy (By-law 2018-62) after delegation from Sarah Foster
• Proposed changes to building permit fees with a public meeting required
• Code of Conduct Policy update for council members
• Authorization to participate in County of Bruce's RFP for Integrity Commissioner services
• Support for resolutions on healthcare, short-term rentals, building official vacancies, child care, and renovictions

The Committee defeated a motion to repeal the Community Flag Policy and stop raising community flags on Township property. Other actions included approving changes to building permit fees and authorizing a weather station installation. The Committee also expressed support for provincial requests regarding emergency infrastructure, short-term rental legislation, and childcare.

• Defeated repeal of Community Flag Policy and ban on community flags (2-4)
• Approved proposed changes to Building permit fees
• Authorized MOU with Lurgan Beach Association Toy Library
• Authorized investigation into costs and locations for a pickleball site
• Approved MOU with Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority for a weather station at Point Clark Community Centre
• Confirmed hiring of Olivia Kwantes as a Lighthouse Tour Guide
• Supported Town of Essex request for provincial action on emergency response infrastructure
• Supported request to legislate third-party Short Term Rental brokerage companies

Council Meeting

Council will decide on a housekeeping zoning amendment that would permit additional residential units in agricultural zones across the entire township, and on a separate zoning amendment to add a holding provision for archaeological review on a rural lot. The meeting also includes adoption of several master plans, a by-law enforcement agreement, and approval of monthly accounts totaling over $6.8 million.

• Z-2023-045: housekeeping amendment to allow second dwelling units in AG1, AG3, AG4 zones township-wide
• Z-2023-046 Ropp: holding provision for archaeological assessment on a proposed +/-20-hectare lot severance
• Adoption of Growth Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan (By-law 2023-76)
• Adoption of Parks and Recreation Master Plan (By-law 2023-82) and Fire & Emergency Services Strategy Plan (By-law 2023-83)
• Agreement with Fairmount Security Services for by-law enforcement relief and weekend pilot program

Council approved two planning applications and passed several by-laws regarding water, wastewater, and emergency services. The 2022 Asset Management Plan was approved, and a contract for by-law enforcement relief was authorized. A proposed Parks and Recreation Master Plan by-law was defeated.

• Approved planning application Z-2023-045 for rural housing flexibility
• Approved planning application Z-2023-046 Ropp
• Ratified June 2023 account payments of $6,150,335.23
• Authorized July 2023 account payments of $692,351.97
• Approved agreement with Fairmount Security Services for by-law enforcement relief
• Approved the Township of Huron-Kinloss Asset Management Plan 2022
• Defeated the Adopt Parks and Recreation Master Plan (2023) By-law
• Passed by-laws for Fire & Emergency Services Strategy Plan and Ripley Industrial Park Hydro Servicing

Special Meeting of Council

This is a special meeting of Huron-Kinloss Council called solely for a Strategic Planning Workshop facilitated by Deloitte. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda includes only the workshop, a declaration of pecuniary interest, and adjournment.

• Strategic Planning Workshop facilitated by Deloitte
• Council session on the Huron-Kinloss Strategic Plan

Council held a special meeting to participate in a Strategic Planning Session. The session was facilitated by Trudy Parsons of Deloitte and Erik Lockhart of Queen's Executive Decision Centre. No substantive motions or policy decisions were recorded.

• Participated in Strategic Planning Workshop
• Adjourned meeting at 5:56 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several municipal reports including a new Growth, Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan. Discussions include natural gas conversion funding, hydro servicing for Ripley Industrial Park, and timber harvesting agreements. The committee also addresses various noise exemptions and local business developments.

• Transfer of up to $20,000 for natural gas conversions
• Hydro servicing agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for Ripley Industrial Park
• Timber harvesting agreement with Bauman Sawmill Inc.
• Adoption of the Growth, Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan
• Noise by-law exemptions for Music in the Fields and Ripley Fall Fair

The Committee of the Whole authorized a hydro servicing and easement agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for the Ripley Industrial Park. Other key actions included adopting a water and wastewater servicing master plan and approving a timber harvesting agreement. The committee also granted several noise by-law exemptions for local events.

• Authorized hydro servicing and easement agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for Ripley Industrial Park
• Adopted the Growth, Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan by B.M. Ross & Associates Limited
• Approved timber harvesting agreement with Bauman Sawmill Inc. for Kinloss road allowance
• Authorized transfer of up to $20,000 for natural gas conversions
• Granted noise by-law exemptions for Music in the Fields, a wedding at 628 Lake Range Dr., and Ripley Fall Fair
• Approved temporary road closure requests from the Ripley Agricultural Society
• Appointed Will LeGrand as Business & Development Coordinator
• Supported requests regarding rural health care crisis and the right-to-repair movement

Council Meeting

Council will consider a new proposal for a Lucknow Fire Department pumper truck after the Fire Board rejected an earlier purchase, and vote on repealing the community flag raising policy. They will also receive the final 2023-2033 strategic plan from Deloitte and approve several by-laws including zoning amendments and a landfill compactor quote.

• Lucknow Fire Department pumper truck proposal from Dependable Emergency Vehicles, funded by Near-Term Investments and Fire Equipment Reserve
• Repeal of Community Flag Raising Policy (By-law 2018-62)
• Deloitte presentation of final 2023-2033 Strategic Plan
• Zoning amendment by-laws for Shelton (Z-2023-029) and Kempton (Z-2023-041)
• Approval of June 2023 accounts totaling $3,463,988.73

Council authorized the CAO to negotiate the sale of Industrial Park lands to a private sector business. The meeting also included the approval of several by-laws and the purchase of new fire equipment.

• Authorized CAO to negotiate sale of Industrial Park land to private sector business
• Approved purchase of FC-94 Model Pumper Truck for Lucknow District Fire Department
• Approved purchase of Ripley-Huron Pumper Truck (By-law 2023-72)
• Ratified May account payments of $1,570,065.70
• Authorized June account payments of $3,463,988.73
• Passed Asset Retirement Obligation Policy By-law (No. 2023-66)
• Passed Township Vehicle Use Policy Amendment By-law (No. 2023-67)
• Passed Zoning Amendments for Shelton (No. 2023-70) and Kempton (No. 2023-71)

Lucknow and District Fire Board

The Lucknow and District Fire Board is holding a special meeting to consider replacing the Lucknow District Pumper Truck. The Fire Chief will give a verbal update on negotiations and the board will consider a deferred motion to accept a proposal from Acres/Dependable Emergency Vehicles for a Vortex Model Pumper Truck, pending approval from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council. The motion also recommends that council approve an additional contribution of $53,917.21 to match Huron-Kinloss's contribution.

• Consideration of motion to accept proposal for Vortex Model Pumper Truck from Acres/Dependable Emergency Vehicles
• Recommendation for Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council to approve additional contribution of $53,917.21
• Fire Chief to provide verbal update on negotiations from June 15, 2023 meeting
• Deferred motion from Report LDFB-2023-06-7 to be considered

The Lucknow and District Fire Board approved the purchase of a Dependable Fire Pumper Truck (Proposal #58043). The Board recommended that the Fire Chief secure the vehicle via deposit while awaiting council approval for budget overages.

• Appointed Glen McNeil as Chair for the meeting (Carried)
• Defeated motion to accept Proposal LDFB2023-06-7 for a Vortex Model Pumper Truck (Defeated)
• Approved purchase of Dependable Fire Pumper Truck, Proposal #58043 (Carried)
• Recommended Fire Chief secure vehicle via deposit while awaiting Huron-Kinloss and Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council approval for overages up to $50,000 each (Carried)
• Authorized Fire Chief to add features to the truck provided total costs do not exceed $700,000 inclusive of taxes (Carried)

Lucknow and District Fire Board

The Lucknow and District Fire Board is meeting to receive financial and activity reports, discuss an open-air burning bylaw update, and consider a proposal to purchase a new pumper truck pending council approval.

• Authorizing fire chief to proceed with purchase of Vortex Model Pumper Truck for Lucknow District Fire Department, pending Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council approval
• Recommending Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council approve an additional contribution of $53,917.21 to match Huron-Kinloss contribution for the pumper truck
• Receiving report on Open Air Burning By-law updates and authorizing fire chief to bring back a draft amended bylaw for implementation consideration
• Receiving year-to-date financial report for Lucknow District Fire Department as of May 30, 2023
• Receiving periodic activities report for March–May 2023

The Board deferred a decision on the purchase of a Vortex Model Pumper Truck to a special meeting on June 17 to allow staff more time for negotiations. The Board also authorized the Fire Chief to draft an updated Open Air Burning By-law for consideration by the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.

• Adopted March 16, 2023 minutes (Carried)
• Received YTD Financial Report LDFB-2023-06-5 (Carried)
• Received Activities Report LDFB-2023-03-3 (Carried)
• Authorized Fire Chief to draft amended Open Air Burning By-law for Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh consideration (Carried)
• Deferred decision on Vortex Model Pumper Truck purchase and $53,917.21 funding request to June 17 special meeting (Carried)

Court of Revision

The Court of Revision is meeting to hear an appeal by Bill Meyer regarding the Park Street municipal drain assessment for the property at 10 Huron Street. The agenda includes the appeal, evidence from the project engineer, and the court's deliberations and decision. Late or verbal appeals will not be considered, per a prior motion.

• Appeal #1 by Bill Meyer regarding 10 Huron Street, Pt. 220 Huron Plan 232
• Evidence presentation by Ed Delay, P. Eng., of R.J. Burnside and Associates Limited
• Court will deliberate and issue a decision on the appeal
• Late or verbal appeals not considered per April 12 motion

The Court of Revision reviewed drainage assessment appeals for the Park Street Municipal Drain Improvement (Phase 1). One appeal was denied, while another was modified to shift costs to the township.

• Denied appeal for 10 Huron Street (Bill and Lisa Meyer) and confirmed assessments as set by the engineer's report
• Modified assessment for Concession 7, Pt. Lot 13 (Linda and Ben Beishuizen), ruling that a $1,380 difference be assessed to Township Roads

Council (Planning)

Council will hold public hearings and vote on two zoning by-law amendments: one to allow a new residential lot with reduced area and frontage, and another to permit on-farm diversified uses including construction and excavation businesses. A by-law ratifying the Lucknow Community Centre Agreement will also be passed.

• Z-2023-029 Shelton: zoning amendment to create a ~786 m² lot from a 1,565 m² parcel with reduced frontage and a holding provision for archaeological areas
• Z-2023-041 Kempton: rezoning ~0.16 hectares to permit construction, excavation, snow removal business with outdoor storage, plus a holding provision
• By-Law 2023-64: ratification of the Lucknow Community Centre Agreement
• Confirmatory By-Law 2023-65 to adopt minutes and routine matters

Council approved two planning applications for zoning by-law amendments regarding lot creation and on-farm business use. Additionally, the Lucknow Community Centre Agreement By-Law and a confirmatory by-law were passed.

• Approved planning application Z-2023-029 Shelton for lot creation (Carried)
• Approved planning application Z-2023-041 Kempton for on-farm construction and excavation business (Carried)
• Passed Lucknow Community Centre Agreement By-Law No. 2023-64 (Carried)
• Passed Confirmatory June, 2023 By-law No. 2023-65 (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from June 5, 2023 and May 15, 2023 meetings (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several major expenditures, including a $485,000 purchase of a reconditioned landfill compactor and a $124,130 tender for guide rail installation. They will also hear a presentation on the Boiler Beach Road traffic study and consider approving a Bell Mobility meso pole tower at 344 Lake Range Drive. Other items include approving fire truck purchases for the Lucknow and Ripley-Huron stations, a letter of support for expanding primary care services at the Ripley Medical Center, and various routine reports.

• Accept quotation from Marcel Equipment Limited for $485,000 plus HST for a reconditioned 2017 CAT 816K Landfill Compactor, with a $75,000 trade-in for a 2006 CAT 816F
• Accept tender from Borall Fence and Guide Rail Company Ltd. for $124,130 plus HST for guide rail installation on Lake Range Dr. and Grey Ox Ave
• Approve in principle a Bell Mobility Meso Pole Tower at 344 Lake Range Drive and a draft wireless tower lease
• Authorize purchase of a Vortex Model Pumper Truck for Lucknow District Fire Department and a Range Model Pumper Truck for Ripley-Huron Fire Department, pending partner approvals
• Approve a letter of support for Kincardine Family Health Team's Expression of Interest for expansion of primary care services and engage an architect for Ripley Medical Center renovation

The Committee of the Whole approved the purchase of two new pumper trucks for the Lucknow District and Ripley-Huron Fire Departments. They also accepted a $124,130 contract for guide rail installation and approved a new Asset Retirement Obligations Policy.

• Approved purchase of Vortex Model Pumper Truck for Lucknow District Fire Department (pending further approvals)
• Approved purchase of Range Model Pumper Truck for Ripley-Huron Fire Department
• Accepted $124,130 plus HST tender from Borall Fence and Guide Rail Company Ltd. for Lake Range Dr. and Grey Ox Ave
• Approved Asset Retirement Obligations Policy
• Approved in principle Site Layout and Draft Lease for Bell Mobility Meso Pole Tower at 344 Lake Range Drive
• Approved 2023 Huronville Operational Plan submitted by the Municipality of Kincardine
• Approved amendments to the Township Vehicle Use Policy
• Accepted Boiler Beach Road Traffic Study in principle and directed staff to explore off-street parking

Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board

The Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board is meeting to discuss a golf car pilot project update and a legislative update on micromobility regulatory transformation. The board will also receive the OPP detachment commander's report and information items including a retirement invitation and a Crime Stoppers report. The meeting includes adoption of prior minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Golf Car Pilot Project Update May 2023 (HKPSB-2023-05-4)
• Legislative Update – Micromobility Regulatory Transformation (HKPSB-2023-05-5)
• Ontario Provincial Police Huron Kinloss Mar-Apr PSB report
• Inspector Krista Miller Retirement Party Invitation
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Coordinator Report (January to March 2023-Q1)

The Board approved the minutes from March 27, 2023. Members received several informational reports, including updates on a golf car pilot project and micromobility regulatory transformation.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Golf Car Pilot Project Update Report No. HKPSB-2023-05-4 (Carried)
• Received Legislative Update on Micromobility Regulatory Transformation Report No. 2023-05-05 (Carried)
• Received South Bruce O.P.P Detachment Commander's March-April 2023 Report (Carried)
• Received information regarding Inspector Krista Miller's retirement and Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will vote on several major contracts and policies, including a $348,167 municipal insurance program with Intact Public Entities, a $123,905 flood hazard mapping collaboration with Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority, and a $67,580 strategic plan with Deloitte. They will also consider adopting new Clean & Clear Yards and Property Standards by-laws, authorizing the Drifters Car Club to use township property for summer events, and approving a zoning amendment for MacLennan. A closed session is scheduled for litigation, solicitor-client advice, and land acquisition discussions.

• Acceptance of Intact Public Entities insurance proposal at $348,167 plus cyber insurance at $9,250
• Approval of flood hazard mapping for 6 watercourses plus Clark Creek and Pine River at $123,905
• Approval of Deloitte strategic plan contract not exceeding $67,580
• Adoption of Clean & Clear Yards and Property Standards by-laws and complaint policy
• Authorization of Drifters Car Club events on township property for summer 2023 long weekends

Council authorized a flood hazard mapping program and hired Deloitte to create a 10-year strategic plan. The Township also forgave $4,000 of a loan to the Lucknow Community Centre Board and approved several municipal by-laws.

• Forgave $4,000 of an $8,000 loan to the Lucknow Community Centre Board
• Approved $123,905 for Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority flood mapping
• Approved Deloitte proposal for 2023-2033 Strategic Plan (max $67,580 + HST)
• Approved 2023-2024 municipal insurance proposal from Intact Public Entities ($348,167 + taxes) and CFC Underwriting ($9,250 + taxes)
• Adopted Clean & Clear Yards and Property Standards Complaint Policy
• Authorized Drifters Car Club event on Township property for select 2023 dates
• Authorized Huron-Bruce Minor Hockey to use municipal parking lots annually
• Passed by-laws for 100 MacLennan zoning, Walden Drain repair, and asphalt paving

Court of Revision

The Court of Revision will hear an appeal from Bill Meyer regarding a drainage charge at 10 Huron Street. The engineer will present evidence, and the court will deliberate and issue a decision.

• Appeal #1 - Appellant: Bill Meyer, 10 Huron Street Pt. 220 Huron Plan 232
• Engineer Ed Delay, M.Eng., P.Eng., of R.J. Burnside and Associates will provide evidence
• Court may consider late or verbal appeals

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment to change a property from Residential to Light Industrial to allow development of a municipal industrial park. They will also hold a public meeting on the Clark Creek Drain project after bids exceeded the engineer's estimate by more than 33%. A staff report recommends awarding the drain construction contract to Elliott Construction for $542,472.74.

• Public hearing on Z-2023-022 to rezone land from Residential to Light Industrial for a municipal industrial park
• Public meeting on Clark Creek Drain after lowest bid exceeded 133% of engineer's estimate
• Staff report recommending award of Clark Creek drain construction to Elliott Construction for $542,472.74
• Adoption of minutes from March 31 (Special), April 12 (Planning), and April 17, 2023 Council meetings

Council approved a planning application to change land designation from Residential to Industrial for a Municipal Industrial Park. The board also moved to award a drainage contract for Clark Creek and passed several by-laws.

• Approved planning application Z-2023-022 to change zoning from Residential to Light Industrial (Carried)
• Approved awarding Clark Creek drainage works to Elliott Construction for $542,472.74 plus taxes (Carried)
• Passed By-law No. 2023-47 regarding OPA#4 (L-2023-006) to the Official Plan (Carried)
• Passed By-law No. 2023-48 for Zoning Amendment Z-2023-022 Ripley Industrial Park (Carried)
• Passed By-law No. 2023-49 as the Confirmatory May 2023 by-law (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 31, April 12, and April 17, 2023 (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a minor variance application (A-2023-019) to allow a reduced frontage of about 17 metres instead of the required 30 metres for a half-acre light industrial parcel in the Ripley Industrial Park. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and disclosure of interests.

• Public hearing for minor variance A-2023-019 to permit reduced frontage of +/- 17 m from 30 m requirement
• Proposed lot creation for light industrial use in Ripley Industrial Park, south of Bruce Road 6
• Draft decision includes conditions: future development must conform to zoning by-law, lot frontage no less than 17 m

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance to allow a reduced frontage for a half-acre parcel in the Ripley Industrial Park. This allows for the creation and sale of the lot for light industrial use.

• Adopted minutes from December 12, 2022 (Carried)
• Approved minor variance A-2023-019 to permit a reduced frontage of +/- 17 metres from the 30 metre requirement (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several items, including accepting a $353,601.75 asphalt paving quotation, adopting the Fire and Emergency Services 10-Year Strategic Plan, increasing columbarium fees, and granting noise exemptions. They will also receive numerous routine reports and hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition for the Walpole Trail.

• Accept Lavis Contracting Co. Ltd. quotation of $353,601.75 plus HST for hot mix asphalt paving on Con. 10, Lake Range Dr., and Finlay St.
• Adopt the Fire and Emergency Services 10 Year Strategic Plan as prepared by Emergency Management Group Inc.
• Increase Columbarium Care and Maintenance fee for Niche 1,2,3 from $135.00 to $180.00.
• Grant noise exemptions for Lucknow Kinsmen ball tournament (June 23-24) and wedding reception at 5 Queen Street, Ripley (August 5-6).
• Direct staff to evaluate feasibility of walking path between Patt’s Place and Boiler Beach Road.

The Committee of the Whole approved a paving contract for specific roads and adopted a 10-year Fire and Emergency Services Strategic Plan. Council also recommended a fee increase for columbarium care and directed staff to study the feasibility of a new walking path.

• Approved $353,601.75 plus HST contract with Lavis Contracting Co. Ltd. for paving on Con. 10, Lake Range Dr. and Finlay St.
• Adopted the Fire and Emergency Services 10 year Strategic Plan in principle
• Recommended increasing Columbarium Care and Maintenance fee #3 (Niche 1,2,3) from $135.00 to $180.00
• Directed staff to evaluate feasibility of a walking path between Patt’s Place and Boiler Beach Road
• Approved temporary closure of Walter St. and Washington St. in Lucknow for June 16, 17 and August 23-27, 2023
• Received building, by-law enforcement, fire, drainage, treasury, and public works reports for information

Council Meeting

Council will consider several by-laws for road reconstruction, dust control, gravel maintenance, and algae harvesting contracts. They will also debate a motion opposing Enbridge's new $200 fee for utility locates. Delegations include OPG, community safety planning, and the OPP year-end report.

• By-law 2023-40: Tanglewood, Jardine and Ridgewood Reconstruction Tender Acceptance
• Motion opposing Enbridge Gas $200 utility locate fee downloaded to municipalities
• By-law 2023-43: Algae Harvesting 2023 Agreement with Snobelen Ag Service
• Quarterly Tax Arrears Report and 2022 Statement of Development Charges
• Extension of draft approval for Hellyn Development Inc. subdivision in Lucknow

Council ratified over $4.5M in March accounts and authorized approximately $406,767 for April payments. The meeting included updates from Ontario Power Generation, the OPP, and community safety planners, as well as approval for an annual staff and council event.

• Approved March 2023 account payments of $4,597,228.56
• Authorized April 2023 account payments of $406,767.28
• Approved annual staff and council event and volunteer token of appreciation plan
• Approved April 2023 Hiring Report (CAO-2023-04-11)
• Adopted minutes of the April 3, 2023 Committee of the Whole meeting

Council (Planning)

Council will hold a public meeting on a rezoning application (Z-2023-100 MacLennan) to allow a secondary dwelling on an Agricultural Residential lot, and will consider approving the Park Street Municipal Drain (Phase 1) report and by-law. A public hearing on the drain report is also scheduled.

• Public meeting on rezoning 100 MacLennan from Environmental Protection to Agricultural Residential Special (AG3-25.175-H1) to permit a secondary dwelling
• Proposed holding provision requiring an Archaeological Assessment for high-potential lands
• Public hearing and staff report on Park Street Municipal Drain (Phase 1) with a proposed Court of Revision on May 15, 2023
• By-law for provisional approval of the Park Street Municipal Drain (Phase 1)

Council approved planning application Z-2023-100 MacLennan to allow for a secondary dwelling and a reduction of the rear yard setback. A public hearing was also held regarding the Park Street Municipal Drain (Phase 1) Report, though no final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved planning application Z-2023-100 MacLennan
• Adopted minutes of the March 20, 2023 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on several staff reports, including a $1.7M tender for road reconstruction and watermain replacement in Point Clark, a presentation from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization on transportation planning, and a request to extend draft approval for a subdivision in Lucknow. Other items include declaring fire equipment surplus, authorizing a by-law for administrative monetary penalties, and supporting resolutions from other municipalities on issues like homelessness and school bus safety.

• Tender from Omega Contractors Inc. for $1,711,231.96 to reconstruct Tanglewood Drive, Jardine Place, Ridgewood Road, replace a watermain on London Road, and build a walking path from Menomini Road to Sunset Place in Point Clark
• Presentation from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) on a Transportation Framework and Preliminary Transportation Plan
• Recommendation to extend draft approval for a 3-year period for a subdivision by Hellyn Development Inc. on Albert St. W/S in Lucknow
• Motion to direct staff to bring forward a draft by-law to establish an Administrative Monetary Penalty System
• Support for resolutions from other municipalities regarding reducing homelessness, promoting women in politics, and requiring school bus stop arm cameras

The Committee of the Whole approved a contract with Omega Contractors Inc. for road reconstruction and watermain replacement in Point Clark. Other key actions included rejecting a lakeshore shed lease offer and declining to implement a cat licensing program.

• Approved $1,711,231.96 contract to Omega Contractors Inc. for Point Clark road and watermain work
• Accepted maintenance gravel tender from Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. at $14.50 per tonne
• Accepted dust suppressant quotation from Da-Lee Dust Control Ltd. at $0.33 per litre
• Rejected contractor's offer for Lakeshore Shed Lease and discontinued negotiations
• Directed staff not to implement a cat licensing or TNR program
• Recommended a three-year extension for Hellyn Development Inc. subdivision plan
• Authorized sale of surplus Fire Department SCBA and lighting equipment
• Denied funding request from Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce

Special Meeting of Council

This is a special meeting of the Huron-Kinloss Township Council. The main business is a tour of municipal roads, facilities, and services for information gathering only, with no substantive discussions. The meeting also includes a confirmatory by-law to formalize the proceedings.

• Road tour of municipal roads, facilities, and services
• Confirmatory by-law (By-law No. 2023- ) to confirm proceedings

Council participated in an information-gathering tour of various municipal roads, facilities, and services. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

• Conducted tour of municipal roads, facilities, and services for information gathering

Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board

The Huron-Kinloss Police Services Board is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt previous minutes, and review staff reports. Key items include the 2023 OPP billing statement, the 2022 golf car pilot project annual report, and a year-end status report on short-term rentals. The board will also receive the detachment commander's report and several information items, including a funding request from Crime Stoppers.

• OPP 2023 Annual Huron-Kinloss Billing Statement (HKPSB-2023-03-1)
• 2022 Golf Car Pilot Project Annual Report (HKPSB-2023-03-2)
• Short Term Rentals Year End 2022 Status Report (HKPSB-2023-03-3)
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce funding request
• Detachment Commander Krista Miller retirement correspondence

The Board appointed Don Murray as Chair and Ian Montgomery as Vice Chair. Members received several staff reports for information, including the OPP annual billing statement and a golf car pilot project report. Staff were directed to bring a Crime Stoppers funding request to Council.

• Appointed Don Murray as Chair and Ian Montgomery as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received OPP 2023 Annual Huron-Kinloss Billing Statement for information (Carried)
• Received 2022 Golf Car Pilot Project Annual Report for information (Carried)
• Received Short Term Rentals Year End 2022 Status Report for information (Carried)
• Received South Bruce OPP 2022 Year End and Jan/Feb 2023 reports for information (Carried)
• Directed staff to bring Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce funding request to Council

Council Meeting

Council will consider and likely pass several by-laws, including the 2023 budget, tax rate, and water/wastewater fees, along with other administrative items. They will also review financial reports, accept a tender for road rehabilitation, and receive a delegation from the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority.

• 2023 Budget By-law (2023-29) and 2023 Tax Rate By-law (2023-30)
• 2023 Water and Wastewater Fees By-law (2023-31)
• Tender acceptance for H38 Rehabilitation 2 to AJN Builders Inc. for $950,185.00 plus HST
• Tile Drain Loan Application from Tim Van Sickle for approximately 11 acres, total not to exceed $45,000
• Zoning Holding Removal By-law for 674 Lake Range Dr. (Collins)

Council passed the 2023 budget, tax rate, and water and wastewater fees by-laws. The board also accepted a $950,185.00 tender for the H38 bridge rehabilitation and approved a tile drain loan for Tim Van Sickle.

• Approved 2023 Budget By-law (No. 2023-29)
• Approved 2023 Tax Rate By-law (No. 2023-30)
• Approved 2023 Water and Wastewater Fees By-law (No. 2023-31)
• Accepted $950,185.00 tender from AJN Builders Inc. for H38 Rehabilitation 2
• Approved tile loan for Tim Van Sickle not to exceed $45,000 total
• Transferred unaudited surplus of $136,496.83 to tax mitigation reserve
• Ratified February 2023 account payments of $2,194,091.13
• Authorized March 2023 account payments of $3,348,047.22

Lucknow and District Fire Board

The Lucknow and District Fire Board is meeting to receive routine reports and consider a pre-budget approval to purchase a new pumper truck for up to $600,000 in 2024. The board will also adopt minutes, review the first quarter financial report, and receive the 2022 annual report and periodic activities report.

• Pre-budget approval to purchase an Acres Emergency Vehicles pumper truck in 2024 for up to $600,000
• Adoption of December 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Receive First Quarter Financial Report
• Receive 2022 Annual Report of Lucknow and District Fire and Emergency Services
• Receive update on NFPA Firefighter Level 1 and Level 2 certification progress

The Lucknow and District Fire Board approved the purchase of an Acres Emergency Vehicles pumper truck for 2024. The Board also accepted the 2022 Annual Report and the Quarterly Financial Report.

• Approved pre-budget purchase of Acres Emergency Vehicles pumper truck for up to $600,000 (Carried)
• Accepted Quarterly Financial Report (Carried)
• Accepted 2022 Annual Report (Carried)
• Adopted December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received NFPA Firefighter level 1 and Level 2 Certification report LDFB-2023-03-2 (Carried)
• Received Periodic Activities Report LDFB-2023-03-3 (Carried)
• Received Pumper Replacement report LDFB-2023-03-4 (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing staff reports and making recommendations on several operational matters, including the purchase of two new fire pumper trucks, adoption of the Kinloss Landfill Expansion Report, and a request to assume a road allowance between two farms. The committee will also consider various routine reports and resolutions.

• Approval to purchase two 'Range' Model Fire Pumpers via Source Well cooperative, with Lucknow truck cost shared with Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh
• Adoption in principle of Kinloss Landfill Expansion Report by Dillon Consulting
• Planting 1,000 trees on unopened Sideroad 5 road allowance, costs recovered from landowner
• Support for Arran-Elderslie request to increase Tile Loan Program maximum to $125,000
• Noise exemption request for Bruce Beach Golf Course and 575 Walter Street

The Committee of the Whole approved amending the zoning by-law to permit secondary residences in rural areas as of right. Other key actions included authorizing the purchase of two fire pumpers and adopting a landfill expansion report in principle.

• Approved amending zoning by-law to permit secondary farm residences as of right
• Authorized purchase of two 'Range' model fire pumpers via Source Well co-operative
• Adopted Kinloss Landfill Expansion Report in principle
• Approved 2023-2024 Community Well-Being Program and appointed Don Murray and Jim Hanna to the grant committee
• Approved noise by-law exemptions for a wedding at Bruce Beach Golf Course and a Derby/Tractor Pull event
• Supported request for Ontario Ministry of Agriculture to increase Tile Loan Program maximum to $125,000
• Deferred decision on planting 1,000 replacement trees pending receipt of a tile drain map
• Defeated resolutions supporting Niagara Region's emergency declarations and City of Thunder Bay's support for Bill 42

Council Meeting

The Township of Huron-Kinloss Council will consider approving 14 by-laws, including zoning amendments for properties like Snobelen, McClory, Veranda, Lucknow Kinsmen, and Eadie, as well as a rates and fees amendment and agreements with NWMO and Hydro One. The council will also hear presentations on the Fire and Emergency Services Strategic Plan and the Transportation Master Plan, and will ratify January and February accounts totaling over $2.9 million.

• Ratify January 2023 accounts of $2,466,088.78 and authorize February accounts of $457,032.09
• Adopt Fire and Emergency Services 10-year Strategic Plan in principle
• Adopt Public Works Operations and Transportation Review in principle
• Pass zoning amendment by-laws for Snobelen, McClory, Veranda, Lucknow Kinsmen, and Eadie properties
• Pass by-law for Near-Term Investments Funding Agreement with NWMO

Council approved a 10-year strategic plan for fire and emergency services and a public works operations review. Several zoning amendments and official plan amendments were passed. The body also authorized over $2.9 million in payments for January and February accounts.

• Adopted Fire and Emergency Services 10 year Strategic Plan in principle
• Adopted Public Works Operations and Transportation Review in principle
• Approved $2,466,088.78 for January 2023 accounts
• Authorized $457,032.09 for February 2023 accounts
• Passed zoning amendments for Snobelen, McClory, Veranda, Lucknow Kinsmen, and Eadie
• Passed Official Plan Amendments for Veranda and Lucknow Kinsmen
• Confirmed Directors for Westario Power Inc.
• Approved exemption for staff to attend Laserfiche Training Conference

Council Meeting - Budget

This is a special budget meeting where Council will review the 2023 draft budget, including departmental budgets, capital projects, and financial reports. They will also hear a funding request from the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation and consider supporting its capital campaign. The meeting is focused on discussion and review, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• 2023 Draft Budget Presentation (TR-2023-02-17)
• Capital Forecast 2023 to 2032 (TR-2023-02-16)
• Water and Wastewater Fees 2023 (TR-2023-02-14)
• H38 Rehabilitation (PW-2023-02-4)
• Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation funding request

Council reviewed the 2023 draft budget and approved several departmental business plans in principle. Key financial actions included allocating $100,000 to the Kincardine Hospital Foundation and approving changes to water and wastewater fees. Council also authorized grant applications for green building initiatives and fire equipment.

• Directed staff to bring forward 2023 budget with estimated 4.73% tax rate increase
• Allocated $100,000 to the Kincardine Hospital Foundation Campaign
• Approved changes to 2023 water and wastewater fees
• Approved 2023 business plans in principle for Building & Planning, By-Law Enforcement, Fire (Lucknow and Ripley), Cemetery, Parks and Facilities, Community Centres, Lakeshore Environmental, Waste Management, Transportation, Equipment, Water and Wastewater, Economic Development, Point Clark Lighthouse, The Hub, General Administration, and Police Services Board
• Authorized grant applications for the Green Initiatives Building Program and Near Term Investment Program (fire pumpers, street sweeper, and landfill compactor)
• Approved H38 Rehabilitation Option one with a restriction on bridge closures in July and August
• Approved exclusion of certain expenses from 2023 budget per Ontario Regulation 284/09
• Amalgamated two separate Fire Apparatus reserves into one Huron-Kinloss Fire Equipment reserve

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing routine monthly reports and several action items, including approving software purchases, a fire chief truck replacement, and changes to consolidated fees. They will also consider authorizing a Nuclear Waste Management Organization funding agreement and a contract for grass cutting at Whitechurch Park.

• Approve purchase of Laserfiche, Questica, and Univerus software under Municipal Modernization Program
• Authorize NWMO Near-Term Investment Funding Agreement and creation of reserve fund
• Approve pre-budget spending up to $8,964 plus HST for ceiling and lighting at Ripley-Huron Community Centre
• Approve $95 per cut grass cutting services agreement with Gord Dale for Whitechurch Park
• Approve changes to 2023 consolidated fees

The Committee of the Whole approved the execution of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization Near-Term Investment Funding Agreement and the creation of a corresponding reserve fund. Other key actions included approving software purchases for municipal modernization and authorizing a $25,000 pre-budget commitment for flood hazard mapping.

• Authorized execution of NWMO Near-Term Investment Funding Agreement and creation of reserve fund
• Approved purchase of Laserfiche, Questica, and Univerus Registration and G/L module
• Approved $8,964 plus HST for ceiling tiles and lighting at Ripley-Huron Community Centre
• Approved $95 per cut grass cutting services agreement with Gord Dale for Whitechurch Park
• Approved amended consolidated fees for landfill services
• Authorized $25,000 pre-budget commitment to Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority for flood mapping
• Authorized by-laws to amend Medical Tiered Response Policy Criteria
• Authorized easement agreement for Hydro One PT LT 16 CON 3

Committee of the Whole

The Huron-Kinloss Committee of the Whole meets to review staff reports and decide on several items, including adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, raising summer camp fees, and pre-budget approval for a fire chief vehicle. The agenda also includes numerous year-end reports and routine updates.

• Adopt Parks and Recreation Master Plan prepared by PRC Solutions
• Raise summer camp fees from $145 to $155
• Pre-budget approval for 2019 Chevrolet Silverado demo unit for Fire Chief
• Approve applying for Skills Development Fund for Women in Construction program
• Lift easement at 736 Campbell Street (Lucknow Community Centre)

The Committee of the Whole adopted the Parks and Recreation Master Plan in principle and approved several administrative reports. Council also authorized a pre-budget purchase for a Fire Chief vehicle and approved a funding application for a women's construction program.

• Adopted Parks and Recreation Master Plan in principle (Carried)
• Approved pre-budget purchase of 2019 Chevrolet Silverado demo unit for Fire Chief, conditional on fleet specialist confirmation (Carried)
• Approved application for Skills Development Fund for Women in Construction program (Carried)
• Authorized raising summer camp fees from $145 to $155 (Carried)
• Approved lifting easement from 736 Campbell Street (Carried)
• Approved 2022 Accessibility Compliance Report (Carried)
• Supported Lanark County's declaration of Intimate Partner Violence and Violence Against Women as an epidemic (Carried)
• Supported Township of Malahide's response to Federal Government review of Cannabis Act (Carried)

Council (Planning)

This is a public planning meeting under the Planning Act. Council will hear presentations and receive public comments on five applications: two lot severances/enlargements, a forested lot addition, a 14-unit townhouse development, and expanded uses for a special events area. No final decisions are expected; recommended by-laws will be considered at a February meeting.

• Z-2022-115 Snobelen: severance of ~0.65 ha for lot enlargement, rezoning to AG1-25.20 and AG1-H1
• Z-2022-117 McClory: consent for lot addition to preserve forested lands, rezoning to Environmental Protection (EP)
• L-2022-012 and Z-2022-112 Veranda Property Investments: Official Plan and zoning amendments for two townhouse buildings (14 units), with reduced parking (1.9/unit), frontage (12.1 m), and setbacks
• L-2022-010 and Z-2022-064 Lucknow Kinsmen: expand permitted uses to allow special events including camping, max 4 events annually
• Z-2022-097 Eadie: consent to recreate two merged lots (25.3 ha and 24 ha) with zoning amendment

Council approved multiple zoning by-law amendments for land severances and the Lucknow Kinsmen's event use. They also adopted an Official Plan Amendment to allow for the construction of 14 townhouse units. One zoning by-law amendment regarding lot recreation was not approved.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2022-115 for Snobelen lot enlargement (Carried)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2023-117 for McClory lot addition (Carried)
• Adopted Official Plan Amendment L-2022-012 for 14 townhouse units (Carried)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2022-112 for Veranda Property Investments (Carried)
• Adopted Official Plan Amendment L-2022-010 for Lucknow Kinsmen event use (Carried)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2022-064 for Lucknow Kinsmen (Carried)
• Did not approve Planner's report for Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2022-097 Eadie (Carried)
• Passed Confirmatory January 2023 By-law No. 2023-08 (Carried)

Council Meeting

Huron-Kinloss Council will consider several routine financial and administrative items, including approving December 2022 accounts of $4,126,192.82 and January 2023 accounts of $1,851,553.72, passing by-laws for 2023 borrowing and interim taxation, and authorizing a land sale in Ripley Industrial Park. A delegation from B.M. Ross will present an update on the Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Ratify December 2022 accounts totaling $4,126,192.82
• Authorize January 2023 accounts totaling $1,851,553.72
• Pass 2023 Borrowing By-law (2023-01) and 2023 Interim Taxation By-law (2023-02)
• Approve Ripley Industrial Park land sale to Kelley (By-law 2023-07)
• Receive Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan update from B.M. Ross

Council approved payments totaling over $5.9 million for December and January accounts. They passed seven by-laws covering borrowing, taxation, land sales, and infrastructure. Council also received an update on the Water and Wastewater Servicing Master Plan.

• Ratified payment of December 2022 accounts for $4,126,192.82
• Authorized payment of January 2023 accounts for $1,851,553.72
• Passed 2023 Borrowing By-law (No. 2023-01)
• Passed 2023 Interim Taxation By-law (No. 2023-02)
• Passed Button Municipal Drain Repair 2023 By-law (No. 2023-03)
• Passed RIDE Grant Funding Agreement By-law (No. 2023-04)
• Passed February 2023 Tile Loan Debenture By-law (No. 2023-05)
• Passed Ripley Industrial Park Sale of Land (Kelley 2023) By-law (No. 2023-07)