Norfolk County public meetings in 2023

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review seven applications, including lot severances, boundary adjustments, and one variance request. Most applications are administrative corrections or boundary adjustments to merge residual parcels from past subdivisions. The committee will also adopt previous meeting minutes and address any deferred applications.

• Technical correction for lot depth at 5182 Hwy 3, Nanticoke
• Boundary adjustment at 133 Highway 59, Delhi to expand residential lot
• Administrative lot severances on Duchess Drive, Delhi to merge residual parcels
• Boundary adjustment at 1258 Norfolk County Rd 21, Langton
• Variance request for accessory building at 137 Bruce Street, Waterford

Council

Council is reviewing several development applications, including a 371-unit subdivision in Delhi. The meeting also includes votes on 2024 water and wastewater rates and various drainage and emergency management by-laws.

• Development application for 371 residential units at Croton Ave. and Dalton Rd. (Gardens of Delhi)
• Development application for subdivision at 1910 Turkey Point Road
• By-Law 2023-84 regarding 2024 Water and Wastewater Rates
• By-Law 2023-76 and 2023-77 for Dertinger and Lehi Municipal Drains
• Adoption of the Emergency Management Program and Emergency Response Plan

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually to handle routine procedural items and discuss the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The committee will also set its 2024 meeting schedule. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond these discussion items.

• 2024-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan discussion
• 2024 Meeting Schedule
• Approval of agenda and previous minutes
• Deputations and communications

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting in a workshop to discuss its 2024 goals and a draft correspondence to the Crown Attorney regarding violence against police officers. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are marked as discussion only.

• Discussion of 2024 goals for the police services board
• Discussion of correspondence to the Crown Attorney respecting violence against police officers

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County's Council-in-Committee meets Dec. 12, 2023, to discuss and decide on a range of items including a housing proposal, organics recycling pilot programs, an economic development strategy, and various land transfers and reports. The agenda includes several closed-session items related to land acquisition or disposition and local board operations.

• Housing Proposal HNHC (closed session, land acquisition/disposition)
• Organics Recycling Pilot Programs, EIS-23-078
• Economic Development Strategy Implementation Plan, CD-23-105
• Transfer of Reserve Lot – Talbot Road, Delhi, CS-23-172
• Summary of Bid Awards for period ending Nov. 21, 2023, CS-23-177

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Board of Health will meet to consider the proposed 2024 shared services and health unit operating budgets, the 2022 annual report, and a vector-borne disease program update. The agenda also includes a draft revised terms of reference, closed session items on public health and COVID-19 funding, and approval of prior minutes.

• Proposed 2024 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Budget (HSS-23-064)
• Proposed 2024 Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Operating Budget (CS-23-178)
• HNHU 2022 Annual Report and Attestation (HSS-23-061)
• Vector-Borne Disease Program Update 2022-2023 (HSS-23-062)
• Draft Revised Terms of Reference

Public Hearing Committee

The Public Hearing Committee is holding public hearings on two items: a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for Lynn River Heights Phase 2, and a County-initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to conform to provincial legislation (Bills 109, 23, and 97) and address policy/process clarifications. The committee will hear public input before making recommendations.

• Public hearing on development applications 28TPL2017317 and ZNPL2017317 for Lynn River Heights Ph 2, including draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment
• County-initiated Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment to conform to Bill 109, Bill 23, and Bill 97
• Proposed Site Plan Control By-law Amendment as part of the conformity package
• Correspondence from G. Douglas Vallee Limited regarding the conformity amendments

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, receiving updates, and discussing guiding documents, 2023 wrap-up, and 2024 goals. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and forward-looking.

• Approval of September 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planning Advisory Committee update from October 19, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of guiding documents (terms of reference)
• Discussion of 2023 wrap-up and 2024 goals
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting to discuss police operations and consider a 2024 budget update. A resident will present a deputation on photo radar, and the board will vote on a deferred motion supporting strong measures against violence toward police and paramedics.

• Deputation by Doug Feltmate on photo radar cameras
• Deferred motion to send correspondence to Crown Attorney supporting strong measures against violence toward police and paramedics
• 2024 meeting schedule proposed: Jan 31, Mar 27, May 29, Jul 31, Sep 25, Nov 27
• PSB budget update and 2024 departmental summary
• Correspondence from D. France re: Review of Cannabis Act

Council Workshop

Norfolk County Council is holding a workshop meeting open to the public for information only. The agenda includes a closed session for human rights training, followed by discussions on facility bookings for ice allocation and a customer service update. No decisions are expected as this is a workshop.

• Closed session for human rights training under Municipal Act section 239 (3.1)
• Workshop on facility bookings for ice allocation (1.5 hours)
• Customer service update (1 hour)

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk County Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business and discuss three heritage-related matters: Vittoria Town Hall, the Norfolk Hotel and Tavern, and the Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment. The agenda includes standard items like approving minutes and disclosing interests, with no detailed reports or decisions listed in the agenda text.

• Vittoria Town Hall discussion
• Norfolk Hotel and Tavern discussion
• Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment discussion
• Approval of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss housing and public health matters, including a proposed 2024 shared services budget and Ontario Works one-time funding. The agenda includes presentations from health networks, staff reports on public health programs, and closed-session items on personnel and COVID funding.

• Ontario Works One Time Funding 2024 (HSS-23-065)
• HNHU 2022 Annual Report and Attestation (HSS-23-061)
• Vector-Borne Disease Program Update 2022-2023 (HSS-23-062)
• Proposed 2024 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Budget (HSS-23-064)
• Closed session: Strengthening Public Health (HSS-23-067) and COVID Funding Update (HSS-23-068)

Budget Committee

The Norfolk County Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2024 rate-supported operating budget (CS-23-169) and hear a deputation on projected water rates for 2024 and 2025. The agenda includes only these two substantive items plus standard procedural items.

• Deputation by Les Anderson re: projected water rates for 2024 and 2025
• Discussion of Proposed 2024 Rate Supported Operating Budget, CS-23-169

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, consider the Economic Strategy Implementation Plan, and receive an update from the Planning Advisory Committee. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the strategy implementation plan discussion.

• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Economic Strategy Implementation Plan
• Planning Advisory Committee update re: October 19, 2023 meeting

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to review an operations monitoring report and a finance committee report on the 2024 levy budget estimate. The board will also consider minutes, committee reports, and a confirming by-law. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Operations Monitoring Report October #23-11-01
• Finance Committee Report 2024 Levy Budget Estimate Update #23-11-02
• Confirming By-Law 2023-05LIB
• Friends of the Library meeting notes from Delhi and Port Dover
• 2024 Library Board Meeting Schedule

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning by-law amendment for the property at 750 Old Highway 24. The agenda includes a presentation by the applicant's representative and consideration of the development application. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a public hearing to gather input.

• Public hearing for zoning by-law amendment ZNPL2023275 at 750 Old Highway 24
• Presentation by Melissa Stickl, Director of Architecture, G. Douglas Vallee Limited
• Attachments include development application overview, proposed zoning amendment, planning policy considerations, and concept plan

Council

Norfolk County Council is meeting to consider several planning and administrative items, including three zoning by-law amendments, a borrowing by-law, and the 2024 user fees and service charges. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a zoning application at 750 Old Highway 24, an engineer's report on the Elliott Kitchen Drain, and a motion to create a public policy directory. Much of the meeting is routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.

• Public hearing and zoning by-law amendment for 750 Old Highway 24 (ZNPL2023275)
• Zoning by-law amendments for 1910 Turkey Point Road and Langton
• By-Law 2023-80: Debenture By-Law for borrowing
• By-Law 2023-82: Establish 2024 user fees and service charges
• Motion to create a public directory of Norfolk County policies

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear nine applications for minor variances and land severances. These include requests to reconstruct vacation homes, sever agricultural parcels, and recognize existing deficiencies. The committee will decide on each application based on the zoning by-law relief requested.

• ANPL2023199: Reconstruct vacation home at 13 Walter Street, Turkey Point, seeking relief from lot area, coverage, and setback requirements.
• BNPL2023260: Sever 0.583 ha parcel at 5182 Highway 3, Nanticoke, in Agricultural designation.
• ANPL2023277/BNPL2023276: Recognize deficiencies and sever lot at 104 Market Street East, Port Dover, in Central Business District zone.
• ANPL2023288: Construct accessory building at 39 Adams Street, Courtland, exceeding height and floor area limits.
• BNPL2023268: Sever dwelling made surplus by farm amalgamation at 329 2nd Concession Road ENR.

Council-in-Committee

The Council is reviewing several temporary road closures for upcoming holiday events in Simcoe, Port Dover, Langton, Port Rowan, and Delhi. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on the Grow Norfolk study, an economic development strategy, and emergency management terms of reference.

• Temporary road closures for Simcoe Christmas Panorama (CS-23-161)
• Temporary road closures for Port Dover ChristmasFest Parade (CS-23-152)
• Temporary road closures for Langton Santa Claus Parade (CS-23-165)
• Temporary road closures for Port Rowan Christmas Tree Lighting (CS-23-167)
• Temporary road closures for Delhi BIA Christmas Parade (CS-23-170)

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss routine business, including a Medical Officer of Health update, respiratory season report, and a proposed budget amendment to the 2023 Funding and Accountability Agreement. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a confirming by-law, and other standard items.

• 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Funding and Accountability Agreement – BUDGET AMENDMENT (HSS-23-059)
• Medical Officer of Health Update (HSS-23-063)
• Respiratory Season report (HSS-23-052)
• Approval of Board of Health Minutes from October 4, 2023
• By-law 2023-10-BH - Confirming By-law

Special Council

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss a property tax matter under the Municipal Act, covering personal matters and potential litigation. The only public action is a confirming by-law to approve the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session on property tax matter (Municipal Act 239(b), 239(e))
• By-Law 2023-79 to confirm proceedings of council

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is holding public hearings on three development applications involving subdivisions and zoning by-law amendments in Delhi, Green's Corners, and Langton. The committee will hear public input before making decisions on these applications.

• Ryder Subdivision, Delhi (28TPL2023316 and ZNPL2023320)
• 1910 Turkey Point Road, Green's Corners (ZNPL2023295 and 28TPL2023294)
• Langton development (ZNPL2023298 and 28TPL2023297)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually to review two staff reports: one on adding accessible on-street parking on Bay Street in Port Rowan, and another on the Waterford Library retrofit and interior renovations. The committee will also approve previous minutes and receive an update from the Planning Advisory Committee.

• Accessible on-street parking on Bay Street, Port Rowan (CS-23-143)
• Waterford Library retrofit and interior renovations (CS-23-164)
• Approval of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planning Advisory Committee update from October 19, 2023 meeting

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Sustainability Advisory Committee will meet to discuss committee background and origins. The agenda also includes an update from the Planning Advisory Committee and information regarding a climate action rally in Port Dover.

• Presentation on Committee Background and Origins
• Planning Advisory Committee update from October 19, 2023
• Information on a Climate Action Rally in Port Dover

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing various 2024 budget requests and proposed new initiatives. The meeting includes deputations regarding library, police, and community services, alongside staff reports on user fees and infrastructure projects.

• 2024 Budget Requests from Norfolk County Public Library Board
• 2024 Budget Requests for Police Services Community Policing
• Langton Community Centre Interior Refurbishment Capital Project discussion
• Proposed 2024 New Budget Initiatives (CS-23-159)
• Budget Amendment for Port Dover Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

Budget Committee

The Norfolk County Budget Committee is meeting to review the proposed 2024-2033 Capital Plan and a companion report on projects re-budgeted in that plan. A presentation will precede the staff report. The meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.

• Proposed 2024-2033 Capital Plan
• Information Memo - Projects Re-budgeted in the Proposed 2024-2033 Capital Plan (CS-23-140)

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and review policies. Key items include a circulation policy review, operations monitoring, and reports on technology reserve funds. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Review of OP-12 Circulation Policy
• Operations Monitoring Report September #23-10-01
• Technology Replacement Operating Reserve Fund Report #23-10-04
• Technology Support Discretionary Reserve Fund Report #23-10-05
• Confirming By-Law 2023-04 LIB

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee will review several staff reports. Key discussions include a budget amendment for the 2023 Health Unit funding agreement and updates regarding the respiratory season.

• 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Funding and Accountability Agreement budget amendment
• Medical Officer of Health update
• Respiratory season report
• Terms of Reference review

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk County Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage matters, including the Backhouse Historic Site, Vittoria Town Hall, Places of Worship, the Norfolk Hotel/Tavern in Port Dover, and the Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment. The committee will also receive an update from the Planning Advisory Committee. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and disclosure of interests.

• Backhouse Historic Site discussion
• Vittoria Town Hall discussion
• Places of Worship discussion
• Norfolk Hotel/Tavern, Port Dover discussion
• Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment discussion

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, and to receive a presentation and discussion on the Grow Norfolk project (CD-23-093), including a draft consolidated report. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Grow Norfolk project update and discussion (CD-23-093)
• Norfolk County Comprehensive Review draft consolidated report (Oct 11, 2023)

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 11 applications, including lot severances and requests for minor zoning relief. The agenda includes proposals to divide semi-detached dwellings, create residential lots, and build accessory structures or additional dwelling units that exceed current zoning limits. All items are applications for decision at this meeting.

• Lot severance at 11 Yeager Avenue to split a semi-detached dwelling into two lots
• Lot severance at 48 Sydenham Street, Simcoe, creating a 1.26-acre lot
• Zoning relief for accessory structure at 3 Sheridan Boulevard (119 sq m floor area, 12% lot coverage, 5.9 m height)
• Lot severance at 5182 Highway 3, Nanticoke, creating a 1.44-acre agricultural lot
• Three applications by Verlinda Homes Ltd. at 750 Old Highway 24, Waterford, for lot severance and shared driveway easements

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to receive verbal updates on the Economic Strategy Plan, the Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance, and the Amplify Norfolk 2024 Grant Program. The committee will also approve previous minutes, introduce a new staff member, and set meeting dates for November 2023 and January 2024.

• Verbal update on Economic Strategy Plan from John Regan, Director of Strategic Innovation and Economic Development
• Verbal update on Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance from John Regan
• Verbal update on Amplify Norfolk 2024 Grant Program from Brandon Sloan, General Manager of Community Development
• Introduction of Susan Gardner, Senior Economic Development Officer
• Set meeting date for November 2023 and January 2024

Council

Council is considering several development applications for properties in Simcoe and Andy's Corners. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal drainage works and various administrative by-laws.

• Development application for 395 Queensway West, Simcoe
• Zoning amendment for Norfolk County Rd 21, Andy's Corners
• By-Law 2023-76 for Dertinger Municipal Drain works
• By-Law 2023-77 for Lehi Municipal Drain works
• By-Law 2023-62 to create a two-way left turn lane

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee meets to discuss and decide on a range of items including the sale of Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation properties, optional property tax policies, a two-way left turn lane on West Street in Simcoe, and results of the automated speed enforcement pilot. The agenda also includes deputations on gender-based violence and a food cycler program, plus several routine consent items and staff reports.

• Service Manager consent for sale of Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation (HNHC) properties (HSS-23-047)
• Optional property tax policy items: small business subclass, vacant residential units, transient accommodation tax, commercial/industrial vacant land discount (CS-23-130)
• Two-way left turn lane on West Street, Simcoe (EIS-23-054)
• Automated speed enforcement pilot program results (EIS-23-061)
• Remembrance Day temporary road closures in Port Dover, Simcoe, and Waterford (CS-23-141)

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is holding public hearings on three zoning by-law amendment applications. The committee will hear comments on proposed changes for properties on Norfolk County Rd 21, 185 Robinson Street in Simcoe, and 750 Old Highway 24. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is for public input only.

• ZNPL2023237 - Norfolk County Rd 21 zoning amendment
• ZNPL2020244 - 185 Robinson Street, Simcoe zoning amendment
• ZNPL2023275 - 750 Old Highway 24 zoning amendment
• Public comments received for 185 Robinson Street (Attachment D)

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss several staff reports, including a COVID-19 after-action report, a strategic planning process, a health equity program update, and a report on strengthening public health and voluntary mergers. The board will also receive an update from the Acting Medical Officer of Health and consider a confirming by-law. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• COVID-19 After Action Report (HSS-23-048)
• Strategic Planning Process (HSS-23-050)
• Health Equity Program Update (HSS-23-049)
• Strengthening Public Health and Voluntary Mergers (HSS-23-056)
• Acting Medical Officer of Health Update (HSS-23-057)

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee is meeting for orientation, electing a chair and vice-chair, and considering the appointment of a Planning Advisory Committee member. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no substantive policy items or dollar amounts listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Committee orientation training
• Appointment of Planning Advisory Committee member
• Setting the meeting schedule

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to review and potentially approve several items, including the 2024 levy and capital budget, updates to workplace policies, and a confirming by-law. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Finance Committee Report on 2024 Levy and Capital Budget (#23-09-03)
• Technology Support Discretionary Reserve Fund Report (#23-09-04)
• Library Reserve Account 2022 Operating Surplus Report (#23-09-05)
• Review of HR-07 Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Policy, HR-08 Prevention of Workplace Violence Policy, and HR-09 Health and Safety Policy
• Confirming By-law 2023-03 LIB

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates and reports on public health and social services. Key items include a COVID-19 after-action report, a strategic planning process, and a proposal to sell Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation properties. The committee will also discuss provincial funding allocations for homelessness prevention and other programs.

• COVID-19 After Action Report (HSS-23-048)
• Health Unit Strategic Planning Process (HSS-23-050)
• Service Manager Consent-Sale of Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation Properties (HSS-23-047)
• Provincial Allocation of OPHI and COCHI Funding and Investment Plan 2023-2024 (HSS-23-051)
• Homelessness Prevention Program Update (HSS-23-054)

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting to review the 2024 budget overview, make recommendations on 2023 Community Policing Funds, and discuss speed enforcement, intimate partner violence, and unlawfully modified vehicles. The board will also consider funding registration for the Be Well Serve Well Conference. Operational statistics reports for June, July, and August 2023 are on the consent agenda.

• 2024 Budget Overview
• Recommendations re: 2023 Community Policing Funds
• Speed Enforcement Discussion
• Intimate Partner Violence Discussion
• Be Well Serve Well Conference - Request Registration Funds

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually for orientation training, electing a chair and vice chair, and appointing a member to the Planning Advisory Committee. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed.

• Committee orientation training
• Chair/Vice Chair election
• Planning Advisory Committee appointment
• Approval of previous minutes (Oct 26, 2022)
• Remaining 2023 meeting dates

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting for orientation, electing a chair and vice chair, and appointing a member to the Planning Advisory Committee. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no substantive policy items or public hearings listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of Planning Advisory Committee Member
• Committee orientation training
• Setting of meeting schedule

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

This agenda is for the Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee meeting on September 25, 2023. The document contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

Special Council

Norfolk County's Special Council meeting on September 25, 2023, includes a closed session on the inter-urban water supply update, followed by a staff report on the draft Norfolk County Housing Pledge (CD-23-061). The council will discuss the housing pledge, which relates to provincial housing targets, and may pass a confirming by-law. The meeting is largely procedural, with the housing pledge as the main substantive item.

• Closed session on Inter-Urban Water Supply Update (negotiations)
• Staff report CD-23-061: Norfolk County Draft Housing Pledge
• Attachments include MMAH housing pledge letter and target letter
• Confirming By-Law 2023-73

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk County Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage matters, including the Lynwood Bandshell, the Norfolk Hotel/Tavern in Port Dover, the Carillon Tower, and the Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment. The committee will also review an updated Terms of Reference and receive updates on places of worship, Vittoria Town Hall, Governor Simcoe Square, and the Norfolk County Archives. Other business includes appointing a Planning Advisory Committee member and setting a date for a year-end gathering.

• Lynwood Bandshell discussion
• Norfolk Hotel/Tavern, Port Dover discussion
• Carillon Tower discussion
• Vittoria Dam Class Environmental Assessment discussion
• Heritage Advisory Updated Terms of Reference review

Council Workshop

This is a Council Workshop meeting focused on educational training regarding the Economic Development Strategy. The agenda lists five discussion topics: employment/industrial lands, small business/entrepreneur development, tourism, branding/reputation, and tools/incentives/resourcing. No decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion and training session.

• Discussion of employment/industrial lands
• Discussion of small business/entrepreneur development
• Discussion of tourism
• Discussion of branding/reputation
• Discussion of tools/incentives/resourcing

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 17 applications for minor variances and land severances. Items include boundary adjustments, severances of farm dwellings, and requests for relief from zoning by-laws for accessory structures, boathouses, and vacation homes. The meeting is open to the public and web-streamed.

• Severance for future development of 701 residential units at 468 Concession 2 Woodhouse (BNPL2023176)
• Boundary adjustment to expand residential lot at 133 Highway 59, Delhi (BNPL2023184)
• Severance of dwelling made surplus through farm amalgamation at 1190 Middleton-North Walsingham Townline Road (BNPL2023197)
• Relief to allow accessory building of 309.9 sq m in Agricultural zone at 7504 Indian Line Road (ANPL2022046)
• Relief to reconstruct vacation home at 9 Snooks Drive with zero lot frontage (ANPL2023245)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Norfolk County Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting for orientation, appointing a Planning Advisory Committee member, and approving August minutes. The main business is a verbal update from Director John Regan on the strategy plan and department highlights. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Appointment of Planning Advisory Committee member
• Approval of August 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Verbal report on strategy plan and department highlights by Director John Regan

Council

Norfolk County Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including several by-laws for first and second reading, a motion to amend the fireworks by-law, and reports from committees and staff. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a closed session for collective bargaining updates and land matters. Notable items include by-laws authorizing collective agreements with CUPE Local 4700 and OPSEU Local 279, establishing BIA boards for Simcoe and Delhi, and creating a community safety zone on Norfolk Street.

• By-Law 2023-66: Authorize CUPE Local 4700 collective agreement
• By-Law 2023-67: Authorize OPSEU Local 279 essential ambulance services collective agreement
• By-Law 2023-58: Designate community safety zone on Norfolk Street (Union to Hawthorne)
• Motion to amend fireworks by-law (remove July 4th, change 2 days to 1 day prior)
• Request for closure and conveyance of part road allowance between Concessions 4 and 5, Houghton

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee will consider a draft housing pledge, receive the Phase 1 KPMG economic development strategy, and review a summary of bid awards. The agenda also includes deputations on a community hospice and a new dog park, plus several consent items such as community safety zones and temporary road closures. Closed session items involve land acquisitions and a property sale.

• Draft Norfolk County Housing Pledge (CD-23-061)
• New Economic Development Strategy Phase 1: KPMG Report (CD-23-069)
• Summary of Bid Awards for period ending August 22, 2023 (CS-23-123)
• Community Safety Zone on Norfolk Street, Simcoe (EIS-23-051)
• Temporary road closures for Waterford Lions Pumpkinfest and Langton Fair

Council approved a two-year bulk highway salt contract and established several new speed zones. The committee also authorized year-round operation of the South Walsingham Transfer Station and approved a $26,000 scanner for county archives.

• Approved $4,064,600 contract with Windsor Salt Ltd. for 2023-2025 winter seasons
• Approved year-round operation of South Walsingham Transfer Station with $60,400 operating budget and $150,000 for a new scale
• Approved $26,000 for KAS 3.0 Overhead Scanner for Norfolk County Archives
• Authorized speed zone reductions (50-60 km/h) on NCR 45, Thompson Road West, NCR 19, Nixon Road, and Charlton Road
• Created a 24/7 Community Safety Zone on Norfolk Street in Simcoe from Union Street to Hawthorne
• Approved 2022 financial statements for Haldimand-Norfolk Housing Corporation and appointed Millard, Rouse and Rosebrugh as auditors
• Re-appointed Jean Montgomery and Leah Vantil to the Haldimand-Norfolk Housing Corporation Board
• Defeated resolution to finalize a Norfolk County Housing Pledge

By-law Appeals Committee

This agenda for the Norfolk County By-law Appeals Committee meeting on September 6, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss COVID-19 response and vaccination funding for 2024, including a closed session item on program updates and a staff report on COVID-19 funding. The board will also review communications from the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) on child, youth and family services, public health funding, and a provincial strategy to strengthen public health. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions listed beyond the funding discussions.

• Closed session item 5.1: Program Update - COVID-19 Response and Vaccinations Funding - 2024 (HSS-23-045)
• Staff report 10.1: COVID-19 Funding 2024 (HSS-23-046)
• alPHa letter on 2023 Review of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) - Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• alPHa letter on Public Health Funding and Capacity Announcement
• Information memo from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, on Provincial Strategy To Strengthen Public Health In Ontario

The Board of Health approved the agenda and the minutes from July 5, 2023. Members received several informational reports regarding public health funding and the provincial strategy to strengthen public health in Ontario. A closed session was held to discuss COVID-19 response and vaccinations funding for 2024.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received alPHa letters and InfoBreak for information
• Received report HSS-23-046 on COVID-19 Funding 2024 as information
• Received CMOH memo on Provincial Strategy To Strengthen Public Health In Ontario as information
• Approved By-law 2023-08-BH to confirm meeting proceedings

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on application CD-23-054 (OPNPL2023206, ZNPL2023207) for 395 Queensway West. The agenda includes only this one public hearing item, with attachments covering the development application overview, planning policy, technical comments, and proposed amendments. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for public input on the proposed official plan and zoning by-law amendments.

• Public hearing for application CD-23-054 at 395 Queensway West
• Proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPNPL2023206)
• Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment (ZNPL2023207)
• Meeting held at Norfolk County Library, Simcoe Branch, 46 Colborne St. S.

The Public Hearing Committee received staff report CD-23-054 regarding development applications OPNPL2023206 and ZNPL2023207 for 395 Queensway West for information. The committee determined that comments from the public meeting will be considered in a future recommendation report.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Received staff Report CD-23-054 for development applications OPNPL2023206 and ZNPL2023207 for information

Special Council

Norfolk County Council is holding a special meeting to consider a staff report and by-laws related to development applications at 106 Brown Street in Port Dover. The meeting includes a deputation from David Roe and decisions on an official plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment. A part lot control by-law for the Villages of Waterford is also on the agenda.

• Development applications OPNPL2023137 and ZNPL2023138 at 106 Brown Street, Port Dover
• By-Law 6-OP-2023 to adopt Official Plan Amendment for 106 Brown Street
• By-Law 23-Z-2023 to amend Zoning By-Law for 106 Brown Street
• By-Law 2023-61 for part lot control in Villages of Waterford (PLP2023263)
• Deputation by David Roe regarding staff report CD-23-053

Council approved amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law to allow for a larger replacement dwelling at 106 Brown Street in Port Dover. A part lot control by-law for the Villages of Waterford was also approved.

• Approved Official Plan Amendment (Bylaw 6-OP-2023) for 106 Brown Street, Port Dover
• Approved Zoning By-Law amendment (By-law 23-Z-2023) for 106 Brown Street, Port Dover
• Approved By-law 2023-61 regarding Part Lot Control - Villages of Waterford - PLP2023263
• Approved By-law 2023-63 to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council Meeting

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review the KPMG Priority Setting Report for the new Economic Strategy and hear a verbal update on next steps from the Director of Strategic Innovation and Economic Development. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and routine administrative items.

• KPMG Priority Setting Report for the new Economic Strategy
• Verbal report on update and next steps from John Regan, Director
• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2023 meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Committee received a priority setting report from KPMG and a verbal update from the Director of Strategic Innovation and Economic Development regarding the Economic Strategy Plan. The committee also held a round table discussion on priorities for the new plan.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received KPMG Priority Setting Report for the new Economic Strategy
• Received verbal report from John Regan regarding Economic Strategy Plan timelines

Council Workshop

This is a Council Workshop meeting held for informational purposes only. The sole agenda item is a facility tour of Norfolk General Hospital, intended as educational training for council members. No decisions or formal actions are scheduled.

• Facility tour of Norfolk General Hospital, 365 West Street, Simcoe
• Council to meet at Administration Building before proceeding to the hospital

Council participated in an educational training workshop consisting of a facility tour. No substantive legislative decisions were made during this session.

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board will meet to elect a new chair following a resignation, and to review and potentially approve updated policies for children's and young adults' services. The board will also receive operations and finance reports for June and July, and consider a confirming by-law.

• Election of Chair and appointment of signing authority after trustee/chair resignation (Report #23-08-01, #23-08-02)
• Operations Monitoring Reports for June and July (Reports #23-08-03, #23-08-04)
• Finance Committee Report (Report #23-08-05)
• Review of OP-10 Children's Services Policy and OP-11 Young Adults' Services Policy
• Confirming By-Law 2023-02 LIB

The Board accepted the resignation of Don Kearney-Bourque and appointed Kimberly Earls as the new Board Chair and signing authority. The Board also approved policies for children's and young adults' services and requested new staffing models for the September meeting.

• Accepted resignation of Board Chair Don Kearney-Bourque (Carried)
• Appointed Kimberly Earls as Board Chair and signing authority (Carried)
• Approved June and July Operations Monitoring Reports (Carried)
• Directed Finance Committee to bring different staffing models to September meeting (Carried)
• Approved OP-10 Children's Services Policy (Carried)
• Approved OP-11 Young Adults' Services Policy (Carried)
• Approved Confirming By-law 2023-02 LIB (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

Norfolk County's Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 14 applications for minor variances and land severances, mostly for residential properties. The agenda includes boundary adjustments, severances of dwellings made surplus through farm amalgamation, and requests for relief from zoning by-laws regarding lot coverage, setbacks, and building sizes.

• Severance at 281 Concession 2 Townsend (BNPL2023142) to add 2.63 acres to adjacent farmland
• Variance at 365 Cedar Drive (ANPL2023175) for 34% lot coverage and 67 sq.m. boathouse in Resort Residential zone
• Variance at 440 Angling Road (ANPL2023169) for 199.72 sq.m. accessory building
• Severance at 111 County Road 60 (BNPL2022319) of dwelling surplus to farm amalgamation, with concurrent zoning amendment
• Severance at 307 Windham Road (BNPL2023188) of dwelling surplus to farm amalgamation, with concurrent zoning amendment

The Committee approved several applications for land severances, boundary adjustments, and zoning relief for residential and agricultural properties. Two applications for accessory building and boathouse extensions were referred for further review.

• Approved boundary adjustment for 281 Concession 2 Townsend (BNPL2023142)
• Approved lot coverage and boathouse size relief for 365 Cedar Drive (ANPL2023175)
• Referred accessory building application for 440 Angling Road (ANPL2023169)
• Approved lot area, frontage, and setback relief for 199 Wellington Street (ANPL2023168)
• Approved lot coverage relief for garage and boathouse at 27 Poplar Road (ANPL2023181)
• Referred boathouse extension and height relief for 209 Ordnance Avenue (ANPL2023183)
• Approved severance of dwelling at 111 Norfolk County Rd 60 (BNPL2022319) and related deficiencies (ANPL2022320)
• Approved accessory building floor area relief for 9 Hunter Drive North (ANPL2023155)

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is holding a workshop to discuss reviewing and updating its guiding documents and to discuss community policing funds for 2023 and 2024. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are marked for discussion only.

• Discussion re: PSB Guiding Documents - Review and Update
• Discussion re: Community Policing Funds - 2023 and 2024

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting virtually. The agenda includes a closed session on COVID-19 response and vaccinations funding for 2024, and a staff report on COVID-19 funding for 2024. Other items include routine approvals, updates, and communications.

• Closed session item: Program Update-COVID-19 Response and Vaccinations Funding-2024 (HSS-23-045)
• Staff report: COVID-19 Funding 2024 (HSS-23-046)
• Communication: alPHa Letter on 2023 Review of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) - Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• Communication: July alPHA InfoBreak

The committee decided that the Board of Health should write an advocacy letter to the Minister of Health regarding the continuation of COVID funding for 2024. They further decided to share this request with ALPHA, other Boards of Health, and COMOH.

• Approved adoption of June 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received report HSS-23-045 (Program Update-COVID-19 Response and Vaccinations Funding-2024) as information
• Received report HSS-23-046 as information
• Approved request for Board of Health to write advocacy letter to Minister of Health for 2024 COVID funding
• Approved sharing the HSS-23-046 advocacy request with ALPHA, other Boards of Health, and COMOH

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 11 applications for minor variances and consents, including requests for relief from zoning by-laws for additions, severances, and boundary adjustments. The agenda includes items for a two-storey garage with an accessory dwelling unit, a boathouse expansion, and several lot severances.

• ANPL2023114: 2.7m roof height relief for a two-storey garage with ADU at 190 LaSalette Road
• BNPL2023140: Severance at 1946 East Quarterline Road for a boundary adjustment
• ANPL2023141: Boathouse expansion in Hazard Land Zone at 8 Silver Lake Drive
• BNPL2023151: Easement for parking at 70 Hillcrest Road
• BNPL2023179/ANPL2023180: Boundary adjustment and lot reduction at 2530 Highway 24

The Committee of Adjustment approved several minor variance requests for garages, boathouses, and lot coverage. One boundary adjustment application was referred for further review, while multiple land severances and easements were granted.

• Approved roof height relief for garage and ADU at 190 La Salette Road
• Referred boundary adjustment application for 1946 East Quarter Line Road
• Approved boathouse expansion and height increase at 8 Silver Lake Drive
• Approved parking lot easement for convenience store at 70 Hillcrest Road
• Approved lot area, coverage, setback, and height relief at 22 Ferris Street
• Approved severance of dwelling at 16 Glen Meyer Road
• Approved garage expansion at 157 Woodstock Avenue and 60 Beach Avenue
• Approved front yard setback relief for garage at 6 Charlotteville Road 10

Council

Norfolk County Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a development application for a subdivision in Windham Centre, a request to close part of West Church Street in Waterford, and multiple by-laws. The agenda also includes a presentation on the parking study, committee minutes, and a notice of motion to amend the fireworks by-law.

• Development application 28TPL2023088 for Windham Centre subdivision (CD-23-034)
• Request for closure and conveyance of part of West Church Street, Plan 97B, Waterford (CS-23-128)
• By-Law 2023-54 authorizing encroachment agreement at 59 Ordnance Ave, Turkey Point
• By-Law 16-Z-2023 amending zoning for Port Rowan, St. Williams, Booth's Harbour water serviceable area
• Notice of motion by Councillor Huffman to amend fireworks by-law (remove July 4th, change 2 days to 1 day previous)

Council approved a draft plan for 16 single detached residential lots and a multiple residential development block in Waterford. Other key actions included approving a pedestrian crossover budget increase and granting two heritage permits. Several by-laws regarding stop signs, zoning, and marriage services were also passed.

• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 257 West Church Street to allow residential development (Carried)
• Approved subdivision application 28TPL2023088 for Windham Centre with conditions (Carried)
• Approved closure and sale of part of West Church Street, Plan 97B, Waterford to Aucoin at $3.76 per square foot (Carried)
• Increased Norfolk Street pedestrian crossover budget by $30,000 to $147,000 (Carried)
• Approved Heritage Permits for Governor Simcoe Square (HPA 2023-06) and Norfolk County Archives (HPA 2023-07) (Carried)
• Approved By-Law 2023-53 for stop sign erections and By-Law 2023-55 for civil marriage services (Carried)
• Appointed Marianne Ward, Laura Downey, Clarence Burke, and Amanda Paton to Simcoe BIA Board for up to six months (Carried)
• Approved 16-Z-2023 zoning amendments for Port Rowan, St. Williams, and Booth’s Harbour (Carried)

Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee is meeting to consider a request by Kristal Chopp for a compliance audit of Mayor Amy Martin's 2022 campaign expenses. The agenda includes presentations by the applicant and the candidate, followed by a committee decision. This is a specific quasi-judicial matter, not a general policy meeting.

• Application for compliance audit of 2022 campaign expenses of Amy Martin
• Presentation by applicant Kristal Chopp
• Presentation by candidate Mayor Amy Martin
• Committee decision on audit request

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive reports on the 2022 audited financial statements, 2024 budget timetable and guidance, and several planning and operational items. The agenda includes consent items for temporary road closures for local events, a traffic control measure on Crescent Boulevard, and a deputation on farm residential lot severances. Several items will be discussed in closed session, including negotiations and litigation.

• 2022 Audited Financial Statements and Year End Performance Measures (CS-23-104)
• 2024 Budget Timetable and Guidance (CS-23-103)
• Bill 109, Bill 23, and Bill 97 Planning Department Updates and Recommendations (CD-23-047)
• County Grant Policy and Program Review (CD-23-049)
• Temporary road closures for Simcoe Heritage Friendship Festival, Port Dover Beerstock, Port Rowan Bayfest, Port Dover Summer Festival, Delhi Fall Fest, and Family Day

Council approved contracts for retaining wall repairs, a housing services review, and stormwater management. The committee also directed staff to initiate Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments and approved the 2022 consolidated financial statements.

• Approved $86,500 contract with Baiocco Construction Corp for retaining wall repairs
• Approved $58,450 contract with HelpSeeker for Housing Services Review 2023
• Approved $110,736.19 contract with Malcolm Holdings Inc for Stormwater Management Facility #6 Cleanout
• Approved 2022 Consolidated Financial Statements and transfer of surpluses to reserves
• Directed staff to initiate Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments per report CD-23-047
• Approved resumption of the Norfolk County Civil Marriage Ceremony program
• Appointed Headway Engineering for the Mills South Norwich Drain (Stubbes Petition)
• Approved Option #5 for the Arena Dressing Room Expansion Project

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss staff reports on seasonal housing updates, a risk management registry update, and resolutions from the Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2023 AGM. The board will also consider orientation and education sessions for members, approve prior meeting minutes, and pass a confirming by-law. No votes or decisions are listed in the agenda itself.

• Seasonal Housing Update 2023 (HSS-23-035) with agricultural worker housing inspection schedules
• Risk Management Registry Update (HSS-23-042)
• Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2023 AGM Resolutions (HSS-23-043)
• Board of Health Orientation and Education Sessions (HSS-23-044)
• Confirming By-Law 2023-07-BH for meeting proceedings

The Board of Health approved the organization of orientation and education sessions for its members. Several reports regarding public health agency resolutions, risk management, and seasonal housing were received for information.

• Approved collaboration between Haldimand and Norfolk County Clerks to organize Member Education sessions
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2023 AGM Resolutions report (HSS-23-043) as information
• Received Risk Management Registry Update (HSS-023-037) and mandated annual staff updates to the Board
• Received Seasonal Housing Update 2023 report (HSS-23-035) for information
• Approved By-law 2023-07-BH to confirm meeting proceedings

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is holding a public hearing on July 5, 2023, to consider proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments for 106 Brown Street in Port Dover (files OPNPL2023137-ZNPL2023138). The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural matters such as call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and agenda approval. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a hearing to receive public input.

• Public hearing for CD-23-040: Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments at 106 Brown Street, Port Dover
• Files OPNPL2023137 and ZNPL2023138 under consideration
• Attachments include development application overview, planning policy review, technical comments, and proposed amendment texts

The Public Hearing Committee received a staff report regarding Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments for 106 Brown Street in Port Dover. No final decision was made on the amendments; comments from the public meeting will be considered in a future report.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Received staff Report CD-23-040 for development applications OPNPL2023137 and ZNPL2023138 for information

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to review and potentially approve several policies, including a Library Closure or Reduced Service Policy, a Security Policy, and a Discretionary Reserve Fund Policy. The board will also receive an operations monitoring report and a report on the use of the discretionary fund.

• Review of GOV-14 Discretionary Reserve Fund Policy
• Review of LIB 20 Library Closure or Reduced Service Policy
• Review of LIB 24 Security Policy
• Operations Monitoring Report for May #23-06-01
• Use of Discretionary Fund Plan Report #23-06-03

The Board approved a series of administrative and personnel policies and rescinded two existing policies regarding security and closures. It also authorized the use of the Discretionary Reserve Fund for the Simcoe Branch. Kimberly Earls was appointed to the Strategic Planning Committee.

• Approved BL-01 Procedural Bylaw
• Approved GOV-09 Board Evaluation Policy
• Approved HR-02 Staff Selection and Assignment Policy
• Approved HR-03 Hours of Work Policy
• Approved OP-08 Meeting Rooms Policy
• Approved GOV-14 Discretionary Reserve Fund Policy
• Rescinded LIB 20 Library Closure or Reduced Service Policy
• Rescinded LIB 24 Security Policy

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting to review April 2023 operational statistics, hear a Crime Stoppers presentation, and receive a deputation from Jean Montgomery. The board will also discuss the preliminary 2024 budget, staffing and interview updates, and updates on the MCERT grant and human trafficking workshop.

• 2024 Budget - Preliminary Discussion
• Operational Statistics and Highlights 2023 - April (Staff Sergeant McNorton)
• Crime Stoppers presentation by Coordinator Aimee Bernardo
• Deputation by Jean Montgomery
• Verbal updates on staffing, interviews, MCERT grant, and human trafficking workshop

Council Workshop

This meeting is a Council Workshop open to the public for information only. The sole agenda item is a County Facility/Road Tour intended as educational training for council members. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• County Facility / Road Tour for educational training of council

Council members and staff toured various Norfolk County facilities. The session included a review of completed and upcoming capital projects.

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two heritage permit applications: one for Governor Simcoe Square and one for the Norfolk County Archives. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and disclosure of interests.

• Governor Simcoe Square Heritage Permit HPA 2023-06
• Norfolk County Archives Heritage Permit HPA 2023-07

The Heritage Advisory Committee approved two heritage permits and requested that County Council stop infrastructure work at the Carillon Tower. The committee cited a lack of consultation and the absence of a Heritage Impact Assessment for the tower project.

• Approved Governor Simcoe Square Heritage Permit HPA 2023-06 (Unanimous)
• Approved Norfolk County Archives Heritage Permit HPA 2023-07 (Unanimous)
• Requested Norfolk County Council halt infrastructure work at Norfolk War Memorial Carillon Tower (Unanimous)
• Requested Heritage Impact Assessment and staff consultation for Carillon Tower work (Unanimous)
• Approved staff follow-up with owners of Sovereen Murdoch property regarding Permit HPA 2022-01 (Unanimous)

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee meets to review staff reports on the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care program, a community paramedic and housing outreach pilot, public health resolutions, and a seasonal housing update. A closed session will discuss an identifiable individual related to the child care program. The meeting is largely procedural, with no votes listed on the agenda.

• Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) 2022 Update - HSS-23-041
• Community Paramedic and Social Service and Housing Outreach Pilot - HSS-23-033
• Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2023 Annual General Meeting Resolutions - HSS-23-043
• Board of Health Orientation and Education Sessions - HSS-23-044
• Seasonal Housing Update 2023 - HSS-23-035

The committee received several information reports regarding childcare, public health, and housing. It specifically decided that the Haldimand and Norfolk County clerks departments will collaborate to organize education sessions for Board of Health members.

• Adopted May 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care Program update as information
• Received Community Paramedic and Social Services and Housing Outreach Pilot report as information
• Received Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2023 AGM Resolutions as information
• Approved collaboration between Haldimand and Norfolk County clerks to organize Board of Health education sessions
• Received Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit Risk Management Registry Update as information
• Received Seasonal Housing Update 2023 as information

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Tourism and Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss priority setting for a new economic strategy for Norfolk County, based on a final project charter. The meeting also includes nominations for chair and vice chair, and setting the meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation: Norfolk County - Priority Setting for the New Economic Strategy (with Final Project Charter attachment)
• Nominations and appointments for Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of meeting schedule

The committee appointed a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023-2026 term. Members received a presentation from KPMG regarding priority setting for a new economic strategy and established a meeting schedule for the remainder of 2023.

• Appointed Amie Ferris as Chair for 2023-2026
• Appointed Helene Larochelle as Vice-Chair for 2023-2026
• Received KPMG presentation on Priority Setting for the New Economic Strategy
• Approved 2023 meeting dates: August 22, September 20, October 18, and November 15

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 17 applications for minor variances and land severances. Items include requests to build accessory dwellings, sunrooms, garages, and boathouses that exceed zoning limits, as well as several severances of surplus farm dwellings and a boundary adjustment.

• ANPL2023058: Peter and Linda White seek to build an ADU at 3430 Highway 24 with 118 sq m floor area (43 sq m over limit) and 8.8 m height (3.8 m over limit)
• ANPL2023135: Lesley Lizabeth Isaacs seeks to rebuild a boathouse at 32 Clubhouse Road with 160.51 sq m floor area (104.51 sq m over limit) and 7 m height (2 m over limit)
• BNPL2023136: Frew Farms Norfolk Inc seeks to sever a 0.86 ac parcel at 228 Burford-Delhi Townline Road as a surplus farm dwelling
• BNPL2023146/ANPL2023147: Gunn Holdings Inc seeks to sever a 0.55 ac surplus farm dwelling at 543 Lower Side Road and a variance for a 9 m exterior side yard setback (4 m deficiency)
• ANPL2023154: Bobby Velenosi and Michelle Gasson seek to reconstruct a cottage at 28 Woodstock Avenue with 35% lot coverage (20% over limit) and 3.8 m rear yard setback (5.2 m deficiency)

The Committee approved 16 applications for land severances, boundary adjustments, and zoning variances for residential and agricultural properties. One application for a boundary adjustment was referred to a future meeting.

• Approved ADU construction at 3430 Highway 24 (ANPL2023058)
• Approved sunroom construction at 39 Serviceberry Lane (ANPL2023108) and 19 Serviceberry Lane (ANPL2023132)
• Approved two land severances at 959 Norfolk Street North (BNPL2023133, BNPL2023134)
• Approved farm dwelling severances at 228 Burford-Delhi Townline Road, 744 Norfolk Street South, 2940 Norfolk County Road 23, and 543 Lower Side Road
• Approved accessory structure variances at 680 6th Concession Road ENR, 200 Cedar Drive, and 1963 Turkey Point Road
• Approved boathouse reconstruction at 32 Clubhouse Road (ANPL2023135)
• Approved cottage reconstruction at 28 Woodstock Avenue (ANPL2023154)
• Referred boundary adjustment at 281 Concession 2 Townsend to August 17, 2023 meeting

Council

Norfolk County Council will consider a motion asking the province to allow automated speed enforcement on any municipal road, not just school and community safety zones. The agenda also includes a zoning by-law amendment, several road closure requests, and a new Port Dover beach use by-law. Several items are consent items or routine approvals.

• Motion requesting amendment to Highway Traffic Act s.205.1 to expand automated speed enforcement beyond designated zones
• County-initiated zoning by-law amendment application ZNPL-2023-090 (holding provision)
• Request for closure and conveyance of King Street, Plan 48B, Windham
• Request for closure and conveyance of part Stevens Road, Plan 461, Port Dover
• By-Law 2023-46 to regulate use of Port Dover Beach

Council approved a zoning amendment applying a Holding Provision to the Port Rowan, St. Williams, and Booth’s Harbour areas. The board also authorized the closure and sale of portions of King Street in Windham and Stevens Road in Port Dover. Additionally, Council passed a resolution requesting provincial changes to the Highway Traffic Act regarding automated speed enforcement.

• Approved zoning amendment ZNPL-2023-090 to apply a Holding Provision (H) to Port Rowan, St. Williams, and Booth’s Harbour areas
• Approved closure and conveyance of King Street (Plan 48B, Windham) at $1.25 to $2.00 per square foot
• Approved closure and conveyance of part of Stevens Road (Plan 461, Port Dover) to Daniel Cornelis De Young at $2.00 per square foot
• Approved updated Flag and Proclamation Policy (Policy CAO-25)
• Approved 9 by-laws, including regulations for Port Dover Beach and revised user fees
• Requested Ontario government amend HTA s.205.1 to allow automated speed enforcement outside safety zones
• Approved collective agreement settlement with CUPE Local 4700 (2023-2026)
• Appointed Councillors Van Paassen, Veri, and Vandendriessche to various advisory committees

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee will consider staff reports on building permit fees, housing and homelessness programs, and several road and traffic changes. The agenda also includes deputations on the Silver Lake revitalization, a pheasant program, and an Indwell housing presentation, plus a closed session for negotiations and land matters.

• Building Permit Fee Review Study (CS-23-090) with public hearing notice
• Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) funding update for 2023-24 (HSS-23-026)
• 10 Year Housing and Homelessness Plan Year 8: 2022 report (HSS-23-029)
• Speed zone reductions on Denby Road, Port Dover (EIS-23-042) and other requests (EIS-23-038)
• 2023 Debt Issuance report (CS-23-092)

Council approved several capital project contracts, including new trucks, road construction, and building restorations. The board also authorized new speed zones and stop conditions on several local roads and approved the 2023-2024 meeting calendar.

• Approved $2,115,147 contract with Carrier Centers for five new plow trucks
• Approved $1,458,840.59 contract with Oxford Civil Group Inc. for Regional Road 21 construction
• Approved $983,553 contract with Roof Tile Management Inc. for County Administration Building restoration
• Approved $334,591.65 contract with Xterra Construction Inc. for Windham Culvert Rehabilitation
• Approved $280,281 contract with Bill's Septic Ltd for pump out services
• Approved $279,369 contract with 2585284 Ontario Inc. for Rotary Pedestrian Bridge repairs
• Approved $217,990 contract with Brantco Construction for Percy Carter Tennis Court resurfacing
• Approved new speed zones on Cockshutt Road, Old Highway 24, and Windham Road 11

Special Council

This is a special council meeting of Norfolk County, held on June 6, 2023. The main item is a closed session for a verbal update from the CAO regarding negotiations in Port Dover, citing litigation and negotiation exceptions under the Municipal Act. The meeting also includes routine items: approval of the agenda, disclosure of pecuniary interests, a confirming by-law, and adjournment.

• Closed session: CAO verbal update on Port Dover negotiations (litigation/negotiations exceptions)
• By-law 2023-42 to confirm the proceedings of the special council meeting

Council received a verbal update from the CAO regarding negotiations in Port Dover and directed staff to proceed as instructed. The meeting included a closed session to discuss potential litigation and negotiation strategies.

• Approved Agenda as presented
• Entered closed session to discuss litigation and negotiation criteria
• Received Report CAO 23-C23 and directed staff to proceed regarding Port Dover negotiations
• Approved By-law 2023-42 to confirm the meeting proceedings

Public Hearing Committee

The Public Hearing Committee is reviewing several development and land use applications. These include a proposed land closure in Houghton, subdivision plans at 25 Baker, and various zoning amendments for 6 Evans and Port Rowan.

• Proposed closure and conveyance of Part Lot 1, Con 4, Houghton (CS-23-091)
• Draft plan of subdivision for 25 Baker (CD-23-033)
• Zoning amendment for 6 Evans (CD-23-031)
• County-initiated zoning amendment for Port Rowan+ (CD-23-046)
• Official Plan and Zoning Amendment for Geranium Delhi Golf Course (CD-23-038)

The Committee held public hearings for four development applications and one road closure proposal. In all five instances, the Committee voted to receive the staff reports for information and directed that public comments be considered in future reports or decisions.

• Received report CD-23-046 for Zoning Amendment ZNPL-2023-090 (Port Rowan+) for information (Carried)
• Received report CD-23-038 for Geranium Delhi Golf Course development OPNPL2023036 for information (Carried)
• Received report CD-23-033 for 25 Baker Draft Plan of Subdivision 28TPL2023033 for information (Carried)
• Received report CD-23-031 for 6 Evans Zoning Amendment ZNPL2023124 for information (Carried)
• Received report CS-23-091 for proposed closure and conveyance of road allowance in Houghton for information (Carried)

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission, along with updates on the Healthy Babies Healthy Children program and infectious disease control. The agenda also includes communications on public health funding and a declaration of emergency.

• 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission (HSS-23-025) with budget summary and one-time funding requests
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Update (HSS-23-017)
• Infectious Disease Program update (HSS-23-021) with COVID-19 data
• Communications: Hamilton Board of Health correspondence supporting sufficient funding for local public health agencies
• Declaration of Emergency (Jones Tibollo) communication

The Board endorsed the 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission for delivery to the Ministry of Health. The Board also changed the regularly scheduled meeting time to 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month starting September 2023.

• Endorsed 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission (Resolution No. 5)
• Scheduled future meetings for the first Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. starting September 2023 (Resolution No. 8)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Resolution No. 2)
• Received May alPHa InfoBreak, Hamilton Board of Health correspondence, and Declaration of Emergency - Jones / Tibollo for information (Resolution No. 3)
• Received Dr. Joyce Lock's May update as information (Resolution No. 4)
• Received Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Update report HSS-23-017 for information (Resolution No. 6)
• Received Infectious Disease Program information memo as information (Resolution No. 7)

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk County Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two heritage permits for Governor Simcoe Square, discuss the Port Dover Lighthouse and a Places of Worship project, and approve previous minutes. The agenda is otherwise routine, with standard procedural items.

• Heritage Permit HPA 2023-04 for Governor Simcoe Square
• Heritage Permit HPA 2023-05 for Governor Simcoe Square
• Discussion re: Port Dover Lighthouse
• Discussion re: Places of Worship Project
• Approval of March 27, 2023 minutes

The committee approved two heritage permits for Governor Simcoe Square. A discussion regarding the Port Dover Lighthouse was deferred to federal agencies for determination. The committee also received an information update on the Places of Worship Project.

• Approved Governor Simcoe Square Heritage Permit HPA-2023-04 (Carried Unanimously)
• Approved Governor Simcoe Square Heritage Permit HPA-2023-05 (Carried Unanimously)
• Deferred Port Dover Lighthouse matter to Federal Heritage Buildings Review Office and Parks Canada (Carried Unanimously)
• Accepted Places of Worship Project update as information (Carried)

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand and Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on public health and social services programs. Key items include the 2023 annual service plan and budget, the Homeless Prevention Program funding for 2023-24, and the Year 8 report of the 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan. The committee will also hear from the Acting Medical Officer of Health and consider correspondence from other health boards.

• 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission (HSS-23-025)
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Update (HSS-23-017)
• Infectious Disease Program update (HSS-23-021)
• Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) Update and Funding 2023-24 (HSS-23-026)
• 10 Year Housing and Homelessness Plan – Year 8: 2022 (HSS-23-029)

The committee accepted $3,610,300 in funding from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the Homeless Prevention Program. This includes the creation of five permanent full-time positions and the approval of a single source supply for emergency and transitional housing services in Haldimand County. The committee also endorsed the 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission to the Ministry of Health.

• Accepted $3,610,300 in Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) funding (Carried)
• Approved 5 new permanent full-time FTEs for the Homeless Prevention Team (Carried)
• Authorized single source supply for Emergency Solutions and Transitional Housing services in Haldimand County (Carried)
• Endorsed 2023 Annual Service Plan and Budget Submission to the Ministry of Health (Carried)
• Approved forwarding the 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan Year 8 Report to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (Carried)
• Received Dr. Joyce Lock's May update as information (Carried)
• Received Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Update (HSS-23-017) as information (Carried)
• Received Infectious Disease Program information memo as information (Carried)

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board will consider several policy updates, including new or revised policies on board evaluation, succession planning, workplace harassment and discrimination, workplace violence prevention, health and safety, accessibility for staff, and home service. The board will also receive an operations monitoring report, a strategic plan status report, a mandatory training report, and a single-source supplier report.

• Review of GOV-09 Board Evaluation Policy and GOV-10 Succession Planning Policy
• Review of HR-07 Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Policy
• Review of HR-08 Prevention of Workplace Violence Policy
• Review of HR-09 Health and Safety Policy and HR-12 Accessibility and Staff Policy
• Review of OP-20 Home Service Policy

The Norfolk County Public Library Board approved the establishment and management of a Discretionary Reserve Fund. The Board also approved three new policies regarding succession planning, accessibility, and home services. A single-source supplier for library shelving was authorized.

• Approved recommendations and plan for Discretionary Reserve Fund
• Approved GOV-10 - Succession Planning Policy
• Approved HR-12 - Accessibility and Staff Policy
• Approved OP-20 - Home Service Policy
• Approved Single Source supplier for library shelving (Report 23-05-04)
• Referred GOV-09 - Board Evaluation Policy back to Policy Committee for review
• Approved Operations Monitoring Report April 23-05-01
• Approved Strategic Plan Status Report 23-05-02

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 20 applications for minor variances and land severances. Items include requests to reduce setbacks, increase lot coverage, and create new lots, including several for a proposed long-term care facility in Delhi.

• People Care Inc. seeks approvals for a 128-bed long-term care facility at 724 James Street and 750 Gibralter Street in Delhi, including an easement for water services and a lot creation.
• Edward Lalonde requests a lot severance at 50 King Lane, Simcoe, with related variances for reduced lot area and frontage.
• Mary Shabatura (10000353576 Ontario Ltd) seeks to sever two farm dwellings made surplus by amalgamation at 1463 and 1497 Windham Road 10, Delhi.
• Mayberry Homes applies to create three new residential lots at 166 Metcalfe Street South in Simcoe.
• Multiple applications seek relief from lot coverage limits for vacation home reconstructions, including at 13 Pickerel Road (27.65% coverage vs. 15% max) and 9 Old Cut Boulevard (23% coverage vs. 15% max).

The Committee of Adjustment approved all 20 applications presented during the meeting. Decisions included granting various setback and lot coverage reliefs for residential reconstructions and approving several land severances and boundary adjustments.

• Approved reconstruction reliefs for 4168 Lakeshore Road, 3 Beach Avenue, 13 Pickerel Road, and 9 Old Cut Boulevard
• Approved ADU floor area and height relief for 215 Lutesville Road
• Approved new dwelling front yard setback relief for 460 Port Ryerse Road
• Approved lot severance and deficiency reliefs for 50 King Lane, Simcoe
• Approved farm amalgamation severances for 1463 and 1497 Windham Road 10, Delhi
• Approved boundary adjustment for 1130 Bay St, Port Rowan
• Approved three lot severances for Mayberry Homes at 166 Metcalfe Street South
• Approved garage height and area relief for 9 Centre Street

Council

Norfolk County Council will consider setting 2023 tax policies and rates, vote on several zoning and official plan amendments for properties in Simcoe, Port Dover, and Waterford, and debate a motion asking the province to allow automated speed enforcement on any municipal road. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on the Port Dover water/wastewater update and the Waterford skateboard park.

• 2023 Tax Policies and Tax Rates By-Law (By-Law 2023-39)
• Development applications for Berardi Subdivision in Waterford and 16 Kiwanis Avenue in Port Dover
• Budget amendments for Port Dover Water Treatment Plant capital upgrades and Waterford Skatepark
• Motion requesting amendment to Highway Traffic Act to permit automated speed enforcement on any municipal roadway
• By-Law 2023-40 authorizing an agreement under the Provincial Gas Tax Program

Council approved significant capital budget amendments for water infrastructure and the Waterford Skate Park. Several zoning and development applications were approved for sites in Waterford, Port Dover, and Simcoe. The 2023 tax policies and ratios were also established.

• Approved increasing Port Dover WTP Upgrades budget by $2,978,000 to $14,046,000
• Authorized $5,634,137 contract with H2Ontario Inc. for Port Dover WTP Phase 2 Upgrades
• Decreased Simcoe Well Field budget by $4,100,000 to $1,100,000
• Approved adding a BMX pump track and $100,000 to Waterford Skate Park project
• Approved Berardi Subdivision in Waterford for 26 semi-detached and 25 townhouse units
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 16 Kiwanis Avenue, Port Dover
• Approved Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 600 Norfolk Street North, Simcoe
• Set 2023 Tax Ratios and established tax rate reductions for small-scale on-farm businesses

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a range of items, including a land supply and options review (Grow Norfolk Volume 4), an update on automated speed enforcement, and a comprehensive review of investment strategies. The agenda also includes consent items such as temporary road closures for special events, bid awards, and a traffic calming policy, as well as deputations on taxi fares and a motocross track complaint. Several items are for information only, and the meeting includes a closed session for land and negotiation matters.

• Grow Norfolk Volume 4: Land Supply and Options Review (CD-23-037)
• Automated Speed Enforcement update (EIS-23-015)
• Comprehensive Review of Investment Strategies (CS-23-088)
• Traffic Calming Policy (EIS-23-027)
• Port Dover Arena Roof Load Testing budget amendment (OPS-23-010)

Council authorized several infrastructure contracts and approved a new Traffic Calming Policy. They also launched an Automated Speed Enforcement pilot and advanced a land supply study for the County's Official Plan.

• Approved $3,554,000 for James Street construction in Delhi (moved from 2024 to 2023)
• Approved $781,071.63 contract with Robert M Simon Construction Ltd for Gilbert Road Culvert Replacement
• Approved $379,690.00 contract with Landmark Municipal Services for Simcoe Water Tower repairs
• Approved $233,427.00 contract with Robert M Simon Construction Ltd for Bridge & Culvert Structures Maintenance
• Approved Automated Speed Enforcement pilot with a $10,000 funding limit
• Approved the Traffic Calming Policy
• Authorized temporary road closures for Simcoe BIA Downtown Friday Nights
• Directed staff to report on a motocross track complaint

Special Council

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss litigation matters under solicitor-client privilege. The only public action is a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session for litigation update (verbal)
• By-law 2023-37 to confirm proceedings of Council May 2, 2023

The meeting was largely procedural: council approved the agenda, entered closed session for 23 minutes, and then returned to pass a confirming by-law and adjourn. No public votes on contracts, bylaws, or policies were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 1:05 PM (unanimous)
• Reconvened in open session at 1:28 PM (unanimous)
• Approved confirming by-law 2023-37 (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 1:28 PM (unanimous)

Public Hearing Committee

Norfolk County's Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold public hearings on two items: a development application for the Silos of Waterford (involving an official plan amendment, zoning bylaw amendment, and draft plan of subdivision) and a proposed closure and conveyance of part of Stevens Road (unopened) in Plan 461. The committee will receive public input but no decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Development application OPNPL2023082, ZNPL2023083, 28TPL2023084 – The Silos of Waterford (CD-23-036)
• Proposed closure and conveyance of part Stevens Road (unopened), Plan 461 (CS-23-061)

The committee received a presentation on development applications for the Silos of Waterford project and heard public comments on traffic, parking, and infrastructure. A staff report was received for information, with further recommendations to come. A separate proposal to close and convey a portion of Stevens Road was also discussed, with a subsequent report planned.

• Received staff report CD-23-036 for development applications OPNPL2023082, ZNPL2023083, and 28TPL2023084 for information (carried)
• Received proposal to close and convey part of Stevens Road, Plan 461, for information (carried)

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is meeting to discuss staff reports on environmental health emerging trends for 2023 and the 2022 Community Needs Assessment. The board will also consider a closed-session item on the Ontario Senior Dental Care Program. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a confirming by-law.

• Environmental Health Emerging Trends 2023 report (HSS-23-015)
• Community Needs Assessment 2022 report (HSS-23-020) and infographic
• Closed session item on Ontario Senior Dental Care Program (H&SS-23-027)
• Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Joyce Lock's update
• alPHa's 2023 Annual General Meeting and Conference communication

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting to discuss routine police oversight matters, including operational statistics, a community policing update, and a sponsorship request. The agenda is largely procedural, with several items for consideration and a closed session on cannabis enforcement.

• Operational Statistics and Highlights 2022 - January 2023
• Anti-Human Trafficking Information Night
• Sponsorship Request for OSB Conference - Inspector Jennifer Neamtz
• Community Policing Update
• Closed session: Cannabis Enforcement Update

The Board approved a $2,500 donation to Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk. It also authorized $1,177 plus tax for Inspector Jennifer Neamtz to attend the OSB Conference. Other items, including community policing updates and operational statistics, were received as information.

• Approved $2,500 donation to Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk
• Approved $1,177 plus tax sponsorship for Inspector Jennifer Neamtz to attend OSB Conference
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Municipal Policing Bureau presentation as information
• Received Crime Stoppers deputation as information
• Approved operational statistics and anti-human trafficking information night (Consent Agenda)
• Received Community Policing Committee Funding memo and Report CAO-23-070 as information

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Board will review several committee recommendations and operational reports. Discussions include a scope of work for a flooring project and room naming signage approval.

• Room Naming Signage Approval Report #23-04-01
• Staff Introductions and Presentations #23-04-05
• Operations Monitoring Report #23-04-02
• Finance Committee Recommendation #23-07
• Finance Committee Terms of Reference Revision #23-08

The Norfolk County Public Library Board approved several new policies regarding staff selection, compensation, and public conduct. The Board also directed the CEO to stop pursuing charitable status and instead work toward establishing a discretionary reserve fund.

• Approved Room Naming Signage Report #23-04-01
• Approved Operations Monitoring Report #23-04-02
• Approved HR-02 Staff Selection and Assignment policy
• Approved HR-04 Vacation, Public Holidays and Leave policy
• Approved HR-05 Compensation & Benefits policy (as amended)
• Approved FN-06 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility Policy
• Approved OP-04 Code of Conduct (Public) Policy
• Directed CEO to suspend pursuing charitable status and establish a discretionary reserve fund

Council Workshop

This is a Council Workshop meeting for informational purposes only, with no formal decisions expected. The agenda includes educational sessions on the standard of care for drinking water, media training for council members, and a discussion of the Economic Development Strategy. No votes or binding actions are scheduled.

• Standard of Care for Drinking Water presentation
• Media training session for council members
• Economic Development Strategy agenda outline

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting to hear staff reports and updates, including the Ontario Works Service Plan 2023, a Community Needs Assessment 2022, and environmental health trends. A closed session will discuss a request to implement the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. The next meeting is postponed to May 29, 2023.

• Ontario Works Service Plan 2023 (HSS-23-014)
• Community Needs Assessment 2022 (HSS-23-020)
• Environmental Health Emerging Trends 2023 (HSS-23-015)
• Closed session: Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program implementation request (HSS-23-027)
• Next meeting postponed from May 22 to May 29, 2023

The committee received several informational reports regarding public health and community needs. It formally directed staff to submit the 2023 Ontario Works Service Plan to the Ministry of Community and Social Services. The committee also held a closed session to discuss negotiations regarding the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program.

• Adopted March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Dr. Joyce Lock's May update as information
• Received Environmental Health Emerging Trends 2023 report (HSS-23-015) as information
• Received Community Needs Assessment 2022 memo (HSS-23-020) as information
• Received Ontario Works Business Plan 2023 (HSS 22-014) as information
• Directed staff to submit 2023 Ontario Works Service Plan to the Ministry of Community and Social Services
• Entered closed session to discuss Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program implementation (HSS-23-027)
• Postponed May 22, 2023 meeting to May 29, 2023

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on nine applications, including minor variances for accessory dwelling units, building additions, and lot severances. The agenda includes a consent application for a farm surplus dwelling severance and several requests to exceed zoning limits on floor area, height, and lot coverage.

• Consent application BNPL2021230 to sever a 20.4 ha parcel at 1406 Windham Road in La Salette
• Variance ANPL2023047 for an ADU at 3509 Highway 24, Waterford, seeking relief from floor area, height, and setback limits
• Variance ANPL2023048 to allow 75% residential floor area on first storey at 221 Main Street, Courtland
• Consent application BNPL2023042 to sever a surplus farm dwelling at 1531 Windham Road 10, Windham Centre
• Variance ANPL2023060 for a new boathouse at 118 Old Cut Boulevard, exceeding maximum floor area

The Committee of Adjustment reviewed and approved nine separate applications involving land severances, residential additions, and accessory dwelling units. All applications presented during the meeting were approved.

• Approved land severance at 1406 Windham Rd 19 (BNPL2021230)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) variances at 3509 Highway 24 (ANPL2023047)
• Approved dwelling addition setback relief at 2 Dawson Court (ANPL2022216)
• Approved cottage addition lot coverage relief at 11 Fourth Ave (ANPL2023033)
• Approved commercial dwelling reconstruction relief at 221 Main Street of Courtland (ANPL2023048)
• Approved ADU floor area and height variances at 321 Radical Road (ANPL2023054)
• Approved vacation home reconstruction variances at 197 Ordnance Ave (ANPL2023059)
• Approved boathouse floor area relief at 118 Old Cut Boulevard (ANPL2023060)

Council

Norfolk County Council is meeting to decide on several development applications, including a proposal at 260 West Church Street in Waterford and a subdivision at 20 Hawtrey Road, along with related by-laws. Council will also consider closing and conveying an unopened portion of McCool Street in Waterford, adopting the Term of Council Strategic Priorities, and appointing a County Clerk and Deputy Clerk. The agenda includes numerous routine items such as minutes, communications, and by-laws on parking, drainage, and user fees.

• Development applications OPNPL2022333 & ZNPL2022335 – 260 West Church Street, Waterford
• Subdivision application 28TPL2022341/ZNPL2022342 – 20 Hawtrey Road
• Request for closure and conveyance of unopened McCool Street, Plan 97B, Waterford
• By-law 2023-30 to amend parking by-law for seasonal paid parking pilot project
• By-law 2023-36 to amend user fees and service charges

Council approved two residential development applications, including a 65-lot subdivision in Delhi. The board also authorized a new RFP process for arena concession and vending machine services and approved the closure and sale of a portion of McCool Street in Waterford.

• Approved rezoning 260 West Church Street, Waterford from Industrial to Urban Residential (R4) with 25% accessory dwelling units
• Approved rezoning and a draft plan for a 65-lot subdivision at 20 Hawtrey Road, Delhi
• Directed staff to implement Option 2 for arena concessions and launch RFPs for vending and concession services at five arenas
• Approved closure and conveyance of a portion of McCool Street, Waterford to Aucoin at $3.76 per square foot
• Approved Council minutes from March 28, 2023
• Received report CD 23-C02 regarding Norfolk-Lynwood Agreements as information

By-law Appeals Committee

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Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee meets to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a comprehensive review of development application user fees, a sidewalk installation policy update, and a request for an all-way stop at Turkey Point Road and Cedar Drive. The agenda also includes information memos on purchasing activity, special events, and a building permit payment process review, plus notices of motion on affordability and physician services. A closed session is scheduled for land monetization project next steps.

• Comprehensive Review of Development Application User Fees (CS-23-006)
• Sidewalk Installation Policy Update (EIS-23-023)
• Request for All Way Stop – Turkey Point Road at Cedar Drive (EIS-23-024)
• Building Permit Payment Process Review (CS-23-054)
• Closed Session: Land Monetization Project Next Steps

Council approved several service contracts for road work, facilities, and fire equipment. They also updated the Sidewalk Installation Policy, authorized an all-way stop at Turkey Point Road and Cedar Drive, and extended a licensed home child care agreement.

• Approved $2.7M contract with Walker Construction Limited for Surface Treatment Program 2023
• Approved $838,387.50 contract with 2228977 Ontario Inc. for roadway pavement markings
• Approved $739,000 contract with George Roque Roofing Corp. for roof replacements
• Approved $250,280 contract with PPE Solutions Inc. for breathing apparatuses
• Approved revised Policy EIS-12 Sidewalk Installation Policy and removed public consultation portion
• Directed installation of an All Way Stop at Turkey Point Road and Cedar Drive
• Authorized 18-month service agreement extension with Today’s Family for child care
• Authorized use of County land for a Dogs Nest commemorative sign via MOU

Public Hearing Committee

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Board of Health

This agenda for the Norfolk County, ON Board of Health meeting on April 4, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

Council

Norfolk County Council will consider four development applications, including subdivisions and zoning changes in Courtland, Waterford, and Delhi. The council will also discuss extending the paid parking pilot project and allocating its 2022 revenue, as well as a temporary patio encroachment policy. Several by-laws are up for adoption, including official plan and zoning amendments for 260 West Church Street, Waterford.

• Development applications for 17 Highway Crescent, Courtland (28TP2022350, ZNPL2022349)
• Charles Street Subdivision, Waterford (28TPL2022267)
• 20 Hawtrey Road Subdivision, Delhi (28TPL2022341, ZNPL2022342)
• 260 West Church Street, Waterford official plan and zoning amendments (OPNPL2022333, ZNPL2022335)
• Paid parking pilot project extension and 2022 revenue allocation (CAO-23-046, CAO-23-045)

Council approved a seasonal paid parking program for Long Point, Port Dover, and Turkey Point from June 15 to September 5, 2023. Other key actions included approving residential subdivisions in Courtland and Waterford and updating outdoor patio policies.

• Approved seasonal paid parking ($4/hour) in Long Point, Port Dover, and Turkey Point (June 15-Sept 5, 2023)
• Authorized up to $56,000 for additional pay stations and a cost-share agreement with Hotspot for parking services
• Approved zoning change and subdivision for 17 Highway Crescent, Courtland
• Approved 23 single-detached lots and 45 townhomes for Charles Street Subdivision, Waterford
• Approved revised Policy Re: Temporary Encroachments for Outdoor Patios and offset 2023 fees via Strategic Initiatives Fund
• Approved agreement with Execulink Telecom for free open WiFi at Turkey Point Pavilion
• Referred development applications for 20 Hawtrey Road (Delhi) and 260 West Church Street (Waterford) to April meeting
• Deferred Simcoe BIA Board appointments to allow for more nominations

Special Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Board of Health is holding a special meeting, primarily to go into closed session to discuss the appointment of a temporary Medical Officer of Health. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and a confirming by-law. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session to discuss appointment of a temporary Medical Officer of Health under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act
• By-law 2023-05-BH to confirm proceedings of the special meeting

The Board of Health appointed Dr. Joyce Lock as the 0.8 FTE Medical Officer of Health for a temporary six-month period. The Board authorized the General Manager of Corporate Services and the Director of Human Resource to execute the employment agreement.

• Appointed Dr. Joyce Lock as 0.8 FTE Medical Officer of Health for six months (Carried)
• Authorized General Manager of Corporate Services and Director of Human Resource to negotiate and execute employment agreement with Dr. Lock (Carried)
• Approved attendance of designated Haldimand County members of Council and Staff at the closed session (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-05-BH to confirm proceedings of the meeting (Carried)

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will consider two heritage permits and discuss a Places of Worship Committee. The meeting also includes election of a chair and approval of previous minutes.

• Van Norman/Guiler/Smale Heritage Permit
• Port Dover Old Town Hall Heritage Permit
• Discussion re: Places of Worship Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee approved heritage permits for the Port Dover Old Town Hall and Van Norman/Guiler/Smale. The committee also voted to create a working committee for the Norfolk County Places of Worship project and appointed a new Chair.

• Appointed Barb Boyko as Chair for a term ending December 31, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved Van Norman/Guiler/Smale Heritage Permit (Carried)
• Approved Port Dover Old Town Hall Heritage Permit (Carried)
• Approved establishment of a working committee for the Norfolk County Places of Worship project (Carried)

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including disclosure of interests, agenda additions, and approval of previous minutes. The main substantive item is a staff report on a Licensed Home Child Care Service Agreement (HSS-23-009). The meeting also includes updates on reports, consent items, and other standard agenda items.

• Licensed Home Child Care Service Agreement (HSS-23-009) staff report
• Adoption of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on reports from General Manager, Public Health, and Social Services and Housing
• Next meeting scheduled for April 24, 2023

The committee approved a report to extend the service agreement with Today’s Family for Licensed Home Child Care for an additional 18 months. Staff were directed to secure long-term agency services in fall 2024. The committee also adopted the February 27, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved 18-month extension of Licensed Home Child Care service agreement with Today’s Family
• Directed staff to secure long-term Licensed Home Child Care Agency services in fall 2024
• Adopted February 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Received alPHa’s 2023 AGM and Conference items as information

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports on signing authority, year-end collections, and operations, and consider several policy recommendations including flexible working hours and financial oversight. The board will also hear committee reports and updates from Friends of the Library groups. Most items are routine governance and administrative matters.

• Signing Authority Report 23-06
• Year-end Collection Development Report 2022 23-20
• CEO Operations Monitoring Report January-February 23-21
• Policy recommendations including Flexible Working Hours Guidelines, GOV-04 Financial Control Oversight Policy, GOV-12 Administration of NCPL Bank Account, HR-03 Hours of Work, NU-01 Non-Union Policy Manual, GOV-07 Board Advocacy Policy
• Finance Committee Recommendations 23-07 and ToR Revision 23-08

The Board approved several administrative and personnel policies, including guidelines for flexible working hours and bank account administration. It also updated the list of authorized signers for the library. The meeting adjourned early due to a loss of quorum.

• Updated signing authority: removed Adam Veri, added Don Kearney-Bourque and Amanda Van Schyndel (Carried)
• Approved 2022 Final Quarterly Report for Collection Development (Carried)
• Approved CEO Operations Monitoring Report for January-February (Carried)
• Approved HR-17 Flexible Working Hours Guidelines (Carried)
• Approved GOV-04 Financial Control Oversight Policy (Carried)
• Approved GOV-12 Administration of NCPL Bank Account (Carried)
• Approved HR-03 Hours of Work (Carried)
• Approved NU-01 Non-Union Policy Manual and GOV-07 Board Advocacy Policy (Carried)

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County Council-in-Committee meets March 21, 2023, to discuss and decide on a range of items including road construction options for the Long Point Causeway, a possible extension of the paid parking pilot project, and several policy and budget matters. The agenda also includes deputations from residents on the Causeway and other topics, plus a closed session for litigation, personnel, and procurement matters.

• Long Point Causeway road construction options (EIS-23-009)
• Paid parking pilot project extension and revenue allocation (CAO-23-046, CAO-23-045)
• 2023 Delhi and Simcoe Business Improvement Area budgets (CS-23-041)
• CMHC National Housing Co-Investment funding for repairs (HSS-23-008)
• Temporary patio permits and liquor licence extensions (CAO-23-038, CAO-23-039)

Council approved a $3M asphalt recycling project for the Long Point Causeway and accepted $2.37M in CMHC housing funding. Several infrastructure contracts were awarded, including James Street and West Street reconstructions. The meeting also established a new decorative crosswalk policy and approved 2023 BIA budgets.

• Approved $3M Cold In-Place asphalt recycling for Long Point Causeway
• Accepted $2,372,314 CMHC funding for social housing repairs
• Awarded $4,017,689.97 contract to Elgin Construction for James Street Reconstruction
• Awarded $4,168,598.48 contract to Elgin Construction for West Street Reconstruction Phase 1
• Awarded $1,749,000 contract to Urbanlink Civil Ltd for Victoria Street Bridge Rehabilitation
• Approved $50 fee for Temporary Outdoor Physical Extensions liquor licences
• Approved 2023 Delhi and Simcoe Business Improvement Areas Operating Budgets
• Authorized temporary closure of Walker St on May 13, 2023, for Jeep Invasion of Port Dover

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 12 applications for minor variances and land severances, including residential lot splits, accessory buildings, and vacation home reconstructions. The agenda also includes appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022-2026 term and adopting the January 18, 2023 minutes.

• Severance at 199 Wellington St, Waterford (BNPL2023023) with concurrent variance (ANPL2023024)
• Variance for accessory dwelling at 500 Fairground Rd (ANPL2022298)
• Variance for vacation home reconstruction at 18 Ordnance Ave, Turkey Point (ANPL2022295)
• Severance for boundary adjustment at 4681 Hwy 59, Courtland (BNPL2022306)
• Variance for 48-unit condominium at 38 Harbour St, Port Dover (ANPL2023028)

The Committee of Adjustment approved 12 separate applications for land severances, minor variances, and easements. Decisions included permits for accessory dwellings, vacation home reconstructions, and residential additions in hazard land zones.

• Approved severance and minor variance for residential lot at 199 Wellington Street, Waterford
• Approved accessory residential dwelling unit at 500 Fairground Rd, Fairground
• Approved vacation home reconstruction and accessory structure at 18 Ordnance Ave, Turkey Point
• Approved boundary adjustment severance at 4681 Hwy 59, Courtland
• Approved parking access easement at 327 St. George Street, Port Dover
• Approved deck and balcony lot coverage variance at 20 Ridgewood Drive, Turkey Point
• Approved side yard setback variance for 48-unit condo at 38 Harbour Street, Port Dover
• Approved accessory building variance at 51 Woodstock Ave, Long Point

By-law Appeals Committee

This agenda for the Norfolk County By-law Appeals Committee meeting on March 8, 2023, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Board of Health is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items, including approval of minutes and a confirming by-law. Staff reports cover 2022/2023 ISPA suspensions for designated vaccine-preventable diseases and the Haldimand-Norfolk Opioids Surveillance System. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the Medical Officer of Health vacancy, citing personal matters and labour relations.

• Information memo on 2022/2023 ISPA suspensions (HSS-23-003) with designated vaccine-preventable disease list
• Haldimand-Norfolk Opioids Surveillance System report (HSS-23-005)
• Closed session on Medical Officer of Health vacancy under Municipal Act Section 239(2)
• Confirming by-law 2023-03 to approve meeting proceedings
• Approval of minutes from February 7 and February 27, 2023 meetings

The Board of Health approved the minutes from February 7 and February 27, 2023. The board received information reports regarding the alPHa InfoBreak, ISPA suspensions, and the Opioids Surveillance System. Staff received direction during a closed session regarding the Medical Officer of Health vacancy.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved Special Board of Health Minutes from February 27, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved Board of Health Minutes from February 7, 2023 (Carried)
• Received January 2023 alPHa InfoBreak as information (Carried)
• Received Information Memo regarding 2022/2023 ISPA Suspensions as information (Carried)
• Received Haldimand-Norfolk Opioids Surveillance System report as information (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2023-03-BH to confirm meeting proceedings (Carried)

Council Workshop

This is a Council Workshop meeting focused on setting strategic priorities for the 2022-2026 term. The agenda includes reviewing the mission, vision, and values, discussing priorities, a Community Leaders Forum, and drafting a framework. No formal decisions are expected; it is for information and discussion only.

• Strategic priority setting for 2022-2026 term
• Review of mission, vision, and values
• Community Leaders Forum discussion
• Draft framework development
• Community identity discussion

Council attended a presentation by Municipal Vu Consulting. The session covered mission, vision, values, priorities, and a draft framework. No formal decisions were recorded.

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposal to close and convey the unopened portion of McCool Street, Plan 97B, in Waterford. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural matters.

• Proposed closure and conveyance of McCool Street (Unopened), Plan 97B, Waterford (CS-23-040)

The Public Hearing Committee received a report regarding the proposed closure and conveyance of McCool Street (Unopened), Plan 97B, Waterford. The committee decided that any additional comments from the public hearing will be considered in a future staff recommendation report.

• Approved waving rules of procedure to allow a formal presentation for Item 4.1
• Approved agenda amendments to include a presentation from John Vallee
• Received Report CS 23-040 regarding McCool Street closure for information
• Decided that further public hearing comments will be considered in a future staff report

Council Workshop

This is a Council Workshop meeting for educational training of members of Council, open to the public for information only. The agenda includes three workshop sessions: a procurement orientation, an MPAC 101 overview, and bylaw services matters. No decisions are being made; it is purely informational.

• Procurement orientation covering purchasing services, local preference, and lobbying
• MPAC 101 presentation on Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
• Bylaw services slide deck presentation

The meeting consisted of informational presentations and question-and-answer sessions. No substantive decisions were made or voted upon during this workshop.

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss staff reports on housing funding and public health, including a CMHC National Housing Co-Investment funding item and an opioid surveillance system update. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and disclosures.

• CMHC National Housing Co-Investment Funding (HSS-23-008)
• 2023 ISPA Suspensions (HSS-23-003)
• Haldimand-Norfolk Opioids Surveillance System (HSS-23-005)
• January 2023 alPHa InfoBreak communication

The committee approved the acceptance of $2,372,314 in National Housing Co-Investment Funding from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for social housing repairs. This action includes amending the 2023 Levy Supported Operating Budget and the 2023-2032 Capital Plan to incorporate county shares of the funding.

• Approved acceptance of $2,372,314 CMHC funding for social housing repairs
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign the CMHC Contribution Agreement
• Approved amendment to 2023 Levy Supported Operating Budget for Haldimand County's share of $1,012,300
• Approved amendment to 2023-2032 Capital Plan for Norfolk County's share of repair and renewal budget
• Adopted January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received information memo on 2022/2023 ISPA Suspensions
• Received information report on the Haldimand-Norfolk Opioids Surveillance System

Special Council

This is a special council meeting focused on litigation. Council will consider a by-law to delegate authority to the Chief Administrative Officer for litigation matters, and will hold a closed session to discuss a litigation matter. A confirming by-law will also be considered.

• By-law 2023-22: Authorizes the CAO delegated power related to litigation matters
• Closed session under Municipal Act 2001 Section 239(2)(e)(f) for litigation and solicitor-client privilege
• By-law 2023-23: Confirms proceedings of this special council meeting

Council approved By-law 2023-22 to grant the Chief Administrative Officer delegated power and authority related to litigation matters. The meeting included a closed session to discuss a litigation matter and provide direction to legal counsel and staff.

• Approved By-law 2023-22 authorizing CAO delegated power for litigation matters
• Approved By-law 2023-23 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting

Norfolk Heritage Committee

The Norfolk County Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, and receive an orientation. The main business is discussion of heritage permits for the VanNorman-Guiler-Smale Property and Governor Simcoe Square, plus updates on the Lynnwood Gazebo, a joint-heritage committee gathering, and a Places of Worship Committee.

• Chair and Vice-Chair election
• Discussion re: VanNorman-Guiler-Smale Property heritage permit
• Discussion re: Governor Simcoe Square heritage permit
• Update re: Lynnwood Gazebo
• Update re: Joint-Heritage Committee Gathering

The committee approved a heritage permit for Governor Simcoe Square. It elected Councillor Masschaele as Vice-Chair and deferred decisions on the VanNorman-Guiler-Smale Property and the Places of Worship Committee to the next meeting.

• Elected Councillor Masschaele as Committee Vice-Chair through December 31, 2023
• Approved Governor Simcoe Square Heritage Permit
• Deferred VanNorman-Guiler-Smale Property Heritage Permit to March 27, 2023
• Deferred appointment of Committee Chair to March 27, 2023
• Deferred Places of Worship Committee update to March 27, 2023
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit's Special Board of Health is meeting to discuss litigation matters in closed session and to consider a by-law granting the Norfolk County Chief Administrative Officer delegated authority related to litigation. The agenda also includes a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings. No other substantive business is listed.

• Closed session under Municipal Act for litigation or potential litigation and solicitor-client privilege
• By-law 2023-03-BH to authorize CAO delegated power for litigation matters
• By-law 2023-04-BH to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council

Norfolk County Council is meeting to consider several items, including the 2023 interim tax levy by-law, two residential development applications (a semi-detached development on Argyle Street in Simcoe and a subdivision on Charles Street in Waterford), and various by-laws. The agenda also includes property sale updates, lease agreements, and a closed session for a property sale update.

• 2023 Interim Levy By-Law (CS-23-036)
• Development Application ZNPL2022325 – 210 Argyle Street, Simcoe (CD-23-014)
• Development Applications 28TPL2022267 and ZNPL2022268 – Charles St Subdivision, Waterford (CD-23-015)
• By-law 2023-17 to regulate off-road vehicles on municipal highways
• By-law 2023-18 to establish the Sustainability Advisory Committee

Council approved zoning amendments for residential projects at 210 Argyle Street in Simcoe and a site in Waterford. A draft plan for a subdivision in Waterford was referred back to staff for further review. Council also adopted a new Accessible Street Signage Policy and the 2023 Interim Tax Levy.

• Approved zoning amendment for 210 Argyle Street, Simcoe (Resolution 12)
• Approved zoning amendment for Charles St subdivision, Waterford (Resolution 13)
• Referred draft plan for 23 single-detached lots and townhomes in Waterford back to staff (Resolution 13)
• Approved Accessible Street Signage Policy CS-54-AOP-10 (Resolution 14)
• Approved 2023 Interim Tax Levy By-Law (Resolution 4 & 15)
• Approved By-law 2023-17 to regulate off-road vehicles on municipal highways (Resolution 15)
• Approved By-law 2023-18 to establish the Sustainability Advisory Committee (Resolution 15)
• Removed specific Director of Planning approval wording from Committee of Adjustment Terms of Reference (Resolution 11)

Norfolk County Public Library Board

The Norfolk County Public Library Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including electing a chair and vice-chair, establishing committees, and setting board meeting dates. The board will also receive minutes from its November 2022 meeting and notes from the Friends of the Library Port Dover meetings.

• Electing the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board
• Establishing Committees
• Board Meeting Dates and Times
• Friends of the Library Port Dover Dec 2022 and Feb 2023 meeting notes
• Approval of November 23, 2022 post-meeting minutes

The Board elected its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary Treasurer and appointed members to five standing committees. The Board also directed the implementation of staff and CEO salary increases based on the 2023 Operating Budget.

• Elected Don Kearney-Bourque as Chair
• Elected Amanda Van Schyndel as Vice-Chair
• Appointed CEO Julie Kent as Secretary Treasurer
• Established Strategic Planning, Policy Development and Review, Facility Planning, Human Resources, and Finance committees
• Directed CEO to notify HR to implement economic wage increase for staff per 2023 Operating Budget
• Directed Chair to provide CEO with a letter stating their salary will increase
• Set monthly meeting schedule for the fourth Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. (excluding July and December)

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County's Council-in-Committee meets to discuss and decide on a range of items, including the results of the paid parking pilot project, a tender award for the Delhi Kinsmen Pool renovation, and several policy updates. The agenda also includes deputations on the Lansdowne Children's Centre and theft in the county, plus closed-session items on collective bargaining and insurance.

• Paid Parking Pilot Project Summary (CAO-22-152) with survey results and pay station locations
• Delhi Kinsmen Pool Award of Tender for Pool Renovation Project (OPS-23-001)
• Committee of Adjustment Terms of Reference (CAO-23-017)
• Commissioning Policy update (CAO-23-018)
• Summary of Bid Awards for period ending January 24, 2023 (CS-23-026)

Council approved multiple construction and service contracts, including pool renovations and road reconstruction. The committee also authorized collective bargaining mandates for IAMAW and CUPE unions and approved new terms of reference for the Sustainability Advisory Committee.

• Approved $1,298,700 contract with PK Construction Inc. for Delhi Kinsmen Pool Renovations, plus $33,587 for provisional items
• Approved $3,200,567.93 contract with Terracon Underground Ltd for Wellington Street Reconstruction, Waterford
• Approved $5,355,000 contract with GIP Paving Inc. for Cold Recycling and Hot Mix Asphalt
• Approved $226,000 purchase order with Parsons Inc. for Long Point Causeway Bridge monitoring
• Approved $269,725 contract with G. Douglas Vallee Limited for James Street, Delhi engineering services
• Authorized single source standardization of Viking Cive plow equipment for five years
• Appointed Councillor Veri and Councillor Van Paassen (alternate) to the Court of Revision until November 30, 2023
• Authorized staff to negotiate collective agreements with IAMAW Local Lodge 103 and CUPE Local 4700

OPP Detachment Board

The Norfolk County Police Services Board is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve the agenda and minutes, and receive presentations including a full financial statement, a Crime Stoppers update, and a deputation on solar speed signs. The board will also consider consent items, an update on the R.I.D.E. grant, and correspondence about police dogs.

• Chair and Vice-Chair Election
• Presentation: Police Services Board Full Financial Statement
• Deputation: Crime Stoppers Update
• Deputation: Solar Speed Signs
• Update Re: 2022-23 – 2023-24 Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) Grant

The Board elected Kim Huffman as Chair and Linda Vandendriessche as Vice-Chair for terms ending December 31, 2023. The Board also approved a $1,000 donation for the Ontario Provincial Police Charity Hockey Game and authorized a letter of support for bail reform to the Federal Government.

• Elected Kim Huffman as Police Services Board Chair (Carried)
• Elected Linda Vandendriessche as Police Services Board Vice-Chair (Carried)
• Approved circulating a letter of support for evidence-based bail reform to the Federal Government (Carried)
• Referred comments on solar speed signs to the Traffic Safety Committee (Carried)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates for April 26, June 28, Sept 27, and Nov 29 (Carried)
• Approved $1,000 donation from Auction Funds for OPP Charity Hockey Game jerseys (Carried)
• Authorized Vice-Chair Vandendriessche and Board Member Cruse to attend the OAPSB Spring Conference (Carried)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)

Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Board of Health is meeting to review staff reports on the rabies prevention program and health unit risk management, along with routine items like minutes and communications. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the Medical Officer of Health vacancy. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed on the open agenda.

• Rabies Prevention Program Update 2021-2022 (HSS-22-032)
• HNHU Risk Management Update (HSS-23-002)
• Closed session on Medical Officer of Health vacancy (HSS-23-C01)
• Confirming by-law 2023-02-BH
• Approval of minutes from Jan 19, 2023 and Oct 5, 2022 meetings

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold public hearings on five development applications, including zoning by-law amendments and official plan amendments. The committee will hear public input on each application before making recommendations.

• ZNPL2022349 - 28TPL2022350 - 17 Highway Crescent, CD-23-004
• OPNPL2022278 - ZNPL2022279 - 13 Lakeside Lane, CD-22-096
• OPNPL2022333 - ZNPL2022335 - 260 West Church Street, CD-23-006
• OPNPL2022313 - ZNPL2022314 - 600 Norfolk St N Simcoe, CD-23-009
• ZNPL2022342 - 20 Hawtrey Rd Delhi, CD-23-008

The committee received staff reports for information regarding four development applications. One application for 13 Lakeside Lane was deemed incomplete, and the committee agreed to waive resubmission fees if withdrawn and resubmitted within six months.

• Received staff report CD-23-004 for 17 Highway Crescent for information (Carried)
• Approved waiving resubmission fees for 13 Lakeside Lane if applications OPNPL2022228 and ZNPL2022279 are withdrawn and resubmitted within 6 months (Carried)
• Received staff report CD-23-006 for 260 West Church Street for information (Carried)
• Received staff report CD-23-009 for 600 Norfolk St N Simcoe for information (Carried)
• Received staff report CD-23-008 for 20 Hawtrey Rd Delhi for information (Carried)

Council

Norfolk County Council's regular meeting on January 25, 2023, includes a mix of routine approvals and substantive decisions. Council will consider the 2023 rate-supported operating budget update, adopt several zoning by-law amendments for properties in Windham, Charlotteville, and Port Dover, and approve multiple drainage works by-laws. The agenda also includes establishing several new advisory committees and a motion for a councillor training budget.

• 2023 Water and Wastewater Rates By-law (By-law 2023-12) with schedules for rates and user fees
• Zoning by-law amendments for 1409 Windham Road 19 (Springflower Ltd.), Lynedoch Subdivision, and 323 & 327 St. George St., Port Dover
• Drainage by-laws for Prescott Drain Branch E, Zdriluk Drain, and Regional Road 21 Municipal Drain
• By-laws to establish Agriculture, Recreation and Parks, Heritage, Economic Development, and Planning Advisory Committees
• Motion for a new Councillor Training Budget initiative

Council approved several drainage by-laws and budget amendments for the Regional Road 21 and Zdriluk drains. Multiple zoning amendments and a subdivision plan for 17 residential lots in Charlotteville were approved. Council also appointed new members to the Accessibility and Heritage advisory committees.

• Approved 17-lot residential subdivision and zoning amendment for Lynedoch Subdivision
• Approved zoning amendments for 1409 Windham Road 19, 323 St. George St, and 327 St. George St
• Approved $1.466M budget increase for Regional Road 21 Drain and decreased project 5532327 to $1.2M
• Approved $620,000 budget increase for Zdriluk Drain
• Adopted by-law for Prescott Drain Branch E improvements and Branch B partial abandonment
• Denied request for cost/benefit analysis to increase Council member training budget
• Appointed 6 members to the Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Appointed 6 members to the Norfolk County Heritage Committee

Budget Committee

This agenda for the Norfolk County Budget Committee meeting on 2023-01-19 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Special Board of Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit's Special Board of Health is meeting to consider the proposed 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Budget (CS-22-211) and a confirming by-law. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda, disclosure of pecuniary interests, and deputations. No other substantive items are listed.

• Proposed 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Budget (CS-22-211)
• Appendix A - Proposed 2023 HSS Advisory Budget
• Confirming by-law for proceedings of the January 19, 2023 meeting

The Board of Health approved the 2023 Operating Budget for the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. The approved budget includes a net levy requirement of $3,268,600.

• Approved 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Operating Budget with net levy of $3,268,600
• Approved By-law 2023-01-BH to confirm proceedings of the January 19, 2023 meeting

Committee of Adjustment

The Norfolk County Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on 12 applications for land severances (consents) and minor variances from the Zoning By-Law. The agenda includes several requests to create new lots in Courtland, Port Ryerse, and other areas, along with requests to reduce minimum lot area, front yard setback, and accessory building size and height requirements. The meeting is open to the public via Microsoft Teams.

• Severance of two lots at 1 St Ladislaus Street, Courtland (BNPL2022328, BNPL2022330) with associated variances for reduced lot area (ANPL2022329, ANPL2022331, ANPL2022332)
• Severance at 16 Glen Meyer Rd, Glen Meyer (BNPL2022303) with variance for reduced front yard setback and increased accessory floor area (ANPL2022304)
• Variance to allow an accessory dwelling unit with increased setback at 1804 Vittoria Rd, Vittoria (ANPL2022336)
• Variance for larger and taller accessory building at 64 Bee Street, St. Williams (ANPL2022321)
• Severance of surplus farm dwelling at 380 Elgin County Rd 55, Vienna (BNPL2022334)

The Committee of Adjustment approved 12 applications involving land severances and requests for relief from zoning bylaws. Decisions included the creation of new lots in Courtland and Port Ryerse, as well as permissions for accessory buildings and a residential dwelling unit.

• Approved severance and lot area deficiency relief for 1 St Ladislaus Street (BNPL2022328, ANPL2022329, BNPL2022330, ANPL2022331, ANPL2022322)
• Approved severance and setback/floor area relief for 16 Glen Meyer Rd (BNPL2022303, ANPL2022304)
• Approved setback relief for a new accessory residential dwelling unit at 1804 Vittoria Rd (ANPL2022336)
• Approved floor area and height relief for accessory building at 64 Bee Street (ANPL2022321)
• Approved side yard setback relief for accessory building at 1495 Old Brock Street (ANPL2022339)
• Approved severance for 17 Highway Crescent in Courtland (BNPL2022305)
• Approved severance of a surplus dwelling at 380 Elgin County Rd 55 (BNPL2022334)
• Approved severance and easement creation for 6 Evans Street (BNPL2022240)

Budget Committee

The Norfolk County Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget, including federal and provincial grant cost-sharing information, a proposed 2023-2032 capital plan for levy-supported projects, and additional information on discretionary operating budget items. A deputation on museum staffing is also scheduled. The meeting is a working session to review budget details before final decisions.

• Deputation by Judy Schaeffer re: Museum Staffing
• 2023 Budget - Federal and Provincial Grants Cost Share Information (CS-23-016)
• Levy Supported New/Incremental Capital and Studies – 2023-2032 Capital Plan (CS-23-005)
• Levy Supported Operating Budget - Discretionary Items Additional Information (CS-23-023)

The Budget Committee approved the 2023 Levy Supported Operating Budget with a net levy requirement of $119,355,900. The committee also approved the 2023 Capital Plan and the Police Services Board budget. Several discretionary budget initiatives were approved, while a wage increase for the Mayor and Councillors was removed.

• Approved 2023 Levy Supported Operating Budget with Net Levy Requirement of $119,355,900
• Approved 2023 Capital Plan in the amount of $2,323,000
• Approved Police Services Board budget as presented
• Removed 2023 Mayor and Councillor wage increase from budget
• Approved $92,100 for Norfolk County Public Library discretionary initiative
• Approved $25,000 for South Coast Ontario Region (SCOR) membership
• Approved budget for Curator in Heritage and Culture Services
• Removed $300,000 reserve allocation for Council Initiative Reserve

Council-in-Committee

Norfolk County's Council-in-Committee will consider a proposed telecommunications tower at 274 Front Road, including public comments and technical input. The agenda also includes restructuring several advisory committees, a corporate sustainability guiding document, and routine reports on insurance losses, capital status, bid awards, and drain construction billing. Several items will be discussed in closed session, including litigation and property matters.

• Telecommunications tower application at 274 Front Road (CD-23-002)
• Restructuring Tourism and Economic Development Advisory Board and Planning Advisory Committee (CAO-22-149)
• Restructuring Norfolk Agricultural Advisory Committee (CAO-23-005)
• Restructuring Recreation Advisory Committee (CAO-23-006)
• Heritage Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (CAO-23-007)

Council approved a contract for Colborne Street North reconstruction and supported a telecommunications tower at 274 Front Road. The committee also approved terms of reference and recruitment for several advisory committees and appointed members to the Committee of Adjustment and Library Board.

• Approved $2,277,167.34 contract with R.F. Almas Company Limited for Colborne Street North Reconstruction Phase 1
• Supported telecommunication tower application at 274 Front Road pending co-location confirmation at 1086 Bay Street
• Approved Terms of Reference and recruitment for Economic Development, Planning, Agricultural, and Heritage Advisory Committees
• Approved restructuring of Recreation Advisory Committee to Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee
• Referred Sustainability Advisory Committee Terms of Reference back to staff for development
• Appointed Alan Strang, Rudy Stickl, Lisa Dove, Linda D’Hondt-Crandon, Philip Schockaert, and Tim Rivard to Committee of Adjustment
• Appointed Lisa Marr, Carolyn Nordheimer, Jennifer Schooley, Sue Defreyne, Don Kearney-Bourque, Amanda Van Schyndel, and Kayla Baum to Library Board
• Approved write-off of balance transfer error in the Elliot Drain

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2023 rate-supported operating budget and the 2023-2032 capital plan for water and wastewater services. Presentations will be given by staff on water and wastewater operations and the proposed operating budget. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion.

• Discussion of 2023-2032 Capital Plan (CS-23-009) for rate-supported projects
• Presentation on Water and Wastewater Operations by Andrew Grice
• Presentation on Proposed 2023 Rate Supported Operating Budget (CS-23-012)
• Discussion of Proposed 2023 Rate Supported Operating Budget (CS-23-012)

The committee approved the 2023 Rate Supported Operating Budget and associated water and wastewater rates effective February 1, 2023. It also approved $8,443,000 for specific capital projects and studies. Two new business initiatives for project managers were authorized.

• Approved 2023 Rate Supported Operating Budget with Net Rate Requirement of $26,654,200 (7-2)
• Approved 2023 Water and Wastewater Rates effective February 1, 2023 (7-2)
• Approved $8,443,000 for 2023 Rate New/Incremental Capital and Studies (Carried)
• Approved New Business Initiatives for Project Manager – Preventative Maintenance and Project Manager – Vertical Infrastructure (7-2)
• Removed Item 5532237 New Watermain – Ireland Rd from capital plan (Carried)
• Amended Item 5832045 Inter Urban Water Supply Program Engineering to 1 FTE (Carried)
• Directed staff to report in Q2 2023 on separating fire protection from the rate budget (Carried)
• Denied proposal to reduce New Business Initiatives budget allocation by half (Defeated)

Public Hearing Committee

The Norfolk County Public Hearing Committee is meeting to hold public hearings on two development applications: an official plan and zoning by-law amendment for 1409 Windham Road, and a zoning by-law amendment for 210 Argyle Street in Simcoe. The committee will receive public input before making recommendations to Council.

• OPNPL2022315 - ZNPL2022134 - 1409 Windham Road - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
• ZNPL2022325 - 210 Argyle St, Simcoe - Zoning By-law Amendment
• Public hearing for CD-23-001 (1409 Windham Road)
• Public hearing for CD-23-003 (210 Argyle St, Simcoe)

The Committee received staff reports for information regarding development applications at 1409 Windham Road and 210 Argyle St, Simcoe. No final decisions were made on the applications; public comments will be considered in future recommendation reports.

• Approved agenda with amendments to Item 4.2 (Carried)
• Received staff Report CD-22-001 for applications OPNPL2022315 and ZNPL2022134 for information (Carried)
• Received staff Report CD 23-003 for application ZNPL2022325 for information (Carried)

Board of Health

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. The document is essentially empty of content.

By-law Appeals Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Norfolk County By-law Appeals Committee. The agenda contains no substantive items, only boilerplate interface text and placeholders, so there is nothing concrete to report.

Haldimand and Norfolk Housing and Social Services Advisory Committee

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services Advisory Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, review its terms of reference, and consider the proposed 2023 shared services budget. They will also receive updates on rabies prevention, risk management, and a new service delivery plan for Ontario Works.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Terms of Reference
• Proposed 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Budget (CS-22-211)
• Rabies Prevention Program Update 2021-2022 (HSS-22-032)
• New Service Delivery Plan for Ontario Works (HSS-22-031)

The Health and Social Services Advisory Committee elected its Chair and Vice Chair and approved amendments to its Terms of Reference. The committee endorsed the Proposed 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Operating Budget and supported rabies prevention activities.

• Elected Shelley Ann Bentley as Chair (Carried)
• Elected Linda Vandendriessche as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Amended Terms of Reference to allow virtual attendance via Microsoft Teams (Carried)
• Endorsed Proposed 2023 Haldimand-Norfolk Shared Services Operating Budget (Carried)
• Supported HNHU’s Rabies Prevention Program activities (Carried)
• Received HNHU Risk Management Update HSS-23-002 as information (Carried)
• Received New Service Delivery Plan for Ontario Works as information (Carried)
• Adopted meeting minutes from September 26, 2022