North Grenville public meetings in 2023
147 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several active transportation projects, including a draft bicycle rack cost-sharing program policy, the Heron's Nest Park concept plan, and a pathway connection from Tempo subdivision to County Road 43. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.
- Review of draft Bicycle Rack Cost-sharing Program Policy
- Heron's Nest Park Concept Plan
- County Road 43 to Sommerville Road multi-use path discussion
- Pathway from Tempo subdivision east of Food Basics to County Road 43
- Traffic calming on Van Buren
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review the Arts and Culture Development Fund program and application, discuss the Arts and Culture Policy, and plan its workplan. No decision items or delegations are on the agenda, so the meeting is largely informational and procedural.
- Review of Arts and Culture Development Fund program and application
- Review of Arts and Culture Policy (PRC-2022-002-ATT1)
- Discussion of 2023 committee workplan
- Approval of November 28, 2023 meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting includes a closed session for training and personal matters, followed by an open session. The main agenda item is a report on 2024 budget pre-approval for community benefit, with attached funding proposals and budget documents. The meeting also includes a public question period and a confirmation by-law.
- 2024 Budget Pre-approval for Community Benefit
- Municipal Funding Proposal 2.0
- NGCC Budget Income Statement 2023
- 2024 BIA Municipal Ask
- Confirmation By-Law 123-23
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its workplan and receive updates on the Oxford Mills Public School habitat garden, the Green/Climate Change Plan consultation, and the Heron's Nest Park concept plan. No delegations are scheduled. The meeting is largely informational and advisory, with no major decisions expected.
- Committee workplan review
- Habitat garden update at Oxford Mills Public School
- Green/Climate Change Plan consultation update
- Heron's Nest Park concept plan discussion
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council meets December 13, 2023, to receive a population and housing study presentation, consider a zoning standards update, and vote on several consent items including an accessibility report, a one-year extension for eQuinelle Phase 5C, and a by-law to remove the holding symbol from 24 Precision Drive. The meeting is open to the public and live-streamed.
- Presentation on North Grenville Housing Study and Population Housing and Employment Forecast
- Notice of Motion – Zoning Standards Update (received for information)
- Access Agreement – eQuinelle Phase 5C Draft Plan Extension (one-year extension of Phase V)
- By-Law 121-23 to remove holding symbol from 24 Precision Drive
- 2023 Annual Accessibility Status Report (consent)
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a co-chair and review their committee workplan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding amalgamation and the heritage inventory.
- Appointment of a Co-Chair for the meeting
- Committee Workplan review
- Discussion regarding Amalgamation
- Discussion regarding Heritage Inventory
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee is reviewing information items including the Heron's Nest Park Conceptual Plan. The committee will also discuss reports regarding opioid overdoses and the Kemptville Mile.
- Heron's Nest Park Conceptual Plan report
- Opioid Overdoses information item
- Kemptville Mile information item
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee is meeting for its sixth session. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of minutes and agenda. The only substantive item is a discussion of the committee's 2023-2024 workplan and working groups.
- Discussion of 2023-2024 workplan and working groups
- Approval of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear from the Solicitor General's office, and review the OPP report. Key business items include the KPMG draft financial statements for 2022, the proposed 2024 budget, and a discussion on speed radar. No delegations or correspondence are listed.
- Approval of minutes from December 6, 2023 regular meeting
- Delegation from Office of the Solicitor General (Graham Wright)
- OPP report for October 2023
- KPMG draft financial statements (auditor's report) for year ended 2022-12-31
- PSB 2024 budget discussion
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including a proposed amalgamation with the Environmental Action Advisory Committee. The agenda includes routine approvals and updates on the committee workplan, rural community improvement plan, LEAR, and drainage. No decision items or delegations are listed.
- Discussion of amalgamation of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Environmental Action Advisory Committees
- Committee Workplan update
- Rural Community Improvement Plan update
- LEAR update
- Drainage update
Special Council Meeting
The Council will meet for a special session including a closed session. The closed portion involves discussions regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual and trade secrets.
- Closed Session: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Section 239(2)(b))
- Closed Session: Trade secrets or financial information (Section 239(2)(j))
- By-Law 117-23: Confirmation of Council proceedings
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment to allow a contractor's yard at 2509 McGovern Road, adopt an updated land acknowledgement, and review a parking study. The meeting also includes a petition response for O'Neill Road resurfacing and several routine consent items.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-05-23 for 2509 McGovern Road: change from Rural (RU) to Rural – Special Exception (RU-70) for contractor's yard
- Adoption of updated land acknowledgement text for municipal meetings and events
- Parking Study recommendations including repurposing spaces on Clothier Street and commercial loading zones on Prescott Street
- O'Neill Road resurfacing petition: staff directed to continue current Roads Resurfacing Work Plan
- Proposed $15,000 fund for cultural and heritage events from Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding its 8th meeting of 2023. The agenda is largely informational, with no decision items or delegations. Members will receive updates on planning and development, corporate strategy, economic development, working groups, and heritage/arts/culture, and will approve the minutes from the November 6 meeting.
- Approve minutes of November 6, 2023 meeting
- Receive Planning and Development Update
- Receive Corporate Strategy Update
- Receive Economic Development Update
- Receive Smart Farms North Grenville kick-off meeting agenda
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee will discuss North Grenville demographics and review their committee workplan. The meeting also includes reports on human rights and equity statements.
- Review of North Grenville demographics
- Review and revision of the Committee Workplan
- Discussion of ETFO Human Rights and Equity Statements
- Code of Conduct review
- Committee member recruitment
Special Council Meeting
This is a special Council meeting of the Municipality of North Grenville held on December 1, 2023, at Brigadoon, 9 Bridge Street, Oxford Mills. The agenda is largely procedural: it includes approval of the agenda, a closed session for council training under Section 239(3.1), and a confirmation by-law. No substantive public decisions or discussions are listed.
- Closed session for council education/training under Section 239(3.1)
- By-Law 116-23 to confirm proceedings of the December 1, 2023 meeting
- Land acknowledgement recognizing un-ceded Anishnabek territory
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from October 31, 2023, and to discuss the Arts and Culture Development Fund, including program details, application forms, and a draft individual application. The committee will also review its handbook and consider items for the next meeting. No delegations or correspondence items are scheduled.
- Arts and Culture Development Fund program and application review
- Draft individual application for North Grenville Arts and Culture Development Fund
- Approval of October 31, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Committee Handbook dated November 10, 2023
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, receive an update from the Mayor's Office, and hear three presentations on climate justice, people-centered developments, and mixed-use development. The meeting also includes discussion items, other business, and public questions.
- Presentation on Climate Justice by Hailey Mitchell-Massey
- Presentation on Building People-centered Developments by Liam Bancej
- Presentation on Mixed-use Development by Amy Martin, Director of Planning and Development
- Approval of minutes from October 19, 2023 meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review several reports, including the 2023 Annual Accessibility Report and an accessible transit report. Members will also discuss Curry Park's designation as an accessible park and the use of accessible picnic tables.
- Curry Park - Designated Accessible Park discussion
- Accessible Transit Report review
- 2023 Annual Accessibility Report review
- Review of AODA Training
- Discussion of accessible picnic tables
Special Council Meeting
This is a special virtual meeting of North Grenville Council. The main substantive item is a motion to enter closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, likely a municipal employee. The rest of the agenda is procedural: approving the agenda, land acknowledgement, disclosure of interest, and a confirmation by-law to adopt the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act for personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Confirmation By-Law 114-23 to confirm proceedings of the November 21, 2023 special meeting
- Land acknowledgement recognizing un-ceded Anishnabek territory and Indigenous peoples
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive two information reports: one on opioid overdoses and one on the Kemptville Mile. No decision items or delegations are scheduled, so the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Report on opioid overdoses
- Report on Kemptville Mile
- Approval of September 11, 2023 minutes
Special Council Meeting
This is a special virtual council meeting of the Municipality of North Grenville. The main item is a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss confidential information supplied in confidence, which could prejudice negotiations if disclosed. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the agenda, coming out of closed session, a public question period, and adopting a confirmation by-law.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(i) of the Municipal Act for confidential information
- By-Law 114-23 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
- Public question period relating to agenda items
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle will review a draft Reconciliation Framework and a report regarding the Duty to Consult. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding the North Grenville Waterfront Access Strategy.
- Review of Draft Reconciliation Framework
- Discussion of Duty to Consult report
- Waterfront Access Strategy delegation
- Review of resolutions from other municipalities
- Approval of October 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is dedicated to hearing delegations from eight local organizations seeking grants, including the Kemptville Disc Golf Club, Kemptville Minor Football Club, Kemptville Youth Musical Theater Company, Music Instrument Lending Library Kemptville, North Grenville Arts Guild, RCSCC 338 Defiant Navy League, Victoria's Quilts Kemptville Branch, and Volunteer Centre of St. Lawrence-Rideau. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for presentations and public questions, followed by a confirmation by-law.
- Delegations from 8 community groups for grant applications
- Public question period for agenda items
- By-Law 113-23 to confirm proceedings
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom and live streamed on YouTube
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its workplan, a recommendation to Council about bicycle racks, and an Active School Travel study with infrastructure recommendations. The agenda includes no decision items or delegations, so the meeting is primarily for discussion and information.
- Review of draft committee workplan updated Oct. 18, 2023
- Recommendation to Council regarding bicycle racks
- Active School Travel Study infrastructure recommendations
- Action item updates: Riverside Park parking, bicycle parking commemorative program, sidewalk plan, park-and-ride signs
Special Council Meeting
This is a special virtual council meeting focused on receiving presentations from nine community groups requesting grants. Council will hear from each group and receive the presentations for information, with no decisions listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda approval and a confirmation by-law.
- big baNG at North Grenville District High School grant application
- Eastern Ontario Quilt Documentation grant application
- Friday Drawing Circle grant application
- Kemptville Street Piano Concerts on Campus and Summer Concert Series grant applications
- NG Art Challenge, North Grenville Community Theatre One Act Festival and Romance on the Road, and RNJ Youth Services grant applications
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, appointing a meeting chair, and discussing its workplan. They will also receive updates on a plaque, walking tours, and the heritage inventory, and review correspondence about the Red Tape Reduction Act. No delegations are scheduled.
- Approve draft minutes from July 11, 2023
- Appoint chair for the meeting
- Review committee workplan
- Discuss plaque update, walking tours, and heritage inventory
- Correspondence on Red Tape Reduction Act
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting for its second session. They will decide on appointing a co-chair and will discuss the code of conduct, committee handbook, municipal EDI strategy, and a proposed workplan. No delegations are scheduled.
- Appoint Co-Chair
- Review Code of Conduct
- Review Committee Handbook
- Discuss Municipal EDI Strategy
- Review Committee Workplan
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider several planning items, including four zoning by-law amendments and a recommendation on draft conditions for the Equinelle subdivision phases. The agenda includes public meetings for three of the zoning amendments. No other reports or business are listed.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 08-23 for 4062 County Road 43 to vary rear and side yard setbacks for additional on-site storage
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 09-23 for 686 County Road 44 (Star Toilets) to add permitted uses to the RU-53 zone
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 10-23 for 640 Jig Street to rezone from Agriculture One (A1) to Agriculture Two (A2)
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 06-22 for Archstone Oxford Mills Subdivision to rezone from Rural to Residential First Density (R1-46, R1-47) and Flooding and Erosion Protection Zone
- Recommendation to United Counties of Leeds and Grenville on draft conditions for Equinelle Phase 2H and Phase 6
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one application for a minor variance at 608-616 Fisher Crescent. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a public hearing for the variance application. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing for minor variance application A-11-23 at 608-616 Fisher Crescent
- Approval of draft minutes from October 11, 2023 meeting
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to review the OPP report, discuss the 2024 budget, and receive updates on road safety funding and awards. The agenda also includes a delegation from the 'Let's Remember Adam' campaign and a report on public works speed.
- 2024 Budget Discussion with draft PSB budget attached
- OPP Report for September 2023
- Road Safety Funding Update
- Road Safety Award Update
- Public Works Speed Report
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, receiving advisory committee reports, and adopting by-laws. The most significant action is a recommendation to award a $215,876.50 contract for relocating hydro poles at the Kemptville Water Pollution Control Plant. Council will also consider updating marriage service fees and designating a New Year's Eve event as municipally significant.
- Award tender NG-23-41 for hydro relocation at Kemptville WPCP to E.C. Carruthers and Sons Utility Construction Ltd. for $215,876.50 (excluding HST)
- Approve By-Law 105-23 to amend the schedule of departmental fees and charges, including marriage services fees
- Designate JAM Productions' 2023 New Year's Eve event as a Municipally Significant Event
- Adopt By-Law 75-23, Amendment No. 11 to the Official Plan
- Approve minutes from multiple council, committee, and advisory board meetings
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, then move into a closed session to discuss a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition and to conduct council strategic training. After closed session, council will adopt a confirmation by-law (104-23) to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act s. 239(2)(c) for land acquisition/disposition
- Closed session under s. 239(3.1) for council strategic training
- Adoption of By-Law 104-23 to confirm proceedings
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee will review a draft Economic Development Strategy and hear a presentation regarding the Kemptville Campus. The meeting also includes several departmental updates on planning, corporate strategy, and economic development.
- Delegation: Kemptville Campus presentation by Liz Sutherland and Brian McKee
- Information Item: Draft Economic Development Strategy by Jaiman Chin of Strategy Crop
- Update: Planning and Development
- Update: Economic Development, Heritage, Arts, and Culture
- Update: Corporate Strategy
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a delegation about the Shalom Tiny Housing Project, review its project charter/work plan, and approve the minutes from its October 5 meeting. No decision items are listed, so the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Delegation: Shalom Tiny Housing Project by Mary Ritskes, Janne Ritskes, Cora Beking
- Review of Project Charter/Work Plan (attachment HoAC_2023-11-02_5_Attachment.pdf)
- Approval of draft minutes from October 5, 2023 meeting
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, review information on farm and business directories, discuss the Johnstown grain terminal, and consider farm grants and loan programs. The agenda includes no decision items or delegations, and most items are informational or updates on ongoing workplan topics.
- Approve minutes of September 6, 2023 meeting (as amended)
- Review farm and business directory sign-up links (Leeds Grenville, Kemptville Campus, Love NG)
- Discussion of Johnstown Grain Terminal (attachment)
- Review of Young Farmers grant and loan program information
- Updates on committee workplan, rural community improvement plan, and drainage
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its 2024 budget request and review the 2023 Arts and Culture Development Fund. The committee will also approve minutes from September and update its workplan. No delegations are scheduled.
- 2024 Committee Budget Request Discussion
- 2023 Arts and Culture Development Fund Review
- Approve minutes of September 28, 2023 meeting
- Committee Workplan - Develop/Update
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several accessibility-related items, including the designation of Curry Park as an accessible park, general planning and accessibility, accessible picnic tables, inclusive terminology, and past accessibility plans and reports. The committee will also review the draft 2023 Annual Accessibility Report. No decision items or delegations are listed.
- Curry Park - Designated Accessible Park
- General Planning and Accessibility
- Accessible Picnic Tables
- Inclusive Terminology
- Draft Report - 2023 Annual Accessibility Report
Council Meeting
The Council meeting consists primarily of a closed session for strategic training for council and senior management. There are no reports, presentations, or other business items listed on the agenda.
- Closed session for council and senior management strategic training
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee will meet to discuss its committee workplan. The meeting includes a delegation regarding green burials and updates on habitat gardens and the Emerald Ash Borer.
- Decision item: Committee Workplan
- Delegation: Green Burials by Sasha Honsl
- Report: Habitat Garden Update
- Report: Emerald Ash Borer
Council Meeting
This Council meeting is largely procedural, with no reports, presentations, delegations, correspondence, or by-laws (other than a confirmation by-law) on the agenda. The main substantive item is a motion to enter Closed Session for council strategic training, which is permitted under Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act for education or training purposes. The meeting will also approve the agenda, adopt the confirmation by-law, and adjourn.
- Closed Session for council strategic training under Section 239(3.1)
- Adoption of By-Law 100-23 to confirm proceedings of the October 20, 2023 meeting
- Approval of the agenda as presented
- No reports, presentations, delegations, or correspondence listed
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive an update from the Mayor's Office, and hear a presentation on Climate Justice by Hailey Mitchell-Massey. They will also discuss the Mayor for a Day program, a budget update, and ParticipACTION input. The meeting is largely informational and discussion-focused.
- Approve draft minutes from September 21, 2023
- Presentation on Climate Justice by Hailey Mitchell-Massey
- Discussion of Mayor for a Day program
- Budget update
- ParticipACTION input
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is meeting to discuss several decision items, including a land acknowledgement, a draft reconciliation framework, and a Survivors Flag mural. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting. No delegations or correspondence items are listed.
- Land Acknowledgement attachment review
- Draft Reconciliation Framework attachment review
- Survivors Flag Mural discussion
- Approval of September 19, 2023 meeting minutes
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit on older adults, and to receive updates on several active transportation projects. No decision items are on the agenda.
- Delegation: Older Adults of Leeds, Grenville, and Lanark Review by Kathryn Allwright-Casselden
- Update: Riverside Park Additional Parking
- Update: Dickenson Trail to Bedell Road Rail Trail Connection Feasibility
- Update: Traffic Calming measures of VanBuren Street
- Update: Bicycle Parking in Public Multi-unit Residential and Commercial Spaces
Council Meeting
Council will consider awarding a three-year transit services contract to Mobility Transportation Specialists (MTS) at a maximum hourly rate of $91.54 in year one, and will receive a parking study with recommendations for staff to review and implement. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Women Abuse Prevention Month, a fee waiver request, and the assumption of infrastructure from the Oxford Mills development.
- Award 3-year transit contract to MTS, max $91.54/hour year one
- Receive WSP parking study and direct staff to implement recommendations
- Proclaim November 2023 as Women Abuse Prevention Month and raise flag
- Waive $82.68 rental fee for Sustainable North Grenville workshop at Maplewood Hall
- Assume Oxford Mills development roadway and utility infrastructure via By-Law 98-23
Council Meeting
This is a routine procedural meeting with no substantive reports, presentations, or by-laws other than a confirmation by-law. Council will enter closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice, then return to open session to adopt the confirmation by-law and adjourn.
- Closed session under Municipal Act s.239(2)(f) for solicitor-client privilege
- By-Law 101-23 to confirm proceedings of the October 17, 2023 meeting
- No reports, delegations, correspondence, or other by-laws on the agenda
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
This is the inaugural meeting of the North Grenville Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee. Members will appoint a co-chair, set meeting dates for November and December 2023, and review the committee handbook, terms of reference, and a presentation on EDI. The agenda is largely organizational and introductory, with no prior minutes, delegations, or decision items beyond the co-chair appointment and scheduling.
- Appoint Co-Chair
- Establish meeting dates, times, and location for November and December 2023
- Review Committee Handbook (March 13, 2023)
- Review Terms of Reference
- Presentation by Lynn Tyler, EDI Facilitator
Council Meeting
This North Grenville Council meeting on October 11, 2023 is largely procedural, with no public reports, presentations, or by-laws on the agenda. The main substantive items are handled in a closed session, which will discuss land negotiations (subdivision agreements) and appointments to local boards or committees. The open portion includes agenda approval, disclosure of interest, and adjournment.
- Closed session for land acquisition/disposition negotiations (subdivision agreements)
- Closed session for appointments to local boards or committees
- Land acknowledgement recognizing unceded Anishnabek territory
- No public reports, presentations, or by-laws listed
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to review OPP and committee reports, discuss the 2024 budget, and receive updates on road safety funding and awards. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and reports, with no delegations scheduled.
- 2024 Budget Discussion
- Road Safety Funding Update
- Road Safety Award Update
- Fortification By-Law 23-03
- Zone Meeting November 24 planning
Committee of Adjustment
The North Grenville Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two applications for minor variances. The committee will hold public hearings for a property at 2727 Rideau Glen Lane and another at 914 Maple Hill Road, and will also approve the minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for minor variance application A-09-23 at 2727 Rideau Glen Lane
- Public hearing for minor variance application A-10-23 at 914 Maple Hill Road
- Approval of draft minutes from August 9, 2023
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments. The first would rezone 2509 McGovern Road from Rural to Rural-Special Exception to allow a contractor's yard. The second would rezone land in South Gower from Rural to Business Enterprise for Prosperity Holding Inc. Council will also approve previous meeting minutes and a confirmation by-law.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 05-23: 2509 McGovern Road, Rural (RU) to Rural-Special Exception (RU-70) for contractor's yard
- Zoning By-Law Amendment 07-23: Concession 6, Part of Lot 12, South Gower, Rural (RU) to Business Enterprise (C5) for Prosperity Holding Inc
- By-Law 95-23 to enact zoning change at 2509 McGovern Road
- By-Law 96-23 to enact zoning change in South Gower
- By-Law 97-23 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive a presentation on accessible affordable housing, and set goals and objectives. No decisions or delegations are scheduled.
- Presentation on Accessible Affordable Housing
- Approval of September 14, 2023 minutes
- Goal and objective setting discussion
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from July and September, and to receive updates on the Water Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, economic development, heritage, arts and culture, planning, and corporate strategy. No decision items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of draft minutes from July 4 and September 5, 2023 meetings
- Correspondence item on Water Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
- Economic Development related updates from Heritage and Arts and Culture
- Planning and Development Update
- Corporate Strategy Update (report attached)
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council meets October 3, 2023, to decide on several routine items including a new stop sign, a sewer/watermain easement, and heritage property alterations. The agenda also includes proclamations for various awareness weeks and days, plus approval of advisory committee minutes.
- By-Law 92-23: stop sign eastbound on Marlin Road at Townline Road
- By-Law 93-23: assume sanitary sewer and watermain on Pt 1 of 15R-9055, Lot 26, Concession 3
- Alterations to heritage property at 313 French Settlement Road under Ontario Heritage Act
- Proclaim Fire Prevention Week (Oct 8-14), Local Government Week (Oct 15-21), Waste Reduction Week (Oct 15-21)
- Proclaim Oct 11 as International Day of the Girl and Oct 17 as Child Care Worker & ECE Appreciation Day
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the August minutes, hear a delegation on the Kemptville Campus Master Plan, discuss a workplan update, and review the committee handbook. No correspondence or reports are listed.
- Delegation: Kemptville Campus - Campus Master Plan
- Decision item: Committee Workplan - Develop Update
- Review Committee Handbook
- Approve minutes of August 29, 2023 meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, appointing a co-chair, and setting future meeting dates. They will also discuss accessibility standards for parks and recreation, community awareness, the municipal website, and a parking study recommendation.
- Appoint Co-Chair
- Establish future meeting dates and time
- Discussion of accessibility standards for parks and recreation
- Discussion of community awareness of accessibility
- Parking study recommendation
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the August minutes, discuss its workplan, and receive an update on the Habitat Garden. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve minutes of August 28, 2023 meeting
- Review committee workplan
- Habitat Garden update
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting on September 19, 2023, to decide on several items, including a new OPP contract, a modified Fire Prevention and Protection Captain position, and amendments to property standards bylaws. They will also consider a community grants policy, a business blue box collection agreement, and a proclamation for Franco-Ontarian Day. The meeting includes routine consent items and updates on the Burritt's Rapids community park and design project.
- By-Law 88-23 to authorize OPP contract with Ontario Solicitor General
- Modify Fire Prevention Officer position to Fire Prevention and Protection Captain
- By-Law 89-23 amending Property Standards By-Law 33-00
- Appoint Jeff Baribeau and Andrew Parent as Property Standards Officers (By-Law 90-23)
- Authorize agreement with Emterra for business Blue Box collection
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and a 25th anniversary event, and review a draft reconciliation framework and committee workplan. No delegations or correspondence items are listed.
- Approve minutes of August 17, 2023 meeting
- Discuss National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on September 30
- Discuss 25th Anniversary Event on September 26
- Review draft Reconciliation Framework
- Review Committee Workplan
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee is holding its third meeting, primarily to hear a delegation on affordable housing from the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and to discuss establishing its goals and objectives. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and a presentation on housing responsibilities, with no decision items listed.
- Delegation: Caroline Rigutto, Affordable Housing Coordinator, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, on affordable housing
- Presentation: Housing Responsibilities
- Discussion: Establishment of Goals and Objectives
- Approval of draft minutes from July 6, 2023
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider three zoning by-law amendments that would enable housing developments, including a subdivision on Hurd Street, a not-for-profit housing project at 120 Reuben Crescent, and 42 residential units at 200 Sanders Street. The agenda also includes a closed session for land negotiations and committee appointments, plus presentations from Sherwood Park Manor and local Conservation Authorities.
- By-Law 83-23: rezone lands for Hurd Street subdivision (Concession 3, Part of Lt 25, Oxford on Rideau)
- By-Law 84-23: rezone 120 Reuben Crescent for proposed not-for-profit housing (R4-6-h zone)
- By-Law 85-23: amend C1-12 zone at 200 Sanders Street to allow 42 residential dwelling units
- Closed session items: land negotiations, Bill Thake Award, Arts and Culture Development Fund, committee appointments
- Delegation: Watershed Programs and Services 2024 and Beyond; authorize agreement with Conservation Authorities
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to hear delegations on North Grenville tourism initiatives and renovations to a heritage structure at 313 French Settlement Road. The committee will also decide on appointing a co-chair and approving its workplan, and discuss heritage plaques and a Smiths Falls symposium.
- Delegation: North Grenville Tourism Initiatives
- Delegation: Heritage Structure Renovations - 313 French Settlement Road
- Decision: Appoint Co-Chair
- Decision: Committee Workplan
- Discussion: Heritage Plaques
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August 2, 2023, and discuss several items including the committee workplan, an update on the Rural Community Improvement Plan, farm equipment parking, and municipal mapping versus Rideau Valley Conservation Authority. No delegations or correspondence items are listed. The meeting is largely procedural with discussion items.
- Approve minutes of August 2, 2023 meeting
- Discuss committee workplan
- Rural Community Improvement Plan update
- Farm equipment parking discussion
- Municipal mapping vs. Rideau Valley Conservation Authority discussion
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving a draft Enbridge franchise agreement for submission to the Ontario Energy Board, adopting a policy for waiving fees at municipal recreation facilities, and updating the Indigenous Advisory Circle's terms of reference. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, appointments, and proclamations.
- Approve draft Enbridge franchise agreement and request Ontario Energy Board order (Section 9, Municipal Franchises Act)
- Approve Waiving of Fees Policy for municipal recreation facilities with $20,000 per request and $10,000 annual cap
- Enact By-Law 80-23 to amend Indigenous Advisory Circle terms of reference
- Appoint municipal officers including Chloe Preston as Clerk and Karen Dunlop as CAO (By-Law 81-23)
- Proclaim September 2023 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and support Rail Safety Week resolution
Council approved updated terms of reference for the Indigenous Advisory Circle and formally declared its allyship with Indigenous peoples. The meeting also included several municipal appointments and the approval of a new fee-waiving policy for recreation facilities.
- Approved By-Law 80-23 updating Indigenous Advisory Circle terms and declared allyship with Indigenous peoples
- Declared September 17, 2023, as Terry Fox Day
- Approved Rail Safety Week 2023 proclamation
- Proclaimed September 2023 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
- Appointed Chloe Preston (Clerk), Karen Dunlop (CAO), Jeff Baribeau and Andrew Parent (Law Enforcement Officers), Dave McGurrin (Chief Building Official), and Lindsay Brenning (Deputy Chief Building Official)
- Approved Enbridge franchise agreement for submission to the Ontario Energy Board
- Approved Waving of Fees for Municipal Owned Recreation Facilities and Spaces Policy with a $2,000 per request limit and $10,000 annual budget
- Directed staff to report back on the scheduling of tar and chip for O'Neill Road
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from the Ontario Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) on rural community development. The committee will also consider nominations for the Bill Thake Award in closed session, and receive updates on the Waterfront Access Strategy, a SWOT analysis, and working groups.
- OMAFRA presentation on creating strong rural communities
- Bill Thake Award nominations (closed session)
- Waterfront Access Strategy update
- SWOT update
- Working group updates
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to review the OPP report, consider a budget transfer for advertising commitments, and discuss items including a fortification by-law and road safety updates. The agenda includes reports from the chair, members, and treasurer, as well as general business items.
- Transfer $1,988 from surplus to maintain domestic violence, fraud, and RNJ ad commitments
- OPP Report for July 2023
- Fortification By-Law example
- Proceeds of Crime Front-Line Policing Grant Program
- OPP Policing Contract report
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to decide on the Arts and Culture Development Fund letter/logo, review a community consultation survey (SPARC), and update its workplan. They will also review the committee handbook and approve the June 27, 2023 minutes. No delegations are scheduled.
- Approve minutes of June 27, 2023 meeting
- Decision on Arts and Culture Development Fund letter and logo
- Review SPARC survey for community consultation
- Develop/update committee workplan
- Review committee handbook
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from June and July, and to discuss decision items including a water security index under 'Eliminating Harm to the Environment' and a pollinator garden. The agenda also includes informational items on xeriscaping, tree by-laws from Vancouver, and nature-based solutions frameworks. No delegations are scheduled.
- Decision item: Eliminating Harm to the Environment - Water Security Index
- Decision item: Pollinator Garden
- Information: Xeriscaping - What Is It and Water-Wise Yard
- Information: City of Vancouver Street Tree By-Law and Protection of Trees By-Law
- Information: Green New Deal 2023-05-23
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is meeting to discuss its terms of reference, a draft reconciliation framework, and a committee workplan. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and planning for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. No delegations or public questions are scheduled.
- Review of Terms of Reference
- Discussion of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30)
- Draft North Grenville Reconciliation Framework
- Committee Workplan Template
- Approval of July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee is holding its fourth meeting of 2023. The agenda includes approving the minutes from June 12, 2023, and receiving updates on Riverside Park and Kraft Hockeyville. No decision items or delegations are listed.
- Approve minutes from June 12, 2023 meeting
- Riverside Park update
- Kraft Hockeyville update
Council Meeting
Council will consider a zoning and official plan amendment to allow higher density residential development at 5870 County Road 19, along with several routine consent items and contract awards. The meeting includes a public meeting for the zoning amendment and decisions on demolition, water pipe replacement, and road design contracts.
- Approve OPA-01-2023 and ZBA-04-23 for 5870 County Road 19 to allow 71 units per gross hectare
- Award $109,800 (plus HST) to Bradley Contracting Ltd. for interior demolition of Former Oxford Mills Town Hall
- Award $290,447.41 to Pro Pipe Construction for VanBuren and Kernahan water pumping station pipe replacement
- Award $73,410 to Ainley Group for detailed design of Elvira Street West
- Grant noise exemption for wedding at 14 Voyageur Drive on August 26, 2023, 6 p.m. to midnight
The minutes for the August 9, 2023, meeting record the attendees present but contain no record of motions, votes, or decisions. The document is procedural only.
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the July 5, 2023 minutes, hear a Public Works Q&A with Doug Scott and Eric Sly, and receive updates on the Road Safety Strategy and drainage. The committee will also review and prioritize its revised workplan and discuss joint meetings with the Environmental Action Advisory Committee. No decision items or reports are listed.
- Approve draft minutes of July 5, 2023 meeting
- Public Works Q&A with Doug Scott and Eric Sly
- Road Safety Strategy and Drainage Update
- Review and prioritize revised workplan
- Update on joint committee meetings with Environmental Action Advisory Committee
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is meeting to approve amended minutes from June 26, 2023, and to discuss its committee workplan. The agenda also includes informational items on xeriscaping, tree protection by-laws from Vancouver, and various environmental frameworks and guides. No delegations are scheduled.
- Approve amended minutes of June 26, 2023 meeting
- Discuss committee workplan
- Review xeriscaping information materials
- Review City of Vancouver street tree and tree protection by-laws
- Review Connecting Nature Framework and related guides
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural council meeting. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss previous meeting minutes, committee appointments, and member education. No reports, presentations, or by-laws (other than a confirmation by-law) are on the open agenda.
- Closed session for committee appointments under Municipal Act section 239(2)(b)
- Closed session for member education under section 239(3.1)
- By-Law 74-23 to confirm proceedings of the July 28, 2023 meeting
Property Standards Committee
This is the first meeting of North Grenville's Property Standards Committee. The committee will appoint co-chairs and review its manual, terms of reference, the Building Code Act, the Property Standards By-Law, and operational guidelines. No delegations, previous minutes, or decision items other than the co-chair appointment are listed.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Review PSC Manual - 2023 version
- Review Committee Terms of Reference
- Review Building Code Act
- Review Property Standards By-Law
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is holding its sixth meeting of 2023 virtually. The agenda is almost entirely procedural: no reports, delegations, or decision items are listed, and the only substantive item is a resident complaint under correspondence. No minutes from previous meetings are noted.
- Resident complaint listed under correspondence
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider several reports and awards, including two construction contracts totaling over $450,000 for a sanitary main replacement on Victoria Avenue and rehabilitation of the Dennison Road Bridge. Council will also discuss the Housing Accelerator Fund action plan, a tiny homes report, and a land evaluation review, among other items.
- Authorize $86,137.00 (excl. tax) award to KCE Construction Ltd. for Victoria Avenue sanitary main replacement (project NG23-30)
- Authorize $364,193.50 (excl. tax) award to Willis Kerr Contracting Limited for Dennison Road Bridge rehabilitation (project NG23-33)
- Authorize purchase of a new server for $74,043.91 plus shipping and HST
- Endorse Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan for submission to CMHC
- Designate surplus road allowance adjacent to 4400 Rideau River Road and pass By-Law 72-23 to stop up, close, and dispose of the land
Council authorized the purchase of a new server and approved the closure and disposition of surplus road allowance land. The board also endorsed an action plan for the Housing Accelerator Fund to potentially secure $8 to $9 million for dwelling units.
- Authorized new server purchase for $74,043.91 plus shipping and HST (Carried)
- Designated and authorized the closure and disposition of surplus land at 4400 Rideau River Road (Carried)
- Endorsed the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan for submission to the CMHC (Carried)
- Received 2023 Department Work Plans and Strategic Plan Mid-Year Update for information (Carried)
- Received Tiny Homes report for information (Carried)
- Approved Council Meeting Minutes from July 4, 2023 (Carried)
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is holding its first meeting to organize itself. Members will appoint co-chairs, set future meeting dates, and review the committee handbook and terms of reference. They will also discuss a committee workplan, a draft reconciliation framework, and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Establish Future Meeting Dates and Times
- Review Committee Handbook and Terms of Reference
- Discuss Committee Workplan
- Review Draft North Grenville Reconciliation Framework (v2)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding its third meeting of 2023. The committee will vote on appointing co-chairs, establish future meeting dates and times, and discuss a presentation on Bill 23. They will also approve the draft minutes from the March 13, 2023 meeting and review their committee workplan. No delegations are scheduled.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Establish future meeting dates and time
- Presentation on Bill 23 by Amy Martin
- Approve draft minutes from March 13, 2023
- Review committee workplan
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on several planning and contract items. Key decisions include rezoning for a 490-unit residential development at Pinehill Road and County Road 43, a 32-townhouse and 2 semi-detached project at 313 Joseph Street/322 Jack Street, and awarding a $214,000 contract for Council Chamber audio-visual upgrades. The agenda also includes consent items for parking by-law amendments, noise exemptions, and sewer cleaning contract awards, plus a closed session for land negotiations.
- Approve OPA-02-2022 and ZBA-16-22 for Pinehill Road/County Road 43: up to 490 dwellings with ground-floor commercial, density 149 units/hectare
- Enact By-Law 44-23 to rezone 313 Joseph Street and 322 Jack Street for 32 townhouses and 2 semi-detached units
- Award Council Chamber AV upgrades to Cycom for $214,000 plus HST, funded from reserves
- Award sewer cleaning and CCTV contract NG23-29 to Veolia Environmental Services for $80,652 plus HST
- Grant noise exemptions for snowmobile drag racing at 252 Davis Road (Aug 18-20) and Oxford Village generator (10 p.m.-7 a.m. for 3 months)
Council awarded a contract to Cycom for two phases of chamber upgrades and entered into a twinning agreement with Sokal, Ukraine. The municipality also declared a lack of interest in specific lands in South Gower.
- Approved Twinning Agreement between Sokal, Ukraine and North Grenville (Unanimous)
- Awarded Council Chamber Audio Visual Upgrades contract to Cycom for $214,000 plus HST
- Authorized $9,360.40 from general reserves for chamber upgrade phase one
- Authorized $60,000 from Municipal Centre building reserve for chamber upgrade phase two
- Authorized declaration of lack of interest in lands described as Lot 11-13, Conc 7, South Gower
- Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved Police Services Board and Old Town Kemptville BIA consent items
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications: A-06-23 for 4 Mill Lane and A-07-23 for 3767 Mapleshore Drive. The meeting also includes approval of the June 14, 2023 draft minutes and standard procedural items.
- Public hearing for minor variance A-06-23 at 4 Mill Lane
- Public hearing for minor variance A-07-23 at 3767 Mapleshore Drive
- Approval of draft minutes from June 14, 2023
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to approve June minutes, appoint co-chairs, and adopt a workplan. They will also review North Grenville's Strategic Plan as part of other business. No delegations or correspondence items are scheduled.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Adopt workplan (HeAC_Workplan_July_11_2023.pdf)
- Review North Grenville Strategic Plan April 2023 Update
- Approve minutes of June 13, 2023 meeting
Housing Advisory Committee
The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting for its second session to receive information reports from the Director of Planning and Development on the Housing and Affordable Housing Strategy, Design Guidelines, the Provincial Planning Statement, and development in North Grenville. There are no decision items or delegations on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion and information. The committee will also consider a presentation on Strong Towns and discuss accelerating affordable housing.
- Information report: Housing and Affordable Housing Strategy
- Information report: Design Guidelines
- Information report: Provincial Planning Statement
- Information report: Development in North Grenville
- Discussion: Acceleration of Affordable Housing
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a delegation from Kemptville Campus on local food and agriculture, and to discuss several decision items including a drainage update, a rural community improvement plan, and a revised workplan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and receiving information about the ALUS Ontario East program.
- Delegation: Local Food and Agriculture at Kemptville Campus
- Drainage Update
- Rural Community Improvement Plan and Budget Dollars
- South Dundas Glengarry (SDG) Layby Update
- Review and Prioritize Revised Workplan
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on several items, including creating a Community Programming Fund with a one-time $150,000 transfer from reserves, declaring surplus land on County Road 43 for disposition, and approving minutes from advisory committees. The meeting also includes updates from various departments and a presentation from Bishop's Mills.
- Approve Community Programming Fund Policy with $150,000 from General reserves
- Declare land on County Road 43 (Part 1, Plan 15R12324) surplus and authorize sale
- Receive Bishop's Mills Park Update for information
- Approve minutes from Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Active Transportation, and Mayor's Youth Advisory Committees
- Adopt By-Law 70-23 to confirm proceedings
Council approved the designation and disposition of specific lands on County Road 43 as surplus. A proposal to create a $150,000 Community Programming Fund was deferred following discussion on interest rates and funding rigor.
- Designated lands on County Road 43 (PIN 68130-6402) as surplus (Carried)
- Authorized Director of Public Works to proceed with disposition of County Road 43 land (Carried)
- Deferred approval of Community Programming Fund Policy and $150,000 reserve transfer (Deferred)
- Approved Bishop's Mills Park Update report for information (Carried)
- Approved June 20, 2023 Council meeting minutes (Carried)
- Approved May 3, 2023 Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee minutes (Carried)
- Approved May 17, 2023 Active Transportation Advisory Committee minutes (Carried)
- Approved May 24, 2023 Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee minutes (Carried)
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to hear delegations from the Ontario Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, and to discuss a Kemptville Business Park item. A closed session is planned for a Bill Thake Award nominee decision.
- Delegation from OMAFRA (Alex de Wit)
- Delegation from United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (Ann Weir)
- Closed session: Bill Thake Award nominee
- Correspondence: Kemptville Business Park residential item
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural Council meeting with no reports, delegations, correspondence, or by-laws for consideration other than a confirmation by-law. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss previous meeting minutes, committee appointments, and education/training. The only action item is adopting By-Law 69-23 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.
- Closed session for previous meeting minutes, committee appointments, and education
- By-Law 69-23 to confirm proceedings of the June 30, 2023 Council meeting
- No reports from any departments (CAO, Finance, Planning, Public Works, etc.)
- No presentations, delegations, or correspondence
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to review the OPP report, discuss an abandoned buildings by-law, and receive updates on road safety funding and awards. The agenda includes several discussion items but no formal decisions are listed.
- Abandoned Buildings By-Law briefing note
- OPP Report for May 2023
- 250 Slow Down Signs discussion
- Speeding/Street Racing discussion
- Road Safety Funding Update
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to decide on creating an adjudication committee, adding a municipal caveat to the Arts and Culture Development Fund, advertising community consultation items, and updating its workplan. No delegations or reports are listed.
- Creation of an Adjudication Committee
- Municipal Caveat Acknowledgement for the Arts and Culture Development Fund
- Advertisement of Community Consultation Items
- Developing/Updating Committee Workplan
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is holding its fourth meeting of 2023. The agenda is largely procedural: it includes a land acknowledgement, disclosure of interest, approval of the May 29 draft minutes, and a decision item on the committee workplan. No delegations, correspondence, or reports are listed.
- Approve draft minutes from May 29, 2023 meeting
- Discuss committee workplan
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive an update from the Mayor's Office, and hear a presentation on the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Youth Climate Action Summit. They will also discuss summer events and a ParticipACTION update. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Approve minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting
- Presentation: Frontenac Arch Biosphere - Youth Climate Action Summit
- Discussion: Summer events
- Update: ParticipACTION
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to hear updates on the County Road 43 project and PXO crossings from Public Works, and to review its workplan and action items. No decision items are listed. The meeting includes approval of the May 17, 2023 minutes.
- County Road 43 project update with geometry and cross-section attachments
- PXO crossings update
- Committee workplan review
- Action items update including Park and Ride and Development and Design Guidelines
- Approval of May 17, 2023 minutes
Council Meeting
Council approved the creation of a permanent full-time Planner I and a permanent full-time Engineering Technologist for the Water and Wastewater Division. Both positions are to be included in the 2024 budget. Council also authorized an agreement with Circular Materials Ontario for Blue Box materials at the Oxford Mills Transfer Station.
- Approved permanent full-time Planner I position (CARRIED)
- Approved permanent full-time Engineering Technologist for Water and Wastewater Division (CARRIED)
- Authorized agreement with Circular Materials Ontario for Blue Box materials at Oxford Mills Transfer Station (CARRIED)
- Approved completion of a First Impressions Community Exchange Report through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (CARRIED)
- Received Maplewood Hall Renovation Project Update for information (CARRIED)
- Received Former Oxford Mills Town Hall Project Update for information (CARRIED)
- Approved Council agenda for June 20, 2023 (CARRIED)
- Approved Council meeting minutes from June 6 and June 8, 2023 (CARRIED)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to approve minutes from April 12, 2023, and hold a public hearing for a minor variance application (A-05-23) at 205 Davis Road. The agenda includes site plan and height attachments for this application. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing for minor variance application A-05-23 at 205 Davis Road
- Approval of draft minutes from April 12, 2023
Council Meeting
Council will consider approving an Official Plan amendment and zoning by-law to allow up to 490 residential dwellings with ground-floor commercial at the corner of Pinehill Road and County Road 43. They will also receive a presentation on the Maple View Landings redevelopment project, designate the Kemptville District Community Association Canada Day celebration as a municipally significant event, and review the 2022 Housing Report Card. A notice of motion asks staff to review the animal control by-law to include cats in the 'Running at Large' section.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 10 and Zoning By-Law 55-23 for lands at Pinehill Road and County Road 43, allowing up to 490 dwellings and 149 units per hectare
- Zoning change from Rural (RU) to Highway Commercial (C3-34-h), Institutional (I-9-h), and Residential Fourth Density (R4-17-h & R4-18-h)
- Designation of Kemptville District Community Association Canada Day Celebration as a Municipally Significant Event
- Receipt of 2022 Housing Report Card
- Notice of motion to review By-Law 61-14 to include cats in 'Running at Large' section
Council approved the designation of the Kemptville District Community Association Canada Day Celebration as a Municipally Significant Event. A zoning amendment for a residential and commercial development at County Road 43 and Pinehill Road was deferred. A motion to review the animal care by-law regarding cats was defeated.
- Designated Kemptville District Community Association Canada Day Celebration as a Municipally Significant Event (Carried)
- Deferred zoning and official plan amendments for County Road 43/Pinehill Road development to no later than September 1, 2023
- Received Maple View Landings Redevelopment Project presentation for information (Carried)
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
- Received 2022 Housing Report Card for information (Carried)
- Defeated motion to direct staff to review By-Law 61-14 regarding cats in the 'Running at Large' section
- Adopted By-Law 67-23 to confirm proceedings of the June 14, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Heritage Advisory Committee
This is the first meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee, focused on organizational matters. Members will appoint co-chairs, set future meeting dates, review the committee's terms of reference, and discuss legislative changes to the Heritage Act. No decisions on specific heritage properties or projects are on the agenda.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Establish future meeting dates and time
- Review committee terms of reference
- Discuss legislative changes to the Heritage Act
- Committee workplan
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural council meeting. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss previous meeting minutes and human resources matters. The only action item is adopting a confirmation by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session for previous meeting minutes and human resources
- Adoption of By-Law 66-23 to confirm proceedings
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee is meeting to review its workplan and receive updates on community programs including ParticipACTION, Kraft Hockeyville, and parkrun. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions listed.
- ParticipACTION update
- Kraft Hockeyville update
- parkrun update (report by Steve Gabell)
- Committee workplan review
- Approve minutes of May 8, 2023 meeting
Council Meeting
This agenda is primarily procedural, with no reports, bylaws, or substantive business items listed. The only substantive action is the presentation of Civic Awards to recipients. All other agenda items, including minutes and reports from various departments, are marked as 'None'.
- Presentation of Civic Awards to recipients
- Adoption of By-Law 65-23 to confirm proceedings
Council approved the presentation of the 2022 Civic Awards to 12 individual and group recipients. The meeting otherwise consisted of procedural approvals and adjournment.
- Approved the June 8, 2023 Council agenda
- Approved 2022 Civic Awards for Karyne Besso, Scott Godwin and Luc Vincent, Phoenix Shaw, Amanda Leang, Mary-Ann Leang, Anna Van Adrichem-Rochon, Kenneth Mews, Peacock Family, Bo Lapointe, Jennifer Mitchell, North Grenville Rainbow Youth Alliance, and Seniors’ Community Services Transportation Volunteers
- Adopted By-Law 65-23 to confirm the proceedings of the June 8, 2023 meeting
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee will review the draft LEAR Evaluation Report and a report on Municipal Road Allowance Maintenance. The body will also appoint co-chairs, confirm future meeting dates, and hear delegations from North Grenville in Bloom and a resident regarding farming. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the agenda.
- Review of LEAR Report and Draft LEAR Evaluation Report for Public Consultation
- Review of Municipal Road Allowance Maintenance Report
- Discussion of Bill 97
- Appointment of Committee Co-Chairs
- Confirmation of Future Meeting Dates
Council Meeting
Council approved funding for fire service breathing apparatuses and outdoor rink lighting. A proposal to create a $150,000 Community Programming Fund was defeated. The 2023 Kemptville Live Music Festival was designated as a Municipally Significant Event.
- Approved $45,366 for rink lighting at Riverside Park (CARRIED)
- Approved reserve funds for fire service self-contained breathing apparatuses (CARRIED)
- Approved $30,000 from general reserves for 25th Anniversary events (CARRIED)
- Creation of $150,000 Community Programming Fund defeated (DEFEATED)
- Designated 2023 Kemptville Live Music Festival as Municipally Significant Event (CARRIED)
- Appointed four members to the Indigenous Advisory Committee (CARRIED)
- Enacted By-Law 62-23 to repeal CAO delegation authority (CARRIED)
- Proclaimed June 18, 2023 as 'Longest day of SMILES' (CARRIED)
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from April 25, 2023, hear a delegation from SPARC, and make decisions on finalizing the Arts and Culture Development Fund and developing/updating the committee workplan. The meeting is scheduled for May 30, 2023, at 5:00 PM in Meeting Room 1, 285 County Road 44.
- Approve minutes of April 25, 2023 meeting
- Delegation: SPARC - Supporting Performing Arts in Rural and Remote Communities
- Decision: Arts and Culture Development Fund finalization
- Decision: Committee workplan development/updating
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, receive the April 2023 OPP report, and hear reports from the chair, members, and treasurer. The board will also discuss road safety award applications, road safety funding, and other administrative items. No major decisions are listed on the agenda.
- April 2023 OPP report
- OAPSB Zone 2 meeting on June 16, 2023
- 2022 Road Safety Achievement Awards applications
- Road safety funding (RSCPP guide)
- Bursaries and Courageous K9 ad
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its April minutes, hear a delegation from Communities in Bloom Ontario, and decide on its committee workplan. They will also receive reports on ash mortality from emerald ash borer, a pollinator garden on Wellington Road, and turtle signage.
- Approve minutes of April 24, 2023 meeting
- Delegation from Communities in Bloom Ontario
- Decision on committee workplan
- Report on ash mortality from emerald ash borer
- Report on pollinator garden on Wellington Road
Council Meeting
Council approved the designation of the Kemptville Building Centre Customer Appreciation Event as a Municipally Significant Event. The meeting was primarily procedural and adjourned after seven minutes.
- Approved agenda for May 24, 2023 (CARRIED)
- Designated Kemptville Building Centre Customer Appreciation Event as a Municipally Significant Event (CARRIED)
- Adopted By-Law 60-23 to confirm proceedings of the May 24, 2023 special meeting (CARRIED)
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 26, receive an update from the Mayor's Office, and hear a presentation from RNJ Youth Services about Youth Summer Activity Day(s). They will also discuss youth mental health, ParticipACTION, and plan for the Youth Climate Action Summit with Frontenac Arch Biosphere.
- Approve minutes of April 26, 2023 meeting
- Presentation: Youth Summer Activity Day(s) by RNJ Youth Services
- Discussion: Youth mental health
- Other business: ParticipACTION
- Next meeting: Youth Climate Action Summit with Frontenac Arch Biosphere
The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee recommended that Council reallocate the 2023 Youth Summit budget to sponsor community youth initiatives, including Youth Summer Activity Days. The committee also discussed youth mental health and the need for increased awareness of local drop-in clinics.
- Approved minutes of April 26, 2023 meeting (Carried)
- Recommended Council approve reallocation of 2023 Youth Summit budget to sponsor youth initiatives, including Youth Summer Activity Days (Carried)
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is holding its second meeting to approve minutes from March 30, appoint co-chairs, and review its workplan and action items. Updates will cover the Riverside Park multi-use path layout, a presentation on County Road 43 expansion, and youth representation from the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Approve minutes of March 30, 2023 meeting
- Review committee workplan
- Riverside Park MUP layout update
- County Road 43 expansion project presentation
The committee appointed Mike Amirault as Co-chair and approved the minutes from March 30, 2023. Members discussed a new workplan focusing on safe connectivity, grant research, and the promotion of existing trail systems.
- Approved meeting minutes of March 30, 2023
- Appointed Mike Amirault as Co-chair
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will hold a closed session for land negotiations, then consider a by-law to reduce the speed limit on Guy Road to 60 km/h, receive the Integrity Commissioner's 2022 annual report, and discuss a motion to fly the Progressive Pride flag in June. The agenda also includes routine consent items and advisory committee minutes.
- By-Law 58-23 to reduce speed limit on Guy Road from County Road 18 to 200m southeast to 60 km/h
- Motion to fly Progressive Pride flag at Municipal Centre and support Pride month activities
- Receive 2022 Annual Report of the Integrity Commissioner
- Direct staff to provide comments on the proposed Provincial Planning Statement
- Closed session for land negotiations and previous meeting minutes
Council decided to fly the Progressive Pride flag at the Municipal Centre and support Pride month activities. They also reduced the speed limit on a section of Guy Road and directed staff to provide comments to the province regarding the Provincial Planning Statement.
- Approved flying the Progressive Pride flag at the Municipal Centre (Carried)
- Approved support for Pride month virtual activities and festivities (Carried)
- Enacted By-Law 58-23 to set Guy Road speed limit to 60km/h from County Road 18 to 200m Southeast (Carried)
- Directed staff to provide comments to the province on the Provincial Planning Statement (Carried)
- Received 2022 Annual Report of the Integrity Commissioner for information (Carried)
- Approved May 2, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (Carried)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding its second meeting of 2023. The agenda includes appointing co-chairs, establishing future meeting dates and times, and discussing Bill 23. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its March 13, 2023 meeting.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Establish Future Meeting Dates and Time
- Discussion of Bill 23
- Approve minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting and vote on zoning and official plan amendments for a large mixed-use development at the corner of Pinehill Road and County Road 43, allowing up to 490 residential units with ground-floor commercial. Council will also receive updated site plan control guidelines, recommend draft conditions for the Oxford Mills Archstone Subdivision, and consider a part lot control exemption for Equinelle Phase 5B. The meeting includes a closed session for hospital negotiations, committee appointments, civic awards, and land negotiations.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment for County Road 43/Pinehill Road: up to 490 residential units, 149 units per hectare, ground-floor commercial
- Site Plan Control - New Guidelines report (for information)
- Oxford Mills Archstone Subdivision - draft conditions recommendation to United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
- Part Lot Control Exemption - Equinelle Phase 5B (By-Law 56-23)
- Closed session items: Kemptville District Hospital, committee appointments, civic awards, land negotiations
Council deferred decisions on a proposed residential and commercial development at County Road 43 and Pinehill Road. Other actions included approving subdivision conditions and a part lot control exemption for the Equinelle Subdivision.
- Deferred Official Plan Amendment OPA-02-2022 for lands at Pinehill Road and County Road 43 (Carried)
- Deferred Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-16-22 for lands at Pinehill Road and County Road 43 (Carried)
- Approved and enacted By-Law 56-23 to lift part lot control within Phase 5B of the Equinelle Subdivision (Carried)
- Recommended draft conditions for the Oxford Mills Archstone Subdivision to the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (Carried)
- Received 'Site Plan Control - New Guidelines' report for information purposes (Carried)
- Approved the May 10, 2023 Council agenda (Carried as amended)
- Approved Council Meeting Minutes from April 12, 2023 (Carried)
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee appointed three co-chairs for the current term. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting and discussed community health initiatives.
- Approved meeting minutes of April 17, 2023 (CARRIED)
- Appointed Mayor Nancy Peckford, Councillor Doreen O’Sullivan and Tanya Deans as co-chairs for the 2022-2026 term (CARRIED)
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agricultural and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee held its first meeting with six members present. No formal decisions were made; the committee deferred the appointment of co-chairs until a future meeting with a full complement of members. Members discussed provincial planning changes, including lot severances on agricultural land, and received updates on a County-led land evaluation and area review.
- Deferred co-chair appointment to next meeting (no vote recorded)
- Discussed but took no action on Bill 97 and provincial planning statement
- Noted upcoming United Counties LEAR project with public participation ongoing
Council Meeting
This is the agenda for the May 2, 2023 Council meeting of the Municipality of North Grenville. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and land matters, followed by an open session. Council will consider approving the 2023 municipal tax rate and the Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area (BIA) levy, as well as several other by-laws and reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public presentations or delegations scheduled.
- Approve and enact By-Law 48-23 to set the final municipal tax rate for 2023
- Approve and enact By-Law 49-23 to set the 2023 Old Town Kemptville BIA levy
- Approve By-Law 50-23 for a $36,200.00 Tile Drainage Loan (Lavigne) for Part of Lot 12, Concession 8, Oxford-on-Rideau
- Approve By-Law 51-23 to assume infrastructure in the Country Walk Subdivision
- Direct staff to opt out of operating the Blue Box Program and authorize contract payouts
Council approved the 2023 municipal tax rate and the Old Town Kemptville BIA levy. The board also appointed a new Clerk and approved several infrastructure and drainage by-laws. Additionally, Council directed staff to opt out of the operation of the Blue Box Program.
- Appointed Hillary Geneau as Clerk (Carried)
- Approved 2023 Municipal tax rate and Old Town Kemptville BIA levy (Carried)
- Approved $36,200 Tile Drainage Loan for Lavigne (Carried)
- Approved assumption of Country Walk Subdivision infrastructure (Carried)
- Directed staff to opt out of Blue Box Program operation (Carried as amended)
- Approved cost recovery process for Clost Municipal Drain Maintenance (Carried)
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding its second meeting of 2023. Members will hear a delegation from the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation, receive information on committee orientation and the Provincial Planning Statement, and review a community resource document. No decision items are listed on the agenda.
- Delegation: Kemptville District Hospital Foundation (Kristy Carriere and Joanne Mavis)
- Committee orientation presentation by Hillary Geneau, Matt Gilmer, and Amy Martin
- Discussion of the Provincial Planning Statement
- Community Resource Document presented by Tracey McDonald
- Approval of draft minutes from April 3, 2023
The committee approved the minutes from the April 3, 2023, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made, as the session focused on staff orientations and a presentation regarding fundraising for a hospital CT scanner.
- Approved meeting minutes of April 3, 2023 (Carried)
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive the March 2023 OPP report, and hear updates from the chair, members, and treasurer. The treasurer's report includes a 2023 budget review and graduate bursaries, and the board will consider an advertisement placement for RNJ Youth Services.
- Approval of draft minutes from January 18 and March 29, 2023
- March 2023 OPP report
- Youth program partnership with RNJ Youth Services
- 2023 budget review
- Graduate bursaries and Kemptville Youth Centre bursaries for 2022/2023
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee is holding its second meeting of 2023. They will approve minutes from the March 22 meeting, receive an update from the Mayor's Office, and hear a delegation from The Inside Out. The main discussion items are youth mental health issues and opportunities, and a volunteer fair. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public questions period.
- Approve minutes from March 22, 2023 meeting
- Delegation by Celynne Shipley from The Inside Out
- Discussion of youth mental health issues and opportunities
- Discussion of Volunteer Fair with poster attachment
The committee approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members discussed youth mental health services, the impact of a condemned apartment building on local housing, and initiatives to reduce bias against youth in public spaces.
- Approved minutes of the March 22, 2023 meeting (MYAC-2023-02)
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from March 28, 2023, and to discuss decision items including finalizing the Arts and Culture Development Fund and developing/updating the committee workplan. They will also receive correspondence about Piano in the Park grants. No delegations are scheduled.
- Approve minutes from March 28, 2023 meeting
- Finalize Arts and Culture Development Fund
- Develop or update committee workplan
- Correspondence: Piano in the Park grants from Lisa Poushinksy
The Committee established funding amounts, application deadlines, and reporting requirements for the Arts and Culture Development Fund. Members also proposed changes to the fund's evaluation committee composition and conflict-of-interest rules, pending staff confirmation on whether Council approval is required.
- Approved grant amounts ranging from $250 to $3,000
- Set application submission deadline for June 30, 2023 (contingent on wording changes)
- Set application review timeline for up to 6 weeks after submission
- Set fund distribution deadline for no longer than 30 days after notification
- Established September 2024 timeline for this year's fund
- Required applicant reports within 8 weeks of event completion as a condition for reapplication
- Approved a yearly report to be submitted by the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
- Appointed Ardis Lerner and Nancy Dery to a working group to create an evaluation matrix
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the Terms of Reference and a workplan focusing on short, mid, and long-term goals. The committee agreed that North Grenville should continue Blue Box services to non-eligible sources and public spaces.
- Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
- Agreed North Grenville should continue Blue Box services to non-eligible sources and public spaces
Council Meeting
Council will consider awarding a $38,075 parking study contract to Ainley Group, funded partly by a $18,075 transfer from reserves, and authorize a Front Ending Agreement for a municipal well in Oxford Village. They will also hear presentations on Community Living Month and the health unit, and vote on routine consent items including minutes and reports.
- Award parking study RFP CS-02-23 to Ainley Group for $38,075 excluding HST, with $18,075 from general reserves
- Authorize Director of Planning to enter Front Ending Agreement for municipal well in Oxford Village Subdivision
- Proclaim May as Community Living Month and fly flag at Municipal Centre
- Appoint Councillor Deb Wilson as liaison to North Grenville Chamber of Commerce
- Direct staff to review zoning standards for residential infill and intensification hurdles
Council authorized a front-ending agreement for a municipal well in Oxford Village and directed staff to re-open a parking study RFP. Additionally, Council requested a report to identify and remove hurdles to residential intensification within zoning standards.
- Authorized Front Ending Agreement for a Municipal Well in Oxford Village Subdivision (Carried)
- Directed staff to re-open the Parking Study Request for Proposal and return results in October (Carried as amended)
- Directed staff to identify zoning hurdles to residential infill and prepare a recommendations report (Carried)
- Appointed Councillor Deb Wilson as liaison to the North Grenville Chamber of Commerce (Carried)
- Proclaimed May as Community Living Month (Carried)
- Approved Council Meeting Minutes from March 7, 21, 29, and April 4, 2023 (Carried)
- Received 2022 Council Compensation and Candidate Financial Statement Compliance reports (Carried)
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness and Fitness Advisory Committee is holding its first meeting of 2022-2026. Members will appoint two co-chairs, approve a 2023 meeting schedule, review the committee's terms of reference, and begin establishing a workplan for 2023-2024. No previous minutes, delegations, or decision items other than the appointments and schedule are listed.
- Appoint two Co-Chairs for the 2022-2026 term
- Approve 2023 meeting dates: May 8, June 12, Aug 14, Sep 11, Oct 16, Nov 13, Dec 11
- Review Committee Terms of Reference
- Establish 2023-2024 workplan
The Committee approved a schedule of seven meeting dates for the remainder of 2023. The appointment of co-chairs was deferred to the next meeting. Members also agreed to proceed with a ParticipACTION initiative.
- Deferred appointment of co-chairs until the next meeting (Carried)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule for May 8, June 12, August 14, September 11, October 16, November 13, and December 11 (Carried)
- Agreed to proceed with the ParticipACTION initiative
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is deciding on two zoning by-law amendments. The first rezones 313 Joseph Street and 322 Jack Street to allow 34 townhouse units and 2 semi-detached units. The second rezones part of Lot 13, Concession 9 (1365 Beulah Road) from Tourist Commercial to Rural and Open Space zones. Council will also receive a presentation on affordable housing in Leeds and Grenville.
- By-Law 44-23: Rezone 313 Joseph Street and 322 Jack Street from R1-31-h to R3-26-h for 34 townhouses and 2 semi-detached units
- By-Law 43-23: Rezone 1365 Beulah Road (part of Lot 13, Concession 9) from C7-2 to RU-63 and OS zones
- Presentation on Affordable Housing in Leeds and Grenville by Caroline Rigutto
- Approval of March 15, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes
Council approved a zoning amendment for 1365 Beulah Road to change the property to Rural and Open Space zones. A proposed rezoning for a 36-unit residential development at Joseph Street and Jack Street was deferred to June 14, 2023, following a public meeting.
- Approved By-Law 43-23 to rezone 1365 Beulah Road to Rural-Special Exception (RU-63) and Open Space (OS) zones (Carried as amended)
- Deferred By-Law 44-23 regarding rezoning at 313 Joseph Street and 322 Jack Street for 34 townhouses and 2 semi-detached units to June 14, 2023 (Carried)
- Approved the Council agenda for April 12, 2023 (Carried)
- Received presentation on 'Affordable Housing in Leeds and Grenville' for information (Carried)
- Approved Council Meeting Minutes from March 15, 2023 (Carried)
- Adopted By-Law 45-23 to confirm the proceedings of the April 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
This is the first meeting of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee. The agenda is mostly organizational: appointing co-chairs, setting future meeting dates, and discussing a committee workplan. No decisions on substantive policy or projects are listed.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Establish Future Meeting Dates and Times
- Committee Workplan
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will consider adopting the 2023 Water and Wastewater, Operating and Capital Budgets via By-Law 40-23, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the YMCA of Eastern Ontario, and re-allocating $50,000 from street sweeping operations to purchase an Eddynet Hydraulic Drive Pickup Sweeper. The meeting also includes a closed session for land negotiations and committee appointments, plus reports on the 2022 annual fire service and a notice of motion to review zoning standards for residential infill.
- By-Law 40-23 to adopt 2023 Water and Wastewater, Operating and Capital Budgets
- By-Law 41-23 for Clost Municipal Drain maintenance cost recovery from landowners
- $50,000 re-allocation to purchase Eddynet Hydraulic Drive Pickup Sweeper
- Draft Memorandum of Understanding with YMCA of Eastern Ontario
- Notice of motion to identify zoning barriers to residential infill and intensification
Council approved the 2023 Water and Wastewater operating and capital budgets. Other key actions included approving a partnership with the YMCA of Eastern Ontario and authorizing cost recovery for the Clost Municipal Drain maintenance.
- Approved By-Law 40-23 to set 2023 Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budgets (Carried)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with YMCA of Eastern Ontario (Carried as amended)
- Approved By-Law 41-23 for Clost Municipal Drain maintenance cost recovery (Carried)
- Re-allocated $50,000 from street sweeping operations to capital funding for an Eddynet Hydraulic Drive Pickup Sweeper (Carried)
- Appointed Nadia Diakun-Thibault to the Environmental Action Advisory Committee (Carried)
- Adopted the 2023 Community Strategic Plan update (Carried as amended)
- Declared April 16 through April 23, 2023, as Pitch-In Canada Week (Carried)
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The committee approved the appointment of a Co-Chair and decided not to re-establish the Tourism Sub-Committee. Members also received a progress update on the draft Economic Development Strategy from Strategy Corp.
- Approved meeting minutes of October 3, 2022 (CARRIED)
- Appointed Cholly Boland as Co-chair (CARRIED)
- Agreed to not re-establish the Tourism Sub-Committee
- Set recurring meetings for the first Monday of the month at 3:30 p.m.
Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee is holding its first meeting of 2023. The agenda includes appointing co-chairs, setting future meeting dates, reviewing the committee's terms of reference, and receiving updates on the County Road 44 and Riverside Park multi-use path projects. The committee will also discuss its draft work plan.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Establish Future Meeting Dates and Times
- County Road 44 MUP Update
- Riverside Park MUP Update
- Committee Workplan
The committee established a regular meeting schedule for the year. No co-chair was appointed during the session. Members discussed trail strategies, multi-use pathway updates, and potential workplan items.
- Agreed to meet monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. (excluding July and August)
- Co-chair not appointed
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is meeting virtually to review the February 2023 OPP report, hear a presentation from RNJ Youth Services on their programs, and receive a road safety update. The agenda also includes standard items like approval of minutes, reports from the chair, members, and treasurer, and correspondence. No previous meeting minutes are listed for approval.
- OPP Report for February 2023
- RNJ Youth Services programs and services presentation
- Road Safety Update from the Police Services Board
Council Meeting
Council adopted the recommendations of the Integrity Commissioner regarding a Code of Conduct complaint. A decision on a Memorandum of Understanding with the YMCA of Eastern Ontario for an expanded aquatics program was deferred to April 4, 2023.
- Adopted recommendations made by the Integrity Commissioner regarding a Code of Conduct Complaint (Carried)
- Deferred decision on YMCA of Eastern Ontario Memorandum of Understanding to April 4, 2023
- Approved the March 29, 2023 agenda (Carried)
- Passed By-Law 39-23 to confirm proceedings of the March 29, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee is holding its first meeting. The committee will appoint co-chairs, set future meeting dates for 2023 and 2024, and review its Terms of Reference. Members will also discuss a committee workplan. No delegations or previous minutes are on the agenda.
- Appoint Co-Chairs
- Establish Future Meeting Dates for 2023 and 2024
- Committee Terms of Reference (attachment: ACAC TOR.pdf)
- Committee Workplan
The committee appointed a new co-chair and established a monthly meeting schedule. Members discussed the distribution of $20,000 in the Arts Development Fund and formed a working group to determine allocation criteria.
- Appointed Lisa Poushinsky as co-chair to share responsibilities with Deputy Mayor John Barclay (Carried)
- Established meeting schedule for the last Tuesday of each month, excluding July
- Formed working group (Lisa Poushinsky and Ardis Lerner) to develop Arts Development Fund distribution criteria
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
This is the first meeting of the Environmental Action Advisory Committee. The committee will appoint co-chairs, set future meeting dates, review its terms of reference, and discuss a workplan. No decisions on specific projects or policies are on the agenda.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Establish future meeting dates and time
- Review committee terms of reference
- Discuss committee workplan
The committee appointed Councillor Strackerjan and John Palmer as co-chairs. Members established a monthly meeting schedule for the remainder of the year and discussed revisions to the committee's Terms of Reference and workplan.
- Appointed Councillor Strackerjan and John Palmer as co-chairs (Carried)
- Scheduled monthly meetings for the 4th Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
This is the first meeting of the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee's new term, so there are no previous minutes to approve. Members will receive orientation, set a meeting schedule, and discuss future topics, including the Youth Take Charge advocacy incubator, MyView Film Festival, and equity, diversity, and inclusion engagement opportunities.
- First meeting of the new term; no previous minutes to approve
- Orientation for committee members
- Discussion of meeting schedule
- Youth Take Charge: Advocacy Incubator program
- MyView Film Festival and EDI engagement opportunities
The committee held its first meeting of the new term to establish its 2023 schedule and identify priority topics for future discussion. Members discussed youth mental health, multicultural festivals, and community infrastructure. No other formal votes were recorded.
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule for April, May, June, September, October, November, and December 20 (unanimous)
Council Meeting
Council approved several administrative updates, including a new physician incentive program and the appointment of a Deputy Clerk. The board also authorized a tile drainage loan and implemented a temporary speed reduction on Kennedy Road.
- Extended downtown Kemptville development charges exemption until a new By-Law is adopted in 2024
- Adopted the North Grenville Primary Incentive Program
- Approved Tile Drainage Loan Application for Part of Lot 12, Concession 8 up to $50,000
- Enacted By-Law 37-23 designating Kennedy Road as 60km/h during construction project
- Enacted By-Law 36-23 appointing Meghan Bradley-Adshead as Deputy Clerk
- Enacted By-Law 35-23 amending the Code of Conduct Policy for Members of Council
- Declared April 7, 2023 as Green Shirt Day in North Grenville
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural council meeting. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss previous meeting minutes, community grants, and land negotiations. No reports, presentations, or by-laws (other than a confirmation by-law) are on the open agenda.
- Closed session for community grants and land negotiations
- Approval of agenda
- Adoption of By-Law 34-23 to confirm proceedings
Council Meeting
Council approved rezoning for three different properties, including one to permit an 8-unit apartment building. The decisions include changes to residential and agricultural zoning designations.
- Approved By-Law 30-23 to rezone 20-24 Asa Street to Residential Third Density - Exception Twenty-Five (CARRIED)
- Approved By-Law 31-23 to rezone 5 Queen Street to Residential Fourth Density - Exception Seventeen for an 8-unit apartment building (CARRIED)
- Approved By-Law 32-23 to rezone part of Concession 4, Part of lot 7, South Gower to Agriculture Two - Holding to restrict development on mineral aggregate potential land (CARRIED)
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
- Adopted By-Law 33-23 to confirm proceedings of the March 15, 2023 meeting (CARRIED)
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural council meeting. The main substantive item is a motion to enter a closed session to discuss a human resources matter and hold an education session, both permitted under the Municipal Act. No reports, delegations, correspondence, or by-laws other than a confirmation by-law are on the agenda.
- Closed session for human resources matter under Municipal Act s. 239(2)(b)
- Closed education session under Municipal Act s. 239(3.1)
- Adoption of By-Law 29-23 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Accessibility Advisory Committee holds its first meeting of 2023 to organize itself: appoint co-chairs, set future meeting dates, and review its terms of reference, AODA compliance, and 2022 accessibility status. The agenda is largely procedural, with no delegations or public hearings scheduled.
- Appoint co-chairs
- Establish future meeting dates and time
- Review Committee Terms of Reference 2022-2026
- Review March 2023 AODA Compliance Report
- Review 2022 Annual Accessibility Status Report (CS-2023-001)
The Committee postponed the appointment of co-chairs and scheduled its next meeting for May 15. Staff reported that the municipality is compliant with the 2023 AODA report requirements.
- Deferred appointment of Co-Chairs to the next meeting (Carried)
- Scheduled next meeting for May 15 at 4:00 p.m. (Amended)
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to receive presentations, approve routine consent items, and decide on several agreements. Key decisions include appointing Karen Dunlop as Acting Chief Administrative Officer, authorizing a transit funding agreement under the Safe Restart Agreement Phase 4, and entering an Active Transportation Fund agreement for a County Road 44 multi-use pathway extension. The agenda also includes receiving the 2022 wastewater performance report and minutes from local business improvement area meetings.
- By-Law 26-23 to appoint Karen Dunlop as Acting Chief Administrative Officer
- By-Law 27-23 to authorize Safe Restart Agreement Phase 4 transit funding transfer payment agreement
- County Road 44 Multi-Use Pathway Extension agreement under Active Transportation Fund
- 2022 Annual Wastewater Performance Report for Kemptville Water Pollution Control Plant
- WCCD certification presentation and Grenville Community Futures Development Corporation delegation
Council Meeting
Council will consider approving the 2023 water/wastewater, municipal operating, and capital budgets, plus a $98,150 community grants allocation. It will also decide on additional funding requests from the Old Town Kemptville BIA, Seniors' Escorted Transit Service, and Youth Centre, and establish new advisory committees.
- Approve 2023 Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budgets
- Approve 2023 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets
- Allocate $98,150 for 2023 Community Grants program
- Consider $65,000 request from Old Town Kemptville BIA including $25,000 for Buskerfest
- Pass By-Law 23-23 to establish committees and adopt terms of reference
Council approved the 2023 Municipal Capital Budget, the Water and Wastewater budgets, and the Municipal Operating Budget with a $77,000 reserve draw. Several community funding requests were approved, and new members were appointed to various advisory committees.
- Approved draft 2023 Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budgets
- Approved draft 2023 Municipal Operating Budget with $77,000 reserve draw
- Approved draft 2023 Municipal Capital Budget
- Approved $98,150 for 2023 Community Grants program
- Approved $40,000 for Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area (including $25,000 for Buskerfest)
- Approved $17,000 annually (2023-2026) for Seniors' Escorted Transit Service
- Approved $20,000 (2023-2024) for Kemptville Youth Centre - Connect Youth Mental Health Program
- Passed By-Law 23-23 to establish Council Committees and Terms of Reference
Council Meeting
This is a largely procedural council meeting. The main substantive item is a closed session for member education/training under the Municipal Act. The only action items are adopting the agenda and passing By-Law 21-23 to confirm the proceedings.
- Closed session for education/training under Municipal Act s. 239(3.1)
- By-Law 21-23 to confirm proceedings of the February 24, 2023 meeting
- No presentations, reports, correspondence, or other business listed
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to approve minutes, disclose interests, and hold public hearings on two minor variance applications. One application (A-18-22) at 391 County Road 18 is a returning file, and the other (A-02-23) involves 102 Georgiana Street, severed from 515 Sanders Street. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30-7:30 PM in Council Chambers.
- Public hearing for minor variance A-18-22 at 391 County Road 18 (returning file)
- Public hearing for minor variance A-02-23 at 102 Georgiana Street, severed from 515 Sanders Street
- Approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting and vote on a zoning by-law amendment for 4054 County Road 43, changing the property from Rural to site-specific Industrial (holding) to allow future industrial development. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and a confirmation by-law.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment for 4054 County Road 43 (By-Law 16-23) from Rural (RU) to Industrial (M-9-h)
- Public meeting for the zoning amendment
- Approval of Council meeting minutes from January 18, 2023
- Adoption of Confirmation By-Law 17-23
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting that begins with a closed session for land negotiations, followed by an open session. The main open-session item is a presentation of the 2023 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets, with a recommendation to receive it for information and direct staff to hold public consultation sessions. No other reports, delegations, or by-laws (other than the standard confirmation by-law) are listed.
- Closed session for land negotiations under Municipal Act sections 239(2)(c) and (k)
- 2023 Budget Presentation (Operating and Capital Budgets) received for information
- Direction to staff to carry out public consultation sessions for the budget process
- By-Law 15-23 to confirm proceedings of the February 9, 2023 meeting
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on a policy for reimbursing members' legal costs in Integrity Commissioner complaints, authorize a pre-servicing agreement for Oxford Village Subdivision Phase One, and receive a report on the municipal impacts of Bill 23. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, appointing a deputy clerk, and proclaiming Wear Red Canada Day.
- Legal expense policy: up to $500 for consultation, up to $5,000 for investigation reimbursement for Integrity Commissioner complaints
- Pre-Servicing Agreement for Oxford Village Subdivision Phase One
- Draft plan approval extension for Oxford Village Subdivision Phase One by one year
- Appoint Karen Dunlop as Deputy Clerk
- Proclaim February 13, 2023 Wear Red Canada Day
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting of the Municipality of North Grenville, held virtually. The main substantive item is receiving presentations from 11 community organizations applying for 2023 Community Grants, followed by a report from the Clerk's office recommending Council receive the presentations and report for information. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of the agenda, a confirmation by-law, and adjournment.
- 2023 Community Grant presentations from 11 groups including North Grenville Rainbow Youth Alliance, Kemptville Fair, Twilux Lantern Parade, North Grenville Historical Society, Community-Based Psychotherapy Groups, North Grenville Art Challenge, Oxford Mills Sisterhood of Guiding, Girls Inc. of Upper Canada, North Grenville Curling Club, Kemptville Disc Golf Club, and Oxford Mills Canada Day
- Report CS-2023-06 '2023 Community Grants' received for information
- By-Law 11-23 to confirm proceedings of the meeting to be adopted
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom and live streamed on YouTube
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The North Grenville Police Services Board is holding its first meeting of 2023, where it will review the OPP detachment report for November-December 2022, discuss the budget, and consider paying an honorarium. The agenda is largely routine, with no delegations or decision items listed.
- OPP Report for November-December 2022
- Budget discussion
- OAPSB membership renewal
- Approval to pay honorarium
- Minutes of November 30, 2022 meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The North Grenville Committee of Adjustment is meeting to approve prior minutes, disclose interests, and hold public hearings on three applications for minor variance. The committee will decide on variances for properties at 107 Alma Street, 391 County Road 18, and 33 Centre Street.
- Public hearing: A-17-22 minor variance at 107 Alma Street
- Public hearing: A-18-22 minor variance at 391 County Road 18
- Public hearing: A-19-22 minor variance at 33 Centre Street
- Approval of draft minutes from October 12 and December 14, 2022 meetings
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to consider several planning items, including zoning amendments for properties on South Gower Drive, County Road 18, and the Equinelle Phase VI subdivision, plus a housekeeping amendment to the zoning by-law. Council will also receive a report on the municipal impacts of Bill 23, appoint a deputy clerk, and lift part lot control in The Creek subdivision. The meeting includes a Committee of Adjustment session beforehand and is live-streamed on YouTube.
- Zoning amendment for 468 South Gower Drive from Agriculture One to Mineral Aggregate Preservation
- Zoning amendment for Dundas Agri Holdings on County Road 18 to add commercial uses
- Equinelle Phase VI draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment
- Housekeeping amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-Law 50-12
- Appoint Hillary Geneau as Deputy Clerk
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting on January 10, 2023, to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, appointing members to local boards and committees, and receiving reports on accessibility and the new municipal website. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Appoint a Deputy Mayor
- Appoint members to the Accessibility Advisory Committee (minimum 5)
- Appoint members to the North Grenville Public Library Board (minimum 5)
- Receive 2022 Annual Accessibility Status Report and 2022 Post-Election Accessibility Report
- Receive report on new municipal website launch
Council Meeting
This is the first Council meeting of 2023, held at Kemptville Campus. The agenda is largely procedural: it includes approval of the agenda, a closed session for member education/training, and a confirmation by-law to adopt the meeting's proceedings. No reports, presentations, correspondence, or by-laws for consideration are listed.
- Closed session for education/training under Municipal Act, 2001 s. 239(3.1)
- By-Law 01-23 to confirm proceedings of the Jan. 9, 2023 meeting
- Meeting at Kemptville Campus Education and Community Centre, 3:00-8:00 p.m.