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Point Edward public meetings in 2024

68 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to discuss Zoning By-Law amendment for Marina Lands

The Village of Point Edward Council is meeting to conduct regular business and a closed session. The primary item for discussion in the closed session is a zoning by-law amendment regarding the Marina Lands.

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Point Edward Municipal Office
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Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider motion to redistribute land transfer tax and GST for municipal infrastructure

The council will discuss a motion requesting the province redistribute the land transfer tax and GST to municipalities for sustainable infrastructure funding. A by‑law (No. 30 of 2024) will be considered to confirm all resolutions adopted up to December 3, 2024. Closed‑session items include a Bridgeview Marina refund request, an OMERS benefit for firefighters, and a resolution to reconvene to a regular council session. The meeting will end with adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council supports provincial tax redistribution request

Council passed a motion to send a letter of support for redistributing provincial land transfer tax and GST to municipalities for infrastructure funding. Council also noted an OPP funding increase of $2,225 for 2024, and adjourned to a closed session to discuss personal matters, later reconvening and passing a confirmation by-law.

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Thu Nov 28, 2024 · 9:30 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Board to consider By-Law naming the Point Edward Police Services Board

The Point Edward Police Services Board will hear its September and October 2024 reports, consider By-Law Number 1 of 2024 to name the board, and review monthly financial statements for the periods ending September 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024. Routine items include call to order, declarations of interest, circulation of prior minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

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Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on 2025 Ontario Provincial Police cost resolution

The Point Edward Council will consider a resolution setting the village's contribution to Ontario Provincial Police costs for 2025. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement, a curb‑cut application for 111 Victorias Avenue, and the adoption of recent council minutes. A confirmation by‑law will formalize resolutions adopted up to November 26, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Council approves $12,500 for 2025 Vintage in the Village car shows

Point Edward Council approved a $12,500 budget request for the 2025 Vintage in the Village event and extended the monthly car shows to five by adding September. Council received and filed the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement, approved October financial statements for General Operations and Environmental Services, and approved committee minutes. A resolution on Ontario Provincial Police costs was tabled until December 3, 2024.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance Committee reviews bank reconciliations and October financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee will examine August and September bank reconciliations for both general funds and water services. It will also review the village’s financial statements for the period ending October 31, 2024. Additional items include a health and safety inspection report for the municipal office and a discussion of upcoming village events.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward finance committee receives bank reconciliations and financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee met on November 12, 2024, and approved three recommendations: receiving and filing the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets for the Municipal Office, receiving and filing items 1-4 (August and September bank reconciliations for General and Water), and receiving and filing the financial statements for the period ending October 31, 2024. No substantive decisions were made; all actions were routine approvals to receive and file documents.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to confirm resolutions with By‑Law 28 and set December meeting date

The Point Edward Council will vote on By‑Law No. 28 of 2024, which confirms all resolutions adopted up to November 12, 2024. A new business item will discuss selecting a date for the December council meeting. The agenda also includes routine reports such as financial updates, committee reports, and a closed‑session resolution to reconvene.

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✓ Decided: Council approves committee minutes, reschedules December meeting to Dec 3

Council approved the Environmental Services Building Committee minutes (4-1) and rescheduled the December council meeting to December 3, 2024, due to the Deputy Mayor's commitment. They also discussed the Holmes Foundry redevelopment in closed session, directing the CAO to work with the developer on sewage treatment for 200-206 Exmouth Street. The meeting adjourned to in camera and reconvened, passing the confirmation by-law.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review October 2024 reports and financial statements

The Fire Committee is meeting to review operational and financial documents from October 2024. The session includes a review of health and safety inspections and the monthly fire report.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Fire Committee receives October reports; no new spending approved

The Point Edward Fire Committee met on November 12, 2024, and received and filed three items: the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for October 2024, and the Fire Committee financial statements for the period ending October 31, 2024. All three recommendations carried. No new expenditures, contracts, or bylaws were approved; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee to review October 2024 reports

The Environmental Services Committee will meet to review monthly operational and financial reports for October 2024. The session includes a review of health and safety inspections and financial statements for water, wastewater, and storm stations.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Environmental Services Committee received monthly reports and statements

The Environmental Services Committee received and filed health and safety inspection sheets, the October 2024 monthly report, and financial statements ending October 31, 2024. The committee also discussed the replacement of Hydrant #63 on St. Clair Street and the timeline for the BM Ross capacity study.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Village staff propose declaring a surplus snowplow for disposal

The Operations Committee will review monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, examine health‑and‑safety inspection sheets, and discuss data from speed cameras on Front Street and Michigan Avenue. New business includes a proposal to declare a decommissioned snowplow surplus, and a sponsorship collaboration opportunity with the Pacers Organization. The committee will also review the October financial statements for the Arena and Public Works.

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✓ Decided: Operations Committee approves surplus snowplow disposal and reports

The Operations Committee received and filed monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works, approved the disposal of a decommissioned snowplow, and authorized a sponsorship collaboration meeting. No major policy changes or budget decisions were made; the meeting was largely routine.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Environmental Services Building Committee

Committee to review tender documents for a new environmental services building

The Environmental Services Committee will discuss the tender documents for constructing a new building. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, declarations of interest, and review of prior minutes. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.

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Council Chambers, Point Edward Municipal Office
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Thu Oct 31, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee reviews two Venetian Boulevard development applications

The Point Edward Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications concerning 1400‑1460 Venetian Boulevard: a consent (severance) application (B-01/2024) and a minor variance application (A-03/2024). Staff reports for each application are attached. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the May 30, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two applications for Venetian Boulevard properties

The Committee of Adjustment approved two applications from Point Edward Venetian Boulevard LP regarding properties at 1400-1460 Venetian Boulevard. Application B-01/2024 was approved with conditions, including a requirement for a shared parking agreement. Application A-03/2024 was also approved, addressing concerns about parking space reductions.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council reviews OLG quarterly payment of $1.36 M and pending $484 K

The Point Edward Council will discuss the third‑quarter payment received from OLG, totaling $1,363,362, and note the $484,362 still expected for the fourth quarter. A second food‑truck location in Waterfront Park will be reviewed. The meeting includes a speed‑camera analysis for Michigan Avenue and Front Street for September 2024. Proposed changes to the Point Edward Sarnia Transit route for 2025 will be presented for public feedback.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 2024 fees by-law, approves waterfront food vendor upgrades

Council passed By-Law 26 of 2024 establishing fees and charges, and authorized upgrades to the Waterfront Park location for a second food services vehicle, funded from the Working Capital Reserve. Financial statements for September were approved, and several committee minutes and reports were received and filed. No items were denied or tabled.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee reviews arena and public works reports

The Operations Committee will consider the September 2024 monthly reports for the arena and public works departments. It will also review the corresponding financial statements for both departments. Health and safety inspection sheets for the arena and public works will be examined. The meeting will set the next Operations Committee date for November 12, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Operations Committee receives reports, files financials

The Operations Committee received and filed health and safety inspection sheets, monthly reports, and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works departments. No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were routine approvals to receive and file documents.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee will review the village’s fee schedule and September 2024 financials

The Finance and Administration Committee will examine the annual Fees and Charges By‑Law and consider any recommendations for changes to Council. It will also review the financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2024. Additional items include health and safety inspection reports, upcoming village events, and routine correspondence.

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✓ Decided: Committee proposes fee increases for tax certificates and food vehicles

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed the Fees and Charges Schedule and recommended several changes, including increasing food service vehicle fees from $1,400 to $1,500, raising tax certificates to $60 (or $80 for urgent requests), and adding a $30 charge for change of ownership requests. The changes will be forwarded to Council for approval at the October 22, 2024 meeting. The committee also received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets and financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2024.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Point Edward Fire Committee to review September 2024 reports

The Fire Committee will meet to review monthly operational and financial reports for September 2024. The session includes a review of health and safety inspection sheets and a task list carried forward from previous meetings.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee to review September 2024 reports

The committee is meeting to review monthly operational and financial reports for September 2024. The session includes a review of health and safety inspections and financial statements for water and storm stations.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward environmental committee receives reports, files them

The Environmental Services Committee met and took only procedural actions: it received and filed the September 2024 monthly report and the financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2024, and also received and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets. No substantive decisions were made; ongoing items like the Water/Wastewater By-Law and a capacity study remain in progress.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to decide on Louisa Street traffic calming measures

The Point Edward Council will discuss the Paradigm Report recommendations and make a decision on traffic calming measures for Louisa Street. It will also consider By‑Law 24, authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign an agreement for the Canada Community Building Fund grant, and a Confirmation By‑Law for resolutions adopted up to October 8, 2024. A closed‑session discussion on the Holmes Foundry development is scheduled, followed by a resolution to adjourn to an ‘In Camera’ session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves four-way stops at two intersections

Council approved installing four-way stops at Charles and Louisa and Charles and Arthur to improve student safety, with an amended by-law to be brought forward later. It also passed By-Law 24 authorizing the mayor and clerk to sign a Canada Community Building Fund grant agreement, and By-Law 25 confirming resolutions. Council then moved into a closed session to discuss the Holmes Foundry development, after which the CAO was instructed to work with legal counsel on the property.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Board reviews OPP July‑August report and new speed‑camera analysis

The Point Edward Police Services Board will receive the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Point Edward report for July and August 2024. Members will examine new speed‑camera data analyses for Front Street and Michigan Avenue, presented in a monthly dashboard format. The board will also consider the Open Air Burning By‑Law (18 of 2023) and review the August 2024 financial statements. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as minutes circulation and declaration of pecuniary interest.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider budget direction for 2024‑2025, including capital spending hold

The Point Edward Council will discuss new budget direction items for 2024 and 2025, covering a capital spending hold, operational efficiency measures, and guidance for the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zoning by‑law amendment for 207 Victoria Avenue, an exemption request for the fence by‑law at 906 Church Street, and the adoption of several by‑laws. Financial statements for July and August 2024 and various committee reports will be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Council defeats zoning amendment for 207 Victoria Avenue

Council defeated By-Law 22 of 2024, which would have adopted Zoning By-Law Amendment Number 2 for 207 Victoria Avenue, after hearing concerns from residents about egress, window sizes, and parking. Council also approved a six-year LiveBarn streaming agreement for the arena, granted a fence by-law exemption for 906 Church Street, and approved financial statements for July and August 2024. The meeting adjourned to a closed session to discuss potential litigation and land disposition.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Discussion of signage to prohibit open fires in Waterfront Park

The Fire Committee will review the July and August 2024 fire monthly reports and the August 2024 fire financial statements. It will examine the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets. The committee will consider a proposal for signage in Waterfront Park that would prohibit open fires.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives reports, plans grant applications and signage

The Fire Committee received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the Fire Monthly Report for July and August 2024, and the financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2024. The Fire Chief reported on grant applications, mutual aid discussions with Fort Gratiot, and plans for signage prohibiting open fires in parks. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving and filing reports.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee to discuss reducing garbage bag collection limit

The Operations Committee will review monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works. Members will discuss potential changes to waste collection limits, park infrastructure, and recreation planning.

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✓ Decided: Operations Committee receives reports, adopts arena ad pricing

The Operations Committee met on September 10, 2024, and approved several routine items, including receiving and filing health and safety inspection sheets, monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works, and financial statements. The committee also adopted a suggested pricing structure for arena advertising and referred a LiveBarn streaming partnership for the arena to Council. Discussions were held on a potential 3-bag garbage limit and a second food truck location in Waterfront Park, but no decisions were made on these items.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance Committee reviews August 2024 statements and recent bank reconciliations

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the village’s financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2024. It will also examine the May, June, and July 2024 bank reconciliations for both general funds and water services. A municipal office health and safety inspection report will be considered.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives bank reconciliations and financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee met and handled routine matters, receiving and filing JHSC inspection sheets, bank reconciliations for May through July 2024, and financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made. The committee also extended best wishes to Treasurer Teena Thibeault on her retirement after 23 years of service.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Committee reviews July‑August water and storm‑water reports and finances

The Environmental Services Committee will review the July and August 2024 monthly environmental services report, examine the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection for the wastewater treatment plant, and consider the August 2024 financial statements for water and storm‑water operations. No specific motions or approvals are listed, so the meeting appears to focus on informational updates.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward environmental committee receives reports, no major decisions

The Environmental Services Committee met and handled routine business only. It received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the July-August monthly report, and the financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to adopt three by‑laws on water connections, highways and park use

The Point Edward Council will consider and vote on By‑Law 17 of 2024 (affecting water connections), By‑Law 18 of 2024 (maintaining highways), and By‑Law 19 of 2024 (regulating use of Point Edward parks). A proposal for a second food truck in Waterfront Park will also be presented. The closed‑session agenda includes updates on the St. Clair/Lite Street reconstruction project and the City of Sarnia zoning by‑law amendment appeal.

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✓ Decided: Council approves food truck contract for Waterfront Park

Council authorized staff to contract a second food service vehicle for Waterfront Park, passed three by-laws (water connections, highway use, parks), and adopted the 2023 audited financial statements. Staff were directed to develop a survey on potential bus route changes and to review the parks by-law for a possible gang colours prohibition.

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Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Environmental Services

Review of June 2024 environmental reports and financial statements

The Environmental Services Committee will review the monthly report for June 2024 and June health and safety inspection sheets. The committee will also examine financial statements for water, wastewater treatment plants, and storm stations for the period ending June 30, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward environmental committee files June reports, no new decisions

The Environmental Services Committee met July 11, 2024 and received and filed three items: the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the June 2024 monthly report, and financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2024. All three recommendations carried. No delegations, correspondence, or new business beyond the reports were recorded. The next meeting is September 10, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

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Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Finance and Administration Committee

Review of June 2024 financial statements and health and safety inspections

The Finance and Administration Committee will review financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2024. The committee will also review Municipal Office Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee receives June 2024 financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee met to review administrative reports. The committee received and filed the municipal office health and safety inspections and the financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2024.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Review of June 2024 fire department reports and financial statements

The Fire Committee will review the June 2024 monthly report and financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2024. The agenda also includes a review of health and safety inspection sheets and previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives monthly reports and financial statements

The Fire Committee met to review health and safety inspections, the June 2024 monthly fire report, and financial statements. No new policies were enacted, and the committee received and filed the presented reports.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Review of path signage requests and Waterfront Park washroom cleaning

The committee will consider a resident request for multi-use path signage and markings to improve safety. The agenda also includes a review of the cleaning schedule for Waterfront Park washrooms.

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✓ Decided: Operations Committee declares surplus hockey nets for sale

The Committee approved the sale of two sets of surplus hockey nets. Members also received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works departments.

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Fri Jul 5, 2024 · 11:30 AM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to discuss St. Clair-Lite Street reconstruction and road allowance disposition

The Council will receive an update on the St. Clair-Lite Street reconstruction project. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the disposition of a road allowance at the end of Ernest Street. Public comments are scheduled for both items.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes CAO to discuss sale of land at Ernest Street

Council authorized the Chief Administrative Officer to discuss the potential sale of a road allowance at the end of Ernest Street with a potential property owner. The council also received an update on the reconstruction of St. Clair and Lite Streets.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council discusses Exmouth Street zoning amendments and Blue Water Bridge rehab

The Council will consider zoning and Official Plan amendments for 170 Exmouth Street. Presentations are scheduled regarding the Second Blue Water Bridge Rehabilitation Project and the Lambton Area Water Supply System reorganization. The agenda also includes a proposal to honor local soldiers.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Council passes zoning and official plan amendments for 172 Exmouth Street

Council gave final passage to By-Law 14 of 2024 (zoning amendment) and By-Law 15 of 2024 (official plan amendment) for 172 Exmouth Street, following a public meeting where a pumping station was identified as needed to process effluent. Council also adopted a Water Financial Plan based on a 5% annual water rate increase, approved May 2024 financial statements, and agreed to buy an additional speed tracking device for Venetian Boulevard. All recorded resolutions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Review of May 2024 environmental services reports and financial statements

The Environmental Services Committee will review the monthly report for May 2024. The meeting also includes a review of health and safety inspection sheets and financial statements for storm stations and water-WWTP.

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✓ Decided: Environmental Services Committee receives monthly reports and financial statements

The Committee met to review departmental documentation. Members received and filed the May 2024 monthly report, financial statements, and health and safety inspection sheets.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Review of April bank reconciliations and May financial statements

The committee will review April bank reconciliations for the general and water funds. Members will also examine financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2024. The agenda includes a review of Municipal Office health and safety inspection sheets.

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✓ Decided: Committee received and filed financial statements and bank reconciliations

The Finance and Administration Committee received and filed the April bank reconciliations for general and water accounts, as well as the financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2024. The committee also reviewed and filed Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets for the Municipal Office. No new policies or budget changes were approved; ongoing tasks regarding cleaning costs, development charges, and water service updates were noted for continued work.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Review of May 2024 fire department reports and financial statements

The Fire Committee will review the May 2024 monthly report and financial statements ending May 31, 2024. The agenda also includes reviewing health and safety inspection sheets from May 2024.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Fire Committee files monthly fire and financial reports, no new spending approved

The Point Edward Fire Committee met on June 11, 2024, and received and filed three items: the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for May 2024, and the fire financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2024. No new spending, contracts, or bylaws were approved. The committee discussed a possible Master Plan for the fire service, but the Fire Chief has not yet received pricing; the CAO will follow up and bring the topic back to the next meeting on July 9, 2024.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Discussion on Optimist Hall water heater replacement and road reconstruction

The Operations Committee is reviewing May 2024 monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works departments. The committee will discuss replacing aging hot water tank infrastructure at Optimist Hall. An update on the St. Clair and Lite Street reconstruction project will also be provided.

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✓ Decided: Committee received and filed monthly reports and financial statements

The Point Edward Operations Committee received and filed monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works, as well as their financial statements for May 2024. The committee also reviewed health and safety inspection sheets for both departments. No new bylaws or major contracts were approved; the meeting focused on operational updates and filing administrative records.

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Thu May 30, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to hear minor variance application for 26 Louisa Street

The Point Edward Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one application for a minor variance at 26 Louisa Street. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minor variance for 26 Louisa Street with conditions

The Committee of Adjustment approved Application A-02/2024 for 26 Louisa Street, subject to conditions listed in the staff report. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Jim Russell declared a pecuniary interest during the session.

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Tue May 28, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider 2024 tax levy bylaw and Enbridge pilot program

Point Edward Council will hear a delegation from Enbridge about a proposed Integrated Resource Planning pilot program for the village. Council will also consider a bylaw to levy taxes for 2024, a park closure bylaw, and a proposal for a mural on the fire hall north wall. Several committee reports and financial statements for April 2024 are scheduled for review.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward council passes 2024 tax levy by-law and backs Enbridge pilot

Point Edward council approved By-Law 11 of 2024 to levy 2024 taxes, and agreed to send a letter of support for Enbridge's Integrated Resource Planning Pilot Project. Council also approved April 2024 financial statements for General Operations and Environmental Services, and denied a proposal for a painted mural on the fire hall. A proposed Park Closure By-Law was reviewed but not adopted; the CAO will amend and recirculate it.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Point Edward Fire Committee meets May 14, 2024, to review April reports and financials

The Fire Committee will review the April 2024 fire monthly report, financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2024, and a task list carried forward from previous meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives monthly reports and safety inspections

The Fire Committee met to review administrative reports and safety documentation. The committee received and filed the Fire Hall health and safety inspections, the April 2024 monthly report, and the April 2024 financial statements.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee to review April reports, radar data, and St. Clair Street project

The Point Edward Operations Committee is meeting to review routine monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, including financial statements for April 2024. They will also discuss the first set of radar device data from Michigan Avenue and receive an update on the St. Clair/Lite Street reconstruction project. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Operations Committee receives monthly reports, no major decisions

The Operations Committee met on May 14, 2024, and received and filed several routine reports, including the Arena and Public Works monthly reports and financial statements for April 2024. The committee also received an update on the St. Clair/Lite Street Reconstruction Project and agreed to hold a meeting with the contractor and engineer before the next stage. No new bylaws, expenditures, or policy changes were decided; most items were procedural or informational.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance committee reviews bank reconciliations and financial statements

The Point Edward Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review routine financial matters, including bank reconciliations for January through March and financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2024. The agenda also includes discussion of the Christmas in the Village event and a health and safety inspection report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves moving Appreciation Night venue to Four Points by Sheraton

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed bank reconciliations and financial statements, approving them for filing. The committee decided to keep hosting the Christmas in the Village event and approved moving the Appreciation Night venue from the Optimist Hall to the Four Points by Sheraton for November 2024.

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Tue May 14, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Point Edward Environmental Services Committee meets May 14

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Environmental Services Committee. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a task list review, a health and safety inspection report, a monthly environmental services report, and financial statements for April 2024. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Environmental Services Committee receives April 2024 reports

The Committee received and filed the April 2024 monthly report, financial statements, and health and safety inspection sheets. The CAO will investigate the expected completion date for the Michigan Avenue sewer repair.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider tax relief request and OLG payment

Point Edward Council is meeting to consider a property tax relief request from a St. Clair business owner and to receive the first quarter OLG municipal contribution payment. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from three prior meetings, financial reports for March 2024, and committee reports from April 9, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Council denies tax relief request and approves March financial statements

Council approved general operations and environmental services financial statements for March 2024. A request for tax relief was denied, and a letter of support for sustainable funding for small municipalities was approved. Discussion regarding the Christmas in the Village event was deferred to the next meeting.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund grant application

The council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a grant application for the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, land acknowledgement, disclosure of interests, and adoption of minutes. The only substantive item listed is the grant application, with supporting documents attached.

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✓ Decided: Council endorses $25M grant application to replace Point Edward sewage system

Point Edward Council received an update on the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund grant application and voted to endorse the application. The proposed project would replace the sewage collection system from Venetian and Exmouth Street to the plant, replace mains along Venetian Boulevard, upgrade the existing pumping station, and install new pumping stations at the former Holmes Foundry and marina lands. The estimated cost is around $25,000,000.00, with work required to start by September 2024 and be completed by March 31, 2027. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were procedural or had no reports.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Point Edward Fire Committee to review March 2024 report and financials

The Fire Committee will meet to review the March 2024 fire report and financial statements, discuss ongoing tasks, and set the next meeting date. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives March 2024 monthly and financial reports

The Committee received and filed the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report and the financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2024. Members discussed decontamination procedures and the need for an additional quote for concrete flooring work.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Public meeting for 172 Exmouth Street rezoning deferred

Council will consider deferring a public meeting for a proposed official plan and zoning by-law amendment at 172 Exmouth Street. They will also receive the 2023 annual performance report for the water pollution control plant and vote on an OMERS participation by-law.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward council defers 172 Exmouth St. planning amendments, passes OMERS by-law

Council deferred the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment public meeting for 172 Exmouth Street because developer reports were not ready. Council received and filed the 2023 Annual Performance Report for the Water Pollution Control Plant. By-Law 6 of 2024 (OMERS Participation) and By-Law 9 of 2024 (confirmation) were read three times and passed. All resolutions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Operations Committee receives March monthly reports for Arena and Public Works

The Committee received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works for March 2024. Members discussed upcoming park furniture deliveries and water service upgrades on St. Clair Street.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee reviews March 2024 monthly report and financials

The Environmental Services Committee of Point Edward is meeting to review the March 2024 monthly report and financial statements for water, wastewater, and stormwater operations. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a task list, and setting the next meeting date. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward committee files March environmental report and financials

The Environmental Services Committee received and filed the Environmental Services monthly report for March 2024 and the department's financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2024. Both items were carried without recorded opposition. Staff also discussed air purifiers at the Environmental Services Plant, a preliminary BM Ross figure of $550.00 per meter for upgrading a 24" sanitary pipeline along Venetian Blvd., and efforts to add storm sewer repair work on Michigan Ave. to a MIG tender. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to consider cancelling Christmas in the Village, expanding Canada Day

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a proposal to cancel the Christmas in the Village event and expand the Canada Day event. They will also review financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2024, and discuss a task list carried forward from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee receives financial statements for period ending March 31, 2024

The committee received and filed the financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2024. A proposal to update special events for 'Christmas in the Village' was discussed and will be referred to Council.

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Thu Mar 28, 2024 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to hear minor variance application for 21 Victoria Ave

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one application for a minor variance at 157 Victoria Avenue, submitted by Jeff Taylor. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Committee of Adjustment approves application for 157 Victoria Avenue

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent or minor variance application for 157 Victoria Avenue. The approval is subject to conditions recommended in the planner's report.

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Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider fireworks bylaw and annual environmental reports

Point Edward Council is meeting to adopt minutes, receive committee reports, and consider several items including a new fireworks bylaw and annual reports from Environmental Services. The agenda is largely procedural with no major rezonings or contracts listed.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward passes fireworks by-law and confirms 2024 budget resolutions

Point Edward Council approved February 2024 financial statements, including $2,329,005.95 in General Operations revenues and $266,826.78 in expenditures, and $80,087.14 in Environmental Services expenditures. Council passed By-Law 7 of 2024 regulating the sale and setting off of fireworks, and approved committee minutes including the Environmental Services Building Committee minutes by a 3-1 vote. Council also met in closed session to discuss potential litigation regarding the former Holmes Foundry property, then reconvened and discussed potential servicing and development of that property. No planning applications or delegations were heard.

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Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Council Budget Meeting

Point Edward Council reviews $6M St. Clair St. road project and $453K playground upgrade

The Village of Point Edward Council is meeting to review and discuss the 2024 Capital Budget, which includes numerous proposed expenditures for infrastructure, equipment, and community projects. The agenda is dominated by capital items, with the largest being a $6 million road reconstruction project and a $453,080 playground upgrade.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Council approves 2024 budgets and $6M road project

Council approved the 2024 Capital Budget and set the 2024 Operating Budget at a 4.95% increase. Major allocations include $6 million for the St. Clair St. road project and various upgrades to the arena, fire department, and waterfront park.

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Wed Mar 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Point Edward Police Services Board meeting on March 20, 2024

The Police Services Board will review the Ontario Provincial Police report for January and February 2024. The board will also review monthly financial statements for the periods ending January 31 and February 29, 2024.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Environmental Services Building Committee

Committee to review cost estimate for MIG project

The Environmental Services Building Committee is meeting to review a cost estimate from MIG, dated March 5, 2024, along with associated floor plan drawings. The committee will also circulate minutes from its November 22, 2023 meeting. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends MIG proceed with building drawings and tender

The Environmental Services Committee met to discuss the design of the Environmental Services building. The committee carried a recommendation for Council to authorize MIG to move forward with detailed drawings and the construction tender.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Point Edward finance committee to review 2024 capital budget and February financials

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review the 2024 capital budget and financial statements for the period ending February 29, 2024. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving prior minutes, a task list, and a joint health and safety committee inspection report. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and review.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward finance committee files February financials, reviews office safety inspection

The Finance and Administration Committee received and filed the Municipal Office Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets and the financial statements for the period ending February 29, 2024. Both items carried. On the capital budget, the CAO was directed to inquire why the Fire Department Grant was denied and to obtain clarification on what is permitted for a Welcome to Point Edward sign off of the 402. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Point Edward Operations Committee to review ice rental rates, capital budget, and St. Clair Street reconstruction

The Operations Committee is meeting to discuss routine operations, including monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, a review of ice and floor rental rates, a capital budget overview, and a reconstruction project on St. Clair Street. The agenda is largely procedural with several items carried forward from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Operations Committee files monthly reports, no new spending approved

The Operations Committee received and filed six routine items: Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets for the Arena and Public Works, the February 2024 monthly reports for both departments, and their financial statements for the period ending February 29, 2024. No new spending, contracts, or bylaws were decided. Staff reported they are awaiting a response from Playcheck Services Inc. on playground inspections, investigating umbrella insurance for user groups, and waiting on the City of Sarnia regarding recycling fees. The St. Clair Street Reconstruction project is projected to start April 1, 2024, weather permitting, and ice and floor rental rate information will go to the March 21, 2024 budget meeting.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Point Edward Environmental Services Committee meets March 12, 2024

The Environmental Services Committee of Point Edward is meeting to review the February 2024 monthly report, discuss the 2024 capital budget, and review financial statements for the period ending February 29, 2024. The agenda also includes inspection sheets from the Joint Health and Safety Committee and a task list carried forward from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved air purifiers for mold risk and filed monthly reports

The Environmental Services Committee reviewed health and safety inspections, noting mold risks in the current building. They decided the Manager of Environmental Services will continue working there but will purchase three HEPA air purifiers as a temporary measure. The committee also received and filed the February 2024 monthly operational and financial reports.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire committee to review fireworks by-law and 2024 capital budget

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review the February 2024 fire monthly report, financial statements, and ongoing tasks. Staff are seeking direction on how to proceed with the fireworks by-law review, and the committee will discuss the 2024 capital budget.

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✓ Decided: Fireworks by-law amended to add Diwali, remove US holidays, and set 11 p.m. cutoff

The committee approved amendments to the Fireworks By-Law, including adding Diwali as a permitted holiday, removing two American holidays, and setting an 11:00 p.m. discharge cutoff (12:15 a.m. on New Year's Eve). The committee also received and filed the February 2024 fire monthly report, health and safety inspection sheets, and financial statements. A capital budget discussion took place but no specific funding decisions were recorded.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to discuss rezoning at 1455 Venetian Boulevard

Council will hear a planning update on a proposed rezoning and Official Plan Amendment for a new use at the former Tourism site on Venetian Boulevard. The meeting also includes adoption of January 23, 2024 minutes, financial reports for January 2024, and committee minutes from February 13, 2024. Council will consider year-end resolutions for 2023 and seek clarification on the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. A closed session is scheduled for 2024 CUPE collective bargaining negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council ratifies CUPE memorandum of settlement after closed session

Point Edward Council ratified a Memorandum of Settlement for 2024 CUPE collective bargaining negotiations following an in-camera session on labour relations. Council also approved January 2024 financial statements for General Operations and Environmental Services, and received a report on a possible rezoning at 1455 Venetian Boulevard, which the planner said falls outside institutional zoning and would require a Zoning By-Law and Official Plan Amendment. All recorded resolutions carried; no vote tallies were recorded. Council received and filed committee minutes, communications, and the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority Annual Report.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee discusses fireworks by-law and budget reviews

The committee will review the 2023 capital budget projects and the 2024 preliminary operating budget. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Fireworks By-Law and public feedback on firework use.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee defers fireworks by-law feedback to next meeting

The committee received the January 2024 Fire and Rescue Monthly Report and financial statements. Feedback regarding the fireworks by-law was deferred to the next meeting pending a staff report. The committee also reviewed the 2023 Capital Budget and 2024 Operating Budget.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Point Edward committee to review 2024 budgets, capital projects, McCrae Park backstop

The Operations Committee will review the 2024 preliminary operating budgets for Arena and Public Works, discuss the McCrae Park backstop construction (noting the lack of an overhang), and review the status of 2023 capital projects. They will also consider a request to permit the 2024 Slow Roll event on Village streets. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes, health and safety inspection sheets, and monthly reports.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves McCrae Park backstop installation and reviews January reports

The Operations Committee approved the installation of a backstop at McCrae Park as quoted in the 2023 Capital Budget. Staff were directed to investigate arena rate increases, umbrella insurance costs, and outstanding recycling fees from Sarnia. The committee also received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works departments.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Point Edward finance committee to review 2024 operating budget

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the 2024 preliminary operating budget and a 2023 capital budget update, including projects for the office, reserves, and fire department. They will also consider November and December 2023 bank reconciliations for general and water accounts, and financial statements for January 2024.

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✓ Decided: Committee received and filed financial statements and bank reconciliations

The Finance and Administration Committee received and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, November and December 2023 bank reconciliations, and financial statements for the period ending January 31, 2024. The committee also reviewed the 2023 Capital Budget and discussed the 2024 Operating Budget, but no specific budget approvals or changes were recorded.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Point Edward committee to review 2024 storm sewer budget

The Environmental Services Committee will review the 2024 preliminary operating budget for storm sewers and a monthly report for January 2024. Members will also review the status of 2023 capital projects, including storm stations and other environmental services work. The meeting is open to the public.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives and files environmental reports and financial statements

The Environmental Services Committee received and filed the January 2024 monthly report, financial statements, and Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets. The committee reviewed the 2024 Storm Sewers operating budget and the status of 2023 capital budget projects. A discussion occurred regarding moving the Environmental Services Manager to a new office to avoid unsafe conditions, but no decision was recorded on the move.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider interim tax levy, 2024 budget, and 150th anniversary planning

Point Edward Council will consider several financial items including an interim tax levy by-law, a current expenditures by-law, and a motion to carry forward unfinished environmental services projects from 2023 into the 2024 budget. Council will also discuss planning for the village's 150th anniversary in 2028 and review a municipality contribution statement related to Starlight Casino Point Edward. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes, committee reports, and financial statements for November and December 2023.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Council passes 2024 interim tax levy by-law

Council approved several financial statements for November and December 2023 and passed by-laws for interim taxes and current expenditures. The board also authorized a budget transfer for incomplete environmental projects and requested pecuniary interest guidelines.

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Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Police board to discuss OPP report, financials, and policing act summit

The Point Edward Police Services Board will meet to review OPP reports for November and December 2023, discuss attendance at a Community Safety and Policing Act summit, and review monthly financial statements for November and December 2023.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Police Services Board approves November-December 2023 OPP report

The Point Edward Police Services Board met on January 25, 2024, and approved minutes from its November 23, 2023 meeting. The board received and filed the OPP Point Edward Police Services Board Report for November and December 2023, which noted 40 RIDE program events and seven charges laid. The board also received and filed its monthly financial statements for periods ending November 30 and December 31, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the board will not attend the Community Safety and Policing Act Summit because it is sold out.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to review 2024 capital budget and October bank reconciliations

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the 2024 capital budget, October bank reconciliations for general and water funds, and financial statements through December 2023. Staff are asked to provide capital project quotes and officials to suggest any additional projects. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, task lists, and health and safety inspection reports.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee receives bank reconciliations and preliminary financial statements

The Committee received and filed the October bank reconciliations for General and Water accounts, as well as the non-final financial statements ending December 31, 2023. Members discussed planning for the village's 150th anniversary and requested 2024 Capital Budget information.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Point Edward Environmental Services Committee meets to review monthly reports and 2024 capital budget

The committee will review the November and December 2023 monthly reports, discuss the 2024 capital budget, and examine financial statements for the period ending December 31, 2023. Staff are asked to obtain capital project quotes and elected officials may suggest additional projects.

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✓ Decided: Environmental Services Committee reviews monthly reports and financial statements

The Committee received and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the November and December 2023 monthly reports, and the financial statements ending December 31, 2023. Staff were directed to provide 2024 Capital Budget information to the Treasurer.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 8:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee discusses potential fireworks ban and 2024 capital budget

The Fire Committee is reviewing the existing Fireworks By-Law to discuss a possible total ban in the Village. Members are also addressing the 2024 Capital Budget, including requests for project quotes and additional project proposals.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee reviews safety inspections and monthly reports

The Committee received and filed the Fire Hall health and safety inspections and the November and December 2023 monthly reports. Members discussed potential changes to the Fireworks By-Law and reviewed quotes for Fire Hall concrete repairs.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Operations Committee

Point Edward Operations Committee to review 2024 capital budget

The Operations Committee is meeting to discuss routine operations, including review of arena and public works monthly reports and financial statements. A key item is the 2024 capital budget, with staff asked to obtain quotes and elected officials invited to suggest projects. The meeting also covers health and safety inspection reports and task lists.

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✓ Decided: Committee refers $12,000 arena compressor rebuild to Council for approval

The Operations Committee referred a request to rebuild a second arena compressor for $12,000 to the January 9, 2023, Council meeting. The committee also received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works departments.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to review 2024 water budget, LAWSS loan request, fence by-law exemption

Point Edward Council is holding a regular meeting with a public meeting on the 2024 Environmental Services (water/wastewater) budget, a delegation on a proposed $86,000 loan for the Lambton Area Water Supply System, and a request for a fence by-law exemption. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, reports, and a confirmation by-law.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward raises water rates 5% and sewage rates 10% for 2024

Council approved the 2024 Environmental Services Department budget, which increases water consumption rates and service charges by 5% and residential and commercial sewage rates by 10%, and raises the reserve fee from $0.75 to $1.13 per cubic meter. Council also agreed to support the Lambton Area Water Supply System (LAWSS) as guarantor for debt financing, with the Village's roughly $86,000 debt allocation funded from reserves. A resident's request for an exemption to the Fence By-Law height restriction was approved. Mayor Hand declared a conflict on the LAWSS item as a member of the LAWSS Board.

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