Woolwich public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting

The Council is considering a draft plan of subdivision and zoning changes for properties in Breslau. They are also reviewing annual grant applications and a contract for a new splash pad.

• Zone Change Application ZC 11/2023 at 2344 New Jerusalem Road
• Breslau Properties subdivision proposal including 118 Menno Street
• Annual Grant Applications for Maryhill Historical Society, Shelter Movers Southwestern Ontario, and Junior Achievement South Western Ontario
• Tax adjustment of $209,528.10 under Section 357
• Breslau Memorial Park Splash Pad contract with Open Space Solutions Ltd. for $325,631.30

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review proposed 2024 fees and charges for general, planning, and building services. Members will also consider a joint voice radio service level agreement with several neighboring municipalities. Additionally, the meeting includes presentations on the Downtown Elmira BIA and official plan amendments.

• Adoption of 2024 fees and charges for township services
• Project 25 Voice Radio Service Level Agreement with Waterloo Region
• Downtown Elmira BIA Community Improvement Plan update
• Update to the municipal Purchasing By-law
• Transfer payment agreement for the Rural Economic Development Program

Council Meeting

The Council will consider a zone change for 1189 Weeby Place and a lease agreement for 22 Mockingbird Drive. Discussion includes the West Montrose Covered Bridge rehabilitation and responses to provincial announcements regarding official plans.

• Zone change for 1189 Weeby Place to reduce agricultural parcel size to 34 hectares
• Lease agreement for Creative Beginnings Childcare Centre at 22 Mockingbird Drive, Elmira
• West Montrose Covered Bridge rehabilitation and wood repair options
• Notice of intent to amend fees or charges for building, planning, fire, and general services
• By-law to establish, maintain, and regulate the Township Fire Department

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a final report from the 2SLGBTQ+ Ad-hoc Working Group regarding inclusivity initiatives. Other business includes a proposed fire department by-law, the 2024 council meeting schedule, and a request to explore a new tree by-law.

• Final Report from the 2SLGBTQ+ Ad-hoc Working Group
• By-law to Establish, Maintain and Regulate a Fire Department
• Draft 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
• Request for staff to explore a tree by-law to protect the tree canopy
• Heritage Committee 2024 Work Plan and Budget

Technical Advisory Group (TAG)

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Council Meeting

Council is considering a pre-budget approval of $1,169,862.46 for a new heavy rescue fire vehicle for the Conestogo station. The agenda also includes information regarding zone change applications for 1189 Weeby Place and 76 Howard Avenue. Additionally, several community presentations are scheduled, including an update from the Waterloo Region Police Service.

• Pre-budget approval of $1,169,862.46 for a new Heavy Rescue Fire Apparatus for Conestogo
• Zone Change Application ZC 10/2023 for 1189 Weeby Place (information only)
• Zone Change Application 9/2023 for 76 Howard Ave to permit commercial recreation use
• Waterloo Region Police Service community update
• Provisional By-law to Adopt an Engineer’s Report for Breslau Drain 1

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is considering an Engineer’s Report for Breslau Drain 1 improvements and a design approval report for George, High, and Charles Streets in Elmira. The agenda also includes a proposal to include $50,000 in the 2024 budget for the Waterloo Economic Development Corporation.

• Consideration of Engineer’s Report for Breslau Drain 1 improvements
• Design approval for George, High, and Charles Street reconstruction
• Proposed $50,000 funding for WREDC in the 2024 budget
• Notice of Public Meeting on November 7, 2023, for Zoning Bylaw Review
• Motion to support Bill 21 regarding long-term care residents

Special Council

The Special Council meeting includes the adoption of recommendations from the September 12, 2023, Committee of the Whole. The body will also consider By-law number 67-2023 to confirm all council actions and proceedings.

• Adoption of Summary of Recommendations from Committee of the Whole (September 12, 2023)
• By-law 67-2023 to Confirm All Actions and Proceedings of the Council

Special Council

This special planning meeting includes a public meeting regarding a zone change application for Elmira Photo Lab. A decision on this application will be made at a future meeting after staff review and recommendation.

• Zone Change Application 9/2023 (Elmira Photo Lab)
• Committee of Adjustment Notice of Hearing - October 16, 2023
• Notice of Planning Public Meeting - October 24, 2023 regarding Weeby Place
• By-law number 66-2023 to confirm all actions and proceedings of Council

Council Meeting

The Council will review the 2022 audited financial statements and consider a motion regarding intimate partner violence. Additionally, delegates will present requests for the reconsideration of Middlebrook Bridge.

• Approval of 2022 Consolidated Financial Statements
• Intimate Partner Violence epidemic declaration motion
• Middlebrook Bridge reconsideration presentations
• Animal Control and dog licensing by-law amendments
• Zoning amendment for Home Hardware Stores at 34 Henry Street

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing 2024 budget parameters with a proposed 6% base change target. The agenda includes decisions on sewer lining contracts, animal control fee increases, and zoning changes. Additionally, the committee will discuss infrastructure projects for Greenhouse Road and Breslau East Side Lands.

• $1,423,512.50 contract award for CIPP sewer lining program
• Proposed 6% base change target for the 2024 annual operating and capital budget
• Zone change from Agricultural to Industrial at 34 Henry Street
• Dog tag fee increases to $30 for neutered/spayed and $40 for non-neutered dogs
• $350,490.29 budget increase request for Breslau East Side Lands project

Council Meeting

Council will vote on borrowing up to $1,190,820 for the 2022 Industrial Drive Reconstruction Project and award tenders for Greenhouse Road structure replacement ($1.03M) and Jigs Hollow Road improvements ($1.12M). Delegations include a site alteration permit for 1071 Zuber Road, a fee reduction request from the Bridgeport Rod and Gun Club, and requests to dead-end Saranac Avenue and relocate a park fence in Breslau.

• Borrowing by-law for up to $1,190,820 for 2022 Industrial Drive Reconstruction
• Tender award to Kieswetter Excavating for $1,025,597.61 to replace Structure 400172 on Greenhouse Road
• Tender award to Cox Construction for $1,118,318.60 for Jigs Hollow Road improvements
• Delegation regarding site alteration permit for 1071 Zuber Road
• Request from Bridgeport Rod and Gun Club for reduced site alteration fees to create sound berms

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting on a zone-change application from Home Hardware Stores Limited. It will also consider consent items to renew temporary-use by-laws for outdoor tractor-trailer storage at two agricultural-zone properties. A decision on the zone change will be made at a future meeting.

• Public meeting on zone-change application 8/2023 (Home Hardware Stores Limited) — no decision at this meeting
• Renewal of temporary-use by-law for outdoor tractor-trailer storage at 285 Woolwich Street South (Anchor Property Management, 7.74 ha, Agricultural zone)
• Renewal of temporary-use by-law for outdoor tractor-trailer storage on vacant land adjacent to 5185 Fountain Street North, Breslau (2182034 Ontario Limited – Breadner Trailer, 3.30 ha, Agricultural zone)
• Notice of Committee of Adjustment and Sign Variance Committee hearing on August 14, 2023

Council Meeting

Woolwich Council is meeting to decide on a zone change application for 1441-1475 Cedar Spring Road, with a staff recommendation to refuse it. They will also hold public meetings for two other zone changes, consider the Active Transportation Master Plan, and award a playground contract. Several routine items, including minutes and by-laws, are also on the agenda.

• Zone Change Application 5/2023 (Reger) at 1441-1475 Cedar Spring Road – staff recommend refusal
• Public meetings for Zone Change 6/2023 (Anchor Property Management) and Zone Change 7/2023 (Breadner Trailer)
• Active Transportation Master Plan – staff recommend support and implementation
• South Parkwood Playground RFP – award to Openspace Solutions Ltd. for $118,838.38 at 25 Weymouth Street, Elmira
• By-laws to levy drain maintenance costs on Municipal Drain No. 1, No. 2, and Randall Drainage Works

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider endorsing the Active Transportation Master Plan, which outlines future walking and cycling infrastructure. They will also discuss proposed changes to the Aggregate Resources Act, a request for private solar-panel loans, and a delegation requesting to pave Reid Woods Road. Several routine consent items, including levying drain maintenance costs, are also on the agenda.

• Endorsement of the Active Transportation Master Plan (DS26-2023)
• Proposed changes to the Aggregate Resources Act to expand self-filing activities (DS27-2023)
• Delegation requesting to pave Reid Woods Rd. from Arthur St. to 7632 Reid Woods Rd.
• Resolution from Environmental Advisory Committee requesting staff investigate private loans for solar panels
• Levying of maintenance costs for Municipal Drain #1, Municipal Drain #2, and Randall Drainage Works (IS12-2023)

Council Meeting

Council will consider a staff report on the meeting schedule for 2024-2026 and decide whether to maintain existing parameters or adopt a preferred method. Several by-laws are up for final passage, including one to exempt lots from part lot control and a new noise by-law. A public meeting notice for a zoning amendment at 285 Woolwich Street South is included for information.

• Report C24-2023 on Council Meeting Schedule Direction for 2024-2026
• Final passage of By-law 46-2023 to exempt lots from part lot control (DG Lavigne Homes)
• Final passage of By-law 47-2023 to regulate noise
• Final passage of By-law 48-2023 to amend fees for noise by-law exemption applications
• Notice of Public Meeting for zoning amendments (ZC 6 and ZC 7 2023) at 285 Woolwich Street South

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding public meetings on a zone change at 1441 and 1475 Cedar Spring Road and a new assessment schedule for Municipal Drain No. 11, then will consider a new noise by-law, a fee structure for fill imports at 1071 Zuber Road, and a playground resurfacing contract. The meeting also includes a request for a Pride flag raising ceremony and a report on the 2022 surplus/deficit distribution.

• Public meeting for zone change application ZC 5/2023 at 1441 and 1475 Cedar Spring Road
• Public meeting to consider Engineer's Report for Municipal Drain No. 11 new assessment schedule
• Noise By-law and amending Fees and Charges By-law to be considered
• Proposed graduated fill fees at 1071 Zuber Road totaling $361,905.50 for 485,622 m3
• Award Bolender Park Playground Surface Replacement to Everplay Installation Inc. for $82,191.55

Council Meeting

Woolwich Council will hold a closed session on litigation matters before the public meeting, then reconvene to consider routine approvals, staff reports, and by-laws. Key decisions include adopting a revised recreation by-law, approving a revised strategic plan process, granting prebudget approval for HR software, and awarding a calcium tender for gravel roads. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Region of Waterloo's 2023 Transportation Capital Program and a resolution commenting on Ontario's draft Provincial Policy Statement.

• Revised Recreation By-law (R04-2023)
• Prebudget approval of $7,407.31/year for HR Downloads software (2024-2025)
• Calcium tender award to Pollard Highway Products Inc. at $0.131/litre
• Temporary outdoor licensed premises extension for Polonia Alliance 'Polski Dom 2000' (May 28-Dec 31, 2023)
• Resolution on draft Provincial Policy Statement requesting changes to farmland severance and employment land policies

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several contracts and agreements, including a $2.1 million paving program tender and a $1.8 million road reconstruction in Maryhill. Council will also consider a new Recreation By-law, a cell tower at 221 Glasgow Street South, and a supplementary subdivider's agreement for Southwood 4. A public meeting on noise by-law changes is scheduled for May 30.

• Award Tender 2023-02 for 2023 Paving Program to Cox Construction Limited at $2,131,836.26
• Award Contract 2023-06 for Halter Avenue, Isley Drive and Notre Dame Avenue reconstruction in Maryhill to Drexler Construction Limited at $1,831,171.20
• Approve a 60-metre wireless communication tower at 221 Glasgow Street South
• Authorize supplementary subdivider's agreement with Birdland Developments for Southwood 4 Draft Plan to allow Phase 2 registration in 2024
• Approve new Recreation By-law and set fine schedule

Council Meeting

Woolwich Council is meeting to adopt the 2023 final tax rate by-law, award tenders for gravel placement and a new truck, and consider a summer patio seating closure on Mill Street. They will also hear a climate action presentation and discuss amendments to fees and charges by-laws. Several zoning by-law amendments and a part lot control exemption are on the agenda for final passage.

• Adopt 2023 final tax rate by-law (F11-2023)
• Award gravel tender to Joe Kerr Limited at $17.20/tonne
• Award truck tender to Blue Mountain Chrysler at $88,428.42
• Direct staff to close Mill Street for summer patio seating
• Amend fees and charges by-law and building fees by-law

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend action on a 2023 fees and charges by-law update, two zone change applications, and routine staff memos. Decisions made here are subject to ratification at the next Council meeting.

• Adopt 2023 Fees and Charges By-law amendment covering Development Services, Infrastructure Services, and Recreation and Community Services
• Approve Zone Change 2/2023 to extend temporary use by-law for golf driving range and farming at 790 and 800 King Street North for three more years
• Approve Zone Change 4/2023 to allow a multi-unit bunkhouse at 1231 Shantz Station Road
• Receive memo on National Volunteer Week
• Receive memo on Deputy Chief Building Official

Council Meeting

Woolwich Council will consider several by-laws including zoning amendments, a road closure, and land purchase/sale agreements. They will also discuss the St. Jacobs Business Improvement Area 2023 budget and receive notices about upcoming public meetings on fees and charges.

• Zoning by-law amendments for 1065 Old Scout Place and 39 Arthur Street North
• Official Plan Amendment for 39 Arthur Street North
• By-law to permanently close part of Woolwich Street North and enter land purchase/sale agreement
• St. Jacobs Business Improvement Area 2023 budget acceptance
• Notice of intent to discuss amendments to fees and charges by-law on April 18

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting on the Official Plan review and will hear delegations on an application by 39A Holdings Ltd. for an Official Plan amendment and zone change at 39 Arthur St. N. They will also receive BIA budgets and consider a $448,268.06 contract for engineering services for the East Side Lands sanitary lift/pump station. Several financial reports are on the consent agenda for information only.

• Public meeting on Official Plan review (DS14-2023)
• Delegation on Official Plan Amendment 2/2022 and Zone Change 5/2022 for 39 Arthur St. N. (39A Holdings Ltd.)
• Contract award to Associated Engineering (Ont.) Ltd. for East Side Lands sanitary lift/pump station at $448,268.06
• Elmira and St. Jacobs Business Improvement Area budget presentations
• Consent items: 2022 remuneration and expenses, investment statement, development charges, cash-in-lieu of parkland

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to redesignate land at 39 Arthur St N from Open Space to Industrial to allow for a gravel transport truck parking lot. The body is also discussing community recreation funding and water system reports.

• Proposed Official Plan Amendment 2/2022 and Zone Change 5/2022 for 39 Arthur St N, Elmira
• Request for a Half Load Exemption on Florapine Road by Leonard Weber
• Proposed funding for public swims and skates for Family Day, March Break, Canada Day, and Christmas
• 2023 Drinking Water Systems Report (IS01-2023)
• Proposed telecommunications facility at 221 Glasgow Street South

Council Meeting

Woolwich Council will consider a zone change application for 6918 Middlebrook Road, amending the Agricultural zone to include site-specific provisions. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, a presentation from Reep Green Solutions, and approval of several by-laws covering traffic, parking, water and wastewater fees, and appointments.

• Zone change application 1/2023 (James K. Bauman) for 6918 Middlebrook Road
• Presentation by Reep Green Solutions on annual impact report
• By-law to amend traffic and parking regulations
• By-laws to establish water and wastewater fees and charges
• Appointment of an Acting Clerk Pro Tempore and a Licensing Officer (Dolores Black)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider approving the 2023 operating and capital budgets, including a net levy of $14,385,218, along with water and wastewater budgets and fee by-laws. Council will also hold a public meeting on a proposed by-law to regulate open air burns and recreational campfires, and hear a delegation on climate strategies. A grant request for the H.O.P.E. Multicultural Festival is on the agenda, recommending $3,000 in funding plus in-kind support. The meeting begins with a closed session on a legal matter.

• 2023 Budget approval: net levy $14,385,218; water budget $4,574,065; wastewater budget $4,668,626
• By-law to regulate open air burns and recreational campfires (Report A03-2023)
• Grant request: $3,000 for H.O.P.E. Multicultural Festival, plus $6,000 budget addition for equity, diversity, and inclusion events
• Traffic and parking by-law amendments (information item)
• Closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice on Ontario Land Tribunal appeal

Special Council

This is a special council meeting focused on the 2023 operating and capital budgets. Council will hear presentations on departmental budgets and deliberate on the proposed 2023 grants, which include funding for local community organizations. The meeting also includes public notices about upcoming procedural by-law changes and zoning public meetings.

• 2023 operating budget presentations from CAO, Financial Services, Corporate Services, and Council/Committee
• 2023 capital budget for Information Technology
• Annual grants for 2023: Community Care Concepts $11,590, Woolwich Counselling Centre $14,000, Woolwich Community Services – Community Hub (Youth Centre) $14,000, Elmira District Horticulture Society $1,500, Waterloo Regional Police – School Safety Patrollers $1,637, Woolwich Seniors Association $10,000, Food4Kids Waterloo Region $3,000
• One-time special event grants: Woolwich Pride $1,775, Elmira Homecoming $3,000 (subject to conditions)
• Notice of intent to discuss procedural by-law changes on Jan 23, 2023; public meetings for zoning applications (ZC 1 2023 James Bauman, 6918 Middlebrook Road; ZC 3 2023 Old Scout Limited)

Special Council

Woolwich Township Council is holding a special meeting to consider two zoning applications. The first would amend site-specific zoning and floodplain rules for 1440 King Street North in St. Jacobs. The second would change zoning from Agricultural to Institutional for a school property in Breslau's Riverland Area II Phase 5. Council will also pass the related by-laws and a confirming by-law.

• Zone change application 10/2022 (Riverworks LP) at 1440 King Street North, St. Jacobs
• Official Plan Amendment 1/2022 and Zone Change 4/2022 (Riverland Area II GP Ltd.) for Area 2 Phase 5, Breslau
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law 55-86 for 1440 King Street North
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law 55-86 for Riverland Area 2 Phase 5 school property
• Confirming by-law for actions of January 9, 2023