Schreiber public meetings in 2024
33 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole meeting will approve the agenda, review the November 26 minutes, and act on recommendations from the previous Committee of the Whole. It will consider several bylaws, including the Water and Sewer Services Rates and Fees Bylaw (Bylaw 38‑2024) and the amendment of set municipal fees (Bylaw 42‑2024). The council will also authorize a temporary street closure for the Christmas Jamboree Parade and approve quotations for truck brake replacement and Christmas social decorations.
- Bylaw 38‑2024 – Water and Sewer Services Rates and Fees Bylaw
- Bylaw 42‑2024 – Amendment of set fees for municipal services
- Authorization of temporary street closure for the Christmas Jamboree Parade
- Acceptance of quotation to replace brakes on a municipal truck
- Acceptance of quotation for decorating services for the Township Christmas Social
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council and the Committee of the Whole will discuss 2025 budget estimates for water and sewer and review reports on the outdoor skating rink. The meeting includes decisions on propane and boiler quotations and various fire department bylaws.
- 2025 Budget Estimates for Water and Sewer
- Quotation for replacement of boiler at Public Works Garage
- Quotation for supply of propane
- Traffic and Parking Bylaw
- Rossport & Nicol Island Fire Protection Agreement Renewal
Special Council
The council will review a proposed acquisition or disposition of municipal land identified as PRISKE PT MC TB37565 and 55R14312 Part 1. It will consider Bylaw 36-2024, a temporary borrowing bylaw for 2025, and Bylaw 37-2024, which authorizes an agreement with Kresin Engineering Corporation. The council will also discuss paving work on Centennial Drive.
- Proposed acquisition/disposition of land – PRISKE PT MC TB37565 and 55R14312 Part 1
- Bylaw 36-2024 – 2025 Temporary Borrowing Bylaw
- Bylaw 37-2024 – Kresin Engineering Corporation Agreement Bylaw
- Centennial Drive paving
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will review closed‑session items, approve the October 22, 2024 closed‑session minutes, and consider several open‑session agenda items. Committee recommendations include a donation to the Beautification Committee, a quote for a new air blower at the Schreiber Wastewater Treatment Plant, and a quotation for the Discovery Centre as a stamp location in the 2025 Lake Superior Circle Tour Adventure Guide. The meeting also includes adoption of the Township of Schreiber Community Strategic Plan and consideration of three new bylaws related to council life events, water and sanitary sewer lines, and water conservation.
- Adoption of Township of Schreiber Community Strategic Plan
- Acceptance of quote for replacement of air blower at Schreiber Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Approval of quotation for Schreiber Discovery Centre as stamp location in 2025 Lake Superior Circle Tour Adventure Guide
- Renewal of Lake Superior Circle Tour Adventure Guide advertising program for 2025
- Draft 2025 Temporary Borrowing Bylaw
Emergency Notification
The Township of Schreiber issued an emergency notification for a water shut‑off on Centennial Drive. The shut‑off will occur at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, October 28, 2024 to allow repairs to the water main. Residents are asked to cooperate and may contact Tammy Ibey for more information.
- Water main repair shut‑off on Centennial Drive at 12:30 p.m., Oct 28, 2024
- Contact: Tammy Ibey, Director of Operations (phone 807‑824‑2711 ext 230, cell 807‑229‑6677, email director@schreiber.ca)
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will consider several items, including acceptance of quotations for winter sand supply, repairs to the Schreiber Municipal Complex roof, a donation to the Red Rock Beerfest Committee, and attendance at the ROMA 2025 Annual Conference. They will also review Bylaw 31-2024 for an agreement with JML Engineering Ltd. and discuss closed‑session matters such as personnel issues and a vacant‑lot acquisition. Departmental reports and other business will be presented during the meeting.
- Acceptance of quotation for supply and delivery of winter sand
- Acceptance of quotation for repairs to Schreiber Municipal Complex roof
- Authorization of donation to Red Rock Beerfest Committee
- Approval of attendance at ROMA 2025 Annual Conference
- Bylaw 31-2024 – JML Engineering Ltd. Agreement Bylaw
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will discuss a renovation proposal for 710 Winnipeg Street and review the 2025 draft budget schedule. The meeting includes decisions on a recreation policy and a grant application for the North Shore Harvest Cupboard.
- Renovation proposal and Community Improvement Plan for 710 Winnipeg Street
- Bylaw 30-2024 - Recreation Policy
- North Shore Harvest Cupboard Grant in Aid Application
- Quotation for materials and fabrication of Sludge Return Boxes
- 2025 Draft Budget Schedule
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will consider and vote on several items, including acceptance of quotations for repair work at the JE Stokes Medical Centre entrance slab and at the municipal complex. The meeting will also approve a grant in aid for the North Shore Harvest Cupboard and set the dates for the 2025 Winter Carnival. Additional agenda items include two new bylaws and resolutions supporting neighboring townships.
- Acceptance of quotation to repair the entrance slab and walkway at JE Stokes Medical Centre
- Acceptance of quotation for concrete work at the Municipal Complex
- Approval of North Shore Harvest Cupboard grant in aid application
- Approval of 2025 Winter Carnival dates
- Bylaw 28-2024 – Ontario Trillium Foundation Agreement Bylaw
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will approve the agenda and disclose interests, then consider several approvals including a contribution to Superior Country for a Lake Superior Regional Snowmobiling feasibility study, job descriptions, and quotations for arena roof repairs and a wastewater plant air blower replacement. It will also accept a bursary award, a memorial donation, and discuss the closing date for the Schreiber splash pad. Additional items include support resolutions for neighboring municipalities and various departmental reports.
- Approval of contribution to Superior Country for Lake Superior Regional Snowmobiling Feasibility Study
- Acceptance of quotation for repairs to arena roof
- Acceptance of quotation to replace air blower at Schreiber Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Awarding of Township of Schreiber Bursary
- Schreiber Splash Pad Closing Date
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will consider several approvals, including funding requests from the Ontario Clean Water Agency. They will also vote on an appointment to the Recreation and Festivals Committee and a sponsorship for the Terrace Bay Curling Club. Additional items include a new Community Building Fund Agreement Bylaw and a memorial donation to Z Fischer.
- Approval of Expenditure Requests and Approvals to Proceed from the Ontario Clean Water Agency
- Approval of Appointment to the Recreation and Festivals Committee
- Authorization of Sponsorship to the Terrace Bay Curling Club
- Bylaw 26-2024 – Community Building Fund Agreement Bylaw
- Memorial Donation – Z Fischer
Emergency Notification
On August 1, 2024 at 8:06 pm, Mayor Kevin Mullins declared a State of Emergency for the Schreiber Wastewater Treatment Plant. Clarifier One suffered a structural failure that let water enter the digester, halting treatment. Clarifier Two remained operational but then experienced a mechanical failure of its rake system, and a contractor is on site pumping it out with completion expected on August 2, 2024. After Clarifier Two is drained and cleaned, repairs to both clarifiers will begin, and officials say there will be no impact on residents or ratepayers.
- Declaration of State of Emergency for the wastewater plant by Mayor Kevin Mullins
- Structural failure of Clarifier One allowing water into the digester
- Mechanical failure of the rake system in Clarifier Two
- Contractor onsite pumping out Clarifier Two, expected completion Aug 2 2024
- Repairs to begin after draining; no expected impact on residents
Special Council
The Township of Schreiber is holding a special council meeting to discuss declaring a state of emergency. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.
- Proposal to declare a State of Emergency
- Closed session regarding litigation or potential litigation
Special Council
The Special Council meeting on July 24, 2024 will address routine items such as agenda approval, disclosures of interest, delegations, and unfinished business. The primary substantive item is a request from the Ontario Clean Water Agency concerning a wastewater treatment plant. No further details are provided in the agenda.
- OCWA – Wastewater Treatment Plant Request
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will consider several agenda items, including approval of a quotation for recycling containers and liners for township facilities and approval of an expenditure request for digester cleaning vac‑truck services from the Ontario Clean Water Agency. The meeting also includes authorizations for Heritage Days road closures, including the CP Rail Kids Train closure, and the adoption of four bylaws (Bylaw 22‑2024 through Bylaw 25‑2024). Additional items are reports from various departments and a question period.
- Approval of quotation for purchase of recycling containers and liners for Township of Schreiber facilities
- Approval of expenditure request and approval to proceed from Ontario Clean Water Agency – Digester Cleaning Vac Truck Services
- Authorization of Heritage Days road closures, including CP Rail Kids Train road closures
- Bylaw 22-2024 – His Majesty the King Agreement Bylaw
- Bylaw 23-2024 – serco Driver Examination Services Agreement Bylaw
Emergency Notification
The Township of Schreiber has implemented water restrictions due to hot summer weather and potential strain on water production capabilities. Residents are asked to follow an alternate day lawn watering schedule.
- Water restriction in effect
- Even-numbered houses to water on even-numbered days
- Odd-numbered houses to water on odd-numbered days
Emergency Notification
The Splash Pad will be turned off starting July 12, 2024, to facilitate an essential repair. This work follows the June 10, 2024, Boil Water Advisory and requires a specific reservoir level at the Water Treatment Plant. If repairs are not finished by Heritage Days Fair Day, the Splash Pad will be turned back on for that day.
- Splash Pad shutdown starting July 12, 2024
- Essential repair following June 10 Boil Water Advisory
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The meeting includes a delegation from Superior Country regarding a cruise ship report. Council will consider recommendations for medical centre duct cleaning and student sponsorships. The Committee of the Whole will discuss lease agreements, dog tags, and Heritage Days road closures.
- Superior Country Cruise Ship Report
- Duct cleaning quotation for the Medical Centre
- CBRE Extension Agreement and Serco Lease Agreement reports
- Heritage Days road closures and permits
- Draft Social Media Usage Policy
Emergency Notification
The OPP has cleared the area in Schreiber following an incident involving explosive ordnance on Ontario Street. Residents are now able to return to their homes.
- OPP clearance of area following explosive ordnance incident
- Return of residents to homes on Ontario Street
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The meeting includes a closed session regarding a proposed land acquisition or disposition for the Anemos Energy Schreiber Wind Project. Council will also review recommendations for community event plans and recreation fund transfers. The Committee of the Whole will discuss department reports and a draft social media usage policy.
- Proposed land acquisition or disposition for the Anemos Energy Schreiber Wind Project
- Approval of 2023 fiscal year transfer to Recreation Committee Reserve Fund
- Review of Bylaw 21-2024 regarding Kingsway Clinics Inc.
- Approval of plans and budgets for Canada Day and Heritage Days
- Discussion of draft Social Media Usage Policy G-2024-01
Emergency Notification
A boil water advisory is currently in effect for the Township of Schreiber until further notice. All water intended for human consumption should be heated to a rolling boil for at least one minute.
- Boil water advisory in effect
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Township of Schreiber will hold a public meeting regarding the Budget Bylaw. Council is scheduled to consider several 2024 bylaws concerning tax ratios, tax rates, and the municipal budget, alongside various service agreements.
- Bylaw 13-2024 - 2024 Budget Bylaw
- Bylaw 14-2024 - 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw
- Bylaw 12-2024 - 2024 Tax Ratio Bylaw
- Agreement bylaws for Northern Computers and Communications, Dykstra Knight Roofing and Renovations, Extreme Exterior Finishing, and Clow Darling Ltd.
- Bylaw 15-2024 - Waste Management Bylaw
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will discuss the Anemos Energy Proposed Schreiber Wind Project in a closed session. The open session includes recommendations for wastewater facility electrical repairs and arena chiller change orders.
- Anemos Energy Proposed Schreiber Wind Project (Closed Session)
- OCWA Expenditure Request for Schreiber Wastewater Facility Electrical Repairs
- Arena Chiller Change Order quotation
- Schreiber Roof Repairs Contract
- 2024 Tax Ratio Sensitivity Analysis
Special Council
The Township of Schreiber is holding a special council meeting to address the 2024 preliminary budget. The session includes both closed and open components to discuss financial and labor matters.
- CUPE Memorandum of Settlement report
- 2024 Preliminary Budget
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will discuss funding for a physician recruiter and review recommendations for an energy management plan. The meeting includes a delegation regarding nuclear waste concerns in Northwestern Ontario.
- Contribution to assist in funding Physician Recruiter Position
- Proposal to update Corporate Energy Management Plan
- Transfer from Library Donations and Fundraising Reserve
- Amendment to Bylaw 54-2023
- Delegation from We the Nuclear Free North regarding nuclear waste
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Township of Schreiber will review the 2022 consolidated financial statements and discuss the appointment of a community representative to the Police Service Board. Council will also consider recommendations for water filter repairs, line painting, and a new telephone system.
- Grant Thornton report on 2022 Consolidated Financial Statements
- Appointment of a Community Representative to the Police Service Board
- Ontario Clean Water Agency request for replacement and installation of Positioner on Filter 2
- Quotation for replacement of telephone system
- Quotation for line painting
Special Council
The Township of Schreiber will hold a special meeting featuring a workshop led by McSweeney & Associates Consultants. Council and staff will review public consultation feedback to set strategic priorities.
- Strategic Plan Priority Setting Workshop with McSweeney & Associates Consultants
- Review of feedback from public consultation
- Determination of Council and staff priorities
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss municipal operations, including the recruitment of a CAO/Clerk in a closed session. The body will also review recommendations regarding water system reports and infrastructure maintenance.
- CAO/Clerk recruitment (Closed Session)
- Opting out of providing Blue Box Service
- Fabrication and supply of intake screens for Cooks Lake Dam
- 2023 Annual Summary and Section 11 reports for the Schreiber Drinking-Water System
- Joint Police Service Board formation
Council And Committee Of The Whole
The Council and Committee of the Whole will review operational reports including a proposal to opt out of providing blue box services. The meeting also covers drinking water system reports and various requests for resolution support.
- Director of Operations Report on opting out of providing Blue Box Transition service
- Acting CAO/Clerk Report on Parking Bylaw Amendments
- OCWA 2023 Annual Summary Report for the Schreiber Drinking-Water System
- CUPE Bargaining mandate for the Acting CAO/Clerk
- Licence for Use of Community Hall for the Province of Ontario Courts
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss municipal bylaws and operational reports. The session includes a closed meeting regarding CAO/Clerk recruitment and an open session to address land policy and official appointments.
- Bylaw 9-2024: Amendment to Sale and Other Disposition of Land Policy
- Bylaw 10-2024: Integrity Commissioner and Closed Meeting Investigator Appointment Bylaw
- CAO/Clerk recruitment (Closed Session)
- Quotation for repair of Lift Cylinder 2000 Sterling Dump Truck
- Director of Operations reports on commercial waste public meetings and the dechlorination project
Special Council
The Township of Schreiber will hold a special council meeting to review an Ontario Trillium Fund application and a procedure bylaw amendment. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the recruitment of a CAO/Clerk.
- Ontario Trillium Fund Application report
- Bylaw 8-2024 - Procedure Bylaw Amendment
- CAO/Clerk recruitment (Closed Session)
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council and the Committee of the Whole will review the 2024 preliminary budget and a report on the disposition of municipal land. The meeting includes decisions on a surplus 2017 Handi-Transit vehicle and a property severance application.
- Agreement of Purchase and Sale for municipal land
- Declaration of Surplus Asset for a 2017 Handi-Transit Vehicle
- Approval of Application for Severance of Property
- 2024 Preliminary Budget
- December 31, 2023 Property Tax Arrears Analysis
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council will hold a public meeting regarding a severance application for Peter and Mary Speziale. The body is also reviewing six new bylaws and several recommendations related to water treatment and tourism funding.
- Public meeting for severance application: Peter and Mary Speziale
- Bylaw 4-2024 to amend Consolidated Fees Bylaw
- Bylaw 2-2024 regarding non-union staff salaries
- OCWA expenditure requests for Pace to Flow System and WWTP Blower
- Funding applications to FedNor's Tourism Growth Program and Trans Canada Trail
Council And Committee Of The Whole
Council and the Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss tax rates and review various department reports. The agenda includes a delegation regarding the Whitesand Lake Dock and the approval of several administrative recommendations.
- Bylaw 1-2024 - Interim Tax Rates Bylaw
- Delegation from J Nesbitt regarding Whitesand Lake Dock
- A6 Trail - Phase 2 Feasibility and Engineering Study
- Utilization of funds from East-West LP
- 2024 Council Appointments