Wawa public meetings in 2023

Special Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee meets to approve the agenda and discuss procedural items like delegations, announcements, and minutes from previous meetings.

Regular Council

The December 14, 2023, meeting includes discussions on amendments to the 2024-2027 Draft Capital Budget and a new schedule of fees. Council will also consider agreements for janitorial services at Municipal Offices and emergency personnel support from White River.

• Amendment to the 2024-2027 Draft Capital Budget
• Approval of the 2024 Schedule of Fees
• By-Law No. 3658-23: Agreement with White River for emergency personnel and equipment
• By-Law No. 3659-23: Janitorial services contract with Everything Floors for 40 Broadway Avenue
• Appointment of five firefighters to the Wawa Volunteer Fire Department

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several municipal updates including a proposed amendment to the 2024-2027 Draft Capital Budget and a new schedule of fees. The agenda also includes discussions on potential changes to landfill operating hours and a proposal to rename High Falls Road.

• Amendment to the 2024-20HT Draft Capital Budget
• Proposed 2023-28 - 2024 Schedule of Fees
• Wawa Community Improvement Plan Draft Background and Directions Report
• Vallee Park Bridge report
• Short Term Rental report

Heritage Committee

The committee will review updates on the digital archive proposal and the Berdusco rock samples. Members will also discuss repairs for damaged heritage doors at the Mackenzie Bethune/Fur Trade site.

• Digital Archive proposal
• Berdusco Rock Samples
• Mackenzie Bethune/Fur Trade Heritage Door Damage repair
• S.S. Caribou Life Ring storage
• Cemetery Committee Response Letter

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee received an update from The Loomex Group regarding the Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review. Discussion included improvements for records management, training, and the long-term need to replace the Fire Hall.

• Update on Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review by Mr. Terry Gervais
• Recommendation for fire hall replacement due to room layout concerns
• Proposed policy addition regarding loss of wages for firefighters attending training
• Plan to bring a recommendation for hiring new recruits to Council in early 2024

Cemetery Committee

The committee will review a response letter from the Heritage Committee regarding the maintenance of MacKenzie/Bethune Cemetery. The meeting also includes an informational report on ice candle sales and updates on cemetery maintenance.

• Review of Heritage Committee request for assistance with grave marker preservation
• Informational report on Sale of Ice Candles
• Discussion regarding cemetery beautification and the Ice Candle Celebration Day

Special Council

The Special Council meeting includes a presentation regarding the proposed operating budget for the period of 2024 through 2027. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2024 - 2027 Proposed Operating Budget

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting agenda includes several proposed by-laws regarding mutual aid fire protection agreements and a waste disposal site expansion. The council will also review staff reports on infrastructure, finance, and community services.

• By-Law No. 3648-23: Agreement for Waste Disposal Site Expansion via Building Canada Fund
• Proposed fire protection agreements with Michipicoten First Nation, Hawk Junction Local Services Board, and Louisiana Pacific Wawa
• By-Law No. 3653-23: Agreement with ICEsoft Technologies Holdings Ltd for a notification system
• By-Law No. 3655-23: Encroachment agreement and annual fee for property at 36-38 Ganley Street
• Proposed road name change for High Falls Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a presentation from Food Cycle Science Corporation regarding a potential food waste diversion pilot program. The agenda also includes discussions on updating the municipal emergency plan, changing the name of High Falls Road, and proposed service level changes for the waste disposal site.

• Presentation by Jacob Hanlon (Food Cycle Science Corp) regarding FoodCycler pilot options
• Proposed road name change for High Falls Road
• Proposed changes to Waste Disposal Site Levels of Service
• Update to the Municipal Emergency Plan
• Review of October 2023 monthly reports for Infrastructure, Protective, Finance, and Community Services departments

Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing various historical donations and managing ongoing digital archive projects. Members also discussed the status of the MacKenzie/Bethune Cemetery and potential new locations for local artifacts.

• Review of Berdusco Rock Collection containing approximately 40 boxes of mineral samples
• Discussion regarding a life-ring from the S.S. Caribou seeking a new display location
• Update on the MacKenzie/Bethune Cemetery headstone and brush clearing status
• Processing of digitized photograph donations from George Burns
• Ongoing digital archive project for local history files

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a delegation regarding the Vallee Park Bridge and discussing several municipal items including financial reports, transit initiatives, and police detachment updates. The meeting also addresses administrative matters such as travel policy amendments and insurance reviews.

• Delegation from Mary Harbocian regarding Vallee Park Bridge
• Third Quarter 2023-24 Financial Report
• Update on Electric Transit Initiative
• Voyent Alert notification System update
• Amendment to Volunteer Firefighter Training travel policy

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting on November 7, 2023, includes discussions on endorsing a pledge for the Wawa Housing Plan and authorizing the purchase of a parking lot at 96 Broadway Avenue. The agenda also features reports on electric transit initiatives and the Vallee Park Bridge Replacement.

• Endorsement of a Pledge for the Wawa Housing Plan
• By-Law 3644-23: Purchase of land at 96 Broadway Avenue from Wawa Electric and Hardware
• By-Law 3643-23: Agreement for an Accessible Electric Vehicle and charging station
• Staff Report: Vallee Park Bridge Replacement
• Staff Report: Electric Transit Initiative Update

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing an update on the Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review from The Loomex Group. Members will also discuss a new municipal travel policy regarding loss of wages for firefighters.

• Update on Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review by The Loomex Group
• Discussion of Municipal Travel Policy regarding loss of wages for firefighters
• Review of Office of the Fire Marshal Communiqué No. 2023-09

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will receive progress updates on the Wawa Housing Action Plan and Pledge, as well as updates regarding the Community Improvement Plan and CIINO. The meeting also includes discussions on business dinner dates.

• Wawa Housing Action Plan and Pledge update
• Community Improvement Plan update
• CIINO update
• Business Dinner Dates update

Age Friendly Committee

The committee will review informational reports from various organizations including the Wawa Goose Club and Canadian Red Cross. Members will also discuss old business regarding accessible parking, housing, and committee vacancies.

• Wawa Age Friendly Action Plan discussion
• Updates on Wawa Goose Club, Royal Canadian Legion, and March of Dimes
• Discussion on accessible parking
• Review of North Algoma Health System Collaborative

Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed progress on the cemetery expansion project, including tender openings for work on gates, parking, and a columbarium. Members also reviewed updates regarding beautification efforts and seasonal maintenance requirements.

• Cemetery expansion project phase one includes work on a gate, parking lot, and columbarium
• Memorial benches estimated between $800 to $1200 each
• Infrastructure Services will include a cement pad in the cemetery structure for maps
• Municipal staff to inspect grounds and remove overgrown cedar trees or debris
• Staff to send notices for cleaning cemetery plots before winter

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a planning report regarding the regulation of short-term rentals in residential zones. The report recommends amending the Official Plan and zoning by-law to define these rentals and requiring business licenses for them.

• Planning report on regulating short-term rentals
• Proposed amendments to Official Plan and zoning by-law
• Proposal to require business licenses for short-term accommodations
• Review of 2024-2027 Capital Budget recommendations
• Marina Committee recommendation regarding channel markers in Michipicoten River

Regular Council

The October 17, 2023, meeting agenda includes a proposal to authorize an agreement with WSP Inc. to prepare a Downtown Community Improvement Plan. Council will also review monthly reports from various municipal departments and discuss potential land acquisitions or sales in closed session.

• By-Law No. 3640-23: Agreement with WSP Inc. for Downtown Community Improvement Plan preparation
• Approval of Council travel to AMO, FONOM, and ROMA conferences
• Review of September 2023 monthly reports for Finance, Protective Services, Infrastructure, and Community Services
• Closed session discussion regarding potential land sale and land purchase
• Waiver of fees for Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day request

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a presentation on declaring Intimate Partner Violence an epidemic and a Community Risk Assessment for fire services. The meeting also addressed upcoming council travel to various municipal conferences.

• Presentation by CHADWIC Home regarding a resolution to declare Intimate Partner Violence an epidemic
• Community Risk Assessment presentation by The Loomex Group identifying top safety risks
• Identification of fire in health centres as a high-risk priority for mitigation
• CAO Memo regarding Council travel to AMO, FONOM, and ROMA conferences

Marina Committee

The committee reviewed quotes for new washroom and shower facilities and discussed plans for boat launch maintenance. Members also addressed signage needs and requested federal feedback regarding the Michipicoten River's status.

• Recommendation for coin-operated shower facilities and weather-tight bulletin boards
• Plan to grind down the boat ramp and install 'Use at Own Risk' signage
• Request for a letter to DFO regarding the Michipicoten River navigational status
• Discussion on new signage and payment systems for boat launch and slip fees
• Updates on marina playground delays and potential dredging in 2024

Special Council

The Special Council meeting includes a presentation on the Capital Budget and a resolution to award the Community Improvement Plan Proposal. Council will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Michipicoten First Nation regarding marina lands, assets, and a lease form.

• Capital Budget Presentation
• Award Community Improvement Plan Proposal resolution
• By-Law No. 3634-23: Memorandum of Understanding with Michipicoten First Nation for Marina Divestiture
• By-Law No. 3633-23: Confirmation of Council proceedings

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on the Community Improvement Plan and the Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario. The meeting also includes a tourism update presentation by A. Patterson.

• Review of Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario (CIINO)
• Tourism Update presentation
• Review of Business Dinner Dates

Cemetery Committee

The committee will review updates regarding cemetery beautification projects, including planter boxes and memorial benches. The meeting also covers ongoing maintenance and structural updates for the Woodland Cemetery.

• Update on cemetery structure for maps
• Update on lumber for planter boxes
• Update on memorial benches

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Algoma Public Health regarding their programs, services, and municipal levy. The presentation details the $19.2 million annual operating budget and the specific $109,387 levy for Wawa.

• Presentation by Dr. Jennifer Loo on Algoma Public Health programs and services
• Review of the 2023 Wawa municipal levy of $109,387 for public health
• Discussion regarding the Wawa Drill Rig Monument
• Review of RFP results for Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre Canteen
• Proposed amendment to the Ice Cancellation Policy

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee will review a draft copy of the Community Risk Assessment and discuss an Office of the Fire Marshal communique regarding fire chief responsibilities. The meeting also includes an update on the progress of the Fire Services Review by The Loomex Group.

• Review of draft Community Risk Assessment
• Discussion of OFM Communique No. 2023-09 regarding Section 6(3) of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act
• Update on Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment process by The Loomex Group

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting on September 19, 2023, includes discussions on several municipal leases and a land use agreement. The agenda also features reviews of various departmental monthly reports and staff recommendations regarding a drill rig monument.

• By-Law 3630-23: Lease of 96 Broadway Avenue upper floor to Labbe Media Incorporated for a radio station
• By-Law 3631-23: Land lease agreement with Quattra SCS Ltd. at 96 Broadway Avenue
• By-Law 3632-23: Land use agreement with Woodland Masonic Hall Incorporated on Magpie Avenue
• Staff recommendation regarding the Drill Rig Monument
• RFP results for the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre Canteen

Heritage Committee

The committee will review research regarding Mormon Teamsters and address erosion at the Michipicoten River mouth. Members will also discuss a photo donation and progress on the Digital Archive Project.

• Mormon Teamster research report
• Michipicoten River erosion awareness
• Michiwawa/George Burns photo donation
• Digital Archive Project
• Field and Stream magazine donations

Age Friendly Committee

The committee will review informational reports from various organizations, including the Wawa Family Health Team and the Canadian Red Cross. Members will also discuss ongoing business regarding accessible parking, transportation, and housing committees.

• Presentation by Kim Melbourne of the Wawa Community Outreach Program
• Informational updates on the Wawa Goose Club and March of Dimes
• Discussion on Seniors Expo & Active Living Fair update
• Review of accessible parking and transportation committee items
• Discussion regarding a committee vacancy

Special Council

Council is reviewing a recommendation to hire a contractor to remove and sell the Wawa Drill Rig for scrap due to structural concerns. A recent engineering report identified a noticeable lean in the monument that requires action before winter 2023. Staff recommend scrapping the unit as the most fiscally responsible option compared to repair or mast removal.

• Recommendation to remove and sell the Wawa Drill Rig for scrap
• Estimated cost of $5,000 to $10,000 for removal and scrapping
• Engineering estimate of $80,000 for repairs involving hydraulic jacking units
• Revised repair cost forecast of $40,250 using local contractors
• Closed session discussion regarding land acquisition on Magpie Avenue

Regular Council

Council will discuss and vote on a financial analysis of the Algoma District Services Area Board, which found the current apportionment formula to be unfair. Other items include approving the purchase of an accessible electric van.

• Approve Purchase of an Accessible Electric Van and a Charging Station
• Amendment to NOHFC Funding Application for Wawa Airport Terminal Renovations Project
• Adopt and Endorse Wawa Strategic Plan 2023-2026

Fire Advisory Committee

The committee received an update on the Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review being conducted by The Loomex Group. Members also reviewed a draft Firefighters Funeral Service Policy regarding the retirement of firefighter numbers.

• Update on Community Risk Assessment and Fire Services Review by The Loomex Group
• Review of draft Firefighters Funeral Service Policy

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the Wawa Housing Action Plan aimed at addressing housing challenges and increasing affordable options. Other items include monthly reports from various departments and policy updates.

• Wawa Housing Action Plan update
• Monthly reports from Protective Services, Finance, and Infrastructure Departments

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting includes discussions on approving a new Housing Action Plan and reviewing several infrastructure reports. The agenda also covers receiving a $2,350,908.32 provincial power dam payment and considering various municipal by-laws.

• Approval of the Wawa Housing Action Plan
• Receipt of $2,350,908.32 Power Dam Special Payment allocation
• By-law to lease municipal office space for a Provincial Court
• Tulluch Engineering Report regarding Broadway Avenue Drill Monument inspection
• Agreement with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre renovations

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment met to review minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting and approve administrative actions. The committee decided to approve a minor variance application for 239B Harbour Road.

• Approved minor variance for 239B Harbour Road to reduce front lot line setback from 2.9 m to 0.0 m
• Approved actions of the Secretary-Treasurer regarding notification of application A02-23
• Adopted minutes from the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on May 16, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed monthly departmental reports and discussed several new business items. Key discussions included a recommendation to purchase Townsuite Municipal Software and potential financial contributions for local projects.

• Recommendation to purchase Townsuite Municipal Software proposal
• Proposed $2,500 donation to MTA Inc. for Bear Train business plan development
• Proposed $2,500 contribution toward Michipicoten Golf Club NOHFC funding application
• Review of 2022 Municipal and Library Financial Summaries by KPMG
• Update on the Water Intake Project ROV inspection

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting agenda includes discussions on a municipal SUV purchase and the Municipal Accommodation Tax. The session also covers funding applications for the Michipicoten Golf Club renovation and several new by-laws.

• Funding application for Phase 2 renovation of the Michipicoten Golf Club
• Staff recommendation regarding Municipal Accommodation Tax
• Staff recommendation regarding a municipal SUV purchase
• By-Law No. 3611-23 to enter an agreement with Townsuite Municipal Software
• By-Law No. 3615-23 for a Rural Economic Development Program Agreement

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development & Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss a draft action plan for housing and the Downtown Community Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Wawa Goose Nest Mural and a proposed work plan for CIINO EDO.

• Draft Housing Action Plan
• Downtown Community Improvement Plan
• Wawa Goose Nest Mural presentation
• Proposed Work Plan - CIINO EDO
• Business Dinner Dates schedule

Cemetery Committee

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Fire Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a Fire Services Review and a request for the retirement of a firefighter number. The meeting also follows a previous session where the Loomex Group was awarded a contract for a municipal fire service review.

• Fire Services Review
• Request for Retirement of Firefighter Number

Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing plans for interpretive plaques at Silver Falls and Sandy Beach. Members are also discussing the inventory of heritage books and future operations for the Tourist Information Centre.

• Installation of interpretive plaques at Silver Falls and Sandy Beach
• Inventory review of municipal heritage books including Land of the Big Goose
• Plans for the Turcotte Room at the Tourist Information Centre
• Review of Jackson Interpretive Plaques
• Discussion of 2023 Tourist Information Centre plans

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review KPMG audit findings regarding municipal property security and discuss several departmental monthly reports. The agenda also includes discussions on a new citizen complaint policy and various infrastructure and service updates.

• KPMG Audit Findings: Review of 2022 Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Funds
• Draft Policy HR-030: New procedure for managing municipal public complaints
• NOHFC Application: Funding request for the Michipicoten Golf Club
• RFP Municipal Software: Review of Request for Proposals for new software
• Bear Train Letter: Request for a financial contribution

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting includes discussions on supporting the Michipicoten Golf Club renovations and funding applications. The agenda also features requests for sponsorship for the Wawa Music Festival and a proposal to fly the Pride flag.

• Renovations to the deck, roof, and irrigation system of the Michipicoten Golf Club
• Funding application for Phase 2 renovations of the Michipicoten Golf Club to NOHFC
• Sponsorship request from the Wawa Music Festival
• Financial donation support for Mask-Wa Transportation Association Inc. Bear Train Business Plan
• Resolution to support flying the Pride flag in June

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet on June 20, 2023, to review new business. The primary item for consideration is a minor variance application submitted by Ms. Carol Dersch and Mr. Joel Cooper.

• Minor Variance Application A2-23 (Ms. Carol Dersch and Mr. Joel Cooper)

Age Friendly Committee

The committee will receive informational reports from several organizations, including the Wawa Goose Club and the Canadian Red Cross. Members will also discuss ongoing items regarding accessible parking, transportation, housing, and Seniors Month.

• Informational reports from Wawa Family Health Team, Royal Canadian Legion, and March of Dimes
• Discussion on accessible parking
• Updates on Seniors Month events
• Review of Transportation and Housing Committee items

Special Council

Council is reviewing a 'Strategic Plan Refresh' presented by Municipal Government Wayfinders Ltd. The presentation includes proposed changes to mission, vision, and core values, as well as identifying action items for removal or addition.

• Presentation of Wawa Strategic Plan Update by Michael Wildman and David Reid
• Proposed removal of various infrastructure, tourism, and human resources action items
• Proposed new action items including a Housing Strategy and an Immigration Strategy
• Approval of purchase of Marina Playground Equipment
• Review of municipal core values and mission/vision statements

Marina Committee

The Marina Committee will meet to discuss several marina infrastructure and service items. The agenda includes reviewing quotes for washroom facilities and discussing boat launches, channel buoys, and signage.

• Review of washroom facility quotes
• Discussion regarding boat launches
• Discussion regarding channel buoys
• Discussion regarding signage and payment systems

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing tourism implementation proposals and a community risk assessment for fire services. The meeting includes presentations on economic development through tourism and legislative requirements for fire protection.

• Tourism: Request to direct staff to consider new tourism implementation plans
• Tourism: Proposal for a one-year monthly business dinner consultation program
• Fire Services: Community Risk Assessment required by Ontario Regulation 378/18
• Water Treatment: Discussion regarding water treatment plant filters
• Airport: Discussion regarding Wawa Airport Terminal Renovations Project (Stage 2)

Regular Council

Wawa Council will discuss and vote on several items including a budget increase for water treatment plant filters, travel approval, and funding submissions. The meeting also includes routine procedural matters.

• Increase the 2023 budget for purchasing Water Treatment Plant Filters
• Approve council travel to OPP Detachment in Marathon
• Submit funding application to NOHFC for Wawa Airport Terminal Renovations

Fire Advisory Committee

The Fire Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Fire Department budget and conduct a review of the Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment. The committee will also review its own Terms of Reference and various municipal policies including Code of Conduct and workplace harassment prevention.

• Review of Fire Department Budget
• Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment
• Review of Terms of Reference
• Review of Municipal Policies (Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and AODA)

Cemetery Committee

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Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development & Tourism Committee will hear presentations regarding tourism plan priorities and recommendations. The committee will also discuss Wawa Tourism Priorities.

• Presentation by Alex Patterson on Tourism Plan Priorities
• Presentation by David Wells on Tourism Recommendations
• Discussion of Wawa Tourism Priorities

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review the agenda and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes a minor variance application submitted by Mr. Kory Charbonneau.

• Minor Variance Application A01-23 - Mr. Kory Charbonneau

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to designate specific roadways around Churchill, Mackey, and Winston school areas as Community Safety Zones. These designations would allow for doubled fines for speeding violations in those sections. The discussion follows resident complaints regarding vehicle speeds near school zones.

• Proposed Community Safety Zones for Churchill School Area
• Proposed Community Safety Zones for Mackey School Area
• Proposed Community Safety Zones for Winston School Area
• Landfill Expansion roll-off bin and 40-yard garbage bin purchase
• Sportsfield Track Replacement RFP update

Regular Council

The Wawa Council is reviewing several legislative items including professional engineering services, a community risk assessment, and a sportsfield running track reconstruction. The meeting also includes discussions on land inventory for economic development and various committee updates.

• Agreement with Kresin Engineering Corporation for professional engineering services
• Agreement with The Loomex Group for a Community Risk Assessment and Fire Service Review
• Agreement with J. Provost Contracting Ltd. for the reconstruction of a sportsfield running track
• Lease agreement for Agree-MXY Pharma Inc. at Wawa Goose Seniors Centre
• Installation of a temporary greenhouse at John's Independent Grocer

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to hire Municipal Government Wayfinders to refresh the Municipal Strategic Plan. The committee is also considering awarding a contract to The Loomex Group for a Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment.

• Agreement with Municipal Government Wayfinders to refresh the Municipal Strategic Plan
• Contract award to The Loomex Group for Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment
• Capital budget amendment to increase funding from $25,000 to $49,370 for fire service studies

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting includes decisions on awarding a proposal to The Loomex Group for fire services review and accepting a lease extension for a storage garage at 27A Mission Road. The agenda also features reports from the Cemetery Committee and various committee meeting announcements.

• Awarding proposal to The Loomex Group regarding Fire Services Review and Community Risk Assessment
• Accepting agreement extension with Propair Inc. for a storage garage lease at 27A Mission Road
• By-Law 3595-23: Agreement with Municipal Government Wayfinders Ltd. for Strategic Plan review
• By-Law 3596-23: Travel Point Agreement with Serco Canada Inc.
• Wawa Cemetery Committee report regarding plot map enclosure and headstone cleaning

Age Friendly Committee

The committee will review informational reports from various agencies including the Wawa Goose Club and Canadian Red Cross. Members will also discuss ongoing business regarding accessible parking, housing, and transportation.

• Agency updates from Wawa Family Health Team and Royal Canadian Legion
• Discussion on accessible parking and transportation committee
• Update on Inclusive Communities Grant Program Application
• Planning for June 2023 Seniors Month events

Heritage Committee

The committee is reviewing potential Trillium Grant opportunities for digitizing historical records. Members also discussed the donation of WWII artifacts to the Legion and plans for the 2023 Wawa Visitor Guide.

• Donation of John Wilcox WW2 souvenirs and medals to the Legion
• Discussion of a potential Trillium Grant for historical record digitization
• Review of the 2023 Wawa Visitor Guide update
• Inquiry from Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines regarding Tribag Mine area significance
• Inventory of books including Pinch of Thyme and Michipicoten Memories

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee reviewed student designs for a map structure and selected the Log design option. Staff will now request an updated quote that includes a cedar shingles roof. The committee also discussed obtaining additional quotes for headstone cleaning at Woodland Cemetery.

• Selection of Log design for cemetery map structure (approximately $1,968.25)
• Request for new quote including Cedar Shingles Roof for the Log design
• Discussion regarding headstone cleaning quotes from a business in Chapleau

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a proposal to request that the Ontario Government amend the municipal oath to include recognition of Aboriginal and treaty rights. The meeting also includes reviews of the 2023 first quarter financial report and a draft citizen complaint policy.

• Proposal to amend the Oath of Office to recognize the rights of First Nations, Inuit, and Metim peoples
• Review of Draft Policy HR-030 regarding Citizen Complaints
• Review of MB 2023-08 First Quarter Financial Report
• Discussion of the draft FONOM Conference Agenda
• Information regarding nominations for the 2023 Ontario Senior of the Year Award

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting includes discussions on replacing a gas-powered minibus with an electric van and ending certain property assessment bands for commercial taxes. The agenda also features reviews of provincial housing updates and municipal insurance cost concerns.

• Proposal to purchase an accessible electric van and charging infrastructure
• Proposal to discontinue property assessment bands for commercial tax classes starting in 2024
• Authorization for funding application to the Inclusive Community Grants Program
• Adoption of Code of Conduct Policy No. HR-017
• Review of 1st Quarter Financial Report

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

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Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including a request to waive transit fees for an AOD Open House event. The committee will also consider a support request from the Wawa Public Library Board regarding a Drag Storytime event.

• Request for waiver of Wawa Transit Bus fees for the AOD Open House
• Wawa Public Library request for support for a Drag Story/2SLGBTQIA+ event in June
• Review of MMCC Sports Field Track Replacement RFP results
• Discussion on graduated taxation in the commercial class
• Review of Code of Conduct policy amendment (HR-017)

Regular Council

The Wawa Council meeting on April 4, 2023, includes decisions on awarding a tender for the MMCC Sports Field Track Replacement to J. Provost Contracting. The agenda also features appointments for the Wawa Marina Advisory Committee and reviews of various staff reports and provincial correspondence.

• Awarding tender to J. Provost Contracting for MMCC Sports Field Track Replacement
• Appointment of a new member to the Wema Marina Advisory Committee
• Acceptance of Matthew Newlands' resignation from the Wawa Marina Advisory Committee
• Review of Integrity Commissioner expenditures totaling $1,398.38 for the recent period
• By-Law No. 3590-23 to establish a Wawa Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

Cemetery Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on beautification projects for the cemetery. Discussions include a plan for a new cemetery map board and advertising for headstone cleaning services.

• Update on building a board for cemetery maps
• Infrastructure Services Department to cover material costs for map board
• Discussion regarding headstone cleaning services by Roger Carriere of Monuments Carriere
• Inquiry into burial information for the Michipicoten River village cemetery

Age Friendly Committee

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Marina Committee

The committee reviewed updates on the Harry McCluskie Marina divestiture proposal and potential funding from Small Craft Harbour. Plans were discussed to issue a Request for Quotation for new marina washroom stalls and implement an online boat slip rental program.

• Divestiture Proposal for the Harry McCluskie Marina
• Purchase of washroom stalls at the Harry McCluskie Marina via RFQ
• Implementation of a new boat slip rental online program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2023 Capital and Operating Budgets. Discussion includes reports for January and February 2023 and a concern regarding fuel pricing.

• 2023 Capital and Operating Budgets
• January and February 2023 Reports
• Fuel Pricing Concern (Councillor Opato)
• Personnel Issue: Staffing matters

Heritage Committee

The committee is managing the sorting of items at 3 Maple Street to be moved by March 31, 2023. Members discussed historical cemetery updates, a volunteer grave photography project, and upcoming community engagement events.

• Sorting of items at 3 Maple Street to be completed by March 31, 2023
• Review of local cemeteries for the Find a Grave project
• Development of historical context signage for Michipicoten River Village cemetery
• Upcoming open house for Algoma Ore Division employees to commemorate the 25th anniversary of its closure

Regular Council

The Municipality of Wawa is meeting to review staff reports regarding operating and capital budgets. The agenda includes several proposed by-laws covering taxation, property assessment, and temporary outdoor patios.

• By-Law No. 3584-23: Adoption of Temporary Outdoor Patios policy
• By-Law No. 3585-23: Adoption of 2023 estimates and taxation rates
• By-Law No. 3586-23: Establishment of Tax Ratios
• By-Law No. 3587-23: Establishment of Three Bands of Assessment for Commercial Tax Classes
• 5-Year Tourism Plan proposal

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation on a donation for Ukraine and a presentation on a 5-year tourism plan. New business includes a request for proposals for a fire service review and community risk assessment, appointments to the Fire Advisory Committee, and an update on the Wawa BIA dissolution. A follow-up memo on prohibiting wildlife feeding is also on the agenda.

• Bannikin Travel and Tourism presenting a Wawa 5-Year Tourism Plan
• Request for Proposals for Fire Service Review and Community Risk Assessment
• Council appointees to the Fire Advisory Committee
• Update on Wawa BIA Dissolution
• Follow-up memo on prohibiting feeding of wildlife

Regular Council

Council will consider three new by-laws: prohibiting wildlife feeding, establishing a Municipal Fire Advisory Committee, and entering a fuel supply agreement for the airport. A closed session is scheduled to discuss marina divestiture and a property purchase offer. The meeting also includes receiving O.P.P. statistics and committee minutes.

• By-Law 3578-23 to prohibit feeding wildlife in Wawa
• By-Law 3579-23 to establish a Municipal Fire Advisory Committee
• By-Law 3580-23 for aviation fuel supply agreement with Donald L. Davidson Fuels
• Closed session on marina divestiture and property purchase offer
• Receive O.P.P. statistics report for January to December 2022

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to review a revised draft of its Terms of Reference and receive an update on the Five Year Tourism Plan, which will be presented to Council the next day. The committee will also conduct a visioning exercise and discuss a draft action plan.

• Review of revised EDTAC Terms of Reference
• Update on Five Year Tourism Plan for March 7 Council presentation
• EDTAC Visioning Exercise
• EDTAC Draft Action Plan

Heritage Committee

The Wawa Heritage Committee will review old business including public access to local history files stored at the old EDC office, the Find a Grave website, and an update on the Mission Cemetery. New business includes discussion of artifacts and an old Superior map. The committee will also appoint Mr. Rob Clarke to the committee.

• Appointment of Mr. Rob Clarke to the Heritage Committee
• Access to Local History Files — letter to Mayor and Council on public access to archival filing cabinet
• Find a Grave website — adding headstones from Woodland Cemetery and local historical cemeteries
• Mission Cemetery Update — identifying grave sites and deceased individual information
• TIC 2023 — plans and operating hours for the Tourist Information Centre

Cemetery Committee

The Wawa Cemetery Committee is meeting to discuss beautification and maintenance items, including cemetery maps and cleaning of headstones. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Discussion of cleaning headstones at Woodland Cemetery, with staff to contact a Chapleau vendor for a quote
• Follow-up on cemetery map construction and verification of names for printing
• Update on lumber for planter box repairs
• Review of By-Law No. 3561-23 regarding committee responsibilities

Regular Council

Council will consider several resolutions including authorizing a funding application to the Rural Economic Development Program, approving additional fee waivers for the 2023 Wawa Ice Fishing Derby, and amending the municipal facility fee waiver policy. They will also give final readings to by-laws for a land sale at 31 Mackey Street and a Northern Ontario Heritage Fund internship agreement.

• By-Law 3576-23 to authorize sale of municipal land at 31 Mackey Street to Raymond Brisson
• By-Law 3575-23 for Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation funding for a Tourism Marketing Intern (Internship Project No. 7400706)
• Staff Report KS 2023-02: Draft Temporary Outdoor Patio Policy
• Approve additional waiver of fees for 2023 Wawa Ice Fishing Derby
• Amend Policy MM-010 Waiver of Municipal Facility Fees

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation from Alamos Gold Inc. on its operations and Phase 3 expansion plans, and consider a draft policy for temporary outdoor patios. Several items from the previous meeting are forwarded for decision, including a full fee waiver for the Wawa Ice Fishing Derby and a funding application for downtown improvements.

• Delegation from Alamos Gold Inc. on Phase 3 expansion plans
• Draft policy for temporary outdoor patios (KS 2023-02)
• Resolution to fully waive fees for Wawa Ice Fishing Derby (March 3-5, 2023)
• Funding application to Rural Economic Development Program for downtown improvements (Broadway Ave to Main St and Mission Rd)
• Waiver of transit fees during March Break (March 12-17, 2023)

Age Friendly Committee

The Age Friendly Committee is meeting to discuss several items including accessible parking, the North Algoma Health System Collaborative, transportation and housing committees, and the Seniors Community Grant Program. They will also review the Wawa Age Friendly Plan and the March of Dimes Home and Vehicle Modification Program. The meeting includes agency updates from local organizations and approval of previous minutes.

• Accessible Parking discussion
• North Algoma Health System Collaborative update
• Transportation Committee update
• Housing Committee update
• Seniors Community Grant Program

Special Council

This special meeting of Wawa Municipal Council is primarily focused on the presentation of the 2023 Operating Budget. Council will also handle procedural items including the call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interests, and approval of the agenda.

• 2023 Operating Budget Presentation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a proposal to set 40 km/h speed limits on residential streets, a loan write-down for the Michipicoten Golf Club, and a draft policy to prohibit feeding wildlife. The committee will also consider a request for additional fee waivers for the Wawa Ice Fishing Derby and a funding application to the Rural Economic Development Program.

• DB 2023-02: 40km Speed Limits on Residential Streets
• MB Memo: Michipicoten Golf Club Loan Write-Down 2022
• KS 2023-01: Draft Policy - Prohibit Feeding of Wildlife
• AP Memo - Wawa Ice Fishing Derby: Request for Additional Waiver of Fees
• CAO 2023-03: Funding Application to Rural Economic Development Program

Regular Council

Council will consider adopting the 2023 Schedule of Fees, a draft policy prohibiting wildlife feeding, and a staff report on 40 km/h speed limits on residential streets. Other items include a funding application to the Rural Economic Development Program, a write-down of debt for the Michipicoten Golf Club, and a write-off of accounts receivable charges for planning services. The agenda also includes several procedural items and notices of upcoming meetings.

• By-Law No. 3572-23 to adopt the 2023 Schedule of Fees for the Municipality of Wawa
• Staff report DB 2023-02 on 40 km/h speed limits on residential streets
• Staff report KS 2023-01: Draft Policy to Prohibit Feeding of Wildlife
• Staff report CAO 2023-03: Funding Application to Rural Economic Development Program
• Approve write-down of debt expense for Michipicoten Golf Club

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a chair and vice chair, review its terms of reference, and discuss a planning session report from N1 Strategy Inc. It will also review a draft of the 5-year tourism plan and consider a funding application for a downtown community improvement plan.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Review of EDTAC terms of reference
• N1 Strategy Inc. planning session report and action plan
• 5-year tourism plan draft review
• OMAFRA RED application for downtown community improvement plan funding

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, and to review several municipal policies including meeting procedures, accessibility, and codes of conduct. The agenda also includes updates on artifact finds, cemetery projects, and collaboration with local First Nations and provincial parks.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of municipal policies: GG-003 (Meeting Procedure), PR-006 (Accessibility), HR-002 (Workplace Harassment), HR-017 (Code of Conduct), HR-035 (Confidentiality), and Conflict of Interest
• Old business: Artifact Finds, MFN Collaboration, Mackenzie Bethune Cemetery, Michipicoten Post Provincial Park Collaboration
• New business: Access to Local History Files, Find a Grave, Mission Cemetery Update, TIC 2023

Cemetery Committee

The provided document contains only a website login portal and technical notices. No meeting items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is reviewing several municipal reports, including a water rate study and financial plan update. Discussions also include a diesel engine purchase for the landfill compactor and a recommended supplier for an airport fuel RFP.

• Draft Water and Wastewater Management Plan presentation by S. Burnett & Associates Limited
• 2023 Schedule of Fees
• Purchase of Diesel Engine for Landfill Compactor
• Water Rate Study and Financial Plan Update
• Airport Fuel RFP: Recommended Supplier

Regular Council

Council will consider approving a water rate study and financial plan, appoint members to the Marina Advisory Committee, and pass by-laws establishing a Marina Committee and a Cemetery Committee. The agenda also includes staff reports on the 2022 accessibility status, 2023 schedule of fees, and monthly reports.

• Receive and approve the Water Rate Study and resulting Financial Plan (staff report MB 2023-05)
• Approve appointment of members to the Wawa Marina Advisory Committee
• By-Law No. 3569-23 to establish a Marina Committee
• By-Law No. 3561-23 to establish a Cemetery Committee (repealing By-Law No. 3159-19)
• Staff report MB 2023-04: 2023 Schedule of Fees

Special Council

The meeting includes an educational or training session regarding the Integrity Commissioner. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss one personnel issue involving an identifiable individual.

• Educational or Training Session: Integrity Commissioner
• Closed Session: Personnel Issue (1 Item)

Age Friendly Committee

The Age-Friendly Committee met to elect leadership and receive training on municipal policies. Members discussed transit operations and received agency updates regarding upcoming community events.

• Election of Mary Anne Pearson as Chair
• Election of Vangie Fournier as Vice Chair
• Municipal Transit Bus operation review

Regular Council

Council will consider dissolving the Wawa Business Improvement Area and approving the 2023 Capital Budget. Other items include appointing committee members, adopting several by-laws, and entering a closed session to discuss marina divestiture.

• By-Law No. 3565-23 to dissolve the Wawa Business Improvement Area
• Approve 2023 Capital Budget (resolution)
• By-Law No. 3567-23: $130,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant to replace the Wawa Sportsfield running track
• By-Law No. 3558-23: authorize temporary borrowing for 2023 current expenditures
• Closed session: Marina Divestiture (proposed land disposition)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2023 capital budget, a motion to reduce impaired driving, and a memo on dissolving the Wawa Business Improvement Area. A delegation will present a report on predator control. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and appointments to committees.

• MB-2023-01: 2023 Capital Budget
• CAO Memo: Dissolution of the Wawa BIA
• MB-2023-02: Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere
• MB-2023-03: FCM Building Condition Assessment
• Delegation: Mr. Charlie Todesco on predator control

Special Council

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a closed-session training session for council members on the Wawa Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Planning. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, approval of agenda, adjournment). No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed-session training on Wawa Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Planning