Atikokan public meetings in 2022
41 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
Council will review a recommendation to renew municipal insurance with Westland Insurance Group Ltd. and receive an update on the Town taking over waste management services. The waste management transition is scheduled to begin on January 3, 2023.
- Renewal of 2023 insurance coverage with an estimated $53,714.00 increase
- Town takeover of waste and recycling collection and transfer station operations on January 3, 2023
- Changes to transfer station hours, including Sunday operations from 10 am to 6 pm
- Review of 2022 Capital Reserve requests totaling $1,107,000
Special Council
This special meeting is limited to an in-camera session for the purpose of education or training involving Attorney Allan D. McKitrick. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- In-camera session for education or training with Attorney Allan D. McKitrick
Regular Council
The Council will consider several by-laws to appoint members to the Committee of Adjustment, Fence Viewers, Property Standards, and Planning Advisory committees. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a vehicle exhaust extraction system for the Fire Hall and a metal roof installation for the Pioneer Centre.
- Appointment of committee members for Adjustment, Fence Viewers, Property Standards, and Planning Advisory
- Purchase of a vehicle exhaust extraction system for the Fire Hall
- Payment to Sunset Dynasty for the Pioneer Centre metal roof installation
- Agreement with Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry for Northwest Orthophoto Project satellite imagery
- LAS Natural Gas Program reserve fund rebate of $884.22
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is reviewing potential changes to the Procedure By-Law, including meeting frequency and electronic participation. Members are also discussing joining a WSIB health and safety program and adjusting the 2023 council travel budget.
- WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program participation costing $4,200 plus HST
- Proposed $15,878.00 potential WSIB rebate for completing program topics
- Proposed changes to Procedure By-Law regarding meeting times and frequency
- Proposal to replace 'Silent Prayer' with 'Moment of Reflection' on agendas
- Recommendation to increase the 2023 Council Travel and Seminars-Conferences budget
Regular Council
The 40th Council will review proposed committee structures and appoint acting mayors and signing officers. The meeting also addresses correspondence regarding Rainy Lake First Nations flooding claims.
- Proposed adoption of new Committee Structure
- Proposed appointment of Acting Mayor and signing officers
- Appointment of a community representative to the Atikokan Police Services Board
- Report on the acquisition of waste management equipment from the current contractor
- Correspondence regarding Naicatchewenin First Nation flooding claims
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is reviewing a proposal to reduce the number of standing committees to increase transparency. Council will also consider by-laws to appoint an acting mayor and new signing officers.
- Proposal to eliminate Community Services, Finance, Fire & Property, and Public Works committees
- By-Law No. 45-22 to appoint an Acting Mayor for various terms through 2026
- By-Law No. 46-22 to appoint new signing officers and repeal By-Law No. 185
- Update on the 2023 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund showing a $13,200 reduction in funding
- Delegation from Bud Dickson regarding the Agnico Eagle Hammond Reef Gold Project
Inaugural Meeting of Council
The meeting serves as the first session for the 40th Council. The agenda consists of ceremonial items including a swearing-in ceremony and an inaugural address by Mayor Rob Ferguson.
- Swearing In Ceremony
- Inaugural Address by Mayor Rob Ferguson
- Review of Code of Conduct
Regular Council
The Council will consider several by-laws following reports from the Committee-of-the-Whole. Key items include an agreement for a Council Chambers AV retrofit, setting Mayor and Council remuneration, and an agreement with Bell Canada for Next Generation 911 services.
- By-Law No. 42-22: Council Chambers AV retrofit agreement with evolutionAV
- By-Law No. 43-22: Remuneration for Mayor and Council
- By-Law No. 44-22: Next Generation 911 agreement with Bell Canada
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss various administrative, financial, and public works reports. Topics include Council remuneration, the Council Chambers retrofit, and Next Generation 911.
- Council Chambers Retrofit agreement evolution
- Council Remuneration discussion
- Next Generation 911 report
- Atikokan Metis Council request
Special Council
The Special Council meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2022. The primary item on the agenda is an in-camera session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations for Waste Management.
- In-camera session: Labour relations or employee negotiations regarding Waste Management
Regular Council
The Atikokan Council will review several Committee-of-the-Whole reports and municipal agreements. Key items include a proposed property sale and new agreements with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and Quetico Adventuring & Sports.
- Proposed sale of property at 324 O'Brien Street
- By-Law No. 40-22: Agreement with Federation of Canadian Municipalities
- By-Law No. 41-22: Agreement with Quetico Adventuring & Sports
- By-Law No. 39-22: Amendment to Council proceedings
- Review of various committee minutes including Library and Cemetery Board
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss various administrative, financial, and departmental reports. Topics include asset management funding, the OPP annual billing statement, and a marketing contribution request from Sunset Country.
- Amend By-Law 14-19 regarding Council proceedings
- Federation of Canadian Municipalities Asset Management Funding
- OPP Annual Billing Statement
- Sunset Country Annual Per Capita Marketing Contribution Request
- In-camera discussions regarding Waste Management labour relations and CAO evaluation
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole will review reports from various municipal departments including Finance, Public Works, and Community Services. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Quetico Adventuring & Sports Agreement and an in-camera session concerning waste management negotiations.
- Delegation by PSD Citywide Inc. representatives
- Quetico Adventuring & Sports Agreement discussion
- In-camera session regarding waste management negotiations
Regular Council
The Council will review reports from various departments including Finance, Public Works, and Community Services. The meeting includes discussions on the Welcome Sign Project and the disposition of properties at 312 Main Street West and 324 O'Brien Street.
- Welcome Sign Project report
- By-Law No. 38-22: Appoint Joint Compliance Audit Committee
- In-camera discussion: Disposition of property at 312 Main Street West
- In-camera discussion: Disposition of property at 324 O'Brien Street
- Review of Atikokan Police Services Board minutes
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole will review reports from various departments including Finance, Public Works, and Community Services. The agenda includes discussions on a CAO evaluation and a museum renaming proposal.
- CAO Evaluation report
- Welcome Sign Project discussion
- Museum renaming proposal
- Joint Compliance Audit Committee report on Municipal Elections
Regular Council
The Council will review reports from various departments including Finance, Public Works, and Community Services. Discussions include an asset management plan, a zoning amendment appeal, and several property-related by-laws.
- Zoning Amendment By-Law #29-22 appeal
- By-Law No. 37-22: Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 704 MacKenzie Avenue East
- By-Law No. 35-22: Lease Agreement for Bass Classic Industrial Mall
- By-Law No. 36-22: Amendment to Cemetery Fees
- Asset Management Plan and computer purchase
Regular Council
The Town of Atikokan Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including establishing the tax ratio, adopting the budget estimates, and approving agreements for infrastructure funding, property mergers, and a community gardener. They will also hear a delegation about rebranding the Centennial Museum and discuss various committee reports and correspondence.
- By-Law No. 31-22 to establish tax ratio
- By-Law No. 32-22 to adopt estimates (budget)
- By-Law No. 30-22 for ICIP Green Stream agreement with Minister of Infrastructure
- By-Law No. 33-22 to merge 123 and 125 Kaskie Street
- By-Law No. 34-22 for Community Gardener Agreement with Rhonda Grynol
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a finance report on the 2022 budget. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, disclosure of interests, and adjournment.
- 2022 Budget review (Finance - Burns)
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting agenda for June 27, 2022, consisting mostly of routine approvals (agenda, minutes) and reports from departments and committees. The only substantive item is a proposed amendment to the comprehensive zoning by-law (By-Law No. 29-22). Other items include correspondence about Hydro One pole replacement and a safe communities funding request, plus setting meeting dates for July and August.
- By-Law No. 29-22 to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No. 15-10
- Hydro One Wood Pole Replacement 2022 correspondence
- Safe Communities Funding Request correspondence
- Committee-of-the-Whole reports from departments (Administration, Finance, Public Works, Fire, Community Services)
- Supplementary committee reports (Police, Library, Museum, Cemetery, Hospital, Chamber, Economic Development)
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is reviewing a planner's report recommending a zoning by-law amendment to allow a 20-unit supportive transitional housing facility for Indigenous youth aged 16-21 on Partridge and Dorothy Streets. The report addresses public concerns and recommends preparing an amending by-law with a holding provision. The committee will also receive reports from administration, finance, public works, fire, and community services.
- Zoning by-law amendment for Lots 37-38, 44-49, Plan SM201, Partridge and Dorothy Streets, for a 1,677 m² facility with 20 dwelling units and 21 parking spaces
- Planner recommends amending by-law with Holding (H) provision requiring deeming by-law and site plan agreement before building permit
- Facility would provide supportive transitional housing to Indigenous youth aged 16-21, supervised 24/7
- Public concerns raised about operations, funding, staffing, land supply, and alternative locations
- Committee reports from Administration, Finance (Budget), Public Works, Fire & Property, and Community Services
Regular Council
The Town of Atikokan Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and reports from departments and committees. Key items include repealing a by-law that delegated authority during the COVID-19 emergency and a new by-law to delegate authority to the CAO during the 'lame duck' period. Council will also consider benefit renewal and receive minutes from various boards and committees.
- By-Law No. 27-22 - Repeal By-Law #12-20 (COVID-19 delegation of authority)
- By-Law No. 28-22 - Delegate authority to CAO during 'lame duck' period
- Benefit renewal (Finance)
- Minutes from Police Services Board, Library, Museum, Cemetery, Hospital, and other committees
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss routine reports and a delegation on nuclear waste. Items include a presentation from We The Nuclear Free North, a plastic bag ban proposal, and administrative matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.
- Delegation: Doug Ribey, We The Nuclear Free North, on nuclear waste and nuclear free zone
- Discussion: Plastic bag ban (Councillor Johnson)
- Report: Lame Duck Council & By-Law #12-20
- Report: Benefit renewal (Finance)
- Minutes: Public Works meeting June 1, 2022
Regular Council
The Town of Atikokan Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and various committee reports. Key items include a proposed by-law on the Right to Disconnect Policy, a property sale at 704 MacKenzie Avenue East, and a proclamation for June Pride Month. The meeting includes routine administrative matters and reports from departments and committees.
- By-Law No. 26-22 - Right to Disconnect Policy
- Sell property - 704 MacKenzie Avenue East - Tramin Ltd.
- June Pride Month proclamation
- Meeting minutes from May 9, May 16, and various committees
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Town of Atikokan's Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss routine reports and several specific items. They will consider a proposed Right to Disconnect Policy, review meeting minutes, and discuss a request for a June Pride Month proclamation. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions or dispositions, including properties at 704 MacKenzie Ave. East and a rental space request from the Atikokan Bass Classic.
- Right to Disconnect Policy discussion
- June Pride Month Proclamation request
- Closed session: proposed acquisition/disposition of land at 704 MacKenzie Ave. East
- Closed session: Atikokan Bass Classic request for rental space
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for May 9, 2022. Council will consider several resolutions, including agreements with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) for the airport and with Hydro One Networks Inc., as well as the hiring of a sewer truck driver. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes, committee reports, and correspondence.
- By-Law No. 25-22 - Agreement MNRF - Airport
- By-Law No. 24-22 - Agreement(s) Hydro One Networks Inc.
- Hire Sewer Truck Driver
- In-Camera - Identifiable Individual - Sewer Truck Driver Position
- Committee-of-the-Whole reports from departments
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Town of Atikokan's Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to receive reports from various departments, including a delegation from Tourism Atikokan about a CIINO tourism position. The committee will also discuss lease and agreement items, such as a lease with MNDMNRF and agreements with Hydro One Networks Inc. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports and routine business items.
- Delegation: Katie Hannon, Tourism Atikokan, on CIINO Tourism Position
- Lease agreement with MNDMNRF (Public Works report)
- Agreements with Hydro One Networks Inc. (Public Works report)
- Reports from Administration, Finance, Fire & Property, Community Services, Economic Development
Regular Council
This is the regular April 25, 2022 meeting of Atikokan Town Council. The agenda is mostly routine approvals of minutes and reports from departments and committees, with one notable item: a resolution to purchase a by-law enforcement vehicle. Council will also consider a resolution declaring May as Museum Month.
- Purchase by-law enforcement vehicle - res
- May is Museum Month - res
- Approval of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of Committee-of-the-Whole minutes - April 19, 2022
- Approval of In-Camera meeting minutes - April 19, 2022
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss routine administrative reports, including a by-law enforcement vehicle, a proclamation for Museum Month, and in-camera land acquisition or disposition items for two properties. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- In-camera item: acquisition or disposition of land at 142 Mercury Avenue East
- In-camera item: acquisition or disposition of land at portion of 10 Birch Road
- Discussion of by-law enforcement vehicle
- Proclamation request for 'May is Museum Month'
- Lame duck policy during election period
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for the Town of Atikokan. Council will consider several by-laws, including a policy on corporate resources for election purposes, an agreement with Shout Media, appointments to the Committee of Adjustment, and an amendment to an agreement with Product Care. They will also review the 2021 Annual Drinking Water Report and a payment to Warburton Holdings, along with routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- By-Law No. 20-22: Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy
- By-Law No. 21-22: Agreement with Shout Media
- By-Law 22-22: Appoint Members to Committee of Adjustment
- By-Law No. 23-22: Amending Agreement with Product Care Association of Canada
- Annual Drinking Water Report 2021
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss routine municipal business, including a delegation from Northern Waterworks on the 2021 drinking water report, policy updates for election conduct, and the sale of surplus land. Several committee reports and minutes are on the agenda, but no major decisions are highlighted.
- 2021 Annual Drinking Water System Report by Northern Waterworks Inc.
- Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy
- Code of Conduct & Integrity Commissioner Protocol during an Election Year
- Sale of surplus land at 704 MacKenzie Ave. East
- Museum renaming discussion
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for March 14, 2022, covering routine approvals of prior minutes and reports from departments and committees. Council will consider several resolutions, including a water financial plan, agreements with the Minister of Infrastructure and FedNor, and a by-law amendment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major standalone public hearings or rezonings listed.
- Water Financial Plan resolution
- By-Law No. 18-22 amending By-Law No. 14-21 for ICIP Green Stream agreement with Minister of Infrastructure
- By-Law No. 18-22 for FedNor Project #851-513785 agreement
- Honey Bee Appreciation Months April & May 2022 resolution
- Proposed Turtle River Rest Area on Highway 622 discussed in Mayor's correspondence
Administration & Employee Relations
The Administration & Employee Relations Committee is meeting to review the 2022 budget, discuss outstanding draft policies, and receive a department update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Review of 2022 budget
- Discussion of outstanding draft policies
- Department update
- Approval of December 2, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Atikokan Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss reports from several departments, including a water financial plan, council and local boards remuneration, and an ICIP amending agreement. A delegation will also present on Honeybee Appreciation Months. The meeting is held via Zoom.
- Delegation: Reagan Breeze on Honeybee Appreciation Months
- Water Financial Plan report
- Council & Local Boards Remuneration report
- ICIP Amending Agreement report
- Meeting minutes from February 23 and 24, 2022
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for the Town of Atikokan, covering routine approvals of minutes, reports from departments, and several resolutions. Key items include approving by-laws for agreements with provincial ministries for an after-school program and a community transportation grant, as well as payments to Tramin Ltd. for a stair lift project and arena canopy.
- By-Law No. 16-22: Agreement with Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries (After School Program)
- By-Law No. 17-22: Amending Agreement with Minister of Transportation (Community Transportation Grant)
- Resolution to pay Tramin Ltd. for Stair Lift Project LFRC
- Resolution to pay Tramin Ltd. for Arena Canopy
- Approval of minutes from February 14 and February 22, 2022 meetings
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to receive reports from several committees, including Administration, Finance, Public Works, Fire & Property, and Community Services. They will also discuss items such as the Community Transportation Grant Program Amending Agreement, After School Program Transfer Payment Agreement, LFRC Stair Lift Project door repositioning, and Arena Canopy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.
- Community Transportation Grant Program Amending Agreement
- After School Program Transfer Payment Agreement
- LFRC Stair Lift Project - Door Repositioning
- Arena Canopy
- Meeting minutes from February 9 and 16, 2022
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for the Town of Atikokan. The council will approve the agenda and previous minutes, receive reports from departments and committees, and vote on a by-law for a funding agreement with the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry, as well as a payment for roof repairs at the LFRC.
- By-Law No. 15-22 - Agreement with Minister of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (NORDS Funding)
- Pay Rugged Air - LFRC Roof Repairs
- 100th Birthday Wishes for Millie Beyak
- Minutes from January 31, 2022 and February 7, 2022 meetings
- Reports from departments including Administration, Finance, Public Works, Fire, and Community Services
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Town of Atikokan's Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss routine administrative and financial matters, including an employee retirement, financial reports, a funding agreement with NORDS, and roof repairs at the LFRC. No major decisions are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.
- Employee retirement discussed under Administration & Employee Relations
- Meeting minutes from January 25, 2022 to be reviewed
- Revenues & Expenses report for period ending December 31, 2021
- NORDS Funding Agreement under Finance
- LFRC Roof Repairs under Community Services
Regular Council
The Town of Atikokan Council is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, then consider several by-laws. These include authorizing telephone and internet voting for the 2022 municipal election, agreements with Comprint Systems (DataFix) and Scytl Election Technologies, and an agreement with the Minister of Transportation for provincial gas tax. Council will also decide on selling 211 O'Brien Street and receive a project update from Agnico Eagle on the Hammond Reef project.
- By-Law No. 11-22: Authorize telephone and internet voting for 2022 municipal election
- By-Law No. 12-22: Agreement with Comprint Systems Incorporated (DataFix)
- By-Law No. 14-22: Agreement with Scytl Election Technologies
- By-Law No. 13-22: Agreement with Minister of Transportation (Provincial Gas Tax)
- Sell 211 O'Brien Street
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Town of Atikokan's Committee-of-the-Whole meets via Zoom to receive reports from several departments. Items include employee recognition, alternative voting methods, a DataFix election management system, NORDS funding, and a closed session on the acquisition or disposition of property at 211 O'Brien Street.
- Alternative Voting Methods discussion
- DataFix Election Management System
- NORDS Funding
- In-camera item: Acquisition or disposition of property - 211 O'Brien Street
- Public Works meeting minutes - January 20, 2022
Regular Council
The Town of Atikokan Council is meeting to consider several financial by-laws, including establishing water and sewage service rates, authorizing temporary borrowing, and setting the interim tax levy. They will also review reports from various departments and committees, and consider agreements for cleaning services and property purchases.
- By-Law No. 01-22: Establish Water & Sewage Service Rates
- By-Law No. 02-22: Temporary Borrowing
- By-Law No. 03-22: Interim Tax Levy
- By-Law No. 04-22: FedNor Agreement
- By-Law No. 09-22: Amend Agreement for Purchase & Sale of 104-108 Main Street
Committee-of-the-Whole
The Town of Atikokan's Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to consider reports from several departments, including finance items like temporary borrowing, interim tax levy, water rates, and reserve transfers, as well as an airport project update. The committee will also discuss cleaning contract extensions and hold in-camera sessions on land disposition and lease negotiations.
- Temporary borrowing and interim tax levy discussion
- Water rates review
- Reserve transfer and capital projects approval
- Atikokan Airport Project update
- Cleaning contract extensions for Municipal Office, Medical Clinic, Library