Brighton public meetings in 2022
27 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
Council will review the 2021 audited financial statements and discuss 2023 service fees. The meeting also includes reports on year-end reserve transfers and the assumption of land for road allowances.
- Approval of 2021 Audited Financial Statements
- 2023 Fees and Charges for Services By-law public meeting
- 2022 Year End Reserve Transfer including $377,000 for road projects
- By-law to assume land dedications into the Municipal Road System
- Service awards for Fire Department members Jamie Gibbons and Richard Plumton
Council PLANNING Meeting
The Planning Committee is reviewing an application to rezone 109 Lakehurst Street from Community Facility to Urban Residential. The proposal seeks to allow one single detached dwelling on the vacant lot with a slight reduction in required lot frontage.
- Rezoning application for 109 Lakehurst Street (File No. Z12-2022)
- Information update for proposed residential condominium at Elgin Street and Price Street
- Part Lot Control Exemption application for Lakeside Landing Subdivision (PLC01-2022)
- Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Consent applications (OPA03-2022, Z11-2022, B14-2022)
Special Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Special Accessibility Advisory Committee is discussing the 2023 Municipal Budget. A motion is proposed to recommend including specific line items to track expenditures on accessibility services, projects, and training.
- Discussion of 2023 Municipal Budget line items
- Proposed motion to track accessibility expenditures for provincial reporting
Council Meeting
The Council will review a KPMG organizational culture report and a 2022 tax write-off report. Discussions include a request for $20,000 in funding for a mobile dental pilot project and a new Municipal Accommodation Tax by-law.
- KPMG Organizational Cultural Review final draft report
- Establishment of a Municipal Accommodation Tax by-law
- $20,000 capital funding request for Gift from the Heart Outreach Mobile Dental Centre
- 2022 Tax Write-Off Report
- Resolution regarding provincial Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act
Inaugural Ceremony - Term of Council 2022-2026
The municipality is conducting an official ceremony to introduce and swear in the newly elected Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Councillors. The event includes a formal declaration of office and an inaugural address by Mayor Brian Ostrander.
- Declaration of office by Mayor Brian Ostrander
- Declaration of office by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
- Introduction and swearing-in of Councillors Anne Butwell, Byron Faretis, Emily Rowley, Jeff Wheeldon, and Bobbi Wright
Community Events Advisory Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Advisory Committee met to discuss preparations for the upcoming Santa Claus Parade. Members reviewed participant numbers, musical acts, and parade logistics including float decorating and teardown schedules.
- Santa Claus Parade: 45 participants confirmed with 20 possible
- Santa Claus Parade: Four bands and a duo from Bentwood Rocker confirmed
- Santa Claus Parade: Float decorating begins November 16, 2022, at 9:00 a.m.
- Light Up Brighton: Event to commence at 6:00 p.m. featuring hot chocolate and glow sticks
- Received correspondence regarding 2023 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards
Mock Council Meeting
The Mock Council meeting serves as an orientation session for the 2022-2026 term. Elected members will receive reports and presentations from various municipal departments to review operations and services.
- Clerks Department orientation report
- Economic Development and Communications overview
- Parks and Recreation Department orientation report
- Public Works and Infrastructure Department presentation
- Human Resources Department staff report
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application for 55 Hillview Road to permit a new dwelling with a 68-metre setback from livestock facilities. This follows a previous deferral where members requested further review of setbacks and options for the existing house.
- Minor variance for 55 Hillview Road to reduce MDS I setback from 174m to 68m
- Proposed construction of a new single detached dwelling
- Staff recommendation to approve the variance subject to specific conditions
- Requirement for a Grading and Drainage Plan and a Tree Conservation Plan
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Brighton is considering a draft report from KPMG LLP regarding an organizational culture review. The report outlines a 'Culture Journey' intended to improve service excellence, employee engagement, and relationships with residents.
- Review of KPMG Organizational Culture Review - Final Report - Draft
- Discussion of the 'Brighton Culture Journey' operating principles
- Proposed shift from 'good' to 'great' workplace culture themes
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee will hold a hearing regarding an appeal by Barbara Manion. The meeting includes a municipal presentation of the case and an appellant presentation.
- Appeal hearing: Barbara Manion, 22 Price Street West, Brighton
Police Services Board Special Meeting
The Brighton Police Services Board is discussing a request from the Northumberland OPP to release $550 in found currency. The finder has indicated they intend to donate the funds to the East Northumberland Secondary School breakfast program.
- Request to return $550.00 in Canadian currency to a property finder
Police Services Board
The Police Services Board is reviewing monthly reports from the Ontario Provincial Police covering June to August 2022. The meeting includes discussions on police advisor zone assignments and updates on local crime and collision data.
- Review of June to August 2022 OPP reports
- Discussion of Police Services Advisor Zone Assignments
- Review of motor vehicle collision data, including 5 fatal incidents in the detachment area year-to-date
- Review of crime statistics, including 2 sexual assault incidents reported June to August
- Review of property crime data, including 3 break and enter incidents
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two minor variance applications. One involves a setback reduction for a new dwelling at 55 Hillview Road, and the other concerns a reduced rear yard setback for a sunroom at 131 Mills Road.
- A02-2022: Request to reduce MDS I setback from 128m to 115m at 55 Hillview Road
- A03-2022: Request for a reduced rear yard setback at 131 Mills Road for a new enclosed sunroom
- A02-2022: Proposed construction of a new 200.20 sq. m. single detached dwelling
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee will discuss road maintenance including resurfacing, ditching, and bushing. The meeting also includes discussions on the Telephone Road repair timeline and the status of Ontario beef production.
- Road work, resurfacing, ditching, and bushing discussion
- Telephone Road repair timeline discussion
- Discussion regarding disappearance of farmland
- Discussion regarding Ontario beef production
- 2022 Rural Advisory budget discussion
Applefest Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to conduct a wrap-up of Applefest activities and discuss the proposed 2023 budget. The agenda includes reports from directors regarding the Children's Village, entertainment, parade, car show, and bike ride.
- Discussion of the proposed 2023 budget
- Report on Children's Village including a $500.00 photographer expense
- Entertainment spending update totaling $7,250.00
- Parade updates including 4 confirmed bands
- Car Show site meeting updates regarding construction at school grounds
Council Meeting
The Council will consider amending the speed limit on Bayshore Road and adding a 4-way stop at Baldwin and Queen Streets. Other items include a request for $1,000 for the Stockings for Seniors program and recommendations from the Tornado Task Force.
- Proposed speed limit reduction on Bayshore Road from 40 km/hr to 30 km/hr
- Proposed 4-way stop control at Baldwin Street and Queen Street
- Potential $1,000 financial support for the Stockings for Seniors program
- Proposed $5,000 budget for a 1973 Tornado commemoration event
- Request to proclaim October 1st as National Seniors Day
Applefest Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing progress for the upcoming Applefest event. Discussions include confirmed entertainment schedules, parade band bookings, and budget updates for various activities.
- Entertainment in the Park spending totaling $7,250.00
- Parade band bookings totaling $3,150.00
- Open Mic Sunday hosting and registration updates ($600.00)
- Children's Village budget update with $772.00 remaining
- Street Fair registration of 186 spaces
Community Events Advisory Committee
The Community Events & Civic Awards Advisory Committee will review the 2023 budget proposal. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Concerts in the Park, Movies in the Park, and preparations for the Santa Claus Parade.
- Review of the 2023 Proposed Budget
- Review of Concerts in the Park
- Review of Movies in the Park
- Preparations for the Santa Claus Parade
- Volunteer request for Applefest on September 24, 2022
Council PLANNING Meeting
The Council is reviewing a presentation on the Secondary Plan for greenfield areas and considering the adoption of Community Improvement Plan policies. Other items include a request to close a municipal road allowance and a pre-servicing agreement for Applewood Meadows Phase 3.
- Presentation on Secondary Plan land use and development for greenfield areas
- Proposal to declare surplus and sell a road allowance between Lots 35 and 36, Concession C
- Pre-servicing agreement for Applewood Meadows Phase 3 (8597685 Canada Inc.)
- Adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 10 for Community Improvement Plan policies
- Official Plan Amendment to support brownfields, affordable housing, and revitalization
Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee will review the 2022 Heritage Advisory Committee budget and discuss heritage designations. Members will also address outstanding items regarding the Smithfield Plaque and walking tour pamphlets.
- Review of 2022 Heritage Advisory Committee budget totaling $11,398
- Discussion of heritage designations
- Update on Smithfield Plaque
- Update on walking tour pamphlets
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee met to approve the 2023 budget and move forward with Universal Design Standards. Members also discussed municipal renovations, bus stop accessibility, and potential barriers at local events.
- Approval of the 2023 budget without changes
- Agreement to move forward with Universal Design Standards
- Decision to install benches at Quinte Transit bus stops
- Discussion of accessible door button installations and engineering requirements
- Review of the Inclusive Playgrounds Playbook
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The committee received updates from the Manager of Economic Development, the DBIA, and the Chamber of Commerce. Members also discussed the 2023 budget proposal and the upcoming application process for the 2022-2026 committee term.
- Municipal, DBIA, and Chamber of Commerce updates received for information
- Discussion of 2023 Budget Proposal
- Notice of upcoming committee term applications in mid-December
Council Meeting
The Council will review a 17% increase to non-residential development charges and a request to revise a development agreement for Lambton and Price Streets. The meeting also includes discussions on advertising for MADD and motions regarding healthcare access for military personnel.
- 17.0% increase to Schedule 'C' of By-Law 089-2019 for development charges
- Proposed revision to development agreement for Lambton and Price Streets
- $299.00 advertising request for MADD Message Yearbook
- Motion to endorse changes to Ontario Healthcare Connect rules for military personnel
- Motion to modernize municipal transactions with online systems and credit card payments
Council PLANNING Meeting
The Brighton Council Planning Meeting includes decisions on several land use applications, including rezoning for residential and commercial use. Council will also discuss a new Community Improvement Plan to support brownfields, affordable housing, and downtown revitalization.
- Rezoning and consent applications for 356 Whites Road (Cecil and Laurel McQuoid)
- Official Plan Amendment for Community Improvement Plan (CIP) policies
- Approval of Applewood Meadows Phase 3 & 4 subdivision and rezoning
- Rezoning and consent for 85, 95, and 97 Ontario Street
- Rezoning and consent for 314 Whites Road (Andrew Hunt) including $1,500 parkland fee
Council Meeting
The Council will review staff reports regarding 4-way stop warrants at several intersections and receive the 2022 Second Quarter Financial Report. Members will also consider notices of motion regarding healthcare access for military personnel and the modernization of municipal payment systems.
- Staff report on 4-way stop warrants at Baldwin St./Queen St., Baldwin St./Elgin St., and Ontario St./Raglan St.
- Notice of Motion to endorse Ontario Government changes to Healthcare Connect for military personnel.
- Notice of Motion to modernize municipal transactions and accept alternative payments like credit cards.
- Request from Brighton Digital Archives for a $3,900.00 budget increase for website and digitization services.
- Acquisition of 30 Scott X3 pro Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for the Fire Department.
Applefest Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing progress for various Applefest activities including the Children's Village, the Lighthouse Bicycle Ride, and the Car Show. Members are also tracking the current event budget and coordinating logistics for upcoming programming.
- Children's Village budget shows $8,228.00 in current spend with $772.00 remaining
- Lighthouse Bicycle Ride has 20 entries recorded to date
- Proposed photographer cost estimated between $800.00 and $1,000.00
- Request for a Free Style Snowmobile event was deferred to January 2023
Community Events Advisory Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Advisory Committee will review recent Canada Day celebrations and provide updates on upcoming community initiatives. Discussion items include the Movies in the Park series and planning for the Santa Claus Parade.
- Review of Canada Day celebrations
- Update on Movies in the Park
- Planning for Queen's Jubilee tree planting
- Santa Claus Parade date and sub-committee discussion
- Santa Claus Parade costing from OPP