Central Huron public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council is reviewing several major items including the 2024 insurance renewal and updated municipal fees. The meeting includes discussions on drainage improvements, road maintenance contracts, and a potential lease for the Bluewater Youth Centre.
- Harding Municipal Drain Improvement 2023 tender award to JLH Excavating Inc. for $175,020.40
- 2024 insurance renewal proposal from Marsh Canada Limited for $470,118
- 2024 dust control contract renewal with Pollard Distribution Inc. for an estimated $84,300.00
- 2024 grass cutting contract renewal with Vandriel Excavating Inc. for $106,000.00
- Adoption of By-Law 84-2023 regarding 2024 fees and charges
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will consider approving the 2024 Business Improvement Area (BIA) budget and a new Video Surveillance Policy. The meeting also includes departmental reports from Roads, Facilities, and Water & Sewer.
- Approval of 2024 BIA Budget
- Approval of GE 402 – Video Surveillance Policy
- Roads Department monthly report
- Facilities Department monthly report
- Water & Sewer Department monthly report
Strategic Planning
The Council is reviewing a municipal service level report to identify potential operational cost reductions before budget discussions. Additionally, staff proposed creating an annual award for local youth aged 13-16. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding land acquisition and a lease update.
- Service Level Review presentation by CAO Steve Doherty
- Proposal to create the 'Annual Outstanding Central Huron Youth Award'
- By-Law 72-2023 to authorize the sale of Industrial Lot 1 Huron Road Concession to Black and MacDonald Inc.
- Closed session regarding Bluewater Youth Centre potential lease update
- Discussion of potential service reductions in Bylaw Enforcement, Dog Catching, and Facilities
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will hear a presentation from the Huron County Project Group regarding improvements to the Holmesville Cemetery and requests to rename local roads. The meeting also includes a report on additional asphalt patch work and a proposed agreement for a new drain on McIlwain Line.
- Presentation by Huron County Project Group regarding Holmesville Cemetery and road name changes
- Maitland Valley Conservation Authority presentation
- Proposed $18,400.00 contract with Lavis Contracting Co. for additional asphalt patch work
- By-Law 70-2023 regarding a 4” drain installation on McIlwain Line with Perfect Landing Inc.
- Maitland Valley Conservation Authority August 2023 Update Report
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The committee will discuss various community enhancement projects including murals, signage, and street furniture. Members will also review potential 2024 host community opportunities with EDCO and discuss upcoming conference costs.
- Update on murals, illumination strategy, signage, and benches
- Discussion of EDCO opportunity as a host community in 2024
- Review of next steps from the Roger Brooks presentation
- Potential budget ideas and projects for 2023
- Review of promotional materials and advertisements from other counties
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will consider a zoning amendment for Melena Drive to allow reduced setbacks and review an engineer's report for the Harding Municipal Drain. Additionally, the Council will receive a Housing Affordability Task Force recommendation report and consider a contract for compost site wood grinding.
- Zoning amendment Z06-2023 for 77549 Melena Drive to change zoning to LR1-3
- Harding Municipal Drain Improvement 2023 Engineer's Report review
- Housing Affordability Task Force Recommendation Report
- Gerrits Municipal Drain petition examination appointment
- Partial award of $44,957.56 to Sittler Grinding Inc. for compost site wood grinding
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will consider an engineer's report for the Kelly Municipal Drain improvement project and a two-year contract renewal with the Ontario Provincial Police. The meeting also includes discussions on Business Improvement Area appointments and consent applications for land in West Ward.
- Kelly Municipal Drain Improvement 2023 report with $172,910.00 in total estimated assessments
- Two-year Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) contract renewal from December 30, 2023, to December 31, 2025
- Consent applications C038-2023 and C039-2023 for four lots at Parr Line, Holmesville
- Appointment of Business Improvement Area (BIA) members for the 2023-2026 term
- Appointment of Headway Engineering to examine the Dykstra Municipal Drain petition
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Council is considering a zoning amendment to create six residential lots and a stormwater pond on Kitchigami Road. Additionally, the meeting includes awards for a parking study and new accounts payable automation software.
- Zoning amendment Z05-2023 to rezone Kitchigami Road lands to Lakeshore Residential and Open Space
- Award of $24,400 to R.J. Burnside for a Parking Study RFP
- Award of $30,400 to Ricoh Canada for Laserfiche accounts payable software
- Request by Bill Steenstra to reconsider lot creation on Concession 11 (Parr Line)
- Public hearing regarding Zoning By-law Application Z05-2023
Special Council
The Special Council meeting is scheduled to include a closed session for the education or training of members. This session is specifically regarding the Council Roads Tour.
- Closed session for member education or training regarding the Council Roads Tour
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning amendment for the Storey Subdivision on Parr Line. The proposal seeks to rezone portions of the property to facilitate new residential lot development. Additionally, Council will review several reports regarding cemetery fees, land divestment, and grant applications.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z04-2023 (Steenstra) for residential development on Parr Line
- Façade Grant application for Simply Divine Essentials & former Marita’s Fashion Boutique for $3,326.26
- Proposed amendment to Cemetery Fee By-law 24-13
- Allocation of $5,000 from small projects to the Harvest Fest Budget
- Divestment of unopened road allowance at Cemetery Line
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Council will consider several contract awards for facility assessments and pool design. They will also review requests to close roads for the 2023 Santa Claus Parade and Remembrance Day services.
- Award of $52,700 for Facilities Assessment RFP-F02-2023
- Award of $52,700 for Pool Design RFP-F03-2023
- Road closure request for 2023 Santa Claus Parade on December 1
- Road closure request for 2023 Remembrance Day Service on November 11
- Contract award of $10,535 to Artech Signs & Graphics for mural printing/installation
Special Council
Central Huron Council will consider applying for the federal Housing Accelerator Fund to support local development and infrastructure. The meeting also includes a discussion on supporting Oxford County's resolutions regarding the homelessness and opioid crisis.
- Housing Accelerator Fund application for community initiatives
- Oxford County homelessness and opioid crisis support resolution
- Bluewater Youth Centre project update (Closed Session)
- Fluidyne legal case update (Closed Session)
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council will consider several by-laws, including new water and sewer rates effective August 1, 2023. The meeting includes decisions on a five-year YMCA agreement and a $455,788.00 drainage project tender. Additionally, staff will discuss a $25,000 downtown parking study and temporary road closures for Harvest Fest.
- Tender award to Robinson Farm Drainage Limited for $455,788.00 for Dodds Drain Branch 1
- Renewal of YMCA agreement for the Community Complex fitness centre for a five-year term
- Adoption of By-law 45-2023 for new Municipal Water and Sewer Rates
- Proposed $25,000 budget for a downtown Clinton parking study
- Approval of an RFP for a fire apparatus estimated at $650,000 for 2026
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The Destination Central Huron Team is reviewing a formal report regarding a proposed Neighbourhood Program. The committee is also reviewing the minutes from the May 30, 2023, meeting.
- Formal Report - Neighbourhood Program
- Review of May 30, 2023, draft minutes
- Verbal discussion regarding OBIAA Conference
- Verbal discussion regarding Rogers Brooks Presentation
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Council is reviewing a proposal to use Fire Marque Inc. for fire department cost recovery through insurance billing. Additionally, staff requested approval to hire a full-time building inspector and an additional water and sewer operator.
- Presentation by Fire Marque Inc. regarding billing services
- Minor variance application for 41487 Londesborough Rd to reduce front yard setback from 17m to 8m
- Award of $26,125 to Gallagher Benefit Services for compensation review
- Proposed $355.00 fee waiver for Huron Perth Multicultural Event at Libro Hall
- Request to hire an additional Water and Sewer Operator at an estimated $88,000 annual cost
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Council is reviewing several formal reports, including a sidewalk construction contract and an early renewal for election management services. Other items include a $3,000 façade grant application and a request for speed reductions on local roads.
- Awarding sidewalk contract CH-2023-05 to Mike Eagleson Construction Services Inc for $114,608.80
- Early renewal of VoterView election management services with DataFix
- Approval of a $3,000 façade grant for Allure Skin Studio and Medical Aesthetics Inc
- Approval of a 3-year IT off-site backup subscription for approximately $19,620.00
- Discussion regarding speed reductions on Jowett’s Grove Road and Old River Road
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The Destination Central Huron Team is reviewing proposals for parkette furniture in Holmesville and Balls Bridge. The committee is also considering a new neighbourhood program for lending equipment and discussing signage installation locations.
- Proposed purchase of parkette furniture for Holmesville and Balls Bridge for $3,155 or $3,730
- Proposal for a Neighbourhood Program involving equipment lending
- Discussion of signage installation locations across the municipality
- Verbal discussion regarding the OBIAA Conference
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Council is reviewing several major expenditures including IT hardware replacements, road maintenance tenders, and a drainage project. They are also considering a cost-sharing agreement with the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority and a land purchase at 13-15 Albert Street.
- Tender award to Van Bree Drainage and Bulldozing Ltd. for $535,106.70 for Gross Municipal Drain 2023
- Lavis Contracting Co. Limited contract for $601,783.20 for milling and hot mix
- IT upgrades including firewall ($42,679.91), network switches ($30,561.12), and server/SAN replacement ($90,103.77)
- Approval for staff to purchase a used excavator and trailer up to $170,000.00
- Transfer of $5,891 from facilities reserve for Lawn Bowling Clubhouse painting
Strategic Planning
The Central Huron Council is meeting to discuss strategic planning items, including budget reviews and infrastructure financing. Key discussions involve borrowing funds for a new utility center and exploring development charges and pool replacement options.
- By-law 32-2023 to authorize $1,466,740 in debentures for the Utilities Work Centre construction
- Review of the $40,000 Façade Grant and $35,000 Donation Fund annual budgets
- Request for quotes to establish Development Charges within Central Huron
- RFP preparation for pool replacement or a smaller $35,000 pool construction
- Discussion regarding a generator for the Central Huron Community Centre
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council is considering several policy updates and financial allocations, including $35,000 for donation funds and $40,000 for façade grants. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a minor variance at 7 & 8 North Street and a proposal to purchase a new snow plow.
- Minor variance application for 7 & 8 North Street (Postma)
- $35,000 allocation for 2023 Central Huron Donation Fund
- $40,000 allocation for 2023 Façade Grant Program
- Purchase of a new tandem snow plow for $358,455.00
- By-law 27-2023 to appoint Municipal By-Law Enforcement Officers
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The Destination Central Huron Team is reviewing the 2023 project budget and several formal reports. Key discussions include approving a wayfinding signage plan, a visitor's guide, and a skateboard repair station purchase.
- Review and approval of the 2023 Project Budget
- Approval of 2023 Visitor’s Guide and brochure for $6,300
- Approval of Wayfinding Signage Plan and up to $23,000 for multi-blade and single style signs
- Approval of 2023 Skateboard Repair Station purchase
- Public hearing/discussion regarding the 2023 Project Budget
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council is adopting the 2023 Operating and Capital Budget with a municipal levy of $3,009,098. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for a mineral aggregate operation at 39556 Londesboro Road.
- Approval of 2023 Operating Capital Budget with $9,015,329 in total expenditures
- Rezoning of 39556 Londesboro Road from General Agricultural to Extractive Resources
- Allocation of $10,440.00 for asphalt pathways at County Road 4 and County Road 25
- Awarding of $36,229.42 contract to Fortress Fencing Inc. for Londesborough Ball Diamond fencing
- Appointment of a Fire Chief via By-law 24-2023
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Council is reviewing an engineer's report for the Gross Municipal Drain 2023 project to increase drainage capacity. They are also holding public hearings for two zoning amendments regarding residential use and a motor vehicle sales establishment.
- Gross Municipal Drain 2023: $951,000 in total estimated assessments
- Zoning Amendment Z01-2023: Rezoning 41590-41596 Summerhill Rd from Community Facility to Residential Low Density
- Zoning Amendment Z02-2023: Rezoning 35272 Cut Line Rd to permit a used motor vehicle sales home industry
- Court of Revision for Gross Municipal Drain scheduled for April 24, 2023
Budget Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2023 Draft Consolidated Budget, which proposes an 8.79% tax rate impact. Discussions include a road reconstruction contract, a utilities loan, and a proposal to freeze council pay increases.
- Proposed 8.79% tax rate impact for the 2023 Draft Consolidated Budget
- Awarding the Isaac Street Reconstruction contract to Birnam Excavating Ltd for $2,265,916.76 excluding HST
- Proposed 10-year debenture of $1,466,740 for the Utilities Work Centre Loan
- Proposal to set the 2023 Council remuneration increase at 0%
- Delegation regarding 12 King Street Parking
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will consider support for Carlsun Energy's clean power project at the former Bluewater Youth Centre. The meeting also includes decisions on road maintenance, tree maintenance contracts, and a minor variance for a mixed-use building in Clinton.
- Minor variance for 14 Albert Street to allow third-story dwellings and reduced setbacks
- Support for Carlsun Energy Solutions' 120 MW clean power project at 79475 Bluewater Highway
- Road closure and event declaration for PlucKinFest 2023 on King Street, July 7
- Maintenance gravel contract award to Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd for $237,750.00
- Tree maintenance contracts totaling $44,325.00 awarded to Arbor-Aide and Tree Tech
Budget Meeting
The Central Huron Council will meet to receive a formal report regarding the 2023 Draft Consolidated Budget. The meeting also includes the reading of Bylaw 17-2023 to confirm the proceedings of the Council.
- Formal Report - 2023 Draft Consolidated Budget
- Bylaw 17-2023 Confirmatory Bylaw
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council is considering two consent applications for land use and a petition to appoint an engineer for the Gerrits Municipal Drain. The meeting also includes monthly departmental reports and review of items from the previous budget meeting.
- Appointment of RJ Burnside & Associates Limited to examine Gerrits Municipal Drain Section 4 Petition
- Consent Application C14-2023 Claussen
- Consent Application C02-2023 Corfield regarding lands at Concession 2, Goderich Township
- Roads Department monthly report including Isaac Street reconstruction project update
- Review of February 13, 2023 Budget Meeting draft minutes
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council is reviewing a five-year YMCA agreement renewal and considering a delay for the VLA Pathway project. The meeting also includes discussions on a mural project and land exemptions.
- Five-year YMCA agreement renewal effective retroactively to April 1, 2022
- Deferral of VLA Pathway project until MTO completes Highway 8 reconstruction in 2025/2026
- By-law 14-2023 regarding Part Lot Control exemption for 360 Matilda Street
- By-law 6-2023 for Dodd Drain Branch 1 drainage works
- Public delegation regarding water billing and access to water services
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The committee is discussing various tourism initiatives including outdoor equipment, signage, and promotional videos. Members are also reviewing ideas from a presentation by Roger Brooks and discussing the development of a visitors guide.
- Discussion of outdoor equipment estimates
- Review of town signage locations and potential MTO/County consultation
- Discussion of 360 video and promotional video projects
- Review of ideas from Roger Brooks presentation
- Discussion of Sip and Savour event and Visitors Guide
Budget Meeting
The Council is reviewing various draft operating budgets for the 2023 fiscal year. Discussions include proposed spending for planning, drainage, economic development, and community improvement departments.
- 2023 Draft Planning, Drainage, Economic Development and Community Improvement Operating Budget
- 2023 Draft Cemetery Operating Budget
- 2023 Draft Building Operating Budget
- 2023 Draft Recreation and Facilities and Crossing Guards Operating Budget
- 2023 Draft Street Lights Operating Budget
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council is reviewing a zoning amendment for 278 and 286 Bayfield Road to allow a septic system and reduced setbacks for a repair shop addition. The meeting also includes discussions on drainage issues on Fullerview Drive and the establishment of an oversight committee for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z10-2022 for 278 & 286 Bayfield Rd
- Establishment of Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Oversight Committee
- Public delegation regarding drainage issues on Fullerview Drive
- Proposed $20 gift cards for 23 Huron Perth Public Health staff
- Consent application C109-2022 (Whyte)
Budget Meeting
The Council is meeting to review various draft operating budgets for 2023, including fire, roads, and utilities. They are also receiving a final Community Risk Assessment report from The Loomex Group regarding fire protection services.
- Review of 2023 Fire, Emergency Measures, Goderich Fire, and North Huron Fire draft budgets
- Review of 2023 Roads, Roads Sheds, and Environment draft operating budgets
- Review of 2023 Water, Sewer, and Waste Water draft operating budgets
- Presentation of the Loomex Group Community Risk Assessment Overview
- Review of Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board and Mid-Huron Recycle Centre approved budgets
Budget Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2023 budget orientation and inflation-adjusted performance reports. They are also considering pre-approvals for $3,219,831 in capital projects and $594,631 in operating budget allocations. Additionally, the Council is discussing public engagement for the Clinton Pool.
- Isaac Street reconstruction: $2,694,885
- Mainstreet Holmesville Culvert (G45): $374,946
- Londesborough Ball Diamond Fence Replacement: $70,000
- Clinton Well #3 Maintenance: $45,000
- Proposed operating allocations for dust control, grass cutting, and gravel hauling
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will consider several financial by-laws, including a new fees and charges schedule and the 2023 interim tax by-law. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the Dodds Drain, Branch 1 engineering report and related by-law.
- Dodds Drain, Branch 1, 2023 Engineering Report presentation
- By-law 1-2023: Consolidated fees and charges review
- By-law 2-2023: 2023 Borrowing By-law
- By-law 3-2023: 2023 BIA Levy By-law
- By-law 4-2023: 2023 Interim Tax By-law