Fort Frances public meetings in 2021

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board is meeting to approve its agenda and previous minutes, and to receive an information report on the approved $170,000 Ontario CCTV Grant for downtown video surveillance. The board will also discuss standing items on provincial appointments and local police governance. No major decisions are on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Funding approved: $170,000 from Ontario CCTV Grant Program toward $340,000 downtown surveillance project
• Town authorized $340,000 unbudgeted capital expense, with $148,000 from Modernization Reserve Fund
• Approval of previous board minutes (Session no. 6, November 10, 2021)
• Discussion of provincial appointments to the Fort Frances Police Board
• Standing item on local police governance

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management will meet to elect a secretary, approve previous minutes, and discuss outstanding business including a budget review and membership fee. New business includes selecting a Senior Citizen of the Year, approving the facility for a liquor license, budget input, health symposiums, and snow removal. The agenda includes a detailed budget forecast and a manager's report.

• Budget review and membership fee (tabled from Nov 9 meeting)
• Senior Citizen of the Year selection
• Approval of facility for liquor license
• Budget input for 2022
• Snow removal discussion

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will vote on several by-laws, including new 2022 user fees, funding agreements with the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for airport and senior's centre projects, and a settlement with the Ministry of Environment over a drinking water licence. They will also consider a motion on the Fort Frances International Falls Bridge and receive correspondence on a municipal land transfer tax and a single-use plastic by-law. The meeting includes a closed session on litigation.

• By-law 66/21 to impose 2022 user fees
• NOHFC funding agreements for Airport (Project 7510005) and FF Senior's Centre Expansion (Project 7510009)
• By-law 65/21 agreement with County of Wellington re: My Story, My Tattoo
• By-law 67/21 extension with Township of Alberton for dog by-law enforcement
• Motion re: submission to Rainy River District Municipal Association on Fort Frances International Falls Bridge

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a public meeting on the 2022 budget and consider several recommendations, including selecting a location for a future splash pad, entering a contribution agreement for Sorting Gap Marina improvements, awarding a tender for a standby power system at the wastewater treatment plant, and amending the single-use plastics by-law to postpone enforcement for six months. The agenda also includes approving payments to the Integrity Commissioner, discussing a tax incentive zone, and tabling an Integrity Commissioner report about Mayor Caul to the January 10, 2022 council meeting.

• Public meeting on 2022 Budget
• Award Tender 2021-OF-17 to Prezio Electric for $299,000 plus HST for standby power at wastewater plant
• Enter contribution agreement with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for Sorting Gap Marina improvements
• Amend Single Use Plastics By-Law to postpone enforcement for 6 months
• Approve payment of $36,250.50 to Integrity Commissioner for invoices FF026 and FF027

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: an in-camera (closed) session to receive advice subject to solicitor-client privilege regarding litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, referred to as 'Agency One.' The public portion is limited to roll call, disclosure of interests, and any resolutions arising from the closed session. No other business is listed.

• In-camera discussion of solicitor-client privileged advice on litigation or potential litigation (Agency One)
• Meeting held via Microsoft Teams with phone dial-in option
• Public session resumes after closed session for any required resolutions

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider a splash pad development plan, a contribution agreement for Sorting Gap Marina improvements, and a tender for a standby power system at the wastewater treatment plant. They will also review energy conservation reports and public works statistics.

• Splash pad: recommend Council select a location, plan in 2022, consider design funds, seek grants, and call for a community group to lead development
• Sorting Gap Marina: enter contribution agreement with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for $376,995 (70.41% of project costs); town contributes $95,620, FedNor $124,994 (pending)
• Tender 2021-OF-17: award for installation of standby power system at Fort Frances Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Annual Energy Conservation and Demand Management Report (deferred from previous meeting)
• Operations stats for Public Works area for September and October 2021

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will review two items referred from Council: a request from Best for Kitty to use the Town of Fort Frances Animal Pound, which staff recommend not approving, and a request to postpone the single-use plastic ban, supported by a letter from NCDS. The committee will also receive the November by-law enforcement statistics report and hold an in-camera session on a land purchase.

• Best for Kitty request to use Animal Pound; staff recommend denial due to insurance, liability, and supervision concerns
• Dale Fortes and NCDS request postponement of single-use plastic bylaw scheduled for Jan 1, 2022, citing supply chain and cost issues
• November by-law stats: 103 calls for service, 2 parking tickets, 1 dog and 4 cats impounded
• In-camera session on proposed or pending land acquisition

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will consider a request from Boston Pizza's Dale Fortes to postpone the single-use plastic ban bylaw, citing pandemic-driven supply chain and cost challenges for local restaurants. The agenda also includes by-laws on tax arrears extension agreements and telephone/internet voting for the 2022 elections, plus several in-camera items on personnel and land matters.

• Correspondence from Dale Fortes (Boston Pizza) requesting postponement of Single Use Plastic Ban By-Law
• By-Law 62/21: Delegates authority to Treasurer for tax arrears extension agreements on residential properties
• By-Law 63/21: Authorizes telephone and internet voting for 2022 municipal and school board elections
• In-camera items: personnel matter, industrial land sale, land sale verbal update, land purchase, land-related legal matter

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider multiple 2022 user fee schedules (Planning, Community Services, Administration & Finance, Emergency Services, Operations & Facilities), water and sewer rates, a $6,064.97 grant to Riverside Health Care for Meals on Wheels, and agreements with the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for airport improvements and community enhancement. It will also hear a delegation from Best for Kitty requesting shared use of the animal facility, and receive a tax adjustment application for 1336 Colonization Road West.

• Tax adjustment under Section 357/358 for 1336 Colonization Road West, reducing 2021 taxes by $1,009.00
• Delegation from Best for Kitty requesting shared access to the animal facility on Fifth St. W. to house up to five cats
• 2022 user fees for Planning & Development, Community Services, Administration & Finance, Emergency Services, and Operations & Facilities (mostly 4% increase)
• Grant of $6,064.97 to Riverside Health Care Facilities for Meals on Wheels program
• Contribution agreement with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for Fort Frances Airport improvements

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider entering into a contribution agreement with the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for $148,500 in funding for Fort Frances Airport improvements, including roof, heating, flooring, gates, and parking work. The committee will also review the October 2021 drinking water summary, an annual energy conservation report, and a report on establishing 2022 water and sewer rates. Information items include wastewater treatment and airport statistics.

• Contribution agreement with Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for $148,500 for airport improvements
• October 2021 Drinking Water Systems Monthly Summary Report
• Annual Energy Conservation and Demand Management Report
• Report #1 - Establishing 2022 Water and Sewer Rates
• Fort Frances Wastewater Treatment Facility October 2021 Monthly Report

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will discuss and potentially recommend a preferred location for a new splash pad water park, considering 24 town-owned sites. They will also review and endorse a draft 2022 user fee schedule for planning and development services, which includes a 4% increase on most fees but holds some rates steady. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a verbal update on renaming Colonization Road to Phair Avenue Park.

• Splash pad location recommendation: 24 potential sites listed with considerations (e.g., Phair Avenue Rotary Park, West End/Legion Park, Former West End Rink site)
• Draft 2022 user fees: 4% increase on most planning/building fees; animal control fees rounded to nearest dollar; annual parking space rental held at $600; metered parking held at $1.25/hr
• Verbal update on renaming Colonization Road to Phair Avenue Park
• Approval of previous committee minutes (Session no 14, September 7, 2021)

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, receiving the OPP Detachment Commander's report, and setting the next meeting date. The agenda lists no new business, standing items, or in-camera sessions, so the meeting is largely procedural. The attached minutes from July 16, 2021, show prior actions including approving a CCTV grant application and discussing enforcement on Second Street.

• Approval of Session #5 minutes from July 16, 2021
• Detachment Commander's report (standing item)
• No new business or in-camera items listed
• Next meeting date to be determined

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management will discuss implementing a membership fee for use of the Fort Frances Senior Centre, considering pros and cons. They will also receive an update on the proposed name change, which council has defeated twice and cannot be revisited until after a new council is sworn in late 2022.

• Discussion on implementing a membership fee for the Fort Frances Senior Centre
• Update on name change from Sister Kennedy Centre to Fort Frances Senior Centre; council defeated motion twice
• Manager's report on operations, including COVID-19 compliance and volunteer hours

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will consider a petition signed by nearly 300 residents to build a municipal splash pad water park by 2023, referring it to committees for recommendation. Council will also vote on by-laws for a CCTV grant agreement and a head of municipality designation, and refer a councillor's memorandum about leaked privileged materials to the Integrity Commissioner. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports, plus in-camera sessions on contract negotiation, a board appointment, and a legal matter.

• Petition for outdoor splash pad water park, referred to Operations and Facilities Executive Committee
• By-Law 60/21: transfer payment agreement with Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General for CCTV Grant program
• By-Law 61/21: designate head of municipality for MFIPPA purposes
• Memorandum re: leaked privileged and confidential materials, referred to Integrity Commissioner
• In-camera items: contract negotiation, board appointment, legal matter

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several administrative and financial items, including tax adjustments, a CCTV grant agreement, a vaccine policy, and the voting method for the 2022 municipal election. A delegation from Best for Kitty will be referred to committee for a recommendation on using the town's animal facility for cat housing.

• Approve $170,000 Ontario CCTV Grant toward $340,000 downtown video surveillance upgrade, with $148,000 from Modernization Reserve
• Tax adjustment for 302 Williams Ave: $58.97 reduction (2021)
• Tax adjustment for 427 Mowat Ave: $516.50 reduction (2020)
• Approve Vaccination Policy as presented
• Decide voting method for 2022 municipal election

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will receive an informational update on the landfill expansion project and review proposed 2022 user fees and charges, which include a 4% increase with some exceptions. The committee will also consider endorsing the 2022 Cemetery Price List. The landfill update notes the consultant will begin engaging neighbouring communities and First Nations about a potential regional landfill model.

• Landfill expansion update: consultant Azmuth Environmental Consulting to engage neighbouring communities and First Nations on regional landfill model
• Proposed 2022 user fees and charges: 4% increase across most fees, with exceptions (e.g., environmental fee stays $5.00, landfill minimum stays $18.00)
• Forecasted revenue increase from fee changes: $35,377.18 total
• Cemetery Price List proposed with 4% increase, effective January 1, 2022
• Water and sewer fees to be reviewed before end of 2021

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council is meeting to approve several contracts and agreements, including a flooring project at the Memorial Sports Centre, a new plow/sand truck, a parks tractor, and a transfer payment agreement for COVID-related infrastructure funding. The agenda also includes a proclamation request for Woman Abuse Awareness Month and a resolution to attend a virtual conference.

• By-law 55/21: Agreement with Tom Jones Corporation for Memorial Sports Centre tile flooring (Tender 21-OF-15)
• By-law 56/21: Agreement with Thunder Bay Truck Centre for one new Plow/U-Body Sand Truck (Tender 21-OF-14)
• By-law 57/21: Transfer payment agreement with Ontario for Investing in Canada Infrastructure Fund COVID Stream
• By-law 58/21: Purchase of one Municipal Parks Tractor with attachment from Holder Tractors Incorporated
• By-law 59/21: Appointment of Gabrielle Lecuyer as Municipal Clerk

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear an Integrity Commissioner's report on a code of conduct complaint against Councillor Doug Judson over social media posts about renaming Colonization Road. Council will also consider several routine items, including a community safety plan, user fee changes, and a winter control policy update.

• Integrity Commissioner report on complaint against Councillor Judson
• Community Safety and Well-Being Plan presented by RRDSSAB
• User fee bylaw addition for proof of vaccination screening at Townshend Theatre
• CPI increase of 4.0% for 2022 user fees
• Agreement with Honeywell Process Solutions

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee is deciding whether to enter into a Master Field Sense Agreement with Honeywell Process Solutions for software licensing related to a water meter reading device purchased in 2020. The committee will also review and update the Winter Control Policy and the Winter Control Parking Ban. The agenda includes routine information items such as monthly operations statistics and the wastewater treatment facility report.

• Enter into Master Field Sense Agreement with Honeywell Process Solutions for water meter software licensing
• Update of the Winter Control Policy
• 2021 Review of the Winter Control Parking Ban
• Operations statistics for June, July, and August 2021
• Fort Frances Wastewater Treatment Facility September 2021 Monthly Report

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several consent agenda items, including renewing municipal insurance with Intact Insurance for $269,298 plus taxes, awarding tenders for a new plow/sand truck, parks tractor, and Memorial Sports Centre tile flooring, and approving a vaccine proof grace period and medical exemption. They will also discuss verbal updates on the Mill Project and capital projects, and consider applications for the 2022/2023 Connecting Link program for road reconstructions.

• Renew municipal insurance with Intact Insurance for $269,298 plus taxes (Nov 1, 2021–Nov 1, 2022)
• Award tender 21-OF-15 to Tom Jones Corporation for Memorial Sports Centre tile flooring at $98,912.50
• Award tender 21-OF-14 to Thunder Bay Truck Centre for a plow/U-body sand truck at $312,397.91
• Award tender 21-OF-12 to Holder Tractors Incorporated for a municipal parks tractor at $212,728.13
• Approve vaccine proof grace period and medical exemption for Memorial Sports Centre users

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management is meeting to discuss a proposed expansion of the Fort Frances Senior Centre. The board will review the manager's report and hold a preliminary discussion on the expansion's scope, which will inform a future tender. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Expansion plan discussion for Fort Frances Senior Centre
• Manager's report on centre activities and classes
• Approval of July 13, 2021 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for November 9, 2021

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will consider a request from Riverside Health Care for $5,500 to continue the Meals on Wheels program, and will review a request to reconsider the renaming of the Fort Frances Senior Centre. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and information items, such as a prescribed burn notice and a service award for a staff member.

• Riverside Health Care requests $5,500 for Meals on Wheels second-half 2021 funding
• Request for reconsideration of renaming Fort Frances Senior Centre
• Patrick Briere awarded 15-year Municipal Law Enforcement Long Service Medal
• Prescribed burn planned in Boundary Waters Forest between Oct 22, 2021 and Feb 15, 2022
• Approval of minutes from Council and Committee of the Whole meetings

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider awarding tenders for new tile flooring at the Memorial Sports Centre and a new plow/sand truck, plus applications for Connecting Link road funding. They will also review drinking water and wastewater reports and adopt a harmful algae bloom monitoring procedure.

• Award Tender 21-OF-15 to Tom Jones Corporation for $98,912.50 for new tile flooring at the 52 Canadians Arena lobby
• Award Tender 21-OF-14 to Thunder Bay Truck Centre for $312,397.91 for a new plow/U-body sand truck
• Apply to 2022/2023 Connecting Link program for design of Scott Street from Reid Avenue to Armit Avenue ($85,000 estimated)
• Apply to 2022/2023 Connecting Link program for reconstruction of Kings Highway from Pit Road #2 to Oakwood Road ($2,126,151.71 estimated)
• Adopt a Harmful Algae Bloom Monitoring Procedure

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting for the Town of Fort Frances. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the substantive item being a closed (in-camera) session to discuss litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals and a pending civil matter affecting the municipality. No other business is listed for public discussion.

• Closed session under Section 2.1 for litigation or potential litigation, including administrative tribunal matters and a pending civil case

Regular Council Meeting

This is a regular council meeting with a consent agenda and several by-laws for approval. The most significant items are agreements for infrastructure funding from senior levels of government, including the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and the Regional Air Transportation Initiative. Council will also consider a resolution to attend a municipal association meeting and receive various correspondence.

• By-law 45/21: Approve agreement with Ontario for ICIP COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure funding for Colonization Road West sidewalk project
• By-law 51/21: Approve agreement with Ontario for ICIP Community Culture and Recreation Stream funding
• By-law 52/21: Approve contribution agreement with Canada for Regional Air Transportation Initiative funding
• By-law 47/21: Approve license agreement with 1930709 Ontario Inc. for food truck and temporary patio at Sorting Gap Marina
• By-law 50/21: Approve land lease with Alex & Gary Kontz at Fort Frances Municipal Airport

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider a consent agenda with several recommendations, including requiring full vaccination for entry into the Memorial Sports Centre and Senior Centre, declaring surplus assets for sale, and approving various contracts and funding agreements. The meeting also includes reports on drinking water, financial statements, and other operational updates.

• Proof of vaccination policy for Memorial Sports Centre and Senior Centre
• Surplus asset sale of 71 items including vehicles, docks, and equipment
• Internet service renewal with Tbaytel for $5,858 over 36 months
• Closing municipal offices Sept 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Funding agreements under Regional Air Transportation Initiative and Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider several items, including a request to extend the sidewalk along Kings Highway from First Street West to Webster Avenue, a proposal from the Fort Frances Library to plant a garden and trees on town property, and entering into funding agreements with federal and provincial governments for airport, recreation, and municipal modernization projects. The committee will also review monthly reports on drinking water and wastewater systems.

• Sidewalk extension along Kings Highway from First Street West to Webster Avenue, estimated cost $70,000, recommended for 2022 Capital Budget
• Library garden and tree planting on town property, with conditions including removal of trees if infrastructure work is needed
• Funding agreement with Canada under Regional Air Transportation Initiative
• Transfer payment agreement with Ontario for Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (Rec and Culture Stream)
• Transfer payment agreement with Ontario for Municipal Modernization Funding

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will discuss a report on 515, 523, and 525 Colonization Road East regarding water and sewer services. The recommendation is to either terminate the services installed for 515 at the main or register a service easement on 523's title, with costs borne by the property owner. The committee will also receive information on the Bear Wise program and a by-law statistics report.

• Discussion on re-addressing 515, 523 Colonization Road East and services
• Recommendation to terminate services or register easement for 523 Colonization Road East
• Costs for service options to be borne by property owner
• Information item: Bear Wise Program
• Information item: PDEC August By-Law Stats Report

Museum Advisory Committee

The Fort Frances Museum Advisory Committee is meeting to review the curator's report and discuss ongoing projects, including the Owandem, Hallett repairs, Mill Whistle, and Anchor. The committee will also consider recommendations for the Community Services Executive Committee, including a proposed contract for the 'My Story, My Tattoo' travelling exhibit.

• Mill Whistle: Deed of Gift form provided to Canadian National in June 2021; no movement as of August 17, 2021.
• Hallett Repairs: No update; to be budgeted in future years.
• Anchor: No update; sandblasting quote not yet received.
• Museum admissions increased: Students/Seniors $4.07, Adults $5.14, Family $15.36 (2021 fees).
• Proposed contract for 'My Story, My Tattoo' travelling exhibit: rental fee $690.90 plus HST, for May 4 – July 6, 2022.

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will vote on several by-laws, including site plan control agreements for developments, a watermain relining contract, and an employment agreement appointing Faisal Anwar as Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting also includes consent agenda items, minutes approvals, and in-camera sessions on legal and land matters.

• By-law 38/21: site plan control agreement with Ryan Lundy for a single-family home (8th Street East)
• By-law 39/21: repeal of by-law 37/20 (site plan agreement with Friesen Five Inc., 814 Scott Street)
• By-law 40/21: agreement with Stantec Consulting for Ice Plan Feasibility Study at Memorial Sports Centre (RFP 21-OF-03)
• By-law 41/21: agreement with FerPal Construction for Trenchless Watermain Relining (tender 21-OF-09)
• By-law 44/21: employment agreement appointing Faisal Anwar as Chief Administrative Officer

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear presentations on the 2020 consolidated financial statements and the Fort Frances Mill demolition, and to consider several tax adjustments and consent agenda items. Decisions include approving tax adjustments for properties under Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act, a $60,000 pledge to the Riverside Foundation for Health Care, and various operational agreements. The agenda also includes updates on capital projects, COVID-19, and a grant program recommendation from the Police Services Board.

• Presentation of 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements by BDO Canada
• Update on Fort Frances Mill Demolition by Canadian National Demolition
• Tax adjustment applications for 110 First St. E., 202 Second St. E., 814 Scott St., 319 First St. E., 515 Second St. W.
• Pledge $60,000 to Riverside Foundation for Health Care capital campaign
• New hangar lease for Alex and Gary Kontz at $1.90 per square meter for 750 sq. meter lot

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider several items, including resolving a servicing issue for properties on Colonization Road East, approving a sole-source upgrade to the Boundary Road Lift Station, and entering into a geospatial data sharing agreement for the former Resolute Mill site study. The committee will also review routine monthly reports on water, wastewater, and operations statistics.

• 515/523/525 Colonization Road East: decide whether to terminate services or register an easement, with costs borne by property owner
• Boundary Road Lift Station: upgrade control system to Delta-V by Lakeside Process Controls, quote $67,548, with $2,748 shortfall from Wastewater Treatment Plant budget
• Geospatial data share agreement with Scatliff + Miller + Murray, KGS Group, Compass Leadership; waive fees for data for Resolute Mill site planning study
• New service agreement with Automotive Materials Stewardship
• New hangar lease for Alex and Gary Kontz

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will review a letter from the Rainy Lake Gymnastics Academy requesting use of parking space in front of their building at 248 Scott Street for a drop-off and pick-up program. The committee will also receive the July by-law enforcement report and hold an in-camera session on a proposed land acquisition or disposition. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and routine items.

• Request from Rainy Lake Gymnastics Academy to use parking space at 248 Scott Street for Gym Ride N Roll drop-off program
• By-law enforcement July report: 175 calls for service, 0 parking tickets issued
• In-camera session on proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land; lane way matter

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board will consider applying for the Ontario CCTV Grant Program, which provides 50% funding up to $200,000 for expanding video surveillance in the downtown core. The board will also hear reports on recruitment, e-ticketing, and enforcement of semi trucks using Second Street, and receive the Detachment Commander's report.

• Application for Ontario CCTV Grant Program (50% funding up to $200,000) for downtown surveillance expansion
• Proposed budget scenarios: $248,260 (building servers) or $305,722 (buying servers) in capital costs
• Discussion of enforcement needed for semi trucks and local random trucks using Second Street
• Recruitment introduction and E-Ticket presentation
• Update on One Detachment One Board initiative

Special Council Meeting

This is a special virtual meeting of Fort Frances Council. The main item is an in-camera (closed) session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically an update on the Acting CAO. The public portion is limited to procedural items like call to order and adjournment.

• In-camera discussion of Acting CAO update
• Session No. 072
• Virtual meeting format

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management will meet to review reports on the centre's reopening, acoustical upgrades, and building expansion funding applications. The board will also consider a recommendation to create a bylaw officially renaming the Sister Kennedy Centre to the Fort Frances Senior Centre and to establish a memory wall for Sister Betty Kennedy.

• Reopening of the Fort Frances Senior Centre set for July 26, 2021 under stage 3 restrictions
• Acoustical panels have arrived and are awaiting installation
• Building expansion: NOHFC stage 2 application submitted; FedNor stage 1 successful, stage 2 in progress
• Recommendation to create a bylaw renaming the Sister Kennedy Centre to the Fort Frances Senior Centre
• Proposal to create a dedicated memory wall for Sister Betty Kennedy

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will consider approving a demolition services agreement with Canadian National Demolition for the Mowat Nursing Station at 420 Mowat Avenue. The agenda also includes a request to proclaim Bullying Elimination Week, a resolution supporting optometrists' call for OHIP funding, and routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.

• By-law 37/21 approving demolition agreement with Canadian National Demolition for Mowat Nursing Station (420 Mowat Avenue)
• Request to proclaim September 20-26, 2021 as Bullying Elimination Week
• Resolution supporting optometrists' call for provincial funding of OHIP-covered eye care
• Appointment to First Nations Relations Advisory Committee
• In-camera discussion on proposed land acquisition or disposition

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation from the Boundary Waters Forest Management Corp. responding to Mayor Caul's request for details on the Sustainable Forest Licence, including shareholders, wood allocations, and local economic benefits. Council will also consider a consent agenda covering development extensions, tenders, and other routine items.

• Delegation: Boundary Waters Forest Management Corp. report on Sustainable Forest Licence, wood allocations, and local economic impact
• Consent: Extension to develop at 843 Huffman Court (additional two building seasons)
• Consent: Award Tender 21-PD-10 for demolition of Mowat Nursing Station (420 Mowat Avenue) to Canadian National Demolition for $34,400 plus HST
• Consent: Award Tender 21-OF-11 for Memorial Sports Centre concrete works to Tom Jones Corporation for $151,000
• Operations: Award Tender 21-OF-09 for trenchless watermain relining to FerPal Construction Ltd. for $256,375 plus taxes

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider a request to relocate the truck route off Front Street, with staff recommending keeping Front Street as an alternate to Scott Street and accepting bypass study information as information only. The committee will also award a tender for concrete works at the Memorial Sports Centre, apply for airport improvement funding, and approve an emergency roof replacement.

• Award of Tender 21-OF-11 for Memorial Sports Centre Concrete Works
• Application for funding for airport improvements under Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Community Enhancement Fund
• Unbudgeted emergency replacement of Firehall Roof Top Unit
• Request to relocate truck route off Front Street; staff recommend keeping designation
• Bypass options along 8th Street estimated at $29.8M to $46.3M

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting for the Town of Fort Frances. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being an in-camera session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, and a recruitment matter. The council will then consider resolutions resulting from that closed session before adjourning.

• In-camera discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
• In-camera discussion of a recruitment matter

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will discuss a potential truck by-pass route, considering four options with different costs and impacts. They will also review a request to extend the building deadline for a home at 843 Huffman Court, and consider a tender award recommendation. The meeting includes routine approvals and information items.

• Request from V. Bhulasi to extend building season for 843 Huffman Court due to pandemic-related cost increases
• Discussion of four truck by-pass route options, including property acquisition and proximity to residential areas
• Tender No. 2021-PD-10 award recommendation
• Letter from L. Jenks regarding green space and recreation facilities
• Sunny Cove Hydro Easement Request and Phair Avenue Park Redevelopment as outstanding items

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting for the Town of Fort Frances, consisting almost entirely of an in-camera (closed) session. The closed session is authorized to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, and a recruitment matter. The public portion of the agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interests, and resumption of the public session.

• In-camera session on personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
• In-camera session on a recruitment matter

Regular Council Meeting

The Fort Frances Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including approving a license agreement for a temporary patio on Scott Street and a contract with Tom Jones Corporation awarded through a tender. They will also refer letters about green space and a building extension request to committees, and receive an update on the International Bridge.

• By-law 35/21: license agreement with 1930709 Ontario Inc. for a temporary patio along Scott Street
• By-law 36/21: agreement with Tom Jones Corporation awarded through tender process (21-OF-07)
• Letter from Dr. L. Jenks re: green space and recreation facilities, referred to Planning & Development Executive Committee
• Letter from V. Bhulasi, 843 Huffman Court, requesting extension to build, referred to Planning & Development Executive Committee
• Update on International Bridge

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear deputations from the Riverside Foundation for Health Care about its $1.5M capital campaign for new diagnostic imaging equipment, and from Crossroute Forest SFL. Council will also consider consent agenda items including fee waivers, a deposit return, summer programs, and investment management, plus operational updates on capital projects and COVID-19.

• Riverside Foundation requests $60,000 pledge over three years for $1.5M diagnostic imaging campaign
• Waive $57 building permit fee for FFCBC request
• Return SPCA deposit for 814 Scott Street
• Waive permit fees for Memorial Sports Centre renovations and Mowat Nursing Station demolition
• Approve $205 advertisement in Military Service Recognition Book

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting for the Town of Fort Frances. The agenda includes a closed-door (in-camera) session on a personal matter about an identifiable individual, specifically a recruitment matter involving municipal or local board employees. The public session will resume after the in-camera portion, but no other public business is listed.

• In-camera session on personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: recruitment matter

Museum Advisory Committee

The Fort Frances Museum Advisory Committee is meeting to review the curator's report and discuss museum operations. The report covers grant applications, exhibit schedules, collection deaccessioning, and facility maintenance. No formal recommendations or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Community Museums Operating Grant (CMOG) report due June 30, 2021
• Deaccessioning of duplicate, broken, or unprovenanced items projected complete by July 30, 2021
• Exhibit schedule: Nindinawemaganag: My Relations (June-Aug), Tony Sepers Art (Sept-Oct), Fort Frances Businesses (Nov-Feb), Fibre Arts (Mar-May 2022)
• Hallett repairs planned for 2022, not currently budgeted
• Anchor awaiting quote for sandblasting and painting

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting with a single substantive item: an in-camera (closed) session to discuss a personal matter about an identifiable individual, specifically a recruitment matter involving municipal or local board employees. The public portion is limited to procedural items like call to order and disclosure of pecuniary interests.

• In-camera discussion of recruitment matter for municipal or local board employees

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider requests referred from Council, including waiving a $57 building permit fee for the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship fencing event and a request from Newfort Developments to return a $75,000 deposit for the 814 Scott Street apartment project, which is delayed to 2022. The committee will also discuss waiving building/demolition permit fees for two town capital projects. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and routine items.

• Newfort Developments requests return of $75,000 deposit for 814 Scott Street 18-unit apartment project, delayed due to 25% cost increase and border restrictions
• FFCBC requests waiver of $57 building permit fee for temporary fencing at Sorting Gap Marina parking area, July 19-25
• Town seeks waiver of building/demolition permit fees for Memorial Sports Centre renovations and Mowat Nursing Station demolition
• Potential conditions for deposit return include de-registering site plan agreement, rescinding by-law, and reimbursing $7,471.98 from Community Improvement Plan

Committee of Adjustment

The Fort Frances Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to decide on three applications: a consent to sever land at 1009 Fifth Street East to add to 820 Shevlin Avenue, and minor variances at 550 Osborne Street and 110 Victoria Avenue. The agenda includes minutes from the previous meeting and reports from the municipal planner.

• Consent application A8-2021 to sever ~24m x 15m from 1009 Fifth Street East for lot addition to 820 Shevlin Avenue
• Minor variance application A9-2021 at 550 Osborne Street
• Minor variance application A10-2021 at 110 Victoria Avenue
• Approval of May 19, 2021 minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will consider several by-laws approving agreements for marina leasing, consulting services, land sale, environmental assessments, airport lease renewal, data sharing, and a tender award. It will also refer public requests (Pride flag, truck route, day camp, fencing) to committees and discuss a resolution on the Fort-Falls International Bridge. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.

• By-law 23/21-A: lease agreement at Sorting Gap Marina
• By-law 28/21: Professional Consulting Services Agreement with Computational Hydraulics
• By-law 29/21: land sale agreement with Revco Carpet Centre Ltd.
• By-law 30/21: environmental services agreement with KGS Group for Shevlin Woodyard
• By-law 34/21: agreement with Tom Jones Corporation via tender 21-OF-06

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing consent agenda items including contract awards, a by-law rewrite, and several operational decisions. Notable actions include awarding a $459,200 HVAC tender and a feasibility study for ice plant consolidation, plus a $492,624 standby generator purchase.

• Award Tender 21-OF-07 to Tom Jones Corporation for HVAC upgrades at Memorial Sports Centre, $459,200 including $30,000 contingency
• Award RFP 21-OF-03 to Stantec for ice plant consolidation feasibility study
• Purchase standby generator for Wastewater Treatment Plant from Toromont CAT, $492,624.00
• Contribute $650.00 to Vet Assistance Trust Fund
• Rewrite Notice By-law 64/02 to meet current legislation

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

The Town of Fort Frances Committee of the Whole is holding a special meeting, with the main item being an in-camera (closed) discussion about a recruitment matter involving identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board employees. The public session will resume after the closed portion, and the meeting is expected to adjourn afterward. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• In-camera discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: recruitment matter

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee June 9, 2021

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider awarding a $459,200 HVAC upgrade tender and a feasibility study for ice plant consolidation at the Memorial Sports Centre, along with a water service request for a commercial property and several operational reports.

• Award Tender 21-OF-07 to Tom Jones Corporation for HVAC upgrades at Memorial Sports Centre, $459,200 including $30,000 contingency
• Award RFP 21-OF-03 to Stantec for ice plant consolidation feasibility study at Memorial Sports Centre
• Request for water service to 11 Highway 11, with property owner covering all costs
• Sewer rooting reimbursement requests
• Purchase of standby generator for wastewater treatment plant

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

The Town of Fort Frances Committee of the Whole is holding a special meeting on June 9, 2021. The agenda consists of a closed (in-camera) session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, and a recruitment matter. The public session will resume only to adjourn, with the next meeting scheduled for June 11, 2021.

• In-camera session on personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
• In-camera session on a recruitment matter
• Next meeting date set for June 11, 2021

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management is meeting to discuss the centre's reopening under Ontario's COVID-19 roadmap, acoustical upgrades, and a potential name change. The centre remains closed, with reopening expected under Step 3 of the provincial plan, possibly late July or early August. The board will also review reports on building expansion and the centre's Facebook page.

• Acoustical upgrade: measurements complete, seeking three quotes per procurement policy, installation targeted for September
• Reopening: centre closed; expected to open under Step 3 of Ontario's reopening plan, possibly late July or early August
• Name change: item on agenda for discussion
• Building expansion update
• Facebook page update

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a special meeting that consists almost entirely of an in-camera (closed) session to discuss a recruitment matter involving municipal or local board employees. The public portion is limited to call to order, disclosure of interests, and adjournment, with the next meeting scheduled for June 10, 2021.

• In-camera discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: Recruitment matter
• Next meeting date set for 10 June 2021

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider a request from Flint House to use two parking stalls on Scott Street for a temporary patio, with a recommended licensing agreement fee of $389.30. They will also discuss Phair Avenue Park and review a letter from B. Naturkach about future planning ideas. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a by-law report.

• Temporary patio request from Flint House for two parking stalls on Scott Street
• Recommended site-specific licensing agreement fee of $389.30 for patio
• Discussion on whether to allow Rainy Lake Square patio extension again
• Phair Avenue Park item on agenda
• Letter from B. Naturkach re future planning ideas

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting for the Town of Fort Frances. The only substantive item is an in-camera (closed-session) discussion about a personal matter involving an identifiable individual, specifically a recruitment matter. The public session is limited to procedural items, and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn with the next meeting set for June 8, 2021.

• In-camera session on recruitment matter (personal matters about an identifiable individual)
• Public session limited to call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and adjournment
• Next meeting date: June 8, 2021

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board is meeting to receive an update on the 'One Detachment One Board' matter, following a prior decision to prepare a proposal for the OPP detachment board under the Community Safety and Policing Act. The board will also review the Detachment Commander's report and approve previous minutes. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the update on the detachment board proposal.

• Update on One Detachment One Board proposal (deadline June 7, 2021)
• Detachment Commander's Report
• Approval of Session #3 minutes (April 23, 2021)
• Next meeting date: June 25, 2021

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting with a single substantive item: an in-camera (closed-session) discussion about a personal matter involving an identifiable individual, specifically a recruitment matter. The public portion of the agenda consists only of procedural items (call to order, disclosure of interest, resumption of public session, and adjournment).

• In-camera discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: Recruitment matter

Museum Advisory Committee

The Museum Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including an update on the Owandem stored at the Town Maintenance facility and the development of a walking tour using the purchased Pocket Sites platform. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and a curator's report.

• Owandem remains stored at Town Maintenance facility
• Walking tour content development continues via Pocket Sites
• Curator's report to be presented

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council is holding a regular meeting to decide on several by-laws, including a site plan control agreement for a parking lot and storage garage at 737 Scott Street, renaming Colonization Road East and West, levying a special charge on the Business Improvement Area, and authorizing an airport capital funding agreement under ACAP. The council will also consider referring letters about fill for the Sportsmen's Club, a vet assistance fund fee, and a water supply request to committees, and accept a resignation from the library board.

• By-law 24/21: site plan control agreement with Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board for 737 Scott Street
• By-law 25/21: rename Colonization Road East and Colonization Road West
• By-law 26/21: levy special charge on Business Improvement Area
• By-law 27/21: authorize airport capital funding agreement under ACAP with Transport Canada
• Letter from Carrel & Partners re: water supply extension request for properties in Alberton

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider awarding contracts for the Memorial Sports Centre roof replacement ($1,564,800 to Tom Jones Corporation) and an environmental site assessment for the former Shevlin Wood Yard ($92,306.50 to KGS Group), along with several other consent items. Council will also discuss a reconciliation policy, a temporary sign request, and a resolution on local police governance.

• Award Tender 21-OF-06 to Tom Jones Corporation for Memorial Sports Centre roof replacement at $1,564,800
• Award RFP 21-PD-08 to KGS Group for Phase One & Two Environmental Site Assessment at former Shevlin Wood Yard for $92,306.50 plus HST
• Purchase new Zamboni ice resurfacer for $100,168.30 including $8,000 trade-in
• Approve per diems for four councillors attending NOMA conference (total $1,360)
• Establish a Reconciliation Policy/Plan for the Town

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee is meeting to decide on several items, including purchasing a new Zamboni ice resurfacer, entering into geospatial data license agreements, and renewing a lease. They will also revisit the award of a tender for the Memorial Sports Centre roof replacement, which was tabled at the previous meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving information reports.

• Purchase of a new Zamboni ice resurfacer for $100,668.30, including an $8,000 trade-in for the 2002 unit
• Geospatial data share agreements with Computational Hydraulics International and TBT Engineering, with fees waived
• Renewal of Bearskin Annual Lease
• Award of Tender 21-OF-06 for Memorial Sports Centre Roof Replacement (tabled from May 5 meeting)
• Information items: Airport Statistics and Landfill Site Tonnage

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider two applications for Island G734: a consent application (A6-2021) by Canadian National Railway Company to sever a 0.9-hectare parcel for a seasonal cabin, and a related minor variance application (A7-2021) seeking relief from zoning requirements. The consent requires an Official Plan amendment to change the designation from Employment Area to Living Area before a building permit can be issued. The committee will also review minutes from the April 14, 2021 meeting.

• Consent application A6-2021 to sever Part 1 on Ref Plan 48R-3592 at Island G734 for cabin construction
• Minor variance application A7-2021 for lot area reduction from 1.0ha to 0.9ha at Island G734
• Variance requests for front yard reduction from 30m to 25m and outhouse/sauna before main cabin
• Official Plan amendment required to change designation from Employment Area to Living Area
• Conditions recommended include tax payment and health unit approval for septic

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting held virtually. The main item is an in-camera discussion about a personal matter involving an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, specifically an RFP recommendation. The council will then consider resolutions resulting from that closed discussion. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• In-camera discussion of RFP recommendation
• Resolutions required as a result of in-camera discussions

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider awarding a contract for Phase One and Two Environmental Site Assessments at the former Shevlin Wood Yard, with KGS Group recommended at $92,306.50. They will also review a Hydro One line expansion request and a letter proposing future planning ideas for the mill site. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and an in-camera session on land matters.

• Award recommendation for RFP 2021-PD-08: KGS Group $92,306.50 for environmental site assessments
• Hydro One Roy Avis Line Expansion at Sunny Cove Camp
• Letter from B. Naturkach re: extending Front Street and LaVerendrye Parkway
• Tourism Development and Marketing Plan - Beautification of Scott Street/Town Entrances/Trans Canada
• By-law Enforcement April 2021 Report

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of the agenda and previous minutes, and to receive updates on the Facebook page, website, and building expansion. The building expansion update notes that the Town has applied for NOHFC funding, but no decision has been made yet.

• Building expansion update: NOHFC funding application under review
• Website update: temporary changes to show activity locations and times during COVID
• Facebook page report: no change to status
• Manager's report to be received
• Approval of agenda and previous minutes

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council is meeting to decide on several by-laws, including the 2021 tax levy, a road reconstruction contract with Bay City Contractors, a food truck premises license, and a banking agreement with CIBC. They will also consider proclamations and referrals to committees, and hold in-camera discussions on personnel matters.

• By-law 12/21-A: amend 2021 tax levy
• By-law 22/21: agreement with Bay City Contractors for 2021 Road Reconstruction (public tender)
• By-law 20/21: food truck premises license at 1101 Front Street (1930709 Ontario Inc.)
• By-law 21/21: banking services agreement with CIBC
• Proclamation for Day of Action Against Anti-Asian Racism (May 10, 2021)

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several administrative and operational items, including a proposed renaming of Colonization Road East and West, a temporary traffic control by-law for the King's Highway reconstruction, and various financial and property-related matters. The agenda includes consent items and reports from divisions, with no delegations scheduled.

• Renaming Colonization Road East and West, effective January 1, 2022, with costs limited to street sign replacements
• Temporary traffic control by-law for King's Highway Reconstruction (Contract 20-OF-11)
• 324 Victoria Avenue zoning amendment fee waiver: RRDSSAB to pay $1,075.50 difference plus public notice costs
• 2021 BIA budget of $125,765 with a $45,000 levy
• Airport Capital Assistance Program funding agreement for equipment procurement

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a resident's letter about memorial trees removed during the Kings Highway reconstruction, a request for culvert replacement at 136 Fifth Street East, a sewer rooting reimbursement request, the award of a tender for the Memorial Sports Centre roof replacement, and an Airports Capital Assistance Program funding agreement. The committee will also receive operational statistics for March 2021.

• Letter from Allan Bedard re: Memorial Trees on Kings Hwy
• Letter from Marjan Fraczkiewicz re: Culvert at 136 Fifth Street East
• Request for Sewer Rooting Reimbursement - 324 Third Street West
• Award of Tender 21-OF-06 - Memorial Sports Centre Roof Replacement
• Airports Capital Assistance Program Funding Agreement

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider renaming Colonization Road East and West, following a public consultation period. The committee is asked to recommend five names for Council's consideration. The agenda also includes a temporary by-law for King's Highway reconstruction and a zoning amendment fee waiver for 324 Victoria Avenue.

• Renaming Colonization Road East and West
• King's Highway Reconstruction Temporary By-Law
• 324 Victoria Avenue Zoning Amendment Fee Waiver

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a delegation from the Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Affairs on the status of negotiations to settle flooding claims by five Rainy Lake First Nations, including survey results and next steps. The committee will also decide on several administrative and operational items, including tax relief, a stormwater plan contract, and a road reconstruction tender.

• Delegation on Rainy Lake First Nations flooding claims negotiations
• Revise 2021 tax by-law to extend COVID-19 relief, moving final installment dates to Aug 31 and Sep 30
• Award RFP 21-OF-05 for Master Stormwater Management Plan to Computational Hydraulics International at $89,500 plus HST
• Award Tender 21-OF-02 for 2021 Road Reconstruction to Bay City Contractors at $1,661,101.13 including HST and contingency
• Rezone 820 Fifth Street East to Residential Type Two (R2) with day nursery accessory use

Regular Council Meeting

The Fort Frances Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including setting prices for Erin Crescent lots, authorizing a site plan control agreement for a demolition with 2670568 Ontario Limited, and approving a transfer payment agreement with the Ontario Fire Marshal. They will also discuss a request for a business tax break policy from Energy Fitness, a culvert concern from a 5th Street East resident, and a letter about memorial trees on King's Highway. The meeting includes in-camera sessions on labour relations and a personal matter regarding an RFP recommendation.

• By-law 13/20-A: sets Erin Crescent lot prices from $46,900 to $86,400
• By-law 17/21: authorizes site plan control agreement for demolition with 2670568 Ontario Limited
• By-law 18/21: approves transfer payment agreement with Ontario Fire Marshal
• By-law 19/21: authorizes agreement with Public Sector Digest Inc. for CityWide Budgeting modules
• Referrals: tax break policy request, culvert concern, memorial trees letter

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board is meeting to discuss the OPP detachment board framework and the upcoming proposal due June 7, 2021. The board will also receive the Detachment Commander's report and may hold an in-camera session on personal matters.

• Update on 'One detachment - one board' matter
• OPP detachment board proposal due June 7, 2021
• Detachment Commander's Report
• In-camera session on personal matters about identifiable individuals

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting held virtually. The agenda consists entirely of a closed (in-camera) session to discuss a personal matter about an identifiable individual, specifically a recruitment matter. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session under personal matters: recruitment
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams

Special Council Meeting

This is a special virtual meeting of the Fort Frances Town Council. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed in-camera session to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, referred to as 'Agency One Matters'. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed in-camera session on litigation or potential litigation: Agency One Matters

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will decide on awarding a contract for a town-wide master stormwater management plan, deny a sewer rooting reimbursement request, and discuss a federal airport funding application. The agenda also includes several informational reports on sewage treatment, water, and landfill operations.

• Award RFP 21-OF-05 for Master Stormwater Management Plan to CHI & TBT Engineering for $89,500 plus HST
• Deny sewer rooting reimbursement request for 271 Biddeson Avenue ($482.51 invoice)
• Application to Regional Air Transportation Initiative for $403,096 in eligible airport expenses
• Allow use of Shevlin Wood Yard for parking during 2021 Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (July 22-24)
• Receive 2020 Performance Report for Fort Frances Sewage Treatment Plant

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider a request from the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board to waive fees for a zoning amendment application at 324 Victoria Avenue, after the board withdrew its minor variance application. The committee will also review a report on the SPC01-2020 Mill Property. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Fee waiver request: $1,400 application fee and estimated $500 newspaper notice for 324 Victoria Ave rezoning
• Withdrawal of minor variance A1-2021 for 324 Victoria Ave (parking reduction from 22 to 5 spaces)
• SPC01-2020 Mill Property report (pages 28-122)
• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2021 session
• Next meeting scheduled for May 3, 2021

Committee of Adjustment

The Fort Frances Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider three applications: a minor variance for a rear-yard addition at 908 Kaitlyn Drive, a minor variance at Island G669, and a consent application at 911-921 Keating Avenue. It will also note the withdrawal of a previous minor variance application (A1-2021). The agenda includes approval of the March 17, 2021 minutes.

• Minor variance A3-2021: reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 5.07m for a 16'x20' addition at 908 Kaitlyn Drive
• Minor variance A4-2021 at Island G669
• Consent application A5-2021 at 911-921 Keating Avenue
• Withdrawal of minor variance A1-2021
• Approval of March 17, 2021 minutes

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, and to receive reports on the manager's report, a Facebook page, the 2021 budget, the Fort Frances Senior Centre website, and an orientation package for new board members. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Manager's report
• Facebook page update
• Sister Kennedy 2021 budget review
• Fort Frances Senior Centre website update and orientation package

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment (B1-2021) for 820 Fifth Street East, proposed by the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board. The amendment would rezone the former school property from Institutional to Residential Type Two with a day nursery accessory use, to allow conversion into seniors housing and construction of up to five 8-plex apartment buildings. The committee will also consider consent agenda items including a food truck patio request, policy reviews, and receive updates on COVID-19 and various statistics.

• Public meeting on zoning amendment B1-2021 for 820 Fifth Street East: rezone from Institutional (I) to Residential Type Two (R2) with day nursery accessory use
• Proposal includes converting former St. Michael's school into 13-unit seniors apartments with EarlyON centre, plus up to five new 8-unit apartment buildings
• Flint House Food Truck Patio Request: letter of support to AGCO, land-use/lease agreement, planning fee assigned to applicant
• Review of Policy 2.4 Memorial Sports Centre Refund Policy: recommendation to remove policy
• Review of Policy 2.6 Access to Recreation and Leisure Policy: update authorized

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting that consists almost entirely of a closed (in-camera) session. The only substantive item is discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, and a recruitment matter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed.

• Closed session under Section 2.1: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees
• Closed session under Section 2.1: recruitment matter

Special Council Meeting

This is a special virtual council meeting consisting almost entirely of an in-camera (closed) session to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality, listed as 'Agency One Matters.' The public portion is limited to call to order, disclosure of interests, resumption, and adjournment, with no public decisions or discussions on the agenda.

• In-camera session on litigation or potential litigation (Agency One Matters)

Regular Council Meeting

The Fort Frances Town Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including lease agreements with Northern Youth Programs and Perimeter Airlines at the municipal airport, and an agreement with Paul Heayn for meeting investigator services. The agenda also includes proclamations for Seniors Month and PTSD Awareness Month, and various correspondence and board minutes.

• By-law 14/21: Lease with Northern Youth Programs at Fort Frances Municipal Airport, $1,327.60 for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2021
• By-law 15/21: Renewal lease with Perimeter Airlines (formerly Bearskin Lake Air Service) for airport space, $11,462.70 for 2021
• By-law 16/21: Agreement with Paul Heayn for meeting investigator services
• Proclamation request for Seniors Month (June) and donation of ice cream cones from Fort Frances Senior Centre
• Proclamation request for PTSD Awareness Month (June) from D. White

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider a zoning by-law amendment for 820 Fifth Street East, proposed by the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board, to rezone the former school property from Institutional to Residential Type Two with a site-specific day nursery use, enabling seniors housing and up to five 8-plexes. The committee will also discuss a food truck patio request from Flint House near the marina and a tourism beautification plan for Scott Street and town entrances.

• Zoning by-law amendment B1-2021 for 820 Fifth Street East: Institutional to Residential Type Two, with day nursery accessory use
• Flint House food truck and licensed patio request on town property near marina at 1011 Front Street
• Discussion of fees for land use, with examples like Airport Man Camp at $15,064.40 annually
• Tourism plan: beautification of Scott Street, town entrances, and Trans-Canada Highway, including graffiti cleanup and billboard removal
• Marina RFP for private operator of Sorting Gap Marina closing April 13, 2021

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

This is a special closed-session Committee of the Whole meeting. The only substantive item is an in-camera discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a recruitment matter. The public session is limited to opening and adjournment.

• Closed session under personal matters about an identifiable individual
• Recruitment matter discussion

Police Services Board

The provided agenda text contains no substantive agenda items, only website navigation elements. The meeting is scheduled for 2021-03-26, but no decisions or discussions are listed.

Museum Advisory Committee

The Fort Frances Museum Advisory Committee is meeting to review museum policies, including a revised Statement of Purpose, and to discuss the strategic plan. The curator's report covers funding applications, exhibit scheduling, and staffing updates. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions expected.

• Policy review: revised Statement of Purpose to be considered
• Curator's report: digital content funding application submitted
• Strategic plan review for information purposes
• Community Museum Operating Grant (CMOG) reporting for 2019 due March 31, 2021
• Tentative exhibit schedule: Nindinawemaganag, Nations and Voices, Tony Cepers Art, Fort Frances Businesses

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council is meeting to pass several by-laws, including the 2021 municipal budget and tax levy, a new snowmobile regulation by-law, and agreements for gas tax and seniors program funding. They will also receive the CAO's retirement letter and refer requests about a bass tournament and a fee waiver to committees.

• By-law 10~21 establishing 2021 tax ratios for property classes
• By-law 11~21 adopting the 2021 municipal budget estimates
• By-law 12~21 authorizing the 2021 tax levy and collection
• By-law 08~21 regulating motorized snow vehicle use, with speed limit of 20 km/h and prohibited hours 11pm-7am
• By-law 09~21 approving $72,298 in Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for public transportation

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive the 2021 budget presentation and consider consent agenda items including reserve fund transfers, software purchase, and grant applications. They will also decide on ordering a new fire truck, approving leases, and initiating a public consultation to rename Colonization Road East and West.

• 2021 budget presentation by Treasurer D. Galusha
• Purchase of Public Sector Digest budgeting software for $31,545.60
• Order new quint aerial ladder truck from Keewatin Truck Service; sell 1988 truck to Couchiching First Nation for $15,000
• Declare intent to rename Colonization Road East and West, start 30-day consultation
• Transfer $500,000 to Corporate Vehicles and Equipment Reserve Fund

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will consider approving two new asset management policies (Asset Evaluation Policy and Levels of Service and Risk Policy) to meet provincial requirements. It will also discuss a request to donate two rain barrels to the United Native Friendship Centre and review monthly reports on drinking water, wastewater, and landfill operations.

• Approve Asset Evaluation Policy and Levels of Service and Risk Policy
• Donate two rain barrels (valued at $65.00 each) to United Native Friendship Centre
• Renew Bearskin Annual Lease
• Renew Northern Youth Programs Lease
• Review February 2021 Drinking Water Systems Monthly Summary

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to decide on three applications: a minor variance for an assisted living facility at 324 Victoria Avenue, a consent for a lot addition at 1425 Colonization Road West, and a zoning by-law amendment at 820 Fifth Street East. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and discussing the committee's complement. The minor variance would reduce required parking from 22 spaces to 5 for the facility, which is converting a church to assisted living with safe beds, transition beds, a warming centre, and offices.

• Minor variance A1-2021: reduce parking from 22 to 5 spaces at 324 Victoria Avenue for assisted living facility by RRDSSAB
• Consent application A2-2021: lot addition at 1425 Colonization Road West
• Zoning by-law amendment B1-2021 at 820 Fifth Street East
• Minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting to be approved
• Discussion on Committee of Adjustment complement

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider a request from Flint House to place a food truck with a licensed patio on Town property near the marina at 1011 Front Street. Administration cannot authorize the patio under current rules, citing zoning, building code, insurance, and AGCO issues. The committee will also review reports on Erin Crescent, Rainier Bridge, and Colonization Road.

• Food truck with licensed patio request at 1011 Front Street near marina
• Zoning of waterfront is Open Space (OS), restaurant/patio not permitted
• AGCO temporary patio extensions allowed until January 1, 2022
• RFP for Sorting Gap Marina operation with minimum rent $6,458/month plus 10% gross revenue
• Erin Crescent report by Lisa Slomke

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management will meet to approve minutes, receive the manager's report, and discuss how to celebrate Seniors Month in June. The agenda also includes updates on a Facebook page and COVID-19. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion on celebrating Seniors Month in June
• Manager's Report for March 9, 2021
• Approval of minutes from Feb 18 and Dec 15, 2020 meetings
• Update on Facebook page creation by IT Manager
• COVID-19 verbal update: no changes

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will review public correspondence about renaming Colonization Road, referring letters to the Planning & Development Executive Committee for comment collection. Council will also vote on by-laws for a service agreement with Rainy River Future Development Corporation, a data-sharing agreement with Hatch Ltd., and a vehicle agreement with Fort Frances GM. Appointments to local boards and committee minutes are also on the agenda.

• By-law 05/21: service agreement with Rainy River Future Development Corporation for Economic Development Services
• By-law 06/21: data sharing agreement with Hatch Ltd. for geospatial data
• By-law 07/21: agreement with Fort Frances GM awarded through tender
• Letters re: renaming Colonization Road referred to Planning & Development Executive Committee
• Flint House request to use municipal land for a food truck referred to Planning & Development Executive Committee

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a consent agenda that includes receiving the 2021 budget disclosure report, processing property tax settlements for 201 Minnie Ave, and authorizing several operational items. The meeting also includes updates from the mayor and councillors, a COVID-19 update, and various information reports.

• Receive Ontario Regulation 284/09 budget disclosure report for 2021 Operating Budget
• Process Minutes of Settlement for 2019 and 2020 for property at 201 Minnie Ave and Unit 6
• Authorize IT Manager to enroll in Dell 'Keep It' Program for free evaluation laptop (FMV $5,061)
• Enter into MTO Gas Tax Dedicated Funding agreement
• Support RFP to lease Sorting Gap Marina

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee is considering a request to install residential water meters, recommending a moratorium instead. The committee will also review drinking water system reports, award a parks tractor quotation, and amend an agreement with the Electrical Safety Authority.

• Request for metering of residential water customers with recommendation for moratorium
• Drinking water system monthly summary reports for July-November 2020 and annual report
• Award of Parks Tractor Quotations via LAS Group Purchasing Program
• Amendment to Continuous Safety Services Agreement with Electrical Safety Authority to remove former Children's Complex building
• Letter dated January 28, 2021 regarding water bill

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will review a draft snowmobile by-law and its accompanying route map, which would regulate snowmobile use within town limits, including speed limits, permitted highways, and operating hours. The committee is also scheduled to go into closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions or dispositions. The agenda includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and receiving informational reports.

• Draft snowmobile by-law with Schedule A map of allowed and prohibited routes
• Proposed 20 km/h speed limit and ban on snowmobiles from 11 pm to 7 am
• Fines up to $1,000 for by-law violations
• In-camera session on proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition
• January by-law enforcement report: 69 parking tickets, 79 calls for service

Museum Advisory Committee

The Fort Frances Museum Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing humidity problems affecting artifacts, a faulty fire panel causing false alarms, and the upcoming Canadian Museum Operating Grant report. They will also review tentative exhibit schedules, a walking tour app, and community partnerships. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and welcoming a new member.

• Humidity ranges 16%-80% across floors; artifacts moved due to condensation
• Fire panel replacement budgeted; faulty sensor caused 3 false alarms
• CMOG 2019 report due March 31, 2021
• Tentative exhibits: Nindinawemaganag, Nations and Voices, Tony Cepers Art, Fort Frances Businesses
• Walking tour via Pocket Sights app, launch by mid-May 2021

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council will decide on a zoning by-law amendment restricting tents and campers on residential properties, respond to public comments on renaming Colonization Road, and approve several agreements including an economic development service contract and an airport storage lease extension. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.

• By-law 03/14-X amends zoning to restrict tents to one per property under 10 sq.m., May 1–Sept 30, with up to four allowed by permit
• Letters from residents re: Colonization Road renaming referred to Planning & Development Executive Committee
• By-law 09/15-E extends license agreement with Minister of Government and Consumer Services for airport garage storage
• By-law 05/21 approves service agreement with Rainy River Future Development Corporation for Economic Development Services
• Request from Energy Fitness owner for late fee exemption ($1,060) referred to Administration & Finance Executive Committee

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several recommendations, including a tax adjustment for 814 Scott Street, a geospatial data license agreement with Hatch Corporation, and the award of a vehicle tender. They will also review a draft snowmobile by-law and an application for an ice plant study at the Memorial Sports Centre.

• Tax adjustment for 814 Scott Street (2020) under Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act
• Geospatial data license agreement with Hatch Corporation, with fees waived
• Award of Tender 21-OF-01 for two vehicles to Fort Frances GM
• Draft Snowmobile By-law
• Application to Municipal Modernization Program for Ice Plant Study at Memorial Sports Centre

Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management

The Sister Betty Kennedy Centre Board of Management is meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve the agenda and previous minutes, and receive the manager's report. They will also discuss past business items, including soundproofing (already approved in the capital budget) and a building expansion conditional on grants, and consider a new wellness program for seniors at home.

• Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Manager's report for Feb 18, 2021
• Soundproofing approved in capital budget
• Building expansion in 2021 capital budget, conditional on grants
• Wellness program for seniors at home

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee will decide on several items, including whether to adjust a water bill for a leaking toilet, whether to apply for funding to study the Memorial Sports Centre ice plants, and whether to award a tender for vehicles. They will also consider a geospatial data sharing agreement with Hatch Corporation and receive reports on drinking water and wastewater systems.

• Water bill dispute: $754.13 bill for 508 Second Street East due to running toilet; recommendation to deny adjustment
• Application to Municipal Modernization Program for ice plant study at Memorial Sports Centre
• Geospatial data share agreement with Hatch Corporation, with fees waived
• Award of Tender 21-OF-01 for supply of various vehicles
• Drinking water systems monthly summary reports for December 2020 and January 2021

Regular Council Meeting

This is a routine regular council meeting with mostly procedural items: approving previous minutes, receiving committee resolutions, and handling correspondence. The only substantive item is a resident's water bill concern, which will be referred to the Operations & Facilities Executive Committee for a recommendation. No by-laws or new items are on the agenda.

• Water bill concern from Ski's Variety referred to Operations & Facilities Executive Committee
• Resolution from Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls urging province to support northern businesses during lockdown
• Letter from County of Perth on negative impacts of outdated property assessments
• Resolution from Township of Augusta opposing closure of Ontario Fire College
• In-camera session on litigation or potential litigation

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially approve several administrative items, including updates to the snowmobile by-law, a new street naming and renaming policy, zoning by-law amendments for tenting and trailers, and a per capita contribution to the Rainy River Future Development Corporation. They will also receive a feasibility study on redeveloping the Shevlin Wood Yard and Gateway to Fort Frances, and consider a sewer rooting reimbursement request.

• Direct administration to update/rewrite the Snowmobile By-law
• Approve Street Naming and Renaming Policy with no application fee, cost recovery basis
• Approve zoning by-law amendments for tenting and trailer use/parking/storage, no fee for 2021
• Include $51,940.00 ($7.00 per capita) contribution to Rainy River Future Development Corporation in 2021 budget
• Consider feasibility study for redevelopment of Shevlin Wood Yard and Gateway to Fort Frances

Special Council Meeting

This is a procedural special council meeting held virtually. Council will consider resolutions arising from the earlier Special Committee of the Whole meeting, then adjourn. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Disclosure of pecuniary interests
• Resolutions from today's Special Committee meeting

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee is reviewing a proposed street naming/renaming policy, including estimated costs and service provider impacts for renaming Colonization Road East and West, and seeking direction on updating the snowmobile by-law. The agenda also includes zoning by-law amendments for tenting provisions and a mill demolition update. Most items are for discussion or direction, not final decisions.

• Street naming/renaming policy with application process, no application fee recommended, cost recovery basis
• Renaming Colonization Road East/West: 160-180 tax rolls affected, sign costs $1,548 (East) and $1,338.80 (West)
• Snowmobile by-law update: dated by-law, need for map, annual review, stakeholder input
• B-6-2020: Zoning by-law amendments for tenting provisions
• Mill demolition update

Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the draft 2021 capital and operating budgets, including prioritized capital projects, projected reserve funds, and an analysis of tax rates, ratios, and assessment. The meeting also includes a letter from Meals on Wheels requesting budget consideration and a provincial letter on property tax information. A closed session is scheduled to discuss staffing levels for 2021.

• Draft capital budget totals $13,678,555 for general, water, and sanitary sewer projects
• Committed capital includes $1,975,996 for Kings Highway reconstruction (Pit Road #1 to #2)
• Partially funded capital includes $820,059 for Armit Avenue reconstruction (Church to Scott)
• High priority capital includes $195,000 for replacing a 2003 Holder sidewalk machine
• Operating budget report from Treasurer and public request from Meals on Wheels

Police Services Board

The Fort Frances Police Services Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, receiving the Detachment Commander's December 2020 report, and reviewing its rules and procedures protocol. The board will also consider paying the 2021 OAPSB Zone 1 membership invoice of $125.00 and will go in-camera for a personnel matter. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2021 OAPSB Zone 1 membership invoice for $125.00
• Correspondence from Deputy Solicitor General's office dated Jan 8, 2021
• Detachment Commander's Report for December 2020
• Review of rules and procedures protocol
• In-camera session on personnel matter

Regular Council Meeting

Council is deciding on several by-laws, including rezoning 1150 Portage Avenue from Open Space to Local Commercial and changing its Official Plan designation to Employment Area to allow an office with accessory dwelling units. It will also amend by-laws to establish an Economic Development Executive Committee and repeal a tax rebate program for vacant commercial/industrial properties. A letter about a sewer cleanout at 401 Mosher Avenue will be referred to a committee.

• By-law 03/14-W: Rezone 1150 Portage Avenue from Open Space (OS) to Local Commercial (C1) with boarding house accessory use
• By-law 63/11-F: Amend Official Plan for 1150 Portage Avenue from Living Area to Employment Area
• By-law 53/16-A: Establish Economic Development Executive Committee
• By-law 04/21: Repeal by-law 33/03 tax rebate for vacant commercial/industrial properties
• Letter re: sewer cleanout at 401 Mosher Avenue referred to Operations & Facilities Executive Committee

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a public meeting on a proposed zoning by-law amendment (B6-2020) to define tents and set provisions for trailers, tents, mobile homes, and campers town-wide. The committee will also consider several consent agenda items, including a policy update, a lease renewal, and a long-range financial plan for water and sewer. A presentation from Confederation College is scheduled, and council members will provide verbal updates.

• Public meeting on Zoning By-law Amendment (B6-2020) to define tents and amend Section 3.36 for trailers, tents, mobile homes, and campers
• Airport Facility Lease Renewal with CBRE at $110.15 per day for maintenance garage bay, Nov 1, 2021 to Mar 31, 2022
• Acceptance of Long Range Financial Plan for Water and Sewer (2021-2026) by BMA Management Consulting Inc.
• Charity Rebate Application from Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau
• Approval of 2-Year Action Plan for Community Economic Development Activities

Operations and Facilities Executive Committee

The Operations and Facilities Executive Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend several items to Council, including renewing a lease for a maintenance garage bay at the Fort Frances Airport, accepting a long-range financial plan for water and sewer, and reviewing the first draft of the 2021 operating budget for the Operations and Facilities Division. The agenda also includes updates on the town's water system, a recycling inquiry, and a water bill complaint.

• Airport Facility Lease Renewal with CBRE/MNRF: 5-month extension from November 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022 at $110.15/day, $7,159.75/year
• Acceptance of the Town's Long Range Financial Plan for Water and Sewer
• First Draft of 2021 Operating Budget for Operations and Facilities Division
• Update on Overall Responsible Operator for the Town's Water System
• Email from Ms. S. Hatfield regarding recycling

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee is meeting virtually to review the 2020 December operating budget for Planning Development, discuss zoning by-law amendments for tenting provisions, and receive updates on the Colonization Road matter and snowmobiling. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and reports from by-law enforcement and the mill demolition project.

• 2020 December Operating Budget for Planning Development presented by Doug Brown
• B6-2020: Zoning By-Law Amendments – Tenting Provisions by Cody Vangel
• Colonization Road Matter update by Cody Vangel
• December Activities for By-Law Enforcement Department by Patrick Briere
• Mill Demolition Project update by Cody Vangel

Committee of Adjustment

The Fort Frances Committee of Adjustment will consider a proposed zoning by-law amendment (B6-2020) that would add new rules for tents and camping, including a definition of 'tent' and restrictions on where tents can be used. The committee is asked to recommend approval or rejection to mayor and council. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the 2021 meeting schedule.

• B6-2020: Zoning By-Law Amendment to add tenting provisions, including a new 'tent' definition and limits on tent use in residential zones
• Proposed rule: one tent under 10 sq.m. allowed accessory to dwellings in R1/R2 zones, May 1–Sept 30
• Proposed fines for corporations violating zoning by-law: up to $50,000 first offence, $25,000 subsequent
• Minutes of December 15, 2020 meeting to be approved
• 2021 Committee of Adjustment meeting schedule to be reviewed

Regular Council Meeting

Fort Frances Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including an interim tax levy for 2021, a borrowing by-law for current expenditures, and amendments to funding agreements for the Shevlin Woodyard and Nursing Station redevelopment. The agenda also includes routine items such as consent agenda referrals, minutes approval, and information correspondence. An in-camera session is scheduled for litigation matters.

• By-law 02/21: interim tax levy for 2021, payable in two instalments (Feb 26 and Mar 31), with 1.25% penalty and interest on late payments
• By-law 01/21: authorizes borrowing from CIBC to meet current expenditures until taxes are collected
• By-laws 24/19-C, 25/20-A, 25/20-B: amend funding agreements with FedNor and NOHFC for Shevlin Woodyard and Nursing Station feasibility/redevelopment studies
• By-law 03/21: authorizes marriage solemnization services through the Clerk's office
• Recycling complaint from resident Sue Hatfield referred to Operations & Facilities Executive Committee

Regular Meeting of Committee of the Whole

Fort Frances Committee of the Whole meets virtually to consider zoning and Official Plan amendments for 1150 Portage Avenue, allowing a commercial office with accessory boarding housing for out-of-town employees. Council also reviews temporary borrowing of $4,000,000, an interim tax levy, and marriage solemnization services.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1150 Portage Avenue from Open Space to Local Commercial with boarding house accessory use
• Official Plan amendment for 1150 Portage Avenue from Living to Employment designation
• Authorization of $4,000,000 temporary borrowing for 2021 expenditures
• 2021 interim tax levy with due dates February 26 and March 31, 2021
• Amendment to marriage solemnization by-law to add new deputy clerk

Planning & Development Executive Committee

The Planning & Development Executive Committee will consider two applications from Tom Veert Contracting to rezone 1150 Portage Avenue from Open Space to Local Commercial and amend the Official Plan designation from Living to Employment, allowing an office with accessory boarding house for traveling employees. The committee will also discuss snowmobile route options requested by local businesses, review zoning and Official Plan amendments, and receive updates on the Colonization Road matter and mill demolition.

• Rezoning application B5-2020: 1150 Portage Ave from Open Space (OS) to Local Commercial (C1) with accessory boarding house use
• Official Plan amendment C2-2020: change designation from Living to Employment for 1150 Portage Ave
• Snowmobiling route request from S. Noonan and D. Fortes to discuss bylaw amendments for in-town snowmobile access
• Colonization Road matter: update on street renaming policy and reconciliation education materials
• Mill demo verbal update by C. Vangel