Gore Bay public meetings in 2022
29 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for 8 Agnes Street and discuss an Aboriginal housing development at 3 Water Street. The meeting also includes reviews of the 2022 rate book and physician recruitment incentives.
- Zoning By-law amendment for 8 Agnes Street
- Aboriginal Housing Development at 3 Water Street
- Review of the 2022 Rate Book
- Physician Recruitment Incentives comparison
- By-law to Regulate Fires 2022
General Government
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and standard administrative items. The council will enter a closed session to discuss staff matters.
- Closed session to discuss staff
Public Works and Properties
The committee discussed progress on the new pavilion, boardwalk, and marina fuel tank. Members reviewed a design option for the Gore Bay Medical Centre renovation and discussed budget items including equipment replacement and grass maintenance contracting.
- Marina Boat Launch Apron change order totaling $6,700.00
- Gore Bay Medical Centre Design Option 1 with a total hard construction cost of $1,002,000
- Kinney Street bridge identified as being in poor condition and requiring superstructure replacement
- Watermain Rehabilitation Project for Dawson Street and Phipps Street
- Proposed sidewalk and curb replacement on Meredith Street south of Agnes Street
Gore Bay Museum Board
The Gore Bay Museum Board met to adopt financial statements and manage reserve funds. The board approved the 2022 budget with amendments to hydro and student wages and discussed filling board vacancies.
- Allocated $24,646.11 to the Harbour Centre Reserve from general and Harbour Centre surpluses
- Moved $1,747.50 from 2021 surplus to the Museum Capital Reserve
- Moved $5,000.00 of undirected deferred revenue to the Museum Reserve Fund
- Adopted 2022 budget with Harbour Centre hydro increased to $11,000 and student wages decreased to $5,000
- Approved advertising for board vacancies following the resignation of Ruby Croft
General Government
The General Government committee is reviewing several draft by-laws and municipal policies. The meeting includes discussions on a new vacant building registry, fire permits, and short-term rental regulations.
- Proposed Vacant Building Registry By-law requiring registration of buildings vacant for 60+ days
- Review of Fire Permit By-law and Short Term Rental By-law
- Proposed Office & Council Chambers Renovations
- Gore Bay Marina Policy Handbook review
- Canteen tender recommendation for Deanna Lewis in the amount of $175.00
Special Council
The Town of Gore Bay is considering By-law 2022-32 to appoint council members and citizens to various municipal boards and committees. These appointments cover areas including general government, public works, and emergency management.
- By-law 2022-32 Boards & Committees By-Law
- Appointments to Community Events, Culture & Recreation Committee
- Appointments to General Government Committee
- Appointments to Public Works & Properties Committee
- Appointments to Emergency Management Program Committee and Emergency Community Control Group
Regular Council
The Town Council will discuss a flooring tender for the Harbour Centre and a lease renewal for the Fogal Lift and Purvis parking lot. The meeting includes decisions on amending the parking by-law and closing a portion of Water St.
- By-law 2022-30 to stop up and close Water St
- By-law 2022-31 to amend Parking By-law 2020-28
- Harbour Centre Flooring Tender
- Lease renewal for Fogal Lift and Purvis parking lot
- Request for proclamation and flag raising on November 25, 2022
Transfer Station Committee
The committee is meeting to review business arising from previous minutes, specifically the transfer station design and a snow removal tender. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss staff.
- Transfer Station Design Layout
- Snow Removal Tender
- Closed session regarding staff
Special Council
Council is reviewing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry regarding the Boardwalk Trail. The agreement assigns responsibility for monitoring and maintenance of the trail to the Town of Gore Bay through October 31, 2032.
- Memorandum of Understanding for Boardwalk Trail maintenance on Crown land
- Requirement for $2,000,000 minimum general public liability insurance policy
- Closed session to discuss litigation
Regular Council
Council will discuss the authorization of a signing agreement for the ICIP Rural & Northern Stream and review a winter fuel tender. The meeting also includes reports from the Harbour Master and the OPP annual billing statement.
- By-law 2022-28 to authorize signing agreement for ICIP: Rural & Northern Stream
- Winter Fuel Tender opening
- Confirmatory By-law 2022-27
- 2023 OPP Annual Billing Statement
- Harbour Master Report
Special Council
The Town of Gore Bay is holding a special council meeting to consider a new zoning by-law that would repeal and replace By-law 80-19. Council will also discuss funding for a watermain project and the establishment of an elections audit committee.
- By-law 2022-24: New Zoning By-law to regulate land use, density, and building size
- By-law 2022-25: Signing agreement for ICIP Green Stream funding for Watermain Rehabilitation Project
- By-law 2022-26: Establishment of an Elections Compliance Audit Committee
General Government
The committee is reviewing several regulatory updates, including zoning, parking, and vacant building registries. The body is also discussing budget matters and the potential purchase of Woods Lane from Aboriginal Housing.
- Discussion of Budget
- Review of Zoning By-law draft
- Proposed Vacant Building Registry By-law
- Proposed Fire Permit By-law
- Canteen Tender
Gore Bay Recreation Committee
The Recreation Committee discussed planning for the Ladies Night, Haunted Trail, and holiday events. The body recommended that council grant $3,000 for Meredith Street decorations and the Santa float.
- Recommendation for $3,000 to purchase Christmas decorations for Meredith Street and the Santa float
- Planning for Ladies Night with food priced at $30 per person
- Organization of a Christmas Light contest with a $100 prize for the resident winner
- Proposal for a $100 Dean's Valu Mart gift card for a Fall Decorating residential winner
- Application for a permit for indoor walking at Charles C. McLean Public School
Public Works and Properties
The Public Works and Properties Committee is meeting to discuss the budget and a request for proposal for consulting services regarding the Dawson Street Watermain Rehabilitation Project. The body will also review reports on bridge inspections and the Public Works Manager's activity.
- Request for Proposal for consulting services for Dawson Street Watermain Rehabilitation Project
- Review of 2022 Bridge Inspection Report identifying $251,500 in total repair costs
- Budget discussion
- Discussion of 16 Eleanor Street sewer connection request
- Review of Public Works Monthly Activity Report (August 20 to September 2022)
Provincial Offences Board of Management
The Board of Management is meeting to review a financial report dated September 20, 2022. The agenda includes the adoption of previous minutes and a discussion regarding the sale of excess items.
- Financial report dated 20 Sept 22
- Sale of excess items
- Adoption of June 21, 2022 minutes
Transfer Station Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss the transfer station design layout and review a financial statement covering January 1 to September 13, 2022. The session includes a closed-door discussion regarding staff.
- Review of Transfer Station Design Layout
- Review of financial report for period January 1 - Sept 13, 2022
- Closed session to discuss staff
Waste Management Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss the decommissioning of wells and review a financial statement for the landfill site. The session includes the adoption of minutes from the June 20, 2022, meeting.
- Decommissioning of wells GB 22A/B, BG27, and GB34 at $1,500 plus HST per well
- Review of Landfill Site Financial report for Jan 1, 2022 to Sept 13, 2022
- Administrative fee increase from $500 to $750
Regular Council
The Town of Gore Bay Council will receive a presentation of the draft 2021 financial statements prepared by BakerTilly. The meeting also includes discussions on a canteen tender, Christmas hours, and a signing authority by-law for the Wilderness Trail.
- Presentation of Draft Financial Statements 2021 by BakerTilly
- Signing Authority By-law 2022-23 for Wilderness Trail
- Canteen Tender 2022
- Discussion regarding 41 Water Street
- Confirmatory By-Law 2022-22
Special Council
The council will meet in a closed session to discuss litigation and staff matters. No public business items are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session discussion on litigation
- Closed session discussion on staff
General Government
The General Government Committee is discussing municipal by-laws, infrastructure updates, and recruitment. The body recommended a water/sewer surcharge for users outside town limits and a lease agreement for a dental suite.
- Recommended 20% water/sewer surcharge for users outside town limits effective January 1, 2023
- Recommended lease for Medical Centre Dental Suite with first year rent-free and $35,973.12 for equipment
- Appointment of Ron Lane, Dan Osborne, and Pam Fogal to By-law Officer Hiring Committee
- Proposed installation of electric vehicle chargers at municipal office or splash pad parking
- Discussion of purchasing Wood's Lane Apartment Building for senior housing
Public Works and Properties
The Public Works and Properties Committee is meeting to review equipment quotes for a new pavilion and the status of the arena chiller replacement. The body will also consider a sewer connection request for 16 Eleanor Street and review the Public Works Manager's activity report.
- Quotes for new pavilion fridge ($10,366.35 total) and stove ($1,073.50 total)
- Arena chiller replacement options due to mid-October shipping delay
- Sewer connection request for 16 Eleanor Street
- Boardwalk project bridge design drawings from MTE Consultants Inc.
- Public Works Monthly Activity Report for June 20 to August 20, 2022
Gore Bay Recreation Committee
The committee discussed upcoming community events including a women's weekend and a haunted trail. Members also reviewed fitness centre equipment needs and past event revenues.
- Proposed 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun Weekend' (Nov 18-19) with comedians quoted at $3,250 plus expenses and 'Chicks with Picks' at $650
- Haunted Trail scheduled for October 29th and 30th
- Reported approximately $1,120 in revenue from Harbour Days t-shirt sales
- Request for smaller weight grip plates for the fitness centre
- Proposed 2023 budget additions for Nerf Wars equipment and obstacles
Regular Council
Council is discussing the draft 2022-2027 Strategic Plan and a proposal from GFL for the transfer station. The meeting includes decisions on by-laws regarding NOHFC signing authority for a shoreline project and a confirmatory by-law.
- By-law 2022-21: Signing Authority with NOHFC for Shoreline Project
- Town of Gore Bay Strategic Plan 2022-2027 draft
- GFL 2022 Proposal for Transfer Station
- Central Manitoulin Waste Management Master Plan (Cambium Letter)
- By-law 2022-20 Confirmatory By-law
General Government
The General Government committee is discussing a water and sewer surcharge for users outside town limits and reviewing a 2022-2027 Strategic Plan. The body is also addressing local by-laws and infrastructure improvements.
- Proposed 19.4% water/sewer surcharge for non-residents effective January 1, 2023
- Recommendation to accept a $3,530.00 donation for an EV Station at the marina
- Proposed Short Term Rental By-law and Vacant Building Registry by-law
- Request to stop up and close unopened road allowance Part Lot 19 S/S East Street
- Recommendation of Mike Steele, Mike Addison, and Marie Clarke for 2022 Lifetime Achievement Awards
Transfer Station Committee
The committee is meeting to review business arising from previous minutes, including summer operating hours and the transfer station design layout. The body will also discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) for wet waste transfer.
- Wet Waste Transfer Request for Proposals
- Transfer Station Design Layout
- Summer operating hours
- Closed session regarding an identifiable individual
Regular Council
The Council will discuss a tender for the Harbour Centre erosion project and a residential land severance application. The meeting also includes reviews of several committee minutes and the adoption of two by-laws.
- Shoreline Erosion Tender for Harbour Centre
- Consent to Sever application for 25 Wright Street (creation of ±0.3 Hec. residential lot)
- By-law 2022-19 regarding signing authority with NOHFC
- By-law 2022-18 Confirmatory By-Law
- Request from Gore Bay Meredith Street Market to expand hours to 1 p.m.
Public Works and Properties
The Public Works and Properties Committee reviewed several tenders for waterfront and municipal building projects. The body also addressed a public petition regarding the design of a new pavilion and discussed medical centre renovations.
- Recommended awarding museum roof tender to RWS Roofing for $180,800 including HST
- Recommended awarding boardwalk bridge project to Eagle Bridge for $73,175 plus taxes
- Recommended awarding helical screw pile installation to Handy Andy for $94,908 plus taxes
- Recommended awarding museum glass roof portion to Martin Glass for $13,127.89 including HST
- Awarded Tulloch $15,900 plus HST for bridge abutment design and $10,600 for habitat assessment
General Government
The General Government Committee is reviewing physician recruitment strategies and the development of a new park and trail link. The body is also considering updates to zoning, parking, and fire permit by-laws.
- Proposed agreement with Martian Properties for a trail linking to Noble Nature trail
- Proposed purchase of benches, planters, and picnic tables for a park on Meredith Street
- Discussion of physician recruitment and a potential medical team join with Mindemoya
- Review of Fire Permit By-law 2006-34
- Discussion of Electric Vehicle Chargers donation request for the Marina
Transfer Station Committee
The committee is discussing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a two-year wet waste and recyclable collection contract. Members will also review the transfer station's design layout and summer operating hours.
- Request for Proposal for wet waste and recyclable collection delivery to H. Dodge Haulage
- Discussion of Transfer Station design layout
- Review of summer hours for site attendants