Greenstone public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on a 5% water and wastewater rate increase for 2022, along with approving the rate-supported environmental operating and capital budgets. They will also consider a $5.4 million interim borrowing by-law, a rural transportation program for seniors, and the permanent closure of Fire Station 3 in Caramat. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Approve 5% water and wastewater rate increase for 2022
- Approve $5,400,000 interim borrowing by-law for 2022
- Approve one part-time employee for Rural Transportation Program for Seniors in Longlac and Geraldton
- Permanent closure of Fire Station 3 in Caramat
- Approve 2022 Cemetery Care and Maintenance Fund contribution increases
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on several items, including a conditional offer to purchase municipal lands in Geraldton Ward for a multi-residential building, new curling club leases, and proposed changes to the fire services bylaw. They will also set priorities for the remainder of their term. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19 but will be livestreamed.
- Conditional acceptance of offer to purchase municipal lands fronting 1st and 2nd Street West, Geraldton Ward, for a multi-residential building
- New curling club leases with 2-year terms expiring April 2023, $5 million insurance coverage, 0% rate increase
- Proposed changes to the Establishing and Regulating Bylaw for fire services
- Support resolution from Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake regarding OHIP Eye Care
- Council to identify three priorities: mine-related items, Official Plan, and landfill EA
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to receive reports, including an OPP crime update, and to make decisions on surplus equipment, a commemorative plaque, and delegations for the 2022 ROMA Conference. Council will also provide direction on its term plan priorities and consider appointments to housing corporation boards. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- OPP report on crime statistics for July-September 2021
- Motion to relocate Ducks Unlimited Canada plaque dedicated to Gerry English to municipal waterfront grounds
- Motion to declare surplus goods and equipment for sale
- Direction on Council Term Plan priorities
- Delegation requests for 2022 ROMA Conference
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on appointing Kristina Miousse as Interim Clerk, fill the Nakina Ward councillor vacancy by formal vote, and consider several staff recommendations including a zoning by-law amendment, sludge bed mitigation, and fire services items. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but will be livestreamed.
- Appointment of Kristina Miousse as Interim Clerk
- Appointment of a councillor for Nakina Ward vacancy
- Zoning by-law amendment application - public meeting to be scheduled
- Sludge bed mitigation measures at Octopus Lake Sludge Dewatering Site
- Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment approval
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving a fire master plan and community risk assessment, awarding a culvert design contract, and selling municipal land. They will also consider extending a purchase agreement for a property on Blueberry Road and declaring surplus firefighter PPE for donation. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Award RFP PS-2021-11 for Hwy 584 culvert design to TBT Engineering
- Approve application to Municipal Modernization Program for a Fire Master Plan
- Declare surplus and donate expired PPE (74 bunker gear, 57 helmets, 62 boots) to Firefighters without Borders
- Approve one-year extension to purchase agreement with NE DAA KII ME NAAN INC. for Blueberry Road land
- Accept offer to purchase 538 Michael Power Blvd from Greenstone Mine
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will consider declaring the Nakina Ward councillor seat vacant and decide how to fill it. They will also review the 2022 Fees and Charges By-Law, an investment policy update, and a request from Needak to extend a purchase agreement. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but will be livestreamed.
- Declare Nakina Ward councillor seat vacant and choose appointment option
- Direct staff to bring forward 2022 Fees and Charges By-Law
- Approve revised 2021 Investment Policy
- Support 988 suicide and crisis hotline resolution from Town of Petrolia
- Approve memorial ice painting for Carol Tanguay at Longlac Sportsplex
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will receive reports and make decisions on several key items, including adopting a new Official Plan, zoning amendments for bed and breakfasts and lodging houses, a COVID-19 vaccination policy, and a landfill engineering contract. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but will be livestreamed.
- Adoption of a new Official Plan for the Municipality of Greenstone
- Zoning by-law amendments for Bed & Breakfast and Lodging House Establishments
- By-Law 21-61: COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
- Award RFP PS-2021-01 for Landfill Consulting Engineering Services to KGS Group
- By-Law 21-60: Approval of 2021-2026 Drinking Water Systems Financial Plan
Special Meeting
This special meeting of Greenstone Council is called to receive a staff report (ADMIN 163-21) recommending approval to proceed with an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the sale of selected vacant residential municipal properties to address housing shortages. Council will also consider a confirmatory by-law (21-58) to adopt the meeting's proceedings. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but livestream and recording are available.
- Report ADMIN 163-21: Sale of Municipal Properties for development of housing
- Recommendation to approve Expression of Interest (EOI) for selected lots
- EOI scope includes R2 properties in Geraldton Ward, R5 property in Geraldton, and R1 properties in Longlac
- By-Law 21-58 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
- Meeting closed to public; livestream available
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will consider several items, including the conditional sale of a property at 110 1st Street North for $50,000, a zoning by-law amendment for bed and breakfasts and lodging houses, and an application for infrastructure funding for the Longlac Water Treatment Plant. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Conditional sale of 110 1st Street North, Geraldton Ward to Martian Properties Inc. for $50,000 plus HST
- Direct staff to bring forward zoning by-law amendments for B&Bs and lodging houses
- Approve application to ICIP Green Infrastructure Stream for Longlac Water Treatment Plant upgrades
- Receive draft 2021 Water Financial Plan for final approval
- Approve tender of 538 Michael Power Blvd
Special Meeting
This special meeting of Greenstone Council is called to reconsider resolution 21-177 from June 14, 2021, regarding offers to purchase municipal land in Geraldton Ward. Council will hear staff reports and correspondence, and may decide whether to approve the sale or instead request a report on options for a call for proposals. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but is livestreamed.
- Reconsider motion 21-177 to sell residential and multi-residential land in Geraldton Ward
- Staff report ADMIN 159-21 on offer to purchase land
- Correspondence from Rick and Theresa Daines (TR Daines Properties Inc.) re: offer to purchase properties
- Director of Protective and Planning Services report 105-21 recommends not approving sale at this time
- Motion to hold a public meeting and provide requested report from June 14, 2021
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a $536,800 grant application for the Longlac Sportsplex, a property sale, a fire services agreement, and a banking contract award. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Approve application to Fednor for Canada Community Revitalization Fund for Longlac Sportsplex improvements ($536,800)
- Support offer to purchase 110 1st Street North, Geraldton Ward
- Direct staff to bring back by-law for three-year agency agreement with Fire Marque Inc.
- Award banking services contract to TD Commercial Banking (RFP CPS-2021-01)
- Approve 2022 budget timetable
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several funding applications and expenditures, including two Northern Ontario Heritage Fund (NOHFC) grant applications for the Longlac Sportsplex rehabilitation ($1,152,000) and Poplar Lodge Park Pier rehabilitation ($671,616). They will also consider creating a new Manager of Revenue and Business Analysis position, supporting a resolution on capital gains, and awarding a contract for a loader-mounted sweeper. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Approve NOHFC application for Longlac Sportsplex rehabilitation ($1,152,000; Council commits $652,000)
- Approve NOHFC application for Poplar Lodge Park Pier rehabilitation ($671,616; Council commits $171,616)
- Direct staff to create report on estimated loss from Longlac Sawmill closure
- Award RFP PS-2021-07 for loader-mounted sweeper to Colvoy Enterprises 2012 Limited (ACAP-funded)
- Approve sole-source contract to CIMCO Refrigeration for Geraldton Community Centre ice pad header projects
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on several contracts and by-laws, including a $591,840 airport runway paving contract, a cemetery expansion award, and the 2021 tax ratios and rates. They will also discuss the economic impact of the Longlac Sawmill shutdown and consider extending the Seniors Without Walls program.
- Award Tender PS-2021-10 for airport runway apron paving to Bruno's Contracting (Thunder Bay) Limited for $591,840 plus HST
- Award RFP PS-2020-09 for Geraldton Pinegrove Cemetery Expansion to Lees & Associates
- Approve By-Law 21-45 (2021 tax ratios) and By-Law 21-46 (2021 tax rates)
- Authorize demolition of 101 A Bayview Street in Longlac
- Discuss economic impact of Longlac Sawmill shutdown
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on the 2021 budget, water and sewer rates, and whether to suspend summer day camp and pool operations. They will also consider a temporary patio program, a home support worker policy, and receive several informational reports. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Proposed 2021 Budget and Transmittal Report (tabled from May 10)
- By-law to set water and sewer rates for 2021/2022
- Motion to suspend Summer Day Camp and Greenstone Pool for 2021
- Temporary Patio Program by-law due to COVID-19
- Nakina Home Support Worker Program Policy
Special Meeting
This special meeting was called to consider items postponed from the May 10 regular meeting due to technical issues, including the proposed 2021 budget. Council will deliberate the operating and capital budgets, which propose a 2.75% tax levy increase, and will also consider a by-law to authorize an ACAP funding agreement for runway apron rehabilitation at the R. Elmer Ruddick Nakina Airport. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Proposed 2021 operating budget of $26,390,054, including $4,780,529 transfer to capital
- Proposed tax levy of $15,678,196, a 2.75% increase over prior year
- Proposed capital expenditure budget of $13,607,774
- By-Law 21-36 to authorize ACAP funding agreement for runway apron rehabilitation at R. Elmer Ruddick Nakina Airport (100% funding up to $944,671)
- Water and wastewater rates proposed to increase by 5%
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to receive the proposed 2021 budget and transmittal report, and to decide on several by-laws including an airport capital assistance agreement for runway apron rehabilitation at Nakina Airport and a temporary patio program due to COVID-19. Council will also consider delegation requests to provincial ministers and discuss a scam alert. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with livestream access.
- Proposed 2021 Budget Transmittal Report (report 083-21)
- By-Law 21-36: ACAP funding agreement for runway apron rehabilitation at R. Elmer Ruddick Nakina Airport
- By-Law 21-37: Temporary Patio Program due to COVID-19
- Delegation requests for Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry
- Deputation from Ontario Waterpower Association on waterpower opportunities
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will consider a resolution asking the province to reopen outdoor amenities closed by COVID-19 restrictions, appoint members to develop a Police Services Board proposal with First Nations, and vote on several by-laws including a campground operating agreement, an option to purchase golf course holes, a homelessness prevention funding agreement, and a property tax extension. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- Resolution to ask province to reconsider closing outdoor amenities (baseball diamonds, soccer fields, skateboard parks, golf courses, playgrounds)
- Appointment of two members to lead Police Services Board proposal with area First Nations
- By-law 21-30: Operating agreement with Northwood Lodging for Riverview Campground
- By-law 21-32: Amendment to option to purchase Kenogamisis Golf Course Holes 10-18 with Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc.
- By-law 21-33: Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative – Food Security 2021 funding agreement with TBDSSAB
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on a $17,872 grant to the Superior Greenstone District School Board for a new daycare and EarlyON Centre, and authorize a lawsuit against its insurers for fire losses at the Geraldton Ward Public Works Garage. They will also consider several by-laws, including a fire safety grant agreement, renewal of the Integrity Commissioner, and a park operating agreement for Riverview Campground. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but will be livestreamed.
- Grant of $17,872 to Superior Greenstone District School Board for new Daycare and EarlyON Centre
- Authorize Statement of Claim against insurers for fire losses at Geraldton Ward Public Works Garage
- By-Law 21-28: Fire Safety Grant Transfer Payment Agreement with Ontario Fire Marshal
- By-Law 21-29: Renewal of Integrity Commissioner appointment
- By-Law 21-30: Park Operating Agreement with Northwood Lodging for Riverview Campground
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will receive the OCWA Q4 water/wastewater report, approve minutes, and consider several decisions including the 2021 budget presentation format, a funding application for Poplar Lodge Park Pier rehabilitation, a $17,872 building permit fee refund to the school board, and three by-laws for agreements (communications tower, Lifeline, and LHIN extension). The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- Proposed 2021 Budget presentation format approval
- NOHFC funding application for Poplar Lodge Park Pier rehabilitation
- Refund of $17,872 building permit fees to Superior Greenstone District School Board for daycare/EarlyOn centre
- By-law 21-24: Northern Rural Net communications tower lease agreement
- By-law 21-25: Philips Lifeline agreement; By-law 21-26: LHIN extension agreement
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving $22,433.89 for new playground equipment at the Geraldton Family Resource Centre and setting a $250 MedEvac airport landing fee. They will also consider by-laws on water penalty relief, electronic meeting participation, and a significant event policy, plus receive various staff reports. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Approve $22,433.89 capital project for playground equipment at Geraldton Family Resource Centre
- Set MedEvac Airport Landing Fee at $250 for 2021 for R. Elmer Ruddick Nakina Airport and Greenstone Regional Airport
- By-law 21-22: temporary amendment of late payment charges on water bills
- By-law 21-20: allow electronic participation for Council and committees
- By-law 21-21: adopt a Declaration of Significant Event Policy
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide whether to close sports complexes for the rest of the winter season and whether to apply for NOHFC funding to rehabilitate the Longlac Sportsplex. They will also consider several by-laws, including a policy framework, a lease renewal for MNRF staff quarters, and appointments for emergency management and animal control. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but can be viewed via livestream.
- Closure of Sports Complexes for remainder of 2020/21 Winter season
- NOHFC Community Enhancement Program application for Longlac Sportsplex rehabilitation
- By-Law 21-14: Airport Lease Renewal for MNRF Staff Accommodations Facility
- By-Law 21-15: Designate Community Emergency Management Coordinator
- By-Law 21-16/21-17: Revoke and appoint Interim Animal Control Officer
Regular Council
Greenstone Council's Feb 8, 2021 meeting includes routine approvals, staff reports, and several decisions: deeming by-laws for properties in Longlac and Nakina, an extension agreement, and a Provincial Gas Tax Agreement. Council will also discuss EMS services in Beardmore and consider a change to Lifeline services.
- Deeming by-law for 130 & 131 Bellevue Cr., Longlac Ward
- Deeming by-law for 120 & 122 Highland Crescent, Nakina Ward (By-Law 21-09)
- Extension agreement for property roll no. 5876 710 00218300.0000 (By-Law 21-10)
- Provincial Gas Tax Agreement for public transportation (By-Law 21-11)
- Discussion on EMS services in Beardmore Ward
Special Meeting
This special meeting of Greenstone Council is called to discuss and consider staffing matters. Council will vote on two by-laws: one to revoke the appointment of Jack Kuzminski as Treasurer and Director of Corporate Services following his retirement, and another to appoint Brian Parrott as interim Treasurer. The meeting will also include a closed session for confidential staffing matters and a confirmatory by-law.
- By-Law 21-05 to revoke Jack Kuzminski's appointment as Treasurer and Director of Corporate Services, repealing By-Law 03-57 and rescinding Resolution 12-156
- By-Law 21-06 to appoint Brian Parrott as interim Treasurer
- Closed meeting to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals and labour relations/employee negotiations
- By-Law 21-07 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting
- Public not permitted to attend due to COVID-19; meeting available via livestream
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will vote on a resolution opposing the proposed closure of the Beardmore EMS base, approve the conditional sale of 1000 Main Street for $205,999, and consider several by-laws including interim tax and borrowing. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with livestream access.
- Resolution opposing Thunder Bay's 2021-2030 Paramedic Master Plan closure of Beardmore EMS base
- Conditional sale of 1000 Main Street, Geraldton Ward to 2564871 Ontario Inc for $205,999 plus HST
- By-law 21-02 authorizing temporary borrowing of $5,400,000 for 2021
- By-law 21-01 for interim tax levy for 2021
- Agreement to allow Northern Rural Net Inc. to install a 65' communications tower for high-speed internet in Beardmore Ward