Greenstone public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council is considering a shift from 8 to 4 annual property tax installments and the creation of several obligatory reserve funds. The body will also review the sale of lands to Greenstone Gold GP Inc. and a franchise agreement with Union Gas/Enbridge.
- Proposal to change property tax installments from 8 to 4 per year
- Authorization to write off $117,065.78 in taxes on vested lands
- By-law 22-92 to authorize the sale of lands to Greenstone Gold GP Inc.
- Draft by-law 22-91 for Union Gas/Enbridge Franchise Agreement
- Appointment of five members to the Greenstone Public Library Board
Inaugural Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone held an inaugural meeting to facilitate the declaration of office for the Mayor and Councillors. The council is deciding on the formal appointment of a Deputy-Mayor and the confirmation of the meeting's proceedings.
- By-law 22-89: Appointment of Matthew Donovan as Deputy-Mayor
- By-law 22-90: Confirmatory by-law for the proceedings of December 5, 2022
- Declaration of office for Mayor James McPherson and eight Councillor-elects
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on the sale of 135 Northwood Drive and the adoption of an updated Asset Management Plan. The body is also discussing a proposed Land Acknowledgement Policy and 2023 priorities.
- Proposed sale of 135 Northwood Drive, Nakina Ward to Barry Marontate & Brooke Greco for $5,300 plus HST
- Adoption of By-law 22-86 for an updated Asset Management Plan
- Appointment of Natasha Viita as Deputy Treasurer via By-law 22-87
- Proposed deeming by-law for 117 & 119 Kenogami Road
- Rejection of purchase offer for 424 Aspen Drive, Nakina Ward
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council is reviewing an updated Asset Management Plan and several new municipal policies. The meeting includes decisions on service contracts, staffing additions, and the adoption of various by-laws.
- Proposed 1.1% tax levy increase, 1.1% water rate levy increase, and 1.0% wastewater levy increase for 2023
- Service contract for rural snow windrow removal awarded to Barino Construction at $127.20 per hour
- Proposed addition of one full-time equivalent (FTE) Building Official
- Adoption of new Cemetery By-Law (22-80) and Child Care and Early Years' Agreement (22-79)
- Presentation of a Draft Zoning By-Law and a Community Risk Assessment and Master Fire Plan
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is reviewing an updated Asset Management Plan that includes proposed tax and water rate levy increases for 2023. The body is also deciding on new municipal policies and the purchase of heavy equipment.
- Proposed 1.1% tax levy, 1.1% water rate levy, and 1.0% wastewater levy increase for 2023
- Purchase of a used John Deere 772G motor grader for $310,368.00
- Proposed $10,000 promotional budget (50/50 partnership) for scheduled passenger service at Greenstone Regional Airport
- Declaration of surplus for residential lands at 46, 48, 50, and 52 The Olde Road, Geraldton Ward
- Proposed adoption of Asset Disposal, Council IT Usage, and Right to Disconnect policies
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on several land sales to Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc. and funding for emergency repairs on Hwy 584. The body is also reviewing the 2021 audited financial statements and a proposed municipal housing strategy.
- Award of $6,708,280.72 contract to LH North Ltd. for Geraldton Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrades
- Direct award of $619,016.26 to TBT Engineering Ltd for project management services
- Transfer of $300,000 from Federal Gas Tax Reserve for emergency overflow culverts on Hwy 584
- Proposed sale of lands at PIN 62413-1730, Midlane Street at Highway 11, and McLeod Subdivision to Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc.
- Approval of an RFP for a Municipal Housing Strategy with 2023 pre-budget approval
Regular Council
Council will decide on the purchase of a new mobile water supply fire apparatus and approve new policies for debt management and reserve funds. The meeting includes discussions on senior water rate reductions and the enactment of a sign regulation by-law.
- Award of tender to Fort Garry Fire Trucks for $555,155.75 for a new fire apparatus
- Approval of Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy and Debt Management Policy
- By-Law 22-63 to regulate the placement of signs in the municipality
- By-Law 22-62 for a Transfer Payment Agreement regarding the ICIP Green Infrastructure Stream
- By-Law 22-61 for a partnership with Good Companions Seniors' Centre for the SCWW Expansion Project
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on a minor variance application to allow a larger accessory building at 156 Centennial Drive in Longlac. The body will also consider rescinding a previous resolution to correct errors in past meeting minutes.
- Minor variance application MV-01/22 to increase maximum lot coverage for an accessory building from 10% to 12.5% for a 24' x 32' garage at 156 Centennial Drive
- Proposal to rescind Resolution 22-172 to correct the attendance record of Councillor Assad for the January 17, 2022 meeting
- Approval of minutes from Committee of Adjustment meetings held January 17, February 28, and May 2, 2022
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on emergency equipment for the Geraldton Water Treatment Plant and a new by-law to regulate sign placement. The body will also discuss opting into the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.
- Emergency purchase of a replacement high lift pump for the Geraldton Water Treatment Plant
- Draft 'Regulate Placement of Signs' By-law
- Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement opt-in
- Year-round maintenance agreement for Old Arena Road
- Amendment to the multi-sector service accountability agreement with Ontario Health North
Special Meeting
The purpose of this special meeting is for Council to receive an educational session. The agenda includes a request to proceed in-camera to discuss the session.
- Educational session for Council
- By-Law 22-58 to confirm meeting proceedings
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to approve 2022 property tax rates and ratios and adopt policies for purchasing, travel expenses, and council remuneration. The body will also consider several equipment purchases and lease agreements.
- By-law 22-53 to levy and collect property taxes for 2022
- Purchase of two Edraulic Combi Tools for $36,623.42
- One-time donation of $2,000.00 to the Caramat Community Club
- Lease agreement with Leah Deans (FryWay 11) for a food truck at Beardmore Administrative Office
- By-law 22-52 for deeming of 106 & 108 Thornton Street, Nakina Ward
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on the 2022 tax-supported budget and policies regarding council remuneration, travel expenses, and purchasing. The body is also reviewing funding agreements for infrastructure rehabilitation and the cancellation of certain community programs.
- By-Law 22-50 to adopt the 2022 Tax Supported Budget
- NOHFC funding agreements for Poplar Lodge Park Pier and Longlac Sportsplex rehabilitation
- Proposed cancellation of all 2022 Day Camp programs and the Nakina after school program
- By-Law 22-47 to regulate Open Air Burning
- Request from FryWay 11 for a seasonal lease and utility hook-up at 285 Main Street, Beardmore
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on four applications: three consents to sever (B-001/22, B-002/22, B-003/22) and one lot addition (B-004/22). The agenda includes recommendations to grant all four applications, based on reports from the Director of Protective and Planning Services. Public meetings were held on May 2, 2022, with no comments received in support or opposition.
- Consent to sever B-001/22 for industrial lot on Old Arena Road (4.47 ha)
- Consent to sever B-002/22 for commercial lot on Michael Power Blvd (10.95 ha)
- Consent to sever B-003/22 for lot on Lake Street, Longlac
- Lot addition B-004/22 on Kenogami Drive
- Applications tied to Greenstone Gold Mines transfer to First Nations development LP
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will consider finalizing the 2022 budget with specific adjustments, including insurance coverage changes, phasing out credit card payments, and adding $47,900 in MTO revenues. They will also vote on selling a property at 144 Skinner Ave. for $9,000, approve zoning by-law amendments for bed and breakfasts and lodging houses, and receive several routine reports.
- 2022 budget adjustments: insurance coverage, credit card phase-out, $47,900 MTO revenue
- Sale of 144 Skinner Ave., Longlac to Ellen Rebecca Adams for $9,000 plus HST
- Zoning by-law amendments for Bed & Breakfast and Lodging House establishments (By-law 22-43)
- Zoning by-law amendments ZBA-001/22 and ZBA-002/22 (By-laws 22-44, 22-45)
- Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative Food Security Agreement (By-law 22-42)
Public Meeting
Greenstone Council is holding a public hearing to consider zoning by-law amendments for two parcels to be transferred from Greenstone Gold Mines to a development corporation representing three First Nations. One parcel on Old Arena Road would be rezoned to General Industrial (M), and one on Michael Power Boulevard to General Commercial (CG). The public may speak for or against the applications, and Council will receive a staff report recommending approval.
- ZBA-001/22: Rezone Old Arena Road parcel (4.47 ha) to General Industrial (M)
- ZBA-002/22: Rezone Michael Power Blvd. parcel (10.95 ha) to General Commercial (CG)
- Lands to be conveyed to Minodahmun Development LP (representing Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek, Aroland First Nation, Ginoogaming First Nation)
- Both parcels near former Little Longlac Mine; Ministry review found low mine hazard risk
- No immediate financial impact; future development expected to create jobs and tax revenue
Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of Greenstone Council called for the sole purpose of holding an educational or training session for council members. The agenda indicates the council is expected to move into a closed in-camera session for this training, with no public discussion or decision-making. The meeting also includes routine items such as a confirmatory by-law and adjournment.
- Special meeting called under Section 240(a) of the Municipal Act, 2001
- Closed in-camera session for an Educational Session under Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act
- Confirmatory By-Law 22-XX to adopt proceedings of the meeting
- Meeting held at Greenstone Council Chambers, 1800 Main Street, Geraldton Ward
Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting
The Greenstone Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to consider four applications: two for new lot creation (B-001/22 on Old Arena Road and B-002/22 on Michael Power Boulevard), one for consent to sever (B-003/22 on Lake Street), and one for a lot addition (B-004/22 on Kenogami Drive). The meeting includes receiving reports from the Director of Protective and Planning Services and hearing oral and written statements from the public. The applications for B-001/22 and B-002/22 involve land to be transferred from Greenstone Gold Mines to Minodahmun Development LP for industrial and commercial development, and were deferred from August 2021 pending the new Official Plan.
- B-001/22: new lot creation on Old Arena Road for industrial purposes (4.47 ha, frontage 338.14 m)
- B-002/22: new lot creation on Michael Power Boulevard for commercial plaza (10.95 ha, frontage 334.4 m)
- B-003/22: consent to sever on Lake Street
- B-004/22: lot addition on Kenogami Drive
- Reports PPS 119-22 and PPS 116-22 to be received
Public Meeting
Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on proposed amendments to zoning by-laws in Geraldton, Beardmore, Nakina, and Longlac to permit bed and breakfast and lodging house establishments in residential and rural zones. The amendments would allow up to four guest suites, require off-street parking, and update outdated definitions. Council may adopt the amendment at a subsequent meeting if no objections are received.
- Proposed zoning by-law amendment to permit B&Bs and lodging houses in residential and rural zones
- Maximum of four guest suites per establishment; off-street parking required
- One on-site advertising sign permitted for B&Bs
- Updates definitions: 'Single Family Dwelling' to 'Single Detached Dwelling', 'Family' to 'Household'
- Existing B&Bs with more than four rooms will be grandfathered
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on the 2022 operating and capital budgets, including a 5% tax levy increase, and will consider several other items such as anti-Indigenous racism education, a $30,000 grant to the Kenogamisis Golf Club, and new water and sewer rates. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- 2022 operating budget expenditures of $20,359,134 and 5% tax levy increase
- $30,000 request for financial support from Kenogamisis Golf Club
- Anti-Indigenous Racism Education report and proposed actions
- 2022-2023 Water and Sewer Rates By-Law 22-38
- Motion to declare corner lot on Michael Power Boulevard not surplus
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will fill the vacant Geraldton Ward councillor seat by formal vote, consider cancelling all recreational swim programs for 2022, and decide on several contracts including road salt supply and water pollution control plant upgrades. The agenda also includes reports on zoning amendments, cemetery expansion, and airport operations, plus policy adoptions for election resources and performance management.
- Appoint individual to fill Geraldton Ward councillor vacancy for remainder of 2018-2022 term
- Award RFP PS-2022-02 to H2Flow Tanks and Systems Inc. for $547,257 plus HST for Geraldton Water Pollution and Control Plant upgrades
- Award tender PS-2022-05 for road salt to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. at $152.00 per metric tonne plus HST
- Cancel all Greenstone recreational swim programs for 2022
- Approve By-Law 22-35 adopting Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy, repealing By-Law 18-11
Regular Council
Council will vote on conditional land sales to Greenstone Gold Mine for $30,000 and $100,000, award a five-year park operator contract for MacLeod Provincial Park, and approve capital transfers to reserves. They will also consider several by-laws, including campground fees and a road closing, and receive reports on public services and election resource use.
- Conditional sale of four properties (303 Beamish Ave. W., 317 Clarke Ave. E., 809 and 811 1st St. W.) to Greenstone Gold Mine for $30,000 plus HST
- Conditional sale of ten properties on Assad Cr. and Daneff Cr. to Greenstone Gold Mine for $100,000 plus HST
- Award RFP PS-2022-03 to Geraldton Community Forest for five-year operation of MacLeod Provincial Park
- Approve 2021 capital transfers to reserves: $1,141,231 from environmental budget and $614,361 from tax levy capital budget
- By-law 22-33 to permanently close Hardrock Road in McNabb Plan of Subdivision
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on awarding a roof replacement contract for the Longlac Sportsplex, approve a property sale, and consider a funding application for wastewater expansion. The meeting also includes receiving routine staff reports and a police services presentation.
- Award RFT PS-2022-01 for re-roofing Longlac Sportsplex to Rugged Air Industries Ltd., with $60,000 additional funds
- Conditional sale of 106 Thornton Street, Nakina Ward to Patrick D. Ernest for $5,000 plus HST
- Approve NOHFC Community Enhancement Program application for Geraldton Wastewater Expansion Phase 1 ($4,804,700), with $2,807,700 municipal contribution
- Declare vacancy for Geraldton Ward Councillor (1 of 2 seats) and fill by appointment
- Receive OPP detachment report for Oct-Dec 2021
Committee of Adjustment
The Greenstone Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on application B-001/2021, a consent to sever a 1.69-hectare parcel at 101 Antilla Road on Wildgoose Lake to create a new building lot for a seasonal recreational dwelling. The public hearing was held January 17, 2022, with no objections. The committee will vote to grant or deny the consent, with conditions if approved.
- Consent to sever application B-001/2021 for 101 Antilla Road, Wildgoose Lake
- Severed lot: 1.69 hectares (4.2 acres), retained: 1.7 hectares (4.2 acres)
- Proposed use: single detached seasonal recreational dwelling with private septic and well
- No objections received at public meeting or to date
- Appeal deadline: March 21, 2022, to Ontario Land Tribunal
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a grant for the Training Centre facility, a zoning by-law amendment, campground fees, and a septic pumping grant program. They will also hear presentations on water/wastewater operations and the library budget, and consider extending the Longlac Arena ice season.
- Grant of $426,947.33 for Training Centre (Roll #587674000900100.0010)
- Zoning By-law amendment ZBA-01 2022 (By-law 22-25)
- 2022 Campground Fees (By-law 22-23)
- Septic Pumping Grant Program (By-law 22-24)
- Extension of Longlac Arena ice season to April 24
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several by-laws, including a new Open Air Burning By-law, a Temporary Patio Program due to COVID-19, and a Cost of Living Adjustment Policy. They will also hear a physician recruiter report and consider a scholarship extension. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19 but livestreamed.
- New Open Air Burning By-law (report FS-034-22) to be presented for adoption at March 14 meeting
- Temporary Patio Program due to COVID-19 (By-law 22-17) with authority delegated to Director of Protective and Planning Services
- Cost of Living Adjustment Policy for non-unionized staff (By-law 22-18)
- Provincial Gas Tax Agreement for public transportation funding (By-law 22-19)
- Alternative voting by telephone/internet for 2022 election (By-law 22-20)
Public Meeting
Greenstone Council is holding a public hearing to consider a zoning by-law amendment for 1026 Main Street in Geraldton Ward. The amendment would rezone the property from Commercial Zone 1 (C1) to Residential Zone 3 Exception 1 (R3-X1) to permit converting the existing duplex into a fourplex by adding two basement units. The public can submit written or verbal comments, but due to COVID-19, attendance is limited to livestream. Council will decide on the amendment at a later meeting.
- Zoning by-law amendment for 1026 Main Street, Geraldton Ward
- Rezone from Commercial Zone 1 (C1) to Residential Zone 3 Exception 1 (R3-X1)
- Convert duplex to 4-unit dwelling (two basement units)
- Public hearing under Section 34 of the Planning Act
- No objections at October 25, 2021 meeting
Special Meeting
At this special meeting, Greenstone Council will decide whether to adopt By-Law 22-15, a new Official Plan for the entire municipality, which would repeal the existing official plans of Geraldton, Beardmore, Nakina, and Longlac. The plan has been in development for over a decade and was the subject of a public meeting on January 10, 2022. Council will also consider a confirmatory by-law (22-16) for the meeting's proceedings. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but is livestreamed.
- Adoption of By-Law 22-15 to repeal and adopt a new Official Plan for the Municipality of Greenstone
- Submission of the adopted plan to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for approval
- Repeal of four existing official plans for former municipalities (Geraldton, Beardmore, Nakina, Longlac)
- Plan includes updates for the Ring of Fire development and Greenstone Gold mine, including Highway 11 realignment
- One outstanding objection from Mr. Michael Malouf, deemed without land use planning merit
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several items, including amendments to the septic tank pumping rebate program, road closure procedures for Highway 584 and Hardrock Road, and the voting method for the 2022 municipal election. They will also hear presentations on a natural gas extension project and the Integrity Commissioner's annual report, and consider various by-laws and staff reports.
- Septic Tank Pumping Rebate Policy amendment: max $200 per property, three-year cycle, tourist operators with 3+ tanks up to $1,500 annually
- Road closing procedures for Highway 584 and Hardrock Road, transfer to Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc.
- 2022 Municipal Election: authorize voting by telephone and internet
- Speed limit change on Michael Power Boulevard from 80 km/h to 60 km/h
- By-law 22-10: Interim Taxation By-law for 2022
Public Meeting - Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to consider a consent application (B-001/2021) to sever a parcel of land on Anttila Road near Wildgoose Lake, creating one new building lot for a seasonal recreational dwelling. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation via livestream or written correspondence. No objections have been received to date, and a decision will be made at a subsequent meeting.
- Application B-001/2021 for consent to sever land on Anttila Road, approximately 22 km west of Highway #11 and Michael Power Blvd.
- Severed lot: approximately 1.69 hectares (4.2 acres), to be served by private septic system and well.
- Retained portion: approximately 1.7 hectares (4.2 acres).
- Purpose: construction of a single detached seasonal recreational (summer) dwelling.
- No objections received to date; decision to be made at a later Committee meeting.
Public Meeting to Consider the Official Plan
This is a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a new Official Plan for Greenstone, a 25-year plan (2021-2046) that guides growth and development, including potential Ring-of-Fire-related growth. The meeting is closed to in-person attendance due to COVID-19; residents can watch via livestream and submit written comments. The plan focuses growth in six urban centres, allows shoreline residential development on designated lakes, and includes policies on climate change, housing, and resource management. Public input is sought before adoption, and the plan will be submitted to the province for approval.
- New Official Plan for 2021-2046, with contingency for Ring-of-Fire growth
- Growth directed to six urban centres: Beardmore, Jellicoe, Geraldton, Nakina, Longlac, Caramat
- Shoreline residential development permitted on designated lakes, including seasonal-to-permanent conversions
- Rural area uses include airports, salvage yards, landfill sites, and traditional Indigenous land uses
- Plan includes policies on climate change, walkability, and alternative energy systems
Special Meeting
This special meeting of Greenstone Council is called to receive and consider adoption of the 2020 audited financial statements, presented by Grant Thornton LLP, and to consider a by-law appointing the Committee of Adjustment. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but will be livestreamed. The agenda includes only these two substantive items plus procedural matters.
- Adoption of 2020 audited financial statements (Report 260-21)
- By-law 22-02 to appoint Committee of Adjustment for minor variances
- Mayor to be Chairperson of 2022 Committee of Adjustment
- By-law 22-03 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
- Presentation from auditors Grant Thornton LLP