Greenstone public meetings in 2023
32 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council is reviewing the 2024 tax-supported operating and capital budgets, including a proposed 3.0% tax levy increase. The meeting also covers new property standards and clean yards by-laws, fire fleet procurement, and various municipal policy updates.
- Proposed 2024 operating budget expenditures of $21,136,048 and total capital expenditures of $8,332,347
- Proposed 3.0% tax levy increase to generate an estimated $18.05 million in revenue
- Procurement of three pumper/tanker and one tanker fire apparatus for 2025 or 2026 delivery
- By-law to authorize temporary borrowing of $5,400,000 for 2024
- Adoption of a new Property Standards By-law and a Clean Yards By-law
Public Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone is holding a public meeting to consider changes to a draft Zoning By-law. The session includes a presentation by Tunnock Consulting Ltd and an opportunity for public statements in support or opposition.
- Proposed site-specific zoning for an adult entertainment parlour at 107 3rd St. N., Geraldton
- Proposed permitted use for an animal rescue center at 109 Hamel Avenue, Longlac
- Recognition of Animbiigoo Zaagi igan Anishinaabek Indigenous Reserve in Legault Township
- Elimination of M1-X Exception zone in Beardmore
- Zoning changes for Beaupre, Gosselin, and O’Handley properties
Regular Council
The Council is considering a service delivery review to develop a playground renewal plan and reduce total sites. Other items include a new significant weather event policy, waste management fees for First Nations, and storm sewer repairs.
- Playground renewal plan involving public consultation and site reduction
- Declaration of Significant Weather Event Policy
- Storm sewer system repair on Kenogami Road up to $70,000
- Interim waste management fee of $318.00 per household for BNA, BZA and AZA First Nation
- Temporary reduction of hours at Longlac Sportsplex
Special Meeting
This special meeting is dedicated to an education and training session for continued Council Orientation. The session is closed to the public as permitted by the Municipal Act, 2001.
- Education and Training Session for Council Orientation
- By-law 23-71 to confirm the proceedings of the October 30, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council is reviewing several capital expenditures, including mechanical upgrades for community centers and roof repairs for the Longlac Sportsplex. The meeting also includes a presentation from Greenstone Mine regarding its construction progress toward a 2024 gold pour.
- Proposed $1.09 million total allocation for Municipal Community Centres Mechanical Upgrades ($416,679 in 2024 and $673,586 in 2025)
- Proposed transfer of up to $75,000 from General Capital Reserve for Longlac Sportsplex roof improvements
- Proposed $32,000 for Fire Alarm System upgrades at the Family Resource Centre
- Proposed purchase of a used wheelchair accessible minivan for specialized transit
- Proposed conversion of a 50-metre section of Skinner Avenue in Longlac from asphalt to gravel
Regular Council
Council is deciding on the establishment of a reserve fund for a new municipal pool and reviewing general administration service delivery. The meeting also includes decisions on transportation services and the opening of a portion of Michael Power Boulevard.
- Proposed $73,000 annual contribution to a new Pool Reserve Fund starting in 2024
- Proposed immediate closure of the volunteer-based Aging at Home Transportation Program
- By-law 23-65 to open a realigned portion of Michael Power Boulevard
- Proposed 2024 initiatives for a compensation review and a third-party Health and Safety program review
- Proposed implementation of an emergency notification system in 2024
Regular Council
Council is reviewing the 2024 budget framework, including proposed tax levy increases and grant allocations. The meeting also covers updates to the housing strategy, campground fee increases, and winter road control standards.
- 2024 Budget Framework: Proposed 1.1% levy for core infrastructure, 1.0% for facility rehab, and 1.0% for Fire Master Plan
- Housing Strategy: Proposed Zoning By-Law updates for tiny homes and secondary dwellings
- Campgrounds and Marina: Proposed user fee increases up to 30% and termination of MacLeod Provincial Park operating agreement
- Winter Control: Proposed postponement of non-critical 2024 Road and Fleet capital projects to update service standards
- Poplar Lodge Park: Proposed reallocation of funds to purchase three portable washrooms from Chery Industrial
Regular Council
Council is deciding on a service delivery review for campgrounds and marinas, including potential fee increases and the termination of an agreement for MacLeod Provincial Park. The body is also considering the immediate elimination of the Greenstone Pool as a service level and the adoption of a new Strategic Plan.
- Proposed user fee increases up to 30% for campgrounds in the 2024 Fees and Charges By-law
- Proposal to eliminate the Greenstone Pool as a service level effective immediately
- Authorization to write off taxes totaling $206,715.34 on vested lands
- Proposed termination of Operating Agreement with Ontario Parks for MacLeod Provincial Park
- Decision on a Specialized Transit Policy and changes to child care service priority
Regular Council
Council is reviewing a draft Strategic Plan and a beautification strategy. The body is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a new Tax Billing and Collection Policy.
- Proposed $2,970,252.29 NOHFC application for Municipal Community Centres Mechanical Upgrades
- Contract award to MBuilds (NWO) Limited Partnership for $1,129,056.71 for Longlac Sportsplex Facility Upgrades
- Purchase of a used 2020 Peterbilt Plow/Sander Truck for $340,896.00
- Contract award to D.R.Fawcett Solutions Inc. for $245,241.60 for Longlac Sportsplex Electrical Upgrades
- Conditional sale of 109 Hamel Avenue, Longlac Ward to Want A Pet?
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on a waterfront rehabilitation contract, the sale of municipal land, and a new animal control contract. The meeting also includes discussions on recreation programming and the proclamation of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
- Award of $648,923.52 to Pete's Backhoe Service Limited for Lake Nipigon Waterfront Rehabilitation - Poplar Lodge Park
- Proposed sale of 113 Couture Crescent, Longlac Ward to Barino Construction Limited for $41,000 plus HST
- Proposed five-year animal control contract with Want A Pet? and sale of 109 Hamel Avenue to the provider
- Approval of a $500.00 donation to the Annual Ginoogaming Pow-Wow
- By-law 23-53 to amend 2023 fees and charges
Regular Council
Council is deciding on a new one-year transportation pilot for seniors and accessibility needs, including the purchase of a van and a new full-time driver. The body is also reviewing a housing strategy forecasting a need for 400 additional units by 2033 and considering the sale of several surplus properties.
- Award of 2023 Paving Program to Bruno's Contracting (Thunder Bay) Ltd. for $2,113,148.16
- Proposed fee increases for Rural Transportation ($2.50 within Ward, $8.00 between Geraldton and Longlac)
- Proposed lease fee changes for Airport lots ($1.87/sqm Airside, $1.50/sqm non-Airside)
- Declaration of surplus for properties at 290 Railway St (Beardmore), 204 Nakina Main St, 102 Parkview Rd (Nakina), 307 Fourth Ave SE and 810 First St (Geraldton)
- Update to Cemetery By-law 22-80 via By-law 23-51
Special Meeting
Council is conducting a multi-day travelling meeting for education and training regarding municipal facilities and assets. The meeting is closed to the public under the Municipal Act for the purpose of member education.
- Tour of Municipal Facilities and Assets
- By-law 23-50 to confirm proceedings for meetings on June 17, 24, and 25, 2023
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on several infrastructure projects and financial reports. Key items include a grant application for mechanical upgrades to municipal community centres and the adoption of 2022 audited financial statements.
- NOHFC grant application for $2,712,000 for Municipal Community Centre Mechanical Upgrades
- Award of RFP PS-2023-06 for Longlac Water Treatment Plant Filter Replacement to KGS Group
- Proposed Reconciliation Action Plan and Proclamation for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
- By-laws 23-47 and 23-48 for the creation and maintenance of reserve funds
- Proposal to suspend Day Camp Summer programs for 2023
Special Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone Council is meeting to conduct a strategic planning exercise. The session focuses on developing a shared vision and a plan to achieve it, covering financial capacity, asset management, and business development.
- Strategic Planning Session led by Brian Parrott and Susan Gesner
- Proposed goals to build financial capacity, including a service delivery review and 10-year budget for infrastructure
- Proposed asset management objectives including condition assessments of buildings, roads, and bridges
- Proposed business development goals including a Housing Strategy and zoning by-law revisions
- By-law 23-46 to confirm the proceedings of the June 1, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
Council is considering the establishment of various reserves and discretionary reserve funds for tax stabilization and capital assets. The body is also deciding on a by-law to opt-out of the Vacant Unit Rebate Program. Additionally, Council will discuss seniors housing and the condition of High Hill Harbour Docks.
- By-law 23-44 to opt-out of the Vacant Unit Rebate Program
- Establishment of Reserves and Discretionary Reserve Funds for tax stabilization and capital assets
- Appointment of a Council representative for the Director of Fire Services/Fire Chief selection team
- Discussion on High Hill Harbour Docks repair plans
- Discussion on possibilities for seniors housing in Greenstone
Special Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone Council is holding a special meeting to meet with the Long Lake 58 First Nation Chief and Council. The meeting focuses on government-to-government relations, including a potential closed session to discuss confidential negotiations and information.
- Government-to-government relations meeting with Long Lake 58 First Nation
- Proposed in-camera session regarding confidential information and negotiation plans
- Passage of By-law 23-43 to confirm meeting proceedings
Regular Council
The Municipality of Greenstone is deciding on the elimination of its vacancy rebate program and the purchase of new equipment. Council will also vote on property tax levies for 2023 and a new policy for temporary outdoor patios.
- Proposed elimination of the vacancy rebate program
- Purchase of a used 2023 Caterpillar 926 M Loader for $286,500.00 plus HST (net $253,500.00 after trade-in)
- By-law 23-40 to levy and collect property taxes for 2023
- By-law 23-39 to establish an Outdoor Physical Extension Program Policy for temporary patios
- In-kind donation of office space at 200 Centre Street, Nakina to the Nakina Heritage Corporation
Special Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone Council is meeting for a strategic planning exercise. The session involves developing a shared vision and a plan to achieve that vision.
- Strategic Planning Session led by Brian Parrott and Susan Gesner
- By-law 23-38 to confirm the proceedings of the May 7, 2023 meeting
Special Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone Council is meeting for a strategic planning exercise. The session involves a recommendation for Council to develop a shared vision and a plan to achieve it.
- Strategic Planning Session led by Brian Parrott and Susan Gesner
- By-law 23-37 to confirm the proceedings of the May 6, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is meeting to approve 2023 tax rates and ratios and discuss a new policy for outdoor physical extensions (temporary patios). The body will also consider contracts for fleet maintenance and the surplus of a former daycare property.
- Approval of 2023 Tax Rates & Ratios
- Proposed surplus of 403 Third Street West in Geraldton (former Daycare) via RFP
- Preventative maintenance contracts with Toromont Cat and John Deere for six heavy equipment units
- By-law 23-35 to enact a Temporary Use Construction Workcamp
- Draft Outdoor Physical Extension program and policy for temporary patios
Special Meeting
The purpose of this special meeting is to conduct an educational session for Council regarding Indigenous Engagement. This session is scheduled to take place in a closed meeting.
- Educational session on Indigenous Engagement
- By-law 23-34 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting
Special Meeting
Council is meeting for an education session regarding Indigenous Engagement. The session is scheduled to be held in-camera.
- Education session on Indigenous Engagement
- By-law 23-33 to confirm the proceedings of the April 21, 2023 meeting
Regular Council
Council is reviewing a 2023 property tax policy presentation and deciding on several service programs. The meeting includes decisions on a facility assessment contract and support for provincial legislation regarding local leader conduct.
- Award of Facility Condition Assessments project to Roth Integrated Asset Management Strategies for $134,411.24
- Proposed support for Bill 5, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
- Decision to operate Riverview Campground for the 2023 season
- By-law 23-30 to authorize Multi-Sector Service Accountability Agreement with Ontario Health
- By-law 23-31 for Homelessness Prevention Program - Food Security Fund with Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council is meeting to decide on service contracts, property sales, and financial policies. The body will also review police reports and reserve fund transfers.
- Proposed $132,944.61 service agreement with CIMCO Refrigeration for ice plants in Beardmore, Geraldton, Longlac, and Nakina
- Proposed sale of 120 1st Ave NE, Geraldton Ward to T&R Daines Holdings Inc. for $22,500.00 plus HST
- Proposed Internal Financial Controls Policy (By-law 23-27)
- Proposed Provincial Gas Tax Agreement (By-law 23-28)
- Final reading of Union Gas/Enbridge Franchise Agreement (By-law 22-91)
Special Meeting
The Municipality of Greenstone is holding a special meeting to receive a Community Risk Assessment and a Fire Master Plan presented by The Loomex Group. These documents identify public safety hazards and provide recommendations for fire protection services.
- Community Risk Assessment report and presentation
- Fire Master Plan report and presentation
- By-law 23-26 to confirm special meeting proceedings
Regular Council
Council is deciding on the 2023 tax-supported budget and revisions to 2023 fees and charges. The body is also considering financial support for engineering studies for the Greenstone pool facility and the renewal of the Integrity Commissioner's appointment.
- 2023 Tax Supported Budget By-law (By-law 23-24)
- Revisions to 2023 Fees and Charges (By-law 23-23)
- Financial support for Superior Greenstone District School Board for pool facility engineering studies
- Renewal agreement for the appointed Integrity Commissioner (By-law 23-22)
- Approval of Internal Financial Controls Policy
Public Meeting
Council is considering an application for a temporary use by-law to allow a construction work camp to continue operating. The camp provides lodging and services for up to 750 people for the Greenstone Gold Mine project.
- Proposed temporary use by-law for 107 Old Arena Road, Geraldton
- Proposed three-year term for the by-law from February 13, 2023, to February 12, 2026
- Camp capacity for up to 750 people
- Public hearing held under Sections 34 and 39 of the Planning Act
Regular Council
Council is reviewing the 2023 Tax Supported Operating and Capital Budgets, including a proposed 5.5% tax levy increase. The meeting also includes presentations on strategic planning and a new housing strategy.
- Proposed 5.5% tax levy increase to generate an estimated $17.24 million in revenue
- First Street Rehabilitation capital project for $2,052,750
- Rural Snowplowing Services contract estimated at $228,960
- Longlac Curling Club Compressor Replacement for $60,000 and Nakina Curling Club Ice Plant Repair for $20,000
- Greenstone Public Library operating levy request for $466,750
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to consider application B-005-2022. The proposal involves severing a parcel of land from 113 Hamel Avenue to be added to 111 Hamel Avenue for business development.
- Consent Application B-005-2022 for severance of 15.24m x 49.52m parcel from 113 Hamel Avenue
- Proposed conveyance of severed land to 111 Hamel Avenue
- Approval of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes
Regular Council
Council is holding a public meeting for input on the 2023 Operating and Capital Budget Proposal. The body is also deciding on new bylaws for water and wastewater budgets, fee schedules, and a water rate relief policy for low-income persons.
- Proposed $5,000 donation and in-kind support for Nakina Ward 100th Anniversary
- Offer to Purchase for 120 1st Ave NE, Geraldton Ward
- By-law 23-14 to establish Water and Sewer Rate Relief for Eligible Low Income Persons
- By-law 23-15 to establish Fees and Charges for 2023
- By-law 23-13 for Rate Supported Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budget
Special Meeting
Council is reviewing the 2023 draft tax-supported operating and capital budgets. The proposal includes a tax levy increase to generate $17.24 million in revenue and a general 2% increase in user fees and charges.
- Proposed 5.5% tax levy increase
- Proposed operating budget expenditures of $21,137,516
- Proposed total capital expenditures of $9,995,281
- Proposed $500,000 purchase of a replacement Vac Truck (Unit 530) using Fleet Reserve
- Proposed 2% general increase to 2023 Fees and Charges
Regular Council
Greenstone Council is deciding on a 6.1% water and 6.0% wastewater rate increase for 2023. The body is also reviewing a service delivery review process and the renaming of the Geraldton airport. Several reserve funds and a $5.4 million interim borrowing by-law are proposed for enactment.
- Proposed 6.1% water and 6.0% wastewater rate increases for 2023
- Water Systems budget of $3,027,822 and Wastewater/Sewer budget of $2,459,667
- Sole source contract for Strategic Plan project with a $55,000 budget
- Interim Borrowing By-law for $5,400,000 for 2023
- Renaming of Geraldton Airport to Geraldton/Renald Y. Beaulieu Greenstone Regional Airport