Hastings County public meetings in 2023
95 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Development
The committee is reviewing requests for letters of support from North Hastings Tourism Services and Hastings Destination Trails Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on a subdivision draft approval in Deseronto and the MTO Electric Vehicle ChargeON Program.
- North Hastings Tourism Services request for $30,000
- Hastings Destination Trails Inc. budget request of $13,400
- Plan of Subdivision Draft Approval File No. 12T-22-0002, Town of Deseronto
- MTO Electric Vehicle (EV) ChargeON Program
- Zoning By-Laws for the December 19, 2023 meeting
County Council - CLOSED
The County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss specific matters not open to the public. These discussions involve potential land acquisitions or dispositions and various labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee will review expenditure reports and various administrative items. The agenda includes discussions on a building lease renewal, insurance premiums, and a provincial imagery project agreement.
- North Hastings Professional Building Lease Renewal with Kingston Health Sciences Centre
- 2024 Occupational Accident Insurance Premium
- MNRF South Central Ontario Orthophotography Project (SCOOP) 2023 Imagery Project agreement
- Closure of Reserve Accounts and Reallocation of Funds
- 2022 Financial Indicator Review Report
County Council
The Council is reviewing monthly reports from the Community and Human Services, Emergency Services, and Long-term Care committees. The agenda also includes updates on the Eastern Ontario Regional Network Cell Gap Project and various information correspondence.
- Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) Cell Gap Project monthly update
- Community and Human Services Committee December 2023 report
- Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee December 2023 report
- Hastings/Quinte Long-term Care Committee December 2023 report
- Confirmatory By-Law for December 2023
Provincial Offences - CLOSED
The Joint Provincial Offences Board met in a closed session on November 14, 2023. The meeting was held to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals or municipal employees.
- Approval of March 7, 2023, closed minutes
Provincial Offences
The Joint Provincial Offences Board is reviewing a recommendation to extend an interim transfer agreement with the Ministry of the Attorney General. This extension would move certain prosecution responsibilities to the County through January 3, 2026. The move is estimated to result in annual savings of $12,000 to $15,000.
- Extension of Parts III and IX of Provincial Offences Act Interim Transfer Agreement
- Proposed agreement expiry date of January 3, 2026
- Estimated annual savings of $12,000 - $15,000
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Reports as of September 30, 2023
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee is reviewing updated paramedic policies, an emergency management review report, and ambulance equipment needs. The committee is also reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports for paramedic services through September 30, 2023.
- Proposed updates to paramedic policies regarding controlled substances and vehicle security
- Review of ambulance stretcher/loading system replacement
- Review of year-to-date expenditure reports through September 30, 2023
- Discussion of hardware support for ambulance onboard computers
- Emergency Management Review Report
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing various housing and social service items. Discussions include funding recommendations for non-profit housing repairs and new service agreements for Trent Memorial Lodge.
- Recommendation for capital repair funding for non-profit housing providers
- New service agreement for Trent Memorial Lodge
- Annualized grants to community partners and agencies
- Marmora District Housing Commission subsidy surplus retention of $6,632
- Year to date expenditure report through September 30, 2023
County Council - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session of the Hastings County Council. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussions regarding labour relations and personal matters involving identifiable individuals.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees
County Council
The Council will review reports from the Community and Human Services, Long-Term Care, Planning and Development, and Finance committees. The agenda includes discussions on rural primary care physician recruitment and updates from Quinte Health. Council will also consider various by-laws and committee reports.
- Report of the Community and Human Services Committee
- Report of the Long-Term Care Committee
- Report of the Planning and Development Committee
- Report of the Finance, Property & Personnel Committee
- First, second, and third reading of by-laws
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
The committee met in a closed session to discuss confidential matters. These discussions involve labour relations, employee negotiations, and personal matters regarding identifiable individuals.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees
Planning and Development
The committee will review expenditure reports, discuss housing affordability recommendations, and review planning service delivery. The meeting also includes the provisional approval of several land division items.
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report through August 31, 2023
- Discussion of Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations
- Provisional approval of 10 uncontested land division files
- Planning Service Delivery Review Workshop Summary
- Review of 911 services monthly billing and apportionment
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee reviewed expenditure reports and discussed several policy updates. Key discussions included potential by-law changes for charity tax rebates and tax relief for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities.
- Request for a new Human Resources Information System via RFP
- Proposed by-law updates for Property Tax Rebates for Eligible Charities
- Proposed by-law updates for Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors and Low Income Disabled Persons
- Renewal of North Hastings District Hospital Auxiliary coffee shop agreement
- Deferred $50,000 funding request for Canadian Peace Museum
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing summer program results and financial expenditure reports. The agenda includes discussions on mental health services, homelessness resolutions, and housing subsidies.
- Review of 2023 Summer Program highlights including Bonanza in a Box and Food2You
- Information report regarding the Mobile Medical Unit
- Letter of support for the Coalition for Improved Rural Mental Health Services
- Resolution regarding homelessness in the Town of Bancroft
- Marmora District Housing Commission Subsidy Surplus report
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The committee reviewed year-to-date expenditure reports for Hastings Manor and Centennial Manor through August 31, 2023. Members also discussed various communications regarding long-term care legislation, local priority funds, and nursing recruitment programs.
- Review of Hastings Manor year-to-date expenditures totaling $17,528,824
- Review of Centennial Manor year-to-date expenditures totaling $8,593,016
- Recommendation to renew Centennial Manor hairdresser agreement for one year
- Recommendation to accept up to $25,000 in Community Commitment Program funding for Hastings Manor
- Recommendation to accept up to $25,000 in New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for Hastings Manor
County Council - CLOSED
The Hastings County Council convened a closed session on September 28, 2023. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision beyond procedural motions.
- Closed session meeting
County Council
Nancy Cairns of 'The Women of Ontario Say No' will present a virtual delegation regarding workplace violence and harassment. The group is asking Council to endorse Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) recommendations to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct and create mechanisms for removing officials for egregious misconduct.
- Virtual presentation by Nancy Cairns (The Women of Ontario Say No)
- Proposal to endorse AMO recommendations for provincial legislative amendments
- Request for Council to send letters of support to the Premier and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Report of the Emergency Services Committee - September 2023
- Report of the Long-Term Care Committee - September 2023
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing several land division items, including a residential lot severance in Carlow Mayo. The meeting also includes discussions on a Housing Accelerator Fund application and a draft subdivision plan in Deseronto.
- Public hearing for residential lot severance (File B11/23) at 878 Mallard Lake Road, Carlow Mayo
- Review of Housing Accelerator Fund application
- Draft Plan of Subdivision (File No. 12T-21-001) on Dundas Street, Town of Deseronto
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report through July 31, 2023
- Recognition of Justin Harrow for 15 years of service
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property & Personnel Committee will meet to discuss various administrative updates and financial matters. Key items include a delegation from the Canadian Peace Museum regarding a proposed pilot site in Bancroft and discussions on tax relief for seniors and charities.
- Delegation from Chris Houston regarding the Canadian Peace Museum pilot project
- Procedural By-Law Update for Electronic Meeting Participation
- Agreement with North Hastings District Hospital Auxiliary
- Property Tax Rebates for Eligible Charities
- Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors and Low Income Disabled Persons
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees. No specific business items or topics were listed beyond the procedural motion to enter closed session.
- Approval of June 20, 2023, closed session minutes
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The committee is reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports and cheque registers for Hastings Manor and Centennial Manor. Members will also discuss pandemic response updates, staffing qualifications, and various Ministry of Long-Term Care communications.
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report dated to July 31, 2023
- Centennial Manor Hairdresser Renewal
- Outstanding Uncollectable Account Write Off for Centennial Manor
- Community Commitment Program for Nurses
- New Horizons for Seniors Program
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee - CLOSED
This meeting of the Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee was held in a closed session. The agenda indicates the session was called to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The committee is reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports and new provincial funding letters. Discussions include a $905,000 innovation funding application for a Falls Response Team and previous approvals for ambulance and vehicle fleet replacements.
- $905,000 Innovation Funding Application for a Falls Response Team
- $324,093 in additional Land Ambulance Service Grant funding
- $389,388 in one-time funding for the Dedicated Offload Nurses Program
- Approval of five new Crestline ambulances at an estimated $235,000 per vehicle
- Approval of two new Emergency Response Vehicles at an estimated $157,000
County Council - CLOSED
The County Council meeting is a closed session held pursuant to Section 239 (2)(k) of the Municipal Act. The session is dedicated to discussing a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to negotiations.
- Closed session regarding negotiation instructions or criteria
County Council
The County Council will review reports from the Community and Human Services, Emergency Services, and Planning and Development committees. The agenda also includes information correspondence regarding healthcare and the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation.
- Community and Human Services Committee Report
- Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee Report
- Planning and Development Committee Report
- University Hospitals Kingston Foundation Report
- Letter to Minister of Health regarding physician recruitment
County Council
The County Council is reviewing a proposal to accept $2,831,819 in funding for the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system. This includes grants for start-up and capital projects to expand child care services and create 828 new licensed spaces by 2026.
- Approval of $2,831,819 in CWELCC funding, including Directed Growth and Start-Up Grants
- Approval of scoring criteria for child care grant applications
- Authorization for the Warden and Clerk to execute CWELCC Service Agreements
- Target of 828 new child care spaces (730 community-based, 98 school-based) by 2026
County Council - CLOSED - (Council ONLY)
The Hastings County Council met in a closed session on August 15, 2023. The meeting was held pursuant to Section 239 (2)(b) of the Municipal Act to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees.
- Adoption of Closed Session Minutes from May 16 and June 29, 2023
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing several land division applications and official plan amendments. Key discussions include proposed residential lot severances in Marmora and Lake and a subdivision in Stirling-Rawdon.
- Public hearing for residential lot severances (Files B176/22 and B177/22) at 358 Malone Road, Marmora and Lake
- Public hearing for marginal agriculture consent (File B50/23) in Marmora and Lake
- Official Plan Amendment No. 8 for the Municipality of Tweed
- Draft Plan of Subdivision (File 12T-21-0002) for the Springbrook Subdivision in Stirling-Rawdon
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report through June 30, 2023
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The committee is reviewing recommendations for the purchase of five new ambulances and two emergency response vehicles for 2024. They are also considering the ratification of a $30,000 expense for replacing failing ambulance onboard computers.
- Recommendation to purchase five Crestline ambulances for 2024 at an estimated $235,000 each
- Recommendation to purchase two Emergency Response Vehicles for 2024 at an estimated $157,000
- Ratification of $30,000 for the replacement of six failing ambulance onboard computers
- Notice of a Ministry of Health service inspection scheduled for October 11-12, 2023
- Review of year-to-date expenditure reports through June 30, 2023
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee - CLOSED
The committee met in a closed session to discuss positions, plans, or procedures related to negotiations. No specific topics or outcomes were disclosed in the agenda.
- Closed session regarding negotiations pursuant to Section 239 (2)(k) of the Municipal Act
- Approval of April 12, 2023, closed session minutes
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing various funding allocations and service agreements. Key discussions include homelessness prevention, childcare grants, and housing support programs.
- Homelessness Prevention Program funding of $6,142,600 annually for three years
- National Housing Strategy allocations of $2,537,200 for 2023/2024 and $2,633,100 for 2024/2025
- EarlyON and Indigenous-led childcare funding of $1,635,019 and $324,625
- Request for Proposal for an Early Childhood Education Docuseries for $71,110
- Make-Up Air Unit replacement at 25 Station Street, Bancroft
County Council - CLOSED
The Hastings County Council meeting on June 29, 2023, is a closed session. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussions regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals or municipal employees.
- Adoption of May 24, 2023, Closed Session Minutes
- Closed session items regarding personal matters under Section 239 (2)(b) of the Municipal Act
County Council
The County Council will review committee reports regarding community services, emergency services, long-term care, planning, and finance. The agenda includes delegations from health service providers and discussions regarding amalgamation resolutions from Hastings Highlands and the Township of Limerick.
- Delegation from Gateway Community Health Centre regarding the Hastings Prince Edward Ontario Health Team
- Delegation from Health Pulse
- Amalgamation discussion resolutions from Hastings Highlands and Township of Limerick
- EORN Cell Gap Project monthly update
- Review of committee reports for Community and Human Services, Emergency Services, Long-Term Care, Planning and Development, and Finance, Property & Personnel
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing a Housing Accelerator Fund application and a by-law for mandatory pre-consultation on certain planning applications. The meeting also includes reviews of year-to-date expenditure reports and municipal partner meeting notes.
- Hastings County Housing Accelerator Fund Application
- By-Law for Mandatory Pre-Consultation for Planning Applications
- Notice of Public Meeting for OPA8 and ZA09/20 (Bridgewater Rd, Tweed)
- Bancroft Community Airport support request
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report (ending April 30, 2023)
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee met to review the 2022 audited financial statements presented by Baker Tilly. The committee also discussed various policy updates, including the donation policy and purchasing and procurement policy.
- Presentation of 2022 Audited Financial Statements by Richard Steiginga of Baker Tilly
- Review of 2022 financial assets totaling $51,939,116
- Review of 2022 financial liabilities totaling $58,013,631
- Discussion of the Donation Policy
- Discussion of the Purchasing and Procurement Policy Update
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
The committee met in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals, including municipal employees. No specific topics or outcomes were disclosed in the agenda.
- Closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Approval of May 16, 2023, closed session minutes
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee is reviewing a proposed Zero Tolerance Policy to combat violence against paramedics. The agenda also includes reports on year-to-date expenditures and the replacement of two emergency response vehicles.
- Proposed Zero Tolerance Policy regarding public violence and harassment
- Replacement of 2 Emergency Response Vehicles
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Reports through April 30, 2023
- EOWC Review of Eastern Ontario Paramedic Services Report 2023
- Approval of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee is reviewing correspondence regarding upcoming changes to resident costs and staffing. The Ministry of Long-Term Care will implement a 2.5% inflationary increase to accommodation co-payment rates effective July 1, 2023.
- Basic accommodation daily rate increasing from $63.73 to $65.32
- Semi-private and private accommodation premium increases of 2.5%
- Pharmacy Renewal Agreement action correspondence
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Reports for Hastings and Centennial Manor
- Staffing qualifications correspondence regarding Ontario Regulation 246/22
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee reviewed several reports regarding homelessness prevention and childcare funding. The meeting also addressed various service agreements and infrastructure tenders for social housing.
- Awarded $89,150 to RHM Group Inc. for balcony painting at 45 Creswell St, Quinte West
- Awarded $179,000 to A+ Roofing Canada for roof replacement at 424 Bleecker Ave, Belleville
- Received $20,000 from Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation for Food2You program
- Reviewed 2022-2023 Warming Centre Final Report
- Reviewed Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan
County Council - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session of the Hastings County Council. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussions regarding municipal property security and personal matters involving identifiable individuals.
- Closed session regarding security of municipal property
- Closed session regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals
- Adoption of April 25, 2023, closed session minutes
County Council
The Council will review committee reports regarding long-term care, planning and development, and finance. The agenda also includes recognition for long-serving staff and updates on regional projects.
- Recognition of 25 years of service for Angelina Ancheta, Tanya Charbonneau, and Mike Slatter
- Recognition of retirement for Jim Duffin after 51 years of service
- EORN Cell Gap Project monthly update for April 2023
- Hastings Highlands resolution stating no interest in amalgamation discussions at this time
- Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus '7 in 7' regional housing plan proposal
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding personnel and property matters. The agenda includes discussions on labour relations, employee negotiations, and municipal property security.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Personal matters regarding identifiable individuals or municipal employees
- Security of municipal property
County Council - CLOSED - (Council ONLY)
This meeting is a closed session for County Council only. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussions regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees.
- Appointment of CAO Jim Pine as Clerk for the meeting
- Adoption of April 25, 2023, Closed Session Minutes
- Discussion of personal matters under Municipal Act Section 239 (2)(b)
Planning and Development
The committee will review year-to-date expenditure reports for Planning, 911 Services, and Economic Development. The agenda also includes reviewing uncontested land division applications and information correspondence from various boards.
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report as of March 31, 2023
- Uncontested residential lot applications in Tyendinaga, Madoc, Faraday, Centre Hastings, and Hastings Highlands
- Review of the Economic and Tourism Development 2022 Year End Report
- Review of the 911 Services monthly billing summary
- Information correspondence regarding LTCA SPA and LTC Board minutes
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee reviewed year-to-date expenditure reports and discussed the 2023 budget and tax by-law. The committee also considered recommendations for elevator modernizations and security system upgrades at county facilities.
- Recommendation to sole source elevator modernization at North Hastings Professional Building and Hastings Centennial Manor to ThyssenKrupp
- Recommendation to sole source video surveillance upgrades at the County Administration Building to MaxTech Security Systems
- Support for a resolution to reduce municipal insurance costs and contact the province regarding an offshore captive insurance program
- Review of 2023 Year to Date Expenditure Reports as of March 31, 2023
- Discussion of 2023 tax policy and property tax levy adjustments
County Council
The County Council is meeting to pass a by-law appointing Connor Dorey as the new Chief Administrative Officer effective July 1, 2023. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous minutes and a confirmatory by-law for the session's actions.
- Appointment of Connor Dorey as Chief Administrative Officer effective July 1, 2023
- By-Law 2023-0010 to establish property tax policy and levy taxes for 2023
- Adoption of the April 25, 2023, meeting minutes
- Confirmatory By-Law for the May 16, 2023, session
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The committee reviewed year-to-date expenditure reports and cheque registers for Hastings Manor and Centennial Manor. Discussions included the impact of Case Mix Index (CMI) funding freezes and the 2023 draft budget. The committee also reviewed various communications regarding provincial staffing and funding policies.
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report dated March 31, 2023
- Discussion of CMI funding loss of $309,000 for Hastings Manor and $84,000 for Centennial Manor
- Review of Long Term Care Service Accountability Agreement
- Review of unfinanced Hastings Centennial Manor Capital
- Review of Director's Report for March and April 2023
County Council - CLOSED - (Council ONLY)
The Hastings County Council met in a closed session on April 25, 2023. The meeting was held to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals or municipal employees.
- Closed session pursuant to Section 239 (2)(b) of the Municipal Act
County Council - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session of the Hastings County Council. The agenda consists of procedural items including the adoption of previous minutes and discussions regarding confidential third-party information and negotiation strategies.
- Adoption of January 26, 2023, Closed Session Minutes
- Discussion of third-party information supplied in confidence
- Discussion of positions or plans to be applied to negotiations
County Council
The Council is receiving a presentation from the Eastern Ontario Regional Network regarding the Cell Gap Project and its progress. The meeting also includes reports from several committees and the adoption of previous minutes.
- Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) Cell Gap Project update
- Community and Human Services Committee Report
- Emergency Services Committee Report
- Planning and Development Committee Report
- Finance, Property & Personnel Committee Report
Planning and Development
The Committee will consider two consent applications for residential lot severances and a new right-of-way on Marble Point Road. Staff recommend approval of the files for Luc and Melanie Chiasson and Bryan and Amanda Bickell, subject to several conditions including rezoning and development agreements.
- Public hearing for residential lot severances (Files B180/22 and B181/22) at 283 Marble Point Road
- Proposed creation of a 1.5 hectare (3.7 acre) right-of-way on Marble Point Road
- Requirement for applicants to pay $2,400 in fees to the Township of Marmora and Lake
- Proposed rezoning of severed and retained lands in Marmora and Lake
- Review of uncontested residential lot approvals in Hastings Highlands and Madoc
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property & Personnel Committee is reviewing the 2023 Budget and Tax By-Law and the 2023 Tax Policy. The agenda also includes discussions on elevator modernization and generator installations for county buildings.
- 2023 Budget and Tax By-Law
- North Hastings Professional Building elevator modernization
- Hastings Centennial Manor elevator modernization
- Generators for North Hastings Professional Building and Hastings Centennial Manor
- County Administration Building video surveillance system
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
The committee is meeting in a closed session to discuss labour relations, employee negotiations, and confidential information from another level of government. No specific projects or dollar amounts were listed for discussion in this agenda.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Confidential information from another level of government
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The committee reviewed year-to-date expenditure reports and a draft budget for Paramedic Services. Discussions included staffing needs, ambulance fleet maintenance, and provincial funding opportunities for community paramedicine and offload delays.
- Draft budget recommendation including $100,000 in reserves to equip a spare ambulance
- Proposed hiring of a Superintendent for Quality and Development starting September 1, 2023
- Recommendation to declare May 21 to 27, 2023, as Paramedic Services Week
- Review of March 2023 cheque register totaling $2,035,896.05
- Report on 7% increase in patient hospital transports compared to previous year
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee - CLOSED
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee met in a closed session on April 12, 2023. The meeting was held pursuant to Section 239 (2)(k) of the Municipal Act to discuss positions, plans, or instructions regarding negotiations.
- Approval of March 15, 2023, closed session minutes
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee reviewed the 2023 draft budget and several facility maintenance tenders. The committee recommended the budget to County Council and approved various housing-related contracts and service extensions.
- Approval of 2023 draft budget recommended to County Council
- Award of $331,000 to Brian Luey Architects Inc. for Quinte West College Street Housing Project design
- Award of $471,750 to T. Hamilton and Sons Roofing Incorporated for 7 Turnbull Street roof replacement
- Award of $247,300 to Absolute General Contracting for Tracey Park Drive patio door replacements
- Reallocation of $56,680 in Reaching Home funding previously allocated to Bridge Street United Church
Community and Human Services Committee - CLOSED
The Community and Human Services Committee is meeting in a closed session. The agenda consists of procedural items regarding labour relations and confidential information from other levels of government.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Information supplied in confidence by another level of government
County Council
The Council will review the 2023 draft budget and several committee reports regarding community services, emergency services, and long-term care. The agenda also includes updates on the EORN Cell Gap Project and correspondence regarding the Marmora Pumped Storage project.
- 2023 Draft Budget
- EORN Cell Gap Project update
- Marmora & Lake resolution regarding Pumped Storage
- Community and Human Services Committee report
- Finance, Property & Personnel Committee report
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development committee is reviewing several land division applications, including a commercial/industrial severance in Faraday and a lot addition in Madoc. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023 draft budget and various communications regarding water protection and economic development.
- Public hearing for Singh commercial/industrial lot severance (B94/22) in Faraday
- Public hearing for Williams lot addition (B130/22) in Madoc
- Public hearing for Sheridan rural lot severance (B162/22) in Stirling-Rawdon
- Review of the 2023 Draft Budget
- Letter of support for Tweed and Company Theatre RED Grant
Planning and Development - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session held by the Planning and Development committee. The session is dedicated to discussing labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
The committee met in a closed session to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations. No specific details or outcomes regarding these discussions were provided in the agenda.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee is reviewing the 2023 draft budget and various administrative reports. The committee also received a request from the YMCA of Central East Ontario for $250,000 in funding over five years for a new facility.
- YMCA Centre for Life funding request of $250,000 over five years
- Contract award to StoneShare for Electronic Document and Records Management System
- 2023 Draft Budget review
- County Administration Building North Elevator Modernization discussion
- Family Physician Recruitment Incentive correspondence
Hastings Local Housing Corporation - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session of the Hastings Local Housing Corporation. The session is being held to discuss litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.
- Closed session pursuant to Section 239 (2)(e) of the Municipal Act regarding litigation
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee - CLOSED
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee met in a closed session on March 15, 2023. The meeting was held to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations pursuant to the Municipal Act.
- Approval of January 11, 2023, closed session minutes
- Verbal report regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee reviewed the 2023 draft budget, which includes increased operating expenditures and capital costs. The committee also discussed paramedic service response times and the renewal of a lease for the Centre Hastings location.
- 2023 Draft Budget with operating expenditures of $25,974,791
- Recommendation to renew Centre Hastings paramedic lease for 5 years at $43,756 annually
- Review of 2022 Year-end Report
- Review of 2022 Paramedic Services Response Time Results
- Review of Cheque Register Summary Reports for January, February, and March 2023
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing the 2023 draft budget and various housing and facility updates. Discussions include funding for rapid housing, community health, and regional homelessness strategies.
- 2023 Draft Budget review
- Rapid Housing Initiative application for $14,880,000 in Quinte West
- Thurlow Non-Profit Housing Corporation capital repair funding of $18,645
- Support for Belleville Affordable Housing LP at One North Front Street
- Bancroft Warming Centre update
Community and Human Services Committee - CLOSED
The Community and Human Services Committee is holding a closed session meeting. The agenda items involve labour relations, employee negotiations, and potential litigation affecting the municipality.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations verbal report
- Litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations. No other business or public items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of February 8, 2023, closed session minutes
- Verbal report on labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee is reviewing the 2023 draft budget and receiving reports on local priorities funding. The committee also reviewed financial expenditure reports for Hastings and Centennial Manor.
- Review of 2023 Draft Budget
- Centennial Manor Local Priorities Funding Agreement of up to $46,140
- Hastings Manor Local Priorities Funding Agreement of up to $6,635
- Ratification of February 2023 cheque register summaries
- Director's Report for Hastings and Centennial Manor for February 2023
Provincial Offences - CLOSED
The Joint Provincial Offences Board met in a closed session to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations. The meeting included the election of a Committee Chair and the approval of previous minutes.
- Election of Committee Chair
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
- Approval of March 3, 2022, closed minutes
9-1-1 Sub-committee - CLOSED
The 9-1-1 Sub-committee met in a closed session on March 7, 2023. The meeting focused on the election of a committee chair and discussions regarding labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Election of Committee Chair
- Labour relations or employee negotiations verbal report
Provincial Offences
The Board is reviewing the 2022 statistical update and expenditure reports for Provincial Offences Act operations. Members are also considering a recommendation to write off $152,475 in uncollectible fines and administrative fees.
- Proposed write-off of $152,475 in uncollectible fines and administrative fees
- Review of 2022 POA Statistical Update Report
- Review of 2022 Year to Date Expenditure Reports
- Discussion of the 2022 Draft Budget
- $10,000 reserve allocation for a new CAMS system replacement
9-1-1 Sub-committee
The 9-1-1 Sub-committee is reviewing a staff report regarding a new service agreement with Bell Canada. This agreement would replace the existing Public Emergency Reporting Service Agreement to transition the county to an Internet Protocol (IP) based 9-1-1 system. Staff recommend the agreement be sent to the Planning and Development Committee for final authorization.
- Staff Report: Next Generation 9-1-1 Bell Agreement
- Review of 2022 Draft Budget
- Recommendation to authorize Warden and Clerk to sign the NG911 Authority Service Agreement
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing a final report by KPMG regarding the delivery of planning services. The report suggests that the County taking on more responsibilities from its 14 member municipalities could create time and cost efficiencies. Staff are recommending consultations with member municipalities and the development of a communications strategy.
- Receipt of KPMG Planning Service Delivery Review Final Report
- Proposal to begin consultations with member municipalities regarding full County planning services
- Recommendation to retain KPMG to develop a Communications Strategy
- Discussion of potential project manager role to implement review recommendations
County Council
The Hastings County Council will hear a presentation from Ontario Power Generation regarding a potential hydroelectric pumped storage facility in Marmora. The meeting also includes reports from various county committees and updates on regional projects.
- Presentation on Marmora Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project
- EORN Cell Gap Project update
- MPAC 2022 Municipal Partnership Report
- Committee reports for Human Services, Emergency Services, Long-Term Care, Planning, and Finance
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing several land division applications and an official plan amendment for 227 West Front Street. The meeting includes public hearings for residential and commercial lot severances in Faraday, Madoc, and Centre Hastings.
- Public hearing for Application B94/22 (Singh) regarding commercial/industrial lot severance in Faraday
- Public hearing for Application B105/22 (Dedic) regarding a new residential lot in Madoc
- Public hearing for Applications B133/22 and B134/22 (Hendrick) in Centre Hastings
- Official Plan Amendment No. 7 for 227 West Front Street, Stirling-Rawdon
- Review of Rural Economic Development (RED) applications
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property & Personnel Committee is reviewing various administrative items, including the 2022 Statement of Council Remuneration and a request for an electronic records management system. The meeting includes a delegation from the YMCA of Central East Ontario regarding their Centre for Life capital campaign.
- Delegation from YMCA of Central East Ontario regarding the YMCA Centre for Life project
- RFP #807-2023 for an Electronic Document and Records Management System
- Review of 2022 Statement of Council Remuneration
- Discussion of Local Priorities Funding for Hastings and Centennial Manor
- Review of 2023 Mileage Rate and ONA Local 031 Collective Agreement Renewal
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding labour relations, employee negotiations, and confidential third-party information. No specific projects or financial figures were listed in the agenda.
- Labour relations or employee negotiations
- Third-party information supplied in confidence
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The committee is reviewing a presentation on long-term care funding and various provincial reports. Discussion includes the AdvantAge Ontario pre-budget submission and Ministry of Health COVID-19 guidance.
- Presentation by Director of Long-term Care on funding per diems and Case Mix Index
- AdvantAge Ontario Pre-Budget Submission Report on stabilizing senior's care
- Ministry of Health COVID-19 Guidance Document Update for LTC Homes
- High Intensity Needs Fund Annual Attestation Forms
- Medical Director Agreement regarding Fixing Long-Term Care Requirements
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding personal matters about identifiable individuals and labour relations or employee negotiations. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion in this agenda.
- Discussion of personal matters regarding identifiable individuals
- Discussion of labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2022 year-end report for Hastings-Quinte Paramedic Services, which notes a 10% increase in call volumes and significant hospital offload delays. The meeting also addresses the Stirling Paramedic Base construction tenders and a lease renewal for Centre Hastings.
- Recommendation to award Stirling Paramedic Base construction tenders to Morden Engineering for $4,453,500 + HST
- 2022 Year-end Report detailing 41,660 total paramedic calls
- Report of 2,752 hours spent in hospital offload delays in 2022
- Discussion regarding Centre Hastings lease renewal
- Review of 2022 statistical reports and response times
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing plans for child care space expansion and various housing and service projects. The meeting includes discussions on the Access and Inclusion Framework for child care and several administrative reports.
- Rapid Housing Initiative for College Street, Quinte West
- Elevator modernization at Brown Street, Belleville facilities
- Homelessness Prevention Program After Hours Service discussion
- Children's Services workforce strategy marketing campaign RFP
- Seniors Community Grant Program funding of up to $6,760
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The Emergency Services Committee is reviewing a recommendation to authorize Morden Engineering to award construction tenders for the Stirling Paramedic Base. The project cost has increased from an original $3.5 million estimate due to a larger building design and rising construction costs. The total estimated project cost, including professional services, is $4,974,418 plus HST.
- Tender award for Stirling Paramedic Base construction in the amount of $4,453,500 plus HST
- Total estimated project cost of $4,974,418 plus HST
- Proposed 25-year debt financing term at 4.31% with $340,460 annual payments
- Proposed 30-year debt financing term at 4.33% with $310,190 annual payments
County Council
The County Council is reviewing a recommendation to award a construction contract to Morden Engineering for the new Stirling Paramedic Base. The project includes professional design services and construction, with a total estimated cost of $4,974,418 plus HST.
- Tender award for Stirling Paramedic Base construction to Morden Engineering for $4,453,500 plus HST
- Total estimated project cost of $4,974,418 plus HST including professional services
- Proposed construction of a 14,594 square foot facility at 2547 Stirling-Marmora Road
- Inclusion of electrical infrastructure for future electric vehicle charging
County Council - CLOSED
The County Council meeting is a closed session held to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals and labor relations or employee negotiations. No public business or specific project details are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Discussion of labour relations or employee negotiations
County Council - CLOSED - (Council ONLY)
The County Council is convening a closed session for Council members only. The meeting is being held to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations pursuant to the Municipal Act.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
County Council
The County Council will review reports from several committees, including Community and Human Services, Emergency Services, and Planning and Development. The meeting also includes the election of a Deputy Warden and the consideration of various by-laws.
- Election of Deputy Warden
- Community and Human Services Committee Report
- Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee Report
- Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee Report
- Planning and Development Committee Report
Planning and Development
The Planning and Development Committee will review updates regarding Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act. The meeting includes the appointment of representatives to several sub-committees and a review of year-to-date expenditures.
- Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act) update
- Appointment of 9-1-1 Sub-Committee members
- Appointment of Eastern Ontario Trails (EOTA) Committee members
- Appointment of Economic and Tourism Development Sub-Committee members
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report through November 30, 2022
Hastings Local Housing Corporation
The committee is meeting to update the corporation's Board of Directors and officers following recent elections and retirements. They are also discussing the mortgage renewal for a social housing property at 48 Brant Street in Deseronto.
- Election of 14 new Directors to the Board
- Appointment of Bob Mullin as President and Tony Bird as Treasurer
- Mortgage renewal for 48 Brant Street, Deseronto ($570,650 outstanding)
- Proposed $4,130 annual budgetary impact for mortgage renewal
Finance, Property & Personnel
The Finance, Property and Personnel Committee is reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports through November 30, 2022. The agenda includes discussions on insurance premiums, weed inspector contracts, and a tax policy study. The committee will also receive nominations for the position of Deputy Warden.
- Weed Inspector Contract Renewal for 2023
- Tax Policy Study and Review with Municipal Tax Equity (MTE) Consultants Inc.
- Collective Agreement Renewal – Interest Arbitration – CUPE Local 1842
- 2023 Excess Indemnity and Occupational Accident Insurance Premiums
- Nominations for Deputy Warden
Finance, Property & Personnel - CLOSED
This meeting is a closed session regarding municipal property security, personal matters of identifiable individuals, and labour relations. No specific projects, contracts, or individual names are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion on security of municipal property
- Discussion on personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Discussion on labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee
The committee is reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports and cheque registers from late 2022 and early 2023. Chief of Emergency Services Carl Bowker provided an orientation presentation regarding paramedic staffing, fleet coverage, and strategic planning.
- Review of Year to Date Expenditure Report through November 30, 2022
- Review of December 2022 cheque register totaling $1,136,127.75
- Review of January 2023 cheque register totaling $735,238.93
- Presentation on paramedic response time targets and 2023 strategic plan
- Discussion of Community Paramedicine programs including $125,000 and $143,000 initiatives
Community and Human Services
The Community and Human Services Committee is reviewing various social service reports, including housing renewals and childcare transfer agreements. The meeting also covers administrative updates, expenditure reports, and correspondence regarding senior support and housing funding.
- Housing: National Housing Co-Investment Fund Renewal and Repair
- Request for Proposal: Architectural Design for New Build in Quinte West
- Children’s Services: 2023 Child Care, EarlyON, and CWELCC Transfer Payment Agreement
- Request for Proposal: Mailing Postage System
- Review of December 2022 and January 2023 Cheque Register Summary Reports
Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee - CLOSED
The Hastings/Quinte Emergency Services Committee is meeting in a closed session. The meeting is being held pursuant to Section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Hastings/Quinte Long-Term Care Committee
The committee is reviewing year-to-date expenditure reports for Hastings Manor and Centennial Manor. The agenda includes discussions on dietary staffing changes, behaviour supports funding, and an orientation presentation from the Director of Long-term Care.
- Year to Date Expenditure Report for Hastings and Centennial Manor through November 30, 2022
- Behaviour Supports Ontario Funding correspondence
- Dietary Staffing Change correspondence
- Orientation Presentation by Erin Chapman, Director of Long-term Care
- Director's Report for November and December 2022