Innisfil public meetings in 2022
68 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes a discussion regarding the 2023-2027 ROMA Board of Directors nomination. Council will consider endorsing Councillor Kevin Eisses as the Zone 4 Representative. The meeting also includes a request to waive notice requirements per Procedural By-law No. 014-22.
- Endorsement of Councillor Kevin Eisses for ROMA Board Zone 4 Representative (2023-2027 term)
- Motion to waive notice requirements per Procedural By-law No. 014-22
- Adoption of By-law No. 122-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes a request to enter a closed session to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations. Specifically, the session will address matters related to Unifor.
- Closed session regarding Unifor labour relations
- Adoption of By-law No. 121-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Council
Council will review the 2023/2024 budget following a presentation by the Treasurer. The meeting also includes decisions on reinstating several advisory committees and amending local speed limits.
- 2023/2024 Budget presentation by Treasurer Audrey Webb
- Amendment to Fees & Charges By-law to add Cloudpermit Application Fee
- Speed limit amendments for 5th Line via By-law 120-22
- Reinstatement of the Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee
- Class 1 permit variations for 910 and 1220 Shoreview Drive
Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee (JIFGAC)
The Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee is reviewing a financial presentation regarding the consolidation of fire services between Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury. The committee will consider endorsing a cost-sharing model based on call volumes, assessment, and population. The meeting also includes a discussion on rescheduling the January 2023 meeting.
- Proposed cost-sharing split: 52.96% for Innisfil and 47.04% for Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Innisfil Heights Firehall – Station #6 capital project estimated at $10,500,000
- Bradford West Gwillimbury third firehall construction capital project estimated at $12,000,000
- Review of fire consolidation survey results from IFRS and BWGFES personnel
- Discussion of service/staff harmonization and proposed organizational charts
Special Council - 07 Dec 2022 - Inaugural Ceremony
This Special Council meeting is held for the declaration of the Oath of Office Ceremony for the 2022-2026 Council-Elect. The meeting also includes the adoption of By-law No. 113-22 to confirm the proceedings of the session.
- Declaration of Oath of Office Ceremony for the 2022-2026 Council-Elect
- Adoption of By-law No. 113-22 to confirm Council proceedings
Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee (JIFGAC)
The Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee is reviewing staff harmonization, proposed organization charts, and survey results regarding fire service consolidation. The committee is also receiving updates on implementation strategies and future staffing requirements for both Bradford West Gwillimbury and Innisfil.
- Review of IFRS/BWGFES Staff Fire Consolidation Survey Results
- Review of Service/Staff Harmonization and Proposed Organization Chart
- Endorsement of a department ready implementation strategy
- Discussion of future staffing levels through 2030
Council
The Council will consider adopting a by-law for the interim 2023 tax levy and approving BDO Canada LLP as the external auditor through 2026. The meeting also includes receiving various committee reports and updates on road rehabilitation and building permits.
- By-law 110-22 for the interim 2023 tax levy
- Appointment of BDO Canada LLP as external auditor (2022-2026)
- Road Rehabilitation Program contract memorandum
- Q3 2022 building permits update
- Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee reports
Innisfil Audit Advisory Committee
The Audit Advisory Committee is reviewing a recommendation to appoint BDO Canada LLP as municipal auditors for the fiscal years 2022 through 2026. The appointment includes audit services for the Town, the Library Board, and the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Service Board.
- Proposed appointment of BDO Canada LLP for fiscal years 2022-2026
- Proposed 2022 audit fees totaling $55,000 (Town: $35,000; Library: $5,000; Police: $15,000)
- Projected total audit fees increasing to $64,342 by fiscal year 2026
Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee (JIBGAC)
The Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposed governance model and implementation strategies for consolidating fire services. The committee will discuss a 'department ready' approach versus phased or accelerated options.
- Review of the Joint Fire Service Governance Model
- Discussion of Fire Consolidation Implementation Strategies
- Proposed 'department ready' implementation approach
- Review of the Ernst & Young Study regarding consolidation
Council
Council will consider several land use amendments, including a proposal for a retirement home at Friday Harbour Resort Village. The meeting also includes discussions on drainage works, animal control by-law amendments, and various servicing allocations for local developments.
- Proposed Official Plan and Zoning amendments for Seasons Resort Retirement Home
- Requirement for Friday Harbour to provide $500,000.00 in security
- Approval of Lawson Drainage Works connections for 37.9 hectares
- Proposed $5,000 sponsorship for the Innisfil Spartans
- Amendments to the Animal Control By-Law
Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee (JIFGAC)
The Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee is discussing the governance model for a potential consolidated fire service. The committee will review delegations from fire staff and discuss a work plan for upcoming meetings.
- Discussion of Joint Fire Service Governance Model
- Review of Committee Work Plan
- Delegations from Fire Staff
- Review of previous meeting minutes from August 30, 2022
Council
The Innisfil Council will consider several staff reports for action, including new micro-mobility transit pilots and updates to the Parkland Dedication By-law. The meeting also includes a request to rezone lands at 893 and 911 Lockhart Road and the approval of a new street name for Innisfil Executive Estates 2.
- Innisfil Transit micro-mobility pilots (e-shuttle, e-carsharing, and e-scooter)
- Parkland Dedication By-law updates
- Zoning amendment and subdivision for 893 and 911 Lockhart Road
- Street naming for Innisfil Executive Estates 2 (Robertson Court)
- Dedication of Southview Avenue lands into the Town's Road System
Special Council
The Innisfil Special Council is meeting to consider matters in a closed session. The agenda includes discussions regarding an OLT appeal and labour relations involving Unifor.
- Closed session regarding OLT Appeal litigation
- Closed session regarding Unifor labour relations or employee negotiations
- Adoption of By-law No. 098-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Sleeping Lion Park (Champion Park) project and the Innisfil Library Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The committee will also review information regarding Independent Living Services and the 2022 Annual General Meeting.
- Sleeping Lion Park (Champion Park) project update
- Innisfil Library Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022-2026
- Independent Living Services (ILS) 2022 Annual General Meeting information
- Review of IAAC Report 07-22
Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee (JIFGAC)
The Joint Interim Fire Governance Advisory Committee will meet to select a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review the committee's Terms of Reference, work plan, and various staff reports regarding fire consolidation between Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of Terms of Reference
- Review of Fire Consolidation Assessment Final Report
- Review of Fire Consolidation Implementation reports
- Discussion of Committee Work Plan
Special Council
Council is reviewing housekeeping updates to the Parkland Dedication By-law to ensure the Town can continue collecting alternative parkland rates. The meeting also includes receiving staff reports for several zoning and official plan amendment applications and the appointment of a new Town Clerk.
- Housekeeping updates to the Town’s Parkland Dedication By-Law
- Official Plan and Zoning amendments for Friday Harbour Resort Village Inc.
- Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 7403 County Road 27
- Zoning By-law amendment for 3260 9th Line
- Zoning By-law amendment for 7651 5 Sideroad
Council
Council will consider several staff reports, including a $805,000 capital project budget request and the adoption of a new Transportation Master Plan. The meeting also includes a delegation regarding the County of Simcoe's transition to an Information Library Service model.
- Approval of $805,000 in 2022 capital project budget requests
- Cancellation of $151,000 in projects to return funds to the Capital Reserve Fund
- Adoption of the 2022 Transportation Master Plan Update
- By-law to clarify bed and breakfast use as short-term accommodations
- By-law to dedicate and assume lands for Spring Street
Special Council
The Special Council meeting is scheduled to consider several items in a closed session. These include labour relations regarding IPFFA, a CAO update, and a development matter involving potential litigation.
- Closed session regarding IPFFA labour relations
- Closed session regarding CAO update
- Closed session regarding a development matter and potential litigation
- Adoption of By-law No. 090-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Innisfil Audit Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Audit Advisory Committee is meeting to receive the 2021 draft consolidated financial statements, the auditor's communication letter, and reports on single/sole source purchases and investments. The agenda is largely procedural, with items received as information and no decisions on new business.
- Receive 2021 Draft Consolidated Financial Statements
- Receive Audit Communication Letter from BDO
- Receive 2021 Single/Sole Source/Emergency Purchases report
- Receive 2021 Investment Report & Investment Policy Statement
- Approval of agenda and minutes of previous meeting
Special Council
This is a procedural special council meeting. Council will approve the agenda, then move into a closed session for educational training on the Council Chambers hybrid meeting format. After rising from closed session, council will adopt a confirming by-law (084-22) to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session for educational training on hybrid meeting format (Municipal Act s.239(3.1))
- Adoption of By-law No. 084-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Council
Innisfil Council is meeting to decide on several significant items, including adopting a short-term accommodation licensing by-law and amendments to zoning, and approving in principle the consolidation of the Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury fire services. The council will also consider multiple housekeeping by-law consolidations, a backflow prevention by-law, and two subdivision proposals on Belle Aire Beach Road. Several staff reports are for information only, including the Transportation Master Plan update and road reconstruction awards.
- Short-term accommodation licensing by-law and zoning amendments (DSR-100-22)
- Fire consolidation with Bradford West Gwillimbury, Option 3, Innisfil as primary employer (DSR-101-22)
- Servicing allocation of 126 single-detached equivalent units to Ballymore Building for LSAMI P3 subdivision (DSR-102-22)
- Official Plan Amendments No. 6 and 7 for 1357 and 1303 Belle Aire Beach Road, re-designating to Residential Medium Density (DSR-109-22, DSR-110-22)
- Adoption of By-law 066-22 for fees and charges, repealing By-law 071-18 effective January 1, 2023
Special Council
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with council set to approve the agenda, hold a closed session to discuss three confidential matters, and confirm directions to staff. The closed session covers labour relations with Unifor, litigation regarding DC Appeals, and solicitor-client privileged advice on Rizzardo Centre Leasing. The meeting concludes with adoption of a confirming by-law and adjournment.
- Closed session on labour relations/employee negotiations re: Unifor
- Closed session on litigation or potential litigation re: DC Appeals
- Closed session on solicitor-client privilege re: Rizzardo Centre Leasing
- Adoption of By-law No. 083-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
The School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will discuss traffic safety around Innisfil schools, including results from a traffic calming pilot and active school travel recommendations. They will also consider funding for improvements at Goodfellow Public School and review accomplishments from the 2018-2022 term.
- Recommendation to fund up to $4,000 for flex bollards at Goodfellow Public School
- Recommendation to fund up to $1,500 for a video highlighting Goodfellow's Kiss & Ride program
- Discussion of active school travel recommendations for Alcona Glen Elementary School, including $2,100 for wayfinding signs and up to $7,200 for quick wins
- Report on traffic calming pavement markings: 9 km/h speed reduction on Westmount Avenue, no impact on Booth Avenue
- Discussion of 2018-2022 committee accomplishments and end of term
Special Council
This Special Council meeting includes a closed session to discuss short-term accommodations and a federal grant opportunity, followed by public planning meetings for three development applications: a draft plan of subdivision at 7131 5 Sideroad and zoning by-law amendments at 2385 20 Sideroad and 1321/1335 9th Line. Council will receive staff reports and consider public comments, with final decisions deferred to future meetings.
- Draft Plan of Subdivision (D12-2022-002) for 7131 5 Sideroad: 5 industrial lots, 2 stormwater blocks, internal road, ~26.37 ha
- Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-2021-003) for 2385 20 Sideroad
- Zoning By-law Amendments (D14-2021-002 & D14-2022-005) for 1321 and 1335 9th Line
- Closed session: Short Term Accommodations (solicitor-client privilege)
- Closed session: Federal Grant Opportunity (negotiations)
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Sleeping Lion Park (Champion Park) design, discuss naming the Innisfil Beach Park beach wheelchair, and consider correspondence from Collingwood about a regional meeting of AAC chairs. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes, plus information items on an Autism Ontario newsletter and a washroom renovation update.
- Presentation by Landscape Planning Limited on Sleeping Lion Park (Champion Park) design
- Discussion on naming the Innisfil Beach Park beach wheelchair
- Correspondence from Town of Collingwood AAC Chair proposing a bi-annual meeting of AAC chairs on September 14, 2022
- Information item: Lakeshore Washroom at Innisfil Beach Park renovation update
- Information item: Autism Ontario June newsletter
No Quorum Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to receive a recap of its achievements and future opportunities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Discussion of committee achievements and future opportunities
- Receipt of May 2022 newsletters from Ontario Heritage Trust and Architectural Conservancy of Ontario
- Pending items include 34 King Street, Cookstown; 1326 Innisfil Beach Road; Barclay House Stones; 17 Queen Street / 7 King Street North Cookstown; and vacant properties
Council
Innisfil Council is deciding on several staff recommendations, including approving the 2023/2024 User Fees & Charges update, the 2022 Asset Management Plan, and six Administrative Monetary Penalties policies. They will also consider a part lot control exemption for a Cortel Group development and a motion against antisemitism. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.
- 2023/2024 User Fees & Charges update (effective Jan 1, 2023; Schedule E 5.13(a) $4322, 5.13(b) $1235)
- 2022 Asset Management Plan approval
- Administrative Monetary Penalties policies (6 policies)
- Part Lot Control Exemption By-law 061-22 for Block 355, Plan 51M-1209 (Innisfil Land Holdings LP/Cortel Group)
- Motion against antisemitism (Mayor Dollin)
Special Council
This special council meeting covers the annual general meetings of the town's three utility corporations—InnPower, InnServices, and Innterprises. Council will receive presentations from each company's CEO, accept their audited 2021 financial statements, appoint KPMG as auditor for 2022, and make board appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on routine approvals and appointments.
- Receive audited financial statements for InnPower, InnServices, and Innterprises for year ended Dec 31, 2021
- Appoint KPMG as auditor for fiscal 2022 for all three corporations
- Re-appoint Daniel Shepherdson to InnPower board for 3-year term (2025); appoint George Shaparew for 2-year term (2024)
- Re-appoint Stuart Reece to InnServices board for 1-year term (2023); appoint George Shaparew for 2-year term (2024)
- Appoint Donna Orsatti to Innterprises board for 1-year term (2023)
Special Council
This is a procedural special council meeting. Council will approve the agenda, then resolve into a closed session under the Municipal Act to receive staff training on hybrid meeting format for Council Chambers. After rising from closed session, Council will adopt a confirming by-law (No. 059-22) to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session for educational training on Council Chambers hybrid meeting format (Section 239(3.1) of Municipal Act)
- Adoption of By-law No. 059-22 to confirm proceedings of the May 30, 2022 special council meeting
Innisfil Beach Park Ad Hoc Committee
The Innisfil Beach Park Ad Hoc Committee will receive an operations update covering a recap of prior activities, closing budget, and next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items or public presentations scheduled.
- Operations update on committee recap, closing budget, and next steps
- Approval of agenda for May 26, 2022
- Receipt of minutes from April 7, 2022 meeting
- No further meetings scheduled for 2022 due to municipal elections
Special Council
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a resolution to enter closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation related to an expropriation matter. Council will also consider confirming the confidential direction to staff on that matter, and adopt a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Resolution to hold closed session under Section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act for an expropriation matter
- Confirmation of confidential direction to staff regarding the expropriation matter
- Adoption of By-law No. 058-22 to confirm the proceedings of the May 25, 2022 special council meeting
Council
Council is deciding whether to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System, adopt related by-laws, and approve additional capital funding of $1,470,224. The agenda also includes heritage designations, a Class 1 permit variation for a boathouse, and several routine reports and proclamations.
- Adopt By-laws 053-22 to 056-22 establishing an Administrative Monetary Penalty System, appointing Screening and Hearing Officers, and amending Parking and Fees/Charges By-laws
- Approve $1,470,224 in additional funds for capital projects and adjust $60,000 in Federal Gas Tax funds for RDS363-Traffic Calming Measures
- Designate 6276 Yonge Street (Waterloo Inn) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (By-law 057-22)
- Add 5633 County Road 27 to the Municipal Heritage Register as a non-designated Listed Property
- Authorize a Class 1 Permit for an on-land boathouse at 1260 Shoreview Drive with conditions
Cancelled School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
The School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive staff presentations on stop sign warrants and an update on Goodfellow Public School, plus a presentation on the Alcona Glen / Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Active School Travel Project. The agenda also includes information items on traffic data collection, a traffic safety dashboard, and a trail update. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn after these items.
- Staff presentation on Stop Sign Warrants
- Update on Goodfellow Public School
- Presentation on Alcona Glen / Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Active School Travel Project
- Traffic Data Collection Update - Nantyr Shores and Big Bay Point
- Jack Crescent Trail Update
Special Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to approve its agenda and consider one business item: posting National AccessAbility Week promotion videos on the Town's social media during May 29 to June 4, 2022. No minutes or information items were received. The meeting is largely procedural aside from this single recommendation.
- Recommendation to post National AccessAbility Week promotion videos on Town social media for May 29 to June 4, 2022
- Approval of the special agenda for May 17, 2022
- Next meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022 at Town Hall Community Room B&C
Council
Council will consider staff reports on the 2021 final operating and capital results, including carrying forward a $323,048 surplus and approving capital project changes. They will also vote on amendments to the Fire Department by-law, municipal drain maintenance works, and several policies. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and a motion requesting County support for a homeless services organization.
- Approve 2021 operating surplus of $323,048 carried forward to 2022
- Fund $71,843 in unbudgeted costs for potential real estate acquisition from ARS Reserve
- Return $1.2M from RDS206 6th Line - 20th Sideroad to St Johns project
- Approve $115,000 for IBR Medians capital project
- Adopt Fire Department By-law 103-14 Appendix C amendment
Special Council
This is a special council meeting that is largely procedural. Council will approve the agenda, then resolve into a closed session to discuss board appointments and a matter called Mobility Orbit, with confidential direction to staff to be confirmed afterward. The meeting concludes with adoption of a confirming by-law and adjournment. No public decisions or substantive business items are listed on the open agenda.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act re: Board Appointments
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act re: Mobility Orbit
- Adoption of By-law No. 050-22 to confirm proceedings of the May 11, 2022 special meeting
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on accessibility improvements at Eastern Lakeside Park (Road End), Huron Court Park, and Innisfil Beach Park, and to support planned National AccessAbility Week promotions. The committee will also approve its agenda and prior minutes, and note a proclamation for National AccessAbility Week (May 29 to June 4, 2022).
- Park implementation and improvements updates for Eastern Lakeside Park (Road End), Huron Court Park, and Innisfil Beach Park
- Support for National AccessAbility Week promotions (May 29 to June 4, 2022)
- Proclamation of National AccessAbility Week by Mayor Lynn Dollin
- Sleeping Lions Park update deferred to June 14, 2022 meeting
Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss recommending 5633 County Road 27 for addition to the Town's Municipal Heritage Register as a non-designated 'Listed Property,' following an earlier working group proposal. Members will also review a draft designation by-law for 6276 Yonge Street, discuss heritage business recognition, and receive updates from working groups. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and prior minutes, with no public delegations scheduled.
- Discussion on recommending 5633 County Road 27 to Municipal Heritage Register as non-designated 'Listed Property'
- Comments on draft Designation By-law for 6276 Yonge Street
- Discussion on Heritage Business Recognition
- Updates from Heritage Property Research and Evaluation, Cookstown Heritage Conservation District, and Communications working groups
- Pending items include 34 King Street, 1326 Innisfil Beach Road, Barclay House Stones, 17 Queen Street/7 King Street North Cookstown, and vacant properties
Council
Innisfil Council is deciding on several items, including adopting a new short-term accommodation (STA) licensing by-law and related zoning amendments, revoking COVID-19 by-laws, and approving a funding reallocation for a flooding strategy. They will also consider staff reports on transit, a mediation pilot, and property transfers, along with routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.
- Adopt By-law 044-22 to regulate short-term accommodations, plus related fees (045-22) and zoning amendments (046-22, 047-22)
- Revoke COVID-19 emergency by-laws (033-20, 032-20) and adopt amendments to Parks and Parking by-laws
- Approve in-year capital reallocation for Flood Strategy & Stormwater Management Master Plan Update
- Authorize transfer of water treatment plant lands (2155 25th Sideroad, 2061 & 2073 Commerce Park Drive) to InnServices
- Approve Class 1 CPPS variations for properties on Maple Road and Moosenlanka Road
Special Council
This Special Council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss three confidential matters: a Gilford Road project update, Mobility Orbit negotiations, and additional information on short-term accommodations. Council will also approve the agenda, adopt a confirming by-law, and adjourn.
- Closed session to discuss Gilford Road Project Update (solicitor-client privilege)
- Closed session to discuss Mobility Orbit negotiations (municipal negotiations)
- Closed session to discuss Short Term Accommodations Additional Information (solicitor-client privilege)
- Adoption of By-law No. 048-22 to confirm the meeting's proceedings
Special Council - 20 Apr 2022 - Short Term Accommodations
This special council meeting is a public consultation on proposed new rules for short-term accommodations (STAs) in Innisfil. Council will consider adopting a licensing by-law, zoning by-law amendments, and a planning permit system amendment, with a phased implementation starting July 1, 2022. The plan includes a demerit point system and fines up to $100,000 for serious violations, but defers the 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax for now.
- Adoption of Short-Term Accommodation Licensing By-Law (XXX-22)
- Adoption of Zoning By-Law Amendment (XXX-22)
- Adoption of Our Shore Community Planning Permit System By-Law Amendment (XXX-22)
- Letter to Province endorsing harmonized collection of Municipal Accommodation Tax
- Phased implementation: permits required July 1, 2022 for some STAs, Nov 1, 2022 for all others
Council
Innisfil Council will receive presentations on the Matthews House Hospice annual update and the Innisfil Library Master Plan, and will consider several staff reports. Key actions include approving a $50,000 capital budget change for Hewitt's Creek drainage works and updating the Corporate Resources Use During Election Policy. Two staff reports on stormwater management and COVID-19 by-laws have been rescheduled to a future meeting.
- Approve $50,000 in-year capital budget for Hewitt's Creek Drainage Works, Innisfil Beach Road Realignment, funded by benefitting landowners
- Receive Innisfil Library Master Plan presentation
- Approve updated Corporate Resources Use During Election Policy for 2022 municipal election
- Declare Innisfil OnionFest (June 17-19, 2022) a Municipally Significant Event
- Receive Matthews House Hospice annual update
Special Council
This Special Council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privileged advice regarding Mobility Orbit. Council will also confirm the confidential direction to staff on this matter, and adopt a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session to consider solicitor-client privileged advice on Mobility Orbit
- Confirmation of confidential direction to staff regarding Mobility Orbit
- Adoption of By-law No. 038-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive presentations on the Campus Master Plan and updates on Eastern Road End and Sleeping Lion Park, as well as information on accessible parking and renovated washrooms at Innisfil Beach Park. The committee will also discuss its annual presentation to Council on May 25, 2022. The agenda is largely informational, with no decisions on funding or policy.
- Presentation on Campus Master Plan by Policy Planner Gaelen Pierce and Future Planning's Max Faulhammer
- Updates on Eastern Road End and Sleeping Lion Park from Capital Project Manager Meredith Goodwin
- Information on accessible parking spaces and renovated washrooms at Innisfil Beach Park
- Discussion of annual update presentation to Council on May 25, 2022
- Autism Ontario April newsletter received as information
Innisfil Beach Park Ad Hoc Committee
The Innisfil Beach Park Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to receive staff updates on the beach wheelchair program, the Dog Days of Summer event, and general park operations. No decisions are on the agenda; all items are for information and recommendation to receive the updates.
- Beach wheelchair update
- Dog Days of Summer update
- General park updates
Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on potential collaboration with the 2022 OnionFest and to discuss agency requirements for approving planning applications. The agenda also includes reports from working groups and information items from heritage organizations. The meeting is largely procedural, with no formal decisions expected on these discussion items.
- Discussion on potential collaboration with 2022 OnionFest (June 17-19, 2022)
- Discussion on agency requirements for approval of planning applications
- Updates from Heritage Property Research and Evaluation, Cookstown Heritage Conservation District, and Communications working groups
- Pending items include 34 King Street, Cookstown; 1326 Innisfil Beach Road; Barclay House Stones; 17 Queen Street / 7 King Street North Cookstown; vacant properties
Special Council
Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on a proposed resort redevelopment of the Cooks Bay Marina properties at 1155 Gilford Road, 257 Beach Road, 269 Maple Grove Road and 278 Woodfield Road. The applications include a draft plan of condominium, an official plan amendment, and a zoning by-law amendment. No decision is being made at this meeting; comments will be considered in a future recommendation report.
- Proposed resort includes a 7-storey, 74-unit residence building, a 5-storey, 75-room hotel with 11 condominium suites, 5 townhouse units, and 140 retained boat slips
- Official Plan Amendment would redesignate lands from 'Shoreline Commercial Area' and 'Hamlet Residential Area' to 'Resort Recreational Area'
- Zoning By-law Amendment would rezone lands to 'Medium Density Resort Recreational', 'High Density Resort Residential', 'Resort Recreational Hotel Commercial', 'Open Space', and 'Environmental Protection' zones
- InnServices noted existing Gilford water system not designed for this scale, requiring significant upgrades including 700 metres of new watermain at developer cost
- Proposal includes extracting two properties from the Our Shore Community Planning Permit System By-law, requiring a separate by-law amendment application
Special Council
This is a special council meeting where staff and a consultant present updates on the County's Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR), including refinements to the Provincial Prime Agricultural Area and Natural Heritage System. Council will receive the presentation as information and direct staff to address public comments in future reports. The agenda also includes a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Presentation on 'Our Growth to 2051' by SGL Planning and Design
- Discussion of County MCR process with 2051 population forecast of 555,000 and 198,000 jobs
- Refinements to Provincial Agricultural System and Natural Heritage System
- Evaluation of 28 requests for settlement area boundary expansion
- Adoption of By-law No. 031-22 to confirm proceedings
Council
Innisfil Council is meeting to decide on several staff recommendations, including approving funding for an electronic permitting pilot project, adding four new vehicles to the Community Development Standards Branch, and adopting housekeeping by-law amendments. The agenda also includes a delegation on a completed advanced sedimentation pilot project and several routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and proclamations.
- Approve $54,350 for CloudPermit e-permitting pilot, funded 65% from Municipal Modernization Program and 35% from Inspection Stabilization Reserve
- Approve $172,000 for four new Community Development Standards Branch vehicles, funded from development charges
- Adopt by-laws amending Building Maintenance, Site Alteration, Fences, Parking, and Clean Communities by-laws
- Rezone 2044 25 Sideroad from Open Space Exception to Residential 1 and Community Service Exception zones
- Authorize sales pavilion and demonstration unit agreements with Belmac Estate Properties Inc. for Innis Village Subdivision
School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
The School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a staff presentation on stop sign warrants and a memorandum on traffic safety and jaywalking initiatives near Alcona Glen Elementary School. The committee will also consider a closed session for litigation-related project updates and receive several informational updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions expected.
- Staff presentation on Stop Sign Warrants
- Memorandum on Traffic Safety and Jaywalking Initiatives, including a safety blitz and anti-jaywalking video
- Closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation regarding a project update
- Update on Alcona Glen Pedestrian Crossing Awareness
- Traffic Safety Pilot with Catholic School Board update
Special Council
Innisfil Council will receive a staff report outlining proposed directions for the Civic Campus Master Plan, including a new Economic Employment District to support hospital-driven growth. The meeting also includes two public planning meetings for development applications at 2241/2229 Innisfil Beach Road and 881 Hofland Street, where public comments will be considered for future recommendations.
- Civic Campus Master Plan direction report (DSR-037-22) proposes Economic Employment District near new RVH South Campus
- Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 2241 and 2229 Innisfil Beach Road
- Public meeting for Draft Plan of Subdivision, Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 881 Hofland Street
- Confirming By-law 024-22 to adopt proceedings of the meeting
Council
Council will vote on a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 299 Sunnybrae Avenue (Innisfil Executive Estates 2), and will consider staff responses to the County of Simcoe's Regional Fire Services Review. Two motions for notice will be discussed: one directing staff to develop a committee recruitment policy, and another supporting federal funding for a Lake Simcoe Restoration Fund. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, correspondence, and a confirming by-law.
- Approve draft plan of subdivision D12-2020-001 and zoning by-law 021-22 for 299 Sunnybrae Ave (Innisfil Executive Estates 2)
- Authorize staff response to County of Simcoe Regional Fire Services Review, considering recommendations 1-8 in fire consolidation talks with Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Motion to develop a policy for constituting and administering Town committees and boards by June 30, 2022
- Motion supporting federal funding for a Lake Simcoe Restoration Fund, including shoreline restoration and tree planting
- Receive correspondence including South Simcoe Police Services and Innisfil Public Library board minutes
Special Council
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation related to Capital Project PKS348. Council will also consider confirming the confidential direction to staff regarding that project, and adopt a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation (Section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act) re: Capital Project PKS348
- Confirmation of confidential direction to staff regarding Capital Project PKS348
- Adoption of By-law No. 022-22 to confirm the proceedings of the March 9, 2022 Special Council meeting
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Land and Lakes Master Plan and the Innisfil Transportation Master Plan, and to discuss items for its annual update on May 25, 2022. The agenda also includes receiving several informational items, including a webinar on hidden mobility disabilities and a proclamation for World Autism Awareness Day. The meeting is largely procedural, with recommendations to receive reports and draft speaking notes.
- Presentation by Thinc Design Inc. on Land and Lakes Master Plan update
- Update on Innisfil Transportation Master Plan from Technical Advisory Committee rep
- Discussion on presentation items for IAAC Annual Update May 25, 2022
- Information item: Accessibility Services Canada webinar on Hidden Mobility Disabilities
- Information item: Proclamation of April 2, 2022 as World Autism Day in Innisfil
Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss recommending 6280 Yonge Street and 6261 Yonge Street for addition to the Town's Municipal Heritage Register as non-designated 'Listed Properties,' and will review a draft Notice of Intention to Designate for 6276 Yonge Street (Waterloo Inn). The committee will also receive updates from working groups and information items, including a County of Simcoe report on the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force.
- Consideration to recommend 6280 Yonge Street and 6261 Yonge Street as non-designated 'Listed Properties' on the Municipal Heritage Register
- Draft Notice of Intention to Designate for 6276 Yonge Street (Waterloo Inn)
- Working group updates: Heritage Property Research and Evaluation, Cookstown Heritage Conservation District, Communications
- County of Simcoe Staff Report CCW-2022-078 on Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Report
- Correspondence from ICECorp re: 2022 Innisfil OnionFest
Council
Innisfil Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including extending deadlines for Cookstown sanitary sewer allocations, lifting a holding provision and granting a part lot control exemption for 1205 Corm Street, and approving a $750,000 budget increase for Town Square funded by a federal grant. The agenda also includes a Community Strategic Plan status update and CAO Action Plan, plus notices of motion on committee recruitment and federal funding for Lake Simcoe restoration.
- Extend Cookstown sanitary allocation deadlines to Sept 15, 2023 (34 & 23 King St S) and Sept 15, 2022 (other properties), with reallocation of unused allocation
- Adopt By-law 016-22 to remove Holding (H) provisions and By-law 017-22 for part lot control exemption at 1205 Corm Street (Mosaik)
- Approve $750,000 increase to Town Square budget (PKS25) from Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant
- Rezone part of Innis Village Subdivision (2961, 2930-2992, 3151 Ireton St) from FD to FD-3 zone (By-law 018-22)
- Notice of motion to support federal funding for Lake Simcoe Restoration Fund, including tree planting and infrastructure upgrades
School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
The School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss school zone safety, including an Active School Travel Project Workshop and a staff memorandum on stop sign requests for Emily Street and Isabella Street. The agenda also includes updates on automated speed enforcement cameras, speed limits, and other traffic safety items. The committee will receive these items as information.
- Discussion on Active School Travel Project Workshop
- Memorandum on stop sign requests for Emily Street and Isabella Street (not recommended)
- Update on LAS Automated Speed Enforcement Camera
- Big Bay Point Speed Limit Update
- Correspondence on Multi-Modal Levels of Service (MMLOS) Guidelines
Council
Innisfil Council will consider approving a 3% increase to water and wastewater fixed rates and a 1.5% increase to volumetric rates, effective April 1, 2022. Council will also vote on a motion to declare a climate emergency, and will receive updates on 2021 performance metrics and customer service. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and by-laws for road dedications.
- 3% water/wastewater fixed rate increase and 1.5% volumetric rate increase, effective April 1, 2022 (By-law 012-22)
- Motion to declare a climate emergency and track carbon reduction actions
- Part lot control exemption for Alcona Capital Properties Inc., Blocks 145-147, Plan 51M-1139
- By-laws to dedicate Blackmore, Field, and Corm Streets into the road system
- $500 Council Discretionary Fund request from Innisfil Rotary Club for student bursary
Special Council
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a resolution to enter closed session to discuss negotiations related to the InnServices Infrastructure Project. Council will also confirm confidential staff direction and adopt a by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session to consider negotiations for InnServices Infrastructure Project
- Confirmation of confidential direction to staff regarding InnServices Infrastructure Project
- Adoption of By-law No. 015-22 to confirm meeting proceedings
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on national accessibility initiatives, including a draft standard for automated banking machines and self-service devices, and Canada's long-term accessibility roadmap. The committee will also receive information on local programs such as the Be My Eyes app, CARF accreditation for ILS Simcoe County, and the Community Transportation Link Project. No decisions on these items are expected; they are for information and discussion.
- Public review of draft standard ASC/CSA B651.2 for accessible automated banking machines and self-service devices, open until March 18, 2022
- Accessibility Standards Canada's Roadmap to 2040 long-term strategy to make Canada accessible
- Be My Eyes app for blind or low vision people received as information
- ILS Simcoe County's 3-year accreditation from CARF International
- County of Simcoe Cart Exchange Program
Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss and provide direction on adding 6280 Yonge Street to the Municipal Heritage Register as a non-designated listed property, and on designating 6276 Yonge Street (Waterloo Inn). The committee will also receive updates on 2022 Ontario Heritage Week preparations and working group activities, and approve the meeting agenda and previous minutes.
- Consideration to recommend 6280 Yonge Street for the Municipal Heritage Register as a non-designated listed property
- Consideration of designation for 6276 Yonge Street (Waterloo Inn)
- Update on 2022 Ontario Heritage Week preparations
- Working group updates: Heritage Property Research and Evaluation, Cookstown Heritage Conservation District, Communications
- Approval of agenda and minutes from January 6, 2022 meeting
School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
The School Zone-Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will review and provide direction on the 2022 automated warning camera program, which proposes placing cameras at four school zones and two other locations. The committee will also receive updates on 2021 accomplishments, school board meetings, and various traffic safety initiatives. The agenda includes several information items and a schedule of future meetings.
- Endorse 2022 automated warning camera locations: Cookstown Public School, Goodfellow Public School, Killarney Beach School, Nantyr Shores, 25th Sideroad near 10th Line, Big Bay Point Road
- Receive presentation on 2021 SZ-TSAC accomplishments
- Receive update on meetings with Simcoe County School Boards
- Staff updates on Jack Crescent Trail Project and educational video on jaywalking
- Traffic Safety Dashboard and article on 2021 collisions
Special Council
This special council meeting is a public planning meeting where council will receive staff reports on two zoning by-law amendment applications. The first is for lands on Ireton Street to allow a sales pavilion and more model homes in the Innis Village subdivision. The second is for a property on 3rd Line. Council will receive comments but will not make final decisions at this meeting.
- Zoning amendment D14-2021-020 for 2961, 2930-2992, and 3151 Ireton Street to rezone from Future Development to Future Development Exception for a sales pavilion and increase model homes from 6 to 10
- Zoning amendment D14-2021-019 for 4136 3rd Line
- Public comments to be considered in future recommendation reports
- Confirming by-law 008-22 to adopt meeting proceedings
Innisfil Audit Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Audit Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda, receive the minutes of its May 28, 2021 meeting, and review a planning report for the 2021 audit. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items or decisions listed beyond these routine approvals and information items.
- Approval of agenda for January 17, 2022
- Receive minutes of May 28, 2021 meeting (Report 02-21)
- Receive planning report for 2021 audit
- Audit timeline: planning report presented January 17, 2022; final fieldwork starts April 11, 2022; final report expected spring 2022
- Materiality set at $6.5 million for tangible capital assets and $2.1 million for other areas
Council
Innisfil Council will consider endorsing further study of consolidating its fire service with Bradford West Gwillimbury, focusing on two options. Council is also set to approve a revised 2022 operating budget with a total tax levy of $39,723,794, and will receive updates on the County of Simcoe's Municipal Comprehensive Review.
- Fire consolidation assessment with Bradford West Gwillimbury; Council to endorse exploring Option 3 and Option 4
- 2022 Operating Budget: $39,723,794 tax levy, estimated 1.62% increase to average residential tax bill
- South Simcoe Police 2022 budget: Innisfil's share $11,767,816 (53.64%) operating, $390,319 capital
- Heritage designations: 1878 Innisfil Beach Road; add 2539 14th Line and 2647 Lockhart Road to register
- Notice of motion to declare a climate emergency, to be considered February 9, 2022
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a mostly procedural agenda. Council will vote to approve the agenda, then move into a closed session to discuss three confidential matters: a CAO update, a Heritage Advisory Committee vacancy, and an expropriation matter. After the closed session, they will confirm the confidential recommendations and adopt a confirming by-law.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for CAO Update
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for Heritage Advisory Committee Vacancy
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(e) for Expropriation Matter
- Adoption of By-law No. 007-22 to confirm proceedings
Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet virtually to receive an update on the Snowbot pilot project, a robotic snow-clearing initiative, and to review information items on provincial and federal accessibility efforts. The agenda is largely routine, including approval of the agenda, disclosure of interest, and approval of previous minutes.
- Snowbot Pilot Project presentation by Tim Lichti (Swap Robotics) and Nicole Bowman
- Ontario news release on making public spaces more accessible
- Accessibility Standards Canada CEO newsletter
- Approval of January 11, 2022 agenda
- Minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting
Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee
The Innisfil Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Town's Land Acknowledgement Statement and to discuss preparations for 2022 Ontario Heritage Week, including finalizing activities and reporting back in February. The committee will also receive updates from its working groups and on the Heritage Property Awards, and will review pending items such as properties at 34 King Street and 1326 Innisfil Beach Road. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Presentation on Town of Innisfil's Land Acknowledgement Statement
- 2022 Ontario Heritage Week preparations update
- Heritage Property Awards update
- Working group updates: Heritage Property Research, Cookstown Heritage Conservation District, Communications
- Pending items: 34 King Street, Cookstown; 1326 Innisfil Beach Road; Barclay House Stones; 17 Queen Street / 7 King Street North Cookstown; Vacant Properties