Lanark County public meetings in 2021

Striking Committee

The Lanark County Striking Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes and agenda, electing a committee chair, and discussing an update to the procedural by-law regarding the election process. The agenda also includes a review of community grants and nominating a chair for the Climate Action Committee. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Election of Striking Committee Chair
• Update to Procedural By-Law on election process
• Community Grants Review
• Nomination of Chair for Climate Action Committee

Land Division

The Lanark County Land Division Committee will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider seven applications for consent to create new lots or lot additions across the county. The applications include proposals in Carleton Place, Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, and Tay Valley Township. The committee will also approve minutes, adopt the agenda, and set 2022 meeting dates.

• B21/172-173 Inverness Homes: two new lots on Industrial Ave, Carleton Place, including a 5.22-ha residential lot and a 2.2-ha industrial lot
• B21/095 Larocque: new lot on Drummond Concession 2, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/109 Hawley: new lot on Armstrong Rd, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/113 Alisa Robertson Estate: new lot on Kerr Road, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/148 and B21/149 Sweeney: lot addition on George Street, Lanark Highlands

Climate Action Committee

The Lanark County Climate Action Committee is meeting to hear delegations on climate change impacts on Mississippi Lake and on market prioritization for home energy retrofit programs, followed by discussion and possible staff direction. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a communication item, and a report on seminars and builder engagement with a proposed motion to send a letter of recognition to local green builders.

• Delegation: Climate Change and Mississippi Lake by Doreen Donald (Mississippi Lake Association)
• Presentation: Market Prioritization for Home Energy Retrofit Programs by David Roewade (Greenscale Inc.)
• Presentation: Sustainably.eco by Karina Bree
• Discussion report: Seminar List and Builder Engagement with motion to send letter of recognition to local green builders
• Communication: Climate Action Long List

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will hear presentations from the Land Division Committee, Small Business Advisory Centre, and Lanark Transportation Association, and consider a request for a one-year extension for Nordlaw Cottages Inc.'s draft plan of condominium. The Land Division Committee recommends reviewing service delivery options, including delegating approvals to staff or downloading to local municipalities. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and information reports.

• Presentation by Land Division Committee recommending review of land severance service delivery options
• Request for one-year extension for Nordlaw Cottages Inc. condominium draft plan (File No. 09-CD-16002) in Tay Valley Township
• Planning Department Information Report (PD-34-2021) listing approved consent applications and subdivision statuses
• Updates from Small Business Advisory Centre and Lanark Transportation Association

County Council

Lanark County Council will hear delegations from two hospitals requesting capital funding support and from Lanark Residents for Safe Trails presenting a study on snowmobile speeds on the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail. Council will also consider reports, by-laws on development charges, a deputy treasurer appointment, and planning fee tariffs, plus confidential staffing matters.

• Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital requests $150,000 for 2022 Core Capital Program
• Almonte and Carleton Place District Hospital delegation
• Lanark Residents for Safe Trails presents snowmobile speed data on OVRT
• By-Law 2021-42: Development Charges
• By-Law 2021-44: Tariff of Fees for Planning Applications

SPECIAL Corporate Services

This is a special Corporate Services Committee meeting held immediately after County Council. The main item is a discussion report on the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget, with a suggested motion to approve it for a net levy amount that is left blank in the agenda. The committee would also recommend a by-law to adopt the 2022 estimates at the December 8 County Council meeting. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• 2022 Operating and Capital Budget approval for a Net Levy (amount blank in agenda)
• By-law to Adopt the Estimates for 2022 to be presented at County Council
• Financial Friday Follow-Up report by CAO Kurt Greaves
• Meeting is virtual-only for the public

Public Works

The Public Works Committee will consider several items, including a proposal to declare a portion of former County Road 36 (Elphin Maberly Road) surplus, close it, and sell it to the abutting landowner for $1. They will also discuss a speed reduction on County Road 10 and receive an update on the Paved Shoulder Program. A delegation from Cabinscape will present a pilot project for carbon-negative manufactured homes.

• Road closing and sale of surplus lands on former County Road 36 (Elphin Maberly Road) for $1.00
• Proposed speed reduction on County Road 10 (Richmond Rd.) from Derry Sideroad to Prospect to 70 km/h
• Paved Shoulder Program progress update and continuation approval
• Cabinscape delegation proposing a pilot of two carbon-negative manufactured homes (Project Sinkhouse)
• Public hearing scheduled for January 26, 2022 on the road closing

County Council

Lanark County Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 budget estimates and consider a by-law to reduce speed limits on portions of County Road 10 (Richmond Road). The agenda also includes adopting reports from the Corporate Services, Economic Development, and Public Works committees, plus a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

• By-Law 2021-46: Adopt 2022 budget estimates
• By-Law 2021-47: Reduce speed to 60 km/hr on County Road 10 from 100m east of Franktown Cemetery Road to Highway 15; reduce to 70 km/hr from County Road 17 to existing 60 km/hr zone in Prospect
• Adoption of committee reports (Corporate Services, Economic Development, Public Works)
• By-Law 2021-48: Confirming by-law for meeting proceedings

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend two items to County Council: appointing Jenny McBride as Deputy Treasurer and adopting a new Development Charges By-Law. The by-law, which replaces the expiring 2016-40, sets 2022 rates and includes exemptions for various property types. The committee will also receive updates from the CAO and regional caucuses.

• Appointment of Jenny McBride as Deputy Treasurer
• Adoption of Development Charges By-Law 2021-42, effective January 1, 2022
• Development charge rate: $1,536 for single/semi-detached dwellings; $0.53 per sq ft non-residential
• Exemptions include places of worship, hospitals, industrial buildings, non-profit housing
• No public feedback received on draft by-law as of November 23, 2021

Inaugural Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of Lanark County Council for the 2022 term. Council will elect a Warden and chairs for four Committee of the Whole positions (Corporate Services, Community Services, Economic Development, Public Works), with nominations already made. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on leadership selection and appointments.

• Election of Warden for 2022; Councillor John Fenik nominated
• Election of Committee of the Whole chairs for Corporate Services, Community Services, Economic Development, Public Works
• Appointment of Susan Freeman as scrutineer for committee chair elections
• Presentation of Past Warden's pin to Christa Lowry
• Warden appoints five-member Striking Committee

Community Services

The Community Services Committee will review and potentially approve 2022 Community Grant funding allocations from a $53,000 budget, with requests totaling $288,824. They will also receive a confidential update on Lanark Lodge redevelopment Expression of Interest results and consider a staff recommendation to continue operating the current home long-term rather than proceed with redevelopment. Other updates include the Arthur Street development, the health unit, and the transportation association.

• 2022 Community Grants: $53,000 budget, $288,824 requested; recommended allocations include $9,000 to Alzheimer Society, $8,000 to Lanark County Tourism Association, $8,000 to Carebridge, $7,000 to Lanark County Stewardship Council
• Lanark Lodge redevelopment: one confidential Expression of Interest received; staff recommend long-term operation of existing home, citing $75-$100 million cost for a new build
• Lanark Lodge Capital Reserve: $6.1 million accumulated since 2009, with $7.5 million invested in capital projects
• Arthur Street Development update (verbal) to be accepted as information
• Delegations and verbal reports from Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association

County Council

Lanark County Council is meeting to consider routine procedural items, including approving minutes and a confirming by-law. The main substantive item is a recommendation from the Public Works Committee to declare a portion of former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road) surplus and authorize its closure and sale for $1, with a public hearing scheduled for January 26, 2022. Council will also receive updates on construction and vegetation management, and consider letters to the Ministry of Transportation regarding phragmites control and a community safety zone on Highway 15.

• Declare former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road), Part 4 and 7, Lot 9, Concession 9, Dalhousie, surplus and authorize closure/sale for $1
• Public hearing on road closing set for January 26, 2022
• Letter to MTO encouraging more thorough phragmites control program
• Letter of support for community safety zone on Highway 15 for Calvary Christian Academy/High School
• Adoption of 2021 Construction Update report

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets November 24, 2021 to review three staff reports and hear a delegation. The main decision item is Report #PW-35-2021, which recommends declaring a portion of former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road) surplus, closing it, and selling it to the abutting owner for $1.00, with a public hearing set for January 26, 2022. The committee will also receive updates on 2021 construction projects and the Vegetation Management Plan, and hear a delegation from Calvary Christian Academy about safety concerns at its Highway 15 entrance.

• Report #PW-35-2021: declare former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road) land in Lanark Highlands surplus, stop it up, close it, and sell for $1.00 to the abutting owner
• Public hearing on the road closing proposed for January 26, 2022 at the Public Works Committee meeting
• Report #PW-36-2021: 2021 construction update, with capital projects $215K over budget and $277.6K paid in asphalt and fuel price adjustments
• Report #PW-37-2021: vegetation management update reporting a 92% reduction in herbicide use from 2016 to 2021 and a 75% increase in Phragmites cells since 2018
• Delegation: Tom Bourne, Principal of Calvary Christian Academy, on Highway 15 entrance safety concerns (80 km/h speed limit at the school entrance)

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021 will not take place. Presentations and delegations that had been scheduled were deferred to December 8, 2021 because there were no agenda items. No decisions or business items are before the committee at this meeting.

• No Economic Development Committee of the Whole held on November 24, 2021
• Previously scheduled presentations and delegations deferred to December 8, 2021
• Stated reason: lack of agenda items

County Council

Lanark County Council meets November 24, 2021 to receive committee reports and vote on items including a $60,000 nurse call bell system upgrade at Lanark Lodge, a no smoking policy for Lanark County Housing Corporation, and the purchase of 188 Chamber Street in Smiths Falls. Council will also consider the draft 2022 budget, which is being referred to a December 8 budget meeting for further review. The meeting includes Warden and committee chair nominations and a confirming by-law.

• Lanark Lodge nurse call bell system upgrade estimated at $60,000, sole sourced to Pulse Mobile
• Purchase and sale agreement for 188 Chamber Street, Smiths Falls under SSRF Phase 4
• No Smoking Policy for Lanark County Housing Corporation
• Rent subsidy for 28 RGI units starting 2023 approved
• Draft 2022 budget referred to December 8 Corporate Services Budget meeting

Special Corporate Services

Lanark County's Special Corporate Services Committee meets Nov 19, 2021 to walk through the draft 2022 Operating and Capital Budget, hearing presentations from the CAO and department heads on paramedics, emergency services, public works, social services, Lanark Lodge, economic development, community grants, and administration. No net levy figure is filled in on the agenda; the suggested motion would either approve the budget with a blank Net Levy amount or refer the draft to the December 1 Corporate Services meeting. Members of the public may attend virtually only.

• 2022 draft budget reviewed by section: Paramedic (Section 2), Emergency Services (Section 2), Public Works (Section 3), Social Services (Section 4), Lanark Lodge (Section 5), Economic Development (Section 6), Community Grants (Section 6a), Administration (Section 7)
• Suggested motion to approve the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget for a Net Levy of $____________ (amount left blank in the agenda)
• Alternative motion to receive the draft 2022 budgets and refer them to the December 1, 2021 Corporate Services Budget meeting
• A by-law to adopt the 2022 estimates for general purposes would go to the November 24, 2021 County Council meeting if approved
• Presenters include CAO Kurt Greaves, Mary Wilson Trider (Almonte General Hospital), Terry McCann (Public Works), Emily Hollington (Social Services), Carey Duncan (Lanark Lodge), and Deputy Clerk Casey Whiticar

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets on November 17, 2021, to consider six new consent applications for lot creation and lot additions in Montague, Beckwith, Lanark Highlands, and Drummond/North Elmsley. A public hearing runs from 10:00 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. with time slots for each application. The committee will also review deferred applications and may grant, defer, or deny provisional consent.

• B21/069 Dizzell: lot addition of 4,257 sq.m. to 336 Dorston Lane, retaining 46.5-ha farm at 1239 Rideau River Road, Township of Montague
• B21/110 Guay: new lot on Perth Road, Township of Beckwith
• B21/037-039 Hutt: three new lots on Sheridan Rapids Road, Township of Lanark Highlands
• B21/089-090 2303303 Ont Inc (King): two new lots on Rosedale Rd N, Township of Montague
• B21/064-066 5001190 Ont Inc (Kenney): three new lots on Drummond Concession 1, Township of Drummond/North Elmsley

Land Division

The Land Division Committee of Lanark County meets on November 16, 2021, to hold public hearings on 11 applications for consent (land severances), including new lot creations, lot additions, and a right-of-way. The applications cover properties in Tay Valley Township, the Town of Perth, Drummond/North Elmsley, Mississippi Mills, Montague, and Beckwith. The committee will also consider routine procedural items such as approval of minutes and appointment of a chair. No decisions are made at this meeting; the committee receives staff reports and hears public input before making a decision at a later date.

• B21/106 VanAlstine: create a 2.95-ha residential lot and retain 62 ha at 472 Maberly Elphin Road, Tay Valley Township
• B21/130-132 Perthmore Enterprises: lot additions on Senators Gate Drive, Town of Perth
• B21/088 Timmerman: new lot on Drummond Concession 2, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/119 Malloy: new lot on Scotch Line, Tay Valley Township
• B21/072 Briggs: lot addition on Christie Lake Lane 32 D, Tay Valley Township

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee is discussing its work plan and a long list of possible climate actions, and reviewing several reports. County Council is considering a $200,000 climate action project fund in the 2022 draft budget; if created, the committee would request funds for projects, with County Council approving them. The committee is also hearing a proposal from Cabinscape for a two-unit carbon-negative manufactured housing pilot with a total cost of $473,000, and reports on a FoodCycler pilot and corporate emissions reduction.

• Draft 2022 budget includes a $200,000 climate action project fund for the committee, subject to County Council approval
• Cabinscape proposes a two-cabin carbon-negative manufactured housing pilot with a total cost of $473,000, including a $378,400 Green Municipal Fund contribution and $94,600 from a housing partner
• FoodCycler Pilot report from Climate Environmental Coordinator Michelle Vala, with a suggested motion to recommend a pilot program
• Corporate CAP Emissions Reduction report from Michelle Vala, suggested to be accepted as information only
• Updated Terms of Reference to be discussed under new business, presented by CAO Kurt Greaves

Corporate Services

Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee meets on November 10, 2021 to receive a financial summary for the first nine months of 2021 and a third-quarter report from the Lanark County Paramedic Service. The committee will also consider a draft 2022 Council and Committee calendar and receive updates from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, AMO Rural Caucus, ROMA, and the Chief Administrative Officer. A communication from CUPE Ontario asks the County to call for an independent third-party review of OMERS pension investment performance. Most items are for information only.

• Report #FIN-12-2021: County operations show a surplus of 1.4% ($336 thousand) and Lanark County Housing Corporation a surplus of 1.2% ($36 thousand) for the period ending September 30, 2021
• Lanark County Paramedic Service Q3 Report from Chief Travis Mellema, to be accepted as information only
• Draft 2022 Council & Committee Calendar from Deputy Clerk Casey Whiticar, for approval as presented or amended
• CUPE Ontario communication on OMERS Investment Performance, including a proposed motion calling for an independent third-party review of OMERS' investment performance over the past ten years
• Verbal updates from Warden Christa Lowry on Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, AMO Rural Caucus, and ROMA, and from CAO Kurt Greaves

Development Charges Public Meeting

Lanark County Council held a public meeting on November 10, 2021 to hear feedback on a proposed update to the Development Charges By-Law, prompted by recent changes to the Development Charges Act. Treasurer Kevin Wills introduced the meeting, and consultants Andrew Grunda and Matt Bouroukis of Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. gave a presentation. Members of the public were invited to attend virtually and to offer comments and questions. The agenda lists no specific rates, dollar amounts, or decisions; next steps were to be outlined by the Treasurer.

• Public meeting on a proposed update to the Development Charges By-Law
• Presentation by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. (Andrew Grunda and Matt Bouroukis)
• Stated reason: recent changes to the Development Charges Act
• Public comment and question period included
• No specific charges, dollar figures, or votes listed in the agenda

Striking Committee

Lanark County's Striking Committee meets on November 10, 2021 to approve prior minutes and its agenda, and to consider two reports. One report proposes that County Council widen the vision of the Climate Action Committee and adjust its terms of reference to include Indigenous representation. The other proposes updating the Official Plan process to include Pathways 1 recommendations, Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, and Indigenous community involvement. The committee will also review 2022 committee positions available, presented by CAO Kurt Greaves.

• Motion to widen the Climate Action Committee's vision and have the Deputy Clerk adjust its terms of reference to include Indigenous representation
• Motion to update the Official Plan process to include Pathways 1 recommendations, TRC Calls to Action, and Indigenous community participation
• Direction for Planning staff to develop an engagement process with an Indigenous lens for land-use and the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan
• Review of 2022 committee positions available, presented by CAO Kurt Greaves
• Approval of minutes from the Striking Committee meeting held May 25, 2021

Community Services

Lanark County's Community Services Committee meets on November 10, 2021 to review long-term care, housing, and social services reports. Members will hear delegations on homelessness in Lanark and the redevelopment of Kingston General Hospital, and consider a staffing increase at Lanark Lodge to reach four hours of care per resident per day. The committee will also discuss a no-smoking policy for Lanark County Housing Corporation and the results of a non-profit housing development expression of interest. Several items, including ECE capacity building funding and SSRF Phase 4 project approval, are scheduled to be discussed in closed session.

• Report #LL-09-2021: proposed $60,000 upgrade to Lanark Lodge nurse call bell system, sole-sourced to Pulse Mobile
• Report #LL-08-2021: proposed enhanced staffing at Lanark Lodge to achieve four hours of care per resident per day, funded by Ministry Staffing Increase Funding
• Report #SS-10-2021: proposed No Smoking Policy for Lanark County Housing Corporation
• Report on Results of Non-Profit Housing Development Expression of Interest: proposed Option 1 — rent subsidy for 28 RGI units starting in 2023
• Delegations on Addressing Homelessness in UCLG and Lanark, and Redevelopment of Kingston General Hospital

County Council

Lanark County Council meets November 10, 2021 to consider committee reports on economic development and public works, plus by-laws and a proclamation. Key items include a by-law amending speed limits on County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Rd.) and a proclamation of November 22, 2021 as National Housing Day. The Economic Development report recommends approving several official plan amendments and a subdivision red-line amendment; the Public Works report covers an Andrewsville Bridge environmental assessment, off-road vehicle by-law review, and electric fleet procurement. The meeting is open to the public virtually only.

• By-Law No. 2021-38: Amend By-Law 2021-23 County Road 19 Speed Limits, setting speeds of 50, 60, and 80 kph along various segments
• National Housing Day Proclamation designating November 22, 2021 in Lanark County
• Economic Development report recommends approving Mississippi Shores Subdivision (formerly Bodnar Subdivision) red-line amendment by Cavanagh Developments
• Tay Valley Township Official Plan Amendments No. 5 (Farren Lake) and No. 6 (Adam Lake) recommended for approval
• Township of Montague Official Plan Amendment No. 3 to allow secondary dwellings recommended for approval

County Council

Lanark County Council meets October 27, 2021 to consider committee reports and new business. Council will vote on directing staff to recruit a new County Clerk, a non-union management position posted at $86,000 to $111,000. It will also consider a $150,000 core capital funding request from Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, referred to 2022 budget deliberations, and a physiotherapy contract award to Lifemark Seniors Wellness at Lanark Lodge.

• Recruitment of a new County Clerk; salary range $86,000 to $111,000, applications close November 17
• PSFDH request for $150,000 in 2022 core capital funding referred to the November 19, 2021 budget deliberations meeting
• Award of RFP-2021-07 for physiotherapy services at Lanark Lodge to Lifemark Seniors Wellness
• One-time Transitional Grant of $64,746 split across 2021, 2022 and 2023 for Children's Services administrative cost share
• Zycom Technology Inc. IT managed services contract extension of 36 months; Development Charges Background Study public meeting set for November 10, 2021

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets October 27, 2021 to hear a delegation on Hwy 15 school-entrance safety, a FoodCycler food-waste pilot presentation, and reports on the Andrewsville Bridge and County Road 19 speed limits. Members will also consider a motion urging electric County fleet purchases and receive a Carleton Place request to amend the off-road vehicle by-law. Several items are information-only or receive-as-information motions.

• FoodCycler proposal: $100/household subsidy up to 500 households, total cost up to $50,000, with a $500 retail unit reduced to $100 for residents under a shared-cost model
• County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Rd.) speed reduction proposed, with a by-law to return November 10 and Report #PW-34-2021 sent to the Lanark County OPP
• Andrewsville Bridge RFP results: staff directed to proceed with an RFP for an EA study on the bridge's future usage
• Delegation from Tom Bourne, Principal of Calvary Christian Academy/High School, on Hwy 15 entrance safety at an 80 km/h school-entrance bend
• Town of Carleton Place requests amendment to Lanark County By-Law 2015-30 on off-road vehicles

Economic Development

Lanark County's Economic Development Committee is reviewing planning reports and voting on whether to recommend four Official Plan amendments to County Council, covering lake capacity rules for Farren Lake and Adam Lake in Tay Valley Township and secondary-dwelling policies in Montague. The committee is also considering a major red-line revision to the Mississippi Shores (formerly Bodnar) subdivision in Carleton Place. Most other agenda items are routine: minutes, a planning information report, and verbal updates from economic development and trails bodies.

• Major red-line revision to the Bodnar Subdivision (File 09-T-17001), now Mississippi Shores Subdivision in Carleton Place, submitted by Cavanagh Developments
• Tay Valley Official Plan Amendment No. 5 (File 0911-OP-21008): lake capacity policy for properties on Farren Lake
• Tay Valley Official Plan Amendment No. 6 (File 0911-OP-21009): lake capacity policy for properties on Adam Lake
• Montague Official Plan Amendment No. 3 (File 0911-OP-21010): enabling policies for secondary dwellings and secondary dwelling units in semi-detached, rowhouse, and detached dwellings
• Planning Department information report PD-29-2021 lists 16 consent applications approved, 3 deferred, and numerous subdivision and part-lot control files

Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee

Lanark County's Municipal Trails Sub-Committee meets Oct. 27, 2021 to approve its Sept. 1 minutes and agenda, then hear reports on local trail networks. Items include an OVRT update and speed-reduction strategies, a Trans Canada Trail discussion, the ByTown Motorcycle Association agreement, and K&P, Glen Tay/Havelock and Tay Havelock trail updates. Police, ATV and snowmobile representatives also give updates, and a communication notes the National Active Transportation Fund as a possible funding source.

• Approval of minutes from the Sept. 1, 2021 meeting
• OVRT update and OVRT speed reduction strategies from Facilities Manager Jonathan Allen
• Trans Canada Trail discussion, ByTown Motorcycle Association agreement update, and K&P Trail update from CAO Kurt Greaves
• Glen Tay/Havelock Trail update from public member Brian Stewart
• Tay Havelock parking lot sign to recognize OV ATV club and OFSC contributions; O.P.P., ATV and snowmobile club updates

Special County Council

This special meeting consists entirely of procedural items and a single in-camera session. Council will discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual, including municipal employees, with specific staff members present. No public decisions on budgets, zoning, or contracts are scheduled.

• In-camera session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual
• CAO Kurt Greaves and Interim HR Manager J. Bingley to remain in room during closed session

Climate Action Committee

The Lanark County Climate Action Committee is reviewing a work plan to develop a community climate action plan by August 2022. The committee will vote on a recommendation to County Council that all new or replacement county fleet vehicles be electric where feasible. Additionally, the group will receive information on a stakeholder list and a dashboard tracking climate initiatives across local municipalities.

• Recommendation to County Council that procurement of replacement or new County fleet/equipment be electric in nature when possible
• Recommendation to encourage local municipalities to follow suit with electric fleet purchases
• Approval of a memo from the Agricultural Advisory Working Group to include bale wrap recycling in the Plastic Film Recycling Initiative
• Receipt of the Climate Action Committee Work Plan Update targeting a final Community Climate Action Plan report in August 2022
• Receipt of the Lanark County Stakeholder List for engagement on climate change issues

County Council

Lanark County Council passed By-Law No. 2021-35, adopting Amendment No. 11 to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan. This decision modifies the urban settlement boundary of Almonte to include approximately 73 hectares of land, designating portions for residential use and others as special policy areas for unevaluated wetlands. The council also approved an encroachment agreement allowing Glenview Iron & Metal to occupy part of the right-of-way on County Road 43.

• By-Law No. 2021-35 adopts SCOP Amendment #11, adding Area 4 (8.9 ha) and parts of Area 1 to Almonte's settlement boundary.
• Area 1 lands are designated Residential (17 ha) or Special Policy Area - Unevaluated Wetlands pending environmental studies.
• By-Law No. 2021-34 authorizes an encroachment agreement with Six C’s Family Holdings (Glenview Iron & Metal) on County Road 43.
• Economic Development Committee recommended draft approval for the Goodwood Estates Subdivision in Township of Beckwith (25 lots).

Community Services

The Community Services Committee is reviewing the results of a request for proposals for physiotherapy services at Lanark Lodge, recommending that Council authorize a contract with Lifemark Seniors Wellness. The committee also proposes using a provincial One-Time Transitional Grant of $194,240 over three years to offset administrative costs for Children's Services. Additionally, staff provided an update on the construction progress at 7 Arthur Street, noting that occupancy is scheduled for October 29.

• Authorization to award RFP-2021-07 to Lifemark Seniors Wellness for $135,098 to provide Physiotherapy services at Lanark Lodge starting January 1, 2022
• Recommendation to use $64,746 annually from 2021 to 2023 from the One-Time Transitional Grant to offset Children's Services administrative cost shares
• Update on 7 Arthur Street development confirming construction is on schedule for completion by end of October and occupancy on October 29
• Informational report on Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit COVID-19 status, including 20 active cases and vaccine certificate requirements

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee reviewed a background study for updating Lanark County's development charges by-law, which expires in December 2021. The study projects that residential single-detached home charges could rise from $1,258 to $2,734, while non-residential rates may increase from $0.74 to $1.20 per square foot. A public meeting on the study is scheduled for November 10, 2021.

• Development Charges Background Study presented by Watson & Associates
• Proposed residential (single detached) development charge increase from $1,258 to $2,734
• Proposed non-residential development charge increase from $0.74 to $1.20 per sq. ft.
• Public meeting on Development Charges scheduled for November 10, 2021 at 3 pm
• Financial summary shows county operations surplus of $349,000 as of August 31, 2021

Land Division

The Land Division Committee is holding a public hearing to review 17 new applications for lot creation and additions across various townships in Lanark County. The agenda includes procedural items such as approving minutes from the previous meeting and adopting the current agenda. Staff reports indicate that most proposals involve severing rural lots, with specific attention to compliance with zoning by-laws and official plan designations.

• B21/034: New Lot application for 9133518 Canada Inc at 101 McManus Road, Mississippi Mills (severing 32.8-ha lot).
• B21/040: New Lot application for David Edgar Erwin and Jennifer Louise Erwin on Elm Grove Road, Drummond / North Elmsley.
• B21/044: New Lot application for David Bout and Janet Johnson on Old Brooke Road, Tay Valley Township.
• B21/050: Lot Addition application for William Rintoul on Riverside Road, Beckwith Township.
• B21/096: New Lot application for Randy Hamelin and Jessica Hamelin on Lake Ave East, Carleton Place.

Public Works

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a report to approve an encroachment agreement allowing Glenview Iron & Metal (GIM) to continue using part of the County Road Allowance on Highway 43 for parking and fencing. The committee will also receive information on a letter regarding wild parsnip removal from local agricultural associations and a proposed amendment to the Sign Policy. Additionally, staff are directed to prepare a report on fees and processes for supporting the Farm 911: The Emily Project for consideration in the 2022 budget.

• Proposed By-Law to approve an encroachment by Glenview Iron & Metal on County Road 43 (Hwy. 43), Part of Lot 4, Concession 6, Township of Drummond North Elmsley.
• GIM required to pay a $50 fee upon execution of the encroachment agreement.
• Letter received from Lanark County Cattlemen’s Association and Lanark Federation of Agriculture regarding wild parsnip control.
• Sign Policy Amendment (By-Law No. 2021-12) received as information.
• Direction for staff to prepare a report on process and fees for Farm 911: The Emily Project for 2022 budget deliberations.

County Council

Lanark County Council is scheduled to vote on a draft COVID-19 vaccination policy that mandates full vaccination for approximately 250 employees at Lanark Lodge and designated staff. The policy requires proof of vaccination or approved exemptions, with non-compliant employees facing unpaid leave and potential termination. Council will also review reports from Community Services and Corporate Services committees, including a recommendation to use $160,000 in funds for Lanark Lodge retention efforts.

• Adoption of Draft Covid19 Vaccine Policy #HR12_22Sep2021 requiring mandatory vaccination for Lanark Lodge staff
• Recommendation to utilize $160,000 from Covid19 Prevention and Containment funds for Lanark Lodge staff retention
• Authorization of up to $20,000 spending for due diligence on the potential purchase of the K&P Trail
• Endorsement of a resolution lobbying the Province to eliminate cost-sharing for a National childcare program

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a motion to recommend Option 2 for Official Plan Amendments No. 11 and 22, which would modify the settlement area boundary of Almonte to include specific residential and wetland areas. The committee will also consider draft approval for the Goodwood Estates subdivision in the Township of Beckwith, comprising 25 single-family lots. Additionally, staff provided an information report on recent planning department activities, including consent applications and subdivision statuses.

• Recommendation to approve Option 2 for OPA 11 and OPA 22, designating Area 4 as Residential and converting 17 ha of Area 1 from Rural to Residential in Almonte.
• Draft approval proposed for Goodwood Estates Subdivision (09-T-20004) in Township of Beckwith for 25 single-family lots, valid for three years.
• Information report on Planning Department activities covering consent applications, subdivisions, condominiums, and part-lot controls from August 16 to September 16, 2021.

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee met virtually to review the status of previous action items, including the approved corporate climate action plan. The committee discussed a roundtable on the work plan, noting that Council previously removed public survey and consultation steps. Staff presented an inventory of county vehicles and equipment for potential future replacement recommendations.

• Review of County Fleet Inventory: 15 diesel vehicles, 18 gas vehicles, 10 diesel equipment units, and 19 gas equipment units listed.
• Discussion of Climate Action Committee Work Plan, which was approved by Council in September with items 1 (public survey) and 2 (consultations) removed.
• Informational overview of the One Million Tree Giveaway scheduled for September 25, offering 3,000 seedlings with a limit of 10 per household.
• Confirmation that County Council endorsed the ALUS program and set a minimum 20% greenhouse gas reduction target over ten years.

Land Division

The Land Division Committee held a regular meeting to review reports on 12 new applications and one deferred application. The agenda includes public hearings for requests to create new lots or add land in townships including Montague, Tay Valley, Lanark Highlands, and Drummond/North Elmsley. No final decisions were recorded in the provided text, which lists the items scheduled for consideration.

• B20/103 & B21/104: New Lots for Harold Byron Budd on Beckwith Boundary Road (Montague)
• B20/152: New Lot for Caleb Rene Bosman on County Road No. 7 (Tay Valley)
• B21/019: New Lot for Jay Gagne and Lisa McLeod on Wolf Grove Road (Lanark Highlands)
• B21/026: New Lot for Marc Joseph Davis on Phelan's Road (Drummond/North Elmsley)
• B19/084: Deferred New Lot application for Robert D. Fisher in Lanark Highlands

County Council

Lanark County Council will vote on by-laws to stop up, close, and authorize the sale of portions of former County Road 7 (Fallbrook Road) and former County Road 19 to abutting property owners for $1. The council will also approve a speed limit reduction to 60 km/h on County Road 12 (Markle Road) and support a 20% greenhouse gas emission reduction target for the county's corporate climate action plan.

• By-Law No. 2021-28: Stop up, close, and sell part of former County Road 7 (Fallbrook Road) for $1
• By-Law No. 2021-29: Stop up, close, and sell part of former County Road 19 for $1
• By-Law No. 2021-30: Reduce speed limit on County Road 12 (Markle Road) to 60 km/h
• Support for Lanark County Climate Action Plan with a 20% greenhouse gas emission reduction target
• Draft approval for Carmichael Farm Subdivision Phase 1 in Carleton Place (24 townhouse units)

Community Services

The Community Services Committee is reviewing a provincial letter confirming $1,681,700 in Social Services Relief Fund (SSRF) Phase 4 funding and $125,100 in Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) funding for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The committee will also discuss a resolution to endorse the City of Ottawa's call for a National Child Care program without cost-sharing. Additionally, staff will present updates on Municipal-Indigenous Relations goals and a development update for 7 Arthur Street.

• Receipt of $1,681,700 in SSRF Phase 4 provincial funding for 2021-22
• Receipt of $125,100 in COCHI funding for community housing providers
• Recommendation to endorse City of Ottawa resolution for National Child Care program
• Discussion of short-term and long-term goals for Municipal-Indigenous Relations
• Development update report for 7 Arthur Street

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee reviewed a technical report on the county's aging fire communications system, which recommends a short-term fix costing approximately $20,000 for the County. The committee also considered a motion to authorize up to $20,000 for due diligence on purchasing the K&P Trail from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority.

• Fire Communications Review: Recommends short-term alternative solution with ~$20k County equipment costs.
• Fire Replacement Options: DMR Simulcast (~$1.31M) or TETRA UHF (~$2.38M) capital costs presented.
• K&P Trail: Motion to authorize up to $20,000 from Trails/Forestry reserve for title due diligence.
• K&P Trail: MVCA owns 35.2km of trail; interested in selling to Lanark, Frontenac, and Renfrew Counties.

Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee

The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee met to approve minutes from June 16, 2021, and accept August communications regarding the Trans Canada Trail. The body reviewed status reports on several trails, including the K&P Trail, OVRT, Tay Havelock Trail, ATV routes, and snowmobile club activities. A delegation was received from the Bytown Motorcycle Association. No new ordinances or budget allocations were decided during this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2021 meeting
• Delegation from Andrew Jayne, Chair of the Bytown Motorcycle Association
• K&P Trail update noting wetlands, beaver activity, and approximately 25 entrances for hunt camps
• OVRT update presented by Facilities Manager Jonathan Allen
• ATV Update presented by Tom Milc

County Council

Lanark County Council is voting to allocate additional Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) funding of $125,100 for roof replacements at 75 Harvey Street and 77 Harvey Street in Perth. The motion includes a waiver of the procurement policy to award the project to Kovar Contracting for $144,285 plus HST due to tight timelines. Other items include adopting committee reports on child care funding formulas and extending the trial Work From Home Policy to February 2022.

• Allocation of $125,100 in COCHI funding for roof replacements at 75 Harvey Street and 77 Harvey Street, Perth.
• Waiver of procurement policy to award roofing contract to Kovar Contracting for $144,285 plus HST.
• Recommendation to use 2019 capacity numbers for 2021 child care centre funding calculations.
• Authorization to award RFP LC-2021-05 for affordable housing planning tools to SHS Incorporated.
• Extension of the trial Work From Home Policy to February 2022.

Public Works

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed closing and sale of portions of former County Road 7 and County Road 19 in Tay Valley Township. Staff also recommend proceeding with a Request for Proposal for an Environmental Assessment study on the Andrewsville Bridge, which is nearing the end of its useful life. Additionally, the committee will consider reducing the posted speed limit on County Road 12 (Markle Rd.) from 80 km/h to 60 km/h over a 900-meter stretch.

• Public Hearing for closing and selling parts of County Road 7 and County Road 19 to abutting owners for $1 each
• Recommendation to issue an RFP for an Environmental Assessment study on the Andrewsville Bridge
• Proposed speed reduction on County Road 12 (Markle Rd.) to 60 km/h for 900 meters west of the existing 50 km/h zone
• Communication regarding speeding concerns on Wilson Street in Appleton
• Informational report on the 2021 Construction Update

Economic Development

The committee will hold a public meeting regarding Official Plan Amendment No. 11, which proposes expanding the Almonte Ward Settlement Boundary in Mississippi Mills by adding five blocks of land (64 hectares) to accommodate projected population growth through 2038. The body will also recommend draft approval for the Carmichael Farm Subdivision Phase 1 in Carleton Place, consisting of 24 townhouse units. Additionally, the committee will review an amendment to the Town of Carleton Place Official Plan to replace Section 6.15 with new Community Improvement Plan provisions.

• Public Meeting on OPA #11: Expand Almonte Settlement Boundary by 64 ha (Areas 1, 2, and 3a) for 2038 growth
• Draft Approval: Carmichael Farm Subdivision Phase 1 in Carleton Place for 24 townhouse units
• Recommendation: Approve OPA-01-2021 (Amendment No. 6) for Town of Carleton Place to update Community Improvement Plan
• Information Report: Planning Act changes and processes for the new Ontario Land Tribunal

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review greenhouse gas inventory data for the community and corporate sectors. A key decision involves setting a 20% reduction target for corporate greenhouse gas emissions and approving the committee's work plan. The body will also consider endorsing a City of Stratford resolution requesting Ontario phase out gas plants.

• Set corporate greenhouse gas emission reduction target to 20%
• Approve Draft Climate Action Committee Work Plan
• Recommend Public Works Committee endorse Stratford resolution to phase out gas plants
• Review FoodCycler and BC Pilot Program Report
• Review PCP Inventory Data showing on-road transportation as largest emission source

Community Services

The Community Services Committee meets on August 11, 2021, immediately after County Council, virtually via Zoom. Members will consider a report recommending 2019 capacity numbers and a 2014 funding formula be used to determine 2021 child care centre funding, and a report seeking authorization to award RFP LC-2021-05 for affordable housing planning tools to SHS Incorporated (operating as SHS Consulting). Other items include the Housing Working Group final report, a food security follow-up, and a report recommending an Expression of Interest for Lanark Lodge redevelopment partners. Two confidential in-camera items concern IT upgrades at Lanark Lodge and an update on 7 Arthur Street, Carleton Place.

• Report #SS-06-2021: recommends 2019 capacity numbers and the 2014 General Operating Funding formula be used for 2021 child care centre funding
• Report #SS-07-2021: recommends awarding RFP LC-2021-05 for Municipal Opportunities and Planning Tools to Support Affordable Housing to SHS Incorporated (SHS Consulting)
• Report #CAO-14-2021: Housing Working Group Final Report to be received as information
• Report #CAO-11-2021: recommends issuing an Expression of Interest for redevelopment partners for Lanark Lodge
• Confidential in-camera items: IT upgrades at Lanark Lodge and an update on the housing development project at 7 Arthur Street, Carleton Place

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee meets on August 11, 2021 to receive several information reports and consider a medical tiered response agreement between the County and the Town of Smiths Falls. The committee will also discuss extending the trial Work From Home Policy to February 2022 and receive updates on paramedic service, council priorities, emergency dispatch calls, and budget impacts under Ontario Regulation 284/09. A confidential report on an OPSEU collective bargaining mandate is also on the agenda.

• Medical Tiered Response Agreement with the Town of Smiths Falls, presented by Fire Chief Rick Chesebrough, for committee approval
• Report #FIN-08-2021: 2021 budget excluded $7.2 million in annual amortization expenses; forecasted increase to accumulated surplus of $3.4 million on a PSAB basis
• Work From Home Policy Update: motion to recommend extending the trial policy to February 2022
• Report #ESC-01-2021: Update on Lanark County Emergency Dispatch Calls 2015-2020
• Confidential Report #CAO-12-2021: OPSEU Collective Bargaining Mandate, to be discussed in camera

County Council

Lanark County Council meets Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. via Zoom to consider four by-laws setting reduced speed limits on County Roads 43, 19 and 17 and authorizing stop signs at County Road 17 (Appleton Side Road) and Cavanagh Road. Council will also receive an update on the Cavanagh Road all-way stop, which is under Ministry of Transportation of Ontario jurisdiction, and hear a communication from the Otty Lake Association about invasive phragmites. New business includes a 2021 Harvest Festival cancellation and a discussion on returning to in-person meetings.

• By-Law No. 2021-22: 70 km/h speed limit on County Road 43 from 400 metres west of Glenview Road to Mazie Street in Smiths Falls
• By-Law No. 2021-23: 60 km/h speed limit on County Road 19 from 275m west of County Road 7 to County Road 36, with a 50 km/h exception
• By-Law No. 2021-24: extends 70 km/h limit on County Road 17 from 115 metres north of St. Filans Road to 300 metres north of Cavanagh Road
• By-Law No. 2021-25: authorizes stop signs at County Road 17 (Appleton Side Road) and Cavanagh Road
• Report #PW-26-2021: MTO has jurisdiction over the Cavanagh Road intersection; flashing beacons approved, but an amendment to Ontario Regulation 623 is required before stop signs can proceed

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets on August 10, 2021, via Zoom, with a public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m. The committee will consider seven consent applications for new lots, lot additions, and easements across Mississippi Mills, Drummond/North Elmsley, Tay Valley, and Perth. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and the agenda, with no other substantive business listed.

• B19/063 and B19/064: New Lot for Steven Richards at Plan 6262, Part Lots 157-160, Town of Almonte, Mississippi Mills
• B19/087: New Lot for Estate of Willard Shaw at Lot 9 and 10, Concession 6, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/020: New Lot for 2485851 Ontario Inc. at Lot 2 Concession 2, Plan 8828 Block A, B, C, Town of Perth
• B21/022: Lot Addition for Norman LeCouvie and Gail Doherty at Lot 6, Concession 5, Drummond/North Elmsley
• B21/036: New Lot for Brady McGlade and Kaitlyn McGlade at Lot 20, Concession 9, Tay Valley Township

Special County Council

Lanark County Council held a special meeting on June 30, 2021, via Zoom. The main item was Report #PW-27-2021 from Public Works Manager Sean Derouin on entrance concerns at Lot 11, Concession 10 on County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road), requested by Council after a June 23 delegation. The report outlines stopping sight distance shortfalls, property history, accident data, and options for landowner Marilyn Scott; the suggested motion on the report is listed as TBD. Council also considered By-Law No. 2021-21, a routine confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

• Report #PW-27-2021 on entrance concerns at Lot 11, Concession 10, County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road); suggested motion listed as TBD
• Stopping sight distance at the Marilyn Scott entrance is 108m east versus 150m required for an 80 km/h road with 3-6% upgrade (28% less than required)
• Accident history 2015-2020: 3 reportable collisions within 1km of the entrance, 17 on all of CR19, 0 personal injuries; report also notes a June 16 motorcycle fatality and a June 21 truck incident
• Traffic data: current listed AADT 450, 2021 measured AADT 300, 85th percentile speed 96 km/h
• By-Law No. 2021-21: confirming by-law to adopt and confirm the proceedings of the June 30, 2021 Council meeting

Land Division

The Land Division Committee of Lanark County meets on June 29, 2021 via Zoom, with a public hearing starting at 9:30 a.m. The committee will consider new consent applications B21/008, B21/009 and B21/010 by Jeffrey Moffatt for lots on Rideau River Road in the Township of Montague, and deferred applications B21/029 (Sandra and Ronald Kerr), B21/030 (Robert and Judith Myers) and B21/031 (Peter Martin) on Fall Crescent in Tay Valley Township. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and adoption of the agenda. No decisions on the applications are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Public hearing 9:30–10:00 a.m. on consent applications B21/008, B21/009 and B21/010 by Jeffrey Moffatt for Lots 19 and 20, Concession A–B, Township of Montague, Rideau River Road
• Deferred applications 10:00–10:30 a.m.: B21/029 Sandra and Ronald Kerr (new lot), B21/030 Robert and Judith Myers (easement), B21/031 Peter Martin (easement), Pt. Lot 22 and 23, Concession 10, geographic Township of Bathurst, Tay Valley Township, Fall Crescent
• Application materials describe a proposed severance creating up to three non-agricultural lots from a property at 906 Rideau River Road
• Committee to approve minutes of the June 8 and June 9, 2021 meetings
• Agenda includes sections for provisional consent granted, deferred, and denied, but no outcomes are listed

County Council

Lanark County Council is holding its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. via Zoom, chaired by Warden Christa Lowry. The agenda calls for adopting the Fifth Report of the Economic Development Committee of the Whole and the Seventh Report of the Public Works Committee of the Whole, both of which are to be projected at the meeting rather than included in the agenda text. Council is also set to pass By-Law No. 2021-20, a routine confirming by-law that adopts and confirms the proceedings of the June 23, 2021 meeting. No delegations, presentations, communications, confidential reports, or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• By-Law No. 2021-20: Confirming By-Law to confirm the proceedings of the June 23, 2021 Council meeting
• Fifth Report of the Economic Development Committee of the Whole, presented by Chair Councillor John Fenik
• Seventh Report of the Public Works Committee of the Whole, presented by Chair Councillor Ed McPherson
• Agenda adoption motion moved by Councillor Steve Fournier, seconded by Councillor Barrie Crampton
• No confidential reports, delegations, or new business listed

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee meets on June 23, 2021, to receive planning reports and consider a proposed Official Plan Amendment for the Almonte Settlement Area in Mississippi Mills. The committee will also receive status updates on four subdivisions and a condominium exemption application, plus communications about Minister's Zoning Orders. Most items are for information or to deem applications complete; no final decisions on the boundary expansion are being made at this meeting.

• Report #PD-17-2021: Municipality of Mississippi Mills seeks to re-designate lands into the Almonte Settlement Area via Official Plan Amendment No. 11 (County File No. 0900-OP-21003) and OPA #22; committee to deem applications complete.
• Report #PD-18-2021: Condominium exemption application by Martin Whyte at 516 Christie Lake Road, Tay Valley Township (File 09-CD-21001), received as information.
• Report #PD-19-2021: Status report on Perthmore Subdivision Phase 6 (File 09-T-21001), received as information.
• Report #PD-20-2021: Status report on Hillcroft Estates Subdivision (File 09-T-20003), received as information.
• Report #PD-21-2021: Status report on Goodwood Estates Subdivision (File 09-T-20004), received as information.

County Council

Lanark County Council adopted a resolution supporting the Upper Canada District School Board's opposition to making remote learning a permanent option in Ontario. The Council also approved committee reports recommending a solar panel contract award, a cell tower lease on County Road 511, and financial reserve transfers.

• Resolution supporting UCDSB concerns regarding permanent remote learning legislation
• Recommendation to award solar panel installation contract (RFP2021-03) to Isolara Solar Power
• Authorization for Rogers Communications cell tower lease on County Road 511 at Campbell’s Road
• Approval of 2020 transfers to and from reserves
• Re-appointment of Allan & Partners, LLP for the 2021 audit

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets June 23, 2021 via Zoom to review reports on closing and selling two former county road allowances, lowering speed limits on County Road 43 and County Road 17, and a proposed all-way stop at Appleton Side Road and Cavanagh Road. The committee will also hear a delegation from Marilyn Scott Harris and Chuck Harris contesting the County's denial of their existing entrance application on County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road), and consider a report on an ALUS Lanark partnership. Most items are recommendations to County Council, not final decisions.

• Report #PW-23-2021: declare former County Road 7 (Fallbrook Road) surplus, stop-up, close and sell for $1.00, with a public hearing August 25, 2021
• Report #PW-24-2021: declare former County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road) surplus, stop-up, close and sell for $1.00, with a public hearing August 25, 2021
• Report #PW-25-2021: reduce speed to 70 km/h on County Road 43 (Hwy. 43) from 400 metres west of Glenview Rd. to Mazie St.
• Report #PW-26-2021: reduce speed to 70 km/h on County Road 17 (Appleton Side Road/Cemetery Side Road) and install an all-way stop at County Road 17, Appleton Side Road and Cavanagh Road
• Report #CAO-10-2021: support in principle partnering with local Conservation Authorities to develop an Alternative Land Use Service (ALUS) chapter for Lanark County

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee is meeting to review its terms of reference, a county climate action work plan, and an overview of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and Partners for Climate Protection milestone process. The committee will also discuss setting its meeting schedule. No decisions on specific projects or funding are on the agenda.

• Terms of Reference overview presented by Climate Environmental Coordinator Michelle Vala
• Lanark County Climate Action Work Plan presented by CAO Kurt Greaves
• Overview of FCM and PCP Five Step Milestone Process and summary of climate initiatives as at June 2021
• Committee to establish meeting schedule (date/time)

Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee

The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee meets June 16, 2021 by Zoom to approve minutes from the March 22, 2021 board meeting and receive communications as information only. The bulk of the agenda is reports: Conboy Trail, OVRT speed mitigation, OVRT after-hours complaints and camera results, K&P, Tay Havelock Trail, ATV, and snowmobile club updates. No decisions beyond routine approvals are listed; the agenda does not include dollar amounts or specific motions on trail projects.

• Approval of minutes from the March 22, 2021 Lanark County Municipal Trails Corporation Board of Directors meeting
• Communications to be received as information only
• Conboy Trail Update — Jonathan Allen
• OVRT Discussion on Speed Mitigation — Jonathan Allen
• OVRT After Hours Complaint & Camera Results — CAO Kurt Greaves

Community Services

The Lanark County Community Services Committee reviewed a recommendation to award a solar panel installation contract for county housing to Isolara Solar Power. The meeting also included presentations on the potential impact of permanent remote learning on rural schools and food security initiatives in the region.

• Recommendation to award Lanark County Housing Corporation contract RFP2021-03 (Solar Panel Installation) to Isolara Solar Power
• Presentation by Upper Canada District School Board Chair John McAllister on risks to rural schools from permanent remote learning legislation
• United Way East Ontario reported investing nearly $350,000 in Lanark County and Smiths Falls since the pandemic began, including $125,000 for food security
• Communication received regarding Ontario's 'Journey to Belonging' plan for developmental services reform
• Communication received endorsing the 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Hotline initiative

County Council

Lanark County Council adopted reports from its Economic Development and Public Works committees. The council passed a by-law establishing Community Safety Zones on County Roads 17, 18, and 23 during school hours. Additionally, they agreed to contribute up to $110,000 from the Forestry/Trails reserve to help refurbish the Fall River Bridge on the Tay Havelock Trail.

• By-Law 2021-17 passed: Community Safety Zones on CR 17 (Almonte), CR 18 (Port Elmsley), and CR 23 (Rosedale) from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
• Motion to support funding up to $110,000 for Fall River Bridge refurbishment, funded from the Forestry/Trails reserve.
• Winter maintenance contracts awarded: Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited ($398,250) and T.G. Carroll Cartage Ltd. ($99,000) for 2021/2022.
• Approval of one-year extensions for draft plan approvals for Wilson Creek Subdivision and Coleman Street Subdivision.
• Approval of a three-year extension for draft plan approval for Powell Subdivision.

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee reviewed the 2020 audited financial statements and recommended approving transfers to and from reserves. The committee also proposed authorizing a lease agreement with Rogers Communications for a cell tower installation on County Road 511. Additionally, the committee recommended re-appointing Allan & Partners LLP for the 2021 audit.

• Proposed lease agreement with Rogers Communications Inc. for a cell tower at Highway 511 (at Campbell’s Road) in Lanark Highlands
• Recommendation to approve 2020 transfers to and from reserves per Report #FIN-05-2021
• Review of 2020 Year End Audited Financial Statements by Allan and Partners LLP
• Recommendation to re-appoint Allan & Partners LLP for the 2021 audit
• Update on Development Charge Fund at December 31, 2020 (Report #FIN-07-2021)

Land Division

The Lanark County Land Division Committee held a regular meeting and virtual public hearing to review nine new applications for land severances, lot additions, and easements. The agenda lists specific properties in Tay Valley, Lanark Highlands, Beckwith, and Mississippi Mills townships. No decisions were recorded in the provided text, as the agenda outlines the schedule for reviewing these applications.

• B21/001: Eric Scheuneman, new lot on Old Brooke Road, Tay Valley Township
• B21/011: New lot on Mackey Line Road, Tay Valley Township
• B21/012: Kathleen Paul and Mary Anne Somerton, new lot on Neilson Lane, Lanark Highlands
• B21/014: John and Sandra Sanderson, lot addition on Gillies Corners Side Road, Beckwith
• B21/029-031: Sandra and Ronald Kerr, Robert and Judith Myers, Peter Martin, new lot and easements on Fall Crescent, Tay Valley Township

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets June 8, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom, followed by a virtual public hearing at 10:00 a.m. on nine applications for consent (land severance). The committee will also approve minutes from its May 11, 2021 meeting and adopt the agenda. No decisions on the applications are recorded in this agenda; the hearing is where they will be considered.

• B20/098 – John and Jane Hickey, new lot on 7th Con Pakenham, Mississippi Mills
• B20/110, B20/111, B20/112 – Carleton Family Trust, new lots on McDonald's Corners Road, Lanark Highlands
• B20/127 – Robert and Marion Snedden, lot addition on Snedden Farm Road, Mississippi Mills
• B20/139 and B20/140 – 1995777 Ontario Inc., new lots on Rock Coady Trail, Mississippi Mills
• B20/143 – Jerry and Charlotte Thompson, lot on Althorpe Road, Tay Valley Township

Public Works

The Public Works Committee is meeting to review reports and make recommendations to County Council. Key decisions include awarding contracts for combination plow trucks and operators for winter maintenance, installing oversized speed signs in hamlets, and establishing Community Safety Zones at schools on three county roads. The committee will also receive updates on vegetation management, a bottled water phase-out program, and a gypsy moth update, plus presentations on pollinator habitat partnerships with the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

• Contract #PW-M-50-2021-24-E3 awarded to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited for $398,250 (2021/2022) plus CPI adjustments for Schedules A, C, and E
• Contract #PW-M-50-2021-24-E3 awarded to T.G. Carroll Cartage Ltd. for $99,000 (2021/2022) plus CPI adjustments for Schedule D
• Schedule B, Route #5 not awarded at this time
• Community Safety Zones proposed on CR17 Martin Street North, CR18 Port Elmsley Road, and CR23 Rosedale Road South for Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
• Purchase and replacement of all speed signs within hamlets to oversized signs authorized

Economic Development

Lanark County's Economic Development Committee meets May 26, 2021 by Zoom to review planning reports and decide whether to recommend several items to County Council. The committee will hear a delegation on municipal internet funding and consider a $2,500 Climate Action Funding request for bicycle kits to help local businesses join Ontario by Bike. It will also vote on one-year extensions for the Wilson Creek and Coleman Street subdivisions and a three-year extension for the Powell subdivision, plus receive a K&P Trail update and a planning information report.

• Report #T-02-2021: recommend up to $2,500 from Climate Action Funding for bicycle kits so local businesses can join Ontario by Bike
• Report #PD-13-2021: one-year extension of draft plan approval for Wilson Creek Subdivision 09-T-09003, Lot 22 Concession 12, Township of Drummond/North Elmsley
• Report #PD-15-2021: one-year extension for Coleman Street (NuGlobe) Subdivision 09-T-12002, Pt. Lot 12 Concession 11, Beckwith, now Town of Carleton Place
• Report #PD-14-2021: three-year extension for Powell Subdivision 09-T-14001, North East Half Lot 9 Concession 9, Township of Beckwith
• Delegation: Grant Street, CIRA Project Manager, on funding options for municipalities to improve internet

County Council

Lanark County Council meets May 26, 2021 via Zoom to adopt committee reports and consider new business. Council will vote on a Community Services recommendation to hire a consultant for an affordable housing demand study, funded by municipal COVID-19 funding, and to strike a housing and homelessness task force. Council will also consider approving AMO Conference delegation requests on issues including a Hwy 7 turning lane at Concession 5A and mental health funding. A Pride Month proclamation and the routine confirming by-law are also on the agenda.

• Community Services recommends an RFP for a consultant to study affordable housing demand, funded by provincial COVID-19 funding
• Community Services recommends a housing and homelessness task force and re-endorsing the 10 Year Housing and Homelessness Plan
• Community grant of $5,896.00 proposed for the Rural FASD Support Network to hire a program coordinator
• Proposed AMO delegation requests: Hwy 7 left turning lane at Concession 5A, illegal exhaust modifications, electric vehicle incentives, mental health funding
• June 2021 proclaimed Pride Month, with the Rainbow Flag to be displayed at County Headquarters

Striking Committee

The Striking Committee is meeting to consider draft terms of reference for a new Housing & Homelessness Working Group and, if approved, to recommend them to County Council. The group would respond to the County's 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan, adopted in December 2019, focusing on accelerating Action #8 to increase housing supply. The draft sets a two-month term (June and July 2021) with a final report to the Community Services Committee at its first regular meeting in August. The agenda also includes approval of the May 18, 2021 minutes and a proposed closed session on the working group's composition.

• Draft Housing & Homelessness Working Group Terms of Reference (Draft 1, May 18, 2021) up for recommendation to County Council
• Proposed in-camera session on personal matters about an identifiable individual, related to the working group's composition
• Working group would have up to four meetings, with quorum at 50% plus one voting members
• Two-month term: June and July 2021, with final report to Community Services Committee in August
• Council remuneration and travel paid under existing Elected Official and Travel Management policies, charged to the Governance Budget

Striking Committee

The Lanark County Striking Committee meets to review and recommend the Terms of Reference for a new Housing & Homelessness Working Group. The agenda includes a closed-session discussion regarding the specific composition of this working group before returning to open session to make a recommendation to County Council.

• Recommendation to County Council to approve Housing & Homelessness Working Group Terms of Reference
• Closed session to discuss personal matters related to working group composition
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021 meeting

Community Services

Lanark County's Community Services Committee meets May 12, 2021 by Zoom to review construction progress at 7 Arthur Street, wrap up its housing meeting series, and consider a community grant. Members will vote on recommending an RFP for an affordable housing demand study funded by provincial COVID-19 money, and on a $5,896 grant to the Rural FASD Support Network. Most other agenda items are routine, and several are received as information only.

• 7 Arthur Street update: new handover date July 20, 2021; contingency fund overages of $29,662.67 (winter conditions), $11,612.70 (cabling) and $1,078.36 (accessible unit light); $179,060 remains in contingency
• Motion to recommend Council authorize an RFP for a consultant study on affordable housing demand, fees covered by municipal COVID-19 funding
• Community grant of $5,896.00 recommended for the Rural FASD Support Network to hire a program coordinator (original request was $40,000)
• Presentation: Ontario Health Team Update by Dr. Barry Guppy, President and CEO, Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital
• Verbal reports received as information only: Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association

Corporate Services

Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee meets May 12, 2021 via Zoom to consider a request to proclaim June 2021 as PRIDE Month and fly the rainbow flag at County headquarters, and to review Report #C-01-2021 on Code of Conduct Working Group recommendations. The committee will also receive Report #CAO-07-2021 on budget survey results, verbal updates from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, AMO Rural Caucus, ROMA, and the CAO, and a request for AMO Conference delegation meetings. Several items are routine approvals of minutes and the agenda.

• Proposed proclamation declaring June 2021 as PRIDE Month in Lanark County and flying the PRIDE flag at County headquarters from June 1 to June 30, 2021
• Report #C-01-2021 recommends County Council request a delegation with the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing at the AMO Conference in August regarding Code of Conduct and Integrity Commissioner legislation
• Report #CAO-07-2021 Budget Survey Results presented by Deputy Clerk Casey Whiticar, with motion to be determined
• Request for AMO Conference Delegation Meetings by Clerk/Deputy CAO Leslie Drynan
• Verbal updates scheduled from Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, AMO Rural Caucus, ROMA, and CAO Kurt Greaves

County Council

Lanark County Council authorized a contract award for a tandem snow plow and passed by-laws regulating advertising signs and amending official plans for Mississippi Mills. The meeting also received reports on broadband assistance for low-income families and concerns regarding permanent online learning models.

• Awarded contract to ELP for a Tandem Snow Plow for $284,829 plus HST
• Passed By-Law No. 2021 regulating advertising signs and devices
• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 26 for 430 Ottawa Street, Mississippi Mills
• Approved Official Plan Amendment No. 27 for lands in Ward of Almonte
• Authorized 'Connect Lanark' program to help low-income families with broadband

Land Division

The Lanark County Land Division Committee held a regular meeting and virtual public hearing to review new applications for land severances, lot additions, and easements. The agenda lists eight new applications scheduled for public hearing, along with three deferred applications from previous meetings. The committee also addressed standard procedural items such as approving minutes and disclosures of interest.

• New lot applications by Greg and Debbi Bowes on Quarry Road in Ramsay Township
• New lot applications by Allison McLean on Bellamy Road in Pakenham Township
• New lot application by Byron Budd and Valerie Wyman on Beckwith Boundary Road in Montague Township
• Lot addition application by 1120974 Ontario Inc. (Saunders) on Ramsay Concession 11A
• Easement application by Thomas Gerstenecker on Martin Street North in Ramsay Township

Special Community Services

The Special Community Services Committee meets April 28, 2021 via Zoom to discuss affordable housing and homelessness. Members will hear delegations from housing and social service organizations and consider a motion authorizing staff to issue an RFP for a consultant to study affordable housing demand in Lanark County. A second motion would direct staff to summarize three special meetings on housing and homelessness for the May 12 committee meeting.

• Motion to authorize an RFP for a consultant to study affordable housing demand and recommend improved outcomes, with fees covered by provincial municipal COVID-19 funding
• Draft RFP scope proposes analyzing housing affordability by urban and rural sub-regions, including Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place, and Mississippi Mills
• Delegations scheduled from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Lanark Leeds Grenville Addictions and Mental Health, Lanark County Community Action Network, Carebridge Community Support, Lanark County Interval House, and Cornerstone Landing
• Motion to have staff summarize the March 24, April 14, and April 28 special meetings on housing and homelessness for the May 12 Community Services Committee
• Proposed RFP timeline: issue April 30, close May 28, report to committee June 9, final consultant approval June 23

Public Works

The Public Works Committee meets April 28, 2021 by Zoom to review three reports from Director of Public Works Terry McCann. Members will consider recommending County Council approve a 2021 tandem snow plow purchase funded from reserves, and adopt an updated policy and by-law regulating advertising signs along county roads. A weather forecast service report is also on the agenda for information.

• Report #PW-12-2021: Purchase of a 2021 Tandem Snow Plow, with funding from Reserves and a 2022 budget transfer to Reserves
• Report #PW-13-2021: Proposed Sign By-Law 2021-12 regulating advertising signs in the County Right of Way and on private property adjacent to County Roads
• Report #PW-14-2021: Information report on weather forecast service for the County and local townships
• Minutes of the March 24, 2021 Public Works Committee meeting up for approval
• By-law for the sign policy to be finalized for the May 12, 2021 Council meeting and circulated to local municipalities

Economic Development

Lanark County's Economic Development Committee meets April 28, 2021 by Zoom to review planning reports and a proposed "Connect Lanark" broadband program. The committee will consider recommending two Mississippi Mills Official Plan amendments to County Council and receive updates on a planning appeal and a 5-year Official Plan review. A delegation on Perthmore Phase VI subdivision concerns is also scheduled.

• Report #CAO-06-2021 proposes creating "Connect Lanark" to help low-income families with broadband installation, financed from the 2021 broadband budget line
• Report #PD-09-2021: Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 26 for 430 Ottawa Street, a site-specific change to Highway Commercial policies to allow commercial and medium-to-high density residential uses
• Report #PD-10-2021: Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 27 to re-designate lands from "Industrial" to "Residential - Community Facility"
• Report #PD-11-2021: update on the LPAT appeal (Case PL200045) to Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 21
• Delegation: Mike Flynn, President of Perthmore Community Association, on Perthmore Phase VI subdivision concerns

County Council

Lanark County Council meets April 28, 2021 via Zoom to consider a report authorizing an HVAC upgrade contract at Lanark Lodge, a by-law setting tax rates levied to local municipalities, and committee reports. Council will also receive a United Way East Ontario COVID-19 response impact report as information. Most remaining agenda items are routine procedural motions.

• Report #LL-03-2021 recommends awarding RFP-2021-004 to 1000 Islands Mechanical Inc. to upgrade the A, B and D Wings HVAC system at Lanark Lodge
• By-Law 2021-10 sets tax rates levied to local municipalities
• United Way East Ontario COVID-19 Response Impact Report received as information
• Community Services Committee and Striking Committee reports up for adoption
• Special Community Services meeting held April 28, 2021 with motion to be determined

Striking Committee

Lanark County's Striking Committee meets by Zoom on April 21, 2021 to consider recommending that County Council adopt Terms of Reference for a new Climate Action Committee. The committee would guide development of a county Climate Action Plan, with voting members from lower-tier municipalities and Smiths Falls plus a climate expert, reporting through the Public Works Committee. The committee would also go in camera to discuss appointing a public member to the Trails Sub-Committee, a personnel matter.

• Recommendation to Council to adopt Climate Action Committee Terms of Reference (up to 9 meetings per year, 2:00 p.m. second Tuesday, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth)
• Climate Action Committee would have 9 lower-tier/Smiths Falls representatives plus one Partners for Climate Protection expert
• In-camera session to discuss appointing a public member to the Lanark County Trails Sub-Committee
• Approval of minutes from the January 27, 2021 Striking Committee meeting
• Next meeting at the call of the Chair

Special Community Services

Lanark County's Special Community Services Committee meets April 14, 2021 by Zoom to discuss affordable housing planning tools and next steps. Presentations cover municipal planning tools, examples from Grey and Brant counties, and a proposed path forward. A suggested motion would have the committee recommend that County Council authorize staff to issue an RFP for a consultant to study affordable housing demand, with fees covered by provincial municipal COVID-19 funding.

• Suggested motion (Mousseau/Minnille): recommend Council authorize an RFP for a consultant to study affordable housing demand and recommend improved outcomes
• Consultant fees proposed to be covered by municipal COVID-19 funding provided to the County by the province
• Presentation: Affordable Housing: Municipal Planning Tools and Opportunities, by Emily Hollington and Julie Stewart
• Presentation: Affordable and Attainable Housing Strategies in Grey County, by Scott Taylor, Senior Planner
• Presentation: Additional Residential Units (ARU) example from Brant County, by Julie Stewart

County Council

Lanark County Council meets April 14, 2021 by Zoom to consider committee reports and motions. Council will decide on providing each local municipality $5,000 in 2021 tourism funding, and on authorizing up to $111,000 from reserves for LiDAR flood-mapping data with Conservation Authorities. It also considers subdivision extension requests and a condominium boundary amendment, plus a confirming by-law.

• $5K in 2021 tourism funding to each local municipality, with year-end reporting required
• Up to $111,000 from reserves for LiDAR flood-mapping data in partnership with Conservation Authorities
• One-year draft plan extension requested for Bodnar Subdivision (09-T-17001), Beckwith/Carleton Place
• Three-year draft plan extension requested for Beckwith Estates Subdivision (09-T-17002)
• Condominium boundary amendment for Units 9 and 10, Level 2, 83 Little Bridge Street, Thorburn Mill

Community Services

The Community Services Committee meets April 14, 2021 via Zoom to receive updates and recommend spending to County Council. Members will consider adding ductless air conditioning to residents' rooms in the "D" Wing at Lanark Lodge at an estimated $320,000, funded by provincial and county capital sources, and awarding a $175,400 asphalt shingle contract for Jasper/Bell housing. The committee will also receive information reports on the 7 Arthur Street redevelopment, homelessness enumeration tools, and provincial Social Services Relief Fund allocations, plus verbal updates and confidential in-camera items.

• Lanark Lodge "D" Wing ductless air conditioning proposed at an estimated $320,000, funded by $147,800 Infection Prevention and Control Minor Capital, $111,553 Long-Term Care Minor Capital, and about $60,000 budgeted capital; sole-sourced to BC Mechanical and Dual Electric with purchasing policy waived
• Lanark County Housing Corporation contract RFT2021-01 asphalt shingle replacement at Jasper/Bell recommended to lowest bidder Kovar Contracting for $175,400.00 plus HST
• 7 Arthur Street redevelopment reported behind schedule, with a new handover date the first week of July 2021; a $20,000 winter-conditions upset limit was not fully used and a credit is expected
• Report SS-04-2021 on a By-Name List and Point-in-Time Count of people experiencing homelessness, required by the end of 2021
• Provincial Social Services Relief Fund letters: an additional $445,050 operating allocation (total SSRF Phase 1 of $2,047,050) and $1,496,649 under SSRF Phase 3

Corporate Services

The Lanark County Corporate Services committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 14, 2021, under Chair Councillor Brian Campbell, was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or votes took place. The only document provided is a one-page cancellation notice.

Land Division

Lanark County's Land Division Committee meets April 13, 2021, with a virtual public hearing from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on ten consent applications seeking new lots, lot additions, and easements across Mississippi Mills, Lanark Highlands, Beckwith, Carleton Place, and Tay Valley. The committee will also consider a deferred application (B20/113, Neil Stewart) and routine items including minutes approval and an OACA 2021 conference note. Decisions on the applications are not recorded in this agenda.

• Public hearing on B20/070 (Timmins) for a new lot on 12th Concession South, Mississippi Mills
• B21/017 Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited seeks a new lot and easement on Roe Street, Carleton Place
• B20/059 and B20/060 (Martin Whyte) propose new lots on Highway 36, Tay Valley Township
• Deferred application B20/113 (Neil Stewart) listed with a report to be provided
• Provisional consent granted, deferred, and denied sections are listed but contain no items in the agenda

County Council

Lanark County Council meets March 24, 2021 via Zoom to vote on a $1,496,649 Social Services Relief Fund Phase 3 investment plan for homelessness and shelter services, award three road and bridge contracts totaling over $4.6 million, and pass tax ratio by-laws for 2021. Council will also consider waiving its land disposition policy to sell a piece of the Tay/Havelock right-of-way to Steven Dowdall, and hear an update on a bid for an EORN seat.

• SSRF Phase 3 investment plan: $360,000 emergency shelter, $400,000 homelessness prevention, $150,000 housing supports, $380,000 services, $161,750 contingency
• Contract #PW-C-09-2021-21-E0 Micro Resurfacing awarded to Miller Paving Limited at $1,463,097.90
• Contract #PW-C-16-2021-22-E0 Rideau Ferry Bridge Rehabilitation awarded to Dalcon Constructors Ltd. at $2,278,925.50
• Bulk coarse highway salt contract awarded to Cargill Salt at $958,100 plus HST
• By-Law No. 2021-06 sets 2021 tax ratios; vacant/excess land subclass reductions eliminated January 1, 2021

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets March 24, 2021 to receive several staff reports and vote on related motions. Members will consider an updated Salt Management Plan, a plastics reduction campaign that would align a single-use plastic ban with federal dates, a $3,900 expansion of an eco program, a tree giveaway, and a Mayors' Monarch Pledge. A verbal report on Rideau Ferry Bridge lighting was deferred to a future meeting.

• Report #PW-07-2021: Salt Management Plan Update received as information
• Report #PW-08-2021: Plastics Reduction Campaign Update, including aligning a single-use plastic bag and straw ban with federal ban dates
• Report #PW-09-2021: Extend Sustainable Kingston agreement by 15 memberships at a cost of up to $3,900 from Provincial Modernization funding
• Report #PW-10-2021: Tree Giveaway received as information
• Report #PW-11-2021: Warden to take the Mayors' Monarch Pledge for 2021; Rideau Ferry Bridge lighting item deferred

Economic Development

Lanark County's Economic Development Committee meets March 24, 2021 by Zoom to review planning and tourism reports. Members will consider recommending a one-year extension of draft plan approval for the Bodnar and Beckwith Estates subdivisions, both in the Carleton Place/Beckwith area, and a boundary amendment to Thorburn Mill Condominium in Almonte. The committee will also vote on whether to recommend that County Council authorize up to $111,000 from reserves for LiDAR flood-mapping data, and will receive a tourism update and verbal reports.

• Report #CAO-05-2021: authorize up to $111,000 from reserves for LiDAR flood-mapping data, in partnership with Conservation Authorities
• Report #PD-05-2021: one-year extension of draft plan approval for Bodnar Subdivision (09-T-17001), 544 units, Carleton Place, requested by Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited
• Report #PD-06-2021: one-year extension of draft plan approval for Beckwith Estates Subdivision (09-T-17002), 90 units, Beckwith
• Report #PD-07-2021: red-line amendment to vary the boundary between Unit 9 and Unit 10, Level 2, 83 Little Bridge Street, Thorburn Mill Condominium (Lanark Standard Condominium No. 18)
• SCOP Review: motion to recommend that the County Planner initiate a review of the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan

Special Community Services

Lanark County's Special Community Services Committee meets to receive a presentation from Housing Services Manager Shawna Stone on the county's housing services. The presentation covers the county's role as a designated Service Manager under the Housing Services Act, its 2021 budget of $10.8M, various housing programs, and a 10-year plan to increase social housing supply. No decisions or votes are scheduled beyond adopting the agenda.

• Presentation on Housing Services by Manager Shawna Stone, covering the county's role as Service Manager under the Housing Services Act
• 2021 Housing Services Budget of $10.8M, funded 47% by County Levy ($5.1M), 29% federal/provincial ($3.1M), 19% rents ($2M), 5% Smiths Falls ($584K)
• 2020/21 program allocations include $1,062,615 for new build at 7 Arthur St, Carleton Place (20 units: 5 affordable, 15 RGI)
• Social Services Relief Fund totals $4,934,685 across three phases for COVID-19 emergency services and capital projects
• 10-Year Plan targets increasing social housing supply to 918 service level units and 60 affordable housing units by 2028

Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee

The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee met on March 22, 2021 and approved its prior minutes and amended agenda. The committee adopted a motion encouraging acquisition of the K&P right of way to further Council's goal of a ring trail, and directed staff to report on the pros and cons and costs of acquiring trails. It also received OPP updates on trail complaints and charges, discussed a draft trails map, and heard that the OVRT is closed to motorized use.

• Motion LCMTC-2021-03 adopted: encourage acquisition of the K&P right of way to further Council's ring trail goal
• Staff directed to report back on pros, cons and costs of acquiring trails
• OPP reported 26 trail complaints county-wide to end of February and 32 charges laid this year, mainly helmet, muffler, speeding and trespassing
• OVRT closed to motorized use, per CAO Kurt Greaves
• Draft trails map discussed; staff asked to look at a one-page high-level map with a link or QR code

County Council

Lanark County Council meets March 10, 2021 via Zoom to consider a letter of support for VIA Rail's High-Frequency Rail plan, receive a delegation from frontline workers on homelessness, and vote on routine committee reports and a confirming by-law. Council will also consider a motion to lower flags to half-mast on March 11 for the National Day of Observance for COVID-19, and proclaim April 6 as Family Caregiver Day.

• Letter of support for VIA Rail Canada's dedicated tracks for High-Frequency Rail (HFR) plan
• Delegation from Elle Halladay, Housing Case Worker at Cornerstone Landing Youth Services, on homelessness and housing in Lanark County
• Motion to lower flags at Lanark County Administration Building to half-mast on March 11 for National Day of Observance for COVID-19
• Proclamation of April 6, 2021 as Family Caregiver Day in Lanark County
• Appointment of Richard Kidd as acting Warden for EOWC meeting on March 12, 2021 with proxy voting rights

Community Services

Lanark County's Community Services Committee meets March 10, 2021 by Zoom to vote on allocating child care re-investment funding and to receive reports on social assistance changes and a 7 Arthur Street development update. The committee will also receive the 2020 progress update on the Community Safety and Well-being Plan for Lanark County and Smiths Falls, plus verbal updates from the health unit and transportation association. Most items are received as information; the child care funding motion is the main decision item.

• Child care re-investment funding: approximately $247,623 allocated to contracted licensed child care centres using the pre-pandemic General Operating Grant formula, with $27,513 (10%) to County administration
• Unspent child care funding after April 10, 2021 to be reallocated to licensed child care centres; staff authorized to sign agreements with eligible providers
• Report #SS-03-2021 on Allocation of Child Care Re-Investment Funding presented by Data Analyst Specialist Emily Cassell
• 7 Arthur Street Development Update report from Director of Social Services Emily Hollington, received as information only
• 2020 Progress Update on the Community Safety and Well-being Plan covering 12 priority risk areas including mental health, substance use, housing and transportation

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive several financial reports, and vote on 2021 tax ratios. The committee will also receive a provincial letter confirming up to $3,250,000 over four years for community paramedicine services for seniors on the long-term care waitlist. Reports on kilometre rates, 2020 council remuneration, and short-term investments are also on the agenda.

• 2021 tax ratios proposed: residential 1.0, commercial 1.842928, industrial 2.531635, farm/forest 0.25
• Provincial funding of up to $3,250,000 over 2020-2024 for community paramedicine services
• Kilometre reimbursement rate to remain at $0.53/km from February 1, 2021 to January 31, 2022
• 2020 Council remuneration and expenses totaled $479,154; Land Division totaled $7,359
• Tax reductions for vacant and excess land subclasses in commercial and industrial classes eliminated January 1, 2021

Special Public Works

Lanark County's Special Public Works Committee is meeting to recommend awarding three construction contracts to the lowest compliant bidders, covering micro resurfacing and two bridge rehabilitation projects. The committee will also consider awarding a bulk highway salt supply contract to Cargill Salt. The combined 2021 construction capital program totals about $8.05 million, roughly 0.6% over the approved $8 million budget.

• Micro Resurfacing contract to Miller Paving Limited at $1,463,097.90 plus HST
• Bolton Creek and Fall River Bridge Rehabilitation to Bonnechere Excavating Ltd. at $903,130 plus HST
• Rideau Ferry Bridge Rehabilitation to Dalcon Constructors Ltd. at $2,278,925.50 plus HST, cost shared 50/50 with United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
• Bulk Coarse Highway Salt contract to Cargill Salt at $958,100 plus HST, at $95.81/tonne for July 2021 to June 2024
• Total 2021 construction capital program of $8,047,797 against an $8,000,000 approved budget

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets March 9, 2021, with a virtual public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m. to consider ten consent applications for creating new lots, lot additions, rights-of-way, and easements across several townships. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 9, 2021 meeting and handle routine procedural items. No deferred applications or confidential reports are listed on the agenda.

• B20/085 and B20/086 — Dale E. Giff: two new 0.4-ha residential lots on Rosedale Road S., Township of Montague, retaining a 20.5-ha landholding with a storage building
• B20/101 — Garry and Lynne Monaghan: new lot on Hamilton Road, Mississippi Mills (geographic Township of Ramsay)
• B20/113 — Neil Stewart: new lot and right-of-way on Ellis Woods Road, Township of Lanark Highlands (geographic Township of Darling)
• B20/124 — Estate of Robert Bulloch: lot addition on Highway 511, Township of Lanark Highlands (geographic Township of Lanark)
• B20/137 and B20/138 — Allison Brooks and Patrick Brooks: new lot on Christie Lake North Shore Road, Tay Valley Township (geographic Township of Bathurst)

Striking Committee

The Striking Committee met on March 9, 2021 and appointed Brian Stewart and Peter Osborne as public representatives to the Lanark County Trails Sub-Committee for two-year terms. The Committee also discussed restructuring the Climate Action Plan committees, directing staff to draft a revised term of reference for a single "Action Committee" with one public representative and one representative from each municipality. Part of the meeting was held in closed session to discuss a personal matter about an identifiable individual.

• Brian Stewart and Peter Osborne appointed to Lanark County Trails Sub-Committee as public representatives for two-year terms
• Staff directed to draft revised terms of reference for one "Action Committee" combining stakeholder and steering committee roles, with one public representative and one representative from each municipality
• Committee recommended the Trails Sub-Committee review options to use the applicant list at its next meeting
• Closed session held 10:48 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. regarding a personal matter about an identifiable individual
• Minutes of January 27, 2021 meeting approved

County Council

Lanark County Council meets by Zoom on February 24, 2021 to approve committee reports and a confirming by-law. The Corporate Services report proposes adopting a new Disability Claims Management Policy and a revised Working From Home Policy, and supporting a Town of Gore Bay resolution on municipal insurance premiums. Council will also receive updates on housing and homelessness, and go in camera for a Lanark Lodge staffing update.

• Adopt HR Policy #10 'Disability Claims Management Policy', replacing five 2006 policies on sick leave, short/long-term disability, WSIB and return to work
• Adopt revised 'Working From Home Policy', with a report back to Council in six months
• Support Town of Gore Bay resolution on Insurance Premiums for Municipal Government
• Three special Community Services meetings set for March 10, March 24 and April 14 (1-3pm) on housing and homelessness
• In-camera discussion of Lanark Lodge Staffing Update (personal matters about an identifiable individual)

Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee is meeting by Zoom to receive planning department information and two subdivision status reports. Members will also hear verbal reports from Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation and the Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee. Most items are received as information rather than decisions.

• Report #PD-01-2021: Planning Department information covering consent, subdivision, condominium, part-lot control and official plan amendment applications from December 8, 2020 to February 16, 2021
• Report #PD-02-2021: Status report on Hillcroft Estates Subdivision (09-T-20003) in Beckwith, 11 lots, deemed complete September 2, 2020
• Report #PD-03-2021: Status report on Goodwood Estates Subdivision (09-T-20004) in Beckwith, 25 lots, deemed complete September 25, 2020
• Official Plan Amendment for Thomas Cavanagh Construction's proposed Arnott Pit in Lanark Highlands, deemed complete November 4, 2020
• 2241497 Ontario Limited Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 26 at 430 Ottawa Street deemed incomplete, letter sent January 15, 2021

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets February 24, 2021 to decide whether to recommend buying a used 2019 Volvo pay loader for $217,750 and awarding ten road-rehabilitation and culvert contracts totaling $5,512,876. The committee will also hear a delegation on artificial outdoor lighting and consider selling a piece of the Glen Tay Havelock right-of-way near 103 Railway Siding Road. Reduced load restrictions of 5 tonnes per axle take effect March 8, 2021 on posted County Roads. All recommendations go to County Council for final approval.

• Purchase of 2019 Volvo Pay Loader from Strongco for $217,750 plus HST, funded from reserves, with a waiver of the Procurement By-Law for sole sourcing
• Ten road and culvert contracts recommended for award totaling $5,512,876, including County Road #43 (Highway 43) at $1,468,342.50 and County Road #18 (Port Elmsley Road) at $925,805.00
• Deferral recommended on Contract #PW-C-09-2021-21-E0 Micro Resurfacing, lowest bid $1,463,097.90, until two bridge tenders close February 25, 2021
• Sale of property adjacent to 103 Railway Siding Road (Glen Tay Havelock right-of-way) to an adjacent owner
• Reduced load restrictions (5 tonnes per axle) in force on posted County Roads effective March 8, 2021

Corporate Services

Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee meets by Zoom on February 10, 2021 to consider two human-resources policy reports. One would replace five 2006 disability-related policies with a single Disability Claims Management Policy; the other would adopt a revised Working From Home Policy, with a report on the work-from-home experience to return to Council in six months. The committee will also receive correspondence from other Ontario municipalities and verbal updates, and discuss the budget process.

• Report #CAO-03-2021: adopt HR Policy #10 'Disability Claims Management Policy', replacing five policies dated November 22, 2006 (Sick Leave #C-1, Short Term Disability #C-2, Long-Term Disability #C-3, WSIB #C-4, Return to Work #C-5)
• Report #CAO-04-2021: adopt revised 'Working From Home Policy', with a report analyzing the work-at-home experience to come back to Council in six months
• Communications received as information: Town of Gore Bay on insurance premiums and Town of Bracebridge on infrastructure funding
• Verbal updates: Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, CAO update, AMO Rural Caucus, and ROMA
• New/other business: Budget Process Discussion led by Warden Christa Lowry

County Council

Lanark County Council meets by Zoom on February 10, 2021 to approve its January 27 minutes, receive the Public Works Committee report, and consider resolutions commending county staff and paramedics for their COVID-19 pandemic work. Council will also vote on nominating Councillor John Fenik to the EORN Board of Directors and on calling a special Public Works meeting on March 10, 2021 to discuss tenders closing February 25, 2021. A confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings is also on the agenda.

• Resolution commending Lanark Lodge and social services staff for COVID-19 response, with a recognition letter from Warden Lowry
• Resolution commending Lanark County Paramedic Service, citing over 25,000 COVID-19 swabs and over 200 vaccines administered
• Nomination of Councillor John Fenik (Town of Perth Mayor) to the EORN Board of Directors, with costs paid by Lanark County
• Special Public Works Committee of the Whole meeting proposed for March 10, 2021 to discuss tenders closing February 25, 2021
• By-Law No. 2021-03 to confirm the proceedings of the February 10, 2021 Council meeting

Community Services

The Community Services Committee meets by Zoom on Feb. 10, 2021 to receive reports and discuss housing. Members will consider calling three special meetings on housing and homelessness, and receive an update on the Arthur Street development. Several items, including litigation and Lanark Lodge staffing, are slated for closed (in-camera) sessions.

• Report #LL-01-2021: MOHLTC inspection of Lanark Lodge (Nov. 16, 2020) found three Voluntary Plans of Correction on pain management, dressing assistance, and drug administration
• Motion to call three special Community Services Committee meetings on housing and homelessness, with dates left blank
• Arthur Street development update: $3,931 hydro connection fee, $4,725 temporary heat, $202,376 remaining in contingency fund
• Delegation on 'Housing Issues and Options: A Big Data for Small Places (BD4SP)' program, with fees of $850/person for municipal staff and $650/person for community members
• In-camera sessions on a JEP litigation matter and an update on Lanark Lodge staffing

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom, with a virtual public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m. The committee will review eight consent applications (file numbers B19/085 through B21/015) seeking to create new lots or lot additions across Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, Beckwith, Carleton Place, and Mississippi Mills. The agenda also includes approval of the January 19, 2021 minutes and adoption of the agenda with one addition. No dollar amounts or contract items appear in the agenda.

• B19/085, B19/086, B19/087 — Estate of Willard Shaw: three new lots at Pt. Lots 9 & 10, Concession 6, Drummond/North Elmsley (10:00–10:20 a.m.)
• B20/115 & B20/116 — William and Karen Armstrong: new lots at Pt. Lot 6, Concession 10, Lanark Highlands (10:20–10:40 a.m.)
• B20/118 — Lori Sue Fahey: lot addition at Pt. Lot 8, Concession 10, Beckwith, Lakeside Drive (10:40–11:00 a.m.)
• B20/119 & B20/120 — Roy Matthews: new lot and lot addition at Pt. Lot 8, Concession 10, Lanark Highlands (11:00–11:20 a.m.)
• B20/132 — Regan Lee (Peter Street, Carleton Place), B20/149 — Tracy Katherine Lancaster (Coleman Street, Carleton Place), B20/057 — Lowry/Cavanagh (Ramsay Concession 8, Mississippi Mills), and B21/015 — Gibson (added to agenda)

Economic Development

The Lanark County Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for January 27, 2021 was deferred. The agenda contains no substantive items — only a note that the meeting is postponed until February 24, 2021. No decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed in the supplied document.

Public Works

Lanark County's Public Works Committee meets January 27, 2021 by Zoom to receive an update on the Perth Arterial Road, a planned truck bypass on Perth's eastern edge. Council is asked to accept Report CAO-02-2021 as information, covering the 2013 County–Town agreement and project progress. A proposed sign by-law update (Report PW-01-2021) is also on the agenda, along with a delegation from Climate Network Lanark.

• Report CAO-02-2021: Perth Arterial Road update; first phase (Highway 7 to County Road 10) estimated at $6M–$8M
• 2013 agreement: Town to contribute $1.6M (2013 dollars); County up to $620,000 for site preparation by 2016; agreement review in 2028
• Report PW-01-2021: Proposed Sign By-Law Update, presented by Director of Public Works Terry McCann
• Delegation: Update on Climate Network Lanark by Gord Harrison and Susan Brandum
• Minutes of the December 9, 2020 Public Works Committee meeting up for approval

County Council

Lanark County Council meets January 27, 2021 by Zoom to adopt committee reports and a confirming by-law. The Community Services report recommends $500,000 in Children's Services mitigation funding for licensed child care providers and a $1,307,907 Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative allocation for 2021-22. Council will also go in-camera to set a bargaining mandate for Lanark County Paramedic Service contract negotiations, and consider a motion supporting Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit COVID-19 guidelines.

• $500,000 in Children's Services mitigation funding proposed for licensed child care providers, allocated by pre-pandemic General Operating Funding share
• $1,307,907 CHPI 2021-22 allocation proposed, including $105,520 agreement with Lanark County Mental Health for an OPP Mobile Crisis Response Team mental health professional
• In-camera session on a bargaining mandate for Lanark County Paramedic Service contract negotiations
• Corporate Services report proposes a Smiths Falls payment plan, waiving the Accounts Receivable policy, and 2% compounded annual interest
• Motion of support for Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit COVID-19 guidelines

Striking Committee

Lanark County's Striking Committee meets January 27, 2021 to approve prior minutes and consider revised terms of reference for the Housing Redevelopment/Regeneration Advisory Committee and the Lanark County Trails Sub-Committee. The committee will also move into closed session to discuss 2021/2022 committee appointees, specifically personal matters about identifiable individuals. A communication from Valley Heartland addresses the County's representation on its board and a proposed one-year rotational term.

• Revised Terms of Reference for Housing Redevelopment/Regeneration Advisory Committee (second amendment dated January 26, 2021)
• Revised Terms of Reference for Lanark County Trails Sub-Committee (revised January 27, 2021)
• Closed session to discuss 2021/2022 committee appointees (personal matters about identifiable individuals)
• Valley Heartland communication regarding County representation and proposed one-year rotational term
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2020 and January 14, 2021 meetings

Land Division

The Land Division Committee meets Jan. 19, 2021 via Zoom to hold a public hearing on seven new consent applications, mostly lot additions and new lots in Beckwith, Tay Valley, Lanark Highlands, Mississippi Mills, and Drummond/North Elmsley. The committee will also approve minutes from its Dec. 8, 2020 meeting and adopt the agenda. No deferred applications, confidential reports, or other business are listed.

• B20/100 - Bruce Bayes: lot addition/easement at 277 Squaw Point Road, Beckwith (480 sq.m. severed, 2,883 sq.m. retained)
• B20/117 - Sandra and Jeffrey Neron: lot addition on Squaw Point Road, Beckwith
• B20/058 - Martin Whyte: new lot on Highway 36, Tay Valley Township
• B20/090 and B20/091 - Barbara Wynne Edwards: new lot on Ferguson Falls Road, Lanark Highlands
• B20/099 - Wesley Thom and Amy McPhail: lot addition on Ramsay Concession 8, Mississippi Mills; B20/108 - Ferguson: new lot on Scotch Corners Road, Beckwith; B20/142 - Carl Baylis: new lot on Carroll Road, Drummond/North Elmsley

Striking Committee

The Striking Committee met on January 14, 2021 and appointed Warden Christa Lowry as Chair. The committee deferred approval of its February 19, 2020 minutes, then moved into closed session to discuss 2021 appointees. After rising from closed session, staff were directed to bring more information on the Valley Heartland Board composition and revised terms of reference for the Trails Sub-Committee and Housing Re-Development/Regeneration Advisory Committee to the January 27, 2021 meeting.

• Christa Lowry appointed Chair of the 2021 Striking Committee (Motion S-2021-01)
• Minutes of the February 19, 2020 Striking Committee meeting deferred
• Closed session held 12:17pm-12:43pm to discuss 2021/2022 appointments survey
• Staff directed to report back on Valley Heartland Board composition and revised terms of reference for Trails Sub-Committee and Housing Re-Development/Regeneration Advisory Committee
• Staff directed to work with Warden Lowry on a budget process discussion report for a future Corporate Services Committee

Corporate Services

Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee meets January 13, 2021 by Zoom to consider a payment plan with the Town of Smiths Falls, including waiving the county's Accounts Receivable policy and charging 2% compounded annual interest. The committee will also receive communications from other Ontario municipalities on small business property tax, veterans' property tax exemptions, and violence against paramedics, plus verbal updates from the Warden and CAO. Most remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Report #CAO-01-2021: proposed payment plan with the Town of Smiths Falls, waiving the Accounts Receivable policy, with interest at 2% compounded annually
• Communications received on small business property tax (Northumberland County), veterans property tax exemptions (Peel Region, Huron-Kinloss), and eliminating violence against paramedics (Peel Region)
• Verbal reports: Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, AMO Rural Caucus, ROMA, and CAO updates
• Minutes of the December 2, 2020 Corporate Services Committee meeting up for approval
• Meeting held via Zoom; public may attend virtually only

County Council

Lanark County Council meets by Zoom on January 13, 2021 to approve minutes, adopt committee reports, and confirm proceedings by by-law. The Community Services Committee report asks Council to direct staff to seek affordable housing proposals and add 10 Portable Housing Benefit spaces ($32,400) and 10 Rent Supplement spaces ($72,000) funded from reserves. Council will also consider a $100,000 agreement with Lanark County Mental Health for a registered counsellor/psychotherapist through December 2021, and formalize Emergency Management Program Committee appointments.

• Motion CS-2021-02: direct staff to draft an expression of interest for new affordable housing projects and send it to contracted non-profit housing providers
• Add 10 Portable Housing Benefit spaces funded from reserves at $32,400
• Add 10 Rent Supplement spaces funded from reserves at $72,000
• Motion CS-2021-11: approve an agreement with Lanark County Mental Health for up to $100,000 to employ a registered counsellor/psychotherapist until December 2021
• Appointments to the Emergency Management Program Committee and CEMC/Alternate CEMC to meet OFMEM requirements

SPECIAL Community Services

Lanark County's Special Community Services Committee meets January 13, 2021 to receive an update on housing and homelessness from Housing Services Manager Shawna Stone. Staff are asking the committee to approve several housing options, including a third-party build, 10 portable housing benefits, 10 rent supplement spaces, and an agreement with Lanark County Mental Health worth up to $100,000 for a registered counsellor/psychotherapist until December 2021. The agenda includes suggested motions but does not record any decisions.

• Proposed agreement with Lanark County Mental Health for up to $100,000 to employ a registered counsellor/psychotherapist until December 2021
• Recommendation to approve Option 3: Expression of Interest for a third-party non-profit housing build
• Recommendation to approve 10 portable housing benefits at about $270/month each ($32,400/year)
• Recommendation to approve 10 rent supplement spaces at about $600/month each ($72,000/year)
• 2021 Housing Services budget of $10.8M, with $5.1M from the County levy

Community Services

Lanark County's Community Services Committee is reviewing a plan to direct $500,000 of one-time provincial mitigation funding to licensed child care providers for COVID-19 costs not covered by federal Safe Restart Funding. The committee will also receive updates on the Arthur Street construction project and the 2021-22 Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative investment plan, plus correspondence from other municipalities. Most agenda items are routine approvals and information reports.

• Report #SS-02-2021: allocate $500,000 in Children's Services mitigation funding to licensed child care centres based on pre-pandemic General Operating Funding percentages (Town of Carleton Place 27%, Almonte Day Care Programs 23%, TayCare 11%)
• Report #SS-01-2021: allocate $1,307,907 in 2021-22 Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative funding, including $105,520 agreement with Lanark County Mental Health for an OPP Mobile Crisis Response Team mental health professional
• Arthur Street construction update: completion date remains March 26, 2021, with deficiency period March 26 to April 9
• Communications received: Northumberland County AODA resolution and Town of Carleton Place resolution on COVID-19 childcare funding impacts
• Verbal reports from Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association

Lanark County Trails Committee

The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee met on January 11, 2021 by Zoom and approved its October 21, 2020 minutes and the agenda. Members discussed a request from Tay Valley Township about the Tay Havelock Trailhead, and staff were directed to draft a policy on promotions, parking, plowing, washroom facilities and trash cans for review at a future meeting. The committee also received updates on trail mapping, the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail, and accessible trail sections, and heard that the accessibility study recommendation was not approved by the Economic Development Committee in 2020.

• Staff directed to draft a policy covering promotions, parking, plowing, washroom facilities and trash cans, and how responsibility is divided between the County and the user group or municipality
• Tay Valley Township's request regarding the Tay Havelock Trailhead discussed, with concerns raised about setting a precedent and costs such as portable toilet rental
• Accessibility study completed with Treadscape; recommendation was shared with the Economic Development Committee in 2020 but not approved, and possible accessible sections named: Highway 7 overpass to Townline Road, and 800m south of John Street to Cars Street in Almonte
• Trail mapping update: finalized print hoped for Spring 2021; digital mapping and QR codes on signage discussed
• Maberly property: T. McCann proceeding with sale of land to the adjacent homeowner; Beckwith Township building a 10-foot-wide ice/skating trail and has applied for a grant for a 1.5km forest extension in 2022