Lanark County public meetings in 2022
102 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Works
The Public Works Committee is reviewing plans for the Blakeney Bridge replacement, including a proposal for a modular panel bridge in 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on an updated Integrated Vegetation Management Plan and a report on the Climate Lens.
- Proposed replacement of Blakeney Bridge in 2023 with a modular panel bridge
- Discussion of single-lane ($3M-$3.5M) vs. two-lane ($4.5M) bridge options
- Update on the Integrated Vegetation Management Plan
- Delegation from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture regarding Blakeney Bridge
- Delegation from Blakeney resident Matthew Ayling regarding Blakeney Bridge
Economic Development
The committee will review a Planning Department information report covering various consent and subdivision applications. Members will also discuss a one-year extension request for the Nordlaw Cottages Inc. draft plan of condominium.
- One-year extension request for Nordlaw Cottages Inc. Draft Plan of Condominium (File No. 09-CD-16002)
- Planning Department Information Report (PD-35-2022)
- Verbal report from Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation
- Verbal report from Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
- Verbal report from Community Forest Sub-Committee
County Council
The Council is reviewing a new franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. and discussing various community service reports. Key discussions include funding for childcare, tiny home construction in Perth, and a declaration regarding intimate partner violence.
- By-Law No. 2022-51: Enbridge Gas Franchise Agreement
- Proposed $337,569 one-time transitional grant for contracted child care centres
- Proposed $469,250 FCM grant and $120,000 in reserves for tiny homes on Robinson Street
- Resolution declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic
- Appointment of new directors to the Lanark County Housing Corporation Board
Special County Council
The Special County Council meeting includes the adoption of reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees. The council will also consider By-Law No. 2022-53 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.
- Eleventh Report of the Economic Development Committee of the Whole
- Eleventh Report of the Public Works Committee of the Whole
- By-Law No. 2022-53 to confirm council proceedings
Land Division
The Land Division Committee will hold a public hearing to consider several new applications for lot additions and new lots. The meeting includes a detailed review of a lot addition proposal for Diane L. Briggs in Tay Valley Township.
- Lot addition for Diane L. Briggs at Lots 20-22 Concession 3, Tay Valley Township
- New lot application for Lyle and Tammy Duffy on Doran Road, Tay Valley Township
- New lot application for Herrick Gregory England and Jilene Moira England on Fagan Lake Road, Tay Valley Township
- New lot application for Steven and Patricia Burgess on Blakeney Road, Mississippi Mills
- New lot applications for Regan Lee on Ferguson Tetlock Road, Montague
Striking Committee
The Striking Committee will elect a new Chair and review updated Terms of Reference for several committees. The committee will also discuss community appointments to various boards and committees in a closed session.
- Election of Striking Committee Chair
- Review of updated Terms of Reference for Climate Action Working Group
- Review of updated Terms of Reference for Lanark County Trails Committee
- Review of updated Terms of Reference for Land Division Committee
- Discussion of community appointments to committees in camera
County Council
The Council will appoint members to several sub-committees and review reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture regarding Blakeney Bridge.
- Appointment of members to various sub-committees including Municipal Trails and Community Forest
- Ontario Federation of Agriculture delegation regarding Blakeney Bridge infrastructure
- Repeal of By-Law 2022-45 regarding Blakeney Bridge load restrictions
- Adoption of the Tenth Report of the Economic Development Committee of the Whole
- Adoption of the Tenth Report of the Public Works Committee of the Whole
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing a proposal for two tiny homes in Perth and a $337,569 grant for child care centres. The committee will also discuss changes to the Lanark County Housing Corporation Board of Directors.
- Proposed $337,569 one-time transitional grant for contracted child care centres
- Proposed construction of two tiny homes on Robinson Street in Perth using a $469,250 FCM grant and $120,000 in reserves
- Proposed removal of 10 directors and appointment of 19 new directors to the Lanark County Housing Corporation Board
- Delegations from Lanark County Interval House and Community Support and Ronald McDonald House Charities Ottawa
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing new and updated policies regarding electronic monitoring and GPS usage for County employees. The committee is also considering an Enbridge Gas franchise agreement and an endorsement for the ROMA Board of Directors.
- Electronic Monitoring of Employees Policy (HR-17-2022)
- Global Positioning System (GPS) Policy Update (HR-18-2022)
- Enbridge Gas Franchise Agreement (C-16-2022)
- Endorsement of Christa Lowry for ROMA Board of Directors
Public Works
The committee is reviewing an update on the 2022 Integrated Vegetation Management Plan and holding a public hearing regarding the proposed closing and sale of a portion of former County Road 19. If no objections are raised, a by-law to sell the land in Tay Valley Township to the abutting owner will be presented to County Council in December.
- Public hearing for the closing and sale of former County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road)
- Proposed sale of surplus lands (PIN #05192-0035(LT)) for $1.00
- Report on 2022 Integrated Vegetation Management Plan activities
- Update on wild parsnip and phragmites control efforts
County Council
The Council is considering hiring JLR Richards for short-term planning services to fill a vacancy for a Senior Planner. They are also reviewing requests to meet with provincial ministries at the upcoming ROMA Conference regarding healthcare, paramedics, and transportation.
- Authorization for a six-month contract with JLR Richards for planning services
- Estimated monthly cost for planning services between $8,000.00 and $10,500.00
- Delegation requests for the ROMA Conference regarding Long Term Care funding
- Delegation requests for the ROMA Conference regarding paramedic cross-border billing
- Delegation requests for the ROMA Conference regarding school bus stop arm cameras
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing communications regarding provincial housing legislation and municipal resolutions. Members will also receive planning department updates and verbal reports from various sub-committees.
- Discussion on Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act
- Mississippi Mills resolution for the 2023 Harvest Festival
- Prince Edward County resolution regarding Bill 23
- AMO submission on Bill 23 and the Better Municipal Governance Act
- Planning Department Information Report PD-33-2022
County Council Inaugural
The Lanark County Council will hold its inaugural meeting to elect the Warden for the 2023 year. Council members will also elect chairs for the Corporate Services, Community Services, Economic Development, and Public Works committees.
- Election of the 2023 Lanark County Warden
- Election of Corporate Services Committee Chair
- Election of Community Services Committee Chair
- Election of Economic Development Committee Chair
- Election of Public Works Committee Chair
Land Division
The committee is reviewing several new applications for lot additions and new lots across various townships. These applications include requests for land severances and lot additions to provide road access to landlocked properties.
- Lot addition for Joseph Henry at Lot 13 Concession 6, Mississippi Mills
- New lot application for Douglas Peters at Part Lot 20 Concession 6, Tay Valley Township
- New lot application for James Anthony and Helen Beth Yuill at Part Lot 1 Concession 9, Drummond/North Elmsley
- New lot application for William Grainger and Katherine Armstrong at Lot 6 Concession 12, Mississippi Mills
- New lot applications for Vincent Charles Carroll at Lot 29 & 30 Concession 7, Montague
Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
The sub-committee is reviewing a 2023 draft budget that proposes $450,000 in total expenses. Members are also receiving updates on the K&P Trail title issues, the OVRT, and various user group reports.
- 2023 draft budget proposing $225,000 in operating expenses and $225,000 in capital expenses
- Proposed 2023 levy request of $291,255
- K&P Trail title issues requiring future surveying and pricing
- OVRT dust suppression and speed control updates
- Recommendation to reroute the Trans Canada Trail to the OVRT
County Council
The Council is reviewing the Ninth Report from the Public Works Committee regarding Blakeney Bridge and the Ninth Report from the Economic Development Committee. Additionally, Council will consider Bylaw No. 2022-43, which establishes rules for the order and proceedings of meetings.
- Blakeney Bridge: proposal to reduce load posting from 12 tonnes to 5 tonnes
- Blakeney Bridge: direction for staff to hold a Public Information Centre and proceed with remedial work
- Bylaw No. 2022-43: Procedural Bylaw regarding meeting rules and conduct
- Economic Development Committee: Ninth Report adoption
- Public Works Committee: Ninth Report adoption
Community Services
The committee will receive an update on the Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and a housing proclamation for National Housing Day. The agenda also includes communications regarding child care resolutions from the Municipality of East Ferris.
- Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan update by Stephanie Grey
- National Housing Day Proclamation for November 22, 2022
- Municipality of East Ferris Child Care Resolutions communication
- Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit verbal report
- Lanark Transportation Association verbal report
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will discuss updates to the County's Emergency Response Plan and review the September financial summary. The meeting also includes reports on paramedic activities and budget impacts related to Ontario Regulation 284/09.
- Proposed changes to the Emergency Response Plan
- September financial summary showing a 1.6% surplus for County operations
- Budget impact report regarding $7.9 million in annual amortization expenses
- Lanark County Paramedics Services Q3 Activities Report
- Huron Shores communication regarding physician legislation
Special Meeting of County Council
The Council will consider a $41,211 expenditure for immediate repairs to Blakeney Bridge. Additionally, members will review a new Emergency Plan Bylaw and a traffic bylaw amendment regarding bridge load restrictions.
- Proposed $41,211 expenditure for Blakeney Bridge repairs
- Bylaw 2022-45: Amendment to restrict Blakeney Bridge to 5 tonnes
- Bylaw 2022-46: Adoption of Emergency Program and Emergency Response Plan
- Adoption of Community Services and Corporate Services reports
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is presenting a summary of its activities since June 2021. The report outlines major topics discussed, completed deliverables, and next steps for the Climate Action Plan as the committee's term concludes.
- Corporate GHG emissions target set at 20% below 2019 levels by 2030
- Climate Action Tables adopted by County Council in October 2022
- Upcoming online seminars on November 22 and 24, 2022
- In-person climate action information session scheduled for November 29, 2022
County Council
The Council is reviewing reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services committees. Discussions include emergency lighting upgrades at Lanark Lodge and a request for a two-year extension for the Rideau Bluffs Subdivision.
- Authorization of $113,308 for emergency lighting upgrades at Lanark Lodge
- Two-year extension request for Rideau Bluffs Subdivision (File No. 09-T-08001)
- Issuance of an RFP for Grant Assistance programs
- Endorsement of terms of reference and workplan for the Growth Management Study
- Proposed amendments to the Procedural Bylaw
Economic Development
The committee is reviewing a Planning Department information report covering recent consent and subdivision applications. Members are also receiving verbal reports from the Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation, the Municipal Trails Sub-Committee, the Community Forest Sub-Committee, and the Agriculture Advisory Working Group.
- Planning Department Information Report (PD-21-2022)
- Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation verbal report
- Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee verbal report
- Community Forest Sub-Committee verbal report
- Agriculture Advisory Working Group verbal report
Public Works
The Public Works Committee is reviewing a proposal to reduce the Blakeney Bridge load limit from 12 tonnes to 5 tonnes due to deteriorating conditions. The report recommends replacing the structure with a single-lane modular bridge at an estimated cost of $2.5 million.
- Proposed reduction of Blakeney Bridge load posting from 12 tonnes to 5 tonnes
- Proposed replacement of Blakeney Bridge with a single-lane modular bridge estimated at $2.5M
- Awarding of South Lavant Road equipment rental contract to Arnott Brothers Construction ($103,000)
- Proposal to close and sell surplus lands on former County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road) for $1.00
- Approval of 2022 climate action expenditures
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing a proposal to upgrade emergency lighting at Lanark Lodge to meet building codes. The committee is also receiving updates from the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and the Lanark Transportation Association.
- Proposed $113,308 emergency lighting upgrade at Lanark Lodge
- Health Unit update from Councillor Bill Dobson
- Lanark Transportation Association update from Councillor John Hall
- In-camera discussion regarding child care contract management
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee is considering an RFP for a private company to manage grant applications and compliance. The committee is also reviewing a draft Procedural Bylaw that includes updates to the inaugural meeting process and a land acknowledgement section.
- RFP for Grant Assistance programs for a one-year term
- Draft Procedural Bylaw including updated inaugural meeting processes
- Communication from Town of Kingsville regarding Bill 3, Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act
- Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus Update
- Chief Administrative Officer Update
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider endorsing terms of reference for a Growth Management Study. The meeting also includes a request for a two-year extension for the Rideau Bluffs Subdivision in Tay Valley Township.
- Endorsement of terms of reference and workplan for the Growth Management Study
- Two-year extension request for Rideau Bluffs Subdivision (File No. 09-T-08001)
- Proposed road closing and sale of surplus lands on former County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road)
- Awarding of South Lavant Road equipment rental contract (C-61-2022 CR36)
- Rerouting of the Trans Canada Trail to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail
Land Division
The Land Division Committee is reviewing several new land applications, including a proposal to sever a 1.96-hectare residential lot in Tay Valley Township. Staff recommend approval for the White property severance, subject to specific conditions regarding wetlands and organic soils.
- New lot application (B22/037) for John and Shirley White on Bennett Lake Road, Tay Valley Township
- New lot applications (B22/075, B22/076) for Vincent and Sandra Giroux on McLachlin Road, Beckwith
- Lot addition application (B22/070) for Terry Scheel on McWatty Road, Mississippi Mills
- New lot applications (B22/030, B22/031) for Wayne Currie on Marshall Lake Road, Mississippi Mills
- New lot/easement application (B22/056) for Sandra Smallwood on Highway 511, Lanark Highlands
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee is reviewing an organic waste report and a target setting strategy. The committee is also considering a recommendation to allocate the remaining $100,000 of the 2022 Climate Action budget to support organic waste programs in eight local municipalities.
- Recommendation to allocate $100,000 from the 2022 Climate Action budget to 8 local municipalities for organic waste programs
- Approval of the Target Setting Strategy
- Presentation on heat pump economics and emissions
- Presentation regarding the Convertus Ottawa organic waste facility
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee is discussing terms of reference for growth management and aggregate resource management. Members will also review a proposal to reroute the Trans Canada Trail to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail.
- Proposed rerouting of the Trans Canada Trail to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail
- Terms of Reference for Growth Management (PD-28-2022)
- Terms of Reference for Aggregate Resource Management (PD-29-2022)
- Status report for Hillcroft Estates Subdivision (PD-30-2022)
- Status report for Smith Subdivision (PD-31-2022)
Public Works
The Public Works Committee is reviewing construction updates, climate action plans, and a proposal to close and sell surplus lands on former County Road 19. The committee will also receive updates on vegetation management and the ALUS Lanark program.
- Awarding of South Lavant Road equipment rental contract (C-61-2022)
- Proposed sale of surplus lands on former County Road 19 (Bennett Lake Road) for $1.00
- Approval of 2022 climate action expenditures
- Update on 2022 construction projects and capital budget variances
- Review of the Integrated Vegetation Management Plan update
County Council
The Council is reviewing reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services committees. Discussions include child care workforce funding, affordable housing programs, and updates to work arrangement policies.
- Revised 2022 Child Care and Early Years Workforce Funding Investment Plan
- Affordable Housing Capital Grant Program recommendation
- Update to the Alternate Work Arrangements Policy to include compressed work weeks
- Discussion on school bus stop arm cameras
- Support for resolutions regarding physician shortages and Mohawk Institute documents
Land Division
The Land Division Committee is reviewing ten new applications for lot additions and new residential lots across several townships. The meeting includes a detailed staff report recommending approval for a dual application in Beckwith Township involving a new lot and a lot addition at 1214 Bourne Road.
- New lot and lot addition at 1214 Bourne Road, Beckwith Township (B21/146 and B22/060)
- New lot application at Ramsay Concession 8, Mississippi Mills Township (B22/034 and B22/035)
- Lot addition at Parsons Way, Lanark Highlands Township (B22/036)
- New lot application at 4th Concession B, Lanark Highlands Township (B22/040)
- Lot additions at Blair Poole Road, Tay Valley Township (B22/046 and B22/047)
Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
The sub-committee is reviewing a proposal to move a large portion of the Trans Canada Trail in Lanark County to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT). This change aims to reduce the amount of the trail located on roadsides by approximately 70km. If approved, the recommendation will move to the Economic Development Committee.
- Proposal to reroute Trans Canada Trail to the OVRT
- K&P Trail title update regarding transfer from MVCA to the Counties
- OVRT workplan update regarding gravel and calcium application
- Glen Tay/Havelock Trail update
- Lanark County Trails Map update
County Council
This document contains the agenda and minutes for the Lanark County Council meeting. The session included the adoption of committee reports regarding economic development and public works, and the passing of a by-law to confirm council proceedings.
- Economic Development Committee Report (August 24, 2022)
- Public Works Committee Report (August 24, 2022)
- By-Law No. 2022-34: Consolidating traffic regulation by-laws
- By-Law No. 2022-39: Confirming council proceedings
- Discussion on Aggregate Resources Master Plan terms of reference
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing a revised investment plan for the 2022 Child Care and Early Years Workforce Funding. Members will also discuss the Affordable Housing Capital Grant Program and various social services reports.
- Revised 2022 Child Care and Early Years Workforce Funding Investment Plan
- SS-15-2022 Affordable Housing Capital Grant Program
- Rent Geared to Income and Affordable Housing Programs report
- Municipal Tools to Support Affordable Housing - Next Steps, Planning
- Communication regarding provincial support for sexual assault centres
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will review updates to the Alternate Work Arrangement policy and discuss a school bus stop arm camera program. The committee will also receive communications regarding Clyde River flood plain mapping and physician shortages in Ontario.
- Update to Alternate Work Arrangement Policy to include compressed work weeks
- Discussion of School Bus Stop Arm Camera program
- Request for support for Clyde River Flood Plain Mapping ($150,000 project)
- Resolution regarding physician shortages in Ontario
- Procedural Bylaw update for inaugural meeting options
Climate Action Committee
The committee will discuss the 2022 climate action budget and updated corporate and community climate action tables. Members will also review an update on the Town of Smiths Falls FoodCycler pilot program.
- Review of 2022 Climate Action Budget Allocation
- Town of Smiths Falls FoodCycler Pilot Program update
- Updated Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables
- Ontario Clean Air Alliance Heat Pump Report
Special Meeting of County Council
The Council met to discuss a labour relations matter in a closed session. The meeting concluded with the passing of Bylaw No. 2022-38 to confirm the proceedings of the session.
- In-camera discussion regarding labour relations and employee negotiations
- Passage of Bylaw No. 2022-38 to confirm Council proceedings
County Council
The Council is reviewing reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services committees. Key discussions include housing improvements, child care funding, and emergency services equipment. The Council will also consider several bylaws, including a consolidation of traffic regulations.
- Award of $298,592.50 contract to Ottawa D Squared for Moffatt/Caldwell exterior improvements
- Approval of $30,000 for Emergency Services rescue air bag equipment
- By-Law No. 2022-34 to consolidate traffic regulations on County roads
- By-Law No. 2022-33 to regulate parking in the County of Lanark
- Approval of the 2021 Year End Audited Financial Statements
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing reports on growth management, aggregate resource inventories, and municipal tools for affordable housing. The meeting also includes updates on various planning applications and subdivision statuses.
- Proposed Growth Management Study for the County of Lanark
- Proposed Aggregate Resources Inventory Master Plan
- Municipal Tools to Support Affordable Housing report
- Caivan (Perth Golf Course) Draft Plan of Subdivision status report
- Planning Department Information Report (PD-21-2022)
Public Works
The Public Works Committee is reviewing staff reports regarding advertising sign regulations in Carleton Place and driveway entrance spacing on Rideau Ferry Road. The committee will also discuss postponing a land sale and receive a construction update.
- Staff recommendation to deny advertising signs within the road allowance in Carleton Place
- Proposed 140m spacing requirement for driveway entrances at 1688 County Road 1
- Postponement of the sale of Part 1 of Registered Plan 27R-11827 (Rainbow Valley Drive) until 2023
- 2022 Construction Update report
County Council
The County Council is meeting to review several proposed by-laws, including new regulations for parking and traffic on county roads. The council will also consider a new remuneration policy for elected officials and a proposal to close portions of former County Road 43.
- By-Law No. 2022-32: Elected Officials - Meeting and Professional Development Remuneration Policy
- By-Law No. 2022-33: Regulation of parking in the County of Lanark
- By-Law No. 2022-34: Consolidation of traffic regulations on County of Lanark roads
- By-Law No. 2022-35: Closing and conveying portions of former County Road 43 in Montague Township
- Public Works Report: Review of Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing several social service reports, including childcare program applications and funeral assistance options. The committee will also hear delegations regarding social housing and rent-geared-to-income eligibility.
- Contract award for Moffatt/Caldwell exterior improvements to Ottawa D Squared for $298,592.50 plus HST
- Discussion of four options for the Funeral Assistance Policy to manage costs
- Approval of the 2023 Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) application package
- Implementation of a new formula for licensed child care operating funding effective January 1, 2023
- Delegations regarding social housing concerns and rent-geared-to-income housing
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will review the 2021 audited financial statements presented by KPMG. The committee will also discuss reserve transfers, emergency services equipment funding, and new long-term care policies.
- Presentation of 2021 Audited Financial Statements by KPMG
- Proposed $30,000 capital funding for Emergency Services rescue air bag equipment
- Discussion of 2021 reserve transfers to and from reserves
- Adoption of the Fixing Long Term Care Act Declaration and Record Check Policy
- Development Charge Fund update as of December 31, 2021
Land Division
The Land Division Committee is reviewing multiple new applications for lot severances and easements across various townships. The meeting includes a detailed staff report recommending approval for a residential lot severance in Tay Valley Township.
- New lot application B21/205: 1.1-ha severance at 631 Zealand Road, Tay Valley Township
- New lot application B22/016: Lot 20 Concession 10, Drummond/North Elmsley
- New lot application B22/021: First Avenue/Elm Avenue, Beckwith
- New lot/easement application B22/025: March Road, Mississippi Mills
- New lot application B22/053: Richmond Road, Beckwith
Special Meeting - County Council
Lanark County Council is holding a special meeting with a confidential in-camera session to discuss a human resources matter related to labour relations, under the Municipal Act. The only public action is a confirming by-law to adopt the meeting's proceedings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions on substantive items.
- In-camera session on labour relations/human resources (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(d) and (f))
- By-Law No. 2022-31 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Striking Committee
The Striking Committee will consider a proclamation policy and appoint a representative to the Agricultural Hall of Fame board. The appointment follows a recommendation from the Agricultural Advisory Working Group. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and agenda.
- Appointment of Councillor Peter McLaren to the Agricultural Hall of Fame Board
- Discussion on a proclamation policy, with recommendation to forward a draft to Corporate Services Committee
- Approval of minutes from April 6th meeting
Public Works
The Public Works Committee is holding a special meeting to review the Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables, which list 41 community actions and 17 corporate actions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The committee will provide feedback to the Climate Action Committee or recommend that County Council adopt the tables. A presentation on wetlands as a key ingredient in the Climate Action Plan is also scheduled.
- Presentation on wetlands and nature-based climate solutions by Gord Harrison, Climate Network Lanark
- Review of Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables with 41 community actions (23 primary, 19 secondary) and 17 corporate actions
- Proposed new 7th guiding principle 'to work with Indigenous Peoples'
- Actions include EV charging stations, energy retrofit programs, food waste diversion, and active transportation infrastructure
- Wetlands valued at $15,171/ha/yr for ecosystem services in rural southern Ontario
County Council
Lanark County Council is meeting to consider adopting two official plan amendments that would re-designate lands for licensed aggregate extraction operations, and to confirm the meeting's proceedings. The agenda includes reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees, which are scheduled to be adopted as presented. No confidential reports are listed.
- By-Law 2022-28: Adopt Amendment No. 10 to the County SCOP, re-designating 1443 Pine Grove Road from Rural to Licensed Aggregate Extraction Operation for pit extension
- By-Law 2022-29: Adopt Community Official Plan Amendment No. 7 for Lanark Highlands (Cavanagh-Arnott Pit, File No. 09-OP-20007)
- By-Law 2022-30: Confirming by-law to adopt and confirm all proceedings of the June 22, 2022 council meeting
- Adoption of the sixth reports of the Economic Development and Public Works Committees of the Whole
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will consider awarding a contract for a departmental review of Fleet and Operations to Dillon Consulting, funded by a $152,640 Provincial Municipal Modernization Grant. The committee will also hear delegations from property owner Martin Whyte about a driveway entrance on Rideau Ferry Road and from Jeff Julien about signage at McNeely Avenue and Cavanagh Road, and will consider waiving 2022 Commercial Identification Sign annual maintenance fees.
- Recommendation to award Public Works Departmental Review contract to Dillon Consulting
- Delegation: Martin Whyte requests exception to driveway separation policy at 1688 Rideau Ferry Road
- Delegation: Jeff Julien (Desjardins Insurance) disputes removal of sign at McNeely Avenue and Cavanagh Road
- Recommendation to waive 2022 Commercial Identification Sign annual maintenance fees
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider approving three delegation requests for the AMO Conference (addictions/mental health funding, Highway 29 uploading, rural housing), pass by-laws to close and convey part of former County Road 43 in Montague and authorize a fire dispatch services agreement with Smiths Falls, and support a nomination for the AMO Rural Caucus. The agenda also includes routine adoption of committee reports and minutes.
- Approve AMO Conference delegation requests: Ministry of Health (addictions/mental health), Ministry of Transportation (Highway 29 uploading), Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (rural housing)
- By-Law 2022-25: stop up, close and convey portions of former County Road 43 in Montague (Part 2, Plan 27R-11827) to the Township
- By-Law 2022-26: authorize Fire Dispatch Communications Centre Service Agreement with Town of Smiths Falls, effective July 1, 2022
- Support nomination of Councillor Christa Lowry for AMO Board of Directors Rural Caucus 2022-2024, with costs paid by Lanark County
- Adopt Community Services and Corporate Services committee reports, including Lanark Lodge departmental review contract to KPMG LLP
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee will consider a technical report recommending approval of official plan amendments to re-designate land at 1443 Pine Grove Road (County Road #12) from rural to licensed aggregate extraction, enabling a pit operation. The committee will also review a proposed contract award to KPMG for a planning department review, discuss a tourism website launch, and consider accepting donated age-friendly exercise equipment for Mississippi Mills.
- Rezoning of 1443 Pine Grove Road (County Road #12) from Rural to Licensed Aggregate Extraction Operation and Mineral Aggregate Resource Policy Area Pit
- Proposed contract award to KPMG LLP for Planning Departmental Review funded by Provincial Modernization Grant
- Tourism website update and authorization to launch when content finalized
- Installation and donation of age-friendly exercise equipment at the Alameda in Mississippi Mills
- Planning Department Information Report listing consent and subdivision applications
Climate Action Committee
The Lanark County Climate Action Committee is meeting to receive presentations on Ontario's transition to Extended Producer Responsibility for Blue Box recycling and on a proposed Climate Lens tool for assessing greenhouse gas impacts of municipal decisions. The committee will also discuss reports on community greenhouse gas inventory upgrades and next steps for the Climate Action Plan.
- Presentation on Ontario's Blue Box transition to Extended Producer Responsibility, with Lanark County municipalities transitioning between July 1, 2023 and June 1, 2025
- Presentation on a Climate Lens model to estimate GHG impact of municipal decisions
- Discussion report on Community Milestone 1 Inventory Upgrades to improve community GHG emissions inventory
- Discussion report on Climate Action Plan Next Steps
- Communication: Lanark County Housing Corporation Green Initiatives Factsheet
Land Division
The Lanark County Land Division Committee is holding a regular meeting to consider 11 new applications for land severances (new lots and lot additions) across Drummond/North Elmsley, Montague, Beckwith, Mississippi Mills, and Lanark Highlands. Each application will be reviewed in a public hearing, with staff reports and agency comments provided. The committee will also approve minutes and handle routine procedural items.
- B22/029: New residential lot (2.601 ha) for Thomas G Arthur Matheson, Pt Lot 13 & 14 Con 4, Drummond/North Elmsley, with conditions including a development agreement for municipal drain obligations.
- B22/017 & B22/018: New lots for Dirk Safioles and Virginia Peters-Safioles, Pt Lot 19/20 Con 10, Montague, Salter Road.
- B22/023: New lot for Talos Homes Ltd., Pt Lot 28 & 29 Con 5, Montague, Sturgess Road.
- B21/097-B21/102: Six new lots for 2726147 Ontario Inc., Pt Lot 11 Con 9, Drummond/North Elmsley, Prestonvale Road and Drummond Concession 9A.
- B22/001-B22/005: Five new lots for 2427450 Ontario Inc., Plan 6262 Lots 11 & 12, Almonte, Mississippi Mills, Adelaide Street.
Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee is meeting to receive verbal updates on several trail projects, including title issues on the K&P Trail, the OVRT workplan, the Glen Tay/Havelock Trail, and updates from the OPP and ATV users. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed beyond approving minutes and receiving reports.
- K&P Trail update on title issues with CAO Kurt Greaves and Mary Foss
- OVRT workplan presented by Jonathan Allen
- OVRT/Transcanada Trail update by Kurt Greaves
- Glen Tay/Havelock Trail update by Brian Stewart
- OPP update by Sgt. B. Newell and Sgt. R. Croft
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees, including a request for a three-year extension of draft plan approval for the Coleman Street Subdivision in Carleton Place, and a proposal to close and sell a portion of former County Road 43 in Montague Township. Council will also vote on by-laws to appoint a Deputy Clerk and delegate consent authority to staff, along with a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Three-year extension of draft plan approval for Coleman Street Subdivision (NuGlobe Subdivision), File No. 09-T-12002, in Carleton Place
- Close and sell portion of former County Road 43 (Part 2 of Plan 27R-11827) to Township of Montague for $1; sell Part 1 by public tender
- By-Law 2022-22: appoint Megan Beson as Deputy Clerk
- By-Law 2022-23: delegate authority to grant consents and validation certificates to County Planner
- Award contract for Hydrogeological Peer Review Studies to BluMetric Environmental and Jp2G Consultants Inc.
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is deciding on several items, including approving the 2021 Housing and Homelessness Report, recommending a contract award to KPMG for a Lanark Lodge departmental review, and approving the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) application package and related policies. The committee will also receive information on a resolution about rural school funding and a letter from the Lanark County Community Action Network expressing concerns about social housing maintenance.
- Approve 2021 Housing and Homelessness Report (waitlist 713, 752 total units, $309,143 spent helping 642 people)
- Recommend awarding Lanark Lodge Business Office Departmental Review contract to KPMG LLP
- Approve CWELCC Application Package and related funding and workforce compensation policies
- Receive Community Schools Alliance resolution urging province to increase Rural and Northern Education Fund to $50 million
- Receive LCCAN letter questioning maintenance of social housing stock, citing Joseph Edward Pattie sale
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will consider several items, including a request from the Township of Montague for the County to take over the Part 8 Septic Permit Program from the Health Unit, a review of council compensation, and a proposed First Nations land acknowledgement policy. The committee will also receive communications and updates, including resolutions supporting Ukraine and Russian sanctions. Most items are for information or direction, with only the Disconnecting from Work Policy recommended for approval.
- Township of Montague requests County consider taking over Part 8 Septic Permit Program from Health Unit by October 2022
- Council Compensation Review (C-06-2022) seeks direction on salary or scope changes
- First Nations Land Acknowledgement report (DC-01-2022) directs staff to develop a policy
- Disconnecting from Work Policy (HR-04-2022) recommended for approval effective June 2022
- Communications include resolutions from Espanola, Thorold, and Gravenhurst supporting Russian sanctions
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider approving a one-year extension of draft plan approval for the Mississippi Shores Subdivision in Carleton Place, as requested by developer Cavanagh Developments. The council will also adopt reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services committees, and pass by-laws amending regulations for off-road vehicles and the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail.
- One-year extension of draft plan approval for Mississippi Shores Subdivision (File 09-T-17001), lands in Beckwith/Carleton Place, fee $850
- Bylaw 2022-19: amendment to regulate all-terrain and off-road vehicles on county highways
- Bylaw 2022-20: amendment to regulate use of Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (former CP Rail Corridor)
- Adoption of Community Services Committee report (includes child care, health unit updates)
- Adoption of Corporate Services Committee report (includes COVID-19 vaccination policy revision, fire dispatch RFP results)
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee will consider several planning and development items, including a request for a three-year extension of draft plan approval for the Coleman Street (NuGlobe) Subdivision in Carleton Place, a bylaw to delegate consent authority to the County Planner, and the results of a hydrogeologic peer review RFP. It will also receive communications on wind turbine setbacks and Bill 109 responses, along with routine reports and verbal updates from sub-committees.
- Request from Cavanagh Developments for 3-year extension of draft plan approval for Coleman Street Subdivision (File No. 09-T-12002), Part Lot 12 Concession 11, Beckwith, now in Carleton Place
- Draft bylaw to delegate authority to grant consents to the County Planner (PD-18-2022)
- Authorization to award hydrogeological peer review contract to BluMetric Environmental and Jp2G Consultants Inc (C-04-2022)
- Communication from Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group recommending 2000m setbacks from noise receptors and 1200m from lot lines
- Communication from Township of Cramahe objecting to parts of Bill 109, More Homes for Everyone Act
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed closure and sale of portions of former County Road 43, with a recommendation to convey Part 2 to the Township of Montague for $1 and sell Part 1 by public tender. The committee will also receive updates on the 2022 vegetation management plan, construction projects, and climate action tables. The agenda includes a confidential report on reserve pricing for the Rainbow Valley Drive sale.
- Public hearing to close and sell former County Road 43, Part 2 to Montague Township for $1, Part 1 by public tender
- Vegetation management update: hand control on 332 km, spot spraying 147 km, no boom spraying in 2022
- 2022 Construction Update report received for information
- Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables review and feedback
- Confidential report on Rainbow Valley Drive reserve pricing for surplus land sale
Climate Action Committee
The Lanark County Climate Action Committee will hear a delegation on wetlands and nature-based climate solutions, then review and discuss the Corporate and Community Climate Action Tables, which outline potential actions, costs, and responsibilities. The committee will consider sending both tables to the Public Works Committee for feedback. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving communications.
- Delegation on Wetlands and NBCS by Gord Harrison, Climate Network Lanark
- Corporate Climate Action Table includes new actions: EV charging stations at county buildings, optimize heating/cooling, climate lens tool, climate impact section in Council reports
- Community Climate Action Table includes actions on electric vehicles, green building standards, and waste programs
- Both tables to be brought to Public Works Committee for feedback
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will consider revisions to the county's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and receive results of the Fire Communications and Dispatch RFP, directing staff to develop a contract for council consideration. The committee will also receive communications, including a resolution on joint and several liability from the Township of Alnwick Haldimand and MPAC's 2021 year-end financial statements, along with verbal updates from the Warden, CAO, and councillors.
- COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Revision - staff recommended changes
- Fire Communications and Dispatch RFP results - staff directed to develop contract
- Joint and Several Liability Resolution from Township of Alnwick Haldimand
- MPAC 2021 Year End Financial Statements (received as information)
- Delegation requests from Association of Municipalities of Ontario
County Council
Lanark County Council will decide between proceeding with natural gas boilers or adding air source heat pumps for heating retrofits at three Lanark County Housing buildings. The agenda also includes adopting committee reports, a new procedural bylaw, and a proclamation for Paramedic Services Week. The heating retrofit decision involves significant cost differences and environmental considerations.
- Heating retrofit options for LCHC buildings at 176 Robert St (Almonte), 16 Herriott St (Perth), 195 Carss Ave (Smiths Falls): natural gas boilers ($727,000 available) vs. air source heat pumps with gas backup (projected $1,396,000, requiring $691,000 additional)
- By-Law 2022-17: Procedural Bylaw for council and committee meetings
- Proclamation of Paramedic Services Week, May 22-28, 2022
- Draft plan approval for Mill Valley Living Subdivision in Mississippi Mills (File 09-T-21005)
- Amendment to By-law 2015-30 to allow off-road vehicles on County Road 7B (Townline Road) in Carleton Place
Community Services
The Community Services Committee will receive presentations and reports, including a delegation from the Lanark Child and Youth Advocacy Centre and an update on the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. The committee will also receive correspondence from the Ontario Solicitor General regarding the community safety and well-being plan. Most items are for information only, with no decisions expected.
- Delegation from Lanark Child and Youth Advocacy Centre (LCYAC) on services for child abuse victims
- Report on Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement: $3,510,776 in 2022 funding for Lanark County
- Child care fee reductions: up to 25% retroactive to April 1, 2022, targeting $10/day by 2025
- Correspondence from Ontario Solicitor General commending Lanark County's community safety and well-being plan
- Verbal updates from Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association
Land Division
The Land Division Committee will hold a public hearing to consider three new applications for consent to create new lots in Tay Valley Township and Mississippi Mills. The committee will also approve minutes from its April 12, 2022 meeting and address any deferred or confidential items. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are scheduled for public hearing.
- B22/009: Marie-Andree Ferry and Greg Collinson, new lot, Part Lot 16, Concession 3, North Burgess (Tay Valley), Miner's Point Road
- B21/191: Jessica ter Haar, new lot, Part Lot 14, Concession 8, South Sherbrooke (Tay Valley), Cohen Way
- B21/212 and B21/213: Diane Sheets, Part Lot 9 and 10, Concession 5, Ramsay (Mississippi Mills), Rae Road
- Public hearing via Zoom at 9:00 a.m., May 10, 2022
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider adopting the 2022 tax ratios and tax rates for local municipalities, along with several proclamations and routine reports. The agenda includes a confidential discussion on the Social Services Relief Fund Phase 5 Investment Plan. Council will also vote on adopting reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services committees.
- By-Law 2022-14: Set Tax Ratios for 2022
- By-Law 2022-15: Tax Rates Levied to Local Municipalities
- Proclamation of June 2022 as Pride Month and display of Progress Pride Flag
- Proclamation of May 5, 2022 as World Pulmonary Hypertension Day
- Proclamation of May 2022 as Museum Month
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee will hear updates from the Eastern Ontario Regional Network on its cell gap project and from Valley Heartland on the Lanark County Economic Development Action Plan. The committee will also consider approving a draft plan for the Mill Valley Living Subdivision in Mississippi Mills and a request for Bottle Lake trail access. Several reports and communications will be received as information.
- EORN Cell Gap Project: ~300 existing sites upgraded, ~265 new towers built by 2025; Lanark County contributed $581,851
- Mill Valley Living Subdivision draft plan approval recommended (File No. 09-T-21005, Mississippi Mills)
- Bottle Lake Trail Access Request: invite Lanark Fish & Game Club to Forestry Sub-Committee
- Federal Budget 2022: Trans Canada Trail funding renewed
- More Homes for Everything Act Resolution from Township of Mulmur
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will consider two main items: a request to amend the off-road vehicle bylaw to allow ATVs on Townline Road in Carleton Place, and a report on the aging Blakeney Bridge recommending inspections, an environmental assessment, and exploring transferring the bridge out of county jurisdiction. The committee will also receive a communication from Climate Network Lanark urging the county to pause a housing heating retrofit RFP and analyze greener alternatives.
- Amend By-law 2015-30 to allow off-road vehicles on County Road 7B (Townline Road) from OVRT to County Road 29
- Authorize enhanced inspection and load posting review of Blakeney Bridge in 2022
- Proceed with RFP for Environmental Assessment and Transportation Needs Study for Blakeney Bridge in 2023
- Investigate options to vest Blakeney Bridge from County jurisdiction
- Receive communication from Climate Network Lanark requesting pause of RFP 2022-06 for housing heating retrofit
Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss updates on trail projects, including legal access across trails, a new trails map, and reports from various user groups. They will also consider approving the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting.
- Legal access options for residential crossings over OVRT and Tay-Havelock Trails, with estimated legal fees ranging from $500 to $1,500
- Trails map update with a 2022 budget of $10,000 for a brochure design
- OVRT update and K&P Trail update
- Glen Tay/Havelock Trail update
- OPP, ATV, and snowmobile club updates
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will discuss how to set a community greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction target, including whether to use a top-down or bottom-up approach, and will review the Priority Climate Action Table. The committee will also receive communications from Earth Day Canada. No final decisions are expected; staff will bring forward reports at future meetings.
- Discussion of setting a community GHG reduction target, with PCP recommending 45% reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050
- Review of Priority Climate Action Table with 44 actions (22 primary, 22 secondary) for community climate action plan
- Communication from Earth Day Canada about Municipalities Mobilizing campaign for Earth Day 2022
- Petition from Climate Network Lanark with over 500 signatures calling for 50% GHG reduction by 2030
Community Services
Lanark County's Community Services Committee will consider approving a $3,670,000 contract to Carebridge Community Support for 28 affordable housing units at 44 Chambers Street, Smiths Falls, funded by a 40-year forgivable loan from Lanark County Housing Corporation reserves. The committee will also allocate $1,505,900 in Homelessness Prevention Program funding for 2022-23 and discuss a Phase 2 solar panel installation for county housing. Other items include receiving communications on housing strategy and resolutions, plus a proclamation of June as Pride Month.
- Contract award for RFP-2022-01: $3,670,000 to Carebridge for 28 units at 44 Chambers Street, Smiths Falls
- Homelessness Prevention Program 2022-23 funding allocation of $1,505,900
- Phase 2 solar panel installation at 7 Arthur, Carleton Place and 77 Harvey, Perth
- Communications on Community Housing Renewal Strategy and renovictions resolution
- Proclamation of June 2022 as Pride Month in Lanark County
County Council
Lanark County Council is meeting to adopt reports from several committees, including economic development, public works, community services, and the striking committee. Key items include a $136,650 road maintenance contract, a report on municipal tools for affordable housing, and a notification about avian flu. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being routine approvals.
- Award contract for guide rail maintenance to Crains' Construction Limited for $136,650 plus HST
- Adopt report on municipal tools to support affordable housing
- Declare portion of former County Road 43 (Highway 43) surplus and sell
- Approve one-year extension for King's Creek Subdivision draft plan
- Commit $3,000 annually for Lanark County Museums Network
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will receive reports on paramedic services, taxation policy, and a procedural bylaw update, and will consider setting 2022 tax ratios for various property classes. The committee will also receive communications from the province and other municipalities, and updates from the CAO and wardens' caucus.
- Set 2022 tax ratios: Residential 1.0, Commercial 1.842928, Industrial 2.531635, Farm/Forest 0.25, etc.
- Receive Lanark County Paramedic Services 2021 Year End Activity Report.
- Approve draft Procedural Bylaw amendments for hybrid participation and authorize notice for May 11 adoption.
- Receive Integrity Commissioner annual report (no complaints in 2021; $423.75 in advice costs).
- Receive communications on provincial housing consultation and ending emergency orders.
Land Division
The Lanark County Land Division Committee will hold a public hearing via Zoom to consider 14 applications for land division, including lot additions, new lots, and easements across several municipalities. One application (B21/021) has been removed from the agenda because final comments from the Town of Perth were not received. The committee will review staff reports and decide whether to grant provisional consent for each application.
- B21/204: Lot addition of 0.004 ha to 3282 Lavant Mill Road, Lanark Highlands
- B21/171: New lot on Bowland Road, Mississippi Mills
- B21/152: Lot addition on Scotch Corners Road, Beckwith
- B21/141: New lot on King's Creek Road, Beckwith
- B21/021: Removed from agenda (lot addition, Harris Street, Perth)
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a report on municipal tools to support affordable housing. The report, prepared by consultants, identifies housing gaps and recommends 44 actions across policy, funding, partnerships, and advocacy. The committee will vote on adopting the report and directing staff to circulate it to member municipalities and bring forward implementation information.
- Adopt report 'Municipal Tools to Support Affordable Housing'
- Direct staff to circulate final report to member municipalities
- Direct staff to bring forward implementation information
- Report recommends 44 actions, including an Affordable Housing Fund and rental retention policy
- Survey found 94.2% of respondents believe rental housing is insufficient
Striking Committee
The Lanark County Striking Committee will meet to consider expressions of interest for open committee positions, including the Community Safety and Well Being Committee, Lanark Immigration Partnership, and Planning Working Group. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 23rd meeting and routine procedural items.
- Expressions of interest for Community Safety and Well Being Committee (1 appointee): B. Dobson, S. Mousseau
- Expressions of interest for Lanark Immigration Partnership (1 appointee): B. Dobson, K. Van Der Meer
- Expressions of interest for Planning Working Group (3 appointees): B. Crampton, B. Dobson, R. Kidd, C. Lowry, R. Scissons
- Approval of minutes from March 23rd, 2022 meeting
Economic Development
The Lanark County Economic Development Committee will hear delegations on improving public access to Bottle Lake via a community forest trail and on the Lanark County Museums Network. Members will also vote on a one-year extension for the King's Creek Subdivision, a public meeting for Official Plan Amendment No. 10, and endorsement of the 2022 Tourism Action Plan with budget reallocation. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and communications.
- Delegation: Bottle Lake Community Forest trail and parking proposal by Lanark and District Fish and Game Conservation Club
- Delegation: Lanark County Museums Network video presentation by John Gemmell
- PD11-2022: One-year extension request for draft plan approval of Block 68, King's Creek Subdivision, Beckwith
- PD10-2022: Public meeting for Amendment No. 10 to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan
- T01-2022: Endorsement of 2022 Tourism Action Plan and budget reallocation
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will consider four reports: taking the Mayors' Monarch Pledge, awarding a $136,650 guide rail maintenance contract, updating the traffic calming policy, and declaring a portion of former County Road 43 surplus for sale. The committee will vote on recommendations to County Council, including holding a public hearing on the road closing.
- Recommend awarding contract to Crains' Construction Limited for $136,650 plus HST for guide rail maintenance
- Warden to take Mayors' Monarch Pledge for 2022, committing to 11 actions
- Traffic calming policy update: consultant Paradigm Transportation Solutions Ltd. selected
- Declare portion of former County Road 43 (PIN 0526-30179) surplus; Part 1 to be auctioned, Part 2 conveyed to Township of Montague
- Public hearing on road closing scheduled for April 20, 2022
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider adopting reports from the Community Services, Corporate Services, and Striking Committees, and vote on By-Law 2022-11 to delegate authority to the CAO during the post-election 'lame duck' period. The agenda also includes a confidential update on the vaccination policy and routine procedural items.
- By-Law 2022-11: Delegation of Authority to CAO for actions over $50,000 during lame duck period
- Community Services: $40,000 software conversion for housing services funded by Municipal Modernization Fund
- Corporate Services: delegation of authority for restricted acts and procedural bylaw update on electronic participation
- Striking Committee: direction on inaugural meeting process, community grants program, and Planning Working Group
- Confidential report: Vaccination Policy Update
Climate Action Committee
The Lanark County Climate Action Committee will prioritize climate actions for six guiding principles: eliminating fossil fuels, maximizing energy efficiencies and renewable energy, reducing waste, creating a climate-conscious culture, increasing funding/accessibility/education, and sequestering carbon. The committee will use a prioritization worksheet with five criteria (A-E) to mark actions as priorities. The agenda also includes approving minutes from three prior meetings and receiving information about federal zero-emission vehicle infrastructure funding.
- Prioritization of climate actions for six guiding principles (e.g., Eliminate Fossil Fuels, Maximize energy efficiencies, Reduce waste)
- Discussion of federal Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program funding
- Approval of minutes from Dec 13, 2021, Jan 17, 2022, and Feb 22, 2022 meetings
- Special meeting scheduled for April 4, 2022
Striking Committee
The Striking Committee will provide direction on the inaugural meeting process and the Community Grants Program, endorse the Planning Working Group Terms of Reference, and nominate members to the Working Group and the Local Immigration Partnership. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from December 16, 2021, and routine administrative items.
- Direction on inaugural meeting process for Warden and Committee Chair elections
- Direction on Community Grants Program, including criteria and grant amounts
- Endorsement of Planning Working Group Terms of Reference and nomination of four members
- Nomination to the Local Immigration Partnership (name left blank)
- Approval of minutes from December 16, 2021
County Council
Lanark County Council is meeting to consider reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees. Key items include designating sections of the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail, awarding a $364,376 pavement marking contract, and consolidating traffic bylaws. The meeting will also address public attendance at council meetings and confirm proceedings via bylaw.
- Designate OVRT sections in Almonte and Carleton Place as 'Accessible Recreational Trail' and remainder as 'Wilderness Trail'
- Award contract to Trillium Pavement Markings for water-based traffic paint at $364,376 plus HST
- Approve condominium exemption for 65, 73, and 75 Mill Street, Mississippi Mills
- Consolidate bylaws for speed zones, stop/yield signs, parking, and traffic restrictions on county roads
- Hold public meeting March 23, 2022 for Official Plan Amendment No. 10
Community Services
The Community Services Committee will consider approving a change to Arcori software for property management and rent-geared-to-income (RGI) waitlist management, with the $40,000 implementation cost covered by the Municipal Modernization Fund. The committee will also receive updates from the health unit and transportation association, and review a communication from the Ministry on social assistance renewal.
- Authorize change to Arcori for property management and RGI waitlist software, $40,000 from Municipal Modernization Fund
- Receive Social Assistance Renewal Highlights from Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
- Receive Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit update
- Receive Lanark Transportation Association update
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will discuss delegating authority to the CAO for restricted acts during a possible lame duck period, including property dispositions, hiring/dismissals, and expenditures over $50,000. They will also review a proposal to add an ambulance for additional paramedic capacity, an update on collective bargaining, and a procedural bylaw update for electronic participation. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and consent reports.
- Proposal to delegate authority to CAO for property dispositions, employee hiring/dismissal, and expenditures over $50,000 during lame duck period
- Report #2022-01: Further Enhancement Proposal for an additional 12-hour/day ambulance at Carleton Place, with full-year cost of $562,000 in 2023
- Report #C02-2022: Procedural Bylaw update for electronic participation
- Confidential report on collective bargaining/contract negotiations
- Council and Land Division 2021 remuneration and expenses summary totaling $478,110 for Council and $9,934 for Land Division
Land Division
The Lanark County Land Division Committee will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider 12 consent applications, mostly for new residential lots and lot additions across Mississippi Mills, Drummond/North Elmsley, Beckwith, Lanark Highlands, Pakenham, and Montague. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and disclosure of interests, but the main business is the public hearing for these applications.
- B21/176 Twin Elm Farms: new 1.3-ha residential lot with existing dwelling and barn, retaining 55.5-ha agricultural holding, Mississippi Mills
- B21/155 William and Shirley Lipski: new lot, Drummond/North Elmsley
- B21/147 Jerry and Mona Pepper: lot addition, Beckwith
- B21/175 Thomas and Suzanne Quinn: new lot, Lanark Highlands
- B21/174 Kenneth Darwin Ziebarth: new lot, Mississippi Mills
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider adopting the Second Reports from the Community Services and Corporate Services Committees, which include funding allocations for homelessness prevention and housing initiatives, as well as policy updates. The agenda also includes a request to record an Economic Development Committee meeting and a declaration of compliance for Lanark Lodge long-term care.
- Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative funding of $1,307,907 for 2022-23
- COCHI housing funding of $430,845 and OPHI funding of $395,000 for 2022-23
- RFP for capital funding for rent-geared-to-income and affordable housing
- Work From Home Policy implementation recommendation
- Hiring of Relatives Policy update effective February 23, 2022
Economic Development
The Lanark County Economic Development Committee will consider several planning and trail items, including designating wilderness and accessible sections along the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT), approving a condominium exemption for properties on Mill Street in Mississippi Mills, and receiving an information report on consent approval processes. The committee will also hear a delegation from the Local Immigration Partnership and receive communications, including a comment on a previous OVRT presentation.
- Recommendation to add OVRT designated wilderness and accessible sections to By-Law 2018-42
- Application for condominium exemption by Stephen Brathwaite for 65, 73, and 75 Mill Street, Mississippi Mills (File No. 09-CD-21002)
- Direction to staff to examine delegating authority to County Planner for undisputed consent applications
- Public meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022 on Sustainable Communities Official Plan Amendment No. 10
- Delegation from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will consider awarding 11 construction contracts totaling $9,245,790 for road rehabilitation and related work, recommend consolidated traffic bylaws, and review a $364,376 pavement marking contract. It will also receive a report on a home energy retrofit program and a resolution supporting more rural infrastructure funding.
- Recommend awarding 11 road construction contracts totaling $9,245,790, including CR6 (Christie Lake Rd) at $1,201,432 and CR43 (Highway 43) at $1,875,284.
- Recommend awarding Contract #PW-M-32-2022-22-E2 for water-based traffic paint to Trillium Pavement Markings at $364,376 plus HST.
- Recommend approving consolidated bylaws for speed zones, stop/yield signs, through highways, parking, and traffic restrictions on county roads.
- Receive report on Home Energy Retrofit Program.
- Receive resolution from Township of Puslinch supporting more federal/provincial funding for rural bridge and culvert replacements.
Climate Action Committee
The Lanark County Climate Action Committee is meeting to review and discuss the prioritization of climate actions for the county's Climate Action Plan. The agenda includes receiving reports on the Prioritization Workshop Review and the Climate Action Shortlist, as well as a long list of potential climate actions. The committee will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and receiving communications as information.
- Review of Prioritization Workshop Report from February 7, 2022, led by Greenscale Inc.
- Climate Action Shortlist Report by Climate Environmental Coordinator M. Vala
- Climate Action Long List (Feb 15) with items like EV fleet upgrades, solar installations, and energy retrofit programs
- Proposed motion to receive communications, including the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan, as information
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider adopting reports from the Economic Development and Public Works committees, and vote on by-laws to stop up, close, and sell portions of former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road) and County Road 36 (Elphin Maberly Road) to abutting owners for $1 each. The agenda also includes discussion of moving to in-person meetings amid COVID-19 and routine procedural items like approving minutes and confirming proceedings.
- By-Law 2022-06: Stop up, close, and sell part of former County Road 12 (McDonalds Corners Road), Part of Lot 9, Concession 9, Lanark Highlands, Parts 4 and 7, Plan 27R-11747, for $1
- By-Law 2022-07: Stop up, close, and sell part of former County Road 36 (Elphin Maberly Road), Part of Lot 14, Concession 3, Lanark Highlands, Parts 2 and 4, Plan 27R-11777, for $1
- Adoption of Economic Development Committee report including condominium exemption for 516 Christie Lake Road, Tay Valley, and support for Tay River Pathway extension and Community Fibre equipment on OVRT
- Adoption of Public Works Committee report including referral of pedestrian safety report for Blakeney to staff for traffic calming solutions
- New business: COVID-19 - moving to in-person meetings
Community Services
The Community Services Committee will decide on allocating $1,307,907 in provincial homelessness prevention funding and $825,845 in federal-provincial housing funds for 2022-23. They will also consider directing staff to issue a request for proposals for capital funding to build affordable housing units.
- CHPI funding of $1,307,907 allocated across shelter, housing supports, prevention, and administration
- COCHI funding of $430,845 distributed per unit among housing providers
- OPHI funding of $395,000 for homeownership, renovations, and support services
- Direct staff to issue RFP for capital funding for rent-geared-to-income and affordable housing
- Receive updates from Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Committee will consider making the Work From Home Policy permanent and approving an update to the Hiring of Relatives Policy. It will also receive consent reports on short-term investment accounts with CIBC Wood Gundy and BMO Nesbitt Burns, and hear verbal updates from the Warden, CAO, and committee chairs.
- Recommendation to implement Work From Home Policy on a permanent basis
- Update to Hiring of Relatives Policy, effective February 23, 2022
- Consent reports on Short Term Investments Accounts with CIBC Wood Gundy and BMO Nesbitt Burns
- BMO Nesbitt Burns portfolio valued at $9,794,700 as of Dec 31, 2021
- Verbal updates from Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, CAO, AMO Rural Caucus, and ROMA
Land Division
The Lanark County Land Division Committee will hold a regular meeting and virtual public hearing to consider four consent applications for new lots and lot additions in Beckwith, Montague, and Drummond/North Elmsley townships. The agenda includes staff reports and agency comments for each application, with decisions to be made after the public hearing. No written public submissions were received for the applications listed.
- B21/150 & B21/151: Two new residential lots (0.81 ha each) at Pt. Lot 11, Concession 8, Beckwith, 9th Line Beckwith
- B21/134: Lot addition at Pt. Lot 22, Concession 5, Montague, Nolan's Road
- B21/032: Lot addition at Pt. Lots 3 & 4, Concession 6, Drummond/North Elmsley, Highway 43
- B21/071: New lot at Pt. Lot 19, Concession 8, Montague, Rosedale Rd N (deferred application)
County Council
Lanark County Council will consider several items at its January 26, 2022 meeting, including a report on the Cabinscape affordable housing project and a motion to direct staff to proceed with a Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) funding application for it. Council will also vote on appointing a new County Clerk, adopting three official plan amendments for Tay Valley and Montague townships, and approving a kilometre reimbursement rate change. The meeting is open to the public virtually only.
- Motion to direct staff to proceed with FCM funding application for Cabinscape affordable housing project (Project Sinkhouse)
- By-Law 2022-01: Appointment of Jasmin Ralph as County Clerk effective February 1, 2022
- By-Law 2022-02: Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 5 for Tay Valley Township (Farren Lake shoreline)
- By-Law 2022-03: Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 6 for Tay Valley Township (Adam Lake shoreline)
- By-Law 2022-04: Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 3 for Township of Montague (secondary dwelling units)
Public Works
The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing on the proposed closing and sale of portions of former County Road 12 and County Road 36 to abutting property owners for $1 each. The committee will also hear a delegation on pedestrian safety in Blakeney, receive a communication congratulating an employee on certification, and accept reports on a Sustainable Kingston award and a Lanark County innovation award.
- Public hearing to close and sell part of former County Road 12 (Lot 9, Concession 9, Dalhousie, Lanark Highlands) for $1
- Public hearing to close and sell part of former County Road 36 (Lot 14, Concession 3, North Sherbrooke, Lanark Highlands) for $1
- Delegation on pedestrian safety in Blakeney, citing unsafe speeds on Highway 29 and Martin St. (County Rd 17)
- Report #PW-01-2022: Lanark County received the 2021 Sustainable Kingston Innovation Award
- Communication: AORS congratulates Darren Umpherson on Certified Road Supervisor certification
Economic Development
The Economic Development Committee will receive reports and discuss several items, including a recommendation from the RVCA to withdraw hydrogeological review services for Lanark County municipalities, a proposed official plan amendment for Montague, a condominium exemption application, and updates on trails and other sub-committees. The committee will also consider a request to extend the Tay River Pathway and approve in principle Community Fibre's request to install equipment on the OVRT.
- RVCA recommends withdrawing hydrogeology review services for Lanark County and several municipalities
- Township of Montague Official Plan Amendment 2020-2021 review
- Common Elements Condominium Exemption Application - 516 Christie Lake Road, Tay Valley Township
- Request to extend Tay River Pathway across County property
- Community Fibre request to install buried copper ethernet, poles, and radio equipment on OVRT
Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee
The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss trail-related matters, including presentations on the Tay River Pathway Expansion and installation of equipment for the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT). They will also receive reports on OVRT dust suppression and speed reduction, the Lanark Residents for Safe Trails report, and updates on the K&P Trail, Glen Tay/Havelock Trail, OPP, ATV, and snowmobile clubs.
- Tay River Pathway Expansion presentation by Shawn Baillon, Town of Perth
- Installation of equipment for OVRT, presented by Ben Lahaise
- OVRT dust suppression and speed reduction strategies report
- Lanark Residents for Safe Trails Report accepted as information and sent to Trails Committee
- Updates on K&P Trail, Glen Tay/Havelock Trail, OPP, ATV, and snowmobile clubs
Land Division
The Lanark County Land Division Committee will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider ten applications for consent to sever land, including nine new applications and one deferred application. The applications propose creating new residential lots and lot additions across several townships. The committee will also discuss recent changes to the Planning Act.
- B21/165 & B21/166 (McIntosh): two new lots, Part Lot 19, Concession 9, Drummond/North Elmsley
- B21/071 (Sherrard): new lot, Part Lot 19, Concession 8, Montague, Rosedale Road
- B21/072 (Briggs): lot addition, Part Lot 21, Concession 3, Tay Valley, Christie Lake Lane
- B21/059 & B21/060 (Malkov): two new lots, Part Lot E 8, Concession 6, Mississippi Mills, Ramsay Concession 7A
- B21/103 & B21/104 (Budd): deferred application, two new lots, Part Lot 4, Concession 10, Montague, Beckwith Boundary Road
Climate Action Committee
The Lanark County Climate Action Committee will receive reports on a home energy retrofit program and a climate action long list, and hear presentations on net-zero community projects. The committee is deciding whether to accept these reports as information and discussing how to prioritize climate actions.
- Presentation on Watercolour Westport Net Zero Community by Stephen Rolston & Kevin Rankin
- Presentation on The Whitby Green Standard by Jade Schofield
- Home Energy Retrofit Report: Lanark County to be test user for FCM's user guide; housing stock data shows potential for GHG reductions
- Climate Action Long List Report: discussion on guiding principles for prioritization, including eliminating fossil fuels and maximizing energy efficiencies
- Discussion on Sustainable Kingston Award
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing three reports: new long-term care legislation affecting Lanark Lodge, a proposed partnership with Cabinscape to build two carbon-negative tiny homes for affordable housing on a Perth lot, and an update on the Arthur Street development. The committee will also receive updates from the health unit and transportation association. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a thank-you letter from a grants recipient.
- Proposed partnership with Cabinscape to build two carbon-negative tiny homes for affordable housing, with a direct county cost of $94,600 ($47,300 per unit) on a vacant LCHC lot on Robinson Street, Perth
- Report on Bill 37, Fixing Long Term Care Act 2021, which sets direct care targets rising to 4 hours per resident per day by March 31, 2025, and doubles fines for offences
- Arthur Street development update: occupancy received, initial tenants moving in this week, landscaping to finish in spring
- Thank-you letter from Heart to Heart Quilts Lanark County for a $2,000 Community Grants Program award
- Verbal updates from Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and Lanark Transportation Association
Corporate Services
Lanark County's Corporate Services Committee will consider raising the employee and councillor kilometre reimbursement rate to $0.55/km for Feb 1, 2022 to Jan 31, 2023, matching the lower federal rate. It will also decide whether to grant the Think Local campaign formal permission to use the County leaf logo and font, and will move in camera to discuss a confidential County IT Service Agreement.
- Kilometre reimbursement rate increase to $0.55/km effective Feb 1, 2022
- Request from Think Local campaign to use County leaf logo and font
- Confidential discussion on County IT Service Agreement
- Verbal updates from Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus, CAO, AMO Rural Caucus, ROMA