Mapleton public meetings in 2023
35 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on a minor variance application for a property at 8614 Wellington Rd 7. The applicant seeks to reduce the interior side yard setback to allow for the construction of a detached garage.
- Application A2023-13: Request to reduce interior side yard setback from 3 m (9.8 ft) to 1.2 m (3.9 ft) for a 162.9 m2 (1754 ft2) detached garage at 8614 Wellington Rd 7
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton is reviewing an engineer's report for the Brandt 'A' and 'D' Drain Improvement 2023. Council is considering a provisional by-law to adopt the report and will notify affected landowners of a Court of Revision on January 16, 2024.
- Provisional By-law 2023-064 for Brandt 'A' and 'D' Drain improvements
- Support for Consent Application B16/23 at 7226 Blind Line with a $355 clearance fee
- Appointment of RLB LLP Chartered Accountants as auditor for a term not exceeding five years
- Request from Heritage Funeral Homes Inc. to reconsider columbarium niche pricing in By-law 2023-058
- Review of Public Works Capital budget 3rd Quarter update
Environment Advisory Committee (EAC)
The Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to confirm previous minutes and review several informational reports. The agenda includes documentation on local power projects, farm pilot programs, and national housing climate impacts.
- Mapleton Power Inc. Community Engagement Plan for a natural gas-fired generator up to 17.5 MW
- Experimental Acres 'Handbook', 'Sample Farm Plans', and '2023 Project Outlines' from Wellington County and Our Food Future
- Task Force for Housing & Climate executive summary regarding GHG emissions from 5.8 million new homes
- Confirmation of September 20, 2023, meeting minutes
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider the adoption of a three-year operating budget and a ten-year capital forecast. The meeting includes delegations regarding planning fees, an official plan review, and a request to reconsider columbarium niche pricing.
- Adoption of Operating Budget 2024-2026 and Capital Budget 2024-2033 (By-law 2023-062)
- Proposed municipal support for Mapleton Power Inc.'s Long-Term Reliability Project
- By-law 2023-061 imposing special annual drainage rates for Bauman and Bowman properties
- Review of Building and Planning Application Fees results by Hemson Consulting
- Request from Heritage Funeral Homes Inc. to reconsider columbarium niche pricing in By-law 2023-058
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council will discuss the 2024-2026 budget draft and a proposed 2% dedicated fire levy. The body is also considering a new system for setting Mayor and Councillor salaries based on county averages and CPI adjustments.
- Proposed 2% dedicated levy for Mapleton Fire Department starting in 2024
- Tile loan application for Maryborough Con 8 PT Lot 15 in the amount of $50,000
- Five consent applications for land severances (B69/23, B70/23, B73/23, B74/23, B77/23, B85/23)
- Request from Mapleton Preschool for rental fee exemptions at PMD Arena
- Donation of 15 accessible picnic tables from Drayton Kinsmen
Special Council Meeting
Council will meet to discuss the first draft of the 2024-2026 Budget Book and the 2024-2033 Capital Budget. The meeting includes a presentation from the Treasurer and reports from the Finance Department.
- First Draft of Budget Book 2024-2026
- 2024-2033 Capital Budget
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the first draft of the 2024-2026 Budget Book and the 2024-2033 Capital Plan. The meeting includes decisions on municipal fee changes and the sale of surplus road land in Rothsay.
- By-law 2023-058 to establish municipal fees and charges effective January 1, 2024
- Proposal to declare an unopened road allowance in Rothsay (south of Elora Street) as surplus for sale
- Final assumption of infrastructure for Wyndott Subdivision, Phase 1 and Phase 2
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Grand River Conservation Authority
- By-law 2023-057 for infrastructure assumption regarding Registered Plan 61M199
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three applications for minor variances regarding residential construction and lot coverage. The body will decide whether to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve decisions on these requests.
- A2023-09: Request to reduce setbacks from livestock facility and manure storage for a new dwelling at Part of Lots 1, 2 & 3, Concession 9 (Wellington Road 9)
- A2023-11: Request for relief from maximum lot coverage to build a 74 m2 additional residential unit at 8558 Concession 6
- A2023-12: Request to locate a second dwelling further than 61 m from the existing dwelling and reduce setbacks at 8208 Wellington Rd 8
Workshop - Housing Affordability
Council is meeting to discuss the Report of the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force. The session focuses on the report's recommendations for increasing housing supply and density across the province.
- Review of the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force Report (February 8, 2022)
- Discussion of the target to build 1.5 million new homes in 10 years
- Review of recommendations to increase housing density and reduce urban design rules
- Discussion on streamlining the housing approvals process and reducing 'red tape'
- Review of proposed changes to the Ontario Land Tribunal appeals process
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and building department reports. The body is deciding on by-laws to amend the Zoning By-law for properties on Yatton Side Road and for OK Tire.
- By-law 2023-054: Rezoning 6385 Yatton Side Road to allow a barn for horses and buggies and reduced lot frontage
- By-law 2023-055: Zoning amendment for OK Tire
- Planning report for rezoning 7224 & 7226 Blind Line (ZBA2023-07)
- Building Department Report BD2023-10 showing $486,108.62 in year-to-date fees
- Delegation from Duane Martin regarding 7226 Blind Line
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council will discuss a Request for Proposal to find a partner for the financing and construction of water and wastewater assets. The body will also review proposed fees and charges for 2024 and a draft budget adoption calendar for 2024-2026.
- Request for Proposal for water/wastewater asset financing and construction
- Proposed Fees and Charges 2024 (Report FIN2023-22)
- Draft Calendar Guideline for 2024-2026 Budget Adoption
- Proclamation of November as Fall Prevention Month
- Proposed disposition of land (Closed Session)
Environment Advisory Committee (EAC)
The Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a finance report on the township's 2022 energy consumption. The body will also hear a delegation regarding the Experimental Acres Farm Pilot and discuss climate change mitigation and GHG inventories.
- Finance Report FIN2023-21: Energy Consumption Update Report 2017/2022 Comparison
- Delegation from Justine Dainard (Wellington County) regarding the Experimental Acres Farm Pilot
- Discussion of CIMA+ GHG Inventory for the Community presentation
- Review of Wellington County's 'Future Focused 2022 - 2030' climate change mitigation plan
- Information on Drayton's first Net Zero home
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing three applications for minor variances related to agricultural buildings and residential units. Decisions will be made on setbacks for manure storage and barns, as well as lot coverage for an additional residential unit.
- A2023-10: Request for MDS II setback relief for a new manure storage building and barn at 8338 Concession 6
- A2023-11: Request for maximum lot coverage relief for a 74 m2 additional residential unit at 8558 Concession 6
- A2023-12: Request for relief regarding second residence location and MDS I setbacks at 8208 Wellington Rd 8
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss the endorsement of a Fire Master Plan and the purchase of fire rescue equipment. The meeting includes several zoning applications and the potential sale of a surplus road allowance on Nelson Street.
- Endorsement of the Mapleton Fire Master Plan and its 60 recommendations
- Zoning amendment for a cemetery at 109 Ruth Anne Place (ZBA2023-04)
- Zoning amendment for OK Tire at 82 McGivern Street, Moorefield (ZBA2023-08)
- Declaration of surplus and sale of unopened road allowance on Nelson Street, Rothsay
- Approval of By-law 6000-23 to regulate parking on highways and public lots
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council is meeting to discuss updating parking controls and applying for the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund. The body will also consider a noise by-law exemption for the Drayton Fair and a rezoning request for an outdoor rink.
- Proposed replacement of Parking By-law 5000-05 with Draft By-law 6000-23
- Noise by-law exemption request for Drayton Fair (August 11-13, 2023) at 49 Elm Street
- Application for CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund: Large Urban Stream
- Rezoning application ZBA2023-05 for a permanent seasonal ice rink at 7937 Wellington Rd 8
- Appointment of an Interim Fire Chief via By-law 2023-046
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hear a request for a minor variance to allow a roof structure over an existing manure storage area. The proposal seeks relief from side yard setback and minimum distance separation requirements.
- Minor Variance A2023-08: Proposed roof structure at 7443 Wellington Rd 8
- Requested setback reduction from 7m to 2m for MDS II setbacks
- Requested setback reduction from 18.3m to 2.4m for easterly interior side yard
- GRCA review fee of $300.00 for the application
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss rezoning applications for 8033 Wellington Road 86 and 6515 Yatton Sideroad. The body is also considering a shared service agreement for a By-Law Enforcement Officer with the Town of Minto and adopting a 2023-2026 Strategic Plan.
- Rezoning application ZBA2023-09 for 8033 Wellington Road 86
- Rezoning application ZBA2023-03 for Tree Line Plastics at 6515 Yatton Sideroad
- Proposed $50,000 tile loan for property at South Part Lot 6, Concession 2
- Shared Service Agreement for By-Law Enforcement Officer with Town of Minto
- Adoption of updated Development Design Guidelines and Standard Drawings
Environment Advisory Committee (EAC)
The Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to hold a question and answer session with Karen Chisholme, the Wellington County Climate Change & Sustainability Manager. The committee will also discuss documentation provided by the CAO and a proposed brainstorming session on mitigation strategies.
- Question and answer session with Karen Chisholme, Wellington County Climate Change & Sustainability Manager
- Discussion of documentation distributed by CAO Baron on June 15
- Proposed brainstorm session on mitigation strategies regarding emission sectors
- Determination of quarterly meeting dates for 2024-2026
Workshop (Strategic Plan)
Council is meeting to ratify amended pillar names and bylines for the Strategic Plan. The session includes ranking pillar objectives and discussing unadopted ideas, such as a Council Covenant and result reporting.
- Ratification of five amended Pillar Names
- Discussion and ratification of five Pillar Bylines
- Ranking and ratification of Pillar Objectives
- Discussion of 'Unadopted Ideas' including a scorecard for results and a Council Covenant
Environment Advisory Committee (EAC)
The Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to establish its terms of reference and code of conduct. Members will review Mapleton's current environmental status, including greenhouse gas inventories and energy consumption reports. The committee will also discuss future capital projects and the appointment of a chair.
- CIMA+ Green House Gas inventory
- Energy Consumption Report (O.Reg 507/18)
- PCP Membership 5-step milestone framework
- County of Wellington Future Focused Climate Change Mitigation Plan
- Discussion on appointment of Committee Chair
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review requests for zoning relief regarding a new residential dwelling and a livestock facility. The body will also confirm the minutes from the May 10, 2023, meeting.
- Application A2023-06: Request to reduce front yard setback from 6m to 0m for a dwelling at 38 Bonniewood Drive, Drayton
- Application A2023-07: Request to reduce interior side yard setback from 18.3m to 13m for an 8 stall horse barn at 7725 Fourth Line
Regular Council Meeting
Council is deciding on the final 2023 property tax rates and the allocation of a multi-year surplus. The body is also reviewing several land consent applications and zoning requests on Yatton Side Road.
- Approval of 2023 final property tax rates (By-law 2023-040)
- Allocation of $155,358 to Discretionary Environmental Reserve Fund and $519,819 to Capital Reserve
- Approval of a $50,000 Tile Loan for property at East Part Lot 7, West Part Lot 8, Concession 6
- Consent applications for 6362 and 6364 Yatton Side Road, 8599 Concession 6, and others
- Declaration of 41 Adam Brown Street, Moorefield as surplus property
Regular Council Meeting
Council will review three zoning by-law applications and a report on urban expansion requests. The meeting includes the formal adoption of terms of reference and member appointments for the inaugural Environment Advisory Committee.
- Zoning applications for 7449 Wellington Road 86, 7224 and 7226 Blind Line, and 82 McGivern Street
- By-law 2023-034 to permanently close parts of Head Street
- By-law 2023-033 to appoint members to the inaugural Environment Advisory Committee
- Request for Proposal (RFP) to acquire an additional fleet vehicle
- Review of 2022 Treasurer’s Statement for Development Charges Reserve Fund
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review two minor variance applications. These include requests for setback relief to build a liquid manure storage area and a detached garage.
- Application A2023-04: Request for setback relief for a new liquid manure storage area at 7423 Sixth Line
- Application A2023-05: Request for height and side yard setback relief for a 194.5 m2 detached garage at 7410 Wellington Rd 10
- Confirmation of Committee of Adjustment minutes from March 22, 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council will review a consent application for a land severance in Moorefield. The body is also deciding on budget increases for community improvement and the sale of a surplus road allowance in Rothsay.
- Consent Application B20-23 for 25 Booth Street E (Moorefield) including a $1,400 parkland dedication fee
- Proposed budget increase for the 2023 Community Improvement Plan from $20,000 to $30,000
- Declaration of surplus and proposed sale of Head Street road allowance between Catherine and Wellington Streets in Rothsay
- Approval of $250 athletic bursaries
- By-law 2023-031 to appoint an auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
Council will review a proposed $48,800 tile loan for a property in the former Township of Maryborough. The body is also deciding on five by-laws to levy costs for 2022 drain maintenance and adopting revised terms for the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee.
- Proposed $48,800 tile loan for East Lot 4, Concession 2, former Township of Maryborough
- By-laws 2023-025 through 2023-029 to levy 2022 maintenance costs for Peel, Omand, and McLaughlin drains
- Delegation from Donna Powers regarding kennel by-law reviews and CVMA alignment
- Adoption of revised Terms of Reference for the Wellington County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council will discuss a zoning report for 7937 Wellington Road 8 and decide on the appointment of a Deputy Chief Building Official. The body is also considering the permanent closure of several road allowances and a fee-free contract for the Drayton Concession Booth.
- Permanent closure of parts of Alexander Street, Church Street, Napier Street, and Hannah Street (By-law 2023-022)
- Zoning By-law amendment for Rickeen (By-law 2023-021)
- Appointment of Tim Schwartzentruber as Deputy Chief Building Official
- Fee-free contract for Drayton Rotary Club to use the Drayton Concession Booth from May 1 to October 31, 2023
- Discussion of Planning Report ZBA2023-05 for 7937 Wellington Road 8
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing two minor variance applications. One request involves setback relief for a new liquid manure storage area, and the other concerns a rear yard setback for a residential addition.
- Application A2023-02: Request for MDS 2 setback relief for a new liquid manure tank at 7989 Wellington Rd 86
- Application A2023-03: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 6m to 3m for a home addition at 7985 Wellington Rd 86
Regular Council Meeting
Council is deciding on the appointment of Guy W. Giorno as Integrity Commissioner and reviewing amendments to the 2023 Public Works Capital Budget. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning reports and the permanent closure of a road allowance on King Street.
- Appointment of Guy W. Giorno as Integrity Commissioner for a four-year term
- Approval of road resurfacing for Edward Street and postponement of Dales Drive and Sideroad 15 resurfacing
- By-law 2023-019 to permanently close a road allowance known as King Street
- Zoning reports for 7076 Wellington Road 12 (Rickeen Farms Inc.) and 109 Ruth Anne Place
- Review of 2022 Council and Committee Remuneration and Expenses
Regular Council Meeting
Council will review several land consent applications and a zoning by-law amendment. The body is also deciding on a $10,000 contribution for health professional recruitment and an agreement for the Drayton Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades Project.
- Annual $10,000 financial contribution to Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team for recruitment
- By-law 2023-015 for Drayton Sewage Pumping Station Upgrades Project agreement
- Consent Application B10/23 for 7447 and 7423 Sixth Line
- Consent Applications B11/23 & B12/23 for 7404 and 7402 Sixth Line
- Consent Application B16/23 for 7226 Blind Line
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council will discuss a proposed new Cemetery By-law and review planning reports for two properties. The meeting also includes updates on the municipal strategic plan and long-term financial planning strategy.
- Proposed By-law 2023-012 Cemetery to govern township-owned and operated cemeteries
- Planning report ZBA2023-02 for 6499 Wellington Road 11 (T. Schill)
- Planning report ZBA2023-03 for 6515 Yatton Sideroad (Tree Line Plastics)
- Review of the 2022 Public Works Capital Program
- Long-term Financial Planning Strategy Review (Finance Report FIN2023-07)
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Mapleton Council is meeting to approve the 2023 Operating Budget and a 10-year Capital Budget forecast. The body will also consider an interim property tax levy and a temporary borrowing by-law to cover expenditures until taxes are collected.
- Approval of Operating Budget 2023 & Capital Budget 2023-2032 (By-law 2023-010)
- Authorization of temporary borrowing up to $4,729,970 from January 1 to September 30, 2023
- Approval of 2023 Interim Property Tax Levy (By-law 2023-008)
- Approval of 2023 Fees & Charges By-law (By-law 2023-006)
- Request from Heritage Funeral Homes Inc. to reconsider columbarium niche sale prices
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on a minor variance application for a property in Moorefield. The applicant seeks to exceed maximum lot coverage for accessory structures to build a storage building for equipment.
- Application A2023-01: Request to increase maximum accessory structure floor area from 269.4 m2 (2,900 ft2) to 329.7 m2 (3,550 ft2) at 7399 Wellington Rd 10
Regular Council Meeting
Council is meeting to decide on the 2023 Capital Budget and Fees and Charges By-law. The body will also consider speed limit reductions in urban areas and school zones, as well as several zoning by-law amendments.
- Proposed 2023 Capital Budget and Fees and Charges By-law
- By-law 2023-001 to implement speed reductions in urban areas and school zones
- Rezoning application ZBA2021-08 for Glen Allan subdivision 'Boomer Creek'
- Consent Application B149/22 for 44 Wellington St. S (Drayton) including a $1,400 parkland dedication fee
- Zoning by-law amendments for Bauman (Alma) and Lone Pine Pork
Community Budget Workshop
The Township of Mapleton is presenting its 2023 Operating Budget and a Capital Forecast for 2023-2032. The session includes proposed changes to tax levies, user fees, and long-term infrastructure spending.
- Proposed Mapleton Tax Levy increase of 6.96% to $9,459,939
- Proposed residential tax increase of 3.89% ($18.41 per $100,000)
- Proposed 6.58% increase in water and wastewater rates
- 10-year capital expenditure forecast of $80,716,258
- 2023 capital budget allocations including $2,650,992 for roads and sidewalks and $2,198,540 for water and wastewater