Marmora and Lake public meetings in 2023
30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2023-12-19 Council Meeting
The Council will review staff reports regarding the Daylily Festival and a refreshment vehicle license application at 1 McGill Street. Additionally, the Council will discuss potential budget inclusions for Parks and Recreation Shop works and consider a proclamation for National Alzheimer Awareness Month.
- Review of refreshment vehicle licence application at 1 McGill Street
- Discussion of Parks and Recreation Shop update and 2024 budget works
- Delegation by Marmora Crowe Valley Lions Club regarding community hall and park repairs
- Proposed proclamation of January as National Alzheimer Awareness Month
- Staff report on the Daylily Festival on Forsyth Street
2023-11-07 Council Meeting
The Council will discuss borrowing $1,701,591.34 through Infrastructure Ontario to fund heavy equipment acquisitions. Other items include new bylaws for filming and user fees, and a boundary agreement for the Crowe Bridge rehabilitation.
- Bylaw 2023-54: $1,701,591.34 loan for two plow trucks, a landfill compactor, and an excavator
- Bylaw 2023-55: New regulations for filming on municipal premises and roads
- Bylaw 2023-25A: Updated municipal user fees
- Crowe Bridge: Amending agreement for rehabilitation on Vansickle Road
- Notice of Motion: Request for report on accessible outdoor exercise equipment in Memorial Park
2023-10-17 Council Meeting
Council will receive a presentation from Baker Tilly regarding the 2022 Municipal Audit and Financial Statements. Members will also consider a motion to research the cost of installing accessible outdoor exercise equipment in Memorial Park.
- 2022 Municipal Audit & Financial Statements presentation by Baker Tilly
- Motion to research costs for accessible outdoor exercise equipment in Memorial Park
- Proposed municipal office holiday closure from December 22, 2023, to January 1, 2024
- Approval of the 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
- Review of Q3 2023 Staff Quarterly Reports
2023-10-17 Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting will address a proposed rezoning for 358 Malone Road and review several severance applications. Council will also consider recommendations regarding road widening and cash-in-lieu requirements for specific land consents.
- Zoning Amendment 2023-48P: Rezoning 358 Malone Road from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential
- Consent File B95/23: Severance application for Concession 6, Part of Lots 11 and 12
- Consent File B90/23: Severance application for Part of Lot 24, Concession 2; includes $1,200.00 cash-in-lieu requirement
- Consent File B96/23: Severance application for Part of Lot 20, Concession 1; includes $1,200.00 cash-in-lieu requirement
2023-10-03 Council Meeting
The Council will consider several new bylaws regarding waste management and emergency programming. Other items include updates to the Salt Management Plan, a replacement truck purchase, and Booster Park management.
- Bylaw 2023-49: Updated Waste Management Bylaw
- Bylaw 2023-50: Updated Emergency Management Program Bylaw
- Approval of amendments to the 2018 Salt Management Plan
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford F550 replacement 2-ton pickup truck
- Proposal to eliminate 6 transient sites at Booster Park
2023-09-05 Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance to allow the construction of an unheated three-season room. The project requires a setback of 15.96 metres from the Crowe Lake highwater mark, which is less than the required 30 metres.
- Minor Variance MV2023-02: unheated addition at 593 Marble Point Road
- Variance for 15.96 metre setback to Crowe Lake highwater mark
- Approval of March 21, 2023, meeting minutes
2023-09-05 Council Meeting
Council will consider a contract for winter sand supply and a wireless communication installation proposal by Rogers. The meeting also includes decisions on several 2024 event permit applications and road closures.
- Winter sand contract tender from Danford Construction Ltd. at $13.95 per tonne
- Rogers EORN site wireless installation proposal at Crofts Rd. and Twin Sister Lakes Rd.
- 2024 Country Music Jamboree permit application for Marmora Crowe Valley Lions Club
- 2024 50s, 60s and 70s Rock 'n' Roll Music Festival permit application
- Road closure requests for Forsythe Street for Scarecrow Festival and Frolicking on Forsyth
2023-09-05 Planning Meeting
The meeting agenda includes the approval of previous minutes and the consideration of a Committee of Adjustment application. The document also contains minutes from the August 1, 2023, meeting regarding zoning amendments.
- Committee of Adjustment application MV2023-02 for 593 Marble Point Road
2023-08-01 Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting will address two proposed zoning bylaw amendments. One involves rezoning Deloro Road to permit a new dwelling with specific setback requirements, and the other involves rezoning 894 Cordova Road to allow for self-storage buildings.
- Zoning Amendment (Bylaw 2023-40P): Deloro Road rezoning to permit a dwelling with specific setbacks
- Zoning Amendment (Bylaw 2023-41P): 894 Cordova Road rezoning to permit self-storage buildings
- Public meeting for input on proposed zoning amendments
2023-08-01 Council Meeting
The Council will review a report to update the Control of Burning Bylaw and establish new fire department service fees. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on a respectful conduct policy and updated building, plumbing, and sewage system fees.
- Bylaw 2023-39: Updated Control of Burning Bylaw and fire department service fees
- Bylaw 2023-42: Adoption of a Respectful Conduct Policy
- Bylaw 2023-45: Building, Plumbing and Sewage System Bylaw and fee updates
- Request from Marmora Crowe Valley Lions Club to rent Fairgrounds for 2024 Jamboree
- Review of tax cancellation, reduction, or refund requests per Section 357
2023-07-04 Council Meeting
The Council will review several quarterly staff reports and consider a new fire dispatch contract. They will also decide on a library roof tender and a proposal regarding short-term accommodation registration.
- Contract with St. Catharines Fire Dispatch for emergency services
- Decision on mandatory registration for short-term accommodations
- Library roof tender award to ICI Roofing Limited for $92,800.00 plus HST
- Review of Q2 2023 Administration, Bylaw, Environmental, Facilities, Fire, Treasurer, and Transportation reports
2023-07-04 Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee is reviewing a severance application for 725 Deloro Road to create a new 7.9-hectare residential lot. The meeting also includes reviewing staff reports and discussing potential road widening and site entrance requirements.
- Severance application (Consent File B50/23) for 725 Deloro Road
- Proposed $1,200.00 cash in lieu of land payment
- Requirement for road widening as deemed necessary by the Manager of Transportation
- Requirement for a safe site entrance and brush removal along sightlines
2023-06-20 Council Meeting
Council will review several human resources policy updates, including employment bylaws and leaves of absence. The meeting also includes discussions on medical centre apartment upgrades and a mould investigation at the Parks and Recreation Shop.
- Approval of up to $8,000 for Medical Centre South Apartment upgrades
- Discussion of mould investigation and repair vs. demolition for the Parks and Recreation Shop
- Review of Rogers EORN telecommunications tower proposal at 169 Road of Memories
- Recommendation to not license Short Term Rentals at this time
- Proposed change to Planning and Council meeting start times effective September 5, 2023
2023-06-20 Planning Meeting
The Municipality of Marmora and Lake is considering Bylaw Number 2023-34P to rezone a portion of 406 Bronson Road. The change from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential is intended to fulfill a condition of Consent File Number B164/22.
- Proposed rezoning of Part of Lot 25, Concession 10 (406 Bronson Road) from Marginal Agriculture (MA) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Bylaw Number 2023-34P regarding the 406 Bronson Road amendment
- Bylaw Number 2023-35P to confirm the proceedings of the June 20, 2023, meeting
2023-06-06 Council Meeting
The Council will consider updating the Dog Licensing Bylaw to clarify rules for seasonal residents and establish new fines. They will also vote on awarding a contract for a new rubber tire excavator and related attachments.
- Contract award to Hartington Equipment for a new rubber tire excavator for $406,670.80 plus HST
- Approval of $15,490.50 plus HST for extended 5 year/7500 power train and hydraulics coverage
- Proposed Bylaw 2023-30 regarding the licensing, regulation, and registration of dogs
- Proposed amendment to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (Bylaw 2022-08A) for new dog-related fees and fines
- Notice of motion to change Planning meeting start times to 4:00 p.m. and Council meetings to 5:00 p.m. effective September 5, 2023
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake includes a scheduled closed meeting session. The closed session is designated to discuss personal information regarding employees under the Municipal Act.
- Closed meeting session regarding personal information about employee(s)
- Adoption of Bylaw Number 2023-31 to confirm meeting proceedings
2023-05-16 Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2023 Final Tax Levy Bylaw and discussing motions to register the municipality as a film location. They are also considering requests for Canada Day parade routes and West Nile virus prevention measures.
- Bylaw 2023-28: Final Tax Levy Bylaw
- Motion to register Marmora and Lake as a film location
- Motion to obtain legal opinion on terminating the BISB Contract
- Lions Club Canada Day Parade route request
- West Nile virus larviciding permission request
2023-05-02 Council Meeting
The Council will review a request for continued support from Central Hastings Public Transit. Additionally, the meeting includes decisions on several infrastructure tenders and staff reports.
- Awarding Double Surface Treatment tender to Greenwood Paving for $337,576.00
- Awarding crushed stone supply tender to Danford Construction Ltd. at $13.95 per tonne
- Awarding 2023/2024 model year 3/4 ton truck RFP to McCurdy GM for $68,838.99
- Delegation from Central Hastings Public Transit regarding continued support
- Notice of motion to register Marmora and Lake as a film location
2023-04-18 Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing staff reports, including a proposal to purchase a used landfill compactor for $470,000. The meeting includes presentations regarding Bell Canada's fiber deployment and a proposal to establish a film permit process.
- Purchase of a refurbished CAT 816F II (2016) landfill compactor for $470,000
- Bell Canada broadband presentation
- Proposal for a municipal film permit process
- Debenture bylaw to borrow $260,000 for a pumper truck replacement
- Request to close Forsyth Street for the Log Driver's Festival on June 3, 2023
2023-03-28 Special Budget Meeting
The Council is reviewing draft budget adjustments and public correspondence to finalize the 2023 municipal budget. The meeting includes reports on service requests and specific requests from residents regarding lifeguards, library repairs, and hospice support.
- Adoption of the 2023 operating and capital budget
- Proposed $260,000 fire pumper truck replacement via reserve reduction
- Addition of $50,000 to the Roads Department legal budget
- Removal of a proposed Parks Operator position ($41,100)
- Authorization for year-end adjustments up to $25,000
2023-03-21 Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application to permit a deck at 447 Marble Point Road. The applicant seeks relief from zoning bylaws to allow a setback of 15.85 metres from the Crowe Lake highwater mark instead of the required 30 metres.
- Minor Variance MV2023-01: 447 Marble Point Road deck setback relief
- Crowe Valley Conservation Authority Permit 126/22 for proposed deck construction
- Hastings County planning response dated March 15, 2023
2023-03-21 Council Meeting
The Council will review the 2022 statement of Council remuneration and expenses. They will also consider a revised Community Improvement Plan and a funding request from Heart of Hastings Hospice Inc.
- Bylaw 2023-17: Agreement for Gas Tax funds for Central Hastings Public Transit System
- Bylaw 2023-18: Appointment of officers for 2023
- Bylaw 2023-21: $60,000 debenture for road pickup costs
- Review of 2022 Council remuneration totaling $99,042.40
- Funding request from The Heart of Hastings Hospice Inc.
2023-03-21 Planning Meeting
This agenda outlines the proceedings for the March 21, 2023, Planning Meeting. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes and the adoption of a confirming bylaw for the session's actions.
- Bylaw Number 2023-19P to confirm the proceedings of the March 21, 2023, Planning Meeting
- Approval of the March 7, 2023, Planning Meeting minutes
- Committee of Adjustment item MV2023-01 regarding 447 Marble Point Road
2023-03-07 Council Meeting
The Council will consider a $260,000 loan application for a new pumper truck and a $65,000 contract for Booster Park management. Residents are also invited to provide public input regarding the 2023 Draft Budget.
- Bylaw 2023-14: $260,000 loan application to OILC for a pumper truck replacement
- Booster Park management contract award to Chamberlain Properties for $65,000 plus HST
- Public meeting for comments on the 2023 Draft Budget
- Resolution to support a Federal Cannabis Act Review
- Notice of motion to reaffirm support for the Marmora Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Project
2023-03-07 Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting includes a public hearing and discussion regarding a proposed zoning bylaw amendment for 1513 Cordova Road. The amendment seeks to rezone a portion of the property from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential to meet specific consent conditions.
- Proposed rezoning of 1513 Cordova Road from Marginal Agriculture (MA) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Public meeting for input on the 1513 Cordova Road zoning amendment
- Review of Hastings County Planning Staff comments dated February 13, 2023
- Receipt of correspondence regarding miniature goat zoning options
2023-02-21 Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing a line-by-line budget review conducted by KPMG to improve financial planning and service delivery. Additionally, the meeting includes decisions on new user fees for Fairgrounds Park and transient fees for Booster Park.
- KPMG line-by-line budget review presentation
- Addition of user fees for Fairgrounds Park
- 2023 Booster Park Transient Fees Schedule approval
- Classic Country Festival application (June 8-10, 2023)
- 50s 60s 70s Rock N Roll Festival application (June 22-24, 2023)
2023-02-21 Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee is reviewing several severance applications and zoning amendments. Key discussions include a rezoning for 54 Nelson Lane and various land division requests involving road widening and cash in lieu of parkland.
- Rezoning 54 Nelson Lane from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential
- Severance application for 283 Marble Road requiring $2,400 cash in lieu of parkland
- Severance application for 37 Milk Run Road requiring $2,400 cash in lieu of parkland
- Severance application for High Shore Road requiring $2,400 cash in lieu of parkland
- Zoning report regarding miniature goat options for 167 Booster Park Road
2023-02-07 Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several major items including a $560,000 fire truck purchase and a presentation on the Marmora Hydroelectric Pumped Storage Project. Other discussions involve potential changes to utility billing, private road funding, and short-term accommodation bylaws.
- Proposed $560,000 purchase of a Freightliner M2-106 Pumper Truck
- Presentation by OPG and Northland Power regarding the Marmora Hydroelectric Pumped Storage Project
- Proposal to terminate the Private Road Grant funding program
- Proposed 10% increase to Booster Park fees and a $100/site washroom upgrade levy
- Notice of motion to implement a $2.50 fee for paper utility bills
2023-01-17 Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several major expenditures, including truck purchases and building repairs. They are also hearing delegations regarding private road maintenance grants and hospital redevelopment plans.
- Request for increase in Private Road Grant Funds by Cook Road Maintenance Assoc.
- Redevelopment Plan update from Campbellford Memorial Hospital
- Proposed $84,000 budget for Memorial Building roof repairs
- Proposed $780,000 financing for two new tandem plow trucks
- Proposed $51,000 for additional investigations on five structures per OSIM report
2023-01-17 Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting includes public hearings and decisions regarding two zoning bylaw amendments. One proposal involves rezoning lands at 9-11 O'Brien Street to facilitate a property severance, while the other seeks relief for lot size and building height at 113 Big Island Road.
- Zoning Amendment 2023-01P: Rezoning 9-11 O'Brien Street to R2-7 and R2-8 zones
- Zoning Amendment 2023-02P: Rezoning 113 Big Island Road to a Holding LSR**-h Zone
- Relief request for 113 Big Island Road to allow a 5.5 metre accessory building height
- Relief request for 113 Big Island Road regarding a 1.24 hectare lot size