New Tecumseth public meetings in 2021

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider one minor variance application (A07-21) at 10 Rodcliff Road, Tottenham, seeking to reduce the required setback from the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone from 90.0 meters to 30.0 meters for a rear deck, dwelling addition, attached garage, and covered front porch. Staff recommend approval, supported by a Natural Heritage Evaluation and no objections from the NVCA, Engineering, or Public Works (the latter requesting an Arborist Report as a condition). The agenda also includes routine items like adoption of minutes and disclosures of interest.

• Minor variance A07-21: reduce ORM-EP setback from 90.0m to 30.0m at 10 Rodcliff Road, Tottenham
• Proposed additions: rear deck, dwelling addition, attached garage, covered front porch
• NVCA has no objections; permit application under review
• Public Works requests Arborist Report as condition of approval
• Engineering requires grading plan with building permit application

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review its November 2, 2021 summary report, which includes a recommendation to add 24 Alexander Street, Tottenham to the Register of Significant Properties. The committee will also receive updates on infographic panels for the Beeton and Tottenham town halls and the Tottenham Water Tower expression of interest process.

• Recommendation to add 24 Alexander Street, Tottenham to the Register of Significant Properties
• Update on infographic panels for Beeton Town Hall (34 Main St.) and Tottenham Town Hall (18 Queen St. N.)
• Tottenham Water Tower expression of interest process update

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council meeting on December 13, 2021, will consider the proposed 2022 budgets, adopt development charges by-laws, and decide on several development agreements and zoning amendments. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, communications, and by-laws, but also substantive decisions on water/wastewater asset management, a sign variance, and a traffic calming update.

• 2021 Development Charges Background Study and By-law (By-laws 2021-165, 2021-166)
• Development Agreement with Rizzardo Bros. Holdings Inc. for Block 133, Gray Avenue, Alliston (By-law 2021-167)
• Official Plan and Zoning amendments for 20 & 24 Dayfoot Street, Beeton (By-laws 2021-169, 2021-170)
• Water By-law (By-law 2021-171)
• Sign By-law variance request for 120 Queen Street North, Tottenham

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a staff report on the County of Simcoe's draft Land Needs Assessment, which proposes a 2051 population target of 81,530 for New Tecumseth (up from 43,450 in 2021). Council will consider forwarding comments to the County, adopting settlement boundary expansion criteria, and a preliminary wastewater servicing capacity assessment. The report also discusses proposed increases to intensification and density targets, which deviate from the Town's current Official Plan.

• Proposed 2051 population target of 81,530 (85.5% increase from 2021) and employment target of 35,780 (71.5% increase)
• County identifies deficit of ~18,900 residential units (350 ha) and 7,500 jobs (375 ha) by 2051
• Draft criteria for settlement boundary expansion in Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham, weighted toward proximity to Alliston as a Primary Settlement Area
• Proposed increase in intensification rate to 45% and DGA density to 55 people/jobs per hectare, up from Council-approved 40% and 50
• High-level wastewater capacity assessment by R.V. Anderson Associates for the three treatment plants

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion from Councillor Sainsbury to support the Township of Scugog's request for a federal impact assessment of the Bradford Bypass. The agenda also includes several routine reports and agreements, such as the 2020 Fire Department Annual Report, an economic development COVID-19 update, and various development agreements. Most items are for discussion or decision, with no public hearings listed.

• Motion to support federal impact assessment for Bradford Bypass
• 2020 Fire Department Annual Report
• 2022 Interim Tax Levy By-law
• Site Plan Agreement Amendment 3 for Alliston Developments Limited (22 & 30 Dunham Drive)
• Municipal Responsibility Agreement with Parkbridge Lifestyles Communities Inc.

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a closed meeting to receive a verbal update from the CAO on the Collingwood to Alliston pipeline and water supply. The closed session is justified under the Municipal Act for reasons of property security and solicitor-client privilege.

• Verbal report from CAO on Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline and water supply update
• Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(a) for property security
• Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(f) for solicitor-client privilege

Youth Advisory Committee - Cancelled

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021, was cancelled, and no items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Committee of the Whole Budget Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is holding its second budget working session to refine the Draft 2022 Town Budget, which currently proposes a combined levy increase of 3.34% (a $79 increase for the average home valued at $452,931). They will discuss items deferred from the first session, including a possible outdoor beach volleyball court in Beeton, a basketball improvement project at Pierce Park, gravel road upgrades, and the Beeton Recreation Centre. The committee will also receive an update on the Sideroad 10 and 6th Line intersection improvements, which staff recommend scheduling for 2023 rather than advancing in 2022.

• Draft 2022 budget: $39.8M net operating and capital levy, 2.84% general levy plus 0.5% capital levy
• Proposed $5,000 allocation to Physician and Recruitment Committee
• Gravel Road Upgrade Program: options include $400,000 for 6th Line (Sideroad 15 to 18) or enhanced $1,000,000/year funding
• Beeton Recreation Centre: $29.55M total project cost (2022-2024) with single ice pad, gymnasium, community rooms, fitness area, walking track
• Sideroad 10 and 6th Line intersection: staff recommend 2023 capital budget for detailed design, not 2022

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

This is a closed-session Committee of the Whole meeting. Members will discuss citizen appointments to the library board, property standards committee applications, and property assessment and taxation appeals. All items are closed to the public under the Municipal Act.

• Citizen appointments to the New Tecumseth Public Library Board
• Property Standards Committee member applications
• Property assessment and taxation appeals

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the Draft New Tecumseth Multi-Modal Active Transportation Master Plan (MMATMP) prepared by HDR Corporation. The plan outlines recommended capital projects for active transportation, road improvements, transit, and local traffic improvements, with estimated costs totaling $209.9 million. Council is being asked to receive the draft, direct staff to incorporate final comments, and advertise the Notice of Study Completion as part of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process.

• Active transportation projects: $26.5M total ($3.2M short-term, $16.9M medium-term, $6.4M long-term)
• Road improvement projects: $183.3M total ($48.8M short-term, $62.5M medium-term, $72.1M long-term)
• Recommendation to extend Industrial Road to 5th Line and reconstruct Sideroad 15 to connect with 10th Line
• 17 local traffic improvements proposed, including intersection upgrades and new roads
• Sidewalk connections recommended on Victoria Street (Alliston), Church Street (Alliston), and Patterson Street (Beeton)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt a range of staff reports, including the 2021 Development Charges Background Study and By-law, a water and wastewater asset management plan, and a year-end budget variance report. They will also consider several development-related items, such as a development agreement for Gray Avenue, a zoning by-law amendment for Borden Metal Products, and a water by-law. The agenda includes reports from various advisory committees and task forces, with recommendations for council action.

• 2021 Development Charges Background Study and By-law (#FIN-2021-36)
• Service Area Asset Management Plan - Water and Wastewater (#CS-2021-09)
• Year-End Forecast and Budget Variance Report as at September 30th, 2021 (#FIN-2021-33)
• Development Agreement for Block 133, Plan 51M-488, Gray Avenue with Rizzardo Bros. Holdings Inc. (#ENG-2021-42)
• Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for Borden Metal Products (Canada) Ltd., 20 & 24 Dayfoot Street, Beeton (File No. DEV 403)

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with several items for decision, including a request for additional funds for the Riverdale Park accessible trail, a review of speed limits on rural roads, and temporary use by-laws for garden suites. Council will also consider appointments, a contract amendment for street light maintenance, and a confidential item on the sale of municipal properties in Alliston. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and by-laws.

• Additional funds for Project 21019 Riverdale Park Accessible Trail (Tender T21-15)
• Review of speed limits on select rural roads (By-law 2021-156)
• Temporary use by-laws for garden suites at 5522 5th Line and 6142 7th Line (By-laws 2021-157 to 2021-160)
• Contract amendment for T18-23 Street Light Maintenance
• Confidential item: Sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston

Committee of Adjustment

The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment will consider eight applications at its November 25, 2021 virtual meeting. These include minor variances for a detached garage height increase, reduced interior side yards for new homes, a wider driveway access, a reduced rear yard setback, and consent applications for a title validation and a lot severance. The agenda also includes routine items like confirming the agenda, disclosing pecuniary interests, and adopting previous minutes.

• Minor variance A18-21: increase accessory structure height from 4.6m to 4.8m at 1 Burnell Street
• Minor variances A19-21, A20-21, A21-21: reduce interior side yard to 0.6m for lots 42, 72, 168 in Phase 4 Treetops/Belterra
• Minor variance A22-21: increase access width from 9.0m to 17.16m at 258 Church Street South, Alliston
• Consent B09-21: validate title of 209 Walker Boulevard, Alliston
• Consent B10-21: sever land to create one new lot at 527 Victoria Street East, Alliston

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review a summary report from September 28, 2021, and to receive a presentation from the Director of Engineering on Low Impact Development (LID) in the Town of New Tecumseth. The committee will also discuss unfinished business, including the Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange charter and logo use, and review the draft Simcoe County Climate Change Strategy.

• Presentation on Low Impact Development (LID) and stormwater management
• Review of Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange charter and logo use policy
• Discussion of draft Simcoe County Climate Change Strategy
• Update on parkland, greenspace, and community gardens
• Review of summary report from September 28, 2021

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review a draft proposal to add accessible playground equipment information to the Town's website and install signage, along with updates on unfinished business like the portable ramp grant program and accessible washroom trailer. The committee will also discuss new items including mobility at public parks and a resident concern about sidewalk access on private property.

• Draft proposal to add accessible playground features info to newtecumseth.ca and install signage with QR codes
• Discussion on amending Portable Ramp Grant Program to include permanent ramps
• Update on accessible washroom trailer and potential County of Simcoe purchase
• Correspondence from Independent Living Resource Centre re: Breaking Down Barriers awareness campaign
• Update on Tottenham Conservation Area washroom upgrade

Committee of the Whole Budget Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is holding its first budget working session to review the draft 2022 budget. Staff will present a corporate overview and department summaries, and the committee will deliberate on topics of interest and may recommend adjustments. The public input session is scheduled for the evening of the same day. The draft budget proposes a combined levy increase of 3.34%, including a 0.5% capital levy for infrastructure renewal.

• Draft 2022 budget with net operating and capital levy of $39.8M
• Combined levy increase of 3.34% (2.84% general + 0.5% capital)
• Average home property tax increase of $79 (excluding County and Education)
• Proposed 6% increase in water/wastewater user rates ($53/year for average home using 200 m3)
• Capital program over $35M, including $19.6M for roads and bridges and $1.3M for parks

Committee of the Whole Budget Public Input Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public input session on the draft 2022 budgets, where residents can comment before final approval. The draft includes a combined 3.34% levy increase (2.84% general plus 0.5% capital levy) and a 6% water/wastewater rate increase. Council will use the input in future budget deliberations, with a working session on December 1 and budget approval on December 13, 2021.

• Draft 2022 budget with net operating and capital levy of $39.8M
• Combined levy increase of 3.34% (general 2.84% plus capital 0.5%)
• Property tax increase of $79 for average home assessed at $452,695
• Water/wastewater user rate increase of 6%, about $53/year for average home using 200 cubic meters
• Public input session advertised on Town website and local media

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its summary report, receive a presentation on Local Governance Week 2022, and consider an amended Terms of Reference. The main new business is a framework for Youth Services in New Tecumseth, referred by Council Resolution 2021-212, which directs the committee to research and consult stakeholders and provide a recommendation to Council. The agenda also includes updates on recreation projects and the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.

• Council Resolution 2021-212 refers framework for Youth Services to committee for workplan incorporation
• Amended Terms of Reference to add a Parks and Recreation staff member
• Presentation on Local Governance Week 2022 by Clerk Pamela Fettes
• Updates on All Wheels Skate Park, Falkner Park, Alliston Rotary Park, and Boyne River Accessible Trail
• Community Safety and Well-Being Plan summary (2021-2025) with focus on mental health, housing, and job creation

Beeton Facility Planning Task Force

The Beeton Facility Planning Task Force is meeting to review a summary report and receive a project status update on the Beeton Facility Replacement Project. The project is currently in a non-status state due to insufficient funds, and the task force previously recommended that a capital project sheet for the detail design phase be considered during 2022 budget deliberations. The meeting will also discuss a new federal grant application under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program.

• Review of Summary Report dated July 6, 2021 recommending capital project sheet for 2022 budget
• Verbal report on Beeton Facility Replacement Project status, including unsuccessful ICIP grant and new GICB application
• Capital cost estimate for Beeton Recreation Centre updated to $29,550,000 (current rates) for 55,000 sqft facility
• Capital Project PRC-2022-015 requests $1,265,000 in 2022 for professional services (detail design)
• Project includes single ice pad, gymnasium, community rooms, fitness area, and walking track

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to receive background information on applications for a Draft Plan of Condominium, Official Plan Amendment, and Zoning By-law Amendment for lands at 5752 & 5878 Highway 9. The applicant proposes to re-designate and rezone the lands to create a commercial/industrial business park with ten blocks, serviced by a private road and communal water and sanitary systems. Staff recommend receiving the report and continuing to work on issues before bringing a final recommendation to a future meeting. No public comments had been received as of the report date.

• Applications for Draft Plan of Condominium, Official Plan Amendment, and Zoning By-law Amendment for 5752 & 5878 Highway 9 (File No. DEV 402 & NT-CD-2101)
• Proposal to rezone from Rural Highway Commercial - Exception (RHC-2) and Agricultural (A1) to Rural Industrial - Exception (RM-XX)
• Development includes 10 blocks, private internal road, communal water and sanitary servicing, signalized intersection at Highway 9 and Showa Court
• Lands total 37.22 hectares (91.97 acres) with 610 metres frontage on Highway 9
• Comments received from LSRCA, County of Simcoe, MTO, and Town departments; no public comments received

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review draft infographic panels for two historic town halls, provide feedback on an expression of interest for the Tottenham Water Tower, and receive a progress update on the Heritage Conservation District Study. They will also consider adding 24 Alexander St, Tottenham to the Register of Significant Properties and discuss the Heritage Hunt. The agenda includes routine items like confirming the agenda and disclosing pecuniary interests.

• Review of draft infographic panels for 34 Main St, Beeton and 18 Queen St North, Tottenham
• Feedback on Expression of Interest for Tottenham Water Tower
• Heritage Conservation District Study progress update
• Cultural Impact Statement for 24 Alexander St, Tottenham for Register of Significant Properties
• Heritage Hunt discussion

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

This is a closed Committee of the Whole meeting. The only substantive item is an update on the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) appeal for the property at 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File #PL210225), discussed under litigation exception. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• OLT appeal update for Dev 399 - 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File #PL210225)

Special Council Meeting

Council is considering a development agreement with Fletcher Meadows Inc. to urbanize Patterson Street in Beeton, along with temporary road closures for construction. The agenda also includes a closed-session update on an OLT appeal for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham, and a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Development agreement with Fletcher Meadows Inc. for Patterson Street urbanization (By-law 2021-151)
• Temporary closure of Patterson Street and Sideroad 10 from Nov 8, 2021 to Jul 30, 2022 (By-law 2021-152)
• Closed session item: OLT appeal update for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File #PL210225)
• Confirmation by-law for the special council meeting (By-law 2021-153)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including a new Emergency Management Program and Emergency Response Plan by-law, a request to ask Adjala-Tosorontio to paint a centreline on a shared road, appointments, policy updates, a trail project funding request, a development agreement, speed limit reviews, two temporary garden suite zoning applications, and a street light maintenance contract amendment. The meeting is for discussion and recommendation; final decisions are made by Council.

• Request for centreline pavement markings on Adjala-Tecumseth Townline south of County Road 1 (motion from Councillor Jebb)
• Emergency Management Program & Emergency Response Plan by-law (repeals By-law 92-72)
• Appointment of Municipal Weed Inspectors
• Human Resources Policies update
• Schedule update and additional funds for Project 21019 - Riverdale Park Accessible Trail (Tender T21-15)

Council Meeting

Council will consider several items from the Committee of the Whole, including a sign by-law variance for 100-140 Mill Street East in Tottenham, the sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South in Alliston, and a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for Council. It will also hear a deputation from Dawn Goss about playground accessibility for people with mobility issues. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, by-laws, and reports.

• Sign By-law variance request for 100-140 Mill Street East, Tottenham
• Sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston
• Council COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccine Policy
• Award of tender T21-23a for one two-wheel drive three-quarter ton truck
• Deputation by Dawn Goss on playground mobility accessibility

Committee of the Whole Public Meeting - Development Charges 01 Nov 2021

The Committee of the Whole is holding a statutory public meeting to receive input on a proposed 2021 Development Charges Background Study and By-law. The new by-law would significantly increase development charges for residential, industrial, and non-industrial properties, and remove several non-statutory exemptions. The final by-law and rates are scheduled for Council approval on November 29, 2021, with passage on December 13, 2021.

• Proposed residential charge for single/semi-detached units: $75,864 (up from $45,218, a 68% increase)
• Proposed industrial charge: $312.17 per sq.m (up from $139.26, a 124% increase)
• Proposed non-industrial charge: $379.92 per sq.m (up from $232.11, a 64% increase)
• Removal of non-statutory discounts: 40% industrial discount, small/medium business expansion discount, and Urban Commercial Core discount
• Growth-related capital program totals: $129.3 million for general services (2021-2030) and $523.2 million for engineered services (2021-2036)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider six applications: five minor variances and one consent to create a new lot. The most consequential item is a request by Canadian Tire Properties to reduce required parking from 310 to 226 spaces to allow a new restaurant at 110 Young Street. Other variances involve parking reductions, setback reductions, and a consent to sever a lot. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Canadian Tire Properties Inc. seeks parking reduction from 310 to 226 spaces for new restaurant at 110 Young Street (File A14-21)
• Marc Ronan seeks parking reduction to 15 spaces at 133 Queen Street South, Tottenham (File A15-21)
• Muhammad Saeed Mahmood & Sadia Quadri seek side yard setback reduction from 1.2m to 0.29m at 31 Jenkins Avenue, Tottenham (File A16-21)
• AJ Dickey seeks rear yard setback reduction from 7.5m to 6.3m for addition at 150 Nelson Street East, Alliston (File A17-21)
• Ken Beattie Ltd. seeks consent to create one new lot at 7110 13th Line (File B05-21)

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee is meeting to review its August 25, 2021 summary report, which includes recommendations to amend the Museum Wall of Honour Program. The committee will also discuss unfinished business, such as updates on the McDonald Log Cabin interpretive plan and fireplace, and new business, including a SWOT analysis. The agenda is largely procedural, with most substantive items carried over from previous discussions.

• Review of Summary Report dated August 25, 2021
• Museum Wall of Honour Program update - proposed digitization and QR code access
• McDonald Log Cabin interpretive plan and fireplace update
• 2022 Capital Facility Budget update for Museum on the Boyne
• S.W.O.T. (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) Analysis

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting will receive three applications: two for temporary use by-laws to re-establish existing garden suites at 5522 5th Line and 6142 7th Line, and one for a draft plan of subdivision by Main Street Meadows Two Inc. Staff recommend receiving the reports and continuing to work on issues before submitting recommendation reports. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a public input opportunity.

• Temporary Use By-law for garden suite at 5522 5th Line (File DEV 407)
• Temporary Use By-law for garden suite at 6142 7th Line (File DEV 408)
• Draft Plan of Subdivision by Main Street Meadows Two Inc., Part of Lots 7 & 8, Concession 7 (File NT-T-2101)
• Public comments on these applications can be preregistered with Clerk's Services

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including a request to approve a variance from the Sign By-law for a pylon sign at 100-140 Mill Street East, Tottenham, and the proposed sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston. The committee will also receive reports on a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for council, a site plan agreement, and a tender award for a truck. Advisory committee summaries and a cheque summary report are also on the agenda.

• Sign By-law variance for pylon sign at 100-140 Mill Street East, Tottenham (57.45 sq m vs 13.38 sq m limit)
• Sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston
• Council COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccine Policy
• Site Plan Agreement D11-AL-152 for LARJ Inc. at 10 Alderson Court
• Award of Tender T21-23a for one two-wheel drive three-quarter ton truck

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with a mix of routine approvals and notable items. Council will consider several by-laws, including a fire protection services agreement with Innisfil, a site plan agreement for a commercial development in Tottenham, and zoning amendments for a garden suite and a 130-unit townhouse development. It will also receive an Integrity Commissioner report on code of conduct complaints against a councillor, a funding request from a physician recruitment committee, and updates on transit, COVID-19, and capital projects.

• Fire Protection Services Agreement with Town of Innisfil (By-law 2021-138)
• Site Plan Agreement with Queen Tottenham Inc. for commercial restaurant at 23 Queen Street North (By-law 2021-142)
• Zoning amendment for 130-unit condominium townhouse development on Blocks 393 & 394, Plan 51M-1082, Tottenham (By-law 2021-146)
• Temporary Use By-law extension for garden suite at 1954 Sideroad 15 (By-laws 2021-143, 2021-144)
• Integrity Commissioner report on Code of Conduct complaints 2021-01(A)-(F) against Councillor Wayne Noye

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

This is a closed meeting of the Committee of the Whole, meaning the public is not permitted to attend. The only substantive item is a verbal report from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding a personnel matter, which is exempt from public discussion under the Municipal Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no decisions or discussions open to the public.

• Verbal report of the CAO re: personnel matter (closed session)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its summary report from July 27, 2021, and to prioritize items in its 2021-2022 workplan. Key topics include water conservation initiatives for new development and industrial/commercial/institutional properties, an update on the arboretum, and the Town's Multi-Modal Active Transportation Master Plan. The committee will also discuss unfinished business and new business items.

• Prioritize water conservation initiatives, including incentives/rebates for irrigation and incorporating conservation into new development/ICI
• Update on arboretum establishment, listed as a Q4 2021 budget item
• Discussion of Town's Multi-Modal Active Transportation Master Plan (MMTMP)
• Review of July 27, 2021 summary report, including presentations from Greyter Water Systems and Public Works
• Workplan items include green infrastructure, energy audits, and a New Tecumseth Climate Change Strategy

Council Meeting

Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for the Deer Springs subdivision (Blocks 393 & 394, Plan 51M-1082) that requires a unanimous vote, and a by-law to implement the Cannabis Interim Control By-law Study. They will also review an Integrity Commissioner's interim report on six code of conduct complaints, and discuss a request to support provincial funding for eyecare.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for LRG Properties Inc., Deer Springs Subdivision, Blocks 393 & 394, Plan 51M-1082, File DEV 405
• By-law 2021-134 to amend Zoning By-law 2021-128 to implement Cannabis Interim Control By-law Study results
• By-law 2021-133 for Site Plan Agreement with 6324223 Canada Inc. for automotive service station, car wash, and food establishment at 689 Victoria Street, Alliston
• Request for exemption from Fence By-law No. 2007-100 at 150 Nelson Street East, Alliston
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law No. 2011-101 for Loblaw Companies Ltd. at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham

Committee of the Whole Working Session

Council will receive a report on two transit options (5A and 5B) and provide direction on which to include in the 2022 Draft Budget. Option 5A is a Tottenham–Beeton fixed route with a future rideshare program; Option 5B adds an Alliston–Treetops route. The report includes costs, ridership estimates, and fare structures.

• Option 5A: Tottenham–Beeton fixed route, 25 km round trip, 60-min headway, 19 stops, $3.00 fare, ~12,000 riders in first full year (2024)
• Option 5B: adds Alliston–Treetops route, 24 km, 20 stops, $3.50 fare in 2026, ~29,500 riders in first full year (2026)
• Option 5A capital/operating cost ~$1,373,000 in 2022–2023; rideshare program ~$393,000/year starting 2026
• Option 5B adds ~$1,100,000 for Alliston route in 2026; total 10-year cost for Tottenham–Beeton $7.2M offset by $425K ridership revenue
• Council may consider creating a reserve in 2022 Budget to fund initial capital outlay

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several items, including renewing a fire services agreement with Innisfil, adopting a new procurement policy, and approving various development and infrastructure items. The meeting includes routine administrative matters and specific project approvals.

• Renewal of Innisfil Fire Services Agreement for 2021-2023 with standby fees of $14,917.02 (2021), $15,513.70 (2022), $16,134.25 (2023)
• Adoption of new Procurement Policy FI-POL-002-2021, replacing the 2007 Purchasing Policy
• Site Plan Agreement for commercial restaurant at 23 Queen Street North (Queen Tottenham Inc.)
• Temporary Use By-law for garden suite extension at 1954 Sideroad 15 (Charles and Margaret Jowett)
• Award of tender T21-23a for supply and delivery of one two-wheel drive three-quarter ton truck

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. One seeks to allow parking in front of a building at 13 Mill Street East, Tottenham, to correct an existing issue. The other seeks to reduce the setback from an Environmental Protection Zone at 21 McKay Avenue, Tottenham, to allow a rear yard deck. Staff recommend approval for both, though the Engineering Department recommends deferral for the first.

• Minor Variance A12-21: 13 Mill Street East, Tottenham - allow parking in front of building (Section 4.21.16.1(a) of Zoning By-law 2014-126)
• Minor Variance A13-21: 21 McKay Avenue, Tottenham - reduce EP setback from 7.5 m to 6.28 m for rear yard deck (Section 11.1.1.1)
• Engineering recommends deferral of A12-21 pending revised site plan based on legal survey
• Public Works comments on tree protection for A12-21
• NVCA comments on A13-21

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its summary report, discuss unfinished business including 2022 accessibility awareness events and an accessible washroom trailer, and consider a portable ramp grant program for local businesses. The agenda includes a $200 grant program to help New Tecumseth businesses purchase wheelchair-accessible portable ramps.

• Review of May 19, 2021 summary report
• Discussion of 2022 National Access Awareness Week and Global Accessibility Awareness Day
• Accessible washroom trailer research and planning
• Portable ramp grant program: maximum $200.00 per business, CSA-approved ramps, 500 lb minimum weight

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its June 29, 2021 summary report and receive updates on changes to the Ontario Heritage Act, infographic panels, the Tottenham Water Tower, and the 2022 budget. The agenda includes unfinished business and new business items, with public participation available by preregistration.

• Review of Summary Report dated June 29, 2021
• Update on changes to the Ontario Heritage Act (Bill 108 amendments)
• Infographic panel updates for Old Beeton Town Hall (34 Main Street West) and Old Tottenham Town Hall (18 Queen Street North)
• Tottenham Water Tower update
• 2022 Budget update

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several staff reports and written motions, including requests for fence and noise by-law exemptions, a municipal structure inspection update, a site plan agreement, growth management and cannabis production policies, and a zoning by-law amendment. Council will also consider motions to request MTO install left turn lanes on Highway 89, ask Stevenson Memorial Hospital to relocate its helipad, and host an accessibility awareness day.

• Fence by-law exemption for 6-ft closed fence at 150 Nelson Street East, Alliston
• Noise by-law exemption for Loblaw at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham
• Site Plan Agreement D11-AL-127 at 689 Victoria Street East
• Zoning by-law amendment for Deer Springs Subdivision (Blocks 393 & 394)
• Motion to request MTO install westbound left turn lanes on Highway 89 at Sideroad 15 and 20

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on tax write-offs under the Municipal Act, approving $30,533 in cancellations, reductions, or refunds. They will also consider several by-laws, including a new comprehensive zoning by-law, fee adjustments, and various contracts for road work, sand supply, and tennis court rehabilitation.

• Public hearing and approval of $30,533 in tax write-offs (Town share $10,385)
• By-law 2021-128: repeal and replace comprehensive zoning by-law
• By-law 2021-123/124: 2022-2023 user fee adjustments
• By-law 2021-125: agreement with Triton Engineering for 7th Line utility relocations
• By-law 2021-129: award tender for screened winter sand to John Eek and Son Ltd.

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider a request from Loblaw Companies Limited for an exemption from the Town's Noise Control By-law No. 2011-101 at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham. The agenda also includes a confirming by-law to ratify the meeting's proceedings. The meeting is largely procedural, with the noise exemption being the only substantive item.

• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law No. 2011-101 by Loblaw Companies Limited at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham
• Confirmation By-law 2021-132 to confirm proceedings of the Special Council Meeting

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications: a minor variance to reduce the environmental protection zone setback for a rear deck at 31 Webb Trail, Tottenham, and a consent application to create one new lot at 7110 13th Line. Staff recommend approval for both, with supporting reports from engineering, public works, and the conservation authority.

• Minor variance A11-21: reduce EP zone setback from 7.5m to 4.5m for rear deck at 31 Webb Trail
• Consent B05-21: create one new lot at 7110 13th Line
• NVCA comments received for both applications
• Public hearing notices circulated; no public comments received for A11-21

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee reviewed its June 23, 2021 summary report and discussed updates to the McDonald Log Cabin program. The committee recommended that staff investigate options for revising the Museum Wall of Honour program and recognize the 2020 recipient at a Council meeting in Fall 2021. Unfinished business includes planning for the log cabin fireplace update and the 2022 capital facility budget.

• Recommendation to recognize the 2020 Museum Wall of Honour recipient at a Fall 2021 Council meeting
• Staff directed to investigate options for the Museum Wall of Honour Program
• Discussion of McDonald Log Cabin Program Plan including culture programs and rentals
• Feasibility inquiry regarding replacing the log cabin fireplace with a Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum style unit
• Review of 2022 Capital Facility Budget Update

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to receive reports on two planning items. The first is a zoning by-law amendment application for 180 Albert Street West in Alliston to permit a 4-storey, 28-unit apartment building with 30 parking spaces. The second is a report on interim control by-law policy recommendations for cannabis production in the town. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; staff will continue working on the zoning application before bringing a recommendation report.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 180 Albert Street West: rezone from UM-3 to UR3-XX, permit 4-storey apartment building with 28 units and 30 parking spaces
• Requested reductions: minimum lot area from 135 m² to 115 m² per dwelling unit, parking to 1 space per unit, building height increase from 11.0 m to 12.0 m
• Public comments received: concerns about maintaining access to rear garage and rear gate
• D4 Landfill Impact Assessment peer review: conclusions generally reasonable, with recommendations for proponent response and noting report validity on title
• Cannabis Production Interim Control By-law Policy Recommendations report (PD-2021-44) to be discussed

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is holding a working session to discuss two major items: the 2021 Long Range Financial Plan (LRFP) covering 2021-2030, and transit implementation options for the town. Council will receive the LRFP presentation and consider its outcomes for the 2022 budget. For transit, staff are presenting two options (5A and 5B) for a Tottenham-Beeton fixed route, with possible future expansion, and are seeking direction on which option to include in the 2022 Draft Budget.

• Long Range Financial Plan: $546M in capital projects, $480M in operating expenses, $452M in revenues over next five years
• Transit Option 5A: Tottenham-Beeton fixed route, $1.373M capital/operating costs in 2022-2023, $3.00 fare, ~12,000 riders in first year
• Transit Option 5B: adds Alliston-Treetops route, additional $1.1M in 2026, $3.50 fare, ~29,500 riders in first year
• Future rideshare program (Option 5A) estimated at $393K operating budget in 2026, increasing 10% annually
• Transit costs over 10 years: $7.2M for Tottenham-Beeton, offset by $425K ridership revenue; $3.4M for Alliston route, offset by $750K

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a comprehensive update to the Town's Zoning By-law and specific amendments for a contractor's yard. Staff are presenting proposed user fee adjustments for 2022 and 2023, along with financial reports on tax arrears and budget variances. The meeting also includes updates on infrastructure projects such as 7th Line Road improvements and the Town Hall project, as well as options for commemorating local Olympic soccer champion Deanne Rose.

• Town Initiated Comprehensive Zoning By-law Update (#PD-2021-42)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for Contractor's Yard at 1065 Sideroad 20 (#PD-2021-41)
• Proposed 2022 and 2023 User Fee Adjustments (#FIN-2021-28)
• Options to commemorate Olympic Champion Deanne Rose, including renaming Faulkner Park or the Recreation Centre (#CAO-2021-08)
• Award of Tender T21-30 for supply and delivery of one backhoe (#PW-2021-19)

Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application for 214 Gray Avenue in Alliston, changing the land use from commercial to residential. The agenda also includes a report on policy recommendations for cannabis production within the town and an update on the selection of voting methods for the 2022 municipal elections.

• Rezoning of 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston from Convenience Commercial to Urban Residential (By-laws 2021-116 and 2021-117)
• Policy recommendations and options regarding Cannabis Production in the Town of New Tecumseth
• Selection of voting method for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Election (By-law 2021-114)
• Amendment to the Dangerous Dog By-law 2002-45 (By-law 2021-115)
• Authorization to sign Transfer Payment Agreements for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) (By-laws 2021-118 and 2021-119)

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole held a closed meeting on August 23, 2021. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items and a verbal report from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding a human resources matter. This item was closed to the public under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act because it involved personal matters about an identifiable individual.

• Verbal Report of the CAO re: Human Resources Matter (closed per Municipal Act s. 239(2)(b))

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an update to the Town's Development Charges Background Study, which proposes significant rate increases to fund future infrastructure. The report recommends replacing current industrial discounts with a differentiated rate model based on employment shares. Council will also discuss the Service Area Asset Management Plan, Long Range Financial Plan, and Transit Implementation Study options.

• Draft development charge rates are approximately 80% to 94% higher than existing rates.
• Recommendation to replace policy incentives discounting industrial DC rates with a model calculating differentiated rates based on employment shares.
• Growth-related capital program estimated at $132M for general services (2021-2030) and $523M for engineered services (2021-2036).
• Review of Service Area Asset Management Plan for Core Infrastructure (#CS-2021-04).
• Update on Transit Implementation Study Options (#ENG-2021-31).

Special Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider requests for exemptions from the Noise Control By-law 2011-101. The agenda includes approvals for two outdoor wedding events involving amplified music, conditional on compliance with provincial health regulations. No financial considerations are associated with these reports.

• Exemption request for Roy Gucciardi and Maria Nicolussi at 6813 7th Line, Beeton for a wedding on September 5, 2021.
• Exemption request for Rik & Clare Ambraska at 6384 13th Line, Alliston for a wedding on August 21, 2021.
• Both exemptions are recommended for approval if events meet provincial Covid-19 health requirements.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee meets virtually on July 27, 2021, to review its May 25, 2021 summary report and hear two presentations on water efficiency and conservation. The May report recommended that staff investigate joining the Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange Group. The committee will also discuss updates on the Arboretum, the Climate Change Exchange Group, its 2021-2022 workplan, and an inventory of Town-initiated environmental initiatives. No decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation by John Bell, Chief Commercial Officer, Greyter Water Systems Inc., on Water Efficient Communities
• Presentation by Chad Horan, Director, Public Works, on Water Conservation
• Review of the Environmental Advisory Committee Summary Report dated May 25, 2021
• Unfinished business: Arboretum update, Climate Change Exchange Group update, and 2021-2022 Committee Workplan
• New business: Inventory of Town Initiated Environmental Initiatives

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a report on the 2022 municipal and school board election and is being asked to authorize remote internet voting and optical scan vote tabulators, with added costs to be handled in the 2022 budget. It will also consider a proposed expansion of the Beeton-Tottenham Business Improvement Association levy boundary in Tottenham, a tender award for a new production well at the Hillcrest Well Site in Alliston, and a zoning amendment application for 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston. Other items include a report on cannabis production policy options and a request to consult the Beeton Tottenham Business Improvement Association on parking solutions.

• Report #ADMIN-2021-28 recommends by-laws for remote internet voting and optical scan vote tabulators in the 2022 municipal election
• Report #ED-2021-05 proposes expanding the Beeton-Tottenham BIA levy boundary in Tottenham to include properties on Tottenham Road, Mill Street East and West, Industrial Road, 5th Line/Nolan Road, and Woodington Lake Golf Club at 7110 4th Line
• Award of Tender T21-32 for a new production well at the Hillcrest Well Site, Alliston (#ENG-2021-28)
• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application for Poetry Living (Parkside) Ltd. at 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston, File No. DEV 404
• Report #PD-2021-38 on cannabis production policy recommendations and options

Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council meets July 26, 2021 to consider a series of by-laws and committee recommendations. Key items include a by-law authorizing $9,500,000 in debentures for capital work, a contract award to Matrix Solutions Inc. for a flood mitigation study, and an external servicing agreement for a water booster station. Council will also receive a request to reconsider a zoning amendment for 1065 Sideroad 20 and consider a by-law on cannabis production.

• By-law 2021-100: authorize borrowing $9,500,000.00 in amortizing debentures for capital work
• Award RFP P21-07 to Matrix Solutions Inc. for Drainage Master Plan Phase 2 – Flood Mitigation study, upset fee $639,962 plus taxes, contingency $64,000.00 plus HST
• By-law 2021-101: external servicing agreement with 2038148 Ontario Inc. for 14th Line Water Booster Station
• By-law 2021-104: agreement with Lisbon Paving Co. Limited for 3rd Line Asphalt Rehabilitation from 100m East of Canadian Pacific Rail Tracks to Sideroad 10, Tottenham
• Request for reconsideration of Zoning By-law Amendment (File No. DEV 394) for 1065 Sideroad 20, to be brought to Committee of the Whole on August 23, 2021

Special Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council held a special meeting on July 26, 2021 to pass by-laws on a new production well at the Hillcrest Well Site in Alliston, a temporary road closure, and a development agreement. Council authorized agreements with Aqua-Tech Dewatering Company Inc. and CIMA+ for the well project under Tender T21-32, referenced in Report #ENG-2021-28. It also approved a temporary closure of George Street in Alliston from August 3 to November 26, 2021 to allow the drilling work. A development agreement with Brittany Fetting and Brendan Fetting for a single detached dwelling at 4345 Sideroad 15 was also authorized.

• By-law 2021-108: agreement with Aqua-Tech Dewatering Company Inc. for construction work at Hillcrest Well Site, Alliston (Tender T21-32, Report #ENG-2021-28)
• By-law 2021-109: agreement with CIMA+ for contract administration, testing and inspection during well drilling at Hillcrest Well Site
• By-law 2021-110: temporary closure of George Street, Alliston from 50m west of Doner Street to 80m west of Doner Street, August 3 to November 26, 2021, with staff authority to extend up to 30 days
• By-law 2021-111: development agreement with Brittany Fetting and Brendan Fetting for a single detached dwelling at 4345 Sideroad 15
• By-law 2021-112: confirming by-law for the special council proceedings

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets in a closed session on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda lists two closed items: an update on 285 Centre Street, closed under the Municipal Act for proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land, and direction on an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File #PL210225), closed for litigation or potential litigation. The remaining agenda items are procedural: confirmation of the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment. No decisions, votes, or dollar amounts are recorded in the agenda text.

• Closed session item C.S.1: 285 Centre Street Update — land acquisition or disposition (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(c))
• Closed session item C.S.2: DEV 399, 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham — OLT Appeal Direction, File #PL210225 (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(e))
• Confirmation of agenda and disclosures of pecuniary interest are listed
• Meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers

Committee of Adjustment

The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment meets July 22, 2021 to consider seven applications: five minor variances and two consents. Applications seek setback reductions, permission for refuse containers without fencing, and lot creation in Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham. Staff reports recommend approval for several applications, including a garage setback reduction at 5025 8th Line and Molok containers at 23 Queen Street North.

• Minor variance A08-21: reduce interior side yard setback at 5025 8th Line from 8.0m to 2.25m for an attached garage
• Minor variance A09-21: permit Molok refuse containers at 23 Queen Street North without a solid fence enclosure
• Minor variance A10-21: reduce rear yard setback at 5077 Boyne Street from 7.5m to 4m
• Consent B08-21: create two lots from 5077 Boyne Street, Alliston
• Consent B11-20 and B12-20: create new lots within Beeton Settlement Area Boundary on Tecumseth St. South

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council meeting on July 12, 2021, focuses on approving infrastructure projects, including a $14.5 million contract for the new Town Hall renovation and various road and subdivision agreements. Council will also consider zoning amendments for a contractor's yard and sign variances, alongside routine administrative reports and by-law adoptions.

• Award of Tender T21-22 to Matheson Constructors Limited for New Town Hall renovation at 25 Albert Street, Alliston, for $14,526,000 plus taxes (from June 28 minutes)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for Contractor's Yard at 1065 Sideroad 20, New Tecumseth
• Earthworks Agreement for Fletcher Meadows Subdivision in Beeton (By-law 2021-095)
• Award of Tender T21-28 for Aeration System Blower Replacement at Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (By-law 2021-096)
• Sign By-law Request for Variance for No Frills #3770 at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a study by HDR Corporation Ltd. proposing a fixed-route bus service connecting the town's three urban communities. The report outlines recommended routes, schedules, fares, and estimated capital and operating costs. Council is asked to provide direction on the service level, with detailed financial planning to follow in a future long-term financial plan presentation.

• Proposed fixed bus route linking Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham with 36 stops
• Recommended fares: $3.00 between adjacent communities, $6.00 for full trip
• Estimated 2022 capital budget of $1.65M for three 30-foot buses and initial infrastructure
• Projected net operating costs: $64,000 in 2022, $343,000 in 2023, $879,000 in 2024
• Potential funding sources include Federal Gas Tax, OCIF reserves, and Land and Property Sale Reserve

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole met in a closed session on July 12, 2021, with a verbal report from the CAO and the Town's Solicitor about water supply from Collingwood. The agenda cites the Municipal Act, Section 239 (2) (k), covering negotiation positions or instructions, and Section 239 (2) (e), covering litigation or potential litigation. The rest of the agenda is procedural: confirming the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment. No decisions, dollar amounts, or outcomes are stated in the agenda text.

• Closed session item C.S.1: verbal report of the CAO and Town's Solicitor on water supply from Collingwood
• Item held under Municipal Act Section 239 (2) (k) — negotiation position, plan, procedure, criteria or instructions
• Item also held under Section 239 (2) (e) — litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals
• No motions, contracts, or dollar amounts listed on the agenda

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole meets July 12, 2021 to review reports from its advisory committees and consider several corporate and infrastructure items. Council will discuss an acting treasurer appointment, updates to water/wastewater billing and collection, and a debenture by-law with delegated authority. Development items include construction of the 14th Line Water Booster Station, a drainage master plan study, municipal addressing updates, cannabis production rules, 3rd Line asphalt rehabilitation, and an Alliston Hornets rental agreement. A written motion asks the Town to support St. Catharines' request to Ontario on Lyme Disease testing and treatment.

• Motion to support City of St. Catharines' request to Ontario on Lyme Disease testing and treatment
• Acting Treasurer appointment by-law #ADMIN-2021-27
• Water and Wastewater Billing and Collection By-law update #FIN-2021-20 with presentation
• Debenture By-law and Delegated Authority #FIN-2021-21
• Construction of 14th Line Water Booster Station by 2038148 Ontario Inc - Cablebridge Enterprises Ltd. #ENG-2021-22

Beeton Facility Planning Task Force

The Beeton Facility Planning Task Force is scheduled to meet virtually on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda lists routine items (confirmation of agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest) plus a review of a Summary Report dated January 22, 2020 and a verbal project update from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture. The attached January 22, 2020 report is background material from an earlier meeting; it records that the Task Force received that report and discussed an Investing in Canada's Infrastructure Program (ICIP) grant application, potential partners and user groups, and energy efficiency standards. The July 6, 2021 agenda itself contains no decisions, dollar amounts, or public hearings.

• Review of Summary Report dated January 22, 2020
• Verbal report from the Director, Parks, Recreation and Culture: Project Update
• Background report notes an Investing in Canada's Infrastructure Program (ICIP) grant application update
• Background report notes a pared-down ICIP grant application sent from the Mayor's Office to the Honourable Laurie Scott, the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, MP Terry Dowdall and MPP Jim Wilson
• Background report notes the Task Force agreed to identify potential partners and user groups, including those interested in financial partnerships

Heritage Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Heritage Advisory Committee meets June 29, 2021 to review its May 18 summary report and hear a presentation from the Supervisor of Culture and Events on changes to the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee is also expected to continue work on heritage home designations for 120 Dayfoot Street in Beeton, 130 Wellington Street West in Alliston, and 6594 Nolan Road in Tottenham, plus updates on infographics and the plaque program. The May 18 report recommended adding 120 Dayfoot Street to the Register of Significant Properties.

• Heritage designation updates for 120 Dayfoot Street, Beeton; 130 Wellington Street West, Alliston; and 6594 Nolan Road, Tottenham
• Presentation by Supervisor of Culture and Events on changes to the Ontario Heritage Act
• May 18 report recommended adding 120 Dayfoot Street, Beeton to the Register of Significant Properties
• Update on increasing awareness of the plaque program
• Update on infographic panels to highlight historic buildings and sites

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets June 28, 2021 to consider several reports. Council will decide on a sign by-law variance for a No Frills at 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham, and on noise by-law exemptions for Helena Pictures Inc. filming at four Alliston and Tottenham locations. It will also review a Fletcher Meadows subdivision earthworks agreement in Beeton, road and truck route improvements, a contractor's yard zoning amendment, and two equipment tenders.

• Sign variance for a 15.76 sq m wall sign at No Frills #3770, 110 Mill Street East, Tottenham (limit is 10 sq m); applicant paid $585.00 variance fee and $1,482.58 sign permit fee
• Noise Control By-law 2011-101 exemptions requested by Helena Pictures Inc. for filming at 527 Victoria St E, 19 Victoria St E and Dominion St, 46 Wellington St W, Alliston, and 2415 10th Sideroad, Tottenham
• Fletcher Meadows Inc. earthworks agreement for the Fletcher Meadows Subdivision in Beeton
• Zoning By-law Amendment DEV 394 for a contractor's yard at 1065 Sideroad 20, New Tecumseth
• Award of Tender T21-24 for four half-ton trucks and Tender T21-28 for aeration system blower replacement at the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets June 28, 2021 to consider a range of items from its June 14 Committee of the Whole meeting, including a debenture borrowing by-law for up to $9.5 million, several construction contracts, and zoning amendment applications. Council will also receive awards, minutes, and committee reports. The agenda includes both open and closed session items, with the closed session covering student bursary applications and Honda Canada property tax appeals.

• Debenture borrowing by-law 2021-087 authorizes up to $9,500,000 over 20 years for Collingwood pipeline OCWA loan repayment to OILC
• Award of Tender T21-27 for River Edge Phase 1 Stormwater Management Pond Cleanout to R & M Construction
• Award of Tender T21-26 for Pitel Park Construction in Beeton to Arenes Construction Ltd.
• Award of Tender T21-22 for New Town Hall Renovation and Addition at 25 Albert Street in Alliston to Matheson Constructors Limited
• Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 5520 2nd Line (JMS Investments Group Inc.) and Deer Spring Subdivision (LRG Properties Inc.)

Special Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth held a special council meeting to review requests for exemptions from the Noise Control By-law for specific properties. The meeting also included the adoption of a confirming by-law to ratify the proceedings of the session.

• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law 2011-101 for 527 Victoria St E, Alliston
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law 2011-101 for 46 Wellington St W, Alliston
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law 2011-101 for 19 Victoria St E, Victoria and Dominion St, Alliston
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law 2011-101 for 2415 10th Sideroad, Tottenham
• Adoption of By-law 2021-094 to confirm special council proceedings

Youth Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Youth Advisory Committee meets virtually on June 24, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. The committee will review its March 4, 2021 Summary Report and receive two presentations: the Alliston Interact Rotary Club on the 'Ask for ANI' domestic abuse initiative, and P.C. Joseph Chamberlain of the Nottawasaga Detachment OPP on an All Wheels Park update. It will also continue work on its 2021-2022 workplan item regarding recreation equipment and open spaces. The attached March 4 report was a summary of an earlier meeting, not decisions made at this meeting.

• Presentation by Alliston Interact Rotary Club on the 'Ask for ANI' initiative, described as a covert method to assist domestic abuse victims at no monetary cost
• Presentation by P.C. Joseph Chamberlain, Nottawasaga Detachment OPP, providing an All Wheels Park update
• Review of the Youth Advisory Committee Summary Report dated March 4, 2021
• Unfinished business: 2021-2022 Committee Workplan item on recreation equipment and open spaces
• Public can preregister with the Committee Secretary to speak on an agenda item

Committee of Adjustment

New Tecumseth's Committee of Adjustment meets June 24, 2021 to consider two applications: a minor variance at 10 Rodcliff Road in Tottenham and a consent to sever land at 73 and 69 Evans Road in Alliston. The Rodcliff Road application seeks to reduce the required setback from the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone from 90.0m to 30.0m to allow an in-ground swimming pool, rear deck, attached garage and covered front porch. Planning staff recommend deferring that application pending peer review comments from the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority on the applicant's Natural Heritage Evaluation. The Evans Road application would sever land from 73 Evans Road and adjust the lot line of 69 Evans Road to create a new 799.02 m2 lot fronting onto Hussey Street.

• Minor variance A07-21 (Keith Turner, 10 Rodcliff Road, Tottenham): reduce ORM EP setback from 90.0m to 30.0m for pool, rear deck, attached garage and covered front porch; staff recommend deferral pending NVCA peer review
• Consent B07-21 (Diego Udovicic & Carolyn Maw, 73 & 69 Evans Road, Alliston): sever land from 73 Evans Road and adjust 69 Evans Road lot line to create a new 799.02 m2 lot fronting Hussey Street
• Planning Department Report #CA-2021-17 on the Rodcliff Road minor variance
• Planning Department Report #CA-2021-18 on the Evans Road consent application
• Engineering memoranda dated June 11, 2021 and Public Works memorandum dated June 09, 2021 on the applications

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee meets virtually on June 23, 2021 to review its April 28, 2021 summary report and an updated 2021-2022 workplan. Members will hear verbal updates on Museum Month and McDonald Log Cabin program planning, and discuss the Museum Wall of Honour and expanding virtual exposure. The agenda is largely discussion and updates; no bylaws, contracts, or fee changes are listed for decision.

• Review of Summary Report dated April 28, 2021
• Verbal report on Museum Month update
• Verbal report on McDonald Log Cabin program planning
• 2021-2022 Committee Workplan - Updated
• Verbal update on Museum Wall of Honour and discussion of expanding virtual exposure

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole received background reports on two zoning by-law amendment applications. Staff recommended continuing to work through outstanding issues for both files before submitting final recommendation reports. The first item concerns a contractor's shop at 5520 2nd Line, while the second involves townhouse units in the Deer Spring Subdivision.

• Zoning amendment for a Contractor's Shop or Yard at 5520 2nd Line (File DEV 395)
• Zoning amendment for townhouse units in Deer Spring Subdivision, Blocks 393 & 394 (File DEV 405)
• Staff to address traffic, water, and design issues before final recommendations
• Public comments received regarding noise, traffic, and water concerns for the 2nd Line site

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole reviewed several administrative and infrastructure items. Key discussions included delegating records management authority to the Clerk, adopting new financial policies, and awarding tenders for Pitel Park construction and the New Town Hall renovation. The Environmental Advisory Committee recommended investigating participation in a regional climate change exchange group.

• By-law to delegate records retention authority to the Clerk (#ADMIN-2021-22)
• Award of Tender #T21-26 for Pitel Park Construction
• Award of Tender #T21-22 for New Town Hall Renovation and Addition
• By-law to adopt Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy (#FIN-2021-13)
• Recommendation to investigate joining the Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange Group

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets June 14, 2021 to consider recommendations from the May 31 Committee of the Whole, including awarding Tender T21-15 for the Riverdale Park accessible trail to Forest Ridge Landscaping Inc. and passing several by-laws. Council will also receive the 2020 audited financial statements, a year-end budget variance report, and updates on the Shephard Avenue traffic calming pilot and the County of Simcoe Municipal Comprehensive Review. Some items, including an unsolicited offer to purchase entry feature blocks in Tottenham and a Sorbara LPAT appeal direction, are listed for closed session.

• Award of RFT T21-15 Riverdale Park Accessible Trail to Forest Ridge Landscaping Inc. for $350,636.04 plus HST, with $22,312 plus HST for Harrington McAvan Ltd. and a $37,300 contingency (By-law 2021-080)
• Award of Tender T21-21 for Microsurfacing Type II with Superpave 12.5FC1 and localized chip seal/spray patching to Duncor Enterprises Incorporated (By-law 2021-082)
• Site Plan Agreement D11-AL-149 for a day care at 20 Church Street North, Alliston with 11083899 Canada Inc. (By-law 2021-081)
• 2020 Audited Financial Statements and Independent Auditors' Report from Grant Thornton LLP
• Closed session items: unsolicited request to purchase Entry Feature Blocks 137 and 140, Plan 51M-1062, Tottenham (By-law 2021-083) and Sorbara LPAT Appeal Direction PL190352

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole held a closed meeting to discuss confidential matters. They reviewed applications for the Mayor's Student Bursary Program and received an update on Honda Canada property tax appeals. These items were closed to the public due to personal privacy and litigation concerns.

• Mayor's Student Bursary Program 2021 Applications
• Honda Canada Property Tax Appeals Update

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets Monday, May 31, 2021 at 7:00+ p.m. in Council Chambers to work through reports from its committees and town departments. The most consequential item is Report #CAO-2021-06, which asks Council to adopt the Nottawasaga Community Safety and Well-being Plan, a provincially required plan developed with Essa, Adjala-Tosorontio and the OPP Nottawasaga Detachment. Council will also receive the Heritage and Accessibility Advisory Committee summary reports and several development, engineering and finance reports. Most agenda items are recommendations to receive reports or award tenders; the agenda text provided does not include dollar amounts or the outcomes of those decisions.

• Report #CAO-2021-06: adopt the Nottawasaga Community Safety and Well-being Plan, with a presentation by Avail Consulting
• Heritage Advisory Committee recommends adding 120 Dayfoot Street, Beeton to the Register of Significant Properties
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law 2011-101 for Lajos and Shelley Kellner, Sideroad 15 (#ADMIN-2021-21)
• Award of RFT T21-15 for the Riverdale Park Accessible Trail (#ENG-2021-18)
• Site Plan Agreement D11-AL-149 for 20 Church Street North-Day Care (#ENG-2021-19)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council will adopt the 2021 Tax Rates and Tax Levying By-law. The agenda includes approving contracts for a new elementary school site plan, a railway crossing upgrade, and a playground replacement. Council will also review water supply issues and a code of conduct policy.

• By-law 2021-072: Establish 2021 tax rates
• By-law 2021-074: Site Plan Agreement for elementary school at 100 Willoughby Way
• By-law 2021-073: Agreement with Canadian Pacific Railway for Mill St Tottenham crossing upgrades
• By-law 2021-076: Contract with Arenes Construction LTD for Rotary Playground at Riverdale Park
• By-law 2021-075: Rental agreement with YMCA Tottenham Day Care for Beeton Memorial Arena

CANCELLED - Special Council Meeting

The Special Council Meeting scheduled for May 31, 2021, in New Tecumseth, Ontario, was cancelled. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided record.

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a report on potential remote working arrangements for Town employees who primarily work in administrative offices. The discussion follows a May 10 meeting where Council directed staff to investigate hybrid work models. This session focused on the advantages and challenges of remote work, informed by employee surveys and an environmental scan of other organizations.

• Report #CAO-2021-07: Employment Visioning Strategy
• Presentation by Blaine Parkin, Chief Administrative Officer
• Discussion of hybrid work models for administrative staff
• Context of Albert Street property retrofit plans

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole for New Tecumseth, Ontario is holding a closed meeting on Monday, May 31, 2021, in Council Chambers. The agenda lists two closed-session items: an unsolicited request to purchase entry feature blocks in Tottenham, and direction on the Sorbara LPAT appeal. Both matters are listed under exceptions in the Municipal Act that allow council to meet privately, so no decisions or details are stated in the agenda itself.

• Closed session C.S.1: unsolicited request to purchase Entry Feature Blocks 137 and 140, Plan 51M-1062, Tottenham (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(c), proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition)
• Closed session C.S.2: Sorbara LPAT Appeal Direction, file PL190352 (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(e), litigation or potential litigation before administrative tribunals)
• Confirmation of the agenda and disclosures of pecuniary interest are also listed

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment meets May 27, 2021 to consider five applications: two minor variances for parking and a pool setback, one to increase lot coverage for a dwelling, one consent to sever and merge land, and one to permit a medical cannabis operation. The committee will also adopt minutes from its April 22 meeting and receive staff reports and agency comments. This is a decision-making meeting on land-use relief requests, not a regular council session.

• Minor variance A02-21 (Dr. Je Ho Chun, 7 Nelson Street West / 50 Church Street South, Alliston): reduce required parking from 12 to 8 spaces for two dental practitioners
• Minor variance A05-21 (Ariane St. John, 6360 2nd Line, Tottenham): reduce Oak Ridges Moraine EP Zone setback from 90.0m to 19.0m for an in-ground pool and fence
• Minor variance A06-21 (Benjamin & Carolyn Alexander, 5279 Boyne Street, Alliston): increase maximum lot coverage from 10% to 14% for a single detached dwelling
• Consent B06-21 (The Centennial Group, 5626 & 5750 3rd Line): sever 10.9 ha (27 ac) from 5750 3rd Line and merge with 5626 3rd Line, no new lot created
• Minor variance A14-20 (The Priestly Holding Corp., 5809 5th Line): permit a Medical Cannabis Personal Use Production Operation

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is reviewing a summary report that recommends establishing arboretums in each community to diversify the town's tree canopy. The committee will also hear a presentation on climate-health risks from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit and discuss ideas for the 2021-2022 workplan.

• Recommendation to establish arboretums in each community to increase tree canopy diversity
• Presentation by Sarah Warren on climate-health risks and resilience
• Review of Summary Report dated March 23, 2021
• Discussion of 2021-2022 Committee Workplan ideas

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee reviewed a summary report from its March 17 meeting. Discussions focused on accessible features for a proposed administration office at 25 Albert Street West and three local parks. The committee also discussed accessible transportation options and deferred items related to National Access Awareness Week to this May 19 meeting.

• Presentation on accessible components for proposed Administration Office at 25 Albert Street West, Alliston
• Review of accessible features in concept plans for Rotary/Riverdale Park, Faulkner Park, and Pitel Park
• Update on accessible transportation: local taxi services cited high costs for wheelchair-accessible vehicles
• Information provided on CHATS Community and Home Assistance to Seniors subsidies for accessible transport
• Update on ongoing investigation into accessible access for a relocated Royal Bank machine in Beeton

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review a summary report from April 2021, which includes a recommendation to approve a porch addition at 2157 Adjala Tecumseth Townline. The agenda also covers the 2021-2022 workplan, focusing on increasing heritage designations and public outreach. New business items include a designation report for 120 Dayfoot Street and updates on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan.

• Review of Summary Report dated April 6, 2021
• Recommendation to approve porch addition at 2157 Adjala Tecumseth Townline
• 2021-2022 Heritage Committee Workplan update
• Heritage Home Designation Report for 120 Dayfoot Street
• Update on Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole meets May 10, 2021 to receive reports and consider motions on water supply, road service levels, and several infrastructure contracts. Council will decide whether to support a lottery licensing resolution from South Bruce Peninsula and direct staff to review gravel road service levels for the 2022 budget. Reports include an update on the expired water supply agreement with Collingwood, a $50,000 County of Simcoe economic development funding application, and awards for railway crossing signal upgrades and playground development.

• Water supply update: Collingwood's plant rated at 31,140 m3/d but winter capacity is 19,872–20,995 m3/d; New Tecumseth paid $512,000 in 2017 and $532,000 in 2019 for membrane replacement
• Motion to support Town of South Bruce Peninsula on lottery licensing to assist small organizations
• Motion directing staff to review gravel road service levels and bring options for hardtop surfaces to the 2022 budget
• Award to Canadian Pacific Railway for Mill St Tottenham railway crossing warning signal upgrades
• Site Plan Agreement D11-TE-045 for 100 Willoughby Way Elementary School

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is reviewing recommendations from a Committee of the Whole meeting, including directing staff to return unused 2020 budget savings to residents. The agenda includes approving emergency evacuation agreements for local schools, awarding a tender for Falkner Park development, and deferring a decision on closing part of Second Street.

• Direct staff to return unused 2020 budget savings (staffing, travel, consultants) to residents
• By-laws 2021-061 and 2021-062 authorize emergency evacuation agreements with Catholic schools using Beeton Memorial Arena and Library
• By-law 2021-063 authorizes agreement with Latitude 67 LTD for Falkner Park Development
• Second Street partial road closing deferred to May 31 meeting
• Sign variance denied for AM PM Convenience at 2 Queen Street South; approved for Tim Hortons at 130 Queen Street North

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole held a closed meeting to discuss confidential matters protected under the Municipal Act. The agenda included a verbal report on the Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline and water supply strategy, as well as litigation matters related to 7163 3rd Line. Specific decisions or outcomes are not public because the meeting was closed to the public.

• Closed discussion on 7163 3rd Line litigation or potential litigation
• Verbal report on Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline and water supply strategy
• Negotiation positions regarding water supply strategy and next steps

Special Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council is holding a special meeting on Monday, May 10, 2021. The agenda lists routine procedural steps plus one item for consideration: a Committee of the Whole closed meeting dated May 10, 2021, referencing 7163 3rd Line, New Tecumseth. The only by-law on the agenda is By-law 2021-069, a routine confirming by-law that ratifies the proceedings of this special council meeting. The agenda does not state what was decided about 7163 3rd Line, and the closed session's subject matter is not described in the document.

• Committee of the Whole closed meeting dated May 10, 2021, referencing 7163 3rd Line, New Tecumseth
• By-law 2021-069: a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council meeting
• Confirmation of Agenda, Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest, and adoption of items not requiring separate discussion are listed as procedural steps

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee meets virtually on April 28, 2021 to welcome new members, confirm the agenda, and review its February 24, 2021 summary report. Unfinished business covers an update on interior artifacts for the McDonald Log Cabin and the 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan. The agenda itself is largely procedural; the attached February report notes 224 museum artifacts itemized by an interim student whose contract ended March 31, 2021.

• Review of the Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee Summary Report dated February 24, 2021
• Update on interior artifacts for the McDonald Log Cabin
• Discussion of the 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan, including deaccession of museum items, a fireplace for the McDonald Log Cabin, a Virtual Wall of Honour Award, and fencing separating the Museum from the Riverdale Park boundary
• February report: interim student itemized 224 museum artifacts; contract ended March 31, 2021
• Public input via preregistration with the Committee Secretary through the Request to Speak form

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets April 26, 2021 to receive reports and recommendations on heritage, litigation, sign variances, tax arrears, budget variances, cannabis consultation, a road closing, school evacuation use, community grants, and a park tender. Most items are staff reports for receipt, with a few recommendations to approve or deny specific requests. The agenda is largely a list of items for Council's committee to consider before any final decisions.

• Sign variance for a backlit sign box at AM PM Convenience, 2 Queen Street South, Tottenham, recommended for denial
• Sign variance for two new ground signs for Tim Hortons at 130 Queen Street North, Tottenham, recommended for approval
• Tax Arrears Status Report as at December 31, 2020 (#FIN-2021-08)
• Year-End Forecast and Budget Variance Report as at December 31, 2020 (#FIN-2021-09)
• Award of Tender #T21-01a for Falkner Park Development (#PRC-2021-08)

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets in a closed session on April 26, 2021, at Council Chambers. The only substantive item is a confidential discussion of property assessment and taxation appeals, closed to the public under the Municipal Act's litigation exemption. The rest of the agenda is procedural: confirming the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment.

• Closed session item C.S.1: Property Assessment and Taxation Appeals
• Held under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(e) — litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals
• No public session items, contracts, or dollar amounts listed on this agenda
• Meeting scheduled for Council Chambers at 7:00++ p.m.

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets April 26, 2021 to consider recommendations from its April 12 Committee of the Whole meeting. Items include a by-law setting council remuneration and expenses, amendments to parking, stop sign, and speed limit by-laws, and by-laws authorizing contracts for the Beeton accessible pedestrian signal upgrades and the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre roof replacement. Council will also receive a planning public meeting report on two development applications and consider a road maintenance agreement with Bradford West Gwillimbury.

• By-law 2021-054 to set Council remuneration and expenses
• By-laws 2021-055 and 2021-056 amending parking, stop sign, and speed limit schedules
• By-law 2021-057 authorizing agreement with Guild Electric Limited for Beeton Accessible Pedestrian Signal Upgrades
• By-law 2021-059 authorizing agreement with Protek Roofing and Sheet Metal Inc. for New Tecumseth Recreation Centre built-up roof replacement
• Planning public meeting items: Poetry Living (Parkside) Ltd. Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment at 214 Gray Avenue, and Town Comprehensive Zoning By-law Update

Committee of Adjustment

New Tecumseth's Committee of Adjustment meets April 22, 2021 to consider six applications: four minor variances and two consents. Items include a parking reduction for a dental office at 7 Nelson Street West, lot coverage and setback relief for residential properties, and boundary lot line adjustments. Planning staff recommend deferring the dental office parking variance (File A02-21) for up to six months to allow the applicant to address site plan deficiencies.

• File A02-21: Minor variance to reduce required parking from 12 to 8 spaces for a dental office at 7 Nelson Street West / 50 Church Street South, Alliston; staff recommend deferral up to six months
• File A03-21: Minor variance to increase maximum lot coverage from 10% to 13% for a rear yard accessory structure at 2564 15th Sideroad
• File A04-21: Minor variance to reduce interior side and rear yard setbacks from 1.0 m to 0.6 m for a shed at 106 Turner Drive, Tottenham
• File B03-21: Consent for boundary lot line adjustment from 5059 5th Line in favour of 2091 Sideroad 18
• File B04-21: Consent for boundary lot line adjustment from 16 Tottenham Road in favour of 519 Victoria Street East, Alliston

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting will receive two planning reports. The first concerns applications to redesignate and rezone 214 Gray Avenue in Alliston from commercial to residential to allow nine single detached homes; staff recommend continuing to work through issues before any recommendation report. The second is the statutory public meeting on the Town's first draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law update, which staff also recommend receiving while work continues.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment for Poetry Living (Parkside) Ltd., 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston (File DEV 404): redesignate from Corridor Commercial to Urban Residential and rezone from CC-4 to UR2-21 for nine single detached dwellings on a 0.50-hectare (1.24-acre) vacant site
• Engineering staff recommend a Holding prefix until water supply issues are addressed; Town expects additional water from Collingwood by 2024
• Canadian Pacific Railway is not in favour of residential uses not compatible with rail operations and requests recommended guidelines be followed
• Comprehensive Zoning By-law Update (File DEV 389): first draft released March 19, 2021, prepared by The Planning Partnership; statutory public meeting under Section 34(12) of the Planning Act
• Draft Zoning By-law highlights include expanding housing types and additional residential units, adding bicycle parking requirements, and introducing as-of-right mixed use in mid and high rise residential zones

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets April 12, 2021 to consider a series of by-laws and committee items. Key decisions include amending a water supply agreement with the Township of Essa for an additional 400 cubic metres of water from the Alliston-Collingwood pipeline, approving a site plan for a commercial restaurant at 23 Queen Street North in Tottenham, and awarding a contract for roadway line painting. Council will also receive an update on COVID-19 and consider closing an unopened portion of Second Street.

• By-law 2021-048: Amending water supply agreement with Township of Essa for additional 400 cubic metres of water from Alliston-Collingwood pipeline
• By-law 2021-049: Site plan agreement for commercial restaurant at 23 Queen Street North, Tottenham (Queen Tottenham Inc.)
• By-law 2021-050: Contract with Provincial Road Markings Inc. for approximately 200 km of roadway line painting annually
• By-law 2021-046: Amending business licensing by-law to regulate pet stores
• By-law 2021-051: Closing unopened portion of Second Street on Plan 209 between Lots 25-41 east side and Lots 30-46 west side

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets April 12, 2021 to consider a range of items including a $13,000 provincial Fire Safety Grant for the fire service, a report on eliminating train whistles at public crossings, and a motion supporting replacement of Banting Memorial High School. Council will also review several by-law variance requests, a speed limit and parking by-law update, and multiple contract awards for infrastructure work. Several items are routine approvals and committee reports.

• Fire Safety Grant: Council asked to approve a $13,000 provincial grant application and authorize a transfer agreement with Ontario
• Train whistles: Report #FIRE-2021-01 reviews whether to pursue whistle cessation at public rail crossings, noting Transport Canada rules and an 8-step process
• Banting Memorial High School: Written motion from Councillor Lacey supports replacing the 1949 school and asks the Minister of Education to prioritize funding
• Tender awards: T21-02 for Beeton accessible pedestrian signal upgrades and RFT T21-03 for New Tecumseth Recreation Centre roof replacement
• By-law variances: Requests from Wimpy's Diner and W. John Thomas Funeral Home (234 and 244 Victoria St E, Alliston), Salon 21 (133 Queen St S, Tottenham), and a fence variance at 94 Pridham Place, Tottenham

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole is holding a closed meeting on April 12, 2021, with all substantive items discussed behind closed doors. Councillors will select the 2021 Senior of the Year Award nominee and the 2021 Virtual Wall of Honour nominee, both handled privately because they concern identifiable individuals. They will also discuss Transport Canada Rail Safety Improvement Program funding for realigning the sidewalk on the south side of the Mill Street railway crossing, based on confidential information from a government source. No public decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Closed session to select the 2021 Senior of the Year Award nominee (personal matter about an identifiable individual)
• Closed session to select the 2021 New Tecumseth Virtual Wall of Honour nominee (personal matter about an identifiable individual)
• Closed session discussion of Transport Canada Rail Safety Improvement Program funding for realigning the sidewalk at the south side of the Mill Street railway crossing
• No dollar amounts, contracts, or public hearings appear on this agenda
• Meeting includes confirmation of agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment

Special Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is holding a special meeting on April 12, 2021. The main substantive item is a report (C.S.3) on Transport Canada Rail Safety Improvement Program funding for realigning the sidewalk on the south side of the Mill Street railway crossing. Council will also receive the Committee of the Whole closed meeting report and pass a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

• Report C.S.3: Transport Canada Rail Safety Improvement Program (RSIP) funding for realignment of the sidewalk at the south side of the Mill Street railway crossing
• Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting report dated April 12, 2021
• By-law 2021-053 to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council meeting
• No dollar amount for the RSIP funding is stated in the agenda text

Heritage Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Heritage Advisory Committee meets virtually on April 6, 2021 to review its Feb. 23 summary report and continue several files. It will get updates on demolition permits, the Tottenham Water Tower and the 2021-2022 workplan, and consider a building permit application for the designated property at 2157 Adjala Tecumseth Townline. Members will also discuss heritage webpage content. Much of the attached package is procedural or marked 'Section 14' and could not be read in detail.

• Building permit application and site plan for designated property at 2157 Adjala Tecumseth Townline
• Update on Tottenham Water Tower; earlier report cited $472,776.96 restoration vs. $163,803.60 demolition estimates
• Update on demolition permits; committee wants all town demolition permits forwarded to it
• 2021-2022 Committee Workplan discussion
• Heritage webpage content

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets March 29, 2021 at 7:00+ p.m. in Council Chambers to work through staff reports and committee minutes. Items include a by-law amendment to regulate pet stores, an amended water supply agreement to sell water to the Township of Essa via the Alliston-Collingwood Pipeline, and a request from Woodington Lake Management Inc. for a Minister's Zoning Order. The agenda also lists routine items such as the 2020 council remuneration report and February 2021 cheque summary; the agenda text does not state dollar amounts or outcomes.

• By-law to amend Business Licensing and Regulation By-law 2008-119 to regulate pet stores (#ADMIN-2021-09)
• Amending water supply agreement for sale of water to the Township of Essa from the Alliston-Collingwood Pipeline (#ENG-2021-07)
• Woodington Lake Management Inc. request for a Minister's Zoning Order (PD-2021-19)
• Site Plan Agreement D11-TO-039 for Queen Tottenham Inc. commercial restaurant at 23 Queen Street North (#ENG-2021-09)
• Award of Tender T21-05 for two one-ton crew cab pick-up trucks with dump body (#PW-2021-06) and Tender T21-06 for one combination plow and sander truck (#PW-2021-07)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets March 29, 2021 to consider deputations on a proposed new administration building and Pierce Park basketball courts, plus a range of development and infrastructure items. Council will vote on by-laws authorizing a Belterra Estates subdivision agreement, a site plan for a manufacturing facility at 6805 5th Line in Tottenham, and several contracts including plumbing services and the 2021 Gravel Road Upgrade Program. A closed session covers a Local Planning Appeal Tribunal matter and a Collingwood-to-Alliston pipeline water supply update.

• Deputations on Pierce Park basketball courts, a proposed new administration building, and a new administration centre
• By-law 2021-037: Amending subdivision agreement for Phase 4 of Belterra Estates Subdivision (2038148 Ontario Inc.)
• By-law 2021-039: Site plan for Toronto Sheet Metal Inc. manufacturing facility at 6805 5th Line, Tottenham
• By-law 2021-041: Award of Tender T21-10 for the 2021 Gravel Road Upgrade Program (Cox Construction Limited)
• Closed session: LPAT matter Build it Green Canada Inc. draft plan of subdivision, and Collingwood to Alliston pipeline water supply update

Committee of the Whole Working Session

At this working session, the Committee of the Whole receives Report #PD-2021-18 on the Town's ongoing Comprehensive Zoning By-law update and a presentation by The Planning Partnership. The report is for information only; no decision is being made. The second draft By-law was released for public review on March 19, 2021, with a Public Open House on March 31 and a statutory public meeting on April 14, 2021.

• Report #PD-2021-18: Comprehensive Zoning By-law Update, received for information with a presentation by The Planning Partnership
• Second draft Zoning By-law released for public review March 19, 2021
• Draft updates zoning categories including Urban Residential, Downtowns, Commercial, Employment, Greenlands, Rural and Agricultural Areas
• Key changes include expanding permitted housing types, additional residential units, bicycle parking requirements, and as-of-right mixed use in mid and high rise residential zones
• Public Open House March 31, 2021 and statutory public meeting April 14, 2021

Special Council Meeting - 29 Mar 2021 - Cancelled

New Tecumseth council is holding a special meeting whose agenda centers on a by-law to amend the town's Business Licensing and Regulation By-law to add licensing and regulation of pet stores. The by-law would set a $150 pet store licence fee and add rules on animal care, sourcing, and record-keeping. A second by-law would confirm the meeting's proceedings. The agenda is marked cancelled.

• By-law 2021-046 would amend By-law 2008-119 to license and regulate pet stores
• Pet store licence fee set at $150.00 under Schedule #1
• Pet store licensing period runs January 1 to December 31
• Rules would require cats/dogs come from municipal shelters, humane societies/OSPCA, or reputable rescue groups
• By-law 2021-047 would confirm the proceedings of the March 29, 2021 special council meeting

Committee of Adjustment

New Tecumseth's Committee of Adjustment meets March 25, 2021 to consider two applications: a minor variance at 42 Roy Road in Tottenham to reduce the required setback to the Environmental Protection Zone from 7.5 to 4.0 metres for a pool and accessory structures, and a consent application at 157 Yonge Street in Alliston to extend a registered lease with Tim Hortons/Wendy's for 21 years or more. Planning staff recommend approval of the minor variance, with NVCA requiring a permit before construction. The meeting is held by virtual Zoom at 7:00 p.m.

• Minor variance A01-21: Frank & Michelle Falletta, 42 Roy Road, Tottenham — reduce EP Zone setback from 7.5 m to 4.0 m for rear-yard pool and accessory structures; staff recommend approval
• Consent B02-21: Rizzardo Bros Holdings Inc. (agent Dillon Consulting), 157 Yonge Street, Alliston — extend registered lease with TIMWEN Partnership & Wendy's Restaurants of Canada Inc. for 21 years or more under Section 50(3)(f) of the Planning Act
• NVCA comments (March 17, 2021): property at 42 Roy Road is within NVCA regulation limit; written permission to develop required before municipal approvals
• Engineering memo (March 9, 2021): owner must show pool and structures on approved grading plan submitted with building permit application
• Adoption of January 28, 2021 Committee of Adjustment minutes

Committee of the Whole Closed Working Session

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole is meeting in a closed working session on March 24, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. The only substantive item is a closed-session matter involving Turner Consulting Group Inc. on equality and diversity training, held under the Municipal Act Section 239 (3.1) for the purpose of educating or training members. The rest of the agenda is procedural: confirmation of the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment. Because the session is closed, the agenda does not state what will be decided.

• Closed working session item C.S.1: Turner Consulting Group Inc. — Equality and Diversity Training
• Held under Municipal Act Section 239 (3.1) to educate or train members
• Meeting at Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m., March 24, 2021
• Agenda also includes confirmation of agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment

Special Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is holding a special meeting on March 24, 2021, with one substantive item: a verbal report from the CAO on appointing Pamela Fettes as Clerk. Council will consider By-law 2021-034 to make that appointment and repeal By-law 2014-021, then pass By-law 2021-035 confirming the meeting's proceedings. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• By-law 2021-034 would appoint Pamela Fettes as Clerk of the Town of New Tecumseth
• By-law 2021-034 would repeal By-law 2014-021
• Verbal report of the CAO on the Clerk appointment
• By-law 2021-035 confirms the proceedings of the March 24, 2021 special council meeting

Environmental Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Environmental Advisory Committee meets virtually on March 23, 2021 to review its January 26, 2021 summary report, hear a presentation from Urban Forest Technician Peter Shields on the Town's urban forestry program, and receive correspondence from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The committee will also discuss draft work plan ideas under new business. The January report was the committee's first meeting of the term, at which Councillor Jebb was appointed Chair and Councillor Harrison McIntyre Vice Chair.

• Presentation by Peter Shields, Urban Forest Technician, on the Town of New Tecumseth Urban Forestry Overview
• Review of the Environmental Advisory Committee Summary Report dated January 26, 2021
• Correspondence from Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit: Community Actions Mitigation and Adaptation Tables
• Draft Committee Work Plan - Ideas under New Business
• Public input available by pre-registering with the Committee Secretary via the Request to Speak form

Accessibility Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually to review its January 20, 2021 summary report and hear a deputation from Parks, Recreation and Culture Director Dan Burton regarding 25 Albert Street, Alliston. The committee will also review park land concept plans for Rotary, Falkner and Pitel parks, and continue unfinished business on accessible transportation, accessibility awareness days, and reporting AODA violations. Much of the agenda is procedural, and the attached concept drawings are largely illegible.

• Deputation by Dan Burton, Director, Parks, Recreation and Culture, re: 25 Albert Street, Alliston
• Review of Accessibility Advisory Committee Summary Report dated January 20, 2021
• Park land concept plans for Rotary Park, Falkner Park and Pitel Park
• Unfinished business: Accessible Transportation update
• Unfinished business: Reporting AODA Violations and 2021 National Access Awareness Week / Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets March 15, 2021 to consider a range of items, including a sign by-law variance request for a Tim Hortons at 3 Dunham Drive in Alliston and several infrastructure contracts and agreements. Council members will also debate two written motions on truck routing signs and municipal insurance rates. Several advisory committee reports and development applications are on the agenda for receipt or decision.

• Sign variance request from Pride Signs Limited on behalf of The TDL Group Corp. (Tim Hortons) at 3 Dunham Drive, Alliston (#ADMIN-2021-07)
• Motion from Deputy Mayor Norcross directing staff to report on improving truck routing signs on Industrial Parkway, Alliston
• Motion from Councillor Harrison McIntyre requesting the Province review AMO's recommendations on municipal insurance rates; town insurance costs exceed $700,000 annually and rose 25% over 3 years
• Amending subdivision agreement for Belterra Estates Phase 4 (2038148 Ontario Ltd - Cablebridge Enterprises Ltd.) (#ENG-2021-05)
• Proposed Official Plan Amendment for San Marco in Lamis Ltd., Huntington Woods, 6209 14th Line (File DEV 209, OMB File PL110269)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets March 15, 2021 to consider the March 1 Committee of the Whole report and a slate of by-laws. Key items include agreements with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for COVID-19 immunization clinics, a rezoning at 27 Mill Street East in Tottenham, and a new Community Improvement Plan for Alliston, Beeton and Tottenham. Several items are procedural, including minutes adoption and a confirming by-law.

• By-laws 2021-021 and 2021-022: facility use agreement and MOU with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for COVID-19 immunization clinics at Alliston Memorial Arena and Tottenham Community & Fitness Centre
• By-law 2021-025: rezone 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham from Urban Residential (UR1) to UR3-42 for street and group townhouses
• By-laws 2021-026 and 2021-027: establish new Community Improvement Plan project areas and a new CIP for Alliston, Beeton and Tottenham
• By-law 2021-023: public parking agreement for 33 Victoria Street West, Alliston
• By-law 2021-028: agreement with Duivenvoorden Haulage Ltd. for supply of crushed granular road material

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets in a closed session on March 15, 2021, with three items listed. Two concern litigation or potential litigation: a Local Planning Appeal Tribunal case involving Build it Green Canada Inc.'s draft plan of subdivision (File NT-T-1801, LPAT File PL180947), and a verbal report from the Town's Solicitor regarding the Town of New Tecumseth ats Dallard. A third item is a verbal report from the CAO on the Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline and water supply update, cited under property security and solicitor-client privilege. The agenda also includes confirmation of the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment.

• Closed session on LPAT appeal for Build it Green Canada Inc. draft plan of subdivision, Lots 31 to 37, Part of East Side Lot F, Plan 209 (File NT-T-1801, LPAT File PL180947)
• Verbal report from the Town's Solicitor on Town of New Tecumseth ats Dallard litigation
• Verbal report from the CAO on the Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline and water supply update
• All items discussed in closed session under Municipal Act Section 239 exceptions
• No dollar amounts or decisions are stated in the agenda text

Youth Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Youth Advisory Committee meets virtually to review its January 21, 2021 summary report, receive a Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation presentation on hospital redevelopment, and continue work on its 2021-2022 work plan covering community parks, transportation, arts and culture. The committee also discusses a youth webpage on the Town website and a draft transit route from the Transit Implementation Study. No bylaws, contracts, or fee changes are on this agenda.

• Presentation by Elyse Martin, Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation, on redevelopment of Stevenson Memorial Hospital, including youth mental health programs and the Mary McGill Mental Health Centre
• 2021-2022 Work Plan discussion on community parks, transportation, arts and culture, including possible transit stops and sports facilities such as basketball courts, volleyball nets and dirt pump tracks
• Draft Transit Route - TNT from the Transit Implementation Study listed as correspondence
• New business on a Youth Advisory Committee webpage, referencing the Town Website Posting Policy (Policy #COMM-CO-16-01)
• Review of the Youth Advisory Committee Summary Report dated January 21, 2021

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole holds a planning public meeting on applications to redesignate and rezone 20 and 24 Dayfoot Street in Beeton from residential to employment/industrial uses. The applicant, Borden Metal Products (Canada) Ltd., wants to build a new storage and processing building to expand its existing adjacent manufacturing facility. Staff recommend receiving report PD-2021-13 and continuing to work through issues before bringing a recommendation report to a future meeting; no decision is being made at this meeting.

• Official Plan Amendment to redesignate 20 & 24 Dayfoot Street from Low Density Residential to Employment Area Two
• Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone from Urban Residential (UR1) to Urban Industrial - Exception (UM-XX)
• Proposed front yard setback reduction from 10.0 metres to 9.6 metres
• Concept plan shows a proposed 1,171.2 m² (64m x 18.3m) storage and processing building
• Three public comments received, citing flooding and vibration concerns; Simcoe County District School Board and Enbridge Gas noted no concerns

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets March 1, 2021 to consider a $5,000,000 borrowing by-law, zoning amendments for a Help House at 6204 10th Line and a mapping correction at 7254 9th Line, and committee appointments. Council will also receive Integrity Commissioner reports on a Code of Conduct complaint and a Conflict of Interest Act application, and hear a verbal COVID-19 update from the CAO.

• By-law 2021-017 to authorize borrowing of $5,000,000.00
• Zoning amendment at 6204 10th Line to permit a Help House and increase maximum gross floor area (File DEV 400)
• Zoning amendment at 7254 9th Line to correct a mapping error from Rural Industrial to Agricultural (File DEV 401)
• Integrity Commissioner reports on Code of Conduct Complaint 2020-06 and Conflict of Interest Act Application 2020-09
• Citizen appointments to Museum on the Boyne and Youth Advisory Committees

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets in a closed session on March 1, 2021. The only substantive item is a verbal report from the CAO about an unsolicited request to purchase a portion of NTRC lands, discussed under the Municipal Act's closed-meeting rules for proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition. The rest of the agenda is procedural: confirming the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjournment.

• Closed session item C.S.1: verbal CAO report on an unsolicited request to purchase a portion of NTRC lands
• Item held under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(c) — proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
• No dollar amounts, addresses, or named parties appear in the agenda text
• Remaining agenda items are procedural (agenda confirmation, pecuniary interest disclosures, adjournment)

Special Council Meeting - 01 Mar 2021 - Cancelled

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Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets March 1, 2021 to work through a 351-page agenda covering council motions, committee reports, and staff reports. Key items include a facility use agreement for a COVID-19 immunization clinic, a zoning amendment for 27 Mill Street East in Tottenham, and a tender award for crushed granular road material. Several councillor motions ask staff to study parking in Tottenham, review the Code of Conduct complaint process, and draft a pet shop licensing by-law.

• Facility Use Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding for a COVID-19 Immunization Clinic (#CAO-2021-02)
• Update to Report #PD-2020-01: Zoning By-law Amendment application for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File No. DEV 399)
• Award of Tender T21-08 for supply of crushed granular road material (#PW-2021-04)
• Use of Land for Public Parking Agreement at 33 Victoria Street West, Alliston (#ADMIN-2021-05)
• Councillor motions on Tottenham parking, Code of Conduct review, pet shop licensing, and supporting Clearview Township and Township of Perry resolutions

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee meets virtually on Feb. 24, 2021 to review its Dec. 16, 2020 summary report and discuss a 2021-2022 committee work plan. Also on the agenda are an update on the artifact digitization project and a photo of the McDonald Log Cabin with its heritage plaque. The agenda itself is largely procedural; the attached December report describes past discussion rather than new decisions.

• Review of Summary Report dated December 16, 2020
• Digitization Project Update (intern hired; archival collection being digitized, partly funded by 4 of 5 associated municipalities and a Young Canada Works grant)
• 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan to be discussed
• Correspondence item: photo of McDonald Log Cabin with heritage plaque
• Public can preregister to speak via the Request to Speak form

Heritage Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Heritage Advisory Committee meets virtually on Feb. 23, 2021, to review its January 12 summary report and discuss unfinished and new business. Items include the heritage tree designation process, an update on the Register of Significant Properties and heritage designations, demolition permit review periods, and preservation of the Tottenham Water Tower. The agenda is largely procedural; no decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Review of Summary Report dated January 12, 2021, including a recommendation to proceed with designating 130 Wellington Street West, Alliston under the Ontario Heritage Act
• Recommendation to add 103 Centre Street North, Beeton to the Register of Significant Properties
• Heritage Tree Designation Process, tied to the Tree and Natural Vegetation Management Policy By-law
• Demolition permit review periods: 10 days for non-significant, 60 days for significant, and up to 90 days for designated properties
• Tottenham Water Tower Preservation, referencing a 2017 restoration report and past funding research

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole meets Feb. 1, 2021 to receive advisory committee reports and consider several planning and corporate items. Council will decide whether to continue and expand the Temporary Restaurant Patios Program and waive permit fees for the 2021 season. It will also consider three zoning by-law amendment applications and awards of consulting and playground equipment contracts.

• Temporary Restaurant Patios Program (#ED-2021-02): proposed fee waiver for 2021 season to support local restaurants
• Zoning By-law Amendment, Walton South Simcoe Residential Development Corp. c/o Robert Schickedanz, Block 142 Plan 51M-1053, West Country Subdivision, Beeton (File DEV 396)
• Zoning By-law Amendment, Dorsey Farms Limited c/o Giancarlo Di Giambattista, 6204 10th Line (File DEV 400)
• Town-initiated Zoning By-law Amendment, 7254 9th Line (File DEV 401)
• Heritage Advisory Committee recommends designating 130 Wellington Street West, Alliston and adding 103 Centre Street North, Beeton to the Register of Significant Properties

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets February 1, 2021 to adopt prior meeting minutes, receive correspondence, and consider a range of planning matters. Several zoning by-law amendment applications and a draft plan of subdivision are on the agenda, along with a deputation from the New Tecumseth Public Library Board about the Alliston branch. Council will also receive a verbal COVID-19 update and consider a Community Improvement Plan by-law for a Mill Street dental office.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (N.A.K. Building Services Ltd., File No. DEV 399)
• Community Improvement Plan signage, awning and lighting grant for 24 Mill St. W., Tottenham, tied to By-law 2021-010
• Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 1065 Sideroad 20 (Dev No. 394), 6204 10th Line (File No. DEV 400), and 7254 9th Line (File No. DEV 401)
• Statutory Public Meeting on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for 79 Tupper Street East, Alliston (Far Sight Homes Inc., File Nos. NT-T-2001 & Dev 392)

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting in closed session on February 1, 2021. Members will hear a verbal report from the Town's Solicitor regarding litigation involving the Town and Dallard, and receive a status update on the New Tecumseth Improvement Society. Both items are closed to the public under the Municipal Act. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session: verbal report from Town Solicitor on Town of New Tecumseth ats Dallard litigation (Municipal Act s. 239(2)(e))
• Closed session: New Tecumseth Improvement Society status update, citing solicitor-client privilege and litigation (s. 239(2)(f) and (e))
• Confirmation of agenda and disclosures of pecuniary interest are listed
• Meeting scheduled for Council Chambers at 7:00++ p.m.
• Adjournment follows the closed session items

Special Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council held a special meeting on February 1, 2021, to consider items from its Committee of the Whole, including a resolution on Official Plan amendments and awarding a playground equipment contract. Council was set to pass By-law 2021-012 authorizing an agreement with PlayPower LT Canada Inc. for replacing Rotary Adventure Playground at Riverdale Park in Alliston under RFP P20-07. The agenda also lists a closed session on a legal matter (Town ats Dallard) and a New Tecumseth Improvement Society update, plus a confirming by-law.

• By-law 2021-012: agreement with PlayPower LT Canada Inc. for design, supply and installation of playground equipment at Rotary Adventure Playground, Riverdale Park, Alliston (RFP P20-07)
• Council resolution to permit Official Plan amendments within two years of the Town's Official Plan approval
• Closed session: verbal report of the Town's Solicitor re: Town of New Tecumseth ats Dallard
• Closed session: New Tecumseth Improvement Society status update
• By-law 2021-013: confirming by-law for the special council proceedings

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is considering two consent applications to create new lots: one at 6805 5th Line in Tottenham and one at 1219 17 Sideroad. Staff recommend deferring the 6805 5th Line application up to three months because the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority says it cannot support it over floodplain and slope-erosion concerns. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and adoption of December 17, 2020 minutes.

• Consent B13-20: sever 2.4 ha (5.9 ac) lot from 6805 5th Line, Tottenham; staff recommend deferral up to 3 months
• NVCA says it cannot support B13-20, citing floodplain hazard, no building envelope, and 30 m setback concerns
• Consent B01-21: create one new rural lot at 1219 17 Sideroad (Melissa & Christopher Pasqua)
• Public Works says 6805 5th Line will require a tree inventory under the Tree and Natural Vegetation Policy By-law
• Staff note a public petition on B13-20 relates to a different nearby property and is not relevant

Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting

The Environmental Advisory Committee meets virtually on January 26, 2021 to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, confirm the agenda, and review orientation materials. The agenda is largely procedural; no substantive decisions, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled. The committee advises Council on environmental matters when directed, aligned with the Town's Strategic Plan.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for the committee
• Review of Summary Report
• Orientation materials include 2021 meeting dates, Terms of Reference, and Strategic Plan
• Public can pre-register to speak on agenda items via the Town website
• 2021 meeting dates set for March 23, May 25, July 27, September 28, and November 23

Youth Advisory Committee

New Tecumseth's Youth Advisory Committee meets virtually on January 21, 2021 to receive its December 3, 2020 summary report and hear two presentations. Elyse Martin of the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation will present on the hospital's redevelopment, and Joseph Chamberlain will give an All Wheels Park update. Under new business, the committee is to discuss a 2021-2022 work plan covering community parks, transportation, arts and culture.

• Presentation by Elyse Martin, Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation, on hospital redevelopment
• Presentation by Joseph Chamberlain on an All Wheels Park update
• Review of the Youth Advisory Committee Summary Report dated December 3, 2020
• New business: 2021-2022 work plan on community parks, transportation, arts and culture
• December 3, 2020 report notes the Cure for Courts youth mental health fundraiser was cancelled due to COVID-19

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting

New Tecumseth's Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually on January 20, 2021. The agenda includes receiving the December 9, 2020 summary report and a presentation from Mark McCague on playground equipment replacements at Eastern Park in Tottenham and Beeton Community Park in Beeton. Unfinished business covers accessible transportation, accessibility awareness days, and reporting AODA violations.

• Presentation by Mark McCague, Supervisor Parks and Open Spaces, on playground equipment replacements for Eastern Park, Tottenham and Beeton Community Park, Beeton, with draft renderings
• Review of the Accessibility Advisory Committee Summary Report dated December 9, 2020
• Unfinished business: Accessible Transportation update
• Unfinished business: 2021 National Access Awareness Week and 2021 Global Accessibility Awareness Day
• Unfinished business: Reporting AODA Violations

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting is holding public meetings on five planning items: four Zoning By-law Amendment applications and a statutory public meeting on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan. No decisions are scheduled — staff reports only provide background, and staff will continue working with applicants before bringing recommendation reports to a future meeting. The largest item is a proposed contractor's shop or yard at 1065 Sideroad 20 for parking up to ten commercial vehicles.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for a contractor's shop/yard at 1065 Sideroad 20 (Solution Services Inc.), proposing parking for 10 commercial vehicles, 7 staff vehicles, bin storage and a fuel tank area
• Zoning By-law Amendment for Dorsey Farms Limited at 6204 10th Line (File No. DEV 400)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 7254 9th Line (File No. DEV 401)
• Statutory Public Meeting on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for Far Sight Homes Inc. at 79 Tupper Street East, Alliston (File Nos. NT-T-2001 & Dev 392)

Heritage Advisory Committee

The New Tecumseth Heritage Advisory Committee meets virtually on January 12, 2021 to review its December 8, 2020 summary report and discuss several heritage matters. Items include reviewing the 2018 Heritage Plaque Policy, considering heritage designation for 130 Wellington Street West in Alliston, and reviewing the Register of Significant Properties entry for 103 Centre Street North in Beeton. The committee will also receive an update on increasing meeting frequency and review a provincial synopsis on protecting heritage trees.

• Review of Heritage Plaque Policy (2018) and possible changes to owner consent process
• Heritage Home Designation Report for 130 Wellington Street West, Alliston
• Register of Significant Properties review for 103 Centre Street North, Beeton
• Update on increasing meeting frequency from bi-monthly to every six weeks
• Heritage Tree Designation Process discussion referencing Ontario Urban Forest Council synopsis

Committee of the Whole Meeting

New Tecumseth's Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports, including a request to approve changes to how $50,000 in County of Simcoe 2019 economic development grant funds are spent. Staff propose moving $12,000 from lower-priority projects to expand the Temporary Restaurant Patio Program, and waiving municipal patio fees again in 2021. The committee is also receiving advisory committee reports and considering a zoning amendment at 27 Mill Street East in Tottenham.

• Reallocation of $12,000 in County of Simcoe 2019 EDFP funds to expand the Temporary Restaurant Patio Program
• Proposed waiver of municipal fees for the 2021 patio program, forgoing $19,500 in budgeted revenues
• Zoning By-law Amendment application by N.A.K. Building Services Ltd. for 27 Mill Street East, Tottenham (File No. DEV 399)
• Community Improvement Plan Signage, Awning and Lighting Grant for 24 Mill St. W., Tottenham
• Accessibility Advisory Committee recommends staff contact local taxi companies about wheelchair accessible vehicles

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council meets January 11, 2021 to adopt minutes, receive communications, and consider a Committee of the Whole report covering items such as a Rogers Communications licence agreement, an interim tax levy, a site plan agreement removal, and an Official Plan amendment. Council will also receive a verbal COVID-19 update and consider several by-laws. Some items, including a zoning amendment at 27 Mill Street East, were deferred.

• By-law 2021-001: First Amending and Extension Agreement to License Agreement with Rogers Communications Inc. for 6830 4th Line, Tottenham
• By-law 2021-002: interim tax levy prior to adoption of 2021 estimates
• By-law 2021-003: removal of Site Plan Agreement for 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston (Poetry Living Parkside Ltd.)
• By-law 2021-004: adoption of Amendment No. 56 to the Official Plan (Belterra Estates Treetops and Briar Hill West holdout parcels)
• By-law 2021-007: amendment to Fees and Charges By-law 2020-117

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

The Committee of the Whole meets in a closed session on January 11, 2021, with two verbal reports from the CAO. One concerns an update on the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program; the other concerns the New Tecumseth Improvement Society. Both items are discussed in closed session under cited sections of the Municipal Act, so no details are disclosed in the agenda.

• Closed session item C.S.1: verbal CAO report on the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program update, cited under Municipal Act s.239(2)(h) and (k)
• Closed session item C.S.2: verbal CAO report on the New Tecumseth Improvement Society, cited under Municipal Act s.239(2)(f) and (e)
• Agenda also lists confirmation of the agenda and disclosures of pecuniary interest
• Meeting scheduled for Council Chambers at 7:00++ p.m.

Special Council Meeting

New Tecumseth's Special Council Meeting on January 11, 2021 follows a largely procedural agenda: confirming the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adopting items. The only substantive items listed are a Committee of the Whole report including a County of Simcoe 2019 Economic Development Funding Program update, and a closed-session verbal report from the CAO on the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The agenda also lists by-laws, a confirming by-law, and adjournment.

• County of Simcoe 2019 Economic Development Funding Program update (C.W.3, Office of the CAO)
• Closed-session verbal report of the CAO on the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (C.S.1)
• Committee of the Whole Meeting dated January 11, 2021
• Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting dated January 11, 2021
• Confirming by-law listed for adoption