New Tecumseth public meetings in 2022

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a request to widen a driveway at 6375 14th Line to accommodate fire trucks. They are also considering a consent application to sever land into three new lots for the Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation.

• Minor variance for 6375 14th Line to permit a 16.11m driveway for a proposed Fire Hall
• Consent application B18-22 to sever land into three new lots at 72 Queen Street North
• Approval of minutes from the October 27, 2022, meeting

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee is reviewing a Zoning By-law Amendment for Phase 5 of the Belterra Registered Plan of Subdivision. The proposal seeks to update residential zones to match a recently approved plan that reconfigures lot types and dwelling numbers. Staff are currently working through application details before submitting a final recommendation.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Phase 5 lands (File No. DEV 427)
• Proposal to rezone lands to new Low Rise Residential zones for single, semi-detached, and townhome dwellings
• Request to remove Holding Symbol (H9) from applicable lands
• Revision of plan to include a maximum of 1,856 dwelling units

Council Meeting

Council will review 2023 and 2024 user fee adjustments and a Community Improvement Plan grant for 95 Victoria Street West. The agenda also includes discussions on illegal dumping and the impacts of provincial Bill 23.

• 2023 and 2024 User Fee Adjustments (By-law 2022-121)
• Community Improvement Plan Grant for 95 Victoria Street West, Alliston
• Appointment of a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (By-law 2022-119)
• Deputation regarding paving 2nd Line between 20th Sideroad and 17th Sideroad
• Charity Street Naming Fundraiser for Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a five-year lease for public parking in Alliston and the establishment of a new Agricultural Advisory Committee. Additionally, the committee is considering the designation of various events as municipally significant to streamline liquor licensing.

• Five-year lease agreement for public parking at 37-39 Victoria Street West, Alliston
• Establishment of the New Tecumseth Agricultural Advisory Committee
• 2023 Designation of Municipally Significant Events for liquor permit streamlining
• 2023 Interim Tax Levy By-law discussion
• Amending agreement with Bell Mobility Inc. at 6830 4th Line, Tottenham

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting includes a session for Council orientation as permitted by the Municipal Act. The meeting also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings and actions taken during the session.

• Council orientation for member education and training
• By-law 2022-118 to confirm Special Council proceedings

Special Council Meeting

Council will review the impacts of Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, on the Town of New Tecumseth. The meeting also includes a closed session for Council orientation and the adoption of By-law 2022-117 to confirm meeting proceedings.

• Overview of impacts from Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022
• Council orientation closed meeting
• By-law 2022-117 to confirm proceedings

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a Memorandum of Understanding to contract the City of Barrie for special operations services. This agreement would provide technical rescue capabilities, including HazMat and ice/water rescue, through 2027.

• Memorandum of Understanding for Special Operations Services with the City of Barrie
• Annual stand-by fee of $5,100 for 2023, increasing to $5,500 by 2027
• Youth Advisory Committee summary report
• 2023 and 2024 user fee adjustments
• Request to move Committee of Adjustment meetings to in-person starting January 1, 2023

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing year-end budget forecasts, procurement reports, and the status of the Town Hall project. They are also considering a request to approve a new member composition for the Nottawasaga Police Services Board.

• Appointment of Brooklyn Faith MacRae as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• Review of Year-End Forecast and Budget Variance Report as of September 30, 2022
• Nottawasaga Police Services Board member composition approval request
• Town Hall Project Status Report #8
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 72 Queen Street North, Tottenham

Council Meeting

This meeting serves as an inaugural session featuring the declaration of office by the Mayor and Members of Council. The agenda focuses on ceremonial proceedings and the formal adoption of Council actions through By-law 2022-111.

• Declaration of Office by the Mayor and Members of Council
• Inaugural Address by Mayor Richard Norcross
• By-law 2022-111 to confirm the proceedings of Council

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application to reduce landscaped open space and increase driveway width at 61 Wallace Street. The request aims to accommodate an additional parking space for a proposed residential unit. Staff and departments have provided comments regarding drainage, snow storage, and utility protection.

• Minor variance for 61 Wallace Street: reduce landscaped open space from 50% to 45%
• Minor variance for 61 Wallace Street: increase maximum driveway width from 5.0m to 5.5m
• Consent applications B10-B16-22 to create 8 freehold parcels for townhomes at 4981 Sideroad 10
• Deferred: Minor variance for 87 Steele Street regarding side and rear yard setbacks
• Deferred: Consent application B17-22 to sever 3.5 acres at 260 Queen Street North

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning is reviewing an application to rezone portions of a property from Institutional to Low-Rise Residential. The proposal aims to recognize three existing residential dwellings that have been on the property since at least 1989. Staff are currently awaiting comments from the Public Works Department before making a formal recommendation.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application (DEV 421) for 72 Queen Street North, Tottenham
• Proposal to rezone parts of the property from Institutional (I) to Low-Rise Residential (LR)
• Potential future application to sever three residential portions from the church property
• Requirement for an encroachment agreement regarding a parking area encroaching 1.53 metres into the Town right-of-way

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is reviewing a summary report from its August 23, 2022, meeting. The committee is discussing a $299.00 rental fee for a Tottenham and District Lion's Club skateboard event and planning a video shoot for Local Government Week.

• $299.00 allocation for Tottenham Community Centre Skateboard Park rental
• Tottenham and District Lion's Club Skateboard Park Fun Event presentation
• Local Government Week video shoot planning at The Gibson Centre and Tottenham Community and Fitness Centre

Council Meeting

Council will review several development and infrastructure items, including zoning amendments and official plan changes. The meeting also includes discussions on community grants and various municipal by-laws.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 4981 10th Sideroad
• Town-Wide Official Plan Amendment regarding Bill 109
• Community Improvement Plan grant applications for 95 Victoria Street West
• Temporary road closure for Dayfoot Street and English Drive, Beeton
• Rental fee assistance request for South Asian Network

Council Meeting

The Council will consider establishing a Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the municipal election. The meeting also includes deputations regarding Bill 5 and a proposed Rotary Club volunteer fair.

• Establishment of a Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the Municipal Election
• Deputation from Women of Simcoe Say No regarding Bill 5, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
• Deputation from Rotary Club of Alliston regarding a proposed Volunteer Expo
• Hillcrest Off Leash Dog Park update
• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 4981 10th Sideroad

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing asset management plans for Fleet and Fire services. The meeting also includes reports from the Accessibility and Environmental Advisory Committees regarding community improvements and budget recommendations.

• Fleet and Fire asset management plans with replacement costs of $15.0M and $11.6M respectively
• Proposed $5,000 annual budget for the Environmental Advisory Committee
• Proposed $40,000 accessibility budget for 2023, including $15,000 for parks
• Temporary road closure for Dayfoot Street and English Drive in Beeton
• Community Improvement Plan grant applications for 95 Victoria Street West, Alliston

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee is considering several minor variance and consent applications. Items include a request for a reduced setback for a garage, a proposal for a row of townhomes, and requests regarding yard setbacks and land severances.

• Minor variance for 6893 9th Line to reduce interior side yard setback from 3.0m to 1.4m for an attached garage
• Consent application for 4981 Sideroad 10 to create 8 freehold parcels for a row of townhomes
• Minor variance for 87 Steele Street to reduce side and rear yard setbacks (deferred)
• Consent application for 260 Queen Street North to sever 3.5 acres for two commercial parcels (deferred)

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting includes a confidential verbal report from the CAO regarding an industrial development opportunity. The meeting also includes the adoption of By-law 2022-101 to confirm the proceedings of the session.

• Confidential CAO report regarding industrial development opportunity
• By-law 2022-101 to confirm Special Council proceedings

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning is reviewing an application to rezone property from Agricultural One to a site-specific Low-Rise Residential Zone. The proposal seeks to permit a single row of eight freehold townhome units fronting onto Lorne Thomas Place. Staff have recommended receiving the report and continuing work on the application before submitting a final recommendation.

• Zoning amendment for 4981 10th Sideroad (File No. DEV 424)
• Proposed development of one townhome row containing eight freehold units
• Request to reduce minimum lot area, frontage, and landscaped open space requirements
• Request to increase permitted maximum garage width

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Committee will review a previous summary report and hear presentations regarding the Fatal Light Awareness Program and baking leftovers at Wastewater Treatment Plants. Members will also discuss unfinished business including the Town Energy Audit Report, the 2021-2022 Workplan, and the Climate Change Action Plan update.

• Presentation: FLAP Fatal Light Awareness Program
• Presentation: Baking leftover at WWT Plants
• Discussion: Town Energy Audit Report
• Discussion: 2021-2022 Workplan review
• Discussion: Climate Change Action Plan update

Special Council Meeting

Council is receiving a presentation on the 'Make It New Tec' economic development strategy developed by McSweeney & Associates. The strategy provides guidance for the Town through 2027 and will be brought forward to the new term of Council for consideration and approval.

• Presentation of 'Make It New Tec: Economic Development Strategy' by McSweeney & Associates
• Proposed 5-year strategy focusing on commercial districts, investment readiness, diversification, and business retention
• Report #ED-2022-04 regarding economic development planning

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports, including a proposal to rename the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Brendan Holly Wastewater Treatment Facility. Staff are also recommending the creation of a new school crossing guard policy to manage future growth and service levels.

• Proposal to rename Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant to Brendan Holly Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Recommendation to create a school crossing guard policy and maintain 22 current positions
• Allocation of $299.00 for a Tottenham and District Lions Club skateboard park event
• Museum on the Boyne received $4,000.00 Platinum Jubilee Grant and $4,000.00 Simcoe County Tourism grant
• Request to add 19 Alexander Street and 87 Wellington Street West to the Register of Significant Properties

Council Meeting

Council will review several recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including the deregulation of taxicabs and limousines. The meeting also addresses infrastructure items such as road closures for bridge replacement and traffic calming strategies.

• Repeal of the Taxicab and Limousine By-law and removal of related fees
• Temporary road closure for 12th Line Bridge #12004 replacement
• Honda Foundation grant for the Riverdale Park accessible trail extension
• Traffic calming assessments for Albert Street and Patterson Street
• Town-wide Official Plan Amendment regarding site plan submission requirements

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Committee will review a summary report from May 2022 and discuss upcoming 2023 budget items. The meeting also includes updates on signage for accessible washrooms and QR codes for Town parks.

• Review of the May 18, 2022, AAC Summary Report
• Discussion of 2023 budget items
• Update on increased signage for accessible washrooms at events
• Update on QR codes for all Town parks
• Information regarding the South Simcoe One Roof Grand Opening

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Committee is reviewing a summary report and discussing updates on the Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan. Members are also discussing potential additions to the Register of Significant Properties and upcoming budget suggestions.

• Proposed Public Information Session regarding Heritage Designation benefits
• Review of properties at 4988 2nd Line, 1332 17th Sideroad, and the Tuam Post Office
• Update on the draft Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan
• Discussion of 2023 Budget Suggestions
• New 30-day notice requirement for property owners before Council consideration

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for minor variances, including a request to reduce parking requirements at 27 Casserley Crescent. Other items include discussions on additional residential unit sizes and driveway widths for various properties.

• Minor variance for 27 Casserley Crescent to reduce parking from 2 spaces to 1 to accommodate an additional residential unit
• Minor variance for 4 Michaelis Street to reduce landscaped open space from 50% to 41.15% and increase driveway width to 5.50m
• Minor variance for 2 Pettit Court to allow an additional residential unit with a gross floor area 37% above the allowed amount
• Minor variance for 1880 Sideroad 20 to increase detached additional residential unit size from 80 to 89.2 square metres
• Application for 36 Gray Avenue to permit two driveways and increase maximum driveway width to 11.0 metres

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The committee will review a summary report from April 2022 and discuss upcoming business. Topics include the 2023 budget, the Wall of Honour, and general museum updates.

• Review of the Museum Summary Report dated April 27, 2022
• Discussion of the 2023 Budget
• Discussion of the Wall of Honour 2023
• Update on Museum grounds and security following vandalism incidents
• Report on funding received from the County of Simcoe Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to amend the Town's Official Plan to align with Bill 109, the More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022. The amendment aims to establish clear requirements for complete planning applications and incorporate new site plan control processes. This includes delegating site plan approval authority to staff to meet new provincial timelines.

• Town-wide Official Plan Amendment regarding Bill 109 site plan requirements
• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 689 Victoria St. E., Alliston (File No. DEV 416)
• Proposed delegation of site plan application approval authority to the Director of Engineering

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee met to review their July 12, 2022, summary report. Members discussed promotional ideas for Local Government Week, including a potential video featuring Mayor Milne. The committee also prepared items for future discussion regarding AMCTO updates.

• Review of Summary Report dated July 12, 2022
• Presentation by Cael Cohen regarding a Skateboard Park Fun Event
• Update on Local Government Week video shoot
• AMCTO update

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council is reviewing a public hearing regarding $11,088.33 in tax write-offs. The meeting also includes discussions on water supply agreements and zoning by-law amendments.

• Public Hearing: $11,088.33 in total tax write-offs (Report #FIN-2022-29)
• By-law 2022-086: Removing size restrictions for Accessory Dwelling Units
• By-law 2022-087: Removing Holding (H6) and (H21) symbols on specific lands
• Water Supply Agreement between New Tecumseth and Collingwood
• Request for exemption from Fence By-law 2007-100 at 47 Second Street, Beeton

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to deregulate the taxi and limousine industry. Council is also considering a motion to halt and remove completed works at the Hillcrest Dog Park following resident concerns.

• Motion to halt Hillcrest Dog Park construction and restore the site to grass
• Proposal to repeal the Taxicab and Limousine By-law and remove associated fees
• Amendment to the Procedure By-law regarding online registration for public speaking
• Establishment of a Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the 2022-2026 term
• Temporary road closure for the 12th Line Bridge #12004 replacement

Special Council Meeting

Council is reviewing an updated agreement to continue the supply of potable water from Collingwood to New Tecumseth. The agreement includes updated definitions for cost sharing, water supply rates, and administration fees. It also outlines New Tecumseth's rights regarding future plant expansions.

• Supply of Water Agreement between Collingwood and New Tecumseth
• By-law 2022-084 to authorize the execution of the water agreement
• Proposed administration fee subject to a maximum 2% CPI
• Sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 14 Church Street South, Alliston
• Preliminary budget for expansion of $120,905,000

Committee of Adjustment

The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment will consider four minor variance applications on July 28, 2022, all seeking relief from zoning by-law provisions to allow driveway widening, additional residential units, or parking changes. The committee will also confirm the agenda, disclose any pecuniary interests, and adopt the minutes from the June 23 meeting.

• 4 Michaelis Street, Alliston: reduce landscaped open space from 50% to 41.15% and widen driveway from 4.87m to 5.50m for an accessory basement dwelling (A16-22)
• 2 Pettit Ct., Tottenham: allow an attached additional residential unit exceeding the 40% gross floor area maximum (A17-22)
• 1880 Sideroad 20: increase detached additional residential unit gross floor area from 80 sq m to 89.2 sq m (A18-22)
• 36 Gray Avenue, Alliston: permit two driveways and increase driveway width from 6.0m to 11.0m for staff parking (A19-22)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its May 24, 2022 summary report and hear two presentations: one from the Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) and one from LSCRA on carbon footprint reduction and energy initiatives. The committee will also receive updates on the Town Energy Audit Reporting and discuss rain barrel distribution at the Farmer's Market. This is a regular advisory meeting with no binding decisions expected.

• Presentation: FLAP Fatal Light Awareness Program by Maria Jawaid
• Presentation: Carbon Footprint Reduction and Energy Initiatives by Phil Davies and Dave Lembcke (LSCRA)
• Update: Town Energy Audit Reporting
• Discussion: Rain barrels – date and location at Farmer's Market

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council will consider several items, including a by-law to remove electronic participation from Council and committee meetings starting August 1, 2022, pending new Town Hall technology. They will also vote on amendments to the noise control by-law, exemptions for fence and noise by-laws at specific properties, and development agreements for residential projects. The agenda includes public meetings for zoning by-law amendments and a closed session on property assessment and taxation appeals.

• By-law 2022-082: Repeals sections 2.1(g) and 2.2 of Procedure By-law 2022-034 to remove remote attendance, effective August 1, 2022.
• By-law 2022-078: Amendment to Noise Control By-law 2011-101.
• By-law 2022-079: Site Plan Agreement Amendment #4 with Alliston Developments Limited for a 46-unit apartment building at 30 Dunham Drive, Alliston.
• By-law 2022-080: Development Agreement with Flato Group companies to front fund Dayfoot Street works in Beeton.
• By-law 2022-081: Amendment to Parking and Traffic By-law 93-128 to add 'No Stopping' zones near St. Paul's and St. Cecilia Catholic Schools.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider a new Supply of Water Agreement with Collingwood, which includes buying Collingwood's 18.5% share of the pipeline for $6.5M and contributing $71M to expand Collingwood's water plant. The committee will also review several written motions for 2023 budget capital requests, including a splash pad, cricket field, and park repairs, plus a proposed water servicing allocation policy. Other items include the sale of town properties, a fence by-law exemption, a zoning by-law housekeeping amendment, and a rain barrel rebate program.

• Supply of Water Agreement: $6.5M purchase of Collingwood's pipeline share, $71M contribution to plant expansion
• Motion to include capital request for Tottenham Fitness Community Centre splash pad expansion in 2023 budget
• Motion to include capital request to investigate a cricket field at an existing sports field in 2023 budget
• Motion to include Coventry Park maintenance and repair costs in 2023 budget
• Motion to develop a 'use it or redistribute it' water servicing allocation policy with sunset clauses

Committee of the Whole Working Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive a report on the Economic Resiliency and Recovery Strategy and enter a working session led by McSweeney & Associates to provide input on priorities and action items. The strategy aims to support local businesses and bridge the gap until a new long-term plan is developed. The final strategy is expected to be presented to Council in September 2022, with adoption sought in early 2023.

• Working session on Economic Resiliency and Recovery Strategy (Report #ED-2022-03)
• Strategy replaces expiring Economic Development Strategic Plan 2018-2022
• Funded by County of Simcoe's 2021 Economic Development Funding Program
• Consultant McSweeney & Associates conducted situational analysis, interviews, and business survey
• Second working session with local business stakeholders scheduled for July 26, 2022

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its summary report and discuss updates on the Heritage Conservation District (HCD) plan, the Banting Homestead Barn, and the Register of Significant Properties. The committee will also consider budget suggestions for the upcoming year. The agenda includes a proposal for a public information session to educate property owners about heritage designation and the register.

• Review of June 7, 2022 summary report recommending a public information session on heritage designation and Register of Significant Properties
• Update on Beeton Heritage Conservation District Plan, with options for next steps to Council
• Discussion of adding properties at 4988 2nd Line, Schomberg; 1332 17th Sideroad; and Tuam Post Office site to Register of Significant Properties
• Update on Banting Homestead Barn and Heritage Open House
• Budget suggestions for heritage programs

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to consider three zoning by-law amendment applications. The main item is a proposal by Liberty Development Corporation to rezone 124-146 Young Street in Alliston to allow apartments, townhomes, a nursing home, a retirement home, and a drive-through restaurant, with increased building height and reduced parking. The other items include a similar rezoning application for 119 Queen Street North in Tottenham and a town-initiated housekeeping amendment. No final decisions are being made; staff will continue to work on the applications and bring back recommendation reports.

• Rezoning of 124-146 Young Street, Alliston to allow apartments, townhomes, nursing home, retirement home, fourplex, and drive-through restaurant
• Request to increase maximum building height from 37.5 m to 41.4 m at 124-146 Young Street
• Request to reduce required parking for apartment units from 989 to 660 spaces at 124-146 Young Street
• Rezoning application for 119 Queen Street North, Tottenham (File DEV 420)
• Town-initiated housekeeping zoning by-law amendment (File PD-2022-30)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to confirm its agenda and review a summary report from May 4, 2022. The committee will discuss recommendations for youth services focusing on STEAM programs, multi-sport education, and mentorship, as well as a proposed Playstreet policy for temporary road closures. The agenda includes unfinished business on promoting Local Government Week and items for the next agenda.

• Review of Summary Report dated May 4, 2022
• Recommendation to establish youth services for STEAM, multi-sport, and mentorship
• Discussion of Playstreet Policy for short-term road closures
• Local Government Week promotion ideas
• All Wheels Skate Park update

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including amendments to the Noise Control By-law to delegate minor exemption approvals to staff, a fence height exemption request, and development agreements. The agenda also includes the 2021 audited financial statements and various infrastructure items. Decisions made here will be forwarded to Council for final approval.

• Amendment to Noise Control By-law 2011-101 to delegate minor noise exemption approvals to the Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement
• Request for exemption from Fence By-law 2007-100 for a 2.01m high fence at 24 Hawke Cres, Tottenham
• Request for noise by-law exemption for a backyard wedding at 21 Peacock Trail, Alliston on July 30, 2022
• 2021 Audited Financial Statements and Independent Auditors' Report
• Site Plan Agreement Amendment 4 for Alliston Developments Limited (46-unit apartment building at 30 Dunham Drive)

Council Meeting

Council will hear a deputation from Christopher Jones asking it to revisit a denied $2,500 signage grant for 8 Main Street West, Beeton, which requires a unanimous vote. Council will also consider three zoning by-law amendments, a draft plan extension, and an Ontario Land Tribunal update. The agenda includes routine items like cheque summaries and meeting minutes.

• Deputation: Christopher Jones requests approval of $2,500 Community Improvement Grant for signage at 8 Main Street West, Beeton
• Zoning by-law 2022-074: rezone 1003 Sideroad 20 from Agricultural Two to Rural Highway Commercial to permit health services, offices, retail, and apartment
• Zoning by-law 2022-075: rezone 5520 2nd Line to Agricultural Exception with holding provision for contractor's shop or yard
• Draft plan extension request for Villarboit Industrial Plan of Subdivision at 6437 and 6485 14th Line, Alliston
• Ontario Land Tribunal update: hearing scheduled Nov 7, 2022 for Build it Green Canada Inc. subdivision appeal

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including a proposal to add three full-time co-op students to address staffing vacancies, requests for zoning by-law amendments for properties in Alliston and New Tecumseth, and a motion to paint three permanent crosswalks (Pride, Every Child Matters, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls) in the 2023 budget. The committee will also consider a motion to request OPP speed enforcement on 15th Sideroad and a motion to return to in-person council meetings while retaining virtual options.

• Proposal to add 3 full-time co-op students at $125K annual budget, funded by reducing gapping budget
• Zoning by-law amendment for 1003 Sideroad 20, New Tecumseth (File DEV 413)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 5520 2nd Line (File DEV 395)
• Motion to paint three permanent crosswalks: Pride, Every Child Matters, and MMIWG, at Victoria Street (Alliston) and St. Thomas Aquinas High School (Tottenham)
• Motion to request OPP speed enforcement on 15th Sideroad near the rail trail crossover

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider several items including a zoning by-law amendment for a property on 20th Sideroad, indexing of development charges, and reports on the Town Hall project. They will also discuss correspondence from the County of Simcoe about transitioning library services to a new Information Library Service (ILS), which involves changes to how library services are delivered. The agenda includes routine procedural items and several by-laws for approval.

• Zoning by-law amendment application for Robert and Regina Armstrong, 4824 20th Sideroad, Cookstown (File DEV 417)
• Indexing of Town Development Charge By-law 2021-166 (Report FIN-2022-19)
• Request for exemption from Fence By-law 2007-100 at 29 Daniele Ave S, Beeton
• Community Improvement Grant for signage at 8 Main Street West, Beeton (Chris Jones)
• By-law 2022-071: Pre-Servicing Agreement with Fletcher Meadows Inc. for residential subdivision

Committee of Adjustment

The New Tecumseth Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three minor variance applications and three consent (land severance) applications. Decisions include allowing a shed in an exterior side yard, reducing a parking requirement, reducing a rear yard setback, and creating new lots at two properties. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Minor variance A13-22: allow shed in exterior side yard at 298 Tupper Boulevard, Alliston
• Minor variance A14-22: reduce parking from 2 to 1 space at 27 Casserley Crescent, deferred pending engineering clarification
• Minor variance A15-22: reduce rear yard setback from 7.5m to 5.1m at 18 Rogers Road, Alliston
• Consent B09-22: sever land to create one new lot at 18 Rogers Road, Alliston
• Consent B08-22: sever land to create three new lots at 47 Walnut Street, Alliston

Committee of the Whole Working Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a working meeting to discuss two main items: the 2022 Long Range Financial Plan (LRFP) and a list of 2022 project amendments. The LRFP presents a 10-year financial forecast with capital and operating costs, and the project amendments seek direction on projects with cost overages and proposed deferrals. No final decisions are made at this working session; council will provide direction for future budget processes.

• LRFP covers 2022-2031 with $731M in capital projects and $950M in operating expenses
• Project amendments include $2M for Tottenham Transmission Main & Mill St Reservoir, $1.1M for Fire Station #4, $330K for 12th Line Bridge replacement
• Proposed deferrals total $3,314,580 including Belterra Park ($1,222,732) and Brookfield Park ($894,848)
• Hillcrest Well project savings of ~$2.4M could offset other project costs
• Funding sources include debentures, gas tax reserve, and ICIP funding

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will hold a public meeting to receive a zoning by-law amendment application for a wedding and event venue on a farm at 4824 20th Sideroad, Cookstown. Staff recommend continuing to work on the application before bringing a final recommendation. The committee will also discuss a list of capital projects with cost overruns and proposed deferrals, seeking direction from Council.

• Zoning by-law amendment for on-farm diversified use (wedding/event venue) at 4824 20th Sideroad, Cookstown
• Proposed cost overruns: Tottenham Transmission Main & Mill St Reservoir ($2M), Fire Station #4 Construction ($1.1M), 12th Line Bridge #12004 Replacement ($330K)
• Proposed deferrals totaling $3,314,580, including Belterra Park Development ($1,222,732) and Brookfield Park Development ($894,848)
• Hillcrest Well and Pumping Station Improvements savings (~$2.4M) to offset additional spending
• Public comments on the zoning application: none received as of report writing

Council Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider a range of routine and substantive items, including reports on April 2022 cheques, a temporary road closure on Sideroad 10, and provisional ditching works. Council will also discuss several Committee of the Whole items, including a street naming policy, a noise by-law exemption request, capital funding for road reconstruction, a zoning by-law housekeeping amendment, and adoption of a tree by-law and related fees. Several by-laws are scheduled for enactment, covering appointments, road closures, tree protection, and fee amendments.

• Temporary road closure of Sideroad 10 from Highway 89 to 14th Line, Alliston
• Provisional ditching works tender T22-06 for 11th Line and provisional roads resurfacing
• Capital funding for T22-04 7th Line Road Reconstruction
• Noise by-law exemption request for 6755 3rd Line, Tottenham
• Tree by-law and fee amendments (By-laws 2022-063 and 2022-064)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider several items, including a motion to direct staff to report on a no-litter sign program to discourage illegal dumping, a request for the police board to purchase Project Lifesaver receivers, and a report on delegating site plan approval authority to staff due to Bill 109. The committee will also review a fence by-law exemption request and an appointment to the Alliston BIA board.

• Motion to report on costs of a no litter sign program to discourage illegal dumping
• Request for Nottawasaga Police Service Board to purchase two Project Lifesaver receivers at $5,000
• Exemption from Fence By-law 2007-100 for an 8-foot fence at 29 Daniele Ave S, Beeton
• Appointment of Chris Cork to Alliston BIA Board of Management
• Delegation of site plan approval authority to Director of Engineering per Bill 109

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is reviewing a summary report and discussing unfinished business, including adding three properties to the Register of Significant Properties and developing a process for abandoned cemeteries. The committee will also consider an amended process for the register and potential schoolhouse properties.

• Recommendation to add 12 Mill Street East, Tottenham; 25 Main Street West, Beeton; and 161 Centre Street North, Beeton to the Register of Significant Properties
• Discussion of infographic panels for Mary McGill Centre, Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Muddy Water Hotel, and Tottenham Steam Train
• Unfinished business: Register of Significant Properties - amended process and schoolhouses
• New business: Abandoned Cemetery Process

Council Meeting

Council will consider several items including establishing 2022 tax rates, approving a development agreement for two new lots at 5077 Boyne Street, and rezoning land at 2404 15th Sideroad. They will also review reports on procurement, year-end budget variance, and a deputation requesting water allocation for 10 residential lots at Rivers Edge Phase 4. The agenda includes routine administrative updates and a closed session for confidential matters.

• By-law 2022-051 to establish 2022 tax rates
• Development agreement with Treviso Capital Corporation for two lots at 5077 Boyne Street, Alliston
• Zoning by-law amendment for 2404 15th Sideroad from Agricultural (A2) to Environmental Protection (EP)
• Five-year management agreements with Alliston and Tottenham Tennis Clubs
• Deputation by HBNG Holborn Group requesting water allocation for 10 residential lots at Rivers Edge Phase 4

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several staff reports and recommendations, including an amended Street Naming Policy that would permit charities to fundraise through street naming auctions, a request for a noise by-law exemption at 6755 3rd Line, Tottenham, and a capital funding request for the 7th Line Road reconstruction. The committee will also receive summary reports from the Accessibility Advisory Committee and Youth Advisory Committee, and consider various other administrative and development items.

• Street Naming Policy #AC-POL-004-2022 amendment to allow charitable street naming auctions
• Request for exemption from Noise Control By-law No. 2011-101 at 6755 3rd Line, Tottenham
• Capital funding for T22-04 7th Line Road Reconstruction
• SmartCentres Phase 1 Urban Design Brief for 30 Dunham Drive, Alliston (File No. DEV 393)
• Town Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment (Housekeeping) Direction Report

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider nine applications: six minor variances and three consents. The variances seek relief from zoning rules for driveways, pools, setbacks, and accessory buildings, while the consents involve lot creation and an easement. Staff recommend approval for all items, with some subject to conditions.

• Minor variance at 25 McCabe Lane, Tottenham to reduce landscaped open space from 50% to 38% and increase driveway width from 4.5m to 5.5m for an accessory dwelling unit parking
• Minor variance at 53 James A McCague Avenue, Alliston to permit a swimming pool in the front yard
• Minor variance at 1414 Tottenham Road to allow a pool within the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone, subject to NVCA comments
• Consent application at 2404 Sideroad 15 to create one new lot, subject to conditions
• Consent application at 65 Young Street, Alliston to establish a storm water easement along 240 Tupper Boulevard

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review its March 22, 2022 summary report and hear a presentation on the proposed Climate Change Action Plan. They will also discuss unfinished business including the Climate Change Action Plan workshop, the Fatal Light Awareness Program, and an update on electric vehicle charging stations.

• Presentation by Senior Planner Laura Brannon on proposed Climate Change Action Plan
• Discussion of County of Simcoe EV charging stations at New Town Hall in Alliston
• Working session on Climate Change Action Plan and Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP)
• Update on EV charging station initiatives

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its March 16, 2022 summary report and discuss updates on accessibility initiatives, including a flag raising for Multiple Sclerosis Day, endorsing accessibility upgrades at a Tottenham restaurant, proclaiming National AccessAbility Week, and purchasing an aquatic wheelchair and flotation devices for the Alliston Rotary Pool. The agenda includes correspondence, unfinished business, and new business items.

• Flag raising ceremony at Town Administration Centre May 24-31, 2022 for Multiple Sclerosis Day (May 30)
• Endorsement of accessibility upgrades at Taste of Freedom Country Inn and Restaurant in Tottenham
• Mayor proclamation for National AccessAbility Week (May 29-June 4) and Global Accessibility Awareness Day (May 19)
• Purchase of aquatic wheelchair and two special needs personal flotation devices for Alliston Rotary Pool, estimated $3,000 from 2022 Accessibility Budget
• Discussion on accessible washroom signage and portable accessible washrooms at events

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on the 2022 tax rates and tax levying by-law, which sets municipal, county, and education tax rates for all property classes. It will also consider a motion to denounce Russia's invasion of Ukraine and limit purchases traced to Russia, a request to build a town-owned greenhouse, and several development and community items. The agenda includes routine reports from advisory committees and a request to add three properties to the heritage register.

• 2022 Tax Levying By-law (Report #FIN-2022-14) setting tax rates for municipal, county, and education purposes
• Motion to denounce Russia's war against Ukraine and limit purchases of products/services traced to Russia
• Request to build and operate a town-owned greenhouse at the Joint Operations Centre in Beeton
• Development agreement for Treviso Capital Corporation, 5077 Boyne Street severances (#ENG2022-13)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 2404 15th Sideroad (File No. DEV 415, #PD-2022-17)

Council Meeting

Council will receive a tax arrears status report showing properties eligible for tax sale dropped to 103 as of December 31, 2021, with arrears reduced to $1.9M. The agenda includes by-laws to regulate fireworks, update fees and charges, and authorize a site plan agreement for an industrial development at 258 Church Street South, Alliston. Council will also hear a deputation requesting creation of a water committee, and hold a closed session to discuss the sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston, and a water pipeline update.

• Tax arrears status report: 103 properties eligible for tax sale, arrears down to $1.9M from $4.1M in 2020
• By-law 2022-047 to regulate and control the sale and discharge of fireworks, repealing by-law 93-136
• By-law 2022-048 to amend the Fees and Charges By-law 2021-123
• By-law 2022-049 to authorize a Site Plan Agreement with 5022918 ONTARIO Inc. for industrial development at 258 Church Street South, Alliston
• Closed session to discuss sale of 10 and 14 Wellington Street East and 13 Church Street South, Alliston, and Collingwood to Alliston Pipeline water supply update

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its March 23 summary report and continue unfinished business, including a workshop to prioritize youth programming options and promotion ideas for Local Government Week. The committee will also hear any public requests to speak on agenda items.

• Youth Programming Priorities Workshop
• Promotion of Local Government Week
• Review of Summary Report dated March 23, 2022
• Request to Speak preregistration available

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee will review its February 23, 2022 summary report, which includes museum upgrades, a $21,473 federal grant, and a Wall of Honour nomination. The committee will also discuss painting a storage shed and receive a verbal update from the Supervisor of Culture.

• Review of Summary Report dated February 23, 2022
• 2022 Museum on the Boyne Wall of Honour nomination and celebration date
• Painting of storage shed
• Verbal report of Supervisor of Culture on museum updates
• Museum received $21,473 re-opening grant from Museums Assistance Program

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its March 2022 summary report, which includes a recommendation to proceed with heritage designation for the Museum on the Boyne Building at 250 Fletcher Crescent, Alliston. The committee will also discuss unfinished business, including 2022 infographic panels and the Register of Significant Properties, and receive updates on the Banting Homestead Barn and Tottenham Water Tower.

• Recommendation to designate Museum on the Boyne Building (250 Fletcher Crescent, Alliston) under Ontario Heritage Act
• Update on Banting Homestead Barn: unsafe condition, options include restoration or demolition with salvage
• Tottenham Water Tower: no expressions of interest received; staff reviewing late correspondence
• Prioritized list for 2022 infographic panels: Mary McGill Centre, Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Muddy Water Hotel, Tottenham Steam Train
• Properties for 2022 Register of Significant Properties: 161 Centre Street North (Beeton), 12 and 13 Mill Street East (Tottenham), Muddy Water Hotel (Main Street, Beeton)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is meeting to receive reports and consider by-laws, including a proposed open-air burning by-law, a preliminary subdivision agreement for the Beeton Meadows development, and a licence agreement with Canada Post. Council will also hear deputations on the Dufferin County Multicultural Foundation and electric vehicle charging stations, and discuss a report on proposed provincial planning changes (Bill 109) and a proposed multi-story residential building at 66 & 76 Victoria Street West, Alliston.

• By-law 2022-042: open-air burning by-law
• By-law 2022-043: preliminary subdivision agreement with Main Street Meadows Inc. and Flato Beeton East Developments for Beeton Meadows Subdivision
• By-law 2022-045: licence agreement with Canada Post for a community mail box on Fraser Avenue, Tottenham
• Report #PD-2022-16: proposed multi-story residential building at 66 & 76 Victoria Street West, Alliston
• Deputation: request for $250 yearly membership from Dufferin County Multicultural Foundation

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a new fireworks by-law, two requests for fence by-law exemptions, an update to the fees and charges by-law, and a site plan agreement. The agenda also includes a motion from the Town of East Gwillimbury regarding federal support for the Lake Simcoe Clean Up Fund. Most items are listed for discussion, with no final votes indicated in the agenda.

• Fireworks By-law #FIRE-2022-02
• Fence by-law exemption request at 53 James A. McCague Avenue, Alliston
• Fence by-law exemption request at 3828 Sideroad 15
• Update to Fees and Charges By-law 2022-006
• Site Plan Agreement D11-AL-166 with 5022918 ONTARIO Inc. at 258 Church Street South, Alliston

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is holding a working session to discuss next steps for managing future growth, based on updated population and employment forecasts from Simcoe County's Municipal Comprehensive Review. Council will also review proposed refinements to Agricultural System mapping and provide comments to the County. Both items are discussions, not final decisions.

• Discussion on next steps for managing growth, with significant growth directed to New Tecumseth from 2021 to 2051
• County of Simcoe updated population and employment forecast for the Town, part of Phase 1 of the MCR
• Proposed Agricultural System mapping changes affecting Town Depot #2 (7th Line, Beeton) and Mel Mitchell Park (northeast of Beeton)
• Potential future settlement area boundary expansions near Alliston, Beeton, and Tottenham
• Town Official Plan update budgeted for 2023-2024

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is considering several written motions and staff reports. Key items include requesting County of Simcoe assistance for S.H.I.F.T. to end homelessness, calling for provincial re-examination of hospital funding, and directing staff to explore a canoe camp partnership. The agenda also includes routine reports from advisory committees and various development and infrastructure items.

• Motion requesting County of Simcoe provide space or financial assistance to S.H.I.F.T. for new locations in South Simcoe
• Motion calling for provincial re-examination of 'local share' hospital capital funding methodology
• Motion directing staff to investigate partnership with Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority for canoe camp at Tottenham Conservation Area
• Heritage designation process for Museum on the Boyne Building at 250 Fletcher Crescent, Alliston
• Proposed open-air burning by-law (#FIRE 2022-01)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council will consider several by-laws and reports at its April 4, 2022 meeting, including amendments to the parking and traffic by-law for heavy truck restrictions on Tupper Street East and parking restrictions on Maple Lane, as well as lease agreements for the NTRC Pro Shop and recreation land use. The agenda also includes routine items like the February 2022 cheque summary and a COVID-19 update from the CAO.

• By-law 2022-036: amend heavy truck restriction schedule for Tupper Street East
• By-law 2022-037: amend parking prohibited schedule for Maple Lane
• By-law 2022-038: five-year lease with The 400 Cup Management Inc. for 890 sq ft at NTRC for Pro Shop
• By-law 2022-039: one-year lease renewal with National Focus Distribution Logistics Inc. for recreation land use
• Report #FIN-2022-10: February 2022 Council cheque summary

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three applications: a minor variance to widen a driveway and reduce landscaped open space at 25 McCabe Lane, Tottenham, and two consent applications to create one lot each at 7005 Industrial Parkway and 2404 Sideroad 15. Staff recommend approval for all three. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and disclosures.

• Minor variance A07-22: reduce landscaped open space from 50% to 38% and increase driveway width from 4.5m to 5.5m at 25 McCabe Lane, Tottenham
• Consent B04-22: create one lot at 7005 Industrial Parkway, New Tecumseth
• Consent B05-22: create one lot at 2404 Sideroad 15, New Tecumseth
• Engineering and Public Works memoranda attached for each application

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review its January summary report, hear a presentation from the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation about a school giving program, and discuss updates on a youth programming survey, Local Government Week video ideas, and a virtual town hall. The agenda includes routine items like confirming the agenda and disclosing pecuniary interests.

• Presentation by Rebecca Munro, Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation, on School Giving Program
• Review of Summary Report dated January 12, 2022
• Youth Programming Survey Update
• Local Government Week - Video Ideas
• Virtual Town Hall discussion

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review its January 25, 2022 summary report, hear a deputation from Councillor Alex Waters on Passive House construction, and receive an update from the Planning Department on the Town's Climate Change Action Plan. The committee will also discuss water conservation initiatives, energy conservation in municipal buildings, lighting, and electric car charging stations in new buildings.

• Review of Summary Report dated January 25, 2022
• Deputation by Councillor Alex Waters on Passive House
• Update on Town of New Tecumseth Climate Change Action Plan
• NVCA Tree Planting Initiatives in New Tecumseth
• Water Conservation Initiatives Update

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports, including the 2021 year-end budget variance showing a $2.66M surplus, and will decide on items such as the Senior of the Year nominee, heavy truck restrictions on Tupper Street East, and lease agreements. The meeting also includes updates on the Downtown Enhancement Master Plan and a report on the lame duck period restrictions for the upcoming municipal election.

• 2021 year-end surplus of $2.66M; $2.1M allocated to election, Honeywell debt, hospital donation, Beeton Community Centre reserve
• Heavy truck restriction on Tupper Street East
• Maple Lane parking restrictions update to By-law 1993-128
• Lease agreement renewal for The 400 Cup Management Inc. (NTRC Pro Shop)
• Lease agreement renewal for National Focus Distribution Logistics Inc. (recreation land use)

Council Meeting

New Tecumseth Council is meeting to consider several site plan agreements, a zoning by-law amendment, and other administrative items. The most consequential item is a proposed zoning change to allow an apartment building at 180 Albert Street West in Alliston. Council will also hear deputations about a Lions Club room and a proposed residential building at 66 & 76 Victoria Street West.

• Zoning by-law amendment to rezone 180 Albert Street West, Alliston from Urban Industrial to Urban Residential to permit an apartment building (By-law 2022-033)
• Site plan agreement with Canadian Tire Properties for commercial development at 110 Young Street, Alliston (By-law 2022-031)
• Earthworks agreement with County of Simcoe for pre-grading at Simcoe Manor site, 5988-8th Line, Beeton (By-law 2022-032)
• Site plan de-registration for 21 Mill Street West, Tottenham (By-law 2022-029)
• Deputation on proposed multi-story residential building at 66 & 76 Victoria Street West

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss a personnel matter about an identifiable individual, as permitted under the Municipal Act. The only open item is a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session: verbal report of the CAO re: personnel matter (Municipal Act, Section 239(2)(b))
• By-law 2022-027: confirmation of proceedings of Special Council

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its January 26, 2022 summary report and discuss unfinished business, including a proposal to publish a list of accessible playground equipment and features on the Town's website, install signage with QR codes in parks, and allocate 2023 budget for the signage. The committee will also discuss accessible washroom trailer rentals, aquatic wheelchairs, and participation in the Breaking Down Barriers Awareness Campaign photo shoot.

• Recommendation to publish accessible playground equipment list with photos and park locations on Town website before May 15, 2022
• Proposal to install signage with QR codes in playgrounds and parks, with 2023 budget allocation
• Discussion of accessible washroom trailer rentals costing $2,250 to $3,595 plus HST per weekend
• Investigation of aquatic wheelchairs, including Hippocampe All Terrain Chair for Tottenham Conservation Area or Rotary Pool
• Committee to participate in Breaking Down Barriers photo shoot on April 25, 2022 at Riverdale Park, Alliston

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review its February 1, 2022 summary report and receive a verbal update on the Banting Homestead Barn. The committee will also discuss unfinished business including the Tottenham Water Tower expression of interest, 2022 infographic panels, the Register of Significant Properties, and potential heritage designations.

• Verbal report on Banting Homestead Barn structural damage and repair funding options
• Tottenham Water Tower expression of interest update
• 2022 infographic panels: preliminary list includes Mary McGill Centre, Old Mill in Tottenham, Tottenham Steam Train, Old Bank at Centre/Dale in Beeton
• 2022 Register of Significant Properties: Necropolis Cemetery in Alliston, Muddy Water Hotel in Beeton
• Heritage designation for 130 Wellington Street West, Alliston pending Council approval

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to consider a Zoning By-law Amendment application for 2404 15th Sideroad. The applicant proposes to rezone a portion of the 3.90-hectare property from Agricultural (A2) to Environmental Protection (EP) to protect a natural feature and provide a 30-metre setback, as recommended by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority. This is tied to a concurrent consent application to sever a new lot for a future single detached dwelling. Staff recommend receiving the report and continuing to work on issues before a future recommendation report.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application to rezone portion of 2404 15th Sideroad from Agricultural (A2) to Environmental Protection (EP)
• Property is 3.90 hectares (9.64 acres) with frontage on Sideroad 15 and 6th Line
• Consent Application B05-22 to sever a new lot for a future single detached dwelling
• Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority requires rezoning and 30-metre setback as condition of consent
• Two verbal comments received from abutting neighbours; no formal public comments at time of report

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a range of administrative and development items, including a zoning by-law amendment for Alliston Feed Services at 180 Albert Street West, Alliston, and several site plan agreements. They will also consider updates to the Mayor's Student Bursary Program, a new Petition to Council Policy, and a sign variance request for 5964 Highway 9. The agenda includes routine reports such as the 2021 drinking water system summary and council remuneration.

• Zoning by-law amendment for Alliston Feed Services, 180 Albert Street West, Alliston (File DEV 406)
• Site plan de-registration for AMV Leasing, 21 Mill Street West, Tottenham
• Site plan agreement for Daniel Molella, 1065 Sideroad 20
• Site plan agreement amendment for Canadian Tire, 110 Young Street
• Mayor's Student Bursary Program terms of reference update (bursaries up to $24,000 annually)

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

This is a closed-session Committee of the Whole meeting with two items, both discussed behind closed doors under the Municipal Act. The first is solicitor-client privileged advice on standardizing high-volume consumption rates; the second is a personal matter about the 2022 Museum on the Boyne Wall of Honour nominee. No decisions are listed on the open agenda.

• Standardization of High Volume Consumption Rates (closed, solicitor-client privilege)
• Museum on the Boyne Wall of Honour Nominee 2022 (closed, personal matter)

Council Meeting

Council is meeting to consider several items, including a $5,000,000 borrowing by-law, a land exchange with Gracious Industrial Developments Inc. for town-owned lands at 7005 Industrial Parkway, Alliston, and the heritage designation of the Wright House at 130 Wellington Street West. They will also review a closed meeting investigation report and correspondence on affordable housing needs.

• By-law 2022-020 authorizes borrowing of $5,000,000.00
• By-law 2022-021 authorizes declaring surplus lands and a Preliminary Subdivision Agreement with Gracious Industrial Developments Inc. for land at 7005 Industrial Parkway, Alliston
• By-law 2022-022 designates the Wright House (130 Wellington Street West) as having cultural heritage value
• Report on Closed Meeting Investigation 2021-01 by Aird & Berlis LLP
• Correspondence from Simcoe County Alliance to End Homelessness requesting identification of municipal properties for affordable housing

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider four applications: three minor variances (front yard setback reduction, an Oak Ridges Moraine addition, and an accessory dwelling unit) and one consent application to re-establish three merged lots. Staff recommend approval for all four items. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes and disclosures.

• Minor variance A03-22: reduce front yard setback from 12.5m to 7.0m for a dwelling on Part Lot 9, Concession 13 (Maria Kechichian)
• Minor variance A05-22: allow addition within Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone at 1316 Sideroad 10 (Ryan Rosenberg)
• Minor variance A06-22: permit accessory dwelling unit in detached structure at 5627 Wesson Road (Jason Balcerzyk)
• Consent B03-22: re-establish three ~40+ hectare lots at 5668 and 5892 9th Line (Kimberly Bruce McQuarrie)

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee is meeting to review the summary report from October 27, 2021, receive a verbal update on museum operations, and discuss the 2022 Wall of Honour nominations and celebration date. The committee will also consider participation in the Simcoe County March Madness Artifact Competition. The agenda includes a confidential attachment with nominations.

• Review of Summary Report dated October 27, 2021
• Verbal report on museum updates from Supervisor, Culture
• 2022 Museum on the Boyne Wall of Honour nominations and date of celebration
• Simcoe County March Madness Artifact Competition

Committee of the Whole Working Session

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed amendments to the Town's Procedure By-law, which governs how Council and committee meetings are conducted. The changes are categorized as minor, efficiency, or process changes and include updates to definitions, electronic voting, meeting times, and deputation rules. Staff recommend directing the update and enacting the revised by-law at the March 21, 2022 Council meeting.

• Proposed electronic voting for all motions at regular Council meetings
• Change Council meeting start time to 5:00 p.m.
• Deputations not permitted at Committee of the Whole Working Sessions
• Correspondence and deputations barred from discussing personnel matters or litigation
• New staff report template with Executive Summary and Communication Plan

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to receive background information on a Zoning By-law Amendment application for 1003 Sideroad 20. The proposal would rezone the property from Agricultural (A2) to Rural Highway Commercial - Exception (RHC-XX) to permit a health services establishment, professional/financial/office support, accessory retail, and an apartment dwelling above a permitted use. The immediate use is a dental office with two practitioners. Staff recommend receiving the report and continuing to work on issues before submitting a recommendation report.

• Rezoning from Agricultural (A2) to Rural Highway Commercial - Exception (RHC-XX) at 1003 Sideroad 20
• Proposed uses: dental office, professional/financial/office support, accessory retail, apartment dwelling
• Site-specific exceptions requested for lot area, frontage, and interior side yard setback deficiencies
• MTO concerns: rear parking lot and laneway encroach into 14-metre setback from Highway 9; recommends one-way access
• Two verbal public comments received: concerns about separation, fencing, and signage

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt recommendations from advisory committees and staff reports. Key items include a County of Simcoe fire service delivery review, a land exchange for town-owned industrial lands, and the designation of the Wright House under the Ontario Heritage Act. The agenda also includes routine updates from environmental, accessibility, and heritage committees.

• County of Simcoe Fire Service Delivery Review (#CAO-2022-02)
• Land exchange of town-owned lands at 7005 Industrial Parkway, Alliston (File NT-T-1101)
• Designation of the Wright House, Alliston under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (#PRC-2022-01)
• 2022 Current Borrowing By-law (#FIN-2022-03)
• Review of Election Sign By-law 2018-061 (#ADMIN-2022-05)

Council Meeting

Council is meeting to consider routine items including adoption of minutes, by-laws, and reports from the Committee of the Whole. Notable items include a deputation from Mattamy Homes offering to finance infrastructure for the proposed Harvest community, a request for a Minister's Zoning Order, and several by-laws for building fees, engineering services, and road agreements.

• Deputation from Mattamy Homes re: Harvest infrastructure financing commitment
• 2022 Building Fee Adjustments (By-law 2022-013)
• Award of P21-10 for Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Master Plan to GM Blue Plan Engineering (By-law 2022-014)
• Road Access Agreement with Honda Canada for fibre optic cable works (By-law 2022-016)
• Woodington Lake Management Inc. request for Minister's Zoning Order support

Committee of the Whole Closed Meeting

This is a closed Committee of the Whole meeting with a single substantive item: citizen appointments to the Environmental Advisory Committee and the Youth Advisory Committee. The meeting is closed to the public under the Municipal Act because it involves personal matters about identifiable individuals. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including confirmation of the agenda and disclosures of pecuniary interest.

• Citizen appointments to the Environmental Advisory Committee
• Citizen appointments to the Youth Advisory Committee
• Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(b)

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Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review a staff report on the Banting Homestead barn, which a structural assessment found unsafe and potentially beyond repair. The committee will also discuss 2022 heritage designation updates, the Register of Significant Properties, and infographic panels. The agenda includes routine items like confirming the previous summary report and disclosures of interest.

• Banting Homestead barn: structural assessment recommends demolition; SFBLF urges stabilization
• Tottenham Water Tower Expression of Interest process update
• 2022 infographic panels for Old Beeton and Old Tottenham Town Halls
• 2022 Register of Significant Properties
• 2022 Heritage Designation updates and planning

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several staff reports and recommendations for Council action. Key items include adopting a by-law to update 2022 building permit fees with inflationary increases, awarding a contract for a sanitary sewer master plan, and considering a road access agreement with Honda Canada. The agenda also includes routine items such as committee minutes and a utility billing issue.

• 2022 Building Fee Adjustments: by-law to set building permit fees, with increases around 4% (e.g., new construction single $1.10/sq ft, up from $1.05)
• Award of P21-10: Engineering services for a Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
• Road Access Agreement with Honda Canada
• Woodington Lake Management Inc. request for support for a Minister's Zoning Order
• Draft Plan Extension Request for Valleyview Beeton South Subdivision (Sorbara Development Group)

Council Meeting

Council will hear a deputation from Courage for Freedom on human trafficking and sexual exploitation, and consider several items including the Beeton-Tottenham Business Improvement Area levy boundary expansion results, a sign request from Beattie Distributing Ltd., an amendment to the Cleaning and Clearing By-law, and a status update on 5776 11th Line. The CAO will provide verbal updates on security of town buildings and COVID-19. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the January 17 meetings and several by-laws.

• Deputation D-1: Kelly Tallon Franklin, Courage for Freedom, on human trafficking sexual exploitation
• Beeton-Tottenham Business Improvement Association levy boundary expansion results (By-law 2022-010)
• Request from Beattie Distributing Ltd. to display a sign on Town property
• Amendment to Cleaning and Clearing By-law 2008-047 (By-law 2022-011)
• Status update on 5776 11th Line, New Tecumseth (File DEV 390)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider six applications: three minor variances and two consents, plus one lot boundary adjustment. Several items are recommended for deferral pending further information, including the 4 Fletcher Street variance until Zoning By-law 2021-128 is in effect, and the 1416 Sideroad 10 variance pending NVCA comments. One consent application at 4 Fletcher Street is recommended for approval subject to conditions.

• Minor variance A01-22 at 4 Fletcher Street, Alliston: reduce rear yard setback to 6.5m and other setbacks; recommended deferred until Zoning By-law 2021-128 in force
• Minor variance A02-22 at 1416 Sideroad 10: reduce ORM EP setback from 90m to 60m for pool/patio; deferred pending NVCA comments
• Minor variance A03-22 at 6233 14th Line: reduce front yard setback from 12.5m to 6.0m for dwelling; deferred pending engineering revisions
• Consent B01-22 at 4 Fletcher Street: create one lot; recommended approval subject to conditions
• Consent B02-22 at 6223 14th Line: lot boundary adjustment; recommended approval subject to conditions

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review its November 2021 summary report and discuss unfinished business, including a proposal to promote accessible playground features and a campaign to raise awareness about accessibility. The committee will also consider updates on an accessible washroom trailer and mobility mat projects.

• Proposal to add accessible playground equipment info to town website and install signage with QR codes
• Recommendation to participate in Breaking Down Barriers Awareness Campaign photo shoot
• Update on Tottenham Conservation Area washroom upgrade design and tender
• Deferred items: 2021 National Access Awareness Week and Accessible Washroom Trailer
• Discussion on portable ramp grant program and sidewalk access concern in Alliston

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review its November 23, 2021 summary report, which includes a recommendation for the Town to become a full member of the Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange (SMCCE). The committee will also discuss unfinished business on water conservation initiatives and an arboretum update, and receive a staff update on the County of Simcoe Draft Climate Change Strategy.

• Recommendation for Town to join SMCCE as full member and allow logo use
• Discussion of water conservation initiatives: agricultural/irrigation incentives, industrial/commercial/institutional, outreach and education
• Arboretum update
• Staff update on County of Simcoe Draft Climate Change Strategy
• Review of summary report dated November 23, 2021

Council Meeting

Council will consider a series of by-laws including the 2022 interim tax levy, development agreements for commercial and residential projects, and a zoning amendment. It will also receive updates on the fire department, COVID-19 response, and municipal election matters. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as adoption of minutes and confirmatory by-law.

• 2022 Interim Tax Levy By-law (2022-001)
• Municipal Responsibility Agreement with Parkbridge Lifestyles Communities Inc. for private wastewater servicing at 8270 Highway 9 (By-law 2022-002)
• Site Plan Agreement with Alliston Developments Limited for commercial development at 22 & 30 Dunham Drive (By-law 2022-003)
• Development Agreement with 2038148 Ontario Inc. for urbanization of Sideroad 10, Stage 1, Alliston (By-law 2022-004)
• Zoning amendment to add Urban Residential-Exception UR1-41 (By-law 2022-005)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting will consider authorizing the Town of New Tecumseth to enter into a My Main Street Community Activator Program Ultimate Recipient Agreement with the Canadian Urban Institute to access grant funds the Town has been approved for. The agenda also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the grant agreement authorization.

• Authorization of By-law 2022-008 to sign and execute the My Main Street Community Activator Program Ultimate Recipient Agreement with Canadian Urban Institute
• Passing of By-law 2022-009 to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council meeting

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports and recommendations for Council consideration. Key items include authorizing an agreement to access $10,419 in federal grant funding for Phase 2 of the Heritage-Style Street Name Signs project, developing a CAO performance review policy, and receiving updates on town building security and a development application. The agenda also includes routine items such as committee summaries and a by-law amendment.

• Authorization to enter into My Main Street Community Activator Agreement with Canadian Urban Institute for $10,419 grant reimbursement
• Direction to develop a formal CAO performance review policy with Council participation
• Beeton-Tottenham Business Improvement Association levy boundary expansion results
• Request from Beattie Distributing Ltd. to display a sign on Town property
• Amendment to Cleaning and Clearing By-law 2008-047

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to appoint a chair and vice chair, review its November 2021 summary report, and hear a presentation from the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation about a school giving program. The committee will also discuss updates on a youth services survey and plans for 2022 Local Government Week.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation by Elyse Martin on SMHF School Giving Program
• Framework for Youth Services survey update
• 2022 Local Government Week campaign (up to $2,000 budget)
• South Simcoe 4-H Association online registration info