North Frontenac public meetings in 2024

Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie

The Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie will meet on December 20, 2024, to adopt minutes, set 2025 meeting dates, and receive administrative reports from the Fire Chief on conference takeaways, fuel costs, radio issues, and tanker bids. The committee will also receive unaudited financial reports for January to November 2024. No delegations or public forum items are scheduled.

• Set 2025 meeting dates for the Joint Fire Committee
• Receive report on conference takeaways, including new cancer presumptive legislation and mental health programs for firefighters
• Receive report on fuel costs, comparing bulk fuel delivery vs. retail station costs
• Receive report on radio issues, noting the county repeater was moved to Northbrook Fire Hall, improving coverage but not eliminating dead zones
• Receive report on tanker bids, noting no proposals were received for a new tanker

Environmental Task Force

The Environmental Task Force is meeting to receive the November 26, 2024 minutes and discuss updates on its work plan, including battery storage, net metering, invasive species, septic inspection programs, lake carrying capacity, and short-term rentals. They will also review the 2024-2028 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan, which was approved by Council in October 2024. No new business is listed.

• Discussion of potential 126 MW battery storage site in North Frontenac, possibly requiring land acquisition or Hydro One donation
• Update on Eurasian Water Milfoil meeting with Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
• Review of voluntary Septic Re-inspection Program participation decline
• Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2024-2028: 6% energy reduction target from 2023 baseline
• Solar panel income from Plevna Garage/Municipal Office: $4,741 in 2023

Economic Development Task Force

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December 13, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council will consider adopting the 2025 final budget, which includes a levy increase of $327,376 (4.55%). They will also receive updates on provincial funding for policing costs, discuss a potential partnership on a boat washing station to prevent invasive species, and consider several administrative items including speed limit reductions and a shore road allowance application.

• 2025 budget adoption with $327,376 levy increase (4.55%)
• Rescind Resolution #355-24 after receiving $147,480 provincial funding for policing costs
• Speed limit reductions proposed on Road 509 and Myers Cave Road
• Shore road allowance application for camp near Big Gull Lake (Clarendon)
• Waiver of penalty and interest on supplemental tax billings due to Canada Post strike

Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is meeting to discuss its 2025 work plan, including business support, tourism events, and affordable housing initiatives. They will also receive the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting and address business arising, such as Betty Hunter's retirement and the 2025 work plan details.

• 2025 Work Plan: business startups, tourism events (SummerFest July 19, 2025; WinterFest February 22, 2025), and housing options
• Housing: identify barriers to housing development and potential solutions, including public-private partnerships
• Business Dinner & Forum planned for Jan/Feb 2025
• National Tradesman Day Breakfast scheduled for September 2025
• Mural Project and North Frontenac Commercial Signage initiatives

Personnel and Audit Committee

The Personnel and Audit Committee will receive administrative reports on proposed 2025 meeting dates, a 10-year staff complement history, the 2024 revenue and expenditure variance as of December 4, and a fire department roster update. The meeting is largely informational, with no presentations, delegations, or closed session items.

• Proposed 2025 meeting dates: no fixed schedule, dates set at end of each meeting
• Staff complement: 31 full-time staff in 2024, up from 27 in 2014; $3.54 million payroll budget
• 2024 variance report as of December 4, 2024
• Fire department roster update dated November 29, 2024

Special Council - 29 Nov 2024 - 2025 Budget

This special council meeting focuses on the 2025 draft budget. Council will receive the Treasurer's budget overview and several administrative reports, then vote on specific budget items including funding for engineering at Clar Mill Community Hall, asbestos management, a community improvement plan, a summer student position, firefighter training wages, and re-opening the Ardoch Waste Site. The meeting concludes with a vote to approve the 2025 budget in principle.

• $4,000 for engineering for Clar Mill Community Hall washrooms
• $30,000 for Designated Substance Reviews (asbestos) in 2025
• $30,000 for Community Improvement Plan (CIP) funding in 2025
• Increase Recreation Maintenance Assistant to 32 hours per week
• $20,000/year for Economic and Community Development Summer Student

Environmental Task Force

The Environmental Task Force is meeting to review its 2025 work plan, which includes battery storage, net metering, invasive species, septic inspections, lake carrying capacity, and short-term rentals. They will also discuss the approved 2024-2028 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan, which sets a 6% energy reduction target. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous meeting notes and a land acknowledgement.

• 2025 Work Plan update covering battery storage, net metering, invasive species, septic inspections, lake carrying capacity, and short-term rentals
• Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2024-2028 (Resolution #338-24) with 6% energy reduction target
• Previous plan achieved 10% energy reduction and 20% GHG reduction from 2018 baseline
• Solar panel income from Plevna Garage/Municipal Office totaled $4,741 in 2023
• Notes from October 29, 2024 meeting to be received for information

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing three minor variance applications regarding building expansions and setbacks. The meeting also includes a discussion on the proposed 2025 meeting schedule.

• Minor variance for building expansion at 1095D Eastview Lane
• Minor variance for reduced setback from high water mark at 100 Hog Island
• Minor variance for oversized secondary dwelling unit at 7598 Road 509
• Review of deferred application for expansion at 1122 Shoepack Lane
• Approval of 2025 Committee meeting dates

Public Council - Zoning By-law Amendment

This public meeting is to receive comments on proposed administrative amendments to the Township's Zoning By-law #55-19. The changes include removing outdated definitions, clarifying dock and setback rules, and rezoning a property at 1970 Mountain Road from Rural to Mineral Aggregate Extraction to match an existing licence. Council will consider the amending by-law later today.

• Rezone 1970 Mountain Road from Rural (RU) to Mineral Aggregate Extraction (MXE)
• Remove Backyard Chicken definition and section, now regulated by By-law 68-22
• Clarify dock limit: one dock per lot only for residential properties
• Set minimum 9.1 m (30 ft) width for private lane easements
• Correct wording on separation distances for pits and quarries

November 22, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

North Frontenac Council is holding a regular meeting with a public meeting on the Fees and Charges By-law. Council will consider nine by-laws covering pound services, zoning amendments, fees and charges, a shore road allowance closure, an OPP 911 services agreement, appointment of an alternate emergency coordinator, a motorcycle association agreement, and waste by-law amendments. The agenda also includes updates on EV charging stations, a proposed land exchange, and a request for a speed limit review on Road 509.

• By-law #2024-68 to adopt a Fees and Charges By-law
• By-law #2024-67 to amend Zoning By-law #55-19
• By-law #2024-70 to sign agreement with OPP for 911 services
• By-law #2024-62 to sign pound services agreement with Kingston Humane Society
• Speed limit review request on Road 509 between Snow Road and Mississippi Station

Public Council - Amendments to Fees and Charges By-law

This public meeting is for residents to comment on proposed amendments to the Township's Fees and Charges By-law #63-23. Council will later consider the updated by-law, which includes new fees, credit card payment options, and a repeal of the old by-law. The changes stem from resolutions passed earlier in 2024.

• New $25 fee for commissioning documents
• Site plan agreement amendment fee set at $1,200
• Land cost fee for concession/lot/road applications: $0.55 per square foot
• Licence agreement application fee: $300; annual fee: $150
• Credit card payments to be accepted for various fees, including landfill tipping and hall rentals

Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force discussed its 2025 work plan, including upcoming festivals, a business dinner, and housing barrier identification. They also adjusted meeting times and reviewed banner designs. The minutes will be received by Council on December 13, 2024.

• WinterFest set for February 22, 2025
• SummerFest planned for July 19, 2025
• Business Dinner & Forum sub-committee to meet before Christmas
• Housing barriers working group awaiting Segal Construction presentation to Council on November 22, 2025
• Youth Centre at Barrie Community Hall in Cloyne proposed for research

Environmental Task Force

The Environmental Task Force is meeting to review its approved Terms of Reference, the Council-approved Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan (ECDMP) 2024-2028, and to discuss a draft work plan. The meeting will also receive the September 24, 2024 meeting notes. This is a working session to guide the Task Force's activities.

• Review of Council Resolution #338-24 approving the ECDMP 2024-2028
• Discussion of draft Task Force Work Plan
• Energy reduction target of 6% by 2028 (from 2023 baseline)
• Previous plan achieved 10% energy and 20% GHG reduction (2019-2023)
• Solar panel income of $4,741 in 2023

October 25, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

North Frontenac Council is deciding on several administrative and financial items, including the sole-source purchase of a combination tandem plow truck for up to $415,000, proposed fee changes, and multiple road allowance closures and sales. Council will also consider agreements for pound services with the Kingston Humane Society and for use of township property with the County of Frontenac, and will hear an annual update from the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation.

• Sole-source purchase of a combination tandem plow truck, max budget $415,000
• Proposed fee changes: commissioning documents $25, site plan amendments $1,200, easement consents $250, road allowance land $0.55/sq ft, licence applications $300, annual licence fee $150
• Road allowance closures and sales: Radtke (Big Gull Lake) and Clayton (Mississagagon Lake)
• Agreement with Kingston Humane Society for pound services (By-law 2024-62)
• Agreement with County of Frontenac for K&P trail use of township property (By-law 2024-65)

Economic Development Task Force

The North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force is meeting to discuss and potentially approve its draft 2025 work plan and budget, which include funding requests for events like SummerFest and WinterFest. They will also review an updated terms of reference and receive updates on various initiatives, including a cancelled fall business bus tour and a mural project. The meeting is a regular working session, not a final decision-making body, as recommendations go to Council.

• Draft 2025 budget requests $10,000 for SummerFest (up from $6,000) and $3,000 for WinterFest
• Fall Business Bus Tour cancelled for 2024 due to low participation and bus costs
• Discussion on barriers to housing development, including accessory residential units
• Member recruitment deadline October 24 to fill vacancy left by Derrick Lancaster
• Updated Terms of Reference for 2023-2026 to be reviewed

October 4, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council will consider several road allowance closures and sales, a new by-law to regulate fence heights and types, and an amendment to the Emergency Management Program. The meeting also includes a presentation from Emergency Management Ontario and an update on the Ardoch Post Office application.

• By-law #2024-58 to regulate the height and type of fences
• By-law #2024-59 to close, stop up, and sell a Boundary Road Allowance (Withers and Bell)
• Reimbursement of $9,674.05 to property owners for Shore Road Allowance fees
• Application for Community Emergency Preparedness Grant for emergency equipment
• Approval of the 2024-2028 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan

Personnel and Audit Committee

The Personnel and Audit Committee is meeting to receive information on the North Frontenac Fire Department roster, an employee/volunteer recognition policy amendment switching to gift cards, and the 2024 revenue and expenditure variance report. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Fire department roster update: 33 firefighters, with vacancies for Assistant Fire Chief and 3 pending applications
• Employee/Volunteer Recognition Policy: change from gift catalogue to gift cards for years-of-service awards (values $150-$450)
• 2024 variance report: building permit fees at 63% of budget, including $43,842 from South Frontenac for septic program
• Shore road allowance fees increased from $0.15 to $0.55 per square foot, causing revenue over budget
• Repairs over budget, including $4,090.04 for T17 Freightliner and $1,988.31 for T23-1 Mack Tandem

October 2, 2024 - EDTF Special Meeting re: Housing

The Economic Development Task Force is holding a special meeting to discuss a proposal from the County of Frontenac to update the Township's Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit additional residential units (ARUs). The proposed scope of work includes consulting with a hydrogeologist and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, preparing draft policies, and holding public meetings. The County has completed about 22 hours of work and will not bill the Township for work benefiting all townships.

• County of Frontenac proposal to update Official Plan and Zoning By-law for additional residential units
• Consultation with hydrogeologist to ensure adequate servicing and protect adjacent properties
• Consultation with Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks
• Public meetings to collect resident feedback on draft policies and zoning provisions
• County completed approximately 22 hours of work at no cost to the Township

Environmental Task Force

The North Frontenac Environmental Task Force is meeting to review a draft Terms of Reference and proposed energy reduction projects. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the August 28 meeting and discussing new business. The meeting is a working session to refine these documents before they are presented to Council.

• Review of draft Terms of Reference for the Environmental Task Force
• Review of proposed energy reduction projects, including building upgrades, LED lighting, heat pumps, EV charging stations, and battery-powered tools
• Adoption of minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting

Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives and plan for 2025. They will review the 2025 work plan and draft budget, which includes funding for events like SummerFest and WinterFest, a business bus tour, and a municipal campground business plan. The meeting also covers updates on housing barriers, a welcome package, and upcoming events.

• 2025 budget requests include $6,000 for SummerFest, $3,000 for WinterFest, $15,000 for CIP, and $50,000 for a Municipal Campground Business Plan
• Discussion on identifying barriers to housing development and potential solutions
• Fall Business Bus Tour held September 18, 2024
• Business Breakfast scheduled for October 3, 2024
• Mural Project unveiling on October 4, 2024

Committee of Adjustment

The North Frontenac Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two applications seeking permission to expand legal non-complying structures on lakefront properties. The committee will also adopt minutes from its August 26, 2024 meeting. No other business is scheduled.

• File #A10/24: 1122 Shoepack Lane (Kashwakamak Lake) - proposed 320 sq ft bedroom/bathroom addition and 240 sq ft screened deck, reducing waterbody setback to 19.8 metres
• File #A11/24: 1077 Whalen Lane - request to expand legal non-complying structure
• Planning staff recommend deferring A10/24 until Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority comments are addressed

September 12, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

North Frontenac Council's regular meeting on September 12, 2024, includes receiving reports and making decisions on several administrative and financial matters. Key items include a request from the LACGH Foundation for MRI machine support (deferred to 2025 budget), a proposal to purchase a 2-acre township property, grant applications for water systems and road projects, and advancing a tandem truck purchase. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes adoption, meeting date approvals, and proclamations.

• Request to purchase 2-acre parcel next to 1212 Blackberry Lane (Tony Guida)
• Grant application to Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund for Plevna Ice Rink/Pickleball Courts (up to $121,994 from CCBF plus $3,000 from reserve)
• Resubmit Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund grant for Buckshot Lake Road project
• Apply to Housing-Enabling Core Servicing Funding Stream for Ardoch Road projects
• Advance tandem truck purchase from 2025 to 2024, cost increased from $380,000 to $415,000

Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie

The Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie is meeting to receive updates from the fire chief, review financial reports, and discuss a complaint about portable radio coverage. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss the fire chief's 2024 performance evaluation and adopt minutes from a previous closed meeting.

• Receive fire chief's 'Quick Updates' report on summer calls, training, and officer promotions
• Receive treasurer's budgetary control and general ledger reports for Jan-Aug 2024
• Receive email from Bill Irving about lack of portable radio coverage outside certain range
• Closed session to discuss fire chief's performance evaluation for 2024
• Adopt minutes from June 7, 2024 meeting

Joint Council Meeting

The Township of North Frontenac and Township of Addington Highlands are holding a joint council meeting to discuss shared services and regional issues. Topics include waste management, mandatory septic inspections, road maintenance agreements, the Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department budget, by-law enforcement, doctor recruitment, affordable housing, and short-term accommodations. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with no formal decisions listed except agenda approval and adjournment.

• Cloyne Waste Site shared service, Blue Box Program, hazardous waste, and Do Not Litter signs
• Mandatory septic inspections
• Roads maintenance agreements
• Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department budget and role within townships
• Doctor recruitment incentive program and North Frontenac Resolution #129-24 requesting provincial reimbursement

Environmental Task Force

The Environmental Task Force is holding its inaugural meeting to establish its procedural rules and draft a terms of reference for Council's consideration. The task force, created under the township's Strategic Plan 2024-2028, will provide recommendations on environmental policies and climate change action plans. This meeting focuses on organizational setup rather than substantive environmental decisions.

• Draft Terms of Reference for the Environmental Task Force
• Procedural By-law #26-23 Section 13 review
• Appointment of members: Councillor Roy Huetl (Chair), Deputy Mayor John Inglis, Councillor Fred Fowler, staff Darwyn Sproule and Tara Mieske
• Public members: Paul Asselin, Ange Defosse, Bruce Moore, Marlene Spruyt, Katie Surra, Mike Ward
• Task Force term: August 28, 2024 to November 15, 2026

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing two minor variance applications to expand existing structures that do not currently meet setback requirements. The meeting includes public hearings for properties located at 1125 Rekrview Lane and along the Madawaska River.

• File #A08/24: Request to demolish a sunroom and add a 400 sq. ft. craft room and 432 sq. ft. screened area at 1125 Rekrview Lane
• File #A09/24: Request to expand a legal non-complying structure at Part of Lot 33, Concession 10, Madawaska River

August 22, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

North Frontenac Council is meeting to decide on several items, including signing a medical service agreement with a new physician, developing a seniors' wellness check program, and approving road work. They will also discuss updates to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for additional residential units, and receive a presentation from Emergency Management Ontario.

• By-law #2024-55 to sign Medical Service Agreement with Dr. Richard Weldon
• Resolution to develop a seniors' wellness check program for emergencies
• Proposal to update Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit additional residential units
• Application for Ontario Fire Protection Grant (est. $30,000) for equipment
• Approval of surface treating Head Road and pulverizing South Lavant Road

Economic Development Task Force

The North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force met to discuss ongoing projects and proposed items for the 2025 budget. They recommended Council include a $30,000 Community Improvement Plan top-up, $10,000 for SummerFest, and part-time staff for economic/community development. The Fall Business Bus Tour was cancelled due to low participation, and the group continues work on housing barriers and other events.

• Recommended $30,000 Community Improvement Plan 2025 top-up
• Recommended $10,000 for SummerFest 2025 (July 19, 2025)
• Recommended part-time staff for Economic/Community Development
• Fall Business Bus Tour (Sept 18, 2024) cancelled due to low participation
• Housing barriers working group to continue with County planners

July 25, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

North Frontenac Council's July 25, 2024 regular meeting includes receiving a delegation on the Ardoch Post Office closure, approving emergency culvert replacements on Roads 506 and 509 funded from reserves, and considering a new credit card payment option for various fees. Council will also vote on by-laws to close and sell shore road allowances and sign a land use permit for the Kashwakamak Waste Site monitoring wells.

• Delegation from Anders Carson on Ardoch Post Office closure
• Emergency culvert replacements: Road 509 (~$30,000) and Road 506 ($35,000), total $65,000 from Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve
• Credit card payment option for fees (building, planning, fire, etc.) with processing fees paid by user or township depending on schedule
• By-law #2024-52 to close and sell shore road allowances (Big Gull Lake, Marble Lake)
• By-law #2024-53 to sign Land Use Permit with MNRF for Kashwakamak Waste Site monitoring wells; initial fee $2,066.82 from Operating Contingency Reserve

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hear a deferred consent application and minor variance for Ben and Greg Thompson at Big Gull Lake, which were postponed in June for further review. It will also consider a minor variance for a reduced accessory structure setback at 1076 Goudge Drive. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and information items about OACA conferences.

• Deferred severance File #B08/24 and minor variance File #A04/24 for Ben and Greg Thompson, Thompson Road, Big Gull Lake
• Minor variance File #A07/24 for reduced accessory structure setback from high water mark at 1076 Goudge Drive, Palmerston
• Adoption of June 24, 2024 minutes
• Information item on 2024 OACA Conference and upcoming OACA events

Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is meeting to review prior minutes and discuss ongoing initiatives, including identifying housing development barriers, planning a fall business bus tour, and updating welcome packages. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items carried over from the June 17 meeting.

• Housing development barriers working group update
• Fall Business Bus Tour planning
• Welcome Package content list
• Business Breakfast (Oct) planning
• SummerFest and WinterFest updates

Personnel and Audit Committee

The Personnel and Audit Committee is reviewing the 2023 Auditor’s Report and Draft Consolidated Financial Statements presented by KPMG. The committee will also receive an investment report and discuss the Chief Administrative Officer's performance review in a closed session.

• Approval of 2023 Financial Statements
• KPMG Audit Findings report for the year ended December 31, 2023
• Treasurer's Investment Report
• Closed session regarding Chief Administrative Officer's performance review

June 27, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

The North Frontenac Council is considering a memorandum of understanding for a home support program for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The meeting also includes discussions on asset management plans, fire department benefits, and road allowance closures.

• Approval of 2024-2027 Home Support Program MOU with up to $10,000 annual allocation per agency
• Proposed $150,000 increase to the Kaladar Barrie fire tanker budget, up to a maximum of $800,000
• Approval in principle for the Wither & Bell road allowance closure
• Adoption of the 2024 Asset Management Plan and Strategic Asset Management Policy
• Proclamation of August 16 to September 30, 2024, as Open Farm Days

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for land severances and minor variances. Key items include the creation of a new lot at Big Gull Lake and requests for reduced setbacks from high water marks.

• File #B08/24 & #A04/24: Creation of one new lot and reduced waterfrontage at Big Gull Lake
• File #A03/24: Expansion of a legal non-complying structure at 4103 Palmerston Lake
• File #A05/24: Reduced setback from high water mark at 1149 Rekrview Lane
• File #A06/24: Reduced setback from high water mark at 1112 Elizabella Lane

June 17, 2024 - Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is reviewing progress on several community initiatives and upcoming events. Discussions include planning for seasonal festivals, business profiles, and identifying barriers to housing development.

• Mural Project artist selections for five boat launch locations
• Planning for SummerFest on July 20, 2024, at Clar-Mill Community Hall
• Discussion of Fall Business Bus Tour and October Business Breakfast
• Review of business profile criteria and residency requirements
• Research into potential costs for a 2025 Youth Centre initiative

June 7, 2024 - Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie

The Joint Fire Committee is reviewing administrative reports regarding firefighter group benefits and fire truck capital budgeting. The committee is also addressing requests for the Kaladar/Barrie Fire Chief to attend North Frontenac Council meetings before annual budgets.

• Proposed adjustment of tanker capital budget to a maximum of $800,000
• Discussion of firefighter group benefits estimated at $24,000 annually
• Approval of Kaladar/Barrie Fire Chief attending North Frontenac Council meetings
• Review of Cloyne Fire Station garage door report
• Receipt of 2024 Kaladar Barrie Fire Department budget information

June 6, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council will receive presentations from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority regarding land conservation strategies and water management on the Mississippi River. The agenda also includes discussions on shore road allowance closures, a lead removal initiative at Big Gull Lake, and a culvert design for Hills Lake.

• Approval of $8,000 design fee for Jewel Engineering for the Hills Lake Culvert
• Discussion of shore road allowance closures and sales for Best and Loder properties
• Support for Big Gull Lake 'Get The Lead Out' initiative including provision of seven metal sign posts
• Request for pricing on watershed boundary signage for Mackie Lake Road
• Request for a delegation regarding a donation for an MRI machine at L&A General Hospital

May 28, 2024 - Personnel and Audit Committee

The Personnel and Audit Committee is reviewing several administrative reports for information purposes. These include the 2024 budget variance report, a supplemental unemployment benefit update, and the North Frontenac Fire Department roster.

• 2024 Variance Report as of May 15, 2024
• Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) communication from Service Canada
• North Frontenac Fire Department (NFFD) Roster update
• Expected $43,000 transfer from South Frontenac for the Septic Program surplus
• Reported repair overages for various municipal vehicles including a Mack Tandem and CAT 140M Grader

May 27, 2024 - Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is reviewing various community initiatives including seasonal events and business profiles. The group is also discussing the mural project and identifying potential solutions for housing development barriers.

• Mural project applications from Bailey, Leane and Brian; Anne Garrett; Penny Hawley; Roxane Bay; and Michelle Ross
• Proposed mural locations: Buckshot Lake, Shabomeka Lake, Koch Kove Lane, South Bush Road, and River Road boat launches
• Discussion of Fall Business Bus Tour, Business Breakfast, and SummerFest/WinterFest
• Working group discussion on barriers to housing development
• Review of 2024 Community Profile and 2024 Visitor Guide

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for minor variances and consent. Key items include a proposal to replace an existing cottage with a larger 1,850 square foot dwelling at 2035 Grindstone Lake Road and several consent applications for lot creation at Shawenogog Lake.

• Minor Variance (#A02/24): Replace cottage and structures with 1,850 sq ft dwelling at 2035 Grindstone Lake Road
• Minor Variance (#A01/24): Expand legal non-complying structure at 1628C Beach Road
• Consent Applications (#B02/24, #B03/24, #B04/24): Creation of new lots at Shawenogog Lake
• Consent Application (#B05/24): Creation of right-of-way and boat launch at Shawenogog Lake

May 16, 2024 Public Council re: Hills Lake Culvert

The North Frontenac Council is receiving a presentation from Jewell Engineering regarding the replacement of a failed culvert at 6253 Buckshot Lake Road. The proposal suggests installing three 600mm culverts to raise summer water levels by approximately 0.15m without increasing flooding risks. Council has instructed the Public Works Manager to provide a future report with recommendations.

• Presentation by Bryon Keene of Jewell Engineering regarding Hill's Lake Culvert
• Proposed replacement of failed 800mm culvert with three 600mm culverts at 6253 Buckshot Lake Road
• Requirement for a permit from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority
• Instruction for Public Works Manager to provide a future report with recommendations

May 16, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council is reviewing several community grant applications and receiving economic development updates from Frontenac County. The meeting also includes discussions on shore road allowances, a potential municipal campground, and a noise by-law exemption request.

• Approval of $1,000 grants for various groups including the Back Roads Studio Tour and North Frontenac Food Bank
• Approval of $988.89 for the North Frontenac Fitness Group to purchase exercise equipment
• Approval in principle for the closure and sale of Shore Road Allowances in Hagerman and Molloy
• Request for a noise by-law exemption for an event at 1230 Head Road on September 21, 2024
• Direction to provide estimated pricing for a municipal campground business plan consultant

April 26, 2024 - Public Council Agenda

Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for File #Z01/24. The proposal seeks to rezone a 0.92 hectare (2.3 acre) parcel from Limited Service Rural and Residential Waterfront to Limited Service Waterfront to facilitate a new lot creation.

• Zoning By-law Amendment File #Z01/24 (1160 Parsons Lane)
• Rezoning of 0.92 hectare parcel from LSR and RW to LSW
• Severance File #B16/23

April 26, 2024 Regular Council

Council is reviewing proposed amendments to community hall rental fees effective January 1, 2025. The agenda also includes several land allowance closure and sale applications, grant applications for accessible doors, and a potential joint meeting with Addington Highlands.

• Proposed community hall rental fees: $160 full day with liquor, $80 full day without liquor, and $45 half day
• By-law #2024-31 regarding Shore Road Allowance closure and sale for Tyrrell, Szalay and Szalay
• Grant applications for accessible entrance doors at Barrie Community Hall and Clar Mill Community Hall
• Approval in principle for Shore Road Allowance closure at Kashwakamak Lake (Loder application)
• Approval for mural installations at five different boat launch locations

April 15, 2024 - Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is reviewing the 2024 Community Profile and draft Visitor Guide. Members are also discussing ongoing business items including the Mural Project, SummerFest, and housing development barriers.

• Mural Project: deadline for new location applications is May 1st
• Review of 2024 Community Profile
• Review of 2024 draft Visitor Guide
• Discussion on identifying barriers to housing development
• Discussion regarding Spring/Fall Foodlicious Event

Special Council

This special meeting of Council is scheduled to include a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual or municipal employees. The agenda also includes the passage of a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual or employees
• Passing of Confirming By-law #33-24

April 5, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council is considering the adoption of a new Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy and a road closing by-law for the Taylor property. The meeting also includes discussions on emergency preparedness week, an environmental task force, and a water systems grant for Plevna.

• Adoption of Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy (By-law #2024-29)
• Road Closing By-law for Taylor property (By-law #2024-28)
• Approval of $20,000 consultant agreement with Greer Galloway Group for Buckshot Lake Road project
• Approval of Lions Club of Land O'Lakes memorial banner placement on Township poles
• Approval of 2024 Land Use Permit for North Frontenac Parklands

Committee of Adjustment

This meeting is dedicated to the education and training of Committee of Adjustment members. North Frontenac Council members were invited to participate in the session.

• Education and training session for Committee members
• Closed session for training purposes per Section 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act

March 19, 2024 - Personnel and Audit Committee

The Personnel and Audit Committee is reviewing administrative reports regarding the North Frontenac Fire Department roster, current township debt, and investment status. These items are presented for information purposes to keep the committee updated on staffing and finances.

• North Frontenac Fire Department roster update showing 32 firefighters
• Township debt report noting a $535,225.44 loan balance maturing in 2042
• Investment update reporting $2,400,000 in GICs with BMO Nesbitt Burns
• 2024 Variance Report for revenues and expenditures as of March 12, 2024

March 18, 2024 - Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is reviewing the 2024-2028 Township Strategic Plan and the current Economic Development budget. Members are also discussing business profiles, summer event updates, and potential work plans.

• Review of 2024 Economic Development budget totaling $294,474 in expenses
• Discussion of $1,630 annual fee for Scenic Route signage at Hwy 41/Road 506 and Road 509/Hwy 7
• Review of the 2024-2028 Township Strategic Plan
• Update on the 2024 Summer Fest planning
• Discussion regarding a proposed municipally-owned campground

March 15, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council will review a 2024 budget update showing a $406,241 or 5.99% increase. The meeting also includes discussions on waste site updates, parkland by-law changes, and various administrative reports.

• 2024 Final Budget and tax rate adoption
• 2024 Budget amendment overview ($406,241 increase)
• River Road portion transfer and $1,000 estimated legal cost
• Shore Road Allowance closure and sale (Rogers)
• North Frontenac Parklands by-law updates

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing an application to build a 35.7 square metre garage on Part of Lot 32, Concession 5. The proposal seeks relief from setback requirements regarding a private lane and the high water mark of Palmerston Lake.

• Minor variance for reduced setback from Palmerston Lake high water mark (19.46 metres proposed vs 30 metres required)
• Minor variance for reduced setback from Young Lane (2.62 metres proposed vs 3 metres required)
• Review of slope stability and erosion assessment for 1104 Young Lane
• Receipt of By-law 2024-11 Site Visit Policy for information

February 23, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

The North Frontenac Council will receive an updated Strategic Plan and a presentation from the OPP regarding their 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and billing summary. The meeting includes decisions on rescinding a telecommunications agreement, adopting a traditional land acknowledgement, and considering several road and shore road allowance by-laws.

• Updated Strategic Plan from Capital Park Consulting Inc.
• OPP 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and Billing Summary
• Rescinding By-law #35-19 regarding CRINS-SINRC telecommunications processing
• Adoption of a Traditional Land Acknowledgement
• By-law #2024-17 to close and sell Shore Road Allowance

February 20, 2024 - Economic Development Task Force

The Economic Development Task Force is reviewing the 2023/24 Local Labour Market Planning Report and discussing the potential EDTF Work Plan. The meeting also includes updates on Summerfest 2024, the municipal campground, and the Township Strategic Plan.

• Discussion of TODDs Scenic Route Signage with a $1,630 annual fee
• Review of the Local Labour Market Planning Report 2023/24
• Updates on Summerfest 2024 planning
• Discussion regarding the Township Strategic Plan
• Discussion of the Municipal Campground

February 16, 2024 - Joint Fire Committee Kaladar Barrie

The Joint Fire Committee is reviewing the Kaladar Barrie Fire Department's 2023 annual report and 2024 draft budget. Members will also set the remaining meeting dates for the 2024 calendar year.

• Review of 2023 Kaladar Barrie Fire Chief's Annual Report
• Review of 2024 Kaladar Barrie Fire Department Draft Budget
• Review of 2023 Treasurer's financial reports including General Ledger and Reserves
• Appointment of the 2024 Committee Chair

February 16, 2024 - Special Council re: 2024 Draft Budget

Council reviewed the 2024 Draft Budget, which proposes a 6.3% increase in total municipal dollars. The meeting addressed specific departmental funding requests, including staff positions, equipment, and firefighter benefits.

• Approval of 2024 Draft Budget in principle with amendments
• Hiring of Economic Development Officer on a permanent full-time basis effective July 14, 2024
• Approval of firefighter group benefits at an estimated cost of $24,000
• Approval of $5,000 for Community Hall booking software from the Special Parks Reserve Fund
• Approval of $9,100 for a heavy-duty diagnostic scanner and $2,500 for annual software updates

February 6, 2024 - Special Council Agenda

Council met to review the 2024 Draft Budget and the Ten Year Capital Plan. The meeting included discussions on various administrative reports and specific funding requests for community services and equipment. Council approved the budget in principle with several specific amendments.

• Approval of 2024 Draft Budget in principle
• Approval of $30,000 total for Community Improvement Plan (CIP) funding
• Approval of $5,000 for Community Hall booking software
• Approval of permanent full-time Economic Development Officer position
• Approval of $24,000 estimated cost for Firefighter Group Benefits

February 2, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council will consider several by-laws regarding speed limits, tax rates, and site visit policies. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal equipment training, cemetery management, and trail rehabilitation funding.

• By-law #2024-04: Speed Limit By-law
• By-law #2024-12: Interim Tax Rate By-law
• $5,000 contribution to County of Frontenac for K&P Trail rehabilitation
• Application to Hydro One Energizing Life Community Fund for an Outdoor Fitness Zone
• Renewal of 2024 agreement with Ottawa Valley ATV Club

January 12, 2024 - Regular Council Agenda

Council is reviewing several administrative reports, including the 2023 septic re-inspection results and a proposed municipal campground business plan. Decisions include approving a voluntary septic inspection program for 2024 and updating speed limits on specific roads. The council also deferred a funding decision for Rural Frontenac Community Services until budget deliberations.

• Approval of voluntary 2024 Septic Re-Inspection Program with MRSSO
• Speed limit reductions to 50 km/hr on North Shore Road, Head Road, and Smith Road
• Instruction to draft a business plan for a potential municipal campground
• Transfer of $28,500 from the Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve Fund for an excavator hammer rebuild
• Deferral of $6,000 in funding for Rural Frontenac Community Services youth programs

January 8, 2024 - Special Council Agenda

Council met for a special session to receive a presentation from Steve Lichty of Capital Park Consulting Inc. regarding the draft Strategic Plan for North Frontenac. The plan outlines priorities for the years 2024 through 2028, including economic prosperity and environmental stewardship. The meeting also included the passing of a confirming by-law for all actions taken during the session.

• Presentation of the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan by Steve Lichty
• By-law #2024-01 to confirm all actions and proceedings of the Special Council meeting