Orillia public meetings in 2024
76 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package informs the Mayor and Council of Orillia about administrative updates, including a 3.3% increase to 2025 building permit fees, a planned two-month closure of Terry Fox Circle for improvements, and a change in Waste Diversion Site hours. The package also includes correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities on topics like funding redistribution and rural road safety.
- 2025 building permit fees increase by 3.3% effective January 1, 2025
- Terry Fox Circle to close for about two months starting after Labor Day 2025 for resurfacing and barrier curb installation
- Waste Diversion Site closed to public on Mondays starting January 6, 2025
- Mayor's correspondence on tiny homes, homelessness, and parking ticket issuance
- Resolutions from other municipalities on redistributing Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure
Waste Management Advisory Committee
The Waste Management Advisory Committee is meeting to receive information on the new Waste Management Services Playbook, the distribution of 2025 waste collection and city information guides, and a memo on the Peterborough composting operation. They will also discuss action items including a resolution requesting the Province to amend the blue box regulation for 'ineligible' sources, a resolution on the Ontario Deposit Return Program, and the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Waste Management Services Playbook presented as a reference tool for staff and Council
- Distribution of 2025 Waste Collection, Winter Control and City Information Guides
- Memo on Peterborough Composting Operation
- Resolution to Province to amend blue box regulation for 'ineligible' sources
- Resolution on Ontario Deposit Return Program
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package is largely informational, containing correspondence and updates rather than decisions. Key items include the distribution of the 2025 waste collection guide and calendar, an update on the winter control playbook, and a status report on Polyethics' odour abatement plan. The package also includes correspondence from other municipalities and provincial bodies on topics like emergency management and municipal accountability.
- 2025 waste collection guide and calendar mailed to households, possibly delayed by Canada Post strike
- Final year for mailed collection guides; future copies available online or by request
- Winter Control Playbook update for Orillia's winter operations
- Polyethics odour abatement plan and building permit update
- Correspondence from multiple municipalities requesting redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure funding
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group
The Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group discussed feedback for the Stage 2 Official Plan Review. Members also reviewed draft guidelines for resident boulevard plantings and proposed the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Official Plan feedback: consensus to increase intensification height up to 16 storeys in certain areas
- Official Plan feedback: consensus to increase natural heritage buffers to 30m-60m for wetlands
- Official Plan feedback: recommendation to add green development standards to the Official Plan
- Official Plan feedback: recommendation for a minimum of 2 tree plantings per lot on new developments
- Draft Boulevard Guidelines: rules for naturalizing city-owned land between property lines and roads
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee will elect a 2025 chair, discuss its mandate and 2025 priorities, and review a proposed 2025 meeting schedule. Members will also hear a staff response to an inquiry about boarded-up Opera House windows, including why the committee was not consulted and the planned restoration course of action.
- Election of 2025 Chair
- Review of mandate and determination of 2025 priorities or projects
- Staff response to inquiry about boarded-up Opera House windows, including 2025 capital request for restoration consultant
- Proposed 2025 meeting schedule: second Tuesday monthly, 4:30 PM, Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom, with July and November breaks
Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group
The Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group will meet to approve its 2025 meeting schedule, discuss the Orillia and Area Food Strategy, and update progress on a planned public information session. The agenda includes no information items and is otherwise procedural.
- Proposed 2025 meeting schedule: third Thursday monthly, 2:00 PM, Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom, with no meetings in August or December
- Discussion of creating an Orillia & Area Food Strategy, including hiring a Food Strategy Coordinator and referring the request to budget deliberations
- Update on public information session, tentatively planned for October 1, 2, or 3, 2024, at City Hall Council Chamber
- Approval of draft meeting notes from August 14, 2024
Special Meeting of Council re 2025 Budget Ratification
Council is meeting to adopt the 2025 budget, including an updated report from the Corporate Services Department. They will consider several budget amendments, such as reducing the General Asset Management Reserve contribution by $2,000,000 to offset the tax levy, approving $277,000 for Rotary Place retrofits, and increasing the Household Hazardous Waste Depot design budget by $25,000. The meeting also includes a closed session for security and personal matters.
- Reduce General Asset Management Reserve contribution by $2,000,000 to offset tax levy
- Approve $277,000 for Climate Change Action Plan - Rotary Place Retrofits
- Increase Household Hazardous Waste Depot design budget by $25,000 to $85,000
- Increase Fire Communications System Upgrade budget by $191,120 funded by provincial grant
- Adopt Budget Committee reports with numerous tax levy adjustments, including OPP billing increase of $2,346,553
Regular Council Meeting - Addendum
Council will consider a motion to endorse Premier Doug Ford's proposed provincial legislation to address homelessness, addiction, and encampments, including enhanced penalties and a possible use of the Notwithstanding Clause. The motion also directs the Mayor to communicate the endorsement to provincial officials. A closed session report on a staffing matter is also on the agenda.
- Motion MC-24-26 to endorse provincial legislative measures on encampments and public safety
- Correspondence from Premier Ford dated Dec 5, 2024, and Mayor McIsaac's reply dated Dec 6, 2024
- Closed session report on recruitment panel re staffing matter (Personal)
Regular Council Meeting
This regular Council meeting includes a special session for 2025 budget ratification, presentations, and a closed session for personnel and land matters. In open session, Council will debate two competing resolutions on whether to oppose or support the provincial use of the Notwithstanding Clause to address homelessness, mental health, and addiction. Other business includes policy updates, committee appointments, grants, and several administrative items.
- Debate on opposing or supporting the Notwithstanding Clause for encampment and homelessness measures
- Orillia Power Generation Corporation request to increase operating loan from $2,000,000 to $3,000,000
- Grants approved: CFUW Orillia $1,500, Hospice Orillia $1,500, Legion Pipes and Drums $1,312, plus 2025 festival grants
- Sign By-law review and amendment to Chapter 832
- Winter road closure of Harvie Settlement Road between University Avenue and 695 Harvie Settlement Road (Dec 15–Mar 15)
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package provides updates on finances, projects, and correspondence. Key items include finalizing debenture financing for Laclie Street Phase 2 and Brian Orser Arena reconstruction, a revised assessment growth estimate, and provincial relief for OPP billing. The package also covers various correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities on topics like infrastructure funding and rural road safety.
- Debenture by-law for Laclie Street Phase 2 ($7,218,000 at 4.31% over 20 years) and Brian Orser Arena ($12,400,000 at 3.89% over 10 years)
- OPP billing relief of $1,649,638 from province, reducing 2025 OPP billing to $10,001,239
- 2025 assessment growth estimate revised to $1,125,285, reducing levy increase by 0.38%
- Fire communications system upgrade grant funding
- Lakehead University Memorandum of Understanding
Special Meeting of Council re Staffing Matter
This is a special meeting of Orillia City Council to discuss a staffing matter. The agenda indicates the meeting will move into a closed session to deal with a personal matter under the Municipal Act, with a recruitment panel item listed. After the closed session, council will consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive discussion occurring behind closed doors.
- Closed session to discuss a recruitment panel re staffing matter (File: H11-GEN)
- By-law 2024-131 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Downtown BIA Parking Working Group
The Downtown BIA Parking Working Group is meeting to discuss a request from the Downtown Orillia BIA Board to dissolve the group, with comments from members included. They will also receive information on municipal lot maintenance, Lot 3's conversion to a transit terminal, on-street parking changes on Colborne Street, Lightfoot Drive paid parking, and Mississaga Street reconstruction. The group previously postponed the dissolution discussion and a meeting on October 23 lacked quorum.
- Request to dissolve the Downtown BIA Parking Working Group, referred by Council for comments
- Municipal lot maintenance: quarterly inspections planned after September 2024 walkthrough
- Municipal Lot 3 on Colborne Street East proposed for Orillia Transit Terminal; design in 2025, construction in 2027
- Council approved 22 paid on-street parking spaces in May 2024, but Colborne Street implementation halted for safety
- Waterfront parking fees referral deferred to 2026 budget; report due April 1, 2025
Council Information Package
This is a Council Information Package, not a decision-making agenda. It contains correspondence and staff reports for Council's information, including a 1.5% pay increase for Mayor and Council effective December 1, 2024, a staff recommendation against a requested 'No Parking' zone on Orion Boulevard, and resolutions from other municipalities on provincial funding and other matters.
- Mayor's salary to increase to $91,352 and Council to $42,588 effective December 1, 2024
- Staff recommend against 'No Parking' zone on Orion Boulevard from Monarch Drive to 3075 Orion Boulevard
- Resolutions from Essa, Tweed, Wawa, and others seeking redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure
- Puslinch correspondence on OPP Annual Billing Statement and Excess Soil Regulation amendments
- Saugeen Shores resolution requesting intimate partner violence be declared an epidemic
Transportation and Parking Working Group
The Transportation and Parking Working Group will receive updates on holiday transit service changes, an on-street parking bylaw amendment for Atlantis Drive, and a Budget Committee decision to defer the On-Demand Transit study to 2026. They will also discuss waterfront parking fee referrals and correspondence regarding provincial bike lane restrictions. The agenda includes routine approvals of previous meeting notes and scheduling for 2025.
- Transit suspensions for Children's Candlelight Parade (Nov 22) and Santa Claus Parade (Nov 23), free service on New Year's Eve
- Bylaw amendment to reflect 'No Parking' signs on Atlantis Drive between Clayt French Park and Orion Boulevard
- Budget Committee withdrew $115,000 for On-Demand Transit Service Study; report due for 2026 budget
- Council referral to report on waterfront parking fees by April 1, 2025
- Correspondence opposing Bill 212 restrictions on municipal bike lanes
Council Information Package
This is a Council Information Package for the November 22, 2024 meeting, containing updates and correspondence for Council's information. It includes program updates on the Recreation Financial Assistance Program pilot, the Swim to Survive program, and the Orillia Snowplow Tracker, as well as notices and correspondence from other municipalities and provincial bodies. No decisions are being made; it is for information only.
- Recreation Financial Assistance Program pilot update: 130+ approved, 47 active Fun Passes, 400 subsidized day passes purchased
- Swim to Survive program for Grade 3 and 7 students launching January 2025 at Orillia Recreation Centre
- Orillia Snowplow Tracker relaunched at orillia.ca/plowtracker with Geotab technology
- Committee of Adjustment hearing scheduled for December 11, 2024 (virtual)
- Correspondence from multiple municipalities on rural road safety, OPP funding, and other resolutions
Recreation Working Group
The Recreation Working Group is meeting to receive updates on recreation projects, including grant applications for a Foundry Park skatepark, playground, and pickleball complex, and a Barnfield Point Recreation Centre re-roofing project. They will also discuss the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan and a proposed 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes information items and action items, with no decisions expected on the grant-funded projects, which are subject to Council ratification on December 9, 2024.
- Grant application for Foundry Park Intergenerational Skatepark, Adventure Playground, and Eight-Court Pickleball Complex ($2,000,000 total budget)
- Grant application for Barnfield Point Recreation Centre re-roofing project ($1,000,000 total budget)
- Capital budget submission for West Orillia Sports Complex artificial turf scoreboard (project 25103)
- Update on Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan, contract awarded to Stantec Consulting Inc.
- Tree removal of six Norway Maples near Orillia Waterfront Centre for public safety
Public Meeting of Council re Planning Matters - Addendum
Council is holding a public meeting to consider municipally-initiated housekeeping amendments to the City of Orillia Zoning By-law 2014-44. The amendments propose minor text changes to clarify and improve the by-law. Correspondence from the Simcoe County District School Board is included, detailing requested changes to several sections affecting school properties.
- Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2014-44 (File D14-940)
- SCDSB requests waste storage areas permitted in any yard for schools (Section 5.40)
- SCDSB proposes new parking requirements for elementary and secondary schools (Section 6.2.3)
- SCDSB requests scooter parking be allowed in place of bicycle parking (Section 6.2.3.1)
- SCDSB requests exemption from retroactive EV parking requirements for school additions (Section 6.2.3.2)
Regular Council Meeting - Addendum
Council will consider a motion from the Transportation and Parking Working Group to send correspondence to the Ministry of Transportation opposing Bill 212's restrictions on municipal bike lane placement. The motion also requests provincial funding for public transportation and supports a related resolution from the City of Guelph. A letter from Sustainable Orillia expressing support for the motion is included in the addendum.
- Motion to oppose Bill 212 (Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act, 2024) restrictions on bike lanes
- Request for provincial investment in public transportation to reduce congestion
- Support for City of Guelph resolution dated September 24, 2024
- Correspondence to be submitted to Ministry of Transportation online comment tool by November 20, 2024
- Letter of support from Sustainable Orillia
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider endorsing the final Downtown Tomorrow Plan Update, adopting a corporate Climate Change Policy, and receiving an annual climate progress report. It will also hear a deputation from Empower Simcoe about developmental services, and vote on several by-laws including parking changes and an interim tax levy.
- Endorse Downtown Tomorrow Plan Update (Report DSE-24-58)
- Adopt Climate Change Policy 1.1.10.1 and receive annual progress report (EIS-24-22)
- By-law 2024-126: amend Neighbourhood Safety and Nuisance regulation, $500 fee after third OPP attendance
- By-law 2024-127: no parking on Atlantis Drive and 40 km/h Community Safety Zone
- By-law 2024-128: interim tax levy for 2025
Public Meeting of Council re Planning Matters
This is a public meeting to present two proposed Zoning By-law Amendments. The first is a rezoning application for 50 Westmount Drive North to permit a 114-unit stacked townhouse development. The second involves municipally-initiated housekeeping amendments to the City's Zoning By-law 2014-44. Council will consider these draft amendments for presentation at a future meeting.
- Rezoning of 50 Westmount Drive North (former Mount Slaven Public School) to permit 114 stacked townhouse units in six 3-storey buildings
- Request to reduce parking from 1.5 to 1.25 spaces per unit (143 spaces total) and visitor parking from 25% to 20% of required
- Request to increase maximum building height from 11m to 12.2m
- Municipally-initiated housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2014-44
- Removal of Holding Seven (H7) provision from the property
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package contains updates and correspondence for the November 18, 2024 Council meeting. Key items include a proposed by-law to extend the municipal housing facility tax exemption for Hillcrest Lodge until June 15, 2025, and a by-law for interim tax bills. Council will also consider amendments to parking restrictions on Atlantis Drive and receive information on waste management and winter control programs.
- Extension of Hillcrest Lodge tax exemption to June 15, 2025
- Interim tax bills to be mailed January 13, 2025, with due dates March 15 and May 15, 2025
- Amendment to Traffic and Parking By-law 2007-55 for no-parking zones on Atlantis Drive
- Deputation request from Rob O'Neill for $10,000 for volleyball tournament denied
- Waste Management Services Playbook published
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive correspondence, and discuss action items. Key items include a draft letter commending two PetroCan stations for offering fuel assistance, an addendum about a missing accessible automatic door button at the Orillia Recreation Centre pool viewing area, and setting the 2025 meeting schedule. The committee will also consider online accessibility training from Access Forward.
- Draft letter commending PetroCan stations at 281 Coldwater Road and 610 Atherley Road for accessible fuel assistance
- Addendum: Missing accessible automatic door button at Orillia Recreation Centre pool viewing area entrance
- Proposed 2025 meeting schedule: second Thursday monthly, except July and December
- Access Forward online training and information from Government of Ontario
Budget Committee re 2025 Budget Deliberations - Nov 12
The Budget Committee is deliberating the 2025 budget, including operating and capital budgets, and will hear from service providers such as the County of Simcoe, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, and the Couchiching O.P.P. Detachment Board about their funding requests. The committee will also consider reports on the Municipal Accommodation Tax, water and wastewater rates, and stormwater rates, and may move into closed session for a personnel matter. The agenda includes a recommendation to remove the On-Demand Transit Service Study from the 2025 budget and defer it to 2026.
- Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit requests $524,169 from Orillia for 2025, up 2% from 2024
- Recommendation to remove On-Demand Transit Service Study (Capital Project 25350) from 2025 budget, defer to 2026
- Report on Municipal Accommodation Tax annual update, directing staff to report annually starting January 2026
- 2025 and 2026 Water and Wastewater Rates report to be circulated as addendum
- 2025 Stormwater Rates report to be circulated as addendum
Council Information Package
This is an information package for Council, not a decision-making meeting. It includes revised lists for road resurfacing and sidewalk replacement projects pending budget approval, an update on the MTO handover of the Westmount Drive North and Coldwater Road West intersection, and notices about the water meter changeout program and supplementary tax bills. Also included are correspondence items from other municipalities and associations on topics like 911 dispatch changes, provincial funding, and municipal elections.
- Revised road resurfacing list includes 2025 projects on Fittons Rd, West St, King St, Line 15 N, and Mississaga St W with estimates totaling $2,050,000
- Revised sidewalk replacement list includes 2025 projects on Gill St, Bay St, James St E, Brant St E, and East St with estimates totaling $1,025,000
- Water Meter Changeout Program: 65 meters to be replaced in 2024 by contractor Wamco, growing to 2,000+ meters by 2027-2031
- 210 Supplementary/Omitted Tax Bills totaling $640,645.18 mailed November 7, 2024, with due dates January 15 and March 15, 2025
- MTO handover of Westmount Drive North and Coldwater Road West intersection expected before end of 2024
Budget Committee re 2025 Budget Deliberations - Nov 6
The City of Orillia's Budget Committee is holding multi-day deliberations on the 2025 budget, including operating and capital budgets. The committee will hear from service providers and agencies about their funding requests, and will discuss reports on the municipal accommodation tax, water/wastewater rates, and stormwater rates. A portion of the meeting may be held in closed session for a personnel matter.
- County of Simcoe funding request
- Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit funding request ($524,169 from Orillia)
- Couchiching O.P.P. Detachment Board funding request
- Municipal Accommodation Tax annual report
- 2025 and 2026 Water and Wastewater Rates report
Special Meeting of Council re Staffing Matter
This is a special meeting of Orillia City Council to discuss a staffing matter, which will be held in closed session under the Municipal Act's personal matters exemption. Following the closed session, Council will consider two by-laws: one to appoint Daniel J. Kirby as Clerk effective November 7, 2024, and another to confirm the meeting's proceedings. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Closed session to discuss a staffing matter (personal matter under Municipal Act)
- By-law 2024-124: Adopts Chapter 144 of the Municipal Code to appoint Daniel J. Kirby as Clerk effective November 7, 2024
- By-law 2024-125: Confirms proceedings of the special meeting
Budget Committee re 2025 Budget Deliberations - 05, 06, 12 and 13, 2024 - Addendum
The Budget Committee is deliberating the 2025 budget, including presentations from the County of Simcoe, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, and the Couchiching O.P.P. Detachment Board on their funding requests. The committee will also review the operating budget, including proposed changes to water, wastewater, and stormwater rates, and will hold a closed session on budget considerations.
- Proposed repeal and replacement of Water and Sewer Rate Structure (Schedule A of Chapter 459)
- Proposed repeal and replacement of Stormwater User Fees (Schedule A1 of Chapter 461), effective Spring 2025
- County of Simcoe presentation on 2025 budget, including $1.1M for Ontario Works and $6.9M capital repairs to social housing
- Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit presentation on 2025 budget with 5% municipal levy increase
- Opioid Crisis Working Group financial requests from Couchiching Family Health Team, Couchiching Ontario Health Team, and Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
Budget Committee re 2025 Budget Deliberations - 05, 06, 12 Nov 2024
The City of Orillia's Budget Committee is holding multi-day deliberations to review the 2025 operating and capital budgets, including funding requests from service providers and agencies. The committee will also discuss reports on the Municipal Accommodation Tax, water and wastewater rates, stormwater rates, and an on-demand transit budget adjustment. A portion of the meeting may be held in closed session to discuss a personnel matter.
- Review of 2025 operating budget for Corporate Services Department
- Funding requests from County of Simcoe, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, and Couchiching O.P.P. Detachment Board
- Municipal Accommodation Tax annual report (Report CS-24-40)
- 2025 and 2026 water and wastewater rates report
- On-Demand Transit budget adjustment (Report DSE-24-52) to remove capital project from 2025 budget
Regular Council Meeting
Orillia Council is deciding on a $3.08 million budget increase for the Bayview Sewage Pumping Station construction, funded from reserves. They will also consider a deputation from the Community Empowerment Collective requesting financial assistance for the 2025 budget, and vote on several other items including committee appointments, a traffic study, and various by-laws.
- Bayview Sewage Pumping Station construction budget increase of $3,083,000, funded from Wastewater Asset Reserve and Sanitary Sewer Development Charge Reserve
- Deputation from Community Empowerment Collective requesting financial assistance for 2025 Budget
- Feasibility report on all-way stop or traffic circle at Orion Boulevard and Monarch Drive
- Street closure for Orillia Christmas Market on Mississaga Street from West Street to Andrew Street, Nov 23, 2024
- By-law to confirm sale of part of Bayview Sewage Pumping Station to King and Traill
Budget Committee re Initial Presentation
The Budget Committee is reviewing the draft 2025 operating and capital budgets, which propose a net levy increase of 6.94% (about $280 per average home). The meeting is an overview; no budget decisions are expected. Key pressures include a 25.4% increase in the OPP policing contract and a 13.9% increase in Simcoe County services. The committee will deliberate in subsequent meetings, with final approval targeted for December 9, 2024.
- Draft 2025 operating budget proposes 6.94% net levy increase, $5.062M additional levy
- OPP policing contract increases $2.361M (25.4%) to $11.650M
- Simcoe County health and social services contract increases 13.9% ($1.343M)
- Referrals and requests for consideration total $911K (1.25% levy impact)
- Capital budget and operating budget deliberations scheduled for November 5-13
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package provides updates and upcoming agenda items for the November 4, 2024 Council meeting. It includes proposed by-laws to amend the Orillia Power Generation Corporation promissory note interest rate, reacquire lots in Horne Business Park, and sell part of the Bayview Sewage Pumping Station. It also outlines holiday transit service disruptions and housekeeping amendments to municipal by-law enforcement officer appointments. The package is informational; decisions will be made at the Council meeting.
- Proposed by-law to amend OPGC promissory note interest rate to 6.13% for 2024-2025
- Confirmation by-law for reacquisition of Lots 10-15, Horne Business Park
- Confirmation by-law for sale of part of Bayview Sewage Pumping Station to 404 Bayview Parkway
- Transit service suspended Nov 22, 2024 6:45-8:45 p.m. for Candlelight Parade; Nov 23, 2024 4:45-7:15 p.m. for Santa Claus Parade; free transit Dec 31, 2024 4:45 p.m.-Jan 1, 2025 1:45 a.m. sponsored by Tim Hortons
- Housekeeping amendments to Chapter 170 to appoint new Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers
Transportation and Parking Working Group
The Transportation and Parking Working Group will review updates on Colborne Street parking, an upcoming walkability survey, provincial bike lane restrictions, and a proposal to extend the free teen transit pass pilot to June 2026. They will also consider requesting Council to write a letter to the province about bike lane legislation.
- Colborne Street on-street parking: 22 paid spaces approved in May 2024, implementation halted at key intersections
- Proposal to extend free teen bus pass pilot from February 2025 to June 2026, with possible permanent pass in 2026 budget
- Discussion of provincial Bill 212 requiring approval before installing bike lanes that remove traffic lanes
- Upcoming Age Friendly Orillia walkability survey/audit to inform active transportation policies
- Request for report on transit stop at Lakehead University
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package includes notices for two public meetings on November 18, 2024: a municipally-initiated housekeeping amendment to the city-wide zoning by-law, and a zoning amendment for 114 stacked townhouse units at 50 Westmount Drive North. The package also contains updates on Fuel Innovation's activities, the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan, and various correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities on provincial matters.
- Public meeting Nov 18 for zoning by-law amendment to permit 114 stacked townhouse units at 50 Westmount Drive North (File D14-939)
- Public meeting Nov 18 for city-wide housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2014-44 (File D14-940)
- Contract awarded to Stantec Consulting Inc. for Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan (20-month project)
- Resolution requesting province to amend blue box regulation for 'ineligible' sources
- Resolution requesting province to implement Rural Road Safety Program
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider borrowing up to $7,218,000 for Laclie Street Phase 2 and $12,400,000 for Brian Orser Arena reconstruction, plus a development charges by-law amendment. They will also hear deputations from the County of Simcoe on a settlement strategy and from Green Haven Shelter for Women requesting one-time funding. Several reports on traffic, geese, and housing plans are on the agenda.
- Borrowing up to $7,218,000 for Laclie Street Phase 2 (Cedar St to Parkhurst Cres) and $12,400,000 for Brian Orser Arena reconstruction
- Development Charges By-law 2023-009 amendment
- Automated Speed Enforcement contract with Town of Newmarket, $285,000 capital budget
- Community Safety Zone with 40 km/h speed limit on Atlantis Drive
- Bird Management Program: $120,000 annual request and $168,000 for Library rooftop seagull abatement
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package provides updates and correspondence for the October 21, 2024 Council meeting. Key items include a recommendation to defer waterfront parking fee implementation to the 2026 budget process, a deeming by-law for properties on Atherley and Driftwood Roads, and updates on Laclie Street reconstruction. The package also includes correspondence on various provincial and federal matters.
- Deferral of waterfront parking fees to 2026 budget; currently 625 free parking spots at waterfront lots
- Deeming By-law for 625, 643 Atherley Road and 642 Driftwood Road to consolidate land titles
- Laclie Street Phase 2 reconstruction scheduled to open late fall 2024
- Withdrawal of Simcoe County District School Board appeal to Ontario Land Tribunal regarding Zoning By-law Amendment No. 9
- Correspondence from Mayor re Champlain Monument at Terry Fox Circle
Waste Management Advisory Committee
The Waste Management Advisory Committee is reviewing a report on the Waste Diversion Site's disposal assessment, which confirms about 40 years of remaining landfill capacity and recommends optimizing the site rather than using external disposal. The committee will also discuss a draft plan for blue box regulation changes and a collection guide and incentive program.
- Waste Diversion Site disposal assessment: 40 years capacity, $1.5-2M bunker system option to preserve 5 years
- Draft CIP for blue box regulation amendment request to Province
- Collection Guide and Incentive Program update
- 2025 City-Wide Garage Sale Day follow-up
- Minutes from September 17, 2024 meeting
Council Information Package
Council is receiving information about a Notice of Appeal filed by the Simcoe County District School Board against Housekeeping Amendment No. 9 to the Zoning By-law, approved September 9, 2024. The board's appeal concerns provisions on waste storage, bicycle and electric vehicle parking, and other parking requirements for schools. Staff will compile an information package for the Ontario Land Tribunal and later report to Council on options. The package also includes updates on the new Provincial Planning Statement, 2024, and correspondence on various municipal resolutions.
- Notice of appeal by Simcoe County District School Board to Ontario Land Tribunal on Zoning By-law Amendment No. 9 (File D14-933)
- New Provincial Planning Statement 2024 effective October 20, 2024, revoking A Place to Grow Growth Plan
- Deputation request from Segal Construction denied for promoting business
- Replacement of landmark tree at Orillia Opera House
- Correspondence on Ontario Deposit Return Program, Municipal Elections Act, involuntary care, and physician shortage
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review recent council follow-up on a sidewalk accessibility report and to discuss a request about accessible fueling options at gas stations. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
- Council follow-up on Report AAC-24-01 regarding sidewalks at Mississaga Street West, Quinn Avenue, and Woodside Drive
- Discussion of Charlie Adams' request about assistance at fuel pumps in Orillia
- Approval of September 12, 2024 minutes
Accessibility Advisory Committee Public Meeting re IASR
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to gather feedback on conventional and specialized transit, accessible parking, taxicabs, parks, and trails, as required by Ontario Regulation 191/11. Staff will present updates on these services and on the 2023-2028 Accessibility Plan schedules, including a new schedule on information and communications. A written submission on multiple chemical sensitivity will also be considered.
- Four new conventional buses and one specialized transit vehicle ordered; first bus due October 2024
- Two new accessible parking spaces added in 2024: Lot 2 behind Mariposa Market and Matchedash Street north of Mississaga Street East
- Only one accessible taxicab in Orillia, currently not operational; no accessible cabs at Abby Taxi or Orillia Taxi Service
- Accessible parking fine without valid permit is $350.00
- New Schedule G on Information and Communications added to 2023-2028 Accessibility Plan
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee will hear from property owner Ian Ross about a potential heritage designation for 55-57 Peter Street North, and will review draft cultural heritage reports for the Huronia Regional Centre. The committee is also expected to approve the August 13, 2024 minutes.
- Discussion with Ian Ross on designating 55-57 Peter Street North under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
- Review of draft Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER) for Huronia Regional Centre and Associated Lands
- Review of draft Cultural Heritage Evaluation Recommendations Report (CHERR) for Huronia Regional Centre
- Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes
Public Meetings of Council re Planning Matters
This is a public meeting where Council will hear presentations on two proposed Zoning By-law Amendments. The first would rezone 101 Norweld Drive from industrial to commercial to support an expanded Volkswagen dealership. The second would rezone 238 Barrie Road. Council is not making final decisions at this meeting but will consider the draft amendments at a future meeting.
- 101 Norweld Drive: Rezone from Industrial One (M1) to Arterial Commercial (C3-7) for Volkswagen dealership parking, snow storage, and waste enclosure
- 101 Norweld Drive: Reduced landscaped buffer of 1.2 m along Norweld Drive (1.5 m normally required)
- 101 Norweld Drive: Development charges anticipated at approximately $47,000
- 238 Barrie Road: Zoning By-law Amendment application (File D14-937) presented for consideration
Regular Council Meeting - Addendum
Council is receiving a presentation on the proposed Five-Year Orillia Economic Development Strategic Plan, prepared by Oosterbaan Strategy. The plan outlines four goals: investment attraction and workforce development, business start-up and growth, quality of life/workforce attraction and retention, and tourism sector growth. It is based on community surveys, interviews, and consultations, and identifies challenges such as affordable housing, cost of living, and transit.
- Presentation of the Five-Year Orillia Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Plan includes goals for investment attraction, business growth, quality of life, and tourism
- Based on 549 survey responses and over 60 organizational interviews
- Identifies challenges: affordable housing, cost of living vs. income, transit
- New Business Development Officer (BDO) activity scoring matrix introduced
Regular Council Meeting
Orillia Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a $279,000 security upgrade for the James Street Sewage Pumping Station, adoption of a five-year economic development plan, and a waste diversion site assessment. The agenda also includes a public meeting on planning matters, a closed session on land matters, and a consent agenda with routine items such as fee waivers and budget referrals.
- Authorize $180,000 for site upgrades and $28,500 for CCTV at James Street Sewage Pumping Station, plus $50,000 for repairs and $20,500 for overnight security
- Adopt Five-Year Orillia Economic Development Strategic Plan in principle
- Receive Waste Diversion Site Disposal Assessment
- Waive Council Chamber rental fees for Lakehead University on Oct 17-18, 2024, forgoing up to $698
- Refer $100,000 for Community Connection Centre to 2025 budget
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package includes correspondence and updates for the October 7, 2024 meeting. The main item is a revised zoning by-law amendment to implement the 2023 Affordable Housing Action Plan, which now restricts additional residential and institutional uses on Place of Worship sites and the future Transit Terminal site to government, non-profit, or charitable organizations. The package also includes notices about the end of Rogers TV coverage of meetings, a pause on Colborne Street parking spaces, and various resolutions from other municipalities.
- Zoning by-law amendment (D14-933) for affordable housing, revised to remove dormitory, emergency shelter, and similar uses, and restrict new uses to non-profit/charitable/government ownership
- Rogers Cable TV will no longer regularly televise or stream Council meetings; notices will be posted online and meetings may be livestreamed on YouTube
- Mayor's response to Kathy Hunt confirms pause on Colborne Street parking space installation for safety review
- County of Simcoe to conduct Point-in-Time Homeless Count in October 2024
- Resolutions from other municipalities on rideshare services, lithium-ion batteries, asset retirement obligations, and physician shortages
Downtown BIA Parking Working Group
The Downtown BIA Parking Working Group will discuss a request from the Downtown Orillia Business Improvement Area (DOBIA) to dissolve the group and refer parking matters to the Transportation and Parking Working Group. The group will provide comments back to Council as directed. The agenda also includes approval of draft meeting notes from May 2, 2024.
- Council referral: DOBIA request to dissolve the Downtown BIA Parking Working Group
- DOBIA proposes adding a second BIA appointee to the Transportation and Parking Working Group
- Approval of draft meeting notes from May 2, 2024
- No information items on the agenda
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package is mostly informational, containing correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for Council's awareness. The most notable item is a staff report on security issues at the James Street Sanitary Pumping Station, including trespassing and vandalism, with a full report coming to Committee on October 7. Other items include the appointment of a new library CEO and notices of upcoming hearings.
- James Street Sanitary Pumping Station (125 James Street West) vandalism: cut fences, locks, removed in-service wiring; report to Committee October 7
- Orillia Public Library appoints Meagan Wilkinson as permanent CEO
- Committee of Adjustment hearing October 16, 2024 (virtual)
- Rethink Poverty event November 14, 2024, Barrie
- Resolutions from Amaranth, Casselman, East Ferris, Hilliard, Kitchener, Laurentian Hills on provincial matters
Regular Council Meeting
Orillia Council is meeting to decide on several items, including supporting a Community Connection Centre with System Navigation and referring $100,000 to the 2025 budget, amending parking rules to allow seasonal overnight parking in certain parks for $375 plus HST, and approving grant applications for recreation projects. They will also hear a deputation from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and consider various routine items like noise exemptions and street closures.
- Support in principle for Community Connection Centre with System Navigation; $100,000 request referred to 2025 budget
- Seasonal parking permit program: overnight parking in Walter Henry, West Ridge, Clayt French parks, Nov 15-Apr 15, $375 plus HST
- Grant applications: $1,000,000 for Barnfield Point Recreation Centre re-roofing; $2,000,000 for Foundry Park skatepark, playground, pickleball complex
- 2025 Solid Waste Management fees and Water/Wastewater fees referred to budget deliberations
- Noise exemptions for wedding on Westmount Drive North (Sept 28) and Home Depot construction (Sept 30-Oct 11)
Special Meeting of Council re Tax Appeals
Council will review and hear appeals on property tax adjustments for 2022-2024, as recommended by the Director of Financial Services. The adjustments total about $40,373.51 in property tax reductions, with reasons including house fires, demolitions, and classification changes. Council will also consider writing off $5,694.72 in uncollectable general accounts receivable invoices due to expired statutes of limitations.
- Tax appeals for 2022-2024 totaling $40,373.51 in property tax reductions
- Write-off of $5,694.72 in uncollectable invoices (e.g., graffiti removal, hydro pole damage, recreation fees)
- Appeals include properties affected by house fires, demolitions, and classification changes
- One property (030-314-02100) became exempt, reducing taxes by $13,593.56
- One property (040-402-11000) had commercial portion removed, reducing taxes by $1,125.42
Council Information Package
Council will consider a by-law to exempt part of Plan 292 from part-lot control, allowing Sophie's Landing Development Corp. to subdivide existing blocks into 23 townhouse lots on Ruby Crescent and Rice Lane (formerly 19 Orchard Point). The agenda also includes updates on a capital project prioritization framework, a deeming by-law for 404 Bayview Parkway, a new traffic controller cabinet at Fittons Road and West Street North, and tree removal at Orillia Waterfront Centre. Correspondence items cover physician shortages, cellular coverage, and the Canada Community-Building Fund.
- Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for Sophie's Landing Phase 4 (23 townhouse units, Ruby Crescent and Rice Lane)
- Capital Project Prioritization Framework to address $250M funding gap in 10-year capital plan
- Deeming By-law for 404 Bayview Parkway
- New traffic controller cabinet and accessibility enhancements at Fittons Road and West Street North
- Tree removal at Orillia Waterfront Centre
Special Meeting of Council with the Strategic Leadership Team re Tours of Various City Properties and Facilities
Council and the Strategic Leadership Team will tour various city properties and facilities in preparation for 2025 budget deliberations. The open session covers agenda approval and purpose; the substantive tour occurs in a closed session under the Municipal Act's education/training provision. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Tour of city properties/facilities for 2025 budget preparation
- Closed session for education/training on city facilities
- Involves CAO, Corporate Services, Development Services, Engineering, and Environment/Infrastructure departments
Affordable Housing Working Group
The Affordable Housing Working Group will receive a presentation from WSP consultants on the Issues and Options Reports for Stage 2 of the Official Plan Review, focusing on housing policies. They will also review follow-ups from recent Council meetings, including the Housing Coordinator position, the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan, and a Housing Accelerator Fund grant application. The group will provide feedback on policy options to inform the upcoming Policy Directions Report.
- Review of Issues and Options Reports on equitable access to housing, including affordable, rental, and age-friendly housing policies
- Discussion of surplus government land for affordable housing and permitting apartments in stable neighbourhoods
- Follow-up on Council's decision to continue the Housing Coordinator position indefinitely
- Update on Housing Accelerator Fund Round 2 application to CMHC
- Report on request to increase the Affordable Housing Reserve for 2025 budget
Recreation Working Group
The group is reviewing the 'Nurturing Neighbourhoods' report as part of the City's Official Plan update. Members are also discussing landscaping changes at the Port of Orillia and several recreation-related action items.
- Official Plan Update: 'Nurturing Neighbourhoods' report feedback due October 15, 2024
- Landscaping changes near the Port of Orillia to improve public safety and viewsheds
- Discussion on alternative canoe and kayak launch areas
- Discussion on playground accessibility
- Discussion on pickleball courts at Orillia Recreation Centre
Waste Management Advisory Committee
The Waste Management Advisory Committee is reviewing draft reports on proposed 2025 solid waste fees and a 2025 City-Wide Garage Sale Day, plus receiving updates on large-item complaints, a waste composition study, and the 2024 garage sale results. The committee will provide comment on the draft reports before they go to Council. The meeting is largely informational and advisory, with no final decisions made.
- Proposed increase in regular garbage disposal fee from $185 to $200 per tonne (est. +$22,700/yr)
- Proposed new Construction & Demolition Waste category at $185/tonne, raising concrete/asphalt from $95 to $185/tonne (est. +$30,800/yr)
- Proposed increase in mixed loads fee from $370 to $400 per tonne
- Proposed discontinuation of rain barrel sales to non-Orillia residents
- 2024 City-Wide Garage Sale Day raised over $4,500 for Affordable Housing Reserve
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package updates Council on the City of Orillia's bid to host the 2026 Ontario 55+ Winter Games, with $40,000 in proposed funding from the Municipal Accommodation Tax. It also notifies of two public meetings for zoning by-law amendments at 238 Barrie Road and 101 Norweld Drive, scheduled for October 7, 2024. The package includes correspondence from AMO, the health unit, and other municipalities on various resolutions.
- Bid submitted for 2026 Ontario 55+ Winter Games with $40,000 funding from Municipal Accommodation Tax
- Public meeting for zoning amendment at 238 Barrie Road to allow semi-detached dwellings (File D14-937)
- Public meeting for zoning amendment at 101 Norweld Drive to rezone from Industrial to Arterial Commercial (File D14-938)
- AMO policy update on energy procurements and community/supportive housing event
- Resolution from Kirkland Lake on restricting exotic animal possession
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review survey results on city accessibility, a draft brochure for businesses, a report on sidewalks at Mississaga Street West, Woodside Drive, and Quinn Avenue, and a request about gas station pumping assistance. They will also approve the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting.
- Review of community survey results on accessibility, including sensory swim times, beach mats, snow removal, and transit
- Draft 'Accessibility Makes Good Business Cent$' brochure for small businesses
- Report AAC-24-01 recommending staff review of sidewalks at Mississaga Street West, Quinn Avenue, and Woodside Drive
- Discussion of gas stations offering pumping assistance for people with disabilities
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group
The Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group will hear a presentation from WSP on the Issues and Options Reports for Stage 2 of the Official Plan Review, focusing on climate change and other topics. They will provide feedback to inform the upcoming Policy Directions Report. The agenda also includes updates on waterfront shrub cover and recent garden changes at the Port of Orillia.
- Presentation and feedback on Climate Change Issues and Options Report
- Discussion of policy options for tree canopy protection, sustainable building design, and greenhouse gas targets
- Update on waterfront shrub cover by Madeleine Fournier
- Addendum: Port of Orillia garden and landscaping changes
- Next meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024
Public Meeting of Council re Planning Matters
This is a public meeting of Orillia Council to consider three planning applications: a zoning by-law amendment for a retail store at 21 Diana Drive, a draft plan of subdivision and condominium plus zoning amendment for 406/410 Gill Street and 152 Oxford Street, and municipally-initiated housekeeping amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The meeting includes presentations and public input, but no final decisions are made here; recommendations will go to a future Council meeting.
- Zoning amendment for 21 Diana Drive to permit a retail store (up to 595 m²) with parking in front yard, currently zoned M3-1(H6)
- Draft plan of subdivision and common elements condominium for 406 and 410 Gill Street and 152 Oxford Street
- Municipally-initiated housekeeping amendments to Official Plan and Zoning By-law 2014-44
- Estimated $1.5 million assessed value for 21 Diana Drive development, generating ~$31,000 in municipal tax
- Public meeting for planning matters; no final decisions at this meeting
Regular Council Meeting
Council will receive the Poverty Reduction Action Plan and consider establishing a working group to review its recommendations, funded by up to $47,500. They will also decide on several other items, including a marina management agreement, a vac-truck replacement, and a subdivision approval renewal.
- Poverty Reduction Action Plan received; working group established with $47,500 budget
- Port of Orillia Marina Management Agreement - direction on options
- Vac-Truck replacement: $850,000 capital increase and $45,000 rental funding
- Orillia Townhomes Inc. draft plan of subdivision (12 Fittons Road East) lapsing date extended to Sept 23, 2027
- Consent agenda includes automated speed enforcement MOU, digital feedback signs, and facility commercialization
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package contains items for Council's September 9, 2024 meeting, including confirmation by-laws for two property dispositions and a zoning by-law amendment approved by the Ontario Land Tribunal for an 8-storey, 45-unit apartment building. The package also includes correspondence and notices on waste study, conservation awards, and other municipal resolutions.
- Confirming by-law for sale of Lots 5 and 6, Horne Business Park to 1000426737 Ontario Inc.
- Confirming by-law for land exchange with Hydro One: part of 372 West Street South for 15 Industrial Street and 24 Market Street
- OLT Final Order for 625, 643 Atherley Road and 642 Driftwood Road: 8-storey, 45-unit apartment with 95 parking spaces
- 2024 Waste Composition Study
- Notice of statutory public meeting for zoning by-law amendment and subdivision at 2060 Division Road West (Township of Severn)
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package updates Council on administrative approvals and ongoing projects. It includes site plan approvals for three properties, a lane closure for sewer construction, an Ontario Land Tribunal order allowing a development, and the launch of the Official Plan Review survey. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is informational only.
- Seniors Community Grant of $25,000 awarded for 'Seniors at Play – Community Canvas Project'
- Site plan approvals for 26 Nelle Carter Court, 600 Sundial Drive, and 495 West Street South (self-storage)
- Lane closure at Fittons Rd E and Maple Dr from Sept 3 to Oct 31 for sewer pumping station construction
- OLT order allows 8-storey, 45-unit apartment building at 625/643 Atherley Rd and 642 Driftwood Rd
- Official Plan Review survey open until October 15, 2024
Transportation and Parking Working Group
The Transportation and Parking Working Group will review an action item proposing free Orillia Transit for class and daycare trips, along with updates on a traffic circle at Forest and James, Centennial Park boat launch parking, and new downtown parking spaces. The group will also receive information on bus route analysis for on-demand transit and recent council follow-ups.
- Proposal for free transit for class and daycare trips, with 2023-24 group pass statistics
- Update on temporary traffic calming circle at Forest and James intersection
- Centennial Park boat launch parking lot update with new boat trailer-only signage
- Council referral for on-demand transit feasibility report for 2025 budget
- New downtown parking spaces including 26 metered and 2 accessible spaces
Council Information Package
Council receives updates on the Fire Chief recruitment, the County of Simcoe's expanded Community Safety Program in Orillia, and correspondence regarding odour complaints at Polyethics. Also included are notices for a Committee of Adjustment hearing, a provincial emergency preparedness grant, and various resolutions from other municipalities.
- Chris Ferry appointed Fire Chief, effective January 2025
- Community Safety Program expansion by County of Simcoe, contact 1-647-688-9175
- Mayor's response to odour complaints at Polyethics, 301 Forest Avenue North
- Committee of Adjustment hearing set for September 11, 2024 (virtual)
- Community Emergency Preparedness Grant Round 2 ($5M) launching September 2024
Recreation Working Group
The Recreation Working Group is meeting to discuss and potentially form working groups for input into the Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan, and to review updates on the Brian Orser Arena renovation and naturalized gardens at the Port of Orillia. They will also hear a verbal update on the Orillia Youth Strategy and consider action items on a canoe/kayak launch area, playground accessibility, and pickleball courts at the Orillia Recreation Centre.
- Brian Orser Arena renovation: W.S. Morgan Construction awarded contract, demolition underway, completion expected for 2025-26 ice season
- Naturalized gardens planted at Port of Orillia Waterfront Centre with native species, supported by donations
- Discussion on preparing for Parks, Recreation, Culture and Trails Master Plan
- Alternative canoe and kayak launch area proposal
- Playground accessibility and pickleball courts at Orillia Recreation Centre
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package notifies the public of several planning applications and a land disposition to be considered at the September 9, 2024 Council meeting. It includes a proposed zoning change for an LCBO retail store at 21 Diana Drive, a draft plan for 20 townhouses at 406/410 Gill Street and 152 Oxford Street, and a municipally-initiated official plan and zoning amendment for Orchard Point. The package also contains correspondence from other municipalities on topics like physician shortages and infrastructure funding.
- Notice of intention to dispose of city-owned lands (Part of Lot E, Plan 365, South Orillia)
- Zoning by-law amendment for retail store (LCBO) at 21 Diana Drive, up to 595m² gross floor area
- Draft plan of subdivision and condominium for 20 townhouses at 406 & 410 Gill Street and 152 Oxford Street
- Municipally-initiated official plan and zoning by-law amendment for Orchard Point (excluding Atherley Road frontage)
- Correspondence from other municipalities on physician shortage, paramedic long-service medals, and water testing phase-out
Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Groups
The Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group is meeting to discuss an action item from Charlotte Knegt regarding the Orillia and Area Food Strategy. The group will consider a request to refer a Food Strategy Coordinator position to the 2025 budget deliberations. The agenda includes approval of the July 10, 2024 meeting notes and no information items.
- Discussion of Charlotte Knegt's request for a Food Strategy Coordinator
- Referral of Food Strategy Coordinator position to 2025 budget deliberations
- Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting notes
- No information items on the agenda
Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group
The Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Working Group will review and comment on a draft report about targeted stormwater management strategies to reduce beach swim advisories, and a staff memo proposing a 2025 microbial source tracking study at Orillia's public beaches. They will also receive an information item about new naturalized gardens at the Port of Orillia's Waterfront Centre. The meeting is for discussion and comment; no final decisions are being made.
- Draft report EIS-24-18 on swim advisories and targeted stormwater management strategies, referred to 2025 budget deliberations
- Proposed 2025 Microbial Source Tracking at Couchiching Beach (140 Canice Street) and Moose/Tudhope Beach (450 Atherley Road)
- 2025 stormwater budget requests totaling $401,200, including $299,000 for stormwater pond assessment and $15,000 for microbial source tracking
- Information item on naturalized gardens at the Port of Orillia's Waterfront Centre, planted with native species and supported by local donations
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee will review research on 55/57 and 65 Peter Street North to decide whether to recommend adding them to the City of Orillia Heritage Register. The agenda also includes an update on a wishlist of properties of interest for future review. The meeting is in-person and not livestreamed.
- Property research: 55/57 Peter Street North (late 19th-century semi-detached brick duplex)
- Property research: 65 Peter Street North (Alport House, built by 1858)
- Wishlist update: 2024 New Properties of Interest for Review
- Approval of July 9, 2024 minutes
- Next meeting: September 10, 2024
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider directing staff to seek expressions of interest for commercial operations and naming rights at several municipal facilities, including the Orillia Recreation Centre, waterfront parks, and the Orillia Opera House. They will also review reports on Terry Fox Circle improvements, a new Community Food Strategy Coordinator position, and grants. The meeting includes a closed session for land, legal, and personal matters.
- Seek expressions of interest for commercial operations at Orillia Recreation Centre, Waterfront Centre, West Orillia Sports Complex, J.B. Tudhope Memorial Park, Couchiching Beach Park, and Orillia Public Library
- Seek expressions of interest for commercial naming of facilities including Orillia Opera House and Rotary Place Arena
- Approve general grants totaling $6,705 to six local organizations
- Direct staff to proceed with Terry Fox Circle improvements, including repaving and moving trail closer to water
- Authorize $92,000 additional funding for Barnfield Point Recreation Centre maintenance upgrades
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package contains updates and correspondence for Council's information, including proposed housekeeping amendments to the Municipal Code, a deputation request from the Orillia Pickleball Club, updates on the Centennial Park boat launch parking lot, and notices about upcoming road resurfacing projects. No decisions are being made at this meeting; the items are for information only.
- Housekeeping amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 117 (Licensing Appeal Tribunal) and 785 (Parks Regulation)
- Deputation request from Orillia Pickleball Club for September 9, 2024 Council meeting
- Centennial Park Boat Launch parking lot update: signage installed for 19 boat trailer parking spaces
- Road resurfacing on Commerce Road from Sundial Drive to 1300m East of West Street, starting August 13, 2024
- Road resurfacing on Gill Street/Victoria Crescent from Highway 12 to Heyden Avenue, starting August 15, 2024
Council Information Package
This is a Council Information Package with updates and correspondence for review, not a decision-making meeting. It includes notices about a LiveBarn installation at Rotary Place Arena, 98 supplementary tax bills totaling $297,232.93, and a public open house for a proposed 114-unit townhouse development at 50 Westmount Drive North. Also included are updates on community cleanup processes, a drinking water audit, and various resolutions from other municipalities.
- LiveBarn live-streaming service to be installed at Rotary Place Arena for 2024/2025 ice season
- 98 Supplementary/Omitted Tax Bills totaling $297,232.93 mailed July 25, 2024
- Public open house Aug 21, 2024 for zoning amendment for 114 stacked townhouse units at 50 Westmount Drive North
- Drinking Water Quality Management System external audit found no non-conformances
- Resolutions from other municipalities on physician shortages, water testing phase-out, and OPP funding
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package contains updates and reports on traffic safety projects and studies, including a signal phase change at Fittons Road and West Street North, a temporary traffic circle at Forest Avenue South and James Street East, and a safety analysis of West Ridge Boulevard and Monarch Drive. It also includes items on a pedestrian crossover, collision updates, a site plan approval, drinking water quality, and correspondence from other bodies. No decisions are being made; the package is for council's information.
- Signal phase change at Fittons Road and West Street North to add advanced turn lanes in all four directions
- Temporary traffic calming traffic circle at Forest Avenue South and James Street East, operational by mid-to-end August
- Intersection safety analysis of West Ridge Boulevard and Monarch Drive shows collisions increased from 1.5 to 6.3 per year since 2017
- Site plan approval for 26 Nelle Carter Court
- Drinking Water Quality Management System 2023 Management Review
Special Meeting of Council re Lean Projects, Outcome of the Communications and Engagement Survey, Revenue Optimization, Legal Updates, and an Amendment to Traffic and Parking Regulation By-law Number 2007-55
This special Council meeting covers updates on staff Lean training and Green Belt projects, results of the Communications and Engagement Survey, a revenue optimization presentation, legal updates in closed session, and an amendment to the Traffic and Parking Regulation By-law to add temporary all-way stop signs at two intersections. The meeting includes a closed session for land and legal matters.
- Amendment 153 to Traffic and Parking Regulation By-law 2007-55: temporary all-way stop signs at Brant Street and Canice Street, and Tecumseth Street and Lightfoot Drive
- Overview of 12 Lean Green Belt certification projects, including HR recruitment, sign by-law, vehicle maintenance, and AquaQueue elimination
- Results of Communications and Engagement Survey (460 responses, March 11-April 5, 2024)
- Revenue Optimization presentation by Corporate Services Department
- Closed session for legal updates (verbal) under Municipal Act sections 239(2)(c) and (e)
Council Information Package
This Council Information Package is mostly informational correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities. The main item is an update on Orillia's expression of intent to bid on the 2026 and 2028 Ontario Winter Games, with increased provincial grants available. Other items include notices about pool maintenance, a census thank-you, and external resolutions on blue box rules, municipal finances, exotic animals, accessibility, and infrastructure funding.
- Expression of intent to bid on 2026 and 2028 Ontario Winter Games; hosting grants increased to $1,325,000 (Youth) and $325,000 (55+)
- Orillia Recreation Centre natatorium closed Aug 17–Sep 14, 2024 for annual pool maintenance
- Township of Ramara public meeting Aug 12, 2024 on proposed new Official Plan
- Town of Cochrane resolution requesting province amend blue box regulation to cover 'ineligible' sources
- City of Stratford resolutions on Accessible Ontario by 2025 and infrastructure funding
Waste Management Advisory Committee
The Waste Management Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the textiles recycling program and a landfill gas generation assessment, and to discuss the 2025 budget submission and a proposed Treasure Hunt Program policy change. The agenda includes both information and action items, with decisions expected on the budget submission and the Treasure Hunt Program.
- Textiles recycling event collected 6,411 kg in May 2024; total 7.7 tonnes in 2024
- Landfill gas generation assessment for Kitchener Street Waste Diversion Site (Golder report)
- 2025 Budget Submission for Waste Management Advisory Committee
- Treasure Hunt Program policy review (Policy 9.3.2.7, Municipal Code Chapters 877 and 834)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will vote on several items, including temporary four-way stops at two intersections, endorsing a Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan, and revising planning application fees. It will also receive reports on on-demand transit, a housing coordinator position, winter control, and tree planting, with several items referred to 2025 budget deliberations.
- Temporary four-way stops at Brant/Canice and Tecumseth/Lightfoot, $5,000 from contingency
- Endorse Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan in principle
- Repeal and replace Chapter 487 Planning Application Fees, effective July 16, 2024
- Refer on-demand transit recommendations to 2025 budget
- Support Housing Coordinator position, refer to 2025 budget
Regular Council Meeting - Addendum
Council is considering a referral report on winter control activities, including a July 14, 2024 letter from Zachary Mauro requesting a return to a sand/salt mix instead of the current blue salt method. The letter cites safety, cost, and environmental concerns. No decision is recorded in this addendum; it is a discussion item.
- Referral report on winter control activities and snow removal
- Letter from Zachary Mauro requesting sand/salt mix on roads
- Mauro cites black ice risk, steep hills, and vehicle damage
- Proposal to use local sand pits in Oro-Medonte to reduce costs