Perth South public meetings in 2022
27 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council - Closed Session
Council is meeting in a closed session to receive legal advice and review personal applications. The session is conducted pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.
- Update on boundary road agreement with Town of St. Marys
- Review of citizen applications to various committees
- Approval of closed session minutes from September 20, 2022
Council
Council is meeting to decide on a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. and address several municipal drain projects. The body will also consider a severance application for lands on Road 112.
- Approval of accounts payable for the period of November 12 to December 2, 2022, totaling $104,610.32
- Proposed franchise agreement and by-law 51-2022 with Enbridge Gas Inc.
- Court of Revision for McEwan Municipal Drain - Zwoagas Crossing to confirm assessments and award tender
- Severance Application File B34/22 for 3218 Road 112 (Meadows)
- By-law 50-2022 for the Van Nes Municipal Drain 2022
Council
The Council is meeting to swear in members and organize the 2022-2026 term. Key actions include selecting a Deputy Mayor and confirming the structure and appointments for various municipal boards and advisory committees.
- Appointment of Deputy Mayor for the 2022-2026 term
- Approval of the 2022-2026 Committee and Board appointment structure
- Appointment of a representative to the Perth County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Endorsement of Dave Frayne as Municipal Representative to the South West Group for the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Source Protection Committee
- Approval of accounts payable for the period of October 29 to November 10, 2022
Council
Council will discuss the adoption of a report and the calling of tenders for the McEwan Municipal Drain 2022 - Zwoagas Crossing. The body is also considering a consent application to sever a surplus farm residence at 5962 Line 2.
- McEwan Municipal Drain 2022 - Zwoagas Crossing report and By-law 47-2022
- Consent application B36/22 to sever surplus farm residence at 5962 Line 2
- Approval of accounts payable for October 15 to 28, 2022 in the amount of $340,625.77
- Court of Revision hearing for McEwan Municipal Drain scheduled for December 6, 2022
- Enbridge notice of natural gas rate increase effective April 1, 2023
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee will review monthly policing and Crime Stoppers statistics for July, August, and September 2022. The meeting includes an update from Chief Skinner and a closed session to discuss the occasional deployment of officers.
- Review of Perth South Monthly Stats for July, August, and September 2022
- Review of Crime Stoppers Reports for July, August, and September 2022
- Update from Chief Skinner
- Closed session regarding Occasional Deployment of Officers
Council
Council will discuss a zoning by-law amendment for 1180 Perth Road 139 and a severance application for 3218 Road 112. The body is also deciding on 2023 interim taxes and engineering repairs for Dunn's Bridge.
- Severance Application B34/22 for 3218 Road 112
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z06-2022-PS for 1180 Perth Road 139
- Approval of accounts payable for $1,016,328.81
- By-law 44-2022 to set 2023 Interim Taxes
- Engineering repairs for Dunn's Bridge awarded to BM Ross and Associates Limited
Council
Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget schedule, staff salary adjustments, and a new electronic monitoring policy. The body will also review accounts payable and a contract for a pay equity review.
- Approval of accounts payable from September 17 to 29, 2022, totaling $1,230,069.43
- Proposed 5.54% staff salary grid increase effective for the first full pay of 2023
- Contract award to Gallagher Benefit Services (Canada) Group Inc. for $19,450 plus HST for Pay Equity & Compensation Review
- Adoption of a new Electronic Monitoring Policy into Health and Safety Policies
- By-law 42-2022 to amend By-law 64-2016 regarding the destruction or inuring of trees in woodlots
Council
Council will consider By-law 41-2022 to appoint members to the Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the 2022-2026 term. The meeting also includes reviews of public works and drainage updates and approval of accounts payable.
- Approval of accounts payable for September 2 to 16, 2022 in the amount of $109,062.40
- By-law 41-2022 to appoint Joint Compliance Audit Committee members
- Tax cancellations, reductions, or refunds totaling $2,804.86
- Council payroll for August 2022 totaling $3,482.87
- Review of Director of Public Works and Drainage Superintendent update reports
Council - Closed Session
Council is meeting in a closed session to receive legal advice. The discussion is focused on an update regarding a boundary road.
- Update on a boundary road (solicitor-client privilege)
Council - Closed Session
Council will meet in a closed session to review minutes and receive legal advice. The discussion is conducted under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.
- Approval of Closed Session Minutes from September 7, 2021 and April 5, 2022
- Solicitor-client privileged advice regarding a boundary road
Council
Council will hold a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law amendment and Official Plan Amendment for 1180 Perth Road 139. The body will also consider minor variance applications and approve nearly $387,000 in accounts payable.
- Public meeting for Zoning Bylaw Amendment Z06-2022-PS at 1180 Perth Road 139
- Endorsement of Official Plan Amendment 209 for 1180 Perth Road 139
- Minor Variance Application A02-2022 for Jim Van Nes (Lot 10, Concession 4)
- Minor Variance Application A04-2022 for Dave Martin
- Approval of accounts payable for August 6 to September 1, 2022 in the amount of $386,882.37
Council
Council will hold a special meeting to receive updates from the Kirkton Pool Committee and the Kirkton Woodham Community Centre Board. South Huron Council was invited to attend, though attendance was not confirmed at the time of the agenda publishing.
- Update from Kirkton Pool Committee on 2022 Season
- Update from Kirkton Woodham Community Centre Board
Council
Council will review accounts payable totaling $1,655,937.92 and a proposed new Donation Policy. The meeting includes a recommendation to approve a lot addition for Joseph Debono at 4220 Line 20 and support for the Kirkton Fall Fair Parade.
- Approval of accounts payable for July 9 to August 5, 2022, in the amount of $1,655,937.92
- Adoption of a new Donation Policy
- Recommendation to approve Application for Consent to Sever – Lot Addition (No. B22/22) for Joseph Debono at 4220 Line 20
- Support for the 2022 Kirkton Fall Fair Parade on September 10, 2022
- Review of 2022 Operating and Capital Financial report as of June 30, 2022
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to receive monthly policing and Crime Stoppers reports for April, May, and June 2022. Members will also receive a report regarding the addition of In Camera sessions to the agenda for confidential matters.
- Review of Perth South monthly stats for April, May, and June 2022
- Review of Crime Stoppers reports for April, May, and June 2022
- Report on the process for adding In Camera sessions to the agenda
- Update from Deputy Chief Foster
Council
Council will decide on a zoning by-law amendment for M&H Farms and a new by-law to regulate dogs. The body is also awarding a drainage contract and approving library service agreements.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z05-2022 for M&H Farms at 2518 Perth Road 130
- Tender award for Clifford Municipal Drain 2022 to VanDriel Excavating Inc. for $57,411.11 plus HST
- By-law 36-2022 to licence, regulate and control dogs
- Approval of 2022 library agreements for Stratford, St. Marys, and Huron County
- Accounts payable approval for $1,292,852.89 (June 18 to July 8, 2022)
Council
Council will review and potentially approve the 2022 Asset Management Plan, including strategies for annual capital contributions. The body is also considering drainage works for the Clifford Municipal Drain and reviewing additional fuel costs for municipal contracts.
- Approval of accounts payable from June 4 to June 17, 2022, totaling $1,308,515.03
- Proposed 1st and 2nd readings of By-law 32-2022 for the Clifford Municipal Drain
- Tax cancellation, reduction, or refund applications totaling $5,073.45
- Authorization to call for tenders for the Clifford Municipal Drain 2022
- Review of Asset Management Plan 2022 and associated capital contribution strategies
Council
Council will decide on the 2022 taxation rates and a zoning by-law amendment for 4517 Line 11. The body is also reviewing financial statements and updating site plan control guidelines.
- By-law 23-2022 to set 2022 Tax Rates
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z04-2022 for 4517 Line 11
- Accounts payable for May 14 to June 3, 2022 in the amount of $200,635.54
- By-law 30-2022 to update Site Plan Control Guidelines
- Council payroll for May 2022 totaling $4,046.43
Council
Perth South Council is meeting to approve accounts payable of $92,450.91, adopt a Right-to-Disconnect Policy, and accept a tile drain loan application. The agenda includes numerous informational items from conservation authorities, county notices, and other municipalities, but no public hearings or major decisions beyond routine approvals.
- Approve accounts payable $92,450.91 for April 30 to May 13, 2022
- Adopt Right-to-Disconnect Policy into Health and Safety Policies
- Accept tile drain loan application from Eric Nethercott for $15,800.00
- Approve council payroll for March ($4,815.96) and April ($5,751.96)
- Receive consent agenda items including ABCA financial statements and various notices
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The Community Policing Advisory Committee will review monthly police statistics for January, February, and March 2022, and a Crime Stoppers report for February 2022. The committee will also receive an update from Chief Skinner. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review of Perth South monthly police stats for January, February, and March 2022
- Receipt of Crime Stoppers report for February 2022
- Update from Chief Skinner
Council - Closed Session
This is a procedural agenda for a closed-session council meeting. Council will go into closed session under the Municipal Act to receive solicitor-client privileged advice on a legal review of a well services agreement, then reconvene in open session and adjourn. No decisions or public discussion items are listed.
- Closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act for solicitor-client privilege
- Legal review of well services agreement
Council
Perth South Council will hold a public meeting and vote on two zoning by-law amendments for properties at 2901 Road 134 and 4832 Line 2, and will consider recommending approval of a County Official Plan Amendment and consent application for M&H Farms at 2518 Perth Road 130. The agenda also includes routine reports, accounts payable of $173,206.30, and several information items.
- Public hearing and vote on zoning by-law amendments PSZ18-2022 (2901 Road 134) and PSZ19-2022 (4832 Line 2)
- Recommendation to approve Official Plan Amendment No. 205 and Consent Application B31-21 for M&H Farms Inc. (2518 Perth Road 130)
- Approval of accounts payable for April 2-14, 2022 totaling $173,206.30
- Authorization for Mayor and Clerk to sign 2022 Court Security and Prisoner Transportation Program funding agreement
- By-law to authorize additional statement of work with Comprint Systems Incorporated for vote-by-mail services
Council
The Council is reviewing several zoning by-law amendment applications for properties on Line 2, Huron Street, and Road 140. Additionally, the body will review accounts payable totaling $637,958.88 and a report regarding the 2021 Building Department annual results.
- Zoning By-law Amendment PSZ01-2022 for 4636 Line 2
- Zoning By-law Amendment PSZ08-2022 for Stratford Perth Museum
- Zoning By-law Amendment PSZ13-2022 for 3321 Road 140
- Accounts payable of $637,958.88 for the period March 12 to April 1, 2022
- Consent Application B06-22 for 1105 Road 164
Council
Perth South Council is holding its regular meeting, which includes a public budget meeting for the 2022 budget, a public hearing for a minor variance at 144 Avonton Road, and a consent application for a surplus farm dwelling. Council will also vote on by-laws to remove a zoning hold and abandon portions of the Baker-Spence Drain, and consider several reports including accounts payable of $792,930.02 and a delegation of authority for the 2022 election lame-duck period.
- Public Budget Meeting for 2022 Budget
- Minor Variance Application A01-2022 for 144 Avonton Road, Sebringville
- Consent Application B42/21 (Otto) for surplus farm dwelling
- Zoning By-law 9-2022 to remove hold symbol on Part of Lot 12, Concession South Boundary, Blanshard Ward
- By-law 11-2022 to abandon portions of Baker-Spence Drain
Council
Perth South Council is deciding on several contracts and approvals, including awarding dust suppressant and gravel tenders totaling over $554,000, approving a $60,401.67 accounts payable listing, and receiving the first draft of the 2022 budget. They will also consider a recommendation to support a county official plan amendment allowing second dwelling units, and give final readings to three drainage by-laws. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff updates.
- Award 2022 Dust Suppressant Tender PW 2022-02 to Da-Lee Dust Control for $170,400.38
- Award 2022 'A' Gravel Tender PW 2202-01 to C.R. Chittick Construction Ltd. for $383,940.00
- Approve accounts payable for Jan 30-Feb 11, 2022 totaling $60,401.67
- Approve $11,000 grant to Downie Optimist Community Centre Hall from Safe Restart Funding
- Recommend approval of County OPA 202 to allow second dwelling units on settlement area lands
Council
Perth South Council is meeting to receive updates and make decisions on routine matters, including approving accounts payable, receiving reports from staff and committees, and considering a financial request from public library services for inclusion in the 2022 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approve accounts payable totaling $301,357.21 for two periods in January 2022
- Receive presentation from Stratford, St. Marys, and Huron County public libraries and consider their financial request for the 2022 budget
- Receive Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) update from Jeremy Gough
- Receive consent agenda items including minutes, board highlights, and correspondence from various agencies
- Adopt confirmatory by-law 5-2021
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee reviewed monthly crime and traffic statistics for the final quarter of 2021. Discussions included a community road safety strategy, a request for flashing red lights at specific intersections, and updates on various policing initiatives.
- Review of Perth South monthly statistics for October, November, and December 2021
- Crime Stoppers reports for October and November 2021
- Discussion regarding a $2,000 cost per red flashing light for problem intersections
- Update on the 2022 Stratford Police Services Budget
- Discussion of the Police Services Contract
Council
Perth South Council is meeting to decide on several items, including awarding a tender for the Russell Municipal Drain, recommending approval of two consent applications to sever surplus farm dwellings, and approving contracts and policies. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, accounts payable, and various reports.
- Award tender for Russell Municipal Drain 2021 (amount not specified)
- Recommend approval of Consent Application B50/21 (Arva Heights) to sever surplus farm dwelling
- Recommend approval of Consent Application B51/21 (Brown) to sever surplus farm dwelling
- Approve rental of John Deere 5090E tractor from Total Rentals for $6,000 plus taxes
- Approve award of RFT-2021-02 for Downie Optimist Hall kitchen/bar/washroom cabinetry to Feltz Design Build Ltd. for $86,907.74 including HST