Perth South public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
Council will hold a public meeting to decide on two zoning by-law amendments and a drainage report. The body is also reviewing a compensation strategy and a request for proposals for a Fire Master Plan.
- Zoning by-law amendments for 5642 Line 8 and 2834 Perth Road 130
- Approval of accounts payable for $175,833.39
- By-law 50-2023 to set interim tax levies for 2024
- By-law 42-2023 regarding drainage works for the Levy Drain
- Council payroll approval for $5,554.37
Council
Council will review the 2024 to 2029 draft capital budget and a new Emergency Management Program. The meeting includes discussions on council remuneration, fire master plans, and various municipal reports.
- Approval of 2024-2029 updated draft capital budget
- Adoption of the Emergency Management Program and Emergency Response Plan via By-law 46-2023
- Review of council remuneration final report
- Request for proposals for a Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $205,259.80
Council - Closed Session
Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals. The specific focus of the session is an employee compensation review.
- Employee Compensation Review
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee will meet to receive monthly policing statistics for September and October 2023 and a Crime Stoppers report for October. The meeting also includes an update from Chief Skinner.
- Review of Perth South monthly stats for September and October 2023
- Review of October 2023 Crime Stoppers report
- Update from Chief Skinner
Council
The Council is meeting to discuss the first draft of the 2024 capital budget and a five-year forecast. The body will also consider a drainage rate by-law and a request for a report on the Massey Drain.
- Approval of accounts payable for November 4 to 17, 2023, in the amount of $1,194,885.72
- By-law 44-2023: Tile Drain Debenture - Payton
- Request for a report drain for the Massey Drain (Section 78)
- Review of Draft 1 of the 2024 capital budget
- By-law 45-2023: Confirmatory By-law
Council
Council will review several zoning by-law amendments and land severance applications. The body is also deciding on a new service agreement for dog control and pound services and reviewing the 2022 audit.
- Proposed agreement with Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society for animal control and pound services
- Zoning by-law amendments for 2189 Road 133 and 2162 Road 163
- Approval of accounts payable for the period October 14 to November 3, 2023, totaling $309,021.86
- Minor variance application for 141 Avonton Rd
- Consent applications for land severance at 3176 Road 122, 4699 Line 26, and 5642 Line 8
Council
Council will review two consent applications for land severing and receive reports on bridge and road management needs. The body is also deciding on a farmland lease agreement and a contract for a new strategic plan.
- Consent Application B34/23 for 4920 Line 10
- Consent Applications B22/23 to B26/23 for 3176 Road 122
- Farmland lease to Del Bonita Farm Ltd. for $6,734 to $7,098 per annum
- Strategic Plan 2023-2029 contract award to Capital Park Consulting for $29,390 + HST
- Tile Drainage Loan application for Dan Coulthard in the amount of $50,000.00
Council
The Council will consider a consent application for lands at 4920 Line 10 and approve accounts payable totaling $717,264.16. The body will also discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and the municipal office's Christmas closure. Other items include a tile drainage loan application and asset management updates.
- Consent Application B33/23 for 4920 Line 10 (Toews/Penner)
- Accounts payable approval for $717,264.16
- Tile Drainage Loan application for James & Sharon Wiles in the amount of $50,000.00
- Proposed municipal office closure from December 25, 2023, to January 1, 2024
- Approval of the 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee will review policing and Crime Stoppers statistics for June, July, and August 2023. Members will also receive a verbal update from Deputy Chief Foster and discuss correspondence regarding the Avonbank speed limit.
- Perth South monthly stats for June, July, and August 2023
- Crime Stoppers reports for June and July 2023
- Correspondence regarding the Avonbank speed limit dated August 18, 2023
- Verbal update from Deputy Chief Foster
Council
The Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for 2162 Road 163 and a housekeeping amendment regarding secondary dwelling units. The body will also review the proposed 2024 budget schedule and various public works reports.
- Zoning by-law amendment for Mapleview Congregation at 2162 Road 163
- By-law 34-2023 to add a Secondary Dwelling Unit definition to the zoning by-law
- Approval of accounts payable for September 2 to 15, 2023, totaling $614,835.51
- Tile drainage loan application for Bernard Stephen Payton in the amount of $50,000.00
- Request to purchase a portion of road allowance along Road 125 for 2368 Road 125
Council
Council will hold a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law amendment for 3982 Perth Line 26. The body is also considering a 5.63% salary grid increase for staff effective in 2024 and awarding a drainage contract.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 3982 Perth Line 26
- Hislop Municipal Drain tender award to Robinson Farm Drainage Limited for $81,400.00 plus HST
- Proposed 5.63% staff salary grid increase effective first full pay of 2024
- Accounts payable approval for $113,052.29 (August 12 to September 1, 2023)
- Consent Application B35/23 for 2189 Road 133 (Adam & Melinda Zurbrigg)
Council
Council is meeting to decide on awarding a renovation contract for the Old Township Office in St. Pauls. The proposal includes using a federal grant and municipal reserves to cover the project costs.
- Proposed contract award to 2490179 Ontario Ltd. for $213,000.00 + HST (total $240,690.00)
- Proposed use of $100,000 from ICIP: COVID Stream – Local Government Intake grant
- Proposed use of Working Capital Reserve to fund the remaining project balance
- Proposed revision of the 2023 Operating and Capital Budget to reflect increased costs
Council
Council will hold a public meeting regarding housekeeping zoning by-law amendments for undersized lots and secondary dwelling units. The body is also considering a $30,000 budget to update the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan.
- Public meeting for housekeeping zoning by-law amendments regarding undersized lots and secondary dwelling units
- Proposed $30,000 budget from Economic Development Reserve Fund for Strategic Plan update
- Approval of $15,911.48 plus HST for a loader bucket upgrade through Wajax Equipment
- Approval of $133.57 per week for operation of Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre drinking water system
- Review and approval of proposed Waste Bin Fees
Council
The Council is discussing a request for a Community Infrastructure and Housing Accelerator (CIHA) Order to expedite zoning for 90 hectares of employment lands on Perth Road 120A. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 165 Avonton Road and reviews of drainage reports.
- Proposed CIHA Order for 90 hectares (220 acres) of employment lands on Perth Road 120A
- Zoning by-law amendment for 165 Avonton Road, Sebringville
- Approval of accounts payable for the period of June 23 to July 14, 2023, totaling $1,124,318.91
- Engineer's reports for Hislop Drain and Wiseman Drain - Brinke Culvert
- Traffic Control Assessment for Paradigm Line 29 and Road 122
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The Community Policing Advisory Committee will hear a delegation from the Canadian Mental Health Association Huron Perth regarding addiction and mental health services. The body will also receive monthly policing and Crime Stoppers statistics for April and May 2023.
- Delegation from Catherine Hardman, Canadian Mental Health Association Huron Perth
- Review of Perth South monthly stats for April and May 2023
- Review of Crime Stoppers reports for April and May 2023
- Update from Chief Skinner
Council
Council will discuss proposed housekeeping amendments to the zoning by-law and a consent application for 5212 Perth Line 8. The body is also deciding on library agreements and the purchase of a road allowance on Road 125.
- Approval of accounts payable for June 3 to 16, 2023, totaling $1,332,469.43
- Consent Application B18/23 for 5212 Perth Line 8
- Proposed housekeeping amendments to the Perth South Zoning By-law
- Execution of 2023 library agreements for Stratford, St. Marys, and Huron County libraries
- Request to purchase a portion of road allowance along Road 125 for 2368 Road 125
Council - Closed Session
Council is meeting in a closed session to interview a Chief Administrative Officer candidate. The body is also proposing the appointment of a Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy Clerk and a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Treasurer.
- By-law 22-2023: Appointment of Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy Clerk
- By-law 23-2023: Appointment of Rebecca Clothier as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Treasurer
- Interview with Chief Administrative Officer candidate
Council
Council is meeting to decide on three zoning by-law amendments and the 2023 rates of taxation. The body will also consider awarding a major paving contract and approving storm water upgrades for the St Pauls Office.
- Asphalt Paving 2023 tender award to Brantco Construction for $1,356,882.64
- Zoning by-law amendments for 2283 Perth Road 163, 4742 Line 26, and 4664 Line 26
- By-law 19-2023 to set 2023 rates of taxation
- Accounts payable for May 13 to June 2, 2023 in the amount of $154,935.84
- St Pauls Office Storm Water LID Upgrades Project
Council
The Council is meeting to decide on a new loader purchase and a land severance application. They will also review financial reports for the Kirkton Swimming Pool and natural gas expansion on Road 125.
- Proposed award of Loader replacement tender to Wajax Equipment for $235,950 plus HST
- Severance Application File B02/23 for 4742 Line 26 (Marcor Farms Ltd.)
- Approval of accounts payable for April 29 to May 12, 2023, totaling $103,042.44
- Council payroll for April 2023 totaling $6,342.39
- Proposed amendment to Procedural By-law regarding Council meeting start times
Council - Closed Session
The Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals. The primary item for discussion is the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer.
- Recruitment of Chief Administrative Officer
- Approval of closed session minutes from April 18, 2023
Council
The Council is deciding on several infrastructure tenders and approving accounts payable. The meeting includes reports from the Chief Building Official and the Director of Public Works.
- Proposed award of Loader replacement tender to Wajax Equipment for $235,950 plus HST
- Proposed award for Otto Branch of the Boyes-Ballantyne municipal drain to TAS Excavating & Rentals for $62,805.50 plus HST
- Proposed approval of accounts payable for April 15 to 28, 2023, totaling $146,364.67
- Proposed support for the City of Stratford to award the Dunn’s Bridge Rehabilitation Tender to Finnbilt General Contracting Limited
- Review of the Chief Building Official's April 2023 update report
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee will receive monthly policing statistics for February and March 2023 and Crime Stoppers reports for January and February 2023. Members will also review correspondence regarding road safety and receive an update from Chief Skinner.
- Review of Perth South monthly stats for February and March 2023
- Review of Crime Stoppers reports for January and February 2023
- MTO response regarding stop signs at Highway 23 and Whalen Line
- Correspondence regarding Perth Road 120A and Highway 7
- Update from Chief Skinner
Council - Closed Session
The Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board employees. The session is conducted pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001.
- Approval of closed session minutes from January 10, 2023
- Discussion of personal matters about identifiable individuals and employees
Council
The Council will convene a Court of Revision to confirm drainage assessments for the Otto Branch of the Boyes-Ballantyne Municipal Drain. Members will also consider a severance application for 4664 Line 26 and review drinking water system reports.
- Court of Revision for Otto Branch of the Boyes-Ballantyne Municipal Drain
- Severance Application File B03/23 for 4664 Line 26
- Approval of accounts payable for April 1 to 14, 2023 in the amount of $85,928.33
- 2022 Annual Drinking Water System Reports for Sebringville and St. Pauls
- Request for a report drain for the Hislop Municipal Drain
Council
Council is holding a special meeting consisting of an education session via a bus tour. Members will visit various township assets, infrastructure, and specific sites across the municipality.
- Visit to St. Pauls Shop and Water System on Road 122
- Inspection of Downie, Kirkton, and Blanshard Landfills
- Review of Sebringville Subdivision and Black Creek Water System
- Visit to Kirkton Woodham Community Complex at 70497 Road 164
- Review of proposed Cement Plant expansion on Perth Road 139
Council
The Council will hold a public meeting to decide on a zoning by-law amendment for 3363 Perth Road 113. Other agenda items include a severance application for 2283 Perth Road 163 and drainage works for the Otto Branch of the Boyes-Ballantyne Drain.
- Zoning By-law Amendment No. PS-Z7-2022 for 3363 Perth Road 113
- Severance Application File B42/23 for 2283 Perth Road 163 (Thames Ridge Holdings Inc.)
- Traffic Control Assessment for Road 122 and Line 29 intersection: $3,500 plus HST
- Accounts payable for March 18 to 31, 2023: $91,615.96
- Drainage works for the Otto Branch of the Boyes-Ballantyne Drain 2023
Council
Council is deciding on a dust suppressant contract and a minor variance for a calf barn. The body is also discussing updates to surplus farm dwelling severance policies and the 2023-2027 Joint Accessibility Plan.
- Award of 2023 Dust Suppressant Tender PW 2023-02 to Da-Lee Dust Control for $197,509.54
- Minor Variance Application No. A01-2023 for a livestock barn at 5427 Perth Line 8
- Rental of a John Deere 5090E from Total Rentals for $6,000.00 plus taxes
- Approval of accounts payable for the period March 4 to 17, 2023, totaling $1,242,228.08
- Proposed housekeeping zoning amendment for surplus farm dwelling severance policies
Council
The Perth South Council will hold a public meeting to discuss zoning by-law amendments for 3218 Road 112 and 5962 Line 2. The body will also review reports on gravel and dust control tenders and approve accounts payable.
- Zoning By-law Amendment No. PS-Z2-2023 for 3218 Road 112
- Zoning By-law Amendment No. PS-Z1-2023 for 5962 Line 2
- Approval of accounts payable for February 18 to March 3, 2023 in the amount of $34,757.80
- Reports on 'A' Gravel Tender and Dust Control Tender follow-ups
- Update on the New Official Plan Project
Council
Council will review several infrastructure tenders and a severance application for 3363 Perth Road 113. The body is also discussing the 2023 budget and a website operating system update.
- Award of 2023 “A” Gravel Tender to McCann Redi-Mix Inc. for $434,720.00
- Award of 2023 Dust Suppressant Tender to Da-Lee Dust Control for $197,509.54
- Severance Application File B47/22 for 3363 Perth Road 113
- Quote of $15,000 to GHD Digital to change the Township website operating system to Govstack
- Approval of accounts payable for the period February 4 to 17, 2023 in the amount of $274,713.85
Council
The Council is deciding on a contract for the Van Nes Municipal Drain and a joint management agreement for the Kirkton Woodham Community Complex. The body is also reviewing operational reports for drinking water systems and processing tax adjustments.
- Proposed contract award to JC Millwrights Inc. for Van Nes Municipal Drain in the amount of $65,955.26 plus HST
- Approval of accounts payable for January 14 to February 3, 2023, totaling $98,392.41
- By-law 3-2023 to authorize a Joint Operation and Management Agreement with the Municipality of South Huron for the Kirkton Woodham Community Complex
- Tax cancellation, reduction, or refund applications totaling $219.36
- Third readings for drainage by-laws 47-2022 (McEwan Drain) and 50-2022 (Van Nes Drain)
Community Policing Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022-2026 term. Members will also review police and Crime Stoppers statistics from late 2022 and receive an update from Chief Skinner.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022-2026 term
- Review of Perth South monthly stats for October, November, and December 2022
- Review of Crime Stoppers reports for October, November, and December 2022
- Correspondence regarding a stop sign issue at Whalen Line and Highway 23
Council
The Council will discuss the first draft of the 2023 budget and hold a Court of Revision to confirm drainage assessments for the Van Nes Municipal Drain. Members will also consider a deck projection reduction at 2377 Perth road 163.
- Court of Revision to confirm drainage assessments for the Van Nes Municipal Drain
- Proposed reduction of deck projection by .27 metres at 2377 Perth road 163
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $1,390.33 (Dec 31, 2022) and $29,293.41 (Jan 1-13, 2023)
- Approval of Council payroll for Oct-Dec 2022 totaling $16,317.18
- Review of Implementation Update Report regarding Bill 109 and Bill 23
Council - Closed Session
Council is meeting in a closed session to receive updates on litigation or potential litigation. This includes matters before administrative tribunals affecting the municipality or local board.
- Updates on litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality or local board
- Approval of closed session minutes from December 20, 2022
Council
Council will discuss the first draft of the 2023 budget and receive a presentation on library services. The body is also reviewing accounts payable for late December 2022.
- Proposed 2023 library service contract total of $126,052 ($71,041 to St. Marys, $43,966 to Stratford, $11,045 to Huron County)
- Approval of accounts payable for December 17 to 30, 2022, in the amount of $514,277.87
- Review and discussion of the 2023 Budget Draft 1
- Review of the 2023 5 year Capital Budget Consolidated
- Adoption of Confirmatory By-law 1-2023