Petrolia public meetings in 2024

Public Information Session -Keeping of Backyard Chickens

The Town of Petrolia is holding a public information session to gather resident input on whether to permit backyard chickens in residential areas. The session includes presentations from the Senior Planner and Egg Farmers of Ontario, plus written comments from residents and Lambton Public Health. No decisions will be made at this session; it is for public engagement only.

• Public input on keeping backyard chickens in residential areas
• Presentation by Trevor Benjamins, Senior Planner
• Presentation by Scott Helps, Egg Farmers of Ontario, on avian influenza and small flock risks
• Written comments from residents including Chris Braet, Judy Krall, Tara Meharg, and Ben & Tiffany vanKlinken
• Comments from Lambton Public Health Inspector Theresa Warren

Council - Regular Session

The Town of Petrolia Council is meeting to consider the approval of the 2025 municipal budget, review proactive by-law enforcement updates, and enact the 2024 Emergency Management Plan. Council will also hear delegations regarding Eureka Street surplus lands and receive financial reports.

• Consideration of the 2025 Municipal Budget approval
• Enactment of By-Law Number 52-2024 for the 2024 Emergency Management Plan
• Delegation from Mr. Horst Richter regarding Eureka Street Surplus lands
• Proactive By-Law Enforcement update report for August to November 2024
• Pilot program update on Petrolia YMCA bulk swim passes

Petrolia Committee of Adjustments and Property Standards

The Petrolia Committee of Adjustment and Property Standards will hold a public hearing on December 4, 2024, to consider a minor variance application (A-03-2024) from Robert and Angela Proulx for 518 Grove Street. The applicants seek a reduced side yard setback of 0.5 metres (relief of 0.5 metres) to extend an existing garage. The committee will also review and approve the minutes from its March 6, 2024 meeting.

• Minor variance application A-03-2024 for 518 Grove St. to reduce accessory building side yard setback from 1.0 m to 0.5 m
• Applicants: Robert and Angela Proulx; agent: Travis Bouma (TBouma Design Inc.)
• Public hearing as required by the Planning Act; comments accepted in advance via email or in person
• Review and approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Petrolia Youth Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Youth Engagement Summit, a 2025 budget proposal for a pizza night, and planning for 2025 activities and budget. They will also consider revising their mandate and a survey promotion strategy. The meeting is routine business with no major decisions expected.

• Update on Petrolia Youth Engagement Summit (YES)
• 2025 Budget Proposal Item: Hosting a Pizza Night
• Planning of YAC 2025 activities and budget
• Revising YAC Mandate
• Survey promotion strategy

Public Information Session -2025 Budget

The Town of Petrolia is holding a public information session to present the 2025 draft budget and receive public input. The draft budget proposes a 3.0% increase in the municipal tax levy, with total operating expenditures of $6,817,297. The session is informational only; no decisions will be made.

• Municipal tax levy increase to $6,608,369 (3.0% increase)
• OPP contract cost rises to $1,359,750
• Planning & Development budget increases to $194,794
• Victoria Hall building repairs budgeted at $80,000
• New Bank of Nova Scotia building expenses of $32,760

Public Notice - Public Meeting "keeping of backyard chickens" 27 Nov 2024

The Town of Petrolia is holding a public meeting on December 10, 2024, to discuss the keeping of backyard chickens in residential areas. Residents can provide verbal comments in person or submit written comments to the Town Clerk by 6:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Public meeting regarding the keeping of backyard chickens on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
• Ongoing Petrolia Backyard Chicken Survey for public consultation.
• Written comments accepted by the Town Clerk via [email protected] or in person at 411 Greenfield Street.

Public Notice - DRAFT 2025 budget public meeting

The Town of Petrolia is holding a public meeting on December 2, 2024, to discuss the draft 2025 budget. The proposed budget includes a 3% municipal tax rate increase, a 3% increase in sewer costs, and no increase to water rates. Council has already directed several changes, including funding for road resurfacing, sidewalk replacements, and upgrades to the Scotiabank property and fire hall.

• 3% municipal tax rate increase proposed
• 0% variable water rate increase, fixed water rate set at $15.00
• $65,000 for Scotiabank property upgrades (accessible washroom, alarm, side entrance)
• $250,000 from Capital Reserve for road resurfacing (First Avenue, Pettibone Street) and sidewalk replacements (First Avenue, Fifth and Third Streets)
• 2025 Municipal Fee Schedule approved

Council - Special Meeting | 2024 Draft Budget Session # 1

The Town of Petrolia Council is holding a special meeting to review the 2025 draft budget, including operating and capital costs for water, sewer, and general services. Council will also consider the 2025 water rates, the Scotiabank Building business case, the 2025 fee schedule, and advancing the draft budget to a public presentation.

• Proposed 2025 water rates presentation
• Scotiabank Building Business Case and Sub-Committee Recommendations
• 2025 Draft Water Operating and Capital Costs
• 2025 Draft Sewer Operating and Capital Costs
• 2025 Fee Schedule

Public Notice posted 18 November 2024 - A-03-2024

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on December 4, 2024, to consider a minor variance application (A-03-2024) for 518 Grove Street. The applicant seeks to reduce the required interior side yard setback for an accessory structure addition from 1.0m to 0.457m under Zoning By-law 63 of 2017. The meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams.

• Application A-03-2024 for 518 Grove Street
• Request to reduce side yard setback from 1.0m to 0.457m
• Public hearing on December 4, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. (online)
• Written submissions due by November 29, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
• Owner: Robert and Angela Proulx; Agent: Travis Bouma (TBouma Design Inc.)

Council - Regular Session

Council will hear a delegation regarding the potential construction of an additional ice pad at the local arena. Members will also consider a two-step public consultation process for potential backyard chicken regulations and review the 2024 third-quarter financial report. Additionally, council will vote on by-laws concerning false alarm fees for the OPP and the local fire department.

• Delegation regarding construction of an additional ice pad at the arena
• By-Law 47-2024: OPP false alarm fees
• By-Law 48-2024: Petrolia and North Enniskillen Fire Department false alarm fees
• 2024 Third Quarterly Financial Report
• Motion to return Eureka Street lands surplus report to the December 9 agenda

Petrolia Heritage Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss potential heritage designations and bylaw amendments for 2025, along with other heritage-related projects. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and previous minutes, and a report and discussion section covering several properties and initiatives. No final decisions are expected; the committee provides advice to Town Council.

• Maude St. home amendment to bylaw for staircase
• Cook Heritage designation on King St.
• 4075 Petrolia Line home designation
• Fitzgerald house designation
• North St. Cemetery remaining restoration funds and budget for second sign

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meets to discuss committee budgets, capital projects, public comments, and updates from staff and liaisons regarding town events and facilities. The packet also includes previous minutes from October 2, 2024, detailing discussions on daffodil planting, soccer field naming rights, and event updates.

• Request for a batting cage fix at Diamond #1 with $5,000 proposed for 2025 capital
• Motion directing the new soccer fields at YMCA naming rights to the marketing department first for a potential sponsorship

Public Information Session - 2025 Water & Sewer Rates

The Town of Petrolia held a public information meeting to present and gather input on proposed 2025 water and sewer rates. Led by CAO/Treasurer Rick Charlebois, the session covered historical rate changes, long-term capital programs, and infrastructure projects including the Water Treatment Plant In-take Replacement. No formal council decisions are made during public information sessions.

• Proposed 2025 water rate increase of 2.5%
• Proposed 2025 sewer rate increase of 3.0%
• Water Treatment Plant In-take replacement project estimated at $16,159,000 with $11,849,395 in approved grants
• 10-year water capital program totaling $25.4M
• 10-year sewer capital program totaling $10.0M

Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider an amendment to introduce automatic waste collection carts. They will also discuss a motion regarding public consultation for keeping backyard chickens and a recommendation to Lambton County to align subdivision planning with provincial policy.

• By-Law 45-2024: Amendment to introduce automatic waste and recycling carts
• Motion: Recommendation to Lambton County to remove public meeting requirements for draft plans of subdivision
• Notice of Motion: Public consultation regarding backyard chickens
• Report: 3rd Quarter 2024 PNEFD Fire & Emergency Management report
• Report: Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) 2024 Information Report

Education - Council Session

The Petrolia Council is meeting for an education session to receive training and information from various municipal departments. Per the Municipal Act, no business or decision-making will occur during this meeting.

• Presentation on Consolidated Linear Infrastructure by Lydia Comley of MIG Engineering
• Departmental updates from Administration, Finance, Marketing, Fire, Operations, and Parks

Council - Regular Session

Town of Petrolia Council met for a regular session on October 15, 2024, to discuss administrative reports, grant writing services, and community requests. Key agenda items included delegations regarding backyard chickens, a grant writer agreement with Grant Match, and funding for the Great Bear Creek Train restoration. Council also addressed zoning by-law amendments for additional dwelling units.

• Agreement with Grant Match for grant writing services and application to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund grant program
• Contribution of $3,600.00 to Mr. Dan Brown for the Great Bear Creek Train restoration
• SportsEngine PJHL camera installation agreement
• By-Law Number 43-2024 to amend By-Law 63 of 2017 to include Additional Dwelling Units
• Delegations from Rebecca Bain and Heidi McNabb regarding backyard chickens

Public Notice - Notice of Passing ADU ZBA

The Town of Petrolia Council passed By-law No. 43 of 2024 on October 15, 2024, to regulate the establishment of Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs). The amendment defines ADUs and short-term vacation rentals, sets requirements for parking and location, and establishes rules for accessory buildings. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal must be filed with the Town Clerk by November 5, 2024.

• By-law No. 43 of 2024 passed on October 15, 2024
• Definition of Additional Dwelling Units and Short Term Vacation Rentals
• Requirement of one parking space per Additional Dwelling Unit
• Prohibition of Additional Dwelling Units in Environmental Protection (EP) zones
• Deadline for appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal is November 5, 2024

Petrolia Youth Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Youth Advisory Committee will meet to review youth survey results and updates on the Youth Engagement Summit. The committee will also discuss 2025 activity planning, budget requirements, and the committee's mandate and membership processes.

• Update on Petrolia Youth Survey results
• Update on Petrolia Youth Engagement Summit
• Volunteer opportunity for Halloween Teen Dance
• Review of YAC mandate and objectives
• Planning of 2025 activities and budget

Petrolia Heritage Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Heritage Advisory Committee met to discuss 2025 budget considerations, potential property designations and amendments, and Ontario Heritage Act changes. The committee reviewed items including cemetery restoration funds, plaques, heritage displays, and facade grants.

• 2025 budget considerations including North St. Cemetery restoration funds and a second sign
• Potential heritage designations for Cook Heritage on King St., 4075 Petrolia Line, and the Fitzgerald house
• Bylaw amendment for a staircase at a Maude St. home
• Discussion of remaining 2024 Facade Grant funds and St. Paul's Façade Grant
• Ontario Heritage Act 2-year deadline extension review for properties on heritage registers

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review updates on town events, the Petrolia 150 anniversary celebration, and the committee budget. Members will also receive progress reports on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and various beautification initiatives.

• Petrolia 150 legacy project update
• Committee budget update from Town of Petrolia Finance
• Parks & Recreation Master Plan implementation update
• Art in the Park program update
• Petrolia In Bloom program update

Public Information Meeting - ZBA Additional Dwelling Units (ADU’s) on Residential lots

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Council - Regular Session

The Town of Petrolia Council met for a regular session to review advisory committee minutes, consider correspondence regarding picnic tables for the Moore Agriculture Society, and hear delegations including Daniel Segal of Segal Construction. Council members also reviewed financial reports and administrative motions, such as a site plan fee exemption request for the Petrolia Legion and a housekeeping zoning by-law amendment for Additional Dwelling Units.

• Site plan fee exemption request for the Petrolia Legion
• Zoning By-law Amendment for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) under By-law 63 of 2017
• By-Law Number 41-2024 to amend By-Law 11 of 2024 regarding development charges
• Receipt of the 2023 Financial Information Return (FIR)
• Accounts paid listings from June 19, 2024 through August 30, 2024

Petrolia & North Enniskillen Fire Committee

The Petrolia & North Enniskillen Fire Committee is meeting to review the 2024 budget-to-actual figures and discuss the 2025 operating and capital budget. They will also cover the 2nd quarter report (April-June 2024), an update on the tanker truck purchase, and Rick Charlebois Fire Grant applications. The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 25, 2024.

• 2024 budget to actual review
• 2025 operating and capital budget discussion
• 2nd Quarter Report Apr-June 2024
• Update on Tanker Truck purchase
• Rick Charlebois Fire Grant applications

Community Health & Wellness Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Community Health & Wellness Advisory Committee met on September 17, 2024, via Teams. The agenda included procedural items, approval of past minutes, and discussions regarding new business.

• Discuss nominations for a youth member
• ParticipACTION verbal report by Rick, Chair for 2025 ParticipACTION
• CEEH Renovations discussion

Emergency Management Advisory Committee

The Emergency Management Advisory Committee is meeting to review emergency response protocols, staff training, and public notification systems. The committee will also discuss requirements for a town-owned evacuation center and a joint emergency exercise with Enniskillen.

• Review of 2024 staff training completion
• Update on the Emergency Response Plan
• Evaluation of 211 and cell phone emergency alert systems
• Discussion on criteria for a town-owned evacuation center
• Joint emergency exercise with Enniskillen scheduled for October 28

Council - Regular Session

Council will consider awarding a $59,000 contract to CIMA+ for a Community Centre feasibility study. They will also discuss supporting a drain enclosure project on Discovery Line to facilitate residential development and review a grant application for the federal Housing Accelerator Fund 2.0.

• Award $59,000 contract to CIMA+ for Community Centre feasibility study
• Support R. Dobbin Engineering appeal for Discovery Line drain enclosure
• Submit Housing Accelerator Fund 2.0 grant application
• Accept resignation of Youth Advisory Committee member Breya Burke
• Approve Experience Ontario 2024 grant agreement

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Petrolia Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss 2025 budget planning items, committee application forms for the 2024-2026 term, and various departmental updates covering events, Petrolia 150, Petrolia Legacy, parks and facilities, trails, Art in the Park, and Petrolia In Bloom.

• Discussion of planned items for the 2025 staff budget
• Review of the 2024-2026 committee application form
• Updates from the Petrolia Trails Sub-committee
• Updates on Petrolia 150 and special events

Public Notice - 29 Aug 2024 - ZBA ADU Public Information Session

The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Petrolia is holding a public meeting on Monday, September 23, 2024, to consider a proposed housekeeping zoning by-law amendment. The amendment applies to all lands within the town regarding Additional Dwelling Units on residential lots under Zoning By-law 63 of 2017. Residents may attend the hearing at Victoria Hall at 411 Greenfield Street or submit written comments to the Clerk.

• Public meeting on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Victoria Hall, 411 Greenfield Street
• Proposed Zoning By-law Housekeeping Amendment regarding Additional Dwelling Units on residential lots across all lands in the Town of Petrolia
• Amendment to Zoning By-law 63 of 2017 under Section 34 of the Planning Act

Council - Special Meeting

Council is reviewing a proposal for a one-year pilot program for bulk swim passes at the Petrolia Y, intended to increase accessibility for residents. The meeting also includes the authorization of an agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to receive funding under the Green Municipal Fund.

• Approval of a one-year bulk swim pass pilot at the Petrolia Y
• By-Law 37-2024: Agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for Green Municipal Fund
• By-Law 38-2024: Confirming the resolutions and motions of the Council

Youth Advisory Committee

The Town of Petrolia Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss administrative items, reports, and upcoming community events. Discussions include planning for the Spring 2025 Youth Engagement Summit, promoting the committee, and organizing booths or participation for the Community Picnic, Hard Oiler Kids Day/Concert, and the 150 Parade.

• Discussion on establishing a subcommittee for the Spring 2025 Youth Engagement Summit
• Planning for a YAC booth and participation at the Community Picnic on August 11th
• Planning for a YAC booth at Hard Oiler Kids Day/Concert on August 17th
• Planning for YAC participation in the 150 Parade on August 17th
• Discussion on a potential youth online survey and QR code for promotion