Bradford West Gwillimbury public meetings in 2024

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will hear a 2025 budget presentation from the South Simcoe Police Services Board and consider a zoning by-law amendment regarding home occupation standards. The meeting includes decisions on land assumptions for National Homes developments and various traffic safety funding requests.

• South Simcoe Police Services Board 2025 Budget presentation
• Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-18-12) for Home Occupation Review
• Final Assumption of lots for National Homes (Bradford) Inc. Phase 1 and Phase 2
• $40,000 for Traffic Engineering Review and $25,000 for five flashing radar speed signs
• 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law (2024-97)

Council approved several 2025 fees and charges, including Carrot Fest vendor booth rentals and Celebration Square rental fees, and directed staff to amend the Fees and Charges By-law. It also approved final assumptions for two National Homes subdivisions, granted a two-year extension for a draft plan, and approved a zoning by-law amendment for home occupations. Committee recommendations were adopted, including creating a Green Initiatives civic award and endorsing traffic calming projects.

• Approved Carrot Fest 2025 vendor booth fees: Friday local $50, non-local $75; Saturday local $90, non-local $250 (2024-442)
• Approved local food vendor fees for other events: Music in the Park/Outdoor Movies $10, Pumpkin Fest $25, Canada Day $75 (2024-443)
• Approved new Carrot Fest application/selection process with two-week application windows (2024-444)
• Approved Celebration Square rental fees: $1,500 half-day, $2,250 full-day (2024-445)
• Approved final assumption of National Homes Phase 1 remaining lots (Lots 82-89, 103-108, Plan 51M-1051) (2024-446)
• Approved final assumption of National Homes Phase 2 (Lots 1-35, Plan 51M-1185) (2024-447)
• Granted two-year extension for draft plan approval D12-19-05, lapsing Dec 21, 2026 (2024-448)
• Approved town-initiated zoning by-law amendment for home occupation standards (2024-449)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will adopt the October 10 minutes, receive the Drain Superintendent’s report, and approve payment of the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King’s share of the Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance costs. The board will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adopt minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting (HMDSJMSB_Oct10_2024).
• Receive Drain Superintendent Report HMDSJMSB-2024-08 dated December 5, 2024.
• Approve payment of the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King’s share for Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance.
• Approve 2025 meeting dates: Feb 13, Apr 10, Jun 12, Aug 14, Oct 9, Dec 11, all at 7:00 p.m.
• Adjourn the meeting.

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board approved paying the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Township of King's share of Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance costs from general funds. The board also received the Drainage Superintendent's report and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved payment of BWG and King's share of Holland River Municipal Drain maintenance from general funds (carried)
• Received Drainage Superintendent's report HMDSJMSB-2024-08 for information (carried)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates: Feb 13, Apr 10, Jun 12, Aug 14, Oct 9, Dec 11 (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The posted agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Accessibility Advisory Committee on Dec 9, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to adopt the 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law and a Fire Communication Services Agreement with the City of Barrie. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal matters and a cellular tower.

• Adoption of 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law
• Fire Communication Services Agreement with City of Barrie
• Granting a 3-year extension to a Draft Plan of Subdivision
• Closed session to discuss legal matters and cellular tower
• Support for provincial resolution on land transfer tax redistribution

Council passed a resolution urging Simcoe County Council members to reconsider and forgo their wage increase, citing financial strain on residents. It also approved several by-laws, including the 2025 interim tax levy and temporary borrowing by-law, and granted a two-year extension for a draft plan of subdivision.

• Approved resolution urging County Council to forgo wage increase (carried)
• Approved 2025 Temporary Borrowing By-law (carried)
• Approved 2025 Interim Tax Levy By-law (carried)
• Approved Development Charges Interest Policy update (carried)
• Granted 2-year extension for Draft Plan D12-14-14 until Jan 10, 2027 (carried)
• Passed By-laws 2024-93, 2024-94, 2024-95 (carried)
• Supported Town of Aurora resolution on Land Transfer Tax/GST redistribution (carried)
• Received correspondence on non-OPP policing funding (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting. It will consider a request for a Heritage Conservation District at 23 Brownlee Drive and discuss several business items, including 4381 Line 10, the Phase 2 Heritage Designation Campaign, the Bond Head HCD, and a subcommittee update on neighbourhood identities. An open forum will allow public comments related to agenda items.

• Request for Heritage Conservation District – 23 Brownlee Drive
• Discussion of 4381 Line 10
• Heritage Designation Campaign – Phase 2
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District
• Subcommittee update – Neighbourhood Identities

The Municipal Heritage Committee recommended that Council remove 68 Frederick Street from the Listed Heritage property list, following a request from the property owners. The committee also agreed to evaluate 23 Brownlee Drive for heritage designation and to proceed with a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for 4381 Line 10. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were updates or procedural.

• Recommended removal of 68 Frederick St from Listed Heritage properties (carried)
• Received request for 23 Brownlee Dr heritage designation and agreed to evaluate property (carried)
• Agreed to proceed with Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for 4381 Line 10 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda and minutes (carried)

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee will adopt the June 26, 2024 minutes, review a draft Climate Mitigation Strategy, and consider two recommendations: creating a new “Green Initiatives” civic award and directing staff to develop a sustainable‑finance investment strategy for town reserve funds. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments.

• Adopt minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting
• Present the Climate Mitigation Strategy Draft (BWG CCMAS Strategy Draft 221124.pdf)
• Recommend Council create a new “Green Initiatives” civic award
• Recommend Council direct staff to prepare a sustainable‑finance investment strategy for reserve funds
• Open forum for public comments related to agenda items

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee recommended Council create a new 'Green Initiatives' Civic Award category and direct staff to prepare a sustainable investment strategy for town reserve funds. The committee also received updates on the Climate Mitigation Strategy, budget items, and the Trees for Life program.

• Recommended Council create a new 'Green Initiatives' Civic Award category (carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to prepare a sustainable investment strategy for reserve funds (carried)
• Adopted the November 27, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the June 26, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned at 7:56 p.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first, filed by Shahid Maqsood and represented by Livensa Design Inc., seeks relief from interior side yard and rear yard setbacks for an uncovered deck greater than 0.6 m at 60 Cayton Crescent in the Residential One Exception "R1-2*9" zone. The second, filed by Piyush Tailor and Reena Tailor and represented by Urvi Sheth, seeks relief from stairs‑encroachment setback and parking dimension requirements at 55 Sundragon Trail in the Residential One "R1-4" zone. After presentations and public comment, the committee may approve, defer, reserve, or adjourn the decisions.

• Minor variance application PLN-2024-55 – 60 Cayton Crescent – relief from interior side yard and rear yard setbacks for an uncovered deck >0.6 m (R1‑2*9 zone)
• Minor variance application COA-2024-2 – 55 Sundragon Trail – relief from stairs encroachment setback and parking dimension requirements (R1‑4 zone)

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications for properties on Cayton Crescent and Sundragon Trail. These decisions grant relief from specific zoning by-law requirements regarding yard setbacks and parking dimensions.

• Approved minor variance for 60 Cayton Crescent (Resolution COA 2024-39)
• Approved minor variance for 55 Sundragon Trail (Resolution COA 2024-40)
• Adopted November 27, 2024 agenda (Resolution COA 2024-37)
• Adopted September 25, 2024 minutes (Resolution COA 2024-38)

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on November 27, 2024, to discuss agenda items and oversee the South Simcoe Police Service. The meeting will be held at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Agendas and minutes packages available online
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items, motions, or decisions for the November 26, 2024, meeting.

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee endorsed the Traffic Mitigation Strategy Appeals Process (TR-2024-14) and adopted the 2025 Traffic Calming Projects report (TR-2024-13). It approved $40,000 for a traffic engineering review of several streets and $25,000 for five flashing radar speed signs on rural roads, and authorized expansion of Community Safety Zones. The committee also recommended staff report on stop‑control measures for Isabella Parkette to match Summerlyn Parkette. Civic Centre construction milestones were discussed.

• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy Appeals Process (TR-2024-14)
• Approved $40,000 for traffic engineering review of John St, Summerlyn Trail, West Park Ave, Miller Park Ave, Langford Blvd
• Approved $25,000 for purchase of five flashing radar speed signs for rural roadways
• Authorized expansion of Community Safety Zones (cost covered by transportation operations budget)
• Recommended staff report on stop‑control measures for Isabella Parkette mirroring Summerlyn Parkette

The Strategic Initiatives Committee endorsed the Traffic Mitigation Strategy appeals process and the 2025 Traffic Calming Projects, which include traffic engineering reviews, radar speed signs, and expanded community safety zones. It also recommended that Council request staff to report on implementing stop control measures at Isabella Park similar to Summerlyn Parkette. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy appeals process (SIC-2024-26)
• Endorsed 2025 Traffic Calming Projects, including $40,000 for traffic engineering reviews and $25,000 for radar speed signs (SIC-2024-27)
• Recommended Council request staff report on stop control measures for Isabella Park (SIC-2024-28)
• Adopted agenda and minutes (SIC-2024-24, SIC-2024-25)

Youth Council Advisory Committee

The Youth Council Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct member orientation and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also review its Terms of Reference and discuss the 2025 Strategy and Workplan.

• Appointment of Committee Chair
• Appointment of Committee Vice Chair
• Review of 2024-2026 Terms of Reference
• Discussion of 2025 Strategy & Workplan
• Committee Member Policy Review and Online Training

The Youth Council Advisory Committee held its orientation meeting, appointing Kyle Lawson as Chair and Syreeika Pryce as Vice Chair. The committee discussed its Terms of Reference and outlined 2025 priorities including youth engagement, economic development, and incorporating youth perspectives into town space plans. No formal decisions were made beyond the appointments and adopting the agenda.

• Adopted the November 20, 2024 agenda (YCAC-2024-01)
• Appointed Kyle Lawson as Chair (YCAC-2024-02)
• Appointed Syreeika Pryce as Vice Chair (YCAC-2024-03)
• Agreed to hold bi-monthly meetings for the remainder of the school year

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will discuss shifting its transit system to on-demand service and approve funding for 18 community organizations. The meeting also includes a closed session on land acquisition and a public hearing on a storage facility.

• Shift to on-demand transit system
• Grant funding for 18 community organizations
• Public hearing for 490 Holland Street West storage facility
• Appointment of new by-law enforcement officer
• Closed session on land acquisition and litigation

Council endorsed moving BWG Transit from a fixed route to an on-demand system, with a pilot to be implemented within the 2025 budget. It also approved a development charge deferral for a self-storage facility at 490 Holland Street West, and directed staff to explore future dog parks and proceed with accessibility upgrades at the Leisure Centre. The AMJ Jalsa Salana event was referred back to staff for further review with additional public consultation.

• Endorsed shift to on-demand transit system (Resolution 2024-413)
• Approved development charge deferral for 490 Holland Street West (Resolution 2024-404)
• Referred Jalsa Salana event back to staff for revised application and public consultation (Resolution 2024-407)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 2 for Leisure Centre accessibility and purchase two evacuation chairs (COW-2024-59)
• Requested staff report on development charge rates and deferral options (Resolution 2024-414)
• Approved community grants totaling $25,600 to 18 organizations (Resolution 2024-416)
• Authorized CAO to negotiate MOU for phosphorus reduction facility (Resolution 2024-410)
• Appointed Ramin Hajirvand as By-law Enforcement Officer (By-law 2024-91)

Library Board

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the meeting time, location, and a link to agenda packages.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

The Bradford West Gwillimbury council will hold a special meeting on November 13, 2024 to deliberate the municipal budget. The agenda does not list any specific resolutions, contracts, or projects. No detailed items or dollar amounts are provided in the agenda.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

The Special Council is meeting to deliberate the 2025 Draft Budget. The proposed budget includes an overall property tax increase of 3.51%, which equals $188.79 per year for the average home.

• 2025 Draft Budget (Report FIN-2024-19) proposing a 3.51% property tax increase
• Proposed annual tax increase of $188.79 for the average home
• Budget Presentation Schedule 2025

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council held two days of budget deliberations and approved a series of amendments to the 2025 draft budget. They removed funding for a Director of Strategic Initiatives and a new Planner, added a Fire Prevention Inspector, and made various capital and operational adjustments. The budget process concluded with a motion to shorten the amendment period, which was initially defeated but later passed on reconsideration.

• Approved capital amendment adding $175,020 for trail paving on County Road 4 (carried)
• Approved removal of $258,851 for Director of Strategic Initiatives (carried)
• Approved removal of $58,700 for Council remuneration increase (carried)
• Approved adding $133,008 for one Fire Prevention Inspector, offset by $11,335 reduction (carried)
• Approved adding $30,000 in Automated Speed Enforcement funding for fire inspector (carried)
• Approved removal of $1,379,400 for Transit Bus Additions (carried)
• Approved adding $92,316 for Library Information Services Supervisor (carried)
• Approved shortening budget amendment period to November 14, 2024 (initially defeated, then carried on reconsideration)

Simcoe County Council

The agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 contains no listed items. The document only provides standard meeting information such as date, time, location, and a link to agenda packages. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are indicated for this session.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. Members will hear a presentation from Treasure in you Counselling Centre and review plans for the DEI Symposium on December 6, 2024. An open forum will be available for public comments related to agenda items.

• Adoption of the November 6, 2024 agenda
• Adoption of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (DEI_Oct02_2024)
• Treasure in you Counselling Centre presentation
• Discussion of DEI Symposium – December 6, 2024
• Open Forum guidelines for public comments

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to discuss development charge deferrals, approve funding for a water reservoir expansion, and pass several by-laws regarding committee appointments and traffic enforcement.

• Council approves $116,400 for John Fennell Reservoir Expansion engineering services
• Council to consider development charge deferral requests for 68 W. Dykie Court and 490 Holland Street West
• Council to pass by-laws amending committee appointments, traffic rules, and parking enforcement agreements
• Town to participate in Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative
• Council to endorse a process for reviewing traffic mitigation requests

Council approved $116,400 in additional funding for the John Fennell Reservoir Expansion project to award the engineering consulting services. It also approved participation in the Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative, denied a development charge deferral at 68 W. Dykie Court, and approved deferrals at 490 Holland Street West and 123 Holland Street West & 126 John Street West. The AMJ Jalsa Salana 2025 event was referred back to staff for further review.

• Approved $116,400 additional funding for John Fennell Reservoir Expansion engineering (carried)
• Approved Town participation in Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative (carried)
• Denied development charge deferral at 68 W. Dykie Court (carried)
• Approved development charge deferral at 490 Holland Street West (Option 3) (carried)
• Approved development charge deferral at 123 Holland Street West & 126 John Street West (Option 1) (carried)
• Referred AMJ Jalsa Salana 2025 event back to staff for further review (carried)
• Directed staff to install Remembrance Day crosswalk murals at two locations (carried)
• Passed By-laws 2024-82 through 2024-88 (carried)

Special Council

The Special Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 and 2024 Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program. The session includes a comprehensive update and briefing presented by Jonathan Hack of Sierra Planning and Management.

• Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Comprehensive Update and Briefing
• By-law 2024-81 to confirm proceedings of the October 29, 2024 meeting

Council received a presentation on the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) comprehensive update from Sierra Planning and Management. No formal decisions were made; members discussed priorities and expressed support for expanding westerly and keeping the downtown and seniors housing CIP on hold. Next steps will be brought forward in early 2025.

• Adopted the Special Council agenda (2024-346)
• Enacted By-law 2024-81 to confirm proceedings (2024-347)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:56 p.m. (2024-348)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Municipal Heritage Committee meeting on October 24, 2024 does not list any specific agenda items. The agenda appears to contain only the meeting framework without proposals, decisions, or discussions. Consequently, no decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board meets on October 23, 2024, to oversee the South Simcoe Police Service. The meeting is held at the Town of Innisfil Town Hall and will be available via Zoom. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting details: Town of Innisfil Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd.
• Meeting details: Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Meeting details: Available via Zoom.
• Meeting details: Link to agenda packages on South Simcoe Police Services Website.
• Note: Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior.

Committee of Adjustment

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the meeting time, location, and a link to external agenda packages.

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 7 meeting. It will receive a report on the Traffic Mitigation Strategy – Service Request and Complaint Review Process and endorse the review process. The Committee will also receive and endorse the Town Branding Strategy for signage and the Gateway Entrance Feature Project, approving $300,000 of previously approved capital funding and agreeing to serve as the steering committee for its implementation.

• Endorse Traffic Mitigation Strategy – Service Request and Complaint Review Process (TR-2024-11)
• Endorse Town Branding Strategy for signage and Gateway Entrance Feature Project (EDO-2024-10) with $300,000 funding
• Adopt minutes from the October 7, 2024 Strategic Initiatives Committee meeting
• Committee to serve as steering committee for the Gateway signage project

The Strategic Initiatives Committee endorsed the Traffic Mitigation Strategy service request and complaint review process, and approved using $300,000 from previously approved Capital Project 4015 to fund Phase 3 of the Town Branding Strategy for signage and gateway entrance features. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions or procedural.

• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy review process (SIC-2024-21, carried)
• Approved $300,000 from Capital Project 4015 for Phase 3 of Town Branding Strategy (SIC-2024-22, carried)
• Adopted agenda (SIC-2024-19, carried)
• Adopted October 7, 2024 minutes (SIC-2024-20, carried)
• Adjourned at 7:58 p.m. (SIC-2024-23, carried)

Library Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board will meet on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West. The agenda package contains no selected items or attachments. The meeting is open to the public as usual.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will meet to discuss a proposed Minister's Zoning Order for a new high school site, review a draft Memorandum of Understanding with Southlake Regional Health Centre, and approve construction cost estimates for the Civic Centre development.

• Proposed Minister's Zoning Order for South Bradford High School site
• Draft MOU with Southlake Regional Health Centre and Ontario Health Team
• Civic Centre construction cost estimates and design options
• Heritage designation by-law amendment for Earl Rowe property
• Intersection safety improvements at Sutherland Avenue and Aishford Road

Council endorsed a Minister's Zoning Order request for lands at 2901 Line 6 and 2944 Line 5 to expedite construction of a new high school, directing staff to work with the school board. A development charge deferral request for 68 W. Dykie Court was initially defeated, then deferred for more information. Council also approved several Civic Centre development options, including a $750,000 surface parking lot and cost-saving measures.

• Endorsed MZO request for high school lands at 2901 Line 6 and 2944 Line 5 (carried)
• Authorized CAO to sign MOU with Southlake Regional Health Centre and NYSS Ontario Health Team (carried)
• Denied development charge deferral for 68 W. Dykie Court (defeated, then deferred for more info)
• Approved $750,000 surface parking option for Civic Centre (carried)
• Approved $81,892 green roof for theater and gym at Civic Centre (carried)
• Approved $5,000,000 cost savings via mass timber with ground improvement (carried)
• Approved $966,960 cost savings via steel structuring for gym, theater, atrium (carried)
• Approved $1,258,686 cost savings via Air-Source Heat Pumps (carried)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board is meeting to review financial results and drainage activity reports. The board is deciding whether to approve the 2025 Business Plan and Budget for subsequent council approval in the Township of King and Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.

• Approval of 2025 Business Plan and Budget
• September 30, 2024 Financial Results (Report HM-FIN-2024-03)
• Report of Drainage Activities (Report HMDSJMSB-2024-07)

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board approved its 2025 Business Plan and Budget, amended to include 2024 actuals to date, and will forward it to the Township of King and Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury for council approval. The board also received financial results and a drainage activities report for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 Business Plan and Budget, amended to include 2024 actuals (carried)
• Forwarded approved 2025 Business Plan and Budget to Township of King and Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury for council approval
• Received September 30, 2024 Financial Results for information (carried)
• Received Report of Drainage Activities for information (carried)

Simcoe County Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. It provides the time, location, and a link to access full agenda packages.

Special Council Closed Meeting

The Special Council will enter a closed session to discuss a matter covered by Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(k) involving confidential trade‑secret information. After the discussion, the Council will vote on By‑law 2024‑78, which confirms the proceedings of this closed‑session meeting.

• Closed session to discuss a matter under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2)(k) (confidential trade‑secret information).
• Adopt By‑law 2024‑78 to confirm the proceedings of the closed‑session meeting.

The Special Council meeting was held in closed session to discuss confidential commercial or financial information under the Municipal Act. No motions arose from the closed session, and the only decisions were procedural: adopting the agenda, entering closed session, confirming proceedings, and adjourning.

• Adopted closed session agenda (Resolution 2024-324)
• Convened closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2) (Resolution 2024-325)
• Enacted By-law 2024-78 to confirm proceedings (Resolution 2024-326)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. (Resolution 2024-327)

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will review updates on the Civic Centre design and costing, the funding plan for the Civic Centre, and a draft Terms of Reference for the committee. Additional items include discussions on transparency procedures, a TMS service request/complaint review process, the Sutherland Avenue/Aishford Road project, and a sidewalk removal review on Colborne Street north of Scanlon Avenue. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Civic Centre Design and Costing Update
• Civic Centre Funding Plan Update
• Strategic Initiatives Committee Draft Terms of Reference
• Sidewalk Removal Review – Colborne Street north of Scanlon Avenue
• Sutherland Avenue/Aishford Road discussion

The Strategic Initiatives Committee recommended Council approve several Civic Centre design and cost options, including $5,000,000 for structural mass timber, $966,960 for steel structuring, $1,258,686 for air-source heat pumps, $81,892 for a green roof, and $750,000 for surface parking. A motion to remove the $500,000 theater balcony was defeated. The Committee also recommended a 3-way stop at Sutherland Avenue and Aishford Road, sidewalk removal on Colborne Street, and approval of its Terms of Reference.

• Recommended Council include leasable space options in Civic Centre (carried)
• Recommended Council approve $750,000 surface parking for Civic Centre (carried)
• Motion to remove $500,000 theater balcony from Civic Centre defeated
• Recommended Council approve $81,892 green roof for theater and gym (carried)
• Recommended Council approve $5,000,000 structural mass timber with ground improvement (carried)
• Recommended Council approve $966,960 steel structuring for gym, theater, atrium; staff to investigate hybrid mass timber options (carried)
• Recommended Council approve $1,258,686 for air-source heat pumps (carried)
• Recommended Council approve 3-way stop at Sutherland Avenue and Aishford Road (carried)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 4, 2024 meeting. It will receive an update on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Symposium. An open forum will allow members of the public to submit brief comments related to agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024.

• Adopt agenda for October 2, 2024 meeting
• Adopt September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (DEI_Sep04_2024)
• DEI Symposium – update (item 8.1)
• Open Forum – public comments (item 5)
• Set next meeting date: November 6, 2024

The committee discussed the DEI Symposium and agreed to target a Friday in late November or early December, with the coordinator to check room availability. No formal decisions were made on the symposium. The meeting was otherwise procedural, adopting the agenda and previous minutes.

• Adopted October 2, 2024 agenda (DEI-2024-31)
• Adopted September 4, 2024 minutes (DEI-2024-32)
• Agreed to target a Friday in late November or early December for DEI Symposium
• Adjourned at 7:44 p.m. (DEI-2024-33)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council is deciding on a grant for an industrial property and amending a police services agreement with the Town of Innisfil. The body is also discussing the launch of the BWG Business Catalyst Centre and requesting updates to the Provincial Municipal Elections Act.

• Approval of $75,000 grant for Tiltco at 60 Industrial Road under the Industrial Areas Community Improvement Plan
• By-law 2024-76 to amend the cost sharing formula in the Police Services Agreement with the Town of Innisfil
• Authorization to launch the BWG Business Catalyst Centre in Town facilities starting October 2024
• Resolution calling for the Province to update the Municipal Elections Act based on AMCTO recommendations
• Request for staff to investigate accessibility costing for the second floor of the Leisure Centre

Council approved a $75,000 Industrial Areas CIP grant for Tiltco at 60 Industrial Road, and approved the AMJ Convention 2025 recommendation (COW-2024-46) after a motion to refer it back to staff was defeated 4-5. Council also passed a resolution calling on the province to update the Municipal Elections Act, and approved several other routine items.

• Approved $75,000 IACIP grant for Tiltco at 60 Industrial Road (carried)
• Defeated motion to refer AMJ Convention 2025 report back to staff (4-5)
• Approved COW-2024-46 for AMJ Convention 2025 (carried)
• Adopted resolution urging province to update Municipal Elections Act (carried)
• Approved BWG Business Catalyst Centre implementation plan (carried)
• Approved By-law 2024-76 amending Police Services Agreement with Innisfil (carried)
• Approved Accessibility Advisory Committee recommendations (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting. It will discuss a proposed by‑law amendment affecting the Earl Rowe Property at 4304‑4306 Line 10, review heritage designation updates for four county road sites, and receive updates on Bill 200 (Homeowner Protection Act), the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District, and pending Planning Act applications.

• By‑law amendment – Earl Rowe Property, 4304‑4306 Line 10
• Heritage designations – 1641 County Road 27, 3423 County Road 88, 3778 County Road 88, 4029 Line 6
• Bill 200, Homeowner Protection Act – update
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District – next steps
• Planning Act applications – discussion

The Committee recommended Council approve the intent to designate four properties under the Ontario Heritage Act, based on Cultural Heritage Evaluation Reports. It also endorsed a by-law amendment for the Earl Rowe property and received updates on Bill 200 and the Bond Head HCD. No decisions were made on the Sarjeant Co. property or other new business items.

• Recommended Council approve intent to designate 1641 County Road 27, 4029 Line 6, 3778 County Road 88, 3423 County Road 88 (carried)
• Recommended Council prepare by-law amendment for Heritage Designation Bylaw 2022-10 (4304-4306 Line 10) (carried)
• Received memorandum on Bill 200, Homeowner Protection Act, 2024 (carried)
• Recommended Council accept resignation of Member Laura Vree and begin recruitment for two vacancies (carried)
• No objections to removal and redevelopment of addition at 33 John Street East (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider applications for consents and variances from Zoning By-laws. The body will hear from applicants and the public before deciding on the requested relief.

• Minor Variance Application D13-24-09 for 55 Sundragon Trail regarding stairs encroachment setback and parking dimensions

The Committee of Adjustment met to address administrative items and one minor variance application. The application for 55 Sundragon Trail, which requested relief from zoning requirements regarding stair setbacks and parking dimensions, was deferred.

• Adopted September 25, 2024 agenda
• Adopted August 28, 2024 minutes
• Deferred minor variance application for 55 Sundragon Trail (COA-2024-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 p.m.

Police Services Board

The agenda provided is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific items for decision or discussion. It identifies the board's role in overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service.

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee agenda for September 25, 2024 contains only generic headings and empty fields. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are detailed. Consequently, there are no concrete actions or discussions recorded for this meeting.

Simcoe County Council

The September 24, 2024 Simcoe County Council meeting agenda contains no specific items. The agenda only provides meeting time, location, and a link to agenda packages. No resolutions, contracts, or hearings are listed.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The council will adopt the minutes from the September 3 meeting, consider a petition for a central off‑leash dog park, and approve a noise exemption for 137 Milby Crescent. It will endorse the BWG Events Strategy report and approve the AMJ Convention 2025, including a noise‑control exemption for the event at 3078 11th Line. The council will also pass By‑law 2024‑73 to establish the Youth Council Advisory Committee and confirm By‑law 2024‑75 that records the meeting proceedings.

• By‑law 2024‑73 – amendment to establish the Youth Council Advisory Committee
• Noise Exemption Application ENF‑2024‑8 for 137 Milby Crescent (Oct 2‑3 2024)
• Approval in principle of AMJ Convention 2025 at 3078 11th Line with noise exemption under By‑law #2008‑055
• Petition (86 signatures) for a central off‑leash dog park in BWG
• Resolution requesting federal and provincial governments adjust For‑Profit/Not‑For‑Profit childcare ratios

Council defeated a motion to approve in principle the AMJ Convention 2025 event and its noise exemption, with a 4-5 vote. Council approved a noise exemption for a private event at 137 Milby Crescent, received a petition for a central off-leash dog park, and requested staff report on dog park options. Council also endorsed the BWG Events Strategy as a budget guide and passed a by-law establishing a Youth Council Advisory Committee.

• Defeated AMJ Convention 2025 approval and noise exemption (4-5)
• Approved noise exemption for private event at 137 Milby Crescent on Oct 2, 2024
• Received petition for central off-leash dog park (86 signatures)
• Requested staff report on off-leash dog park options
• Endorsed BWG Events Strategy as budget guide
• Passed By-law 2024-73 establishing Youth Council Advisory Committee
• Approved DEI Committee logo option 3 and banner procurement

Library Board

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions for the September 16, 2024, meeting.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

The Special Council will hold a public information meeting on an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment to permit accessory dwelling units on urban residential parcels (Planning File No. D14-24-02). Staff will present the Information Report PLN-2024-48 and a draft by-law (5.1 ADU Draft-By-law.pdf) and receive public comments. Council will not make a decision at this meeting but will receive the staff report for information and refer the matter back to staff for a later recommendation. By-law 2024-73 will be enacted to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.

• Public information meeting on zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units (Planning File No. D14-24-02)
• Presentation of staff report PLN-2024-48 and draft by-law 5.1 ADU Draft-By-law.pdf
• Opportunity for public comment on the proposed amendment
• Council will receive the staff report for information; no decision tonight
• Adoption of By-law 2024-73 to confirm meeting proceedings

Council held a statutory public meeting to discuss a proposed town-wide zoning by-law amendment that would permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on urban residential lots. No decision was made; the staff report was received for information, and staff will consider public input in a future recommendation report.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Resolution 2024-290)
• Received staff report PLN-2024-48 on ADU zoning for information (Resolution 2024-291)
• Enacted by-law 2024-73 to confirm proceedings (Resolution 2024-292)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 p.m. (Resolution 2024-293)

Simcoe County Council

The September 10, 2024 Simcoe County Council agenda contains only general meeting information and a link to the County Council Agenda Packages. No specific agenda items, motions, or attachments are listed for this meeting.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Public Consultation

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to consult on the design of public spaces. The meeting aims to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

• Public consultation on the Design of Public Spaces per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• Discussion of the Annual Accessibility Status Report 2023

The Accessibility Advisory Committee held its annual public consultation on AODA-compliant design of public spaces. Attendees raised concerns about elevator malfunctions at the Leisure Centre, inaccessible events, and limited transit options. The Committee passed two recommendations: to investigate accessible options and costing for accessing the Leisure Centre's second floor, and to explore partnerships with local health and fitness centres to support the Leisure Centre during elevator failures. It also recommended Council receive and endorse the 2023 Accessibility Status Report and publish it on the Town's website.

• Recommended Council investigate accessible options and costing for second floor access at Leisure Centre (AA-2024-11)
• Recommended Council explore partnerships with local health/fitness centres for Leisure Centre elevator failure support (AA-2024-12)
• Recommended Council receive and endorse 2023 Accessibility Status Report and publish on website (AA-2024-14)
• Adopted agenda as printed (AA-2024-10)
• Adopted June 10, 2024 minutes (AA-2024-13)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 p.m. (AA-2024-15)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting. It will receive updates on the DEI Committee logo campaign results and the upcoming DEI symposium. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting on October 2, 2024.

• Adopt agenda for September 4, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from June 5, 2024 meeting
• DEI Committee logo campaign results update
• DEI symposium update
• Schedule next meeting for October 2, 2024

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee recommended Council endorse a new committee logo (Option 3, which won 60% of 141 public votes) and approve procurement of a retractable banner featuring the logo, funded by the Council Committee budget. The committee also discussed plans for a DEI symposium and participation in upcoming community events.

• Recommended Council endorse DEI logo Option 3, which received 60% of public vote (carried)
• Recommended Council approve procurement of retractable banner with new DEI logo, funded by Council Committee budget (carried)
• Adopted meeting agenda as printed (carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 5, 2024 meeting as printed (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m. (carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Regular Council and Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from previous meetings, and receive several staff financial reports. Council will approve a $10,643.52 property tax write‑off for 2022‑2024 and consider the Long‑Term Financial Plan report. The meeting also includes votes on five by‑laws covering zoning on Highway 9, an official‑plan amendment, zoning changes on Danube Lane and Simcoe Road, termination of early‑payment agreements, and an amendment to the traffic by‑law.

• Approve $10,643.52 in Section 357/358 property tax write‑offs for 2022‑2024 (FIN‑2024‑11)
• Receive and endorse the Long‑Term Financial Plan report (FIN‑2024‑14) and prioritize additional community facilities
• Pass By‑law 2024‑65 to amend zoning for 5650, 5618 and 5584 Highway 9
• Pass By‑law 2024‑70 authorizing wind‑up and termination of EPA 1 and EPA 2 agreements
• Pass By‑law 2024‑71 to amend the Traffic By‑law 2014‑91

Council approved several staff reports and recommendations, including endorsing the 2031 Transit Plan and the draft Traffic Mitigation Strategy, which includes funding for specific traffic calming measures. They also approved property tax write-offs, authorized an amending agreement for early payment agreements, and passed five by-laws related to zoning, official plan, and traffic. The meeting included a closed session for confidential matters, with one grant recipient approved confidentially.

• Approved $10,643.52 property tax write-offs for 2022-2024 (carried)
• Authorized execution of EPA2 Amending Agreement (carried)
• Endorsed prioritized list of community facilities for Development Charges update (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with option #2 for Automated Speed Enforcement and commit proceeds to speed mitigation (carried)
• Selected option #1 for closed meeting investigator services (carried)
• Endorsed 2031 Transit Plan and considered Transit Administrator position in 2025 budget (carried)
• Endorsed Traffic Mitigation Strategy, including $20,000 for all-way stop at Miller Park and Sutherland, $2,000 for bollards, and $40,000 for Miller Park/Langford review (carried)
• Passed By-laws 2024-65, 2024-67, 2024-68, 2024-70, 2024-71 (carried)

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board will meet on August 28, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 2101 Innisfil Beach Rd. No specific agenda items or attachments are provided. Members of the public must email a request to attend by noon the day before the meeting.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider a minor variance application. The body will decide whether to grant relief from specific zoning by-law requirements for a residential property.

• Minor Variance Application PLN-2024-45 for 55 Sundragon Trail regarding stairs encroachment setback and parking dimensions

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (D13-24-09) for 55 Sundragon Trail, granting relief from zoning by-law requirements for stairs setback and parking dimensions. The approval was limited to Part 4.9 Table 4.2 of Zoning By-law 2010-050. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved minor variance D13-24-09 for 55 Sundragon Trail (COA 2024-32)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (COA 2024-30)
• Adopted minutes of July 24, 2024 meeting (COA 2024-31)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39pm (COA 2024-33)

Special Council Closed Meeting

The Special Council will meet in a closed session to consider two matters: an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal concerning 108 Moore Street, and an update to a proprietary contract for automated speed enforcement. A by‑law (2024‑69) will be adopted to confirm the proceedings of this closed session. No other agenda items are listed.

• Litigation Matter – Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal – 108 Moore Street
• Proprietary Contractual Matter – Automated Speed Enforcement Update
• By‑law 2024‑69 to confirm proceedings of the closed session

The Special Council meeting was held entirely in closed session to discuss a litigation matter (Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal at 108 Moore Street) and a proprietary contractual matter (Automated Speed Enforcement Update). No motions arose from the closed session, and no substantive decisions were made publicly. The meeting adjourned after confirming the proceedings.

• Adopted closed session agenda (Resolution 2024-270)
• Convened closed session under Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239(2) (Resolution 2024-271)
• Enacted by-law to confirm proceedings (By-law 2024-69, Resolution 2024-272)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m. (Resolution 2024-273)

Strategic Initiatives Committee

The Strategic Initiatives Committee will receive the Traffic Mitigation Strategy report TR-2024-5 and endorse the draft final report and its evaluation methodology. It will continue annual funding of $15,000 for urban and rural traffic counts and consider an $80,000 budget for related projects in the 2025 budget. The Committee will also approve $20,000 for a Level 2 Type D crossing at Miller Park Avenue and Sutherland Avenue and $40,000 for a consultant review of Miller Park Avenue and Langford Boulevard for traffic calming and complete streets improvements.

• Receive Traffic Mitigation Strategy report TR-2024-5 for information
• Endorse draft Final Traffic Mitigation Strategy report and evaluation methodology
• Continue funding urban and rural traffic counts at $15,000 annually
• Approve $20,000 (2025 budget) for Level 2 Type D crossing at Miller Park Ave & Sutherland Ave
• Approve $40,000 (2025 budget) for consultant review of Miller Park Ave & Langford Blvd

The Strategic Initiatives Committee received presentations on the Town Hall development, the BWG Transit 2031 Master Plan, and a Traffic Mitigation Strategy. It passed resolutions recommending Council endorse the 2031 Transit Plan and the draft Traffic Mitigation Strategy, including specific funding approvals for traffic calming measures. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to Council.

• Recommended Council endorse the 2031 Transit Plan (carried)
• Recommended adding a Transit Administrator position for 2025 budget (carried)
• Recommended Council endorse the draft Traffic Mitigation Strategy (carried)
• Recommended $80,000 annual budget for TMS projects (carried)
• Recommended $20,000 for all-way stop at Miller Park & Sutherland (carried)
• Recommended $2,000 for traffic calming bollards on Miller Park Ave (carried)
• Recommended $40,000 for review of Miller Park Ave & Langford Blvd (carried)

Library Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board will meet on Monday, August 19, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West. The agenda package link is provided, but no specific items or attachments are selected for discussion. The meeting is open to the public unless otherwise posted.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. It will then consider a series of business items, including a presentation on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District, updates on road renamings, property designations, by‑law amendments, and an update on Bill 200, the Homeowner Protection Act. The meeting also includes a subcommittee update on neighbourhood identities and a review of planning act applications.

• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District (HCD) presentation
• Road renaming updates for Sideroad 10 and SWAR
• Designation reviews for 1641 County Road 27, 4029 Line 6, 3778 County Road 88, and 3423 County Road 88
• By‑law amendments for Brazel House (4370 Line 7) and Earl Rowe Property (4304‑4306 Line 10)
• Bill 200 Homeowner Protection Act – update

The Municipal Heritage Committee received a presentation on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District and discussed the sign by-law review, recommending the Building Division check design guidelines for conflicts. Several agenda items, including property designations and by-law amendments, were deferred to the September 26, 2024 meeting due to loss of quorum. The committee also agreed to proceed with a site visit for the Brazel House property at 4370 Line 7.

• Adopted agenda (HC-2024-53) carried
• Adopted May 23, 2024 minutes (HC-2024-54) carried
• Recommended Building Division examine design guidelines in sign by-law review
• Agreed to maintain existing sign permit process for heritage properties
• Agreed to book site visit for Brazel House property at 4370 Line 7
• Deferred 1641 County Road 27, 4029 Line 6, 3778 County Road 88, 3423 County Road 88 designations to Sept 26
• Deferred Earl Rowe Property by-law amendments to Sept 26
• Deferred Bill 200 update and Neighbourhood Identities subcommittee update to Sept 26

Simcoe County Council

Simcoe County Council is scheduled to meet on August 13, 2024, in Midhurst to review agendas and minutes. The meeting is a standard monthly session for the 16 member municipalities.

• Agendas and Minutes Packages
• County Council Agenda Packages
• Meeting Type: Regular
• Meeting Date: August 13, 2024
• Location: Simcoe County Administration Centre

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will meet to approve minutes from June 13, 2024, and receive a report on drainage activities. The next meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2024
• Reception of report on drainage activities
• Next meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024

The Board approved the June 13, 2024 meeting minutes and received a report on drainage activities. Members discussed maintenance responsibilities for stormwater management ponds associated with new building permits.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Received Report HMDSJMSB-2024-06 of the Board Coordinator dated August 1, 2024 for information (CARRIED)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council held a statutory public meeting to review the application for a Zoning By‑law Amendment (D14‑24‑01) at 4023 Line 3, Part of Lot 3, Concession 2. Staff presented the planning report and recorded public comments, but no decision was made. The council will receive the staff report later and consider the comments before a future decision.

• Public Information Meeting – Application for ZBA 4023 Line 3 (D14‑24‑01) – staff presentation, comments recorded, decision deferred
• Stormwater Utility Funding Strategy presentation by Civica Infrastructure Inc.
• Noise Exemption Application – 2771 Line 11 (ENF‑2024‑6) – request for amplification approval/denial
• Street Party Road Closure and Noise By‑law Exemption #2 for Bartram Crescent on Aug 31 2024
• Proposed General/Housekeeping Zoning By‑law Updates (PLN‑2024‑36) – staff directed to proceed with public consultation

Council adopted an Official Plan Amendment and approved in principle a Zoning By-law Amendment for lands at 5650, 5618, and 5584 Highway 9, with enactment scheduled for September 3, 2024. Council also approved several other planning items, including a hold removal for Block 404 and draft approval for a subdivision on Danube Lane and Simcoe Road. A public meeting for a zoning change at 4023 Line 3 was held but no decision was made, with the matter referred back to staff.

• Adopted Official Plan Amendment and approved in principle Zoning By-law Amendment for 5650, 5618, 5584 Highway 9 (carried)
• Approved removal of Holding (H1) provision for Block 404, Plan 51M-1063 (carried)
• Gave draft approval to subdivision application for 53, 39, 31, 23 Danube Lane and 735, 743 Simcoe Road (carried)
• Approved noise exemption for private event at 2771 Line 11 on August 18, 2024 (carried)
• Authorized road closure and noise exemption for Bartram Crescent street party on August 31, 2024 (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with housekeeping Zoning By-law updates and public consultation (carried)
• Approved committee recommendations including U-turn restrictions and parking changes on Northgate Drive (carried)
• Passed by-laws 2024-55, 2024-62, 2024-63, 2024-66 (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing to consider a minor variance application (PLN-2024-39). The applicant, Vincent Spano, seeks relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050 regarding the height, rear yard and interior side yard setbacks of a proposed detached garage in the Residential One (R1-1) zone at 227 Church Street. The committee may approve, defer, reserve a decision, or adjourn the matter after hearing the applicant and any public comments.

• Minor Variance Application PLN-2024-39 – relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050 for a detached garage at 227 Church Street
• Applicant/Agent: Vincent Spano

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (D13-24-08) for a property at 227 Church Street, allowing relief from zoning by-law requirements for height, rear yard, and interior side yard setbacks for a proposed detached garage. The motion was moved by Rick Turner and seconded by Jonathan Volpe, and passed as Resolution COA 2024-28. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also adopted the agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved minor variance D13-24-08 for 227 Church Street (COA 2024-28)
• Adopted meeting agenda (COA 2024-26)
• Adopted minutes of June 26, 2024 meeting (COA 2024-27)

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee will receive a Town Hall update. This includes a presentation by Ronen Bauer and Troy Wright from Moriyama Teshima Architects. The committee will also review the minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting.

• Town Hall Update presentation by Ronen Bauer and Troy Wright of Moriyama Teshima Architects
• Adoption of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee received a presentation from Moriyama Teshima regarding Town Hall design, parking options, and sustainability targets. The CAO provided an update on a proposed Bond Head Fire Hall and operations yard, noting a future report to Council.

• Adopted June 27, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Police Services Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for decision or discussion. The board is responsible for overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for land-use changes. These include requests for parking relief at 167 Heritage Street and 70 Professor Day Drive, a property severance at 552 Holland Street West, and setback variances at 60 Cayton Crescent.

• Parking variance at 167 Heritage Street to permit an Accessory Dwelling Unit
• Property severance at 552 Holland Street West for a vehicular access easement
• Parking variance at 70 Professor Day Drive to allow additional school portables
• Setback variance at 60 Cayton Crescent for an uncovered deck

The Committee of Adjustment approved three applications for minor variances and property severance. One additional application for a minor variance regarding deck setbacks was deferred.

• Approved minor variance for 167 Heritage Street parking dimensions
• Approved consent application for easement at 552 Holland Street West
• Approved minor variance for parking at 70 Professor Day Drive
• Deferred minor variance application for 60 Cayton Crescent

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the Private Tree Preservation Bylaw and the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan. Discussions will also cover the Holland St Transformation Project and tree-planting partnerships. A motion is proposed recommending that Council endorse expanding the Ontario Deposit Return Program to include nonalcoholic beverages.

• Motion to expand Ontario Deposit Return Program to nonalcoholic beverages
• Private Tree Preservation Bylaw update
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Holland St Transformation Project update
• Review of active transportation initiatives

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee adopted a motion (GI-2024-14) recommending that Council endorse expanding Ontario's deposit return program to non-alcoholic beverage containers and that the Mayor write letters supporting this to provincial ministers, the local MPP, opposition critics, and municipal councils and conservation authorities. The committee also received updates on the Private Tree Protection Bylaw, the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy, the Holland Street Transportation Project, tree-planting partnerships, and a MECP bank stabilization project. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were procedural or deferred.

• Adopted agenda as printed (GI-2024-12, carried)
• Adopted April 24, 2024 minutes as printed (GI-2024-13, carried)
• Recommended Council endorse expanding Ontario Deposit Return Program to non-alcoholic containers and Mayor send letters (GI-2024-14, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:53 p.m. (GI-2024-15, carried)

Simcoe County Council

The provided text contains administrative details and meeting information for the Simcoe County Council meeting on June 25, 2024. No substantive discussion topics or decisions are included in this document.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

Council held a public meeting to discuss the launch of the Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051. No decision was made on this matter, as Council received the staff report and public comments for information only. A closed session was also scheduled to discuss a proposed land acquisition and a litigation matter.

• Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051 project launch
• Closed session discussion regarding proposed land acquisition
• Closed session discussion regarding a litigation matter
• By-law 2024-54 to confirm meeting proceedings

Council held a statutory public planning meeting to discuss the Town's Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051, receiving staff reports and public comments without making a final decision. Council also authorized staff to enter into a lease agreement for tenancy at 177 Church Street following a closed session.

• Adopted Closed Session Agenda dated June 25, 2024 (Resolution 2024-240)
• Adopted Special Council Agenda dated June 25, 2024 (Resolution 2024-242)
• Received Report PLN-2024-28 regarding the Official Plan Update for Growth Management to 2051 for information (Resolution 2024-243)
• Authorized staff to enter into a lease agreement for tenancy at 177 Church Street (Resolution 2024-245)
• Enacted By-law 2024-54 to confirm proceedings of the Council meeting (Resolution 2024-246)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m. (Resolution 2024-247)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text and boilerplate. No specific topics, decisions, or projects are recorded for this Municipal Heritage Committee meeting.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Committee is reviewing staff reports regarding traffic safety and infrastructure improvements. Recommendations include implementing an all-way stop at West Park Avenue and Veterans Street, as well as U-turn restrictions on Colborne Street. Other discussions involve pedestrian safety in Summerlyn Village and speed mitigation on Collings Avenue.

• Implementation of full way stop control at West Park Avenue and Veterans Street
• U-turn restrictions between Scanlon Avenue and Porter Street/Natale Court on Colborne Street
• Installation of pedestrian signage on Colborne Street
• Pedestrian safety reviews for Isabella Park and Summerlyn Village
• Speed mitigation concerns on Collings Avenue

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee approved several traffic mitigation and pedestrian safety measures, including new crosswalks, all-way stops, and parking changes. The committee also authorized an updated budget of $24,674 for previously approved sidewalk extensions on Blue Dasher and Professor Day Drive. These recommendations will move to Council for final approval.

• Recommended two Level 2 Type D crosswalks at Isabella Park (5-0)
• Recommended all-way stop at West Park Avenue and Veterans Street (5-0)
• Approved $24,674 for sidewalk extensions on Blue Dasher and Professor Day (5-0)
• Recommended U-turn and parking changes on Colborne Street (5-0)
• Recommended parking and signage changes near St Teresa of Calcutta (5-0)
• Requested staff report on speed mitigation for Collings Avenue (5-0)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and approve $22,181,127 in carry forward projects. The agenda also includes a downtown grant for 5 Holland Street West and road rehabilitation funding.

• Approval of $22,181,127 in carry forward projects from the 2023 financial results
• $54,925.30 Downtown Community Improvement Plan grant for 5 Holland Street West
• $550,000 funding to rehabilitate Reagen’s Industrial Parkway
• Road closure and noise exemption for Blue Dasher Blvd on August 24, 2024
• Part-Lot Control Exemption for 263 Barrie Street (Serena Homes)

Bradford West Gwillimbury council approved the town's 2023 draft audited financial statements and allocated the 2023 general taxation surplus, along with $22,181,127 in carry-forward projects. Council also approved a $54,925.30 Downtown Community Improvement Plan grant for Greater Life Community Church at 5 Holland Street West, added $550,000 to rehabilitate Reagen's Industrial Parkway, and authorized an additional $305,000 plus $65,000 for Celebration Square. A resolution supporting a second public high school in town carried, and several planning and appointment by-laws were passed.

• Approved 2023 draft audited financial statements and allocated 2023 general taxation surplus (carried)
• Approved $22,181,127 in carry-forward projects (carried)
• Approved $54,925.30 DCIP grant for Greater Life Community Church at 5 Holland Street West (carried)
• Approved $550,000 to rehabilitate Reagen's Industrial Parkway via contract BWG 24-317-T amendment (carried)
• Authorized additional $305,000 plus $65,000 for Celebration Square construction (carried)
• Authorized Blue Dasher Blvd. road closure and noise by-law exemption for Aug 24, 2024 street party (carried)
• Approved Youth Council Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (carried)
• Passed by-laws 2024-56 through 2024-60, including Simcoe Gardens subdivision and holding removal (carried)

Holland Marsh Board

The Board will review the 2023 financial statements and April 2024 financial results. Presentations are scheduled regarding Section 76 Assessment Revisions for the Main Drain and pumping operations. The meeting also includes a report from the Drainage Superintendent.

• Approval of 2023 Financial Statement and Results
• Presentation on Section 76 Assessment Revisions for Main Drain and Pumping Operations
• Review of April 30, 2024 financial results
• Report from the Drainage Superintendent dated June 4, 2024
• Closed session regarding an Order of Drainage Referee

The Board approved the audited financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2023. Members received financial updates for April 2024 and a report from the Drainage Superintendent. A presentation was provided regarding new assessment schedules for the Main Drain and Pump Levy.

• Approved 2023 HMDSJMSB Financial Statement (CARRIED)
• Received April 30, 2024 Financial Results for information (CARRIED)
• Received Drainage Superintendent Report HMDSJMSB-2024-05 for information (CARRIED)
• Approved April 11, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)

Simcoe County Council

The provided text contains only procedural information regarding the Simcoe County Council meeting on June 11, 2024. It includes meeting logistics and links to access agenda packages but does not list any topics for discussion or decision.

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

This public information meeting is held to discuss a proposed draft plan of subdivision and requested zoning order. The proposal involves properties at 23 Brownlee and various addresses on Line 5. Council will receive the staff report for information but will not make a decision tonight.

• Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning Order (File No. D12-24-05)
• Development application for 23 Brownlee, 2820, 2824, and 2848 Line 5

The Special Council held a statutory public meeting regarding a draft plan of subdivision and zoning order for 23 Brownlee, 2820, 2824, and 2848 Line 5. Council did not make a decision on the application. Instead, they adopted Resolution 2024-211 to receive the staff report and public comments for information, referring the matter back to staff for a future recommendation report.

• Adopted agenda (Resolution 2024-210)
• Received staff report and public comments for information only (Resolution 2024-211)
• Referred subdivision application to staff for future recommendation
• Enacted By-law 2024-51 to confirm proceedings (Resolution 2024-212)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:56 p.m. (Resolution 2024-213)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss on-street subdivision parking and accessibility in town parks. The meeting also includes updates on the National AccessAbility Event and reviews of site plans for Celebration Square and Luxury Park.

• On-Street Subdivision Parking Discussion
• Affordable Housing Program Grants
• Celebration Square Site Plan Review
• Luxury Park Site Plan Review
• Public Meeting to Consult on Design of Public Spaces

The Committee adopted the agenda and the March 11, 2024, meeting minutes. Members discussed accessibility in town parks, on-street parking, and disability language guidelines. The annual public meeting to consult on the design of public spaces was scheduled for September 9, 2024.

• Adopted June 10, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 11, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Scheduled annual Public Meeting for September 9, 2024

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to review several community items. Topics include a request for land acknowledgement signage and engagement for Carrot Fest. The committee will also address the Indigenous "Seven Feathers" Crosswalk and new policing legislation in Ontario.

• Request for Land Acknowledgement Signage
• Community Engagement - Carrot Fest
• Indigenous "Seven Feathers" Crosswalk
• New Legislative Framework for Policing in Ontario
• Emancipation Day Celebration

The DEI Advisory Committee recommended incorporating Indigenous Seven Feathers Crosswalks into the Holland Street Transformation Project. The committee also proposed developing land acknowledgement signage for town parks and requested a council presentation on Ontario's new policing legislative framework.

• Recommended staff consult Indigenous leaders to develop land acknowledgement signage for town parks (Carried)
• Recommended incorporating Indigenous Seven Feathers Crosswalks into the Holland Street/Barrie Street intersection design (Carried)
• Requested an information presentation for Council regarding the New Legislative Framework for Policing in Ontario (Carried)
• Adopted the June 5, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted the May 1, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

The Council will consider authorizing staff to engage the Town of Innisfil regarding cross-border water supply opportunities. The agenda also includes noise exemption requests for private events and a draft report on the BWG Events Strategy. Additionally, the meeting covers budget reconciliation and heritage preservation conditions for a demolition request.

• Authorization to engage the Town of Innisfil regarding water supply expansion
• Noise exemption applications for 199 Pine Hill Road and 363 Nottingham Forest Road
• Heritage preservation requirements for the demolition at 1934 Sideroad 5
• Cost estimate request for the 177 Church Street Park design
• Appointment of Dan Qing Xu as Building Inspector

Council authorized staff to engage the Town of Innisfil and InnServices regarding water supply expansion and other cross-border servicing. The meeting also approved two noise exemptions for private events and nominated Councillor Cheraldean Duhaney for the AMO Board of Directors.

• Authorized staff to engage Town of Innisfil/InnServices on water supply expansion and cross-border servicing
• Approved noise exemption for private event at 199 Pine Hill Road (June 14-15, 2024)
• Approved noise exemption for private event at 363 Nottingham Forest Road (July 27, 2024)
• Nominated Councillor Cheraldean Duhaney for the AMO Board of Directors Small Urban Caucus (2024-2026)
• Approved demolition of 1934 Sideroad 5 subject to photographic documentation and salvage requirements
• Passed By-law 2024-49 to appoint Dan Qing Xu as Building Inspector
• Endorsed creation of province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics
• Requested cost estimate for park space design at 177 Church Street for 2025 budget

Police Services Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board meeting on May 29, 2024, held at the South Simcoe Police Station and on Zoom. The agenda contains only a link to agenda packages and no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics. It is procedural boilerplate with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting at South Simcoe Police Station, 81 Melbourne Dr., Bradford ON, and on Zoom
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

This is a statutory public planning meeting to discuss a town-initiated zoning by-law amendment that would update permissions for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on urban residential land within settlement areas. No decision will be made tonight; council will receive the staff report for information and refer the matter back for a future recommendation report. Public comments are being recorded and will be considered by staff.

• Public information meeting for zoning by-law amendment D14-24-02
• Proposed changes to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-050 for accessory dwellings
• Affects residentially-zoned land on municipal wastewater and water services in settlement areas
• By-law 2024-48 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council held a statutory public meeting to discuss proposed zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units on urban residential land. No decision was made on the amendment; the matter was referred back to staff for a further recommendation report.

• Received staff report and public comments regarding accessory dwelling units (Carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
• Enacted By-law 2024-48 to confirm proceedings (Carried)

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on May 28, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Midhurst, Ontario. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a link to the full agenda package; no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

Library Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board's regular monthly meeting on May 27, 2024. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda and minutes package, with no specific items listed in the provided text. The meeting is open to the public.

• Meeting date and time: Monday, May 27, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West
• Agenda item 1: Agendas and Minutes Packages (link provided)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on a demolition application for 1930-1934 Sideroad 5, discuss a site visit to 1934 Sideroad 5, and review its work plan. The committee will also consider a motion recommending that the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury Council endorse province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics, modelled after the existing firefighter award.

• Demolition application presentation for 1930-1934 Sideroad 5 by MHBC Planning
• Site visit discussion for 1934 Sideroad 5
• Motion to endorse province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics
• Review and update of Heritage Committee Work Plan 2023-2024
• Adoption of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Municipal Heritage Committee recommended that Council approve the demolition request for 1930-1934 Sideroad 5, subject to specific heritage-preservation actions such as photographic documentation and salvage of historical materials. The Committee also endorsed a motion recommending Council support the creation of province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics. Additionally, the Committee agreed to establish a subcommittee for neighbourhood identities and requested a consultant presentation on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District.

• Recommended Council approve demolition of 1930-1934 Sideroad 5 with heritage conditions (Carried)
• Recommended Council endorse province-wide long-service medals for police and paramedics (Carried)
• Agreed to establish a subcommittee for neighbourhood identities
• Agreed to request Archaeological Research Associates to present on Bond Head HCD
• Adopted agenda as amended (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 25, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider four applications: a minor variance and a related consent at 108 Moore Street, a minor variance at 263 Barrie Street, and a minor variance at 103 Faris Street. The committee will hear from applicants and the public before deciding on each application.

• Minor variance D13-24-01 and consent D10-24-02 at 108 Moore Street to create 3 lots from a 1,000 sq m parcel
• Minor variance D13-24-03 at 263 Barrie Street for porch and stair encroachments
• Minor variance D13-24-04 at 103 Faris Street to reduce parking and driveway width for an accessory dwelling unit
• All applications seek relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050

The Committee of Adjustment rejected a consent application and related minor variance to create two new lots at 108 Moore Street. Two other minor variance applications for porch setbacks and parking/ADU requirements were approved.

• Rejected Minor Variance Application D13-24-01 for 108 Moore Street
• Rejected Consent Application D10-24-02 for 108 Moore Street
• Approved Minor Variance Application D13-24-03 for 263 Barrie Street
• Approved Minor Variance Application D13-24-04 for 103 Faris Street

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is a regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting. Council will consider approving street names for the Bond Head South Subdivision (Lindvest Phase), receive reports on building permits and RCAF 100th anniversary events, and pass several by-laws including appointing a fire chief and assuming subdivision works. A closed session precedes the meeting to discuss civic awards nominations.

• Street naming proposal for Bond Head South Subdivision S-10-03 (Lindvest Phase)
• By-law 2024-44 appointing Michael Rozario as Fire Chief
• By-law 2024-45 final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7A
• By-law 2024-46 final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7B, Lots 1-71
• Building Permit Activity Report for January 1 – March 31, 2024

Council approved the recipients of the 2024 Civic Awards, keeping their names confidential until notified, and agreed to nominate them to provincial award programs. Council also approved street names requested by Lindvest (Bradford) Limited for a portion of the Bond Head South Subdivision S-10-03. Three by-laws were passed: appointing Michael Rozario as Fire Chief, and confirming final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phases 7A and 7B. Several reports were received for information, including building permit activity for January 1 to March 31, 2024, and RCAF 100th Anniversary celebration events.

• Approved 2024 Civic Awards recipients; names confidential until notified (CARRIED)
• Approved street names requested by Lindvest (Bradford) Limited for Bond Head South Subdivision S-10-03 (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 2024-44 appointing Michael Rozario as Fire Chief (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 2024-45 confirming final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7A (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 2024-46 confirming final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Inc. Phase 7B (CARRIED)
• Received Building Permit Activity Report for January 1 – March 31, 2024 (CARRIED)
• Received RCAF 100th Anniversary Celebration Events report (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes of May 7, 2024 meeting and approved Committee of the Whole recommendations COW-2024-34 to COW-2024-36 (CARRIED)

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

This agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Community and Traffic Safety Committee meeting on 2024-05-15 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on May 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Midhurst, Ontario. The agenda contains only a link to the County Council Agenda Packages on the County of Simcoe's website and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate with no substantive agenda items provided.

• No specific agenda items listed in the provided text

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee is reviewing a $3,500 mural application for 18 Holland Street West. Members will also discuss future uses for green space at 177 Church Street and receive updates on the Town Hall and Celebration Square projects.

• $3,500 mural grant application for 18 Holland Street West (Unite Barbershop)
• Discussion on future use of green space at 177 Church Street
• Update on procuring the Town Hall design consultant
• Status update on the Celebration Square project
• Discussion of Sign By-law amendments for electronic advertising in the downtown core

The committee declined a mural application for 18 Holland Street West due to its commercial nature. It also requested a finalized cost estimate for a park space design at 177 Church Street for the 2025 budget.

• Declined mural application for 18 Holland Street West (Unite Barbershop) (CARRIED)
• Requested finalized cost estimate for Concept 1 park space at 177 Church Street for 2025 budget (CARRIED)
• Adopted February 12, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will consider approving the 2024 final tax levy by-law, additional funding for a new fire pumper, and several subdivision agreements and assumptions. The agenda also includes information reports on provincial planning changes (Bill 185, Provincial Policy Statement) and emergency management, plus recommendations from advisory committees on well-water testing and recycling.

• Approve 2024 Final Tax Levy By-law and Holland Marsh Drainage System Levy By-law
• Approve $40,321.92 additional capital for new fire pumper funded from development charges
• Authorize subdivision agreement and lift holding provision for 38 townhouse units at 391 West Park Avenue (First View Homes)
• Authorize amending subdivision agreement for 15 townhomes on Inverness Way and Fortis Crescent (Bradford Capital Holding Inc.)
• Approve final assumption of works for Sandstorm Development Phases 7A and 7B (Plans 51M-1128 and 51M-1143)

Council passed the 2024 Final Tax Levy and Holland Marsh Drainage System Levy By-laws. A compensation by-law was approved, including a 48.11% remuneration increase for the Deputy Mayor. Several zoning amendments and subdivision agreements were also authorized.

• Approved 2024 Final Tax Levy and Holland Marsh Drainage System Levy By-laws
• Approved 48.11% remuneration increase for Deputy Mayor (7-2)
• Approved $40,321.92 for a new fire pumper
• Denied request for reduction of Minor Variance Application Fees for 234 Orr Drive
• Approved removal of Holding (H1) symbol for 391 West Park Avenue
• Authorized Subdivision Agreement for 391 West Park Avenue
• Authorized Amending Subdivision Agreement for Block 403 (Inverness Way and Fortis Crescent)
• Designated 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12 as heritage properties

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss several business items including a proposed mural and a symposium. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes from April 3, 2024.

• Proposed Mural for Unite Barbershop
• DEI Symposium
• Community Engagement Opportunities and Materials

The Committee recommended moving forward with the planning of a DEI Symposium featuring committee members as panelists. Members also provided feedback on a proposed mural for Unite Barbershop and discussed expanding the Holland Street banner program.

• Adopted May 1, 2024 agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Recommended planning a DEI Symposium for later in 2024 (CARRIED)

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the April 30, 2024 Simcoe County Council meeting. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda and minutes package; no specific decisions or discussion items are listed in the provided text. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst.

• Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Simcoe County Council Chambers, 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario
• Agenda consists solely of a weblink to the County Council Agenda Packages

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to handle routine business including adopting minutes, receiving a family history submission, and receiving updates on several heritage-related items. Key discussion topics include trail and park naming, street naming policy updates, heritage property designations, and the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District.

• Discussion of heritage designations for 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12
• Update on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District
• Update on the Street Naming Policy and Street Renaming Guideline
• Subcommittee update on Trail and Park Naming
• Receipt of Downey Family History as information

The Municipal Heritage Committee approved heritage evaluations for three specific properties and recommended a public online engagement to gather suggestions for renaming three street locations. The committee also agreed to update the town website to acknowledge the Downey family's history at the Earle Rowe house and postponed the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District consultation to September.

• Approved heritage evaluations for 1641 County Road 27, 4029 Line 6, and 3423 County Road 88
• Recommended Council direct staff to conduct online public engagement for street names at SWAR, Former Sideroad 10, and Former Line 5
• Agreed to update town website with Downey family history for Earle Rowe house and submit name for street naming consideration
• Received Downey Family History information (Resolution HC-2024-44)
• Postponed Bond Head HCD public consultation to September pending further preparation
• Adopted minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting

Police Services Board

The Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board is holding a regular meeting to carry out its responsibilities under Ontario's Police Services Act, overseeing the South Simcoe Police Service. The agenda contains only procedural items, such as accessing agenda packages and minutes; no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting held at South Simcoe Police Station, 81 Melbourne Dr., Bradford, ON, and on Zoom
• Public attendance requires email request by noon the day prior
• Agenda and minutes packages available via South Simcoe Police Services website

Committee of Adjustment

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Committee of Adjustment holds a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications under the Planning Act. The committee will hear the applicants and public comments, then may decide, defer, or reserve its decision on each application. The meeting is conducted electronically via Zoom and the town's YouTube channel.

• Minor Variance D13-24-02: 47 Paisely Drive — reduce driveway parking dimension to permit 2 parked vehicles and an accessory dwelling unit (owner: Naveen & Monika Masade)
• Minor Variance D13-23-13: 32 Royal Court, Lot 31, Plan 51M285 — relief from interior side lot line setback to accommodate existing swimming pool and surround (owner: Alamoot Holdings Inc.)
• Both applications seek relief from Zoning By-law 2010-050, as amended
• Public hearing conducted electronically; no in-person attendance

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications regarding parking, accessory dwelling units, and swimming pool placement. The committee also adopted the agenda and the minutes from the March 27, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Minor Variance Application D13-24-02 for 47 Paisely Drive regarding parking and an accessory dwelling unit
• Approved Minor Variance Application D13-23-13 for 32 Royal Court regarding a swimming pool and pool surround
• Adopted April 24, 2024, agenda
• Adopted March 27, 2024, meeting minutes

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee is meeting in person to discuss several environmental items, including an update on the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan, a motion regarding free well-water testing, and recycling services for industrial, commercial and institutional sectors. The committee will also hear a presentation on the BWG Transit Master Plan and adopt minutes from a previous meeting.

• Motion to recommend Council call on Province to not phase out free well-water testing, citing ~3,200 households on private wells
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Discussion of recycling services for industrial, commercial and institutional sector, referencing County of Simcoe amendments to Ontario Regulations 391/21 and 103/94
• Presentation on BWG Transit Master Plan (Left Turn Right Turn)
• Adoption of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Bradford West Gwillimbury's Green Initiatives Advisory Committee met on April 24, 2024 and passed two resolutions recommending that Town Council call on the Province. One asks the Province not to phase out free well-water testing; the other asks for amendments to Ontario Regulations 391/21 and 103/94 so small Industrial, Commercial and Institutional locations are included in producer-responsibility recycling. The Committee also received a presentation on the BWG Transit Master Plan to 2031, which will go to Council in June, and an update on the Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Strategy. No decisions were made on the transit plan or climate strategy themselves.

• Adopted the April 24, 2024 agenda as printed (GI-2024-7, carried)
• Adopted the February 28, 2024 meeting minutes as printed (GI-2024-8, carried)
• Recommended Council call on the Province not to phase out free well-water testing (GI-2024-9, carried)
• Recommended circulating that well-water resolution to named provincial ministers and all Ontario municipalities (GI-2024-9, carried)
• Recommended Council call on the Province to amend Ontario Regulation 391/21 to include small IC&I locations as eligible recycling sources (GI-2024-10, carried)
• Recommended Council call on the Province to amend Ontario Regulation 103/94 to expand the IC&I waste regulatory framework (GI-2024-10, carried)
• Recommended Council ask Simcoe County Council to keep collecting smaller IC&I recycling if provincial rules change (GI-2024-10, carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m. (GI-2024-11, carried)

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a transit master plan update, a County Rd 4 works update, and the history of traffic signals at Holland and Barrie Streets. The agenda is largely procedural, with adoption of minutes and agenda, plus an open forum for public comments.

• BWG Transit Master Plan presentation
• County Rd 4 works update
• Holland Street and Barrie Street traffic signals history
• Adoption of March 20, 2024 minutes

The Committee recommended that Council request a staff report on pedestrian safety options for the St. Marie of the Incarnation Catholic Elementary School crosswalk. Members also reviewed updates on the BWG Transit Master Plan and Automated Speed Enforcement installation.

• Adopted April 17, 2024 agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Decided to defer action on Holland and Barrie Street traffic signals until the Holland Street Revitalization project rollout
• Recommended Council request staff report on pedestrian safety options for Colborne Street school crosswalk (CARRIED)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This regular council and committee of the whole meeting includes decisions on a draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for FNB Developments, heritage designations for two properties, and a request to assume subdivision works. Council will also receive reports on council compensation, first-quarter procurement, and the North East Tertiary Plan, plus pass several by-laws including appointments.

• Draft approval of FNB Developments subdivision (D12-22-10) and zoning amendment (D14-22-10) for Part of Lot 13, Concession 8
• Heritage designation by-laws for 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12
• Final assumption of works in Plan 51M-1178 (Cachet Estate Homes)
• By-law 2024-29 appointing Mahesh Ramdeo as Deputy CAO
• By-law 2024-30 appointing Spencer Smith as Weed Inspector

Council approved the sale of land on Line 8 to the Ministry of Transportation for the Bradford Bypass project. They also granted draft approval for a subdivision and zoning amendment by FNB Developments Inc., endorsed a new compensation model for council members, and designated two properties as heritage sites.

• Approved Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Line 8 land to Ministry of Transportation
• Granted draft approval for FNB Developments subdivision (D12-22-10) with conditions
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for Part of Lot 13, Concession 8
• Endorsed Council Compensation Committee options for council pay and mayor role
• Enacted by-laws designating 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12 as heritage properties
• Approved final assumption of works for Cachet Estate Homes Plan 51M-1178
• Passed By-law 2024-29 appointing Mahesh Ramdeo as Deputy CAO
• Passed By-law 2024-30 appointing Spencer Smith as Weed Inspector

Library Board

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board meeting on April 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Zima Room of the Library & Cultural Centre. The only listed item is a link to the agenda and minutes package; no substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda text.

• Meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Zima Room, Library & Cultural Centre, 425 Holland Street West
• Agenda item 1: Agendas and Minutes Packages (weblink provided)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the Drainage Superintendent's report, and consider new business. The main item is a recommendation to forward final engineering reports for King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 to the Township of King Council for provisional adoption on April 29, 2024, including appointing a Court of Revision.

• Recommendation to provisionally adopt King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 engineering reports at Township of King Council on April 29, 2024
• Appointment of Court of Revision members for King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 (names left blank)
• Receipt of Drainage Superintendent's Report HMDSJMSB-2024-02 dated April 4, 2024
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting

The Board recommended that the Township of King Council provisionally adopt King Drain 11 and King Drain 12. The Board also recommended three members for the associated Court of Revision. Members discussed placing cautionary buoys in the canal to mark hazards.

• Recommended provisional adoption of King Drain 11 and King Drain 12 to Township of King Council (Carried)
• Recommended William Eek, Ben Verkaik, and Dan Sopuch for the Court of Revision for King Drain 11 and 12 (Carried)
• Received Drainage Superintendent's report on drainage activities and phosphorus reduction project (Carried)
• Approved February 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Simcoe County Council

This is the agenda for the Simcoe County Council meeting on April 9, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—a link to the agenda package and general meeting information—with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed.

• Meeting date and time: Tuesday, April 09, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
• Location: Simcoe County Council Chambers, 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario
• Council represents 16 member municipalities, including Bradford West Gwillimbury
• No agenda items or attachments are provided in this document

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and February minutes, then discuss business items including a Youth Job Fair proposal, a DEI Symposium, a DEI-focused policy review, and DEI training for staff and council. The meeting also includes open forum for public comments on agenda items and announcements of library events.

• Youth Job Fair proposal (attachment DEI - Job Fair proposal.pdf)
• DEI Symposium discussion
• DEI Focused Policy Review discussion
• DEI Training for Staff and Council discussion
• Public library announcements: Ramadan Celebration, Gender Affirming Closet Pop Up, Art of Punjab Exhibit, MMIWG ceremony

The Committee reviewed proposals for a DEI-focused Youth Job Fair and a potential symposium. Members discussed policy reviews to remove bias and current DEI training for staff and Council. No formal motions were passed regarding these initiatives beyond procedural approvals.

• Adopted April 3, 2024 agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted February 7, 2024 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Tasked Committee Coordinator to inquire about creating a DEI Committee Logo

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is a regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting with several staff reports and by-laws for decision. Key items include a proposed scope change to the zoning by-law for additional dwelling units, a review of Community Infrastructure and Housing Accelerator Order requests, and motions to establish a BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee and a $50,000 annual Youth Investment Fund. Council will also consider street renaming policy changes, speed humps on Northgate Drive, and accessible taxicab agreements.

• Motion to establish BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee (10-15 members aged 12-18)
• Motion to create $50,000 annual Youth Investment Fund, including 3 x $1000 scholarships
• Report PLN-2024-14 on Community Infrastructure and Housing Accelerator Order requests (Bradford Highlands)
• Proposed scope adjustment to zoning by-law amendment for additional dwelling units (4-plexes)
• By-law 2024-27: Tree Preservation By-law; By-law 2024-26: Repeal heritage designation at 108 Moore Street

Council approved a $38,000 grant for accessible taxicabs and the formation of a BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee. Other actions included approving a new tree preservation by-law and installing speed humps on Northgate Drive.

• Approved $38,000 one-time grant for an Accessible Taxicab Grant and Marketing Agreement
• Approved formation of a BWG Youth Council Advisory Committee
• Approved installation of three speed humps on Northgate Drive
• Approved Youth Centre Recreation User Policy
• Approved Tree Preservation Bylaw (By-law 2024-27)
• Approved rezoning of 281 Barrie Street (By-law 2024-21)
• Repealed heritage designation for 108 Moore Street (By-law 2024-26)
• Amended Street Naming Policy and endorsed Street Renaming Guideline

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes and discuss several heritage-related items. Key topics include a property standards bylaw update, the heritage designation process for properties, and specific designations for 4 Mary Street, 20 & 30 Toronto Street, and 2984 Yonge Street. The committee will also review the Town's heritage planning webpage and receive updates on the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District and a trail and park naming subcommittee.

• Property Standards By-law discussion
• Heritage Properties - Designation Process Update with draft letter to property owners
• 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12 Designations
• 2984 Yonge Street designation
• Bond Head Heritage Conservation District update

The Municipal Heritage Committee received a heritage designation letter and flyer that will be mailed to property owners identified as strong candidates, targeting properties with heritage evaluation scores of 9 and above. Staff reported that designation notices for 66 Barrie Street and 1930 Line 12 had been issued, with staff reports going to the April 16, 2024 Regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting. The Committee also discussed the Town's Property Standards By-law, an update to the Town website's heritage planning page, and the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District review. The Trail and Park Naming subcommittee update was deferred to the April 25, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted the March 28, 2024 agenda as printed (HC-2024-38, carried)
• Adopted the January 25, 2024 minutes as printed (HC-2024-39, carried)
• Received the heritage designation letter and flyer for circulation to property owners (HC-2024-40, carried)
• Deferred the Trail and Park Naming subcommittee update to the April 25, 2024 meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:02 p.m. (HC-2024-41, carried)

Police Services Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Bradford West Gwillimbury/Innisfil Police Services Board. The agenda contains only a link to agenda packages and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Committee of Adjustment

This is a procedural meeting of the Committee of Adjustment with no substantive agenda items listed. The agenda contains only boilerplate elements such as video links and document placeholders.

The Committee deferred a minor variance application and a consent application regarding the creation of new lots at 108 Moore Street. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Deferred Minor Variance Application D13-24-01 for 108 Moore Street
• Deferred Consent Application D10-24-02 for 108 Moore Street

Simcoe County Council

This is a regular Simcoe County Council meeting held on the 4th Tuesday of the month. The agenda as provided contains only boilerplate procedural information and a link to the full agenda package on the County website. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the text.

• Meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024, 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the County Administration Centre.
• Six member municipalities are represented by BWG's Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
• The full agenda and minutes are available via a weblink to the County of Simcoe's website.
• No attachments or specific agenda items are included in the provided text.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee will discuss a staff report on Northgate Drive traffic and consider possible mitigation efforts on the west end. The committee may also approve an operational review of roads around Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School. Other business includes street light illumination in Veteran's Park/Summerlyn Subdivision and traffic congestion at Tim Horton's Plaza on West Park Avenue.

• Northgate Drive Review (TR-2024-2) — staff report with traffic counts and discussion history
• Possible mitigation efforts on the west end of Northgate Drive
• Operational review of roadways surrounding Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School
• Street light illumination issue in Veteran's Park/Summerlyn Subdivision
• Traffic congestion at Tim Horton's Plaza, West Park Avenue south of Holland Street

The Committee recommended that Council approve three speed humps on Northgate Drive and an operational review of roads near Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School. It also requested a report on lighting options for Alan Kuzmich parkette. Staff provided updates on street lighting maintenance and pedestrian walkway designs.

• Recommended Council approve three speed humps on Northgate Drive (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve operational review of roadways near Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School (Carried)
• Recommended Council request staff report on lighting options and costs for Alan Kuzmich parkette (Carried)
• Adopted agenda dated March 20, 2024 (Carried)
• Adopted February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will decide on a zoning by-law amendment for 281 Barrie Street, approve a new Public Complaints Policy, and consider cost estimates for additional lighting and guardrails on the South West Arterial Road. The meeting also includes receiving reports on drinking water and wastewater system compliance for 2023, and passing several by-laws including those for Holland Marsh environmental projects.

• Zoning by-law amendment vote for 281 Barrie Street
• Approval of Public Complaints Policy and Procedure
• Cost estimates for additional lighting, guiderails, and signage relocation on SWAR
• By-laws for Holland Marsh Riparian Buffers and Aquatic Vegetation Removal funding agreements
• Recommendation for three speed humps on Veterans Drive and traffic calming study for Miller Park corridor

Council approved a site-specific zoning by-law amendment for 281 Barrie Street and adopted a new Public Complaint Policy effective April 15, 2024. The body also authorized funding for street lighting on the South West Arterial Road and approved several transfer payment agreements for Holland Marsh projects.

• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for 281 Barrie Street (CARRIED)
• Approved Public Complaint Policy effective April 15, 2024 (CARRIED)
• Approved $78,000 for street lighting at Sideroad 10 and Line 5 plus $18,000 in admin fees (CARRIED)
• Approved Option 2 for additional SWAR guiderails (CARRIED)
• Approved three speed humps on Veterans Drive north of Holy Trinity Catholic High School (CARRIED)
• Approved funding agreements for Holland Marsh Riparian Buffers and Aquatic Vegetation Removal (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to investigate traffic calming for Miller Park and Blue Dasher Boulevard (CARRIED)
• Endorsed resolutions regarding municipal insurance costs and a Municipal Equipment Operator Course (CARRIED)

Library Board

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion. The meeting is open to the public.

Simcoe County Council

This is a regular meeting of Simcoe County Council, which includes representatives from 16 member municipalities including Bradford West Gwillimbury. The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision. No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or other substantive matters are listed.

• Meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Council Chambers.
• Agenda includes only a link to the County Council Agenda Packages webpage.
• No attachments or specific agenda items are provided in this document.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed $38,000 grant for an accessible taxicab agreement, a facilities accessibility audit, and presentations on transit and housing. The committee will also consider adopting previous meeting minutes and receiving correspondence on chronic pain treatment support.

• Proposed $38,000 grant for an Accessible Taxicab Grant and Marketing Agreement (CLK-2024-4)
• Presentation on Left Turn Right Turn - BWG Transit Master Plan
• Presentation by Daniela Pethick on Accessible Housing
• Discussion of Accessibility Facility Audit Enhancements (CLK-2024-3)
• Discussion of On-Street Accessible Parking Spaces

The Committee recommended that Council approve a one-time $38,000 grant for an accessible taxicab agreement and initiate two procurement opportunities. It also recommended that accessibility enhancement findings for Town facilities be sent to relevant departments for review.

• Approved request for Council to execute two procurement opportunities for accessible taxicab agreements
• Approved request for Council to provide a one-time $38,000 grant for an 'Accessible Taxicab Grant and Marketing Agreement'
• Approved request for Council to approve a secondary 'Accessible Taxicab Marketing Agreement' process
• Approved circulating BWG Facilities Accessibility Enhancements report to Town departments for review
• Adopted March 11, 2024 agenda
• Adopted December 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Municipality of Calvin resolution on Chronic Pain Treatment Support for information

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda contains only technical elements such as video links, embedded content areas, and system metadata. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council will consider several staff reports and recommendations, including an update on the Official Plan growth management to 2051, a temporary patio program, a taxicab fare review, and a community support policy update. The meeting also includes receiving two petitions (pickleball courts and Wood Crescent repaving), a request to extend draft plan approval for a subdivision at 690 Simcoe Road, and a motion to establish a school safety partnership committee.

• Petition with 199 signatures for additional pickleball courts and hours
• Petition with 44 signatures for repaving Wood Crescent
• Request for 3-year extension of draft plan approval for subdivision at 690 Simcoe Road (D12-23-08)
• Official Plan Update – Growth Management to 2051, including employment lands review and RFP for consulting services
• Draft by-law amendment for taxicab fare review (ENF-2024-3)

Bradford West Gwillimbury council passed By-law 2024-13 appointing an Integrity Commissioner and endorsed a Municipal and Education Partnership Committee with local school boards. Council also authorized a taxicab fare by-law amendment, approved revisions to the Community Support Program and Policy, and endorsed Option 1 of the Temporary Patio Program. A request to extend draft plan approval for a subdivision at 690 Simcoe Road was deferred to March 19, 2024.

• Passed By-law 2024-13 appointing an Integrity Commissioner (carried)
• Endorsed Municipal and Education Partnership Committee with school boards (carried)
• Authorized draft by-law amendment for taxicab fare review (carried)
• Approved revisions to Community Support Program and Policy (carried)
• Endorsed Option 1 of Temporary Patio Program; staff report on patios in 2025 (carried)
• Deferred subdivision draft plan approval extension at 690 Simcoe Road to March 19, 2024 (carried)
• Received petitions on additional pickleball courts and Wood Crescent repaving as information (carried)
• Requested staff update on Gravel Road Conversion Framework and review of private event policies (carried)

Appeals Tribunal

The Bradford West Gwillimbury Appeals Tribunal met on March 4, 2024, to adopt the agenda and minutes from May 24, 2023, and to review policies and procedures relating to the Appeal Tribunal. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or financial items were discussed.

• Adoption of agenda as printed
• Adoption of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting
• Refresher training on Appeal Tribunal policies and procedures

Green Initiatives Advisory Committee

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss environmental items, including a recommendation that Council adopt a Public Tree Protection By-Law. The committee will also hear a presentation on environmental mitigation during winter operations and receive an update on the Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan. Other business includes correspondence on a Plant Based Treaty and committee membership.

• Recommendation to adopt Public Tree Protection By-Law (Report PP 2024 01)
• Presentation on Environmental Mitigation Measures During Winter Operations
• Climate Change Mitigation Master Plan update
• Correspondence regarding Plant Based Treaty
• Adoption of November 22, 2023 meeting minutes

The Green Initiatives Advisory Committee recommended that Council adopt a new Public Tree Protection By-Law. The committee also recommended adding Ben Bartosik as an environmental resource member. Staff provided updates on winter environmental mitigation and the Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Strategy.

• Recommended Council adopt the Public Tree Protection By-Law (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council approve Ben Bartosik as an environmental resource member (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council amend committee terms of reference to include the new liaison (CARRIED)
• Adopted February 28, 2024 agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted November 22, 2023 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Received Plant Based Treaty correspondence for information (CARRIED)

Special Council - Public Planning Meeting

Council holds a statutory public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment and plan of subdivision application by Mod-Aire Homes Limited for Block 107, Plan 51M-271. No decision will be made tonight; staff will consider public comments before issuing a recommendation report.

• Application D12-23-09 and D14-23-13 for Tuscany Enclaves by Mod-Aire Homes Limited
• Zoning By-law 2010-050 amendment and draft plan of subdivision for Block 107, Plan 51M-271
• Public comments accepted in writing until Council decision date
• Council will not vote tonight; matter referred back to staff for recommendation

Council held a statutory public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for Mod-Aire Homes Limited at Block 107, Plan 51M-271. Council made no decision on the application; it received the staff report and public comments and referred the matter back to staff for a further recommendation report. Residents raised concerns including buffer zones, construction timing, noise, dust, traffic, parking, density, and emergency access. Council also enacted By-law 2024-12 confirming the proceedings and adjourned at 8:42 p.m.

• Received Report PLN-2024-6 on zoning amendment D14-23-13 and draft plan of subdivision D12-23-13 (Carried)
• No decision made on the Mod-Aire Homes zoning amendment or subdivision application; referred back to staff for a further recommendation report
• Received written and public meeting comments; directed Community Planning to consider and address them in its recommendation report (Carried)
• Adopted the February 27, 2024 Special Council agenda as printed (Carried)
• Enacted By-law 2024-12 confirming proceedings of the February 27, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:42 p.m.

Simcoe County Council

This is a procedural meeting of Simcoe County Council with no specific decisions or discussions detailed in the agenda. The agenda contains only a link to the full package and standard administrative information.

Library Board

This is a procedural meeting of the BWG Public Library Board. The agenda contains only a link to the full agenda package and no specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

• No rezonings, contracts, dollar amounts, or public hearings are mentioned in the agenda text

Municipal Heritage Committee

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss several traffic-related items, including a traffic mitigation survey draft, a review of Northgate Drive, and potential amendments to the Community Safety Zones By-law. The committee will also consider development at the Bond Head southeast corner and traffic issues on Fletcher Street, Sutherland Avenue, and Miller Park Avenue.

• Traffic Mitigation Survey Draft Guidelines presented by Arcadis IBI Group
• Bond Head Development Southeast Corner discussion
• Traffic Mitigation on Fletcher Street
• Community Safety Zones By-Law 2013-58 Amendment adding Veterans Street from West Park Avenue to Melbourne Drive as a safety zone anytime
• Northgate Drive Review (Report TR-2024-2) with possible mitigation efforts and operational review of roads near Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School

The Committee recommended that Council install three speed humps on Veterans Drive and expand the Community Safety Zones By-law. It also requested a holistic traffic calming investigation for specific corridors including Melbourne Avenue and Blue Dasher Boulevard.

• Recommended Council approve three speed humps on Veterans Drive north of Holy Trinity Catholic High School (Carried)
• Recommended adding Veterans Street from West Park Avenue to Melbourne Drive to Community Safety Zones By-law 2013-58 (Carried)
• Recommended Council request staff investigate holistic traffic calming for Melbourne Avenue to Sideroad 10 and Blue Dasher Boulevard from Langford Boulevard to Summerlyn Trail (Carried)
• Adopted January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Deferred Bridge Street and Dissette Street item to a future meeting
• Deferred Northgate Drive Review (Report TR-2024-2) to March 20, 2024 (Carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will decide on two Downtown Community Improvement Plan grants totaling $43,058.75 for Decano Meats and a Yousif property, and will direct staff to draft a zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units in response to Bill 23. Other items include receiving annual reports on enforcement, building permits, and low-volume urban roads, and considering a new Delegation of Authority By-law.

• Approve $36,358.75 Downtown CIP grant for Decano Meats at 95 Holland Street West, Unit 6
• Approve $6,700.00 Downtown CIP supplemental grant for Yousif at 19 Holland Street East
• Direct staff to draft zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units per Bill 23 (Option C)
• Approve new Delegation of Authority By-law (LEG-2024-3)
• Approve additional $15,500 for Bond Head Heritage Conservation District Plan

Council approved two Downtown Community Improvement Plan grants totaling $43,058.75 and directed staff to draft a zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units. The board also passed a by-law for temporary road closures during special events.

• Approved $36,358.75 grant for Decano Meats at 95 Holland Street West
• Approved $6,700.00 supplemental grant for Yousif at 19 Holland Street East
• Directed staff to draft zoning by-law amendment for accessory dwelling units (Option C)
• Passed By-law 2024-10 for temporary road closures for special events
• Referred SWAR lighting and guiderail report back to staff for further options
• Approved funding for Bond Head Heritage Conservation District from existing $75,000 budget
• Endorsed 30% Detailed Design (option 1B) for Town Hall Project
• Requested staff report on options to complete Prince Drive

Simcoe County Council

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no specific items listed. The council typically meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from +VG Architects on the Town Hall Project's conceptual planning. The committee will consider a recommendation to endorse staff moving ahead with 30% detailed design. The agenda also includes the adoption of previous meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Presentation by Tom Wilson, Partner, +VG Architects on the Town Hall Project
• Report PP-2024-1: Town Hall Project – Conceptual Planning Summary
• Recommendation to endorse staff moving ahead with 30% Detailed Design
• Adoption of minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting
• Appendices include functional program, building models, cost estimates, and financial analyses

The Strategic Projects Advisory Committee received a conceptual planning summary for the Town Hall Development Plan. The committee endorsed staff to proceed with 30% Detailed Design using option 1B as the preferred choice.

• Adopted February 12, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted November 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Endorsed staff to move ahead with 30% Detailed Design for Town Hall Project using option 1B (Carried)

Holland Marsh Board

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board will receive a presentation on the Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction Project from the Ontario Clean Water Agency. The board will also consider minutes from its December 14, 2023 meeting and a report from the Drainage Superintendent.

• Presentation on Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction Project by Ontario Clean Water Agency
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting
• Report HMDSJMSB-2024-01 from Drainage Superintendent

The Board received a presentation from the Ontario Clean Water Agency regarding a phosphorus reduction research study. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Received presentation on Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Reduction Project for information
• Approved minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting
• Received Drainage Superintendent's report HMDSJMSB-2024-01 for information

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee will consider supporting resolutions from other municipalities regarding Ontario Works financial assistance rates and a guaranteed livable income, and will receive a resolution on the homelessness crisis for information. The committee will also discuss UNESCO's Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities and a recommendation to Council on engaging Black and racialized communities for the town's Mural Program.

• Support for Town of Orangeville resolution on Ontario Works financial assistance rates
• Support for Prince Edward County resolution on guaranteed livable income
• Receipt of Town of Aurora resolution on homelessness crisis for information
• Discussion of UNESCO's Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities
• Recommendation to Council on BIPOC art murals and sculptures

The committee recommended that the Strategic Projects Advisory Committee seek DEI input for the town's Mural Program. It also requested a report on costs to expand the Holland Street banner program to include multicultural themes.

• Recommended that the Strategic Projects Advisory Committee seek DEI Advisory Committee input for the town's Mural Program (Carried)
• Requested Council ask staff to report on costs and opportunities to expand the Holland Street banner program to reflect multicultural and DEI themes (Carried)
• Adopted the February 7, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted the January 3, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received correspondence from Town of Orangeville regarding Ontario Works Financial Assistance rates for information (Carried)
• Received correspondence from Prince Edward County regarding Guaranteed Livable Income for information (Carried)
• Received correspondence from Town of Aurora regarding the Homelessness Crisis for information (Carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

Council will consider a new Fees and Charges By-law (2024-08) setting fees for 2024-2026, approve road closures for special events, and appoint an Integrity Commissioner. They will also receive reports on procurement policy updates, council remuneration, and budget timelines for 2025-2026.

• By-law 2024-08 – Fees and Charges By-law (2024-2026)
• 2024 road closures for special events (report REC-2024-1)
• Appointment of Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner (report CLK-2024-2)
• Procurement policy update (report LEG-2024-2)
• 2023 Council Remuneration report (FIN 2024-03)

Council appointed Principles Integrity as the Town's Integrity Commissioner through December 31, 2027. The body also enacted a new procurement policy and approved the 2024 road closures for special events.

• Appointed Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner through Dec 31, 2027
• Enacted Procurement Policy LEG-001 effective Feb 12, 2024
• Approved 2024 road closures for special events
• Passed By-law 2024-08 regarding Fees and Charges
• Approved 2025 & 2026 budget timelines and meeting schedules
• Requested Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery review MFIPPA
• Directed Clerk to amend by-laws for Library Board vacancy without new appointment
• Requested staff report on school facility scheduling and programming opportunities

Simcoe County Council

This meeting agenda contains only boilerplate information about the council's regular meeting time and location. No specific items, reports, votes, or public hearings are listed for consideration.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage-related items. Key business includes reviewing a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for 1930 Line 12 and discussing Heritage Week activities from February 19 to 25, 2024. The committee will also consider a public process for renaming streets and receive updates on listed heritage properties and trail/park naming subcommittees.

• 1930 Line 12 Heritage Designation - Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report (CHER)
• Heritage Week (February 19 to 25, 2024)
• BWG Designated Properties - Current Conditions
• Public Process for Renaming Streets
• Subcommittee Updates - Listed Heritage Properties Review and Trail and Park Naming

The Municipal Heritage Committee recommended that Council support sending letters to property owners about potentially designating 115 listed heritage properties, while directing staff to finalize the Bond Head Heritage Conservation District process for 45 of those properties. The committee also recommended removing 53 properties from the Municipal List of Heritage Properties. Separately, the committee recommended Council request a proclamation for 2024 Ontario Heritage Week (February 19-25) and recommended proceeding with an intent to designate 1930 Line 12 at the property owner's request. All resolutions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Recommended Council request proclamation for 2024 Ontario Heritage Week (Feb 19-25) (carried)
• Recommended intent to designate 1930 Line 12 at property owner's request (carried)
• Recommended Council support letters to owners of 115 listed heritage properties regarding potential designation, except those in Bond Head (carried)
• Directed staff to finalize Bond Head Heritage Conservation District process for 45 properties (carried)
• Agreed 53 properties with no exterior cultural heritage value should be removed from Municipal List of Heritage Properties (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 23, 2023 meeting (carried)
• Adopted January 25, 2024 agenda as printed (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider a consent application to sever a 1.24 Ha parcel from an 82.88 Ha agricultural property. The purpose is to separate a residence surplus to a farming operation after a farm consolidation. The meeting is conducted electronically with no in-person attendance.

• Consent application D10-23-06 to sever 1.24 Ha (3.067 Ac) from 82.88 Ha (204.75 Ac) at 2186 Line 13
• Owner: Julie Neto; Agent: Stacey Williams, HBR Planning Centre
• Property zoned Agricultural 'A'
• Public hearing under the Planning Act with 20-day appeal period to Ontario Land Tribunal

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application to sever a 1.24 Ha parcel from an Agricultural “A” zoned landholding. The severance is intended for a residence surplus to a farming operation following a farm consolidation.

• Approved Minor Variance Application D10-23-06 for lot severance at 2186 Line 13

Strategic Projects Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Strategic Projects Advisory Committee meeting on January 22, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Police Services Board

The agenda contains only procedural items; no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

Community and Traffic Safety Committee

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend traffic safety measures, including a new crossing and radar camera on Veterans Street, as well as pedestrian safety and intersection concerns. The agenda includes several business items and one staff report with recommendations, but most items are listed without detailed discussion points.

• Staff report TR-2024-1 recommends a Level 2 Type D crossing at Veterans Street and Blackwell Crescent intersection
• Radar speed camera to be moved to Veterans Street
• Discussion on pedestrian safety at Miller Park and Langford
• Discussion on Line 4 and Sideroad 5 intersection
• Discussion on Line 9 and Sideroad 5 intersection

The Community and Traffic Safety Committee approved several recommendations for Council regarding traffic mitigation, including lane narrowing studies, intersection safety upgrades, and speed enforcement measures. The committee also received a report on speed mitigation for Veterans Street and reviewed resident concerns regarding pedestrian safety and traffic volume at various town locations.

• Recommended lane narrowing study for multiple major streets (Carried)
• Recommended flashing stop signs at Line 9 and Sideroad 5 (Carried)
• Requested staff report on Northgate Drive traffic safety (Carried)
• Recommended Level 2 Type D crossing at Veterans St/Blackwell Cres (Carried)
• Recommended moving radar speed camera to Veterans Street (Carried)
• Recommended 'no-left turn' signs at Holy Trinity High School exit (Carried)
• Adopted January 17, 2024 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted November 15, 2023 minutes (Carried)

Regular Council and Committee of the Whole

This is the agenda for the January 16, 2024 Regular Council and Committee of the Whole meeting. Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for Block 404 on Plan 51M-1063, approve community grants, and pass several by-laws, including a temporary borrowing by-law and a license agreement with Bradford Sports Dome Inc. A closed session will precede the public meeting to discuss litigation and land matters.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Block 404, Plan 51M-1063 (D14-23-14) – approval recommended with Holding (H1) provision
• Grants totaling $18,100 to 11 community organizations (e.g., Bradford Air Cadets $2,500, Bradford Board of Trade $5,000)
• By-law 2024-04 – Temporary Borrowing By-law to meet current expenditures
• By-law 2024-06 – License agreement with Bradford Sports Dome Inc. for facility at 2971 Sideroad 10
• Closed session items: Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal (3369 Line 13), land acquisition/disposition, South West Arterial Road expropriation

Council approved the purchase of 3158 Line 6 and a zoning by-law amendment for Block 404 on Plan 51M-1063. The 2024 Library Draft Budget was amended to add a custodian and remove specific reserve contributions. Council also approved grants for 11 community organizations and passed several operational by-laws.

• Approved Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 3158 Line 6
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for Block 404 on Plan 51M-1063 with modifications
• Amended 2024 Library Draft Budget to add a custodian ($15,838) and remove Parking Lot ($25,000) and Facilities Trust ($10,000) reserve contributions
• Approved grants to 11 community organizations totaling $17,600
• Endorsed Minister’s Zoning Order Request Protocol with a $5,000 fee
• Passed By-law 2024-03 appointing Dennis Tang as Building Inspector
• Passed By-law 2024-06 for a license agreement with Bradford Sports Dome Inc.
• Resolved to support the return of School Resource Officers to the school system

Library Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Board. The agenda contains only a link to the agenda package and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

This is a special council meeting focused on budget deliberations for 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items, decisions, or proposals listed.

Simcoe County Council

The provided document contains only the meeting header and administrative information. There are no specific legislative items, proposals, or discussions listed in the agenda text.

Special Council Budget Deliberations

Special Council meets to deliberate the 2024 Draft Budget. The recommended base budget includes an overall property tax increase of 3.98%, or $205.55 per year for the average home. The meeting may continue into a second day if needed.

• 2024 Draft Budget (Report FIN-2024-1) with 3.98% property tax increase
• Average home tax increase of $205.55 per year
• Budget presentation schedule
• Confirming by-law 2024-01

The Special Council received the 2024 Draft Budget, which includes a 3.98% property tax increase ($205.55 per year for the average home). Council passed 39 resolutions amending the draft budget, including adding new staff positions, adjusting capital projects, and changing revenue assumptions. The Library Budget Deliberations were deferred to a later meeting.

• Received 2024 Draft Budget with 3.98% tax increase ($205.55/yr avg home)
• Deferred Library Budget Deliberations to Jan 16 meeting
• Added Senior Financial Analyst ($33,977) replacing Capital Asset Budget Clerk
• Added Director of Infrastructure Services ($236,910) funded partly by user rates
• Added Deputy Clerk ($98,014) and GIS Technician ($90,156)
• Added Parks Operator ($90,081) and Facilities Supervisor ($135,313)
• Reduced Holland Street East/West capital project by $9,500,000
• Enacted By-law 2024-01 to confirm meeting proceedings

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a change of committee name, BIPOC art murals and sculptures, naming conventions for parks and streets, community engagement, and Black History Month. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and correspondence from other municipalities on Ontario Works financial assistance rates and guaranteed livable income.

• Discussion on changing the committee's name
• Discussion on BIPOC art murals and sculptures
• Discussion on naming conventions of parks and streets
• Correspondence from Town of Orangeville on Ontario Works Financial Assistance Rates
• Correspondence from County of Prince Edward on Guaranteed Livable Income

The committee voted to request that Council change the committee's name from 'Diversity Equity and Inclusiveness' to 'Diversity Equity and Inclusion'. Members discussed BIPOC art representation and inclusive naming policies for parks and streets.

• Adopted January 3, 2024 agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted November 1, 2023 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Requested Council approve name change to 'Diversity Equity and Inclusion' (CARRIED)