Bradford West Gwillimbury public meetings in 2024
70 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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)
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.
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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.
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
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
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
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
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.
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
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
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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