Brockton public meetings in 2022
50 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments (Z-2022-114 Hill and Z-2022-101 Albadon), approve accounts totaling $562,172.16, and pass several by-laws including the 2023 interim tax levy and borrowing for current expenditures. The agenda also includes reports on Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act), building activity, water/wastewater operations, and a public notification about the Recreation Master Plan survey. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, land, and legal matters.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2022-114 (Hill) - By-Law 2022-177
- Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2022-101 (Albadon) - By-Law 2022-178
- By-Law 2022-180 - 2023 Interim Tax Levy
- By-Law 2022-179 - Borrowing to Meet Current Expenditures for 2023
- Accounts payable totaling $562,172.16
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business including minutes, financial reports, and appointments. Key discussion items include the Armoury Building re-zoning application, a proposed colour change at Cargill House, and window replacement at Victoria Jubilee Hall.
- Armoury Building re-zoning application (By-Law 2022-157)
- Cargill House colour change discussion
- Window replacement at Victoria Jubilee Hall
- 2023 budget review
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11
Council Meeting
Brockton Council will hold public meetings for four zoning by-law amendments (Z-2022-041, Z-2022-099, Z-2022-098, Z-2022-094) and consider several reports, including a request from the Walkerton Capitals Jr. C Hockey Club for a refund on ice time, RFP results for a recreation master plan, and year-end surplus/deficit transfers. The council will also vote on multiple by-laws, including a new cemetery by-law, a code of conduct policy, and committee appointments, and will enter closed session for personnel and land matters.
- Public meetings for zoning amendments Z-2022-041 (Hickey), Z-2022-099 (Threndyle), Z-2022-098 (Martin), Z-2022-094 (Derible)
- Walkerton Capitals Jr. C Hockey Club delegation requesting refund on ice time
- Accounts payable totaling $1,883,550.95
- By-Law 2022-132: Cemetery By-Law approval
- By-Law 2022-170: Rodenhiser Agreement of Purchase and Sale
Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting with a closed session for a council orientation session. The only substantive item is a confirmatory by-law to adopt the proceedings. No decisions or discussions on policy, projects, or finances are listed on the public agenda.
- Closed session for council orientation/training
- By-Law 2022-165 - November 16, 2022 Confirmatory By-Law
Council Meeting
This is the inaugural meeting of Brockton Council following the 2022 municipal election, where newly elected officials will take their declarations of office. Council will also receive reports on the year-end strategic action plan, a recently approved Minister's Zoning Order for the East Ridge Business Park, and Truth and Reconciliation actions, plus consider a by-law appointing the Committee of Adjustment.
- Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) approved for East Ridge Business Park (O. Reg. 515/22)
- Strategic Action Plan year-end update report
- Truth and Reconciliation actions update
- By-Law 2022-163 to appoint Committee of Adjustment
- R.O.M.A. 2023 Conference attendance (Jan 22-24, 2023, Toronto)
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider several by-laws and reports, including a zoning amendment for the Armoury Building, a site plan agreement for 50 Ontario Road, and the 2023 fees and charges. The meeting also includes a public meeting under the Planning Act, recognition of outgoing council members, and a closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2022-105 for Armoury Building
- 50 Ontario Road Site Plan Control Agreement
- 2023 Proposed Fees and Charges By-Law 2022-160
- PerfectMind Software 5-year contract extension (By-Law 2022-159)
- Accounts totaling $1,809,746.54
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider one minor variance application (A-2022-066) and to approve the minutes from its September 6, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a planning report and a notice of decision for the application, but no other substantive items are listed.
- Minor variance application A-2022-066 (Koebel) with planning report and notice of decision
- Approval of Committee of Adjustment minutes from September 6, 2022
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business: approving minutes, reviewing accounts, and receiving reports. They will also discuss the 2023 budget, a false alarm report, court security, an anti-impaired driving campaign, and a joint online auction with Kincardine for unclaimed OPP items.
- Accounts 08/31/22 to 09/15/22: $-4,005.84
- Accounts 09/15/22 to 10/05/22: $208,678.13
- September 2022 False Alarm Report
- 2023 Budget discussion (2022 PSB Budget attached for reference)
- Joint online auction with Municipality of Kincardine PSB for unclaimed OPP items
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider zoning by-law amendments for properties owned by Dayman and Schmidt, approve accounts totaling $4,194,432.27, and receive updates on the 2023 OPP annual billing, the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, and a proposed trail in the Walker Hill Subdivision. The agenda also includes several by-laws, including amendments to the OMERS participation, traffic and parking, and municipal vehicle use policy, as well as appointments and recognitions.
- Zoning By-Law Amendments Z-2022-047 (Dayman) and Z-2022-043 (Schmidt) with public meetings at 7:30 p.m.
- Accounts totaling $4,194,432.27
- 2023 OPP Annual Billing report
- By-law 2022-153 to amend Traffic and Parking By-law (Creighton Road stop sign)
- South Bruce Grey Health Centre update including temporary closure of Chesley Hospital Emergency Department
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a rezoning application for the Armoury Building at 215 Jane Street, training, plaques, and the 2023 budget. They will also review the September financial report and correspondence.
- Rezoning application for 215 Jane St (Armoury Building) with site plan and reference plan
- September 2022 financial report
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11
- 2023 budget discussion (2022 budget attached for reference)
- OnLand training and cloud-based photo transfer system
Council Meeting
Brockton Council meets electronically to hear a delegation on homelessness response from Bruce and Grey County officials, and to consider a municipal response to encampments. Council will also vote on several by-laws, including appointing an integrity commissioner, adopting 2021 financial statements, and updating personnel policies. The agenda includes a closed session for land disposition, litigation, and drainage matters.
- Delegation on homelessness response from Bruce County Housing, YMCA, and Grey County
- Report on municipal response to encampments
- Accounts payable totaling $543,563.37
- By-Law 2022-144: Amended Canada Community Revitalization Fund contribution agreement for The Market Garden
- By-Law 2022-145: Adopt 2021 financial statements
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business: approving minutes, reviewing accounts payable, and receiving reports on false alarms, finances, and the OPP detachment commander's activities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Accounts totaling $625,393.39 across five periods from June 1 to August 31, 2022
- False alarm reports for June, July, and August 2022
- June, July, and August 2022 financial reports
- Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce coordinator report and 2022 donation letter
- April to June 2022 detachment revenues
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business: adopting prior minutes, reviewing financial reports from April through August 2022, and discussing ongoing projects. Notable items include a donation inquiry about a R. Truax booklet, heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11, and a request for Victoria Jubilee Hall porch and stair replacement.
- Donation inquiry regarding R. Truax booklet and dealer's price list
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11 — updated design review
- Victoria Jubilee Hall porch and stair replacement request
- Financial reports for April–August 2022
- Indigenous recognition discussion for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Council Meeting
Brockton Council meets electronically to review the 2021 year-end financial statements, consider new Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grant programs, and discuss several service agreements and policies. The agenda includes reports from staff, a delegation on draft financial statements, and a closed session for confidential matters.
- 2021 Municipal Year End financial report and draft financial statements
- New Brockton CIP programs including Accessibility Improvement Grant, Environmental Stewardship and Energy Efficiency Program, Façade Improvement Grant, Farm Gate Improvement Grant, Signage Improvement Grant, and Vacant and Underutilized Properties Conversion or Expansion Program
- Carreiro Limited Services Agreement and related By-Law 2022-140
- Accounts totaling $2,100,420.64
- By-Law 2022-138 to amend Procedural By-Law for Land Acknowledgement
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider one minor variance application (A-2022-035) and to accept the minutes from its July 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a planning report and decision sheet for the application, but no other substantive items are listed.
- Minor Variance Application A-2022-035 (Carreiro) with planning report and decision sheet
- Acceptance of Committee of Adjustment Minutes - July 12, 2022
Council Meeting
Brockton Council meets electronically to consider a full agenda including reports on child care funding, a sign variance, a limiting distance agreement, and several policy updates. Council will vote on multiple by-laws covering property, signage, cemetery rules, and personnel policies, and will approve accounts totaling $2,100,420.64. A closed session is scheduled for labour, litigation, and negotiation matters.
- Accounts payable of $2,100,420.64
- By-Law 2022-128: Declare property within East Ridge Business Park surplus
- By-Law 2022-130: Sign variance for 206 Durham Street East, Walkerton
- By-Law 2022-131: Limiting distance agreement for 217 and 219 Irishwood Lane
- By-Law 2022-132: New Cemetery By-law
Council Meeting
Brockton Council meets electronically to consider a range of reports and by-laws, including an updated Community Improvement Plan, several tender awards, and a new pound services agreement. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss employee retention, land acquisition for the East Ridge Business Park, and other confidential matters.
- Community Improvement Plan update and by-law 2022-121
- Zettler Municipal Drain tender acceptance by-law 2022-122
- Market Garden Park construction tender acceptance by-law 2022-124
- Pound services agreement with Walkerton-Hanover Veterinary Clinic by-law 2022-123
- Accounts payable totaling $2,783,401.31
Council Meeting
The Brockton Council meeting on July 19, 2022, is largely procedural, with agenda acceptance, declarations of interest, and a confirmatory by-law. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss offers to purchase the Armoury Building, covering land acquisition/disposition and negotiation strategy. No other business items are listed.
- Closed session on Armoury Building offers to purchase
- By-Law 2022-120 confirmatory by-law for July 19, 2022 meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider two minor variance applications and to approve the minutes from its June 7, 2022 meeting. The committee will hear planning reports from Bruce County planners on applications A-2022-030 (Hunt) and A-2022-023 (Sprucedale Agromart), and may issue decisions.
- Minor Variance Application A-2022-030 (Hunt) - planning report and notice of decision
- Minor Variance Application A-2022-023 (Sprucedale Agromart) - planning report and notice of decision
- Approval of Committee of Adjustment minutes from June 7, 2022
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business, including a closed session to discuss false alarm appeals and a survey submission to the OPP due June 30, 2022. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Closed session under Police Services Act for false alarm appeals
- Section 10 Police Services Board Survey submission due June 30, 2022
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including several site plan control agreements, by-laws for various policies and agreements, and reports on operations and funding. The agenda includes public meetings, delegations, and a closed session for confidential matters. Decisions will be made on items such as the Fenwick/Walker West apartments, East Ridge Storage, and an EV charging station agreement.
- Site Plan Control Agreements for Fenwick Inc. Walker West Apartments Block 48 and 2495535 Ontario Inc. East Ridge Storage Site
- By-laws for West Grey Joint Operation of Elmwood Fire Department Agreement and Zettler Municipal Drain
- Tender results for Concession 14E rehabilitation and Saugeen River Crossing watermain replacement
- Accounts totaling $757,979.04
- Public meeting notice for Zoning By-Law Housekeeping Amendment Z-2022-059
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business: approving accounts, adopting prior minutes, and receiving reports from the O.P.P. detachment commander and on finances, false alarms, and an anti-impaired driving campaign. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Accounts 05/20/22 to 06/02/22 - $203,644.36
- Accounts 05/05/22 to 05/20/22 - $62.16
- May 2022 False Alarm Report
- Anti-Impaired Driving Campaign letter to Walkerton businesses
- O.P.P. Detachment Commander's Report - May 2022
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to decide on a zoning by-law amendment, approve tender results for water infrastructure projects, and consider several policy by-laws. They will also discuss a motion on Bill 109, receive updates from staff, and enter closed session to discuss land acquisition and staffing.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2022-027 (Markandu) - By-Law 2022-086
- Tender results for North Water Tower Rehabilitation and Ferric Chloride Storage Tank replacement
- Accounts totaling $797,943.76
- Land disposition notice for East Ridge Business Park in Walkerton
- Closed session on Armoury Building Proposal and staffing update
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment meets electronically to consider two planning matters: a minor variance application (A-2022-013) involving Schneider, and a fence variance request for 11 Bill Street. The committee will also accept minutes from its April 12, 2022 meeting.
- Minor variance application A-2022-013 (Schneider) with planning report and decision sheet
- Fence variance request for 11 Bill Street with planning report
- Acceptance of Committee of Adjustment minutes from April 12, 2022
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business including adopting minutes, reviewing financial reports, and discussing ongoing heritage projects. Key items include the recently approved Heritage Building Plaque Policy, design of plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11, and beginning considerations for recognizing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The committee will also discuss a donation inquiry and potential additions to the Heritage Storymap.
- By-Law 2022-048 adopting Heritage Building Plaque Policy (approved by Council April 12, 2022)
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11 design review
- Donation inquiry: R. Truax Booklet and Dealer's Price List
- Indigenous recognition discussion for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Sept 30)
- Heritage Storymap additions for plaqued properties
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting electronically on May 24, 2022, to consider a wide range of reports and by-laws. Key items include adopting the Asset Management Plan, an encampment by-law, an agreement with CompuCom for IT services, and amendments to traffic, parking, and pandemic policies. Council will also hear a delegation on the asset management plan and enter closed session to discuss land deals and a local board update.
- By-Law 2022-081: Encampment By-Law
- By-Law 2022-078: Adopt Asset Management Plan
- By-Law 2022-079: CompuCom Canada Inc. Agreement
- By-Law 2022-073: EPCOR Go EV Charging Program Project Agreement
- Accounts payable totaling $265,265.81
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Board will review financial accounts and reports from April 2022. Discussion items include a false alarm report, court security, and an anti-impaired driving campaign.
- Accounts for 04/04/22 to 04/21/22: $143,564.12
- Accounts for 04/21/22 to 05/05/22: $207,307.16
- False Alarm Report - April 2022
- April 2022 Financial Report
- O.P.P. Detachment Commander’s Report - April 2022
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider several zoning by-law amendments, a site plan control agreement for the Valleyside Apartments, and a mandatory water connection bylaw. The agenda also includes a delegation from the South Bruce Grey Health Centre about the emergency room reopening, reports on the Riversdale Bridge replacement tender, and a reserve fund policy. Council will also enter closed session to discuss personal matters, land acquisition, and litigation.
- Zoning By-Law Amendments Z-2021-085 (Ernewein) and Z-2022-017 (Leifso)
- By-Law 2022-069: Valleyside Apartments Site Plan Control Agreement with Nehura Corp.
- By-Law 2022-070: Mandatory Water Connection By-law (deferred from April 26)
- Riversdale Bridge Structure Replacement Tender Results 2022
- Accounts totaling $659,668.26
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including an amendment to the OPP contract agreement, the 2022 tax rates, and a new municipal alcohol policy. They will also hear reports on the Walkerton BIA board resignations, a Fanshawe College partnership, and an integrity commissioner's report regarding Councillor Lang. The meeting includes a closed session for land, labour, and litigation matters.
- By-Law 2022-050 to amend OPP contract agreement
- By-Law 2022-054 setting 2022 tax rates
- By-Law 2022-056 adopting amended Municipal Alcohol Policy
- By-Law 2022-057 for NWMO Early Investment in Education and Skills agreement
- Accounts totaling $445,204.12
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to discuss a proposed extension of the current OPP contract (with no service enhancements), review accounts payable, and consider a false alarm by-law. The board will also receive reports on finances, crime statistics, and the OPP detachment commander's March 2022 report.
- OPP Contract Extension - Report CAO2022-14 (tabled from April 12, 2022; extension of current terms only)
- Accounts 03/03/22 to 03/17/22 - $-1,870.22
- Accounts 03/17/22 to 04/04/22 - $206,820.78
- By-Law 2022-043 - False Alarm By-Law and March 2022 report
- 2022 Court Security Transportation Grant - Report FIN2022-15 (adopted by Council April 12, 2022)
Council Meeting
Brockton Council will consider several key items, including declaring the Armoury Building surplus and discussing its disposal, a zoning by-law amendment for the Holm property (Z-2021-088), and an OPP contract extension. They will also review tender results for the Greenock Bridge rehabilitation and East Ridge Business Park Phase 2 construction, and vote on multiple by-laws including fees for heritage plaques.
- By-Law 2022-051 to declare Armoury Building surplus; closed session on Armoury Building proposals
- By-Law 2022-047 zoning amendment for Holm Z-2021-088
- By-Law 2022-050 to amend OPP contract agreement
- Tender results for Greenock Bridge Structure No. 0006 rehabilitation and East Ridge Business Park Phase 2 construction
- Accounts payable totaling $742,160.34
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider two minor variance applications: A-2021-083 (Vanderspek) and A-2022-006 (Thibideau). The agenda also includes routine items like accepting minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.
- Minor variance application A-2021-083 (Vanderspek) - planning report and notice of decision
- Minor variance application A-2022-006 (Thibideau) - planning report and decision sheet
- Acceptance of minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to discuss heritage matters including a potential Armoury building consideration, a newspaper digitization request from Bruce County Museum, and a draft heritage property plaque policy. The committee will also review February and March 2022 financial reports and ongoing projects like heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11.
- Potential consideration of the Armoury building, with a 2022 letter to Council attached
- Walkerton newspaper digitization request from Bruce County Museum
- Draft Heritage Property Plaque Policy and sample application form
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11, with updated quote
- February and March 2022 financial reports
Court of Revision
The Brockton Court of Revision is meeting to consider written appeals regarding the Zettler Municipal Drain assessment schedule. The court will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and may decline verbal appeals, receiving only written ones.
- Zettler Municipal Drain Assessment Schedule (50 mm) - written appeals to be received
- Approval of Court of Revision Minutes (Koelen Municipal Drain) - July 14, 2020
- Motion to decline verbal appeals and receive written appeals
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including rescinding the COVID-19 immunization disclosure policy and adopting a masking considerations policy. They will also hear a delegation from South Bruce Grey Health Centre on nursing recruitment and retention, and review reports on a false alarm by-law, grant applications, and other operational matters.
- By-Law 2022-040 to rescind COVID-19 Immunization Disclosure Policy
- By-Law 2022-041 to adopt Masking Considerations Policy
- By-Law 2022-043 to adopt False Alarm By-Law
- By-Law 2022-044 for Market Garden My Main Street Agreement
- Accounts payable totaling $2,383,468.08
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to approve accounts totaling about $415,000, review a false alarm by-law report, and discuss extending a provincial appointee's term. The board will also hear the OPP Detachment Commander's February 2022 report and receive updates on the OAPSB conference and Section 10 board changes.
- Accounts 02/03/22 to 02/16/22 - $207,570.20
- Accounts 02/16/22 to 03/03/22 - $207,504.20
- False Alarm By-Law and February 2022 Report
- Extend Provincial Appointee Appointment
- O.P.P. Detachment Commander's Report - February 2022
Council Meeting
This special council meeting is called to consider and adopt the Zettler Municipal Drain engineer's report, which includes an update and assessment schedules, and to pass By-Law 2022-027 for the drain. The agenda also includes a confirmatory by-law for the meeting's proceedings. All items relate to the Zettler Municipal Drain project.
- Adopt Zettler Municipal Drain Engineer's Report
- Zettler Municipal Drain update with assessment schedules (38 mm and 50 mm)
- By-Law 2022-027 - Zettler Municipal Drain By-Law
- By-Law 2022-029 - February 28, 2022 Confirmatory By-Law
Council Meeting
Brockton Council meets electronically to consider several reports and by-laws. Key items include adopting the Zettler Municipal Drain Engineer's Report, reviewing a third-party report on nursing shortages at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, and deciding on a new e-permitting system for the building department. Council will also consider a borrowing by-law for capital expenditures and other routine matters.
- Adopt Zettler Municipal Drain Engineer's Report and pass By-Law 2022-027
- Third-party report on nursing shortages at South Bruce Grey Health Centre
- Building Department E-Permitting system with Cloudpermit agreement
- By-Law 2022-026 for 2022 borrowing for capital expenditures
- Accounts totaling $1,017,177.04
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business, including electing a chair and vice-chair, adopting minutes, and approving accounts. The board will also review reports on the OPP contract update, the 2021 year-end report, and the January 2022 detachment commander's report, as well as discuss a false alarm by-law and court security.
- Accounts for 12/31/21 to 01/20/22 totaling $62.16
- Accounts for 01/01/22 to 02/03/22 totaling $209,497.56
- False Alarm By-Law update with January 2022 report
- OPP Contract Update report (CAO2022-08) approved by Council on Feb 8, 2022
- South Bruce OPP 2021 Year End Report
Council Meeting
This agenda for the Brockton, ON Council Meeting on 2022-02-17 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2022 municipal budget, including tax-supported operating and capital budgets, as well as budgets for local boards like the Saugeen Municipal Airport and Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority. They will also consider by-laws to adopt the budgets, set water service rates, and confirm the meeting's proceedings. The agenda includes a report on estimated rehabilitation costs for Concession 14E.
- 2022 Draft Municipal Budget and tax-supported operating budget
- By-Law 2022-022 to approve 2022 Municipal Budget
- By-Law 2022-024 to set 2022 Water Service Rates and Charges
- Saugeen Municipal Airport and Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority budgets
- Concession 14E estimated rehabilitation costs
Public Information Meeting
This is a public information meeting where the Municipality of Brockton will present its proposed application for a Minister's Zoning Order for lands in the East Ridge Business Park. Monteith Brown Planning Consultants will give a presentation, and members of the public can provide feedback and ask questions. The meeting is electronic and includes closing remarks and next steps.
- Proposed Minister's Zoning Order application for East Ridge Business Park
- Presentation by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants
- Public participation and Q&A session
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including zoning and official plan amendments for the Fotheringham property, an amended fire protection agreement with Hanover, and agreements for provincial modernization funding. They will also hear reports on the OPP contract, budget feedback, and a municipal mobile app, and will enter closed session for land and staffing matters.
- By-Law 2022-015: Walkerton Community Official Plan Amendment No. 15 (Fotheringham L-2021-013)
- By-Law 2022-016: Zoning Amendment (Fotheringham Z-2021-067)
- By-Law 2022-017: Amend Town of Hanover Fire Protection Agreement
- By-Law 2022-018 and 2022-019: Municipal Modernization Program Intake III transfer payment agreements
- Accounts payable totaling $1,114,921.12
Committee of Adjustment
The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider one minor variance application (Forsyth A-2021-035) and to accept minutes from its October 12, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Minor variance application Forsyth A-2021-035, with planning report and notice of decision
- Acceptance of Committee of Adjustment minutes from October 12, 2021
Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting
The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business: electing a chair and vice-chair, adopting previous minutes, and reviewing financial reports for November 2021 through January 2022. They will also discuss ongoing projects such as heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11, archive storage options, and a possible heritage designation policy, plus new items like a donated 1986 calendar and Doors Open 2022.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- November 2021, December 2021, and January 2022 financial reports
- Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11, Concession 20
- Heritage archive storage consideration with Bruce County
- Discussion of 2022 projects and Doors Open 2022
Council Meeting
This is a special electronic meeting of Brockton Council to continue deliberations on the 2022 tax-supported operating budget, including departmental budgets for fire services, emergency management, and health and safety. Council will also discuss tax-supported capital requests and current tax rate implications. The agenda is primarily a working session on the budget, with a confirmatory by-law to formalize proceedings.
- Continued review of Draft Municipality of Brockton 2022 Tax Supported Budget
- Fire Services budget review
- Emergency Management budget review
- Health and Safety budget review
- Discussion of tax-supported municipal capital requests and tax rate implications
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting electronically to consider a zoning by-law amendment for Walker Hill Development Inc., declare JDR Subdivision parkland surplus, and approve several agreements including a United Rentals site plan and an OPG land use licence. They will also receive updates on the Armoury Building capital needs, the Walker West Booster Pumping Station, and a Minister's Zoning Order application. The meeting includes a closed session for property, staffing, litigation, and solicitor-client privilege matters.
- By-Law 2022-007: Zoning amendment for Walker Hill Development Inc. (Z-2021-006)
- By-Law 2022-009: Declare JDR Subdivision property surplus
- By-Law 2022-010: Site plan control agreement with 2275710 Ontario Limited (United Rentals)
- By-Law 2022-011: OPG land use licence agreement
- Accounts payable totaling $218,892.97
Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting focused on reviewing and discussing the draft 2022 municipal budgets. Council will consider both the non-tax supported budget (water, wastewater, capital projects, building code) and the tax supported operating budget covering all departments. No final decisions are listed; the agenda is for budget deliberation.
- 2022 Non-Tax Supported Budget includes Water and Wastewater, Utilities Capital Projects, and Ontario Building Code Administration
- 2022 Tax Supported Operating Budget covers Council, General Government, Human Resources, East Ridge Business Park, Economic Development, Tourism, Cemetery, Animal Control, Heritage, Libraries
- Continued tax supported budget items include Brockton Child Care Centre, Physician Recruitment, O.P.P. and Police Services Board, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority, Planning, Municipal Drains, Recreation, Materials Management, Public Works, Streetlights, Walkerton BIA
- By-Law 2022-006 to confirm the special council meeting proceedings
Brockton Police Services Board Meeting
The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, reviewing accounts totaling $215,222.10, and receiving updates on carried-forward items like by-law enforcement, school resource officer, and court security. The board will also hear reports from the OPP detachment commander and Crime Stoppers, plus financial and false alarm reports for December 2021.
- Accounts from 12/09/21 to 01/06/22 totaling $215,222.10
- Update on By-Law Enforcement Agreement
- Update on School Resource Officer program
- Update on Court Security
- OPP Detachment Commander's Report for December 2021
Council Meeting
Brockton Council is meeting electronically to discuss planning reports, delegations, and several reports including a proposed snowmobile trail, bridge and culvert finances, and COVID-19 response. They will also consider by-laws for zoning amendments, a funding agreement, and appointing a deputy clerk. The meeting includes a closed session for personal, litigation, and negotiation matters.
- Public meetings for planning reports: Fotheringham L-2021-013/Z-2021-067, Holm Z-2021-069, Sluys Z-2021-022
- Delegation from Matt and Cheryl White regarding Hanover/Neustadt snowmobile trail concerns
- Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority 2022 budget presentation and funding request
- Victoria Jubilee Hall 2021 annual report and funding request
- Accounts payable totaling $3,144,961.84