Brockton public meetings in 2023

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to approve accounts totaling $220,352.16 and $18.64, review a false alarm report, and discuss court security and speed signs. The board will also set its 2024 meeting schedule and receive the OPP detachment commander's report.

• Accounts 11/08/23 to 11/22/23 - $220,352.16
• Accounts 11/22/23 to 12/06/23 - $18.64
• November 2023 False Alarm Report
• Court Security discussion
• 2024 Police Services Board Tentative Meeting Schedule

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will receive a presentation on the Walkerton Master Servicing Plan and consider several reports, including proposed fees for EV chargers, a new location for the skating oval, and lease agreements for a physician recruitment locum house and Victoria Jubilee Hall office space. Council will also vote on borrowing by-laws for 2024 and the lease agreements.

• Presentation of the Master Servicing Plan for Walkerton water, wastewater, and stormwater
• Proposed fees for electric vehicle (EV) chargers
• By-Law 2023-118: Borrowing to meet current expenditures for 2024
• By-Law 2023-119: Locum House Agreement By-Law (physician recruitment)
• By-Law 2023-120: Victoria Jubilee Hall Lease Agreement By-Law

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Brockton Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss several new business items, including a skating oval, budget matters, a project management team, signage for tennis/pickleball courts, a dog park update, winter programs, JDR Park, and Optimist Park Phase 2. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, declarations of interest, delegations, and adoption of minutes.

• Skating Oval discussion
• Budget discussion
• Tennis/Pickleball Courts Signage discussion
• Dog Park Update
• Optimist Park Phase 2 discussion

Elmwood Community Centre Board

The Elmwood Community Centre Board is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, ongoing furnace repair, and website updates. New business items include setting 2024 rental fees, reviewing a rental application form, and discussing an accessibility grant.

• Discussion of 2024 fees for facility rentals, with reference to existing rental contracts with and without bar service
• Review of a fillable facility rental application and facility information chart
• Discussion of an accessibility grant
• Treasurer's report on the Elmwood Community Centre financial status as of November 2023
• Update on furnace repair

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to handle routine business including adopting minutes, receiving financial reports, and discussing ongoing projects. Key items include the 2024 budget, a review of the Heritage Trust Fund Program by-law amendment, and the reinstallation of the Truax Dam plaque. The committee will also hear about Doors Open Ontario 2024 and set its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Review of By-Law 2023-049 amending the Heritage Trust Fund Program By-Law
• Discussion of 2024 budget based on 2023 Heritage Committee Budget
• Truax Dam plaque reinstallation and invoice for second plaque
• October and November 2023 financial reports
• Doors Open Ontario 2024 information and year-end webinar

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hear a delegation and staff report on Alectra Convergent JV's proposed Greenock Battery Energy Storage System project, and consider related motions. The agenda also includes several by-laws, including the 2024 interim tax levy, and a closed session for personnel and property matters.

• Alectra Convergent JV Greenock Battery Energy Storage System project delegation and report
• By-Law 2023-113 - 2024 Interim Tax Levy By-Law
• By-Law 2023-115 - MPAC Data Sharing and Services Agreement By-Law
• By-Law 2023-116 - Optimist Park Phase II Enabling Accessibility Fund Grant Agreement By-Law
• Accounts totaling $1,435,608.39

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brockton Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the Brockton Sidewalk Snow Clearing Policy, with the Director of Operations attending to explain it. The committee will also review feedback from the Hometown Christmas Market, the 2024 budget, and a grant for Optimist Park Phase 2. The meeting includes standard procedural items like adopting minutes and declarations of interest.

• Review of Brockton Sidewalk Snow Clearing Policy (By-Law 2023-110, Schedule A)
• Discussion of Enabling Accessibility Successful Grant for Optimist Park Phase 2
• Review of Brockton Emergency Communications Plan
• Hometown Christmas Market Feedback
• 2024 Budget and 2024 Schedule of Meetings

Public Information Meeting

This is a public information meeting to discuss a proposed Battery Energy Storage System at Sideroad 5, Greenock. Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent will present, followed by a question and answer period. No decisions are being made; it is for community engagement and information.

• Battery Energy Storage System proposed at Sideroad 5, Greenock
• Presentation by Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent
• Question and answer period for residents

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to approve accounts from August to November 2023, review false alarm reports for September and October, and receive the OPP Detachment Commander's report. The board will also discuss court security, radar/solar speed signs, and grant opportunities.

• Accounts 08/22/23 to 09/06/23 - $220,311.80
• Accounts 09/06/23 to 09/21/23 - $-3,948.49
• Accounts 09/21/23 to 10/05/23 - $220,295.65
• Accounts 10/05/23 to 10/18/23 - $-315,115.00
• Accounts 10/18/23 to 11/08/23 - $221,018.74

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will discuss a battery storage proposal from Alectra for the Greenock project, consider the future of the Saugeen Municipal Airport, and vote on updates to the 2024 fees and charges by-law. The meeting also includes a public hearing on planning matters, reports on water and wastewater operations, and a winter sidewalk maintenance policy. Several by-laws are up for adoption, including borrowing for watermain and road work.

• Alectra Battery Storage Proposal – Greenock Project (discussion item)
• Saugeen Municipal Airport – considerations for future of service (discussion item)
• By-Law 2023-105 – borrowing via debentures for Bruce Road 2 watermain replacement and Yonge Street reconstruction
• By-Law 2023-109 – amend 2024 fees and charges by-law (ERBP sign, cemetery, recreation auditorium rental fees)
• By-Law 2023-111 – Rodenhiser Agreement of Purchase and Sale

Public Information Meeting

The Municipality of Brockton is holding a public information meeting to discuss a proposed Battery Energy Storage System at Sideroad 5, Greenock. The meeting includes a presentation from Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent and a question-and-answer period.

• Battery Energy Storage System proposed at Sideroad 5, Greenock
• Presentation by Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent
• Public question-and-answer period

Elmwood Community Centre Board

The Elmwood Community Centre Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2024 operating budget, along with updates on a charging station and fire hydrant snow removal. The board will also consider a quote for a fire panel and a facility rental contract. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of previous minutes and declarations of interest.

• Review of 2024 operating budget (ECCB Operating Budget 2024-1.pdf)
• Update on charging station project
• Fire hydrant snow removal update
• Fire panel quote (Elmwood Fire Panel Quote October 2023.pdf)
• Facility rental contract (Elmwood Community Centre Rental Contract.pdf)

Property Standards Committee Meeting

The Brockton Property Standards Committee will hold a hearing for an appeal of a Property Standards Order. The meeting includes presentations from the municipality and the appellant, final submissions, deliberation, and a decision. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Hearing for appeal of a Property Standards Order
• Municipality's presentation
• Appellant's presentation
• Final submissions and deliberation

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brockton Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing projects including downtown sidewalks and additional accessible parking spaces. New business items include an Enabling Accessibility Grant for a Youth Accessibility Leader, the Hometown Christmas Market, recreational programming, and the 2024 municipal budget. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and discussions.

• Downtown sidewalks update
• Additional accessible parking spaces update
• Enabling Accessibility Grant - Youth Accessibility Leader
• Hometown Christmas Market vendor layout
• 2024 Municipal Budget discussion

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will receive the 2022 audited financial statements and hear a delegation from Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent about a proposed battery energy storage system in Greenock. Staff reports include a request for additional window replacements at Victoria Jubilee Hall, an update on operations projects, and a proposal to add a public works position. Council will also consider accounts totaling $282,752.51 and several resolutions from other municipalities.

• Delegation from Baker Tilly on draft 2022 financial statements
• Alectra Energy Solutions/Convergent presentation on a battery energy storage system in Greenock
• Report on Victoria Jubilee Hall additional window replacement request
• Proposal to add an additional public works position
• Accounts for payment totaling $282,752.51

Elmwood Community Centre Board

The Elmwood Community Centre Board will meet to discuss and decide on several operational items, including the 2024 budget, a heat pump replacement, and a records retention by-law. The board will also receive the treasurer's and auditor's reports and consider a proposal for a community Christmas tree.

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hear a delegation from the Lake Rosalind Property Owners Association on short-term rentals and receive a report on the same topic. They will also consider a motion regarding the county-wide OPP contract and review the 2024 OPP annual billing. The agenda includes a public meeting under the Planning Act, a financial report, and a by-law to accept a development charges study proposal.

• Delegation from Lake Rosalind Property Owners Association on short-term rentals
• Motion on County of Bruce OPP contract holder
• Report on short-term rentals by Building and Planning Manager
• 2024 OPP annual billing review
• By-Law 2023-101 to accept BM Ross Development Charges Study proposal

Property Standards Committee Meeting

The Brockton Property Standards Committee is meeting to appoint a chair and vice chair, review its terms of reference by-law, and discuss procedures. The committee will also schedule a separate hearing for an appeal of a property standards order filed August 25, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of By-Law 2021-023 - Property Standards Committee Terms of Reference
• Scheduling of a hearing for a property standards order appeal (filed August 25, 2023)

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing projects, including a plaque for the Truax Dam, a review of the Heritage Trust Fund Program By-Law, and planning for Doors Open 2024. The committee will also consider a heritage property inquiry for 207 Durham Street in Walkerton and review the September 2023 financial report.

• Review of By-Law 2023-049 to amend the Heritage Trust Fund Program By-Law
• Heritage property inquiry for 207 Durham Street, Walkerton
• Discussion of Truax Dam plaque project
• Planning for Doors Open 2024, including insurance and application forms
• September 2023 Financial Report

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting to consider a range of items including a local official plan and zoning amendment, 2024 fees and charges, several by-laws for agreements with school boards and other services, and a closed session for personnel and legal matters. The agenda includes public meetings, reports from staff, and accounts totaling $867,906.88.

• Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment L-2023-041 and Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2023-071
• By-Law 2023-093: 2024 Fees and Charges By-Law
• By-Law 2023-090: Huron-Kinloss Fire Services Agreement
• By-Law 2023-094 and 2023-095: Reciprocal agreements with Bruce Grey Catholic and Bluewater District School Boards
• Accounts payable of $867,906.88

Committee of Adjustment

The Brockton Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application (A-2023-042) as its main business. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as land acknowledgement, call to order, disclosure of interests, and approval of previous minutes.

• Planning report and notice of decision for Minor Variance Application A-2023-042 (Schonstrom)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss several project updates, including a score clock, tennis courts, a soccer complex, LED lighting, and a potential dog park. They will also consider a Project Management Committee Terms of Reference. The agenda includes adoption of previous meeting minutes and a director update.

• Project updates: Score Clock, Tennis Courts, Soccer Complex, LED Lighting, Dog Park
• Project Management Committee Terms of Reference
• Walkerton Football Club Email regarding Soccer Complex
• Lobies Potential Dog Park document
• Adoption of Post-Meeting Minutes from August 23, 2023

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will consider an OPP contract extension to 2025, a one-ton truck purchase, and a public meeting on the Bruce County 2023 Development Charges Study. The agenda also includes a closed session for land acquisition, staffing, and litigation updates.

• OPP contract extension to 2025 (By-Law 2023-088)
• One-ton truck purchase (report by Director of Operations)
• Public meeting: Bruce County 2023 Development Charges Study
• Accounts payable of $1,682,704.65
• Closed session: offer to purchase project lands, staffing, litigation

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing projects including the Truax Dam plaque, Henry Cargill House, and a proposed amendment to the Heritage Trust Fund Program By-Law. They will also review financial reports for June, July, and August 2023, and consider a donation of historical materials. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adoption of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Review of By-Law 2023-049 to amend the Heritage Trust Fund Program By-Law
• Discussion of Truax Dam plaque project (correspondence attached)
• Update on Henry Cargill House
• Donation of 'Street Guide and Facts Folder' and Harding Family History Information
• Financial reports for June, July, and August 2023

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving accounts, reviewing false alarm reports, and discussing the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes updates on board composition and financial reports, as well as an inquiry about a false alarm by-law exemption.

• Accounts for periods from June 2 to August 22, 2023, including $220,440.81 for July 5 to August 2
• June and July 2023 False Alarm Reports
• Invoice for solar speed sign battery replacement
• Police Services Board Composition Update (Report CLK2023-18 and CLK2023-17)
• 2024 Budget discussion

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will consider adopting a Social Media Policy, a Municipal Mileage Allowance Policy, and a Business Viability Committee for the Durham Street Bridge. They will also hear an update on Police Services Board composition and a notice of motion on Durham Street pedestrian safety. Accounts totaling $4,012,181.05 are presented for approval, and a closed session is scheduled for labour negotiations and an agreement extension.

• By-Law 2023-080: Business Viability Committee – Durham Street Bridge Terms of Reference
• By-Law 2023-081: Adopt Social Media Policy
• By-Law 2023-082: Adopt Mileage Allowance Policy
• Accounts payable of $4,012,181.05
• Closed session: staffing update and East Ridge Business Park offer

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brockton Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing accessibility projects and review a site plan for 2 Ontario Road. The agenda includes updates on accessible parking relocation, Streetfest feedback, and a downtown sidewalk sub-committee. No decisions are recorded; items are listed for discussion.

• Review of site plan for 2 Ontario Road
• Update on relocation of accessible parking spaces at Municipal Office/Canada Post
• Feedback on recommended trail material
• Streetfest review and feedback
• Downtown Sidewalk Sub-Committee update

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Brockton Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss capital budget project ideas, including potential park designs for the JDR Subdivision and possible dog park locations. The committee will also receive updates on a score clock, arena lighting, a soccer building review, and tennis court layout. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Capital Budget Project Ideas: JDR Subdivision Park Ideas
• Capital Budget Project Ideas: Dog Park Location Ideas
• Project Updates: Score Clock
• Project Updates: Arena Lighting
• Project Updates: Soccer Building Review

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting on August 8, 2023, to consider a zoning by-law amendment, an amended OPP service delivery agreement, and a CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund grant application, among other items. The agenda includes several reports, by-laws, and a closed session for personnel and land matters.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2023-043 (Threndyle) - public meeting and by-law 2023-075
• Amend OPP Alternate Service Delivery Location Memorandum of Understanding (by-law 2023-076)
• CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Grant Application
• Accounts totaling $2,518,779.41
• Bruce Power Soccer Complex Parking Lot Relocation Tender

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hold a public meeting and vote on a zoning by-law amendment for JTL Limited, consider a new crosswalk at Robinson and South Street, and approve accounts totaling $4,433,841.85. Other items include a delegation on affordable housing, a donation request from the Kinette Club of Walkerton, and several recreation and infrastructure reports.

• Public meeting and vote on Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2023-047 for JTL Limited
• By-Law 2023-070 to amend Traffic and Parking By-Law for Robinson/South Street crosswalk and Market Garden accessible parking
• Accounts payable of $4,433,841.85
• Delegation from Georgian Bay Affordable Housing Development Corp/EcoSpex Inc. on Concierge Development Program
• Closed session to discuss property proposal, property transfers, East Ridge Business Park offer, and staffing update

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Brockton Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to consider adopting the RZone Policy by-law (By-Law 2023-054), review project updates, and discuss new business including a skate/bike park request, future dog park consideration, and a new community centre fundraising committee. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and declarations of interest.

• By-Law 2023-054 - Adopt RZone Policy By-Law
• Request for Skate/Bike Park
• Future Dog Park Consideration
• New Community Centre Fundraising Committee Discussion
• Project updates: Header Repair, Outside Arena Bathrooms, Market Garden

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Brockton Accessibility Advisory Committee meets to handle routine business: adopt prior minutes, review ongoing accessibility projects, and examine new site plans for accessibility compliance. Items include relocating accessible parking at the Municipal Office/Canada Post, the Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park changeroom, and downtown sidewalk signage.

• Review of Wilson Developments Lots 13 and 14 site plan
• Review of Weber's Electric site plan
• Municipal Office/Canada Post relocation of accessible parking spaces
• Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park changeroom and concession building
• Downtown sidewalk signage

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will consider a report on a future municipal complex location, including potential sites in the Eastridge Business Park. They will also receive updates on the EPCOR natural gas expansion project and consider a by-law to remove a holding symbol on a Fotheringham property. The meeting includes a closed session for labour relations, litigation, and negotiations.

• Report on Future Municipal Complex Location with Eastridge Business Park expansion map
• EPCOR Natural Gas Expansion Project update and report
• By-Law 2023-066: Holding removal for Fotheringham property (Z-2021-067)
• By-Law 2023-065: Amend Traffic and Parking By-Law (Ridout Street)
• Accounts payable totalling $891,006.42

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving accounts, adopting prior minutes, and receiving reports on false alarms, finances, and the OPP detachment commander's May update. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Accounts 05/17/23 to 06/02/23 - $220,352.16
• Accounts 05/03/23 to 05/17/23 - $62.16
• May 2023 False Alarm Report
• May 2023 Financial Report
• May 2023 Detachment Commander's Report

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hear a delegation on the Class EA for the Durham Street Bridge replacement and consider a petition from Walkerton businesses, along with a Notice of Motion from Councillor Kuhnke. They will also review reports on Ridout Street interim measures, a donation to the Market Garden from BIA surplus funds, and a score clock update for the Walkerton Community Centre. The meeting includes several routine items such as minutes, accounts totaling $784,094.39, and a by-law to adopt a records retention policy.

• Durham Street Bridge replacement Class EA presentation and petition from Walkerton businesses
• Ridout Street interim measures report
• Donation to Market Garden from BIA surplus funds
• Walkerton Community Centre score clock update
• Accounts totaling $784,094.39

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee will discuss council-approved funding for window replacement at Victoria Jubilee Hall and masonry repairs at the former Baptist Church. The committee will also review financial reports for April and May 2023, and consider a donation of funeral cards and a parish book.

• Approval from Council for Victoria Jubilee Hall Window Replacement Request and Grant (Resolution 23-10-06)
• Approval from Council for Former Baptist Church Masonry Repair and Grant (Resolution 23-10-07)
• April 2023 Financial Report
• May 2023 Financial Report
• Donation of Funeral Cards of Brockton Residents and Parish Book

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will review various accessibility topics including downtown signage and traffic light hindrances. A representative from the Building Department will discuss soccer pavilion site plans and facility design standards.

• Review of Soccer Pavilion Site Layout and Grading
• Discussion of Downtown Sidewalk Signage
• Discussion of Traffic Light/Crosswalk Hindrances
• Review of Facility Accessibility Design Standards using City of London example

Council Meeting

Council will discuss a new pedestrian crossover at Robinson and South Street in Walkerton, a PepsiCo control agreement renewal, and an encroachment agreement for Cargill Country Variety. The meeting also includes a closed session for labour relations, litigation, and negotiations. Several reports and routine items are on the agenda.

• Robinson and South Street, Walkerton pedestrian crossover proposal
• PepsiCo control agreement renewal and related by-law (By-Law 2023-048)
• Encroachment agreement for 205 Cargill Road (Cargill Country Variety) and related by-law (By-Law 2023-058)
• Asset management of retired fire pump
• Closed session for staffing, litigation, and negotiations

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to approve accounts totaling $225,947.79 for April 1-20, 2023, and to discuss items carried forward including a false alarm report, court security, an anti-impaired driving campaign, and the Black Cat Radar. The board will also receive information on Ridout Street traffic calming, the April 2023 financial report, and the OPP Detachment Commander's report.

• Approval of accounts from April 1-20, 2023 totaling $225,947.79
• Discussion of April 2023 False Alarm Report
• Information item on Ridout Street Traffic Calming report (PW2023-11) accepted by Council on May 9, 2023
• Review of April 2023 Financial Report
• O.P.P. Detachment Commander’s Report for April 2023

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Brockton Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and potentially adopt a new R-Zone policy by-law (By-Law 2023-054). The agenda also includes updates on several park and facility projects, such as header repairs, the Market Garden, soccer pavilion, and Elmwood playground. A volunteer appreciation event is planned for June 22, 2023.

• Consideration of By-Law 2023-054 to adopt the R-Zone Policy
• Discussion of WiFi installation at Lobies Campground
• Project updates: header repairs, Market Garden, soccer pavilion/washrooms/parking/walkways, outside arena washrooms, Elmwood playground, tennis courts
• Volunteer appreciation event scheduled for June 22, 2023

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will discuss and potentially decide on several operational and infrastructure items, including a new RZone policy by-law, Ridout Street traffic calming measures, and tenders for the North Standpipe Rehabilitation and Tennis Court Rehabilitation. The meeting also includes a delegation from Ontario Power Generation, a financial report, and a closed session for land and labour matters.

• By-Law 2023-054 to adopt the RZone Policy
• Ridout Street Traffic Calming report
• North Standpipe Rehabilitation Tender 21353
• Tennis Court Rehabilitation Tender Results
• Accounts payable totaling $228,100.21

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will consider several by-laws, including a zoning amendment for housekeeping changes, a PepsiCo sponsorship agreement for a new score clock at the Walkerton Community Centre, and amendments to the Heritage Trust Fund Program. Council will also hear a delegation from Victoria Jubilee Hall requesting window replacement funding and discuss a request from Wightman to broadcast council meetings. A public information session on the Durham Street Bridge replacement is scheduled for May 11.

• Public hearing on Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2023-007 (Brockton Housekeeping)
• Pepsico sponsorship agreement and new score clock at Walkerton Community Centre
• Heritage Trust Fund Program changes and Victoria Jubilee Hall window replacement request
• Accounts payable totaling $1,008,961.59
• Closed session items: committee recruitment, staffing update, and East Ridge Business Park land transaction

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to approve accounts totaling $336,573.79, review February and March false alarm reports, and discuss court security and an anti-impaired driving campaign. The board will also receive the March financial report, a Crime Stoppers tips summary, and the OPP Detachment Commander's report for February-March 2023.

• Accounts 02/10/23 to 03/02/23 - $115,814.30
• Accounts 03/03/23 to 03/23/23 - $452.94
• Accounts 03/23/23 to 03/31/23 - $220,306.55
• False Alarm Reports for February and March 2023
• Detachment Commander's Report for February-March 2023

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Brockton Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss project updates, including tennis/pickleball courts, soccer washrooms, ice plant repairs, and lighting. They will also review Ontario Trillium Foundation capital stream applications for several park and arena upgrades. The agenda includes a delegation on tennis/pickleball and a conflict of interest review.

• Tennis/Pickle Ball Sub Committee update by Maureen Schmidt
• Project updates: Soccer Washrooms, Ice Plant Repairs, WCC Ice Surface Lighting, Score Clock Replacement
• OTF Capital Stream applications: Walkerton Ball Diamond Lighting Upgrades, Replacement of Olympia, Westwood Park Playground, JDR Subdivision Park, Arena Refrigeration Compressors
• Conflict of Interest Review by Fiona Hamilton, Director of Legal and Legislative

Elmwood Community Centre Board

The Elmwood Community Centre Board is meeting electronically to discuss facility maintenance and rental matters. Items include ball diamond surface work, playground resurfacing, dugout building work and quotes, 2023 ball diamond rental rates for Hanover Minor Ball, a special rental rate for non-profit community groups, and appointing a new member. The board will also adopt minutes from its February 28, 2023 meeting.

• Ball diamond surface work
• Playground resurfacing
• Dugout building work/quotes
• 2023 ball diamond rental rates for Hanover Minor Ball
• Non-profit community group special rental rate for hall

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one minor variance application (A-2023-008) related to a property owned by Weber, as presented in a planning report by Bruce County Planner Benito Russo. The agenda also includes routine items such as accepting the agenda, disclosing pecuniary interests, and approving the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Minor variance application A-2023-008 (Weber property) with planning report and notice of decision
• Acceptance of Committee of Adjustment minutes from February 14, 2023

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hold public meetings and vote on three zoning by-law amendments (Potts, Bullen, Lang) and consider a pedestrian crossover on Robinson/South Street in Walkerton. The agenda also includes reports on a proposed Walkerton settlement area expansion, amendments to 2023 fees and charges, and several resolutions supporting other municipalities on issues like school bus stop arm cameras and barriers for women in politics. Council will enter closed session to discuss committee appointments, land acquisition, and heritage property enforcement.

• Public hearings and votes on zoning amendments Z-2022-113 (Potts), Z-2023-006 (Bullen), and Z-2023-004 (Lang)
• Motion for a pedestrian crossover at Robinson/South Street, Walkerton
• Motion to support school bus stop arm cameras
• Report on Walkerton Settlement Area Expansion as part of Plan the Bruce Official Plan review
• Amendments to 2023 Fees and Charges By-Law

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a request to replace windows at Victoria Jubilee Hall, a colour change for the Henry Cargill House, and ongoing projects like heritage plaques and a photo transfer system. The agenda also includes financial reports and website analytics. No votes are listed; items are for discussion or decision.

• Victoria Jubilee Hall window replacement request (delegation by Bob McCulloch)
• Henry Cargill House colour change
• Heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11
• Cloud-based transfer system for heritage photos
• February and March 2023 financial reports

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting electronically to enter a closed session under the Police Services Act to discuss a budgetary concern. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, declarations of interest, the closed session, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session under Section 35(4)(b) of the Police Services Act for a budgetary concern
• Electronic meeting held Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will meet on March 28, 2023, to consider several reports and by-laws, including setting the 2023 tax rates, investing reserve funds, and appointing an engineer for the Dales Municipal Drain. They will also hear delegations from the South Bruce OPP and Truth and Reconciliation Brockton, and review a $2.4 million accounts list.

• By-Law 2023-034: 2023 Tax Rates By-Law
• Motion to invest reserve funds (Notice of Motion from Councillor Clark)
• Appoint RJ Burnside & Associates as engineer for Dales Municipal Drain Branch A (By-Law 2023-036)
• Accounts totaling $2,436,352.47
• Tender results for single surface treatment and Structure 18

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting to decide on several by-laws, including a zoning amendment for Barry's Construction, adoption of the Recreation Master Plan, an amended EPCOR Natural Gas franchise agreement, and an updated Municipal Alcohol Policy. They will also hear delegations on drinking water source protection, community safety, Chesley Hospital support, and EPCOR's natural gas expansion. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, accounts totaling $1,171,489.06, and a closed session for land, staffing, and litigation matters.

• Zoning amendment by-law for Barry's Construction (Z-2022-091)
• Adoption of Recreation Master Services and Facilities Plan by-law
• Amended EPCOR Natural Gas Model Franchise Agreement by-law
• Accounts payable totaling $1,171,489.06
• Closed session on road allowance disposition, staffing, and environmental contamination

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving accounts, adopting minutes, and receiving reports from the OPP detachment commander. The agenda includes several carried-forward items such as a donation of auction proceeds, a tournament update, and an anti-impaired driving campaign. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears procedural.

• Accounts 12/31/22 to 01/25/23 - $2,218.20
• Accounts 01/26/23 to 02/10/23 - $220,331.25
• Donation of Online Auction Proceeds
• Dirtpigs Tournament Update
• 2022 Year End Report from South Bruce OPP

Committee of Adjustment

The Brockton Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one minor variance application (A-2021-075) and to accept minutes from its November 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as land acknowledgement, call to order, and disclosure of interests. No other substantive items are listed.

• Minor Variance Application A-2021-075 (Crawford) - planning report and notice of decision attached
• Acceptance of Committee of Adjustment Minutes from November 1, 2022

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting on February 14, 2023, to consider a zoning by-law amendment (Z-2022-120), approve several by-laws including an OILC borrowing agreement, and receive reports on fire services, tax arrears, water inspections, and a FoodCycler pilot. The agenda also includes a closed session for personnel, land, and legal matters.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2022-120 (Wilkin)
• By-Law 2023-017: OILC Borrowing for Capital Works
• By-Law 2023-019: ERBP Site Readiness Program Agreement
• By-Law 2023-021: Barry's Construction Subdivision Road Transfer Agreement
• Accounts totaling $676,997.31

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2023 municipal budget, including non-tax supported and water service budgets. The agenda includes a draft budget update, tax rate implications, and several by-laws for approval. A report on rehabilitating the Walkerton Tennis Courts is also on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Bruce County Council Chambers in Walkerton.

• By-Law 2023-013: Approve 2023 Non-Tax Supported Municipal Budget
• By-Law 2023-014: Approve 2023 Water Service Rates and Charges
• By-Law 2023-015: Approve 2023 Municipal Budget
• Report on Rehabilitation of Walkerton Tennis Courts
• 2023 Draft Budget Update and tax rate implications

Brockton Heritage Committee Meeting

The Brockton Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a colour change request for the Henry Cargill House, correspondence about Saugeen Riverbank cliff erosion, and the impact of Bill 23 on the Ontario Heritage Act. The agenda also includes routine items like adoption of minutes, a financial report, and updates on ongoing projects.

• Delegation: Henry Cargill House colour change request by Terri Del Signore
• Correspondence: Saugeen Riverbank cliff erosion emails and public meeting notice
• Old business: 2023 budget, heritage plaques for Truax Dam and Bridge 11
• New business: Bill 23 impact on Ontario Heritage Act council report
• Accounts: January 2023 financial report

Public Information Meeting

This is a public information meeting, not a decision-making session. The Municipality of Brockton is presenting a project by B.M. Ross regarding Saugeen River bank erosion, followed by public feedback and next steps.

• Project presentation by B.M. Ross on Saugeen River bank erosion
• Public participation and feedback session
• Display boards and presentation materials available as attachments

Council Meeting

Brockton Council will hear delegations on conservation programs and a recreation master plan, then consider reports on the draft recreation plan, a feasibility study for green building funding, and year-end activity reports. Council will also vote on several by-laws, including one declaring a road allowance surplus, and will enter closed session for land, staffing, and legal matters.

• Draft Recreation Master Services and Facilities Plan report and presentation
• Accounts totaling $1,864,211.75
• By-Law 2023-010 to declare 934 Concession 10 Brant Road Allowance surplus
• By-Law 2023-008 for Market Garden Canada Community Revitalization Fund amended agreement
• Public information meeting Feb 1, 2023 on cliff erosion along Valleyside Drive

Council Meeting

This is a continuation of the 2023 budget meeting, where Council will review the final version of the tax-supported operating budget, discuss non-tax-supported budgets (including water/wastewater and capital projects), and consider tax rate implications. The meeting is primarily a working session for budget discussion, with a confirmatory by-law to close the proceedings.

• Final version of 2023 Tax Supported Budget (Capital Request Updated)
• Non-Tax Rate Funded Draft Budget
• Water and Wastewater budget discussion
• Budgeted Capital Projects (Utilities)
• By-Law 2023-007 (Confirmatory By-Law)

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting to review the 2023 tax-supported operating budget, including departmental budgets and capital requests, and to discuss tax rate implications. The agenda includes a general budget overview, departmental breakdowns, and a confirmatory by-law. This is a budget deliberation meeting, not a final approval.

• 2023 Tax Supported Operating Budget review by department (Council, Fire, O.P.P., Public Works, etc.)
• Tax Supported Municipal Capital Requests discussion
• Current Tax Rate Implications discussion
• By-Law 2023-006 - January 26, 2023 Confirmatory By-Law

Brockton Police Services Board Meeting

The Brockton Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business, including appointing a 2023 chair and vice chair, adopting prior minutes, and reviewing accounts totaling over $600,000. They will also discuss false alarm reports, a proposed OPP detachment board update, and a new RIDE grant agreement. The meeting includes reports from the OPP detachment commander and Crime Stoppers.

• Accounts for periods from Oct 2022 to Dec 2022, including $-200,565.84, $414,572.52, $-4,785.18, and $209,905.69
• False alarm reports for October, November, and December 2022
• Ministry of the Solicitor General OPP Detachment Boards update
• 2022-2024 R.I.D.E. Grant Program Agreement
• 2023 OAPSB and Zone 5 membership

Council Meeting

Brockton Council is meeting to consider several reports and tenders, including watermain and road rehabilitation projects, as well as delegations on community awards and the Saugeen Riverbank erosion study. The agenda includes multiple by-laws, accounts totaling $3,920,002.15, and a closed session for legal and personnel matters. Several items are routine or informational, such as committee minutes and correspondence.

• Bruce Road 2 Watermain Tender review
• Yonge Street Rehabilitation Tender review
• Accounts totaling $3,920,002.15
• By-Law 2023-002 to amend traffic and parking by-law (Riversdale Bridge stop sign)
• Delegation from Walkerton Kinsmen Club for Citizen of the Year Award (eligible for $450 donation)