Caledon public meetings in 2021
89 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
This is the agenda for Caledon Town Council's December 14, 2021 hybrid meeting. Council will consider several by-laws, including an interim control by-law to manage development in proposed Major Transit Study Areas in Bolton and Mayfield West, and a by-law to establish 2022 fees and charges. The meeting also includes confidential sessions on legal matters, delegations from the public, and reports from previous committee meetings.
- Interim Control By-law (BL-2021-92) to control development in proposed Major Transit Study Areas in Bolton and Mayfield West
- By-law BL-2021-87 to establish 2022 fees and charges for services and planning applications
- By-law BL-2021-88 for an interim tax levy for 2022
- By-law BL-2021-91 requiring vital services for rental units
- Delegation from Orlando Corporation re: settlement boundary expansion for Region of Peel Official Plan
Council voted 8-1 to request the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issue an order under the Planning Act to prohibit a hot mix asphalt plant at 12415 Coleraine Drive, following an Ontario Land Tribunal decision. Council also approved the 2022 budget, an interim control by-law for major transit station areas, and a community skating program on Palgrave Millpond. Several other policies and by-laws were adopted.
- Requested Minister's order to prohibit asphalt plant at 12415 Coleraine Drive (8-1)
- Approved 2022 budget with $50,000 sidewalk design on McLaughlin Road (7-2)
- Passed Interim Control By-law for Major Transit Station Areas (9-0)
- Approved community skating program on Palgrave Millpond (9-0)
- Approved 2022 Property Tax Relief Program (8-0)
- Approved 2022 ROMA delegation requests incl. Caledon East school replacement (8-0)
- Adopted 2022 Fees and Charges By-law (9-0)
- Directed task force to study commercial vehicle parking shortage (9-0)
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment will hold a hybrid hearing on December 8, 2021, to consider seven minor variance applications and four consent (land severance) applications. The meeting includes receipt of the November 10, 2021 minutes and declarations of interest. Public participation is available via live stream or phone.
- Minor variance A 028-20: temporary 3-year agricultural-related industrial use at 13448 Kennedy Road
- Minor variance A 053-21: 3 parking spaces and 0.72m interior yard setback at 12615 Kennedy Road
- Minor variance A 056-21: building area up to 938.84 m² and driveway width up to 20.48m at 8705 Highway 9
- Consent B 023-21: sever 77.2 ha lot at 12735 Centreville Creek into 37.98 ha and 39.38 ha parcels
- Consent B 025-21: sever Kia dealership parcel at 12130 Albion Vaughan Road, create shared access easements
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment heard 10 applications on December 8, 2021. It approved seven minor variances and consents with conditions, refused one application (A 074-21 at 14560 Mount Pleasant Road) after a neighbour's opposition, and deferred one application (A 028-20 at 13448 Kennedy Road) for six months. All decisions were unanimous except A 073-21, which passed 5-1.
- Deferred A 028-20 (13448 Kennedy Road) for six months (6-0)
- Approved A 053-21 (12615 Kennedy Road) with conditions (6-0)
- Approved A 056-21 (8705 Highway 9) with conditions (6-0)
- Approved A 070-21 (70 Judge Street) (6-0)
- Approved A 072-21 (8751 Castlederg Side Road) (6-0)
- Approved A 073-21 (19 Marion Street) (5-1)
- Refused A 074-21 (14560 Mount Pleasant Road) (6-0)
- Conditionally approved B 013-21 and B 014-21 (20704/20706 Heart Lake Road) (6-0 each)
General Committee - Budget
The General Committee is meeting to review and discuss the proposed 2022 budget, including staff reports on the Ontario Regulation 284/09 budget, the 2022 proposed budget, and a proposed fees and charges by-law. The committee will also hear public delegations, including from the Caledon Communities Traffic Group, and receive memorandums on budget follow-up, COVID-19 property tax deferral, and other updates. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; it is a discussion and review stage.
- Staff Report 2021-0435: 2022 Proposed Budget with schedules A, B, C
- Staff Report 2021-0428: Ontario Regulation 284/09 2022 Budget
- Staff Report 2021-0421: Proposed 2022 Fees and Charges By-law
- Public delegations from Judy Mabee and Martin Mayer on 2022 budget
- Memorandum on 2022 COVID-19 Property Tax Deferral Program
The General Committee recommended approval of the 2022 operating budget with a net increase of $2,231,461, representing a 2.83% average residential tax increase to the Town levy. The budget includes a gross operating budget of $120,801,619 and a capital program of $117,891,735. The recommendation will be considered by Town Council on December 14, 2021.
- Approved 2022 operating budget with 2.83% tax increase (recommended to Council)
- Approved 2022 capital program of $117,891,735 (recommended to Council)
- Approved 2022 Fees and Charges By-law, effective January 1, 2022 (recommended to Council)
- Approved 56% tax subsidy for Recreation Services (recommended to Council)
- Approved 1.75% wage increase for non-union staff and Council members (recommended to Council)
- Approved $578,212 from contingency reserve for non-union employee rewards program (recommended to Council)
- Approved $181,500 for 35 Chapel Street Renovation from capital reserve (recommended to Council)
- Approved $60,000 for Mayfield West Off Leash Dog Park, funded from another capital project (recommended to Council)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider several planning items, including a proposed interim control by-law for Caledon's Major Transit Station Areas, an archaeological management plan, an Indigenous community engagement protocol, and a settlement area boundary expansion concept. The committee will also hear delegations and consider two temporary-use zoning by-law amendments for properties on Highway 9.
- Interim Control By-law for Caledon Major Transit Station Areas (Staff Report 2021-0439)
- Proposed Archaeological Management Plan (Staff Report 2021-0407)
- Proposed Settlement Area Boundary Expansion Concept for Region of Peel Official Plan (Staff Report 2021-0468)
- Temporary-use zoning amendments for 10795 and 10819 Highway 9, Ward 4 (Staff Reports 2021-0440 and 2021-0442)
- Notice of motion: Extension of services to underserviced areas through development
The Planning and Development Committee recommended refusing two proposed temporary-use zoning by-law amendments for properties at 10795 and 10819 Highway 9, Ward 4, after hearing delegations from residents concerned about commercial operations and environmental issues. The Committee also approved an Archaeological Management Plan to guide when archaeological assessments are needed during development, and directed staff to develop an Indigenous Community Engagement Protocol. A motion was passed to direct staff to work with agencies to extend services to un-serviced areas in conjunction with development projects.
- Recommended refusal of temporary use zoning amendment for 10795 Highway 9 (File 2020-0001).
- Recommended refusal of temporary use zoning amendment for 10819 Highway 9 (File 2020-003).
- Approved recommendation to adopt the Archaeological Management Plan as the Town's approach.
- Directed staff to develop an Urgent Archaeological Conservation Grants Program.
- Referred the Indigenous Community Engagement Protocol back to staff to consult with Chief LaForme and other First Nations.
- Approved the proposed concept map and rationale for the Town's submission to the Region of Peel Official Plan Review.
- Directed staff to initiate an Interim Control By-law for lands near major transit stations.
- Passed a notice of motion directing staff to explore extending services to un-serviced areas with development projects.
Heritage Caledon
Heritage Caledon Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a staff report on a notice of intention to designate 552 The Grange Sideroad in Ward 1. The committee will also receive updates on the Village Bicentennial Project, designation plaques, fall grant applications, and the Alton Heritage Conservation District, plus a memorandum on insurance for designated heritage properties.
- Staff Report 2021-0454: Notice of Intention to Designate - 552 The Grange Sideroad, Ward 1
- Village Bicentennial Project Update
- Designation Plaques and Award of Excellence Presentations
- Fall Grant Applications
- Memorandum: Insurance and Designated Heritage Properties
The committee approved issuing a Notice of Intention to Designate the property at 552 The Grange Sideroad under the Ontario Heritage Act, with a recorded vote of 8-0. It also supported a resolution from the Municipality of Clarington regarding insurance for designated heritage properties. Updates were provided on the Village Bicentennial Project, heritage grant allocations, and the Alton Heritage Conservation District review.
- Approved issuing a Notice of Intention to Designate 552 The Grange Sideroad under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act (8-0 recorded vote)
- Authorized staff to publish and serve the Notice of Intention to Designate, with a by-law to be enacted if no objections arise in the 30-day period
- Supported the Municipality of Clarington's resolution on aligning Ontario Heritage Act requirements with insurance regulations (8-0 recorded vote)
- Agreed to add the Clarington resolution to a future Council meeting as correspondence
- Received the September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0 recorded vote)
- Supported socially distanced presentations for Award of Excellence and heritage designation plaques at recipients' properties
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several planning matters, including the Future Caledon Official Plan Review, an Affordable Housing Strategy update, a Rehabilitation Master Plan for aggregate operations, and comments on the Region of Peel's 2051 Official Plan. The agenda also includes notices of motion regarding Indigenous consultation on a proposed quarry and a Rural Community Improvement Plan, plus confidential items on an appeal and land acquisition.
- Staff Report 2021-0431: Future Caledon Official Plan Review update
- Staff Report 2021-0236: Rehabilitation Master Plan for aggregate operations in Belfountain and Caledon Village
- Staff Report 2021-0430: Comments on Region of Peel 2051 Official Plan
- Notice of motion: Invite Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation to review CBM quarry proposal
- Notice of motion: Include Rural Community Improvement Plan in Official Plan Review
The Planning and Development Committee recommended approval of the Rehabilitation Master Plan for aggregate operations in Belfountain and Caledon Village, and directed staff to use it in the Official Plan Review. It also recommended approving comments on the Region of Peel 2051 Official Plan, including a request to include a portion of 8575 Patterson Sideroad in the settlement area boundary expansion map. The committee approved additional funding of $80,000 for the Future Caledon 2051 Official Plan and recommended a motion to include a Rural Community Improvement Plan in the Official Plan Review. All recommendations are subject to Town Council adoption on December 14, 2021.
- Approved Rehabilitation Master Plan for aggregate operations in Belfountain and Caledon Village, with recommendations to inform the Official Plan Review and be forwarded to the Region of Peel and provincial ministries.
- Approved comments on Region of Peel 2051 Official Plan, directing staff to prepare a concept plan for the preferred Settlement Area Boundary Expansion map.
- Referred request to include a portion of 8575 Patterson Sideroad in the settlement area boundary expansion map back to staff for consideration.
- Approved additional funding of $80,000 for the Future Caledon 2051 Official Plan to meet the June 2022 adoption target.
- Recommended inclusion of policies for a Rural Community Improvement Plan in the Official Plan Review.
- Approved delegated authority for the CAO to award single source contracts up to $500,000 for planning work, extended to December 31, 2022.
- Approved design for a joint use facility at 0 McLaughlin Road with the Peel District School Board and directed staff to pursue land acquisition.
- Invited Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation to review and comment on planning submissions from Canadian Building Materials regarding a limestone quarry.
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several staff reports, including an update to the fireworks by-law, a proposed COVID-19 vaccination and verification policy for members of council, and the 2020 Asset Management Plan. The agenda also includes a notice of motion to assist Caledon businesses and a request to report on snow removal liability implications from a recent Supreme Court decision. Several items are for discussion only, with decisions to be made at a later council meeting.
- Staff Report 2021-0433: Fireworks By-law Update
- Staff Report 2021-0414: Proposed COVID-19 Vaccination and Verification Policy for Members of Council
- Staff Report 2021-0355: Asset Management Plan 2020
- Notice of Motion: Request to Assist Caledon Businesses with Resources and Supports
- Staff Report 2021-0464: Single Source Contract Award for Strawberry Hill Court Retaining Wall Stabilization Works
The General Committee recommended Town Council adopt a ban on discharging fireworks, with exceptions for Events and Theatrical Pyrotechnics (Option 1 in Staff Report 2021-0433). The committee also recommended several other items to Council, including a COVID-19 vaccination policy for Council members, a new Vital Services By-law, and a single-source contract for road repair equipment. Two staff reports and one correspondence item were deferred to the December 14, 2021 Council meeting. The committee also authorized the Town Solicitor to proceed with actions related to potential litigation on lands in the Tullamore Secondary Plan Area.
- Recommended approval of a ban on discharging fireworks, except for Events and Theatrical Pyrotechnics (Option 1), with a final by-law to come in early 2022.
- Recommended approval of a COVID-19 Vaccination and Verification Policy for Members of Council, effective December 15, 2021.
- Recommended approval of a new Vital Services By-law to replace By-law 98-151, effective December 14, 2021.
- Recommended approval of a single-source contract to Cubex Limited for road repair equipment at $93,712.26 plus taxes.
- Recommended approval of a single-source contract to R. J. Burnside and Associates Limited for engineering services for the Strawberry Hill retaining wall, rescinding a previous award to WSP Canada Inc.
- Recommended approval of the 2022 Interim Property Tax Levy by-law.
- Deferred Staff Report 2021-0387 (Government Relations Update) and Staff Report 2021-0436 (2022 Property Tax Relief Program) to the December 14, 2021 Council meeting.
- Authorized the Town Solicitor to proceed with actions and execute documentation regarding potential litigation on lands in the Tullamore Secondary Plan Area.
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special hybrid meeting of the Town Council focused on a workshop for the Future Caledon Official Plan. Council will receive presentations on the plan's introduction, an employment strategy, and climate adaptation. The meeting also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings and an open forum for public input.
- Workshop on Future Caledon Official Plan
- Presentation on Employment Strategy
- Presentation on Preparing Our Future in a Changing Climate
- By-law BL-2021-86 to confirm council proceedings
This was a special meeting focused on the Official Plan Review, with presentations on the Employment Strategy and climate change planning. No formal decisions were made; the only action was passing a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting itself.
- Approved By-law 2021-176 to confirm proceedings of the Nov 23, 2021 Council meeting (7-0, 2 absent)
General Committee - Budget
The General Committee is meeting electronically to review the proposed 2022 budget, with presentations from departments including Infrastructure, Fire & Emergency Services, Community Services, Public Library, and Corporate Support. They will also receive a memorandum updating the Broadband Work Plan. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion and overview session.
- Proposed 2022 budget presentations from multiple departments
- Update on Broadband Work Plan memorandum
- Electronic meeting due to COVID-19 public health orders
The General Committee heard presentations on the proposed 2022 budget, including a $45.36 million infrastructure capital investment and a net $2.4 million increase for service level changes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- No decisions made; budget presentations received and discussed
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual hearing on November 10, 2021, to consider nine minor variance applications and one consent application. The applications seek relief from zoning bylaws for properties across Wards 1-5, covering items like building heights, driveway widths, setbacks, and a lot line adjustment. Public participation is available via live stream or phone.
- A 065-21: 460 Dougall Avenue – permit enclosed parking space length of at least 5.6 m
- A 046-21: 14493 Kennedy Road – permit building height up to 16.75 m and driveway width up to 13.82 m
- A 051-21: 14851 McLaughlin Road – permit building height up to 13.96 m, driveway width up to 11.73 m, and two dwellings temporarily
- A 068-21: 56 Queen Street North, Unit 1 – permit accessory pharmacy, 22 parking spaces, 0 loading spaces
- B 015-21: 12801 Bramalea Road – lot line adjustment to include Parcels C and D into Parcel B
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications and deferred three others, with two members absent. Applications A 065-21 (460 Dougall Avenue), A 046-21 (14493 Kennedy Road), and A 051-21 (14851 McLaughlin Road) were deferred for six months. Approved applications included A 050-21, A 055-21, A 064-21, A 067-21, A 066-21, A 068-21, and consent application B 015-21.
- Deferred A 065-21 (460 Dougall Ave parking space) for six months or sooner with costs (4-0)
- Deferred A 046-21 (14493 Kennedy Rd height/driveway) for six months or sooner without costs (4-0)
- Approved A 050-21 (54 Blackberry Valley Cres rear yard setback) (4-0)
- Deferred A 051-21 (14851 McLaughlin Rd height/driveway/two dwellings) for six months or sooner without costs (4-0)
- Approved A 055-21 (0 Atchison Dr dwelling unit floor area) (4-0)
- Approved A 064-21 (75 Taylorwood Ave pool and rear yard setback) (4-0)
- Approved A 067-21 (0 Highway 9 driveway width) (3-1)
- Approved A 066-21 (31 Valewood Dr accessory building, driveway width/setback) (4-0)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider a proposed Official Plan Amendment for multiple properties in Ward 4, aimed at expanding the Bolton Rural Service Centre boundaries and establishing a mixed-use community. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public delegations and written comments scheduled. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a public input session.
- Proposed Official Plan Amendment for properties on King Street and Humber Station Road, Ward 4
- Expansion of Bolton Rural Service Centre boundaries
- Establishment of a mixed-use community
- Public delegations from Lucrezia Chiappetta, David Bartlett, Nora Martin, Wayne Noble
- Written comments from Caledon Seniors Centre and Caledon Chamber of Commerce
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting to receive input on a proposed Official Plan Amendment for lands at 0, 7816 and 7844 King Street and multiple properties on Humber Station Road in Ward 4. No decisions were made; the meeting was for public consultation only. Delegations from ecoCaledon, the Caledon Seniors' Centre, and a resident expressed support and made suggestions, and written comments were received.
- Held public meeting for proposed Official Plan Amendment (no vote taken)
- Received delegation from ecoCaledon supporting transit-oriented community
- Received delegation from Caledon Seniors' Centre requesting seniors centre and shuttle services
- Received delegation from Wayne Noble suggesting bicycle storage and trail connection
- Acknowledged written comments from public and organizations
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is considering a zoning by-law amendment for a proposed 30-unit townhouse development at 0 and 18314 Hurontario Street in Caledon Village, Ward 1. Six written submissions from residents and a petition from the Caledon Village Association opposing the zoning change are on the agenda. A second zoning amendment at 12544 Highway 5 was withdrawn by the applicant and will not be considered.
- Staff Report 2021-0406: zoning by-law amendment for 0 and 18314 Hurontario Street, Caledon Village, Ward 1
- Six written submissions from residents opposing the zoning change
- Petition from Caledon Village Association dated March 6, 2021, opposing the 30-unit townhouse development
- Staff Report 2021-0391: zoning by-law amendment at 12544 Highway 5, Ward 1
- Staff Report 2021-0242 (RZ 2018-0009) for 0 Humber Station Road withdrawn by applicant
The Planning and Development Committee recommended that Council oppose a proposed 30-unit townhouse development at 0 and 18314 Hurontario Street, Caledon Village, and seek party status at an Ontario Land Tribunal hearing. The committee also recommended approval of a zoning by-law amendment for 12544 Highway 50, and received a petition from the Caledon Village Association opposing the townhouse development. A request to withdraw applications for 0 Humber Station Road was noted, and the related staff report was not considered.
- Recommended Council oppose OLT development at 0 and 18314 Hurontario St. (unanimous)
- Recommended Council seek party status at OLT hearing for Hurontario St. development (unanimous)
- Recommended Council authorize staff to retain consultants for OLT representation (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve zoning by-law amendment for 12544 Highway 50 (unanimous)
- Recommended Council receive Caledon Village Association petition (unanimous)
- Noted withdrawal of applications RZ 18-09 and SPA 18-0090 for 0 Humber Station Rd.
Heritage Caledon
This agenda for the Heritage Caledon meeting on November 1, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.
Council Meeting
Council rescinded its July 13, 2021 decision to stabilize the gabion basket retaining wall at 54-60 Strawberry Hill Court and instead directed staff to include a $2.6 million placeholder capital project in the 2022 budget for the wall's replacement, using reserves or debenture to avoid impacting the tax rate. Council also approved the 2022 Council & Committee Meeting Schedule, adopted several planning recommendations including the Mayfield West Phase 2 Official Plan Amendment, and directed staff to appeal the Ontario Land Tribunal decision regarding the proposed asphalt plant at 12415 Coleraine Drive.
- Approved $2.6M placeholder for Strawberry Hill retaining wall replacement (9-0)
- Directed staff to appeal Ontario Land Tribunal decision on MJJJ Developments asphalt plant (9-0)
- Adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 255 for Mayfield West Phase 2 expansion (9-0)
- Adopted planning recommendation for 16114 Airport Road with design conditions (9-0)
- Adopted Ministerial Zoning Order request for Tribal Partners, 12035 Dixie Road (7-2)
- Approved 2022 OPP budget with $75 operating and $30 capital increases (9-0)
- Approved 2022 Council & Committee Meeting Schedule (9-0)
- Motion to not install Archbury Circle noise fence lost (2-7)
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special joint council meeting between the Town of Caledon and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. The agenda includes ceremonial items, dialogue on collaboration and joint initiatives, and a notice of motion to strengthen the relationship between the two governments. A by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings is also listed.
- Joint council-to-council meeting with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
- Re-affirmation of the 2018 Wampum Belt
- Notice of motion from Mayor Thompson and Chief Laforme on strengthening relationship
- By-law BL-2021-78 to confirm proceedings
The Town of Caledon held a special meeting with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Council, featuring ceremonies and dialogue. Council passed a motion (8-0, 1 absent) to collaborate with the First Nation on several planning and policy reviews, including the Official Plan, Aggregate Rehabilitation Plan, Climate Change Action Plan, and Parkland Dedication By-law. The motion also directs sharing with provincial and federal officials and other agencies. A by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings was also passed.
- Adopted motion 2021-153 to strengthen relationship with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and collaborate on Official Plan, Aggregate Rehabilitation, Climate Change Action Plan, and Parkland Dedication By-law review (8-0, 1 absent)
- Passed by-law BL-2021-78 to confirm proceedings of the meeting (8-0, 1 absent)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee recommended that Town Council request a Ministerial Zoning Order (MZO) for 12035 and 0 Dixie Road to permit warehousing, distribution, and industrial uses, citing the creation of 2,250 jobs. The Committee also recommended adoption of Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 16114 Airport Road, allowing residential, commercial, and seniors housing development. A zoning by-law amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive was referred back to staff for further discussion, and a report on additional planning resources was also referred back.
- Recommended MZO request for 12035 & 0 Dixie Road (industrial, 2,250 jobs)
- Recommended OPA 264 and zoning by-law for 16114 Airport Road (residential, commercial, seniors housing)
- Referred Blackthorn zoning by-law (12423 Coleraine Dr) back to staff
- Referred Planning Division resource report back to staff
- Recommended OPA 255 for Mayfield West Phase 2, Stage 2 (mixed-use community)
- Recommended zoning by-law for Brookvalley (12324 & 12505 McLaughlin Rd)
- Approved Designated Heritage Property Grant Program Fall 2021 recipients
- Recommended opposing Stylux development at Russell Mason Court & Old Church Rd (OLT)
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee will review the proposed 2022 Caledon OPP budget and 2023-2025 projections, along with several staff reports including the Orange Lodge reconstruction, events in Caledon, a fire training centre contract, the 2022 meeting schedule, and a financial variance report. A notice of motion from Councillor A. Groves asks Council to send a letter requesting international recognition of COVID-19 vaccination status for Canadians who received AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD or mixed doses. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19 public health orders.
The General Committee recommended approval of the proposed 2022 Caledon OPP operating and capital budgets, along with 2023-2025 projections, for adoption at the October 26 Town Council meeting. The committee also recommended directing staff to work with OPP and Peel Region on surveillance technology for crime hotspots, and approved several other items including a single-source contract for fire training centre administration and a letter on international vaccine recognition.
- Recommended approval of 2022 OPP operating budget and 2021 capital budget (to Council)
- Directed staff to work with OPP and Peel Region on mobile surveillance for crime hotspots (to Council)
- Approved single-source contract to ZAS Architects for fire training centre administration up to $150,000 (to Council)
- Recommended Orange Lodge reconstruction with $397,000 budget (to Council)
- Approved letter to federal/provincial governments on vaccine recognition for mixed/AstraZeneca recipients (to Council)
- Approved delegation request from Avneet Dulay for future Council meeting
- Directed staff to prepare memo on Archbury Circle noise wall concerns (to Council)
- Supported resolutions on Save Eye Care and Long-Term Care Homes (to Council)
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual hearing to consider six minor variance applications and one consent (land severance) application. The meeting will be streamed online due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation by phone or email. Decisions will be made on these applications.
- Minor variance A 052-21: 15819 Winston Churchill Blvd — allow two dwellings, building height 11.95 m, driveway width 8.87 m
- Minor variance A 054-21: 7641 Mill Lane — allow building area 7%, height 13.72 m, two dwellings, driveway width 13.16 m
- Minor variance A 057-21: 17177 Highway 50 — reduce side yard to 0.6 m, planting strip 0.6 m, parking setbacks
- Minor variance A 060-21: 15717 Airport Road — allow three temporary sales structures and 26 parking spaces
- Consent B 007-21: 24 Larry Street — sever land into two parcels, each with 21.3 m frontage and 843.48 sq m area
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment approved six of seven applications for minor variances and one consent to sever, all with conditions except one. The only denial was for the full application at 7641 Mill Lane (A 054-21), which was lost on a 2-3 vote; a reduced version of that application was subsequently approved 4-1. All decisions were made at the October 13, 2021 electronic hearing.
- Approved A 052-21 at 15819 Winston Churchill Blvd (5-0): two dwellings, 11.95m height, 8.87m driveway
- Denied A 054-21 at 7641 Mill Lane full application (2-3): 7% building area, 13.72m height, two dwellings, 13.16m driveway
- Approved A 054-21 reduced application (4-1): 13.72m height, two dwellings, 13.16m driveway
- Approved A 057-21 at 17177 Highway 50 (5-0): 0.6m side yard, 0.6m planting strip, parking setbacks
- Approved A 058-21 at 6000 Highway 9 (5-0): 8.2m front yard, 3.7m rear yard, 2.6m side yard, 2.6m planting strip
- Approved A 059-21 at 16644 Mount Pleasant Rd (5-0): 8.5m interior setback, 7.75% building area
- Approved A 060-21 at 15717 Airport Rd (5-0): three temporary sales structures, 26 parking spaces
- Approved B 007-21 at 24 Larry St (5-0): consent to sever into two parcels
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider draft plans of condominium for 0 Kennedy Road in Ward 2. The proposal includes a common elements condominium with roads, parking, walkways, and amenities, plus a standard condominium with 28 townhouses, 21 residential units, and 7 commercial units. Written comments from a member of the public have been submitted for consideration.
- Draft plan of condominium for 0 Kennedy Road, Ward 2
- 28 back-to-back stacked townhouses
- 21 dwelling units in mixed-use building
- 7 commercial units
- Written comments from K. Wyroba
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting to receive input on proposed draft plan of condominium applications for 0 Kennedy Road, Ward 2. No decision was made; the item was for public input only. Written comments were received and noted as part of the public record.
- Held public meeting for draft plan of condominium at 0 Kennedy Road (no vote)
- Received written comments from Karolina Wyrobe into public record
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings on three proposed developments in Ward 5: a plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 84 single detached homes near 9229 5th Sideroad, a zoning amendment to allow a 5-storey hotel at 12476 Highway 50, and an official plan and zoning amendment for two six-storey apartment buildings (240 units) and two three-storey townhouse blocks (10 units) at 12148 Albion Vaughan Road. The committee will hear registered delegates and consider written comments on these applications.
- Draft plan of subdivision for 84 single detached dwellings, a park block, and internal streets at 9229 5th Sideroad and adjacent streets
- Zoning by-law amendment to permit a 5-storey hotel at 12476 Highway 50
- Official plan and zoning amendment for 240 apartment units and 10 townhouse units at 12148 Albion Vaughan Road
- Public delegates registered: Tony Bosco, Niki Gallo, Betty de Groot, Monty Wilson
- Written comments submitted by Cory C., Sandra Cianchetti, and Robert Gregoris
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting to hear presentations on three proposed developments: a mixed residential subdivision at 9229 5th Sideroad, a 5-storey hotel at 12476 Highway 50, and a mixed apartment/townhouse development at 12148 Albion Vaughan Road. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was for public input only.
- No formal decisions made; public meeting only
Heritage Caledon
This agenda for the Heritage Caledon meeting on October 4, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special electronic meeting of the Town of Caledon Council. The main item is a visioning workshop on the Future Caledon Official Plan review, including discussion of the Region of Peel 2051 Official Plan Review and settlement area boundary expansion, town urban structure, transportation and servicing, and aggregate policy. Council will also hold a confidential session on solicitor-client advice regarding the Peel 2051 review, and consider a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.
- Future Caledon Official Plan Council Visioning Workshop presentation
- Region of Peel 2051 Official Plan Review and Settlement Area Boundary Expansion
- Town Urban Structure, Transportation and Servicing Update, Aggregate Policy Review
- Confidential session: solicitor-client advice on Peel 2051 Regional Official Plan Review
- BL-2021-77: by-law to confirm proceedings of the October 4, 2021 Council meeting
The special meeting was primarily a workshop on the Official Plan Review, with presentations on growth, transportation, servicing, and aggregate policy. No substantive decisions were made on those topics. Council did vote to release a confidential draft correspondence regarding the Peel 2051 Regional Official Plan Review to the public, send it to the Region of Peel as the Town's comments, and forward copies to provincial officials.
- Approved motion 2021-151 to release confidential Peel 2051 correspondence to public (6-0)
- Approved sending correspondence to Region of Peel as Town's comments (6-0)
- Approved sending copies to Minister Steve Clark, MPP Sylvia Jones, and all Peel MPPs (6-0)
- Approved by-law 2021-77 confirming proceedings (6-0)
- Entered confidential session for solicitor-client privileged advice (6-1)
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting with a confidential session (3 p.m.) covering solicitor-client privileged advice on Castlederg Sideroad investigations, labour relations on group insurance, and a vaccination policy update. The open session (6 p.m.) includes committee reports, a presentation on the Treat Accessibly Initiative, and several by-laws, including extending the mandatory face mask by-law and assuming multiple roads. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions beyond the listed by-laws and routine reports.
- BL-2021-68: Amend COVID-19 Mandatory Face Mask By-law 2020-47
- BL-2021-75: Zoning amendment for 8281 and 0 Healey Road, Ward 5
- BL-2021-70 to 73: Assume roads on Plans 43R-36253, 43M-1049, 43M-1050, 43M-1391
- BL-2021-74: Repeal by-laws 75-36 and 83-79 on stock car races and motor vehicle races
- Memorandum on Highway 10 and Olde Base Line traffic concerns
Council adopted the 2022 proposed budget target (5-2) and approved numerous committee recommendations, including zoning by-law amendments, heritage designations, and a $15,000 grant to the Caledon Chamber of Commerce. Council also waived $1,600 in soccer field light fees for the Caledon East Soccer Club and directed staff to support the Treat Accessibly Initiative.
- Adopted 2022 Proposed Budget Target (5-2)
- Approved $15,000 grant to Caledon Chamber of Commerce for Post COVID-19 Recovery Business Plan (8-0)
- Waived $1,600 soccer field light fees for Caledon East Soccer Club (7-0)
- Approved zoning by-law amendment for 8281 and 0 Healey Road (7-0)
- Approved heritage designation for 18030 Centreville Creek Road (7-0)
- Removed 5894 Old School Road from Heritage Register (7-0)
- Directed staff to support Treat Accessibly Initiative (7-0)
- Approved by-laws to assume several roads and repeal motor racing by-laws (8-0)
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and potentially decide on several staff reports, including the proposed 2022 budget target, a capital status update, and a green fleet strategy. They will also consider a by-law repeal, a single-source software contract, and a building permit grant. The meeting includes delegations, presentations, and correspondence items, with some confidential matters scheduled for closed session.
- Staff Report 2021-0283: 2022 Proposed Budget Target
- Staff Report 2021-0284: 2021 Q2 Capital Status Update and Closed Capital
- Staff Report 2021-0310: Single Source Contract Award for CentralSquare Property Tax Software Purchase
- Staff Report 2021-0330: Proposed By-law to Repeal Stock Car Races, Go-Carts, Drag Strips By-law 75-36 and Motor Vehicle Racing By-law 83-79
- Notice of Motion: Building Permit Grant of $153.00 for Kinsmen Club of Bolton gazebo renovation
The General Committee recommended a 2022 budget target tax increase of about 4% for the Town and endorsed moving to multi-year budgeting for the next term. It also recommended closing 72 capital projects with a net surplus of $919,824.87, approving a single-source contract for new tax software, and adopting a Green Fleet Strategy. All recommendations go to Town Council on September 28, 2021.
- Approved 2022 budget target tax increase of 4% (recommended to Council)
- Approved closing 72 capital projects with $919,824.87 surplus transfer (recommended)
- Approved single-source contract to CentralSquare for tax software, +$125,000 (recommended)
- Adopted Proposed Green Fleet Strategy (recommended)
- Approved converting aquatic casual wages to 2 full-time positions (recommended)
- Approved by-law to repeal stock car racing by-laws 75-36 and 83-79 (recommended)
- Approved interest-free payment plan for Heilman fire invoice (recommended)
- Approved supporting Hamilton's resolution on construction noise exemption expiry (recommended)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will consider two zoning by-law amendments, a heritage designation, and a heritage register removal. It will also receive presentations on the Official Plan update and aggregate policy, and discuss public ownership of environmental lands. A confidential session is scheduled for a land acquisition related to Mayfield West Phase 2 infrastructure.
- Zoning by-law amendment for 8281 and 0 Healey Road (Ward 4)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive and 0 Simpson Road (Ward 5)
- Proposed heritage designation for 18030 Centreville Creek Road (Ward 4)
- Removal of 5894 Old School Road from Heritage Register (Ward 2)
- Confidential item: Mayfield West Phase 2 infrastructure land acquisition (Ward 2)
The Planning and Development Committee recommended several items to Town Council, including a zoning by-law amendment for 8281 Healey Road, heritage designation for 18030 Centreville Creek Road, removal of 5894 Old School Road from the heritage register, and a land purchase for Mayfield West Phase 2 infrastructure. A staff report on public ownership of environmental lands was referred back for a future presentation, and a zoning amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive was deferred to October 19, 2021. No votes were recorded; all items were recommendations to Council.
- Recommended rezoning 8281 Healey Rd from industrial to new exception zones
- Recommended heritage designation for 18030 Centreville Creek Rd
- Recommended removing 5894 Old School Rd from heritage register
- Recommended authorizing land purchase for Mayfield West Phase 2 infrastructure
- Referred Staff Report 2021-0237 on environmental lands back for presentation
- Deferred zoning amendment for 12423 Coleraine Dr to Oct 19, 2021
Planning and Development Committee
This is a procedural meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The document contains only boilerplate interface text and no decisions, discussions, or proposals.
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual public hearing to decide on 10 minor variance applications and 1 consent application. The meeting will be streamed online due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation limited to electronic registration. Decisions will be made on property-specific requests for setbacks, building heights, lot coverage, and other zoning relief.
- A 009-21: 15A Marion Street — permit 34% building area, 5.6m front yard setback, 1.2m side yard, 9.2m driveway
- A 010-21: 8 Maple Street — permit reduced setbacks on retained lot and for existing aluminum shed
- A 023-21: 2285 Old School Road — permit 7.1% accessory building area, 6.1m height, 16.1m driveway
- A 030-21: 12419 Torbram Road — permit 6.51m accessory structure height, 16m driveway
- B 007-19: 8 Maple Street — sever 808.34 sq m to create new residential lot
The Committee of Adjustment approved eight of ten applications, including minor variances, consents, and parking relief, and refused two. All votes were recorded, with one member absent. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Approved minor variance A 009-21 at 15A Marion Street (5-0)
- Approved minor variance A 010-21 at 8 Maple Street with conditions (5-0)
- Conditionally approved consent B 007-19 at 8 Maple Street to sever a lot (4-1)
- Refused minor variance A 023-21 at 2285 Old School Road (5-0)
- Refused minor variance A 030-21 at 12419 Torbram Road (2-3), then approved it on a second motion (3-2)
- Approved minor variance A 042-21 at 77 Ernest Biason Boulevard for two parking spaces (5-0)
- Approved minor variance A 043-21 at 0 & 65 Simpson Road for lot coverage (6-0)
- Approved minor variance A 045-21 at 0 Old Church Road with conditions (5-0)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting on a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 8186 King Street in Ward 4, which would change the property from Agricultural (A1) to Serviced Industrial Exception XXX (MS-XXX) and Environmental Policy Area 1 Zone Exception XXX (EPA1-XXX) to allow a Contractor's Facility, Business Office, and Accessory Open Storage Area. The committee will also receive correspondence on Bill 108, a request to eliminate the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, and a Clean Water Act source protection committee appointment process.
- Public meeting on zoning by-law amendment for 8186 King Street, Ward 4
- Proposed change from Agricultural (A1) to Serviced Industrial Exception XXX (MS-XXX) and Environmental Policy Area 1 Zone Exception XXX (EPA1-XXX)
- Correspondence: Town of Caledon comments on Bill 108 - More Homes and More Choices Act, 2019
- Correspondence: Town of Halton Hills resolution letter requesting elimination of Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT)
- Correspondence: Region of Peel letter on Ontario Source Protection Committee member appointment process
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting for a proposed zoning by-law amendment at 8186 King Street, Ward 4, but took no decision on it. The committee recommended that staff prepare a report on the impacts of eliminating the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) for Council's consideration, and endorsed the Region of Peel's nominee for the Source Protection Committee.
- Recommended staff report on Ontario Land Tribunal changes to Council
- Endorsed Region of Peel's nominee for Source Protection Committee
Heritage Caledon
Heritage Caledon is meeting electronically to discuss heritage matters, including a proposed heritage designation for a property on Centreville Creek and a recommendation to remove a property on Old School Road from the heritage register. The committee will also receive updates on subcommittees, the Orange Lodge landscape plan, and the Downtown Bolton Task Force, plus review town comments on provincial heritage act amendments.
- Proposed heritage designation for 18030 Centreville Creek, Ward 4 (Staff Report 2021-0343)
- Recommendation to remove 5894 Old School Road, Ward 2 from heritage register (Staff Report 2021-0353)
- Verbal update on Caledon East Community Centre proposed landscape plan (Orange Lodge)
- Town comments on Ontario Heritage Act amendments (Ontario Regulation 385/21)
- Receipt of June 7, 2021 meeting minutes
The Heritage Caledon Committee approved a Notice of Intention to Designate the property at 18030 Centreville Creek Road under the Ontario Heritage Act, and authorized staff to publish and serve the notice. If no objections are received during the 30-day public objection period, a by-law will be enacted to designate the property, and a Heritage Easement Agreement will be entered into with the property owner. The committee also approved removing the listed, non-designated property at 5894 Old School Road from the Town of Caledon Heritage Register. Both decisions were carried by a recorded vote of 5 yes, 0 no, 0 conflict, with 4 absent.
- Approved a Notice of Intention to Designate 18030 Centreville Creek Road under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Authorized staff to publish and serve the Notice of Intention to Designate for 18030 Centreville Creek Road.
- Directed that a by-law be enacted to designate 18030 Centreville Creek Road if no objections are received during the 30-day public objection period.
- Directed that a Heritage Easement Agreement be endorsed and entered into between the Town and the property owner upon designation of 18030 Centreville Creek Road.
- Approved removal of 5894 Old School Road from the Town of Caledon Heritage Register pursuant to Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Received the June 7, 2021 Heritage Caledon Committee Meeting Report.
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Caledon Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to hear presentations on the Treat Accessibly inclusive Halloween initiative, the Rotary Place Seniors Expansion Project, and a Single-Use Plastics Strategy. The committee will also receive verbal updates on the Age Friendly Caledon Action Plan and the Site Plan Review Working Group, plus minutes from its June 7, 2021 meeting.
- Presentation by Rich Padulo on Treat Accessibly inclusive Halloween initiative
- Presentation by Derek Mumford on Rotary Place Seniors Expansion Project with floor and site plans
- Presentation by Katelyn Tozer on Single-Use Plastics Strategy
- Verbal update on Age Friendly Caledon Action Plan
- Verbal update on Site Plan Review Working Group
The Accessibility Advisory Committee received the June 7, 2021 minutes and heard presentations on the Treat Accessibly initiative, the Rotary Place Seniors Expansion Project, and the Single-Use Plastics Strategy. The committee voted to invite Rich Padulo, founder of Treat Accessibly, to present at the September 28, 2021 Town Council meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the remaining items were informational updates.
- Received the June 7, 2021 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes (carried 3-0-0-1).
- Approved inviting Rich Padulo to present at the September 28, 2021 Town Council meeting (carried 3-0-0-1).
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual hearing on August 18, 2021, to consider five minor variance applications and one consent application. The meeting will be streamed live due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation by phone or email registration.
- A 038-21: 100 Agrocorp Road — permit 131 parking spaces and 3.95m rear yard setback
- A 039-21: 41 Snellview Boulevard — permit 53% building area and 6.9m rear yard setback
- A 040-21: 76 Simpson Road — permit 5.04m rear and 1.55m interior setbacks for accessory structure
- A 041-21: 166 Victoria Street — permit 31% building area and 2.80m interior side yard
- B 009-21: Osprey Mills Property, Alton — create easements for Homeowners Association landscaping and entry features
The Committee of Adjustment approved all six applications on the agenda, including five minor variance requests and one consent application for easements. All approvals were carried with recorded votes of 4-0, with two members absent. No applications were denied or tabled.
- Approved A 038-21 at 100 Agrocorp Rd for 131 parking spaces and 3.95m rear yard setback (4-0)
- Approved A 039-21 at 41 Snellview Blvd for 53% building area and 6.8m rear yard setback (4-0)
- Approved A 040-21 at 76 Simpson Rd for accessory structure setbacks of 5.04m rear and 1.55m interior (4-0)
- Approved A 041-21 at 166 Victoria St for 31% building area and 2.80m interior side yard (4-0)
- Approved A 044-21 at 15466 The Gore Rd for driveway setback 0m, width 9.2m, height 11.9m, building area 800 sq m (4-0)
- Conditionally approved B 009-21 at Osprey Mills for landscape and entry feature easements (4-0)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings on two development proposals: a mixed-use apartment complex on Highway 50 and Industrial Road, and a 22-lot estate subdivision in Palgrave. The committee will hear from registered speakers and consider written comments before making any decisions.
- Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 12599, 12563, 12585 Highway 50 and 2 Industrial Road to allow five apartment buildings (18-32 storeys) with ground-floor commercial uses
- Proposed draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 0 Mount Pleasant and 10261 Highway 9 to create 22 single-detached lots in Palgrave
- Public hearing for the Highway 50 proposal with one registered speaker and one written submission
- Public hearing for the Mount Pleasant/Highway 9 proposal with three registered speakers
- Correspondence regarding elimination of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT)
The committee held a public meeting to receive input on two development applications but made no decisions. The first proposal is for five mixed-use apartment buildings (18-32 storeys) at 12599, 12563, 12585 Highway 50 and 2 Industrial Road in Bolton. The second is for a 22-lot estate residential subdivision at 0 Mount Pleasant and 10261 Highway 9 in Palgrave. Public comments raised concerns about traffic, environment, and well water impacts. The meeting was procedural only; no votes or approvals occurred.
- No decisions made; public meeting held for two development applications
- Heard presentation for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment at Highway 50 and Industrial Road (Bolton)
- Heard presentation for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment at Mount Pleasant and Highway 9 (Palgrave)
- Received public comments on both applications
- Deferred correspondence on LPAT elimination to next meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several minor variance and consent applications. Items include requests for accessory structures, pool cabanas, parking spaces, and lot severances.
- Minor variance for 7 Peace Court to permit a 4.14 metre encroachment into a natural area
- Minor variance for 14 Humber Trail to increase structural envelope by 413.5 square metres
- Minor variance for 101 Abbotside Way to permit 18 parking spaces
- Consent application for 19904 Main Street to sever approximately 1,601 square metres
- Consent application for 19904 Main Street to sever approximately 1,834 square metres
Council Meeting
Caledon Town Council is meeting electronically to consider several by-laws, including a new ward boundary configuration, a fire department by-law, and a debenture with the Region of Peel. The council will also hold a confidential session to discuss legal advice on the Strawberry Hill retaining wall, a potential land acquisition along the Orangeville-Brampton Railway corridor, and litigation related to the CCRW Youth Centre expansion. Public delegations and presentations on the Official Plan Review and rural settlement area boundary expansion are also scheduled.
- By-law BL-2021-62 to establish a new ward boundary configuration and supersede By-laws 87-249 and 97-31
- By-law BL-2021-61 to establish and regulate a fire department, repealing By-law 2014-075
- By-law BL-2021-63 to authorize issuance of a debenture with the Regional Municipality of Peel
- Confidential report 2021-0265 on proposed acquisition of land for the Orangeville-Brampton Railway corridor
- Presentations on Official Plan Review and Rural Settlement Area Boundary Expansion for Caledon Village Properties and Mansrin Ltd. (16494 Innis Lake Road)
Council approved funding and a single-source contract for engineering work to stabilize the gabion basket retaining wall at 54-60 Strawberry Hill Court, including $40,000 for investigation and $100,000 for consulting services, funded from the Tax Funded Capital Contingency Reserve. Council also authorized staff to proceed with confidential directions on land acquisition for the Orangeville-Brampton Railway Corridor and litigation related to the CCRW Youth Centre Expansion Project. Additionally, Council adopted several General Committee recommendations, including a debenture for the Enhanced Roads Program and a by-law for a new ward boundary configuration.
- Approved $40,000 for investigating the Strawberry Hill Court retaining wall condition, funded from Tax Funded Capital Contingency Reserve.
- Approved $100,000 for consulting engineering services to stabilize the retaining wall at 54-60 Strawberry Hill Court, funded from Tax Funded Capital Contingency Reserve.
- Awarded a single source contract to WSP Canada Inc. for engineering design of the retaining wall stabilization, estimated at $100,000.
- Authorized staff to proceed with confidential directions on the proposed acquisition of land for the Orangeville-Brampton Railway Corridor, with $50,000 in new capital funding.
- Authorized staff to proceed with confidential directions on the CCRW Youth Centre Expansion Project litigation.
- Adopted General Committee recommendations including the Enhanced Roads Program debenture, Fill By-law exemption, and Development Charges Background Study update.
- Adopted a recommendation to award a single source contract for Government Relations services.
- Passed by-laws including a new ward boundary configuration and a debenture with the Regional Municipality of Peel.
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to consider a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive and 0 Simpson Road in Ward 5. The amendment would change the zoning from Prestige Industrial (MP) to Prestige Industrial - Temporary XX (MP-TXX) to allow a contractor's facility for three years. Public comments and written submissions will be heard.
- Proposed zoning by-law amendment for temporary use at 12423 Coleraine Drive and 0 Simpson Road
- Change from Prestige Industrial (MP) to Prestige Industrial - Temporary XX (MP-TXX)
- Temporary permit for a contractor's facility for three years
- Public speaker: Jonathan Rodger
- Written submissions from Mars Canada Inc. and BoltCol
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting to hear input on a proposed temporary-use zoning by-law amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive and 0 Simpson Road, Ward 5. No decision was made; the item was only discussed. Public comments raised concerns about the contractor's facility's compatibility with the area's Prestige Industrial zoning.
- Held public meeting on proposed temporary-use zoning amendment for 12423 Coleraine Drive and 0 Simpson Road
- Received presentation from applicant Blackthorn Development Corp. on the proposal
- Heard public comments from BoltCol Holdings North Inc. and South Inc. representative expressing concerns
- Received written comments from Mars Canada Inc., BoltCol, Ontario Holdings Ltd., and ONE Properties
- No vote or decision taken on the proposed amendment
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and potentially decide on several staff reports, including updates to the 2019 Development Charges Background Study and By-law, a single-source contract for gypsy moth management, and a debenture for the Enhanced Roads Program. The agenda also includes presentations on the Caledon Public Library's strategic plan and gypsy moth management, plus a notice of motion to waive certain sports field permit fees for local affiliate groups.
- Staff Report 2021-0198: Updates to the 2019 Development Charges Background Study and By-law
- Staff Report 2021-0270: Management of Lymantria Dispar Dispar (Gypsy Moth) and Single Source Contract Award
- Staff Report 2021-0041: Enhanced Roads Program Debenture
- Notice of Motion: Waiving permit fees for outdoor sports fields for affiliate groups, including $1,827.04 for Caledon Minor Baseball Association, $2,301.62 for Caledon Soccer Club, and $1,541.65 for Bolton Wanderers Soccer Club
- Staff Report 2021-0295: Fill By-law Exemption Request – 781 Charleston Sideroad
The General Committee recommended Town Council adopt a $4,000,000 debenture for the Enhanced Roads Program, funded by the Region of Peel. It also approved a single-source contract for a bucket truck and pre-approved $283,198 for staffing and $100,000 for ground spray to manage Lymantria Dispar Dispar (gypsy moth). The committee recommended amendments to the Woodland Conservation By-law and approved a $300,000 contract for government relations services. All items are subject to final approval at the July 13, 2021 Council meeting.
- Approved $4,000,000 debenture for Enhanced Roads Program, funded by Region of Peel, term up to 11 years.
- Approved exemption to Fill By-law 2007-59 for fill placement at 781 Charleston Sideroad (Option 1).
- Approved updates to Development Charges Background Study and By-law, effective July 14, 2021.
- Approved Public Sector Network 2021 Proposed Operating Budget.
- Waived permit fees for outdoor sports fields for Town affiliate groups from June 12 to June 30, 2021, including specific amounts for three clubs.
- Approved staffing and equipment for LDD management, including $283,198 budget impact and $100,000 for ground spray.
- Awarded single source contract to Allan Fyfe Equipment Limited for bucket truck up to $190,000.
- Approved single source contract to StrategyCorp Inc. for government relations services, $300,000 funded from reserves and development charges.
Planning and Development Committee
This agenda for the Caledon Planning and Development Committee meeting on July 6, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. No specific projects, rezonings, contracts, or other actionable matters are listed.
Special Town Council Meeting
This special electronic meeting focuses on the Ward Boundary Review, with a presentation by consultants Watson & Associates Economists Limited and a staff report on the final findings. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Ward Boundary Review presentation by Dr. Robert Williams and Jack Ammendolia
- Staff Report 2021-0266: Ward Boundary Review - Final Report
- By-law BL-2021-60 to confirm council proceedings
Council selected and approved Option 1B as the new ward system configuration, effective for the 2022 Municipal Election, with amendments to include Campbell's Cross in Ward 1 and to conduct a Ward Boundary Review for the 2030 election. Council also approved Option 2 for the composition and representation of the two Regional Councillors. A by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings was passed.
- Approved Option 1B as the new ward system configuration for the 2022 Municipal Election (motion 2021-116, as amended).
- Added a requirement to conduct a Ward Boundary Review in preparation for the 2030 Municipal Election (Amendment #1, carried 8-0-1).
- Amended Option 1B to include Campbell's Cross settlement area in Ward 1 (Amendment #3, carried 5-4).
- Rejected replacing Option 1B with Option 1C (Amendment #2, lost 4-5).
- Approved Option 2 for the composition and representation of the two Regional Councillors (motion 2021-117).
- Rejected replacing Option 2 with Option 1 for Regional representation (Amendment #1, lost 1-8).
- Passed by-law BL-2021-60 to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting (motion 2021-118).
Council Meeting
Caledon Town Council meets electronically on June 22, 2021, with a confidential session at 3 p.m. and open session at 6 p.m. Council will consider the proposed purchase of 1248 Mayfield Road (Alloa Public School) in Ward 2, amendments to the COVID-19 mandatory face covering by-law, and several by-laws including zoning changes and road assumptions. The agenda also includes committee reports, correspondence, and a COVID-19 update from Peel Public Health.
- Proposed land purchase of 1248 Mayfield Road (Alloa Public School), Ward 2
- BL-2021-51: amend COVID-19 Mandatory Face Covering By-law 2020-47
- BL-2021-52: area-specific development charges for storm sewer on Coleraine Drive
- BL-2021-55: amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2006-50 re transportation depots, commercial vehicles, open storage, trailers, driveways
- BL-2021-57/58: establish public highways named Tim Manley Avenue
Council authorized the purchase of 1248 Mayfield Road (Alloa Public School) from the Peel District School Board, including an agreement of purchase and sale, a lease agreement, and funding for a new capital project. Council also approved a 6% merit increase for the Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting included adoption of several committee recommendations and by-laws, including amendments to the COVID-19 face covering by-law.
- Approved acquisition of 1248 Mayfield Road (Alloa Public School) and authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute purchase and lease agreements with Peel District School Board.
- Approved a 6% merit increase for the Chief Administrative Officer.
- Adopted amendments to COVID-19 Mandatory Face Covering By-law 2020-47.
- Approved Caledon East Community Complex Expansion with an added outdoor rink, increasing project funding by $2,829,074.
- Approved consent items including Old Bolton Fire Hall Renovation, Monetary and Non-Monetary Donation Policy, and license agreements for Melville White Church, Old Caledon Township Hall, and Kin Centre.
- Approved pre-approval for 2022 Fleet and Heavy Equipment purchases and motions supporting Vision Zero and Peel's Road Safety Strategic Plan.
- Approved consent items including a new Fire and Emergency Services by-law, a new Write-Off Policy, and Accessibility Advisory Committee reports.
- Passed by-laws including BL-2021-51 (face covering), BL-2021-52 (Coleraine storm sewer charges), and BL-2021-55 (zoning amendments).
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual hearing on June 16, 2021, to decide on three minor variance applications and five consent (land severance) applications. The meeting will be streamed online due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation by phone or email registration.
- Minor variance A 012-21 at 86 Willow Street to allow 36.5% building area, 9.52m driveway, 8.9m front yard setback, 1.2m interior setback, 11.32m height
- Minor variance A 028-21 at 6215 Old Church Road to allow 1 parking space per 22 sq m for Caledon Civic Campus Masterplan
- Minor variance A 026-21 at 113 William Street to allow 0.9m interior side yard setback and 38% building area
- Consent B 024-20 at 11 Marion Street to sever 699.6 sq m for a residential lot plus drainage easement
- Consent B 001-21 and B 002-21 at 1100/1160 Boston Mills Road to sever 7.98 ha and 37.7 ha to merge with each other
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically to consider several staff reports, including updates on town road allowances for trails, a new fire and emergency services by-law, amendments to the COVID-19 face covering by-law, and a new write-off policy for unpaid fines. The committee will also receive advisory committee reports and correspondence, including a request to discuss retail cannabis dispensaries. Several items are confidential, including a lease assignment and litigation updates.
- Staff Report 2021-0058: Update on town road allowances for inclusion in trail system
- Staff Report 2021-0246: Proposed by-law to establish, maintain and operate fire and emergency services
- Staff Report 2021-0215: Proposed amendments to COVID-19 Mandatory Face Covering By-law 2020-47
- Staff Report 2021-0238: Proposed new write-off policy for unpaid fines and impacts of Bill 177
- Presentation request from Jordan Carlin to discuss retail cannabis dispensaries
The General Committee recommended several items to Town Council for adoption on June 22, 2021, including a new fire and emergency services by-law, a write-off policy for unpaid fines, and amendments to the COVID-19 face covering by-law. It also recommended that certain road allowances be considered for a future trails system. In confidential session, the committee recommended declining purchase negotiation rights for the Caledon Equestrian Park lease and consenting to assignment only under a new amending agreement.
- Recommended a new fire and emergency services by-law, repealing By-law 2014-75, and approved a fire prevention policy.
- Recommended a new write-off policy for unpaid fines and authorized supervisors to act as Clerk of the Court.
- Recommended urging the Attorney General to halt early resolution reforms in Bill 177, while supporting other reforms.
- Recommended amendments to COVID-19 Mandatory Face Covering By-law 2020-47.
- Recommended considering road allowances in Schedules B and C for a future trails system update.
- Recommended declining purchase negotiation rights for the Caledon Equestrian Park lease.
- Recommended consenting to lease assignment only with a new amending agreement and payment of fees.
- Delegated authority to the CAO to negotiate and approve the lease amending agreement.
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several staff reports, including a town-wide zoning by-law amendment, a draft plan approval extension for a Fortino development, and staffing requests to manage growth. The committee will also consider heritage designations and removals, and hear presentation requests related to the Official Plan review.
- Zoning by-law amendment (RZ 19-08) on driveway widths, trailer parking, transportation depots, contractor's facilities, open storage, and truck/trailer parking town-wide
- Draft plan approval extension for Fortino (6506216 Canada Limited), 67 Station Road, Bolton, Ward 5
- Proposed heritage designation of 14966 Torbram Road, Ward 2
- Removal from heritage register of 18390 Mountainview Road, Ward 1 and 3431 Old School Road, Ward 2 (with demolition permitted)
- Staffing requests to manage growth (Staff Report 2021-0271)
The Planning and Development Committee recommended several items to Town Council, including a zoning bylaw amendment on driveway widths and truck parking, approval of $368,289 in new permanent staffing, and removal of two properties from the Heritage Register. It also recommended extending a draft plan approval for a subdivision at 67 Station Road, Bolton, and designating 14966 Torbram Road as a heritage property. All recommendations are subject to Council adoption on June 22, 2021.
- Recommended zoning bylaw amendment on driveway widths, trailer parking, depots, and open storage
- Approved $368,289 in new permanent staffing, funded from reserves, capital recoveries, and development fees
- Recommended extending draft plan approval for Fortino subdivision at 67 Station Road, Bolton, to July 4, 2024
- Recommended removing 18390 Mountainview Road from Heritage Register
- Recommended removing 3431 Old School Road from Heritage Register and permitting demolition of dwelling and barn
- Recommended heritage designation of 14966 Torbram Road
- Approved presentation requests from Caledon Village Properties and Mansrin Ltd. on Official Plan Review
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically to receive a presentation and staff report on the final Ward Boundary Review. The committee will consider the report from Watson & Associates Economists Limited, which may lead to changes in ward boundaries. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.
- Ward Boundary Review Final Report presentation by Dr. Robert Williams and Jack Ammendolia of Watson & Associates Economists Limited
- Staff Report 2021-0266: Ward Boundary Review - Final Report with Schedule A
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and potentially decide on several staff reports, including a guaranteed maximum price contract for the Caledon East Community Complex expansion, renovation of the Old Bolton Fire Hall, pre-approval for 2022 fleet purchases, a donation policy, license agreements for community buildings, and a development charge by-law renewal. The agenda also includes presentations and correspondence items for information.
- Staff Report 2021-0193: Caledon East Community Complex Expansion – Guaranteed Maximum Price Contract
- Staff Report 2021-0158: Old Bolton Fire Hall Renovation
- Staff Report 2021-0229: Pre-approval for the Purchase of 2022 Fleet and Heavy Equipment
- Staff Report 2021-0011: Monetary and Non-Monetary Donation Policy
- Staff Report 2021-0180: Coleraine Storm Sewer Area Specific Development Charge By-law Renewal
The General Committee recommended Town Council approve a $25,019,347 Guaranteed Maximum Price Contract with Ball Construction Limited for the Caledon East Community Complex expansion, along with a $3,026,935 capital budget increase. It also recommended approving several other items, including the Old Bolton Fire Hall renovation ($7,479,800), a donation policy, license agreements for community facilities, and pre-approval of 2022 fleet purchases. All recommendations are subject to Council adoption on June 22, 2021.
- Recommended $25,019,347 contract with Ball Construction for CECC expansion
- Recommended $3,026,935 capital budget increase for CECC project #18-036
- Recommended $7,479,800 capital project for Old Bolton Fire Hall renovation
- Recommended approval of Monetary and Non-Monetary Donation Policy
- Recommended 5-year license agreements for Melville White Church, Old Caledon Township Hall, and Kin Centre
- Recommended no changes to Coleraine Storm Sewer Area Specific Development Charge By-law
- Recommended pre-approval of 2022 fleet purchases totaling $4,662,643
- Recommended support for Region of Peel's Vision Zero Strategy resolution
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings for two proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments on Dixie Road in Ward 2. Both proposals would allow large e-commerce warehouse and distribution developments, totaling about 4.8 million square feet combined. The committee will hear from registered speakers and consider written submissions before any decisions.
- Public meeting for 12862 Dixie Road: proposed Official Plan Amendment to include lands in settlement boundary and redesignate from Prime Agricultural to General Industrial; zoning change to permit four industrial buildings totaling ~2,600,000 sq ft
- Public meeting for 12035 and 0 Dixie Road: proposed redesignation from Prime Agricultural to Prestige Industrial; zoning change to permit four industrial buildings totaling ~2,200,000 sq ft
- Registered speakers: Jenni LeForestier and Kathleen Wilson for 12862 Dixie Road; Kathleen Wilson for 12035 and 0 Dixie Road
- Written submission from Brian Perras for both applications
Heritage Caledon
Heritage Caledon is meeting electronically to discuss recommendations to remove two properties from the heritage register and to propose a new heritage designation. The committee will also receive updates on various heritage matters, including a proposed development and amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Recommendation to remove 18390 Mountainview Road, Ward 1 from Heritage Register
- Recommendation to remove 3431 Old School Road, Ward 2 from Heritage Register
- Proposed heritage designation for 14966 Torbram Road, Ward 2
- Update on proposed future development at 12035 Dixie Road, Ward 2
- Update on designation of 0 Centreville Creek Road, Ward 4 (Dingle Schoolhouse)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to receive updates and presentations. They will hear about the Caledon East Community Complex expansion and the proposed Laurier Community Park, and review the 2020-2021 accessibility site plan update. The meeting includes routine items like minutes and declarations of interest.
- Presentation on Caledon East Community Complex (CECC) Expansion Plan, Ward 3
- Presentation on Proposed Laurier Community Park, Ward 2, including playpit, splash pad, and playground graphics
- 2020-2021 Accessibility Site Plan Review Update
- Receipt of minutes from March 2, 2020 meeting
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings for two proposed developments. The first is a plan of subdivision on Chickadee Lane and nearby roads in Wards 4 and 5, with 154 residential units. The second is a proposal to rezone 6939 King Street in Ward 4 to allow a place of worship. The committee will hear registered speakers and consider written comments.
- Public meeting for proposed subdivision at 0 Emil Kolb Parkway, 550, 600, 615 Glasgow Road, and 13935-13999 Chickadee Lane: 154 units (151 townhouses, 1 single detached, 2 existing), roads, stormwater block, open space, and park block
- Public meeting for 6939 King Street: redesignation from Prime Agricultural Area to Rural Lands, rezoning from Small Agricultural Holdings (A3) to Institutional Exception (I-XXX) for a place of worship
- Registered speakers for Chickadee Lane: Stan Shabason, Teresa Prior
- Registered speakers for 6939 King Street: Shahveer Bhathen, Robert Tuttle, Diana Niklas, Dahaval Patel
- Written comments submitted by Stan Shabason for Chickadee Lane
Special Town Council Meeting
The special meeting was held to receive public input on two development charges studies: the Coleraine Drive Storm Sewer Area-Specific Development Charges Background Study and the Town-wide Development Charges Update Study. No public comments were received. Council passed By-law BL-2021-50 to confirm the meeting's proceedings in a 6-0 recorded vote, with three members absent.
- Passed By-law BL-2021-50 confirming May 26, 2021 council proceedings (6-0, 3 absent)
Council Meeting
Council is meeting electronically to consider several by-laws, including the 2021 property tax levy and tax ratios, plus amendments to reserve funds and employee appointments. The agenda also includes confidential items on the Senior of the Year award and staffing contracts, committee reports, and presentations on first responders and the Macville Lands at Caledon Station.
- BL-2021-44: by-law for levy and collection of 2021 property taxes
- BL-2021-45: by-law to establish 2021 tax ratios for property classes
- BL-2021-46: by-law to amend reserve funds consolidation by-law 2020-104
- BL-2021-47: by-law to assume Parr Boulevard and Simpson Road on Plan 43M-1660
- Presentation on Macville Lands at Caledon Station by Glen Schnarr and Jim Constantine
Council directed staff to investigate and monitor LDD moth infestations on Town property, with the Director of Operations given delegated authority to spend up to $100,000 from the tax-funded operating contingency reserve for urgent issues. Council also endorsed a request for a federal review of the Town of Erin's proposed wastewater treatment plant on the West Credit River, and approved several routine items including the 2021 property tax levy and tax ratios.
- Approved LDD moth action plan with $100K emergency spending authority (8-1)
- Endorsed federal review request for Erin's wastewater plant on West Credit River (9-0)
- Approved 2021 property tax levy by-law BL-2021-44 (8-0)
- Approved 2021 tax ratios by-law BL-2021-45 (8-0)
- Approved by-law to consolidate reserve funds BL-2021-46 (8-0)
- Approved by-law to assume Parr Boulevard and Simpson Road BL-2021-47 (8-0)
- Approved by-law to appoint employees to statutory positions BL-2021-48 (8-0)
- Approved minutes of April 26, April 27, May 4, and Special May 4 meetings (9-0)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic hearing to consider eight minor variance applications and one consent (lot line adjustment) application. The meeting is streamed live due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation by phone or email. One applicant has requested a deferral.
- A 020-21: 36 St Michaels Crescent — building separation of 0.5 m; deferral requested
- A 043-18: 6046 King Street — used motor vehicle sales, multiple setbacks, accessory dwelling unit up to 90% of gross floor area
- A 018-21: 19871 Hurontario Street — firing range
- A 024-21: 23 Queen Street North — reduce restaurant parking to 1 space, 0 delivery spaces
- B 003-21: 15535 Airport Road — 7.83 ha sever to merge with Triple Crown subdivision for storm water facility
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee will consider staff reports on proposed fireworks by-law changes, 2021 property tax rates and ratios, and several 2020 year-end financial items including operating budget variance, lease financing, and reserve fund balances. The committee will also receive presentations on the Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan and hear a delegation from the Canadian National Fireworks Association regarding the fireworks by-law. Other items include the 2021 Community Green Fund, Energy Revolving Fund projects, and various correspondence and memorandums.
- Proposed recommended changes to the Fireworks By-law (Staff Report 2021-0117)
- 2021 Property Tax Rates (Staff Report 2021-0082)
- 2021 Property Tax Ratios (Staff Report 2021-0084)
- 2020 Year End Operating Budget Variance (Staff Report 2021-0151)
- Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan (Staff Report 2021-0157)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting electronically to receive a presentation on an agricultural trends study for planning policy, and to consider staff reports on the Caledon GO Rail line, Greenbelt expansion consultation, and a heritage property grant program. The committee will also review a heritage permit for Belfountain Conservation Area and enter a confidential session on a proposed land acquisition.
- Presentation: The Road to 2051 - Agricultural Trends Study for Planning Policy
- Staff Report 2021-0201: Caledon GO Rail Line Status Update
- Staff Report 2021-0192: Consultation on growing the size of the Greenbelt
- Staff Report 2021-0172: Designated Heritage Property Grant Program - Spring 2021
- Heritage Permit for Belfountain Conservation Area (Mack's Park), 10 Credit Street, Ward 1
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee reviewed the 2020 Audited Financial Statements and recommended that Town Council approve them. The recommendation will be considered at the May 25, 2021 Council meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (to Council)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings for two proposed draft plans of subdivision and zoning by-law amendments in Ward 4. The first is for 0 Mount Hope Road, proposing 29 estate residential lots, and the second is for 0 Highway 9, proposing 22 estate residential lots. The committee will hear registered speakers and consider written comments before any decisions.
- Public meeting for 0 Mount Hope Road: 29 estate residential lots, environmental block, new roads, connection to Mount Hope Road (Castlemore Corporation)
- Public meeting for 0 Highway 9: 22 estate residential lots, reforestation areas, extension of Walter Brown Drive to Mount Pleasant Road, stormwater block, widening/reserves along Highway 9 and Mount Pleasant Road (1685078 Ontario Inc.)
- Registered speakers: Kathleen Wilson (both items), Erica McNiece and Brad Hayhoe (Highway 9 item)
- Written comments from Angelo Carlucci on the Mount Hope Road item
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding public meetings on two proposed draft plans of subdivision in Ward 2. The first, at 12259 Chinguacousy Road, would create 504 residential units with roads, parks, and affordable housing blocks. The second, at 0 McLaughlin Road, would create 393 residential units with a school, park, and stormwater pond. The committee is hearing public input but not making final decisions at this meeting.
- Public meeting for 504-unit subdivision at 12259 Chinguacousy Road, Ward 2
- Public meeting for 393-unit subdivision at 0 McLaughlin Road, Ward 2
- Affordable housing blocks for Region of Peel and Habitat for Humanity at Chinguacousy Road site
- Elementary school and community park included in McLaughlin Road proposal
Council Meeting
The Town of Caledon Council is meeting electronically on May 4, 2021. The main agenda item is a presentation and memorandum on new provincial regulations regarding excess soil and their potential impacts on the town. The meeting also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the council meeting.
- Presentation on new provincial regulations regarding excess soil
- Memorandum from Mark Sraga, Director, Building and Municipal Law Enforcement Services/CBO, reviewing Ontario's excess soil regulations
- By-law BL-2021-40 to confirm the proceedings of the council meeting
Special Town Council Meeting
This special electronic meeting of Caledon Town Council includes a staff report and by-law to authorize expropriation of lands at 0 McLaughlin Road for public infrastructure works, including road widening and a servicing corridor. Council will also consider changes to the 2021 meeting schedule and an internet rebate program. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19 public health orders.
- Expropriation of lands at 0 McLaughlin Road for widening and Tim Manley Avenue construction (Staff Report 2021-0206, By-law BL-2021-41)
- Proposed changes to 2021 Council and Committee meeting schedule, June to December (Staff Report 2021-0205)
- Internet Rebate Program discussion (Staff Report 2021-0209)
- By-law BL-2021-42 to amend Procedural By-law 2015-108
- By-law BL-2021-43 to confirm proceedings of the May 4, 2021 meeting
Heritage Caledon
Heritage Caledon is meeting electronically to consider a heritage permit application for the Belfountain Conservation Area (Mack's Park) at 10 Credit Street, Ward 1. The committee will also receive a presentation on the project's Phase I scope and hear updates on the Heritage Grant Program and Pinkney House.
- Heritage Permit Application for Belfountain Conservation Area (Mack's Park), 10 Credit Street, Ward 1 (Staff Report 2021-0175)
- Presentation on Belfountain Conservation Area Phase I – Heritage Permit Scope by Credit Valley Conservation Authority
- Heritage Grant Program update
- Pinkney House, 17923 Shaw's Creek Road, Ward 1 update
Council Meeting
Caledon Town Council meets electronically to consider several by-laws, including zoning amendments for cannabis-related uses, and to receive presentations and reports on the Affordable Housing Strategy and the Resilient Caledon Climate Change Action Plan. The meeting includes a confidential session for negotiations and staffing contracts, followed by an open session with public delegations and committee reports.
- By-laws BL-2021-34, -36, -38 to permit cannabis and hemp uses in industrial, agricultural, and rural areas and apply site plan control
- Zoning by-law amendments for 7904 Mayfield Road, 0 Mount Pleasant Road, and 12324/12502 McLaughlin Road
- Presentation and memorandum on the Affordable Housing Strategy
- 2021 update to the Town-wide Development Charge Background Study and By-law
- 2021 Capital Project 21-042: Surface Treatment - Micro Surfacing Contract Extension
Council adopted the Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan Update, adding amendments requiring consultation with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation for aggregate licenses, cumulative impact studies, and review of extraction below the water table. Council also approved several consent items, including zoning by-law amendments for cannabis and other uses, and directed staff to develop an Internet Re-bate Program. A motion to refer the cannabis-related Official Plan and zoning amendments back to staff was defeated.
- Adopted Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan Update with amendments (9-0)
- Directed staff to develop an Internet Re-bate Program (8-0, 1 absent)
- Approved consent items including Events Strategy 2021 and Traffic By-law amendments (9-0)
- Adopted zoning by-law amendments for cannabis, country inns, and agricultural uses (9-0)
- Appointed three business owner representatives to Downtown Bolton Task Force (8-1)
- Reduced Downtown Bolton Task Force term from 36 to 24 months (9-0)
- Defeated motion to refer cannabis-related Official Plan and zoning amendments back to staff (1-8)
- Approved minutes of March 30, 2021 Council meeting (9-0)
Council Meeting
This is a regular Council meeting held electronically due to COVID-19. The main item is a presentation on Future Caledon, covering the Region of Peel 2041+ Official Plan, the Town's Official Plan, a multi-modal transportation plan, and an employment strategy. The only by-law is a routine confirmation of proceedings. No other decisions are on the agenda.
- Presentation on Future Caledon: Region of Peel 2041+ Official Plan, Town of Caledon Official Plan, Multi-Modal Transportation Plan, Employment Strategy
- By-law BL-2021-25 to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting
Council received presentations on the Future Caledon Official Plan Review, including updates from the Region of Peel, an employment strategy, a multi-modal transportation plan, and coordination efforts. No substantive decisions were made during the presentations. Council passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting, with a recorded vote of 9-0.
- Approved by-law BL-2021-25 to confirm proceedings (9-0)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and potentially decide on several proposed zoning by-law and official plan amendments, including town-wide changes related to cannabis, country inns, building area, and agricultural lots, as well as driveway widths and truck parking. The committee will also consider specific zoning amendments for properties on Mayfield Road, Mount Pleasant Road, and McLaughlin Road, and notices of intention to demolish structures at 32 Connaught Crescent and 13926 Chinguacousy Road. Delegations are scheduled for the cannabis amendment and the Connaught Crescent demolition.
- Town-wide Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments on cannabis, country inns, building area, undersized agricultural lots (Staff Report 2021-0073)
- Town-wide Zoning By-law amendment on driveway widths, trailer parking, transportation depots, open storage (Staff Report 2021-0113)
- Temporary use zoning amendment for Tarpa Construction, 7904 Mayfield Road (Staff Report 2021-0101)
- Zoning amendment for Laurelpark Inc., 0 Mount Pleasant Road (Staff Report 2021-0091)
- Notice of intention to demolish dwelling at 32 Connaught Crescent (Staff Report 2021-0174)
The Planning and Development Committee recommended approval of several zoning by-law amendments, including a town-wide amendment for cannabis and industrial hemp uses, and three property-specific rezoning applications. It also recommended permitting demolition of a heritage-listed barn and a dwelling, and referred a driveway/trailer parking by-law back to staff for further review. All recommendations are subject to Town Council adoption on April 27, 2021.
- Recommended approval of town-wide cannabis/hemp zoning amendment (Staff Report 2021-0073)
- Recommended approval of temporary commercial nursery rezoning at 7904 Mayfield Road (Staff Report 2021-0101)
- Recommended approval of estate residential rezoning at 0 Mount Pleasant Road (Staff Report 2021-0091)
- Recommended approval of residential subdivision rezoning at 12324/12502 McLaughlin Road (Staff Report 2021-0155)
- Recommended permitting demolition of barn/driveshed at 13926 Chinguacousy Road
- Recommended permitting demolition of dwelling/garage at 32 Connaught Crescent
- Referred driveway/trailer parking by-law amendment back to staff (Staff Report 2021-0113)
- Recommended support for Kitchener's request to review Planning Act timelines
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee will receive a COVID-19 update from Peel's Medical Officer of Health, hear a presentation and staff report on the Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan, and consider staff reports on events strategy, scenic routes parking, and traffic by-law amendments. Councillors have also filed notices of motion on small business COVID-19 funding, a destination management plan, a pet store animal sourcing ban, and a Credit Valley Trail update. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Staff Report 2021-0121: Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan Update
- Staff Report 2021-0161: Scenic Routes Parking Measures in the West of Caledon
- Staff Report 2021-0133: Proposed Amendments to Traffic By-law 2015-058
- Notice of Motion: Request to Develop a Successful Destination Management Plan for the Town
- Confidential item: Purchase of 1248 Mayfield Road (formerly Alloa Public School)
The General Committee recommended Town Council adopt the Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan, including an interim greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of 36% below 2016 levels by 2030. The committee also recommended approving several other items, including a destination management plan, scenic route parking restrictions, and a request for provincial/federal COVID-19 funding eligibility changes. All recommendations are subject to final approval by Town Council at its April 27, 2021 meeting.
- Recommended adoption of Resilient Caledon Community Climate Change Action Plan with 36% GHG reduction target by 2030
- Recommended approval of destination management plan with three pillars: culture, economic, environmental sustainability
- Recommended enacting by-law for 'No Parking' and 'No Stopping' on scenic routes in West Caledon
- Recommended requesting provincial/federal governments amend COVID-19 small business funding eligibility for businesses opened in 2020
- Recommended directing staff to explore by-law restricting pet stores from selling animals from illegal breeding facilities
- Recommended appointing Don Robb and Gerald (Jerry) Hugh Gorman to Downtown Bolton Task Force (8-0, 1 absent)
- Recommended cancelling in-person events (Community Recognition Night, Cheers Caledon, Caledon Day, Caledon Charity Golf Tournament) with modifications if possible
- Recommended approving presentation requests from Dennis Antoniewicz and Glenn Burke
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to hear comments on a proposed Official Plan Amendment, draft plan of subdivision, and zoning by-law amendment for a Caledon East subdivision in Ward 3. The proposal affects properties on Old Church Road and Russell Mason Court. Two members of the public are registered to speak, and one written comment has been submitted.
- Public meeting for POPA 20-0002, 21T-20003C, RZ 2020-0006
- Proposed subdivision and zoning changes for 6098-6142 Old Church Road and 1-2 Russell Mason Court
- Two registered speakers: John and Leoné Beck, Domenic Terreri
- Written comment submitted by Domenic Terreri
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic hearing to consider five minor variance applications and one consent application. The meeting will be streamed live, with public participation by phone or email registration. Decisions will be made on driveway width and placement variances, plus a lot line adjustment for a stormwater pond.
- Minor variance A 043-19: permit 10.6 m driveway width at 13865 Bramalea Road
- Minor variance A 046-20: permit 17 m entrance separation at 18 Blueberry Hill Court
- Minor variance A 013-21: permit driveway in Environmental Zone 1 at 0 Zimmerman Drive
- Minor variances A 060-19 and A 061-19: permit 9.76 m driveway widths on Innis Lake Road
- Consent B 003-21: lot line adjustment for stormwater pond at 15535 Airport Road (Triple Crown)
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to hear comments on a proposed Official Plan Amendment for 17736 Heart Lake Road in Ward 1. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19 restrictions, with in-person attendance limited to Council and essential staff. Nine members of the public are registered to speak, and 19 written submissions have been received. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a public input session.
- Proposed Official Plan Amendment for 17736 Heart Lake Road, Ward 1
- 9 registered public speakers
- 19 written public comments submitted
- Electronic meeting format due to COVID-19
- Public can listen via toll-free phone: 1-833-311-4101, access code 132 485 3221#
Heritage Caledon
The Heritage Caledon Committee is meeting electronically to review two demolition applications, for a dwelling and garage at 32 Connaught Crescent and a barn/driveshed at 13926 Chinguacousy Road, and to consider a staff proposal to buy and place an interpretive plaque supporting donated Palgrave Railway signs. The committee will also receive minutes from its March 1, 2021 meeting, hear updates on subcommittees and the McLeod House, and discuss a letter from Mayor Allan Thompson about appointing a member representative to the Downtown Bolton Task Force.
- Staff Report 2020-0439: Proposed purchase and placement of an interpretive plaque for donated Palgrave Railway signs
- Staff Report 2021-0146: Notice of intention to demolish dwelling and detached garage at 32 Connaught Crescent
- Staff Report 2021-0154: Notice of intention to demolish barn/driveshed at 13926 Chinguacousy Road
- Letter from Mayor Allan Thompson dated March 31, 2021, regarding Heritage Caledon Committee member representative for the Downtown Bolton Task Force
- Updates on Village Bicentennial Project, Village Walking Tours, and McLeod House
Council Meeting
The Town of Caledon Council is meeting electronically on March 30, 2021, to consider a range of items including confidential staff reports on land acquisition and solicitor-client privileged advice, a COVID-19 update from Peel Public Health, and several by-laws. The open session includes decisions on zoning amendments, road assumptions, and appointments. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.
- Confidential report on proposed/pending acquisition of land for Orangeville-Brampton Railway Corridor
- By-law BL-2021-18 to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 262
- By-law BL-2021-19 to amend zoning for 4 Walker Road West, Caledon East
- By-law BL-2021-20 to amend zoning for 8400 George Bolton Parkway, 12480 Coleraine Drive, 12490 Coleraine Drive (Triovest Realty)
- By-laws BL-2021-21 to BL-2021-23 to assume various roads (Valewood Drive, Bonnieglen Farm Boulevard, etc.)
Council directed staff to proceed with the proposed acquisition of land for the Orangeville-Brampton Railway corridor, as outlined in a confidential staff report. The motion passed 8-0 with one absence. Council also adopted several consent items from the General Committee, including the 2020 Q4 capital status update, the Bolton BIA 2021 operating budget, and a single-source award for six fire apparatuses.
- Approved staff direction to proceed with land acquisition for the Orangeville-Brampton Railway corridor (8-0, 1 absent).
- Adopted consent items including 2020 Q4 capital status update, Bolton BIA 2021 budget, division fence by-law, accessibility policy update, and single-source award for six fire apparatuses.
- Adopted consent items including comments on Airport Road EA, spring strategy and user fee discount, community safety zone on Kennedy Road, and retention of a public relations firm.
- Defeated a resolution responding to the closure of the Ontario Fire College (1-8).
- Approved a motion requesting the Province recognize the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs as lead for fire training modernization and exploring Caledon as a regional training centre.
- Adopted consent items including Official Plan and zoning amendments for 4 Walker Road West, heritage register removals, and heritage grant program changes.
- Adopted items including the Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan and a request for regular updates on official plan reviews.
- Approved zoning by-law amendment for 8400 George Bolton Parkway and other properties (8-1).
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee will hear a Region of Peel presentation on the Airport Road environmental assessment and consider staff comments on it. Members will also review capital project status, a proposed fence by-law, a single-source purchase of six fire apparatuses, and several traffic safety motions. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone or live stream.
- Airport Road Class Environmental Assessment (King Street to Huntsmill Drive, Ward 3)
- Single-source award to Dependable Truck and Tank Limited for six large fire apparatuses
- Proposed Division Fence By-law (Staff Report 2021-0068)
- Community Safety Zone on Kennedy Road and 'No Stopping' on Jean Street motions
- Confidential litigation updates: Antrim Court, Guyfer Auto Recycling, Perdue Court
The General Committee recommended that Town Council close 79 capital projects and transfer the $6,247,678.81 net surplus back to original funding sources. It also recommended approving the Bolton BIA's $45,250 operating budget, a new Division Fence By-law, and a single-source contract for six fire apparatuses up to $4,970,000. The committee referred a hot spot lending program back to staff for further options and recommended a 'No Stopping' zone on Jean Street near Caledon East Public School.
- Recommended closing 79 capital projects and transferring $6,247,678.81 surplus to original funding sources
- Approved Bolton BIA 2021 operating budget of $45,250, funded by $36,000 special levy and $9,250 surplus
- Approved proposed Division Fence By-law effective May 1, 2021, and directed staff to develop a procedural guide
- Approved single-source contract to Dependable Truck and Tank Limited for six fire apparatuses up to $4,970,000
- Referred hot spot lending program back to staff to investigate further options, to return in April
- Recommended a 'No Stopping' zone on Jean Street in front of Caledon East Public School, 3-4 PM weekdays
- Recommended support for 988 crisis hotline and sending letters to federal and provincial officials
- Recommended support for TAPMO's retention of Upstream Strategy Group with $2,100 financial assistance
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting to consider staff reports on the Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan, zoning by-law amendments for properties in Caledon East and Ward 4, and several heritage-related items. The committee will also discuss motions opposing Schedule 3 of Bill 257 regarding Minister's Zoning Orders, and requests for regular updates on official plan reviews and changes to Heritage Caledon meeting procedures.
- Staff Report 2021-0067: Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan
- Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments at 4 Walker Road West, Caledon East (Ward 3)
- Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment for BoltCol Holdings at 8400 George Bolton Parkway, 12480 and 12490 Coleraine Drive (Ward 4)
- Motion opposing Schedule 3 of Bill 257, which would exempt Minister's Zoning Orders from consistency with provincial policy statements
- Proposed removal of 14697 Mount Hope Road and 14684 Regional Road 50 from the Heritage Register
The Planning and Development Committee recommended approval of the Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan, including the repurposing of the Old Bolton Fire Hall as community space and the installation of portable washrooms from May to October 2021 at a cost of $50,000. It also recommended zoning changes for properties at 4 Walker Road West and 8400 George Bolton Parkway, and opposed Schedule 3 of Bill 257 regarding Minister's Zoning Orders. All recommendations are to be considered by Town Council on March 30, 2021.
- Approved the Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan and Downtown Bolton Task Force Terms of Reference.
- Approved repurposing the Old Bolton Fire Hall as community space and placing portable washrooms there from May to October 2021 at a cost of $50,000.
- Recommended adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 262 and zoning by-law amendment for 4 Walker Road West to allow two residential lots.
- Recommended zoning by-law amendment for 8400 George Bolton Parkway and Coleraine Drive properties to permit industrial uses.
- Opposed Schedule 3 of Bill 257, which would exempt Minister's Zoning Orders from consistency with the Provincial Policy Statement.
- Requested regular updates on Regional and Town Official Plan Reviews at each committee meeting.
- Referred a request to change Heritage Caledon Committee meeting procedures back to staff.
- Appointed Sarah Leslie as the Caledon Chamber of Commerce representative to the Bolton Revitalization Task Force.
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment will hold an electronic hearing on March 17, 2021, to consider five minor variance applications. Items include a withdrawal request, a deferral request, and three variance applications for properties in Wards 2, 4, and 5. Public participation is available via live stream or phone due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- A 050-20: Withdrawal request for 7 Kearny Avenue, Ward 2, with fee refund request
- A 028-20: Second deferral request for 13448 Kennedy Road, Ward 2, for noise study
- A 008-21: Accessory building larger than main dwelling by 171 sq m, height 5.8 m, driveway width 20.52 m at 7171 Coolihans Sideroad, Ward 4
- A 011-21: Permit a pharmacy at 12 Parr Boulevard, Ward 5
- A 007-21: Permit a transportation depot at 13605 Hurontario Street, Ward 2
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to receive comments on two items: a draft plan of subdivision for 12529 Chinguacousy Road proposing 205 residential units, new roads, and environmental blocks, and a proposed Official Plan Amendment for Mayfield West Phase 2, Stage 2 that would add land-use designations for schools and other residential uses. One member of the public, John Krohnert, is registered to speak. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for discussion and public input.
- Draft plan of subdivision for 12529 Chinguacousy Road, Ward 2: 205 residential units, new roads, environmental/buffer/open space/servicing blocks
- Proposed Official Plan Amendment for Mayfield West Phase 2, Stage 2, Ward 2: policy changes for schools and other residential land uses
- Public meeting held electronically via Cisco WebEx due to COVID-19; streamed live on Town website
- One registered public speaker: John Krohnert
- Meeting is for public input only; no voting or decisions on agenda
Special Town Council Meeting
The Special Town Council meeting includes a presentation regarding the Mid-term Council Code of Conduct. The council will also consider by-law BL-2021-12 to confirm proceedings from the March 8, 2021, meeting.
- Mid-term Council Code of Conduct Refresh and Update by Integrity Commissioner John Fleming
- By-law BL-2021-12 regarding council proceedings
Council held a confidential session under the Municipal Act regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees. Following the session, the Integrity Commissioner provided mid-term Code of Conduct training and an update. Council then passed a by-law confirming the proceedings of the meeting. The meeting adjourned without any other substantive decisions.
- Held a confidential session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act for personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees (carried 9-0).
- Received a presentation from the Integrity Commissioner on Code of Conduct training and an update on integrity matters.
- Passed by-law BL-2021-12 to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting (carried 8-0, with one absence).
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is meeting electronically to hold a public meeting on a proposed draft plan of condominium for 50 Ann Street in Ward 5. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for public input and discussion only.
- Public meeting for proposed draft plan of condominium at 50 Ann Street, Ward 5
The Planning and Development Committee held a public meeting to receive input on a proposed draft plan of condominium for 50 Ann Street, Ward 5. The proposal includes 73 residential units, a guest suite, and an underground parking garage. No public or written comments were received, and no decisions were made; the item was for discussion only.
- No decisions were made at this meeting; it was a public input session.
- Heard a presentation from the applicant's planner on the 50 Ann Street condominium proposal.
- Noted that notification for the public meeting was conducted in accordance with the Planning Act.
- Received no public comments or written submissions regarding the proposal.
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a procedural special meeting of the Town of Caledon Council, held electronically due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a confidential session for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training for members, and a single by-law (BL-2021-11) to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. No substantive decisions, rezonings, or contracts are listed.
- Confidential session: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training for council members
- BL-2021-11: by-law to confirm proceedings of the March 2, 2021 council meeting
- Electronic meeting via Cisco WebEx; in-person attendance limited to council and essential staff
- Public participation details posted on caledon.ca; comments by email or phone
Council held a confidential session for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training, then passed a by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Held confidential session for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training (motion 2021-36, carried 7-0).
- Passed by-law BL-2021-11 to confirm the proceedings of the March 2, 2021 Council meeting (motion 2021-37, carried 7-0).
Heritage Caledon
The Heritage Caledon Committee is meeting electronically to consider proposed changes to the Designated Heritage Property Grant Program, as outlined in Staff Report 2021-0025. The committee will also receive subcommittee updates, discuss preservation of Wildfield's history and the 2021 budget, and review correspondence, including a request for a member to represent the committee on the Downtown Bolton Task Force.
- Staff Report 2021-0025: Proposed changes to the Designated Heritage Property Grant Program
- Draft Communications Subcommittee Work Plan
- Preservation of Wildfield's history (letter from resident Dan O'Reilly)
- Heritage Caledon Committee 2021 Budget
- Correspondence: Committee member representative for Downtown Bolton Task Force
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment is holding an electronic hearing on February 17, 2021, to consider seven minor variance applications and one consent application for a fee reimbursement. The meeting will be streamed online due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation available by registration.
- Minor variance A 002-21: 16285 Innis Lake Road – driveway width up to 12.5 m
- Minor variance A 005-20: 0 Highway 9 – building area up to 730 m², height up to 13.75 m (chimney) and 11.74 m (roof)
- Minor variance A 003-21: 0 Kennedy Road – exterior side yard setback of 1 m for Block E, and permit convenience store and pharmacy
- Minor variance A 048-20: 15596 McLaughlin Road – permit restaurant, 6 parking spaces, 0 delivery spaces, 0 m parking setback
- Consent B 014-19: 1490 Queen Street #1 – applicant seeks $4,290.00 reimbursement for a consent application heard October 14, 2020
Council Meeting
The Caledon Town Council is meeting electronically to consider several by-laws, including establishing 2021 fees and charges, approving area-specific development charges for Simpson Road, and authorizing a guarantee agreement for Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology. The agenda also includes confidential sessions on litigation and solicitor-client privileged matters, plus reports on the proposed 2021 budget and COVID-19 test sites and vaccination clinic.
- By-law BL-2021-05 to establish 2021 Fees and Charges, repealing By-law 2019-78
- By-law BL-2021-09 to impose area-specific development charges for Simpson Road (Phase 3) highway and stormwater services
- By-law BL-2021-08 to authorize a guarantee agreement with TD Bank for Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology borrowing
- Memorandum on Proposed 2021 Budget Update
- Memorandum on COVID-19 Test Sites and Mass Vaccination Clinic
Council approved the 2021 operating and capital budgets, including a net town tax levy of $75,171,106 and a 1.08% average residential tax increase. The budget includes funding for capital projects, a 1.75% wage increase for non-union staff, and several amendments such as funding for automated speed enforcement. Council also endorsed a motion regarding the GTA West Corridor, requesting the MTO to commit to a TRCA review process, and waived rental fees for COVID-19 test sites and vaccination clinics.
- Approved 2021 operating budget with net tax levy of $75,171,106 (8-1)
- Approved 2021 capital budget of $73,006,269
- Approved 1.75% wage increase for non-union staff and Council
- Approved funding for Automated Speed Enforcement program ($106,962)
- Removed $15,000 grant to Ontario Farmland Trust from budget
- Endorsed TRCA request for MTO to commit to VPR sign-off for GTA West Corridor (8-0-1)
- Waived rental fees for COVID-19 test sites and vaccination clinics
- Passed by-laws including 2021 Fees and Charges and area-specific development charges for Simpson Road
General Committee - Budget
The General Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2021 budget, including the proposed fees and charges by-law. The meeting will also include a delegation from the West Caledon Communities Traffic Group regarding the budget, and correspondence on infrastructure funding and budget concerns. A confidential session is scheduled for labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Staff Report 2021-0023: 2021 Proposed Budget
- Staff Report 2021-0005: Proposed 2021 Fees and Charges By-law
- Staff Report 2021-0020: Ontario Regulation 284/09 2021 Budget
- Delegation from West Caledon Communities Traffic Group on budget
- Confidential session: Total Rewards Review (labour relations)
The General Committee recommended the 2021 operating budget with a net increase of $800,568, representing a 1.08% average residential tax increase to the Town levy only, and a net Town tax levy of $75,171,106. The committee also recommended a $73,006,269 gross capital program, a 1.75% wage increase for eligible non-union staff and Council members, and a new 2021 Fees and Charges By-law. All items were recommended to Town Council for adoption at its February 16, 2021 meeting.
- Recommended 2021 operating budget with $800,568 net increase (1.08% residential tax increase)
- Approved 2021 net Town tax levy of $75,171,106
- Approved $73,006,269 gross capital program
- Approved 1.75% wage increase for eligible non-union staff and Council members
- Recommended repealing and replacing Fees and Charges By-law 2019-78 with 2021 version
- Approved $106,962 for Automated Speed Enforcement program funded by tax levy
- Removed $15,000 grant to Ontario Farmland Trust from budget
- Removed $25,000 for Caledon East Community Complex Pad 1 Arena Boards project
General Committee Meeting
The General Committee is meeting electronically due to COVID-19 restrictions. Members will consider staff reports on property tax ratios delegated from Peel Region, a loan guarantee request for the SWIFT broadband project, and a new area-specific development charge for Simpson Road. They will also discuss notices of motion about a retaining wall on Strawberry Hill Court and extending the Love Local campaign, plus receive various correspondence and memorandums.
- Staff Report 2021-0003: Delegation of Property Tax Ratios from the Region of Peel
- Staff Report 2021-0026: Southwestern Ontario Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) Loan Guarantee Request
- Staff Report 2021-0002: Area Specific Development Charge By-law – Simpson Road (from 228 metres South of Parr Blvd to Mayfield Road)
- Notice of Motion: Strawberry Hill Court Retaining Wall (54, 58, 65 Strawberry Hill Court, Bolton)
- Notice of Motion: Extend Love Local Campaign until end of 2021
The General Committee recommended several items to Town Council for adoption at its February 16, 2021 meeting, including a $955,000 loan guarantee for the SWIFT fibre project, a $637,000 capital project for broadband expansion, and extending the Love Local campaign through 2021. It also recommended approving an area-specific development charge by-law for Simpson Road, endorsing Peel's Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, and directing staff to participate in a geotechnical study of the Strawberry Hill Court retaining wall. No votes were recorded; all items were recommendations.
- Recommended $955,000 loan guarantee for SWIFT fibre project
- Recommended $637,000 capital project for broadband expansion
- Recommended extending Love Local campaign until end of 2021
- Recommended approving area-specific development charge by-law for Simpson Road
- Recommended endorsing Peel's Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
- Recommended directing staff to participate in geotechnical study of Strawberry Hill Court retaining wall
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting on the proposed Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan and will consider staff reports on Mayfield West Phase 2 community WiFi, a development staging and sequencing plan for Mayfield West, and a peer review of Region of Peel inclusionary zoning. The committee will also consider a recommendation to allow demolition of a farmhouse on a listed heritage property at 13865 Bramalea Road. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with limited in-person attendance.
- Public meeting on Proposed Bolton Downtown Revitalization Plan
- Staff Report 2021-0039: Mayfield West Phase 2 Community Ubiquitous WiFi - Updated Proposal
- Staff Report 2021-0043: Mayfield West Community Wide Development Staging and Sequencing Plan and Infrastructure and Land Requirements
- Staff Report 2021-0008: Region of Peel Inclusionary Zoning Peer Review
- Recommendation to allow demolition of farmhouse at 13865 Bramalea Road, a listed heritage property
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special Town Council meeting held electronically due to COVID-19. Council will receive a project update on the Ward Boundary Review from consultants Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., and will consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.
- Ward Boundary Review project update presentation by Robert Williams and Jack Ammendolia of Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
- By-law BL-2021-04 to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of February 1, 2021
Council received a presentation from Watson & Associates on the Ward Boundary Review, covering survey results and preliminary options, with no decisions made on the review itself. Council then passed by-law BL-2021-04 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting, with a recorded vote of 8 in favor, 0 against, and 1 absent (Councillor Downey had left).
- Passed by-law BL-2021-04 confirming council proceedings (8-0, 1 absent)
- Received ward boundary review presentation; no action taken
Accessibility Advisory Committee
This agenda for the Caledon Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on 2021-02-01 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.
Heritage Caledon
This agenda for the Heritage Caledon meeting on February 1, 2021, contains no substantive items—only technical placeholders and embedded content areas with no listed decisions, discussions, or attachments. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature with no actionable agenda items provided.
Special Town Council Meeting
This is a special electronic meeting of Caledon Town Council, held under COVID-19 restrictions with limited in-person attendance. The main item is a public meeting on a proposed area-specific development charges by-law and background study for Simpson Road Phase 3 and a storm management water pond. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.
- Public meeting on proposed Area-Specific Development Charges By-law for Simpson Road Phase 3 and Storm Management Water Pond
- BL-2021-03: by-law to confirm proceedings of the January 21, 2021 Council meeting
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting to hear comments on a proposed rezoning application for 7904 Mayfield Road in Ward 4. One member of the public, Dan O'Reilly, is registered to speak. The meeting is being held electronically due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Public meeting for proposed rezoning at 7904 Mayfield Road, Ward 4
- One registered speaker: Dan O'Reilly
- Meeting held electronically due to COVID-19
- Draft zoning by-law amendment attached
The committee held a public meeting to hear a proposed temporary rezoning for 7904 Mayfield Road to allow a commercial nursery and garden supply centre for three years. No decision was made; the item was only discussed and public comments were received. The committee adjourned without voting on the application.
- Held public meeting for rezoning application at 7904 Mayfield Road (no vote)
- Received presentation from applicant's agent on temporary nursery use
- Heard public comment from resident Dan O'Reilly
- Staff to provide clarification on municipal law enforcement infractions
Special Town Council Meeting
Council authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute a settlement in the Triple Crown Line Developments Inc. litigation, supporting the interim and final intersection design as outlined in a confidential staff report. Council also passed motions opposing Peel Region's by-law reducing Caledon's regional council seats, requesting a new Sub-Area Chapter for Peel/Caledon, and extending the COVID-19 face covering by-law to June 30, 2021.
- Approved settlement terms for Triple Crown Line Developments Inc. litigation (8-0, 1 conflict)
- Requested Province create a new Sub-Area Chapter for Peel/Caledon (7-2)
- Declined consent to Region of Peel By-law 83-2020 reducing Caledon's regional seats (9-0)
- Appointed Councillors Innis and Kiernan to Region of Peel Planning and Growth Management Committee (7-2)
- Approved request to present from Reverend Kelly at Feb 16, 2021 meeting (9-0)
- Extended COVID-19 face covering by-law to June 30, 2021 (9-0)
- Amended face covering by-law to include outdoor activity areas (9-0)
- Passed by-law to confirm proceedings (9-0)
Heritage Caledon
The Heritage Caledon Committee is meeting electronically due to COVID-19 restrictions. The main item is a staff recommendation to remove 14697 Mount Hope Road and 14684 Regional Road 50 from the Heritage Register. The committee will also receive minutes, hear sub-committee updates, and review the 2021 Heritage Resource Office workplan.
- Staff Report 2021-0009: Recommendation to remove 14697 Mount Hope Road and 14684 Regional Road 50 from Heritage Register
- Draft Heritage Caledon Committee Communication Plan
- 2021 Heritage Resource Office Workplan
- Community Heritage Ontario Training Session (Jan 26, 2021) and Workshop (Jan 30, 2021)
- Village Bicentennial Project and Village Walking Tour Updates
Committee of Adjustment
The Caledon Committee of Adjustment will hold an electronic hearing to consider five minor variance applications and five consent (land severance) applications. The meeting will be streamed live due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation available by registration. Items include a parking variance at 0 Kennedy Road, a restaurant at 81 Charleston Sideroad, and several lot severances.
- A 002-20: parking variance at 0 Kennedy Road (38 spaces vs. required 41)
- A 001-21: restaurant at 81 Charleston Sideroad (Cambium Farms)
- B 020-20: severance at 21 Agnes Street creating two lots
- B 007-20: severance at 6078 Old Church Road
- B 024-20 and B 025-20: severance and easement at 11 and 13 Marion Street