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Carleton Place public meetings in 2022

45 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to consider OPA and development permit for Johanne's Garden on Coleman Street

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss several reports, including a proposed Official Plan amendment and development permit for a residential project at 277 Coleman Street, the draft 2023 water and sewer budget, and various administrative and insurance items. The meeting also includes a closed session for land transactions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Official Plan amendment for Johanne’s Garden development

Council approved a residential density increase and development permit for 277 Coleman Street, subject to County of Lanark approval and specific infrastructure conditions. The meeting also authorized insurance contracts for 2023 and approved a strategic planning session option.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Dec 13, 2022 · Tuesday, December 13, 2022 - Immediately Following Committee of the Whole

Council Meeting

Council to vote on six by-laws including fees, official plan amendment

The Carleton Place Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including amendments to the Parks and Facilities By-law, an Official Plan amendment for 277 Coleman Street, a new Fees and Charges By-law, an amendment to the Delegation of Authority By-law regarding the operating budget, and an agreement for insurance and risk management services for 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a consent report. No motions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves several by-laws including Official Plan Amendment for Coleman Street

Council passed five by-laws concerning parks, fees, insurance, and the Official Plan. The body also approved a 2023 committee calendar, a strategic planning approach, and rental rate reductions for the Carleton Place Water Dragons.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to adopt 2023 fees, approve Victoria St. development permit

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider several staff reports, including adopting the 2023 Fees and Charges By-law, approving a development permit for 85-87 Victoria Street, endorsing the 2023 Council calendar, and supporting a Trans Canada Trail reroute. They will also receive minutes from various committees and consider amendments to the Parks and Facilities By-Law regarding gates and a rental rate change for the Water Dragons.

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✓ Decided: Town of Carleton Place adopts 2023 Fee Schedule and IT Master Plan

Council approved the 2023 comprehensive Fees and Charges By-law and received the 5-year IT and Digital Master Plan. The Committee also authorized a development permit for 85-87 Victoria Street and endorsed the rerouting of the Trans Canada Trail.

Town Hall Council Chambers
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to pass fees for water, sewer, roads and 2023 interim tax

Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including new fees and charges to recover capital costs for water, sewer, and roads, a part lot control by-law for McPhail Road, and the 2023 interim tax levy. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and a consent report.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2023 interim tax levy and infrastructure fee by-laws

Council passed several by-laws regarding the recovery of capital costs for roads and water and sewer services, as well as the 2023 interim tax levy. The body also appointed councillors and public members to various town committees and boards for the 2022-2026 term.

Town Hall Council Chambers
Mon Dec 5, 2022 · Monday, December 05, 2022 - 6:00 p.m.

Special CoW

Council to appoint chair and committee members

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting focused on organizational appointments. Council will select an initial Committee of the Whole chair and appoint councillors to various town committees and boards. The meeting will also move into closed session to discuss public appointments to advisory committees and boards.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints members to town committees and boards

The Committee of the Whole appointed Andrew Tennant as chair until July 31, 2023. Council assigned councillors to various advisory boards and approved the appointment of numerous community members to town committees.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Inaugural Council Meeting

Inaugural council meeting to swear in new mayor and council

This is the inaugural meeting of the Town of Carleton Place council, where newly elected members will be sworn in and the mayor will assume the chair. The agenda includes roll call, declarations of office, remarks from councillors, the deputy mayor, and the mayor, followed by adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on emergency plan, winter parking, and fee by-laws

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including adopting an emergency measures plan, approving an emergency management program committee, amending the traffic and parking by-law for overnight winter parking, and receiving information on fees and charges for core services and roads. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes, a consent report, and a confirmatory by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council approves emergency plans and winter parking amendments

Council passed by-laws to adopt an Emergency Management Plan and establish an Emergency Management Program Committee. Other decisions included funding for a net-zero emissions study and renaming Memorial Park to Veterans Memorial Park.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to consider renaming Memorial Park to Veterans Memorial Park

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a request to rename Memorial Park to Veterans Memorial Park, a proposed amendment to the Traffic and Parking By-law to add two overnight winter parking areas, and receiving the financial report to September 30, 2022. The committee will also receive minutes from the Library Board and CPEAC, and consider a motion to review the Property Standards By-law 93-2020 for legal viability. A closed session is scheduled for matters including personnel, land, and litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council renames Memorial Park to Veterans Memorial Park

Council approved renaming Memorial Park and adding two overnight winter parking areas to the Traffic and Parking By-Law. The board also directed staff to review the legal viability of the Property Standards By-law regarding grass height and weeds.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to decide on 160 Miguel Street townhome infill development

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and provide direction on several items, including a proposed townhome infill development at 160 Miguel Street, a parking utilization study, and various departmental reports. They will also consider approving grants, an updated emergency plan, and a fire department remuneration policy.

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✓ Decided: Denied townhome infill development at 160 Miguel Street

The Committee of the Whole denied an application for a townhome infill development at 160 Miguel Street. They also approved several routine items, including a parking study, fire department reports, a remuneration policy, an updated emergency plan, community enrichment grants, a pop can trailer agreement, and a net-zero emissions study. A motion was passed to seek a Minister's Zoning Order for inclusionary zoning.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to adopt Community Improvement Plan and related by-laws

Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including designating a Community Improvement Project Area and adopting a Community Improvement Plan, which may affect local development and affordable housing. They will also vote on a heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street, a fleet services agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, and a delay in busing charges for school-age childcare. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and a confirmatory by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council approves heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street

Council approved a heritage permit to replace windows at the heritage-designated Boulton Brown Mill (49 Mill Street), with Councillor Atkinson recused due to a condo ownership conflict. Council also adopted a Community Improvement Plan and authorized a fleet services agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. Busing charges for school-age childcare were delayed one year to September 1, 2023, and staff will lobby STEO for policy changes.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to weigh heritage permit for Boulton Brown Mill, busing fees, fleet leasing

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several staff reports and motions, including issuing a heritage permit for window replacement at the Boulton Brown Mill, delaying extra busing charges for childcare, entering a fleet leasing agreement, and approving an electronic monitoring policy. Council will also consider directing staff to investigate designating Riverside Park as a heritage property and to pursue a Minister's Zoning Order for inclusionary zoning.

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✓ Decided: Council approves heritage permit for Boulton Brown Mill window replacement

The Committee of the Whole approved a heritage permit to replace windows at the heritage-designated Boulton Brown Mill (49 Mill Street). Council also directed staff to amend the Delegated Authority By-law to allow the Director of Development Services to issue heritage permits after consulting the Municipal Heritage Committee. Other decisions included delaying extra busing charges for school-age childcare services for one year, authorizing a fleet leasing agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, and approving an Electronic Monitoring Policy under Bill 88.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to receive completed Transportation and Water Wastewater Master Plans

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting virtually to receive the completed Transportation Master Plan and Water Wastewater Master Plan, and to consider related capital expenditures and policy changes. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a consent report, and a confirmatory by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council approves waterworks truck purchase and master plans

Council approved the purchase of a new waterworks truck from J.D. Brule for $187,359.49, with the budget deviation covered by water/wastewater surplus or reserve. They also received the completed Transportation Master Plan (removing a pedestrian bridge) and Water Wastewater Master Plan, and directed staff to pursue Growth Scenario Option 2 for the Official Plan update.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Thu Sep 15, 2022 · Thursday, September 15, 2022 - 9:00 a.m.

Special CoW

Council to discuss Carleton Place Official Plan options

This is a special Committee of the Whole working session focused on the Carleton Place Official Plan. Council will discuss and provide direction on growth scenarios, next steps, and timelines for the Official Plan amendment. The meeting is a working session with no formal decisions expected beyond direction to staff.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to pursue Growth Scenario Option 2 for Official Plan update

Council held a special working session to review the draft Official Plan, focusing on the red-line track changes, the 'As We Heard It' report, and the Land Needs Background Study. After discussion, three motions were carried: directing staff to undertake Growth Scenario Option 2, Direction to Move Forward Option 2, and Timeline of Notice of Amendment Option 3, all from the Director of Development Services' communication.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Committee to weigh townhome infill at 160 Miguel Street, truck purchase

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to consider several staff reports and recommendations. Key items include conditional approval of a development permit for a townhome infill at 160 Miguel Street, receiving completed Transportation and Water/Wastewater Master Plans, awarding a waterworks truck tender, and adopting a Community Improvement Plan. The committee will also discuss a motion about local gas prices.

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✓ Decided: Council removes $8M pedestrian bridge from transportation plan

The Committee of the Whole conditionally approved a development permit for 160 Miguel Street, but the motion was defeated. They removed the $8 million active transportation pedestrian bridge from the Transportation Master Plan and received the completed Water Wastewater Master Plan. A new waterworks truck was awarded to J.D. Brule for $187,359.49, and the Community Improvement Plan was adopted with amendments.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council meets to approve minutes, consent report, and confirmatory by-law

This is a routine procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, minutes from August 23, 2022, and a consent report. They will also pass a confirmatory by-law to validate the meeting's proceedings. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approved permanent Pride crosswalk for downtown district

Council approved the installation of a permanent Pride/Rainbow crosswalk in the Downtown District or Mississippi Transitional Sector, with maintenance included in the annual budget, to be completed by June 2023. The decision was made via a consent report that also accepted a Master Plan Project Status Update. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Thu Aug 25, 2022 · Thursday, August 25, 2022 - 5:00 p.m.

Special CoW

Council workshops on draft transportation and water/wastewater master plans

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting held virtually, focused on two workshops: a draft Transportation Masterplan (9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.) and a draft Water/Wastewater Masterplan (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Council will also receive a Master Plan Projects Status update as information. No decisions are scheduled; the workshops are for discussion and questions.

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✓ Decided: Council defers adoption of draft Transportation Master Plan

The Committee of the Whole held workshops on the draft Transportation Master Plan and the draft Water/Wastewater Master Plan. Council deferred a motion to receive the Transportation Master Plan, while the Water/Wastewater Master Plan will be presented for formal receipt at the September 13th meeting.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Committee to weigh Wendy's development permit, Pride crosswalk, gas price letter

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to consider two development permit applications, a proposed permanent Pride crosswalk, and a motion about gas prices. They will also receive minutes and information items. Decisions are recommended for the Wendy's restaurant at 10418 Highway 7 and a townhome infill at 160 Miguel Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Wendy's development permit on Highway 7

The Committee of the Whole approved a development permit for a Wendy's Restaurant at 10418 Highway 7, with conditions. A proposed townhome infill development at 160 Miguel Street was deferred to a future meeting. Council also directed staff to install a permanent Pride crosswalk in the downtown or Mississippi Transitional Sector by June 2023.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Carleton Place council meets virtually; agenda is routine approvals only

This is a routine procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions on the agenda. Council will approve the agenda, minutes from June 21 and 28, 2022, receive a consent report, and pass a confirmatory by-law (49-2022) to formalize proceedings. No rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council approves agenda amendment, receives storm after-action review

Council approved an amended agenda removing items 3-8 from the consent report, and received the May 21 storm after-action review and fire department quarterly activity report as information. Alec Norrie was appointed to the Municipal Heritage Committee. The meeting adjourned after routine approvals.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to award sidewalk plow tender, buy Zamboni, AV system

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to consider several staff reports and proposed motions, including awarding a tender for a new sidewalk plow, purchasing a new Zamboni ice resurfacer, and buying audio/visual equipment for Town Hall. The committee will also receive reports on the May 21 storm after-action review, fire department and by-law enforcement activity, and other routine items. A notice of motion proposes installing a permanent Pride crosswalk in the downtown district.

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✓ Decided: Council awards sidewalk plow tender, approves pool, ice resurfacer purchases

The Committee of the Whole approved several capital purchases and reports, including a $172,968.60 sidewalk plow tender, a $24,431 emergency generator analysis, a pool chlorination system replacement, a $175,730.50 ice resurfacer, and a $34,244.99 audio/visual system. All motions were carried by consent. A notice of motion for a permanent Pride crosswalk was filed for the next meeting.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Inaugural Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council holds inaugural meeting, approves agenda and by-law

The Council held a special virtual meeting, approved the agenda, and moved into closed session to discuss matters involving solicitor-client privilege, confidential information, and negotiations. Staff direction was provided during the closed session, and the Council passed By-law 48-2022 confirming the proceedings. No substantive public decisions were made.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 audited financial statements and several by-laws

Council approved the 2021 audited consolidated financial statements, authorized a staff application for the Canada Wide Early Years Childcare program, and supported continued MVCA programs. Several by-laws were passed, including road dedication on Mullett Street, a septic system agreement with MVCA, and recreation fee amendments. The meeting was largely procedural with all motions carried.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 audited financial statements

The Committee of the Whole approved the 2021 audited consolidated financial statements and authorized their posting on the town's website. They also approved a sewage system management agreement with the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, authorized leasing three pick-up trucks, and supported continued delivery of MVCA programs. The Transportation Master Plan was deferred to a future working session.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to approve Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement and 10 part-lot control by-laws

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting virtually to consider several routine items, including approving the minutes from May 31, 2022, and receiving a consent report. The main business involves passing multiple by-laws related to the Mississippi Shores subdivision, including a subdivision agreement, a traffic and parking amendment, and ten part-lot control by-laws for specific streets. Council will also vote on an addendum to the 2021 Asset Management Plan and a contribution agreement for a federal grant for the Business Improvement Area (BIA).

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✓ Decided: Council approves $60K storm cleanup, subdivision agreements

Council approved $60,000 in additional funds for post-storm cleanup, funded from budget surplus or reserve. It also passed subdivision agreements for Mississippi Shores, ten part-lot control by-laws, a federal grant contribution agreement for the BIA, and an addendum to the Asset Management Plan. Appointments were made to the Accessibility Advisory Committee.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

✓ Decided: Council authorizes childcare application for Canada Wide Early Years program

The Committee of the Whole authorized staff to apply to the County of Lanark for the Canada Wide Early Years Childcare Agreement program by September 1st, to determine if Carleton Place Childcare Services qualifies. Council also requested a review of the town's response to the May 21st power outages, and received a presentation from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, with a notice of motion to support continued delivery of Category 2 and 3 programs.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue May 31, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to approve Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement and $60K storm cleanup

The Committee of the Whole will consider two main reports: authorizing a subdivision agreement for Mississippi Shores (formerly Bodnar) with 1384341 Ontario Ltd., including related traffic and parking by-law amendments, and approving an additional $60,000 for post-storm cleanup from the May 21, 2022 storm. Council will also receive committee minutes and an AMO delegation form, and a councillor has given notice of a motion to review the town's response to storm power outages. A closed session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition/disposition and Accessibility Advisory Committee applications.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement and $60K storm cleanup

Council authorized a subdivision agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. for Mississippi Shores and amended the traffic/parking by-law accordingly. It also approved $60,000 in additional storm cleanup spending, funded from surplus or reserves. Two members were appointed to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue May 31, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on heritage grant policy and IT master plan contract

The Carleton Place Town Council is meeting virtually to consider several by-laws, including adopting a Heritage Grant Policy, amending delegation of authority for heritage grants, and authorizing a contract with Perry Consulting for an IT Digital Strategy and Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and a consent report, plus announcements for National AccessAbility Awareness Week, Shriners International 150th anniversary, and PRIDE Month.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 PSAB budget and several by-laws

Council approved the 2022 Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) budget, a Disconnecting from Work Policy, and appointed Kaitey Cosgrove to the BIA Board. It also passed by-laws for a Heritage Grant Policy, an amendment to the Delegation of Authority By-law, and an agreement with Perry Consulting for an IT Digital Strategy and Master Plan. A three-year extension for the Coleman Central Subdivision draft approval was supported.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue May 10, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council passes 2022 tax rates and awards Coleman St. PXO contract

Council approved the 2022 tax rates by-law, awarded a $32,500 single-source contract for the Coleman Street pedestrian crossover, and passed a new building by-law. It also supported a one-year extension for the Mississippi Shores subdivision draft approval and appointed members to the compliance audit committee.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue May 10, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to hear water/wastewater master plan, approve PSAB budget

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports and consider several motions, including a presentation on the Town's Water/Wastewater Master Plan, approval of the 2022 PSAB budget, a three-year extension for the Coleman Central Subdivision, a new Heritage Grant Program by-law and policy, and a Disconnecting from Work Policy. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a closed session for land negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council supports 3-year extension for Coleman Central Subdivision

The Committee of the Whole approved a three-year extension of the draft approval for the Coleman Central Subdivision, with staff directed to inform the County of Lanark. Council also received the financial report, approved the 2022 PSAB budget, established a heritage grant program, and adopted a disconnecting from work policy. A closed session was held to discuss land acquisition and negotiations.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to consider new Building By-Law and Coleman St. PXO contract

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports and proposed motions, including a new Building By-Law, a single-source procurement award for the Coleman Street PXO, a one-year extension for the Mississippi Shores Subdivision, and appointments to the Joint Compliance Audit Committee. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and receipt of committee minutes and information reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new Building By-Law and awards Coleman St. PXO contract

Council approved a new Building By-Law as outlined in the CBO's report, and awarded the Coleman Street PXO (pedestrian crossing) to Partham Engineering as a single-source procurement for $32,500 + HST, with a $572 budget deviation from account 10-32-000-317-6401. Council also supported a one-year extension of the Draft Approval for the Mississippi Shores Subdivision, appointed three members to the Joint Lanark County Compliance Audit Committee, and received several reports and minutes as information. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and appointments.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves Mississippi Road dedication by-law

Council approved By-law 20-2022 for the road dedication of Mississippi Road (Block 55 of Plan 66 Beckwith). The consent report was received, including acceptance of the wastewater annual report, endorsement of consent authority delegation, and authorization for tennis court repairs. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to weigh wastewater report, consent authority, McArthur Island extension

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing annual reports on the wastewater system and development services, and considering several staff recommendations including endorsing a delegation of consent authority to Lanark County, extending the development approval for McArthur Island by two years, funding tennis court repairs in the 2023 budget, and issuing letters of non-objection for temporary patios at a downtown event. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, committee updates, and a closed session for land and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council endorses County consent authority delegation, extends McArthur Island approval

The Committee of the Whole accepted several reports and directed staff actions, including endorsing the County of Lanark's delegation of consent authority and requesting delegation for all consent applications within Carleton Place. Council also approved a two-year extension for the McArthur Island development approval, authorized tennis court repairs to be funded in the 2023 budget, and issued a letter of non-objection for temporary patio extensions during the Downtown at Dusk event. All decisions were carried by consent.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on childcare fee changes, grants, and waste agreements

The Carleton Place Council is meeting virtually to approve the agenda, minutes, and a consent report containing several administrative items. Key decisions include approving community enrichment grants, funding for Interval House, expanding a food cycler pilot project, and passing by-laws to amend childcare fees and accept a contribution agreement. The meeting is largely routine with no separate motions listed.

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Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on land purchase at Highways 7 and 15

The Carleton Place Town Council is meeting virtually to approve the agenda, minutes from March 8, and a consent report. The main item is a by-law to purchase land at Highways 7 and 15, which will be voted on. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Vimy Ridge Day and a confirmatory by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council approves land purchase at Highways 7 and 15

Council passed By-law 15-2022 to purchase land at Highways 7 and 15, and By-law 16-2022 to confirm the meeting's proceedings. Council also received a consent report that included appointing two members to the Municipal Heritage Committee and accepting information on lease negotiations for the 3 Francis Street childcare centre. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to review draft Transportation Master Plan and approve 2022 childcare fee increases

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to receive a presentation on the draft Transportation Master Plan and to consider several staff reports. Items include accepting the 2021 Drinking Water System Annual Report, authorizing agreements for hazardous waste collection, approving proposed 2022 childcare fees, allocating $12,260 in community enrichment grants, and expanding the Food Cycler pilot project by 100 units.

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Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to award $311,725.94 plow truck tender

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting to consider routine items including approving minutes, a consent report, and a by-law. The main decision is awarding a tender for a new plow truck to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. for $311,725.94. The consent report also includes supporting a hospital funding motion, approving a multi-purpose pad at Carleton Junction, a Gathering Place in Riverside Park, and upgrades to McLaren Diamond.

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Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to hear update on childcare centre lease addendum with school board

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to receive reports and routine updates. The main item is an information report from the CAO on negotiations for an addendum to the lease for the Childcare Centre at 3 Francis Street with the Upper Canada District School Board. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, receiving committee minutes, and a closed session for several confidential matters.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints two members to Heritage Committee

The Committee of the Whole accepted the agenda and previous minutes, received reports and information listings, and moved into closed session to discuss land, legal, and personnel matters. After returning, they appointed Jasmine Guest and Andrew Elliott to the Municipal Heritage Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Committee to consider $311,725.94 plow truck purchase and hospital funding motion

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to consider a tender award for a new plow truck, a motion supporting AMO's call for provincial re-examination of hospital capital funding, and a public meeting for an official plan amendment. They will also receive minutes from various boards and consider recommendations from the Parks and Recreation Committee.

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✓ Decided: Council awards plow truck tender to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. for $311,725.94

Council awarded Tender PW1-2022 for a new plow truck to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. at a total cost of $311,725.94, with the budget deviation of $1,725.94 taken from account no. 10-31-706-000-6401. Council also supported AMO's proposed motion for a provincial re-examination of the 'local share' hospital capital calculation methodology. Several other items were approved, including a multi-purpose pad for Carleton Junction, a 'Gathering Place in Riverside Park' with a ceremonial fire pit, and upgrades to the McLaren Diamond in principle. A motion regarding parkland for the McNeely Landing Subdivision was deferred.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to request opening Highway 7 environmental study

Council will consider a motion directing staff to formally request the Ministry of Transportation open the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) for Highway 7 improvements, and to keep the Transportation Master Plan depicting a public through street north of Highway 7. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, a consent report, and three by-laws, including a joint compliance audit committee terms of reference for the 2022 municipal election and a recreation cost-sharing agreement with the Township of Beckwith for 2022-2023.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to request MTO open Highway 7 study

Council approved a motion directing staff to formally request the Ministry of Transportation open the Transportation Environmental Study Report (TESR) for Highway 7, and to keep a public or private through street north of Highway 7 in the Transportation Master Plan. Council also passed by-laws for the 2022 election compliance audit committee terms and a recreation cost-sharing agreement with Beckwith, and appointed Paul Devon to the BIA board.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to consider William Street development permit and McArthur Island extension

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several reports, including a development permit for a property on William Street, a request to extend the McArthur Island development approval, and the 2021 year-end activity reports from the Fire Department and By-law Enforcement. They will also consider joining a joint compliance audit committee for the 2022 municipal election. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and information items.

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Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on affordable housing grant policy and several by-laws

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting to consider adopting an Affordable Housing Grant Policy, passing several by-laws including transfer payment agreements for IT and records management, and approving a construction access agreement. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and a consent report, plus proclamations for Heritage Week, Wear Red Canada Day, and Pink Shirt Day.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Affordable Housing Grant Policy

Council adopted the Affordable Housing Grant Policy as outlined in the Director of Development Services' report, and passed several by-laws including transfer payment agreements for IT and records management, an amendment to the delegation of authority by-law, and agreements related to the Mississippi Shores Subdivision. All motions were carried unanimously.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to approve five-phase Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement

Council will consider a motion to proceed with a subdivision agreement for the Mississippi Shores (formerly Bodnar) subdivision, allowing development in five phases with conditions. The agenda also includes a consent report on childcare services, a resolution on municipal liability, and a by-law for a downtown revitalization grant.

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✓ Decided: Council approves five-phase Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement

Council directed staff to prepare a subdivision agreement for the Mississippi Shores Subdivision (formerly Bodnar) with a five-phase development, subject to conditions including a secondary construction access before Phase 1A and a building permit for the apartment block before Phase 2. Council also received a childcare service delivery review, supported AMO's recommendations on municipal liability, and appointed Eric Kayia Ojobile to the Childcare Advisory Committee. A by-law for a downtown community revitalization fund contribution agreement was passed.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to consider affordable housing grant policy and construction access agreements

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several reports, including a proposed Affordable Housing Grant Policy, construction access agreements for the Mississippi Shores Subdivision, and routine updates. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss negotiations for future library cost sharing agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Affordable Housing Grant Policy and delegates approvals

The Committee of the Whole approved the Affordable Housing Grant Policy and amended the Delegation of Authority By-law to let the Director of Development Services approve grant applications. They also authorized construction access and indemnification agreements for drainage works related to the Mississippi Shores Subdivision. All other items were received as information or were procedural.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special CoW

Closed session to discuss Highway 7 and 15 improvements

This is a special Committee of the Whole meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to discuss Highway 7 and 15 improvements. The closed session is authorized under the Municipal Act for confidential information and negotiation strategy. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, approval of agenda, declarations, rise and report, adjournment).

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed session on Highway 7 and 15 improvements

The Committee of the Whole met in closed session to discuss Highway 7 and 15 improvements, with two councillors declaring conflicts of interest. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only actions were procedural (agenda approval, closed session, and adjournment).

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 7:00 PM

CoW

Council to review childcare service delivery, liability stance, and subdivision phasing

The Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss several reports and proposed motions. Key items include receiving a childcare services delivery review, endorsing AMO's recommendations on municipal liability, and directing staff to prepare a subdivision agreement for Mississippi Shores with a five-phase plan. The committee will also consider amending the election sign by-law and will move into closed session for legal and land matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 5-phase Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement

Council directed staff to prepare a subdivision agreement for the Mississippi Shores (formerly Bodnar) subdivision, recognizing a five-phase development with conditions including a secondary construction access before Phase 1A and security deposits adjusted for inflation. A motion for four phases was defeated. Council also received a childcare service delivery review and passed a resolution supporting AMO's recommendations on municipal liability. An election sign by-law amendment was defeated.

Virtual Zoom Meeting
Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to pass fire department by-law and confirm proceedings

This is a routine council meeting with no presentations, consent reports, or motions. The main substantive item is the final passage of By-law 01-2022 to establish and regulate the town's fire department. Council will also approve prior meeting minutes and pass a confirmatory by-law for these proceedings.

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✓ Decided: Council passes fire department by-law and confirms proceedings

Council approved By-law 01-2022 to establish and regulate a fire department, and By-law 02-2022 confirming the proceedings of the January 11, 2022 meeting. The meeting was largely procedural, with no presentations, consent reports, or motions. Mayor Black gave his annual address highlighting town achievements and 2022 projects.

Virtual Zoom Meeting