Carleton Place public meetings in 2022
45 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CoW
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.
- Official Plan amendment to allow 92 units per net hectare at Johanne's Garden, 277 Coleman Street (Lepine Construction)
- Development permit DP2-09-21 for Johanne's Garden with conditions including sanitary flow metering, Coleman Street multi-use path, and pedestrian crossover
- Draft 2023 Water and Sewer Budget to be presented for public comment on January 10, 2023
- Cyber insurance policy for 2023 in the amount of $24,256.80
- Insurance and risk management services for 2023 in the amount of $490,595
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.
- Approved Official Plan amendment and Development Permit for Johanne’s Garden at 277 Coleman Street (Carried)
- Authorized staff to present draft 2023 Water and Sewer budget for public comment on January 10, 2023 (Carried)
- Amended Delegation of Authority By-law to allow CAO spending up to prior year's operating budget until new budget is passed (Carried)
- Instructed staff to include emergency generators in the Capital Budget (Carried)
- Approved Option 4 for conducting a Strategic Planning Session (Carried)
- Authorized $24,256.80 for 2023 cyber insurance services with CFC (Carried)
- Authorized $490,595 for 2023 insurance and risk management services with Intact Public Entities (Carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 67-2022: Amends Parks and Facilities By-law 23-2019
- By-law 68-2022: Approves Official Plan Amendment for 277 Coleman Street
- By-law 69-2022: Approves Fees and Charges By-law
- By-law 70-2022: Amends Delegation of Authority By-law 94-2020 (Operating Budget)
- By-law 71-2022: Agreement for Insurance and Risk Management Services for 2023
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.
- Approved Official Plan Amendment 277 for 277 Coleman Street (By-law 68-2022)
- Approved Fees and Charges By-law (By-law 69-2022)
- Approved amendment to Parks and Facilities By-law 23-2019 (By-law 67-2022)
- Approved agreement for 2023 Insurance and Risk Management Services (By-law 71-2022)
- Approved amendment to Delegation of Authority By-law 94-2020 regarding Operating Budget (By-law 70-2022)
- Reduced Carleton Place Water Dragons morning rental rate to $32.74 + HST
- Endorsed rerouting the Trans Canada Trail to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail
- Authorized staff to present draft 2023 Water and Sewer budget for public comment on January 10, 2021
CoW
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.
- Adoption of 2023 comprehensive Fees and Charges By-law
- Development permit DP3-03-2022 for 85-87 Victoria Street with easement condition
- Approval of 2023 Council and Committee Calendar
- Endorsement of Trans Canada Trail reroute to Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail
- Amendment to Public Parks and Facilities By-Law 23-2019 for gates; Water Dragons morning rental rate reduced to $32.74 + HST
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.
- Adopted proposed comprehensive Fees and Charges By-law for 2023 (Carried)
- Approved development application DP3-03-2022 for 85-87 Victoria Street pending easement approval (Carried)
- Received 5-Year IT and Digital Master Plan report for website posting (Carried, Consent)
- Endorsed County of Lanark decision to reroute Trans Canada Trail to the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (Carried, Consent)
- Approved 2023 Council/Committee of the Whole Calendar (Carried, Consent)
- Amended Public Parks and Facilities By-Law 23-2019 regarding gates abutting parks, pathways, and trails (Carried)
- Reduced morning hourly rental rate for Carleton Place Water Dragons to $32.74 + HST and set non-prime rate to $51.55 + HST (Carried, Consent)
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 61-2022: fees and charges to recover capital costs of core water and sewer services
- By-law 62-2022: fees and charges to recover capital costs of roads
- By-law 64-2022: part lot control for 97-107 McPhail Road
- By-law 65-2022: interim tax levy for 2023
- By-law 66-2022: confirmation of council proceedings
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.
- Approved By-law 61-2022 for water and sewer capital cost fees
- Approved By-law 62-2022 for road capital cost fees
- Approved By-law 65-2022 for the 2023 interim tax levy
- Approved By-law 64-2022 regarding part lot control for 97-107 McPhail Road
- Appointed councillors to town committees and boards
- Appointed public members to advisory committees and boards for 2022-2026
Special CoW
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.
- Appointment of initial Committee of the Whole chair for term ending July 31, 2023
- Appointments to Accessibility Advisory Committee, BIA, Environmental Advisory Committee, Library Board, Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, Municipal Drug Strategy Committee, Municipal Heritage Committee, Parks and Recreation Committee, Police Services Board, Urban Forest/River Corridor, Chamber of Commerce, Youth Centre
- Closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals regarding public appointments
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.
- Appointed Andrew Tennant as initial Committee of the Whole chair until July 31, 2023
- Appointed Councillors to Accessibility, BIA, Environmental, Library, Conservation Authority, Drug Strategy, Heritage, Parks and Recreation, Police Services, and Urban Forest boards
- Appointed 8 members to Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Appointed 7 members to Heritage Committee
- Appointed 7 members to Environmental Advisory Committee
- Appointed 6 members to Municipal Drug Strategy Committee
- Appointed 1 member to Police Services Board
- Appointed 5 members to Library Board, 8 to Parks and Recreation, and 8 to Urban Forest/River Corridor
Inaugural Council Meeting
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.
- Oath of office for all council members
- Mayor assumes the chair
- Councillor remarks
- Deputy mayor's inaugural remarks
- Mayor's inaugural remarks
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 58-2022 to adopt an Emergency Measures Plan
- By-law 59-2022 to approve an Emergency Management Program Committee
- By-law 60-2022 to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 for overnight winter parking
- By-law 61-2022 to approve fees and charges to recover capital costs of core services (received as information)
- By-law 62-2022 to approve fees and charges to recover capital costs of roads (received as information)
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.
- Approved $31,600 financial commitment for Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions study
- Approved $10,504.25 in Community Enrichment Grants (Intake 2)
- Renamed Memorial Park to 'Veterans Memorial Park'
- Passed By-law 58-2022 to adopt an Emergency Management Plan
- Passed By-law 59-2022 to approve an Emergency Management Program Committee
- Passed By-law 60-2022 amending overnight winter parking rules
- Approved Fire Department Remuneration Policy
- Authorized MOU for Shriners pop can trailer trial on Princess Street
CoW
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.
- Request to rename Memorial Park to Veterans Memorial Park
- Proposed amendment to Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 to add two overnight winter parking areas
- Financial report to September 30, 2022 to be received as information
- Motion to review Property Standards By-law 93-2020 for legal viability
- Notice of Public Information Centre for Highway 7 and Highway 15 intersection improvements
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.
- Renamed Memorial Park to 'Veterans Memorial Park' (Carried)
- Approved adding two additional overnight winter parking areas to Traffic and Parking By-Law 46-2003 (Carried)
- Directed staff to review Property Standards By-law 93-2020 for legal viability (Carried)
- Received Financial Report to September 30, 2022 (Carried)
- Accepted Committee of the Whole Minutes from October 11, 2022 (Carried)
- Received Library Board and CPEAC minutes (Carried)
- Accepted report on staffing matter settlement terms as information (Carried)
- Accepted update on the sale of land as information (Carried)
CoW
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.
- 160 Miguel Street townhome infill development (DP3-02-2021) - staff seeking direction to deny or approve
- 2022 Parking Utilization and Management Study by RV Anderson to be received
- Community Enrichment Grants Intake 2 allocation of $10,504.25
- Proposed location for Shriner's pop can trailer on Princess Street road allowance
- Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions feasibility study - $31,600 commitment for 2023 Capital Budget
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.
- Denied townhome infill development at 160 Miguel Street
- Received 2022 Parking Utilization and Management Study
- Accepted Fire Department and By-law Enforcement 3rd quarter activity report as information
- Approved Fire Department Remuneration Policy as amended
- Approved updated emergency plan and Emergency Management Committee membership for 2022
- Approved $10,504.25 in Community Enrichment Grants (Intake 2)
- Authorized MOU with Land O'Lakes Shriners for pop can trailer placement for 1-year trial
- Supported $31,600 commitment for Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions feasibility study
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 52-2022: Designate a Community Improvement Project Area
- By-law 53-2022: Adopt a Community Improvement Plan (includes brownfield and affordable housing memo)
- By-law 54-2022: Authorize fleet services agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Canada Inc.
- Heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street (Boulton Brown Mill)
- Delay extra busing charges for school-age childcare to September 1, 2023; lobby STEO
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.
- Approved heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street (Boulton Brown Mill) (carried)
- Adopted By-law 52-2022 designating a Community Improvement Project Area (carried)
- Adopted By-law 53-2022 adopting a Community Improvement Plan (carried)
- Authorized fleet services agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Canada Inc. via By-law 54-2022 (carried)
- Amended Delegation of Authority By-law 94-2020 for heritage permits via By-law 55-2022 (carried)
- Approved part lot control for McPhail Road via By-law 56-2022 (carried)
- Delayed extra busing charges for school-age childcare to September 1, 2023, and directed staff to lobby STEO (carried)
- Approved Electronic Monitoring Policy under Bill 88 (carried)
CoW
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.
- Heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street (Boulton Brown Mill)
- Delay of extra busing charges for Carleton Place School Age Childcare to September 1, 2023
- Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for light-duty vehicles (2-5 year terms)
- Approval of Electronic Monitoring Policy per Bill 88, Working for Workers Act 2022
- Motion to investigate designating Riverside Park as a heritage property
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.
- Approved heritage permit for window replacement at 49 Mill Street (Boulton Brown Mill) (carried)
- Directed amendment of Delegated Authority By-law 94-2020 to authorize Director of Development Services to issue heritage permits (carried)
- Delayed implementation of extra busing charges for Carleton Place School Age Childcare Services to September 1, 2023 (carried)
- Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for light-duty vehicle leasing (carried)
- Approved Electronic Monitoring Policy under Bill 88, Working for Workers Act 2022 (carried)
- Directed staff to investigate designating Riverside Park as a heritage property (carried)
- Received minutes from CPEAC, Library Board, and BIA Board (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- Transportation Master Plan completion, with removal of active transportation pedestrian bridge across Mississippi River
- Water Wastewater Master Plan completion
- Consideration of capital expenditures during 2023 budget process
- Consideration of policy changes for next Official Plan update
- By-law 51-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings)
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.
- Approved waterworks truck tender to J.D. Brule for $187,359.49 (carried)
- Received Transportation Master Plan with removal of active transportation pedestrian bridge (carried)
- Received Water Wastewater Master Plan (carried)
- Directed staff to undertake Growth Scenario Option 2 for Official Plan (carried)
- Directed staff to undertake Direction to Move Forward Option 2 for Official Plan (carried)
- Directed staff to undertake Timeline of Notice of Amendment Option 3 for Official Plan (carried)
- Approved sending letter to Canadian Fuels Association about local gas prices (carried)
- Approved consent report and previous minutes (carried)
Special CoW
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.
- Discussion of Carleton Place Official Plan red-line working draft
- Direction on growth scenario options
- Direction on next steps for the Official Plan amendment
- Direction on timeline for notice of amendment
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.
- Directed staff to undertake Growth Scenario Option 2 (Communication 133081) — carried.
- Directed staff to undertake Direction to Move Forward Option 2 (Communication 133081) — carried.
- Directed staff to undertake Timeline of Notice of Amendment Option 3 (Communication 133081) — carried.
CoW
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.
- Conditional approval of Development Permit DP3-03-2021 for 160 Miguel Street townhome infill, with tree planting conditions
- Tender PW6-2022 for a new waterworks truck awarded to J.D. Brule for $187,359.49, with budget deviation of $12,359.49 from water/wastewater reserve
- Receive completed Transportation Master Plan and consider capital expenditures in 2023 budget
- Receive completed Water Wastewater Master Plan
- Motion to send letter to Canadian Fuels Association about gas prices being 10 cents/litre higher than Ottawa
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.
- Defeated conditional approval of development permit for 160 Miguel Street townhome infill
- Removed $8M active transportation pedestrian bridge from Transportation Master Plan (carried)
- Defeated removal of proposed pathway around Arklan Island from Transportation Master Plan
- Received completed Transportation Master Plan with bridge removal (carried)
- Received completed Water Wastewater Master Plan (carried)
- Awarded waterworks truck tender to J.D. Brule for $187,359.49 (carried)
- Received Financial Report to July 31, 2022 as information (carried)
- Adopted Community Improvement Plan with amendments (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- Approval of Council Minutes dated August 23, 2022
- Receive Consent Report dated September 13, 2022
- Pass By-law No. 50-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings)
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.
- Approved permanent Pride crosswalk in Downtown District or Mississippi Transitional Sector (consent, no recorded vote)
- Approved inclusion of crosswalk maintenance in annual budget (consent)
- Accepted Master Plan Project Status Update as information (consent)
Special CoW
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.
- Draft Transportation Masterplan workshop with Parsons Corporation
- Master Plan Projects Status update (Communication 133075)
- Draft Water/Wastewater Masterplan workshop with Stantec
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.
- Deferred motion to receive the draft Transportation Master Plan
- Accepted the Master Plan Projects Status Update as information
- Recessed at 11:08 a.m. and returned at 1:00 p.m.
- Adjourned at 2:19 p.m.
CoW
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.
- Development permit DP3-01-2022 for Wendy's Restaurant at 10418 Highway 7
- Development permit DP3-03-2021 for townhome infill at 160 Miguel Street, with tree planting conditions
- Motion to install a permanent Pride crosswalk in the Downtown District or Mississippi Transitional Sector by June 2023
- Motion to send a letter to the Canadian Fuels Association about gas prices being 10 cents higher than Ottawa
- Statutory public meeting for the Community Improvement Plan
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.
- Approved development permit DP3-01-2022 for Wendy's Restaurant at 10418 Highway 7 (carried)
- Deferred development permit DP3-03-2021 for townhome infill at 160 Miguel Street
- Directed installation of permanent Pride crosswalk in downtown or Mississippi Transitional Sector (carried, consent)
- Approved agenda as amended, deferring 160 Miguel Street item
- Accepted Committee of the Whole minutes from August 9, 2022
- Received information listing dated August 23, 2022
Council Meeting
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.
- Approval of minutes from June 21 and June 28, 2022 council meetings
- Receipt of Consent Report dated August 23, 2022
- Passing of By-law 49-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings)
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.
- Approved agenda as amended to remove items 3-8 from consent report (carried)
- Received May 21 storm after-action review as information (carried)
- Received Carleton Place Fire Department and By-law Enforcement 2022 Q2 activity report as information (carried)
- Appointed Alec Norrie to Municipal Heritage Committee (carried)
- Approved minutes of June 21 and 28, 2022 as presented (carried)
- Passed By-law 49-2022 confirming proceedings (carried)
CoW
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.
- Award Tender PW5-2022 for new sidewalk plow to J.D. Brule for $172,968.60
- Purchase new Zamboni Model 552ACLI ice resurfacer with trade-in for $175,730.50
- Authorize J.L. Richards to complete Emergency Generator Investigation Analysis Report for $24,431 plus HST
- Approve additional $10,813 for BIA's 2022 Façade Improvement Program
- Purchase video recording software, equipment, and wireless microphone system from Audio Hi End Service for $34,244.99
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.
- Awarded sidewalk plow tender PW5-2022 to J.D. Brule for $172,968.60 (carried)
- Authorized J.L. Richards to complete Emergency Generator Investigation Analysis for $24,431 plus HST, including Carambeck location (carried)
- Approved replacing pool chlorination system with AccuTab feeder, additional $2,900 from surplus (carried)
- Approved purchase of Zamboni Model 552ACLI ice resurfacer for $175,730.50, with trade-in (carried)
- Approved additional $10,813 for BIA Façade Improvement program (carried)
- Awarded AV system quote to Audio Hi End Service for $34,244.99 (carried)
- Appointed Alec Norrie to Municipal Heritage Committee (carried)
- Received reports on storm after-action review and fire department Q2 activities (carried)
Inaugural Council Meeting
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.
- Approved agenda as presented (carried)
- Moved into closed session to discuss privileged and confidential matters (carried)
- Passed By-law 48-2022 confirming council proceedings (carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:00 p.m. (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- Approved 2021 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (carried)
- Authorized staff to submit Canada Wide Early Years Childcare application (carried)
- Supported continued MVCA Category 2 and 3 programs (carried)
- Approved leasing three pick-up trucks via LAS/Enterprise Fleet Management (carried)
- Passed By-law 44-2022 for road dedication on Mullett Street (carried)
- Passed By-law 45-2022 for MVCA septic system management agreement (carried)
- Passed By-law 46-2022 amending recreation fees and charges (carried)
- Passed By-law 47-2022 confirming council proceedings (carried)
CoW
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.
- Approved 2021 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (consent)
- Approved by-law for Sewage System Management Agreement with MVCA
- Deferred Transportation Master Plan to working session
- Authorized leasing three pick-up trucks through LAS/Enterprise Fleet Management (consent)
- Supported continued delivery of MVCA Category 2 and 3 programs (consent)
- Approved 5.94% increase in pool fees and ice rental rates effective Sept 5, 2022
Council Meeting
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).
- By-law 30-2022 authorizes the Mississippi Shores (Bodnar) subdivision agreement
- By-law 31-2022 amends Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 for Mississippi Shores
- By-laws 32-2022 to 41-2022 enact part-lot control on Reynolds Avenue, Hooper Street, Cummings Avenue, and Eastwood Drive
- By-law 42-2022 approves a contribution agreement for a federal grant for the BIA
- Asset Management Plan addendum to be approved
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.
- Approved $60,000 for post-storm cleanup (carried)
- Passed By-law 30-2022 Mississippi Shores Subdivision Agreement (carried)
- Passed By-law 31-2022 amending Traffic and Parking By-law for Mississippi Shores (carried)
- Passed By-laws 32-2022 to 41-2022 for part-lot control on Reynolds, Hooper, Cummings, Eastwood (carried)
- Passed By-law 42-2022 Contribution Agreement for Federal Grant BIA (carried)
- Approved addendum to 2021 Asset Management Plan (carried)
- Appointed Rae Dulmage and Jean Muncy to Accessibility Advisory Committee (carried)
CoW
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.
- Authorized staff to submit Canada Wide Early Years Childcare application (carried, consent)
- Requested staff review of May 21st storm power outage response (carried, consent)
- Received CAO's Delegated Authority Report as information (carried, consent)
- Received BIA and Library board minutes (carried)
- Received Information Listing including United Way letter on May 21st storm (carried)
- Noticed motion to support MVCA Category 2 and 3 programs and develop MOU/CAA
CoW
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.
- Subdivision agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. for Mississippi Shores Subdivision (formerly Bodnar)
- By-law amendment to Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 for stop signs and no-parking zones in Mississippi Shores
- Authorization of $60,000 additional expenditure for post-storm clean-up from May 21, 2022 storm
- Notice of motion by Councillor Seccaspina to review town's response to May 21 power outages
- Closed session for land acquisition/disposition and Accessibility Advisory Committee applications
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.
- Approved Mississippi Shores Subdivision Agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. (carried)
- Amended Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 for stop signs and no-parking zones in Mississippi Shores (carried)
- Authorized $60,000 additional expenditure for post-storm cleanup (carried)
- Appointed Rae Dulmage and Jean Muncy to Accessibility Advisory Committee (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 26-2022 to adopt a Heritage Grant Policy
- By-law 27-2022 amending Delegation of Authority By-law 94-2020 for heritage grants
- By-law 28-2022 authorizing agreement with Perry Consulting for IT Digital Strategy and Master Plan
- By-law 29-2022 confirming council proceedings
- Consent report dated May 31, 2022
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.
- Approved 2022 PSAB budget (carried)
- Approved Disconnecting from Work Policy (carried)
- Appointed Kaitey Cosgrove to BIA Board (carried)
- Supported 3-year extension for Coleman Central Subdivision (carried)
- Passed By-law 26-2022 Heritage Grant Policy (carried)
- Passed By-law 27-2022 amending Delegation of Authority By-law (carried)
- Passed By-law 28-2022 for IT Digital Strategy agreement with Perry Consulting (carried)
- Passed By-law 29-2022 Confirmation of Proceedings (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- Approved By-law 24-2022 establishing 2022 tax rates (carried)
- Awarded Coleman Street PXO to Partham Engineering for $32,500 + HST (carried)
- Approved budget deviation of $572 from account 10-32-000-317-6401 (carried)
- Supported one-year extension of Mississippi Shores Subdivision draft approval (carried)
- Appointed Phil Hogan, Paul Howard, Richard Bennett to Joint Lanark County Compliance Audit Committee (carried)
- Passed By-law 22-2022 adding Coleman Street pedestrian crossover to traffic by-law (carried)
- Passed By-law 23-2022 adopting new building by-law, repealing 15-2018 (carried)
- Passed By-law 25-2022 confirming council proceedings (carried)
CoW
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.
- Presentation by Stantec Consulting on Water/Wastewater Master Plan and Environmental Assessments
- Approval of 2022 Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) Budget
- Three-year extension of Draft Approval for Coleman Central Subdivision
- Heritage Grant Program by-law and policy under Ontario Heritage Act
- Disconnecting from Work Policy per Bill 27
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.
- Approved 3-year extension for Coleman Central Subdivision draft approval (carried, consent)
- Received Financial Report to March 31, 2022 (carried, consent)
- Approved 2022 PSAB Budget (carried, consent)
- Approved Heritage Grant Program By-law and policy (carried, by-law prepared)
- Approved Disconnecting from Work Policy (carried, consent)
- Received Municipal Heritage Committee minutes (February and April 2022) (carried)
- Appointed Kaitey Cosgrove to Downtown Carleton Place BIA Board (carried, consent)
CoW
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.
- New Building By-Law to be approved
- Coleman St. PXO awarded to Partham Engineering for $32,500 + HST, with $572 budget deviation from account 10-32-000-317-6401
- One-year extension of Draft Approval for Mississippi Shores Subdivision
- Appointments to Joint Lanark County Compliance Audit Committee: Phil Hogan, Paul Howard, Richard Bennett (term Nov 15, 2022 – Nov 14, 2026)
- Closed session for acquisition or disposition of land
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.
- Approved new Building By-Law (carried)
- Awarded Coleman St. PXO to Partham Engineering, $32,500 + HST (carried)
- Approved $572 budget deviation from account 10-32-000-317-6401 (carried)
- Supported 1-year extension of Mississippi Shores Subdivision Draft Approval (carried)
- Appointed Phil Hogan, Paul Howard, Richard Bennett to Compliance Audit Committee (carried)
- Received CPFD and By-law Enforcement Q1 2022 report as information (carried)
- Received committee minutes and DWQMS report as information (carried)
Council Meeting
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.
- Approved By-law 20-2022 (Road Dedication Mississippi Road) (carried)
- Received Consent Report including wastewater annual report, development activity report, and CAO delegated authority report (carried)
- Directed staff to comment endorsing delegation of consent authority to County Planner (carried)
- Directed staff to execute amending agreement for 2-year extension of McArthur Island development approval (carried)
- Authorized tennis court repairs in 2022, to be included in 2023 budget (carried)
- Directed Clerk to issue non-objection letters for temporary patio extensions for Downtown at Dusk (carried)
- Approved By-law 21-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings) (carried)
CoW
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.
- Carleton Place Wastewater System 2021 Annual Report received as information
- 2021 Development Services Department Activity Report Card received
- Council to comment on Lanark County delegation of consent authority, request all consent authority for town
- Two-year extension of development approval for 150 Mill Street (McArthur Island)
- Tennis court repairs authorized, to be unfunded in 2022 and included in 2023 budget
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.
- Accepted Wastewater System 2021 Annual Report (consent)
- Received 2021 Development Services Activity Report Card (consent)
- Endorsed County consent authority delegation and requested local delegation (consent)
- Approved 2-year extension for McArthur Island development approval (consent)
- Authorized tennis court repairs, unfunded until 2023 budget (consent)
- Issued letter of non-objection for BIA patio extensions for Downtown at Dusk (consent)
- Received CAO's Delegated Authority Report (consent)
- Moved to closed session for land acquisition and personal matters
Council Meeting
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.
- Community Enrichment Grants Intake 1: $12,260.00 allocation
- Funding for Lanark County Interval House Second Stage Housing: $5,000
- Food Cycler pilot expansion: additional 100 units at $100/unit subsidy
- By-law 17-2022: Amend Fees By-law 120-2021 for childcare fees
- By-law 18-2022: Contribution Agreement for Canada Healthy Communities Initiative Funding
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 15-2022: Purchase of Land at Highways 7 and 15
- By-law 16-2022: Confirmation of Council Proceedings
- Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022
- Proclamation of Vimy Ridge Day
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.
- Approved By-law 15-2022 for purchase of land at Highways 7 and 15 (carried)
- Approved By-law 16-2022 confirming council proceedings (carried)
- Appointed Jasmine Guest and Andrew Elliott to the Municipal Heritage Committee (carried)
- Received consent report on lease addendum for 3 Francis Street childcare centre (carried)
CoW
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.
- Draft Transportation Master Plan presentation by Parsons Engineering
- Proposed 2022 childcare fee increases (by-law to be forwarded to Council)
- Community Enrichment Grants Intake 1: $12,260 total, plus $5,000 for Lanark County Interval House Second Stage Housing
- Food Cycler pilot project expansion: additional 100 units, $100/unit subsidy from surplus or reserves
- Authorize CAO to sign agreements with Product Care and AMS for hazardous/special products collection
Council Meeting
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.
- Award Tender PW1-2022 for plow truck to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. for $311,725.94
- Support AMO motion for provincial re-examination of hospital capital funding 'local share'
- Proceed with construction of multi-purpose pad for Carleton Junction
- Permit 'Gathering Place in Riverside Park' with ceremonial fire pit
- Support in principle upgrades to McLaren Diamond
CoW
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.
- Report on addendum to lease with UCDSB for 3 Francis Street Childcare Centre
- Receiving minutes from Urban Forest/River Corridor Committee and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority
- Information listing includes EORN Cell Gap Project Update
- Closed session items: OLT hearing, developer negotiations, employment matter, land transaction, Heritage Committee appointment
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.
- Appointed Jasmine Guest and Andrew Elliott to the Municipal Heritage Committee (carried, consent)
- Accepted Committee of the Whole minutes from February 22, 2022 (carried)
- Received report on UCDSB lease addendum for 3 Francis Street childcare centre (carried, consent)
- Received minutes from Urban Forest/River Corridor Committee and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (carried)
- Received Information Listing dated March 8, 2022 (carried)
- Moved into closed session for land, legal, and personnel matters (carried)
CoW
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.
- Tender PW1-2022 for a new plow truck awarded to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. for $306,334.45 plus HST, total $311,725.94, with budget deviation of $1,725.94 from account 10-31-706-000-6401
- Public meeting for an Official Plan Amendment for Johanne's Garden Apartment Complex at 277 Coleman Street
- Motion to support AMO's call for provincial re-examination of 'local share' hospital capital funding methodology
- Parks and Recreation recommendations: multi-purpose pad for Carleton Junction, Gathering Place in Riverside Park, McLaren Diamond upgrades, and parkland objection for McNeely Landing Subdivision
- Receipt of minutes from Library Board, Urban Forest/River Corridor, Home Owner Tree Planting Program, and Parks and Recreation
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.
- Awarded plow truck tender to Aebi-Schmidt Canada Ltd. for $311,725.94 total, with budget deviation from account no. 10-31-706-000-6401
- Supported AMO's proposed motion for provincial re-examination of 'local share' hospital capital calculation methodology
- Approved construction of a multi-purpose pad for Carleton Junction, notifying the County of Lanark
- Permitted the 'Gathering Place in Riverside Park', forwarding details to Parks and Recreation Committee and requiring Fire Chief approval for ceremonial fire pit
- Supported in principle upgrades to the McLaren Diamond, with a financial report to come later
- Deferred motion on parkland allocation for McNeely Landing Subdivision
- Received Committee and Board minutes from Library Board, Urban Forest/River Corridor, and Parks and Recreation
- Received Information Listing dated February 22, 2022
Council Meeting
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.
- Motion to request MTO open the Highway 7 TESR
- By-law 11-2022: Joint Compliance Audit Committee Terms of Reference for 2022 Municipal Election
- By-law 12-2022: Recreation Cost Sharing Agreement with Township of Beckwith 2022-2023
- By-law 13-2022: Confirmation of Council Proceedings
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.
- Approved motion to request MTO open TESR for Highway 7 and keep through street in TMP (carried)
- Appointed Paul Devon to BIA Board of Directors (carried)
- Passed By-law 11-2022 Joint Compliance Audit Committee Terms of Reference (carried)
- Passed By-law 12-2022 Recreation Cost Sharing Agreement with Beckwith 2022-2023 (carried)
- Passed By-law 13-2022 Confirmation of Council Proceedings (carried)
CoW
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.
- Development permit DP3-07-2021 for William Street: allow an additional residential unit, increase unit size to 125 m², reduce lot area to 485.6 m², reduce frontage to 15.74 m, increase driveway width to 36.4%
- Direct staff to negotiate a Development Permit Amending Agreement for McArthur Island to extend expiry dates by up to two years
- Approve membership in the Joint Lanark County Compliance Audit Committee for the 2022 municipal election
- Receive 2021 year-end activity reports from Carleton Place Fire Department and By-law Enforcement
- Closed session to discuss Highway 7 Improvement Project update and BIA appointment
Council Meeting
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.
- Adoption of Affordable Housing Grant Policy
- By-law 05-2022: Transfer Payment Agreement for Municipal Modernization Program (IT Strategy)
- By-law 06-2022: Transfer Payment Agreement for Municipal Modernization Program (Records Management)
- By-law 08-2022: Construction Access Agreement with Upper Canada District School Board for Mississippi Shores Subdivision
- By-law 09-2022: Assignment and Indemnification Agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. for Mississippi Shores Subdivision
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.
- Adopted Affordable Housing Grant Policy (carried)
- Passed By-law 05-2022 (Transfer Payment Agreement - Municipal Modernization Program - IT Strategy)
- Passed By-law 06-2022 (Transfer Payment Agreement - Municipal Modernization Program - Records Management)
- Passed By-law 07-2022 (Amendment of Delegation of Authority By-law 94-2020)
- Passed By-law 08-2022 (Construction Access Agreement with Upper Canada District School Board - Mississippi Shores Subdivision)
- Passed By-law 09-2022 (Assignment and Indemnification Agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. - Mississippi Shores Subdivision)
- Passed By-law 10-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings)
Council Meeting
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.
- Mississippi Shores Subdivision: five-phase development, with conditions on access, permits, and security deposits
- Childcare Services Service Delivery Review Report (ONE Human Services Network) to be received and posted by Jan 31, 2022
- Resolution supporting AMO's seven recommendations on municipal joint and several liability
- Appointment of Eric Kayia Ojobile to Childcare Advisory Committee
- By-law 03-2022: Contribution Agreement for Community Revitalization Fund Grant Program (Downtown)
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.
- Approved Mississippi Shores Subdivision phasing plan (5-phase) (carried)
- Received Childcare Services Service Delivery Review report (carried)
- Directed staff to submit childcare report to Province and post on website by Jan 31, 2022 (carried)
- Supported AMO's 7 recommendations on municipal joint and several liability (carried)
- Appointed Eric Kayia Ojobile to Childcare Advisory Committee (carried)
- Passed By-law 03-2022 (Contribution Agreement - Community Revitalization Fund Grant Program - Downtown) (carried)
- Passed By-law 04-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings) (carried)
CoW
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.
- Construction Access Agreements with Upper Canada District School Board and 1384341 Ontario Ltd. for drainage works at Mississippi Shores Subdivision
- Adoption of Affordable Housing Grant Policy and delegation of approval to Director of Development Services
- 2021 Communications Year in Review report
- CAO's Delegated Authority Report
- Closed session on library cost sharing negotiations
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.
- Adopted Affordable Housing Grant Policy and delegated application approvals to Director of Development Services
- Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute Construction Access Agreement with Upper Canada District School Board for Mississippi Shores Subdivision drainage works
- Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute Assignment and Indemnification Agreement with 1384341 Ontario Ltd. for the same drainage works
- Received 2021 Communications Year in Review as information
- Received CAO's Delegated Authority Report as information
- Received Library Board minutes from December 15, 2021
- Received Information Listing including DWQMS and EORN updates
Special CoW
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).
- Closed session on Highway 7 and 15 improvements
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(h) and (k)
- Staff and MTO representatives permitted to attend closed session
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).
- Agenda accepted as presented (carried)
- Moved into closed session to discuss Highway 7 and 15 improvements (carried)
- Returned to regular session at 7:25 p.m. (carried)
- Meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m. (carried)
CoW
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.
- Childcare Services Service Delivery Review Report received; staff to develop implementation plan and submit to Province by Jan 31, 2022
- Motion to support AMO's seven recommendations on municipal joint and several liability and forward to provincial officials
- Mississippi Shores Subdivision (formerly Bodnar) five-phase phasing plan; conditions include secondary access to Morris Street and security deposit adjustments
- Election Sign By-law 56-2018 amendment: limit signs to one per candidate on private property, max 24"x24", $50 removal fee
- Closed session for legal advice on subdivision phasing, land purchase agreement, cost sharing, and childcare committee application
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.
- Approved 5-phase Mississippi Shores subdivision agreement with conditions (carried)
- Defeated motion for 4-phase subdivision
- Received childcare service delivery review report (consent)
- Supported AMO recommendations on municipal joint and several liability (consent)
- Defeated election sign by-law amendment
- Appointed Eric Kayia Ojobile to Childcare Advisory Committee (consent)
Council Meeting
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.
- By-law 01-2022 (To Establish and Regulate a Fire Department) — final passage
- By-law 02-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings for January 11, 2022)
- Approval of Council Minutes from December 7 and 16, 2021
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.
- Approved By-law 01-2022 (To Establish and Regulate a Fire Department) (carried)
- Approved By-law 02-2022 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings) (carried)
- Approved the agenda as presented (carried)
- Accepted Council Minutes from December 7 and 16, 2021 (carried)