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Georgian Bluffs public meetings in 2022

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

Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council discusses water services, planning amendments, and committee appointments

The Council is reviewing several administrative updates including procedure by-law amendments and staff reports. Key discussions include exploring water service extensions for the Pottawatomi area and approving various land development requests.

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✓ Decided: Council approves RFP for majority shareholder of Derby BIOGRID facility

Council ratified a decision to issue an RFP for a majority shareholder of the jointly owned Derby BIOGRID facility. Other key actions included awarding a Community Improvement Plan contract and initiating discussions with the City of Owen Sound regarding water services for the Pottawatomi area.

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Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Joint councils to decide on BioGRID facility ownership RFP

The Township of Georgian Bluffs and Township of Chatsworth are holding a special joint council meeting. The main item is a staff report recommending that an RFP be issued to find a majority shareholder for the jointly owned Derby BioGRID facility, with results to be reported back to both councils. The meeting also includes a closed session for member education or training, and a confirming by-law.

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✓ Decided: Joint Councils approve RFP for Derby BioGRID facility majority shareholder

The Joint Councils of Georgian Bluffs and Chatsworth approved an RFP to invite proposals for a majority shareholder of the jointly owned Derby BioGRID facility. Staff were directed to report back with the RFP results and recommendations for future ownership and operating arrangements.

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Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to appoint Isaac Shouldice as new councillor

This special council meeting is primarily to appoint Isaac Shouldice to fill a vacant council seat, following a report considered at the November 22, 2022 special meeting. Council will also pass a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including land acknowledgement, approval of agenda, and declaration of office.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Isaac Shouldice as Councillor

The Township of Georgian Bluffs held a special meeting to appoint a new council member. Council passed a by-law to appoint Isaac Shouldice to the office of Councillor, and Mr. Shouldice subsequently took the Declaration of Office.

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Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider extending Davenport subdivision approval, water talks

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing staff reports and making recommendations on several items, including extending draft approval for the Davenport Subdivision, appointing council members to the Committee of Adjustment, supporting a condominium exemption, and awarding a contract for a Community Improvement Plan. The committee will also discuss drafting a letter to Owen Sound about extending water services to the Pottawatomi area.

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✓ Decided: Council requests meeting with Owen Sound to explore water services for Pottawatomi

Council approved several planning extensions, a community improvement contract, and updates to the Procedure By-law. They also resolved to seek a meeting with the City of Owen Sound regarding water service extensions for Pottawatomi residents.

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Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 12:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to declare vacant seat after resignation, pursue appointment

This special council meeting focuses on declaring a vacant council seat following the resignation of Councillor-Elect Mike Smith and directing staff to fill the position. The agenda also includes a closed session for council orientation, a land acknowledgement, and a confirming by-law.

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✓ Decided: Isaac Shouldice appointed to vacant Council seat

Council declared a Council office vacant following the resignation of Councillor-Elect Mike Smith. Isaac Shouldice was appointed to the position of Councillor, with a formalizing by-law to be presented in December.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Inaugural council meeting to swear in new members and pass confirming by-law

This is the inaugural meeting of the Township of Georgian Bluffs Council, where newly elected members will take their declarations of office. The council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: New Georgian Bluffs Council members take office

The newly elected Council held its inaugural meeting to formally begin their terms. Members completed their Declarations of Office and passed a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to approve 2022 Emergency Plan and winter sand contract

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to approve the 2022 Emergency Program and Plan, award a winter sand supply contract, and pass several by-laws, including a zoning amendment. They will also consider a communication tower proposal and a subdivision draft approval.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning at 128 Maple Ridge Road after initial defeat

Council initially defeated a zoning by-law amendment for 128 Maple Ridge Road (3-2), then voted to reconsider and passed it (3-2). The amendment allows a subdivision at 345/355 Balmy Beach Road and awards a winter sand supply contract to Walker Aggregates at $23.50/tonne. The 2022 Emergency Plan and a Rogers communication tower at 319282 Grey Road 1 were also approved.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on four land severance and variance applications

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications: three land severances (Abell, Bruce Trail Conservancy, and Taylor) and one minor variance (Bertrend). Staff recommend approving the Abell severance and the Bertrend variance, but deferring the two Bruce Trail Conservancy severances until comments from the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority are received. The committee will also approve minutes from August 23 and correct a legal description error in a previous severance decision.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves four property severances and one minor variance

The Committee of Adjustment approved three severance applications (B-10-21, B-20-22, B-21-22) and one minor variance (A-09-22) to permit boundary realignments, lot additions, and a new dwelling. All decisions were carried unanimously. An earlier severance decision (B12/22) was amended to correct a legal description error.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Climate Action Committee to hear tiny forests presentation, county collaboration

The Climate Action Committee is meeting to approve the July 21, 2022 minutes and hear a delegation on tiny forests from Shawna Macivor and Jenny Carver. They will also discuss collaboration opportunities with the County of Grey, receive an update on the Green Talks initiative, and hear a verbal update on fall initiatives from the Chief Administrative Officer. The agenda includes routine items such as land acknowledgement, approval of agenda, and public question period.

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✓ Decided: Climate committee hears tiny forest presentation, discusses county collaboration

The committee received a presentation on tiny forests and discussed potential collaboration with Grey County on a green development standard, home retrofit program, and EV adoption. No formal decisions were made; items were referred for future council discussion. The agenda was amended to add a work plan discussion, and previous minutes were approved with a typo correction.

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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider draft approval conditions for Shahabi subdivision

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially support proposed conditions for the draft approval of the Shahabi subdivision at 345/355 Balmy Beach Road. A delegation from Cuesta Planning Consultants will present on the matter. The committee will also consider a request to reduce the speed limit on Old Beach Drive.

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✓ Decided: Council supports subdivision conditions for Shahabi at Balmy Beach

Council voted 6-0 to support proposed conditions of draft approval for the Shahabi Subdivision at 345/355 Balmy Beach Road, and directed staff to forward the motion to the County of Grey. A delegation from Cuesta Planning had requested removal of several conditions, but council did not adopt those requests. Correspondence about a speed limit reduction on Old Beach Drive was referred to staff.

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Wed Aug 31, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to decide on 9 zoning by-laws and hear short-term rental petitions

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda, adopt committee recommendations, and vote on nine zoning by-law amendments. The agenda also includes delegations from residents petitioning for Air BNB regulations and a staff recommendation on a Smithcorp Realty Inc. application. Most items are routine approvals of previously discussed planning matters.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to report on short-term accommodation rules in residential areas

Council heard a delegation from residents requesting a ban on absent-landlord Air BNB rentals, citing noise, garbage, and traffic concerns. Council then passed a motion (5-0) directing staff to provide an updated report with current STA data and recommendations to address issues in residential areas, to be presented in the first quarter of 2023. Council also approved multiple zoning by-law amendments and a funding agreement with Boulter Estates Limited.

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Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to hold public hearings on four zoning applications and a proposed Rogers tower

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hold public hearings on four zoning by-law amendment applications (Z-13-22, Z-14-22, Z-12-22, Z-08-22) and to receive a staff report on a proposed Rogers telecommunications tower at 319283 Grey Road 1. Staff recommend approval of all four zoning applications. The committee will also consider a recommendation report on a zoning application and three consent applications for the Radbourne property in Sarawak.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves four zoning amendments and a Rogers tower report

The Committee of the Whole approved four zoning by-law amendments (Z-13-22, Z-14-22, Z-12-22, Z-08-22) and a staff report on a proposed Rogers tower. All motions passed unanimously with no recorded dissenting votes. One councillor abstained from the Bob Nichol application due to a non-pecuniary interest.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on 8 property applications including variances and severances

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review and vote on eight property-related applications. These include minor variances for a garage and a deck, several land severances to create new residential lots, and a larger recommendation report involving consents and a zoning by-law amendment. Staff recommendations for all items are to approve, subject to conditions.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 7 land-use applications including minor variances and severances

The Committee of Adjustment approved all seven applications on the agenda, including minor variances for a garage and a deck, and several severance applications for lot creation and lot additions. All motions were carried unanimously. No applications were denied or tabled.

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Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss municipal negotiations in closed session

The Township of Georgian Bluffs Council will meet for a special session including a closed session. The closed portion is intended to discuss positions, plans, or instructions regarding municipal negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council gave staff direction in closed session on negotiations

Council held a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss a position, plan, or criteria for negotiations. After the closed session, the mayor reported that direction was provided to staff. No other substantive decisions were made; the agenda was approved and a confirming by-law was passed.

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Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to receive detachment commander's report for May-June

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from June 8, 2022, and to receive the Detachment Commander's report covering May 1 to June 30, 2022. No delegations, correspondence, or new business are listed. The next meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2022, after the October meeting is postponed due to the municipal election.

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✓ Decided: Police board receives OPP detachment commander's report

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board received the OPP Detachment Commander's report covering May 1 to June 30, 2022. The report highlighted reductions in 911 hang-ups, property crimes, and impaired driving convictions, with no significant change in calls for service. The board also discussed telephone fraud and overdose reporting. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving the report and approving the agenda and previous minutes.

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Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Climate committee hears county plan, reviews corporate action plan update

The Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Committee meets to hear a delegation from Grey County on its climate action plan, receive an update from Wood Consulting on the township's corporate climate action plan, and discuss the draft work plan. The agenda is otherwise routine, with approval of minutes and standard procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Climate committee hears county plan, defers work plan

The Climate Action Committee received presentations on the Grey County Climate Action Plan and a corporate climate action plan update from Wood Consulting, but made no substantive decisions. The committee approved its agenda and the amended minutes from June 16, 2022, and deferred discussion of its work plan to the September meeting.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide four severance applications, defer one

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider four new severance applications (land division requests) and related zoning changes. Staff recommend approving three of them, while one application is recommended to be deferred to a future meeting. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves three severances, defers one

The Committee of Adjustment approved three severance applications (Kirk, Smithcorp Realty Inc. for two properties, and Locking) subject to conditions, and deferred one application (Smithcorp Realty Inc. B13/22) to a future meeting. All approvals were carried unanimously.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public hearings on three zoning by-law amendments

Georgian Bluffs Council will hold public hearings for three zoning by-law amendment applications (Z-09-22, Z-10-22, Z-11-22) and consider several consent agenda items, including a site plan amendment for the Grove at Cobble Beach and a special events permit for the 2022 Concours d'Elegance. Council will also vote on by-laws for a secondary dwelling unit, the site plan amendment, and a new Committee of Adjustment procedure.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning changes, site plan amendment, and $200K drainage work

Council held public hearings for three zoning applications, approved a site plan amendment for Reid's Heritage Homes' Grove development, and adopted a new Committee of Adjustment procedure by-law. It also approved up to $200,000 for drainage improvements along Kemble Rock Road and waived purchasing requirements for modernization initiatives.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

Board to vote on $706,435 pumper/tanker truck purchase

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management is meeting to approve the agenda, previous minutes, and a recommendation to award a contract for a new pumper/tanker truck. The main decision is whether to approve the purchase from 1200 Degree-Darch Fire (E-One) at a cost of $706,435.40 plus HST. No other staff reports, delegations, or new business are listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire board awards $706K pumper/tanker to second-lowest bidder

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management approved awarding RFT 2022-01 for a new Pumper/Tanker to 1200 Degree-Darch Fire (E-One) at a cost of $706,435.40 plus HST. The decision followed discussion about the truck's 20-year useful life and the need to replace it despite being over budget. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to weigh zoning approval, drainage spending, IT upgrades

The Township of Georgian Bluffs Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a zoning application, modernization initiatives, and drainage improvements. The committee will hear presentations on the Grey County Climate Action Plan and a new resident concern reporting system. Recommendations made at this meeting will go to Council for final approval.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $200K for Kemble Rock Road drainage fixes

The Committee of the Whole approved several recommendations, including spending up to $200,000 from reserves for drainage improvements along Kemble Rock Road, waiving the RFP process. They also approved a zoning application for Hutten & Co., supported the purchase of a CitizenPortal and fibre optic installation, and endorsed draft changes to the Committee of Adjustment structure. A notice of motion was given for a future investigation into short-term rentals.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to hear Kemble Village drainage concerns along Kemble Rock Road

This is a special council meeting focused on a delegation about drainage issues along Kemble Rock Road in the Village of Kemble. Council will hear from a consultant and public registrants, then consider approving the agenda and a confirming by-law. No other substantive decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council hears Kemble Rock Road drainage concerns, commits to solution before spring

Council heard a presentation from GM Blue Plan and public comments about drainage issues along Kemble Rock Road. Council committed to defining a solution before spring. The only formal decision was approving the agenda and a confirming by-law.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 5:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Georgian Bluffs council to hold closed session on negotiations

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction for negotiations carried on by or on behalf of the municipality. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the agenda, a land acknowledgement, and a confirming by-law. The meeting is scheduled for one hour.

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✓ Decided: Council gives staff direction in closed session

The special council meeting was largely procedural, with the only substantive action being a closed-session discussion under the Municipal Act's exemption 'K' regarding negotiations. Council provided direction to staff as a result, but no specific decisions were made public. The agenda was approved, and a confirming by-law was passed.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to vote on two minor variance applications for pool and dwelling

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. One seeks to allow a pool closer to the rear lot line, and the other seeks multiple setback and lot coverage reductions to build a dwelling. Staff recommend approval for both, and the committee will vote on these recommendations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. The first allows a pool to be built closer to the rear lot line than normally permitted, and the second permits a dwelling/cottage with reduced setbacks and increased lot coverage. Both were approved as recommended by the planner.

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Mon Jun 20, 2022 · 9:00 AM

BioGRID Joint Board of Management

BioGRID board to approve 2021 audit and 2022 budget

The BioGRID Joint Board of Management, serving Georgian Bluffs and Chatsworth, will consider approving the 2021 audited financial statements and the 2022 draft budget, which would then go to both township councils for final approval. The board will also receive a verbal update on direction from the two councils.

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✓ Decided: BioGRID board approves 2022 draft budget, sends to councils

The BioGRID Joint Board of Management approved the 2022 draft biodigester budget and referred it to both ownership councils for final approval. The board also approved the 2021 draft audited financial statements as presented by BDO. Staff provided updates on major works, including contract negotiations and asset valuations, with information expected back to the new term of council.

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Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Climate Action Committee to review revised work plan

The Climate Action Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from June 2, 2022, and to discuss a revised work plan. No delegations, correspondence, or staff reports are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public, with electronic participation available by contacting the Clerk.

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✓ Decided: Climate committee approves agenda, minutes; hears GHG inventory update

The Climate Action Committee approved its amended agenda and the minutes from June 2, 2022. Members discussed combining work plans and heard that the consultant completed the GHG inventory, with a presentation meeting to be scheduled. Green Cones are now available for purchase at the Township office, and branding for Green-O-Meters was discussed.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 audit, several zoning changes, and equipment purchases

Council approved the 2021 draft financial statements as presented by BDO, and passed several zoning by-law amendments (for Lynn Robinson, Jim and Deb Stewart, and Lynn Patton-Vaughn) and site plan/subdivision agreement amendments (Blue Bay Villas, Northridge Homes). It also approved the surplus and disposal of a 2006 Volvo excavator and the purchase of a replacement, waived the RFP process, and approved $27,619.61 for snowplow repairs. A zoning application for Mitchell Schultz was deferred pending documentation, and a motion was passed supporting the City of Owen Sound's request to study recall of municipal councillors.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Georgian Bluffs committee to weigh zoning, parking lease, equipment buys

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a zoning amendment for a property on Grey Road 1, a parking lot lease, and equipment purchases. The meeting includes a public hearing for the zoning application and staff reports with recommendations for council approval.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning changes, excavator purchase, and fee waiver

The Committee of the Whole approved a zoning amendment for a secondary dwelling unit at 318837 Grey Road 1, withdrew an Environmental Impact Assessment requirement for another zoning application, and approved several operational items including a new excavator purchase, snowplow repairs, and a fee waiver for a cycling event. They also supported a lease agreement for the Bruce's Caves parking lot and set a special meeting for Kemble drainage.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to review flashing amber light request on Dawson Road

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from April 5, 2022, and to receive the Detachment Commander's report covering March 1 to April 30, 2022. The board will also consider a request from Ashley Jackson to install a flashing amber light on Dawson Road. No delegations or new business are listed.

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✓ Decided: Police board receives OPP report, approves agenda and minutes

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board met on June 8, 2022, and approved the amended agenda and the minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting. The board received the Detachment Commander's report covering March-April 2022, which included updates on crime trends, drug investigations, and traffic issues. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and receiving the report.

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Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Committee to set focus pillars for Community Climate Action Plan

The Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Committee is meeting to discuss and identify the pillars of focus in the Community Climate Action Plan, based on the Grey County Climate Action Plan and the Community Climate Action Plan presented on April 21, 2022. The agenda also includes adopting the minutes from the April 21 meeting and receiving notes from the MCIP Climate Summit. No staff reports, delegations, or new business are listed.

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✓ Decided: Climate Action Committee discusses pillars, no formal decisions

The Climate Action Committee met virtually and approved the agenda and minutes. Discussions focused on community climate action pillars, committee expectations, and the use of Teams chat, but no substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to award Kemble Arena upgrade design contract and pass 2022 budget and tax rate by-laws

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to decide on several key items, including awarding a design contract for Kemble Arena upgrades, approving immediate maintenance for the biodigester, and passing by-laws to adopt the 2022 operating and capital budget and set the 2022 tax rate. The agenda also includes zoning by-law amendments for a property on Finden Street West and a donation to the Oxenden Indigenous Art Project.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 budget, tax rate, and Kemble arena design contract

Council adopted the 2022 operating and capital budgets and established the 2022 tax rate. It also awarded a $118,000 design contract for Kemble Arena upgrades to Masri O Architects, approved $2,000 for the Oxenden Indigenous Art Project, and supported a resolution urging the federal government to raise the HST rebate threshold for new homes. A zoning by-law amendment for property at 295 Finden Street West was passed.

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Wed May 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Joint councils to weigh $89,439 in biodigester repairs

The Township of Georgian Bluffs and Township of Chatsworth are holding a special joint council meeting to receive a staff report on BioGRID assets. The councils will consider referring approval of immediate biodigester maintenance to their respective councils, including a $70,939.14 cleanout and $18,500 mixer replacement.

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✓ Decided: Joint councils defer biodigester maintenance decision to each township

The joint council meeting of Georgian Bluffs and Chatsworth received a staff report on the BioGRID biodigester and referred the approval of immediate maintenance to each respective council. The maintenance includes a cleanout costing $70,939.14 and mixer replacement at $18,500. No final approval was made at this meeting.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to vote on two lot severances at 745 Joynt Street

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two severance applications (B09/22 and B10/22) for lands at 745 Joynt Street, each proposing to create a 0.8-hectare lot with 60m of frontage. Staff recommend approval of both severances subject to conditions. The agenda also includes routine approval of the April 19, 2022 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two lot severances on Joynt Street

The Committee of Adjustment approved two severance applications (B09/22 and B10/22) for lands at 745 Joynt Street, each creating a lot of approximately 0.8 hectares with 60 metres of frontage, subject to recommended conditions. The motion was carried unanimously by the three members present. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on three zoning amendments and new fees by-law

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to consider three zoning by-law amendments, adopt a new fees and charges by-law, and enact a property standards by-law. The council will also hear a delegation from the County of Grey and consider a motion to review committee costs.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning changes, property standards by-law

Council approved two zoning by-law amendments (Z-05-22 for Douglas & Vera Butt and Z-06-22 for Lynn Robinson), deferred a third (Z-02-22 for Lynn Patton-Vaughn) pending an Environmental Impact Study, and passed by-laws for 2022 fees and charges and property standards. A motion to review committee costs was lost.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

Fire board to review 2021 audit and 2022 budget update

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management is meeting to receive the 2021 audit presentation from BDO, review the Fire Chief's quarterly report for January to March 2022, and consider referring the 2022 budget update to the ownership councils for final ratification. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and a land acknowledgement.

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✓ Decided: Joint fire board approves 2021 audit, sends 2022 budget to councils

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management approved the 2021 audited financial statements and referred the 2022 budget update to both ownership councils for final ratification. The board also received the Fire Chief's quarterly report for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed May 4, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Public hearing for Hutten & Co. development on Grey Road 18

The Committee of the Whole will recess for a public hearing on applications for a property on unassigned Grey Road 18, involving an official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, and site plan approval for Hutten & Co. The committee will also consider a draft Property Standards By-law for approval.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves draft Property Standards By-law for May 11 enactment

The Committee of the Whole approved the draft Property Standards By-law and directed that a by-law to adopt it be presented at the May 11, 2022 Council meeting. A public hearing was held for a proposed zoning and official plan amendment to allow a landscaping business on Grey Road 18, but no decision was made on that application. The committee also received a report on the application for information.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

✓ Decided: Climate committee reviews draft community climate action work plan

The Climate Action Committee heard updates from Wood Consulting on the corporate climate risk assessment and discussed a draft Community Climate Action Work Plan. No formal decisions were made on the plan; it was presented for discussion with suggestions for additions and changes. The committee approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to award road tenders, consider climate and green cone programs

Georgian Bluffs Council will consider adopting minutes, including Committee of the Whole recommendations that approve road tenders, reserve transfers, and a fee waiver. Council will also vote on supporting the 'GB Goes Green' climate initiative and a program to purchase and resell Green Cone composters to residents. The agenda includes several routine items and no public hearings or delegations.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on 3 minor variances, 3 land severances

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on several planning applications, including three minor variance requests and three land severance applications. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its March 15, 2022 meeting. Recommendations from staff are included for each application.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to award six road tenders totaling over $700,000

The Committee of the Whole will consider approving several road maintenance tenders, including pulverization, granular material, dust control, vehicles, asphalt repairs, and micro surfacing. They will also review 2021 reserve transfers, a request to withdraw from the Community Schools Alliance, and correspondence about Kemble drainage and a conservation foundation licence exemption.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves road tenders, waives conservation permit fee

The Committee of the Whole approved several 2022 budgeted road tenders, including pulverization, granular material, dust control, vehicles, asphalt repairs, and micro surfacing. It also waived the permit fee for the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation's Memorial Forest event and approved annual reserve transfers. A motion to discontinue membership in the Community Schools Alliance was lost (2 to 3).

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Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Joint council to review biogas feasibility study

This is a special joint meeting of the Township of Georgian Bluffs and the Township of Chatsworth. The main item is receiving a staff report and feasibility study on biogas, which examines source-separated organics availability, digestion technologies, and beneficial use of biogas. The council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Joint councils direct staff to explore biogas ownership changes

The Township of Georgian Bluffs and Township of Chatsworth held a special joint council meeting and approved a motion to receive a biogas feasibility study and direct staff to negotiate alternative ownership options, including releasing Chatsworth from the existing partnership while potentially maintaining joint lagoon ownership. Staff were also directed to investigate external private and public partnership opportunities. The motion was carried unanimously.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to pass zoning amendments for Walker Industries and Older/Vermilyea properties

Council will consider and likely pass two zoning by-law amendments: one for HSC Aggregates Ltd. (a Walker Company) at 017999 Grey-Bruce Line and one for Amanda Older and Eli Vermilyea on Grey Road 17. The agenda also includes adopting minutes, a policy on use of corporate resources during elections, appointments for fire chief and deputy fire chief, and a 2022 budget update. Several items are routine approvals of previous committee decisions.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 3:30 PM

Police Services Board

Police board to review OPP report and automated camera fines

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board is meeting to adopt previous minutes, receive the Detachment Commander's report for January-February 2022, and discuss correspondence from the Ministry of Transportation about administrative monetary penalties for automated camera infractions. No delegations or public questions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Police Board moves meeting time to 9 a.m., approves conference fee override

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board approved moving its regular meeting start time from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., effective for future meetings. The board also approved covering conference fees for members attending the 2022 OAPSB Conference beyond the $500 annual allotment and asked Council to revisit the remuneration policy. The Detachment Commander's report for January-February 2022 was received for information.

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Fri Mar 18, 2022 · 9:00 AM

BioGRID Joint Board of Management

Board to consider OCWA operating agreement for Derby BioGRID facility

The BioGRID Joint Board of Management will consider a biogas feasibility study and potentially direct staff to negotiate a five-year operating agreement with the Ontario Clean Water Agency for the Derby BioGRID facility. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive an audit planning report. The meeting is open to electronic participation only.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Committee to back 'GB Goes Green' initiative and compost bin resale

The Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on supporting the 'GB Goes Green' initiative, purchasing compost bins for resale to residents, and hearing updates on climate action plans. The agenda includes routine items like approval of the agenda and declarations of interest, with no delegations or correspondence listed.

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✓ Decided: Climate committee backs 'GB Goes Green' initiative and Green Cone resale

The Climate Action Committee approved two recommendations: supporting the 'GB Goes Green' community carbon footprint challenge and endorsing the purchase and resale of 55 Green Cone composters at breakeven cost. Both items will be forwarded to Council for final approval. The committee also noted a successful Greenbelt Foundation grant for a nature-based solutions group.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves garage conversion to secondary dwelling unit

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment (Z-16-21) for Abbas Kermali to convert an existing garage into a one-storey secondary dwelling unit, with a prohibition on short-term vacation rentals. The council also adopted the consent agenda, referred a Ministry of Transportation item on automated camera penalties to the Police Services Board, and directed staff to prepare a report on the dissolution of the Ontario Land Tribunal. Several routine items were approved, including minutes, committee reports, and by-laws.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee defers four severance and minor variance applications

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider four applications: one minor variance and three severances. Staff recommend deferring all four decisions pending further review or agency comments. The meeting is open to electronic participation only.

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✓ Decided: Committee defers all four applications, no decisions made

The Committee of Adjustment deferred all four applications on the agenda, approving only the agenda and previous minutes. No substantive decisions were made; each application was postponed pending further information or agency comments.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to vote on secondary dwelling unit and donation policy

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a zoning by-law amendment for a secondary dwelling unit, continued participation in a veterinary services committee, approval of the 2021 council remuneration report, and a new donation policy. The meeting also includes a closed session for a personal matter.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves garage conversion to secondary dwelling, bans short-term rentals

The Committee of the Whole approved a zoning by-law amendment (Z-16-21) by Abbas Kermali to convert an existing garage into a one-storey secondary dwelling unit, with a prohibition on short-term vacation rentals in that unit. The vote was 5 to 1. The Committee also approved continuing participation in the Bruce Peninsula Veterinary Services Committee and appointed Deputy Mayor Sue Carleton and Councillor Paul Sutherland to it. Additionally, the Committee approved the 2021 Council Remuneration and Expenses report and the Township Donation Policy (FIN-01-2022) for the 2023 budget year. No action was taken following a closed session discussion of an Integrity Commissioner referral.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

Board to form hiring committee for new Fire Chief

The Inter Township Joint Board of Management is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive an audit planning letter, and discuss a staff report on firefighter certification regulations. The main action item is forming a hiring committee to recruit a new Fire Chief. The meeting is open to electronic participation only, as Council Chambers are closed to the public.

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✓ Decided: Joint fire board forms hiring committee for new fire chief

The Inter Township Joint Board of Management approved the formation of a Hiring Committee to recruit a new Fire Chief, comprising the CAOs of both municipalities, the Board Chair, and external fire expertise. The board also received several informational reports, including an audit planning letter and an update on firefighter certification regulation, and heard a status update from the Acting Fire Chief.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Special Council Meeting

Georgian Bluffs council to review 2022 budget presentation

This special council meeting is primarily a 2022 budget presentation, including a PowerPoint, a road map appendix, and an organizational chart. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings. The meeting is held electronically as council chambers are closed to the public.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to prepare addendum on 2022 budget items

Council held a special meeting to review the draft 2022 budget, which proposed a 3.22% tax levy increase. Following discussion, Council passed a motion directing staff to present an addendum report on specific items, including a facilities plan, Council COLA increase, pay grid adjustments, a Communications Specialist position, garbage bag tag fees, Elm Street funding, and equipment purchases. No final budget was approved at this meeting.

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Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Climate Action Committee to hear corporate climate plan presentation

The Climate Action Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Wood Consulting on the Corporate Climate Action Plan, review correspondence on climate topics, and receive an update on the Carbon Footprint Challenge. The agenda is largely routine, with no staff reports or closed session items.

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✓ Decided: Climate Action Committee hears corporate plan presentation, sets next steps

The Committee received a presentation from Wood Consulting on the Corporate Climate Action Plan, covering timelines from January to July 2022, adaptation and mitigation actions. No formal decisions were made on the plan; the Committee discussed bringing updates to Council. The Committee also approved the agenda and previous minutes, and agreed to keep future meetings to 90 minutes.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider two zoning amendments and pass 2022 water rates by-law

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to hold public hearings on two zoning by-law amendments, with staff recommending deferral of both decisions pending further comments. Council will also consider passing a by-law to enact 2022 water rates, effective May 1, 2022, and a deeming by-law for properties on Plan 825. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and a closed session for labour relations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 water rates, defers two zoning amendments

Council approved the 2022 water rates, effective May 1, 2022, and directed staff to create an online tool for residents to evaluate rate impacts. Two zoning by-law amendments were deferred: Z-01-22 (Older/Vermilyea) pending conservation authority comments, and Z-17-21 (Radbourne) pending an archeological assessment. Council also withdrew a Niagara Escarpment Plan amendment for the Wiarton Airport and passed several by-laws.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to consider Radbourne zoning/consent applications, defer decision pending archeological assessment

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting and hearing on three consent applications and one zoning by-law amendment for the Radbourne development. Due to comments from the Saugeen Ojibway Nation requesting an archeological assessment, staff recommend deferring any decision on these applications. The committee will also consider a minor variance for Shardell Lamka and a severance application for Stacey Speigel.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to set 2022 water rates and withdraw airport plan amendment

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend actions on two main items: enacting new 2022 water rates effective May 1, 2022, and withdrawing a Niagara Escarpment Plan amendment application for the Wiarton Keppel International Airport, which the Township sold in December 2021. The meeting also includes receiving correspondence from the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority. No public hearings, delegations, or closed session items are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Georgian Bluffs approves 2022 water rates, effective May 1

The Committee of the Whole approved new 2022 water rates, effective May 1, 2022, for the July 2022 billing cycle, and directed staff to create an online tool to help residents estimate impacts. They also directed staff to withdraw a Niagara Escarpment Plan amendment for the Wiarton Airport, as the township no longer owns it. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

Fire board to review 2021 annual report, approve past minutes

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, receive the Acting Fire Chief's 2021 Annual Review report for information, and move into closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees. The meeting is open to electronic participation only, as council chambers remain closed to the public.

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✓ Decided: Joint fire board approves 2021 annual review, holds closed session

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management approved the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and the Acting Fire Chief's 2021 Annual Review report for information. The board then moved into closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, providing direction to staff afterward. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 3:30 PM

Police Services Board

Police board to receive December detachment commander's report

The Georgian Bluffs Police Services Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda, adopting minutes from the December 7, 2021 meeting, and receiving the Detachment Commander's report covering December 1-31, 2021. No delegations, correspondence, unfinished business, or new business are listed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 5, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Georgian Bluffs Police Board receives OPP December report

The Police Services Board approved the agenda and adopted the December 7, 2021 minutes. The Detachment Commander's report for December 2021 was received for information, with highlights including a decline in missing persons and increased traffic complaints. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to finalize airport sale proceeds, election tech, animal control deals

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to adopt minutes and by-laws, including finalizing a zoning amendment for the Johnston property, authorizing alternative voting methods and an animal control agreement with the Owen Sound Animal Shelter, and appointing a Treasurer. Council will also receive a delegation on food insecurity and consider motions on Indigenous cultural training and supporting Grey Gables long-term care redevelopment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 election tech contract and animal control deal

Council approved several key items, including awarding a contract for hybrid election technology and services to Scytl Canada, and authorizing an animal control services agreement with the Owen Sound Animal Shelter. They also passed a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Highway 6, appointed a treasurer, and supported a resolution for Indigenous cultural training.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

Joint fire board to vote on 2022 budget and 10-year capital plan

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management is meeting to consider approving its 2022 annual budget and a 10-year capital plan for 2022–2031. The budget would then be referred to the two ownership councils for final ratification. The meeting is open to electronic participation only; the Council Chambers are closed to the public.

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✓ Decided: Joint fire board approves 2022 budget with truck purchase option

The Inter Township Fire Department Joint Board of Management approved the 2022 annual budget, including Option 2 for funding the purchase of a new fire truck, subject to further discussions on the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for staff wages. The budget will be referred to the ownership councils (Georgian Bluffs and Meaford) for final ratification. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural otherwise.

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Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Climate Action Committee

Climate committee to hear erosion report, discuss green bin program

The Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear a delegation on erosion and drainage issues, and receive updates on the Climate Action Plan and operations. Members will also discuss new business items including a green bin program and the revised County of Grey Climate Action Plan.

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✓ Decided: Climate Action Committee approves agenda, minutes; hears updates

The Climate Action Committee met virtually and approved its agenda and previous minutes. Members heard a presentation from Grey Sauble Conservation on agricultural stewardship and received updates on the Climate Action Plan, trails working group, and green bin program. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to weigh airport sale proceeds, election tech, animal control

The Township of Georgian Bluffs Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several staff reports, including the sale of Wiarton Keppel International Airport, the 2022 budget survey results, and annual water system inspections. They will also hold public hearings on two zoning amendment applications and consider awarding contracts for election services and animal control.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Johnston zoning and severance, airport sale proceeds allocation

The Committee of the Whole approved a zoning by-law amendment and severance for John and Pat Johnston, and received a report on the sale of Wiarton Keppel International Airport, directing that $205,000 of proceeds repay a loan and the remainder be held in reserves. It also awarded election services contracts to Scytl Canada and supported an animal control agreement with Owen Sound Animal Shelter. All decisions are recommendations to Council, with by-laws to be presented at the February 2, 2022 meeting.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on Johnston severance application

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider a severance application (B-14-21) from John and Pat Johnston, with a recommendation for approval. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, declaring interests, and adopting previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Johnston severance application B-14-21

The Committee of Adjustment approved Severance Application B-14-21 for John and Pat Johnston, with support from the MTO and no objections from GSCA, SON, or Grey County. The applicant did not attend the meeting. The previously approved consent B06-21 will lapse and not be stamped.

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Mon Jan 17, 2022 · 10:00 AM

BioGRID Joint Board of Management

Board to consider $15,333/month emergency biodigester contract

The BioGRID Joint Board of Management will consider approving a two-month emergency contractor services agreement for the biodigester at a cost of $15,333 per month. The board will also adopt minutes from its November 24, 2021 meeting. No delegations, correspondence, or new business are listed.

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✓ Decided: BioGRID Board approves $15,333/month emergency biodigester contract

The BioGRID Joint Board of Management approved a two-month emergency contractor services agreement for the biodigester at a cost of $15,333 per month, as outlined in staff report OPS2022-03. The board also adopted the minutes from the November 24, 2021 meeting and held a closed session, during which no action was taken.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to pass 2022 borrowing, interim tax levy, and off-road vehicle ban

Georgian Bluffs Council is meeting to consider several routine administrative items, including adopting previous minutes, welcoming a new CAO, and passing three by-laws: a borrowing by-law for current expenditures, an interim tax levy for 2022, and an amendment to prohibit off-road vehicles on Kemble Mountain Trail. The agenda includes no public hearings, delegations, or staff reports, and the meeting is closed to in-person attendance.

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✓ Decided: Council passes borrowing, tax levy, and off-road vehicle ban

Council approved three by-laws: a borrowing by-law for current expenditures, an interim tax levy for 2022, and an amendment to close Kemble Mountain Trail to off-road vehicles (5-1). Council also welcomed new CAO Cynthia Fletcher and noted a motion to support Grey Gables redevelopment for a future meeting.

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