Georgina public meetings in 2022

Council Meeting

This Council Meeting agenda for Georgina, ON on 2022-12-07 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The text is entirely system-generated interface labels and placeholders, with no decisions, discussions, or listed business items.

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is holding a public meeting to consider two planning applications: a zoning bylaw amendment for a property on Annamaria Drive and revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for land near The Queensway North. Council will also vote on several routine items, including deeming a lot not part of a subdivision, dedicating roads in Cedar Ridge, and passing related bylaws.

• Rezoning of Block 52, Plan 65M-2480, Annamaria Drive, Keswick from R1-101 to R2-25 (Report DS-2022-0094)
• Revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for Ballymore Development, east of The Queensway North, south of Old Homestead Road (Report DS-2022-0104)
• Deeming bylaw for 98 McRae Beach Road South (Lot 23, Part Lot 22, Plan 428) (Report DS-2022-0100)
• Dedication of Blocks 43, 44, 48, 49, 51, 52, 53 on Plan 65M-4680 as public highway in Cedar Ridge Subdivision (Report DS-2022-0102)
• Bylaw 500-2022-0009 to amend Zoning Bylaw 500 for 2151028 Ontario Ltd., Block 81, Plan 65M-4453, Baseline Road

Council approved a one-year municipal insurance renewal and a zoning amendment for a semi-detached dwelling on Annamaria Drive. A draft plan for the Starlish and Orchidtrail subdivisions was approved with conditions, including a site for a future fire hall. A proposal for a 77-lot subdivision on The Queensway North was sent back to staff for further review.

• Approved $1,011,740.00 insurance renewal with BFL Canada Risk and Insurance Inc. (Carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for semi-detached dwellings with accessory apartments at Annamaria Drive (Carried)
• Approved draft plan conditions for Starlish Home (BT) Corp and Orchidtrail Building (BT) Corp subdivision (Carried)
• Tabled Ballymore Development (Georgina) Corp subdivision on The Queensway North for further staff report (Carried)
• Approved deeming by-law for 98 McRae Beach Road South (Carried)
• Approved public highway dedication for Cedar Ridge Subdivision Blocks 43-53 (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0106 to dedicate lands as public highway for Hawkins St, Smockum Blvd, Cliff Thompson Cres, and Anne Pegg Cres (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 500-2022-0009 to amend zoning for 2151028 Ontario Limited, Block 81 (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two consent applications for property severances and one minor variance application. Staff have recommended approval for all three, subject to conditions. One previously deferred application (B15-22) is noted as deferred again, and the minutes from the November 7 meeting are also deferred.

• Consent application B14-22 for 260 and 262 The Queensway South, Keswick, to sever land and convey a portion, with conditions including an easement for access to Mac Avenue.
• Consent application B21-21 for 26037 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick, to merge land with an abutting property for a lot addition, subject to conditions including Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority confirmation.
• Minor variance application A23-22 for 684 The Queensway South, to allow an accessory structure in the front yard, reduced side yard setbacks, and a smaller ground floor area, with conditions including an arborist report and grading plan.
• Deferral of consent application B15-22 for 23548 Woodbine Avenue (second deferral).
• Deferral of minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting.

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on several contracts and financial matters, including a $1,089,382 rescue pumper fire apparatus purchase, a $942,430 water service replacement contract, and the 2023 interim property tax levy set at 50% of 2022 taxes. The agenda also includes budget delegations from community organizations and adoption of minutes from previous meetings.

• Award contract to Safetek Emergency Vehicles Ltd. for rescue pumper fire apparatus, $1,089,382 plus HST, with $233,555.76 from Reserve for Contingencies
• Approve 2023 interim property tax levy at 50% of 2022 taxes, due Feb 24 and Apr 26, 2023
• Award $942,430 contract to Municipal Utility Division Inc. for polybutylene water service replacements
• Award $196,500 contract to Conrad Lighting Solutions Inc. for Georgina Leisure Pool lighting retrofit
• Approve Highway 404 response agreement with East Gwillimbury for five years (2023-2028)

Council received the 2023 draft budget, which proposes a total operating and capital budget of $108,981,180. The meeting resulted in the approval of contracts for a new fire apparatus, water service replacements, and pool lighting. Council also set the 2023 interim property tax levy at 50% of 2022 taxes.

• Approved $1,089,382 contract to Safetek Emergency Vehicles Ltd. for a rescue pumper fire apparatus
• Approved $942,430 contract to Municipal Utility Division Inc. for polybutylene water service replacements
• Approved up to $196,500 contract to Conrad Lighting Solutions Inc. for leisure pool lighting retrofit
• Set 2023 Interim Tax Levy at 50% of total 2022 taxes payable
• Approved five-year continuation of Highway 404 Response Agreement with East Gwillimbury
• Endorsed Operational Plan for Keswick & Sutton Water Distribution Subsystem
• Approved $400,000 in additional capital funding for water service replacement program
• Adopted Zoning Bylaw amendment for 20971 Dalton Road (Schell Lumber)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with no reports, public meetings, or by-laws for decision. The main item is a discussion of dispositions and proclamations, specifically reports and resolutions from the Region of York, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, and AMO regarding Ontario's Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022. A draft motion on this topic is expected to be added by addendum.

• Discussion of Region of York report on Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act 2022
• Discussion of LSRCA report on proposed Bill 23
• Discussion of AMO submission on Bill 23
• Confirming by-law 2022-0102 for the special council meeting

Council passed a resolution supporting York Region's request to halt Bill 23 and opposing the removal of approximately 7,400 acres of protected lands from the Provincial Greenbelt Area and Oak Ridges Moraine. The Town expressed opposition to converting Conservation Authority lands for housing without further assessment. Council did support the expansion of the York Durham Sewage System as proposed in Schedule 10 of the Bill.

• Approved resolution opposing removal of ~7,400 acres of Greenbelt/Oak Ridges Moraine lands (7-0)
• Approved support for York Region's request to halt Bill 23 (7-0)
• Approved support for Schedule 10 of Bill 23 regarding York Durham Sewage System expansion (7-0)
• Approved support for Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority resolution dated Nov 18, 2022 (7-0)
• Opposed conversion of Conservation Authority lands for housing without full criteria and review (7-0)
• Received staff briefing note on Bill 23 concerns
• Adopted agenda with four addendum items
• Adopted Bylaw Number 2022-0102 (COU-2) confirming proceedings

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on November 21, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Special Council Meeting

The meeting served as the inaugural session for the new Council. Members of Council took the Declaration of Elected Office and the Oath of Allegiance.

• Adopted Bylaw Number 2022-0101 (COU-2) to confirm proceedings of the November 15, 2022 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. One seeks relief from rear yard setback and accessory structure rules for a property at 47 Metropolitan Cres. The other seeks to allow a replacement dwelling to expand past the previous structure at 7 Cedarhurst Park. The committee will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Minor Variance A15-22 (Elena Kotenko) at 47 Metropolitan Cres: request to reduce rear yard setback from 7m to 3.23m and allow a shed before main building is erected.
• Minor Variance A26-22 (Jerry and Annamaria Catalfo) at 7 Cedarhurst Park: request to allow replacement legal non-conforming dwelling to expand past previous dwelling.
• Conditions for A26-22 include LSRCA permit, arborist report if trees impacted, and grading/drainage plan.
• Minutes from September 26 and October 11, 2022 meetings to be reviewed.

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

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Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear two minor variance applications. One seeks relief for an accessory structure and dwelling at 684 The Queensway South, and the other involves a large commercial property at 26037 Woodbine Avenue. The committee will vote on staff recommendations to approve or deny the requested variances.

• Minor variance A23-22 for 684 The Queensway South: accessory structure in front yard, reduced side yard setbacks, and reduced ground floor area
• Minor variance A34-21 for 26037 Woodbine Avenue: request to deny several variances including parking setbacks and ratios, and to approve others including rear yard reduction and definition changes
• Proposed definition changes for 'business or professional office', 'catering establishment', and 'motor vehicle fuel bar' to allow innovation spaces, craft brewery/distillery, and EV charging
• Conditions for A34-21 include limits on occupants, parking spaces (40-50), and gross floor area for certain uses
• Next meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022; October 25 meeting cancelled

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several staff reports and by-laws. Key items include approving a $30,000 speed hump pilot program, deciding whether to advance a Town Tree Cutting By-law, and amending the Building By-law to reduce permit fees for industrial interior alterations. Council will also consider an encroachment agreement for 65 Lake Drive East and several other by-laws, including one to amend the urban hens licensing penalty.

• Speed Hump Pilot Program with $30,000 budget from Canada Community Building Fund
• Encroachment Agreement for 65 Lake Drive East (Bylaw 2022-0094)
• Town Tree Cutting By-law direction (Report DS-2022-0076)
• Building permit fee reduction for industrial interior alterations (Bylaw 2022-0097)
• Urban Hens Licensing By-law amendment (Bylaw 2022-0098)

Council approved renaming Pirate's Cove Drive in Simcoe Landing to Cecil Saunders Drive, with a poppy symbol required on street signs. Council also approved a speed hump pilot program, reduced building permit fees for industrial interior alterations, and endorsed a resolution calling for increased provincial funding for sexual assault centres.

• Renamed Pirate's Cove Drive to Cecil Saunders Drive (carried)
• Approved 2023 Speed Hump Pilot Program with $30,000 budget from Canada Community Building Fund (carried)
• Approved amendment to Building Bylaw reducing permit fee for industrial interior alterations (carried)
• Endorsed resolution calling for increased provincial funding for Women's Support Network of York Region (carried unanimously)
• Approved encroachment agreement for 65 Lake Drive East (carried)
• Received verbal update on Multi-Use Recreation Complex construction (carried)
• Directed staff to report on tree cutting bylaw implementation in Q1/Q2 2023 (carried)
• Recognized Warriors Football Comedy Fundraiser as municipally significant event (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on consent applications B06-22 and B07-22 for 228 and 230 Elm Avenue in Keswick. Staff recommend approving the severances to create three reconfigured residential lots, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings.

• Consent applications B06-22 and B07-22 for 228 & 230 Elm Ave, Keswick, to create three residential lots
• Staff recommendation to approve severances subject to conditions (water/sewage, engineering, Bell Canada, survey, draft transfers)
• Minutes from July 18, August 2, and August 29 meetings for approval

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to hold statutory public meetings under the Planning Act for five separate development applications, including zoning by-law amendments, a draft plan of subdivision, and an official plan amendment. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from August meetings and a by-law to rezone 9 Biscayne Boulevard. Most items are procedural or for receiving reports and scheduling further meetings.

• Public meeting on zoning amendment for 27909 Highway 48 (Report DS-2022-0077)
• Public meeting on zoning amendment, draft plan of subdivision and condominium for Mel's Lane Developments Inc. (Report DS-2022-0082)
• Public meeting on zoning amendment for 9 Biscayne Blvd, Keswick, with possible approval of by-law 500-2022-0007 to rezone from R1 to R2-24
• Public meeting on official plan and zoning amendment for Vararoho Hospitality Inc. at 49 Lorne Street (Report DS-2022-0083)
• Public meeting on draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for 1376389 Ontario Ltd. on Woodbine Avenue (Report DS-2022-0085, addendum)

Council approved a zoning bylaw amendment to rezone 9 Biscayne Boulevard from Low Density Urban Residential (R1) to site-specific Low Density Urban Residential (R2-24), allowing a semi-detached dwelling with two accessory apartments (total four units). The motion also assigned 2.5 persons equivalent of servicing allocation to Category 3 – Minor Infill. Other applications (event venue, Mel's Lane subdivision, Vararoho Hospitality, and Woodbine industrial subdivision) were received with staff to report back after addressing comments.

• Approved rezoning at 9 Biscayne Blvd to R2-24 for semi-detached dwelling with 2 accessory apartments (carried)
• Assigned 2.5 persons equivalent servicing allocation for 9 Biscayne Blvd (carried)
• Received event venue zoning application at 27909 Highway 48; staff to report back (carried)
• Received Mel's Lane subdivision application; staff to report back (carried)
• Received Vararoho Hospitality OPA/zoning application at 49 Lorne St; staff to report back (carried)
• Received Woodbine Ave industrial subdivision application; staff to report back (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 500-2022-0007 for 9 Biscayne Blvd rezoning (carried)
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2022-0092 (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on several administrative and operational items, including appointing KPMG LLP as municipal auditor for 2022-2024, approving a single-source contract for court equipment at the Pefferlaw Sports Zone, adopting a revised procedure bylaw, and passing several bylaws. The agenda also includes delegations and presentations, such as a request to amend the exotic animal bylaw for pigeon raising and updates from the Georgina Community Action Table and the Public Library.

• Appoint KPMG LLP as auditor for 2022-2024 fiscal years (Bylaw 2022-0090)
• Single-source award to Court Surface Specialists Ltd. for $105,000 (excl. HST) plus $21,000 contingency for Sports Zone court equipment at 38 Pete's Lane, Pefferlaw
• Adopt revised Procedure Bylaw effective November 15, 2022
• Bylaw 2022-0086 amending lease with Ontario Water Centre at 1614 Metro Road North
• Bylaw 2022-0087 repealing Deeming Bylaw 89-197 for Lots 99 and 100, Plan 318, 6 Sumach Drive

Council approved a single-source award of $105,000 to Court Surface Specialists Ltd. to supply, deliver, and install court equipment for a multi-purpose outdoor sports zone on the Pefferlaw Ice Pad, plus a $21,000 contingency. The project includes one tennis court, one basketball court, two pickleball courts, and divider curtains. Council also appointed KPMG LLP as auditor for 2022-2024, adopted a revised procedure bylaw effective November 15, 2022, and received a delegation requesting an exemption to the exotic animal bylaw for pigeon-keeping.

• Approved $105,000 single-source award to Court Surface Specialists Ltd. for sports court equipment at Pefferlaw Ice Pad, plus $21,000 contingency (carried)
• Appointed KPMG LLP as municipal auditor for 2022, 2023, and 2024 fiscal years (carried)
• Adopted revised Procedure Bylaw effective November 15, 2022 (carried)
• Approved 2023 Council meeting schedule (carried)
• Received delegation on pigeon-keeping exemption and referred to CAO's office (carried)
• Proclaimed October 16-22 as Ontario Public Library Week (carried)
• Recognized Homegrown concert as municipally significant event for alcohol permit (carried)
• Proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and approved flag-raising (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 12, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

Special Council Meeting

This Special Council meeting is dedicated to two planning matters: a proposed Countryside Zoning By-law with an associated Official Plan Amendment, and the proposed Keswick Secondary Plan (August 2022). Council will receive staff reports and decide whether to refer the countryside zoning items back for further review, and whether to adopt the Keswick Secondary Plan as an Official Plan Amendment.

• Proposed Countryside Zoning By-law DS-2022-0088 and associated Official Plan Amendment (Planning Files 03.05BT and 02.202) — recommendation to refer back to staff for further review
• Proposed Keswick Secondary Plan (August 2022) DS-2022-0089 (Planning File 02.195) — recommendation to adopt via Official Plan Amendment and forward to York Region
• Bylaw 2022-0088 to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 148, Keswick Secondary Plan (August 2022)
• Bylaw 2022-0089 confirming proceedings of Special Council on September 7, 2022

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider four minor variance applications that would allow property owners to deviate from zoning by-laws, including setbacks, lot coverage, and frontage requirements. Staff have recommended approval for all four, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a note that the September 12 meeting is cancelled.

• Minor variance A20-22 (Jennifer Norton, 273 Pefferlaw Rd): allow single-family dwelling within 95m of CN Railway property (120m required)
• Minor variance A19-22 (Lindenvale Homes, 816 Pugsley Ave): multiple variances including frontage, lot area, setbacks, and lot coverage (35% vs 20% max)
• Minor variance A21-22 (Terry and Loren Porter, 90 Connell Dr): allow deck encroachments into rear yard beyond 3m max
• Minor variance A28-21 (Seyed-Medhdi Taherian Ghahfarokhi, 9 The Queensway North, Keswick): legalize existing porch encroachments into front yard
• Minutes from July 18 and August 2 meetings to be approved

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with several routine items. Council will vote on a bylaw to deem two lots at 41 Canal Street not part of a registered plan of subdivision, approve a two-year extension for a draft plan of subdivision and condominium at Dalton Road and Nasello Avenue, and consider a bylaw to increase metered taxi tariff fees. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, a proclamation request, and a confirming bylaw.

• Deeming bylaw for 41 Canal Street, Lots 19 & 20, Plan 513
• Extension of draft plan approval for Ancient Coastal Seashore Redevelopment Corp (19T-05G04, 19CDM-05G03) to August 30, 2024
• Bylaw 2022-0083 to increase metered taxi tariff fees
• Proclamation request for National PKD Awareness Day on September 4
• Adoption of minutes from July 20, 2022 meeting

Council adopted four bylaws, including zoning amendments and deeming bylaws for properties on Rose Street and Canal Street. They also approved a two-year extension for a draft plan of subdivision and condominium at Dalton Road and Nasello Avenue. A proclamation for Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day was passed.

• Approved Bylaw 500-2022-0006 amending Zoning Bylaw 500 for Lots 210 and 211, Plan 427, Rose Street
• Approved Bylaw 2022-0085 deeming Lots 210 and 211, Plan 427, Rose Street not part of a registered plan of subdivision
• Approved Bylaw 2022-0082 deeming Lots 19 and 20, Plan 513, 41 Canal Street not part of a registered plan of subdivision
• Approved Bylaw 2022-0083 increasing metered taxi tariff fees
• Granted two-year extension for Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-05G04 and Draft Plan of Condominium 19CDM-05G03 at Dalton Road and Nasello Avenue, expiring August 30, 2024
• Proclaimed September 4th as National Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Awareness Day and authorized flag raising

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on August 15, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several staff recommendations, including approving a taxicab meter rate increase, selling a portion of a lane, and granting relief from mandatory water and sewer connection timelines for Catering Road properties. The agenda also includes reports on the Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan, a land transfer in the Cedar Ridge Subdivision, and various advisory committee requests. Several by-laws will be considered, including one endorsing the Mayor's Motorcycle Ride.

• Taxicab meter rate increase to $3.50 for first 135 metres and $0.27 per additional 135 metres
• Sale of lane north of Sixth Street (PIN 03537-1055) at $3.74 per square foot
• Relief from mandatory water/sewer connection for Catering Road properties, extending deadline to two years
• Land transfer of turning circle in Cedar Ridge Subdivision to Greenvilla (Sutton) Investment Limited
• Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan project schedules for residential and beach association properties

Council approved several traffic safety measures for Riveredge Drive, including inclusion in a speed bump pilot project, installation of flexible bollards and a 'Children at Play' sign, and a directive to install 'Local Traffic Only' signs. Council also approved a taxicab fare increase, granted relief for mandatory water/sewer connections on Catering Road, and endorsed the Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan project schedule.

• Approved Riveredge Drive inclusion in speed bump pilot project (C-2022-0284)
• Approved installation of 'Local Traffic Only' signs on Riveredge Drive (C-2022-0286)
• Approved taxicab metered tariff increase to $3.50 first 135m, $0.27 each additional 135m (C-2022-0290)
• Granted relief for Catering Road properties to connect to water/sewer within 2 years instead of 1 (C-2022-0289)
• Endorsed Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan project schedule for indirect waterfront properties (C-2022-0293)
• Approved sign bylaw relief for wall sign at 174 The Queensway South (C-2022-0287)
• Directed staff to offer sale of lane north of Sixth Street to abutting owners at $3.74/sq ft (C-2022-0291)
• Approved economic development grants totaling $7,250 (C-2022-0303)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. One seeks to legalize existing non-compliant structures at 24 Lorne Street, and the other requests a reduced rear yard setback for an addition at 23015 Weir's Sideroad. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting and note the cancellation of the August 15 meeting.

• Minor Variance A14-22 at 24 Lorne Street: legalize front porch, lot coverage, and rear shed setbacks
• Minor Variance A16-22 at 23015 Weir's Sideroad: permit one-storey addition with 8.4m rear yard (12m required)
• Conditions for approvals include confirmations from Town divisions and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Next meeting scheduled for August 29, 2022 (August 15 meeting cancelled)

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications at its August 2, 2022 meeting. One application legalized existing structures at 24 Lorne Street, and the other permitted a rear-yard setback reduction for a home addition at 23015 Weir's Sideroad. Both approvals were unanimous and subject to a 20-day appeal period and conditions.

• Approved Minor Variance A14-22 for 24 Lorne Street to legalize front porch, shed, and lot coverage variances (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A16-22 for 23015 Weir's Sideroad to permit a rear-yard setback of 8.4m instead of required 12m (unanimous)

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public meeting and consider reports on two development matters: an earthworks agreement for the Orchid Trails Phase 1 subdivision and revised applications for a draft plan of subdivision and official plan amendment by Sunrise Acquisitions (Keswick) Inc. Decisions include authorizing by-laws for the agreements and assigning servicing allocation. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and a confirming by-law.

• Earthworks Agreement with Orchid Trail Building (BT) Corp. for Orchid Trails Phase 1, Draft Plan 19T-20G01 (Concession 3, Part Lots 14 & 15)
• Revised Draft Plan of Subdivision and Official Plan Amendment for Sunrise Acquisitions (Keswick) Inc., Blocks 53 and 54, Plan 65M-3332
• Bylaw 2022-0073 authorizing execution of the Orchid Trails Earthworks Agreement
• Bylaw 2022-0074 adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 145 for Sunrise Acquisition (Keswick) Inc.
• Bylaw 2022-0075 authorizing a no pre-sales agreement with Sunrise Acquisitions until Keswick Sewage Pumping Station capacity is addressed

Council approved revised applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Bylaw Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for the Starlish Home (BT) Corp and Orchidtrail Building (BT) Corp lands, including 51 townhouse units and density transfer. The decision also reserves 773.58 persons equivalent of servicing allocation for the draft plan. Additionally, Council approved an Earthworks Agreement for Orchid Trails Phase 1 and a pre-sale restriction agreement for Sunrise Acquisitions (Keswick) Inc. due to sewage pumping station capacity concerns.

• Approved revised Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Bylaw Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for Starlish/Orchidtrail (C-2022-0276)
• Reserved 773.58 persons equivalent servicing allocation for Draft Plan 19T-20G01
• Approved Earthworks Agreement for Orchid Trails Phase 1 (C-2022-0277)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-17G02 for Sunrise Acquisitions with conditions (C-2022-0278)
• Preliminarily assigned 93.16 persons equivalent servicing allocation to Sunrise residential component
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0073 authorizing Earthworks Agreement with Orchidtrail Building
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0074 adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 145 for Sunrise Acquisition
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0075 restricting pre-sales of residential units for Sunrise subdivision

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear applications for consents and minor variances. They will consider a consent application for 389 Curley Street and combined consent and minor variance applications for 281 Hillcrest Road, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions. A deferral is also requested for applications at 228 and 230 Elm Ave.

• Consent application B05-22 by Margaret and Lawrence Gallina for 389 Curley Street, subject to conditions including shed removal and new civic address
• Consent application B03-22 and minor variances A05-22 and A06-22 by 2661180 Ontario Inc. for 281 Hillcrest Road, to sever land and vary zoning
• Deferral requested for applications B06-22 and B07-22 at 228 and 230 Elm Ave
• Minutes of July 4, 2022 meeting to be approved

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application to sever land at 281 Hillcrest Road into two lots, along with minor variances for the retained lot, but deferred a minor variance for the new lot pending further review. It also approved a consent application for 389 Curley Street to sever a southern portion for a new dwelling, subject to conditions. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved consent B05-22 for 389 Curley Street to sever southern half for a new dwelling (unanimous)
• Approved consent B03-22 for 281 Hillcrest Road to sever land into two lots (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A05-22 for retained lot at 281 Hillcrest Road (unanimous)
• Deferred minor variance A06-22 for new lot at 281 Hillcrest Road (unanimous)
• Approved deferral of applications B06-22 and B07-22 for 228 and 230 Elm Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several administrative and community items. They will review a work plan to update the Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy and initial research for a tree cutting bylaw, approve 2022 budgets and board appointments for three Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), and hear a request to waive parking fees for the Georgina Marathon. The agenda also includes several proclamations and road closure requests, plus a closed session for legal, labour, and land matters.

• Work plan to review and update Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy OID-01 and initial research for a Town Tree Cutting Bylaw (Report DS-2022-0060)
• Approval of 2022 budgets for Sutton, Jackson's Point, and Uptown Keswick BIAs, with appointments to their boards (Report SI-2022-0008)
• Request to waive parking fees at De La Salle lot off Metro Road and use Lake Drive lot for Georgina Marathon on September 11
• Request to proclaim July 28 as Terry Fox Day and raise flag on July 30
• Request for temporary road closure of Fairpark Lane between Hawkins Street and Snooks Road for Sutton Fair, August 4-7

Council approved waiving parking fees at De La Salle Park and using the Lake Drive lot for the Georgina Marathon on September 11. It also approved appointments and 2022 budgets for the Sutton, Jackson's Point, and Uptown Keswick Business Improvement Areas, and recognized the Country Live Laugh Love Music Festival as a municipally significant event. Several closed-session items were ratified, including the CUPE 905.03 agreement and directions on Ontario Land Tribunal cases.

• Waived parking fees at De La Salle Park and allowed use of Lake Drive lot for Georgina Marathon (carried)
• Approved appointments to Sutton BIA Board of Management (Dale Hache, Ivy Henriksen, Lauriellen Sebo, Korey Mintz) (carried)
• Approved appointment of Dylan Henderson to Uptown Keswick BIA Board (carried)
• Approved 2022 annual budgets for Sutton, Jackson's Point, and Uptown Keswick BIAs (carried)
• Recognized '2022 Country Live Laugh Love Music Festival' as municipally significant event (carried)
• Proclaimed July 28 as Terry Fox Day and approved flag raising (carried)
• Endorsed temporary closure of Fairpark Lane for Sutton Fair and Horse Show (carried)
• Ratified CUPE 905.03 agreement and directed staff on OLT cases and land matters (carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - STRA

The Short-term Rental Accommodation Committee is meeting to consider two variance applications from property owners requesting to operate within 100 metres of an existing licensed STRA and to be off-site hosts. The committee will also appoint a chair, adopt minutes from a previous meeting, and handle routine procedural items.

• STRA Variance Application SV21-15: Teresa Bernaudo, 791 Willowview Road, Willow Beach – request to operate within 100m of an existing licensed STRA and be an Off-Site Host
• STRA Variance Application SV21-16: Mahram Arzhangi, 27020 Kennedy Road, Willow Beach – request to operate within 100m of an existing licensed STRA and be an Off-Site Host
• Adoption of minutes from March 4, 2021 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four minor variance applications, each seeking relief from zoning by-law requirements for properties at 145 Old Homestead Road, 60 Glendower Crescent, 36 Lyons Lane, and 4 Guest Lane. Staff have recommended approval for all four, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes appointment of an acting secretary-treasurer and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• A10-22: Accessory building in front yard at 145 Old Homestead Road (Sean and Amanda Heidman)
• A04-22: Accessory structure with reduced setback at 60 Glendower Crescent (Sean and Leanne Whittaker)
• A12-22: Lot coverage increase to 40% at 36 Lyons Lane (Eddy Fedrigoni)
• A13-22: New boathouse, deck projection, and stair encroachment at 4 Guest Lane, Jackson's Point (Frimette Snow Limited)
• Appointment of Matthew Ka as Acting Secretary-Treasurer

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment approved all four minor variance applications on the agenda, each with conditions and a 20-day appeal period. The applications included an accessory building at 145 Old Homestead Road, a shed at 60 Glendower Crescent, a dwelling with increased lot coverage at 36 Lyons Lane, and a boathouse at 4 Guest Lane. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minor variance A10-22 for accessory building at 145 Old Homestead Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A04-22 for accessory structure at 60 Glendower Crescent (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A12-22 for dwelling with 40% lot coverage at 36 Lyons Lane (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A13-22 for boathouse and deck at 4 Guest Lane (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 26, May 9, and May 24, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Keswick Cemetery Board

The Keswick Cemetery Board is meeting to adopt prior minutes, receive a verbal update from the Manager of Parks Development and Operations on the cemetery master plan and care/maintenance, and discuss a market study price review. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion or update.

• Verbal update on cemetery Master Plan
• Update on care and maintenance of the cemetery
• Market Study Price Review discussion
• Adoption of June 6, 2022 minutes

Public Information Session

This agenda is for a public information session held by the Town of Georgina on June 29, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation from Senior Landscape Architect Shan Tennyson, and discuss a news article about a couple in Smiths Falls who replaced their lawn with native species. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Introduction of Shan Tennyson, Senior Landscape Architect
• Discussion of article on naturalized lawns in Smiths Falls
• Adoption of minutes from April 25, 2022 meeting

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several agricultural issues, including a staff update on memos to Council regarding avian flu and livestock guardian/herding dogs, a report on Eastern Ontario farmers' dispute with CP Rail over private rail crossing costs, and discussions on dead stock numbers, yellow emergency signs for rural properties, and plastic wrap disposal.

• Verbal update on memos to Council regarding avian flu and livestock guardian/herding dogs
• Discussion of Eastern Ontario farmers' battle with CP Rail over private rail crossing maintenance costs
• Discussion on dead stock numbers
• Discussion on yellow number signs for rural properties to aid emergency services
• Discussion on alternative disposal methods for plastic wrap from bales

Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding a $473,000 contract to Kenstruct Ltd. for general contractor services at the Egypt Roads Yard facility, funded partly by a $324,936 budget increase from the Development Charge Reserve. The agenda also includes adoption of 2021 audited financial statements, a road closure on Market Street for sewer work, and several by-laws, including appointing a Joint Compliance Audit Committee and assuming roads in the Fairgrounds Subdivision.

• Award contract SID2022-016 to Kenstruct Ltd. for $473,000 (excluding taxes) for Egypt Roads Yard facility
• Approve budget increase of $324,936 funded through Development Charge Reserve
• Adopt 2021 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of the Town of Georgina
• Authorize road closure of Market Street from North Street to Fairpark Lane, July 6 to August 10, 2022
• Enact by-laws to assume Scotia Road and Prosser Crescent as public highways in Fairgrounds Subdivision

Council received the Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan and set the land value rate at $2.00 per square foot for divesting Town-owned surplus land to waterfront property owners, with a cap based on 100% participation. Council also approved a $356,779.52 flexible hybrid meeting system funded from the COVID grant, and awarded a $473,000 contract for the Egypt Roads Yard Facility. A motion to defer the Lake Drive plan for two weeks was lost for lack of a seconder.

• Received Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan (6-0, 1 conflict)
• Set land value rate at $2.00/sq ft for surplus land divestiture (5-1, 1 conflict)
• Capped per-lot cost at 100% participation, excluding beach associations (5-1, 1 conflict)
• Approved flexible hybrid meeting system, Option 3, at $356,779.52 from COVID grant
• Awarded $473,000 contract to Kenstruct Ltd. for Egypt Roads Yard Facility
• Adopted 2021 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
• Approved Market Street road closure July 6-August 10, 2022
• Directed staff to proceed with Pefferlaw Dam transfer to Town ownership

Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review a demolition report, discuss the status of Mann Cemetery and the historical significance of arbors at 551 Lake Drive East, and consider names for a heritage award. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a presentation on Lake Simcoe's steamship history.

• Demolition Report for May 12 to June 15, 2022
• Update on Mann Cemetery status and maintenance
• Discussion on historical significance of arbors at 551 Lake Drive East
• Update on bronze plaque for Jackson's Point Marine Railway
• Discussion on heritage award and potential nominees

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider two main items: a request to extend draft plan approval for a subdivision on Circle Ridge Drive in Keswick, and adoption of a new Site Plan Control Bylaw in response to provincial Bill 109. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from five prior meetings and several routine by-laws. No public meetings, delegations, or presentations are scheduled.

• Extension of draft plan approval for subdivision 19T-19G02 (Farrage Developments Inc., Lots 12-16, 12-18 Circle Ridge Drive, Keswick) to October 16, 2024
• Adoption of new Site Plan Control Bylaw (2022-0057) in response to Bill 109, The More Homes for Everyone Act
• Amendment to Delegation Bylaw 2002-0041 (AD-3) to delegate Planning Act authority to Director of Planning and Building (Bylaw 2022-0056)
• Adoption of minutes from Council meetings on March 30, April 27, May 4, May 11, and May 18, 2022
• Confirming bylaw 2022-0058 for proceedings of June 15, 2022 meeting

Council adopted a new Site Plan Control bylaw in response to Bill 109, along with an update to the delegation bylaw. It also approved two deeming bylaws for properties on Lake Drive East and Farley Circle, and removed holding symbols on three Dawn Blossom Drive properties. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted new Site Plan Control bylaw (C-2022-0236)
• Approved deeming bylaw for Maurice De Rosa, 229 Lake Drive East (C-2022-0234)
• Approved deeming bylaw for Denis Temali, Farley Circle (C-2022-0235)
• Removed Holding (H) symbol on 9, 11, 17 Dawn Blossom Drive (Bylaw 500-2022-0002)
• Granted two-year extension for Draft Plan 19T-19G02 (C-2022-0233)

Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee

The Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the fire boat and waterfront parks masterplan, discuss Mossington's Wharf, and receive updates on lake safety and boat regulations. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions listed.

• Presentation on Fire Boat and Fire Services Responsibilities by Fire Chief Ron Jenkins
• Presentation on Waterfront Parks Masterplan Phase II by Donna Hinde
• Discussion of Mossington's Wharf and possible recommendation to Council
• Information on province-wide shoreline boat speed restriction of 10 km/h within 30 meters of shore
• Update on Transport Canada's proposed pleasure craft licensing changes effective winter 2023

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to approve interim appropriations for the 2023 fiscal year, award contracts for road design and records digitization, and adopt several by-laws including a new administrative monetary penalty system. The agenda also includes updates on cannabis retail stores, a residential water tap location, and various community event requests.

• Approve 2023 interim appropriations: $39,287,945 for operations and $21,426,105 for capital
• Award $607,781.90 contract to CH2M Hill Canada Limited for Udora Gravel Roads Upgrade preliminary design
• Award $381,290 single-source contract to Image Advantage Solution Inc. for records digitization
• Approve Sutton Arena as preferred site for new residential water tap
• Adopt Administrative Monetary Penalty By-law effective Feb 1, 2023

Council approved the Sutton Arena as the site for a new residential water tap, while directing staff to seek a long-term agreement with Hydro One to keep the existing Black River Road/Park Road tap open and to investigate additional locations. Council also awarded a $607,781.90 contract for the Udora gravel roads upgrade preliminary design and approved 2023 interim appropriations totaling over $60 million.

• Approved Sutton Arena as new residential water tap site (C-2022-0210)
• Directed staff to seek Hydro One MOU for Black River Road/Park Road tap
• Directed staff to investigate Pefferlaw Lions Hall and Ice Palace as water tap locations
• Awarded $607,781.90 contract to CH2M Hill for Udora gravel roads preliminary design (C-2022-0216)
• Approved 2023 interim appropriations: $39,287,945 operations, $21,426,105 capital (C-2022-0213)
• Authorized 2023 credit facilities for temporary borrowing (C-2022-0214)
• Approved Administrative Monetary Penalty by-law effective Feb 1, 2023 (C-2022-0220)
• Approved $381,290 single-source contract for records digitization (C-2022-0219)

Georgina Trails and Active Transportation

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss trail and active transportation matters. The agenda includes a presentation on bike, park, and trail risk management, a verbal update on the Trail Captain System, and a discussion about naming a pathway or trail in memory of Danny Wheeler. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and roll call.

• Presentation: Bike, Park, and Trail Risk Management by Alan Gaunt
• Verbal update on Trail Captain System from Bob Ferguson, Manager of Parks
• Discussion on naming a pathway or trail in memory of Danny Wheeler
• Adoption of minutes from April 5, 2022 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 6, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several accessibility-related items. The agenda includes adoption of minutes, a verbal staff update, and discussions on the Treasure Hill playground design, committee budget items, and the beach wheelchair project.

• Discussion of changes to Treasure Hill playground design
• Discussion of committee budget items and process
• Update on beach wheelchair project, including storage and transfer area
• Verbal report from staff on committee meetings and service recognition
• Adoption of minutes from May 2, 2022 meeting

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss agricultural issues, including a verbal report on the municipality's stance on exceptions for livestock guardian and herding dogs, and to discuss the current status of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Ontario. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and general information about a plastics disposal pilot project.

• Verbal report on exceptions for livestock guardian and herding dogs
• Discussion on highly pathogenic avian influenza status in Ontario
• Information item on Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project
• Adoption of minutes from April 21, 2022 meeting

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee passed a motion requesting council direct staff to investigate amending the Animal Control By-law to include definitions and exemptions for livestock herding dogs. The committee also requested council post an information page on the town website about avian flu. Both motions were carried.

• Requested council investigate amending Animal Control By-law for herding dog exemptions (carried)
• Requested council post avian flu information page on town website (carried)
• Adopted May 26, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 21, 2022 minutes (carried)
• Received Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project information (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with no reports, public meetings, or delegations listed. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss advice subject to solicitor-client privilege regarding an indemnification matter related to Lake Drive jurisdiction. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of agenda, adoption of minutes (none), and a confirming by-law.

• Closed session: solicitor-client privileged advice on indemnification - Lake Drive jurisdiction matter
• Confirming by-law 2022-0047 for proceedings of Special Council on May 25, 2022

Council approved an indemnification claim by Councillor Neeson related to a Small Claims Court proceeding initiated by Ownerbuild Limited, directing legal counsel to proceed under the Indemnification By-law. The decision was made in closed session, with Councillor Neeson, Mayor Quirk, and Regional Councillor Grossi declaring pecuniary interests and not participating. The meeting also included a moment of meditation, community announcements, and adoption of the agenda and confirming by-law.

• Approved Councillor Neeson's indemnification claim (carried)
• Adopted the May 25, 2022 Special Council agenda (C-2022-0206, carried)
• Convened into closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice on indemnification (carried)
• Reconvened into open session and reported on closed session matters (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0047 confirming the proceedings of the Special Council meeting (carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several initiatives, including participation in the York Region Pride Parade, a cultural foods flyer for food pantry donations, a Pan-African Flag Festival plan, and the Town's Anti-Black and Anti-Indigenous Racism Policy. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and declarations of interest.

• York Region Pride Parade participation on June 18, 2022 in Newmarket
• Cultural Foods Flyer discussion for food pantry donation suggestions
• Pan-African Flag Festival plan to be finalized for Council
• Hate Has No Place Here decals design and next steps
• Discussion on Town of Georgina Anti-Black and Anti-Indigenous Racism Policy

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved several items, including requesting Council endorsement for a Cultural Foods Flyer and the Pan-African Flag Festival on August 1, 2022, with $2,500-$3,000 in advertising funds. The committee also selected a design for 'Hate Has No Place Here' decals and discussed the Anti Black and Anti Indigenous Racism Policy, noting HR is not yet ready to implement it. The February 22, 2022 minutes were deferred, while the April 26, 2022 minutes were adopted.

• Adopted April 26, 2022 minutes; deferred February 22, 2022 minutes (GEDAC-2022-0027)
• Received Asian History Month presentation and Anti Black and Anti Indigenous Racism Policy (GEDAC-2022-0028)
• Approved 200 pen and notebook sets for York Region Pride Parade swag (GEDAC-2022-0029)
• Requested Council endorsement for Cultural Foods Flyer (GEDAC-2022-0030)
• Requested Council endorsement for Pan-African Flag Festival on Aug 1, 2022, with $2,500-$3,000 from advertising funds (GEDAC-2022-0031)
• Selected design version 4 for Hate Has No Place Here decals, with heart changed to solid red and placed in center (GEDAC-2022-0032)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider applications for consent (land severances) and a minor variance. Staff recommend approving two consents at 76 Market Street, subject to conditions. The committee will also hear a minor variance application for properties on Dalton Road.

• Consent applications B3-21 and B4-21 for 76 Market Street to sever two parcels, with conditions including servicing, civic addresses, and approvals from LSRCA, York Region, and town divisions.
• Minor variance application A29-21 for 20846 and 20840 Dalton Road by Forrest and Taylor Funeral Home Limited.
• Approval of minutes from April 26 and May 9, 2022 meetings.

The Committee of Adjustment approved two consent applications (B3-21 and B4-21) to sever and convey portions of land at 76 Market Street, subject to conditions including servicing, addresses, and agency confirmations. It also approved a minor variance application (A29-21) for the Forrest and Taylor Funeral Home at 20846 and 20840 Dalton Road, Sutton, permitting reduced side yards, planting strip, and drive aisle widths. Both approvals are subject to a 20-day appeal period. The minutes of the previous meetings were postponed for revisions, and the next meeting is scheduled for June 20.

• Approved consent application B3-21 to sever Subject Land 'A1' from Remainder Land 'B1' at 76 Market Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent application B4-21 to sever Subject Land 'A2' from Remainder Land 'B2' at 76 Market Street (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A29-21 for Forrest and Taylor Funeral Home, permitting reduced side yards, planting strip, and drive aisle widths (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of minutes from April 26 and May 9, 2022, pending revisions

Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review a demolition report covering April 5 to May 11, 2022, and to discuss the process and status of heritage designations. Staff will also provide updates on a bronze plaque for Marine Railway and maintenance of Mann Cemetery. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed.

• Demolition Report for April 5 to May 11, 2022
• Discussion on heritage designation process and status
• Status update on bronze plaque for Marine Railway
• Update on Mann Cemetery maintenance

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee held a routine meeting with no formal decisions beyond adopting the agenda, minutes, and receiving a demolition report. Discussions covered heritage designations (including The Queensway North property and Briars Brick Stable), a bronze plaque for the Marine Railway, and Mann Cemetery maintenance. The committee noted it will disband after the June meeting and reform in the new Term of Council.

• Adopted May 18, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 20, 2022 minutes as amended (carried)
• Received Demolition Report April 5 to May 11, 2022 (carried)
• Received Other Business items on heritage designation, bronze plaque, and Mann Cemetery (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to approve the 2022 property tax rates, award several contracts (portable toilets, ski hill lift repairs), renew a wharf lease, and adopt new sewer standards. They will also discuss municipal election delegation of authority, council remuneration, and a possible Municipal Accommodation Tax. A closed session will address the Pefferlaw Dam land matter.

• 2022 property tax rates to be set via Bylaw 2022-0042
• Contract award to Portable Toilet Rentals Inc. up to $232,875.00
• Sole-source contract to Leitner Poma Canada Inc. for ROC ski lift repairs, additional $31,609.76
• Lease renewal with Snake Island Cottagers Association for Sheppard's Wharf at $1,889.36/year
• Adoption of York Region Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Standard for new sewers

Council approved the 2022 tax rates for the Town of Georgina, adopted a by-law to set them, and increased Council salaries for the next term, with the Mayor's salary rising to $80,662. They also approved a contract for portable toilet rentals up to $232,875 and made changes to the garbage bag tag program, reducing free bags to two and increasing tag fees to $2.00.

• Approved 2022 tax rates (carried)
• Increased Council salaries: Mayor to $80,662, Regional Councillor to $50,662, Councillor to $48,000 (6-1)
• Awarded portable toilet rental contract to Portable Toilet Rentals Inc., up to $232,875 (carried)
• Reduced free garbage bags to 2 per bi-weekly collection, effective July 4, 2022 (carried)
• Increased bag tag fee to $2.00, effective May 18, 2022 (carried)
• Increased large item collection tag fee to $12.00, effective July 4, 2022 (carried)
• Approved lease renewal with Snake Island Cottagers Association for Sheppard's Wharf at $1,889.36 (carried)
• Approved sole-source contract to Leitner Poma Canada Inc. for ROC lift upgrades with additional $31,609.76 (carried)

Council Meeting

Council approved a zoning bylaw amendment for a single detached dwelling on an undersized rural lot on Frog Street, Sutton, and approved a zoning amendment for 160 High Street to permit non-servicing uses, pending staff conditions. Council also adopted an updated Site Alteration Bylaw and proclaimed May 17 as International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.

• Approved zoning amendment for Alair Homes at Frog Street, Sutton, to rezone to site-specific Rural and Open Space (carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for Kannampuzha Holdings at 160 High Street, Sutton, to permit non-servicing uses (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0038 updating the Town Site Alteration Bylaw (carried)
• Proclaimed May 17 as International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia and flew rainbow flag (carried)
• Received update on labour relations matter in closed session and directed staff to proceed (carried)

Georgina Trails and Active Transportation

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including approving the agenda and minutes from April 5, 2022. The only substantive item is a verbal update from the Manager of Parks on the Trail Captain System.

• Verbal update on Trail Captain System from Bob Ferguson, Manager of Parks
• Adoption of minutes from April 5, 2022 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment meets to hear a presentation on the Zoning By-law Update and to consider four deferral requests for properties on Hillcrest Rd, Bouchier St, Dalton Rd, and Market St. The main decision is a staff recommendation to approve Minor Variance Application A08-22 for 62 Alexander Blvd, which would allow a larger lot coverage and front/rear yard encroachments for a new two-storey dwelling. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 26 meeting.

• Zoning By-law Update presentation by Alan Drozd and Tolek Makarewicz
• Deferral requests for 281 Hillcrest Rd, 399 Bouchier St, 20846 Dalton Rd, and 76 Market St
• Minor Variance A08-22: 62 Alexander Blvd, Sutton – allow 38% lot coverage (35% permitted), front porch encroach 3.1m (2.0m permitted), rear deck encroach 3.5m (3.0m permitted)
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Application A08-22 for 62 Alexander Blvd, Sutton, allowing a two-storey dwelling with increased lot coverage and front/rear yard encroachments. Four deferral requests were granted. No consent applications were considered. The meeting also included a presentation on the Zoning By-law Update.

• Approved Minor Variance A08-22 for 62 Alexander Blvd (unanimous)
• Granted deferral for 281 Hillcrest Rd
• Granted deferral for A03-22 - 399 Bouchier St
• Granted deferral for A29-21 - 20846 Dalton Road
• Granted deferral for B03-21 & B04-21 - 76 Market St
• Deferred approval of April 26, 2022 minutes to next meeting

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with several reports for approval, including a $1.79 million road resurfacing contract, a $312,782 caretaking supplies contract, a park development agreement, and sign bylaw amendments. Council will also consider a windrow snow clearing program update and various dispositions, including a noise exemption for a music event.

• Award contract OID2022-025 for selective resurfacing and asphalt maintenance to Lisbon Paving Co. Limited for $1,794,153.74
• Award caretaking supplies contract to Swish Maintenance Limited for up to $312,782.43
• Approve Treasure Hill Park development design and construction agreement with Starlish Homes (BT) Corp.
• Approve amendments to Sign By-law No. 2006-0062 (Bylaw 2022-0036)
• Approve windrow snow clearing program for 2022/2023 with up to $100,000 from Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve

Council approved a $1,794,153.74 contract for selective resurfacing and asphalt maintenance with Lisbon Paving Co. Limited, and approved the 2022/2023 Windrow Snow Clearing Program with up to $100,000 from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve. Council also approved a lease renewal for the Willow Wharf parking lot, adopted amendments to the Sign By-law, and deferred the Site Alteration Bylaw update to May 11. Several accessibility-related requests were endorsed, including recognizing AccessAbility Week and investigating accessibility improvements at the ROC snow hill.

• Approved $1,794,153.74 contract to Lisbon Paving Co. for road resurfacing (C-2022-0169)
• Approved $100,000 for 2022/2023 Windrow Snow Clearing Program from stabilization reserve (C-2022-0170)
• Approved lease renewal with Angelo Stamboultzis for Willow Wharf parking lot (C-2022-0167)
• Approved amendments to Sign By-law 2006-0062 (C-2022-0166)
• Deferred Site Alteration Bylaw update to May 11 (C-2022-0182)
• Approved $5,000 grants to WenzBeats, Two Feathers Yoga, and Pefferlaw Association of Ratepayers (C-2022-0179)
• Endorsed temporary noise bylaw exemption for Music in the Streets on June 25 (C-2022-0171)
• Endorsed recognizing AccessAbility Week and Rare Disease Day (C-2022-0172, C-2022-0175)

Keswick Cemetery Board

The Keswick Cemetery Board will review the inventory and sales of cemetery lots as of April 25, 2022. The meeting includes updates on an ongoing market study and a verbal progress report on cemetery operations.

• Review of cemetery lot inventory and sales as of April 25, 2022
• Update on ongoing Market Study work
• Cemetery progress update from Robert Ferguson and Jenn Baker

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE software and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The meeting appears to be scheduled for May 2, 2022, but no substantive business is listed.

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review a site plan for the Keswick Business Park, discuss the status of Treasure Hill park and playground, consider placing an accessible portable toilet for the Beach Wheelchair Project, and identify budget items to recommend to Council. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving an information item about disability employment in Waterloo and Wellington.

• Site Plan Review: Keswick Business Park, presented by Zaidun Alganabi, Manager of Development Engineering
• Discussion on status and plans for Treasure Hill park and playground
• Discussion on placing an accessible portable toilet in an accessible location for the Beach Wheelchair Project
• Discussion on committee budget items to put forward to Council
• Information item: Ontario Helping People with Disabilities Get Jobs in Waterloo and Wellington

The committee received a site plan review for the Keswick Business Park and discussed accessibility concerns with the Treasure Hill Park playground, which lacked accessible equipment. They voted to refer the playground plans to Town staff to discuss with the developer to meet accessibility requirements. Other business included updates on the beach wheelchair project and budget items for accessible facilities.

• Received Keswick Business Park site plan review (carried)
• Referred Treasure Hill playground to staff to discuss accessibility with developer (carried)
• Received general information item on disability employment program (carried)
• Received other business items including beach wheelchair and budget (carried)
• Requested letter of thanks for Tara Hillyer's service (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on the Keswick Secondary Plan Review. Council will receive a report on Draft #2 of the plan and consider endorsing next steps to finalize a proposed plan for adoption in late July or early August 2022. The agenda includes a public meeting and a disposition from KLM Planning Partners regarding the draft.

• Public meeting on Keswick Secondary Plan Draft #2 (Report No. DS-2022-0033)
• Recommendation to endorse next steps for completing the Proposed Keswick Secondary Plan by late July/early August 2022
• Council to forward report to York Region and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Disposition from KLM Planning Partners Inc. regarding Draft No. 2 of the Keswick Secondary Plan
• Confirming by-law 2022-0035 for the special council meeting

Council received Report No. DS-2022-0033 on the Keswick Secondary Plan Draft #2 and endorsed the next steps to complete the plan for adoption in late July or early August 2022. The plan was presented at a public meeting, with comments from agencies and the public noted for inclusion in the final draft. Council also referred correspondence from KLM Planning Partners Inc. to staff for consideration.

• Received Report No. DS-2022-0033 on Keswick Secondary Plan Draft #2 (carried)
• Endorsed next steps for completing the proposed Keswick Secondary Plan for adoption in late July/early August 2022 (carried)
• Directed Town Clerk to forward report and resolution to York Region and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (carried)
• Referred correspondence from KLM Planning Partners Inc. to Development Services for consideration (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on several capital projects, including a $900,000 skate and pump park in Pefferlaw, a $200,000 outdoor sports zone, and a $2.39 million contract for ash tree removal. They will also consider a debenture for Julia Munro Park and a request to act as loan guarantor for the Ontario Water Centre. The agenda includes a delegation about garbage pickup and road maintenance in Udora, plus several routine items like minutes and by-laws.

• Approve $900,000 skate and pump park at Pefferlaw Park, 38 Pete's Lane
• Approve $200,000 outdoor Sports Zone on Pefferlaw Ice Pad
• Award $2,394,841.80 contract to W. M Weller Tree Service Ltd. for ash tree (EAB) removal
• Authorize debentures up to $2,080,000 for Julia Munro Park
• Approve $25,000 sole source contract for Keswick Cemetery monument foundation wall

Council approved a $900,000 combined skate and pump park at Pefferlaw Park (38 Pete's Lane), with lighting and camera monitoring, by a 6-1 vote. They also approved a $200,000 outdoor sports zone on the Pefferlaw ice pad, $200,000 for pathway improvements, a $45,000 community garden, and a $101,750 contingency fund, all unanimously. Other decisions included awarding a $2.39M ash tree removal contract, approving a $2.08M debenture for Julia Munro Park, and endorsing a Streetscape Design Manual.

• Approved $900,000 skate and pump park at Pefferlaw Park (6-1)
• Approved $200,000 outdoor sports zone on Pefferlaw ice pad (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 for pathway improvements and $45,000 community garden (7-0)
• Approved $101,750 contingency fund for Pefferlaw projects (7-0)
• Awarded $2,394,841.80 ash tree removal contract to W.M. Weller Tree Service
• Approved $2,080,000 debenture for Julia Munro Park
• Endorsed Streetscape Design Manual
• Approved $25,000 for Keswick Cemetery foundation wall

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent application B20-21 to sever land at 370 Walter Drive, creating one new residential building lot, and directed a refund of the minor variance fee as it was not required. It also approved consents for properties at 64 Franklin Beach Road and 843 & 845 Jubilee Road, and a minor variance for 112 Cook's Bay Drive. All decisions were carried unanimously or by majority as recorded.

• Approved Consent B20-21 for 370 Walter Drive to create one new residential lot (unanimous)
• Directed refund of Minor Variance A09-22 fee as not required (unanimous)
• Approved Consent B02-22 for 64 Franklin Beach Road for lot addition (carried)
• Approved Consent B19-21 for 843 & 845 Jubilee Road to create one new residential lot (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A02-22 for 112 Cook's Bay Drive for garage and dwelling additions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 28, 2022 (unanimous)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved sending feedback to Communications to rework the 'Hate Has No Place Here' decal designs, with members noting the designs should better represent homelessness, BIPOC, and disabilities. Several items were deferred to the May 24, 2022 meeting, including the Cultural Foods Flyer, Pan-African Flag Festival Plan, and GEDAC Community Survey. The committee also received updates on an anti-racism policy draft and budget information.

• Approved sending feedback on Hate Has No Place Here decal designs to Communications (carried)
• Referred Cultural Foods Flyer to May 24, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Deferred Pan-African Flag Festival Plan to May 24, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received verbal update on anti-racism, anti-Indigenous racism, and anti-Black racism policy (carried)
• Deferred GEDAC Community Survey to May 24, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received information on GEDAC budget regarding speaker honorariums (carried)
• Received item on budget reallocation requests for 2023 (carried)
• Referred York Region Multicultural Festival Calendar to May 24, 2022 meeting (carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on the Zoning By-Law Project from the Manager of Planning Policy, and to discuss single-use plastic bans in municipalities. The agenda also includes general information items on electric vehicle charging stations and the Bradford Bypass bridge contract.

• Presentation: Zoning By-Law Project by Alan Drozd, Manager of Planning Policy
• Discussion: single-use plastic bans in municipalities, referencing Tofino, B.C.
• Information: Ontario launches five new ONroute electric vehicle charging stations
• Information: Ontario awards contract to build bridge for Bradford Bypass
• Information: Final Early Works Report for County Road 4 published by MTO

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on the Zoning By-Law Project, receive reports including the Sutton Christmas Bird Count, and discuss a letter from the York Region Federation of Agriculture urging amendments to the Animal Control By-law for livestock guardian and herding dogs. The agenda also includes general information items on beaver management and a plastics disposal pilot project.

• Presentation on Zoning By-Law Project by Alan Drozd, Manager of Planning Policy
• Discussion of letter urging Town to amend Animal Control By-law to include definitions/exemptions for livestock guardian dogs and herding dogs
• Report on 35th Annual Sutton Christmas Bird Count
• Information item: Beaver Management Tech Bulletin from Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Information item: Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee received a presentation on the draft Countryside Zoning By-law, which is in consultation mode and could take effect in fall 2022. The committee also discussed livestock guardian and herding dogs, with staff to research other municipalities' exemptions and report back in May. No final decisions were made on these items; all agenda items were received as information.

• Adopted April 21, 2022 agenda as amended (GAGAC-2022-0015)
• Adopted February 24, 2022 minutes as presented (GAGAC-2022-0016)
• Received Zoning By-Law Project presentation (GAGAC-2022-0017)
• Received 35th Annual Sutton Christmas Bird Count Report (GAGAC-2022-0018)
• Received Beaver Management Tech Bulletin and Northern Ontario Plastics Disposal Pilot Project (GAGAC-2022-0019)
• Received Livestock Guardian Dogs and Herding Dogs and Avian Flu discussion items (GAGAC-2022-0020)
• Adjourned at 8:49 p.m. (GAGAC-2022-0021)

Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a report on demolition permits and a proposal to add The Huntley Farm at 3992 Baseline Road to the Heritage Register. The committee will also discuss other properties of heritage interest, plaques, and signage. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions expected beyond recommendations.

• Demolition Report covering February 9 to April 5, 2022
• Heritage Register Report for 3992 Baseline Road (Huntley Farm)
• Discussion on 2022 properties for Heritage Register
• Discussion on Heritage Interest plaques for Radial Railway Power House, Briars Resort Brick Stable, Elm Grove Hall, Malone Lodge, St. James Parish Hall
• Update on Bronze Plaque for Marine Railway

Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee

The Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss maintenance for Jackson's Point Harbour wharves and docks. The meeting also includes reviews of surveys regarding abandoned boats and floating accommodations.

• Discussion on repair and maintenance of Jackson's Point Harbour wharves and dock system
• Review of Boating Ontario Abandoned Boats Survey
• Review of MNRF input request for floating accommodations on waterways
• Discussion regarding budget projects including no wake/dead slow signs
• Adoption of March 15, 2022, meeting minutes

Council Meeting

Council is holding a statutory public meeting and considering approval of revisions to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-13G02 for industrial lands at 23675/23965 Woodbine Avenue and 2596 Glenwoods Avenue. The agenda also includes a by-law to extend a DC Marine business zoning permission on Baseline Road for three years, and routine items like minutes approval and a confirming by-law.

• Revision to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-13G02 for lands at 23675/23965 Woodbine Ave and 2596 Glenwoods Ave (Report DS-2022-0031)
• Proposed Earthworks Agreement between GreyCan 12 Properties LP and Town for Building 1, Phase 1
• Proposed delegation of Site Plan Approval authority to Director of Development Services via amendment to By-law 2020-0037
• Bylaw 500-2022-0002 to amend Zoning Bylaw 500 to extend DC Marine business operation on Baseline Rd to July 18, 2024
• Bylaw 2022-0029 confirming proceedings of Council on April 13, 2022

Council approved revisions to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-13G02 for the GreyCan 12 Properties and Keswick Industrial Limited Partnership lands at 23675/23965 Woodbine Avenue and 2596 Glenwoods Avenue, including an Earthworks Agreement and delegation of site plan approval. The decision was carried unanimously. Council also passed a resolution requesting the federal government to review aerodrome approvals legislation, citing concerns about municipal oversight.

• Approved revised Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-13G02 (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of Earthworks Agreement for Building 1, Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Delegated Site Plan Approval authority to Director of Development Services for Building 1 (unanimous)
• Assigned 3,308 person-equivalent sanitary sewer and water servicing allocation to the draft plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0030 (CON-1) for Earthworks Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 500-2022-0001 (PL-5) to extend existing business operation to July 18, 2024 (carried)
• Adopted resolution requesting federal review of aerodrome approvals legislation (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 2022-0029 (COU-2) confirming proceedings (carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe Streets Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss road safety concerns, including excessive speeding on Lake Drive and Walter Drive, high-traffic and high-accident intersections, and parking restrictions near lakes. The agenda also includes a general information item on Ontario raising highway speed limits. Most items are discussion topics rather than final decisions.

• Discussion of speeding concerns on Lake Drive and Walter Drive
• Staff information on highest traffic and accident rate intersections in Georgina
• Discussion of parking restrictions along roads near lake
• Information item on Ontario raising highway speed limits
• Adoption of minutes from February 14, 2022 meeting

The committee discussed speeding on Lake Drive and Walter Drive, hearing from a resident about dangerous driving. They passed a motion recommending Council direct staff to investigate Bradford's speed cushion pilot and additional stop signs on Lake Drive. They also received information on high-traffic intersections and lakefront parking restrictions.

• Adopted April 11, 2022 agenda (GSSAC-2022-0013)
• Adopted February 14, 2022 minutes (GSSAC-2022-0014)
• Received information item on Ontario raising highway speed limits (GSSAC-2022-0015)
• Recommended Council investigate Bradford's speed cushion pilot and additional stop signs on Lake Drive (GSSAC-2022-0016)
• Received other business items on speeding, high-traffic intersections, and lakefront parking (GSSAC-2022-0017)
• Adjourned at 8:37 p.m. (GSSAC-2022-0018)

Council Meeting

Council is meeting to consider a proposed subdivision agreement for the Ainslie Hill development, which includes road closures and traffic regulation changes. The agenda also includes delegations from local organizations, several dispositions, and a briefing note on a joint fire services assessment.

• Subdivision agreement with Ainslie Hill I Inc. and Ainslie Hill II Inc. for Draft Plan 19T-15G03, east of Catering Road, Sutton
• Road closure of Dalton Road and Catering Road from May 6 to September 30, 2022
• Bylaw 2022-0025 to authorize execution of the subdivision agreement
• Bylaw 2022-0026 to amend traffic bylaw 2002-0046 (parking, stop signs, speed limits)
• Delegation from Margaret Bahen Hospice on fundraising events

Council approved the Ainslie Hill subdivision agreement, authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute it and related road closures. They also directed staff to report back on a flexible hybrid model for Council meetings, and received updates on the Maple Lake Estates land transfer and joint fire services assessment.

• Approved Ainslie Hill subdivision agreement and authorized road closures (C-2022-0116)
• Directed staff to report on flexible hybrid meeting model by May 18 (C-2022-0117)
• Received joint fire services assessment briefing (C-2022-0113)
• Approved revised Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy (C-2022-0124)
• Adopted bylaw to authorize optical scanning vote tabulators and internet voting (2022-0028)
• Appointed Councillor Sebo to Routes Board (C-2022-0122)
• Proclaimed April 28 as Day of Mourning and lowered flags (C-2022-0121)
• Directed legal action against site alteration bylaw violations (C-2022-0126)

Georgina Trails and Active Transportation

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive a staff update from the Manager of Parks. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or proposals listed.

• Adoption of minutes from November 9, 2021 and March 8, 2022 meetings
• Staff update by Dan Buttineau, Director of Community Services

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee met on April 5, 2022, and received a staff update from Dan Buttineau, Director of Community Services, and Bob Ferguson, Manager of Parks. No substantive decisions were made; the committee only adopted the agenda and previous minutes, and received the staff update as information.

• Adopted April 5, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Adopted minutes from November 9, 2021 and March 8, 2022 (carried)
• Received Manager of Parks introduction and staff update (carried)

Keswick Cemetery Board

The Keswick Cemetery Board is meeting to review cemetery lot inventory and sales for March 2022, and to receive updates on the contingency plan, 2022 price list, roles and responsibilities matrix, and cemetery progress. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and a presentation from the CAO and Town Clerk.

• Inventory and Sales of Cemetery Lots - March 2022 report
• 2022 Price List update
• Contingency Plan update
• Roles and Responsibilities Matrix update
• Cemetery Progress update

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee approved four grants totaling $16,000 from the Economic, Culture and Community Betterment grant program: $5,000 each for a DJ event, a yoga and music festival, and a family picnic and car show, plus $1,000 for a car show. A grant application for a public art trail marker was deferred to the May 2 meeting pending consultation with the Chippewas of Georgina Island. The committee also received updates on the Briars Resort, the YSpace business incubator, and other economic development activities.

• Approved $5,000 grant to Wenzbeats for DJ event (EDC-2022-0026)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Two Feathers Yoga for Georgina Yoga & Music Festival (EDC-2022-0027)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Pefferlaw Area Ratepayers for Annual Family Picnic and Car Show (EDC-2022-0028)
• Approved $1,000 grant to Pefferlaw Lions Club for Car Show (EDC-2022-0029)
• Approved $1,500 grant to Community Action Table for agency grants (EDC-2022-0030)
• Deferred Public Art Trail Marker grant application to May 2 meeting (EDC-2022-0025)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility improvements for Town of Georgina facilities and parks in 2022, including a beach wheelchair project, mobile quiet rooms, and budget request procedures. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and a presentation from the Manager of Parks.

• Beach wheelchair project: May opening, De La Salle wheelchair-accessible portable toilet, and accessible parking spots
• Discussion on mobile quiet rooms and their growing community need
• 2022 accessibility plans for Town parks and buildings
• Budget request submission format for GAAC items
• Information item: Ontario Investing in More Accessible Communities

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee discussed accessibility improvements for 2022, including park upgrades, a beach wheelchair project, and mobile quiet rooms. They passed a motion directing staff to investigate placing an accessible portable washroom at De La Salle Beach and report back at the next meeting. The committee also received updates on accessibility plans for parks and facilities, including Pioneer Village and Treasure Hill park.

• Adopted April 4, 2022 agenda (GAAC-2022-0033)
• Adopted March 7, 2022 minutes as amended (GAAC-2022-0034)
• Received information item on Ontario Investing in More Accessible Communities (GAAC-2022-0035)
• Directed staff to look into accessible portable washroom at De La Salle Beach and report back (GAAC-2022-0036)
• Received other business items on mobile quiet rooms, parks/buildings, beach wheelchair project, and budget format (GAAC-2022-0037)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on several routine items, including adopting annual drinking water reports, extending community services user fees through 2023, and approving a new Urban Hens licensing bylaw. The agenda also includes appointing a Deputy Chief Building Official, deeming a subdivision plan at 183 Lake Dr. N, and entering closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approve Urban Hens licensing bylaw (2022-0020) and amend Exotic Animal Bylaw (2022-0021)
• Extend Community Services User Fees and Charges By-Law 2019-2022 by one year to Dec 31, 2023, keeping 2022 fees
• Receive annual drinking water system summary reports and develop action plan to reduce trihalomethanes
• Appoint Bruce West as Deputy Chief Building Official (Bylaw 2022-0018)
• Deem 183 Lake Dr. N subdivision plan not registered (Bylaw 2022-0019)

Council approved a bylaw to license and regulate urban hens, along with an amendment to the exotic animal bylaw. It also delegated authority to the CAO to advance the Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan, with reports due by June and August 2022. Several reports were received, including water system summaries and development charges, and grants were approved for local events.

• Approved Urban Hens Licensing Bylaw 2022-0020 and amended Exotic Animal Bylaw 2003-0072 (carried)
• Approved Zoning Bylaw Amendment removing 'H' symbol at 9 & 11 Dawn Blossom Drive (Bylaw 500-2022-0001)
• Delegated authority to CAO for Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan, excluding beach associations (C-2022-0108)
• Directed staff to report on Lake Drive land divestiture by June 22, 2022 and implementation schedule by August 10, 2022 (C-2022-0108)
• Approved extension of Community Services User Fees and Charges By-Law to December 31, 2023 (C-2022-0102)
• Received annual drinking water system summary reports and directed action on disinfection by-products (C-2022-0099)
• Approved economic development grants totaling $19,625 for local events and organizations (C-2022-0105)
• Received revised Statement of Development Charges Collected for 2021 (C-2022-0101)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on the Zoning By-law Conformity Exercise Phase 1 update, including a draft Countryside Zoning By-law. Council will consider endorsing the draft as a basis for a proposed by-law and authorizing an Official Plan amendment to allow up to three dwelling units per single detached dwelling lot in certain designations. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, with no other reports, delegations, or by-laws for discussion.

• Report DS-2022-0022: Zoning By-law Conformity Exercise Phase 1 Update and Draft Countryside Zoning By-law
• Endorsement of Draft Countryside Zoning By-law dated March 30, 2022
• Proposed Official Plan amendment to Section 8.1.1.12 to allow additional dwelling units in Rural Area, Agricultural Protection Area, and Hamlet Area
• Bylaw 2022-0024 confirming proceedings of Special Council

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications for properties in Keswick. The committee will hear requests for relief from zoning by-laws, including setbacks, lot area, frontage, and lot coverage. Staff have recommended approval for both applications, subject to conditions.

• Minor variance A48-21 for 152 The Queensway North to allow a 1.5m interior side yard setback (required 3m) for a garage addition
• Minor variance A50-21 for 818 Pugsley Avenue to allow a single-family dwelling on a 743 sq m lot (required 20 ha) with 15m frontage (required 180m)
• A50-21 also seeks relief for 33.6% lot coverage (max 20%) and 1.2m interior side yard (required 9m)
• Conditions for A50-21 include tree preservation/compensation plan and driveway/parking limits

Georgina Selection Committee

The Georgina Selection Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural matters, including electing a chair, adopting minutes from December 16, 2021, and moving into closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals. The main substantive item is selecting appointments to interview for the Committee of Adjustment, with confidential applications provided separately.

• Election of Committee Chair pursuant to Procedural By-law No. 2016-0014
• Adoption of minutes from December 16, 2021
• Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act for personal matters about identifiable individuals
• Selection of appointments to interview for Committee of Adjustment

Council Meeting

Georgina Council meets to consider a zoning bylaw amendment and deeming bylaw for properties on Rose Street in Sutton, along with several development-related reports. The agenda includes a statutory public meeting, reports on draft plan extensions, tree removal, housing affordability, and York Region's official plan, plus routine items like minutes and by-laws.

• Zoning amendment application for Lots 210 and 211, Plan 427, s/s Rose Street, Sutton (ZBA 03.1162)
• Extension of draft plan approval 19T-15G03 for Ainslie Hill I & II Inc., Catering Road, Sutton, to April 3, 2023
• Site alteration permit for tree removal at 23675/23965 Woodbine Avenue and 2596 Glenwoods Avenue
• Council to consider supporting responses to Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force and review of Ontario Land Tribunal
• Removal of Holding (H) provision for 9, 11, 17 Dawn Blossom Drive, Keswick

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders; no substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several environmental topics referred by Town Council, including the Town's road salt/sand strategy and garbage bag tag program, the Pollinator Highways Project, a proposed general aviation aerodrome, and Earth Day 2022. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and a committee administration memorandum.

• Update on Town's salt/sand road strategy and garbage bag tag program
• Discussion of Pollinator Highways Project (Resolution No. C2022-0054)
• Discussion of proposed aerodrome at 7818, 7486 Old Homestead Road (Resolution No. C2021-0503)
• Discussion of Earth Day 2022 (Resolution No. C-2022-0042)

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee received updates on the Town's winter road salt/sand strategy and garbage bag tag program, discussed the Pollinator Highways Project, a proposed aerodrome, and Earth Day 2022. No formal decisions were made on these items; the committee only received the information as presented.

• Adopted March 21, 2022 agenda (GEAC-2022-0009)
• Adopted January 24, 2022 minutes as amended (GEAC-2022-0010)
• Received Committee Administration Memo from Town Clerk (GEAC-2022-0011)
• Received Operations Strategy update on salt/sand and bag tags (GEAC-2022-0012)
• Received Pollinator Highways Project presentation (GEAC-2022-0013)
• Received Proposed Aerodrome staff report (GEAC-2022-0014)
• Received Earth Day 2022 correspondence (GEAC-2022-0015)
• Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. (GEAC-2022-0016)

Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee

The Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee received a presentation from Keswick Marine on boating industry trends, including COVID impacts, boat launch usage, and dredging needs. The committee also discussed and received a Council resolution regarding 2023 capital projects, and compiled a list of potential locations for Lake Simcoe Region Foundation signs. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving items and adopting the agenda and minutes.

• Adopted March 15, 2022 agenda (GWAC-2022-0008)
• Adopted January 11, 2022 minutes as amended (GWAC-2022-0009)
• Received Committee Administration Memo and boating industry presentation (GWAC-2022-0010)
• Received Other Business items including Council resolution on 2023 capital projects, sign locations, and waterways issues (GWAC-2022-0011)
• Adjourned at 8:04 p.m. (GWAC-2022-0012)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Committee approved five grant applications totaling $9,625 from the Economic, Culture and Community Betterment program, including $5,000 for Military Day, $2,000 for Georgina Pride Festival, $2,000 for Classic Car Show, $325 for Seedy Saturday, and $300 for Way to Grow. The committee also elected Matthew Brady as Vice Chair until May 2022 and received updates on the Business Incubator/Accelerator project, BIA activities, and tourism initiatives.

• Approved $5,000 grant to Military Day (carried)
• Approved $2,000 grant to Georgina Pride Festival (carried)
• Approved $2,000 grant to Classic Car Show (carried)
• Approved $325 grant to Seedy Saturday (carried)
• Approved $300 grant to Way to Grow (carried)
• Elected Matthew Brady as Vice Chair until May 2022 (carried)

Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss heritage matters, including a report on 2022 properties for designation and updates on heritage plaques. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being discussions or updates rather than final decisions.

• 2022 Properties for Designation report
• Heritage Register discussion on Town-owned properties
• Heritage Interest Plaques update on design, supplier, and candidates (Radial Railway Power House, Briars Resort Brick Stable, Elm Grove Hall, Malone Lodge, St. James Parish Hall)
• Ainsley Hill Property information from Krista Barclay
• Budget carry-over update from staff

Georgina Trails and Active Transportation

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a 2022 Chair and Vice Chair, adopt minutes, and hear from the CAO and Town Clerk. The main substantive item is a report on the Region of York's Draft 2022 Transportation Master Plan Update, which the committee will discuss.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• CAO introduction by Ryan Cronsberry
• Committee administration memo by Town Clerk Rachel Dillabough
• Resolution No. C-2022-0023: Region of York Draft 2022 Transportation Master Plan Update

The Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee elected Councillor Mike Waddington as Chair and Charlene Biggerstaff as Vice-Chair for 2022. The committee received staff updates on 2022 projects, including a potential trail along Dalton Road and a grant application for active transportation funding. No substantive decisions were made beyond the election and receiving reports.

• Elected Mike Waddington as Chair and Charlene Biggerstaff as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Adopted the March 8, 2022 agenda as amended (carried)
• Received CAO introduction, committee administration memo, and staff update (carried)
• Received Region of York Draft 2022 Transportation Master Plan update (carried)

Keswick Cemetery Board

The Keswick Cemetery Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and minutes from November 2021 and February 2022, hearing from the CAO and Town Clerk, and receiving updates on the cemetery contingency plan, 2022 price list, roles and responsibilities matrix, and progress with images. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from November 8, 2021 and February 7, 2022
• CAO introduction by Ryan Cronsberry
• Committee Administration Memo by Rachel Dillabough
• Update on 2022 Price List
• Update on Cemetery Progress with Images

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt minutes, hear a presentation on ditching along Park Road and regional roads, and receive general information items including an Earth Day proclamation and correspondence about plastic wrap pollution. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation on ditching on Park Road/Regional Roads by Director of Operations and Infrastructure
• Earth Day Proclamation (Resolution No. C-2022-0042)
• MOE correspondence re: plastic wrap pollution (Resolution No. C-2022-0043)
• OMAFRA response re: plastic wrap pollution
• Adoption of January 27, 2022 minutes

The committee adopted its agenda and previous minutes, and received informational reports on committee administration and ditching on Park Road/Regional Roads. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Adopted February 24, 2022 agenda (GAGAC-2022-0009)
• Adopted January 27, 2022 minutes (GAGAC-2022-0010)
• Received Committee Administration Memorandum (GAGAC-2022-0011)
• Received ditching update on Park Road/Regional Roads (GAGAC-2022-0012)
• Received general information items on Earth Day, plastic wrap pollution (GAGAC-2022-0013)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, hear from speakers on Black history and advisory committee operations, and discuss general information items from the province. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Speaker: Dr. Bunmi Oyinsan on 'Black in Canada: Slavery, Segregation, Racism, and Reparation'
• Speaker: Rachel Dillabough on Advisory Committees Memorandum
• Discussion of Anti-Black and Anti-Indigenous Racism Policy and Diversity Plan
• Discussion of Pan-African Flag Festival (flag raising, food, arts, education panel)
• Procedural items: budget use deadline, guest speaker remuneration, 2023 budget reallocation

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three minor variance applications. Staff recommend approval for all three, subject to conditions. The applications involve an attached garage at 98 Metro Road North, an attached garage and deck at 34 Seventh Street, and a deck and addition at 26 Prosser Crescent.

• Minor Variance A43-21: attached garage at 98 Metro Road North, Keswick, with 1.1m front yard setback from future road widening
• Minor Variance A47-21: attached garage and deck at 34 Seventh Street, Pefferlaw, requiring rear yard setback relief
• Minor Variance A49-21: unenclosed deck and addition at 26 Prosser Crescent, Sutton, with rear yard encroachments
• All approvals subject to conditions from Building, Development Engineering, and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority

The February 22, 2022 meeting of the Georgina Committee of Adjustment was adjourned because quorum was not present. No decisions were made on the three minor variance applications listed (A43-21, A47-21, A49-21). The meeting was moved to March 7, 2022 at 7:30 PM.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum
• Meeting rescheduled to March 7, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022, adopt minutes, and hear from the CAO and Town Clerk. They will review a demolition report, discuss property designations (deferred to March), and consider items like the Mossington Wharf and Heritage Registry resolutions, plus the Sibbald Point Boathouse demolition.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022 term
• Demolition Report covering Nov. 9, 2021 – Feb. 8, 2022
• 2022 Properties for Designation (deferred to March)
• Sibbald Point Boathouse demolition discussion
• Mossington Wharf and Heritage Registry resolutions

The Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee appointed Terry Russell as Chair and Deirdre Lawrence as Vice-Chair for 2022. The committee recommended that Council undertake an archaeological assessment of the building footprint at 26071 Park Road when the Sibbald Point boathouse is removed, and place heritage-themed images on the structure's exterior. Other items were received as information, including a demolition report and updates on heritage designations and plaques.

• Appointed Terry Russell as Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• Appointed Deirdre Lawrence as Vice-Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• Adopted February 16, 2022 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 17, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received CAO introduction, advisory committee memo, and Sutton Home Hardware display (carried)
• Received demolition report for Nov. 9, 2021 - Feb. 8, 2022 (carried)
• Received Mossington Wharf and Heritage Registry resolutions (carried)
• Recommended archaeological assessment and heritage images at 26071 Park Road (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several administrative and operational items, including a temporary road closure on River Street for sewer work, approval of the 2021 fiscal year audit plan, and an amendment to the Ontario Water Centre lease. The agenda also includes presentations from community groups and police, plus dispositions from advisory committees. No public meetings or delegations are scheduled.

• Proposed River Street road closure from High Street to North Street, March 1-23, 2022, for sanitary sewer work
• Approval of Audit Plan for 2021 Fiscal Year prepared by BDO Canada LLP
• Lease amendment for Ontario Water Centre extending Parcel C performance criteria deadline to June 26, 2025
• Bylaw 2022-0013 to appoint Devin Dillabough as Chief Building Official
• Dispositions: $250 for Accessibility Business Award, cultural foods flyer, 'Hate Has No Home Here' decals

Council received a presentation from Earthroots on the Pollinator Highways Project and unanimously endorsed the initiative, directing the Mayor's office to provide a letter of endorsement. The endorsement will be forwarded to the Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee and the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee for further discussion. Council also received updates on ATV enforcement and the GEDAC survey results, approving related actions.

• Approved the agenda with an addendum for a missing attachment to Report No. SI-2022-0002.
• Received a presentation on the 2022 Run for Southlake event, encouraging Council participation.
• Directed staff to form a working group on ATV issues, including trespassing, safety, and potential winter ice-fishing exemptions, with an update due in late 2022.
• Endorsed the Pollinator Highways Project and directed the Mayor to send a letter of endorsement.
• Endorsed the GEDAC's cultural foods flyer and 'Hate Has No Home Here' decals, with final decal approval by Council.
• Approved a road closure on River Street from March 1 to March 23, 2022, for sewer work.
• Approved the 2021 Audit Plan as prepared by BDO Canada LLP.
• Approved an amendment to the Ontario Water Centre lease, extending the performance criteria deadline for Parcel C to June 26, 2025.

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe Streets Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes and agenda, hear a clerk's memo on advisory committees, and discuss several transportation items. These include Belhaven pavement markings, the 2022 Draft Regional Transportation Master Plan, and lakefront parking restrictions. The meeting is largely procedural with a few substantive discussion items.

• Belhaven Pavement Markings project charter for Warden Avenue at Belhaven
• 2022 Draft Regional Transportation Master Plan (York Region) presentation and memo
• Lakefront parking restrictions discussion
• Adoption of January 17, 2022 minutes
• Advisory Committees memorandum from Town Clerk Rachel Dillabough

Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with two statutory public meetings under the Planning Act. Council will receive reports on a zoning by-law amendment for 9 Biscayne Blvd and revised applications for an Official Plan Amendment, zoning amendment, and draft plan of subdivision for lands near Dovedale and Woodbine. No decisions are expected on the first item; the second may be approved if no concerns are raised. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Public meeting: ZBA 03.1162 - 9 Biscayne Blvd, Keswick (SB Developments Inc.)
• Public meeting: OPA 01.146, SUB 02.188, ZBA 03.1097 - Dovedale and Woodbine (Sunrise Acquisitions)
• Possible approval of zoning by-law amendment for Blocks 53, 54, 55, Plan 65M-3332
• Possible approval of draft plan of subdivision 19T-17G02
• Confirming by-law 2022-0012

Council received two planning applications. The first, for a zoning amendment at 9 Biscayne Blvd, was deferred for further staff review. The second, a revised Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Bylaw Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision for Blocks 53-55 in Keswick, was approved with a condition requiring 1,500 sq m of commercial space be built before residential units.

• Received SB Developments zoning amendment report for 9 Biscayne Blvd; staff to report back after addressing concerns (carried)
• Approved Official Plan Amendment for Sunrise Acquisitions (Keswick) Inc., Blocks 53-54, with commercial-first condition (carried)
• Approved Zoning Bylaw Amendment for Blocks 53-55, with commercial-first condition (carried)
• Approved Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-17G02 for Blocks 53-54 (carried)
• Adopted Council minutes from December 15, 2021 (carried)
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2022-0012 (carried)

Georgina Trails and Active Transportation

This agenda for the Georgina Trails and Active Transportation meeting on February 8, 2022, contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or specific topics are listed.

Keswick Cemetery Board

The Keswick Cemetery Board is meeting to adopt previous minutes, review cemetery sales and inventory, and consider a proposed 2022 price list. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adoption of minutes from October 4, 2021
• Report on Keswick Cemetery sales and inventory as of January 27, 2022
• Discussion of 2022 price list

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Committee met on February 7, 2022, and approved several grants from the Economic, Culture and Community Betterment program, totaling $15,450. They also received updates on economic development initiatives, including grant applications, the Keswick Business Park, and BIA activities. The meeting included routine items like election of officers and approval of minutes.

• $5,000 grant to Georgina Spring Fling Race and Georgina Marathon & Half-marathon
• $450 grant to Way to Grow 2022 (Lake Simcoe Gardeners)
• $5,000 grant to Music in the Streets (Connors Music)
• $5,000 grant to Georgina Pride Festival (Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture)
• Deferred decision on Military Day grant to March 7 meeting

The Georgina Economic Development Committee approved four grants totaling $15,450 from the Economic, Culture and Community Betterment program, including $5,000 for the Georgina Spring Fling Race and Marathon, $450 for Way to Grow 2022, $5,000 for Music in the Streets, and $5,000 for the Georgina Pride Festival. A grant application for Military Day was deferred to the March 7 meeting for more financial details. The committee also elected Andi Mahony as Chair and received updates on economic development initiatives.

• Approved $5,000 grant to Georgina Spring Fling Race and Marathon (Carried)
• Approved up to $450 grant to Way to Grow 2022 (Carried)
• Deferred Military Day grant application to March 7 meeting (Carried)
• Approved up to $5,000 grant to Music in the Streets (Carried)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Georgina Pride Festival (Carried)
• Elected Andi Mahony as Chair (Carried)
• Deferred election of Vice Chair to next meeting
• Received verbal updates from BIAs, Chamber of Commerce, and others (Carried)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: adopting the agenda and prior minutes, hearing from the CAO and Town Clerk, and receiving an update on Ontario's inclusive communities program. The bulk of the meeting is discussion items, including signage and camera installation updates, planned 2022 park upgrades, budget items, and 2022 initiatives.

• Signage installation update
• Sutton and Keswick camera installations update
• Parks with planned upgrades for 2022
• Projected budget items (Red Shirt Day, AccessAbility Week)
• 2022 initiatives discussion

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and minutes, received updates on signage and camera installations, and deferred several items including projected budget items and 2021 accomplishments. The committee also discussed park upgrades and accessibility initiatives, with staff committing to provide further updates.

• Adopted February 7, 2022 agenda with amendments (GAAC-2022-0013)
• Adopted January 10, 2022 minutes as presented (GAAC-2022-0014)
• Received CAO introduction and Committee Administration Memorandum (GAAC-2022-0015)
• Received item on Ontario Investing in Inclusive and Accessible Communities (GAAC-2022-0016)
• Deferred items 13.4-13.7: Projected Budget Items, 2021 Accomplishments, Jack - Summer Activities at the ROC, Involvement with AccessNow (GAAC-2022-0017)
• Received updates on Signage Installation, Sutton and Keswick Camera Installations, and Parks with Planned Upgrades (GAAC-2022-0018)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and a closed session on a sponsorship program. The most substantive item is a request to award a single-source contract to AECOM Canada Ltd. for landfill monitoring and an updated closure plan, totaling $122,734 (excl. HST). Council will also receive a report on a Council vaccination policy statement and a windrow clearing program update.

• Single-source award to AECOM Canada Ltd. for 5-year landfill monitoring ($115,234 excl. HST) and closure plan update ($7,500 excl. HST)
• Council Vaccination Policy Statement report (HR-2022-0001)
• Windrow Clearing Program Update (to be circulated separately)
• Dispositions on Earth Day 2022 participation, plastic recycling options, and school board representation
• Integrity Commissioner Annual Report briefing

Council approved single-source awards to AECOM Canada Ltd. for landfill monitoring and closure plan updates, totaling $122,734 (excl. HST). They also ended the application period for the pilot windrow snow clearing program, capping participation at the number received by February 2, 2022. A letter of support was approved to maintain Georgina's current school board trustee representation.

• Approved $115,234 landfill monitoring contract to AECOM (5-year term)
• Approved $7,500 closure plan and ECA application to AECOM
• Approved ending windrow snow clearing applications, capping at current number
• Approved letter of support for Georgina school trustee representation (unanimous)
• Proclaimed April 22 as Earth Day 2022
• Received ministry correspondence on plastic pollution, referred to committees

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Monday, January 31, 2022, to consider four minor variance applications. Staff have recommended approval for each, subject to conditions. The meeting will also include adoption of minutes from previous meetings and a communication regarding provincial regulations.

• Minor Variance A13-21: 940 Lake Drive North – permit detached accessory building with 4.33 m front yard (staff recommend approval)
• Minor Variance A46-21: 10 River Way Drive – permit addition with 1.56 m rear yard setback (7 m required)
• Minor Variance A40-21: 7173 Old Homestead Rd – permit fence height extension to 2.74 m (2.0 m permitted)
• Minor Variance A44-21: 27012 Kennedy Rd – permit existing enclosed front porch with 3.81 m front yard setback
• Minutes of Nov 8, Nov 22, and Dec 6, 2021 meetings to be adopted

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment approved all four minor variance applications on the agenda, each with conditions. The applications were for properties at 940 Lake Drive North, 10 River Way Drive, 7173 Old Homestead Rd, and 27012 Kennedy Rd. The committee also noted the resignation of member Stephen Pallett and deferred approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minor variance A13-21 for 940 Lake Drive North to allow a detached accessory building with 4.33m front yard (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A46-21 for 10 River Way Drive to permit an addition with 1.56m rear yard setback (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A40-21 for 7173 Old Homestead Rd to allow fence height extension to 2.74m (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A44-21 for 27012 Kennedy Rd to permit existing front porch with 3.81m setback (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of minutes from Nov 8, Nov 22, and Dec 6, 2021 meetings to next meeting
• Noted resignation of Stephen Pallett; election for new Chair to be added to next agenda

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and receive an introduction from the CAO. The committee will also review several information items, including updates on plastic wrap, a proposed aerodrome, bobolink conservation, and a provincial initiative on local food. No decisions on these items are listed on the agenda.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022 term
• Adoption of November 25, 2021 minutes
• CAO introduction by Ryan Cronsberry
• Information item: Plastic Wrap Letter Update
• Information item: Proposed aerodrome submission package

The committee elected Brad Smockum as Chair and Kevin Hutchings as Vice-Chair for 2022, and adopted the agenda and previous minutes. It received updates on plastic wrap correspondence, an aerodrome submission, bobolink conservation, and a provincial food initiative. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

• Appointed Brad Smockum as Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• Appointed Kevin Hutchings as Vice-Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• Adopted January 27, 2022 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 25, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received CAO introduction by Ryan Cronsberry (carried)
• Received general information items including plastic wrap letter update, aerodrome submission, bobolink conservation, and Made-in-Ontario food initiative (carried)
• Received proposed 2022 schedule (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council will consider awarding two contracts: one for janitorial services to C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. for $568,749.84 and another to DLGL Technologies Corporation for $560,000 for a new HRIS/payroll system. They will also vote on extending COVID-19 grant and patio programs through 2022, and hear a presentation on the Region of York's draft Transportation Master Plan. Several by-laws are on the agenda, including one to amend parking regulations and another to adjust fees and charges.

• Award janitorial contract to C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. for $568,749.84
• Award HRIS/payroll SaaS contract to DLGL Technologies Corporation for $560,000
• Extend COVID-19 grant programs and Temporary Patio Program until Dec 31, 2022
• Bylaw 2022-0006 amends parking regulations on private property (adds Rebecca Hart)
• Bylaw 2022-0007 amends fees and charges schedule

Council approved two major contracts: a three-year janitorial services agreement with C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. for $568,749.84 (taxes excluded), and a $560,000 contract with DLGL Technologies Corporation for a new HRIS, payroll, and time & attendance system. Council also extended COVID-19 grant and patio programs through December 31, 2022, and adopted several by-laws, including fee amendments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $568,749.84 janitorial services contract with C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. (carried)
• Approved $560,000 HRIS/payroll SaaS contract with DLGL Technologies Corporation (carried)
• Extended COVID-19 grant and temporary patio programs until Dec 31, 2022 (carried)
• Adopted by-law 2022-0007 amending fees, including sewer lateral inspection fee reduced from $650 to $250 (carried)
• Adopted by-laws 2022-0006, 2022-0008, 2022-0009, and 2022-0010 (carried)
• Received Region of York transportation master plan presentation and referred to advisory committees (carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and previous minutes, hear a presentation from York Region on integration, and discuss proposed 2022 initiatives and meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation on Integration in Georgina by Regional Municipality of York, Human Services Strategy and Partnerships Branch
• Discussion of 2022 Proposed GEDAC Initiatives
• Discussion of 2022 Proposed Meeting Schedule
• Information items on Quebec's Bill 21, Ontario substance abuse program, and women in post-COVID economy

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved a motion to purchase and distribute 'Hate Has No Home Here' decals using its advertising budget, pending Council endorsement. The committee also requested that survey results be presented to Council via staff report, along with proposed 2022 initiatives. Other business included planning for a Pan-African Festival, discussing Pride Parade participation, and scheduling educational speakers.

• Approved purchase and distribution of 'Hate Has No Home Here' decals (carried)
• Requested survey results be presented to Council with proposed 2022 initiatives (carried)
• Adopted January 25, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Adopted November 23, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Received general information items (carried)
• Received 2022 proposed meeting schedule (carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to hear presentations from the CAO and the Director of Strategic Initiatives on the Climate Change Action Plan, and to discuss a paper on the environmental effects of road building. The committee will also consider a bag tag exemption, an Agricultural Advisory Committee resolution, and its 2022 meeting schedule.

• Presentation: Climate Change Action Plan by Shawn Nastke, Director, Strategic Initiatives
• Discussion item: 'Why building more roads has environmental effects and won't ease gridlock in the long run'
• Other business: Bag Tag Exemption (M. Payne)
• Other business: Agricultural Advisory Committee Resolution (Aerodrome Resolution)
• Other business: 2022 GEAC Schedule

The committee elected Councillor Dave Neeson as Chair and Neil Comer as Vice-Chair for 2022, and adopted the agenda and previous minutes. Members received updates on the Climate Change Action Plan and discussed the Bradford Bypass, road salt use, and bag tag exemptions, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Councillor Dave Neeson appointed Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• Neil Comer appointed Vice-Chair for 2022 term (carried)
• January 24, 2022 agenda adopted with election item added (carried)
• November 29, 2021 minutes adopted as presented (carried)
• CAO introduction and Climate Change Action Plan received (carried)
• General information item on road building and gridlock received (carried)
• Other business items on bag tag exemption, agricultural resolution, and 2022 schedule received (carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several development-related items, including approving architectural design guidelines for a subdivision, exempting lots from part lot control, and deeming a property not to be part of a registered plan of subdivision. The agenda also includes a quarterly update on recreational cannabis retail stores. Most other agenda items are procedural or have no items listed.

• Approve Architectural Design Guidelines for draft plan of subdivision 19T-15G02 (Circle Ridge, 12-18 Circle Ridge Drive, Keswick)
• Approve part lot control exemption for 44-58 Kingknoll Crescent, Keswick (Greystone Homes Inc.)
• Approve deeming by-law for 183 Lake Drive East (Lot 17 and Part Lot 16, Plan 141)
• Pass By-law 2022-0003 (part lot control exemption) and By-law 2022-0004 (deeming)
• Receive Q4 2021 update on recreational cannabis retail stores

Council approved architectural design guidelines for a subdivision at Circle Ridge Drive, a part lot control exemption for Kingknoll Crescent, and a deeming by-law for a property on Lake Drive East. All items were carried unanimously. Council also received a quarterly update on recreational cannabis retail stores.

• Approved architectural design guidelines for draft plan 19T-15G02 (Circle Ridge Drive, Keswick)
• Approved part lot control exemption for 44-58 Kingknoll Crescent, Keswick (Greystone Homes Inc.)
• Approved deeming by-law for 183 Lake Drive East (Lot 17 and Part Lot 16, Plan 141)
• Received quarterly update on recreational cannabis retail stores

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe Streets Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair for 2022, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and discuss several road safety topics. The agenda includes general information items and other business on road salt/sand changes, pavement markings for school zones, studies planned for 2022, and major road construction. No formal decisions are listed beyond the elections and adoption of minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022 term
• Discussion of road salt/sand changes for this season
• Discussion of pavement markings for school zones
• Discussion of studies planned for 2022
• Discussion of major road construction

The Georgina Safe Streets Advisory Committee elected Councillor Mike Waddington as Chair and Patrick Devine as Vice-Chair for 2022. Members discussed expanding the road salt/sand pilot, school zone pavement markings, planned traffic studies, and major road construction. They received these items as information, and Patrick Devine raised concerns about lakefront parking restrictions and snow fencing. No substantive decisions were made beyond the elections and receiving information.

• Appointed Councillor Mike Waddington as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Patrick Devine as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Adopted January 17, 2022 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 15, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received items on road salt/sand changes, school zone markings, 2022 studies, and major road construction (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding a three-year contract for bulk sodium chloride (winter road salt) to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. at an estimated annual value of $339,622, with possible extensions. They will also review a windrow snow clearing program policy and receive several advisory committee dispositions, including heritage and agricultural items. The meeting includes a presentation on a new Community Safety Data Portal by York Regional Police and a motion to update the land acknowledgement.

• Award contract CRFT-2021-01 for bulk sodium chloride to Compass Minerals Canada Corp., $339,622/year for 3 years with 2 optional 1-year extensions
• Approve Windrow Snow Clearing Program Policy and eligibility criteria
• Heritage Advisory Committee recommends restoring Mossington Wharf and adding properties to Heritage Registry
• Agricultural Advisory Committee opposes proposed aerodrome on Old Homestead Road
• Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation seeks letters of support for additions to Reserve at 12 Lyall Lane and 78 Hadden Road

Council approved a three-year contract with Compass Minerals Canada Corp. for bulk sodium chloride (winter road salt) at an estimated annual value of $339,622, with two optional one-year extensions. They also approved a Windrow Snow Clearing Program policy for eligible seniors and persons with disabilities, and referred a Heritage Registry recommendation back to staff for further report. Several other items were received or supported, including a new land acknowledgement wording and support for Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation land additions.

• Approved 3-year winter road salt contract with Compass Minerals Canada Corp., $339,622/year (carried)
• Approved Windrow Snow Clearing Program Policy with eligibility criteria (carried)
• Referred Heritage Registry property additions back to staff for report in Q2 2022 (carried)
• Approved new Land Acknowledgement wording (carried unanimously)
• Supported Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation Additions to Reserve for 12 Lyall Lane and 78 Hadden Road (carried)
• Reconfirmed resolution on Bradford Bypass requesting conservation authority review (carried unanimously)
• Received York Regional Police Community Safety Data Portal presentation (carried)
• Appointed Mayor Quirk to Health Georgina Board (carried)

Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee

The Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and discuss 2022 waterways initiatives and related issues. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific reports or decisions listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of November 16, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of 2022 Waterways Initiatives
• Discussion of Waterways-Related Issues

The Georgina Waterways Advisory Committee held its first meeting of 2022, electing Councillor Frank Sebo as Chair and David Goldstein as Vice-Chair. The committee adopted the agenda and previous minutes, and received presentations on staffing changes and a report on Mossington Wharf. No substantive decisions were made beyond the elections and routine approvals.

• Appointed Councillor Frank Sebo as Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Appointed David Goldstein as Vice-Chair for 2022 (carried)
• Adopted January 11, 2022 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 16, 2021 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received presentations on staffing changes and Councillor Fellini joining GWAC (carried)
• Received 2022 Waterways Initiatives and Waterways-Related Issues as information (carried)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair, adopt minutes, and hear a presentation from the Director of Community Services about a beach wheelchair. Members will also discuss the committee budget for a Chamber of Commerce award, 2022 initiatives, and the meeting schedule. Several informational items from the province about accessibility programs are included for review.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation on Beach Wheelchair by Dan Buttineau, Director, Community Services
• Discussion of GAAC Budget for Chamber of Commerce Award
• 2022 Committee Initiatives Discussion
• 2022 Meeting Schedule

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee held its first meeting of 2022, electing Cindy Clarke as Chair and Laurie Carriere-Pangman as Vice-Chair. The committee approved the agenda, adopted the December 6, 2021 minutes, and received a presentation on a beach wheelchair initiative, referring it to the Director of Community Services. It also set aside $250 for an annual Accessibility Business Award with the Chamber of Commerce and approved the 2022 meeting schedule with an added March meeting.

• Appointed Cindy Clarke as 2022 Chair (carried)
• Appointed Laurie Carriere-Pangman as 2022 Vice-Chair (carried)
• Adopted January 10, 2022 agenda (carried)
• Adopted December 6, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Referred beach wheelchair storyboard and questions to Director of Community Services (carried)
• Referred Ontario employment supports info to Shawn Nastke and GTTI (carried)
• Set aside $250 for annual Accessibility Business Award with Chamber of Commerce (carried)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule with added March meeting (carried)