Georgina public meetings in 2024

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will adopt the November 21, 2024 minutes and review the November 2024 financial statement. Board members will receive updates on the branch report, work plan, media scan, and verbal communications from the CEO and Board Chair. New business includes discussion of the GPL Strategic Plan Goals Draft Report and the 2023 Year‑in‑Review document. No petitions, delegations, or other business are scheduled.

• Adopt minutes from November 21, 2024
• Review November 2024 financial statement
• Discuss GPL Strategic Plan Goals Draft Report
• Review 2023 Year‑in‑Review document
• CEO (J. Moncada) and Board Chair (B. Sabatini) updates

The Georgina Public Library Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions beyond adopting the 2023 Year in Review document. All agenda items, including the consent agenda and verbal communications, were accepted as presented. The 2025 budget was noted as passed by Council on December 3, with funding for Family Day opening and programming laptops.

• Adopted 2023 Year in Review document (carried)
• Approved December 19, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted November 21, 2024 minutes as circulated (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda items: Branch Report, Work Plan Update, Financial Statement November 2024, Media Scan (carried)
• Accepted verbal communications from CEO, Board Chair, Friends of the Library, and OLS Board Assembly (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22pm (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Special Council will consider an application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for a property at 66 Edith Street in Jackson's Point. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on December 11, 2024, at the Town of Georgina Civic Centre.

• Zoning Bylaw amendment for 66 Edith Street (File #03.1184)
• Motion to move into Closed Session regarding Federal Grant Update
• Bylaw 2024-0079 confirming proceedings of Special Council

Council approved the revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment for Orchidtrail Phase 2 at 24996 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick, including reserving 659.86 persons equivalent of servicing allocation. Council also approved changes to the servicing allocation program, redistributing 776.62 p.e. from the Requested phase to Reserved for Ballymore and Orchidtrail projects. Two public meetings were held for zoning and subdivision applications (66 Edith Street and 235 Catering Road), with staff to report further. The meeting included a closed session on a federal grant update and GPFF bargaining, with staff directed to proceed accordingly.

• Approved Orchidtrail Phase 2 draft plan and zoning bylaw amendment (carried)
• Reserved 659.86 p.e. servicing allocation for Orchidtrail Phase 2 (carried)
• Approved servicing allocation program changes, including 'use it or lose it' enforcement (carried unanimously)
• Redistributed 776.62 p.e. from Requested to Reserved for Ballymore and Orchidtrail (carried unanimously)
• Received reports for 66 Edith Street and 235 Catering Road public meetings, staff to report further (carried)
• Directed staff on federal grant update from closed session (carried)
• Directed staff on GPFF bargaining from closed session (carried)
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2024-0079 (carried)

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet virtually to review minutes from November 5, 2024, and discuss Ontario Building Code changes affecting agricultural structures.

• Approval of November 5, 2024 minutes
• Overview of Ontario Building Code changes
• Discussion on roadside ditch maintenance
• Discussion on roadside dumping prevention
• Discussion on municipal drains

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet virtually on December 10, 2024. The meeting includes a presentation by Tim Higgins, AODA Compliance Officer, on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and a presentation by Tanya Mina, Web Content Specialist, on making electronic documents and emails more accessible. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting.

• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan – presentation by Tim Higgins, AODA Compliance Officer
• Accessible Documents and Emails – presentation by Tanya Mina, Web Content Specialist
• Adoption of minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee received an update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, presented by AODA Compliance Advisor Tim Higgins, and a presentation on accessible documents and emails by Web Content Specialist Tanya Mina. No substantive decisions were made; the committee approved the agenda, adopted the previous minutes, and received the two presentations.

• Approved December 10, 2024 agenda (GAAC2024-0053)
• Adopted November 5, 2024 minutes (GAAC2024-0054)
• Received Multi-Year Accessibility Plan update (GAAC2024-0055)
• Received accessible documents and emails presentation (GAAC2024-0056)
• Adjourned at 10:00 am (GAAC2024-0057)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items, motions, or reports.

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The meeting of the Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee on December 3, 2024 does not list any specific agenda items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are identified in the provided agenda.

Special Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina is holding a Special Council meeting to review and deliberate the 2025 Budget. Council previously received the proposed budget report (DCAO-2024-0016) on November 6, 2024.

• 2025 Budget Review and Deliberations
• Adoption of November 6 and November 13, 2024 Council Minutes
• Bylaw Number 2024-0078 to confirm proceedings of the Special Council

Council ended the 30-day budget amendment period and approved the 2025 proposed budget of $142,721,685, which includes a 4.99% total tax levy increase (2.99% operating + 2% capital). For an average home valued at $452,000, this means an additional $135 per year. Council also received delegations and a petition opposing South Drive becoming a through-way street, and approved the Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1 construction business case.

• Ended 30-day budget amendment period (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget of $142,721,685 with 4.99% tax levy increase
• Approved Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1 construction ($400,000)
• Received petition against South Drive as through-way street
• Received delegation from Dan Pollard on South Drive safety concerns
• Received delegation from Gordon Davies on De La Salle Blvd emergency access
• Adopted minutes of November 6 and 13, 2024
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2024-0078

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will receive staff reports on a consent application for an approximate 1‑metre driveway easement over servient lands at 23596 Woodbine Avenue. It will also consider three minor variance applications: A28‑24 at 837 Trivetts Lane, A29‑24 at 43 The Queensway North, and A18‑24 at 253 & 253B The Queensway South. Staff recommend approval of each item, subject to conditions, if no public or Committee concerns are raised.

• Consent Application B14‑24: easement over servient lands at 23596 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick
• Minor Variance A28‑24: rear yard setback, lot coverage, building height, and driveway width at 837 Trivetts Lane
• Minor Variance A29‑24: accessory pergola and shed in front yard, and 2.4‑m fence at 43 The Queensway North
• Minor Variance A18‑24: reduction of required parking spaces, day‑use marina slips, and restaurant GFA limit at 253 & 253B The Queensway South

The Committee of Adjustment deferred two applications (A28-24 and A29-24) to the January 20, 2025 meeting because notices may not have reached residents before the Canada Post strike. It approved a consent application for a driveway easement at 23596 Woodbine Avenue and a minor variance for parking relief at 253 and 253B The Queensway South. Minutes from five previous meetings were adopted.

• Deferred applications A28-24 and A29-24 to January 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved consent application B14-24 for a 1-metre driveway easement at 23596 Woodbine Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A18-24 to reduce parking requirement from 144 to 116 spaces at 253 and 253B The Queensway South (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from June 3, June 17, July 29, August 26, and November 18, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will review two appeals to overturn Dangerous Dog Orders issued for the dogs named Bear and Jenna. Both owners are requesting the orders be lifted and have submitted statements, veterinary bills, injury documentation, and related paperwork. The committee will discuss the merits of each appeal during the virtual meeting.

• Appeal 24-0676 for dog Bear – request to overturn Dangerous Dog Order
• Appeal 24-0676 for dog Jenna – request to overturn Dangerous Dog Order
• Owner Maria Mancusa and Roman Masek (Bear) at 23 Manniku Road, Udora
• Owner Catrina Munnik (Jenna) at 23 Manniku Road, Udora
• Attachments include vet bills, injury healing documents, liability policy wording, and fencing invoices

The Appeals Committee heard a combined appeal from two owners at 23 Manniku Road, Udora, against Dangerous Dog Orders issued for their dogs 'Bear' and 'Jenna' following a single incident. After hearing testimony from the owners and the declarant, Jackie Parker, and reviewing evidence including a video and photos, the committee voted to uphold both orders in their entirety. The meeting was procedural and included a motion to waive rules to keep the declarant's address off the record.

• Combined two appeals (24-0676 for 'Bear' and 'Jenna') into one hearing (carried)
• Waived rules of procedure to keep declarant Jackie Parker's address off the record (carried)
• Upheld Dangerous Dog Orders for 'Bear' and 'Jenna' in their entirety (carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on November 26, 2024. The agenda includes items for discussion, though the specific details and outcomes are not provided in the source text.

• Meeting of the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee
• Scheduled for November 26, 2024

Georgina Public Library Board

The board will consider adopting a Flexible Work Arrangements policy. It will also set the dates for the 2025 board meetings, the December 2024 meeting, and the 2025 OLA SuperConference. Motions will be made to enter and exit a closed‑session portion of the meeting.

• Policy Review: Flexible Work Arrangements Policy Adoption
• 2025 Board Meeting Dates
• December Board Meeting (2024)
• 2025 OLA SuperConference
• Closed Session motions

The Board approved a new Flexible Work Arrangement policy and accepted the 2025 meeting schedule. Members also reviewed the October 2024 financial statement and branch reports. The Board moved into a closed session to discuss self-evaluation results and previous minutes.

• Adopted Flexible Work Arrangement policy (Carried)
• Accepted 2025 Board Meeting schedule (Carried)
• Changed December 19, 2024 meeting start time to 5:00pm (Carried)
• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including October 2024 Financial Statement (Carried)
• Adopted January 18, 2024 Closed Session minutes (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council is deciding on the 2025 interim property tax levy and allocating grants to local non-profits. The body is also reviewing infrastructure projects and community partnerships, including a food pantry agreement.

• Proposal to set 2025 Interim Tax Levy at 50% of total 2024 taxes payable
• Allocation of $355,250 for 2025 Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, including $140,000 for Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
• Proposed $450,000 total budget for a new backup generator at Georgina Ice Palace
• Recommendation to demolish the existing Civic Centre and redirect $1.52M in Building Faster Fund for affordable housing
• Five-year Memorandum of Understanding renewal with Georgina Community Food Pantry for the Community Fridge

Council approved the 2025 Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, allocating $355,250 to eight organizations, including $140,000 to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture. Council also approved the 2025 Interim Property Tax Levy at 50% of 2024 taxes, with installments due February 25 and April 25, 2025. The Lake Drive Improvement Project Phase 1 update was received, with funding to be considered in the 2025 budget. A request to replace the Sutton Cenotaph was referred to 2025 budget discussions.

• Approved $355,250 in 2025 non-profit grants (C-2024-0358 to C-2024-0360)
• Approved 2025 Interim Property Tax Levy at 50% of 2024 taxes (C-2024-0355)
• Received Lake Drive Improvement Project Phase 1 update; funding deferred to 2025 budget (C-2024-0356)
• Referred Sutton Cenotaph replacement request to 2025 budget discussions (C-2024-0347)
• Approved $450,000 for new Georgina Ice Palace backup generator (C-2024-0362)
• Approved demolition of existing Civic Centre; redirected $1.52M Building Faster Fund (C-2024-0363)
• Approved five-year MOU with Georgina Community Food Pantry for Community Fridge (C-2024-0350)
• Approved zoning bylaw amendments for 23625 McCowan Road (Bylaws 500-2024-0011, 600-2024-0001)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will review the Safe Streets Monitoring Program that proposes using automated speed‑enforcement (ASE) cameras, and consider an update to the Safe Streets Policy. Operations and Infrastructure staff will answer questions on Council Report OI‑2024‑0014 and Council Report OI‑2024‑0016. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and approval of the agenda.

• Review of Council Report OI‑2024‑0014 – Safe Streets Monitoring Program, Automated Speed Enforcement implementation
• Review of Council Report OI‑2024‑0016 – Update to Safe Streets Policy
• Presentation of the 2025 Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review Consent Application B13‑24 to sever and convey land at 306 Glenwoods Avenue, Keswick. It will also consider Minor Variance Application A27‑24 for the same property, which seeks reduced front and rear yard setbacks, higher lot coverage, and increased accessory‑structure coverage. A deferral request for Minor Variance A20‑24 at 32 Snooks Road will be heard. The agenda also includes standard items such as roll call, declaration of pecuniary interest, and review of previous meeting minutes.

• Deferral of Minor Variance A20‑24 – 32 Snooks Road (Deferral Memo attached)
• Consent Application B13‑24 – sever and convey Severed Lands at 306 Glenwoods Avenue
• Minor Variance Application A27‑24 – relief from front yard setback, rear yard setback, lot coverage, and accessory‑structure coverage at 306 Glenwoods Avenue
• Conditions for approval requiring submissions to the Secretary‑Treasurer (water supply, sewage capacity, civic address, survey plans, etc.)
• Review of previous meeting minutes (November 4, 2024 and February 21, 2024)

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application B13-24 and Minor Variance Application A27-24 for 306 Glenwoods Avenue, allowing the severance of land and construction of a single detached dwelling with reduced setbacks and increased lot coverage. The approval is subject to conditions including water/sewage capacity confirmation and a 20-day appeal period. A deferral was granted for Minor Variance A20-24 at 32 Snooks Road due to a pecuniary interest declared by a member.

• Approved Consent B13-24 for 306 Glenwoods Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A27-24 for 306 Glenwoods Ave (unanimous)
• Deferred Minor Variance A20-24 at 32 Snooks Rd (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Jan 22, Feb 21, Mar 4, Mar 18, Nov 4, 2024 (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will review an application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 and 600 for 23725 McCowan Road, proposing a temporary use allowing three single‑detached dwellings for up to three years. The Council will also consider Zoning By-law Amendment Bylaw 500‑2024‑0010 for 252 Pefferlaw Road, involving Lots 22 and 23, Concession 5 (G) and the owners 2614702 Ontario Inc, Trevor Comeau and Tracey Davis. These items are presented alongside routine agenda approvals, reports and procedural motions.

• Application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 and 600 for 23725 McCowan Road – temporary use of three single‑detached dwellings for up to three years
• Zoning By-law Amendment Bylaw 500‑2024‑0010 for 252 Pefferlaw Road – amendment of Zoning By-law 500 affecting Lots 22 and 23, Concession 5 (G)
• Adoption of agenda and minutes
• Public meeting under the Planning Act
• Confirmation of Council proceedings by Bylaw 2024‑0073 (COU‑2)

Council approved a temporary use bylaw allowing Carlo Dimambro and Melissa Morton to occupy their existing dwelling at 23725 McCowan Road while constructing a new home, permitting up to three single detached dwellings on the property for three years. The decision includes an agreement with the Town to ensure removal of the temporary dwelling and posting of securities. Council also received a briefing note and passed a zoning bylaw amendment for 252 Pefferlaw Road, confirming floodplain and environmental considerations were satisfied.

• Approved temporary use bylaw for 23725 McCowan Road (C-2024-0342)
• Approved zoning bylaw amendment for 252 Pefferlaw Road (Bylaw 500-2024-0010)
• Received briefing note on 252 Pefferlaw Road floodplain/environmental considerations (C-2024-0341)
• Adopted agenda (C-2024-0340)
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2024-0073

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet on November 12, 2024, to hear a presentation on the York Region 2024‑2027 Agriculture and Agri‑Food Sector Strategy. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and adoption of minutes, as well as economic development updates and verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for information sharing and discussion.

• York Region 2024‑2027 Agriculture and Agri‑Food Sector Strategy presentation
• Economic Development Updates
• Verbal update – Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update – South Lake Community Futures
• General Information Items

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee met on November 12, 2024, and received a presentation on York Region's 2024-2027 Agriculture and Agri-Food Sector Strategy. The committee also heard updates on economic development initiatives, downtown revitalization, and the Chamber of Commerce. No substantive decisions were made; the only formal actions were approving the agenda and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved agenda (GEDC2024-0038)
• Adopted October 10, 2024 minutes (GEDC2024-0039)
• Received Economic Development Updates report (GEDC2024-0040)
• Received Chamber of Commerce verbal update (GEDC2024-0041)
• Adjourned meeting (GEDC2024-0042)

Council Meeting

The council will consider a report recommending the addition of twenty‑one bylaws to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System. It will also receive a report approving Dina’s Cuzina to operate the ROC cafeteria for the 2024‑2025 winter season. A separate report will present the town’s proposed budget for 2025.

• Approval of 21 bylaws to expand the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (Bylaw 2024‑0071)
• Approval of the ROC cafeteria winter‑operation contract with Dina’s Cuzina (2024‑2025)
• Release of the 2025 Proposed Budget (Report DCAO‑2024‑0016)
• Adoption of additional bylaws added to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (Report LS‑2024‑0018)
• Motion to move into Closed Session for discussion of a proposed land acquisition in Sutton

Council received the 2025 proposed budget, which includes a 4.99% total tax levy increase (2.99% operating plus 2% capital infrastructure levy). The average single-family home would see a $135 annual increase. Council also approved adding 21 bylaws to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System and selected Dina's Cuzina to operate the ROC cafeteria for the winter.

• Received 2025 proposed budget of $142.7M with 4.99% tax levy increase
• Approved adding 21 bylaws to Administrative Monetary Penalty System (C-2024-0335)
• Approved Dina's Cuzina to operate ROC cafeteria for 2024-2025 winter (C-2024-0334)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0071 expanding Administrative Penalty System application
• Directed staff to proceed on Sutton land matter from closed session (C-2024-0339)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0072 confirming council proceedings

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and accessibility improvements at two parks. The body will also discuss goals for the 2025 work planning session.

• Accessibility improvement updates for West Park Playground
• Accessibility improvement updates for Udora Park Playground
• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan from AODA Compliance Officer
• Endorsement of 2022 Committee Accomplishments document for Council
• Review of 2025 Committee Meeting Schedule

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee approved its November 5, 2024 agenda and October 1, 2024 minutes, received updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and accessibility improvements at West Park and Udora Park playgrounds, and endorsed the 2025 meeting schedule and work planning session discussions. The committee also received a disposition item surrounding the endorsement of AODA enhancements at town parks and voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved November 5, 2024 Agenda as amended (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0044)
• Approved Minutes of the October 1, 2024 Meeting as presented (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0045)
• Received update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan presented by Tim Higgins (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0046)
• Received verbal report on West Park Playground presented by Bob Ferguson (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0047)
• Received verbal report on Udora Park Playground presented by Bob Ferguson (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0048)
• Approved 2025 Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee Schedule as amended (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0049)
• Received and endorsed discussion regarding the 2025 Work Planning Session (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0050)
• Received Disposition Item Surrounding Endorsement of AODA (RESOLUTION NO. GAAC2024-0051)

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review a livestock kill report and the York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy. The committee will also discuss goals for the upcoming year during a 2025 work planning session.

• Livestock Kill Report 2024
• 2025 Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule
• 2025 Work Planning Session to discuss annual goals
• York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy Executive Summary

Georgina's Agricultural Advisory Committee met on November 5, 2024 and approved its agenda and the October 1, 2024 minutes. It received a staff report of 3 livestock kills for the 2024 calendar year, adopted its 2025 meeting schedule, and received the York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy. The committee also passed a resolution requesting Council to direct staff to investigate holding a 2025 grain bin safety information session at a Town facility, hosted by Tim McRae, and agreed to invite Building Division staff to a future meeting on Ontario Building Code changes affecting agricultural structures.

• Approved the November 5, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Approved the October 1, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Received the Livestock Kill Report, 3 kills for 2024 (carried)
• Adopted the 2025 committee meeting schedule (carried)
• Requested Council direct staff to investigate a 2025 grain bin safety session at a Town facility, hosted by Tim McRae (carried)
• Received the York Region Agri-Food Sector Strategy (carried)
• Agreed to have Building Division staff attend a future meeting on Ontario Building Code changes affecting agricultural structures
• Adjourned at 7:27pm (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. Application A24-24 seeks relief to build an accessory structure in the front yard and to reduce required setbacks at 38 Klimek Boulevard. Application A18-24 seeks relief for reduced parking requirements, narrower planting strips, and narrower drive aisles at 253 and 253B The Queensway South, with conditions for marina boat slips and LSRCA approval. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and next‑meeting scheduling.

• Minor variance A24-24 – 38 Klimek Blvd: allow front‑yard accessory structure and reduce front‑yard setback from 2.0 m to 1.7 m; legalize rear shed setback of 0.7 m and interior side‑yard shed setback of 0.6 m.
• Minor variance A18-24 – 253 & 253B The Queensway South: reduce required parking from 144 to 116 spaces; allow planting strip width of 2.5 m (instead of 3.0 m); permit drive aisle width of 6 m (instead of 7 m).
• Condition for A18-24: marina use limited to 10 seasonal rental boat slips and 53 day‑use slips, with written confirmation from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority within two years.
• Procedural items: roll call, introduction of addendum items, declaration of pecuniary interest, explanation of hearing procedure, requests for deferral or withdrawal.
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024.

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications: A24-24 for 38 Klimek Boulevard and A18-24 for 253/253B The Queensway South, with conditions. A request to reduce parking spaces from 144 to 116 at the Queensway property was deferred. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other applications or communications.

• Approved minor variance A24-24 at 38 Klimek Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A18-24 at 253/253B The Queensway South (unanimous)
• Deferred parking variance (116 spaces vs. 144 required) at 253/253B The Queensway South
• Adopted October 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is meeting to discuss a land strategy framework and hear presentations on broadband and housing. The body will consider funding for land management and a motion to waive certain application fees for unserviced lots.

• Proposed $110,000 from the Land Acquisition Reserve for the Land Invest-Divest Strategy and Framework
• Proposed demolition of the existing structure at Virginia Hall
• Motion to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan
• Delegation from Keswick Taxi requesting a bylaw amendment for free veteran rides on November 11th
• Presentation on dark fibre construction by YorkNet and broadband updates from Bell Canada

Council approved a new land invest-divest strategy and framework, including $110,000 in funding. They also endorsed accessibility improvements for town parks and authorized a temporary waiver of planning application fees for accessory dwelling units in the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan area. Additionally, Council granted temporary relief from taxicab fares for war veterans on Remembrance Day.

• Approved $110,000 for land strategy implementation (7-0)
• Endorsed AODA accessibility improvements for town parks
• Waived planning fees for 5 accessory units in Pefferlaw (7-0)
• Approved temporary taxi fare relief for veterans on Nov 11
• Directed staff to advance Virginia Hall divestiture
• Authorized staff to seek EOI for Elmgrove Hall future use
• Directed staff to proceed with land donation matters

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will adopt September meeting minutes and discuss goals for 2025. The group will also hear from the Georgina Pride Optimist Club and York Region regarding newcomer initiatives.

• Adoption of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Georgina Pride Optimist Club
• Presentation by York Region on Newcomer Celebration
• Update on Community Cultural Event planning
• Discussion of 2025 committee goals and initiatives

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its 2025 meeting schedule and received updates from the Georgina Pride Optimist Club and York Region's Newcomer Inclusion Plan. The committee also discussed plans for a community cultural event and other 2025 initiatives, but no major decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved October 30, 2024 agenda (GEDAC2024-0052)
• Adopted September 24, 2024 minutes (GEDAC2024-0053)
• Received Georgina Pride Optimist Club discussion (GEDAC2024-0054)
• Received York Region Newcomer Inclusion Plan presentation (GEDAC2024-0055)
• Received Community Cultural Event update (GEDAC2024-0056)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (GEDAC2024-0057)
• Adjourned at 8:12 pm (GEDAC2024-0058)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will consider two appeals of Dangerous Dog Orders. One appeal concerns the dog "Coco" owned by Armando Di Martino at 3 Millennium Way, Keswick. The other concerns the dog "Winston" owned by Andrew Skibinsky at 143 Cook's Bay Drive, Keswick. The committee will review the submitted statements, licensing documents, and injury records before deciding on each appeal.

• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-0208 for dog Coco – owner Armando Di Martino, 3 Millennium Way, Keswick
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-1430 for dog Winston – owner Andrew Skibinsky, 143 Cook's Bay Drive, Keswick

The committee upheld the dangerous dog order for Coco, owned by Armando Di Martino, with a 45-day extension to comply. It also upheld the order for Winston, owned by Andrew Skibinsky, as neither party appeared. Both decisions were carried unanimously.

• Upheld dangerous dog order for Coco (appeal 24-0208) with 45-day extension (carried)
• Upheld dangerous dog order for Winston (appeal 24-1430) in absentia (carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee will hear Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 23-2813, a request by Mike and Juli Boehmker to overturn a Dangerous Dog Order issued for their dog "Charlie". The committee will consider statements from the owners and several community members, as well as supporting documents such as the original order, injury reports, and a veterinary bill. Procedural items include adoption of the agenda and adoption of minutes from previous meetings.

• Review of Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 23-2813 for dog "Charlie"
• Owner statements (Mike & Juli Boehmker) and community statements (Mia Lou, Moy Ung, Kenan Ung, Sorena Lou)
• Examination of the original Dangerous Dog Order for 116 Church Street
• Consideration of injury documentation (Coco's Injuries) and veterinary bill
• Adoption of agenda and adoption of minutes from September meetings

The Appeals Committee reviewed a request to remove a Dangerous Dog Order for a dog named Charlie. The committee upheld the order but downgraded the dog's designation and removed specific signage and fencing requirements.

• Upheld Aggressive/Dangerous dog appeal #23-2813 with amendments: changed designation from 'Dangerous' to 'Aggressive', waived 'Beware of Dog' sign requirement, and allowed existing fence height
• Adopted minutes from September 16, 25, and 26, 2024

Council Meeting

The council will hold a public meeting to consider an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 20962 Dalton Road in Sutton. It will also consider a report to remove the Holding (H) provision for Ballymore Development properties on Dovedale Drive and Dorothy Caine Crescent in Keswick and to pass a bylaw amendment. A motion will be voted on to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan. Two bylaws will be considered: one to deem certain subdivision plans not registered and another to amend the zoning bylaw for the Ballymore Development sites.

• Application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 20962 Dalton Road, Sutton (file #03.1181) – public meeting under the Planning Act
• Application to remove Holding (H) provision from Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Ballymore Development (Blocks 100 & 101, Dovedale Drive / Dorothy Caine Crescent, Keswick)
• Motion to waive application fees for unserviced lots within the Pefferlaw Secondary Plan
• Bylaw 2024-0068 (PL-1) to deem Lots 32 and 33, Registered Plan 180, 281 Hillcrest Road, not registered Plans of Subdivision
• Bylaw 500-2024-0009 (PL-5) to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Ballymore Development (Keswick) sites

Council approved the removal of a Holding (H) provision from zoning for lands on Dovedale Drive and Dorothy Caine Crescent in Keswick, allowing development to proceed. A public meeting was held for a zoning amendment at 20962 Dalton Road in Sutton, but no decision was made; staff will report further. A notice of motion to waive application fees for accessory units on unserviced lots was read for discussion at the next meeting.

• Approved removal of Holding (H) provision for Ballymore Development lands (C-2024-0316)
• Received report and deferred decision on zoning amendment at 20962 Dalton Road (C-2024-0317)
• Adopted minutes of September 18, 2024 (C-2024-0315)
• Adopted agenda as presented (C-2024-0314)
• Received general information items (C-2024-0318)
• Approved Bylaw 2024-0068 to deem plans not registered (Hillcrest Road)
• Approved Bylaw 500-2024-0009 to amend zoning for Ballymore lands
• Adopted confirming bylaw 2024-0069

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on Oct. 22, 2024. Members will hear a presentation by Stephanie Wolfe on the climate change action plan’s priority risks, greenhouse‑gas inventory, and impacts, and will provide feedback. The agenda also includes the 2025 committee meeting schedule and a briefing note on ideas for 2025 initiatives.

• Presentation: Climate Change Action Plan Priority Risks and Opportunities by Stephanie Wolfe
• 2025 Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee meeting schedule (PDF)
• Briefing note: Summary of ideas for 2025 committee initiatives (PDF)

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee received a presentation on the Climate Change Action Plan priority risks and opportunities, which included climate hazard projections for 2050 and a greenhouse gas inventory. The committee also adopted the 2025 meeting schedule and received a summary of ideas for 2025 initiatives, with an amendment to add an electric vehicle fleet program. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Climate Change Action Plan Priority Risks and Opportunities presentation (carried)
• Adopted 2025 meeting schedule (carried)
• Received Summary of Ideas for 2025 Committee Initiatives as amended (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The agenda document contains no listed items or descriptions. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive agenda content. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda.

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will discuss quarterly reports, a work plan update, and financial statements for September 2024. The board is also set to review board structure bylaws and authorize updates to the bank account signing authority.

• Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Board Structure Bylaws
• Board Self-Evaluation
• Update bank account signing authority to Bobbi Sabatini, Nancy Rodrigues, and Joseph Moncada
• Presentation of Friends of the Library Update

The Georgina Public Library Board approved several administrative items, including an updated bank account signing authority reflecting the new CEO, Joseph Moncada. The board also adopted an amended Board Structure Bylaws Policy, accepted the Board Self-Evaluation Policy and form, and redirected the holiday gathering budget to a staff recognition program. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted Board Structure Bylaws Policy as amended (carried)
• Accepted Board Self-Evaluation Policy and form (carried)
• Updated bank signing authorities to Bobbi Sabatini, Nancy Rodrigues, and Joseph Moncada, requiring two of three signatures (carried)
• Redirected holiday gathering budget to staff recognition program at CEO and Board Chair's discretion (carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted September 19, 2024 minutes as amended (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda including branch report, statistics, work plan, financial statement, and media scan (carried)
• Accepted verbal communications from CEO, Board Chair, and Friends of the Library (carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Safe Streets Monitoring Program that proposes Automated Speed Enforcement cameras, and on an update to the Safe Streets Policy. The committee will also review the 2025 meeting schedule and adopt minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.

• Safe Streets Monitoring Program – Automated Speed Enforcement cameras (Report OI-2024-0014)
• Update to Safe Streets Policy (Report OI-2024-0016)
• 2025 Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet on October 10, 2024 to receive updates on economic development and hear a presentation from a business loan officer. The agenda includes reports from the committee and a verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce, as well as information about the Fall edition of Georgina Matters and Small Business Week. No formal motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Caroline Yang, Business Loan Officer, South Lake Futures
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce
• Georgina Matters – Fall Edition
• Small Business Week information

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee received a presentation from South Lake Futures on its business loans and services, and heard updates on economic development, tourism, and the Chamber of Commerce. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural, with routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and information items.

• Approved agenda (GEDC2024-0032)
• Adopted minutes (GEDC2024-0033)
• Received South Lake Futures presentation (GEDC2024-0034)
• Received economic development and tourism updates (GEDC2024-0035)
• Received general information items (GEDC2024-0036)
• Adjourned (GEDC2024-0037)

Council Meeting

The council approved the Council Remuneration Policy and the accompanying by‑law establishing council pay. It also approved a $1,404,000 budget for the Sutton Arena retrofit, with $1,123,000 funded by a grant and $228,000 as a town cost‑share. Additional approvals included a $50,000 annual grant administration limit, a development agreement to extend Ashwood Avenue, and the 2025 council meeting schedule.

• Adoption of Council Remuneration Policy and Bylaw 2024‑0067
• Grant Administration Policy authorizes up to $50,000 annually from discretionary reserves
• Sutton Arena Retrofit approved for $1,404,000 (grant $1,123,000, town cost‑share $228,000)
• Extension of Ashwood Avenue approved with development agreement for Lots 96‑101, Plan 302
• Approval of 2025 Council meeting schedule

Council approved the Council Remuneration Policy and authorized the CAO to implement it, with a recorded vote of 6 to 1. Council also approved the 2025 meeting schedule, a development agreement for the Ashwood Avenue extension, a budget for the Sutton Arena Retrofit project, and a Grant Administration Policy. Several reports and presentations were received, including the Capital Project Dashboard and a heritage register review.

• Approved Council Remuneration Policy (6-1)
• Approved 2025 Council Meeting Schedule
• Approved Ashwood Avenue extension development agreement
• Approved Sutton Arena Retrofit budget up to $1,404,000
• Adopted Grant Administration Policy
• Received Municipal Heritage Register Review report
• Received Capital Project Dashboard presentation
• Received Housing Needs Assessment briefing note

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review several requests for relief from zoning bylaws. These include requests for changes to lot frontages, setbacks, and the construction of accessory dwelling units.

• A23-24 Old Homestead Road: Requests for reduced lot frontage and area for Lot 62, Lots 10 and 25, and increased garage width for Lots 53-71
• A14-24 24874 McCowan Road: Request to permit an accessory dwelling unit in a detached building with reduced rear and side yard setbacks
• A22-24 9 Victoria Road: Request for reduced parking spaces for an accessory dwelling unit and a reduced front yard setback for a commercial building addition
• A19-24 800 Montsell Avenue: Request to permit an accessory structure in the front yard
• Appointment of Brianna Raines as Secretary-Treasurer for the Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment approved all four minor variance applications on the agenda, each subject to a 20-day appeal period and two-year condition fulfillment. The applications covered properties on Old Homestead Road, McCowan Road, Victoria Road, and Montsell Avenue, with relief from zoning by-law requirements such as lot frontage, setbacks, and accessory structures. No applications were denied or deferred.

• Approved Minor Variance A23-24 for Old Homestead Road (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A14-24 for 24874 McCowan Road (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A22-24 for 9 Victoria Road, removing condition 2c.1 (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A19-24 for 800 Montsell Avenue (unanimous)
• Appointed Brianna Raines as Secretary-Treasurer (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Burns as acting chair for October 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive an update on the town's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and an update on the Jackson's Point Parkette. The committee will also consider a disposition item endorsing Loyalist Township's correspondence that urges the province to create a municipal accessibility fund for municipalities. No formal decisions are listed beyond the endorsement recommendation.

• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Update on Jackson's Point Parkette
• Endorsement of Loyalist Township correspondence urging a provincial municipal accessibility fund

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet virtually on October 1, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, adoption of minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting, and reports. The committee will consider two disposition items related to implementing a hybrid meeting format and the council's direction to staff to study its feasibility. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting (Post-Meeting Minutes - GAGAC_Jun25_2024-English.pdf)
• Disposition item on implementation of hybrid committee meetings (Disposition, GAGAC, Hybrid Committee Structure.pdf)
• Disposition item on council's direction for the hybrid structure request (Disposition, GAgAc, Referral to Staff Re Hybrid Meetings.pdf)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review a request for appeal regarding aggressive dog orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements related to a specific property in Sutton West.

• Appeal 23-4089: Request to appeal Aggressive Dog Orders for dogs named 'Zoey' and 'Astra' at 5877 Latimer Road, Sutton West

The Appeals Committee upheld the aggressive/dangerous dog orders for two dogs at 5877 Latimer Road, with an amendment requiring tethering if the fence is under 1.83 metres. The appellant must schedule an inspection within 30 days.

• Upheld aggressive/dangerous dog orders for appeal #23-4089 (carried)
• Amended Section 3.1(d)(ii) to require tethering if fence is under 1.83 metres
• Appellant must set inspection appointment within 30 days of September 26, 2024

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review requests to appeal Dangerous Dog Orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements regarding two specific dogs in Keswick.

• Appeal 22-0814: Request by Christine Fisher and Patricia Doyle regarding a dog named 'Chevy' at 850 Trivetts Road, Keswick
• Appeal 22-4506: Request by Tyonna Slocum regarding a dog named 'Nala' at 1016 Metro Road North, Keswick

The committee upheld the Dangerous Dog Order for Chevy (appeal 22-0814) with an amendment to the fence requirement and a 30-day compliance extension. It also upheld the Dangerous Dog Order for Nala (appeal 22-4506) in full. Both decisions were carried unanimously.

• Upheld Dangerous Dog Order 22-0814 for Chevy with amended fence requirement (1.52m high, lockable gate) and 30-day extension (3-0)
• Upheld Dangerous Dog Order 22-4506 for Nala in its entirety (3-0)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to plan goals for 2025 and review a proposed Community Cultural Event. The session includes a presentation on the Town's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event scheduled for September 30th.

• Presentation by Sandgate Women's Shelter Executive Director Michelle Smith on equity and diversity
• Staff overview of the September 30th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event
• Update on Council's July 10, 2024 decision to investigate a budget for a Community Cultural Event
• Brainstorming of 2025 committee goals and budgetary impacts

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee met on September 24, 2024, and approved the agenda and minutes. They deferred a presentation from Sandgate Women's Shelter to a future meeting, received a staff presentation on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and discussed plans for a Community Cultural Event and 2025 goals. No formal decisions were made beyond receiving information and deferring the speaker.

• Approved September 24, 2024 agenda (GEDAC2024-0045)
• Adopted June 18, 2024 minutes (GEDAC2024-0046)
• Deferred Sandgate Women's Shelter presentation to future meeting (GEDAC2024-0047)
• Received Truth and Reconciliation presentation (GEDAC2024-0048)
• Received Community Cultural Event discussion (GEDAC2024-0049)
• Received 2025 Committee Plans discussion (GEDAC2024-0050)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for 2024-09-23 contains no agenda items. The agenda consists only of placeholders and does not specify any items for discussion or decision.

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will adopt minutes from previous meetings and review branch, work‑plan, financial and media reports for July and August. It will discuss the Public Code of Conduct Policy as old business and consider several new items, including Hoopla, the 2025 Budget, Ontario Public Library Week activities and a proclamation. A closed‑session portion will address Director/CEO compensation matters.

• 2025 Budget
• Hoopla
• Ontario Public Library Week / Meet the Board
• Ontario Public Library Week Proclamation
• Director/CEO compensation matter (closed session)

The Georgina Public Library Board approved the 2025 budget asks as presented, empowering the CEO to make changes up to $8,000 and the Finance Committee for changes above that. The Board also approved transferring $150,000 from the Library Capital Reserve fund to the Stabilization Reserve fund to avoid a negative balance. The Public Code of Conduct Policy was accepted, and the Board scheduled a Meet the Board and new CEO event for October 22, 2024.

• Approved 2025 budget asks as presented (carried)
• Approved $150,000 transfer from Capital Reserve to Stabilization Reserve (carried)
• Accepted Public Code of Conduct Policy as presented (carried)
• Adopted minutes of July 18, 2024 as amended (carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 15, 28, 29, 2024 as circulated (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda items (branch report, work plan, financial statement, media scan) (carried)
• Accepted verbal communications (CEO, Board Chair, Friends updates) (carried)
• Scheduled Meet the Board and new CEO event for October 22, 2024

Council Meeting

The council will consider two planning applications: Orchidtrail Phase 2 at 24996 Woodbine Avenue and the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park at 23349 Woodbine Avenue. The agenda includes a recommendation to approve the revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning by‑law amendment for the Canadian Life Science site, along with a servicing allocation of 259 persons equivalent. Additional items are a water‑service allocation update, a bylaw appointing Wendy Busby to the Accessibility Advisory Committee, and a bylaw regulating land use in the Keswick Business Park.

• Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By‑law Amendment – Orchidtrail Phase 2, 24996 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick (Report No. DS‑2024‑0052)
• Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By‑law Amendment – Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, 23349 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick (Report No. DS‑2024‑0045)
• Sanitary Sewer and Water Servicing Allocation Assignment Program and Capacity Update – Keswick Water Resource Recovery Facility (Report No. DS‑2024‑0041)
• Bylaw 2024‑0064 appointing Wendy Busby to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee (2022‑2026 term)
• Bylaw 500‑2024‑0008 regulating land use and building character in the Keswick Business Park (Lots 3 & 4, Concession 4)

Council approved revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment for the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park at 23349 Woodbine Avenue, including assigning 259 persons equivalent of servicing allocation for a first phase of up to 7 hectares of employment/industrial development. The motion was carried unanimously. Council also received a report on the sanitary sewer and water servicing allocation program for the Keswick Water Resource Recovery Facility, directing staff to report back by Q4 2024 with recommendations on potential adjustments. A public meeting was held for the Orchidtrail Phase 2 subdivision and zoning application, but no decision was made; staff will report further after reviewing comments.

• Approved revised draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment for Canadian Life Science and Technology Park (unanimous)
• Assigned 259 persons equivalent of servicing allocation for first phase of up to 7 hectares of employment/industrial development (unanimous)
• Received report on sanitary sewer and water servicing allocation program and capacity update (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report back by Q4 2024 on potential interim adjustments to servicing allocation program (unanimous)
• Received Orchidtrail Phase 2 subdivision and zoning application for public meeting; no decision made
• Adopted bylaw appointing Wendy Busby to Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Adopted zoning bylaw for Business Park, Calderaro (Part of Lots 3&4, Conc. 4(NG))
• Received briefing note on polybutylene water service line replacement road closure

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on September 17, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes from the June 11 2024 meeting, approval of the agenda, and declarations of pecuniary interest. The committee will also hold a 2025 Work Planning Session to discuss goals for the upcoming year. No specific project approvals or contracts are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from the June 11 2024 meeting
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Declaration of pecuniary interest
• 2025 Work Planning Session – discussion of upcoming year goals
• Motion to adjourn

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee held a round-table discussion to set its 2025 goals, covering topics like Lake Simcoe water quality, electric vehicle charging stations, invasive species education, community clean-ups, and bike repair stations. The goals were received as presented via resolution GEAC2024-0030. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved agenda as presented (GEAC2024-0028)
• Approved June 11, 2024 minutes as presented (GEAC2024-0029)
• Received 2025 goals from round-table discussion (GEAC2024-0030)
• Adjourned at 7:35 PM (GEAC2024-0031)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Appeals Committee is meeting to review requests to appeal Dangerous Dog Orders. The committee will consider evidence and statements regarding two specific dogs in Keswick.

• Appeal 22-2689: Request by Florence Rollings (43 The Queensway South, Keswick) regarding dog 'Bagel'
• Appeal 23-2249: Request by Jerzy Rabianski (100 Lake Drive North, Keswick) regarding dog 'Neo'

The Appeals Committee reviewed two dangerous dog orders and decided to uphold both. In both cases, the committee granted specific amendments to the original orders regarding equipment and fencing requirements.

• Upheld Dangerous Dog Order #22-2689 with amendment requiring the dog be secured to a harness instead of a collar (Carried)
• Upheld Dangerous Dog Order #23-2249 with amendments to fencing requirements for waterfront property and waiver of Section 3.2(b) (Carried)
• Granted a 30-day extension from September 16, 2024, for appellant Jerzy Rabianski to comply with the order (Carried)
• Tabled adoption of May 28, 2024, minutes due to a conflict of interest

Council Meeting

Council will receive and approve the Water Financial Plan and Wastewater Rate Study, confirming the drinking water system’s financial viability. The meeting also includes approval of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan submission, reallocation of $140,000 from the $350,000 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program, and a $180,000 two‑year funding request for the Affordable Housing and Homelessness Resolution. In addition, the council will consider the draft Safe Streets Policy and enact By‑law 2024‑0061 to implement automated speed enforcement.

• Adopt Water Financial Plan and Wastewater Rate Study (Report No. DCAO-2024-0013)
• Approve submission of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan (Report No. SI-2024-0015)
• Re‑allocate $140,000 from the $350,000 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture and set an annual grant budget of $210,000 starting 2025
• Approve $180,000 over two years from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for Affordable Housing and Homelessness initiatives (Report No. SI-2024-0017)
• Endorse draft Safe Streets Policy and enact By‑law 2024‑0061 for automated speed enforcement (Report No. OI-2024-0014)

Council approved a $180,000 funding request from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve to advance affordable housing and homelessness actions, including implementation of the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan. They also endorsed the Safe Streets Policy, approved the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program with five cameras, and directed staff to develop a temporary patio program for restaurants. Additionally, they approved the Water Financial Plan and Rate Study, and re-allocated $140,000 in principle to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture.

• Approved $180,000 from Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for housing and homelessness actions (unanimous)
• Endorsed Safe Streets Policy, replacing Traffic Calming Policy RD 18
• Approved ASE program with 5 cameras on 3-6 month rotation
• Directed staff to develop temporary patio program and licensing bylaw
• Approved Water Financial Plan and Rate Study, authorized submission to MMAH
• Re-allocated $140,000 in principle to Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture for 2025
• Approved Housing Accelerator Fund application with 4 units as-of-right
• Adopted bylaws for heritage designation, administrative penalty system, and traffic amendments

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Parks and Trails Masterplan, an information session on existing bollard locations, and a verbal update on automated speed enforcement. No motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation: Parks and Trails Masterplan update (Courtney Rennie and Bob Ferguson)
• Presentation: Existing Bollard Locations information (Matt DeLuca)
• Report: Automated Speed Enforcement verbal update (Matt DeLuca)

The committee received updates on the Parks and Trails Masterplan, existing bollard locations, and automated speed enforcement. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information only.

• Approved agenda as presented (GSATAC2024-0017)
• Adopted June 4, 2024 minutes as presented (GSATAC2024-0018)
• Received Parks and Trails Masterplan update (GSATAC2024-0019)
• Received bollard locations update (GSATAC2024-0020)
• Received automated speed enforcement update (GSATAC2024-0021)
• Adjourned at 7:45 pm (GSATAC2024-0022)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 9, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of procedural placeholders and no substantive proposals or decisions. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed.

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting on 2024-09-03 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Georgina Public Library Board

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate with no items listed for open discussion or decision. The board will meet in a closed session to discuss Director/CEO compensation matters.

• Closed session regarding Director/CEO compensation matters

The Georgina Public Library Board held a special meeting on August 29, 2024, with no public agenda items. The board moved into closed session to discuss Director/CEO compensation under the Public Libraries Act, then reconvened and directed staff to proceed accordingly. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Moved into closed session for CEO compensation discussion (GLB-2024-070, carried)
• Reconvened into open session and reported on closed session item (GLB-2024-071, carried)
• Directed staff to proceed on CEO compensation matters (GLB-2024-072, carried)
• Adjourned at 7:48 pm (GLB-2024-073, carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate with no items listed for open business. The board will move into a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding a Director/CEO interview.

• Closed session for Director/CEO interview

The Georgina Public Library Board met on August 28, 2024, and moved into closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically the Director/CEO interview, under Section 16.1(4) of the Public Libraries Act. After reconvening, the board directed staff to proceed accordingly. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 8:33 PM.

• Moved into closed session for Director/CEO interview (carried)
• Reconvened into open session and reported on closed session matters (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed accordingly regarding closed session item (carried)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 8:33 PM (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications: 6 and 8 Scotia Road, 23256 Highway 48, and 24874 McCowan Road. Staff recommend approval of each application with specific zoning reliefs, and the McCowan Road variance includes multiple conditions and an environmental impact statement requirement. The next scheduled meeting on September 9 is cancelled, with the following meeting set for September 23.

• Minor variance A17-24 for 6 and 8 Scotia Road – relief to allow a semi‑detached dwelling with 2 parking spaces (instead of the required 3).
• Minor variance A09-24 for 23256 Highway 48 – relief to permit a home industry of 204 m² (vs. 190 m² limit) and to allow a home industry in the Environmental Protection Zone.
• Minor variance A14-24 for 24874 McCowan Road – relief to permit an accessory dwelling unit, reduced setbacks, increased building height, and requires an environmental impact statement and several approvals within two years.

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved two minor variance applications. One variance allows a semi-detached dwelling at 6 and 8 Scotia Road to have two parking spaces instead of three. The other permits a home industry with a larger floor area at 23256 Highway 48. A third application was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minor variance A17-24 for 6 and 8 Scotia Road (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A09-24 for 23256 Highway 48 (unanimous)
• Deferred application A14-24 for 2874 McCowan Road (unanimous)
• Cancelled September 9, 2024 meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting on August 15, 2024, at the Georgina Civic Centre. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a motion to enter Closed Session to discuss Director/CEO Interviews.

• Approval of Agenda
• Adoption of Minutes
• Motion to move into Closed Session for Director/CEO Interviews
• Motion to reconvene into Open Session
• Next meeting date: September 19, 2024

The Georgina Public Library Board met on August 15, 2024, and approved the agenda. The board moved into closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically Director/CEO interviews, and later reconvened to receive the information provided. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 15, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Moved into closed session for Director/CEO interviews (carried)
• Reconvened into open session (carried)
• Received information on closed session item (carried)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is reviewing a draft rate study for water and wastewater services, including the potential removal of early payment discounts in 2025. The body is also considering budgets for development charge updates and a housing needs assessment.

• Proposed $70,000 budget for consulting services to update the development charges background study and bylaw
• Proposed $50,000 budget from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for a Housing Needs Assessment
• Proposal to rename Roches Point Eco Park to Paul Higgins and Annabel Slaight Roches Point Community Eco Park
• Review of Water and Wastewater Draft Rate Study and proposal to discontinue early payment discounts in 2025
• Bylaw 2024-0057 regarding 27 Forestry Drive

Council endorsed draft water and wastewater rate increases and voted to discontinue the early payment discount in 2025, with a final rate study and financial plan to be reported back in September 2024. Council also approved a $50,000 budget for a Housing Needs Assessment and a $70,000 capital project to update the development charges background study. Presentations on automated speed enforcement and blue-green algae were received, and the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture's funding request was referred to the CAO for discussions.

• Endorsed draft water/wastewater rate increases, discontinue early payment discount in 2025 (carried)
• Approved $50,000 budget for Housing Needs Assessment from Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve (carried)
• Approved $70,000 capital project for development charges background study update (carried)
• Referred Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture funding request to CAO for discussions (carried)
• Received automated speed enforcement presentation; implementation to proceed (carried)
• Renamed Roches Point Eco Park to Paul Higgins and Annabel Slaight Roches Point Community Eco Park (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0057 deeming certain plans of subdivision not registered, 27 Forestry Drive (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0058 appointing Alice Tsang to Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider a consent application (B18-23) to sever and convey Subject Land ‘A’ from Remainder Land ‘B’ at 375 Lake Drive North, Keswick. It will also review five minor‑variance applications for properties on Mum's Avenue, Highway 48, Parkway Avenue, and Jeanne Pynn Avenue, each seeking specific setbacks, height allowances, or fence specifications. Decisions will be made subject to conditions and written confirmations outlined in the staff reports.

• Consent Application B18-23 – sever and convey land at 375 Lake Drive North, Keswick
• Minor Variance A07-24 – allow accessory structure height of 5.49 m at 19 Mum’s Avenue, Sutton
• Minor Variance A05-24 – interior side yard setback of 2 m, fence height 3.35 m, and building replacement timing at 22847 Highway 48
• Minor Variance A08-24 – interior side yard setback of 0.55 m at 281 Parkway Avenue, Keswick
• Minor Variances A11-24 & A12-24 – interior side yard dimensions of 0.65 m and ~1.25 m at 15 & 17 Jeanne Pynn Avenue, Sutton

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application for 375 Lake Drive North, approved minor variances for 19 Mum's Avenue, 22847 Highway 48, 15 and 17 Jeanne Pynn Avenue, 40 Laurelbank Crescent, and 21058 Dalton Road, and denied a minor variance for 281 Parkway Avenue. All decisions are subject to a 20-day appeal period and conditions as noted.

• Approved consent application B18-23 for 375 Lake Drive North (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A07-24 for 19 Mum's Avenue (carried)
• Approved minor variance A05-24 for 22847 Highway 48 (unanimous)
• Denied minor variance A08-24 for 281 Parkway Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minor variances A11-24 and A12-24 for 15 and 17 Jeanne Pynn Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A39-21 for 40 Laurelbank Crescent (unanimous)
• Approved minor variance A45-21 for 21058 Dalton Road (unanimous)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to review a specific property standards appeal. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from the May 27, 2024 meeting.

• Property Standards Appeal 23-3586 regarding 95 Haskins Crescent, Keswick

The committee confirmed Property Standards Order 23-3586 for 95 Haskins Crescent, Keswick, requiring compliance within 15 days. The owner, Amin Kardan, appealed the order regarding a flood light dispute with a neighbour. The committee heard from the owner and the Property Standards Officer before deciding.

• Confirmed Property Standards Order 23-3586 for 95 Haskins Crescent, with 15 days for compliance (moved by Dale, seconded by Fellini)
• Appointed Councillor Neeson as Chair for the meeting
• Adopted the July 25, 2024 agenda as amended
• Adopted minutes of May 27, 2024 meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet to approve the June 2024 financial statement and minutes. The agenda includes a review of the Public Code of Conduct policy and a report on branch operations. The meeting will also feature verbal updates from the CEO and the Friends of the Library.

• Approval of June 2024 Financial Statement
• Policy Review: Public Code of Conduct
• Quarterly Statistics Report
• Work Plan Update
• Friends of the Library Update

The Georgina Public Library Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It approved the agenda, the June 20, 2024 minutes, the consent agenda (branch report, statistics, work plan, financial statement, media scan), and verbal communications. The Public Code of Conduct policy review was deferred to the next meeting, and the August meeting date was confirmed as August 15, 2024.

• Approved July 18, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda items 11.1-11.5 (carried)
• Accepted verbal communications items 12.1-12.4 (carried)
• Confirmed August meeting date as August 15, 2024 (agreed)
• Deferred Public Code of Conduct policy review to next meeting

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss infrastructure updates regarding inflow and infiltration reduction targets for 2026. The meeting also includes reviewing rental summaries for the Good Food Collective and considering several bylaw amendments. Additionally, staff will be directed to prepare business cases for the 2025 budget related to community services and infrastructure.

• Zoning amendment for a special event venue at 27909 Highway 48
• Inflow and infiltration reduction update regarding York Region's 2026 targets
• Rental summary and future permit fee business case for the Good Food Collective
• Execution of the Municipal Funding Agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund
• Proclamation of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Council approved a zoning amendment for an on-farm special event venue at 27909 Highway 48 and authorized several community grants. The board also proclaimed Terry Fox Day and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Staff were directed to prepare budget cases for the Good Food Collective and inflow/infiltration reduction targets.

• Approved Zoning Bylaw 500-2024-0007 for special event venue at 27909 Highway 48
• Approved $3,000 grant to Pefferlaw Lions Club for Classic Car Show and Family BBQ
• Proclaimed July 28 as 'Terry Fox Day' and September as 'Childhood Cancer Awareness Month'
• Approved various Economic, Culture and Community Betterment Grants totaling $11,350
• Approved Bylaw 2024-0056 for Canada Community-Building Fund agreement
• Approved Bylaw 2024-0054 regarding registered Plans of Subdivision at 116 Maple Avenue
• Directed staff to prepare 2025 budget cases for Good Food Collective rental fees
• Directed staff to prepare 2025 budget cases for York Region I/I reduction targets

Council Meeting

Council will consider approving a noise by-law exemption for bridge construction on Pefferlaw Road from July 5 to July 29, 2024. The agenda also includes discussions regarding zoning amendments for 252 Pefferlaw Road and Countryside Zoning Bylaw 600. Additionally, the Pefferlaw Lions Club has requested municipal significance status for an upcoming street festival.

• Zoning amendment application for 252 Pefferlaw Road
• Follow-up on Countryside Zoning Bylaw 600 regarding agriculture and environmental protection
• Noise by-law exemption request for Pefferlaw Road bridge replacement (July 5–29, 2024)
• Municipal Significance request for Pefferlaw Lions Street Fest
• Bylaw 2024-0052 regarding 283 & 285 The Queensway South

Council approved a zoning bylaw amendment for residential development at 252 Pefferlaw Road subject to environmental conditions. The board also granted a noise bylaw exemption for bridge construction and directed staff to explore a hybrid approach for agriculture-related zoning uses.

• Approved Noise By-law Exemption for Graham Bros. Construction Ltd. for Pefferlaw Road bridge replacement from July 5 to July 29, 2024
• Approved zoning bylaw amendment for 252 Pefferlaw Road subject to floodplain and environmental considerations
• Directed staff to explore 'Option 3' (Hybrid Approach) for agriculture-related and on-farm diversified uses in Countryside Zoning By-law 600
• Directed staff to prepare a draft Zoning By-law Amendment for agriculture and environmental considerations
• Declared Pefferlaw Lions Street Fest (July 27) a municipally significant event for road closure coordination
• Adopted Bylaw Number 2024-0052 (PL-1) regarding 283 & 285 The Queensway South
• Adopted Bylaw Number 2024-0053 (COU-2) confirming proceedings of June 26, 2024

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the creation of an online portal for community members to submit accessibility improvement opportunities. The committee will also consider a request to review the Public Compendium for the 4th Review of the AODA. Additionally, members will investigate a proposal regarding a municipal accessibility fund.

• Creation of an online accessibility reporting portal
• Review of the AODA Public Compendium
• Investigation into a municipal accessibility fund
• Update on Pefferlaw Pump Track and Skatepark opening
• Presentation of GAAC 2022 accomplishments

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee endorsed correspondence from Loyalist Township urging the Province to establish a municipal accessibility fund. The committee also received updates on the town's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, the AccessNow website integration, and the accessibility features of the new Pefferlaw Pump Track and Skatepark.

• Approved June 25, 2024 agenda
• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved AccessNow update
• Received GAAC 2022 accomplishments report
• Endorsed Loyalist Township correspondence regarding AODA funding
• Approved update on accessibility portal development
• Approved update on AODA review
• Approved updates on professional development and Pefferlaw facility

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will review an update on the Climate Change Action Plan's risks and vulnerabilities. The agenda includes discussions regarding roadside grass maintenance and litter reduction on agricultural lands. Additionally, the committee will receive information on mobile home bylaws and a new tree bylaw.

• Climate Change Action Plan Risks and Vulnerabilities presentation
• Roadside grass and brush maintenance discussion
• Litter reduction opportunities on agricultural lands
• Bylaw 600 information regarding mobile homes or RV trailers
• Town of Georgina Tree Bylaw update

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee met on June 25, 2024 and approved its agenda and the May 21, 2024 minutes. It received presentations and updates on the Town's Climate Change Action Plan, Bylaw 600 rules for mobile homes and RV trailers used by temporary workers, and a potential future tree bylaw. The committee also approved general information items on roadside grass and brush maintenance and litter reduction, and carried a motion requesting Council review the possibility of a hybrid structure for Committees of Council. The meeting adjourned at 8:15pm.

• Approved June 25, 2024 agenda as amended (carried)
• Approved May 21, 2024 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received Climate Change Action Plan SWOT Analysis presentation as presented (carried)
• Approved general information items on roadside grass/brush maintenance and litter reduction as presented (carried)
• Received update on Bylaw 600 regarding mobile homes and RV trailers as presented (carried)
• Received update on a potential future Town of Georgina Tree Bylaw as presented (carried)
• Carried motion requesting Council review a hybrid structure for Committees of Council, particularly GAGAC (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15pm (carried)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding the Climate Change Action Plan. The agenda also includes economic development updates, business community statistics, and summer event grants. Verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Futures are also scheduled.

• Presentation: Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP)
• Economic Development Updates including business community stats
• 2024 Summer Events Festival and Events Grants
• Chamber of Commerce verbal update
• South Lake Futures verbal update

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee met on June 24, 2024 and received a presentation on the Town's Climate Change Action Plan, along with economic development, Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Futures updates. The committee approved its agenda and adopted previous minutes, and carried motions to receive each report. No new policies, funding decisions or bylaws were decided at this meeting; the recorded actions were procedural approvals and receipt of information.

• Approved the agenda (carried, moved by Stephanie Robinson, seconded by Bob Law)
• Adopted the minutes (carried, moved by Margaret Quirk, seconded by Bob Law)
• Received the Climate Change Action Plan presentation (carried, moved by Christine Burton, seconded by Stephanie Robinson)
• Received the Economic Development updates (carried, moved by Christine Burton, seconded by Charles Calzavara)
• Received the Chamber of Commerce verbal update (carried, moved by Margaret Quirk, seconded by Stephanie Robinson)
• Received the South Lake Futures verbal update (carried, moved by Christine Burton, seconded by Bob Law)
• Adjourned the meeting (carried, moved by Charles Calzavara, seconded by Christine Burton)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet to consider adopting the 2023 year-end financial statements. The agenda also includes a policy review regarding disconnecting from work and updates on library operations.

• Adoption of 2023 Year-End Financial Statements
• Policy Review: Disconnecting from Work
• Bulletin Boards and Displays Policy review
• May 2024 Financial Statement review

Council Meeting

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and adopt a new asset management plan for non-core assets. They are also considering a five-year partnership with Jericho Youth Services for after-school programs. Additionally, the agenda includes a request for noise bylaw exemptions for bridge construction on Pefferlaw Road.

• $140,299.90 in additional funding for the Sutton Multi-Use Facility project
• Introduction of automated speed enforcement cameras in the Town
• Noise bylaw exemption for Pefferlaw Road bridge replacement (July 5–29)
• Five-year partnership agreement with Jericho Youth Services for after-school programs
• Proposed dormancy of the Uptown Keswick Business Improvement Area Board

Council authorized a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Southlake Regional Health Centre and the NYSS OHT to improve local healthcare. The board also approved the framework for automated speed enforcement and a five-year partnership with Jericho Youth Services.

• Approved non-binding MOU with Southlake Regional Health Centre and NYSS OHT (7-0)
• Repurposed ~$210,000 for a healthcare project lead resource (6-0)
• Approved 5-year partnership with Jericho Youth Services for after-school programs
• Authorized framework for Automated Speed Enforcement and bylaw amendments
• Approved $140,299.90 additional funding for Sutton Multi-Use Facility groundworks
• Approved dormant status for Uptown Keswick BIA Board through 2026
• Adopted Asset Management Plan for Non-Core Assets
• Deferred Pefferlaw Road Bridge noise exemption to June 26 meeting

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The committee will review information regarding the Pan African Flag Raising Event and upcoming local festivals. Members will also discuss sponsoring two additional lunches for the Good Food Collective before the end of 2024.

• Funding approval from the 2024 budget for the Pan African Flag Raising Event
• Planning for a community cultural event in Georgina
• Information on the July 20, 2024, Summer Music Festival hosted by the Georgina Chinese Association
• Discussion of sponsoring two more Good Food Collective lunches

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the May 14, 2024 minutes, and received information on the Pan African Flag Raising Event set for August 1, 2024. It approved general information items including a direction for staff to investigate a multi-location cultural event and report preliminary budget findings to Council for the 2025 budget. The committee also discussed Pride Month, a July 20 summer music festival, and possible Good Food Collective lunch sponsorships. The meeting adjourned at 7:58pm.

• Approved June 18, 2024 agenda as presented (Carried)
• Approved May 14, 2024 minutes as presented (Carried)
• Received information on Pan African Flag Raising Event, August 1, 2024, 5:00pm-9:00pm (Carried)
• Approved General Information items 11.1-11.5 as presented (Carried)
• Directed staff to investigate a cultural event at four to five locations and report preliminary budget findings to Council for 2025 budget consideration (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58pm (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications to sever land for new residential building lots. These proposals involve properties at 185 Forestry Drive, 40 Brule Lakeway, and 9 Sina Street. Staff have recommended approval for these applications subject to specific conditions.

• Consent Application B07-24: Severance at 185 Forestry Drive to create one new residential lot
• Consent Applications B08-24 and B09-24: Severance at 40 Brule Lakeway, Jackson's Point
• Consent Application B10-24: Severance at 9 Sina Street to create one new residential lot

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved three separate consent applications to create new residential building lots. Each approval is subject to a 20-day appeal period and a two-year window to meet specific conditions.

• Approved Consent Application B07-24 for 185 Forestry Drive to create one new residential lot (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Applications B08-24 and B09-24 for 40 Brule Lakeway to sever Subject Lands 'A' and 'B' (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Application B10-24 for 9 Sina Street to create one new residential lot (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from April 29, 2024 and May 13, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Deferred minutes for June 3, 2024

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is reviewing a construction contract for Pollock Road shoulder stabilization and additional project funding. The agenda also includes approving noise bylaw exemptions for summer events and renewing agreements with local clubs.

• Awarding $901,465.00 contract to Envision Excavating Ltd. for Pollock Road shoulder stabilization
• Approving $323,293.40 in additional funding for the Pollock Road project
• Noise bylaw exemption for amplified music in historic downtowns and parks during Summer 2024
• Five-year agreement renewals for York Simcoe Amateur Astronomers Club and Keswick Model Aircraft Club
• Commemoration options for the Old Shiloh Road Bridge

Council approved a construction contract for Pollock Road and authorized noise bylaw exemptions for summer events in parks and downtowns. The board also renewed five-year agreements with the Keswick Model Aircraft Club and York Simcoe Amateur Astronomers Club.

• Awarded Pollock Road shoulder stabilization contract to Envision Excavating Ltd. for $901,465 (excl. tax)
• Approved $323,293.40 in additional funding for Pollock Road via Canada Community-Build Fund
• Approved Noise By-law exemption for amplified music at Town-supported events in parks and downtowns for 2024
• Authorized 5-year agreement with York Simcoe Amateur Astronomers Club expiring June 30, 2029
• Renewed 5-year license agreement with Keswick Model Aircraft Club expiring June 30, 2029
• Endorsed exclusive use of De La Salle Park parking lots for Georgina Marathon (Sept 6-8, 2024)
• Directed staff to include Option 1 for Old Shiloh Road Bridge commemoration in design stages

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the threats and opportunities within the Climate Change Action Plan. Stephanie Wolfe, Climate Initiatives Lead, will present the findings. The agenda also includes information regarding Earth Day plant giveaways and donations.

• Climate Change Action Plan SWOT analysis presentation
• Adoption of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Discover Georgina Show Earth Day plant giveaway
• Discussion of Trees For Life Earth Day donation

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee met on June 11, 2024 and received two staff presentations: an update on the Climate Change Action Plan SWOT analysis and an update on the Tree Preservation and Compensation draft report. Committee members recommended that staff explore more sustainable transportation, more electric vehicle charging, a larger tree canopy, phosphorus reduction in Lake Simcoe, reduced winter salt use, greener street design for runoff, and youth consultation. The committee also received information on an Earth Day sapling giveaway and a Trees For Life donation of 2,000 trees valued at over $60,000. No bylaws, budgets, or policy changes were decided; a Tree Cutting Bylaw is expected to come to Council in the fall.

• Approved the June 11, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved the April 2, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (carried)
• Received the Climate Change Action Plan SWOT Analysis presentation as presented (carried)
• Received the Tree Preservation and Compensation Draft Report presentation as presented (carried)
• Received information on the Discover Georgina Show Earth Day sapling giveaway as presented (carried)
• Received information on the Trees For Life Earth Day donation of 2,000 trees valued at over $60,000 as presented (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:36pm (carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations for 2024. Members will also review information on existing trail maps and planned lighted intersections. The meeting includes the adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024.

• Presentation on 2024 potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations
• Update on planned lighted intersections for 2024
• Review of existing trail maps including York Region and snowmobile trails
• Adoption of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee approved its agenda, adopted previous minutes, and received updates regarding 2024 bollard locations, the Parks and Trails Masterplan, and planned lighted intersections.

• Approved June 4, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved February 20, 2024 Meeting Minutes (Carried)
• Received update regarding 2024 bollard locations (Carried)
• Received update regarding the Parks and Trails Masterplan (Carried)
• Received update regarding planned lighted intersections (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:33 PM (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. Staff recommend approving both, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Minor Variance A04-24 at 44 Edith Street, Jackson's Point: permit existing shipping container for storage, with condition to clad in wood siding
• Minor Variance A06-24 at 27 Lake Drive East: permit 1 metre interior side yard setback instead of required 1.2 metres plus additional
• Both approvals subject to conditions to be fulfilled within two years of Notice of Decision

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. One allows a shipping container for storage at 44 Edith Street, and the other permits a dwelling addition with a reduced side yard setback at 27 Lake Drive East.

• Approved Minor Variance A04-24 for a shipping container at 44 Edith Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance A06-24 for a dwelling addition at 27 Lake Drive East (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

This is the agenda for the Town of Georgina Council meeting on May 29, 2024. Council will vote on several items, including setting the 2024 property tax rates, amending the fire department bylaw, and approving road ownership changes with York Region. They will also discuss updates on the off-road vehicle pilot project, traffic and parking bylaws, and a waterfront parks master plan.

• Approve 2024 property tax rates (Bylaw 2024-0039)
• Amend Fire Department bylaw 2004-0040 (Bylaw 2024-0038)
• Authorize $340,000 design budget increase for High Street reconstruction, to be recovered from York Region
• Assume Woodbine Avenue, Park Road, Old Homestead Road, and High Street from York Region; request York Region assume McCowan Road and Weir's Sideroad
• Extend Off-Road Vehicle Pilot Project to Dec 15, 2024 – Apr 15, 2025

Georgina Council endorsed in principle the Waterfront Parks Master Plan (7-0) and approved a $340,000 increase to the design budget for the regional components of the High Street reconstruction project, to be recovered from York Region. Council also approved the 2024 tax rates, extended the Off-Road Vehicle Pilot Project through April 15, 2025, and appointed three members to the Jackson's Point BIA board along with its 2024 budget. A bylaw authorizing new capital work and borrowing for the Replacement Civic Centre carried 5-2, and council endorsed a resolution calling on Ontario to raise social assistance rates.

• Endorsed Waterfront Parks Master Plan in principle, subject to annual budget deliberations (7-0)
• Increased High Street reconstruction design budget by $340,000, recoverable from York Region
• Approved 2024 Town of Georgina tax rates
• Extended Off-Road Vehicle Pilot Project to December 15, 2024 – April 15, 2025
• Appointed Steve Jacobson, Meghan Bold and Hamid Sharifi to Jackson's Point BIA board; approved BIA 2024 budget
• Approved bylaw authorizing capital work and OILC borrowing for Replacement Civic Centre (5-2)
• Endorsed resolution urging Ontario to raise social assistance rates and adjust Ontario Works annually for inflation
• Endorsed up to $2,400 from Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee budget for Pan African Flag Raising event

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

This is the agenda for the Georgina Appeals Committee meeting on May 28, 2024, concerning aggressive dangerous dogs. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and provides no specific items, cases, or decisions for discussion.

• No specific agenda items listed

The Appeals Committee heard an appeal regarding a Dangerous Dog Order for a dog named River. The committee decided to change the dog's classification and modify leash requirements for the owner.

• Reclassified dog 'River' as Aggressive instead of Dangerous
• Modified leash length requirement from 6ft to 12ft to accommodate owner mobility challenges
• Adopted January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Town of Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to hear two appeals of property standards orders. The committee will also appoint a chair, adopt minutes from a previous meeting, and handle routine procedural items. The two appeals concern properties at 443 The Queensway South, Keswick, and 93 Burke Street, Sutton.

• Property Standards Appeal 23-3497 for 443 The Queensway South, Keswick, owner 2433264 Ontario Inc.
• Property Standards Appeal 22-3679 for 93 Burke Street, Sutton, owner 1446696 Ontario Inc.
• Adoption of minutes from October 23, 2023 meeting

The Georgina Appeals Committee confirmed two property standards orders but granted time extensions for compliance. For 443 The Queensway South, the order was upheld with a 60-day extension. For 93 Burke Street, the order was confirmed with a 30-day extension to apply for a demolition permit, which triggers a further 90-day extension if the application is filed.

• Confirmed Property Standards Order #23-3497 at 443 The Queensway South with 60-day extension
• Confirmed Property Standards Order #22-3679 at 93 Burke Street with 30-day extension for demolition permit application
• Granted additional 90-day compliance extension for 93 Burke Street if demolition permit is applied for within 30 days
• Adopted agenda as amended
• Adopted minutes from October 23, 2023 meeting
• Appointed Councillor Lee Dale as Chair for the meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving reports, and hearing updates from the CEO, board chair, and Friends of the Library. The main substantive item is a policy review on bulletin boards and displays. The meeting also includes a closed session.

• Policy review: Bulletin Boards and Displays
• Adoption of minutes from April 25, 2024
• Financial statement for April 2024
• CEO update by S. Lee-Young
• Next meeting set for June 20, 2024 via Zoom

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw regarding farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, regional ditching, illegal dumping procedures, stormwater rates after public consultation, and the 2024 Livestock Kill Report. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily an information and discussion session.

• Update on Countryside Zoning Bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture-related uses
• Regional Councillor Davison to update on regional ditching
• Staff update on illegal dumping notification procedures
• Stormwater rates update following public consultation
• Livestock Kill Report 2024 update

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee approved its agenda, adopted previous minutes, received an update on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw, and approved general information items covering regional ditching, illegal dumping, stormwater rates, and livestock kill reports.

• Approved May 21, 2024 agenda
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Received update on Countryside Zoning Bylaw on farm diversified uses and agriculture related uses
• Approved general information items 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, and 11.4
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 PM

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss accessibility matters, including an independent review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), a potential accessible swing at the ROC, and an update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and updates rather than decisions.

• Independent 4th Review of AODA (final report dated June 5, 2023)
• Discussion of an accessible swing at the ROC with Scott Wollin
• Verbal update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan by Tim Higgins
• Recognition of National AccessAbility Week (May 26 - June 1) and Red Shirt Day (May 29)

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee requested that Council review the AODA 4th Review Public Compendium. The committee also advised Council to have staff create an online portal for residents to submit accessibility improvement opportunities.

• Approved May 21, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved April 16, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received information on Independent 4th Review of AODA (Carried)
• Requested Council review the Public Compendium for the 4th Review of the AODA (Carried)
• Received update on accessible materials in Town-owned facilities (Carried)
• Approved update on 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (Carried)
• Approved discussion regarding AccessAbility Week (Carried)
• Advised Council to create an online portal for community accessibility improvement submissions (Carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to hear from York Regional Police on community safety, and to discuss upcoming events including Pride Month, Pan-African Flag raising, and Truth and Reconciliation activities. The committee will also review approved funding for Good Food Collective lunches and discuss the 2025 budget.

• York Regional Police Inspector Sarah Riddell to speak on community safety and well-being
• Council approved funds from 2024 budget for three Good Food Collective lunches
• Update on Pan-African Flag Raising and Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Month events with Mayor Quirk
• Discussion on Truth and Reconciliation speaker and 94 Calls to Action

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its May 14, 2024 agenda and the April 9, 2024 minutes, and received a York Regional Police presentation on community safety and well-being. It voted to request that Council approve spending up to $2,400 from the Committee's 2024 budget for the Pan African Flag Raising Event, covering entertainment and honorariums. The Committee also received updates on Good Food Collective lunches, Pride Month events, Truth and Reconciliation, and early ideas for its 2025 budget, and adjourned at 8:29pm.

• Approved May 14, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved April 9, 2024 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received York Regional Police presentation on Community Safety and Well-Being as presented (carried)
• Received update on Good Food Collective lunch sponsorship from 2024 budget as presented (carried)
• Requested Council approve up to $2,400 from Committee's 2024 budget for Pan African Flag Raising Event entertainment and honorariums (carried)
• Approved Pride Month activities update as presented (carried)
• Received Truth and Reconciliation and 94 Calls to Action information as presented (carried)
• Approved discussion of 2025 GEDAC budget ideas as presented (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear applications for consent and minor variance. The main item is a minor variance application for 443 The Queensway South, where staff recommend denial. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Minor Variance Application A02-24 for 443 The Queensway South to allow a childcare centre, private school, and commercial school in a Shopping Centre Commercial zone
• Staff recommendation to deny the variance
• Applications for consent and minor variance hearings
• Requests for deferral or withdrawal
• Minutes of previous meeting

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance to allow a childcare centre, private school, and commercial school at 443 The Queensway South. Approval is subject to a 20-day appeal period and a two-year deadline to meet all conditions, including the submission of a full Site Plan application.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A02-24 for 443 The Queensway South (Unanimous)

Council Meeting

This Council Meeting agenda for Georgina, ON on 2024-05-08 contains only technical interface text and placeholders from the eSCRIBE software. No actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, making it purely procedural boilerplate.

Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding a $41.85 million contract to Maystar General Contractors Inc. for the Replacement Civic Centre project, with a revised total budget of $54.106 million and $20 million in short-term construction financing. The agenda also includes several routine items such as approving minutes, a food vendor pilot program, grants, and bylaw amendments.

• Award contract to Maystar General Contractors Inc. for $41,850,000 plus HST for Replacement Civic Centre
• Approve revised project budget of $54,106,000 and $20,000,000 short-term construction financing
• Approve 2024 Food Vendor Pilot Program at De La Salle Park with four vendors
• Approve $50,800 in grants to four non-profits including Georgina Farmers Market ($10,000) and Ontario Water Centre ($12,000)
• Amend animal control bylaws to permit keeping pigeons in Pefferlaw and Hamlet Areas

Council approved a revised $54.1M budget and awarded a $41.85M contract to Maystar General Contractors Inc. for the Replacement Civic Centre. Other decisions included approving a summer food vendor pilot program and rezoning properties in Keswick for commercial use.

• Approved $54,106,000 revised budget for Replacement Civic Centre
• Awarded $41,850,000 contract for Civic Centre to Maystar General Contractors Inc.
• Approved 2024 Summer Food Vendor Pilot Program at De La Salle Park and Willow Beach Conservation Area
• Rezoned 451 & 453 The Queensway S, Keswick from Residential (R1) to General Commercial (C1-60)
• Approved $77,100 in non-profit grants, including $26,300 to Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
• Approved amendments to permit keeping pigeons in Pefferlaw and Hamlet Areas
• Authorized Pre-Servicing Agreement for Orchid Trail Phase 1 Subdivision
• Directed staff to form an Ad Hoc Working Group to update the Municipal Heritage Register

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including approving the April 2, 2024 minutes. The main item is a presentation by Climate Initiatives Lead Stephanie Wolfe on the Climate Change Action Plan, explaining its creation and how the committee can be involved. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Climate Change Action Plan briefing by Stephanie Wolfe
• Adoption of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Virtual meeting, 7:00-9:00 PM

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Ian Duff, president of McSweeney & Associates, followed by questions and discussion. The committee will also receive economic development updates, verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, and consider adopting minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely routine, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Presentation by Ian Duff, president, McSweeney & Associates
• Adoption of minutes from April 8, 2024 GEDC meeting
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update from South Lake Community Futures

The committee received a presentation on investment attraction models and updates on local business initiatives. No new policies were enacted, and the session focused on reports from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Adopted April 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received presentation from McSweeney & Associates on investment attraction (Carried)
• Received Economic Development updates including beach vendor pilot program (Carried)
• Received Chamber of Commerce verbal update (Carried)
• Received South Lake Community Futures verbal update (Carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss trail maps, new bollard locations for 2024, planned lighted intersections, and a signage issue on Glenwoods Avenue. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of existing trail maps within Georgina, including York Region Trail Guide and snowmobile trails
• Discussion of 2024 potential flexible bollard and speed hump locations
• Update on planned lighted intersections from Regional Councillor Davison
• Signage update on Glenwoods Avenue regarding left-turn restriction from Walmart plaza
• Adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for land consent at 300 Metro Road and a minor variance for a dwelling at 328 Pefferlaw Road. Staff have provided recommendations for both items subject to specific conditions.

• Consent Applications B04-24 and B05-24: Severing land at 300 Metro Road, Keswick to create one residential building lot and one future residential development lot
• Minor Variance Application A03-24: Permitting a single detached dwelling on an existing commercial lot at 328 Pefferlaw Road

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved two development applications. Consent applications B04-24 and B05-24 for 300 Metro Road were approved to sever the property into two new lots, subject to engineering and conservation conditions. Minor Variance Application A03-24 for 328 Pefferlaw Road was approved to allow a detached dwelling on a commercial lot, provided the primary use remains commercial.

• Approved Consent Applications B04-24 & B05-24 for 300 Metro Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A03-24 for 328 Pefferlaw Road (Unanimous)
• Deferred minutes from March 18, 2024 meeting
• Appointed Monika Sadler as Acting Secretary-Treasurer for next meeting (Unanimous)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving branch and financial reports, and hearing updates from the CEO and board chair. The board will also review the Director/CEO evaluation policy and the membership policy, and discuss an upcoming staff development day. A closed session is scheduled for personal matters and labour relations regarding library employees.

• Policy review: Director/CEO Evaluation
• Policy review: Membership (track changes attached)
• Staff Development Day planned for June 27
• Closed session for personal matters and labour relations (Public Libraries Act)
• Financial statements for Dec 2023 year-end, Feb 2024, and Mar 2024

The Georgina Public Library Board approved the creation of a Finance Committee for the 2025 budget process and a CEO Selection Committee. They also accepted amended policies for Director/CEO evaluation and board membership. The Board moved its next meeting from May 16 to May 23.

• Approved creation of Finance Committee (Sabatini, Davison, Beechey, Braund)
• Approved creation of CEO Selection Committee (Sabatini, Davison, Johnstone, Calzavara; Coates alternate)
• Accepted amended Director/CEO Evaluation policy
• Accepted amended Membership policy
• Moved May meeting date from May 16 to May 23
• Adopted February 15 and March 21, 2024 minutes
• Received verbal communications on Discovery Branch and Maker Space updates
• Moved into Closed Session for HR matters, then reconvened

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to decide on a stormwater rate structure, including approving the General Revenue approach and exempting farms, managed forests, and tax-exempt properties. Council will also consider an Earthworks Agreement for the Greystone/Middleburg subdivision, appoint members to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee, and hear a speaker on traffic bollard safety concerns. A bylaw to set 2024 stormwater utility rates is on the agenda.

• Stormwater Rate Study (Report DCAO-2024-0005) - approve General Revenue approach and exemptions
• Bylaw 2024-0030 to set stormwater utility rates for 2024
• Earthworks Agreement for Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision (Report DS-2024-0017)
• Appointments to Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (Report LS-2024-0011)
• Speaker Darren Gahan on traffic bollard safety concerns

Georgina Council adopted a Stormwater Rate Study, approving a General Revenue approach to fund the program and directing staff to implement a stormwater rate via annual bylaws. The Council also authorized an Earthworks Agreement for the Greystone/Middleburg subdivision and adopted Bylaw 2024-0030 to set 2024 stormwater utility rates. Several exemptions for agricultural and tax-exempt properties were approved, while closed session items regarding land disposition and bylaw revisions were directed to staff for further action.

• Approved Stormwater Rate Study report (7-0)
• Approved General Revenue approach for stormwater funding (6-1)
• Exempted tax-exempt properties from stormwater fee (7-0)
• Exempted Farm and Managed Forest portions from stormwater fee (7-0)
• Directed staff to implement stormwater rate via annual bylaws (6-1)
• Authorized Earthworks Agreement for Greystone/Middleburg subdivision
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0030 setting 2024 stormwater utility rates
• Endorsed request to raise Pride flag at Civic Centre in June

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider two development applications: a zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North in Keswick, and revised applications for a subdivision and zoning amendment for the Garland Community near Ravenshoe Road. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, reports, and bylaws, with no public meetings or closed session scheduled.

• Zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North, Keswick (File 03.1121) to rezone from Residential (R) and Transitional (T) to site-specific Residential (R-83)
• Revised applications for Garland Community subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment (Files 01.157, 01.163, 03.1161) on Ravenshoe Road, Keswick
• Bylaw 500-2024-0004 (PL-5) to implement the 255 Lake Drive North rezoning
• Bylaw 2024-0028 (PL-5) to deem lands at 36 Lyons Lane not within a registered plan of subdivision
• Bylaw 2024-0029 (COU-2) to confirm the proceedings of the meeting

Council denied a zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North in Keswick, rejecting a proposal to convert a garage into a residential dwelling. Council approved revised applications for a subdivision and zoning amendment for the Garland Community project on Ravenshoe Road, subject to specific conditions. A bylaw to deem lands at 36 Lyons Lane as not part of a registered subdivision was adopted.

• Denied zoning bylaw amendment for 255 Lake Drive North (Carried)
• Approved revised Draft Plan of Subdivision for Ravenshoe Road (Carried)
• Approved revised Zoning By-law Amendment for Ravenshoe Road (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0028 for 36 Lyons Lane (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0029 confirming council proceedings (Carried)
• Bylaw 500-2024-0004 for 255 Lake Drive North not voted on

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets virtually to discuss agricultural issues. A presentation on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw regarding farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, deferred from March, will be given. Updates are also scheduled on regional ditching, illegal dumping, stormwater rates, and the livestock kill report.

• Presentation: Countryside Zoning Bylaw on Farm Diversified Uses and Agriculture Related Uses (deferred from March 12)
• Update: Regional Ditching by Regional Councillor Davison (deferred from March 12)
• Update: Illegal Dumping processes and notification procedures
• Update: Stormwater Rates after public consultation
• Report: Livestock Kill Report 2024

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss accessibility matters. They will hear from the new Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor, review past accomplishments, and receive updates on the 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the 2023 AODA Compliance Report. The agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Introduction of Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor Tim Higgins
• Overview of GAAC previous accomplishments by Michelle Radigan-Marriott
• Timeline for 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan updates
• 2023 AODA Compliance Report overview by Olga Lawton and Tim Higgins
• Adoption of minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The committee endorsed the Town's 2023 AODA Compliance Report for submission to Council and approved updates regarding previous accomplishments and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan process.

• Approved April 16, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved March 12, 2024 Meeting Minutes (Carried)
• Approved update regarding GAAC previous accomplishments (Carried)
• Approved update surrounding the Town's 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (Carried)
• Endorsed the Town's 2023 AODA Compliance Report for notice to Council (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 15, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The provided text is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several reports and by-laws, including raising the maximum Sutton Business Improvement Area levy from $500 to $750, appointing hearing officers for the Administrative Monetary Penalty System, and applying for Bee City Canada designation. They will also receive updates on the 2024 budget, development charges, tourism strategy, communications plan, and construction season. The agenda includes a closed session for personal matters and a potential land acquisition at Jackson's Point.

• By-law to increase Sutton BIA maximum levy from $500 to $750
• Appointment of hearing officers for Administrative Monetary Penalty System
• Bee City Canada designation application and by-law
• 2024 Construction Season Update with roads work program
• Closed session: Jackson's Point land acquisition

Council voted 7-0 to refuse Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for a mixed-use development at 232 Cameron Crescent in Keswick that proposed a 20-storey apartment building with 380 dwelling units and a 2-storey commercial building. Staff had recommended refusal, citing concerns including building height and massing, traffic, lack of a cul-de-sac, and inconsistency with the Keswick Secondary Plan. Council also directed the Town Solicitor and staff to appear at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of its position if the decision is appealed. In other business, Council approved a Public Notice Policy (6-1), endorsed the Georgina Tourism and Wayfinding Strategy, and adopted bylaws increasing the maximum Sutton BIA levy from $500 to $750 and establishing a Bee City Canada Designation.

• Refused Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for 232 Cameron Crescent, Keswick (20-storey, 380-unit mixed-use proposal) (7-0)
• Directed Town Solicitor and staff to appear at the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of Council's position if the refusal is appealed
• Approved the Public Notice Policy (6-1)
• Endorsed the Georgina Tourism and Wayfinding Strategy
• Adopted bylaw increasing maximum Sutton BIA individual property levy from $500 to $750
• Adopted bylaw establishing Bee City Canada Designation and authorized staff to complete the application
• Authorized agreement with Town of Newmarket for AMPS adjudication reviews and appointed Hearing Officers
• Received briefing notes on 2024 construction update, Economic/Culture/Community Betterment Grants, Highcastle Park playground replacement ($125,000), 2024 grant funding, and Joint Fire Fleet Review

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to hear updates from Georgina Fire and Rescue Services on the Community Risk Profile, and from Councillor Biggerstaff on the Town's commitments to the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities. The committee will also discuss several community events and initiatives, including a cultural lunch with the Good Food Collective, Pride Month plans, and a Pan-African flag raising. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-based, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Community Risk Profile update from Deputy Chief Lorianne Zwicker of Georgina Fire and Rescue Services
• Update on 10 Commitments of Equity Diversity and Inclusion from Councillor Biggerstaff
• Discussion of sponsoring a cultural lunch event with the Good Food Collective
• Update on Pan-African Flag Raising and Celebration
• Discussion of Pride Month plans in Georgina

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its April 9, 2024 agenda and the March 5, 2024 minutes. It received presentations on the Community Risk Assessment from Georgina Fire and Rescue Services and on the 10 Commitments of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The committee approved general information items and directed staff to arrange for the committee to sponsor three $200 lunch events with the Good Food Collective. It adjourned at 8:27pm.

• Approved April 9, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved March 5, 2024 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received Community Risk Assessment presentation from Georgina Fire and Rescue Services (carried)
• Received 10 Commitments of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion presentation (carried)
• Approved general information items on Good Food Collective, MDIG, Pan-African Flag raising, Pride Month and 4 Seasons Training (carried)
• Directed staff to arrange committee sponsorship of three $200 lunch events with the Good Food Collective (carried)
• Adjourned at 8:27pm (carried)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The committee will receive economic development updates, verbal reports from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, and a presentation on YSpace programming. The meeting is largely procedural, with standard items like agenda approval, minutes adoption, and a closed session.

• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal Update - Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal Update - South Lake Community Futures
• Georgina YSpace Programming
• May 6th guest speaker Ian Duffy (McSweeney and Associates)

The committee received updates on the implementation of the five-year Economic Development and Tourism Strategy. Discussions focused on investment attraction, business retention, and the need for diverse dining and living-wage employment in Georgina.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Adopted previous meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Economic Development and Tourism updates (Carried)
• Received Chamber of Commerce verbal update (Carried)
• Received Georgina YSpace programming update (Carried)
• Received general information items (Carried)
• Discussed industry needs and business retention (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2024-04-03 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated template with no substantive content.

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to hear staff updates on several environmental programs, including the Emerald Ash Borer program, a catch basin filter pilot, tree compensation practices, and stormwater rates. The committee will also receive an update on Earth Day plans and information on winter materials used by the town.

• Update on Emerald Ash Borer Program by Niall Stocking, Manager of Operations
• Update on Catch Basin Filters Pilot Program by Neil MacDonald, Manager of Capital Projects
• Presentation on York Region Environmental Scan of Public Tree Compensation Practices (November 2023)
• Update on Stormwater Rates from staff, following a February 28, 2024 Council presentation
• Information on winter materials from 2022-2023 Winter Maintenance Summary

The committee met to receive several staff presentations and updates. No new policies were enacted or funding approved; the committee formally received information on environmental initiatives and municipal rates.

• Approved April 2, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved February 27, 2024 Meeting Minutes (Carried)
• Received Earth Day Activation update (Carried)
• Received Emerald Ash Borer Program presentation (Carried)
• Received Catch Basin Filters Pilot Program update (Carried)
• Received Jurisdictional Scan of Tree Compensation Practices presentation (Carried)
• Received Stormwater Rates presentation (Carried)
• Received Winter Materials presentation (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council is deciding on a zoning amendment for lands on Dovedale Drive in Keswick, proposed by Greengate Village Limited, to change the designation from Rural to site-specific Medium Density Urban Residential and Open Space. The development would be restricted to purpose-built rental for at least 20 years. Council will also consider an appointment to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee and a request from York Regional Police regarding first responder communications.

• Rezoning of Dovedale Drive lands from Rural (RU) to Medium Density Urban Residential (R3-71) and Open Space (OS-131)
• Proposed development restricted to purpose-built rental for minimum 20 years
• Reservation of 54.8 persons equivalent of sanitary sewer and water allocation
• Conveyance of open space/environmental lands to Town at no charge
• Appointment to fill vacancy on Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

Council approved an application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 to rezone lands on the south side of Dovedale Drive in Keswick from Rural to site-specific Medium Density Urban Residential and Open Space for a purpose-built rental development. The approval includes a 20-year rental tenure restriction, reservation of 54.8 persons equivalent of sanitary sewer and water allocation, and conveyance of open space lands to the Town. Council also received a delegation from a resident about wetland mapping and flood line concerns, and dealt with several correspondence items and a closed session appointment to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee.

• Approved rezoning of Dovedale Drive lands from Rural (RU) to Medium Density Urban Residential (R3-71) and Open Space (OS-131) for Greengate Village Limited (Carried)
• Approved 20-year purpose-built rental tenure restriction and restrictive covenant on title (Carried)
• Reserved 54.8 persons equivalent of sanitary sewer and water allocation for up to 2 years, rescinded if no site plan by March 24, 2025 or building permit by March 24, 2026 (Carried)
• Authorized conveyance of Open Space/Environmental lands to the Town at no charge and no parkland credit (Carried)
• Received delegation from Elisa Dong regarding wetland GPS mapping and flood line concerns (Carried)
• Referred York Regional Police Services Board correspondence on First Responder Communications to CAO's office (Carried)
• Supported Town of Lincoln position on increased funding for libraries and museums (Carried)
• Deferred correspondence on Ontario Works and ODSP rate increases pending CAO review of York Region position (Carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on local trails and active transportation infrastructure. Items include a map of existing trails, new bollard locations for 2024, and planned lighted intersections. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Map of Existing Trails within the Town of Georgina
• New Bollard Locations for 2024 update by Manager of Operations
• Planned Lighted Intersections update by Regional Councillor Davison
• Adoption of minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting

Georgina Appeals Committee - STRA

The Georgina Appeals Committee (STRA) is meeting to consider two variance applications from property owners seeking approval to operate short-term rental accommodations (STRA) within 100 metres of existing licensed STRA operations. The agenda also includes routine items such as appointment of chair, approval of minutes, and other procedural matters.

• STRA Variance Application SV24-23: Carlo Ladisa, 148 Moore's Beach Road, Pefferlaw — request to operate within 100 metres of an existing licenced STRA
• STRA Variance Application SV24-24: Melika Zadeh Tahmasebi, 77 De La Salle Boulevard, Jackson's Point — request to operate within 100 metres of an existing licenced STRA
• Adoption of minutes from October 30, 2023 meeting

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving branch and financial reports, and introducing a new board member. They will also review the Director/CEO evaluation policy and discuss attending a library conference. The board will move into closed session to discuss non-union and CEO compensation matters.

• Introduction of new Board Member Alicia Braund
• Review of Director/CEO Evaluation policy
• Closed session on compensation matters for non-union staff and CEO
• Financial statements for December 2023 year-end and February 2024
• Discussion of Annual Institute on Library as Place (June 17-18, Mississauga)

The Board approved a new Other Rates and Fees Policy following a presentation on Maker Space equipment pricing. Most other agenda items, including financial statements and the CEO update, were deferred to the April meeting.

• Adopted Other Rates and Fees Policy for Maker Space equipment (Carried)
• Directed HR to proceed as directed regarding non-union and CEO compensation (Carried)
• Deferred adoption of February 15, 2024 minutes to April 18, 2024
• Deferred Branch Report, Work Plan Update, and Financial Statements to April 18, 2024
• Deferred CEO, Board Chair, and Friends of the Library updates to April 18, 2024
• Deferred Director/CEO Evaluation policy review to April 18, 2024

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two consent applications to create new residential lots and one minor variance application. Staff recommend approval of all three applications, subject to conditions. The meeting will also include routine procedural items.

• Consent application B01-24 to sever land at 44 Edith Street, Jackson's Point to create one new residential lot
• Consent applications B17-23 and B02-24 to sever land at 9537 Morning Glory Road, Pefferlaw to create two new residential lots
• Minor variance application A20-23 at 586 Lake Drive East for relief from zoning bylaws including front yard setback and accessory structure setbacks
• April 3, 2024 meeting cancelled; next meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024

The Committee of Adjustment approved two consent applications to create new residential lots and one minor variance application for property setbacks. All approvals are subject to a 20-day appeal period and a two-year window to meet conditions.

• Approved Consent Application B01-24 to create one new residential lot at 44 Edith Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Applications B17-23 and B02-24 to create two new residential lots at 9537 Morning Glory Road and s/s Morning Glory Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A20-23 for dwelling and accessory structure setbacks at 586 Lake Drive East (Unanimous)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting on March 12, 2024. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and declarations of interest, plus general information items on the town's 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and Facility Accessibility Design Standards. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review of 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Review of Facility Accessibility Design Standards
• Adoption of February 6, 2024 meeting minutes

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the Town's 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the Facility Accessibility Design Standards. The committee also adopted the minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting.

• Approved March 12, 2024 Agenda
• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved 2018-2022 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Approved Facility Accessibility Design Standards

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets to hear presentations on a countryside zoning bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture-related uses, and on stormwater rates. The committee will also discuss regional ditching and illegal dumping on rural properties, and adopt minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation on Countryside Zoning Bylaw for farm diversified and agriculture related uses
• Update on Stormwater Rates from a February 28, 2024 Council presentation
• Regional ditching update from Regional Councillor Davison
• Discussion on illegal dumping on rural properties (deferred from Feb 6 meeting)
• Adoption of minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee met on March 12, 2024 and approved its agenda and the February 6, 2024 minutes. It deferred an update on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw on farm diversified and agriculture-related uses to its April 16, 2024 meeting. Updates on stormwater rates and regional ditching were also deferred to April 16, and staff were asked to bring back information on illegal dumping at that same meeting. All recorded resolutions carried; no substantive decisions were finalized.

• Approved the March 12, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved the February 6, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (carried)
• Deferred Countryside Zoning Bylaw update on farm diversified and agriculture-related uses to April 16, 2024 (carried)
• Deferred stormwater rates update to April 16, 2024 after public consultation (carried)
• Deferred Regional Ditching update from Regional Councillor Davison to April 16, 2024 (carried)
• Directed staff liaison Brittany Dobrindt to bring illegal dumping information to the April 16, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will consider a sign bylaw relief application for a digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road, with staff recommending denial. They will also receive the 2023 annual drinking water summary report and the 2023 remuneration and expenses report for Council and local board appointees. Two delegations are scheduled: one seeking endorsement of a revised traffic management plan for the Georgina Spring Fling and Marathon, and another presenting the billboard application.

• Sign bylaw relief application for digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road (Report LS-2024-0008) – staff recommends denial
• 2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report (Report OID-2024-0001) – includes water quality and inspection reports
• 2023 Remuneration and Expenses for Council and Council Appointees to Local Boards (Report DCAO-2024-0002)
• Delegation from Endurance Event Productions requesting endorsement of revised traffic management plan for Georgina Spring Fling (May 5) and Georgina Marathon (September 8)
• Delegation from Eye Candy Ads regarding the digital billboard application

Council denied a sign bylaw relief application to erect a digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road, while directing Economic Development staff to discuss other potential uses for the property and consider updates to the digital signage policy. Council also directed staff to proceed with implementing Automated Speed Enforcement in the Town and to provide an information report in Q2 of 2024. Council endorsed a revised traffic plan for the annual Georgina Marathon along Lake Drive, received the 2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report, and endorsed a Down Syndrome flag-raising and proclamation for March 21st. All recorded resolutions carried; no vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Denied sign bylaw relief for a digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road (carried)
• Directed staff to implement Automated Speed Enforcement and report back in Q2 2024 (carried)
• Endorsed revised traffic plan for the annual Georgina Marathon along Lake Drive (carried)
• Received 2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report (carried)
• Received 2023 remuneration and expenses report for Council and local board appointees (carried)
• Endorsed Down Syndrome flag-raising and proclaimed March 21st as Georgina Down Syndrome Day (carried)
• Directed Economic Development staff to discuss potential opportunities at 2354 Ravenshoe Road and consider digital signage policy updates (direction)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0021 confirming the March 6, 2024 proceedings (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This special Council meeting was requested to learn more about housing and homelessness through the Region of York. Council heard from multiple presenters, including York Region staff, Blue Door, The Salvation Army, and local health and community organizations, on the current state of homelessness, affordable housing, and services in Georgina. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• York Region allocated $36.7M in provincial Homelessness Prevention Program funds and $13.3M from Regional tax levy in 2023/24
• 37 known encampment locations in Georgina
• York Region has 7,000 subsidized and market rental units across 43 housing providers; wait list times are 7-10 years
• Georgina has less than 300 purpose-built rental units and 22 affordable housing units (accessory apartments/basement suites)
• Province provided $1.4M for a Primary Care Clinic in Georgina with mobile care component

Council unanimously approved a directive for staff to pursue several housing and homelessness initiatives. This includes requesting permanent seasonal shelters from York Region and exploring partnerships for rental housing. Staff will also propose $25,000 in annual funding for the Georgina Food Pantry in the 2025 budget.

• Approved directive to request permanent 7-day/week seasonal shelters from York Region (7-0)
• Approved directive to consult with Treasure Hill and others on multi-unit rental and entry-level ownership housing (7-0)
• Approved directive to propose $25,000 annual funding for Georgina Food Pantry in 2025 budget (7-0)
• Approved directive to consult United Way on creating deeply affordable housing units (7-0)
• Approved directive to review Town-owned lands for purpose-built rental and affordable units (7-0)
• Approved directive to consult industry partners on accessory apartment units in new housing (7-0)
• Received presentations on homelessness and housing in Georgina and York Region (Carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: appointing a chair and vice chair, adopting minutes from January 30, and receiving updates. The agenda includes a 2024 budget update from the Manager of Recreation Services, 2023 service statistics from the Georgina Community Food Pantry, and informational reports on York Region's socio-economic makeup and Town of Georgina economic statistics.

• 2024 GEDAC Budget update by Patti White, Manager of Recreation Services
• Georgina Community Food Pantry 2023 service statistics
• York Region 'Village of 100' socio-economic report based on 2021 Census
• Town of Georgina Economic Statistics report
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee appointed its leadership for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term. The committee approved the 2024 budget and several community data updates. Members also initiated planning for a Pan-African Flag Raising event.

• Appointed Mayor Margaret Quirk as Chair (Carried)
• Appointed Councillor Biggerstaff as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Approved 2024 GEDAC budget including $5,000 for miscellaneous and $1,000 for honorariums (Carried)
• Approved 2021 community survey results update (Carried)
• Approved 2023 Georgina Food Pantry service statistics update (Carried)
• Approved updates on York Region socio-economic makeup and Town economic statistics (Carried)
• Directed Patti White to contact Black Excellence Society to plan August 1, 2024 event (Carried)
• Approved Town of Georgina Pride Month plans (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two consent applications that would sever land to create new residential building lots. Staff recommend approval for both, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, declarations of interest, and approval of previous minutes.

• Consent Application B14-23 for 323 Winnifred Drive, Keswick to sever one new residential lot
• Consent Applications B15-23 and B16-23 for 106 Victoria Road, Udora to sever two new residential lots
• Conditions include survey, deed, demolition, water/sewage capacity, and Regional Municipality of York confirmation

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application B14-23 at 323 Winnifred Drive in Keswick to sever one new residential building lot, and approved Consent Applications B15a-23 and B15b-23 at 106 Victoria Road in Udora to create two new residential building lots. Both approvals carry conditions and a 20-day appeal period with two years to meet all conditions. The Udora approval added a condition requiring a professional surveyor to determine the location of trees near Polva Promenade. The minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Consent Application B14-23 at 323 Winnifred Drive, Keswick, to sever one new residential building lot (Carried Unanimously)
• Approved Consent Applications B15a-23 and B15b-23 at 106 Victoria Road, Udora, to create two new residential building lots (Carried Unanimously)
• Added condition to B15a-23/B15b-23 requiring a professional surveyor to determine the location of trees near Polva Promenade
• Deferred minutes of the February 21, 2024 meeting to the next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (Carried Unanimously)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to hear a consultant's presentation on stormwater rate assessment, consider reports on the 2024 economic development and tourism strategy, cemetery capital improvements, the 2023 audit plan, short-term rental licensing fees, community services fees, and completion of the environmental assessment for the Old Shiloh Road Bridge. Council will also consider several dispositions from other municipalities and a bylaw to remove a councillor from committees.

• Presentation by consultant on Stormwater Rate Assessment
• 2024 Town of Georgina Economic Development and Tourism Strategy (Report SI-2024-0003)
• Short Term Rental Accommodation Licensing – Proposed User Fees (Report LS-2024-0004)
• Completion of Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Old Shiloh Road Bridge (Report OID-2024-0003)
• Bylaw 2024-0017 to remove Councillor Genge from Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture and Georgina Appeals Committees

Council decided to replace the single-lane Old Shiloh Road Bridge with a two-lane bridge. Other key actions included approving budgets for cemetery improvements and updating community service and short-term rental fees.

• Approved replacing Old Shiloh Road Bridge with a two-lane bridge
• Approved $96,200 plus HST for Keswick Cemetery improvements
• Approved $66,360 plus HST for Mann Cemetery improvements (6-1)
• Approved amendments to Short-Term Rental Accommodation Licensing user fees
• Endorsed the 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy
• Approved the Audit Plan for the 2023 Fiscal Year
• Adopted revised Community Services Fees and Charges 2024-2027 (4-3)
• Supported Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation landholding application for 969 Lake Drive North

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy and the 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives, and to discuss the Countryside Zoning Bylaw. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and declarations of interest.

• Update on Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy by Development Services
• Update on 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives by Strategic Initiatives
• Discussion of Countryside Zoning Bylaw with Development Services
• Adoption of minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee received updates on the Town's Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy and 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives. The committee recommended defining terms like tree damage and heritage trees, investigating Aurora's tree appraisal program, and creating a Tree Protection Bylaw; staff will report back on April 2, 2024. The committee also heard that the Countryside Zoning Bylaw has been appealed by two property owners and will go to Council on March 25, 2024, with a further staff report expected in Q2 2024. All resolutions were carried; no substantive decisions beyond receiving presentations and updates were made.

• Approved the February 27, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes from the January 30, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Received Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy presentation (carried)
• Received 2023-2027 Environmental Sustainability Initiatives presentation (carried)
• Received Countryside Zoning Bylaw update (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:12pm (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications. One seeks relief from zoning bylaws for a new dwelling at 281 Hillcrest Road, and the other for an accessory structure at Duclos Point Park. Staff have recommended approval for both, subject to conditions.

• Minor Variance A18-23 and A19-23 for 281 Hillcrest Road: relief for lot coverage, front yard setback, and side yard setback for a new three-storey dwelling
• Minor Variance A28-23 for Duclos Point Road: relief to allow a 1-metre west property line setback for an accessory structure, instead of the required 9 metres
• Approvals subject to conditions, including confirmation from the Town's Development Engineering Division and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Conditions must be fulfilled within two years of the Notice of Decision

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Applications A18-23 and A19-23 for 281 Hillcrest Road, allowing reduced lot coverage, front yard setback, and interior side yard relief for two new single detached dwellings. It also approved Minor Variance Application A28-23 for Duclos Point Road, permitting a 1-metre west property line setback for an accessory structure instead of the required 9 metres. Both approvals are subject to conditions and a 20-day appeal period. The February 5, 2024 minutes were adopted as amended, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved Minor Variance Applications A18-23 and A19-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road for reduced lot coverage, front yard setback, and interior side yard relief (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A28-23 at Duclos Point Road for a 1-metre west property line setback for an accessory structure (unanimous)
• Adopted the February 5, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss transportation-related matters. The agenda includes an update on 2024 construction plans and a proposed off-road vehicle bylaw. The meeting will also cover routine items such as approving minutes and declarations of interest.

• Update on 2024 construction plans by Niall Stocking, Manager of Operations
• Proposed Off-Road Vehicle Bylaw report
• Adoption of minutes from January 16, 2024 meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 16, 2024. Members received updates on the Town's 2024 construction plans and a proposed Off-Road Vehicle Bylaw.

• Approved February 20, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved January 16, 2024 Meeting Minutes (Carried)
• Received update on Town's 2024 construction plans (Carried)
• Received update on Proposed Off-Road Vehicle Bylaw (Carried)

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment application for lands on Dovedale Drive, Keswick, submitted by Greengate Village Limited. The meeting includes a public hearing on the application, after which staff will report back to Council. The rest of the agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, reports, and a confirming bylaw.

• Public meeting on zoning by-law amendment application 03.1182 for Dovedale Drive, Keswick (Greengate Village Limited)
• Report DS-2024-0007 on the zoning amendment application
• Confirming bylaw 2024-0015 to approve Council proceedings of February 14, 2024

Council held a statutory public meeting on an application by Greengate Village Limited to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 for a 20-unit purpose-built rental townhouse development on the south side of Dovedale Drive in Keswick. Council received Report DS-2024-0007 and directed staff to report back after assessing Town department, agency and public comments, with written notice of the next meeting to anyone who requested it. Council also received Report LS-2024-0007 on a Georgina Public Library Board vacancy, discussed the confidential attachment in closed session, and directed the Clerk's Division to prepare the appointment bylaw. No rezoning decision was made; no bylaws were passed other than the confirming bylaw.

• Received Report DS-2024-0007 on the Greengate Village Dovedale Drive rezoning application; no decision on the application itself (Carried)
• Directed staff to report back after assessing Town department, external agency and public comments on the Dovedale Drive application (Carried)
• Directed staff to give two weeks' written notice of the next Council meeting to parties who requested notification (Carried)
• Convened into Closed Session at 8pm on a personal matter about an identifiable individual (Carried)
• Reconvened at 8:13pm and reported on Closed Session matters (Carried)
• Directed staff to proceed and delegated the Mayor and Clerk authority to execute the necessary bylaw regarding Report LS-2024-0007 (Carried)
• Received Report LS-2024-0007 on the Georgina Public Library Board vacancy and directed the Clerk's Division to prepare the appointment bylaw (Carried)
• Passed Bylaw 2024-0015 confirming the February 14, 2024 Council proceedings (Carried)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding its regular meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and declarations of interest. The substantive items are reports and updates on economic development, including verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, plus a round table discussion. General information items include income tax clinics and a revised 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approval of November 6, 2023 minutes
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update from Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update from South Lake Community Futures
• General information: Community Action Table income tax clinics and revised 2024 meeting schedule

The committee reviewed a five-year strategy based on stakeholder consultations, which will be presented to Council on February 28. Members discussed improving digital presence for local businesses and potential beachfront vendor pilot projects. The committee was formally renamed the Economic Development Advisory Committee.

• Approved February 12, 2024 Agenda
• Approved November 6, 2023 Minutes
• Received Economic Development Updates
• Received Chamber of Commerce verbal update
• Received Round Table Discussion updates
• Received General Information Items
• Confirmed committee name change to Economic Development Advisory Committee

Council Meeting

Georgina Council is meeting to consider several reports and bylaws, including endorsing master plans for the Keswick and Pioneer cemeteries, reviewing cemetery operations, and establishing fees for electric vehicle charging stations. Council will also vote on zoning amendments and part-lot control removals for specific properties, and hear presentations from community groups.

• Endorse Keswick Cemetery Master Plan and Pioneer Cemeteries Management Plan (capital improvements)
• Bylaw 2024-0012 to establish fees for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Zoning bylaw amendment for Ballymore Development, Part of Lot 15, Concession 3, The Queensway North
• Part lot control removal for 9 Biscayne Blvd and Cliff Thompson Court
• Proclamations for Epilepsy Awareness Month and Seniors' Month

Council received a Cemetery Operations Review and directed staff to take over management of the Town's municipally-owned cemeteries, with the Clerk's Division to prepare bylaws. Council also endorsed in principle the Keswick Cemetery Master Plan and Pioneer Cemeteries Management Plans, subject to annual budget deliberations. Several zoning and part-lot-control bylaws were adopted, and a closed-session personnel matter regarding a Georgina Public Library Board appointment was resolved. Most other items were received or referred to staff or the February 28 agenda.

• Directed staff to manage Town-owned cemeteries; Clerk to prepare bylaws (Carried)
• Endorsed in principle Keswick Cemetery Master Plan and Pioneer Cemeteries Management Plans, subject to budget (Carried)
• Adopted zoning amendment Bylaw 500-2024-0002 for Ballymore Development (Georgina) Corp, The Queensway North (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0009 removing lands from Part Lot Control, 9 Biscayne Blvd (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0010 removing lands from Part Lot Control, Cliff Thompson Court (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0011 amending parking regulations on private property (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2024-0012 establishing fees for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (Carried)
• Received Hospice Georgina presentation; land donation and financial support requests referred to CAO and Strategic Initiatives (Carried)

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee meets to approve minutes from December 12, 2023, and review the 2023 livestock kill report. Staff will present the Countryside Zoning Bylaw for committee approval. The agenda also includes discussions on regional ditching and illegal dumping on rural properties.

• Approval of the 2023 Livestock Kills report
• Presentation and approval of the Countryside Zoning Bylaw
• Discussion of Regional Ditching
• Discussion of Illegal Dumping on Rural Properties

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee met on February 6, 2024, and approved its agenda and the minutes from its December 12, 2023 meeting. The committee approved a report on livestock kills for 2023 and a presentation on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw. It deferred discussion on illegal dumping on rural properties to its next meeting on March 12, 2024, and Regional Councillor Davison agreed to gather information on regional ditching for that same meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 PM.

• Approved the February 6, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes as presented (carried)
• Approved the report on livestock kills for 2023 as presented (carried)
• Approved the presentation on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw as presented (carried)
• Deferred discussion on illegal dumping on rural properties to the March 12, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:37 PM (carried)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility-related updates, including presentations on the Pefferlaw Park limestone screening trail expansion and accessible washroom renovations. The committee will also receive updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the process for new playground installations. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Presentation on Pefferlaw Park Limestone Screening Trail Expansion
• Presentation on Pefferlaw Park Accessible Washrooms
• Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Verbal update on process for new playground installations
• Adoption of minutes from November 7 and December 12, 2023 meetings

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee met on February 6, 2024, and approved the agenda and minutes from its November 7 and December 12, 2023 meetings. The committee received and approved presentations on the Pefferlaw Park Limestone Screening Trail Expansion, Pefferlaw Park Accessible Washrooms, the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and a verbal update on the process for new playground installations. All resolutions carried; no substantive decisions beyond accepting these updates were recorded.

• Approved February 6, 2024 agenda (carried)
• Approved November 7, 2023 minutes (carried)
• Approved December 12, 2023 minutes (carried)
• Approved Pefferlaw Park Limestone Screening Trail Expansion presentation (carried)
• Approved Pefferlaw Park Accessible Washrooms presentation (carried)
• Approved Multi-Year Accessibility Plan presentation (carried)
• Approved update on new playground installation process (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:15 am (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear one minor variance application for 23965 Woodbine Avenue. Staff recommend approving the application to allow open storage with a reduced side yard setback, subject to fire department confirmation. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Minor Variance Application A32-23 for 23965 Woodbine Ave to permit open storage where not normally allowed
• Request to reduce interior side yard setback from 6.0 m to 1.5 m for open storage
• Approval conditioned on fire department sign-off and completion within 2 years

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application to allow open storage and a reduced side yard setback at 23965 Woodbine Avenue. The approval is subject to a 20-day appeal period and requires fire department confirmation within two years.

• Approved Minor Variance Application A32-23 for open storage and a 1.5-metre side yard setback at 23965 Woodbine Avenue (Unanimous)
• Deferred minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will review updates on the Anti-Racism Policy and a corporate training budget request. Members will also hold a roundtable discussion regarding committee priorities.

• Verbal update on Anti-Racism Policy
• Verbal update on Equity and Diversity Corporate Training Budget Request
• Committee Orientation 2022-2026 presentation
• Roundtable discussion on Committee Priorities
• Black History Month events at Georgina Public Library

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee held its first meeting of 2024 on January 30, approving the agenda, the October 31, 2023 minutes, and receiving an orientation presentation. The committee approved verbal updates from Kelly Atkinson, Head of Human Resources, on the Town's Anti-Racism Policy and on an Equity and Diversity Corporate Training Budget Request. It also approved three general information items, the 2023 and 2024 committee schedule, and held a roundtable discussion on 2024 priorities. The meeting adjourned at 8:29pm.

• Approved January 30, 2024 agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved October 31, 2023 minutes as presented (carried)
• Received committee orientation presentation from Hillary Thompson (carried)
• Approved verbal update on Town's Anti-Racism Policy from Kelly Atkinson (carried)
• Approved verbal update on Equity and Diversity Corporate Training Budget Request from Kelly Atkinson (carried)
• Approved general information items: Black History Month events, Inclusion Charter for York Region update, Multi-Faith Calendar 2024 (carried)
• Approved 2023 and 2024 committee schedule as presented (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:29pm (carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee is meeting to hear two appeals of Dangerous Dog Orders. Owner Renee Blake of 115 Dunkirk Avenue, Sutton, appeals an order for the dog 'Qincy', and owners Andrew Knight and Irene (Irka) Dorosh of 272 Kenwood Avenue, Keswick, appeal an order for the dog 'River'. The committee will also appoint a chair, adopt minutes from August 15, 2023, and handle procedural items.

• Appeal 23-1703: Renee Blake, 115 Dunkirk Avenue, Sutton, appeals Dangerous Dog Order for 'Qincy'
• Appeal 23-3877: Andrew Knight & Irene (Irka) Dorosh, 272 Kenwood Avenue, Keswick, appeal Dangerous Dog Order for 'River'
• Adoption of minutes from August 15, 2023 meeting

The Appeals Committee upheld the Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Order for the dog 'Qincy' at 115 Dunkirk Avenue, rejecting the owner's appeal. A separate appeal for the dog 'River' at 272 Kenwood Avenue was deferred because the appellant could not attend. The committee also adopted the minutes from a previous meeting held in August 2023.

• Upheld Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Order for 'Qincy' (Appeal 23-1703)
• Deferred appeal for 'River' (Appeal 23-3877) to a later date
• Adopted minutes from August 15, 2023 meeting
• Approved agenda as amended with addendum correspondence

Council Meeting

Council will consider approving $296,827 in grants to six local organizations under the Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, plus a $1,659 reimbursement to the Duclos Point Property Owners. They will also receive an update on the EV ChargeON grant and decide whether to apply for EV charger installations at the new Civic Centre. A delegation from the Georgina Community Food Pantry will present 2023 statistics on local food insecurity.

• Grant disbursements: Routes Connecting Communities $34,200, Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture $125,000, The Skilled Trades Centre (GTTI) $50,000, Georgina Feral Cat Committee $6,000, Georgina Military Museum $25,000, Georgina Chamber of Commerce $56,627
• Reimbursement of $1,659 to Duclos Point Property Owners for a Minor Variance application for a pavilion/community shelter
• Reserve $51,514 of the $350,000 grant budget for Intake 2
• Direct staff to apply to EV ChargeON for EV charger installations at the Replacement Civic Centre, with a $20,000 cost-share
• Proclamation request: 'Optimist Day' on February 1, 2024, and flag flying from Feb 1-15 for the club's 75th anniversary

Georgina Council approved a series of non-profit organization grants at its January 24, 2024 meeting, including $110,000 to the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture, $64,000 to the Georgina Chamber of Commerce, $50,000 to the Skilled Trades Centre (GTTI), $44,200 to Routes Connecting Communities, $25,000 to the Georgina Military Museum, and $6,000 to the Georgina Feral Cat Committee. Council also reserved $50,800 of the $350,000 grant budget for a second intake and referred Hospice Georgina to staff for further discussion. A motion to grant the Skilled Trades Centre $45,000 was defeated, and a motion to grant the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture $100,000 failed for lack of a seconder. Council also directed staff to apply for an EV charging grant, adopted a new procurement bylaw, and received a closed-session update on CUPE 905.13 labour negotiations.

• Approved $110,000 grant to Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture; remaining $15,000 request to be reviewed in Intake 2 (Carried)
• Motion to grant Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture $100,000 failed for lack of a seconder
• Motion to grant Skilled Trades Centre (GTTI) $45,000 defeated
• Approved $50,000 grant to Skilled Trades Centre (GTTI) with resident-priority registration (Carried)
• Approved $44,200 grant to Routes Connecting Communities for transportation services (Carried)
• Approved $64,000 grant to Georgina Chamber of Commerce (Carried)
• Approved $25,000 grant to Georgina Military Museum (Carried)
• Approved $6,000 grant to Georgina Feral Cat Committee (Carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting on January 23, 2024, at the Town of Georgina Civic Centre. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and general information items. Two specific items are listed for discussion: the Countryside Zoning Bylaw and a letter from MP Scot Davidson opposing the federal carbon tax.

• Discussion of Countryside Zoning Bylaw
• Letter from MP Scot Davidson opposing federal carbon tax
• Adoption of minutes from November 21, 2023 meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 21, 2023. Discussion on the Countryside Zoning Bylaw was deferred to the February 27, 2024 meeting. The committee also formally received a letter from MP Scot Davidson regarding opposition to the Federal Carbon Tax.

• Approved January 23, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved November 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Deferred Countryside Zoning Bylaw to February 27, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Received Federal Carbon Tax opposition letter from MP Scot Davidson (Carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear and likely decide on three applications: a consent to sever a residential lot at 357 Lake Drive North, a minor variance for a tall fence at 593 Duclos Point Road, and a combined consent and three minor variances at 281 Hillcrest Road. Staff recommend approval for all, subject to conditions. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, minutes, and adjournment.

• Consent B16-23: sever one new residential lot at 357 Lake Drive North, Keswick
• Minor Variance A26-23: allow 3.05m high fence around tennis court at 593 Duclos Point Road, with reduced front setbacks
• Consent B12-23 and Minor Variances A18-23, A19-23, A30-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road, Keswick
• All approvals subject to conditions including surveys, deeds, and agency confirmations

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application B16-23 to sever 357 Lake Drive North in Keswick and create one new residential building lot, subject to conditions and a 20-day appeal period. It also approved Minor Variance A26-23 for a 3.05-metre chain link fence around a tennis court at 593 Duclos Point Road, and approved Consent B12-23 and Minor Variance A30-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road. Minor Variance Applications A18-23 and A19-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road were deferred to address a site triangle issue. The December 11, 2023 minutes were adopted.

• Approved Consent B16-23 to sever 357 Lake Drive North, Keswick into one new residential lot, with conditions and a 20-day appeal period (carried)
• Approved Minor Variance A26-23 for a 3.05 m chain link fence around a tennis court at 593 Duclos Point Road (carried unanimously)
• Approved Consent B12-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road (carried unanimously)
• Approved Minor Variance A30-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road (carried unanimously)
• Deferred Minor Variance Applications A18-23 and A19-23 at 281 Hillcrest Road to address the site triangle (carried unanimously)
• Adopted the December 11, 2023 meeting minutes (carried unanimously)
• Adjourned the meeting (carried unanimously)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and reports, including a proposed off-road vehicle bylaw, updates to the procurement policy, and a sign bylaw relief application. Council will also vote on establishing water and sewer service rates, amending various fees, and a zoning bylaw amendment for Platinum Homes at 1933 Metro Road North. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a closed session for legal advice.

• Bylaw 2024-0003 permitting off-road vehicles on specified municipal roads
• Bylaw 2024-0001 and 2024-0002 establishing water and sewer service rates
• Zoning bylaw amendment 500-2024-0001 for Platinum Homes, 1933 Metro Road North
• Sign bylaw relief for two oversized real estate signs at Lake Drive East, Plan 208, Lots 20 & 21
• Procurement policy updates and adoption of Bylaw 2024-0004

Council approved a new bylaw permitting off-road vehicles on specified municipal roads and established new water and sewer service rate structures. The Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) is scheduled to officially open on March 2nd. A sign bylaw relief application for Lake Drive East was referred back to staff for further discussion.

• Enacted Off-Road Vehicle Bylaw 2024-0003 (Carried)
• Approved water service rate structure Bylaw 2024-0001 (Carried)
• Approved sewer service rate structure Bylaw 2024-0002 (Carried)
• Referred sign bylaw relief for Lake Drive East back to staff (Carried)
• Approved amendments to dog license and adoption fees via Bylaw 2024-0005 (Carried)
• Approved zoning amendment for Platinum Homes at 1933 Metro Road North (Carried)
• Received 2024 adopted budget of $118,755,710 (Carried)
• Directed Town Solicitor to proceed with litigation indemnification matter (Carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting on January 16, 2024, at the Civic Centre. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, minutes, and reports, with one substantive item under other business: a previous initiative from the Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee regarding the Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail.

• Discussion of previous initiative from Georgina Trails and Active Transportation Advisory Committee
• Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail mentioned as item under other business
• Adoption of minutes from November 14, 2023 meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 14, 2023. Members received an update stating that the Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail was completed in 2024 as a paved, AODA compliant trail.

• Approved January 16, 2024 Agenda (Carried)
• Approved November 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes (Carried)
• Received update on Danny Wheeler Memorial All Access Trail completion (Carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) is meeting to hear two appeals against property standards orders issued for properties at 93 and 97 Burke Street in Sutton. The agenda also includes routine items such as appointing a chair, approving the agenda, and adopting minutes from the October 23, 2023 meeting.

• Property Standards Appeal 22-3679 by owner 1446696 Ontario Inc. for 93 Burke Street, Sutton
• Property Standards Appeal 22-3678 by owner Kingsberg Development Corp. for 97 Burke Street, Sutton
• Adoption of minutes from October 23, 2023 Property Standards meeting