Goderich public meetings in 2021

Goderich Fire Committee

The Goderich Fire Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine procedural items and to consider approving the 2022 Draft Fire Budget and the 2022 Draft Fire Reserve Fund Budget. The main decision is whether to approve these budget documents.

• 2022 Draft Fire Budget approval
• 2022 Draft Fire Reserve Fund Budget approval
• Adoption of meeting agenda and minutes

The Goderich Fire Committee approved the 2022 Draft Fire Budget and authorized a letter to the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh and the Municipality of Central Huron requesting approval to purchase a tanker truck for $425,000, funded by Town of Goderich Reserve Fund borrowings. The meeting was procedural and included no other substantive decisions.

• Approved 2022 Draft Fire Budget (carried)
• Approved letter requesting authorization for $425,000 tanker truck purchase (carried)

Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board meeting on December 21, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board approved the 2022 landfill budget and reserve fund budget, and authorized the Treasurer to invest $763,000 (less $250,000) in a one-year GIC with BMO Nesbitt Burns. The board also approved accounts totaling $73,673.08, appointed Takalo & Burt as auditors for the 2021 financial statements, and scheduled 2022 meetings. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 2022 Mid-Huron Landfill budget (carried)
• Approved investment of $763,000 less $250,000 in one-year GIC with BMO Nesbitt Burns (carried)
• Approved accounts ending December 10, 2021 in amount of $73,673.08 (carried)
• Authorized Treasurer to move bond investments to high interest rate account (carried)
• Appointed Takalo & Burt as auditors for 2021 financial statements (carried)
• Scheduled 2022 meetings: March 15, June 14, September 13, December 13 at 10:00 a.m. (carried)
• Directed review of post-closure funding for late 2022 (carried)

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on December 21, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee is meeting virtually to approve the 2022 meeting schedule, discuss a business development lead description from HM Aero, and consider construction of a new hangar. The committee will also review its strategic plan and may enter a closed session to discuss property matters.

• Approve 2022 meeting schedule
• Discuss HM Aero business development lead description
• Construction of new hangar
• Strategic plan moving forward
• Possible closed session on property matters

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee approved its 2022 meeting schedule and requested staff to prepare a report on constructing a new hangar at the airport, citing full occupancy and revenue potential. The committee also deferred discussion of a draft job description for an Airport Business Development Lead to the next meeting. The meeting ended early at 3:00 p.m. due to loss of quorum after a closed session on property matters, with no substantive decisions reported from the closed session.

• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (carried)
• Requested staff report on new hangar construction (carried)
• Deferred Airport Business Development Lead job description to next meeting
• Entered closed session on property matters (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:00 p.m. due to loss of quorum

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on December 15, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents to review.

Police Services Board

The Goderich Police Services Board is meeting to approve the agenda and October minutes, receive financial reports and the detachment commander's report, and consider correspondence including a new OPP collision reporting centre and the 2022 annual billing statement. The main decision is approval of the draft 2022 Police Services Budget, along with proposed 2022 meeting dates. The meeting is procedural and routine, with no public hearings or major policy changes listed.

• Draft 2022 Police Services Budget approval (Dept 1500 and 1550)
• 2022 Annual Billing Statement from OPP
• OPP introduces Collision Reporting Centre in Huron County
• Revenue and Expenditure Report to Dec 6, 2021 and General Ledger to Nov 30, 2021
• Proposed 2022 meeting dates, to be advertised per By-law 99 of 2019

The Goderich Police Services Board approved the draft 2022 Police Services Budget as presented, along with the proposed 2022 meeting dates. The board also received the December 2021 Detachment Commander report and approved financial reports. Treasurer Deanna Hastie noted rising OPP court security costs and a grant shortfall, with a response from the OPP to be circulated once received.

• Approved draft 2022 Police Services Budget (carried)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates and directed staff to advertise per By-law 99 of 2019 (carried)
• Approved Revenue and Expenditure Report to Dec 6, 2021 and General Ledger Detail Report to Nov 30, 2021 (carried)
• Received December 2021 Detachment Commander report for information (carried)
• Approved agenda and October 12, 2021 minutes (carried)

Council Meeting

Goderich Council is holding a public meeting to consider By-Law 158 of 2021, which sets various fees for the town, and will vote on a batch of by-laws covering agreements, contracts, and appointments. They will also approve accounts totaling over $1 million and discuss several staff reports, including an affordable housing plan and a short-term rental task force vacancy.

• Public meeting on By-Law 158-2021 to set 2022 fees
• Approval of accounts for period ending Dec 1, 2021: $1,007,090.88
• Direct monthly payments for November: $446,000.36
• Contract award to Clark Multi-Trade Contractors Inc. for $223,175.00 (Parsons Court booster pump generator)
• By-Law 156-2021: Part lot control exemption for Larry Otten on South Street

Goderich Council passed the 2022 Fee By-Law (158-2021) and several other by-laws, including a site plan agreement for 10 self-storage buildings on Mooney Street, a professional services agreement for an affordable housing plan, and a lease for part of the Maitland Valley Medical Centre. Two items were tabled: the Short Term Rental Task Force vacancy (By-Law 155-2021) and the Graphic Standards and Branding Guideline (By-Law 157-2021). Council also approved a $223,175 contract for a generator replacement and authorized winter maintenance of Rotary Cove Road.

• Approved 2022 Fee By-Law 158-2021 (carried)
• Approved By-Law 149-2021 for site plan agreement with Tim Stinson for 10 self-storage buildings (carried)
• Approved By-Law 150-2021 for Stantec agreement for affordable housing plan (carried)
• Approved By-Law 153-2021 for lease with Dr. T. Nicolae at Maitland Valley Medical Centre (carried)
• Tabled By-Law 155-2021 (Short Term Rental Task Force vacancy) and By-Law 157-2021 (Graphic Standards)
• Approved contract to Clark Multi-Trade Contractors Inc. for $223,175 for generator replacement (carried)
• Authorized winter maintenance of Rotary Cove Road (carried)
• Approved accounts payable of $1,007,090.88 and direct monthly payments of $446,000.36 (carried)

Environment Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE system and no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but the agenda provides no substantive content for residents.

Special Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council is holding a special virtual meeting focused on waterfront matters. Council will discuss the waterfront funding framework, review summer 2021 paid parking financial results, and receive minutes from the Community Economic Development Committee. Staff are seeking council direction on the waterfront item, while the other items are for information only.

• Discussion of waterfront funding framework
• Review of waterfront paid parking financial results for summer 2021
• Receipt of Community Economic Development Committee minutes from October 21, 2021
• Possible closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)
• Confirming by-law for meeting proceedings

Council voted to keep waterfront paid parking fees unchanged for 2022 and extended the paid parking season to run from May 15 to October 15 (6-1). They also approved several waterfront improvements, including new parking meters, beach sand restoration, landscaping, bike racks, and bench upgrades, with most items referred to the 2022 budget. A contract negotiation with Mr. Peever was authorized (6-1), and a public meeting will be held to gauge interest in a waterfront retail project.

• Kept waterfront paid parking fees status quo for 2022 (carried)
• Extended paid parking season to May 15–October 15 (6-1)
• Approved purchase of three additional parking meters (carried)
• Authorized beach sand restoration and stone removal, referred to 2022 budget (carried)
• Approved additional landscaping and two bike racks, referred to 2022 budget (carried)
• Deferred shoreline protection south of outfall for consultation (carried)
• Authorized negotiation with Mr. Peever for 2022 contract (6-1)
• Approved bench upgrades and deferred memorial bench requests (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on December 2, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved Heritage Permit Application 2021-021 for signage at 33 East Street without conditions, and Heritage Permit Application 2021-022 for signage at 44 East Street with the condition that the sign is not backlit. The committee also approved the 2022 meeting dates and received financial statements, noting a Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,933.83. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application 2021-021 (33 East Street signage) without conditions
• Approved Heritage Permit Application 2021-022 (44 East Street signage) with condition that sign is not backlit
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (monthly, 1:30 p.m.)
• Received and approved financial statements for period ending November 30, 2021
• Adopted November 4, 2021 minutes as printed
• Approved December 2, 2021 agenda as presented

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on November 29, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated agenda with no substantive content.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with no public business items. The only substantive item is a unanimous motion to enter closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering approval of the agenda, a confirming by-law, and adjournment.

• Unanimous motion to discuss personal matter about an identifiable individual in closed session
• Possible closed council meeting under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act
• By-Law No. 125 of 2021 to confirm proceedings of the meeting

Council met in special session and unanimously agreed to discuss a personal matter under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act. Council then entered closed session at 1:07 p.m. and reconvened at 2:25 p.m., with the solicitor reporting that Council received information, discussed the matter, and gave instruction. No other business was conducted, and a confirming by-law was passed before adjournment.

• Unanimously consented to discuss a personal matter under Section 239(2)(b)
• Approved the November 25, 2021 Special Council agenda as presented
• Moved into closed session at 1:07 p.m. for a personal matter
• Reconvened from closed session at 2:25 p.m.
• Received information and gave instruction on the personal matter
• Passed By-Law No. 147 of 2021 confirming the meeting's proceedings
• Adjourned at 2:30 p.m., scheduling next meeting for December 7, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

Council Meeting

Goderich Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a comprehensive waterfront report, the renewal of the Courthouse Square Sunday Market lease, and the draft 2022 fee by-law. They will also consider heritage permits, approve payments totaling over $1 million, and possibly enter closed session for property and personal matters.

• Accounts for period ending Nov 12, 2021: $676,193.83 approved for payment
• Direct monthly payments for October 2021: $404,210.20 approved
• Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-019 (4 Courthouse Square facade) recommended for denial
• Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-020 (24 Courthouse Square sign replacement) recommended for approval with conditions
• By-laws 140-145 of 2021: five T-hangar leases at airport and AZOV artifacts loan agreement

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine approvals and discuss several ongoing items. New business includes presenting a strategic plan to Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh and discussing the airport manager position. Unfinished business covers airport branding, a pending antique fly-in, joint opportunities with Bruce Power, and exploring funding models for feasibility and planning studies related to an official plan/zoning amendment.

• Presentation of Strategic Plan to Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh
• Discussion of Airport Manager Position
• Airport Branding update
• Antique Fly-In (pending)
• Exploration of funding models for feasibility/planning studies for Official Plan/Zoning Amendment

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee recommended the airport be renamed the Goderich Regional Airport, with branding to follow Town of Goderich guidelines. The committee also directed HM Aero to provide information and a job description for a potential Airport Development Coordinator position. The committee directed that the new airport website and kiosk go live immediately without further review. No direction was received in the closed session on property matters.

• Approved the November 18, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Adopted the minutes of the October 21, 2021 meeting as printed.
• Carried motion for HM Aero to provide information and a job description for an Airport Development Coordinator position.
• Carried motion to recommend the airport be named the Goderich Regional Airport with branding per Town of Goderich guidelines.
• Directed that the new airport website and kiosk go live as soon as possible with no further committee review.
• Moved into closed session at 4:00 p.m. for property matters under Section 239(2) a, c.
• Reported no direction was received in closed session.

Economic Development Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Economic Development Committee meeting on November 18, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on November 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

BIA Advertising, Events and Programming

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Advertising, Events and Programming meeting on November 16, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on November 10, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

Environment Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system with no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions listed. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no substantive business is documented in the provided text.

Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee meeting on November 9, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council is meeting to consider a public meeting and staff recommendation to defer Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments (GOD OPA13 and Z09-21) for 1695528 Ontario Inc. The agenda also includes approval of accounts totaling $549,554.59, several heritage permits, and multiple by-laws, including one to establish a Short Term Rental Task Force. Council will also discuss a funding request from the Salvation Army and a letter about crossing guards.

• Deferral of Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments (GOD OPA13 and Z09-21) for 1695528 Ontario Inc.
• Approval of accounts for period ending October 20, 2021: $549,554.59
• Heritage permits for soffit/fascia replacement at 70 and 72-76 Courthouse Square, window replacement at 108 East Street, sign replacement at 4 Courthouse Square, brick replacement at 128 Courthouse Square
• By-Law 135-2021: agreement with Howe Gastmeier Chapnik Limited for acoustical consulting services for 191 Suncoast Drive East and 295-299 Bayfield Road
• By-Law 130-2021: to add Short Term Rental Task Force to boards and committees

Council deferred a decision on an Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendment for a housing development (GOD OPA13 and Z09-21) due to outstanding agency comments, and approved $15,000 from the Restart Reserve for the Salvation Army to increase food supplies. Several other items were approved, including heritage permits, by-laws, and endorsements for Rotary Club projects.

• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments for 1695528 Ontario Inc. (GOD OPA13 and Z09-21)
• Approved $15,000 for Salvation Army food bank from Restart Reserve
• Endorsed Rotary Club pavilion at Columbus Park contingent on building permit
• Endorsed Rotary Club ping pong tables at Rotary Cove
• Approved accounts payable of $549,554.59
• Passed By-Laws 130-132 and 135-138 (appointments, parade, health & safety, noise review, employment terms, MPAC agreement)
• Deferred By-Laws 133-134 (Official Plan and Zoning amendments) consistent with deferral
• Tabled Courthouse Square Sunday Market lease renewal to November 22, 2021

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

The provided agenda text contains only interface labels and boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system, with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions listed. No meeting content is available to summarize.

The committee denied Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-019 for a facade at 4 Courthouse Square, recommending a new application with materials and colors consistent with the Town's Heritage District Plan. It also approved a motion to remove the canopy from the building in an upcoming proposal. Additionally, the committee approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-020 for signage at 24 Courthouse Square, with the condition that signs are not backlit.

• Denied Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-019 for 4 Courthouse Square facade (carried)
• Recommended canopy removal from 4 Courthouse Square in upcoming proposal (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-020 for signage at 24 Courthouse Square, with condition signs are not backlit (carried)
• Approved financial statements for period ending October 31, 2021 (carried)
• Approved printing 100 copies of Heritage Walks Brochure, cost split with Tourism Goderich (carried)

Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board

The agenda for the Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board meeting on October 27, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive information for residents.

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

The agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on October 27, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Communities in Bloom

This agenda for the Goderich, ON Communities in Bloom meeting on 2021-10-27 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or actionable topics are listed.

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved the proposed 2022 meeting dates and received updates on parks operations, including the adoption of a COVID-19 vaccination policy and a tree planting by-law. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved October 27, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted August 31, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (carried)

Economic Development Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Economic Development Committee meeting on 2021-10-21 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive information about what the committee will discuss or decide.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee is meeting virtually to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, and disclosing any conflicts of interest. The main discussion items are airport branding, airport bicycles, and an update on airport renovations. The committee will also revisit pending items on funding models for feasibility and planning studies, an antique fly-in, and joint opportunities with Bruce Power, and may enter a closed session for property matters.

• Discussion of airport branding
• Discussion of airport bicycles
• Update on airport renovations
• Pending: exploration of funding models for feasibility and planning studies for an Official Plan/Zoning Amendment
• Possible closed session under Section 239(2) a and c for property matters

The Goderich Municipal Airport Committee directed consultant HM Aero to develop regional branding options for the airport, to be presented to Town Council. It also approved sending a letter to Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh requesting consideration of hangar homes on airport lands during the Official Plan review. The committee referred the purchase of four new airport bicycles to the 2022 budget. No decisions were made on renovations, the antique fly-in, or Bruce Power opportunities.

• Directed HM Aero to facilitate regional branding options for Goderich Airport (carried)
• Referred purchase of 4 new airport bicycles to 2022 budget (carried)
• Approved letter to Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh re: hangar homes in Official Plan review (carried)
• Entered closed session for property matters (carried)
• Adjourned at 4:11 p.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 21, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application GOD C12-21 for 181 Oxford Street, subject to conditions including a survey, zoning amendment, tree planting, and a $500 cash-in-lieu of park dedication. The committee also reaffirmed the denial of Minor Variance Application GOD MV04-20, which was previously denied on October 13, 2021, because it was not minor in nature.

• Approved Consent Application GOD C12-21 for 181 Oxford Street with conditions (carried)
• Denied Minor Variance Application GOD MV04-20 (carried)
• Approved minutes of October 13, 2021 (carried)

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on October 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. The document is essentially empty of decisions or discussions.

Council Meeting

Goderich Council will hold public meetings and vote on Official Plan and zoning amendments for 191 Suncoast Drive East and 295-299 Bayfield Road, plus a new development charges by-law. They will also consider staff reports on budgets, grants, and policies, and possibly enter closed session for personal and property matters.

• Public meeting and by-laws for 191 Suncoast Drive East (OPA11, Z07-21) to rezone from C3-23 to R5-17
• Public meeting and by-laws for 295-299 Bayfield Road (OPA12, Z08-21) to rezone from C3/R2 to R5-18
• By-Law 123-2021 to update Development Charges
• By-Law 124-2021 to amend Compass Minerals lease for interim parking and pedestrian crossing
• Accounts payable of $1,344,722.52 and Truly Nolen account of $157.00

Council deferred two Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment applications (GOD OPA11/Z07-21 for 191 Suncoast Drive East, and GOD OPA12/Z08-21 for 295-299 Bayfield Road) until noise studies are completed and public comments are addressed. Council also approved payments including $1,344,722.52 in accounts, a $157.00 Truly Nolen account, and a $1,368.00 grant to Goderich Minor Hockey for public skating. Several by-laws were passed, including a new Development Charges By-Law and an agreement for acoustical consulting services.

• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment GOD OPA11 and Z07-21 (191 Suncoast Drive East)
• Deferred Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment GOD OPA12 and Z08-21 (295-299 Bayfield Road)
• Approved accounts for period ending October 7, 2021 in amount of $1,344,722.52
• Approved Truly Nolen account in amount of $157.00
• Authorized payment of $1,368.00 to Goderich Minor Hockey for 9 free public skate times
• Passed By-Law 123-2021, a new Development Charges By-Law
• Passed By-Law 121-2021 for acoustical consulting services agreement with Howe Gastmeier Chapnik Limited
• Passed By-Law 124-2021 authorizing lease amendment with Compass Minerals for interim parking

Environment Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Environment Committee meeting on October 13, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 13, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Committee of Adjustment denied Minor Variance Application GOD MV04-20 for 199 Anglesea Street. The decision was made after discussion of an odour study and a proposed agreement for odour controls. The motion to deny was carried.

• Approved the minutes of October 7, 2021.
• Denied Minor Variance Application GOD MV04-20 for 199 Anglesea Street.

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on October 13, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.

Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board

This agenda contains no substantive items—only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE software. No decisions, discussions, or listed agenda items are provided.

Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee meeting on October 12, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Police Services Board

The Goderich Police Services Board is meeting virtually to approve minutes, financial reports, and the September 2021 Detachment Commander Report. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of June 8 and September 14, 2021 board minutes
• Approval of Revenue and Expenditure Reports to October 7, 2021
• Approval of General Ledger Detail Reports to October 7, 2021
• Receipt of September 2021 Detachment Commander Report

The Goderich Police Services Board met virtually and approved the agenda, minutes from June and September 2021, and financial reports. The September 2021 Detachment Commander Report was received for information. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved October 12, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Approved June 8, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Approved Revenue and Expenditure Report to October 7, 2021 (carried)
• Approved General Ledger Detail Report to October 7, 2021 (carried)
• Received September 2021 Detachment Commander Report for information (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on October 7, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved all five heritage permit applications on the agenda, covering soffit, fascia, window, sign, and brick replacements. Three permits were approved with conditions, and two without. The committee also approved the financial statements and decided to meet in person following public health guidelines.

• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-014 for 70 Courthouse Square (soffit/fascia) with condition (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-015 for 72-76 Courthouse Square (soffit/fascia) with condition (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-016 for 108 East Street (window replacement) without conditions (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-017 for 4 Courthouse Square (sign replacement) with condition (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-018 for 128 Courthouse Square (brick replacement) without conditions (carried)
• Approved financial statements for period ending September 30, 2021 (carried)
• Decided to meet in person for workplan discussions per Huron Perth Public Health guidelines (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on October 7, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application (GOD C11-21) and a minor variance application (GOD MV06-21) for the property at 99 Lighthouse Street, subject to conditions including a $500 cash-in-lieu of park dedication and a one-year deadline to meet conditions. The previous minutes from June 3, 2021, were also approved.

• Approved consent application GOD C11-21 for 99 Lighthouse Street with conditions (carried)
• Approved minor variance application GOD MV06-21 for 99 Lighthouse Street with 24-month validity (carried)
• Approved minutes of June 3, 2021 (carried)

Council Meeting

Goderich Council will receive and approve the 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements, pass three by-laws including the Emergency Management Program, and consider staff reports on modernization funding, a childcare immunization policy, and heritage permits. The agenda also includes routine approvals of accounts and correspondence, plus a possible closed session for personal matters.

• Approve 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements
• By-Law 119-2021: Emergency Management Program
• By-Law 120-2021: COVID-19 infrastructure transfer payment agreement for Shoreline Erosion Rehabilitation
• By-Law 121-2021: Acoustical consulting services agreement with Howe Gastmeier Chapnik Limited
• Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-013 for 34 Kingston Street façade improvements

Council approved the 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements, extended the Courthouse Square Sunday Market lease for 2022, and approved several payments and by-laws. A proposal to make the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a paid holiday was tabled for more information. The Port Docks access proposal was referred back for revisions.

• Approved 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements (carried)
• Approved Truly Nolen account payment of $1,918.25 (carried)
• Approved accounts for period ending Sept 17, 2021: $204,084.41 (carried)
• Approved August 2021 direct monthly payments: $382,271.60 (carried)
• Tabled National Day for Truth and Reconciliation paid holiday item (carried)
• Granted extension to By-Law 75 of 2019 for Courthouse Square Sunday Market 2022 season (carried)
• Referred Port Docks access proposal back to GPMC for revisions (carried)
• Passed By-Laws 119-2021 and 120-2021 (Emergency Management Program and Infrastructure Agreement) (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 30, 2021. The agenda text is entirely procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. No substantive business is scheduled for this meeting.

BIA Advertising, Events and Programming

This is a procedural agenda for the Goderich Business Improvement Area (BIA) Advertising, Events and Programming committee meeting on September 20, 2021. The agenda contains no substantive items, only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE meeting software. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Council Meeting

Goderich Council held a regular meeting with several decisions: approving accounts totaling over $2 million, declaring airport land surplus, passing by-laws including a tree maintenance by-law and an HM Aero contract amendment, and appointing a Short Term Rental Task Force. The meeting also included a closed session for property matters.

• Approved accounts for period ending Sept 13, 2021: $2,053,201.30
• Approved July 2021 direct monthly payments: $371,932.71
• Declared 32.5 acres east of Dick Peters property surplus for disposal
• Passed By-Law 115-2021 for planting, maintaining, and removing trees on municipal property
• Passed By-Law 117-2021 amending HM Aero contract for airport economic development services

Council declared three 2.5-acre lots east of Dick Peevers' property at the airport as surplus and directed staff to follow land disposal procedures. Council also recommended making St. Andrew Street a one-way street with traffic flowing south to north, and will proceed with public consultation. A Short Term Rental Task Force was appointed, with Deputy Mayor Murdock and Councillor Hoy as Council representatives. By-Law 109-2021 on Human Resource Policies passed 5 to 1, with Councillor Bazinet abstaining.

• Declared 3 airport lots (2.5 acres each) east of Dick Peevers property as surplus, directing staff to follow disposal by-laws.
• Recommended St. Andrew Street become one-way with south-to-north traffic flow, proceeding to public consultation.
• Appointed a Short Term Rental Task Force, with Deputy Mayor Murdock and Councillor Hoy as Council representatives.
• Approved $91.00 Truly Nolen account payment (Councillor Bazinet declared conflict).
• Approved accounts for period ending September 13, 2021, totaling $2,053,201.30.
• Approved July 2021 direct monthly payments totaling $371,932.71.
• Passed By-Law 109-2021 (Human Resource Policies) by a 5-to-1 recorded vote, with one abstention.
• Passed By-Laws 105, 115, 116, and 117 of 2021, including the airport task force committee change and HM Aero consulting amendment.

Economic Development Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich, ON Economic Development Committee meeting on September 16, 2021. The agenda text contains only boilerplate and interface labels from the eSCRIBE system, with no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions listed. The meeting appears to be scheduled, but no substantive business is documented in the provided text.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force Committee is meeting to review the ACW 2021 Draft Official Plan and the HM Aero Goderich Airport Strategic Plan final report. The committee will also discuss pending items including financial support for feasibility studies, an antique fly-in, and joint opportunities with Bruce Power. The meeting may go into closed session for property matters.

• Review of ACW 2021 Draft Official Plan
• HM Aero - Goderich Airport Strategic Plan - Final Report - 2021.08.24
• Support for financial costs from Goderich, Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, and County of Huron for Official Plan/Zoning By-Law Amendment studies - pending
• Antique Fly-In - pending
• Bruce Power Joint Opportunities - pending

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force approved referring the Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (ACW) Official Plan draft to future consultation with ACW and Town of Goderich staff. The committee also received an update from Ben Crooks of HM Aero on the airport strategic plan, discussed economic benefits, and considered a possible presentation to Huron County Council. No further direction was given on economic analysis. The committee entered a closed session for property matters and directed staff to proceed as instructed.

• Approved agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 19 and August 26, 2021 meetings (carried)
• Referred ACW Official Plan draft to future staff consultation (carried)
• Entered closed session under Section 239(2) a and c for property matters (carried)
• Reconvened from closed session and directed staff to proceed as instructed (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:30 p.m. (carried)

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on September 15, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Police Services Board

The Goderich Police Services Board is meeting virtually to approve the agenda and April 2021 minutes, receive financial reports through August 31, 2021, and hear the Detachment Commander's report for June-August 2021. The board will also discuss a body-worn camera and in-car survey presented by Inspector Jason Younan, and receive updates from the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards regarding IOP Advisor updates.

• Approval of Revenue and Expenditure reports to August 31, 2021
• Receipt of June-August 2021 Detachment Commander Report
• Discussion of Body Worn Camera and In Car Survey by Inspector Jason Younan
• Information on All Chiefs Memo - IOP Advisor Updates from Holly Doty

The Goderich Police Services Board approved its agenda, financial reports, and the June-August 2021 Detachment Commander Report. The board also formally passed a motion fully supporting the Ontario Provincial Police's use of body-worn and in-car cameras, following an overview by CAO Hallahan. Correspondence from the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards was received for information. The meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m.

• Approved the September 14, 2021 agenda as presented
• Approved the Revenue and Expenditure report and General Ledger detail report to August 31, 2021
• Received the June-August 2021 Detachment Commander Report for information
• Approved a motion fully supporting the OPP's use of Body Worn Cameras and In Car Cameras
• Received correspondence from the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards for information
• Adjourned the meeting at 11:35 p.m.

Environment Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no decisions or discussions listed.

Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council is meeting to hold a public meeting on a Development Charges Background Study, receive the Goderich Airport Strategic Plan, and consider several by-laws including a lead service line replacement by-law. The agenda also includes approval of accounts totaling over $2 million, a possible closed session on harbour properties, and reports on various operational matters.

• Public meeting on Development Charges Background Study by BM Ross and Associates
• Presentation of Goderich Airport Strategic Plan by HM Aero Inc.
• Approval of accounts for period ending August 30, 2021: $1,676,659.78
• By-law 111-2021 to replace lead service lines on municipal property
• By-law 105-2021 for sublease with Fanshawe College at 33-35 St. David Street

Council approved developing a Community Improvement Plan focused on attainable housing and authorized staff to issue an RFP for a third-party review. Several by-laws were passed, including ones for a port expansion land reserve fund, lead service line replacement, and airport leases. A by-law for HR policies was tabled, and a musician-at-waterfront item was deferred to a special meeting.

• Approved development of Community Improvement Plan for attainable housing and RFP process (carried)
• Passed By-Law 108-2021 establishing Port Expansion Land Reserve Fund
• Passed By-Law 111-2021 to replace lead service lines on municipal property
• Passed By-Laws 112-2021 and 113-2021 for T-hangar leases at airport
• Tabled By-Law 109-2021 (Human Resource Policies)
• Deferred musician-at-waterfront item to special meeting with enforcement consultation
• Approved accounts totaling $1,676,659.78 and direct monthly payments of $380,706.79
• Approved Truly Nolen account of $911.40 (Councillor Bazinet declared conflict)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on 2021-09-02. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The meeting appears to be scheduled but with no substantive business detailed in the provided text.

The committee approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-013 for alterations to the building at 34 Kingston Street without conditions. It also agreed to advertise for a new committee member with a marine heritage background and authorized Bob Davis to order signs for the Boneyard and Bathing House at an approximate cost of $400. Financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2021, were received and approved, with the Heritage Reserve Fund balance at $55,875.96.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-013 (34 Kingston Street) without conditions.
• Approved advertising for a new committee member with a marine heritage background.
• Granted Bob Davis permission to order one sign for the Boneyard and two for the Bathing House, approximate cost $400.
• Received and approved financial statements for the General Fund and Reserve Funds for the period ending August 31, 2021.
• Adopted the September 2, 2021 agenda and the August 5, 2021 minutes as printed.

Communities in Bloom

This agenda for the Goderich, ON Communities in Bloom meeting on 2021-08-31 contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE software and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion points. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved a motion to support the 'Year of the Garden in 2022' and ask Council to declare it in Goderich. They also accepted the draft Tree Planting and Maintenance By-law with changes to prioritize native species and add potential planting locations. The committee agreed to fully participate in the national CiB program in 2022 if offered, inviting judges to town. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or deferred.

• Approved motion to support 'Year of the Garden in 2022' and ask Council to declare it (carried)
• Accepted Tree Planting By-law with changes: 'prioritization' of native species and added planting locations in Section 3 (carried)
• Approved full participation in CiB National Program 2022, inviting judges if offered (carried)
• Adopted August 31, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted June 16, 2021 minutes (carried)

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider the Goderich Airport Strategic Plan, with a final report from HM Aero attached. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of the agenda and possible closed session matters.

• Discussion of Goderich Airport Strategic Plan
• HM Aero - Goderich Airport Strategic Plan - Final Report - 2021.08.24.pdf
• Summarized Changes.pdf
• Possible closed session under Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force approved the Goderich Airport Strategic Plan and referred it to Goderich Town Council for consideration. Chair Lambert and HM Aero will present the plan to Council at the September 7, 2021 meeting. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned.

• Approved Goderich Airport Strategic Plan and referred to Town Council (carried)
• Approved August 26, 2021 special agenda (carried)
• Consented to discuss strategic plan at special meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 1:17 p.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on August 26, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion. The text is entirely template placeholders with no listed applications, hearings, or motions.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force Committee is meeting virtually to discuss airport operations and planning. Items include an antique airplane fly-in, yard maintenance, funding opportunities, and a strategic plan draft report. The committee will also review cost estimates for apron crack sealing and tie-down updates.

• Antique Airplane Fly In event discussion
• Cost estimates for apron crack sealing from Director of Operations
• Goderich Airport Strategic Plan draft report review
• Federal and provincial funding opportunities
• Email from Marilyn Bruinsma re: private airport event and thanks to Mayor Grace

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force voted to request that Goderich Town Council convert it from an ad hoc committee to a standing committee of council, and to continue retaining HM Aero's services. The committee also discussed organizing an antique airplane and car fly-in, received updates on maintenance and funding opportunities, and went into closed session for a personal issue.

• Requested conversion to Committee of Council (carried)
• Recommended retaining HM Aero services (carried)
• Agreed to explore organizing an antique airplane and car fly-in (discussed)
• Received update on apron crack sealing (vegetation removal recommended)
• Received update on tie-down installation (more to be installed)
• Received email from Marilyn Bruinsma for information
• Received Mayor Grace kiosk messaging update
• Went into closed session for personal issue (carried)

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on August 18, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface. No agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee

The Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee is meeting virtually to receive a presentation from Monteith Brown Planning Consultants on a communications strategy (CRNA Communications Plan v1.pdf), followed by a question-and-answer period and site-specific discussion. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no minutes to adopt and no unfinished or new business listed. A possible closed session may occur under the Municipal Act.

• Presentation of CRNA Communications Plan v1.pdf by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants
• Question and answer period with consultants
• Site-specific discussion on recreation review
• Possible closed committee session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act

The Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee approved the communications strategy for the Community Recreational Needs Assessment, as presented by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants. The committee confirmed that teens will be engaged separately from other stakeholders in stakeholder summits, and agreed to collect input from both residents and non-residents. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting is scheduled for early October 2021.

• Approved communications strategy for recreation needs assessment (carried)
• Confirmed separate teen engagement in stakeholder summits (carried)
• Agreed to include input from residents and non-residents in survey (carried)

Council Meeting

Goderich Council will hold a public meeting and vote on a zoning by-law amendment for 58 Elgin Avenue East, and consider several by-laws including a development agreement for eight new residential lots at 163 Elgin Avenue. They will also decide on a $467,740 tender for shoreline protection at the Dog Walk, approve accounts totaling $1,591,728.10, and receive updates on attainable housing, development charges, and a tree planting proposal.

• Public meeting and by-law for zoning amendment at 58 Elgin Avenue East (Z06-21)
• By-law 104-2021: development agreement for 8 new residential lots at 163 Elgin Avenue
• Tender award to Roubos Farm Service Ltd. for $467,740 for shoreline protection at Dog Walk
• Accounts payable approval of $1,591,728.10
• By-law 106-2021: refuse collection and disposal contract with Waste Management

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment allowing a second two-unit apartment at 58 Elgin Avenue East, for a total of four units. Council also passed several by-laws including a development agreement for eight new residential lots at the former lumber yard on Park Street and Elgin Avenue West, and tabled a sub-lease agreement with Fanshawe College for further review. A development charges public meeting was scheduled for September 7, 2021.

• Approved zoning amendment for 4-unit building at 58 Elgin Ave E (carried)
• Passed By-Law 104-2021 authorizing development agreement for 8 new residential lots at former lumber yard (carried)
• Tabled By-Law 105-2021 (Fanshawe College sub-lease) until Sept 7 meeting (carried)
• Approved accounts for period ending Aug 3, 2021 in amount of $1,591,728.10 (carried)
• Approved Truly Nolen account of $347.00 (carried)
• Awarded shoreline protection tender to Roubos Farm Service Ltd. for $467,740.00 (carried)
• Supported Preferred Alternative 1 for Southeast Industrial Park Class EA (carried)
• Scheduled public meeting on development charges for Sept 7, 2021 (carried)

Economic Development Committee

The Community Economic Development Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss an attainable housing update with recommendations. The agenda includes only this substantive item, along with routine procedural matters such as approval of the agenda and minutes. No deputations or correspondence are listed.

• Attainable Housing Update with Recommendations (CEDC Report)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive content.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved a heritage permit for a new 70-unit mid-rise apartment building at 51 St. Andrew Street, as submitted by York Developments. A separate heritage permit application for alterations at 34 Kingston Street was deferred to the September 2 meeting to address concerns about colour consistency and material choice. The committee also approved financial statements, agreed to be involved in waterfront tourism and sales structures planning, and requested an update on two heritage by-laws.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-011 for 70-unit mid-rise apartment at 51 St. Andrew Street (carried)
• Deferred Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-013 for alterations at 34 Kingston Street to September 2 meeting (carried)
• Approved financial statements for period ending July 31, 2021 (carried)
• Committee to be involved in planning tourism and sales structures at waterfront (carried)
• Requested Council/Staff update on By-law 8 of 2002 and By-law 30 of 1994 (carried)

BIA Board of Management

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on July 24, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force Committee is meeting to adopt prior minutes and discuss airport business. Key items include updates on interim capital projects, an economic development work package from HM Aero, and a draft strategic plan report. Several items are pending completion of the strategic plan or input from HM Aero.

• Review of HM Aero - Goderich Airport Economic Development - Work Package 1 - 2021.07.07
• Review of HM Aero - Goderich Airport Strategic Plan - Draft Report - 2021.07.08
• Update on interim capital projects approved by Goderich Town Council
• Discussion of antique airplane fly-in and yard maintenance
• Possible closed session on Goderich Airport Economic Development July 2021 Update

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force appointed John Marshall as chair for the July 15, 2021 meeting and approved the agenda and prior minutes. The committee directed staff to gather cost estimates for repairing or maintaining a master crack at the airport, with the Director of Operations to report back in August. Updates were heard on security cameras (installed), tie downs (nearly complete), and summer student radio operators (unbudgeted). Items on an antique airplane fly-in and yard maintenance were deferred to the next meeting due to the chair's absence.

• Appointed John Marshall as Chairperson for the July 15, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Approved the July 15, 2021 agenda as presented (carried)
• Adopted the May 20, 2021 minutes as printed (carried)
• Adopted the July 5, 2021 special minutes as printed (carried)
• Directed staff to gather cost estimates for repair/maintenance of a master crack at the airport, with a report back in August (carried)
• Moved into closed session twice under Section 239(2) a, c, l, j, k, then returned to open session (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:37 p.m. (carried)

Economic Development Committee

This agenda contains no substantive items — only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE system. The meeting is listed for the Economic Development Committee on 2021-07-15, but no decisions, discussions, or agenda items are provided.

Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee

The Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the visioning of recreation services today and beyond 2030, and to hear from planning consultants Monteith Brown about the purpose and process of the study. The committee will also appoint a chair and vice-chair. No decisions on recreation services are expected at this meeting.

• Visioning of recreation today and beyond 2030 and delivery of recreational services
• Presentation by Anand Desai of Monteith Brown Planning Consultants on study purpose and process
• Appointment of committee chair and vice-chair
• Possible closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)

The Recreation Review Ad Hoc Committee held its first meeting, appointing Ted Doherty as Chair and Niki Machan as Vice-Chair. Consultants from Monteith Brown presented the scope and process for a Community Recreational Needs Assessment, covering indoor and outdoor facilities, service delivery, and organizational structure, with community engagement planned for Phase 3. No substantive decisions were made beyond the appointments and agenda approval.

• Approved July 13, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Appointed Ted Doherty as Committee Chair (carried)
• Appointed Niki Machan as Committee Vice-Chair (carried)

Council Meeting

Goderich Council is deciding on a zoning by-law amendment to allow two triplex buildings (6 units total) at 33 and 47 Bennett Street East, plus approving a batch of by-laws and staff reports. The meeting includes a public meeting on the zoning application, approval of accounts totaling over $500,000, and several staff recommendations on contracts, policies, and land sales.

• Zoning By-Law 87 of 2021 for 33 and 47 Bennett Street East (two triplexes, 6 units)
• Accounts for payment: $500,654.21 (period ending June 30, 2021) and $1,340.20 (Truly Nolen)
• Award airport website design RFP to Rhubarb Media and digital kiosk RFP to youRhere Inc.
• Release site plan securities: $50,000 at 173 Strang Court and $25,000 for Comfort Inn
• Motion to place $150,000 annually from Tomlinson Agreement into Housing Initiatives Reserve

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment (GOD Z05-21) to allow redevelopment of 33 and 47 Bennett Street East as two triplex buildings, totaling six units. Council also approved a request from the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation for a Long Table Dinner fundraising event on August 21, 2022, downtown. A motion to allocate $150,000 annually from the Tomlinson Agreement to a Housing Initiatives Reserve was carried in a recorded vote of 5-2.

• Approved Zoning By-Law Amendment GOD Z05-21 for 33 and 47 Bennett Street East, allowing two triplex buildings (By-Law 87 of 2021).
• Approved the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital Foundation's Long Table Dinner event on August 21, 2022, including tent expansion and parking arrangements.
• Approved payment of the Truly Nolen account in the amount of $1,340.20.
• Approved accounts for the period ending June 30, 2021, in the amount of $500,654.21.
• Approved direct monthly payments for May 2021.
• Awarded the Goderich Airport Website Design and Development RFP to Rhubarb Media and the Terminal Building Digital Information Kiosk RFP to youRhere Inc.
• Approved a partial release of Site Plan securities in the amount of $50,000.00 for 173 Strang Court and a full release of $25,000.00 for the Comfort Inn.
• Denied a request from Eric Nass for the sale of items at the waterfront, referring the concept to the Community Economic Development Committee for future planning.

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on July 8, 2021, contains no substantive items. It is entirely procedural boilerplate with no decisions, discussions, or listed agenda topics.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved three heritage permits without conditions and deferred a fourth for a 70-unit apartment building at 51 St. Andrew Street to the next meeting. The deferral was due to concerns about planting strips, a 'black tower', window details, and other design elements. The developer agreed to make changes and resubmit.

• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-009 for carport/fence at 21 Nelson Street East (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-010 for window replacement at 24 Courthouse Square (carried)
• Deferred Heritage Permit 2021-011 for 70-unit apartment at 51 St. Andrew Street to August 5, 2021 (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit 2021-012 for secondary residential building at 58 Elgin Avenue East (carried)
• Received financial statements and noted Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,803.80 (carried)

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on July 5, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on June 23, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council will hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment for 414 Huron Road, hear deputations on bridge repairs and the GPMC budget, and vote on nine by-laws covering parking agreements, beach rentals, and the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. Council will also consider a motion to set aside $150,000 annually from the Tomlinson Agreement for housing initiatives.

• Public meeting on zoning by-law amendment GOD Z04-21 for 414 Huron Road
• By-Law 77: zoning amendment for 320 Suncoast Drive to create Highway Commercial Special Zone C3-9
• By-Law 81: net revenue sharing agreement with Beach Street Station for shared public parking
• By-Law 82: amends paid parking by-law to include Beach Street Station leased lands
• Motion 13.1: place $150,000 annually from Tomlinson Agreement into Housing Initiatives Reserve

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment (GOD Z04-21) for 414 Huron Road, allowing a fifth commercial unit in the building housing Domino's Pizza and Carquest. The change re-zones the property from C3-1 to C3-9, with conditions including a maximum combined gross floor area of 1,550 square metres. Council also approved the Goderich Port Management Corporation's 2020 annual report and 2021 plans with no fee changes, and passed nine by-laws covering agreements, parking, and other matters.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment GOD Z04-21 for 414 Huron Road, allowing a fifth commercial unit
• Approved Goderich Port Management Corporation 2020 Annual Report and 2021 Management and Maintenance Plans with no fee changes
• Requested a report from GPMC on governance and share structure
• Directed administration to coordinate a meeting on Menesetung Bridge repairs
• Approved payment of $468.00 to Truly Nolen and $2,385,806.49 in accounts
• Provided a grace period for short-term rental zoning compliance until after September 30, 2021
• Approved a $1,000 donation to Cycling without Age program
• Passed By-Laws 76-84, including agreements for parking, beach rentals, and a speed reduction tool

Economic Development Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich, ON Economic Development Committee meeting on June 17, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board

The agenda for the Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board meeting on June 16, 2021, contains only boilerplate interface text and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on June 16, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

Communities in Bloom

This agenda for the Goderich, ON Communities in Bloom meeting on 2021-06-16 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved the June 16, 2021 agenda and adopted the May 12, 2021 minutes. The committee received updates from Operations Manager Kyle Williams on park activities, including patio setup, flower planting, and boardwalk work. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved the June 16, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Adopted the May 12, 2021 minutes as printed.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:37 a.m. with no further business.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on June 10, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

Environment Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Environment Committee meeting on June 9, 2021, contains no substantive items. The text is entirely procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE meeting software, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions.

The Environmental Action Committee endorsed a proposal by Green Goderich to plant native trees on municipal property at Victoria Park, with town staff responsible for planting and maintenance. The committee also endorsed an amendment to the Asset Management Policy's Climate Change section to forward to Town Council. A letter regarding open air fires was received for information only, with staff to prepare a response.

• Appointed Marcus Maddalena as Acting Chair for the meeting (carried)
• Approved the June 9, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the May 12, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Endorsed Green Goderich tree planting initiative at Victoria Park (carried)
• Endorsed Asset Management Policy Section 9.0 Climate Change amendment, forwarded to Town Council (carried)
• Received letter on open air fires for information; staff to prepare response (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:13 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Goderich Council held a public meeting and denied a temporary use zoning amendment for 436 Huron Road, concurring with the planning report. They also approved a net revenue sharing agreement for waterfront paid parking with Beach Street Station, and considered several staff reports including development charges and voting methods.

• Denied temporary use zoning by-law for 436 Huron Road
• Approved net revenue sharing agreement with 915586 Ontario Limited for waterfront parking (10% of net revenue)
• Approved accounts totaling $401,078.53 for period ending May 25, 2021
• Approved $157.00 payment to Truly Nolen
• Authorized beach rental permits for 360 Bikes 'N Boards and Surfsup Eco Shop at no charge

Council denied the proposed temporary use zoning by-law amendment for 436 Huron Road, which would have allowed a licensed medical marihuana facility to operate for three more years. The decision was based on the planner's recommendation citing non-compliance with the Provincial Policy Statement and Huron County Official Plan, and concerns about odour. Council also approved several other items, including a net revenue-sharing agreement for waterfront parking and a lease for Dock 8.

• Denied temporary use zoning by-law for 436 Huron Road (medical marihuana facility)
• Approved payment of Truly Nolen account for $157.00
• Approved accounts for period ending May 25, 2021 totaling $401,078.53
• Authorized beach rental permits for 360 Bikes 'N Boards and Surfsup Eco Shop at no charge
• Supported issuance of By The Glass licence to East Street Cider Co.
• Directed formal legal action on 199 Anglesea after August 2021 Committee of Adjustment
• Passed By-Law 29 (Enbridge franchise), By-Law 72 (Dock 8 lease with R.W. Tomlinson), By-Law 74 (Montreal Street closure for Farmers' Market)
• Approved net revenue-sharing agreement with 915586 Ontario Limited for waterfront parking

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 3, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application GOD C10-21 and Minor Variance Application GOD MV05-21 for 153 and 155 South Street, subject to conditions including shared drainage and catch basin maintenance. The consent approval includes conditions from the Huron County Planner's report, and the variance is valid for 24 months.

• Approved Consent Application GOD C10-21 for 153-155 South Street with conditions (carried)
• Approved Minor Variance Application GOD MV05-21 for 153-155 South Street with condition (carried)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on 2021-06-03 contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved the June 3, 2021 agenda and the May 6, 2021 minutes. Financial statements for the General Fund and Reserve Funds, including a Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,787.64, were received and approved. The committee declined to approve a fascia sign for David E. McDonald Accounting without a Heritage Permit. No other substantive decisions were made; items such as by-law reviews and correspondence were noted for future action.

• Approved June 3, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted May 6, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Approved financial statements including Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,787.64 (carried)
• Deferred fascia sign for David E. McDonald Accounting pending Heritage Permit

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Goderich Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on May 26, 2021 contains only boilerplate interface text from the eSCRIBE software and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Council Meeting

Council approved fully opening the waterfront as of June 2, 2021 in a recorded 4-3 vote, and separately carried a motion to open public washrooms at the waterfront immediately. Council also directed staff to send letters to Airbnb operators informing them they are in contravention of the Zoning By-Law and to enforce fines under the Ontario Planning Act. Several other items were approved, including a new Town logo, a pickleball court tender, and a four-year CUPE collective agreement.

• Approved fully opening waterfront June 2, 2021 (4-3, recorded vote)
• Approved opening waterfront public washrooms immediately
• Directed staff to issue letters to Airbnb operators and enforce zoning fines
• Approved new Town of Goderich logo and branding guidelines
• Accepted $197,668.02 tender from Art's Landscaping for Columbus Park Pickleball Courts
• Approved four-year CUPE 4907 collective agreement (May 1, 2021 - April 30, 2025)
• Approved extending hydro and natural gas services to vacant lots at Parsons Court
• Authorized purchase of HVAC unit at Memorial Arena for vaccination clinic

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on May 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents to review.

• No agenda items listed

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force approved a working economic development strategy from HM Aero to pursue opportunities at the airport. The committee also received updates on capital projects, a strategic plan status, and an investment attraction report. No other substantive decisions were made; several items remain pending.

• Approved HM Aero economic development strategy proposal (carried)
• Approved May 20, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 15, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Moved into closed session for investment discussions (carried)
• Reconvened from closed session (carried)
• Agreed to proceed with digital information kiosk and website RFP

Economic Development Committee

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Environment Committee

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The Environmental Action Committee approved its agenda and minutes, and forwarded correspondence about native pollinators to the Communities in Bloom Committee, arranging a meeting between chairs and the Operations Manager. Updates were received on the Green Marine Port initiative, Green Goderich events, and the FCM Partners in Climate Protection program. The committee will review its 2021 workplan in detail at the June 9 meeting.

• Approved May 12, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted April 14, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Forwarded Jim Hollingworth's pollinator correspondence to Communities in Bloom Committee and arranged meeting with chair and Operations Manager (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:46 pm (carried)

Communities in Bloom

This agenda for the Goderich, ON Communities in Bloom meeting on 2021-05-12 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

The Communities in Bloom Committee approved the May 12 agenda and adopted the March 31 minutes. They discussed the Hope is Growing campaign, received a parks update, and proposed partnering with the Environmental Action Committee to create or review a native tree policy. No major decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved May 12 agenda (carried)
• Adopted March 31 minutes (carried)
• Proposed partnering with Environmental Action Committee on native tree policy (discussed)
• Tentative volunteer recognition event in August with Greyhaven Gardens (proposed)

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 11, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application for 439 Warren Street, subject to a condition that the approval is valid for 24 months. The decision was based on the planner's report and discussion about future lot impacts. The meeting also approved the previous minutes and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 (carried)
• Approved minor variance GOD MV04-21 for 439 Warren Street with condition (carried)

Council Meeting

The Goderich Town Council is meeting to consider a series of staff reports, by-laws, and correspondence. Key actions include approving accounts totaling $773,923.44, voting on seven by-laws covering zoning changes, service agreements, and a vaccination clinic security contract, and discussing a motion to incorporate housing amendments into the Official Plan review. The agenda also includes several informational reports and correspondence items.

• Approve accounts for period ending April 30, 2021: $773,923.44
• By-Law 58: Zoning amendment for Burgsma property (Part Lot 75, Lot 74, Lot 39, Plan 459)
• By-Law 62: Part Lot Control exemption for The Coast subdivision
• By-Law 63: Lease with Leis Lumber for storage at 210 Huckins Street
• By-Law 65: Security services for vaccination clinic with Logixx Security

Council approved moving forward with eight capital projects recommended in the Goderich Airport Strategic Plan, funded from the Airport Reserve Fund. Council also passed seven by-laws, including zoning amendments, a part lot control exemption for The Coast subdivision, and agreements for lumber storage, security services, and emergency shelter. Beaches will remain closed until further review at the May 25 meeting.

• Approved 8 airport capital projects from Airport Reserve Fund
• Passed By-Law 62 exempting Coast subdivision lands from part lot control
• Passed By-Law 63 authorizing Leis Lumber agreement at 210 Huckins St
• Passed By-Law 65 authorizing Logixx Security at vaccination clinic
• Approved $248,000 boardwalk steel post and panel installation
• Approved GDCI LED animated sign variance
• Approved $8,900/yr closed captioning service with $2,700 setup fee
• Beaches remain closed until May 25 review

Committee of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 6, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion. No rezonings, applications, or other business are listed.

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application (GOD C09-21) and a minor variance application (GOD MV03-21) for properties at 23 and 25 Lee Crescent, subject to conditions. The consent approval includes conditions such as a survey, $500 cash-in-lieu of park dedication, confirmation of water and sanitary services, and building code compliance. The minor variance approval is valid for 24 months.

• Approved consent application GOD C09-21 for 23 and 25 Lee Crescent with conditions (carried)
• Approved minor variance application GOD MV03-21 for 23 and 25 Lee Crescent with 24-month validity (carried)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on May 6, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.

The committee approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-007 for renovations at 191 Britannia Road West without conditions. They also approved an OPP sign at 31 St. David Street and received financial statements. Work on heritage building plaques was postponed due to the stay-at-home order.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-007 for 191 Britannia Road West (carried)
• Approved OPP sign at 31 St. David Street (carried)
• Received and approved financial statements for period ending April 30, 2021 (carried)
• Postponed heritage building plaque work until stay-at-home order lifted

Council Meeting

Goderich Council will hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment for 191 Britannia Road, then consider several contracts and by-laws, including a memorandum of agreement for airport-area development. They will also hear deputations on airport capital projects and the YMCA contract, and approve routine accounts and reports.

• Public meeting on zoning amendment for 191 Britannia Road (Burgsma application)
• By-law 53 of 2021: Memorandum of Agreement with Colborne and Barnim Property Holdings for airport-area development
• By-law 56 of 2021: Service agreement with J.J. Mackay Canada for mobile pay platform at waterfront
• By-law 57 of 2021: Subdivision agreement with Larry Otten Contracting Inc. for 335 South Street
• Accounts payable totaling $511,103.56 for period ending April 14, 2021

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 191 Britannia Road, allowing a three-unit attached dwelling on the adjacent corner lot, despite public opposition. They also passed five by-laws, including agreements for airport-area development, an intranet project, tourism support, mobile payments, and a subdivision. Several items were deferred, including the BIA Farmer's Market request and airport capital projects.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 191 Britannia Road (carried)
• Passed By-Law 53: Memorandum of Agreement with Colborne and Barnim Property Holdings for airport-area development (carried)
• Passed By-Law 54: Short-term contract with Shizra Saqib for Intranet Design Project (carried)
• Passed By-Law 55: Contract with Avery Greaves for Tourism and Community Development Administrative Support (carried)
• Passed By-Law 56: Service agreement with J.J. Mackay Canada Limited for mobile pay platform (carried)
• Passed By-Law 57: Subdivision Agreement with Larry Otten Contracting Inc. (carried)
• Approved accounts for period ending April 14, 2021 in amount of $511,103.56 (carried)
• Authorized Mayor to lead discussions on Huron OPP Detachment Board Proposal (carried)

Special Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss housing initiatives, with a workshop led by County of Huron staff. Council will consider directing staff to incorporate housing amendments into the Five Year review of the Goderich Official Plan and the Zoning By-Law Update, and to begin the Section 26 review process.

• Housing workshop with Victor Kloeze and Denise Van Amersfoort, County of Huron
• Proposed motion to direct staff to incorporate housing amendments into Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Update
• Proposed motion to prepare Section 26 materials and initiate Five Year Review of the Official Plan
• Possible closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act

Council held a special meeting featuring a housing initiatives workshop led by Huron County planners. The presentation covered housing needs, zoning changes, and intensification strategies, but Council deferred any motion to a future meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the only actions were procedural approvals of the agenda and confirming by-law.

• Approved agenda for April 22, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved By-Law No. 59 of 2021 to confirm proceedings (unanimous)
• Deferred consideration of housing amendments to a future Council meeting

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 22, 2021, 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.

The Committee of Adjustment approved consent applications GOD C02-21 to C08-21 and minor variance GOD MV02-21 for 163 Elgin Avenue East, subject to conditions including a development agreement and survey. It deferred minor variance application GOD MV04-20 for 199 Anglesea Street until July 31, 2021, to gather more information on zoning and obnoxious use concerns. The minutes of March 11, 2021, were also approved.

• Approved consent applications GOD C02-21 to C08-21 for 163 Elgin Avenue East (carried)
• Approved minor variance GOD MV02-21 for 163 Elgin Avenue East (carried)
• Deferred minor variance GOD MV04-20 for 199 Anglesea Street until July 31, 2021 (carried)
• Approved minutes of March 11, 2021 (carried)

Board of Management of Recreation Services

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Special Council Meeting

Goderich Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss supportive housing, based on a memo from County of Huron staff. The agenda includes a unanimous motion to consider the topic, a presentation of related reports, and a possible closed session. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of supportive housing based on memo from Barbara Hall, Social and Property Services, County of Huron
• Attachments: Homelessness Infographic.pdf and Report-Supportive Housing - Town of Goderich Council.pdf
• Possible closed council meeting under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act
• Confirming by-law to be introduced at end of meeting

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on 2021-04-15 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document provides no substantive information about what the task force will discuss or decide.

The Goderich Municipal Airport Task Force approved a motion directing the Town of Goderich to investigate hiring part-time personnel with aviation experience for summer coverage at the airport. The committee also agreed to forward HM Aero's recommendation for security camera installation to Goderich Town Council for consideration. Updates were provided on the airport strategic plan, including survey responses and a virtual open house, and several items were deferred pending further work.

• Approved motion to investigate part-time personnel with aviation experience for summer airport coverage (carried)
• Approved motion to forward HM Aero's security camera recommendation to Goderich Town Council (carried)
• Approved April 15, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted March 12 and March 23, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Deferred financial support for OP/ZBL amendment studies until strategic plan completed
• Deferred hangar homes discussion pending HM Aero strategic plan report
• Scheduled next meeting for May 20, 2021

Economic Development Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Economic Development Committee meeting on April 15, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Environment Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Environment Committee meeting on April 14, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Environmental Action Committee approved a motion authorizing Chair Erinn Lawrie to send a memo to the Rotary Club with ideas to reduce single-use plastics and potential outreach opportunities. The committee also received updates on the Port of Goderich's Green Marine certification, Green Goderich's Earth Day and tree planting events, and the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority's approved budget and hazard mapping project. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational.

• Authorized Chair to forward single-use plastics memo to Rotary Club (carried)
• Approved April 14, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted March 10, 2021 draft minutes (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:45 p.m. (carried)

Goderich Fire Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Fire Committee meeting on April 14, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

Council Meeting

The Town of Goderich Council is meeting to approve accounts totaling $2,906,142.32, adopt minutes, and consider several staff recommendations. Key items include authorizing a lease agreement with Goderich Toyota for the test track at 222 Huckins Street, establishing a Housing Initiatives Reserve, and entering into a Fire Safety Grant agreement with the province. Council will also consider various operational items such as paving and gravel quotations, a pick-up truck tender, and multiple heritage permit applications for signage on Courthouse Square.

• Approval of accounts for period ending April 7, 2021 in the amount of $2,906,142.32
• By-Law 49 of 2021: Lease agreement with Goderich Toyota for test track at 222 Huckins Street
• By-Law 50 of 2021: Establish a Housing Initiatives Reserve
• By-Law 47 of 2021: Fire Safety Grant Transfer Payment Agreement with the Office of the Fire Marshal
• Heritage permit applications for signage at 148, 108, 54, and 144 Courthouse Square

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on April 1, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved three heritage permit applications for signage at 148, 108, and 54 Courthouse Square, all without conditions. The committee also received financial statements and noted a heritage reserve fund balance of $55,877.71. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were received for information only.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-004 for signage at 148 Courthouse Square without conditions (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-005 for signage at 108 Courthouse Square without conditions (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-006 for signage at 54 Courthouse Square without conditions (carried)
• Received and approved financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2021 (carried)

Communities in Bloom

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The Communities in Bloom Committee approved its agenda and adopted the July 15, 2020 minutes. It agreed to renew its 2021 national membership for $445.00. The committee received updates on parks work, volunteer recognition, and a planned newsletter, and deferred a discussion on planting native trees to the next meeting.

• Approved the March 31, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Adopted the July 15, 2020 minutes as printed.
• Approved renewal of the 2021 CiB national membership fee of $445.00.
• Received information on CiB publications and updates.
• Deferred discussion on planting native trees to the next meeting.

Board of Management of Recreation Services

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Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee

This is the agenda for the Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee meeting in Goderich, ON, on March 23, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee approved a motion to recommend a decorating plan with a budget of up to $45,000 to Council. The plan includes new garlands, candy canes, stars, snowflakes, and selfie frames, with a theme of 'Goderich Shines'. Staff will prepare a report for the April 12, 2021 Council meeting.

• Approved motion to recommend $45,000 budget for Christmas decorations (carried)
• Confirmed theme 'Goderich Shines' for 2021 decorations
• Approved purchase of 10 garlands from Classic Displays, pending price confirmation, to be ordered before end of March for 10% discount
• Reduced areas of focus from five to four, removing speakers/sound system as outside mandate
• Decided to purchase three metal selfie frames, with possible grant funding
• Deferred 'big ornaments' for selfie spots to phase 2, with cost of $14,995 for stack of four 3-foot ornaments

Council Meeting

Council passed By-Law 43 of 2021, setting the 2021 municipal, county, education, and BIA tax rates, and By-Law 44 of 2021, appointing an Interim Integrity Commissioner. Council also approved $303,706.15 in accounts for payment, tabled a memo on closed captioning of videos for a cost report, and set November 2021 council meeting dates as November 8 and 22. A deputation from Brian and Shana Barnim regarding a re-zoning application for properties on Airport Road was heard, with no decision made.

• Approved By-Law 43 of 2021, setting 2021 tax rates for municipal, county, education, and BIA purposes.
• Approved By-Law 44 of 2021, appointing an Interim Integrity Commissioner and Closed Meeting Investigator.
• Approved accounts for payment totaling $303,706.15 for the period ending March 10, 2021.
• Tabled a memo on closed captioning of videos for a report back to Council regarding costs.
• Set November 2021 Council meeting dates as November 8 and November 22.
• Received staff reports on fire safety grant money, Huron Illuminates, Shop Goderich, and by-law enforcement activity.
• Received correspondence, including a memo on short-term rentals, and referred it to staff for a report back.
• Referred the Goderich Airport Strategic Plan proposal to staff for a report back to Council.

Economic Development Committee

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Economic Development Committee with no substantive items listed. The agenda covers standard items such as order, disclosures, minutes, deputations, correspondence, unfinished and new business, and a town update.

Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board meeting on March 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

The Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board approved accounts totaling $42,973.96 and appointed John C. Grace as acting chair in the absence of Chair Adam Robinson. The board also adopted the agenda and previous minutes, and received financial statements and reports for information. A discussion on investing in the Huron Entrepreneur Fund was referred to staff for research.

• Appointed John C. Grace as acting chair for the meeting (carried)
• Approved accounts ending February 25, 2021 for $42,973.96 (carried)
• Adopted the March 17, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the December 16, 2020 minutes (carried)
• Received financial statements and supervisor's report for information
• Referred Huron Entrepreneur Fund investment inquiry to staff for research

Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board

This agenda for the Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board meeting on March 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

The Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board approved accounts totaling $67,982.40 and decided to discuss a $10/MT tipping fee increase at the June 16, 2021 meeting. The board also approved creating an operating support reserve funded by the 2020 operating surplus of $36,695.05. All other items were received for information or were procedural.

• Approved accounts ending February 25, 2021 in the amount of $67,982.40
• Scheduled discussion of tipping fee increase by $10/MT for June 16, 2021 meeting
• Approved creation of operating support reserve and transfer of $36,695.05 surplus
• Appointed John C. Grace as acting chair for the meeting
• Adopted agenda and minutes of December 16, 2020

Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee

The Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee agreed to use 'Goderich Shines' as the theme for the town's Christmas decorations. They discussed plans for five focus areas: a children's area with a Santa shack and candy cane walkway, the Performance Stage, Lions Harbour Park (where the Nativity scene would be moved), selfie spots, and speakers for seasonal music. The committee also considered ordering 10 additional garlands at $335 each to complete the Courthouse Square sidewalk, with pricing to be confirmed. A report to Council is planned for the April 12, 2021 meeting.

• Adopted the March 16, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Adopted the March 9, 2021 meeting notes as amended.
• Agreed to use 'Goderich Shines' as the theme for Christmas decorations.
• Discussed moving the Nativity scene and other Christmas displays to Lions Harbour Park.
• Identified five focus areas for decorations: Children's Area, Performance Stage, Lions Harbour Park, Selfie Spots, and Speakers.
• Planned to order 10 additional garlands at $335 each to finish the Courthouse Square sidewalk, pending price confirmation.
• Scheduled the next meeting for March 23, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:24 p.m.

Council Meeting

The Goderich Town Council is meeting to discuss the 2021 budget, including funding requests and taxation information, and to consider several staff recommendations. These include removing a tax discount for vacant commercial and industrial land, approving internet and telephone voting for the 2022 election, and hiring Spectra Advertising for wayfinding signage. The council will also hear a feasibility report on a community hub and consider by-laws related to a parking lot assignment and the voting method.

• 2021 Budget overview and update, including funding requests and taxation information
• Removal of subclass discount for Industrial and Commercial Vacant and Excess land tax classes for 2021 and onward
• By-Law 40 of 2021: authorize internet and telephone voting for the 2022 Municipal Election
• By-Law 41 of 2021: consent to assignment of parking lot agreement for 38 North Street
• Approve hiring Spectra Advertising for wayfinding signage, including Waterfront signage

Council approved the 2021 budget in principle and directed staff to prepare the Tax Rate By-Law for the next meeting. They also approved $15,000 for Huron Hospice, $500 for a youth's Pro Hockey camp, and eliminated the vacant/excess land tax subclass discount. Council supported the Cycling Without Age program and a letter supporting a vaccine clinic in Goderich.

• Approved the 2021 budget in principle and directed staff to prepare the Tax Rate By-Law for the next meeting.
• Approved a $15,000 contribution to Huron Hospice from a reserve recommended by the Treasurer.
• Approved a $500 contribution to a Goderich youth for the Pro Hockey Development camp.
• Approved elimination of the subclass discount on commercial and industrial vacant and excess land tax classes for 2021 and onward.
• Supported the Cycling Without Age program and recommended Mr. O'Brien work with the MacKay Centre for Seniors to launch it.
• Directed the Treasurer to bring back a report on establishing a reserve for the 2020 surplus for housing initiatives.
• Approved forwarding a letter to Huron Perth Public Health supporting a vaccine clinic in Goderich.
• Passed By-Laws 40 and 41 of 2021, authorizing internet/telephone voting for the 2022 election and consenting to a parking lot assignment agreement.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on March 11, 2021, 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.

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application GOD C01-21 for 390 Parsons Court, subject to conditions including merging the severed land with the abutting property to the north, submitting a survey, and meeting all municipal requirements. The approval was carried unanimously.

• Approved Consent Application GOD C01-21 (390 Parsons Court) with conditions (carried)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2021 (carried)

Environment Committee

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The Environmental Action Committee approved payment of $2,200 for the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative membership. They also received a letter regarding the 2020 Initiatives Report Card. Updates were provided on the Green Marine Port Initiative, Green Goderich activities, and other projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the March 10, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Adopted the February 10, 2021 minutes as printed.
• Approved payment of $2,200 for the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative membership.
• Received the letter from Mayor Michael Vandersteen regarding the 2020 Initiatives Report Card for information.

Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee meeting on March 9, 2021. The agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no listed agenda items, so the meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions documented.

The Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration and Display Committee held its first meeting, but no formal decisions were made. The meeting was noted as lacking quorum, so notes were taken for discussion only. Members discussed ideas for the 2021 Christmas decorations, including seasonal lighting, a children's area, and a selfie station, and agreed to send theme ideas to Jenna Ujiye for a report back.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting lacked quorum.
• Discussed ideas for 2021 Christmas decorations, including seasonal lighting, a children's area, and a selfie station.
• Agreed to send theme ideas to Jenna Ujiye for a report back.
• Nathan Feagan to make a list of current decorations and needed supplies, and provide a decorating timeline.
• Noted that the committee's final report to Council will be delayed from March 15, 2021, to a later date.

Council Meeting

The Goderich Town Council is meeting to approve accounts, receive staff reports, and consider a motion to support a resolution opposing the closure of the Ontario Fire College in Gravenhurst. The agenda also includes several staff recommendations on financial reports, building matters, and correspondence items, as well as by-laws for a cemetery house lease and board appointments.

• Accounts for period ending February 26, 2021 in the amount of $693,128.23 approved for payment
• Truly Nolen account in the amount of $91.00 approved for payment
• Motion to request Province reverse decision to close Ontario Fire College Campus in Gravenhurst
• By-Law No. 36 of 2021: Lease agreement for Maitland Cemetery House with Melanie Craig and Louis Langlois for two years
• By-Law No. 37 of 2021: Confirm appointments to boards and committees, including Ad Hoc Christmas Decoration Committee and MVCA representative

Council authorized and supported the new site location for pickle-ball courts at Columbus Park, providing $30,000 in shortfall funds in addition to $25,000 remaining from the 2020 budget for Victoria Park. Council also approved the finalization of the Parrish & Heimbecker mooring dolphin transfer agreement (6-1), and passed a resolution requesting the Province reverse its decision to close the Ontario Fire College campus in Gravenhurst.

• Approved $30,000 shortfall funds plus $25,000 from 2020 budget for pickle-ball courts at Columbus Park (carried)
• Approved finalization of Parrish & Heimbecker mooring dolphin transfer agreement (6-1)
• Defeated motion to table the mooring dolphin transfer agreement (2-5)
• Approved Truly Nolen account of $91.00 for payment (carried)
• Approved accounts for period ending February 26, 2021 in amount of $693,128.23 (carried)
• Approved By-Law 36 of 2021 authorizing lease of Maitland Cemetery house (carried)
• Approved By-Law 37 of 2021 confirming board and committee appointments (carried)
• Approved resolution requesting Province reverse Ontario Fire College closure (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee is procedural boilerplate only, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document consists of system-generated placeholders and interface text from the eSCRIBE software.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved a heritage permit for signage at 144 Courthouse Square, authorized brochure printing up to $2,300 shared with Tourism, and requested inclusion in waterfront retail structure discussions. They also received financial statements and discussed de-designating the Fish Shanty property.

• Approved Heritage Permit Application No. 2021-003 for 144 Courthouse Square signage (carried)
• Approved brochure purchase up to $2,300 for half the costs, in conjunction with Tourism (carried)
• Requested inclusion in discussions on waterfront retail structure placement and construction (carried)
• Received and approved financial statements for period ending February 28, 2021 (carried)
• Adopted minutes of February 7, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Approved agenda for March 4, 2021 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (GOD MV01-21) for the property at 155 Anglesea Street, subject to a condition from the planner's report. The approval is valid for 24 months from the decision date. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 4th, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the minutes of the February 4th, 2021 meeting.
• Approved minor variance GOD MV01-21 for 155 Anglesea Street, subject to the condition in the planner's report dated February 17, 2021.
• Stipulated that the approval for GOD MV01-21 is valid for 24 months from the committee's decision.

BIA Beautification Committee

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Beautification Committee meeting on February 23, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. There are no listed decisions, discussions, or attachments to report.

Council Meeting

Goderich Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including implementing paid parking at the waterfront, setting related fees, and approving a site plan for a new 70-unit condominium building. They will also hear deputations on the OPP extended service office, shoreline hazard mapping, and the BIA budget, and decide on a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas.

• By-Law 25 of 2021: sets various fees, adding waterfront paid parking fees
• By-Law 27 of 2021: regulates paid parking at the waterfront
• By-Law 31 of 2021: site plan agreement with Talin Properties for a 70-unit, 6-storey condo at 51 St. Andrew Street
• By-Law 29 of 2021: franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc., referred to Ontario Energy Board
• Accounts for period ending Feb 10, 2021: $606,035.06 approved for payment

Council passed a package of by-laws including new waterfront paid parking fees and regulations, a parking software agreement, and a site plan for a 70-unit condominium at 51 St. Andrew Street. It also approved a $40,000 contribution to an airport strategic plan, terminated a service line warranty agreement, and supported a conservation authority hazard mapping project. Several items were tabled or referred for further study.

• Approved By-Law 25 (fee by-law) adding waterfront paid parking fees (carried)
• Approved By-Law 27 (paid parking regulation) and By-Law 28 (parking software agreement) (carried)
• Approved By-Law 30 (remove holding zone) and By-Law 31 (site plan for 70-unit condo at 51 St. Andrew St.) (carried)
• Approved $40,000 contribution to Goderich Airport strategic plan (carried)
• Terminated Marketing Licence Agreement with Service Line Warranties (carried)
• Supported Maitland Valley Conservation Authority 3-year hazard mapping project (carried)
• Tabled GPMC mooring dolphin memo to next meeting (carried)
• Referred Pro Hockey Development Group funding request to budget (carried)

Economic Development Committee

This is a routine agenda for the Town of Goderich Economic Development Committee meeting on Thursday, February 18, 2021, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. The agenda lists standard procedural items only: order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, adoption of minutes and approval of agenda, deputations and petitions, correspondence received, unfinished business, new and general business, a Town of Goderich update, and adjournment. No specific items, reports, or attachments are listed, so no substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda itself.

• Meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 18, 2021, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
• Contact Michaela Johnston, Deputy Clerk, for log-in information
• Standard agenda items include order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and adoption of minutes
• Includes a Town of Goderich update item
• No attachments or specific agenda items are listed

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This meeting agenda contains no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The text is entirely composed of interface labels and boilerplate from the eSCRIBE agenda software, with no substantive content. There is nothing for the body to decide or discuss at this meeting.

BIA Open Square Committee

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Open Square Committee meeting on 2021-02-17 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded media placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be scheduled but no substantive business is documented in the provided text.

Environment Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich, ON Environment Committee meeting on 2021-02-10. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

The Environmental Action Committee met on February 10, 2021, and appointed Marcus Maddalena as acting chair in the absence of Chair Erinn Lawrie. The committee approved the agenda and minutes, and forwarded its Year in Review letter to Goderich Town Council for approval and posting on the town website. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational updates or pending budget approvals.

• Appointed Marcus Maddalena as acting chair for the meeting (carried)
• Approved the February 10, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the January 13, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Forwarded Year in Review letter to Town Council for approval and website posting (carried)

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on February 10, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

BIA Board of Management

The provided document contains no substantive agenda items or discussion topics. It consists of empty administrative fields and software placeholders.

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Goderich Committee of Adjustment meeting on February 4, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a template with no substantive content.

The Committee of Adjustment approved two consent applications, GOD C05-20 for 106 Albert Street North and GOD C06-20 for 290 Bayfield Road, each subject to conditions including land consolidation, surveys, and compliance with municipal requirements. Both motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved consent application GOD C05-20 (106 Albert Street North) with conditions (carried)
• Approved consent application GOD C06-20 (290 Bayfield Road) with conditions (carried)
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2020 (carried)

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This is the agenda for the Goderich Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on February 4, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded media placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be administrative in nature, with no concrete actions or discussions specified.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved donating salvaged lumber from the Fish Shanty to Alexandra Marine & General Hospital for fundraising, following a train derailment that damaged the structure. They also approved financial statements, awarded five Heritage Recognition Certificates, and posted a social media request for historic harbour images.

• Approved donation of Fish Shanty salvaged lumber to Alexandra Marine & General Hospital (carried)
• Approved financial statements including Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,861.03 (carried)
• Awarded five Heritage Recognition Certificates for 2020 (carried)
• Approved posting a Facebook request for historic harbour images (carried)
• Adopted minutes of January 7, 2021 (carried)
• Approved agenda for February 4, 2021 (carried)

BIA Advertising, Events and Programming

This is the agenda for the Goderich Business Improvement Area (BIA) Advertising, Events and Programming committee meeting on February 2, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Council Meeting

Council voted to support the Plan of Subdivision for 335 South Street, forwarding it to the County of Huron for draft approval with conditions. They also approved several by-laws, including lifting the holding zone for the Coast Goderich subdivision to allow construction of a model home. A request from Huron Hospice for a $50,000 donation was referred to budget discussions, and a motion to purchase covered benches for the soccer pitch passed 4-2.

• Supported Plan of Subdivision 4OT20005 at 335 South Street with conditions (carried)
• Approved By-Law 21-2021 to lift holding zone for Coast Goderich subdivision (carried)
• Referred Huron Hospice $50,000 donation request to 2021 budget discussions (carried)
• Approved $462,670.60 in accounts for payment (carried)
• Approved $294,248.59 in direct monthly payments for December 2020 (carried)
• Authorized RFP for Integrity Commissioner, Closed Meeting Investigator, and Ombudsman (carried)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for United Way Perth-Huron Coldest Night of the Year (carried)
• Approved purchase of two covered benches for soccer pitch (4-2)

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This is the agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on February 1, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Goderich Regional Airport Task Force

This agenda for the Goderich Regional Airport Task Force meeting on 2021-01-21 contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

Economic Development Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders from the eSCRIBE system. No actual agenda items, reports, or decisions are listed for the Goderich Economic Development Committee meeting of January 21, 2021.

BIA Open Square Committee

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Open Square Committee meeting on 2021-01-20 contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are listed.

Board of Management of Recreation Services

This agenda for the Board of Management of Recreation Services meeting on January 20, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Special Council Meeting

Council approved removing the ice at the Maitland Recreation Centre immediately, following a recommendation from the Board of Management of Recreational Services. They also set waterfront paid parking rates at $4.00 per hour and $20.00 per day, with a $60.00 plus HST seasonal pass for non-residents and a $50.00 fine for illegal parking. The Recreational Review was postponed for a few months, and staff were directed to report on a possible special rate for those on social assistance.

• Approved removal of ice at Maitland Recreation Centre effective immediately (carried)
• Set waterfront paid parking at $4.00/hour and $20.00/day (carried)
• Set seasonal pass for non-residents at $60.00 plus HST (carried)
• Set fine for illegal waterfront parking at $50 (carried)
• Directed staff to report on special rate for social assistance recipients (carried)
• Postponed Recreational Review for a few months (agreed)
• Directed Community Economic Development Committee to create mechanism to promote small businesses at waterfront (carried)
• Approved confirming by-law No. 112 of 2021 (carried)

Environment Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Environment Committee meeting on January 13, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

The Environmental Action Committee approved its 2021 Work Plan and Budget, as amended, and approved a 2020 Year in Review letter for Green Goderich's newsletter. The committee also voted to return the balloon release by-law to Council with suggested changes. Several items were received for information, including reports on coastal conservation, federal climate measures, and wastewater treatment bypass/overflow events.

• Approved 2021 Work Plan and Budget, as amended (carried)
• Approved 2020 Year in Review letter for Green Goderich newsletter (carried)
• Approved motion to return balloon release by-law to Council with suggested changes (carried)
• Adopted December 9, 2020 minutes, as amended (carried)
• Approved January 13, 2021 agenda (carried)

BIA Board of Management

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on January 12, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Meeting

The Town of Goderich Council is holding a public meeting to consider a Plan of Subdivision application for part of Lots 8, 9, Plan 452 and part of South Street (closed), municipally known as 335 South Street. The meeting also includes approval of accounts totaling $5,047,763.79, several by-laws (including a balloon release ban and interim tax levy), and staff reports on items like a proposed OPP office and airport landing fees.

• Public meeting for Plan of Subdivision (File #40T20005) at 335 South Street, with presentations by County Planner Victor Kloeze and applicant Caroline Baker
• Approval of accounts for period ending December 30, 2020 in the amount of $5,047,763.79
• By-Law No. 2 of 2021 to ban the release of balloons within the Town of Goderich
• By-Law No. 5 of 2021 to provide for interim tax levies for 2021
• Proposed change to airport landing fees to a flat $100.00 for commercial aircraft of 3,000 pounds and over

Council deferred a decision on the proposed Plan of Subdivision for 335 South Street (Baker Planning Group) to the February 1, 2021 meeting. The deferral includes a directive for the Planner to arrange a meeting between the developer and concerned citizens, represented by Pat Barnes, to discuss issues raised. The proposed development includes 6 semi-detached units and 5 detached homes. Council also approved $5,047,763.79 in accounts and passed several by-laws, including interim tax levies for 2021.

• Deferred 335 South Street subdivision application to Feb. 1, 2021, with a meeting between developer and residents
• Approved accounts for period ending Dec. 30, 2020, in the amount of $5,047,763.79
• Approved Truly Nolen account of $246.34 (Councillor Bazinet declared conflict)
• Passed By-Law 1 of 2021, moving regular Council meetings to 4:00 p.m. effective Feb. 1
• Received and filed By-Law 2 of 2021, banning the release of balloons
• Deferred By-Law 3 of 2021 (Integrity Commissioner appointment) for a staff report on options
• Passed By-Laws 4-10 of 2021, including interim tax levies and airport hangar lease assignments
• Changed Goderich Airport landing fees to a flat $100.00 for commercial aircraft 3,000 lbs and over

Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Goderich Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee meeting on 2021-01-07 contains no substantive items, only embedded content placeholders and system text from the eSCRIBE software. The meeting appears to be procedural with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.

The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved two heritage permit applications for signage at 32 Newgate Street and 108 Courthouse Square, renumbering them as 2021-001 and 2021-002. The committee also approved financial statements, renewed memberships for 2021, and set the 2021 meeting dates. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Heritage Permit 2020-016 for signage at 32 Newgate Street, renumbered 2021-001
• Approved Heritage Permit 2020-017 for signage at 108 Courthouse Square, renumbered 2021-002
• Approved financial statements including Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $55,812.84
• Renewed committee memberships for 2021
• Approved 2021 meeting dates (monthly at 1:30 p.m.)

BIA Advertising, Events and Programming

This agenda for the Goderich BIA Advertising, Events and Programming meeting on January 5, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.