Huron Shores public meetings in 2024

Special Public Meeting

Huron Shores Council holds a special public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a zoning amendment application (File No. 2024-Z-11) that would permit an accessory dwelling unit at 363 Tait Road. The meeting includes procedural items and public input on the proposed change.

• Zoning amendment application 2024-Z-11 for an accessory dwelling unit at 363 Tait Road (CON 1 LOT 3PT PCLS 1810 ALG; 6757 ACS 1R3746 PTS 2-4;1R5252 PTS 1-5 1R6253 PTS1-2)

Council held a special public meeting to consider a zoning amendment application (File No. 2024-Z-11) to permit an accessory dwelling unit at 363 Tait Road. Mayor Seabrook advised that the item would be deferred, and with no questions or concerns, the meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m. No decision was made.

• Deferred zoning amendment application for ADU at 363 Tait Road

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council met on December 11, 2024, to review staff reports, adopt policies, and pass several by-laws. Key decisions include passing By-law #24-58 to update municipal fees and charges, which will change costs for local services, and appointing an integrity commissioner for a five-year term starting January 1, 2025. The council also approved waste disposal site access agreements with seven private entities and contracted AECOM for 2025 landfill engineering services in Wards 1–4. Additionally, the council adopted a tree maintenance policy, accepted an MPAC property assessment settlement, and defeated motions regarding population statistics reporting and meeting minute distribution procedures.

• By-law #24-58: First reading of the new Fees and Charges By-law to set municipal service tariffs
• By-law #24-60: Appointment of an Integrity Commissioner for a five-year term beginning January 1, 2025
• By-law #24-61: Execution of key holder agreements with seven entities for after-hours access to the waste disposal site
• MPAC Settlement: Acceptance of a property assessment reduction for parcel 57 24 000 009 03200 0000, lowering the Industrial CVA from $201,900 to $129,900 effective January 1, 2024
• Equipment Purchase: Authorization of a net $174,450.00 plus taxes for a 2025 John Deere 410P Backhoe and an optional $8,875.32 maintenance agreement

Council directed the CAO to recruit a full-time in-house Municipal Treasurer to address finance department backlogs. It also approved the purchase of a 2025 John Deere backhoe for $174,450 net, and passed several by-laws including seasonal road maintenance, fees and charges, emergency management, and an Integrity Commissioner appointment. A motion to change population reporting to use ratepayers was defeated.

• Directed CAO to recruit full-time in-house Municipal Treasurer (carried)
• Approved purchase of 2025 John Deere 410P Backhoe, net $174,450 plus taxes (deferred)
• Passed By-law #24-56 designating seasonal maintenance for municipal roads (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-58 Fees and Charges By-law, first reading (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-59 adopting Emergency Management Program and Response Plan (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-60 appointing Integrity Commissioner for 5-year term (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-61 executing waste disposal site key holder agreements (carried)
• Defeated motion to use ratepayer numbers instead of full-time residents in reports (1-5)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will host a round table discussion regarding the impact and prevention of invasive species in local ecosystems. The session aims to coordinate regional efforts for lake health and community engagement.

• Discussion on prevention and mitigation strategies for local invasive species
• Feasibility of boat wash stations at key access points
• Collaborations for funding and public education initiatives
• Exploration of water quality monitoring protocols

The Environmental Advisory Committee met on December 10, 2024, and adopted the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. The main agenda item was a discussion on invasive species mitigation with several guest organizations, covering prevention strategies, boat wash stations, provincial advocacy, and public education. No formal decisions were made; action items were assigned for future proposals and feasibility studies.

• Adopted minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (carried)
• David to draft proposal for increased provincial involvement in invasive species mitigation
• Municipality to explore feasibility of boat wash or compressed air stations
• Daniel to share best management practices and data resources
• Derissa to provide details on tracking invasive species projects and funding opportunities
• Roger and Daniel to connect on Hemlock stand mapping

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee adopted minutes from the previous meeting and discussed the Potomac Bridge project. The committee recommended that Council authorize the purchase of a 2025 John Deere 410P Backhoe for $174,450.00 and adopt a Tree Maintenance and Removal Policy.

• ISC recommends purchase of 2025 John Deere 410P Backhoe for $174,450.00
• ISC recommends Council adopt Tree Maintenance and Removal Policy
• ISC recommends reconsidering Former Roads Donation Program in 2026
• ISC recommends Council authorize 2025 Waste Site Engineering Services
• ISC recommends Council authorize purchase of optional 3-year maintenance agreement for $8,875.32

The Infrastructure Services Committee recommended Council approve the purchase of a 2025 John Deere 410P backhoe for $225,450 plus taxes, less a $51,000 trade-in, netting $174,450 plus taxes, with an optional maintenance agreement. The committee also recommended adopting a Tree Maintenance and Removal Policy and reconsidering a Roads Donation Program in 2026. A by-law for seasonal road maintenance was deferred due to an error in Schedule 'A'.

• Recommended Council authorize backhoe purchase (net $174,450 plus taxes) (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Tree Maintenance and Removal Policy (carried)
• Recommended Council reconsider Roads Donation Program in 2026 (carried)
• Deferred By-law #24-56 for seasonal road maintenance due to Schedule 'A' error

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss the 2025 budget and the introduction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to address housing affordability. The body will also review permitted zones for Airbnbs and the potential creation of a youth council.

• Discussion on the 2025 budget and community development initiatives
• Introduction to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) for housing affordability
• Update on public education regarding permitted zones for Airbnbs
• Discussion on establishing a youth council or committee
• Review of NOHFC Application for the Community Enhancement Program

The committee recommended that Council direct staff to submit an application to the NOHFC Community Enhancement Program for the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre rehabilitation project, with components totaling $403,828 + HST. The motion carried. Other discussions included potential sale of municipal vacant land, short-term rentals, accessory dwelling units, and a possible merger with the Healthcare and Wellbeing Committee.

• Recommended Council submit NOHFC application for Iron Bridge Rec Centre rehab ($403,828 + HST) (carried)
• Adopted minutes of October 3, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Discussed selling Nestorville parcels in groups rather than individually (no decision)
• Discussed potential merger with Healthcare and Wellbeing Committee, to recommend to Council (no decision)
• Discussed organizing youth council informational session (no decision)

Regular Meeting

Huron Shores Council will consider three by-laws, including one to establish procedures for sale of municipal real property and another to execute a land-use MOU with the Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club. Council will also vote on multiple motions, including appointing a new firefighter, addressing property assessment discrepancies, exploring shared by-law enforcement/animal control and shared fire services with Thessalon, and executing a sales agreement with Ledcor Group for the winter season. Reports on public works, road projects, and service delivery will be presented, and a closed session is scheduled to discuss personal matters related to staff response to a beaver dam issue and an email regarding personnel.

• By-law #24-54 to establish procedures for sale of real property, repealing by-laws 15-01, 15-66, and 23-32
• By-law #24-55 to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club for land use permission
• Motion to explore shared fire services with Town of Thessalon (CL-24-139)
• Motion to address property assessment discrepancies
• Motion to appoint Nicolas Viel to the Huron Shores Fire Department

Council supported transitioning the Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation Project to a culvert installation, with a preliminary estimate of about $1,373,005, pending final cost confirmation, environmental approval, and legal review. Several by-laws were passed, including one for land use with the Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club and one establishing procedures for selling municipal real property. A motion to address property assessment discrepancies was defeated, and a motion to explore shared fire services with the Town of Thessalon was carried.

• Supported transition from Potomac Bridge rehabilitation to culvert installation (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-54 establishing procedures for sale of real property (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-55 for MOU with Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club (carried)
• Deferred By-law #24-56 designating seasonal maintenance for municipal roads
• Accepted resignation of Justin Roy from Fire Department (carried)
• Appointed Nicolas Viel to Fire Department Station 2 (carried)
• Defeated motion to develop property assessment review strategy
• Directed Recreation Committee to explore naming rights policy (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will hold a discussion on the invasive Eurasian milfoil plant, referencing a CBC radio clip on the topic. Other agenda items are procedural: reviewing minutes from September 10, 2024, reviewing OMAFRA publications and resources, and scheduling the next meeting. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of invasive Eurasian milfoil plant (including a link to a CBC Morning North segment)
• Review of OMAFRA publications and resources
• Approval of post-meeting minutes from September 10, 2024

The Environmental Advisory Committee discussed invasive species concerns, particularly Eurasian milfoil, and proposed advancing a boat washing station project with signage. The committee also recommended that council request a delegation at the upcoming ROMA conference to discuss delays in the Environmental Compliance Approval process with the Ministry of the Environment. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the previous meeting minutes.

• Adopted September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)
• Recommended council request MECP delegation at ROMA conference (discussed)
• Proposed boat washing station project with signage (discussed)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee received a verbal update that incorrect information during the locate process may change the Potomac Bridge Project’s scope. The draft Seasonal Road Maintenance By‑law remains under legal review, with comments expected by week’s end and possible presentation at the November Council meeting. Revised procedures for accessing sand from Ledcor for the 2024/2025 winter season were presented, and a municipal sand dome is being considered for the 2025 budget. Reports on the former Roads Donation program were provided for inclusion in a December Council report.

• Seasonal Road Maintenance By‑law – draft still before legal review, comments expected by week’s end
• Potomac Bridge Project – locate error may change project scope
• Revised procedures for Ledcor Highways Limited sand supply – winter 2024/2025, municipal sand dome considered for 2025 budget
• Reports on former Roads Donation program – to inform a December Council report
• Roads Project Tracking Spreadsheet – provided for committee reference

The Infrastructure Services Committee adopted the minutes from its October 3, 2024 meeting. The seasonal road maintenance by-law remains under legal review, with staff expecting comments by week's end and possible presentation at November's Council meeting. The Potomac Bridge project scope may change due to incorrect locate information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:32 p.m. (carried)

Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores decided to pursue a grant for specific repairs to the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre. Council also approved a land use agreement for snowmobiling and initiated a search for treasury services.

• Approved a $403,828 rehabilitation plan for Iron Bridge Recreation Centre, including a walking track, roof study, and security systems
• Passed By-law #24-53 for a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bruce Mines Sno Glyders Snowmobile Club
• Directed staff to issue a Request for Information for Treasury Services and recruit a Municipal Treasurer
• Adopted the Service Delivery Review Action and Implementation Plan as a standing agenda item
• Defeated a proposal for a larger $1,317,058 renovation project for the recreation centre

Council defeated a motion to apply for a $1.3M grant for a larger recreation centre renovation, then approved a smaller $403,828 application for specific rehabilitation items. The approved motion passed 4-3 and directs staff to seek 70% or 50% funding from the Community Sport and Recreation Fund, with the municipal share included in the 2025 budget. Council also passed a by-law for land use agreements with a snowmobile club, initiated a treasury services review, and adopted a service delivery action plan.

• Approved By-law #24-53 for two MOUs with Bruce Mines Sno Glyders Snowmobile Club (carried)
• Defeated motion to apply for $1,317,058 CSRIF grant for full recreation centre renovation
• Approved motion to apply for $403,828 CSRIF grant for Iron Bridge Recreation Centre rehab (4-3)
• Directed staff to issue RFI for treasury services and recruit a Municipal Treasurer (carried)
• Adopted Service Delivery Review Action and Implementation Plan as standing agenda item (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores held a special public meeting to discuss several consent and zoning amendment applications. Planning consultants provided recommendations for approval for all four items, and the body heard public comments regarding easements, agricultural impacts, and property development.

• Application 2024-C-13 & 2024-Z-10: Proposed severance of a 1.02 acre parcel and lot addition on Walker Lane
• Application 2024-C-14: Proposed severance of 150 Station Road into two 14.09 acre parcels and one retained parcel
• Application 2024-C-15 & 2024-Z-09: Proposed severance of Melwel Lodge into 7 new parcels and one retained, with associated rezonings
• Application 2024-C-16: Proposed severance of 10 acres from 68 Maple Ridge Road

The Council held a special public meeting to hear presentations and public comments regarding four separate applications for land consent and zoning amendments. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes for any of the applications discussed. The meeting concluded after the final presentation, with no further action taken by the Council.

• Public meeting held for Consent 2024-C-13 & Zoning 2024-Z-10
• Public meeting held for Consent 2024-C-14
• Public meeting held for Consent 2024-C-15 & Zoning 2024-Z-09
• Public meeting held for Consent 2024-C-16

Regular Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores decided on several land severance applications and site-specific zoning amendments. Council also approved funding for flood management standards and updated policies regarding tax collection and treasury appointments.

• Approved provisional consent for land severances at File No. 2024-C-13, 2024-C-14, 2024-C-15, and 2024-C-16
• Approved $8,440.00 plus HST to Tulloch Engineering for Flood Fringe and Inland Lake Area Standards
• Passed By-law #24-49 and #24-50 for site-specific zoning amendments at 435 Melwel Road and 25 Walker Lane
• Passed By-law #24-48 to amend the Tax Collection Policy
• Passed By-law #24-47 to appoint an Acting Treasurer

Council granted provisional consent to four land severance applications (Files 2024-C-13, C-14, C-15, C-16), each subject to conditions. Council also passed several by-laws, including appointing an Acting Treasurer, amending the Tax Collection Policy, and adopting site-specific zoning amendments. Additionally, Council approved funding for a flood fringe standards study, a detailed engineering survey of Melwel Road, and various other operational items.

• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-13 (sever 1.02 acres, lot addition) (carried)
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-14 (sever two 14.09-acre parcels) (carried)
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-15 (sever 7 parcels, easements) (carried)
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-16 (sever 10 acres) (carried)
• Approved $8,440 plus HST to Tulloch Engineering for flood fringe standards (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-47 appointing Acting Treasurer (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-48 amending Tax Collection Policy (carried)
• Approved $9,750 plus HST for Melwel Road engineering survey (carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Natural Playground project. It will review details for the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre event titled “Monsters Munchies and Merchant Madness.” The group will also discuss the upcoming Discover Huron Shores geocaching event.

• Natural Playground update
• Iron Bridge Recreation Centre event – Monsters Munchies and Merchant Madness
• Discover Huron Shores geocaching event

The Community Development Advisory Committee voted to recommend that Council endorse the 4H program as a municipal initiative and allow free use of municipal recreation facilities. The committee also heard updates on recreation events, a natural playground, and healthcare recruitment efforts. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended Council endorse 4H program and waive facility rental fees (carried)
• Adopted minutes of September 12, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 8:26 p.m. (carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee discussed road safety improvements and the phased rehabilitation of the Recreation Centre. The body also recommended changes to a municipal labourer position and the creation of a tree removal policy.

• Recommended $9,750 plus HST from Roads Reserve for a detailed engineering survey of 3.5km of Melwel Road
• Proposed conversion of Recreation Centre spaces for fitness, events, a gymnasium, and a walking track
• Recommended revising the Building Maintenance and Public Works Labourer position to focus on facilities and recreation at Pay Grade 3
• Recommended that staff develop a Tree Removal Policy
• Discussed road complaints from Menno Stutzman and ratepayers regarding Melwel and Dunn Farm Roads

The Infrastructure Services Committee recommended that Council approve a detailed engineering survey of Melwel Road (about 3.5 km) at a cost of $9,750 plus HST from the Roads Reserve, to identify hazards and plan safety measures. It also recommended that Council direct staff to respond to ratepayer concerns and develop a Tree Removal Policy, and to approve revisions to the Building Maintenance/Public Works Labourer position, eliminating public works duties and focusing on facilities and recreation at Pay Grade 3. All motions carried unanimously. The committee received an update on the Recreation Centre proposal but took no action.

• Recommended $9,750 Melwel Road engineering survey (carried)
• Recommended letter to ratepayers and Tree Removal Policy (carried)
• Recommended revised Facilities and Recreation Labourer position at Pay Grade 3 (carried)
• Adopted September 3, 2024 minutes (carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will meet to review previous minutes and address unfinished business. The agenda includes updates on 4H and a discussion regarding surplus property.

• 4H Update
• Surplus Property

The committee directed staff to identify surplus municipal land suitable for residential or commercial development, develop a plan for presentation to the committee, and proceed with sales upon Council's approval. It also discussed a volunteer grocery pickup and delivery service for residents, and received updates on the 4H program, a natural playground, and the recreation master plan. No other formal decisions were made.

• Directed staff to identify surplus municipal land for residential/commercial development and plan sales (carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 8:20 p.m. (carried)

Regular Meeting

Council approved a waste management plan to operate one active disposal site and three transfer stations starting in 2025. The body also authorized several infrastructure contracts and personnel appointments.

• Approved waste management Option 6 (one active disposal site and three transfer stations)
• Passed By-law 24-45 to contract MCA Contracting for Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation
• Approved $49,500 plus HST for Kresin Engineering Corporation to conduct the Dean Lake Bridge Rehabilitation Feasibility Study
• Appointed Dylan Alexander to the Huron Shores Fire Department Station 2
• Authorized the CAO/Clerk to advertise for a new Public Works Superintendent

Council approved waste management Option 6, which involves operating one active waste disposal site and three transfer stations, with implementation planned for 2025 pending provincial approval. They also passed a by-law for the Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation agreement with MCA Contracting, accepted MPAC settlement minutes reducing property assessments, and appointed Dylan Alexander to the fire department.

• Approved waste management Option 6 (one active site, three transfer stations) (carried)
• Passed By-law 24-45 for Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation with MCA Contracting (carried)
• Accepted four MPAC settlement minutes reducing property assessments (carried)
• Declared old refrigerator at Sowerby Hall surplus and advertised for sale (carried)
• Approved Kresin Engineering for Dean Lake Bridge Feasibility Study at $49,500 plus HST (carried)
• Appointed Dylan Alexander to Huron Shores Fire Department Station 2 (carried)
• Authorized CAO/Clerk to apply to AMCTO 2025-2026 Mentorship program (carried)
• Authorized advertising for Public Works Superintendent position (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Environmental Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes and discuss a successful community water monitoring grant application. The committee will also host a webinar on Lake Huron algae and bacteria.

• Review minutes from June 11, 2024
• Discuss successful water monitoring grant application
• Host webinar on Lake Huron algae and bacteria
• Guests from OMAFRA (Peter Doris and Julie Poirier Mensinga)

The committee adopted the minutes from its June 11, 2024, meeting and received presentations from OMAFRA regarding agricultural nutrient management and outreach strategies. Members also discussed the status of highway berms, a successful community water monitoring grant, and waste site management.

• Adopted June 11, 2024, meeting minutes (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:13 p.m. (Carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Huron Shores Infrastructure Services Committee met on September 3, 2024, to review minutes, discuss waste management, road maintenance, and approve a bridge feasibility study. The committee adopted previous meeting minutes and advanced several infrastructure decisions.

• Approved waste management Option 6: operate one active disposal site and three transfer stations, pending Ministry approval
• Approved $Kresin Engineering quote for Dean Lake Bridge Feasibility Study
• Discussed proposed seasonal road maintenance by-law and potential speed limit adjustments
• Reviewed 2024 roads projects and traffic counts
• Proposed recycled asphalt pilot project for Sowerby Hall parking lot

The committee approved the selection of waste management Option 6, which involves operating one active waste disposal site and three transfer stations, with implementation planned for 2025 pending provincial approval. They also approved a quote from Kresin Engineering for the Dean Lake Bridge feasibility study. The seasonal road maintenance by-law was discussed but not voted on, and a recycled asphalt pilot project was proposed for the Sowerby Hall parking lot.

• Approved waste management Option 6 (one active site, three transfer stations) (carried)
• Approved Kresin Engineering quote for Dean Lake Bridge feasibility study (carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 6, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 4:19 p.m. (carried)

Special Meeting

The council accepted MCA Contracting's tender to rehabilitate the Potomac Bridge, allocating $400,000 from the Roads‑Bridges Capital budget and up to $106,000 from the Bridge Replacement Reserve. It also expressed principle support for Algoma Manor Nursing Home's request to expand its non‑emergent medical transportation program and authorized a by‑law to contract Circular Materials Ontario for Blue Box services at municipal landfill sites. A closed session was held to discuss solicitor‑client privileged matters before adjourning.

• Award Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation Project to MCA Contracting for $496,540 + HST
• Support Algoma Manor Nursing Home's expansion of senior medical transportation
• Pass By‑law 24‑44 for Blue Box service agreement with Circular Materials Ontario
• Closed session to address solicitor‑client privileged advice and prior resolution interpretation

The Huron Shores Council awarded the Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation Project tender to MCA Contracting for $496,540.00 plus HST, drawing funds from the 2024 budget and the Bridge Replacement Reserve. Council also supported Algoma Manor Nursing Home's seniors transportation grant application and passed By-law #24-44 for Blue Box services at municipal landfills with Circular Materials Ontario.

• Awarded Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation Project tender to MCA Contracting for $496,540.00+HST
• Allocated $400,000 from Roads-Bridges Capital and up to $106,000 from Bridge Replacement Reserve for the bridge project
• Directed a by-law be prepared for the September 11, 2024 meeting to effect the bridge contract award
• Supported in principle Algoma Manor Nursing Home's New Horizons for Seniors transportation application
• Passed By-law #24-44 to enter into an agreement with Circular Materials Ontario for Blue Box services at landfill sites
• Moved into and out of closed session regarding solicitor-client privilege
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.

Regular Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores Council held a regular meeting on August 14, 2024, where they adopted minutes from previous meetings, received reports, and made several decisions. Key actions included approving zoning amendments for multiple properties, appointing new fire department members, and authorizing surveillance at waste disposal sites.

• Approved By-law #24-37 for $X reimbursement transfer payment agreement with Office of Fire Marshal for fire protection services
• Passed By-law #24-38 to reduce waterfront setback to 19m for 254A Big Basswood Lake Camp Road property
• Passed By-law #24-39 to rezone Thompson Sec 11 property for warehousing/logistics use
• Passed By-law #24-40 to reduce waterfront setback to 24m for 553 Dean Lake Road property
• Appointed Ewan Burns, Josh MacFarlane, and Jeffery Pinkse to Huron Shores Fire Department

Council received the KPMG Service Delivery Review Final Report and directed staff to prepare an Action and Implementation Plan, with a special meeting set for October 16, 2024, to consider it (5-2). Several zoning by-laws were passed, including a site-specific amendment for 254A Big Basswood Lake Camp Road (5-1) and a comprehensive zoning amendment setting a 9% maximum lot coverage in certain zones. Council also approved funding for surveillance at waste sites, extended the Ward 2 transfer station pilot, and directed staff to apply for the Housing Accelerator Fund.

• Received KPMG Service Delivery Review Final Report and set Oct. 16 special meeting (5-2)
• Passed By-law #24-38 zoning amendment for 254A Big Basswood Lake Camp Road (5-1)
• Passed By-law #24-39 zoning amendment for warehousing/logistics use (carried)
• Passed By-law #24-40 zoning amendment for 553 Dean Lake Road (6-1)
• Passed By-law #24-41 amending Comprehensive Zoning By-law to 9% max lot coverage (carried)
• Authorized surveillance installation at all four waste disposal sites (carried)
• Extended Ward 2 transfer station pilot with additional bins (carried)
• Directed staff to apply for Housing Accelerator Fund (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores held a Special Public Meeting on August 14, 2024, to review four site-specific zoning amendment applications under the Planning Act. Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo recommended approval for all applications, which involved setback adjustments and lot coverage changes for waterfront and rural properties. Public comments included concerns about access and building impacts.

• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-04: Reduce waterfront setback from 30m to 19m and increase accessory building lot coverage from 2% to 2.1% at 254A Big Basswood Lake Camp Road
• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-05: Rezone rural property at Old Mine Road from Rural (R) to General Commercial (GC) to permit warehousing and logistics
• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-06: Reduce front yard waterfront setback from 30m to 24m/27m at 553 Dean Lake Road to accommodate an addition
• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-07: Propose municipal-wide change to allow 9% total lot coverage (main + accessory buildings) in Residential Low-Density, Waterfront Residential, Waterfront Recreational, and Rural Zones

The special public meeting was held to hear public comments on four zoning amendment applications (2024-Z-04 through 2024-Z-07). No decisions were made; the meeting was for input only. Council heard from planning consultant Peter Tonazzo and from residents, including objections to the Old Mine Road and Dean Lake Road applications.

• No decisions made; public meeting only
• Heard application 2024-Z-04 to reduce water setback to 19m and increase lot coverage to 2.1% for a garage
• Heard application 2024-Z-05 to rezone Old Mine Road property from Rural to General Commercial
• Heard application 2024-Z-06 to reduce water setback to 24m and 27m for an addition at 553 Dean Lake Road
• Heard application 2024-Z-07 to allow 9% total lot coverage for all buildings in multiple zones

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee met and adopted the minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting. Members discussed updates on the 4H program, including volunteer recruitment challenges and a planned booth at the Iron Bridge Fall Fair, and the year-long GeoTour initiative (Discover Huron North) with regional partners. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the minutes and adjourning.

• Adopted minutes of June 6, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 9:12 p.m. (carried)

Special Meeting

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Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores held a special meeting to discuss the draft Corporate Strategic Plan with consultants from Sierra Group. Council reviewed preliminary survey results, regional collaboration opportunities, and funding priorities for recreation and tourism, including accessibility improvements at the Red Rock boat launch.

• Corporate Strategic Planning Session with Sierra Group to refine draft plan
• Public survey on recreation extended to gather at least 200 responses
• Discussion on improving access to waterfront areas and promoting commercial viability along major routes
• Consideration of enhancing the boat launch at Red Rock for accessibility
• Exploration of regional collaboration for winter tourism and shared services

The special meeting was a discussion-only session with Sierra Group consultants on the Corporate Strategic Plan. No formal decisions were made; the focus was on reviewing survey results, strategic directions, and next steps for the plan's development.

• Adjourned at 9:14 p.m. (moved by P. Falk, seconded by R. Mulligan, carried)

Regular Meeting

Council granted provisional consent for multiple land severances, including properties on Basswood Lake Road and Boat Launch Road. The council also reviewed a draft Long Term Waste Management Plan and conditionally accepted an offer from Circular Materials regarding the recycling program transition.

• Provisional consent for File No. 2024-C-06 at 61 Basswood Lake Road
• Provisional consent for File No. 2024-C-07 on Boat Launch Road
• Provisional consent for File No. 2024-C-08 on Boat Launch Road
• Provisional consent for File No. 2024-C-09 on Boat Launch Road
• Conditional acceptance of Circular Materials recycling program offer

Council approved provisional consent for seven Planning Act applications: one to create three new parcels at 61 Basswood Lake Road, five severances and an easement on Boat Launch Road, and one right-of-way access. Council also conditionally accepted Circular Materials' recycling program offer, contingent on further negotiations over indemnification, insurance, and compensation. Several by-laws passed, including a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas and a site-specific zoning amendment at 61 Basswood Lake Road. Councillor Armstrong declared a conflict on the Boat Launch Road applications and left the chamber during those votes.

• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-06, creating three parcels at 61 Basswood Lake Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-07, severing 5.36 hectares on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-08, severing 5.29 hectares on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-09, creating a road access easement on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-10, severing 5.35 hectares on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-11, severing 2.83 hectares on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Granted provisional consent to File 2024-C-12, granting a right-of-way access on Boat Launch Road, subject to conditions
• Conditionally accepted Circular Materials' recycling program offer, pending negotiations on indemnification, insurance, and compensation

Special Public Meeting

The Council held a special meeting to hear comments on multiple land consent and zoning applications. Discussions included a proposal to create three new parcels at 61 Basswood Lake Road and several other consent applications.

• Consent and Zoning Amendment for 61 Basswood Lake Road to create three parcels and reduce water setbacks from 30 to 20 meters
• Consent Applications File No. 2024-C-07, 2024-C-08, 2024-C-09, 2024-C-10, 2024-C-11, and 2024-C-12

Council held a special public meeting to hear recommendations on several land consent and zoning applications. No votes were recorded and no final decisions were made during the session.

Protective Services Committee

The Protective Services Committee reviewed ice water rescue costs and a museum board relocation. The committee also recommended that Council endorse the Huron Shores Fire Department's application to host a firefighter challenge next year.

• Recommendation to endorse the North Shore Firefighter Challenge for April 25-27, 2025
• Ice water rescue cost benefit analysis held as a standing item for September
• Proposed relocation of the Museum Board discussed for future Council review

The Protective Services Committee recommended that Council endorse the Huron Shores Fire Department's application to host the North Shore Firefighter Challenge in April 2025. The committee also adopted previous meeting minutes and deferred a cost-benefit analysis on ice water rescue.

• Approved recommendation for Council to endorse hosting North Shore Firefighter Challenge April 25-27, 2025 (Carried)
• Adopted April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Tabled ice water rescue cost benefit analysis until September meeting

Regular Meeting

The Council is reviewing a Service Delivery Review report and considering several by-laws. Discussion items include land use permissions for snowmobile trails, healthcare committee status, and various municipal contracts.

• By-law #24-31: Memorandum of Understanding with Bruce Mines Sno Glyders Snowmobile Club
• By-law #24-28: Site Specific Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-03
• By-law #24-29: Memorandum of Understanding with Town of Blind River for animal control and by-law enforcement
• By-law #24-30: Borrowing By-law for the Tile Drainage Act
• Motion to authorize purchase of a used pumper and a used water truck

Council established the Healthcare and Well-Being Committee as a standing committee and authorized several infrastructure purchases, including a used pumper truck and water truck. The board also approved a $165,500 purchase of recycled asphalt and a $38,000 asset management plan phase.

• Approved standing status and Terms of Reference for Healthcare and Well-Being Committee
• Authorized $3,000 to restore Huron Shores Community Gardens in Iron Bridge and Little Rapids
• Approved purchase of 36,000 tonnes of recycled asphalt for up to $165,500 plus HST
• Authorized purchase of 2009 International Pumper Truck for up to $70,000 plus taxes
• Approved acquisition of used water truck from Mississauga First Nation Fire Department
• Approved $38,000 for Phase 1 of PSD Citywide Asset Management Plan
• Approved hiring of a full-time Public Works Labourer
• Authorized staff to negotiate Red Rock Road cost-sharing agreement with Evolugen

Special Public Meeting

The Council held a public meeting to consider a site-specific zoning amendment for the property described as CON 5 LOT 1PT PCL 2838 ACS. The proposal aims to eliminate split zoning by rezoning the land to Waterfront Recreational (W.REC) to recognize existing recreational dwellings. This application is related to concurrent consent applications intended to establish four new lots and one retained lot.

• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-03 regarding property CON 5 LOT 1PT PCL 2838 ACS
• Proposed rezoning from Rural (R) and Waterfront Recreational (W.REC) to solely Waterfront Recreational (W.REC)

Council held a Special Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider proposed Zoning By-law Amendment File No. 2024-Z-03 for a property on Trout Lake. The application would remove split Rural (R) and Waterfront Recreational (W.REC) zoning and rezone the land to Waterfront Recreational (W.REC), recognizing existing recreational dwellings. Planning consultants from J.L. Richards presented and recommended approval, noting the property is also subject to concurrent consent applications creating four new lots plus one retained lot. No decision was recorded; the meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

• No decision recorded on Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-03; public meeting only
• Planning consultants recommended approval of the zoning amendment
• Meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and discuss OMAFRA follow-up items. The agenda also includes an informational session regarding local actions to protect the Great Lakes.

• OMAFRA Follow-up discussion
• Local Actions to Protect Great Lakes (Informational)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The committee recommended several infrastructure investments to Council, including the purchase of recycled asphalt and a used pumper truck. They also discussed seasonal road closures for winter maintenance and approved hiring a full-time Public Works Labourer.

• Purchase of ~1,830 loads of recycled asphalt not to exceed $165,500 plus HST
• Authorization for the purchase of a 2009 International Pumper Truck up to $70,000 plus tax
• Recommendation to approve PSD Citywide project proposal for an Asset Management Plan
• Recommendation to acquire a used water truck from Mississauga First Nation Fire Department
• Approval to hire a full-time Public Works Labourer and implement a working foreman premium

The Huron Shores Infrastructure Services Committee adopted previous meeting minutes and approved purchasing recycled asphalt from the Highway 129 project. The committee also recommended that Council approve a seasonal road closure process, an asset management plan proposal, acquisition of a used water truck and pumper truck, and the hiring of a public works labourer.

• Adopted May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorized purchase of recycled asphalt from Highway 129 project for up to $165,500 plus HST
• Recommended Council direct staff to prepare seasonal road closure by-law and consult owners for turnarounds
• Recommended Council approve PSD Citywide proposal for Asset Management Plan
• Recommended Council approve acquisition of used water truck from Mississauga First Nation Fire Department
• Recommended Council authorize procurement policy exception to buy 2009 International Pumper Truck for up to $70,000
• Recommended Council approve hiring full-time Public Works Labourer and working foreman premium

Community Development Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and hear from several guests. The agenda includes informational items regarding OMAFRA and the Enabling Accessibility Fund 2024.

• OMAFRA informational presentation
• Enabling Accessibility Fund 2024 Small Stream summary

The committee adopted the May 2, 2024 meeting minutes. Members received updates from Love Soup regarding senior meal services and presentations from HNCEA and FedNor on regional economic development and funding programs.

• Adopted May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is reviewing two Planning Act matters. These include a request for a legal easement at 14955 Highway 17 and a proposal to sever a 7.5-acre parcel from 13775 Highway 17.

• Provisional consent for an easement at 14955 Highway 17 (File No. 2024-C-04)
• Provisional consent to sever a 7.5-acre parcel from 13775 Highway 17 (File No. 2024-C-05)

During the May 22, 2024 special meeting, the Huron Shores Council granted provisional consent to two Planning Act applications. Council approved establishing a legal easement at 14955 Highway 17 and severing a 7.5-acre parcel at 13775 Highway 17, both subject to specific conditions.

• Granted provisional consent to Application File No. 2024-C-04 for a legal easement at 14955 Highway 17 (Carried)
• Granted provisional consent to Application File No. 2024-C-05 to sever a 7.5-acre parcel at 13775 Highway 17 (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. (Carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is reviewing two applications under the Planning Act. These include a request to establish a legal easement at 14955 Highway 17 and a proposal to sever a 7.5-acre parcel from 13775 Highway 17.

• Application for Consent (2024-C-04): establishment of a legal easement at 14955 Highway 17
• Application for Consent (2024-C-05): severance of a 7.5-acre parcel from 13775 Highway 17

Council heard presentations regarding two applications for consent. The minutes record recommendations for approval from the Planning Consultant, but do not record a final vote or decision on either application.

Special Meeting

Sierra Planning and Management presented an overview of the municipality's first five-year strategic plan. Council discussed topics including housing, tourism, infrastructure, and seasonal population data. The workshop focused on evaluating municipal strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities.

• Orientation to the five-year strategic planning process
• Discussion regarding housing availability and municipal property for development
• Review of the 2018 Comprehensive Zoning By-law restrictions
• Evaluation of municipal strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities

Council participated in a strategic planning workshop led by Sierra Planning and Management. The session focused on the municipality's identity, demographics, and current challenges to inform a new five-year leadership document. No formal votes were taken on policy or spending during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:20 p.m. (Carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

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Regular Meeting

Council approved several infrastructure contracts including road surface treatment and gravel supply. They also authorized amendments to the zoning by-law regarding inland flood plain interpretations and granted provisional consent for a land severance at 75 Ansonia Road.

• Provisional consent for land severance at 75 Ansonia Road
• Zoning By-law #18-18 amendment for inland flood plain interpretation
• By-law #24-12 to license recreational vehicles
• By-law #24-25 agreement with Service Canada for Canada Summer Jobs funding
• Contract No. 2024-002: $595,125.80 for surface treatment of various roads

Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including road surface treatment and gravel supply. The board also passed a by-law to license recreational vehicles and granted provisional consent for a land severance at 75 Ansonia Road.

• Approved $595,125.80 road surface treatment contract to Beamish Construction
• Approved $187,580.00 liquid calcium chloride contract to Pollard Distribution Inc.
• Approved $212,259.20 gravel supply contract to Gilbertson Enterprises
• Granted provisional consent to sever 4.5 acres at 75 Ansonia Road
• Passed By-law #24-12 to license recreational vehicles
• Approved 2023 roadside grass cutting contract extension with Todd Fremlin of TMI
• Adopted the Community Risk Assessment dated January 22, 2024
• Appointed Kendra Beaulieu to the Firefighter Cadet Program

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is reviewing a consent application for 75 Ansonia Road. The proposal seeks to sever a 4.5-acre parcel from the existing 63.03-acre property.

• Consent Application (File No. 2024-C-03) to sever 4.5 acres at 75 Ansonia Road

Council heard a presentation from Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo regarding Application for Consent File No. 2024-C-03. The application proposes to sever a 4.5-acre parcel from 75 Ansonia Road. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the application.

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee reviewed summer road projects, highway construction updates, and a backhoe replacement plan. Members recommended council approve three major contracts for road surface treatment, gravel supply, and calcium chloride application to maintain local roads. The committee also voted to extend an existing roadside grass-cutting contract through 2024 at the previous year's price. These decisions will fund municipal road upkeep and draw from the Roads Reserve budget.

• Contract No. 2024-002: Surface treatment recommended for Beamish Construction at $595,125.80
• Contract No. 2024-003: Gravel supply and placement recommended for Gilbertson Enterprises at $212,259.20
• Contract No. 2024-001: Five-year calcium chloride agreement recommended for Pollard Distribution Inc. at $187,580.00
• Extension of roadside grass cutting and brushing contract with Todd Fremlin at the 2023 price
• Review of summer roads project schedule and MTO highway construction updates

The Infrastructure Services Committee recommended that Council accept three road maintenance contracts for 2024. These include bids for liquid calcium chloride, surface treatment, and gravel supply, with two contracts requiring funds from the Roads Reserve to cover budget overages. The committee also recommended extending the 2023 roadside brushing contracts at the previous price.

• Recommended accepting Pollard Distribution Inc. bid for $187,580.00 for liquid calcium chloride
• Recommended using $18,222.60 from Roads Reserve to cover calcium chloride budget excess
• Recommended accepting Beamish Construction bid for $595,125.80 for surface treatment
• Recommended accepting Gilbertson Enterprises bid for $212,259.20 for gravel supply
• Recommended using $2,398.98 from Roads Reserve to cover gravel budget excess
• Recommended extending 2023 Roadside Grass Cutting contracts with Todd Fremlin at 2023 price
• Adopted minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting
• Confirmed public communication plan for 2024 roads projects

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review sports and recreation facility funding. The meeting also includes information regarding a regional GeoTour initiative scheduled for Fall 2024.

• Recreation Facility Infrastructure Fund discussion
• GeoTour Regional Initiative information session

The Community Development Advisory Committee adopted its April 4, 2024 minutes and passed two resolutions recommending actions to Council: adopting amended Terms of Reference for the committee and formally recognizing the 25th anniversary of Huron Shores' amalgamation. The committee also received informational updates on the Recreation Facility Infrastructure Fund, the GeoTour Regional Initiative, the Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan, and the Love Soup program. Staff were directed to follow up on vendor booths and farmers markets, a volunteer policy, and a letter of thanks to the North Shore Firefighter Association.

• Adopted April 4, 2024 CDAC minutes as circulated (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt amended CDAC Terms of Reference (carried)
• Recommended Council recognize the 25th anniversary of amalgamation and direct commemorative media (carried)
• Directed staff to obtain Recreation Committee update on community gardens at Iron Bridge Recreation Centre and explore Amish vendor partnerships
• Directed staff to determine if temporary structures could remain on site for the season
• Directed staff to report back on whether a volunteer policy exists
• Agreed to send a letter of thanks to the North Shore Firefighter Association for the April North Shore Firefighter Challenge
• Adjourned the meeting (carried)

Special Meeting

The council held a special meeting on May 1, 2024. They resolved to hold another special meeting on May 15, 2024, for an orientation regarding the Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan. Council also entered a closed session to discuss the CAO/Clerk performance evaluation.

• Special meeting set for May 15, 2024, for Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan orientation
• Closed session held for CAO/Clerk 360 Performance Evaluation

Council scheduled a special meeting for May 15, 2024, to undergo orientation for a Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan. The council also held a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation for the CAO/Clerk.

• Scheduled Special Meeting for May 15, 2024, for Strategic Plan and Recreation Master Plan Orientation (Carried)
• Entered closed session at 7:02 p.m. for CAO/Clerk 360 Performance Evaluation (Carried)
• Returned to open session at 9:05 p.m. (Carried)

Protective Services Committee

The Protective Services Committee recommended that Council adopt the January 22, 2024, Community Risk Assessment. The committee also discussed the costs and benefits of providing ice water rescue services. Additionally, members reviewed a request to relocate the Museum Board to facilitate shower installation at Fire Hall Station 2.

• Recommendation to adopt the Community Risk Assessment prepared by ABKM Consulting
• Discussion regarding cost-benefit analysis for ice water rescue services
• Proposal to relocate the Museum Board to allow for showers at Fire Hall Station 2

The Protective Services Committee adopted its previous minutes and voted to recommend that Council adopt the Community Risk Assessment dated January 22, 2024, with a copy forwarded to the Ontario Fire Marshalls Office. The committee discussed ice water rescue costs and benefits, with Councillor Mulligan requesting more information on actual service costs. It also briefly discussed possibly relocating the Museum Board to allow showers at Fire Hall Station 2; Councillor Pirrie will raise this at the next Library Board meeting. No decision was made on the ice water rescue or Museum Board items.

• Adopted January 25, 2024 Protective Services Committee minutes as circulated (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt the Community Risk Assessment dated January 22, 2024, and forward a copy to the Ontario Fire Marshalls Office (carried)
• Adjourned at 4:26 p.m. (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Council held a public meeting to discuss Application for Consent File No. 2024-C-02. The application proposes to sever a 10.6 acre parcel of land from a larger 116.4 acre property on Dayton Road.

• Application for Consent File No. 2024-C-02: severance of 10.6 acres from CON 1 LOT 4STP, Dayton Road

Council held a special public meeting under the Planning Act on Application for Consent File No. 2024-C-02, which proposes severing a 10.6 acre (4.31 hectare) parcel from a retained 116.4 acres (47.11 hectares) described as CON 1 LOT 4STP, Dayton Road. Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo described the application and recommended approval, subject to Algoma Public Health approvals. The minutes record no council decision or vote on the application; the meeting was opened at 7:02 p.m. and adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• No decision or vote recorded on Consent File No. 2024-C-02; public meeting only
• Planning Consultant recommended approval of the severance, subject to Algoma Public Health approvals

Regular Meeting

The Council adopted the 2024 tax rates, which include $4,333,711.00 to be raised through taxation for municipal expenditures. Additionally, Council approved several by-laws regarding waste site access, fees, and fire department honoraria.

• Adoption of 2024 Tax Rates totaling $4,333,711.00
• Provisional consent for land severance at Dayton Road (File No: 2024-C-02)
• Approval of By-law #24-18 for seasonal waste site access
• Approval of By-law #24-19 for year-round waste site access
• Adoption of the Gym Use Policy for employees and firefighters

Council passed By-law #24-22 setting 2024 tax rates, incorporating a municipal budget that authorizes $4,333,711.00 to be raised through taxation. Council also granted provisional consent to sever a 10.6-acre parcel on Dayton Road (File 2024-C-02), approved amendments to the Recreational Vehicle License By-law #24-12 for final adoption on May 8, and passed several other by-laws including 2024 tax ratios, fees and charges, and waste site key holder agreements. A motion to grant standing committee status to the ad-hoc Healthcare and Housing Committee was deferred. Council received a delegation from Chris Goodmurphy on property assessment accuracy and passed a resolution calling on the Premier to resume the assessment cycle.

• Passed By-law #24-22 establishing 2024 tax rates; $4,333,711.00 to be raised through taxation (CARRIED)
• Granted provisional consent to sever 10.6 acres from 116.4 acres at CON 1 LOT 4STP, Dayton Road, File 2024-C-02, with conditions (CARRIED)
• Approved amendments to By-law #24-12 licensing recreational vehicles; final adoption set for May 8 (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law #24-18 seasonal waste site key holder agreements with Clear Lake Camp, Melwel Lodge, Brownlee Lake Campground, McAlpine Beach Campground (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law #24-19 year-round waste site key holder agreement with Birchland Cottages (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law #24-20 fees and charges, repealing By-law #23-53 (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law #24-21 establishing 2024 tax ratios (CARRIED)
• Deferred motion to grant standing committee status to the ad-hoc Healthcare and Housing Committee (24-12-DEFERRED)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive an update regarding the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks. The agenda includes business arising from previous discussions.

• Update from Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) regarding Environmental Compliance Approvals

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted previous minutes and reviewed feedback from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) regarding 11 environmental compliance inquiries. Staff reported that 8 of the 11 properties are in good condition, while others are in various stages of approval or inspection. The committee agreed to draft a letter to the MECP expressing concerns about staffing shortages and review timelines, and discussed potential projects for a community support funding program.

• Adopted March 12, 2024 minutes (Carried)
• Agreed to draft letter to MECP regarding staffing and timelines
• Reviewed status of 11 environmental compliance inquiries
• Discussed potential projects for Evolugen Community Support Program
• Adjourned meeting at 2:45 p.m.

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the March 07, 2024, meeting. The committee will also address unfinished business regarding 4H, an ATV Run, and a healthy kids activity with the Thessalon Rod & Gun Club.

• Review of March 07, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 4H
• Discussion of ATV Run
• Thessalon Rod & Gun Club Healthy Kids Activity discussion
• Review of CDAC Terms of Reference

The Community Development Advisory Committee adopted the minutes of its March 7, 2024 meeting and then adjourned. The rest of the meeting was updates and discussion: a 4H program update, volunteer sign-up for the ATV Run, a possible Thessalon Rod & Gun Club kids activity, revisions to the committee's Terms of Reference, and talk about restarting a farmers market and raising awareness of Meals on Wheels and Love Soup. No new motions or funding decisions were recorded beyond adopting the previous minutes and adjourning.

• Adopted March 7, 2024 Community Development Advisory Committee minutes as circulated (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m. (carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

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Mississagi River Monitoring Committee

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Protective Services Committee

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Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores held a special meeting on March 27, 2024. During the meeting, Council moved into a closed session to address a CAO/Clerk evaluation and land use planning training.

• CAO/Clerk 360 Evaluation
• Land Use Planning 101 Training with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Council met in a special session to address personal matters and member training in a closed session. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved move to closed session at 7:01 p.m. to discuss CAO/Clerk evaluation and Land Use Planning 101 Training
• Approved return to open session at 10:14 p.m.
• Approved adjournment at 10:15 p.m.

Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is holding a special meeting for 2024 budget deliberations. The session includes reviewing the draft budget, capital budget, and reserve estimates.

• 2024 Budget deliberations
• Review of 2024 Draft Capital Budget
• Review of 2024 Reserve estimates

Council reviewed the proposed 2024 budget and directed the Municipal Treasurer to make adjustments to the levy and reserve transfers. The adjusted budget will be presented for final approval on April 10, 2024.

• Authorized $4,333,711.00 to be raised through taxation (Carried)
• Reduced Fire Department reserves addition to $40,000 plus 50% of MTO callout revenue
• Reduced transfer to Roads Equipment reserves to $100,000
• Redirected $5,000 Jubilee Celebration budget to year-round advertising

Special Public Meeting

The municipality is reviewing applications for a land severance and a zoning amendment. The proposal seeks to sever a 5.67-hectare parcel from the property at 14955 Highway 17. Additionally, the application proposes rezoning the retained lands from Rural to Mineral Aggregate Extraction.

• Consent Application 2024-C-01 to sever 5.67 hectares of land
• Zoning Amendment 2024-Z-01 to rezone lands from Rural to Mineral Aggregate Extraction

Council held a special public meeting on two applications: a consent to sever a 5.67-hectare parcel from 59.08 hectares at 14955 Highway 17, Thessalon, and a site-specific zoning amendment to rezone the retained land from Rural to Mineral Aggregate Extraction. Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo recommended approval, conditional on the applicants obtaining consent approvals to formalize access to the retained parcel, with a holding provision on the severed parcel to prohibit sensitive use until the pit license is surrendered. Members of the public raised concerns about the water table and possible effects on surrounding water; staff said technical studies would be required before aggregate license approval. No decision was recorded — the meeting was declared adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• No decision recorded; special public meeting only, adjourned at 7:16 p.m.
• Planning Consultant recommended approval of consent and zoning applications, conditional on consent approvals formalizing access to the retained parcel
• Recommended holding provision on the severed parcel to prohibit sensitive use until the pit license is surrendered on the retained parcel

Regular Meeting

The Council will review several by-laws including recreational vehicle licensing and site-specific zoning. Discussions include a community assessment presentation, the Housing Accelerator Fund, and potential changes to the Healthcare and Housing Committee.

• Site-specific zoning amendment for 14955 Highway 17, Thessalon
• By-law #24-12 regarding recreational vehicle licensing
• Fees and Charges By-law staff recommendations
• Proposal to change the Healthcare and Housing Committee to a standing committee
• Request for proposals for Dean Lake Bridge feasibility study

Council approved a site-specific zoning amendment for mineral aggregate extraction and granted provisional consent for a land severance. Other key actions included authorizing a bridge feasibility study, accepting bids for surplus equipment, and directing staff to create a policy for managing disruptive behavior.

• Approved rezoning of 14955 Highway 17 from Rural to Mineral Aggregate Extraction (CARRIED)
• Granted provisional consent to sever 5.67 hectares from 14955 Highway 17 (CARRIED)
• Authorized $80,000 + HST for Dean Lake Bridge visual inspection and feasibility study (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to develop a policy to manage unreasonable behavior at municipal facilities (CARRIED)
• Approved $5,876.92 + HST for additional grader repairs (CARRIED)
• Accepted bids for surplus items including a 2005 Plow Truck for $9,660.00 (CARRIED)
• Authorized $800.00 Platinum Level Sponsorship for Iron Bridge Music Fest (CARRIED)
• Deferred By-law #24-12 regarding Recreational Vehicle Licensing (DEFERRED)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss new business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Phragmites.

• New Business: Phragmites

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted its February 13, 2024 minutes and adjourned. It discussed phragmites prevention, a Provincial Day of Action on Litter campaign for May 14 with two garbage bag drop-off locations, and MECP responses on trailer park/campground Environmental Compliance Approvals. The trailer park discussion was suggested to be tabled until the next meeting; no substantive decisions beyond adopting prior minutes were recorded.

• Adopted February 13, 2024 Environmental Advisory Committee minutes as circulated (carried)
• Agreed the May 14 litter cleanup will be a call to action, not an organized event
• Suggested tabling trailer park/campground ECA discussion until the next meeting
• Adjourned at 2:47 p.m. (carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The committee recommended pre-budget approval for a Dean Lake Bridge feasibility study and inspection. They also recommended rezoning land off Walker Road from Waste Management to Heavy Industrial for a potential asphalt plant. Additionally, the committee advised Council against entering blue box service agreements during the transition period.

• Pre-budget approval up to $80,000 + HST for Dean Lake Bridge inspection and study
• Rezoning application from Waste Management (MWD) to Heavy Industrial (M2) for a potential asphalt plant site off Walker Road
• Recommendation to decline blue box service agreements during the transition period
• Authorization to tender for 2024 surface treatment and calcium requirements

Huron Shores' Infrastructure Services Committee met March 7, 2024 and passed four resolutions, all carried, that now go to Council as recommendations. The committee recommended pre-budget approval of up to $80,000 plus HST for a detailed visual inspection and feasibility study of the Dean Lake Bridge, and recommended that Council tell Circular Materials the municipality will not sign an agreement to provide blue box services during the transition period. It also recommended rezoning land off Walker Road from Waste Management (MWD) to Heavy Industrial (M2) for a possible asphalt plant and bulk storage yard tied to MTO's Highway 129 Reconstruction project, and recommended tendering for 2024 surface treatment and calcium. The committee adopted its February 1, 2024 minutes and adjourned at 3:46 p.m.; the next meeting is April 4, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

• Recommended Council grant pre-budget approval up to $80,000 + HST for a Dean Lake Bridge detailed visual inspection and feasibility study (carried)
• Recommended Council advise Circular Materials the municipality will not enter a blue box services agreement for the transition period (carried)
• Recommended rezoning land off Walker Road from Waste Management (MWD) to Heavy Industrial (M2) for an asphalt plant and bulk storage yard (carried)
• Recommended staff tender for 2024 surface treatment and calcium requirements (carried)
• Adopted the February 1, 2024 Infrastructure Services Committee minutes as circulated (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:46 p.m. (carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review proposed changes to its Terms of Reference. The committee will also follow up on tasks resulting from a February brainstorming session. Guests from 4H and the Thessalon Rod and Gun Club are scheduled to attend.

• Review of revised CDAC Terms of Reference
• Follow-up on tasks from February brainstorming session
• Guest appearance by 4H Representative Neirdre Powis-Clement
• Guest appearance by Keith Hoback of Thessalon Rod and Gun Club

The committee adopted the February 1, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed the requirements for hosting a 4H program and received updates on the Healthy Kids Program and local business developments in Little Rapids.

• Adopted February 1, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)

Special Meeting

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Regular Meeting

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Council passed several by-laws including the 2024 interim tax rates and a zoning amendment for a fire hall. The board also approved funding for equipment repairs, appointed a Deputy Treasurer, and declared intimate partner violence an epidemic.

• Passed By-law #24-13 to establish 2024 interim tax rates
• Approved $24,419.30 for grader packer repairs
• Passed By-law #24-02 for site-specific zoning to permit a Fire Hall
• Appointed Helene Labrie as Deputy Treasurer via By-law #24-09
• Approved $6,636.00 plus HST for aluminum bleachers
• Selected Option 6 for Long-term Waste Management Plan
• Declined Town of Thessalon's request for administrative support
• Opposed the merger of Algoma Public Health and Public Health Sudbury and District

Environmental Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Food Cycler Program and a municipal pilot flyer. Shannon Hobbs from the MNRF is scheduled to attend as a guest.

• Food Cycler Program discussion
• Guest appearance by Shannon Hobbs, Integrated Resource Management Technician, MNRF

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted the minutes of its January 9, 2024 meeting as circulated and then adjourned at 3:53 p.m. Most of the meeting was presentations and discussion: Elaine Ho-Tassone of the NORDIK Institute described a four-year community-based water monitoring grant application to Environment and Climate Change Canada and asked whether the committee would collaborate if funded; the committee expressed interest. Shannon Hobbs of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry answered the committee's questions on Bright Lake and Harris Creek water levels, fish spawning, beaver dams, and monitoring. No other substantive motions or decisions are recorded in these minutes.

• Adopted the January 9, 2024 Environmental Advisory Committee minutes as circulated
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:53 p.m. (moved by Roger Mulligan, seconded by David Ratz)
• No decision recorded on the NORDIK community-based monitoring grant; committee expressed interest and looks forward to next steps

Special Meeting

Council discussed the ongoing floodplain mapping review being conducted by Hatch Limited. The presentation covered hydrologic modeling, the 2013 flood extent, and climate change proxies. Members requested that the final report include executive summaries and color-blind friendly maps.

• Review of Huron Shores Floodplain Mapping with Hatch Limited
• Discussion on hydrologic modeling and climate change proxies
• Request for color-blind friendly map addendums
• Motion to suspend motion requirements for reviewing the draft project

Council held a special public meeting on February 7, 2024 to review the draft Floodplain Mapping Project with HATCH Ltd. HATCH representative Surendra Thapa gave a project summary and answered Council questions. Council suspended the procedural requirement for a motion by 2/3 vote to allow the review and discussion. No decision on the draft report or mapping was recorded; the meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.

• Suspended requirement of a motion to review and discuss draft Floodplain Mapping Project with Hatch Limited (2/3 vote, carried)
• Adjourned at 9:11 p.m. (carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The committee recommended Council adopt Option 6 for the Long-term Waste Management Plan and authorized a three-month transfer station pilot at the Ward 2 landfill starting in April 2024. Members also discussed bridge repair recommendations and reviewed building condition assessments.

• Recommended Option 6 for the Long-term Waste Management Plan
• Authorized a 3-month transfer station pilot at Ward 2 landfill starting April 2024
• Recommended declaring several Public Works vehicles and equipment surplus for sale
• Set a minimum bid of $7,500.00 for a 2005 International plow truck
• Discussed bridge repairs for Dean Lake, Potomac, and Dumond Road bridges

The Infrastructure Services Committee recommended that Council adopt Option 6 for waste management and launch a 3-month transfer station pilot in April 2024. The committee also recommended declaring several Public Works vehicles and tools as surplus for sale by sealed tender.

• Recommended Option 6 for Long-term Waste Management Plan (Carried)
• Recommended 3-month transfer station pilot at Ward 2 landfill starting April 2024 (Carried)
• Recommended Council request Special Meeting with AECOM regarding Waste Management Plan Report (Carried)
• Recommended declaring surplus 4 vehicles and 4 pieces of equipment for sale by sealed tender (Carried)
• Set minimum bid of $7,500.00 for Unit #4 2005 International Plow Truck (Carried)
• Adopted December 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Decided to hold action on Dean Lake Bridge until study results are received

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is reviewing several informational updates. These include the 2024 Community Profile and lists of municipal buildings and vacant land for development opportunities. The committee will also receive information regarding a Food Cycler Pilot Program and EV chargers.

• Municipal property list for development opportunities
• Municipal buildings list
• Food Cycler Pilot Program update
• EV charger information
• Northern Policy Institute community profiles

The Community Development Advisory Committee adopted the minutes from its previous meeting. Members discussed shifting the committee's focus from economic development to community development, identifying key themes in recreation, tourism, housing, services, and business. Tasks were assigned to members for further work before the next meeting in March.

• Adopted minutes of January 4, 2024 meeting
• Identified priority themes: Recreation, Tourism, Housing, Services/Activities, Business Development
• Assigned tasks to members for further work before March meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 p.m.

Protective Services Committee

The Committee reviewed the draft Community Risk Assessment for upcoming Council presentation. Members also recommended purchasing aluminum bleachers and updating personal protective equipment subsidies.

• Purchase of four 7.5' 3-row aluminum bleachers and mounting hardware
• Increase foot protection subsidy from $150.00 to $200.00
• Amendments to Policy F 6.04 regarding high-visibility gear for employees
• Receipt of the draft Community Risk Assessment (CRA)

The Protective Services Committee recommended amendments to Personal Protective Equipment policy, including increased subsidies and new clothing requirements. They also recommended purchasing aluminum bleachers for community events and received a draft Community Risk Assessment to present to Council.

• Recommended amendments to Policy F 6.04 Personal Protective Equipment
• Recommended purchase of four 7.5' aluminum bleachers for community events
• Received draft Community Risk Assessment for Council review
• Adopted minutes from November 9, 2023 meeting

Special Meeting

The Council will discuss setting a special meeting for a floodplain mapping review with HATCH. They will also review the draft Recreational Vehicle License By-law.

• Setting a special meeting for Flood Plain Mapping Review with HATCH
• Review of the Draft Recreational Vehicle License By-law
• Floodplain maps for Bolton River, Bright Lake, Little Thessalon River, Mississagi River, Pickerel Creek, and Thessalon River

Council approved $3,300 plus HST for a FoodCycler pilot program contingent on resident interest. Members also directed staff to amend the draft Recreational Vehicle License By-law and scheduled a public information session for February 28, 2024.

• Approved $3,300 plus HST for FoodCycler Pilot Program (Carried)
• Directed staff to amend draft Recreational Vehicle License By-law regarding sheds, septic connections, and rates (Carried)
• Scheduled RV by-law public information session for February 28, 2024 (Carried)
• Set Special Council Meeting for Flood Plain Mapping Review on February 7, 2024 (Carried)
• Suspended motion requirement to debate draft Recreational Vehicle License By-law (Carried)

Special Public Meeting

The municipality is holding a public meeting regarding a site-specific zoning amendment. The proposal seeks to add a Fire Hall and related training as an allowed use within the General Industrial (M1) zone.

• Zoning Amendment File No. 2023-Z-06 for THESSALON PLAN H792 LOT 20

Council held a special public meeting under the Planning Act on Zoning Amendment File No. 2023-Z-06, which would add a Fire Hall and related training as an additional use in the General Industrial (M1) zone at THESSALON PLAN H792 LOT 20. Neighbours Shirley Stone and Tyler White of 39 Green Lane spoke in opposition, citing sight, noise, traffic, and property assessment concerns; Fire Chief Van Delft described berms and monthly specialty training. The Planning Consultant recommended approving the application by way of a zone exception, but no decision or vote was recorded — the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

• No decision or vote recorded on Zoning Amendment File No. 2023-Z-06; public meeting only
• Planning Consultant Tonazzo recommended approving the application by way of a zone exception
• Councillor Mulligan and Fire Prevention Officer Van Delft to meet property owners to investigate the property on Friday, January 12, 2024
• Councillor Currie suggested renaming the proposed location a training facility or training ground rather than a fire hall

Regular Meeting

The provided text for the Huron Shores, Ontario regular meeting on January 10, 2024, contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface information. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are recorded in the document.

Council renewed the 2024 municipal insurance policy and passed several by-laws regarding the fire department, treasurer appointment, and signing authorities. A public meeting for the Official Plan Review was scheduled for April 10, 2024. Several items, including a zoning amendment and recreation centre repairs, were deferred.

• Renewed 2024 Municipal Insurance Policy with Marsh Canada Limited for $169,455.00 plus $11,840.00 in taxes
• Scheduled Official Plan Review public meeting for April 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
• Passed By-law #24-01 to amend the Fire Department Constitution
• Passed By-law #24-03 to appoint a Municipal Treasurer and By-law #24-04 for signing authorities
• Approved $24,375.00 plus HST for Wishart Management Group Gold Package 2 membership
• Approved $1,860.00 for 2024 Huron North Community Economic Alliance membership
• Renamed Economic Development Advisory Committee to Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC)
• Deferred By-law #24-02 (zoning amendment) and Iron Bridge Recreation Centre repairs

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is reviewing follow-up questions for the MECP regarding septic inspections and compliance. The meeting also includes an informational presentation on the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.

• Follow-up with MECP regarding septic inspections and compliance
• Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (informational)

The committee adopted the minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting. Members requested that staff seek further information from the MECP and MNRF regarding environmental monitoring and water management. Councillor Falk will continue as Chair.

• Adopted December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Requested staff follow-up with MECP on inspections, site expansions, and ECA portal mapping
• Requested staff follow-up with MNRF on Harris creek water flow, fish populations, and dam operating plans
• Confirmed Councillor Falk as Chair

Community Development Advisory Committee

The committee will review the previous meeting's minutes and discuss proposed revisions to its Terms of Reference. The meeting also includes the selection of a Chair and presentations by guests Ed Peterson and Morgan Cignini.

• Review of Terms of Reference 2023-02-08.pdf
• Selection of Chair
• Guest presentation by Ed Peterson, Founder of Tiny Town Association
• Guest presentation by Morgan Cignini, President, Mile 24 Investments Ltd.

The Economic Development Advisory Committee recommended that Council rename the body to the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) and update its Terms of Reference. The committee also recommended increasing the number of public members from four to five and appointing Kathy Mroz to the committee.

• Adopted December 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended to Council renaming the committee to Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC)
• Recommended to Council increasing public committee membership from four to five
• Recommended to Council the appointment of Kathy Mroz to the committee
• Nominated Councillor Currie as Chair