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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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)

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

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

Environmental Advisory Committee

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mississagi River Monitoring Committee

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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

Infrastructure Services 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Special Meeting

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Regular Meeting

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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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

Regular Meeting

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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)

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.