Kawartha Lakes public meetings in 2021

Rural Zoning By-Law Consolidation and Update Task Force

This is the agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Rural Zoning By-Law Consolidation and Update Task Force meeting on December 15, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. No substantive business is detailed in the provided text.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a recess for the Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation Annual General Meeting. The council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Recess for Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation Annual General Meeting
• By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting of December 14, 2021

The special council meeting on December 14, 2021, was largely procedural. Council adopted the agenda, recessed for the Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation Annual General Meeting, and reconvened. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was passing a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the special council meeting (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes the election of the 2022 Deputy Mayor, adoption of minutes, and decisions on several reports. Key items include approving ATV pilot routes in multiple areas, awarding contracts for landfill cover material and the Bobcaygeon Library renovation, and updating the seasonal trailer park by-law.

• Election of 2022 Deputy Mayor
• Approval of ATV pilot routes in Pontypool, Omemee, Cameron, Janetville, and Lindsay
• Award of $1,979,460 contract to MVW Construction for Bobcaygeon Library renovation
• Award of landfill cover material contracts to Robert E. Young Construction ($223,680 for Lindsay, $60,700 for Fenelon) and Dudman Construction ($25,000 for Somerville)
• Repeal and replacement of Seasonal Trailer Park By-law 2013-148

Council approved two-year ATV pilot routes in Pontypool, Omemee, Cameron, Janetville, and Lindsay, set to begin May 2022, and directed staff to bring forward amending by-laws. Council also repealed and replaced the Seasonal Trailer Park By-law (8-1) after a motion to delay for further consultation failed. Additionally, Council awarded a $1.98M contract for the Bobcaygeon Library renovation and approved $562,133.92 in Legacy CHEST Fund allocations for 2022.

• Approved two-year ATV pilot routes in Pontypool, Omemee, Cameron, Janetville, and Lindsay (Carried)
• Repealed and replaced Seasonal Trailer Park By-law 2013-148 (8-1)
• Awarded $1,979,460 contract to MVW Construction for Bobcaygeon Library renovation (Carried)
• Approved $67,905.42 in Bobcaygeon Legacy CHEST Fund 2022 allocations (Carried)
• Approved $494,228.50 in Lindsay Legacy CHEST Fund 2022 allocations (Carried)
• Extended textile pilot program until December 31, 2023 (Carried)
• Directed staff to apply for NRCan grant for electric fleet transition (Carried)
• Councillor Tracy Richardson acclaimed as Deputy Mayor for 2022 (Carried)

Drainage Board

The Kawartha Lakes Drainage Board is meeting electronically to consider a petition for new drainage works on Concession 3, Part Lot 8 in Fenelon Township (the proposed Curtin Municipal Drain) and to review a Section 78 improvement report for the Ops 4 Municipal Drain. The board will also hear deputations, adopt minutes, and receive updates on maintenance work plans and ongoing petitions.

• Petition by Michael Curtin for drainage works on Concession 3, Part Lot 8, Fenelon Township, to be named Curtin Municipal Drain
• Recommendation to proceed with notices under Section 5 of the Drainage Act and appoint a Drainage Engineer
• Presentation and recommendation to adopt the Ops 4 Municipal Drain Section 78 Report by M. Gerrits P. Eng
• Recommendation that Council adopt the report and prepare by-laws, with no Court of Revision required as City is sole assessed property
• Updates on 2021 maintenance work plan and 2022 proposed maintenance work plan

The Drainage Board appointed Councillor Veale as Chair and Councillor Ashmore as Vice-Chair. It received a petition for the Curtin Municipal Drain and recommended Council adopt the Ops 4 Municipal Drain Section 78 report, with costs of $96,470 assessed to the City. Updates on maintenance and ongoing petitions were received for information.

• Appointed Councillor Veale as Chair and Councillor Ashmore as Vice-Chair (carried)
• Received petition for Curtin Municipal Drain and instructed Clerk to proceed with notices (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Ops 4 Municipal Drain Section 78 report and prepare by-law (carried)
• Received 2021 maintenance and 2022 proposed work plan updates (carried)
• Received updates on ongoing petition drains (carried)

Agricultural Development Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Development Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several agricultural concerns raised by residents, including aerial spraying of crops, spreading of sewage biosolids on farmland, and feral pigs in the region. The committee will also hear updates on the Skills Development Fund project with Fleming College, the Skills Advance Ontario Year 2 program, and other economic development initiatives. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of concerns from Janetville area residents regarding aerial spraying of crops
• Discussion of concerns from a Little Britain area resident regarding spreading of sewage biosolids on agricultural land
• Discussion of feral pigs in the region
• Update on Skills Development Fund - Fleming Agriculture Equipment Operator Program
• Call for nominations for Spotlight on Agriculture in Kawartha Lakes Gala and Awards due January 17, 2022

The Agricultural Development Advisory Committee voted to affirm aerial spraying and sewage biosolids application as accepted Normal Farming Practices, directing concerned residents to provincial regulators and planning educational factsheets. It also urged Council action on feral pig education and tracking, raised deadstock disposal needs, and received a Fleming College update on an equipment operator program. All motions carried unanimously.

• Affirmed aerial spraying as Normal Farming Practice; factsheet to be developed (carried)
• Affirmed sewage biosolids application as Normal Farming Practice; factsheet to be developed (carried)
• Requested Council action on feral pig education, tracking, and program (carried)
• Raised deadstock collection/disposal issue with Council for regional solutions (carried)
• Received Fleming College deputation on Agriculture Equipment Operator program (carried)
• Appointed A. VanVught to coordinate Excellence in Agriculture Award nomination (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including adopting the agenda and minutes from November 5, 2021. They will receive updates on work plan projects (Pollinator Action, Active Transportation, Environmental Hero) and discuss the Healthy Environment Plan and new initiatives. The committee will also propose meeting dates for 2022. This is largely a procedural and planning meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adoption of minutes from November 5, 2021
• Work plan updates: Pollinator Action Committee, Active Transportation, Environmental Hero
• Discussion of Healthy Environment Plan initiatives and new initiatives
• Proposed 2022 meeting dates: Jan 27, Mar 24, May 26, Sep 22, Oct 27, Nov 24

The Environmental Advisory Committee carried a motion that the needs of pedestrians and cyclists be considered in all new developments, with multi-purpose pathways and bike lanes incorporated. Members also discussed the Healthy Environment Plan, noting three of five milestones are complete and two new environmental staff positions were approved in the budget. The committee added two extra meeting dates for 2022.

• Adopted agenda with added item on Healthy Environment Plan update (carried)
• Adopted November 5, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Carried motion: pedestrian and cyclist needs considered in all new developments, with multi-purpose pathways and bike lanes
• Added two additional 2022 meeting dates (April and June) (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several proposed budget presentations for the 2022 fiscal year. Discussions include updates on Ontario Community Infrastructure funding and specific budget units for water, wastewater, and special projects.

• Verbal update on Ontario Community Infrastructure (OCIF) funding
• 2022 Proposed Water and Wastewater Capital Budget presentation
• 2022 Proposed Water and Wastewater Operating Budget presentation
• 2022 Proposed Special Projects Budget presentation
• 2022 Proposed Operating Budget presentation

Council approved the 2022 Operating Budget with a 4.5% tax levy increase, including a 1.5% dedicated Roads Capital Levy. The budget includes a $1,000,000 donation to Ross Memorial Hospital funded from reserves, $10,000 for Lindsay BIA beautification, and $120,000 from the Capital Contingency Reserve to offset the tax levy. Several motions to remove positions or add revenues failed. The 2022 Water and Wastewater Capital and Operating Budget and the Special Projects Budget were also approved.

• Approved 2022 Operating Budget with 4.5% tax levy increase (carried)
• Approved $1,000,000 donation to Ross Memorial Hospital from General Contingency Reserve (carried)
• Approved $10,000 for Lindsay BIA beautification funded from tax levy (carried)
• Approved $120,000 from Capital Contingency Reserve to offset tax levy (carried)
• Approved 2022 Water and Wastewater Capital and Operating Budget (carried)
• Approved 2022 Special Projects Budget as amended (carried)
• Failed motion to remove Administrative Assistant position from Clerk's Office
• Failed motion to remove Healthy Environment Coordinator position from Development Services

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to review a site plan application for 6697 Highway 35 in Coboconk and to consider amendments to the Heritage Delegated Authority By-law (2019-154) that would extend timelines and allow execution of heritage easement agreements. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the November 4, 2021 meeting and routine administrative items.

• Site plan application review for 6697 Highway 35, Coboconk (report KLMHC2021-50)
• Proposed amendments to By-law 2019-154 to extend timelines and execute heritage easement agreements (report KLMHC2021-51)
• Adoption of minutes from November 4, 2021 meeting

The committee endorsed proposed amendments to the delegated authority by-law regarding heritage easement timelines and forwarded it to Council. It also approved an alteration application for 73 William Street South in Lindsay and provided comments on the Coboconk Wellness Centre site plan.

• Endorsed amendment to By-law 2019-154 on heritage easement timelines, forwarded to Council
• Approved alteration application at 73 William Street South, Lindsay
• Received site plan review comments for 6697 Highway 35, Coboconk
• Adopted agenda and minutes as circulated

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding public meetings for two development applications: a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 63 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon, and an Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment at 1407 Elm Tree Road. After the public meetings, the committee will consider referring both applications back to staff for further review until all agency comments are received.

• Public meeting for PLAN2021-064: zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 63 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon (Elm Bobcaygeon (2018) Inc.)
• Public meeting for PLAN2021-065: Official Plan and zoning by-law amendment at 1407 Elm Tree Road (Keith and Donna Buckley)
• Both applications to be referred back to staff pending comments from agencies and City departments

The committee held public meetings for two planning applications. For the proposed 70-lot residential subdivision at 63 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon, the committee voted to refer the application back to staff to address public concerns. For the proposed yoga studio and health office at 1407 Elm Tree Road, the committee voted to recommend that Council approve the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments.

• Referred PLAN2021-064 (63 Dunn Street subdivision) back to staff for further review and processing until all comments and concerns are addressed.
• Recommended Council approve the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 1407 Elm Tree Road (yoga studio and health office).
• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated.
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:05 p.m.

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is primarily focused on reviewing the 2022 proposed capital budget, including decision units and an attachment related to Ross Memorial Hospital. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, disclosure of pecuniary interests, deputations, correspondence, and a confirming by-law.

• 2022 Proposed Capital Budget - Decision Units
• Ross Memorial Hospital Attachment
• By-Law to Confirm the Proceeds of the Special Council Meeting of November 30, 2021

Council received the 2022 Proposed Capital Budget and approved it as amended, including a 1.5% dedicated roads capital levy. The budget includes funding for several road projects, a crosswalk study, and the Omemee Downtown Revitalization project, among other items.

• Approved 2022 Capital Budget including 1.5% dedicated roads capital levy
• Included $245,000 for Manvers Arena parking lot and lighting, $175,000 for accessible washroom, and $41,000 for exterior doors as Decision Units
• Included $1,100,000 for Baseline Road rural surfacing
• Included $151,000 for rural surfacing of Royal Oak Road
• Included $113,000 for Wilson Street, Gore Street and George Street, Bethany
• Referred multiple roads to staff for consideration in the next 5-Year Capital Roads Plan
• Referred crosswalk requests at four locations to staff for review
• Authorized staff to pursue provincial grant funding for the Summit Wellness Centre

Growth Management Strategy Task Force

The Growth Management Strategy Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss key themes from homework questions, review the project schedule, and outline next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Discussion of key themes from Meeting 1 homework questions
• Review of GMS project schedule
• Next steps for the growth management strategy

The Growth Management Strategy Task Force met to discuss key themes from previous meetings, including urban growth, housing, and economic development. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussion and planning for future work. The next meeting is scheduled for January 2022.

• Adopted the agenda (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:15 p.m. (carried)

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to review the draft plan and discuss its implementation. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting minutes and declarations of interest, followed by a review of the draft plan, implementation discussion, and round table discussion. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Review of draft Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Discussion on implementation of the plan
• Adoption of minutes from October 29, 2021 meeting
• Round table discussion
• Correspondence and next meeting date

The committee reviewed the updated Draft Plan and agreed it is ready to be presented to Council. Members discussed implementation, including creating a 'landing spot' for action items and mapping out lead groups and first steps. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated
• Adopted minutes from the previous meeting
• Agreed the Draft Plan is ready for Council presentation

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss and finalize recommendations for rural and Bobcaygeon routes, consider additional routes, and propose a monitoring process for approved routes. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube only.

• Response to Council on recommendations for rural routes
• Response to Council on recommendations for Bobcaygeon route
• Recommendations for any additional routes
• Recommendation for monitoring process for approved routes

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force met and adopted its agenda and previous minutes, and received 192 pieces of resident correspondence and a deputation from Jamie Morris. The task force recommended a monitoring process for approved ORV routes, including tracking complaint details and conducting traffic counts during the pilot. It also recommended that the task force be disbanded with thanks, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes from the October 15, 2021 meeting.
• Received 192 pieces of resident correspondence.
• Received a deputation from Jamie Morris regarding ATV use.
• Recommended a monitoring process for approved routes, including complaint details and staff reporting to Council in Q1 2022.
• Recommended City staff determine the lead agency for monitoring.
• Recommended Council direct staff to conduct traffic counts during the pilot, ideally on weekends and long weekends.
• Recommended the task force be disbanded with thanks.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold an electronic meeting to consider one deferred minor variance application and eight new minor variance applications, plus administrative items. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube, with written comments accepted by email.

• Deferred minor variance COA2021-038 for vacant lands in Somerville, Ward 2
• Minor variance at 31 Westview Drive, Emily, Ward 8
• Minor variance at 552 Fleetwood Road, Manvers, Ward 8
• Minor variance at 1405 and 1415 Killarney Bay Road, Fenelon, Ward 3
• Minor variance at 65 Wellington Street, Lindsay, Ward 5

The Committee of Adjustment granted seven minor variance applications for properties across Kawartha Lakes, including approvals for a new dwelling at 31 Westview Drive, a garage addition at 552 Fleetwood Road, and a semi-detached boathouse at 1415 Killarney Bay Road. One application (D20-2021-029) for vacant lands in Somerville was deferred for up to seven months pending a city review of access procedures. The committee also appointed Mark LaHay as Secretary Treasurer and approved 2022 meeting dates.

• Granted minor variance D20-2021-066 for a dwelling and deck at 31 Westview Drive, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-067 for a garage addition at 552 Fleetwood Road, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-068 for a boathouse, garage, and shed at 1405 Killarney Bay Road, with one relief denied and an increased setback granted.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-069 for a semi-detached boathouse at 1415 Killarney Bay Road, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-070 for a detached garage at 65 Wellington Street, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-072 for a covered porch at 2 Newry Road, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-073 for a deck at 205 Snug Harbour Road, subject to conditions.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-074 for an increased accessory building height at 358 Drum Road, subject to conditions.

Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee

The Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting electronically to discuss landfill complaints, leachate outbreaks, and new business including source separated organics, a 2021 work summary, and a 2022 work plan. They will also update Fenelon hours of operation and hear public comments. The agenda is routine with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Landfill complaints review
• Leachate outbreaks discussion
• Source Separated Organics item
• 2021 Work Summary and 2022 Work Plan
• Fenelon Hours of Operation Update

Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt its agenda and minutes, receive updates on community revitalization and economic development, and discuss a draft Downtown Revitalization Framework. The meeting is electronic only, with no public access to Council Chambers.

• Review of Kawartha Lakes Downtown Revitalization Plans Summary
• Discussion of Kawartha Lakes Downtown Framework DRAFT (Nov 15)
• Million Dollar Makeover 2020+2021 Intake Summary
• Adoption of September 24, 2021 meeting minutes

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee voted to recommend that Council adopt the Downtown Revitalization Framework, and also recommended a comprehensive signage review, addressing key action plan items (including Omemee and Coboconk reconstruction and public washrooms), and dissolving the committee in favor of a Downtown Community of Practice. The committee also received updates on downtown revitalization activities and staff projects.

• Recommended Council adopt the Downtown Revitalization Framework (DRAC2021-020).
• Recommended Council consider a comprehensive signage review for consistent signage across downtowns (DRAC2021-021).
• Recommended Council address key outstanding action plan items, prioritizing Omemee and Coboconk reconstruction and public washrooms (DRAC2021-022).
• Recommended Council dissolve the Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee and establish a Downtown Community of Practice (DRAC2021-023).
• Recommended Council thank stakeholders and volunteers for their contributions to the Downtown Revitalization program (DRAC2021-024).
• Received community downtown revitalization updates (DRAC2021-025).
• Received the Economic Development staff update (DRAC2021-026).

Special Council Meeting

This is a special electronic meeting of Kawartha Lakes City Council focused on the 2022 budget. The agenda includes a presentation by the Director of Corporate Services, deputations, and correspondence related to the budget, followed by a confirming by-law. No decisions are listed on the agenda beyond the presentation and discussion items.

• Presentation - Overview of the 2022 Budget by Jennifer Stover, Director of Corporate Services
• Deputations relating to the 2022 Budget
• Correspondence relating to the 2022 Budget
• By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting of November 18, 2021

Council received a presentation from Director Jennifer Stover on the 2022 budget, covering financial overview, pandemic response, and capital, operating, special projects, and water/wastewater budgets. No decisions were made on the budget itself; the presentation was received as information. The meeting also adopted the agenda, passed a confirming by-law, and adjourned.

• Adopted the agenda for the special council meeting as circulated.
• Received the 2022 budget overview presentation from Director Jennifer Stover.
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the special council meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes adopting the minutes from the October 20, 2021 meeting, receiving updates from the Accessibility Officer, working groups, and a councillor, and handling any new business. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Adoption of minutes from October 20, 2021 meeting
• Accessibility Officer update
• Updates from working groups on public awareness and public spaces
• Councillor's update

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee met and received updates from working groups and staff. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the agenda, previous minutes, and receiving reports for information. The committee discussed plans for International Day for People with Disabilities, the 2022 Accessibility Awards, and a draft site plan resource for pre-consultation.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from October 20, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received reports from Accessibility Officer and working groups for information (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:00 p.m. (carried)

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting to review its activity summary, discuss landfill complaints and leachate outbreaks, and consider a Source Separated Organics (SSO) feasibility report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Review of Summary of Actions November 2021
• Discussion of landfill complaints
• Discussion of leachate outbreaks
• Source Separated Organics (SSO) Feasibility Report
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2021 meeting

Special Committee of the Whole

This Special Committee of the Whole meeting focuses on off-road vehicle (ORV/ATV) use on city roads. The committee will hear four deputations from residents about ATV use in Bobcaygeon and proposed routes, and will receive a report from the Director of Public Works on the Off Road Vehicle Task Force recommendations. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and receipt.

• Deputation by Ann Adare on ATV use in the Village of Bobcaygeon
• Deputation by Richard Fedy on ATV use in the Village of Bobcaygeon
• Deputation by William Steffler on ORV Task Force recommendation to open rural roads and other municipal streets
• Deputation by Heather Stauble on proposed ATV routes
• Report PW2021-007 on Off Road Vehicle Task Force recommendations from Director of Public Works Bryan Robinson

The Special Committee of the Whole received deputations and correspondence opposing ATV use, and considered the Off Road Vehicle Task Force recommendations. It approved two-year ATV pilot routes for Pontypool, Omemee, Cameron, Janetville, and Lindsay, to commence in May 2022, and deferred the Bobcaygeon route pending more information. All recommendations will be forwarded to the December 14, 2021 Regular Council Meeting for final consideration.

• Approved Pontypool ATV pilot route (Telecom Road, Porter Road) for 2 years (carried)
• Approved Omemee ATV pilot route (Sturgeon Road, Beaver Road, Heights Road, Mount Horeb Road, Crosswind Road, Hogsback Road) for 2 years (carried)
• Approved Cameron ATV pilot route (Ranchers Road, Long Beach Road) for 2 years (carried)
• Approved Janetville ATV pilot route (Golf Course Road, St. Mary's Road, Mount Horeb Road, Janetville Road) for 2 years (carried)
• Approved Lindsay ATV pilot route (Thunder Bridge Road, Kenrei Road) for 2 years (carried)
• Deferred Bobcaygeon ATV route pending swing bridge detour timeline and Peterborough County Transportation Master Plan update (motion failed)
• Received all deputations and correspondence opposing ATV use, forwarded to Council (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes decisions on a Minister's Zoning Order request for a large residential development, a development charges relief request, and several road-related matters. Council will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive various reports and presentations.

• Support for Minister's Zoning Order on ~130 hectares for Bromont Homes and Melody Gardens Inc.
• Request by Community Care for relief from development charges
• Approval of $81,000 for additional street sweepers and water trucks
• Amendment to waste management by-law 2016-144
• Disposition of road allowance adjacent to 122 Miller Road, Brechin

Council approved a motion to pay $167,919 in development charges on behalf of Community Care for its redevelopment at 21 Angeline Street South, Lindsay, after a motion for $84,000 failed. Council also approved a series of dock encroachment policy amendments, including licensing up to 176 of 177 existing docks on Hazel Street and allowing existing docks in Cedar Glen to remain under certain conditions. Several other items were deferred, including the disposition of a lane adjacent to 69 Rose Street and the discharge of firearms by-law review.

• Approved $167,919 development charge payment for Community Care (motion for $84,000 failed)
• Approved licensing up to 176 of 177 existing private docks on Hazel Street
• Approved allowing existing Cedar Glen docks to remain under current ownership, one per household, capped at current total
• Approved increasing boathouse encroachment fee to $400 annually
• Approved amendments to Dock Encroachment Policy CP2018-001
• Deferred disposition of lane adjacent to 69 Rose Street to Dec 14 meeting
• Deferred discharge of firearms by-law review to Dec 14 meeting
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule for Council, Committee of the Whole, and Planning Advisory Committee

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management is meeting electronically to discuss the 2022 budget, a Ministry of Long-Term Care funding memo aimed at increasing staffing levels, and proposed 2022 meeting dates. They will also review the September and October 2021 operations report and hold a closed session for confidential matters.

• 2022 Budget Update
• Memorandum 005 - Ministry of Long-Term Care Funding to Increase Staffing Levels
• Memorandum 006 - 2022 Proposed Meeting Dates
• Victoria Manor Operations Report for September and October 2021
• Closed session items under Municipal Act, 2001 s.239(2)(b)(d)(g) and (b)(d)(e)

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management received a 2022 budget update and a memo on Ministry of Long-Term Care funding to increase staffing levels, both for information. The committee also received the September-October 2021 operations report from Sienna Senior Living and proposed 2022 meeting dates. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received as information.

• Received 2022 Budget Update for information (carried)
• Received Memorandum 005 on Ministry of Long-Term Care funding to increase staffing levels (carried)
• Received Memorandum 006 on 2022 proposed meeting dates (carried)
• Received Victoria Manor Operations Report for September-October 2021 (carried)

Waste Management Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Waste Management Advisory Committee meeting on November 8, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The Waste Management Advisory Committee received a presentation from Dillon Consulting on future waste options and recommended the city consider vertical expansion of landfills scheduled to reach capacity. The committee also received a Source Separated Organics (SSO) feasibility report and recommended the city issue an expression of interest for an SSO program, as well as aggressively pursue a backyard composting program.

• Received Dillon Consulting presentation on Future Waste Options Study (carried)
• Recommended city consider vertical expansion of landfills nearing capacity (carried)
• Received SSO Feasibility Report (carried)
• Recommended city issue expression of interest for SSO program (carried)
• Recommended city aggressively pursue backyard composting program (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to review work plan updates and discuss several environmental topics, including a tree preservation by-law, pollinator mapping, roadside mowing, and air pollution concerns. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no formal decisions listed.

• Tree Preservation By-Law discussion
• Bee City Pollinator Mapping update
• Roadside Mowing discussion
• Air Pollution - Air Traffic Over Lindsay and Car Idling
• Environmental Hero 2021 nomination

The Environmental Advisory Committee approved $350 for gift certificates from local nurseries as prizes for the Bee a Hero contest. The committee agreed to set aside its plastics reduction initiative for one year to monitor federal single-use plastics legislation. Members also discussed development applications, air traffic concerns, and planned a strategic planning meeting for December 9, 2021.

• Approved $350 for Bee a Hero contest prizes (carried)
• Agreed to table plastics reduction initiative for one year
• Adopted agenda with addition of Strategic Planning Meeting item
• Adopted minutes of May 17 and May 27, 2021 meetings
• Adjourned at 3:38 p.m.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a Heritage Inventory Framework, receive a Heritage Planning Update, review Part V Heritage Permit Applications, set 2022 meeting dates, and consider an alteration application for 37 Colborne Street in Fenelon Falls. They will also hear subcommittee updates and correspondence.

• Heritage Inventory Framework presentation by Emily Turner
• Heritage Planning Update report
• 2021 Part V Heritage Permit Applications
• Alteration application for 37 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls (CIBC signage)
• 2022 Meeting Dates and committee correspondence

The committee denied a proposed signage alteration for 37 Colborne Street in Fenelon Falls, directing staff to consult with the applicant on a more suitable design. It also approved 2022 meeting dates and received several informational reports, including the Heritage Inventory Framework and heritage planning updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied alteration application for 37 Colborne Street signage (carried)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (carried)
• Received Heritage Inventory Framework report (carried)
• Received Heritage Planning Update for October (carried)
• Received 2021 Part V Heritage Permit Applications report (carried)
• Received correspondence report (carried)
• Approved submitting property standards complaint for former York Hotel (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider minor variance applications and other planning business. One application (COA2021-068) was deferred from a previous meeting and will be reconsidered. Two new minor variance applications are on the agenda, along with an update on reconciliation education.

• Deferred minor variance COA2021-068 at 2220 Elm Tree Road (Fenelon, Ward 3)
• New minor variance COA2021-077 at 125 McKelvey Road (Eldon, Ward 1)
• New minor variance COA2021-078 at 143 Albert Street North (Lindsay, Ward 5)
• Reconciliation Education Course Update by Acting Manager of Planning

The Committee of Adjustment approved all three minor variance applications on the agenda: an accessory residential unit at 2220 Elm Tree Road, a larger garage at 125 McKelvey Road, and a front yard setback reduction at 143 Albert Street North. Each approval was subject to conditions, including construction timelines and, for McKelvey Road, a deeming by-law requirement. No applications were denied or deferred.

• Granted minor variance D20-2021-048 for accessory residential unit at 2220 Elm Tree Road (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-064 for garage size increase at 125 McKelvey Road, with added deeming by-law condition (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-065 for front yard setback reduction at 143 Albert Street North (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting and considering a recommendation to approve a zoning by-law amendment for a property at 763 City of Kawartha Lakes Road 46, applied for by Holcrest Farms Ltd. The committee will receive the report and, if approved, recommend that Council adopt the zoning by-law.

• Public meeting for zoning amendment application D06-2021-025
• Amend Mariposa Zoning By-law No. 94-07 at Part of Lot 5, Concession 14
• Recommendation to approve zoning by-law for adoption by Council
• Authorization for Mayor and Clerk to execute documents

The Planning Advisory Committee held a public meeting and voted to recommend that Council approve a zoning by-law amendment for a property at 763 City of Kawartha Lakes Road 46. The amendment would sever a 0.68-hectare rural residential lot with a dwelling and rezone the retained 37.5 hectares of agricultural land to prohibit residential uses. The motion was carried unanimously.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated (PAC2021-077)
• Recommended approval of zoning by-law amendment for 763 City of Kawartha Lakes Road 46 (PAC2021-078)
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:09 p.m. (PAC2021-079)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from Bromont Homes Inc. and Melody Gardens Inc. requesting a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) for approximately 130 hectares of land in south Lindsay. The committee voted to support the request and directed staff to prepare a draft development agreement with the applicants, to be brought back to Council by the end of January 2022. All recommendations from this meeting were forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting for final consideration.

• Supported Minister's Zoning Order request for ~130 ha in south Lindsay (Carried)
• Directed staff to draft development agreement with Bromont Homes and Melody Gardens by end of January 2022 (Carried)
• Received Fenelon Falls Second Crossing update; directed staff to review signage, left-turn restrictions, and other traffic measures (Carried)
• Endorsed Municipal Heritage Committee's recommendation to amend designating By-Law for 1201 Salem Road (Carried)
• Approved amendments to Waste Management By-Law 2016-144 (Carried)
• Approved increased street sweeping level of service with 4 additional sweepers and $81,000 in 2022 budget (Carried)
• Approved winter maintenance policy amendments and Lindsay BIA sidewalk clearing by-law (Carried)
• Approved policy amendments for assumption of private and unassumed roads (Carried)

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to review the draft plan, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and hold a round table discussion. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom by request.

• Review of the draft Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Adoption of minutes from September 17, 2021 meeting
• Round table discussion
• Electronic participation meeting, public access via Zoom by request

The committee reviewed the draft Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, collecting feedback for revisions. The plan will be recirculated and then delivered to Council, after which the advisory committee will be dismantled. An annual report to Council on the plan's implementation will be required, and action groups may be established in 2022.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from September 17, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Reviewed draft Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, collected changes for revision
• Adjourned meeting at 2:30 p.m. (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting focused on the 2022 budget. Council will receive a report summarizing external agency budget requests and hear 2022 budget presentations from several agencies and boards, including the police service, health unit, conservation authorities, housing corporation, library, and downtown BIA. Correspondence on 2022 budgets from the OPP and three conservation authorities is also on the agenda.

• Report CORP2021-016: 2022 Summary of External Agency Budget Requests
• 2022 Annual Billing Statement from Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
• 2022 budget presentations from Kawartha Lakes Police Services, Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit, Kawartha Conservation, Kawartha Lakes Haliburton Housing Corporation, Kawartha Lakes Library Board, Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative, and Lindsay Downtown BIA
• 2022 budget correspondence from Lake Simcoe, Otonabee, and Ganaraska Region Conservation Authorities

Council received the 2022 budget presentations from external agencies and boards, including the health unit, police services, conservation authorities, housing corporation, library, health care initiative, and downtown BIA. No budget amounts were approved; all items were received for information only.

• Received external agency budget request summary (CORP2021-016)
• Received OPP 2022 Annual Billing Statement correspondence
• Received Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 2022 Budget correspondence
• Received Otonabee Region Conservation Authority 2022 Budget correspondence
• Received Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority 2022 Budget correspondence
• Received 2022 budget presentations from 7 agencies/boards (health unit, police, conservation, housing, library, health care initiative, BIA)
• Adopted agenda and confirming by-law

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold an electronic meeting on October 21, 2021, to consider 10 minor variance applications and one deferred item. The agenda includes one previously deferred application (COA2021-076) and nine new applications. Public participation is available by email request, and written comments can be submitted.

• COA2021-076: 25 Manor Road, Lakeview Park, Plan 152, Part Lot 9, Concession 2, Fenelon (deferred from previous meeting)
• COA2021-067: 12 Lorraine Drive, Lot 13, Plan M714, Manvers
• COA2021-068: 222 Elm Tree Road, Part Lot 4, Concession 2, Fenelon (deferral memorandum to follow)
• COA2021-069: 855 Post Road, Part of Easterly Half of Lot 14, Concession 8, Ops
• COA2021-070: Vacant Lot, Sunset View Road and Shadow Lake Road #4, Part Lot 68 Front Range, Somerville

The Committee of Adjustment approved nine minor variance applications, including several for residential additions, garages, and a swimming pool, and deferred one application to a later meeting. All approvals were granted with conditions, including construction timelines. One application was deferred for up to two months.

• Granted minor variance for attached garage and addition at 25 Manor Road (COA2021-098)
• Granted minor variance for shed and swimming pool at 12 Lorraine Drive with 48-month construction timeline (COA2021-099)
• Deferred minor variance application for 2220 Elm Tree Road to November 25, 2021 (COA2021-100)
• Granted minor variance for lot frontage reduction at 855 Post Road (COA2021-101)
• Granted minor variance for dwelling construction at Sunset View Road and Shadow Lake Road (COA2021-102)
• Granted minor variance for second-storey addition at 93 Paradise Road (COA2021-103)
• Granted minor variance for rear yard deck at 92 Alcorn Drive (COA2021-104)
• Granted minor variance for detached garage at 233 Long Beach Road with shed relocation condition (COA2021-105)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt prior minutes, receive updates from staff and working groups, and review documents for the 2022 Municipal Election. The main substantive item is endorsing the 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan, Election Feedback Form, and Election Site Accessibility Checklist.

• Review and endorsement of 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan
• Review of Election Feedback Form
• Review of Election Site Accessibility Checklist
• Adoption of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Updates from Accessibility Officer and working groups

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee endorsed the 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan, Election Feedback Form, and Election Site Accessibility Checklist. The committee also received updates from the Accessibility Officer and working groups, including feedback on the Trails Master Plan and draft site plan resources. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Endorsed 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan, Feedback Form, and Site Checklist (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from September 15, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received reports from Accessibility Officer and working groups (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

The agenda includes a request to support FLATO Lindsay Community Inc.'s Minister's Zoning Order, several heritage designations, and a large number of road and infrastructure items proposed as decision units for the 2022 budget.

Council voted 5-4 to support FLATO Lindsay Community Inc.'s request for a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) for approximately 115 hectares east of the Lindsay urban area. Staff will work with FLATO to prepare a draft development agreement for Council review by end of January 2022. Council also approved an ATV pilot project route through Lindsay, awarded contracts for mattress recycling and culvert replacement, and adopted numerous 2022 budget decision units.

• Supported FLATO MZO request for ~115 ha east of Lindsay (5-4)
• Approved ATV pilot project route through Lindsay (5-4)
• Awarded Recyc-Mattress $125,580/yr mattress recycling contract
• Awarded Nick Carchidi Excavating $357,540.99 culvert replacement contract
• Approved opioid and drug surveillance data sharing agreement
• Approved zoning amendments for 12 Mansfield St, Bobcaygeon and 408-422 Ranch Rd
• Approved heritage designation for 1480 Highway 7A, Bethany
• Referred FLATO MZO deferral motion (failed 4-5)

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss proposed ATV routes connecting to the Victoria Rail Trail in several areas, including Pontypool, Omemee, Lindsay, Cameron, Janetville, and Bobcaygeon. They will also review and make recommendations on Council Resolution CR2021-422 regarding by-pass options for an ATV route around Lindsay, including a bridge crossing at Thunderbridge Road. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube, but public access to the meeting itself is not available.

• Public discussion of proposed routes in Pontypool, Omemee, Lindsay, Cameron, Janetville, and Bobcaygeon areas
• Review of Council Resolution CR2021-422 for ATV by-pass options around Lindsay with bridge crossing at Thunderbridge Road
• Proposed routes include specific roads such as Telecom Road, Porter Road, Sturgeon Road, Beaver Road, Heights Road, Mount Horeb Road, Crosswind Road, Hogsback Road, Thunder Bridge Road, Kenrie Park Road, Powles Road, Ranchers Road, Long Beach Road, Cameron Road, Golf Course Road, St. Mary's Road, and River Road
• Adoption of minutes from September 13, 2021 meeting

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force recommended multiple routes for ATV use on city roads, to be brought forward to council by staff. The task force also endorsed a 2009 review for a by-pass around Lindsay and declined to seek MTO permission for crossing highways. All recommendations were carried unanimously.

• Recommended Telecom Rd and Porter Rd routes for Pontypool area (carried)
• Recommended Sturgeon, Beaver, Heights, Mount Horeb, Crosswind, and Hogsback roads for Omemee area (carried)
• Recommended Thunder Bridge Rd and Kenrie Park Rd for Lindsay area (carried)
• Recommended Ranchers, Long Beach, and Cameron roads for Cameron area (carried)
• Recommended Golf Course, St. Mary's, Mount Horeb, and Janetville roads for Janetville area (carried)
• Recommended Main St. from City Rd 36 to Front St. E. for Bobcaygeon area (carried)
• Endorsed 2009 review for Lindsay by-pass options including Thunderbridge bridge crossing (carried)

Growth Management Strategy Task Force

The Growth Management Strategy Task Force is meeting electronically to introduce the City of Kawartha Lakes Growth Management Strategy and discuss next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, covering introductions, appointment of chair and vice-chair, adoption of agenda and minutes, and declarations of interest. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Introduction to the City of Kawartha Lakes Growth Management Strategy
• Discussion of next steps
• Appointment of chair and vice-chair
• Adoption of minutes from previous meeting

The Growth Management Strategy Task Force held its inaugural meeting, appointing David Webb as Chair and Braden Kemp as Vice-Chair. Members received a presentation from consultants on the study's phases and participated in a discussion on key themes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Appointed David Webb as Chair (acclaimed)
• Appointed Braden Kemp as Vice-Chair (acclaimed)
• Adopted agenda as presented (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:15 p.m. (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several heritage items, including a proposed amendment to the designating by-law for 1201 Salem Road, a potential heritage designation for the Scugog River, and maintenance of heritage properties. The committee will also receive a heritage planning update and hear reports from its subcommittees. This is a regular business meeting with no public in-person access.

• Amendment of Designating By-law for 1201 Salem Road (KLMHC2021-40)
• Potential Designation of the Scugog River (KLMHC2021-42)
• Heritage Planning Update (KLMHC2021-41)
• Maintenance of Heritage Properties (KLMHC2021-43)
• Subcommittee updates: Heritage Designation, Outreach, Sign, Pickerel Point Cabins

The committee endorsed an amendment to the designating by-law for 1201 Salem Road and forwarded it to Council for approval. It also received updates on heritage planning, the potential designation of the Scugog River, and maintenance of heritage properties, forming subcommittees for the latter two. Letters of support were approved for two C.H.E.S.T. grant applications.

• Endorsed amendment to Schedule A of By-law 2018-177 for 1201 Salem Road (carried)
• Referred requests for properties not to be listed on Heritage Register to staff (carried)
• Received Heritage Planning Update for information (carried)
• Received report on potential Scugog River designation; subcommittee to work and report back (carried)
• Formed subcommittee to photograph City-owned heritage properties; amendment to Property Standards Bylaw to be prepared (carried)
• Directed expedient property title search for Pickerel Point cabins (carried)
• Directed Chair to provide letter of support to Downtown Lindsay BIA for C.H.E.S.T. application (carried)
• Directed Chair to provide letter of support for Queen's Square C.H.E.S.T. application (carried)

Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee

The Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting electronically to discuss landfill complaints, leachate outbreaks, and several waste-related updates including a pollinator project, the 2020 annual status report, source separated organics, corporate waste reduction, and public space recycling improvements. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.

• Landfill complaints discussion
• Leachate outbreaks discussion
• Fenelon Landfill Pollinator Project update
• 2020 Fenelon Landfill Annual Status Report presentation
• Source Separated Organics, Corporate Waste Reduction, and Public Space Recycling updates

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments. One is a public meeting for a proposed amendment at 408-422 Ranch Road (Muirhead), and the other is a regular report recommending approval of an amendment at 12 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (Harper). The committee will also receive deputations and correspondence.

• Public meeting for zoning by-law amendment at 408-422 Ranch Road (Muirhead), application D06-2021-021
• Recommendation to approve zoning by-law amendment at 12 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (Harper), application D06-2021-013
• Both amendments are to be referred to Council for adoption

The Planning Advisory Committee received two zoning by-law amendment reports and recommended both for Council approval. The first amendment adjusts the lot line boundary at 408-422 Ranch Road to reflect a new consent layout and allows retaining an existing barn. The second rezones 12 Mansfield Street in Bobcaygeon to permit accessory commercial uses like a bruncheonette, with a requirement for 8 parking spaces.

• Approved recommendation for zoning by-law amendment at 408-422 Ranch Road (Carried)
• Approved recommendation for zoning by-law amendment at 12 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend items for the 2022 budget, including numerous road projects and community initiatives proposed by councillors. The agenda also includes presentations on a trails master plan, automatic speed enforcement, and a long-term financial plan update, as well as reports on dock encroachment policy, parking by-law amendments, and heritage designations. Several items are recommendations to be brought forward to the next Regular Council Meeting.

• Dock encroachment policy amendments, including increasing boathouse encroachment annual fee to $400
• Proposed no parking zones amendments to By-law 2012-173
• Heritage designation of 1480 Highway 7A, Bethany and listing of properties on heritage register
• FLATO request for support of a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO)
• Numerous road and project decision units for 2022 budget, including Omemee Downtown Revitalization ($150,000) and various road paving

The Committee of the Whole voted to support FLATO Lindsay Community Inc.'s request for a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) on approximately 115 hectares east of the Lindsay urban area, and directed staff to prepare a draft development agreement by end of January 2022. The committee also endorsed several other recommendations, including setting the Debt Servicing Ratio at 7.5%, dissolving the Community Pandemic Recovery and Economic Recovery Task Forces, and approving heritage designations and policy updates. All recommendations are to be brought forward to the next Regular Council Meeting for final consideration.

• Supported FLATO MZO request for 115 ha east of Lindsay (carried)
• Set Debt Servicing Ratio at 7.5% (carried)
• Dissolved Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force (carried)
• Dissolved Economic Recovery Task Force (carried)
• Endorsed heritage designation of 1480 Highway 7A, Bethany (carried)
• Approved heritage register additions, excluding 5 properties (carried)
• Adopted updated Engineering and Corporate Assets policies (carried)
• Referred 69 Rose Street road allowance acquisition to Realty Services (carried)

Cemetery Board

The Kawartha Lakes Cemetery Board is meeting to handle routine items like appointing a chair and vice-chair, adopting the agenda, and approving minutes from January 30, 2020. New business includes updates on Kinmount 2020 and 2021 restorations, a staff update, the Janetville United Cemetery update, by-law revisions and FBCSA legislated changes, and filling a board vacancy. The meeting is scheduled for 1:00-2:00 PM at Ward Park, 7675 Highway 35 North, Norland.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of minutes from January 30, 2020
• Restoration updates: Kinmount 2020 and 2021
• Janetville United Cemetery update
• By-law revision and FBCSA legislated changes

Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force

The Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force is meeting to handle routine administrative items: adopting the agenda and previous minutes, and declaring any conflicts of interest. New business includes a change in representation for the Kawartha Lakes Culture and Heritage Network, the resignation of member D. Lister, and the introduction of the successful consultant, Nordicity. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from April 7, 2021 meeting
• Change of representation of the Kawartha Lakes Culture and Heritage Network
• Resignation of D. Lister
• Introduction of successful consultant: Nordicity

The Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force met and adopted its agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed updating the representation of the Kawartha Lakes Culture and Heritage Network, with staff to report to Council. They agreed to leave a vacancy on the task force open, as the terms of reference allow a minimum of five members. The consultant Nordicity was introduced and gave a presentation.

• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Adopted minutes from April 7, 2021 meeting
• Agreed to leave vacancy on task force open
• Noted staff will report to Council on KLCHN representation update

Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss downtown revitalization updates, including community successes and challenges, and to hold a facilitated discussion on the Downtown Revitalization Framework and visioning. The agenda also includes a deputation from Kawartha Works Co-Op and a letter of resignation from member Denise Livingstone.

• Deputation from Kawartha Works Co-Op
• Letter of resignation from Denise Livingstone
• Community Downtown Revitalization Updates
• Downtown Revitalization Framework Discussion and Visioning facilitated by Carolyn Puterbough, OMAFRA

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee met on September 24, 2021, and adopted the agenda and previous minutes. Members received a resignation letter from Denise Livingstone and heard a presentation from the Kawartha Works Community Co-op. The committee discussed community successes and challenges and participated in a facilitated visioning session for the new downtown program framework. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine administrative approvals.

• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted April 15, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Received resignation letter from Denise Livingstone (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:23 p.m. (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes decisions on several staff recommendations from the Committee of the Whole, including rejecting a proposed ATV route through Lindsay, implementing a vaccination requirement for in-person council attendance, and approving multiple property sales and road closures. Council will also consider a new Heritage Applications Policy and amendments to the firearms and seasonal trailer park by-laws.

• Reject proposed ATV route through Lindsay; task force to study by-pass options
• Require full vaccination or negative test for in-person council attendance
• Approve sale of shoreline road allowance at 2612 Victoria Road, Kirkfield (min. $23/linear ft)
• Approve sale of road allowance at 7 The Avenue, Kinmount (min. $15/linear ft)
• Adopt Heritage Applications Policy and related fees

Council approved a $495,000 single-source contract with DM Wills for the Fenelon Falls Bridge design and Schedule C Environmental Assessment, funded from the Capital Contingency Reserve. They also approved several other items including a five-year lease with Horizon Aircraft Inc., speed reductions on multiple roads, an all-way stop in Lindsay, and a new pedestrian pathway in Bobcaygeon. The meeting included numerous routine approvals and referrals.

• Approved $495,000 single-source contract to DM Wills for Fenelon Falls Bridge design and EA (carried)
• Approved 5-year lease with Horizon Aircraft Inc. for commercial building at Municipal Airport (carried)
• Approved speed reductions on Pigeon Lake Road, Glenarm Road, and Balsam Lake Drive (carried)
• Approved all-way stop at Victoria Avenue North and Wellington Street, Lindsay (carried)
• Approved $17,000 pedestrian pathway project in Bobcaygeon (carried)
• Approved release of $53,739 from Fenelon Falls Powerlinks Reserve for various projects (carried)
• Approved 2022 EMS response time targets for submission to Ministry (carried)
• Approved amendments to Dock Encroachment Policy referred to Realty Services (carried)

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management meets electronically to review operations reports for July and August 2021, and to consider the 2022 capital budget. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss confidential operations and the 2022 operating budget. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings or deputations listed.

• Review of Victoria Manor Operations Report for July and August 2021
• Report VM2021-06: 2022 Capital Budget
• Closed session: confidential operations report and 2022 operating budget (Municipal Act s.239(2)(b)(d)(e))
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2021 meeting

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management met electronically on September 20, 2021, with two of three members present. The committee received the July-August 2021 operations report from Sienna Senior Living and the 2022 Victoria Manor capital budget report for information. It also received the 2022 Victoria Manor operating budget report after a closed session. All items were received as information; no approvals or denials were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes of the July 19, 2021 meeting as circulated.
• Received the Victoria Manor Operations Report for July and August 2021 from Sienna Senior Living for information.
• Received Report VMC2021-06, 2022 Victoria Manor Capital Budget, for information.
• Moved into closed session to consider matters under Section 239(2)(b)(d)(g) of the Municipal Act.
• Received Report VMC2021-05, 2022 Victoria Manor Operating Budget, for information.
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:46 p.m.

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from July 26, 2021, review a draft presentation summary, and consider recommendations from capacity building workshops. The meeting also includes a round table discussion and correspondence. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of 20210726 meeting minutes
• Draft presentation summary review
• Capacity building workshops recommendations
• Round table discussion

The Task Force reviewed a draft presentation summarizing its work, which will be converted into a report for the October 5 Committee of the Whole meeting, alongside the Economic Recovery Task Force's report. Members recommended that the City continue coordinating community agency workshops and a vital signs survey starting in 2022, and agreed to include a consideration that Council could extend or change the Task Force's mandate. Both task forces are expected to be dissolved by the end of the year, as their mandates are completed in October.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from July 26, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Agreed to convert draft presentation into a report for October 5 Committee of the Whole
• Recommended continuing community agency workshops and vital signs survey starting in 2022
• Agreed to reference in report that Council could extend or change Task Force mandate
• Adjourned meeting at 10:33 a.m. (carried)

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss new business including youth engagement, survey results, and focused sessions. They will also review correspondence, including a provincial strategies memo and a reply to an extension request for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and a working session on action items.

• Discussion of youth engagement initiatives
• Review of survey results
• Focused sessions on community safety topics
• Correspondence: All Chiefs Memo on provincial strategies aligning with CSWB planning
• Reply to extension request for Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (August 18, 2021)

The committee heard updates on summer consultation activities, including four focus group sessions and a survey, which confirmed the four priority areas for the plan. Members discussed findings, including access to services, poverty, and housing as key issues, and planned a public information session for October 14th. The committee also received a reply letter regarding an extension request for the plan and held a working session to develop actions and outcomes.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting.
• Received the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Extension Request Letter Reply dated August 18, 2021.
• Held a working session to collaborate on actions and outcomes for the four priority areas.
• Scheduled a public information session for October 14th at the Armories in Lindsay.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider nine minor variance applications for properties across Kawartha Lakes, including in Lindsay, Fenelon, Emily, and Mariposa townships. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and a deferred application for vacant land in Somerville. Public participation is electronic only, with written comments accepted by email.

• Minor variance at 140 Angeline Street South, Lindsay (COA2021-058)
• Minor variance at 126 Maritime Road, Bexley (COA2021-059)
• Minor variance at 584 1/2 Birch Point Road, Fenelon (COA2021-060)
• Minor variance at 584 Birch Point Road, Fenelon (COA2021-061)
• Deferred application for vacant land on unassumed road allowance, Somerville

The Committee of Adjustment approved all nine minor variance applications on the agenda, each with specific conditions. These included variances for a hotel rooftop mechanical room, new dwellings, detached garages, and a mini storage expansion. One application was deferred to a later meeting.

• Granted variance for 140 Angeline Street S to increase building height to 20m for hotel rooftop mechanical room (COA2021-058)
• Granted variance for 126 Maritime Road to reduce front yard setback for new dwelling (COA2021-059)
• Granted variance for 584 1/2 Birch Point Road to reduce lot frontage and increase garage height (COA2021-060)
• Granted variance for 584 Birch Point Road to reduce lot frontage and increase garage height (COA2021-061)
• Granted variance for 7 Bayside Street to reduce side yard setback for detached garage (COA2021-062)
• Granted variance for 872 The Glen Road to permit new detached garage (COA2021-063)
• Granted variance for 50 Greenfield Road to expand mini storage and revise landscaping (COA2021-064)
• Granted variance for 11 Second Street to reduce front yard setback to add basement (COA2021-065)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, receive updates from the Accessibility Officer and working groups, and discuss new business including wheelchair curling. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Adoption of June 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• Accessibility Officer update
• Public awareness and public spaces working group updates
• Discussion of wheelchair curling

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee met on September 15, 2021, and received informational updates from staff and working groups. No substantive decisions were made; the only actions were routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes, and receiving reports for information.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from June 30, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received reports under items 5.1-5.4 for information (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:17 p.m. (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is dedicated to receiving departmental budget overviews for the 2022 fiscal year. Presentations will be given by staff from each department, covering areas such as corporate services, engineering, community services, and public works. The meeting also includes the adoption of a by-law to confirm the proceedings.

• 2022 Budget Overview presentations from all departments
• Mayor and Council and Office of the CAO budget overview
• Corporate Services 2022 Budget Overview
• Engineering and Corporate Assets 2022 Budget Overview
• By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting

The Special Council Meeting on September 14, 2021, was dedicated to receiving departmental budget overviews for the 2022 budget process. Presentations were made by staff for divisions including Mayor and Council, Corporate Services, Engineering and Corporate Assets, Community Services, Development Services, Fire Services, Paramedic Services, Human Services, and Public Works. All presentations were received by motion, and a by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings was passed. No final budget decisions were made.

• Received 2022 budget overview for Mayor and Council and Office of the CAO (CR2021-401)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Corporate Services (CR2021-402)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Engineering and Corporate Assets (CR2021-403)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Community Services (CR2021-404)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Development Services (CR2021-405)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Fire Services (CR2021-406)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Paramedic Services (CR2021-407)
• Received 2022 budget overview for Human Services (CR2021-408) and Public Works (CR2021-409)

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Kawartha Lakes Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss and review proposed all-terrain vehicle (ATV) routes, including a report on a proposed route through Lindsay, survey results, and rural route options in Pontypool, Omemee, Lindsay, and Cameron areas. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube, but public access to the meeting itself is not available.

• Public Works Report PW-2012-001: Proposed ATV Route Through Lindsay
• Review of ORV Survey Results
• Discussion of rural routes: Pontypool (Telecom Road, Porter Road), Omemee (Sturgeon Road, Beaver Road, Heights Road, Mount Horeb Road), Lindsay (Thunder Bridge Road), Cameron (Powles Road, Ranchers Road, Long Beach Road)
• Correspondence from 15 residents submitted between May 15 and September 3, 2021
• Introduction of new task force members

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force recommended opening several rural routes for ORV use, to be discussed at the next public meeting. These include routes in the Pontypool, Omemee, Lindsay, and Cameron areas, but exclude the original proposed route through Lindsay, which remains before council. The task force also received a public works report and survey results showing 66.4% of Lindsay residents opposed to a route through Lindsay, and directed staff to combine survey results and create a map of ORV usage in surrounding municipalities.

• Received Public Works Report PW-2012-001 and latest survey results (carried)
• Recommended Porter Road, Lifford Road, and Telecom Road routes for ORV use in Pontypool area (carried)
• Recommended Sturgeon Road, Beaver Road, Heights Road, Crosswind Road, and Hogsback Road routes in Omemee area (carried)
• Recommended Thunderbridge Road and Kenrei Road routes in Lindsay area (carried)
• Recommended Powles Road, Ranchers Road, Long Beach Road, and Cameron Road routes in Cameron area (carried)
• Directed Public Works to create map of surrounding municipalities' ORV road usage (carried)
• Received resident correspondence submitted between May 15 and September 3 (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to hold public meetings and consider recommendations on three zoning by-law amendments, and to receive an update on ongoing planning applications. The committee will vote on whether to refer the amendments to Council for approval.

• Public meeting for zoning amendment at 71 Mount Hope Street, Lindsay (Cross Realco Ltd.)
• Public meeting for zoning amendment at 34 Arbour Street (McLean)
• Recommendation to approve zoning amendment at 152 Glenarm Road (Motara)
• Update on ongoing planning applications spreadsheet

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings and forwarded three zoning by-law amendments to City Council for approval: a motor vehicle repair facility at 71 Mount Hope Street in Lindsay, a right-of-way realignment at 34 Arbour Street in Fenelon, and an abattoir use at 152 Glenarm Road in Eldon. All three motions were carried unanimously. The committee also received an update on ongoing planning applications for information.

• Referred zoning amendment for motor vehicle repair facility at 71 Mount Hope St, Lindsay to Council (carried)
• Referred zoning amendment for right-of-way realignment at 34 Arbour St, Fenelon to Council (carried)
• Referred zoning amendment for abattoir use at 152 Glenarm Rd, Eldon to Council (carried)
• Received ongoing planning applications spreadsheet update for information (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several property matters, including dock and hedge encroachments, surplus land sales, and a direct sale to a developer, plus reviewing the firearms discharge bylaw and seasonal trailer park licensing. It will also hear deputations on a proposed ATV route in Lindsay and a petition against it, and receive presentations on the Mishkodeh Centre, FLATO development, long-term care homes, and heritage policy.

• Petition with 187 online and 660 hardcopy signatures opposing ATV road access in Lindsay
• Proposed surplus declaration and sale of landlocked parcel adjacent to 28 Pickerel Point Road, Lindsay (min $1,500/acre)
• Proposed direct sale of city-owned Lot 27, Plan 638 on Old Post Road, Verulam to Aspire Sturgeon Developments Inc.
• Review and update of Discharge of Firearms By-Law (repeal 2005-329)
• Compost and woodchip giveaways to remain free; $100/tonne fee for loader use

The Committee of the Whole received numerous deputations and reports, forwarding most recommendations to the next Regular Council meeting. Notably, it voted not to approve the proposed ATV linkage route through urban Lindsay and directed staff to explore bypass options, including a bridge at Thunderbridge Road. It also approved several property sales and closures, a new firearms by-law, and a vaccination requirement for in-person Council attendance.

• Rejected proposed ATV route through urban Lindsay (carried)
• Directed staff to review ATV bypass options including Thunderbridge Road bridge (carried)
• Approved new Discharge of Firearms By-Law, repealing 2005-329 (carried)
• Approved Heritage Applications Policy and fee tariff (carried)
• Approved surplus declaration and sale of shoreline road allowance at 2612 Victoria Road, Kirkfield (carried)
• Approved direct sale of city-owned property on Old Post Road, Verulam to Aspire Sturgeon Developments Inc. (carried)
• Approved surplus declaration and sale of road allowance at 7 The Avenue, Kinmount (carried)
• Approved vaccination requirement for in-person Council attendance (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee meets electronically to discuss heritage matters, including a proposed designation for a property in Bethany, a heritage planning update, and a bylaw repeal for a property in Bobcaygeon. The meeting also includes a presentation on Ontario Heritage Act updates and subcommittee reports.

• Proposed designation of 1480 Highway 7A, Bethany
• Repeal and replacement of by-law for 28 Boyd Street, Bobcaygeon
• Ontario Heritage Act Updates presentation
• Heritage Planning Update report
• Doors Open subcommittee minutes from August 16

The committee endorsed the proposed heritage designation of 1480 Highway 7A (the Old Bethany Post Office) and forwarded it to Council for approval. It also recommended repealing and replacing the designation by-law for 28 Boyd Street, Bobcaygeon, to correct an error. A subcommittee was formed to investigate designating a portion of the Scugog River in Lindsay. All reports and updates were received for information.

• Endorsed designation of 1480 Highway 7A, Bethany, and forwarded to Council for approval.
• Recommended repealing By-law 2021-003 and adopting a new designation by-law for 28 Boyd Street, Bobcaygeon, without Schedule B.
• Formed a subcommittee to investigate designating a portion of the Scugog River in Lindsay.
• Invited Building and Property staff to discuss maintenance of City-owned heritage properties.
• Received the Ontario Heritage Act updates presentation for information.
• Received the Heritage Planning Update for information.
• Received verbal updates from the Heritage Conservation District, Doors Open, and Pickerel Point Cabins subcommittees.
• Adopted the agenda and minutes of the August 5, 2021 meeting.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider eight minor variance applications at properties across Kawartha Lakes. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes and administrative business. Public participation is available via email request or written comments.

• 8 minor variance applications (COA2021-002, 031, 052-057) at locations including 134 Starr Blvd, 77 Paradise Road, 33 Forest Road, 25 Manor Road, 86 Alcorn Drive, 59 Kenhill Beach Road, 41 Weldon Road, 46 Jasper Drive
• Meeting held electronically; public access to Council Chambers not available
• Next meeting scheduled for September 16, 2021 at 1:00pm

The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications, denied one, and deferred one. The approved applications included a deck at 134 Starr Blvd, a dwelling at 77 Paradise Road, a boathouse at 33 Forest Road, a deck and shed at 86 Alcorn Drive, a replacement dwelling at 59 Kenhill Beach Road, an additional residential unit at 41 Weldon Road, and a garage at 46 Jasper Drive. The application at 25 Manor Road was deferred due to a parking deficiency. The application at 86 Alcorn Drive was partially denied.

• Granted minor variance for deck at 134 Starr Blvd (CA2021-074)
• Granted minor variances 1-4 for dwelling at 77 Paradise Road (CA2021-075)
• Granted minor variance for boathouse at 33 Forest Road (CA2021-076)
• Deferred minor variance at 25 Manor Road for up to 2 months (CA2021-077)
• Denied reliefs 1 and 3, granted reliefs 2, 4, 5 at 86 Alcorn Drive (CA2021-078)
• Granted minor variance for replacement dwelling at 59 Kenhill Beach Road (CA2021-079)
• Granted minor variance for ARU at 41 Weldon Road (CA2021-080)
• Granted minor variance for garage at 46 Jasper Drive (CA2021-081)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on receiving an update to the Kawartha Lakes Long-Term Financial Plan (LTFP). Staff will present the plan and recommend that council adopt several financial policies, including a dedicated capital levy, a debt servicing ratio cap of 10%, and an assumption of at least 3% annual tax levy increases. The meeting is electronic only, with no public access to chambers.

• Presentation: Kawartha Lakes Long Term Financial Plan Update (Item 6.1)
• Report CA2021-004: LTFP updates and recommendations (Item 7.1)
• Proposed tax-supported capital levy to sustain capital reserve
• Proposed target debt servicing ratio no greater than 10%
• Assumption of minimum 3% annual tax levy increases

Council received the Long Term Financial Plan update and directed staff to use the tax-supported capital forecast in future plans, include a dedicated capital levy, target a debt servicing ratio no greater than 10%, set debt limits by category, recommend a maximum percentage of the Annual Repayment Limit, and assume at least 3% annual tax levy increases. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Received Long Term Financial Plan update presentation (carried)
• Received Report CA2021-004 on LTFP updates (carried)
• Directed staff to use tax-supported capital forecast in future LTFP (carried)
• Directed staff to include recommended tax-supported capital levy for capital reserve (carried)
• Directed staff to include target debt servicing ratio no greater than 10% (carried)
• Directed staff to include debt limits by category (water-wastewater, tax levy, housing, capital charges, development charges) (carried)
• Directed staff to include maximum percentage usage of Annual Repayment Limit (carried)
• Directed staff to assume at least 3% annual tax levy increases in future LTFP (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Council approved the demolition of the courtyard walls at 50 Victoria Avenue North in Lindsay, with components retained for historical recognition, after a motion to deny demolition failed. Council also approved several planning items, including zoning by-law amendments for properties in Bethany, Fenelon Falls, Lindsay, and Bobcaygeon, and authorized funding for various projects.

• Approved demolition of courtyard walls at 50 Victoria Avenue North (motion carried; earlier motion to deny failed)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for 1449 Highway 7A, Bethany (By-Law 2021-127)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for 205 Francis Street East, Fenelon Falls (By-Laws 2021-123, 2021-124)
• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendments for Hamilton Street, Lindsay (By-Laws 2021-125, 2021-126)
• Approved rezoning for Three Lakes Developments Inc. (By-Law 2021-122)
• Approved $150,000 funding for Coboconk Wellness Centre studies from Capital Contingency Reserve
• Approved $84,070 for firefighter PPE purchases from Safe Restart funding
• Approved $33,500 budget increase for Kirkfield Medical Centre renovations

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the Queen's Square active transportation project and a cultural scavenger hunt, and to review several heritage planning reports. The main decision is forwarding a list of proposed properties for inclusion on the Heritage Register to Council for approval. Other items are received for information, including a site plan review in Eldon Township and heritage planning updates.

• Forward proposed Heritage Register property listings to Council for approval
• Receive Queen's Square Active Transportation Project presentation
• Receive Cultural Scavenger Hunt presentation
• Review site plan application for Con 1 Lots 30, 31 & 32, Eldon Township
• Request draft amended by-law for 1201 Salem Road

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee forwarded a list of proposed properties for inclusion on the Heritage Register to Council for approval. The committee also received several informational reports, including updates on the Queen's Square active transportation project, a cultural scavenger hunt, and heritage planning activities. Correspondence from Colleen Twomey regarding 1193 Salem Road was received, and staff were asked to draft an amended by-law for 1201 Salem Road. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Forwarded proposed Heritage Register properties to Council for approval (carried)
• Received Queen's Square Active Transportation Project presentation for information (carried)
• Received Cultural Scavenger Hunt presentation for information (carried)
• Received Ontario Heritage Toolkit comments for information (carried)
• Received site plan application review for Con 1 Lots 30, 31 & 32, Eldon Township (carried)
• Received heritage planning updates for July 2021 (carried)
• Requested staff to draft amended by-law for 1201 Salem Road (carried)
• Received correspondence from Tom Mohr and provided letter of thanks (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several planning applications, including zoning by-law amendments, a subdivision agreement, and official plan amendments. The committee will hold public meetings for two rezoning applications and consider recommendations on subdivision and housing-related proposals.

• Zoning by-law amendment at 1449 Highway 7A, Bethany (former Bethany Fire Hall)
• Rezoning application by Three Lakes Developments Inc. (former Rokeby Subdivision)
• Subdivision agreement for Sugarwood Phase 1, Lindsay (Lindsay 2017 Developments Inc.)
• Official Plan and zoning amendment at 205 Francis Street East, Fenelon Falls (3770010 Canada Inc.)
• Official Plan and zoning amendment on Hamilton Street, Lindsay (Kawartha Lakes Haliburton Housing Corporation)

The Planning Advisory Committee reviewed and forwarded five planning applications to City Council for approval. These include a zoning change for a former fire hall in Bethany, a rezoning for the former Rokeby Subdivision in Bobcaygeon, a subdivision agreement for Sugarwood Phase 1 in Lindsay, an official plan and zoning amendment for 205 Francis Street East in Fenelon Falls, and an official plan and zoning amendment for a 46-unit development on Hamilton Street in Lindsay. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Forwarded zoning by-law amendment for 1449 Highway 7A, Bethany (former fire hall) to council (carried)
• Forwarded rezoning for Three Lakes Developments Inc., former Rokeby Subdivision, Bobcaygeon to council (carried)
• Forwarded Sugarwood Phase 1 subdivision agreement, Lindsay, to council (carried)
• Forwarded official plan and zoning amendments for 205 Francis Street East, Fenelon Falls, to council (carried)
• Forwarded official plan and zoning amendments for Hamilton Street, Lindsay (46-unit development), to council (carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force is meeting to discuss agency survey results, overall task force activities and outcomes, and working group updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Agency Survey Results
• Task Force Overall Activities and Outcomes
• Working Group Updates
• Adoption of minutes from June 14, 2021 meeting

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force reviewed survey results from 13 agencies and discussed its future. The task force will prepare an overview presentation for the October 5 Committee of the Whole meeting, summarizing activities, outcomes, and funded grants. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the agenda and previous minutes.

• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Adopted minutes from June 14, 2021 meeting
• Scheduled planning meeting in August for October presentation

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management is meeting electronically to review the May and June 2021 operations report for the long-term care home, approve previous minutes, and hold a closed session for confidential matters. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Victoria Manor Operations Report for May and June 2021
• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2021 meeting
• Closed session for confidential operations report and closed minutes under Municipal Act s.239(2)(b)(d)(g) and (e)

Committee of Adjustment

The Kawartha Lakes Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically on July 15, 2021, to consider two deferred applications and five new applications for minor variances and consents. The agenda includes adoption of minutes and declarations of interest, but the main business is deciding on these property-related requests.

• Deferred minor variance COA2021-045 at 1193 Salem Road, Mariposa (owner Thomas Davis)
• Deferred consent COA2021-046 at 114 Queen Street, Lindsay (owners Jeffery and Michael Farquhar)
• New minor variance COA2021-047 at 114 Queen Street, Lindsay (applicant Robert Clark)
• New minor variance COA2021-048 at 10 Lakeview Park Road, Fenelon (owner Kenneth Handley)
• New consent COA2021-051 at 102 Angeline Street South, Lindsay (owner Dale Piggott)

The Committee of Adjustment approved all six applications on the agenda: five minor variances and one consent. The consent for 102 Angeline Street South was approved with conditions, including a $32,699 payment to the developer and a 3.0-metre road widening. All minor variance applications were granted, including those for 1193 Salem Road, 114 Queen Street, 10 Lakeview Park Road, 73 Log House Road, and 91 Fleetwood Road.

• Approved minor variance for a detached garage at 1193 Salem Road, with conditions including a 24-month completion deadline.
• Approved consent to sever land at 114 Queen Street, with conditions including a 3.0-metre road widening and a $32,699 payment to the developer.
• Approved minor variances for a new residential lot at 114 Queen Street, contingent on the related consent application.
• Approved minor variance for a 2.5-storey dwelling at 10 Lakeview Park Road, with conditions including a deeming by-law and merger agreement.
• Approved minor variance for a detached garage and garden shed at 73 Log House Road, with conditions including siding the shed.
• Approved minor variance for a pole shed at 91 Fleetwood Road, with a 24-month completion deadline.

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to hold public meetings on four planning applications: an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for Hamilton Street in Lindsay, a rezoning for Three Lakes Developments Inc. (former Rokeby Subdivision), an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment at 205 Francis Street East in Fenelon Falls, and a Zoning By-law amendment at 12 Mansfield Street in Bobcaygeon. The committee will also consider two reports recommending the assumption of the Riverside Heights Subdivision Phase 2 and the Four Winds Subdivision Phase 2 in Ops, which would use city-held security funds for future capital work. Most items are being referred back to staff for further review, except the Three Lakes rezoning, which is recommended for approval if no substantive public concerns arise.

• Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment at Hamilton Street, Lindsay (PLAN2021-038)
• Rezoning application by Three Lakes Developments Inc. (former Rokeby Subdivision) recommended for approval (PLAN2021-039)
• Public meeting for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment at 205 Francis Street East, Fenelon Falls (PLAN2021-040)
• Public meeting for Zoning By-law amendment at 12 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon (PLAN2021-041)
• Assumption of Riverside Heights Subdivision Phase 2 with use of $111,172.97 in security (ENG2021-001); Assumption of Four Winds Subdivision Phase 2 with use of $44,779.88 in security (ENG2021-002)

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings for four planning applications and referred all of them back to staff for further review. The applications include an affordable housing development on Hamilton Street, Lindsay, a rezoning for Three Lakes Developments, a zoning change for 205 Francis Street East in Fenelon Falls, and a zoning change for 12 Mansfield Street in Bobcaygeon. The committee also approved the assumption of two subdivisions, Riverside Heights Phase 2 and Four Winds Subdivision Phase 2, including the use of security funds for future capital projects.

• Referred PLAN2021-038 (Hamilton Street affordable housing) back to staff, with a report due August 4, 2021.
• Referred PLAN2021-039 (Three Lakes Developments rezoning) back to staff, with a report due August 4, 2021.
• Referred PLAN2021-040 (205 Francis Street East, Fenelon Falls) back to staff, with a report due August 4, 2021.
• Referred PLAN2021-041 (12 Mansfield Street, Bobcaygeon) back to staff for further review.
• Approved the assumption of Riverside Heights Subdivision Phase 2, including use of $111,172.97 in security for future capital work.
• Approved the assumption of Four Winds Subdivision Phase 2, including use of $44,779.88 in security for future capital work.

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to discuss two reports: a proposed heritage designation for 100 Front Street East in Bobcaygeon, and the demolition of the old gaol walls. The committee will also adopt minutes from its June 3 meeting and receive updates from several subcommittees.

• Proposed designation of 100 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon (report KLMHC2021-28)
• Old Gaol Wall Demolition (report KLMHC2021-27, with Town of Lindsay By-Law 2000-068)
• Adoption of minutes from June 3, 2021 meeting
• Minutes of June 24, 2021 Ontario Heritage Act Subcommittee meeting

The committee endorsed the designation of 100 Front Street East in Bobcaygeon and will forward the recommendation to Council. It also voted to defer demolition of the Old Gaol courtyard walls until a Cultural Centre Feasibility study is complete. Subcommittee updates were received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Endorsed designation of 100 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon (moved by A. Adare, seconded by W. Peel, carried)
• Deferred demolition of Old Gaol courtyard walls until Cultural Centre Feasibility study completion (moved by R. Macklem, seconded by A. Adare, carried)
• Received Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee update (moved by I. McKechnie, seconded by J. Garbutt, carried)
• Received Outreach Subcommittee update (moved by J. Hartman, seconded by R. Macklem, carried)
• Received Sign Subcommittee update (moved by I. McKechnie, seconded by J. Hartman, carried)
• Received Pickerel Point Cabins Subcommittee update (moved by J. Garbutt, seconded by A. Adare, carried)
• Accepted minutes of June 24, 2021 OHA Subcommittee meeting (moved by J. Hartman, seconded by I. McKechnie, carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to adopt minutes, receive updates from staff and working groups, and discuss new business, including proposed health care accessibility standards and an education standards consultation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adoption of minutes from May 19, 2021 meeting
• Accessibility Officer Update (item 5.1)
• Public Awareness update (item 5.2)
• Public Spaces update (item 5.3)
• Discussion of Proposed Health Care Accessibility Standards (item 6.1)

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee met on June 30, 2021, and received updates from the Accessibility Officer, working groups, and Councillor Elmslie. No substantive decisions were made; the committee adopted the agenda and previous minutes, and received the reports for information. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2021.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (KLAAC2021-019).
• Adopted the minutes from the May 19, 2021 meeting (KLAAC2021-020).
• Received updates from the Accessibility Officer, Public Awareness, Public Spaces, and Councillor Elmslie for information (KLAAC2021-021).
• Adjourned at 2:12 p.m.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with presentations from Ross Memorial Hospital on the Healthy City, Strong Community initiative and from Eastern Ontario Regional Network and Rogers on service expansion. Council will also hold a closed session to discuss a public complaint about a council member. The meeting is largely informational, with no major decisions on the open agenda.

• Presentation by Ross Memorial Hospital on Healthy City, Strong Community
• Update from Eastern Ontario Regional Network and Rogers on service expansion
• Closed session on public complaints regarding a council member
• Confirming by-law for the special meeting proceedings

Council received presentations from Ross Memorial Hospital and Eastern Ontario Regional Network/Rogers. The hospital's request for financial support was added as a decision unit for the 2022 Budget Deliberations. Council also held a closed session to discuss public complaints, with direction given to the Mayor for responses.

• Received the Ross Memorial Hospital presentation on 'Healthy City, Strong Community'.
• Included the Ross Memorial Hospital funding request as a decision unit for the 2022 Budget Deliberations.
• Received the Eastern Ontario Regional Network and Rogers update presentation.
• Convened into closed session to discuss public complaints.
• Received and discussed public complaints, directing the Mayor to respond per the Corporate Complaints Handling Policy.
• Passed the by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council Meeting.

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting to review its activity summary, discuss landfill complaints and leachate outbreaks, and consider new business including a biomonitoring program review and the final regulation for producer responsibility of the Blue Box. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items listed for discussion or information rather than formal decisions.

• Review of Summary of Actions-June 2021.pdf
• Discussion of landfill complaints
• Discussion of leachate outbreaks
• Biomonitoring Program Review
• Final Regulation for Producer Responsibility of the Blue Box

Waste Management Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Waste Management Advisory Committee meeting on June 21, 2021. The agenda contains only boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion.

The Waste Management Advisory Committee received the UR One Inc. follow-up memo, noting no funding is available unless a business case is made, and a study on long-term waste disposal is underway. They also received the Boat and Bale Wrap Memo and supported option one, directing staff to reach out to marinas and farmers about recycling opportunities. The committee received the Final Producer Responsibility Blue Box Regulation presentation, which excludes some flexible plastics and requires data submission by September. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes from the last meeting.
• Received the UR One Inc. follow-up memo.
• Received the Boat and Bale Wrap Memo and supported option one (staff outreach to marinas and farmers).
• Received the Final Producer Responsibility Blue Box Regulation presentation.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider seven minor variance applications for properties across Kawartha Lakes, including in Somerville, Bobcaygeon, Lindsay, Fenelon, and Bexley townships. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes, declarations of pecuniary interest, and other administrative business. No consent applications are listed.

• Minor variance for vacant land on unassumed road allowance, Part Lots 16 and 17, Concession 10, Somerville (D20-2021-029)
• Minor variance at 68 Cedartree Lane, Bobcaygeon (D20-2021-030)
• Minor variance at 88 Alcorn Drive, Lindsay (D20-2021-031)
• Minor variance at 19 Clover Court, Somerville (D20-2021-032)
• Minor variance at 210 and 212 Sturgeon Glen Road, Fenelon (D20-2021-033)

The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications, allowing construction or additions at various properties, and deferred one application for a new dwelling on an unassumed road until September 2021 to await comments from EMS and Roads. All approvals were subject to conditions, including construction timelines and specific requirements like septic permits or shoreline planting.

• Deferred minor variance D20-2021-029 for a new dwelling on an unassumed road until September 16, 2021, to allow EMS and Roads Division comments.
• Granted D20-2021-030 at 68 Cedartree Lane to increase lot coverage for a new dwelling and deck, with conditions.
• Granted D20-2021-031 at 88 Alcorn Drive to reduce rear yard setback for a deck, with conditions.
• Granted D20-2021-032 at 19 Clover Court to reduce front yard setback for an addition, with conditions including removal of outbuildings.
• Granted D20-2021-033 at 210 and 212 Sturgeon Glen Road to re-create two residential lots, with conditions tied to a related consent application.
• Granted D20-2021-034 at 17 North Water Street to permit a dwelling with reduced setbacks, with conditions including shoreline planting and a 36-month completion deadline.
• Granted D20-2021-035 at 123 East Street to permit an addition to the library building, with conditions including site plan completion.

Cemetery Board

The Kawartha Lakes Cemetery Board is meeting electronically to handle routine business and discuss several items, including the Kinmount restoration, the 2020 work plan, an update on Janetville United Cemetery, by-law revisions related to FBCSA legislated changes, and a board vacancy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no detailed reports or dollar amounts provided.

• Kinmount Restoration
• Work Plan 2020
• Janetville United Cemetery Update
• By-Law Revision and FBCSA Legislated Changes
• Vacancy on Kawartha Cemetery Board

Regular Council Meeting

This is the regular Council meeting for June 15, 2021, where Council will consider recommendations from the Committee of the Whole and the Planning Advisory Committee. Key items include approving an off-road vehicle pilot project route through Lindsay, adopting the Downtown Parking Strategy, and several zoning by-law amendments. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.

• Approve off-road vehicle pilot route through Lindsay (Logie Street to Thunderbridge Road)
• Adopt Downtown Parking Strategy as master plan
• Increase 2021 Life Cycle Management capital budget by $700,000 funded from Federal Gas Tax Reserve
• Add Naylor Road to 2021 Life Cycle Management Program at $85,000
• Approve permanent Construction and Demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops landfill with $155,000 operating budget

Council approved a pilot project route for off-road vehicles through Lindsay, with a recorded vote of 5-4, and deferred a decision on a Bobcaygeon route until September 2021. Council also adopted the 2020 financial statements, approved a $700,000 increase to the Life Cycle Management capital budget, and made the downtown winter sidewalk maintenance pilot permanent.

• Approved off-road vehicle pilot route through Lindsay (5-4)
• Deferred Bobcaygeon off-road vehicle pilot route decision to September 2021
• Adopted 2020 financial statements and transferred $3,294,454 surplus to Asset Management Reserve
• Increased 2021 Life Cycle Management capital budget by $700,000 funded from Federal Gas Tax Reserve
• Made permanent the enhanced downtown winter sidewalk maintenance for Lindsay's BIA
• Approved permanent construction and demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops landfill ($155,000 operating budget for 2022)
• Approved recycling all mattresses citywide, ending disposal at four landfills ($145,000 operating budget for 2022)
• Approved $700,000 for Water-Wastewater Servicing and Capacity Master Plan

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from the previous meeting, discuss business arising, and make decisions and recommendations on the recovery fund. Working group updates and a round table discussion are also on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube only.

• Adoption of May 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recovery Fund decisions and recommendations
• Working group updates
• Round table discussion

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force approved funding for all six applications reviewed in Round 2 of the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund, totaling $42,500, and recommended returning the remaining $6,662.48 to the City Reserve. The decision was reported to Council on June 15, 2021. The task force also discussed future direction, including a possible stakeholder survey and potential overlap with the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee.

• Approved funding for all six applications in Round 2 of the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund, totaling $42,500.
• Recommended returning the remaining $6,662.48 of the fund to the City Reserve.
• Adopted the agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting as circulated.
• Agreed to reconvene the survey working group (Amy, Lynda, Marina, and Brenda) to develop a new stakeholder survey.
• Agreed to recirculate the community organization list to identify gaps.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:32 a.m.

Agricultural Development Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Development Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and provide input on several items, including a proposed backyard chicken coop pilot project and an updated animal by-law, as well as a concept for making ditching material/soil available to farmers. The meeting is electronic only, with no public in-person access.

• Backyard Chicken Coop Pilot Project and updated Animal By-law (2021-072-A) presented by Manager Sloan
• Ditching material/soil reuse concept for farmers near ditching projects
• SkillsAdvance Ontario Year 2 Jobseeker Training Cohorts update
• Deadstock removal services discussion
• Road Occupancy Permits bylaw (2020-148) and load restriction exemption requests (2016-062) review

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a community engagement strategy and a request to extend the plan's timeline. They will also adopt previous minutes and receive correspondence from the Kawartha Art Gallery.

• Community Engagement Strategy discussion
• Community Safety and Well-Being Plan extension request letter (June 1, 2021)
• Email correspondence from Kawartha Art Gallery (March 12, 2021)
• Adoption of minutes from March 1, 2021 meeting

The committee discussed and advanced the Community Engagement Strategy for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, including plans for a survey on the Jump In site, virtual community conversations, and focused sessions for agencies. A sub-working group was formed to focus on youth engagement. No formal decisions were made on the strategy itself; the committee received correspondence and adopted the agenda and previous minutes.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 1, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received email correspondence from Kawartha Art Gallery (carried)
• Received extension request letter for CSWB Plan (carried)
• Formed sub-working group for youth engagement (Brenda, Amanda, Lynda, Jennifer J., Jennifer M.)

Municipal Heritage Committee

This agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee meeting on June 3, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee endorsed a proposed Heritage Fees By-law to be forwarded to Council for approval, and scheduled a special July 8, 2021 meeting to make a recommendation on the demolition of the Old Gaol walls. The committee also received presentations on the Destination Development Plan and Maryboro Lodge alterations, and provided comments on a minor variance at 1193 Salem Road. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Endorsed proposed Heritage Fees By-law, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Scheduled July 8, 2021 meeting to recommend on Old Gaol walls demolition (carried)
• Received Destination Development Plan presentation for information (carried)
• Received Maryboro Lodge alterations presentation for information (carried)
• Received deputation on 1193 Salem Road minor variance (carried)
• Provided comments on 1193 Salem Road minor variance to Planning staff (carried)
• Received site plan review for 19, 39, 67 West Street North without additional comments (carried)
• Reconvened Ontario Heritage Act Review Subcommittee to review new toolkit (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding public meetings and reviewing reports on several zoning by-law amendments and a title validation. Decisions include recommending approval for some amendments and referring others back to staff for further consultation. The committee also hears a deputation related to one of the zoning reports.

• Zoning amendment at 55 Angeline Street North, Lindsay (PLAN2021-032) referred back to staff
• Zoning amendment at 363 Kent Street West, Lindsay (PLAN2021-033) recommended for approval
• Zoning amendment at 152 Glenarm Road (PLAN2021-034) referred back to staff
• Title validation at 92 Queen Street, Lindsay (PLAN2021-030) with conditions including $229 stamping fee
• Zoning amendments at 914 Centreline Road and Westview Drive (PLAN2021-031, PLAN2021-035) recommended for approval

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings and voted on several planning applications. It recommended Council approve a zoning amendment to allow a Food Basics expansion at 363 Kent Street West, a title validation at 92 Queen Street, a roof truss manufacturing facility at 914 Centreline Road, and a residential rezone at Westview Drive. Two other applications, for commercial buildings at 55 Angeline Street North and an abattoir at 152 Glenarm Road, were referred back to staff for further review.

• Referred 55 Angeline St N commercial development back to staff (carried)
• Recommended approval of Food Basics expansion at 363 Kent St W (carried)
• Referred 152 Glenarm Rd abattoir application back to staff (carried)
• Recommended approval of title validation at 92 Queen St with conditions (carried)
• Recommended approval of roof truss facility at 914 Centreline Rd (carried)
• Recommended approval of residential rezone at Westview Dr (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to discuss and recommend items for Council, including off-road vehicle routes in Lindsay and Bobcaygeon, a downtown parking strategy, and several reports on recycling, housing, and road maintenance. The committee will hear deputations and presentations on these topics and vote on recommendations to forward to the next Regular Council Meeting.

• Off-road vehicle route recommendations for Lindsay and Bobcaygeon
• Downtown Parking Strategy report (CA2021-003) to be adopted as master plan
• Proposed permanent construction and demolition recycling program with $155,000 operating budget
• Proposed enhanced mattress recycling program with $145,000 operating budget
• Proposed heritage designation of 398 County Road 41, Bexley Township

The Committee of the Whole received numerous deputations and reports, forwarding most recommendations to Council. It approved a pilot route for off-road vehicles through Lindsay, but a second proposed route failed. The Bobcaygeon route was deferred to September 2021. Several other items were approved, including increased road work budgets, a permanent construction and demolition recycling program, and enhanced mattress recycling.

• Approved first ATV pilot route through Lindsay (Carried)
• Second ATV pilot route through Lindsay failed (Motion Failed)
• Deferred Bobcaygeon ATV pilot route to September 2021 (Carried)
• Increased 2021 Life Cycle Management Capital Program budget by $700,000 funded from Federal Gas Tax Reserve (Carried)
• Added Naylor Road to 2021 Life Cycle Management Program at $85,000 (Carried)
• Approved permanent Construction and Demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops landfill with $155,000 operating budget for 2022 (Carried)
• Approved recycling all mattresses, no longer accepting them at four landfills, with $145,000 operating budget for 2022 (Carried)
• Made permanent the enhanced downtown winter sidewalk maintenance pilot for Lindsay's Downtown BIA (Carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee is meeting electronically to adopt its agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and to enter closed session to evaluate submissions from the second intake of the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund. The meeting is open to the public only via Zoom by request.

• Adoption of 2021-03-26 meeting minutes
• Closed session: Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Submission Evaluations - second intake (Municipal Act, 2001 s.239(2)(b))
• Next meeting date to be determined

The Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee approved $42,500 in total funding for six applicants, each receiving their full requested amount. The funds come from the City's Contingency Reserve allocation. The committee also approved returning the unspent balance of $6,662.48 to the City Reserve.

• Approved $7,500 for Dunsford Community Centre
• Approved $7,500 for Globus Theatre
• Approved $5,000 for John Howard Society
• Approved $7,500 for Maryboro Lodge
• Approved $7,500 for Ottawa Huron Tract History Association
• Approved $7,500 for Kinsmen Club of Lindsay
• Approved return of $6,662.48 unspent funds to City Reserve

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to adopt its agenda and minutes from March 25 and April 8, 2021, and to receive updates on work plans for plastics reduction, pollinator action, and active transportation. The committee will also discuss an environmental round table and meet-up, and a proposal for native plants along country roads and trails. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from March 25 and April 8, 2021
• Work plan updates: Plastics Reduction, Pollinator Action Committee, Active Transportation
• Environmental Round Table and Meet-Up discussion led by P. Warren
• Native Plants Along Country Roads / Trails discussion led by V. Collings
• Next meeting scheduled for September 23, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom

The Environmental Advisory Committee formed a task force to explore planting native plants along trails and roads in Kawartha Lakes, with members to consult city divisions. The committee also discussed updates on plastics reduction, pollinator projects, and active transportation, including a grant application for Queen's Square improvements. No formal decisions were made on these latter items, only discussions and action items.

• Formed task force to study native plantings along roads and trails (carried)
• Adopted agenda with added item on Rural Zoning By-Law update (carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Adopted minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting (carried)

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting to review proposed ATV routes in Lindsay and Bobcaygeon, including options discussed after a deputation. They will consider route alternatives and make recommendations to Council. The meeting is electronic, with public viewing via YouTube.

• Deputation by Derek Anderson
• Lindsay route options: trail heads to Wellington St., Wellington St. to William St./Victoria Ave., and last leg to Thunder Bridge Road
• Bobcaygeon route options: southern approach via CR 17 and CR 36, and routes through Sherwood, Canal, and Main Streets
• Recommendations to Council regarding Lindsay and Bobcaygeon routes

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force reviewed route options and deputations, then voted to recommend to Council three specific ATV routes through Lindsay and one set of routes through Bobcaygeon. The recommendations will be forwarded to Council for consideration at the next regular meeting. No final decisions were made; the task force only approved forwarding these recommendations.

• Received deputation from Derek Anderson opposing ORV use on city roads (carried)
• Received correspondence from Stephen Black and Ken Kerrigan (carried)
• Received petition results from Kerri Bartlett (carried)
• Received ORV survey results summary (carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 19, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Recommended Council approve at least two ORV routes through Lindsay, with three specific routes listed (carried)
• Recommended Council approve specific ORV routes through Bobcaygeon (carried)
• Adjourned at 11:49 am (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider 10 minor variance applications and 2 deferred items. The agenda includes administrative business, adoption of minutes, and public hearings on property-specific variance requests across Kawartha Lakes.

• Deferred minor variance at 2 Huntingdon Court (Fenelon Twp.)
• Deferred minor variance at 39 Elliot Street (Fenelon Falls)
• New minor variance at 35 Elliot Street (Fenelon Falls)
• New minor variance at 25 McCrae Crescent (Woodville)
• New minor variance at 21 Ryan Road (Emily Twp.)

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance for a two-storey boathouse at 2 Huntingdon Court, overriding staff's recommendation to deny. All other minor variance applications on the agenda were also granted, including those for properties on Elliot Street, McCrae Crescent, Ryan Road, Lila Court, Lakeview Cottage Road, North Taylor Road, and Shadow Lake Road. One application, for 1193 Salem Road, was deferred to allow the Heritage Committee to review potential impacts on a designated heritage property.

• Granted two-storey boathouse variance at 2 Huntingdon Court (D20-2021-006), contrary to staff recommendation
• Granted lot line adjustment variance at 39 Elliot Street (D20-2021-009)
• Granted lot line adjustment variance at 35 Elliot Street (D20-2021-017)
• Granted exterior side yard variance at 25 McCrae Crescent (D20-2021-018)
• Granted garage addition variance at 21 Ryan Road (D20-2021-022)
• Granted multiple variances at 15 Lila Court (D20-2021-023), including drywall condition for greenhouse
• Deferred variance at 1193 Salem Road (D20-2021-024) for Heritage Committee review
• Granted side yard variance at 39 Lakeview Cottage Road (D20-2021-025), with Councillor Yeo recused

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving the previous meeting's minutes and reviewing a summary of actions. The committee will also hear reports on landfill complaints, leachate outbreaks, and new business items, which include the 2021 Biomonitoring Report and the 2020 Lindsay Ops Landfill Annual Monitoring Report. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of PRC Activity Summary Spreadsheet (Summary of Actions-May 2021)
• Discussion of landfill complaints
• Discussion of leachate outbreaks
• Review of 2021 Biomonitoring Report and 2020 Annual Monitoring Report

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine administrative business, including adopting the agenda and the minutes from its March 24, 2021 meeting. Members will receive updates from the Accessibility Officer, working groups on public awareness and public spaces, and a councillor's update. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Adoption of minutes from March 24, 2021 meeting
• Accessibility Officer update
• Public awareness working group update
• Public spaces (parks, built environment, transit) update
• Councillor's update

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee met and received informational updates from the Accessibility Officer and working groups. No substantive decisions were made; the only motions were to adopt the agenda, adopt previous minutes, receive the reports, and adjourn. A meeting with the acting Director of Planning was proposed to address accessibility concerns in site plan reviews.

• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 24, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received reports under items 5.1-5.4 for information (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:18 p.m. (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes decisions on off-road vehicle (ATV) use on city roads, 2021 tax policy, and several procurement contracts. Council will also receive reports on the paramedic master plan, long-range financial plan, and other items. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Off-road vehicle (ATV) road access: proposed amendment to By-Law 2019-077 to allow more road access south of Road 8, with pilot program terms and specific route referrals.
• 2021 Tax Policy: optional property classes not adopted; tax rate reductions for vacant/industrial land (30%/35%) and undeveloped farmland (45%); capping parameters set.
• Road patching material contracts: awarded to Black Armour Asphalt Products Inc. ($151,575) and Coco Paving Inc. ($248,662.50) annually.
• Bobcaygeon Composite Elevated Tank re-coating: awarded to Ontario Clean Water Agency for $956,862, funded from Water Capital Reserve.
• Zoning by-law amendments: for cannabis cultivation (D06-2020-027) and at 833 Pigeon Lake Road (D06-2020-029).

Council approved the 2021 tax policy decisions, including tax ratios, rate reductions for vacant/excess land and farm land, and capping parameters. It also passed by-laws establishing 2021 tax rates and providing tax and water rate relief for low-income property owners. Additionally, Council approved several zoning by-law amendments, including for cannabis cultivation and processing, and awarded contracts for road patching material and trucks.

• Approved 2021 tax policy with optional property classes not adopted, vacant/excess land reductions at 30% commercial and 35% industrial, and farm land reduction at 45%
• Passed by-laws establishing 2021 tax ratios, tax rates, and tax relief for low-income elderly, disabled, and ODSP recipients
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for cannabis cultivation and processing (D06-2020-027)
• Approved zoning by-law amendments for properties at 833 Pigeon Lake Road, Logie Street, Chadwin Drive, and 37 Adelaide Street North
• Awarded road patching material contracts to Black Armour Asphalt Products Inc. and Coco Paving Inc.
• Awarded supply of three medium duty trucks to Blue Mountain Chrysler Ltd. and one conversion truck to East Court Ford Lincoln Sales Ltd.
• Approved Bobcaygeon Composite Elevated Tank re-coating and rehabilitation to Ontario Clean Water Agency for $956,862
• Supported two telecommunications facility concurrence applications for Xplornet Communications at 268 King's Wharf Road and 64 Highway 7A

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee received deputations from 14 local environmental and community organizations, including Environmental Action Bobcaygeon, Gamiing Nature Center, Kawartha Land Trust, and the Canopy Project. The committee also discussed the Active Transportation Master Plan, tree preservation, trail connectivity, and potential partnerships among the groups. No formal decisions were made beyond receiving the deputations and adopting the agenda.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated
• Received deputation from Environmental Action Bobcaygeon
• Received deputation from Gamiing Nature Center
• Received deputation from Kawartha Land Trust
• Received deputation from Lake Management Planning Committee
• Received deputation from Canopy Project Kawartha Lakes
• Received deputation from Kawartha Cycling Club
• Received deputation from Kawartha Lakes Library

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management is meeting electronically to review reports on the Ontario Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission, Ministry of Health critical incident inspections, and operations for March and April 2021. The committee will also approve prior minutes and hold a closed session for confidential matters.

• Memorandum 003 - Ontario Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission Report
• Memorandum 004 - Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Critical Incident Inspections
• Victoria Manor Operations Report for March and April 2021
• Closed session for confidential operations report and minutes

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management met electronically and adopted the agenda with an added closed-session item. Members received three reports for information: the Ontario Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission Report, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Critical Incident Inspections, and the Victoria Manor Operations Report for March and April 2021. The committee then moved into closed session to discuss the Victoria Manor Management Agreement under the Municipal Act. No substantive decisions were made; all actions were procedural or informational.

• Adopted agenda with addition of closed-session item 9.3 (carried)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received Memorandum 003 on Ontario Long-Term Care COVID-19 Commission Report (carried)
• Received Memorandum 004 on Ministry of Health Critical Incident Inspections (carried)
• Received Victoria Manor Operations Report for March and April 2021 (carried)
• Moved into closed session under Municipal Act s.239(2)(b)(d)(g)(k) (carried)

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole received presentations and reports on the Paramedic Services Master Plan and the Long Range Financial Plan Update, and voted to forward all recommendations to the next Regular Council Meeting. The committee also voted to include full funding for the Coboconk Wellness Centre in the Long Range Financial Plan. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations for Council.

• Received Paramedic Services Master Plan presentation and report EMS2021-002, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Received Long Range Financial Plan Update presentation and report CORP2021-013, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Included full funding for Coboconk Wellness Centre in Long Range Financial Plan, forwarded to Council (carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force met and adopted its agenda and previous minutes. Members received updates on the Gaps Working Group's workshops and the second round of the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund, which is open for applications until May 14. No formal decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Adopted the May 10, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the March 22, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned at 10:30 a.m. (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to discuss four reports: an update on lighting for the Old Gaol, a draft Heritage Applications Policy, amendments to the Heritage Delegated Authority By-law, and a proposed heritage designation for 398 County Road 41 in Bexley Township. The committee will also adopt minutes from its April 8, 2021 meeting and receive subcommittee updates. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Report KLMHC2021-20: Old Gaol lighting update with lighting specifications appendix
• Report KLMHC2021-17: Heritage Applications Policy draft for review
• Report KLMHC2021-18: Amendments to the Heritage Delegated Authority By-law
• Report KLMHC2021-19: Proposed heritage designation of 398 County Road 41, Bexley Township
• Adoption of minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee approved new lighting for the Old Gaol, endorsed a final Heritage Applications Policy, endorsed amendments to the Heritage Delegated Authority By-law, and endorsed the designation of 398 County Road 41. All recommendations will be forwarded to Council for approval. The committee also directed correspondence to Engineering staff regarding red brick replacement at 180 Kent Street West.

• Approved new lighting for Old Gaol doors (carried)
• Endorsed Heritage Applications Policy, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Endorsed amendments to By-law 2019-154, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Endorsed designation of 398 County Road 41, Bexley Township, forwarded to Council (carried)
• Directed Chair to send correspondence to Engineering staff about red brick at 180 Kent Street West (carried)
• Directed Chair to inform CAO that Sturgeon Point cabins ownership is time sensitive (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider two zoning by-law amendments. The first would amend all zoning bylaws to regulate cannabis cultivation and processing. The second would amend the Township of Emily Zoning By-law 1996-30 for a property at 833 Pigeon Lake Road. Both items are recommendations for Council approval.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Cannabis Cultivation and Processing (application D06-2020-027)
• Amend all zoning bylaws for cannabis cultivation and processing
• Zoning By-law Amendment at 833 Pigeon Lake Road, Gingrich (application D06-2020-029)
• Amend Township of Emily Zoning By-law 1996-30

The Planning Advisory Committee recommended two zoning by-law amendments for Council approval. The first proposes new definitions and provisions for cannabis cultivation and processing across 18 zoning by-laws. The second rezones part of 833 Pigeon Lake Road to allow a custom woodworking shop as a secondary use. Both recommendations were carried unanimously.

• Recommended approval of cannabis zoning by-law amendment D06-2020-027 (carried)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 833 Pigeon Lake Road for woodworking shop D06-2020-029 (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several items, most notably the Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force recommendations, which would be brought to Council. Other items include tax policy decisions for 2021, a bulky plastic recycling pilot program, and a proposed land management directive. The meeting includes deputations and a petition on off-road vehicle access.

• Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force recommendations (Report PW2021-002)
• 2021 Tax Policy Decisions: no optional property classes, 30% commercial and 35% industrial vacant land reduction, 45% farm land reduction, 10% capping limits (Report CORP2021-010)
• Fenelon Falls Legacy C.H.E.S.T. Funds: $5,000 to Kawartha Works Community Co-operative (Report CS2021-004)
• Two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program at Lindsay Ops landfill (Report WM2021-008)
• Growth Management Strategy Task Force Terms of Reference (Report PLAN2021-021)

The Committee of the Whole discussed and made several recommendations regarding off-road vehicle (ORV/ATV) use on city roads, including a proposed amendment to By-Law 2019-077 to allow more ATV access south of Road 8. The committee also set parameters for a potential pilot program, including a two-year term with a one-year review, and specific operating hours. All recommendations were carried and will be brought forward to the next Regular Council Meeting for consideration.

• Received Off Road Vehicle Task Force recommendations and forwarded to Council
• Recommended amending By-Law 2019-077 to allow more ATV access south of Road 8
• Set pilot program term at two years with review after one year
• Set potential ORV access hours to 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., May 1 to November 30
• Referred rural road ORV use to Task Force for September 2021 review
• Referred Bethany Trail Head to Ganaraska Forest linkage to Task Force
• Referred Bobcaygeon commercial district route to Task Force for June 1, 2021 report
• Deferred proposed ATV route through Lindsay to June 1, 2021 meeting

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine landfill operations, including a summary of actions, complaints, leachate outbreaks, and potential improvements to mattress recycling and a construction and demolition pilot. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports and public comment periods.

• Review of activity summary spreadsheet (Summary of Actions-April 2021)
• Discussion of landfill complaints
• Leachate outbreaks review (Lindsay Ops Leachate Parameters)
• Improvements to mattress recycling program
• Construction and demolition pilot

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee voted to support recycling all mattresses in Kawartha Lakes and to stop accepting mattresses at the Laxton, Eldon, Somerville, and Fenelon landfill sites beginning in 2022. The committee also voted to support making the Construction and Demolition recycling pilot program permanent at the Lindsay Ops landfill, with consideration of a $155,000 annual operating budget for 2022. Both recommendations are set to go to Council in June. The committee also discussed a resident complaint about litter and odour, which was forwarded to the MECP and operations staff.

• Supported recycling all mattresses and ending mattress acceptance at Laxton, Eldon, Somerville, and Fenelon landfills in 2022 (carried)
• Supported permanent Construction and Demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops landfill with $155,000 annual budget consideration for 2022 (carried)
• Approved agenda as printed (carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:45pm (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

This is the regular Council meeting for April 20, 2021, where Council will vote on recommendations from the Committee of the Whole and Planning Advisory Committee. Key items include approving the Destination Development Plan, a proposed direct sale of city-owned land on Denfield Road, and awarding contracts for janitorial services and fuel supply. The agenda also includes several routine items such as adopting minutes and receiving correspondence.

• Direct sale of portion of Denfield Road property, Lindsay, to Wilson Staples Holdings Ltd. (CW2021-100)
• Award of 3-year janitorial services contract to C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. at $598,078 first-year cost (PUR2021-008)
• Award of 5-year fuel supply contract to W.O. Stinson & Son Limited, estimated annual cost $1,997,363.90 (PUR2021-012)
• Approval of Destination Development Plan (CW2021-094)
• Additional $49,081.90 for Arts, Culture, Heritage Recovery Fund (CW2021-104)

Council approved a five-year fuel supply contract with W.O. Stinson & Son Ltd. for an estimated annual cost of $1,997,363.90, and a three-year janitorial services contract with C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. at $598,078 for the first year. Council also approved a 50% one-time water bill rebate for 121-123 William Street North (5-4), supported Bill C-273 for a guaranteed basic income, and approved several zoning and development items, including Springdale Gardens Phases 3 and 4.

• Approved fuel supply contract with W.O. Stinson & Son Ltd. (estimated $1.997M/year)
• Approved janitorial services contract with C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd. ($598,078 first year)
• Approved 50% water bill rebate for 121-123 William Street North (5-4)
• Approved letter supporting Bill C-273 (guaranteed basic income)
• Approved Springdale Gardens Phases 3 and 4 development agreements and by-laws
• Approved Destination Development Plan
• Approved election sign by-law update (removed Section 2.04(c))
• Approved speed limit reductions on Thomas Drive, Beechnut, Elm, and Jarvis Streets to 40 km/h

Waste Management Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Waste Management Advisory Committee meeting on April 19, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.

The Waste Management Advisory Committee supported recycling all mattresses in the city and stopping acceptance at four landfills, pending public education. It also supported a permanent construction and demolition recycling program at the Lindsay Ops landfill with a proposed $155,000 annual budget for 2022. A carbon capture technology presentation was received, with staff instructed to investigate and report back.

• Supported recycling all mattresses and no longer accepting them at Laxton, Eldon, Somerville, and Fenelon landfills, pending public communication (carried)
• Supported permanent Construction and Demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops landfill, with consideration of $155,000 annual operating budget for 2022 (carried)
• Received carbon capture technology presentation and instructed staff to collaborate, investigate, and report back (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 15, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Adjourned at 3:03 p.m. (carried)

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Kawartha Lakes Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to review reports from Public Works, OPP, health unit, police, community services, law enforcement, and insurance risk management regarding the use of off-road vehicles on city roads. They will also consider resident correspondence and survey results. The meeting is open for public viewing via YouTube, but no public access to the meeting space was available.

• Review of Public Works report on ORV recommendations
• Review of OPP report on ORV recommendations
• Review of KL Police Services report on ORV recommendations
• Review of Municipal Law Enforcement report on ORV recommendations
• Review of resident correspondence submitted March 17 - April 14, 2021

The task force received reports from Public Works, OPP, Health Unit, Police Services, Community Services, Municipal Law Enforcement, Insurance Risk Management, and Tourism, and adopted recommendations to allow Side by Sides and ATVs on city roads in conjunction with access to the Victoria Rail Trail Corridor, with specific prohibitions in Lindsay. The recommendations will be forwarded to Council for consideration.

• Received Public Works report on ORV use (carried)
• Received OPP report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Health Unit report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Police Services report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Community Services report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Municipal Law Enforcement report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Insurance Risk Management report on ORV use (carried)
• Received Tourism report on ORV use (carried)

Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt minutes from February 18, 2021, and receive updates on community revitalization efforts. The committee will also discuss electric charging stations and direct working groups to update their action plans for review at the June meeting.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of February 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Downtown Revitalization Updates
• Electric Charging Stations information
• Working groups to update Action Plans and report back in June

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee elected Lynne Manning as Chair and Stephen Podolsky as Vice Chair. Members received updates on community downtown revitalization efforts and economic development, and discussed future electric vehicle charging stations. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Elected Lynne Manning as Chair
• Elected Stephen Podolsky as Vice Chair
• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Adopted February 18, 2021 minutes as circulated
• Received Community Downtown Revitalization Updates
• Received Economic Development Staff Update
• Received information on Electric Charging Stations

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to consider seven applications: one deferred consent and six new minor variance requests at properties across Lindsay, Fenelon, and Ops townships. Members will also receive an overview of the new Additional Residential Units policy and zoning and sourcewater protection. Public access to Council Chambers is closed; participation is via email request or written comments.

• Deferred consent application COA2021-022 for 114 Queen Street, Lindsay (owners Jeffery and Michael Farquhar)
• Minor variance at 37 Adelaide Street North, Lindsay (owner Lindsay Seniors GP Limited/Lindsay Seniors LP)
• Minor variance at 2 Huntingdon Court, Fenelon Township (owners Peter and Karen Marren)
• Minor variances at vacant land and 308 Cross Creek Road, Ops Township (owners Jane and Paul McCabe)
• Minor variances at 17 Denfield Road, Lindsay and 26/28 Sanderling Court, Fenelon Township

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance for a 5-storey, 178-unit seniors apartment building at 37 Adelaide Street North, allowing increased height and other reliefs. It also granted variances for a lot line adjustment on Cross Creek Road and for re-creating two residential lots on Sanderling Court. A consent application for 114 Queen Street was deferred to allow further discussions, and a minor variance for 2 Huntingdon Court was deferred due to septic concerns.

• Granted minor variance D20-2021-001 for 5-storey seniors building at 37 Adelaide St N (carried)
• Deferred consent D03-2020-006 for 114 Queen St to July 15, 2021 (carried)
• Deferred minor variance D20-2021-006 for 2 Huntingdon Ct to August 15, 2021 (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-015 for undersized agricultural lot on Cross Creek Rd (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-016 for detached garage on Cross Creek Rd (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-019 for lot coverage at 17 Denfield Rd (carried)
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-021 to re-create lots at 26-28 Sanderling Ct (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to hear presentations on GIS mapping and an update on alterations to the Old Gaol, and to review a draft policy on alterations and demolitions. The committee will also adopt minutes from its March 11 meeting and receive updates from its Heritage Conservation District and Doors Open subcommittees.

• Report KLMHC2021-13: GIS presentation by James Auld and Emma Hollinger
• Report KLMHC2021-14: Old Gaol alterations update by Jorg Petersen, with Appendix A (Town of Lindsay By-Law 2000-068)
• Report KLMHC2021-15: Alterations and Demolitions Policy Review, with draft policy appendix
• Minutes of March 31, 2021 Old Mill Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee meeting
• Minutes of March 30, 2021 Doors Open Subcommittee meeting

The committee deferred a decision on the demolition of the Old Gaol wall until June 3, 2021, to allow for a site visit and further consultation. It also recommended 3 St. David Street and 4 Riverview Road for listing on the Heritage Register. The GIS presentation was deferred to May 6, and the committee agreed to send correspondence to Council regarding grant funding for the Boyd dry stone wall.

• Deferred Old Gaol wall demolition decision to June 3, 2021 (carried)
• Recommended 3 St. David Street and 4 Riverview Road for Heritage Register listing (carried)
• Deferred GIS presentation to May 6, 2021 (carried)
• Received Alterations and Demolitions Policy Review for information (carried)
• Received Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee minutes (carried)
• Received Doors Open Subcommittee minutes (carried)
• Approved correspondence to Council regarding Boyd dry stone wall grant funding (carried)
• Adopted agenda and minutes as amended (carried)

Agricultural Development Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Development Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss correspondence from two townships seeking Kawartha Lakes support for amendments to the Tile Drainage Act, receive updates on cannabis zoning and rural zoning by-law agricultural regulations, and hear project updates from the Economic Development Division. The committee will also adopt its agenda and previous minutes.

• Discussion on supporting Howick Township and Adjala-Tosorontio resolutions to OMAFRA to require tile drainage contractors to file installation plans with local municipalities
• Update on Cannabis Zoning Regulations development
• Update on agricultural regulations within the Rural Comprehensive Zoning By-law project
• SkillsAdvance Ontario Project Year 1 Review
• Food Producers' Market Expansion and Scaling Up Readiness Project Update

The committee received correspondence from Howick Township and Adjala-Tosorontio seeking support for amendments to the Tile Drainage Act. After discussion, ADAC voted to recommend that Council receive the correspondence but take no further action, noting the request may duplicate OMAFRA's existing collection of tile drainage plans. The committee also received updates on cannabis zoning regulations, the Rural Comprehensive Zoning By-law, and the SkillsAdvance Ontario project.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes of the February 11, 2021 meeting as circulated.
• Received correspondence from Howick Township and Adjala-Tosorontio regarding Tile Drainage Act amendments and recommended Council take no further action.
• Received presentation on Cannabis Zoning Regulations update.
• Received presentation on Rural Comprehensive Zoning By-law Agricultural Regulations update.
• Received presentation on SkillsAdvance Ontario Year 1 review.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including adopting the agenda and declaring any pecuniary interests. The only substantive item is an update on off-road vehicle use of city roads, presented by P. Warren. The meeting is electronic only, with no public access to the boardroom.

• Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads - P. Warren (action item update)

The Environmental Advisory Committee voted to recommend that Council retain the current by-law regulating ATV and ORV use on city roads. The recommendation will be sent to the ORV Task Force and Council ahead of the May 4 Committee of the Whole meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Recommended retaining By-law 2019-077 regulating ATV/ORV use (carried)

Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force

The Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force is meeting electronically to review its terms of reference, get an overview of the request for proposal process for a feasibility study, and appoint a representative to that RFP process. The meeting includes standard procedural items like adopting minutes and declaring interests. Public access is via the city's YouTube channel.

• Review of Terms of Reference for the Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force
• Overview of the Cultural Centre Feasibility Study Request for Proposal Process
• Appointment of Cultural Centre Feasibility Study RFP Task Force Representative
• Electronic participation meeting; public viewing via YouTube

The Cultural Centre Feasibility Task Force held its inaugural meeting, electing Susan Taylor as Chair and Beverly Jeeves as Vice-Chair. They adopted the agenda, reviewed the Terms of Reference, and voted to recommend extending the Terms of Reference until June 30, 2022. Dianne Lister was appointed as the Task Force representative on the Request for Proposal committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Susan Taylor elected Chair (acclaimed)
• Beverly Jeeves elected Vice-Chair (acclaimed)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Recommended extending Terms of Reference to June 30, 2022 (carried)
• Appointed Dianne Lister as RFP committee representative (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding public meetings and discussing four planning items: three zoning by-law amendments and one subdivision agreement amendment. One zoning amendment (Carew Boulevard) is recommended for Council approval, while two others are referred back to staff for further review. The subdivision agreement amendment is also recommended for Council approval.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 67, 73, 79 & 85 Lakeview Crescent, Township of Emily (PLAN2021-014) - referred back to staff
• Zoning by-law amendment at Carew Boulevard, Lindsay (PLAN2021-015) - recommended for Council approval
• Zoning by-law amendment at 3 Pottinger Street, Lindsay (PLAN2021-017) - referred back to staff
• Woodland Hills Community Inc. Amending Subdivision Agreement (PLAN2021-018) - recommended for Council approval

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings on three zoning by-law amendments. The application for 67, 73, 79 & 85 Lakeview Crescent was withdrawn by the applicant. The committee voted to refer the zoning amendment for the 71-lot Springdale Gardens development (Carew Boulevard) to Council for approval. The committee also voted to refer the zoning amendment for 3 Pottinger Street to Council, despite outstanding comments from some agencies.

• Application for 67, 73, 79 & 85 Lakeview Crescent withdrawn by applicant; report received for information only
• Referred zoning by-law amendment for 71-lot Springdale Gardens development at Carew Boulevard to Council for approval (Carried)
• Referred zoning by-law amendment for 3 Pottinger Street to Council for approval (Carried)
• Referred Amending Subdivision Agreement for Woodland Hills Community Inc. to Council for approval (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to discuss and recommend items for the next Regular Council Meeting. Key items include a proposed direct sale of a portion of the Denfield Road property in Lindsay to Wilson Staples Holdings Ltd., a policy review program, and a property utilization plan for the Ops Community Centre. The committee will also hear deputations on water bill relief and a culvert under Pleasant Point Road.

• Proposed direct sale of Denfield Road property, Lindsay to Wilson Staples Holdings Ltd.
• Presentation and report on the Destination Development Plan (ED2021-009)
• Proposed Council Policy Review Program (CAO2021-003)
• Ops Community Centre Property Utilization report (CAO2021-004)
• Election Sign By-Law Update (CLK2021-005)

The Committee of the Whole received and approved the Destination Development Plan, and directed staff to conduct a feasibility review and prepare a design for re-purposing the Ops Community Centre. It also supported a direct sale of a portion of the Denfield Road property, added funds to the Arts, Culture and Heritage Recovery Fund, and forwarded numerous recommendations to Council for final approval.

• Approved Destination Development Plan (Carried)
• Directed staff to initiate feasibility review of re-purposing Ops Community Centre (Carried)
• Directed staff to use ~$130,000 remaining in Ops Arena project for design of dry-floor multi recreational space (Carried)
• Supported in principle direct sale of Denfield Road property to Wilson Staples Holdings Ltd. (Carried)
• Approved adding $49,081.90 to Arts, Culture and Heritage Recovery Fund (Carried)
• Approved adding properties to Heritage Register, removing 390 Tracey's Hill Road (Carried)
• Approved 6-month payment plan for high water bill at 121-123 William Street North (Carried)
• Referred staff to inspect Kenhill Beach Road drainage (Carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee is meeting electronically to review outcomes of fund applications. The agenda includes adopting previous meeting minutes and discussing new business on application review results. This is a procedural meeting with no decisions listed beyond the review discussion.

• Review of Community Pandemic Recovery Fund application outcomes
• Adoption of March 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Electronic participation only; public access via Zoom request
• No dollar amounts or specific awards listed in agenda

The committee approved $245,169.30 in grants from 18 applications, with 10 funded and 8 denied. Unspent CHEST funds were returned, and a second call for applications was approved for remaining reserve funds.

• Approved 10 funding requests totaling $245,169.30 (carried)
• Denied 8 funding requests for lack of alignment with fund objectives (carried)
• Returned $205,668.22 unspent Lindsay CHEST funds to the CHEST Fund Committee (carried)
• Approved second call for applications for $49,162.48 reserve balance, max $7,500 per application (carried)

Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee

The Fenelon Landfill Public Review Committee voted to support a two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot at the Lindsay Ops Landfill, to recycle all mattresses and stop accepting them at four landfills, and to make the construction and demolition recycling program permanent with a $155,000 annual budget for 2022. The committee also received an update on a provincial inspection of the compost pad, which found no issues. No complaints or leachate outbreaks were reported.

• Supported two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot at Lindsay Ops Landfill (carried)
• Supported recycling all mattresses and no longer accepting them at Laxton, Eldon, Somerville, and Fenelon landfills (carried)
• Supported permanent Construction and Demolition recycling program at Lindsay Ops with $155,000 annual budget for 2022 (carried)
• Received update on MECP inspection of Fenelon compost pad, no issues noted (carried)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to hear updates on its work plans for plastics reduction, pollinator action, and active transportation. Members will also discuss several new items, including wetland loss from conversion to farmland, off-road vehicle use of city roads, an environmental assembly, environmental hero awards, and rural zoning by-law consolidation. The meeting is open to public viewing via Zoom by request.

• Wetland Loss Due to Conversion to Farmland - B. Snider
• Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads - Councillor T. Richardson
• Environmental Assembly - J. Morris
• Environmental Hero Awards - P. Warren
• Rural Zoning By-law Consolidation - P. Warren

The Environmental Advisory Committee tabled a motion that would recommend Council retain the current bylaw restricting off-road vehicles to existing roads. The motion was tabled until a special meeting scheduled before April 17, 2021. Other updates included progress on the Active Transportation Master Plan and pollinator projects.

• Tabled a motion to recommend Council retain bylaw 2009-116 and not permit off-road vehicles on additional roads.
• Carried a motion to table the off-road vehicle motion until a meeting before April 17, 2021.
• Adopted the agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes of the January 28, 2021 meeting as circulated.
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:29 p.m.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee met on March 24, 2021, and received updates from the Accessibility Officer, working groups, and Councillor Elmslie. No substantive decisions were made; the only actions were adopting the agenda, adopting previous minutes, receiving reports for information, and adjourning.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes from February 24, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received reports under items 5.1-5.4 for information (carried)
• Adjourned at 2:09 p.m. (carried)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider adopting a new Water-Wastewater Rate Study that will guide future water and sewer rates, and vote on a 2-year pilot project to allow backyard chickens in certain residential areas. Members will also decide on proposed amendments to the Dock Encroachment Policy, including removing a restriction at Hazel St. in Thurstonia, and approve numerous capital project extensions and reserve transfers.

• Adoption of Water-Wastewater Rate Study (Report CA2021-002) to guide future rates
• 2-year pilot project to allow backyard chickens in certain residential areas (Report ML2021-001)
• Dock Encroachment Policy amendments, including removing Hazel St. restriction (Report RS2021-016)
• Removal of on-street parking meters in Bobcaygeon effective May 2021 (Report ML2020-003)
• Approval of 2020 Q4 Capital Close with $743,081.81 in reserve transfers and project extensions

Council adopted the Water-Wastewater Rate Study and directed staff to develop a 2-year backyard chicken pilot project. It also approved several contracts, including a $1.58M bridge rehabilitation, and referred various items for further study. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted Water-Wastewater Rate Study (carried)
• Directed staff to develop backyard chicken pilot project (carried)
• Approved $1,579,166.33 contract for Mill Pond Bridge rehabilitation (carried)
• Approved $165,713 single-source elevator improvements at Victoria Park Armoury (carried)
• Approved $144,924 purchase of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (carried)
• Approved $142,725 contract for concrete sidewalks, curbs, and gutters (carried)
• Approved $35,000 emergency project for City Hall Bell Cupola (carried)
• Approved 2-year pilot for curbside leaf and yard collection in high-density areas (carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss recovery fund decisions and recommendations, receive working group updates, and hold a round table discussion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Recovery Fund Decisions and Recommendations
• Working Group Updates
• Adoption of minutes from January 11, 2021 meeting
• Round Table Discussion

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force reviewed the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Committee's report, which funded nine of seventeen applications: five of seven within Lindsay and four of ten outside. The remaining CHEST fund balance will be recommended for return, while the reserve balance will be proposed for a second intake. The task force also discussed upcoming capacity-building workshops and digital platform training.

• Adopted the March 22, 2021 agenda as circulated.
• Adopted the minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting.
• Noted the recovery fund review: 9 of 17 applications funded (5 of 7 in Lindsay, 4 of 10 outside).
• Recommended returning the remaining CHEST fund balance.
• Recommended using the reserve fund balance for a second intake.
• Kept the Recovery Fund Committee members and Terms of Reference for the next intake.
• Scheduled the next meeting for May 3, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. via video.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:36 a.m.

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to discuss and review recommendations regarding the use of off-road vehicles on city roads. The agenda includes adoption of minutes, deputations, and a large volume of correspondence from residents. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube.

• Review of recommendations on off-road vehicle use on city roads
• Deputations regarding the use of off-road vehicles on city roads
• Correspondence from over 200 residents regarding off-road vehicle use
• Adoption of minutes from March 4, 2021 meeting

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force heard 26 resident deputations on the use of off-road vehicles on city roads, with opinions both for and against. The task force amended its draft recommendations to include a proposal for the city, in consultation with the Kawartha ATV Association, to provide education for ORV users. The amended recommendations were forwarded to the May 4, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting for consideration.

• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted March 4, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Received 26 deputations on ORV use (each carried)
• Received correspondence on ORV use (carried)
• Amended recommendations to include education with KATVA (carried)
• Forwarded amended recommendations to May 4, 2021 Committee of the Whole (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting electronically to decide on one consent application and eight minor variance applications, plus a deferral request. The consent would sever a residential lot at 170 William Street North, and the minor variances involve properties across the city, including sheds, additions, and other structures. One application at 39 Elliot Street is proposed to be deferred to the May 20, 2021 meeting. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Consent application D03-2020-034 to sever a 316.13 sq m lot at 170 William Street North, with conditions including a $500 tree levy and 5% parkland cash-in-lieu
• Minor variance D20-2020-044 at 170 William Street North, tied to the consent application, with conditions on building construction
• Minor variance D20-2021-007 at 21 Propp Road, requiring removal of an existing shed within 24 months
• Minor variance D20-2021-008 at 11 Manor Road: reliefs for shed denied, reliefs for dwelling addition granted, with shed relocation required
• Minor variance D20-2021-009 at 39 Elliot Street proposed for deferral to May 20, 2021

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application to sever a residential lot at 170 William Street North, subject to conditions including a road widening and a tree levy. It also granted a related minor variance to reduce the minimum lot frontage, with a condition tying the building's design to the approval. Several other minor variance applications were approved, and one was deferred.

• Granted consent application D03-2020-034 to sever a lot at 170 William Street North, subject to conditions including road widening, tree levy, and parkland cash-in-lieu.
• Granted minor variance D20-2020-044 to reduce minimum lot frontage for the new lot, with conditions including building design compliance.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-007 for an addition and garage at 21 Propp Road, with conditions including shed removal and construction timeline.
• Denied reliefs 4-7 for a shed at 11 Manor Road, but granted reliefs 1-3 for a dwelling addition, with conditions to relocate the shed.
• Deferred minor variance D20-2021-009 for 39 Elliot Street to the May 20, 2021 meeting.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-010 for a deck and shed at 121 Island Drive, with a 6-month construction timeline.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-011 for a detached garage at 28 Liberty Lane, with conditions restricting other structures in the front yard.
• Granted minor variance D20-2021-012 for a new dwelling at 2 Ripple Street, with conditions including septic permit and structure removal.

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss two items: a review of official plans and secondary plans (for education/training), and a review of city service levels (personal matters). The open session is limited to procedural items: call to order, adoption of agenda, disclosure of interests, and a confirming by-law. No decisions or public discussions are scheduled in the open portion.

• Closed session item 4.3.1: Official Plans - Secondary Plans Review (education/training)
• Closed session item 4.3.2: Review of City Service Levels (personal matters)
• Confirming by-law 2021-xxx to confirm proceedings of the March 16, 2021 special council meeting

The Special Council Meeting was called to order and the agenda was adopted. Council then moved into closed session to receive education on the secondary and official plans process and to discuss service delivery and personnel issues. After returning to open session, Council passed a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings and adjourned.

• Adopted the agenda for the Special Council Meeting as circulated.
• Adopted the closed session agenda as circulated.
• Moved into closed session to consider items 4.3.1 and 4.3.2.
• Received education on the City's secondary and official plans process (closed session item).
• Received CAO feedback on service delivery and personnel issues and gave instruction accordingly (closed session item).
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council Meeting.

Waste Management Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Waste Management Advisory Committee meeting on March 15, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The Waste Management Advisory Committee voted to support a two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program at the Lindsay Ops Landfill. The program would cost $50,000 in 2022 and $20,000 in 2023, and is estimated to save about $163,000 per year in landfill space. The committee also discussed other waste topics, including a textile recycling program and the status of a proposed incineration facility in Havelock.

• Approved the agenda as circulated.
• Approved the minutes of the February 1, 2021 meeting as circulated.
• Carried a motion to support the two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program at the Lindsay Ops Landfill.

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management is meeting electronically to review operations reports for January and February 2021 and the results of the 2020 resident and family satisfaction surveys. The committee will also consider closed-session items, including confidential operations reports and minutes from the previous meeting. Public access is by Zoom only.

• 2020 Victoria Manor Resident Satisfaction Survey report and attachment
• 2020 Victoria Manor Family Satisfaction Survey report and attachment
• Victoria Manor Operations Report for January and February 2021
• Closed session for confidential operations and minutes under Municipal Act s.239(2)(b)(d)(e)(g)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to review several heritage policy presentations, including planning policy, heritage policy overview, and a draft alterations and demolitions policy. They will also consider a report on designating 40 Head Street in Bobcaygeon as a heritage property. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and subcommittee updates.

• Report KLMHC2021-10: Designation of 40 Head Street, Bobcaygeon
• Report KLMHC2021-12: Alterations and Demolitions Policy first draft review
• Report KLMHC2021-11: Heritage Policy Overview Presentation
• Report KLMHC2021-09: Planning Policy Presentation
• Adoption of minutes from February 4, 2021 meeting

The committee endorsed the designation of 40 Head Street, Bobcaygeon as a heritage property and forwarded the recommendation to Council for approval. It also deferred the Osprey Heritage Awards to 2022 due to pandemic uncertainty. Several informational presentations on planning and heritage policies were received, and subcommittee updates were provided.

• Endorsed heritage designation of 40 Head Street, Bobcaygeon (carried)
• Deferred Osprey Heritage Awards to 2022 (carried)
• Received planning policy presentation (carried)
• Received heritage policy overview presentation (carried)
• Received alterations and demolitions policy first draft (carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Evaluation Committee is meeting electronically to review its terms of reference, discuss the evaluation process for the fund, and set a meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of Terms of Reference for the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund Committee
• Overview of the Evaluation Process for the Community Pandemic Recovery Fund
• Evaluation Working Group meeting schedule discussion

The committee organized itself, appointing Max Radiff as Chair and Heather Kirby as Vice-Chair, and adopted its agenda. Members reviewed the Terms of Reference and the evaluation process, noting applications were received without concerns and will be reviewed in a working group. No funding decisions were made; the meeting adjourned into a working group session.

• Appointed Max Radiff as Chair
• Appointed Heather Kirby as Vice-Chair
• Adopted the agenda as circulated
• Adjourned to working group meeting

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss landfill operations. Key items include a proposed two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program, a report on congestion at the landfill, and a review of a provincial inspection report. The committee will also set its regular meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair (Lloyd Robertson) and Vice-Chair (Chris Appleton) for 2021
• Resolution to support two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program at Lindsay Ops landfill
• Discussion of MECP inspection report for Lindsay Ops Landfill
• David Webb's presentation on congestion at the landfill
• Resolution to hold meetings on the third Wednesday of each month

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee elected Lloyd Robertson as Chair and Chris Appleton as Vice-Chair for 2021. It approved a two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program at the landfill, with tipping fees applying. The committee also moved its meetings to the third Wednesday of each month and discussed a presentation on landfill congestion, deferring further discussion to a future meeting.

• Elected Lloyd Robertson as Chair for 2021 (carried)
• Elected Chris Appleton as Vice-Chair for 2021 (carried)
• Adopted agenda as amended (carried)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (carried)
• Supported two-year bulky plastic recycling pilot program (carried)
• Moved PRC meetings to third Wednesday of each month (carried)
• Adjourned at 5:00pm (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding public meetings and considering reports on four zoning by-law amendments. These include a city-wide cannabis cultivation and processing amendment, and property-specific changes at 41 Shadow Lake Road 16, 1095 White Rock Road, and 174 Highway 7A. The committee will also hear deputations from D.M. Wills representatives on two of the property reports.

• Public meeting on PLAN2021-008: city-wide zoning amendments for cannabis cultivation and processing
• PLAN2021-011: zoning amendment at 41 Shadow Lake Road 16 (Park and Radford-Park)
• PLAN2021-010: zoning amendment at 1095 White Rock Road (Bedard Sand and Gravel Limited)
• PLAN2021-012: zoning amendment at 174 Highway 7A (Connor)
• Deputations by Emma Drake and Amanda Dougherty (D.M. Wills) on reports 6.1 and 6.2

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings and forwarded several zoning by-law amendments to Council for approval. The cannabis cultivation and processing amendment was referred back to staff for further review due to public concerns. The committee recommended approval for amendments at 41 Shadow Lake Road 16, 1095 White Rock Road (Bedard Sand and Gravel), and 174 Highway 7A (Connor).

• Referred cannabis zoning amendment (PLAN2021-008) back to staff for further review
• Approved zoning amendment at 41 Shadow Lake Road 16 (PLAN2021-011) for Council adoption
• Approved zoning amendment at 1095 White Rock Road (PLAN2021-010) for Council adoption, with a 0m setback on the west lot line
• Approved zoning amendment at 174 Highway 7A (PLAN2021-012) for Council adoption
• Received deputations from Emma Drake and Amanda Dougherty

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to receive information about Report PLAN2021-007, which concerns appeals to the Official Plan (2012) and General Amendment 13 regarding urban settlement boundaries. The committee will hear public deputations and may discuss business arising from the public meeting. The report is being received for information only at this stage.

• Public meeting on PLAN2021-007: Official Plan (2012) and General Amendment 13 Appeals – Urban Settlement Boundaries
• Report prepared by Leah Barrie, Policy Planning Supervisor
• Attachments include proposed changes to Official Plan schedules for Mariposa, Woodville, Ops, Emily, Omemee, Eldon, Fenelon, Verulam, and Bobcaygeon

The Planning Advisory Committee held a non-statutory public meeting to hear feedback on appeals to the Official Plan (2012) and General Amendment 13 regarding urban settlement boundaries. The committee received correspondence from multiple parties and received Report PLAN2021-007 for information. No decisions were made on the appeals themselves; the matter will proceed to Council and the Local Planning Appeals Tribunal.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as circulated.
• Received correspondence from 11 parties regarding Report PLAN2021-007, Urban Settlement Boundaries.
• Received Report PLAN2021-007, Official Plan (2012) and General Amendment 13 Appeals – Urban Settlement Boundaries, for information.
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:04 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing reports and recommendations to be forwarded to Council, including a proposed 2-year backyard chicken pilot project, adoption of a Water-Wastewater Rate Study, and closing 2020 capital projects with extensions. The committee will also hear deputations on Olde Gaol Museum funding and service enhancements, and receive annual reports and work plans from various advisory committees.

• Backyard Chickens: staff directed to amend animal control by-law for a 2-year pilot in certain residential areas (Option 2), with licensing fee (ML2021-001)
• Water-Wastewater Rate Study: adoption recommended, including Water Financial Plan to be sent to Ministry (CA2021-002)
• 2020 Q4 Capital Close: $706,877.39 to Capital Contingency Reserve, $34,738.15 to Police Reserves, $1,466.27 to Sewer Infrastructure Reserve; many projects extended (CORP2021-003)
• Parking Meters - Bobcaygeon: removal of on-street meters effective May 2021, with stakeholder notification (ML2021-003)
• Dock Encroachment Policy: public input to be sought on proposed amendments (RS2021-016)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and forwarded numerous recommendations to Council, including a 2-year pilot project to allow backyard chickens in certain residential areas, adoption of the Water-Wastewater Rate Study, and proposed amendments to the Dock Encroachment Policy. The committee also received a $132,000 funding request from the Victoria County Historical Society for the Olde Gaol Museum, referring it to the CAO for review. All recommendations are subject to final approval by the next Regular Council meeting.

• Directed staff to develop by-law amendments for a 2-year backyard chicken pilot project (Carried)
• Adopted the Water-Wastewater Rate Study and Water Financial Plan (Carried)
• Directed public consultation on Dock Encroachment Policy amendments, including removing Hazel St., Thurstonia from front-lot-only docking (Carried)
• Referred $132,000 Olde Gaol Museum funding request to CAO for review (Carried)
• Directed removal of on-street parking meters in Bobcaygeon, effective May 2021, with a report back May 4 (Carried)
• Approved 2020 Q4 capital project closures and reserve transfers (Carried)
• Approved 2021 work plans for multiple advisory committees (Carried)
• Directed staff to investigate speed reductions on Cedar Glen Road and Tracey's Hill Road (Carried)

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from February 19, 2021, and to discuss recommendations from working meetings held on February 25 and March 4, 2021, along with next steps. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the provided text.

• Adoption of minutes from February 19, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of recommendations from February 25 working meeting
• Discussion of recommendations from March 4 working meeting
• Next steps for the task force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force adopted recommendations to permit ORVs (ATVs and side-by-sides) on rural roads, with a two-year pilot program, specific hours and season, and membership/licensing requirements. They also recommended specific routes through Bobcaygeon and Lindsay, with restrictions in Lindsay. These are recommendations to be considered by the City, not final decisions.

• Adopted agenda and minutes (carried)
• Defined ORV as ATVs and side-by-sides, not for general transportation (carried)
• Recommended opening all rural roads to ORVs except unsafe ones, with two-year pilot, 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m., May 1-Dec 1, KATVA membership, G2/M2 license, plate/insurance, HTA compliance (carried)
• Recommended permitting ORVs on all Bobcaygeon roads except Bolton St between Canal and King, with KATVA membership (carried)
• Recommended two specific routes through Lindsay from southern to northern trailhead (carried)
• Recommended prohibiting ORVs on most Lindsay roads, with exceptions and KATVA membership (carried)

Economic Recovery Task Force

The Kawartha Lakes Economic Recovery Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt minutes from December 8, 2020, discuss a council resolution on enhanced service in downtowns and major parks, and receive an action plan progress update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Adoption of draft minutes from December 8, 2020 meeting
• Council resolution: Enhanced Service in Downtowns and Major Parks
• Action Plan Progress Update

The Economic Recovery Task Force discussed a council-approved budget item for enhanced garbage and washroom services in downtowns and major parks, and directed staff to develop a program for Summer 2021. The task force also referred a discussion on encouraging consumer confidence to staff. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Adopted minutes of December 8, 2020 meeting
• Directed staff to develop a program for enhanced garbage disposal and washroom facilities in downtowns and major parks for Summer 2021
• Referred discussion on encouraging consumer confidence to staff

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Advisory Committee is holding its first meeting, conducted electronically. The agenda includes appointing community members, a chair, and a vice-chair, as well as reviewing the committee's terms of reference and a draft project plan. The meeting is open to public viewing via Zoom by request.

• Appointment of 7 community members from health, education, and social services organizations
• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Terms of Reference for the advisory committee
• Review of draft project plan based on provincial planning framework
• Electronic-only meeting; no public access to the boardroom

The committee was formally established with the appointment of community members, a chair, and a vice-chair. The group reviewed its terms of reference and a draft project plan, and discussed public engagement strategies. It will report to Council in June and may ask for a deadline extension.

• Appointed seven community members to the advisory committee
• Appointed Chief Mark Mitchell as Committee Chair
• Appointed Detachment Commander Tim Tatchell as Vice-Chair
• Adopted the March 1, 2021 agenda
• Reviewed the Terms of Reference and Draft Project Plan
• Discussed public engagement methods, including virtual town halls and surveys
• Agreed to request a reconsideration of the plan deadline from Council
• Scheduled a report to Council Committee of the Whole in June

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is holding an electronic meeting on February 24, 2021. The agenda is largely procedural: adopting the agenda, declaring any pecuniary interests, and adopting minutes from the January 27, 2021 meeting. The committee will also receive updates from the Accessibility Officer, working groups on public awareness and public spaces, and a Councillor's update, all for information only. No new business or presentations are listed.

• Adoption of January 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Accessibility Officer update (item 5.1)
• Public awareness update on education, employment, information and communication (item 5.2)
• Public spaces update on parks, built environment and transit (item 5.3)
• Councillor's update (item 5.4)

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee approved the use of 2021 budget funds for a guide for creating accessible publications. They also received updates on the Accessibility Master Plan, the 2021 Accessibility Awards, and ongoing accessibility work. The committee agreed to continue meeting virtually until it is safe to meet in person.

• Approved use of 2021 budget funds for a guide for creating publications (moved by E. Peeters, seconded by A. O'Bumsawin).
• Received reports under agenda items 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4 for information (moved by A. O'Bumsawin, seconded by Ken Van Den Oetelaar).
• Adopted the agenda as circulated (moved by A. O'Bumsawin, seconded by S. Coupland).
• Adopted minutes from the January 27, 2021 meeting (moved by Councillor Elmslie, seconded by M. Porteous).
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:24 p.m. (moved by A. O'Bumsawin, seconded by Councillor Elmslie).

Regular Council Meeting

This is a regular Council meeting with a full agenda of decisions and discussions. Council will vote on recommendations from the Committee of the Whole and Planning Advisory Committee, including several planning applications, a fleet review, and a community safety plan. They will also consider consent items such as lease extensions, a telecommunications tower license, and a contract for landfill services. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approve $167,684 payment for 2020 HKPR District Health Unit budget arrears
• Award $115,596 annual contract to Youngs Excavating for landfill cover and compaction
• Approve lease extensions with Ontario government for offices at 322 and 440 Kent Street West, Lindsay
• Approve license agreement with Xplornet for new telecom tower at 50 Tower Road, Kirkfield
• Approve zoning by-law amendments for properties at 151 Peniel Road and 833 Pigeon Lake Road

Council approved recommendations from the Affordable Housing Target Program, supporting 2 affordable ownership units in Kawartha Lakes and 47 affordable rental units in Haliburton County, with incentives including a $51,140 development charge waiver funded from the General Contingency Reserve. Council also approved several other items, including a $115,596 annual contract for landfill services, a 5-year dock license, and a $167,684 payment for health unit budget arrears. A motion to obtain an indicative credit rating failed.

• Approved Affordable Housing Target Program supporting 2 ownership and 47 rental units
• Approved $51,140 development charge waiver funded from General Contingency Reserve
• Awarded $115,596 annual contract to Youngs Excavating for landfill cover and compaction
• Approved 5-year dock license at 114 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon
• Approved $167,684 payment for HKPRDHU 2020 budget arrears
• Approved bike lanes on Logie Street with seasonal closure by-law
• Referred rescue pumper procurement to March 23, 2021 meeting
• Motion to obtain indicative credit rating failed

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt its agenda and minutes, and to receive staff updates on the Iron Bridge and the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Update on Iron Bridge by Jenn Johnson, Manager, Parks, Recreation and Culture
• Update on Kawartha Trans Canada Trail by Jenn Johnson
• Adoption of February 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The task force received updates indicating the Iron Bridge is structurally suitable but not recommended for ORV use due to park access, and the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail prohibits ORVs and is not city-owned. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, including agenda and minutes adoption.

• Adopted the February 19, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Adopted the February 5, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned at 10:48 p.m. (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to vote on nine minor variance applications and one consent application deferral. All minor variance applications are recommended for approval with conditions, while the consent application at 114 Queen Street is recommended for deferral to allow the applicant to address staff concerns.

• Minor variance at 18 Westlake Court (D20-2020-037) recommended for approval
• Minor variance at 128 Romany Ranch Road (D20-2020-045) recommended for approval
• Minor variance at 120 Charlore Park Road (D20-2020-046) recommended for approval
• Minor variance at 4 Bruce Street (D20-2020-047) recommended for approval
• Consent application at 114 Queen Street (D03-2020-006) recommended for deferral

The Committee of Adjustment granted all nine minor variance applications on the agenda, covering projects like garages, porches, and agricultural buildings, each with specific conditions. One consent application (D03-2020-006) for 114 Queen Street was deferred to allow the applicant and owner to explore options addressing staff concerns. The committee also elected Lloyd Robertson as Chair and David Marsh as Vice Chair for 2021.

• Granted minor variance for garage/woodworking shop at 18 Westlake Court (CA2021-005)
• Granted minor variance for screened-in porch at 128 Romany Ranch Road (CA2021-006)
• Granted minor variance for attached garage at 120 Charlore Park Road (CA2021-007)
• Granted minor variance for detached garage at 4 Bruce Street (CA2021-008)
• Granted minor variance for agricultural storage building at 121 Grassy Road (CA2021-009)
• Granted minor variance for agricultural building at 22371 Simcoe Street (CA2021-010)
• Granted minor variance for dwelling/deck at 1419 Killarney Bay Road (CA2021-011)
• Granted minor variance for sunroom/porch at 155 Springdale Drive (CA2021-012)

Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee

The Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committee deferred the election of Chair and Vice-Chair to the next meeting after the sole nominee declined. The committee adopted the agenda and previous minutes, received community and staff updates, and voted to forward its 2021 Work Plan to Council for approval. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural and planning actions.

• Deferred election of Chair and Vice-Chair to next meeting (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted February 20, 2020 minutes (carried)
• Received community downtown revitalization updates (carried)
• Received economic development staff update (carried)
• Forwarded 2021 Work Plan to Council for approval (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting focuses on approving the 2021 tax levy supported operating budget, the water and wastewater capital and operating budgets, and the special projects budget. Council will also consider a $231,530 renovation project for the police services building and receive correspondence from school boards and the health unit.

• Approve 2021 Tax Levy Supported Operating Budget
• Approve 2021 Water and Wastewater Capital and Operating Budgets
• Approve 2021 Special Projects Budget
• Police Services Building Evidence Room and Forensic Lab Project: $231,530 from Capital Contingency Reserve
• Correspondence on school year budgets and needle exchange program

Council approved the 2021 Tax Levy Supported Operating Budget with a 1.5% tax levy increase, using Safe Restart Funding to offset pandemic costs. The Water and Wastewater Capital and Operating Budget was also approved, along with several special projects. A motion to include Waste Calendar Delivery by Mail in the budget failed.

• Approved 2021 Budget with 1.5% tax levy increase
• Approved 2021 Water and Wastewater Capital and Operating Budget
• Approved $231,530 for Police Services Building Evidence Room and Forensic Lab Project
• Approved $90,200 for Lake Dalrymple Lake Management Plan
• Approved $126,000 for Coboconk Wellness Centre
• Approved $200,000 for Enhanced Services in Downtowns Project
• Approved $835,953 Safe Restart Funding allocation to 2021 Budget
• Failed motion to include Waste Calendar Delivery by Mail ($45,000)

Agricultural Development Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Development Advisory Committee received a presentation on proposed zoning by-law amendments for cannabis production and processing, and voted to support the Planning Division's amendments with three conditions. The committee also approved submitting its 2020 work plan review and 2021 work plan to Council, and discussed updates on the backyard chicken pilot program and rural zoning consultations.

• Supported proposed cannabis zoning amendments with conditions on setback measurements and impact review (carried)
• Approved submission of 2020 ADAC Work Plan Review Report to Council (carried)
• Approved submission of 2021 ADAC Work Plan to Council for approval (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 26, 2020 meeting (carried)
• Elected Rebecca Parker as Chair and Adam Shea as Vice-Chair (acclaimed)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to hold public meetings on three zoning by-law amendments and a draft plan of subdivision, and to consider recommendations on a condominium plan and a subdivision assumption. The committee will receive reports and either refer applications back to staff for further review or recommend approval to Council.

• Public meeting on amending Lindsay Official Plan and Zoning By-law 2000-75 for a draft plan of subdivision at 331 Logie Street, Lindsay (Lepha Properties Inc.)
• Public meeting on amending Mariposa Zoning By-law 94-07 at 151 Peniel Road (Hamilton), with a recommendation to approve the amendment
• Public meeting on amending Emily Zoning By-law 1996-30 at 833 Pigeon Lake Road (Gingrich), referred back to staff
• Recommendation to approve a draft plan of condominium and zoning by-law amendment at 7-27 Lakewood Crescent, Bobcaygeon (Port 32 Inc.)
• Recommendation to approve the assumption of the Churchdown Mews Subdivision in Lindsay

The Planning Advisory Committee held public meetings and made decisions on several planning applications. It approved a zoning by-law amendment for a rural residential severance at 151 Peniel Road, Mariposa, and recommended approval of a 48-unit townhouse condominium at 7-27 Lakewood Crescent, Bobcaygeon, with added stop signs. It referred two other applications—a 45-unit townhouse development at 331 Logie Street, Lindsay, and a woodworking shop at 833 Pigeon Lake Road, Emily—back to staff for further review. The committee also approved the assumption of the Churchdown Mews subdivision in Lindsay.

• Approved zoning amendment for severance at 151 Peniel Road, Mariposa (carried)
• Referred 45-unit townhouse development at 331 Logie Street, Lindsay back to staff (carried)
• Referred woodworking shop zoning at 833 Pigeon Lake Road, Emily back to staff (carried)
• Recommended approval of 48-unit townhouse condominium at 7-27 Lakewood Crescent, Bobcaygeon, with stop signs (carried)
• Approved assumption of Churchdown Mews subdivision, Lindsay (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting electronically to receive presentations and reports on pandemic response, GIS mapping, Victoria Manor redevelopment, a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, fleet services review, and proposed dock encroachment policy amendments. Several recommendations will be forwarded to Council for consideration at the next regular meeting.

• Community Safety and Well-Being Plan terms of reference and advisory committee appointments
• Fleet Services Review report FL2021-001
• Proposed amendments to Dock Encroachment Policy CP2018-001, including fee updates and 10-year dock license terms
• Fleet Standardization report FL2021-002
• Memorandum for $16,000 flashing beacons at Mariposa Elementary School zone on Eldon Road

Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force held its first meeting, appointing Councillor Dunn as Chair and Carolyn Richards as Vice-Chair. Members discussed the impact of Bill 107 on ATV use, reviewed the terms of reference, and planned next steps including a GIS mapping viewer and public FAQ. The task force's purpose is to determine safe and legal connectivity to existing trails, not to create new trails.

• Councillor Dunn appointed Chair; Carolyn Richards appointed Vice-Chair
• Bill 107 discussed: reverses prior road prohibitions for ATVs; current bylaw permits use north of Highway 8 and designated roads south of 8
• Request for overview of Kawartha Trans Canada Trail at next meeting
• Request for info on iron bridge on Division St. for ATV suitability
• Joint jurisdiction roads will require collaboration with other municipalities

The Off Road Vehicle Use of City Roads Task Force held its first meeting and appointed Councillor Dunn as Chair and Carolyn Richards as Vice-Chair. Members discussed the impact of Bill 107 on ATV use, reviewed the terms of reference, and planned next steps including a GIS mapping viewer and public FAQ. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and organizational.

• Appointed Councillor Dunn as Chair (carried)
• Appointed Carolyn Richards as Vice-Chair (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Scheduled next meeting for February 19, 2021

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several reports, including listing properties on the heritage register, updating its terms of reference, and reviewing an alteration application for 28 Boyd Street in Bobcaygeon. The committee will also consider planning application comments and a consent application for 170 William Street North. This is a regular business meeting with no public access to Council Chambers.

• Report KLMHC2021-04: Listing properties on the Heritage Register (Q1 2021 proposed properties)
• Report KLMHC2021-05: Municipal Heritage Committee Terms of Reference
• Report KLMHC2021-06: Alteration application for 28 Boyd Street, Bobcaygeon
• Report KLMHC2021-07: Planning application comments for 46-66 William Street N and 19-67 West Street N
• Report KLMHC2021-08: Consent application for 170 William Street North

Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting dedicated to 2021 budget presentations from agencies, boards, and city departments. Council will hear proposed budgets from the health unit, conservation authorities, police, library, housing corporation, and all city departments, and will receive related correspondence. The meeting is held electronically with no public access to Council Chambers.

• Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit 2021 proposed budget presentation and correspondence on 2020 levy arrears and increased municipal assessments
• Kawartha Lakes Police Services Board 2021 proposed budget presentation by Chief Mark Mitchell
• Ontario Provincial Police 2021 annual billing statement correspondence
• Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation 2021 proposed budget presentation
• Departmental budget presentations for Mayor and Council, Community Services, Corporate Services, Development Services, Engineering, Fire, Paramedic, Human Services, and Public Works

Council received presentations on the 2021 proposed budgets from various agencies, boards, and city departments, and forwarded several funding requests as decision units for consideration at the February 16, 2021 Special Council Meeting. No final budget approvals were made at this meeting.

• Received 2021 budget presentation from Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit
• Referred health unit correspondence on 2020 levy arrears to staff for report back on Feb 23, 2021
• Received 2021 budget presentation from Kawartha Lakes Police Services Board
• Included $231,530 for police building work at 6 Victoria Ave N as decision unit for Feb 16 meeting
• Included $10,000 for Lindsay BIA beautification as decision unit for Feb 16 meeting
• Included Lake Dalrymple Lake Management Plan as decision unit for Feb 16 meeting
• Included $126,000 for Coboconk Wellness Center as decision unit for Feb 16 meeting
• Directed staff to provide options for pandemic relief tax levy reduction at Feb 16 meeting

Waste Management Advisory Committee

The Waste Management Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss its 2020 work summary and 2021 work plan, as well as the progress of the Waste Strategy Initiative. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Election of officers
• Approval of Nov 16, 2020 minutes
• 2020 Work Summary and 2021 Work Plan
• Waste Strategy Initiative Progress

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes decisions on several financial items, including a $1.45 million debenture for KLH Housing to buy a property in Fenelon Falls, a $500,000 Community Pandemic Recovery Fund, and a $40,000 film production study. Council will also consider road closures and sales, a fire master plan review, and various service level reviews. The agenda is largely procedural, with many items being adopted from committee recommendations.

• Debenture financing of $1,450,000 for KLH Housing Corporation to purchase 11 West Street South, Fenelon Falls
• Allocation of up to $500,000 to Community Pandemic Recovery Fund for 2021
• Allocation of up to $40,000 from Economic Development Reserve for film production study
• Surplus declaration and sale of road allowances adjacent to 2 Omega Road and 2 Jasper Drive, Kirkfield for $5,000 each
• Authorization of $349,934 for temporary support for Fenelon Falls Bridge

Council approved the use of internet/telephone voting for the 2022 municipal election and directed staff to bring forward a by-law authorizing it. Council also approved several funding allocations, including up to $100,000 for an Arts, Culture and Heritage Recovery Fund, $500,000 for a Community Pandemic Recovery Fund, and $1,450,000 in debenture financing for KLH Housing to purchase a property in Fenelon Falls. A motion to forward correspondence about the COVID-19 pandemic to the MP and MPP failed, and a motion to have the CAO review service levels with a broader Service Betterment Program also failed, though a simpler review motion was later carried.

• Approved internet/telephone voting method for 2022 municipal election
• Approved up to $100,000 for Arts, Culture and Heritage Recovery Fund
• Approved $500,000 for Community Pandemic Recovery Fund for 2021
• Approved $1,450,000 debenture financing for KLH Housing to purchase 11 West Street South, Fenelon Falls
• Approved $349,934 for temporary support for Fenelon Falls Bridge
• Approved $40,000 for Film Production and Processes study
• Motion to forward COVID-19 correspondence to MP/MPP failed
• Motion for CAO service review with Service Betterment Program failed; simpler review motion carried

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to appoint a chair and vice-chair, adopt its agenda and previous minutes, and receive updates from staff and working groups. The main business is receiving the Accessibility Coordinator's reports on the 2020 work plan accomplishments and the proposed 2021 work plan, both for information only. No public hearings or decisions on specific projects are listed.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of minutes from November 25, 2020 meeting
• Report on 2020 Work Plan accomplishments from Accessibility Coordinator Barb Condie
• 2021 Work Plan presented by Accessibility Coordinator Barb Condie
• Reports from Public Awareness and Public Spaces working groups received for information

The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee elected Crystal Morrissey as Chair and Sharon Coupland as Vice-Chair. The committee received the 2020 Work Plan Activities Report and proposed 2021 Work Plan, which will be submitted to Council. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Elected Crystal Morrissey as Chair
• Elected Sharon Coupland as Vice-Chair
• Adopted agenda as circulated
• Adopted minutes from November 25, 2020 meeting
• Received 2020 Work Plan Activities Report and proposed 2021 Work Plan, to be submitted to Council

Special Council Meeting

This is a special electronic meeting of Kawartha Lakes City Council focused on the 2021 City Budgets. The agenda includes a presentation by the Director of Corporate Services, Jennifer Stover, providing an overview of the budgets, followed by deputations and correspondence from the public regarding the budgets. The meeting also includes the adoption of a by-law to confirm the proceedings of a future special council meeting scheduled for February 2, 2021.

• Presentation - Overview of the 2021 City Budgets by Jennifer Stover, Director of Corporate Services
• Deputations relating to the 2021 City Budgets
• Correspondence from Patricia Slute regarding 2021 tax payments
• Correspondence from Grant Heer regarding the 2021 budget
• By-law to confirm proceedings of Special Council Meeting on February 2, 2021

Council received a presentation from Director Jennifer Stover on the 2021 Capital, Operating, Special Projects, and Water/Wastewater budgets, and received correspondence from Patricia Slute and Grant Heer regarding the budget. No budget decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, concluding with a confirming by-law and adjournment.

• Received 2021 budget overview presentation (carried)
• Received correspondence from Patricia Slute and Grant Heer regarding 2021 budget (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the special council meeting (carried)
• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Kawartha Lakes Committee of Adjustment meeting on January 21, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no substantive content for residents.

Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee is meeting electronically to review its activity summary, landfill complaints, leachate outbreaks, a 2020 work summary and 2021 work plan, and progress on the Waste Strategy Initiative. The agenda is largely procedural, with reports and updates rather than decisions on specific items.

• Review of PRC Activity Summary Spreadsheet (Summary of Actions-January 2021.pdf)
• Discussion of landfill complaints and leachate outbreaks
• 2020 Work Summary and 2021 Work Plan
• Waste Strategy Initiative progress update
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2020 meeting

The Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee received and supported the 2020 Work Summary and 2021 Work Plan, which will go to council for approval in March 2021. They also received a progress update on the Integrated Waste Management Strategy initiatives. No complaints or leachate outbreaks were reported. The committee discussed a potential waste incinerator proposal involving surrounding municipalities, but no official commitment was made.

• Received and supported 2020 Work Summary (carried)
• Received and supported 2021 Work Plan (carried)
• Received Waste Strategy Initiative Progress Update (carried)

Victoria Manor Committee of Management

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management is meeting electronically to review operations reports for November and December 2020, correspondence from the Ministry of Long-Term Care about COVID-19 second wave funding, and a survey/application regarding short-stay respite care beds. The committee will also consider memoranda about correspondence and family communication newsletters, and will hold a closed session for confidential matters. This is a regular oversight meeting for the long-term care home.

• Ministry of Long-Term Care letter dated January 6, 2021 on Second Wave Response to COVID-19
• Victoria Manor Operations Report for November and December 2020
• Short-Stay Respite Care Bed Survey and Application (VMC2021-001)
• Memorandum 001 re: Correspondence - Rod Sutherland (redacted attachment)
• Memorandum 002 re: Family Communication Newsletter by Pam Kulas

The Victoria Manor Committee of Management approved the Short-Stay Respite Care Bed Survey and Application for submission to the Local Health Integration Network. They also received several reports and correspondence, including updates on COVID-19 and operations. No other substantive decisions were made; the redevelopment update was accepted for information.

• Authorized chair to sign Short-Stay Respite Care Bed Survey and Application (carried)
• Received Ministry of Long-Term Care COVID-19 correspondence (carried)
• Received Victoria Manor Operations Report for Nov-Dec 2020 (carried)
• Received Memorandum 001 re: correspondence from Janet Vanderveen (carried)
• Received Memorandum 002 re: Family Communication Newsletter (carried)
• Accepted re-development update from Director Sutherland (carried)

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting electronically to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt minutes, and review several reports. Key items include a heritage impact assessment for 46-66 William Street North, a 2020 review and 2021 work plan, and a site plan application review for 19, 39, and 67 West Street North. The committee will also receive updates from its subcommittees, including the Old Mill HCD study subcommittee.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• KLMHC2021-01: 46-66 William Street North Heritage Impact Assessment
• KLMHC2021-02: 2020 Review and 2021 Work Plan
• KLMHC2021-03: 19, 39, and 67 West Street North Site Plan Application Review
• Old Mill HCD Subcommittee minutes from January 4, 2021

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal Heritage Committee elected A. Hart as Chair and J. Garbutt as Vice-Chair. It received reports on a heritage impact assessment for 46-66 William Street North and a site plan review for 19, 39, and 67 West Street North, forwarding comments to planning staff. The committee approved its 2021 work plan for council approval and approved a design for downtown Lindsay street signs. It also authorized thank-you letters to outgoing members.

• Elected A. Hart as Chair (carried)
• Elected J. Garbutt as Vice-Chair (carried)
• Received 46-66 William Street North Heritage Impact Assessment; comments to planning staff (carried)
• Received 2020 Review and 2021 Work Plan; forwarded to Council for approval (carried)
• Received 19, 39, 67 West Street North Site Plan Application Review; comments to planning staff (carried)
• Approved sending thank-you letters to D. Carroll, J. Skelton, and W. Bateman (carried)
• Approved proposed design for downtown Lindsay street signs (carried)

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee held a public meeting for a proposal to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law at 689 Cottingham Road to allow recreational trailer sales and storage. After hearing from the applicant, local residents, and a councillor, the committee voted to refer the application back to staff for further review and to address public concerns. No final decision was made on the application.

• Appointed Councillor Veale as Chair and Deputy Mayor O'Reilly as Vice-Chair
• Adopted the agenda as circulated
• Referred PLAN2021-002 (689 Cottingham Road trailer sales) back to staff for further review and processing
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:02 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing staff reports and recommendations to forward to Council, including approving internet/telephone voting for the 2022 municipal election, declaring surplus and selling road allowances near Kirkfield for $5,000 each, and authorizing $349,934 from capital contingency for temporary support of the Fenelon Falls Bridge. It will also hear deputations on a dock license, a water bill, council decision-making, and fall leaf pickup, plus discuss tree preservation, heritage processes, and the Master Fire Plan.

• Approve internet/telephone voting method for 2022 municipal election
• Declare surplus and sell road allowance portions near 2 Omega Road and 2 Jasper Drive, Kirkfield, for $5,000 each
• Authorize $349,934 from capital contingency reserve for temporary support of Fenelon Falls Bridge
• Direct staff to develop plan and costing for Omemee Beach Park splash pad, report back Q2 2021
• Waive $125 annual encroachment fee for Woodville Lions Club speed radar sign

The Committee of the Whole approved internet/telephone voting for the 2022 municipal election and directed staff to bring forward a by-law. It also approved surplus declarations and sales of road allowances in Kirkfield and a property on Fleetwood Road, and authorized $349,934 for temporary support of the Fenelon Falls Bridge. Several items were referred to staff for review, including a dock license, a water bill reduction, and fall leaf pickup for condominiums. The Master Fire Plan was referred back to staff for further review after an initial motion failed.

• Approved internet/telephone voting method for 2022 municipal election (carried)
• Declared surplus and supported sale of road allowance adjacent to 2 Omega Road, Kirkfield for $5,000 (carried)
• Declared surplus and supported sale of road allowance adjacent to 2 Jasper Drive, Kirkfield for $5,000 (carried)
• Declared surplus and supported direct sale of city-owned property between 1462 and 1474 Fleetwood Road (carried)
• Authorized $349,934 from capital contingency reserve for temporary support of Fenelon Falls Bridge (carried)
• Directed staff to waive $125 annual encroachment fee for Woodville Lions Club speed radar sign (carried)
• Referred Master Fire Plan back to staff for review after initial motion failed (carried)
• Referred dock license application for 114 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon to staff for review (carried)

Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force is meeting electronically to adopt previous minutes, receive updates on the fund framework and capacity building workshops, and discuss new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Adoption of minutes from November 30, 2020 meeting
• Fund Framework Update
• Capacity Building Workshops Update
• New Business discussion
• Round Table Discussion

The Community Pandemic Recovery Task Force received updates on the Fund Framework, which is finalized and will be presented to Council on January 28 for approval. Council allocated $80K to waive the 50% community program match, and $1.9M to a Colborne Street capital project. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Adopted the January 11, 2021 agenda (carried)
• Received minutes of November 30, 2020 (carried)
• Adjourned at 10:51 a.m. (carried)