Kawartha Lakes public meetings in 2023
28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole approved the 2024 Response Time Performance Plan and authorized staff to submit it to the Ministry of Health. It also received several paramedic service presentations and reports and directed them to the next regular council meeting. Multiple deputations were received and similarly forwarded for council consideration.
- Approved 2024 Response Time Performance Plan (CW2023-210) and authorized submission to Ministry
- Received Paramedic Service Master Plan Refresh presentation (CW2023-205) and forwarded to council
- Received Paramedic Service Master Plan Refresh report (EMS2023-006) and forwarded to council
- Received Paramedic Service Operational KPI presentation (CW2023-207) and forwarded to council
- Received Paramedic Service Operational KPI report (EMS2023-005) and forwarded to council
- Received Paramedic Service Response Time Performance Plan presentation (CW2023-208) and forwarded to council
- Received deputation on Monty's Inn Street encroachments (CW2023-211) and forwarded to council
- Received deputation on Lightning Point Road resurfacing (CW2023-212) and forwarded to council
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee endorsed the heritage designation of 1473 Highway 7A and the listing of 75 Ridge Drive for Council approval. The Committee also approved alteration applications for a train station in Bexley and signage for the Academy Theatre in Lindsay.
- Endorsed heritage designation of 1473 Highway 7A for Council approval
- Endorsed listing of 75 Ridge Drive on the City’s Heritage Register for Council approval
- Approved alteration application for train station stabilization and relocation at 6697 Highway 35
- Approved signage at 2 Lindsay Street South (Academy Theatre) with conditions for external illumination and marquee clarification
- Forwarded comments to Planning staff regarding the Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for 144 Ranchers Road
- Received Building and Property Update (Report KLMHC2023-063) for information
- Received Heritage Planning Update (Report KLMHC2023-057) for information
- Received Osprey Heritage Awards update (Report KLMHC2023-058) for information
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee approved a resolution to seek Bird Friendly City certification from Nature Canada. The committee also supported submitting member Barry Snider's comments regarding the Rural Zoning By-law and the Tree Preservation By-law.
- Approved resolution to authorize Bird Friendly Kawartha Lakes team to apply for Nature Canada certification (Carried)
- Approved submission of member Barry Snider's comments on the Rural Zoning By-law to City consultants (Carried)
- Approved submission of member Barry Snider's comments to City Solicitor Robyn Carlson for the Tree Preservation By-law (Carried)
- Adopted agenda as clarified (Carried)
- Adopted June 29, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Waste Management Advisory Committee
The committee received updates on the Single-Use Plastic (SSO) program, spring waste collections, and bulky plastics diversion. Members discussed corporate waste and scheduled a status report for November 2023. No new policies were voted on during the meeting.
- Adopted the agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from May 3, 2023 (Carried)
- Requested a status report on Corporate Waste for November 2023
- Added End Producer Status Report to the October 4 agenda
Special Council Meeting
Council received a presentation and held a working session regarding the 2024-2027 Strategic Planning Process. The session included an environmental scan and a review of the current plan.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Received the strategic planning presentation and session (Carried)
- Passed by-law to confirm the proceedings of the August 31, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council adopted the minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting. The body received several deputations regarding gas plant phase-outs, heritage designations, and rural zoning, and referred a road resurfacing request to the 2024 budget process.
- Adopted July 25, 2023 Regular Council Meeting minutes
- Directed staff to follow up with Craig James regarding water meter replacement
- Referred road resurfacing request for Southview Estates to the 2024 capital budget process
- Received deputation from Ginny Colling and Barry Snider regarding gas plant phase-out
- Received deputation from Jeff and Estrella Margolian opposing heritage designation of 1011 and 1017 Portage Road
- Received deputation from Angel Godsoe and Kerstin Kelly opposing proposed Rural Zoning By-Law
Special Council Meeting
Council approved the repeal of the Official Plans for the Town of Lindsay and the Village of Fenelon Falls. This action addresses administrative matters following Ontario Land Tribunal orders and allows for the implementation of approved Secondary Plans.
- Approved Report PLAN2023-040 to repeal Official Plans for Lindsay and Fenelon Falls (Carried)
- Passed By-Law 2023-135 to repeal the Official Plan of the Town of Lindsay (Carried)
- Passed By-Law 2023-136 to repeal the Official Plan of the Village of Fenelon Falls (Carried)
- Authorized Mayor and Clerk to forward repeals to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for approval (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved five minor variance applications for residential projects, including home additions, a detached garage, and a pool. All approved applications include a condition that construction must be completed within 24 months of the Notice of Decision.
- Granted minor variance for home demolition and addition at 56 Cowans Crescent (Carried)
- Granted minor variance for raising a dwelling at 165 Fell's Point Road (Carried)
- Granted minor variance for a detached garage at 604 Long Beach Road (Carried)
- Granted minor variance for a pool and deck at 203 Minns Avenue (Carried)
- Granted minor variance for dwelling reconstruction at 26 Bandorie Lane (Carried)
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee referred a draft plan and zoning amendment for a 63-unit residential subdivision on Alcorn Drive to Council. Additionally, the committee referred the Rural Zoning By-law review back to staff for further analysis of public and agency comments.
- Referred 63-unit residential subdivision on Alcorn Drive to Council for approval (Carried)
- Referred Alcorn Drive zoning by-law amendment to Council for approval (Carried)
- Referred Rural Zoning By-law review back to staff for further recommendation report (Carried)
- Appointed P. O'Reilly as Acting Chair by acclamation
Municipal Heritage Committee
The Municipal Heritage Committee endorsed the heritage designation of multiple properties in Fenelon Falls and recommended the designation of 1011 Portage Road despite an owner objection. The committee also formed a subcommittee to explore a heritage conservation district for Bobcaygeon Market Square.
- Endorsed heritage designation for 13, 15, 17, and 19 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls
- Endorsed heritage designation for 21, 23, and 25 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls
- Endorsed heritage designation for 38-40 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls
- Endorsed heritage designation for 39 and 43 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls
- Endorsed heritage designation for 4 May Street, Fenelon Falls
- Recommended designating 1011 Portage Road and rejected the owner's objection
- Approved formation of a subcommittee for Bobcaygeon Market Square heritage conservation district
- Tabled discussion on listing 102 William Street South for future review
Drainage Board
The Court of Revision confirmed the assessments in the Curtin Municipal Drain Report and the provisional By-law 2023-115. No appeals were received prior to or after the July 23, 2023 deadline. The board directed Council to proceed with the third reading of By-law 2023-115 at the next possible meeting.
- Confirmed assessments in the Curtin Municipal Drain Report and provisional By-law 2023-115 (Carried)
- Directed Council to proceed with the third reading of By-law 2023-115 (Carried)
- Adopted the agenda as circulated (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved six minor variance applications for residential construction and modifications. These approvals include permissions for carports, garages, decks, and dwelling additions that deviate from standard setback and height bylaws.
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-052 for a detached carport at 142 Lakeland Road
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-053 for a dwelling addition at 146 Stinson's Bay Road
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-054 for a waterfront deck at 108 Birch Glen Drive
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-055 for a detached garage at 82 Matheson Road
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-056 for a deck and portico at 71 Kenhill Beach Road
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-057 for vacation dwelling reconstruction at 2 Ripple Street
Regular Council Meeting
Council adopted a new Capital and Special Projects Policy and rescinded the previous Capital Closed Policy. The board also authorized a potential application to the federal Housing Accelerator Fund and approved a one-time fee waiver for residential tax bill reprints.
- Adopted Capital and Special Projects Policy and rescinded Policy CP2021-015
- Authorized staff to apply for the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund if appropriate
- Approved one-time waiver of duplicate receipt fee for a residential property
- Referred correspondence regarding Veteran's Way roundabout in Fenelon Falls to staff for Q3 2023 report
- Approved the Draft Plan of Subdivision 16T-23501 for Bromont Homes mixed-use project
- Received and adopted the June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved amendments to the Victoria Rail Trail Corridor Noise By-Law for further consideration
Active Transportation Master Plan Task Force
The Task Force reviewed a proposed active transportation network and 54 recommendations for walking and cycling infrastructure. Members discussed specific safety improvements for Duke Street and Colborne Street, as well as the integration of active transportation standards into new developments. The plan is expected to be presented to City Council before the end of 2023.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Adopted minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting (Carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 2:37 p.m. (Carried)
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee reviewed a draft plan for a mixed-use subdivision at Lindsay Street South and Hwy 7. The proposal includes residential, commercial, and institutional spaces. The committee voted to refer the application to Council for final approval and adoption.
- Referred Bromont Homes Mixed-Use Plan of Subdivision (Report PLAN2023-037) to Council for approval
- Received deputation from Michael Bissett of Bousfields Inc. regarding Report PLAN2023-067
- Waived Procedural By-law to permit a late deputation request from Michael Bissett
Environmental Advisory Committee
The committee approved funding for an electric vehicle event and bird conservation workshops. It also passed a resolution supporting the phase-out of gas-fired electricity generation in Ontario.
- Approved up to $1,000 for the August 12, 2023 EV Fair (Carried)
- Approved up to $2,000 for six bird conservation workshops in Fall 2023 (Carried)
- Supported resolution calling on Province of Ontario to Phase Out Gas-Fired Electricity Generation (Carried)
- Adopted June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved five minor variance applications for residential additions, lot frontage adjustments, and an additional residential unit. All approved applications are subject to specific conditions and time limits for completion.
- Granted variance for two-storey addition and second storey at 43 Kent Street East (Carried)
- Granted variance for reduced lot frontage (159 metres) at 1639 Kirkfield Road (Carried)
- Granted variance for an Additional Residential Unit above a garage at 14 Greenwood Road (Carried)
- Granted variance to recognize a non-complying side yard setback at 121 Kenedon Drive (Carried)
- Granted variance for an attached garage addition at 34 Royal Estate Drive (Carried)
Lindsay-Ops Landfill Public Review Committee
The committee reviewed two complaints submitted to the Ministry regarding litter and the relocation of excavated material. The City reported that litter monitoring has increased and the Ministry confirmed no issues with the relocation of topsoil. The City agreed to look into applying more cover material to reduce blown litter.
- Adopted the agenda (Carried)
- Approved minutes from April 19, 2023, meeting (Carried)
- Agreed to investigate applying more cover material to address blown litter
- Adjourned meeting at 3:48 p.m. (Carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council committed to fulfilling the goals of the '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan and urged all levels of government and private partners to collaborate on filling the rural housing gap. The body also directed staff to review zoning strategies to limit the number of short-term rental properties in neighborhoods.
- Committed to fulfilling goals of the EOWC '7 in 7' Regional Housing Plan
- Directed staff to review zoning strategies to limit short-term rental properties in neighborhoods
- Adopted the Open Session Agenda with amendments (CR2023-296)
- Adopted minutes from May 23, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (CR2023-297)
- Adopted minutes from May 30, 2023 Special Council Meeting (CR2023-298)
- Received deputation from Ann Adare regarding Short Term Rentals (CR2023-299)
- Adopted Committee of the Whole recommendations from June 6, 2023, excluding items 9.3.8 and 9.3.24 (CR2023-300)
Agricultural Development Advisory Committee
The committee recommended that the Province maintain protections for Prime Agricultural Lands in the EBR posting. Members also requested a review of the Rural Zoning By-law Draft 2 and proposed changes to the Future Development Zone.
- Recommended submitting comment to EBR to maintain protections for Prime Agricultural Lands (Carried)
- Requested discussion with RZBL project team to review agricultural content of Draft 2 (Carried)
- Requested removal of the Future Development Zone from the RZBL (Carried)
- Recommended farm landowners be permitted to maintain municipal roadside areas adjacent to their property (Carried)
- Adopted agenda (Carried)
- Adopted April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee reviewed and referred two development applications to Council for final approval. These include a drive-through restaurant in Omemee and an 8-storey residential apartment building in Lindsay.
- Referred Zoning By-law amendment for drive-through restaurant at 112 King Street West, Omemee to Council (Carried)
- Referred Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for 110-unit apartment at 77-83 William Street North, Lindsay to Council (Carried)
- Required a Heritage Impact Assessment for the 77-83 William Street North development (Carried)
- Received deputation from Donna Campbell regarding Tribute South Site Location (Carried)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole recommended a draft Short Term Rental Accommodation Business Licensing By-Law and a corresponding budget of up to $400,000 for implementation. They also requested a review of zoning strategies to limit the number of short-term rentals in neighborhoods. All recommendations were forwarded to the next Regular Council Meeting for final consideration.
- Recommended draft Short Term Rental Licensing By-Law with age-based restrictions (Carried)
- Recommended 2023 operating budget up to $400,000 for STR program implementation (Carried)
- Recommended use of Contingency Reserve for 2023 STR deficits up to $300,000 (Carried)
- Recommended creation of a Short Term Rental Reserve for future funding (Carried)
- Approved request for staff to review zoning strategies to limit STRs in neighborhoods (Carried)
- Denied amendment to redefine hosted STR properties to include owners within viewing distance (Failed)
- Received interim project update for Victoria Manor Capital Plan (Carried)
- Received presentation on Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus strategic priorities (Carried)
Drainage Board
The Board confirmed assessments for the Desroches Municipal Drain after no appeals were received. Additionally, the Board recommended that Council adopt the engineer's report for the Curtin Municipal Drain and proceed with a corresponding by-law.
- Confirmed assessments in the Desroches Municipal Drain Report and provisional By-law 2023-067 (Carried)
- Recommended Council adopt the Curtin Municipal Drain Engineer’s Report and proceed with first and second reading of a by-law (Carried)
- Instructed staff to arrange a Court of Revision for the Curtin Municipal Drain Engineer’s Report (Carried)
- Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Adopted February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee approved a resolution recommending the expansion of tree preservation by-laws to private lands in settlement areas. The committee also approved funding for a pollinator garden project and received updates on the Healthy Environment Plan.
- Approved resolution to recommend expanding Tree Preservation By-law to private land in settlement areas (Carried)
- Approved using EAC funds to cover the remaining balance of the Pollinator Garden project (Carried)
- Adopted the meeting agenda as amended (Carried)
- Adopted the April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
Special Council Meeting
Council attended an orientation session covering the by-law governing council proceedings and various member policies. No substantive legislative decisions were made during this meeting.
- Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
- Approved by-law to confirm proceedings of the May 30, 2023 meeting (Carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved four minor variance applications for residential construction and property non-compliance. Decisions included allowing a detached garage in Manvers and a garage with an additional residential unit in Eldon.
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-024 for a detached garage at 75 McGill Drive (Carried)
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-033 for a detached garage with an Additional Residential Unit at 1305 Kirkfield Road (Carried)
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-034 for rear yard setback relief at 181 East Street South (Carried)
- Approved minor variance D20-2023-035 to recognize non-compliances for a dwelling and five accessory structures at 12 Harmonious Drive (Carried)
Short Term Rental Licensing Program Task Force
The Short Term Rental Licensing Program Task Force approved several amendments to a proposed licensing by-law, including new demerit point penalties. The amended by-law and three implementation options will be presented to Council on June 6, 2023.
- Approved forwarding the amended Short Term Rental Licensing By-law to Council for the June 6, 2023 meeting
- Approved removing Schedule A and B from the by-law to incorporate them into the licensing application
- Approved adding a 2-point demerit infraction for failing to post required documentation inside rental units
- Approved adding a 3-point demerit infraction for providing false information on a license application
- Approved adding a 7-point demerit infraction for knowing false declarations, resulting in automatic license suspension
- Approved requirement for staff to report back to Council by end of Q1 2024 on program implementation and adjustments
Regular Council Meeting
Council endorsed the heritage designation of two properties in the Geographic Township of Eldon. A one-time high water bill relief payment of $1,500 was approved for a property in Woodville. The city also suspended the Old Mill-Pumpkin Hollow Heritage Conservation District Study.
- Approved $1,500 one-time high water bill relief for 115 Nappadale St., Woodville
- Endorsed heritage designation of 1821 Victoria Road (Neal General Store)
- Endorsed heritage designation of 1011 Portage Road
- Suspended development of the Old Mill-Pumpkin Hollow Heritage Conservation District Study
- Endorsed staff comments on Draft Provincial Planning Statement and Bill 97 for submission to the Province
- Received deputation regarding repair of Potts Shore Road, Fenelon
- Adopted April 18, 2023 Regular Council Meeting minutes
- Adopted May 9, 2023 Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes