North Middlesex public meetings in 2023
19 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
North Middlesex Policy Committee
The provided document contains no specific meeting topics, proposals, or decisions. It consists of empty administrative fields and software interface text.
Council Meeting
North Middlesex Council is reviewing several departmental reports and budget requests. Key items include increasing capital funds for a new snowplow and replacing the Parkhill Arena scoreclock. The meeting also includes the establishment of 2024 user fees and charges.
- $90,000 increase to the 2023 capital budget for a new tandem snowplow
- Increase of scoreclock budget from $40,000 to $120,000 for Parkhill Arena
- Establishment of 2024 user fees and charges across various departments
- Procurement of a vendor for Fire Protection Services
- Third reading of By-law 088 of 2023 regarding Hutchinson-Eagleson Drain A
Recreation Advisory Committee
The North Middlesex Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing the agenda and draft minutes from August 15, 2023. The committee will also review a canteen report covering the period from September to mid-December.
- Review of Canteen Report (September to mid-December)
- Review of August 15, 2023, draft minutes
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC)
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review the current agenda and previous draft minutes. The provided document contains procedural items for the meeting.
- Review of December 14 agenda
- Approval of October 19 draft minutes
Council Meeting
North Middlesex Council will review four land-use applications, including three property consents and one fencing variance, which determine how specific lots can be divided or modified. The meeting also considers recommended contracts for wastewater infrastructure repairs, a new roadside mower, and winter maintenance equipment that fund local service delivery. Additional agenda items cover drainage assessments for Hutchinson-Eagleson Drain "A" and two by-laws to appoint board members.
- Public hearing on Application MV-5-2023 for a minor variance regarding fencing along R1 and RS zones
- Public hearings on property consents B2-2023 (35325 Maguire Rd), B14-2023 (132 Old Mill Rd), and B15-2023 (34264 Brinsley Rd)
- Recommended contract award to Keller Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc for the Ailsa Craig Wastewater Pump House roof replacement at $151,843.00 (excluding HST)
- Recommended contract with R.V. Anderson Associates Limited for Parkhill Sewage Lagoon dredging design and tendering at $41,528.75 (excluding HST)
- Approval of $33,717.90 for a Votex Jumbo Frontline 190 side flail mower attachment and pre-approval of $18,000 for a light duty snowplow and salt spreader
LSAC Meeting
This meeting consists of procedural items for the Local Schools Advisory Committee. The committee will review the November 16, 2023, agenda and draft minutes from the September 14, 2023, meeting.
- Review of LSAC Agenda for Nov 16 2023
- Review of Draft LSAC Committee Minutes from September 14 2023
Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council will review the final version of the Recreation and Facilities Master Plan. The agenda also includes accepting a snow removal tender from All Season’s Landscaping and adopting a Post Retirement Benefits Policy. Additionally, staff will present a memo regarding water and wastewater rate studies.
- Adoption of the final Recreation and Facilities Master Plan framework
- Acceptance of All Season’s Landscaping for snow removal and salting
- Adoption of the Post Retirement Benefits Policy
- Application to the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant
- Reading of By-laws 097 and 098 regarding an EMS Lease Agreement
North Middlesex Fire Committee
The provided agenda for the North Middlesex Fire Committee contains only procedural information. No specific discussion or decision items were included in the text.
Council Meeting
The Council will review a proposed update to Development Charges and several zoning applications. Additionally, they will consider liquid calcium chloride pricing for 2024 dust suppression and various administrative reports.
- Development Charges proposal review by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd
- Zoning application ZBA-10-2023 for a 'granny flat' at 357 Station St.
- Removal of holding provisions for 306 Parkhill Main St. and Ausable Bluffs Phase 1
- Hutchinson-Eagleson Drain 'A' final report review
- Dust suppression contract with Pollard Distribution Inc. at $318.25 per Flake Tonne
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC)
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on October 19, 2023. The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or proposals.
North Middlesex Policy Committee
The provided text for the North Middlesex Policy Committee meeting on October 18, 2023, contains only procedural information and does not list any specific topics for discussion or decision.
Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council will review a petition for drainage works at Van Aerts Drain No.1 and the proposed appointment of R Dobbin Engineering Inc. as project engineer. The agenda also includes a final reading of a zoning by-law for Mount Carmel Rd and transit updates.
- Petition for drainage works at Van Aerts Drain No.1
- Appointment of R Dobbin Engineering Inc. as project engineer
- Third and final reading of By-law 055 of 2023 (Mount Carmel Rd)
- Delegation regarding Mount Carmel Christmas Lights
- Report on Annie Ada Shipley St. all-way stop control
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several zoning amendments for residential and agricultural uses. Additionally, staff will be directed to investigate a potential daycare facility in Parkhill using reserve funds. The meeting also includes a proposal to hire consultants for a non-union compensation review.
- Investigation of a new daycare facility in Parkhill
- Zoning amendment for 155 Broadway St. to permit a single detached dwelling
- Retention of ML Consulting for a non-union compensation review
- Application for energy improvements at the Ailsa Craig Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Appointment of R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for drainage works
Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council is reviewing several municipal policies and development agreements. Key items include a new building by-law effective in 2024 and the Ausable Bluffs subdivision project. The council will also consider awarding a contract for a fire master plan.
- Awarding Fire Master Plan contract to Emergency Management Group for $48,745 + HST
- Approval of new Building By-law effective January 1, 2024
- Ausable Bluffs Subdivision and Pre-Servicing Agreement with Gilrad Developments Inc.
- Appointment of R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for Hooydonck-Hord Drainage Works
- Adoption of new electronic signage and community donation policies
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment at 620 Parkhill Drive involving a temporary use agreement. Council will also review proposals for new radar speed signs and bulk water meter monitoring equipment. Additionally, the Ontario Provincial Police will present their billing model.
- Zoning Amendment ZBA-7-2023 for 620 Parkhill Drive
- Purchase of water meter remote telemetry units for $30,470.00
- Installation of radar speed signs and software subscription for $6,300.00
- Suspension of COVID-19 vaccination policies
- Creation of a 2-year temporary Facility Event Planner position
Council approved a zoning by-law amendment for 620 Parkhill Dr. and authorized several infrastructure purchases, including water meter telemetry and radar speed signs. The municipality also suspended its COVID-19 vaccination policies and created a temporary event planning position.
- Approved Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA 7-2023 for 620 Parkhill Dr. in principle
- Granted Friends of the Parkhill Carnegie Library free use of the Shared Services Centre Programming Room
- Suspended COVID-19 Vaccination Administrative and Council/Committee policies
- Approved $30,470 purchase and installation of five water meter remote telemetry units
- Approved installation of radar speed signs at six locations and $6,300 software subscription
- Approved a 2-year temporary 'Facility Event Planner' position
- Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Council Meeting
The Council will review several departmental reports, including a proposed tractor purchase and drain improvement projects. The agenda also includes a minor variance application for 4079 Ausable Drive and a community beautification grant.
- Minor variance for garage construction at 4079 Ausable Dr.
- Appointment of R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for Mawson-Erskine Drain and Walden-Hord Drain Extension
- $2,500 beautification grant for Dollar Haven/2575205 Ontario Inc.
- Purchase of a 2022 John Deere 6130M Agricultural Tractor for $259,799.04
Council approved the purchase of a new agricultural tractor and granted a minor variance for a garage setback at 4079 Ausable Dr. The board also appointed engineers for two drain projects and authorized a grant application for the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Approved purchase of 2022 John Deere 6130M Agricultural Tractor for $259,799.04 excluding HST
- Granted minor variance MV-3-2023 for garage setback at 4079 Ausable Dr. (1.5m instead of 3m)
- Appointed R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for Mawson-Erskine Drain project
- Appointed R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for Walden-Hord Drain Extension project
- Awarded $2,500 to Dollar Haven/2575205 Ontario Inc. for beautification project
- Approved Cost Apportioning Agreement with Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority
- Directed staff to apply for the Housing Accelerator Fund
- Gave blessing to volunteer group North Middlesex Trails for proposed trail project
Council Meeting
Council approved a $99,785 contract to repair Bridge No. 34 and awarded several drainage construction and maintenance contracts. The board also granted two consent applications and endorsed a subdivision plan for Westwood Meadows.
- Approved $99,785 contract to W.G. Kelly Construction for Bridge No. 34 repair
- Granted Consent Application B-11-2023 (35290 Creamery Rd)
- Granted Consent Application B-12-2023 (178 Catherine St)
- Endorsed Westwood Meadows subdivision plan (39T-NM-2201) and granted Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA 1-2023
- Awarded Jennison Drain Branch A and B contract to JLH Excavating Inc. for $32,678
- Awarded Stebbins Drain Branch C and Pascoe Branch contract to VanBree Drainage & Bulldozing for $267,610.20
- Awarded Hutchinson Drain Extension and Bullock Drain maintenance to C. Robert Robinson Contracting Ltd. for $40,346
- Approved purchase of Drug, Dental, and Extended Health Benefits and 24-Hour Accident Insurance for Council
Council Meeting
Council approved a significant budget increase for the Parkhill Water System Improvement Project due to unforeseen costs. Other key actions included renewing a YMCA agreement and approving Public Works equipment purchases.
- Increased Parkhill Water System Improvements contract with Bre-Ex Construction Inc. by $1,575,000 for a total of $9,603,987.68 (excluding HST)
- Renewed YMCA Agreement for one year with a 1% management fee increase to $53,966.24
- Approved budget increase for a new tag float trailer and the purchase of a new or used pickup truck for Public Works
- Defeated proposal to implement Fire Marque services to recover Fire Department costs
- Supported the 'Right to Repair' motions from the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Passed By-laws 062-068 of 2023 (excluding 066), including the appointment of CAO and road allowance closure at 882 Parkhill Dr.
- Received report to begin the process of replacing a fire engine for information
Council Meeting
Council confirmed assessment schedules for the Jennison and Stebbins drains. Three consent applications for land use were granted, and one zoning by-law amendment was approved in principle.
- Confirmed assessment schedules for Jennison Drain Branch A & B (Carried)
- Confirmed assessment schedules for Stebbins Drain Branch C and Pascoe Branch (Carried)
- Granted Consent Application B8-2023 for 29462 Coldstream Rd (Carried)
- Granted Consent Application B9-2023 for 21 West St (Carried)
- Granted Consent Application B10-2023 for 177 Broadway St (Carried)
- Approved Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA 6-2023 for 31302 Fort Rose in principle (Carried)
- Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)