Orangeville public meetings in 2022

Special Council Meeting

This is a special Council meeting of the Town of Orangeville. The agenda includes a closed session for a tour of town facilities (for member education/training), followed by an open meeting with a question period and a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Closed meeting under s. 239(2) of the Municipal Act for a Town Facilities Tour (education/training)
• Open meeting at 5:00 p.m. with public question period
• By-law to confirm the proceedings of the December 14, 2022 Special Council Meeting

Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a tour of Town facilities for member education and training. No other substantive policy decisions were made during the session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Resolution 2022-389)
• Approved holding a closed meeting for a Town Facilities Tour (Resolution 2022-390)
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the December 14, 2022 Special Council Meeting (Resolution 2022-391)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2022, starting with a closed session for confidential matters, then open to the public at 7:00 p.m. Key decisions include approving a zoning by-law amendment for a mixed-use building at 3 Zina Street, a part lot control exemption for two semi-detached lots at 41 William Street, and appointments to boards and committees. The agenda also includes presentations on the Orangeville Hydro business plan and notices of motion to study election sign limits and update the noise by-law.

• Rezoning 3 Zina Street from Institutional to Restricted Commercial/Residential (C5) with special provision 24.334 for a mixed-use building
• Part lot control exemption at 41 William Street to create two semi-detached dwelling lots
• Orangeville Hydro 2023-2027 business plan presentation and board director changes (remove Sandy Brown, nominate Lisa Post, extend Andy Macintosh)
• Advisory committee and board appointments, including Police Services Board and Library Board
• Notices of motion to consider election sign limits and amend the noise by-law for motor vehicle noise

Council approved the 2023-2027 Orangeville Hydro Business Plan and updated the town's land acknowledgement. Several zoning amendments and board appointments were finalized, and staff were directed to review noise and election sign by-laws.

• Approved Orangeville Hydro Business Plan: 2023-2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendment for 3 Zina Street to permit a mixed-use building (Unanimous)
• Approved Part Lot Control Exemption for 41 William Street to create two semi-detached lots
• Appointed Lisa Post and extended Andy Macintosh's term on Orangeville Hydro Ltd. Board
• Adopted updated land acknowledgement recognizing Williams Treaty Nations and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to research limits on the number and placement of candidate election signs (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to review the Town's Noise By-law in 2023
• Proclaimed December 18 to 24, 2022 as Salvation Army Week

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package (non-agenda items) for the December 12, 2022 meeting. It contains only correspondence from other municipalities for council's information, with no decisions or discussions scheduled. The items are from the Town of Aurora, Town of Petrolia, and City of Toronto.

• Town of Aurora: Modifications to York Region Official Plan
• Town of Petrolia: Strengthening Powers of the Integrity Commissioner
• City of Toronto: Update on Bill 23 - More Homes Built Faster Act

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Orangeville Committee of Adjustment meeting on December 7, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing on a minor variance application for 19 Glengarry Road. The applicant seeks to reduce the interior side yard setback from 1.2 metres to 0 metres to legalize an existing non-complying deck. Staff recommend refusal. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Public hearing for File No. A-15/22 - minor variance at 19 Glengarry Road to reduce side yard setback to 0 metres
• Staff recommendation to refuse the minor variance
• Adoption of minutes from November 2, 2022 meeting
• Meeting held remotely due to COVID-19; public participation by phone

The Committee of Adjustment refused a request to reduce the interior side yard setback from 1.2 metres to 0 metres to legalize an existing deck. The decision followed a public hearing featuring testimony from the applicant's representative and opposing residents.

• Approved minutes of November 2, 2022 meeting
• Refused minor variance for 19 Glengarry Road to reduce side yard setback from 1.2m to 0m (3-1)
• Received correspondence from Orangeville Hydro dated November 18, 2022

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee is holding an electronic hearing to consider a Property Standards Order for 66 Dufferin Street. The meeting is open to the public by phone only due to COVID-19 precautions. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Property Standards Order hearing for 66 Dufferin Street
• Electronic hearing by phone due to COVID-19

Council - Budget Meeting

Orangeville Council is holding a budget meeting to receive and discuss the 2023 draft budget, presented by the Interim CAO and Treasurer. The agenda also includes a closed session for training and approval of previous closed minutes, followed by an open session with the budget presentation and a confirmation by-law.

• 2023 Draft Budget presentation by Interim CAO Raymond Osmond and Treasurer Nandini Syed
• Tabling of the 2023 Budget by Treasurer Nandini Syed
• Closed meeting for eSCRIBE training and approval of 2022-09-12 closed minutes
• Confirmation by-law for proceedings of the Dec. 5, 2022 meeting

Council received a presentation on the 2023 Draft Budget, including details on levy increases and key pressures. No votes were taken to approve or amend the budget during this meeting.

• Approved agenda for December 5, 2022 meeting
• Approved 2022-09-12 Closed Council minutes
• Passed by-law confirming proceedings of the December 5, 2022 meeting

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing non-agenda items for information only, with no decisions or discussions scheduled. The package includes correspondence from Community Heritage Ontario regarding Bill 23, an Enbridge Gas application notice, and various municipal notices.

• Community Heritage Ontario response to Bill 23 - More Homes Built Faster
• Enbridge Gas Inc., Ontario Energy Board Notice of Application
• Norfolk County, Draven Alert
• Region of Peel, Notice of Complete Application - Official Plan Amendment
• Township of Warwick, CN Railway Contribution Requirements

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to consider several staff reports and by-laws, including new multi-year agreements with Theatre Orangeville for visitor services and Opera House management, and a consent agreement for 5 Henry Street. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Dufferin County Cultural Resource Circle requesting use of the train station, and routine approvals of minutes and correspondence.

• Visitor Services Agreement with Theatre Orangeville, 2023-2027
• Opera House Management & Cultural Initiatives Agreement with Theatre Orangeville, 2023-2024
• Consent agreement for 5 Henry Street (File B-04/21) to implement OLT conditions
• Delegation: Dufferin County Cultural Resource Circle request for train station use and expansion
• Correspondence re: barriers at College Ave and Hansen Boulevard

Council passed a resolution requesting the Province repeal Bill 23 due to concerns over environmental protection and development charge recoveries. The Town also approved several agreements with Theatre Orangeville and a consent agreement for 5 Henry Street.

• Requested Province repeal Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act
• Approved visitor services agreement with Theatre Orangeville (6-1)
• Approved Opera House Management & Cultural Initiatives Agreement with Theatre Orangeville
• Approved consent agreement for 5 Henry Street (File No. B-04/21)
• Directed staff to review Dufferin County Cultural Resource Circle's business plan
• Approved minutes from 2022-09-26 Council Meeting

Council Meeting

This is largely a procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, then convene into a workshop for council orientation, featuring presentations from the Finance, Human Resources, Clerks, and Community Services divisions. The only substantive item is a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.

• Council orientation workshop with four staff presentations
• Presentation by Finance Division on municipal finance
• Presentation by Human Resources Division on health and safety
• Presentation by Clerks Division on freedom of information
• Confirmation by-law for November 25, 2022 Council Meeting

Council convened into a workshop for the purpose of Council orientation. Staff from the Finance, Human Resources, Clerks, and Community Services divisions provided presentations on municipal operations. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Resolution 2022-353)
• Convened into a Council orientation workshop (Resolution 2022-354)
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the November 25, 2022 meeting (Resolution 2022-355)

Council Meeting

This is largely a procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, hold a workshop for council orientation with presentations on the role of a municipal councillor, council procedures, and an infrastructure services overview, then pass a by-law to confirm the proceedings and adjourn.

• Presentation by John Mascarin, Partner, Aird & Berlis - The Role of the Municipal Councillor
• Presentation by Clerks and Information Technology Divisions - Council Procedures
• Presentation by Infrastructure Services Department - Infrastructure Services Overview
• By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held on November 24, 2022

Council convened into a workshop for orientation, featuring presentations on the role of municipal councillors, council procedures, and an overview of the Infrastructure Services Department. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved convening into a Council workshop for orientation (Carried)
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the November 24, 2022 meeting (Carried)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive information items, and consider two staff reports. The board will decide whether to forward the revised 2023-2032 capital budget to Town Council and whether to adopt a new program framework. The meeting will be held at the Alder St Recreation Centre due to Mill Library renovations.

• Report 22-10: Revised Draft Capital Budget 2023-2032 to be forwarded to Council
• Report 22-11: Program Framework adoption and implementation
• Letters to Townships of Amaranth, East Garafraxa, and Mono regarding 2023 non-resident fees
• Information items: CEO Report, Library Service Index, FOPL/OLA submission on Bill 23, CFLA call for residential school records

The Board approved the adoption and immediate implementation of the Program Framework. Additionally, the Board received the Draft Capital Budget 2023-2032 and forwarded the budget requests to Council for consideration.

• Approved minutes of the September 28, 2022 meeting
• Received information items (Recommendation 2022-029)
• Received Draft Capital Budget 2023-2032 and forwarded requests to Council
• Adopted the Program Framework and directed staff to begin immediate implementation

Council Meeting

This is largely a procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, hear announcements, and pass a confirmation by-law. The main substantive item is a Council workshop for orientation, with presentations from the Acting CAO, the Library CEO, and the Corporate Services Department.

• Council workshop for orientation with presentations by Acting CAO Raymond Osmond, Library CEO Darla Fraser, and Corporate Services
• Presentation on Library and Crossing Guards Overview
• Presentation on Corporate Services Overview
• Confirmation by-law to confirm proceedings of the November 23, 2022 Council meeting

Council convened into a workshop for orientation and strategic planning. Staff from the CAO, Corporate Services, and Library departments provided presentations on corporate structure, divisional roles, and the Crossing Guard program. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Carried)
• Approved convening into a Council workshop for orientation (Carried)
• Passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the November 23, 2022 meeting (Carried Unanimously)

Council Meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of the new Council, featuring the Mayor's address and remarks from members. The only formal item is a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for November 28, 2022.

• Mayor's inaugural address
• Remarks from members of Council
• By-law to confirm proceedings of the inaugural meeting
• Next regular Council meeting set for November 28, 2022

The meeting focused on the administration of the Declaration of Office for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Councillors. Council passed a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the inaugural meeting.

• Passed Resolution 2022-343 to confirm proceedings of the November 21, 2022, Inaugural Meeting
• Passed Resolution 2022-344 to adjourn the meeting at 7:51 p.m.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. One allows for an accessory dwelling unit and increased building height at 30 William Street, while the other permits height and setback changes for a project on Armstrong Street.

• Approved minor variance (File No. A13-22) for 30 William Street to permit an accessory dwelling unit and increase accessory building height from 4.3 to 5 metres (Carried)
• Approved minor variance (File No. A14-22) for Armstrong Street to increase building height from 12 to 13.5 metres, reduce street landscape strip from 3 to 1.5 metres, and reduce rear yard setback from 7.5 to 0.30 metres (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the 2022-10-05 meeting (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing and vote on a minor variance application for 3 Paisley Way. The applicant seeks to increase the rear yard encroachment from 0.6 to 1.7 metres to build stairs for an accessory apartment. The committee will also adopt minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting and discuss the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Minor variance A12/22 for 3 Paisley Way to increase rear yard encroachment from 0.6 m to 1.7 m for stairs to accessory apartment
• Public hearing for the variance application
• Adoption of minutes from 2022-08-03 meeting
• Discussion of 2023 Committee of Adjustment meeting calendar

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance to allow a 1.7-metre rear yard encroachment for stairs to an accessory apartment at 3 Paisley Way, exceeding the 0.6-metre limit. The decision was unanimous. The committee also received the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Approved minor variance A12/22 for 3 Paisley Way to increase rear yard encroachment from 0.6m to 1.7m for stairs (carried)
• Received 2023 Calendar of Meeting Dates (carried)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive information items, and consider three staff reports. The board will vote on adopting a new Town-wide Electronic Monitoring of Employees Policy, set statutory holidays and library closures for 2023, and forward draft 2023-2027 operating and capital budget requests to Council.

• Adoption of new Electronic Monitoring of Employees Policy (report 22-07)
• Statutory holidays and library closures for 2023 (report 22-08)
• Draft Operating and Capital Budgets 2023-2027 forwarded to Council (report 22-09)
• Receive September CEO Report and 2022 Library Services Index

The board approved a new Electronic Monitoring of Employees policy and adopted the 2023 statutory holiday and library closure schedule. It also forwarded the 2023-2027 draft operating and capital budgets to Town Council for consideration. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming elevator replacement project and a food bank vending machine pilot that was postponed.

• Approved new Electronic Monitoring of Employees policy (carried)
• Adopted 2023 statutory holidays and library closures (carried)
• Forwarded 2023-2027 draft operating and capital budgets to Town Council (carried)
• Approved minutes of August 31, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received CEO report and Library Service Index (carried)
• Supported request to use Town Atrium for two November events (carried)

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package (non-agenda items) for the September 26, 2022 meeting. It contains only one listed item: correspondence from the Township of McGarry regarding the removal of councillors. No decisions are being made; the council is simply receiving this information.

• Correspondence from Township of McGarry on removal of councillors

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically on September 26, 2022, to consider several staff reports and by-laws. Key items include extending a lease with Highlands Youth for Christ for five years, approving a regulatory by-law review work plan, receiving updates on the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan and the Hansen Boulevard creek crossing construction, and passing by-laws including one to establish a Joint Compliance Audit Committee. The meeting also includes presentations from the Orangeville Food Bank and the Public Library, and adoption of previous minutes.

• Lease extension with Highlands Youth for Christ for additional 5-year term (Report CMS-2022-023)
• Regulatory by-law review work plan for 2023, including parks, animals, hens pilot, lawn watering, traffic, topsoil removal (Report CPS-2022-064)
• By-law to establish a Joint Compliance Audit Committee
• By-law to authorize the Highlands Youth for Christ service agreement extension
• Hansen Boulevard Creek Crossing construction update (Report INS-2022-060)

Council approved a five-year lease extension with Highlands Youth for Christ and received a regulatory by-law review work plan. Several staff reports were received, including updates on the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan and Hansen Boulevard creek crossing construction. The meeting was largely procedural and end-of-term, with no major fiscal decisions or controversial votes.

• Approved lease extension with Highlands Youth for Christ for additional 5-year term (carried)
• Received regulatory by-law review work plan, directing staff to continue by-law reviews in 2023 (carried)
• Received Council Tasks report (carried)
• Received Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan Progress Report 2022 and directed next report in Q4 2024 (carried)
• Received Hansen Boulevard Creek Crossing Construction Update (carried)
• Approved by-laws: Joint Compliance Audit Committee, Highlands Youth for Christ service agreement extension, and confirmation of proceedings (carried)

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee is meeting electronically to review and comment on the Phase 1 summary and Phase 2 scope of the Official Plan Review. The committee will also adopt minutes from the August 18, 2022 meeting. This is the last scheduled meeting of 2022.

• Review of Official Plan Review Phase 1 Summary and Phase 2 Scope of Work report
• Adoption of minutes from August 18, 2022 meeting
• Meeting held electronically due to COVID-19
• Public can participate by phone with conference ID 722 518 089#

Heritage Orangeville

Heritage Orangeville met and approved minutes, two site plan applications, a heritage awareness plaque, and the 2023 Heritage Orangeville calendar. The committee also discussed a volunteer appreciation event and set the next meeting for January 19, 2023.

• Approved site plan SPA-2022-04 for lot east of 35 Armstrong, with comments on the train mural and building setback
• Accepted site plan SPA-2022-07 for 60 and 62 Broadway, noting no heritage designation case for the red-bricked building
• Approved heritage awareness plaque for 39 Town Line, pending confirmation of Joseph Ogston's spouse's name
• Approved 2023 Heritage Orangeville calendar with up to $3,500.00 allocated for printing
• Received correspondence and discussed Volunteer Appreciation Event on October 3, 2022

Heritage Orangeville approved two site plans (SPA-2022-04 and SPA-2022-07), a heritage awareness plaque for 39 Town Line, and the 2023 Heritage Orangeville calendar with up to $3,500 for printing. The committee also adopted previous meeting minutes and received correspondence. No substantive decisions were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting as amended (carried)
• Approved comments on site plan SPA-2022-04 (Lot East of 35 Armstrong) including support for mural and setback (carried)
• Approved site plan SPA-2022-07 (60 and 62 Broadway) with comment that no heritage designation is warranted (carried)
• Approved heritage awareness plaque for 39 Town Line pending spouse name confirmation (carried)
• Approved 2023 Heritage Orangeville calendar with template, content deadline, and up to $3,500 printing budget (carried)
• Received correspondence (carried)

Sustainable Orangeville

This meeting agenda for Sustainable Orangeville on 2022-09-13 contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software interface, with no actual agenda items, reports, or decisions listed. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package with no decision items. Council is receiving three pieces of correspondence: a letter from the City of Owen Sound about removing municipal councillors under prescribed circumstances, a communication from the Municipality of Shuniah regarding Keira's Law, and a notice from the Town of Caledon about a proposed minor variance hearing. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Letter from City of Owen Sound re removal of municipal councillors under prescribed circumstances
• Municipality of Shuniah correspondence re Keira's Law
• Town of Caledon notice of Committee of Adjustment hearing for proposed minor variance (File A 035-22)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically to consider several staff reports and by-laws, including a new towing services and vehicle storage yard licensing by-law, a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc., and town-wide urban design guidelines. The meeting also includes a closed session for confidential matters, approval of previous minutes, and several proclamations and correspondence items.

• Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law (CPS-2022-065) with proposed rates and licence fees
• Franchise Agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. (INS-2022-046) to be submitted to Ontario Energy Board
• Town-Wide Urban Design Guidelines (INS-2022-054) approval for planning applications
• Consent agreement for 41 William Street (File No. B-01/21) to implement Ontario Land Tribunal conditions
• Delegated Authority By-law to delegate powers to employees, repealing 12 older by-laws

Council approved a consent agreement for 41 William Street to implement Ontario Land Tribunal conditions, with a recorded vote of 4 in favor, 2 opposed, and 1 conflict. The meeting also passed several by-laws, including a towing services regulation, a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc., and a delegation of authority by-law. Proclamations for Children's Grief Awareness Day and Economic Abuse Awareness Day were approved.

• Approved consent agreement for 41 William Street (4-2, 1 conflict)
• Passed by-law to regulate and license towing services and vehicle storage yards
• Approved franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. for submission to Ontario Energy Board
• Approved Delegated Authority By-law to delegate powers to employees
• Approved Town-Wide Urban Design Guidelines for Community Improvement Plan
• Approved Zone 6 Regional Tourism Organization Agreement for Tourism Relief Fund
• Proclaimed November 17 as Children's Grief Awareness Day and November 26 as Economic Abuse Awareness Day
• Approved minutes of previous council and committee meetings

Committee of Adjustment

This agenda for the Orangeville Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 7, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve the 2021 audited financial statements and adopt a proposed 2022-2027 implementation plan. The board will also receive the CEO's verbal report and the August Library Services Index, and approve the minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approve 2021 audited financial statements presented by Town Treasurer Nandini Syed and RLB Auditor Murray Short
• Adopt proposed 2022-2027 Implementation Plan (report 22-06) and operationalize actions for 2023 budget estimates
• Receive August Library Services Index
• Approve minutes of June 22, 2022 meeting

The Orangeville Public Library Board approved the 2021 audited financial statements and adopted a new 2022-2027 implementation plan. The board also received a verbal CEO report on the elevator replacement project, Broadway Bricks interlock replacement, and other operational updates. No substantive decisions were made beyond approvals and receipt of information.

• Approved 2021 audited financial statements (carried)
• Adopted 2022-2027 Implementation Plan (carried)
• Received CEO verbal report on elevator RFP, Broadway Bricks, hot water tank replacement, and paranormal group interest (carried)
• Received information items (carried)

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the Official Plan review. They will hear a staff presentation on implementation and future growth, and consider endorsing responses to public comments on the Healthy Environment section from the July 14 meeting. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes.

• Staff presentation on Implementation and Future Growth by Brandon Ward, Manager of Planning
• Endorsement of comment responses for Healthy Environment Key Review Area
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for September 8, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The Official Plan Steering Committee approved the minutes from the July 14, 2022 meeting and endorsed staff's comment responses on the Healthy Environment Key Review Area. A presentation on Implementation and Future Growth (Phase 2 of the Official Plan) was discussed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Endorsed comment responses on Healthy Environment Key Review Area (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special electronic meeting of Orangeville Council. The main item is a motion to convene into a workshop to discuss the Town's Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes routine items: approving the agenda, a confirmation by-law for the meeting's proceedings, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Workshop discussion on the Town's Strategic Plan
• Confirmation by-law for the August 11, 2022 Special Council Meeting
• Meeting held electronically; public can watch via YouTube or listen by phone

The special meeting was primarily a workshop on the Town's Strategic Plan, facilitated by Erik Lockhart and Trudy Parsons, with no substantive decisions made. Council approved the agenda, passed a by-law confirming proceedings, and adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (Resolution 2022-312)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of closed and special meeting (Resolution 2022-313)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and several staff reports. Key decisions include authorizing grant applications for telecommunications upgrades, approving the 2023 budget schedule with a 2% cost-of-living allowance and an extra $200,000 for capital, and passing by-laws for new stop signs, a 9-1-1 service agreement, and a lease extension for Mel's Skate Shop. The meeting also includes a closed session for confidential legal and personnel matters.

• Approve 2023 budget schedule with 2% cost-of-living allowance and $200,000 increase to capital budget (from $2.6M to $2.8M)
• Authorize staff to pursue grant funding for telecommunications system upgrades
• Pass by-laws for all-way stops at College Avenue/Fieldgate Drive and Spencer Avenue/Cornwall Gate/Abbey Road
• Approve $2,948.37 in property tax reductions for Section 357 tax appeals
• Authorize $15,000 from Parks and Recreation Reserve for a Santa Claus Parade on November 19, 2022

Council approved the 2023 budget schedule and direction, maintaining a 2% cost-of-living allowance for non-union staff (defeating a motion for 2.5%) and increasing the annual capital budget contribution by $200,000 to $2.8M. Council also approved four new all-way stops, a Santa Claus Parade, and several other routine items.

• Approved 2023 budget with 2% cost-of-living allowance for non-union staff (6-1)
• Defeated motion to increase cost-of-living allowance to 2.5%
• Approved $200,000 increase to capital budget contribution, bringing it to $2.8M (6-1)
• Approved all-way stops at College Ave & Fieldgate Dr, Spencer Ave & Cornwall Gate/Abbey Rd, Alder St & Sherwood St (7-0 each)
• Approved traffic calming measures on Meadow Dr and Pheasant Dr (7-0)
• Approved $15,000 from Parks and Recreation Reserve for Santa Claus Parade on Nov 19, 2022
• Authorized pursuit of grant funding for telecommunications upgrades
• Approved lease extension for Mel's Skate Shop for one additional year

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package (non-agenda items) for the August 8, 2022 meeting. Council is receiving information only, with no decisions scheduled. Items include an Enbridge Gas rate application notice and correspondence from other municipalities on topics like Amber Alert changes, physician shortages, and provincial bills.

• Enbridge Gas Inc. 2023 Rates (Phase 1) Application - OEB notice
• City of Brantford: potential threat to residential home ownership (AMO letter)
• City of Brantford: seeking partnership with Indigenous Nations and resolution of Haldimand Tract land dispute
• Dufferin County: resolution to dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal
• Town of South Bruce Peninsula: physician shortages in Ontario

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The committee will vote on whether to approve a variance for a detached garage at 71 Mill Street and a temporary variance to permit an office at 311A Broadway. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone.

• File A10/22: 71 Mill Street – variance to increase accessory building height to 5.8m, reduce side yard setback to 0.60m, increase lot coverage to 11% (accessory) and 36% (total) for a detached garage
• File A11/22: 311A Broadway – variance to permit an office in an existing building, recommended for temporary approval for 2 years
• Public hearing for both applications under Section 45 of the Planning Act
• Meeting held remotely; written comments accepted by email before the meeting

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. The first allows increased height and reduced setbacks for an accessory building at 71 Mill Street. The second permits an office in an existing building at 311A Broadway for a temporary two-year period.

• Approved minor variance A10/22 at 71 Mill Street for accessory building height increase to 5.8m, reduced side yard setback to 0.60m, and lot coverage increases (carried)
• Approved minor variance A11/22 at 311A Broadway to permit an office, subject to a two-year temporary period (carried)

Heritage Orangeville

The Heritage Orangeville Committee is meeting remotely to discuss a report on the demolition of a municipal register heritage property at 56 Second Street. The meeting is open to the public by phone, and written comments may be submitted by email. The minutes of the previous meeting are deferred to September.

• Discussion of demolition on a municipal register heritage property at 56 Second Street
• Deferral of previous meeting minutes to September
• Next meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

Heritage Orangeville approved a recommendation to have no objection to the removal of a one-story addition and shed at 56 Second Street, a municipal register heritage property, with a two-story addition proposed as replacement. The committee also discussed a heritage calendar titled 'Side by Side' and a summer social planned for early September.

• Approved no objection to demolition of addition and shed at 56 Second St (unanimous)

Public Meeting

This is a statutory public meeting where Council will hear a rezoning application (RZ-2022-02) for 3 Zina Street, presented by the Senior Planner and the applicant's planner. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the agenda, a confirmation by-law, and adjournment. No decisions are made at this meeting; it is for public input and information.

• Rezoning application RZ-2022-02 for 3 Zina Street, presented by Senior Planner Larysa Russell and MHBC Planning's Juliane von Westerholt
• Information report INS-2022-050 on 3 Zina Street to be received as information
• Confirmation by-law to confirm proceedings of the July 18, 2022 meeting
• Meeting held electronically; public can participate by phone or email

The council held a public meeting to receive information on a zoning by-law amendment for 3 Zina Street, which would convert an existing place of worship into a mixed-use building with 8 residential units, community space, and a café. No formal decisions were made; the proposal was received as information, and staff will prepare a recommendation report for a future council meeting.

• Approved agenda for July 18, 2022 public meeting (carried)
• Received report INS-2022-050 on 3 Zina Street zoning amendment as information (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (carried)

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee is meeting to accept Chair Rodney Hough's resignation and appoint Troy Brett as his replacement. They will also hear a staff presentation on the Healthy Environment key review area and discuss comments received on Community Culture from the June 9 meeting. The meeting is being held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Resignation of Rodney Hough and appointment of Troy Brett
• Staff presentation on Healthy Environment by Brandon Ward and Larysa Russell
• Discussion of Community Culture comments from June 9 meeting
• Review of Community Improvement Policy Changes attachment

The Official Plan Steering Committee accepted Rodney Hough's resignation and appointed Troy Brett to fill his seat. Grant Peters was appointed Chair and Lynda Addy Vice Chair. The committee also received a staff presentation on healthy environment policies and discussed pedestrian safety, green infrastructure, and sustainability.

• Accepted Rodney Hough's resignation and appointed Troy Brett to the committee (carried)
• Appointed Grant Peters as Chair (carried)
• Appointed Lynda Addy as Vice Chair (carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (carried)
• Received staff presentation on healthy environment policies (carried)

Public Meeting

This is a statutory public meeting where the Town of Orangeville Council will hear public input on a proposed Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law (CPS-2022-046), which includes proposed towing rates and licence fees. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19; the public can participate by phone or email. After the public meeting, Council will consider passing a confirmation by-law to approve the meeting's proceedings.

• Public meeting on proposed Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law (CPS-2022-046)
• Proposed towing rates and licence fees included as attachments
• Confirmation by-law to approve July 13, 2022 meeting proceedings
• Electronic meeting; public participation via phone or email due to COVID-19

The meeting was a statutory public meeting to discuss a proposed Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law. No decision was made on the by-law itself; staff will incorporate stakeholder feedback and report back to Council in September. The only formal decisions were approving the agenda and confirming the meeting proceedings.

• Approved agenda for July 13, 2022 public meeting (carried)
• Approved by-law to confirm proceedings of the meeting (carried unanimously)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review two site plan applications and a draft subdivision, focusing on accessibility. They will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Site plan application for lot east of 35 Armstrong Street (SPA-2022-04)
• Site plan application for 60 & 62 Broadway (SPA-2022-07)
• Draft plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for Pine Ridge Estates (East Garafraxa)
• Adoption of minutes from June 3, 2022 meeting

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee received presentations on site plan applications for the lot east of 35 Armstrong Street and 60 & 62 Broadway, suggesting additional accessible parking spaces and requesting clarification on dimensions. The committee also received the resubmission for the Pine Ridge Estates subdivision and zoning amendment from the Township of East Garafraxa, with no comments. Minutes from the June 3, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of 2022-06-03 meeting (carried)
• Received Pine Ridge Estates subdivision and zoning amendment resubmission (carried)
• Suggested 4 parking spaces (3 resident, 1 accessible) for lot east of 35 Armstrong Street
• Suggested additional accessible parking space for retail at 60 & 62 Broadway

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing 12 non-agenda items from other municipalities for Orangeville Council's information. No decisions are being made; the items are for review and potential future action.

• City of Orillia and Township of Lucan Biddulph voluntary Russian sanction requests
• Town of East Gwillimbury and Township of West Lincoln resolutions on Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act)
• Hastings County resolution on expanding Amber Alert; Municipality of Brighton on Draven Alert
• Municipality of Shuniah on former Mohawk Residential School
• Township of West Lincoln funding support for infrastructure projects

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically on July 11, 2022, to consider several staff reports and motions. Key decisions include whether to adopt a new Community Improvement Plan (CIP) with a $30,000 reserve fund, whether to implement a two-year fare-free transit pilot starting January 1, 2023, and approval of the 2022 Asset Management Plan. The agenda also includes a notice of motion from Councillor Peters requesting the Province to adopt stronger energy performance standards in the Ontario Building Code. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential personnel matters.

• Adopt new 2022 Community Improvement Plan, repeal By-law 55-90, reallocate $30,000 to reserve fund
• Two-year fare-free transit pilot on Orangeville Transit starting Jan 1, 2023 (Option 2)
• Approve 2022 Asset Management Plan for core infrastructure assets
• Authorize $4,029.65 in property tax reductions for Section 357 tax appeals
• Adopt 2022 Business Improvement Area levy and pass by-law for special charge

Council approved a two-year pilot project offering free fares on Orangeville Transit starting January 1, 2023, with updates every four months. Council also adopted the 2022 Asset Management Plan, approved the 2022 BIA levies, authorized $4,029.65 in tax reductions for Section 357 appeals, and adopted a new Community Improvement Plan (with design guidelines deferred). A motion to request provincial action on green development standards was carried.

• Approved two-year fare-free transit pilot (6-1)
• Approved 2022 Asset Management Plan
• Adopted 2022 BIA levies
• Authorized $4,029.65 in property tax reductions
• Adopted new Community Improvement Plan, repealed By-law 55-90
• Deferred design guidelines to August 8 meeting
• Requested province to include energy performance tiers in building code
• Endorsed creation of 'Draven Alert' for missing vulnerable children

Sustainable Orangeville

Sustainable Orangeville is meeting electronically to approve previous minutes, receive sub-committee updates, and discuss new business including an update on the McCannell Avenue and Highway 10 entrance. The agenda is largely routine, with a focus on finalizing the Communities in Bloom judges' tour itinerary for July 12-14, 2022.

• Approve minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting
• Finalize Judges' Tour itinerary for July 12-14, 2022
• Update on McCannell Avenue and Highway 10 entrance by Kevin Barry
• Correspondence sent to community garden plot owners seeking lead coordinator

The Sustainable Orangeville committee approved the minutes from its June 7, 2022 meeting. Members discussed updates from sub-committees, including finalizing the Communities in Bloom judges' tour itinerary, reviewing low attendance at a community bike ride, and arranging for bat boxes on hydro poles. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Finalized itinerary for Communities in Bloom judges' tour
• Extended Bloomin' Gardens entry to August 12, winner announced August 19
• Planned unmanned lock-out coral for bikes at Ribfest
• Agreed to place bat boxes on selected hydro poles with Orangeville Hydro

Cultural Plan Task Force

The Cultural Plan Task Force is meeting electronically to handle routine business, including approving past minutes and discussing draft plans for a community garden shed and arts recognition. The main substantive item is a closed-session decision on the 2022 Call for Artists award recipients, based on a confidential staff report.

• Closed session to select 2022 Call for Artists award recipients
• Discussion of draft plans for the Community Garden Shed
• Discussion of Arts & Culture Recognition
• Approval of 2021-06-22 open and closed meeting minutes

The Cultural Plan Task Force approved holding the 2022 Arts and Culture Awards in a traditional in-person format for a final year, with all past award winners eligible for nomination across all categories. The committee also approved the 2021-06-22 closed and open minutes, and directed staff to proceed with the 2022 Call for Artists installations and the Community Garden shed beautification project.

• Approved 2022 Arts & Culture Awards in traditional in-person format for a final year (carried)
• Approved all past award winners eligible for nomination across all categories (carried)
• Approved 2021-06-22 Closed Cultural Plan Task Force Minutes (carried)
• Approved 2021-06-22 Open Cultural Plan Task Force Minutes (carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with installation of 2022 Call for Artists selections (carried)
• Directed staff to contact local artist and proceed with Community Garden shed installation (carried)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council will consider several staff reports, including approving in principle the Rotary Park Redevelopment Plan, adopting new parking restrictions on local streets, and distributing $17,000 in community grants. The meeting also includes a closed session for confidential matters, a delegation on the strategic plan, and a notice of motion to update the noise by-law.

• Rotary Park Redevelopment Plan (CMS-2022-008) - approve in principle, plan by GSP Group
• Parking restrictions on one side of local streets (INS-2022-042) - adopt Schedule A and amend Traffic Bylaw 078-2005
• 2022 Community Grants - approve distribution of $17,000 (CPS-2022-051)
• Property Standards By-law housekeeping amendment (CPS-2022-050)
• Notice of motion by Councillor Taylor to amend Noise By-law for motor vehicle noise

Council approved in principle the Rotary Park Redevelopment Plan and directed staff to work with the Orangeville Rotary Club on playground planning for the 2023 budget. Council also adopted new parking restrictions on one side of local streets, passed a property standards by-law amendment, and approved $17,000 in community grants. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Rotary Park Redevelopment Plan in principle (carried)
• Adopted parking restrictions on one side of local streets (carried)
• Passed by-law to amend Traffic By-law 078-2005 for parking restrictions (carried)
• Passed by-law to amend Property Standards By-law (carried)
• Approved $17,000 in 2022 Community Grants (carried)
• Received 2021 Economic Development & Culture Report (carried)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes from May 25, 2022, and to consider adopting two updated policies: the Resource Sharing Policy and the Public Internet Services Policy. The board will also receive reports from the CEO, the Library Service Index, a letter from the Minister of Veterans Affairs, and a letter from the BWGPL Board regarding a county review. Correspondence includes a letter to MPP Sylvia Jones. The next meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2022.

• Adoption of May 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Report 22-04: Resource Sharing Policy review and adoption
• Report 22-05: Public Internet Services Policy review and adoption
• CEO Report and 2022 Library Service Index received
• Letter to MPP Sylvia Jones regarding 2022 election

The Orangeville Public Library Board approved amendments to the Resource Sharing Policy, reversing a change to shipping methods, and adopted the Public Internet Services Policy. The board also directed staff to proceed with a communication plan and rebranding strategy, with a public launch event to follow a council presentation in September. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 25, 2022 meeting
• Received information items including CEO report on lobby renovation
• Agreed for CEO to investigate art options for renovated lobby at Mill St.
• Amended Resource Sharing Policy to reverse change in item 3.c) regarding shipping methods
• Adopted Public Internet Services Policy as presented
• Approved proceeding with communication plan and rebranding strategies
• Scheduled next meeting for September 28, 2022

Heritage Orangeville

Heritage Orangeville approved a motion to have no objection to the zoning by-law amendment for 3 Zina Street, despite renovations already underway. The committee received a presentation on a site plan for the lot east of 35 Armstrong Street, expressing concerns about blocking the heritage building's view and potential construction damage, and suggested flipping the building to the east. They also received a presentation from author Nancy Early about her book, with discussion about donating copies to schools, but no decision was made. A resignation was announced, and no facade improvement applications were received.

• Approved minutes of 2022-05-19 meeting (carried)
• No objection to zoning by-law amendment for 3 Zina St (carried)
• Received site plan presentation for lot east of 35 Armstrong St (carried)
• Received correspondence (carried)

Business and Economic Development Committee

The Business and Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss economic development activities, including a draft Community Improvement Plan and employer support programs. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and member updates, alongside presentations on recent economic development activity and resources for employers.

• Presentation of draft Town of Orangeville Community Improvement Plan
• Activity report for December 2021 to May 2022 from Economic Development and Culture
• Presentation on programs, incentives, and resources for employers by Georgian College
• Official Plan Steering Committee update
• Approval of minutes from 2022-03-22 meeting

The committee received updates on economic development activities, including a new Community Improvement Plan (CIP) draft, and heard from Georgian College about employer programs. No formal decisions were made beyond approving previous minutes.

• Approved minutes of 2022-03-22 meeting (carried)

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing only non-agenda items for information, not decisions. The package includes correspondence from other municipalities on topics such as Russian sanctions, firefighter certification, and infrastructure funding. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Upper Grand District School Board 2022 Long Term Accommodation Plan Annual Review Report
• City of Brampton resolution on better utilization of Highway 407 ETR
• City of Cambridge resolution on free public transportation on election days
• Niagara Region and Town of Espanola resolutions on voluntary Russian sanctions
• Town of Fort Erie resolutions on bidding wars for apartment rentals and vacant foreign-owned properties

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to decide on the design and capital funding for a new fire station, including a $4M grant application and $5M in capital budget. They will also consider several other items, including water meter replacement, a joint water management agreement, and a towing by-law. The meeting includes presentations from Orangeville Hydro, the library, and a water meter contractor.

• Approve Fire Station floor plan (2,661.61 sq m) and site plan on Centennial Road and Commerce Road; apply for $4,000,000 from FCM Green Municipal Fund; add $5,000,000 to 2023-24 capital budgets
• Transfer $800,000 from General Capital Reserve to Broadway Brick Replacement Project
• Authorize Mayor and Clerk to execute Joint Municipal Water Management Agreement with Amaranth, East Garafraxa, and Mono
• Approve Heritage Permit HR-2022-04 for 144 Broadway (Orangeville Public Library)
• Consider Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law, possibly holding a public meeting on July 13, 2022

Council approved the design and site plan for a new Orangeville Fire Station on Centennial Road and Commerce Road, and directed staff to apply for $5M in federal funding and include $5M in the 2023-24 capital budget. Council also approved $2M in additional funds for the water meter replacement project, $800,000 for Broadway brick replacement, and several other administrative items.

• Approved Fire Station floor plan (2,661.61 sqm) and site plan on Centennial/Commerce Rd (carried)
• Directed staff to apply for $5M Green Municipal Fund for Net Zero fire station (carried)
• Approved $2M additional funds for water meter replacement (50% OCIF grant, 50% Water Reserve) (carried)
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute Joint Municipal Water Management Agreement with Amaranth, East Garafraxa, Mono (carried)
• Transferred $800,000 from General Capital Reserve to Broadway Brick Replacement Project (carried)
• Approved Heritage Permit HR-2022-04 for 144 Broadway (Orangeville Public Library) (carried)
• Approved 2022-2025 County of Dufferin Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (carried)
• Scheduled public meeting for July 13, 2022 on Towing Services By-law (carried)

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee is meeting electronically to review and discuss items related to the town's Official Plan. They will hear a staff presentation on community culture and review responses to comments on housing and services from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Staff presentation on Community Culture by Brandon Ward, Manager of Planning
• Report on Housing and Services responding to comments from May 12, 2022 meeting
• Adoption of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 14, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The Official Plan Steering Committee met and approved the minutes of the previous meeting. Staff gave presentations on community culture and on housing and services, responding to comments from the May 12 meeting. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (carried)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to approve previous minutes, hear a presentation from high school students about their Diversity Club, and discuss working group updates and Remembrance Day celebration ideas. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items.

• Presentation by Makenna Thomas and Angel Powers on their high school's Diversity Club
• Discussion of Remembrance Day celebration ideas
• Working group update
• Approval of 2022-05-12 meeting minutes

Sustainable Orangeville

Sustainable Orangeville is meeting electronically to discuss sub-committee updates, an Earth Week recap, and upcoming events including a community bike ride and Ribfest bike tent. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation by Sustainability Co-ordinator Kate Thomson
• Waste Sub-Committee update
• Communities in Bloom: prepare for judges arrival July 12, 2022
• Bike Tent for Ribfest June 15-17, 2022
• Community Bike Ride June 25, 2022

The committee approved a motion requesting the Town of Orangeville develop a town-wide events policy mandating waste-free events. They also discussed various sub-committee updates, including plans for Communities in Bloom judging, Active Transportation, and Urban Harvest, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to request Town-Wide events policy mandating waste-free events (carried)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 meeting (carried)

Public Meeting

This is a statutory public meeting where Council will receive a report and hear presentations on an official plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment application (OPZ-2021-02) for properties at 340 Broadway, 15 C Line, and 31 C Line. No decisions are being made; the item is only being received for information. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone or email.

• Public meeting for OPZ-2021-02: 340 Broadway, 15 C Line, 31 C Line
• Presentation by Larysa Russell, Senior Planner
• Presentation by Julia Redfearn, IBI Group
• Report INS-2022-039 to be received
• Confirmation by-law for meeting proceedings

Council held a statutory public meeting to receive information on an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 58 condominium townhouses at 340 Broadway, 15 & 31 C Line. No decision was made; the proposal was discussed, and staff will prepare a recommendation report for a future Council meeting. The meeting also received correspondence and passed a by-law confirming the meeting's proceedings.

• Received public meeting information report INS-2022-039 for OPZ-2021-02 (Carried)
• Received correspondence from Barb & Larry Rankin and Jody Atherton (Carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the June 6, 2022 Council-Public Meeting (Carried)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss accessibility-related items, including a review of the Town of Orangeville's accessibility by-law, transit route diversions, and the 2022 Accessibility Champion Award. Presentations will cover playground replacement options at Rayburn Meadows Park and construction of parks in Dufferin County. The committee will also consider adopting minutes from its May 6 and May 20, 2022 meetings.

• Presentation on Rayburn Meadows Playground Replacement Options by Township of East Garafraxa and R.J. Burnside and Associates
• Discussion of Town of Orangeville Accessibility By-law Review
• Discussion of Transit Route Diversion
• Discussion of 2022 Accessibility Champion Award
• Adoption of minutes from May 6 and May 20, 2022 meetings

The committee discussed three options for the Rayburn Meadows playground replacement and preferred option two, suggesting a ramp, hard surface for see-saw equipment, ground-level music equipment, and colourful equipment. It also approved sponsoring six public swims in June and adopted minutes from May 6 and May 20, 2022. No formal decisions were made on other items, which were updates or discussions.

• Adopted minutes of 2022-05-06 and 2022-05-20 Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings (carried)
• Sponsored six public swims during June for Recreation and Parks (carried)
• Preferred option two for Rayburn Meadows playground replacement (discussion, no formal vote)

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first, at 243 Broadway, seeks variances to allow a two-storey addition. The second, at 450 Town Line, seeks a variance to permit a second storey on an existing building. The committee will also adopt minutes from the May 4, 2022 meeting.

• 243 Broadway: reduce interior side yard from 1.8m to 0.7m, exterior side yard from 3.5m to 2.9m, increase lot coverage from 30% to 40% for a two-storey addition
• 450 Town Line: reduce exterior side yard from 15m to 5m to permit a second storey on an existing building
• Heritage Orangeville report on 243 Broadway received
• Public hearing via telephone due to COVID-19; written comments accepted
• Next meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications at its June 1, 2022 meeting. The first, at 243 Broadway, allows reduced side yards and increased lot coverage for a residential property. The second, at 450 Town Line, reduces the exterior side yard for a baseball organization. Both motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved minor variance A08/22 at 243 Broadway to reduce interior side yard to 0.7m, exterior side yard to 2.9m, and increase lot coverage to 40% (carried)
• Approved minor variance A09/22 at 450 Town Line to reduce exterior side yard from 15m to 5m (carried)
• Received Credit Valley Conservation report dated May 27, 2022 (carried)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically to consider routine administrative items, including approving the 2021 audited financial statements and directing the $1,359,771 general surplus to the capital reserve. Council will also receive reports on the 2023 meeting schedule, council tasks, heritage property demolitions, warming centres, and a fleet replacement program. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential matters, followed by an open session with public question period.

• Approve 2021 Audited Financial Statements and allocate $1,359,771 general surplus to General Capital Reserve Fund
• Receive report on transitioning to corporate fleet leasing with projected 10-year savings of $368,000
• Receive report on warming centres and 'Out of the Cold' program for 2023
• Receive report on structure demolitions on non-designated heritage register properties
• Adopt 2023 Council Meeting Schedule

Council voted 4-3 to direct the Town's solicitor to submit Official Plan Amendment No. 130 and the Zoning By-law Amendment for Cachet Developments (Blocks 94 & 98, Plan 7M-70) to the Ontario Land Tribunal for final approval, after reconsidering a prior resolution. Council also approved the 2021 audited financial statements, allocating the $1,359,771 general surplus to the General Capital Reserve Fund, and adopted the 2023 Council meeting schedule. Staff were directed to report on costs for an Alder Pool headwall and to continue work on warming centres and an 'Out of the Cold' program for 2023.

• Approved 2021 audited financial statements; allocated $1,359,771 surplus to General Capital Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Council meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on Alder Pool headwall costs (unanimous)
• Directed staff to continue warming centre collaboration and bring 2023 'Out of the Cold' details to budget (unanimous)
• Received fleet replacement information report noting $368,000 projected savings (unanimous)
• Reconsidered Resolution 2022-192 on Cachet Developments (4-3)
• Directed solicitor to submit OPA 130 and zoning amendment to OLT for Cachet Developments (4-3)
• Approved minutes of May 9 and May 16, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve the April 27, 2022 minutes and receive information items, including the CEO report, Library Service Index, a provincial elections letter to Dufferin-Caledon riding, a revised room rental application form, and a community partnership opportunity with UGDSB. The board will also receive an update from the Business and Branding Steering Committee. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of April 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Receive 2022 May CEO Report
• Receive 2022 May Library Service Index
• Receive provincial elections letter to Dufferin-Caledon riding
• Receive revised room rental application form

The Orangeville Public Library Board met on May 25, 2022, and approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting. The board also received several information items, including the CEO report, Library Service Index, a letter to the provincial election riding, a revised room rental form, and a community partnership opportunity. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Received information items including CEO report and Library Service Index (carried)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special electronic council meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to consider correspondence from Town Solicitor John Hart regarding ORDC Lands, citing trade secrets and solicitor-client privilege. The council will also approve the agenda, pass a confirmation by-law, and hold a public question period. No staff reports are listed.

• Closed meeting under Municipal Act s. 239(2) to discuss correspondence from John Hart, Town Solicitor - ORDC Lands
• Confirmation by-law to approve proceedings of the May 25, 2022 closed and special council meeting
• Public question period available by phone at 1-289-801-5774, Conference ID 516 887 57#

The special meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda, held a closed session to discuss correspondence from the Town Solicitor regarding ORDC Lands, and then received that correspondence in open session, directing staff to proceed as instructed. A by-law confirming the proceedings of the closed and special meeting was passed, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda for May 25, 2022 special meeting (carried)
• Held closed meeting per Municipal Act s. 239(2) to discuss ORDC Lands solicitor correspondence (carried)
• Received correspondence from Town Solicitor John Hart re ORDC Lands and directed staff to proceed (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of closed and special Council meeting (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:42 p.m. (carried)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the Town of Orangeville Community Improvement Plan update, which includes a request for comments. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the rest is routine procedural business.

• Discussion of Town of Orangeville Community Improvement Plan Update
• Request for comments on the Community Improvement Plan

The committee discussed the draft Community Improvement Plan, focusing on the proposed Accessibility Improvement Grant Program. Members suggested lowering the minimum grant from $500 to $250 and expanding eligibility, but no formal decisions were made. The committee also recommended adding a review of the Town's Accessibility By-law to the 2023 Work Plan.

• Discussed draft Community Improvement Plan, no formal action taken
• Suggested lowering accessibility grant minimum from $500 to $250 (discussion only)
• Recommended adding Accessibility By-law review to 2023 Work Plan (discussion only)

Heritage Orangeville

The committee is reviewing several requests regarding heritage properties. Items include demolition proposals for three municipal register heritage properties and an exterior renovation permit.

• Heritage permit application for exterior renovations at 239 Broadway
• Demolition of a Municipal Register Heritage Property at 44 Princess Street
• Demolition of a Municipal Register Heritage Property at 7 York Street
• Demolition of a Municipal Register Heritage Property at 71 Mill Street
• Draft procedure for Heritage Awareness Plaque Verification

Heritage Orangeville approved a heritage permit for exterior renovations at 239 Broadway, and approved permits for 144 Broadway with a condition on pillar placement. The committee also voiced no objection to demolitions at 44 Princess Street, 7 York Street, and 71 Mill Street, all on the municipal heritage register. Reports on demolition procedures and the Community Improvement Plan were received.

• Approved heritage permit for exterior renovations at 239 Broadway
• Approved heritage permit for 144 Broadway with suggestion to place glass atrium pillars to not obstruct façade
• No objection to demolition of garage at 44 Princess Street
• No objection to demolition of rear addition at 7 York Street
• No objection to demolition of shed at 71 Mill Street
• Received report on structure demolitions on listed non-designated heritage properties
• Received report on draft Community Improvement Plan (Façade Improvement Program)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to decide on the 2022 final tax rates, several development-related items including demolitions and a road connection, and various administrative matters. The agenda includes a closed session for litigation and confidential matters, followed by an open meeting with staff reports, by-laws, and notices of motion.

• 2022 Final Tax Rates by-law for Town, County of Dufferin, and Education taxes
• Removal of Holding (H) Symbol and demolition approval at 200 Elizabeth Street
• Demolition of garage at 243 Broadway (heritage register property)
• Opening College Avenue to connect with Hansen Boulevard, with all-way stop at Fieldgate Drive
• Appointment of Carolina Khan as Town Clerk

Council voted against opening College Avenue to connect with Hansen Boulevard, defeating a motion for a six-month trial (2-5) and a subsequent motion to open the road (0-7). Instead, they referred a study of all-way stops at several intersections to staff. Council also approved the 2022 tax rates, appointed Carolina Khan as Town Clerk, and applied for an FCM grant for women in local leadership.

• Defeated motion to open College Avenue to Hansen Boulevard for 6-month trial (2-5)
• Defeated motion to open College Avenue to traffic (0-7)
• Referred all-way stop study at College/Fieldgate and other intersections to staff
• Approved 2022 final tax rates by-law
• Appointed Carolina Khan as Town Clerk
• Approved application for FCM Canadian Women in Local Leadership grant
• Approved removal of Holding (H) symbol and demolition at 200 Elizabeth Street
• Approved free transit during Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival (June 3-4)

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package with no decisions or votes. Council is receiving a package of information items, including a setback recommendation from the Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group, correspondence from other municipalities, and updates from provincial bodies. No action is being taken at this meeting.

• Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group setback recommendation
• MPAC 2021 financial statements
• Minister of Agriculture letter on avian influenza
• Proposed regulation changes under Aggregate Resources Act
• Resolutions from other municipalities on Russian sanctions, floating accommodations, and HST rebates

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee met on May 12, 2022, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting. Staff gave presentations on services and housing, which were discussed by the committee. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the quantitative results of a community survey, receive updates from working groups, and consider ideas for Remembrance Day celebrations. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting. No presentations or correspondence are scheduled.

• Review of 2022-05-04 Report - Community Survey Data
• Working group updates
• Remembrance Day celebration ideas
• Approval of 2022-04-14 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed quantitative community survey results and discussed sharing qualitative results, reopening the survey, and public education. Members shared ideas for diversifying the Remembrance Day event, including a walking event and letter-writing campaign. No formal decisions were made beyond approving previous minutes and adjourning.

• Approved minutes of 2022-04-14 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Meeting

This is a statutory public meeting where Council will receive information and hear public comments on a proposed official plan and zoning amendment for 48-52 Broadway, a draft Community Improvement Plan, and housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 22-90. No final decisions are being made; the items are being received for discussion. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing for OPZ-2022-01: 48-52 Broadway official plan and zoning amendment
• Draft Community Improvement Plan presented by Sierra Planning and Management
• Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 22-90 (RZ-2022-01)
• Confirmation by-law for proceedings of May 9, 2022 meeting

The May 9, 2022 public meeting was held to receive information on several planning items, including a proposal for a 7-storey mixed-use building at 48-52 Broadway, a draft Community Improvement Plan, and housekeeping amendments to the Zoning By-law. No final decisions were made; staff will review comments and prepare reports for future Council consideration. The only formal actions were receiving the information reports and passing a by-law to confirm the meeting's proceedings.

• Received report INS-2022-032 for 48-52 Broadway public meeting (carried)
• Received report INS-2022-026 for Zoning By-law housekeeping amendments (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the May 9, 2022 Council-Public Meeting (carried)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee approved moving forward with the 2022 Accessibility Champion Award, including creating certificates, gathering financial donations, and preparing an event. The committee also discussed adding hand rails at Town facilities, with staff to research options and investigate interim accommodations. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on other items.

• Approved moving forward with 2022 Accessibility Champion Award certificates, donations, and event (carried)
• Approved May Tip of the Month on Multiple Sclerosis Awareness (carried)
• Adopted minutes of 2022-04-01 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment will hold a statutory public hearing on three minor variance applications. The committee will consider requests to increase lot coverage for a deck, permit a car detailing business in an industrial zone, and allow a larger rear yard encroachment for apartment stairs. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone.

• A-05/22: 46 Drew Brown Boulevard — increase max lot coverage from 45% to 50% for a rear deck
• A-06/22: 695 Riddell Road — permit car detailing business alongside non-automotive uses in General Industrial (M1) zone, with conditions on DNAPL use
• A-07/22: 15 Mason Street — increase rear yard encroachment from 0.6m to 1.3m for stairs to accessory apartment
• Adoption of minutes from April 6, 2022 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment approved all three minor variance applications on the agenda: a deck at 46 Drew Brown Boulevard, a car-detailing business at 695 Riddell Road, and a secondary unit at 15 Mason Street. Each approval was carried unanimously with conditions where applicable.

• Approved minor variance A-05/22 to increase maximum lot coverage from 45% to 50% for a deck at 46 Drew Brown Boulevard (carried)
• Approved minor variance A-06/22 to permit a car detailing business as an automotive use in conjunction with non-automotive uses at 695 Riddell Road, subject to conditions regarding DNAPL use and product disclosure (carried)
• Approved minor variance A-07/22 to increase rear yard encroachment from 0.6 to 1.3 metres for a secondary unit at 15 Mason Street (carried)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to approve the minutes from February 23, 2022, receive several information items, and consider adopting a new Advocacy Policy. The board will also receive updates on the CEO report, the 2022 Library Service Index, and a business and branding strategy steering committee.

• Adoption of Advocacy Policy (Report 22-03, Appendix A)
• Receipt of Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy
• Receipt of April 2022 CEO Report
• Receipt of 2022 Library Service Index
• Receipt of Friends of the Library meeting minutes (April 5, 2022)

The Orangeville Public Library Board approved the minutes from February 23, 2022, and adopted the Town of Orangeville's Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy. The board also received a policy review report and adopted an updated Advocacy Policy. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on rebranding, renovations, and a social event.

• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 meeting (carried)
• Adopted Town of Orangeville's Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy (carried)
• Received April 2022 CEO Report and other information items (carried)
• Adopted Advocacy Policy dated April 27, 2022 (carried)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to decide on several key items, including implementing a new transit route strategy (Option C, a fixed and on-demand service) and repurposing the second floor of the Fire Hall into a Crisis Care Facility. Council will also consider a $9,000 funding request for OPP bicycle patrols, approve $2,000 in community grants, and receive reports on development charges and council remuneration. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential legal and personnel matters.

• Direct staff to implement new transit route strategy (Option C) and re-direct 2021 capital funds to purchase two accessible mini-buses
• Direct staff to proceed with redeveloping Fire Hall second floor into Crisis Care Facility and seek alternate land for Habitat for Humanity build
• Approve $9,000 for purchase of 4 bicycles and kit for OPP bicycle patrols
• Approve distribution of $2,000 in 2022 Community Grant budgeted funds
• Receive 2021 Annual Statement of Development Charges and Council/Board remuneration report

Council directed staff to implement a new transit route strategy (Option C) combining fixed and on-demand service, and to re-allocate 2021 capital funds from two 30-foot buses to two accessible mini-buses. The motion carried 6-1. Council also approved proceeding with a crisis care facility at the Fire Hall and seeking alternate land for a Habitat for Humanity build.

• Approved new transit route strategy (Option C) with fixed and on-demand service (6-1)
• Directed re-allocation of 2021 capital funds to purchase two accessible mini-buses for transit
• Directed staff to proceed with Fire Hall second floor redevelopment into Crisis Care Facility
• Directed staff to seek alternate land for Habitat for Humanity residential build
• Approved $2,000 in 2022 Community Grant funds and waived rental fees for up to 20 picnic tables
• Appointed Councillor Taylor to Committee of Adjustment/Property Standards/Dog Designation
• Approved $9,000 for OPP bicycle patrols (4 bicycles and kit) (4-3)
• Proclaimed May as Polish Heritage Month and approved flag raising on May 3, 2022

Heritage Orangeville

Heritage Orangeville is meeting remotely to approve prior minutes, hear a presentation on the Driftscape app and 'Footsteps from our Past', and discuss a procedure for verifying historical information on plaques. No facade improvement applications or correspondence are on the agenda.

• Presentation: Driftscape App and Footsteps from our Past
• Discussion: Procedure for Verifying Historical Information on Plaques
• Adoption of 2022-03-17 meeting minutes
• No facade improvement applications
• Next meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022

Heritage Orangeville approved in concept the restoration proposal for the heritage-designated property at 330 Blind Line, with the next step being a Heritage permit application to Council. The committee also received a demonstration of the Driftscape app and its Footsteps from our Past tours, and deferred discussion on plaque verification to the next meeting.

• Approved in concept the restoration proposal for 330 Blind Line (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the 2022-03-17 meeting (Carried)
• Deferred plaque verification discussion to next meeting

Official Plan Steering Committee

The Official Plan Steering Committee is meeting electronically to conduct routine organizational business, including appointing a chair and vice chair, adopting previous minutes, and receiving committee training. The main substantive item is a report on the Official Plan review, with no decisions listed on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public by phone, and written comments become part of the public record.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of minutes of previous meeting (none listed)
• Presentation by Tracy MacDonald, Assistant Clerk, on committee training
• Discussion of Official Plan Report with attached introduction PDF
• Schedule of meetings to be discussed

The committee appointed Rodney Hough as Chair and Councillor Grant Peters as Vice Chair, both carried. Members discussed the official plan review process, including affordable housing and appeal rights, and tentatively agreed to meet on the 2nd Thursday monthly, pending further discussion.

• Appointed Rodney Hough as Chair (carried)
• Appointed Councillor Grant Peters as Vice Chair (carried)
• Tentatively agreed to schedule meetings on 2nd Thursday monthly (further discussion pending)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to approve previous minutes and discuss several items, including a policy on use of corporate resources during an election, the Champion of Diversity Award nominations, and the Ontario Anti-Racism Strategic Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no presentations or correspondence listed.

• Approval of 2022-03-10 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy
• Champion of Diversity Award nomination recommendations due April 11
• Public input on Ontario Anti-Racism Strategic Plan due May 4
• Remembrance Day celebration ideas

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing non-agenda items for information only. Council is receiving correspondence from provincial ministries and other municipalities on topics including housing, the Greenbelt, the Ontario Land Tribunal, and various resolutions. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing correspondence on More Homes for Everyone Plan
• Ministry consultation on Phase 2 of Growing the Greenbelt (urban river valleys)
• Resolutions from multiple municipalities calling to dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal
• City of Cambridge request for moratorium on new gravel applications
• Town of Plympton-Wyoming letter seeking funding for rural bridge/culvert replacements

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting to decide on several staff recommendations, including additional funding for the standpipe rehabilitation project, a traffic by-law amendment restricting left turns from Third Street onto Broadway, and a new vehicle-for-hire by-law. The agenda also includes a closed session for confidential matters, approval of minutes, and several by-laws to be passed. Public participation is available via phone or email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approve $796,113 additional funds from Water Reserve Fund for Standpipe Rehabilitation
• Prohibit left turns from Third Street onto Broadway between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.
• Approve removal of Holding (H) symbol and demolition at 43A First Street
• Pass by-law to regulate and license vehicles for hire, repealing several older by-laws
• Repeal By-law 2020-013 on transit advertising user fees

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment is meeting remotely to consider one minor variance application. The committee will hold a statutory public hearing and vote on whether to approve variances for a property at 26 Sarah Street. The meeting is open to the public by phone, and written comments are accepted.

• Public hearing and decision on File No. A-04/22 for 26 Sarah Street
• Request to increase accessory building height from 4.3 m to 6.5 m
• Request to allow an accessory dwelling unit in the accessory structure
• Request to increase accessory building lot coverage from 10% to 13%
• Approval of minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (File No. A-04/22) for 26 Sarah Street, allowing an increased accessory building height from 4.3 to 6.5 metres, an accessory dwelling unit within the accessory structure, and increased lot coverage from 10% to 13%. The motion was carried. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included adoption of previous minutes and discussion of committee membership, Official Plan meetings, and return to in-person meetings.

• Approved minor variance A-04/22 at 26 Sarah Street (carried)
• Adopted minutes of 2022-03-02 Committee of Adjustment meeting (carried)

Sustainable Orangeville

Sustainable Orangeville is meeting electronically to discuss climate initiatives, including a presentation from Dufferin County on climate action and a Bike Month event. The committee will also consider paying a $181.62 invoice for bat box materials and receive updates on sub-committees and correspondence.

• Presentation by Dufferin County on Climate Action and Bike Month initiative for June
• Recommendation to pay $181.62 invoice to Branching Out Support Services Inc. for bat box materials
• Communities in Bloom judging scheduled July 12-14, 2022
• Correspondence from Starbucks about potential programs or initiatives
• Bee City renewal email received

The committee approved several small expenditures: $181.62 for bat box materials, $300 for Bee City renewal, and an unspecified amount for five environmental books for the library. It also planned events for Earth Week and a Bike Month ride, and cancelled its May 3 meeting.

• Approved $181.62 invoice for bat box materials (carried)
• Renewed Bee City designation and paid $300 membership fee (carried)
• Funded purchase of 5 environmental books for Orangeville Library (carried)
• Cancelled May 3, 2022 committee meeting (carried)
• Adopted minutes of March 1, 2022 (carried)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss accessibility-related items, including a site plan application at 355A Broadway, the draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022-2025, and an accessibility check for the 2022 municipal election. They will also consider minutes from the previous meeting and other routine matters.

• Site plan application SPA-2022-01 at 355A Broadway presented by Senior Planner Larysa Russell
• Draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022-2025 for discussion
• 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Check
• Accessibility Awards discussion
• Stop Gap Ramps discussion

Business and Economic Development Committee

The Business and Economic Development Committee received presentations from Innovation Guelph on its programs and from the Main Street Ambassador on the My Main Street Local Business Accelerator Program, for which the Town was approved for $57,500 in funding. The committee approved the minutes of the December 7, 2021 meeting. Staff updates covered the May 4, 2022 Bridges to Better Business event, the expansion of Boulevard Outdoor Café by-laws, and plans to update Welcome packages with local real estate board members.

• Approved minutes of 2021-12-07 Business and Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting (carried)
• Heard presentation on Innovation Guelph programs and services
• Heard presentation on My Main Street Local Business Accelerator Program ($57,500 Town funding)
• Councillor Andrews requested similar My Main Street presentation to Orangeville Council
• Agreed L. Horne would send list of Orangeville & District Real Estate Board members for Welcome packages

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically to consider staff reports, by-laws, and a notice of motion. Key items include approving additional funding for a salt storage building, adopting an emergency response plan, amending election sign and voting by-laws, and entering into by-law enforcement agreements with neighboring townships. The agenda also includes a motion to request a report on a two-year fare-free transit pilot program.

• Additional $353,533 for Salt Storage Building funded from reserves and development charges
• By-law to adopt Emergency Response Plan 2021 and repeal By-law 05-2014
• By-law to amend election sign by-law 2022-003
• By-law to amend vote tabulator and Vote at Home Program by-law 2021-038
• By-laws to authorize by-law enforcement agreements with Townships of Melancthon and Mulmur

Council approved the 2022 Community Grant allocations totaling $56,000 and additional funding of $353,533 for the Salt Storage Building project. Several reports were received, including the 2021 Water Pollution Control Plant performance, water works reports, and building permit report. A motion to defer the Cachet Developments Ontario Land Tribunal approval was carried. Council also passed multiple by-laws, including amendments to election sign and outdoor café by-laws, and approved a letter of support for Ukraine.

• Approved 2022 Community Grant allocations of $56,000
• Approved additional $353,533 for Salt Storage Building (unanimous)
• Deferred Cachet Developments OLT approval pending Hansen connection clarity
• Received 2021 WPCP performance report and presentation
• Received 2021 water works reports and forwarded summary to Credit Valley Conservation
• Approved by-law amendments for election signs, emergency plan, and delegation of authority
• Approved by-law enforcement agreements with Melancthon and Mulmur
• Approved letter of support for Ukraine to Prime Minister

Heritage Orangeville

Heritage Orangeville Committee is meeting to discuss a demolition request for a property on the municipal heritage register at 243 Broadway, and to consider appointing a member to review Committee of Adjustment applications. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone.

• Demolition on a Municipal Heritage Register Property - 243 Broadway
• Appointment of Committee Member to Review Committee of Adjustment Applications
• Footsteps from Our Past Project
• Facade Improvement Applications
• Correspondence: Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy; Notice of Hearing - 41 William

Heritage Orangeville approved the demolition of a garage at 243 Broadway, a non-designated heritage property, with no objection and offered to work with the owner and Phelan Design to preserve heritage style. The committee also appointed two members to review Committee of Adjustment applications near heritage properties, and received correspondence regarding a previous application from 41 William Street.

• Approved no objection to garage demolition at 243 Broadway (carried)
• Appointed Lynda Addy as primary and Councillor Sherwood as alternate for Committee of Adjustment circulation (carried)
• Received correspondence on 41 William Street appeal process (carried)
• Adopted previous meeting minutes as amended (carried)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to approve the minutes from its February 10, 2022 meeting, receive working group updates, and discuss ideas for Remembrance Day celebrations. No presentations or correspondence are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public by phone.

• Approval of 2022-02-10 meeting minutes
• Working group updates
• Remembrance Day celebration ideas discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2022

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee approved the minutes of its February 10, 2022 meeting unanimously. Members received updates on the Holi Festival of Colours (starting March 17) and the community survey (open until April 14), with no formal decisions made on these items. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of 2022-02-10 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically on March 7, 2022, to consider several staff reports and by-laws. Key items include adopting a new property standards by-law, amending the open-air burning by-law to allow burning from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and implementing a new traffic calming policy. The meeting also includes a public meeting on vehicle-for-hire regulations, presentations from Credit Valley Conservation and the Orangeville Public Library, and a closed session on confidential personnel matters.

• Public meeting on Vehicle for Hire by-law
• Property Standards By-law (CPS-2022-012) to repeal By-laws 23-82, 6-2002, 33-2002
• Open Air Burning By-law amendment to permit burning 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• Traffic Calming Final Report and Policy (INS-2022-012) implementation
• Closed meeting for confidential verbal reports on public office holders' market salary review

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee approved funding for the accessibility lift at Tony Rose, with Councillor Post to seek Council support for the remainder. If Council declines, the committee will cover the full cost up to $20,000. The motion was carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved $7,500 for accessibility lift at Tony Rose, with Council to fund remainder (unanimous)
• Approved creation of nomination form for accessibility awards (carried)
• Approved minutes of 2022-02-04 meeting (carried)

Special Council Meeting

Council approved a resolution to light Town Hall with Ukraine's colours and partner with the Poltawa Ukrainian Community Club of Terra Cotta to host a support event on Sunday, March 6, 2022. The approximate cost of $2,000 will be funded from the Council Budget - Special Events Public Relations. The meeting also passed a by-law confirming its proceedings and adjourned.

• Approved lighting Town Hall with Ukraine colours and partnering with Poltawa Ukrainian Community Club for a March 6 support event (carried)
• Approved $2,000 funding from Council Budget - Special Events Public Relations for the event (carried)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of the March 3, 2022 Special Council Meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment is meeting remotely to consider one minor variance application and elect a chair and vice chair. The main item is a request to increase the maximum front-yard fence height from 0.9 to 1.9 metres at 114 Zina Street; staff recommend refusal. The meeting is open to the public by phone, and written comments will become part of the public record.

• Minor variance application A-03/22 by Joseph Lauria for 114 Zina Street to raise front-yard fence height from 0.9 m to 1.9 m; staff recommend refusal
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of minutes from the February 2, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

The Committee of Adjustment refused a minor variance application (File No. A-03/22) to increase the maximum permitted front-yard fence height from 0.9 metres to 1.9 metres at 114 Zina Street. The initial motion to approve was defeated 2-2, and a subsequent motion to refuse was carried 3-1. The committee also approved the minutes of the previous meeting and appointed Scott Wilson as Chair and Alan Howe as Vice-Chair.

• Approved minutes of 2022-02-02 Committee of Adjustment meeting
• Appointed Scott Wilson as Committee Chair
• Appointed Alan Howe as Vice-Chair
• Refused minor variance for 1.9m front-yard fence at 114 Zina Street (3-1)

Sustainable Orangeville

Sustainable Orangeville, a Town of Orangeville committee, is meeting electronically to discuss routine business including approving previous minutes and receiving updates from sub-committees. They will also discuss planning for Earth Week 2022, the future of the seed library program, and a transit hub update.

• Approval of February 1, 2022 minutes
• Update on meeting with Raymond Osmond and Kevin Barry regarding Communities in Bloom
• Update on Active Transportation initiatives for cycling friendly community
• Update on location of third bat box
• Discussion of Earth Week 2022 schedule

The committee approved $2,600 for a bike work stand with pump along Broadway, coordinated with Infrastructure Services. It also decided to enter the non-competitive Nations Judges Tour for Communities in Bloom and discussed plans for Bike to the Farmers Market and Earth Week events. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $2,600 for bike work stand with pump on Broadway (carried)
• Entered non-competitive Nations Judges Tour for Communities in Bloom
• Adopted February 1, 2022 minutes with amendments (carried)

Council Meeting

Council received reports and approved several items, including a by-law authorizing a provincial funding agreement for storm and wastewater infrastructure, and a resolution to fly the Ukrainian flag at Town Hall. The Mayor announced the completed sale of the ORDC lands for $24.25 million. The 2022 BIA budget of $634,856 was received, and staff were directed to engage in consultation on the Dufferin County Municipal Comprehensive Review.

• Approved by-law authorizing funding agreement with Ministry of Environment for storm/wastewater projects (carried)
• Received 2022 BIA budget of $634,856 with $460,000 levy (carried)
• Directed staff to engage in consultation on Dufferin County Municipal Comprehensive Review (carried)
• Approved flying Ukrainian flag at Town Hall (carried)
• Received planning applications activity summary for 2021 (carried)
• Received fare-free transit report (carried)
• Approved minutes of Feb 14, 2022 council meeting (carried)
• Received correspondence from Township of Melancthon on infrastructure funding (carried)

Orangeville Public Library Board

The Orangeville Public Library Board is meeting to receive a long-term business and branding strategy prepared by Key Gordon / TCI Consultants and consider forming a steering committee for implementation. The board will also review and potentially adopt an updated Exam Proctoring Policy, receive several information items and reports, and acknowledge executed collection agreements with neighbouring townships.

• Receive Long-term Business and Branding Strategy (Feb 2022) by Key Gordon / TCI Consultants
• Adopt Exam Proctoring Policy dated Feb 23, 2022
• Receive 2022 Collection Agreements with Township of Amaranth, Township of East Garafraxa, and Town of Mono
• Receive 2021 Library Services Index and CEO Report
• Receive OLA and FOPL 2022 Ontario Pre-Budget Submission

The Orangeville Public Library Board received the Long-term Business and Branding Strategy prepared by Key Gordon / TCI Consultants and established a steering committee to develop an implementation plan. The board also adopted a new Exam Proctoring Policy. Minutes from the December 8, 2021 meeting were approved, and information items and correspondence were received.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2021 meeting (carried)
• Received information items including CEO report and pre-budget submission (carried)
• Received Long-term Business and Branding Strategy and established steering committee (carried)
• Adopted Exam Proctoring Policy dated February 23, 2022 (carried)
• Received correspondence including collection agreements with Amaranth, East Garafraxa, and Mono (carried)

Heritage Orangeville

Heritage Orangeville Committee is meeting remotely to approve minutes, receive a delegation from Councillor Grant Peters, discuss a video tour of the Footsteps booklet, and receive correspondence including heritage decisions for properties at 35 Second Street and 43A First Street. No facade improvement applications are on the agenda.

• Decision A02-22 for 35 Second Street
• Decision A01-22 for 43A First Street
• Correspondence on Heritage and Jane's Walks
• Correspondence on Bluestone Research (Well 5-5A)
• Video tour of Footsteps booklet

The committee discussed a potential Heritage Conservation District (HCD) expansion, with Councillor Peters seeking feedback on revisiting the topic. Members agreed to seek direction from Council before endorsing any expansion, and considered dividing the proposed district into two sections. No formal decision was made on the expansion. The committee also noted that a video tour project cannot proceed with the allocated budget and will explore alternatives.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (carried unanimously)
• Received correspondence from Bluestone Research with no further comment (carried unanimously)
• Received correspondence (carried)
• Discussed HCD expansion, agreed to seek Council direction before endorsement
• Confirmed video tour project cannot proceed with allocated budget; alternatives to be discussed in March

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically on February 14, 2022, to consider several staff reports and by-laws, including agreements for EV charging stations, winter road maintenance, mutual aid, and transit gas tax funding. Council will also hear a notice of motion to repurpose the Fire Hall property for a crisis care bed facility and a Habitat for Humanity build. The meeting includes a closed session for personal matters and several proclamations.

• Approve MOU with County of Dufferin for 2-unit EV station at Alder Street Recreation Centre parking lot (3-year term, Dec 1 2021–Nov 30 2024)
• Enter winter maintenance agreement with Dufferin County for roads
• Enter mutual aid agreement with Ontario Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network (OnWARN)
• Authorize signing of Provincial Transit Gas Tax Funding Agreement with Ministry of Transportation for 2021/22
• Deny sign variance for additional ground sign (7.5m x 3m) at 150 First Street (Orangeville Mall)

Council approved a motion to appropriate the Fire Hall at 10 Dawson Rd and about 1 acre of land for a Crisis Care Bed Facility run by SHIP, conditional on operational support, zoning, value recovery, and approvals. It also directed staff to study severing another acre for a Habitat for Humanity affordable housing project. Council denied a sign variance for an additional ground sign at 150 First Street (5-2). Several agreements were approved, including EV charging stations, winter maintenance, mutual aid, and transit gas tax funding.

• Approved motion to appropriate Fire Hall and land for Crisis Care Bed Facility, conditional on support and approvals
• Directed staff to study severing 1 acre for Habitat for Humanity build project
• Denied sign variance for additional ground sign at 150 First Street (5-2)
• Approved EV Charging Stations MOU with County of Dufferin for Alder Street Recreation Centre
• Approved Winter Maintenance Agreement with Dufferin County
• Approved OnWARN Mutual Aid Agreement unanimously
• Approved Provincial Transit Gas Tax Funding Agreement with Ministry of Transportation
• Approved by-laws for agreements and confirmation of proceedings

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to approve previous minutes, discuss an updated community survey draft, receive working group updates, and consider a letter from a resident regarding the Town's vaccine policy. The meeting is open to the public by phone.

• Approve minutes from January 13, 2022 meeting
• Review updated Community Survey draft (2021-12-03)
• Discuss Remembrance Day celebration ideas
• Consider letter from Ms. Peggy Bond regarding Town of Orangeville Vaccine Policy
• Receive Holi Festival Working Group update

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee held a routine meeting, approving previous minutes and receiving correspondence, including a letter about the town's vaccine policy. The committee discussed updates on the community survey, working group activities, and Remembrance Day ideas, but made no major policy decisions.

• Approved minutes of 2022-01-13 meeting (unanimous)
• Received correspondence from Ms. Peggy Bond regarding vaccine policy (unanimous)
• Held closed meeting for personal matters and litigation (unanimous)
• Received correspondence on personal matters from closed meeting (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

This is a special electronic meeting of Orangeville Town Council. The main substantive item is a closed session to hear a confidential verbal report from Mayor Brown regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual (a public office holder). After the closed session, council will reconvene in open session to receive the report and direct staff accordingly. The only other business is routine: approving the agenda, a confirmation by-law, and adjournment.

• Closed meeting under s. 239(2) of the Municipal Act for confidential verbal report from Mayor Brown on public office holders
• Confirmation by-law for proceedings of the February 8, 2022 closed and special council meeting
• No staff reports listed
• Public question period available by phone at 12:30 p.m.

The special council meeting was largely procedural. Council approved the agenda, held a closed session to discuss a confidential verbal report from the mayor about personal matters of a public office holder, and then received the report in open session, directing staff to proceed as instructed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (2022-045)
• Held closed meeting for confidential verbal report (2022-046)
• Convened out of closed session at 1:02 p.m. (2022-047)
• Received confidential verbal report and directed staff to proceed (2022-048)
• Passed by-law to confirm proceedings of closed and special meeting (2022-049)
• Adjourned at 1:03 p.m. (2022-050)

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing non-agenda items for information only. Council will review seven resolutions from other Ontario municipalities on topics such as justice system accountability, rural bridge funding, MPAC assessments, sexual assault services, national childcare, and fire safety. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for council's information.

• City of Brantford resolutions on addressing and closing the revolving door of justice
• Township of Adjala-Tosorontio funding request for rural bridge and culvert replacements
• Municipality of Shuniah resolution on MPAC province-wide assessment
• Town of Bracebridge support for Muskoka Parry Sound Sexual Assault Services
• Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake resolution on national childcare program

Public Meeting

This is a public meeting of Orangeville Town Council. Council will hear presentations and receive reports on proposed amendments to the Property Standards By-law and a rezoning application for 33-37 Broadway. The meeting also includes closed session items, a public question period, and confirmation of by-laws.

• Proposed amendments to Property Standards By-law (CPS2021059)
• Rezoning application for 33-37 Broadway (RZ-2021-02)
• Closed session: by-law enforcement matter, vaccination policy for public office holders, warming centre contract, Pullen Well
• Public question period via phone (Conference ID: 776 646 665#)

The February 7, 2022 public meeting included a presentation on proposed Property Standards By-law amendments and a statutory public meeting for a zoning amendment at 33-37 Broadway to allow a 9-storey mixed-use building. No decisions were made on these items; they were received for information. The confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings was defeated.

• Approved agenda (2022-039)
• Held closed meeting for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters (2022-040)
• Received closed meeting reports and directed staff to proceed (2022-041)
• Received 33-37 Broadway public meeting information report (2022-042)
• Defeated by-law to confirm proceedings (2022-043)
• Adjourned at 8:13 p.m. (2022-044)

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss accessibility-related items. They will hear presentations on playground options for East Garafraxa and new directions for forest properties, and will review reports on grants, awards, signs, pathways, ramps, and election accessibility. The meeting includes routine adoption of previous minutes.

• Presentation: East Garafraxa Playground Options Report by R.J. Burnside and Associates
• Presentation: New Directions for Forest Properties by County Forest Manager
• Discussion: Accessibility Committee Grant Report
• Discussion: Stop Gap Ramps Update
• Discussion: Municipal Election Accessibility Review

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee heard presentations on a proposed playground in East Garafraxa and new directions for County forest properties, offering accessibility suggestions. They approved the previous meeting's minutes and selected a February accessibility tip. No formal decisions were made on the presentations.

• Approved minutes of 2022-01-06 meeting
• Selected February tip of the month on heart health and lever door handles

Committee of Adjustment

The Orangeville Committee of Adjustment is holding a statutory public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. Staff recommend approving both: one to allow a triplex at 43A First Street and another to permit a rear addition and wider driveway at 35 Second Street. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• File A-01/22: 43A First Street – reduce side yard setback from 1.8m to 1.2m for triplex (applicant 2649533 Ontario Inc.)
• File A-02/22: 35 Second Street – reduce side yard setback from 1.5m to 1.2m and allow 7.52m driveway for rear addition (applicant Alan McFayden)
• Approval of A-01/22 conditioned on Site Plan application SPA-2021-05
• Adoption of minutes from December 1, 2021 meeting

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications: one for a wider driveway at 43A First Street and another for a driveway and setback reduction at 35 Second Street. Both approvals were carried unanimously. The committee also acknowledged the resignation of Chair Hiedi Murray.

• Approved minor variance A-01/22 at 43A First Street to reduce side yard setback from 1.8m to 1.2m, conditional on site plan approval (carried)
• Approved minor variance A-02/22 at 35 Second Street to reduce side yard setback from 1.5m to 1.2m and permit a 7.52m-wide driveway (carried)
• Adopted minutes of the 2021-12-01 meeting (carried)

Sustainable Orangeville

Sustainable Orangeville, a Town of Orangeville committee, is meeting electronically on February 1, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and receiving updates from sub-committees. The main discussion item is a cycling and pedestrian safety update, plus correspondence about Communities in Bloom and Earth Day 2022.

• Cycling and Pedestrian Safety Update discussion
• Adoption of minutes from December 7, 2021 meeting
• Communities in Bloom correspondence: 2022 judging in late June-July, Scotts Canada Gro for Good Grants close Feb 28, 2022
• Earth Day 2022 event preparations noted
• Sub-committee updates: Waste, Communities in Bloom, Active Transportation, Urban Harvest, Bat Boxes, Community Gardens

Sustainable Orangeville approved $400 for active transportation campaigns, including bike-to-school and bike-to-farmer's-market events. The committee also discussed Communities in Bloom, urban harvest branding, bat box placement, and a potential new development at Broadway and Sherbourne. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $400 for Active Transportation (carried)
• Adopted minutes of December 7, 2021 meeting (carried)

Council Meeting

Orangeville Council is meeting electronically on January 24, 2022, to receive staff reports and consider several recommendations. Key items include accepting a homelessness needs assessment and a $2,500 donation to the University of Guelph, scheduling public meetings on property standards and vehicle-for-hire by-laws, adopting a policy on use of corporate resources during elections, and deciding on heritage property matters. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and by-laws.

• Approve $2,500 donation to University of Guelph Research Shop for homelessness needs assessment
• Hold public meeting Feb 7, 2022 on Property Standards By-law amendments
• Adopt Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy
• Hold public meeting Mar 7, 2022 on proposed Vehicle for Hire By-law
• Remove 15 Faulkner Street from Municipal Heritage Register; not oppose demolition of garage at 35 Second Street

Council passed a by-law to extend open air burning with a permit until March 8, 2022, allowing burning between 12:00 pm and 11:00 pm, with a 6-1 vote. Council also accepted the Men's Homelessness Committee's needs assessment, approved a $2,500 donation to the University of Guelph, and directed staff to report on a warming shelter policy. Several other items were approved, including property standards by-law amendments, a vehicle for hire by-law public meeting, and removal of a property from the heritage register.

• Extended open air burning hours until March 8, 2022 (6-1)
• Accepted Men's Homelessness Committee needs assessment and approved $2,500 donation to University of Guelph
• Directed staff to report on warming shelter policy and announced Tony Rose as warming facility from Jan 31
• Scheduled public meeting for Property Standards By-law amendments on Feb 7, 2022
• Adopted Use of Corporate Resources During an Election Policy
• Scheduled public meeting for Vehicle for Hire By-law on March 7, 2022
• Supported removal of 15 Faulkner Street from Municipal Heritage Register with condition
• Did not oppose demolition of garage at 35 Second Street

Heritage Orangeville

The Heritage Orangeville Committee is meeting to discuss heritage recognition awards, a plaque application for 93 Mill Street, Heritage Week banners, and a quarterly newsletter. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone and written comments accepted.

• Awareness Plaque Application for 93 Mill Street
• Heritage Community Recognition Awards discussion
• Heritage Week Banners update
• Quarterly Newsletter update
• Notices of change of ownership for 239 Broadway and 35 Second Street

Heritage Orangeville approved two Heritage Community Recognition Awards for 33 First Street and 12 York Street, to be presented at the February 14 Council meeting. The committee also approved an awareness plaque for 93 Mill Street, pending historical confirmation, and postponed the Heritage Week exhibit due to low foot traffic from health regulations. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Heritage Community Recognition Awards for 33 First St and 12 York St (unanimous)
• Approved Awareness Plaque for 93 Mill St, pending historical info (unanimous)
• Postponed Heritage Week exhibit for another year (unanimous)
• Approved focusing on Heritage Week proclamation and banners instead of display (unanimous)
• Chose 'Design through the Decades' as proclamation theme (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Received correspondence (unanimous)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting electronically to discuss community survey testing, working group updates, and a Remembrance Day ceremony update. A presentation is scheduled from Nancy Simms, Director of the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Diversity at Humber College. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation by Nancy Simms, Director, Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Diversity, Humber College
• Discussion: Community Survey Test
• Updates from Working Groups
• Update on Town Remembrance Day Ceremony and discussion with Orangeville Legion
• Adoption of minutes from 2021-12-09 meeting

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee approved the draft community survey with recommended changes, including multi-device access, added definitions, accessible formats, paper copies, and technical support wording. The committee also heard a presentation from Humber College's Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Diversity and received updates from working groups. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft community survey with changes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 2021-12-09 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Men's Homelessness Committee

The Men's Homelessness Committee is meeting electronically to review a University of Guelph needs assessment on men's homelessness in Dufferin County and to discuss drafted recommendations for a report to Council. They will also consider a letter about the need for a men's shelter. This is the last scheduled meeting; any further meetings will be called by the Chair.

• Review of University of Guelph Men's Homelessness Needs Assessment Report
• Discussion of drafted recommendations for report to Council
• Correspondence letter regarding need for men's shelter
• Adoption of minutes from December 15, 2021 meeting

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several financial matters including the 2022 interim tax levy and temporary borrowing. Discussion items include a downtown parking review, cemetery by-law updates, and development options for Broadway property.

• Development of 82, 86-90 Broadway
• Cemetery By-law update regarding fees and maintenance funds
• Appointment of BluMetric Environmental Inc. as Risk Management Official
• 2022 Interim Tax Levy collection
• Downtown Paid Parking Review presentation

Council confirmed the sale of ORDC lands in Brampton to the City of Brampton for $24.5 million and directed issuance of a press release. Council also passed a by-law to regulate election signs, limiting signs on public boulevards to 50 per candidate, after a motion to limit to 50 total was defeated. Other actions included approving interim borrowing and tax levy by-laws, amending the cemetery by-law, and appointing BluMetric Environmental Inc. as Risk Management Official.

• Confirmed sale of ORDC lands in Brampton to City of Brampton for $24.5M (carried)
• Defeated motion to limit election signs on public boulevards to 50 (3-4)
• Passed by-law to regulate election signs, repealing By-law 29-2013 (6-1)
• Approved 2022 interim borrowing by-law (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 interim tax levy by-law (carried)
• Amended cemetery by-law to update fees and delete Schedule B (carried)
• Appointed BluMetric Environmental Inc. as Risk Management Official under Clean Water Act (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate false alarm call costs and implement billing (carried)

Council Information Items

This is a Council Information Package containing non-agenda items for information only. Council is reviewing correspondence from other municipalities and provincial bodies on topics such as provincial court backlog, catch and release justice, conversion therapy, childcare programs, recidivism rates, property assessments, bus stop safety, and Quebec's Bill 21. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Minister of Environment annual report on drinking water
• Town of Halton Hills resolution on provincial court backlog
• City of Sarnia letter on catch and release justice
• Town of Fort Erie childcare program letter
• Township of Scugog resolution on bus stop dead end roads

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

This is the agenda for the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee's electronic meeting on January 6, 2022. The committee will approve prior minutes and discuss several accessibility-related items, including neighbourhood awareness signs, audio pedestrian signals education, a planning circulation for 43A First Street, Stop Gap ramps, and an accessibility awards program. No presentations or correspondence are listed.

• Discussion of Neighbourhood Awareness Signs
• Discussion of Education for Audio Pedestrian Signals
• Planning Circulation, 43A First Street
• Stop Gap Ramps Update
• Accessibility Awards Program

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee approved a motion to seek council approval for a Neighbourhood Awareness Signs program with annual reviews. It also approved moving forward with the Dufferin Accessibility Awards, with categories and a nomination period leading to presentation during Accessibility Week, May 29 to June 4, 2022. The committee discussed audio pedestrian signals, noting the signal at First and Broadway is not in the 2022 capital budget, and had no comments on the 43A First Street development. No other substantive decisions were made; items like Stop Gap Ramps and a Rotary Park pathway issue were deferred for future updates.

• Approved motion to seek council approval for Neighbourhood Awareness Signs program with annual review (carried)
• Approved Dufferin Accessibility Awards with categories: small, medium, large businesses, community groups, community champion (carried)
• Approved nomination period to be set for awards presentation during Accessibility Week, May 29 to June 4, 2022 (carried)
• Approved Steve Murphy to investigate Dufferin County funding for awards (carried)
• Approved asking Larry Rankin to provide tip of the month for January 2022 (carried)
• Approved conducting a poll to determine 2022 meeting dates and times (carried)
• Approved minutes of 2021-11-02 meeting (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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