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Point Edward public meetings in 2022

65 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to weigh tree request, curb cut, skating rink, vaccination policy

Point Edward Council's regular meeting on December 13, 2022, includes routine approvals (minutes, financial statements, building permit report) and several new business items. Council will discuss a tree planting request at 19 Maud Street, a curb cut application at 19 Louisa Street, the 2023 budget timeline, a vaccination policy for elected and appointed officials, committee meeting times, and a proposal for an outdoor skating rink. They will also consider by-laws appointing a deputy mayor and confirming council resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council suspends vaccination policy for elected and appointed officials

Council approved November 2022 financial statements for general operations and environmental services. The board suspended the vaccination policy for elected and appointed officials and approved a conditional curb cut application for 19 Louisa Street. A proposal for an outdoor skating rink was referred to the Operations Manager for review.

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Thu Nov 24, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide minor variance for 365 Victoria Avenue

The Point Edward Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one minor variance application for a property at 365 Victoria Avenue. The committee will also approve minutes from its October 27, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a staff report, correspondence, and site plans for the application.

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Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 4:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to review vaccination policy, food truck tender, and committee appointments

Point Edward Council is meeting to handle routine business, including delegations, minutes, and financial reports. Key items for discussion include a review of the COVID-19 vaccination policy for elected and appointed officials, a food truck tender for 2023-2025, and appointments to council committees. The council will also consider a sponsorship request from the Bluewater Anglers and a request for financial support from Lambton Condo Corporation #53.

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✓ Decided: Council approves food truck agreement and $5,000 salmon derby grant

Council approved a three-year food service vehicle agreement for Waterfront Park and a grant for the Bluewater Anglers Salmon Derby. The board also approved October financial statements and voted to support the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority regarding Bill 23.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Point Edward Police Board to review OPP report and financials

The Point Edward Police Services Board is meeting to review the OPP report for September/October 2022 and monthly financial statements for September and October 2022. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

New council sworn in at Point Edward special meeting

This is a special council meeting for the swearing-in of the newly elected mayor and councillors. The agenda includes oaths of office, declarations, and remarks from elected officials, followed by a confirmation by-law and adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Greg Grimes as Deputy Mayor

The special meeting focused on the installation of newly elected officials. Mayor Bev Hand and Councillors Greg Grimes, Paul Burgess, Tim Mondoux, and Lauren Drury took their oaths of office. Council then appointed Greg Grimes to the role of Deputy Mayor.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review new Open Air Burning By-Law

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review a draft Open Air Burning By-Law, which Council has directed staff to prepare for the committee's recommendations. The committee will also review the October 2022 fire monthly report, financial statements, and health and safety inspection sheets. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering minutes, business arising, and correspondence.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee amends proposed Open Air Burning By-Law and opens public review

The Committee approved amendments to a proposed Open Air Burning By-Law, including changing permitted burn start times to 10 a.m. and adding provisions for unfounded complaint fines. The draft will be posted for public feedback until early January 2023. The Committee also received the October 2022 fire monthly report and financial statements.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Committee to review October environmental services report and infrastructure study

The Environmental Services Committee is meeting to review the October 2022 monthly report and financial statements, discuss the Village Services Study (which received no proposals), and consider next steps for the digester lid replacement project. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves new RFP for water and wastewater infrastructure review

The Environmental Services Committee approved a new request for proposals for a review of water, wastewater, and storm water management infrastructure. The committee also received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for October 2022.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to open food truck tenders, review finances

The Point Edward Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, reviewing bank reconciliations and financial statements, and addressing property standards. The committee will also open tenders for a food services vehicle in Waterfront Park.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee receives bank reconciliations and financial statements

The Committee received and filed the September bank reconciliations for General and Water accounts, as well as financial statements ending October 31, 2022. Tenders for food trucks were opened, with results to be reported to Council on November 22, 2022.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to hear bike/scooter rental proposal, review arena and public works reports

The Operations Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Katelyn Bedard of RYDN Eco-Friendly Transportation about a proposed bike/scooter rental service in the village. The committee will also review monthly reports and financial statements for the arena and public works, and discuss replacing a broken hot chocolate dispenser in the concession area.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $2,500 for hot chocolate dispenser and requests rental bike report

The Operations Committee approved funding for a concession hot chocolate dispenser and requested a staff report on a proposed eco-friendly bike and scooter rental service. The committee also addressed truck navigation issues on Mara Street and received monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works.

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Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to hear water connection funding requests and fee by-law

Point Edward Council meets to hear three delegations requesting financial support for water system connections, consider a new fees and charges by-law, and discuss several administrative items including future meeting dates and a social media policy. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial statements, and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Council awards Active Transportation Study to Paradigm Transportation Solution Ltd.

Council approved a new transportation study and passed a by-law establishing various service fees. Financial statements for September 2022 were approved for both general operations and environmental services. A temporary amendment to the Open Air Burning By-Law was also passed.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee reviews September operations and finances

The Environmental Services Committee of Point Edward is meeting to review routine operational and financial matters. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a health and safety inspection report, the September monthly report, and financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2022. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives and files routine reports and inspection sheets

The Environmental Services Committee met on October 11, 2022, and approved three routine items: receiving and filing the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Environmental Services monthly report for September 2022, and the monthly financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2022. No substantive decisions or controversial matters were discussed; all items were carried without debate.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review Open Air Burning By-Law

The Fire Committee will discuss a recommended review of the Open Air Burning By-Law following complaints regarding bonfires. The meeting also includes reviews of September 2022 monthly reports, financial statements, and health and safety inspection sheets.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives reports, reviews burning by-law, and discusses radio issues

The Fire Committee received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the September 2022 Fire Monthly Report, and the monthly financial statements. No substantive decisions were made; items discussed included a review of the Open Air Burning By-Law and ongoing radio frequency issues with BearCom.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to review food truck RFP and active transportation study award

The Operations Committee is meeting to review monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, discuss health and safety inspection sheets, and consider two procurement items: a Request for Proposals for food vending services in Waterfront Park and the results of an RFP for an Active Transportation Study. The committee will also review monthly financial statements for both departments.

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✓ Decided: Committee awards Active Transportation Study to Paradigm Consulting

The Operations Committee voted to award the Active Transportation Study Project to Paradigm Consulting, with the scope expanded to include cycling facilities on Venetian Boulevard. The committee also received and filed monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works departments, and discussed updates to the Food Truck Request for Proposals, including biodegradable container requirements and cleanliness penalties.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance committee to review fees, bank reconciliations, financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review August bank reconciliations for general and water accounts, discuss a fee review as required by the recently implemented Fee By-Law, and examine financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2022. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, business arising, and health and safety inspection sheets.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves fee increases for food vehicles, arena rentals

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several fee adjustments, including a $1,400 fee for food service vehicles and increases to ice and floor time rentals at the arena. It also adopted a policy to double fees when proper licences are not obtained before work begins. The committee received and filed bank reconciliations, financial statements, and a health and safety inspection report.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider food waste composting pilot, motorcycle parking, and deck replacement

Point Edward Council is meeting to hear delegations on a food waste composting pilot program, animal control concerns, and the 2021 financial statements. Under new business, Council will consider the composting program, designated motorcycle parking in Waterfront Park, archaeological work for a playground expansion, a home occupation permit at 307 Louisa Street, and replacement of the Municipal Office deck. They will also review committee reports, financial statements, and a procedural by-law review request.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2 purchase of former golf course land for parkland

Council approved acquiring parts of the former Holiday Inn Golf Course for $2 to use as passive parkland and Species at Risk habitat. Staff were directed to review the animal control bylaw and bring recommendations. The 2021 financial statements were approved. A home occupation permit at 307 Louisa Street was approved, and up to $20,000 was authorized for municipal office deck replacement.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to consider curb cut request at 201 Louisa Street

This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a request from the owners of 201 Louisa Street for a new curb cut to facilitate construction of their new home. Council will also consider a by-law to confirm resolutions adopted up to and including September 22, 2022. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, and potential in-camera session.

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✓ Decided: Council granted curb cut at 201 Louisa Street with conditions

Council approved a curb cut request for 201 Louisa Street subject to departmental conditions. Council also adjourned to an in-camera session to discuss a proposed land acquisition, then reconvened and passed a by-law confirming all resolutions.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Police Services Board reviews July and August reports

The Police Services Board will review the Ontario Provincial Police report for July and August 2022. The board will also review monthly financial statements for the periods ending July 31, 2022, and August 31, 2022.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee reviews monthly reports and financial statements

The Operations Committee will review health and safety inspection sheets for the Arena and Public Works. The committee will also review monthly activity reports and financial statements for July and August 2022.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance committee to review bank reconciliations and financial statements

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review routine financial matters, including bank reconciliations for May through July and financial statements for periods ending July 31 and August 31, 2022. They will also receive an update on upcoming special events in the Village. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives and files financial statements and inspection reports

The Finance and Administration Committee received and filed bank reconciliations for May, June, and July 2022, financial statements for July and August 2022, and Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets for the Municipal Office. A quote for replacing the back deck at the municipal office, deemed a health and safety hazard, will be added to the September 27 Council agenda. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received and filed.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee reviews July-August reports and financials

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review routine items including prior minutes, a health and safety inspection, monthly fire reports for July and August 2022, and financial statements for those periods. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives and files monthly reports and financials

The Fire Committee met on September 13, 2022, and received updates on ongoing tasks, including basement repairs and hydrant issues. The committee received and filed the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for July and August 2022, and the Fire Monthly Financial Statements for July and August 2022. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded beyond receiving and filing reports.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee reviews July-August reports and finances

The Environmental Services Committee is meeting to review routine operational items, including prior meeting minutes, ongoing tasks, health and safety inspection sheets, and monthly reports for July and August 2022. The committee will also review financial statements for water, wastewater, and storm stations for those periods. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee chair authorized to join new Water Building Committee

The Environmental Services Committee authorized its chair to become a member of a new Water Building Committee. The committee also received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the monthly Environmental Services report for July and August 2022, and the financial statements for July and August 2022. No other decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

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Mon Aug 29, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council discusses active transportation and athletic association funding

The Village Council is considering a resolution to authorize an agreement for the Active Transportation Fund. Additionally, the council will discuss a funding request from the Point Edward Minor Athletic Association for a new arena ice surface logo.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Active Transportation Fund agreement and $1,350 for minor athletic association

Council confirmed it meets requirements for the Canada-Active Transportation Fund agreement and authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute it. It also approved $1,350 from the Mayor's account for the Point Edward Minor Athletic Association's centre ice logo. Council then moved into closed session to discuss a potential land acquisition, and later reconvened to pass a confirmation by-law.

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Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider Venetian Harbour permit agreement and sidewalk work

Point Edward Council is meeting to consider several items, including a conditional building permit agreement for Venetian Harbour Developments, sidewalk replacement on Louisa Street and Errol Road, and a request from Point Brewing Company about food options. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, financial reports, and by-laws.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Venetian Harbour agreement and sidewalk replacement

Council passed By-Law 21 authorizing an agreement with Venetian Harbour Developments for a conditional building permit, and authorized sidewalk replacement on Louisa Street and Errol Road. Financial statements for June 2022 were approved, and several committee minutes were adopted. The meeting also included procedural items and reports.

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Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Police board to review OPP report and financial statements

The Point Edward Police Services Board is meeting to review the OPP report for May and June 2022, along with monthly financial statements for those periods. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: OPP report on drug, weapons, theft incidents received and filed

The Point Edward Police Services Board received and filed the OPP report for May and June 2022, which detailed two drug-related incidents, two assaults, two weapons calls, a robbery, and nine thefts. The board also approved the prior meeting's minutes and the financial statements for May and June 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to discuss Alfred Street speed humps and arena roof replacement

The Operations Committee is meeting to review monthly reports, discuss the Alfred Street speed hump and parking restrictions, and consider options for the arena roof replacement project. The committee will also review financial statements for June 2022 and receive updates on ongoing tasks.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves arena roof RFP and dual hot water system

The Operations Committee approved issuing a Request for Proposal for the Arena Roof Replacement project and authorized the Operations Manager to proceed with installing a dual hot water system at the arena, with funds temporarily allocated from the emergency reserve. The committee also received and filed monthly reports for the Arena and Public Works, and approved several other actions including purchasing solar lights for Monk Street Park and obtaining pricing for crosswalks and a community safety zone on Michigan Avenue.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to start tax sale on three properties with arrears

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to discuss tax arrears, a parking lot repair update, and the Bluewater Power dividend. They will also review financial statements for June 2022. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and declarations of interest.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives reports, plans tax sale letters

The Finance and Administration Committee met on July 12, 2022, and handled routine matters. It received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, a report on tax arrears, information on Bluewater Power dividends, and financial statements for June 30, 2022. The CAO will send final letters to property owners about a potential tax sale and will contact G-Tel for locates regarding the municipal office parking lot. No major decisions were made; all items were received and filed.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee reviews June reports and financials

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review routine items including prior minutes, ongoing tasks, health and safety inspection sheets, the June 2022 fire monthly report, and financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives June report, flags hydrant and truck issues

The Fire Committee received and filed the June 2022 fire monthly report and financial statements, and the JHSC inspection sheets for the Fire Hall. The report noted ongoing COVID-19 delays for bunker gear, concerns about multiple fire hydrants out of service, and an alarm issue with the number 1 fire truck. The CAO was directed to investigate giant hogweed sightings and the emergency button at the splashpad washrooms.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

✓ Decided: Committee advances private hydrant by-law to Council

The Environmental Services Committee approved sending By-Law 20 of 2022 to the July 26 Council meeting for approval, along with letters to private hydrant owners. They also received and filed the June 2022 monthly report and financial statements. No other substantive decisions were made; ongoing tasks include pipe testing and a future building committee.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council directs Cadieux back to Committee of Adjustment for 2-storey variance

Council received a report on the Cadieux Development Proposal at 201 Louisa Street and directed the proponent back to the Committee of Adjustment to obtain the appropriate variance for a second storey, waiving the application fee. Council also approved several financial statements, supported withdrawing from blue box management beyond June 30, 2023, and approved a curb cut at 30 Alfred Street. Various staff reports were requested on sidewalk, parking, and crosswalk matters.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Point Edward council holds special meeting, mostly closed session

This is a special council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main substantive item is a resolution to adjourn to a closed 'in camera' session, followed by a report on that closed session. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council directs sale closure of 200 Exmouth Street property

Council held a special meeting and immediately went into a closed session to discuss litigation. After reconvening, they directed the Mayor and CAO to execute an agreement to close the sale of the property at 200 Exmouth Street. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Committee to weigh taking over private hydrant and valve maintenance

The Environmental Services Committee is meeting to review routine reports, including the May 2022 monthly report and financial statements. A key discussion will be whether Village staff should take over maintenance of private hydrants and valves, with staff instructed to review the policy.

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✓ Decided: Committee directs policy for private hydrant maintenance

The Environmental Services Committee approved a motion to develop a policy requiring private hydrant and valve owners to maintain and exercise them annually at their own cost, with documentation provided to the Village and Fire Department. The committee also received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the May 2022 monthly report, and the financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2022. Hydrant flushing is tentatively scheduled for mid-July, with resident notice to follow.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to review foodcycler trial, Genie Lift, and memorial basket program

The Operations Committee is meeting to review monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, discuss a possible green bin program based on a FoodCycler trial, consider keeping the Village-owned Genie Lift, and explore a memorial program for hanging flower baskets. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee sets summer floor rental rates, keeps $1,000/day

The Operations Committee approved a full-day summer floor rental rate of $1,000 and established a $500 per day rate for set-up and tear-down days. It also received and filed monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works, and directed staff to prepare reports on a municipally operated green recycling program, the Genie Lift, and a memorial program for hanging baskets. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to discuss Bill 109 site plan delegation and review finances

The Finance and Administration Committee will hear from county planning staff about Bill 109, which requires delegating site plan approval to municipal staff. The committee will also review April bank reconciliations and financial statements for May 2022, along with routine items like minutes and health and safety inspections.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends by-law delegating site plan approval to CAO

The Finance and Administration Committee recommended that staff prepare a by-law to delegate site plan approval authority to the Chief Administrative Officer, in response to Bill 109 Planning Act changes. The committee also received and filed the April bank reconciliations, financial statements for May 2022, and health and safety inspection sheets. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or ongoing tasks.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review May 2022 operations and finances

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review routine fire department business, including the prior meeting's minutes, ongoing tasks, health and safety inspection sheets, the May 2022 monthly report, and financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives May reports, discusses emergency plans

The Fire Committee received and filed the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for May 2022, and the financial statements for the period ending May 31, 2022. The committee also discussed ongoing items, including basement repairs, Sourcewell purchasing/leasing options, and a proposal to use the Research Park's Emergency Operations Centre during emergencies. No major decisions were made beyond accepting the reports.

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Tue May 24, 2022 · 3:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider 2022 tax levy by-law and home occupation permit

Point Edward Council is meeting to consider a by-law to levy taxes for 2022 and a home occupation permit application at 204 Louisa Street, including a request to waive the $100 fee. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, financial reports for April 2022, committee reports, and a building permit update. No delegations are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 2022 tax levy by-law and approves home occupation permit

Council passed By-Law 16 of 2022 to levy taxes for 2022, and approved a Home Occupation Permit Application while denying the request to waive the fee. Council also approved April 2022 financial statements for General Operations and Environmental Services, and directed the lawyer to send an agreement to facilitate the sale of 200 Exmouth Street. All resolutions were carried unanimously.

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Thu May 19, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Point Edward Council meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022

The agenda consists of procedural items including a land acknowledgement and the potential for an in-camera session. The council will also consider By-Law Number 15 of 2022 to confirm previous resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council directs revised agreement for 200 Exmouth St sale

Council met and, after a closed session, instructed the CAO and lawyer to prepare a revised agreement for the sale of 200 Exmouth Street, with changes to be reviewed at an in-camera meeting on May 24. The only formal decision was to confirm all resolutions passed up to that date. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Thu May 19, 2022 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Point Edward Police Services Board meeting on May 19, 2022

The Police Services Board will review the Ontario Provincial Police report for March and April 2022. The board will also review monthly financial statements for those same periods.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward police board receives OPP report, financials

The Point Edward Police Services Board approved the minutes from March 10, 2022, and received and filed the OPP report for March and April 2022, along with financial statements for periods ending March 31 and April 30, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Committee to discuss wastewater COVID-19 testing, water meter streamlining

The Environmental Services Committee is meeting to review routine items including prior minutes, monthly reports, and financial statements. New business includes updates on a proposed ultrafiltration membrane partnership with Lambton College, a request to use the sewage plant for COVID-19 wastewater testing, and a plan to streamline water meter installation with Bluewater Power.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives reports, discusses hydrant services and meter projects

The Environmental Services Committee received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the April 2022 monthly report, and the financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; discussions included potential hydrant services, meter replacement cost savings, and ongoing projects.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee reviews April reports and financials

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review routine items: prior minutes, ongoing tasks, a health and safety inspection, the April 2022 fire monthly report, and financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2022. No decisions or new business items are listed beyond these reviews.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives April report, financials; no major decisions

The Fire Committee met on May 10, 2022, and reviewed the April 2022 Fire Monthly Report and financial statements. No substantive decisions were made; the committee only received and filed the reports. Updates included Marine 2 being in the water, the department stepping down from Sarnia Control Group meetings, and the emergency siren being out of service pending a battery replacement.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Point Edward finance committee to review April financial statements and March bank reconciliations

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to handle routine financial business, including reviewing March bank reconciliations for the general and water accounts, and financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, a joint health and safety committee inspection report, and correspondence. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives and files routine financial reports

The Finance and Administration Committee reviewed and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the March bank reconciliations for General and Water, and the financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2022. All recommendations were carried. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee to review tennis court repairs, memorial plaque request

The Point Edward Operations Committee is meeting to review monthly reports from the Arena and Public Works departments, discuss new business including a memorial plaque request and tennis court repairs, and review financial statements. The agenda is largely routine, covering minutes, ongoing tasks, and health and safety inspections.

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✓ Decided: Operations Committee approves tennis court repairs and Elks memorial plaque

The Operations Committee approved up to $5,000 in tennis court repairs funded from MAT tax, with signage and notice to residents. It also authorized the Elks Club to install a memorial plaque at Waterfront Park. Monthly reports for Arena and Public Works were received and filed, along with financial statements. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on extending Bluewater Anglers lease at Waterfront Park

This is a regular council meeting with mostly routine items: adopting minutes, receiving financial reports and committee minutes, and filing AMO Watch Files. The main substantive item is a proposed by-law to extend the lease for the building in Waterfront Park leased by the Bluewater Anglers, which is due for renewal.

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✓ Decided: Council defeats motion to suspend vaccine mandate for elected officials

Council voted down a motion to suspend the Vaccination Policy for Council and Political Appointees, keeping the policy in effect. They also approved the March 2022 financial statements, adopted amended minutes from previous meetings, and passed a by-law to extend the Bluewater Anglers' lease for the Fish Hatchery Building.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee to review March 2022 operations and finances

The Environmental Services Committee of the Village of Point Edward is meeting to review routine operational and financial reports, including the March 2022 monthly report, financial statements, and a drinking water inspection report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Environmental Services Committee receives routine reports, no major decisions

The Environmental Services Committee meeting on April 14, 2022, was largely procedural. The committee received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, the March 2022 monthly report, the July 14, 2021 Drinking Water Inspection Report, and the financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; all items were routine approvals to receive and file.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

✓ Decided: Point Edward finance committee files routine reports, no major decisions

The Finance and Administration Committee met on April 14, 2022, and handled only routine matters. It received and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets for the Municipal Office, the February 2022 bank reconciliations for General and Water, and the financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; all items were approved as filed.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to review arena roof replacement, splash pad hours

The Operations Committee is meeting to review monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works, and to discuss new business including the arena roof replacement and splash pad operating hours for 2022. The agenda is largely routine, with decisions or recommendations to be made on these items.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review March 2022 fire report and financial statements

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review the March 2022 fire department monthly report, financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2022, and a fire hall inspection sheet. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, business arising, and correspondence. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives and files routine reports and inspection sheets

The Fire Committee met and handled routine administrative items. It received and filed the Fire Hall Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for March 2022, and the Fire Committee financial statements for the period ending March 31, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; all items were procedural.

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Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Budget Meeting

Council reviews 2022 capital budget with major arena, fire, and road items

Point Edward Council is reviewing the proposed 2022 Capital Budget, which includes significant expenditures for replacing the arena chiller, fire truck, and various public works equipment. The meeting is a public meeting to discuss and potentially approve these capital items, many of which were deferred from preliminary discussions due to budget constraints.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting - Conference Call

Council to vote on driveway zoning amendment and arena ice rate hike

Point Edward Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment regulating the number of driveways per lot, prompted by frequent variance requests. They will also hear funding requests from Bridgeview School Parent Council, Blue Coast Primary Care, and the Lambton Area Water Supply System, and discuss a report on potential revenue from increasing arena ice rental rates. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and committee updates, and will close with an in-camera session on personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council raises arena ice rental rates for 2022-23 season

Council approved a $10/hour increase for prime-time arena ice rentals ($210 including tax) and a $5/hour increase for non-prime rates ($85 including tax), effective September 1, 2022. They also passed a zoning by-law amendment establishing new regulations for driveway access, and approved a letter to the City of Sarnia regarding parking concerns related to the Revelree Music Festival. Financial statements for February 2022 were approved, and Deputy Mayor Grimes was appointed to the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority Board.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Point Edward Police Board reviews OPP reports and finances

The Point Edward Police Services Board is meeting by tele-conference to review routine items: prior meeting minutes, an OPP report for January and February 2022, and monthly financial statements for January and February 2022. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward police board receives OPP report, financials

The Point Edward Police Services Board met and received the OPP report for January and February 2022, which detailed 368 calls for service, including incidents related to the freedom convoy and a BB gun shooting investigation. The board also received and filed the financial statements for January and February 2022. No substantive decisions were made beyond accepting these reports.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

✓ Decided: Committee endorses County road resurfacing plan for Front Street and Michigan Avenue

The Operations Committee endorsed the County's plan to resurface Front Street from Lite Street to Michigan Avenue and Michigan Avenue from St. Clair Street to Livingston Street. The committee also received and filed monthly reports and financial statements for the Arena and Public Works, and recommended a review of arena rental rates with a report to Council. No decisions were made on ice rental rate increases; a report is due March 22, 2022.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives February reports, notes roof leak

The Fire Committee reviewed and filed the Joint Health and Safety Committee inspection sheets, the February 2022 fire monthly report, and the financial statements for the period ending February 28, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received and filed. The Fire Chief will contact Galloway Roofing to assess a leaking roof at the Fire Hall.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Point Edward finance committee to review February financials, delay budget day

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review financial statements for the period ending February 28, 2022, and to discuss a request to delay the budget meeting to April 7, 2022, due to staff absences. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes, health and safety inspection sheets, and correspondence.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives financial statements, sets budget meeting for April 7

The Finance and Administration Committee met and handled routine matters. It received and filed the financial statements for February 2022 and the JHSC inspection sheets. The CAO will contact Niagara Planning Group about a short-term rental by-law, and the budget meeting was rescheduled to April 7, 2022.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting - Conference Call

Council to discuss pandemic restrictions, fire certification, and reserve transfers

Point Edward Council is meeting by tele-conference to discuss several operational items, including year-end transfers to reserves, a response to provincial firefighter certification requirements, and a possible return to in-person meetings. Council will also consider lifting local pandemic restrictions, including the staff vaccination policy and face coverings by-law. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and committee updates.

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Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 11:00 AM

Regular Council Meeting - Conference Call

Point Edward council meets by teleconference, confirms resolutions

This is a procedural regular council meeting held by teleconference. The agenda includes a land acknowledgement, disclosure of interests, a closed session, and a confirmation by-law to ratify council resolutions adopted up to February 17, 2022. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council hears environmental assessment update for 200 Exmouth St

Council met by tele-conference and went into a closed session to discuss potential litigation, where S2S Environmental Services presented the Phase One Environmental Assessment for 200 Exmouth Street and a workplan for Phase Two and Risk Assessment. Council then reconvened and passed a by-law confirming all resolutions adopted up to and including February 17, 2022. The meeting adjourned until the next regular or special meeting.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to review capital budget and January finances

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting by tele-conference to review routine items including prior minutes, a January 2022 fire report, monthly financial statements, and the 2022 capital budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee receives and files January reports and inspection sheets

The Fire Committee met on February 8, 2022, and approved three routine recommendations: receiving and filing the JHSC inspection sheets for the Fire Hall, the Fire and Rescue Monthly Report for January 2022, and the financial statements for the period ending January 31, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational, with updates on training, Sourcewell purchasing, and convoy concerns.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Committee to review 2022 capital budget and 2021 year-end resolutions

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review the 2022 capital budget, discuss 2021 year-end resolutions, and consider a potential grant for mental health and addictions services. They will also review December 2021 bank reconciliations and financial statements for January 2022.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward finance committee approves year-end resolutions, bank reconciliations

The Finance Committee approved several routine items, including December 2021 bank reconciliations for general and water funds, the 2021 year-end resolutions for capital/operating motions, and the financial statements for January 2022. It also decided to place Municipal Accommodation Tax rebates into the MAT reserve. No decision was made on a mental health and addictions grant, with discussion deferred to later in the year.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Committee to review 2021 deficit of $65,627.57 and capital budget

The Village of Point Edward's Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Committee is meeting to review routine items including prior minutes, health and safety inspections, and the January 2022 monthly report. They will also discuss the 2021 departmental deficit of $65,627.57, review the 2022 capital budget, and consider annual reports required under Ontario regulations.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Committee to review 2022 capital budget and St. Clair Street traffic calming

The Operations Committee is meeting to review the 2022 capital budget, discuss traffic calming measures on St. Clair Street, and consider an arena sound system upgrade. They will also receive monthly reports from the arena and public works departments, and discuss the 2022 arena schedule including ice removal.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting - Conference Call

Council to weigh zoning rules for driveways and short-term rentals

Point Edward Council is meeting by tele-conference to consider two planning reports: one on residential driveway allowances after many curb cut requests, and one on regulating short-term vacation rentals. Council will also vote on several 2022 by-laws, including interim tax levies, current expenditures, and a new fee schedule, plus a delegation of authority during the lame-duck period. A delegation from the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority will update Council on the St. Clair River Area of Concern. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes and financial reports.

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✓ Decided: Council directs drafting of zoning by-law for driveway widths and STVR licensing

Council directed staff to draft a zoning by-law amendment to restrict driveway width rules to cases with multiple driveways, and to draft a licensing framework for short-term vacation rentals. Financial statements for November and December 2021 were approved, and four by-laws were passed, including interim tax levies and fees. No public meetings were held.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 9:00 AM

OPP Detachment Board of Point Edward

Point Edward Police Services Board meets to elect chair, review OPP reports

The Point Edward Police Services Board is meeting by tele-conference to elect a chair and vice-chair, review the previous meeting's minutes, and discuss new business. The board will also review the OPP Point Edward report for November and December 2021 and monthly financial statements for those periods. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Police Board elects Leaver-Luciani as chair

The Point Edward Police Services Board elected Carolyn Leaver-Luciani as Chair and Louie Mele as Vice-Chair for the 2022/2023 term. The board approved the minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting and received the OPP report for November and December 2021, which included updates on RIDE initiatives, speed monitoring, and the MHEART program. Financial statements for November and December 2021 were received and filed as unaudited.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Environmental Services

Environmental Services Committee reviews Nov/Dec 2021 reports and finances

The Village of Point Edward's Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Committee is meeting by tele-conference to review routine operational items, including prior meeting minutes, a task list, health and safety inspection sheets, and the Environmental Services monthly report for November/December 2021. The committee will also review monthly financial statements for the periods ending November 30 and December 31, 2021. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews hydrant issue, plans St. Clair St. solution

The Environmental Services Committee received and filed the task list, JHSC inspection sheets, monthly reports, and financial statements. It also directed the MES, Fire Chief, and CAO to meet to address the fire hydrant on St. Clair Street, which is affected by a deteriorated watermain, and to consider solutions for the street's construction.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 10:30 AM

Fire Committee

Fire Committee to discuss vehicle replacements and hydrant outage

The Point Edward Fire Committee is meeting to review routine items including prior minutes, a task list, and monthly reports. They will also discuss the eventual replacement of Unit 5 and Engine 1, and a fire hydrant on St. Clair Street that is out of service due to water line problems.

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✓ Decided: Fire Committee authorizes quotes for Unit 5 and Engine 1 replacements

The Fire Committee authorized the Fire Chief to obtain quotes for replacing Unit 5 (a 2011 truck) and Engine 1 (20 years old), with estimated costs of $44,000-$45,000 and $700,000-$750,000 respectively. The committee also received and filed the JHSC inspection sheets, fire monthly reports, and financial statements. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on the St. Clair Street hydrant and Sunbridge Hotel incident were noted for follow-up.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting - Conference Call

Council to discuss 2022 water rates and capital reserve funds

This is a regular council meeting held by tele-conference. Council will hold a public meeting to discuss proposed 2022 water and wastewater rates, and will consider a motion to move unspent 2021 capital project funds into a reserve. The agenda also includes a by-law to confirm council resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 water budget with rate increase and new building plan

Council approved the Environmental Services proposed budget as amended, which includes a water rate increase and funds for a new building at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The committee will review the design, scope, and location, and report back for final approval. Council also transferred $394,158.30 to a Specified Capital Reserve for digester lid repair and valve equipment.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 8:00 AM

Operations Committee

Operations Committee to review St. Clair Street traffic calming options

The Point Edward Operations Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational matters, including monthly reports and financial statements for the arena and public works. A key item is a report on possible traffic calming measures for St. Clair Street in response to speeding complaints. The meeting also includes review of prior minutes, health and safety inspection sheets, and a task list.

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✓ Decided: Committee updates traffic calming plan for St. Clair Street

The Operations Committee approved an updated traffic calming proposal for St. Clair Street, directing the Operations Manager to incorporate sight line proposals and diagrams, and to consult with OPP, Fire & Rescue, EMS, and the Federal Bridge Corporation before engaging a traffic engineer. All other items were routine approvals to receive and file reports and inspection sheets.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 2:30 PM

Finance and Administration Committee

Finance Committee discusses budget dates and efficiency grant updates

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing financial statements and bank reconciliations for October, November, and December 2021. The committee is also discussing the 2022 budget meeting date and receiving an update on a Ministry of Municipal Affairs efficiency grant.

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✓ Decided: Point Edward Finance Committee sets 2022 budget meeting for March 24

The Finance and Administration Committee met and approved several routine items, including receiving task lists, inspection sheets, bank reconciliations, and financial statements. They also set the 2022 Capital and Operating Budget meeting for March 24, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. No major policy decisions were made; most items were procedural or informational.

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