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Tweed public meetings in 2022

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

Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to review wage rates, award stairway tender, and consider several by-laws

The Municipality of Tweed Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, accounts, and department updates. Key items include awarding a tender for stairway exits, reviewing wage rates for budget preparations, and considering several by-laws, including one on bridge load limits and one adopting an emergency response plan. The council will also hear delegations from local groups and consider various requests, such as a Rogers tower installation and a septic disposal agreement.

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✓ Decided: Tweed Council approves $54,500 contract for concrete stair replacements

Council awarded a contract to Veenstra Contracting for stairway exits and approved the renewal of the municipal insurance program. The board also granted consent for four severance applications and passed by-laws regarding bridge vehicle weight limits and emergency management.

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Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council hears tornado-impacted residents at town hall

This is a special council meeting held as an informal town hall for Council to receive information and concerns from individuals impacted by the July 2022 tornado event. The agenda includes land acknowledgement, approval of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and delegations limited to 10 minutes each. No decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is primarily for listening to public input.

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Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider four zoning by-law amendments and road closure

Tweed Council meets to handle routine business, including approving minutes, accounts, and several by-laws. Key items include four zoning by-law amendments (2022-67 to 2022-70), a road allowance closure (2022-71), and a presentation from Quinte Conservation on 2023 fees. Council will also discuss committee appointments, insurance renewal, and funding requests.

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✓ Decided: Tweed Council ends tax rebates for vacant retail buildings

Council voted to end tax rebates for vacant or partially vacant retail buildings starting January 1, 2023, and directed an investigation into a vacancy tax for inactive storefronts. The council also passed several zoning amendments and rejected a proposed pedestrian crossing at Victoria and River St.

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Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Inaugural Meeting of Council

Tweed council sworn in at inaugural meeting

This is the inaugural meeting of the newly elected Tweed council. Members will be sworn in, the mayor will give an address, and council members may offer remarks. No decisions or substantive business items are on the agenda.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public meeting on rezoning 313 Rockies Rd. and award surplus property bid

Tweed Council meets to consider a zoning amendment for a severed lot at 313 Rockies Rd., award a bidder for surplus properties, and review several staff and committee reports. The agenda also includes a closed session for litigation, routine approvals of accounts and minutes, and various correspondence items.

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✓ Decided: Tweed Council approves $50,000 loan for outdoor stage construction

Council authorized a loan for the Tweed & Company Theatre and awarded a $25,500 contract for surplus properties. Several zoning amendments were approved, and the council expressed opposition to the Strong Mayors Building Homes Act.

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Fri Oct 28, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Tweed committee to hear three zoning amendment requests

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold public planning meetings for three proposed zoning by-law amendments, each seeking to rezone a property for a specific use. The committee will also consider adopting the minutes from the September 30 meeting and handle any minor variance applications or other planning items.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of three zoning amendments

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended that Council approve three separate zoning amendment applications. These changes involve transitioning land to special rural, commercial, and residential zones to accommodate specific uses and dwelling requirements.

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Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Tweed council to hold public meeting on secondary-unit zoning amendment

Tweed council is meeting to consider a zoning amendment (ZA10/22) that would increase the maximum gross floor area of secondary units, hold a public meeting on the matter, and receive a delegation about drainage issues on Alexander St. The council will also review quarterly financial reports, approve accounts, and consider several requests for telecommunications towers and utility work.

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✓ Decided: Council denied a zoning amendment on safety and parking concerns

Council voted 4-1 to deny Zoning Amendment ZA6/22 due to safety concerns raised by Hastings County Planning and a lack of off-street parking per the zoning by-law. Council also authorized staff to prepare a by-law to increase the maximum floor area of secondary units to promote housing. A decision on terminating a 2005 cost-sharing agreement for Alexander Street infrastructure was deferred.

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Fri Sep 30, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Tweed committee to weigh two lot severances, zoning change, garage variance

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning is meeting to decide on two severance applications to create new residential lots, a zoning by-law amendment for a takeout canteen, and a minor variance for a front-yard garage. No public planning meetings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends rezoning for takeout canteen, approves garage variance

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended that Council approve a zoning amendment (ZA6/22) to rezone 8 Victoria St. N. from Residential First Density (R1) to Special Residential First Density (R1-10) to allow an outdoor takeout canteen. They also approved a minor variance (A10/22) for a front-yard garage at 141 Brinson Rd, and recommended granting consent for two new residential lots at 3880 Shannonville Road (B36 & 37/22) with conditions. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning amendment and telecom tower concurrence

The Tweed Council meeting on September 27, 2022, includes routine approvals, a delegation for a community event, and several staff reports. Key items for decision include a zoning by-law amendment (By-law 2022-61) and a request for concurrence on a proposed Rogers telecommunications tower. The agenda also covers awarding a contract for Queensborough Hall, approving accounts, and various correspondence and committee minutes.

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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning bylaw amendment and telecom tower concurrence

Council passed By-law 2022-61 amending the comprehensive zoning bylaw, and concurred with Rogers Communications Inc.'s proposal to erect a wireless communication tower at 1653 Queensborough. Council also approved the 8th Annual Tweed Trunker-Treat event at Memorial Park, authorized free waste disposal for Cassidy Block cleanup, and supported a resolution calling for study of municipal councillor recall mechanisms. The October 25 regular meeting was cancelled due to the municipal election voting period.

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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public meeting on Lost Channel Rd zoning change

Tweed Council meets to consider a zoning amendment for a property on Lost Channel Rd, hear a petition for a new crosswalk, and receive a proposal from the Tweed Lions Club for a pump track. The agenda also includes several staff reports, by-laws, and notices of motion, including one about abandoned gas wells.

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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning amendment for 993 Lost Channel Rd.

Council agreed to a zoning amendment (ZA9/22) to rezone a severed lot to Rural Residential Holding and a retained parcel to Rural Holding, with holding provisions to be removed after site plan approval. The decision was carried, and staff were authorized to prepare the by-law for final passage at the next meeting.

Council Chambers
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Fri Aug 26, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to weigh two lot severances, a rezoning for a takeout canteen, and a campground expansion

The Tweed Committee of Adjustment/Planning will consider two severance applications to create new residential lots, a zoning by-law amendment to allow a takeout canteen at 8 Victoria St. N., and a public planning meeting for a zoning amendment to permit a 140-site mobile home campground at 15B Trudeau Lane. The committee will also discuss short-term accommodation regulations based on reports from other municipalities.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends two lot severances and a campground rezoning

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended Council approve two residential lot severances (B96/22 and B95/22) with conditions including road widening, parkland fees, and geotechnical studies. They also recommended approval of a zoning amendment (ZA3/22) to allow a 140-site mobile home campground on Trudeau Lane, with a holding provision pending a Responsibility Agreement and Ministry approval. A separate application for a takeout canteen at 8 Victoria St. N. was deferred one final time to allow the applicant to provide proof of off-street parking.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on 10 by-laws including site plan, debt, and user fees policies

The Municipality of Tweed Council is meeting to consider a range of administrative and operational items, including the adoption of several new by-laws covering site plan requirements, debt management, reserves, user fees, and infrastructure agreements. The agenda also includes delegations, staff reports, and requests for approvals, but no public planning meetings are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $220,864 Greatrix Bridge replacement contract

Council approved a $220,864.24 quote from Kyle Ramsay Excavating to replace Greatrix Bridge. It also approved several new policies, including site plan requirements for residential development, a debt management policy, and a reserves policy. Council supported a resolution calling on Ontario to combat money laundering in real estate and approved placement of naloxone kits in municipal buildings.

Council Chambers
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Fri Jul 29, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to weigh lot severances, rezoning, and water setbacks

The Tweed Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold a public meeting to consider several planning applications, including two severance requests, two zoning amendments, and three minor variance requests. The committee will also adopt minutes from its June 24 meeting and handle routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends consent for two new lots on Vanderwater Rd

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended approval of a severance to create two new residential lots at 565 Vanderwater Rd, and recommended approval of a zoning amendment at 64 Queen St. Marlbank. It deferred a zoning amendment for a takeout canteen at 8 Victoria St. N. pending more information, and approved three minor variances for lot area, water frontage, setback, and accessory building size.

Council Chambers
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Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning amendment, surplus properties, and telecom towers

The Tweed Council meeting on July 26, 2022, includes a closed session for litigation and confidential matters, followed by public items. Council will review quarterly financial reports, potential surplus properties, draft financial policies, and several by-laws, including a zoning amendment. They will also hear a delegation on public safety regarding narc kits and consider numerous requests, including telecommunications towers and event permits.

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✓ Decided: Council declares 9 properties surplus, approves $61K tractor purchase

Council declared nine properties as surplus and directed staff to obtain appraisals. It also approved the purchase of a used 2013 John Deere tractor for $61,056, a new fire unit for $69,250 plus HST, and a postage machine for $3,528.55 plus HST. Several by-laws were passed, including zoning amendments and a site plan delegation by-law.

Council Chambers
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Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Tweed council to hold closed meeting on potential litigation against contractor

This is a special council meeting held primarily to go into closed session. Council will receive legal advice about potential litigation being considered against an outside contractor. The closed session is authorized under the Municipal Act for litigation and solicitor-client privilege matters. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed meeting on potential litigation against contractor

The special council meeting was held solely to enter a closed session to receive legal advice regarding potential litigation against an outside contractor. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only actions were approving the agenda, entering the closed meeting, and adjourning.

Council Chambers
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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 3:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to hold closed meeting on contractor claims for capital project

This is a special council meeting held primarily to go into a closed session. Council will receive information on potential litigation related to a capital project and discuss negotiations to deal with claims by the project's contractors. The closed meeting is authorized under the Municipal Act for litigation and negotiation matters. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed meeting on contractor claims for capital project

The special council meeting was held primarily to enter a closed session to receive information on potential litigation and discuss negotiations with contractors for a capital project. Council approved the agenda, went into closed meeting, and directed staff to follow the closed-meeting direction. No substantive public decisions were made.

Council Chambers
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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public meeting on zoning change for severed lot at 823 Lost Channel Rd.

The Tweed Council meeting on June 28, 2022, includes a public meeting for a zoning amendment (ZA7/22) to rezone a severed lot at 823 Lost Channel Rd. for a new dwelling. Council will also consider several by-laws, including a development agreement, a zoning amendment for ZA5/22, and a tax collection policy. The agenda includes reports, accounts approval, and various requests for support and feedback.

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✓ Decided: Council grants three severances, awards pound keeper contract

Council approved three severance applications (B18/22, B54/22, B62/22) with conditions, awarded the pound keeper contract to the Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward for 2021-2025, and passed several by-laws including a tax collection policy. A request to install no parking signs near Vanderwater Conservation Area was defeated, and a sponsorship request for Tweed Stampede 2022 was not approved.

Council Chambers
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Fri Jun 24, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Tweed committee to weigh 3 severances, zoning change, short-term rental rules

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hear three severance applications to create new residential lots, hold a public meeting on a zoning amendment for a takeout canteen, and discuss whether to regulate short-term rentals. It will also consider three minor variance requests for reduced setbacks, lot area, and parking requirements.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends three severances, denies one variance, defers two items

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended Council approve three severance applications (B18/22, B54/22, B62/22) with conditions, denied Minor Variance A3/22, deferred Minor Variance A6/22 and Zoning Amendment ZA6/22, and approved Minor Variance A7/22. The committee also discussed short-term rentals, deferring the topic to a future meeting.

Council Chambers
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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to consider $2.2M debenture, zoning changes, and Tweed Fair street closure

The Municipality of Tweed Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including a $2,225,860.86 debenture for capital projects, a zoning amendment for 250 Greenwood Rd., and a street closure for the Tweed Fair. They will also hold a public meeting for a zoning amendment at 22 Conchie Rd., review a draft tax collection policy, and hear requests for a crosswalk on River St., a noise by-law exemption for the fair, and other community items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.2M debenture borrowing for capital projects

Council approved a $2,225,860.86 debenture borrowing by-law for capital projects, passed several by-laws including a zoning amendment, and granted a severance with conditions. They also approved funding for a coming events sign, a noise by-law exemption for the Tweed Fair, and a long jump pit, among other items. All motions were carried unanimously.

Council Chambers
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Fri May 27, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to hear severance and zoning applications in Tweed

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold a public meeting to consider a severance application and a zoning amendment application. The agenda also includes a request for an extension of Metcalf Street. No minor variances are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends consent for rural lot severance on Carss Rd.

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended Council grant consent for Severance Application B32/22 to create a new rural lot at 823 Lost Channel Rd., subject to conditions including tax payment, parkland fee, road widening, and rezoning. They also recommended approval of Zoning Amendment ZA4/22 for a second dwelling at 250 Greenwood Rd., pending a site plan showing a suitable building envelope. A request to extend Metcalf Street was discussed but no decision was made.

Council Chambers
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Tue May 24, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to adopt 2022 tax rates and consider short-term rental rules

Tweed Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including adopting the 2022 budget and tax rates, and to discuss items such as short-term rentals, pandemic pay policy, and expired building maintenance contracts. The agenda also includes delegations from Tweed Music Festivals and Cogeco on broadband expansion, plus various requests for proclamations and support.

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✓ Decided: Council passes 2022 tax rate by-law and awards chip truck park rental

Council approved the 2022 tax rate by-law (By-law 2022-27) and awarded the park rental tender for a chip truck to Duffers Chipwagon at $2,100 for 2022. A motion to repeal the Pandemic Pay Policy was defeated, but a subsequent motion to receive the report was carried. Council also directed staff to investigate short-term rental options and refer the matter to the Committee of Adjustment/Planning.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

✓ Decided: Council approves 2021 audited financial statements and raises bulk waste fees

Council approved the 2021 audited financial statements and authorized two members to sign the audit reporting letter. Council also approved raising the bulk item fee for residents from $130.00 to $171.00 over two years, and directed staff to prepare a by-law amendment. Several other items were approved, including a fire hall roof replacement tender, two severance applications, and a Community Improvement Plan request from Park Place Motel. A funding request from the Tweed-Hungerford Agricultural Society for $3,000.00 was defeated by a tie vote.

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Fri Apr 29, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to hear 3 severance applications and 3 minor variance requests

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning is meeting to consider three severance applications and three minor variance requests. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes and standard procedural items. No public planning meetings or other planning committee items are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two severances, defers two others

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning approved two severance applications (B16/22 and B28/22) with conditions, deferred one severance (B18/22) pending County Planner input, and deferred one minor variance (A3/22) at the applicant's request. It also approved minor variance A5/22 and deferred A6/22 pending a Quinte Conservation report.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning by-laws, park rental, and road work contracts

The Tweed Council meeting on April 13, 2022 includes routine approvals (minutes, accounts, by-laws) and several staff reports. Key items include proposed zoning by-laws for a severance at 7896 Highway 37, a new Tweed Memorial Park rental agreement, and public works contracts for bridge engineering and road resurfacing. The agenda also lists numerous requests for funding, event permissions, and endorsements of resolutions from other municipalities.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $131,615 bridge engineering contract and approves road resurfacing

Council awarded the engineering services contract for the Joe Allore Bridge replacement to Jewell Engineering for $131,615 plus HST, and approved a $751,687.30 quote from Drain Bros. for resurfacing Vanderwater Road with 30mm Everlife Hotmix, funding the overage from the 2022 budget for a Tandem Axle Truck. Council also approved a $334,963 quote from Mack Truck for a 2022 Tandem Axle Dump Truck with Plow and Wing, and authorized OCWA to proceed with a water treatment medium update at an approximate cost of $83,000, funded from the water and sewer reserve. Several requests were denied, including reimbursement for car damages, use of the Oil Kings name/logo, endorsement of a gravel mining moratorium, and a gypsy moth spraying program.

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Fri Mar 25, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Tweed committee to weigh severance, two minor variances

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning is meeting to consider a severance application and two minor variance requests. The agenda includes a request to defer one variance application. No public planning meetings are scheduled.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning changes, bridge replacement, and new penalty by-law

Tweed Council is meeting to consider several zoning amendments, award tenders for animal control and bridge engineering, and pass by-laws including one to impose administrative monetary penalties for by-law violations. They will also discuss a request for a letter of support for the Trail of Broken Hearts project and potential surplus properties.

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✓ Decided: Council awards animal control contract, approves bridge engineering and surplus land sales

Council awarded the Animal Control Services Contract to Kevin Baker for April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2025, conditional on insurance and WSIB proof, and authorized negotiation for a reduced retainer for livestock investigation services. Council approved engineering services for the Joe Allore Bridge replacement from Greer Galloway Group at $116,706.40 (HST included), and approved quotes for stormwater management planning, crushed gravel, and winter sand. Council declared properties #22-0140 to #22-0147 as surplus (3-1) and directed staff to advertise sales, and passed several zoning amendment by-laws and an administrative monetary penalties by-law.

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Fri Mar 11, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to discuss reducing R1 lot frontage from 59.1 to 40 feet

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning is meeting to handle routine items like agenda approval and disclosures, but the main substantive item is a council request to discuss reducing the minimum lot frontage for R1-zoned lots with public water and sewer from 59.1 feet to 40 feet. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends against reducing R1 lot frontage to 40 feet

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning held a special meeting to review a council-referred motion proposing to reduce the minimum lot frontage in the R1 zone to 40 feet. After hearing from Councillor Flieler, Director of Planning Justin Harrow, and the CAO-Treasurer, the Committee voted to recommend that Council not proceed with the change. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 a.m.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to decide on waste contract, washroom tender, and zoning by-laws

The Tweed Council meeting on March 9, 2022, includes decisions on a waste collection contract with SusGlobal Energy, awarding an accessible washroom tender, and several by-laws (zoning, trailers, traffic/parking). Council will also hear a delegation from Tweed & Company Theatre about the Marble Arts Centre transfer and 2022 programming, and consider various resignations, requests, and reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new waste contract, washroom tender, and equipment purchases

Council approved a new waste collection contract at an increased price with a 30- or 60-day cancellation clause, and declined to pay SusGlobal's February invoice. It awarded the Administration Accessible Washroom Tender to Veenstra Contracting for $22,850 plus HST, funded from the Municipal Building Reserve. Council also approved quotes for a John Deere backhoe loader ($147,900 plus HST), a Ford F150 patrol truck ($45,411 plus HST), and OSIM bridge inspections ($9,000 plus HST). A motion to not proceed with rezoning application ZA5/21 was defeated (1-2), and the matter was deferred.

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Fri Feb 25, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Tweed committee to hear 3 severances, 3 zoning amendments, 2 variances

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold public meetings on three severance applications and three zoning by-law amendments, and will consider two minor variance requests. The agenda also includes a council request to discuss reducing the minimum lot frontage in R1 zones from 59.1 to 40 feet for lots with public services.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends consent for 3 severances, 3 zoning amendments

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning recommended Council approve three severance applications (B132/21, B3/22, B4/22) and three zoning amendments (ZA22/21, ZA23/21, ZA1/22), each with conditions. It also approved two minor variance applications (A1/22, A2/22). All motions were carried unanimously.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 12:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to authorize modernization grant agreement and hold closed land meeting

This special council meeting has two purposes: to consider passing By-law No. 2022-10, which would authorize the Municipality of Tweed to enter into an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Municipal Modernization Program Intake 3, and to hold a closed meeting to receive information about a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including land acknowledgement, approval of the agenda, and disclosure of pecuniary interests.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Committee of the Whole

Council to review bridge closures, waste site, and multiple by-laws

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several reports and draft by-laws, including potential bridge closures, waste site concerns, and administrative monetary penalties. They will also discuss snowbank concerns, contractor use, and future development opportunities. The meeting is largely a review and discussion session, with decisions to be made on these items.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on 2022 budget, fees, and election voting contract

Tweed Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including adopting the 2022 budget, amending municipal fees, and authorizing delegated authority during the election period. They will also hold a public meeting for a zoning amendment and discuss a petition about volunteer firefighters, as well as a contract for eVoting services.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2022 budget, denies zoning amendment ZA20/21

Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget by passing By-law 2022-06, and denied Zoning Amendment ZA20/21 due to unresolved neighbour concerns. Council also approved a flooring quote, authorized an eVoting contract, and deferred a decision on ZA5/21. A motion to request the province dissolve the Ontario Land Tribunal was defeated.

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Fri Jan 28, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment-Planning

Committee to weigh rezoning for medical marijuana facility and livestock shelter

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold public meetings on two zoning by-law amendments: one to rezone 946 Moneymore Rd to allow a livestock shelter, and another to rezone 252 Maines Road to permit a medical marijuana production facility. They will also consider a severance application, a minor variance, and a council request to reduce the minimum R1 lot frontage from 59.1 to 40 feet for lots with public services.

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✓ Decided: Committee defers severance, rejects two zoning amendments

The Committee of Adjustment/Planning deferred a decision on Severance Application B132/21 pending more information, and voted to recommend denial of Zoning Amendments ZA5/21 and ZA20/21. It approved Minor Variance A13/21 and discussed a council request on frontage reduction.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 5:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to review 2022 draft budget and rezoning by-law

Tweed Council meets to consider the 2022 draft budget, a rezoning by-law, and a delegation about placing six fire department members on unpaid leave. The agenda includes routine reports on COVID costs, investments, capital updates, and accounts, plus correspondence on insurance and vaccination policy concerns.

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✓ Decided: Council advances 2022 budget, approves rezoning and housing application

Council received the 2022 draft budget and directed staff to prepare adoption by-laws for February 9, while authorizing tenders for capital projects and fire PPE. It also passed a rezoning by-law (2022-04) despite an opposition letter, authorized signing an environmental compliance application for a housing project at 53 Bridgewater Rd., and supported AMO's call to address joint and several liability. All motions carried unanimously.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public meeting on rezoning 684 Moneymore Rd. for new lot

The Municipality of Tweed Council is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, accounts, and by-laws, as well as receiving staff and committee reports. A public planning meeting will be held for a zoning amendment to allow a new residential lot at 684 Moneymore Rd. Council will also consider several requests for proclamations and support for resolutions from other municipalities.

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✓ Decided: Council approves skate trail at soccer field, defers housing project signature

Council approved the development of a skate trail at the soccer field and authorized appraisals on 8 potential surplus properties. A request to sign an Environmental Compliance Approval Application for the 53 Bridgewater Rd. housing project was defeated, then deferred for further information. Council also supported a resolution on recidivism rates but defeated a resolution supporting Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.

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