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Wellington County public meetings in 2022

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

Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Special Meeting of Council

Council to appoint citizen member to public health board

This is a special meeting of Wellington County Council with a single substantive item: a resolution to appoint George Bridge as a citizen representative on the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) Board for a two-year term, replacing Warden Lennox as a Councillor representative. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, declarations, adjournment).

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✓ Decided: George Bridge appointed to Public Health Board

Council appointed George Bridge as a citizen representative for Wellington County on the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health Board. He will serve a two-year term, replacing Warden Lennox.

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Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

County Council to set new user fees across departments and buy land in Guelph-Eramosa

Wellington County Council is meeting to consider a series of by-laws that would set user fees and charges for museum, library, administrative, police, planning, roads, and solid waste services, replacing previous fee by-laws. The council will also vote on multiple land purchases in the Township of Guelph-Eramosa, appoint an Integrity Commissioner, and receive reports from several committees. A report on the 65 Delhi Street transitional housing capital project in Guelph is also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: County Council approves $7.6 million for transitional housing project in Guelph

Council approved the capital project budget for the 65 Delhi Transitional Housing project and authorized the use of reserve funds. The board also endorsed a representative for the ROMA Board and passed several by-laws.

Council Chambers
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Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Committee to review 2023 user fees and 10-year economic development plan

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to review financial statements, propose 2023 user fees, and discuss a preliminary 10-year plan for economic development. Members will also receive updates on recent economic development activities, the Smart Cities Office, and a municipal implementation fund. The agenda is largely informational and planning-focused, with no final decisions indicated.

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✓ Decided: Committee endorses preliminary 2023-2032 Economic Development Ten-Year Plan

The Economic Development Committee approved the 2023 user fees, charges, and October 2022 financial statements. Members endorsed the preliminary 2023-2032 capital budget forecast and approved the 2022 BR+E Municipal Implementation Fund for three townships.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

County committee to weigh 2023 fees, insurance, and Bill 23 changes

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several financial and administrative items, including 2023 user fees, insurance renewal, and the impact of Bill 23 on development charges. The agenda also includes a closed meeting, a re-appointment, and policy updates.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $5.43M loan repayment and various capital purchases

The committee approved the repayment of $5.43 million in internal loans from Development Charge Reserve Funds. It also awarded contracts for lighting retrofits and waste service trucks, and accepted insurance renewals for 2023.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Nov 29, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda for the Wellington County Economic Development Committee meeting on November 29, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content to summarize.

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County Administration Centre
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Fri Nov 25, 2022 · 11:00 AM

County Council

Wellington County Council holds inaugural meeting to elect warden and committee chairs

This is the inaugural meeting of the 2022-2026 Wellington County Council. The council will elect a warden, appoint committee chairs, and handle procedural resolutions. The agenda is largely ceremonial and administrative, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Councillor Andy Lennox elected Warden of Wellington County for 2022-2024

County Council held its inaugural meeting to elect a Warden and appoint chairs for various committees. Councillor Andy Lennox was elected Warden, and several councillors were appointed to lead administrative, economic, and service committees.

Council Chambers
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Fri Nov 25, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Warden's Advisory Committee

Warden's Advisory Committee meets; agenda is procedural only

The Warden's Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with a closed session. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, declaration of pecuniary interest, closed meeting, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Warden's Advisory Committee held closed session for personal matters

The committee moved into a closed meeting to consider personal matters regarding an identifiable individual. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee to review 2023 fees, 10-year plan, and Bill 23

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review financial statements, propose 2023 user fees, discuss a preliminary 10-year plan, and consider the implications of Bill 23 (More Homes Built Faster Act). These are discussion and decision items, with no final votes listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves 2023 user fees and preliminary 10-year plan

The committee approved the 2023 Planning User Fees and Charges with a specific increase to the Rezoning Application Review fee. It also endorsed the preliminary 2023-2032 capital budget forecast and operating impacts for the County's Ten-Year Plan.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 18 consent applications across Wellington County

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to review 18 applications for land severances (consents) across the county. Seven applications are recommended to be expedited, while the remaining eleven will be considered in full. The committee will also approve the minutes from its October 13, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves multiple lot severances

The Committee approved several land division applications across various townships, including a lavender farm in Erin and a residential lot in Fergus. One application in Puslinch was deferred to allow for further zoning discussions with township staff.

County Administration Centre
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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Wellington County committees review 2023 budgets, fees for seniors, museum, library

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee will review financial statements, preliminary 2023-2032 ten-year plans, and proposed 2023 user fees for the Wellington Terrace long-term care home, the Museum and Archives, and the County Library. The meeting includes updates on long-term care, the museum, and Wellington Place, followed by a separate Library Board session.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2023 fees and 10-year capital plans for county services

The Committee approved 2023 user fees and financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the Museum and Archives, and Library Services. It also endorsed preliminary 2023-2032 capital budget forecasts for these three entities to be included in the County's Ten-Year Plan.

Wellington County Museum and Archives
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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Committee to review paramedic offload delays, 10-year social services plan

The Wellington County Social Services Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss several reports, including a paramedic offload delay update, financial statements, a preliminary 10-year plan for social services, and housing status. The committee will also consider proposed 2023 user fees for Ontario Works and updates on child care and digital equity programs. The agenda includes a closed meeting item.

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✓ Decided: Committee endorses preliminary 2023-2032 Social Services Ten-Year Plan

The committee approved the 2023 user fees for Ontario Works and the preliminary 2023-2032 Social Services Ten-Year Plan. Two new CWELCC-funded positions were approved for the Children's Early Years Division. Financial statements as of October 31, 2022, were also approved.

County Administration Centre
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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to set 2023 user fees, review OPP billing and 10-year plan

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to approve minutes and financial statements, set 2023 user fees and charges, review the 2023 OPP billing package and 2021 year-end reconciliation, and consider a preliminary 2023-2032 ten-year plan. The board will also receive reports on the detachment commander's activities, parking ticket revenue, and false alarm revenue for October 2022. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment, with the next meeting scheduled for January 11, 2023.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2023 police user fees and preliminary 10-year plan

The Police Services Board approved the 2023 user fees and charges and the financial statements as of October 31, 2022. The Board also endorsed the preliminary 2023-2032 capital budget forecast and operating budget impacts for inclusion in the County's Ten-Year Plan.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Committee to set 2023 user fees and 10-year plan

The Solid Waste Services Committee is meeting to review October 2022 financial statements, propose 2023 user fees and charges, and discuss a preliminary 10-year plan for solid waste services. They will also consider an annual escalation on the curbside collection contract and municipal hazardous and special waste agreements. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Services Committee approves 2023 user fees and 10-year plan forecast

The committee approved the 2023 user fees and charges for solid waste services and the financial statements as of October 31, 2022. It endorsed a preliminary 10-year capital budget forecast for 2023-2032 and authorized the signing of hazardous waste agreements.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to review 2023 user fees and 10-year plan

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review October 2022 financial statements, proposed 2023 user fees, and a preliminary 2023-2032 ten-year roads plan. They will also hear a presentation from the Town of Erin about future construction on Wellington Road 124 and WR 24, and receive verbal updates on long-term works and an open house for WR 32.

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✓ Decided: Roads Committee approves 2023 user fees and preliminary 10-year capital plan

The Committee approved the 2023 user fees and charges for roads and the financial statements as of October 31, 2022. It endorsed the preliminary 2022-2032 roads capital plan for inclusion in the County's Ten-Year Plan. Staff were also directed to develop options for an accelerated intersection improvement plan.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

County Council to vote on land purchases, road structure transfers, and committee reports

Wellington County Council is meeting to handle routine business including confirming previous minutes, receiving delegations, and voting on several by-laws. Key actions include transferring ownership of two road structures, purchasing five parcels of land along Wellington Road 124, and recognizing an employee council at Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home. Council will also receive reports from six standing committees and may enter a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Wellington County Council passes eight by-laws and awards Women in Politics honors

Council approved by-laws 5769-22 through 5776-22 after three readings. The Luella Logan - Women in Politics Award 2022 was presented to Betty Lou Clark, with a $1,500 donation made to Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis.

Council Chambers
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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee meeting agenda is procedural only

This agenda for the Wellington County Economic Development Committee meeting on October 18, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

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County Administration Centre
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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

Committee to review finances, credit rating, lease extensions

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to discuss financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022, a 2022 credit rating update from Standard & Poor's, and lease extensions for the Courthouse and Crown Attorney's Office. They will also consider data centre equipment purchases for 2023, the Luella Logan Award 2022 for Women in Politics, and a County Culture Project. The meeting includes a closed session with a separate agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $206,309 server purchase, renews courthouse lease for 5 years

The committee approved a $206,309 server bundle purchase from CDW for 2023, the corporate financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022, and a five-year lease extension for the Courthouse and Crown Attorney's office at $20.30 per square foot. Reports on the Luella Logan Award and the 2022 credit rating update were received for information. The meeting then moved into closed session for a personal matter.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee reviews Official Plan progress and financials

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022, receive Progress Report 7 on the County Official Plan Review, and consider updates on the Maitland Valley Source Protection Plan and the 2022 Emergency Management Programme annual report. The agenda also includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves financial statements and receives reports

The committee approved the Planning Department's financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022. It also received for information a progress report on the County Official Plan Review and an update on the Maitland Valley Source Protection Plan. The 2022 Emergency Management Programme Annual Report was received and accepted. No substantive decisions beyond these procedural approvals were made.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to review 22 consent and variance applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to consider 22 applications for land severances (consents) and one variance. The agenda includes 14 applications recommended for expedited approval and 8 applications to be considered in full. The committee will also approve minutes from its September 8, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee grants 14 provisional consents, approves 8 applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee approved 14 applications for expedited provisional consent and considered 8 applications, all of which were approved unanimously or with conditions. One application (B102-22) was amended to reduce the lot size before approval. No applications were denied or tabled.

County Administration Centre
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Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee to review finances, library tender, and long-term care updates

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee is meeting to review financial statements and variance projections for Wellington Terrace, the Museum and Archives, and the Library as of September 30, 2022. They will also discuss a tender award for Grist Mill stabilization, an Employee Council terms of reference revision, and receive updates on long-term care, the museum, and library operations. The meeting includes a separate Library Board portion starting at 6:00 pm.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1.27M Grist Mill stabilization contract

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved a $1,269,700 contract for stabilization of the Grist Mill at 51 Main Street in Erin, awarded to Roof Tile Management Inc. They also approved financial statements for the Wellington Terrace, Museum and Archives, and County Library, and received several informational reports. No items were denied or tabled.

Wellington County Museum and Archives
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Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police Services Board meeting agenda with no substantive items listed

This agenda for the Wellington County Police Services Board meeting on October 12, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document appears to be a system-generated placeholder with no substantive content.

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County Administration Centre
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Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Wellington County social services committee to hear paramedic program update

The Social Services Committee is meeting to receive a delegation from Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Service on the Community Paramedicine Program, review financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022, and discuss an Early Years Professional Learning Day for 2023. Ontario Works statistics will be provided verbally. The meeting includes a closed session with a separate agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves financial statements, child care closure, paramedic update

The Social Services Committee approved the September 30, 2022 financial statements and variance projections, and authorized the closure of County-operated child care centres on January 27, 2023 for a professional learning day. A paramedic community paramedicine update was received for information, and an Ontario Works statistics update was also received. The committee then moved into closed session and adjourned.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Committee reviews finances, pilot project, Blue Box transition

The Solid Waste Services Committee is meeting to review financial statements and variance projections as of September 30, 2022, receive an update on the Circular Innovation Council Pilot Project, and discuss the County's transition to producer responsibility under the Blue Box Programme. The agenda also includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Services Committee approves financial statements

The committee approved the Financial Statements and Variance Projections for Solid Waste Services as of September 30, 2022. Reports on the Circular Innovation Council Pilot Project and the Blue Box Programme transition to producer responsibility were received for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to review finances, asset report, and bridge transfers

The Roads Committee is meeting to review September 2022 financial statements and variance projections, receive an asset management update and annual state of infrastructure report, and consider transferring two structures (bridges) to the Township of Guelph Eramosa. They will also hear a presentation on the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) conference Road Action Master Plan (RMAP). The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Roads Committee approves financial statements, two bridge transfers

The committee approved Roads and Engineering Financial Statements and Variance Projections as of September 30, 2022. It also directed staff to prepare by-laws transferring ownership of two structures (B000067 and B000070) to the Township of Guelph/Eramosa for council adoption. An asset management update and a conference presentation were received for information only.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Sep 29, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

County Council to set new fees for Children's Early Years Services

Wellington County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including one that would establish new user fees for Children's Early Years Services and repeal the previous fee by-law. The council will also review and potentially adopt minutes and reports from multiple committees, including Planning, Roads, Police Services, and Social Services. A closed meeting is scheduled, with a report from that session to follow.

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✓ Decided: Council approved routine committee minutes and by-laws

The meeting was largely procedural, with Council confirming minutes from eight committees and passing three by-laws (5766-22 to 5768-22) through all readings. No substantive policy decisions or public delegations occurred; the only notable item was the announcement of County Clerk Donna Bryce's retirement at year-end.

Council Chambers
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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee reviews financials and updates

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to review financial statements as of August 31, 2022, and receive updates on economic development activities, the Business Centre Guelph Wellington metrics, and the Smart Cities Office for September 2022. The agenda also includes a closed meeting, the details of which are not public. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily a discussion and update session.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved financial statements and received updates

The Economic Development Committee approved the financial statements as of August 31, 2022, and received several reports for information, including the September 2022 Economic Development Update, the Business Centre Guelph Wellington Metrics Report, and the Smart Cities Office update. The committee also moved into a closed meeting to discuss confidential information. No substantive policy decisions or votes on projects were made.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

Committee to review 2023 vehicle purchases, landfill compactor and boiler tenders

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several financial and administrative items, including the 2023 vehicle and equipment purchases, tender awards for a landfill compactor and courthouse boiler replacement, and commodity price hedging agreements. The committee will also review financial statements, an investment report, and a supplementary taxes report. A closed meeting is scheduled for items emailed under separate cover.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $796K landfill compactor, $406K boiler replacement

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee approved several capital purchases and financial reports. Key decisions included awarding a $796,022 tender for a landfill compactor to Toromont Cat and a $406,152 contract for courthouse boiler replacement to Sierra General Contracting Inc. The committee also approved the 2023 purchase of a van, two pickup trucks, and a bobcat totaling $272,317.95, and adopted a terms of reference for a Joint Compliance Audit Committee.

County Administration Centre
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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee reviews financials, compliance, and library updates

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee is meeting to review financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the Museum and Archives, and the Library, as well as updates on long-term care, museum operations, and library programs. The agenda includes a closed meeting and a presentation on the Erin Library Project.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved financial statements for Wellington Terrace, Museum, and Library

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the County Museum and Archives, and the County Library Service as of August 31, 2022. Reports on a Ministry of Health compliance visit, long-term care update, WCMA update, Wellington Place update, TD Summer Reading Club, and Library Highlights were received for information. The Erin Library Project update was also received for information. The committee then moved into a closed meeting for labour relations and confidential information.

Wellington County Museum and Archives
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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Committee to award roof replacement tenders, review paramedic performance

The Wellington County Social Services Committee is meeting to consider several items, including awarding tenders for roof replacements at three locations, receiving a report on paramedic response performance, and discussing increased drop-in hours in downtown Guelph. The committee will also review financial statements, housing assistance streamlining, Ontario Works statistics, and child care fee updates. A closed meeting is scheduled for items under separate cover.

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✓ Decided: County funds extended drop-in hours at Royal City Mission

The committee approved a $27,872 County contribution to extend Royal City Mission's drop-in hours to 8 am–8 pm starting Jan 1, 2023, contingent on the City of Guelph confirming its $250,850 share. Three roof replacement contracts were awarded totaling $731,787, and user fees for directly operated child care centres were approved for Oct 1, 2022 and Jan 1, 2023.

County Administration Centre
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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to hear Crime Stoppers update, financials, reports

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to review routine police oversight items, including approving June minutes, receiving financial statements as of August 31, 2022, and hearing reports from the detachment commander, parking tickets, and false alarm revenue. A delegation from Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington will present their 2022 annual update and OPP auction proceeds. The board will also receive a presentation on the OPP patrol bicycle program before possibly entering a closed meeting.

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✓ Decided: Police board approves financial statements, receives reports

The Wellington County Police Services Board approved financial statements as of August 31, 2022, and received several reports for information, including the Detachment Commander's Report for June through August 2022, a parking ticket report, and a false alarm revenue report. The board also received a presentation from Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington and heard from OPP on the bicycle patrol program. No substantive policy decisions or controversial votes occurred.

County Administration Centre
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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Services Committee meeting agenda is procedural only

This agenda for the Wellington County Solid Waste Services Committee meeting on September 13, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to hear Highway 6 Hanlon Expressway interchange presentation

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review August 2022 road financial statements, hear a presentation on the Highway 6/Hanlon Expressway midblock interchange, and discuss the status of 2022 road capital construction projects. The committee will also consider temporary traffic signals for intersections and the 2022 Transportation Tomorrow Survey. A closed session is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Roads Committee approves financial statements, receives project updates

The Roads Committee approved the Roads and Engineering Financial Statements as of August 31, 2022. They received presentations on the Highway 6/Hanlon Expressway Midblock Interchange, 2022 road capital construction status, temporary traffic signals, and the 2022 Transportation Tomorrow Survey. The committee also moved into closed session to discuss land acquisition or disposition.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Planning Committee

County planning committee reviews growth forecast and land needs

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review financial statements, renew a rural water quality service agreement, and discuss two key County Official Plan Review items: a growth forecast amendment (OPA 120) and a land needs assessment. The committee will also receive updates on legislative changes and development approvals. A closed session is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves growth forecast amendment for public review

The Planning Committee received financial statements and approved several planning documents for public circulation. Key decisions include authorizing a service agreement with the Grand River Conservation District for the Rural Water Quality Programme, circulating a draft Growth Forecast Amendment (OPA 120) for public comment, and approving in principle a Land Needs Assessment report. The committee also directed staff to prepare a draft Official Plan Amendment to address recent Planning Act changes.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 18 consent applications across Wellington County

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to review 18 applications for land severances (consents) across the county. Twelve applications are recommended to be expedited, while six will be considered in full. The committee will also approve the minutes from its July 21, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves 9 expedited applications, 5 regular consents

The committee approved nine applications recommended for expedited processing and five regular consent applications, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. No applications were denied or tabled. The meeting was procedural with no declarations of pecuniary interest.

County Administration Centre
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Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 16 consent applications across Wellington County

The Wellington County Land Division Committee meets to approve minutes from June 9, 2022, and to consider 16 land division (consent) applications. Ten applications are recommended to be expedited, and six will be considered in full. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2022, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the County Administration Centre, Keith Room.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 10 expedited land severances and 7 regular applications

The Land Division Committee approved all applications before it, including 10 expedited severances and 7 regular applications. Conditions were amended for two applications: B54-22 replaced an environmental impact study with a tree preservation plan, and B64-22 added a grading plan requirement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

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Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

County committee to hear homelessness report and Guelph motions

The Wellington County Social Services Committee is holding a special meeting to receive delegations, correspondence, and a report on homelessness issues in Guelph. The committee will also consider motions passed by the City of Guelph at its July 4 council meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion or information.

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✓ Decided: County endorses Simcoe motion seeking provincial homelessness funding

The Social Services Committee received presentations and correspondence on homelessness in Guelph, and endorsed a motion from the County of Simcoe requesting provincial funding. The committee also requested that the Warden and county staff join the City of Guelph's Strategic Advisory Group on Downtown Issues. All items were received for information or carried unanimously.

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Thu Jun 30, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

Council to consider buying three Woolwich Street properties in Guelph

Wellington County Council is meeting to handle routine business, including confirming minutes, receiving committee reports, and considering several by-laws. The most notable item is a proposed by-law to authorize the purchase of properties at 59, 69, and 75 Woolwich Street in Guelph. Council will also consider a by-law prohibiting dirt, gravel, or other materials from being deposited on highways, and a funding agreement for Wellington Source Water Protection.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $50K playground budget increase, tender authority

County Council approved a $50,000 budget increase for the WCMA playground concept, funded by the General Capital Reserve, and delegated authority to the CAO to award the tender at or below $210,000. The decision was made after separating the playground item from the Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee minutes. All other committee minutes and by-laws 5763-22 to 5765-22 were adopted or passed as recorded.

Council Chambers
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Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee to review WCMA capital projects and Indigenous Gathering Circle

The Special Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee is meeting to discuss 2022 capital projects for the Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA), including an Indigenous Gathering Circle and entrance. The agenda includes a closed meeting and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $650K museum repairs, Indigenous Gathering Circle design

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved a budget increase to $650,000 collectively for three Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) capital projects: barn repointing, artifact storage mezzanine expansion, and flat roof repairs, funded by County Property and General Capital Reserves, with authority delegated to the CAO to award the project. The Committee also approved the design of the Indigenous Gathering Circle and delegated authority to the CAO to award the tender at or below $250,000, and approved the WCMA Playground concept with a $50,000 budget increase (funded by the General Capital Reserve) and delegated authority to the CAO to award the tender at or below $210,000. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

Committee to review contract awards, financials, HR items

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to review a summary of contract awards from January to June 2022, financial statements and variance projections as of May 31, 2022, and several human resources items including employee recognition, COVID-19 redeployment end, Here4Hope update, and a position at the Terrace. The agenda includes a closed meeting portion.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $83,900 Employee Support Clerk hire at Wellington Terrace

The committee approved hiring a full-time Employee Support Clerk at Wellington Terrace with an estimated start date of August 1, 2022, at an annual cost of $83,900. It also approved the Corporate Financial Statements and Variance Projections as of May 31, 2022. Several reports were received for information, including contract awards, long service awards, COVID-19 redeployment end, and Here4Hope activities. The meeting moved into closed session for labour relations and legal matters.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Special Meeting of Council

Council to confirm special meeting proceedings and consider AMO resolution

This is a special meeting of Wellington County Council with a short agenda. Council will consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this meeting, and will discuss a resolution regarding the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) for Councillor Ballantyne. The meeting is largely procedural.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee reviews May financials and June update

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to review financial statements and variance projections as of May 31, 2022, receive the June 2022 economic development update, and hear a progress report on the Our Food Future project. The meeting also includes a closed session and adjournment. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves financial statements and June economic development report

The Economic Development Committee approved the Financial Statements and Variance Projections as of May 31, 2022, and the June 2022 Economic Development Update. The committee also received the Our Food Future Project June update for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Solid Waste Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee authorizes blue box transition agreements with producer organizations

The Solid Waste Services Committee approved financial statements and variance projections for May 31, 2022, and authorized the Manager of Solid Waste Services to enter into service agreements with Producer Responsibility Organizations for blue box materials during the transition phase under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016. A report on Municipal Waste Association awards was received for information. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to consider 2023 equipment purchases and excavator tender award

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review May 2022 financial statements, discuss 2023 equipment purchases, and consider awarding a tender for an excavator (CW2022-013). They will also hear correspondence from the Ballinafad Road Safety Group regarding Trafalgar Road and Wellington Road 42, review a proposed bylaw to regulate fouling of county roads, and discuss the Road MAP implementation and priority plan for intersections. The meeting includes a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Roads Committee approves $759K in equipment purchases for 2023

The Roads Committee approved the May 31, 2022 financial statements and variance projections for the Roads Division. It authorized purchases of a wood chipper and vac trailer for $261,000 and an asphalt hot box reclaimer for $55,895, plus awarded a tender for a wheeled excavator to Strongco at $442,000. The committee also directed staff to draft a by-law regulating fouling of county roads and received correspondence from the Ballinafad Road Safety Group.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee reviews various land applications

The Land Division Committee is reviewing several land application files. These include a group of applications recommended to be expedited and others to be considered by the committee.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves 14 expedited severances, 3 applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee approved 14 applications recommended to be expedited and considered three additional applications. B47-22 (Teresa Dallan, Puslinch) was approved with a 3-1 vote, B49-22 (Sterling Packers Limited, Guelph-Eramosa) was approved 4-0, and B52-21 (Michele and George Gray, Puslinch) was approved 4-0. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee reviews Official Plan progress and EV charging strategy

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review financial statements, receive progress reports on the County Official Plan Review, and discuss a regional electric vehicle charging network strategy. A verbal update on a home energy retrofit feasibility study funding announcement is also scheduled. The meeting includes a closed session and is largely informational.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves May 31 financial statements

The Planning Committee approved the financial statements and variance projections as of May 31, 2022. It also received several reports for information, including progress on the County Official Plan Review and a regional EV charging network strategy, and directed staff to continue work on the EV strategy. No substantive decisions were made beyond the financial approval.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

County committee to hear drug strategy, paramedic updates and award housing contracts

The Social Services Committee will hear presentations on the Wellington Guelph Drug Strategy and paramedic offload delays, review financial statements, and consider awarding tenders for window, door, and siding work at Guelph Family Units and AC retrofits at Fergusson Place. The committee will also discuss child care funding, housing initiatives, and Ontario Works caseload statistics.

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✓ Decided: County awards $1.29M AC retrofit contract for Fergus housing

The Social Services Committee approved two housing-related construction contracts: a $649,091.42 tender for windows, doors and siding at Guelph family units, and a $1,286,400 tender for air conditioning installation at Fergusson Place in Fergus. The committee also approved the 2022 Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative allocation of $631,676 to housing providers and directed that future savings from maturing mortgages be kept in the housing system. A motion to have the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee review the purchasing policy was lost.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board hears youth committee, reviews May finances and reports

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to hear a presentation from its Youth Advisory Committee, approve the May 11 minutes, and review financial statements and variance projections as of May 31, 2022. The board will also receive the Detachment Commander's report for May 2022, along with parking ticket and false alarm revenue reports. The meeting includes a closed session, with the agenda for that portion emailed separately.

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✓ Decided: Police board approves $2,700 laser speed device purchase

The Wellington County Police Services Board approved the purchase of a laser speed device for $2,700, and also approved financial statements and variance projections as of May 31, 2022. The board received several reports for information, including the Youth Advisory Committee presentation, the Detachment Commander's Report for May 2022, the May 2022 Parking Ticket Report, and the May 2022 False Alarm Revenue Report. The board also authorized Chair Ross-Zuj to submit the OAPSB Membership Survey on its behalf.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee reviews finances, quality plans, and commercial access agreements

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee meets to review financial statements and variance projections for long-term care homes, the museum, and the library as of May 31, 2022. They will also discuss the Wellington Terrace Quality Improvement Plan, a Ministry compliance visit, museum capital projects, and commercial access agreements for Wellington Place. The meeting includes a closed session and a separate library board portion.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves commercial access agreements for Elora Raft Rides and Elora Rapids

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the County Museum and Archives, and the County Library Service, and approved commercial access agreements for Elora Raft Rides and Elora Rapids, forwarding them to County Council. The committee also received several reports for information, including the Wellington Terrace Quality Improvement Plan and updates from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. A motion regarding Hillsburgh Library property management was deferred until after a closed session and later withdrawn.

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Thu May 26, 2022 · 9:00 AM

County Council

Council to consider $13.3M debenture borrowing and new development charges

Wellington County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including a $13,325,000 debenture borrowing for municipal projects, a new development charges by-law, and an official plan amendment. Council will also receive reports from committees and staff, including a housing strategy update. The meeting includes a closed session, with details provided under separate cover.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 6-bed hospice on Wellington Place campus

Council approved the use of two acres on the Wellington Place Campus by Rural Residential Hospice for a six-bed palliative care facility. The sale price for the Grist Mill property in Erin for a new library and housing was set at $3.5 million. All committee minutes and by-laws 5758-22 to 5762-22 were adopted. Staff received delegated authority to execute the National Housing Strategy 2022-23 Allocations Transfer Payment Agreement.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

County committee to review audit, budget, debenture, and Elora South grant

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to receive the KPMG year-end audit findings and the 2021 audited financial statements, review corporate financial statements as of April 30, 2022, and discuss the 2023 budget timetable. The committee will also consider a debenture issue dated June 2, 2022, and a Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) financial assistance agreement for Elora South. Human resources items include the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes and the 2021 annual report.

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✓ Decided: Wellington County approves 2021 audited financial statements

The committee approved the County of Wellington's audited financial statements for 2021 and the corporate financial statements as of April 30, 2022. It also approved the 2023 budget timetable, directed staff to prepare a debenture by-law for a June 2, 2022 issue, and approved a five-year tax increment equivalent grant for the Elora South development. The KPMG audit findings report and the 2021 Human Resources Annual Report were received for information, and the committee moved into closed session for labour relations discussions.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Special Meeting of Council

✓ Decided: Committee receives 2022 Development Charges Study for adoption

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee received the 2022 Development Charges Background Study and recommended that County Council adopt it on May 26, 2022, including approval of the development forecast, capital forecast, and calculations. Staff were directed to prepare the necessary County Development Charge By-Law. No public input was received at the meeting.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Committee to hear Elora Mill TIEG request and review economic development updates

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to hear a delegation from Elora South Inc. regarding a Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) request for the Elora Mill project, and will consider the related report. The committee will also review the April 2022 financial statements, receive updates on the Our Food Future project and the April 2022 economic development activities, and discuss the County BR+E Municipal Implementation Fund. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Elora South TIEG application approved, forwarded to committee

The Economic Development Committee approved the Elora South Inc. Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) application and forwarded it to the Administration Finance and Human Resources Committee. The committee also approved the Economic Development financial statements as of April 30, 2022, and the 2022 BR+E Municipal Implementation Fund for the Township of Centre Wellington and the Town of Erin. Reports on the Our Food Future project and the April 2022 Economic Development update were received for information.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Public Meeting

No substantive agenda items provided

The provided document contains only procedural software information and no meeting details. There are no specific topics, votes, or discussions listed for this meeting.

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Thu May 12, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves 8 expedited consents, 7 of 7 applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee approved all eight applications recommended for expedited processing and all seven applications considered at the hearing, with votes ranging from 3-1 to 5-0. One application (B22-22) was approved with a condition that an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) show no negative impacts. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting.

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Thu May 12, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Wellington County Planning Committee discusses Official Plan Review and water quality

The Planning Committee is reviewing the County Official Plan via a recommendation report for OPA 119. The meeting also includes updates on the Rural Water Quality Programme and the Kissing Bridge Trailway.

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✓ Decided: County adopts Official Plan Amendment 119 for growth structure

The Planning Committee approved the adoption of Official Plan Amendment 119, which updates the County's growth structure, subject to provincial acceptance of specific areas. The committee also received updates on the Rural Water Quality Program and the Kissing Bridge Trailway, and approved planning financial statements. No items were denied or tabled.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Wellington County Social Services Committee meeting agenda, May 11, 2022

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee reviews financials, hospital easement transfer, library updates

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee meets to review financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the Museum and Archives, and the Library, as well as updates on museum and library activities. A key item is a proposed transfer of easements agreement with Groves Memorial Community Hospital regarding Frederick Campbell Street. The meeting includes closed sessions for seniors and general matters.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves hospital easement transfer agreement

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved the Groves Memorial Community Hospital Transfer of Easements Agreement, forwarding it to County Council. The committee also approved financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the County Museum and Archives, and the County Library Service, and received informational updates from the museum and library. Two closed meetings were held for labour relations or employee negotiations.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to hear speeding concerns, review April finances and reports

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to approve April 20 minutes, hear a delegation from Centre Wellington's deputy mayor about speeding and enforcement concerns, and review April financial statements, the detachment commander's report, parking ticket and false alarm revenue reports. The board will also hold a closed meeting under a separate agenda. No votes on policy or spending are listed on the open agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board requests more Collision Reporting Centres in Wellington County

The Wellington County Police Services Board approved its April 30, 2022 financial statements and received several reports, including the Detachment Commander's Report, Parking Ticket Report, and False Alarm Revenue Report. The board also voted to have Chair Joanne Ross-Zuj request an increase in Collision Reporting Centres from OPP Headquarters. A delegation on speeding concerns in Centre Wellington was received for information, and the board moved into closed session for matters involving public security and personal/financial matters.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to award tenders for Road 22 and Irish Creek bridge work

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review April financial statements, award two construction tenders, and consider a road works agreement with two quarries. The committee will also discuss National Public Works Week and may enter closed session.

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✓ Decided: County awards $3.4M road contract for Wellington Road 22 improvements

The Roads Committee approved the April 30, 2022 financial statements and awarded two construction contracts: a $3,414,194.94 road improvement project on Wellington Road 22 to Cox Construction Limited, and a $303,163.00 rehabilitation of the Irish Creek structure on Wellington Road 34 to Jarlian Construction Inc. The committee also approved a road works agreement with Wilson Quarry Ltd and Grand Quarry Ltd, which includes removing a reduced load limit on Wellington Road 16 upon completion of roadwork. A report on National Public Works Week was received for information.

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Tue May 10, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Committee to review April finances and 2021 annual report

The Solid Waste Services Committee is meeting to review April 2022 financial statements, discuss recycled content in user pay bags, and consider the 2021 annual report. The agenda also includes a presentation on National Public Works Week and a closed session. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Services Committee approves April financial statements

The committee approved the Solid Waste Services Financial Statements as of April 30, 2022. Three reports were received for information only: Recycled Content in User Pay Bags, the 2021 Annual Report, and National Public Works Week. No substantive policy decisions were made.

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Thu Apr 28, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

✓ Decided: Council approves purchase of former Mundell Lumber property for affordable housing

Council approved the purchase of the former Mundell Lumber property, including the Historic Grist Mill, and directed staff to pursue affordable housing options on the site. The decision was reported after a closed meeting. All other items were routine approvals of committee minutes and by-laws.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to award bridge, road rehabilitation tenders

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review March 2022 financial statements and consider several tender awards for road and bridge work, including Marden Creek Bridge, Wellington Road 50, and Wellington Road 38. The committee will also discuss purchasing a tractor and plow trucks, and a right-of-way transfer involving Townline Road. A closed session is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: County awards $3.3M in road and bridge contracts to Cox Construction

The Roads Committee approved financial statements and awarded three construction tenders totaling about $3.32 million to Cox Construction Limited for bridge and road work. It also authorized purchases of a tractor, three plow trucks, and related equipment, and approved land transfers to the City of Cambridge and Township of Puslinch. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police Services Board to review March financials, reports

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to approve minutes, review March 2022 financial statements, hear the Detachment Commander's report, and receive parking ticket and false alarm revenue reports. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Wellington County committees review finances, OHT partnership, library updates

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee and Library Board meet to review financial statements for Wellington Terrace, the museum and archives, and the library as of March 31, 2022. They will also hear updates on a partnership with the Guelph-Wellington Ontario Health Team, long-term care, museum operations, and library activities including COVID-19 clinics. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Committee to weigh daycare grant, rapid tests, Ukraine response

The Social Services Committee is meeting to review financial statements and hear updates on children's services, housing, and Ontario Works. Items include a proposed purchase-of-service agreement for a daycare operating grant, distribution of rapid antigen tests to licensed child care centres, and a report on social services response to the Ukrainian crisis. The meeting also includes a closed session and routine reports.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

County committee to review 2021 surplus, tax policies, and debenture borrowing

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to review financial reports, including the 2021 year-end variance and budgetary surplus, corporate financial statements as of March 31, 2022, and reserve fund statements. The committee will also discuss 2022 county-wide property tax policies and consider authorizing a spring 2022 debenture issue. Other items include a report on delegated authority for the lame duck council, a sound system upgrade for council chambers, and a verbal update on the continuum of care.

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✓ Decided: County approves $13.3M debenture for infrastructure projects

The committee approved a debenture issue of up to $13,325,000 for county and township projects, and approved the 2021 operating statement with surplus transferred to a property reserve. It also approved 2022 tax policies and financial statements, and authorized a sound system purchase for council chambers.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee reviews April update, finances, food project

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to review March 2022 financial statements, receive the April 2022 economic development update, and hear an update on the Our Food Future project. The agenda includes a closed meeting session. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are presented for discussion.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 11 consent applications across Wellington County

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to approve minutes from March 10, 2022, and to consider 11 applications for land severances (consents) across the county. Ten applications are recommended to be expedited, and one application (B10-22 in Puslinch) will be considered in full. The meeting is routine and procedural, with no other business on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves 10 expedited applications and one consent

The committee approved the minutes from March 10, 2022, and granted all 10 applications recommended for expedited processing. It also approved application B10-22 for a lot severance in Puslinch, subject to conditions including an Environmental Impact Study, with a 3-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee to review Greenbelt Plan amendments and land needs assessment

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review several planning reports, including 2021 land use performance measures, a source water protection annual report, proposed amendments to the Greenbelt Plan, and a draft land needs assessment for the County Official Plan review. The committee will also hear a verbal update on the proposed More Homes for Everyone Plan. The meeting includes a closed session and routine items like financial statements and minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee receives reports, forwards land needs assessment

The Planning Committee received several reports for information, including financial statements, land use performance measures, source water protection, and proposed Greenbelt Plan amendments. It also forwarded the draft Land Needs Assessment to member municipalities and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving information and forwarding the assessment.

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Thu Mar 31, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

County Council to vote on by-laws for safety zones, off-road vehicles, and land sales

Wellington County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including designating community safety zones on county roads, permitting off-road vehicles on county roads, and selling land in Guelph/Eramosa. The council will also receive reports from various committees covering roads, solid waste, police, social services, planning, and economic development. The agenda includes a closed meeting, the contents of which are not public.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts committee minutes and passes by-laws 5747-22 to 5751-22

The County Council confirmed the February 24, 2022 minutes and adopted the minutes of several committees (Roads, Solid Waste, Police, Social Services, Planning, Economic Development, Administration, etc.). By-laws 5747-22 to 5751-22 were given first, second, and third reading and passed. The meeting included a closed session with no reportable actions.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

Committee to review Feb financials, Minto lease renewal, debt limit

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee is meeting to review financial statements as of February 28, 2022, consider a lease renewal with the Town of Minto for space used by the Minto Arts Council and Historical Society, and discuss the annual debt repayment limit. The agenda also includes a closed meeting, with details provided under separate cover.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves financial statements and Minto lease renewal

The committee approved the County's financial statements as of February 28, 2022, and renewed a lease with the Town of Minto for space at the Harriston Library for five years at the existing rate. It also received a report on the 2022 annual debt repayment limit for information. The meeting then moved into closed session for personnel and legal matters.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves financial statements and 2022 BR+E fund for three municipalities

The Economic Development Committee approved the February 28, 2022 financial statements and the March 2022 Economic Development Report. It also approved the 2022 BR+E Municipal Implementation Fund for the Township of Guelph/Eramosa, Town of Minto, and Township of Wellington North. The Our Food Future March 2022 update was received for information only. All motions carried without recorded opposition.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

County planning committee reviews growth forecasts and climate report

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to review financial statements, a trails work plan, the 2021 climate change annual report, and growth forecasts for the County Official Plan review. These are discussion and decision items, with no public hearings or rezoning on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves growth forecasts for Official Plan review

The Planning Committee approved the Planning Financial Statements as of February 28, 2022, and received the Trails 2022 Work Plan and Climate Change 2021 Annual Report for information. The committee also approved in principle the Phase 1 MCR Report on Urban Structure and Growth Allocations, directing staff to prepare a draft Official Plan Amendment to implement the growth forecasts.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 12 consent applications across Wellington County

The Land Division Committee is meeting to consider 12 applications for land severances (consents) across Wellington County. Four applications are recommended to be expedited, and eight will be considered in full. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 10, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee approves 10 consent applications, adds conditions

The Wellington County Land Division Committee approved all 10 consent applications before it, including four expedited applications and six considered at public hearing. Conditions were added to two approvals: removal of a concrete manure pit in Puslinch and a 30m building setback from a wetland in Erin. All votes were 5-0.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Joint Social Services - Information, Heritage and Seniors-Library Portion

Social Services Committee holds closed meeting; no public decisions

This is a procedural-only agenda. The Social Services Committee met on March 9, 2022, and moved into a closed meeting to consider items such as property, personnel, and legal matters. No public decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Joint committee meets, moves to closed session, no public decisions

The joint Social Services and Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee meeting was called to order and chaired by Warden Linton. No public decisions were made; the committee moved into a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition or disposition, then adjourned.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 3:00 PM

Social Services Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves Feb 2022 financial statements, reallocates housing retrofit savings

The Social Services Committee received several informational presentations and reports, including updates from Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Service, Hospice Wellington, The Grove Youth Hubs, and CMHA Waterloo-Wellington. The committee approved the Social Services Financial Statements as of February 28, 2022, and authorized staff to reallocate savings for the 2022 Housing Capital Retrofit Project. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee to review 2022 Aboyne Library capital project change

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee is meeting to review financial statements and updates for the Library Board, Seniors (Wellington Terrace long-term care), and Museum and Archives. A key item is a proposed change to the 2022 Aboyne Library capital project. The meeting is largely informational, with reports and updates rather than major decisions.

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✓ Decided: Committee defers Aboyne lighting, funds rooftop HVAC replacement

The committee approved deferring the Aboyne Branch lighting capital project to 2023 and using its funds for the rooftop HVAC replacement. It also approved financial statements for the library, Wellington Terrace, and museum/archives, and received several informational reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board reviews February finances, reports, and partnership package

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to approve February 9, 2022 minutes, review February 2022 financial statements, and receive the Detachment Commander's report. The board will also consider the February 2022 parking ticket and false alarm revenue reports, and discuss a 2022 corporate partnership package. A closed meeting is scheduled, with the next regular meeting set for April 20, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Wellington County Police Board approves $1,000 sponsorship for OAPSB conference

The Wellington County Police Services Board met on March 9, 2022, and approved routine items including the February 2022 minutes, financial statements, and reports. The only substantive decision was to provide a $1,000 sponsorship for the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards 2022 Virtual Spring Conference and AGM. The board then moved into a closed meeting for matters involving intimate financial or personal information.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads committee to award Penfold Bridge rehabilitation contract

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to review February financial statements, consider awarding a tender for the Penfold Bridge rehabilitation project (CW2022-008), discuss off-road vehicle regulations on county roads, and consider a Community Safety Zones by-law. The agenda also includes a verbal update on the 2022 road tour and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Penfold Bridge rehabilitation contract awarded to Engineered Concrete Limited

The Roads Committee approved the financial statements for February 2022 and awarded the Penfold Bridge rehabilitation contract to Engineered Concrete Limited for $724,992.42. They also directed staff to draft a by-law permitting off-road vehicles on all county roads and forwarded a Community Safety Zones by-law to Council for approval. The meeting included a verbal update on the Spring Roads Tour and a closed session for land matters.

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Thu Feb 24, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

Council to approve refinancing debentures for Erin and Mapleton

Wellington County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including approving refinancing debentures for the Town of Erin ($907,000) and Township of Mapleton ($518,000), and agreements for provincial modernization funds and a pedestrian walkway with Guelph. Council will also receive updates on the Smart Cities 'Our Food Future' midterm report and the Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus workforce strategy, and adopt minutes from various committees. A notice of motion directs staff to analyze Automated Speed Enforcement in school and community safety zones.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to study Automated Speed Enforcement

County Council directed staff to complete a cost-benefit analysis of Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) in Community Safety and School Zones, lead discussions with local municipalities on implementation, and report to the Roads Committee. The motion was carried. Council also adopted minutes from several committees and passed by-laws 5740-22, 5741-22, and 5743-22 to 5746-22.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

County committee to review 2022 grants, benefits renewal, and audit plan

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee will hear from KPMG on the 2021 audit plan and from Mosey and Mosey on the March 2022 group benefits renewal. Members will consider approving amended benefit rates with a 5.6% increase, authorizing pedestrian walkway agreements with the City of Guelph and Shahukar Properties, and reviewing 2022 community grant requests. They will also receive or approve reports on council remuneration, education tax rates, lease financing, and cash holdings.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to review February report and food project update

The Wellington County Economic Development Committee is meeting to consider its February economic development report and receive an update on the Our Food Future project. The committee will vote on approving the February report and will receive the food project update for information only. The meeting is held via Zoom and includes a closed session.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 10 consent applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to review and decide on applications for land severances (consents). The agenda includes seven applications recommended to be expedited and three to be considered in full, plus approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No details on the applications' merits are provided in the agenda itself.

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✓ Decided: Land Division Committee grants 9 consent applications

The Wellington County Land Division Committee approved all nine consent applications before it, including seven expedited applications and two considered at a public hearing. The two public hearing applications, B104-21/B105-21 (Bauman-Matthews Place Inc.) and B110-21 (Robin Kleinveld), were each approved unanimously (5-0). No applications were denied or deferred.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee to receive gypsy moth update and hold OPA 119 public meeting

The Wellington County Planning Committee meets to receive an update report on gypsy moth (Lymantria dispar dispar) for information. Following the regular agenda, a statutory public meeting on Official Plan Amendment 119 (County Growth Structure) begins at 10:30 am, with agenda and presentation attached.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee receives gypsy moth update, no decisions made

The Planning Committee met on February 10, 2022, and received an update report on gypsy moth (Lymantria dispar dispar) for information only. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after 14 minutes.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

County to consider lease with Guelph for Drayton community paramedicine

The Wellington County Social Services Committee is meeting to receive reports and updates on social services programs, including a proposed lease agreement for community paramedicine in Drayton, a paramedic service enhancement report, and updates on early years services, Ontario Works, and housing. The committee will also hear delegations from the Guelph Community Health Centre and the Guelph-Wellington Paramedic Service. A closed meeting is scheduled for confidential information.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to pass by-law on at-fault false alarms

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to receive reports, discuss the Safe Communities website, and consider By-law 1-22 on at-fault false alarms, including a third reading and passage. The board will also receive the Detachment Commander's 2021 year-end report and monthly parking ticket and false alarm revenue reports.

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Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Committee to review long-term care, museum, and library updates

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee will receive updates on long-term care, the Wellington County Museum and Archives, and library activities, followed by a closed meeting to discuss land acquisition or disposition. All items are for information only; no decisions are listed.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads committee to award $1.54M pavement overlay contract

The Wellington County Roads Committee is meeting to consider awarding a pavement overlay contract worth $1,538,279.79 to Cox Construction Limited, along with several other items including a referred-back traffic analysis, correspondence from residents, and a right-of-way transfer. The committee will also hold a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Roads Committee awards $1.54M pavement overlay contract

The Roads Committee awarded a pavement overlay contract for various County roads to Cox Construction Limited for $1,538,279.79 (exclusive of HST). They also received a strategic traffic analysis for WR 46 and directed staff to include a socio-economic evaluation in future analysis. Two pieces of correspondence were received for information, and a report on the Townline Road right-of-way transfer was referred back to staff for clarification on tax implications.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Services Committee meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda for the Wellington County Solid Waste Services Committee meeting on February 8, 2022, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document is essentially empty of substantive content.

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Thu Jan 27, 2022 · 10:00 AM

County Council

County Council to adopt 2022 budget and approve committee reports

Wellington County Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 budget and ten-year plan, approve several by-laws, and receive reports from various committees. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as confirming minutes and moving into closed session for land and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: County Council approves 2022 budget and ten-year plan

Wellington County Council approved the 2022 Budget and Ten-Year Plan, excluding Human Resources Salaries, and then separately approved those salaries. The council also passed four by-laws (5737-22 to 5739-22, and 5742-22) after third reading. A motion to hold a special meeting to discuss moving the Administration Centre out of Guelph was lost.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee

County committee to approve 2022 budget and $27.2M borrowing limit

The Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee will consider the 2022 operating and capital budget, a temporary borrowing authority of up to $27.2 million, and several financial reports. They will also review an Integrity Commissioner's report, approve an insurance claims policy, and discuss a debenture refinancing for Erin and Mapleton. The meeting includes a closed session for land acquisition or disposition.

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✓ Decided: County approves 2022 budget, temporary borrowing up to $27.2M

The committee approved the 2022 operating and capital budget and ten-year plan, including human resources salaries after a declared conflict, and authorized temporary borrowing up to $27.2 million. It also approved an insurance policy, directed preparation of debenture by-laws, and received several informational reports. All motions carried unanimously.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Economic Development Committee

Committee to vote on 2022 Economic Development budget

The Economic Development Committee is meeting to consider and vote on the 2022 operating and capital budget for Economic Development, along with a ten-year plan. They will also receive updates on economic development activities and the Our Food Future project. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2022 Economic Development budget

The Economic Development Committee approved the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget and 2022-2031 Ten-Year Plan for Economic Development, forwarding it to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. The committee also approved the January 2022 Economic Development Report and received the Our Food Future Project update for information. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Planning Committee

Planning Committee to review 2022 budget and Official Plan amendments

The Wellington County Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 Planning budget, two items related to the County Official Plan Review (including a statutory public consultation for OPA119 and a progress report), and an update on paging/radio site generators. The meeting will also include a closed session. No decisions are noted on the agenda; items are for discussion or recommendation.

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✓ Decided: Planning Committee approves 2022 budget, forwards to finance committee

The Planning Committee approved its 2022 Operating and Capital Budget and 2022-2031 Ten-Year Plan, forwarding it to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. The committee also received reports on the County Official Plan Review (OPA 119 and Progress Report #5) and a paging/radio site generators update, all forwarded or accepted for information. No items were denied or tabled.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Land Division Committee

Land Division Committee to consider 13 consent applications across Wellington County

The Wellington County Land Division Committee is meeting to review 13 applications for land severances (consents) across the county. Nine applications are recommended to be expedited, while four will be considered in full. The committee will also approve minutes from its December 9, 2021 meeting.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Police Services Board

Police board to elect chair, review 2022 budget

The Wellington County Police Services Board is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, and receive reports. Key items include the 2022 police budget, a delegation on Safe Communities, a false alarm reduction policy, and routine reports on parking tickets and false alarm revenue.

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✓ Decided: Police board approves 2022 budget and raises false alarm fee to $385

The Wellington County Police Services Board approved the 2022 operating and capital budget and ten-year plan, forwarding it to the county's Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. The board also updated the At Fault False Alarm Policy to charge $385 per false alarm, effective February 1, 2022, and directed staff to prepare the necessary by-law. Joanne Ross-Zuj was elected Chair and Lisa MacDonald Vice-Chair for 2022.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Social Services Committee

Social Services Committee reviews 2022 budget and paramedic initiatives

The Wellington County Social Services Committee is meeting to review the 2022 Social Services budget, hear a report on community paramedic initiatives, and discuss several housing and children's services items. The agenda includes updates on rent supplements, a point-in-time count of homelessness, COVID support for housing providers, and a request to amend a funding agreement with the YMCA of Three Rivers. The meeting also includes a closed session for confidential information.

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✓ Decided: Wellington County Social Services Committee approves 2022 budget

The committee approved the 2022 operating and capital budget and 2022-2031 ten-year plan for Social Services, forwarding it to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. It also authorized amending a purchase of service agreement with the YMCA of Three Rivers to include a new site in Rockwood. Several reports were received for information, including on paramedic initiatives, rent supplements, homelessness count, and housing provider COVID support. The meeting then moved into closed session.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 4:30 PM

Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee

Wellington County committees review 2022 budgets for seniors, museum, library

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee meets to review 2022 budgets for Wellington Terrace (seniors), the Museum and Archives, and the Library, along with a COVID-19 update and library activity reports. The meeting includes a separate Library Board session and a closed meeting. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and review.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2022 budgets for Wellington Terrace, Museum, and Library

The Information, Heritage and Seniors Committee approved the 2022 operating and capital budgets and 2022-2031 ten-year plans for Wellington Terrace, the County Museum and Archives, and the County Library System, forwarding them to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. The committee also received updates on COVID-19, the Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA), and library activities and statistics for information.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Roads Committee

Roads Committee to review 2022 roads and bridges budget

The Roads Committee is meeting to review the 2022 budget for roads and bridges, consider a tender award for slope stabilization on WR45, and discuss the Road Master Action Plan (MAP), including speed management guidelines and the final report. They will also address correspondence from the Township of Puslinch regarding the Road MAP and move into closed session to consider land acquisition or disposition.

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✓ Decided: County approves 2022 roads budget and 10-year plan

The Roads Committee approved the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget and 2022-2031 Ten-Year Plan for the Roads Department, forwarding it to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. It also awarded a $909,289 contract for slope stabilization on Wellington Road 45 at Wellington Road 12 to Kieswetter Excavating Inc. The committee approved nine road segments as Community Safety Zones and adopted the Road Master Action Plan, authorizing the issuance of a Notice of Completion and a 30-day public review period.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 1:00 PM

Solid Waste Services Committee

Solid Waste Services Committee reviews 2022 budget and operations

The Solid Waste Services Committee is meeting to review the 2022 Solid Waste Services budget, receive the January 2022 operations report, and discuss an update on leaf and yard waste programs. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Solid Waste Services 2022 budget approved, sent to committee

The Solid Waste Services Committee approved the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget and 2022-2031 Ten-Year Plan for Solid Waste Services, forwarding it to the Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. The committee also received two reports for information: the January 2022 Solid Waste Services report and a Leaf and Yard Waste update. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 10:00 AM

Special Meeting of Council

County council to review 2022 budget and ten-year plan

This is a special meeting of Wellington County Council dedicated to the 2022 Budget and Ten-Year Plan. Council will receive a staff presentation on the budget and then discuss and potentially adopt actions related to it. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Council hears 2022 budget and ten-year plan presentation

The special meeting was procedural: Council received a presentation from the County Treasurer on the 2022 Budget and Ten-Year Plan, including operating and capital overviews. No decisions were made on the budget; Council confirmed the actions of Committee of the Whole, which were limited to receiving the presentation.

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