Quinte West public meetings in 2021
56 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for Sunny Creek Estates and decide on several development approvals, including a subdivision final approval and a sign variance.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for Sunny Creek Estates at 63 White’s Road
- Final Approval for Exeter Court Subdivision east and south of 17665 Telephone Road
- Sign Variance Application for 469 Dundas Street West
- Model Homes Agreement for Rosewood Acres Subdivision at 49 Glen Ross Road
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications and one consent application. The body will also determine the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Minor Variance Application A18/21M: Proposed detached garage at 561 Murray-Harrington Road
- Minor Variance Application A19/21M: Application for 1058 Jamieson Road
- Consent Application B53/21S: Absolute General Contractors Limited at 246 Bird Road
- Discussion of the 2022 Meeting Schedule
Council
Council will consider several items including a moth monitoring program and the transition to hybrid meetings. The agenda also includes tax cancellations, signage agreements, and various land rezoning by-laws.
- Support for LDD moth aerial spray program with $75,000 estimated cost for city property
- Approval of method and expenditure for hybrid Council and Committee meetings
- Cancellation or refund of taxes totaling $41,190.77
- Installation of new Highway of Heroes signage and license agreement
- Reopening of the canteen at Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens
Planning Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing two zoning by-law amendment applications. The body also receives monthly planning, building, and by-law enforcement reports.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 684 & 728 Flying Club Road (Lawrence Groves)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 17520 Telephone Road and west of 140 Helyer Road (Lois Cocek & Jon Koopmans Construction Ltd.)
- Monthly Building Department Report for September and October 2021
- By-law Enforcement Statistics for September 2021
- Zoning By-law Amendment Application Tracking for 2021
Agriculture Advisory Committee
The Agriculture Advisory Committee is discussing two staff reports regarding planning updates. These include a review of the Natural Heritage System for the Official Plan and a report on cannabis.
- Staff Report 21-129PD: Planning Report - Natural Heritage
- Staff Report 21-130PD: Planning Report - Cannabis
- Proposed Official Plan amendments to identify Natural Heritage Systems (NHS)
- Proposed development prohibitions within 30-120 metres of various wetlands and wildlife habitats
Council
Council is deciding on several land rezonings, a new Warming/Cooling Centre Policy, and the implementation of a hybrid paid parking model. The body is also reviewing requests for street renaming and funding for community projects.
- Payment of $50,000 to the Quinte Museum of Natural History reserve
- Approval of Warming/Cooling Centre Policy for 85 Dundas St, East
- Purchase of land at 17 Cane St, Village of Frankford
- Rezonings at 54 Glen Ross Road, 443 Miron Road, Stacey Road, 99 Dufferin Avenue, and Highway 2
- Authorization of $50 per meeting honorarium for Persons with Lived Experience
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three consent applications for severing parcels of land. Staff have provided a detailed recommendation for one of the properties to create a new developed lot.
- Consent Application B50/21S: Severance at 1415 Frankford-Stirling Road (Stanley Morrow)
- Consent Application B51/21S: Severance at 1283 Old Hwy 2 (GCL Developments Ltd.)
- Consent Application B52/21S: Severance west of 276 Cooke-Armstrong Road (Sandra J. Pinder)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on organizational structure changes and 2021 projects. The body will also discuss a committee vacancy and the upcoming International Day of Persons with Disabilities event.
- Report on Organizational Structure staff and report changes from Brian Jardine
- Update on 2021 projects from Keeley Biron, Supervisor of Parks & Open Spaces
- Planning for International Day of Persons with Disabilities Event on December 3, 2021
- Update on a vacancy on the Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Review of Alzheimer Society Hastings & Prince Edward October 2021 newsletter
Council
Council is meeting to adopt an updated Indigenous land acknowledgement statement and approve the 2022 meeting schedules for Council and Committees. The body is also deciding on a request to raise the Métis flag at City Hall.
- Adoption of updated Indigenous land acknowledgement statement
- Approval of 2022 Council and Committee meeting schedules
- Request to raise the Métis flag at City Hall on November 16, 2021
- By-law 21-126 to amend fees and charges (By-law 20-099)
Special Council - 25 Oct 2021 - Capital Budget
Council is reviewing the 2022 City Capital Budget and Water and Sewer Capital Budget. The session includes presentations on the Asset Management Plan Update and Water/Wastewater Master Planning.
- Proposed 2022 Capital Budget totaling $22,977,000
- Proposed $8 million in debt for Wooler Road Bridge Rehabilitation ($5 million) and Centennial Park Boat Launch ($3 million)
- Proposed $1.485 million from Development Charges for parks, plows, bridge work, and cameras
- Proposed $705,000 for Corporate Facilities, including $500,000 for City Hall refurbishment
- Proposed $3.295 million for Parks and $16.8 million for Public Works
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several zoning by-law amendments and subdivision plans. Key items include residential developments at Hillside Meadows North and various property requests across the city.
- Zoning By-law Amendments for 54 Glen Ross Road, 443 Miron Road, and south of 113 Stacey Road
- Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment for 99 Dufferin Avenue
- Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for Hillside Meadows North (East of 17337 Highway 2)
- Extension of Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for Fraser Drive
- Authorization of Subdivision Agreement for Blue Heron Dr., East Vista Terrace & Larrisa Park Dr.
Council
Council is reviewing a draft franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. and considering several new municipal policies. The meeting includes delegations from Gift from the Heart, GRAN, and Enbridge Gas Inc.
- Draft by-law and franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. for Ontario Energy Board approval
- By-law 21-103: Human Rights Policy
- By-law 21-104: Accommodation Policy
- By-law 21-122: COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy
- By-law 21-115: Amendment to vehicle parking, standing, or stopping regulations
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications for land severances. The first involves a property at 698 English Settlement Road, and the second concerns 1521 County Road 28.
- Consent Application B48/21M: Severance of 2ha at 698 English Settlement Road
- Consent Application B49/21M: Severance at 1521 County Road 28
- Road widening condition: 10-meter wide land conveyance required for 698 English Settlement Road
Council
The City of Quinte West Council is meeting to decide on land sales, infrastructure contracts, and various municipal by-laws. The session includes delegations regarding a proposed winter warming centre and library services.
- Awarding tender PW 21-26 for Waterfront Trail Extension (Robert Patrick Marina) to Earth-Crete Ontario Inc. using $450,000 in re-allocated funds
- Approval of land sale at Frankford Industrial Park (Part of Block 29, Plan 137) to 1146742 Ontario Ltd. (R&E Tire)
- Approval of a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc.
- Rezoning of a severed lot on Rorabeck Road from Agricultural (A) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Proposal from Community Meal Partners of Quinte West to open a winter warming centre for 2021-2022
Special Council
This special council meeting is convened to enter a closed session for the purpose of labour relations. The agenda consists of procedural motions to open and close the session.
- Closed session for labour relations pursuant to Section 239 (2) (d) of the Municipal Act
Planning Advisory Committee
The committee reviewed a zoning by-law amendment and a draft plan of subdivision for land east of 17337 Highway 2. The proposal includes creating residential lots for detached, semi-detached, and townhouse dwellings alongside parkland and stormwater management areas.
- Zoning By-law Amendment (File: D09/M20/21) for land east of 17337 Highway 2
- Draft Plan of Subdivision (File: D12/M04/21) proposing 75 detached, 28 semi-detached, and 66 townhouse lots
- Proposed rezoning to Residential Type 3 Exception 8 (R3-8) and Rural Exception 45 (RU-45)
Council
The City of Quinte West Council is meeting to decide on grant applications, land rezoning by-laws, and community proclamations. The session includes delegations regarding rail safety and child abuse prevention awareness.
- Grant application for the Centennial Park Boat Launch project
- Rezone 141 Barcovan Beach Road from Rural Exception 40 Holding (RU-40-H) to Rural Exception 40 (RU-40)
- Rezone 181 Fish & Game Club Road from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Letter of Understanding with Quinte West Minor Hockey Association and the Jr. “C” Hockey Club
- Proclamations for Rail Safety Week (Sept 20-26) and Dress Purple Month (October)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three applications regarding land severances and a minor variance. The body will review staff reports for properties on Flyboy Road, Helyer Road, and Garden Blvd.
- Consent Application B46/21S: Severance for lot addition south of 162 Flyboy Road
- Consent Application B47/21M: Severance for lot addition at 140 Helyer Road
- Minor Variance Application A17/21S: Request by Kenron Residents Association at 29 Garden Blvd
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss 2021 projects with the Supervisor of Parks & Open Space and receive an update on the International Day of Persons With Disabilities event. The agenda also includes a review of organizational restructuring regarding the city's accessibility function.
- Delegation from Keeley Biron, Supervisor of Parks & Open Space, regarding 2021 Projects
- Update from Doug Jackson on the International Day of Persons With Disabilities Event (December 3, 2021)
- Review of organizational restructuring for the accessibility function
- Information from Alzheimer Society Hastings - Prince Edward July and August 2021 newsletters
- Discussion of a Disability & Society Journal article on food accessibility for persons with disabilities
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several zoning by-law amendments and a draft plan of subdivision. The session includes public meetings for properties on Highway 2 and Fish & Game Club Road, as well as a decision item for Barcovan Beach Road.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for East of 17337 Highway 2 (Estate of Audrey Sarah Little / Brad Little)
- Draft Plan of Subdivision for East of 17337 Highway 2 (Estate of Audrey Little / Brad Little)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 181 Fish & Game Club Road (Ernst Kuglin & Marilynne Senese)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 141 Barcovan Beach Road (Jan & Pat Colasante)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several consent applications for land severances and minor variance requests. The body will review staff reports regarding property boundaries and zoning compliance for various residential sites.
- Consent Application B41/21S: 1457 Fish & Game Club Road
- Consent Application B42/21M: South of 113 Stacey Road
- Consent Application B43/21S and Minor Variance A14/21S: 1249 Glen Miller Road
- Consent Application B44/21S: 54 Glen Ross Road
- Minor Variance Application A16/21S: 16 Linden Blvd - Kenron Estates
Council
Council is meeting to adopt an accessibility plan and related customer service and employment policies. The body is also considering consent agreements and a rezoning application for land on Fish & Game Club Road.
- By-Law 21-093: Rezoning 1328 Fish & Game Club Road from Rural to Rural Residential and Rural Exception 44
- By-Laws 21-090, 21-091, and 21-092: Adoption of Accessible Customer Service Policy, Accessible Employment Policy, and Accessibility Plan
- By-Laws 21-088 and 21-089: Consent agreements with Richard Vagn Lange and Lange & Fetter Motors (Belleville) Limited
- Proclamation of October 2, 2021, as 'Wrongful Conviction Day'
- Presentation of the new City website by the Community Engagement Officer and Communications Assistant
Council
Council is deciding on several land rezoning by-laws and the adoption of a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. The body is also considering a grant for the Centennial Park Boat Launch and funding for gypsy moth infestation mapping.
- Contract with BioForest for gypsy moth mapping at an upset price of $34,321 plus HST
- Rezonings at 16488 & 16498 Highway 2, 496 Highway 33, 233 & 247 Lock Road, 223 Jeffrey Drive, and 36 Webb Road
- Authorization to apply for a Canada Community Revitalization Fund grant for the Centennial Park Boat Launch
- Adoption of an Indigenous land acknowledgement statement and a proclamation to fly Indigenous flags
- Adoption of By-Law 21-086 for the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss an Official Plan amendment and a Zoning By-law amendment. The session includes public meetings for specific property applications and a review of monthly planning reports.
- Official Plan Amendment for Loyalist Parkway (Owners: Eddie & Nancy Smits)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 1328 Fish & Game Club Road (Owners: Blanche & George Bateman)
- Review of April and May 2021 By-law Enforcement Statistics
- Review of Site Plan Control Minutes from June 15, 2021
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee reviewed site plans for a new restaurant development at 34 Monogram Place and discussed upcoming engineering projects. Members also addressed municipal accessibility planning, policy updates, and potential guest speakers for future sessions.
- Site plan review for quick-service restaurant at 34 Monogram Place
- 2021 Engineering Projects: King Street reconstruction (Fourth Avenue to Catherine Street)
- 2021 Engineering Projects: McGill Street, Lorne Avenue, and Richard Street sidewalk/apron updates
- Proposed guest speaker Abi Tripp for December 3, 2021, annual session
- Accessibility Plan, Customer Service Policy, and Employment Policy updates
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several applications for land severances and minor variances. The agenda includes requests to create new lots and rights-of-way for residential development at multiple locations.
- Consent Application B34/21T: Severance and two rights-of-way at 211 Dundas Street West
- Minor Variance Application A10/21T: Variance request at 211 Dundas Street West
- Consent Applications B35/21M, B36/21M, and B37/21M: Severances at 17520 and 17528 Telephone Road
- Consent Applications B38/21M, B39/21M, and B40/21M: Severances east of 17337 Hwy 2
Council
Council will review a tourism development strategy presentation and consider a confidential report regarding a potential land acquisition. The agenda also includes several by-laws for approval, including an indemnity for TCS Realty Co. Ltd.
- Quinte West Tourism Development Strategy presentation
- Proposed or pending land acquisition (Confidential Staff Report 21-080CFS)
- By-law 21-075 to indemnify TCS Realty Co. Ltd for waterfront trail lands
- By-law 21-076 to appoint an Acting Manager of Corporate Services/City Clerk
- Proclamation of National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous People’s Day
Planning Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss several Zoning By-law Amendments and one Official Plan Amendment. The session also includes decisions regarding the release of a reserve and the assumption of services for specific subdivisions.
- Zoning By-law Amendments for 16488 & 16498 Highway 2, 496 Highway 33, 233 & 247 Lock Road, 223 Jeffrey Drive, and 36 Webb Road
- Official Plan Amendment for land east of 17337 Highway 2
- Release of one-foot reserve for York Subdivision (Block E, Plan 407)
- Assumption of Services for Fairlawn Subdivision (Fairlawn Road, Plan 39M869)
Agricultural Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss Bill 229 and regulatory proposals under the Conservation Authorities Act. The agenda includes a review of a background report and proposal summary regarding this legislation.
- Discussion of Bill 229 and Conservation Authorities Act regulatory proposals
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two consent applications for land severances and one minor variance application. Staff have provided a recommendation to approve the residential severance request west of 925 Rosebush Road.
- Consent Application B32/21S: Severance for residential purposes west of 925 Rosebush Road
- Consent Application B33/21M: Severance at 17660 Telephone Road
- Minor Variance Application A9/21S: Request at 312 Marsh Hill Road
Special Council
This special meeting is primarily procedural. The agenda includes a motion to enter a closed session for the purpose of labour relations.
- Closed session for labour relations
Council
The City of Quinte West Council is deciding on infrastructure extensions, land use changes, and grant applications. The meeting includes a public delegation regarding gypsy moths and the adoption of a new purchasing policy.
- Proposed natural gas service extension at North Murray Industrial Park costing approximately $55,000 - $65,000
- Rezonings for 1226 Stockdale Road, 345 Schriver Road, and lands across from 407 Bigford Road
- Grant application for electric vehicle charging stations via the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program
- Model Homes Agreement with Fraser Drive Developments Inc. for eight detached dwellings
- Adoption of By-Law 21-073 to establish a City purchasing policy
Special Council
The City of Quinte West is holding a special council meeting to enter a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to discuss labour relations.
- Closed session for labour relations pursuant to Section 239 (2) (d) of the Municipal Act
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss three zoning by-law amendments and three decision items. These include a model homes agreement and a draft plan of subdivision approval for the Woodland Heights Subdivision.
- Zoning By-law Amendments for 1226 Stockdale Road, 345 Schriver Road, and across from 407 Bigford Road
- Model Homes Agreement for Fraser Drive Subdivision (Batawa Development Corporation)
- Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for Woodland Heights Subdivision (17520 & 17528 Telephone Rd and south/west of 140 Helyer Rd)
- Sign Variance for Island Smoke at 220 Dundas Street East
Council
Council is meeting to proclaim June 2021 as Pride Month and fly the Pride flag at City Hall. The session includes a closed meeting regarding a proposed land acquisition and a delegation from the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board.
- Proclamation of June 2021 as Pride Month
- Closed session regarding a proposed or pending acquisition of land
- Accounts Payable General for April and May 2021 totaling $2,630,697.21
- Accounts Payable Exceeding $10,000 totaling $2,238,751.18
- Update from the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several consent applications for land severances and one minor variance application. These items include proposed lot divisions at Flying Club Road, North of 87 Rorabeck Road, 233 Lock Road, 247 Lock Road, and 90 Creswell Drive.
- Consent Application B27/21S: 684 Flying Club Road
- Consent Application B28/21S: North and South of 628 Flying Club Road
- Consent Application B29/21S: North of 87 Rorabeck Road
- Consent Application B30/21M: 233 Lock Road
- Consent Application B31/21M: 247 Lock Road
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee is discussing a site plan for 34 Monogram Place and reviewing four 2021 engineering reconstruction projects. The meeting also includes preliminary discussions for the International Day of Persons With Disabilities.
- Site plan review for 34 Monogram Place
- King St Reconstruction (Fourth Ave to Catherine St)
- MCGill St Reconstruction (Queen St to Dufferin Ave)
- Lorne Ave project (Creswell Dr to McGill St)
- Richard St project (Sidney St to James St)
Council
Council is deciding on the 2021 budget estimates, tax ratios, and school board tax rates. The body will also consider several land rezonings and a lease agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc.
- By-Law 2021-062 to adopt 2021 budget estimates and rates
- Lease agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for 18 Pelham Street
- Rezonings at 246 English Settlement Road, 342 English Settlement Road, 231 Marsh Hill Road, 2 & 10 Ray Palmer Road, and 745 Mackenzie Road
- Approval of a framework for the new Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board
- Assumption of roads and curbing for Phase 2 and 3 of Brookshire Meadows Subdivision
Council
The Council is reviewing several by-laws including a gas tax fund agreement for public transportation and a patio lease for The Grind and Vine. Additionally, the agenda includes requests for various municipal proclamations and reports on accounts payable.
- By-law 21-048: Funding for Public Transportation via Dedicated Gas Tax Funds
- By- law 21-049: Patio lease agreement with The Grind and Vine
- Proclamation request: National Volunteer Week (April 18-24, 2021)
- Proclamation request: Human Values Day (April 24, 2021)
- Accounts Payable General: $4,138,157.63
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee reviewed a proposal to rezone land at 285 Bellevue Drive for a contractor's yard, garage, and commercial greenhouse. Residents expressed concerns regarding water table impact, parking availability, and increased traffic on Bellevue Drive.
- Zoning By-law Amendment: 285 Bellevue Drive (Mandeep & Baljinder Grewal)
- Proposed use: Contractor's yard, garage, and commercial greenhouse
- Public concern: Water quantity/quality and impact on existing wells
- Public concern: Parking capacity and heavy vehicle traffic on Bellevue Drive
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment met to consider multiple consent applications for land severances and easements. Decisions included approvals for residential severances at various locations and a denial for a lot addition near Cedar Creek Way.
- Approval of easement applications for 1830 Old Hwy 2
- Approval of residential severance at 75 Sagers Corners Road
- Approval of residential severance across from 407 Bigford Road
- Approval of residential severance at 443 Miron Road
- Denial of lot addition application near 48 Cedar Creek Way
Council
Council is deciding on several property rezonings and the execution of lease and hosting agreements. The meeting includes updates on the Highway 401 Colborne to Brighton Project and accessibility services.
- Rezonings for 285 Bellevue Drive, 43 Victoria Street, 4 Douglas Road, and 2 Ryan Crescent
- Subdivision agreement for a 45-lot residential development at Antonia Heights West
- Lease agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for 18 Pelham St
- Agreement with Canada Soccer to host the 2024 U-15 Toyota National Championships
- Agreement with Hastings Prince Edward Public Health for a COVID-19 Immunization Centre
Agriculture Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss a funding request and media campaign proposal from Harvest Hastings. Additionally, the body will receive a verbal report regarding an update to the Official Plan.
- Funding request from Harvest Hastings
- Harvest Hastings Initiatives 2021 presentation by Dr. Jennifer Davis
- Official Plan Update verbal report by Policy Planner Scott Pordham
- Review of Harvest Hastings Media Campaign Proposal 2021
Planning Advisory Committee
The committee is considering four Zoning By-law Amendments and the final approval of a subdivision agreement for Antonia Heights West, Phase 2. The meeting also includes reviews of monthly planning and building department reports.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 285 Bellevue Drive (contractor's yard and commercial greenhouse)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 43 Victoria Street
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 4 Douglas Road
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 2 Ryan Crescent
- Final Approval for Subdivision Agreement: Antonia Heights West, Phase 2 at Meghan Lane
Council
Council is reviewing various staff reports, including employee salaries and a 2020 analysis of payments to elected officials. The agenda includes discussions on digital voting methods for the 2022 municipal election and several by-law approvals.
- Proposed paperless digital Municipal Election in 2022 with advance polls
- By-law 21-031: Collective agreement with Quinte West Professional Firefighters Association Local 1328
- By-law 21-035: Municipal transit funding via Safe Restart Agreement (SRA) Phase 2
- By-law 21-033: Land purchase from the County of Northumberland near County Road 26
- Accounts Payable General for February and March 2021 totaling $2,752,055.68
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several consent applications for land severances and minor variances. The agenda includes multiple requests for the property at 1830 Old Hwy 2 and various other residential and rural sites.
- Six consent applications (B8/21S to B13/21S) for 1830 Old Hwy 2
- Consent application B14/21S and minor variance A7/21S for 75 Sagers Corners Road
- Consent application B15/21M for property across from 407 Bigford Road
- Consent application B16/21M for 443 Miron Road
- Consent applications B17/21M, B18/21S, and B19/21F for properties including 1840 County Road 40 and 48 Cedar Creek Way
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting virtually to receive a delegation regarding a pilot project and review information from the Alzheimer Society Hastings-Prince Edward.
- Delegation from Spencer Holmes of Canadian Hearing Services regarding the CHS-VRI Pilot Project
- Review of the February 2021 Alzheimer Society Hastings-Prince Edward newsletter
Council
Council is deciding on the 2021 Operating Budget and Municipal Enterprise Operating Budget. The body is also considering a loan for the Quinte Humane Society and several municipal by-laws regarding land and infrastructure.
- Approval of 2021 Operating Budget with an average residential tax increase of approximately 1.47%
- Interest-free loan up to $1 million for the Quinte Humane Society's new building
- Collection of 2021 general levied taxes in the amount of $54,000,000
- Assumption of roadway and curbing for Appledene Park Subdivision (Blossom Court and Crews Crescent)
- Proclamation of April 2021 as 'Be A Donor Month' and April 7 as 'Green Shirt Day'
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to decide on a draft plan of subdivision extension for DeWal Paving Limited. The body will also review an information report regarding updates to Parking By-law 12-124.
- Extension of Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval for DeWal Paving Limited (North east of 1065 County Road 40)
- Information Report on updates to Parking By-law 12-124
- Review of Zoning By-law Amendment Application Tracking for 2020 and 2021
- Review of January 2021 Building Department Report
- Review of December 2020 By-law Enforcement Statistics
Council
Council is reviewing direction on waiving municipal parking fees and considering several by-laws. The agenda includes rezoning requests for properties on Potter Road and Huffman Road, as well as a residential subdivision agreement.
- Direction on waiving municipal parking fees and charges
- Rezoning of 103 & 105 Potter Road from Rural to Rural Residential
- Rezoning of Huffman Road from Rural to Rural Residential and Environmentally Sensitive Areas
- Subdivision agreement for six residential lots on Old Highway 2
- Collective agreement between the City and C.U.P.E. Local #799
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider several consent applications for land severances and minor variance applications. These requests involve residential and rural properties across the municipality.
- Consent Application B1/21S: 321 Platt Road
- Consent Application B2/21S: 231 Marsh Hill Road
- Consent Application B3/21T and Minor Variance A2/21T: 33 Hollen Street
- Consent Application B4/21T: 121 Sidney Street
- Minor Variance Application A5/21M: 16246 Hwy 2
Special Council - 08 Feb 2021 - Operating Budget
Council is reviewing a proposed 2021 operating budget that includes a 1.97% tax increase across all wards. The budget identifies $2.3 million in additional revenue needed to cover rising costs in insurance, social services, and salaries. Staff are presenting the budget as a reflection of a normal operating year, separate from COVID-19 impacts.
- Proposed 1.97% tax increase (e.g., $67.86 yearly increase for average Trenton home)
- $500,000 increase in insurance premiums
- $500,000 allowance for increased Hastings County social services
- $210,000 increase in policing costs
- $600,000 1% Capital Levy
Council
Council is deciding on waiving municipal parking fees during the provincial lockdown and approving two tractor purchases. The meeting also includes updates on transit branding and the 2-1-1 information service.
- Waiving of municipal parking fees and charges during the current Provincial lockdown
- Purchase of a 2021 Trackless MT7 articulating all season tractor for $173,656
- Purchase of a 2020 John Deere JD 6110M all season tractor for $255,415.58 plus taxes
- Removal of restrictive covenants for 75 Huff Avenue, Trenton
- Interim tax levy and installment payment by-law (21-010)
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two zoning by-law amendments and a final subdivision agreement. The body will also review monthly planning, building, and enforcement reports.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 103 & 105 Potter Road
- Zoning By-law Amendment for land east of 255 Huffman Road
- Final Approval for Subdivision Agreement for Bay of Quinte Subdivision at 1839 Old Highway 2
- Review of December 2020 Building Department Report
- Review of November 2020 By-law Enforcement Statistics
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the 2020 Accessibility Compliance Audit and a status update to Council. The meeting also includes a review of social media engagements for the International Day of Persons With Disabilities.
- 2020 Accessibility Compliance Audit
- 2020 Status Update to Council and IAR Workplan
- International Day of Persons With Disabilities social media engagements
- Trenton Junction - VIA Station email from City Clerk Kevin Heath
- AODA Toolbox reports for November and December 2020
Council
City Council is meeting to discuss municipal parking fee waivers and various land and service agreements. The session includes presentations on the Quinte Humane Society fundraising and the Centre & South Hastings Waste Services Board budget.
- Waiving of municipal parking fees and charges until January 23, 2021
- Rezoning of lands located at 43 & 45 Wallbridge Road (By-law 21-003)
- Approval of Pay-On-Demand Subdivision Bonds for Development Agreements
- Emergency Response Agreement between the City of Quinte West and Hastings County
- Accounts Payable General for December 2020 in the amount of $15,291,468.85