Severn public meetings in 2024
57 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
The Township of Severn Council held a closed session to review a confidential trade‑secret contract and then endorsed the Automated Speed Enforcement Agreement, authorizing staff to sign it. The council also adopted several general by‑laws, including appointments of municipal law enforcement officers, regulations on fill placement, and new water and sewage rates for 2025. In addition, the council approved the 2025 budget after adjusting the OPP billing rate to 4.88%.
- Endorsement of Automated Speed Enforcement Agreement with Global Traffic Group Ltd.
- By‑law No. 2024‑66 appointing Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (Cassie Moreau, Jake Hojberg)
- By‑law No. 2024‑67 regulating placement, removal, and stockpiling of fill and site alteration
- By‑law No. 2024‑68 setting 2025 rates for the Water Works and Sewage Works systems
- By‑law No. 2024‑79 authorizing extension of West Street over Reinbird Street as a public highway
Corporate Services Committee
The Severn Corporate Services Committee will adopt the regular agenda and consider several reports. Items include a Public Works speed‑limit review for Balkwill Line, updates to provincial accessibility standards, a land‑sale update for 7996 Highway 11 South, an agri‑tourism diversification workshop, and a social‑media policy update. The committee will also receive correspondence from neighboring municipalities and discuss any new business.
- Public Works Report No. W24-039 – Speed Limit Review – Balkwill Line
- Administration Report No. A24-043 – Comments on Proposed updates to Provincial Accessibility Standards
- Administration Report No. A24-038 – 7996 Highway 11 South, Severn
- Administration Report No. A24-037 – Agri‑Tourism/On‑Farm Diversification Workshop
- Administration Report No. A24-036 – Social Media Policy Update
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will hold a hybrid public meeting to consider Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z-24-11 for 68 Coldwater Road, proposing to change the land from Residential One (R1) to a site‑specific Downtown Commercial (C2‑X) zone. The agenda also includes a second public meeting on Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z-24-05 for 4493 & 4511 Fairgrounds Road. Additional items are a consent agenda, a report on Coldwater Seniors Apartments (11 Mill Street), and correspondence from Enbridge Gas and the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing.
- Z-24-11 rezoning of 68 Coldwater Road from R1 to Downtown Commercial (C2‑X)
- Z-24-05 zoning amendment for 4493 & 4511 Fairgrounds Road
- Enbridge Gas correspondence (no objection, reserves right to amend conditions)
- Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing letter on Additional Residential Unit Framework
- Planning Report P24-044 on Coldwater Seniors Apartments, 11 Mill Street zoning
Council
The council will adopt several consent agenda items, including minutes from recent meetings. A presentation of the 2025 Final Budget Summary with Adjustments will be given by the Director of Finance. In a closed‑session segment, members will consider a proposed Automated Speed Enforcement contract. The council will also vote on a series of general by‑laws covering law‑enforcement appointments, fill regulation, water and sewage rates, and rezoning matters.
- By‑law No. 2024‑66 to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (Cassie Moreau and Jake Hojberg)
- By‑law No. 2024‑67 to regulate and prohibit placement, removal or stockpiling of fill and alteration of site surfaces
- By‑law No. 2024‑68 to set rates for the Water Works System and the Sewage Works System for 2025
- Proposed Automated Speed Enforcement contract to be discussed in closed session
- Presentation of the 2025 Final Budget Summary with Adjustments by the Director of Finance
Special Corporate Services Committee - 29 Nov 2024 (Budget)
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing the 2025 proposed budget, including operating and capital expenditures. The proposal addresses an infrastructure funding gap and includes requests for new staff positions in planning, HR, and GIS. The meeting also covers estimated reserve balances and a list of grants for local organizations.
- Proposed 14.29% municipal levy increase and 21.04% policing levy increase
- Capital estimates: $15 million for Westshore Recreation Facility and $8 million for Westshore Wastewater Plant Optimization
- Proposed new positions: Development Engineering Coordinator ($149,200), GIS Technician ($102,200), and HR Coordinator ($111,200)
- Roads Department projects totaling $9,105,300 and Water and Sewer Capital of $10,815,000
- Economic Development Grants totaling $115,250
Special Corporate Services Committee - 28 Nov 2024 (Budget)
The Severn Corporate Services Committee will present and discuss the 2025 operating and capital budgets. Topics include significant municipal and policing levy increases, major capital projects, and grant allocations. The meeting will set the financial direction for the township for the coming year.
- 2025 Municipal Levy increase of 14.29% representing $1,894,571
- 2025 Policing Levy increase of 21.04% representing $462,360
- Administration Centre Renovation – estimated $5,000,000
- Westshore Recreation Facility – estimated $15,000,000
- Westshore Wastewater Plant Optimization & EQ Tank – estimated $8,000,000
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is recommending awarding the design contract for the Westshore Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization to Ainley, the top-ranked of seven bidders, within an approved $780,000 engineering budget funded by development charges. The committee will also receive the mid-term report card on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan, which shows 57% of objectives complete, and consider several other reports and correspondence items.
- Award of consulting engineering services for Westshore WWTP Optimization to Ainley (RFP F18_2024-036)
- Approved engineering budget of $780,000 for Westshore WWTP design, funded 100% through Development Charges
- CAO Report No. CAO-2024-03: 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan Mid-Term Report Card (57% objectives complete)
- Administration Report No. A24-034: 2025 Meeting Schedule
- Correspondence: Coldwater and District Agricultural Society fee waiver request, Coldwater Lions grant request, Good Roads Association rural road safety program, Town of Midland OPP billing model
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a non-statutory public information meeting for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment at 2956 Southorn Road, Coldwater, proposing an 80-unit residential subdivision (68 single-detached homes and 12 townhouses). The committee will also hear a delegation on the drinking water source protection program and consider several planning reports, including a deeming by-law, road naming, and park dedication. No decisions are made at this meeting.
- Public information meeting for OPA24-06 and Z-24-09: 80-unit subdivision at 2956 Southorn Road, Coldwater
- Proposed zoning change from General Industrial (M2) to residential zones (R1, R1-XX, RM1, OS)
- Delegation: Overview of Drinking Water Source Protection Program by SSEA
- Planning Report P24-041: Deeming By-law Application, 3739 Wood Avenue, Westshore, Lot 70, Plan 820
- Planning Report P24-039: Road naming for the Town Line Subdivision (3879 Town Line)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider three applications: a consent for a new lot at 2368 Maple Valley Road, a consent and minor variance at 4244 Wainman Line, and a deferred minor variance at 2 Gray Street. The meeting also includes adoption of the October 15, 2024 minutes. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Consent B-15-24: sever one residential lot at 2368 Maple Valley Road
- Consent B-14-24 and Minor Variance A-21-24 at 4244 Wainman Line
- Minor Variance A-20-24 (deferred) at 2 Gray Street: zero parking for accessory dwelling unit
- Adoption of minutes from October 15, 2024
Council
Council will receive two delegations: the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership will present a community settlement strategy, and Georgian Bay Forever will provide an update and request $5,000 for 2025. Council will also consider several by-laws, including part lot control exemptions for subdivisions and a zoning by-law for 1198 Dunns Line.
- Delegation: Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership - Community Settlement Strategy
- Delegation: Georgian Bay Forever - Update & 2025 Budget Request of $5,000
- By-law 2024-60: Part lot control exemption for Greenwood Landings (104-112 Brandon Avenue)
- By-laws 2024-61 and 2024-62: Part lot control exemptions for Turnbull subdivision (Sandy Acres Avenue)
- By-law 2024-63: Zoning by-law to rezone 1198 Dunns Line
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to hear delegations, including a request from Coldwater Seniors Apartments to waive municipal fees for a planned 58-unit expansion, and a 2025 budget request from SEGBAY. The committee will also review reports on recreation, public works, finance, and administration, including the 2025 OPP billing and budget assumptions. No decisions will be made on delegations; they will be referred to staff, budget deliberations, or no action.
- Coldwater Seniors Apartments requests waiver of all municipal fees for 58-unit expansion to 120 units
- SEGBAY requests 2025 grant increase from $4,000 to $6,000
- OPP 2025 annual billing statement: $2,720,757 total, $226,730 monthly
- Public Works reports on Coldwater Road sidewalk, rural speed limits, salt management, winter control
- 2025 high-level budget assumptions report
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will hold a public meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for 1198 Dunns Line. The application seeks to rezone the property from Agricultural (AG) to a site-specific Agricultural Exception (AG-28) to permit a second single-detached dwelling and an accessory apartment. Staff recommend minor modifications to align with the new 2024 Provincial Planning Statement, and propose no further public notice. The committee will also receive reports on building activity and correspondence.
- Zoning by-law amendment Z-24-09 for 1198 Dunns Line: rezone from AG to AG-28 to permit two single-detached dwellings and one accessory apartment (max 3 dwelling units).
- Staff recommend modifications: existing dwelling to be converted to an additional residential unit (ADU) within 75 metres of the new principal dwelling, to comply with 2024 Provincial Planning Statement.
- Enbridge Gas has no objection to the application but reserves the right to amend or remove development conditions.
- Consent agenda includes building reports for August and September 2024, and a request to waive property tax interest and penalties for 33 Coldwater Road.
- Reports for direction: Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for Greenwood Landing Development (104-112 Brandon Avenue).
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four applications: two consents to sever land and two minor variances. Staff recommend deferring the consent application at 3118 Mossy Stonecrop Trail due to concerns about a Provincially Significant Wetland and policy compliance. The other applications involve a severance at 2242 Oakley Sideroad and minor variances at 2674 Westshore Crescent and 2 Gray Street.
- Consent B-12-24: sever 0.3 ha lot at 3118 Mossy Stonecrop Trail; staff recommend deferral pending peer review of EIS
- Consent B-13-24: severance at 2242 Oakley Sideroad
- Minor Variance A-19-24: at 2674 Westshore Crescent
- Minor Variance A-20-24: at 2 Gray Street
Special Council
Council is holding a workshop to review the Township of Severn's ward boundaries, with consultant Jack Ammendolia of Watson & Associates presenting background information and objectives. The review will consider whether to maintain or change the current five-ward structure, with any changes to take effect for the October 26, 2026 municipal election. A by-law to adopt the meeting's proceedings is also on the agenda.
- Ward Boundary Review workshop led by Jack Ammendolia, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
- Discussion on whether to maintain or alter Severn's five wards, created in 1994 and last redrawn in 2016
- 2021 population of 14,576; average 2,082 residents per council member
- Deadline to pass any boundary by-law is December 31, 2025
- By-law No. 2024-59 to adopt proceedings of the October 9, 2024 Council meeting
Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider recommending Council approve an amended three-year lease agreement with Coldwater & District Minor Hockey Association, reducing the winter concession booth rental from $3,000 to $2,400 annually and eliminating the spring/summer charge. The committee will also review the 2025 Recreation and Facilities Capital Plan priorities, a funding request from the Coldwater Shuffleboard Club, and student letters to the Mayor from Rama Public School.
- Amended lease: Coldwater Minor Hockey concession booth rental reduced to $2,400/year (from $3,000), no spring/summer charge, term extended to 3 years
- 2025 Recreation and Facilities Capital Plan priorities (R24-014)
- Coldwater Shuffleboard Club funding request
- Student letters to the Mayor from Rama Public School
- Activity report: beach volleyball court installed at Washago Centennial Park; new yoga programs starting November
Council
This Council meeting includes a public hearing and reports on a proposed zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 2060 Division Road West, with correspondence from agencies and residents. Council will also vote on several by-laws, including a rezoning at 1161 Old Creamery Road and part-lot control exemptions on Sandy Acres Avenue. A closed session is scheduled for a verbal by-law enforcement update regarding 2999 Lakeside Drive.
- Public hearing for Zoning By-law Amendment (Z-21-18) and Draft Plan of Subdivision (SV-T-2103) at 2060 Division Road West
- By-law 2024-53: Rezone lands at 1161 Old Creamery Road
- By-laws 2024-54, 2024-55, 2024-56: Part lot control exemptions for Blocks 76, 78, 79 on Plan 51M-1251 (Sandy Acres Avenue)
- By-law 2024-57: Amend By-law 2024-77 (Council proceedings)
- Closed session: Verbal by-law enforcement update at 2999 Lakeside Drive
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee will hear delegations on short-term rentals, tourism updates, and budget requests, and will consider reports on road resurfacing, procurement, and new policies. No decisions will be made on delegations; they may be referred to staff or budget talks.
- Delegation: Nancy Croft on short-term rental issues on Lakeside Drive
- Delegation: Lake Country Tourism update and 2025 budget request
- Delegation: Coldwater Mill update and 2025 budget request
- Report W24-032: 2025 Road Resurfacing Program
- Report C24-003: Sole source procurement for water and wastewater rate study
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding two statutory public meetings: one for a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision at 2060 Division Road West (23 residential lots, stormwater pond, active transportation pathway, three new roads), and another for a zoning by-law amendment at 1161 Old Creamery Road. The committee will also hear a delegation about the Claresbridge Lane bridge, consider reports on a part lot control exemption, a peer review update for 2970 Fesserton Sideroad, and a public works report on Claresbridge Lane. No decisions are made on delegations at this meeting.
- Public meeting for Z-21-18 & SV-T-2103: 23 residential lots, stormwater pond, active transportation pathway, 3 new roads at 2060 Division Road West
- Public meeting for Z-24-06: zoning amendment at 1161 Old Creamery Road
- Delegation on Claresbridge Lane bridge by Jerry Dias & Connie Welbourne
- Part lot control exemption for Turnbull Subdivision, Blocks 76, 78, 79, Plan 51M-1251 (3034–3044 & 3060–3080 Sandy Acres Avenue)
- Peer review update for 2970 Fesserton Sideroad (SV-T-2102, Z-21-14) and need for additional public meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on two minor variance applications. One application, for 1735 Sweep Road, was previously deferred for an environmental study peer review and staff now recommend denial. The other, for 12726 County Road 16, is a new application to be considered.
- Minor Variance A-15-24 for 1735 Sweep Road: request to reduce front yard setback to 8.66 metres for a new dwelling and 6.24 metres for an attached deck; staff recommend denial
- Minor Variance A-18-24 for 12726 County Road 16: new application, details in staff report D24-036
Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to receive the Director's activity report and community recreation survey results, which will inform 2025 budget planning. The agenda includes updates on new parks, facility grants, and program changes, but no binding decisions are scheduled.
- David Russell Memorial Park passive park development at 3312 Russell Drive, Port Severn
- Grant applications for Westshore Recreation Facility (up to $10M provincial, $25M federal)
- Beach volleyball court installation at Washago Centennial Park
- Community Recreation Survey Results and Program Development Update (R24-011)
- 2025 budget process begins with anticipated increases to recreation programs and tree maintenance
Council
This is a regular Council meeting with several reports for direction, including potential funding for the Westshore Recreation Facility, a financial review, and a vendor agreement with the Coldwater & District Agricultural Society. Council will also consider by-laws on employee salaries, a memorandum of understanding with the Coldwater BIA, and the vendor agreement. A closed session is scheduled for a verbal report on the CAO's 6-month check-in.
- Tax write-offs totaling $8,399.88 for properties including 3899 Town Line, 1583 Cambrian Road, 3705 Telford Line, 3869 Wood Avenue, 3188 Goldstein Road, 1611 Kitchen Sideroad, and 2179 Deer Island
- Recreation Report R24-012 on potential funding opportunities for Westshore Recreation Facility
- Corporate Services Report C24-002 on financial review as of July 31, 2024
- Administration Report A24-028 on Coldwater & District Agricultural Society Vendor Agreement
- By-law 2024-49 setting salary rates for certain employee positions
Corporate Services Committee - 28 Aug 2024 (immediately following Special Council Meeting)
The Corporate Services Committee is meeting to hear delegations from Mariposa House Hospice and Orillia & Lake Country Physician Recruitment, who are requesting funding for 2025. The committee will also consider several public works reports and administrative items, including a land sale inquiry and a sole source procurement for a ward boundary review. No decisions will be made on the delegations; they will be referred to staff, budget deliberations, or taken no action.
- Mariposa House Hospice requests $30,000 one-time for Cuddle Bed Campaign and $12,000 annual for 4 years
- Orillia & Lake Country Physician Recruitment requests 2025 budget funding
- Public Works Report W24-028: Westshore Main Pump Station Electrical Upgrade
- Public Works Report W24-023: Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Implementation
- Administration Report A24-023: Land Sale Inquiry - 3309 Lake St. George Boulevard
Special Council
This special council meeting is primarily focused on adopting By-law 2024-47, which would impose development charges on new development and redevelopment to fund growth-related municipal services. The by-law follows a background study and a public meeting held in August 2024. The agenda also includes a confirmation by-law to adopt the proceedings of this meeting.
- By-law 2024-47: Development charges by-law
- By-law 2024-48: Confirmation by-law to adopt proceedings
- Public meeting held August 14, 2024 on development charges
- Development Charges Background Study dated June 28, 2024
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider four new applications: two for land severances (consents) and two for minor variances. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. Decisions will be made on these applications, with public input heard.
- Consent B-10-24: FORSITE Homes Limited, 4493 Fairgrounds Road
- Consent B-11-24: Evergreen Golf Centre, 3372 Agnew Road
- Minor Variance A-16-24: Rudy and Kendra Grant, 1487 Cunningham Crescent
- Minor Variance A-17-24: Wes and Sue Henry, 1052 The Spur
Council
Council is holding a public meeting to review a proposed Development Charges Background Study and by-law, which would set new fees on new residential and non-residential development to fund growth-related infrastructure. The study proposes significant increases in charges for single detached homes in Westshore and Coldwater, and introduces new water service charges for Coldwater. Council will also hear a delegation from a resident petitioning for road works on Crescent Bay and Piccadilly Lane, and consider several staff reports on planning, public works, and administration items.
- Public meeting on 2024 Development Charges Background Study and by-law, with proposed single-detached charges rising to $50,675 in Westshore and $37,834 in Coldwater (from $20,513 and $25,199 respectively)
- Delegation from David Daniel re Crescent Bay & Piccadilly Lane petition for road works
- Planning Report P24-028: Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for Greenwood Landing Development, Blocks 86, 87, and Part Block 88, Plan 51M-1227 (79-87 & 69-77 Brandon Avenue)
- Planning Report P24-030: Pre-Servicing Agreement with High Level Construction Ltd., 3879 Town Line, Marchmont
- Public Works Reports: W24-019 Wainman Line Culvert Replacement, W24-021 Carlyon Line Road Resurfacing, W24-020 Foxmead Road Culvert Rehabilitation
Special Council
This is a special council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is a closed session discussion of litigation or potential litigation, specifically Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) appeals by LIV (File Nos. Z-22-02 and SV-T-2201) related to Planning Report No. P24-029. The meeting will also adopt a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.
- Closed session: Litigation or potential litigation, including OLT appeals by LIV (Planning Report No. P24-029, File Nos. Z-22-02 and SV-T-2201)
- By-law No. 2024-43 to adopt the proceedings of the meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide on several applications for minor variances and land consents, including a deferred variance for a new dwelling at 44 Sheppard Street, Coldwater, and new applications for consents and variances at various properties. The meeting also includes adoption of the June 18, 2024 minutes and disclosure of pecuniary interests.
- Minor Variance A-09-24 for 44 Sheppard Street, Coldwater: reduced setbacks and increased lot coverage for a new single-detached dwelling
- Consent B-07-24 and Minor Variance A-14-24 for 1366 Cambrian Road
- Consent B-08-24 for 5 West Street, Coldwater
- Minor Variance A-22-23 for 3917 Menoke Beach Road
- Minor Variance A-11-24 for 3882 West Canal Road and A-15-24 for 1735 Sweep Road
Special Council
The Special Council meeting includes discussions on updating the Township's Official Plan and reviewing various zoning by-law amendments. Council will also receive a workshop on development charges and review proposed updates to planning user fees.
- Adoption of the updated New Official Plan (By-law No. 2024-40)
- Zoning amendment for 1171 Jermey Road (By-law No. 2024-38)
- Zoning amendment for 12778 County Road 16 (By-law No. 2024-39)
- Proposed updates to Planning Fees – User Fees and Charges By-law
- Development Charges informational workshop
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will hold public meetings regarding two zoning amendment applications and a proposed revised Township Official Plan. Staff recommend approving the rezoning for 12778 County Road 16 to allow a self-storage facility as a permitted use.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z-24-03: Proposed self-storage facility at 12778 County Road 16
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z-24-04: Proposed amendment for 1171 Jermey Road
- Public Meeting: Proposed Revised New Township Official Plan
- Deeming By-law Application: 3274 and 3282 Rockcliffe Court
- Building Report: April 2024
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing a final report from Blackline Consulting regarding the Township's organizational structure. The report finds that current staffing levels may not support Council priorities or projected population growth. Recommendations include creating a Corporate Services Department and centralizing customer service.
- Blackline Consulting Organizational Review Final Report
- Proposal from Coldwater Adult Slopitch regarding ball diamond gate access
- Westshore Recreation Facility geothermal borehole and conductivity testing
- Michael Anne Drive speed limit review
- Hamilton Street extended road closure
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee is reviewing several applications for land severances and minor variances. Items include a proposed lot severance on Severn River and various requests for building setbacks and dock dimensions.
- Consent application B-02-23: Sever 3599 Severn River into two shoreline residential lots
- Consent application B-11-23: Proposed severance at 1300 Torpitt Road
- Minor variance A-12-24: Setback requests for 4361 & 4363 Ramsay Street
- Minor variance A-13-24: Setback requests for 8227 Highway 12
- Minor variance A-10-24: Dock width and surface area requests for 2157 Burrows Island
Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed a feasibility study for the property at 3253 Port Severn Road. The committee recommended moving forward with a detailed technical feasibility study in 2025 to evaluate four preferred uses for the site.
- Port Severn Property Feasibility Study recommendation for a 2025 technical study
- $428,200 approved for Westshore Recreation Facility landscape and interior design
- Public requests to purchase retired decorative banners
- Proposed uses for Port Severn property: art studio, gym, music venue, or parkland
- Update on Washago and Marchmont sport court construction
Council
The Township of Severn Council is reviewing several by-laws, including a land acquisition for a public highway on St. Amant Road and a zoning amendment for 3487 Tower Line Road. The meeting also addresses administrative appointments and reports from various committees.
- By-law 2024-33: land acquisition and public highway establishment on St. Amant Road
- By-law 2024-34: zoning amendment for 3487 Tower Line Road
- Appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement, Property Standards, and Weed Inspectors
- Zoning amendment application Z-20-07 for a single-family dwelling at 3487 Tower Line Road
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing how to regulate kennels, doggy-daycare, and for-profit pet-daycare. Staff are presenting options to incorporate these reviews into the Official Plan update or through independent amendments.
- Planning Report P24-018: Review of kennels and dog daycare facilities
- Recreation Report R24-008: Parking restrictions at public boat launches
- Recreation Report R24-007: Additional office space options
- Administration Report A24-016: Closed meeting investigator
- Administration Report A24-017: Land acquisition for part of Saint Amant Road
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several land use applications, including a minor variance for a new dwelling at 1696 Pappy Gill Lane. The meeting also addresses new requests for land consent and cancellations of consent for various properties.
- Minor Variance A-18-22: Proposed new dwelling and deck at 1696 Pappy Gill Lane
- Consent B-04-24: Application for land consent at 8645 Severn River
- Cancellation of Consent B-05-24: Application for 4361 & 4363 Ramsay Street, Washago
- Minor Variance A-02-24: Application for 3952 Fairgrounds Road
- Minor Variance A-09-24: Application for 44 Sheppard Street, Coldwater
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting regarding a Zoning By-law Amendment for property owned by Leon Martin. The proposal seeks to create a site-specific Rural Exception zone to allow development on lands that lack frontage on a public road. Staff recommend adding a Holding Zone to require a Site Plan Agreement to ensure compliance with environmental recommendations.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z-20-07 for 3487 Tower Line Road
- Proposed rezoning from Rural (RU) to site-specific Rural Exception (RU-23)
- Request to allow a single detached dwelling on lands without public road frontage
- Staff recommendation for a site-specific Holding Forty-Three (H43) Zone
- Simcoe County District School Board notice regarding lack of guaranteed bus service
Special Council
The Township is reviewing proposed provincial legislation, Bill 185, which aims to accelerate housing construction. Staff are analyzing how changes to parking minimums, additional residential units, and development charges will impact local planning and infrastructure.
- Planning Report P24-016 regarding Bill 185 (Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act)
- Planning Report P24-017 regarding the New Provincial Planning Statement (PPS)
- By-law No. 2024-30 to impose 2024 taxes and special rates
- By-law No. 2024-31 regarding cemetery fees and charges
- Discussion on potential impacts of removing parking minimums and third-party appeal rights
Council
The Township of Severn Council is reviewing several general by-laws, including updates to property standards and employee remuneration. The meeting also addresses staff appointments and a proposed by-law to restrict vehicle weight on bridges.
- By-law No. 2024-22 to amend Property Standards
- Appointment of Ashley Vautour as Municipal Law Enforcement/Property Standards Officer
- Appointment of Kadin Senten as Municipal Law Enforcement/Property Standards Officer
- By-law No. 2024-25 regarding remuneration for Council and employees
- By-law No. 2024-28 to restrict vehicle weight on Claresbridge bridges
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing provincial policy updates regarding Bill 185 and its impact on development charges. The meeting also includes discussions on recreation facility upgrades, public works reports, and local land sale requests.
- Westshore Recreation Facility Design Upgrades Award
- Bill 185, Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 policy updates
- Request for Passive Park at 3312 Russell Drive
- Request for Second Entrance on Aldershott Place (3394 Goldstein Road)
- Land Sale: Road Allowance abutting 1478 Balkwill Line
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing responses regarding stormwater management and property access. The discussion includes resident concerns about flooding and culverts near Georgian Heights Blvd. The Township's Consulting Engineer is currently reviewing stormwater management plans.
- Stormwater management review by Township's Consulting Engineer
- Property access discussion regarding Fesserton Sideroad
- Review of flooding and culvert concerns on Georgian Heights Blvd.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for land severances and minor variances. The primary item involves a proposal to create two commercial lots in the Coldwater Settlement Area, which will require future rezoning and site plan control.
- Consent applications B-09-23 and B-10-23 for 68 Coldwater Road to create two commercial lots
- Minor variance A-07-24 for 3446 Bayou Road, Westshore
- Minor variance A-04-24 for 2900 Kellys Road involving a sauna, hot tub, and storage containers
- Minor variance A-05-24 for 1951 Division Road West to increase accessory building size to 112.0 square metres
- Minor variance A-06-24 for 1708 Green Lane regarding watercourse and yard setbacks
Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed a proposal for 'Disc Golf Discovery Zones' in smaller public spaces. The committee also received updates on sport court construction, the Westshore Recreation Facility design, and a grant application for an e-bike charging station in Coldwater.
- $40,000 allocated in the 2024 budget for a disc golf course
- Support for Tourism Simcoe County E-Bike Charge Station Grant application in Coldwater
- Approval of revised Policy A-9 regarding retired signage and decorative banners
- 65% completion of Washago and Marchmont sport courts
- Ongoing dock wall rehabilitation project at Severn Falls (40% complete)
Council
The Council is reviewing a zoning by-law amendment for 3244 Hampshire Mills Line and discussing a notice of mooring restrictions from the Government of Canada. The meeting also includes a request for reconsideration regarding a police board appointment.
- Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-20 for 3244 Hampshire Mills Line
- Planning Report P24-014 regarding Government of Canada mooring restrictions
- Request for reconsideration of Council Representative appointment to Couchiching Detachment Police Board
- 2023 Treasurer's Statement on remuneration and expenses
- Review of Canine Control & Licensing By-law No. 2020-62
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee will review a draft Economic Development Strategy and the 2024 Road Resurfacing Program. Members will also discuss provincial advocacy regarding Occupational Health and Safety Act definitions and Blue Box recycling regulations.
- Presentation of the Draft Economic Development Strategy (A24-012)
- 2024 Road Resurfacing Program (W24-006)
- Westshore Wastewater Treatment Plant Process Review (W24-007)
- Silver Creek Tract Aggregate Extraction Lease Agreement (W24-011)
- General Grant Application for EarlyON Child and Family Centre Simcoe North
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee will review a zoning amendment for 3244 Hampshire Mills Line to allow an accessory dwelling unit. The committee will also discuss proposed amendments to the Site Alteration Fill By-law and a new Tree Conservation By-law. Additionally, presentations regarding the Ontario Pumped Storage Project are scheduled.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z-24-01 (3244 & Part of 3260 Hampshire Mills Line)
- Proposed Site Alteration Fill & Tree Conservation By-laws
- TC Energy Ontario Pumped Storage Project presentation
- Building Report for February 2024
Special Council
The Township is reviewing applications to lift Part Lot Control restrictions for the Greenwood Landing development in Coldwater. These exemptions would allow the developer to sell individual freehold townhouse units on Blocks 84, 85, and part of Block 86.
- Part Lot Control Exemption for 89-79 & 99-105 Brandon Avenue (Blocks 84, 85, and part of 86)
- Deeming By-law application for 3386 Azcona Avenue, Westshore
- By-law No. 2024-16 regarding Registered Plan Number 811
- By-law No. 2024-17 for Block 84 on Registered Plan 51M-1227
- By-law No. 2024-18 for Block 85 and Part of Block 86 on Registered Plan 51M-1227
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several minor variance applications and one cancellation of consent. Key discussions include a proposed dwelling reconstruction near a Provincially Significant Wetland at 1250 Grandview Lodge Road.
- Minor Variance A-16-23: Reconstruction of a single detached dwelling at 1250 Grandview Lodge Road
- Application for Cancellation of Consent (B-01-24) at 1478 Balkwill Line
- Minor Variance A-04-24 at 2900 Kellys Road
- Minor Variance A-05-24 at 1951 Division Road West, Marchmont
- Minor Variance A-06-24 at 1708 Green Lane
Council
The Council reviewed a proposed zoning amendment to regulate floating accommodations on all lands and watercourses. They also addressed a request for kennel licensing exemptions and approved several administrative by-laws.
- Zoning By-law Amendment (2024-13) regarding floating accommodations
- Review of Canine Control & Licensing By-law No. 2020-62
- Grant of $245.05 to Coldwater Public School for skating
- Appointment of Ritch Lowell as Director of Fire & Emergency Services/Fire Chief
- Expropriation applications for Lovering - West St
Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing annual water and wastewater reports for six municipal systems. The meeting also includes an update from the OPP on 2023 crime statistics and discussions on administrative policies.
- 2023 Annual and Summary Water and Wastewater Reports for six municipal systems
- OPP 4th Quarter 2023 crime statistics update
- North Shop heating repairs report
- Records Management & Retention Program Policy and Retention Schedule
- Orillia Fish and Game Conservation Club grant application
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public meeting regarding a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law. The amendment seeks to establish new definitions for watercraft and explicitly prohibit floating accommodations in all zones.
- Public Meeting for Zoning By-law Amendment Z-23-07 (Floating Accommodations)
- Planning Report P24-007 regarding township-initiated zoning updates
- Delegation regarding West Street Extension access and private bridge removal
- Planning Report P24-006 regarding Westshore Crescent subdivision extension
- Deeming By-law applications for 3304 Beechwood Drive and 3405 Muskoka Street
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for minor variances and land severances. The primary item involves a proposal to add an addition and a new open deck to an existing dwelling at 3832 East Shore Road.
- Minor variance A-01-24: Addition and open deck at 3832 East Shore Road
- Minor variance A-03-24: Application at 2296 Hampshire Mills Line
- Consent application B-08-23: Land severance at 60 Gray Street
- Minor variance A-20-23: Detached garage and dryland boathouse at 3034 Maclean Lake North Shore Road
- Minor variance A-21-23: Accessory building height at 3129 Mossy Stonecrop Trail
Culture and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee reviewed a proposal for Lakeland Solutions to install and manage EV charging stations at municipal properties at no cost to the Township. Members also received updates on the Westshore Recreation Facility design, the Uhthoff Trail Bridge rehabilitation, and various community facility projects.
- Proposed EV charging stations at Municipal Office, Coldwater Community Centre, and Washago Community Centre
- Uhthoff Trail Bridge #1 rehabilitation is 90% complete
- Severn Falls dock rehabilitation project is 40% complete
- Tourism Simcoe County Cycle Simcoe E-Bike Charge Station Grant Application
- Update to Policy A-9 regarding retired signage and decorative banners
Council
The Council will consider several by-laws, including new water and sewage rates and land expropriation. They will also hear a delegation regarding a request for a kennel license exemption for in-home pet-sitting.
- Request for exemption to By-law 2020-62 regarding kennel licensing requirements
- By-law 2024-04 to set 2024 rates for Water Works and Sewage Works Systems
- By-laws 2024-05 and 2024-06 regarding land expropriation at Lovering - West St
- By-law 2024-01 to appoint Steve Jermey as Deputy Chief Building Official
- By-law 2024-02 to appoint members to the Coldwater Business Improvement Area Board
Special Corporate Services Committee
The Corporate Services Committee is reviewing the second draft of economic development priorities proposed by Explorer Solutions. This workshop aims to refine the strategy's vision and ensure objectives align with Council's goals.
- Review of Administrative Report No. A24-005 regarding Economic Development Strategy
- Revised project total of $72,985 due to expanded scope
- $25,000 grant from Ontario Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs
- $47,985 funding from the Capital Reserve
Corporate Services Committee
The committee is reviewing a proposal to explore fragmenting the Severn Estates water system into private wells to address a $50,000-$60,000 annual operating loss. Staff also recommend canceling the River Street sidewalk extension due to road allowance and tree constraints.
- Severn Estates water system fragmentation study (estimated $120,000)
- Severn Estates well replacement project (estimated up to $795,000)
- River Street Sidewalk Extension project cancellation recommendation
- Administration Report A23-003: Draft MOU between Coldwater BIA and Township
- 2023 Year-End By-law Enforcement Report
Planning and Development Committee
The Planning and Development Committee is holding a public information meeting to provide updates and receive feedback on a revised development proposal. The project involves a zoning by-law amendment and a draft plan of subdivision for lands at 8743 Highway 11 North and 3651 Menoke Beach Road. No decision will be made at this meeting.
- Zoning By-law Amendment (Z-22-02) for LIV Communities Shadow Creek/Menoke
- Draft Plan of Subdivision (SV-T-2201) proposing up to 587 residential units
- Proposed mix of single detached dwellings and townhouses
- Proposed inclusion of a school block, two stormwater management ponds, and a pump station
- 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan administration report
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee reviewed several minor variance applications, including a request to reconstruct and enlarge a dwelling on the Gloucester Pool shoreline. Most applications were either approved, deferred for more information, or scheduled for future consideration.
- Minor Variance A-18-22 (1696 Pappy Gill Lane): Deferred pending further planning justification and policy analysis
- Minor Variance A-17-23 (3415 Reservoir Road): Approved subject to specific conditions
- Minor Variance A-19-23 (1954 South Riverside Drive): Deferred pending additional information
- Minor Variance A-12-23 (4590 Trent Trail): Deferred until March 2024 for a revised proposal
- Appointment of 2024-2026 Chair and Vice Chair roles