Simcoe County public meetings in 2023
78 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Agricultural Liaison Committee
The committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review its established Terms of Reference. Members will also discuss farm tax ratios, forest conservation, and agricultural waste disposal.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of Agricultural Liaison Committee Terms of Reference
- Discussion on Farm Tax Ratios and impact to agriculture industry
- Discussion on Forest Conservation By-law
- Discussion on Agriculture Waste Disposal
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
Simcoe County Council and Committee of the Whole will consider approving the 2024 budget and several paramedic service items, including a one-year pilot funded by hospital reserve interest. They will also declare the Town of Midland Deputy Mayor seat vacant and decide on delegating subdivision approval authority to Tiny Township. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and reports, plus closed-session items on land acquisition and solid waste negotiations.
- Approve 2024 Budget as part of Performance Management report
- Declare Town of Midland Deputy Mayor seat on County Council vacant
- Authorize one-year Paramedic Services pilot using Hospital Reserve Fund interest
- Delegate approval authority for Plans of Subdivision and Condominium to Township of Tiny
- Cease curbside textile and electronics collection in 2025; add textiles to bulky collection
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is receiving a presentation on the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan (ASAP), including a housing needs assessment and 44 preliminary strategic options to increase attainable housing supply for moderate-income households. The committee is also receiving progress updates on the 10-year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy and affordable housing targets. No decisions are being made; items are for information and discussion.
- Presentation on Housing Needs Assessment and Preliminary Strategic Direction Options for the County of Simcoe and City of Orillia Housing ASAP
- Progress update on Modernized 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (2024-2034)
- Affordable Housing Targets Update
- 44 strategic options including development incentives, public land use, zoning reform, and process streamlining
- Data shows no subregion has attainable ownership housing at average resale prices
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee is reviewing several economic development and tourism items, including updates on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism data. Key decisions include approving a new agriculture work plan and working group, closing the 2021 funding program, authorizing a CanExport contract, and accessing up to $250,000 from reserves for consulting.
- Approve formation of Agriculture working group and new Agriculture and Agri-Food work plan
- Close 2021 Economic Development Funding Program with no further extensions
- Authorize Warden and Clerk to execute CanExport Community Investments funding contract
- Access up to $250,000 from Economic Development & Planning reserve for strategic investment consulting
- Receive Tourism Environics Data Update presentation
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee is reviewing options to appoint an Integrity Commissioner to oversee the Council Code of Conduct. Three pre-qualified proponents have been identified following a request for pre-qualification process. The committee will recommend one candidate to County Council for a term running from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2027.
- Appointment of Integrity Commissioner for the 2024-2027 term
- Review of three pre-qualified bidders: ADR Chambers Inc., Principles Integrity, and SC Consulting
- Annual operating budget of $29,000 for Integrity Commissioner services
- Review of Governance Committee Terms of Reference
- Confidential performance appraisals for various General Managers and the CAO
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider and likely approve the 2024 County of Simcoe draft budget, including recommended changes that reduce the levy increase to 4.2% and cut net capital requirements by $50,000. The committee will also discuss several other items, including a transportation master plan update, funding for community paramedicine, and the purchase of remaining shares of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport.
- 2024 draft budget with 4.2% levy increase and $50,000 capital reduction
- Endorsement of 2023 Community Settlement Strategy
- Approval of 2024 Social and Community Investment Fund allocations
- Authorization to acquire remaining Lake Simcoe Regional Airport shares from City of Barrie
- Endorsement of Transportation Master Plan Update final draft
Council
Simcoe County Council will consider approving the Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan, with two areas excluded from approval due to mapping conflicts with the County Official Plan. The agenda also includes routine approvals of previous minutes, committee reports, and a by-law for winter maintenance on County Road 16.
- Approval of Oro-Medonte Official Plan with non-decisions on settlement areas (Moonstone, Edgar, etc.) and employment areas (Oro Centre, Highway 11)
- By-law to authorize winter maintenance agreement with Province for County Road 16
- Approval of 2024 Paramedic Services response time targets
- Purchase of new bus for Trillium Manor funded by donation reserve
- Approval of previous council minutes and committee reports
Special Budget Meeting - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving a presentation on the 2024 draft County of Simcoe budget. No decisions are expected at this meeting; the draft will be referred to the regular Committee meeting on November 14, 2023, for review and recommendation to County Council on November 28, 2023. The budget includes operating revenues of $623.4 million and expenses of $615.3 million, with a net capital requirement of $57.9 million.
- 2024 draft budget with operating revenues of $623.4M and expenses of $615.3M
- Net capital requirement of $57.9M for 2024
- Major capital projects include CR 4 and CR 21 road construction
- Affordable housing developments in Orillia and Barrie, with Bradford West Gwillimbury opening in 2024
- Lake Simcoe Regional Airport runway extension and water/wastewater expansion planning
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board is reviewing an update to the Affordable Housing Master Plan, which proposes an average annual target of 100 new units. The Board is also considering the approval of several property acquisitions to be added to the SCHC housing portfolio.
- Affordable Housing Master Plan update (HCB 2023-272)
- Proposed annual target of 100 new housing units
- SCHC property acquisitions (HCB 2023-278)
- Call for Proposals 2023-24 for municipal housing partnerships
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing and making recommendations on several items, including the approval of the Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan with two non-decisions, a road maintenance agreement for County Road 16, a new bus for Trillium Manor, and a climate action plan with emission reduction targets. The meeting also includes updates on archives, scheduling software, and waste management projects.
- Approve Oro-Medonte Official Plan with non-decisions on settlement area boundaries and agricultural-to-employment redesignations
- Authorize road maintenance agreement with MTO for County Road 16
- Purchase new bus for Trillium Manor funded from Donation Reserve Fund
- Approve 18-month multi-residential organics pilot program
- Commit to 44% corporate GHG reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050
Council
This is a regular County of Simcoe Council meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main substantive item is a by-law to authorize the expropriation of a portion of lands at 5962 Line 8, Beeton, in the Town of New Tecumseth. Council will also receive communications, adopt minutes, and consider reports from the Committee of the Whole on performance management and human services.
- By-law to authorize expropriation of lands at 5962 Line 8, Beeton, New Tecumseth
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management and Human Services
- Adoption of Council minutes from October 10, 2023
- Confirmatory by-law to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to consider and potentially approve its draft 2024 work plan, as well as multi-year accessibility plans for the County of Simcoe and the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. The committee will also receive accessibility facility review summaries for the Elmvale Branch of Springwater Public Library and the Elmvale Community Centre, and discuss the Town of Midland joining the committee.
- Draft 2024 Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Work Plan (AAC 2023-229)
- County of Simcoe Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2024-2028 (AAC 2023-228)
- Simcoe County Museum Accessibility Plan (AAC 2023-282)
- Accessibility Facility Review summaries for Elmvale Branch of Springwater Public Library and Elmvale Community Centre
- Township of Adjala-Tosorontio 2024-2028 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (CLK 2023-19)
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee will receive updates on workforce development, attraction, and retention initiatives, and on tourism marketing. The workforce update covers job fairs, training, and partnerships, while the tourism update is a routine report. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and terms of reference.
- Workforce development update (EDS 2023-271) covering job fairs, training, and partnerships
- Tourism marketing update (EDS 2023-253)
- Approval of agenda and terms of reference
- No public hearings or contracts with dollar amounts listed
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items, including an updated provincial funding allocation for child care that directs the creation of 3,081 new licensed spaces in Simcoe County by 2026, the third-largest allocation in Ontario. The committee will also receive updates on homelessness winter response plans, including warming centres and a new public shelter dashboard, and consider a letter from the Town of Midland on 'catch and release' justice.
- 3,081 new licensed child care spaces allocated to Simcoe County (2022-2026)
- Homelessness winter response: warming centres in Bradford West-Gwillimbury and Orillia, plus temporary shelter beds at 20 Rose Street, Barrie
- New public 'Shelter System Flow and Capacity' dashboard for real-time shelter bed data
- Letter from Town of Midland requesting provincial/federal action on 'catch and release' justice
- Post-secondary education capital funding options for council direction
Council
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including the purchase of properties in Penetanguishene, Springwater, and Oro-Medonte, and the appointment of Jonathan Magill as Clerk. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, committee reports, and a proclamation for Child Care Worker Appreciation Day.
- Purchase of 48 Maria Street, Penetanguishene (PIN 58441-0464)
- Purchase of 50 Maria Street, Penetanguishene (PIN 58441-0463)
- Purchase of 28 Yonge Street North, Elmvale, Springwater
- Purchase of land in Oro-Medonte (Part of Lot 17, Concession 6 Oro)
- Appointment of Jonathan Magill as Clerk
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the development of a modernized 10-year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (2024-2034) and to endorse the Housing Needs Assessment Report from the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan (ASAP). The agenda includes a progress update on the strategy, which involved a public survey with 4,310 completed responses and stakeholder interviews with 44 completed responses. The committee will also review its terms of reference.
- Progress update on Modernized 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (2024-2034)
- Endorsement of Housing Needs Assessment Report (Schedule 1 to AHA 2023-276)
- Public survey results: 4,310 completed responses, 4,703 partial responses
- Key stakeholder interviews: 44 completed, 34 partial responses
- Review of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee is deciding on several appointments and committee changes, including adding an Indigenous representative to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, appointing a councillor to the Royal Victoria Hospital advisory council, dissolving the Museum Advisory Committee, and delegating MFIPPA authority to the County Clerk. The meeting also includes a closed session for a personal matter appointment.
- Amend Affordable Housing Advisory Committee terms to add one Indigenous community representative and one County Councillor at-large
- Appoint an elected official to Royal Victoria Hospital Municipal Capital Expansion Advisory Council for 2022-2026 term
- Dissolve Museum Advisory Committee and send thank-you letter to Women's Institute
- Delegate County Clerk as MFIPPA Head, rescinding By-laws 4164 and 3891
- Closed session to appoint non-elected member to Planning Advisory Committee
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to approve the 2023 audit engagement letter and audit plan from Baker Tilly KDN LLP, receive the audit planning letter, approve the draft 2024 work plan, and approve a new Asset Retirement Obligation Policy. These items are routine financial oversight actions.
- Approve 2023 Audit Engagement Letter from Baker Tilly KDN LLP
- Receive 2023 Audit & Finance Committee Planning Letter
- Approve 2023 Audit Plan
- Approve draft 2024 Work Plan
- Approve Asset Retirement Obligation Policy
Council
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve the agenda, adopt minutes, and consider reports from the Committee of the Whole. Key actions include enacting by-laws for a provincial gas tax funding agreement and dedicating land for County Road No. 1. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions.
- By-law to authorize signing of Annual Letter of Agreement for Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation Program
- By-law to dedicate parts of Lot 11, Concession 8, Town of New Tecumseth as part of County Road No. 1
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services
- Adoption of Council minutes from September 12, 2023
- Confirmatory by-law for proceedings of this meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board will receive the 2023 second quarter report and consider approving a lease-up plan for its Orillia development. The plan proposes a mixed-income model with up to 20% market-rate units and sets income limits for affordable units. The board will also adopt minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting.
- 2023 Second Quarter Report: tenant satisfaction survey, security reductions, 4.3% turnover, 33.1% arrears, capital projects, $111K under budget operating forecast
- Orillia Lease Up: mixed-income model with 10% Housing First, 20% low end of market, 70% at 80% average market rent, up to 20% market units at 100-120% AMR
- Orillia income limit: $79,000 per household (60th percentile, 2023)
- Four Barrie house sales: $2.1M proceeds transferred to reserve for affordable housing
- Capital projects: water piping, LED lighting, electrical panels, windows, EV charging stations, door upgrades
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider several staff reports and recommendations, including a proposed update to the Simcoe County Archives by-law, a funding request from the Simcoe County Hospice Alliance, and the 2023 forecast report. The committee will also receive updates on long-term care, housing grants, and other matters, and will hold a closed session to discuss land acquisitions.
- Repeal and replace By-law 3535, updating the Simcoe County Archives mandate for the first time in 42 years
- Approve Simcoe County Hospice Alliance capital funding allocation for 2022
- Approve revised County Forest Growth, Investment & Protection Policy
- Approve 2023 Forecast Report
- Approve Town of Midland joining the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
Bursary Committee
The Bursary Committee is meeting to review the 2023 County of Simcoe Bursary Program status and select recipients. The committee received 261 eligible applications for 21 available $3,000 bursaries. After the public portion, the committee will go into closed session to discuss applicant selection, which involves personal information about identifiable individuals.
- 261 eligible applications received for 21 available $3,000 bursaries
- 16 of 18 municipalities participating; Barrie and Orillia opted out
- Georgian College offering additional $1,500 to up to 5 recipients attending that institution
- Closed session to discuss applicant selection under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(b)
- Record year with 485 total applications, up from 272 in 2022
CANCELLED - Agricultural Liaison Committee
This meeting of the Agricultural Liaison Committee was cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as election of chair and vice-chair, approval of agenda, and disclosure of pecuniary interest, as well as discussion items on farm tax ratios, forest conservation by-law, agriculture waste disposal, and partnership opportunities with the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture.
- Meeting cancelled
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Farm Tax Ratios (Impact to Agriculture Industry)
- Forest Conservation By-law
- Agriculture Waste Disposal
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider several staff recommendations, including approving $442,397 for leaseholds and equipment for the Orillia Social and Community Services satellite office, purchasing three used ambulances from York Region for $134,940, and approving 2024 draft budget assumptions. Other items include a renal funding agreement, community support services increase, and consent items on landfill monitoring, transportation plan, and blue box transition.
- Approve $442,397 for Orillia SCS satellite office leaseholds and equipment
- Purchase three used ambulances from York Region for $134,940
- Receive 2023/24 Ontario Renal Network funding agreement for Trillium Manor
- Approve 2024 high-level draft budget assumptions
- Receive consent items on landfill monitoring, transportation master plan, and blue box transition
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee will receive updates on investment attraction activities and the Cycle Simcoe Trail Hub Project. They will consider approving a three-year extension (2024-2026) of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Aerospace Development Fund, using the remaining $300,000, and increasing the minimum lease term from 5 to 10 years. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and terms of reference.
- Extension of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Aerospace Development Fund (2024-2026) with $300,000 remaining
- Update on investment attraction activities, including RED fund grant of $66,600 from OMAFRA
- Cycle Simcoe Trail Hub Project update
- Approval of Economic Development Sub-Committee Terms of Reference
- Delegations to CANSEC and VTM shows in 2023
Council
This is a largely procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, adopt minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting, receive communications and proclamations, and receive minutes from the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of agenda for September 12, 2023 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from August 8, 2023 Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
- Receipt of Council Communications and Proclamations from August 8 to September 11, 2023
- Receipt of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board minutes from August 3, 2023
- Enactment of Confirmatory By-law Bill No. 7025-23
Accessibility Advisory Committee (Facility Review)
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will conduct a facility review of the Elmvale Community Hall at 33 Queen St., W., Elmvale, Ontario, using a detailed checklist covering accessible entrances, restrooms, and other features. The meeting is a site review, not a decision-making session, and no votes or proposals are listed.
- Facility review of Elmvale Community Hall, 33 Queen St., W., Elmvale
- Checklist covers accessible approach and entrance, goods/services access, restrooms, and additional access
- Review based on Accessibility Directorate of Ontario guide and Universal Design principles
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board will consider a staff recommendation to accept $260,000 in provincial-federal Homelessness Prevention Funding to convert part of 108 Burton Ave into supportive housing. The pilot would house at least five people from the By-Name List, with rent subsidies and 24/7 supports. The board will also approve the agenda, adopt prior minutes, and adjourn. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- $260,000 capital funding from 2022-2023 Homelessness Prevention Funding Allocation for supportive housing conversion at 108 Burton Ave
- Pilot project to house five participants from By-Name List via Coordinated Access System
- Funding to add security systems, door controls, office area, and common room enhancements
- Board to approve signing officers to enter agreements for current and future funding
- Adoption of June 6, 2023 board minutes
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
Simcoe County Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed 215-unit mixed-income, mixed-use development at 20 Rose Street, an updated 20-year forest management plan, and appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal regarding Bradford West Gwillimbury's Official Plan. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, communications, and several confidential land acquisition items.
- CCW 2023-194: Approve Option 3 for 215-unit mixed-income, mixed-use development at 20 Rose Street
- CCW 2023-187: Approve updated 20-Year Management Plan for Simcoe County Forest
- CCW 2023-199: Respond to Ontario Land Tribunal appeals on Bradford West Gwillimbury Official Plan
- Bills 7022-23 and 7023-23: Authorize land purchases in Tiny and Ramara townships
- Closed session: Confidential land acquisitions for forestry, waste management, roads, and supportive housing
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board
The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board will consider a staff recommendation to submit an application to Transport Canada for aerodrome certification, which would allow scheduled passenger service and support economic development. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss investment leads and direction. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and previous minutes.
- Application for Aerodrome Certification to Transport Canada (Item LSRA 2023-214)
- Closed session on Investment Leads Summary and Direction (Item LSRA 2023-215)
- Approval of May 30, 2023 minutes
- Approximately $200,000 in reserves for certification; $17,500 annual operational costs; $75,000 for potential airside upgrades
Joint Compliance Audit Committee
The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will consider a compliance audit application (SC-JCAC-23-09) regarding candidate Randy Greenlaw in the Township of Oro-Medonte, filed by applicant Evelyn Pollock. The committee may reject, grant, or defer the application. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and the chair's opening statement.
- Compliance audit application SC-JCAC-23-09 for candidate Randy Greenlaw (Township of Oro-Medonte)
- Applicant: Evelyn Pollock
- Committee options: reject, grant, or defer the application
- Approval of July 5, 2023 minutes
- Terms of Reference for 2022-2026 included
Accessibility Advisory Committee (Facility Review)
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will conduct a facility review of the Springwater Public Library - Elmvale Branch, using a detailed checklist to assess accessibility. The meeting is a site visit, not a decision-making session, and will evaluate the building's approach, interior, restrooms, and additional features against universal design principles.
- Facility review at Springwater Public Library, 50 Queen St W, Elmvale
- Checklist covers accessible approach, entrance, and parking
- Review includes restroom accessibility and universal design principles
- Joint committee includes County of Simcoe and four townships
Joint Compliance Audit Committee
The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will consider a compliance audit application (SC-JCAC-23-08) regarding candidate Giorgio Mammoliti in the Town of Wasaga Beach, filed by applicant Andy May. The committee may reject, grant, or defer the application. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and other procedural items.
- Application SC-JCAC-23-08: Candidate Giorgio Mammoliti, Applicant Andy May, Town of Wasaga Beach
- Decision options: reject, grant, or defer the compliance audit application
- Approval of minutes from June 29, 2023 meeting
- Terms of Reference for 2022-2026 included
Joint Compliance Audit Committee
The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will consider one compliance audit application regarding candidate James Leduc of Bradford-West Gwillimbury, with options to reject, grant, or defer. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.
- Compliance audit application SC-JCAC-23-07 for candidate James Leduc, applicant Mauro Di Giovanni
- Decision options: reject, grant, or defer the application
- Approval of June 1, 2023 minutes
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest and agenda approval
Shareholder of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation
The County of Simcoe, as sole shareholder of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation (SCHC), is holding its annual general meeting to appoint directors, approve the 2023 budget, appoint auditors, and ratify the board's 2022 actions. The agenda includes only these routine annual items, with no other substantive decisions or discussions.
- Appoint directors listed in Schedule 1, including Warden Basil Clarke and 12 others
- Appoint Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditors
- Approve 2023 SCHC operating budget, previously approved by County Council on January 24, 2023
- Ratify actions taken by SCHC Board of Directors in 2022
- Adopt minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive committee reports, and consider various staff recommendations. Key items include approving the Simcoe Village Campus project update, a $37,500 agreement for 211 service, a forest conservation exemption, and entering closed session to discuss land acquisitions, including the purchase of the Frost Tract in Oro-Medonte.
- Approve 2023 211 service agreement with Community Connection for $37,500
- Grant exemption to remove 4.8 hectares of woodlands at 1733 Innisfil Beach Road, Innisfil
- Approve $24,500 from reserve for Trails Connecting Communities Program projects
- Approve by-law for hazardous materials agreement with participating communities
- Authorize purchase of land in Oro-Medonte (Frost Tract) and other confidential land deals
Strategic Planning Session - Special Council
Simcoe County Council is holding a special strategic planning session to discuss and approve updates to the County's Vision, Mission, Values, and Strategic Directions, as well as a draft list of 2023 Strategic Initiatives. The agenda includes a report (CO 2023-193) recommending approval of these updates, which include adding 'inclusive' to the Vision statement and modifying the Mission statement. Council will also discuss several themes identified during a previous planning session, such as transit, water/wastewater, and medical recruitment. The meeting concludes with a confirmatory by-law.
- Approval of CO 2023-193: 2023 Strategic Plan Updates, including revised Vision and Mission statements
- Draft 2023 Strategic Initiatives include Simcoe Manor & Village redevelopment, Georgian Village 16-bed extension, and 10-year affordable housing strategy
- Initiatives also include Lake Simcoe Regional Airport runway extension and certification, and development of a local climate action plan
- Discussion themes include transit system regionalization, water/wastewater coordination, and medical professional recruitment
- Confirmatory by-law (Bill No. 7021-23) to adopt proceedings of the meeting
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee will receive three reports: updates on the new Economic Development Office and Tourism Simcoe County websites, manufacturing sector initiatives, and tourism marketing. The meeting is largely informational, with no votes on new policies or expenditures.
- New EDO website launched February 2023, over 2,200 visits; Tourism site experience.simcoe.ca soft-launched April 2023
- Manufacturing update includes CANSEC delegation (5 companies), Shifting Gears newsletter (261 subscribers), and upcoming Manufacturing Innovation Summit Oct 16-17
- Tourism marketing update (EDS 2023-142) to be received
- Terms of Reference for the sub-committee included for reference
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider approving Phase 1 of the Simcoe County Museum Matthews Innovation and Transportation Gallery Expansion project, including tendering in Fall 2023 and construction in Spring 2024. The committee will also hear a presentation from Georgian College seeking $1.5 million in County investment for skilled trades expansion, and review several consent items and reports on topics like hazardous waste, organics collection, and emergency management compliance.
- Approve Phase 1 of Simcoe County Museum Matthews Innovation and Transportation Gallery Expansion, with tender in Fall 2023 and construction start in Spring 2024
- Georgian College presentation seeking $1.5 million County investment for skilled trades modernization
- Approve Collaborator Agreements with Georgian College for Artificial Intelligence program outputs
- Approve temporary closure of County Road 25 (Balm Beach Road) for 2023 Midland Terry Fox Run on September 17, 2023
- Approve 2021 Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report for posting on County website
Strategic Planning Session - Special Council
Simcoe County Council is holding a special strategic planning session to review and endorse the 2023 Strategic Initiatives, an update to previously council-directed priorities. The initiatives span six strategic directions: growth-related service delivery, social/health/education opportunities, economic development, environmental sustainability, workplace excellence, and governance. Council will also hold a closed session and pass a confirmatory by-law.
- $41.1 million in broadband upgrades for Simcoe County via SWIFT, serving ~12,700 households
- 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy: 130 units in Orillia, 50 in Bradford, 176 in Barrie
- Paramedic facility strategy: new stations in Alliston, Barrie, Beeton, Collingwood, Elmvale, Orillia, Stayner; planned posts/stations in Bradford, Innisfil, Oro Medonte, Severn, Wasaga Beach, Waubaushene
- Community Paramedicine program expanded to 7 days/week, over 500 patients rostered
- Simcoe Manor & Village redevelopment: 160-bed LTC home, 34 new beds, 170+ seniors housing units
Council
The Simcoe County Council is reviewing reports on performance management, human services, and corporate services. The meeting includes a by-law to authorize the purchase of lands in the Township of Severn and a resolution regarding provincial facilitators.
- Bill No. 7015-23: Land purchase in the Township of Severn
- Resolution on Bill 112: Opposition to the dissolution of Simcoe County
- Committee of the Whole Report: Performance Management
- Committee of the Whole Report: Human Services
- Committee of the Whole Report: Corporate Services
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Board is reviewing the 2022 Fourth Quarter Report and preparing for an Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 27, 2023. The meeting includes an orientation presentation regarding social housing terminology, rent calculations, and SCHC property management.
- Notice of Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 27, 2023
- Proposed appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditors
- Review of the 2022 Fourth Quarter Report
- Presentation on SCHC's 1,652 managed units and centralized waitlist data
- Discussion of upcoming affordable housing developments in 2024
Joint Compliance Audit Committee
The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will decide whether to reject, grant, or defer two compliance audit applications regarding campaign finances for candidates in the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. It will also decide whether to commence legal proceedings against three contributors in the Town of Wasaga Beach. The agenda includes resolutions for each item, with reasons to be stated.
- Application SC-JCAC-23-02: Candidate Scott Anderson, Applicant Maria Pinto (Adjala-Tosorontio)
- Application SC-JCAC-23-03: Candidate Julius Lachs, Applicant Maria Pinto (Adjala-Tosorontio)
- Clerk's Report SC-JCAC-23-04: Contributor Alex Smardenka (Wasaga Beach)
- Clerk's Report SC-JCAC-23-05: Contributor Sandy Smardenka (Wasaga Beach)
- Clerk's Report SC-JCAC-23-06: Contributor Mark Crowe (Wasaga Beach)
Bursary Committee
The Bursary Committee is meeting to receive an update on the 2023 Student Bursary Program, including eligibility changes and the number of available bursaries. The committee will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and receive an orientation presentation. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the program update report.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Bursary Program Orientation presentation by Christopher Sargent
- BUR 2023-134: Student Bursary Program 2023 Update
- 21 bursaries available for 2023, with all 16 member municipalities participating
- Georgian College to provide $1,500 top-up to five students
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board
The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board is meeting to approve the agenda and previous minutes, receive a verbal update on the Barrie Air Show scheduled for June 10-11, 2023, and vote on a confidential land lease transfer matter. The board will also enter closed session to discuss the lease transfer.
- Verbal update on Barrie Air Show June 10-11, 2023
- Confidential item LSRA 2023-165: consent to transfer commercial land lease agreement
- Approval of April 12, 2023 minutes (public and confidential)
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is reviewing the 2022 annual report for the 'Housing Our Future' strategy. The report details progress toward housing targets and includes updates on homelessness system reviews and federal housing advocate information.
- Approval of the Housing Our Future: 2022 Annual Report for submission to the MMAH
- Report of 2,775 new affordable homes created since 2014
- $1.29 million distributed in rent supplement and housing allowance subsidies in 2022
- $650,000 in direct funding for the Municipal Secondary Suites program
- Review of the Homelessness System Review and Recommendations memorandum
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve the County of Simcoe's 2022 draft audited financial statements, along with the audit reporting letter and investment report. The committee will also receive the annual statement of development charge reserve funds and discuss investment options. The meeting includes a presentation from the external auditor, Baker Tilly, on the comparative analysis for the year ended December 31, 2022.
- Approval of 2022 draft audited financial statements (AUC 2023-032)
- Acknowledgment of 2022 Audit Committee Reporting Letter (AUC 2023-002)
- Receipt of 2022 Investment Report (AUC 2023-150)
- Discussion of investment options (AUC 2023-151)
- Receipt of annual statement of development charge reserve funds for fiscal year 2022 (AUC 2023-158)
Planning Workshop - Special Council
This is a special County Council meeting dedicated to a planning workshop. The council will enter a closed session under the Municipal Act to educate or train members on County Planning. The only formal action is a confirmatory by-law to ratify the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session for County Planning education/training
- Confirmatory By-law Bill No. 7014-23 to adopt meeting proceedings
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing and voting on several staff recommendations, including approval of the Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP) Investment Plan for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and approval of the Solid Waste Management Strategy 2023 Update. The agenda also includes routine updates on archives, museum, and forestry operations, plus a closed session for a proposed land acquisition.
- Approve HPP Investment Plan and summer/winter homelessness responses
- Approve Solid Waste Management Strategy 2023 Update
- Approve exemption to remove 11.5 hectares of woodlands at 825905 Mulmer-Nottawasaga Townline, Clearview
- Receive Simcoe County Archives April 2023 operations report
- Receive Museum 2022 Annual Activities Review (attendance 21,831)
Council
The Council will consider recommendations from the Committee of the Whole regarding Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services. Additionally, the Council will receive an update on the proposed Provincial Planning Statement and Bill 97.
- Update on the proposed Provincial Planning Statement and Bill 97
- Review of Performance Management recommendations
- Review of Human Services recommendations
- Review of Corporate Services recommendations
- Presentation on Paramedic Services Week
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Lakehead University regarding a funding proposal for campus expansion in Orillia. The meeting also includes updates on the Georgian Manor Long-Term Care expansion and the Simcoe County Museum gallery project.
- Lakehead University funding proposal presentation
- Simcoe County Museum Matthews Innovation and Transportation Gallery Expansion
- Georgian Manor Long-Term Care 16 Bed Expansion Project update
- Temporary closure of County Road 56 in the Township of Essa for roundabout construction
- Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee report
Council
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve the agenda, adopt minutes from the April 25 meeting, and consider recommendations from Committee of the Whole reports on performance management, human services, and corporate services. The council will also vote on a by-law to repeal and replace the records retention schedule, and a confirmatory by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services
- Bill No. 7011-23: By-law to repeal and replace By-law No. 6898, establishing a schedule of retention periods for County records
- Bill No. 7012-23: Confirmatory by-law for May 9, 2023 Council proceedings
- Adoption of minutes from April 25, 2023 Council and Waste Management Workshop Special Council meetings
Joint Compliance Audit Committee
The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will review a compliance audit application (SC-JCAC-23-01) filed by Roy Monk against candidate Matt Garwood from the Township of Springwater. The committee will decide to reject, accept, or defer the application based on alleged contraventions of election campaign finance rules. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.
- Application SC-JCAC-23-01: compliance audit request against candidate Matt Garwood (Township of Springwater) by applicant Roy Monk
- Candidate's financial statement shows campaign income of $7,371.64 and expenses of $7,396.41, with a surplus of $190.51
- Contributions exceeding $100 include $1,200 from Laura McDougall, $500 from Stephen Davies, $250 from Shelley Moreau, and $100 in goods from Nic Langlois
- Approval of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes
- Appointment of MNP LLP as auditor (from prior meeting, noted in minutes)
Waste Management Workshop - Special Council
This is a special council meeting dedicated to a waste management workshop. The council will go into closed session to receive training on solid waste management, then reconvene to pass a confirmatory by-law for the meeting's proceedings. No decisions on waste policy are listed on the open agenda.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(3.1) for solid waste management training
- Confirmatory By-law (Bill No. 7010-23) to ratify meeting proceedings
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving and discussing several reports, including a homelessness system review with recommendations for new staff positions, 2023 child care and early years funding allocations, and a funding allocation for the Simcoe County Hospital Alliance. The committee will also receive updates on the Simcoe Village Campus project, long-term care pandemic funding, and the 2022 year-end report, which includes allocating the surplus to the General Contingency Reserve. A closed session is scheduled for labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Homelessness System Review and Recommendations (CCW 2023-008) — proposes four new permanent staff positions funded by federal administrative dollars
- 2023 Licensed Child Care and Early Years System Funding Allocations (CCW 2023-065) — includes 50/50 provincial/municipal administrative funding and use of one-time provincial transitional grant
- Simcoe County Hospital Alliance Funding Allocation (CCW 2023-095) — waives reductions in annual capital funding for 2022 due to COVID-19, resumes in 2023
- Temporary Rose Street Homeless Shelter – Barrie (CCW 2023-072) — consent item
- 2022 Year End Report (CCW 2023-097) — surplus to be allocated to General Contingency Reserve
Council
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve several routine items, including minutes, committee reports, and three by-laws authorizing agreements with Ontario Health for services at four long-term care homes and community programs, plus an agreement with the federal government for the Local Immigration Partnership. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions or public hearings.
- By-law 7006-23: Service Accountability Agreement with Ontario Health for Sunset Manor, Georgian Manor, Trillium Manor, and Simcoe Manor
- By-law 7007-23: Multi-Sector Service Accountability Agreement with Ontario Health for operational funding of Community Services Programs
- By-law 7008-23: Amending Contribution Agreement with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for Local Immigration Partnership
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services
- Receipt of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board minutes from April 12, 2023
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Oro-Medonte School and Community Centre site plan, hear a facility review overview from Springwater, and receive annual accessibility status reports from Springwater and Oro-Medonte. The committee will also discuss updates on the AODA desk audit, an accessibility fair, and 2023 facility reviews.
- Oro-Medonte School and Community Centre site plan review presentation by James Jeffery, Intern Architect, Salter Pilon
- Springwater facility review overview presented by Deputy Clerk Jennifer Marshall
- AODA Desk Audit Update (Item AAC 2023-125)
- Springwater 2022 Annual Accessibility Status Report memo from Deputy Clerk
- Oro-Medonte 2022 Annual Accessibility Report (Report CS2023-10) to be posted on township website
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board
The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board is meeting to receive an orientation report, approve the 2023 work plan and budget, and approve an updated commercial land lease agreement template. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair, as the position is currently vacant. A confidential hangar land lease agreement is also on the agenda.
- Approval of 2023 Airport work plan (LSRA 2023-101)
- Approval of 2023 Airport budget (LSRA 2023-120)
- Approval of updated Commercial Land Lease Agreement template (LSRA 2023-099)
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Confidential hangar land lease agreement (LSRA 2023-100)
Council
This is a routine procedural meeting. Council will approve the agenda, receive communications and proclamations, adopt minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting, and enact a confirmatory by-law (Bill No. 7005-23). No substantive policy items, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of agenda for April 11, 2023 meeting
- Receipt of Council Communications and Proclamations (March 14 to April 10, 2023)
- Adoption of Joint Council and Committee of the Whole minutes from March 14, 2023
- Enactment of Bill No. 7005-23, a by-law to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is deciding on the Simcoe County Housing Corporation development at 20 Rose Street, Barrie, with options ranging from 154 affordable units to 176 mixed-income units, or deferring construction. They will also consider additional funding and other items like an immigration partnership agreement, a homelessness call to action, and various consent reports.
- Options for 154 or 176 affordable housing units at 20 Rose Street, Barrie, with $1 million from Social Housing Reserve plus proceeds from scattered unit sales
- Amendment to IRCC agreement for Local Immigration Partnership activities
- Resolution to support AMO's Call to Action to End Homelessness
- Simcoe County Museum Electrical Service and HVAC Retrofit Project funding allocation
- Closed session on OPSEU 303 bargaining and Long Term Care land acquisition
Grant Program Task Force
The Grant Program Task Force will elect a chair and vice-chair, then receive an orientation on the Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund and deliberate on staff recommendations for disbursing the 2023 fund of $400,000. They will review 110 applications totaling $705,826.92, with 78 eligible, and may approve disbursements as outlined in Schedule 1.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- 2023 Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund: $400,000 envelope, 110 applications totaling $705,826.92
- Eight funding streams of $50,000 each: Sports Tourism, General Marketing, Digital and social media marketing, Photo and video development, Signage, Trails Development, Workforce Development, Research
- Recommendation to approve disbursements per Schedule 1 (not included in agenda text)
- Orientation report on the fund's history, including 2023 increase from $300,000 to $400,000
Elected Officials Education Session
This is an informational education session for Simcoe County Council members and lower-tier municipal officials. The agenda covers legislated roles, municipal powers, code of conduct, and county services. No decisions or directions that materially advance municipal business will occur, and the session is closed to the public.
- Session held under Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act, closed to the public
- Presenter: John Mascarin, Aird & Berlis LLP, on roles and responsibilities
- Presenter: Mark Aitken, CAO, on county services
- Presenter: Jeff Abrams, Principles Integrity, on code of conduct and conflict of interest
- Expert panel Q&A, time permitting
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting for an orientation session covering housing terms, the County's role as service manager, and the 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy. The committee will also review its terms of reference. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.
- Orientation presentation by John Connell, Implementation Manager, Social Housing
- Review of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Discussion of 10-Year Strategy progress: 2,775 new units created since 2014, exceeding 2,685 target
- 2023 projects include new affordable rental developments in Orillia, Bradford, and proposed in Barrie
- Supportive housing creation at Tiffin Street, Barrie
Municipal Representatives of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Municipal Representatives of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, approve the agenda, and consider the appointment of six non-municipal representatives and their alternates for the 2022-2026 term. The agenda also includes reviewing the committee's Terms of Reference. The main decision is confirming the recommended appointments from sectors such as building, health, homelessness prevention, landlord, and mental health.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Appointment of six non-municipal representatives and alternates (AHA 2023-087)
- Review of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Re-appointments include Peter Campbell (BILD), Melissa Mei (Ontario Health), Sara Peddle (Busby Centre), Marcus Hulton (Private Landlord), Heather Bullock (Waypoint Centre)
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee will consider four items: a request to execute a Skills Development Fund agreement for workforce development, attraction and retention initiatives (subject to provincial approval), a recommendation to allocate funding for the renamed Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund, a request to execute a Rural Economic Development grant agreement, and an update on cycling tourism. The committee will also approve its agenda and terms of reference.
- Request to execute Skills Development Fund agreement for $755k in provincial funding for workforce initiatives (2023-2026)
- Recommendation to allocate funding to successful applicants of the 2023 In-Market Support Special Project Fund and rename it the County of Simcoe Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund
- Request to execute Rural Economic Development (RED) funding agreement for investment attraction initiatives (2023-2026)
- Update on cycling tourism initiatives
- Approval of agenda and terms of reference
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
Simcoe County Council will consider several by-laws, including establishing 2023 county rates and tax ratios, setting fees and charges, and authorizing housing-related transfer payment agreements. They will also review and potentially approve the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury's Official Plan, along with updates on paramedic services and long-term care quality improvement plans.
- By-law 7001-23 to establish County Rates and Tax Ratios for 2023
- By-law 7000-23 to establish fees and charges, repealing By-law 6944
- By-law 7002-23 authorizing housing agreements (OPHI, COCHI, COHB)
- Approval of Bradford West Gwillimbury Official Plan with modifications
- Paramedic Services Deployment and Response Time Performance Plan update
Forest Appeal Committee
The Forest Appeal Committee will hear an application (SC-FOR-001) seeking an exemption from the Forest Conservation By-law to remove 8.6 hectares (21.3 acres) of woodlands on a farm at Part Lot 5, Concession 7 in Clearview. The committee can approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request. The meeting follows the procedures set out in By-law No. 6894, which regulates tree harvesting and destruction in Simcoe County.
- Application SC-FOR-001: removal of 8.6 hectares (21.3 acres) of woodlands for agricultural expansion at Part Lot 5, Concession 7, Clearview
- By-law No. 6894 (Forest Conservation By-law) is the governing regulation for the exemption request
- Committee may approve, approve with terms/conditions, or deny the exemption
- Closed session may be held for litigation or potential litigation matters
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, then review and potentially approve the 2022 Annual Accessibility Status Report, the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and annual compliance reports from member municipalities. They will also hear a presentation on multi-year accessibility planning and discuss the fourth review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- 2022 Annual Accessibility Status Report (AAC 2023-077) approval
- Township of Tay 2022 Annual Accessibility Compliance Report and 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan approval
- Presentation on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan by Jennifer Marshall, Deputy Clerk, Township of Springwater
- Discussion on fourth review of the AODA
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing and recommending approval of several items, including provincial housing funding allocations, budget adjustments for affordable housing developments, a lease for supportive housing, a land purchase for a paramedic post, fee by-law amendments, and 2023 tax ratios and rates. The agenda also includes routine updates on archives, transit, and waste programs.
- Approve 2023/24 and 2024/25 funding allocations for provincially delivered housing programs and submit an Investment Plan to the province.
- Approve budget adjustments for Bradford and Orillia affordable housing developments due to Bill 23 revenue loss; use $5,792,400 in federal/provincial funds for Orillia Hub.
- Authorize lease agreement with Elizabeth Fry Society for supportive housing at 77 Tiffin Street.
- Approve acquisition of 0.4 acres from Township of Springwater at 1132 Snow Valley Road for a new Paramedic Post.
- Repeal and replace Fees and Charges By-law No. 6884; adopt 2023 tax ratios and rates.
Council
County Council is meeting to approve several routine items, including minutes, committee reports, and by-laws. Key decisions include authorizing agreements for homelessness prevention funding and a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. The agenda also includes approving recommendations from the Committee of the Whole on performance management and human services.
- Bill No. 6997: By-law to authorize agreements with community service providers for Reaching Home, Homelessness Prevention Program, and municipal homelessness prevention funding
- Bill No. 6998: By-law to authorize a franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc.
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management and Human Services
- Confirmatory by-law (Bill No. 6999) to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Council
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve the 2023 budget, adopt minutes from previous meetings, and consider by-laws for appointments and confirming proceedings. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the budget approval.
- Approval of 2023 County of Simcoe Budget
- Appointment of Caelin Bennett and Matthew Heron as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (Bill No. 6995)
- Adoption of minutes from January 31, 2023, Joint Council and Committee of the Whole meetings
- Proclamation of March 2023 as #ITSTARTS Month
- Confirmatory by-law for February 14, 2023, proceedings (Bill No. 6996)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear delegations from the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture and Raising the Roof, and consider several staff recommendations. Key items include approving up to $1,016,000 from the Social Housing reserve to rehabilitate five to six existing Urban Native Housing Program units, subject to CMHC Rapid Housing Initiative funding, and approving 2023-2024 homelessness prevention funding allocations. The committee will also receive results of a paramedic cardiac arrest study and discuss an Enbridge franchise agreement.
- Approve up to $1,016,000 ($169,333 per dwelling) from Social Housing reserve to rehabilitate 5-6 Urban Native Housing Program units, pending CMHC RHI3 funding
- Approve 2023-2024 allocations for federal Reaching Home, provincial Homelessness Prevention Program, and municipal homelessness prevention funding
- Receive results of DOSE VF study on double sequential external defibrillation for cardiac arrest
- Authorize execution of Enbridge Gas franchise agreement and submission to Ontario Energy Board
- Hear delegation from Raising the Roof seeking County funding for 40 affordable rental units at 25 Peter Street N, Orillia
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, then receive orientation reports on the Economic Development Office and Tourism Simcoe County. Members will consider approving the 2023 Economic Development Work Plan, the Tourism Simcoe County 2023-2026 Destination Stewardship Plan, and a $20,000 funding allocation to the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture. The meeting also includes an update on investment attraction activities and a potential CanExport Community Investments funding contract.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of 2023 Economic Development Work Plan and 2022 Progress Report
- Release of $20,000 to Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture
- Approval of Tourism Simcoe County 2023-2026 Destination Stewardship Plan
- Update on investment attraction activities and CanExport funding contract
Audit and Finance Committee
The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to receive updates on asset management planning, 2024 budget document changes, audit results, insurance and risk management, and to review and approve financial policies, growth-related policy updates, and a reserve and reserve fund policy. The committee will also elect a chair and vice-chair.
- Municipal Asset Management Planning Regulation update (AUC 2023-026)
- 2024 Budget Document Changes (AUC 2023-035)
- Compliance, External Reporting, and Other Audit Results (AUC 2023-049)
- Insurance, Risk Management Review and Update (AUC 2023-052)
- Financial Policies (AUC 2023-033) and Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy (AUC 2023-040)
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve the 2023 budget, including follow-up items and recommended changes. They will also consider several reports and by-laws, including a $160.6 million borrowing by-law, a child care funding agreement, and a data sharing agreement for community paramedicine. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and consent items, as well as a closed session on litigation related to Sunset Manor.
- 2023 Draft County of Simcoe Budget – follow-up items, updated impacts and recommended changes (CCW 2023-036)
- By-law to authorize borrowing of $160,637,000 (Bill No. 6991)
- By-law for 2023-2027 Licensed Child Care and Early Years Transfer Payment Agreement (Bill No. 6992)
- County Road 27 and Line 5 Intersection Improvements budget increase of $1.49 million (CCW 2023-022)
- Temporary road closure of County Road 58 (Old Fort Road) for bridge replacement (CCW 2023-021)
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee will consider approving the 2022-2026 weighted voting totals for County Council, which increase from 131 to 145 votes due to population growth, and will review and approve appointments of elected officials to internal and external boards and committees. The agenda also includes routine items like agenda approval and terms of reference.
- Approve weighted voting table with 145 total votes for 2022-2026 term, up from 131
- Approve appointments of elected officials to internal boards (AAC, AHA, Age Friendly, ALC, AUC, BUR, EDS) and external boards
- Appoint 3 non-elected members and 1 member-at-large to Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Appoint 2 external appointees to Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board and 2 to Planning Advisory Committee
- Closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals re: appointments
Special Council Meeting - 10 Jan 2023 - Immediately following the Special Budget Meeting
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session to discuss a Hearing of Necessity under the Expropriations Act and the resulting Report of the Inquiry Officer. Council will also approve the agenda, consider a confirmatory by-law, and adjourn.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(c) and (e) to discuss land acquisition/disposition and litigation related to a Hearing of Necessity
- Confidential Item CCW 2023-018 dated January 10, 2023, regarding the Hearing of Necessity held October 4, 2022
- Direction to staff on Confidential CCW 2023-018 to be approved and voted on in camera
- Bill No. 6989 – Confirmatory By-law to adopt and ratify all proceedings of the meeting
Special Budget Meeting - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is holding a special budget meeting to review and potentially approve the 2023 County of Simcoe Draft Budget. The draft budget includes operating revenues of $559.7 million and expenses of $550.1 million, with a net capital requirement of $46.8 million. Approval would send the budget to the Joint Council and Committee of the Whole meeting on January 31, 2023, for final adoption.
- 2023 Draft Budget with $559.7M operating revenues and $550.1M operating expenses
- Net capital requirement of $46.8M for 2023
- Major capital projects include CR 4 and CR 21 road construction, and Simcoe Village LTC redevelopment
- Continued implementation of 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy
- Paramedic Services call volume growth forecast at 5.7% for 2023