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Simcoe County, ON

Simcoe County public meetings in 2024

75 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Joint Council and Committee of the Whole

County approves startup of Municipal Insurance Pool with financial support

The Council approved the Performance Management recommendations, including the 2025 budget. It also approved the Human Services and Corporate Services recommendations from the Committee of the Whole reports. The Municipal Insurance Pool Startup was received, authorized financial support was approved, and representation on the advisory board was authorized. Bills No. 7103-24 and 7104-24 were enacted to appoint a Warden and set remuneration for council members.

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Council Chamber
Fri Nov 22, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board

Board to approve letter of support for Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program

The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board will receive updates on business development and marketing, land‑development standards, airport certification, and a vacant dwelling at the airport. It will also consider a letter of support for the Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program and authorize the chair and secretary to sign it. A closed‑session will address confidential real‑estate and legal matters.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Landlord and Tenant Board update to be received by the committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hear three presentations: the Homelessness Addiction Recovery Treatment Hub (HART of Simcoe) by Andrew Scavarelli and Amy Marshall, Homelessness Service System updates by Wendy Hembruff, and Open Data Dashboards on rental data by Brittany Doner‑Gilroy. It will also consider Item AHA‑2024‑200, a Landlord and Tenant Board update, and recommend that the item be received. No financial or resource implications are noted for the agenda items.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

County to execute CanExport funding contract for investment attraction activities

The Economic Development Sub‑Committee will receive an update on investment attraction activities and, if approved, the Warden and County Clerk will sign the CanExport Community Investments funding contract. It will also consider updates on agriculture and agri‑food initiatives, the Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund program, and the Tourism Simcoe County 2025‑2028 agritourism plan.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County considers 2025 draft budget and Township of Clearview Official Plan

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2025 draft budget, including potential levy rate increases from 3.5% to 4.5%. The body is also considering the approval of the Township of Clearview Official Plan and funding requests for community services.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

County approves purchase of the Turnbull Tract, a 7.5‑acre land parcel.

Simcoe County Council will adopt several reports and by‑laws, including the approval of the Turnbull Tract purchase by‑law (Bill No. 7101‑24). The council also adopts a confirmatory by‑law (Bill No. 7102‑24) and approves compensation adjustments for council members and the Deputy Warden, maintaining the Deputy Warden salary at $55,041. Additional items include the adoption of minutes and the approval of Committee of the Whole recommendations on performance management, human services, corporate services, and the special budget.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to approve the Draft 2025 Joint Accessibility Work Plan

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider and vote on the Draft 2025 Work Plan (Item AAC 2024-227). It will also review an update to the Accessibility Facility Review Checklist (Item AAC 2024-084) and receive an update on the AODA 20th Anniversary Event planning for spring 2025. Additional items include a memo on the Hanson Subdivision Block 34 park design and a legislative update on accessible customer service standards.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Special Budget Meeting - Committee of the Whole

Committee receives 2025 Draft County of Simcoe Budget for review

The Committee of the Whole will receive Item CCW 2024-246, the 2025 Draft County of Simcoe Budget, and refer it to the regular Committee of the Whole meeting on November 12, 2024. The draft will then be recommended to the County Council session on November 26, 2024. No decisions on the budget are expected at this special meeting.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board

Board to reallocate $665,000 in capital budget to address repairs and upgrades

The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board will receive and approve a property lot line adjustment for the 48 and 50 Maria Street sites, with no cost to the corporation. It will also receive and approve a capital budget reallocation, moving $665,000 from four existing projects to fund urgent repairs at 335 Peter Street, 2049 Victoria Street, 946 Yonge Street, and a retrofit pilot at 69 Harriet Street. The board will receive the 2024 Second Quarter Report.

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Council Chamber
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Committee approves End of Mortgage service agreement (CCW‑2024‑248)

The Committee of the Whole will receive and approve the End of Mortgage Service and Exit Agreement Long‑term Strategy (CCW‑2024‑248). It will also receive updates on the Simcoe Village Campus Project (CCW‑2024‑280) and the Simcoe County Archives operations for September 2024 (CCW‑2024‑282). A closed‑session will consider a confidential land acquisition proposal (CCW‑2024‑271). Additional items include the Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day (CCW‑2024‑276) and a meeting of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Simcoe County Council to consider traffic and land expropriation by-laws

County Council is meeting to approve recommendations from Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services reports. The body will also consider by-laws regarding traffic regulation and land expropriation in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Governance Committee

Governance Committee to approve Pregnancy & Parental Leave policy for council members

The Simcoe County Governance Committee will consider two main items: a new Pregnancy and Parental Leave for Members of Council policy (GOV 2024-245) and a follow‑up report on council compensation options (GOV 2024-211). The committee will vote to receive the leave policy and, if approved, adopt it. It will also provide direction on preferred options for yearly adjustments to council base salaries, per‑diem rates for the Warden, Deputy Warden and councillors, and the necessary by‑law to set council compensation.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Committee of the Whole

YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka requests $5 million capital contribution for new Barrie facility

The Committee of the Whole will consider a request from the Simcoe Muskoka YMCA for a total of $5 million in capital funding to build a new multi‑use facility in Barrie, including transitional youth housing and a multicultural centre. A $14,627 Ontario Seniors Community Grant for the Age‑Friendly Wellness Program will be received to support senior wellness activities in Penetanguishene and Beeton. The committee will also receive a temporary road‑closure request for County Road 4 at the 10th Line in Bradford West Gwillimbury, and an update to the County’s Consolidated Traffic and Parking By‑law with new set fines. Finally, staff will be directed to proceed with a transit strategy RFP and implement Route 7 for LINX Transit.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

County approves purchase of the Cooks Tract (≈53 acres) in Tiny Township

Simcoe County Council will adopt minutes and approve several committee reports. The council will enact five by‑laws, including a land purchase of the Cooks Tract (about 53 acres) in the Township of Tiny. Other items include delegating subdivision authority, a lease for an Ontario Works office, a housing‑initiative agreement, and appointing a municipal law enforcement officer.

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Council Chambers
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 02:00 PM

Joint Compliance Audit Committee

Committee to decide on legal action against candidate Giorgio Mammoliti

The Joint Compliance Audit Committee will receive the MNP LLP overview of the compliance audit of candidate Giorgio Mammoliti (SC-JCAC-23-08). It will then decide whether to commence a legal proceeding for an apparent contravention or determine that no contravention exists. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, an opening statement by the chair, and adjournment.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 02:00 PM

Governance Committee

Governance Committee to consider head of council and council composition options

The Simcoe County Governance Committee will receive supplementary feedback on recent governance updates (Item GOV 2024-270). It will also receive the workshop follow‑up report on head of council and council composition options (Item GOV 2024-210) and provide direction on a preferred option for next steps.

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Collingwood Clearview Boardroom
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County reviews 2025 budget assumptions and housing plans

The Committee of the Whole is considering high-level draft budget assumptions for 2025 and a 2024 forecast report. The body is also reviewing funding allocations for social housing and a community plan for homelessness.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to enact traffic bylaw amendment and Canada Community‑Building Fund agreement

At its September 24 meeting, Simcoe County Council will vote to adopt two new by‑laws: one amending Consolidated Traffic By‑law No. 6609 and another authorizing a Municipal Funding Agreement on the Canada Community‑Building Fund with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. The council will also confirm Bill No. 7091‑24, which records the council’s proceedings for the meeting. In addition, the council will adopt minutes and approve recommendations from the September 10 Committee of the Whole reports.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Audit and Finance Committee

Audit and Finance Committee to approve 2024 audit plan and related documents

The committee will consider a presentation on IT security, receive the 2024 Audit Committee Planning Letter from Baker Tilly KDN LLP, approve the 2024 Audit Plan, approve the draft 2025 work plan, and approve the 2024 Audit Engagement Letter from Baker Tilly KDN LLP.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Bursary Committee

Bursary Committee to select recipients for 2024 student bursary program

The Committee is reviewing 294 eligible applications to award 21 bursaries of $3,000 each. The body will meet in a closed session to select applicants based on a combined scoring system. Final recipients will be confirmed by County Council on October 22, 2024.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

County approves $77,000 RED grant for workforce development program

The Simcoe County Economic Development Sub‑Committee will receive an update on workforce development, attraction and retention initiatives that are supported by a $77,000 Rural Economic Development grant for 2024‑2026. It will also receive the Tourism Simcoe County 2025‑2028 Plan for Culture. Both items will be formally received by the committee at the September 10, 2024 meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County considers approval of Town of Collingwood Official Plan

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a variety of human services, planning, and engineering items. Key discussions include the approval of the Town of Collingwood Official Plan and funding updates for child care and community investments.

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Council Chambers
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

County Council enacts Bill No. 7088-24 as a confirmatory by‑law

At the September 10, 2024 meeting, Simcoe County Council approved its agenda, adopted minutes from the August 13 and June 25 meetings, and accepted the Governance Committee report. The Council also received the August‑September communications and proclamations. The primary action was the enactment of Bill No. 7088-24 as a confirmatory by‑law for the County of Simcoe.

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Council Chambers
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Special Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to receive design overviews for museum gallery and archives renovation

The Special Accessibility Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and review its Terms of Reference and Site Plan Review Guidelines. It will then receive design overview presentations for the Simcoe County Museum Matthews Innovation and Transportation Gallery project (AAC 2024‑239) and for the Simcoe County Archives interior renovation project (AAC 2024‑240). No formal decisions beyond receiving the items are indicated.

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Collingwood Clearview Boardroom
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Governance Committee

Committee to consider full‑time Warden and council size options

The Governance Committee will receive a report on the Governance Workshop follow‑up concerning a full‑time Head of Council (Warden) and three possible council composition structures. The Committee will provide direction on the preferred option for next steps. It will also consider a nomination of Deputy Warden Jennifer Coughlin to the SouthWestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) Board of Directors.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board

Simcoe County Housing Corporation to receive 2023 fourth quarter report

The Board is meeting to receive an operating and financial summary of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation for the fourth quarter of 2023. The report includes data from a tenant satisfaction survey and updates on capital works and asset management.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Joint Council and Committee of the Whole

County approves transfer of County Road sections to Town of New Tecumseth

The Simcoe County Council and Committee of the Whole met on August 13, 2024 to approve agenda items, minutes, and consent items. Key decisions included the transfer of jurisdiction for sections of County Road 1 west of Beeton and County Road 10 south of Tottenham to the Town of New Tecumseth, allocation of $150,000 for a Member Municipal IT Services Program expansion, and adoption of two by‑laws for a land purchase in Innisfil and a municipal highway agreement with New Tecumseth. Additional items such as a paramedic patient‑care model and a Positive Aging Strategy update were also received.

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Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Special Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee reviews affordable housing update and playground replacement

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing updates on local development projects. This includes a presentation on the 20 Rose Street affordable housing project in Barrie and the Railside Park playground replacement in Oro-Medonte. The committee will also review accessibility standards and committee guidelines.

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Program Room 1, County of Simcoe Orillia Affordable Housing Facility, 250 West St. N., Orillia.
Thu Jul 11, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Accessibility Advisory Committee (Facility Review)

Accessibility review of the Orillia Affordable Housing Facility

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will conduct a facility review at 250 West St. N. in Orillia. The committee will use a checklist to evaluate accessibility features including exterior paths, building entrances, and interior amenities. This includes assessing parking lots, restrooms, and signage.

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County of Simcoe Orillia Affordable Housing Facility, 250 West St. N., Orillia.
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Shareholder of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Inc.

Simcoe County to hold annual meeting for Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Inc.

The Shareholder of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Inc. is reviewing recommendations for its Annual General Meeting. This includes appointing directors and auditors, as well as approving 2023 financial statements. The meeting also addresses a new Shareholder Declaration following the County's acquisition of full ownership.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Joint Council and Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County considers hospital funding and housing action plans

The Joint Council and Committee of the Whole will review capital funding for local hospitals and the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan. The agenda also includes staffing increases for long-term care homes and a new Wi-Fi contract for paramedic services.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Governance Workshop - Special Council

Simcoe County holds workshop on council size and governance reform

County Council is meeting to discuss potential reforms to its governance structure, including council composition and compensation. The workshop explores various models for the number of members and the selection of the Warden. A consultant will facilitate discussions regarding these structural options.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Shareholder of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation

Simcoe County Housing Corporation holds its Annual General Meeting

The Shareholder of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation is considering recommendations for its annual meeting. These include appointing Directors, retaining Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditors, and approving 2023 draft audited financial statements.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

Approval of 2024-2025 Agriculture and Agri-Food Value Chain Sector Work Plan

The committee is considering the approval of the 2024-2025 Agriculture and Agri-Food Value Chain Sector Work Plan. This plan focuses on business development, investment attraction, workforce, and infrastructure advocacy within the agricultural sector. The committee will also receive a report regarding Tourism Simcoe County stakeholder partnerships.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County considers hospital funding and 20-year garbage contract

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing capital funding for local hospitals and a long-term garbage export contract. The agenda also includes discussions on paramedic safety campaigns and staff transfers within human services. Additionally, several temporary road closures are proposed for infrastructure work and community events.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Simcoe County to authorize cross-jurisdictional fee subsidy agreements for families

The Council will consider a by-law to allow the County to enter into agreements with neighboring jurisdictions regarding fee subsidies for eligible families. The agenda also includes approving recommendations from Committee of the Whole reports on performance management, human services, and corporate services. Additionally, the Council will receive communications and proclamations for Pride Month and Seniors' Month.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Meeting of the Municipal Representatives of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

New industry and Indigenous representatives appointed to housing committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is confirming new members for the 2022-2026 term. This includes appointing an Indigenous Communities Representative and a Building and Development Industry representative. The committee is also reviewing its Terms of Reference.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Simcoe County committee reviews annual housing report and endorses supply action plan

The committee will review the 2023 Housing Our Future Annual Report for submission to the provincial government. Members will also consider endorsing the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan (Housing ASAP) and amalgamating funding into the Housing Opportunities Revolving Fund. A presentation regarding Landlord and Tenant Board challenges will be received.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 28, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board

Simcoe County Housing Board reviews Orillia lease up and affordable housing plan

The Board is reviewing an update on the leasing process for 250 West Street in Orillia, which utilizes a mixed-income approach. Members are also considering the approval of the Affordable Housing Master Plan and its identified priority development projects.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 28, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County to approve child care guidelines and funding allocations

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing updates to several human services programs. This includes approving updated guidelines for Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care and the 2024 Ontario Works Service Plan. The committee will also consider cross-jurisdictional fee subsidy agreements and hospice alliance funding.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 28, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Simcoe County Council considers land expropriation and a new office lease agreement

The Council will consider by-laws for land expropriation in Bradford West Gwillimbury and a lease for an Ontario Works office in Orillia. The agenda also includes the approval of committee reports on human services, corporate services, and performance management. A presentation regarding Paramedic for a Day recognition is also scheduled.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 21, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Audit and Finance Committee

Simcoe County to approve 2023 draft audited financial statements

The Audit and Finance Committee will review several year-end reports for the 2023 fiscal year. This includes approving the draft audited financial statements and acknowledging the audit reporting letter from Baker Tilly. The committee will also receive updates on development charge reserve funds and investment reports.

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Midland Penetanguishene Boardroom
Tue May 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee discusses revising accessibility facility review checklist

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will review its 2024 work plan and terms of reference. A delegation will present regarding accessible transportation in towns and rural areas. Members will also discuss revising the accessibility facility review checklist for future use.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue May 14, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

Simcoe County reviews manufacturing, tourism, and investment updates

The Economic Development Sub-Committee will review updates regarding manufacturing sector initiatives and investment attraction activities. The committee will also hear a presentation from the Georgian Bay Aspiring Geopark and receive an update on the Tourism Simcoe County Work Plan.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 14, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County to update organics collection and expand community safety program

The Committee will consider a new organic waste program requiring residents to place organics carts out for garbage collection starting November 1, 2024. The meeting also covers the expansion of the Community Safety Program into Orillia, Collingwood, and Midland. Additionally, a budget increase for the County Road 4 and 4th Line intersection reconstruction in Innisfil was reviewed.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 14, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council considers land expropriation in Springwater and trail maintenance agreement

Simcoe County Council is reviewing committee reports regarding performance management, human services, and corporate services. The agenda also includes consideration of a memorandum of understanding for the Innisfil Beach Road multi-use trail and land expropriation in Springwater.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 30, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to hear hospital alliance update and decide on $177K funding boost

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports and make decisions on several items, including a presentation from the Simcoe County Hospital Alliance on hospital funding and priorities, a $177,000 funding increase for a modular housing project in Barrie, and a proposal to relocate a transfer station. The agenda also includes consent items on child care, immigration funding, emergency preparedness, and affordable housing.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 30, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Simcoe County Council to approve routine reports, minutes, and proclamations

This is a largely procedural meeting of Simcoe County Council. Council will approve the agenda, receive communications and proclamations, adopt minutes from the April 9 meeting, and confirm Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management and Human Services. It will also receive minutes from the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board and consider a confirmatory by-law. No major new decisions or public hearings are listed.

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Council Chambers
Mon Apr 29, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board

Airport board to receive update on new Vortex management software

The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board will receive an update on the implementation of its new Complete Management System (CMS) software by Vortex Systems. The software, implemented in December 2023, is used for safety management, record keeping, and training, and costs $1,320 per month. The board will also introduce a new staff member and hold a closed session on a legal matter.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Governance Committee

Governance Committee to discuss investigator options and council composition

The committee will decide whether to appoint a new closed meeting investigator or default to the Ontario Ombudsman. Members will also review a report on the history of council composition and governance considerations.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to receive 2023 year-end financial report and allocate surplus

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive several reports, including the 2023 year-end financial report for the Corporation of the County of Simcoe, with a recommendation to allocate the 2023 surplus to the General Contingency Reserve. The committee will also receive updates on the Public Access Defibrillation Program and the Ontario Health Team Program, and recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The agenda is largely consent-based, with most items being received for information rather than requiring debate.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Council

County Council to enact 2024 waste, tax rate, and charity rebate by-laws

Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including establishing waste collection and management systems, setting 2024 county rates and tax ratios, and providing property tax rebates for charities and cancellations for financial hardship. The agenda also includes adopting minutes and committee reports from the previous meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 02:30 PM

Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board

Airport board to approve 2024 work plan and 2023 year-end report

The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board will consider approving the 2024 work plan, which includes extending the runway to 7,000 feet, pursuing Transport Canada certification, and supporting the CFB Borden Air Show. The board will also receive the 2023 year-end report showing a 14.6% increase in air traffic and a 43% rise in landing fee revenue. A confidential session will address a rates review and real estate matters.

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Electronic
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County discusses tax rates, child care funding, and new waste management by-laws

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several human services and financial items, including 2024 tax ratios and child care funding allocations. The committee will also consider a new solid waste management by-law and funding for electric vehicle charging stations.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to approve Community Paramedicine funding agreement and land purchase

Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, committee reports, and several by-laws. The main substantive item is a Community Paramedicine Home Visit Program update, which includes authorizing a transfer payment agreement with the Ministry of Long-Term Care for program funding. Council will also consider a by-law to purchase land in Springwater Township.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss transit accessibility and facility review checklist

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on accessibility in County transit services, discuss a revised facility review checklist, and receive the Simcoe County Museum Accessibility Plan Evaluation. The committee will also review its terms of reference and 2024 work plan.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Mon Mar 18, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Grant Program Task Force

Task Force considers $400,000 in tourism, culture, and sport grant disbursements

The Grant Program Task Force is reviewing recommendations to disburse the 2024 Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund. The $400,000 fund is divided into seven streams, including marketing, public art, and signage. Staff have recommended 62 applications for funding following a total subscription of $609,379.57.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

Simcoe County seeks provincial funds for workforce and rural development programs

The Economic Development Sub-Committee is reviewing updates on workforce development, attraction, and retention initiatives, and considering approval for funding agreements with provincial ministries. It will also discuss Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund applications and a tourism development update. The meeting includes standard procedural items like agenda approval and disclosure of interests.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to approve FTE transfers, long-term care quality plans, and traffic signal request

The Committee of the Whole is deciding on several items, including transferring two vacant full-time equivalent positions within Social and Community Services, approving the County's Long-Term Care Quality Improvement Plans for 2024-25, and receiving a request from Bradford West Gwillimbury for temporary traffic signals at two County Road 4 intersections. The committee will also consider a report from the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and a request to the province to clarify the definition of 'employer' under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. A closed session is scheduled for a confidential land matter.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to enact six by-laws including housing and traffic changes

Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve the agenda, adopt minutes, and consider reports from the Committee of the Whole. The main business is enacting six by-laws covering housing service agreements, a municipal housing project by-law, federal Reaching Home funding agreements, a traffic by-law amendment, and a land transfer settlement. The agenda also includes routine items like communications and confirmatory by-law.

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Council Chambers
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Simcoe County committee reviews public input for new 10-year housing strategy

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is reviewing findings from public consultations on affordable housing, including interviews with nearly 80 community partners and over 8,000 survey responses, to inform a new 10-year strategy for 2024-2034. The committee will also receive an update on a call for proposals for land donations to the Simcoe County Housing Corporation. The agenda includes approval of the committee's terms of reference.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

County to decide on organics contracts, housing mortgage end, paramedic funding

The Committee of the Whole will consider several items, including discontinuing the Environmental Resource Recovery Centre (ERRC) and awarding organics processing contracts, approving new service or exit agreements for housing providers reaching end of mortgage, and allocating one-time provincial funding for community paramedicine equipment. It will also receive updates on paramedic response times, solid waste data, and a land transfer settlement with Oro-Medonte. A confidential session will discuss organics management details.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to approve Tourism Simcoe County accommodation tax agreements

This is a routine County Council meeting with mostly procedural items, including approving previous minutes and receiving communications. The main substantive action is a by-law to authorize agreements with member municipalities and Tourism Simcoe County for the Municipal Accommodation Tax promotions portion. Council will also receive a letter about the appointment of Beth Prost as Deputy Mayor for the Town of Midland.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

Sub-Committee reviews 2024 Economic Development Work Plan and 2023 progress

The Economic Development Sub-Committee is considering the approval of the 2024 Economic Development Office Work Plan. The meeting also includes receiving reports on the 2021 Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund and the 2023 Tourism progress.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Simcoe County discusses recycling changes and tourism tax agreements

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative reports and proposals. Key discussions include changes to curbside recycling eligibility and delegating authority for municipal accommodation tax agreements.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to vote on new fees, Official Plan amendment, and homelessness funding agreements

Simcoe County Council is meeting to approve several by-laws, including a new fees and charges schedule, an Official Plan amendment for a minor expansion to Guthrie in Oro-Medonte, and agreements for provincial homelessness prevention and Reaching Home funding. Council will also consider reports from the Committee of the Whole on performance management, human services, and corporate services, and adopt minutes from the January 30, 2024 meeting.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Audit and Finance Committee

Simcoe County Audit and Finance Committee reviews budget and asset management updates

The committee is reviewing several administrative updates, including progress on provincial asset management regulations and proposed changes to the 2025 budget process. Most items on the agenda are presented for receipt rather than immediate decision.

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Electronic
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Bursary Committee

Bursary Committee to vote on expanding eligibility for at-large bursaries

The Bursary Committee will consider approving changes to the 2024 Bursary Program eligibility requirements, including opening the five fully funded at-large $3,000 bursaries to all 16 member municipalities plus Barrie and Orillia, and making current County employees ineligible (except student employees). The committee will also review its terms of reference and receive an update on the program. If approved, changes will apply to the 2024-2026 program.

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Electronic
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Council

Council to consider expropriation by-law for lands in Oro-Medonte

This is the agenda for the January 30, 2024, County Council meeting. The main substantive item is a by-law to authorize the expropriation of certain lands in the Township of Oro-Medonte. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, communications, and a confirmatory by-law, plus a closed session for confidential economic development matters.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board

Board to approve one-year Tenant Navigator for supportive housing

The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board is deciding whether to approve a temporary one-year Tenant Navigator position funded through Social Services reserves. The position would support a pilot supportive housing program across 23 units in existing and new builds. The board will also adopt previous minutes and handle routine procedural items.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Governance Committee

Simcoe County Governance Committee reviews committee rules and official appointments

The committee is considering updates to the Terms of Reference for eight different County committees and task forces to ensure consistent language. They are also reviewing replacement appointments for elected officials to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and the Grant Program Task Force.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Jan 30, 2024 · 09:30 AM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to decide on housing funds, official plan expansion, and fee by-law

Simcoe County's Committee of the Whole will consider several staff recommendations, including approving homelessness prevention funding allocations, using reserves to bridge affordable housing purchases, adopting an official plan amendment for a minor expansion to Guthrie, and amending the consolidated fees and charges by-law. The committee will also receive updates on archives operations, long-term care, and an age-friendly recognition program, and will hold a closed session on a land acquisition.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee reviews annual status and compliance reports

The committee is reviewing 2023 annual accessibility status and compliance reports from several municipalities. Members will also discuss the 2024 work plan and an update regarding the 4th Review of the AODA.

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Oro-Medonte Severn Boardroom
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Economic Development Sub-Committee

Sub-Committee to consider agriculture funding and industrial charge abatement

The Economic Development Sub-Committee is reviewing a $20,000 funding request for the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture. Members will also discuss options for an Industrial Development Charges Abatement Program and review the 2024 Tourism Simcoe County Work Plan.

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Council Chambers
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Joint Council and Committee of the Whole

County to consider $208.6M borrowing by-law and woodland removal exemption

Simcoe County Council is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, receiving communications, and enacting several by-laws. Key decisions include authorizing temporary borrowing of up to $208,575,000, granting a woodland removal exemption, and maintaining a speed limit on County Road 9. The agenda also includes receiving reports on development charge rates and a provincial submission on regional governance.

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Council Chambers