Stone Mills public meetings in 2023
40 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice - 22 Dec 2023 (FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY)
This agenda provides public notice for several Planning Act applications under delegated authority. The items involve requests to divide existing land parcels into new lots at various locations.
- Severance application B33-2023 at 11 Prince Street
- Severance application B61-2023 at 595 Craigen Road
- Severance applications for Parcels A, B, and C at 103 Galbraith Grove Road
- Severance application B67-2023 at 61 Inglesby Road
Council
The Council will review the 2022 KPMG audit findings and consider adopting an Industrial Community Improvement Plan. Additional discussions include a community risk assessment from Loomex and various municipal policy updates.
- Adoption of 2022 Audit Financial Statements
- Industrial Community Improvement Plan report
- $20,000 pre-budget approval for KPMG Asset Retirement Obligations review
- November 2023 Accounts Payable totaling $837,314.26
- Loomex Community Risk Assessment presentation
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment provisionally approved a severance application for Robinson Road by 1652703 Ontario Inc. The approval is subject to conditions including road widening, well establishment, and hydrogeological assessments. A $2,500.00 payment in lieu of parkland is also required.
- Provisional approval of severance application B19-2023 (Robinson Road)
- Requirement for road widening on Robinson Road
- Mandatory hydrogeological assessment and well establishment
- $2,500.00 cash-in-lieu of parkland payment
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice - 24 Nov 2023 - FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY
The Township of Stone Mills is reviewing several applications for land severances under the Planning Act. These applications include requests for new lots and lot additions across various properties.
- Severance Application B34-2023 - Reinink
- Severance Application B37-2023 - Storring (Lot 1)
- Severance Application B38-2023 - Storring (Lot 2)
- Severance Application B39-2023 - Storring (Lot 3)
- Severance Application B40-2023 - Storring (Lot Addition)
Council
Council will review several staff reports including a request to purchase road maintenance equipment and food recycler units. The meeting also includes delegations regarding the Tamworth Community Garden and local pickleball.
- Purchase of 2009 Sterling L8500 single axle plow truck for $15,212.06
- Purchase of 2017 single drum smooth roller for $97,480.00
- Purchase of 34 FoodCycler units for $3,400.00
- Reappointment of Aird & Berlis LLP as Integrity Commissioner until December 31, 2025
- Approval of October 2023 accounts payable totaling $1,117,809.19
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review a minor variance application for Goodyear Canada Inc. to expand its manufacturing facility. The proposal includes increasing building height and expanding on-site surface parking.
- Minor Variance: Goodyear Canada Inc. expansion (45,857.49 square metre gross floor area)
- Proposed reduction of on-site and barrier free parking requirements
- Proposed increase to overall building height maximum
- Proposed expansion of on-site surface parking in the front yard
- Official Plan Update: Comprehensive Township of Stone Mills Official Plan update
Special Council Meeting - Community Improvement Plan Public Meeting
The Council is holding a public meeting to review a proposed Industrial Community Improvement Plan. The plan aims to attract industrial businesses through tax increment equivalent grant incentives. This program targets the development of vacant or underutilized lands throughout the township.
- Review of Draft Community Improvement Plan (CIP) for information
- Proposed Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) program
- Designation of the entire Township as a Community Improvement Project Area
Council
Council will consider endorsing a Memorandum of Understanding with Quinte Conservation Authority and appointing Anita Raymond as Treasurer. The agenda also includes reviewing integrity commissioner services and updates on local well concerns.
- Endorsement of Memorandum of Understanding with Quinte Conservation Authority
- Appointment of Anita Raymond to the position of Treasurer
- Reappointment of Aird & Berlis LLP as Integrity Commissioner for a two-year period
- Update on the unsuccessful Erinsville Train Station Grant application
- Discussion regarding township support for Olympian Jay Dearborn
Council
The October 2 meeting includes a review of August 2023 accounts payable totaling $2,016,848.74. Council will direct staff to conduct an electronic survey regarding township boundary sign options and slogans. Additionally, the council approved a $64,900 purchase for a brusher attachment and deferred Camden East Parkette construction until spring 2024.
- Approval of $64,900.00 purchase for a brusher attachment
- Three-week electronic survey for township boundary signs and slogans
- Deferral of Camden East Parkette construction until spring 2024
- Review of August 2023 accounts payable totaling $2,016,848.74
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee is reviewing two land severance applications for properties in Stone Mills. Both applications for 904 County Road 11 and Robinson Road have received provisional approval subject to specific conditions. These conditions include environmental assessments and infrastructure improvements.
- Provisional approval of severance B28-2023 at 904 County Road 11
- $2,500 cash-in-lieu of parkland payment for 904 County Road 11
- Provisional approval of severance B19-2023 at Robinson Road - Parcel A-1
- Required road widening and drainage work on Robinson Road
Council - Public Meeting - Zoning By-law Amendments 18 Sep 2023
The Council held a public meeting to receive information regarding two zoning amendment applications. These include proposals for an unaddressed parcel fronting 91A-Z Varty Lake Road and an unaddressed parcel on County Road 4.
- Zoning Amendment Application D01-2023 (91A-Z Varty Lake Road)
- Zoning Amendment Application D11-2022 (County Road 4)
Council
The Council will review a zoning by-law amendment and assess the financial feasibility of a partnership with Foodcycler Science. Members will also discuss a request to close a section of road allowance between Concessions 3 and 4. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on homelessness action plans and recreation centre staffing.
- Zoning By-law Amendment D01-2023 (91A-Z Varty Lake Road)
- Financial feasibility assessment for Foodcycler Science partnership
- Road allowance closing request (Concessions 3 and 4, Lots 24 & 25)
- Wall of Fame upgrade funding at Stone Mills Recreation Centre
- Student Facilities Attendants hiring update
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice
The Township of Stone Mills is reviewing several severance applications under delegated authority. These applications involve requests to create new lots through the consent process.
- Severance application B29-2023: Putnins at 1052 Moscow Road
- Severance application B30-2023: Shepherd at 1158 County Road 27
- Severance application B31-2023: Shepherd at 1158 County Road 27
Council
The Stone Mills Township Council will review by-laws for Bethel Road widening and tile drainage rates in Adams. The agenda also includes delegations regarding carbon sequestration and updates on Yarker groundwater issues.
- Bethel Road widening by-law
- Tile Drainage Rating By-law (Adams)
- August 2023 accounts payable totaling $712,970.64
- Queen's University delegation on carbon sequestration
- MECP response regarding Yarker groundwater issues
Council
The Stone Mills Council will consider several administrative and financial items during its August 14 meeting. This includes a proposal to repeal the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy and the purchase of a new rescue truck chassis. The council will also review a Community Improvement Plan and a development charges study contract.
- Purchase of a Quick Response Rescue Truck Chassis for $79,890.00 plus HST from James Braden Ford Ltd.
- Contract with DFA Infrastructure International Inc. for a Development Charges Background Study for $21,600.00
- Repeal of the Township's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy
- Appointment of Brooklyn Winter as Deputy Treasurer
- Designation of a Community Improvement Project Area
Closed Session Council
This agenda is for a procedural closed session of the Stone Mills Council. The meeting is held to discuss personal matters concerning an identifiable individual under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act.
- Resolution to enter closed session
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice (For Information Purposes Only)
The Township of Stone Mills is processing multiple severance applications under delegated authority. These include several parcel creations on Robinson Road and lot additions on County Road 1 E.
- Severance B19-2023: 1652703 Ontario Inc., Robinson Road (Parcel A1)
- Severance B20-2023: 1652703 Ontario Inc., Robinson Road (Parcel A2)
- Severance B21-2023: 1652703 Ontario Inc., Robinson Road (Parcel B1)
- Severance B22-2023: 1652703 Ontario Inc., Robinson Road (Parcel C1)
- Severance B23-2023: Stinchcombe, 299 Centreville Road
Council - Public Meeting - Zoning By-Law Amendments
The Stone Mills Council is holding a public meeting regarding zoning by-law amendments. The agenda includes staff report D03-2023 concerning an application by Dennis Menard. The proposal involves a laundromat located at County Road 4 and West Street in Tamworth.
- Zoning by-law amendment for a laundromat at County Road 4 and West Street
- Staff report D03-2023 regarding the Menard application
Council
The Council is reviewing several municipal matters including road allowance access requests and new administrative penalties. They are also considering various staff reports regarding conservation agreements, public works renovations, and fire hall paving.
- By-law to appoint Kathleen Pulfer as Building Inspector
- Implementation of Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) by-laws
- Memorandum of Understanding with Quinte Conservation Authority
- Public Works Building Renovation contract with Jeffrey G Wallans Construction Limited ($58,302.72 from reserves)
- Tamworth Fire Hall Parking Lot Paving project
Closed Session Council
This meeting consists only of procedural items for the Township of Stone Mills. The agenda covers a resolution to enter a closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual.
- Resolution to enter closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act
Special Meeting of Council - 26 Jun 2023 - CANCELLED
This special meeting was scheduled for the purpose of educating Council members regarding the BluEarth Renewable Battery Storage Systems project. The meeting was intended to be a closed session held in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act.
- Meeting cancellation notice
Council
The Council will discuss the BluEarth battery storage project on Miller Road. Members will also consider a special event permit for the Ottawa Valley Powerboat Races. Additionally, the council is set to declare surplus equipment for public auction.
- Review of BluEarth battery storage project on Miller Road
- Approval of Special Event Permit for Ottawa Valley Powerboat Races
- Declaration of surplus equipment for public auction
- Information report regarding new firefighters
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice (FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY)
The Township of Stone Mills is reviewing several severance applications to be considered by staff via delegated authority. These include requests to create new lots and a lot addition at 5248 County Road 41.
- Severance of Parcel 1 (approx. 3.0 hectares) at 5248 County Road 41
- Severance of Parcel 2 (approx. 2.53 hectares) at 5248 County Road 41 for potential rural commercial use
- Lot addition of approx. 32.0 hectares to the adjacent parcel at 439 Kidds Road
- Retention of a 7.8 hectare parcel containing an existing single-family dwelling
Council
The June 5, 2023, meeting includes a by-law to appoint Anita Raymond as Acting Manager of Finance/Treasurer. Council will also review the May 2023 accounts payable totaling $837,749.77. The agenda features reports on the Stoney Steps Art Fest and a proposed battery energy storage facility.
- Appointment of Anita Raymond as Acting Manager of Finance/Treasurer
- May 2023 accounts payable totaling $837,749.77
- Special Event Permit for Stoney Steps Art Fest
- Information report on Proposed BluEarth Battery Energy Storage Facility
- Update on Provincial Planning Statement and Bill 97
Council
The meeting includes discussions on karst topography, local celebrations, and police activity reports. Council will also review development updates and municipal appointments. Additionally, staff may be directed to proceed with new waste receptacle options for playgrounds.
- Support a three-year extension for the Warner Pasture Subdivision draft plan
- Approve staff to administer Fire Association sponsorship grants
- Direct staff to proceed with Option 1 for playground waste receptacles
- Appoint Reeve Wise to the Quinte Conservation Authority Board
- Approve April 2023 accounts payable totaling $410,721.05
Council
Council will hear delegations regarding the Cataraqui Trail and a battery energy storage proposal on Miller Road. The agenda includes a zoning amendment for 629 County Road 4 W and a recommendation for a $686,520.00 granular crushing contract. Additionally, council will review March 2023 accounts payable totaling $1,929,754.39.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 629 County Road 4 W
- $686,520.00 granular crushing tender with Micon Aggregates
- Land Use Agreement with Flame Ontario Arts Collective
- BESS proposal delegation on Miller Road
- March 2023 accounts payable totaling $1,929,754.39
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee is reviewing several minor variance applications for residential and self-storage construction. The agenda also includes a provisional approval for a land severance application subject to water and topography conditions.
- Construction of a 690 square foot walkout basement (A03-2023 - Fedotov)
- Construction of two self-storage units: 5765 sq ft and 2465 sq ft (A04-2023 - 325 Main Street Inc. / Whalen)
- Construction of a 1184 square foot single detached dwelling (A05-2023 - Kratochvil)
- Provisional approval for land severance (B21-2022 - JJ Singer Enterprises Inc.)
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice
The meeting addresses several Planning Act applications regarding land severance and lot additions. The primary proposal involves creating a new 1.85-acre residential parcel from an 18-hectare property on Colebrook Road.
- B55-2022: Creation of a new 1.85-acre residential lot on Colebrook Road
- B02-2023: Lot addition for Tyner
- B03-2023, B04-2023, and B05-2023: Severance applications for O'Neill
- B06-2023: Severance application for Storring
- B07-2023: Lot addition for Keller
Council
The Council will consider the third reading of the by-law to adopt the 2023 Stone Mills Township Municipal Budget. The agenda also includes a delegation from BluEarth Renewables regarding a proposed battery energy storage station on Miller Road. Additionally, staff reports on pickleball at the recreation centre and the Tamworth Skateboard Park timeframe will be received.
- Third reading of the 2023 Stone Mills Township Municipal Budget by-law
- Delegation from BluEarth Renewables regarding a battery energy storage station on Miller Road
- Staff report on pickleball at the Stone Mills Recreation Centre
- Update on the timeframe for the new Tamworth Skateboard Park
- Introduction of discussion for an Industrial Community Improvement Plan
Council - Public Meeting - Zoning By-Law Amendments 03 Apr 2023
The Council is reviewing staff reports regarding development services and zoning applications. The meeting includes consideration of specific land use files for properties on County Road 4 W and other locations.
- Staff Report D12-2022: Tyner - 629 County Road 4 W
- Staff Report D02-2023: Lowry & Wojtkowicz
- Application B37-2022: Consent application submitted June 22, 2022
Council
The Council will review February 2023 accounts payable totaling $676,249.22 and discuss a proposed battery energy storage system at 238 Miller Rd. Staff may also be authorized to complete the legal road transfer of Turcotte Road to the Township. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding tree planting at Doyle Farm.
- Legal transfer of Turcotte Road to the Township
- February 2023 accounts payable totaling $676,249.22
- Proposed Battery Energy Storage System at 238 Miller Rd
- Tree planting at Doyle Farm Property
- Renewal of Group Procurement 2023
Council
Council will review the 2023 municipal budget and tax rates. Discussions include a legal road transfer for Turcotte Road and a five-year forest fire management renewal with the MNRF.
- 2023 Municipal Budget and Tax Rate By-law
- Turcotte Road legal road transfer
- 5-year Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement renewal
- Development Charges Background Study RFP
- Beaver Lake Farmers & Artisan Market 2023 season delegation
Planning Act Applications - Delegated Authority Public Notice
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several land severance applications for the Township of Stone Mills. These include multiple requests for consent to sever parcels of land in the Bawn, Drew, and Sramek areas.
- Severance applications B56-2022, B57-2022 & B58-2022 - Bawn
- Severance applications B59-2022 & B60-2022 - Drew
- Severance application B01-2023 - Sramek
Council
Stone Mills Council is reviewing the 2023 municipal budget and establishing new tax rates. The agenda also includes discussions on land disposition to Lennox and Addington County for infrastructure improvements and the approval of new municipal work policies.
- First reading of the 2023 Municipal Budget by-law to establish tax rates
- Land disposition to Lennox and Addington County for community infrastructure
- Approval of the Municipal Vehicle Use Policy and Telework/Flex Work Policy
- Construction and maintenance agreement with Lennox and Addington County Roads
- Delegation regarding the SIDEBURN 2023 event
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee met to appoint a new Secretary/Treasurer and review land use applications. Two severance applications were provisionally approved subject to conditions regarding well construction and hydrogeological assessments. One minor variance application was deferred pending a revised submission.
- Provisional approval of severance B21-2022 (JJ Singer Enterprises Inc.) including a $2,500 parkland fee
- Provisional approval of severance B46-2022 (Bell) subject to hydrogeological assessments
- Deferral of minor variance A07-2022 (Shiell) regarding setback requirements
- Appointment of Cindy Huyck as Secretary/Treasurer
Council - 13 Feb 2023 - Budget meeting
The council is reviewing the second draft of the 2023 municipal budget. The meeting includes detailed discussions on departmental allocations for fire services, roads maintenance, and information technology. The agenda also covers various service contracts and infrastructure maintenance costs.
- $160,000 allocation for sand and salt for road maintenance
- $85,000 for Information Technology services including software and internet
- $120,000 for municipal building services and maintenance
- $100,000 estimated parkland reserve from development fees
- $40,000 for fire administration training and conventions
Council
Council will review briefing notes regarding the proposed transfer of Beaver Lake Park to the Township. The meeting includes discussions on in-kind support for the Tamworth 175th Celebration and a grant opportunity for the Stone Mills Recreation Centre. Additionally, Council will review January 2023 accounts payable totaling $510,990.32.
- Proposed transfer of Beaver Lake Park to the Township
- In-kind assistance request for Tamworm 175th Celebration
- January 2023 accounts payable totaling $510,990.32
- Grant opportunity for Stone Mills Recreation Centre
- Notice of intent to amend Procedural By-law 2014-729
Council - 31 Jan 2023 - Budget Meeting
Council reviewed the first draft of the 2023 budget narrative, which outlines forecasted revenues and expenses for various departments. The presentation included details on staff compensation, infrastructure debt, and upcoming capital projects.
- Proposed 3% wage increase for non-unionized employees
- $1,112,600 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) grant
- $377,477 allocated for fire capital equipment, including R741 replacement
- $1,074,415 for OPP police services billing
- $145,800 from the Loyalist Solar Project Community Vibrancy Agreement
Council
The Stone Mills Council is reviewing the impact of Bill 23 on conservation authorities and development services. The agenda includes a delegation from river protection groups regarding provincial legislative changes. Council will also review December 2022 accounts payable totaling $3,064,946.35.
- Reviewing Bill 23 impacts on conservation authorities
- Approving December 2022 accounts payable totaling $3,064,946.35
- Entering a professional services agreement with Malroz Engineering Inc.
- New by-laws for the Committee of Adjustment
- Agreement to store an antique fire truck at FireRein Inc. property
Council
The Stone Mills Council is meeting to pass by-laws for 2023 interim tax levies and borrowing funds for current expenses. The agenda also includes a review of the township's procedural by-law and the police service agreement with the O.P.P.
- By-law for 2023 interim tax levy
- Memorandum of Understanding for the Ontario Naloxone Program
- Review of the Township Procedural By-law
- Appointment of a County Council alternate representative
- Continuation of the O.P.P. police agreement