Warwick public meetings in 2022
11 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council
Warwick Township Council will consider endorsing Deputy Mayor John Couwenberg for the ROMA Board of Directors. The Council will also vote to pass By-law 91 of 2022 to confirm all previously adopted resolutions and motions.
- Endorsement of Deputy Mayor John Couwenberg for ROMA Zone #1 Representative
- Passage of By-law 91 of 2022 to confirm prior Council resolutions
Special Council - BUDGET
Council met to review the proposed 2023 Operating and Capital Budget and departmental business plans. The meeting included presentations on audit engagement, financial governance, and updates regarding the township's development charges process.
- Presentation of the Proposed 2023 Budget by Treasurer Trevor Jarrett
- Audit Engagement and Financial Governance presentation by Baker Tilly Sarnia
- Update on Township of Warwick Development Charges Process by Watson & Associates
- Review of 2023 Departmental Business Plans for Finance, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation
- First, second, and third reading of By-law 90 of 2022
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will meet to discuss the Lambton Shores Fire Agreement and review the Moffatt Drain Extension tender. The agenda also includes appointments for the South-West Group source protection committee and various staff reports.
- Awarding the Moffatt Drain Extension 2022 tender to Van Bree Drainage & Bulldozing Ltd. for $203,330.00 plus HST
- Reappointment of Dave Frayne to the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Source Protection Committee
- Discussion of the Lambton Shores Fire Agreement for the 'Arkona Fire Area'
- Review of the 2022 Municipal Election Accessibility Report and Public Feedback
- Review of the Bill 23 Information Report
Special Council
The Special Council meeting focused on administrative transitions for the new term. Council members were sworn into office and appointed to various local boards and committees. Additionally, the 2023 meeting calendar and bank signing authorities were addressed.
- Administration of Declaration of Office for Mayor Todd Case and four Councillors
- Approval of Council member appointments to committees and boards via By-law 79 of 2022
- Adoption of the 2023 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
- Approval of By-law 85 of 2022 regarding Procedural By-law amendments
- Approval of By-law 84 of 2022 regarding signing authority for Township bank accounts
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2021 technical review of the Twin Creeks Landfill and discussing future inspections. Additionally, the Council will consider approving an updated Township Emergency Response Plan and improvements to the Butler Drain.
- 2021 Technical Review of Twin Creeks Landfill
- Updated Warwick Township Emergency Response Plan (By-law 81 of 2022)
- Petition for drainage improvements on Butler Drain
- Amending Schedule A Water-Sewer Rates (By-law 80 of 2022)
- Consolidated Comprehensive User Fee and Charges By-law (By-law 82 of 2022)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application by 2444422 Ontario Inc. to allow the construction of three grain bins. The application seeks relief from front yard setback requirements for two of the proposed bins on the east side of Bethel Road.
- Minor variance application A-04-22 for three grain bins at 6854 Bethel Road
- Proposed 4.5m setback for Grain Bin A (20m required)
- Proposed 16.5m setback for Grain Bin B (20m required)
- Planner recommendation to approve Grain Bin B variance and refuse Grain Bin A variance
Regular Council
The Council will consider a resolution regarding CN Rail's refusal to contribute to municipal drains under the Drainage Act. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on the Lambton Shores Fire Agreement and several drainage work petitions.
- Proposed resolution requesting CN Rail contribute to municipal drains per the Drainage Act
- Approval of By-law 76 of 2022 regarding the Lambton Shores Fire Agreement
- Petition to proceed with improvements for Woolvett, Dolan-McKenzie, and Thomas Drain No. 1
- Approval of the CAO's Q3 2022 Quarterly Status Report
- Economic Development & Promotions Quarterly Update
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council is reviewing several staff reports including human resources updates and a logo re-design. The meeting also addresses an active transportation funding agreement and updates regarding the East Lambton Community Complex.
- $26,000 Active Transportation Funding Agreement with Infrastructure Canada
- East Lambton Community Complex fee amendments
- Human Resources Policy updates
- EcDev & Promotions logo re-design cost estimate
- Welsh Drain 2022 by-law (1st and 2nd reading)
Special Council
This special meeting is designated to address planning and development matters. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss land acquisition, labour relations, and legal advice.
- Discussion of planning and development matters
- In Camera session regarding land acquisition and labour relations
- Consideration of By-law 72 of 2022 to confirm previous council resolutions
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2022 Technical Review Team Report regarding the Twin Creeks Landfill. Additionally, the Council is considering zoning amendments, financial statements, and land lease proposals.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 7910 Industrial Drive to allow 'Vehicle Sales Establishment'
- Approval of 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements
- Technical Review Team Report regarding Waste Management of Canada Corporation Twin Creeks Landfill
- Farm land lease to Beatty Farms: $146.00/acre for Industrial Park and $351.00/acre for Lagoon properties
- Public survey for a new Township logo
Regular Council
The Warwick Township Council is reviewing several staff reports, including updates on the 2022 municipal election and economic development. The meeting includes discussions on site plan by-law amendments and recommendations for Zion Line asphalt repairs.
- Proposed amendments to the Township of Warwick Site Plan By-law (By-law 22 of 2005)
- Zion Line asphalt repairs and replacement recommendation
- Moffatt Drain Extension 2022, By-law No. 52 of 2022
- Review of committee structure and procedural by-law for the 2022-2026 term
- 2022 cost of living wage adjustment report