Body: Council Type: Minutes Meeting: Regular Date: June 18, 2025 Collection: Council Minutes Municipality: Frontenac County
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL June 18, 2025
A regular meeting of the Council of the County of Frontenac was held in the Frontenac Room of the County Administrative Office, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Present:
Warden Gerry Lichty, Deputy Warden Bill Saunders, Councillors Fred Fowler, Nicki Gowdy, Judy GreenwoodSpeers, Ray Leonard, Fran Smith, and Ron Vandewal
Also Present:
County: Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Jannette Amini, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Susan Brant, Administrator-Fairmount Home Rob Dillbough, Manager of Marine Services Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development Marc Goudie, Chief/Director of Emergency & Transportation Services Alex Lemieux, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer
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Brieanna McEathron, Deputy Clerk Barb McCulloch, Director of Human Resource
Call to Order
We begin this gathering by acknowledging and celebrating these traditional lands as a gathering place of the first peoples and their ancestors who are entrusted to care for mother earth since time immemorial. We do so respecting both the land and the Indigenous People who continue to walk with us through this world. Today, the County is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.
Roll Call
Closed Session
Approval of Addendum
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
Adoption of Minutes
a)
Minutes of Meeting held May 21, 2025
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Motion #: 125-25
Moved By:
Deputy Warden Saunders
Seconded By:
Councillor Gowdy
Resolved That the minutes of the regular Council meeting held May 21, 2025 be adopted. Carried
Delegations and/or Presentations
Proclamations
a)
National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21, 2025
Motion #: 126-25
Moved By:
Councillor Greenwood-Speers
Seconded By:
Councillor Smith
Whereas, the Constitution of Canada recognizes the existing rights of the Indigenous peoples of Canada; and,
Whereas in the Constitution of Canada includes the indigenous peoples of Canada; and,
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Whereas the Indigenous peoples of Canada have made and continue to make valuable contributions to Canadian society and it is considered appropriate that there be, in each year, a day to mark and celebrate these contributions and to recognize the different cultures of the Indigenous peoples of Canada; and,
Whereas many Indigenous peoples celebrate the summer solstice, which has an important symbolism within their cultures;
Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac hereby proclaims June 21, 2025 as “National Indigenous Peoples Day” in Frontenac County. Carried
Move into Committee of the Whole
Motion #: 127-25
Moved By:
Councillor Vandewal
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
That Council adjourn and meet as Committee of the Whole Council, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair. Carried
Briefings
a)
Mr. Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer, will provide Council with his monthly CAO briefing.
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Unfinished Business
Consent Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
Committee of Management of Fairmount Home
a)
Move into Committee of Management of Fairmount Home
Motion #: 128-25
Moved By:
Councillor Leonard
Seconded By:
Councillor Gowdy
That Committee of the Whole Council adjourn and meet as Committee of Management of Fairmount Home, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair. Carried
b)
2025-051 Fairmount Home Replacement of a Diesel Fuel Tank for the 250KW Diesel Generator
Motion #: 129-25
Moved By:
Councillor Greenwood-Speers
Seconded By:
Warden Lichty
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Recommendation:
Be It Resolved That County Council authorize Fairmount Home to complete the replacement of a diesel fuel tank for the 250KW diesel generator with funds from the Joint Fairmount Home Capital Replacement Reserve. Carried
c)
Return to Committee of the Whole Council
Motion #: 130-25
Moved By:
Councillor Smith
Seconded By:
Councillor Vandewal
That the Committee of Management of Fairmount Home adjourn and revert back to Committee of the Whole Council. Carried
Recommend Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
a)
2025-053 Frontenac Paramedics Joint Fire and Paramedic Station at Taylor Kidd Boulevard and Demers Avenue
Motion #: 131-25
Moved By:
Councillor Fowler
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Seconded By:
Councillor Leonard
Recommendation:
Be it Resolved That Council authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into agreements with the City of Kingston as it relates to the construction of a joint Paramedic and Fire Station to be located at 495 Taylor Kidd Boulevard,
And Further That staff be directed to provide a subsequent report to Council outlining detailed plans and financial implications as more information is obtained.
Carried
b)
2025-054 Corporate Services Approval of Expense Reimbursement for Ongoing Transition of the South East Health Unit
Motion #: 132-25
Moved By:
Councillor Gowdy
Seconded By:
Councillor Greenwood-Speers
Recommendation:
Be It Resolved That staff be directed to continue discussions with the South East Public Health Unit (SEHU) to cover the mileage and per diem costs incurred through attendance at both the Finance and Governance Committees of the SEHU.
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And Further That should the SEHU not cover these costs, Council authorize that these costs be covered by the County.
Carried
c)
2025-056 Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Frontenac Municipal Services Corporation Shareholder Agreement
Motion #: 133-25
Moved By:
Councillor Smith
Seconded By:
Warden Lichty
Recommendation:
Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac receive the report regarding the Frontenac Municipal Services Corporation Shareholder Agreement attached to this report as Appendix A;
And Further That the Warden and Clerk be authorized to sign the Shareholder Agreement on behalf of the County. Carried
Information Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
a)
2025-052
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Corporate Services 2025 First Quarter Financial Summary and Outlook
b)
2025-055 Office of the CAO 2024 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Balanced Scorecard Update
Reports from Advisory Committees of County Council
a)
Report of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
Motion #: 134-25
Moved By:
Councillor Vandewal
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Report of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
That the Report received from the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee be received and adopted.
Report of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee
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The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee reports and recommends as follows:
2025-036 Municipal Accommodation Tax Feasibility
Be It Resolved That County Council direct staff to explore the feasibility of a municipal accommodation tax in Frontenac County;
And Further That up to $6,000 be allocated from the Community Development Reserve to assist with facilitation and engagement costs for the feasibility review. Carried
Return to Council
Motion #: 135-25
Moved By:
Councillor Leonard
Seconded By:
Councillor Gowdy
That Council revert from Committee of the Whole Council, to Council.
Carried
Adoption of the Report of the Committee of the Whole Council
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Motions, Notice of Which has Been Given
Giving Notice of Motion
Communications
That Council consent to the following communications of interest to Council listed below be received and filed:
a)
From Kevin Farrell, CAO providing Council with follow up information regarding Investment Report [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
b)
From the EOWC regarding correspondence on Strengthening Eastern Ontario Through Sustainable Investment in Higher Education [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
c)
From the Municipality of Assiginack regarding a Resolution opposing the Strong Mayor Powers [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
d)
From the South East Health Unit providing Council with information regarding its budget [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
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e)
From the Town of LaSalle regarding a Resolution concerning Ontario Works Rates [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
f)
From the Town of LaSalle regarding a Resolution concerning Ontario Works Rates [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
g)
Presentation by Dr. Morrison to County Council FLA OHT - Frontenac County May 2025 [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
h)
Presentation to County Council by Dr. Morrison Executive Summary_FLA PCAT Proposal, May 2 2025[75] [Distributed to Members of County Council May 23, 2025]
i)
From Bruce County regarding a Resolution on a Municipal Response to Tariffs [Distributed to Members of County Council May 30, 2025]
j)
From the Municipality of Grey Highlands regarding a Resolution on a Municipal Response to Tariffs [Distributed to Members of County Council May 30, 2025]
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k)
From the Township of Archipelago regarding a Resolution to Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025 [Distributed to Members of County Council May 30, 2025]
l)
From the City of Woodstock regarding a Resolution on Bill 5 Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act 2025 [Distributed to Members of County Council June 6, 2025]
m)
From the County of Norfolk regarding a Resolution opposing Strong Mayor Powers [Distributed to Members of County Council June 6, 2025]
n)
From the EOWC providing its June 2025 Newsletter [Distributed to Members of County Council June 6, 2025]
o)
From the Township of Whitewater Region regarding a Resolution opposing the Strong Mayor Powers [Distributed to Members of County Council June 6, 2025]
p)
From the Town of LaSalle regarding a Resolution on Bill 5 Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act [Distributed to Members of County Council June 13, 2025]
q)
From the Township of Georgian Bay regarding a Resolution on the
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Floating Accommodations Position Paper [Distributed to Members of County Council June 13, 2025]
r)
From the Township of McGarry regarding a Resolution on Canadian Sovereignty and United States [Distributed to Members of County Council June 13, 2025]
Other Business
By-Laws – General By-laws and Confirmatory By-law
a)
First and Second Reading
Motion #: 137-25
Moved By:
Councillor Vandewal
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Resolved That leave be given the mover to introduce by-laws a) through d) that have been circulated to all Members of County Council and that by-laws a) through d) be read a first and second time. Carried
b)
Third Reading
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Motion #: 138-25
Moved By:
Councillor Vandewal
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Resolved That by-laws a) through d) be read a third time, signed, sealed and finally passed. Carried
By-Laws
a)
To adopt an Accountability and Transparency Policy for the County of Frontenac [Proposed By-law No. 2025-022]
b)
To authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into agreements with the City of Kingston as it relates to the construction of a joint Paramedic and Fire Station to be located at 495 Taylor Kidd Boulevard. [Proposed By-law No. 2025-023]
c)
To authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a shareholder agreement with the Townships of North, Central, and South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands for the management and operation of the Frontenac Municipal Services Corporation [Proposed By-law No. 2025-024]
d)
To confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on June 18, 2025
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[Proposed By-law No. 2025-025]
Adjournment
Motion #: 139-25
Moved By:
Councillor Leonard
Seconded By:
Deputy Warden Saunders
That the meeting hereby adjourn at Carried
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