Body: Council Type: Minutes Meeting: Regular Date: October 20, 2021 Collection: Council Minutes Municipality: Frontenac County
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL October 20, 2021
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, October 20, 2021 at 9:30 AM
Present:
Warden Fran Smith, Deputy Warden Ron Vandewal, Councillors Ron Higgins, Denis Doyle, Bruce Higgs, Bill MacDonald, Gerry Martin and Alan Revill
Also Present:
County: Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer Gale Chevalier, Chief/Director of Emergency & Transportation Services Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development Alex Lemieux, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Susan Brant, Administrator-Fairmount Home Barb McCulloch, Director of Human Resources Jannette Amini, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk
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Closed Session
Motion #: 156-21
Moved By:
Councillor MacDonald
Seconded By:
Councillor Higgs
Resolved That Council resolve itself into Committee of the Whole closed session as authorized under Section 239 of The Municipal Act, to consider:
- Adoption of Closed Minutes of Meetings held September 15, 2021
- A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board - as it relates to property acquisition for the K&P Trail Carried
Motion #: 157-21
Moved By:
Councillor Smith
Seconded By:
Deputy Warden Doyle
Resolved That Council rise from Committee of the Whole closed session with/without reporting Carried
Approval of Addendum
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
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Adoption of Minutes
a)
Minutes of Meeting held September 15, 2021
Motion #: 158-21
Moved By:
Councillor Smith
Seconded By:
Deputy Warden Doyle
Resolved That the minutes of the regular Council meeting held September 15, 2021 be adopted. Carried
Deputations and/or Presentations
Proclamations
a)
GIS Day November 17, 2021
Motion #: 159-21
Moved By:
Councillor Revill
Seconded By:
Councillor MacDonald
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Whereas Geography Awareness Week is November 15 - 19, 2021;
And Whereas International Geographic Information System (GIS) Day is November 17, 2021;
And Whereas Geography Awareness Week promotes GIS and geographic literacy;
And Whereas GIS is an important part of geography awareness;
And Whereas the County of Frontenac is committed to expanding GIS awareness throughout the County in order to showcase real-world applications with GIS.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac hereby proclaims November 17, 2021 as GIS Day in Frontenac County. Carried
Move into Committee of the Whole
Motion #: 160-21
Moved By:
Councillor Higgs
Seconded By:
Councillor Smith
That Council adjourn and meet as Committee of the Whole Council, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair. Carried
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Briefings
a)
Dr. Piotr Oglaza, new Medical Officer of Health,KFL&A Public Health, presented to County Council, highlights of Public Health programs and services along with an overview of the its draft 2022 budget.
b)
Ms. Laura Carter, CEO/Chief Librarian, Kingston Frontenac Public Library, presented to County Council, highlights of the library programs and services along with an overview of the Library’s draft 2022 budget.
c)
Ms. Ruth Noordegraaf City of Kingston Housing and Social Services, presentede to County Council, highlights of the Housing and Social Services programs along with an overview of the draft 2022 budget.
d)
Ms. Desiree Kennedy, CFO and City Treasurer, City of Kingston, presented to County Council, highlights of the Provincial Offences Act (POA) budget.
e)
Mr. David Townsend, Executive Director, Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation (SFCSC), presented to County Council, highlights of the SFCS Seniors Transportation program along with an overview of the draft 2022 budget.
f)
Ms. Louise Moody, Executive Director, and Ms. Nicki Gowdy, Acting Program Administrator, Rural Frontenac Community Services (RFCS), presented to County Council, highlights of the Frontenac Transportation Services along with an overview of the draft 2022 budget.
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g)
Mr. Kelly Pender, Chief Administrative Officer, provided Council with his monthly CAO briefing.
Unfinished Business
Recommend Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
a)
2021-090 Planning and Economic Development – Extension of Approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision –Township of South Frontenac (Hartington) – County File #10T-2013/002
Motion #: 161-21
Moved By:
Councillor Fowler
Seconded By:
Councillor Higgs
Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac receive the report titled Planning and Economic Development – Extension of Approval of Draft Plan of Subdivision Hartington - County File 10T-2013/002; And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac extend the draft approval for the plan of subdivision for the proposed Hartington subdivision for a period of two (2) years, to October 18, 2023. Carried
b)
2021-091
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Frontenac Paramedics - Transfer from Frontenac Paramedics Equipment Reserve for Purchase of Computer Equipment of New Electronic Patient Care Record Program
Motion #: 162-21
Moved By:
Councillor MacDonald
Seconded By:
Councillor Revill
Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac receive the Emergency and Transportation Services –Transfer from Frontenac Paramedic’s Equipment Reserve for Purchase of Computer Equipment for new electronic Patient Care Record (ePCR) Program for information; And Further That Council approve the transfer of up to $56,045 of 2022 capital replacement reserves to be used in the 2021 budget year. Carried
c)
2021-092 Planning and Economic Development – Frontenac K&P Trail Management Plan Considerations
Motion #: 163-21
Moved By:
Councillor Higgs
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Be It Resolved That County Council approve the amended Frontenac K&P Trail Management Plan dated October 20, 2021 subject to the following further amendments:
- That Section 4.1.4 be amended to delete “Bell Rock Road” and replace with “Craig Road”;
- That Section 6.2.3 be amended to remove “north of Bell Rock Road” and replace with “at Craig Road”;
- That the number of Section 4 be corrected;
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4. That the proposed signage be amended to delete “Bell Rock Road” and replace with “Craig Road” And Further That staff engage with the Township of the Frontenac Islands on Phase 7 of K&P Trail development upon the completion of the Wolfe Island Canal Master Plan; And Further That staff engage with the Township of South Frontenac regarding motorized use of the K&P Trail in the Village of Verona upon the completion of the Verona Housing Master Plan; And Further That recommendations for revenue generation, if approved by County Council, be added to the K&P Trail Management Plan after County Council receives the report assigned to Mr. Wayne Robinson; And Further That staff be directed to create a by-law to implement and enforce management policies on the Frontenac K&P Trail; And Further That subject to regular review of costs, the Management Plan be utilized as a guide for the development of operations budget and where applicable, contracted services.
Note: This item was postponed from the September 15, 2021 Council Meeting. The below Motion to Amend was made and Carried at that meeting and will, if approved, amend the above motion when the question is called:
Motion #: 144-21
Moved By:
Councillor Revill
Seconded By:
Warden Vandewal
Be It Resolved That the motion be amended as follows:
- That Section 4.1.4 be amended to delete “Bell Rock Road” and replace with “Craig Road”;
- That Section 6.2.3 be amended to remove “north of Bell Rock Road” and replace with “at Craig Road”;
- That the number of Section 4 be corrected;
- That the proposed signage be amended to delete “Bell Rock Road” and replace with “Craig Road” Carried Carried As Amended
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d)
2021-093 Corporate Services - Frontenac Howe Islander Ferry Fees and Fares Schedule
Motion #: 164-21
Moved By:
Councillor Smith
Seconded By:
Warden Vandewal
Resolved That Council of the County of Frontenac receive the Corporate Services – Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry Fees and Fares Schedule report; And Further That a by-law be introduced later in the meeting to adopt the 2022 Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry Fees and Fares Schedule. Carried
e)
2021-094 Office of the Chief Administrative Officer - LiDAR Acquisition
Motion #: 165-21
Moved By:
Councillor Revill
Seconded By:
Councillor MacDonald
Be It Resolved that the Council of the County of Frontenac receive the LiDAR acquisition report for information; And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac support the acquisition of highly detailed and accurate LiDAR mapping for the Frontenac region; And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize staff to enter into an Agreement with the four conservation authorities being: Rideau Valley Conservation Authority, Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority, and Quinte Conservation for LiDAR Acquisition;
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And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac support the County being the lead applicant of a joint application being submitted to the municipal modernization program (Intake 3), on behalf of the four Townships, to cover a portion (up to 65%) of the costs associated with acquisition and storage; And Further That if the application for municipal modernization funding is successful that Council authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario; And Further That the remaining $23,000 of the project be funded from the levy; And Further That if the application for municipal modernization funding is unsuccessful that the additional funds be expensed from the stabilization reserve. Carried
Information Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
Reports from Council Liaison Appointees
Reports from External Boards and Committees
a)
Food Policy Council of KFL&A Submission by CouncillorHiggs
Reports from Advisory Committees of County Council
Return to Council
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Motion #: 166-21
Moved By:
Councillor Higgs
Seconded By:
Councillor Smith
That Council revert from Committee of the Whole Council, to Council.
Carried
Adoption of the Report of the Committee of the Whole Council
Motion #: 167-21
Moved By:
Deputy Warden Doyle
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
That the report of the Committee of the Whole Council be adopted and that the necessary actions or by-laws be enacted. Carried
Motions, Notice of Which has Been Given
Giving Notice of Motion
Communications
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That Council consent to the following communications of interest to Council listed below be received and filed:
a)
From Northumberland County regarding a resolution on the Capital Gains Tax on Primary Residence [Distributed to Members of County Council September 24, 2021]
b)
From Northumberland County regarding a resolution and letter on proceedings under the POA [Distributed to Members of County Council September 24, 2021]
c)
From the City of Sarnia regarding a resolution on Renovictions [Distributed to Members of County Council September 24, 2021]
d)
From the Township of Scugog regarding a resolution on 2021 Structure Inventory and Inspections [Distributed to Members of County Council September 24, 2021]
e)
From MMAH Minister Clark regarding expiration of temporary Regulations limiting municipal authority to regulate Construction Noise [Distributed to Members of County Council October 1, 2021]
f)
From the Municipality of Chatham-Kent regarding a resolution concerning Renovictions
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[Distributed to Members of County Council October 1, 2021]
g)
From the Municipality of Chatham-Kent regarding a resolution on OHIP coverage for Eye Care [Distributed to Members of County Council October 1, 2021]
h)
From the Town of Kingsville regarding a resolution to Save Eye Care Ontario [Distributed to Members of County Council October 1, 2021]
i)
From Councillor Higgs providing his Food Policy Report for October 2021 [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
j)
From the Municipality of Shuniah regarding a Letter of Support for Affordable Internet [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
k)
From the Municipality of Shuniah regarding a Letter of Support for a 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
l)
From the Municipality of Shuniah regarding a Letter of Support for Anti-hate Crimes and Incidents and Banning Symbols of Hate Act
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[Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
m)
From the Southern Frontenac Community Services providing its October 2021 Newsletter [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
n)
From the Town of Niagara on the Lake regarding a Letter to Premier Ford on OHIP Eye Care [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
o)
From the Township of Alnwick Haldimand regarding a resolution supporting Lottery Licensing to Assist Small Organizations [Distributed to Members of County Council October 8, 2021]
p)
From Richard Lindgren, Counsel regarding Request for Extension of Draft Approval Hartington Subdivision [Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
q)
From the Family and Children’s Services of Frontenac Lennox & Addington providing its 2020-2021 Annual Report [Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
r)
From the Municipality of Grey Highlands regarding a resolution supporting Lottery Licensing for Small Organizations
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[Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
s)
From the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe regarding resolution of support for Federal and Provincial Funding of Rural Infrastructure [Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
t)
From the Township of Enniskillen regarding a letter to Minister of OMAFRA on the Cannabis Act [Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
u)
From the Township of Enniskillen regarding a letter to the Minister of Health with respect to the Cannabis Act [Distributed to Members of County Council October 15, 2021]
Other Business
Public Question Period
By-Laws – General By-laws and Confirmatory By-law
a)
First and Second Reading
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Motion #: 168-21
Moved By:
Councillor Revill
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Resolved That leave be given the mover to introduce by-laws a) through c) that have been circulated to all Members of County Council and that by-laws a) through c) be read a first and second time. Carried
b)
Third Reading
Motion #: 169-21
Moved By:
Councillor Revill
Seconded By:
Councillor Fowler
Resolved That by-laws a) through c) be read a third time, signed, sealed and finally passed. Carried
By-Laws
a)
To establish a fees and fares schedule for the Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry operation for the year 2022 [Proposed By-law No. 2021-0029]
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b)
To authorize the execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario should the joint application to the Municipal Modernization Program (Intake 3) for LiDAR Acquisition and Storage be successful [Proposed By-law No. 2021-0030]
c)
To confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on October 20, 2021 [Proposed By-law No. 2021-0031]
Adjournment
Motion #: 170-21
Moved By:
Councillor Higgs
Seconded By:
Deputy Warden Doyle
That the meeting hereby adjourn at 11:45 a.m. Carried
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