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Township of South Frontenac Council Meeting Agenda

TIME: DATE: PLACE:

6:30 PM, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Council Chambers/Virtual Via Zoom .

Call to Order

Resolution

That the Council meeting of July 16, 2024 be called to order at ___ p.m. 2.

Declaration of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof

Approval of Agenda and Addendum

Resolution

6-9

That the agenda be amended to include the addendum. b)

Resolution

That the agenda as amended, be approved. 4.

Scheduled Closed Session

Resolution

That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following item: k) A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board - Verona Housing b)

A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board - Verona Housing

Resolution

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” without reporting. 5.

Recess

Declaration of Office - Appointment of Councillor Morey as Deputy Mayor

Public Meeting

Resolution - Public Meeting to Order

Notice of Collection

10 - 21

Public Meeting - Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA2024-0063, Rivendell (Harper), 7359 Road 38, Portland District

22 - 27

Resolution - Close Public Meeting

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Delegations

Briefings

Approval of Minutes

That the Minutes of the June 18, 2024 and June 20, 2024 Council meetings be approved.

Reports Requiring Action

Verona Housing – Environmental Impact Study

28 - 38

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That Council approve the award of Environmental Impact Study contract to Cambium Inc. for a total amount of $42,000 including non-rebatable HST. b)

Communal Services Support - EORN

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That the Council of the Township of South Frontenac offer its supports for EORN and 2B Developments (Rural Impact), Localizing Communal Servicing Project CMHC Housing Supply Challenge; and That the Chief Administrative Officer, on behalf of the Township of South Frontenac, be authorized to issue a letter of support. c)

Verona Housing – Municipal Service Corporation Creation

43 - 50

That Council approve the award of the contracted services support for the creation of a Municipal Service Corporation for the Verona Housing to the Rural Impact Initiative. d)

Unopened Road Allowance Closure Request – RC-24-01 (Caivan Properties Holding Corporation)

51 - 90

That Council agree, in principle, to stopping up, closing and selling three portions of unopened road allowance identified as Road Allowance A, Road Allowance B and Road Allowance C on the Location Map attached as Exhibit A to Report 2024-118, with the understanding that a by-law relating to the above will be brought back to Council to be approved upon the applicant producing an acceptable survey of the lands. e)

Open Farms Proclamation

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Whereas the Township of South Frontenac recognizes the importance of agriculture in the region; and, Whereas both Frontenac County and the Township of South Frontenac believe a strong agricultural economy is essential for enduring communities, for the health of our residents, and to establish a strong community in support of food security for our citizens as well as our businesses, and organizations; and, Whereas both Frontenac County and the Township of South Frontenac have a vision of a strong agriculture community that is rooted in the character of Frontenac and its residents: welcoming, natural, healthy, clean, tranquil, entrepreneurial, and rural by choice and conviction; and Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby declares August 16 to September 30, 2024, as Open Farm

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Days in South Frontenac, and reminds individuals of the importance of this six-week celebration which supports local agriculture and food businesses in our communities; And Further That the Township encourages all residents to support local farms and food businesses by participating in this series of events. f)

Sale and Serving of Alcohol at Centennial Park – Gear Up for Greatness Event

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That Council approve the sale and consumption of alcohol through the Daft Brewing Company Catering Endorsement licence at the Gear Up for Greatness – Youth Sports Drive at Centennial Park on August 24th, 2024, from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm, as per ByLaw 2003-90. g)

Municipally Significant Event Designation for Open Farm Days Launch Event

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That Council designate the Open Farm Days Launch Event on August 16th, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith as municipally significant in support of the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario Special Events Permit Application. h)

Speed Limit Review – Storrington Public School

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That Council approve the staff recommendation for the implementation of a new 60km/hr speed limit review on Battersea Road from 650m north of Millburn Road to 205m south of the intersection of Round Lake Road; and That Council direct staff to prepare an amendment to the Roads, Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2000-01 to incorporate the proposed speed limit change. i)

Demolition of 4265 Stage Coach Rd

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That Council approve a budget of $100,000 for the demolition and clean up of existing structures on the 4265 Stage Coach Rd property and that the project be funded from Working Funds Reserve. 12.

Advisory Committee Reports or Minutes

Reports Requiring Approval of By-laws

Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) Agreement Renewal

110 113

That By-law 2024-52 being a By-law to enter into an agreement to access the CCBF funding, be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2024-52 be given third reading, signed and sealed. b)

2024 Development Charges Background Study and By-law

114 399

That Council approve the Development Charges Background Study attached to Report 2024-119 as Exhibit A, and associated amendments attached to Report 2024-119 as Exhibit B; That By-law 2024-53 being a By-law to implement a new Development Charges By-law, be given first and second reading; and

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That By-law 2024-53 be given third reading, signed and sealed. c)

Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2024-0063, Rivendell (Harper), 7359 Road 38, Portland District

400 401

Reports for Information

Public Services Quarterly Update

402 405

Draft Financials for 2023

406 414

New DriveON program for Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations

415 417

Committee of the Whole

Tabling of Documents

EOWC Newsletter, June 2024

418 424

Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Annual Report

425 462

Communications

Correspondence received from Fred Hahn, President, CUPE Ontario Division, dated June 25, 2024 regarding 24th Annual Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, October 24, 2024.

Notice of Motions

Rise and Report regarding County Council and External Boards

County Council

Cataraqui Conservation

Quinte Conservation

Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

Announcements/Statements by Councillors

Closed Session (if requested)

Resolution

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That Council resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” to consider the following item: a) Approval of the May 7, 2024 Committee of the Whole, Closed Meeting Minutes; and b) A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board. b)

A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board - Loughborough District

Approval of the May 7, 2024 Committee of the Whole, Closed Meeting Minutes

Resolution

That Council rise from the Committee of the Whole “Closed Meeting” without reporting

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Confirmatory By-law

Resolution

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That By-Law 2024-55, being a By-law to confirm generally all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Township of South Frontenac, be given first and second reading; and That By-Law 2024-55 be given third reading, signed and sealed. 23.

Adjournment

Resolution

That the Council meeting of July 16, 2024 adjourn at ___ p.m. South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community

Page 6 of 469 Office of the Clerk 4432 George St, Box 100 Sydenham ON, K0H 2T0 613-376-3027 jthompson@southfrontenac.net Addendum – July 16, 2024 Council Meeting 17. Communications b) Correspondence received from various residents, dated July 15, 2024 regarding File No: RC—24-01, Caivan Properties Unopened Road Allowance Closure Request.

www.southfrontenac.net

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July 15, 2024 Dear Mayor Vanderwal and Councillors:

Re: File No: RC—24-01, Caivan Properties Unopened Road Allowance Closure Request We acknowledge the Staff Report in the July 16 Agenda and are pleased that letters submitted by the public have been included in the supporting Agenda documentation. We support Council’s decision not to close or allow a licence to cross Road Allowance Portion D so that it preserves public access from a municipal road to Bobs Lake. We are pleased that retaining it also preserves natural heritage and species at risk habitat and hope that can be protected by the Township. We request that Council also choose not to close Road Allowance Portions A, B and C, thereby prioritizing public interest over convenience. The public interest is best served by preserving and protecting natural heritage and species at risk habitat, even incrementally. It is best served by not rewarding, and by discouraging, unlawful transgression on public land and roads. It is best served by finding solutions that accommodate the needs of the Applicant today while protecting the public interest both today and in the future. Alternatives to the Staff recommendation that accomplish those public interest goals while accommodating the access needs of the Applicant are practical and logical in the circumstances: 

Road Allowances A and B should not be closed. A limited access licence can be granted for Campground Lane to cross Road Allowance A specifically at the Applicant’s re-alignment of the Lane. The licence can include a condition that allows it to be revoked should the Applicant in the future disturb any public road allowance abutting its property. Assuming that the Applicant would never do that, the condition will be no burden while protecting against a recurrence of previous events. This solution grants the Applicant their needed access and road frontage, preserves as public land the road allowances that are habitat for species at risk (per the Kilgour EIS), and protects public land from transgression by establishing specific and material repercussions.

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Road Allowance C should not be closed. There is no need or reason to close it other than for the Applicant’s convenience. In contrast, due to its alignment, preserving it as public land will protect more than 100 metres of Bobs Lake shoreline and waterfront habitat, which has been clearly expressed as a primary and present public concern.

Council has the authority to decide these road allowance closures in the public interest as suggested above. Clear precedent from the Ontario Superior Court1, binding upon the Ontario Land Tribunal, confirms that Council can, and should, decide these requests on their specific

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merits and that Council can impose terms and conditions that benefit the public in both the short and long term: 

Council can, and should, consider each application on its own merits and circumstances and is free to refuse or approve in the public interest.

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Prior decisions on road allowance closures, even if none have previously been refused, do not require that an application be granted.

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There is no obligation to close a road allowance because the applicant owns the adjacent lands.

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Prior conduct, including unlawfully building on and using public land, is material.

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The unlawful conduct is a relevant consideration, even more so where, as here, environmental, safety, and planning issues are involved.

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Council has full discretion to impose terms and conditions, or to refuse to sell at all.

Municipal assets, including land, are by nature a public trust and to be used for the benefit of the public. We trust in Council to honour that trust and act in the best interest of the public in deciding these road allowance closure requests. Thank you for your consideration and, in advance, for acting in the best interest of the public. John Loubser, Lackey Lane Colleen Loubser, Lackey Lane Barbara Rupert, Lackey Lane James Rupert, Lackey Lane John Harvey, Lackey Lane Ian Harvey, Lackey Lane Leslie Sands, Lackey Lane Kathryn Mapes, Lackey Lane Barth Mapes, Lackey Lane Sheldon Betts, James Thomas Lane Donald Betts, James Thomas Lane Mary Betts, James Thomas Lane Ian Mann, James Thomas Lane Fred Thomas, James Thomas Lane Linda Thomas, James Thomas Lane Lou Bilkovski, James Thomas Lane Jennifer Bilkovski, James Thomas Lane Harold Yule, James Thomas Lane Nancy Yule, James Thomas Lane Nancy O’Connor, James Thomas Lane Lina Nykorchuk, James Thomas Lane Peter Nykorchuk, James Thomas Lane 1.

Ontario Superior Court Decision: Uukkivi v. Lake of Bays (Township), 2004 CanLII 71891 (ON SC), https://canlii.ca/t/1j226)

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Figure 1: Road allowance closure segments, associated land parcels, and Part 4 of Parcel

Public Meeting under the Planning Act

Applications for Zoning By-law Amendment PL-ZBA-2024-0063 Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Page 10 of 469

7:00 p.m. Council Meeting

Public Meeting Statement • The purpose of this public meeting is to hear comments on Zoning By-Law Amendment Applications PL-ZBA-2024-0063. • If a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions at this public meeting, or make written submissions to South Frontenac Township before any by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so. • If you wish to be notified of the decision of Council in respect to the application, you must submit a written request to the Clerk by email care of planning@southfrontenac.net. This will also entitle you to be advised of an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal.

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• Anyone may appeal the decision to the Ontario Land Tribunal. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk within 20 days of the notice of decision. The notice of appeal must set out the reasons for the appeal and be accompanied by the fee required by the Tribunal.

Meeting Format • Planner reviews proposal and delivers report • Council and public questions and comments • Close public meeting

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PL-ZBA-2024-0063 Property Owner: Rivendell Golf Club Applicant/Agent: Ken Harper Property: 7359 Road 38

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Location

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Neighborhood Zoning

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Proposal • New rural residential lot severance approved on April 15, 2024 • Designation - Rural • Existing Zone – RC-8 • Proposed Zone – RU

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Department and Public Comments • Public Services & Building Services - were circulated on the original consent application and noted no concerns with the application. • Quinte Conservation – circulated on the original consent application and noted no concerns with the application. • Public – none received

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Planning Analysis

• Provincial Policy Statement, County Official Plan and Township Official Plan allow rural lot creation • Director of Development Services granted provisional approval with consideration for the relevant policies • Zone of severed parcel needs to be changed to permit residential development on the parcel • No anticipated impacts or conflicts with surrounding area • The proposal maintains the general intent of the official plan Page 18 of 469

Next Steps • South Frontenac Council should receive comments from the public • Staff recommendation to pass a by-law tonight

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Open Discussion 1. 2. 3. 4.

Applicant/Agent Comments Council Questions Public Questions and Comments Council Comments

If you are joining virtually and would like to speak:

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• Use “Raise Hand” feature at the bottom of your screen. • Dial*9 (star nine) for phone. • Please wait to speak until you hear your name and your microphone has been unmuted.

Notice of Collection • Personal information, as defined by the Municipal Freedom of Information and protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), including (but not limited to names, addresses, opinions and comments, is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, Planning Act and in accordance with MFIPPA. • All personal information may form part of the meeting agendas and minutes, and therefore will be made available to members of the public at the meetings, through requests, and through the website of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac. • Questions regarding the collection, use and disclosure of this personal information may be directed to the Township Clerk. Page 21 of 469

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To:

Council

From:

Development Services Department

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2024-0063, Rivendell (Harper), 7359 Road 38, Portland District

Report Number:

2024-120

Summary This report provides Council with information about Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2024-0063 for a property civically addressed as 7359 Road 38. If approved, the zone on a portion of the subject lands would be changed from Rural Commercial - 8 (RC-8) to Rural (RU). Council will review the proposal and invite public input at the statutory public meeting. Staff are recommending that Council pass a by-law during the Council meeting in which the public meeting is held, per Procedural By-law as Amended by By-law 2023-54, as the planning matter is technical in nature (i.e. it fulfills a condition of consent approval). Recommendation That By-law 2024-54 being a By-law to amend By-law 2003-75, as amended, to rezone lands from Rural Commercial - 8 (RC-8) to Rural (RU) on a portion of lands civically addressed as 7359 Road 38, be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2024-54 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Background The subject application is related to consent application PL-BDJ-2023-0132 for the creation of one new rural residential lot. The consent application was provisionally approved by the Director of Development Services on April 15, 2024. The purpose of the rezoning application is to implement a condition that requires the retained parcel to be rezoned. The current RC-8 zoning is not consistent with the proposed residential use of the severed lot. The rezoning to RU would permit future residential development of the new lot. Under the Planning Act, a public meeting is required to be held to receive comments from the public on the proposed rezoning.

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number: 2024-120

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Application and Supporting Documents The application and supporting documents can be accessed through the Township’s CivicWeb Document Center, https://southfrontenac.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/90083/ Property Description The area of the property subject to the zoning by-law amendment is located on the north side of Miller Road, approximately 450m west of the intersection of Road 38 and Miller Road. The severed lands are a rectangular parcel that is currently a vacant field and part of the property that contains the Rivendell Golf Club. The golf course is north of the severed lands. The retained lands to the west of the severed parcel contain a watercourse. A large rural property is located across the road from the subject lands. Residential properties are located to the east of the property along the northern frontage of Miller Road. Department and Agency Comments Building Services and Public Services were circulated on the original consent application and noted no concerns with the application. Quinte Conservation was circulated on the original consent application and noted no concerns with the application. Public Comments No comments were received from the public at the time of writing this report. Discussion/Analysis The proposed zoning by-law amendment was assessed against the applicable policies of the Provincial Policy Statement 2020, County of Frontenac Official Plan, and Township of South Frontenac Official Plan, as well as the provisions of Zoning By-law No. 2003-75. The Director of Development Services had consideration for these planning documents in the decision to grant provisional approval to the consent application. The Provincial Policy Statement (Section 1.1.5) and the County of Frontenac Official Plan (Section 3.3) permit residential development which is locally appropriate, on rural lands. The County Official Plan and the Township Official Plan also permit residential development in the Rural Designation. The retained parcel from consent application PL-BDJ-2023-0132 is zoned RC-8 and contains the Rivendell Golf Club. A zoning by-law amendment is required to change the zoning of the severed lands to RU since the RC-8 zone only permits a golf course and the severed lot is proposed to be used as a residential property. The area being severed is not part of the golf course and is currently a vacant field. The rezoning and associated severance are not anticipated to have any impact on the golf course or its continued operation. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number: 2024-120

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The severed parcel is in compliance with the land division policies (Section 7.1) of the Township Official Plan. Conclusion It is the opinion of Township Planning Staff that the proposed zoning by-law amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020, in conformity with the Frontenac County Official Plan and Township of South Frontenac Official Plan and represents good planning for the subject lands. Staff recommend that Council pass a by-law during the Council meeting in which the public meeting is held, as the planning matter is technical in nature. Specifically, the Director of Development Services had consideration for all applicable policy in the decision to grant provisional approval to the consent application, and the by-law will fulfill one of their conditions. Financial Implications Not applicable. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillars: Choose an item. Action Item (If Applicable): N/A

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation Notice of the Statutory Public Meeting was given pursuant to the requirements of the Planning Act, 20 days in advance of the Public Meeting. This included notice given: • • •

by mail to every owner of land within 120 metres of the subject lands by posting notice signs on the subject lands by e-mail to prescribed persons and public bodies

Attachments Exhibit A – By-law 2024-54 www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number: 2024-120

Approvals Prepared By: Tom Fehr, Planner Submitted By:

Brad Wright, RPP, MCIP, AICP, Director of Development Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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Page 26 of 469 Township of South Frontenac By-Law Number 2024-54 Page 1 of 2 By-Law Number 2024-54 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 2003-75, AS AMENDED, TO REZONE LANDS FROM RURAL COMMERCIAL - 8 (RC-8) TO RURAL (RU) ON A PORTION OF LANDS DESCRIBED AS 7359 ROAD 38, CON 13 E PART LOT 9 E PART LOT 10, 13R2206 PART 1 RW, 13R2206 PART 2, 13R2637 PART 1, 13R7748 PARTS 1-8, DISTRICT OF PORTLAND: RIVENDELL GOLF CLUB Whereas pursuant to the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990 as amended, the Council of a Municipality may enact by-laws regulating the use of land and the erection, location and use of buildings and structures thereon; Whereas By-law 2003-75 being the Zoning By-law regulates the use of land and the erection, location and use of buildings and structures within the Township of South Frontenac; Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac considered all written and oral submissions received on this application, the effect of which helped Council make an informed decision; And that there be no further notice pursuant to Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act; Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

THAT Schedule “A” to Zoning By-law Number 2003-75 as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zoning from Rural Commercial - 8 (RC-8) to Rural (RU) for the lands shown on Schedule “1”.
THIS BY-LAW shall come into force in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1990, as amended, either upon the date of passage or as otherwise provided by said Section 34. Given First and Second Readings: Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Given Third Reading and Passed: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

James Thompson, Clerk

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

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Township of South Frontenac Council Meeting Minutes

Meeting #13 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Council Chambers/Virtual Via Zoom Present: Ray Leonard, Doug Morey, Steve Pegrum, Norm Roberts, Randy Ruttan, Ron Sleeth, Scott Trueman, Adam Turcotte, Mayor Ron Vandewal Staff: Louise Fragnito - Chief Administrative Officer, James Thompson - Clerk, Michelle Hannah - Deputy Clerk, Brad Wright - Director of Development Services, Kyle Bolton Director of Public Services, Delbert Blakney - Director of Fire and Emergency Services, Arundhati Mohile - Director of Corporate Services, Christine Woods - Senior Planner

Call to Order

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:13:01 Moved by Councillor Pegrum Seconded by Councillor Trueman That the Council meeting of June 18, 2024 be called to order at 7:00 p.m. Carried

2 a)

Declaration of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof Councillor Morey declared a pecuniary interest regarding Agenda item # 13A, Purchase of Land Reports as was the former property owner.

Approval of Agenda and Addendum

Resolution to Approve Addendum Resolution No. 2024:13:02 Moved by Deputy Mayor Leonard Seconded by Councillor Sleeth That the agenda be amended to include the addendum. Carried

Resolution to Approve Agenda as Amended Resolution No. 2024:13:03 Moved by Councillor Roberts Seconded by Councillor Morey That the agenda as amended, be approved. Carried

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Scheduled Closed Session There was none.

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Recess There was none.

Public Meeting

Resolution - Public Meeting to Order Resolution No. 2024:13:04 Moved by Councillor Turcotte Seconded by Councillor Ruttan That the Public Meeting regarding Zoning Bylaw Amendment PL-ZBA-2024-0028 be called to order. Carried

Notice of Collection The Deputy Clerk provided an overview of the Notice of Collection and Public Meeting Statement.

Public Meeting for Township-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendments (Administrative Errors, Penalties, Holding Symbols) Christine Woods, Senior Planner provided an overview of the Public Meeting Presentation. Mayor Vandewal provided an opportunity for Council and the Public to speak. There were no comments or questions from Council or members of the public.

Resolution - Close Public Meeting Resolution No. 2024:13:05 Moved by Councillor Sleeth Seconded by Deputy Mayor Leonard That the Public Meeting be closed. Carried

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Delegations There were none.

Briefings

Adam Fisher from Watson & Associates Economists LTD. was present to speak to Council regarding the Population, Household & Employment Forecast.

Chris Carrier from Fire Marque was present to speak to Council regarding the Indemnification Technology Program.

Approval of Minutes

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:13:06 Moved by Councillor Trueman Seconded by Councillor Pegrum That the Minutes of the June 4, 2024 Council meeting be approved. Carried

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Reports Requiring Action

RC-24-03 (Rahmel) Request to close and purchase an unopened road allowance Resolution No. 2024:13:07 Moved by Councillor Morey Seconded by Councillor Roberts That Councl direct staff to proceed with the process of closing, selling and transferring the unopened road allowance between Concession 6 and Concession 7, Storrington/Pittsburgh. Carried

Community Grants Resolution No. 2024:13:08 Moved by Councillor Turcotte Seconded by Councillor Ruttan That Council approve one Community Grant application for sponsorship funds $2,500 to Wintergreen Studios. Carried

OMERS Enrolment of VFF Resolution No. 2024:13:09 Moved by Councillor Pegrum Seconded by Councillor Ruttan That Council approve the amended South Frontenac Fire & Rescue (SFFR) compensation schedule itemized as Table 1 of Report Number 2024-103 to take effect as of June 19, 2024. Carried

Proposed amendments to the Planning Fees Schedule Resolution No. 2024:13:10 Moved by Councillor Trueman Seconded by Councillor Turcotte That Council approve the updated Planning Fees for 2024, attached as “Exhibit A” in principle; and That Council direct staff to provide notice in order for Council to hold a public meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in accordance with By-law 2016-73, regarding the proposed amendments to the Planning Fees Schedule. Carried

e) Resolution No. 2024:13:11 Moved by Deputy Mayor Leonard Seconded by Councillor Morey That Council authorize the Clerk and Mayor to sign off on grant agreements for the FCM planning grant and the CMHC seed grant. Carried f)

Appointment of Poundkeeper and Livestock Valuer Resolution No. 2024:13:12

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Page 31 of 469 Minutes of Council June, 18, 2024 Moved by Councillor Sleeth Seconded by Deputy Mayor Leonard That Joe Redden be reappointed as Poundkeeper and Livestock Valuer for the Township of Sputh frontenac to undertake the duties as outlined in the Pounds Act and Ontario Wildlife Damage Compentation Program for a term ending December 31, 2026. Carried 11 a)

Advisory Committee Reports or Minutes There were none.

Reports Requiring Approval of By-laws

Update to By-law 2013-66 regarding Fire Response Cost Recovery Resolution No. 2024:13:13 Moved by Councillor Sleeth Seconded by Councillor Roberts That By-law 2024-46 being a By-law to amend By-Law 2013-66, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:13:14 Moved by Councillor Ruttan Seconded by Councillor Turcotte That By-law 2024-46 be given third reading, signed, and sealed. Carried

Appointment of Building Inspector Resolution No. 2024:13:15 Moved by Councillor Pegrum Seconded by Councillor Trueman That By-law 2024-47 being a By-law to appoint a Building Inspector be approved by Council, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:13:16 Moved by Councillor Morey Seconded by Councillor Roberts That By-law 2024-47 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Carried

Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2024-0036, Marten and Jessica Anders, 3514 Buck Point Lane Resolution No. 2024:13:17 Moved by Deputy Mayor Leonard Seconded by Councillor Sleeth That By-law 2024-48 being a By-law to amend the zoning on lands known as 3514 Buck Point Lane, Plan 1597 PT BLK A, Plan 13R12673 Part 3, District of Storrington, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:13:18 Moved by Councillor Ruttan Seconded by Councillor Pegrum That By-law 2024-48 be given third reading, signed and sealed.

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Page 32 of 469 Minutes of Council June, 18, 2024 Carried d)

Township-Initiated Zoning By-law Amendments (Administrative Errors, Penalties, Holding Symbols) Resolution No. 2024:13:19 Moved by Councillor Turcotte Seconded by Councillor Trueman That By-law 2024-49 being a By-law to amend By-law 2003-075, as amended, to undertake Township-initiated general amendments to add provisions about correcting administrative errors, to add penalties for contravening the zoning bylaw, to amend Schedule I regarding additional dwelling units, to add a section for site-specific holding symbols, and to place a holding symbol on a private property to address archaeology matters, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:13:20 Moved by Councillor Ruttan Seconded by Councillor Roberts That By-law 2024-49 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Carried

Reports for Information

Purchase of Land Reporting

Growth Analysis Study, 2021 to 2051

Bill 185, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024

Committee of the Whole

There was none.

Tabling of Documents

Correspondence received from Rideau Valley Conservation Authority.

Communications

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There was none. Notice of Motions There were none. Rise and Report regarding County Council and External Boards There were none. Announcements/Statements by Councillors Mayor Vandewal reminded members of Council that there is a Special Meeting of Council for a Public Meeting regarding the Development Charges By-Law on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

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Closed Session (if requested) There was none.

Confirmatory By-law

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:13:21 Moved by Deputy Mayor Leonard Seconded by Councillor Ruttan That By-Law 2024-50, being a By-law to confirm generally all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Township of South Frontenac, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:13:22 Moved by Councillor Morey Seconded by Councillor Treuman That By-Law 2024-50 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Carried

Adjournment

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:13:23 Moved by Councillor Turcotte Seconded by Councillor Pegrum That the Council meeting of June 18, 2024 adjourn at 8:25 p.m. Carried

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

James Thompson, Clerk

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Township of South Frontenac Council Meeting Minutes

Meeting # 14 Time:7:00 p.m. Location: Town Hall / Virtually via Zoom Present: Ray Leonard, Doug Morey, Steve Pegrum, Norm Roberts, Randy Ruttan (virtually), Ron Sleeth, Scott Trueman, Adam Turcotte, Mayor Ron Vandewal Absent: Doug Morey & Steve Pegrum Staff: Louise Fragnito - Chief Administrative Officer, James Thompson - Clerk, Michelle Hannah - Deputy Clerk, Brad Wright - Director of Development Services, Arundhati Mohile - Director of Corporate Services

Call to Order

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:14:01 Moved by Councillor Sleeth Seconded by Deputy Mayor Leonard That the Special Council meeting of June 20, 2024 be called to order at 7:00 p.m. Carried

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Declaration of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof There was none declared.

Approval of Agenda and Addendum

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:14:02 Moved by Councillor Trueman Seconded by Councillor Roberts That the agenda be approved, as presented. Carried

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Public Meeting

Resolution - Public Meeting to Order

Page 35 of 469 Minutes of Council June, 20, 2024 Resolution No. 2024:14:03 Moved by Councillor Sleeth Seconded by Councillor Turcotte That the Public Meeting under the Development Charges Act, be called to order. Carried b)

Notice of Collection The Deputy Clerk provided an overview of the Notice of Collection and the Public Meeting Introduction.

Public Meeting: Pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, a public meeting was held to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study. Nancy Neale, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. provided an overview of the findings of the Development Charges Background Study. Nancy Neale advised Council that the amended documents included in the agenda account for changes to legislation stemming from Bill 185. She clarified that the Township has met all notice requirements outlined in the Act. She spoke further to the purpose of the public meeting. In response to a question from Councillor Sleeth, Nancy Neale provided additional background information regarding the discretionary ability of a municipality to alter the development charges of a particular commercial or industrial class. She further clarified that any adjustments would apply to all properties within the specific class. Louise Fragnito offered additional background regarding this matter. Councillor Trueman requested clarification regarding the definition of low, medium and high density as outlined in the proposed Development Charges By-law. Nancy Neale provided further explanation regarding density in relation to the proposed Development Charges By-law. Councillor Ruttan inquired about the definition of affordable housing. Nancy Neal provided a description of affordable in accordance with the Development Charges Act definition. In response to a question from Councillor Roberts, Nancy Neale explained that Development Charges are calculated by class rather than square footage. In response to a question from Councillor Trueman, Nancy Neale provided further information regarding the proposed Development Charges in relation to the Development Charges implemented by nearby comparable municipalities. Mayor Vandewal asked if the Township is required to implement the findings of the study. Nancy Neal explained that the Municipality must pass a new Development Charges By-law before the current Development Charges By-law expires if Council wishes to keep collecting Development Charges. She also clarified that Council can pass a By-law which collects a lesser fee, but it cannot implement charges greater than what the study findings suggests. Mayor Vandewal noted that the Development Charges Background Study suggests that approximately 113 new lots / homes will be required over the next 10 years. He inquired if the new draft Official Plan will permit this level development to happen. Brad Wright advised that the historical average with severance and subdivision approvals is about 90 per year. Additional dwelling

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Page 36 of 469 Minutes of Council June, 20, 2024 units and population growth directed to settlement areas through the new Official Plan will help achieve the numbers shown in the studies. Mayor Vandewal noted that all studies show we need major intensification. In response to comments and questions from several members of Council regarding the draft Official Plan, Nancy Neale stated that the Development Charges Background study is set up in a way that if growth occurs, the Development Charges will offset some costs of growth. She further explained that if growth does not occur there will not be a need for increased servicing. Councillor Turcotte inquired if a municipality was trying to increase their population, what would that look like in terms of recommended Development Charges, Nancy Neale advised that every municipality has the right through the Act to impose Development Charges, they can impose the whole amount as directed by the study, or they can impose less than recommended by the study. She clarified that a municipality cannot implement Development Charges that are greater than the figures outlined in the study. Mayor Vandewal shared that it is his opinion that Development Charges should be charged, as it is money the Township can use to put towards the services offered that would otherwise be funded by all taxpayers. He was of the opinion that growth should pay for the servicing needs of growth. The Mayor afforded members of the public to provide comment. Members of the public did not provide comment. d)

Resolution - Close Public Meeting Resolution No. 2024:14:04 Moved by Councillor Turcotte Seconded by Councillor Roberts That the Public Meeting be closed. Carried

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Delegations There were none. Briefings There were none. Approval of Minutes There were none. Reports Requiring Action There were none. Advisory Committee Reports or Minutes There were none. Reports Requiring Approval of By-laws

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There were none. Reports for Information There were none. Committee of the Whole There was none. Tabling of Documents There were none. Communications There was none. Notice of Motions There were none. Announcements/Statements by Councillors There were none. Closed Session (if requested) There was none.

Confirmatory By-law

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:14:05 Moved by Councillor Trueman Seconded by Councillor Sleeth That By-Law 2024-51, being a By-law to confirm generally all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Township of South Frontenac, be given first and second reading. Carried Resolution No. 2024:14:06 Moved by Deputy Mayor Leonard Seconded by Councillor Turcotte That By-Law 2024-51 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Carried

Adjournment

Resolution Resolution No. 2024:14:07

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Page 38 of 469 Minutes of Council June, 20, 2024 Moved by Councillor Roberts Seconded by Councillor Trueman That the Council meeting of June 20, 2024 adjourn at 8:22 p.m. Carried

Ron Vandewal, Mayor James Thompson, Clerk South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community

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To:

Council

From:

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Verona Housing – Environmental Impact Study

Report Number:

2024-131

Summary This report seeks Council approval for the award of the Environmental Impact Study contract in relation to the Verona Housing project. Recommendation That Council approve the award of Environmental Impact Study contract to Cambium Inc. for a total amount of $42,000 including non-rebatable HST. Background As we continue to work through the servicing study phases, staff are also currently taking other steps to continue to move the project forward. One of steps that is recommended at this stage ,and required for the project, which will support both the servicing of the site as well as future steps for the design of the site is an Environmental Impact Study. Discussion/Analysis A preliminary Desktop review of the Natural Heritage screening was already performed by Cambium as a subtrade from J.L. Richards under the Township Servicing Study. Cambium already has a good understanding of the Verona project and is Vendor of Record for the Township. For this reason, they were contacted to provide a quote to undertake the Environmental Impact Study. Using the results of their desktop review, Cambium identified mapped natural heritage and hydrologic features such as unevaluated wetlands, Verona and Vanluven Lakes, fish habitat along with being a candidate for significant wetland habitat. The Study will address and identify prohibited activities imposed under Ontario Regulation 41/24 and the Conservation Authorities Act. It will also review any constraints by features subject to the natural heritage policies under the Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS) and any requirements for the future phase of the servicing study.

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number – 2024-065

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The Study will be undertaken in two phases in 2024 and 2025 to comply with various seasonal restrictions of the natural features and habitats. The total quoted cost of the work is in the amount of $42,000 (including non-rebatable HST) Staff are recommending the award of this project to Cambium Inc. Financial Implications This contract will be funded through existing budget dollars under project 22-06 for project design and management in the amount of $175,000 along with grants received through FCM and CMHC. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillar: Choose an item.

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. Attachment None Approvals Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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To:

Council

From:

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Communal Services Support - EORN

Report Number:

2024-127

Summary This report seeks support from Council for the CAO to issue a letter of support to the EORN and 2B Developments for their Localizing Communal Servicing Project CMHC Housing Supply Challenge which looks at the adoption of communal servicing to support housing demands. Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Council of the Township of South Frontenac offer its supports for EORN and 2B Developments (Rural Impact), Localizing Communal Servicing Project CMHC Housing Supply Challenge; And Further That the Chief Administrative Officer, on behalf of the Township of South Frontenac, be authorized to issue a letter of support. Background On June 27th, EORN reached out the EOWC partner municipalities on behalf of both EORN and 2B Developments regarding their joint initiative supported by Stage 1 funding from the CMHC’s Housing Supply Challenge. The Housing Supply Challenge aims at increasing the adoption of transformative, system-level solutions that enable the quicker delivery of both community and market housing, with an emphasis on removing and reducing barriers to housing. This joint initiative aims to support the introduction and localization of communal servicing at the municipal level, with a particular focus on supporting Frontenac’s creation of its Municipal Services Corporation (FMSC). Discussion/Analysis As EORN and 2B Developments proceed to the next stage of the Housing Supply Challenge, it is important for them to demonstrate interest and gather support for communal servicing. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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EORN and 2B Developments are requesting all EOWC members assistance in endorsing this initiative by each county and their lower tiers in providing a letter of support/interest in the adoption of communal servicing to both unlock housing and land. Providing this letter of support will greatly contribute to EORN’s application for Stage 2 funding from CMHC’s Housing Supply Challenge as well as the adoption of communal decentralized water and wastewater management solutions. Further, EORN has requested that letters of support be provided back to them no later than July 26, 2024 to ensure they are included in the Stage 2 application package. Financial Implications None Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillar: Sustainable Long-Term Prosperity

Climate Considerations ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Approvals Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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To:

Council

From:

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Verona Housing – Municipal Service Corporation Creation

Report Number:

2024-130

Summary This report seeks Council approval for the award of contracted services support for the creation of a Municipal Service Corporation in relation to the Verona Housing project under the Rural Impact Initiative. Recommendation That Council approve the award of the contracted services support for the creation of a Municipal Service Corporation for the Verona Housing to the Rural Impact Initiative. Background As we continue to work through the servicing study phases, staff are also currently taking other steps to continue to move the project forward. One of steps that is recommended is the creation of a Municipal Service Corporation for the project. Discussion/Analysis It is recommended that a separate Municipal Service Corporation be created for the Verona Housing project. Some of the main reasons include: • •

creating an autonomous body that will oversee the Verona Housing project and possible other housing projects in the future in South Frontenac. It also provides for the segregation of the impact of debt on the Township so that the housing does not impact the Township’s long term borrowing capacity or be tied to repayment requirements for the housing.

One of the most recent Municipal Service Corporation that was created in the area is the Frontenac Municipal Service Corporation (FMSC) which was created to ultimately be a Frontenac region utility that oversees and manages communal services and provides an opportunity for developers to have reduced upfront costs while minimizing overall risk.

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number – 2024-065

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Through the creation of the FMSC and promotion of communal services, the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) took an active role in becoming a champion to support and promote the structure that has been established and providing guidance and financial support to create a Municipal Service Corporation (MSC) including existing templates and the roadmap of the requirements in establishing the Municipal Service Corporation. In collaboration with 2B Developments, EORN has created the Rural Impact Initiative to reduce and eliminate the barriers to create more housing and economic growth in rural and small municipalities. Their programs provide step-by-step guides, supporting resources and tools to enable municipalities to incorporate proven solutions through an MSC. The programs offered through this initiative have been recognized by CMHC as innovative solutions through the Housing Supply Challenge and have received funding from CMHC to support Eastern Ontario Municipalities. In discussion with the consultant, the Verona project is eligible for this Initiative and would provide the support for the creation of the MSC as identified under Attachment A – Rural Impact Initiative Proposal. Further information will be provided to Council on next steps and key decision points through a future Council report. Financial Implications None Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillar: Municipal Service Excellence

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. Attachment Attachment A – Rural Impact Initiative Proposal. Approvals Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Township of South Frontenac Proposal July 10th 2024

www.ruralimpactcanada.org

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To Louise Fragnito The Rural Impact is pleased to present this proposal to the Township of South Frontenac for our Municipal Services Corporation Program. Our Municipal Service Corporation Program is one of two programs that Rural Impact has created as part of our innovative solution submitted to CMHC’s Housing Supply Challenge. Our programs are designed to help small and rural municipalities eﬃciently create a Municipal Service Corporation (MSC) and address speciﬁc infrastructure challenges and barriers that impact housing such as wastewater and water servicing infrastructure.

We look forward to hearing from you and are excited about the opportunity to work with the Township of South Frontenac.

Lindsay Blair Rural Impact

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About Rural Impact Rural Impact is an Initiative created by 2B Developments (2B) and the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) to reduce and eliminate barriers to create more housing and economic growth in rural and small municipalities. Our Programs, which are step-by-step guides with supporting resources and tools, enables municipalities to incorporate proven solutions through an MSC that support dense and diverse development. In addition to the direct impact our Programs have on housing, our Programs position rural and small municipalities to explore other opportunities and revenues that indirectly support more dense and diverse development. Our Programs can be taken independently or our team can provide beginning-to-end Project Management and Implementation support. The “Municipal Service Corporation Program” and the “Communal Municipal Utility Program” have been recognized as an innovative solution by CMHC through the Housing Supply Challenge. Our innovation has received $1 million through the Housing Supply Challenge and our team is working towards our submission for Stage 2. Our ﬁrmly believe that our Programs will enable small and rural municipalities to reduce and eliminate barriers that impact the development of housing, and this is supported by pilot projects that we have commenced. Our Communal Municipal Utility Program directly addresses one of the common barriers that rural and small municipalities face, wastewater and water servicing infrastructure. Our team is continuing to develop narrowly focused Programs such as the Communal Municipal Utility Program that will tackle speciﬁc barriers and challenges that will further range from roads and housing infrastructure. Our Programs will led to changing unserviced and low density land with dense and diverse development opportunities.

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About Our Team 2B Developments (“2B”) has been providing project management, development consulting, and other related development services since 2018. 2B has over 15 years of collective experience, worked on a range of projects and initiatives, and has a proven record of taking residential developments and projects from A to Z. Moreover, 2B was founded in Perth Ontario and primarily works in Eastern Ontario serving small and rural communities, and understands the unique differences and challenges that rural and smaller communities have. Our clients include municipalities, housing providers, co-ops, non-proﬁts, and developers who all have the same goal - to build more housing units. 2B has helped secure multiple pre construction grants for their clients and capital construction grants and funding through different streams to help make projects become a reality. The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (“EORN”) is a registered non-proﬁt organization with over 12 years of experience supporting municipalities through large-scale private-public partnership projects. While our historic focus has been on broadband and cellular services, our expertise transcends the telecommunications sector. We possess the capability to amalgamate diverse expertise required to deliver solutions while aligning with the unique needs of municipalities and their residents.

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Proposal The Township of South Frontenac has undertaken necessary work to complete a growth analysis forecast study. This study has provided a forecast of the population and housing needs for South Frontenac between the years 2021 and 2051. As a result of this study, South Frontenac has the data that demonstrates that more housing is needed to be developed to support the needs of their municipality. Based on our preliminary discussions, South Frontenac is positioned to be a key stakeholder in the development of this required housing. South Frontenac has already taken steps to start acquiring for the purpose of residential rental housing that it will develop and hold. However, South Frontenac is seeking options for the ownership structure of these future developments and is looking for ways that these investments can be leveraged for future investments. The Municipal Service Corporation Program (the “Program”) that Rural Impact has designed is suited to help guide South Frontenac through the preliminary phases of creating an MSC ( Module 1) and then executing those steps ( Module 2). Our step-by-step program will guide South Frontenac through these steps eﬃciently which will save on time and cost. Our Program will provide South Frontenac with a clear map of the required and recommended steps, which will ensure that the creation of the MSC captures all of South Frontenacs goals and objectives. The anticipated timeline for completing Module 1 and Module 2, and completing the creation of an MSC can be achieved over the course of 12 months ( or less) working with our team and taking our Program. If this proposal is accepted, our team proposes to start Module 1 in the fall of 2024. The costs of this proposal for Module 1 is $0.00. Rural Impact is still reﬁning the modules which will continue to December of 2024.

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Disclaimer The Program has been created with funding that our team received through Stage 1 of the Housing Supply Challenge by CMHC. Our team is working on our Stage 2 submission for the Challenge and if this proposal is accepted, it will be reported to CMHC that we are working with South Frontenac on Module 1 of our Program.

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To:

Council

From:

Office of the Clerk

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Unopened Road Allowance Closure Request – RC-24-01 (Caivan Properties Holding Corporation)

Report Number:

2024-118

Summary The purpose of this Report is to provide background information necessary to give consideration to approve in principal the closing of the unopened road allowances prior to the lands being surveyed. Recommendation That Council agree, in principle, to stopping up, closing and selling three portions of unopened road allowance identified as Road Allowance A, Road Allowance B and Road Allowance C on the Location Map attached as Exhibit A to Report 2024-118, with the understanding that a by-law relating to the above will be brought back to Council to be approved upon the applicant producing an acceptable survey of the lands. Background The Municipal Act allows Council to consider the stopping up, closing and transferring of lands that are surplus to the needs of the municipality. The Township Notice By-Law, 2016-73 prescribes the manner in which notice is provided for applications requesting to stop up, close and transfer an unopened road allowance. It has been the general practice of Council to not close and transfer unopened road allowances that lead directly from a public road to a body of water. In January, 2024 Staff received an application requesting to close and transfer four portions of unopened road allowance near Burridge Road and Campground Lane. An initial Report regarding this matter was brought before Council on February 6, 2024. Following consideration of the Report, Council directed staff to continue to move forward with the process. As such a public meeting regarding the application was held on April 9, 2024 . Discussion/Analysis Staff have reviewed the proposed unopened road allowance closure and transfer application, as well as the correspondence received from members of the public. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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As outlined in the two previous staff reports, Road Allowance D as shown on the Location Map attached to this report as Exhibit “A”, will not be closed and transferred, it will remain under the ownership of the municipality, as outlined in the following resolution approved by Council on February 6, 2024 which reads as follows: “That Council direct staff to administer the process of closing the unopened road allowances identified as PIN 36239-0604, identified on attachment 1 as Road Allowance A, PIN 36239-0606 identified on attachment 1 as Road Allowance Portion B, and PIN 36239-0619 identified on attachment 1 as Road Allowance Portion C in conjunction with the associated Zoning By-law Amendment Application; and That Council direct staff to not proceed with the process of closing the unopened road allowance with PIN 36239-0461 identified on attachment 1 as Road Allowance Portion D.” Subsequent to the February 7, 2024 Council meeting, the Township Solicitor advised that the consideration of the unopened road allowance closure application should be completed prior to further examination of the Zoning By-law application related to the properties in question. With respect to Road Allowance A, Road Allowance B and Road Allowance C as shown on the Location Map attached to the Report as Exhibit A. It is recommended that Council close and transfer the aforementioned portions of unopened road allowance to the abutting lands. Exhibit B offers three maps that further outlines the proposed merging of the parcels should the unopened road allowances be purchased and transferred to the applicant. The merging of the parcels will be a requirement in the by-law and would be completed by the Township Solicitor should Council approve the request. The parcels will be further defined by the survey. To provide clarity, should the proposed process be completed, moving forward there will be two parcels of land instead of the existing four parcels of land. The following information is intended to provide additional explanation regarding Exhibit B of the Report. Map Number 1 of Exhibit B outlines how Road Allowance A and Road Allowance B would be merged with the parcels shown as 162 Campground Lane and the vacant parcel of land along Burridge Road. Map Number 2 of Exhibit B demonstrates how Road Allowance C would be merged with the parcels shown as 304 Campground Lane and the small parcel to the north of the road allowance shown as vacant land on Campground Lane. While the size of parcel c will be determined via the survey, it is reasonable to assume that this portion of the road allowance does not represent a significant access to Bobs Lake. As previously indicated, public access to Bobs Lake will remain via the terminus of Parcel D. Map Number 3 of Exhibit B offers a complete view of the proposed two parcels outlined in red. The map demonstrates that the two parcels are still split by Road Allowance D which will not be sold and transferred. As outlined above, Parcel D will continue to provide public access to Bobs Lake. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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During the public consultation process several concerns from members of the public were received both in writing and verbally during the public meeting. A compilation of the written comments is attached to the Report as Exhibit “C”. In general, the concerns raised were mainly related to the realignment of Campground Lane, the proposed Zoning By-law amendment application of the property located at 162 Campground Lane and the impacts closing the unopened road allowance may have on the wildlife habitat and Bobs Lake. With respect to reconfiguration of Campground Lane it is worthy to note that the applicant and their agents are working with staff to ensure that any permits and work required regarding this matter will be completed as necessary. These processes are completely separate from this application and administered through different departments. Another concern that was raised was related to the size of the redevelopment proposal as outlined in the Zoning By-law amendment application PL-ZBA-2023. This concern is not directly related to the unopened road allowance closure application. This concern will be further considered through the Zoning By-law amendment application review process. The following information is intended to provide additional clarification regarding the intent and proposed outcome of the application. To provide further clarification, the property shown as 162 Campground Lane on the mapping attached to Report as Exhibit A is currently developed, therefore, it is the intent of the applicant to purchase the road allowance and merge the two properties regardless of the outcome of the Zoning By-law amendment application to facilitate road frontage for the property and address the lane traversing over the unopened road allowance as a permanent solution. With respect to 304 Campground Lane, there is currently no proposal to develop the lands. The closure of Unopened Road Allowance C allows the small parcel of land to the north of Road Allowance C, the road allowance and 304 Campground Lane to merge. Staff recommend that the closure and sale of the unopened road allowances A, B and C be approved to facilitate the merging of the properties to allow for a more permanent solution rather than a licence agreement to use the unopened road allowances where Campground Lane crosses as Licence Agreements expire with any transfers of ownership. Public Services staff has provided feedback related to the potential closure of Road Allowance A and have noted that given the proximity of Burridge Road to unopened Road Allowance A, it is highly unlikely that this unopened road allowance would be opened, and a new road be constructed. Additionally, it is inherent to note that Road Allowance A does not directly lead from a Township Road to a waterbody, Road Allowance A ends at the shared road allowance that runs between South Frontenac and the Township of Tay Valley. Road Allowance A is a separate entity from the shared unopened road allowance between the two townships. Typically, when processing an unopened road allowance closure application, staff do not seek in principle approval from Council, however, due to the complexity of the situation, staff believe that it is important to have a decision in place before the next step of the applicant incurring costs of a survey. Should Council offer their support in principle of this www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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application, staff will advise the applicant to move forward with a survey. Once the survey is completed staff will bring back a by-law to Council for a formal final approval. As previously outlined in the Report, the unopened road allowance closure application should be reviewed as a separate process from the Zoning By-law amendment application process as the two processes do not directly influence the outcome of either process. Financial Implications The applicant has submitted the deposit for legal fees and it will be their responsibility to engage the services of an Ontario Land Surveyor to survey the unopened road allowances to the satisfaction of staff. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillar: Choose an item. Action Item (If Applicable): Insert Text

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation Public Services Staff Development Services Staff Attachments Exhibit A – Location Map Exhibit B – Mapping outlining the proposed merged parcels Exhibit C – Compilation of correspondence received Approvals Prepared By: Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk Submitted By:

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number – 2024-118

James Thompson, Clerk Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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Road Allowance “A” Road Allowance “B” Road Allowance “C” Road Allowance “D”

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4 April, 2024 To:

Ron Vandewal, Mayor, Members of Council, Tom Fehr, Planner Kate Kaestner, Planning Assistant, Township of South Frontenac, Ontario

From:

John Harvey

Re: File No: RC-24-01 Proposed road allowance closures concerning 162 Campground Lane Hello all, With RC-24-01 the applicant, Caivan Properties, is seeking the permanent closure and transfer of four segments of existing road allowances, identified as portions A, B, C, and D in the application. As I understand the present position, township staff is proceeding with the process to stop up, close, and transfer ownership of portions A, B, and C; but not release portion D. Preserving portion D is a wise decision, as it provides access from Burridge Road to the waterfront. And it lies outside of the redevelopment area being proposed in PLZBA-2023-0135. Recognize that portion C also lies outside the proposed redevelopment area. It is essentially just a branch off of portion D that protects more of the waterfront. Given that there is no proposal in play to develop that small segment of waterfront, and given that the tiny island offshore there has been a loon nesting platform since the lake was created, it makes sense for the township to retain control of that portion. Portions A and B deserve careful attention. In the course of upgrading and re-aligning Campground Lane (2022, 2023) the applicant has violated at least two bylaws and one court order. Specifically: cutting a roadway across a township road allowance; cutting an unauthorized intersection onto a township road; building within 30 meters of waterfront; and building within 60 meters of the northern boundary of the property. Now, in 2024, they are seeking permission to do what is already done. The municipal authority needs to retain some degree of control. To that end, I strongly recommend that TSF does not relinquish control of portions A and B. Instead, offer a revocable right-of-way. That would conditionally and temporarily accept the new illegal alignment of Campground Lane. The conditions should be strict, clear, and enforceable. No more violations of by-laws. No more unapproved construction. You may think that I am being harsh. But consider: the applicant has already given strong signals about their lack of respect for laws, their lack of respect for municipal authorities, their disdain for their neighbours. By accepting any part of RC-24-01, the township rewards that behaviour. And encourages the next cycle of violations. This is the first stage of a much more extensive program. Think very carefully. Submitted with respect, John Harvey

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Dr Katherine Bron Property Owner: 368 Dewi2 Rd, Concession 8 PT Lots 27-30 8 Feb 2024 Council of South Frontenac Township 4432 George St Sydenham, Ontario K0H 2T0 RE: Zoning By-Law Amendment Applica8on #PLZBA20230135 & Related Road Allowance Closures (Caivan Proper8es Holding for 162 Campground Lane) Dear Council Members & Staﬀ, I refer to your leJer of 11 January, 2024 and Public MeeNng of 6 February, 2024 regarding the above applicaNon. Thank you for the opportunity to express my concerns on this maJer. I share concerns with many other lake residents regarding the size of this proposed development, the change of character of the lake community that this development would cause, the signiﬁcant ecological detriments, water & road traﬃc issues, and polluNon concerns (water, noise, light, & air). I am disappointed that noNﬁcaNon of this proposed development was not more widely made, as it could greatly aﬀect all residents & landowners of Long Bay, as well as residents and farms along Burridge and Ritchie Side Roads. I respec[ully request that a larger townhall meeNng be deferred unNl summer, when more interested parNes (dominantly seasonal residents) can be reasonably informed and have reasonable Nme to review this proposal. Given that many nearby landowners are seasonal residents, a community noNﬁcaNon process in the middle of winter seems unfair. Given the potenNal scale and impact of this development, much more review is surely warranted. I am also disappointed with the lack of transparency in the leJer from council, which doesn’t specify the potenNal capacity of the conference centre and omits other perNnent details. I’ve broadly grouped my comments to outline my concerns below, although they are interrelated.

Proposed plan – lack of clarity I ask the council to please clarify the following for public consultaNon: 1.1 Your leJer does not specify what the desired zone changes are, and what new allowances/potenNal developments such a zone change could imply. 1.2 Referring to the Master Plan map document: where are items 13 & 14 on this map, such that the scale of future intenNons may be reviewed?

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1.3 What is the intended use of the “lodge”? There is only one menNon of the 743person capacity of lodge+cabins not including up to 50 staﬀ members (in the CGH traﬃc report), which implies the actual aJendance will be far greater here than is transparent. Equally, 338 parking stalls speaks to much greater crowds than the 14 bedrooms of the hotel & cabins! The intenNon for large crowd funcNons and recreaNonal use appears to have been downplayed. 1.4 What is the intended waterfront usage & development plan for the resort? The “Enlarged Site Plan” shows no indicaNon of shoreline development beyond 2 refurbished sheds at dock & beach, however a 378m setback of a “Marine Facility” is noted, and the Zanderplan report documents a request for a “Marina” and “Marine Facility”. What is the intended amount of docking space for guests and public access to the facility? Why is this not disclosed? 1.5 What is the proposed recreaNonal usage plan for all of these potenNal guests? The “Master Plan” indicates a large “Snowmobile Parking” area: is there an intenNon for all-season oﬀ-road vehicle recreaNon? Will mulNpurpose trail networks be carved out for all-season recreaNonal purposes such as ATV traﬃc & other motorized sports? 1.6 What is the jusNﬁcaNon for building within the 30m setback limits for a rezoned commercial resort development (that should require 50m setbacks), especially when replacements of all derelict buildings are intended to substanNally mulNply their footprints and all would require sepNc systems? Did the original coJages within 30m setbacks at the children’s camp have sepNc systems, or did they uNlize separate outhouses? 1.7 Throughout most available documents is the misleading asserNon that the new development is to occur “within previously disturbed areas”, although the proposed hotel & lodge appear to have footprints up to 5x that of the “exisNng derelict structures” that they replace very close to the shoreline, and the large footprints of future amenity area and ~14000m2 (esNmated - no dimensions are provided) of parking lots will certainly require substanNally more “disturbance”. 1.8 Regarding a request to close road allowances (“AddiNonal ApplicaNons”) that was communicated to me by the same noNﬁcaNon leJer of 11 Jan/2024 as follows & pertaining to map diagram accompanying the leJer (Fig.1 below):

This informaNon implies the road allowance is between the areas to be rezoned as indicated on map. However, at the council meeNng of 6 Feb/2024 a diﬀerent map was presented (Fig. 2 below), where addiNonal road allowance closures were requested which directly border my property which I was not no8ﬁed about. Kindly clarify these applicaNons in wriNng with accurate maps.

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Figure 1: map sent from Council in leJer of Jan 11, 2024

Figure 2: map presented at Council meeNng of Feb 6, 2024

Much has not been disclosed here to the public & neighbouring property owners on the scale & intent of this and future development intenNons of the applicant.

Water Traﬃc and Waterfront Concerns In the past several years, we have observed increased water traﬃc in Long Bay and through the narrow strait at the entrance to Long Bay (the main thoroughfare from Long Bay to Bob’s Lake proper), which is causing severe shoreline erosion & undermining of waterfront tree root systems. Increased use of jetskis and speedboats have become not only a noisy disturbance but a deterrent for wildlife (see ecological comments below). Many boaters do not observe reasonable speeds through this narrow gap, endangering swimmers at this shoreline and swamping boats Ned to shore. We fear that visiNng boaters using the faciliNes of this proposed development will cause a many-fold increase in water traﬃc. We are also concerned that temporary users will not be aware of local hazards, fragile ecosystems and waterfront usage paJerns in this area, endangering swimmers, aquaNc bird- and wildlife, and non-motorized watercrap. We are deeply concerned by the implicaNons of recreaNonal lake use that such a high guest populaNon could bring. We are deeply concerned at the potenNal for exponenNal increase in noise polluNon and high speed jetskis & boats. Is there an intenNon for marina development? Fuel & docking access? Restaurant use accessible to the public from the greater lake? Can there be a ban on jetskis at such recreaNonal resorts? Is there a standard of quiet lake enjoyment that can be expected, respected and enforced? We would like to see these quesNons answered; a carte blanche on this zoning change would ruin the character and the natural splendour of this area of the lake.
Road traﬃc. A traﬃc report (“Technical Memorandum” from CGH TransportaNon dated 23/Jul/23) indicates a 4-5 fold increase in road traﬃc which it deems “within the maximum parameters for the classiﬁcaNon of Burridge Rd”. However, it does not take into account:

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surge hours of events on the roads which would jeopardize the local residents (potenNally ~800 guests & staﬀ travelling to the property at peak hours for large events, potenNally in low light condiNons). the character of Burridge & Ritchie Side Rds, which are windy, narrow country lanes prone to potholes, washboarding, & occasional washout from beaver ﬂoods, already making the current speed limit dangerous other service vehicles increasing the road traﬃc numbers (e.g. Snowplows? Delivery vehicles? Property maintenance vehicles?) the nature of the access corridors, which alternate between mostly wilderness & rural farm properNes, with the signiﬁcant potenNal for wildlife-vehicle collisions.

Water Pollu>on Concerns Bob’s Lake & related wetlands are part of a “highly vulnerable aquifer” system as per the Mississippi-Rideau Source Water ProtecNon Plan. Aper reviewing the available report from the applicant (Stormwater Brief by DSEL of Oct/2023), I have serious concerns that mulNple sepNc systems, low setbacks, runoﬀ from parking, oﬀ-road recreaNonal vehicles and facility capaciNes could endanger the water quality of any or all of: Bob’s Lake/Long Bay, groundwater, and nearby wetlands. Many residents take drinking water from the lake, and circulaNon in Long Bay is poor. The Stormwater Brief is inaccurate as it does not address the proposed large paved parking area (only “gravel parking area”) in the development plan. Runoﬀ from massive paved and gravel parking lots (esNmated at ~14000m2 but no dimensions are provided), decks, terraces, paNo and “event lawns” would certainly result in salt, hydrocarbon, herbicide & ferNlizer contaminants entering the greater environment. A drainage paJern map (Fig.3 of Stormwater Brief) shows that surface waters from the applicant’s lots drain both into Bob’s Lake and prisNne biodiverse wetlands & beaver ﬂoods adjacent to this property. Have hydrogeology invesNgaNons been done to map groundwater ﬂow on the property, to properly assess future sepNc ﬁeld contaminaNon into Bob’s Lake and wetlands? Has a lake impact assessment been done, with the knowledge of water recreaNonal intenNons for the capacity of guests, and sepNc load from maximum capaciNes of the faciliNes? SepNc plans have not been disclosed. There is only one menNon (in Zanderplan’s SecNon 2.2) of a sepNc ﬁeld “200m from the waterbody”, however there is no menNon of whether this will apply to the 7 individual cabins within 50m of the shoreline. It is requested that sepNc plans be made transparent and publicly available, as they aﬀect all lake users, adjacent properNes, and ecosystems.
Noise Pollu>on Concerns I am very concerned about the potenNal massive increase in noise polluNon, as both a direct neighbour of the applicant’s property and a concerned scienNst. We uNlize our biodiverse, near-prisNne acreage for wildlife and bird-watching, quietly enjoying the wilderness. The applicant proposes a 743-occupancy facility with up to 50 staﬀ & 338 parking spaces. There has been liJle transparency about the intended use of this resort facility, although a change in zoning would allow for marina, marina faciliNes and extensive recreaNonal traﬃc in forests, lake and frozen wetlands. RecreaNonal density is implied by a dedicated

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“snowmobile parking” lot, which could reasonably be assumed to cater to extensive trail networks and mulN-season oﬀ-road recreaNonal vehicles such as ATVs, dirtbikes, snowmobiles. The noise polluNon from such motorized recreaNon would be substanNal and is highly disrupNve to wildlife movement and nesNng habits, as will the noise from the scale of maintenance required for such a facility & its grounds. I am also extremely concerned about the types of fesNviNes that may occur commonly at large events hosted in such an event facility, such as ampliﬁed music, ﬁreworks and loudspeakers which would disrupt the quiet enjoyment of the lake and surrounds, with noise carrying over open spaces and waterbodies. ScienNﬁc research has established the deleterious eﬀects of such noise polluNon on natural environments, which I ask you to strongly consider: Kok et. al., 2023. How chronic anthropogenic noise can aﬀect wildlife communities. Frontiers in Ecology & Evolution 11. Sordello, et. al., 2020. Evidence of the impact of noise pollution on biodiversity: a systematic map. Environmental Evidence 9(20). Bateman et. al., 2023. Not just a ﬂash in the pan: short and long term impacts of ﬁreworks on the environment. Paciﬁc Conservation Biology 29. Kölzsch et. al., 2022. Wild goose chase: Geese ﬂee high and far, and with aftereﬀects from New Year’s ﬁreworks. Conservation Letters 16(4).

I am strongly opposed to event faciliNes being established here which may cause these environmental disrupNons, which have not been considered in the scope of the Environmental Impact Study.

Air & Light Pollu>on Concerns As menNoned above, I am concerned about the potenNal for substanNal increase in vehicle traﬃc: on roads, idling traﬃc, oﬀ-road recreaNonal, boats/other water vehicles, in addiNon to maintenance & service machinery, which will all aﬀect air quality depending on populaNon density of events. The potenNal use of ﬁreworks, which can be common at large group events, cause not only noise polluNon & severe distress to wildlife, but also air & light polluNon. Our property is currently a dark sky area, which would be altered by resort lighNng less than a km away. FloodlighNng of resort and parking lots, not to menNon future marina faciliNes, would signiﬁcantly alter the current character of this wilderness.
Ecological & Environmental Concerns: Some of these concerns have already been menNoned above but are elaborated on below. This area of the county has great biodiversity, as outlined in the Environmental Impact Study. This locaNon is part of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve, and I am deeply concerned that this project will undermine the preservaNon of biodiversity in this area.

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I draw your aJenNon to observaNons of 7 Endangered, Threatened, or of-Special-Concern species which have been directly observed at our adjacent property in the summer of 2023: the Eastern Whip-poor-will (audio clip in Fig.3 below); Gray Ratsnake (Fig.3); Red-headed Woodpecker; Snapping Turtles; Blandling’s Turtles; Northern Map Turtles (Fig.3); and Monarch BuJerﬂies (Fig.3). The Endangered Gray Ratsnake has been observed a number of Nmes on our property, most recently in August 2023. Another specimen was seen dead on DewiJ Rd in the summer of 2023, highlighNng the threat of extra traﬃc in this area.

Figure 3: Gray Ratsnake observed on our property, August 2023; audio of Eastern Whip-poor-wills calling at dusk; Northern Map Turtle at shoreline; Monarch BuJerﬂies frequent the area. Our shoreline has been a private and mostly quiet spot to the present, with a signiﬁcant incidence of resident oJers, loons, snakes, frogs, toads and a number of turtle species. Herons, owls, endangered ratsnakes, muskrats and beavers have also been regularly observed at this shoreline. We have also directly observed deer, skunks, raccoons, black bears, porcupines and ﬁshers served by this waterfront. With ice cover, deer, wolves and turkeys cross the ice of Long Bay. These observaNons are likely only a fracNon of the wildlife frequenNng these spaces. The proposed development, including the terrain alteraNon of near-waterfront parking lots for 338 vehicles, new roads, ~700 person lodge/conference centre, hotel, decks, dock shed (implying docks & related construcNon?), ﬁrepits, terraces, paNo and restaurant is a mere 450m down the shoreline from these ecosystem observaNons. By these observaNons & facts alone, I ﬁnd the comments in SecNon 1.0 & 1.1.4 of Zanderplan’s report that the proposed development “helps to conserve local biodiversity”

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and “will build upon rural character” patently inaccurate. The disrupNon to these habitats must surely be deemed unacceptable. Of equal importance, the forest and wetlands that we share on lot boundaries with this applicant are biodiverse and fragile. In a Nme of environmental awareness & acute habitat loss, the scale of proposed human acNvity on this property is inappropriate and will drive out wildlife occupaNon. The Environmental Impact Study (dated 24 Oct/23) does not seem to have considered the full scope & scale of the development’s potenNal acNviNes, such as: • the wildlife movement disrupNon & habitat pressure from potenNal crowds of up to 743 guests + 50 staﬀ. • habitat stress & wildlife movement disrupNon of year-round recreaNonal use (indicated by sizeable snowmobile parking lot)… but where is the snowmobile trail network that will undoubtedly be carved out? Will mulNpurpose trail networks be carved out for other recreaNonal purposes such as ATV traﬃc? • wildlife aJriNon & habitat loss due to grading & paving of immense proposed parking lots (esNmated at 14000+m2 but no dimensions are provided). For comparison on our adjacent property, in June-July 2023, 2-3 juvenile toads were observed per square foot on forest ﬂoors, not wetlands. • seasonal wildlife aJriNon on roads from 4-5-fold traﬃc increase (Burridge & Ritchie Side Rds): turtle & amphibian migraNons in spring/summer, resident deer populaNons (e.g. in the vicinity of Burridge Rd between DewiJ & Burridge Lake Rd, accessing the property from Westport) • the increase in water traﬃc accessing the facility, and the potenNal for marina & marina facility development that comes within the scope of the re-zoning requested. This aﬀects not only the immediate shoreline vicinity, but narrow inlets to Long Bay & proximal sensiNve aquaNc areas where wildlife acNvity is high • landscaping required for stormwater miNgaNon best pracNce aﬀecNng naNve species & vegetaNon • ongoing ecological stressors, especially to at-risk & endangered species from: o water quality degradaNon (both Bob’s Lake and groundwater contaminaNon from large conference aJendance, kitchens, sepNc ﬁelds, many of which are potenNally closer to the lake than setback requirements), o noise polluNon, light polluNon, air polluNon of large events & possibly high-noise recreaNon, o density of shoreline development as it hinders important wildlife movement paJerns accessing the waterfront o ﬁre risks from ﬁrepit usage. Will campﬁres also be allowed at individual cabins?

Taxpayer burden Can the council please elaborate on the following to concerned residents: 2.1 What would be the property tax impact on nearby residents (mostly rural homes & modest seasonal cabins) of such a resort development? 2.2 Burridge & Ritchie Side Rds are narrow, windy dirt roads commonly covered in potholes & washboarded surfaces. The increased traﬃc ﬂow will undoubtedly cause faster deterioraNon of road quality: what will be the taxpayer burden for

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any increased road maintenance requirements originaNng largely from this one property?

Privacy Concerns & Character of Development With the large increase in potenNal foot and vehicle traﬃc from a resort, I am concerned about the right of privacy & quiet enjoyment at our property, which shares long lot-lines. What is the reasonable expectaNon for resorts to provide signage and fencing (that does not detract from wildlife movement) to prevent trespassing? The probable acNviNes of the proposed development are directly at odds with current acNviNes on our property & many other lake residents, which enjoy low-light interference (dark sky viewing) and low-noise interference for bird & wildlife watching. The proposed commercial development & re-zoning request is totally out of character with the rural/coJage community of lake residents on the secluded Long Bay. The sheer scale of the proposed development is grossly unsuited to the rural area and is incompaNble with the nature-conscious, quiet lake users present in the area.
Conclusion I echo the concerns of many, in that much more transparency on this project is needed, and more Nme is needed to review this as a community. The protecNon of biodiversity is of utmost importance, and this scale of development will not logically allow this quiet preservaNon. With projected numbers and only indirectly disclosed hinted usage paJerns (“snowmobile parking lots”, “marine facility” setback, oﬀ-road trail networks?), polluNon levels of noise, lights, sepNc burden in a catchment area of wetlands (southwest & south of proposed developments) & Bobs lake (northwest side of property), and 4-5-fold traﬃc increase on local roads, this development proposal really is an ominous indicator of year-round ecological disrupNon. I have deep concerns about:

irreparable ecological & environmental damage, on land, lake, and roads
change of character of a quiet lake community, of which many are naturalists
a substanNal jump in lake traﬃc (not disclosed or esNmated), recreaNonal traﬃc (not disclosed or esNmated) & road traﬃc (4-5 fold increase).
non-disclosure of potenNal recreaNonal burden & future marina development intenNons, which will have irreparable impact on the lake & biodiverse wildlife populaNons
tax burden issues
potenNal for much more commercial growth if this re-zoning is allowed. As a naturalist & earth scienNst, I strongly oppose this re-zoning and development proposal. I welcome your feedback and proposed remedies to the concerns raised in this leJer. Sincerely, Dr Katherine Bron

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April 8, 2024 John and Colleen Loubser 182 Lackey Lane, Bobs Lake

The Township of South Frontenac, Ontario Attn: Mayor Ron Vandewal Township of South Frontenac Councillors Ms. Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk Re: File No: RC-24-01 - Caivan Road Allowance Closure Requests – Campground Lane Dear Mayor Vandewal, Councillors, and Ms. Hannah, We are pleased and thankful that road allowance D will not be closed and instead remain an unopened road allowance to the water at Long Bay, Bobs Lake. We understand that requests to close unopened road allowances are relatively common, rarely opposed, and typically and routinely addressed by the Township of South Frontenac Council (Council). This road allowance closure request is not at all typical. There are many important considerations, we appreciate that public comment is being heard well in advance of a considered decision by Council. We support and encourage Council considering these road allowance closures on their own merits and particular circumstances to reach decisions about public land that best serve the public interest. There are significant and unusual circumstances here that merit careful consideration: •

Two of these three road allowances are associated with a re-zoning and redevelopment application that is being opposed by many in the community. They will merge with adjoining lands if closed. The third has nothing to do with the re-zoning application properties. It runs a short distance along the shore of Long Bay between two parcels that are both landlocked.

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The applicant has, with purpose, unlawfully cleared, built on, and used public land, transgressing across a road allowance and onto a municipal road, and displacing species at risk habitat.

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There is public outcry and great concern about species at risk and their habitats, shoreline preservation, potential lake impacts including to marine safety and water quality, and the applicant’s unlawful conduct.

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The applicant is a professional development firm with the resources to appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), which might weigh on Council’s consideration and decisions.

That last consideration, the OLT, is mitigated by binding legal precedent. In an appellate decision of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario, where the applicant had started unlawful construction on a road allowance and then sought to have the construction permitted and the road allowance closed, the 1

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Court’s opinion speaks clearly on many aspects of the present application. In summary (more detail in Appendix A): •

Council can, “surely has a duty to”, consider each application on its own merits and circumstances and is free to refuse or approve in the public interest.

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Prior decisions on road allowance closures, even if none have previously been refused, do not require that an application be granted.

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There is no obligation to close a road allowance because the applicant owns the adjacent lands.

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Prior conduct, including unlawfully building on and illegally using public land, is material.

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The unlawful conduct is a relevant consideration, even more so where, as here, environmental, safety, and planning issues are involved.

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Council has full discretion to impose terms and conditions, or to refuse to sell at all.

Our comments on the road allowance closure requests follow below, referencing them, the associated Parcels, and Part 4 of Parcel 3 as labelled on the plan below. Our approach is to review the circumstances and merits of the road allowances and then to suggest, in our view, a reasonable and practical solution that can meet all of these objectives: 

Provide the applicant access that enables development of Parcel 2.

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Protect public lands from future unauthorized use or disturbance by the applicant.

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Preserve and protect species at risk habitat.

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Preserve and protect Long Bay shoreline.

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Compensate the public for the applicant having unlawfully built on public lands.

Parcel 1

Part 4

Parcel 2

Parcel 3

Figure 1: Road allowance closure segments, associated land parcels, and Part 4 of Parcel 3.

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Road Allowances A and B The applicant’s Environmental Impact Study identifies these road allowances as part of the Category 2 habitat of a threatened species at risk, the Eastern Whip-poor-will. Protecting that habitat, even incrementally, is important, desirable and in the public interest. The Township can do so by retaining the unopened road allowances and preserving their remaining natural state as mature forest habitat. Although Campground Lane historically for decades crossed road allowance A without licenced access (see left hand image in Figure 2 below), that crossing was minimal and most likely accidental. In 2022, the applicant, without seeking approvals, permits, or access, created a new entrance at Burridge Road and re-aligned Campground Lane directly across road allowance A, clearing mature forest habitat on the road allowance and beyond in the process (Figure 2 below). This was not done by mistake. The applicant is an experienced, professional development firm that knows the rules and laws, and purposefully broke them here.

Figure 2: Prior and new Burridge Road entry, Campground Lane alignment, and road allowance crossing. Closing these road allowances would unconditionally reward that behaviour by conveying the lands to the applicant so they can merge with Parcels 1 and 2. That behaviour instead needs to be discouraged by the Township and prevented from happening again, particularly at road allowance D, which is not being closed and which landlocks the applicant’s Parcel 3. Historical access over the road allowance was an existing condition, so some form of access must be provided. However, it is not in the public interest to accomplish that in a way that rewards intentional unlawful acts and leaves the preservation of species at risk habitat to the discretion of the applicant. These road allowances should not be closed. 3

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Road Allowance C This small road allowance segment in Parcel 3 separates Lot 30 from a tiny portion of Lot 31, Concession 8 (Part 4 in Figure 3 below). Parcel 3 is landlocked by the unopened road allowance D, which will not be closed because it runs to the water and staff will not support a licence agreement to cross it because that is not an existing condition. Parcel 3 is not a subject property of the associated re-zoning and re-development proposal. It, and this road allowance, are separate and apart from the lands to be re-zoned and have no impact on them. Road allowance C is effectively a shoreline extension of road allowance D. Its parallel alignment with the shoreline results in it including about 100 metres of shoreline:

Road Allowance D Road Allowance C

Figure 3: Road allowance C detail. There is no immediate need or value for the applicant in closing this road allowance between two landlocked parts of a landlocked parcel. They cannot be developed because they are landlocked. Road allowance C is apparently included in the request out of simple convenience. In contrast, this road allowance is of great public interest and value. Much concern has recently been expressed, with compelling supporting argument, by the community of Long Bay and at Bobs Lake about preserving shoreline and limiting waterfront intensification, marine safety, marine facility and marina uses, and the negative ecological impacts of potentially increased boating traffic on Long Bay. The Township retaining this road allowance will serve the public interest by preserving and protecting the shoreline it comprises. That is clearly a more compelling interest than the convenience of the applicant. This road allowance should not be closed.

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Suggested Solution The applicant can be required to remove their unlawful construction and to reinstate the public lands. Then a simple licence agreement can be provided for the old crossing point at 1659 Burridge. However, a reasonable and more practical solution that meets all objectives of our page 2 checklist is: •

Do not close any of the road allowances; retain A, B, and C, like D, as unopened road allowances.

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Allow access across road allowance A by licence agreement (or another instrument) that: o

Permits access exclusively where the new re-alignment of Campground Lane now crosses the road allowance, plus two metres on each side of the existing laneway.

Prohibits the licence holder from causing any kind of disturbance of existing conditions, including by clearing, trimming, grading, or construction, on any public property that adjoins property owned by the licence holder.

Prohibits the licence holder from acquiring by any means title or exclusive right of use to, in whole or in part, the remaining lands comprising unopened road allowances A, B, C, and D.

Is automatically revoked if any of the above prohibitions are breached, in which event Parcel 2 will become landlocked and accessible only by water.

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In exchange for the licence agreement and to compensate for building unlawfully on and illegally using public lands, the applicant will convey to the Township the tiny portion of Lot 31, Concession 8 (Part 4 below) that is landlocked by unopened road allowances C and D. Part 4 is ~0.4 acres, one tenth of one percent (0.1%) of the area of Parcels 1, 2, and 3.

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Once it is conveyed, the Township will merge Part 4 with road allowance C and zone the resulting parcel Special OS Open Space – Public Zone with the only permitted use being “public open space and conservation uses, reforestation and other activities connected with the conservation of soil and wildlife”, thus preserving and protecting it and the shoreline for the benefit of the community.

Figure 4: Part 4, Parcel 3 detail. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions or to further discuss the above. Thank you, in advance, for your careful consideration of how to resolve these issues. We trust in Council to arrive at a solution that meets the needs of all involved while best serving the public interest. Warm regards, John and Colleen Loubser 5

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Appendix A – Ontario Superior Court of Justice Appellate Precedent Decisions of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice are binding precedent for the Ontario Land Tribunal. In an Ontario Superior Court of Justice appeal decision where the applicant had started illegal construction on a road allowance and then sought to have the construction permitted and the road allowance closed and conveyed to him, the Court’s opinion offers very clear determination of many aspects of the present application. In paragraphs 24 through 27 of Uukkivi v. Lake of Bays (Township), 2004 CanLII 71891 (ON SC), https://canlii.ca/t/1j226: •

The Township has full discretion to impose terms and conditions, or to refuse to sell: “It is clear from the policy, read as a whole, that the township has reserved to itself a full discretion to impose terms and conditions and indeed to refuse to sell at all: the policy does not oblige the township to pass a by-law to enable a sale merely upon application by a landowner; rather it describes the steps by which an application may reach the stage where a proposed by-law is submitted to council.”

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Prior decisions on road allowance closures, even if none have previously been refused, do not require that the Township approve a closure request: “I do not accept the argument that the absence of a prior refusal by the township of an application to close a road allowance (if that be the case, and I find that the evidence does not support the contention) is either justification for granting such an application or a condition mandating the township to grant an application.”

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No obligation to close a road allowance is established by the applicant owning the adjoining lands or by the Township having policy and procedure for road allowance closure requests: “The applicant urges that the court should treat the policy as if it had the effect of an offer to sell or an invitation to treat. His position is that his ownership of the land adjacent to the shore road allowance creates an enforceable option in his favour to purchase the road allowance by virtue of the combination of the provisions of the Official Plan and the policy. There is no legal basis for this and I find the argument untenable. The policy cannot reasonably be so construed. It is a protocol and no more.”

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The Township can, and should, consider each application on its own merits and circumstances, and has freedom to approve or refuse based on those considerations: “The municipality is surely under a duty to consider each application on its own merits and in light of all of the prevailing circumstances. In doing so, it may “discriminate” in the sense that, in acting in the public interest, it may grant or refuse an application in accordance with the circumstances of the particular situation.”

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There is no agreement or obligation compelling the Township to close and convey a road allowance, and the applicant’s prior actions, very similar to those of the present applicant, are material: “There is no agreement between the applicant and the township for purchase and sale of the shore road allowance and no case can be made out for specific performance. The applicant’s conduct would, in any event, be problematic for him in a claim for such equitable relief. He has flouted public property rights by building on publicly owned land. He has flouted the zoning by-law and he has flouted the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c. 23. He does not have clean hands.”

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The considered merits should include the prior actions of the applicant, even more so where, as in the present case, environmental, safety, and planning issues are involved: “The unlawful conduct and illegal use of the land by the applicant is not an irrelevant consideration, and a fortiori where environmental, safety, and planning issues are engaged.”

End of Appendix A.

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To:

Mayor Ron Vandewal Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk Members of Council South Frontenac Township

05 April 2024

From: Peter and Lina Nykorchuk 59 James Thomas Lane, Ticheborne Bobs Lake – Long Bay Re:

Public Meeting: April 09, 2024 at 7p.m. File No: RC—24-01, Unopened Road Allowance Closure Request CAIVAN PROPERTIES HOLDING

Request: We would like to register and participate for this meeting via ZOOM. ( ) Dear Mayor Vandewal, Ms. Hannah and Council Members: The applicant, Caivan Properties Holding, who is requesting road closures identified as Portions A, B, C and D in the Staff Report, has also submitted a Zoning By-Law Amendment (File Number PL-ZBA-2023-0135) for these properties for the purpose of future development.

Road Allowance Portion D (PIN 36239-0461) As Portion D is an unopened road allowance that leads directly from a public road to a body of water, we are pleased that Council adhered to their policy and Portion D of the road allowance closure request was not approved.

Road Allowance Portion C (PIN 36239-0619) Long Bay is a narrow bay and there is already much concern about shoreline erosion and protection of species at risk along the waterfront such as Blanding’s Turtles and the Gray Ratsnake. Unopened Road Allowance Portion C is short and runs along the shoreline of Long Bay to the unopened road allowance Portion D. Portion D leads directly from a public road (Burridge Road) to a body of water (Long Bay). It could be argued that in fact, Portion C is part of the longer unopened road allowance Portion D which leads directly from a public road to a body of water and therefore, the request should not be approved. Closing this unopened road allowance for potential development on the waterfront would not be serving public interest. We urge Council to deny this road allowance request so that the shoreline is protected.

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Road Allowance Portion A (PIN 36239-0604) The applicant, Caivan Properties Developments, has illegally constructed a new road off of Burridge Road, crossing the unopened road allowance Portion A and ending within 30 metres from the waterfront. This new illegal road, approximately one km in length, was built through a forested area. This was done without Township approval and without a Licence Agreement to cross the road allowance. We are concerned about the applicant’s disregard for the process and governing laws and that it may be indicative of future similar actions during development. As contained in the Staff Report, the unopened road allowance from Burridge Road leads to Bobs Lake. While a very small section of the road allowance goes through Tay Valley Township, it meets the spirit of the intent that access from a public road to a waterbody should remain open, and therefore the unopened road allowance should not be closed. Rather than approving this unopened road allowance request, granting a conditional Licence Agreement instead would still provide the applicant access while giving the Township more control over the development process. We would ask that you please include us when communicating any future notices, updates, or communications relating to this file. Respectfully Submitted,

Peter and Lina Nykorchuk

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Michelle Hannah Caivan Development at 162 Campground Lane, Long Bay April 1, 2024 6:09:22 PM

Dear Michelle I have just registered for the zoom meeting April 9th but it is unlikely I will be able to attend. My husband and I are on a sailing trip in the South Pacific and it is not likely we will have internet out on a sailboat. We will do our best. We are the new owners of 2380 Crozier Road A and disturbed by the proposed development at the Campground location. The magnitude of such a project will forever change the wilderness we cherish. We make the 4 hour drive from Toronto to escape into wilderness, not to be confronted by an oversized Convention Centre (700 people) and parking lots (over 300 cars). My husband’s family (previous owners) have been making this their summer retreat since 1967, almost 60 years. I have written many letters and attended the Feb 6th meeting in person. I strongly object to the Closure and Sale of an Unopened Road Allowance or anything that allows this project to move forward. Please help us maintain the character and wilderness we treasure. Hoping for your support in this matter! Wendy Rogers (Long Bay cottage owner)

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April 15, 2024 The Township of South Frontenac Atn: cc:

Mr. James Thompson, Clerk Ms. Louise Fragnito, CAO Ms. Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk Re: April 9, 2024 Council Meeting Agenda Slides and Staﬀ Report 2024-045 related to File No: RC-24-01 – Caivan Properties

Dear Mr. Thompson, We’re wri�ng today in hopes of assis�ng you and your department in ensuring accuracy in the permanent public record. We no�ced a few opportuni�es for factual clariﬁca�on in the RC-24-01 Staﬀ Report and slides that were presented at the April 9 Council mee�ng. We hope that the following three pages will prove helpful and that adjustments will be possible either to the agenda and minutes or at the next opportunity to clarify. Also, given the unusual interest in these road allowance closures, we’d like to ask if might be possible to make all documents available on the civicweb portal? Please let us know. We hope that this is suppor�ve of your eﬀorts, and we look forward to hearing from you. All the best, John Loubser Colleen Loubser Barbara Rupert James Rupert John Harvey Ian Harvey Leslie Sands Sheldon Betts Donald Betts Mary Betts Lou Bilkovski Jennifer Bilkovski Ian Mann Fred Thomas Linda Thomas Harold Yule Nancy Yule Nancy O’Connor Lina Nykorchuk Peter Nykorchuk

182 Lackey Lane 182 Lackey Lane 222A Lackey Lane 222A Lackey Lane 222B Lackey Lane 222B Lackey Lane 222B Lackey Lane 25 James Thomas Lane 25 James Thomas Lane 25 James Thomas Lane 35 James Thomas Lane 35 James Thomas Lane 33 James Thomas Lane 33 James Thomas Lane 33 James Thomas Lane 47 James Thomas Lane 47 James Thomas Lane 51 James Thomas Lane 59 James Thomas Lane 59 James Thomas Lane

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Agenda Slide Deck – Suggested Factual Amendments

Slide 3 of RC-24-01 Sec�on: Picture of Burridge Road Entrance For clarity, this should be cap�oned to indicate that it is the new entrance (2022) on Burridge Road rather than the historical one at 1659 Burridge.
Slide 4 of RC-24-01 Sec�on: Campground Lane This slide presents only the historical entrance at 1659 Burridge. The new entrance was reported and discussed in the February 6 mee�ng, so should be included. A second slide showing a satellite image of the new entrance, or one like the below that presents both the historical and new entrances from 2019 and 2023 respec�vely will aid understanding of actual site condi�ons:

Staﬀ Report (Reference: 2024-045) - Suggested Factual Amendments 1.

Subject Road Allowances “This Report provides Council with information about Road Closing Application RC-24-01 to close and transfer a portion of unopened road allowance between Lots 30 & 31, Concession 8, District of Bedford.” The unopened road allowance (RA) por�ons between Lot 31, Concessions 9 and 10 (A and B), are also subjects of the applica�on and report. A map with parcels labeled might aid clarity: 2

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Parcel 1 Parcel 2

Parcel 3

Parcel 4

Beneﬁ�ng Lands Subject to ZBA Applica�on “The beneﬁtting lands are also subject to a Zoning By-Law Amendment application PL-ZBA2023-0135 which is still under review by Planning Staﬀ.” Only Parcels 1 and 2 are subjects of the ZBA applica�on.
Current Zoning “The property is currently zoned as RRC-25, on which agricultural uses, 25 tourist cabins, 50 tourist campsites, dining hall and tuck shop, one accessory dwelling and other accessory buildings and structures to the above uses are permitted.” a. Parcels 2 and 3 are zoned RRC-25. Parcel 1 is zoned RU. b. The RRC-25 uses diﬀer by Parcel, so should be further described to note that campsites are restricted to having frontage on Campground Lane, in Parcel 2 and that Parcel 3 is not accessed by Campground Lane.
Proper�es accessed by Campground Lane Currently, the property is accessed by Campground Lane, a private lane which traverses through the beneﬁtting lands and is accessed oﬀ Burridge Road.” There are two entrances oﬀ Burridge Road, one that has historically been in place, namely Campground Lane, and a new one installed in 2022. They access diﬀerent property Parcels:

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a. Historical Entrance (Campground Lane): An entrance oﬀ Burridge Road at Parcel 4 (1659 Burridge Road) provides access only to Parcel 2. This is a private lane that traverses via rightof-way over Parcel 4, encroaches on the end of RA A, and con�nues to the historical camp in Parcel 2. It bypasses Parcel 1 and does not access Parcel 3, which is land locked, so it “traverses through” only Parcel 2 using this entrance. b. New Entrance (Without permit): A new entrance oﬀ Burridge Road, approximately 70 m north of Parcel 4 (1659 Burridge Road) accesses both Parcels 1 and 2. This entrance leads onto Parcel 1 where a new private road sec�on traverses Parcel 1 and crosses RA A to connect to Campground Lane, a private lane, on the western property line of RA A. Campground Lane does not access Parcel 3, which is land locked, so it “traverses through” only Parcels 1 and 2 using this entrance. 5. Merging Parcels “The closure of the unopened road allowances shown on the Location Map as A, B & C will facilitate the merging of two large properties and will give 162 Campground Lane the road frontage that it requires to develop the property either under the current zoning or through an amendment.” a. Road allowance C is not associated with merging Parcels 1 and 2, so should not be men�oned in this context. b. Merging Parcels 1 and 2 to give Parcel 2 frontage will addi�onally require rezoning because they are diﬀerently zoned (RU and RRC-25 respec�vely).

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7 April 2024 To:

Mayor Ron Vandewal Members of Council Ms. Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk South Frontenac Township

From: Barbara and James Rupert 222A Lackey Lane, Tichborne, Ontario Long Bay, Bobs Lake Subject: File No. RC-24-01 – Application for Unopened Road Allowance Purchase Caivan Properties Holding Corporation Dear Mayor Vandewal, Councillors and Ms. Hannah, Further to subject file # RC-24-01, this letter makes note of concerns with Caivan Properties Holding Corporation request for the permanent closure and transfer of four sections of existing road allowances, highlighted as Portions A, B, C and D in the application and plan enclosed. As per the information posted by the Township of South Frontenac, the recommendation is to close portions A, B and C. Portion D is to remain as it provides access from the public roadway, Burridge Road, to the waterfront. We would request that Portion C road allowance remain, in that similar to Portion D, portion C provides access between Burridge Road and the waterfront. Maintaining the road allowance of Portion C, as it connects to the water front from Portion D, provides protection to the fragile shoreline. Transfer of Portion C serves no purpose at this time as it is outside of the redevelopment area being proposed in the Caivan Properties Holding Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2023-0135. Regarding the unopened Portions A and B, we request that this road allowance be maintained for several reasons.

Similar to Portion D, this allowance provides access between Burridge Road and the waterfront through South Frontenac and Tay Valley Townships. As per Council policy, road allowances that lead directly from a public road to a body of water are to be maintained. Similar to Portion D, Portions A and B meets this criteria, and as such these road allowances should remain.

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As it pertains to our property, and the properties of our neighbours between the Long Bay Site and the Tay Valley Boundary, this road allowance extends towards our property and serves as a potential future public services roadway should it ever be required.
The applicant, Caivan Properties Holding Corporation, has already constructed a new roadway off of Burridge Road that crosses the unopened road allowance Portion A, and continues to within 30m of the lake shoreline. This roadway was constructed without Township approval, and without a License Agreement to cross the road allowance. The roadway was constructed through a forested area. Any trees within the unopened road allowance, that may have been removed to accommodate this roadway, could be deemed an offence as outlined in the Ontario Forestry Act. The disregard displayed by not abiding to the process and governing laws is a concern, as any deforestation and or clearing may have also impacted the habitat of one of a number of protected species that reside in this area. We would like to suggest that some form of a license agreement be considered in lieu of the transfer of this road allowance. Thank you for reviewing and considering our concerns. We would like to request that we are included on any future communications pertaining to this file. Respectfully submitted, Barbara and James Rupert.

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Page 86 of 469 Page | 1 4 April 2024 To: Michelle Hannah Deputy Clerk South Frontenac Township From: Linda Thomas and Ian Mann 33 Neill Lane, Bob’s Lake – Long Bay South Frontenac (Bedford District) Re: Proposed closure of Road Allowances - concerns Public Meeting: April 09, 2024 at 7p.m. File No: RC-24-01 (related to proposed By-Law Amendment PLZBA20230135) 162 CAMPGROUND LANE (submitted by CAIVAN PROPERTIES HOLDING) Dear Mayor Vandewal and Council Members: Thank-you in advance for considering our concerns. We are opposed to all of the requested Road Allowance closures for reasons outlined below. We are very concerned that the applicant has moved the Campground Lane entrance on Burridge Road and has reconstructed a section that crosses the Township’s road allowance PIN 36239-0604 (Portion A – see Figure 1) without permission. There is no reason that justifies this behaviour. This was a construction that required clearing of ~125m (410 feet) length of woodlands that passes through a category 2 habitat of the Eastern Whip-poor-will, which is a threatened species at risk. Approximately 20m (66 feet) of this clearing is on the Township’s road allowance (Portion A) and within the category 2 habitat of the Eastern Whip-poor-will (as referenced in the Environmental Impact Study submitted with the application for proposed By-Law Amendment PLZBA20230135). We bring this to Council’s attention as this is not just a re-configuration of the entrance or lane but is a substantial new road construction that involved the clearing of trees within the protected habitat of a species at risk. Given that Caivan Properties is an experienced developer, they would have known that permission is required before commencing work to cross the Township’s road allowance, so this raises concern for future behaviour. This sets a precedent for behaviour that might continue if there are no repercussions or controls imposed. As we have already raised many other concerns in writing with regards to the accuracy and omissions of information in the proposed By-Law Amendment PLZBA20230135 application, we will not repeat them here. That being said, our level of concern has elevated further as more issues become apparent.

Road allowances between Concessions 9 & 10, Lot 31 (PIN 36239-0604 & PIN 36239-0606) (Portion A and B) This road allowance extends towards our property and is the closest road allowance that could, in future, provide public services that we, and other members of the public may require. We would request that the Township retain ownership of this unopened road allowance. 1 | Page

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Rather than sell the road allowance to the applicant, a licence agreement would be a better alternative to protect our future interest and the public interest. This would keep the road allowance available for future use, and would establish covenants that the applicant would be required to uphold. A licence agreement would still provide the applicant with access via their newly constructed Campground Lane entrance if the Township decides that the newly constructed lane should remain. Road allowances in Concession 8 (PIN 36239-0619) (Portion C) Given that Portion C connects to Portion D that leads to the waterfront from a public road it should also be retained as it will provide more, and potentially better, access for the Township and public use in the future. We are concerned about the protection of the environment, including the lake and shoreline, from overdevelopment and increased density of development at the waterfront and would request that this Portion C be retained by the Township. Note that the Concession 8, lot 30 parcel is landlocked in the RRC-25 zone and that the RRC-25 zone restricts the campsites and cabins to be along ‘the park road’, which is only in Concession 9. We ask the Township not to sell this road allowance for the above reasons but also because there has been no opportunity for public consultation on the proposed use of Concession 8, lot 30 and 31. Road allowance between Concession 8 and Concession 9 (PIN 36239-0461) (Portion D) We support the Council’s decision to not close Portion D and to not allow a licence to cross Portion D. As noted by the Township, this is a road allowance that runs from a public road to the waterfront and should be retained for future public access. If this decision is revisited in future we would like to share that we are opposed to closing this road allowance and opposed to permitting a licence to cross it. There are currently no development permissions on Concession 8, lot 30 which is part of RRC-25 as it is landlocked and if access and development is permitted it would be a further increase the density of development and will have negative impacts to the environment, lake and shoreline. Note that the proposed zoning by-law amendment (PLZBA20230135) and development for the other section (Concession 9) of RRC-25 significantly exceeds the current and past usage. Therefore additional development on Concession 8 will only add to the concerns raised regarding the proposed zoning by-law amendment and proposed development. We are also concerned of a lack of transparency about the proposed future use of Concession 8, lot 30 and we are concerned that there has been no public consultation process with regards to the intended zoning or use. In summary, we believe that Concession 8, lot 30 and 31`should remain landlocked and undeveloped as per the intention of the holistic zoning of RRC-25. Therefore the unopened road allowances should not be closed and a licence should not be permitted.

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Harold Yule Ron Vandewal; Steven Pegrum; Adam Turcotte; Randy Ruttan; Doug Morey; Norm Roberts; Ron Sleeth; Scott Trueman; Ray Leonard; Michelle Hannah File No: RC-24-01 - Caivan Road Allowance Closure Requests - Campground Lane April 10, 2024 10:47:13 AM

The Township of South Frontenac, Ontario Attn: Mayor Ron Vandewal Township of South Frontenac Councillors Ms. Michelle Hannah, Deputy Clerk Re: File No: RC-24-01 - Caivan Road Allowance Closure Requests – Campground Lane Lackey Lane in South Frontenac runs through Neal Lackey’s farm. It is used regularly by a dozen Long Bay cottage owners, their friends and family, Neal’s tractors and the occasional service vehicle such as Ontario Hydro. When one turns onto Lackey Lane from Burridge Road, one drives between the farm house on the left and a barn on the right. The lane then traverses the farm yard into a narrow passage between the chicken coop and the tractor barn. Neal has put up signs asking drivers to slow down and watch for children. This is because his grandchildren are often in the yard and could dart out from blind spots created by the buildings. A second reason for asking drivers to slow down is the dust clouds created by passing vehicles. There has been some comments made about moving Lackey Lane to address these issues. Last night, April 9, at the South Frontenac Council meeting I learned that Council is considering a request to close and sell an unopened road allowance that goes from Burridge Road to the middle of Lackey Lane. I believe Council refers to it as Road Allowance A. I am not sure if Road Allowance B is involved. Its path is well away from the farm yard and buildings. Closing this road allowance would remove any future opportunity for the users of Lackey Lane to use the road allowance to avoid going through the farm yard. The need to close the road allowance is not clear to me but the potential future benefit is very clear. Please do not close and sell this road allowance. Regards Harold Yule

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47 Neill Lane

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To:

Council

From:

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Open Farms Proclamation

Report Number:

2024-128

Summary The report recommends supporting the proclamation of Open Farms Days in Frontenac County Recommendation Whereas the Township of South Frontenac recognizes the importance of agriculture in the region; and, Whereas both Frontenac County and the Township of South Frontenac believe a strong agricultural economy is essential for enduring communities, for the health of our residents, and to establish a strong community in support of food security for our citizens as well as our businesses, and organizations; and, Whereas both Frontenac County and the Township of South Frontenac have a vision of a strong agriculture community that is rooted in the character of Frontenac and its residents: welcoming, natural, healthy, clean, tranquil, entrepreneurial, and rural by choice and conviction; and Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby declares August 16 to September 30, 2024, as Open Farm Days in South Frontenac, and reminds individuals of the importance of this six-week celebration which supports local agriculture and food businesses in our communities And Further That the Township encourages all residents to support local farms and food businesses by participating in this series of events. Background Open Farm Days is an annual event spearheaded by Frontenac County in partnership with South Frontenac Township, Tourism Kingston, and the City of Kingston. The event celebrates farming and food in Frontenac and Kingston and aims to promote economic growth in the agricultural and tourism sectors in the region. Open Farm Days will take place from August 16th – September 30th, 2024. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number 2024-128

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More information can be found at https://engagefrontenac.ca/open-farm-days Discussion/Analysis The Open Farms event has been a very well attended event for several years and includes many South Frontenac farms and businesses including the kick off event at Centennial Park through the Frontenac Farmer’s Market. Financial Implications None Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillar: People and Partnerships

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

July 16th, 2024

Subject:

Sale and Service of Alcohol at Centennial Park – Gear Up for Greatness Event

Report Number:

2024-126

Summary This report recommends that Council approve the sale and consumption of alcohol through the Daft Brewing Company Catering Endorsement licence at the Gear Up for Greatness – Youth Sports Drive at Centennial Park on August 24th, 2024, from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm. Recommendation That Council approve the sale and consumption of alcohol through the Daft Brewing Company Catering Endorsement licence at the Gear Up for Greatness – Youth Sports Drive at Centennial Park on August 24th, 2024, from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm, as per By-Law 2003-90. Background The Gear Up for Greatness – Youth Sports Drive is a community event to exchange hockey equipment. The event will also feature live music, food, and kids’ activities. The event organizers have been working with Daft Brewing Company from Kingston to provide a licenced area for visitors. Discussion/Analysis Under Section 10 of by-law 2003-90 titled Parks by-law, no alcoholic beverages are to be brought onto Township recreational property unless approved by Council as well as obtaining the necessary permits to serve alcoholic beverages from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). A Caterer’s Endorsement allows breweries that hold a By-the-Glass Endorsement and/or a liquor licence to sell and serve their products at catered events at locations away from the manufacturer’s licensed premises. The sale and service of liquor under a Caterer’s Endorsement must be primarily aimed at promoting the licensee’s product and either providing an enhanced tourist experience or fulfilling an educational purpose. Breweries must apply for a caterer’s endorsement though the AGCO and provide the AGCO Registrar with the location and times of the events. Daft Brewing Co. has successfully applied for the www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Caterer’s Endorsement and provided the event host with a copy of the notification summary. The event host has indicated the following measures to mitigate potential risks for the licensed area: • • •

At least one designated security person on shift during the event. A menu of local, craft beer will be served. No hard liquor will be permitted. No outside alcohol will be permitted on-site.

Vendors serving alcohol must have their Ontario Smart Serve License and follow the provincial and federal regulations. All other conditions set by the AGCO will also be followed by the event host and vendors. In addition, Township has also requested that the event host notify all emergency services of the event. Financial Implications None. Relationship to Strategic Plans ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following guiding principle of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. Climate Considerations ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Attachments Appendix A - Event Site Plan Notice/Consultation • •

Hannah Barker, Your Team Kingston Realty Clerks Department

Approvals Prepared By: Amanda Pantrey Submitted By:

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Township of South Frontenac Staff Report – 2024-126

Kyle Bolton, Director of Public Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Municipally Significant Event Designation for Open Farm Days Launch Event

Report Number:

2024-125

Summary This report recommends that Council move to designate the Open Farm Days Kickoff Event as municipally significant as required by the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) Special Occasion Permit (SOP). Recommendation That Council designate the Open Farm Days Launch Event on August 16th, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith as municipally significant in support of the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario Special Events Permit Application. Background Open Farm Days is an annual event spearheaded by Frontenac County in partnership with South Frontenac Township, Tourism Kingston, and the City of Kingston. The event celebrates farming and food in Frontenac and Kingston and aims to promote economic growth in the agricultural and tourism sectors in the region. Open Farm Days will take place from August 16th – September 30th, 2024. Frontenac County and South Frontenac Township have partnered with the Frontenac Farmers Market to launch the 6-week long celebration of local food and farming. This launch event has been scheduled for August 16th, 2024, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm in Centennial Park, Harrowsmith. The event will feature a local craft beer garden and as per the AGCO SOP application processes, public events must be designated as municipally significant to grant the permit. Discussion/Analysis A feature at the launch event will be craft beer vendors. Staff are working towards contracting Frontenac County and Kingston based breweries to join in the celebration. To secure the proper permits and approvals for the event, it must be designated as municipally significant. Autumn is harvesting time, and to celebrate this, farms in Frontenac and Kingston are participating in Open Farm Days. A collaborative partnership with the County of Frontenac, www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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South Frontenac, City of Kingston, and Tourism Kingston, this wonderful initiative features different farms and businesses in these areas. Visitors can participate in an experience or tour on the farms or business involved. The events go from August 16th – September 30th, with opportunities for farms, markets, restaurants and more to educate consumers about small scale agriculture. The Recreation and Events Coordinator has indicated the following measures to mitigate potential risks for the beer garden: • • •

At least one designated security person on shift during the event. A menu of local, craft beer will be served. No hard liquor will be permitted. No outside alcohol will be permitted on-site.

To secure the proper permits and approvals for a public event, it must be designated as municipally significant by the Township. As a part of the AGCO SOP permitting process, the event host must notify all local emergency services of the event. They must also have security (paid or volunteer) at the event to mitigate risks associated with alcohol consumption. All vendors serving alcohol must have their Ontario Smart Serve License and follow the provincial and federal regulations. All other conditions set by the AGCO will also be followed by the event host and vendors. Financial Implications None. Relationship to Strategic Plans ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following guiding principle of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan •

Priority: Community

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation

Clerks Department Chief Building Official South Frontenac Fire and Rescue Service Frontenac Paramedic Services Ontario Provincial Police – Frontenac Detachment KFL&A Public Health Frontenac County Economic Development Team Frontenac Farmers Market www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Attachments None. Approvals Prepared By: Amanda Pantrey, Recreation & Events Coordinator Submitted By:

Kyle Bolton, Director of Public Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Speed Limit Review – Storrington Public School

Report Number:

2024-116

Summary The purpose of this report is to provide details on the outcome of the technical review for speed limits on Battersea Road in the proximity of Storrington Public School. Recommendation That Council approve the staff recommendation for the implementation of a new 60km/hr speed limit review on Battersea Road from 650m north of Millburn Road to 205m south of the intersection of Round Lake Road. That Council direct staff to prepare an amendment to the Roads, Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2000-01 to incorporate the proposed speed limit change. Background On November 16th, 2023, the principal at Storrington Public School submitted a request for a speed limit reduction on Battersea Road. This request was paired with a letter of support from the Tri-Board Student Transportation Services and a petition including over 130 signatures. The request presented asked that the Township review the existing 80km/hr speed limit in the area of the school and consider lowering the posted speed limit to 60km/hr. The safety of school community members, transportation providers, and students were key elements of concern that were communicated with the petition. On December 19th, 2023, Public Services staff presented the details of the petition and speed limit review request to Council. The following resolution was subsequently passed providing direction to staff: Resolution No. 2023:36:15 That Council direct staff to advance technical review on the request from Storrington Public School. Carried.

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Discussion/Analysis The Township currently does not have an established policy for the management of posted speed limits however speed limit changes have traditionally followed the Canadian Guidelines for Establishing Posted Speed Limits by the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC), 2009. The TAC guideline is the same industry standard that is used by the City of Kingston and the County of Lennox and Addington when establishing speed limits. The Public Services Department has been researching speed limit practices across Eastern Ontario and has identified that most municipalities surveyed do not have policies in place. In the few locations where policies found, most of those municipalities reported that their speed management policy changes are under review. These findings have delayed progress on the development of a new speed limit policy locally. The TAC guideline currently being used is an assessment tool that looks at eleven characteristics of a roadway and assigns an overall risk score based on an “objective and measurable” review of the characteristics of any roadway corridor. Items included within the TAC assessment tool are listed as follows: • • • • • •

Geometry (Horizontal) Geometry (Vertical) Average Lane Width Roadside Hazards Pedestrian Exposure Cyclist Exposure

• • • • •

Pavement Surface Number of Intersections Number of Private Access Driveways Number of Interchanges On-Street Parking

Battersea Road currently has a total of six different speed zones when you travel north from the Kingston boundary to the core area of the Village of Battersea. The location, length and posted speed for each of the speed zones are outlined in Exhibit A and itemized in Table 1 below: Existing Speed Zones on Battersea Road Zone 1 - Kingston / Boundary to Sunbury Village Zone 2 – Sunbury Village Zone 3 – Randy Clark Rd to Millburn Zone 4 – Millburn to 600m North (cemetery / new fire hall) Zone 5 – 600m North of Millburn to Round Lake Rd (school) Zone 6 – Round Lake Road – East to Battersea Village core

Posted Speed (km/hr) 80 60 80 60 80 60

Length (km) 5.7 3.1 1.6 0.6 0.9 1.5

Safe Roads Engineering (SRE) was retained to carry out a detailed technical review of the areas described as Zones 4 and 5 in the proximity of the Storrington Public School. Safe Roads Engineering review included: a detailed site review, pavement marking and signage review (regulatory and warning), and an evaluation of speed limits using the TAC evaluation criteria. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Based on the outcomes of this review, the consultant recommends reductions of speed limits in Zone 5 from 80km/hr to 60km/hr in proximity to the school. Safe Roads also recommends that the school warning signage in the area be updated and relocated to meet the current edition of the Ontario Traffic Manual Book 6 – Warning Signs. Township staff have shared all findings of the speed limit review and recommendations with the petition lead from the Storrington Public School. Staff are therefore recommending that Council support the implementation of the speed zone change and that staff be directed to prepare the necessary amendments to the Roads, Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2000-01.

Financial Implications The process of carrying out the speed reviews under this petition included background research, correspondence, site meetings, site evaluations, and preparation of final reports. The cost for this speed analysis and safety review was approximately $3,450 and is covered by consulting fees embedded in the operating budget for these reviews. The estimated costs for labour and material to supply and install new speed limit signs is expected to be approximately $350 which will be covered under the operating budget for roads. Relationship to Strategic Plans ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following guiding principle of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Priority: Choose an item. Action Item (If Applicable): Insert Text

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. Notice/Consultation Storrington Public School Tri-Board Student Transportation Services Safe Roads Engineering Attachments Exhibit A – Existing Battersea Road Speed Zones Exhibit B – Study Area Battersea Road

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Approvals Prepared By: W. Troy Dunlop, C.E.T., Manager of Engineering and Capital Projects Submitted By:

Kyle Bolton, C.E.T., Director of Public Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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Exhibit A - Existing Battersea Road Speed Zones

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Demolition of 4265 Stage Coach Rd

Report Number:

2024-0124

Summary The following report seeks Council approval to proceed with the demolition of existing structures at the Township’s 4265 Stage Coach Rd property. Recommendation That Council approve a budget of $100,000 for the demolition and clean up of existing structures on the 4265 Stage Coach Rd property and that the project be funded from Working Funds Reserve. Background In April, the Township purchased the 4265 Stage Coach Rd property as reported on May 7th, 2024 in Council Report 2024-086. The property has four structures on it that are in a state of disrepair and need to be removed to safely secure the site and prepare for future development. Discussion/Analysis The property has an existing house, three storage buildings, and debris on the property that need to be removed. In preparation for the demolition, a designated substance survey was completed to identify any potentially hazardous materials and the existing utility services need to be disconnected. The property contains two existing wells that need to be decommissioned and abandoned as per O.Reg 903 as any future development on this property would be serviced by municipal water. The Public Services Department would like to proceed with a public tender for demolition services this summer and have the work completed this fall so the property is cleaned up and secure in advance of the winter season.

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Financial Implications A detailed breakdown of the estimated costs to complete this project provided below: ACTIVITY

COST ($)

Designated Substance Survey

$ 2,800.00

Decommissioning of existing drinking water wells

$ 6,500.00

Disconnecting existing utilities (Water, Hydro, Oil)

$4,500.00

Demolition of existing structures

$86,200.00

Total estimated cost

$ 100,000.00

It is recommended that the project be funded from the Working Funds Reserve. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillar: Choose an item.

Climate Considerations ☒ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation Facilities Technologist Attachments Exhibit A – Property Site Map Approvals Submitted By:

Kyle Bolton, Director of Public Services

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Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) Agreement Renewal

Report Number:

2024-115

Summary This report requests Council to pass a bylaw authorizing the 10-year renewal of the CCBF (previously Federal Gas Tax) agreement to access funding allocated to the Township. Recommendation That By-law 2024-52 being a By-law to enter into an agreement to access the CCBF funding, be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2024-52 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Background The Federal Gas Tax Fund was established in 2005 to share $5 billion in federal gasoline excise tax revenues with communities over five years to support environmentally sustainable infrastructure. It soon expanded to become a permanent source of federal funding of over $2 billion annually for local infrastructure in 18 different project categories ranging from broadband connectivity to airports. It was renamed the Canada Community-Building Fund in 2021. Ontario’s share is over $800 million, administered by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) to all municipalities except the City of Toronto. Funds are allocated to communities across the province on a per-capita basis. Discussion/Analysis Council had previously authorized entering into an agreement with AMO for the ten years 2014 to 2024. We have now received a new agreement from AMO to continue the funding for the term 2024 to 2034. The agreement lays down eligible project categories and eligible expenditures.

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The agreement also stipulates that the municipality develop and implement an Asset Management Plan that meets legislated requirements. A new clause has been added in this Agreement stipulating that all municipalities with a population of 30,000 or more must complete a Housing Needs Assessment that meets applicable guidelines or legislation. Projects supporting the growth of housing supply are expected to be prioritized by the municipalities. Financial Implications The Township’s allocation for the last five years (2019-2023) was $2,931,092. The County of Frontenac distributes its annual funding allocation to the lower tier municipalities, based on weighted assessment. The Township received $2,470,265 over the past five years from the County. The Township relies heavily on CCBF to fund its critical infrastructure projects such as: Project Category Roads, Bridges & Culverts Capacity Building Energy Recreation

Township projects North Shore Road rehab, Wilmer Road culvert replacement, Battersea Road reconstruction, upgrade and widening of Carrying Place Road and Hinchinbrooke Road, Murvale Boundary Road renewal, Sunbury Village rehab, installation of new LED streetlights at various intersections. Asset Management Plan update, Official Plan update Energy Audit and Retrofit of old inefficient lighting at Township facilities Gilmour Point Beach pavilion

The Township’s allocations for the coming five years have been announced: 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 $634,713 $661,160 $661,160 $687,606 $687,606 At the end of 2023, a balance of $913,044 is remaining in Obligatory Reserve. This balance along with the new allocation will fund these ongoing and upcoming projects: Project Category Township projects Roads, Bridges & Fish Creek Road bridge rehab, Opinicon road culvert, Perth Road at Culverts Loughborough Lake, Ormsbee road, Greenfield road. Capacity Building Asset Management Plan - Building Condition Assessment update, Official Plan update Projects will continue to be brought forward through the annual budget process. Continuation of this federal funding is crucial to the long-term planning of the Township. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillars: Sustainable Long-Term Prosperity Action Item (If Applicable): n/a

Arundhati Mohile, Director of Corporate Services & Treasurer Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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Page 113 of 469 Township of South Frontenac By-Law Number 2024-52 Page 1 of 1 By-Law Number 2024-52 A By-Law to enter into a municipal funding agreement to access the Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) 2024-2034 Whereas the Municipality wishes to enter into an Agreement to access the Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) funding; and Therefore, Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

That the Mayor and CAO are hereby authorized to execute this Municipal Funding Agreement for the transfer of the CCBF funds between the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and The Township of South Frontenac for the ten years 2024 - 2034.
This By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of its passage.

Given First and Second Readings: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Given Third Reading and Passed: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

James Thompson, Clerk

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Development Services

Date of Meeting:

July 16, 2024

Subject:

2024 Development Charges Background Study and By-law

Report Number:

2024-119

Summary The purpose of this report is to update the Development Charges By-law as the existing Bylaw is set to expire on August 6, 2024. A new draft Development Charges By-law is proposed and would be effective on August 7, 2024. Recommendation That By-law 2024-53 being a By-law to implement a new Development Charges By-law, be given first and second reading; and That By-law 2024-53 be given third reading, signed and sealed. Background Township staff has been working with our consultant, Watson & Associates to meet the legislative requirements to prepare a new Development Charges By-law throughout 2024. The work completed included the development of a comprehensive background study that sets out a population forecast and growth-related share of capital infrastructure requirements that provide the basis for the calculated development charge rates. The Township has met all of the legislative requirements to facilitate the approval and passing of a new Development Charges By-law. Discussion/Analysis A public meeting to hear comments from the public on the proposed Development Charges background study and by-law was held on June 20, 2024, under Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997. No members of the public were in attendance at the June 20, 2024, statutory public meeting and no comments were received in writing from any member of the public on the proposed 2024 Development Charges By-law or Background Study. Notice of the June 20, 2024, public meeting was formally advertised in the Frontenac News. In order that sufficient information was made available to the public, the DC Background www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Study was made available online at the Township’s website on May 16, 2024. Advertising of the June 20, 2024, public meeting was advertised on the Township’s website and was promoted using the Township’s social media accounts. The Development Charge Background Study and By-law was posted on May 16, 2024, and has been available for 60 days, consistent with the requirements of the Development Charges Act and can now be considered by Council for adoption. If Council passes the By-law at the July 16, 2024, Council meeting, the new Development Charges rates will take effect on August 7, 2024. The existing Development Charges Bylaw will expire as it is only in effect until August 6,2024. There is an appeal period of 40 days on the new bylaw. Any appeals would be heard by the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal. A notice of passing is required to be placed in the newspaper and circulated in accordance with the requirements of the Development Charges Act. A pamphlet outlining the new Development Charges will be prepared and posted on the Township website. A copy of the 2024 Development Charges Background Study is attached for Council’s information (Exhibit A/B). The proposed Development Charges By-law 2024-53 is listed as Exhibit C. A question was raised by Council regarding consideration for commercial properties where there are different buildings providing different uses, but the buildings are in the same class. According to the Township’s consultant, the Development Charges By-law can only be amended for the entire class and not for one type of operation or one business owner. Council can choose to discount, fully or partially, a type of development or a class of development, as long as all developments within that type or class are treated equally. •

A Class of development would be, for example: • Industrial; • Commercial; • Institutional;

•

A Type of development would be, for example: • A Place of Worship; • A Day Care Centre; • A Dry Cleaner; • A Bona Fide Farm Building; • A Financial Institution (such as a bank or credit union); • A private recreation club (such as a private lawn bowling facility or curling club); • A private school;

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Financial Implications Approval of the recommendations contained within this report will have no financial impact beyond what has been approved in the current year’s budget. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. •

Pillars: Sustainable Long-Term Prosperity

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation Senior Management Attachments Exhibit A - Development Charges Background Study Exhibit B - Development Charges Background Study - Addendum Exhibit C - Development Charges By-law 2024-53 Approvals Submitted By:

Brad Wright, RPP, MCIP, AICP, Director of Development Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, CPA CGA, Chief Administrative Officer

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2024 Development Charges Background Study Township of South Frontenac

For Public Review and Comment

May 16, 2024

Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. 905-272-3600 info@watsonecon.ca

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Table of Contents Page Executive Summary …………………………………………………………………………………………. i 1.

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1 1.1 Purpose of this Document…………………………………………………………….. 1-1 1.2 Summary of the Process………………………………………………………………. 1-2 1.3 Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997 …………………………….. 1-3 1.3.1 Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 …………………….. 1-4 1.3.2 Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 ………………… 1-5 1.3.3 Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 ……………….. 1-5 1.3.4 Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 ……. 1-7 1.3.5 Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022 ……………………… 1-7 1.3.6 Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022………………………….. 1-7 1.3.7 Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023 …. 1-11 1.3.8 Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023 …………. 1-11 1.3.9 Bill 185: Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 ….. 1-13

Township of South Frontenac Current D.C. Policy ……………………………….. 2-1 2.1 Schedule of Charges …………………………………………………………………… 2-1 2.2 Services Covered ……………………………………………………………………….. 2-1 2.3 Timing of D.C. Calculation and Payment ………………………………………… 2-1 2.4 Approvals for Development…………………………………………………………… 2-2 2.5 Indexing …………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-2 2.6 Redevelopment Allowance …………………………………………………………… 2-2 2.7 Exemptions ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-3 2.8 Current Development Charges ……………………………………………………… 2-3

Anticipated Development in the Township of South Frontenac ……………… 3-1 3.1 Requirement of the Act ………………………………………………………………… 3-1 3.2 Basis of Population, Household and Non-Residential Gross Floor Area Forecast …………………………………………………………………………….. 3-1 3.3 Summary of Growth Forecast ……………………………………………………….. 3-2

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page 4.

The Approach to the Calculation of the Charge ……………………………………. 4-1 4.1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………… 4-1 4.2 Services Potentially Involved ………………………………………………………… 4-1 4.3 Increase in the Need for Service ……………………………………………………. 4-1 4.4 Local Service Policy …………………………………………………………………….. 4-6 4.5 Capital Forecast ………………………………………………………………………….. 4-6 4.6 Treatment of Credits ……………………………………………………………………. 4-7 4.7 Class of Services ………………………………………………………………………… 4-7 4.8 Existing Reserve Funds ……………………………………………………………….. 4-7 4.9 Deductions …………………………………………………………………………………. 4-9 4.9.1 Reduction Require by Historical Level of Service Ceiling ………. 4-9 4.9.2 Reduction for Uncommitted Excess Capacity ………………………. 4-9 4.9.3 Reduction for Benefit to Existing Development …………………… 4-10 4.9.4 Reduction for Anticipated Grants, Subsidies, and Other Contributions …………………………………………………………………. 4-11 4.10 Township-wide vs. Area-Specific …………………………………………………. 4-11 4.11 Allocation by Type of Development ……………………………………………… 4-12 4.12 Asset Management ……………………………………………………………………. 4-12

D.C. Eligible Cost Analysis by Service and Class of Service …………………. 5-1 5.1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-1 5.2 Service Levels and 10-Year Capital Costs for Township-wide D.C. Services Calculation ……………………………………………………………………. 5-1 5.2.1 Parks and Recreation Services ………………………………………….. 5-1 5.2.2 Library Services ………………………………………………………………. 5-2 5.2.3 Waste Diversion Services …………………………………………………. 5-3 5.2.4 Growth-Related Studies ……………………………………………………. 5-4 5.3 Service Levels and 15 Year Capital Costs for Township-wide D.C. Services Calculation ……………………………………………………………………. 5-9 5.3.1 Services Related to a Highway ………………………………………….. 5-9 5.3.2 Fire Protection Services ………………………………………………….. 5-10 5.3.3 Policing Services……………………………………………………………. 5-10

D.C. Calculation ………………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1

D.C. Policy Recommendations and D.C. By-law Rules ………………………….. 7-1 7.1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………… 7-1 7.2 D.C. By-law Structure ………………………………………………………………….. 7-2 7.3 D.C. By-law Rules ……………………………………………………………………….. 7-2 7.3.1 Payment in any Particular Case …………………………………………. 7-2 7.3.2 Determination of the Amount of the Charge …………………………. 7-2

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page 7.3.3

7.4

7.5 8.

Application to Redevelopment of Land (Demolition and Conversion)…………………………………………………………………….. 7-3 7.3.4 Exemptions …………………………………………………………………….. 7-4 7.3.5 Mandatory Phasing-in of Residential D.C. …………………………… 7-5 7.3.6 Timing of Collection …………………………………………………………. 7-5 7.3.7 Indexing …………………………………………………………………………. 7-6 7.3.8 D.C. Spatial Applicability …………………………………………………… 7-6 Other D.C. By-law Provisions ……………………………………………………….. 7-7 7.4.1 Categories of Services for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes ………………………………………………………………………… 7-7 7.4.2 Categories for Class of Service for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes ………………………………………………………………. 7-8 7.4.3 By-law In-force Date ………………………………………………………… 7-8 7.4.4 Minimum Interest Rate Paid on Refunds and Charged for Inter-Reserve Fund Borrowing …………………………………………… 7-8 Other Recommendations ……………………………………………………………… 7-8

By-law Implementation ……………………………………………………………………….. 8-1 8.1 Public Consultation Process …………………………………………………………. 8-1 8.1.1 Introduction …………………………………………………………………….. 8-1 8.1.2 Public Meeting of Council………………………………………………….. 8-1 8.1.3 Other Consultation Activity ………………………………………………… 8-1 8.1.4 Anticipated Impact of the Charge on Development ……………….. 8-2 8.2 Implementation Requirements ………………………………………………………. 8-3 8.2.1 Introduction …………………………………………………………………….. 8-3 8.2.2 Notice of Passage ……………………………………………………………. 8-3 8.2.3 By-law Pamphlet ……………………………………………………………… 8-3 8.2.4 Appeals ………………………………………………………………………….. 8-4 8.2.5 Complaints ……………………………………………………………………… 8-4 8.2.6 Credits …………………………………………………………………………… 8-5 8.2.7 Front-Ending Agreements …………………………………………………. 8-5 8.2.8 Severance and Subdivision Agreement Conditions ………………. 8-5

Appendix A Background Information on Residential and Non-Residential Growth Forecast ………………………………………………………………………………… A-1 Appendix B Level of Service ……………………………………………………………………….. B-1 Appendix C Long-Term Capital and Operating Cost Examination …………………. C-1 Appendix D D.C. Reserve Fund Policy …………………………………………………………. D-1 Appendix E Local Service Policy …………………………………………………………………..E-1

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page Appendix F Asset Management Plan…………………………………………………………….. F-1 Appendix G Proposed D.C. By-law ……………………………………………………………….. G-1

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List of Acronyms and Abbreviations Acronym

Full Description of Acronym

A.M.P.

Asset management plan

CANSIM

Canadian Socio-Economic Information Management System (Statistics Canada)

D.C.

Development Charges

D.C.A.

Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended

F.I.R.

Financial Information Return

G.F.A.

Gross floor area

Kilometers

LPAT

Local Planning Appeal Tribunal

N.F.P.O.W.

No fixed place of work

OLT

Ontario Land Tribunal

O.P.P.

Ontario Provincial Police

O. Reg.

Ontario Regulation

P.O.A.

Provincial Offences Act

P.P.U.

Persons per unit

S.D.U.

Single detached unit

sq.ft.

square foot

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Executive Summary

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Executive Summary (a) The report provided herein represents the Development Charges (D.C.) Background Study for the Township of South Frontenac (Township) required by the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended (D.C.A.). This report has been prepared in accordance with the methodology required under the D.C.A. The contents include the following: •

Chapter 1 – Introduction and overview of the legislative requirements of the D.C.A.;

• •

Chapter 2 – Review of the Township’s present D.C. policies; Chapter 3 – Summary of the anticipated residential and non-residential development for the Township;

• •

Chapter 4 – Approach to calculating the D.C.; Chapter 5 – Review of the historical level of service, increase in capital needs, identification of future capital costs to service the anticipated development, and related deductions and allocations;

•

Chapter 6 – Calculation of the D.C.s;

•

Chapter 7 – D.C. policy recommendations and rules; and

•

Chapter 8 – By-law implementation.

(b) D.C.s provide for the recovery of growth-related capital expenditures from new development. The D.C.A. is the statutory basis to impose these charges. The methodology required to determine the charges is detailed in Chapter 4; a simplified summary is provided below.

Identify amount, type, and location of the anticipated development;
Identify the increase in need for service to accommodate growth;
Identify capital costs to provide services to meet the needs;
Deduct: o o o o

Grants, subsidies, and other contributions; Benefit to existing development; Amounts in excess of 15-year historical service calculation; and D.C. reserve funds (where applicable);

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Net capital costs are then allocated between residential and non-residential development types; and
Net costs divided by the anticipated development to provide the D.C. (c) Subsequent to the passage of the Township’s 2019 D.C. By-law (By-law 2019-48), a number of amendments to the D.C.A. have taken place. These changes have been incorporated throughout the report and in the draft by-laws, as necessary. The legislative amendment to the D.C.A. include the following (details of each Act are provided in Chapter 1 of this report): •

Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019

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Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020

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Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022

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Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023

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Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023

A summary of some of the amendments are outlined below: • •

Limiting D.C. eligible services; Historical level of service calculation extended to a 15-year average;

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Capital cost definition revised to remove studies and prescribe services for which land or an interest in land will be restricted (no services currently prescribed);

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Mandatory phase-in of a D.C., as follows: o Year 1 – 80% of the maximum charge; o Year 2 – 85% of the maximum charge; o Year 3 – 90% of the maximum charge; o Year 4 – 95% of the maximum charge; and o Year 5 to expiry – 100% of the maximum charge;

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Annual installment payments for rental and institutional development, in six equal payments commencing at occupancy;

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D.C. amount for development occurring within two years of a site plan or zoning by-law amendment planning approval is determined based on the charges in effect on the date of planning application; Maximum interest rate for installments and the determination of D.C.s for eligible site plan and zoning by-law amendment applications set at the average prime rate plus 1%; D.C. exemptions for additional residential units (up to a third dwelling unit);

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Statutory D.C. exemptions for affordable units, attainable units, and affordable inclusionary zoning units;

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Statutory D.C. exemption for non-profit housing; Statutory D.C. exemption for universities receiving ongoing funding from the Province;

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Mandatory D.C. discount for rental housing, based on the number of bedrooms;

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Term of a D.C. by-law extended from 5 years to 10 years; Municipalities are required to spend or allocate at least 60% of their D.C. reserve fund at the beginning of the year for water, wastewater, and services related to a highway; and Additional requirements related to the annual D.C. reserve fund Treasurer’s statement.

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It is noted, that on April 10, 2024, Bill 185 the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024, was introduced, this Act proposes additional amendment to the D.C.A., including: • •

Reinstate studies as an eligible capital cost; Remove the mandatory phase-in of charges within D.C. by-law;

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Allow minor amendments to D.C. by-laws concerning by-law expiry dates, removal of the mandatory phase-in, and inclusion of capital costs for studies;

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Reduce the time period governing the D.C. rate freeze for site plan and zoning by-law amendment planning applications; and

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Modernize D.C. public notice requirements.

If Bill 185 is not in effect at the time Council considers the new D.C. by-law though this process, then upon enactment, the Township intends to undertake the minor D.C. by-law amendments to remove the mandatory phase-in of charges, and include

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the capital cost of growth-related studies, including the costs of D.C. background studies. (d) The growth forecast (provided in Chapter 3), summarized in Table ES-1, on which the D.C. is based, projects the following population, housing, and non-residential employment and associated gross floor area for the 10-year (mid-2024 to mid-2034) and 15-year (mid-2024 to mid-2039) forecast period. Table ES-1 Township of South Frontenac Summary of Anticipated Township-Wide D.C. Residential and Non-Residential Development 10 Year 2024 to 2034

15-Year 2024 to 2039

(Net) Population Increase

1,941

3,270

(Gross) Population Increase in New Households*

3,056

4,729

Residential Unit Increase

1,086

1,698

Non-Residential Employment Increase

153

258

117,700

198,200

Measure

Non-Residential Gross Floor Area Increase (sq.ft.)

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determination of the D.C. recoverable costs include $24.75 million related to the portion of capital projects that will benefit the existing development. The resultant net D.C. recoverable costs included in the calculations for capital works anticipated over the forecast period totals $17.3 million, of which $16.15 million is attributed to the forecasted residential development and $1.15 million allocated to the forecasted non-residential development. Table ES-2 Township of South Frontenac Summary of Costs Anticipated During the Term of the By-laws Description

Value (2024$)

Total gross expenditures planned over the next ten years

$47,431,040

Less: benefit to existing development

$24,754,347

Less: post planning period benefit

$5,377,200

Net costs to be recovered from D.C.s. over the term of the by-laws

$17,299,493

(f) At present, the Township imposes D.C.s on residential and non-residential developments in accordance with By-Law 2019-48. The Township is undertaking a D.C. public process and anticipates passing a new D.C. by-law for each service identified in the D.C. Background Study. The statutory mandatory public meeting has been set for June 18, 2024, with adoption of the D.C. by-laws anticipated for July 16, 2024. This report provides the calculations of the residential and non-residential charges to recover the capital costs of the anticipated increase in need for services arising from the forecast development (summarized in Schedule ES-3). The following services are calculated based on a Township-wide 10-year forecast period (2024-2033): •

Parks and Recreation Services;

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Library Services; and Waste Diversion Services.

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The following services are calculated based on a Township-wide 15-year forecast period (mid-2024-mid-2039): • •

Services Related to a Highway; and Fire Protection Services; and

•

Policing Services.

(g) Table ES-3 provides the calculated D.C.s for residential and non-residential developments by service. The calculated D.C. for a single detached residential dwelling unit within the Township is $11,871. The calculated D.C. for non-residential development within the Township is $7.11 per sq.ft. of gross floor area (excluding growth studies). (h) In addition to the calculated charges for the services identified above, Bill 185, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 proposes to allow studies to be includes as a capital cost eligible for recovery through D.C.s. As such, staff have reviewed the growth-related study needs for the 10-year forecast period, and a D.C calculation has been undertaken in anticipation of the legislative change. The calculated D.C. for costs of growth studies would add $2,515/unit to the proposed D.C.s for a single detached residential dwelling unit, and $0.66/sq.ft. of GFA for nonresidential development. If Bill 185 is enacted prior to Council’s adoption of the D.C. by-law herein, these additional costs should be added to the charges and included in the proposed D.C. by-law for consideration. (i) At present, the D.C.A. requires that the charges in the by-law be phased-in over a 5year period. The charges provided herein conform with the requirements of the D.C.A, however the phase-in maybe removed prior to by-law consideration by Council if Bill 185, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024, is enacted prior to the time of by-law passage.

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Table ES-3 Township of South Frontenac Calculated Schedule of Development Charges RESIDENTIAL

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

Apartments Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

161

134

104

0.08

Service/Class of Service

(per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area)

Township Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion

0.01

$11,871

$9,890

$7,700

$5,312

$7.11

2,515

2,095

1,632

1,125

0.66

Total Township-Wide Class of Service

$2,515

$2,095

$1,632

$1,125

$0.66

Grand Total Township-Wide Services & Class of Service

$14,386

$11,985

$9,332

$6,437

$7.77

Total Township-Wide Services Township-Wide Class of Service:* Growth Studies

*Potential D.C. for Growth Studies to be considered if Bill 185 is enacted

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(j) Tables ES-4 and ES-5 provide a comparison of the D.C.s currently imposed in the Township and the calculated charges herein. These comparisons are provided for a single-detached residential dwelling unit and non-residential development on a per sq.ft. of gross floor basis, respectively. Table ES-4 Township of South Frontenac Single-Detached Residential Dwelling Unit D.C. Comparison Service/Class of Service Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Total Township-Wide Services Growth Studies* Total Township-Wide Services/Classes

Current

Calculated

9,586 1,429 196 1,386 99 $12,696

8,041 998 318 2,339 161 15 $11,872

424 $13,120

2,515 $14,387

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

Table ES-5 Township of South Frontenac Non-Residential D.C. Comparison per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area Service/Class of Service Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Total Township-Wide Services Growth Studies* Total Township-Wide Services/Classes

Current

Calculated

6.46 0.96 0.13 0.46 0.03 $8.04

5.07 0.63 0.20 1.12 0.08 0.01 $7.11

0.27 $8.31

0.66 $7.77

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

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(k) Chapter 7 herein, provides the D.C. by-law policy recommendations and rules that govern the imposition of the charges. Council will consider the findings and recommendations provided herein and, in conjunction with public input, approve such policies and rates it deems appropriate. These directions will refine the draft D.C. by-law for each service, which is appended in Appendix G. These decisions may include: • •

adopting the charges and policies recommended herein; considering additional exemptions to the D.C. by-laws; and

•

considering reductions in the charges (obtained by removing certain services or capital costs on which the charge is based and/or by a general reduction in the charge).

The D.C.A. does not allow for D.C. revenue foregone as a result of an exemption or reduction in the charge to be made up through higher D.C.s on other development. As such, any decision to provide further exemptions or reductions should consider alternative funding sources to address the foregone revenue.

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Chapter 1 Introduction

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Introduction 1.1 Purpose of this Document The Township of South Frontenac (Township) retained Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. (Watson), to undertake the development charges (D.C.) background study and by-law process in 2024. This background study has been prepared for public comment. This background study has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of the Development Charges Act, 1997 (D.C.A.), as amended, and recommends new charges and by-law policies for the Township. This D.C. background study will be distributed to members of the public to provide interested parties with sufficient background information on the legislation, the study’s recommendations, and an outline of the basis for these recommendations. Watson will continue to work with Township staff to further refine the background study (as required) based on public feedback, for the release of the final D.C. background study prior to the Council adoption of the by-laws. This report has been prepared, in the first instance, to meet the statutory requirements applicable to the Township’s D.C. background study, as summarized in Chapter 4. Chapter 6 contains the calculated D.C.s based on the increase in need and capital costs of services identified in Chapter 5. It also addresses the requirement for “rules” outlining the implementation of the charge as contained in Chapter 7. Appendix G provides the proposed by-law to be made available to the public as part of the approval process. The report also includes a summary of the Township’s current D.C. rates and policies (Chapter 2) to provide a comparison with those being proposed. It further addresses post-by-law adoption implementation requirements (Chapter 8), which are critical to the successful application of the new by-law. The chapters in the report are supported by appendices containing the data required to explain and substantiate the calculation of the charges.

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1.2 Summary of the Process The public meeting required under section 12 of the D.C.A., has been scheduled for June 18, 2024. Its purpose is to present the study to the public and to solicit public input. The meeting is also being held to answer any questions regarding the study’s purpose, methodology and the proposed D.C. by-laws. In accordance with the legislation, the background study and proposed D.C. by-laws will be available for public review on May 16, 2024. The process to be followed in finalizing the report and recommendations includes: •

Consideration of responses received prior to, at, or immediately following the public meeting;

• •

Refinements to the report, if required; and Council consideration of the by-laws subsequent to the public meeting.

Figure 1-1 outlines the proposed schedule to be followed with respect to the D.C. by-law adoption process.

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Figure 1-1 Schedule of Key D.C. Process Dates Process Steps

Dates

Data collection, growth forecast development, staff review, engineering work, D.C. calculations and policy work

Early 2024 to Mid2024

Public release of final D.C. Background study and proposed by-law

May 16, 2024

Public meeting advertisement placed in newspaper(s)

By 21 Days prior to the Public Meeting

Public meeting of Council

June 18, 2024

Council considers adoption of background study and passage of by-law

July 16, 2024

Newspaper notice given of by-law passage

By 20 days after passage

Last day for by-law appeal

40 days after passage

Township makes pamphlet available (where by-law not appealed)

By 60 days after in force date

1.3 Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997 Over the past five (5) years, a number of changes to the D.C.A. have been introduced through various legislation including the following: •

Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019;

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Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019; Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020;

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Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020; Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022;

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Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022;

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Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023; and Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023.

The following provides an overview of the amendments to the D.C.A. that each of these pieces of legislation provided. It is also noted that on April 10, 2024, the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 (Bill 185), was released and is currently in the legislative process. Section 1.3.9 provides further details of the proposed changes to the D.C.A. under the Bill.

1.3.1 Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 The Province introduced Bill 108, More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 which proposed changes to the D.C.A. as part of the province’s “More Homes, More Choice: Ontario’s Housing Supply Action Plan.” The More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 received Royal Assent on June 6, 2019. At that time many of the amendments to the D.C.A. did not come into effect, awaiting proclamation by the Lieutenant Governor. On January 1, 2020, the following provisions were proclaimed: •

•

A D.C. for rental housing and institutional developments will pay the charge in six equal annual installments, with the first payment commencing on the date of occupancy. Non-profit housing developments will pay D.C.s in 21 equal annual payments (note, that further changes related to non-profit housing have been made under the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, summarized below). Any unpaid D.C. amounts may be added to the property and collected as taxes. For all developments triggering a D.C. within two years of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval, the D.C. shall be determined based on the charges in effect on the date the planning application was submitted. These provisions only apply to Site Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment planning applications received on or after January 1, 2020. These amendments do not affect developments approved under other planning application types (e.g., plan of subdivision, minor variance, etc.). The removal of the 10% statutory deduction for soft services, i.e., services limited to a 10-year forecast period.

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1.3.2 Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 The Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 provided further amendments to the D.C.A. and Planning Act. This Act received Royal Assent on December 10, 2019. Proclamation resulted in the sections related to the D.C.A. (schedule 10) coming into effect on January 1, 2020. The amendments to the D.C.A. included the removal of instalment payments for commercial and industrial developments that were originally included in the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019.

1.3.3 Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 In response to the global pandemic that began affecting Ontario in early 2020, the Province released Bill 197, COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, which provided amendments to a number of statues, including the D.C.A. and Planning Act. The COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act further revised some of the proposed changes identified in the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 and Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019. The COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020 received Royal Assent on July 21, 2020, and was proclaimed on September 18, 2020. The following provides a summary of the amendments to the D.C.A.:

1.3.3.1 List of D.C. Eligible Services The D.C.A. previously defined ineligible services for D.C.s. The amendments to the D.C.A. now defined the services that are eligible for inclusion in a D.C. by-law. The following summarizes the D.C. eligible services: •

Water supply services, including distribution and treatment services;

• •

Wastewater services, including sewers and treatment services; Storm water drainage and control services;

• •

Services related to a highway; Electrical power services;

• •

Waste diversion services; Policing services;

• •

Fire protection services; Ambulance services;

• •

Library Services; Long-term care services;

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Parks and recreation services (excluding the acquisition of land for parks);

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Public health services; Childcare and early years services;

•

Housing services (Note that as per Bill 23, housing services are no longer eligible);

•

Provincial Offences Act services;

• •

Services related to emergency preparedness; Services related to airports, but only in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo; and

•

Additional services as prescribed.

1.3.3.2 Classes of D.C. Services Prior to the amendments, the D.C.A. allowed for categories of services to be grouped together into a minimum of two categories, i.e., 90% services and 100% services. The amendments repealed these rules and replaced them with the following provisions: • •

•

A D.C. by-law may provide for any eligible service or capital cost related to any eligible service to be included in a class as set out in the by-law. A class may be composed of any number or combination of services and may include parts or portions of the eligible services or parts or portions of the capital costs in respect of those services. A class of service set out in the D.C. by-law is deemed to be a single service with respect to reserve funds, use of monies, and credits.

1.3.3.3 Statutory Exemptions The D.C.A. provides for statutory exemptions from payment of D.C.s related to additional residential units, where the development is creating additional residential dwelling units within prescribed classes of existing residential buildings or structures. This statutory exemption has been expanded to include secondary residential dwelling units, in prescribed classes, that are ancillary to existing residential buildings. Furthermore, additional statutory exemptions are provided for the creation of a second dwelling unit in prescribed classes of proposed new residential buildings, including structures ancillary to new dwellings. Note, that further changes related to additional residential units have been made under the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, summarized below.

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1.3.4 Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 On December 8, 2020, the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 received Royal Assent. One of the changes of this Act amended the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act by exempting the developments of land intended for use by a university that receives operating funds from the Government from the payment of D.C.s. As a result, this mandatory exemption is included in the Township’s draft D.C. by-laws.

1.3.5 Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022 On April 14, 2022, the More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022 received Royal Assent. One of the D.C.A. amendments, and O. Reg. 438/22, prescribed additional information to be included in the annual Treasurer’s Statement on D.C. reserve funds and its publication. The following additional information must be provided for each service for which a D.C. is collected for during the year: a) whether, as of the end of the year, the municipality expects to incur the amount of capital costs that were estimated, in the relevant development charge background study, to be incurred during the term of the applicable development charge by-law; b) if the answer to a) is no, the amount the municipality now expects to incur and a statement as to why this amount is expected; and c) if no money was spent from the reserve fund during the year, a statement as to why there was no spending during the year. These requirements have been further amended to require that the annual Treasurer’s Statement be made available to the public on the municipality’s website, or in the municipal office.

1.3.6 Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 The More Homes Built Fast Act, 2022, received Royal Assent on November 28, 2022. This Act amends several pieces of legislation including the Planning Act and the D.C.A. The following provides a summary of the amendments to the D.C.A.:

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1.3.6.1 Additional Residential Unit Exemption The rules for these exemptions are now provided in the D.C.A., rather than the regulations and are summarized as follows: •

Exemption for residential units in existing rental residential buildings – For rental residential buildings with four or more residential units, the greater of one unit or 1% of the existing residential units will be exempt from D.C.

•

Exemption for additional residential units in existing and new residential buildings – The following developments will be exempt from a D.C.:

•

A second unit in a detached, semi-detached, or rowhouse if all buildings and ancillary structures cumulatively contain no more than one residential unit;

•

A third unit in a detached, semi-detached, or rowhouse if no buildings or ancillary structures contain any residential units; and

•

One residential unit in a building or structure ancillary to a detached, semidetached, or rowhouse on a parcel of urban land, if the detached, semidetached, or rowhouse contains no more than two residential units and no other buildings or ancillary structures contain any residential units.

1.3.6.2 Removal of Housing as an Eligible D.C. Service Housing services is removed as an eligible service. Municipalities with by-laws that include a charge for housing services can no longer collect for this service.

1.3.6.3 New Statutory Exemptions for Affordable Units, Attainable Units, Inclusionary Zoning Units, and Non-Profit Housing developments Affordable units, attainable units, inclusionary zoning units and non-profit housing developments are exempt from the payment of D.C.s, as follows: •

Affordable Rental Units: Where rent is no more than 80% of the average market rent as defined by a new bulletin published by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

•

Affordable Owned Units: Where the price of the unit is no more than 80% of the average purchase price as defined by a new bulletin published by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

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Attainable Units: Excludes affordable units and rental units; will be defined as prescribed development or class of development and sold to a person who is at “arm’s length” from the seller. o Note: for affordable and attainable units, the municipality shall enter into an agreement that ensures the unit remains affordable or attainable for 25 years.

•

Inclusionary Zoning Units: Affordable housing units required under inclusionary zoning by-laws are exempt from a D.C.

•

Non-Profit Housing: Non-profit housing units are exempt from D.C.s and D.C. instalment payments due after November 28, 2022.

1.3.6.4 Historical Level of Service extended to 15-year period instead of the historical 10-year period Prior to Royal Assent, the increase in need for service was limited by the average historical level of service calculated over the 10-year period preceding the preparation of the D.C. background study. This average is now extended to the historical 15-year period.

1.3.6.5 Revised Definition of Capital Costs The definition of capital costs has been revised to remove studies. Further, the regulations to the Act will prescribe services for which land or an interest in land will be restricted. As at the time of writing, no services have been prescribed.

1.3.6.6 Mandatory Phase-in of a D.C. For all D.C. by-laws passed after January 1, 2022, the charge must be phased-in annually over the first five years the by-law is in force, as follows: • • •

Year 1 – 80% of the maximum charge; Year 2 – 85% of the maximum charge; Year 3 – 90% of the maximum charge;

• •

Year 4 – 95% of the maximum charge; and Year 5 to expiry – 100% of the maximum charge.

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1.3.6.7 D.C. By-law Expiry A D.C. by-law now expires ten years after the day it comes into force unless the by-law provides for an earlier expiry or repeal date. This extends the by-law’s life from what use to be a maximum of five years.

1.3.6.8 Installment Payments Non-profit housing development has been removed from the instalment payment section of the D.C.A. under Section 26.1, as these units are now exempt from the payment of a D.C.

1.3.6.9 Rental Housing Discount The D.C. payable for rental housing development will be reduced based on the number of bedrooms in each unit as follows: • •

Three or more bedrooms – 25% reduction; Two bedrooms – 20% reduction; and

•

All other bedroom quantities – 15% reduction.

1.3.6.10 Maximum Interest Rate for Instalments and Determination of Charge for Eligible Site Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications No maximum interest rate was previously prescribed, which allowed municipalities to choose the interest rate to impose. As per Bill 23, the maximum interest rate is set at the average prime rate plus 1%. This maximum interest rate provision would apply to all instalment payments and eligible site plan and zoning by-law amendment applications occurring after November 28, 2022.

1.3.6.11 Requirement to Allocate Funds Received Annually, beginning in 2023, municipalities will be required to spend or allocate at least 60% of the monies in a reserve fund at the beginning of the year for water services, wastewater services, and services related to a highway. Other services may be prescribed by the regulation.

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1.3.7 Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023 The Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act (Bill 97) received Royal Assent on June 8, 2023. This bill extends the mandatory exemption from payment of D.C.s for additional residential units in new residential buildings or in existing houses to all lands versus just urban lands.

1.3.8 Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023 The exemption for affordable residential units was included in the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23), enacted by the Province on November 28, 2022. Under this legislation, affordable residential units were defined within subsection 4.1 of the D.C.A. and exemptions for D.C.s were provided in respect of this definition. While the legislation was enacted in November 2022, the ability for municipalities to implement the exemptions required the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to publish an “Affordable Residential Units for the Purposes of the Development Charges Act, 1997 Bulletin.” This bulletin informs the average market rent, average purchase price, and average household income thresholds to be used in determining which developments qualify as affordable residential units. The bulletin was published by the Minister on May 1, 2024. Bill 134 received Royal Assent on December 4, 2023, and provides for a modification to the affordable residential unit definition by: •

Introducing an income-based test for affordable rent and purchase price; and

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Increasing the threshold for the market test of affordable rent and purchase price.

This change provides the exemption based on the lesser of the two measures. Moreover, the rules in subsection 4.1 of the D.C.A. are unchanged with respect to: • •

The tenant and purchaser transacting the affordable unit being at arm’s length; The intent of maintaining the affordable residential unit definition for a 25-year period, requiring an agreement with the municipality (which may be registered on title); and

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Exemptions for attainable residential units and associated rules (requiring further regulations).

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The following table provides the provided through Bill 134 (underlining added for emphasis). Table 1-1 Definition of Affordable Residential Units Item Affordable residential unit rent (subsection 4.1 (2), para. 1)

Average market rent/rent based on income (subsection 4.1 (5)) for the purposes of subsection 4.1 (2), para. 1

Affordable residential unit ownership (subsection 4.1 (3), para. 1)

Average market purchase price/purchase price based on income (subsection 4.1 (6)) for the purposes of subsection 4.1 (3), para. 1

Bill 134 Definition (as per D.C.A.) The rent is no greater than the lesser of, i. the income-based affordable rent for the residential unit set out in the Affordable Residential Units bulletin, as identified by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in accordance with subsection (5), and ii. the average market rent identified for the residential unit set out in the Affordable Residential Units bulletin. The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing shall, (a) determine the income of a household that, in the Minister’s opinion, is at the 60th percentile of gross annual incomes for renter households in the applicable local municipality; and (b) identify the rent that, in the Minister’s opinion, is equal to 30 per cent of the income of the household referred to in clause (a). The price of the residential unit is no greater than the lesser of, i.

the income-based affordable purchase price for the residential unit set out in the Affordable Residential Units bulletin, as identified by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in accordance with subsection (6), and ii. 90 per cent of the average purchase price identified for the residential unit set out in the Affordable Residential Units bulletin. The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing shall, (a) determine the income of a household that, in the Minister’s opinion, is at the 60th percentile of gross annual incomes for households in the applicable local municipality; and (b) identify the purchase price that, in the Minister’s opinion, would result in annual accommodation costs equal to 30 per cent of the income of the household referred to in clause (a)

As noted, the bulletin was release on May 1, 2024, which provides the information for the Township to measure against for determining the applicability of the exemption from the D.C. (as well as C.B.C. and Parkland requirements). The bulletin provides the following information is specific to the Township (it is noted that the Bulletin will be updated annually):

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For Affordable Ownership Units: the average household income provides the amount to be measured against, being $431,200, as the 90% of average purchase prices is greater for all unit types, as follows: • Detached House: $585,000 • •

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Semi-Detached House: Row/townhouse:

$450,000 $486,000

• Condominium Apartment $432,000 For Affordable Rental Units: the average rent based on household income would equal $1,820 per month. The average market rent for a bachelor, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom is lower than the average household income and therefore, provides the amount to be measured against, being where monthly rent is lower than: • •

For a bachelor unit: For a 1-bedroom unit:

$1,035 $1,333

• For a 2-bedroom unit: $1,612 For units with 3 or more bedrooms, the average household income provides the amount to be measured against (i.e., $1,820 per month) vs. the average rent of: •

For a unit with 3 or more bedrooms: $2,141

1.3.9 Bill 185: Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 On April 10, 2024, the Ontario Legislature released proposed changes to the D.C.A. which proposes the following changes: • •

The removal of the mandatory phase-in for D.C. by-laws; A reduction to the D.C. rate freeze timelines for site plan and zoning by-law amendment applications, whereby the period between the building permit issuance and planning application approval is reduced to 18 months vs. two (2) years (note that the two (2) year timeline will still apply to applications received prior to Bill 185 receiving Royal Assent;

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The inclusion of studies as an eligible cost for services, including a D.C. background study;

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The ability to repeal a provision of the D.C. by-law specifying the date the by-law expires (subject to the 10-year by-law limitation provided in the D.C.A.);

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The ability to undertake minor D.C. by-law amendments for by-laws passed after November 28, 2022, and before Bill 185 takes effect, related to the inclusion of capital costs for studies and the removal of the mandatory D.C. phase-in; and Modernize D.C. public notice requirements to permit use of municipal websites where newspapers of general circulation are not available.

Bill 185 has not been enacted at the time of writing this D.C. Background Study. As such, the changes proposed in the Bill have been noted in the D.C. calculations but are not fully reflected in the draft D.C. by-law contained herein.

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Chapter 2 Township of South Frontenac’s Current D.C. Policy

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Township of South Frontenac Current D.C. Policy 2.1 Schedule of Charges On August 6, 2019, the Township passed By-law 2019-48 under the D.C.A., which provides for Township-wide D.C.s to be imposed in the Township. The D.C. by-law is set to expire on August 6, 2024, five years after it was passed.

2.2 Services Covered The following Township-wide services are covered under By-law 2019-48: •

Services Related to a Highway;

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Fire Protection Services; Police and Other Facilities;

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Parks and Recreation; Library Services;

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Engineering Services – Studies; and

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Community Based Studies.

Note: the changes to the D.C.A. under the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23), eliminated studies as an eligible D.C. cost, however, with the proposed changes in the through the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 (Bill 185) proposes to reintroduce studies as an eligible D.C. cost. As such, studies have been identified and calculated herein (as a class of service). If the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 (Bill 185) is enacted prior to Council’s consideration of the by-law, studies will be included in the schedule to the D.C.by-law.

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developments. Payments with respect to rental housing and institutional development pay their D.C.s over six (6) annual installments. Applications with respect to a site plan or zoning by-law amendment have their D.C. determined at the rates in effect at the time of planning application if the building permit for the proposed development is issued within two (2) years of planning application approval. The provisions of the D.C.A. override the provisions of the current by-law.

2.4 Approvals for Development The D.C.s shall be imposed on all lands, buildings, or structures that are developed for residential or non-residential uses if the development requires: •

The passing of a zoning by-law or an amendment thereto;

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The approval of a minor variance; A conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under Subsection 50(7 of the Planning Act; The approval of a plan of subdivision;

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• A consent; • The approval under the Condominium Act; or The issuance of a building permit.

2.5 Indexing D.C.s within the by-law shall be adjusted annually on the anniversary date of the D.C. by-law (i.e., August 6th) without amendment to the by-law, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly, Non-Residential Building Construction Price Index.

2.6 Redevelopment Allowance Where, as a result of the redevelopment of land, a building or structure is to be demolished, in whole or in part, or converted from one principal use to another principal use on the same land, in order to facilitate the redevelopment, the development charges otherwise payable with respect to such redevelopment shall be reduced by the following amounts:

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the number of dwelling units demolished/converted multiplied by the applicable residential development charge in place at the time the development charge is payable; and/or the gross floor area of the building demolished/converted multiplied by the current non-residential development charge in place at the time the development charge is payable,

provided that such amounts shall not exceed, in total, the amount of the development charges otherwise payable with respect to the redevelopment. Where the development includes the conversion from one use (the “first use”) to another use, the credit shall be based on the development charges calculated at the current development charge rates, that would be payable as development charges in respect of the first use.

2.7 Exemptions The following non-statutory exemptions are provided under By-law 2019-48: •

A bona fide agricultural use or farm building; and

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A place of worship and land used in connection therewith, and a churchyard, cemetery, and burial ground exempt from taxation.

It is noted that statutory exemptions resulting from D.C.A. amendments as noted in Chapter 1, must also be witness by the Township even though they may not be currently reflected in the existing by-law.

2.8 Current Development Charges The Township’s current D.C.s for residential and non-residential development are shown in Table 2-1, as per By-law 2019-48.

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Table 2-1 Township of South Frontenac Current Schedule of D.C. As of August 6, 2023

Service

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

RESIDENTIAL Apartments Apartments - 2 Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Bedroom

NON-RESIDENTIAL Other Multiples

Special Care/Special Dwelling Units

(per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area)

Municipal Wide “Hard” Services: Services Related to a Highway

9,586

7,683

6,266

4,379

3,841

6.46

Fire Protection Services

1,429

1,145

934

653

573

0.96

Police and Other Facilities

196

157

127

0.13

Engineering Services - Studies

117

0.07

Total Municipal Wide “Hard” Services

$11,329

$9,079

$7,404

$5,175

$4,540

$7.62

Municipal Wide “Soft” Services: Parks and Recreation

1,386

1,110

906

633

555

0.46

Library Services

0.03

Community Based Studies

306

246

200

140

123

0.20

Total Municipal Wide “Soft” Services

$1,791

$1,436

$1,170

$818

$717

$0.69

Total Municipal Wide Services

$13,120

$10,515

$8,574

$5,993

$5,257

$8.31

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Chapter 3 Anticipated Development in the Township of South Frontenac

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Anticipated Development in the Township of South Frontenac 3.1 Requirement of the Act The growth forecast contained in this chapter (with supplemental tables in Appendix A) provides for the anticipated development for which the Township will be required to provide services over a 10-year (mid-2024 to mid-2034) and a longer-term (mid-2024 to mid-2039) time horizon. Chapter 4 provides the methodology for calculating a D.C. as per the D.C.A. Figure 4-1 presents this methodology graphically. It is noted in the first box of the schematic that in order to determine the D.C. that may be imposed, it is a requirement of subsection 5 (1) of the D.C.A. that “the anticipated amount, type and location of development, for which development charges can be imposed, must be estimated.”

3.2 Basis of Population, Household and Non-Residential Gross Floor Area Forecast Watson was retained by the Township of South Frontenac to undertake a detailed Population, Housing, and Employment Growth Study Update to 2051. The technical results of this work are reflected in the D.C. growth forecast and a formal report summarizing these findings is forthcoming in the summer of 2024. In preparing the growth forecast, the following information sources were consulted to assess the residential and non-residential development potential for the Township over the forecast period, including: •

Township of South Frontenac Growth Analysis Study, 2016 to 2046, November 2020, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.;

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Township of South Frontenac 2019 Development Charges Study, April 2019, and Addendum Report, June 2019, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.

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2011, 2016 and 2021 population, household, and employment Census data; Historical residential building permit data over the 2014 to 2023 period;

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Residential and non-residential supply opportunities as identified by Township of South Frontenac staff; and

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Discussions from Township staff regarding anticipated residential and nonresidential development in the Township of South Frontenac.

3.3 Summary of Growth Forecast A detailed analysis of the residential and non-residential growth forecasts is provided in Appendix A and the methodology employed is illustrated in Figure 3-1. The discussion provided herein summarizes the anticipated growth for the Township and describes the basis for the forecast. The results of the residential growth forecast analysis are summarized in Table 3-1 below, and Schedule 1 in Appendix A. As identified in Table 3-1 and Appendix A – Schedule 1, permanent population in the Township of South Frontenac (excluding census undercount) is anticipated to reach approximately 22,160 by mid-2034 and by 23,280 mid-2039 resulting in an increase of approximately 1,500 and 2,620 persons, respectively.[1] In addition to this growth, it is forecast the Township will grow to a total seasonal population of approximately 11,200 by mid-2034 and 11,400 by mid-2039, resulting in an increase of 440 and 650 persons, respectively. In total, the combined permanent and seasonal population in the Township is expected to reach approximately 34,700 by mid-2039.

[1] The population figures used in the calculation of the 2024 D.C. exclude the net

Census undercount, which is estimated at approximately 2.5%. Population figures presented herein have been rounded.

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Figure 3-1 Population and Household Forecast Model DEMAND

SUPPLY

Residential Units in the Development Process

Historical Housing Construction

Intensification Forecast of Residential Units

Employment Market by Local Municipality, Economic Outlook Local, Region and Provincial

Designated Lands

Servicing Capacity Occupancy Assumptions

Gross Population Increase

Decline in Existing Population

Net Population Increase

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Table 3-1 Township of South Frontenac Residential Growth Forecast Summary Excluding Census Undercount Permanent Population (Including Census Undercount)

Incremental

Forecast

Historical

Year

Permanent [1] Population

Institutional Population

Permanent Population Excluding [1] Institutional

Housing Units

Total Seasonal Permanent and Population Seasonal Population

Singles & SemiDetached

Conversions

Singles & Semi Detached Family With Conversions

Multiples

[2]

Apartments

[3]

Other

Total Households

Total w/ Conversions

Seasonal Households

Total Households w/ Conversions Including Seasonal

Permanent Equivalent Person Per Institutional Unit (P.P.U.) Households

Permanent + 100% Seasonal Person Per Unit (P.P.U.)

Mid 2011

18,571

18,113

18,085

10,465

28,578

6,526

136

6,802

2,875

9,677

2.66

2.95

Mid 2016

19,118

18,646

18,585

10,610

29,256

6,920

140

7,190

2,915

10,105

2.59

2.90

Mid 2021

20,699

20,188

20,140

10,100

30,288

7,685

125

7,935

2,775

10,710

2.54

2.83

Mid 2024

21,186

20,663

20,614

10,755

31,418

7,898

-180

7,718

125

8,148

7,968

2,955

10,923

2.54

2.83

Mid 2034

22,725

22,164

22,112

11,195

33,359

8,738

8,616

213

9,112

8,990

3,075

12,066

2.43

2.74

Mid 2039

23,872

23,283

23,230

11,405

34,688

9,183

9,090

107

289

9,664

9,571

3,133

12,705

2.41

2.71

Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

546

533

500

145

678

394

-43

388

428

Mid 2016 - Mid 2021

1,581

1,542

-13

1,555

-510

1,032

765

-15

-5

745

-140

605

-11

Mid 2021 - Mid 2024

487

475

474

655

1,130

213

-180

213

180

213

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

1,539

1,501

1,498

440

1,941

840

898

964

1,022

120

1,143

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

2,686

2,620

2,616

650

3,270

1,285

1,372

164

1,516

1,603

178

1,782

[1]

Population excludes the Census undercount estimated at approximately 2.5% and has been rounded. Includes townhouses and apartments in duplexes. [3] Includes bachelor, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom+ apartment units. Notes: Numbers may not add due to rounding. Source: Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. [2]

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Figure 3-2 Township of South Frontenac Annual Housing Forecast[1]

140 131 124 120

114 99

Housing Units

100

114

124

131

124

114

84 71

65 60

70 65

Historical

Low Density

Medium Density

Years High Density

Conversions

Seasonal

Historical Average

[1]

Growth forecast represents calendar year. Source: Historical housing activity derived from Township of South Frontenac building permit data (2014 to 2023) by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.

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Provided below is a summary of the key assumptions and findings regarding the Township’s D.C. growth forecast: •

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Unit Mix (Appendix A - Schedules 1, 5 and 6) •

The housing unit mix for the Township was derived from a detailed review of historical development activity (as per Schedule 6), as well as active residential development applications (as per Schedule 5) and discussions with Township staff regarding anticipated development trends for the Township of South Frontenac.

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Based on the above indicators, the mid-2024 to mid-2039 permanent new household growth forecast for the Township is comprised of a unit mix of 85% low density units (single detached and semi-detached), 4% medium density (multiples except apartments) and 11% high density (bachelor, 1 bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments).

Planning Period •

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Short-term and longer-term time horizons are required for the D.C. process. The D.C.A. limits the planning horizon for transit services to a 10-year planning horizon. All other services can utilize a longer planning period if the Township has identified the growth-related capital infrastructure needs associated with the longer-term growth planning period.

Population in New Housing Units (Appendix A - Schedules 2, 3, and 4) •

The number of housing units to be constructed by mid-2039 in the Township over the forecast period is presented in Table 3-1. Over the longer term forecast period, the Township is anticipated to average approximately 101 new permanent housing units per year and six seasonal-to-permanent conversions per year, to accommodate approximately an additional 2,620 people (in 1,520 new households).

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The Township is forecast to increase by approximately twelve net seasonal units annually, bringing the combined total to 113 total new units annually (excluding conversions).

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Institutional population is anticipated to increase by approximately four people between mid-2024 to mid-2039[1].

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Population in new units is derived from Schedules 2, 3 and 4, which incorporate historical development activity, anticipated units (see unit mix discussion) and average persons per unit (P.P.U.) by dwelling type for new units. Schedule 7a summarizes the average P.P.U. assumed for new housing units by age and type of dwelling based on Statistics Canada 2021 custom Census data for the Township. Due to data limitations medium and high density P.P.U. data was derived from the Frontenac Census Division which includes the Township of South Frontenac and is outlined in Schedule 7b. The total calculated P.P.U. for all density types has been adjusted accordingly to account for the P.P.U. trends which have been recently experienced in both new and older units. Forecasted 15-year average P.P.U.s by dwelling type are as follows: o Low density: 2.847 o Medium density: 2.372 o High density: 1.578

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Existing Units and Population Change (Appendix A – Schedules 2, 3 and 4) •

Existing households for mid-2024 are based on the 2021 Census households, plus estimated residential units constructed between mid-2021 to the beginning of the growth period, assuming a minimum six-month lag between construction and occupancy (see Schedule 2).

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The change in average occupancy levels for existing housing units is calculated in Schedules 2 through 4[2]. The forecast population change in existing households over the mid-2024 to mid-2039 forecast period is forecast to decline by approximately 1,700.

[1] Change in occupancy levels for existing households occurs due to aging of the

population and family life cycle changes, lower fertility rates and changing economic conditions. [2] Institutional population largely includes special care facilities such as nursing home or residences for senior citizens. A P.P.U. of 1.100 depicts 1-bedroom and 2-or-morebedroom units in collective households.

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Employment (Appendix A – Schedules 9a and 9b) •

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The employment projections provided herein are largely based on the activity rate method, which is defined as the number of jobs in the Township divided by the number of residents. Key employment sectors include primary, industrial, commercial/population-related, institutional, and work at home, which are considered individually below. Mid-2016 employment data (place of work) for the Township is outlined in Schedule 9a. The 2016 employment base is comprised of the following sectors[1],[2]: o 40 primary (2%); o 775 work at home employment (37%); o 218 industrial (10%); o 523 commercial/population-related (26%); and o 520 institutional (25%).

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The mid-2016 employment by usual place of work, including work at home, is 2,075. An additional 313 employees have been identified for the Township in mid-2016 that have no fixed place of work (N.F.P.O.W.).[3]

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Total employment, including work at home and N.F.P.O.W. for the Township is anticipated to reach approximately 2,980 by mid-2034 and 3,130 by mid2039. This represents an employment increase of approximately 210 for the 10-year forecast period and 370 for the longer-term forecast period.

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Schedule 9b, Appendix A, summarizes the employment forecast, excluding work at home employment and N.F.P.O.W. employment, which is the basis for the D.C. employment forecast. The impact on township services from work at home employees has already been included in the population

[1] No fixed place of work is defined by Statistics Canada as “persons who do not go

from home to the same workplace location at the beginning of each shift. Such persons include building and landscape contractors, travelling salespersons, independent truck drivers, etc.” [2] 2016 employment is based on Statistics Canada 2016 Place of Work Employment dataset by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. [3] Statistics Canada 2021 Census place of work employment data has been reviewed. The 2021 Census employment results have not been utilized due to a significant increase in work at home employment captured due to Census enumeration occurring during the provincial COVID-19 lockdown from April 1, 2021, to June 14, 2021.

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forecast. The need for township services related to N.F.P.O.W. employees has largely been included in the employment forecast by usual place of work (i.e., employment and gross floor area generated from N.F.P.O.W. construction employment). Furthermore, since these employees have no fixed work address, they cannot be captured in the non-residential G.F.A. calculation. Accordingly, work at home and N.F.P.O.W. employees have been removed from the D.C.A. employment forecast and calculation. •

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Total employment for the Township (excluding work at home and N.F.P.O.W. employment) is anticipated to reach approximately 1,620 by mid-2034 and 1,730 by mid-2039. This represents an employment increase of 150 for the 10-year forecast period and 260 for the longer-term forecast period.

Non-Residential Sq.ft. Estimates (G.F.A.), (Appendix A - Schedule 9b) •

Square footage estimates were calculated in Schedule 9b based on the following employee density assumptions: o 1,500 sq.ft. per employee for industrial; o 500 sq.ft. per employee for commercial/population-related; and o 700 sq.ft. per employee for institutional employment.

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The Township-wide incremental G.F.A. is anticipated to increase by approximately 118,000 sq.ft. over the 10-year forecast and 198,000 sq. ft. over the longer-term forecast period.

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In terms of percentage growth, the mid-2024 to mid-2039 incremental G.F.A. forecast by sector is broken down as follows: o industrial - 36%; o commercial/population-related - 25%; and o institutional - 39%.

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Chapter 4 The Approach to the Calculation of the Charge

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The Approach to the Calculation of the Charge 4.1 Introduction This chapter addresses the requirements of subsection 5 (1) of the D.C.A. with respect to the establishment of the need for service which underpins the D.C. calculation. These requirements are illustrated schematically in Figure 4-1.

4.2 Services Potentially Involved Table 4-1 lists the full range of municipal services that are provided within municipalities and indicates the D.C. eligible service components included in the D.C. background study for the Township. A number of these services are not included in the list of eligible services provided in subsection 2 (4) of the D.C.A. as being ineligible for inclusion in D.C.s. These are shown as “ineligible” on Table 4-1B (as per the legend in Table 4-1A). Two ineligible costs defined in subsection 5 (3) of the D.C.A. are “computer equipment” and “rolling stock with an estimated useful life of (less than) seven years.” In addition, local roads are covered separately under subdivision agreements and related means (as are other local services). Services that are potentially eligible for inclusion in the Township’s D.C. are indicated with a “Yes.”

4.3 Increase in the Need for Service The D.C. calculation commences with an estimate of “the increase in the need for service attributable to the anticipated development,” for each service to be covered by the by-law. There must be some form of link or attribution between the anticipated development and the estimated increase in the need for service. While the need could conceivably be expressed generally in terms of units of capacity, subsection 5 (1) 3, which requires that Township Council indicate that it intends to ensure that such an increase in need will be met, suggests that a project-specific expression of need would be most appropriate.

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Figure 4-1 TheThe Process of Calculating a Development Charge under the Act that must be followed Process of Calculating a Development Charge under the Act that must be followed Anticipated Development 1. Tax Base, User Rates, etc.

Ineligible Services

Estimated Increase in Need for Service Subdivision Agreements and Consent Provisions

Ceiling Re: Increased Need

Specified Local Services

D.C. Needs By Service

Needs That Will Be Met

Examination of the Long-term Capital and Operating Costs for Capital Infrastructure 6.

Asset Management Plan for All Capital Projects to be Funded by D.C.s 7.

Less: Uncommitted Excess Capacity 10.

Less: Benefit To Existing Development 11.

Less: Grants, Subsidies and Other 12. Contributions

Non-Transit Services Historical Service Standard 4a.

Transit Services Forward-looking Service 4b. Standard

Non-Transit Services Financially Sustainable 7a. Transit Services Detailed Requirements 7b.

D.C. Net Capital Costs Financing, Inflation and Investment Considerations 14.

Costs for new development vs. existing development for the term of the by-law and the balance of the period 13.

D.C. By-law(s) Spatial Applicability 15.

Amount of the Charge By Type of Development (including apportionment of costs - residential and 16. non-residential)

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Table 4-1A Categories of Township Services to be Addressed as Part of the Calculation – Eligibility Legend Eligibility for Inclusion in the D.C. Calculation Yes No n/a Ineligible

Description Township provides the service – service has been included in the D.C. calculation. Township provides the service – service has not been included in the D.C. calculation. Township does not provide the service. Service is ineligible for inclusion in the D.C. calculation.

Table 4-1B Categories of Township Services to be Addressed as Part of the Calculation Categories of Township Services

Inclusion in the D.C. Calculation No

Water supply services, including distribution and treatment services

Wastewater services, including sewers and treatment services

Stormwater Drainage and Control Services

n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

Service Components 1.1 Treatment plants, Water Supply, and Storage Facilities 1.2 Distribution systems 1.3 Local systems 1.4 Vehicles and equipment1 2.1 Treatment plants 2.2 Sewage trunks 2.3 Local systems 2.4 Vehicles and equipment1 3.1 Main channels and drainage trunks 3.2 Channel connections 3.3 Retention/detention ponds

1 with a 7+ year useful life

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Categories of Township Services

Inclusion in the D.C. Calculation Yes Yes

Services Related to a Highway

Electrical Power Services

Transit Services

Waste Diversion Services

Policing Services

Fire Protection Services

Ambulance Services
Services provided by a board within the meaning of the Public Libraries Act
Services Related to LongTerm Care

No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes n/a n/a Yes n/a n/a n/a n/a

Service Components 4.1 Arterial roads 4.2 Bridges, Culverts and Roundabouts 4.3 Local municipal roads 4.4 Laneways and private roads 4.5 Traffic signals 4.6 Sidewalks and streetlights 4.7 Active Transportation 4.8 Works Yard 4.9 Rolling stock1 5.1 Electrical substations 5.2 Electrical distribution system 5.3 Electrical system rolling stock1 6.1 Transit vehicles1 & facilities 6.2 Other transit infrastructure 7.1 Waste diversion facilities 7.2 Waste diversion vehicles and equipment1 8.1 Police detachments 8.2 Police rolling stock1 8.3 Small equipment and gear 9.1 Fire stations 9.2 Fire Vehicles1 9.3 Fire Equipment and gear 10.1 Ambulance station space 10.2 Vehicles1 11.1 Public library space (incl. furniture and equipment) 11.2 Library vehicles1 11.3 Library materials 12.1 Long-Term Care space 12.2 Vehicles1

1 with a 7+ year useful life

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Categories of Township Services

Inclusion in the D.C. Calculation Ineligible

Parks and Recreation Services

Yes Yes Yes

Yes 14. Services Related to Public Health

n/a n/a

Child Care and Early Years Programs and Services within the meaning of Part VI of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and any related services.

n/a n/a

Services related to proceedings under the Provincial Offences Act, including by-law enforcement services and municipally administered court services

n/a

Services Related to Emergency Preparedness
Services Related to Airports
Other

Service Components 13.1 Acquisition of land for parks, woodlots, and E.S.A.s 13.2 Development of municipal parks 13.3 Parks rolling stock1 and yards 13.4 Facilities, such as arenas, indoor pools, fitness facilities, community centres, etc. 13.5 Recreation vehicles and equipment1 14.1 Public Health department space 14.2 Public Health department vehicles1 15.1 Childcare space 15.2 Vehicles1

n/a

16.1 P.O.A. space, including by-law enforcement and municipally administered court services 16.2 Vehicles1

n/a n/a

17.1 Emergency Preparedness Space 17.2 Equipment

Ineligible Ineligible n/a

18.1 Airports 18.2 Other Airports 20.1 Interest on money borrowed to pay for growth-related capital

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4.4 Local Service Policy Some of the need for services generated by additional development consists of local services related to a plan of subdivision. As such, they will be required as a condition of subdivision agreements or consent conditions. The Township’s Local Service Policy is included in Appendix E.

4.5 Capital Forecast Paragraph 7 of subsection 5 (1) of the D.C.A. requires that “the capital costs necessary to provide the increased services must be estimated.” The Act goes on to require two potential cost reductions and the regulation sets out the way in which such costs are to be presented. These requirements are outlined below. These estimates involve capital costing of the increased services discussed above. This entails costing actual projects or the provision of service units, depending on how each service has been addressed. The capital costs include: a. costs to acquire land or an interest therein (including a leasehold interest); b. costs to improve land; c. costs to acquire, lease, construct or improve buildings and structures; d. costs to acquire, lease or improve facilities, including rolling stock (with a useful life of 7 or more years), furniture and equipment (other than computer equipment), materials acquired for library circulation, reference, or information purposes; and e. interest on money borrowed to pay for the above-referenced costs. In order for an increase in need for service to be included in the D.C. calculation, Township Council must indicate “that it intends to ensure that such an increase in need will be met” (subsection 5 (1) 3). This can be done if the increase in service forms part of a Council-approved Official Plan, capital forecast, or similar expression of the intention of Council (O. Reg. 82/98 section 3). The capital program contained herein reflects the Township’s approved master servicing/needs studies, along with the prior D.C. study.

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4.6 Treatment of Credits Section 8, paragraph 5, of O. Reg. 82/98 indicates that a D.C. background study must set out “the estimated value of credits that are being carried forward relating to the service.” Subsection 17, paragraph 4, of the same regulation indicates that, “…the value of the credit cannot be recovered from future D.C.s,” if the credit pertains to an ineligible service. This implies that a credit for eligible services can be recovered from future D.C.s. As a result, this provision should be made in the calculation, in order to avoid a funding shortfall with respect to future service needs. Currently, there are no outstanding credits to be included in the D.C. calculations.

4.7 Class of Services Section 7 of the D.C.A. states that a D.C. by-law may provide for any D.C. eligible service or the capital costs with respect to those services. Further, a class may be composed of any number or combination of services and may include parts or portions of each D.C. eligible services. With respect to growth-related studies, section 7(3) of the D.C.A. states that: “For greater certainty, a development charge by-law may provide for a class consisting of studies in respect of any service listed in subsection 2 (4) whose capital costs are described in paragraphs 5 and 6 of subsection 5 (3)”. These provisions allow for services to be grouped together to create a class for the purposes of the D.C. by-law and D.C. reserve funds. Currently the growth studies have been provided as a class of service for purposes of calculating the potential additional D.C.s, in the event that Bill 185 is enacted.

4.8 Existing Reserve Funds Section 35 of the D.C.A. states that: “The money in a reserve fund established for a service may be spent only for capital costs determined under paragraphs 2 to 7 of subsection 5 (1).”

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There is no explicit requirement under the D.C.A. calculation method set out in s. 5 (1) to net the outstanding reserve fund balance as part of making the D.C. calculation; however, section 35 does restrict the way in which the funds are used in future. For services that are subject to a per-capita-based, service level “cap,” the reserve fund balance should be applied against the development-related costs for which the charge was imposed once the project is constructed (i.e., the needs of recent growth). This cost component is distinct from the development-related costs for the next 10-year period, which underlie the D.C. calculation herein. The alternative would involve the Township spending all reserve fund monies prior to renewing each by-law, which would not be a sound basis for capital budgeting. Thus, the Township will use these reserve funds for the Township’s cost share of applicable development-related projects, which are required but have not yet been undertaken, as a way of directing the funds to the benefit of the development which contributed them (rather than to future development, which will generate the need for additional facilities directly proportionate to future growth). The Township D.C. reserve fund balance by service as of December 31, 2023, is provided in Table 4-2. These balances have been considered in the D.C. calculations: Table 4-2 Township of South Frontenac Projected Development Charge Reserve Fund Balances As of December 31, 2023 Service Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Growth Studies Waste Diversion Total

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Totals $1,606,049.07 ($16,961.50) $250,599.14 $202,858.14 $102,289.43 ($16,712.16) $7,600.26 $2,135,722.38

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4.9 Deductions The D.C.A. potentially requires that four deductions be made to the increase in the need for service. These relate to: • •

the historical level of service ceiling; uncommitted excess capacity;

• •

benefit to existing development; and anticipated grants, subsidies, and other contributions.

The requirements behind each of these reductions are addressed below.

4.9.1 Reduction Require by Historical Level of Service Ceiling This is designed to ensure that the increase in need included in section 4.3 does “not include an increase that would result in the level of service [for the additional development increment] exceeding the average historical level of the service provided in the municipality over the 15-year period immediately preceding the preparation of the background study” (D.C.A., subsection 5 (1) 4). O. Reg. 82/98 (section 4) goes further to indicate that “both the quantity and quality of a service shall be taken into account in determining the level of service and the average level of service.” In many cases, this can be done by establishing a quantity measure in terms of units as floor area, land area, or road length per capita and a quality measure, in terms of the average cost of providing such units based on replacement costs, engineering standards, or recognized performance measurement systems, depending on circumstances. When the quantity and quality factors are multiplied together, they produce a measure of the level of service, which meets the requirements of the Act, i.e., cost per unit. The average historical service level calculation sheets for each service component in the D.C. calculation are set out in Appendix B.

4.9.2 Reduction for Uncommitted Excess Capacity Paragraph 5 of subsection 5 (1) requires a deduction from the increase in the need for service attributable to the anticipated development that can be met using the Township’s “excess capacity,” other than excess capacity which is “committed.”

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“Excess capacity” is undefined, but in this case must be able to meet some or all of the increase in need for service, in order to potentially represent a deduction. The deduction of uncommitted excess capacity from the future increase in the need for service would normally occur as part of the conceptual planning and feasibility work associated with justifying and sizing new facilities, (e.g., if a road widening to accommodate increased traffic is not required because sufficient excess capacity is already available, then widening would not be included as an increase in need, in the first instance).

4.9.3 Reduction for Benefit to Existing Development Section 5 (1) 6 of the D.C.A. provides that, “The increase in the need for service must be reduced by the extent to which an increase in service to meet the increased need would benefit existing development.” The general guidelines used to consider benefit to existing development included: •

the repair or unexpanded replacement of existing assets that are in need of repair;

• •

an increase in average service level of quantity or quality; the elimination of a chronic servicing problem not created by growth; and

•

providing services where none previously existed (generally considered for water or wastewater services).

This step involves a further reduction in the need, by the extent to which such an increase in service would benefit existing development. The level of service cap in section 4.9.1 is related but is not the identical requirement. Sanitary, storm, and water trunks are highly localized to growth areas and can be more readily allocated in this regard than other services such as services related to a highway, which do not have a fixed service area. Where existing development has an adequate service level which will not be tangibly increased by an increase in service, no benefit would appear to be involved. For example, where expanding existing library facilities simply replicates what existing residents are receiving, they receive limited (or no) benefit as a result. On the other hand, where a clear existing service problem is to be remedied, a deduction should be made accordingly.

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In the case of services such as recreation facilities, community parks, libraries, etc., the service is typically provided on a Township-wide system basis. For example, facilities of the same type may provide different services (i.e., leisure pool vs. competitive pool), different programs (i.e., hockey vs. figure skating), and different time availability for the same service (i.e., leisure skating available on Wednesdays in one arena and Thursdays in another). As a result, residents will travel to different facilities to access the services they want at the times they wish to use them, and facility location generally does not correlate directly with residence location. Even where it does, displacing users from an existing facility to a new facility frees up capacity for use by others and generally results in only a limited benefit to existing development. Further, where an increase in demand is not met for a number of years, a negative service impact to existing development is involved for a portion of the planning period.

4.9.4 Reduction for Anticipated Grants, Subsidies, and Other Contributions This step involves reducing the capital costs necessary to provide the increased services by capital grants, subsidies, and other contributions (including direct developer contributions required due to the local service policy) made or anticipated by Council and in accordance with various rules such as the attribution between the share related to new vs. existing development. That is, some grants and contributions may not specifically be applicable to growth or where Council targets fundraising as a measure to offset impacts on taxes (O. Reg. 82/98, section 6).

4.10 Township-wide vs. Area-Specific This step involves determining whether all of the subject costs are to be recovered on a uniform municipal-wide basis or whether some or all are to be recovered on an areaspecific basis. Under the amended D.C.A., it is now mandatory to “consider” area-rating of services (providing charges for specific areas and services); however, it is not mandatory to implement area rating. The calculated D.C.s herein are based on a Township-wide basis.

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4.11 Allocation by Type of Development This step involves relating the costs involved to anticipated development for each period under consideration and using allocations between residential and non-residential development and between one type of development and another, to arrive at a schedule of charges.

4.12 Asset Management The legislation now requires that a D.C. background study must include an asset management plan (subsection 10 (2) c.2). The asset management plan (A.M.P.) must deal with all assets that are proposed to be funded, in whole or in part, by D.C.s. The current regulations provide very extensive and specific requirements for the A.M.P. related to transit services (as noted in the subsequent subsection); however, they are silent with respect to how the A.M.P. is to be provided for all other services. As part of any A.M.P., the examination should be consistent with the municipality’s existing assumptions, approaches, and policies on asset management planning. This examination has been included in Appendix F.

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Chapter 5 D.C. Eligible Cost Analysis by Service

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D.C. Eligible Cost Analysis by Service and Class of Service 5.1 Introduction This chapter outlines the basis for calculating eligible costs for the D.C.s to be applied on a uniform basis for the defined service areas. In each case, the required calculation process set out in subsection 5 (1) paragraphs 2 to 7 in the D.C.A., and described in Chapter 4, was followed in determining D.C. eligible costs. The service component is evaluated on two format sheets: • •

The service standards that provide the average historical 15-year level of service calculation (see Appendix B), which “caps” the D.C. amounts; and The infrastructure cost calculation, which determines the potential D.C. recoverable cost.

The nature of the capital projects and timing identified in the Chapter reflect Council’s current intention. Over time, however, Township projects and Council priorities may change; accordingly, Council’s intentions may be altered, and different capital projects (and timing) may be necessary to meet the need for services required by new growth.

5.2 Service Levels and 10-Year Capital Costs for Townshipwide D.C. Services Calculation This section evaluates the development-related capital requirements for Township services under a 10-year planning period.

5.2.1 Parks and Recreation Services The Township provides a variety of parks and recreation-related assets to service the community. Currently, the Township has 124 acres of parkland within its jurisdiction consisting of various sized parks. It also maintains 92 parkland amenities within the boundaries of the parks, such as baseball fields, soccer fields, playgrounds, dog parks, washrooms, and gazebos, etc. Further, there are currently five recreation facilities provided by the Township, in addition to the Frontenac Community Arena which is

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shared with Central Frontenac based on the annual operating deficit (which the capital is also shared based on), with 59% attributable to South Frontenac and 41% attributable to Central Frontenac. These six facilities provide a total of 28,936 sq.ft. of space. The Township also provides for a Zamboni and Ice Edger at the Frontenac Community Arena (of which South Frontenac is responsible for 59% of the cost) along with 5 other vehicles related to park operations. As such, the total inventory of assets related to Parks and Recreation Services over the past 15-years results in an invested level of service of $1,362 per capita. When applied to the 10-year forecast population, a maximum D.C. eligible cost of approximately $2.64 million is applicable. The Township undertook a Recreation, Parks & Leisure Master Plan, in May of 2022, which identify the need for community park space, facilities, and amenities to address growth based on population and employment projections. Table 5-1 provides the associated 10-year capital program for Parks and Recreation Services. The capital program includes a new park summer camp building, new indoor recreation facility space and additional parkland development, with total gross capital cost of approximately $6.16 million over the 10-year forecast period. A post-period benefit deduction of approximately $1.31 million was applied to recognize the benefit to the population beyond the 10-year forecast. Further deductions related to the benefit to the existing development of $2 million was applied, along with an adjustment to recognize the balance in the existing reserve fund of $202,858. As a result, approximately $2.64 million has been included in the calculation of the charge. As the predominant users of Parks and Recreation Services tend to be residents of the Township, the forecast D.C. recoverable costs have been allocated 95% to future residential development and 5% to future non-residential development. Therefore, approximately $2.64 million, and $0.13 million has been allocated to residential and non-residential developments, respectively.

5.2.2 Library Services While the County of Frontenac is responsible for the provision of library collection items, the Kingston/Frontenac Public Library Board, the Township is required to provide facility space for library services. The Township owns three (3) library facilities which provides library services to the community. All facilities provide a total of 7,384 sq.ft. of space. Based on the level of investment, the average level of service provided has been $94

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per capita. In total, the maximum D.C. eligible amount for library services over the 10year forecast period is $182,221. Table 5-2 provides the capital program for Library Services for the 10-year forecast period. The Library Board has identified the need for expansions as well as a new outdoor reading garden to be undertaken between over the 10-year forecast period. The capital program included a total gross capital cost of approximately $7.87 million over the 2024-2033 forecast period. As the Township’s space per capita is currently below the standard that the Library Board is planning for, a significant deduction related to the space that would benefit the existing development (to increase space based on the Library Boards standard), of approximately $7.69 million has been made. A further deduction of $102,289 was made to reflect the existing D.C. reserve funds available to address these needs, in part. As a result, the total D.C. recoverable cost included in the calculation of the charge is $182,111. Similar to Parks and Recreation Services, the forecast D.C. recoverable costs have been allocated 95% to residential development and 5% to non-residential development. Therefore, approximately $173,005, and $9,106 have been allocated to future residential and non-residential development types, respectively.

5.2.3 Waste Diversion Services The Township provides a household hazardous waste depot to assist in diverting hazardous materials from the landfill site. In addition, recycle material bins are available for drop off and a truck is used to transport the waste diversion materials where required. The Township maintains 1,087 sq.ft. of facility space related to waste diversion and 10.5 vehicles and equipment items. Therefore, the average level of service over the past 15 years is approximately $9 per capita. Based on the application of this level of service to the incremental 10-year forecast growth, the Township would be eligible to collect $17,585 from D.C.s over the forecast period. As provided on Table 5-3, the growth-related capital needs for this service includes a provision for acquisition of additional assets related to waste diversion, providing a gross capital cost of approximately $17,500. No deductions have been made, as the provision is available for incremental additional assets to service the 10-year forecasted growth. As a result, a total D.C. recoverable cost of $17,500 has been included in the calculation of the charge, with $16,275 (93%) attributable to residential development

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and $1,225 (7%) attributable to non-residential development, which is based on the incremental growth in population to employment for the 10-year forecast period.

5.2.4 Growth-Related Studies Upon enactment of Bill 185, the Township intends to remove of the mandatory phase-in of charges and include the cost of growth-related studies in the charge. The growthrelated studies anticipated for inclusion are as follows: •

Development Charge Studies;

• •

Official Plan Update; Growth Management Studies;

• •

Transportation Master Plan; Recreation Master Plan Update;

• •

Fire Master Plan; Community Risk Assessment;

• •

Boat Access Study; Facility Condition Assessment; and

•

Climate Change and Adaptation Study.

The list of growth-related studies has an estimated gross capital cost of approximately $1.48 million, in addition, the deficit in the current D.C. reserve fund of $16,712 has been included. The net D.C. recoverable cost of $1.11 million has been included for calculation purposes, after deductions related to the benefit to existing development, and the portion of studies that do not relate to D.C.-eligible services. Table 5-4 provides the summary of the class of service for growth studies. The growth studies will be added to the schedule of charges in the by-law if Bill 185 is proclaimed.

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Table 5-1 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Parks and Recreation Services Proj. No.

1 2 3 4

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development 2024 to 2033 Provision for Additional Parkland Development New park summer camp building at Centennial Park New Indoor Recreation Facility Reserve Fund Adjustment

Timing (year)

2024-2033 2025-2027 2027-2033

Total

1,660,000 500,000 4,000,000

240,700 73,500 1,000,000

1,419,300 426,500 3,000,000

2,000,000 202,858

Less: Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

6,160,000

1,314,200

4,845,800

2,202,858

Gross Capital Post Period Cost Estimate Benefit (2024$)

Other Deductions

Net Capital Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost NonResidential Residential Share Total Share 95% 5% 1,419,300 1,348,335 70,965 426,500 405,175 21,325 1,000,000 950,000 50,000 (202,858) (192,715) (10,143) 2,642,942

2,510,795

132,147

Table 5-2 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Library Services

Proj. No.

1 2 3 4

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development

2024 to 2033 Expansion to Storrington Branch (2,500 sq.ft.) Verona Branch Replacement and Expanson (5,000 sq.ft. facility) Outdoor reading Garden at Sydenham Branch Reserve Fund Adjustment Total

Timing (year)

Gross Capital Cost Estimate (2024$)

Post Period Benefit

2024-2025

2,702,000

2026-2030 2026-2030

Other Deductions

Less:

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

95% 261,345

5% 13,755

Net Capital Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

2,702,000

2,426,900

5,010,000

158,000

148,700 102,289

9,300 (102,289)

8,835 (97,175)

465 (5,114)

7,870,000

7,687,889

182,111

173,005

9,106

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Table 5-3 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Waste Diversion Services

Proj. No.

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development 2024 to 2033 Provision for Additional Assets Total

Timing (year)

2024-2033

Gross Capital Cost Estimate (2024$)

Post Period Other Net Capital Benefit Deductions Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

17,500

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Total

Residential Share

17,500

93% 16,275

17,500

16,275

NonResidential Share 7% 1,225 1,225

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Less: Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

Table 5-4 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Growth-Related Studies Class of Service Proj. No.

1 1a 1b 1c 1d 1e 1f 2 2a 2b 2c 2d 2e 2f 3 3a 3b 3c 3d 3e 3f 4 4a 4b 4c 4d 4e 4f 5 5a 5b 5c 5d 5e 5f

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Timing Timing Development (year) (year) To From 2024 to 2033 Development Charges Study: Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Sub-total Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Update Sub-total Development Charges Study Update Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Development Charges Study Sub-total Development Charges Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Sub-total Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Growth Management Study Sub-total Growth Management Study

Timing (year)

Other Gross Capital Gross Deductions Cost Net Capital Capital Cost Post Period (to recognize Estimate Service to Which Project Relates Cost Benefit Estimate benefit to nonTotal (2024$) D.C. services) (2024$)

Less: Grants, Subsidies Benefit to and Other Existing Contributions Development Attributable to New Development

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

93%

36,000 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2029 2029 2029 2029 2029 2029

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2033 2033 2033 2033 2033 2033

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

26,442 3,280 1,044 4,867 335 32 36,000

24,591 3,050 971 4,526 311 30 33,480

1,851 230 73 341 23 2 2,520

11,018 1,367 435 2,028 140 14 15,000

10,246 1,271 405 1,886 130 13 13,950

771 96 30 142 10 1 1,050

26,442 3,280 1,044 4,867 335 32 36,000

24,591 3,050 971 4,526 311 30 33,480

1,851 230 73 341 23 2 2,520

161,590 20,042 6,380 29,744 2,046 198 220,000

16,159 2,004 638 2,974 205 20 22,000

145,431 18,038 5,742 26,770 1,841 178 198,000

135,251 16,775 5,340 24,896 1,712 166 184,140

10,180 1,263 402 1,874 129 12 13,860

161,590 20,042 6,380 29,744 2,046 198 220,000

16,159 2,004 638 2,974 205 20 22,000

145,431 18,038 5,742 26,770 1,841 178 198,000

135,251 16,775 5,340 24,896 1,712 166 184,140

10,180 1,263 402 1,874 129 12 13,860

15,000

36,000

220,000

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6 6a 6b 6c 6d 6e 6f 7 7a 7b 7c 7d 7e 7f 8 8a 8b 8c 8d 8e 8f 9 10 11 12 13 14

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Timing Timing Development (year) (year) From To 2024 to 2033 Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Sub-total Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Official Plan Sub-total Official Plan Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Climate Change and Adaptation Study Sub-total Climate Change and Adaptation Study Transportation Master Plan Recreation Master Plan update Facility Condition Assessment Community Risk Assessment (Fire) Fire Master Plan Boat Access Study Reserve Fund Adjustment

Timing (year)

Gross Capital Other Gross Cost Deductions Capital Cost Post Period Net Capital Estimate (to recognize Service to Which Project Relates Estimate Benefit Cost Total benefit to non(2024$) (2024$) D.C. services)

Less: Grants, Subsidies Benefit to and Other Existing Contributions Development Attributable to New Development

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

93%

220,000 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2033 2033 2033 2033 2033 2033

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Services

2025-2028 2027-2030 2024-2025 2024 2024-2025 2024

Services Related to a Highway Parks and Recreation Services Parks and Recreation Services Fire Protection Services Fire Protection Services Parks and Recreation Services

161,590 20,042 6,380 29,744 2,046 198 220,000

16,159 2,004 638 2,974 205 20 22,000

145,431 18,038 5,742 26,770 1,841 178 198,000

36,358 4,510 1,436 6,693 460 45 49,502

109,073 13,528 4,306 20,077 1,381 133 148,498

101,438 12,581 4,005 18,672 1,284 124 138,103

7,635 947 301 1,405 97 9 10,395

161,590 20,042 6,380 29,744 2,046 198 220,000

16,159 2,004 638 2,974 205 20 22,000

145,431 18,038 5,742 26,770 1,841 178 198,000

36,358 4,510 1,436 6,693 460 45 49,502

109,073 13,528 4,306 20,077 1,381 133 148,498

101,438 12,581 4,005 18,672 1,284 124 138,103

7,635 947 301 1,405 97 9 10,395

47,743 5,922 1,885 8,788 605 59 65,000 125,000 125,000 122,000 20,000 35,000 25,000 16,712

4,774 592 189 879 60 6 6,500

42,969 5,330 1,696 7,909 545 53 58,500 125,000 125,000 122,000 20,000 35,000 25,000 16,712

40,441 5,016 1,596 7,444 512 49 55,058 31,300 31,300 30,500 10,000 17,500 23,500

2,528 314 100 465 33 4 3,442 93,700 93,700 91,500 10,000 17,500 1,500 16,712

2,351 292 93 432 30 3 3,201 87,141 87,141 85,095 9,300 16,275 1,395 15,542

177 22 7 33 2 0 241 6,559 6,559 6,405 700 1,225 105 1,170

1,500,712

94,500

1,406,212

298,162

1,108,050

1,030,487

77,564

220,000

65,000

2025 2027 2024 2024 2024 2024

2028 2030 2025 2025

Total

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5.3 Service Levels and 15 Year Capital Costs for Townshipwide D.C. Services Calculation 5.3.1 Services Related to a Highway The Township’s inventory of roadways is measured in kilometers (km) and is further classified as rural, local-urban (external to developments) and arterials roads. In total, the Township owns approximately 715 km of roads and 11,77 km of sidewalks. The Township also has 58 bridges and culverts infrastructure to support roads throughout the Township. Further, the Township provides 329 streetlights and two traffic signals. In addition, the Township owns and maintains operations facility space of 125,851 sq.ft. related to roads operations, and 74 vehicles and equipment items to service the roads. The total inventory of assets over the past 15-years results in an invested level of service of $13,203 per capita. When applied to the 15-year forecast population, a maximum D.C. eligible cost of approximately $43.17 million is applicable. Table 5-5 provides the 15-year capital program for Services Related to a Highway. The capital projects include a total gross capital cost of $18.98 million over the 15-year forecast period. The capital projects identified include road reconstructions with upgrades and/or expansions, and road resurfacing with conversions to improved classifications to allow for additional traffic anticipated from growth. In addition, the forecast includes a provision for additional sidewalks and paved shoulders. Further, vehicle and equipment items has been included in the D.C. calculation. A deduction is applied for the benefit to the existing development of approximately $3.01 million (exclusive of existing reserve fund balances). Finally, approximately $1.61 million in existing D.C. reserve fund proceeds have been deducted from the forecast D.C. recoverable capital needs, reflecting funding already available to meet the growthrelated needs. As a result, a total D.C. recoverable cost of approximately $14.36 million has been included in the calculated charge. Approximately $13.36 million (93%) of the D.C. recoverable costs are attributable to residential development, and $1.00 million (7%) is attributable to non-residential development. The attribution of D.C. recoverable costs by development is based on the incremental population and employment growth anticipated over the 15-year forecast period.

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5.3.2 Fire Protection Services The Township currently operates nine (9) fire stations, with a total building area of 31,894 sq.ft. The service currently operates with 42 vehicles, including a combination of pumpers, tankers, trailers, and other supporting vehicles and associated equipment. Further, additional specialized equipment and gear of 308 assets are in place for provision of the service. As such, the total inventory of assets of the past 15-years results in a level of service of approximately $1,176 per capita. When applied to the forecast population to 2039, a maximum D.C. eligible cost of approximately $3.84 million is applicable. Table 5-6 provides the capital program for Fire Protection Services for the 15-year forecast period. The total gross capital cost identified for all capital projects is approximately $5.23 million. This includes the fire portion of a joint facility between the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) and Fire Protection Services, new vehicles, and a provision for additional firefighter gear. Additional, $16,962 has been included to account for the existing deficit in the D.C. reserve fund. A deduction to recognize the benefit to existing development, of approximately $3.47 million, has been applied. As a result, the total D.C. recoverable cost for Fire Protection Services is approximately $1.78 million, of which $1,657,131 (93%) is attributable to residential development and $124,730 (7%) is attributable to non-residential development. The allocation of D.C. recoverable costs by development type is based on the incremental growth anticipated in population and employment over the 15-year forecast period.

5.3.3 Policing Services The Township is under contract with O.P.P. for policing services, and are required to provide facility space for a local detachment. As such, a station with 9,396 sq.ft. is currently provided in the Township. This facility provides for an average historical level of service of 0.33 sq.ft. per capita or an investment of $174 per capita. Based on this service standard, the Township would be eligible to collect $567,705 from D.C.s for additional facility space. The Township is working with O.P.P. staff who have identified a need for a larger facility. As such a joint facility with Fire Protection Services is anticipated. The growthrelated costs identified for the portion of the facility for policing services is estimated at approximately $13.07 million. A post-period benefit deduction of approximately $4.06

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million was applied to recognize the benefit of the larger facility, to growth beyond the 15-year forecast. Further deductions related to the replacement of the existing facility, which benefits the existing development, of approximately $8.19 million, has been applied. Additionally, $250,599 has been deducted to account for the existing D.C. reserve fund balance. Therefore, the net growth capital cost is $567,401 and has been included in the D.C, as shown in Table 5-7. These costs have been allocated 93% residential and 7% non-residential based on the incremental growth in population to employment for the 15-year forecast period.

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Table 5-5 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Services Related to a Highway

Proj. No.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development 2024 to 2038 Provision for Additional Roads, Bridges & Structures Provision for New Paved Shoulders on Arterial Road Upgrades Provision for Arterial Road Upgrades from Surface Treatment to Hot Mix Asphalt Provision for Growth in the Sidewalk Network (sidewalk extensions) New Vehicles/Equipment Additional Loader/Backhoe Additional Water Tank Reserve Fund Adjustment Total

Timing (year)

Gross Capital Cost Post Period Other Estimate Benefit Deductions (2024$)

Net Capital Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

2024-2038

7,300,000

2025-2035

5,500,000

275,000

2027-2032

4,100,000

2,737,000

2025-2034

720,000

2024-2038 2026-2028 2025-2027

1,000,000 320,000 40,000

1,606,049

18,980,000

4,618,049

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Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

7,300,000

93% 6,789,000

7% 511,000

5,225,000

4,859,250

365,750

1,363,000

1,267,590

95,410

720,000

669,600

50,400

1,000,000 320,000 40,000 (1,606,049)

930,000 297,600 37,200 (1,493,626)

70,000 22,400 2,800 (112,423)

14,361,951

13,356,614

1,005,337

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Table 5-6 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Fire Protection Services

Proj. No.

1 2 3 4 5

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development

Timing (year)

2024 to 2038 Joint Facility OPP/Fire (Fire Portion) 2025-2028 SUV (1) 2025-2038 Additional Marine Boat 2024 Provision for Additional Firefighter Gear (17) 2024-2038 Reserve Fund Adjustment Total

Gross Capital Cost Estimate (2024$)

Post Period Other Net Capital Benefit Deductions Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

5,000,000 65,900 80,000 85,000 16,962

3,466,000

5,247,862

3,466,000

Less: Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost NonResidential Share

Total

Residential Share

1,534,000 65,900 80,000 85,000 16,962

93% 1,426,620 61,287 74,400 79,050 15,774

7% 107,380 4,613 5,600 5,950 1,187

1,781,862

1,657,131

124,730

Table 5-7 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Policing Services

Proj. No.

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development

Timing (year)

Gross Capital Cost Post Period Other Net Capital Benefit to Estimate Benefit Deductions Cost Existing (2024$) Development

2024 to 2038 1

Joint Facility OPP/Fire (Police Portion)

Reserve Fund Adjustment Total

2025-2028

13,066,000

4,063,000

13,066,000

4,063,000

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9,003,000 9,003,000

8,185,000

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

93%

818,000

760,740

57,260

250,599

(250,599)

(233,057)

(17,542)

8,435,599

567,401

527,683

39,718

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D.C. Calculation Tables 6-1 and 6-2 calculate the proposed D.C.s to be imposed on development for all Township-wide services over the 15-year forecast period (mid-2024 to mid-2039) and the10-year forecast period (mid-2024 to mid-2034), respectively. The D.C. eligible costs for each service were determined in Chapter 5 for all Township-wide services, based on their associated capital programs. Table 6-3 calculates the proposed D.C.s to be imposed on development on a Township-wide basis for the growth studies class of service, which will be considered if Bill 185 is enacted. The calculation for residential development is generated on a per capita basis and is based upon four (4) forms of housing types (singles and semi-detached dwellings, multiple dwellings, bachelor and 1-bedroom apartments, and 2+ bedrooms apartments). The non-residential D.C. has been calculated on a uniform per sq.ft. of G.F.A. basis for all types of non-residential development (industrial, commercial, and institutional). For the residential calculations, the total cost is divided by the “gross” (new resident) population to determine the per capita amount. The residential D.C. recoverable capital cost calculations set out in Chapter 5 are based on the net anticipated population increase (the forecast new unit population less the anticipated decline in existing units). The cost per capita is then multiplied by the average occupancy of the new units (Appendix A, Schedule 7) to calculate the charges in Tables 6-1 and 6-2. Table 6-4 provides the schedule of charges that is applicable for all services by type of development. Table 6-5 provides the schedule of charges if growth-related study costs are included in the D.C. calculations upon enactment of Bill 185. Table 6-6 summarizes the gross capital expenditures and sources of revenue for works to be undertake during the 10-year life of the by-law (excluding growth-related studies). Similarly, Table 6-7 provides a summary of the gross capital expenditures and sources for revenue works for all services and class of services, including growth-related studies.

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Table 6-1 Township of South Frontenac Township-Wide D.C. Calculation for the 15-year Forecast Period 2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost Residential Non-Residential $ $

SERVICE/CLASS

Services Related to a Highway 1.1 Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost S.D.U. per sq.ft. $ $

13,356,614 13,356,614

1,005,337 1,005,337

8,041 8,041

5.07 5.07

1,657,131 1,657,131

124,730 124,730

998 998

0.63 0.63

527,683 527,683

39,718 39,718

318 318

0.20 0.20

TOTAL

$15,541,428

$1,169,785

$9,356

$5.90

D.C.-Eligible Capital Cost 15-Year Gross Population/GFA Growth (sq.ft.) Cost Per Capita/Non-Residential GFA (sq.ft.) By Residential Unit Type Single and Semi-Detached Dwelling Other Multiples Apartments - 2 Bedrooms + Apartments - Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

$15,541,428 4,729 $3,286.41

$1,169,785 198,200 $5.90

Fire Protection Services 2.1 Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment
Policing Services 3.1 Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

P.P.U. 2.847 2.372 1.847 1.274

$9,356 $7,795 $6,070 $4,187

Table 6-2 Township of South Frontenac Township-Wide D.C. Calculation for the 10-year Forecast Period 2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost Residential Non-Residential $ $

SERVICE/CLASS 4.

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1 Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost S.D.U. per sq.ft. $ $

2,510,795 2,510,795

132,147 132,147

2,339 2,339

1.12 1.12

173,005 173,005

9,106 9,106

161 161

0.08 0.08

16,275 16,275

1,225 1,225

15 15

0.01 0.01

TOTAL

$2,700,075

$142,478

$2,515

$1.21

D.C.-Eligible Capital Cost 10-Year Gross Population/GFA Growth (sq.ft.) Cost Per Capita/Non-Residential GFA (sq.ft.) By Residential Unit Type Single and Semi-Detached Dwelling Other Multiples Apartments - 2 Bedrooms + Apartments - Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

$2,700,075 3,056 $883.53

$142,478 117,700 $1.21

Library Services 5.1 Library facilities, materials and vehicles

Waste Diversion 6.1 Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other

P.P.U. 2.847 2.372 1.847 1.274

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Table 6-3 Township of South Frontenac Township-Wide D.C. Calculation for the 10-year Forecast Period for the Growth Studies Class of Service 2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost SERVICE/CLASS 7.

2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost

Residential

Non-Residential

S.D.U.

per sq.ft.

Growth Studies 7.1

Services Related to a Highway

631,827

47,557

1,542

0.41

7.2

Fire Protection Services

93,358

7,027

228

0.06

7.3

Policing Services

21,452

1,615

0.01

7.4

Parks and Recreation Services

276,305

20,797

674

0.18

7.5

Library Services

6,879

518

0.00

7.6

Waste Diversion Services

665

$1,030,487

$77,564

$2,515

10-Year Gross Population/GFA Growth (sq.ft.)

3,056

117,700

Cost Per Capita/Non-Residential GFA (sq.ft.)

$337.20

$0.66

D.C.-Eligible Capital Cost

By Residential Unit Type

$0.66

P.P.U.

Single and Semi-Detached Dwelling

2.847

$2,515

Other Multiples

2.372

$2,096

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

1.847

$1,632

Apartments - Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

1.274

$1,126

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Table 6-4 Township of South Frontenac Calculated Schedule of Development Charges by Service RESIDENTIAL

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

Apartments Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

$11,871

$9,890

$7,700

$5,312

$7.11

Service/Class of Service

(per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area)

Township Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

Parks and Recreation Services

Total Township-Wide Services

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Table 6-5 Township of South Frontenac Calculated Schedule of Development Charges by Service and Class of Service RESIDENTIAL

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

Apartments Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

$11,871

$9,890

$7,700

$5,312

$7.11

2,515

2,095

1,632

1,125

0.66

Total Township-Wide Class of Service

$2,515

$2,095

$1,632

$1,125

$0.66

Grand Total Township-Wide Services & Class of Service

$14,386

$11,985

$9,332

$6,437

$7.77

Service/Class of Service

(per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area)

Township Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

Parks and Recreation Services

Total Township-Wide Services Township-Wide Class of Service:* Growth Studies

*Potential D.C. for Growth Studies to be considered if Bill 185 is enacted

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Table 6-6 Township of South Frontenac Gross Expenditure and Sources of Revenue Summary for Costs to be Incurred over the 10-Year Life of the By-laws for all Services Service/Class 1.

Total Gross Cost

Sources of Financing Tax Base or Other Non-D.C. Source Post D.C. Period Other Benefit to Benefit Other Funding Deductions Existing

D.C. Reserve Fund Residential

Non-Residential

Services Related to a Highway 1.1 Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

15,141,333

2,962,000

11,326,780

852,553

Fire Protection Services 2.1 Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment

5,176,207

3,466,000

1,590,492

119,714

Policing Services 3.1 Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

13,066,000

8,435,599

4,063,000

527,683

39,718

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1 Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

6,160,000

2,202,858

1,314,200

2,510,795

132,147

Library Services 5.1 Library facilities, materials and vehicles

7,870,000

7,687,889

173,005

9,106

17,500

16,275

1,225

$47,431,040

$24,754,347

$5,377,200

$16,145,030

$1,154,463

Waste Diversion 6.1 Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other

Total Expenditures & Revenues

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Table 6-7 Township of South Frontenac Gross Expenditure and Sources of Revenue Summary for Costs to be Incurred over the 10-Year Life of the By-laws for all Services/Class of Services Service/Class 1.

Total Gross Cost

Sources of Financing Tax Base or Other Non-D.C. Source Post D.C. Period Benefit to Other Benefit Other Funding Existing Deductions

D.C. Reserve Fund Residential

Non-Residential

Services Related to a Highway Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment 1.1

15,141,333

2,962,000

11,326,780

852,553

Fire Protection Services Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment 2.1

5,176,207

3,466,000

1,590,492

119,714

Policing Services Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear 3.1

13,066,000

8,435,599

4,063,000

527,683

39,718

Parks and Recreation Services Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment 4.1

6,160,000

2,202,858

1,314,200

2,510,795

132,147

Library Services Library facilities, materials and vehicles 5.1

7,870,000

7,687,889

173,005

9,106

Waste Diversion Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other 6.1

17,500

16,275

1,225

Growth Studies Services Related to a Highway 7.1 Fire Protection Services 7.2 Policing Services 7.3 Parks and Recreation Services 7.4 Library Services 7.5 Waste Diversion Services 7.6

883,004 149,015 29,928 411,526 9,598 929

69,410 8,608 2,741 12,775 880 86

144,457 41,536 4,468 106,130 1,432 139

0 0 0 0 0 0

622,297 91,950 21,129 272,138 6,776 655

46,840 6,921 1,590 20,483 510 49

$48,915,040

$94,500

$25,052,509

$5,377,200

$17,159,974

$1,230,857

Total Expenditures & Revenues

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D.C. Policy Recommendations and D.C. By-law Rules 7.1 Introduction This chapter outlines the D.C. policy recommendations and by-law rules. Subsection 5 (1) 9 of the D.C.A. states that rules must be developed: “to determine if a development charge is payable in any particular case and to determine the amount of the charge, subject to the limitations set out in subsection 6.” Paragraph 10 of the section goes on to state that the rules may provide for exemptions, phasing in and/or indexing of D.C.s. Subsection 5 (6) establishes the following restrictions on the rules: •

•

the total of all D.C.s that would be imposed on anticipated development must not exceed the capital costs determined under subsection 5 (1) 2-7 for all services involved; if the rules expressly identify a type of development, they must not provide for it to pay D.C.s that exceed the capital costs that arise from the increase in the need for service for that type of development; however, this requirement does not relate to any particular development; and if the rules provide for a type of development to have a lower D.C. than is allowed, the rules for determining D.C.s may not provide for any resulting shortfall to be made up via other development.

With respect to “the rules,” section 6 states that a D.C. by-law must expressly address the matters referred to above re subsection 5 (1) paragraphs 9 and 10, as well as how the rules apply to the redevelopment of land. The rules provided give consideration for the recent amendments to the D.C.A. as summarized in Chapter 1. However, these policies are provided for Council’s consideration and may be refined prior to adoption of the by-law.

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7.2 D.C. By-law Structure It is recommended that: •

The Township uses a uniform Township-wide D.C. calculation for all services;

7.3 D.C. By-law Rules The following sets out the recommended rules governing the calculation, payment, and collection of D.C.s in accordance with subsection 6 of the D.C.A. It is recommended that the following provides the basis for the D.C.s:

7.3.1 Payment in any Particular Case In accordance with the D.C.A., s.2(2), a D.C. be calculated, payable and collected where the development requires one or more of the following: (a) the passing of a zoning by-law or of an amendment to a zoning by-law under section 34 of the Planning Act; (b) the approval of a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act; (c) a conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under subsection 50 (7) of the Planning Act applies; (d) the approval of a plan of subdivision under section 51 of the Planning Act; (e) a consent under section 53 of the Planning Act; (f) the approval of a description under section 9 of the Condominium Act, 1998; or (g) the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act, 1992 in relation to a building or structure.

7.3.2 Determination of the Amount of the Charge The following conventions be adopted:

Costs allocated to residential uses will be assigned to different types of residential units based on the average occupancy for each housing type constructed during the previous decade. Costs allocated to non-residential uses will be assigned based on the amount of square feet of G.F.A. constructed for eligible uses (i.e., primary, industrial, commercial, and institutional).

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Costs allocated to residential and non-residential uses are based upon a number of conventions, as may be suited to each municipal circumstance, as follows: •

•

For Services Related to a Highway, Fire Protection Services, and Policing Services, a 93% residential and 7% non-residential attribution has been made, to recognize the incremental residential population and nonresidential employment uses projected over the Township-wide 15-year forecast period for both services; For Waste Diversion Services, a 93% residential and 7% non-residential attribution has been made, over the Township-wide 10-Year forecast period; Parks and Recreation and Library Services attributions for residential and non-residential splits have been determined based on an allocation of 95% to residential development and 5% to non-residential development as the predominant users of Parks and Recreation and Library Services tend to be residents of the Township.

7.3.3 Application to Redevelopment of Land (Demolition and Conversion) Despite any other provisions of this By-law 2019-48, where, as a result of the redevelopment of land, a building or structure existing on the same land within 60 months prior to the date of payment of development charges in regard to such redevelopment was, or is to be demolished, in whole or in part, or converted from one principal use to another principal use on the same land, in order to facilitate the redevelopment, the development charges otherwise payable with respect to such redevelopment shall be reduced by the following amounts: •

in the case of a residential building or structure, or in the case of a mixed-use building or structure, the residential uses in the mixed-use building or structure, an amount calculated by multiplying the applicable D.C. by the number, according to type, of dwelling units that have been or will be demolished or converted to another principal use; and

•

in the case of a non-residential building or structure or, in the case of mixed-use building or structure, the non-residential uses in the mixed-use building or structure, an amount calculated by multiplying the applicable D.C., by the G.F.A. that has been or will be demolished or converted to another principal use;

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provided that such amounts shall not exceed, in total, the amount of the development charges otherwise payable with respect to the redevelopment. The conversion from an exempt principal use to a non-exempt principal use, on the same land, would result in the payment of the applicable D.C. based on the new nonexempt use (with no D.C. credit applicable).

7.3.4 Exemptions Statutory exemptions include the following: •

• •

Partial exemption for industrial building additions of up to and including 50% of the existing G.F.A. (defined in O. Reg. 82/98, section 1) of the building; for industrial building additions that exceed 50% of the existing G.F.A., only the portion of the addition in excess of 50%, is subject to D.C.s (subsection 4 (3) of the D.C.A.); Full exemption for buildings or structures owned by and used for the purposes of any municipality, local board, or Board of Education;

•

Full exemption for additional residential development in existing buildings: development that results only in the enlargement of an existing dwelling unit, or that results only in the creation of up to two additional dwelling units (based on prescribed limits set out in section 2 of O. Reg. 82/98); Full exemption for additional residential development in new dwellings: development that includes the creation of up to two additional dwelling units (based on prescribed limits set out in section 2 of O. Reg. 82/98); and Full exemption for a university in Ontario that receives direct, regular, and ongoing operating funding from the Government of Ontario; Full exemption for affordable units (see bulletin rates identified in section 1.3.8)

• •

Full exemption for attainable units; Full exemption for affordable inclusionary zoning units; and

• •

Full exemption for non-profit housing developments; Partial exemption through a discount for rental housing units based on the number of bedrooms contained in each unit, as prescribed (note that these discounts are not part of the methodology required for calculating the charge, but a rule that has to be included in the by-law which informs implementation): o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises with three (3) or more bedrooms - 25% discount.

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o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises with two (2) bedrooms - 20% discount. o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises not referred to 1 or 2 above - 15% discount. Non-statutory (discretionary exemptions) include the following: •

A bona fide agricultural use or farm building; and

•

A place of worship, for the portion of lands, buildings, or structures used for worship, a churchyard, cemetery, and burial ground exempt from taxation under the Assessment Act.

7.3.5 Mandatory Phasing-in of Residential D.C. As required by the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 the calculated D.C. will be phased-in over a five-year period as follows (unless Bill 185 is enacted, removing this mandatory requirement): • •

Year 1 - 80% of the maximum charge; Year 2 - 85% of the maximum charge;

•

Year 3 - 90% of the maximum charge;

•

Year 4 - 95% of the maximum charge; and

•

Year 5 to expiry - 100% of the maximum charge.

7.3.6 Timing of Collection The D.C.s for all services and classes are payable upon issuance of a building permit for each dwelling unit, building, or structure, subject to early or late payment agreements entered into by the Township and an owner under s. 27 of the D.C.A. Rental housing and institutional developments will pay D.C.s in six equal annual payments commencing at occupancy. Moreover, the D.C. amount for all developments occurring within two (2) years of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval (for applications submitted after January 1, 2020, and before Bill 185 is enacted), shall be determined based on the D.C. in effect on the day of the applicable Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application. The D.C. amount for all developments occurring within eighteen (18) months of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval (for applications submitted after Bill 185 is enacted),

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shall be determined based on the D.C. in effect on the day of the applicable Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application. Installment payments and payments determined at the time of Site Plan or Zoning Bylaw Amendment application are subject to annual interest charges. The maximum interest rate the Township can impose is the average prime rate plus 1%.

7.3.7 Indexing Indexing of the D.C.s shall be implemented on a mandatory basis annually on the anniversary of the D.C. by-law enactment date, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly, Non-Residential Building Construction Price Index, for the most recent year-over-year period.

7.3.8 D.C. Spatial Applicability The D.C.A. historically has provided the opportunity for a municipality to impose municipal-wide charges or area specific charges. Sections 2(7) and 2(8) of the D.C.A. provide that a D.C. by-law may apply to the entire municipality or only part of it and more than one D.C. by-law may apply to the same area. The D.C.A. now require municipalities to consider the application of municipal-wide and area-specific D.C.s. s.10(2) (c.1) requires Council to consider the use of more than one D.C. by-law to reflect different needs from services in different areas. Most municipalities in Ontario have established uniform, municipal-wide D.C.s. When area-specific charges are used, it is generally to underpin master servicing and front-end financing arrangements for more localized capital costs. The rationale for maintaining a municipal-wide D.C. approach is based, in part, on the following:

All Township services, except for Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Services, require that the average 15-year service standard be calculated. This average service standard multiplied by growth in the Township, establishes an upper ceiling on the amount of funds that can be collected from all developing landowners. Section 4 (4) of O. Reg. 82/98 provides that “if a development charge by-law applies to a part of the municipality, the level of service and average level of service cannot exceed that which would be determined if the bylaw applied to the whole municipality.” Put in layman terms, the average service

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standard multiplied by the growth within the specific area would establish an area-specific ceiling which would significantly reduce the total revenue recoverable for the Township hence potentially resulting in D.C. revenue shortfalls and impacts on property taxes. 2. Expanding on item 1, attempting to impose an area charge potentially causes equity issues in transitioning from a Township-wide approach to an area-specific approach. For example, if all services were now built (and funded) within Area A (which is 75% built out) and this was funded with some revenues from Areas B and C, moving to an area-rating approach would see Area A contribute no funds to the costs of services in Areas B and C. The D.C.s would be lower in Area A (as all services are now funded) and higher in Areas B and C. As well, funding shortfalls may then potentially encourage the municipality to provide less services to Areas B and C due to reduced revenue. 3. Many services provided (roads, parks & recreation facilities) are not restricted to one specific area and are often used by all residents. For example, arenas located in different parts of the Township will be used by residents from all areas depending on the programing of the facility (i.e., a public skate is available each night, but at a different arena; hence usage of any one facility at any given time is based on programming availability). Based on the foregoing and discussions with Township staff, there is no apparent justification for the establishment of area-specific D.C.s at this time. The recommendation is to apply Township-wide D.C.s for all services.

7.4 Other D.C. By-law Provisions It is recommended that:

7.4.1 Categories of Services for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes It is recommended that the Township’s D.C. collections be contributed into six (6) separate reserve funds, including: • •

Services Related to a Highway; Fire Protection Services;

•

Policing Services;

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Parks and Recreation Services;

• •

Library Services; and Waste Diversion Services.

7.4.2 Categories for Class of Service for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes With enactment of Bill 185, it is recommended that the Township’s D.C. collections related to the growth studies class of service be contributed into a separate reserve fund from the six reserve funds for the services noted above in section 7.4.1. Additionally, the current D.C. reserve fund balance for Engineering Service Studies and Community-Based Studies (Growth studies) is in deficit. This deficit will be included in the growth studies D.C. calculations if Bill 185 is enacted.

7.4.3 By-law In-force Date The by-law will come into force on the day after which the by-law is passed by Council, unless, Council determines an alternative date for enactment.

7.4.4 Minimum Interest Rate Paid on Refunds and Charged for InterReserve Fund Borrowing The minimum interest rate is the Bank of Canada rate on the day on which the by-laws come into force (as per s.11 of O. Reg. 82/98).

7.5 Other Recommendations It is recommended that Council: “Whenever appropriate, request that grants, subsidies and other contributions be clearly designated by the donor as being to the benefit of existing development or new development, as applicable;” “Adopt the assumptions contained herein as an ‘anticipation’ with respect to capital grants, subsidies, and other contributions;” “Adopt the D.C. approach to calculate the charges on a uniform Townshipwide basis for all services.”

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“Approve the capital project listing set out in Chapter 5 of the D.C. Background Study dated May 16, 2024, subject to further annual review during the capital budget process;” “Approve the D.C. Background Study dated May 16, 2024, as amended (if applicable);” “Determine that no further public meeting is required;” and “Approve the D.C. By-law as set out in Appendix G.”

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Chapter 8 By-law Implementation

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By-law Implementation 8.1

Public Consultation Process

8.1.1 Introduction This chapter addresses the mandatory, formal public consultation process (section 8.1.2), as well as the optional, informal consultation process (section 8.1.3). The latter is designed to seek the co-operation and participation of those involved, in order to produce the most suitable policy. Section 8.2 addresses the anticipated impact of the D.C. on development from a generic viewpoint.

8.1.2 Public Meeting of Council Section 12 of the D.C.A. indicates that before passing a D.C. by-law, Council must hold at least one public meeting, giving at least 20 clear days’ notice thereof, in accordance with the Regulation. Council must also ensure that the proposed by-law and background report are made available to the public at least two weeks prior to the (first) meeting. Any person who attends such a meeting may make representations related to the proposed by-law. If a proposed by-law is changed following such a meeting, Council must determine whether a further meeting (under this section) is necessary (i.e., if the proposed by-law which is proposed for adoption has been changed in any respect, Council should formally consider whether an additional public meeting is required, incorporating this determination as part of the final by-law or associated resolution. It is noted that Council’s decision, once made, is final and not subject to review by a Court or the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) [formerly the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT)].

8.1.3 Other Consultation Activity There are three broad groupings of the public who are generally the most concerned with municipal D.C. policy:

The first grouping is the residential development community, consisting of land developers and builders, who are typically responsible for generating the majority

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of the D.C. revenues. Others, such as realtors, are directly impacted by D.C. policy. They are, therefore, potentially interested in all aspects of the charge, particularly the quantum by unit type, projects to be funded by the D.C. and the timing thereof, and municipal policy with respect to development agreements, D.C. credits and front-ending requirements. 2. The second public grouping embraces the public at large and includes taxpayer coalition groups and others interested in public policy. 3. The third grouping is the industrial/commercial/institutional/primary development sector, consisting of land developers and major owners or organizations with significant construction plans, such as hotels, entertainment complexes, shopping centres, offices, industrial buildings, institutional buildings, and buildings on agricultural lands. Also involved are organizations such as Industry Associations, the Chamber of Commerce, the Board of Trade, and the Economic Development Agencies, who are all potentially interested in Municipal D.C. policy. Their primary concern is frequently with the quantum of the charge, gross floor area exclusions such as basements, mechanical or indoor parking areas, or exemptions and phase-in or capping provisions in order to moderate the impact.

8.1.4 Anticipated Impact of the Charge on Development The establishment of sound D.C. policy often requires the achievement of an acceptable balance between two competing realities. The first is that high nonresidential D.C.s can, to some degree, represent a barrier to increased economic activity and sustained industrial/commercial growth, particularly for capital intensive uses. Also, in many cases, increased residential D.C.s can ultimately be expected to be recovered via housing prices and can impact project feasibility in some cases (e.g., rental apartments). On the other hand, D.C.s or other municipal capital funding sources need to be obtained in order to help ensure that the necessary infrastructure and amenities are installed. The timely installation of such works is a key initiative in providing adequate service levels and in facilitating strong economic growth, investment, and wealth generation.

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8.2 Implementation Requirements 8.2.1 Introduction Once the Township has calculated the charge, prepared the complete background study, carried out the public process and passed a new by-law, the emphasis shifts to implementation matters. These include notices, potential appeals and complaints, credits, front-ending agreements, subdivision agreement conditions and finally the collection of revenues and funding of projects. The sections that follow present an overview of the requirements in each case.

8.2.2 Notice of Passage In accordance with section 13 of the D.C.A., when a D.C. by-law is passed, the Township Clerk shall give written notice of the passing and of the last day for appealing the by-law (the day that is 40 days after the day it was passed). Such notice must be given no later than 20 days after the day the by-law is passed (i.e., as of the day of newspaper publication or the mailing of the notice). Section 10 of O. Reg. 82/98 further defines the notice requirements which are summarized as follows: •

notice may be given by publication in a newspaper which is (in the Clerk’s opinion) of sufficient circulation to give the public reasonable notice, or by personal service, fax, or mail to every owner of land in the area to which the bylaw relates;

• •

subsection 10 (4) lists the persons/organizations who must be given notice; and subsection 10 (5) lists the eight items that the notice must cover.

8.2.3 By-law Pamphlet In addition to the “notice” information, the Municipality must prepare a “pamphlet” explaining each D.C. by-law in force, setting out: •

a description of the general purpose of the D.C.s;

•

the “rules” for determining if a charge is payable in a particular case and for determining the amount of the charge;

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the services to which the D.C.s relate; and

•

a description of the general purpose of the Treasurer’s statement and where it may be received by the public.

Where a by-law is not appealed to the OLT, the pamphlet must be readied within 60 days after the by-law comes into force. Later dates apply to appealed by-laws. The Township must give one copy of the most recent pamphlet without charge, to any person who requests one.

8.2.4 Appeals Sections 13 to 19 of the D.C.A. set out the requirements relative to making and processing a D.C. by-law appeal and OLT hearing in response to an appeal. Any person or organization may appeal a D.C. by-law to the OLT by filing a notice of appeal with the Municipal Clerk, setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons supporting the objection. This must be done by the last day for appealing the by-law, which is 40 days after the by-law is passed. The Township is conducting a public consultation process in order to address the issues that come forward as part of that process, thereby avoiding or reducing the need for an appeal to be made.

8.2.5 Complaints A person required to pay a D.C., or his agent, may complain to the Municipal Council imposing the charge that: •

the amount of the charge was incorrectly determined;

• •

the reduction to be used against the D.C. was incorrectly determined; or there was an error in the application of the D.C.

Sections 20 to 25 of the D.C.A. set out the requirements that exist, including the fact that a complaint may not be made later than 90 days after a D.C. (or any part of it) is payable. A complainant may appeal the decision of Municipal Council to the OLT.

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8.2.6 Credits Sections 38 to 41 of the D.C.A. set out a number of credit requirements, which apply where a municipality agrees to allow a person to perform work in the future that relates to a service in the D.C. by-law. These credits would be used to reduce the amount of D.C.s to be paid. The value of the credit is limited to the reasonable cost of the work which does not exceed the average level of service. The credit applies only to the service to which the work relates unless the municipality agrees to expand the credit to other services for which a D.C. is payable.

8.2.7 Front-Ending Agreements The Township and one or more landowners may enter into a front-ending agreement that provides for the costs of a project that will benefit an area in the Township to which the D.C. by-law applies. Such an agreement can provide for the costs to be borne by one or more parties to the agreement who are, in turn, reimbursed in future by persons who develop land defined in the agreement. Part III of the D.C.A. (sections 44 to 58) addresses front-ending agreements and removes some of the obstacles to their use which were contained in the Development Charges Act, 1989. Accordingly, the Municipality assesses whether this mechanism is appropriate for its use, as part of funding projects prior to Township funds being available.

8.2.8 Severance and Subdivision Agreement Conditions Section 59 of the D.C.A. prevents a municipality from imposing directly or indirectly, a charge related to development or a requirement to construct a service related to development, by way of a condition or agreement under section 51 or section 53 of the Planning Act, except for: •

“local services, related to a plan of subdivision or within the area to which the plan relates, to be installed or paid for by the owner as a condition of approval under section 51 of the Planning Act;” and

•

“local services to be installed or paid for by the owner as a condition of approval under section 53 of the Planning Act.”

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It is also noted that subsection 59 (4) of the D.C.A. requires that the municipal approval authority for a draft plan of subdivision under subsection 51 (31) of the Planning Act, use its power to impose conditions to ensure that the first purchaser of newly subdivided land is informed of all the D.C.s related to the development, at the time the land is transferred. In this regard, if the municipality in question is a commenting agency, in order to comply with subsection 59 (4) of the D.C.A. it would need to provide to the approval authority information regarding the applicable municipal D.C.s related to the site. If the Township is an approval authority for the purposes of section 51 of the Planning Act, it would be responsible to ensure that it collects information from all entities that can impose a D.C. The most effective way to ensure that purchasers are aware of this condition would be to require it as a provision in a registered subdivision agreement, so that any purchaser of the property would be aware of the charges at the time the title was searched prior to closing a transaction conveying the lands.

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Appendix A Background Information on Residential and NonResidential Growth Forecast

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Schedule 1 Township of South Frontenac Residential Growth Forecast Summary Excluding Census Undercount Permanent Population (Including Census Undercount)

Incremental

Forecast

Historical

Year

Permanent [1] Population

Institutional Population

Permanent Population Excluding [1] Institutional

Housing Units

Total Seasonal Permanent and Population Seasonal Population

Singles & SemiDetached

Conversions

Singles & Semi Detached Family With Conversions

Multiples[2] Apartments[3]

Other

Total Households

Total w/ Conversions

Seasonal Households

Total Households w/ Conversions Including Seasonal

Permanent Equivalent Person Per Institutional Unit (P.P.U.) Households

Permanent + 100% Seasonal Person Per Unit (P.P.U.)

Mid 2011

18,571

18,113

18,085

10,465

28,578

6,526

136

6,802

2,875

9,677

2.66

2.95

Mid 2016

19,118

18,646

18,585

10,610

29,256

6,920

140

7,190

2,915

10,105

2.59

2.90

Mid 2021

20,699

20,188

20,140

10,100

30,288

7,685

125

7,935

2,775

10,710

2.54

2.83

Mid 2024

21,186

20,663

20,614

10,755

31,418

7,898

-180

7,718

125

8,148

7,968

2,955

10,923

2.54

2.83

Mid 2034

22,725

22,164

22,112

11,195

33,359

8,738

8,616

213

9,112

8,990

3,075

12,066

2.43

2.74

Mid 2039

23,872

23,283

23,230

11,405

34,688

9,183

9,090

107

289

9,664

9,571

3,133

12,705

2.41

2.71

Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

546

533

500

145

678

394

-43

388

428

Mid 2016 - Mid 2021

1,581

1,542

-13

1,555

-510

1,032

765

-15

-5

745

-140

605

-11

Mid 2021 - Mid 2024

487

475

474

655

1,130

213

-180

213

180

213

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

1,539

1,501

1,498

440

1,941

840

898

964

1,022

120

1,143

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

2,686

2,620

2,616

650

3,270

1,285

1,372

164

1,516

1,603

178

1,782

[1]

Population excludes the Census undercount estimated at approximately 2.5% and has been rounded. Includes Townhouses and apartments in duplexes. [3] Includes bachelor, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom+ apartment units. Notes: Numbers may not add due to rounding. Source: Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. [2]

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Figure A-1 Township of South Frontenac Annual Housing Forecast

140 131 124 120

114 99

Housing Units

100

114

124

131

124

114

71 66

65 60

70 65

Historical

Low Density

Medium Density

Years High Density

Conversions

Seasonal

Historical Average

[1]

Growth forecast represents calendar year. Source: Historical housing activity derived from Township of South Frontenac building permit data (2014 to 2023), by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.

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Schedule 2 Township of South Frontenac Current Year Growth Forecast Mid 2021 to Mid 2024 Population

Mid 2021 Population

30,288

Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

213 2.85 607

607

Conversion Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

-180 2.85 -513

-513

Occupants of New Seasonal Units Mid 2021 to Mid 2024

Net Seasonal Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

180 3.64 655

655

Occupants of New Equivalent Institutional Units Mid 2021 to Mid 2024

Units multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

1 1.1 1

Total Units

213

Occupants of Permanent New Housing Units, Mid 2021 to Mid 2024

Total Units (Permanent and Seasonal)

Decline in Housing Unit Occupancy, Mid 2021 to Mid 2024

Total gross population increase

750

Units (4) multiplied by P.P.U. decline rate (5) total decline in population

7,935 0.0479 380

380

Population Estimate to Mid 2024

31,418

Net Population Increase, Mid 2021 to Mid 2024

1,130

(1) 2016 population based on Statistics Canada Census unadjusted for Census undercount. (2) Estimated residential units constructed, - to the beginning of the growth period assuming a six-month lag between construction and occupancy. (3) Average number of persons per unit (P.P.U.) is assumed to be: Persons Per Unit¹ (P.P.U.)

% Distribution of Estimated Units²

Weighted Persons Per Unit Average

Singles & Semi Detached

2.850

100.0%

2.850

Multiples (6)

2.625

0.0%

0.000

Apartments (7)

1.650

0.0%

0.000

100.0%

2.850

Structural Type

Total 1

Based on 2011 Census custom database

Based on Building permit/completion acitivty

(4) 2011 households taken from StatsCan Census. (5) Decline occurs due to aging of the population and family life cycle changes, lower fertility rates and changing economic conditions. (6) Includes townhomes and apartments in duplexes. (7) Includes bachelor, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom+ apartments.

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Schedule 3 Township of South Frontenac Ten Year Growth Forecast Mid 2024 to Mid 2034 Population

Mid 2024 Population

31,418

Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

964 2.71 2,616

2,616

Conversion Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

58 2.71 158

158

Occupants of New Seasonal Units Mid 2024 to Mid 2034

Net Seasonal Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

120 3.64 438

438

Occupants of New Equivalent Institutional Units Mid 2024 to Mid 2034

Units multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

2 1.1 2

Occupants of Permanent New Housing Units, Mid 2024 to Mid 2034

Total Units (Permanent and Seasonal)

Decline in Housing Unit Occupancy, Mid 2024 to Mid 2034

Total Units

1,143

Total gross population increase

Units (4) multiplied by P.P.U. decline rate (5) total decline in population

3,214

8,148 -0.1562 -1,273

-1,273

Population Estimate to Mid 2034

33,359

Net Population Increase, Mid 2024 to Mid 2034

1,941

(1) Mid 2024 Population based on: 2011 Population (30,288) + Mid 2021 to Mid 2024 estimated housing units to beginning of forecast period (213 x 2.85 = 607) + (7,935 x 0.0479 = 380) + Seasonal population (180 x 3.64 = 655) + Conversions (-180 x 2.85 = -513) = 31,418 (2) Based upon forecast building permits/completions assuming a lag between construction and occupancy. (3) Average number of persons per unit (ppu) is assumed to be: Persons Per Unit¹ (P.P.U.)

% Distribution of Estimated Units²

Weighted Persons Per Unit Average

Singles & Semi Detached

2.847

87%

2.481

Multiples (6)

2.372

0.089

Apartments (7)

1.578

0.144

100%

2.714

Structural Type

one bedroom or less 1.274 two bedrooms or more 1.847 Total ¹

Persons per unit based on adjusted Statistics Canada Custom 2011 Census database.

² Forecast unit mix based upon historical trends and housing units in the development process.

(4) Mid 2024 households based upon 7,935 (2011 Census) + 213 (Mid 2011 to Mid 2024 unit estimate) = 8,148 (5) Decline occurs due to aging of the population and family life cycle changes, lower fertility rates and changing economic conditions. (6) Includes townhomes and apartments in duplexes. (7) Includes bachelor, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom+ apartments.

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Schedule 4 Township of South Frontenac Longer-Term Year Growth Forecast Mid 2024 to Mid 2039 Population

Mid 2024 Population

31,418

Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

1,516 2.69 4,076

4,076

Conversion Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

87 2.69 235

235

Occupants of New Seasonal Units Mid 2024 to Mid 2039

Net Seasonal Units (2) multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

178 3.64 649

649

Occupants of New Equivalent Institutional Units Mid 2024 to Mid 2039

Units multiplied by P.P.U. (3) gross population increase

4 1.1 4

Occupants of Permanent New Housing Units, Mid 2024 to Mid 2039

Total Units (Permanent and Seasonal)

Decline in Housing Unit Occupancy, Mid 2024 to Mid 2039

Total Units

1,782

Total gross population increase

Units (4) multiplied by P.P.U. decline rate (5) total decline in population

4,964

8,148 -0.2080 -1,694

-1,694

Population Estimate to Mid 2039

34,688

Net Population Increase, Mid 2024 to Mid 2039

3,270

% Distribution of Estimated Units²

Weighted Persons Per Unit Average

Singles & Semi Detached

2.847

85%

2.413

Multiples (6)

2.372

0.105

Apartments (7)

1.578

11%

0.171

100%

2.689

Structural Type

one bedroom or less 1.274 two bedrooms or more 1.847 Total ¹

Persons per unit based on adjusted Statistics Canada Custom 2011 Census database.

² Forecast unit mix based upon historical trends and housing units in the development process.

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Schedule 5 Township of South Frontenac Summary of Housing Potential as of 2024 Density Type Stage of Development

Registered Not Built

Singles & SemiDetached

Multiples

[1]

Apartments

[2]

Total

100%

100

100%

% Breakdown

Total

113

100%

% Breakdown Draft Plans Approved % Breakdown Application Under Review

% Breakdown [1]

Includes townhomes and apartments in duplexes. Includes bachelor, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom+ apartments. Source: Township of South Frontenac Planning Department as of April 2024. [2]

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Schedule 6 Township of South Frontenac Historical Residential Building Permits Years 2014 to 2023 Residential Building Permits Year

Singles & Semi Detached

Multiples[1]

Apartments[2]

Total

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

Sub-total

331

Average (2014 - 2018)

100.0%

0.0%

100.0%

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Sub-total

356

Average (2019 - 2023)

100.0%

0.0%

100.0%

Total

687

Average

100.0%

0.0%

100.0%

% Breakdown

% Breakdown 2014 - 2023

% Breakdown [1]

Includes Townhouses and apartments in duplexes. Includes bachelor, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom+ apartment units. Source: Historical housing activity derived from Township of South Frontenac building permit data (2014 to 2023) by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. [2]

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Schedule 7a Township of South Frontenac Persons Per Unit by Age and Type of Dwelling (2021 Census) Age of Dwelling

Singles and Semi-Detached < 1 BR

1 BR

2 BR

3/4 BR

5+ BR

Total

15 Year Average

15 Year Average Adjusted [1]

1-5

3.000

2.850

6-10

3.164

3.116

2.983

0.156

11-15

1.769

2.714

2.658

2.875

2.847

16-20

1.909

2.639

2.765

2.593

2.804

2.847

20-25

1.727

2.739

3.643

2.763

2.796

2.847

25-35

1.909

2.530

2.521 2.711

2.847

35+

1.682

1.837

2.582

3.368

2.477

Total

1.100

1.839

1.852

2.652

3.412

2.568

Age of Dwelling

All Density Types < 1 BR

1 BR

2 BR

3/4 BR

5+ BR

Total

1-5

3.000

2.864

6-10

3.164

3.116

11-15

1.769

2.714

3.364

2.630

16-20

1.909

2.639

2.765

2.593

20-25

1.692

2.739

3.643

2.718

25-35

1.833

2.530

2.492

35+

1.381

1.827

2.581

3.325

2.439

Total

1.473

1.828

2.651

3.367

2.535

[1]

Adjusted based on historical trends. Note: Does not include Statistics Canada data classified as “Other.” P.P.U. Not calculated for samples less than or equal to 50 dwelling units and does not include institutional population.

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Schedule 7b Frontenac Census Division Person Per Unit by Age and Type of Dwelling (2021 Census) Age of Dwelling

< 1 BR

1 BR

Multiples[1] 2 BR 3/4 BR

5+ BR

Total

1-5

1.818

2.900

2.625

15 Year Average

15 Year Average Adjusted [3]

6-10

2.379

2.188

11-15

3.000

2.479

2.431

2.372

16-20

2.407

2.100

2.348

2.372

20-25

2.278

2.340

2.355

2.350

2.372

25-35

2.056

2.419

2.333

35+

1.438

1.801

2.633

2.889

2.328

Total

1.278

1.419

1.823

2.603

3.531

2.338

Age of Dwelling

< 1 BR

1 BR

Apartments[2] 2 BR 3/4 BR

5+ BR

Total

1-5

1.270

1.837

2.278

1.650

15 Year Average

15 Year Average Adjusted [3]

6-10

1.237

1.748

1.545

1.544

11-15

1.265

1.823

1.622

1.605

1.578

16-20

1.396

1.903

1.704

1.630

1.578

20-25

1.269

1.778

1.654

1.635

1.578

25-35

1.234

1.720

2.846

1.608

35+

1.033

1.226

1.727

2.656

1.600

Total

1.000

1.239

1.751

2.597

3.250

1.608

Age of Dwelling

All Density Types < 1 BR

1 BR

2 BR

3/4 BR

5+ BR

Total

1-5

1.300

1.333

1.852

2.955

3.893

2.434

6-10

1.276

1.752

2.817

3.875

2.419

11-15

1.333

1.804

2.726

3.550

2.408

16-20

1.418

1.835

2.740

3.373

2.510

20-25

1.281

1.824

2.652

3.377

2.325

25-35

1.287

1.790

2.603

3.521

2.306

35+

1.367

1.290

1.760

2.511

3.314

2.194

Total

1.432

1.298

1.776

2.590

3.393

2.261

[1]

Includes townhouses and apartments in duplexes. Includes bachelor, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom+ apartments. [3] Adjusted based on historical trends. Note: Does not include Statistics Canada data classified as “Other.” P.P.U. Not calculated for samples less than or equal to 50 dwelling units and does not include institutional population. [2]

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Schedule 8 Township of South Frontenac Person Per Unit Structural Type and Age of Dwelling (2021 Census)

3.50 3.12

Persons Per Dwelling

3.00

2.85

2.76

2.66

2.63

2.59

2.48

2.50 2.19

2.48

2.33

2.10

2.00 1.65

2.52 2.36

1.62

1.54

1.70

1.65

1.61

1.60

1.50 1.00 0.50

0.00 1-5

6-10

11-15

16-20

20-25

25-35

35+

Age of Dwelling Singles and Semi-Detached

Multiples

Apartments

Multiple and Apartment P.P.U.s are based on Frontenac Census Division.

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Schedule 9a Township of South Frontenac Employment Forecast, 2024 to 2039 Employment

Activity Rate

Total

N.F.P.O.W.[1]

745

2,645

163

2,808

1,840

523

520

2,075

313

2,388

1,300

246

583

598

2,413

350

2,763

1,467

971

274

642

664

2,591

384

2,975

1,620

997

293

683

709

2,722

407

3,129

1,725

-0.0270

-65

-30

-38

-213

-225

-570

150

-420

-540

0.0000

-0.0002

171

338

375

167

0.0058

0.0005

0.0064

178

212

153

0.0058

0.0007

0.0065

100

111

309

366

258

Commercial/ Population Institutional Related

Total

N.F.P.O.W. [1]

Total Including N.F.P.O.W.

Primary

Work at Home

Industrial

0.041

0.146

0.009

0.155

105

805

255

735

0.028

0.111

0.017

0.128

775

218

0.012

0.028

0.111

0.017

0.128

946

0.044

0.012

0.029

0.030

0.117

0.017

0.134

0.002

0.043

0.013

0.029

0.030

0.117

0.017

0.134

533

-0.0037

-0.0029

-0.0024

-0.0126

-0.0132

-0.0347

0.0078

Mid 2016 - Mid 2024

2,017

-0.0002

0.0000

-0.0002

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

1,501

-0.0001

0.0022

0.0007

0.0009

0.0021

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

2,620

-0.0002

0.0013

0.0009

0.0013

0.0026

Period

Population

Mid 2011

Commercial/ Population Institutional Related

Primary

Work at Industrial Home

18,113

0.006

0.044

0.014

0.041

Mid 2016

18,646

0.002

0.042

0.012

Mid 2024

20,663

0.002

0.042

Mid 2034

22,164

0.002

Mid 2039

23,283

Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

Employment Total Employment (Including N.F.P.O.W.)

Total (Excluding Work at Home and N.F.P.O.W.)

Incremental Change

Annual Average Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

107

-0.0007

-0.0006

-0.0005

-0.0025

-0.0026

-0.0069

0.0016

-0.0054

-13

-6

-8

-43

-45

-114

-84

-108

Mid 2016 - Mid 2024

252

-0.00003

0.00000

-0.00003

0.00000

-0.00003

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

150

-0.00001

0.00022

0.00007

0.00009

0.00021

0.00058

0.00005

0.00064

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

175

-0.00001

0.00008

0.00006

0.00009

0.00017

0.00039

0.00005

0.00044

[1]

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Statistics Canada defines no fixed place of work (N.F.P.O.W.) employees as “persons who do not go from home to the same workplace location at the beginning of each shift”. Such persons include building and landscape contractors, travelling salespersons, independent truck drivers, etc. Note: Statistics Canada 2021 Census place of work employment data has been reviewed. The 2021 Census employment results have not been utilized due to a significant increase in work at home employment captured due to Census enumeration occurring during the provincial COVID-19 lockdown from April 1, 2021, to June 14, 2021. Source: Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.

Schedule 9b Township of South Frontenac Employment and Gross Floor Area (G.F.A.) Forecast, 2024 to 2039 Employment Commercial/ Population Institutional Related

Gross Floor Area in Square Feet (Estimated)[1] Commercial/ Industrial Population Institutional Total Related

Period

Population

Mid 2011

18,113

255

735

745

1,840

382,500

367,500

521,500

1,586,500

Mid 2016

18,646

218

523

520

1,300

326,300

261,300

364,000

1,071,600

Mid 2024

20,663

246

583

598

1,467

369,000

291,500

418,600

1,199,100

Mid 2034

22,164

274

642

664

1,620

411,000

321,000

464,800

1,316,800

Mid 2039

23,283

293

683

709

1,725

439,500

341,500

496,300

1,397,300

Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

533

-38

-213

-225

-540

Mid 2016 - Mid 2024

2,017

167

42,700

30,200

54,600

127,500

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

1,501

153

42,000

29,500

46,200

117,700

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

2,620

100

111

258

70,500

50,000

77,700

198,200

Industrial

Total

Incremental Change

Annual Average Mid 2011 - Mid 2016

107

-8

-43

-45

-108

Mid 2016 - Mid 2024

252

5,338

3,775

6,825

15,938

Mid 2024 - Mid 2034

150

4,200

2,950

4,620

11,770

Mid 2024 - Mid 2039

175

4,700

3,333

5,180

13,213

[1] Square Foot Per Employee Assumptions

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Industrial 1,500 Commercial/Population-Related 500 Institutional 700 [2] Primary industry includes bona-fide, non bona-fide farming and cannabis growing operation related employment. *Reflects Mid-2024 to Mid-2039 forecast period. Note: Numbers may not add up precisely due to rounding. Source: Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.

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Appendix B Level of Service

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Table B-1 Township of South Frontenac Summary of the Level of Service Ceiling by Services Considered SUMMARY OF SERVICE STANDARDS AS PER DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT, 1997, AS AMENDED Service Category

Sub-Component

15 Year Average Service Standard Cost (per capita)

Quantity (per capita)

Quality (per capita)

Maximum Ceiling LOS

Services Related to a Highway - Roads

$10,037.87

0.0254 km of roadways

395,192 per km

32,823,835

Services Related to a Highway - Bridges, Culverts & Structures

$1,774.00

0.0020 Number of Bridges, Culverts & Structures

887,000 per item

5,800,980

Services Related to a Highway - Sidewalks and Active Transportation

$53.00

0.0003 km of sidewalks and active transportation

176,667 per km

173,310

Services Related to a Highway - Traffic Signals & Streetlights

$87.67

0.0109 No. of Traffic Signals

8,043 per signal

286,681

Public Works - Facilities

$760.33

3.8158 sq.ft. of building area

199 per sq.ft.

2,486,279

Public Works - Vehicles & Equipment

$490.00

0.0022 No. of vehicles and equipment

222,727 per vehicle

1,602,300

Fire Protection Services - Facilities

$483.98

0.9338 sq.ft. of building area

518 per sq.ft.

1,582,615

Fire Protection Services - Vehicles & Equipment

$610.03

0.0013 No. of vehicles

469,254 per vehicle

1,994,798

Fire Protection Services - Small Equipment and Gear

$81.79

0.0096 No. of equipment and gear

8,520 per item

267,453

Policing Services - Facilities

$173.61

0.3191 sq.ft. of building area

544 per sq.ft.

567,705

Parkland Development

$307.94

0.0042 Acres of Parkland

73,319 per acre

597,712

Parkland Amenities

$589.41

0.0031 No. of parkland amenities

190,132 per amenity

1,144,045

Recreation Facilities

$453.77

0.9112 sq.ft. of building area

498 per sq.ft.

880,768

Parks & Recreation Vehicles and Equipment

$10.69

0.0001 No. of vehicles and equipment

Library

Library Services - Facilities

$93.88

0.2278 sq.ft. of building area

Waste Diversion

Waste Diversion - Facilities - Stations/Depots Waste Diversion - Vehicles & Equipment

$5.96 $3.10

0.0319 sq.ft. of building area 0.0003 No. of vehicles and equipment

Service Related to a Highway

Fire Protection

Policing

Parks & Recreation

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412 per sq.ft.

182,221

187 per sq.ft. 10,333 per vehicle

11,568 6,017

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85,510 per vehicle

Schedule B-2 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Roads and Related Unit Measure: Description Rural Hot-Mix Surface Treated Gravel Local-Urban (external to developments) Hot-Mix Arterial-Rural Hot-Mix Surface Treated Arterial-Urban Hot-Mix Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

km of roadways 2009

2024 Value ($/km)

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

18.58 323.27 242.00

18.58 331.52 233.75

18.58 338.77 226.50

18.58 342.27 223.00

18.58 345.62 219.65

22.18 349.42 215.85

23.24 352.17 211.65

13.35 326.70 159.04

13.35 328.85 159.04

13.35 339.46 159.04

13.35 350.46 148.04

$584,000 $287,000 $239,000

0.27

$1,114,000

122.10 64.35

120.65 63.05

120.15 63.05

$716,000 $478,000

17.39 788

17.39 792

17.39 791

17.39 703

17.39 705

18.84 704

18.84 715

19.34 715

$1,422,000

28,608 0.0275

28,577 0.0276

28,578 0.0276

28,751 0.0274

28,887 0.0273

29,011 0.0273

29,144 0.0271

29,256 0.0240

29,465 0.0239

29,674 0.0237

29,868 0.0239

30,097 0.0237

30,288 0.0236

30,662 0.0233

31,061 0.0230

2009 to 2023 0.0254 $395,192 $10,038 15 Year 3,270 $10,038 $32,823,835

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Schedule B-3 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Bridges and Culverts Unit Measure: Description Bridges (OSIM Structures) Culverts (OSIM Structures) Culverts (<3m diameter) Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

Number of Bridges, Culverts & Structures 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

24 22 15 61

24 21 15 60

24 21 14 59

24 20 14 58

28,608 0.0021

28,577 0.0021

28,578 0.0021

28,751 0.0021

28,887 0.0021

29,011 0.0021

29,144 0.0021

29,256 0.0021

29,465 0.0021

29,674 0.0020

29,868 0.0020

30,097 0.0020

30,288 0.0019

30,662 0.0019

2024 Value ($/item) 24 $1,501,000 20 $589,000 14 $242,000 58

2023

31,061 0.0019

2009 to 2023 0.0020 $887,000 $1,774 15 Year 3,270 $1,774 $5,800,980

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Schedule B-4 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Sidewalks Unit Measure: Description Sidewalks Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

km of sidewalks and active transportation 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

5.72 5.72

6.09 6.09

7.24 7.24

7.33 7.33

8.76 8.76

10.64 10.64

11.53 11.53

11.77 11.77

28,608 0.0002

28,577 0.0002

28,578 0.0002

28,751 0.0002

28,887 0.0003

29,011 0.0003

29,144 0.0003

29,256 0.0003

29,465 0.0003

29,674 0.0004

29,868 0.0004

30,097 0.0004

30,288 0.0004

30,662 0.0004

31,061 0.0004

2024 Value ($/km) $180,000

2009 to 2023 0.0003 $176,667 $53 15 Year 3,270 $53 $173,310

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Schedule B-5 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Traffic Signals and Streetlights Unit Measure: Description Traffic Signals Streetlights Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

No. of Traffic Signals 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

1 319 320

2 319 321

2 322 324

2 326 328

28,608 0.0112

28,577 0.0112

28,578 0.0112

28,751 0.0111

28,887 0.0111

29,011 0.0110

29,144 0.0110

29,256 0.0109

29,465 0.0109

29,674 0.0108

29,868 0.0107

30,097 0.0108

30,288 0.0108

30,662 0.0107

2024 Value ($/item) 2 $300,500 329 $6,750 331

2023

31,061 0.0107

2009 to 2023 0.0109 $8,043 $88 15 Year 3,270 $88 $286,681

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Schedule B-6 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Public Works Facilities Unit Measure:

sq.ft. of building area Description

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Storrington Yard Sand/Salt Storage Keeley Yard Sand/Salt Storage Portland Yard Sand/Salt Storage Bedford Yard Sand/Salt Storage Keeley Garage Bedford Garage Portland Garage Storrington Garage Keely Road Administrative Building Loughborough Garage Loughborough Sand/Salt Shed Piccadilly Garage Total

7,500 7,574 6,400 6,370 22,359 2,800 6,920 1,736 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 75,593

7,500 20,974 6,400 6,370 22,359 2,800 6,920 1,736 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 88,993

7,500 20,974 17,706 6,370 22,359 2,800 9,812 1,736 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 103,191

7,500 20,974 17,706 15,960 22,359 5,694 9,812 1,736 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 115,675

15,570 20,974 17,706 15,960 22,359 5,694 9,812 1,736 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 123,745

15,570 20,974 17,706 15,960 22,359 5,694 9,812 3,842 2,088 3,240 4,306 4,300 125,851

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 2.6424

28,577 3.1141

28,578 3.6108

28,751 3.5891

28,887 3.5722

29,011 3.9873

29,144 3.9691

29,256 3.9539

29,465 4.1997

29,674 4.1701

29,868 4.1430

30,097 4.1115

30,288 4.0856

30,662 4.0358

31,061 4.0517

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2024 Value/sq.ft. Bld’g with land, Value site works, ($/sq.ft.) etc. $84 $106 $84 $106 $84 $106 $84 $106 $280 $322 $280 $322 $280 $322 $280 $322 $330 $377 $280 $322 $84 $106 $280 $322

2009 to 2023 3.8158 $199 $760 15 Year 3,270 $760 $2,486,279

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Table B-7 Township of South Frontenac Services Related to a Highway – Public Works Vehicles & Equipment Unit Measure: Description Half Ton Truck Three Quarter Ton Truck Diesel Work Truck (19,500 GVW) Mechanic Truck Tandem Dump Truck Triaxle Dump Truck Water Tank (For Tandems) Backhoe Loader Trackless Sidewalk Machine Dozer Excavator Motor Grader Vibratory Roller Air Compressor Utility & Culvert Trailer Equipment Float Trailer Belly Dump Trailer Hot Box Wood Chipper Steamer Diesel Plate Tamper Roadside Mowing Tractor Portable digital message boards Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

No. of vehicles and equipment 2009

2010 7 6 2 1 17

2011

7 6 2 1 17

3 2 4

7 6 2 1 17

3 2 4

2 1 5

1 3 2 1 1 1 4

3 2 4

2 1 4

1 3 2 1 1 1 4

2014

7 6 2 1 17 1 3 2 4 1 2 1 3

1 3 2 1 1 1 4

2013

7 6 2 1 17

3 2 4

2 1 4

2012

7 6 2 1 16 1 3 2 4 1 2 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 4

1 3 2 1 1 1 4

2015

2016

7 6 2 1 16 1 3 2 4 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 4 1

2017

7 6 2 1 16 1 3 2 4 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 4 1

2018

7 6 2 1 16 1 3 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 4 1

2019

7 7 1 1 16 1 3 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 3 1

28,608 0.0022

28,577 0.0022

28,578 0.0022

28,751 0.0022

28,887 0.0022

29,011 0.0022

29,144 0.0022

29,256 0.0022

29,465 0.0021

29,674 0.0021

2021

7 7 1 1 16 1 3 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 3 1

7 7 1 1 16 1 4 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 3 1

2022

2 63

2 64

7 7 1 1 17 2 4 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 3 1 2 2 68

29,868 0.0021

30,097 0.0021

30,288 0.0021

30,662 0.0022

2 63

2020

2023 8 7 2 1 17 2 4 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 3 1 2 6 74 31,061 0.0024

2024 Value ($/Vehicle) $70,000 $85,000 $130,000 $150,000 $430,000 $500,000 $40,000 $230,000 $320,000 $230,000 $230,000 $425,000 $575,000 $280,000 $40,000 $15,000 $100,000 $120,000 $50,000 $120,000 $30,000 $25,000 $185,000 $23,000

2009 to 2023 0.0022 $222,727 $490 15 Year 3,270 $490 $1,602,300

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Table B-8 Township of South Frontenac Fire Protection Services - Facilities Unit Measure:

sq.ft. of building area Description

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 2,497 1,615 3,842

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 2,497

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 2,497 1,615 3,842

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 4,660 1,615 3,842

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 4,660 1,615 7,599

2024 Value/sq.ft. Bld’g with land, Value site works, ($/sq.ft.) etc. $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $436 $517 $535 $631

Station #1 - 7 & 11 Steele Road Station #2 - 237 Burridge Road Station #3 - 6930 Road #38 (Verona) Station #4 - 4808 Holleford Road (Hartington) Station #5 - 4233 Stagecoach Road (Sydenham) Station #6 (old) - 5855 Perth Road Station #6 (new) - 5582 Perth Road Station #7 - 3516 Latimer Road (Inverary) Station #8 - 3910 Battersea Road (Sunbury) Station # 8 (new) - 4490 Battersea Road Station #8 Storage Sea Cans - 3910 Battersea Road (Sunbury) Station #9 - 5038 Carrying Place Road Total

320

$25

$42

969 26,623

969 28,786

27,817

28,137

31,894

$436

$517

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.9306

28,577 0.9316

28,578 0.9316

28,751 0.9260

28,887 0.9216

29,011 0.9177

29,144 0.9135

29,256 0.9100

29,465 0.9035

29,674 0.9701

29,868 0.9638

30,097 0.9242

30,288 0.9184

30,662 0.9177

31,061 1.0268

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2,002 3,423 3,595 5,268 3,412 2,497 1,615 3,842

1,615 3,842

2009 to 2023 0.9338 $518 $484 15 Year 3,270 $484 $1,582,615

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Table B-9 Township of South Frontenac Fire Protection Services – Vehicles & Equipment Unit Measure: Description 3/4 ton truck Boat Inflatable Boat ATVs Pumper Mini-pumper Squad SUV Tanker Trailer Lighting Unit Air Trailer/Air Fill Stations Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

No. of vehicles 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

5 1 1 2 8 1 7 1 8 2 1 1 38

7 1 1 2 7 1 7 1 8 2 1 1 39

7 1 1 2 7 1 7 2 8 2 1 2 41

10 1 1 2 7 1 7 2 8 2 1 2 44

11 1 1 2 7 1 7 2 8 2 1 2 45

11 1 1 2 8 1 2 2 9 2 1 2 42

28,608 0.0013

28,577 0.0013

28,578 0.0013

28,751 0.0013

28,887 0.0013

29,011 0.0013

29,144 0.0013

29,256 0.0013

29,465 0.0013

29,674 0.0013

29,868 0.0013

30,097 0.0014

30,288 0.0015

30,662 0.0015

31,061 0.0014

2024 Value ($/Vehicle) $80,000 $80,000 $10,000 $20,000 $918,300 $512,600 $600,000 $65,900 $659,500 $30,000 $30,000 $200,000

2009 to 2023 0.0013 $469,254 $610 15 Year 3,270 $610 $1,994,798

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Table B-10 Township of South Frontenac Fire Protection Services – Small Equipment and Gear Unit Measure:

No. of equipment and gear Description

2009

Bunker Gear Hoses Lighting Unit Breathing Apparatus (S.C.B.A.) - Masks and Packs Breathing Apparatus (S.C.B.A.) - Bottles Ice Water Rescue Suits Vehicle Extrication Equipment (in Pumpers) Pumper Appliances Tanker Appliances Specialized Equipment - Drone Specialized Equipment - Thermal Imaging Cameras Specialized Equipment - HazMat Equipment Specialized Equipment - Electric Vehicle Blankets Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

85 1 1 50 96 24 8 8 8

281

282

292

98 1 1 50 96 24 8 9 8 1 8 2 2 308

28,608 0.0098

28,577 0.0098

28,578 0.0098

28,751 0.0098

28,887 0.0097

29,011 0.0097

29,144 0.0096

29,256 0.0096

29,465 0.0095

29,674 0.0095

29,868 0.0094

30,097 0.0093

30,288 0.0093

30,662 0.0095

31,061 0.0099

85 1 1 50 96 24 8 8 8 1

85 1 1 50 96 24 8 8 8 1 8 2

2024 Value ($/item) $5,000 $20,100 $25,200 $12,000 $2,000 $2,500 $70,000 $35,000 $20,000 $90,000 $50,000 $40,000 $10,000

2009 to 2023 0.0096 $8,520 $82 15 Year 3,270 $82 $267,453

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Table B-11 Township of South Frontenac Parks and Recreation Services – Parkland Development Unit Measure: Description

Acres of Parkland 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Centennial Park Gerald Ball Park Battersea Park Inverary Ball Park Tett Park Gilmour Park Wilmer Park Bowes Park The Point Park Latimer Park McMullen Park Glendower Park Harris Park Davidson Beach Princess Anne Park Total

37 3 4 2 3 3 6 19 13 2 10 4 6 11 1 124

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.0043

28,577 0.0043

28,578 0.0043

28,751 0.0043

28,887 0.0043

29,011 0.0043

29,144 0.0042

29,256 0.0042

29,465 0.0042

29,674 0.0042

29,868 0.0041

30,097 0.0041

30,288 0.0041

30,662 0.0040

31,061 0.0040

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2024 Value ($/Acre) $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200 $73,200

2009 to 2023 0.0042 $73,319 $308 10 Year 1,941 $308 $597,712

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Table B-12 Township of South Frontenac Parks and Recreation Services – Parkland Amenities Unit Measure: Description Play Equipment Net Sport Courts (Lighting) Net Sport Courts (No lighting) Baseball Fields (Lighting) Baseball Fields (No lighting) Soccer Fields Horeshoe Pits Football Field (Lighting) Washrooms (Accessible) Gazebos Benches Basketball Courts Dog Park Canteens/Washrooms Park Summer Camp Buildings Centennial Grand Pavillion Boat launches Water Access Points to Water Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

No. of parkland amenities 2009

2010 11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 3 4 6

2011

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 3 4 6

2012

20 3 89

20 3 90

20 3 91

28,608 0.0031

28,577 0.0031

28,578 0.0031

28,751 0.0031

28,887 0.0030

29,011 0.0031

29,144 0.0031

29,256 0.0030

29,465 0.0031

29,674 0.0031

29,868 0.0030

7 2

12 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 4 4 6

12 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 4 4 6 1 7 2

2019

20 3 88

7 2

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 4 4 6

2018

20 3 88

7 2

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 4 4 6

2017

20 3 88

7 2

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 4 4 6

2016

20 3 88

7 2

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 3 4 6

2015

20 3 88

7 2

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 3 4 6

2014

12 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 6 4 3 1 7 2 1 20 3 91

11 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 3 4 6

2013

7 2

2020

2021

2022

2023

12 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 6 4 3 1 7 2 1 20 3 91

12 3 2 7 2 7 8 1 2 6 4 3 1 7 3 1 20 3 92

30,097 0.0030

30,288 0.0030

30,662 0.0030

31,061 0.0030

2024 Value ($/item) $80,000 $450,000 $400,000 $568,000 $289,000 $313,000 $11,600 $650,000 $200,000 $30,000 $1,100 $80,000 $22,000 $250,000 $400,000 $600,000 $150,000 $20,000

2009 to 2023 0.0031 $190,132 $589 10 Year 1,941 $589 $1,144,045

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Table B-13 Township of South Frontenac Parks and Recreation Services – Recreation Facilities Unit Measure:

sq.ft. of building area Description

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Fermoy Community Centre Harris Park Glendower Hall Storrington Centre Bradshaw School House Frontenac Community Arena* Total

937 900 4,600 2,300 810 17,138 26,685

937 900 4,600 4,551 810 17,138 28,936

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.9328

28,577 0.9338

28,578 0.9338

28,751 0.9281

28,887 0.9238

29,011 0.9198

29,144 0.9156

29,256 0.9121

29,465 0.9057

29,674 0.8993

29,868 0.8934

30,097 0.8866

30,288 0.8810

30,662 0.8703

31,061 0.9316

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2009 to 2023 0.9112 $498 $454

2024 Value/sq.ft. Bld’g with land, Value site works, ($/sq.ft.) etc. $330 $377 $330 $377 $330 $377 $365 $415 $330 $377 $497 $561

*Represents Township of South Frontenac’s share of the facility (59%). Shared with Central Frontenac.

10 Year 1,941 $454 $880,768

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Table B-14 Township of South Frontenac Parks and Recreation Services – Vehicles and Equipment Unit Measure: Description Elite Zamboni* Ice Edger* Half Ton Truck Utility & Culvert Trailer Diesel Work Truck (19,500 GVW) Zero turn lawn mower Total Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

No. of vehicles and equipment 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

0.59 0.59 1.00 2.18

0.59 0.59 1.00 1.00 1.00 4.18

0.59 0.59 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 5.18

0.59 0.59 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 6.18

28,608 0.00008

28,577 0.00008

28,578 0.00008

28,751 0.00008

28,887 0.00008

29,011 0.00008

29,144 0.00014

29,256 0.00014

29,465 0.00014

29,674 0.00014

29,868 0.00014

30,097 0.00017

30,288 0.00017

30,662 0.00017

31,061 0.00020

2009 to 2023 0.00013 $85,510 $11

2024 Value ($/Vehicle) $293,000 $14,600 $70,000 $15,000 $130,000 $28,000

*Represents Township of South Frontenac’s share of the zamboni (59%). Shared with Central Frontenac.

10 Year 1,941 $11 $20,749

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Schedule B-15 Township of South Frontenac Library Services – Facilities Unit Measure:

sq.ft. of building area Description

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Sydenham Library Storrington Library Hartington Library Total

1,000 517 947 2,464

5,920 517 947 7,384

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.0861

28,577 0.0862

28,578 0.2584

28,751 0.2568

28,887 0.2556

29,011 0.2545

29,144 0.2534

29,256 0.2524

29,465 0.2506

29,674 0.2488

29,868 0.2472

30,097 0.2453

30,288 0.2438

30,662 0.2408

31,061 0.2377

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2024 Value/sq.ft. Bld’g with land, Value site works, ($/sq.ft.) etc. $330 $412 $330 $412 $330 $412

2009 to 2023 0.2278 $412 $94 10 Year 1,941 $94 $182,221

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Schedule B-16 Township of South Frontenac Policing Services – Facilities Unit Measure: Description

sq.ft. of building area 2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

O.P.P. Station Total

9,396 9,396

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.3284

28,577 0.3288

28,578 0.3288

28,751 0.3268

28,887 0.3253

29,011 0.3239

29,144 0.3224

29,256 0.3212

29,465 0.3189

29,674 0.3166

29,868 0.3146

30,097 0.3122

30,288 0.3102

30,662 0.3064

31,061 0.3025

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

Value/sq.ft. with land, site works, etc. $460 $544

2024 Bld’g Value ($/sq.ft.)

2009 to 2023 0.3191 544 $174 15 Year 3,270 $174 $567,705

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Schedule B-17 Township of South Frontenac Waste Diversion – Facilities Unit Measure:

sq.ft. of building area Description

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Household Hazardous Waste Depot

1,087

Total

1,087

28,608

28,577

28,578 0.0380

28,751 0.0378

28,887 0.0376

29,011 0.0375

29,144 0.0373

29,256 0.0372

29,465 0.0369

29,674 0.0366

29,868 0.0364

30,097 0.0361

30,288 0.0359

30,662 0.0355

31,061 0.0350

Population Per Capita Standard 15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2024 Bld’g Value ($/sq.ft.)

Value/sq.ft. with land, site works, etc.

$157

$187

2009 to 2023 0.0319 $187 $6 10 Year 1,941 $6 $11,568

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Schedule B-18 Township of South Frontenac Waste Diversion – Vehicles and Equipment Unit Measure:

No. of vehicles and equipment

Half Ton Truck Recycle material bins Total

10 10.00

0.50 10 10.50

2024 Value ($/Vehicle) 0.50 $70,000 10 $8,000 10.50

Population Per Capita Standard

28,608 0.0003

28,577 0.0004

28,578 0.0004

28,751 0.0003

28,887 0.0003

29,011 0.0003

29,144 0.0003

29,256 0.0003

29,465 0.0003

29,674 0.0003

29,868 0.0004

30,097 0.0003

30,288 0.0003

30,662 0.0003

31,061 0.0003

Description

15 Year Average Quantity Standard Quality Standard Service Standard D.C. Amount (before deductions) Forecast Population $ per Capita Eligible Amount

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2009 to 2023 0.0003 $10,333 $3 10 Year 1,941 $3 $6,017

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Appendix C: Long-Term Capital and Operating Cost Examination As a requirement of the D.C.A. under subsection 10 (2) (c), an analysis must be undertaken to assess the long-term capital and operating cost impacts for the capital infrastructure projects identified within the D.C. background study. As part of this analysis, it was deemed necessary to isolate the incremental operating expenditures directly associated with these capital projects, factor in cost savings attributable to economies of scale or cost sharing where applicable and prorate the cost on a per unit basis (i.e., sq.ft. of building space, per vehicle, etc.). This was undertaken through a review of the Township’s approved 2022 Financial Information Return (F.I.R.). In addition to the operational impacts, over time the initial capital projects will require replacement. This replacement of capital is often referred to as lifecycle cost. By definition, lifecycle costs are all the costs that are incurred during the life of a physical asset, from the time its acquisition is first considered, to the time it is taken out of service for disposal or redeployment. Lifecycle costs were estimated by dividing the growth-related costs by the average useful life. The useful life assumptions used for each asset class are provided in Table C-1. Table C-1 Average Useful Life by Asset Class Asset

Lifecycle Cost Average Useful Life

Facilities

Services Related to a Highway

20 to 50

Parkland Development

Vehicles

12 to 20

Small Equipment & Gear

Table C-1 depicts the annual operating impact resulting from the proposed gross capital projects at the time they are all in place. It is important to note that, while Municipal program expenditures will increase with growth in population, the costs associated with

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the new infrastructure (i.e., facilities) would be delayed until the time these works are in place. Table C-2 Operating and Capital Expenditure Impacts for Future Capital Expenditures SERVICE/CLASS OF SERVICE

790,133

1,087,556

1,877,690

Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment

1,781,862

49,770

229,732

279,502

Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

4,630,401

16,360

306,860

323,220

Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

3,957,142

92,435

76,016

168,451

182,111

5,874

281

6,155

Library Services 5.1

14,361,951

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1

Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

Policing Services 3.1

TOTAL ANNUAL EXPENDITURES

Fire Protection Services 2.1

ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES

Services Related to a Highway 1.1

GROSS COST LESS ANNUAL LIFECYCLE BENEFIT TO EXPENDITURES EXISTING

Library facilities, materials and vehicles

Waste Diversion 6.1

Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other

Total

17,500

1,750

72,282

74,032

$24,930,966

$956,322

$1,772,727

$2,729,049

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Appendix D D.C. Reserve Fund Policy

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Appendix D: D.C. Reserve Fund Policy D.1

Legislative Requirements

The Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended (D.C.A.) requires development charge (D.C.) collections (and associated interest) to be placed in separate reserve funds. Sections 33 through 36 of the D.C.A. provide the following regarding reserve fund establishment and use: •

A municipality shall establish a reserve fund for each service to which the D.C. by-law relates; subsection 7 (1), however, allows services to be grouped into categories of services for reserve fund (and credit) purposes and for classes of services to be established.

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The municipality shall pay each D.C. it collects into a reserve fund or funds to which the charge relates.

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The money in a reserve fund shall be spent only for the “capital costs” determined through the legislated calculation process (as per subsection 5 (1) 2 to 8).

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Money may be borrowed from the fund but must be paid back with interest (O. Reg. 82/98, subsection 11 (1) defines this as Bank of Canada rate either on the day the by-law comes into force or, if specified in the by-law, the first business day of each quarter). D.C. reserve funds may not be consolidated with other municipal reserve funds for investment purposes and may only be used as an interim financing source for capital undertakings for which D.C.s may be spent (section 37).

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Annually, the Treasurer of the municipality is required to provide Council with a financial statement related to the D.C. by-law(s) and reserve funds. This statement must be made available to the public and may be requested to be forwarded to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Subsection 43 (2) and O. Reg. 82/98 prescribe the information that must be included in the Treasurer’s statement, as follows: • •

opening balance; closing balance;

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description of each service and/or service category for which the reserve fund was established (including a list of services within a service category);

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transactions for the year (e.g., collections, draws) including each asset’s capital costs to be funded from the D.C. reserve fund and the manner for funding the capital costs not funded under the D.C. by-law (i.e., non-D.C. recoverable cost share and post-period D.C. recoverable cost share); for projects financed by D.C.s, the amount spent on the project from the D.C. reserve fund and the amount and source of any other monies spent on the project;

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amounts borrowed, purpose of the borrowing, and interest accrued during previous year;

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amount and source of money used by the municipality to repay municipal obligations to the D.C. reserve fund;

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list of credits by service or service category (outstanding at the beginning of the year, given in the year, and outstanding at the end of the year by the holder);

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for credits granted under section 14 of the previous D.C.A., a schedule identifying the value of credits recognized by the municipality, the service to which it applies, and the source of funding used to finance the credit; and

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a statement as to compliance with subsection 59 (1) of the D.C.A., whereby the municipality shall not impose, directly or indirectly, a charge related to a development or a requirement to construct a service related to development, except as permitted by the D.C.A. or another Act.

Recent changes arising from Bill 109 (More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022) provide that the Council shall make the statement available to the public by posting the statement on the website or, if there is no such website, in the municipal office. In addition, Bill 109 introduced the following requirements which shall be included in the treasurer’s statement. • For each service for which a development charge is collected during the year o whether, as of the end of the year, the municipality expects to incur the amount of capital costs that were estimated, in the relevant development charge background study, to be incurred during the term of the applicable development charge by-law; and o if the answer to the above is no, the amount the municipality now expects to incur and a statement as to why this amount is expected.

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For any service for which a development charge was collected during the year but in respect of which no money from a reserve fund was spent during the year, a statement as to why there was no spending during the year.

Additionally, as per subsection 35 (3) of the D.C.A.: 35 (3) If a service is prescribed for the purposes of this subsection, beginning in the first calendar year that commences after the service is prescribed and in each calendar year thereafter, a municipality shall spend or allocate at least 60 per cent of the monies that are in a reserve fund for the prescribed service at the beginning of the year. The services currently prescribed are water, wastewater, and services related to a highway. Therefore, as of 2023, a municipality shall spend or allocate at least 60 percent of the monies in the reserve fund at the beginning of the year. There are generally two ways in which a municipality may approach this requirement.

Include a schedule as part of the annual Treasurer’s statement; or
Incorporate the information into the annual budgeting process. Based upon the above, Figure D-1 and Attachments 1 and 2, set out the format for which annual reporting to Council should be provided. Figure D-4 provides the schedule for allocating reserve fund balances to projects. Based upon the above, Tables D-1 to D-4, set out the format for which annual reporting to Council should be provided. Table D-5 provides the schedule for allocating prescribed reserve fund balances to projects. D.2

D.C. Reserve Fund Application

Section 35 of the D.C.A. states that: “The money in a reserve fund established for a service may be spent only for capital costs determined under paragraphs 2 to 7 of subsection 5(1).” This provision clearly establishes that reserve funds collected for a specific service are only to be used for that service, or to be used as a source of interim financing of capital undertakings for which a D.C. may be spent.

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Table D-1 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds

Description Opening Balance, January 1, ________

Services Related to a Highway

Plus: Development Charge Collections Accrued Interest Repayment of Monies Borrowed from Fund and Associated Interest1 Sub-Total

Services to which the Development Charge Relates Fire Parks and Protection Recreation Library Emergency Waste Services Services Services Growth Studies Preparedness Diversion

Policing Services

Total 0

0 0 0 0

Less: Amount Transferred to Capital (or Other) Funds2 Amounts Refunded Amounts Loaned to Other D.C. Service Category for Interim Financing 3 Credits Sub-Total

0 0 0 0 0

Closing Balance, December 31, ________

Source of funds used to repay the D.C. reserve fund

See Attachment 1 for details

See Attachment 2 for details

The Municipality is compliant with s.s. 59.1 (1) of the Development Charges Act , whereby charges are not directly or indirectly imposed on development nor has a requirement to construct a service related to development been imposed, except as permitted by the Development Charges Act or another Act.

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Table D-2 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds Amount Transferred to Capital (or Other) Funds - Capital Fund Transactions D.C. Recoverable Cost Share D.C. Forecast Period Post D.C. Forecast Period

Capital Fund Transactions Services Related to a Highway Capital Cost A Capital Cost B Capital Cost C Sub-Total - Services Related to Highways

Gross Capital Cost

D.C. Reserve Fund Draw

Non-D.C. Recoverable Cost Share

Grants, Post-Period Grants, Other Tax Supported Rate Supported Grants, Subsidies Other Benefit/ Capacity Subsidies Other Reserve/Reserve Operating Fund Operating Fund Subsidies Other Contributions Interim Financing Contributions Fund Draws Contributions Contributions Debt Financing Contributions

D.C. Debt Financing

Fire Protection Services Capital Cost D Capita Cost E Capital Cost F Sub-Total - Fire Protection Services

Parks and Recreation Services Capital Cost G Capita Cost H Capital Cost I Sub-Total - Parks & Recreation Services

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Table D-3 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds Amount Transferred to Operating (or Other) Funds - Operating Fund Transactions

Operating Fund Transactions Services Related to a Highway Capital Cost J Capita Cost K Capital Cost L Sub-Total - Services Related to a Highway

Annual Debt Repayment Amount

D.C. Reserve Fund Draw Principal

Post D.C. Forecast Period

Interest

Principal

Interest

Non-D.C. Recoverable Cost Share Source

Principal

Interest

Source

Fire Protection Services Capital Cost M Capita Cost N Capital Cost O Sub-Total - Fire Protection Services

Parks and Recreation Services Capital Cost P Capita Cost Q Capital Cost R Sub-Total - Parks & Recreation Services

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Table D-4 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds Statement of Credit Holder Transactions

Credit Holder

Credit Balance Additional Credits Used Applicable D.C. Outstanding Credits by Holder Reserve Fund Beginning of Granted During During Year Year ________ Year

Credit Balance Outstanding End of Year

Credit Holder A Credit Holder B Credit Holder C Credit Holder D Credit Holder E Credit Holder F

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Table D-5 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds Statement of Reserve Fund Balance Allocations Service: Balance in Reserve Fund at Beginning of Year: 60% of Balance to be Allocated (at a minimum):

Services Related to a Highway 0 0

Projects to Which Funds Will be Allocated Project Description

Project Number

Total

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Share of Growth-related Cost Allocated - Current Year

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Total Growth-related Capital Cost Remaining to be Funded

Table D-6 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds Description of the Service (or Class of Service) for which each Development Charge Reserve Fund was Established Service Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion

Description The fund is used for growth-related projects for roads, bridges, structures, sidewalks, and other related road infrastructure The fund is used for growth-related projects supporting fire protection services, including facilities, vehicles, equipment, and gear The fund is used for growth-related projects supporting policing services, including facilities The fund is used for growth-related projects related to parkland development, parkland amenities, parkland buildings, and recreation facilities The fund is used for growth-related projects including, library facilities The fund is used for growth-related projects for vehicles, equipment, and other waste diversion infrastructure

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Appendix E Local Service Policy

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Appendix E: Local Service Policy This Appendix sets out the Township’s General Policy Guidelines on Development Charges (D.C.) and local service funding for Services Related to a Highway, Stormwater Management, Parkland Development, and Underground Linear Services. The guidelines outlines, in general terms, the nature of engineered infrastructure that is included in the study as a development charge project, versus infrastructure that is considered as a local service, to be completed separately by landowners, pursuant to a development agreement. The following policy guidelines are general principles by which staff will be guided in considering development applications. However, each application will be considered, in the context of these policy guidelines as subsection 59(2) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, on its own merits having regard to, among other factors, the nature, type and location of the development and any existing and proposed development in the surrounding area, as well as the location and type of services required and their relationship to the proposed development and to existing and proposed development in the area. E-1 Services Related to a Highway A highway and services related to a highway are intended for the transportation of people and goods via many different modes including, but not limited to passenger automobiles, commercial vehicles, transit vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. The highway shall consist of all land and associated infrastructure built to support (or service) this movement of people and goods regardless of the mode of transportation employed. A complete street is the concept whereby a highway is planned, designed, operated, and maintained to enable pedestrians, cyclists, public transit users and motorists to safely and comfortably be moved, thereby allowing for the efficient movement of persons and goods. The associated infrastructure to achieve this concept shall include, but is not limited to: road pavement structure and curbs; grade separation/bridge structures (for any vehicles, railways and/or pedestrians); grading, drainage and retaining wall features; culvert structures; storm water drainage systems; utilities; traffic control systems; signage; gateway features; street furniture; active transportation facilities (e.g. sidewalks, bike lanes, multi-use trails which interconnect the transportation network,

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etc.); roadway lighting systems; boulevard and median surfaces (e.g. sod & topsoil, paving, etc.); street trees and landscaping; parking lanes & lay-bys; (excluding on-street parking in the downtown) and driveway entrances; noise attenuation systems; railings and safety barriers. E.1.1 Local Roads, Laneways and Private Roads a. Local Roads Internal to Development, inclusive of all land and associated infrastructure – direct developer responsibility under s.59 of the D.C.A. as a local service. b. Local Roads External to Development, inclusive of all land and associated infrastructure – if needed to support a specific development or required to link with the area to which the plan relates, direct developer responsibility under s.59 of the D.C.A.; otherwise, included in D.C. calculation to the extent permitted under s.5(1) of the D.C.A. (dependent on local circumstances). c. All laneways and private roads are considered to be direct developer responsibility under s.59 of the D.C.A. E.1.2 Arterial Roads a. New, widened, extended, or upgraded arterial roads, inclusive of all associated infrastructure: Included as part of road costing funded through D.C.A., s.5(1). b. Land acquisition for arterial roads on existing rights-of-way to achieve a complete street: dedication under the Planning Act provisions (s. 41, 51 and s. 53) through development lands; in area with limited development: included in D.C.’s. c. Land acquisition for arterial roads on new rights-of-way to achieve a complete street: dedication, where possible, under the Planning Act provisions (s. 51 and s. 53) through development lands up to the R.O.W. specified in the Official Plan. d. Land acquisition beyond normal dedication requirements to achieve transportation corridors as services related to highways, including intersection widening and redesign on arterial roads: included in D.C.’s. E.1.3 Traffic Control Systems, Signals, and Intersection Improvements a. On new arterial roads and arterial road improvements unrelated to a specific development: included as part of road costing funded through D.C.’s.

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b. On non-arterial roads, or for any private site entrances or entrances to specific development: direct developer responsibility under s.59 of D.C.A. (as a local service). c. On arterial road intersections with county roads: include in D.C.’s or in certain circumstances, may be a direct developer responsibility. d. Intersection improvements, new or modified signalization, signal timing & optimization plans, area traffic studies for highways attributed to growth and unrelated to a specific development: included in D.C. calculation as permitted under s.5(1) of the D.C.A. E.1.4 Streetlights a. Streetlights on new arterial roads and arterial road improvements: considered part of the complete street and included as part of the road costing funded through D.C.’s or in exceptional circumstances, may be direct developer responsibility through local service provisions (s.59 of D.C.A.). b. Streetlights on non-arterial roads internal to development: considered part of the complete street and included as a direct developer responsibility under s. 59 of the D.C.A. (as a local service). c. Streetlights on non-arterial roads external to development, needed to support a specific development or required to link with the area to which the plan relates: considered part of the complete street and are included as a direct developer responsibility under s. 59 of the D.C.A. (as a local service). E.1.5 Transportation Related Pedestrian and Cycling Facilities a. Sidewalks, multi-use trails, and bike lanes (paved shoulders), inclusive of all required infrastructure, located within arterial roads, county roads: considered part of the complete street and included in D.C.’s, or, in exceptional circumstances, may be direct developer responsibility through local service provisions (s.59 of D.C.A.). b. Sidewalks, multi-use trails, and bike lanes (paved shoulders), inclusive of all required infrastructure, located within or linking to non-arterial road corridors internal to development: direct developer responsibility under s.59 of D.C.A. (as a local service). c. Other sidewalks, multi-use trails, and bike lanes (paved shoulders), inclusive of all required infrastructure, located within non-arterial road corridors external to

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development and needed to support a specific development or required to link with the area to which the plan relates: direct developer responsibility under s.59 of D.C.A. (as a local service). E.1.6 Noise Abatement Measures a. Noise abatement measures external and internal to development where it is related to, or a requirement of a specific development: direct developer responsibility under s.59 of D.C.A. (as a local service). b. Noise abatement measures on new arterial roads and arterial road improvements abutting an existing community and unrelated to a specific development: included as part of road costing funded through D.C.’s. E.2 Stormwater Management a. Stormwater facilities for quality and/or quantity management, including downstream erosion works, inclusive of land and all associated infrastructure, such as landscaping and perimeter fencing: direct developer responsibility under s.59 of D.C.A. (as a local service). b. Over-sizing cost of stormwater facilities capacity, excluding land, to accommodate runoff from new, widened, extended, or upgraded municipal arterial roads that are funded as a development charges project: included as part of road costing funded through D.C.’s. c. Erosion works, inclusive of all restoration requirements, related to a development application: direct developer responsibility under s. 59 of the D.C.A. (as a local service). d. Storm sewer systems and drainage works that are required for a specific development, either internal or external to the area to which the plan relates: direct developer responsibility under s. 59 of the D.C.A. (as a local service). E.3 Parkland Development E.3.1 Parkland a. Parkland Development for Neighbourhood Parks: direct developer responsibility to provide at base condition, as follows: •

Clearing and grubbing. Tree removals as per the subdivision’s tree preservation and removals plan.

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Topsoil Stripping, screening, and stockpiling.

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Rough grading (pre-grading) to allow for positive drainage of the Park, with minimum slopes of 2%. If necessary, this may include some minor drainage tile work and grading as per the overall subdivision grading design complete with any required swales or catch basins. Runoff from the development property shall not drain into the park unless approved by the Township. Spreading of topsoil to 150mm depth (import topsoil if existing on-site is insufficient to reach required depth).

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Seeding of site with Township-approved seed mix. Maintenance of seed until acceptance by Township.

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Parks shall be free of any contaminated soil or subsoil. Parks shall not be mined for fill.

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Parks shall be conveyed free and clear of all encumbrances. When Park parcels cannot be developed in a timely manner, they shall be graded to ensure positive drainage and seeded to minimize erosion and dust. These shall be maintained by the developer until construction commences thereon.

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The Park block shall not be used for topsoil or other construction material, equipment storage, or sales pavilions. b. Program facilities, amenities, and furniture, within parkland: are included in D.C.’s. E.4 Landscape Buffer Blocks, Features, Cul-de-sac Islands, Berms, Grade Transition Areas, Walkway Connections to Adjacent Arterial Roads, Open Space, etc. The cost of developing all landscape buffer blocks, landscape features, cul-de- sac islands, berms, grade transition areas, walkway connections to adjacent arterial roads, open space and other remnant pieces of land conveyed to the municipality shall be a direct developer responsibility as a local service. Such costs include but are not limited to: a. pre-grading, sodding, or seeding, supply and installation of topsoil, (to the Municipality’s required depth), landscape features, perimeter fencing and amenities and all planting.

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E.5 Infrastructure Assets Constructed by Developers a. All infrastructure assets constructed by Developers must be designed in accordance with the Township’s Design Criteria and Standards, as revised. b. All infrastructure assets shall be conveyed in accordance with the Township’s Design Criteria and Standards, as revised c. Any Parks and Open Space infrastructure assets approved to be built by the developer on behalf of the Municipality shall be in accordance with the Township’s Standards. E.6 Underground Services (Stormwater, Water and Sanitary Services) Underground services, where available, may include infrastructure for stormwater, water, and sanitary services within the road allowance. These services are not included in the cost of road infrastructure and are treated separately. The responsibility for such services as well as stormwater management ponds and water pumping stations, which are undertaken as part of new developments or redevelopments will generally be direct developer responsibility as a local service. It is recognized that much of the development within the Township occurs on private services. Private water and septic services are a direct developer responsibility. The costs of the following items shall be direct developer responsibilities as a local service: a. providing all underground services internal to the development, including storm, water, and sanitary services; b. providing service connections from existing underground services to the development; c. providing new underground services or upgrading existing underground services external to the development if the services are required to service the development. If external services are required by two or more developments, the developer for the first development will be responsible for the cost of the external services and may enter into front-ending/cost-sharing agreements with other developers independent of the Municipality; d. providing stormwater management ponds and other facilities required by the development including all associated features such as landscaping and fencing;

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e. water booster pumping stations, and reservoir pumping stations serving individual developments, as may be required; E.7 Natural Heritage System (N.H.S.) The Natural Heritage System includes natural heritage features including woodlands, wetlands, and environmental features, and their adjacent lands within the Township. It also includes areas surrounding waterbodies that are environmentally sensitive and have a direct impact on water quality (e.g. 30 metre buffer surrounding lakes and wetlands). Where a plan of subdivision or condominium has been approved that may include or are adjacent to natural heritage features/waterbodies, the Township through conditions of approval or by way of an agreement will require recommendations of Environmental Impact Studies/Assessments or other associated studies to be implemented. Works required to implement the recommendations of an Environmental Impact Study (E.I.S). or Environmental Impact Assessment (E.I.A.), or any similar study, shall be considered a local service paid for directly by the developer. Direct developer responsibility as a local service provision includes but is not limited to the following: a. Riparian planting and landscaping requirements (as required by the Township, Conservation Authority or other authorities having jurisdiction) to protect and enhance the natural heritage system and water quality. b. Implementation of recommendations included in an Environmental Impact Study/Assessment, or similar study, through conditions of development approvals by the Township, County, or Conservation Authority.

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Appendix F Asset Management Plan

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Appendix F: Asset Management Plan The recent changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended (D.C.A.) (new subsection 10 (2) (c.2)) require that the background study must include an asset management plan (A.M.P.) related to new infrastructure. Section 10 (3) of the D.C.A. provides: “The asset management plan shall, (a) deal with all assets whose capital costs are proposed to be funded under the development charge by-law; (b) demonstrate that all the assets mentioned in clause (a) are financially sustainable over their full life cycle; (c) contain any other information that is prescribed; and (d) be prepared in the prescribed manner.” In regard to the above, section 8 of the regulations was amended to include subsections (2), (3), and (4) which set out specific detailed requirements for transit (only). For all services except transit, there are no prescribed requirements at this time, thus requiring the municipality to define the approach to include in the background study. At a broad level, the A.M.P. provides for the long-term investment in an asset over its entire useful life along with the funding. The schematic below identifies the costs for an asset through its entire lifecycle. For growth-related works, the majority of capital costs will be funded by the development charge (D.C.). Non-growth-related expenditures will then be funded from non-D.C. revenues as noted below. During the useful life of the asset, there will be minor maintenance costs to extend the life of the asset along with additional program-related expenditures to provide the full services to the residents. At the end of the life of the asset, it will be replaced by non-D.C. financing sources. It should be noted that with the recent passing of the Infrastructure for Jobs and Prosperity Act (I.J.P.A.) municipalities are now required to complete A.M.P.s, based on certain criteria, which are to be completed by 2022 for core municipal services and 2024 for all other services. The amendments to the D.C.A. do not require municipalities to complete these A.M.P.s (required under I.J.P.A.) for the D.C. background study, rather the D.C.A. requires that the D.C. background study include information to show the assets to be funded by the D.C. are sustainable over their full lifecycle.

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New Assets

Financing Methods

Replacement Assets

Purchase

Reserves/Reserve Funds Debentures User Fees Grants Other

Purchase

Install Commission

Operate

Maintain

Monitor (Throughout Life of Assets)

Operating Budget

(To End of Useful Life)

Removal/Decommission

Monitor (Throughout Life of Assets) (To End of Useful Life)

Proceeds on Disposal Funding of Disposal / Decommissioning Costs

Disposal

Removal/Decommission

Disposal

In 2012, the Province developed Building Together: Guide for municipal asset management plans which outlines the key elements for an A.M.P., as follows: •

State of local infrastructure: asset types, quantities, age, condition, financial accounting valuation and replacement cost valuation.

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Desired levels of service: defines levels of service through performance measures and discusses any external trends or issues that may affect expected levels of service or the municipality’s ability to meet them (for example, new accessibility standards, climate change impacts).

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Asset management strategy: the asset management strategy is the set of planned actions that will seek to generate the desired levels of service in a sustainable way, while managing risk, at the lowest lifecycle cost.

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Financing strategy: having a financial plan is critical for putting an A.M.P. into action. By having a strong financial plan, municipalities can also demonstrate that they have made a concerted effort to integrate the A.M.P. with financial planning and municipal budgeting and are making full use of all available infrastructure financing tools.

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Commensurate with the above, the Township prepared an A.M.P. in 2023 for its existing core infrastructure assets; however, it did not take into account future growth-related assets. As a result, the asset management requirement for the D.C. must be undertaken in the absence of this information. In recognition to the schematic above, the following table (presented in 2024$) has been developed to provide the annualized expenditures and revenues associated with new growth. Note that the D.C.A. does not require an analysis of the non-D.C. capital needs or their associated operating costs so these are omitted from the table below. As well, as all capital costs included in the D.C. eligible capital costs are not included in the Township’s A.M.P., the present infrastructure gap and associated funding plan have not been considered at this time. Hence the following does not represent a fiscal impact assessment (including future tax/rate increases) but provides insight into the potential affordability of the new assets:

The non-D.C. recoverable portion of the projects that will require financing from municipal financial resources (i.e., rates, fees, etc.). This amount has been presented on an annual debt charge amount based on 20-year financing.
Lifecycle costs for the 2024 D.C. capital works have been presented based on a straight-line basis. The assets have been considered over their estimated useful lives.
Incremental operating costs for the D.C. services (only) have been included.
The resultant total annualized expenditures are approximately $4.90 million.
Consideration was given to the potential new tax and user fee revenue which will be generated as a result of new growth. These revenues will be available to assist in financing the expenditures above. The new operating revenues are $2.35 million. This additional revenue would increase the existing revenues from $31.10 million to $33.45 million.
In consideration of the above, the capital plan is deemed to be financially sustainable.

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Table F-1 Township of South Frontenac Asset Management – Future Expenditures and Associated Revenues 2024$ 2038 (Total) Expenditures (Annualized) Annual Debt Payment on Non-Growth Related Capital1 Annual Debt Payment on Post Period

$1,784,254

Capital2 Annual Lifecycle Incremental Operating Costs (for D.C. Services) Total Expenditures

$395,664 $956,322 $1,772,727 $4,908,967

Revenue (Annualized) Total Existing Revenue3 Incremental Tax and Non-Tax Revenue (User Fees, Fines, Licences, etc.) Total Revenues

$31,096,899 $2,348,271 $33,445,170

Non-Growth Related component of Projects Interim Debt Financing for Post Period Benefit 3 As per Sch. 10 of FIR

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Appendix G Proposed D.C. By-law

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC BY-LAW NO. 2024-xx BEING A BY-LAW OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPMENT CHARGES WHEREAS Section 2(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27 (hereinafter called the Act) enables the Council of a municipality to pass by-laws for the imposition of development charges against land located in the municipality where the development of the land would increase the need for municipal services as designated in the by-law and the development requires one or more of the actions set out in Subsection 2(2) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a Development Charges Background Study for the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac, dated May 16, 2024 (the “Study”} as required by section 10 of the Act was presented to Council along with a draft of this By-law as then proposed on July 16, 2024, and was completed within a one-year period prior to the enactment of this By-law; AND WHEREAS notice of a public meeting was given pursuant to subsection 12(1) of the Act, and in accordance with the regulations under the Act, on or before May 27, 2024, and copies of the Study and this proposed development charge by-law were made available to the public not later than May 16, 2024, in accordance with subsection 12(1) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a public meeting was held on June 18, 2024, in accordance with the Act to hear comments and representations from all persons who applied to be heard (the “Public Meeting”); AND WHEREAS any person who attended the public meeting was afforded an opportunity to make representations and the public generally were afforded an opportunity to make written submissions relating to this proposed By-law; AND WHEREAS the Council, in adopting the Township of South Frontenac Development Charges Background Study on May 16, 2024, directed that development charges be imposed on land under development or redevelopment within the geographical limits of the municipality as hereinafter provided.

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NOW THEREFORE the Council enacts as follows: DEFINITIONS 1.

In this By-law: 1)

“Act” means the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27;

“Accessory Use” means where used to describe a use, building or structure, that the use, building, or structure is naturally and normally incidental, subordinate in purpose of floor area or both, and exclusively devoted to a principal use, building or structure;

“Affordable Residential Unit” means a Residential Unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

“Agricultural Use” means a bona fide farming operation, including barns, silos and other ancillary buildings to such agricultural development for the purposes of the growing of field crops, flower gardening, truck gardening, berry crops, tree crops, nurseries, aviaries, apiaries, maple syrup production, mushroom cultivation or farms for the grazing, breeding, raising, boarding of livestock or any other similar uses carried on in the field of general agriculture and aquaculture. Agricultural use does not include the development of a single detached dwelling on agricultural land, nor does it include a building for the growing or processing of cannabis.

“Ancillary Residential Use” means a residential dwelling that would be ancillary to a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, or row dwelling;

“Apartment Unit” means any residential dwelling unit within a building containing more than two dwelling units where the residential units are connected by an interior corridor;

“Attainable Residential Unit” means a residential unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

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“Bedroom” means a habitable room larger than seven square metres, including a den, study, or other similar area, but does not include a living room, dining room or kitchen;

“Benefiting Area” means an area defined by a map, plan, or legal description in a front-ending agreement as an area that will receive a benefit from the construction of a service;

“Capital Costs” means costs incurred or proposed to be incurred by the municipality or a local board thereof directly or under an agreement, (a) to acquire land or an interest in land, (b) to improve land, (c) to acquire, construct or improve buildings and structures, (d) to acquire, construct or improve facilities including: (i) rolling stock, furniture, and equipment with an estimated useful life

of seven years or more, (ii) materials acquired for circulation, reference or information

purposes by a library board as defined in the Public Libraries Act, 1984, S.O. 1984, c. 57, (iii) furniture and equipment, other than computer equipment,

“Commercial Use” means the use of land, structure or building for the purpose of buying and selling of commodities and supplying of services as distinguished from manufacturing or assembling of goods, also as distinguished from other purposes such as warehousing and/or an open storage yard;
“Council” means the Council of the municipality;
“Development” means the construction, erection, or placing of one or more buildings or structures on land or the making of an addition or alteration to a building or structure that has the effect of increasing the size or usability thereof, and includes redevelopment;

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“Development Charge” means a charge imposed with respect to growthrelated net capital costs against land in the municipality under this by-law;
“Dwelling Unit” means any part of a building or structure used, designed, or intended to be used as a domestic establishment in which one or more persons may sleep and are provided with culinary and sanitary facilities for their exclusive use;
“Existing Industrial Building” means a building used for or in connection with: (a) manufacturing, producing, processing, storing, or distributing something; (b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing, or processing something; (c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer, or processor of something they manufactured, produced, or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production or processing takes place; (d) office or administrative purposes if they are: (i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing,

storage or distributing of something, and (ii) in or attached to the building or structure used for that

manufacturing, producing, processing, storage, or distribution; 17) “Farm Building” means that part of a bona fide farm operation encompassing barns, silos, and other ancillary development to an agricultural use, but excluding a residential use; 18) “Front-end Payment” means a payment made by an owner pursuant to a front-ending agreement, which may be in addition to a development charge that the owner is required to pay under this by-law, to cover the net capital costs of the services designated in the agreement that are required to enable the land to be developed;

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“Front-ending Agreement” means an agreement made under Section 44 of the Act between the municipality and any or all owners within a benefitting area providing for front-end payments by an owner or owners or for the installation of services by an owner or owners or for the installation of services by an owner or owners or any combination thereof;
“Grade” means the average level of finished ground adjoining a building or structure at all exterior walls;
“Gross Floor Area” means the total area of all floors above grade of a dwelling unit measured between the outside surfaces of exterior walls or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing the dwelling unit from another dwelling unit or other portion of a building; (a) In the case of a commercial, industrial and/or institutional building or structure, or in the case of a mixed-use building or structure in respect of the commercial, industrial and/or institutional portion thereof, the total area of all building floors above or below grade measured between the outside surfaces of the exterior walls, or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing a commercial, industrial and/or institutional use and a residential use.
“Industrial” means lands, buildings or structures used or designed or intended for use for manufacturing, processing, fabricating or assembly of raw goods, warehousing or bulk storage of goods, and includes office uses and the sale of commodities to the general public where such uses are accessory to an industrial use, but does not include the sale of commodities to the general public through a warehouse club, or any land, buildings or structures used for an agricultural use;
“Institutional" means development of a building or structure intended for use: (1)

as a long-term care home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2021;

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(2)

as a retirement home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010;

(3)

by any institution of the following post-secondary institutions for the objects of the institution: (i) a university in Ontario that receives direct, regular, and ongoing operation funding from the Government of Ontario; (ii) a college or university federated or affiliated with a university described in subclause (i); or

an Indigenous Institute prescribed for the purposes of section 6 of the Indigenous Institute Act, 2017;
“Live-work Unit” means a Building, or part of thereof, which contains, or is intended to contain, both a Dwelling Unit and non-residential unit and which is intended for both Residential Use and Non-residential Use concurrently, and shares a common wall or floor with or without direct access between the residential and non-residential uses;
“Local Board” means a school board, public utility, commission, transportation commission, public library board, board of park management, local board of health, board of commissioners of police, planning board, or any other board, commission, committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of the municipality or any part or parts thereof;
“Mixed Use” means land, buildings or structures used, or designed or intended for use, for a combination of residential and non-residential uses;
“Municipality” (or the “Township") means The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac;
“Non-profit housing development” means development of a building or structure intended for use as residential premises by:

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(iii) a corporation without share capital to which the Corporations Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; (iv) a corporation without share capital to which the Canada Not-for-profit Corporation Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; or (v) a non-profit housing co-operative that is in good standing under the Cooperative Corporations Act. 30) “Non-Residential Use” means a building or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used for other than a residential use; 31) “Owner” means the owner of land or a person who has made application for an approval for the development of land upon which a development charge is imposed; 32) “Place of Worship” means land that is owned by and used for the purposes of a place of worship, a churchyard, cemetery, or burial ground exempt from taxation under section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O., 1990, c. A.31, as amended. 33) “Planning Act” means the Planning Act, 1990, as amended; 34) “Rate” means the interest rate established weekly by the Bank of Canada for treasury bills having a term of 30 days; 35) “Regulation” means any regulation made pursuant to the Act; 36) “Rental Housing” means development of a building or structure with four or more dwelling units all of which are intended for use as rented residential premises. 37) “Residential Use” means land or buildings, or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used as living accommodations for one or more individuals;

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“School Board" has the same meaning as that specified in the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, as amended or any successor thereto;
“Semi-Detached Dwelling,” “Duplex” or “Row Housing” means a dwelling unit in a residential building consisting of two (or more in the case of row housing) dwelling units having one vertical wall or one horizontal wall, but no other parts, attached to another dwelling unit where the residential units are not connected by an interior corridor;
“Services” (or “service”) means those services designated in Schedule “A” to this by-law or specified in an agreement made under Section 44 of the Act;
“Services in Lieu” means those services specified in an agreement made under Section 9 of this by-law;
“service standards” means the prescribed level of services on which the schedule of charges in Schedule “B” are based;
“Servicing Agreement” means an agreement between a landowner and the municipality relative to the provision of municipal services to specified lands within the municipality;
“Single Detached Dwelling Unit” means a residential building consisting of one dwelling unit and not attached to another structure.

For the purposes of this by-law each of the following permanent and seasonal units shall be deemed to be a separate dwelling unit: (i) Each single detached dwelling; (ii) Each dwelling unit within a duplex or semi-detached dwelling; and (iii) Each suite, apartment or unit within a triplex, quadraplex, high

density multiple unit residential development or similar development;

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SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES 3.

(1)

Subject to the provisions of this by-law, development charges against land shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the base rates set out in Schedules “B”, which relate to the services set out in Schedule “A”.

(2)

The development charge with respect to the use of any land, buildings, or structures shall be calculated as follows:

(3)

(a)

in the case of residential development, charges set out in Schedule B shall be imposed on residential uses of lands, buildings or structures, including a dwelling unit accessory to a residential use and, in the case of a mixed-use building or structure, on the residential uses in the mixed-use building or structure, and the residential portion for a Live-Work unit, according to the type of residential unit, and calculated with respect to the services according to the type of residential use;

(b)

in the case of non-residential development, charges described in Schedule B to this by-law shall be imposed on non-residential uses of lands, buildings, or structures, and, in the case of a mixed-use building or structure, on the non-residential uses in the mixed-use building or structure, including the non-residential portion for a LiveWork unit, and calculated with respect to the services according to the total floor area of the non-residential use.

Council hereby determines that the development of land, buildings, or structures for residential and non-residential uses will require the provision, enlargement, expansion, or improvement of the services referenced in Schedule “A.”

APPLICABLE LANDS 4.

(1)

Subject to Subsections (2), (3), (4) and (5), this by-law applies to all lands in the Township of South Frontenac whether or not the land or use is exempt from taxation under Section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1980, c.31.

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(2)

(3)

This by-law shall not apply to land that is owned by and use for the purposes of: (a)

a board of education;

(b)

any municipality or local board thereof;

(c)

bona fide agricultural use or farm building;

(d)

portion of lands, buildings, or structures used for worship in a place of worship, as well as a churchyard, cemetery, or burial ground exempt from taxation under Section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1980, c.31.

This by-law shall not apply to that category of exempt development described in the Development Charges Act, 1997, c.27 and O. Reg. 82/98, namely: a)

an enlargement to an existing dwelling unit;

A second residential unit in an existing detached house, semidetached house, or rowhouse on a parcel of land on which residential use, other than ancillary residential use, is permitted, if all buildings and structures ancillary to the existing detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse cumulatively contain no more than one residential unit;

A third residential unit in an existing detached house, semidetached house, or rowhouse on a parcel of land on which residential use, other than ancillary residential use, is permitted, if no building or structure ancillary to the existing detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse contains any residential units;

One residential unit in a building or structure ancillary to an existing detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse on a parcel of land, if the existing detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse contains no more than two residential units and no other building or structure ancillary to the existing detached house, semidetached house or rowhouse contains any residential units;

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A second residential unit in a new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse on a parcel of land on which residential use, other than ancillary residential use, is permitted, if all buildings and structures ancillary to the new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse cumulatively will contain no more than one residential unit;

A third residential unit in a new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse on a parcel of land on which residential use, other than ancillary residential use, is permitted, if no building or structure ancillary to the new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse contains any residential units;

One residential unit in a building or structure ancillary to a new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse on a parcel of land, if the new detached house, semi-detached house or rowhouse contains no more than two residential units and no other building or structure ancillary to the new detached house, semidetached house or rowhouse contains any residential units; or

In an existing rental residential Building, which contains four or more residential Dwelling Units, the creation of the greater of one residential Dwelling Unit or one percent of the existing residential Dwelling Units.

(3.1) Notwithstanding subsection (3), development charges shall be imposed if the total floor area of the additional one or two dwelling units in the single detached dwelling exceeds the total floor area of the dwelling unit already in the building. (3.2) Notwithstanding subsection (3), development charges shall be imposed if the additional unit has a gross floor area greater than: (a)

in the case of a semi-detached or row dwelling, the gross floor area of the existing dwelling unit; and

(b)

in the case of any other residential building, the gross floor area of the smallest dwelling unit contained in the residential building.

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(4)

(a)

If a development includes the enlargement of the gross floor area of an existing industrial building, the amount of the development charge that is payable in respect of the enlargement is determined in accordance with this section.

(b)

If the gross floor area is enlarged by 50 percent or less, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is zero.

(c)

If the gross floor area is enlarged by more than 50 percent, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is the amount of the development charge that would otherwise be payable multiplied by the fraction determined as follows:

(d)

(5)

(6)

(i)

Determine the amount by which the enlargement exceeds 50 percent of the gross floor area before the enlargement.

(ii)

Divide the amount determined under paragraph 1 by the amount of the enlargement.

The exemption to Development charges in (a) through (c) above shall only apply to the first instance of an industrial expansion.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law, development charges shall not be imposed on: (a)

land vested in or leased to a university that receives regular and ongoing operating funds from the government for the purposes of post-secondary education if the development is intended to be occupied and used by the university;

(b)

Non-profit Housing;

(c)

Affordable inclusionary residential units;

(d)

Affordable residential units; and

(e)

Attainable residential units.

That where a conflict exists between the provisions of the new by-law and any other agreement between the Township and the owner, with respect

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to land to be charged under this policy, the provisions of such agreement prevail to the extent of the conflict.

(7)

This by-law is not applicable to development for which a complete application for building permit has been submitted prior to the in-force date of this by-law.

(1)

Subject to Subsection (2), development charges shall apply to, and shall be calculated and collected in accordance with, the provisions of this bylaw on land to be developed for residential and commercial, industrial and/or institutional use, where:

(2)

(a)

the development of that land will increase the need for services, and

(b)

the development requires: (i)

the passing of a zoning by-law or an amendment thereto under Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(ii)

the approval of a minor variance under Section 45 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(iii)

a conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under Subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, 1990;

(iv)

the approval of a plan of subdivision under Section 51 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(v)

a consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(vi)

the approval of a description under Section 51 of the Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1980, c.84; or

(vii)

the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act, R.S.O. 1992 in relation to a building or structure.

Subsection (1) shall not apply in respect of:

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(a)

local services installed at the expense of the owner within a plan of subdivision as a condition of approval under Section 52 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(b)

local services installed at the expense of the owner as a condition of approval under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990.

EXISTING AGREEMENTS 6.

An agreement with respect to charges related to development registered prior to passage of the by-law remains in effect after enactment of this by-law.

MULTIPLE CHARGES 7.

(1)

Where two or more of the actions described in Section 4(1) are required before land to which a development charge applies can be developed, only one development charge shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this by-law.

(2)

Notwithstanding Subsection (1), if two or more of the actions described in Section 4(1) occur at different times, and if the subsequent action has the effect of increasing the need for municipal services as designated in Schedule “A”, an additional development charge on the additional residential units and/or commercial and/or industrial floor area, shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this by-law.

SERVICE STANDARDS 8.

For the purposes of Section 8, the approved service standards for the municipality are those contained in the Development Charges Background Study dated May 16, 2024.

SERVICES IN LIEU 9.

(1)

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Council shall give to the owner a credit against the development charge otherwise applicable to the development, equal to the reasonable cost to the owner of providing the services in lieu provided such credit shall not exceed the total development charge payable by an owner to the municipality. (2)

In any agreement under Subsection (1), Council may also give a further credit to the owner equal to the reasonable cost of providing services in addition to, or of a greater size or capacity, than would be required under this by-law.

(3)

The credit provided for in Subsection (2) shall not exceed the service standards referenced in Section 7 and used in the calculation of the charges in Schedules “B” and no credit shall be charged to any development charges reserve fund prescribed in this by-law.

FRONT-ENDING AGREEMENTS 10.

(1)

Council may enter into a front-ending agreement with any or all owners within a benefitting area pursuant to Section 21 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, providing for the payment by the owner or owners of a front-end payment or for the installation of services by the owners or any combination of front-end payments and installation of services, which may be in addition to the required development charge.

(2)

Front-end payments made by benefitting owners under a front-ending agreement relating to the provision of services for which a development charge is payable shall be credited with an amount equal to the reasonable cost to the owner of providing the services, against the development charges otherwise payable under Schedule “B” of this bylaw.

(3)

No credit given pursuant to Subsection 9(1) shall exceed the total development charge payable by the owner for the applicable service component or the standard of service outlined in Schedule “B” and referenced in Section 7.

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(4)

The front-end payment required to be made by the benefitting owner under a front-ending agreement may be adjusted annually.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGE REDEVELOPMENT CREDITS 11.

(1)

Where there is a redevelopment of land on which there is a conversion of space proposed, or on which there was formerly erected a building or structure that has been demolished, a credit shall be allowed against the development charge otherwise payable by the owner pursuant to this Bylaw for the portion of the previous building or structure still in existence that is being converted or for the portion of the building or structure that has been demolished, as the case may be, calculated by multiplying the number and type of dwelling units being converted or demolished or the non-residential total floor area being converted or demolished by the relevant development charge in effect on the date when the development charge is payable in accordance with this By-law. If the development includes the conversion from one use (the “first use”) to another use, the credit shall be based on the development charges calculated pursuant to this By-law at the current development charge rates, that would be payable as development charges in respect of the first use.

(2)

A credit in respect of any demolition under this section shall not be given unless a building permit has been issued or a subdivision agreement, site plan agreement or a consent application has been entered into with the Township for the development within 5 years from the date the demolition permit was issued.

(3)

The amount of any credit hereunder shall not exceed, in total, the amount of the development charges otherwise payable with respect to the development.

DISCOUNTS FOR RENTAL HOUSING 12.

The Development Charge payable for Rental Housing developments will be reduced based on the number of bedrooms in each unit as follows: (a)

Three or more bedrooms - 25% reduction;

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(b)

Two bedrooms - 20% reduction; and

(c)

All other bedroom quantities - 15% reduction.

TIMING OF CALCULATION AND PAYMENT 13.

(1)

Development charges shall be calculated and payable in full in money or by provision of services as may be agreed upon, or by credit granted by the Act, on the date that the first building permit is issued in relation to a building or structure on land to which a development charge applies, or in a manner or at a time otherwise lawfully agreed upon.

(2)

Where development charges apply to land in relation to which a building permit is required, the building permit shall not be issued until the development charge has been paid in full.

(3)

Development charges for rental housing and institutional developments are due and payable in 6 equal installments commencing with the first installment payable on the date of occupancy, and each subsequent installment, including interest, payable on the anniversary date each year thereafter.

(4)

Notwithstanding Subsections (1), (2), and (3), an owner may enter into an agreement with the municipality to provide for the payment in full of a development charge before building permit issuance or later than the issuing of a building permit.

BY-LAW REGISTRATION 14.

A certified copy of this by-law may be registered on title to any land to which this by-law applies.

RESERVE FUND(S) 15.

(1)

Monies received from payment of development charges shall be maintained in a separate reserve fund or funds and shall be used only to meet the growth-related net capital costs for which the development charge was levied under this by-law.

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(2)

Council directs the Municipal Treasurer to divide the reserve fund(s) created hereunder into the separate sub-accounts in accordance with the service categories set out in Schedule “A” to which the development charge payments shall be credited in accordance with the amounts shown, plus interest earned thereon.

(3)

Where any development charge, or part thereof, remains unpaid after the due date, the amount unpaid shall be added to the tax roll and shall be collected as taxes.

(4)

Where any unpaid development charges are collected as taxes under Subsection (3), the monies so collected shall be credited to the development charge reserve fund or funds referred to in Subsection (1).

BY-LAW AMENDMENT OR REPEAL 16.

(1)

Where this by-law or any development charge prescribed thereunder is amended or repealed either by order of the Ontario Land Tribunal or by the Municipal Council, the Municipal Treasurer shall calculate forthwith the amount of any overpayment to be refunded as a result of said amendment or repeal.

(2)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid to the registered owner of the land on the date on which the refund is paid.

(3)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid with interest to be calculated as follows: (a)

interest shall be calculated from the date on which the overpayment was collected to the date on which the refund is paid;

(b)

the refund shall include the interest owed under this Section;

(c)

interest shall be paid at the Bank of Canada rate in effect on the later of: (i)

the date of enactment of this by-law, or

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(ii)

(4)

the date of the last quarterly adjustment, in accordance with the provisions of Subsection (4).

The Bank of Canada interest rate in effect on the date of enactment of this by-law shall be adjusted on the next following business day to the rate established by the Bank of Canada on that day and shall be adjusted quarter-yearly thereafter in January, April, July, and October to the rate established by the Bank of Canada on the day of adjustment.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGE SCHEDULE INDEXING 17.

The development charges referred to in Schedules “B” shall be adjusted annually, without amendment to this by-law, commencing on the anniversary date of this by-law and annually thereafter in each year while this by-law is in force, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly, Construction Price Statistics as prescribed in the Act.

BY-LAW ADMINISTRATION 18.

The Municipal Treasurer shall administer this by-law.

SCHEDULES TO THE BY-LAW 19.

The following schedules to this by-law form an integral part of this by-law: Schedule “A” – Summary of Development Charge Services Schedule “B” – Schedule of Residential and Non-Residential Development Charges

DATE BY-LAW EFFECTIVE 20.

This By-law shall continue in force and effect for a term not to exceed ten years from the date of its enactment unless it is repealed at an earlier date.

BY-LAW REPEAL 21.

By-law No. 2019-48 is hereby repealed on the effective date this By-law comes into force.

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SHORT TITLE 22.

This by-law may be cited as the Development Charges By-law.

THIS By-law read a first time the 16th day of July, 2024. THIS By-law read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of July, 2024.

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

James Thompson, Municipal Clerk

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SCHEDULE “A” DESIGNATED MUNICIPAL SERVICES UNDER THIS BY-LAW Municipal-Wide Services • •

Services Related to a Highway; Fire Protection Services;

• •

Policing Services; Parks and Recreation Services;

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Library Services; and Waste Diversion.

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SCHEDULE “B” SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES RESIDENTIAL

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

Apartments Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

161

134

104

0.08

Service/Class of Service

(per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area)

Township Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Total Township-Wide Services

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$9,890

$7,700

$5,312

$7.11

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For Public Circulation and Comment

June 17, 2024

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Table of Contents Page 1.

Summary of Revisions to the May 16, 2024 Development Charges Background Study………………………………………………………………………………. 1-1

Addendum ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-3 2.1 Growth-Related Studies ……………………………………………………………….. 2-3 2.2 Impacts on the Calculated D.C. …………………………………………………….. 2-3

Changes to the D.C.B.S……………………………………………………………………….. 3-1

Process for Adoption of the D.C. By-law ………………………………………………. 4-2

Appendix A Amended Pages ………………………………………………………………………. A-1

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Summary of Revisions to the May 16, 2024 Development Charges Background Study Commensurate with the provisions of the Development Charges Act (D.C.A.), 1997, the Township of South Frontenac (Township) has undertaken a Development Charges Background Study (D.C.B.S.) and has distributed the study and draft by-law to the public. The following provides a summary of the key dates in the Development Charges (D.C.s) by-law process: • •

May 16, 2024 – Release D.C.B.S. and draft by-law June 20, 2024 – Public Meeting of Council

• •

July 16, 2024 – Anticipated passage of D.C. By-law July 16, 2024 – Anticipated date of by-law enactment.

On June 6, 2024, Bill 185 (Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024) received Royal Assent and includes the following changes to the D.C.A.: • •

The removal of the Mandatory Phase-in for D.C. by-laws passed after Bill 185 comes into effect; A reduction to the D.C. rate freeze timelines for developments proceeding though site plan and zoning by-law amendment applications under the Planning Act. Charges are currently held at rates in place on the date the application is made until building permit issuance, provided the building permit is issued within two (2) years of the approval of the application. This time period is reduced to 18 months under Bill 185. Note that the two-year timeline will still apply to applications received between January 1, 2020, and prior to Bill 185 receiving Royal Assent (i.e., June 6, 2024);

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Inclusion of growth-related studies, including the D.C. background study, as a D.C.-eligible costs;

•

A provision to permit the repeal of the expiry date for existing D.C. by-laws;

•

To allow minor amendments related to the imposition of studies, removal of the mandatory phase-in, and extension of by-law expiry dates (subject to the 10-year limitations provided in the D.C.A.) to be undertaken for by-laws passed after November 28, 2022, and prior to Bill 185 taking effect (i.e., June 6, 2024); and

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To modernize public notice requirements, to allow municipalities to post D.C. public notices on municipal websites where newspapers of general circulation are not available.

The purpose of the addendum to the May 16, 2024, D.C.B.S. is to include and correct an error related to the D.C. eligible costs for growth-related studies, reflect other changes in the D.C.A. as per Bill 185 (such as the changes to the D.C. “freeze” time period, and the removal of the statutory phase-in of the charge in new by-law), and other minor housekeeping amendments. The refinements, as they related to the calculation of the D.C.s are detailed in this report, and will form part of the D.C.B.S. for Council’s consideration and approval prior to adoption of the D.C. By-law. A revised draft proposed by-law is included herein, which embrace the legislative changes and update to the calculate charges.

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Addendum This section of the addendum report provides an explanation for the above-noted refinements.

2.1 Growth-Related Studies The D.C.A. permits the inclusion of studies undertaken to facilitate the completion of the City’s capital works program. These studies have been included within a GrowthRelated Studies class of services, based on the eligible D.C. services to which the studies relate. A refinement required to the calculation of the charge for the Growth-Related Studies class of services, has been made to correct for a calculation error. In aggregate, the study costs that have been identified total approximately $1.5 million, including $16,712 for the existing D.C. reserve fund deficit for growth-related studies. Deductions of $298,162 for the benefit to existing share and 94,500 to recognize the cost which benefit non-D.C.-eligible services, have been made. The net D.C. eligible costs for studies that have been considered with the calculation of the charge within the class of services totals $1.11 million. These costs have been allocated between residential and non-residential benefits based on the same shares identified for each applicable service. This results in an overall residential share of approximately $1.03 million (93%), and non-residential share of $77,564 (7%). The refinements have decreased the calculated D.C. for Growth-Related Studies. The D.C. for a single detached residential dwelling unit increased by $1,549 (from $2,515 to $966 for Growth-Related Studies). The D.C. for non-residential development has decreased by $0.05 per sq.ft. of gross floor area (from $0.66 to $0.61).

2.2 Impacts on the Calculated D.C. Based on the changes identified, the amended schedule of charges is presented in Table 2-1.

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Table 2-1 Amended Schedule of D.C.s RESIDENTIAL Services/Class of Services

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Apartments Apartments - 2 (per sq.ft. of Gross Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Floor Area) Bedroom

Other Multiples

Township-Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

966

805

627

432

0.61

$12,837

$10,695

$8,327

$5,744

$7.72

Parks and Recreation Services

Township-Wide Class of Services Growth-Related Studies Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

By comparison to the charges presented in the May 16, 2024, D.C.B.S., the amended charge for a single and semi-detached residential unit would decrease by 1,549 (-38%) from $14,386 to $12,837. The updated charges presented herein (as per Table 2-2 to 2-3), provide a comparison to the current charges, the charges in the May 16, 2024, D.C.B.S, and the revised charges as per this addendum report. The comparison Tables are provided for a single-detached residential dwelling unit and the cost per sq.ft. of G.F.A. for non-residential development. Table 2-2 Comparison of Current and Calculated D.C.s - Single-detached Dwelling

Services/Class of Services

Current

Calculated as per D.C. Study (May 16, 2024)

Calculated as per Addendum Report

Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway

9,586

8,041

Fire Protection Services

1,429

998

Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services Waste Diversion Total Township-Wide Services Township-Wide Class of Services: Growth-Related Studies* Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

196

318

1,386

2,339

99

161 15

$12,696

$11,871

424

2,515

966

$13,120

$14,386

$12,837

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

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Table 2-3 Comparison of Current and Calculated D.C.s – Non-residential

Services/Class of Services

Current

Calculated as Calculated as per D.C. Study per Addendum (May 16, 2024) Report

Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway

6.46

5.07

Fire Protection Services

0.96

0.63

Policing Services

0.13

0.20

Parks and Recreation Services

0.46

1.12

Library Services Waste Diversion

0.03

0.08 0.01

Total Township-Wide Services

$8.04

$7.11

Township-Wide Class of Services: Growth-Related Studies*

0.27

0.66

0.61

Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

$8.31

$7.77

$7.72

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

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Changes to the D.C.B.S. Based on the foregoing, the following revisions are made to the May 16, 2024 D.C.B.S. Accordingly, the amended pages are appended to this report: • •

Table of Contents - Updated to reflect the changes summarized below; Executive Summary (pages ii to ix) - Updated to reflect the revised charges, inclusion of study costs, and the legislative changes;

•

Pages 1-2 to 1-3 – Updated to reflect Public Meeting and Addendum release date and date of public meeting; Pages 1-3 to 1-4, and 1-13 to 1-14 – Updated to reflect legislative changes;

• • •

Page 2-1 – Section 2.2 updated to reflect the enactment of Bill 185; Pages 4-1 and 4-5 to 4-6 – Section 4.2, Table 4-1B, Section 4.5 updated to reflect the eligible funding of study costs;

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Page 4-7 – Section 4.7 updated to reflect the enactment of Bill 185 to identify growth-related studies as a class of services;

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Pages 5-1, 5-4 to 5-5, 5-7 to 5-8 – Updated to include the refinements for the growth-related study costs in the calculation of the charge and updated page numbering, as required;

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Pages 6-1 to 6-4 – Chapter 6 updated to include the refinements for the growthrelated study costs;

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Pages 7-2 to 7-9: o Section 7.2 updated to identify the class of services for growth-related studies; o Section 7.3.2 updated to include growth-related study costs allocation; o Section 7.3.5 updated to reflect legislative changes (removal of phase-in) and section 7.3.6 to 7.3.8 have been renumbered accordingly; o Section 7.3.6 updated to reflect legislative changes related to the D.C. “rate freeze;” o Section 7.4.2 updated to reflect legislative changes and recommend a separate reserve fund for the growth-related studies class of services; and o Section 7.5 updated to reflect this addendum and the class of services for the growth-related studies.

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Page C-3 – Updated Table C-2 to reflect changes to the operating and capital expenditure impact for future capital expenditures due to the inclusion of GrowthRelated Studies;

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Pages D-5 and D-10 – Updated Tables D-1 and D-6 to reflect the growth-related studies class of services;

•

Pages F-4 to F-5 – Updated asset management calculations as a result of refining the incremental operating costs and textual references to the calculations; and

•

Appendix G – Updated by-law to reflect the correction to the calculation related to study costs and other legislative changes.

Process for Adoption of the D.C. By-law The revisions provided herein form the basis for the D.C. by-law and will be incorporated into the D.C.B.S. to be provided to Council prior to Council’s consideration and adoption of the proposed D.C. by-law. If Council is satisfied with the above noted changes to the D.C.B.S. and D.C. by-law, then prior to by-law passage Council must: •

Approve the D.C.B.S., as amended;

•

Determine that no further public meetings are required on the matter; and

•

Adopt the new D.C. by-law.

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Appendix A Amended Pages

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Table of Contents Page Executive Summary …………………………………………………………………………………………. i 1.

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page 4.

D.C. Eligible Cost Analysis by Service and Class of Service …………………. 5-1 5.1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-1 5.2 Service Levels and 10-Year Capital Costs for Township-wide D.C. Services and Class of Services Calculation …………………………………….. 5-1 5.2.1 Parks and Recreation Services ………………………………………….. 5-1 5.2.2 Library Services ………………………………………………………………. 5-2 5.2.3 Waste Diversion Services …………………………………………………. 5-3 5.2.4 Growth-Related Studies (Class of Service) ………………………….. 5-4 5.3 Service Levels and 15 Year Capital Costs for Township-wide D.C. Services Calculation ……………………………………………………………………. 5-9 5.3.1 Services Related to a Highway ………………………………………….. 5-9 5.3.2 Fire Protection Services ………………………………………………….. 5-10 5.3.3 Policing Services……………………………………………………………. 5-10

D.C. Calculation ………………………………………………………………………………….. 6-1

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page 7.3.3

7.4

7.5 8.

Application to Redevelopment of Land (Demolition and Conversion)…………………………………………………………………….. 7-3 7.3.4 Exemptions …………………………………………………………………….. 7-4 7.3.5 Timing of Collection …………………………………………………………. 7-5 7.3.6 Indexing …………………………………………………………………………. 7-6 7.3.7 D.C. Spatial Applicability …………………………………………………… 7-6 Other D.C. By-law Provisions ……………………………………………………….. 7-7 7.4.1 Categories of Services for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes ………………………………………………………………………… 7-7 7.4.2 Categories for Class of Service for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes ………………………………………………………………. 7-8 7.4.3 By-law In-force Date ………………………………………………………… 7-8 7.4.4 Minimum Interest Rate Paid on Refunds and Charged for Inter-Reserve Fund Borrowing …………………………………………… 7-8 Other Recommendations ……………………………………………………………… 7-8

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Table of Contents (Cont’d) Page Appendix G Proposed D.C. By-law ……………………………………………………………….. G-1

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Net capital costs are then allocated between residential and non-residential development types; and
Net costs divided by the anticipated development to provide the D.C. (c) Subsequent to the passage of the Township’s 2019 D.C. By-law (By-law 2019-48), a number of amendments to the D.C.A. have taken place. These changes have been incorporated throughout the report and in the draft by-laws, as necessary. The legislative amendment to the D.C.A. include the following (details of each Act are provided in Chapter 1 of this report): •

Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019

• •

Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019 Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020

• •

Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022

• •

Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023

•

Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023

•

Bill 185: Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024

A summary of some of the amendments are outlined below: •

Historical level of service calculation extended to a 15-year period;

•

Capital cost definition revised to remove prescribe services for which land or an interest in land will be restricted (no services currently prescribed);

•

Annual installment payments for rental and institutional development, in six equal payments commencing at occupancy; The determination1 of D.C.s for development occurring within two years of a site plan or zoning by-law amendment planning approval for applications received between January 1, 2020, and June 5, 2024, and for development occurring within 18 months of a site plan or zoning by-law amendment planning approval for applications received on or after June 6, 2024;

•

Maximum Interest Rate for Installments and Determination of Charge for Eligible Site Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications to be set at the average prime rate plus 1%;

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Additional residential unit exemption includes allowance of a third unit as-ofright;

•

Statutory exemptions for Affordable Units, Attainable Units (currently not in force);

• •

Statutory exemptions for Affordable Inclusionary Zoning Units; Statutory exemption for non-profit housing;

• •

Mandatory discount for rental housing, based on the number of bedrooms; Maximum life of a D.C. by-law extended from 5 years to 10 years after the bylaw comes into force; Requirement to Allocate Funds Received - municipalities are required to spend or allocate at least 60% of their reserve fund at the beginning of the year for water, wastewater, and services related to a highway; Additional requirements related to the annual D.C. reserve fund Treasurer’s statement;

•

• •

Provision to allow minor amendments to D.C. by-laws concerning by-law expiry dates; and

•

D.C. public notice requirements

(d) The growth forecast (provided in Chapter 3), summarized in Table ES-1, on which the D.C. is based, projects the following population, housing, and non-residential employment and associated gross floor area for the 10-year (mid-2024 to mid-2034) and 15-year (mid-2024 to mid-2039) forecast period.

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Table ES-1 Township of South Frontenac Summary of Anticipated Township-Wide D.C. Residential and Non-Residential Development 10 Year 2024 to 2034

15-Year 2024 to 2039

(Net) Population Increase

1,941

3,270

(Gross) Population Increase in New Households*

3,056

4,729

Residential Unit Increase

1,086

1,698

Non-Residential Employment Increase

153

258

117,700

198,200

Measure

Non-Residential Gross Floor Area Increase (sq.ft.)

*Growth includes population in both permanent, seasonal, and institutional households (e) Table ES-2 includes a summary of the D.C. eligible capital costs for each eligible service arising from the anticipated development. These capital costs are provided in detail in Chapter 5. The D.C.A. requires that the background study include a summary of the gross and net capital costs to be incurred over the term of the bylaw (i.e., 10-years) for existing and future development. This summary is provided by service in Table 6-4 of the D.C. Background Study. In total, gross capital costs of approximately $48.93 million are forecast for the 10year by-law term. These capital costs have been identified through discussion with Township staff. Approximately $5.38 million in capital costs relate to the needs of growth beyond the forecast period and $94,500 relates to costs associated with D.C.-ineligible services, resulting in a net growth-related cost of approximately $18.41 million. The post period costs are not included in the D.C. calculations, however, will be considered in future D.C. studies. The resultant net D.C. recoverable costs included in the calculations for capital works anticipated over the forecast period totals $18.41 million, of which $17.18 million is attributed to the forecasted residential development and $1.23 million allocated to the forecasted non-residential development.

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Table ES-2 Township of South Frontenac Summary of Costs Anticipated During the Term of the By-laws Description

Value (2024$)

Total gross expenditures planned over the next ten years

$48,931,752

Less: benefit to existing development

$25,052,509

Less: post planning period benefit

$5,377,200

Less: Ineligible Level of Service

$94,500

Net costs to be recovered from D.C.s. over the term of the by-laws

$18,407,543

(f) At present, the Township imposes D.C.s on residential and non-residential developments in accordance with By-Law 2019-48. The Township is undertaking a D.C. public process and anticipates passing a new D.C. by-law for each service identified in the D.C. Background Study. The statutory mandatory public meeting has been set for June 20, 2024, with adoption of the D.C. by-laws anticipated for July 16, 2024. This report provides the calculations of the residential and non-residential charges to recover the capital costs of the anticipated increase in need for services and class of services arising from the forecast development (summarized in Schedule ES-3). The following services are calculated based on a Township-wide 10-year forecast period (2024-2033): Services: •

Parks and Recreation Services;

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Library Services; and Waste Diversion Services.

Class of Services: •

Growth-Related Studies

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The following services are calculated based on a Township-wide 15-year forecast period (mid-2024-mid-2039): • •

Services Related to a Highway; and Fire Protection Services; and

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Policing Services.

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Table ES-3 Township of South Frontenac Calculated Schedule of Development Charges RESIDENTIAL Services/Class of Services

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Apartments Apartments - 2 (per sq.ft. of Gross Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Floor Area) Bedroom

Township-Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

966

805

627

432

0.61

$12,837

$10,695

$8,327

$5,744

$7.72

Parks and Recreation Services

Township-Wide Class of Services Growth-Related Studies Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

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(h) Tables ES-4 and ES-5 provide a comparison of the D.C.s currently imposed in the Township and the calculated charges herein. These comparisons are provided for a single-detached residential dwelling unit and non-residential development on a per sq.ft. of gross floor basis, respectively. Table ES-4 Township of South Frontenac Single-Detached Residential Dwelling Unit D.C. Comparison

Services/Class of Services

Current

Calculated as per D.C. Study (May 16, 2024)

Calculated as per Addendum Report

Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway

9,586

8,041

Fire Protection Services

1,429

998

196

318

1,386

2,339

99

161 15

$12,696

$11,871

424

2,515

966

$13,120

$14,386

$12,837

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

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Table ES-5 Township of South Frontenac Non-Residential D.C. Comparison per sq.ft. of Gross Floor Area

Services/Class of Services

Current

Calculated as Calculated as per D.C. Study per Addendum (May 16, 2024) Report

Township-Wide Services: Services Related to a Highway

6.46

5.07

Fire Protection Services

0.96

0.63

Policing Services

0.13

0.20

Parks and Recreation Services

0.46

1.12

Library Services Waste Diversion

0.03

0.08 0.01

$8.04

$7.11

Total Township-Wide Services Township-Wide Class of Services: Growth-Related Studies*

0.27

0.66

0.61

Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

$8.31

$7.77

$7.72

Includes both Engineering Services and Community Based Studies in current by-law

(i) Chapter 7 herein, provides the D.C. by-law policy recommendations and rules that govern the imposition of the charges. Council will consider the findings and recommendations provided herein and, in conjunction with public input, approve such policies and rates it deems appropriate. These directions will refine the draft D.C. by-law for each service and class of service, which is appended in Appendix G. These decisions may include: •

adopting the charges and policies recommended herein;

• •

considering additional exemptions to the D.C. by-laws; and considering reductions in the charges (obtained by removing certain services or capital costs on which the charge is based and/or by a general reduction in the charge).

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1.2 Summary of the Process The public meeting required under section 12 of the D.C.A., has been scheduled for June 20, 2024. Its purpose is to present the study to the public and to solicit public input. The meeting is also being held to answer any questions regarding the study’s purpose, methodology and the proposed D.C. by-laws. In accordance with the legislation, the background study and proposed D.C. by-laws will be available for public review on May 16, 2024. The process to be followed in finalizing the report and recommendations includes: •

Consideration of responses received prior to, at, or immediately following the public meeting;

• •

Refinements to the report, if required; and Council consideration of the by-laws subsequent to the public meeting.

Figure 1-1 outlines the proposed schedule to be followed with respect to the D.C. by-law adoption process.

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Figure 1-1 Schedule of Key D.C. Process Dates Process Steps

Dates

Data collection, growth forecast development, staff review, engineering work, D.C. calculations and policy work

Early 2024 to Mid2024

Public release of final D.C. Background study and proposed by-law

May 16, 2024

Public meeting advertisement placed in newspaper(s)

By 21 Days prior to the Public Meeting

Public release of Addendum #1 to Background Study

June 17, 2024

Public meeting of Council

June 20, 2024

Council considers adoption of background study and passage of by-law

July 16, 2024

Newspaper notice given of by-law passage

By 20 days after passage

Last day for by-law appeal

40 days after passage

Township makes pamphlet available (where by-law not appealed)

By 60 days after in force date

1.3 Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997 Over the past five (5) years, a number of changes to the D.C.A. have been introduced through various legislation including the following: •

Bill 108: More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019;

• •

Bill 138: Plan to Build Ontario Together Act, 2019; Bill 197: COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020;

•

Bill 213: Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020;

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Bill 109: More Homes for Everyone Act, 2022;

• •

Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022; Bill 97: Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023;

• •

Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023; and Bill 185: Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024.

The following provides an overview of the amendments to the D.C.A. that each of these pieces of legislation provided.

•

For all developments triggering a D.C. within two years of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval, the D.C. shall be determined based on the charges in effect on the date the planning application was submitted. These provisions only apply to Site Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment planning applications received on or after January 1, 2020. These amendments do not affect developments approved under other planning application types (e.g., plan of subdivision, minor variance, etc.).

•

The removal of the 10% statutory deduction for soft services, i.e., services limited to a 10-year forecast period.

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Semi-Detached House: Row/townhouse:

$450,000 $486,000

For a bachelor unit: For a 1-bedroom unit:

$1,035 $1,333

• For a 2-bedroom unit: $1,612 For units with 3 or more bedrooms, the average household income provides the amount to be measured against (i.e., $1,820 per month) vs. the average rent of: •

For a unit with 3 or more bedrooms: $2,141

1.3.9 Bill 185: Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 The Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 (Bill 185), was introduced on April 10, 2024, and received Royal Assent on June 6, 2024. This Act amends the D.C.A as follows: •

Reintroduces studies as an eligible cost for services, including a D.C. background study;

•

Removes the mandatory phase-in of a D.C. by-law;

•

Reduces the time period for the determination of a D.C. applicable to site plan and zoning by-law amendment applications, whereby the time period between the building permit issuance and planning application approval is reduced to 18 months from two years (note, the two-year time period still applies to applications received between January 1, 2020 and June 5, 2024;

•

Permits the repeal of the date the D.C. by-law expires (allowing for the 10-year by-law term provided in the D.C.A.);

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Allows minor D.C. by-law amendments related to the inclusion of studies, removal of the mandatory phase-in of a D.C. by-law and removal of expiry date for by-laws passed between November 28, 2022 and June 6, 2024; and Permits municipalities to publish D.C. public notice on municipal websites where newspapers of general circulation are not available.

As Bill 185 has been enacted, this D.C. Background Study includes the cost of studies, and the other amendments made to the D.C.A. as noted above. .

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Township of South Frontenac Current D.C. Policy 2.1 Schedule of Charges On August 6, 2019, the Township passed By-law 2019-48 under the D.C.A., which provides for Township-wide D.C.s to be imposed in the Township. The D.C. by-law is set to expire on August 6, 2024, five years after it was passed.

2.2 Services Covered The following Township-wide services are covered under By-law 2019-48: •

Services Related to a Highway;

• •

Fire Protection Services; Police and Other Facilities;

•

Parks and Recreation;

•

Library Services;

• •

Engineering Services – Studies; and Community Based Studies.

2.3 Timing of D.C. Calculation and Payment D.C.s are calculated and payable in full at the time the first building permit is issued in relation to a building or structure on land to which a D.C. applied. It is noted that the D.C. legislation has been amended since the passage of the by-law and D.C.s are now payable at the time of the first building permit issuance for most developments. Payments with respect to rental housing and institutional development pay their D.C.s over six (6) annual installments. Applications with respect to a site plan or zoning by-law amendment have their D.C. determined at the rates in effect at the time of planning application if the building permit for the proposed development is issued within two (2) years of planning application approval. The provisions of the D.C.A. override the provisions of the current by-law.

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The Approach to the Calculation of the Charge 4.1 Introduction This chapter addresses the requirements of subsection 5 (1) of the D.C.A. with respect to the establishment of the need for service which underpins the D.C. calculation. These requirements are illustrated schematically in Figure 4-1.

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Categories of Township Services

Inclusion in the D.C. Calculation Ineligible Yes Yes Yes

Parks and Recreation Services

Yes n/a n/a

Services Related to Public Health
Child Care and Early Years Programs and Services within the meaning of Part VI of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and any related services.

n/a n/a

Services related to proceedings under the Provincial Offences Act, including by-law enforcement services and municipally administered court services

n/a

Services Related to Emergency Preparedness
Services Related to Airports

13.1 Acquisition of land for parks, woodlots, and E.S.A.s 13.2 Development of municipal parks 13.3 Parks rolling stock1 and yards 13.4 Facilities, such as arenas, indoor pools, fitness facilities, community centres, etc. 13.5 Recreation vehicles and equipment1 14.1 Public Health department space 14.2 Public Health department vehicles1 15.1 Childcare space 15.2 Vehicles1

n/a

16.1 P.O.A. space, including by-law enforcement and municipally administered court services 16.2 Vehicles1

n/a n/a

17.1 Emergency Preparedness Space 17.2 Equipment

Ineligible Ineligible

Other

Service Components

Yes

18.1 Airports 18.2 Other Airports 20.1 Interest on money borrowed to pay for growth-related capital 20.2 Growth Studies, including the D.C. background study cost

1 with a 7+ year useful life

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4.5 Capital Forecast Paragraph 7 of subsection 5 (1) of the D.C.A. requires that “the capital costs necessary to provide the increased services must be estimated.” The Act goes on to require two potential cost reductions and the regulation sets out the way in which such costs are to be presented. These requirements are outlined below. These estimates involve capital costing of the increased services discussed above. This entails costing actual projects or the provision of service units, depending on how each service has been addressed. The capital costs include: a. costs to acquire land or an interest therein (including a leasehold interest); b. costs to improve land; c. costs to acquire, lease, construct or improve buildings and structures; d. costs to acquire, lease or improve facilities, including rolling stock (with a useful life of 7 or more years), furniture and equipment (other than computer equipment), materials acquired for library circulation, reference, or information purposes; and e. interest on money borrowed to pay for the above-referenced costs. f. costs to undertake studies in connection with the above-referenced matters (include costs of the D.C. background study). In order for an increase in need for service to be included in the D.C. calculation, Township Council must indicate “that it intends to ensure that such an increase in need will be met” (subsection 5 (1) 3). This can be done if the increase in service forms part of a Council-approved Official Plan, capital forecast, or similar expression of the intention of Council (O. Reg. 82/98 section 3). The capital program contained herein

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reflects the Township’s approved master servicing/needs studies, along with the prior D.C. study.

4.7 Class of Services Section 7 of the D.C.A. states that a D.C. by-law may provide for any D.C. eligible service or the capital costs with respect to those services. Further, a class may be composed of any number or combination of services and may include parts or portions of each D.C. eligible services. With respect to growth-related studies, section 7(3) of the D.C.A. states that: “For greater certainty, a development charge by-law may provide for a class consisting of studies in respect of any service listed in subsection 2 (4) whose capital costs are described in paragraphs 5 and 6 of subsection 5 (3)”. These provisions allow for services to be grouped together to create a class for the purposes of the D.C. by-law and D.C. reserve funds. As of June 6, 2024, Bill 185 has received Royal Assent, thereby the growth studies have been provided as a class of service for purposes of calculating the D.C.s.

4.8 Existing Reserve Funds Section 35 of the D.C.A. states that:

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D.C. Eligible Cost Analysis by Service and Class of Service 5.1 Introduction This chapter outlines the basis for calculating eligible costs for the D.C.s to be applied on a uniform basis for the defined service areas. In each case, the required calculation process set out in subsection 5 (1) paragraphs 2 to 7 in the D.C.A., and described in Chapter 4, was followed in determining D.C. eligible costs. The service component is evaluated on two format sheets: • •

5.2 Service Levels and 10-Year Capital Costs for Townshipwide D.C. Services and Class of Services Calculation This section evaluates the development-related capital requirements for Township services and class of services under a 10-year planning period.

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and $1,225 (7%) attributable to non-residential development, which is based on the incremental growth in population to employment for the 10-year forecast period.

5.2.4 Growth-Related Studies (Class of Service) Section 7 of the D.C.A. states that a D.C. by-law may provide for any D.C. eligible service or the capital costs with respect to those services. Further, a class may be composed of any number or combination of services and may include parts or portions of each D.C. eligible services. With respect to growth-related studies, Section 7 (3) of the D.C.A. states that: For greater certainty, a development charge by-law may provide for a class consisting of studies in respect of any service listed in subsection 2 (4) whose capital costs are described in paragraphs 5 and 6 of subsection 5 (3). These provisions allow for services to be grouped together to create a class for the purposes of the D.C. by-law and D.C. reserve funds. The D.C. calculations and draft by-law provided herein include a class for growth-related studies. This class is comprised of the following municipal-wide services: • •

Services Related to a Highway; Fire Protection Services;

• •

Policing Services; Library Services;

• •

Parks and Recreation Services; and Waste Diversion Services.

The following provides a list of the studies that have been identified for the 2024 to 2034 forecast period: • •

Development Charge Studies; Official Plan Update;

• •

Growth Management Studies; Transportation Master Plan;

• •

Recreation Master Plan Update; Fire Master Plan;

•

Community Risk Assessment;

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Boat Access Study;

• •

Facility Condition Assessment; and Climate Change and Adaptation Study.

The total cost of these studies is approximately $1.5 million, including $16,712 for the existing D.C. reserve fund deficit for growth-related studies. After deducting $298,162 for the benefit to existing share and $94,500 to recognize the benefit to non-D.C.eligible services, the D.C. eligible costs for studies that have been considered with the calculation of the charge within the class of service total $1.11 million as presented in Table 5-4. For planning related studies, a deduction of 10% of the growth-related costs have been applied to recognize the extent to which the studies relate to non-D.C.-eligible services. Planning related studies and future D.C. background studies have been allocated to the services in the following manner: •

Services Related to a Highway – 73.45%

• •

Fire Protection Services – 9.11% Policing Services – 2.90%

• •

Parks and Recreation Services – 13.52% Library Services – 0.93%

•

Waste Diversion Services – 0.09%

The allocation of the net growth-related costs between residential and non-residential development is based on the residential and non-residential allocations for each service area and are presented in Table 5-5 (i.e., resulting in an overall split of 94% residential and 6% non-residential).

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Table 5-3 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Waste Diversion Services Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development

Proj. No.

2024 to 2033 Provision for Additional Assets

Timing (year)

2024-2033

Total

Gross Capital Cost Estimate (2024$)

Post Period Other Net Capital Benefit Deductions Cost

Benefit to Existing Development

17,500

Less: Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost Residential Share

Total

17,500

93% 16,275

17,500

16,275

NonResidential Share 7% 1,225 1,225

Table 5-4 Township of South Frontenac Infrastructure Costs Included in the Development Charge Calculation For Growth-Related Studies Class of Service Proj. No.

Increased Service Needs Attributable to Anticipated Development

Timing (year) From

Timing (year) To

Timing (year)

Service to Which Project Relates

2024 to 2033

Gross Capital Other Deductions Cost Gross Capital Post Period (to recognize Net Capital Estimate Cost Estimate Benefit benefit to non-D.C. Cost Total (2024$) services) (2024$)

Benefit to Existing Development

Less:

Potential D.C. Recoverable Cost

Grants, Subsidies and Other Contributions Attributable to New Development

Total

Residential Share

NonResidential Share

Development Charges Study

2024

All Services

36,000

33,584

2,416

Development Charges Study Update

2029

All Services

15,000

13,995

1,005

Development Charges Study

2024

All Services

36,000

33,584

2,416

Growth Management Study

2024

All Services

220,000

22,000

198,000

184,713

13,287

Growth Management Study

2033

All Services

220,000

22,000

198,000

184,713

13,287

Official Plan

2024

All Services

220,000

22,000

198,000

49,502

148,498

138,533

9,965

Official Plan

2033

All Services

220,000

22,000

198,000

49,502

148,498

138,533

9,965

Climate Change and Adaptation Study

2024

All Services

65,000

6,500

58,500

55,058

3,442

3,212

230

Transportation Master Plan

2025

2028

2025-2028

Services Related to a Highway

125,000

31,300

93,700

87,141

6,559

Recreation Master Plan update

2027

2030

2027-2030

Parks and Recreation Services

125,000

31,300

93,700

89,015

4,685

Facility Condition Assessment

2024

2025

2024-2025

Parks and Recreation Services

122,000

30,500

91,500

86,925

4,575

Community Risk Assessment (Fire)

2024

Fire Protection Services

20,000

10,000

9,300

700

Fire Master Plan

2024

2024-2025

Fire Protection Services

35,000

17,500

16,275

1,225

Boat Access Study

2024

Parks and Recreation Services

25,000

23,500

1,500

1,425

Reserve Fund Adjustment

16,712

15,634

1,078

1,500,712

94,500

1,406,212

298,162

1,108,050

1,036,582

71,468

2025

Total

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Table 5-5 Infrastructure Costs Covered in the D.C. Calculation – Growth-Related Studies – Residential/Non-Residential Shares

Services Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Library Services Parks and Recreation Services Waste Diversion Services Total Overall Growth Studies Class of Services Residential/Non-Residential %

Total 679,384 100,385 23,067 7,397 297,102 715 $1,108,050

Residential Non-Residential Share Share 631,884 47,500 93,366 7,019 21,455 1,611 7,026 371 282,184 14,918 666 48 $1,036,582 $71,468

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D.C. Calculation Tables 6-1 and 6-2 calculate the proposed D.C.s to be imposed on development for all Township-wide services and class of services, over the 15-year forecast period (mid2024 to mid-2039) and the10-year forecast period (mid-2024 to mid-2034), respectively. The D.C. eligible costs for each service and class of services were determined in Chapter 5 for all Township-wide services and class of services, based on their associated capital programs. The calculation for residential development is generated on a per capita basis and is based upon four (4) forms of housing types (singles and semi-detached dwellings, multiple dwellings, bachelor and 1-bedroom apartments, and 2+ bedrooms apartments). The non-residential D.C. has been calculated on a uniform per sq.ft. of G.F.A. basis for all types of non-residential development (industrial, commercial, and institutional). For the residential calculations, the total cost is divided by the “gross” (new resident) population to determine the per capita amount. The residential D.C. recoverable capital cost calculations set out in Chapter 5 are based on the net anticipated population increase (the forecast new unit population less the anticipated decline in existing units). The cost per capita is then multiplied by the average occupancy of the new units (Appendix A, Schedule 7) to calculate the charges in Tables 6-1 and 6-2. Table 6-3 provides the schedule of charges that is applicable for all services and class of services, by type of development. Table 6-4 summarizes the gross capital expenditures and sources of revenue for works to be undertaken during the 10-year life of the by-law.

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Table 6-1 Township of South Frontenac Township-Wide D.C. Calculation for the 15-year Forecast Period 2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost Residential Non-Residential $ $

SERVICE/CLASS

Services Related to a Highway 1.1 Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost S.D.U. per sq.ft. $ $

13,356,614 13,356,614

1,005,337 1,005,337

8,041 8,041

5.07 5.07

1,657,131 1,657,131

124,730 124,730

998 998

0.63 0.63

527,683 527,683

39,718 39,718

318 318

0.20 0.20

TOTAL

$15,541,428

$1,169,785

$9,356

$5.90

$15,541,428 4,729 $3,286.41

$1,169,785 198,200 $5.90

Fire Protection Services 2.1 Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment
Policing Services 3.1 Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

P.P.U. 2.847 2.372 1.847 1.274

$9,356 $7,795 $6,070 $4,187

Table 6-2 Township of South Frontenac Township-Wide D.C. Calculation for the 10-year Forecast Period 2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost SERVICE/CLASS 4.

per sq.ft.

Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

2,510,795

132,147

2,339

1.12

2,510,795

132,147

2,339

1.12

Library facilities, materials and vehicles

173,005

9,106

161

0.08

173,005

9,106

161

0.08

16,275

1,225

0.01

16,275

1,225

0.01

Waste Diversion 6.1

S.D.U.

Library Services 5.1

Non-Residential

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1

2024$ D.C.-Eligible Cost

Residential

Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other

1,036,582

71,468

966

0.61

TOTAL

Growth-Related Studies

$3,736,657

$213,946

$3,481

$1.82

D.C.-Eligible Capital Cost

$3,736,657

$213,946

10-Year Gross Population/GFA Growth (sq.ft.)

3,056

117,700

Cost Per Capita/Non-Residential GFA (sq.ft.)

$1,222.73

$1.82

By Residential Unit Type

P.P.U.

Single and Semi-Detached Dwelling

2.847

$3,481

Other Multiples

2.372

$2,900

Apartments - 2 Bedrooms +

1.847

$2,258

Apartments - Bachelor and 1 Bedroom

1.274

$1,558

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Table 6-3 Township of South Frontenac Calculated Schedule of Development Charges by Service RESIDENTIAL Services/Class of Services

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Apartments Apartments - 2 (per sq.ft. of Gross Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Floor Area) Bedroom

Township-Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

966

805

627

432

0.61

$12,837

$10,695

$8,327

$5,744

$7.72

Parks and Recreation Services

Township-Wide Class of Services Growth-Related Studies Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

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Table 6-4 Township of South Frontenac Gross Expenditure and Sources of Revenue Summary for Costs to be Incurred over the 10-Year Life of the By-laws for all Services/Class of Services Services/Class of Services 1.

Total Gross Cost

Sources of Financing Tax Base or Other Non-D.C. Source Post D.C. Period Other Benefit to Other Funding Benefit Deductions Existing

D.C. Reserve Fund Residential

Non-Residential

Services Related to a Highway 1.1 Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

15,141,333

2,962,000

11,326,780

852,553

Fire Protection Services 2.1 Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment

5,176,207

3,466,000

1,590,492

119,714

Policing Services 3.1 Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

13,066,000

8,435,599

4,063,000

527,683

39,718

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1 Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

6,160,000

2,202,858

1,314,200

2,510,795

132,147

Library Services 5.1 Library facilities, materials and vehicles

7,870,000

7,687,889

173,005

9,106

17,500

16,275

1,225

Waste Diversion 6.1 Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other Growth-Related Studies

Total Expenditures & Revenues

1,500,712

94,500

298,162

1,036,582

71,468

$48,931,752

$94,500

$25,052,509

$5,377,200

$17,181,612

$1,225,931

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7.2 D.C. By-law Structure It is recommended that: •

The Township uses a uniform Township-wide D.C. calculation for all services and class of services;

7.3.2 Determination of the Amount of the Charge The following conventions be adopted:

Costs allocated to residential uses will be assigned to different types of residential units based on the average occupancy for each housing type constructed during the previous decade. Costs allocated to non-residential uses

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will be assigned based on the amount of square feet of G.F.A. constructed for eligible uses (i.e., primary, industrial, commercial, and institutional). 2. Costs allocated to residential and non-residential uses are based upon a number of conventions, as may be suited to each municipal circumstance, as follows: •

•

For Waste Diversion Services, a 93% residential and 7% non-residential attribution has been made, over the Township-wide 10-Year forecast period; Parks and Recreation and Library Services attributions for residential and nonresidential splits have been determined based on an allocation of 95% to residential development and 5% to non-residential development as the predominant users of Parks and Recreation and Library Services tend to be residents of the Township.

•

For the Growth-Related Studies Class of Services, the cost allocations between residential and non-residential is based on the allocations for each service area based on the eligible D.C. service that each study relates to. This results in an overall allocation of 94% to residential development and 6% to non-residential development.

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according to type, of dwelling units that have been or will be demolished or converted to another principal use; and •

7.3.4 Exemptions Statutory exemptions include the following: •

•

Full exemption for buildings or structures owned by and used for the purposes of any municipality, local board, or Board of Education;

•

Full exemption for additional residential development in new dwellings: development that includes the creation of up to two additional dwelling units (based on prescribed limits set out in section 2 of O. Reg. 82/98); and Full exemption for a university in Ontario that receives direct, regular, and ongoing operating funding from the Government of Ontario;

• •

Full exemption for affordable units (see bulletin rates identified in section 1.3.8)

•

Full exemption for attainable units;

•

Full exemption for affordable inclusionary zoning units; and

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•

Full exemption for non-profit housing developments;

•

Partial exemption through a discount for rental housing units based on the number of bedrooms contained in each unit, as prescribed (note that these discounts are not part of the methodology required for calculating the charge, but a rule that has to be included in the by-law which informs implementation): o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises with three (3) or more bedrooms - 25% discount. o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises with two (2) bedrooms - 20% discount. o Residential units intended for use as a rented residential premises not referred to 1 or 2 above - 15% discount.

Non-statutory (discretionary exemptions) include the following: • •

A bona fide agricultural use or farm building; and A place of worship, for the portion of lands, buildings, or structures used for worship, a churchyard, cemetery, and burial ground exempt from taxation under the Assessment Act.

7.3.5 Timing of Collection The D.C.s for all services and class of services are payable upon issuance of a building permit for each dwelling unit, building, or structure, subject to early or late payment agreements entered into by the Township and an owner under s. 27 of the D.C.A. Rental housing and institutional developments will pay D.C.s in six equal annual payments commencing at occupancy, and then on the anniversary of occupancy for the following five (5) years. Moreover, the D.C. amount for all developments occurring within two (2) years of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval (for applications submitted after January 1, 2020, and June 5, 2024), shall be determined based on the D.C. in effect on the day of the applicable Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application. The D.C. amount for all developments occurring within eighteen (18) months of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment planning approval (for applications submitted as of June 6, 2024), shall be determined based on the D.C. in effect on the day of the applicable Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application.

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Installment payments and payments determined at the time of Site Plan or Zoning Bylaw Amendment applications are subject to annual interest charges. The maximum interest rate the Township can impose is the average prime rate plus 1% as defined in subsection 26.3(1) of the Act.

7.3.6 Indexing Indexing of the D.C.s shall be implemented on a mandatory basis annually on the anniversary of the D.C. by-law enactment date, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly, Non-Residential Building Construction Price Index, for the most recent year-over-year period.

7.3.7 D.C. Spatial Applicability The D.C.A. historically has provided the opportunity for a municipality to impose municipal-wide charges or area specific charges. Sections 2(7) and 2(8) of the D.C.A. provide that a D.C. by-law may apply to the entire municipality or only part of it and more than one D.C. by-law may apply to the same area. The D.C.A. now require municipalities to consider the application of municipal-wide and area-specific D.C.s. s.10(2) (c.1) requires Council to consider the use of more than one D.C. by-law to reflect different needs from services in different areas. Most municipalities in Ontario have established uniform, municipal-wide D.C.s. When area-specific charges are used, it is generally to underpin master servicing and front-end financing arrangements for more localized capital costs. The rationale for maintaining a municipal-wide D.C. approach is based, in part, on the following:

All Township services, except for Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Services, require that the average 15-year service standard be calculated. This average service standard multiplied by growth in the Township, establishes an upper ceiling on the amount of funds that can be collected from all developing landowners. Section 4 (4) of O. Reg. 82/98 provides that “if a development charge by-law applies to a part of the municipality, the level of service and average level of service cannot exceed that which would be determined if the bylaw applied to the whole municipality.” Put in layman terms, the average service standard multiplied by the growth within the specific area would establish an area-specific ceiling which would significantly reduce the total revenue

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recoverable for the Township hence potentially resulting in D.C. revenue shortfalls and impacts on property taxes. 2. Expanding on item 1, attempting to impose an area charge potentially causes equity issues in transitioning from a Township-wide approach to an area-specific approach. For example, if all services were now built (and funded) within Area A (which is 75% built out) and this was funded with some revenues from Areas B and C, moving to an area-rating approach would see Area A contribute no funds to the costs of services in Areas B and C. The D.C.s would be lower in Area A (as all services are now funded) and higher in Areas B and C. As well, funding shortfalls may then potentially encourage the municipality to provide less services to Areas B and C due to reduced revenue. 3. Many services provided (roads, parks & recreation facilities) are not restricted to one specific area and are often used by all residents. For example, arenas located in different parts of the Township will be used by residents from all areas depending on the programing of the facility (i.e., a public skate is available each night, but at a different arena; hence usage of any one facility at any given time is based on programming availability). Based on the foregoing and discussions with Township staff, there is no apparent justification for the establishment of area-specific D.C.s at this time. The recommendation is to apply Township-wide D.C.s for all services.

7.4 Other D.C. By-law Provisions It is recommended that:

7.4.1 Categories of Services for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes It is recommended that the Township’s D.C. collections be contributed into six (6) separate reserve funds, including: •

Services Related to a Highway;

• •

Fire Protection Services; Policing Services;

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Parks and Recreation Services;

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Library Services;

•

Waste Diversion Services.

7.4.2 Categories for Class of Service for Reserve Fund and Credit Purposes With the enactment of Bill 185, it is recommended that the Township’s D.C. collections related to the growth studies class of service be contributed into a separate reserve fund from the six reserve funds for the services noted above in section 7.4.1. Additionally, the current D.C. reserve fund balance for Engineering Service Studies and Community-Based Studies (Growth studies) is in deficit. This deficit will be included in the growth studies D.C. calculations.

7.4.3 By-law In-force Date The by-law will come into force on the day after which the by-law is passed by Council, unless Council determines an alternative date for enactment.

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“Approve the D.C. Background Study dated May 16, 2024, as amended;" “Determine that no further public meeting is required;” and “Approve the D.C. By-law as set out in Appendix G.”

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520,033

1,310,166

Fire facilities, vehicles & equipment

1,781,862

49,770

184,603

234,373

Facilities, vehicles and equipment, small equpment and gear

4,630,401

16,360

306,860

323,220

Park development, amenities, recreation facilities, vehicles, and equipment

3,957,142

92,435

53,577

146,011

Library facilities, materials and vehicles

182,111

5,874

17,500

1,750

72,282

74,032

1,202,550

$956,322

$1,137,355

$2,093,676

Waste Diversion 6.1

790,133

Library Services 5.1

14,361,951

Parks and Recreation Services 4.1

Roads and Related Infstructure including Facilities, Vehicles & Equipment

Policing Services 3.1

TOTAL ANNUAL EXPENDITURES

Fire Protection Services 2.1

ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES

Services Related to a Highway 1.1

GROSS COST LESS ANNUAL LIFECYCLE BENEFIT TO EXPENDITURES EXISTING

Waste diversion facilites, vehicles, equipment and other

Growth-Related Studies

Total

$26,133,516

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Table D-1 Annual Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds

Description Opening Balance, January 1, ________

Services and Class of Services to which the Development Charge Relates Services Fire Parks and Related to a Policing Protection Recreation Library GrowthWaste Highway Services Services Services Services Related Studies Diversion

Total 0

Plus: Development Charge Collections Accrued Interest Repayment of Monies Borrowed from Fund and Associated Interest 1 Sub-Total

GrowthRelated Studies

0 0 0

0 0

Less: Amount Transferred to Capital (or Other) Funds 2 Amounts Refunded Amounts Loaned to Other D.C. Service Category for Interim Financing

0 0 0

Credits3 Sub-Total

0 0

Closing Balance, December 31, ________

1 2 3

Source of funds used to repay the D.C. reserve fund See Attachment 1 for details See Attachment 2 for details

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Waste Diversion

Growth-Related Studies

The fund is used for growth-related to growth-related studies

Services Related to a Highway Fire Protection Services Policing Services Parks and Recreation Services Library Services

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The non-D.C. recoverable portion of the projects that will require financing from municipal financial resources (i.e., rates, fees, etc.). This amount has been presented on an annual debt charge amount based on 20-year financing.
Lifecycle costs for the 2024 D.C. capital works have been presented based on a straight-line basis. The assets have been considered over their estimated useful lives.
Incremental operating costs for the D.C. services (only) have been included.
The resultant total annualized expenditures are approximately $4.27 million.
Consideration was given to the potential new tax and user fee revenue which will be generated as a result of new growth. These revenues will be available to assist in financing the expenditures above. The new operating revenues are approximately $2.35 million. This additional revenue would increase the existing revenues from $31.10 million to $33.45 million.
In consideration of the above, the capital plan is deemed to be financially sustainable.

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$1,784,254

Capital2 Annual Lifecycle Incremental Operating Costs (for D.C. Services) Total Expenditures

$395,664 $956,322 $1,137,355 $4,273,595

Revenue (Annualized) Total Existing Revenue3 Incremental Tax and Non-Tax Revenue (User Fees, Fines, Licences, etc.) Total Revenues

$31,096,899 $2,348,271 $33,445,170

Non-Growth Related component of Projects Interim Debt Financing for Post Period Benefit 3 As per Sch. 10 of FIR

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Appendix G Proposed D.C. By-law

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC BY-LAW NO. 2024-xx BEING A BY-LAW OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPMENT CHARGES WHEREAS Section 2(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27 (hereinafter called the Act) enables the Council of a municipality to pass by-laws for the imposition of development charges against land located in the municipality where the development of the land would increase the need for municipal services as designated in the by-law and the development requires one or more of the actions set out in Subsection 2(2) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a Development Charges Background Study for the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac, dated May 16, 2024 (the “Study”) as required by section 10 of the Act was presented to Council along with a draft of this By-law as then proposed on July 16, 2024, and was completed within a one-year period prior to the enactment of this By-law; AND WHEREAS notice of a public meeting was given pursuant to subsection 12(1) of the Act, and in accordance with the regulations under the Act, on or before May 27, 2024, and copies of the Study and this proposed development charge by-law were made available to the public not later than May 16, 2024, in accordance with subsection 12(1) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a public meeting was held on June 20, 2024, in accordance with the Act to hear comments and representations from all persons who applied to be heard (the “Public Meeting”); AND WHEREAS any person who attended the public meeting was afforded an opportunity to make representations and the public generally were afforded an opportunity to make written submissions relating to this proposed By-law; AND WHEREAS the Council, in adopting the Township of South Frontenac Development Charges Background Study on May 16, 2024, as amended on June 17, 2024, directed that development charges be imposed on land under development or redevelopment within the geographical limits of the municipality as hereinafter provided.

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NOW THEREFORE the Council enacts as follows: DEFINITIONS 1.

In this By-law: 1)

“Act” means the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27;

“Affordable Residential Unit” means a Residential Unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

“Ancillary Residential Use” means a residential dwelling that would be ancillary to a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, or row dwelling;

“Apartment Unit” means any residential dwelling unit within a building containing more than two dwelling units where the residential units are connected by an interior corridor;

“Attainable Residential Unit” means a residential unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

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“Bedroom” means a habitable room larger than seven square metres, including a den, study, or other similar area, but does not include a living room, dining room or kitchen;

“Benefiting Area” means an area defined by a map, plan, or legal description in a front-ending agreement as an area that will receive a benefit from the construction of a service;

“Capital Costs” means costs incurred or proposed to be incurred by the municipality or a local board thereof directly or under an agreement, (a) to acquire land or an interest in land, (b) to improve land, (c) to acquire, construct or improve buildings and structures, (d) to acquire, construct or improve facilities including: (i) rolling stock, furniture, and equipment with an estimated useful life

of seven years or more, (ii) materials acquired for circulation, reference or information

purposes by a library board as defined in the Public Libraries Act, 1984, S.O. 1984, c. 57, (iii) furniture and equipment, other than computer equipment,

“Commercial Use” means the use of land, structure or building for the purpose of buying and selling of commodities and supplying of services as distinguished from manufacturing or assembling of goods, also as distinguished from other purposes such as warehousing and/or an open storage yard;
“Council” means the Council of the municipality;
“Development” means the construction, erection, or placing of one or more buildings or structures on land or the making of an addition or alteration to a building or structure that has the effect of increasing the size or usability thereof, and includes redevelopment;

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“Development Charge” means a charge imposed with respect to growthrelated net capital costs against land in the municipality under this by-law;
“Dwelling Unit” means any part of a building or structure used, designed, or intended to be used as a domestic establishment in which one or more persons may sleep and are provided with culinary and sanitary facilities for their exclusive use;
“Existing Industrial Building” means a building used for or in connection with: (a) manufacturing, producing, processing, storing, or distributing something; (b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing, or processing something; (c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer, or processor of something they manufactured, produced, or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production or processing takes place; (d) office or administrative purposes if they are: (i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing,

storage or distributing of something, and (ii) in or attached to the building or structure used for that

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“Front-ending Agreement” means an agreement made under Section 44 of the Act between the municipality and any or all owners within a benefitting area providing for front-end payments by an owner or owners or for the installation of services by an owner or owners or for the installation of services by an owner or owners or any combination thereof;
“Grade” means the average level of finished ground adjoining a building or structure at all exterior walls;
“Gross Floor Area” means the total area of all floors above grade of a dwelling unit measured between the outside surfaces of exterior walls or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing the dwelling unit from another dwelling unit or other portion of a building; (a) In the case of a commercial, industrial and/or institutional building or structure, or in the case of a mixed-use building or structure in respect of the commercial, industrial and/or institutional portion thereof, the total area of all building floors above or below grade measured between the outside surfaces of the exterior walls, or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing a commercial, industrial and/or institutional use and a residential use.
“Industrial” means lands, buildings or structures used or designed or intended for use for manufacturing, processing, fabricating or assembly of raw goods, warehousing or bulk storage of goods, and includes office uses and the sale of commodities to the general public where such uses are accessory to an industrial use, but does not include the sale of commodities to the general public through a warehouse club, or any land, buildings or structures used for an agricultural use;
“Institutional" means development of a building or structure intended for use: (1)

as a long-term care home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2021;

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(2)

as a retirement home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010;

(3)

an Indigenous Institute prescribed for the purposes of section 6 of the Indigenous Institute Act, 2017;
“Live-work Unit” means a Building, or part of thereof, which contains, or is intended to contain, both a Dwelling Unit and non-residential unit and which is intended for both Residential Use and Non-residential Use concurrently, and shares a common wall or floor with or without direct access between the residential and non-residential uses;
“Local Board” means a school board, public utility, commission, transportation commission, public library board, board of park management, local board of health, board of commissioners of police, planning board, or any other board, commission, committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of the municipality or any part or parts thereof;
“Mixed Use” means land, buildings or structures used, or designed or intended for use, for a combination of residential and non-residential uses;
“Municipality” (or the “Township") means The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac;
“Non-profit housing development” means development of a building or structure intended for use as residential premises by:

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(iii) a corporation without share capital to which the Corporations Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; (iv) a corporation without share capital to which the Canada Not-for-profit Corporation Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; or (v) a non-profit housing co-operative that is in good standing under the Cooperative Corporations Act. 30) “Non-Residential Use” means a building or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used for other than a residential use; 31) “Other Multiple Dwellings” means all residential dwellings other than a Singledetached Dwelling, Semi-detached Dwelling, and Apartment Dwelling, and includes the portion of a Live-Work Unit intended to be used exclusively for living accommodations for one or more individuals; 32) “Owner” means the owner of land or a person who has made application for an approval for the development of land upon which a development charge is imposed; 33) “Place of Worship” means land that is owned by and used for the purposes of a place of worship, a churchyard, cemetery, or burial ground exempt from taxation under section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O., 1990, c. A.31, as amended. 34) “Planning Act” means the Planning Act, 1990, as amended; 35) “Quadraplex” means a building containing four Apartment Dwelling Units; 36) “Rate” means the interest rate established weekly by the Bank of Canada for treasury bills having a term of 30 days; 37) “Regulation” means any regulation made pursuant to the Act;

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“Rental Housing” means development of a building or structure with four or more dwelling units all of which are intended for use as rented residential premises.
“Residential Use” means land or buildings, or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used as living accommodations for one or more individuals;
“Rowhouse Dwelling” means a building containing three or more attached dwelling units in a single row, each of which dwelling units has an independent entrance from the outside and is vertically separated from any abutting dwelling unit
“School Board” has the same meaning as that specified in the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, as amended or any successor thereto;
“Semi-Detached Dwelling,” “Duplex” or “Row Housing” means a dwelling unit in a residential building consisting of two (or more in the case of row housing) dwelling units having one vertical wall or one horizontal wall, but no other parts, attached to another dwelling unit where the residential units are not connected by an interior corridor;
“Services” (or “service”) means those services designated in Schedule “A” to this by-law or specified in an agreement made under Section 44 of the Act;
“Services in Lieu” means those services specified in an agreement made under Section 9 of this by-law;
“service standards” means the prescribed level of services on which the schedule of charges in Schedule “B” are based;
“Servicing Agreement” means an agreement between a landowner and the municipality relative to the provision of municipal services to specified lands within the municipality;
“Single Detached Dwelling Unit” means a residential building consisting of one dwelling unit and not attached to another structure;
“Triplex” means a building containing three Apartment Dwelling Units.

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live/work unit; and (iii) Each suite, apartment or unit within a triplex, quadraplex, high

density multiple unit residential development or similar development; SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES 3.

(1)

(2)

The development charge with respect to the use of any land, buildings, or structures shall be calculated as follows: (a)

in the case of residential development, charges set out in Schedule “B” shall be imposed on residential uses of lands, buildings or structures, including a dwelling unit accessory to a residential use and, in the case of a mixed-use building or structure, on the residential uses in the mixed-use building or structure, and the residential portion for a Live-Work unit, according to the type of residential unit, and calculated with respect to the services according to the type of residential use;

(b)

in the case of non-residential development, charges described in Schedule “B” to this by-law shall be imposed on non-residential uses of lands, buildings, or structures, and, in the case of a mixeduse building or structure, on the non-residential uses in the mixeduse building or structure, including the non-residential portion for a Live-Work unit, and calculated with respect to the services according to the total floor area of the non-residential use.

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(3)

APPLICABLE LANDS 4.

(1)

(2)

This by-law shall not apply to land that is owned by and use for the purposes of:

(3)

(a)

a board of education;

(b)

any municipality or local board thereof;

(c)

bona fide agricultural use or farm building;

(d)

This by-law shall not apply to that category of exempt development described in the Development Charges Act, 1997, c.27 and O. Reg. 82/98, namely: a)

an enlargement to an existing dwelling unit;

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(4)

(a)

in the case of a semi-detached or row dwelling, the gross floor area of the existing dwelling unit; and

(b)

in the case of any other residential building, the gross floor area of the smallest dwelling unit contained in the residential building.

(a)

(b)

If the gross floor area is enlarged by 50 percent or less, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is zero.

(c)

(d)

(5)

(i)

Determine the amount by which the enlargement exceeds 50 percent of the gross floor area before the enlargement.

(ii)

Divide the amount determined under paragraph 1 by the amount of the enlargement.

The exemption to Development charges in (a) through (c) above shall only apply to the first instance of an industrial expansion.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law, development charges shall not be imposed on:

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(a)

(b)

Non-profit Housing;

(c)

Affordable inclusionary residential units;

(d)

Affordable residential units; and

(e)

Attainable residential units.

(6)

That where a conflict exists between the provisions of the new by-law and any other agreement between the Township and the owner, with respect to land to be charged under this policy, the provisions of such agreement prevail to the extent of the conflict.

(7)

This by-law is not applicable to development for which a complete application for building permit has been submitted prior to the in-force date of this by-law.

(1)

the development of that land will increase the need for services, and

(b)

the development requires: (i)

the passing of a zoning by-law or an amendment thereto under Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(ii)

the approval of a minor variance under Section 45 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(iii)

a conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under Subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, 1990;

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(2)

(iv)

the approval of a plan of subdivision under Section 51 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(v)

a consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(vi)

the approval of a description under Section 51 of the Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1980, c.84; or

(vii)

the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act, R.S.O. 1992 in relation to a building or structure.

Subsection (1) shall not apply in respect of: (a)

local services installed at the expense of the owner within a plan of subdivision as a condition of approval under Section 52 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(b)

local services installed at the expense of the owner as a condition of approval under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990.

EXISTING AGREEMENTS 6.

An agreement with respect to charges related to development registered prior to passage of the by-law remains in effect after enactment of this by-law.

MULTIPLE CHARGES 7.

(1)

Where two or more of the actions described in Section 5(1)(b) are required before land to which a development charge applies can be developed, only one development charge shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this by-law.

(2)

Notwithstanding subsection (1), if two or more of the actions described in Section 5(1)(b) occur at different times, and if the subsequent action has the effect of increasing the need for municipal services and class of services, as designated in Schedule “A”, an additional development charge on the additional residential units and/or commercial and/or industrial floor area, shall be calculated and collected in accordance with the provisions of this by-law.

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SERVICE STANDARDS 8.

For the purposes of Section 8, the approved service standards for the municipality are those contained in the Development Charges Background Study dated May 16, 2024.

SERVICES IN LIEU 9.

(1)

Council may authorize an owner to substitute the whole or such part of the development charge applicable to the owner’s development as may be specified in an agreement by the provision at the sole expense of the owner, of services in lieu. Such agreement shall further specify that where the owner provides services in lieu, in accordance with the agreement, Council shall give to the owner a credit against the development charge otherwise applicable to the development, equal to the reasonable cost to the owner of providing the services in lieu provided such credit shall not exceed the total development charge payable by an owner to the municipality.

(2)

(3)

FRONT-ENDING AGREEMENTS 10.

(1)

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(2)

(3)

(4)

The front-end payment required to be made by the benefitting owner under a front-ending agreement may be adjusted annually.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGE REDEVELOPMENT CREDITS 11.

(1)

(2)

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Township for the development within 5 years from the date the demolition permit was issued. (3)

The amount of any credit hereunder shall not exceed, in total, the amount of the development charges otherwise payable with respect to the development.

DISCOUNTS FOR RENTAL HOUSING 12.

The Development Charge payable for Rental Housing developments will be reduced based on the number of bedrooms in each unit as follows: (a)

Three or more bedrooms - 25% reduction;

(b)

Two bedrooms - 20% reduction; and

(c)

All other bedroom quantities - 15% reduction.

TIMING OF CALCULATION AND PAYMENT 13.

(1)

Development Charges shall be calculated and payable in full in money or by provision of services as may be agreed upon, or by credit granted by the Act, on the date that the first building permit is issued in relation to a building or structure on land to which a development charge applies, or in a manner or at a time otherwise lawfully agreed upon.

(2)

Where Development Charges apply to land in relation to which a building permit is required, the building permit shall not be issued until the development charge has been paid in full.

(3)

Notwithstanding subsection (1) and (2), Development Charges for rental housing and institutional developments are due and payable in 6 equal installments commencing with the first installment payable on the date of occupancy, and each subsequent installment, including interest at the prescribed rate, as per the Act, payable on the anniversary date each year thereafter.

(4)

Notwithstanding subsections (1) through (3), where the development of land results from the approval of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment

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received between January 1, 2020, and June 5, 2024, and the approval of the application occurred within 2 years of building permit issuance, the Development Charges under Section 2 shall be calculated based on the rates set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the planning application, including interest. Where both planning applications apply, Development Charges shall be calculated on the rates, including interest at the prescribed rate, set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the later planning application, the Development Charges shall be calculated based on the rate in effect on the date of the Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application, including interest at the prescribed rate. (5)

Notwithstanding subsections (1) through (3), where the development of land results from the approval of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment received as of June 6, 2024, and the approval of the application occurred within 18 months of building permit issuance, the Development Charges under Section 2 shall be calculated based on the rates set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the planning application, including interest at the prescribed rate. Where both planning applications apply, Development Charges shall be calculated on the rates, including interest, set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the later planning application, the Development Charges shall be calculated based on the rate in effect on the date of the Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application, including interest at the prescribed rate.

(6)

Notwithstanding Subsections (1) through (5), an owner may enter into an agreement with the municipality to provide for the payment in full of a development charge before building permit issuance or later than the issuing of a building permit.

BY-LAW REGISTRATION 14.

A certified copy of this by-law may be registered on title to any land to which this by-law applies.

RESERVE FUND(S) 15.

(1)

Monies received from payment of development charges shall be maintained in a separate reserve fund or funds and shall be used only to

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meet the growth-related net capital costs for which the development charge was levied under this by-law. (2)

(3)

Where any development charge, or part thereof, remains unpaid after the due date, the amount unpaid shall be added to the tax roll and shall be collected as taxes.

(4)

BY-LAW AMENDMENT OR REPEAL 16.

(1)

(2)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid to the registered owner of the land on the date on which the refund is paid.

(3)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid with interest to be calculated as follows: (a)

interest shall be calculated from the date on which the overpayment was collected to the date on which the refund is paid;

(b)

the refund shall include the interest owed under this Section;

(c)

interest shall be paid at the Bank of Canada rate in effect on the later of:

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(4)

(i)

the date of enactment of this by-law, or

(ii)

the date of the last quarterly adjustment, in accordance with the provisions of Subsection (4).

DEVELOPMENT CHARGE SCHEDULE INDEXING 17.

BY-LAW ADMINISTRATION 18.

The Municipal Treasurer shall administer this by-law.

SCHEDULES TO THE BY-LAW 19.

The following schedules to this by-law form an integral part of this by-law: Schedule “A” – Summary of Development Charge Services and Class of Services Schedule “B” – Schedule of Residential and Non-Residential Development Charges

DATE BY-LAW EFFECTIVE 20.

This By-law shall continue in force and effect for a term not to exceed ten years from the date of its enactment unless it is repealed at an earlier date.

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BY-LAW REPEAL 21.

By-law No. 2019-48 is hereby repealed on the effective date this By-law comes into force.

SHORT TITLE 22.

This by-law may be cited as the Development Charges By-law.

THIS By-law read a first time the 16th day of July, 2024. THIS By-law read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of July, 2024.

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

James Thompson, Municipal Clerk

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SCHEDULE “A” DESIGNATED MUNICIPAL SERVICES UNDER THIS BY-LAW Municipal-Wide Services • •

Services Related to a Highway; Fire Protection Services;

•

Policing Services;

•

Parks and Recreation Services;

• •

Library Services; and Waste Diversion.

Municipal-Wide Class of Services •

Growth-Related Studies

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SCHEDULE “B” SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES RESIDENTIAL Services/Class of Services

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

NON-RESIDENTIAL

Apartments Apartments - 2 (per sq.ft. of Gross Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Floor Area) Bedroom

Township-Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

966

805

627

432

0.61

$12,837

$10,695

$8,327

$5,744

$7.72

Parks and Recreation Services

Township-Wide Class of Services Growth-Related Studies Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC BY-LAW NO. 2024-53 BEING A BY-LAW OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPMENT CHARGES WHEREAS Section 2(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27 (hereinafter called the Act) enables the Council of a municipality to pass by-laws for the imposition of development charges against land located in the municipality where the development of the land would increase the need for municipal services as designated in the by-law and the development requires one or more of the actions set out in Subsection 2(2) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a Development Charges Background Study for the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac, dated May 16, 2024 (the “Study”) as required by section 10 of the Act was presented to Council along with a draft of this By-law as then proposed on July 16, 2024, and was completed within a one-year period prior to the enactment of this By-law; AND WHEREAS notice of a public meeting was given pursuant to subsection 12(1) of the Act, and in accordance with the regulations under the Act, on or before May 27, 2024, and copies of the Study and this proposed development charge by-law were made available to the public not later than May 16, 2024, in accordance with subsection 12(1) of the Act; AND WHEREAS a public meeting was held on June 20, 2024, in accordance with the Act to hear comments and representations from all persons who applied to be heard (the “Public Meeting”); AND WHEREAS any person who attended the public meeting was afforded an opportunity to make representations and the public generally were afforded an opportunity to make written submissions relating to this proposed By-law; AND WHEREAS the Council, in adopting the Township of South Frontenac Development Charges Background Study on May 16, 2024, as amended on June 17, 2024, directed that development charges be imposed on land under development or redevelopment within the geographical limits of the municipality as hereinafter provided. NOW THEREFORE the Council enacts as follows: Page | 1

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DEFINITIONS 1.

In this By-law: 1)

“Act” means the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27;

“Affordable Residential Unit” means a Residential Unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

“Ancillary Residential Use” means a residential dwelling that would be ancillary to a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, or row dwelling;

“Apartment Unit” means any residential dwelling unit within a building containing more than two dwelling units where the residential units are connected by an interior corridor;

“Attainable Residential Unit” means a residential unit that meets the criteria set out in subsection 4.1 of the Act;

“Bedroom” means a habitable room larger than seven square metres, including a den, study, or other similar area, but does not include a living room, dining room or kitchen;

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“Benefiting Area” means an area defined by a map, plan, or legal description in a front-ending agreement as an area that will receive a benefit from the construction of a service;

“Capital Costs” means costs incurred or proposed to be incurred by the municipality or a local board thereof directly or under an agreement, (a) to acquire land or an interest in land, (b) to improve land, (c) to acquire, construct or improve buildings and structures, (d) to acquire, construct or improve facilities including: (i) rolling stock, furniture, and equipment with an estimated useful life

of seven years or more, (ii) materials acquired for circulation, reference or information

purposes by a library board as defined in the Public Libraries Act, 1984, S.O. 1984, c. 57, (iii) furniture and equipment, other than computer equipment,

“Commercial Use” means the use of land, structure or building for the purpose of buying and selling of commodities and supplying of services as distinguished from manufacturing or assembling of goods, also as distinguished from other purposes such as warehousing and/or an open storage yard;
“Council” means the Council of the municipality;
“Development” means the construction, erection, or placing of one or more buildings or structures on land or the making of an addition or alteration to a building or structure that has the effect of increasing the size or usability thereof, and includes redevelopment;
“Development Charge” means a charge imposed with respect to growthrelated net capital costs against land in the municipality under this by-law;

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“Dwelling Unit” means any part of a building or structure used, designed, or intended to be used as a domestic establishment in which one or more persons may sleep and are provided with culinary and sanitary facilities for their exclusive use;
“Existing Industrial Building” means a building used for or in connection with: (a) manufacturing, producing, processing, storing, or distributing something; (b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing, or processing something; (c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer, or processor of something they manufactured, produced, or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production or processing takes place; (d) office or administrative purposes if they are: (i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing,

storage or distributing of something, and (ii) in or attached to the building or structure used for that

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installation of services by an owner or owners or for the installation of services by an owner or owners or any combination thereof; 20) “Grade” means the average level of finished ground adjoining a building or structure at all exterior walls; 21) “Gross Floor Area” means the total area of all floors above grade of a dwelling unit measured between the outside surfaces of exterior walls or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing the dwelling unit from another dwelling unit or other portion of a building; (a) In the case of a commercial, industrial and/or institutional building or structure, or in the case of a mixed-use building or structure in respect of the commercial, industrial and/or institutional portion thereof, the total area of all building floors above or below grade measured between the outside surfaces of the exterior walls, or between the outside surfaces of exterior walls and the centre line of party walls dividing a commercial, industrial and/or institutional use and a residential use. 22) “Industrial” means lands, buildings or structures used or designed or intended for use for manufacturing, processing, fabricating or assembly of raw goods, warehousing or bulk storage of goods, and includes office uses and the sale of commodities to the general public where such uses are accessory to an industrial use, but does not include the sale of commodities to the general public through a warehouse club, or any land, buildings or structures used for an agricultural use; 23) “Institutional" means development of a building or structure intended for use: (1)

as a long-term care home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2021;

(2)

as a retirement home within the meaning of subsection 2 (1) of the Retirement Homes Act, 2010;

(3)

by any institution of the following post-secondary institutions for the objects of the institution:

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(i) a university in Ontario that receives direct, regular, and ongoing operation funding from the Government of Ontario; (ii) a college or university federated or affiliated with a university described in subclause (i); or 24) an Indigenous Institute prescribed for the purposes of section 6 of the Indigenous Institute Act, 2017; 25) “Live-work Unit” means a Building, or part of thereof, which contains, or is intended to contain, both a Dwelling Unit and non-residential unit and which is intended for both Residential Use and Non-residential Use concurrently, and shares a common wall or floor with or without direct access between the residential and non-residential uses; 26) “Local Board” means a school board, public utility, commission, transportation commission, public library board, board of park management, local board of health, board of commissioners of police, planning board, or any other board, commission, committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of the municipality or any part or parts thereof; 27) “Mixed Use” means land, buildings or structures used, or designed or intended for use, for a combination of residential and non-residential uses; 28) “Municipality” (or the “Township") means The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac; 29) “Non-profit housing development” means development of a building or structure intended for use as residential premises by: (iii) a corporation without share capital to which the Corporations Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; (iv) a corporation without share capital to which the Canada Not-for-profit Corporation Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary objective is to provide housing; or

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(v) a non-profit housing co-operative that is in good standing under the Cooperative Corporations Act. 30) “Non-Residential Use” means a building or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used for other than a residential use; 31) “Other Multiple Dwellings” means all residential dwellings other than a Singledetached Dwelling, Semi-detached Dwelling, and Apartment Dwelling, and includes the portion of a Live-Work Unit intended to be used exclusively for living accommodations for one or more individuals; 32) “Owner” means the owner of land or a person who has made application for an approval for the development of land upon which a development charge is imposed; 33) “Place of Worship” means land that is owned by and used for the purposes of a place of worship, a churchyard, cemetery, or burial ground exempt from taxation under section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O., 1990, c. A.31, as amended. 34) “Planning Act” means the Planning Act, 1990, as amended; 35) “Quadraplex” means a building containing four Apartment Dwelling Units; 36) “Rate” means the interest rate established weekly by the Bank of Canada for treasury bills having a term of 30 days; 37) “Regulation” means any regulation made pursuant to the Act; 38) “Rental Housing” means development of a building or structure with four or more dwelling units all of which are intended for use as rented residential premises. 39) “Residential Use” means land or buildings, or structure of any kind whatsoever used, designed, or intended to be used as living accommodations for one or more individuals; 40) “Rowhouse Dwelling” means a building containing three or more attached dwelling units in a single row, each of which dwelling units has an independent entrance from the outside and is vertically separated from any abutting dwelling unit Page | 7

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“School Board” has the same meaning as that specified in the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, as amended or any successor thereto;
“Semi-Detached Dwelling,” “Duplex” or “Row Housing” means a dwelling unit in a residential building consisting of two (or more in the case of row housing) dwelling units having one vertical wall or one horizontal wall, but no other parts, attached to another dwelling unit where the residential units are not connected by an interior corridor;
“Services” (or “service”) means those services designated in Schedule “A” to this by-law or specified in an agreement made under Section 44 of the Act;
“Services in Lieu” means those services specified in an agreement made under Section 9 of this by-law;
“service standards” means the prescribed level of services on which the schedule of charges in Schedule “B” are based;
“Servicing Agreement” means an agreement between a landowner and the municipality relative to the provision of municipal services to specified lands within the municipality;
“Single Detached Dwelling Unit” means a residential building consisting of one dwelling unit and not attached to another structure;
“Triplex” means a building containing three Apartment Dwelling Units.

live/work unit; and (iii) Each suite, apartment or unit within a triplex, quadraplex, high

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SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES 3.

(1)

(2)

The development charge with respect to the use of any land, buildings, or structures shall be calculated as follows:

(3)

(a)

(b)

APPLICABLE LANDS 4.

(1)

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(2)

(3)

This by-law shall not apply to land that is owned by and use for the purposes of: (a)

a board of education;

(b)

any municipality or local board thereof;

(c)

bona fide agricultural use or farm building;

(d)

This by-law shall not apply to that category of exempt development described in the Development Charges Act, 1997, c.27 and O. Reg. 82/98, namely: a)

an enlargement to an existing dwelling unit;

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in the case of a semi-detached or row dwelling, the gross floor area of the existing dwelling unit; and

(b)

in the case of any other residential building, the gross floor area of the smallest dwelling unit contained in the residential building.

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(4)

(a)

(b)

If the gross floor area is enlarged by 50 percent or less, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is zero.

(c)

(d)

(5)

(6)

(i)

Determine the amount by which the enlargement exceeds 50 percent of the gross floor area before the enlargement.

(ii)

Divide the amount determined under paragraph 1 by the amount of the enlargement.

The exemption to Development charges in (a) through (c) above shall only apply to the first instance of an industrial expansion.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law, development charges shall not be imposed on: (a)

(b)

Non-profit Housing;

(c)

Affordable inclusionary residential units;

(d)

Affordable residential units; and

(e)

Attainable residential units.

That where a conflict exists between the provisions of the new by-law and any other agreement between the Township and the owner, with respect

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to land to be charged under this policy, the provisions of such agreement prevail to the extent of the conflict.

(7)

This by-law is not applicable to development for which a complete application for building permit has been submitted prior to the in-force date of this by-law.

(1)

(2)

(a)

the development of that land will increase the need for services, and

(b)

the development requires: (i)

the passing of a zoning by-law or an amendment thereto under Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(ii)

the approval of a minor variance under Section 45 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(iii)

a conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under Subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, 1990;

(iv)

the approval of a plan of subdivision under Section 51 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(v)

a consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(vi)

the approval of a description under Section 51 of the Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1980, c.84; or

(vii)

the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act, R.S.O. 1992 in relation to a building or structure.

Subsection (1) shall not apply in respect of:

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(a)

local services installed at the expense of the owner within a plan of subdivision as a condition of approval under Section 52 of the Planning Act, 1990;

(b)

local services installed at the expense of the owner as a condition of approval under Section 53 of the Planning Act, 1990.

EXISTING AGREEMENTS 6.

An agreement with respect to charges related to development registered prior to passage of the by-law remains in effect after enactment of this by-law.

MULTIPLE CHARGES 7.

(1)

(2)

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SERVICE STANDARDS 8.

For the purposes of Section 8, the approved service standards for the municipality are those contained in the Development Charges Background Study dated May 16, 2024.

SERVICES IN LIEU 9.

(1)

(2)

(3)

FRONT-ENDING AGREEMENTS 10.

(1)

(2)

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charge is payable shall be credited with an amount equal to the reasonable cost to the owner of providing the services, against the development charges otherwise payable under Schedule “B” of this bylaw. (3)

(4)

The front-end payment required to be made by the benefitting owner under a front-ending agreement may be adjusted annually.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGE REDEVELOPMENT CREDITS 11.

(1)

(2)

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(3)

The amount of any credit hereunder shall not exceed, in total, the amount of the development charges otherwise payable with respect to the development.

DISCOUNTS FOR RENTAL HOUSING 12.

The Development Charge payable for Rental Housing developments will be reduced based on the number of bedrooms in each unit as follows: (a)

Three or more bedrooms - 25% reduction;

(b)

Two bedrooms - 20% reduction; and

(c)

All other bedroom quantities - 15% reduction.

TIMING OF CALCULATION AND PAYMENT 13.

(1)

(2)

Where Development Charges apply to land in relation to which a building permit is required, the building permit shall not be issued until the development charge has been paid in full.

(3)

(4)

Notwithstanding subsections (1) through (3), where the development of land results from the approval of a Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment received between January 1, 2020, and June 5, 2024, and the approval of the application occurred within 2 years of building permit issuance, the Development Charges under Section 2 shall be calculated based on the rates set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the planning application, Page | 17

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including interest. Where both planning applications apply, Development Charges shall be calculated on the rates, including interest at the prescribed rate, set out in Schedule “B” on the date of the later planning application, the Development Charges shall be calculated based on the rate in effect on the date of the Site Plan or Zoning By-law Amendment application, including interest at the prescribed rate. (5)

(6)

BY-LAW REGISTRATION 14.

A certified copy of this by-law may be registered on title to any land to which this by-law applies.

RESERVE FUND(S) 15.

(1)

(2)

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service categories set out in Schedule “A” to which the development charge payments shall be credited in accordance with the amounts shown, plus interest earned thereon. (3)

Where any development charge, or part thereof, remains unpaid after the due date, the amount unpaid shall be added to the tax roll and shall be collected as taxes.

(4)

BY-LAW AMENDMENT OR REPEAL 16.

(1)

(2)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid to the registered owner of the land on the date on which the refund is paid.

(3)

Refunds that are required to be paid under Subsection (1) shall be paid with interest to be calculated as follows:

(4)

(a)

interest shall be calculated from the date on which the overpayment was collected to the date on which the refund is paid;

(b)

the refund shall include the interest owed under this Section;

(c)

interest shall be paid at the Bank of Canada rate in effect on the later of: (i)

the date of enactment of this by-law, or

(ii)

the date of the last quarterly adjustment, in accordance with the provisions of Subsection (4).

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established by the Bank of Canada on that day and shall be adjusted quarter-yearly thereafter in January, April, July, and October to the rate established by the Bank of Canada on the day of adjustment. DEVELOPMENT CHARGE SCHEDULE INDEXING 17.

BY-LAW ADMINISTRATION 18.

The Municipal Treasurer shall administer this by-law.

SCHEDULES TO THE BY-LAW 19.

DATE BY-LAW EFFECTIVE 20.

This By-law shall continue in force and effect for a term not to exceed ten years from the date of its enactment unless it is repealed at an earlier date.

This By-law shall come into force and take effect on August 7, 2024.

BY-LAW REPEAL 22.

By-law No. 2019-48 is hereby repealed on the effective date this By-law comes into force.

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SHORT TITLE 23.

This by-law may be cited as the Development Charges By-law.

THIS By-law read a first time the 16th day of July, 2024. THIS By-law read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of July, 2024.

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

James Thompson, Clerk

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SCHEDULE “A” DESIGNATED MUNICIPAL SERVICES UNDER THIS BY-LAW Municipal-Wide Services •

Services Related to a Highway;

• •

Fire Protection Services; Policing Services;

• •

Parks and Recreation Services; Library Services; and

•

Waste Diversion.

Municipal-Wide Class of Services •

Growth-Related Studies

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SCHEDULE “B” SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES NON-RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL Services/Class of Services

Single and SemiDetached Dwelling

Other Multiples

Apartments Apartments - 2 (per sq.ft. of Gross Bachelor and 1 Bedrooms + Floor Area) Bedroom

Township-Wide Services Services Related to a Highway

8,041

6,699

5,216

3,598

5.07

Fire Protection Services

998

831

647

446

0.63

Policing Services

318

265

206

142

0.20

2,339

1,949

1,517

1,047

1.12

Library Services

161

134

104

0.08

Waste Diversion

0.01

966

805

627

432

0.61

$12,837

$10,695

$8,327

$5,744

$7.72

Parks and Recreation Services

Township-Wide Class of Services Growth-Related Studies Total Township-Wide Services/Class of Services

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Page 400 of 469 Township of South Frontenac By-Law Number 2024-54 Page 1 of 2 By-Law Number 2024-54 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 2003-75, AS AMENDED, TO REZONE LANDS FROM RURAL COMMERCIAL - 8 (RC-8) TO RURAL (RU) ON A PORTION OF LANDS DESCRIBED AS 7359 ROAD 38, CON 13 E PART LOT 9 E PART LOT 10, 13R2206 PART 1 RW, 13R2206 PART 2, 13R2637 PART 1, 13R7748 PARTS 1-8, DISTRICT OF PORTLAND: RIVENDELL GOLF CLUB Whereas pursuant to the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990 as amended, the Council of a Municipality may enact by-laws regulating the use of land and the erection, location and use of buildings and structures thereon; Whereas By-law 2003-75 being the Zoning By-law regulates the use of land and the erection, location and use of buildings and structures within the Township of South Frontenac; Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac considered all written and oral submissions received on this application, the effect of which helped Council make an informed decision; And that there be no further notice pursuant to Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act; Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

THAT Schedule “A” to Zoning By-law Number 2003-75 as amended, is hereby further amended by changing the zoning from Rural Commercial - 8 (RC-8) to Rural (RU) for the lands shown on Schedule “1”.
THIS BY-LAW shall come into force in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1990, as amended, either upon the date of passage or as otherwise provided by said Section 34. Given First and Second Readings: Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Given Third Reading and Passed: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

James Thompson, Clerk

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Subject:

Public Services Quarterly Update

Report Number:

2024-123

Summary The purpose of this report is to provide Council with the Public Services Department second quarter update. Recommendation This Report is for information purposes only. Background The Public Services Department will be providing quarterly updates to Council on department items that pertain to Council initiatives, the strategic plan, and capital & operating projects. Discussion/Analysis The department is actively working on the 2024 capital projects and the in-house construction projects started the first week of June. The attached capital project listing (Exhibit A) provides a summary of contract awards and estimated completion dates. A mild spring allowed for an early transition to the road maintenance program and gravel road grading and the placement of maintenance gravel began in April. The department maintains 195 KM of gravel road and has placed over 7,500 tonnes of new granular material this year. Dust suppression began the week of May 21st and was completed early June. The Township targets the last weekend of May to start the roadside mowing program and due to the weather the mowers were able to start early on May 21. The Township cuts over 1,500 KM of roadside grass and starts with a first cut on the arterial roads before mowing into the local roads. The Township tractors and contracted services are now working on local roads.

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Financial Implications None. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillars: Choose an item. Action Item (If Applicable): Insert Text

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation Manager of Engineering & Capital Projects Manager of Operations & Fleet Manager of Recreation & Facilities Attachments Exhibit A – Capital project sheet Approvals Submitted By:

Kyle Bolton, Director of Public Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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2024 Capital Works Q2 Update - Public Services Department PROJECT #

PROJECT NAME

STAFF CONTACT

AWARDED TO

FORECASTED COMPLETION

B. Kirk RUSH Truck Centre B. Kirk Hartington Equipment B. Kirk RUSH Truck Centre B. Kirk RUSH Truck Centre B. Kirk Finch Chevrolet B. Kirk Pats Auto Service B. Kirk Petrie Ford Sales B. Kirk Hartington Equipment K. Bolton Trackmatics Inc

2024/2025 Q4 2024 2024/2025 2024/2025 COMPLETE Q2 COMPLETE Q2 COMPLETE Q2 COMPLETE Q2 COMPLETE Q2

Canoe Procurement Group Contract. Ordered. Equipment ordered. Canoe Procurement Group Contract. Ordered. Canoe Procurement Group Contract. Ordered. Trucks received and in service. Attachments received. Truck received and in service. Attachment received and in service. All fleet vehicles converted to new system.

T. Dunlop Ambashi /GGG T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop N/A T. Dunlop DW Building Restoration T. Dunlop HP Engineering T. Dunlop Marathon Underground K. Bolton Greer Galloway Group T. Dunlop Greer Galloway Group T. Dunlop Greer Galloway Group T. Dunlop D M Wills T. Dunlop TBD T. Dunlop Crains Construction T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop Egis/GGG T. Dunlop Robinson Consulting T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop Safe Roads Engineering T. Dunlop Jewell Engineering T. Dunlop Jewell Engineering T. Dunlop The Miller Group T. Dunlop City of Kingston T. Dunlop City of Kingston T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop Miller Paving Ltd. T. Dunlop Atkins Realis/Jewell T. Dunlop Township Forces T. Dunlop HP Engineering T. Dunlop DM Wills

2024/2025 Q4 2024 Q4 2024 Q4 2024 Q4 2025 Q4 2024 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q2 2024 ON HOLD Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Q4 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 COMPLETED Q2 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q1 2025 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024

RVCA Approvals / Transport Canada Notices Outstanding Reviewing Site Candidates (3 New Lights) Design 2024 Transfer to Reserve at Year End Awarded to DW Building Restoration Services Inc. / July Start Up Design complete. Permits required. Construction 2025 Awarded to Marathon Underground Constructors Inc. / July Start Up Geotechnical complete. CRCA Consulted. Fall guiderail replacement. Design by Greer Galloway 2024. Permits needed CRCA/DFO. Construction 2025. Awarded to Crains Construction Ltd. / Aug Mobilization Detailed Design - D. M Wills / Quinte Permit & DFO Review Underway Advancement of Master Plan pending wrap up of Township Official Plan Awarded to Crains Construction Ltd. / July Mobilization Geotechnical Complete. In House Construction, Started June 10th Geotechnical Complete. In House Construction, Started June 10th Geotechnical work completed. Tender Aug - Construction Fall 2024 Public Meeting - summer / Fall maintenance project pending Council approval Burridge & Garrett complete - Ramparts Rd late summer 2024 Council update May 21,2024. Open House completed June 26th - Comment period Survey work completed. Geotechnical required. Survey work completed. Stormwater review complete. Awaiting response. Awarded to the Miller Group / July Mobilization Boundary Road/City led contract. Deficiency repair July. Boundary Road/City led contract. Completed in June DST Tendered. In House Construction, Started June 17th DST Tendered. In House Construction, Started June 10th Awarded to Miller Paving Ltd. / Spring Mobilization Complete Survey Jewell/Geotech Atkins Realis (Craig Rd and Florida Rd) In House Construction, Commence June 10th Willis Kerr Contracting Ltd. April 11, 2024 / Paving Complete No activity on project at present. Fall project

COMMENTS

FLEET

23-71 23-77 24-21 24-22 24-23 24-23 24-24 24-25 24-26

Tandem Dump Truck/Plow Snow Blower Attachment Tandem Plow Truck Tandem Roller Pro Truck Two (2) 1-Ton Trucks for Plow and Sanding (PS-2024-03) Two (2) 1-Ton Sander Units 3-Ton Truck with Dump Box and Power Lift (PS-2024-08) Front Broom Attachment AVL - Light Duty Installs

ROADS INFRASTRUCTURE

19-R05 21-R08 21-R09 22-17 22-18 22-19 22-58 23-46A 23-46B 23-46C 23-49 23-50A 23-50B 23-50C 23-50D 23-51 23-52 23-56 23-91 23-92 24-32 24-33 24-34 24-38 24-39 24-40 24-41 24-43 24-44 24-46

Fish Creek Road Bridge Streetlights (includes 18-17/19-14/20-20) / Streetlight Program Arterial Reserve (Road 38 Transfer) 12th Con Bridge (B32) Repair Eagle Creek Culvert (B31) Design Opinicon Road Culvert (C12) (PS-2023-20) Buck Lake Accident Shale Road Culvert Bracken Culvert (PS-2024-02) Claire Road Culvert Transportation Master Plan Bedford Road - Double Surface Treatment Greenfield Road - Double Surface Treatment Ormsbee Road - Double Surface Treatment Perth Road Reconstruction (Loughborough Lake) Pleasant Valley Municipal Drain - Drainage Act Maintenance Gravel Road Granular Renewal Road 38 Preliminary Design Notre Dame Sidewalk Road 38 / Boyce Road Sidewalk Microsurfacing - Bellrock Road (PS-2024-04) Orser Road - Double Surface Treatment Spooner Road - Double Surface Treatment Kerr Road - Double Surface Treatment Tom Watson Road - Double Surface Treatment Surface Treatment (LCB) Preservation Pre-Engineering Roads 2025 Devil Lake Road - Gravel Road Program Sydenham Lake Bridge and Dam Long Swamp Bridge Study

FACILITIES

Town Hall - Accessible Entrance Ramp & Front Step New Firehall - Replacing Station 8 Town Hall Expansion Design Town Hall Expansion Construction Town Hall Expansion Relocation Verona Medical Clinic - Construction 2nd floor accessible entrance

T. Laprade T. Laprade Bourgon Construction K. Bolton C&K Architects K. Bolton T. Laprade T. Laprade

Q3 2023 Complete Q3 Q3 2024 Q3 2025 Q4 2023

Deficiencies being managed as part of TH renovations Final deficiencies completed Issued for construction package schedule for July Public tender scheduled for July Project Cancelled

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20-27 21-01 23-08 23-08A 23-08B 23-60

23-66 23-67 24-51 24-51 24-52 24-52 24-54 24-55 24-56 24-57 24-58 24-59 24-82 24-83 24-84 24-86 24-87

Building Condition Assessment Update Fabric Roof Panels (3) - Keeley Road Sand/Salt Dome Storrington Centre Upgrades - Replace Roof Storrington Centre Upgrades - Pave Parking Lot Bedford Garage Equipment Upgrades (Heated Pressure Washer) Bedford Garage Equipment Upgrades (Oil/Water Separator System) Keeley Road Patrol Yard Waste Oil Disposal Sydenham Point Accessible Washroom Upgrades Centennial Park - New Accessible Washroom Design and Build Centennial Park - Renovations to Existing Canteen/Washrooms Harris Park Hall Flooring Replacement Glendower Hall Interior Design Plans Station 5 Exterior Upgrades Station 4 Flooring Demolish Piccadilly Sand/Salt Storage Facility Stage Coach Demolition (Residential) Storrington Renovations Admin Offices

T. Laprade T. Laprade Barrett’s Farm T. Laprade T. Laprade Greer Galloway T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade K. Bolton Environmentall K. Bolton T. Laprade

Q4 2023 Q3 2023

Completed Q2 Q4 2024 Q3 2024

Working to get design specifications to meet AODA Standards Work on proposal has not commenced Specifications almost complete and will be tendered in the next two weeks Project has been awarded and will take place late Summer Work on proposal has not commenced Getting quotes. Need to confirm priorities with Fire Getting quotes. Need to confirm priorities with Fire Emergency demolition completed. Scheduled to be completed before winter Contract awarded and scheduled to be completed in advance of the office relocation

T. Dunlop T. Dunlop T. Dunlop T. Dunlop

Utilities Kingston Utilities Kingston TBD Utilities Kingston

COMPLETE Q2 Q4 2024 Q2 2025 Q4 2024

Station installed and open to Public April 15, 2024. Materials received Q1 2024. Replacements at Water Plant scheduled Oct 2024. Project to be initiated in 2024. Deadline for completion March 2026. Various activities at water plant and distribution system

Township Forces / Ubcon Craine’s/Wallen’s Sierra Planning

Q4 2023 COMPLETE Q3 Q4 2023

Q3 2024 Complete Q2 Q4 2024 Q4 2024

Project awarded to Accent Building Sciences and in progress Work to be completed in July Completed Design 80%. Construction July - August Heated Pressure washer purchased and on site Need to hire consultant to design a system outside

SYDENHAM WATER

18-18 22-53 22-54 24-61

Water Hauling Station SCADA & PLC (2023-2024) Serpentine Piping (2024-2025) Sydenham Drinking Water System Misc RECREATION

19-54 20-41 22-38 22-43 22-44 23-80 23-83 23-84 23-86 23-103 23-105 24-60 24-66 24-67 24-68 24-69 24-70 24-71 24-72 24-74 24-75 24-80

Storrington Centre Upgrades Davidson Beach - Access Road to swim area McMullen - Verona Court Project Consulting Fee - User Fee & Facility Allocation Policy Recreation Software Boat Launch/Water Access Review Glendower Heritage Garden Storrington Centre Audio Equipment Centennial Park Accessible Washrooms - Design work Princess Anne Repairs McMullen Park Building Remediation Sydenham Point Field Score clock Power Centennial Park Walkway Connections McMullen Park - Parking Lot Paving & Storage Bunker Keeley Bowes Diamond Upgrades (Accessibility) Glendower Court Basketball Nets Bellrock and Petworth Mill Parkette Designs Petworth Mill Wall Cap and Repairs Shipyards Boat Ramp Rehabilitation New Picnic Tables McMullen Park Beach and Washroom Building Upgrades Centennial Park Courts and Electrical Improvements

T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade T. Laprade

Q4 2023 Q3 2023 Q3 2023 Q4 2023

J&J Landscape

Jewell Morven Construction Greer Galloway

Q4 2024 COMPLETE Q2 Q4 2024

Project completed Contractor Mobilizing late July. Project Completed Q3 2023 Study underway with report to Council in the Fall Annual Project Scope developed and awaiting quote Completed Completed Work on proposal has not commenced Work completed in 2023 with potential further work to be completed in Fall 2024 Work complete Work contracted Accessible design to be completed July. Construction September/October Awarded to Morven Construction. Substantial on June 20, 2024 Accessible design to be completed July. Construction September/October Completed

Q4 2024 TBD

Q4 2024

Draft tender underway. Design - Build proposal. Completed Completed Scheduled for July (Courts) and September/October (Electrical)

Q4 2024 Q2 2025

Design 80%. Tender Summer, Fall Construction Signs manufactured Gorway Group Inc. / RFQ installs beginning Fall 2024 Awaiting resolution of Cost Sharing Agreement

MISCELLANEOUS

Gateway Signage - 2022 - 2025 Wayfinding Sign Fabrication and Installation 14 Island Lake Dam Refurbishment

K. Bolton TBD K. Bolton Gorway Group Inc. K. Bolton D. M. Wills

TBD

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22-02 23-12 24-05

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer

Date of Meeting:

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Subject:

Preliminary Financials for 2023

Report Number:

2024-105

Summary The report provides a summary of the capital and operating budget vs actuals for the year ended December 31, 2023. Recommendation This Report is for information only. Background The Township sets its annual budget typically at the end of the previous calendar year or early into the current year. State of infrastructure, professional estimates, the current legislative environment, macroeconomic trends such as currency fluctuations, commodity prices, inflationary trends and other local information available at the time are significant inputs to the budget. The Township’s budget is primarily funded by property taxes, with certain expenditures funded by specific non levy sources such as Building Permit Fees and Water Billing Revenue. Discussion/Analysis The Township ended the year 2023 with a 1.2% deficit of $321,441 in the operating budget. Attached as Exhibit A to this report is the 2023 operating summary comparing budget with the actuals. The key variances are highlighted in bold in the exhibit. Capital Projects: Of the approved projects of $11.7 million, taxation as a funding source made up $2.4 million. A complete listing of capital projects along with their status – complete or carried over is shown in Exhibit B.

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Financial Implications 2023 was affected by the higher than anticipated inflationary increases or breakdowns related to facilities and vehicle Staff was diligent in finding savings and repurposing available funds as best possible. As per the final tax rate bylaw, the deficit will be funded from the Working Funds Reserve. Relationship to Strategic Plan ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillars: Choose an item. Action Item (If Applicable): n/a

Climate Considerations ☒ Not applicable to this report. ☐ This initiative supports climate change mitigation/adaption efforts in South Frontenac; and/or impacts the Township’s resilience to climate change. Notice/Consultation CAO Financial Analyst Attachments Exhibit A – Operating Budget vs Actuals for the year ended December 31, 2023. Exhibit B – Capital Projects Financial Status as at the end of 2023. Approvals Submitted By:

Arundhati Mohile, CPA CMA, Director of Corporate Services & Treasurer Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

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Exhibit A

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC For the Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2023

2023 Year Budget

2023 YTD Actuals

Property Taxation

21,890,699

21,773,779

User Charges

1,317,144

1,495,487

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YTD Actual vs Budget Variance

REVENUE

Licenses, Permits and Rents

1,704,485

1,524,571

Government Grants Grants from Other Municipalities

2,125,102 0

2,100,669 3,326

359,000

1,739,235

370,000 0 0 487,507 28,253,937

366,270 72,023 182,232 447,266 29,704,857

(116,920) Allowance for unrecoverable taxes $52,421 Committees of Council $92,829, Administrative 178,343 Penalties $26,752, Planning fees $20,429 Partial year for Part 8 services $69,807, building (179,914) permits $87,499 (24,433) 3,326 Bank and investment interest $823,758, Market 1,380,235 adjusment investments (3,730) 72,023 Committees of Council $38,214 182,232 Sale of Land, equipment (transferred to reserve) (40,241) 1,450,920

6,199,592

6,439,760 83,632 143,046 6,213,082

240,168 83,632 143,046 13,490 Audit fees $10,897 - new contract

1,996,491

2,218,565 14,501

222,074 14,501

1,996,491

2,204,064

207,573

Police 2,865,302 Conservation Authorities 271,271 Protective Inspections and Cont 133,173 Emergency Measures 2,750 Building Department 1,386,661 Transfer to Reserve - Operating Transfer to Reserve - Fleet sale Net Operating - Building 1,386,661 Transportation Services Roadway Maintenance 5,287,884 Transfer to Reserve - Fleet sale Transfer to Reserve - Investment Interest

2,897,106 294,907 171,446 1,629 1,467,094 114,612 2,910 1,349,573

31,804 Prior year reconciliation 23,635 Quinte Conservation 38,273 By law contract and legal (1,121) 80,434 114,612 2,910 (37,088)

5,738,130 69,756 135,105

450,246 69,756 135,105

5,287,884

5,533,269

245,385

2,369,180 2,369,180

2,369,180 46,490 2,322,690

0 46,490 (46,490)

411,312 155,135 256,177

607,209 293,942 313,267

3,025,655

3,272,296

Parks, Recreation Committees of Council

1,053,773

1,291,884 137,855

Net Operating-Parks, Recreation

1,053,773

1,154,029

Cemeteries Planning and Development Total Expenses TOTAL

70,934 737,958 25,811,936 (2,442,001)

102,580 712,511 27,449,192 (2,120,560)

Investment Income Penalties and Interest on taxes Donations Other Transfer from Reserves/Reserve Fund Total Revenues

OPERATING EXPENSE General Government Transfer to Reserve - land sale Transfer to Reserve -Interest FGT Net Operating General Governmen Protection to Persons and Property Fire Transfer to Reserve - Fleet sale Net Operating - Fire

Net Roadway Maintenance Winter Control Transfer to Reserve Net Winter Control Environmental Services Water System Transfer to Reserve Net Operating - Water Solid Waste Management

2023-12-31 1 of 1

6,199,592

Vehicle maintenance $119,401, wages $80,166 (funded from reserves)

Pavement marking 98,673 (funded from reserves), Wages - offset from Winter Control

195,896 138,807 57,089 Contracted Services - UK Recycling and garbage collection costs 246,640 $136,800, Portland landfill export $31,968 238,111 137,855 offset by donation and user fees revenues Community Support $34,038, Recreation Building 100,256 and Parks maintenance 31,646 Grass cutting $16,000, other maintenance $9,595 (25,447) 1,637,256 321,441

Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

Project *

23-01 23-02 23-22 23-23 23-24 23-25 23-26 23-27

VFF Recruitment New 2500gal Tanker Community Risk Assessment / Master Fire Plan Hose and Appliances Bunker Gear Replacement Ice Water Rescue Equipment Renewal Firefighting Particulate Balaclava Spartan Pumper

Total Project

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Previous Year CARRYOVERS))

2023 Actuals

Variance

Year End Status

72,500 50,000 16,000 157,680 175,000 80,460 25,000 25,439 75,000 30,000 220,000 85,000 800,000 425,000 525,000 2,762,079

50,479 5,830 16,000 96,983 175,000 70,400 25,000 25,439 75,000 30,000 113,333 67,696 266,667 425,000 525,000 1,967,828

0 0 5,724 17,368 0 36,801 0 26,196 76,146 0 0 58,120 0 427,226 10,000 657,580

50,479 Carryover 5,830 Carryover 10,276 Carryover 79,615 Carryover 175,000 Carryover 33,600 Carryover 25,000 Carryover -757 Completed -1,146 Completed 30,000 Carryover 113,333 Carryover 9,576 Completed 266,667 Carryover -2,226 Completed 515,000 Carryover 1,310,247

375,000 75,000

39,922 75,000

6,954 0

32,968 Completed 75,000 Carryover

137,000 621,500 55,000 20,000 25,000 54,000 19,500 50,000

131,837 621,500 55,000 20,000 25,000 54,000 19,500 50,000

120,592 617,031 0 18,530 18,675 0 18,573 41,314

11,245

Carryover 4,469 Completed 55,000 Carryover 1,470 Carryover 6,325 Carryover 54,000 Carryover 927 Completed 8,686 Completed

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21-03 22-07

CORPORATE SERVICES Asset Management Software & Document Update Budgeting software incl reporting, self serve and metrics LiDar Imagery Digital Modernization & Workflow Improvements Senior & Affordable Housing - Project Design & Management Payroll Digitization Climate Change Adaption / Mitigation Strategy Strategic Plan Update Digitization Records Project Audio Visual System - Council Chambers and Backup Gateway Signage -2022 - 2025 Wayfinding Strategy / Plan Wayfinding Sign Fabrication and Installation - 2023 - 2025 Campbell Road Property Stage Coach Road Property subtotal FIRE Rapid Response Unit x 5 -2021(2) & 2022(3) 16ft 40HP Aluminum - Marine Unit

19-06 20-02 22-04 22-05 22-06 22-47 23-03 23-05 23-09 23-10 22-02 22-59 23-12 23-93 23-94

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Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

Project *

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Total Project Previous Year CARRYOVERS)) 550,000 550,000 1,982,000 1,641,758

2023 Actuals

Variance

Year End Status

559,675 1,401,344

-9,675 Carryover 240,414

300,000 63,197 400,000 600,000 63,197 69,000 28,000 225,000 430,000 48,000 63,197 75,000 28,000 6,500 30,000 85,000 40,000 50,000 430,000 625,000 3,659,091

141,626 63,197 240,629 297,313 63,197 69,000 28,000 225,000 430,000 48,000 63,197 75,000 28,000 6,500 30,000 85,000 40,000 50,000 430,000 625,000 3,038,658

162,600 63,256 167,417 246,581 63,256 72,813 27,820 235,400 0 48,627 63,246 72,783 27,712 6,459 0 86,531 37,456 49,677 0 0 1,431,632

-20,975 Completed -59 Completed 73,212 Completed 50,732 Completed -59 Completed -3,813 Completed 180 Completed -10,400 Completed 430,000 Carryover -627 Completed -49 Completed 2,217 Completed 288 Completed 41 Completed 30,000 Carryover -1,531 Completed 2,544 Completed 323 Completed 430,000 Carryover 625,000 Carryover 1,607,026

818,900 1,550,000

130,146 1,495,289

17,417 18,912

112,729 Completed 1,476,377 Carryover

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Pumper Replacement subtotal PUBLIC SERVICES FLEET 21-18 Tandem Dump Truck 21-19 Half Ton Truck 21-36A Tri-axle 22-01 Preorder Two Tandems (2023 delivery) 22-15 Half Ton Truck 22-16 1 Ton Truck (Originally 3/4 Ton Truck) 22-16A Plow and Sander 23-70 Bulldozer 23-71 Tandem Dump Truck/Plow 23-72 72-Asphalt Hot Box 23-73 1/2 Ton Truck 23-74 1 Ton Truck (Originally 3/4 Ton Truck) 23-74A Plow and Sander 23-75 Tandem Axle Utility Trailer 23-77 Snow Blower Attachment 23-78 Light Duty SUVs (2) 23-31 Light Duty Vehicle Hoist 23-34 Automatic Vehicle Location System (AVL) 24-21 Tandem Plow Truck 24-22 Tandem Roller-Pro Truck subtotal ROADS INFRASTRUCTURE 20-R01 Buck Bay Road Bridge 19-R05 Fish Creek Road Bridge 24-14

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Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

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Township of South Frontenac 2023 Capital Budget Update To December 31, 2023

Project *

3,312,711 175,576 29,500 14,800 5,000 190,000 50,000 50,000 859,300 78,000 985,716 0 3,800,000 665,917 913,885 577,200 20,000 22,000 18,000 40,000 50,000 21,600 3,200 9,700 10,500 16,500 300,000 22,000 13,500

2023 Actuals 3,116,310 182,656 2,690 1,469 0 6,408 4,223 0 13,250 27,790 932,848 18,937 3,436,153 708,948 977,253 566,932 15,925 20,657 5,342 0 0 12,649 2,595 3,429 5,241 4,586 249,496 17,497 12,481

Variance

Year End Status

2,216 Completed -11,700 Completed 26,810 Carryover 13,331 Carryover 5,000 Completed 121,545 Carryover 45,777 Carryover 32,739 Carryover 829,212 Carryover 43,723 Completed 39,615 Completed -18,937 Carryover 363,847 Completed -43,031 Completed -63,369 Completed 10,268 Completed 4,075 Carryover 1,343 Carryover 12,658 Carryover 40,000 Cancelled 50,000 Carryover 8,951 Carryover 605 Carryover 6,271 Carryover 5,259 Carryover 11,914 Carryover 50,504 Carryover 4,503 Completed 1,019 Completed

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21-R01 Battersea Road 21-R06 Battersea - New Sidewalks / Sidewalk Construction 23-91 Notre Dame Sidewalk (Design) 23-92 Road 38/Boyce Road Sidewalk (Design) 21-R07 Guiderail Program 21-R08 Streetlights (includes 18-17/19-14/20-20) / Streetlight Program 22-17 12th Con Bridge (B32) Repair 22-18 Eagle Creek Culvert (B31) Design 22-19 Opinicon Road Culvert (C12) Design 22-20 Burego Lane Culverts (B6) Replacement 22-29 Alton Road West (Design - Local Rds) 22-58 Buck Lake Accident 23-40 Sunbury Road (Battersea Rd to Factory Rd) 23-42 North Shore Road (Hewlett Packard Road to Convery Lane) 23-43 Surface Treatment (LCB) Preservation 23-44 Culvert Replacement Wilmer Road 23-46A Shale Road Culvert 23-46B Bracken Culvert 23-46C Claire Road Culvert 23-46D Maynard Bridge 23-49 Transportation Master Plan 23-50A Bedford Road (Pre-Engineering Roads 2024) 23-50B Greenfield Road (Pre-Engineering Roads 2024) 23-50C Ormsbee Road (Pre-Engineering Roads 2024) 23-50D Perth Road (Pre-Engineering Roads 2024) 23-51 Pleasant Valley Municipal Drain - Drainage Act Maintenance 23-52 Gravel Road Granular Renewal 23-53 Sydenham Drinking Water System 23-55 Traffic Counter Units

Total Project

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Previous Year CARRYOVERS)) 3,118,525 170,956 29,500 14,800 5,000 127,953 50,000 32,739 842,461 71,513 972,462 0 3,800,000 665,917 913,885 577,200 20,000 22,000 18,000 40,000 50,000 21,600 3,200 9,700 10,500 16,500 300,000 22,000 13,500

Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

Project *

23-56 Road 38 Preliminary Design 21-R09 Arterial Reserve (Road 38 - Reserve Transfer) 23-30 Electronic Portable Message Boards 23-33 Speed Monitoring Radar Sensor (OPP) subtotal FACILITIES 20-27 23-08 21-33 21-01 23-63 21-37 22-35 22-32

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Township of South Frontenac 2023 Capital Budget Update To December 31, 2023

300,000 300,000 68,528 3,583,547 120,000 70,000 70,000 265,000

Total Project

2023 Actuals

Variance

Year End Status

70,215 270,000 58,172 6,217 10,786,697

49,785 Carryover 0 Completed 1,828 Completed 783 Completed 3,235,648

65,617 300,000 34,266 780,308 120,000 62,717 58,296 222,471

0 93,739 15,160 766,904 95,914 65,481 70,567 226,839

65,617 Carryover 206,261 Carryover 19,105 Carryover 13,404 Carryover 24,086 Completed -2,764 Completed -12,271 Completed -4,369 Completed

115,000 80,000 20,000 60,000 70,000 50,750 15,000 18,603 15,000 5,221,428

104,028 80,000 15,285 60,000 70,000 50,750 15,000 18,603 15,000 2,072,340

102,607 48,442 14,196 0 0 71,307 12,232 11,351 11,351 1,606,091

1,421 Completed 31,558 Carryover 1,090 Completed 60,000 Carryover 70,000 Carryover -20,557 Completed 2,768 Completed 7,252 Completed 3,649 Completed 466,250

95,000 275,000

13,708 275,000

3,498 68,582

10,210 Carryover 206,418 Carryover

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Town Hall - Accessible Entrance Ramp & Front Step Town Hall Expansion Design Admin Office Location Expansion Feasibility Study New Firehall - Replacing Station 8 Sydenham - Station 5 - Renovations/Repairs Petworth Mill Improvements Bellrock Mill Improvements New Monitoring Wells & Land / Water Rights Purchase Storrington Yard - Fabric Replacement on Sand Dome / Storrington Yard 22-33 Fabric Replacement on Salt Dome 23-67 Fabric Roof Panels (3) - Keeley Road Sand/Salt Dome 22-36 New Docks - Battersea Village 23-60 Verona Medical Clinic - Construction 2nd floor accessible entrance 23-66 Building Condition Assesment Update 23-65A Storrington Yard Fuel System 23-65B Fuel Management System - Bedford 23-65C Fuel Management System - Keeley 23-65D Fuel Management System - Portland subtotal SYDENHAM WATER 18-18 Water Hauling Station & Mill Pond Drinking Station 22-53 SCADA & PLC (2023-2024)

120,000 270,000 60,000 7,000 15,080,504

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Previous Year CARRYOVERS)) 120,000 270,000 60,000 7,000 14,022,345

Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

22-54

20-41 19-54 21-25 22-38 22-39 22-43 22-44 23-80 23-83 23-89

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Township of South Frontenac 2023 Capital Budget Update To December 31, 2023

Project * Serpentine Piping (2024-2025) subtotal RECREATION Davidson Beach - Access Road to swim area Storrington Centre Upgrades Battersea Park Gates McMullen - Verona Court Project Centennial Multipurpose Facility Two Cover / Roof Consulting Fee - User Fee & Facility Allocation Policy Recreation Software Boat Launch/Water Access Review Glendower Heritage Garden Glendower Community Court Renewal

2023 Actuals

Variance

Year End Status

0 72,080

700,000 Carryover 916,628

50,000 822,309 10,000 486,323 364,878 49,720 39,554 25,000 20,000 154,522

50,000 103,265 10,000 481,594 274,705 49,720 23,346 25,000 20,000 154,522

0 63,506 0 475,585 310,947 45,485 7,162 0 10,157 154,522

50,000 Carryover 39,759 Carryover 10,000 Cancelled 6,009 Carryover -36,243 Completed 4,235 Carryover 16,184 Carryover 25,000 Carryover 9,843 Carryover 0 Completed

10,000 10,000 40,000 5,000 20,000 91,000 33,000 15,000 52,500 25,000 2,323,805

10,000 10,000 40,000 5,000 20,000 91,000 33,000 15,000 52,500 25,000 1,493,650

8,563 19,119 29,218 0 15,737 88,433 42,786 6,848 58,860 5,164 1,342,091

1,437 Completed -9,119 Carryover 10,782 Completed 5,000 Carryover 4,263 Completed 2,567 Completed -9,786 Completed 8,152 Carryover -6,360 Completed 19,836 Carryover 151,559

176,000 15,000 100,000

39,448 15,000 100,000

32,868 0 83,873

6,580 Carryover 15,000 Carryover 16,127 Carryover

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23-87 Glendower Park: Removal of Old Equipment 23-84 Storrington Centre Audio Equipment 23-85 Storrington Centre Exterior Renovations 23-86 Centennial Park Accessible Washrooms - Design work 23-88 Purchase of materials for Picnic Tables 23-100 Centennial Park Playground Renewal 23-101 Inverary Playground Equipment Replacement 23-103 Princess Anne Repairs 23-104 Cenntennial Park Diamond and Soccer Bleacher Replace. 23-105 McMullen Park Building Remediation subtotal DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 19-60 Official Plan 21-16 Development of Subdivision / Condo Standards 21-17 Servicing Options Study

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Total Project Previous Year CARRYOVERS)) 700,000 700,000 1,070,000 988,708

Appendix B

2023 Capital Project

22-60 23-04 23-90 23-06 23-07 23-11

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Township of South Frontenac 2023 Capital Budget Update To December 31, 2023

Project * Napanee River Lakes Study Updated Floodplain Mapping New Building Vehicle New Building Vehicle Zoning Bylaw Update Community Planning Permit System Development Services Records subtotal Total

Total Project 79,900 45,000 65,000 125,000 25,000 51,623 682,523 32,781,430

2023 Original Budget ((REVISED WITH Previous Year CARRYOVERS)) 79,900 45,000 65,000 125,000 25,000 51,623 545,971 25,771,259

2023 Actuals 59,925 0 0 0 0 60,307 236,973 17,534,489

Variance

Year End Status

19,975 Carryover 45,000 Carryover 65,000 Carryover 125,000 Carryover 25,000 Carryover -8,684 Complete 308,998 8,236,770

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To:

Council

From:

Director, Public Services

Date of Meeting:

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Subject:

New DriveON program for Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations

Report Number:

2024-117

Summary The purpose of this report is to provide Council information on the changes to the Ministry of Transportations Motor Vehicle Inspection Station program for annual inspections on commercial vehicles. Recommendation This Report is for information purposes only. Background The Township is currently registered as a Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS) with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and can perform annual inspections on commercial vehicles in house with staff holding a valid certificate of qualification with Skilled Trades Ontario. The annual inspections are required on the Townships dump trucks, 1 Ton and ¾ Ton trucks, and trailers. In 2022, the MTO started Phase 1 of the new DriveON program that combined the MVIS program and heavy-duty diesel vehicle emissions testing program into a single digital inspection program. The new program will require annual inspections to be completed digitally with a tablet device and software issued by a company called Parsons Inc., who is the third-party provider of this service on behalf of the MTO. The new program is set to commence on August 1, 2024 and existing MVIS who have not applied by July 31, 2024 will no longer be able to conduct annual inspections and will have to wait until the next phase of onboarding after December 31, 2024 to apply.

Discussion/Analysis Enrollment for Phase 2 of the DriveON program opened in May 2024 for current MVIS facilities and the Township has completed the application and ordered the required equipment to perform the annual inspections. The onboarding process for the new program will begin once the application is approved by the MTO. www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number: 2024-117

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The DriveON program will allow the Township to perform emissions testing (e-tests) on the heavy-duty diesel vehicles. E-tests are required annually on all heavy-duty diesel vehicles seven years of age and older. The equipment required to perform the e-tests costs an additional $4,595 but for comparison last year there were 12 trucks requiring e-tests at a cost of $185 per unit. Bringing this service in house will pay for itself in two years and save staff time coordinating trucks for an e-test by a third-party inspection centre. The equipment for e-tests is currently on back order and we will be notified once it is available for purchase. The Director of Public Services has entered into the following agreements under delegated authority: • •

DriveON Program Performance Contract for Private Fleet Vehicle Inspection Centre with the Ministry of Transportation Equipment Purchase and Maintenance Agreement with Parsons Inc.

Financial Implications A detailed breakdown of the estimated costs is provided below and will be funded from the 2024 operating budget. To help support the industry with the costs of the transition to the new program the MTO is providing one complimentary inspection tablet valued at $1,399 to all currently licensed MVIS facilities.

ACTIVITY

COST ($)

Hardware for annual inspections

$ 2,827.00

Hardware for emission testing

$ 4,595.00

Additional miscellaneous accessories

$1,500.00

Credit for complimentary inspection tablet

-$1,399.00

Total estimated cost

$ 7,523.00

Relationship to Strategic Plan ☐ Not applicable to this report. ☒ This initiative adheres to the following strategic pillars and directions of the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. • •

Pillars: Municipal Service Excellence Action Item (If Applicable):

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

Township of South Frontenac Staff Report Number: 2024-117

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Kyle Bolton, Director of Public Services Approved By:

Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer

www.southfrontenac.net South Frontenac is a welcoming and thriving rural community.

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Newsletter June 2024

The EOWC Releases Municipal Infrastructure Policy Paper

Under its number one strategic priority of infrastructure, the EOWC has released the regional 2024 Municipal Infrastructure Policy Paper. This paper covers key infrastructure data and recommendations from across the region. The information will support Eastern Ontario’s municipal policy and program advocacy, applications for government funding, and future partnerships around infrastructure that will help enable the region’s prosperity and housing for all. Additionally, the paper will shape the advocacy initiatives as part of the infrastructure priority in the EOWC’s 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. Find the news release here.

Key Takeaways

Download the Policy Paper

The EOWC Delivers Strategic Plan

The EOWC has released the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. Through collaboration and consolidated feedback among representatives of member municipalities, the EOWC identifies three strategic priorities that will guide its decision-making and advocacy focus for the next three years: · Infrastructure investment

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· Housing for all · Health care access “Reliable infrastructure systems and facilities to foster growth, a range of housing options that are affordable and meet the needs of all people, and access to health care services are critically important to people living, raising families, and building businesses in Eastern Ontario,” says EOWC Chair Peter Emon. “This strategic plan is a blueprint for ensuring that we all work together to ensure those needs are met for residents of rural Eastern Ontario, now and into the future.” Read the news release here. Download the Full Plan

Recent Events

Eastern Ontario Housing Summit The EOWC was pleased to attend and be a key partner at the Eastern Ontario Housing Summit in partnership with the Ontario Home Builders' Association on May 28, 2024 in the City of Ottawa. With representation from over 35 municipalities, and attendance by MPs, MPPs, housing sector experts, and home builders from Eastern Ontario, the event was a true success representing cross-sector collaboration. The EOWC is proud of the ongoing partnership we have built with Eastern Ontario Home Builders. Special thanks to Eastern Regional Chairs Glenn Evans and Pierre Dufresne. Special thanks to all who attended our ‘Housing in Smaller Municipalities’ panel, which explored: The EOWC’s regional housing and infrastructure advocacy,

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presented by Chair Peter Emon and Manager Meredith StaveleyWatson; The County of Frontenac’s municipal communal services corporation, presented by CAO Kevin Farrell; The All-Together Housing non-profit-private-public partnerships to create socially inclusive and economically diverse communities, presented by All-Together President, Bob Cottrell, and Springdale Development President, Philip Spry.

The EOWC Attends Peterborough Day at Queen’s Park The EOWC attended Peterborough Day at Queen’s Park, led by our Vice-Chair, Bonnie Clark, Warden of Peterborough County, and hosted by MPP Dave Smith! We were pleased to be showcased alongside the Peterborough County and City of Peterborough as part of the region’s innovative businesses and organizations. We shared our 2024-2027 Strategic Plan and had meaningful conversations around priorities with the many Ministers, MPPs and provincial staff in attendance.

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The EOWC Board of Directors Meeting at Base 31 The EOWC was pleased to host our Board of Directors meeting at Base 31 in Prince Edward County in May to discuss regional priorities. EOWC members enjoyed touring Base 31 as a world-renowned cultural tourism destination right here in Eastern Ontario. We were especially impressed with the museum display of the Lancaster bomber from the Second World War!

EOWC Advocacy

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities launches Municipal Growth Framework The FCM just launched a paper championing a new Municipal Growth Framework to help Canadian Municipalities address our most pressing national challenges – aging infrastructure, climate change, public safety, housing and homelessness. The EOWC fully supports the call for all levels of government to come together and negotiate a bold new Municipal Growth Framework. Learn more here. Visit our Website

EORN Update

What’s new with EORN? The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN), the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and Rogers Communications recently announced that Rogers 5G mobile services are now available in 21 communities across Eastern Ontario. Forty-two new cell towers and four additional upgrades to existing sites are completed, and now offer Rogers 5G mobile services to residents, businesses and visitors.

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Learn more and see if Rogers 5G mobile services are available in your area here.

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Upcoming Events

AMO Annual Conference The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference will return to the City of Ottawa from August 18 – 21, 2024. This year’s conference includes a celebration of AMO’s 125th anniversary. The EOWC looks forward to meeting with provincial officials, networking with the 444 municipalities represented, and advocating for issues and solutions related to our strategic priorities.

Connect With Us on LinkedIn and X

About the EOWC The EOWC is a regional non-profit organization representing 13 upper and single-tier municipalities across Eastern Ontario. The EOWC supports and advocates on behalf of 103 municipalities and nearly 800,000 residents. The EOWC covers an area of approximately 50,000 square kilometers from Northumberland County to the Québec border. The EOWC has gained support and momentum by speaking with a united voice to champion regional municipal priorities and work with government, business leaders, the media, and the public. Visit the EOWC’s website at eowc.org.

Connect with the EOWC 2024 Chair, Warden of Renfrew County, Peter Emon 2024 Vice-Chair, Warden of Peterborough County, Bonnie Clark

Manager of Government Relations and Policy, Meredith Staveley-Watson info@eowc.org

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Meredith Staveley-Watson, Manager of Government Relations and Policy | 235 Pinnacle Street | Belleville, ON K8N 3A9 CA Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

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Memorandum To: From: Date: RE:

Watershed Municipalities Sommer Casgrain-Robertson, General Manager May 31, 2024 2023 Annual Report

Dear Member Municipalities, The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is pleased to present our 2023 Annual Report. This report highlights programs and services that we deliver on behalf of the province, our municipalities, and the community to protect people and property from natural hazards and protect natural resources that provide clean water, support development and protect against climate change, flooding, drought and erosion. 2023 Annual Report highlights include: Supporting Sustainable Development • Commented on 1,952 planning applications on behalf of municipalities • Processed 319 Section 28 permit applications, with 99% of permits issued within the provincial timeline • Processed 944 septic permit applications, with most permits issued in half the provincial timeline Protecting and Restoring the Watershed • Planted another 214,030 trees bringing our total to 7.4 million • Naturalized 1,710 metres of shorelines, bringing our total to 41 kms • Funded another 211 rural clean water projects, allocating $642,935 in grants to farmers and rural landowners • Reinspected 651 lakefront septic systems to ensure they are functioning • Completed Phase 2 of the Motts Mills Wetland Restoration Project Providing Access to Nature • Welcomed 307,500 visitors to our 11 conservation areas • Completed the construction of two fully accessible pedestrian bridges • Provided outdoor education to 7,889 students from 107 schools

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Understanding the Watershed • Monitored 26 sites for water levels and flow • Issued 13 flood messages and two low water messages • Completed phase 1 of a new flood forecasting and warning model • Approved a 6-year workplan to complete additional natural hazard mapping • Monitored 39 lakes and 119 stream sites for water quality • Monitored 44 sites and completed 361 stream surveys to assess aquatic habitat • Completed a comprehensive Watershed Conditions Report assessing the state of forests, wetlands, shorelines, surface water, ground water, aquatic habitat, natural hazards and hydrological function across the watershed. We hope our Annual Report demonstrates that 2023 was a busy and fulfilling year that saw the completion of many important priorities. I would like to thank our outstanding staff for their hard work and dedication, but also our municipalities, funders, community volunteers and project partners, without whom our work would not be possible! If you would like paper copies of our annual report or if you would like more detailed information about any of our projects or programs, please contact Marissa Grondin at marissa.grondin@rvca.ca. We are also available to present this report to Council to highlight work in your municipality, discuss municipal priorities, hear feedback and answer questions. If you are interested in a presentation, please contact Marissa to arrange a date. Thank you again for your ongoing support and valued partnership and we look forward to continuing to work with you in 2024! Sincerely,

Sommer Casgrain-Robertson General Manager / Secretary-Treasurer Attached:

RVCA 2023 Annual Report

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2023 ANNUAL REPORT

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Message from the Chair & General Manager

IN MANY WAYS, 2023 was the Year of the Bridge. Staff completed construction of two accessible pedestrian bridges at two of our most popular conservation areas – an achievement that will benefit the community for decades to come. But we also built many figurative bridges. We worked closely with our municipal partners on new agreements to formalize our stewardship and monitoring programs across the watershed. Science staff also finalized our muchawaited, once-in-a-decade Watershed Conditions Report to bridge the gap between data collection and scientific analysis toward a better understanding of the health of our watershed. This will pave the way for a new Watershed Management Strategy in 2024. So much of our work is ultimately about building bridges: connecting with our valued partners, expanding our knowledge of the watershed and ensuring our services remain relevant, valuable and accessible to everyone who calls the Rideau valley home. To this end, in 2023 engineering staff began data collection for new flood mapping on several upper watershed lakes and initiated the development of a new hydrologic model of the watershed; outdoor education staff expanded forest school to new age groups at Foley Mountain and Baxter conservation areas; and conservation lands staff worked with local landowners and our Foundation to complete three land donations that will protect 199 hectares of conservation land in perpetuity. Stewardship staff bridged the gap between best management practices and private landowners, working with them to add and restore critical green infrastructure on their properties through tree planting, shoreline naturalization and clean water projects. The forestry team even celebrated the 7 millionth tree planted since 1984! Our Planning and Regulations department continued to serve clients by reviewing planning files and processing Section 28 and septic applications to ensure development proceeds safely and sustainably across the watershed. They also did so efficiently, issuing 99% of permits within provincial timelines. It is clear through these many accomplishments how dedicated RVCA staff remain to conservation, customer service and collaboration; whether building accessible spans over Baxter’s wetland or building bridges through relationships, research and restoration. We are also grateful to the many partners who make our work possible, whose funding, volunteer hours and support contribute to a sustainable future and a thriving Rideau watershed. Kristin Strackerjan RVCA Board Chair

2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

Sommer Casgrain-Robertson General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer

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Your Rideau Valley Conservation Authority

THE RVCA is one of 36 conservation authorities in Ontario working to manage local watersheds to protect people and property from natural hazards and conserve critical natural resources.

Since 1966, the RVCA has worked closely with its member municipalities, provincial and federal governments, local landowners, farmers, businesses and community groups to protect communities from natural hazards, guide sustainable development, improve water quality and connect people with nature. The RVCA looks to build resilient communities in the face of climate change and population growth by promoting an integrated watershed approach — one that balances human, environmental and economic needs. Our success is based on partnerships that accomplish local initiatives at the watershed scale.

OUR VISION: A thriving watershed with clean abundant water, natural shorelines, rich forests and wetlands, diverse habitat and sustainable land use that is valued and protected by all. OUR MISSION: To understand, manage, protect, restore and enhance the Rideau watershed through science, stewardship, education, policy and leadership.

2023 Board of Directors Kristin Strackerjan (Chair) . . . . . . . . . North Grenville Anne Robinson (Vice Chair) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ottawa Vacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Athens Adrian Wynands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Augusta Brian Dowdall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beckwith Susan Irwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central Frontenac Vacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clarence-Rockland Steve Fournier . . . . . . . . . Drummond/North Elmsley Vacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabethtown-Kitley Anne Barr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Merrickville-Wolford Morgan Kenny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Montague Gerry Boyce/Vacant . . . . . . . . . . . . . North Dundas Theresa Kavanagh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ottawa Wilson Lo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ottawa Pieter Leenhouts/Riley Brockington . . . . . . . . Ottawa Shawn Menard/David Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . Ottawa Gary Waterfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Perth Jeff Banks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rideau Lakes Shawn Pankow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Smiths Falls Charlene Godfrey . . . . . . . . . . . . . South Frontenac Angela Pierman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tay Valley Barry Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Westport Mel Foster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agricultural Rep

We acknowledge that the Rideau Valley watershed is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people as well as the traditional territory of the Anishnabek, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Oneida peoples. The RVCA pays respect to all Indigenous peoples in the watershed and acknowledges that they are the traditional guardians of this land and water. RVCA is working to deepen its understanding of local Indigenous peoples, cultures and knowledge and to find meaningful ways to collaborate and support reconciliation.

2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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The Rideau Valley Watershed

Clarence– Rockland Province of Quebec

Rideau Valley Watershed

Ottawa

4,241 km2 18 municipalities 450,000 people 29% wooded 23% wetland 20% agriculture 9% meadow / thicket 14% developed 5% water

Beckwith

Drummond/ North Elmsley

North Dundas

Montague North Grenville Smiths Falls

Perth

MerrickvilleWolford Tay Valley Central Frontenac Augusta ElizabethtownKitley

Westport Rideau Lakes South Frontenac

2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

Athens

United States of America

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The Rideau Valley Watershed

Conditions Report dives deep into data Completion of our comprehensive Watershed Conditions Report was a major 2023 accomplishment, the culmination of several years of hard work on the part of science, engineering, GIS and communications staff. The 193-page report is the first of its kind for the RVCA, compiling decades of monitoring data into one report to assess trends regarding surface and ground water quality, aquatic ecosystem health, hydrological function, natural hazard risks and the status of critical green infrastructure such as wetlands, forests and natural shorelines. The analysis found several concerning trends, including a continuing steep decline in large woodland patches, increasing chloride levels in our urban streams, and large shifts in surface water flow patterns linked to increased development and loss of wetlands. The report also identified knowledge gaps in some parts

of the watershed regarding natural hazard risks such as flooding, erosion and landslides, as well as gaps in groundwater quality monitoring in rural communities where private wells are the most common source of drinking water. The next step is to complete a Watershed Management Strategy in 2024 that will serve as an action plan to address issues and areas of concern as well as knowledge gaps in the coming years.

Report Card offers watershed checkup RVCA also completed a Watershed Report Card as part of Conservation Ontario’s Watershed Checkup program, offering a snapshot of surface water quality, groundwater quality and forest conditions in the Rideau Valley.

2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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Corporate Services

RVCA and RVCF Board members participate in an outdoor education demonstration during the board tour at Foley Mountain Conservation Area.

2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES supports the entire conservation authority, enabling it to perform its functions and deliver programs in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The department is responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, financial reporting, business improvement, human resources, communications, IT, GIS, member services, fundraising and administration.

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Corporate Services

RVCA celebrated Foley Mountain Conservation Area’s 50th anniversary with a community event that brought municipal partners, provincial representatives and Foley Mountain supporters together. Left to right: RVCA general manager Sommer Casgrain-Robertson, Augusta Township Deputy Mayor Adrian Wynands, Rideau Lakes Mayor Arie Hoogenboom, Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark, Westport Mayor Robin Jones and RVCA Board Chair Kristin Strackerjan.

$11.8M

•

2 training and orientation sessions held for new and returning Board members as well as training on Section 28 hearings for executive committee members

budget for 2023

•

18 MOUs signed with member municipalities to continue providing stewardship and monitoring programs across the watershed (Category 3 Agreements)

•

Hosted annual watershed tour for board members and municipalities at Foley Mountain Conservation Area, where staff showcased RVCA’s programs and services

•

Approved new Fleet Emissions Reduction Guideline

•

Initiated new modernized accessible website

•

Expanded online payment to outdoor education programs and conservation area rentals

•

Updated Purchasing Policy, Administrative Bylaw and Section 28 Hearing procedures

staff plus 19 summer students

Board Members

Foley Mountain Site Supervisor Rebecca Whitman and RVCA Board Chair Kristin Strackerjan cut the cake at Foley’s 50th anniversary celebration in June.

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Planning and Regulatory Services

PLANNING AND REGULATIONS staff bring watershed science, provincial policies and individual municipal needs together to help build safe, sustainable communities. The RVCA provides planning advice to municipalities and is the approval authority for development affecting natural hazards like flooding, erosion, steep slopes, unstable soils and wetlands, as well as watercourses. Staff also approve the construction, enlargement or alteration of septic systems and provide septic re-inspection services to several municipalities.

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Planning and Regulatory Services

Worked closely with municipalities to implement Ontario Regulation 596/22, which now requires municipalities to review planning applications for natural heritage. RVCA had been commenting on natural heritage (in addition to natural hazards and drinking water source protection) at the request of municipalities to help them fulfill their obligations under the Provincial Policy Statement

1,952 planning reviews

Athens

21 28 36 2 64 25 51 39 2 137 1,151 27 177 24 36 103 6 2 4

Augusta

200

•

150

Partnership Highlight:

100

132 Pre-consultation Meetings 402 Severances 326 Minor Variances 100 Site Plan Control 120 Zoning By-law Amendments 16 Official Plan Amendments 3 Official Plans 16 Subdivision Reviews 10 Condominium Applications 1 Aggregate Resource Act review 4 Part Lot Control 4 Lifting of 30 cm Reserve 4 Environmental Assessment Act Reviews 1 Lifting of Holding By-law 1 Application for Absolute Title 1 Disposal of Municipal-Owned Land 5 Validation of Title

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Planning Activities by Municipality, 2023

Planning Reviews

Beckwith Central Frontenac Clarence-Rockland Drummond/North Elmsley Elizabethtown-Kitley Merrickville-Wolford Montague North Dundas North Grenville Ottawa Perth Rideau Lakes Smiths Falls South Frontenac Tay Valley Westport Leeds and Grenville RVCA - Wide

Total 1,952

Source Water Protection Approvals •

Reviewed development applications to ensure they meet Source Protection Plan policies

•

Visited 22 local businesses who handle and store certain chemicals in vulnerable areas around municipal drinking water systems to provide spill response kits and assess their storage and handling practices

•

Administered a Fuel Oil Tank Replacement Rebate Program in certain areas on behalf of the City of Ottawa

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Planning and Regulatory Services

Athens

Augusta

Beckwith

Central Frontenac

Clarence Rockland

Drummond/North Elmsley

Elizabethtown-Kitley

Merrickville-Wolford

Montague

North Dundas

North Grenville

171 4

Ottawa

Rideau Lakes

Smiths Falls

South Frontenac

Tay Valley

Westport

Perth

Total 319

RVCA issued 99% of Section 28 permits within provincial timelines:

Partnership Highlight: •

Presented to the Ottawa Real Estate Board about waterfront properties in February

319

Permits Issued Within Provincial Timelines Major Permits (90 days)

Minor Permits (30 days)

267

permit applications

93%

of applications approved

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Minor Permits (30 days)

100

•

629 Property Inquiries 110 Clearance Letters 319 Applications o 93% Approved o 5% On Hold o 1 Hearing 67 Complaints/Occurrences o 16 Violations o 2 Charges laid under Conservation Authorities Act

• • •

Section 28 Services

Section 28 Applications by Municipality, 2023

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Planning and Regulatory Services

Beckwith

806 applications for new or replacement septic systems

Carleton Place

Lanark Highlands

138 applications for septic renovations or alterations

Mississippi Mills

North Grenville

583

Ottawa

Smiths Falls

102

Tay Valley

Westport

•

27 complaints

•

651 septic re-inspections

Partnership Highlights:

944 651 permit applications

Septic Re-Inspections by Municipality, 2023 33

Central Frontenac

North Frontenac

403

Rideau Lakes

180

Tay Valley

500

Presented to the Big Rideau Lake Association, Lower Beverly Lake Association AGM, Black Lake AGM and the Ottawa Real Estate Board about septic system care and maintenance/inspections

400

•

300

Taught 6 preparation courses for people wanting to become a licensed septic installer or inspector, welcoming 122 participants

200

•

Total 944

100

Hosted annual septic installers meeting with 30 attendees at MVCA headquarters

•

300.0

218 file search requests

262.5

225.0

187.5

150.0

112.5

•

75.0

•

Septic Applications by Municipality, 2023

0.0

•

37.5

Septic System Services

Total 651

re-inspections completed

RVCA issues most septic permits within half the time prescribed by the Ontario Building Code: Building Code Requirement

Building Code Timeline

RVCA Timeline

New Sewage System Permit

10 days

5 days

Clay Seal Inspection

5 days

48 hours

Scarification Inspection

5 days

48 hours

Installation Inspection

5 days

48 hours

Final Grading Inspection

5 days

48 hours

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Conservation Land Management Services

CONSERVATION LANDS staff manage more than 3,400 hectares of conservation land for the strategic protection of natural hazards, critical natural resources and vulnerable habitats. They also maintain 11 developed conservation areas offering public trails, beaches, boat launches and a range of popular outdoor education programs. Conservation areas provide affordable recreation, education and tourism opportunities to watershed residents and communities.

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Conservation Land Management Services Conservation Areas •

11 public conservation areas maintained for public enjoyment

•

307,500 visitors in 2023 (up from 200,000 annually pre-pandemic)

•

42 kilometres of trails, 3 beaches, 4 boat launches and 6 picnic shelters maintained

•

Shoreline stabilized at Chapman Mills Conservation Area around the water access point

•

Installed permanent Storybook Trail at Foley Mountain Conservation Area

•

Completed construction on two replacement pedestrian bridges:

Land Management •

2,355 hectares of conservation land owned across the watershed

•

1,209 additional hectares managed by RVCA (Foundation and partner properties)

•

3 new land donations totalling 199 hectares (1 RVCA property and 2 RVCF properties) o

146 hectares near Motts Mills

26 hectares on Big Rideau Lake

27 hectares on the Tay River

•

55 Species at Risk projects maintained at six conservation areas in support of bobolink, butternut and barn swallows, in partnership with the RVCF

•

2 Managed Forest Tax Incentive Plans completed for recently acquired properties

•

2 Conservation Land Tax Incentive Plans approved following species at risk monitoring (property taxes now waived for those properties)

•

Underplanted hemlock stands with red spruce to prepare for the Wooly Hemlock Adelgid (aphid-like insect killing hemlock trees)

•

Thinned red pine and spruce stands at Mill Pond Conservation Area to improve forest health and reduce the risk of damage from weather events

•

Prefabricated accessible bridge at Chapman Mills Conservation Area

Accessible pedestrian boardwalk with learning platforms over the marsh at Baxter Conservation Area

Started construction on accessible bathrooms and facility upgrades at Baxter’s interpretive centre

Partnership Highlights: •

Chapman Mills received $150,000 and Baxter received $280,000 in funding from the Federal Government’s Canada Community Revitalization Fund to replace the pedestrian bridges

•

Nature for All Committee continued to guide and support ongoing accessibility improvements at Baxter Conservation Area, including working with the Foundation to secure external funding

•

Installed 3 boat launches for municipal and provincial partners

307,500 conservation area visitors

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Conservation Land Management Services ….

Outdoor Education

Partnership Highlights:

Baxter Conservation Area:

•

BOGS, North Face and Starbucks provided bus subsidies to help offset travel costs for school kids Township of Rideau Lakes once again sponsored a free monthly forest school drop-in program at Foley Mountain Foley hosted 6 student teachers for their practicum placement

•

4,432 students from 66 schools across five school boards (plus two private schools and one university) and numerous community groups participated in Baxter’s in-person outdoor education programs

•

168 students attended weekly in-person Forest School in winter, spring and fall

•

144 children participated in Summer Day Camp

Facilities and Rentals

•

Expanded Forest School’s age range to include a day for kids aged 10 to 13

•

1,343 people enjoyed rental facilities at Foley Mountain Conservation Area (Interpretive Centre, Silversides, Group Campsite)

•

3,289 people enjoyed rental facilities at Baxter Conservation Area (group camping areas, picnic shelter, Interpretive Centre, River Cabin)

•

1,500 students plus parents and supporters were welcomed to Baxter for the Ottawa Carleton District School Board Cross Country Meet

•

Continued to host two tiny cabins owned by Cabinscape at Mica Mines Conservation Area

Foley Mountain Conservation Area: •

•

3,457 students participated in in-person outdoor education programs, including Forest School sessions in winter, spring and fall. This is an increase of about 20% over 2019 and about 29% over 2022. 41 schools from across three school boards came for field trips

•

92 children participated in Summer Day Camps, a 37% increase over 2019 numbers

•

Added a new Family Forest School category for kids ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers

•

8,125

students participated in outdoor education programs 14

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RVCA’s Conservation Areas

Province of Quebec

Clarence– Rockland

Ottawa

Chapman Mills

Perth Wildlife Reserve

Richmond

W.A. Taylor Baxter

Beckwith

Drummond/ North Elmsley

Richmond

North Dundas

Montague North Grenville

Perth

Smiths Falls

Perth Wildlife Reserve

Rideau Ferry

Tay Valley

W.A. Taylor

Central Frontenac

Mill Pond

Motts Mills ElizabethtownKitley

Meisel Woods Foley Mountain Westport

MerrickvilleWolford

Rideau Ferry

Augusta

Portland Bay United States of America

Rideau Lakes Athens

South Frontenac

Baxter

Motts Mills

Mill Pond Meisel Woods

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Stewardship Services

STEWARDSHIP staff work with landowners, farmers, lake associations, businesses, government agencies and the public to undertake on-the-ground projects that improve the health and resilience of the watershed. Programs such as tree planting, shoreline restoration, clean water incentives, wetland enhancement and habitat creation help reduce flooding, erosion and droughts, protect water quality and reduce the impacts of climate change and development.

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Stewardship Services

Butternut Recovery • 3,312 free butternut seedlings distributed to landowners to help replace dead and dying butternut trees in Eastern Ontario • Continued effort to locate and assess healthy trees in Eastern Ontario • Tracked the survival and health of planted butternut seedlings and completed survival site visits with landowners who had planted seedlings Partnership Highlights: • Worked with the Canadian Wildlife Service to manage the butternut population in the Mississippi Lake National Wildlife Area. This includes releasing 21 natural seedlings on site, planting 37 new Butternut seedlings and under crown release. • Continued partnership with Ontario Nature to search for the endangered American Ginseng on landowner properties involved in the Butternut Recovery Program

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Augusta

• 214,030 trees planted in the Rideau and Mississippi watersheds

15,050

Beckwith

Almost 100 hectares of new forest

132 landowner participants

50,410 trees planted in Ottawa through the City’s Green Acres program Largest project was 14,680 trees planted in Rideau Lakes 16,000 trees planted by landowners through over-the-counter sales

Partnership Highlights: •

More than $484,000 in external funding secured to subsidize tree planting costs

•

Provided Lanark County with 12,000 trees for their annual free tree give-away

•

Partnered with the Invasive Species Centre to start monitoring Hemlock Wooly Adelgid on our conservation lands

600

Central Frontenac

Clarence Rockland Drummond/North Elmsley

33,630 15,760

Elizabethtown-Kitley

8,950

Merrickville-Wolford

12,650

Montague

North Dundas

13,770

North Grenville

50,410

Ottawa Perth

0 24,680

Rideau Lakes

Smiths Falls

South Frontenac

12,900

Tay Valley

Westport MVCA Municipalities

24,680

Total 214,030

Province

! ! ! ! of Quebec ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! Ottawa !! ! ! ! ! ! trees planted since 1984 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !! ! ! ! ! ! ! Beckwith ! ! trees planted in 2023 ! ! ! ! ! Drummond/ ! ! North! Elmsley ! ! Montague ! ! ! ! ! !! North ! Grenville ! ! ! Smiths Falls ! ! ! !! Perth ! !!! MerrickvilleWolford ! ! !! Tay Valley ! !!! ! Central Frontenac ! ! !! ! ! Augusta ! Elizabethtown! Kitley ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Westport !! ! ! Rideau Lakes !

7.4M

Clarence– Rockland

214,030

South Frontenac

Athens

! !

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North Dundas

Tree planting site United States of America

30000

Athens

26250

22500

18750

15000

7500

0 750

Also delivered on behalf of MVCA

3750

Tree Planting by Municipality, 2023

Tree Planting

11250

Stewardship Services

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Stewardship Services

Left: RVCA General Manager Sommer Casgrain-Robertson, Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Elizabethtown-Kitley Mayor Brant Burrow and RVCA Board Chair Kristin Strackerjan plant a ceremonial tree in Richmond to mark 7 million trees planted since 1984.

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Above: RVCA Board member and Barrhaven East Councillor Wilson Lo plants a tree during the Richmond event. Left: Forests Ontario’s Eastern Ontario field advisor Jim Hendry and RVCA Forestry Manager Ian Cochrane plant trees in Richmond during the 7 million tree celebration. 2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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Stewardship Services

Clean Water Projects by Municipality, 2023

Rural Clean Water

Athens

Augusta

Beckwith

Central Frontenac

Clarence-Rockland

Drummond/North Elmsley

Elizabethtown-Kitley

Merrickville-Wolford

Montague

North Dundas

North Grenville

Ottawa

Partnership Highlights:

Perth

•

Rideau Lakes

Smiths Falls

South Frontenac

Tay Valley

Westport

MVCA municipalities

• 136 projects approved through the Rideau Valley Rural Clean Water Program, allocating $287,062 in grants with landowner contributions totaling $1,148,055 • 57 projects approved through the Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program, allocating $268,355 in grants with landowner contributions totaling $578,777 • 18 projects completed through ALUS Lanark o

Distributing $87,518 in grants towards projects valued at $98,185 o 39.86 acres of new environmental services through wetlands, tree planting, buffers and delayed haying Worked with Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority to deliver ALUS Lanark, which was initiated by the County of Lanark and Climate Network Lanark

•

Shared a booth with Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority and South Nation Conservation at the Ottawa Valley Farm Show in March

Total 211 Province of Quebec

211

$642,935 132

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Clarence– Rockland

Ottawa

! !!! !! !! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Beckwith ! ! ! !! !! projects were approved in grants ! ! Drummond/ Montague North Elmsley ! !! through the Rideau ! !! North ! ! Grenville ! ! ! Valley Rural Clean Water Smiths Falls ! ! ! ! ! ! Perth ! ! ! ! ! Program, allocating Merrickville!! ! ! ! ! ! Wolford Tay Valley $237,228.96 in grants; ! ! ! ! Central Frontenac !! !! Augusta these grants will support Elizabethtown! ! ! Kitley ! ! a total project value of ! Westport ! ! ! ! $1,184,181.69 !! Rideau Lakes ! ! ! Athens ! South Frontenac

projects approved

North Dundas

Rural clean water projects United States of America

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Stewardship Services

Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston MPP John Jordan addresses ALUS Lanark partners and supporters at the program’s official launch at Milkhouse Farm & Dairy in Montague.

Buffers and Land Retirement Erosion Control Forest Management Plans Septic and Well Projects Wetland Restoration

Clean Water Projects by Type 2023

Livestock Fencing Manure Storage Runoff Management Nutrient Management Plans Education Cover Crops Precision Farming Fuel Storage

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Stewardship Services

Shoreline Naturalization • 9,394 trees and shrubs planted on 67 properties • 1,719 metres of shoreline naturalized

9,394

• 377 native pollinator-friendly perennials distributed to landowners through over-the-counter sales

trees and shrubs planted

Partnership Highlights:

1,719m

• 2,135 trees and shrubs distributed to lake residents through over-the-counter plant sales through Upper Rideau Lake Association and Otty Lake Association • 1,070 native trees, shrubs and wildflowers planted with community volunteers along a 350-metre stretch of Tay River shoreline in Last Duel Park in partnership with the Town of Perth, which secured funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund

of shoreline naturalized

The Town of Perth, RVCA staff and community volunteers help naturalize a stretch of Tay River shoreline in Last Duel Park.

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Stewardship Services Clarence– Rockland

Province of Quebec

! Ottawa

! ! !! ! !! ! Beckwith

Drummond/ North Elmsley

Montague

Smiths Falls

Perth

! ! !! ! !! ! ! Elizabethtown! !! ! ! Kitley ! ! Westport ! ! ! ! !! Rideau Lakes ! Tay Valley !

Central Frontenac

! ! !! !

North Dundas

! !

MerrickvilleWolford

Augusta

Athens

South Frontenac

Athens

Augusta

Beckwith

Central Frontenac

Clarence Rockland

United States of America

Drummond/North Elmsley

Elizabethtown-Kitley

Merrickville-Wolford

2,143

Shoreline planting site

1500

1250

1000

750

500

250

Shoreline Plantings by Municipality, 2023

282

North Grenville

! !

Montague

North Dundas

378

North Grenville

1,958

Ottawa

1,070

Perth

2,984

Rideau Lakes

Smiths Falls

South Frontenac

409

Tay Valley

Westport

Total 9,394 2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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Science and Engineering Services

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING staff monitor watershed conditions to understand and manage natural hazard risks to people and property, and to protect water quality and natural resources. Data about water levels and hydrology, land cover and elevation, surface and ground water and aquatic environments is critical to guide decisions about land and water to keep people and development safe from hazards and protect the many benefits of a healthy watershed.

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Science and Engineering Services Flood Forecasting & Warning • 13 flood messages issued for the Rideau River • 8 flood messages issued for the Ottawa River • 2 low water messages issued • 26 sites monitored for water levels and flow • 7 Parks Canada water level gauges monitored by staff through public info-net site • 24 sites monitored for precipitation, including 11 new RVCA Weather Stations installed in 2021 • 6 sites monitored for snowpack Partnership Highlights: • Hosted annual flood forecasting and warning meeting in February for all municipalities and partner agencies • Presented at the Provincial Flood Forecasting and Warning Workshop in September • Completed Phase One of a new flood forecasting and warning model for the Rideau River with funding from the City of Ottawa

Natural Hazard Mapping • 6-year workplan approved to complete natural hazard mapping on the following watercourses to fill gaps in existing mapping: o Brassils Creek, Graham Creek, Greens Creek,Sawmill Creek, Stillwater Creek and Faulkner Drain in the City of Ottawa o Bobs Lake, Otty Lake, Lower Rideau Lake and Big Rideau Lake in the upper watershed • Continued work on hazard mapping for Middle Rideau River, Wolf/Sand Lake and Stevens Creek Partnership Highlight: • Finalized a new 5-year funding agreement with the City of Ottawa to prioritize floodplain and erosion hazard mapping within the City as well as additional products on Cardinal Creek • Received federal funding to collect data to support future flood hazard mapping on watercourses prioritized in the workplan

Source Water Protection • Welcomed two new Source Protection Committee members • Advancement of major updates to the both the Technical Assessment Reports and Source Protection Plan Partnership Highlight: • Partnered with the Eastern Ontario conservation authorities to jointly host a 5-part webinar series called Drinking Water Wise to promote Best Practices for Source Water Protection. 557 audience members attended virtually 2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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Science and Engineering Services

Surface Water Quality Monitoring • 119 sites sampled for the Baseline monitoring and Provincial Water Quality Monitoring Program, which monitors the water chemistry of major rivers and tributaries • 39 lakes sampled from May to October • 51 water quality parameters monitored annually Partnership Highlights: • 29 landowners provided access to lakes and streams through their properties to enable sampling, and 10 waterfront landowners provided on-water transportation for staff as part of the Watershed Watch (lake) monitoring program (80 volunteer hours) • Continued to partner with the Township of Rideau Lakes, Big Rideau Lake Association and Cataraqui Conservation on the Sustainable Drainage Project: o Installed a second rain garden and seven catch basin filters in the village of Portland o Produced a series of fact sheets focused on property-level low-impact development options (i.e. rain barrels, rain gardens) o Held a rain barrel sale in Portland o Hosted an information session attended by 115 municipal and conservation authority staff on new stormwater management opportunities through reuse and recharge

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• Presented on water quality / invasive species to the Upper Rideau Lake Association, Black Lake Property Owner Association AGM, Long Lake (East) AGM, Long Lake (West) AGM and Pike Lake AGM • Presented at the Lake Networking Group Meetings (May and October)

water quality parameters monitored annually

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Science and Engineering Services

Province of Quebec

Water Quality Monitoring in the Rideau Valley Ontario Benthos Biomonitoring Network

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Clarence– Rockland

North Dundas

United States of America

Frontenac

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Science and Engineering Services

Aquatic Habitat Monitoring • 44 sites sampled across the watershed in spring and fall for the Ontario Benthic Biomonitoring Network (OBBN) • City Stream Watch Program monitored four creeks in the City of Ottawa: Bilberry Creek, Mosquito Creek, Mud Creek (Manotick) and Stillwater Creek • 361 stream survey sections completed • 16 temperature loggers installed • 107 headwater drainage features surveyed • 23 fish sampling sites monitored • Catchment level watershed conditions were classified across the watershed by aquatic score, benthic community score, fish community score and thermal classification Partnership Highlights: • 268 community volunteers contributed a total of 811 hours towards stream monitoring, 12 stream cleanups and 15 invasive species removals on the Jock River (in Richmond), Graham Creek, Sawmill Creek, Mud Creek, Bilberry Creek, Rideau River, Tay River, Barrhaven Creek and Stillwater Creek 28

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• Hosted an invasive species identification workshop in July with 30 participants • Hosted an interactive booth with benthic invertebrates at the following community events: North Grenville Sustainability Fair, Sandy Hill Ecofair, Ecofest Westport, Tay Watershed Discovery Day and Ottawa Ward 22 Open House • Presented at the Annual Lake Links Workshop in October on fish habitat restoration • Partnered with Parks Canada to help remove Water Chestnut along the Rideau River (Black Rapids Lock station) and the Tay River (Port Elmsley) • 82 Landowners provided access to streams through their properties to enable surveying for the City Stream Watch program. • Partnered with the Alta Vista Community Association to help cleanup and rehabilitate Sawmill Creek

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Science and Engineering Services

Wetland Restoration • Phase Two of the Motts Mills Wetland Restoration Project was completed, creating additional open water ponds with connecting channels to support increased biodiversity within the provincially significant wetland. This work was completed in partnership with the Mott’s Mills Steering Committee • Post-effectiveness monitoring was undertaken at the Stillwater Wetland Creation Project (Year 3) and Jebbs Creek Wetland Embayment (Year 5)

Partners and supporters gathered at the Ottawa-Carleton Wildlife Centre in May to celebrate ongoing efforts to restore the Stillwater Wetland in Nepean back to a functioning part of the local hydrological system. Left to right, RVCA General Manager Sommer Casgrain-Robertson, Bay Ward Councillor and RVCA Board member Theresa Kavanagh, RVCA Aquatic Biologist Jennifer Lamoureux and RVCA Board Chair Kristin Strackerjan celebrate Lamoureux’s recognition for her role in restoring the wetland.

Workers clear open channels and ponds in Hutton Marsh as part of the Motts Mills Wetland Restoration Project in February. 2023 RVCA ANNUAL REPORT

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Financing Conservation

Science & Engineering Services $2,911,493 Planning Advisory and Regulatory Services $2,457,920 Corporate Services $1,817,028 Stewardship Services $1,661,038 Conservation Land Management Services $1,565,852 Investment in Capital A ssets $1,677,113 Transfer to Reserves $ 793,256 Repayment of Capital Lease $202,704

2023 Expenditures

$13,086,404

Municipal Levy $6,719,748 Program Revenue $4,406,595 Foundation $844,824 Special Levies $716,736

ipal Levy 6,461,296.26 am Revenue 3,605,501.71 l Levies 1,124,969.98 cial Funding 336,626.02 ation 145,603.03

Provincial Funding $398,501

Science and Engineering Services 3,391,379.00 Planning Advisory and Regulatory Services 2,641,947.00 2023 Stewardship Services 1,636,843.00 Revenues Conservation Land Management Services 1,306,689.00 Corporate Services 1,273,740.00 Transfer to Reserves 724,894 Investment in Capital Assets 473,035.00 Repayment of Capital Lease 202,704.00

$13,086,404

m Revenue $3,006,493.42

Municipal Levy $6,248,836 Program Revenue $3,006,493.42

Special Levies $1,236,032.58

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Provincial Funding $324,369

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Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation

2023

ANNUAL REPORT

Open fields at the newly acquired ParMc property will provide space for species at risk habitat projects and other stewardship efforts.

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The new bridge at Baxter Conservation Area.

Letter from the Chair Dear Friends, Thank you for an incredible year. Looking back at 2023, I’m amazed at the impact of our work. In many ways, it was the culmination of many years of work as we moved forward with several significant campaigns, including the installation of a new accessible pedestrian bridge at Chapman Mills Conservation Area and the construction of our accessible bridge and education platforms at Baxter Conservation Area. We also continued our important work as a land trust, welcoming more than 130 acres of forest, wetlands and shoreline in new donated lands through the Foundation and continuing to protect another 7,350 acres of conservation land through the Steve Simmering Conservation Land Endowment Fund. Our generous donors and supporters make it all possible; this and our many other conservation projects including tree planting, shoreline restoration, invasive species removal and outdoor education. The RVCF is delighted to be the vital bridge between ideas and actions, bringing together individuals, partners and businesses to achieve our shared goals through funding, in-kind support and volunteer hours. Together we channel our efforts towards the protection of the Rideau’s natural environment – ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. As we reflect on the past year, I am filled with immense gratitude for your unwavering support and commitment to our shared mission – thank you. Yours in conservation, Andrew Harkness, RVCF Chair 32 2023 RVCF ANNUAL REPORT

RVCF Board of Directors • Andrew Harkness, Chair • Tom Scott, Vice Chair • Jason W. M. Kelly, Past Chair • John Batson • Allison Gibbons • Gary Howard • Mark Mortimer • Jake Rice • R.E. (Bob) Smith • Kathy Thomas

Support Team Diane Downey, RVCF Executive Director Kathy Dallaire, Secretary- Treasurer

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2023 Highlights • Renewed accreditation from Imagine Canada’s Standards Program. Earning the Imagine Canada Accreditation Trustmark verifies RVCF’s RVCF has raised excellence in governance and non-profit management. • Constructed Baxter Conservation Area’s accessible boardwalk bridge and education platforms thanks to funding from Canada’s Community Revitalization Fund, City of Ottawa Rural Community Building Grant, RVCA for conservation since 1994. support and many generous donors. • Installed the Chapman Mills Conservation Area accessible pedestrian bridge thanks to funding from Canada’s Community Revitalization Fund and private donors. • Retrofitted Baxter’s Interpretive Centre washrooms to include accessibility features thanks to funding from the Government of Canada (Employment and Social Development Canada). • Honoured Year 3 of our partnership with Modern Niagara, which will provide $300,000 over five years to help acquire and protect vulnerable land. • Celebrated two land donations to ensure the long-term protection of two small islands and 133 acres of green infrastructure including shorelines, wetlands, forests and meadows. • Secured funds from Ontario Land Trust Alliance and the Government of Ontario to support the acquisition of conservation land. • Protected more than 7,350 acres of conservation land throughout the Rideau watershed. • Invested $152,000 into the Steve Simmering Conservation Land Endowment Fund to support perpetual care of conservation lands. • Raised $128,100 in support of Phase 2 of the Hutton Marsh Restoration Project, thanks to a dedicated group of local stakeholders and funders including Ducks Unlimited Canada, Leeds Grenville Stewardship Council, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Zone F, the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (UCLG), Wildlife Habitat Canada, Ontario Land Trust Alliance and the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority.

$8.3M

The new bridge at Chapman Mills Conservation Area.

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Several Carbon Neutral and Tree Planting partners joined RVCF board members, RVCA staff and many volunteers to celebrate the 7 millionth tree planted across the watershed in May.

2023 Highlights (continued) • Planted 30,000 trees with support from One Tree Planted. • Continued partnership with Hulse, Playfair and McGarry to plant 1,500 trees seedlings annually. • Planted 652 memorial and special occasion trees in tribute of loved ones. • Welcomed returning Carbon Neutral individuals, businesses and events including Capital Pyro, LIVE 88.5, Elephant Print, Greek Fest Ottawa, McCooeye Wealth Management – Mandeville Private Client Inc., Somersault Events and Velofix Ottawa. • Celebrated the official opening of the Foley Mountain Story Trail made possible thanks to the Lawson Foundation, Westport Lions Club, Friends of Foley Mountain and the RVCF. • Received funding from TD Friend of the Environment to install a permanent Story Trail Adventure at Baxter Conservation Area. • Supported the Nature for All Committee in its fundraising efforts for accessibility projects at Baxter Conservation Area. • Raised funds to eliminate bus and registration fees for priority schools attending outdoor education programs at Foley and Baxter Conservation Areas. Special thanks to supporters of the Don Maciver Memorial Fund for their continued commitment. • Helped families in need participate in Forest School programming at Baxter and Foley Mountain Conservation Areas. • Welcomed support for stream protection and invasive species removal from Ferguslea Property Inc. • Enjoyed the confidence of several land development companies who use the Foundation’s Species at Risk Compensation Program services to compensate for the unavoidable loss of butternut or barn swallow, bobolink and meadowlark habitat during their business activities. We are currently managing 55 projects. Thank you for your continued trust in the RVCF. We appreciate you supporting programs and projects that protect our beautiful watershed – for today and the future. 34 2023 RVCF ANNUAL REPORT

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Left to right: Friends of Foley Mountain president Rob Struthers, Foundation board member Mark Mortimer, Foley Mountain Conservation Area Site Supervisor Rebecca Whitman, Foundation board member Allison Gibbons and Lawson Foundation’s Tim and Nancy Gardiner celebrate the opening of a new permanent Storybook Trail at Foley Mountain.

not-for-profits

Donor Milestones

government partners

We recognize the following donors who have reached new cumulative giving milestones in 2023:

• Sponsors ($25,000 to $99,999) One Tree Planted

in-kind donors

• Friends ($500 to $999) AlphaPlus Centre, Amazon YOW, John Kenneth Barr, Hilton, Peter Ide, Maria Yousaf $

• Benefactors ($5,000 to $24,999) Norman Lepointe, Gillian Shaw

• Supporters ($1,000 to $4,999) Benjamin Doyle, Elephant Print, Bruce Fanjoy, Fidus, Maureen Gabe, Alain & Maureen Gauthier, HR Ottawa, LP, Melissa Kruyne, Ottawa Greek Fest, Tarandeep Sehgal

• Patrons ($100,000+) Modern Niagara, K.A. McClure & R.D. Partridge, Ontario Land Trust Alliance, Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited

For a complete list of our valued donors, visit our digital donor board at rvcf.ca/supporters or in person at 3889 Rideau Valley Drive in Manotick. Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation Box 988 3889 Rideau Valley Drive Manotick, ON K4M 1A8 613-692-3571 ext. 1126 info@rvcf.ca www.rvcf.ca

volunteer directors

The RVCF is proudly accredited under Imagine Canada’s Standards Program having demonstrated excellence in board governance, financial accountability and transparency, ethical fundraising, staff management and volunteer involvement RVCF is also a proud and practicing member of both the Ontario and Canada Land Trust Alliances.

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We would love to acknowledge municipalities who choose to celebrate child care workers and ECEs across Ontario on October 24,2024. Please let us know how your municipality is participating in the appreciation day and we will add you to our list of proclamations and celebrations.

A sample proclamation and document outlining additional ways to recognize this important day is attached.

Organize a public announcement; Flag raising or purple light display; Display our posters and distribute our buttons; and Organize events and contests for the day or have councilors or the mayor participate in events hosted by child care centres.

If your council does not issue official proclamations, there are many alternative ways for your municipality to participate in celebrating this important day:

proclamation.

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To fulfilthe promise of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care system we need to ensure high quality spaces for every family who needs it. We have seen how affordable child care is life-changing for many families, but we need to make that possiblefor all. To make that vision a reality we need to expand access to child care by building new programs but most importantly we must ensure that we retain, re-attract and recruit ECEsand child care workers with decent work and fulfilling careers to lead these vital, educational programs.

This year’s Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day theme is WORTH MORE, as part of our continuing campaign for decent work and pay for the early years and child care workforce!

We are writing to ask that you and your council proclaim and participate in Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day on Thursday, October 24, 2024. This day recognizes the commitment, skills and hard work of Early Childhood Educators (ECEs)and staff who work with young children. Each year, the day is proclaimed by the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC),the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE),municipalities and school boards across Ontario, and is marked by hundreds of child care centres, unions, and allies.

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This day recognizes the commitment, hard work and dedication of Early Childhood Educators (ECES) and staff who work with young children. Each year, the day is proclaimed by The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC), the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), municipalities and school boards across Ontario, and is marked by hundreds of child care centres, unions, and allies.

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Therefore, Be it Resolved that October 24, 2024 be designated the 24thannual “Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day” in recognition

Whereas Registered Early Childhood Educators and child care workers will be vital to the success of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care system;

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Whereas trained and knowledgeable Registered Early Childhood Educators are the key to quality in early years and child care programs in licensed child care, Early ON programs, child life programs, and full-day kindergarten;

Whereas child care promotes the well—being of children and responds to the needs of families and the broader community by supporting quality of life so that citizens can fully participate in and contribute to the economic and social life of their community; and

Whereas years of research confirms the bene?ts of high-quality early learning and child care for young children’s intellectual, emotional, social and physical development and later life outcomes; and

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Attendu que les services de garde d’enfants favorisent le bien-étre des enfants en et pourvoient aux besoins des families at de l’ensemble de la communauté soutenant la qualité de vie afin que les citoyens et citoyennes puissent participer et contribuer pleinement a la vie économique et sociale de leur communauté; et

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Page 469 of 469 Township of South Frontenac By-Law Number 2024-55 Page 1 of 1 By-Law Number 2024-55 A By-Law to Confirm generally all actions and proceedings of the Council meeting of the corporation of the Township of South Frontenac on July 16, 2024 Whereas Section 8 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001 c. 25 and amendments thereto provides that a municipality has the capacity, rights powers and privileges of a natural person for the purpose of exercising its authority under the Municipal Act of any other Act and; Whereas Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, c. 25 and amendments thereto provides that a lower-tier municipality and an upper-tier municipality may pass by-laws respecting matters within the spheres of the jurisdiction described in the Table to Subsection 2, subject to certain provisions, and; Whereas Section 5 of the Municipal Act, S.O 2001 c. 25 and amendments thereto provides that a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges under Section 8 shall be exercised by its council and by by-law unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise, and; Whereas the Council of the Township of South Frontenac deems it expedient to confirm its actions and proceedings; Therefore, be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

The all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac taken at its regular meeting held on July 16, 2024, be confirmed as actions for which the municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person.
That all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac held July 16, 2024, be confirmed as being matters within the spheres of jurisdiction described in Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and amendments thereto.
That all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac taken at its regular meeting held on July 16, 2024, except those taken by by-law and those required by bylaw to be done by resolution are hereby sanctioned, ratified and confirmed as though set out within and forming part of this by-law.
Execution by the Mayor and the Clerk of all Deeds, Instruments and other Documents necessary to give effect to any such Resolution, Motion or other action and the affixing of the Corporate Seal to any such Deed, Instruments or other Documents is hereby authorized and confirmed.
This By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of its passage. Given First and Second Readings: Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Given Third Reading and Passed: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

James Thompson, Clerk

Ron Vandewal, Mayor

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