MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE

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1 MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE Council Meeting - Monday, February 8 th, :00 a.m. Council Chambers Municipal Administration Offices 1925 Bruce County Road 10 Chesley, Ontario His Worship Mayor Paul Eagleson MINUTES A meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was held on Monday, February 8 th, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. The following Members of Council were present: Mayor Paul Eagleson (Chair) Deputy Mayor Mark Davis Councillor Doug Bell Councillor Brian Dudgeon Councillor Steve Hammell Councillor Dan Kerr Councillor Peter Steinacker The following members of Staff were present: P. Rouse, Clerk-Administrator D. Hunks, Treasurer V. Weppler, Works Department A. McArthur, Facilities, Parks and Recreation Department 1. Adoption of Agenda Moved by: Deputy Mayor Davis That the agenda for the Council Meeting of February 8 th, 2016 be received and adopted, as distributed by the Clerk. Carried Resolution # Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest by Members of the Committee under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act at this time. 3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting(s) 3.1 Regular Council Meeting C# held January 25 th, 2016 Moved by: Councillor Bell Seconded by: Councillor Hammell That Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie adopt the minutes of the Regular Council Session C# held Monday, January 25 th, 2016, as circulated. Carried Resolution #

2 4. Business Arising from the Minutes- None 5. Public Meeting(s) None 6. Presentation(s) None 7. Delegation(s) 7.1 Ontario Power Generation Scott Berry and Allan Webster Operation Performance Update Scott Berry, Manager, Corporate Relations and Communications Nuclear Waste Management / First Nations and Metis Relations addressed Council providing a power point presentation with an operation performance update, noting the company highlights, western waste performance, the Darlington Refurbishment, benefits of refurbishment, Pickering Continued Operations, Deep Geologic Repository and the Western Waste Licence Renewal. Allan Webster, Manager, Business Support - Decommissioning & Nuclear Waste with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) was unable to attend. Mr. Berry responded to questions from Members of Council. Mayor and Council thanked Mr. Berry for their presentation. 7.2 Paisley Spruce the Bruce Committee Update Mary Gail Johnston, member of the Paisley Spruce the Bruce Committee addressed Council, providing update on the progress that is being done by the committee, noting the branding and the tool kit, marketing and long-term planning of the streetscape for the Village of Paisley. Mrs. Johnston responded to questions from Members of Council. Staff was directed to bring back a resolution at the next regular meeting for council to adopt that the Municipality continues to support the Community Economic Development Initiative known as Spruce the Bruce in the Village of Paisley. Mayor and Council thanked Mrs. Johnston for her presentation. 8. Correspondence 8.1 Requiring Action Autism Ontario Participate in Raise the Flag Campaign Subsequent to discussion, Council passed the following resolution: Moved by: Councillor Kerr Seconded by: Councillor Steinacker Whereas, World Autism Awareness Day will be recognized on April 2 nd, 2016, in Canada thanks to Liberal Senator Jim Munson s Bill S-206, An Act Respecting World Autism Awareness Day; and Whereas, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects more than 100,000 Ontarian; and Whereas, ASD is now recognized as the most common neurological disorder affecting 1 in every 94 children, as well as their friends, family and community; and Whereas, ASD is a spectrum disorder, which means it not only manifests itself differently in every individual in whom it appears, but its characteristics will change over the life of each individual as well; and Whereas, a child with ASD will become an adult with ASD; and Whereas, Autism Ontario (formerly Autism Society Ontario) is Page 2 of 8

3 the leading source of information and referral on autism and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community; and Whereas, since 1973, Autism Ontario has been providing support, information and opportunities for thousands of families across the province; and Whereas, Autism Ontario is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families, the professionals with whom they interact; and Whereas, the Association and its chapters share common goals of providing information and education supporting research, and advocating for programs and services for the autism community; therefore 1) That the Council hereby declares April 2 nd as World Autism Awareness Day; and 2) That Council grants permission to the Autism Ontario Grey Bruce Chapter to fly the Autism Ontario Flag in Municipality of Arran-Elderslie on April 2 nd, Carried Resolution # For Information Subsequent to discussion, Council Moved by: Deputy Mayor Davis That Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie receives, notes and files correspondence on the Council Agenda for information purposes. Carried Resolution # Council directed that Bettyanne Cobean, Director Corporate Services be invited to attend a future council meeting to provide further information on the report Town of South Bruce Peninsula dated January 7 th, Events/Notices None 9. Staff Reports 9.1 Clerk-Administrator Peggy Rouse Councillor Dudgeon declared a pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with the next item and did not participate in the decision or the vote SRCLK Request for Comments B Dudgeon P. Rouse, Clerk-Administrator, responded to questions from Moved by: Councillor Steinacker Seconded by: Councillor Kerr 1) That SRCLK be received Request for Comments B Dudgeon; 2) That Council directs staff to submit to the County of Bruce Planning and Economic Development Department, the Municipality s position of no objection to permit a severance of the property owned by Brian and Kim Dudgeon, described as Concession 13 Part Lot 36 R Except Part Lot 3 3R8252 (Elderslie), Municipality of Arran- Elderslie and located at 14 Bruce Road 40 by imposing the following conditions of granting for Consent File No. B : a) That a surveyor s drawing be completed and a copy Page 3 of 8

4 filed with the Municipal Clerk, the Registrar and two (2) copies filed with the Approval Authority for the County of Bruce; and b) That the Clerk of the Municipality provides written confirmation to the approval Authority that zoning amendment Z is in full force and effect. Carried Resolution # SRCLK Update LCBO Store No. 615 Paisley Lease Renewal P. Rouse, Clerk-Administrator, responded to questions from Moved by: Councillor Dudgeon Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Davis 1) That SRCLK be received Update LCBO Store No. 615 Paisley Lease Renewal; 2) That Council approve the ten (10) year lease agreement extension and Amending Agreement with Liquor Control Board of Ontario for the LCBO Store No. 615 in Paisley; and 3) That the Clerk-Administrator be authorized to execute the lease agreement Extension and Amending Agreement. Carried Resolution # SRCLK Request for Comments B Biermans P. Rouse, Clerk-Administrator, responded to questions from Moved by: Councillor Steinacker 1) That SRCLK be received Request for Comments B Biermans; 2) That Council directs staff to submit to the County of Bruce Planning and Economic Development Department, the Municipality s position of no objection to permit a severance of the property owned by Harry Biermans, described as Concession 13 Part Lot 27 (Elderslie), Municipality of Arran- Elderslie and located at 370 Bruce Road 40 by imposing the following conditions of granting for Consent File No. B : a) That a surveyor s drawing be completed and a copy filed with the Municipal Clerk, the Registrar and two (2) copies filed with the Approval Authority for the County of Bruce; b) That the Chief Building Official provide written confirmation that a change of use permit for the barn located on Concession 13, Part Lot 27 (Elderslie) has been obtained from the Municipality and that all apparatus associated with the former use of the structure as a livestock facility has been removed; and c) That the Clerk of the Municipality provides written confirmation to the approval Authority that zoning amendment Z is in full force and effect. Carried Resolution # SRCLK Request for Comments Proposed Local Official Plan South Bruce Peninsula P. Rouse, Clerk-Administrator, responded to questions from Page 4 of 8

5 Moved by: Councillor Steinacker 1) That SRCLK be received Request for Comments Proposed Local Official Plan Town of South Bruce Peninsula; 2) That Council directs staff to submit to the County of Bruce Planning and Economic Development Department, the Municipality s position of no comments to the proposed Local Official Plan regarding the Rural Areas policies of the plan for the Town of South Bruce Peninsula. Carried Resolution # A recess was held at this time (10:26 a.m. 10:38 a.m.). 9.2 Treasurer David Hunks Accounts Payable Voucher # D. Hunks, Treasurer, responded to questions from Members of Council. Subsequent to further discussion, Council passed the following resolution: Moved by: Councillor Dudgeon Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Davis That Accounts Payable Voucher # dated February 8 th, 2016 in the amount of $ 303, be approved for payment as submitted by the Treasurer. Carried Resolution # Works Manager Vernon Weppler None 9.4 Building Department Patrick Johnston SRCBO Building Report January 2016 P. Johnson, Chief Building Official, responded to questions from Moved by: Councillor Kerr Seconded by: Councillor Bell That SRCBO Building Report January 2016 be received for information purposes. Carried Resolution # Recreation Department Ann McArthur None 9.6 Fire Departments None 9.7 Planning Department Brian McHattie Memo Electric Vehicle Chargers Ontario Program Grant Subsequent to further discussion, Council passed the following resolution: Moved by: Councillor Bell Seconded by: Councillor Hammell 1) That Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie is a willing partner in the Electric Vehicle Chargers Ontario Program; and 2) That the Municipality is prepared to make parking spaces available for charging stations in the areas identified in this application. Carried Resolution # Council directed that the spot in Chesley should be in the Page 5 of 8

6 downtown core. 10. Reports of Members of Council Bell: Councillor Bell advised that he had attended the Chesley Physician Recruitment meeting and the public meeting regarding the McCurdy Bridge and that he will be attending the Chesley Soccer and Wind Turbine this week and Chesley Fire Board meeting next week. Hammell: Councillor Hammell advised that he had nothing additional to report that has not already been discussed. Kerr: Councillor Kerr advised that he had nothing additional to report that has not already been discussed. Steinacker: Councillor Steinacker advised that he had nothing additional to report that has not already been discussed. Dudgeon: Councillor Dudgeon advised that he had nothing additional to report that has not already been discussed. Deputy Mayor Davis: Deputy Mayor Davis advised that he had nothing additional to report that has not already been discussed. Mayor Eagleson: Mayor Eagleson updated council regarding his meeting schedule and events since the last council meeting, noting that he had attended the Public Meeting for the McCurdy Bridge. 11. Health and Safety None 12. Other Business None 13. Notice of Motion None 14. By-law(s) Zoning By-law Amendment Z (Underwood) Moved by: Councillor Hammell Seconded by: Councillor Bell That By-law No be introduced and taken as read a first and second time, being a By-law to amend Schedule A of By-law No , as amended (Being the Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie) re: Concession 7 Lot 1 & 2 (Arran) Arran-Elderslie Tax Rolls: & Carried Resolution # Moved by: Councillor Hammell Seconded by: Councillor Bell That By-law No be taken as read a third and final time; to be signed, sealed and engrossed in the By-law Book. Carried Resolution # Deputy Mayor Davis declared a pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with the next item and did not participate in the decision or the vote Close Portion of Massey Terrace Village of Tara Moved by: Councillor Steinacker Page 6 of 8

7 That By-law No be introduced and taken as read a first and second time, being a By-law to permanently close a portion of Massey Terrace Road Allowance in the former Village of Tara. Carried Resolution # Moved by: Councillor Dudgeon Seconded by: Councillor Steinacker That By-law No be taken as read a third and final time; to be signed, sealed and engrossed in the By-law Book. Carried Resolution # Resolution to Move into Closed Session and General Nature Thereof The Mayor advised that Council will go into closed session at 11:24 a.m. for the purpose of matters identified in the motion below. Moved by: Deputy Mayor Davis That Council of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie does now go into closed session to discuss an item(s) which relates to: 1) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees, 2) Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (Natural Gas Project) Staff authorized to Remain: Clerk Carried Resolution # Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session Council arose from closed session and the regular session resumed at 12:10 p.m. The Mayor confirmed that Council discussed only those matters identified in the motion above. 17. Adoption of Recommendations Arising from Closed Session Moved by: Councillor Dudgeon Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Davis That Council hereby approves the direction provided in the Closed Session related to personal matter. Carried Resolution # Confirming By-law By-law Confirming By-law Moved by: Councillor Bell Seconded by: Councillor Hammell That By-law No be introduced and taken as read a first and second time, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the council meeting of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie held February 8 th, Carried Resolution # Moved by: Councillor Hammell Seconded by: Councillor Bell That By-law No be taken as read a third and final time; to be signed, sealed and engrossed in the By-law Book. Carried Resolution # Adjournment Moved by: Councillor Kerr Seconded by: Councillor Hammell That the meeting be adjourned to the call of the Mayor. Carried Resolution # The meeting was adjourned at 12:14 p.m. Page 7 of 8

8 Original Signed by Paul Eagleson, Mayor Original Signed by Peggy Rouse, Clerk-Administrator Page 8 of 8