A public and regular meeting of Council was held in Council Chambers.

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1 THE FIFTY-SEVENTH MEETING A public and regular meeting of Council was held in Council Chambers. Present Council: Staff: SDG Counties: Mayor Bryan McGillis Deputy Mayor Tammy Hart Councillors Barry Brownlee, Richard Waldroff and Cindy Woods Betty de Haan, Hilton Cryderman Jack Sullivan Official Plan Amendment No. 14 A public meeting commencing at 6:30 PM was held to consider Official Plan Amendment (OPA) No. 14 Hilton Cryderman, Manager of Building and Development provided verbal confirmation regarding OPA #14 advertising and the purpose of this amendment. The purpose of Amendment No. 14 to the Official Plan for the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry is: 1. To add an area to the Urban Settlement Area of Long Sault and redesignate the area as Residential District ; and 2. To simultaneously remove areas from the Urban Settlement Area of Newington, the Rural Settlement Area of Osnabruck Centre and the Rural Settlement Area of Lunenburg and re-designate the areas as Agricultural Resource Lands. Several persons were in attendance. The Mayor invited persons forward in support and opposition of OPA # 14. Mr. Russell Hart, 52 Barnhart Drive, provided a form of petition with forty (40) names for Council to recognize and acknowledge, and outlined some of his concerns, those being, traffic volume; agricultural land / open and scenic space; other areas of significant development in Long Sault; loss of character and quality of life; disjointed development; additional noise; loss of wildlife; increased need for public services. Mr. Hart also indicated that he was not opposed to economic development but was of the opinion this was disjointed, and appeared to be a lack of open and transparent process with a lot of rumors and speculation. Ms. Peggy McDonald, 2 Barry Street, provided positive notes as to why residents locate in Long Sault and then proceeded with her concerns regarding OPA #14: understood that a corridor across Long Sault was being developed and that vehicles from Highway #401 and other hamlet streets, could drive through; increase in traffic volume, emissions, noise; vehicular exit; parking issues; degradation of village culture / residential; streetscape and natural beauty could change dramatically. Ms. McDonald has requested an opportunity to work with the developer and indicated that she would prepare an issue paper with solution to the matters of concern. Mr. Cryderman clarified that at this time, no set traffic layout for roads had been determined. Those in attendance were advised that the meeting was for the OPA only and that there will be a future public meeting regarding zoning and subdivision applications. Hilton also stated that the current Official Plan allows for development as rural district, however water and sewer services are preferred.

2 Clarification was requested regarding linking by pedestrian walkways. Mr. Jack Sullivan from the SDG Counties Planning Department explained the need for development to be brought into the settlement area, and the Ministry would like everything south of Highway # 401 to be included, as these lands, more or less, have been designated rural versus agricultural in the Official Plan. On behalf of Mr. Newell Brown as developer, Mr. Fawthrop commented on preliminary plans, in that the traffic outlet is to SDG County Road 36, east of Barnhart, and therefore should not have any significant impact on traffic; in addition regard for trees, swales for drainage, park in the middle of the development, and pedestrian walkways and infrastructure (public works) will all be considered. Mr. Jay Young, Barlow Road, provided comments regarding clarification of the notice and basically was not in favour of OPA #14 as this would create a change at the expense of someone else, and wishes to retain the privilege to appeal. Developer Mr. Newell Brown then thanked everyone for the meeting opportunity and their concerns as local citizens. Mr. Brown reiterated the fact that they have hired a reputable engineering firm including planning and that he would try, as much as economically feasible to address their concerns. The public meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m. Regular Meeting at 7:05 PM Present Council: Mayor Bryan McGillis Deputy Mayor Tammy Hart Councillors Barry Brownlee, Richard Waldroff and Cindy Woods Staff: Hilton Cryderman Ross Gellately Johanna Barkley Betty de Haan Roger Desjardins Loriann Harbers Call to Order/Opening Remarks The Lord s Prayer was recited. Confirmation of Agenda Council was advised of the deferral of Administration Report A , By-law No and the requirement of a Closed Session. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest - nil Approval of Minutes Resolution No. 159/ Approval of Minutes Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Councillor Woods Be it resolved that the minutes of May 7, 9 and 23, 2012 be adopted as circulated.

3 Committee / Departmental Reports Fire & Rescue - Roger Desjardins Reports received and filed. An overview of the number and types of calls during the month of May was provided. Chief Desjardins advised that one of the burn calls was illegal and that he will investigate the possibility of laying charges. Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Mulhearn was in attendance to provide an update to Council with regards to the work of the OPP. Discussion included additional signage and enforcement on French Avenue as a result of a request in this regard. Sergeant Mulhearn was advised of a call received concerning trespassing at the Stormont County Fairground in Newington. Finance - Johanna Barkley Mrs. Barkley presented proposed changes to the Township Fees and Charges By-law. The presentation provided a comparison to 2011 fees and charges. Discussion included the incorporating the existing taxi and limousine license fees into the Fees and Charges By-law. Resolution No. 160/ Property Tax Adjustment Moved by Councillor Brownlee, Seconded by Councillor Waldroff Whereas pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, Sections 357 and 358, adjustments to reductions in property taxes are to be approved by Council. Now therefore be it resolved that Council approves the recommended adjustments dated June 7, 2012 as presented. Resolution No. 161/ Report No. F Moved by Councillor Brownlee, Seconded by Councillor Woods presented in Finance Department Report No. F with regards to the Sale of Land by Tax Arrears. Resolution No. 162/2012 Report No. F Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hart presented in Finance Department Report No. F with regards to financial support for the Lost Villages Historical Society. Resolution No. 163/ Accounts Approval Moved by Councillor Brownlee, Seconded by Councillor Woods Be it resolved that Council accepts the Accounts Approval Report dated June 8, 2012, in the amount of $828, Public Works Operations - Ross Gellately

4 Mr. Gellately advised that gravel resurfacing has begun and is on-going. In addition, Council was advised that the CN railway crossing on Richmond Drive is scheduled for reconstruction next week. Discussion included the Newington rink board project and the fireworks display scheduled for Canada Day. Additionally, Mr. Gellately provided an overview of the proposed Streetlight Shade Policy and an update concerning the status of the Ault Island Causeway. Council was advised a delegation will be in attendance with regards to this project at the June 27, 2012 regular meeting. Resolution No. 164/ Streetlight Shade Policy Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Brownlee Be it resolved that Council adopt the Streetlight Shade Policy dated, as presented. Resolution No. 165/ DWQMS Endorsement Moved by Councillor Brownlee, Seconded by Councillor Waldroff Be it resolved that Council acknowledges and authorizes regular amendments and updates to the Township s Drinking Water Quality Management System. Further, that as owner of the system, Council endorses the June 13, 2012 amendments. Mr. Chris Eamon, Caneau Representative was present to provide an update to Council with regards to water and wastewater operations. Discussion included the installation of new zebra mussel lines and the completion of the spring hydrant flushing program. Building/Development - Hilton Cryderman Discussion included building permit statistics for the month of May and the requirement for a revised grading plan in the Rosedale Subdivision. Resolution No. 166/ Official Plan Amendment No. 14 Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Woods Whereas Council has hosted a public meeting and heard public comment to consider a proposed Settlement Area Land Exchange Official Plan Amendment under Section 17 of the Planning Act; Now therefore be it resolved that Council supports Official Plan Amendment No. 14 and instructs staff to forward the necessary documentation to the United Counties of SD&G Planning Department. Clarification was made with regards to Official Plan Amendment No. 14. This process will allow the Urban Settlement area; specific concerns will be addressed through the subdivision and Zoning Amendment processes. Resolution No. 167/ Rosedale Subdivision Drainage Easement Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Waldroff presented in Building and Development Department Report No. P with regards to Rosedale Subdivision, Drainage Easement.

5 Resolution No. 168/2012 Data Sharing Agreement Moved by Councillor Woods, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hart presented in Building and Development Department Report No. P with regards to Data Sharing Agreements. Mr. Cryderman explained that new GIS layers are available through various agencies and upon signing an agreement the Township is able to obtain the data. Resolution No. 169/ Consent Application No. B-61/12 Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Councillor Brownlee Be it resolved that Council approves the granting of Consent Application No. B-61/12 with the following condition that the applicant pay to the Township of South Stormont cash-in-lieu of parkland equal to 3% of the value of the severed properties based on assessed vacant land value (minimum $200.00, per severance, pursuant to By-Law No ). Mr. Cryderman advised that it has been recommended that the full draft plan approval be undertaken for the final phase of the Rosedale Subdivision. This is due to the dated original agreement and the need for revised servicing and lot grading arrangements. Administration - Betty de Haan Resolution No. 170/2012 Livestock Valuer Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Woods presented in Administration Department Report No. A with regards to the Livestock Valuer Appointment and Process. Motions/Discussion Resolution No. 171/2012 Cornwall Community Hospital Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Woods Whereas Council had requested an update, and has received a response from Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) on the status of their language policy; And whereas this matter is important to South Stormont as it concerns the hiring of local residents and Council wishes to ensure fair treatment; And whereas Council has considered the response from CCH. Now therefore Council of the Township of South Stormont approves of the redirection of the $30,000 budget commitment for 2012 to Hospice Cornwall. Deferred. Councillor Woods explained that Hospice Cornwall does not have language policies and further, due to research undertaken advises that the restructuring of the Cornwall Community Hospital has been fully funded by the Province.

6 Discussion ensued with regards to the original commitment of the Township for the donation of the funds. As a result, Council agrees to defer the motion and instruct staff to investigate. By-Laws Resolution No. 172/ By-law Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hart Be it resolved that the following by-laws be read and passed in open Council, signed and sealed this 13 th day of June, 2012: A By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of Council (May) A By-law to Establish Rates for the Supply of Water and Sewer Services A By-law to Establish Various Fees and Charges A By-law to Repeal By-law No and to Rename Part of Yolanda Street A By-law to Appoint a Livestock Valuer A By-law to Authorize a Rate Adjustment (Cornwall Electric) A By-law to Impose Special Annual Drainage Rates (Jackson) A By-law to Enter into a Data Sharing Agreement with Union Gas Ltd A By-law to Amend By-law (Pool Fence) Clarification was made with regards to the amending pool fence by-law. New Business Closed Session That Council proceed in a closed meeting in order to address a matter pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees. Resolution No. 173/ Move into a Closed Meeting Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Councillor Woods Be it resolved that Council move into a closed meeting at 8:10 p.m. Resolution No. 174/ Move out of a Closed Meeting Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Waldroff Be it resolved that Council move out of this closed meeting at 9:15 p.m. Resolution No. 175/2012 Code of Conduct Policy Moved by Councillor Waldroff, Seconded by Councillor Woods Be it resolved that Council instructs the Clerk to complete the Code of Conduct policy, including a process for an Integrity Commissioner for members of Council.

7 Adjournment Resolution No. 176/ Adjournment Moved by Deputy Mayor Hart, Seconded by Councillor Waldroff Be it resolved that Council adjourn this regular meeting of Council at 9:17 p.m. and return to the call of the chair. Original signed by Bryan McGillis Mayor Original signed by Betty de Haan Clerk