October 13, 2011MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
AGENDA
COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 13, 2011
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, WEST ELGIN MUNICIPAL BUILDING
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
MINUTES (Al A34)
*September 8, 2011
*September 8, 2011
*September 8, 2011
*September 22, 2011
*September 22, 2011
*September 22, 2011
*September 27, 2011
*September 29, 2011
BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
DELEGATIONS
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
Paul Gangle, Shawn Dowling re: water and garbage rates
Consideration Meeting Newtens Drain
Bill McIntyre pool fencing by -law (D4)
REPORTS (C1 -C8)
1. ROADS
a) *Monthly Report
b) *Report re: Temporary Winter Operator
Council
Court of Revision Kalita- Pfeifer Drain
Court of Revision Talbot Line Drain
Council
Public Meeting Zoning Amendment (Buurma)
Committee of Adjustment (Breck's Bulbs)
Public Meeting Sunday Gun Hunting
Public Meeting Zoning Amendment (Seaside)
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c) *Report re: Temporary Winter Operator
2. RECREATIONIEMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
a) *Monthly Report
3. BUILDING
a) *Monthly Report for August
4. WATER
a) *Monthly Report
b) Acceptance of Financial Plan
c) Acceptance of Secondary Water Rate Report
5. BY -LAW ENFORCEMENT
a) *Monthly Report
6. DRAINS
a) Quotation for Morden Drain maintenance
b) Quotation for Willsie Drain maintenance
7. WEST ELGIN PRIMARY SYSTEM
8. ADMINISTRATION
a) *Repoli re: Tax Sales Results
b) Quotations for Rodney Sewage Treatment Plant roof
c) Quotations for generator
d) Insurance quotes
ACCOUNTS
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CORRESPONDENCE (D1 D35)
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION RECOMMENDED:
1.* Optimist Club of West Lorne Inc. request for support for the Adult Fun
Night;
2.* Southwest Economic Alliance request for support of a resolution for
establishment of a provincial Southwestern Ontario Development Fund;
3.* Wollaston Township request for support of a resolution regarding the
lack of municipal control over in- ground solar panel installations;
4.* Bill McIntyre request to review the pool fence by -law;
5.* MADD Canada; Ontario Public Health Association, Centre for Addiction
and Mental Health request for a resolution opposing the sale of liquor,
beer or wine in convenience stores;
6.* Optimist Club of West Lorne request for support of the Santa Claus
Parade road closure and funding;
7.* Township of Tiny request for support of a resolution opposing the
privatization of water treatment services;
8.* Rodney Santa Claus Parade Committee request for financial support;
road closure and road department assistance;
9.* Elgin County information regarding contract of retired President and
C.E.O. of St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital;
10.* City of St. Thomas request to discuss Fire Dispatch Service;
11.* Steve Peters Tri- County Management Committee;
12.* AMO -CETA update- request for support of a resolution regarding Canada
EU Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement;
13.* United Way Toronto notification of the agency receiving the Settlement
Fund;
14* Elgin Group Police Services Board Policing Costs
RECOMMENDED TO ACCEPT FILE:
15. AMO
Provincial Election 2011- Liberal Platform Bulletin 1;
Watch File September 8, 2001
Watch File September 15, 2011;
Watch File September 22, 2011;
Watch File September 29, 2011;
Watch File October 6, 2011;
16. Ontario Property and Environmental Rights Alliance re: Closing Down
Rural Ontario;
17. Township of Malahide resolution to County for the County Road
Maintenance Agreement;
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18. Ministry of Citizenship Immigration nominations for the June Callwood
Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism in Ontario;
19. Serenity House request for financial support;
20. Township of Southwold passing of resolution for Fire Dispatch Service;
21. ST. Thomas -Elgin Local Immigration Partnership Invitation to
Roundtable discussion at West Lorne complex;
22. Central Elgin County Road Maintenance Agreement;
23. Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority Minutes of meeting held
on August 25, 2011;
24. Municipality of Bayham Fire Dispatch Services;
25. Township of Malahide Fire Dispatch Services;
26. Union Gas application issued by Ontario Energy Board;
27. Ministry of Agriculture, Food Rural Affairs Premier's Award for Agri
Food Innovation Excellence;
28. Elgin County Land Division Committee Notice of Decision William Dan
Kersten (E85/11);
29. Elgin County Land Division Committee Notice of Decision 571419
Ontario Limited (E77/11);
30. Elgin County Land Division Committee Notice of Decision James
Frank Hay (E92111);
31. Ministry of Environment renewal of Permit to Take Water;
32. Canadian Cancer Society invitation for workshops;
33. Ministry of Municipal Affairs Housing re; Municipal Performance
Measurement Program reporting requirements for 2011;
34. Thames Valley District School Board 2010 -2011 Report;
35. Chatham -Kent Public Utilities Commission notice of public information
meeting for 2011 Water and Wastewater Master Plan;
BY -LAWS:
By -law No. 2011 -61
By -law No. 2011 -64
By -law No. 2011 -65
MINUTES (E1 -E2)
Idling Control By -law
Newtens Drain (first second reading only)
Agreement with Stewardship Ontario
West Elgin Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting, October 5, 2010
West Elgin Arena Board August 9, 2011
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OTHER BUSINESS (F1 -F3)
1. `Ontario West Municipal Conference November 25, 2011
2. Council announcements
3. Closed session property matter
Information enclosed
CONFIRMING BY -LAW
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETINGS:
October 27, 2011
Council
MEMBERS PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
SUBJECT: MINUTES
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
Mayor Bernie Wiehle, Deputy Mayor Mary Bodnar
Councillors Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard Leatham
Joanne Groch
Norma Bryant
Jeff Slater
Mike Kalita
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:
None
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF AGENDA
SUBJECT: BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
None
SUBJECT: ROAD DEPARTMENT REPORT
Administrator/Treasurer
Clerk
Recreation Superintendent
Water Superintendent
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin approves
the agenda for September 8, 2011 as printed and circulated.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 2 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
July 21, 2011 Council
July 21, 2011 Public Meeting Rezoning (22102 Gibb Line)
July 21, 2011 Public Meeting Rezoning (21455 Marsh Line)
July 21, 2011 Court of Revision Kalita- Pfeifer Drain
July 21, 2011 Court of Revision Talbot Line Drain
August 11, 2011 Council
August 25, 2011 Special Council
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 3 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the August 2011 Roads Report be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
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SUBJECT: COUNTY GATEWAY SIGNS
RES. NO. 4 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin agrees to
cut grass and weeds around the County of Elgin gateway signs.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: RECREATION DEPARTMENT REPORT
RES. NO. 5 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Recreation Report dated September 8, 2011 be
received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: ELGIN COUNTY FIRE COMMUNICIATION COMMITTEE
RES. NO. 6 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the following represent the Municipality of West Elgin on
the Elgin County Fire Communication Committee:
Mayor
Administrator/Treasurer, alternate
2 Fire Chiefs.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: WATER DEPARTMENT REPORT
RES. NO. 7 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the August 2011 Water Department Report be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: PORT GLASGOW TRAILER PARK SEWAGE SYSTEM
RES. NO. 8 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the minutes of the site meeting held on August 16, 2011
re: Port Glasgow Trailer Park Phase 1 Sewage Treatment System be
received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 9 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that Council put on hold Resolution No. 10 passed on July 21,
2011 until further direction is given by Council.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: DRAFT RATE STUDY
RES. NO. 10 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the Draft Rate Report prepared by Sharratt Water
Management be received and that Mr. Sharratt attends a future council
meeting to discuss report.
DISPOSITION: Carried
September 8/11...Pg 3 of 12
SUBJECT: DRAFT FINANCIAL PLAN
RES. NO. 11 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Draft Financial Plan prepared by Sharratt Water
Management be received and that Mr. Sharratt attends a future council
meeting to discuss report.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: CLOSED SESSION
RES. NO. 12 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin adjourn to a
closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 13 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin do now rise
and report.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Mayor reported that the Rodney Fire Chief had provided information regarding a fire
inspection.
SUBJECT: PORT GLASGOW TRAILER PARK SEWAGE SYSTEM
RES. NO. 14 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that Council direct the Water Superintendent to contact All
Season to dig a trench around 3 sides of the new septic bed, work to be
performed after October 10
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: BUILDING DEPARTMENT REPORT
RES. NO. 15 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the Building Report for July 2011 be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: BY -LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORT
RES. NO.16 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the By -law Enforcement Report dated September 8, 2011
be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: DRAFT ANTI IDLING BY -LAW
RES. NO. 17 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the draft anti idling by -law be received and that the by-
law be prepared for adoption.
DISPOSITION: Carried
September 8/11...Pg 4 of 12
SUBJECT: TENDER FOR KALITA- PFEIFER DRAIN
Council received the following quotations for the Kalita- Pfeifer Drain:
TENDER (plus taxes)
$27,300.00
$28,595.00
AG Hayter Contracting
Van Bree Drainage Bulldozing
RES. NO. 18 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin accepts the
tender of A. G. Hayter Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $27,300.00 plus
taxes for Kalita- Pfeifer Drain.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: TENDER FOR TALBOT LINE DRAIN
Council received the following quotations for the Talbot Line Drain:
TENDER (plus taxes)
$51,900.00
$48,010.00
AG Hayter Contracting
Van Bree Drainage Bulldozing
RES. NO. 19 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin accepts the
tender of Van Bree Drainage Bulldozing Ltd. in the amount of
$48,010.00 plus taxes for Talbot Line Drain.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: ACCOUNTS
RES. NO. 20 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Mayor and Administrator/Treasurer are hereby
authorized to sign Payment Voucher #9 amounting to $605,650.53 in
settlement of General, Road, Water and Arena Accounts (including
cheques: #9263- 9454).
DISPOSITION: Carried
DELEGATION: ACTIVE ELGIN COALITION
In attendance: Darrell Jutzi, Public Health; Jackie Anger, YWCA; Erica Arnette
Mr. Jutzi and Ms. Anger gave a PowerPoint presentation. One of the goals of the Active
Elgin Coalition is to increase awareness and participation in leisure services in Elgin
County. A guide was produced in January. It is a free service for organizations to be
included in the guide. The next Active Elgin day is in September at East Elgin
Community Centre.
Council recessed to hold two Court of Revisions and resumed their meeting thereafter.
DELEGATION: CHRISTENE SCRIMGEOUR 2010 AUDIT REPORT
Ms. Scrimgeour presented the draft 2010 Consolidated Financial Report. It is current to
today's date as required by legislation.
September 8/11...Pg 5 of 12
RES. NO. 21 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin approves
the draft audited financial statements for 2010 as presented by Christene
Scrimgeour and recognizes her letter of independence.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: WEST ELGIN PRIMARY SYSTEM
It was reported that the Tri County Management Committee had authorized a refund of
$40,661.22 to the member municipalities for an engineering study on the consequences
of Dutton /Dunwich withdrawing from the primary system. The question is where are the
monies to pay for this expenditure coming from? After extensive discussion the
following resolution was introduced:
The Deputy Mayor requested a recorded vote.
RES. NO. 22 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin request Tri
County Management Committee to appoint a mediator to try and resolve
differences between member municipalities and toward reaching a new
management agreement that is mutually beneficial to all members while
continuing negotiations. If this is agreeable, that refunds in the amount of
$40,661.22 would be deferred at this time.
Leatham Yes Bodnar No
Miller Yes Wiehle No
Aldred No
DISPOSITION: Defeated
After further discussion the following resolution was introduced:
Councillor Miller requested a recorded vote.
RES. NO. 23 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
WHEREAS the Tri County Management Committee approved a motion to
refund $40,661.22 to member municipalities;
AND WHEREAS no direction by Tri County Management Committee was
given as to where the monies to pay for these expenditures comes from;
AND WHEREAS West Elgin having received notification from
Dutton /Dunwich of their intent to reduce water takings from the West Elgin
Primary system, West Elgin was compelled to have this engineering work
undertaken to ensure the safety and integrity of the primary system;
AND WHEREAS an ad hoc committee has been discussing a new
management agreement;
THEREFORE this amount be included in the 2011 Tri County budget;
AND FURTHER that West Elgin advises and requests the Tri County
Management Committee arbitrate this budget item as per section 2.4 of
the agreement;
AND FURTHER that the Ad Hoc Committee continue to negotiate a new
management agreement.
Leatham No Bodnar Yes
Miller No Wiehle Yes
Aldred Yes
DISPOSITION: Carried
to
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SUBJECT: RECALCULATION OF RESERVE FUND FOR LANDFILL CLOSURE
RES.NO. 24 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the report from the WESA outlining a re- calculation of
reserve fund for closure of the West Elgin Landfill Site be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: INTEGRATED ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS
RES. NO. 25 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the report from the Clerk re: Integrated Accessibility
Standards be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE
1. Ontario Federation of Independent Towers request for support of a resolution to
terminate a Request for Proposal
Instruction:
RES. NO. 26 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin is in support of a
resolution put forth by the Ontario Federation of independent Towers
opposing a request for proposal that would transfer the authority of vehicle
impoundments from the Ministry of Transportation to the OPP and the
changes it proposes.
DISPOSITION: Carried
2. Elgin Group Police Services Board request for support of a resolution regarding
Ontario Municipalities Operating with Contract Police Services
Instruction:
RES. NO. 27 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin is in support of a
resolution put forth by the Elgin Group Police Services Board dated July
20, 2011.
DISPOSITION: Carried
3. DigNorth Private Members Bill 180; Ontario Once Call Act, 2011
Instruction: File
4. Town of Ingersoll request for support of a resolution opposing a request for
proposal that would transfer vehicle impoundments
Instruction: File
5. Intech Clean Energy proposal for community project for a PV plant
Instruction:
RES. NO. 28 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin advisees Intech
Energy that West Elgin is not interested in a community solar panel project
for the lands at the Rodney Sewage Treatment Plant.
DISPOSITION: Carried
September 8/11...Pg 7 of 12
SUBJECT: INTECH SOLAR FARM SECOND STREET
The Mayor suggested that the municipality should withdraw our offer to use the Rodney
sewage treatment lands as an alternative to the Second Street site. After discussion the
following resolution was introduced:
Councillor Miller requested a recorded vote.
RES. NO. 29 RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin withdraws its
offer of use of Rodney sewage treatment lands as an alternate to Second
Street solar site since the Second Street site application has not been
dropped.
SUBJECT: CURFEW
Leatham Yes Bodnar Yes
Miller No Wiehle Yes
Aldred Yes
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE cont'd
6. Ontario Municipal Board Decision of the Board re; Lou Nirta
Instruction: File
7. Christine Heffer request to endorse Lyme disease petition
instruction:
RES. NO. 30 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that Council of the Municipality of West Elgin supports the
petition of Christine Heffer regarding lyme disease.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 31 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin authorizes
that this meeting of Council extend beyond the curfew of 5:00 p.m.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE cont'd
8. Elgin County Land Division Committee Application for Consent Application
E92/11 James Frank Hay
Instruction:
RES. NO. 32 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin have the
following comments regarding Severance Application 92/11 applied for by
James Frank Hay.
In accordance with Section 10.4.3 of the Municipality of West Elgin Official
Plan, Council supports application E92/11.
AND FURTHER that the Elgin County Land Division Committee be
requested to include the following condition to which the LDC would certify
is satisfied:
1. That the lands being conveyed are merged in the same name and
title as the lands to which they are being added.
A -8
September 8/11...Pg 8 of 12
RES. NO. 32 cont'd
2. That Section 50(3) of the Planning Aci, R.S.O. 1990, as amended,
shall apply to any future transactions or conveyances on the subject
lands.
DISPOSITION: Carried
9. Elgin County Land Division Committee Application for Consent Application
E85/11 William Dan Kersten
Instruction:
RES. NO. 33 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin have the
following comments regarding Severance Application E85/11 applied for by
William Dan Kersten.
In accordance with Section 6.2.9 (surplus farm dwellings) of the Municipality
of West Elgin Official Plan, Council supports application E85/11 subject to the
following conditions:
1. Subject to rezoning
2. Subject to apportionment of Municipal Drainage assessments
3. Subject to drainage outlet drainage agreement, if required
4. Subject to requirements of the Municipal Road Department regarding
access and /or drainage.
5. Subject to no further residential development on the retained
agricultural portion.
6. Subject to water and /or sewer connection fees, if applicable
7. That the owner has the necessary review and assessment conducted
on the existing sewage disposal system to confirm its adequacy and /or
necessary replacement.
8. Two copies of the registered reference plan, together with a copy of the
said plan showing the locations and dimensions of all buildings and
structures, are submitted to the satisfaction of the municipality
9. Taxes to be paid in full
AND FURTHER to ensure that the surplus dwelling provisions are being
met and the severed lands are being sold to a bonafide farmer, the Elgin
County Land Division Committee be requested to include the following
condition to which the LDC would certify is satisfied:
That the lands being conveyed be transferred in title to Shawn
Ashley Gillis.
DISPOSITION: Carried
10. Elgin County Land Division Committee Application for Consent Application
E877/11 571419 Ontario Limited
Instruction:
RES. NO. 34 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin have the
following comments regarding Severance Application E77/11 applied for by
571419 Ontario Limited.
In accordance with Section 6.2.9 (surplus farm dwellings) of the Municipality
of West Elgin Official Plan, Council supports application E77/11 subject to the
following conditions:
1. Subject to rezoning.
2. Subject to apportionment of Municipal Drainage assessments
3. Subject to drainage outlet drainage agreement, if required
4. Subject to requirements of the Municipal Road Department regarding
access and /or drainage.
September 8/11...Pg 9 of 12
RES. NO. 34 cont'd
5. Subject to no further residential development on the retained
agricultural portion.
6. Subject to water and /or sewer connection fees, if applicable
7. For lot with buildings That the owner has the necessary review and
assessment conducted on the existing sewage disposal system to
confirm its adequacy and /or necessary replacement.
8. Two copies of the registered reference plan, together with a copy of the
said plan showing the locations and dimensions of all buildings and
structures, are submitted to the satisfaction of the municipality
9. Taxes to be paid in full
DISPOSITION: Carried
11. Municipality of Dutton /Dunwich re: Four Counties Transit
Instruction: File
12. Town of Petrolia request for support for funding for the Town of Goderich
Instruction: File
13. Municipality of Central Elgin fire dispatch services contract renewal
Instruction:
RES. NO. 35 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leathern
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin is agreeable
in principle to renewing the agreement with the Town of Tillsonburg for fire
dispatch services effective July 2012 subject to the satisfactory negotiation
of a new service agreement including costs, inflationary indexing and
population adjustment.
DISPOSITION: Carried
14. Western Ontario Waterworks Conference, October 4 5' London
Instruction: File
15. OMWA Education Day notice October 26 Woodstock
Instruction: File
16. City of St. Thomas copy of correspondence to Minister of National Defence re
HMCS Ojibwa
Instruction: File
17. AMO
Watch File August 11, 2011
The Canada European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade
Agreement (CETA) and Municipal Governments
Watch File August 18, 2011
Coalition secures commitment to discuss impact of OPP costs on
municipalities
AMO'S 2011 Municipal Insurance Survey Results
Watch File August 25, 2011
Ontario Party Leaders Address AMO's Top 12 Asks
Watch File September 1, 2011
Local Government Week
Instruction: File
18. Ministry of Tourism and Culture publication of A Guide to Conserving Heritage
Places of Worship in Ontario Communities"
Instruction: File
01
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19. Elgin County Land Division Committee Decision Application E75/11- 509692
Ontario Ltd.
Instruction: File
20. Elgin County Land Division Committee Decision Application E74/11
509692 Ontario Ltd.
Instruction: File
21. Elgin County Land Division Committee Decision Application E65/11
Walter Bianco
Instruction: File
22. Elgin County Land Division Committee Decision Application E62//11
Hollanada Farms Limited
Instruction: File
23. LAS Natural Gas Program 2010 Reserve Fund Rebate
Instruction: File
24. Lupus Foundation of Ontario request to support awareness of Lupus Month
Instruction: File
25. MPAC Announcement of New President and Chief Administrative Officer
Instruction: File
26. The Premier of Ontario Ontario Provincial Police costs
Instruction: File
27, CUPE Ontario Child Care Worker Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day
Instruction: File
RES. NO. 36 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the correspondence be dealt with as per the instructions
of Council as noted.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: BY-LAW NO. 2011 -58 FEES CHARGES ARENA
RES. NO. 37 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the mover be granted leave to introduce a By -Law to
establish various fees and tariffs for services provided at the West Elgin
Arena and this shall be the first and second reading and provisional
adoption thereof.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 38 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that a By -law to establish various fees and tariffs for services
provided at the West Elgin Arena be now read a third time and finally
passed, signed, sealed and numbered By -law Number 2011 -58 Fees
Charges Arena
DISPOSITION: Carried
September 8111... Pg 11 of 12
SUBJECT: BY -LAW NO. 2011 -59 FEES CHARGES RECREATION
RES. NO. 39 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the mover be granted leave to introduce a By -Law to
establish various fees and tariffs for services provided by the Recreation
Department and this shall be the first and second reading and provisional
adoption thereof.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 40 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that a By -law to establish various fees and tariffs for services
provided by the Recreation Department be now read a third time and
finally passed, signed, sealed and numbered By -law Number 2011 -59
Fees Charges Recreation
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: MINUTES
RES. NO. 41 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the minutes of the following committee meetings be
received:
West Elgin Recreation Committee March 16, 2011
West Elgin Recreation Committee April 20, 2011
West Elgin Recreation Committee May 18, 2011
Tri County Management Committee Special Meeting May 30, 2011
Tri County Management Committee May 30, 2011
West Elgin Arena Board July 12, 2011
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: SIGNS FOR CRIME STOPPERS
RES. NO. 42 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that Council authorize 8 Crime Stopper signs be erected.
Location to be determined by Deputy Mayor and Road Superintendent.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: INSURANCE QUOTES
RES. NO. 43 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council engage a professional insurance consultant to
assist in an RFP for insurance to the upset limit of $2,000.00. If the quote
is above $2,000.00 the matter must be referred to Council for decision.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Deputy Mayor reported that the OPP would be making a presentation from 2 to 4
pm at the Rodney Fair.
Councillor Miller reported that Steve Evans made a presentation at the Chamber of
Commerce meeting on the County Official Plan process.
September 8111...Pg 12 of 12
Councillor Leatham reported that Rodney Fire Department had 2 fire calls last month.
The Mayor reported that a county road tour has been scheduled for the end of the
month.
SUBJECT: CLOSED SESSION
RES. NO. 44 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin adjourn to a
closed session to discuss:
Personal matters about an identifiable individual
Receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor client privilege.
DISPOSITION: Carried
Councillor Miller left the meeting at 6:10 p.m.
RES. NO. 45 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin do now rise
and report.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Mayor reported that during closed session direction was given regarding an
outstanding invoice and legal advice was received on a litigation matter.
The Mayor had apologized to Councillor Miller before he left and asked that this be
noted in the minutes. The Mayor apologized for the inappropriate things that he said
this morning in the heat of discussion.
SUBJECT: CONFIRMATION BY -LAW
RES. NO, 46 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the mover be granted leave to introduce a By -Law to
confirm the proceedings of the meeting held on September 8 2011 and
this shall be the first and second reading and provisional adoption thereof.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 47 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that a By -law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting held
on September 8' 2011 be now read a third time and finally passed,
signed, sealed and numbered By-law Number 2011- 60 Confirming By-
law September 8 2011
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
RES. NO. 48 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that this Regular Meeting of Council shall adjourn at 6:30 p.m.
to meet again on September 22, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on the 13 day of October, 2011.
Mayor Clerk
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
COURT OF REVISION
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman: Mary Bodnar
Members: Dug Aldred, Richard Leatham, Norm
Miller, Bernie Wiehle
STAFF PRESENT: Joanne Groch Administrator/Treasurer
Norma Bryant Clerk
John Ungar Drainage Superintendent
SUBJECT: SECOND SITTING COURT OF REVISION KALITA- PFEIFER
DRAIN
Also in attendance: J.M. Spriet P. Eng., Philip Pfeifer, Carmen Pfeifer, Peter
Dutchak Clayton Wafters, County of Elgin Engineering.
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Second Court of Revision for the Kalita- Pfefer
Drain be convened.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Clerk informed those present that no correspondence has been received.
RES. NO. 2 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Wiehle
RESOLVED that the Court of Revision agrees to hear the verbal
appeal from Peter Dutchak and Clayton Waters.
DISPOSITION: Carried.
Mr. Dutchak reported that this drain is to establish legal outlets during
construction of Talbot Line. The County paid for infrastructure construction within
the road allowance. These costs are in addition to what is in the drainage report.
The County will also pay special assessments because of the reditched
roadways. The County received the original report that was compiled by a
professional engineer and were comfortable with the assessments. The County
is requesting that the original assessments stand.
The County watershed is 5% of the total but paying 2/3 of the total cost. All
ratepayers in the county are subsidizing the decision of the Court based on an
appeal by a West Elgin ratepayer. This is not a dollar issue, but a matter of
principle and staff will advise County Council to appeal the revised assessment to
the Tribunal.
Member Miller noted that a lot of the Pfeifer land is a woodlot 1 wetland and will
not benefit from the drain.
Member Aldred noted that $591.00 per acre on arable land.
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Member Wiehle noted that he thought the original assessment was fair and
equitable.
The Engineer explained how the assessment was determined. He noted that the
outlet assessment for the woodland area was reduced by one half to account for
reduced runoff.
RES. NO. 3 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Court of Revision confirm the revised
assessment, dated July 21 2011, for the Kalita- Pfeifer Drain.
DISPOSTION: Carried
RES. NO. 4 Moved by Wiehle
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that there being no further business, the Second Court
of Revision on the Kalita- Pfeifer Drain be adjourned.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on the 13' day of October, 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
COURT OF REVISION
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman: Bernie Wiehle
Members: Mary Bodnar, Dug Aldred, Richard
Leatham, Norm Miller
STAFF PRESENT: Joanne Groch Administrator/Treasurer
Norma Bryant Clerk
John Ungar Drainage Superintendent
SUBJECT: SECOND SITTING COURT OF REVISION TALBOT LINE
DRAIN
Also in attendance: J.M. Spriet P. Eng., Steve Simon, George Christine
Rybiak, Peter Dutchak Clayton Watters, County of Elgin Engineering.
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Second Court of Revision for the Talbot Line
Drain be convened.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Clerk informed those present that two letters have been received. The Clerk
read letters from Charlotte Innes and Gina Norton/Tony DaSilva. The letter from
Ms. lnnes relates to the report and therefore the Court is not in a position to
respond.
The second letter from Norton DaSilva was addressed. The Engineer noted
that water from their property does go into this drain. The upstream water does
go through their property. They have been assessed for 5 acres.
RES. NO. 2 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Court of Revision agrees to hear the verbal
appeal from Peter Dutchak and Clayton Wafters.
DISPOSITION: Carried
Mr. Dutchak reported that this drain is to establish legal outlets during
construction of Talbot Line. The County paid for infrastructure construction within
the road allowance. These costs are in addition to what is in the drainage report.
This court arbitrarily bypassed the recommended assessment of the Engineer for
a West Elgin ratepayer. County Council has supported staff to appeal to the
Tribunal. Original assessment is fair and should stand.
RES. NO. 3 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Court of Revision confirm the revised
assessment, dated July 21 2011, for the Talbot Line Drain.
DISPOSTION; Carried
September 8, 2011 P. 2 of 2
RES. NO. 4 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that there being no further business, the Court of
Revision on the Talbot Line Drain be adjourned.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on the 13 day of October 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Bernie Wiehle, Deputy Mayor Mary Bodnar
Councillors: Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard Leatham
STAFF PRESENT: Joanne Groch Administrator/Treasurer
Norma Bryant Clerk
ALSO PRESENT: Ted Halwa Planning Consultant
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:
The Deputy Mayor declared a pecuniary interest in agenda item #B4.
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF AGENDA
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin approves
the agenda for September 22, 2011 as printed and circulated with the
following addition:
West Elgin Interactive Showcase
DISPOSITION: Carried
Council recessed to hold a public meeting for zoning amendment for 22336 Johnston
Line and resumed their meeting thereafter.
SUBJECT: ZONING BY -LAW AMENDMENT LOT 10, CONCESSION 2 (BUURMA)
RES. NO. 2 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Amendment to
Zoning By -law (Buurma) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE LOT 8, CONCESSION 7 (VANDERLOO)
RES. NO. 3 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Proposed
Severance (Vanderloo) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
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SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE
RES. NO. 4 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the report
Severance (Fleming) be re
DISPOSITION: Carried
LOT 1, CONCESSION 6 (A FLEMING)
from Community Planners re: Proposed
ceived.
The Deputy Mayor declared a conflict of interest with the next item and left the meeting
SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE LOT 2,CONCESSION 10 (BODNARIROSS)
Also in attendance: Steve Bodnar, Susan Ross
RES. Na 5 Moved by Leathern
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Proposed
Severance (Bodnar /Ross) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Deputy Mayor returned to the meeting.
SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE LOT 10, CONCESSION 8 (PAREZANOVIC
FARMS)
RES. NO. 6 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Proposed
Severance (Parezanovic Farms) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
Council recessed to sit as Committee of Adjustment and resumed their meeting
thereafter.
SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE LOTS 4 5, CONCESSION 9
(ROODZANT FARMS)
Also in attendance: Ed Roodzant
RES, NO. 7 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leathern
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Proposed
Severance (Roodzant Farms) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: PROPOSED SEVERANCE LOT 17, CONCESSION 8 (CAMPBELL)
Also in attendance: Barb Campbell
RES. NO. 8 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Proposed
Severance (Campbell) be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
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SUBJECT: SEASIDE WATERFRONTS INC. DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND
"COMMON ELEMENTS" CONDOMINIUM
The Planner reported to Council that municipal staff have met to discuss the proposed
infrastructure. One issue raised is winter maintenance protocol for Havens Lake Road
and need for special equipment. Council recessed for lunch and continued this
discussion later in the meeting.
DELEGATION: ALLAN WEATHERALL PAUL COLLINS, ST. THOMAS GENERAL
HOSPITAL
Mr. Collins gave a powerpoint presentation on the proposed improvements to the St.
Thomas General Hospital. The issues of today are infection control and privacy, which
have been addressed in the proposed renovations and construction. Fourteen mental
health beds-for Elgin and St. Thomas residents is part of the project and are 100%
funded by province. Community share of the funding is 10% for the balance of the
project.
DELEGATION: ED MARKHAM PARKING ON FURNIVAL ROAD
Mr. Markham asked Council to consider No Parking" on Furnival Road north and south
of village core. His customers have experienced visual issues when backing out of his
driveway due to street parking. There is not enough room for parked vehicles and two
lanes of road. He reported that OPP would enforce if proper signs were erected.
RES. NO. 9 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that Council direct staff to contact the County Engineer to
discuss "no parking by -law" on Furnival Road.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT; BUILDING INSPECTION ASSISTANCE TOWN OF GODERICH
RES. NO. 10 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin agrees to
cover our portion of payroll costs for Doug Mitton to assist the Town of
Goderich for building inspection services.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: TENDERS FOR RODNEY PUMPING STATION REPAIRS
Council reviewed a report from Spriet Associates summarizing the tenders received as
follow:
K L Construction Ltd.
Belmont Group Ltd.
Garnet Services Inc.
TENDER (plus taxes)
$161,400.00
$200,496.00
$201,848.00
RES. NO. 11 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin accepts the
tender of K L Construction in the amount of $161,400.00 plus taxes for
Rodney pumping station repairs and that the Mayor and Clerk are
authorized to sign the contract document.
DISPOSITION: Carried
September 22/11...Pg 4 of 6
DELEGATION: KEN SHARRATT RE: WATER SYSTEM DRAFT RATE STUDY
FINANCIAL PLAN
Mr. Sharratt gave a powerpoint presentation regarding the requirements for financial
plan and resulting rates. Our rates include a fixed component and a user component. A
number of rate options were presented based on changing the fixed portion. He
provided a summary of the financial plan for the years 2010 to 2017. This plan will be
reviewed again in 2015.
The Planner returned to the meeting
SUBJECT: SEASIDE WATERFRONTS INC. DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND
"COMMON ELEMENTS" CONDOMINIUM cont'd
The Planner noted that a parkland dedication of 5% could be requested. Do we want a
place for children to play? Do we want a small passive area for a "look- out this would
require access from the south? The Planner noted the location of a proposed
community block at the corner of Grey and Furnival Roads. The Planner will report back
to Council with a detailed report prior to the public meeting.
RES. NO. 12 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the report from Community Planners re: Seaside
Waterfronts Inc. Draft Plan of Subdivision /Condominium be received.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: OFFICIAL PLAN APPEAL SEASIDE WATERFRONT
The Planner reported that at the pre- hearing conference the Chair agreed to provide the
opportunity for the parties to negotiate and avoid a full hearing. The parties are working
on draft wording to bring the sides together. After this process is finished, the Board will
be requested to reconvene the hearing.
SUBJECT: PUBLIC MEETING HAVENS LAKE COMMERCIAL (SEASIDE)
The Planner reported that it is normal for zoning by -law amendment designations to
extend to the middle of the road allowance. This is why the notice included the surplus
lands. He noted that he would make it clear at the public meeting that the municipality
owns the lands. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs Housing has questioned if this
proposal conforms to the Official Plan.
CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Fisheries Oceans proposal for expansion of marina
Instruction: File
2. Elgin County Wardens Banquet
Instruction: The Deputy Mayor will attend
3. Women's Institute request to use meeting room
Instruction: No change to policy at this time
4. Invitation to Elgin Arts Trail Launch
Instruction: File
September 22/11...Pg 5 of 6
RES. NO. 13 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the correspondence be dealt with as per the instructions
of Council as noted.
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: BY -LAW NO. 2011-0 ZONING AMENDMENT (BUURMA)
RES. NO. 14 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the mover be granted leave to introduce a By -law to
amend Township of Aldborough Zoning By -law No. 90 -50, to change the
zoning of lands in Part of Lot 10, Concession 2, from the Agricultural (A1)
Zone to the Special Agricultural (A2) Zone and to the "site- specific"
Agricultural (A1 -77) Zone, and that this shall be the first and second
reading and provisional adoption thereof.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 15 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that a by -law to amend The Township of Aldborough Zoning
By -law No. 90 -50 to change the zoning of lands in Part of Lot 10,
Concession 2, from the Agricultural (A1) Zone to the Special Agricultural
(A2) Zone and to the "site- specific" Agricultural (A1 -77) Zone and shall
now be read a third time and finally passed, signed, sealed and numbered
By -law Number 2011 -62 Zone Amendment Buurma
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: EMPLOYEE CHRISTMAS PARTY BONUS
The Administrator asked if Council would support a Christmas party for all staff as in
previous years. Council requested that the fire departments be contacted to determine
their plans. Council agreed to continue with the same Christmas bonus as previous
years.
SUBJECT: INTERACTIVE SHOWCASE
The Arts& Cookery Bank are requesting office staff to assist with sign -in etc. and 3 men
for tear -down. Councillor Miller, Aldred and Leatham agreed to assist with teardown.
The Deputy Mayor agreed to assist with administrative duties. The Administrator will
approach office staff.
SUBJECT: CONDUCT AND PROCEDURES
Discussion was held regarding the role of council and conduct in council meetings.
Council directed that the fist of accounts payable and the agenda should be ready for
council pickup after noon on Tuesday of meeting week.
SUBJECT: CLOSED SESSION
RES. NO. 16 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Miller
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin adjourn to a
closed session to discuss:
A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land;
Litigation or potential litigation.
DISPOSITION: Carried
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September 22/11...Pg 6 of 6
RES. NO. 17 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin do now rise
and report.
DISPOSITION: Carried
The Mayor reported, that Council had received advice from our lawyer regarding
litigation and further discussion was held on timing of a proposed property disposition.
SUBJECT: CONFIRMATION BY -LAW
RES, NO. 18 Moved by Aldred
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the mover be granted leave to introduce a By -Law to
confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council held on September
22 2011 and this shall be the first and second reading and provisional
adoption thereof.
DISPOSITION: Carried
RES. NO. 19 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of
Council held on September 22 2011 be now read a third time and finally
passed, signed, sealed and numbered By -law Number 2011-63
Confirming By -law September 22 2011
DISPOSITION: Carried
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
RES. NO. 20 Moved by Miller
Seconded by Leatham
RESOLVED that this Regular Meeting of Council shall adjourn at 6:35 p.m.
to meet again on October 13, 2011.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on 13 day of October, 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
PUBLIC MEETING
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Bernie Wiehle, Deputy Mayor Mary Bodnar
Councillors: Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard Leatham
STAFF PRESENT: Joanne Groch Administrator/Treasurer
Norma Bryant Clerk
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Ted Halwa Planning Consultant
SUBJECT: REZONING 22336 JOHNSTON LINE (BUURMA)
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Clerk informed those present
that notice of this meeting had been given under Section 34(12) of the Planning Act by
prepaid first class mail to all assessed owners within 150 metres of the subject property
as well as provincial agencies and ministries as prescribed by regulation.
Correspondence was received from the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
indicating no objections.
The proposed amendment would change the zoning of the lands lying on the north side
of Johnston Line (County Road No. 6) west of Furnival Road from the Agricultural (A1)
Zone to the Special Agricultural (A2) Zone and to a 'site specific' Agricultural (A1
Zone. The amendment would also fulfill a condition imposed by the County of Elgin
Land Division Committee in granting Application for Consent E59111 to dispose the
surplus farm dwelling.
The lands proposed to be rezoned Special Agricultural (A2) comprise an area of 8,090
square metres (1.9 acres), a frontage of 88 metres (289 ft) and a depth of 91 metres
(299 ft). The parcel is occupied by a single unit dwelling (erected 1964); with the
balance of the lands being comprised of a driveway and landscaped open space. No
change in use is proposed. The parcel satisfies the minimum lot area, maximum lot area
and minimum lot frontage requirements (4,000 sq m, 1 ha and 50 m respectively) of the
A2 zone. Permitted uses of the A2 zone include a single unit detached dwelling, home
occupation and an accessory use.
The lands proposed to be rezoned 'site- specific' Agricultural (A1 being the balance of
the farm, comprise an area of 19.6 hectares (48.4 acres), a frontage of approximately
341 metres (1,118.8 ft) along Furnival Road and is subject to an easement for the
purpose of access between the surplus farm parcel and a drilled well located on the
property. The parcel has been cleared extensively for agricultural purposes. No change
in use is proposed. The 'site- specific' (i.e. A1-#) zoning would prohibit a dwelling being
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erected on the lands as stipulated by the PPS and the Municipality of West Elgin Official
Plan.
The subject lands are designated 'Agricultural' in the Municipality of West Elgin Official
Plan.
Councillor Leathern expressed a concern about depth of well. Councillor Miller noted
that a ratepayer had raised an issue about what is being spread beside the well. The
Mayor reported that there are limits to where human compost can be spread. Councillor
Aldred noted that the farmer is liable if don't follow rules.
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that the Public Meeting concerning a proposed Zoning By -law
Amendment for land located at Lot 10, Concession 2 (Buurma) be hereby
adjourned.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on this 13` day of October, 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman: Bernie Wiehle
Members: Mary Bodnar, Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard
Leatham
STAFF PRESENT:
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
WEST ELGIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
Norma Bryant
Joanne Groch
ALSO PRESENT: Ted Halwa Planner
Secretary Treasurer
Administrator/Treasurer
Chairman Bernie Wiehle called the meeting to order at 10:000 a.m.
SUBJECT: MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION A2/2011 BRECK'S BULBS
Also in attendance: Ed Kalita, P. Lange, Kelley Fisher, Ivan Healy, Douglas J. Walker,
Norm Brenda Schnekenburger, Casey Minogue, Melanie John Docherty, Philip
Pfeifer, Carmen Pfeifer, Gina Achermann
The Chairman announced a Minor Variance Application of Breck's Bulbs on Part of Lot
18, Concession XIII will be considered.
The Secretary/Treasurer advised that proper notice had been given under Section 44(5)
of the Planning Act. Comments were received from Lower Thames Valley Conservation
Authority, which indicated no objections. She read correspondence from Grace
Lapadat, Jennifer Brown (Eagle Community Centre), John Melanie Docherty, Brenda
Norman Schnekenburger. A petition objecting to the minor variance was also
presented.
The Planner presented his report. It is noted that the subject lands are situated on the
west side of Graham Road (County Road No. 76) south of Talbot Line (County Road No.
3), partly in the Hamlet of Eagle and being part of Lot 18, Concession XI II (refer attached
key map). The lands have a frontage of 853 metres (2,798.5 ft) along Graham Road, a
depth of 153 metres (501.9 ft) and an area of 11.3 hectares (27.9 acres). Current uses
include a retail garden centre and gift shop, restaurant and banquet facility, display
gardens, greenhouses and the storage and distribution of horticultural products. Up until
recently, the lands were owned by and operated as Lakeview Gardens.
The lands are zoned `site specific' Agricultural (A1 -6) in the Township of Aldborough
Zoning By -law. Permitted uses include a 'restaurant' in addition to all other uses
permitted in the Al zone. The refrigerated tractor trailers would be used to store
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horticultural products not grown or otherwise produced on the premises. Consequently,
the use does not qualify as an 'agricultural use or an 'accessory use' to a main use as
defined by the Zoning By -law.
The owner is seeking permission to accommodate the placement of a maximum of four
refrigerated tractor trailers for use during the periods of March 1st to June 1 and
September 15 to October 31 The variance, if granted, would be subject to such
conditions, as the Committee of Adjustment deems necessary or reasonable in the
circumstances.
The northerly portion of the subject lands are designated 'Hamlet' while the remainder is
designated 'Agricultural' in the West Elgin Official Plan. The location of the tractor
trailers would be in the portion designated 'Hamlet'.
The Planner reported that the main issue is one of noise. The applicant did not submit
any information regarding noise levels in their application, nor periods of time when
running. He noted that there is a question if the established use of a greenhouse, is it a
legal permitted use and if not can the Committee grant a variance? Further,
nonconforming rights may apply on this property, he will need to review. The bulbs are
not grown on site.
Councillor Leathern noted that the trucks are 50 metres from the existing residence. The
proposed location #2 is only 80 metres, no difference. Trucks should be going to far
side of site where greenhouses would act as a buffer.
Councillor Aldred responded that he feels this is not a "minor" variance. The noise
would be worse at location #2 because of echoing.
Ms. Fischer, representing Breck's Bulbs, reported that they were unaware of any noise
issues from the previous owner. There would be a maximum of four on site, 3 units at
location #2, one needed this fall. Cold storage inside would be ideal but not right now.
The Mayor noted that noise is the main issue. Is there not an alterative source that can
be used in the interim? Ms. Fischer reported that she had checked with company they
rented the trucks from and they didn't have any trucks with electric motors.
The Planner asked about period of time in operation? Ms. Fischer responded that it
would depend on outdoor temperature. Temperature is set of 3 degree Celsius, turns on
at 5 degrees, not timed.
Mrs. Schnekenburger noted that the three reefers were not set to cycle at the same
time, so constant noise.
Mrs. Docherty reminded the committee of the medical needs of her son and questioned
why needs of business is being put before residents.
Mr. Kalita reported that for the past 30 years he has tolerated the issues with Swain
employees, burning of plastic and blowing of plastic all over his field. He feels that there
is leaching from toxic material into the grounds at the south east corner of the property.
He would like to research the rules for noise. The reefers run continuously at the
loading dock still. He feels that since trucks are not allowed to park in the villages, this
should apply in this case. He requests denial.
Mrs. Schnekenburger noted they are not against the business but the issue is how the
business is being operated. If cooling could happen inside, everyone would be happy.
Mr. Docherty noted that their house is 120 years old and there is no air conditioning.
There is a constant drone of the reefers. He noted that the noise by -law should apply.
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Councillor Miller noted they are working on an anti idling by -law. He does not support
the application at this time.
Councillor Aldred asked if the south end of the property, across from the water treatment
plant, would be a better location.
The Planner noted that a noise assessment is appropriate to continue the use. This
assessment would include what measures are needed to be in compliance.
Mrs. Schnekenburger asked who was going to pay for the study? is this a waste of
money? The Planner responded that the proponent would pay. It would be in their
interest to do it.
Councillor Aldred noted that he is glad that the company came here but suggested that
the trucks be relocated to the south so they can be within noise parameters.
Councillor Leathern inquired how managing now? Ms. Fischer responded that the
reefers are not on now, however have a chance could lose product.
Mr. Kalita noted under new Official Plan his land is eligible for 3 -4 lots. He would not like
the trucks moved to south of the greenhouse. Does not support an industrial zoning.
Ms. Fischer responded that Breck's does not want to be a problem in the community and
requested that the application be tabled for now. They will work towards another
solution and will not use reefers.
Councillor Miller noted that don't want to deter business, looking out for the long range
goals for the area. But running diesel reefer in the hamlet is not seen as right.
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Bodnar
Seconded by Aldred
RESOLVED that this Committee of Adjustment Meeting, held under
Section 44(5) of the Planning Act be hereby adjourned to reconvene at a
later date.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted the 13 day of October, 2011.
Chairman Secretary- Treasurer
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
SUBJECT: SUNDAY GUN HUNTING
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
PUBLIC MEETING
WEST ELGIN RECREATION CENTRE
SEPTEMBER 27, 2011
Mayor Bernie Wiehle, Deputy Mayor Mary Bodnar
Councillors: Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard Leathern
Norma Bryant Clerk
Also in attendance: Tony Jackson, Brian Long, Wayne Patterson, Darcy Van Raes, Rae
Axford, Jim Zoller, Sharon Burd, Brad Trudgeon, Roman Lewinsky, Carmen Pfeifer, Vic
Lapadat Jr., Randy Reiss, Bruce Carroll, Bob Carey, Jesse Cnockaert, Brian Reive, Bill
Roest, Wayne Vandevenne, Austin Hayward, Don Beer, Marianne Trudgeon, Glenn
Coleman, Manfred Wiehle, John Pree, Kristi Reive, Brad Reive, Mike Madeira, James
Milan, Martin Sleets
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Tony Jackson, Chair of Zone A of Ontario Anglers Hunters gave a
presentation in support of Sunday gun hunting. The following points were raised:
In 2005, 67 municipalities supported Sunday gun hunting; now 102
municipalities
MNR feels hunting is the most cost effective tool to address crop damage
from predators
Public safety deer collisions increase by 86% over last 10 years
Assists in keeping deer population in check
Suggests Sunday may be only day can share hunting activity with family
members
On private property, it is owner's decision to allow hunting
Threat to public safety same on Sunday as any other day
Can opt out in future
The Mayor asked for questions /comments from the floor:
Highway traffic collisions reached a peak in 2006 and have been in decline since
Cost to municipalities for livestock payments
Trespassing is a land management issue no permission given, charge with
trespassing
MNR does not police, OPP is first response, convictions for trespassing hard to
prove, written permission would be helpful to OPP
Archery and bow hunting is allowed on Sunday, why not gun hunting
Sept 27111...Page 2 of 2
Bow hunting not allowed during deer hunting season
Against trespassing should have written permission from landowner, renewed
each year
West Elgin missing out in boasting economy the hunters purchase gas, etc.
Dogs chasing coyotes, can't be charged for trespassing, only owners
How long until decision will be made, based on fact or personal opinion?
If property owner doesn't give permission, no change is actually being made
Most local people don't trespass
Keep track of number of kills on Sunday
In opposition:
Manfred Wiehle against Sunday gun hunting on his property, suggests that the
association should make the hunters aware that written permission is needed, not the
responsibility of the landowners to educate
Austin Hayward presented two signed petitions, 124 yes and 7 no, plus support from 13
West Elgin farmers.
Comments from Council:
Mayor noted that conflict between landowners and hunters is not the
responsibility of Council to referee, onus is on hunting community
Councillor Aldred been approached by both sides, some don't want on
their property, written permission is a good idea
Councillor Leatham as a landowner have a right to control what happens
on own Land
Councillor Miller don't see any negatives to allowing Sunday gun hunting,
not much difference between 7 days and 6 days, support people in
municipality, MNR supports Sunday gun hunting
Deputy Mayor opposed
Mayor other side of economic passive recreation such as camping, bird
watching may be affected
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
The Public Meeting concerning Sunday Gun Hunting adjourned at 8 :10 p.m.
These minutes were adopted on the 13th day of October, 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Bernie Wiehle, Deputy Mayor Mary Bodnar
Councillors: Norm Miller, Dug Aldred, Richard Leathern
STAFF PRESENT: Norma Bryant
MINUTES
OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
PUBLIC MEETING
RODNEY LEGION
SEPTEMBER 28, 2011
Clerk
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Ted Halwa Planning Consultant
SUBJECT: REZONING PART LOT 6, CONCESSION 14
(SEASIDE WATERFRONTS INC.)
Also in attendance: Robert White, Grace Blanchard, Hank Koenraads, Howard
Culligan, Ron Koudys, Laverne Kirkness, Larry Paula Grafstein, Glenna Dennis
Lee, Whitey Ruth Denomme, Bob Miller, Mrs. Jocius, Terry Eckergley, Walter Sylvia
Babin, Al Kirk, Jesper Andersen, Irene Puddester, Arpad Petrick, Glenn Pegraw, Terry
Foulis, Audrey Miller, Remi Begin, Tamara Tennis, Dave Kelly, Ruth Boos, Jean Leitch,
Rob Mote, Hanna Mote, Pam Piccinato, Ericka Burns, John Sleets, Randy Reiss, Wm.
R. Denning, Yvonne Brooks, Dave Chamberlain, Bob Carey, Linda Andrew Hibbert,
Chris Van Dongen, Cindy Gibbs, Al Wilsie, Jesse Cnockaert, Heather Bell, PJ
Andersen, Greg Vanceeder, Robert Davenport, Ed Markham, Jill Soos, Stan Gibbs,
Dianne Shawn Dowling, Barb Thorogood, Chris Oliver, David Nancy Gillespie,
Bonita Devin Nesdahl.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Clerk informed those present
that notice of this meeting had been given under Section 34(12) of the Planning Act by
prepaid first class mail to all assessed owners within 150 metres of the subject property,
provincial agencies and ministries as prescribed by regulation and published in the
Chronicle on September Stn
Correspondence was received from the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority,
Ministry of Municipal Affairs Housing and IBI Group (on behalf of Port Glasgow Yacht
Club).
SUBJECT APPLICATION
The proposed amendment would change the zoning of lands lying on the east side of
Haven's Lake Road north of the Port Glasgow Marina and Yacht Club in the Hamlet of
Port Glasgow from the 'site specific' Agricultural (A1 -20) Zone to a `site specific' Tourist
Commercial (C3 Zone to permit a mixed of uses potentially including a restaurant,
pub, hotel, boutiques, cafe, offices and dwelling units above the ground floor.
September 28/11 ...Pg 2 of 5
The subject lands comprise a vacant, rectangular shaped parcel with an area of 5410
square metres (1.3 acres) and a frontage of 86 metres (283 ft) which includes 704 sq m
(7580 sq feet) of lands declared surplus by the Municipality along the frontage of the
parcel but not as yet deeded to the owner and merged in title with the subject lands. An
open drain runs along the frontage of the parcel, which slopes upwards toward the rear.
The development is proposed to occur in two phases with the latter phase contingent
upon off -site disposal of sanitary waste generated by the development. Water supply
would be provided from the municipal watermain on Haven's Lake Road.
The 'site- specific' zoning would specify the use permitted on the subject lands, reduce
the minimum front yard setback from 15 m to 0 m and reduce the minimum rear yard
setback from 7.5 m to 3.0 m. Use of the holding (H) symbol would be applied until such
time as a site plan agreement has been executed between the owner and the
Municipality to address such matters as location of buildings and structures, access,
parking, site grading and drainage, landscaping, exterior lighting and signage.
The subject lands He in the designated 'Lakeshore Area' in the West Elgin Official Plan.
The policies of the Plan (Section 7.5) with respect to future development in Port
Glasgow have been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board. In the Township of
Aldborough Official Plan (the official plan which remains in effect) the lands are
designated 'Lakeshore Recreation'. Within the 'Lakeshore Recreation' designation,
tourist retail and service establishments are permitted as well as year round residential
development.
COMMENTS FROM PLANNER
The Planner noted that any property owner has a right to submit a rezoning application
to the municipality. If the municipality doesn't deal with the application, the owner can
appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board. The property in question is 1.2 acres plus the
area (7500 square feet) that has been declared surplus is shown in hatched and may be
acquired if conditions are met. He noted that there are three areas defined in the
Official Plan settlement areas of Rodney and West Lorne, agricultural area and
lakeshore area (except for lot 4). There are special provisions in the plan for Port
Glasgow. He reviewed the zoning requirements of the Aldborough Zoning By -law and
what the owners are requesting. He noted that many questions are a matter for site
plan approval rather than zoning. He reviewed what would be considered during site
plan approval process and noted that Council intends this to be a public process.
Audrey Miller asked if the new Official Plan has been approved?
The Planner reported that not totally, 3 areas of the Plan have been appealed by
Seaside.
Walter Babin inquired if access will be guaranteed to the marina?
The Planner reported that Gray Line and Havens Lake Road are public road and
provide access to the Yacht Club lands. If the proposed development is totally built,
there will be a need for more winter maintenance.
Mr. Babin asked about parking for the marina?
The Planner reported that this property is privately owned, no obligation to provide
parking for public. There are standards in the zoning by -law for commercial.
Chris Oliver asked why this is proceeding now when the rest of land is not, some feel
premature.
COMMENTS FROM LAVERNE KIRKNESS
Laverne Kirkness, planning consultant for Seaside Developments, presented a
powerpoint presentation outlining the development concept and where they are today.
The commercial proposal is for two buildings, three stories high, 6000 square feet each.
At this point, one building would be erected, operate from May to October, restaurant on
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September 28/11 Pg 3 of 5
main floor and 4 apartments above. Zoning requires 64 parking spaces, if can't meet
this requirement, can't have uses. They are open for discussion an public parking.
They don't need surplus lands to develop. They want to create a traditional main street
along Havens Lake road with buildings to lot line, then sidewalk, parallel parking and
paved road.
Why now? This block was always intended as a separate application, want to establish
a presence with tourists.
With regard to comments from MMAH, he does not feel this application is premature, as
number of studies has already been completed. The letter does not make reference to
the 1980 Official Plan. The Ministry's modification is what they are objecting to.
COMMENTS FROM TAMARA TANNIS, IBI
Tamara Tennis reviewed points in her letter, dated September 26, 2011. She noted that
the Official Plan states the intention to undertake a master plan with community input.
This has not been done. A feasibility study has not been done. The marina belongs to
you and the Yacht Club, it is a community asset. Drainage is an issue and impacts the
Yacht Club, should be reviewed prior to a by-law being adopted. Need to protect natural
heritage features. Parking will be reduced. How access parking along Havens Lake
Road due to elevation. Need more land to build stable road, not less. How ensure
septic system is safe? Should review capacity of Havens Lake Road, parking issues.
Believe this application is premature.
COMMENTS FROM FLOOR
Walter Babin his concerns have been raised, how does this proposal affect what the
Yacht Club has?
David Gillespie sidewalk should be on their property, not ours. Sewage plant should
be in place first. Mr. Kirkness noted that the area would look the same as the public
washroom. The Mayor noted that Council wouldn't accept anything that does not meet
or exceed MOE requirements.
Paula Grafstein would like to see road plowed in winter
Rob Mote have motors from boats from 5 am been considered?
Ron Koudys will look into, doesn't feel an issue and residents will know the marina is
there when they buy.
Larry Grafstein can't grow anything on this land, more taxes, and support.
Hank Conway why zero lot line, not showing on sketch?
Mr. Koudys yes not shown, for future blocks.
Mr. Conway support
Robert White who is treating runoff now?
Ms. Tannis replied that natural heritage does (grass, trees) but with building will pool at
back and slope will slump, how stabilize slope. Feasibility study is needed for drainage
system.
Audrey Miller feels premature until public knows conditions for surplus lands.
The Planner reported that he had included the surplus lands on the sketch to show what
is possible if the lands are sold. If Seaside doesn't own, then they have to reconfigure
proposal.
The Mayor reported that it is normal to bring zoning to road. If Seaside doesn't own
land, can't develop.
September 28/11 ...Pg 4 of 5
Pam Piccinato read a fetter of support of the application.
Barb Thorogood concerned with proposed tile field so close to water.
Mr. Koudys responded that they have engineering study that support. Our hope is that
Council will consider other temporary solutions until the new plant is built.
Bob Davenport what happens to commercial block if rest is not built? Is this used a
feeler?
Mr. Koudys noted that this is a legitimate concern. This is our way to get the project
started, bring people into area.
Pamela Andersen what are dollar limits? Timelines?
Arpad Petrick has property at Hickory Grove, my property value will increase in
Hickory Grove with this development.
Jess Andersen supports
Ms. Tannis what if MMAH doesn't approve subdivision?
Mr. Koudys would look to a different solution to development land. This commercial
block can operate as a stand alone; there is a need for a restaurant and inn in Port
Glasgow.
Mr. Davenport what is affect on restaurants in Rodney and West Lorne? Building
before housing is there.
Howard Culligan restaurants can run without development, about food and service.
Chris Oliver like way it is now, shame to building on corner, shouldn't build anything
there.
Jasper Andersen has expansion to the marina been considered?
COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
Councillor Miller only concern is one of economic impact on villages of Rodney and
West Lorne, has an impact study been done?
Mr. Kirkness responded that they have not as there is no requirement to do so. Not
normal for commercial development of this size. Look to County of Elgin Economic
Development study.
Councillor Leatham wants to see Seaside get along with neighbours.
Councillor Aldred not against development, want to see it done right, Council is not
holding it up, promoting dialogue. Everyone's concerns need to be taken into account,
existing and future.
Deputy Mayor two sides should continue talking
Mayor thanked everyone for their input. Council supports the modifications to the
Official Plan and hopes it will be resolved.
Adjourn at 8:55 p.m.
September 28/11 ...Pg 5 of 5
SUBJECT: ADJOURNMENT
RES. NO. 1 Moved by Leatham
Seconded by Bodnar
RESOLVED that the Public Meeting concerning a proposed Zoning By -law
Amendment for land located at Lot 6 Concession 14 (Seaside) be hereby
adjourned.
DISPOSITION: Carried
These minutes were adopted on this 13 day of October, 2011.
MAYOR CLERK
SEPTEMBER 2011 ROADS REPORT
1, McColl road and Grey line were finished with surface treatment
(tar /chip) at this time there is extra material on the surface and after
that wears off (especially with snow plowing) it should turn to a good
smooth surface.
2. Culvert and tile drain repairs and replacements were carried out.
3. Roadside grass mowing is nearing completion and soon the mower
will be attached which will do roadside brushing.
4. Beattie Line was sub excavated, repaired, ditched and prepped for
asphalt paving.
5 Grading of gravel roads for the upcoming winter season was
begun and after the spell of wet weather we have been having
repairing of potholes is also part of this work..
Paul Van Vaerenbergh C.R.S.I.
Roads Superintendent
TO: COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
FROM: PAUL VAN VAERENBERGH C.R.S.I., ROADS SUPERINTENDENT
DATE: October 13, 2011
RE: TEMPORARY WINTER OPERATOR
INTRODUCTION:
The winter control season is fast approaching and if the last two years are any
indication we will be very busy again.
DISCUSSION:
Currently we have 7 fulltime and 1 part-time operators
Two employees transfer to a night shift from 10 pm. until 7am. Sunday to Friday
and keep the main roads open Graham, Furnival Pioneer and Queens This
leaves six employees on day shift 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Our
daytime routes consist of; 3 county truck routes trucks 8, 12 and 17
3 township routes graders 1, 2 and truck 7
1 route for two villages truck 9
7 total routes with only six operators.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is quite apparent that we need another person with the proper experience as a
temporary employee to get us through the winter control season.
TO: COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
FROM: PAUL VAN VAERENBERGH C.R.S.I., ROADS SUPERINTENDENT
DATE: October 13, 2011
RE: TEMPORARY WINTER OPERATOR
INTRODUCTION: Council passed a resolution at its April 2008 session for the
hiring of additional summer help with an "A Drivers licence along with training in
a variety of equipment in order to help accomplish our construction schedule.
This position has been extended since that time to cover our winter maintenance
seasons as a part time winter control position. Again I am extending the term of
our temporary part time operator for the winter control season beginning in Mid
November and recommending he be promoted to full time status.
DISCUSSION:
At the time of amalgamation the Municipality had 7 fulltime employees after
taking on the maintenance of County roads 2 additional fulltime positions were
required totalling 9 positions. There have been 9 fulltime employees for over 11
years. Due to the volume of construction projects a part-time person was hired in
2008 and has been continually employed since.
In the 2004 Municipal Policy Manual, Recruitment and Selection states that in the
subject of internal hiring the commitment of the Municipality is to "Promote
employees from within our organization" and "to utilize in house resources prior
to seeking applications from external candidates."
It has become apparent since 2008 that this part -time position is being "utilized"
twice a year every year for the construction and winter seasons by the same
person, and it is now time to "promote" this employee to a full time position.
RECOMMENDATION: It is therefore recommended that we promote our current
part-time temporary employee, who already has shown his ability and skills for
the past three years as a valuable member of our team to a full time position.
1 The arena is up and running 7 days a week and the ice currently is booked for more hours
now than last year.
2. The Marina washrooms have been winterized as well as the splash pad in Miller Park.
3. The quotes are arriving for the replacement of the sound system at the West Elgin Arena,
hopefully to be completed soon..
West Elgin Recreation Report
October 13 2011
4. The Rodney Fair is over and the grounds have been repaired, roto-tilled rolled and the grass
has been replanted. 1 have been in contact with Spriet and we will have a sight meeting set up to
discuss the repair renovation of the Grandstand.
5. The Recreation Committee has a dance scheduled for Youth Dance scheduled for October 29
at the West Elgin Recreation Center.
6. During the winter of 2010 2011 there was some concern raised from the Rodney Driving
Club regarding unusual pot holes in the track. This condition was monitored on a regular basis
and seemed to caused by the adverse and quickly changing temperatures. The condition
dissipated and with the onset of warmer weather disappeared all together. The Recreation staff
will continue to monitor the track conditions in the north end for any other extreme or unusual
deterioration this fall and winter.
7. I would like Council to declare that pick up 16.5, a 2002 Ford Ranger, part of the Recreation
Department Equipment as being surplus as it was replaced this year with a new full size Ford.
That the process be started to sell that unit in as is where is condition. Also that Council give
some thought to having our future surplus equipment, included in an local auction and sold off
in that manner. It would not matter to a certain extent what equipment was declared as surplus, it
possibly could be included in an auction. Perhaps if we contacted a local auctioneer we could
have our surplus equipment ranging from trucks to old computers etc. included annually in an
auction for example in October. It is an extremely public process and would virtually eliminate
the need for advertising and the public would in time begin to expect it. Just a thought.
8. The Recreation Department would like to thank the Road Superintendent for watering the
flowers from the end of August till the Fair.
9. Having our staff compliment available for park work shrink from 7 to 3 at the end of August
has made it very difficult to keep up with the grass and other park maintenance but we are
catching up. Also new this year we opened up the arena on the Tuesday following Labour Day at
a full schedule further reduced staff available for parks maintenance. A situation that will be
addressed for 2012.
Respectfully Submitted
Parks and Recreation Superintendent, CEMC
Jeff Slater
No. of Permits Issued for Month of August
2011
2010
SFD
Units
New /Additions
4
4
Demolitions
Storage
Buildings
New /Additions
Storage
Buildings
New /Additions
1
Demolitions
Garages/
Car Ports
New
Garages/
Car Ports
New
Demolitions
1
Demolitions
Farm
Buildings
New /Additions
Farm
Buildings
New /Additions
3
1
Demolitions
Other
New
Other
New
1
3
Demolitions
1
5
Septic Permits
1
3
Estimated Value
Permit Revenue for
for Year
Estimated Value
Permit Revenue for
for Month of August
$301,800.00
$345,100.00
Month of August
$2,645.88
$4,099.75
No. of Permits Issued for year to date
SFD
Units
New /Additions
19
19
Demolitions
Storage
Buildings
New /Additions
1
3
Demolitions
Garages/
Car Ports
New
4
3
Demolitions
Farm
Buildings
New /Additions
13
7
Demolitions
1
Other
New
7
12
Demolitions
7
Septic Permits
5
11
Estimated Value
Permit Revenue for
for Year
$2,223,565.00
$5,742,262.00
Year
$18,129.36
$43,549.37
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
MONTHLY REPORT
TO: COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
FROM: LORNE McLEOD, CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL
DATE: October 6, 2011
RE: BUILDING REPORT FOR MONTH OF August
SEPTEMBER WATER DEPARTMENT REPORT
1 .AII required water sampling and chlorine checks were done with no water
quality issues to report.
2.We had some camera work done to sewers at the Old Boys Park, but with the
flow coming down the pipe the camera screen just goes dark when under water.
Once the park shuts down we will be able to do some digging and see where the
problem lies. We found a lot of water leaking in two of the tanks during the last
rainfall. I spoke to the contractor and he is going to repair them once the park is
closed.
3.R &R Instrumentation was down and calibrated the equipment in the Rodney
Water Tower. The militronics which reads the tower level is in need of
replacement. AII other equipment checked out ok. R &R is ordering a new
militronics unit and will replace the unit.
4.We had a service leak on Todd Place in West Lorne. It was dug up and
repaired promptly with little disruption in service.
5.AII work orders, locates and other checks and duties were done on schedule in
an orderly fashion.
Mike Kalita
Water Superintendent.
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TO: COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF WEST ELGIN
FROM: JOANNE GROCH, ADMINISTRATOR/TREASURER
DATE: OCTOBER 13, 2011
RE: TAX SALES RESULTS
INTRODUCTION:
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Under the Municipal Act, 2001 as amended, properties that are in arrears of
taxes for more than three years may be sold for tax arrears. The Treasurer
registered tax arrears certificates against the properties listed below. The process
began in February 2010. Procedures as required by legislation were followed and
the properties were advertised for sale in the Chronicle, in the Ontario Gazette
and on the web at OntarioTaxSales.ca. Realtax Inc. was contracted to assist with
the procedures.
The sale was held by Public Tender with tenders due by 3:00 pm on August 25,
2011.There were no tenders received on any of the properties listed.
Following is the listing of the four properties advertised along with the type of land
and the cancellation price as of August 25, 2011:
091.07403 Centre Street, Rodney vacant land 9608.51
091.07401 282 Furnival Road, Rodney vacant land 8519.20
036.001.214 175 Main St, West Lorne vacant building $58588.53
036.002.334 231 Graham St, West Lorne vacant building $70749.36
Note: There are further property taxes owing as of September 27th
DISCUSSION:
Under legislation there are a number of options available for dealing with tax sale
properties that are not sold.
RECOMMENDATION:
As this is a property matter Council adjourn to a Closed Session for
consideration.
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oanne Groch, B.A., AMCT
Administrator/Treasurer
22413 Hoskins Line, Box 490, Rodney, Ontario NOL 2C0 Tel: (519) 785 -0560 Fax: (519) 785 -0644
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WEST LORNE, ONTARIO
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Municipality of West Elgin,
22413 Hoskins Line,
PO Box 490,
Rodney, Ontario
NOL2CO
Dear Sirs:
On behalf of the Optimist Club of West Lorne Inc., 1 request approval
from the Municipality of West Elgin to hold our annual Adult Fun Night event. A
date of February 25 2012 has been booked with the location to be at the Royal
Canadian Legion in Rodney Ontario. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of
Ontario require our club to receive such Letter of Approval prior to making
application for a Social Gaming Event licence.
Thanking you in advance.
W..Trask
Cl b Member
Optimist Club of West Lome Inc.
Re: Optimist Club of West Lome Inc.
Annual Adult Fun Night
September 9,2011
PO Box 61
West Lome, Ontario
NOL2P0
One
Strong Voice for
Southwestern
Ontario
Board of Directors
2011 -2012
Dan Mathleson, Chair
Mayor of Stratford
Kristina Verner, Vice Chair
Centre for Smart Community
Innovation
University of Windsor
Don McKay, Treasurer
Warden, County of Oxford;
Mayor, East Zorra Tavistock
Ron Gaudet, Secretary
President, Windsor -Essex
Development Corporation
Dan Gieruszak,
Transformation Services
Group
John Grace
Deputy Mayor
Town of Goderich
Randy Hope
Mayor of Chatham Kent
Jim Maudsley,
Mayor, Thames Centre
Don Mumford
VP, General Manager
'A' Channel London/Windsor
Peter White
President, London Economic
Development Corporation
Serge Lavoie
President, SWEA
southwest
economic alliance
Mayor and Council:
As you may be aware, the Southwest Economic Alliance (SWEA) is calling
on the province to create an economic development fund specifically for
Southwestern Ontario.
SWEA is requesting the support of your council through the ratification of
the attached resolution.
Demonstrating a high level of regional cooperation and collaboration, the
proposal has already been endorsed by Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus
(WOWC), the South Central Ontario Region Economic Development
Corporation (SCOR) and the Southwestern Ontario Marketing Alliance
(SOMA).
During the recent Ministers' Forum at the AMO conference, finance
minister Dwight Duncan gave his unqualified support for our proposal.
Since then, the SWEA proposal has been adopted in the Ontario Liberal
election platform. The overwhelming need now is to ensure that this idea
becomes a key election issue in Southwestern Ontario and that the new
government that emerges implements it during the first budget.
We trust that we can count on the support of your council.
Respectfully,
SOUTHWEST ECONOMIC ALLIANCE
Dan Mathieson, chair
c/o 95 Metcalfe Street, St. Thomas, Ontario N5R 3K6 I Phone 519 -859 -7763
September 13, 2011
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A resolution in support of the establishment of a provincial
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund
With limited resources and capacity, municipal governments have demonstrated considerable
success in transforming the Southwestern Ontario economy by collaborating on innovative
solutions at the grassroots level.
It is the considered opinion of the Southwest Economic Alliance, and other collaborative groups
with an interest in the economic development of the region, that the provincial government
should support this unique economic transformation of Southwestern Ontario over the next
several years through the introduction of a fund specifically targeted at building the
organizational and operating capacity of its major economic development organizations.
WHEREAS research has shown conclusively that Southwestern Ontario is a definable regional
economy very different from other regions of the province, with its own unique set of
opportunities and challenges;
WHEREAS the Southwestern Ontario region is undergoing extensive economic transformation
with some very positive results;
WHEREAS high unemployment persists, with future losses in traditional manufacturing
threatening to cancel out the benefits of employment gains in new growth sectors over the short
and medium term;
WHEREAS provincial investments in infrastructure renewal and economic development have
been important in other regions of the province such as Eastern Ontario and Northern Ontario;
Be it resolved:
THAT this municipality supports the recommendation of the Southwest Economic Alliance
(SWEA) calling on the provincial government to introduce a multi -year Southwestern Ontario
Development Fund in the first budget of the new legislative session.
THAT the primary aim of the program is to build decision making and operational capacity at the
grassroots level, to encourage partnerships between all sectors of the economy in Southwestern
Ontario.
THAT the program aim to support the creation, expansion and operation of agencies which
represent two or more municipal economic development agencies working in partnership with,
academe, the private sector and social enterprise, which lead to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
attraction and business recruitment and expansion.
Southwest Economic Alliance
One strong voice for Southwestern Ontario
c/o 95 Metcalfe Street, St. Thomas, ON N5R 3K6 519-859-7763 www.swea.ca
Subject: Solar panel in ground installations: Requesting review and endorsement of attached fetter
Hello fellow Clerks
Wollaston Township (located just south of Bancroft) directed me as follows:
Resolution 16, August 23, 2011
M. Post G. Blair: Be it resolved that the Council of Wollaston Township directs staff to draft a letter to MPP Leona
Dombrowsky reflecting Council's disagreement with the lack of municipal control over in ground solar panel
installations
Resulting from the Ontario Green Energy Act. Carried.
I was further instructed to circulate this resolution and accompanying letter (attached) to all other municipalities in
Ontario for review
and endorsement. Please bring this matter to the attention of your Council for their support. I would appreciate a copy
of any resolution or
letter that supports our position.
Best Regards,
2hristine FitzSimons
:AO /Clerk
August 29, 2011
Dear Leona,
I MuNICEP(LrrY OFNWEST ELG:fi;
ACEIVEJ'
SEP 2 1 2011
Ms. Leona Dombrowsky, MPP
81 Millennium Parkway, Unit 3
P.O. Box 575
Belleville, ON K8N 5B2
WOLLASTON TOWNSHIP
CAO /Clerk
P.O, Box 99
Coe Hill, ON KOL 1P0
Tel: 613.337.5731
Fax: 613.337.5789
Email :woUastonbellnet. ca
Wollaston Township Council has asked me to write to you to voice their
disagreement with the lack of municipal control over solar panel installations
resulting from the Green Energy Act and to ask for your support.
The Green Energy Act means that the municipality can no longer regulate or
prohibit the location of renewable energy generation facilities and renewable
energy projects through Official Plans, zoning by -laws or site plan control.
Ground mounted solar panels are beginning to spring up in the Hamlet of Coe
Hill. Council is concerned that we have no say over installations on vacant land
on the main street of the hamlet. As you know from recent visits, Wollaston
Township has spent considerable energy and funds revitalizing the main street of
the hamlet.
Coe Hill is somewhat unique in that we have a number of 50 ft. lots that restrict
many types of construction due to limited set backs, but are attractive for in-
ground solar panel installation. Council is not concerned about the development
of these lots that are off the main street, but is very concerned about not having
the ability to curtail main street in- ground solar project development. Council
does not feel that in- ground solar panel installations are a suitable land use for
the main street of Coe Hill and do not fit into our main street
residential /commercial mix.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Christine FitzSimons
CAO /Clerk
NORTH
HASTINGS
To: Municipality of West Elgin Council
Dear Council:
MIJMCIPALITY OP WEST ELGIN
RECEIVED
SEP 2 6 2011
Sept 26, 2011
This letter is in response to a letter I have received regarding the current pool fence
bylaw. I live in rural West Elgin at 20417 Johnston Line and have an in ground pool
with no fence. Approximately 200' behind my pool there are (3) ponds which cover a
couple acres and require no fence. Within the municipality there are several rural pools
that were installed prior to the bylaw and have no fence. As well, to my knowledge, I
could erect a portable pool, large fish pond, or water garden on my property and not be
required to install a fence. 1 guess the point I am trying to make is that I don't believe
the current bylaw properly fits the rural community. 1 can understand the potential
issues of a pool in a town, or densely populated area. However, in a rural setting
where there is beaches, ponds, creeks, ditches, rivers, etc. I fail to see how the lack of a
fence around my pool is any different than the above mentioned areas.
In short, I would ask that the Municipality Council consider reviewing the pool fence
bylaw so that I or all rural pools be exempt.
Please feel free to contact me in regards to this letter if you have any questions. I have
included my cell phone number below.
Regards,
Bill McIntyre
519 -933 -9250
madd
September 22, 2011
Council, County of West Elgin
c/o Norma Bryant, Clerk
22413 Hoskins Line, PO Box 490
Rodney, Ontario NOL 2C0
OPHA
Ontario Public Health Association
UL'5°d4tbn Pour t sartc Pudlque de i ntarb
IuNlNtdrCvNi 199
Dear Members of Council for the County of West Elgin:
camh
Centre For Addiction and Mental Health
Centre de toxicomanie et de sante mentale
Mcp
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We are writing today, on behalf of MADD Canada, the Ontario Public Health Association and the Centre for
Addiction and Mental Health to express our concerns about the current campaign to allow beer and wine to be
sold at convenience stores.
In recent months, the Ontario Convenience Store Association has tried repeatedly to re- ignite the debate on the
privatization of beer and wine sales. Our organizations strongly oppose allowing beer and wine to be sold in
convenience stores.
Proponents of private alcohol sales would have us believe that selling beer and wine in convenience stores is no
great gamble or risk. But does anyone truly believe purchasing alcohol is the same as purchasing a pack of gum
or a carton of milk?
Alcohol is not an ordinary commodity and it should not be sold as one. It is linked with more than 65 medical
conditions and is a contributing factor in injuries, impairments and deaths caused by illness, impaired driving,
homicides, suicides, falls, drowning, assaults, fires and other adverse events that threaten public safety and
community well- being. According to the National Alcohol Strategy, alcohol resulted in the deaths of an
estimated 4,258 Canadians in 2002 and cost society $14.6 billion in lost productivity and health care and law
enforcements costs.
The strong links between privatized alcohol sales, increased consumption and increased alcohol related harms
to society are well documented. A recent statistical analysis by Stockwell et al. (2009) documented a positive
relationship between the number of private liquor outlets and alcohol sales using a unique data set from British
Columbia. Since increases in overall sales have been correlated with increasing harms in the scientific literature,
this development is troubling in terms of a potential worsening of alcohol- related health and social harms.
Researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health showed that the privatization of the provincial
alcohol monopoly in Alberta was associated with significant increases in that province's suicide mortality rates.
In Calgary, the number of liquor stores increased from 23 to nearly 300 between 1995 and 2003, following the
privatization of alcohol sales in Alberta. During that same period, Calgary police reported a rise in impaired
driving charges and family violence in areas of the city with the highest concentration of liquor stores.
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Abandoning the current system in favour of a privatized or semi privatized system puts the public at higher risk
for a wide range of alcohol related problems. As Sault Ste. Marie Police Chief Bob Davies indicated in a July 30,
2011 article in The Sault Star, putting booze in corner stores will encourage underage drinking. Chief Davies also
doubts convenience store workers will scrutinize identification as closely as LCBO and Beer Store employees.
Data from British Columbia clearly supports this concern. A 2008 report from the Provincial Health Officer
(Kendall, P. (20081 Victoria, BC: Office of the Provincial Health Officer) outlined a compliance check of 831 Liquor
Authority, rural agency, and private liquor stores using young looking patrons of legal drinking age. The results
revealed "significant differences in rates of compliance with age verification protocols across the various types
of outlets, with government liquor stores performing substantially better than licensed private retail or agency
stores in the province. Given the large increase in private and agency stores in recent years, this likely has
important implications for youth access to alcohol in BC."
Privatization jeopardizes the social responsibility programming that is an integral part of the LCBO's operations.
Its employees are trained in socially responsible service, know how to identify potential problems and know how
to make appropriate judgement calls on issues related to age of customers and intoxication levels. Can we be
sure that all convenience store staff will receive comprehensive training and ongoing guidance on such issues? A
young clerk in a convenience store is arguably Tess likely to refuse service to a belligerent, intoxicated customer
than a trained and experienced employee of an LCBO store.
Further, small businesses are faced with competitive pressures to ensure maximum sales. Refusal of sale would
weigh more heavily and put a larger financial burden on a smaller retailer than a province -wide, publicly -owned
network of stores. Regulations have been shown to be better enforced when the seller is not as financially
dependent on maximizing profits.
Province -wide, there are approximately 1,000 LCBO and Beer Store retail sites. The estimated ratio of
convenience stores to LCBO and Beer Store locations is 7 to 1. That means beer and wine would be sold at an
additional 7,000 locations in communities throughout the province. This corresponds to a massive increase in
alcohol availability, and substantial scientific research tells us that this will mean a large increase in alcohol
related problems, ranging from underage drinking and family violence to deaths from drunk driving, suicide and
alcohol related chronic disease. From your own community's perspective, consider the number of convenience
stores in your municipality and what the outcome may be if they begin selling alcohol and beer. Consider the
proximity of many of those stores to local high schools. Finally, consider the increased societal costs to police,
health organizations and community groups which will have to monitor and address the negative impact
associated with increased alcohol consumption and increased alcohol- related harms that result when access to
alcohol is increased so significantly.
Provincial liquor boards such as the LCBO strike a fair and effective balance between consumers' access,
selection and service, and the need to manage alcohol consumption and minimize alcohol- related harms and
costs. Indeed, the World Health Organization and Canada's National Alcohol Strategy agree that liquor control
board systems such as the LCBO provide an effective means of controlling alcohol consumption and alcohol
related harm in society.
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Moreover, surveys by MADD Canada and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health have shown that Ontarians
are very satisfied with the LCBO and the social responsibility programs they operate, and that the majority is not
in favour of selling beer and wine in convenience stores.
Governments, public health partners and community organizations worked very hard to restrict or remove
tobacco products from convenience stores for the improved health of our communities and all Ontario
residents. Replacing tobacco products on convenience store shelves with alcohol products would take us several
steps backward in the health of Ontarians.
With all of these facts in mind, we ask you to consider passing a formal resolution, in support of our
communities, to oppose any plan to put liquor, beer or wine into convenience stores. Please feel free to contact
me at 1 -800- 665 -6233, ext. 224 or amurie @madd.ca if you wish to discuss this further.
Sincerely,
Andrew Murie
Chief Executive Officer
MADD Canada
CC: Michel Perron, Chief Executive Officer
Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse
Siu Mee Cheng
Executive Director
Ontario Public Health Association
Dr. Catherine Zahn
President and Chief Executive Officer
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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OPTIMIST
INTERNATIONAL
RNATIONAL
Sept 28, 2011
Optimist Club of West Lorne, Inc., V-2 7
Municipality of West Elgin
22413 Hoskins Line
Rodney, ON NOL2C0
Attention Mayor and Council,
On Nov. 25, 2011 the Optimist Club of West Lome will be hosting the Christmas /Santa
Claus Parade in West Lome.
The parade will begin at 7pm from Gilbert St., travel south on Graham through the main
intersection at Pioneer Line and Main St. to the West Lorne Arena. There Santa Mrs.
Claus will disembark to hand out goodies to the children. The remainder of the floats will
proceed to the WESS 1 parking lot which is adjacent to WESES. The parade should last
approximately 1 hour.
We are again looking for assistance for the following:
Road closure assistance at the intersection of Main Pioneer Line
Pylons for side streets Optimists are available to man these
Monies to assist with the cost of the parade -bills to be sent at a later date
'OPP contacted for road closure to /from 401
West Lome, ON
NOL 2P0
MUNICIPALITY OF WEST La
RECEIVED
SEP 2 8 20
We thank you in advance for your consideration and invite you to join us this year in the
parade. Our theme is A CHRISTMAS STORY"
Yours in Optimism,
Kathy Johnston/Sec.
so-76S- 456
A member of 47, over thirty years
MUNICIPALITE DU CANTON DE TINY
MUNICIPALITY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TINY
www.tiny.ca
September 19, 2011
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario
Attention: Mr. Pat Vanini, Executive Director
200 University Avenue, Suite 801
Toronto, Ontario M5H 3C6
Dear Mr. Vanini:
Re: Publically Owned Water Treatment Facilities
At its September 12, 2011 Council meeting, the Township of Tiny Council passed the attached
resolution opposing the privatization of water treatment services, including through public-
private partnerships or Pas, preferring to retain these services in the public domain.
We respectfully request that this resolution be circulated to all AMO members for their
information and consideration.
Sincerely,
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TINY
Anita Weatherell, Deputy Clerk
Isw
c.c. Mayor and Members of Council
Doug Luker, CAO /Clerk
130 BALM BEACH ROAD WEST
R.R. #1, PERKINSFIELD, ONTARIO LOL 2J0
(705) 526- 42041526 -3706 1. 866 939.8469
FAX (705) 526 -2372
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Moved by:
Seconded by:
Motion 578 111
THE CORPORATION OF THE
TOWNSHIP OF TiNY
Meeting Date: September 12, 2011
Carried:
Defeated:
Signed:
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WHEREAS public health depends on equitable access to dean water supplies; and
WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Tiny is in receipt of correspondence dated July 15,
2011, from Marianne Else, Simcoe Region Chapter of the Council of Canadians, requesting Council's
consideration of Tiny becoming a Blue Community; and
WHEREAS public ownership and operation of drinking water systems have improved access and
quality over the past century; and
WHEREAS our community is committed to protecting water from the consequences of privatization
through "public- private partnerships" or P3s, including:
Lack of transparency and accountability to the public
Increased costs and higher user fees
Projects being delayed and cancelled leaving governments to deal with the consequences; and
WHEREAS the privatization of municipal water services through P3s or contracting out turns water
into a commodity to be sold for profit;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Township of Tiny opposes privatization of water treatment
services, including through P3s, preferring to retain these services in the public domain; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council continue to lobby the Federal and Provincial governments to
fulfill their responsibilities to support municipal infrastructure by investing in a national water
infrastructure fund that would address the growing need to renew existing water infrastructure and
build new systems; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council forward this resolution to the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario and to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for circulation to all of its members.
DISCLAIMER This material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating organization and does not necessarily reflect
the view or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies. officers. dirertnr< nr RrTPnFS
Corporation of the Municipality of West Elgin
Attention: Council
P.O. Box 490
Rodney, Ontario NOL 2C0
Dear Mayor Council:
Re: Rodney Santa Claus Parade
Saturday, December 3 2011 5:30 pm
We are quickly approaching the holiday season with the following events for the day:
3:00 pm. Tiny Tots Snake Lady Show
Downtown Wagon Rides; Hot Dogs Rodney Lions
Plus more!!!
4:30 pm. Parade registration line up Rodney Community Centre
5:30 pm. Parade
t We are requesting the support of council for the following:
1. Donation of $1,000.00 to help defer the costs;
2. Support road closure:
a. 4:00 5:30 -Queen Street Fourth Street and Queen Street Ridout
when floats are lining up on Queen Street;
5 :30 6:30 Parade time Furnival Queen and Furnival and Victoria.
b.
Proposed route: Queen Street west, south on Furnival Road, west on Victoria or
East on Clark Street back to the Community Centre.
Road barricades to be set up by road department for the above times until end of
parade.
Requesting the road department to assist in cleaning up after parade.
hanking you in advance.
Yom truly,
Ann Smith
Santa Claus Parade Committee
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c.c. Paul VanVaerenbergh
September 29, 2011
Elgin
Office of the Warden
September 27, 2011
Mr. Bruce Babcock, Chairman
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital Board of Governors
189 Elm Street
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5C4
Dear Chairman:
Thank you for attending our County Council meeting held on this date and for your
comprehensive explanation of the rationale behind the contract extension discussions
regarding the recently retired and then rehired President and C.E.O.
Council certainly appreciated your candor, honesty and the manner in which you
explained the circumstances leading to the Board's decision to retain the current C.E.O.
following his retirement.
Likewise we trust that council's feedback may be instructive to you as you move forward
with your redevelopment plans.
After careful consideration, Elgin County Council unanimously approved today the
following resolution for your Board's consideration:
"WHEREAS Elgin County Council has always and continues to strongly support
its local community hospital; and,
WHEREAS Elgin County Council is fully prepared to make a significant
contribution to the redevelopment campaign; and,
WHEREAS Elgin County ratepayers have expressed concern with the contract
of the recently retired hospital President and C.E.O., particularly the potentially
negative effect the renewal of said contract may have on campaign fundraising
efforts from a disgruntled public;
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County of Elgin
Administrative Services
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, On N5R 5V1
Phone: 519- 631 -1460
www.elgin -cou nty.on.ca
Progressive by Nature
Mr. Bruce Babcock, Chairman 2 September 27, 2011
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital
Board of Governors
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Elgin County Council respectfully
recommends to the Board of Governors of the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital,
that, for the betterment of the community, the recruitment of the President and
C.E.O. position commence as soon as possible with the goal of replacement within
one year's time.
Please be advised that this resolution in no way is meant to reflect negatively on the good
work done by the incumbent President and C.E.O. for whom council has the utmost
respect.
It is Council's considered opinion that the public's perception of the circumstances
surrounding the position's reappointment are irrevocably tainted and will negatively affect
fundraising efforts, ultimately resulting in a higher than expected campaign contribution
from municipal coffers.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
Dave Mennill
Warden
cc: City of St. Thomas
Elgin County Municipalities
Mr. Tom Marks, Hospital Board of Governors Representative
Carried Unanimously.
(signed) Warden Dave Mennill"
Wendell Graves
Chief Administrative Officer I Clerk
BY FAX 1 MAIL
September 30, 2011
Mr. Kyle Kruger
Bayham Township
P.O. Box 160
9344 Plank Road
Straffordville, Ontario
NOJ 1Y0
Mr. Donald Leitch
Municipality of Central Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5V1
Ms. Donna Ethier
Southwold Township
35663 Fingal Line
Fingal, Ontario
NOL 1K0
Dear Sirs /Mesdames:
SUBJECT: FIRE DISPATCH SERVICE
THU CORPORATION OP THC C1r' OF
ST. THOMAS
Ms. Michelle Casavecchia
Township of Malahide
87 John Street South
Aylmer, Ontario
N5H 1J7
Mr. Ken Loveland
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich
199 Currie Road
P.O. Box 329
Dutton, Ontario
NOL 1JO
P.O. Box 520, City Hall
St. Thomas, ON N5P 3V7
Telephone: (519) 631 -1680
Ext. 4120
Fax: (519) 633 -9019
wgraves @city.st- thomas.on.ce
Mrs. Jenny Reynaert
Town of Aylmer
46 Talbot Street West
Aylmer, Ontario
N5H 1J7
Ms. Joanne Grech
Municipality of West Elgin
22413 Hoskins Line
P.O. Box 490
Rodney, Ontario
NOL 2C0
The City is in receipt of correspondence indicating that municipalities in the County are moving in the
direction of renewing their fire dispatch contract with the Town of Tillsonburg. To some degree, there
was anticipation that the City of St. Thomas would have an opportunity to offer a proposal to you and
we were awaiting a document to respond to. Having seen this recent correspondence leaves us a bit
surprised.
Through the St. Thomas Fire Services we believe we can not only provide a competitive dispatch
price but that there are several mutually benefiting opportunities relating to mutual aid and
emergency planning that should be considered and acknowledged.
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The City would certainly appreciate the opportunity to discuss this matter further with you and to
understand if in fact the opportunity still exists for the City to provide a proposal to you.
look forward to hearing from you.
Yours truly,
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cc. Mayor H. Jackson- Chapman
Alderman D. Warden, Chair, Protective Services and Transportation Committee
Chief R. Broadbent, St. Thomas Fire Services
September 30, 2011
Mayor Randy Hope, CEO
Municipality of Chatham -Kent
315 King Street West, P.O. Box 640
Chatham, ON N7M 5K8
Reeve Diane Brewer
Village of Newbury
22910 Hagerty Road, P.O. Box 130
Newbury, ON NOL 1ZO
Mayor Bernie Wiehle
Municipality of West Elgin
22413 Hoskins Line, P.O. Box 490
Rodney, ON NOL 2C0
Dear Your Worships:
STEVE PETERS, MPP
Elgin Middlesex London
Mayor Cameron McWilliam
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich
199 Currie Road, P.O. Box 329
Dutton, ON NOL 1 JO
Mayor Doug Reycraft
Municipality of Southwest Middlesex
153 McKellar Street, P.Q. Box 218
Glencoe, ON NOL 1 MO
Please find enclosed a copy of a response I've received from a letter I wrote to Ms. Bev
Mollard of the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA). Also find enclosed a copy of my
original letter to Ms. Mollard.
As you are aware, I am about to retire from public life and I am not running as a
candidate in the October 6, 2011 provincial election. On October 6, I will cease being the
Member of Provincial Parliament for the riding of Elgin Middlesex- London. It has been
an honour and a privilege to serve my constituents over my over 12 years as MPP and I
have especially cherished my close working relationship with municipalities.
Let me be blunt about my reason for writing you today. One of the `loose ends' of my
time as MPP is not helping the Tri County Management Committee find a solution (or
solutions) to the continued rocky relationship it has experienced over the years.
Over the past few years, both my staff and I have tried to sort through the various specific
concerns each Elgin County member municipality of Tri County has had with the
agreement it operates under and specific water system related issues. We have tried to
assist and advise wherever and whenever possible. Unfortunately, issues still remain
unresolved and tensions between some member municipalities have not dissipated.
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Constituency Office
750 Talbot Street, Suite 201, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 1 E2
Tel 519 -631 -06661 Toll Free 1 -800 -265 -76381 Fax 519-631-9478 1 TTY 519- 631 -99041 Email speters.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org
www.stevepeters.com
I am proposing one last idea to you to try to assist you resolve your differences. I
encourage you to consider bringing in an outside, impartial mediator to help you find
ways to come to agreements on the management of the Tri County water system and
resolve your differences. I have provided the names and contact information of two
highly recommended individuals for your consideration to act as a mediator for Tri
County issues at the end of this letter to alI of you.
The two individuals I will mention know water systems. They have vast amount of
experience with similar situations that Tri County finds itself facing and they have no
vested interest in either this region or your water system.
It is totally up to your municipal councils and the members of the Tri County
Management Committee if you choose to accept my proposal. I hope you do.
Sincerely,
Steve Peters, MPP
Elgin Middlesex- London
Recommended mediator candidates:
Mr. John Kehoe, P. Eng.
Waterworks Engineer
Town of Lakeshore
(519) 326 -0450
ikehoe @lakeshore.ca
Mr. Hershel Guttman, P. Eng.
Senior Environmental Engineer
R.V. Anderson Associates Ltd.
(41 6) 497 -8600
hguttman @rogers.com
Constituency Office
750 Talbot Street, Suite 201, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 1E2
Tel 519- 631 -0666 Toil Free 1- 800 -265 -7638 1 Fax 519 631 -9478 1 TTY 519 -631 -9904 Email speters.mpp.co @Iiberal.ola.org
www.stevepeters.com
OCWA Western Regional office
1100 Dearness Drive Unit 18,
Ontario Clean Water Agency London, ON N6E 1N9
oan -te Des Ea`u 1
Tel: (519) 680 -1310
Fax: (519) 680 -1390 x 7003
sbudden @ocwa.com
September 28, 2011
Mr. Steve Peters M.P.P.
Elgin- Middlesex- London
750 Talbot Street, Suite 201
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5P 1E2
Dear Mr. Peters,
We are writing this letter as a follow up to our recent meeting and also to address specific questions
raised in your letter dated June 10, 2011.
In response to your question regarding the benefit of Tri- County controlling the Iona interconnection,
from an operational perspective this interconnect can be considered as an emergency supply that
augments the capacity of the existing WTP. Control of the interconnection between multiple systems
should be the responsibility of Tri County to ensure that the an adequate supply of water is
maintained during both normal and emergency supply situations for the best interests of all the
member municipalities.
The second point deals with the effect to the Tri County system should two of the major users (the
Municipalities of Dutton Dunwich and Southwest Middlesex) no longer take water from the Tri County
system. From an operational standpoint there would be significant effects should any member
municipality leave the system. Most importantly a number of dead ends would be created, resulting
in stagnant water and low chlorine residuals. This would require flushing programs to be initiated by
ail involved to ensure the integrity of the system was maintained. A revised system of vaiving to
properly isolate the water systems would require review and installation. The change in flow patterns
would also require the current SCADA system and the system set points to be re- evaluated to ensure
adequate flows and pressures were maintained. This would result in a reduction in consumption
within the Tri county system, which could lead to an increase in the cost per cubic meter of water
produced.
In terms of the water pressure and flow in the Tri County system at the south side service station
along Highway 401 near Dutton, OCWA does not operate the West Elgin Distribution system and
therefore cannot comment on the water pressures located within that system. OCWA is willing to
provide assistance to study this area if that is desired by the Tri- County Board or West Elgin. OCWA
Engineering has some experience in that area and can provide that review.
With respect to OCWA using office space at the West Elgin WTP, during the construction of the new
plant office, space was allotted to OCWA to use however no reference to the payment of rent was
made or negotiated. Currently the Elgin Operations Manager, Dale LeBritton rotates between the
facilities he manages within his Hub and does not occupy this office on a full time basis. We can
discuss this further with the Tri County Board if they wish.
Lastly, regarding the connection at Eagle, OCWA Operations currently, has no plans for this site. A
study was conducted regarding the effect the proposed changes in water taking would have on the
integrity of the system; please see attached fetter from OCWA Engineering Services in conjunction
with Stantec Consulting dated July 11, 2011. OCWA is waiting for the Committee's reply before
planning for any changes that may occur.
Mr. Peters thank you for taking the time to meet with us to discuss these items. It is my suggestion
that given the number of concerns that have been raised in your letter, some thought should be given
to acquiring an impartial third party mediator to assist with this matter. Should you have any further
comments or questions please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
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Bev Mallard, Regional Manager
Copy: Mr. Andy K. Valickis, P. Eng. Director (A)
Mr. Dale LeBritton, Operations Manager -Elgin Middlesex
Ir Ontario Clean Water Agency
Agenee Ontarlenne Des Faux
July 11, 2011
Municipality of West Elgin
P.O. Box 490
22413 Hoskins Line
Rodney, ON NOL 2C0
Attention: Mrs. Joanne Groch
CAOtI'reasurer
Dear Mrs. Grath:
ENQUIRBRING SERVICES
RE: Municipality of West Elgin
Primary Water System
System Integrity Issues
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One Yonge Street, Suite 1700 TEL: 416 314.5600
Toronto, Ontario FAX: 4J6- 314 -8300
Canada M5E 1E3 www.ocwa,com
DI? Line: 416.314.5351
Last year an analysis was undertaken by OCWA Engineering Services and Stantec Consulting to determine the
impact on the West Elgin Primary Water System, if there was a significant reduction in water taking from Dutton
Dunwich. The computer modeling simulations showed some potential negative impacts for the Primary Water
System.
In Stantec's letter of August 10, 2010 (attached), a number of recommended undertakings were outlined that
would be required to protect the integrity of the primary water system and meet all regulatory requirements. The
recommendations are restated as follows:
Given the potential of degraded water quality and the potential of reverse flow back to the primary water
system along Marsh and Talbot Lines, automated flow control, backflow prevention, and chlorine residual
monitoring is recommended to maintain the safety of the primary water system. The scope of work and
cost to construct and maintain the automated flow control and backflow prevention would need to be
investigated;
The SCADA system of the new water treatment plant would require programming changes (ie.
reconfiguring the high lift pump stop/start set points; incorporate new flow control chambers and related
appurtenances; alarming, etc.). Further investigation, including consultation with MOE, would be required
to confirm the work scope and cost of required upgrades;
Given the risk potential of adverse water quality events occurring, consultation with the MOE would be
prudent to confirm if re-chlorination at the new connection points would be required;
The water treatment plant's Licence (formerly CofA) would need to be revised, to reflect the
corresponding changes (ie. lona Connection; high lift pump set points; new flow control chambers, etc.).
Consultation with MOE would be prudent to confirm what their expectations would be with respect to
amending the plant's Licence and any other requirements to operate the two separate distribution systems;
To date, the above mentioned items have not yet been addressed nor acted upon. It is imperative to proceed with
the above noted recommendations prior to Dutton- Dunwich significantly reducing their water takings.
Please note that we will require a minimum of 6 months advance notice to undertake this work.
Tricounty Primary Water System
S s tem Int t Issues
If these recommended items are not undertaken before Dutton- Dunwich significantly reduces their water takings,
the integrity of the Primary Water System would be put at risk.
Additionally, since Southwest Middlesex has also indicated that they may take a majority or all of their water from
another water system, the modeling should be updated to understand if there are any potential negative impacts to
the Primary Water System,
I trust the foregoing Is self explanatory. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me.
HW/
enclosures
cc: Stantec Consulting Ltd.
(Attn: Elvio Zaghi, P.Eng.)
Yours truly,
F J :rr /r
Andy K. ValIekis, P.Eng.
Director (A)
July 11, 2011
Pa e2
June 10, 2011
Ms. Bev Mallard
Ontario Clean Water Agency, Western Ontario
1100 Dearness Drive, Unit 18
London, ON N6E 1N9
Dear Ms. Mollard:
I am writing to you today with the hope you can shed some light on a number of questions I have
related to the West Elgin water plant and the Tri County Water System.
I recently toured the West Elgin facility when I was already scheduled to be in the area for a
water system related announcement. Mr. Dale LeBritton made himself available to conduct the
tour which was fascinating and highly informative.
While Mr. LeBritton answered most of my questions regarding the West Elgin plant and the Tri
County system, I have five questions that I hope you can answer for me:
What, if any, is the benefit of Tri County controlling the Iona interconnects when the system
owns no lines on either side of the meter pit?
How would the operation of the West Elgin plant be effected if two of the major users (the
municipalities of Dutton Dunwich and Southwest Middlesex) no longer take any or very little
water from the Tri County system?
What is the level of water pressure and flow in the Tri County system at the south side
service station along Highway 401 near Dutton?
Mr. LeBritton confirmed that OCWA uses office space at the West Elgin plant from time to
time. Does OCWA pay rent for this space and if not, should this be a consideration?
Are there any plans by OCWA for the connection at Eagle and does any water flow back
from the Dutton Dunwich distribution system into the West Elgin system?
Please contact my constituency office if you require additional information or clarification about
the above inquiries. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
STEVE PETERS, MPP
Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin Middlesex- London
Norma Bryant
From: <communicate @amo.on.ca>
To: <nbryant @westefgin.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 4:06 PM
Subject: AMO breaking news re CETA update
TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE CLERK AND COUNCIL
October 5, 2011
Canada EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Update
Canada European Union talks toward the Comprehensive Economic and Trade
Agreement (CETA) continue to evolve and AMO is committed to updating members with
information as available to ensure that discussions regarding CETA by Ontario's local
governments are as informed as possible. In our Breaking News of August 15, 2011,
we provided members with information on the status of negotiations, areas under
discussion in a final deal and resources for members to obtain more in -depth details on
the talks.
As members may know, CETA negotiations have progressed through eight rounds
since they began in 2009 and as many local governments are now aware, access to
sub national (provincial /territorial /municipal) procurement markets for Canadian and
European firms is being actively discussed as part of the final deal.
AMO understands that municipal governments and citizens groups across the province
continue to be interested in the progress of the CETA discussions and the potential
impacts on municipalities. Members have informed us that some citizens groups are
seeking to make presentations to councils regarding CETA, including a draft resolution
for adoption.
AMO is guided by the multiple interests of municipal governments and local decision
making in all matters of policy and administration interests that consider local
autonomy, municipal property taxpayer value and the broader economic well -being of
communities and Ontario among the myriad of other interests so that municipalities
are safeguarded in any initiative. We recognize that while some members of our
communities may have some concerns about the agreement's impact on municipalities
and some businesses, others are looking to take advantage of the opportunities
presented to Ontario businesses by the agreement to grow and diversify trade and
operations.
To help to articulate the interests of municipal governments in trade negotiations
generally, and for CETA specifically, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities set
down some principles to guide the federal government in its discussions. The
principles, which were adopted by AMO, require that any deal offer significant
opportunities for economic development for our local companies for any limitations that
may be accepted.
In September, the federal Minister of International Trade, the Honourable Ed Fast,
attended the FCM meeting in Nelson BC along with Canada's Chief Negotiator for
CETA. Minister Fast confirmed to FCM at that meeting and in a letter to FCM's
President, Berry Vrabanovic, that the federal government accepted the principles and
that he believed the final CETA deal would conform to them. In his letter Minister Fast stated that CETA
would not affect municipalities' ability to use procurement selection criteria that included relevant
experience, social and environmental factors and quality nor would it require privatization of municipal
services or affect the ability of municipalities to regulate within their jurisdiction. Minister Fast also confirmed
that municipalities would not be subjected to any disputes under CETA as these would be between the
signatories of the agreement: the governments of Canada and the European Union.
AMO considers these statements encouraging and will continue to work with FCM and the next provincial
government to ensure the interests of Ontario municipalities are understood and addressed in the final
agreement.
In the meantime, recognizing these developments and the concerns shared by citizens, some AMO
members have passed resolutions which encourage the Province of Ontario and the federal government to
continue to engage with FCM and AMO to address the interests of our members. The resolution is provided
below for members to consider and adopt should councils wish to take action on CETA.
Whereas the Government of Canada and the European Union have been negotiating a trade
agreement known as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA);
And Whereas the Canada European Union relationship holds great potential for growing Canada's
trade and collective prosperity;
And Whereas the Council has been made award that some members of our community have
concern regarding the impact of CETA negotiations currently underway between Canada and the
European Union;
And Whereas the (municipality of_ supports the guiding principles as set out by the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and endorsed by the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO);
Be it Resolved that the (municipality of requests the Federal Government and the Province
of Ontario to continue to ensure that the municipal sectors' interests are represented in the
ongoing negotiations; and
That the federal government's negotiations ensure that the FCM guiding principles will be fully
reflected in any trade agreement reached between Canada and the European Union; and
That the federal and Ontario governments provide FCM and AMO with regular, detailed updates
on the status of the European Union trade negotiations to the fullest extent possible.
This resolution be forwarded to the Minister of International Trade; our local MPs, the Premier of
Ontario, our local MPPs, the Ontario Minister responsible for Trade and Economic Development,
FCM and AMO.
AMO Contact: Craig Reid, AMO Senior Policy Advisor, at: CReidtc7r amo.on.ca or 416 971 9856 ext. 334
United Way
Toronto
August 22, 2011
Municipality Of West Elgin
Box 490
Rodney, Ontario NOL 2C0
Attention: Joanne Groch
Dear Joanne Groch
Thank you for your time and all the information provided with respect to the Electric
Utilities Late Payment Settlement. As you are aware the two low income energy
assistance programs selected in accordance with the Settlement are LEAP (overseen by
the Ontario Energy Board) and the Emergency Energy Fund (overseen by the Ministry of
Community and Social Services). Both of these programs are Provincial in scope,
however, funding will only be used for Municipality Of West Elgin customers /residents.
Accordingly, the Agency selections have now been finalized and the Agencies have
received the Funding Agreements. Once these are completed and returned to United
Way Toronto we will begin transferring the Settlement Funds to the Agencies, as
required, so that low income Electric Utility Customers in your area will be able to access
the Settlement Funds through one of these programs. Any funds that are not
immediately being sent to the Agency will be invested. You will be provided with an
Annual Report that will outline the funds spent in the program, the funds remaining and
any applicable interest earned.
I am writing to advise you that the Agency selected to receive the Settlement Funds is
United Way of Greater Simcoe. The total amount of funding available after legal and
administrative fees as outlined in the Court Settlement is $1,954.32 for the LEAP
Program.
Please feel free to contact me, should you have any questions. I can be reached at
(416)777 -2001, ext. 222 or e-mail: energy@ uwgt.org
Sincerely,
-461
Kristi Billing
Manager, Energy Projects
?6 itW elhogion Sr 7 ?ii Ffoor Toronto ON MOE 1 7 7 7 i )7 Fax 4 h 7 7 7 4467 ;:n!Cedo ayiar n! corn
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, ON N5R 5V1
Municipality of
Bayham
Municipality of
Central Elgin
Municipality of
Dutton /Dunwich
Municipality of
West Elgin
Township of
Malahide
Township of
Southwold
October 6, 2011
Township of Bayham
9344 Plank Road
P.O. Box 160
Straffordville, ON N0J 11
Township of Malahide
87 John Street South
Aylmer, ON N5H 2C3
Municipality of Central Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, ON N5R 5V1
Re: Policin&Costs
ELGIN GROUP POLICE SERVICES BOARD
Chair Douglas G. Gunn Q.C.
Councils of the Elgin Group Police Services Board
Municipality of West Elgin
22413 Hoskins Line
P.O. Box 490
Rodney, ON NOL 2C0
Municipality of Dutton /Dunwich
199 Currie Road
Dutton, ON NOJ 1J0
Township of Southwold
35663 Fingal Line
Fingal, ON NOL 1K0
Tel. 519 631 -1460 Ext. 161
Fax 519 633 -7661
Res. 519 633 -1292
Although, on the Elgin Group Police Services Board (hereinafter "the Board I represent the
Municipalities of the Township of Southwold, the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich and the
Municipality of West Elgin, I write this letter to all of the member Municipalities of the Board in
my capacity as Chairperson.
My cast report to you in connection with the above was dated the 27 of July, 2011, and a copy is
enclosed for your ease of reference.
Over the course of the last three months, the Board has had an opportunity to receive additional
information and representations from the Detachment Commander and Contract Policing in
Orillia, Ontario, all in an attempt to seek out ways to reduce the costs of police services to the
member municipalities.
It became apparent at an early stage of these information sessions that the only way to achieve a
substantial reduction in the overall costs would be to reduce the number of personnel at the
detachment level.
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On the 26 of September, 2011, and in response to a request of the Board, I received from
Contract Policing three (3) summaries of estimated policing costs representing a reduction of 1, 2
and 3.29 constables and copies of those are now enclosed. Any contract into which these costing
summaries might be incorporated would be effective as of the 1 day of September, 2011 as a
result of the existing contract having expired as of the 31St day of August, 2011. These estimates
are based upon the 2008 costing formula as developed by the Ontario Provincial Police and
should that formula change, policing costs would similarly change. It would be reasonable to
assume that any change would result in an increase, not a decrease, of the policing costs. The
standard contract for police services also contains provisions which permit an increase should
there be an increase in some of the component costs being incurred in providing the police
services. An example of the component costs which might increase would be fuel although, in the
past, this clause has never been invoked notwithstanding significant increases in the fuel costs on
a year over year basis.
A reduction of 3.29 constables would bring the number of constables at the local detachment
office to the precise number of constables arrived at by the Ontario Provincial Police applying its
deployment model to the Elgin Group area. It is my understanding that when the last contract for
police services was entered into, the decision was made to have certain "enhancements" made
available which included an increase in the number of constables at the local detachment beyond
the minimum number determined by applying the deployment formula for this area. When the
decision was made by an earlier Board to increase the number of constables at the local
detachment by way of "enhancements the Province of Ontario made available through its
"1,000 Partnership Grant" a total of approximately $60,000.00 to help defray the cost of the
enhancements. There is a potential to lose part or all of that grant if the number of police
constables is reduced.
In summary, the cost estimates which we have been provided with are as follows:
a) no reduction in personnel $6,144,092.00
b) reduction of 1 $6,001,332.00
c) reduction of 2 $5,860,043.00
d) reduction of 3.29 $5,677,780.00
The Board has asked the Detachment Commander what a reduction in the number of constables
would mean as far as the police services to be provided are concerned and the Board has been
informed by the Detachment Commander that the areas which would "have to give" are probably
the following:
a) school resource programs;
b) community policing programs;
c) community events;
d) community directed patrol programs;
e) foot patrol; and
f) Crime Stoppers program;
although not necessarily in the order listed above.
Obviously, a reduction in personnel is likely to mean a reduction in services unless there is some
way that the Detachment Commander can operate more efficiently with a reduced level of
personnel. The Detachment Commander has verbally committed to do the very best that he can
if he is obliged to operate with a reduction from the existing complement of personnel available
to him.
You should also be aware that the reduction of personnel will not detract from the five core areas
of policing which, if there is a contract, the Ontario Provincial Police are by statute obligated to
provide. The five core areas are:
1. crime prevention;
2. law enforcement;
3. assistance to victims of crime;
4. public order maintenance; and
5. emergency response.
Also enclosed for your information is a schedule which breaks down into various categories the
costs associated with developing the costing proposal.
The final decision with respect to policing will rest with the member municipalities. To the extent
that this Board has any input, it would recommend that:
a) the Ontario Provincial Police provide policing to the municipalities as members of a
Section 10 Board;
b) the cost estimate based upon a reduction of 2 constables be utilized.
The foregoing recommendation has as its underpinning the following:
a) it minimizes the financial impact on the municipalities since the estimate is very close to
the existing budgeted amount;
b) the service reduction appears manageable_ and will not affect the five core areas of
policing;
c) the non mandatory areas listed above (school resource programs, etc.) can be monitored
on an ongoing basis and addressed if required over time.
It should also be noted that the decrease of two constables would reduce the 2011 estimated
policing costs to a level which is approximately $20,000.00 higher than the current estimate of
policing costs. It would be open to the member municipalities, without any negotiation, to ask
the Ontario Provincial Police to increase the number of constables available at the local
detachment should there be a need to do so.
Lastly, this Board would urge the member municipalities to arrive at a decision on a unanimous
basis. A failure of one municipality to "sign on" could well mean that that municipality would be
obliged to seek an alternative pursuant to Section 5 of the Police Services Act, i.e., establish its
own police force, enter into an agreement with an adjacent municipality, enter into a separate
agreement with the Ontario Provincial Police, etc.
This Board will be available for an information meeting, if requested, at the County Buildings, on
Thursday, the 20 of October, 2011 commencing at 7:00 in the evening if there are any Council
members who wish to attend. Kindly let Susan McConnell know if there is a requirement for such
a meeting by telephoning her at 519 631 -1460, ext. 103 by no later than Monday, the 17 of
October, 2011.
The representatives of Contract Policing in Oriliia have requested that a final decision of the Elgin
Group be made known as soon as possible but, in any event, no later than the 17 of November,
2011.
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A sample Resolution is enclosed should you see fit to adopt the recommendations of this Board as
set forth in this letter.
cc: Board Members
Mark G. McDonald CAO
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, ON, N5R SV1
RESOLUTION
That the Municipality/Township of hereby agrees with the
recommendation of the Elgin Group Police Services Board for a new five year contract for OPP services
at an estimated annual policing cost of $5,860,043.00 representing a reduction of two full -time
equivalent constables, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the new agreement.
OPP Cost Schedule for Municipal Policing for the Year 2011 (Based on 2008 costing formula
The following categories are taken into consideration when preparing the costing proposal:
item 2011 Estimates
Uniformed Staff Salaries
(Based on 2011 salary rates see note)
Civilian Salaries
(Based on 2011 salary rates see note)
Note: The 2011 2014 Collective Agreements rates are applied.
Benefits 24.7 uniformed staff
24.3 civilian staff
17.46 for part -time uniform staff
2% overtime payments
Overtime Hours
Shift Premium
Contractual Payouts (Vacation Stats)
OSS Payroll and Benefit
Communications Support
Prisoner Guards/Expenses
Communication Centre
Operational Support
Policing)
Vehicle Usage
Telephone
Office Supplies Equipment
Accommodation
Uniforms Equipment
Cleaning Contract
Mobile Radio Maintenance
Office Automation
RHQ Municipal Support
Inspector
Staff Sergeant
Staff Sergeant
Sergeant
Constable
Part-time
Court Officer 57,255
Detachment Administrative Clerk 55,439
Caretaker 46,961
8.8% of uniformed staff salaries
$458 per uniformed member
$2,512 per uniformed member
$394 per new FTE
$4,784 per uniformed member
$1,199 per uniformed member
$220 per uniformed member
$1,449 per uniformed member
$9,707 per uniformed member
$1,348 per uniformed member
$440 per uniformed member
$457 per uniformed member
$1,202 per uniformed member
$183 per uniformed member
$732 per uniformed member
$2,503 per uniformed member
$1,351 per civilian member
$1,657 per uniformed member
OSS Financial Services Fee 1.15% of total ODOE
129,726
118,951 (Detachment Commander)
110,616 (Program Manager)
98,093
87,240
66,790
(Inclusive of Benefits)
(Inclusive of Benefits)
(Training, Recruiting, Contract
The current approved formula, 2008 costing formula, has been used to project ongoing costs for 201 land throughout
the term of this Agreement Note that upon approval of an updated costing forntula, the new costing formula shall
be applied in the following calendar year and costs shall be adjusted accordingly.
Municipalities are billed for actual costs at year -end.
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O.P.P. COSTING SUMMARY
Estimated Policing Costs for the period
January 01, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Elgin Group
TOTAL. ESTIMATED POLICING COST
(Option 1 Decrease One (1) FTE Constable)
Salaries and Benefits
Uniform Members Positions
Inspector 0.67 86,916
Staff Sergeant Detachment Commander
Staff Sergeant 0.67 74,113
Sergeant 2.66 260,927
Constables 35.54 3,100,510
Part-Time Constables (Note 2) 1.25 83,488
Total Uniform Salaries (Note 1) 3,605,954
Overtime (Provincial Average) 309,675
Contractual Payout (Vacation Statutory Holidays) 99,324
Shift Premium 18,068
Benefits (23.7% of Salaries; 17.46% Part -Time; 2% of Overtime) 890,820
Total Uniform Salaries Benefits
Civilian Members Positions
Court Officer
Detachment Administrative Clerk 2.66 147,468
Caretaker
Communication Operators 195,139
Prisoner Guards 48,907
Total Civilian Salaries (Noto 1)
391,514
Benefits (24.3% of Salaries; 17.46% Part -Time) 35,835
Total Civilian Salaries Benefits
OSS Pay and Benefit Charge (Note 3)
TOt4t alari®s Benefits a
Other Direct Operating Expenses
Communication Centre 8,974
Operational Support 59,105
RHO Municipal Support 67,589
Vehicle Usage 395,949
Administrative Vehicle (Note 4) 9,788
Telephone 54,985
Office Supplies Equipment 17,948
Accommodation 18,641
Uniform Equipment 49,030
Auxiliary Officers Per Diem (Note 5)
Cleaning Contract 7,465
Mobile Radio Equipment Maintenance 29,858
Office Automation Uniform (Note 6) 103,448
Office Automation Civilian 3,594
Total Other Direct Operating Expenses
OSS Financial Services Fee
2011 Total Estimated Gross Policing Cost 6,188,641
Provincial Services Usage (Note 7) (187,310)
4,923,841
427,349
1,576
3766
826,372
9,503
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O.P.P. COSTING SUMMARY Elgin Group
Estimated Policing Costs for the period
January 01, 2011 to December 31, 2011 (Option 1 Decrease One (1) FTE Constable)
1) The estimated policing cost for 2011 associated to this proposal, based on the Uniform and Civilian 2011 Salary
schedules, is $6,0(11,3
2) Part-Time Constables are classified as casual part -time using a 3rd class Constable salary of $66,790. They are
included in the shift premium calcutations and in the overtime calculation. They are not entitled to the Contractual
payouts. They are entitled to certain benefits which are calculated at 17.46% of their salaries. Their positions
are also taken into consideration for the calculation of other direct operating expenses.
3) Ontario Shared Services (OSS) Payroll and Benefit charge is calculated at $394 per new FTE. Three
enhancements in the year 2007 and one enhancement with an effective start date May 1, 2008.
4) Administrative Vehicle has an annual cost of $9,788.
5) Effective January 1, 2011, the former charge of $300 per Auxiliary Officer will not be charged to the
Municipalities.
6) Office Automation Uniform is calculated at $2,503 per uniformed member. included in cost is one additional
OPP Standard desktop computer at an annual cost of $1,351 required for the Administrative Sergeant position.
7) A Provincial Services Usage (PSU) reduction of the estimated 2011 policing cost is given to the municipality. It is
based on a calculation of 50% of the municipality's 3 Year average (2008, 2009, 2010) of actual PSU
experience to a maximum of 5 The three year average used for this costing is 3.03
O.P.P. COSTING SUMMARY
Estimated Policing Costs for the period
January 01, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Salaries and Benefits
Uniform Members Positions
Inspector 0.67 86,916
Staff Sergeant Detachment Commander
Staff Sergeant 0.87 74,113
Sergeant 2.66 260,927
Constables (Note 2) 34.54 3,013,270
Part -Time Constables (Note t) 1.25 83,488
Total Uniform Salaries 3,518,714
Overtime (Provincial Average) 301,998
Contractual Payout (Vacation Statutory Holidays) 96,812
Shift Premium 17,610
Benefits (23.7% of Salaries; 17.46% Part Tune; 2% of Overtime) 869,118
Total Uniform Salaries Benefits
Civilian Members Positions
Court Officer
Detachment Administrative Clerk 2.66 147,488
Caretaker
Communication Operators
Prisoner Guards
Total Civilian Salaries (Note t)
Benefits (24.3% of Salaries; 17.46% Part -Time)
Total Civilian Salaries Benefits
OSS Pay and Benefit Charge (Note 3)
[aries
Auxiliary Officers Per Diem (Note 5)
Cleaning Contract
Mobile Radio Equipment Maintenance
Office Automation Uniform (Note 6)
Office Automation Civilian
Total Other Direct Operating Expenses
OSS Financial Services Fee
Elgin Group
(option 2 Decrease Two (2) FTE Constables)
1 90,355
47.706
385,531
35,835
Other Direct Operating Expenses
Communication Centre 6,754
Operational Support 57,656
RHQ Municipal Support 65,932
Vehicle Usage 388,242
Administrative Vehicle (Note4) 9,788
Telephone 53,637
Office Supplies Equipment 17,508
Accommodation 15,184
Uniform Equipment 47,828
7,282
29,126
100,945
3,594
2011 Total Estimated Gross Policing Cost 6,042,943
Provincial Services Usage (Note 7) (182,900)
4,804,252
421,366
1,576
806,474
9,274
TOTAL ESTCMATED •POL1CIN 'GOS3 :A8430;043
O.P.P. COSTING SUMMARY
Estimated Policing Costs for the period
January 01, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Salaries and Benefits
Uniform Members Positions
Inspector 0.67 86,916
Staff Sergeant Detachment Commander
Staff Sergeant 0.67 74,113
Sergeant 2.66 260,927
Constables (Note 2) 33.25 2,900,730
Part -Time Constables (Note 1) 1.25 83,488
Total Uniform Salaries 3,406,174
Overtime (Provincial Average) 292,095
Contractual Payout (Vacation Statutory Holidays) 93,572
Shift Premium 17,019
Benefits (23.7% of Salaries; 17.46% Part -Time; 2% of Overtime) 841,122
Total Uniform Salaries Benefits
Civilian Members Positions
Court Officer
Detachment Administrative Clerk 2.66 147,468
Caretaker
Communication Operators 184,184
Prisoner Guards 46,162
Total Civilian Salaries (Note 1)
Elgin Group
(Option 3 Decrease (3.29) FTE Constables)
377,813
Benefits (24.3% of Salaries; 17.46% Part -Time) 35,835
Total Civilian Salaries Benefits 413,648
OSS Pay and Benefit Charge (Note 3) 1,576
Totat.'Safaries Benefits.'
Other Direct Operating Expenses
Communication Centre 8,470
Operational Support 55,787
RHO Municipal Support 63,795
Vehicle Usage 373.720
Administrative Vehicle (Nolo 4) 9,788
Telephone 51,898
Office Supplies Equipment 16,940
Accommodation 17,595
Uniform Equipment 46,277
Auxiliary Officers Per Diem (Note 5)
Cleaning Contract 7,046
Mobile Radio Equipment Maintenance 28.182
Office Automation Uniform (Note 6) 97.717
Office Automation Civilian 3,594
Total Other Direct Operating Expenses
OSS Financial Services Fee
2011 Total Estimated Gross Policing Cost 5,854,991
Provincial Services Usage (Natal) (177,211)
4,649,982
780,806
8,970
OTAL ESTIMATED PO OING
O.P.P. COSTING SUMMARY
Estimated Policing Costs for the period
January 01, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Elgin Group
(Option 3 Decrease (3.29) FTE Constables)
1) The estimated policing cost for 2011 associated to this proposal, based on the Uniform and Civilian 2011 Salary
schedules. is $5,677.780.
2) Part -Time Constables are classified as casual part -time using a 3rd class Constable salary of $66,790_ They are
included in the shift premium calculations and in the overtime calculation. They are not entitled to the
Contractual payouts. They are entitled to certain benefits which are calculated at 17.46% of their salaries. Their
positions are also taken into consideration for the calculation of other direct operating expenses.
3) Ontario Shared Services (OSS) Payroll and Benefit charge is calculated at $394 per new FIE. Three
enhancements in the year 2007 and one enhancement with an effective start date May 1, 2008.
4) Administrative Vehicle has an annual cost of $9,788.
5) Effective January 1, 2011, the former charge of $300 per Auxiliary Officer will not be charged to the
Municipalities.
6) Office Automation Uniform is calculated at $2,503 per uniformed member_ Included in cost is one additional
OPP Standard desktop computer at an annual cost of $1,351 required for the Administrative Sergeant position.
7) A Provincial Services Usage (PSU) reduction of the estimated 2011 policing cost is given to the municipality. It
is based on a calculation of 50% of the municipality's 3 Year average (2008, 2009, 2010) of actual PSU
experience to a maximum of 5 The three year average used for this costing is 3.03
6:30PM Meet Greet Networking
West Elgin Chamber of Commerce
Agenda
Annual General Meeting
5 October, 2010
Elgin International Club, Pioneer Line
Those present: Nancy Mott, Linda Perry, Grace McGartland, Ed Markham, Norm Miller,
Wendy Dupuis, Diane Van Dyke, Heather Bell, Howard Culligan, Graham Warwick, Mary Bodnar,
Bernie Wiehle, Keith Iris Fretter, Tom Hurley, Ed Kebbel, Irene Puddester, Robert White, Jesse
Cnockart, Trudy Balint, Pam Picsinato, Jeff Voros, Jonathan Wolfe, John Fisher, Dug Aldred;
Helen Okolisa; Gina Lima Carroll.
Keith Fretter called the meeting to order, and introduced the executive team.
7 :30PM Guest Speaker Graham Warwick, Mayor of West Elgin
Graham extended congratulations to the Chamber for its 10 anniversary. Cooperation
amalgamation of the two previously existing business associations was encouraged by the
Municipality Duncan McPhail Graham set up the initial investment. Municipality has a history
of encouraging volunteer activity, and investing in the cooperation of organizations. Told the story
of the indoor washrooms and a new roof at an old building that was used by community groups.
Made -in- Toronto policies generally do not work, and the local municipality finds the ways to make
it work here tackling the bureaucracy on behalf of the volunteers. The marina expansion is
another example a feasibility study was conducted to see if the concept was viable. Report was
initially not good fiscally not a good idea, too risky. Municipality then proceeded with an
infrastructure grant application, in partnership with the Yacht Club, to expand the marina, and pay
the money back over time, which they have done. Leveraging outside money into the community
such as Heritage House in West Lorne Municipality managed to spend not only local money,
but also provincial and federal money to make that possible. Recreational facilities are mainly run
by volunteer activity, Santa Clause parades, Canada Day, many of the special events such as the
Fair Board and the Rodney Fair are all accomplished by means of volunteer activity, with a little
bit of investment. We work best when we work with people. Municipality has made several
investments in infrastructure over the years, because of a progressive council and public support.
If they can spend $1, and receive $2 more to match, then we build a community. County is an
essential part of who we are, as we are all together in that organization. We have enjoyed
alliances over the years, and experienced benefit from these associations. A few years ago, all
the municipalities decided to put Economic Development in the hands of the county, to overcome
local tendencies to maintain autonomous independent communities. County serves as a means
of negotiating with higher levels of government. We wanted "Official Plan Lite and that is how
the system has been designed. Province likes centralization, and it will be resisted due to local
idiosyncrasies and interests. We also want to pave Furnival Road. One of Graham's pet peeves
is the problems of politics in road construction. We need to buck the current trend of engineers
getting roads approved based on other requirements, than local needs. We are short on road
capital, and need to plan locally. Planning criteria need to be added to road allocations. County
Council has turned around the affairs of the County, and now operates without deficits, and
ensures the capture of critical funds from other layers of government. Look for the positive
qualities in others, and you'll get things done. You get more done if you listen first, then you get to
speak. Don't be afraid to admit you're wrong, and never be afraid to explain the reasons for
making a decision. Council also has to work together in an open and honest manner. People
should never walk away from, local government mad, just keep trying. Question your politicians,
but support them, because they are making decisions to the best advantage of the community.
8 :OOPM Minutes of 2009 AGM
Keith asked for a motion, moved by Irene Puddester, seconded by Robert White, no objections,
motion carried.
8:10PM President's Report 2010 in Review
One year ago, we observed 42 members, and that would not provide sufficient revenue to carry
us into the future. We have invested in our website and thanks to Ed Markham for a very
successful effort. We are now up to 58 members, but we are still short financially, and have
increased the membership fee to $75. One of the big efforts for 2009 involved supporting the
development of Port Glasgow. Declining activity needs to be reversed, and this represents the
biggest single opportunity open to us now. As an organization of volunteers, we have
experienced issues with filling positions, and had to suspend one committee completely. We
depend on volunteers, and workload can be overwhelming. West Elgin deserves a GOOD
Chamber of Commerce, so please consider volunteering over the next year. Congratulations to
the members of the executive and Board, it's been a blast.
8 :30PM Treasurer's Report and Proposed Budget Ed Kebbel
Total revenue $7346.21, expenditures 8539.80, for a deficit from reserves of
$1193.59. This is the reason we've raised the membership fees. We will break even
60 members $75 per.
Attached to the budget is a statement by the auditors that the process is in good
standing.
Motion to accept Wendy Dupuis, seconded by Sharon Little, no objections, carried.
8:40PM Report of the Nominating Committee
Ed Markham was forced, due to the departure of other members of the committee to carry on
regardless.
Slate is as follows:
President Keith Fretter
Vice Robert White
Secretary Ted Uffen
Treasurer Ed Kebbel
Directors Irene Puddester, Iris Fretter, Linda Perry,
8 :50PM Election of Officers Calls for nominations for all positions, no nominations
were called. The slate was thereby elected.
Appointment of Nominating Committee Ed Markham, Gina Lima Carrot,
Tom Hurley
Appointment of Auditing Committee Diane Van Dyke, Bernie Wiehle,
Sharon Little
9 :15PM Incoming Presidents Comments Get involved with the Board of Directors.
Meetings are not onerous, and have a recreational aspect. We want to grow the chamber it's
not a one person job. Talk to other business people in the community. Our website is a benefit
that other small chambers do not enjoy. We can input to a lobby directly to the Provincial
chamber. Help us build membership, and do a little bit more than we did last year in Business
After 5 events. We have seen great success, and we also network with Dutton Dunwich, in a
more relaxed setting, and tell each other what we do.
Other Business Mpower promotion to encourage buying from local businesses. Heather has
information regarding the postcard campaign.
All candidates meetings are planned first is in this hall, Thursday evening. Candidates will be
accessible, and the focus for the first meeting is Mayor Deputy Mayor, Second is Ward 2
Trustee, and the third is Wards 1 3. Ward Maps will be appearing in the Chronicle.
9:25PM Motion to Adjourn
9:30PM 10:OOPM Informal Networking
Note: Next Chamber Meeting November 2 2010, 7:30PM Town Hail, Rodney
West Elgin Arena Board
August 9 2011
This session of the West Elgin Arena Board was called to order at 9:30 am with the
following members present Mary Bodnar, Dug Aldred, Teri Knott, Alphonse Willie, Bob
Purcell, and Recreation Superintendent Jeff Slater.
Item 1 Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: None Noted.
Item 2 Delegations: There were no delegations present at this session.
Item 3 Adoption of the Minutes:
Moved By: Teri Knott
Seconded By: Bob Purcell
The West Elgin Arena Board resolves that the minutes of July 12 be adopted as amended.
That the minutes be amended to indicate that the end time for the Black and Gold
tournament be 10 pm not 6 pm as indicated.
CARRIED.
Item 4 Accounts and Financial Reports:
Moved By Alphonse Willie
Seconded By: Dug Aldred
The West Elgin Arena Board resolves that the July accounts m the amount of 2806.84
be approved as presented.
CARRIED
Item 5 Business Arising from the Minutes:
Seasonal Staff: The Recreation Superintendent reported that the ad will be out in
next weeks paper.
Concession Fire System: The Recreation Superintendent reported that the concession
fire system needs to be tied into the alarm system and is going to require more
planning than just a mere replacement of the system. More Information will follow as
it becomes available.
Ice Schedule: The Ice schedule as far as WESC and WLMH is almost complete, just
a few details left to iron out. The Recreation Superintendent reported that the High
School is also running a Hockey course thus year and will be using additional ice
time.
Item 6 Correspondence;
Financial Information Regarding the Capital projects of 2010, read and filed.
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Item 7 New Business: There was no new business presented at this session.
Item 8 Adjournment:
The Recreation Superintendent requested that if possible the next regular session be
moved to September 20 2011 as the existing date falls during Fair Week and the
Recreation Staff are very busy during this time. The following resolution was passed:
Moved By: Bob Purcell
Seconded By Teri Knott
The West Elgin Arena Board resolves that this session of the West Elgin Arena Board
hereby adjourn at this hour of 10 am and reconvene September 20 2011 at 9:30 am at the
arena or at the call of the chair.
CARRIED
Norma Bryant
From: "OWMC (MAH)" <OWMC @ontario.ca>
Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2011 9:56 AM
Subject: 2011 Ontario West Municipal Conference Friday November 25, 2011
The Municipal Services Office Western of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is
finalizing plans for the 2011 Ontario West Municipal Conference.
Please take note that the conference venue has chanaed to the London Convention Centre.
Theme:
Date:
Location:
Foundations for the Future: Staying on Track
Friday, November 25, 2011
London Convention Centre, 300 York Street, London, ON N6B 1 P8
Tel: (519) 661 -6200, Toll Free: 1- 800 203 -1992, Fax: (519) 661 -5990
Conference Once again we are partnering with the Association of Municipalities
Registration: of Ontario who has posted the registration form and conference
details on their website.
Overnight We have secured rooms at both the Delta London Armouries Hotel
Accommodation: and the Hilton London Hotel for November 24 25, 2011. Please be
sure to book early in order to obtain the special room rates.
Keynote Speaker:
The reglstration cost is $254.25 per person ($225 plus 13% HST). The
link to AMO's website is: www.amo.on.ca
Delta London Armouries Hotel
Room rates from $99 149 depending on choice of room.
Reservation Link: Click here for more Information or to reserve
Hilton London Hotel
Room rates are $109 for all rooms.
Reservation Link: Click here for more information or to reserve
Avi Friedman, Ph.D.
Professor of Architecture
Going Green: Sustainable Cities for the 2 P Century
The mounting environmental pressures on medium -size and large
cities (e.g. reducing emissions, curbing urban sprawl, global
warming, excessive consumption of natural resources) requires
retooling of key policies and planning principles. This lecture lists
new emerging challenges that cities will face in the 21st century,
describes trends that are likely to affect society, offers principles
and shows examples of sustainable planning.
Dr. Friedman received his Bachelor's degree in Architecture and
Town Planning from the Israel Institute of Technology, his Master's
Degree from McGill University, and his Doctorate from the University
of Montreal. In 1988, he founded the Affordable Homes Program at
the McGill School of Architecture where he teaches. He is the
author of ten books and was a syndicated columnist for the
CanWest Chain of daily newspapers. He is a practicing architect
and the recipient of numerous awards including the Manning
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Innovation Award and the United Nations World Habitat Award. In
the year 2000 he was selected by Wallpaper magazine as 1 of 10
people from around the world "most likely to change the way we
live."
Plenary Speaker: David Phillips
Senior Climatologist, Environment Canada
Photo Request:
David has been employed with Environment Canada's weather
service for over 40 years. His work activities relate to the study of the
climate of Canada and to promote awareness and understanding
of weather and climate in Canada. He has published several
books, papers and reports on the climate of Canada, including
several essays in The Canadian Encyclopaedia, a book on The
Climates of Canada, and two bestsellers: The Day Niaaara Falls Ran
and Blame It On The Weather. He is the originator and author of
the Canadian Weather Trivia Calendar, the most popular calendar
sold in Canada, and now in its 24th year. For nearly ten years he
wrote the Weather -wise column in the Canadian Geoaraphic
magazine. David frequently appears on national radio and
television as a commentator on weather and climate matters.
David is a fellow of both the Royal Canadian Geographical Society
and the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society. He
has been awarded the Patterson Medal for Distinguished Service to
Meteorology in Canada, and has twice received the Public Service
Merit Award. David is the recipient of two honorary doctorates
from the University of Waterloo and Nipissing University. In 2001,
David was named to the Order of Canada.
Concurrent Sessions: Planning 101 Understanding the World of Planning
(subject to change) Financially Sustainable Municipalities The Next Generation
Creating a Food Revolution
Strength in Numbers Enterprise Industrial Clustering
Adapting to Climate Change A Guide for Ontario
Municipalities
Retooling Downtowns
Inside the Board Room: Enhancing Your OMB Experience
Using Community Improvement Plans for Local Economic
Success
Top Tips for Municipal Strategic Planning
Re- Think, Resource Re -Tool To Promote Economic
Community Development
Building Futures Together: Long Term Affordable Housing Strategy
Local Government 2.0: How New Technology Social Media
Can
Change How Municipalities Communicate
As it has been done in previous years, a video presentation will be
shown throughout the day in the main ballroom. If your municipality
has not already sent us photos, could you please send 3 -4 photos
that reflect your community to owmc @ontario.ca by September 15
and we will try to incorporate as many as of these photos in this
year's conference.
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