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Regular Meeting
May 21, 2019
What was decided (27 motions)
26 carried, 1 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated May 21, 2019 be approved inclusive of two addendum items. 298/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 7, 2019 be adopted as circulated. 299/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the request from the Land O'Lakes Emmanuel United Church be received and further that the fee associated with the permit to construct a shed at their clothing boutique location in Northbrook be waived. 300/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by Tony Fritsch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Clerk entitled "Dog Licensing Fees - Registered Service Animals" be received and further that the request to waive the licence fee for a registered service animal be approved for 2019 and that staff be requested to investigate how other municipalities are licensing registered service animals and report back to Council. 301/19
Moved by Kirby Thompson, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the draft July 2019 Newsletter be received and approved as amended to include information about Building Services and to straighten the text under the 'Did you know' section. 302/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Hanover petitioning the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to reverse the 50% funding cuts to Southern Ontario Library Service and Ontario Library Service - North agencies and re-instate provincial funding for these services to at least the 2017-2018 funding level and to maintain the operating grant funding for all Ontario libraries be received and supported. 303/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of McKellar urging the Ontario Government to restore the funding to Ontario Library North and Southern Ontario Library Service at a minimum to the previous 2018 funding level be received and supported. 304/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of Mulmur requesting the Province to reconsider the 50% budget cut for Ontario Library Services and find some other means to fund necessary library services be received and received. 305/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Aurora opposing Bill 108 which, in its current state, will have negative consequences on community building and proper planning and calling on the Government of Ontario to halt the legislative advancement of Bill 108 to enable fulsome consultation with Municipalities to ensure that its objectives for sound decision-making for housing growth that meets local needs will be reasonably achieved be received. 306/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Lost
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Aurora opposing Bill 108 which, in its current state, will have negative consequences on community building and proper planning and calling on the Government of Ontario to halt the legislative advancement of Bill 108 to enable fulsome consultation with Municipalities to ensure that its objectives for sound decision-making for housing growth that meets local needs will be reasonably achieved be received and supported. Deputy Reeve Fritsch requests a recorded vote on resolution 307 /19 . Miles, Fritsch and Hogg – Yea Thompson and Yanch – Nay Yeas – 3 Nays – 2 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution 307/19 is
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of Mulmur requesting that the Provincial Government provide for municipal representation at future meetings related to Aggregate Reform; that Municipalities be provided authority to regulate hours of operation and haul routes within municipal boundaries; that, if the Provincial level is accepted as a single level for applications, Municipalities be provided a process through which to provide comments on aggregate extraction activities proposed within or in the vicinity of their boundaries; that the comments on 'Cutting the Red Tape' provided by the Ontario Sand and Gravel Association be evaluated from the perspective of the local host community and ensure that there are mechanisms/processes in place to address impacts; and that land unavailable for extraction due to changes on the rules to endangered and threatened species and other policies within the Natural Heritage System continue to be protected be received and supported. 308/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Peel requesting that the Province engage municipalities and existing Boards of Health before proceeding with any changes to the existing structure and funding of Public Health and Paramedic Services be received. 309/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that all matters for information be received. 310/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the AHEAD Committee Meeting Minutes from April 2, 2019 be received. 311/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved that Reeve Hogg, Deputy Reeve Fritsch, Councillor Yanch, the Clerk and Deputy Clerk form the municipal team to represent the Township of Addington Highlands during the Economic Development Strategy session with the County of Lennox & Addington and further that Ken Hook also be asked to participate. 312/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved to approve the proposal from Playground Planners for the supply and installation of new playground equipment in Flinton in the amount of $42,920.48 as recommended by the Flinton Recreation Club. 313/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Kaladar/Barrie Joint Fire Committee meeting minutes of February 4, 2019 be received. 314/19
Moved by Kirby Thompson, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved that Resolution #27-19 from the Kaladar/Barrie Joint Fire Committee regarding the replacement of Mini Pump 621 be received and further that the recommendation from the Joint Fire Committee to approve the additional funds for the replacement of Mini Pump 621 up to a maximum of $395,000 to be transferred from the Kaladar/Barrie Joint Fire Committee Reserve Funds be approved. 315/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by David Miles
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the contract for the rehabilitation of the Matawatchan Road be awarded to R.G.T. Clouthier Construction based on a bid amount of $719,223.00, exclusive of HST. 316/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT whereas the reported washout on the Old Addington Road leading to Mallory Lake has been inspected by the Roads and Waste Management Supervisor and whereas the washed out portion is in a similar condition as the rest of the road and whereas the road has been deemed passable now therefore be it resolved that no further work will be done on that road at this time and further that Mr. and Mrs. Ruth be notified of Council's decision. 317/19
Moved by David Miles, seconded by Helen Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Roads and Waste Management Supervisor be received. 318/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Chief Building Official regarding permits for docks be received and further that the recommendation contained therein to discontinue the issuance of building permits for docks be approved. 319/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by Tony Fritsch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Fire Chief's Administrative Report entitled "By-law - Regulating the Setting of Open Air Fires in Addington Highlands Township" be received and further that Council approves the draft by-law and that the by-law be brought forward at the next Council meeting for adoption. 320/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the accounts as of May 15, 2019, appended to the Minutes as Appendix 'A' thereto be approved as circulated. 321/19
Moved by Tony Fritsch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that By-law #0620/2019 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. 322/19
Moved by Helen Yanch, seconded by Kirby Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that By-law #0621/2019 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. 323/19
Moved by Kirby Thompson, seconded by Tony Fritsch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 8:27 pm. 324/19