THE CORPORATION OF THE

TOWN OF GEORGINA

Council Minutes

Meeting #:
Date:	Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Time:	9:00 A.m. - 10:00 A.m.
Location:	Town of Georgina Civic Centre 26557 Civic Centre Rd. Keswick, ON

Members of Council Present:

• Mayor Margaret Quirk
• Regional Councillor Grossi
• Councillor Waddington
• Councillor Fellini
• Councillor Neeson
• Councillor Sebo
• Councillor Harding

Staff Present:

• Dan Buttineau, Director of Recreation & Culture
• Ron Jenkins, Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief
• Rob Flindall, Director of Operations and Infrastructure
• Ryan Cronsberry, Deputy CAO
• Lawrence Artin, Head, Special Capital Initiatives
• Connor McBride, Planner II
• Mike Hutchinson, Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement
• Anne Winstanley, Supervisor, Communications
• Mamata Baykar, Deputy Clerk
• Rachel Dillabough, Town Clerk
• Carolyn Lance, Council Services Coordinator
• Shawn Nastke, Head, Corporate Service Delivery Excellence
• Janet Porter, Manager of Development Planning
• Shaun Hewitt, Manager, Finance & Deputy Treasurer (Acting)
• Michael Vos, Manager, Roads

Others Present:

• Patti White, Manager, Recreation Services

  Olga Lawton, Lead, Corporate Strategy

  Zaidun Alganabi, Manager, Development Engineering

  Nancy Fleming, Manager, Asset Management and Technical Services

  Mike DePinto, Development Engineering Technologist (Acting)

  Mike Lampietro, Supervisor of Development Engineering

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1.

CALL TO ORDER- MOMENT OF MEDITATION

“We would like to begin today’s meeting by acknowledging that the Town of Georgina is located over lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples and thank them for sharing this land. We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our close neighbour and friend, one with which we strive to build a cooperative and respectful relationship.”  

2.

ROLL CALL

As noted above

3.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Grant Funding Announcement;  application submitted under the ICIP COVID Resilience Stream, a local government grant program; application was approved in the amount of $507,000 to help fund the approximate 2,800 square foot expansion to the Egypt Yard Works Facility; supporting centralization of roads operations allowing the Town to be more efficient and responsive in delivering roads related services, project completion date of the second quarter of 2022
• early November, online portal implemented permitting residents to receive and view tax and water bills electronically, view account balances, do account transactions, receive bills by email; georgina.ca Tax and Water Portal
• Ribbon-cutting for Keswick Pride Crosswalk, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, November 27th
• delaying Ribbon-cutting for the Every Child Matters Three Feathers Crosswalk in Virginia pending the installation of a second crosswalk on Dalton Road potentially located at the Black River Road and Dalton Road intersection
• Saturday, November 20th, Port Bolster Hall Board's Christmas Craft Sale, 10am to 2pm
• Pefferlaw Lions Club hosting a drive-thru Children's Christmas Party, need to register ahead of time by November 28th, for Pefferlaw area residents
• November 20 and 21, Salvation Army Kettle Drive kick-off at Sobeys, 11am to 11:30am
• The Town is working to obtain additional information surrounding the proposed Aerodrome on Old Homestead Road between Stoney Batter Road and Weirs Sideroad.  The Town does not process applications of this nature, Town staff is working with M.P. Scot Davidson as this falls under the Federal approval process. Town staff and residents are looking to have collective questions answered, hope to be able to share an update soon
• 'Movember' fundraiser for men's health issues; donations to date have reached $6,600
• Friday, November 19, 2021, Ribbon-cutting for new park on Friday, Julia Munro Park at 3:30pm, Timberbank Square in newer subdivision on the north side of Baseline Road
• December 4, Georgina Kinsmen and Town of Georgina hosting the annual Sutton Santa Claus Parade of Lights, commencing in Jackson's Point at 5:00pm
• expressed appreciation to Amy and Alan Rae of Rae Family Farms for bringing the proposed Aerodrome signage to the attention of Council
• Sunday, November 28th, 1:00 to 5:00pm, Georgina Cares Live TV Auction on Rogers TV; condensed version due to COVID and restrictions; supports Georgina children and residents in compassionate situations

4.

INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEM(S)

• Item No. 18.1(c), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(i), MA, Verbal Report respecting Sponsorship
• Item No. 18.1(d), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(f), MA, Johnston Cemetery
• Item No. 18.1(e), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(b), MA, Personnel Matter

5.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0358
  Moved By Councillor Fellini
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That the November 17, 2021 Council Agenda, with the following addendum items, be adopted;

  • Item No. 18.1(c), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(i), MA, Verbal Report respecting Sponsorship
  • Item No. 18.1(d), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(f), MA, Johnston Cemetery
  • Item No. 18.1(e), Closed Session, Section 239(2)(b), MA, Personnel Matter

   

  
  
  
  Carried

6.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

7.

ADOPTION OF MINUTES (None)

8.

SPEAKERS

Susan Fleming, 150 Clovelly Cove, concerning Item 13.2(b)(e), acknowledged that the lane south of Irving Drive and north of Sixth Street has been used for many years by residents of Port Bolster as a safe place for residents and children to walk and believes the lane should continue to be accessible to the community as there are no real playgrounds or green spaces other than the beaches for enjoyment.  They have personally maintained this lane for 20 plus years, it is a natural runoff to Lake Simcoe, has direct road access to Irving Drive.  Ms. Fleming requested Council to consider retaining a portion of the lane, possibly 50 or 60 feet, to join in road access to Irving Road so that residents can continue to access it.  The applicant requesting to purchase the lane could still obtain a substantial portion of the lane for his personal use and enjoyment.  The sale of the entire lane would result in the loss of all their privacy at the rear of their property and would like to request the erection of a fence as a noise and privacy barrier.

13.

DISPOSITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS, GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS AND COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT

2.

General Information Items

b.

Briefing Notes

e.

Update on Proposed Bylaw to request Stop Up, Close and Sell Portion of a Lane located south of Irving Drive and north of Sixth Street (PIN No. 03537-1055)

Susan Fleming advised that her property adjoins and runs into the lane; long term privacy concern, it could bring different types of foot traffic, noise, vehicles, as well a a risk to the natural watershed.  Ms. Fleming indicated that they did have the opportunity to purchase the lane, but felt it was owned and enjoyed by the community and they did not want to remove it from community use.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0359
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That Council receive the delegation provided by Susan Fleming as well as the Briefing Note regarding the update on the proposed bylaw to request the stopping up, closure and sale of a portion of the lane located south of Irving Drive and North of Sixth Street, that staff contact Ms. Fleming to discuss her requests and submit an update to Council.

  
  
  
  Carried

9.

DELEGATIONS/ PETITIONS (None)

10.

PRESENTATIONS

1.

Michael Jacobs and Marlene Stiles, GIFL, providing information on the Georgina Island Fixed Link bridge to the mainland.

Michael Jacobs, GIFL, provided a power point presentation regarding the Fixed Link from Georgina Island to the mainland.

• Federal Commitments in place pre-2008 but changes in government resulted in changes in priorities
• 2018-19, community made mandate to make the fixed link a priority and start to move forward, proposed to be causeway/bridge system
• 2019, his firm was engaged to develop the idea
• Transportation Health Impact verified, climate change impact on travel, community safety and security, economic and employment growth, mental health and well-being of the community; a fixed link is the only transportation option that addresses all of these major issues
• Community visioning held concerning what this project means; will offer safe passage during all seasons, protect environmental, cultural, social and economic future of the community
• priorities to protect the lake and environment; currently system uses diesel fuel, potential environmental issue, will investigate the impact the lake through all phases, design, construction through the use of traditional knowledge and western science to ensure impacts are understood 
• Technical Assessment investigated environmental planning needs, ecology factors, traffic factors, civil road understanding, hydrogeology understanding, geotechnical desktop review, contamination research, archaeology needs assessment, natural heritage understanding, air/noise requirements; no significant issues that cannot be resolved.  There are areas of concern and worry, will work with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.  
• 2 routes based on distance, strictly a study area at this time
• Technical Assumptions developed, aspects of project not fully investigated to date, not formalized, just working on assumptions at this time.
• will connect Black River Road at existing section of Bear Road and Chief Joseph Snake Road on the island, will be lit, two-lane bridge
• 3.3 km of roadway; 1 km of roadway attaching to the roads, 2.3 km of fixed link of 800 metres of causeway to bridge, 700 metres of elevated bridge, 800 metres causeway to mainland, unknown where the bridge will connect on the mainland at this time
• anticipated cost is approximately $250M, going into the local and regional economy, will be looking at Georgina, York Region and Ontario based businesses to put this project together
• Projected Timeline; final IEP submission submitted in early 2022, all studies, designs, research conducted through 2025.  This is early engagement 
• construction phase 2026, 2027, accessible in early 2027
• Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation Council Resolution of February 17th meant to have longevity; reaffirms the ancestors use of a natural land link and the loss of the land link during the Trent Severn construction, confirms that there is not a single, safe, secure and reliable all weather transportation method currently, that the community feels unsafe crossing the lake during the winter months, that community members have lost their lives attempting to cross the lake, affirms that climate change is affecting the lake and makes crossing unpredictable, that a safe, secure and reliable all weather transportation method is of paramount importance, that research has indicated that a fixed link comprised of causeway and bridge will offer safe passage, that the Georgina Island First Nation members trough consultation and engagement have directed the Council to proceed with the planning, design and construction of a fixed link as the most desired solution.
• Council resolution resolves that the Chief and Council of the Georgina Island First Nation intend to build a fixed link that will connect Georgina island to the mainland, that they desire to complete the Impact Assessment y December 31, 2024 and have the fixed link operational by December 31, 2026.
• aggressive timeframes
• Community meeting held in March, started in April to work with Impact Assessment Agency of Canada, established a secretariat, developed a website, started project communications in May and June, submitted a draft initial project description to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada in August/September, engaged with First Nation allies, presentation made to York Region, presented to Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Lake Simcoe allies, signed an Accelerator Fund Memorandum of Understanding in November, will be finalizing initial project description and initiate studies in April of 2022 following tendering process
• 4 phased approach to protect environment, established a set of environmental principles to protect the lake
• will establish a Lake Simcoe Protection Committee with various representatives
• each study to be evaluated, have asked Conservation Authority for professional assistance
• can subscribe to www.gifixedlink.com for reports, upcoming meetings, etc.  Contact secretariat at [email protected]
• community envisions some sort of mechanism to slow traffic, unwanted traffic going across.  Community already has invasive species problems, concerned with potential for drugs, negative impacts on community, garbage/waste
• about 200+ members on the island; based on 2021 data from the Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development First Nation profiles, Georgina Island First Nation has a total membership of approximately 936 members of which approximately 309 reside on the island and 726 live off the island (updated figures were inputted following this meeting).
• information can be obtained; a) subscribe to website will promote every meeting, provide a direct link to any communications, b) Facebook page to be subscribed to, c) Impact Assessment Agency of Canada will have a formal input portal mechanism independent of the First Nation; all concerns must be responded to through the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
• Mr. Jacobs can attend Georgina Council meetings quarterly to provide updates, however often is requested

Council requested Mr. Jacobs to express to the First Nation how grateful Town Council is that have been included at the beginning of the project. 

• two pieces of mainland properties are owned by the First Nations and are in the Additions to Reserve process, they are not part of the reserve today
• design is to be inside of the sand islands at direct request of First Nation Council unless studies indicate otherwise for lake protection purposes.  Conservation Authority has already expressed that sand islands are a significant area in the lake and it is to be monitored together.
• source of the fill has not been considered yet; will be thousands of trucks, traffic study will have an impact along that road.  Believe the quarry would be to the north due to the type of fill required.  Intent to keep all as local as possible, may be more economical to own a quarry.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0360
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Sebo

  That council receive the presentation provided by Michael Jacobs of GIFL providing information on the progress of the Georgina Island Fixed Link Bridge Project, and refer the information to the CAO's office for further discussions going forward.

  
  
  
  Carried Unanimously

11.

PUBLIC MEETINGS (None)

12.

REPORTS

• Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson
  
  
  
  

1.

Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

• Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson
  
  
  
  

a.

Award of OID2021-060 - Water and Wastewater Repair Contract

Report No. OI-2021-0024

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0361
  1. That Council receive Report No. OI-2021-0024 prepared by the Environmental Services Division, Operations & Infrastructure Department dated November 17, 2021, regarding the award of OID2021-060 – Water and Wastewater Repair Contract;

      

  2. That Council approve the award of the Water and Wastewater Repair Contract to Trisan Construction Ltd. for three (3) years, commencing January 1, 2022 with an estimated annual value of $922,670 excluding applicable taxes for year one (1), and adjusted annually thereafter with an Escalation Factor based on inflation (CPI);

      

  3. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to execute the Agreement between the Town of Georgina and Trisan Construction Ltd., and execute all other necessary documents; and

      

  4. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to extend the contract for three (3) additional one (1) year terms, subject to satisfactory performance by the contractor and annual budget approvals, subject to an annual Escalation Factor of up to a maximum of 5%.
  
  
  
  

b.

Purchase Order Increase - Contract OID2021-008 – Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel

Report No. OI-2021-0028

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0362
  1. That Council receive Report No. OI-2021-0028 prepared by the Roads Division, Operations & Infrastructure Department dated November 17, 2021 regarding increase of purchase order for contract OID2021-008 – Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel for contract years 2022, 2023 and 2024;

      

  2. That Council approve the increase to the award of the contract for Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to FS Partners / UPI Energy FS to a revised total of $705,680.00, excluding applicable taxes, for the remaining two (2) year contract, with one (1) optional one (1) year extension of an estimated value of $352,840.00 excluding applicable taxes and subject to satisfactory performance;

      

  3. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to execute the Agreement between the Town of Georgina and FS Partners / UPI Energy FS, and execute all other necessary documents; and

      

  4. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to issue a purchase order for each year up to a total of $352,840.00 excluding taxes, to FS Partners / UPI Energy FS, and to execute all other necessary documents
  
  
  
  

e.

Assumption of Public Works and Services within the Gladebrook Development Inc. (Richmond Park Dr)

Plan of Subdivision 19T-04G01,

Part Lot 9, Concession 3(NG), Registered Plan 65M-4441

Report No. DS-2021-0096

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0363
  1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2021-0096 prepared by the Development Engineering Division, Development Services Department, dated November 17, 2021, respecting the assumption of public works and services within the Gladebrook Developments Inc. (Richmond Park Dr.) Plan of Subdivision 19T-04G01, Part Lot 9, Concession 3 (NG) Registered Plan 65M-4441.

      

  2. That Council pass a by-law to assume the public works and services within the Gladebrook Developments Inc. (Richmond Park Dr.) Subdivision, Blocks 80 and 82 on Registered Plan 65M-4441.

      

  3. That Schedule “A” to By-law 94-60 (PWO-2) be amended to assume Block 18 on Registered Plan 65M-4441, and Part 1 and Part 2 of Block 82 on Plan 65R-34366 within the Gladebrook Developments Inc. (Richmond Park Dr.) Subdivision.

      

  4. That Council pass a by-law to dedicate certain lands as public highway forming part of Springwater Drive.

      

      

  
  
  
  

f.

Application for Part Lot Control Exemption Approval

1354056 Ontario Inc.

Part of Block 70, 65M-3538, Parts 4 and 5, 65R-24615

5 and 7 Crittenden Drive, Keswick

Report No. DS-2021-0099

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0364
  1. 1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2021-0099 prepared by the Development Planning Division, Development Services Department, dated November 17, 2021, respecting the application for part lot control exemption approval for the property legally described as Part of Block 79, Plan 65M-3538, and more particularly described as Parts 4 and 5 on Reference Plan 65R-24615, and municipally addressed as 5 and 7 Crittenden Drive, Keswick.

         

     2. That Council approve the application submitted by 1354056 Ontario Inc. to exempt the property legally described as Part of Block 79, Plan 65M-3538, and more particularly described as Parts 4 and 5 on Reference Plan 65R-24615, and municipally addressed as 5 and 7 Crittenden Drive, Keswick, from part lot control as per Section 50 (7) of the Planning Act.

         

     3. That Council pass a by-law to exempt the property legally described as Part of Block 79, Plan 65M-3538, and more particularly described as Parts 4 and 5 on Reference Plan 65R-24615, and municipally addressed as 5 and 7 Crittenden Drive, Keswick, from part lot control as per Section 50 (7) of the Planning Act.

         

     4. That the Planning Division forward a copy of Council’s resolution and the by-law to the Applicant for registration.
  
  
  
  Carried

2.

Reports Requiring Separate Discussion

1.

Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

c.

Bi-Annual Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Status - Fall 2021

Report No. OI-2021-0029

Michael Vos provided an overview of this report, a report intended to be submitted twice a year to summarize all traffic control concerns throughout the community; studies are conducted on the areas of interest brought forward and then summarized in a report.

• staff requested to monitor Riverview Beach Drive area in the spring for parking issues  

Michael Vos; Riverview Beach Road will receive bollards in 2022, north of Laurene Drive and over to Hwy 23.

• staff requested to review Osbourne Street speed limit posting; believe it is within the 30 km/h buffer zone but is listed at 40 km/h

Michael Vos; staff to submit report in spring of 2022 to include improvements based on requests and containing recommendations for potential approval by Council.

Lake Drive bollards will not necessarily be in conflict with a larger Lake Drive North and East investigation.

• requested that Riveredge Drive and Riverglen Drive be considered for placement of bollards, speed limit reductions, etc, to ensure safety
• requested to submit report on speed reductions from 40 km/h to 30 km/h along the lakeshore to include southern and central Keswick

Rob Flindall; will submit report in the spring of 2022, including Lake Drive south and Cooke's Bay frontage, regarding speed and parking reductions.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0365
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Harding
  1. That Council receive Report No. OI-2021-0029 prepared by the Operations & Infrastructure Department, dated November 5, 2021, regarding the Biannual Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan;

      

  2. That By-law No. 2021-0086 ((TR-1) be adopted to amend By-law No. 2002-0046 (TR-1) – Schedule II (No Parking), to include Irving Road from the intersection with Riverview Beach Road westwards for 275m both sides of the roadway.
  
  
  
  Carried
• Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Sebo

  That the Council Meeting recess at 10:50am.

  
  
  
  Carried

  The Council Meeting reconvened at 11:10am.

  
  

d.

The 2019-2023 Corporate Strategic Plan Update

Report No. CAO-2021-0020

Olga Lawton and Shawn Nastke provided a brief overview of the report.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0366
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini
  1. That Council receive Report No. CAO-2021-0020 prepared by the Office of the CAO dated November 17, 2021 respecting the 2019-2023 Corporate Strategic Plan update.
  
  
  
  Carried

g.

Verbal Update by staff, Multi Use Recreation Complex (MURC)

Lawrence Artin provided an update on the progress of the MURC project construction; ground breaking held Wednesday, November 10th, contractor is fully mobilized, project signage erected for the public, work is in progress.  The project team is anticipating occupancy by the fall of 2023.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0367
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That Council receive the staff verbal update concerning the progress on the Multi Use Recreation Complex project.

  
  
  
  Carried

13.

DISPOSITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS, GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS AND COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT

1.

Dispositions/Proclamations

a.

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee requesting Council become recognized as a Bee City, a North American movement to support pollinator protection.

• it was noted that there must be dedicated staff member appointed as a liaison with the organization and must commit to minimal participation of approximately 2 hours annually

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0368
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That Council receive correspondence from the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee requesting Council become recognized as a Bee City, a North American movement to support pollinator protection, and refer the request to the appropriate staff to determine potential impacts to the Town, if any, and report back to Council.

  
  
  
  Carried

18.

CLOSED SESSION

• Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  That Council convene into Closed Session at 11:38am pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, to deal with the following matters;

  a.    LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS,AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section239(2)(e), MA, Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal

  b.    A PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section 239(2)(c), MA, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority

  c.    A TRADE SECRET OR SCIENTIFIC, TECHNICAL, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL OR LABOUR RELATIONS INFORMATION, SUPPLIED IN CONFIDENCE TO THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, WHICH, IF DISCLOSED, COULD REASONABLY BE EXPECTED TO PREJUDICE SIGNIFICANTLY THE COMPETITIVE POSITION OR INTERFERE SIGNIFICANTLY WITH THE CONTRACTUAL OR OTHER NEGOTIATIONS OF A PERSON, GROUP OF PERSONS OR ORGANIZATION, Section 239(2)(i),MA, Verbal Report, Sponsorship

  d.    ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE; Section 239(2)(f), MA; Johnston Cemetery, Solicitor Verbal Update

  e.    PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA

  
  
  
  Carried
• Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  That Council reconvene into Open Session at 4:21pm and report on matters discussed in Closed Session.

  
  
  
  
• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0369
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  In regards to Closed Session Item 18.1(a) on the agenda under Section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act, being litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, regarding an Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal;

  1. That Council receive the Staff and Solicitor updates and both be directed to proceed accordingly.
  
  
  
  Carried

• Regional Councillor Grossi left Closed Session during discussions on Item No. 18.1(b) due to an emergency appointment and did not return to either the Closed or Open Sessions.

  RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0370
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  In regards to Closed Session Item 18.1(b) on the agenda under Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act being a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.

  1. That staff move forward as directed, including with regard to the Pefferlaw Dam Conservation Area that: 1. In collaboration with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, commission additional technical analysis to assess the full scope of repairs and costs of the Town assuming ownership of the Dam structure and adjacent parcels; 2.  Enter into an Operations Agreement with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority until such time as a final determination is made on the transfer of ownership of the Dam structure, wherein the Town agrees to assume responsibility of the installation/removal of the stop logs/flashboards, subject to a satisfactory inspection of the Dam by a third party expert, and perform regular inspections of the Dam; and 3.  Staff provide an update to Council no later than Spring 2022.
  
  
  
  Carried
• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0371
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  In regards to Closed Session Item 18.1(c) on the agenda under Section 239(2)(i) of the Municipal Act being a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization, regarding the verbal report on sponsorship.

  1. That Council receive the staff update and that staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
  
  
  
  Carried
• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0372
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Harding

  In regards to Closed Session Item 18.1(d) on the agenda under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act being advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose regarding Johnston Cemetery; 

  1. That Council receive the Solicitor's update and that the Solicitor be directed to proceed accordingly.
  
  
  
  Carried
• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0373
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  In regard to Closed Session Item No. 18.1(e) on the agenda under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees;

  1. That the Mayor and staff proceed as directed by Council.
  
  
  
  Carried

13.

DISPOSITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS, GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS AND COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT

1.

Dispositions/Proclamations

b.

Yellow Brick House requesting Georgina raise a purple flag on December 6th in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0374
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That Council proclaim Monday, December 6th as 'National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women' and fly a purple flag on that date in recognition of the day.

  
  
  
  Carried

c.

CUPE Ontario calling for a third party expert review of the Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement System (OMERS) investment performance.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0375
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That correspondence from CUPE Ontario calling for a third party expert review of the Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement System (OMERS) investment performance, be received and referred to the CAO's office for discussion.

  
  
  
  Carried

d.

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee requesting consideration of dedicating an additional two accessible parking spaces in the De La Salle parking lot nearest to the beach.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0376
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That Council endorse the request made by the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee for consideration of dedicating an additional two accessible parking spaces in the De La Salle parking lot nearest to the beach, and refer said endorsement to the appropriate staff for implementation.

  
  
  
  Carried

e.

Forrest Jones requesting Council declare three events to be held at the Stephen Leacock Theatre as being municipally significant for the purpose of obtaining Special Occasion Permits from the LCBO.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0377
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That Council recognize the following three concerts to be held at the Stephen Leacock Centre to be 'Municipally Significant Events' in support of the applications for Special Occasion Permits from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario;

  • Tribute to Johnny Cash, December 4, 2021
  • Tribute to Elton John, February 12, 2022
  • Tribute to Tragically Hip, April 2, 2022

  and that this recognition be referred to the Director of Community Services to ensure compliance with COVID-19 protocols.

  
  
  
  Carried

f.

Notice of Field Studies along Kennedy Road, in Willow Wharf Park and in Lake Simcoe as part of the Georgina Water Treatment Plant - Mussel Control, Outfall and Site Rehabilitation project., to be completed by the fall of 2022.

• Regional funds will cover this work from its Water and Wastewater budget, from the user fees, not general tax revenue.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0378
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That Council receive the 'Notice of Field Studies' concerning the Georgina Water Treatment Plant - Mussel Control, Outfall and Site Rehabilitation, currently taking place and to be completed by the fall of 2022.

  
  
  
  Carried

2.

General Information Items

a.

Information Items

General Information Items (v), (ix) and (xi) were requested to be removed by Mayor Quirk. Council was requested to read through these pieces of correspondence;  

Item (v), 'Water and Wastewater Capital infrastructure Status Update' mentions both the Sutton Treatment Plant and the Upper York Sewage System, for awareness

Item (ix), 'Alternate 2051 Forecast and Land Needs Assessment Scenarios in Response to Consultation' - phasing of intensification, 50% annually to 2041, 55% from 2041 to 2051.  

Item (xi), 'Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 7' which would allow active urban parks and recreation facilities within certain protected countryside green finger areas in the cities of Markham and Vaughan.  Mayor Quirk advised that Regional staff did not support the Regional Official Plan Amendment No 7 into the Greenbelt, but was supported by Regional Council.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0379
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That the General Information items for November 17, 2021 be received.

  
  
  
  Carried

b.

Briefing Notes

a.

2021 Main Street Walk-Abouts Update

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0380
  Moved By Councillor Fellini
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That Council receive the Briefing Note from staff providing an update on the 2021 Main Street Walk-Abouts in the three Business Improvement Areas of Sutton, Jackson's Point and Uptown Keswick to identify concerns and opportunities for streetscape improvements.

  
  
  
  Carried
• Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That the Council Meeting continue past the four-hour timeframe.

  
  
  
  Carried

b.

The Trades and Training Centre (GTTI) - Skilled Trades Institute Program Update

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0381
  Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Neeson

  That Council receive the Briefing Note from staff providing an update on the Trades and Training Centre (GTTI) Skilled Trades Institute Program at 1614 Metro Road North and a loan agreement between the Town of Georgina and the GTTI.

  
  
  
  Carried

c.

Update on Urban Hens Pilot Project

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0382
  Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  That Council receive the Briefing Note from staff providing an update on the Urban Hens Pilot Project running for a 24 month period from April 1, 2020 to April 1, 2022, advising that there have been no significant issues with the Urban Hens Pilot Project to date.

  
  
  
  Carried

d.

Update on Public Water Taps

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0383
  Moved By Councillor Sebo
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That Council receive the Briefing Note from staff providing an update on the Public Water Taps, advising that the water taps at Boyers Road, Kennedy Road and High Street have been closed as of the week of October 18th and the tap at Black River Road and Park Road will remain open with modifications until a long-term solution can be investigated and implemented.

  
  
  
  Carried

3.

Committee of Adjustment Planning Matters (None)

14.

MOTIONS/ NOTICES OF MOTION

1.

Updated Land Acknowledgement;

“The Town of Georgina recognizes and acknowledges the lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples, and on behalf of the Mayor and Council, we would like to thank them for sharing this land.  We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our closest First Nation community and recognize the unique relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this territory.  They are the water protectors and environmental stewards of these lands and we join them in these responsibilities.”

(Advisement:  Notice of Motion provided at the November 3rd Council Meeting)

Mayor Quirk left the Chair; Councillor Sebo as Presiding Officer took the Chair at this time.

It was noted that the updated Land Acknowledgement wording does not include;

• that the Town of Georgina is located over lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations
• acknowledgement of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our close neighbour and friend

Mayor Quirk indicated that she would clarify the wording of the updated Land Acknowledgement with respect to the exclusion of the above-noted references prior to a formal vote.

• RESOLUTION NO. C-2021-0383a
  Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  That Council acknowledge the updated Land Acknowledgement to be read at the beginning of all Council Meetings, and that it be deferred for consideration during the next scheduled Council Agenda pending clarification of wording.

  
  
  
  Carried

  Mayor Quirk resumed the Chair at this time.

  
  

15.

REGIONAL BUSINESS

• Regional budget to be sent to Regional Council Members shortly

16.

OTHER BUSINESS

• Mayor mentioned that the formal ribbon-cutting for the PRIDE Rainbow Crosswalk located in Keswick, a time has been set for 11am, on Saturday, November 27th

17.

BY-LAWS

• Moved By Councillor Waddington
  Seconded By Councillor Fellini

  That the following bylaws be adopted:

  
  
  
  

1.

Bylaw Number 2021-0086 (TR-1) to amend Bylaw 2002-0046 to regulate traffic and control parking of vehicles; Irving Drive

2.

Bylaw Number 2021-0087 (PWO-2) to assume certain highways and public works for public use (services under Richmond Park Drive and Springwater Drive)

3.

Bylaw Number 2021-0088 (PWO-2) to dedicate certain lands as public highway and forming part of Springwater Drive and Richmond Park Drive

4.

Bylaw Number 2021-0089 (PL-4) to remove certain lands from Part Lot Control, Part of Block 79, Registered Plan 65M-3538, Parts 4&5, Reference Plan 65R-24615, 5&7 Crittenden Drive

• 
  
  
  Carried

19.

CONFIRMING BY-LAW

• Moved By Councillor Harding
  Seconded By Councillor Sebo

  That the following bylaw be adopted:

  
  
  
  

1.

Bylaw Number 2021-0090 (COU-2) confirming the proceedings of Council on November 17, 2021

• 
  
  
  Carried

20.

MOTION TO ADJOURN

• Moved By Councillor Neeson
  Seconded By Councillor Waddington

  That the Council Meeting adjourn at 5:05pm.

  
  
  
  Carried