THE CORPORATION OF THE

TOWN OF GEORGINA

Council Minutes

Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
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Location:
Town of Georgina Civic Centre
26557 Civic Centre Rd.
Keswick, ON
Members of Council Present:
  • Mayor Margaret Quirk
  • Regional Councillor Davison
  • Councillor Biggerstaff
  • Councillor Fellini
  • Councillor Neeson
  • Councillor Genge
  • Councillor Dale
Staff Present:
  • Ryan Cronsberry, CAO
  • Denis Beaulieu, Director of Development Services
  • Steve Lee-Young, Director of Community Services
  • Michael Bigioni, Director of Legislative Services, Town Solicitor
  • Ron Jenkins, Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief
  • Rob Wheater, Deputy CAO/Treasurer
  • Shawn Nastke, Director, Strategic Initiatives
  • Michael Vos, Director of Operations and Infrastructure
  • Val Stevens, Director, Library Services/CEO
  • Rachel Dillabough, Town Clerk
  • Carolyn Lance, Council Services Coordinator
  • Cheyenne McAnuff, Records and Information Coordinator
  • Anne Winstanley, Supervisor, Communications
  • Karyn Stone, Manager, Economic Development & Tourism
  • Kelly Atkinson, Head, Human Resources
  • Mike Hutchinson, Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement
  • Niall Stocking, Manager of Operations
  • Stirling Munro, Manager of Procurement
  • Tanya Thompson, Communications Manager

1.
CALL TO ORDER- MOMENT OF MEDITATION

 

“The Town of Georgina recognizes and acknowledges that we are on lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples, and on behalf of 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 close neighbour and friend, one with which we strive to build a cooperative and respectful relationship.


We also 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.”

  • Council recognized the recent passing of Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of Canada, condolences were expressed for his family, a book of condolences is available to sign in the Civic Centre
  • Council recognized the recent passing of Vaughan Mayor Steve Del Duca's father

2.
ROLL CALL

 

As noted above

3.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

1.
Pet of the Month - Animal Shelter staff introducing pets available for adoption from the Georgina Animal Shelter

 

Pet of the Month was withdrawn

  • appreciation was expressed for the planning of the Multi Use Recreation Complex (MURC) grand opening event held on Saturday, March 2nd, well planned, well attended, many positive comments received
    • open 6am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday
  • Friday, March 8th, International Woman's Day, Chamber of Commerce holding a Wonder Woman Conference
  • April 6th, Stephen Leacock Theatre Concert in support of Hospice, the band 'Lighthouse'
  • April 20th, Georgina Gallery hosting Art Auction and Sale, $75 tickets, silent auction and live auction
  • this afternoon, Community Open House at the Link for Ontario Health Team (OHT), 2:30pm to 3:30pm
  • Sunday, March 9th, Toboggan Races at the ROC, to be determined if they are to continue due to higher temperatures

4.
INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEM(S)

 
  • Item 12.1.a, correspondence from Down Syndrome Association requesting flag-raising and proclamation
  • Item 17.1.a, Closed Session matter under Sections 239(2)(i) and (k) of the Municipal Act, Automated Speed Enforcement
  • Item 11.1.c, Schedule 'D' to Report DCAO-2024-0002, Mary-Lynn Seeley to be noted as Vice Chair of the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

5.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA

 
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0081
    Moved ByCouncillor Dale
    Seconded ByCouncillor Fellini
    • Item 12.1.a, correspondence from Down Syndrome Association requesting flag-raising and proclamation
    • Item 17.1.a, Closed Session matter under Sections 239(2)(i) and (k) of the Municipal Act, Automated Speed Enforcement
    • Item 11.1.c, Schedule 'D' to Report DCAO-2024-0002, Mary-Lynn Seeley to be noted as Vice Chair of the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee


    Carried

6.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

 

None

7.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES  None

 

8.
SPEAKERS AND DELEGATIONS

 

1.
Delegation;  Sandie Orlando and Albert Ngai, Endurance Event Productions Ltd., requesting endorsement of revised traffic management plan for Georgina Spring Fling on May 5th and Georgina Marathon on September 8th

 

Albert Ngai, Endurance Event Productions Ltd, advised that the annual Georgina Marathon event has grown and in order to keep runners safe, they are requesting Council endorse the submitted revised traffic plan produced with assistance from Town staff that will minimize vehicle traffic and minimize disruption to residents and motorists.  

Sandie Orlando thanked Council for its cooperation over the years.

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0082
    Moved ByCouncillor Neeson
    Seconded ByCouncillor Genge

    That Council receive the delegation by Albert Ngai and Sandy Orlando of Endurance Event Productions Ltd. and endorse the revised traffic plan for the annual Georgina Marathon event held along Lake Drive in Georgina.



    Carried

2.
Presentation:  Mark Snaper, Eye Candy Ads, regarding sign bylaw relief application to erect a digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road

This item has attachments. 
1.Letters of support, Item 8.1, Mark Snaper, Eye Candy Ads.pdf

Mark Snaper summarized his digital sign business and requested relief from the sign bylaw to erect a 9x18 foot digital billboard at 2354 Ravenshoe Road

Mike Hutchinson provided an overview of the report and concerns with a new digital billboard in the requested location.

Mayor Quirk moved forward Item No. 11.1.a at this time.

11.
REPORTS

 

1.
Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

  

a.
Sign Bylaw Relief Application - 2354 Ravenshoe Road

This item has attachments. 
1.Sign By-law Relief Application - 2354 Ravenshoe Rd.pdf
2.Attachment 1.pdf
3.Attachment 2.pdf
4.Attachment 3.pdf

Report No. LS-2024-0008

Moved by Regional Councillor Davison

Seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff

That the Rules of Procedure be waived to permit Barry Snaper to address Council concerning Report No. 11.1.a.

Carried.

Barry Snaper indicated that the landowner has a legal non-conforming right according to the Supreme Court of Canada and should not be deprived of any income from the property.

Mike Bigioni indicated that the legal non-conforming law referred to by Mr. Snaper deals with the Planning Act and applies to zoning bylaws, while the application requests an exemption from the sign bylaw; Council is obliged to consider the application on its own merits.

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0083
    Moved ByCouncillor Biggerstaff
    Seconded ByCouncillor Neeson
    1. That Council receive Report No. LS-2024-0008 prepared by the Municipal Law Enforcement Division, Legislative Services dated March 6th, 2024 respecting an application for sign bylaw relief for the erection of a Digital Billboard sign at 2354 Ravenshoe Road, as well as the presentation provided by Mark Snaper and input from Barry Snaper
    2. That Council deny the application for Sign Bylaw Relief for the erection of a digital billboard sign at 2354 Ravenshoe Road.


    Carried

    DIRECTION;   That the Economic Development staff be requested to enter into discussions with Mark Snaper and the property owner to determine potential opportunities that may exist on the subject property now and in the future, taking into consideration the existing environmental features and related restrictions, and that staff consider potential updates to the digital signage policy.

     


1.
Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Fellini
    Seconded ByCouncillor Biggerstaff

    That the following recommendations be approved:



c.
Remuneration and Expenses for Members of Council and Council Appointees to Local Boards for 2023

This item has attachments. 
1.Report DCAO-2024-0002.pdf
2.Schedules to Report DCAO-2024-0002.pdf

Report No. DCAO-2024-0002

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0084
    1. That Council receive Report No. DCAO-2024-0002 prepared by the Financial Strategy and Planning Division of the Office of the Deputy CAO dated March 6, 2024 regarding Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and Council Appointees to Local Boards and Committees for 2023.


    Carried

2.
Reports Requiring Separate Discussion

 

1.
Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

  

b.
2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report

This item has attachments. 
1.2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report .pdf
2.2023 Annual Water Quality Summary Report_Attachment 1_Report No. OID2024-001.pdf
3.2023 Annual Summary Report for Municipal Council_Attachement 2_Report No. OID2024-001.pdf
4.2023 QMS Management Review Report_Attachment 3_Report No. OID2024-001.pdf
5.2024 02 06 Keswick-Sutton DS 1-191694700 Inspection Report_Attachment 4_Report No. OID2024-001.pdf

Report No. OID-2024-0001

  • notices regarding health issues such as elevated sodium levels in the water should be put in a more prominent location on the Town website
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0085
    Moved ByCouncillor Genge
    Seconded ByRegional Councillor Davison
    1. That Council receive Report No. OID2024-001 prepared by the Operations Division, Operations and Infrastructure Department regarding the 2023 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report dated March 6, 2024, including the following attached reports:

       

      1. Annual Water Quality Report for the Keswick-Sutton Water Distribution System as required by Section 11 of Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act – February 8, 2024 (Attachment 1);

         

      2. Annual Summary Report for Municipal Officials as required by Schedule 22 of Regulation 170/03, under the Safe Drinking Water Act – March 6, 2024 (Attachment 2);

         

      3. Annual Management Review Report – February 7, 2024


    Carried

12.
DISPOSITIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS  None

 

1.
Dispositions/Proclamations 

 

a.
Down Syndrome Association requesting a flag-raising and proclamation for Down Syndrome Day

This item has attachments. 
1.Down Syndrome Association, Proclamation and Flag-raising requests.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0086
    Moved ByCouncillor Fellini
    Seconded ByCouncillor Dale

    That Council endorse the raising of the Down Syndrome flag at the Civic Centre on Thursday, March 21st in recognition of World Down Syndrome Day and proclaim March 21st as Georgina Down Syndrome Day'.



    Carried

2.
General Information Items  None

 

13.
MOTIONS/ NOTICES OF MOTION

 

14.
REGIONAL BUSINESS

 
  • Regional March 7th Committee of the Whole Meeting; 
    • Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan to reduce severe collisions
    • 2024 - 2027 Plan for Newcomer Inclusion, 2024-2027 Plan to Support Seniors
    • Ten-year Housing and Homelessness Plan for release in 2025
    • Updated Special Events on Regional Roads Policy
    • Advertisements on Regional Vehicles Policy
    • Procurement Policy Updates
  • Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville shared its Redistribution Policy for allocation on a use-it-or-lose-it basis

15.
OTHER BUSINESS

 
  • Mayor thanked staff involved in preparation of the Special Council meeting held on March 5th concerning the homelessness and housing issues; direction and action items were decided upon

16.
BYLAWS  None

 

17.
CLOSED SESSION

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Dale
    Seconded ByCouncillor Biggerstaff

    That Council convene into Closed Session at 10:10am



    Carried
  • Moved ByCouncillor Fellini
    Seconded ByCouncillor Biggerstaff

    That Council reconvene into Open Session at 11:22am and report on matters discussed in Closed Session.



    Carried
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0087
    Moved ByCouncillor Dale
    Seconded ByCouncillor Biggerstaff

    In regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.a under Sections 239(2) (i) and (k) 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, and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board, regarding Automated Speed Enforcement; 

    1. That staff proceed as directed and that staff be directed to proceed with implementation of Automated Speed Enforcement in the Town of Georgina and provide an information report in Q2 of 2024.


    Carried

18.
CONFIRMING BYLAW

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Genge
    Seconded ByCouncillor Fellini

    That the following bylaw be adopted;



19.
MOTION TO ADJOURN

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Dale
    Seconded ByCouncillor Genge

    That the meeting adjourn at 11:25am



    Carried
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