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COUNCIL C~MBERS - MAY 20, 1981
THIRTEENTH MEETING
Council met pursuant to adjournment with all members present.
Reeve R.S. Arbour in the chair, opened the meeting with a prayer at 9:30 a.m.
The minutes of the last regular meeting of May 4, 1981 were on motion of
Halfacre and Vousden confirmed as printed and received.
Presented copies of letters forwarded as instructed as follows:
Mr. Lloyd Squire advising that the present lagoon and proposed enlargement of
same does not conform with the Official Plan & Zoning By-Law and requires an
Amendment;
William J. Leslie of Stewart, Esten forwarding resolution of Council referring
matter of the keeping of fowl by Vincent Racco for necessary legal procudure;
Adult Occupational Centre and E. Handy advising that lock on gate at the Waste
Disposal Site will be changed and only limited no. of keys will be issued and
that arrangements be made to use the site on days it is open;
V. Wilcox, Barrie Inspection and Testing Ltd.,-Division of Trade Engineering
advising that their Tender for repair of large pavillion at Oro Memorial Park
had been accepted;
Ron Johnston Insurance-advising of Council's decision to request incorporation
of Two recommendations for Township Insurance Coverage-Crime Insurance and
Contents and Equipment Floater;
Geotechnical Section, Ministry of Transportation and Communications with respect
to pits to be included in Aggregate List;
Robert Ryder-Lot 16, Conc. 2 RE: Concern of flooding due to reconstruction of
15/16 Side Road in Concession 2;
Mrs. Mary Rist Re: Erection of fence between Lots 6 & 7, Plan 1098;
Steven Cook and Hawkestone Community Hall re: appointment of Steven Cook to the
Hawkestone Community Hall Committee;
Mr. Richard Hunt-Part Lot 21, Conc. 6, with respect to request for re-zoning
and requirements of property inspection by Fire Chief & Building Official;
Barrie Examiner & Orillia Packet-re: change of meeting from Monday May 18th to
Wednesday, May 20, 1981.
On motion of Vousden & Johnson, copies of letters as presented and forwarded,
accepted as satisfactory and ordered placed on file for reference.
Presented letter from R.W. Hosler, Small Craft Harbours Branch, acknowledging
receipt of certified copy of By-Law No. 1235/81 and Lease Documents along with
cheque in amount of $100.00 for the Lease, and returning Duplicate Original of
Lease as executed. Letter also advises that the Regional Engineer has requested
the Trent Severn Waterway to schedule the necessary repairs to the Carthew Bay
facility. Also letter indicates that a more direct form of administration be
provided to Hawkestone facility that has been proposed.
On motion of Davie and Johnson that the executed Lease be received and filed for
necessary reference and that a copy of the Lease and Regulations be forwarded
to the Wharf or Harbour Manager for each of the Wharves as follows:
Shanty Bay Shanty Bay Ratepayers Association (Mr. Gordon Grant)
Carthew Bay Mr. McNamara
Hawkestone Appointee
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And further that a letter of authority be issued to each Wharf or Harbour
Master. And that the Park Committee by authorized to select a Wharf Master
for Hawkestone Wharf and advise Council of person selected.
Presented a copy of letter to Ministry of Culture and Recreation forwarding
Original and two copies of Regulation 200 Grant for the Oro Township Recrea-
tional Committee, being an application for Grant covering Secretarial Wages
for Arena Committee and Power Skating Insturctors as well as Heat and Hydro
expenditures.
On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, copy of letter and copy of Form Regulation
200 Grant as presented and forwarded accepted as satisfactory.
Presented copy of letter from Peter Smith of Reid and Associates Limited to
Stuart N. Keyes, P.Eng., confirming list as agreed to, at inspection on
April 30, 1981, which represents, which remains to be undertaken by the
Developer, in order to fulfill his obligations to the Township, in accordance
with the Subdivider's Agreement for Plan M-66.
On motion of Johnson and Vousden copy of letter be received and placed on file
until report is received from Township Engineer in response to the letter.
Presented copy of letter to Kenneth Hansler from Ministry of Transportation and
Communications with respect to proposed interchange at Line 9 and No. 11 High-
way with respect to Mr. Hansler's concerns regarding crops for 1981. Letter
further advises that property owners affected by this project will be contacted
within the next two months.
On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, copy of letter be received and filed for
reference.
Presented letter from Paul G. Hermiston, Q.C., advising that the Solicitor for
Mr. Torpey is unable to obtain discharges of collatoral mortgages against Lot 4,
Plan M-71, so as to convey to the Township of Oro free and clear title. Mr. L.
Torpey suggests the TOWIlship accept as alternative security a building lot in
the Township of St. Vincent. Clerk advised that the Township Clerk of said
Township had been contacted and reported results of same property as described.
On motion of Halfacre and Johnson that the Township Solicitor be advised that
the Township of Oro would be prepared to accept the lot in the Township of St.
Vincent, owned by Larry Torpey, property known as Part 19, Reference Plan RD-
99, recorded as property Roll #003-065-19, subject to taxes having been paid to
date of conveyance with free and clear title. And that this lot is accepted as
part of the security required for unfinished services and other costs with respect
to Plan M-71.
Presented letters as follows from person offering their services as Member of
Planning Board for the balance of 1981 (term to expire Jan. 1, 1982) in reply
to notice in Barrie Examiner and Orillia Packet. W.J. Bateman & Cecil Phillips.
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On motion of Davie and Halfacre that the two letters be received and Clerk
to Contact person who applied in 1980 in response to notice published, as
to whether they would still be interested.
Presented letter from Ministry of Transportation and Communications advising
that the Minister had approved 1981 Supplementary Subsidy Allocation to a
total of $143,000.00.
Contractors
Maintenance
Total
Original Approved Allocation
Supplementary at 80% (15/16 Paving)
Supplementary at 55% (15/16 S.R.)
155,000
88,000
55,000
298,000
224,000
379,000
88,000
55,000
522,000
224,000
On motion of Vousden and Johnson, 1981 Supplementary Subsidy Allocation as
approved accepted as satisfactory and same be applied to Road Program.
Presented letter from W.D. Russell, Q.C. forwarding account for legal opinion
to a total of $512.50. Deputy Reeve Davie requested to be recorded as abstaining
from discussion or vote on this matter.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden the account as presented be passed for pay-
ment and Treasurer to issue cheque for payment of same in the amount of $512.50.
Presented letter from W.J. Leslie, Solicitor with respect to legal action re:
Township of Oro and Racco, Solicitor requests 3 certified copies of By-Law
No. 1031, as amended and By-Law No. 1102.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, letter be received and Clerk to forward
copies of By-Laws as requested further to telephone conversations with Mr. W.
J. Leslie.
Presented letter from Lionel Gray, Solicitor with Smith, McLean, acting for
Robert Ryder, Pt. Lot 16, Con. 2, advising that the firm has been retained by
Mr. Ryder because of possible damages that could affect his property due to re-
construction of 15/16 Side Road. Letter advises that unless the Township pro-
poses to change its position, Mr. Ryder will be forced to retain Engineers to
advise of what measure can and should be taken to protect his property from the
affects of Spring Run-off in the neighbouring Creek as a result of the change
in road height.
On motion of Vousden and Davie letter be received and placed on file and a
copy be forwarded to Township Solicitor from confirmation with a copy of the
letter to Mr. L. Gray, Solicitor for Mr. Ryder.
Presented from Trade Engineering Company Limited, account for repairs to large
pavillion at Oro Memorial Park, as per Tender form for total of $1,400.00.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, account accepted and Treasurer authorized
to issue cheque in payment Trade Engineering Company Limited for a total of
$1,400.00.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 1981
Committee of Council recommendations from Committee Meeting held on May 14,
1981 with respect to roads were further considered and the following action
was taken.
On motion of Vousden and Davie, Council authorize the purchase of 6 Michelin
Radial Tires for No. 22 Champion Power Grader.
The matter of selling of dog licenses on a door to door basis considered at the
Committee meeting held on May 14, 1981, was further discussed and the following
resolution was passed:
On motion of Vousden and Johnson that John and Carl Langman along with Morris
Douglas be retained as persons to sell dog licenses, on a door to door basis
in the Township of Oro and that the remuneration be set at $5.00 per license
sold.
Mr. Jim Shellswell, Chief Building Official was present at 11:15 a.m. and re-
ported on Issuance of Building Permits.
Also reported on renewal of Building Permit for Lot 58, Plan 1464 which had
been renewed once. The Chief Building Official suggested that no renewal be
issued since the applicant does not intend to build in 1981.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that no Building Permit be renewed for Lot
58, Plan 1464 to A. Goyaniuk and that he be advised that he take out a new per-
mit when ready to build.
The Chief Building Official reported on his attendance with Mr. W.J. Leslie,
Solicitor with respect to Oro Township and Vincent Racco, regarding the keep-
ing of fowl in a residential Area and the erection of an accessory building
without a permit.
Also advised that the Federal Government has now enacted legislation to regu-
late requirements for insulation work by contractors and are setting up
Inspector Training Programs.
On motion of Davie and Johnson, the Chief Building Official be authorized to
attend a C.S.S.B. Inspector Training Program on July 13th to 17th or July 17th
to 24th, which ever date is more suitable and that his registration and accom-
modation and meals be paid.
Presented correspondence, communications etc., as follows:
Secretary - Craighurst Planning Committee - Minutes of meeting - May 5, 1981
MTC advising that 30% subsidy allocation of $113,700 will be forwarded
ROMS questionnaire and conference resolutions
MIGA "Background" newsletters, April 27 & May 4, 1981 issues, and Bulletin No. 46
Minutes of Simcoe County and District Chapter, Ontario Building Officials Associa-
tion, expressing thanks for the use of the Ora Council Chambers for a meeting
Copy of Lottery License 292074 issued to Jarratt Community Hall
MOE, "Cottage Country" manual
MOH Newsletter
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Ontario Paper Co. Ltd,"Regular" Newsletter
Vespra Valley~ advertisement re: water source heat pumps
George Brown College~ flyer re: Maintenance Management Seminar
American Management Systems~ Inc~ flyer re: Local Government Financial Systems
Seminar - Ministry of Education~ Secondary Education Review Project, Discussion
Paper
Metric Commission Canada- "Metric Monitor" newsletter
TD Bank Financial rate letters~ May 4 & May 11~ 1981
Copy of Civic Public Works - April addition
Ontario Traffic - April/May issue~ includes program for 1981 Convention
Systems Seminar
On motion of Johnson and Halfacre that correspondence~ communications etc, as
presented be placed on file.
Mr. Frank Lepschi was present at 11:30 a.m. according to appointment with
respect to Recording of Rock type music at the Arena on May 14, 1981.
Clerk reported as to requirements under By-Law No. 992 that had been obtained~
first a license fee of $500.00, letter of intent from Northfork Studio Produc-
tions that sufficient additional portable washroom facilities would be supplied
according to the Health Unit requirements and that they would be responsible
for all or any damages.
Mr. F. Lepschi inquired as what portion of the $500.00 cheque would be refund-
able. He also advised that he proposes to hold future entertainment of this
nature~ subject to actual costs that would be required; Accordingly requested
that he be advised of costs for license~ bond~ arena rental, etc.,
On motion of Vousden and Davie~ that a reply be forwarded to Mr. Frank Lepschi
after report has been received from the Oro Township Arena Committee as to ex-
penses incurred and recommendations for future bookings. The matter of any re-
fund of cheque received will be considered after report from the Arena Committee.
(Northfork Studio Productions~ RR # 1~ Oro Station, Ontario)
Planning and Development~ Wednesday~ May 20~ 1981
The Planning Administrator was present at 1:00 p.m. to review planning and
development matters. The following was presented:
Ministry of Housing~ letter of acknowledgement regarding request for funding
under the Community Planning Study Grant Program for a proposed review of the
Officail Plan for that area of the Township north of Highway No. 11. Letter
requests a meeting with the Community Planning Advisory Branch staff prior to
a final decision on funding being meant. Advised that a meeting has been sche-
duled for Friday May 22, 1981 at the Ministry's Offices.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden~ that letter be received and placed on file.
Planning Administrator to advise Council of results of meeting with the Ministry.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 1981
Presented application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-Law to per-
mit the expansion of a sewage storage lagoon on part of the west half of
Lot 17, Concession 7 made by Lloyd G. Squires. Application requests plan
redesignation from "Rural" to "Industrial" and rezoning from "A-Agriculture"
to "M1-Industrial". Application accompanied by standard letter of credit in
the amount of $2,000.00 as deposit against all costs.
On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, That Ainley & Associates Limited be author-
ized to prepare a draft of the necessary Official Plan Amendment for consid-
eration by Oro Planning Board. Costs of all documentation to be bourne by the
development proponent: Mr. Lloyd G. Squires.
Presented revised plans for a proposed Tourist Campground on part of Lot 20,
Concession 11, and comment from the Ministry of the Environment with regard
to the servicing proposed. Revised plans show a total of 160 compsites, some
60% more than the original proposal of 95 lots.
On motion of Davie and Vousden, that the revised plans and correspondence be
received and placed on file, and the matter held in abeyance pending the dele-
gation by the developers engineers later in the meeting.
Advised Council that the Ontario Municipal Board has tentatively scheduled
July 6, 1981 as the date commencing the Board's Hearing into O.P.A. No. 12
and By-Law No. 1213/80. Council will be presented the Boards formal Notice of
Hearing on receipt of same.
As result of verbal notice for Hearing the matter of retaining a Solicitor for
the Hearing was considered and after discussion the following resolution was
passed by Council:
On motion of Davie and Johnson that a letter be forwarded to Stewart, Esten,
Solicitors and Russell,Waite,Christie and Miller to determine whether either
of the firms would be available to represent the Township of Oro at the Ontario
Municipal Board Hearing Scheduled for 5 days on July 6,7,8,9 & 10th for refer-
ral of Amendment No. 13 to the Official Plan and By-Law No. 1213/80 to imple~
ment same, also the estimated costs for such professional service.
Presented letter from Victorian Order of Nurses as a petition for a grant of
$50.00, to assist to cover losses incurred by the VON nursing services in the
Municipality during the year 1981.
On motion of Davie and Halfacre, that Council of the Township of Oro authvr-
ize a grant to Victorian Order of Nurses in the amount of $50.00 , in 1981.
Presented letter from Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority forwarding
1981 General Requisition Levy for the Township of Oro's share of Authorities
Levy.
a)
b)
c)
728.25
505.50
Administration
Water & Related Land Management Levy
Conservation & Recreation Land
Management Levy
1033.98
$2297.73
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 1981
The Reduction Subsidy for 1981 against the Township Levy is in the amount of
$299.00 which will be forwarded directly to the Municipality by July in 1981.
Accordingly the 1981 after reduction will be $2297.73 - 299.00 = $1998.73.
Letter further advises that the Oro Floodline Mapping Budget for 1981 is
$20,000 - The Township share being $2000.00 this special levy will be in-
voiced on completion.
On motion of Davie & Johnson the Township of Oro share
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority as presented
$2297.73 be accepted and Treasurer authorized to issue
further that the Treasurer apply the reduction subsidy
Township's conservation account when received.
of the Levy for the
in the amount of
cheque for same. And,
of $299.00 to the
Presented letter from Secretary, Green Birch Beach Cottager's Association
inquiring as to whether the Township of Oro propose to carry out a Mosquito
Spraying Program in the Bass Lake Area in 1981.
On motion of Halfacre and Davie, Clerk to advise that the Township of Oro do
not propose to carry out a Mosquito Control Program in 1981.
Presented letter from Association Steering Committee of A.M.O ; ROMA and
ACRO, which was formed in March of 1981. The Chairman being Mayor Robert
Rutherford, President of A.M.O - Membership of the Association of the Steering
Committee is enclosed. Dr. Arnold Taylor, Township of Osgoode - Director of
ROMA is the Vice-Chairman. And, Pre-convention registration form and Applica-
tion for accommodation for the 1981 A.M.O annual conference enclosed with
letter. Registration fee being $120.00 per delegate and $40.00 for spouse.
On motion of Vousden andHalfacr~ letter from Association of Steering Committee
be received and Clerk to complete Pre-Convention Registration form and Applica-
tion for Accommodation for Reeve R.S. Arbour and Deputy Reeve Steve Davie and
the Clerk.
Presented letter from Consumer's Gas copy of application to the Ontario Energy
Board, - E.B.R.O. - 381&381-1, latest rate application, consisting of:
1. Application for an Order to revise rates
2. Interim Application related to the Federal Excise Tax increases
of May 1, 1981 and July 1, 1981
3. Notice of Application
On motion of Davie and Vousden, letter and application documents be received
and placed on file for necessary reference.
Presented letter from Township of Harwick forwarding copy of resolution ap-
proval by Harwich Township Council with respect to Drainage Appeals, and re-
questing same be presented to Council for consideration and to advise the
Township of action taken.
On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, that the Council of the Township of Oro
endorse the resolution.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 19S1
Mr. Dale Tasker and Mr. Al Atchison from the Ministry of Transportation and
Communications and Cpl. Small of the O.P.P. were present at 2:30 p.m. with
respect to review of speed limit along No. 11 Highway, which is being pro-
posed for increase from SQ\k.m. per hour to k.m. per hour, subject to the
approval of the Municiparities affected.
Mr. Dale Tasker introduced his superior Mr. Al Atchison and Cpl. Small of the
O.P.P. and presented diagram of speed limits from Toronto to Huntsville. He
then related that the Association of Northern Municipalities had formerly re-
quested an increase to 90 k.m. where it is presently posted at SO k.m. per
hour, also from various other agencies and individuals. He further advised
that the Ministry has requested in 19S0 for the increase, and Council at
that time had not agreed to same.
Members of Council asked a number of questions. Cpl. Small added to the pro-
posal in support of the increase which would also assist the O.P.P. in their
duties. After consideration of the proposal Oro Council took the following
action.
On motion of Johnson and Vousden, that the Council of the Township of Oro
have no objection to the increase of the speed limit on No. 11 Highway through
the Township of Oro from SO k.m. per hour to 90 k.m. per hour, and the Ministry
of Transportation and Communications advised accordingly.
Mr. Peter Smith of Reid & Associates Ltd., was present at 3:05 p.m. along with
Mr. U. Buechin as previously arranged to present the status of proposal by
Driftweed Restaurant for a Tourist Campground.
Mr. Smith related to Council the Original Proposal which has received approval
in principle and that after further review the owner Mr. U. Buechin had arrived
at the opinion that the original proposal would not be feasibly acceptable to
carry the project and accordingly a greater number of lots are now shown in
the revised proposal. Mr. Smith further advised that the Ministry of the Envi-
ronment had now indicated approval for the Campgrounds. Mr. Smith advised that
the size of the lots had been studied and investigated very extensively and
that the present proposal would appear to be a plus feature. The matter was
further considered and discussed with members of Council asking questions.
On motion of Vousden and Davie, that the revised plan be referred to Oro
Planning Board for consideration and recommendations.
Mr. Norman Shelswell was present before Council at 3:30 p.m. with respect to
zoning if second and third phases of Plan M-llS, which originally was zoned
as Resort Residential RR and under By-Law 1213 will be zoned as 'H', Holding
Zone. Iso
Mr. Shelswell related to Council the matter of change of Zoning of Phase 2 &
3 from Resort Residential (RR) to a Holding Zone by By-Law No. 1213/S0 which
implement Amendment No. 12 to the Official Plan, which took place under the
Water Front Study.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 1981
On motion of Davie and Vousden that Oro Council will request the Ontario
Municipal Board, at the scheduled Hearing, not to approve the Holding Zone
on Plan M-118, as designated in By-Law No. 1213/80 and that the lands remain
as Resort Residential 'RR' according to By-Law No. 1119, which has received
O.M.B. approval, and that Mr. Norman Shelswell be advised accordingly.
Present from Simcoe Side Ratepayers Association at 4:20 p.m. were Mrs. Judy
Catania and Mrs. Lynda Atkins with respect to the Park Lands on Plan 1488
(4 Lots). Mrs. Catania read a letter from the Association signed by the
Chairman which is on file.
The letter and the presentation by the representatives of the Association
present, indicated that the Association still would like to see the proposed
Park be developed, which can only be done over a period of years.
On motion of Davie and Halfacre that Council again visit the site before any
further comments.
Presented memo from County of Simcoe Weed Inspection, Ivan Speers advising
of Spraying Seminar to be held on May 22, 1981 and requesting that the
Township Road Supt. or person responsible or involved in Weed Spraying,
should attend the Seminar.
On motion of Vousden and Davie, Road Supt. Fred Haughton to attend if possible.
Presented from Ministry of Housing copy of "Official Plan Amendments" - A
Guide to their preparation and letter with respect to the Community Planning
Study Grant - Official Plan Update.
On motion of Davie and Johnson, Document as presented and letter regarding
Grant for Community Planning Study for the Township on the north side of No. 11
Highway, he received and filed for reference.
Presented letter from Mrs. D. Roach, RR # 1 Hawkestone, Pt. Lot 11, Conc. 11,
expressing views with respect to recent Council Appointment.
On motion of Vousden and Davie letter be received and placed on file for ref-
erence.
Presented correspondence from Mr. Martin Jacobson, Solicitor for Seymore Harvey
Jacobson regarding purchasing of property from J.C. Abernethy, known as Lot $,
Plan 860, and copies of letters of reply with respect to Original Road Allow-
ance across the northerly end of all lots on Plan 860. A trespass road has ex-
isted to the north of the Original Road Allowance for a number of years.
Solicitor is requesting conveyance of Original Road Allowance under Section
462(1).
On motion of Davie and Halfacre, Correspondence in this respect be placed on
file until further necessary documents are received, as requested, after which
same be forwarded to Township Solicitor for comments and direction.
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THIRTEENTH MEETING - MAY 20, 1981
Presented letter from Peter C. Geus, (acting for) Assistant Administrator
Support Services, Adult Occupational Centre Edgar, requesting directional
signs, near Highway No. 11, Old Barrie Road, County Road 11 and Bass Lake
Side Road.
On motion of Davie and Vousden, Oro Council would have no objection to the
directional signs provided that the next M.T.C. standards and are erected
under the supervision of the Road Supt.
Presented letter from Chairman, Hastings County Flood Relief Committee re-
questing donation to Flood Relief Fund. The area having been declared a
Disaster Area by the Provincial Cabinet.
On motion of Davie and Halfacre, letter be received and tabled until Council
have been made aware of action at the County level.
Councillor Vousden reported on matters of the Waste Disposal Committee and
equipment operations at the site.
On motion of Davie and Vousden, adjourn to meet again on Monday, June 1st,
1981, at 9:30 a.m.