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10 01 2008 COW AgendaTOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 20118 TIME: 9:04 a.m. 1. NOTICE OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA 2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF: - "IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ACT" 4. DEPUTATIONS: None. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: a) Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority highlights, meeting held on September 12, 2008. Staff Recommendation: Receipt. b) Oro-Medante History Association minutes, meeting held on August 25, 2008. Staff Recommendation: Receipt. c) Craighurst Working Group minutes, meeting held an August 2$, 2008. Staff Recommendation: Receipt. 6. COMMUNICATIONS: a} Andrew Martin, correspondence dated September 23, 2008 re: 4utdaor Education Centre, Business Initiative. 7. REPORTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: a) Councillor Agnew, correspondence dated September 18, 2008 from Werner Thiel re: Water Problem in Arbourwood, Shanty Bay. b) Councillor Agnew, re: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority invitation, re: NVCA Planning, Roles and Responsibility Workshop, November 13, 2008. c) Councillor Coutanche, correspondence dated September 25, 2008 from Diane Rountree, 898 Ingram Road re: Signage, Speeding and Snow Plowing Requests, Ingram Road and Line 5 North. 8. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION: a} 9:30 a.m. Sally Leppard, Lura Consulting on behalf of Severn Sound Environmental Association, re: Severn Sound Watershed Sustainability Plan. b) Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Proposal for Change Resilience Workshops. 9. PUBLIC WORKS: None. 10. ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES: None. 11. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: a) Report No. DS 2008-67, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services, re: Jeff and Susan Waring -Request for Two Dwellings, West Part of Lot 6, Concession 11 (Medonte), Township of Oro-Medonte, 1066 Warminster Sideroad. 12. EMERGENCY SERVICES: a} SlSgt. A.J. (Andy} Mayo, Detachment Commander, Barrie Detachment, Ontario Provincial Police, re: Statistics and Emerging Trends. 13. RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES: None. 14. IN-CAMERA: a) Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Personnel Matter (Organizational Review). b) Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Personnel Matter (Pay Equity Audit). c) Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Legal Matter (Insurance Claim). 15. QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC CLARIFYING AN AGENDA ITEM 16. ANNOUNCEMENTS 17. ADJOURNMENT ~;~A ADDENDUM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Wednesday, October 1, 2008 6. COMMUNICATIONS: b} Peter Fitchell and Cathy Beach, correspondence dated September 29, 2048 re: Road Wark an Line 3 North. 8. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION: c) Rabin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, correspondence dated September 25, 2448 re: Invitation to the Launch of the TorontolGreater Golden Horseshoe, Pan Am Games, Bid Launch, October 2, 2448, Muzik, Exhibition Place, Toronto. 9. PUBLIC WORKS: a} Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and Environmental Services, memorandum correspondence dated September 29, 2448 re: Green Bin Program. 14. IN-CAMERA: d) Janette Teeter, Deputy Clerk, re: Personal Matter (Recreation Technical Support Group member). e) Janette Teeter, Deputy Clerk, re: Personal Matter (Recreation Technical Support Group member). f) Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Property Matter (Ontario Realty Corporation, ORC, Potentially Surplus Provincial Property, Project #7792, Edgar Adult Occupational Centre, 1552 Bass Lake Sideroad West; and Project #7793, Line 2 North). g) Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and Environmental Services re: Property Mahar (Unopened Section, Bay Street). h} Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer, re: Legal Matter (Lake Simcoe Regional Airport). NOTTAWASAGA VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ~~ HIGHLIGHTS FROM MEETINGS OF SEPTEMBER 12th, 2x08 NVCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING - No. 08!08 Chair Nix recognized G~~~orge Sheffer, farmer member of the NVCA who sadly passed away on August 22"d. Mr. Sheffer served on the NVCA Board of Directors from 1998 to 2006, representing the Town of Wasaga Beach. Chair Nix remembered him as a champion of NVCA programs who was instrumental in ensuring the continuation of the Healthy Waters Program after funding for Conservation Authorities was significantly reduced in the 1990s. He will be missed. "°C~° CAO/Secretary-Treasurer Wayne Wilson and four board members will form an ad hoc committee to review NVCA foundation options. The ad hoc committee members include Bill Van Berke!, Innisfil; Joan Sutherland, New Tecumseth; Mary Brett, Adjala-Tosorontio; and Sandy Agnew, Oro-Medonte. The ad hoc committee will report to the Board of Directors in December. NOTTAWASAGA VALLEY SOURCE PROTECTION AUTHORITY (NVSPA~j MEETING - No. 04108 ,, After advertising to the public for comments or deputations regarding Draft 2 of the Terms of Reference, the NVSPA received two submissions; one written comment regarding program updates and one deputation regarding compensation for landowners affected by Source Water Protection regulations. Upon reviewing the two comments, the NV5PA voted to receive Draft 2 of the Terms of Reference and recommend only one change to correct a typo. The NVSPA will forward the two comments it received to the Han. John Gerretsen, Minister of the Environment, for consideration. Lynn Dollin, Chair of the Source Protection Committee (SPC}, said she would also bring the suggestion of a provincial Water Ombudsman to the next meeting of all SPC chairs for discussion. Future Meetings and Events Nine Mile Portage Festival September 20 Executive Committee: September 26 Friends of Minesing Wetlands Annual General Meeting -October 3 at Fort Willow Board of Directors meeting 09/08 -October 17 For more information contact: Wayne R. Wilson, CAOISecretary Treasurer 705-424-1479, ext. 225 OMHA Minutes Man 25 Aug 2448 Attendance: Jadeen Henderson, Bruce Wiggins, Margaret Prewer, Allan Howard {chair}, Sheila Kirkland {secretary}, and Geoffrey Booth {vice-chair) Minutes of July meeting: Moved by Bruce and seconded by Margaret that the minutes be approved as circulated. Passed. Old Business: • Margaret's list of OMHA articles stored at the Township Office is ongoing and not completed as yet. We still need to generate a report for the Parks & Rec. consultant although the exact date needed is not known. • There is more space now at the Old Town Hall for storage s We need to move the displayldividers that Guthrie Church has stored. Discussed keeping them at the Old Town Hall. They need to be labeled as History Association property. Bruce and Allan will look at moving them next week. • Allan will contact Shawn Binns about the Guthrie arena storage and options for moving the articles, as we understand this is going to occur in the future. • Moved by Jadeen that the original council table and chairs be plagued, as well as the voting box that is at the Old Tawn Hall. Flu-ther the background supporting documentation for each article be compiled and kept for posterity. Further that 50 plaques including identification numbers stating Property of Oro-Medonte History Association be bought for this purpose. Seconded by Bruce. PASSED Bruce will price them. • Jadeen suggest that we also imprint a number on the underside of each bench at the Oro African Church. Bruce will check for the tool to do this and Jadeen will cheek with Bob. Bruce will purchase if no one has one-bill to the Association. • Margaret has t~~o quotes for ground radar. ls`: quote Multiview Locates Inc.- Mr. John E. Scafe $3395 and 2°~: quote Radarscan -Mr. Ken Blair $5500. Shawn asked for references and only Multiview gave references. The Township will give the okay to ga ahead when they are checked out. Margaret will give the size of the lot including the bush to the company chosen. • Margaret will take the map of the archeological sites to the Planning Department. Correspondence • Request from Margaret Davenport-Cole asking for articles for the Springwater Library Board who is looking at increasing their research section of their library. This was discussed and maybe considered in the future provided there are proper rules and regulations for loaning a display and return policies. • United Way email updating their request far proposals that we do not qualify for. • Email re: church tolur from Margaret to Allan. Allan will send his belated regrets. • Email re: Article about a National Historic Site Conservator who restores historic buildings whale number is included in the article and who may be able to look at the interior of the African Church for restoration as the white wash needs redone and some chinking. Geoffrey will contact for a quote on this. (Of note m the past volunteers did the whitewashing but unsure about the chinking and this was before it was a NHS.1 • Email from Geoff re; frame from the Red Cross Certificate. • Request from Touris~r~ Ontario for information on tourist sites. +~ Fact sheet from Heritage Canada for funding. We may not qualify. Geoff will investigate. • NHSA 2008 is October 15-17 being held at Parkwood NHS, Oshawa. "Where have all the visitors gone" is the theme, It is a IOth Anniversary for the NHSA. We have yet to receive the registration forms with more details. ~ Email re: request for properties of interest along Hwy, 11 from Lindsay PoperC, Archaeological Services in Toronto. Margaret sent her a list and she will try to send us a copy of the completed report. • Email re. the 160`h Anniversary of the Oro African Church is next year-what are we planning to do to celebrate? Will discuss over the next few meetings for suggestionslplans. New Business s Articles donated by Hawkestone United Church received, Ascension documentation included, • Heritage Day report: ~l antique tractors participated despite the weather, the meal was a success and already people are asking about next year. The Officers of the OPP did a great job. The participants were very pleased about the pictures they received that Allan did. Jadeen suggests that we keep a copy for our records and Allan can do that. • Oro Fall Fair September 13-we will put up the tent and put out the displays. We will move ouur display closer to the track as the antique ear show is growing. This will give us better exposure for foot traffic. + Margaret received a request from someone looking at the Bass Lake area to compile a history. She directed him to the Simcoe County Archives and the Land Registry office as resources. Next meeting is September 22 at 6pm at the Township Offices, Who What Margaret complete listing of articles Everyone compile a report Bruce price identification plaques Bruce find or buy imprint tool BrucelAllan move displays from Guthrie Margaret map to Planning Dept. Geoff contact conservator for quote Geoff Heritage Canada funding investigate Allan making copy of tractor pictures for records Everyone Oro Fall Fair setup Everyone ideas for 160th anniversary NHS When ASAP ASAP ASAP ASAP next week ASAP as able as able as able Sept.l2 next mtg. TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE CRAIGHURST WORKING GROUP MINUTES August 28, 2448, 9:44 a.m. Robinson Room Present: Philip Calton Betty Veitch Nick McDonald, Meridian Planning Andria Leigh Mayor Harry Hughes Ward 3 Councillor Sandy Agnew Absent: Lynette Mader, Jennifer Ljubicic Mayor Hughes provided an update to the Committee members in regards to the intent of the Working Group, how the group was formed and the importance of the role and opinions of working group members. Mayor Hughes also reviewed the process for communications and ensuring that should members of the working group be sharing personal opinions that this should be clearly identified as their personal opinion and not necessarily that of the working group. The Mayor advised that to date no minutes from the July meeting held by the residents had been received by the Township. It was understood that Phillip Castan would fulfill the role of Chair of the Working Group. Andria Leigh would prepare minutes of the meeting. Lori Hunter from the Simcoe County District Health Unit was also appointed as a member of the Group and was to be advised far attendance at the next meeting and provide a copy of the minutes of this meeting. The balance of the meeting was a discussion by the group in regards to the design and potential conceptual plan layouts. The character of Craighurst which was identified as being of importance to the group included: the rural nature of the community, the historical character, its previous importance as a transient stop for travelers. Residents interested in having linkagelconnection of the existing and future planned development. The fixed features within the Craighurst secondary plan area include the watercourses, the requirement for 2 access points from County Road 93 and Horseshoe valley Road for each quadrant of development. Importance design characteristics of future development that were identified by the group included: - Tree preservation, landscaping, green space - Character of community, need to find the common elements - Relation of buildings to street, height of buildings to be maximum of 3 metres - Central location should be identified far school, community park, seniors facilities Craighurst Working Group Meeting August 28, 2Uu23, Page 1 - Potential to utilized pioneer family names needs to be explored further in regards to street signage, community gateway, entranceway fezture - Transportation linkages to be explored -connections to existing trials, opportunities far winter recreational connections i.e. snowmobiles, walking and bike trail linkages, etc to be designated to provide maximum benefit for all users Nick McDonald explained to the working group that he would be preparing conceptual plans based on a variety of densities in accordance with the Places to grow Growth plan -the proposed density designs would include 20,30, 40, persons and jabs per hectare -he explained that the County was still reviewing the target for their Official Plan which is anticipated to be in the range of 30-35 person or jobs per hectare calculated on a County wide basis. Nick also reviewed the process for identifying a school site location and how the lands are preserved for an established time frame for this proposed usage. The school board is required to purchase these lands should they be required for a school site at fair market value. The timeline and process for the balance of the Secondary Plan/Environmental Assessment was discussed with the Working Group. It was identified that the timing before road and building construction would likely occur in the community would likely be a minimum of 4 years. The next steps in the process include: completion of the conceptual plans, review of the conceptual plan by the working group and Council, scheduling of an Open House in the community for review and comment on the conceptual plans. Next meeting date to be confirmed once conceptual plans discussed are prepared, likely end of September. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:50 a.m. Craighurst Working Group Meeting August 28, 2008, Page 2 Wednesday September 23r~, 2008 `T'ownship of Oro-Medonte 1.48 Line 7 South Box 100, Oro Ontario LOL 2X0 Tel: (705) 487-2171 Fax: (705) 487-2128 } 3 ' ~ ~ ~ ~~ Attn: Harry Hughes Dear Mr. Ilughes ~ Counsel, My name is Andrew Martin, I am writing today seeking claz-ification and support regarding a business initiative I have. The motivation behind my letter is a desire for clarity as to whether the Township of Oro-Medonte would be in support of my initiative both in the short term as well as the long. I am interested in opening a Outdoor Education Centre in the Township that focuses on environmental sustainability and which, provides children with a better understanding of their mark on the environment. The way I wish to go about this is by providing a fun and safe environment where children can see first hand the work that goes on to provide the products we so commonly take for granted. I wish to set up a facility that encompasses both recreational and educational programs with a special interest in farming, organic agriculture, no trace camping/recreation, and environmental sustainability. I have spent the last few years searching for a property that would be appropriate for what I am seeking to do. This fall I feel I have found just that. The property is located in your township, off of Horseshoe Valley Road and is currently zoned Agricultural Rural. After spending some time reviewing the townships "Official Plan" and reading over the Zoning Bylaws, I met with Andria Leigh, the director of Development Services, who prompted me to write this letter to your attention. It is my hope and belief that the program I am interested in creating does positively reflect the designation given to the land however I feel it prudent to seek the opinion of the Counsel prior to moving forward. The current property of interest is just over 150 acres in size. I seek to use approximately 20-25 acres of the property as the hub of the facility, and continue to farm the over 100 acres remaining. My long term vision for this facility involves a total of approximately 30 strictures (which includes washroom facilities, a nature hut, rec spaces, teaching facilities, a dining hall and temporary sleeping cabins for kids), as well as two outdoor recreational courts. These buildings would all be seasonal, and most built above ground, with the objective being to create a small community focused facility where kids can learn and play. ._ .. I feel this initiative meets bath CL3.7 (Agricultural research and Training Establishments) and C1.3.8 (Farm Related Tourism Establishment) however prior to moving forward with my business plan I seek your opinion and support. I believe I have a very unique and extremely relevant concept for the development of youth, and am very keen to build my vision in Oro-Medonte. In my planning, I have examined other similar programs in the Township and found that there was very little in the area that is devoted to youth and their environment. I am confident that the facility will attract local schools in the spring and fall, as well as youth locally and afar for the summer day and residential programs. While there are few options currently available, there are none I have found that specifically target youth, recreation and environmental education as their primary purpose. As a secondary function, I also believe that the connection to the farming industry will ailaw for numerous other possibilities to occur on the facility from outdoor fairs and events to learning seminars. Overall this is an initiative which, I am very excited about. I seek to move forward with the project, and although my long term vision will not be realized right away, I do hope to begin day programs as early as next spring. Before putting the cart before the horse, I write to you today in search of clarification as to whether this initiative is one which fits within the existing property designation? I am available to further discuss this concept at any time and would be happy to meet in person at the Township Offices to speak about this further regarding this concept should that be or interest. I can be reached by phone at ('705) 345-8896. I look forward to your thoughts, guidance, and support. Regards, ~,~ .~: -~"~- ~..e_.~_~,.., w ,~. Andre Martin °~~~ Teeter, Janette From: Coldwater Auto Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 10:35 AM To: Irwin, Doug Cc: Coutanche, Mel Subject: road work on line 3 N. urgent To Mayor and Council: urgent From: Peter Fitchell and Cathy Beach 6208 Line 3 N (fro Medonte Regarding the recent road work on our road we have a few concerns that need to be addressed right away. We have a circular driveway and the south entrance does not line up properly and is already washing out. The road has been raised considerably at our driveways and we would like to have the 2 culverts joined. This would make our exiting and entering the driveway much safer in the winter months. Thank you for your time, Peter Fitchell and Cathy Beach ----- Original Message ----- From: W~~r~,er Thiel To: Sandy A,~ E,~~Gw Sent; Thursday, September 18, 2008 11:16 AM Subject: Waterproblem in Arbourwood,Shanty Bay Good morning! The last time we met with Mayor Harry Hughes and you in our home 21 Red Oak Cres. Shanty Bay we dicussed the ongoing waterproblem we have. 1 have to inform you that we have again the brown water,starting last night and allso this morning.) phaneed fired Me Gregor and his remark was,there must be something wrong in pumpstation. I will check it and get it going for you. At the time I Wright this message (11,10 o,clock) it is still brown. We and our neighbours are fed up and angry about this continued situation.We live here for five years now and nothing has changed. Have a pleasant day. Werner Thiel cc. Mayor Harry Hughes ~~p~ ~'~~ } ~ Y ~ W ~' ~~~~~'~ rro~ ~~~~,o ~° .r . ~-- «~•~.--, ,: e~ '" ~ - r ~ '.. ..,... < _.... ~~ ~~~ The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority invites you to attend a ~~~C~ ,~`d'rrn~i~a~, ~r~les ~nc~` ~~~~~~~as~i~ilrt,~ ~~~~°ksl~~r~~- c~~~ ~o~etx~~~er~ 1_~, 2(~(~8 #'ro~~ x:30 a.n~, until r~c~€~r~ at the Tiffin Centre for Conservation in the John L. Jose Environmental Learning Centre This workshop is designed to communicate information and strengthen partnerships between conservation authority and municipal planning and development review staff. L~~nch ae~itl he provided Guest Speaker: Don Pearson, General Manager of Conservation Ontario Conservation Authority Planning Roles A Provincial Perspective Presentations Overview of NVCA Planning Roles and Responsibilities Chris Hibberd, NVCA Acting Director of Planning NVCA's Draft Plan InputlReview and Regulations Programs implementation guidelines Bob Law, NVCA Watershed Planner NVCA's Regulation and Enforcement Program Barb Perreault, NVCA Environmental Officer Working Group Session Participants will break into groups of 7 or 8 to review a specific issue and provide a solution recommendation. Participants are invited to suggest topics for the working group session with their RSVP. t'(~ aye I~~l'P tip C `i~~°i~ ~ 3.ii~h~~°ci, :~~.ti~~g [~it~~;< ,, ~~- , ¢, C'1~t~~t~ir~ (~~_ C)c t~~t~e r 1 ~), 20(} ~~~t~~ i~ li~~it~ci. ----- Original Message ----- From: `3, ~r~ ~~~.~`l~.i ~:~;~~r-~~E;~, Cc: F~oi;~in Dunn ; Jerry Ball ;Mel Coutanche ; Harry Hu hes Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 8:30 AM Subject: Agenda Item for next COTW Doug, I was given aone-page sketch (attached) by Diane Rountree of 898 Ingram Road. It is addressed to Mayor & Council. The concerns are for signage, speeding and snow plowing. Details for discussion: 1. Road Safety -Raise/elevate 2 existing "NO EXIT" signs {see map) -Install 2 new "HIDDEN DRIVEWAY" signs (see map) 2. Snow plowing: Please ensure that Ingram Raad gets plowed before 6:15 a.m. There is a School Bus and several people who need access early in the morning 3. Sight lines: There are a few trees which need to be cut back l removed at the curve between L5N and L6N (see map) NOTE: These requests are BEFORE WINTER PLEASE..... 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At the same time, Bill 99 was posted on the Newtnarfcec,°°`~° Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) fora 60 day review period. The Authority submitted L3~ ixi comments, which were shared with all watershed municipalities requesting their support. <4 On September 22, 2008, Bill 99 was entered into Second Reading with extensive debate, which was continued on September 23`d. The Hansard transcript of this debate can be found at http://www.ontla.on.ca/web/house-proceedings/house_current.do?locale=en The Authority's Board, in reviewing the transcript on September 26 and, based on past discussions regarding the proposed Lake Simcoe Protection Act, have reiterated their concern as it relates to duplication of efforts, implementation of the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan and the role and mandate of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, which has yet to be identified. The Lake Simcoe Protection Pfan has not yet been released however the expectation of the province is that this document will be released for public consultation in October 2008. Given this extremely fast approac Ing ea Ine, e u ority s Board Members are respectfully requesting.that each Regional Chair, Municipal Mayor and Simcoe County Warden, identify- concerns In an immediate Te~ttef to"Minister Gerretsen ensuring that. the Conservation Authority's role in f efi~-~-impfementa I~oft~e Lake Simcoe Protection Plan confinuesbased on our 17 years of experience in implementing this program. While it is understood that some watershed municipalities have submitted comments on Bill 99, the Board Members are of the opinion that the submission of individual letters with a united message will be more effective. Therefore, on behalf of our Board Members, I am respectfully requesting that a letter be sent to Minister Gerretsen under your signature addressing this urgent matter. Sincerely, t~.uter5he~ - . ~---- ~~..« Co cillor Virginia Hackson f`~r Chair j fG From: Marina Saldana Sent: Friday, August ZZ, 200$ 9:51 AM To: Irwin, Doug Subject: October Council Meeting Request Dear IVIr. Irwin, I am writing to request to make an oral submission at the CJro-iVledante Committee of the whole IVlceting on October 1 at 9:0 am. This request is on behalf o£ the Severn Sound Environmental llssociation and L.ura Consulting, regarding the Severn Sound Watershed Sustainabilit5> Plan. Included in the Sustainabilit~T Plan are the nine municipalities located within the Severn Sound Watershed. The Plan addresses environmental, eammunity well-being and economic visions, goals and actions w°ithin the study area. The Plan will include action plans as well as monitoring and implementation methods to ensure its optimal success. We are currently working an actions and strategic directions that will support the goals that have been established for the sustainability plan. W'e would like to present to Council a brief overview of the Plan, its progress and its £uture path. Oro-IVledonte Committee of the whole is an integral part of the Plan process and the support and understanding from its members is valuable to the success of the sustainability plan. We appreciate vour consideration and accommodation. Sincerely, Marina on behalf of Sa11y Leppard Scheduling Request: Committee of the Whole Speaker Sally Leppard .~ . ` ` ~~ ~. z,..,~~. ~ ~. -E. ~~;~r~.. Severn Sound Sustainabilit~~ Plan Presentation to the Township of Oro-Medonte ion N Overview .Our Watershed - Our Sustainabilitv Plan Vision Goals Strategies and Actions - Next Steps Completing the Plan -„ ',- r,. . <_ ~~ x, awz~ ~3, F , _„ Sustainabilit Process Process Framework ~~:~;,~~~.~ mow: Vision, Goals, Objectives ,} Current State, Gap Analysis ~ ~_ ,~at ta, ~~;r~r, <<v ~ ,.~ ,ti;._ ~~- z ~x..ucrrsur~.wxaMO.-.av~~~ara..-v..w~.cn,..~«x. .entt ., * x,.u~ix~. tn~:.wr..~~e k ~, Strategic Directions ~ Actions Implementation and Monitoring We are here Sustainabilit _ .. _.. Y..~. ,~, ~ ~ ~, 'Meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. " Brundtland-1 987 ~i - Q ~. 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'~ --~ . - ~ ~ ~ ~~ •Economic prosperity ~ ~. "" , :n ~''"'', ,~~' ;~ ~. f ,,,, ,, .-4: ~ ~„` With careful planning, the watershed will continue to be sustainable for today, tomorrow and well into the future ~~ ~„ Our Sustainability Plan ~% Funded by FCM Aligns with AMO ICSP Guide Meets requirements for Federal Gas Tax Agreement ~: ~. ~.~ ~~, . ~:. ~~ .~ v ~~ ~.. ``. Q Working Together ,, _, , '`sti: ~~ ~ ~a ;3~ ~ .~~,ar:_ Highlights of Input Environment protection ~ N. ~ -.... ~,.1 ~' ... , ~J.. ~._~: _ w .. • Maintain quality/quantity/supply of fresh water • Minimize impact of sewage treatment on lakes and rivers • Protect quality of our air Economy sustainability • Provide local jobs for all Healthy society/communi y • Increase health monitoring • Adequate supply of affordable housing • Education • Safe and sustainable workplaces • Accessible public transportation Active and safe communities ~ _ '~ -- ,-~ ~;~ ~ ._... _ ~~ By 2050, the Severn Sound Watershed will contain a network of communities that have achieved a sustainable quality of life for all citizens by developing a common culture of environmental, economic and social balance. Developed by Environmental Action Team, Picture This Supported by Steering Committee and Sustaina,bilityRdvisory Team ~;.~ Environmental Protection Goals j~ ..~_ 1: Protect, restore and enhance natural heritage 4/9 municipalities have natural heritage policies including Oro-Medonte Protected under Official Plans (OP) and recorded through Natural Heritage information centres 2: Protect and enhance biodiversity Official Plan policies Species at risk programs ~. 43 W,.e ~~ .~.x 'z ~, ~ ~ a M tt ~_ ~ .,~~ .. ~) ,~,, ~ du " -~ ., y ~_ n'V 1~1 --1- Environmental Protection Goals 3: Reduce Consumption of Natural Resources Waste Minimization Water Quality and Quantity Air Quality Protection ~~~~ -~ ~. ~~~ ~~{~ _ . ~r 4. Design public facilities -efficient use of resources/live in balance with natural systems Sustainable Transportation Water Quantity and Supply Urban and Rural Development ~~~ • ~~~~ E ~r .~~. .. -= L ,~~, i .a ~~. .. ^:.~- ~, ~ :~' I s r~ • ~~ ~~~.. ~~` ~;:.~ ~' ~~,~~ ~ r. 1~ __ _ ~ .~.nr~ j,# ~:' f~: x" Environmental Protection L U R A Opportunities for the Future Energy conservation programs, Air Quality, Waste Reduction Goals and Shoreline Protection /Access Design principles that address water and wastewater management Exploration of sustainable/suitable technolog ical and carrying capacity for STPs/septage ,s ~~ r ".~ 3 l; ,~, ~~ ~ .. ~, ~. ,~ 9 :tti ~~ _ ~ r ' :.:ter ;~ ~: ~l ~ ; ,r, ~~~ .~y~.~-:. ~ ,.,.~..~... . V +~ T ~V - ~~^' r~~A '~ ,~ ; ~~,. f ~-. ,_ :~~. ~ . ~ .:. ~~:: _~ ~~ ~~~ .______^ Communit 'ell-Being L U R A 1 : Promote wellness of mind, body, and soul Public safety: County and municipal level a Health services: mostly addressed by County or District Health Unit strategies a Recreational Services: 9 of 9 municipalities have po Iic i e s in p I ace., i n cl u din g Oro - M e do me 0 P, Accessibility Plan and Recreation & Community Service Program s Healthy community design County plans address gateways, Oro-Medonte OP addresses aspects of community design and has community garden in place Diverse/affordable Education -policies in place Spirituality: passive leisure opportunities covered by ~ Recreation & Community Service Programs ~' Communit 'ell-Being L U R A 2: Protect and enhance a network of active living activities for all ages and abilities Network of trai/s is priority program, good trails system in Oro-Medonte 3: Promote environmental education 4: Recognize and protect cultural identity and local arts and heritage County programs 5: ~. . _~ y ~~ ,~ 4~~ Retain and build diverse social networks ~a` '~` .~~`~ e R through volunteerism 4 P ~sA J ^V t .~ Communit Well-Being L U R A -Opportu n hies for the Future Establish healthy community/active -~- ~- __-. ifestyles ~ ~~~ - .~~; ~. ~--- Q Develop biking safety programs ~-~-~,"~,~ .~~ << Reduce crime ~ .~-.: - Document/im rove access to s iritua --- -~ ~~=~~~ p p _~~~- ~F... well being -places ~ ..~~, s- ~ -~--._ ~- Provide opportunities for religious. ~~ ~ a- education ~.- Establish a reciation for nature in ~~ p p ~~~ curriculum ~~ ,, Continue to promote local arts, music ~~` ~~' ~`+~ and heritage Expand volunteerism ~~ Youth retention ~--'~'~ ~, .~ s~ Economic Prosperit - ~. N.~ ~ -. r ~~~ MAF ~, < . r ~s~ ~, i ~ ~ ~ PI ~ .. _ 1: Create a balanced economic base that provides quality employment and sustainable wages - Business and Entrepreneurship- Oro-Medonte OP encourages home-based businesses - Employment opportunities are covered by OP Economic deve%pment goal - /m pro ving- wage parity - Eco and Culinary Tourism - Sustainable, viable agriculture addressed through Oro-Medonte DP protect farm operations, watershed-wide through Places G/"OW Communications Capacity ~~.~_ . `. ~... . ~~ !' e - ~_. ~. ~~~ .; t' ~~ ~; ,~ ~ ., ,~ E y Econorrric Prosperity 2: Strengthen connections between the production and consumption Local products, farmers markets a Branding for local agriculture (Farm Fresh) <> Access to healthy, affordable food 3: Provide sufficient safe, healthy, diverse and affordable housing for all residents' needs .. ,--,~ _, ... ~,., ~~, ~~ Alternative housing types and sizes for all need addressed by OP Reduction of Homelessness In-law Suites ., .~, . ,. ~~„ V ~!'! '~, ~; ~~: ~ n. t. ~ ~~ N ~. Economic Prosperity Opportunities for the Future ....t " `,q ~, ~~, r~r.;t r4~..~~, ~~ NF... Attracting and retaining long-term businesses/career/jobs a Agricultural sustainability and viability du e to growth p re s s u res wage Parity Local Food products/branding/affordability Comprehensive business greening a ttr ting een sines/i Increase e-communications capacity '. ~.~. ..- ~ _~ _~ ~~: ~~~~ ;~,:: . .~~ , l -: , ~. ~= ~1 N N Completing the Plan: Next Steps - Additional Actions .,~_. ,~.~:T.~,~~ .:r_ ~r_ .~ ~r,... Progress Indicators - Draft Plan Consult the Community Fall fairs, Citizen Panel, Forum on October 16t" (6:30-9:00 pm at the North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre) - Final Sustainability Plan - Celebrate Completion December 2"d (6:30-9:00 pm at the North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre) Implementation ~~ N w ~. ~~ ~~ ~,. The Honourable David Peterson Chairman, Bid Committee invites you and a guest to join in the launch of the Toronto f Greater Golden Horseshoe Bid for the 2015 Pan American Games Thursday, October 2, 2008 M~zik 15 Saskatchewan Road, Toronto Exhibition Place Click here for map 4-6pm Refreshments served A time for all to celebrate the region Please RSVP, with your name and that of your guest, by Friday, September 26 RSVP paginfo@ontario.ca Tel. 416-327-Q330 From: pagirfo Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:10 PM Subject: Invitation to Pan Am Games Bid Launch The Honourable David Peterson would very much like to invite your Chief Administrator and Council Members to a Bid Launch event for the 2015 Pan American Games, and we would appreciate your help with this. Would it be possible for your office to extend the attached invitation directly to your Chief Administrator and Council members? I will call your office tomorrow to follow-up, but certainly please contact me with any questions in the interim. Danny van Gelder 416-327-0380 TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE MEMORANDUM To: Mayor and Members of Council cc: From: Jerry Ball R.M. File #: Date: September 29, 20118 Roll #: Subject: Green Bin Program On September 29, 2008, the County of Simcoe officially launched the start of their new Green Bin Program, with each resident receiving the necessary green bin, complete with instructions, to participate in this program. The County's Environmental Services Department has forwarded correspondence to each municipality, requesting feedback as to whether they are interested in stocking a supply of the green bins for the purpose of providing new residents with a bin or replacing damaged and lost bins. At the present time, there is a limited supply of available green bins at no extra charge to interested municipalities. Once this supply is depleted, there will be a $15.00 charge, per bin, to purchase additional bins. Unlike the recycling boxes, the green bins are bulky and will require additional space for storage. It is recommended that the Township of Oro-Medonte does not participate in the stocking of the green bins far this program, saving administration time and costs, as well as the need for outside forces to transport bins to the Administration Office. Thus, local residents would be instructed to purchase bins at the landfill site directly from the County of Simcoe Environmental Services Department, as required. F Jerry Ball i013"ci "I~,Lij.L _ _ _ 7'he Corporation of the (7{?5} ~E-~3(7t? Fnx: (7t?5} 7~6-9S.I2 -' ~t7rd1~2i!~ D,~ *~ ~ ~ ~;t~n~oe t'~ , m- ov ENC~7ItUNAfiEN~'AL SERVICES DEI'AR~'ME,'~T AdminisCration C~:ntre II 1 Q l~wy. 26 Miriht,<rst, t7nrario LUI, IXfl September 18, 20{8 Township ofi Qro-Medonte Doug Irwin Director of Corporate ServiceslClerk Box i O~Q, i 48 Line 7 South tiro C7NLUL 2X4 Dear Mr. Irwin: This letter is to provide you with an update, #urther to our letter dated Sept.10, 2t~t)8 regarding local municipalities stocking green bins. The bounty is pleased to after an initial supply cif green bins at no charge. Extra green bins were ordered to ensure that adequate supply was available prier to the launch of the curbside organics program. A limited supply of green bins from this initial stock will be made available to interested municipalities at no charge so that residents which did not receive a bin, or received a damaged bin can easily obtain one free of charge. Bins will be made available in skid quantrkies only. If your municipality is interested in obtaining a supply of green bins please fill out the information below and fax back to {7Ct5} 72+fi--g8~~ Attentit~n: ,tamie Moreau. following this initial offer, subsequent orders of green bins will be charged to the municipalities at $15.(?Q each. Municipalities may at that time decide to continue to provide one for free; may subsidize the cost of the bins, or choose to recuperate the full $15.f}t3 charge. If you have any questions regarding this information please feel free to contact the undersigned. Sincerelyt ~~ 1Ni{Ima Bureau Contract & Collections Supervisor Envirc~nrnental Services Dept. Fax hark tc~~ !7(751 7?~i-~f~."~2 Att~?ntian~ .larrti~ Mt~rc3au Nlunici all .Contact ersan: Contact hone #: Extension #: Relive address: Shi in hours G:1Documents aiitl 5ett5r,~sVagaddirlgl~eskt4RtL,etter to municipal clerks re 6rgartiCS bfns.doc ld 'd Ly ~ ~ t SOGZ 6l iya~ ~~8f3-3'L-50f ~~~~~ ~3J I t~a3S 31'~~rda~~J TOINNSHtP QF 4RlJ-MEDQNTE x - REPC)RT °~. Report No. To: Prepared By: DS 2008-06? Committee of the Whole Andria Leigh Meeting Date: Subject: Motion # October 1, 2008 Jeff and Susan Waring - Request for Two Dwellings Roll #: , West Part of Lot 6, Concession R.M.S. File #: 020-003-12800 11 (Medonte), Township of C}ro-Medonte, 1066 Warminster Sideroad RECOMMENDATION(S): Requires Action X~ Far Information Only It is recommended: 1. THAT Report No. DS 2008-067 be received and adopted. 2. THAT Council authorizes the request of Jeff and Susan Waring to temporarily reside in the existing dwelling which will be demolished after the completion of the new dwelling to a maximum of one year period. 3. AND THAT the Clerk bring forward the appropriate by-law authorizing the attached agreement to this effect. BACKGROUND: The subject property is approximately 49.66 acres (20 ha), and is located on the north side of the Warminster Sideroad, just east of Line 10 North (See Attachment #1). There is an existing farmhouse dwelling located on the property, which was constructed in approximately 1900. The applicant is proposing construction of a new dwelling, and is requesting Council's permission (Attachment #2) to temporarily reside in the existing dwelling, which will be demolished after completion of the new home. The Township's Comprehensive Zoning By-law 97-95 only permits one dwelling per property, therefore permission is required in order to allow the new permit to be issued prior to demolition of the existing dwelling. ANALYSIS: The Township has historically allowed owners to temporarily reside in existing dwellings or trailers and allow for a building permit to be issued for a new dwelling. This practice has been followed contrary to the Township's Zoning By-law, which only allows one dwelling per property and prohibits human habitation of a trailer (outside of licensed trailer parks), however is a reasonable compromise to assist owners in these hardship cases. A financial deposit and DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 1 of 6 agreement (see Attachment #3) stipulating the terms of the approval will be required t~ be t executed with the owners which ensures compliance after the new dwelling is complete. Council has granted one-year temporary permissions on other properties in the Township. FINANCIAL: A $213,0{}0 security deposit is required prior to issuance of a building permit for the new dwellinglrenovations to ensure removal of the trailer. POLICIES/LEGISLATION: Bill 124 -The Building Code Act The Planning Act CONSULTATIONS: Departmental Staff ATTACHMENTS: Attachment # 1 -Location Map Attachment # 2 -Waring Request to reside in Existing Dwelling Letter Attachment # 3 -Agreement coNCt.usION: Approval of the attached agreement to permit the landowner to reside in the existing dwelling for a maximum twelve month period while the new dwelling is being constructed is considered appropriate and should be authorized. Respectfully submitted: Andria Leigh, MCIP, RPP Director of Development Services SMT Approval /Comments: C.A.O. Approval !Comments: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 2 of 6 ATTACHMEM1IT 1: LQCATIflN MAP 1 Q66 Warminster Sideroad -Waring }> r l DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 3 of 6 ATTACHMENT 2: REQUEST LETTER Andria Leigh Director of Qevelopment Services Township of Oro-Medonte September 18, 2008 Dear Ms. Leigh, We reside at 1066 Warminster Sideroad and occupy the existing farmhouse located on the property. We plan to construct a new home on a separate location on the property. Our estimated start date is November 1, 2008. We would hope to complete the new home within the year. We are asking for municipal approval to reside in the farmhouse during this period of construction as we understand this requires council approval from the Township of Oro-Medonte. As part of our sustainable approach to building, we plan to incorporate recycled portions of the old farmhouse into the new structure after occupancy. Therefore we would appreciate a 12 month grace period to accomplish our goal. Currently our septic system plan is being developed and our working drawings for the new house are with an engineer for sign off. We would appreciate hearing from you if you have any questions regarding our request. Respectfully submitted, Jeff and Susan Waring DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 4 of 6 ATTACHMENT 3: RGFiEEMENT In consideration of receiving a building permit from the Township of Ora-Medonte, We, Jeff and Susan Waring, of the Township of Ora-Medonte {formerly Township of Medonte) in the County of Simeae, covenant and agree as follows: 1. That we are the registered owners of West Part of Lot 6, Concession 11 being more particularly described as 1066 Warminster Sideroad. 2. That we have applied to the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte for permission to temporarily reside in our existing dwelling an the above-mentioned lands, at the same time as a new dwelling is under construction on those same lands, wherein such procedure is not provided far under the provisions of the Tawnship of Oro- Medonte's Zoning By-law as amended. 3. That we hereby acknowledge that permission has been given by the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte subject to the following provisions: a} That such permission is granted for the twelve month period from permit issuance or until completion of the proposed .new dwelling, whichever is the lesser period of time; and b} That on completion of the new dwelling, as evidenced by a Provisional Occupancy Certificate, the existing dwelling is to be removed within one month to the satisfaction of the Township's Chief Building Official; and c} That application to the Township of Oro-Medonte for a temporary use permit will be made forthwith (Fee $100.00}. 4. That certified funds in the amount of $20,000.00 be retained by the Corporation of the Tawnship of Oro-Medonte until the above-mentioned conditions are fulfilled to the sole satisfaction of the Township. a) Failure to comply with the aforementioned conditions will result. in the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte redeeming the certified funds at its sole discretion. 5. That we hereby agree to the terms and conditions set out above. 6. It is understood that failure to comply with the terms and conditions as set out herein, shall release and save harmless the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte from pursuing such litigation, as may be necessary to secure compliance or conformity with any applicable Municipal By-law or provincial Regulation as may be provided for. 7. We hereby covenant and agree to indemnify and save harmless the Township of Oro- Medonte from all costs, claims, liability and actions which may result or arise from the issuance of the building permit or the entering into of this agreement. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 5 of 6 Date Susan Waring, Owner Jeff Waring, Qwner Mayor, H. S. Hughes Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin Witness DEVELOPMENT SERVICES October 1, 2008 Report No. DS 2008-067 Page 6 of 6