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02 25 2015 Council Agenda The Township of Oro-Medonte Council Meeting Agenda Council Chambers Wednesday, February 25, 2015 6:00 p.m. - Closed Session 7:00 p.m. - Open Session Page 1.Call to Order - Private Prayer/Moment of Reflection: 2.Adoption of Agenda: a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda. 3.Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: None declared. 4.Closed Session Items: a) Motion to go In Closed Session. b) Motion to Rise and Report. c) Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services, re: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Illegal Construction & Unsafe Buildings Orders to Comply Summary). d) Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Litigation affecting the municipality (OMB Hearing Consent 2014-B-19 & Minor Variance 2014-A- 25 (Kimbel Management Ltd.) 1281 Line 4 South). e) Councillors Jermey and Crawford re: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Heritage Committee Appointments). f) Doug Irwin, Director, Corporate Services/Clerk re: Acquisition/disposition of land (Forrester Road). g) Doug Irwin, Director, Corporate Services/Clerk re: acquisition/disposition of land (Block D, Plan 1488 & Part of Simcoe Crescent, Plan 626). \[Addenda\] 5.Minutes of Council and Committees: 5 - 22a) Minutes of Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. 23 - 25 b) Minutes of Special Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 9:00 a.m. Page 1 of 191 Council Meeting Agenda - February 25, 2015 26 - 29 c) Minutes of Special Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 10:00 a.m. 6.Recognition of Achievements: 30 a) Jennifer Jermey, Completion of Essentials of Records Information Management (RIM) Certificate from ARMA International. 7.Public Meetings: None. 8.Deputations: 31 - 76 a) 7:00 p.m. George Anderson and Allan Johnson re: The Area Covered by Fire Hall Station #4. 9.Identification From the Public of an Agenda Item of Interest: 10.Reports of Municipal Officers: 77 - 79 a) Report No. FI2015-05, Paul Gravelle, Director, Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re: Development Charges Reserve Fund. 80 - 83 b) Report No. FI2015-06, Paul Gravelle, Director, Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re: 2015 Budget Excluded Expenses. 84- 86 c) Report No. FI2015-07, Paul Gravelle, Director, Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re: Development Charge Indexing. 87 - 91 d) Report No. FI2015-08, Paul Gravelle, Director, Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re: Financing of Arena Upgrade. 92 - 94 e) Donna Hewitt, Director, Corporate & Strategic Initiatives re: Municipal Council Resolution supporting Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant. 95 - 97 f) Report No. DS2015-09, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Permit Stats Report 2014 Year. 98 - 102 g) Report No. DS2015-10, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Daniel & Cheryl Tomkinson Request to temporarily reside in a trailer, East Pt Lot 18, Concession 7 (Medonte), Township of Oro-Medonte, 5964 Line 7 North \[Refer to Item 15a)\]. 103 - 105 h) Report No. DS2015-12, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services re: Mandatory Septic Maintenance Program Update. 106 - 111 i) Report No. DS2015-14, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services, re: Pre-Servicing (Earthworks) Agreement with Braestone Development Corporation for Phase 1 \[Refer to Item 15b)\]. 112 j) Robin Dunn, CAO re: Oro-Medonte Community Centre, Banquet Hall Renovation. Page 2 of 191 Council Meeting Agenda - February 25, 2015 \[Addenda\] 11.Reports of Members of Council: 113 - 115 a) Mayor H.S. Hughes correspondence dated February 17, 2015 from Don Ross, Founder and Chair, Orillia Museum of Art and History re: Celebration of the 400th Anniversary of Samuel de Champlain in Oro-Medonte Re- instating a Commemorative Plaque. 116 b) Councillor Jermey re: Fundraising Initiatives, Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church. 12.Consent Agenda: 117 a) Announcements of Interest to the Public: 1. Township of Oro-Medonte, 2015 Citizen/Senior of the Year Nominations, Deadline, Friday, February 27, 2015. 118 - 160 b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes and Background Information, November 6, 2014. Staff Recommendation: Receive. 13.Communications: 161 a) Correspondence received from Orillia & Area Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee re: Invitation, Seducing Dr. Know, Friday, February 20, 2015, 7:00pm-11pm, Orillia Public Library. 162 - 164 b) Correspondence from the City of Belleville re: 2015 OSUM Conference and Trade Show, April 29 - May 1, 2015, Belleville. 165 c) Correspondence dated December 8, 2014 from Brandon Amyot, Secretary, Simcoe Pride re: Request for Proclamation, July 31-August 8, 2015 and Flag Raising Ceremony, Friday, July 31, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. 166 - 169 d) Correspondence dated February 7, 2015 from Jack & Luba Lowe re: Request for Replacement of Entrance. 170 - 171 e) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Sharon Goerke, Clerk, Township of Severn re: Infrastructure Renewal Funding. 172 - 174 f) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Cindy Hood, District Manager, Barrie District/Lake Simcoe, Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change re: Lake Simcoe Protection Plan Municipal Implementation Workshop Invitation. 175 - 176 g) Correspondence received from Katie Howson, Subwatershed Protection Planner/G.I.T., Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority re: South Georgeian Bay Lake Simcoe Source Protection Region, Workshop for Municipal Councillors: Understanding Your Role in Source Water Protection Implementation, Wednesday, March 4, 2015, East Gwillimbury Rec Complex, or Sharon Thursday, March 5, 2015, Royal Canadian Legion, Orillia, 9:30 Page 3 of 191 Council Meeting Agenda - February 25, 2015 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 14.Notice of Motions: None. 15.By-Laws: 177 - 179 a) By-Law No. 2015-040: A By-law to Authorize the Execution of an Agreement by Daniel and Cheryl Tomkinson to allow for Temporary Residency in a Trailer. 180 - 189 b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Execution of a Pre- Servicing (Earthworks) Agreement with Braestone Development Corporation Draft Plan of Subdivision (Phase 1) for PCL 2-1 SEC 51ORO-9; LT 3, CON 9, ORO, being the E ½ & W ½; LT 2, CON 9, ORO, being the E ½ & W ½ ; PT 1, 51R-21804, except PT 1, 51R-28741; being all of PIN # 58532- 0089 (LT). 190 c) By-Law No. 2015-043: A By-Law to Amend By-Law No. 2014--law to Govern the Proceedings of Council and Committees/ Technical Support Groups of Council in the Township of Oro- 16.Questions from the Public Clarifying an Agenda Item: 17.Closed Session Items (Unfinished Items): 18.Confirmation By-Law: 191 a) By-Law No. 2015-039: Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting held on Wednesday, February 25, 2015. 19.Adjournment: a) Motion to Adjourn. 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Hughes correspondence dated February 17, 20... Page 113 of 191 11.a) Mayor H.S. Hughes correspondence dated February 17, 20... Page 114 of 191 11.a) Mayor H.S. Hughes correspondence dated February 17, 20... Page 115 of 191 11.b) Councillor Jermey re: Fundraising Initiatives, Oro Afr... Page 116 of 191 12.a) Announcements of Interest to the Public: Township of O... Page 117 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC) Meeting Date Thursday, November 6, 2014 Time 11am-1:30pm Location North Simcoe CFDC, 105 Fourth Street, Midland 1.0 Welcome and Approval of Agenda The meeting came to order at 11am. Chair asked for any corrections or additions to the agenda. No corrections or additions. Agenda approved. 2.0 Review and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting (attached as Item 2.0) th The minutes of the previous meeting were distributed on August 6, 2104 and October 22, 2014. The Chair requested comment. There being no corrections, motion to approve as written by R. Stevens. Motion to second by M. Whelan. Minutes approved by the committee. Action Item: Coordinator to sign and date the July 31, 2014 minutes for distribution to SPSC and each municipality. 3.0 Update on Action Items Resulting from July 31 Meeting (attached as Item 3.0) Discussion: Coordinator reviewed each action item as resulting from the July 31, 2014 SPSC meeting. Requested SPSC committee members who have not picked up the invasive species materials to please gather them before their departure today. Coordinator presented the idea of the Sustainability Indicator Infographic concept, in which an indicator from the report would be analyzed and a resulting visual (icon, infographic) would be developed and sent to SPSC members and municipalities for use within their communications products. Coordinator has developed a schedule, with the first release expected by December 15, 2014. No objections noted. Coordinator is to proceed with the action item as described. No other outstanding action items. Page 118 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 4.0 Update on Sustainable Severn Sound Program Initiatives / Work Plan 4.1 Summary from Zero Waste Conference (attached as Item 4.1) Discussion: Coordinator provided a brief overview of the event held at Lakehead University on August 11, 2014. Suggestions were received that the successes achieved by municipal waste management initiatives should be highlighted as well. No commitment of time or involvement has been made by SSS at this time. It was noted that any further involvement of SPSC and the Zero Waste Initiative shall be approved by the SPSC. 4.2 2014 Sustainability Baseline Report 4.2.1 Update on Report Distribution Discussion: Timelines Thursday, September 18 -Digital copies of each document sent to each municipality for distribution to council Friday, September 19 -Post-mailed or delivered report, Strategic Plan and Work Plan to each SPSC member - and for each respective municipality, this will support the creation of a presentation about the report which will be delivered to each municipality after the initial budget presentations Discussion: Comment received regarding the format and presentation of the Species at Risk table, as some further clarity is recommended. SSS may want to consider reviewing the information with SSEA and re- releasing that information to the SPSC and municipalities. Action Item: SSS to connect with SSEA to discuss possible alternatives for presentation and re-release. Page 119 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 4.2.2 Proposed Communications Project: Sustainable Infographics Discussion: (Review of action item 8.1). Indicators will be further explored and represented visually/pictorially for display on the website, distribution to municipalities and media. Information will be available in a - style with pop-out visual (a schedule has been developed for monthly release beginning December 2014). Action Item: Coordinator to initiate the project and ensure completion and distribution of the first project by December 15, 2014. 4.3 Biodiversity/Species at Risk Awareness Initiative 4.3.1 Meeting Update: Kids for Turtles Discussion: Overview of meeting with Jacquie Kent, Board Chair, Friday, August 22, 2014 at Lakehead University. Discussed interest in working together on projects which promote habitat protection and increase awareness of turtles and amphibians in Simcoe County. Most of the work has been centered in southern part of the watershed, would support further activities in North Simcoe. 4.3.2 Meeting Update: Georgian Bay Anglers and Hunters Conservation Committee Discussion: Overview of meeting with Terry Breckenridge, Tuesday, October 14, 2014. Discussed current role of the GBAH Conservation Steering Committee. GBAH Offered assistance in promoting Sustainable Severn Sound initiatives through their membership (newsletter distribution), and offered to connect SSS to their Get Outdoors (outdoor education for kids) staff person (Michelle Vardy), and contact person for monthly speakers (Bruce Dunn). Tentative plan to attend the November th meeting (4 Tuesday of the month). Page 120 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 4.3.3 Next Step: Event Committee - Feasibility Meeting Discussion: Coordinator presented the idea for the Speaker(s) Event (Fall 2015 / Spring 2016). Speaker event or series could include: (key words) rewilding, nature-based tourism, natural process, megafauna, connectivity, conservation, sustainability, ecological stability, resilience, etc. SSS would like to continue the discussion with other organizations within the area to organize and execute an event or series of related events (to be determined with input from the proposed Event Committee). Organizations for the Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee could include Severn Sound Environmental Association; Kids for Turtles; Georgian Bay Anglers and Hunters; Marl Lake, Tiny Marsh, Matchedash Bay Conservation Club; Wye Marsh, Orillia Fish and Game Conservation Club, Couchiching Conservancy, and Huronia Land Conservancy. Event funding may be obtained from Species at Risk Stewardship Fund (MNR, Dec 2015 deadline, Not-for-profit-NSCFDC), TD Friends of the Environment Fund (Municipalities, Feb.15, 2015), EcoAction (Nature Focus area, Not for Profit, deadline of November 1, 2015), plus year-round funding opportunities (Toyota, Cannon, Gosling Foundation), individual contributions from event partners and ticket sales. SSS described the a request for approval to: i) move forward in combining the proposed Speaker Event Series (Fall 2015/Spring 2016) with the Biodiversity/Species at Risk Work Plan Initiative (event would replace signage initiative); and ii) form the Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee, with an initial meeting to occur in late 2014 or early January 2015. Approval received. SSS presented the Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee Terms of Reference, and described the committee composition, committee term and meeting schedule. A suggestion was received to adjust the monthly Page 121 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 meeting to bi-monthly after the first monthly meetings (minimum 3 January-February). Tiny Township offered assistance in grant submission as needed. Recommendation was received to contact Muskoka Watershed Council, Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve for advice/recommendations, and Georgian Bay Islands National Park (Adrian) to determine availability for involvement. Action Item(s): Adjust meeting frequency for the Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee to bi-monthly (versus monthly) and distribute to SPSC. SSS will connect with SMDHU to follow-up on potential Conservation Speaker Series Event representative. SSS will ensure representation of a minimum of 2 SPSC members or member proxy for the committee. 4.4 Research Analyst Program, Georgian College (attached as Item 4.4) Discussion: SSS had submitted a Project Outline for a Community Sustainability Survey in August, 2014. Project was not selected by September intake of students. Project outline will be resubmitted to the January class for possible uptake. Action Item: SSS will continue to communicate with Coordinator as needed. SSS will request a recommendation from the committee before proceeding with the project in 2015. 4.5 Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Pilot Project 4.5.1 Ecological and Economic Value of Trees in the Urban Environment Discussion: Program involves Grade 7 students from Notre Dame Catholic School in Orillia. SSS provided an In-class presentation and discussion about sustainability, stewardship, Introduction to ecosystem services and the value of urban trees. Program has included a field walk with Bob Bowles (October 20), involving ecological services and tree identification. The students then applied Page 122 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 activity, proceeded by review and discussion. Students (in groups of 3) developed a tree ID guide which they used in undertaking data collection through a Tree Inventory of Clayt French Park (species, DBH, condition). Students will be working with the data next week (November 10-14) to enter it into a program called the National Tree benefit calculator, in which the information for the tree (species, DBH, location, adjacent land use) is inputted and the program provides associated economic values of the trees (overall $ value, gallons of stormwater runoff captured, kWh conserved, CO2 sequestered/captured). Current Status and Next Steps SSS has developed a research project format for the students in cooperation with the educator which serves to reinforce the above activities. Students will develop an infographic to support their research topic, and present a 3-5 minute presentation (early 2015). SSS is designing a graphic tag to attach to 8 of the trees in the park, detailing the benefits of the trees and a few of the associated monetary values. This activity will be completed in late March/early April, and the students will be asked to complete a survey and/or prepare a letter describing their experience in the program (for evaluation purposes). SSS provided further detail on hours contributed to the project and evaluation model to the committee. Action Items: SSS to continue working on the pilot. Update to be provided at the next SPSC meeting. SSS to send students projects to Penetanguishene as requested. 4.5.2 Initial communications with Rob Coulas in mid-October. SSS planning on a tentative meeting for mid-November. SSEA recommended that any discussions for potential projects should be done with the awareness that SSEA provides a water-focused educational unit for schools. Page 123 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Action Item: Update on potential project direction to be provided at next SPSC meeting. 4.6 Municipal Sustainability Training Series: Feasibility Survey 4.6.1 Current Survey Numbers (7) Discussion: Limited participation in the survey has demonstrated that this may not be an appropriate area of focus for SSS at this time. No objections were raised by the committee. 4.6.2 Next Steps 4.6.2.1 Ministry of Natural Resources, Species at Risk Training and Compliance Discussion: SSS had a conversation with Suzanne Robinson from the MNR in late October, 2014. MNR is planning to release an updated list of Species at Risk in our area in late 2014. As part of this, they were hoping to organize a few training sessions, and would be willing to do so in the North Simcoe region in early December or January. MNR would like to (versus a compliance approach) to this proposed event and include information on new and emerging SAR. - Next steps are to determine: Is this of interest to the SPSC and the municipalities?; Specific goals and objectives from our perspective (event outline); Location and timelines (MNR can do early December or early January, so this is a quick turn-around); Event format (length of session, structure, etc.); and Additional partners (MNR had suggested Tim Tully, as he could provide a great introduction to local ecology and natural history). A mid-November meeting was suggested by the Ministry representative if the SPSC was interested in proceeding. Comments by the SPSC were Page 124 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 received that timing was problematic (very tight), and that the event may be better lead by the SSEA, as it meets the activities as included under the SSEA mandate. Recommendation was made to provide SSEA with the information from the conversation and for SSS to focus on other initiatives at this time. Action Item: SSS to contact M. Hudolin from SSEA by Tuesday, November 11 and provide an update on the options as presented from the Ministry representative. SSS will connect with MNR and recommend further communications about the potential event be discussed with SSEA staff. 5.0 Sustainable Severn Sound Program Budget 5.1 Budget Update and Projections (provided at meeting) 5.2 2015-2018 Budget (attached as Item 5.2) Discussion: Budget Update for January to October 2014; currently under budget by $184.31. Budget attached (2015-2019) is as provide to each financial representative. Follow-up was provided (September 19, 2014) to the initial budget letter sent on August 25, 2014. No additional documentation or information was requested. Profit and Loss Budget vs. Actual will be provided at next SPSC meeting. 6.0 Municipal Budget Requests: Updates Letters mailed Monday, August 25, 2014 requesting budget consideration for 2015-2018, overviewing program successes, future goals, and benefits for the municipality in continuing to support the organization. Letter was sent electronically to each SPSC member and other identified municipal contacts on Thursday, August 21, 2014. Each financial representative was contacted on Tuesday, September 16 through September 19 to offer additional support or information for the request (as above). 6.1 City of Orillia 6.2 Town of Midland 6.3 Town of Penetanguishene Page 125 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 6.4 Township of Georgian Bay: Delegation scheduled for Tuesday, December 9 6.5 Township of Springwater: Communications with R. Brindley, CAO, delegation early 2015 6.6 Township of Severn: Approved, Letter dated September 5, 2014 6.7 Township of Oro-Medonte: Delegation scheduled, Wednesday, January 7, 2015 6.7 Township of Tay 6.8 Township of Tiny 6.9 County of Simcoe Action Item(s): If not noted above, SSS is to schedule deputations to support 2015-2018 budget requests and provide respective SPSC members with schedule once confirmed. 7.0 Sustainable Severn Sound Draft Presentation: Copy for Review and Comment (attached as Item 7.0) Discussion: SSS had initially prepared 2 separate presentations (1 to support budget request, 1 to review the Baseline Report). General comments from the committee advised SSS to create one report which outlines the information (as attached), and highlights the report respective to each municipality. The suggestion was made to integrate local tourism and economic development activities with the Sustainability Plan. Action Items: SSS will create the final presentations for councils and provide to SPSC representatives for their review and comment a minimum of 2 weeks prior to scheduled deputation. 8.0 Logo Update: Tagline (attached as Item 8.0) Provided for information. 9.0 SPSC Meeting Schedule for 2015 Provided for information. Thursday, February 5, 2015 11am-1pm Thursday, May 7, 2015 11am-1pm Thursday, August 6, 2015 11am-1pm Thursday, November 5, 2105 11am-1pm Page 126 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 10.0 Other Business/Information Sharing SSEA -2 November 13 from 6:30pm- 8:30pm at the Midland Public Library -Source Protection Plan has been submitted to the Ministry for approval (expected review completion by February 2015, policies by April 30, 2015) -Revised Assessment Report is complete, with implementation funding now available -Collaborative opportunity for SPP spending Penetanguishene -Staff transition with Ted Walker as Acting Chief Administrative Officer -Natural Heritage Study submitted for consideration under 2015 budget -Fuller bike lane completion -Shoreline alterations concern with lack of federal or provincial oversight, topic to Tay -Successful Snapping turtle hatchlings in Triple Bay Road/Hwy 12 area -Images and media available Oro-Medonte -Oro- -G. White will be retiring at the end of December (Many thanks to Glenn for his time and efforts as part of the SPSC. We wish him all the best!) SMDHU -Committee -Credible research connects urban trees to mental and physical health of vulnerable populations Page 127 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 -SMDHU staff may be available to participate on the Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee and offer a health lens for the event Tiny -Closing comment regarding committee appointment and the need for consistency 11.0 Next Meeting Thursday, February 5, 2015 11am-1pm Adjournment Thursday, November 6, 2014 1:45pm Page 128 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 ITEM 2.0 REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC) Meeting Date Thursday, July 31, 2014 Time 11am-2pm Location North Simcoe CFDC, 105 Fourth Street, Midland Attendance Doug Luker Township of Tiny Mara Burton Township of Tay Debra Muenz North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation Kevin Township of Tay (Planning Intern) Jamie Galloway Town of Midland George Bowa City of Orillia Glenn White Township of Oro-Medonte Ron Stevens Township of Severn Tracy Roxborough Sustainable Severn Sound Regrets Jessica Klug Town of Penetanguishene Ray Millar County of Simcoe Wendy Timpano Orillia Area Community Development Corporation Marina Whelan Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit John Barbaro Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Jennifer Schnier Township of Georgian Bay Bob Bowles Lakehead/SSEA/Community Liaison Chris Murray Lakehead University Lois Irvine North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation 1.0 Welcome and Approval of Agenda 10 min The Chair opened the meeting at 11:15am. The agenda was approved with comments from the Sustainability Coordinator (SC) to refer to the expanded agenda (as provided). The SC also noted that information on the Zero Waste Conference and funding available through the Lake Simcoe South- eastern Georgian Bay Community Stewardship Program will be reviewed under Item 9.0. 2.0 Review and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting (May 1, 2014) 20 min 2.1 Update on Action Items Resulting from May 1 Meeting Page 129 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Discussion: SC provided a summary of the Action Items as attached and noted change to minutes (re: confirmed availability of Severn data as part of the Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) data received from SMDHU. SC advised committee that the report has been updated to reflect the addition of the Severn data. Moved by Mara Burton and seconded by Ron Stevens, THAT the minutes from the May 1, 2014 meeting be adopted with minor corrections. Carried. 3.0 Update on Status of 2014 Baseline Report 20 min 3.1 Changes 3.2 Briefing Note 3.3. Next Steps Discussion: The deadline for the review of the baseline report was Tuesday, July 29. Each committee member has been given the opportunity to review the document, and the sub-committees (Environmental Protection and Integrity, Community Well-being and Economic Prosperity) provided independent review of their respective pillars. These changes were applied to create Draft II. Draft II was provided to the full SPSC for review from Thursday, July 3 until Friday, July 25. These comments and changes were made, with a final draft being completed July 30. The final draft will now undergo a design process before distribution to the SPSC on Monday, August 18 for final review (deadline Friday, August 22). The document will be distributed to municipal councils, clerks and department heads by Friday, September 19 at the latest, complete with1 hard copy and 1 digital copy of each of the following: 2014 Baseline Report; Strategic Plan; and Work Plan. Action Item(s) 1. SC to complete design phase for the baseline report by Monday, August 18 and send to SPSC for a final review (deadline for review Friday, August 22). 2. Reviewed document to be sent by SC to councils, SPSC, and clerks by Friday, September 19 with the documents as noted above. 4.0 Sustainable Severn Sound Strategic Plan: Version 1 (Draft) 30 min 4.1 Review and Comments Discussion: SC requested comments on the Draft Strategic Plan from the committee. Explained that the document and the work plan can be used a reference guide for the committee on what Sustainable Page 130 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Severn Sound is focusing on. Committee and SC discussed and agreed that the strategic plan, the work plan and the budget letter should be sent out together by Friday, August 15 for final review by the SPSC, with a deadline of Friday, August 22. Action Item(s) 1. Document to be sent to SPSC by Friday, August 15 for final review and comment by Friday, August 22. 5.0 Sustainable Severn Sound Work Plan: Version 1 (Draft) 30 min 5.1 Review and Comments Discussion: SC requested comments on the Draft Strategic Plan from the committee. Explained that the document and the work plan can be used a reference guide for the committee on what Sustainable Severn Sound is focusing on. Committee and SC discussed and agreed that the strategic plan, the work plan and the budget letter should be sent out together by Friday, August 15 for final review by the SPSC, with a deadline of Friday, August 22. Action Item(s) 1. Document to be sent to SPSC by Friday, August 15 for final review and comment by Friday, August 22. 5.2 Completed Documents (see documents attached as Item 5.2.1, 5.2.1.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.3) Initiative 1: Communication Plan (5.2.1), Stakeholder Letter (5.2.1.1, invitation to participate) Initiative 2: Research Analyst Program Update (5.2.2) Initiative 3: Survey (Draft) to Request Municipal Input on Training Topics (5.2.3) Discussion: SC provided an overview/summary of each initiative as described within the work plan. Initiative 1-6 were fully supported, with adjustments recommended to the municipal input survey (developed to determine the feasibility for a Lunch and Learn Series for municipal staff, offering training or information sessions on sustainability-focused products or ideas; consider connecting with Streets Alive for rain barrel art project (Initiative 5); and potential to work with new Economic Development Officer to fast-track the Sustainable Business Guide. Action Item(s) 1. SC to send the RAP project outline to Georgian College by Wednesday, August 13. Page 131 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 2. Municipal Input survey will be adjusted to include recommendations (would you be i training) and sent to municipal clerks and SPSC members by Thursday, August 21 (deadline for response Friday, September 12). 6.0 Sustainable Severn Sound Proposed 2015-2019 Program Budget (Draft) 20 min Discussion: SC reviewed the budget, provided an overview of the program costs, wage and benefits, as well as any additions to the budget for 2015-2018 (computer/software purchases, printing costs, media and advertising, and graphic design/website services). Another copy of the budget is to be sent with the municipal budget letters to the SPSC for final review and comment. Some discussion was held on budget timelines; deciding that each council is unique, and that the sending of the budget request letters will initiate the process for each council, respectively. Action Item(s) 1. SPSC to review budget letter Friday, August 15 Thursday, August 21 (after the Chairperson has approved a final draft). 7.0 Municipal Budget Request Letter (Draft) 10 min Discussion: SC reviewed the letter with the committee, noting the $8,200.00 ask per municipality with a total 4 year request of $32,800.00 for 2015-2018. No comments were received, SC indicated that the budget letter will be re-sent to the SPSC for review, and the letter provided to municipal treasurers by Friday, August 22. Question was asked if Springwater would be approached to participate in the program, SC referred to the letter as attached (Item 7.2). SC noted that once the deputations to council are scheduled, the presence of the respective SPSC member would be requested during that deputation. Action Item(s) 1. SC to review budget letter and update Springwater letter to include program highlights and invitation to participate in Sustainable Severn Sound. Letters will be sent SPSC Chairperson) by Wednesday, August 6 for his review, comment and approval. 2. SC to provide deputation schedule to SPSC when available. 8.0 Invasive Species Education/Awareness Advertisement with the Weather Network 10 min 8.1 Advertisement Review and Vote Page 132 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Discussion: Advertisements were created and reviewed by the Environmental Protection and Integrity Sub-Committee during their July meeting. Initial approval was received to proceed with the Weather Network Ad, but ensure limited overlap. SC sent an e-mail to 11 campgrounds/trailer parks within the watershed, and received 6 replies. The questions asked if the organization had a firewood policy and if materials/information were available for guests to educate them on forest pests and other invasive guests to buy wood locally or from the organization. Materials had been made available for visitors (booklets, pamphlets and posters). Based on this information, the committee agreed not to proceed with the ad, but are still interested in undertaking a basic education program, beginning with the advertisement created for the proposed Weather Network banner. Comment was received that each municipality has access to local newspaper, and can place the ads on their website or recreational guides. Action Item(s) on or before Friday, August 8 to SPSC representatives and clerks with request to place on website or in newspaper or other relevant publications. 2. SC to complete a schedule (quarterly series) of similar items to be distributed to municipalities by September 26. 9.0 Other Business/Information Sharing 20 min 9.1 Zero Waste Conference August 10 and 11, 2014 Discussion: SC shared media release for the Zero Waste Conference being held at Lakehead University, August 10 and 11. SPSC supported recommendation for the SC to attend the event, approving a cost of $250+HST. SC had contacted organizers to inquire re: not for profit/charitable rate. A summary of the event will be provided to the committee at the next SPSC meeting. 9.2 Lake Simcoe South-eastern Georgian Bay Community Stewardship Program (CSP) Funding Discussion: Multi-year program that provides technical assistance and grants to landowners for a variety of water quality improvement projects. There is a free CSP stewardship workshop being held in the Page 133 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 evening on Wednesday, August 6th in Port McNicoll. Additional stewardship workshops will be held in the next two years. SSEA has posted the following CSP information on the main page of their website: The Lake Simcoe South-eastern Georgian Bay Community Stewardship Program (CSP) is being offered to farm, non-farm, and shoreline landowners with property in the Severn Sound watershed area. The CSP provides education, support, and financial incentives to help implement water quality and other environmental improvement projects. Projects may include: replacement of failed septic systems shoreline erosion control and restoration stream and fisheries improvements farm livestock exclusion fencing & nutrient diversions wetland restoration & enhancement tree & shrub plantings, naturalization projects other water quality improvement initiatives To find out about upcoming CSP workshops, or for more information about the CSP: 705.725.7523 or LSGBCSP@ontario.ca 10.0 Next Meeting/Adjournment Proposed: Thursday, November 6, 2014 11am-1pm Adjourned: 12:46pm Page 134 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Completion Date - Partially (as of 7 1414 APPROVED - February 5, 2015 1414 14 14 -- -- SeptSept - - AugAugOct going 14 Aug 14) - ----- Aug - 182219-(2)20(1)15 - Aug 6 (1)(2)(3)(1) On - 7 with approved minutes representatives in the SSS office September intake, project will (80% have received or taken be resubmitted to January available for Project not selected by ebsite Packages/materials put 14) - SSS w Oct together and - (1)Completed(2)Completed(3)CompletedCompleted going Completed. them as of 8 14 updated Results -- (1)On Aug intake (1)(2) - 6 ACTION ITEMS RESULTING FROM JULY 31, 2014 MEETING For Action By TracyTracyTracyTracyTracyTracy approved d SPSC members d to COA and clerks, with SPSC rep. copied to minutes to clerks for council information Strategic Complete design phase for baseline program coordinator Dan Philips as of Plan and Work Plan for distribution to Send report to SPSC for review and program coordinator as needed (new 14 with a 14 (survey was distribute councils with baseline report on or (2)Continue to communicate with ensure the proper protocols were artner regarding ISAP 14) Review and adjust survey with orward/provide links to each (1)Send document to Program - Baseline Report, May 1 Coordinator for Fall semester Sept - - Aug Forward/provide the ember, connected 9 distribution to clerks an 14 - 14 - by 18 Aug - 14 Aug - final comment (s) - Sept deadline of 22 (3) Complete - consideration by 18 - Action Item municipal p - Aug before 19 materials - report by 21 Sept (1) (1)F (1)(2)(1) 2.0 Review and Approval of 2.1 Update on Action Items Request Municipal Input Lunch and Learn Initiative 3.0 Update on Status of Program with Georgian 5.2.2 Research Analyst 5.2.3 Survey (Draft) to Topics to Support the on Potential Training 2014 Baseline Report Meeting May 1 Minutes from Agenda Item May 1 ITEM 3.0 College from Page 135 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... 14 APPROVED - February 5, 2015 14 14 14 going14 1414 - -- Sept - - -- AugAugOct Nov AugAug - ---- On -24--(2)26(1)1123 66(1)7 (1)(2)(1)(2)(3)(2) responses as - 14 agenda (3)Proposal to committee on 6 d (included with (survey is open awaiting Chairperson reviewsustainability indictor series 14, as supporting documents 14 to shift focus to - Schedule developed Aug - Nov - 7) 14, (1) Letters sent 5 agenda package - ) Sent with 6 going Completed(1)Completed(1)Completed - 14 Oct Complete going - Oct - until 31 -- - (2)On On - 22 Nov of (2)(1)(2)(2)(2) TracyTracyTracyTracycyTracyTracyTracyTracy Tra copy and digital) to SPSC representative to attend Zero Waste Conference and municipal finance representative as ) Review and adjust letters to send to SSS requested a response or SPSC Chairperson for review (deadline schedule schedule and provide to SPSC at next (2)Provide SPSC with summary of the presentation for committee review at Send budget request letters (hard Organize and develop deputation monthly schedule for this process (2)Evaluate survey responses and Complete example deputation additional education/awareness 14) 14 extended the implementation determine program direction - - Aug Nov 14 14 - 14, - 14) each municipality by 8- - next SPSC meeting (6t Nov August 14) Sep - - Sept Aug - - - conference on 6 Nov initiatives by 26 - - (2)Develop bi - - review 15 in Orillia mid action by 29 - meeting (6 followed, identified (1)SSS for (1)2)(1)(2) ( 9.1 Zero Waste Conference 2019 Program Budget (Draft) Education/Awareness 7.0 Municipal Budget Request Letter (Draft) 8.1 Invasive Species - 6.0 Proposed 2015 Advertisement Page 136 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 ITEM 4.1 SUMMARY FROM ZERO WASTE CONFERENCE ZWC,AWS ERO ASTE ONFERENCE CCELERATING ASTE OLUTIONS Date Monday, August 11, 2014 Location Lakehead University, Orillia Organizer City of Orillia, Waste and Environmental Management Advisory Committee Sponsors/Supporters Beer Store, Georgian College, Honda, Orsi Group, Lakehead University, Progressive Waste Solutions, Twin lakes Conservation Club, Novani, County of Simcoe Actium, Baleen Group, Solid waste and Recycling Magazine, Boating Ontario, Recycling Council of Ontario Welcome by Mayor Angelo Orsi conference will increase awareness of waste issues in Orillia provide community leaders with information on best practices and other strategies to help reduce waste within the community AM Keynote Speaker Jo-Anne St. Godard, Executive Director, Recycling Council of Ontario A Zero Waste R -Overview of RCO and their programs (HW Management, 3R Certified Program, Auditing of Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Waste Diversion Rates) -IC&I currently stalled at 24% diversion (why?) Material too complex, expensive, lifecycle, toxicity, hazards, public pressure o -Lack of oversight in auditing of IC&I sector province-wide -Some municipalities are defining waste management priorities and expectations to potential businesses (i.e. Owen Sound, By-law 2006-01) Page 137 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Panel: Creating and Implementing Rules/Policies to Accelerate Zero Waste Solutions (choice of attendance*) David McRobert Environmental Lawyer Guy Crittenden Editor, Solid Waste & Recycling Magazine *Liz Benneian Environmental Advocate, Founder of Ontario Zero Waste Coalition Past president of Oakvillegreen Conservation Association and Founder of a number of organizations including: the 22-member Ontario Zero Waste Coalition, the 14-member Stop the Escarpment Highway Coalition and the four-member Trumpeter Swan Coalition Oakvillegreen, successfully fought plans to build an incinerator in Halton, convinced the Province to turn 675 acres slated for development into two new conservation areas, stopped plans to put a paved pathway through a critical migratory bird stopover area and secured a bylaw to stop developers from clear cutting trees Discussion developed around individual success stories Isaul Lopez Business Development Specialist, BASF Canada; Board Member, Compost Council of Canada PM Keynote Speaker Dr. Paul Connett, Author of "The Zero Waste Solution" Practical Zero Waste Solutio What is working? Nova Scotia Through the Environment Act and the Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act (EGSPA), the Nova Scotia Government committed to maintaining a goal of 50% waste diversion and to reach a target for waste disposal of no more than 300 kilograms per person per year (kg/per/yr)by the year 2015 How? Recognition of solid waste as a resource Equitable and consistent enforcement of regulations Greater emphasis on public education and awareness Shared responsibility and stewardship Regional cooperation to achieve diversion targets and objectives for environmental protection, taking into account municipal concerns Page 138 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Development of the Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB supports businesses who manufacture new products from waste. It also delivers province-wide education programs for schools and the general public.) How can we continue to improve waste reduction efforts? 10 steps to zero waste http://derryair.eu/zero-waste-resources/ten-steps-to-zero-waste/ 1. Source Separation 6. Waste Reduction Initiatives (i.e. 2. Door to Door Collection refillable containers for non-toxic 3. Composting cleaners, shampoo, soaps, common 4. Recycling beverages such as juice, water, milk, 5. Reuse, Repair and Community etc) Center (i.e Urban Ore Eco Park, 7. Economic Incentives Berkley, California which grosses 8. Residual Separation and Research over 3 million per year, close to 30 Centre (i.e. Nova Scotia) full-time employees or Recycle 9. Better Industrial Design North, Vermont) 10. Temporary Landfill Panel: Achieving Excellence In Waste Reduction - Zero Waste Strategies In Action Brian Zeiler-Kligman Director, Sustainability, Eduarda Calado Project Coordinator, Greening Strategy, St. Claudia Marsales Senior Manager of Waste & Environmental Management for the City of Markham *Renée L. Gratton Founder of the Construction Resource Initiatives Council (CRI) (http://www.cricouncil.com/?page_id=84) Founding Director of the National Zero Waste Council, under which she is establishing the Construction and Building Work Group Member of UNEP-Sustainable Building and Climate Initiative Material Technical Committee Winner of the MIT Climate CoLab 2013 Waste Management Contest Wasting building materials which could be reused, recycled or recovered for energy increases landfill stress and demand, resulting in negative environmental, economic and social impacts; it also increases demand for new building materials and their respective Life Cycle Impacts Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is used to assess the environmental performance of materials, assemblies and even whole structures over Page 139 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 the course of their entire lives, from extraction through manufacturing, transportation, installation, use, maintenance and disposal or recycling. Impacts are measured in terms of a wide range of potential effects, such as: Fossil fuel depletion Other non-renewable resource use Water use Global warming potential Stratospheric ozone depletion Ground level ozone (smog) creation Neutrification/eutrophication of water bodies Acidification and acid deposition (dry and wet) Toxic releases to air, water and land CRI has developed Mission 2030 Pledge Initiative which sets out a framework to build policies that will help the building industry sector to change how it views and deals with waste and recoverable resources Partners (taken the pledge), include Brookfield Johnson Controls CSV Architects, Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI), Econstruction Option, Erskine Dredge and Associates Architects, Greening Homes, IOWAT, Merkley Supply-Ottawa, Minto Communities, Modern Niagara-Ottawa, Sedun & Kanerva Architects Inc., and GTA Canada Green Building Council Summary Series of brainstorming sessions after the keynotes, suggestions included: Institute a deposit on all beverage containers, as beer containers have a 94 percent -refund system (while just 40 percent of other containers, including soft drinks and water bottles, are returned through curbside recycling programs) Ban the incineration of municipal waste and a call to standardize recycling practice across municipalities Support the passage of provincial legislation designed to shift the cost of waste management from municipalities onto producers Since 2006, the provincial government has promised to move Ontario toward a zero waste future, yet the legislation needed to kick-start the new era has been stalled Heightened enforcement of waste diversion programs and the mandated use of clear garbage bags Ban the plastic bag (retail) Page 140 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 An interim landfill for biologically stabilized dirty organic fraction and non-recyclable fraction Success Stories San Francisco (Pop. 850,000, successful 78% waste diversion in 2011) Italy (over 200 communities currently achieving over 70% diversion) Salerno (near Naples, Pop. 145,000 18% to 72% in one year) Next Steps Discussion with local Zero Waste Advocates to review action items from the event and determine priorities and if a local action team is needed Sustainable Severn Sound has been invited to participate in those discussions Page 141 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 CONSERVATION SPEAKER SERIES: EVENT COMMITTEE TERMS OF REFERENCE, NOVEMBER 2014 Created to evaluate and work towards successful delivery of a suite of speaker events that raise awareness of the environment, nature and conservation movement and increase community engagement with Sustainable Severn Sound. This is a one year committee through to January 2016. Tasks will include but will not be limited to: Evaluate existing and new ideas for the Conservation Speaker Series; Prioritize the list of ideas against various criteria and create cohesive program of events for 2015; Advise upon and assist in event planning for individual event(s); Work within an agreed timeline and be responsible for completion of tasks; and Provide information to feed into a potential long-term event strategy for Sustainable Severn Sound. COMPOSITION Up to eight seats, inclusive of at least two Sustainability Plan Steering Committee members (SPSC) or proxy. The six seats remaining will be made available to selected stakeholders and interested community members. S-C UBOMMITTEES The Conservation Speaker Series Event Committee (CSSEC) may convene sub- committees to deal with specific issues relating to an event and invited participants are not required to be members of the Committee. TERM All positions on this committee are for a single year term, starting in January 2015 and reaching completion in January 2016. Positions will be presented to the SPSC in November 2014, and invitations to participate sent to organizations identified by Sustainable Severn Sound and approved by the SPSC. Sustainable Severn Sound P.O. Box 8 105 Fourth Street Midland, ON L4R 4K6 705.526.1371 x.112 Page 142 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 CHAIR A chair and an alternate are chosen from among the representatives at the first meeting. Both remain full voting members. RECORDING Meeting notes will be completed and submitted to the CSSEC and SPSC within 10 days of a committee meeting. MEETINGS A minimum of 2 meetings through January and February 2015, in order to create the event plan. Following this, meetings will be held bi-monthly in the second week of the month. Additional meetings may be called if required. QUORUM Consists of three committee members. EXPECTATIONS All members are expected to: attend a minimum of 70 percent of meetings each year; review distributed material before the meeting and proactively engage; and RSVP to the Sustainability Coordinator in regards to meeting requests. Sustainable Severn Sound P.O. Box 8 105 Fourth Street Midland, ON L4R 4K6 705.526.1371 x.112 Page 143 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 ITEM 4.4 RESEARCH ANALYST PROGRAM Project Information Sheet, September 2014 April 2015 Organization: Sustainable Severn Sound Contact Person: Tracy Roxborough, Sustainability Coordinator Email: tracy@sustainablesevernsound.ca Phone: 705.526.1371 x.112 Provide a brief description of your organization (and/or department): Sustainable Severn Sound is an organization created in 2010 by the 9 watershed municipalities (City of Orillia, Towns of Midland and Penetanguishene, Townships of Georgian Bay, Springwater, Severn, Oro-Medonte, Tiny and Tay). We work closely with additional partners, including North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation, Orillia Area Community Development Corporation, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit and individual community representatives and groups within the Severn Sound watershed. There are 4 main roles of Sustainable Severn Sound; (1) to work with the partners to promote and implement the plan, (2) recognize the sustainable initiatives and achievements of our community as a whole, (3) provide support (administrative and leadership), and (4) formally report on the progress being made on the plan. Provide a brief description of the research / evaluation work you are interested in having Research Analyst students be involved in: In support of its overall aim to further sustainability within the Severn Sound watershed, Sustainable Severn Sound would like to utilize the skills offered through the RAP to develop/design a survey to help target and support initiatives which may result in more sustainable behaviours. The survey results may provide a detailed understanding of the values and attitudes of the residents living in the watershed in relation to sustainability, and also provide the opportunity to recognize the successes of the community in regard to sustainable practices. Questions could include level of understanding of sustainability and sustainable practices, practices as they relate to water, waste and energy, civic pride, volunteerism, personal finances and opinion questions- such as should economic growth take precedence over environmental protection? This survey would be delivered every 4-5 years to identify trends and changes in the behaviours and practices of the community. By what date are results desired? Summer / Fall 2015 (flexible) Are there funds available to support costs associated with the project? Some (to be discussed) Are there any specific research tools or software that you require students to use? No Does your organization require students to submit their proposal to a Research Ethics Board? No Other project details: completed in 2008 to aid in the development of the Severn Sound Sustainability Plan and is available for reference/review. It was completed to identify what the community valued about the watershed. The focus now would be to determine what practices the community is undertaking, and what practices they are willing to alter/change (or gaps that may exist). For more information, contact: Dan Phillips M.A., B.Math Coordinator, Post Graduate Research Analyst Program Georgian College One Georgian Drive, Barrie, ON L4M 3X9 e-mail: Dan.Phillips@GeorgianCollege.ca v-mail: (705)-728-1968 ext 1869 / 6213 Page 144 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 Page 145 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 ITEM 5.2 SUSTAINABLE SEVERN SOUND PROGRAM BUDGET 2015-2019 Sustainable Severn Sound20152016201720182019 REVENUE TOTAL REVENUE$ 73,800 44444A44444444444A44444444444A44444444444444444A4444A4444444 EXPENSES ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM COSTS OFFICE EXPENSES MEETINGS WAGE COSTS TOTAL EXPENSES$ 70,958 44444A44444444444A44444444444A44444444444A444444444A4444444 NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)$ 2,842$ (72,345)$ (51,466) 4444444A444444444444A444444444444A44444 END CASH BALANCE$ 73,219$ 874$ 874 44444A44444444444A44444444444A444444 IN-KIND CONTRIBUTION TOTAL PROJECT VALUE (EXPENSES AND IN-KIND)$ 76,898 44444A44444444444A44444444444A44444444444A444444444A4444444 Page 146 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Page 147 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Page 148 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Page 149 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... 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Biodiversity and Species at Risk Awareness Strategic Initiatives Municipal Sustainability Education Community Sustainability Survey Page 157 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Resource Guide Sustainable Meeting and Event Policy Strategic Initiatives Water Conservation Business Sustainability Page 158 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... Page 159 of 191 12.b) Sustainability Plan Steering Committee (SPSC), Minutes... APPROVED - February 5, 2015 ITEM 8.0 LOGO UPDATE (TAGLINE) Page 160 of 191 13.a) Correspondence received from Orillia & Area Physician ... Page 161 of 191 13.b) Correspondence from the City of Belleville re: 2015 OS... 2015 OSUM Conference and Trade Show "Building Better Communities" April 29 - May 1, 2015 City of Belleville Page 162 of 191 13.b) Correspondence from the City of Belleville re: 2015 OS... Page 163 of 191 13.b) Correspondence from the City of Belleville re: 2015 OS... Page 164 of 191 13.c) Correspondence dated December 8, 2014 from Brandon Amy... Page 165 of 191 13.d) Correspondence dated February 7, 2015 from Jack & Luba... Page 166 of 191 13.d) Correspondence dated February 7, 2015 from Jack & Luba... Page 167 of 191 13.d) Correspondence dated February 7, 2015 from Jack & Luba... Page 168 of 191 13.d) Correspondence dated February 7, 2015 from Jack & Luba... Page 169 of 191 13.e) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Sharon Goe... Page 170 of 191 13.e) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Sharon Goe... Page 171 of 191 13.f) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Cindy Hood... Page 172 of 191 13.f) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Cindy Hood... Page 173 of 191 13.f) Correspondence dated February 18, 2015 from Cindy Hood... Page 174 of 191 13.g) Correspondence received from Katie Howson, Subwatershe... Page 175 of 191 13.g) Correspondence received from Katie Howson, Subwatershe... Lynn Dollin, Source Protection Committee Chair Ben Longstaff, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Katie Howson, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Scott McLeod, Township of Clearview Page 176 of 191 15.a) By-Law No. 2015-040: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Municipal Act, 2001,S.O. 2001 Page 177 of 191 15.a) By-Law No. 2015-040: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 178 of 191 15.a) By-Law No. 2015-040: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 179 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13, as amended Page 180 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 181 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 182 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 183 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 184 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 185 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 186 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 187 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 188 of 191 15.b) By-Law No. 2015-041: A By-law to Authorize the Executi... Page 189 of 191 15.c) By-Law No. 2015-043: A By-Law to Amend By-Law No. 2014... Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25 Page 190 of 191 18.a) By-Law No. 2015-039: Being a By-Law to Confirm the Pro... Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, C. 25, as amended Page 191 of 191