04 17 2024 Special Council Agenda The Township of Oro-Medonte
Special Council Meeting Agenda
c Electronic Hybrid Meeting
Township of Wednesday, April 17, 2024
3:00 p.m. - Open Session
Proud Heritage,Exciting Future Closed Session following Item 3
Open Session immediately following Closed
Session
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1. Call to Order - Reading of Land Acknowledgement:
The Township of Oro-Medonte acknowledges that we are situated on the
traditional land of the Anishnaabek (A- nish- in- aa- beh) people, and
ancestral territory of the Huron-Wendat. The Anishnaabek include the Odawa
[Oh-DAH-wah], Ojibwe [O-jib-we] and Pottawatomi [boh-tah-WAH-toh-mee]
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nations, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy. It continues
today as the home for diverse Indigenous Peoples including the historic
M6tis Community in Penetanguishene.
The Anishnaabek people continue to have an enduring relationship with this
land, specifically the Chippewas of Rama First Nation, the Chippewa Tri-
Council and the Williams Treaties First Nations. The Huron-Wendat Nation
also continues to pay respect and protect their ancestors and heritage on this
land. We honour the Indigenous history and culture that has thrived for
millennia in this territory and the Treaties that bind us together as partners in
the spirit of a shared sustainable and prosperous future. We are all Treaty
People. Our commitment begins with acknowledging the Truth so that we
can move forward together towards Reconciliation.
2. Adoption of Agenda:
a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest:
4. Closed Session Items:
a) Motion to go In Closed Session.
b) Motion to Rise and Report.
c) Yvonne Aubichon, Clerk, Blair Smith and Tim Hewitt, Smith & Hewitt Real
Estate Team re: Proposed or Pending Acquisition or Disposition of Land by
the Municipality or Local Board (Decommissioned Fire Halls - 1904 Old
Barrie Road East (Rugby), 375 Line 11 South (Hawkestone)).
5. Open Forum:
The Open Forum provides an opportunity for the public to provide verbal
comments to Council, in Open Session, on matters scheduled on the current
agenda. Refer to Procedural By-Law No. 2023-043 for additional
information.
6. Reports of Municipal Officers for Action:
4 - 15 a) DS2024-047, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects re:
Remove Holding Provision on Eagles Rest Estates Plan of Subdivision,
Application Nos. 2024-ZBA-02 and 2013-SUB-01.
DS2024-047
16 - 23 b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects re:
City of Barrie Proposed Boundary Expansion — Request for Provincial Land
and Development Facilitator Mediation.
DS2024-048
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DS2024-048 Schedule 1
7. By-Laws:
24 - 25 a) 2024-041: A By-law to remove the Holding symbol on lands described as
follows: Part of the East and West Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3, Part of Lot
5, Concession 4, Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 3 and 4
(Oro) Roll # 4346-010-002-03800 2024-ZBA-02 (Eagles Rest Estates Inc.).
By-law 2024-041
8. Confirmation By-Law:
26 a) 2024-043: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council
meeting held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
2024-043
9. Adjournment:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
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Staff Report Proud Heritage, Exciting Futrn•e
To: Council
From: George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects
Meeting Date: April 17, 2024
Report No.: DS2024-047
Subject: Remove Holding Provision on Eagles Rest Estates Plan of
Subdivision, Application Nos. 2024-ZBA-02 and 2013-SUB-01
Type: Requires Action
Motion No.:
Recommendation
It is recommended:
1. That Report No. DS2024-047 regarding Zoning By-law Amendment Application
2024-ZBA-02 to remove the "Holding" provision applying to lands municipally
known as the Eagles Rest Estates Subdivision, Township of Oro-Medonte, be
received and adopted;
2. That By-law No. 2024-041 to remove the Holding Provision applying to a portion
of the lands in the Eagles Rest Estates subdivision development be considered by
Council;
3. That the applicant be advised of the decision under the Director, Development
Services signature.
Background
The proposed Eagles Rest Estates subdivision is located on lands legally described as
Concessions 3 and 4 (Oro), Part Lot 5, RP; 51 R37221, Parts 3 and 4, Township of Oro-
Medonte on the north side of Bass Lake Sideroad West, between Line 2 North and Line
3 North. The property comprising 45.77 hectares (113.10 acres) of land and is known
historically as the Edgar Adult Occupational Centre. A staff report on the status of the
subdivision, including a chronology, was brought to the March 6, 2024, Development
Services Committee meeting.
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The proposed Eagles Rest Estates development is to be comprised of 208 single
detached residential lots and 14 blocks (see Schedules 1 and 2 for Location Map and
2022 Draft M-Plan).
The property is currently zoned Residential One Exception 319 Holding [R1* 319(H)]
Zone, Residential One Exception 320 Holding [R1* 320(H)] Zone, Open Space (OS)
Zone and Open Space Exception 263 (OS* 263), under Zoning By-law 95-95, as
amended.
The "Holding" provision or "H" designation was put in place to ensure that the
Plan of Subdivision for the Eagles Rest Estates development has received final
approval from the Township and has been registered on title, the related Subdivision
Agreement has been executed and registered, and the Township has received all
transfers, payments and securities identified in the agreement.
Once a by-law approving the removal or lifting of the "Holding" provision has been
approved by Council and the agreement and M-Plan Registered, the Chief Building
Official will be able to issue building permits, subject to meeting the Township's
requirements and the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the terms of the
executed subdivision agreement.
Analysis
The Eagles Rest Subdivision has been the subject of considerable discussion between
the applicant and the Township for more than three years, including an appeal to the
Ontario Land Tribunal of the Draft Plan of Subdivision conditions in September 2023.
This appeal, however, was not pressed by the developer in a final effort to resolve
matters locally. Through detailed discussions between staff and developer
representatives, and the review of multiple submissions over the past six months, all the
requirements listed in the Subdivision Agreement for final approval have been
addressed to the satisfaction of staff.
Attached to this report is Schedule 4 which is a list of subdivision pre-execution
requirements including, satisfying all draft plan conditions, the preparation of a
subdivision agreement satisfactory to the Township, and the creation of plan of
subdivision that meets the Township's specifications.
The Subdivision Agreement, including the two Municipal Responsibility Agreements
(MRAs) covering the provision and operation of water and wastewater services has
been executed by both parties, the plan of subdivision (M-Plan) has been approved,
and the securities that the Township currently holds for the pre-servicing agreement are
to be allocated to the subdivision agreement upon registration.
Securities required for the pre-servicing works total $8,724,933.97 and were used to
guarantee the completion of all required site works in the event the development did not
proceed to subdivision registration. The developer has completed the majority of the
servicing work covered under the pre-servicing agreement and the approved
engineering plans and permits from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and
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Parks (MECP) have been obtained. To ensure the completion of the balance of the
subdivision works in accordance with the approved plans, $6,778,352 in security will be
retained. This is intended to reduce the risk that the work will not be completed prior to
formal Municipal assumption.
When the draft plan of subdivision was approved, Forty-two (42) draft plan conditions
were imposed and required to be fulfilled prior to final registration. The developer has
actively worked to fulfill the conditions of approval and obtain the necessary agency
clearances so that the registration of the subdivision could proceed.
All conditions required to be satisfied prior to the execution of the Agreement have been
addressed. The remainder of conditions pertain to copies of the executed agreement
being forwarded to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks and the
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority.
It is anticipated that the registration process may take several weeks to process and
finalize. This is a technical legal process involving lawyers from the Township and
Developer and the registry office to ensure all matters are addressed.
Even though one of the conditions in lifting the "Holding" provision indicates that the
subdivision agreement and M-Plan have to be registered, staff are of the view that once
both parties have executed the agreements and the developer has paid all applicable
fees (taxes, consulting fees etc..) and posted securities, the "Holding" provision is no
longer necessary. The Developer is anxious for the "Holding" provision to be lifted as it
will enable the issuance of conditional building permits to the Home Builders that will be
constructing the homes on the subject lands.
It is important to note that the lifting of the "Holding" provision at this time does not
relieve the Developer of the requirement to register the subdivision on the subject lands
as registration is required to create the proposed lots and blocks for conveyance to
purchasers. Until that happens, the lands are considered to be one parcel and will be
until such time as the Subdivision is registered on title.
This provides assurance to the Township that the lifting of the "Holding" provision will
not result in any additional liability for the Township. This is further reinforced in the
issuance of conditional permits, which are issued entirely at the risk of the Home
Builders.
Financial/Legal Implications/Risk Management
On September 5, 2023, the developer appealed the subject Draft Plan of Subdivision
application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) pursuant to Section 51(43) of the
Planning Act due to Council's failure to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision. The
developer subsequently placed the appeal on hold to allow for the approval process to
take place. There are potential financial and legal implications depending on the
outcome of decisions and whether the pending appeal is processed in its' entirety or
withdrawn.
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If the Township and Developer do not register the Subdivision Agreement and
Subdivision Plan on the lands, Township and Developer could face legal action by the
builders and the purchasers of homes in the subdivision.
Policies/Legislation
• Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13
• Township of Oro-Medonte Official Plan
Corporate Strategic Priorities
In December 2023, Council adopted the Township's Corporate Strategic Plan 2024-
2027. The application is consistent with the following Plan priority:
• Well Planned Development
Consultations
• Director, Development Services
• Director, Environmental Services
• Manager, Development Engineering
• Manager, Planning Services
• Chief Building Official
• Manager, Infrastructure and Capital Projects
• Township Solicitor (Russell, Christie, LLP)
Background and Relevant Reports
- Staff Report dated March 6, 2024 Link to Report
Attachments
Schedule 1: Location Map
Schedule 2: Draft Plan of Subdivision
Schedule 3: Proposed By-law to Remove the Holding Provision
Schedule 4: Memorandum-Pre-Execution Requirements of the Subdivision Agreement
Conclusion
This is a legacy planning file that dates back to 2013. There has been a concerted
effort by all parties since September 2023 to address the requirements for the
Subdivision Agreement to be registered, including, clearing all draft plan conditions,
finalizing the Subdivision Agreement and Municipal Responsibility Agreements,
provision of securities, and finalize the Subdivision Plan. These have all been
completed to the satisfaction of both parties. All that remains is the registration of the
agreements, related instruments, and the subdivision plan. This is a legal technical
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process that will take time. Staff is of the opinion that it is appropriate for Council to
consider enacting a by-law to remove the "Holding" provision associated with the Eagles
Rest Estates subdivision.
Respectfully submitted:
George Vadeboncoeur, RPP, Manager, Planning Special Projects April 9, 2024
Approvals: Date:
Andy Karaiskakis, RPP, Manager of Planning Services April 9, 2024
Kamil Burdyna, Manager, Development Engineering April 11, 2024
Michelle Jakobi, Director, Environmental Services April 10, 2024
Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services April 15, 2024
Robin Dunn, CAO April 15-2024
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Schedule 3: Proposed By-law to Remove the Holding Provision
By-Law No. 2024-041
A By-law to remove the Holding symbol
On lands described as follows:
Part of the East and West Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3,
Part of Lot 5, Concession 4,
Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 3 and 4 (Oro)
Roll #4346-010-002-03800
2024-ZBA-02 (Eagles Rest Estates Inc.)
Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte is empowered to
pass By-laws to remove a Holding provision pursuant to Section 36 of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.P.13;
And Whereas the Owner has made application to remove the holding provision with respect to
the lands legally described as Part of the East and West Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3,
Part of Lot 5, Concession 4, Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 3 and 4(Oro) in
the Eagles Rest Estates Subdivision:
And Whereas Council now deems it appropriate to remove the Holding provision applying to
the subject lands;
Now Therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby enacts
as follows:
1. Schedule 'A15' to Zoning By-law 97-95, as amended, is hereby further amended by
changing the zone symbol applying to the lands located in Part of the East and West
Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3, Part of Lot 5, Concession 4, Part of the Road Allowance
between Concessions 3 and 4, Geographic Township of Oro, Township of Oro-Medonte,
County of Simcoe, from the Residential One Exception 319 Holding (R1*319(H))Zone and
the Residential One Exception 320 Holding (R1*320(H)) Zone to Residential One Exception
319 (R1*319)Zone and the Residential One Exception 320 (R1*320)Zone, as shown on
Schedule "A" attached and forming part of this By-law.
2. Schedule "A" attached to By-law No. 2024-041 is declared to form a part of this By-law-
3. This By-law shall come into effect upon the date of passage hereof, subject to the
provisions of the Planning Act, as amended.
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Schedule 'A'
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Schedule 4: Memorandum-Pre-Execution Requirements of the Subdivision
Agreement
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To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services
Date: April 17, 2024
Subject: Eagles Rest Subdivision Agreement Execution
Mayor and Members of Council,
The developer of the Eagles Rest subdivision has been diligently working to satisfy
conditions of approval through the preparation of a Subdivision Agreement, Municipal
Responsibility Agreements (Water and Wastewater), obtain Environmental Compliance
Approvals, complete engineering reports/plans, and have undertaken significant site
works through an approved pre-servicing agreement under the authority of By-law
2021-091.
The purpose of this memo is to provide Council information on the steps taken to satisfy
specific conditions of approval along with pre-execution subdivision agreement clauses
that have been met to facilitate the execution of the subdivision agreement which is
needed to register the subdivision agreement and M-Plan.
Subdivision Agreement Pre-Execution Clauses that have been satisfied include the
following:
Land Ownership — Verification that the lands are registered to the owner in fee simple
of the lands described in Schedule "A" and that there will be no encumbrances
registered against the said lands have been submitted by the developer via
correspondence dated April 15, 2024.
Taxes — All Township tax bills issued/outstanding against said lands have been paid by
the developer whom is in good standing as of April 15, 2024.
Deeds and Easements — All Deeds and Easements are required as per Schedule "C"
of the Subdivision Agreement executed by the developer on April 15, 2024, as well as
Certification from the Developer's solicitor that the Transfer/Deeds and Easements shall
provide the Township with good title, free and clear from all encumbrances.
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Cash Deposits, Development Charges and Security — All required cash deposits,
development charges, cash-in-lieu of parkland and securities have been paid to the
Township as required by Schedules "D", "F" and "H" of the subdivision agreement and
verified by the Director of Development Services on April 15, 2024. Securities in the
amount of $6,778,352 currently in the Township's possession will be allocated to the
subdivision agreement to ensure that the development is constructed to applicable
standards as per approved reports and plans.
Insurance Certificate — Required insurance certificate dated April 15, 2024 has been
filed with the Township, confirming those coverages specifically set out in Section 4.10
within the executed subdivision agreement.
Postponement Mortgage/Charge — Postponement Mortgage/Charge will be filed with
the Township's solicitor prior to registration as per the executed subdivision agreement.
Developer's Consulting Engineer— Letter of Retention has been submitted by the
developer to ensure that each Consulting Engineer is experienced in the field of
Municipal Services for the Developer. Letter dated April 15, 2024 has been filed
confirming the terms of Engineer's retainer.
Lot Sizes and Retaining Location of Retaining Wall — Frontage and Area
requirements for lot sizes were verified August 16, 2023, by municipal planning staff. In
addition, a certificate from an Ontario Land Surveyor — J. D. Barnes Limited dated April
15, 2024 has been submitted along with an updated certificate dated April 15, 2024
confirming that the retaining walls fronting on municipal property are entirely located on
private property.
Engineering Plans, Details and Specifications — The developer has supplied to the
Township, those Plans and Specifications necessary to identify the engineering design
aspects of the proposed development, found in the Township of Oro-Medonte
Development Engineering Policies Process and Design Standards in effect at the time
of signing of the Subdivision Agreement and identified within the applicable Schedules
and have received an acknowledgment of conformity with design concepts from the
Township via the following letters of acceptance:
- Letter prepared by the Manager of Development Engineering dated November 3,
2023 verifying that all submitted drawings have been prepared in accordance
with the Township of Oro-Medonte Engineering Standards.
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- Municipal Responsibility Agreement (water and wastewater) accepted by
Environmental Services on April 11, 2024 and executed by the developer on April
15, 2024.
- In an e-mail dated February 15, 2024, the Ministry of Environment Conservation
and Parks outlined the requirements for the non-municipal year-round drinking
water system for the Eagles Rest Subdivision, which have been incorporated into
the MRA for the drinking water system.
Mylar Drawings/M-Plan — Final M-Plan prepared by J.D Barnes Limited dated April 15,
2024 has been submitted for execution and My-lar Drawings are to be submitted for
registration.
Electrical Distribution Utility — Electrical Utility Plans have been supplied to the
Township for approval, those plans necessary to identify the electrical distribution
system, power supply to each lot, building or unit and street lighting requirements, as
per the Township of Oro-Medonte Development Engineering Policies Process and
Design Standards in effect at the time of signing of the Subdivision Agreement and
specifications for an Electrical Distribution Utility provider has been confirmed as of
November 2022 and installed via pre-servicing agreement under Council By-law 2021-
091:
• The utility provider has been informed of the project and have reviewed the
development plans.
• Satisfactory arrangements have been made with utility provider for servicing the
subdivision without expense or obligation on the part of the Township.
• Easement requirements, if any.
Canada Post / Community Mail Boxes — The developer has made arrangements for
the provision of community mailboxes in accordance with Canada Post Standards
without expense or obligation on the part of the Township as per letter received from
Canada Post dated October 11, 2023.
Fire Chief Approval —Email dated April 12, 2024 has been obtained from the Fire Chief
of the Township confirming and approving of the proposed plans for fire protection, and
specifying any hydrants, or other equipment, or appurtenances required.
Approvals — have obtained and filed with the Township, confirmation of approvals from
the following, as required at law or under this Agreement for subdivision registration:
• Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks via email dated
February 15, 2024.
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Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport via letter dated March 31, 2014
and March 23, 2022.
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority via letter dated March 14, 2024.
Township of Oro-Madone Memo dated April 15, 2024
Simcoe County District School Board via letter dated August 16, 2023.
Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board via letter dated September
15, 2023.
Electrical Distribution Authority (Hydro One) via agreement November 2022
Canada Post via letter dated October 11, 2023.
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority — A letter dated March 14, 2024 from the
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority confirming that the Developer shall carry
out all the works and recommendations required by the Nottawasaga Valley
Conservation Authority.
The above noted conditions and pre-execution clauses have been addressed to the
satisfaction of staff through comprehensive technical reviews and ongoing collaboration
with the developer, which will result in the full execution of the required subdivision
agreement as per the authority provided under By-law 2021-133.
As a result of the above, the proposed by-law to lift the Holding `H' provision on the
subdivision is properly before Council for consideration.
Respectively Submitted,
Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services April 15, 2024
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Township o�
Staff Report Proud Heritage, Exciting Future
To: Council
From: George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects
Meeting Date: April 17, 2024
Report No.: DS2024-048
Subject: City of Barrie Proposed Boundary Expansion — Request for
Provincial Land and Development Facilitator Mediation
Type: Requires Action
Motion No.:
Recommendation
1. That Report No. DS2024-048 be received and adopted.
2. That Council authorize staff to contact the Office of the Provincial Land and
Development Facilitator to request assisted mediation regarding the City of
Barrie request to expand their municipal boundary into Oro-Medonte in
accordance and consistent with direction provided by Council for Oro-Medonte
through Motion No. C240214-10.
3. That Council direct staff to prepare options for Council's consideration prior to
meeting with the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator that are in keeping
with Council's position and Minister Calandra's direction.
Background
The purpose of this report is to obtain direction to request the assistance of the
Provincial Land and Development Facilitator for mediation regarding the City of Barrie's
request for a Municipal Boundary expansion.
The Provincial Land and Development Facilitator's role is to help the Province,
municipalities, developers, businesses and community groups resolve issues related to
growth management, land use and infrastructure planning, and environmental
protection by providing impartial facilitation services or by acting as a negotiator on
behalf of the Province.
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City of Barrie Proposal
On November 8, 2023, Mayor Nuttall
from the City of Barrie presented his
° proposal to Oro-Medonte Council to
expand the City of Barrie municipal
boundary into the Township for the
provision of employment lands.
.......... The requested municipal boundary
expansion into the Township of Oro-
Medonte would include lands east of
Penetanguishene Road, south of Gore
Road, west of Line 1 South and north of
the Shanty Bay rural settlement area.
The area comprises approximately 772
hectares (1,907.65 acres) of land shown
below and consists of active farmland
and environmentally sensitive features.
Oro-Medonte Lands Schedule 2
/iPched -� The Township's new Official Plan
Schedule A Landuse Approved O/V,, Ileel"wel'. p
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Ertpbymem Area designates 221.7 hectares (231.7
Ckft1 N"°' �m
ural R acres) of the lands "Agricultural", 309.77
hectares (309.77 acres) as
"Greenlands", 223.68 hectares (552.72 acres) as "Rural" and 5.59 hectares (13.81
acres) as "Employment Area".
The subject lands primarily consist of actively farmed agricultural land that is considered
a prime agricultural area within the new Oro-Medonte Official Plan. Prime Agricultural
Areas generally consist of Class 1-3 lands as per Canadian Land Inventory (CLI), which
is exceptional for farming purposes.
There are several watercourses that traverse the area and a significant portion of the
subject lands are regulated by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA).
There is also a significant portion of the lands within the floodplain as defined by the
Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) that are regulated by the NVCA.
There is an area adjacent to the existing residential neighbourhood in Barrie shown on
the map that is subject to Policy 2.6.11 of the new Oro-Medonte Official Plan. This
policy is intended to establish agricultural policies in locales throughout the Township
that abut urban development within neighbouring municipalities.
Township Response
On January 18, 2024, Mayor Greenlaw, Deputy Mayor Lavoie, and Township
Representatives met with Minister Calandra to discuss the City of Barrie's proposal and
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the Township's concerns. The Minister indicated that municipalities and upper tiers of
government are expected to work cooperatively together to reach fair and amicable
partnerships regarding provincial housing and employment needs as well as municipal
priorities.
On February 14, 2024, Oro-Medonte Council considered a staff report on Mayor
Nuttall's boundary adjustment proposal and approved the following recommendations
through Council Motion No. C240214-10:
1. "That Report No. DS2024-017 be received and adopted.
2. That Council confirm the following points related to the City of Barrie's
proposed municipal boundary expansion:
a. the Township of Oro-Medonte does not support the City of Barrie's
proposed Municipal Boundary Expansion as presented.
b. the Township of Oro-Medonte is prepared to work with the City of
Barrie to find an amicable solution to address its employment land
needs based on a comprehensive planning process that works for
Oro-Medonte, the City of Barrie, the County of Simcoe and the
Province.
3. And further, that staff be authorized to prepare additional background
documentation in support of the ongoing discussions with the City of
Barrie."
The Chronology attached as Schedule 1 provides an overview of other actions and
dates leading up to the preparation of this report.
Analysis
Since the February 14, 2024, Council meeting, letters have been sent to the City of
Barrie and Minister Calandra advising of Council's decision and informal discussions
between Mayor Greenlaw and Mayor Nuttall have occurred regarding the expansion
proposal, but nothing concrete has emerged.
In keeping with Minister Calandra's comments, the Provincial Land and Development
Facilitator could be of assistance to work with the parties to arrive at a solution that
meets the goals/objectives of both municipalities and the County of Simcoe. Township
representatives have been advised that the Provincial Facilitator is available upon
request to address these types of matters.
The Provincial Facilitation process allows a third party to review the proposals and
alternatives submitted by each municipality in an objective manner and can result in
recommended potential solutions. This is a voluntary process and if Council were to
approve the request, the City of Barrie and the County of Simcoe would be approached
requesting their participation.
Development Services April 17, 2024
Report No. DS2024-048 Page 3 of 5
Page 18 of 26
6.b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects...
At a future meeting of Council, staff intend to bring options forward for Council's
consideration so that the Township's position is confirmed prior to meeting with the
Facilitator, the City of Barrie and the County of Simcoe.
Financial/Legal Implications/ Risk Management
This is early in the City of Barrie's efforts to expand its boundaries. The Township has
stated that it is prepared to work with the City and the County to achieve a solution that
meets the objectives for each party. If at some point the City moves to an annexation
process, there will be substantial financial implications to the Township that will have to
be addressed. This is a separate process and financial and legal implications will be
considered at that time.
Policies/Legislation
• Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13
• Provincial Policy Statement, 2020
• A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020
• County of Simcoe Official Plan
• Conservation Authorities Act
• Township of Oro-Medonte new Official Plan
• Township of Oro-Medonte Zoning By-law No. 97-95, as amended.
Corporate Strategic Goals
In December 2023, Council adopted the Township's new Corporate Strategic Plan
2024-27. The comments in this report are consistent with the following Goals of the
Plan:
• Financial Sustainability
• Employment Lands
• Well Planned Development
Consultations
The writer discussed this report with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, CAO, Director of the
Development Services Department.
Attachments
Schedule 1: City of Barrie Proposed Boundary Expansion Request Chronology
Background Information/Related Reports
• Staff Report dated February 14, 2024 - Link to Report
Development Services April 17, 2024
Report No. DS2024-048 Page 4 of 5
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6.b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects...
Conclusion
There is merit to considering options for the provision of employment lands in the spirit
of cooperation and partnership with the Province, County of Simcoe and the City of
Barrie, that is beneficial to all parties. The Township has a need for serviced residential
lands for the provision of medium density housing.
To assist with the review, it is recommended that the Township of Oro-Medonte request
the assistance of the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator to work with the
Township, City of Barrie and the County of Simcoe on finding solutions that are
beneficial for both municipalities.
All options should be explored in collaboration with the City of Barrie and the County of
Simcoe through a comprehensive process that provides information to inform important
decisions.
Respectfully submitted,
George Vadeboncoeur,
Manager, Planning Special Projects April 3, 2024
Approvals: Date of Approval:
Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services April 5, 2024
Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services April 5, 2024
Robin Dunn, CAO April 5, 2024
Development Services April 17, 2024
Report No. DS2024-048 Page 5 of 5
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6.b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects...
CITY OF BARRIE PROPOSED BOUNDARY EXPANSION REQUEST
CHRONOLOGY
DATE EVENT OVERVIEW
Outreach from City of Barrie; initial discussions
City with City of Barrie & Township of Oro-Medonte
January 19, Y of Barrie & representatives regarding proposal for inter-
2023 Oro-Medonte municipal partnership in support of an
institutional\community facility.
March 9, Township of Oro-Medonte Mayor and Deputy Mayor met with
2023 Oro-Medonte County Representatives regarding potential
partnership with City of Barrie.
Mayor and Deputy Mayor met with Minister Clark
April 19, Good Roads to demonstrate that the Township of Oro-Medonte
2023 is a willing participant in meeting Provincial
objectives.
City Barrie Presentation to Heritage, Infrastructure & Cultural
(Mayor Nuttall) Policy, Regional Governance and Bill 124 including
November 6, presentation to a proposal to expand the boundaries of the City of
2023 the Provincial Barrie into the Township of Oro-Medonte.
Standing
Committee
City of Barrie
(Mayor Nuttall)
November 8, presentation to Presentation of boundary expansion proposal.
2023 Oro-Medonte
Council
Receipt of Oro-Medonte Council directed Mayor and Deputy
January 10, County of Mayor to present to the Standing Committee
2024 Simcoe Staff regarding Barrie's request for a municipal
Report boundary expansion.
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6.b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects...
The following recommendation was submitted to
the Standing Committee:
1. the City of Barrie shall undertake a
comprehensive planning process
through its Official Plan update and
review to demonstrate its land needs
Oro-Medonte following a collaborative process
Mayor and including open sharing of information, as
January 16, Deputy Mayor demonstrated through a similar request
2024 presentation to with the City of Orillia;
Provincial 2. no decisions should be made with the
Standing requested boundary expansion until the
Committee comprehensive planning process is
complete; and
3. the Township of Oro-Medonte will be
consulted by the City of Barrie regarding
the scope of work relating to a
comprehensive planning process.
Mayor, Deputy Mayor , Township Representatives
met with Minister Calandra. Minister indicated that
January 18, Minister Calandra municipalities and upper tiers of government are
2024 Office expected to work cooperatively together to reach
fair and amicable partnerships regarding provincial
housing and employment needs as well as
municipal priorities.
Letter outlined four "key principles" governing the
potential boundary realignment as follows:
"environmental conservation
January 22, Letter from the 0 value to each municipality, in addition to
2024 Mayor of City of taxes from employment lands and cost
the Barrie savings on infrastructure
• employment opportunities for all residents
• potential additional housing opportunities"
Letter indicates that the Township is prepared to
Letter from the have a conversation about the challenges facing
January 29, Mayor of Oro- the City of Barrie in the spirit of cooperation and
2024 partnership to address the needs of both
Medonte municipalities in support of the province's housing
and employment initiatives.
Following Resolution Adopted By Oro-Medonte
February 14, Staff Report and Council.
2024 Recommendation 1. "That Report No. DS2024-017 be received
and adopted.
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6.b) DS2024-048, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects...
2. That Council confirm the following points
related to the City of Barrie's proposed
municipal boundary expansion: a. the
Township of Oro-Medonte does not support
the City of Barrie's proposed Municipal
Boundary Expansion as presented. b. the
Township of Oro-Medonte is prepared to
work with the City of Barrie to find an
amicable solution to address its employment
land needs based on a comprehensive
planning process that works for Oro-
Medonte, the City of Barrie, the County of
Simcoe and the Province.
3. And further, that staff be authorized to
prepare additional background
documentation in support of the ongoing
discussions with the City of Barrie."
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Ta) 2024-041:A By-law to remove the Holding symbol on lands described ...
The Corporation of the Township Of Oro-Medonte
By-Law No.2024-041
A By-law to remove the Holding symbol
On lands described as follows:
Part of the East and West Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3,
Part of Lot 5, Concession 4,
Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 3 and 4(Oro)
Roll #4346-010-002-03800
2024-ZBA-02 (Eagles Rest Estates Inc.)
Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte is empowered to
pass By-laws to remove a Holding provision pursuant to Section 36 of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.P.13;
And Whereas the Owner has made application to remove the holding provision with respect to
the lands legally described as Part of the East and West Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3,
Part of Lot 5, Concession 4, Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 3 and 4 (Oro) in
the Eagles Rest Estates Subdivision;
And Whereas Council now deems it appropriate to remove the Holding provision applying to
the subject lands;
Now Therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby enacts
as follows:
1. Schedule `A15' to Zoning By-law 97-95, as amended, is hereby further amended by
changing the zone symbol applying to the lands located in Part of the East and West
Halves of Lot 5, Concession 3, Part of Lot 5, Concession 4, Part of the Road Allowance
between Concessions 3 and 4, Geographic Township of Oro, Township of Oro-Medonte,
County of Simcoe, from the Residential One Exception 319 Holding (R1*319(H))Zone and
the Residential One Exception 320 Holding (R1"320(H))Zone to Residential One Exception
319 (R1*319)Zone and the Residential One Exception 320 (R1*320)Zone, as shown on
Schedule"A"attached and forming part of this By-law.
2. Schedule"A"attached to By-law No. 2024-041 is declared to form a part of this By-law.
3. This By-law shall come into effect upon the date of passage hereof, subject to the
provisions of the Planning Act, as amended.
By-Law read a First, Second and Third Time, and Passed this 17th Day of April, 2024.
The Corporation of the Township Of Oro-Medonte
Mayor, Randy Greenlaw
Clerk,Yvonne Aubichon
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7.a) 2024-041: A By-law to remove the Holding symbol on lands described ...
Schedule 'A'
To By-Law No. 2024-041
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(R1*319(H) Zone to the Residential One Exception 319 (R1'319) Zone
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(R1*320(H) Zone to the Residential One Exception 320 (R1*320) Zone
This is Schedule'A' to By-Law 2024-041
passed the 171" day of April, 2024.
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
Mayor, Randy Greenlaw
Clerk, Yvonne Aubichon
(Application 2024-ZBA-02)
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8.a) 2024-043: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Special ...
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
By-Law No. 2024-043
Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting
held on Wednesday,April 17,2024
Whereas Section 5 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, C. 25, as amended
provides that the powers of the Municipal Council shall be exercised by By-Law,
unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise;
And Whereas The Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
deems it expedient that the proceedings at this Special Council Meeting be
confirmed and adopted by By-Law;
Now Therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions of the Council at its Special Council Meeting held on
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, and in respect to each Motion, Resolution and other
actions passed and taken by the Council at its said Meeting is, except where
prior approval of the Ontario Land Tribunal is required, hereby adopted, ratified
and confirmed.
2. That the Mayor and the proper Officials of the Township are hereby authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to
obtain approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be
necessary on behalf of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-
Medonte.
3. That the Mayor/Chair and Clerk/Designate are hereby authorized and directed to
execute and affix the corporate seal to all necessary documents.
4. And That this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the final passing
thereof.
By-Law Read a First, Second and Third time, and Passed this 17th day of
April, 2024.
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
IV
Mayor, Randy Greenlaw
Clerk,Yvonne Aubichon
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