Regular Meeting

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular meeting of Council held Wednesday, July 10, 2024, and the Special Meetings held Monday, July 29 and Wednesday, July, 31, 2024, as circulated.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-37 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Office of the Fire Marshal for reimbursement of fire protection services in unincorporated areas was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-38 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt a site specific Zoning Amendment for the property described as 254A Big Basswood Lake Camp Road to reduce the setback from the water from 30m to 19m and to increase lot coverage requirements for an Accessory Building from 2% to 2.1%, to accommodate construction of a garage for personal use and storage in a Waterfront Recreational Zone was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024. Yea (5) B. MacKinnon, M. Seabrook, R. Mulligan, P. Falk, and T. Currie Nay (1) J. Pirrie Conflict (1) J. Armstrong

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-39 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt a site specific Zoning Amendment for the property legally described as THOMPSON SEC 11 SW1/4 PCL 865 ACS to rezone a portion of the subject property from Rural Zone to Rural Zone with a Zone Exception to permit a warehousing, logistics, and delivery services use, and the frontage requirement be reduced to 0 metres was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-40 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt a Site-Specific Zoning Amendment for the property legally described as THOMPSON SEC 17 SE1/4 PT RP;1R5253 PART 1; civic address 553 Dean Lake Road for the purpose of reducing the front yard setback from the water from 30 metres to 24 metres on an irregular shaped lot to accommodate an addition to an existing structure in a Waterfront Residential and Rural zone was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024. Yea (6) J. Armstrong, B. MacKinnon, M. Seabrook, R. Mulligan, P. Falk, and T. Currie Nay (1) J. Pirrie

B E IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-41 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law #18-18 as follows: REPEAL the current maximum lot coverage requirements for main and accessory buildings for all dwelling units, crisis care facility and group home, and REPLACE with a maximum lot coverage of 9% for all buildings in the following zones: Section 5.4.3 - Residential Low-Density Zone (R1); Section 5.6.3 - Waterfront Residential Zone (W.Res); Section 5.7.3 - Waterfront Recreational Zone (W.Rec); and Section 5.15.3 - Rural Zone (R) Passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-42 being a By-law imposing special annual drainage rates upon land in respect of which money is borrowed under the Tile Drainage Act, 1990, was read a first, second and third time and passed in Open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following municipal committees: Sowerby Hall and Heritage Committee - May 14, 2024 Iron Bridge Historical Museum Committee - July 20, 2024 Huron Shores Cemetery Committee - November 14, 2023

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation: Algoma District Services Administration Board - May 9, 2024

WHEREAS Ewan Burns has successfully completed the cadet program and has reached the required age to join the Huron Shores Fire Department; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council appoints Ewan Burns to the Huron Shores Fire Department, Station 1, effective August 14, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED that Council appoints Josh MacFarlane to the Huron Shores Fire Department, Station 1, and Jeffery Pinkse to the Huron Shores Fire Department, Station 2, effective August 14, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED that Council appoints Annie Dupuis to the Iron Bridge Historical Museum Committee, effective August 14, 2024.

WHEREAS there have been multiple instances of individuals utilizing the waste sites during non-business hours, leaving messes and improperly disposing their garbage, leading to the need for increased security and monitoring; AND WHEREAS the Municipality has fines in place for illegal dumping, and surveillance would support enforcement by identifying offenders; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes the installation of surveillance systems at all four (4) Waste Disposal Sites with the funds to be drawn from the Waste Site Closure and Expansion Reserve; AND THAT staff launch a public awareness campaign to educate residents about the consequences of illegal dumping and provide reporting channels for residents to report illegal dumping; AND THAT staff contact the local OPP to establish a protocol for reporting illegal dumping incidents.

WHEREAS the Ward 2 Landfill Site (473 Cullis Road) transitioned from a traditional landfill to a transfer station effective May 1st, 2024, as part of a 3-month Pilot Program; AND WHEREAS the pilot program has come to an end, resulting in a cleaner site and requiring less operator time, demonstrating operational efficiency and environmental benefits; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the continued placement of the additional 8 bins at the Ward 2 Transfer Station, with servicing to occur once per week; AND THAT bulk items and brush continue to be accepted at the Ward 2 waste disposal site until such time as a decision is made on the recommendations of the Long-Term Waste Management Plan.

WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of Huron Shores has engaged in a prioritization exercise to identify the strategic directions for the development of the Corporate Strategic Plan; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following strategic directions are identified below, with the overarching objective to ensure that each initiative maintains a neutral impact on the tax levy: Community Development: Economic Development Community services Housing Recreation Capital and Infrastructure optimization/consolidation: Capital assets Real estate Infrastructure Municipal Service Delivery and Optimization Shared service/shared infrastructure Outsource vs. in-house Optimize/automate AND THAT the strategic directions, together with the prior goals and objectives identified by Council, shall be provided to the Sierra Group for integration into the draft Corporate Strategic Plan

WHEREAS the Sierra Group is under contract, in part, to explore future plans and recommendations for the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre AND WHEREAS Council recognizes that there could be merit in retaining the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre and receiving proposed practical steps forward; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Sierra Group be directed to continue their evaluation of the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre, specifically considering cost-effective, palatable, and practical steps forward for its future use.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Service Delivery Review Final Report by KPMG dated July, 2024; AND THAT Council direct staff to prepare an Action and Implementation Plan for the proposed recommendations outlined in the Service Delivery Review Executive Summary; AND THAT a Special Council meeting be set for October 16th, 2024, to consider said Plan. Yea (5) J. Armstrong, B. MacKinnon, J. Pirrie, P. Falk, and T. Currie Nay (2) M. Seabrook, and R. Mulligan

BE IT RESOLVED that Council approves the closure of the Municipal Office from Monday, December 23, 2024, to Thursday, January 1, 2025, inclusive, for Christmas Holidays; AND THAT the Municipal Office will reopen and resume regular operations on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council reaffirms its commitment to the roles and responsibilities as defined under Section 224 of the Municipal Act; AND THAT Council affirms its commitment to abide by the provisions outlined within the Council-Staff Relations Policy to ensure a cooperative, respectful, and effective working relationship between Council and municipal staff; AND THAT Council directs staff to proceed with the facilitation of discussions on shared services with neighbouring municipalities, and to provide detailed reports on these discussions for Councils consideration. Yea (5) J. Armstrong, B. MacKinnon, J. Pirrie, P. Falk, and T. Currie Nay (2) M. Seabrook, and R. Mulligan

WHEREAS the Municipality has recently hired a new Public Works Labourer/Building Maintenance Worker to oversee and execute maintenance and repair projects across various municipal buildings; AND WHEREAS a list of essential tools and materials required to begin and complete these projects, with estimates provided for procurement, have been provided; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes the allocation of funds not exceeding $5,000 from the Working Reserve, to cover the cost of the tools and materials.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to prepare and apply for the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF), incorporating the following initiatives: A 2025 zoning review focused on streamlining approvals and promoting accessory dwelling units (ADU) development. Implementation of a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Preparation and sale of municipally-owned properties with pre-approved development plans, including ADUs. Repair and maintenance of the Potomac Bridge to support housing development, particularly in partnership with neighbouring First Nations. Implementation of the Townsuite software to enhance land management, permitting, and zoning processes.

WHEREAS the Municipality issued a tender for the installation of guide rails along portions of Melwel Road and received no bids; AND WHEREAS the Municipality has engaged with engineering firms to obtain expert input on the placement of guide rails, particularly in areas where the existing road surface may not have sufficient width to support guide rails while maintaining adequate travel lane width; AND WHEREAS these consultations will also explore alternative solutions for the installation of guide rails in such constrained areas; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the expenditure of $4,750.00 plus HST for the guide rail review, including consultations on potential alternatives and appropriate placement of guide rails, to ensure safe and effective installation without compromising the road's functionality; AND THAT the funds be drawn from the Roads Reserve.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council set a Special Meeting on Wednesday, August 28th at 7:00 p.m. to award the Potomac Bridge Rehabilitation Project.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-43, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Adopt the Minutes of the Special Public and Regular Council Meeting held Wednesday, August 14, 2024, authorizing the taking of any action authorized therein and thereby, was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council does adjourn at 9:53 p.m.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-40 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt a Site- Specific Zoning Amendment for the property legally described as THOMPSON SEC 17 SE1/4 PT RP;1R5253 PART 1; civic address 553 Dean Lake Road for the purpose of reducing the front yard setback from the water from 30 metres to 24 metres on an irregular shaped lot to accommodate an addition to an existing structure in a Waterfront Residential and Rural zone was passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024. Yea (6): J. Armstrong, B. MacKinnon, R. Mulligan, M. Seabrook, P. Falk, and T. Currie Nay (1): J. Pirrie

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-41 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to adopt an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law #18-18 as follows:  REPEAL the current maximum lot coverage requirements for main and accessory buildings for all dwelling units, crisis care facility and group home, and REPLACE with a maximum lot coverage of 9% for all buildings in the following zones: o Section 5.4.3 - Residential Low-Density Zone (R1); o Section 5.6.3 - Waterfront Residential Zone (W.Res); o Section 5.7.3 - Waterfront Recreational Zone (W.Rec); and o Section 5.15.3 - Rural Zone (R) Passed in open Council this 14th day of August, 2024.