Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (41 motions)
37 carried, 4 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the April 24, 2024 Council agenda, with the following addendum items, be adopted; Item No. 17.1.c, Closed Session, Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act regarding possible revisions to Site Alteration Bylaw Item No. 17.1.d, Closed Session, Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act regarding disposition of land at the south side of Bouchier Street Withdrew Item 7.2, March 27th minutes were not included in the agenda
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That the following minutes be adopted as presented: 1. Council Minutes of February 14, 2024 1. February 14, 2024 Council Minutes.pdf
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That Council receive the delegation provided by Darren Gahan regarding his concerns with the Town's practice of placing traffic bollards on roadways within Georgina and that his concerns be
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Referred
That Council receive the delegation provided by Kim Empringham, York Region Federation of Agriculture, requesting further investigation into the farmhouse tax code rate to ensure an appropriate fee, and that agricultural land be exempt from the Stormwater Rate fee structure.
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the following report recommendations be adopted; a. Earthworks Agreement - Greystone/Middleburg, Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-14G01 1. Report 2024-0017 Earthwork Agreement.pdf 2. Attachment 1- General Location.pdf 3. Attachment 2 - Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision.pdf 4. Attachment 3 - Draft Earthworks Agreement.pdf 5. Attachment 4 - Proposed Earthworks Drawings.pdf Part Lot 15, Concession 3 (NG), and part of road allowance between Concession 2 and 3, being Part 1 on Plan 65R-30415 s/s Old Homestead Road, west of The Queensway North, Keswick Report No. DS-2024-0017 RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0132 1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2024-0017, prepared by the Development Engineering Division, Development Services Department dated April 24, 2024, respecting the execution of a proposed Earthworks Agreement for the Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision; 2. That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Earthworks Agreement between Greystone (Homestead) Limited and Middleburg Developments Inc., as Owners, and the Corporation of the Town of Georgina, relating to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-14G01
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Referred
That Council receive Report No. DCAO-2024-0005 prepared by the Financial Strategy and Planning Division, Office of the Deputy CAO dated April 24, 2024, respecting the Stormwater Rate Study. Voters YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Results 0 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
2.That Council approve the General Revenue approach as the preferred approach to fund the Stormwater Management program; Voters YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Results 0 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
3.That Council exempt all properties from the Stormwater fee structure that are currently exempt from taxation; Voters YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Results 0 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
4.That Council exempt the Farm portion and Managed Forest portion from the Stormwater fee structure; Voters YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Results 0 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
5. That Council direct staff to implement a stormwater rate as described herein and bring forward the necessary bylaws annually to implement collection. Voters YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Results 0 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the meeting recess at 11:35am
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That Council receive and endorse correspondence from Jacob Gal, York PRIDE, requesting the Pride flag be raised at the Georgina Civic Centre during the month of June in recognition of Pride Month and that staff make the appropriate arrangements with regard to the flag and event timing.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That Council receive correspondence from the Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee and endorse the Committee-sponsored lunches to be held throughout the year, to be funded from the Committee's 2024 budget.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That Council receive correspondence from the Town of Goderich requesting the Province of Ontario reverse it's proposal to phase out free private well testing in Ontario, that this letter be
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Referred
That Council receive the balance of the General Information Items for April 24, 2024.
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That Council receive the staff briefing note regarding the use of no charge hours provided in the Link Tenants Lease Agreements which have been allocated by tenants towards the Good Food Collective Wednesday Lunch Program at the Link, that staff work with the tenants regarding additional programming hours desired by them and return to Council to provide more information following discussions with the tenants.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That Council receive the staff briefing note providing an overview of the changes to the 2025 Town of Georgina budget process due to Bill 3, Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That Council receive the staff briefing note regarding Integrity Commissioner Annual Report 2023.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2024-0030 (PWO-3) to set stormwater utility rates for the year 2024 1. A BY-LAW TO SET STORMWATER UTILITY RATES FOR THE YEAR 2024.pdf 2. Stormwater rates final schedule 1.pdf
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 12:10pm to deal with the following closed session items; PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Volunteer Award of Merit Nominees PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Confidential Attachment to Report No. LS-2024-0011, Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee Appointments to Fill Vacancies for the 2022-2026 Term of Office ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE, Section 239(2)(f), MA; Possible Revisions to Site Alteration Bylaw A PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section 239(2)(c), MA; Disposition of land at the south side of Bouchier Street
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the meeting reconvene into Open Session at 2:52pm and report on matters discussed in Closed Session.
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.a under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding Volunteer Award of Merit nominees; That staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Dale In
Carried
regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.b under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding Confidential Attachment to Report No. LS-2024-0011, Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee Appointments to Fill Vacancies for the 2022-2026 Term of Office That staff be direct to proceed accordingly, That Report No. LS-2024-0011 prepared by the Clerk’s Division, Legislative Services, dated April 24, 2024, respecting appointments to the Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee, be received. That Council direct the Clerk’s Division to prepare the necessary bylaw to give effect to the appointments. That the appointment of the selected applicants by Council come into effect upon the passing of the appointment bylaw and acceptance of the appointment by the Committee Designates.
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Genge In
Carried
regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.c under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act being advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communications necessary for that purpose regarding possible revisions to the Site Alteration Bylaw; That Council receive the solicitor's update and staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison In
Carried
regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.d under Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, being a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board regarding disposition of land at the south side of Bouchier Street; That staff be directed to proceed accordingly
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff In
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted; 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0031 (COU-2) confirming proceedings of Council on April 24, 2024 1. Bylaw 2024-0031 (COU-2) Confirming proceedings of Council on April 24, 2024.pdf
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the meeting adjourn at 2:55pm
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the following minutes be adopted as presented: 1. Council Minutes of February 14, 2024
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That the following report recommendations be adopted; a. Earthworks Agreement - Greystone/Middleburg, Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-14G01 Part Lot 15, Concession 3 (NG), and part of road allowance between Concession 2 and 3, being Part 1 on Plan 65R-30415 s/s Old Homestead Road, west of The Queensway North, Keswick 5 Report No. DS-2024-0017 RESOLUTION NO. C-2024-0132 1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2024-0017, prepared by the Development Engineering Division, Development Services Department dated April 24, 2024, respecting the execution of a proposed Earthworks Agreement for the Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision; 2. That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Earthworks Agreement between Greystone (Homestead) Limited and Middleburg Developments Inc., as Owners, and the Corporation of the Town of Georgina, relating to Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-14G01
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Referred
1. That Council receive Report No. DCAO-2024-0005 prepared by the Financial Strategy and Planning Division, Office of the Deputy CAO dated April 24, 2024, respecting the Stormwater Rate Study. 6 YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Mayor Quirk X Regional X Councillor Davison Councillor X Biggerstaff Councillor Fellini X Councillor X Neeson Councillor Genge X Councillor Dale X Results 7 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
2.That Council approve the General Revenue approach as the preferred approach to fund the Stormwater Management program; YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Mayor Quirk X Regional X Councillor Davison Councillor X Biggerstaff Councillor Fellini X Councillor X Neeson 7 Councillor Genge X Councillor Dale X Results 6 1 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
3.That Council exempt all properties from the Stormwater fee structure that are currently exempt from taxation; YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Mayor Quirk X Regional X Councillor Davison Councillor X Biggerstaff Councillor Fellini X Councillor X Neeson Councillor Genge X Councillor Dale X Results 7 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
4.That Council exempt the Farm portion and Managed Forest portion from the Stormwater fee structure; 8 YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Mayor Quirk X Regional X Councillor Davison Councillor X Biggerstaff Councillor Fellini X Councillor X Neeson Councillor Genge X Councillor Dale X Results 7 0 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
5. That Council direct staff to implement a stormwater rate as described herein and bring forward the necessary bylaws annually to implement collection. YEA NAY Abstain Conflict Mayor Quirk X Regional X Councillor Davison Councillor X Biggerstaff Councillor Fellini X 9 Councillor X Neeson Councillor Genge X Councillor Dale X Results 6 1 0 0
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2024-0030 (PWO-3) to set stormwater utility rates for the year 2024
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 12:10pm to deal with the following closed session items; a. PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Volunteer Award of Merit Nominees b. PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Confidential Attachment to Report No. LS-2024-0011, Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee Appointments to Fill Vacancies for the 2022-2026 Term of Office c. ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE, Section 239(2)(f), MA; Possible Revisions to Site Alteration Bylaw d. A PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section 239(2)(c), MA; Disposition of land at the south side of Bouchier Street 13
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
In regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.a under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding Volunteer Award of Merit nominees; 1. That staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
In regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.b under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding Confidential Attachment to Report No. LS- 2024-0011, Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee Appointments to Fill Vacancies for the 2022-2026 Term of Office 1. That staff be direct to proceed accordingly, 2. That Report No. LS-2024-0011 prepared by the Clerk’s Division, Legislative Services, dated April 24, 2024, respecting appointments to the Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee, be received. 3. That Council direct the Clerk’s Division to prepare the necessary bylaw to give effect to the appointments. 4. That the appointment of the selected applicants by Council come into effect upon the passing of the appointment bylaw and acceptance of the appointment by the Committee Designates. 14
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
In regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.c under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act being advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege including communications necessary for that purpose regarding possible revisions to the Site Alteration Bylaw; 1. That Council receive the solicitor's update and staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
In regard to Closed Session Item 17.1.d under Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, being a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board regarding disposition of land at the south side of Bouchier Street; 1. That staff be directed to proceed accordingly
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted; 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0031 (COU-2) confirming proceedings of Council on April 24, 2024 15
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff