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Councillor Grossiin Closed Session Item 18.1
What was decided (36 motions)
33 carried, 3 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the January 12, 2022 Council Agenda, with the following addendum items, be adopted; Item No. 17.1, Bylaw No. 2022-0002 to appoint Mayor Quirk to the Health Georgina Board for the remainder of its 2018-2022 term of office Item No. 13.1(e), two pieces of correspondence from the Ministry of Transportation concerning the Bradford Bypass
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the following minutes be adopted as presented: 1. Minutes of the Council Meeting held on November 17, 2021. 1. Council Minutes, November 17, 2021.pdf
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
That Council receive the presentation provided by Greg Stanisci, York Regional Police, introducing the new Community Safety Data Portal, a tool that supports the Neighbourhood Watch groups and improves transparency by giving the community more access to crime statistics, trends and data.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That Council receive the comments made by Dale Kerr Genge, President of the Briars Community Association, on behalf of the majority of the membership indicating their objection to the addition of the Mossington Wharf to the Heritage Registry and the Wharf's restoration.
Moved by Councillor Sebo, seconded by Regional Councillor Grossi
Carried
That correspondence from Heritage Advisory Committee recommending that Mossington Wharf be restored and retained as a waterfront landmark and as a public access point to the lake and river with historical and cultural significance, be received for information only.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That the Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee Memorandum suggesting the addition of certain heritage properties to the Heritage Registry be
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Referred
That the Council meeting observe a recess at 10:55am
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Regional Councillor Grossi
Carried
That Council receive Report No. OI-2022-01 prepared by the, Operations & Infrastructure Department dated January 12, 2022 regarding the award of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Winter Road Salt) That Council approve the award of the contract CRFT-2021-01 for Supply and Delivery of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Winter Road Salt) to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. with an estimated annual value of $339,622.00 excluding applicable taxes, for a three (3) year contract; with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions subject to satisfactory performance; That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to execute the Agreement between the Town of Georgina and Compass Minerals Canada Corp., and execute all other necessary documents; and That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to issue a purchase order to Compass Minerals Canada Corp in each contract year with an estimated annual value of $339,622.00 excluding taxes, and subject to an annual contract cost escalation equal to Annual Inflation (CPI) to a maximum of 2.5%. That Council Delegate Authority to the Deputy CAO / Treasurer to authorize additional Purchase Order amounts that may exceed the annual budget allocation, when necessary, to meet the needs of the Town in the event that additional quantities of winter road salt are required.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That Council receive Report No. OI-2022-0002 prepared by the Road Operations Division, Operations & Infrastructure Department dated January 12, 2022 regarding an update on the Windrow Snow Clearing Program; That Council approve the Windrow Snow Clearing Program Policy including the eligibility criteria and minimum Service Levels.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Harding
Carried
That the Council meeting recess for lunch at 12:25pm.
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Regional Councillor Grossi
Carried
That correspondence from the Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee advising of its opposition to the proposed aerodrome for Old Homestead Road be received.
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Regional Councillor Grossi
Carried
That Council support applications made by the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation to Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada for two separate landholdings in the Town for Additions to Reserve, specifically 12 Lyall Lane and 78 Hadden Road, being the formal process of converting these lands to reserve status and that this support be
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Referred
That the Council of the Town of Georgina reconfirms its resolution of August 11, 2021 and specifically requests and highlights Resolution No. 5 contained therein, stating 'that the Council of the Town of Georgina requests that the Government of Ontario commit to involving the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority for voluntary project review as permitted by the Conservation Authorities Act'. Additionally, that the Council of the Town of Georgina forward correspondence from the Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition and Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition dated November 16, 2021 to MPP Caroline Mulroney and to the Ministry of Transportation respectfully requesting comments based upon that letter.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried Unanimously
That Council receive correspondence received from the Honourable Jennifer Graham Harkness, Assistant Deputy Minister/Chief Engineer, Ministry of Transportation, and from the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Transportation, providing information on the Bradford Bypass project.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
That correspondence from Christopher Raynor, Regional Clerk for the Region of York, requesting submission of comments concerning the Draft York Region Official Plan to the Region by March 31, 2022, be received and
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Harding
Referred
That the General Information Listing for January 12, 2022 be received.
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That Council approve new wording for the Land Acknowledgement as follows: The Town of Georgina recognizes and acknowledges that we are on lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples, and on behalf of the Mayor and Council, we would like to thank them for sharing this land. We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our close neighbour and friend, one with which we strive to build a cooperative and respectful relationship. We also recognize the unique relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this territory. They are the water protectors and environmental stewards of these lands and we join them in these responsibilities.
Moved by Mayor Quirk, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried Unanimously
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2022-0002 (COU-1) to appoint the Mayor to the Health Georgina Board for the remainder of the 2018-2022 Term of Office. 1. Bylaw 2022-0002 Appointing the Mayor to the Health Georgina Board, January 12, 2022.pdf
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 1:35pm pursuant to Section 239 of The Municipal Act to deal with the following matters: ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE, Section 239(2)(f), MA; Lake Drive Jurisdiction Matter PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Human Resources Matter
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
That the Council members reconvene into Open Session at 3:50pm and report on matters discussed in Closed Session.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the Council meeting continue past the four-hour time frame.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
regard to Item No. 18.1.a on the agenda 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 the Lake Drive Jurisdiction matter; 1. That Council receive the Solicitor's update and proceed as directed.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini In
Carried
regard to Item No. 18.1.b on the agenda under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding a Human Resources matter; 1. That staff proceed as directed by Council.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson In
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2022-0001 (COU-2) confirming the proceedings of Council on January 12, 2022. 1. Bylaw 2022-0001 Confirm Proceedings, January 12, 2022.pdf
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the meeting adjourn at 3:52pm.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the following minutes be adopted as presented: 1. Minutes of the Council Meeting held on November 17, 2021.
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
That Council receive the presentation provided by Greg Stanisci, York Regional Police, introducing the new Community Safety Data Portal, a tool that supports the Neighbourhood Watch groups and improves transparency by giving the community more access to crime statistics, trends and data. 4
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That correspondence from Heritage Advisory Committee recommending that Mossington Wharf be restored and retained as a waterfront landmark and as a public access point to the lake and river with historical and cultural significance, be received for information only. 5
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
1. That Council receive Report No. OI-2022-01 prepared by the, Operations & Infrastructure Department dated January 12, 2022 regarding the award of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Winter Road Salt) 2. That Council approve the award of the contract CRFT-2021-01 for Supply and Delivery of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Winter Road Salt) to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. with an estimated annual value of $339,622.00 excluding applicable taxes, for a three (3) year contract; with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions subject to satisfactory performance; 3. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to execute the Agreement between the Town of Georgina and Compass Minerals Canada Corp., and execute all other necessary documents; and 4. That Council authorize the Manager of Procurement Services to issue a purchase order to Compass Minerals Canada Corp in each contract year with an estimated annual value of 10 $339,622.00 excluding taxes, and subject to an annual contract cost escalation equal to Annual Inflation (CPI) to a maximum of 2.5%. 5. That Council Delegate Authority to the Deputy CAO / Treasurer to authorize additional Purchase Order amounts that may exceed the annual budget allocation, when necessary, to meet the needs of the Town in the event that additional quantities of winter road salt are required.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried
That the Council meeting recess for lunch at 12:25pm. 12
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Regional Councillor Grossi
Carried
That Council approve new wording for the Land Acknowledgement as follows: 15 The Town of Georgina recognizes and acknowledges that we are on lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples, and on behalf of the Mayor and Council, we would like to thank them for sharing this land. We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our close neighbour and friend, one with which we strive to build a cooperative and respectful relationship. We also recognize the unique relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this territory. They are the water protectors and environmental stewards of these lands and we join them in these responsibilities.
Moved by Mayor Quirk, seconded by Councillor Waddington
Carried Unanimously
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2022-0002 (COU-1) to appoint the Mayor to the Health Georgina Board for the remainder of the 2018-2022 Term of Office.
Moved by Councillor Harding, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 1:35pm pursuant to Section 239 of The Municipal Act to deal with the following matters: 16 a. ADVICE THAT IS SUBJECT TO SOLICITOR-CLIENT PRIVILEGE INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE, Section 239(2)(f), MA; Lake Drive Jurisdiction Matter b. PERSONAL MATTERS ABOUT AN IDENTIFIABLE INDIVIDUAL, INCLUDING MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL BOARD EMPLOYEES, Section 239(2)(b), MA; Human Resources Matter
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
In regard to Item No. 18.1.a on the agenda 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 the Lake Drive Jurisdiction matter; 1. That Council receive the Solicitor's update and proceed as directed.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
In regard to Item No. 18.1.b on the agenda under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act being personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees regarding a Human Resources matter; 1. That staff proceed as directed by Council.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Neeson
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted: 1. Bylaw Number 2022-0001 (COU-2) confirming the proceedings of Council on January 12, 2022.
Moved by Councillor Waddington, seconded by Councillor Fellini