MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE MINUTES TUESDAY MARCH 25, 2008 AT 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL. Mayor Ron Oswald, Deputy Mayor Mary Cumming

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1 MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE CHAMBERS MINUTES TUESDAY MARCH 25, 2008 AT 9:00 A.M. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Ron Oswald, Deputy Mayor Mary Cumming Councillors Stacy Charlton, Mark Davis, Paul Eagleson, Ross Herron, Jack Riley PRESS: Mary Golem, Sun Times, Ken Hashizume, Bayshore Broadcasting PUBLIC: Hearings: Bruce County Planner, Sabine Hammell, Greg & Dennis Calhoun; Al Smiley, Ron Davidson, private planner, neighbours, Mr. & Mrs. Ross McLean, Richard LeQueyere County Planning: Deputy Director Bill Hollo, Director Chris LaForest, CAO Wayne Jamieson Chesley Heritage Trail: Percy West OBSERVERS: Jim Marsh, Charlie Cottrill STAFF: TREASURER, Joanne Marklevitz WORKS MANAGER, Vernon Weppler WATER/SEWER FOREMAN, Scott McLeod

2 RECREATION & FACILITIES DIRECTOR, Dan Woods Clerk/CAO, Joan Albright DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF: Cumming MINUTES Moved by: J. Riley Seconded by: S. Charlton that the minutes of March 10, 2008 be adopted as circulated. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES: none DELEGATIONS 9:30 AM BRUCE COUNTY PLANNING, hearings re: Calhoun zoning, Smiley zoning Eagleson welcomed everyone, noted that following Hammel s report everyone present would have an opportunity to comment, asked all to state their name and place of residence. PLANNING REPORT: Z DATE: March 25, 2008 PREPARED BY: Sabine Hammel Municipal Planner for the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie SUBJECT: Elderslie Zoning By-law Amendment for Calhoun

3 ATTACHMENTS: Appendix A Due Diligence Appendix B Site Plan Appendix C MDS I PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATION: Subject to review of objections and submissions arising from the public hearing the following recommendation is made: That the zone change application Z for the property described as 164 Brant-Elderslie, Concession 1, Lot 12 (Elderslie) Municipality of Arran Elderslie BE APPROVED. SUMMARY OF THE APPLICATION: Greg and Jessica Calhoun, Tara, ON submitted applications to amend the Elderslie Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No The proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment will rezone the property to facilitate the severance of a surplus farm dwelling and apply special provisions to both the severed and retained parcels. The zoning on the severed parcel will restrict the number of livestock units and the zoning on the retained parcel will prohibit future residential development. The zoning amendment and severance for each parcel are as follows: RETAINED SEVERED FRONTAGE 370 m (1 234 ft) 40 m (131 ft) DEPTH 987 m (3 238 ft) 117 m (384 ft) AREA 39.5 ha (97.6 ac) 0.95 ha (2.35 ac) ZONING A1-kk General Agriculture Special A1-jj General Agriculture Special & EH Environmental Hazard 1. PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT AND CONTEXT The subject property is located on the Elderslie Brant town line just west of Vesta. The severed parcel currently contains a detached dwelling, barn and accessory buildings; the retained lands are vacant. Vesta Creek flows in a westerly direction through the northern portion of the retained lands. PROPERTY INFO SUMMARY File No Associated Files Legal Description: Lot Description: Access: Services: Uses /Buildings & Structures: Z B Brant-Elderslie, Concession 1, Lot 12 (Elderslie) Municipality of Arran Elderslie, Roll No: Frontage 32 m (105 feet) Depth 88.4 m (290 feet) Area m2 (30450 ft2) Brant-Elderslie Rd Individual on-site sewage and water Existing: Detached dwelling, barn, accessory buildings

4 County OP Designation: Local OP Designation: Local Zoning By-law: Existing Proposed Proposed: NA Agriculture Area NA A1 General Agriculture & EH Environmental Hazard A1-kk General Agriculture Special & EH Environmental Hazard (retained) Zoning Restrictions: A1-jj General Agriculture Special (severed) Severed - restrict the number of livestock units Surrounding Land Uses: Retained - prohibit future residential development Agriculture 2. MATTERS ARISING FROM AGENCY CIRCULATION All agencies that reviewed the application had no objection to the proposal. 3. MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC CIRCULATION The application was circulated to the public within 120 m (400 ft) of the property on February 26, A public meeting for this application had originally been scheduled for February 25, However as a result of discrepancies in the information needed to calculate MDS the public meeting was cancelled to allow for time to resolve the MDS issues. The discrepancies in the MDS calculations came about because the information provided by the applicant was questioned by the owner of the adjacent farm to the west of the subject property. The owner of Lot 11 provided the Planning Department with a different set of numbers regarding the maximum housing capacity and manure storage system of his farm; these differed significantly from those provided by the applicant. In order to apply the same criteria regarding maximum housing capacity to the each of the barns within the 1500 ft, the Planning Department decided to base the MDS calculations on the barn size numbers provided by the MPAC system (see Appendix C ). The barn size numbers (square footage) from MPAC were compared to measurements from the air photos and resulting number were very similar. The MDS calculations based on the MPAC numbers for 2 out of the 3 barns were very close to the original numbers provided by the applicant and therefore the Planning Department feels confident in applying those numbers to the third barn as well. In regard to the third barn, MDS does not apply to outdoors feeders / feed lots. According to the owner liquid manure is stored on the cement pad at the south side of feeder by placing clay banks around the pad to contain the manure. It does not appear that a building permit was issued for liquid manure storage at this site and therefore it is not reasonable to apply the MDS to this manure storage. Based on the MPAC numbers all three barns within 1500 ft of the subject property meet the MDS requirements 4. MATTERS ARISING FROM PROVINCIAL POLICY FRAMEWORK Under Section 3 of the Planning Act, the Municipality shall be consistent with matters of provincial interest as set out in the Provincial Policy Statements (PPS). Section 2.3 of the PPS addresses Agriculture and notes that prime agricultural areas shall be protected for the long-term use of agriculture. Section addresses new land uses, including the creation of lots, and new or expanding livestock facilities and states that they shall comply with the minimum distance separation formulae. Section Lot Creation and Lot Adjustments notes that lot creation in prime agricultural areas is discouraged and may only be permitted for: c) a residence surplus to a farming operation as a result of farm consolidation, provided that the planning authority ensures that new residential dwellings are prohibited on any vacant

5 remnant parcel of farmland created by the severance. The approach used to ensure that no new residential dwellings are permitted on the remnant parcel may be recommended by the Province, or based on municipal approaches which achieve the same objective; and The PPS recognizes that in prime agricultural areas, new lots for residential uses may be created from residences that are surplus to a farming operation. The amount of land removed from agricultural activity should be limited to the amount of land required to support the existing buildings, septic system and well and shall comply with the minimum distance separation formulae. The zoning provisions will prohibit any future residential development on the retained lands. The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) reviewed the application and concluded that there are no significant natural heritage or natural hazard features on the subject property therefore addressing section 2.1 and 3.0 of the PPS. The Department is of the opinion that the application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 5. MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNTY OFFICIAL PLAN DESIGNATION: Agricultural Area & Hazard Lands TRANSPORTATION: Local Road CONSTRAINTS: None The subject property is designated 'Agricultural in the Bruce County Official Plan. The Agricultural Areas of the County are intended to permit primarily agricultural uses, uses which are supportive of agriculture, and limited non-farm development by the severance of surplus dwellings. The consent policies for the Agricultural designation are outlined in Section of the Official Plan and point b) allows the severance of a surplus farm residence as outlined below: The severance of land within the Agricultural designation shall be considered under the following circumstances: b) Where the lands contain a surplus farm residence and buildings as a result of farm consolidation. Consolidation need not result from the purchase of abutting farm lands; and, providing: the applicant is a bona fide farmer; the applicant owns other farm land; the surplus farm residence must be habitable and such consent need not meet the aggregate setbacks. In considering applications for consent, the requirements of the Minimum Distance Separation Formulae shall apply.

6 The Planning Department is of the opinion that the owner is a bona fide farmer who owns several other farm holdings in the area and farms in cooperation with his father. The farm residence is habitable and the surplus lot has been created in order that the greatest amount of tillable land is kept with the farm. The severed parcel is approx 2.35 acres in size. A size of acres is generally sufficient to accommodate the septic system, the area for a replacement system, and to meet the MOE separation requirements between wells and septic systems. The Health Unit has no objections to the application and states the system appears to be functional and within the proposed 0.95 ha parcel. As a result of the public circulation, there is an indication that the weeping bed may be located outside of the proposed property line. Due to the current weather conditions the exact location of the tile bed has not been determined. The Planning Department recommends that a condition of the consent be that the applicant establishes the location of the weeping bed and if located outside of the proposed parcel, the weeping bed be moved onto the property prior to the certification of the deeds. As mentioned above the severed parcel is 2.35 acres and is therefore slightly larger than required; however the proposed property line follows an existing tree line on the east and north side of the proposed parcel and meets the side and rear yard setback requirements as per the zoning provisions and therefore the parcel fabric is appropriate. No significant amounts of agricultural lands will be removed from productivity as a result of this proposal. The Planning Department is required to apply MDS I separation guidelines to the potential severance by the County Official Plan and the Township of Elderslie Zoning By-law As discussed above, there were some discrepancies in the MDS calculations due to differences in the information provided by the applicant and the owner of the adjacent farm to the west of the subject property. In order to apply the same criteria regarding maximum housing capacity to the each of the barns within the 1500 ft, the Planning Department decided to base the MDS calculations on the barn size numbers provided by the MPAC system. Based on the MPAC numbers all three barns within 1500 ft of the subject property meet the MDS requirements. MDS I requirements for the barn and house on the severed parcel are not a concern because the barn is on the same property and therefore MDS does not apply. Any future barns constructed in the surrounding area will be subject to MDS II calculations, however future MDS II calculations do not change as a result of the zoning and subsequent severance because the dwelling currently exits and already forms a part of MDS II calculations. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Department believes that the proposal maintains the intent and purpose of the Bruce County Official Plan policies. 6. MATTERS ARISING FROM LOCAL PLANNING DOCUMENTS A. Township of Elderslie Zoning By-law #7-84 CURRENT ZONING: A1 General Agriculture & EH Environmental Hazard PROPOSED ZONING RETAINED: A1-kk General Agriculture Special & EH Environmental Hazard

7 SEVERED: A1-jj General Agriculture Special The zoning amendment will rezone: the retained parcel to prohibit the construction of any new residential dwellings severed parcel to limit the number of livestock units to 0.5 livestock units per acre (1.24 livestock units per hectare). The existing structures on the proposed severed lot meet the zone provisions of Section 9.2. No new structures are proposed. Any future development on the subject lands must comply with the zone provisions at that time. The Planning Department believes the proposal maintains the intent and purpose of the Township of Elderslie Zoning By-law RECOMMENDATIONS The proposed amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, maintains the goals and objectives of the County Official Plan and will be in compliance with an amended Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the Corporation of the Township of Elderslie By-law No It is the recommendation of the Planning and Economic Development Department: That the zone change application Z for the property described as 164 Brant-Elderslie, Concession 1, Lot 12 (Elderslie) Municipality of Arran Elderslie BE APPROVED. Questions/Comments: Riley confirmed that the barn is included with the proposed surplus farm dwelling lot. There was no comment from any members of the public. Eagleson noted that Hammel had put some extra time in satisfying the neighbours concerns prior to the hearing. The by-law was passed. PLANNING REPORT: Z DATE: March 25, 2008 PREPARED BY: Sabine Hammel Municipal Planner for the Municipality of

8 Arran-Elderslie SUBJECT: Arran Zoning By-law Amendment for Smiley Attachments Appendix A Due Diligence Appendix B Site Plan Appendix C County Mapping PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATION: Subject to review of objections and submissions arising from the public hearing the following recommendation is made: That the zone change application Z for the property described as 4846 Bruce Road 3, Concession A, Pt Lt 15 (Arran), Municipality of Arran Elderslie BE APPROVED. SUMMARY OF THE APPLICATION: Al and Joyce Smiley co Ron Davidson, Owen Sound, ON submitted applications to amend the Arran Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No The proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment will rezone the property to facilitate the severance of four residential lots and will is proposing to rezone the severed lots from A1-g General Agriculture Special to R1 Detached Residential and R1-f Detached Residential Special (Lot 1). The special provisions on Lot 1 will recognize existing setback deficiencies and limit the number of livestock units on the property. The zoning amendment and severance for each parcel is outlined below: The special provisions on the retained lands will remain the same and require an increased MDS separation from new barns should remain. Retained Lot 1 Lot 2,3 & 4 Frontage ± 198 m (650 ft) 76.8m (252 ft) 47.8 m (157 ft) Depth ± 1005 m (3 297ft) m (343 ft) 76.8 m (252 ft) Area ha (93.2 ac) m2 ( ft2) m2 (39 828ft2) Proposed A1-g General Agriculture R1-f Detached Residential R1 Detached Residential Zoning Special, A1 General Special Agriculture & EH Existing / Environmental Hazard MDS requirements for new or expanded farming operations Permit four accessory buildings (Section 6.3.3) None Proposed shall be twice those required by Section 8.6 Reduced exterior side yard setback for accessory buildings from

9 Zoning Provisions 6 m (19.7 ft) to 0.7 m (2.3 ft) (Section iii) Limit the number of livestock units to 0.5 livestock units per acre (1.24 livestock units per hectare) 1. PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT AND CONTEXT The property is located at the corner of Bruce Road 3 and Bruce Road 17 in the Hamlet of Burgoyne. The applications are proposing the creation of 4 residential lots in the Hamlet. Lot 1 will contain the exiting house, barn and accessory buildings. Lots 2-4 will be vacant. The retained lands are vacant.. PROPERTY INFO SUMMARY File No Related Files Legal Description: Z B , B , B , B Bruce Road 3, Concession A, Pt Lot 15 (Arran) Municipality of Arran Elderslie, Roll No: ) Lot Description: Frontage: 275 m (902 ft) Depth 1005 m (3 297 ft) Area: 40.1 ha (99ac) Access: Bruce Road 3 & Bruce Road 17 Services: On-site individual sewage and water system Buildings & Structures: Existing: Detached dwelling, barn, & accessory buildings County OP Designation: Local OP Designation: Local Zoning By-law: Existing Proposed Proposed: NA Hamlet Community NA A1-g General Agriculture Special R1-f Detached Residential Special & A1-g General Agriculture Zoning Restrictions: Surrounding Land Uses: Special MDS requirements for new or expanded farming operations shall be twice those required by Section 8.6 Agriculture and residential 2. MATTERS ARISING FROM AGENCY CIRCULATION All agencies that reviewed the application had no objection to the proposal. The Bruce County Highways Department has no objection to the proposed developed but is requesting 17-foot road widening along Bruce Road MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC CIRCULATION

10 The application was circulated to the public within 120 m (400ft) of the property on February 29, The Planning Department did receive one letter of objection date March 10, However the letter did not specify the objections to the application. 4. MATTERS ARISING FROM PROVINCIAL POLICY FRAMEWORK Under Section 3 of the Planning Act, the Municipality shall be consistent with matters of provincial interest as set out in the Provincial Policy Statements (PPS). The PPS encourages that designated urban areas such as Hamlet Community are the focus of growth. Further the policies of Section Settlement Areas encourage land use and densities that efficiently use the available land and resources, are appropriate to the level of infrastructure and services available and minimize negative impacts on the environment.the PPS allows for new developments of five or less lots to be serviced by on-site sewage and water services where municipal and/or communal sewage and water services are not available and where site conditions are suitable for the long-term provision of on-site services. The Department is of the opinion that the application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement. 5. MATTERS ARISING FROM COUNTY OFFICIAL PLAN DESIGNATION: Hamlet Community, Rural Area & Hazard Lands TRANSPORTATION: Arterial Road Bruce County 3 and Bruce County 17 CONSTRAINTS: None The County of Bruce Official Plan currently designates the subject land as Agriculture. However, the update mapping that is currently undergoing approval for the County Plan review has designated the property Rural, Hamlet Community and Hazard Lands'. Section 24(2) of the Planning Act details pending amendments and allows the Council of any municipality to which the plan applies, before the amendment to the official plan comes into effect, pass a by-law that does not conform with the official plan but will conform with it if the amendment comes into effect. The County of Bruce Agricultural, Tourism and Planning Committee approved the County Official Plan Amendment on July 23, 2007 and County Council adopted it on September 6, Currently the plan amendment is awaiting approval by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Therefore, the Planning Department will review the applications under the Rural and Hamlet policies (Appendix C). The Hamlet Community policies (Section 5.2.4) of the Bruce County Official Plan direct a limited amount of the anticipated permanent population growth to the Hamlet Communities. Permitted uses in the Hamlet designation include low density residential uses and home occupations, community facilities, commercial uses serving the day-to-day needs of the residents of the Hamlet Community and the surrounding area, highway commercial uses and dry industrial uses. The local zoning by-law will provide specifics regarding the permitted uses in individual lots. In regard to lot creation the County Plan permits infilling, rounding-out and minor extensions of existing development in Hamlet Communities provided that the new development is serviced in accordance with the standards of the appropriate approval authority. The Health Unit has reviewed the applications and finds that the proposed lots have suitable conditions and area for future residential development. Section (Consents - Primary, Secondary Urban And Hamlet Communities) of the County Plan states that consents in Hamlet Communities shall only be granted when the scale of development proposed would not require a plan of

11 subdivision; and the proposed lots are in keeping with the lot area, frontage and density pattern of the surrounding area. The Planning Department believes that a plan of subdivision is not required for the proposed development because the extension of municipal services such as roads and/or sewer and water services is not required. The proposed lots are larger than the existing lots in Burgoyne, however most lots in Burgoyne were created before formal planning processes were established. The proposed lots are appropriately sized to accommodate a house, accessory building, a septic system and a well within the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the zoning by-law. The retained lands are designated as Rural and Hazard Lands. Minimum farm size in the Rural designation for farm lots is 20 ha (50 ac). The retained lands will be approx. 93 acres in size and therefore are more than large enough to meet the minimum farm size requirements. Both the severed and retained parcels meet the policies of Section Land Division Policies. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Department believes that the proposal maintains the intent and purpose of the Bruce County Official Plan. 6. MATTERS ARISING FROM LOCAL PLANNING DOCUMENTS A. Township of Arran Zoning By-law CURRENT ZONING: A1-g General Agriculture Special, A1 General Agriculture & EH Environmental Hazard PROPOSED ZONING: Retained: A1-g General Agriculture Special & EH Environmental Hazard Severed Lot 1 R1-f Detached Residential Special Severed Lot 2 4 R1Detached Residential The proposed zoning amendment will continue to the zone the retained lands as A1-g; the special provisions will required that new barns will need to be twice the regular distance required by the MDS formula. The extra distance will provide a buffer between the Hamlet Community and new agricultural uses. The severed lots will be rezoned from the A1 to R1. In the current zoning by-law most of the lots within the Hamlet are zoned as R1; and the R1 zone is an appropriate zone for residential lots within an urban area. Permitted uses in the R1 zone include a detached dwelling and accessory buildings and structures. The special provisions on Lot 1 will: 1. Permit four accessory buildings (Section 6.3.3) 2. Recognize a reduced exterior side yard setback for accessory buildings from 6 m (19.7 ft) to 0.7 m (2.3 ft) (Section iii)

12 3. Recognize a reduced minimum front yard setback from 7.5 m (24.6 ft) to 5 m (16 ft) 4. Limit the number of livestock units to 0.5 livestock units per acre (1.24 livestock units per hectare). All future development on Lot 1 will need to comply with the zoning provisions in effect at that time. The Planning Department believes the proposal maintains the intent and purpose of the Township of Arran Zoning By-law RECOMMENDATIONS The proposed amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, maintains the goals and objectives of the County Official Plan and will be in compliance with an amended Comprehensive Zoning By-law of the Corporation of the Township of Arran By-law No It is the recommendation of the Planning and Economic Development Department: That the zone change application Z for the property described as 4846 Bruce Road 3; Concession A, Pt Lt 15 (Arran), Municipality of Arran Elderslie BE APPROVED. Questions/Comments: Riley confirmed that the barn remains with proposed Lot 1 Davis had a call from Paul Chappell who thinks this is a waste of good farmland, he is contemplating a wind turbine which could be affected by this Hammel said that there will be hamlet set backs that would affect a turbine whether or not these lots exist Council confirmed it would not be a problem. Eagleson noted that we would be leaving a barn within the hamlet and allow some animals, wondered where the manure would go. Ron Davidson said this is good development in a designated settlement area which is encouraged by the PPS and the Planning Act. There was considerable consultation with the Planning Department prior to coming to this hearing. Appreciates the County Highways reduction from 17 to 10 along Bruce Road 3.

13 McLean spoke about the side-yard restrictions, why are they reduced to 2.3 was done to provide for the existing house on the corner lot, will not permit rebuilding in the same location. Smiley added that the corner lot is being sold to an individual who intends to put on an addition with no plans to sever that lot again. The by-law was passed. Herron asked Hammel about the request for comments re James & Merle Hammell consent application: application was only made to separate one of the three original farm lots, would require a second application to separate the two lots on Concession 1. 10:45 AM BILL HOLLO, CHRIS LAFOREST, WAYNE JAMIESON, Bruce County Planning Directors and CAO re provision of planning services Eagleson noted we had met last fall about planning matters, how Council would like to work together, sent terms November 2nd, he believes we need to get our zoning consolidated, asked for comments on the letter. Hollo agreed we need to re-jig processes sometimes; suggestions from Municipality on specific details, will continue to process Arran-Elderslie s planning matters, will report to Council prior to public; basically agreed with application processing as suggested; re public inquiries will make an effort to consult with the Municipality but it could be time consuming; would like to establish regular office hours in the Municipality to discuss local matters; Municipality could handle its own inquiries if it wishes; need a dispute resolution method for public, informally through a sub-committee of Council, if not results reported to County and Council;

14 Delay in zoning consolidation down to incorporating many amendments; CAO looking for a number of different text changes, will address as many as possible. Request to shift planning from Wiarton to Walkerton, for a number of reasons they would prefer not; alternatively, the Municipality could use a consultant. They do wish to give the Municipality the best advice it can. LaForest said that sometimes people get information from them and then talk to their local Councillors because they are not happy, thinks physical presence in the Municipal office on a regular basis would help reduce complaints, could start with two and a half days per month. Once people know, they would make better use of the planner s presence. Herron asked if it could be regular days, advertised in our newsletter would be better that way. Davis said we have people with a planner s letter in their hand Councillors know nothing about a planned presence could alleviate such instances. Herron suggested there could be alternatives not raised in written correspondence. Riley thought the change to Walkerton would be handy Hollo noted if they had a presence here it would not be an issue. Eagleson agreed to stay with the Wiarton office as the problem has corrected itself. The Clerk pointed out there is no intention by the Municipality to approve information or advice given by planners just to consult in advance. Davis would like consistency in which office provides our planning. Would just be one planner assigned to provide consistency. Eagleson asked for the process on the zoning consolidation: trying to identify amendments that could be handled collectively rather than individually, building in wind turbine provisions, wrapping up mapping and first draft, will forward to the Municipality in paper and electronic formats for review and preliminary posting for the public; will be one zoning by-law for the whole Municipality, both urban and rural, would like informal public input prior to formal process; Eagleson would like the process completed as soon as possible; Hollo noted that some official plan changes will be necessary as well to deal with boundary changes. At least three other municipalities are not yet consolidated either. Cumming noted the incorrect zoning on the Paisley medical clinic, would the Planning Department shut down the project because of the zoning not their authority to enforce local zoning. Eagleson asked about other municipal properties that should have zoning changes could they be done together Hollo has discussed municipal institutional zoning with the Clerk, some properties would be changed.

15 Eagleson asked if the County is drafting a conflict resolution proposal yes, Hollo is preparing a mechanism to deal with disagreements LaForest said the most important thing is to let the planners know when there is a complaint. Eagleson would like to start the planners presence as soon as possible. Hollo to work out a schedule with the Clerk. The County no longer does formal agreements with the local municipalities LaForest said they could write up today s proposals as a protocol. Jamieson noted that would be easier to amend from time to time, also committed to working with Council to resolve the issues. Hollo noted that planning matters can be contentious when dealing with people s property. Directed Hollo to start a zoning change on the Paisley medical clinic site. 1:00 PM WORKS MANAGER, VERNON WEPPLER, WATER/SEWER FOREMAN, SCOTT MCLEOD Presented two quotes for a water/sewer works tandem-axle cargo trailer to eliminate the service truck. Asked if he should seek quotes for a half ton to replace the service truck, it was agreed to see what is available. Road Tour planned: Tuesday April 22nd, with all Department Heads McLeod would like to attend the water conference in London this year, counts for his continuing education units, do any members of Council wish to attend, needs to register this week Council agreed McLeod should attend.

16 2:00 PM PERCY WEST, CHESLEY HERITAGE TRAIL, shortfall for last of paving, would like assistance to finish the last 140 metres Circulated copies of the mapped proposal, the paving quotation and a request letter. It took $69,000 of the $80,000 Trillium grant to repair bridges. Have not asked for any financial assistance from the Municipality prior to today. Have raised another $70,000, are continuing to raise funds, may be successful with another $2,000 grant application, will have $6,000 in all which is short $3,000 to finish the paving. Any comments if the County Tourism uses the trail as part of its 2008 Passport fine, suggest locating the box in Community Park near the skateboard park/pool area. ACCOUNTS were reviewed with Staff prior to passage CORRESPONDENCE copy to all unless otherwise noted 1 REQUIRING ACTION 1.1 City of St. Catharines - requesting support of its November 26, 2007 resolution urging the Federal Government to consider changes to Bill C-22 to ensure fair and equitable representation based on population for Ontarians' seats in the House of Commons 1.2 Town of Tecumseh - requesting support of its February 27, 2008 resolution requesting the Government of Ontario to enter into an agreement with the Federal Government for the purpose of delivering Ontario s share of the $64 million Municipal Rural Infrastructure Program (MRIF) top-up funds announced in February 2007 and committing the Ontario Government to contribute matching funds of $64 million as agreed to under the November 15, 2004, Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) Agreement.

17 1.3 Bruce County Tourism municipal participation at the 2008 IPM Oswald is sitting on the County Committee, believes its important Arran-Elderslie has a booth with the County s theme of paddling, suggests we set up our own committee. Charlton will attend the County s meeting on April 1st. Costs have been set aside in our economic development budget. 1.4 Bud, Halpin seeking continued support for the 19th Harry Biermans Community Classic Request for barricades, pylons, picnic tables has been forwarded to the Works Manager, would also like to display a sign in the former Chesley library Council agreed. 1.5 Dianne King request approval to fly the Canadian Cancer Society flag in Elliott Park in April 1.6 Bruce County Planning a) request for comments re James & Merle Hammell consent application B INFORMATION ONLY 2.1 Ontario Seniors' Secretariat recipients of this year's Ontario Senior Achievement Awards 2.2 Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing

18 a) announcement of legislation to designate a portion of provincial surpluses to municipal infrastructure needs pm b) supporting Earth Hour Saturday March 29th from 8 pm to Municipal Property Assessment Corporation Carsons' Camp not appealing the Ontario Court of Appeal's decision to the Supreme Court of Canada MPAC will continue its current practice respecting the assessment of permanent trailers in seasonal campgrounds 2.4 Association of Municipalities of Ontario infrastructure a) Provincial budget surpluses directed to municipal b) Canada-Ontario infrastructure funding update 3 EVENTS REPORTS OF MEMBERS copies of any written reports to all CUMMING Attended IAC last week, presentation on tritium in the water, have tested local vegetables, no worries Has tickets for medical clinic fundraiser, dinner and concert, local businesses have made donations, individuals have also made donations.

19 DAVIS Contractor reported that our landfill fees are higher than other local sites. Set a date for our roads tour, asked each Ward Councillor to make a list of sites to visit. Would like Council to decide on cost-sharing for watermain south of Chesley on County Road 30. Paisley Fire: Chief seems to think we have cut out standby but it was offset by considerable hourly increase to reach parity with the other two fire departments. Alternative would be to offer the 2007 hourly rate plus inflation rate and keep standby give them a choice. Riley thought that Tara and Chesley should be more upset as their wages were basically frozen. The only response to the Deputy Clerk-treasurer s correspondence with Chief Bonderud was thank you but his statement on the radio was not positive. Davis repeated that it is a trade-off and Paisley will benefit in the end. Davis was directed to meet with Bonderud to sort out. Herron noted that the Fire Marshall s office recommended uniformity for the departments and the Chiefs agreed. EAGLESON Has two closed session matters to discuss. Hopes we can pave Brook St. as soon as it's fit because it is in bad shape following the winter after construction. Has never seen Matilda St. so broken up as it is this year, should consider doing it this year as well, may be able to reduce other sections scheduled this year. RILEY Would Council consider donating the practice ice time for the IPM

20 HERRON Discussed when the final budget could be passed, will require three weeks notice prior to final passage Had a nice trip CHARLTON Nothing further OSWALD County reports: a) minutes of Chesley open house February 12th b) minutes of Paisley open house February 20th c) Bruce Power Alberta completes purchase of Energy Alberta Corp. d) 2008 budget estimate Other a) OMA response to no smoking in cars support Reviewed his list of meetings and events REPORTS OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS copies of written reports to all

21 1 Recreation & Facilities Director's correspondence with Brockton re user grant following the 2005 expiration of the former agreement Council will arrange to meet with Brockton s recreation committee. Recreation Director to get up-to-date user list of Brockton residents. 2 C.U.P.E. workshops available on conflict resolution and respectful workplace training 3 Recreation & Facilities Director sound system quotes [1-Taylor] and [2-SLV Solutions] 4. Woods is moving to Georgian Bluffs, has sold his house here and purchased one there. BY-LAWS 1 Rescind By-law No. 4 08, appointment of Terry Tuck as a chief building official 2 Recreation fees as posted Feb 29th 3 Draft zoning by-laws re Calhoun and Smiley applications CLOSED SESSION 1 Bargaining information

22 MOTIONS Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: M. Cumming that we do support the City of St. Catharines November 26, 2007 resolution urging the Federal Government to consider changes to Bill C-22 to ensure fair and equitable representation based on population for Ontarians' seats in the House of Commons. Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: S. Charlton that, yes, we support the Town of Tecumseh February 27, 2008 resolution requesting the Ontario Government and Government of Canada to enter into an agreement for the purpose of delivering Ontario s share of the $64 million Municipal Rural Infrastructure Program (MRIF) top-up funds announced in February 2007 and committing the Ontario Government to contribute matching funds of $64 million as agreed to under the November 15, 2004, Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) Agreement; And that allocation of funding to Ontario Municipalities be determined in the same equitable manner as COMRIF Intakes One, Two and Three and in accordance with the guidelines and procedures established by the Management Committee appointed to administer and manage the COMRIF Agreement, in a timely manner, and to reflect the joint nature of the COMRIF; And further that a Joint Secretariat be established to support the Management Committee in the administration of the Agreement, including the timely production and sharing of information about Applicants, Projects, financial cash flows and other information. Moved by: J. Riley Seconded by: S. Charlton that we grant permission to the Canadian Cancer Society to fly its flag in Elliott Park during the month of April. Moved by: P. Eagleson Seconded by: M. Davis

23 that a by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law No. 7-84, as amended (Elderslie) re: Calhoun, Con 1 Lot 12, Roll No , be read a first and second time. Moved by: P. Eagleson Seconded by: M. Davis that the by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law No. 7-84, as amended (Elderslie) re: Calhoun, Con 1 Lot 12, Roll No , be read a third time, finally passed and numbered Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: S. Charlton that a by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law No , as amended (Arran) re: Smiley, 4846 Bruce Road 3, Concession A, Pt Lt 15, Roll No , be read a first and second time. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: R. Herron that the by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law No , as amended (Arran) re: Smiley, 4846 Bruce Road 3, Concession A, Pt Lt 15, Roll No , be read a third time, finally passed and numbered Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: P. Eagleson that, with respect to James & Merle Hammell consent application B , we have no objection. Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: S. Charlton

24 that accounts payable voucher #6-08 in the amount of $212, be paid. Moved by: M. Davis Seconded by: M. Cumming that we accept the Works Manager's recommendation to purchase a tandem-axle cargo trailer from Terry's Trailer Service at $4,490 plus taxes and licence. Council asks that the height (inside) of the trailer be 6" to 1' higher than what is quoted. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: R. Herron that we contribute up to $3,000 to complete the paving of the Chesley Heritage Trail; and that we support the Rotary Club of Chesley Inc. carrying out this project. Moved by: R. Herron Seconded by: J. Riley that, with respect to the Arran Lake Resort proposed campground expansion, we agree as follows: 1. that the proposed expansion of campsites to 300 is permitted by the existing zoning on the site and is located within the area zoned C2-Travel Trailer & Park and Commercial Campground; 2. that the current C2 zoning is in accordance with the Bruce County Official Plan; 3. that the 300 maximum number of campsites is in keeping with the scale and density provisions of the Bruce County Official Plan section 5.10; 4. that the proposed sewage collection and treatment system will be constructed with the approval of the Ministry of the Environment and will correct any existing campsite sewage deficiencies that could potentially harm Arran Lake;

25 5. that the proposal to eliminate existing, unapproved docks and provide alternative docking facilities with the approval of the Conservation Authority and/or the Ministry of Natural Resources, will enhance the campground shoreline; 6. and that no formal site plan agreement is required as all plans are in accordance with existing by-laws and are subject to the scrutiny of the Ministry of the Environment, the Ministry of Natural Resources and the local Conservation Authority. Moved by: J. Riley Seconded by: M. Cumming that the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the OPP agreement to continue computer lease for JUS#: JUS00SPC Serial #:KCGK9VN. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: M. Cumming that Council finance a practice ice-time session for the IPM hockey match; and that Council finance one-day's waste from the IPM at the landfill. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: J. Riley that we accept the quotation from Taylor to supply and install a ceiling - mounted sound system in Chesley Community Centre at a cost of $6, Moved by: P. Eagleson Seconded by: J. Riley that a by-law to rescind by-law no. 4 08, being a by-law to appoint a chief building official for the paisley medical clinic area of jurisdiction, be read a first and second time. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: P. Eagleson

26 that the by-law to rescind by-law no. 4 08, being a by-law to appoint a chief building official for the paisley medical clinic area of jurisdiction, be read a third time, finally passed and numbered Moved by: P. Eagleson Seconded by: M. Cumming that a by-law to amend the Municipal Code (recreation facilities rates) be read a first and second time. Moved by: S. Charlton Seconded by: M. Cumming that the by-law to amend the Municipal Code (recreation facilities rates) be read a third time, finally passed and numbered Moved by: M. Davis Seconded by: M. Cumming that we go into closed session with the Clerk/CAO to discuss identifiable individuals. Moved by: M. Cumming that we return to regular session. Seconded by: M. Davis Moved by: J. Riley that we do now adjourn to the call of the Mayor. Seconded by: M. Davis

27 Adjourned at 5 pm