The Corporation of the County of Essex By-Law Number 51-2014

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Agenda 3 Minutes of September 3, 2014 September 3, 2014 CC Minutes Regular 11 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 4, 2014 September 4, 2014 AMO Watch File 19 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 11, 2014 September 11, 2014 AMO Watch File 21 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 18, 2014 September 18, 2014 AMO Watchfile 23 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 18, 2014 September 18, 2014 AMO Policy Update 25 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 25, 2014 September 25, 2014 AMO Watchfile 28 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 25, 2014 September 25, 2014 AMO 30 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce - September 2, 2014 September 2, 2014 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce 31 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce - September 16, 2014 September 16, 2014 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce 42 The Premier of Ontario August 26, 2014 The Premier of Ontario 54 The Premier of Ontario August 29, 2014 The Premier of Ontario 55 Environment Canada August 27, 2014 Environment Canada 56 City of Chicago and the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative September 24, 2014 News Release 62 Town of Lakeshore September 17, 2014 Lakeshore resolution 64 Township of Greater Madawaska September 19, 2014 Greater Madawaska resolution 65 City of Kingston September 19, 2014 Kingston resolution 68 Pathway to Potential

1 September 10, 2014 Pathway to Potential 69 Windsor Essex County Environment Committee (WECEC) minutes dated September 4, 2014. September 4, 2014 WECEC minutes 75 Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) minutes dated, March 20, 2014 and May 15, 2014. March 20, 2014 WECHU minutes 107 May 15, 2014 WECHU minutes 112 Report Number 2014-R006-CS-1001-MB from Mary Brennan, Director of Council Services/Clerk, dated October 1, 2014 regarding the 2015 County Council Meeting Schedule. 2014-R006-CS-1001-MB 117 Report of the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA), dated July 9, 2014, Mr. Ron McDermott, Vice Chair. July 9, 2014 EWSWA minutes 121 Report of the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee (ECAAC), dated September 11, 2014, Mr. Charles Wright, County Representative. September 11, 2014 ECAAC minutes 130 Report Number 2014-R04-HR-1001-GPS from Greg Schlosser, Director of Human Resources, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Non-Union Performance Management Policy 95-003. 2014-R04-HR-1001-GPS 137 Report Number 2014-R21-FIN-1001-RM from Robert Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Electricity and Natural Gas Update - Commodity Price Hedging Strategy - AMO/LAS Procurement Program. 2014-R21-FIN-1001-RM 142 Report Number 2014-R22-FIN-1001-RM from Robert Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Projected Results of Operations for 2014. 2014-R22-FIN-1001-RM 146 Windsor Essex County Environment Committee Reports #83, #85, #86 and #87 WECEC Report # 83 150 WECEC Report # 85 166 WECEC Report # 86 170 WECEC Report # 87 183 51-2014 51-2014 186

Essex County Council

Regular Meeting Agenda (also available at County of Essex website)

Wednesday, October 1, 2014 County Council Chambers 2nd Floor, Essex Civic Centre

7:00 PM Regular Meeting

1. Prayer or Moment of Reflection

2. Singing of ‘O Canada’

3. Recording of Attendance

4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

5. Adoption of Regular Meeting Minutes

Moved by Seconded by That the minutes of the September 3, 2014 Regular Meeting of Essex County Council be adopted as presented.

September 3, 2014 County Council Minutes

6. County Warden’s Welcome And Remarks

7. Delegations and Presentations

There are no delegations for the October 1, 2014 meeting.

Corporation of the County of Essex Phone: 519-776-6441 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, Ontario, N8M 1Y6 FAX: 519-776-4455 TTY Telephone (Toll Free): 1-877-624-4832 3 Essex County Council Agenda Regular Meeting Wednesday, October 1, 2014

8. Communications

A) Correspondence

(1) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 4, 2014

Received e-mailed copy of AMO Watchfile, dated September 4, 2014. September 4, 2014 AMO Watchfile

(2) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 11, 2014

Received e-mailed copy of AMO Watchfile, dated September 11, 2014. September 11, 2014 AMO Watchfile

(3) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 18, 2014

Received e-mailed copy of AMO Watchfile, dated September 18, 2014. September 18, 2014 AMO Watchfile

(4) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 18, 2014

Received e-mail, dated September 18, 2014 regarding AMO Policy Update - Double Hatter Firefighter Issue in the Media. September 18, 2014 AMO Policy Update

(5) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 25, 2014

Received e-mailed copy of AMO Watchfile, dated September 25, 2014. September 25, 2014 AMO Watchfile

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(6) Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) - September 25, 2014

Received e-mail, dated September 25, 2014 from AMO regarding Provincial Mandate Letters Released. September 25, 2014 AMO

(7) Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce - September 2, 2014

Received e-mail, dated September 2, 2014 from WERCC regarding News from the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. September 2, 2014 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce

(8) Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce - September 16, 2014

Received e-mail, dated September 16, 2014 regarding News from the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. September 16, 2014 Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce

(9) The Premier of Ontario

Received correspondence, dated August 26, 2014 from Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario responding to the County's correspondence regarding Bill 8, the proposed Public Sector and MPP Accountability and Transparency Act, 2014. August 26, 2014 The Premier of Ontario

(10) The Premier of Ontario

Received correspondence, dated August 29, 2014 from Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario responding to the County's correspondence regarding the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste Phase 2 program. August 29, 2014 The Premier of Ontario

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(11) Environment Canada

Received correspondence, dated August 27, 2014 from Lesley Dunn, Acting Regional Director, Canadian Wildlife Service - Ontario regarding Consultation on the Proposed Recovery Strategy for Scarlet Ammannia in Canada. August 27, 2014 Environment Canada

(12) City of Chicago and the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative

Received copy of News Release, dated September 24, 2014 from the Office of the Mayor, City of Chicago and Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative regarding Mayors Call for Immediate Action to Keep Drinking Water Safe in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River. September 24, 2014 News Release

(13) Town of Lakeshore

Received correspondence, dated September 17, 2014 from Mary Masse, Clerk Town of Lakeshore referring to their resolution supporting Essex County Council resolution regarding the Cancellation of the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) - Phase 2 Program. September 17, 2014 Lakeshore Resolution

(14) Township of Greater Madawaska

Received e-mail, dated September 19, 2014 from Allison Hotzhauer, CAO Clerk-Treasurer, Township of Greater Madawaska in regards to their resolution referring to Bill 83, Protection of Public Participation Act, 2014. September 19, 2014 Greater Madawaska resolution

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(15) City of Kingston

Received correspondence, dated September 19, 2014 from John Bolognone, City Clerk, City of Kingston regarding their resolution endorsing the lowering of speed limit on residential streets to 40 kilometers per hour. September 19, 2014 Kingston resolution

(16) Pathway to Potential

Received e-mail, dated September 10, 2014 from Pathway to Potential regarding the September issue of their newsletter. September 10, 2014 Pathway to Potential

(17) Janet Woodbridge former Chief Librarian, Essex County Library

Received card of appreciation for thoughtfulness shown upon her retirement as Chief Librarian, Essex County Library.

(18) Family of the Late Len Cecile (former County of Essex Building Maintenance Supervisor)

Received card of appreciation from the Cecile Family for thoughtfulness shown during their time of sorrow.

Moved by Seconded by That the correspondence listed on the regular agenda for October 1, 2014 be received and any noted action be approved.

B) Resolutions

9. Consent Agenda

A) Windsor Essex County Environment Committee (WECEC) minutes dated September 4, 2014.

September 4, 2014 WECEC minutes

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B) Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) minutes dated, March 20, 2014 and May 15, 2014.

March 20, 2014 WECHU minutes May 15, 2014 WECHU minutes

C) Report Number 2014-R006-CS-1001-MB from Mary Brennan, Director of Council Services/Clerk, dated October 1, 2014 regarding the 2015 County Council Meeting Schedule.

2014-R006-CS-1001-MB

Moved by Seconded by That the information items listed on the Consent Agenda for October 1, 2014 as item(s) 9A) and B) be received, and that the recommendation contained in the administrative report listed on the said Consent Agenda as item 9C) be received.

10. Reports and Questions

A) Report of the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA), dated July 9, 2014, Mr. Ron McDermott, Vice Chair. July 9, 2014 EWSWA minutes

THAT the minutes of the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority, dated July 9, 2014 be received.

B) Report of the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee (ECAAC), dated September 11, 2014, Mr. Charles Wright, County Representative. September 11, 2014 ECAAC minutes

THAT the minutes of the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee, dated September 11, 2014 be adopted.

C) Report Number 2014-R04-HR-1001-GPS from Greg Schlosser, Director of Human Resources, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Non-Union Performance Management Policy 95-003. 2014-R04-HR-1001-GPS

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D) Report Number 2014-R21-FIN-1001-RM from Robert Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Electricity and Natural Gas Update - Commodity Price Hedging Strategy - AMO/LAS Procurement Program. 2014-R21-FIN-1001-RM

E) Report Number 2014-R22-FIN-1001-RM from Robert Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, dated October 1, 2014 regarding Projected Results of Operations for 2014. 2014-R22-FIN-1001-RM

11. Unfinished Business

12. New Business

A) Windsor Essex County Environment Committee Reports #83, #85, #86 and #87

Notification was received that the Windsor Essex County Environment Committee (WECEC) Reports #83, #85, #86 and #87 have been considered by the City of Windsor Environment, Transportation and Public Safety Standing Committee and their recommendations regarding these reports will be considered by Windsor City Council on October 6, 2014.

These reports are provided for the consideration of Essex County Council. Any resolutions of Essex County Council regarding WECEC Reports #83, #85, #86 and #87 will be provided to Windsor City Council for their October 6, 2014 meeting. WECEC Report # 83 WECEC Report # 85 WECEC Report # 86 WECEC Report # 87

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13. Adoption of By-Laws

A) By-Law Number 51-2014

Being a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex. (October 1, 2014) 51-2014

Moved by Seconded by That By-Law #51-2014, having been read a first, second and third time, be finally passed and enacted.

14. Notice of Motion

15. Adjournment

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Essex County Council

Regular Meeting Minutes (also available at County of Essex website)

Wednesday, September 3, 2014 County Council Chambers 2nd Floor, Essex County Civic Centre

6:00 PM Closed Meeting

170-14 Moved by Mr. Paterson Seconded by Mr. Sutherland That Council move into a closed meeting pursuant to Section 239 (2)(b)(d) and (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended for the following reason(s): • Personal matter about an identifiable individual; • Labour relations matters; and • Potential litigation before an administrative tribunal Carried

174-14 Moved by Mr. Wright Seconded by Mr. Carrick That Council rise from the Closed Meeting. Carried

7:00 PM Regular Meeting

1. Prayer or Moment of Reflection

2. Singing of ‘O Canada’

3. Recording of Attendance

All members of Council were present.

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4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

There was no disclosure of pecuniary interest.

5. Adoption of Regular Meeting Minutes

175-14 Moved by Mr. McNamara Seconded by Mr. Paterson That the minutes of the August 13, 2014 Regular Meeting of Essex County Council be adopted as presented. Carried

6. County Warden’s Welcome and Remarks

Warden Bain welcomed the members and noted that he had attended the following events:

• Cops for Kids Camp at Gesstwood Camp and Retreat Centre

• Tomato Festival

• Tecumseh Corn Festival. Warden Bain also participated in the ALS Ice Bucket challenge

• Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus meeting in London – The Warden advised that a joint meeting had taken place with the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus where issues such as high speed internet and job creation were discussed.

• Harrow Fair

• AMO Convention – Warden Bain advised that he and Mr. Gregg and Mr. McNamara had met with the Ministry of Health representatives regarding additional funding for the Windsor Essex County Health Unit.

• Leamington Raceway Opening on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 1:30 PM at the Leamington Fairground.

• Warden Bain introduced the new Chief Librarian, Robin Greenall and welcomed her to the County of Essex.

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7. Delegations and Presentations

8. Communications

A) Correspondence

176-14 Moved by Mr. Wright Seconded by Mr. McDermott That the correspondence listed on the regular agenda for September 3, 2013 be received and any noted action be approved. Carried

B) Resolutions

There were no resolutions for the September 3, 2014 meeting.

9. Consent Agenda

A) Report No. 2014-R024-ENG-0903-TRB from Tom Bateman, P. Eng. County Engineer, dated September 3, 2014 regarding Municipal Drainage Reports and Assessments.

177-14 Moved by Mr. Santos Seconded by Mr. Sutherland That the information item listed on the Consent Agenda for September 3, 2014 as item 9.A) be received. Carried

10. Reports and Questions

A) Report Number 2014-R005-CS-0903-MB from Mary Brennan, Director of Council Services/Clerk dated, September 3, 2014 regarding Restricted Acts of Council after Nomination Day.

178-14 Moved by Mr. McNamara Seconded by Ms. Hardcastle That, provisional upon Essex County Council being subject to the restricted acts of Council set out in Section 275 (3) of The Municipal Act, 2001 as amended, following nomination day, Essex County Council delegates approval authority to the Chief Administrative Officer of the County of Essex for the period September 13 to December 10, 2014, to approve the following acts:

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10. Reports and Questions (Continued…)

• appointment or removal of any Officer (Department Head) of the County of Essex;

• disposition of real property owned by the County of Essex;

• unbudgeted expenditures or liabilities of the County of Essex exceeding $50,000;

And further that the Chief Administrative Officer will report to Essex County Council any intended use of this delegated authority. Carried

B) Report Number 2014-R025-ENG-0903-TRB from Tom Bateman, P. Eng. County Engineer, dated September 3, 2014 regarding County Road 22 Capacity and Safety Improvement Program Phase 5B, Contract Award.

179-14 Moved by Mr. Antaya Seconded by Mr. McDermott That the Warden and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with Dillon Consulting Ltd. for the provision of Contract Administration/On Site Services for Phase 5B of the County Road 22 Capacity and Safety Improvement Program, and

That the tender for the construction of Phase 5B of the County Road 22 Capacity and Safety Improvement Program be awarded as follows:

Project No. 13107-545 County Road 22 – Phase 5B to:

Coco Paving Inc. for a Total Tender Amount of $3,178,000.00 plus H.S.T. Carried

Ms. Hardcastle questioned when the report previously requested by Council reviewing the designation of County Roads, would be coming to Council. Mr. Gregg stated that this report would be brought to the newly elected Council in early 2015.

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10. Reports and Questions (Continued…)

C) Report Number 2014-R007-EMS-0903-BK from Bruce Krauter, Chief, Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services, dated September 3, 2014 regarding The Corporation of the Town of Essex and EMS Station Lease Agreement.

180-14 Moved by Mr. Hurst Seconded by Mr. Paterson That the Lease Agreement pertaining to the property municipally known as 53 Alice Street North, Essex, Ontario, be approved for a fixed term of twenty (20) years, from February 15, 2013 to February 14, 2033 at a fixed cost of $11.46 per square foot (plus applicable taxes) of usable floor area and that By-Law #46-2014 be adopted authorizing the Warden and the Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the Corporation of the County of Essex. Carried

D) Report Number 2014-R008-EMS-0903-BK, from Bruce Krauter, Chief, Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services, dated September 3, 2014, re: Delegation of Authority to Sign EMS Special Events Service Agreements.

Mr. Paterson questioned if a report could be provided by EMS which outlined how many hours were spent on special events and the amount billed and received. Chief Krauter advised that this information was tracked and could be provided.

181-14 Moved by Mr. Paterson Seconded by Mr. Fazio That By-Law #48-2014 be adopted, under which authority to execute Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services’ (EWEMS) Special Events Services Agreements with purchasers of EWEMS services would be delegated by Essex County Council to the Chief of Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services and Chief Administrative Officer or senior administration appointed to assume their duties during periods of absences. Carried

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10. Reports and Questions (Continued…)

E) Report Number 2014-R005-SPH-0903-LM, from Lynda Monik, Administrator, Sun Parlor Home, dated September 3, 2014 re: Impact of Obligation to Comply with Directives of the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management

182-14 Moved by Mr. McNamara Seconded by Mr. Antaya That costs incurred to comply with directives of the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management at Sun Parlor Home, estimated to be $243,500, be recovered from the Corporation’s Rate Stabilization Reserve. Carried

11. Unfinished Business

A) Official launch of new County of Essex Website, www.countyofessex.on.ca and CWATS website, www.cwats.ca.

Mrs. Brennan and Ms. Mustac unveiled the new County of Essex website and County Wide Active Transportation System website.

B) Public Reporting of Closed Meeting held at 6:00 PM, September 3, 2014.

A Closed Meeting of Essex County Council was held at 6:00 PM, on September 3, 2014, pursuant to Section 239(2)(b)(d) and (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001.

During that meeting, Administration provided information on a personal matter about an identifiable individual, labour relations matters, and potential litigation before an administrative tribunal and received direction from Council on how to proceed.

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12. New Business

A) Maryvale Adolescent and Family Services – Smile Cookie Cook-off

Mr. Carrick encouraged everyone to purchase Smile Cookies from Tim Horton’s from September 15 – 22, 2014. He noted that 100% of the proceeds would go to Maryvale Adolescent and Family Services which was a mental health facility that treats youth with challenges.

B) Accessibility Workshop – October 30, 2014

Mr. Wright reminded members of Council of the upcoming Accessibility Workshop scheduled for Thursday, October 30, 2014.

13. Adoption of By-Laws

A) By-Law Number 46-2014

A By-law Authorizing the Execution of a Lease Agreement between The Corporation of the Town of Essex and The Corporation of the County of Essex. (EMS Station 53 Alice Street N. Essex)

B) By-Law Number 47-2014

A By-law Authorizing the Execution of a Contract Administration and On Site Services Agreement between Dillon Consulting Ltd. and The Corporation of the County of Essex. (Phase 5B of County Road 22 Capacity and Safety Improvement Program)

C) By-Law Number 48-2014

A By-law Delegating Authority to Execute Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services Special Events Services Agreements.

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13. Adoption of By-Laws (Continued…)

D) By-Law Number 49-2014

A By-law Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement Between The Corporation of the County of Essex and Treco Development Corp.

E) By-Law Number 50-2014

Being a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex. (September 3, 2014)

183-14 Moved by Mr. McNamara Seconded by Mr. Hurst

That By-Laws #46-2014 through #50-2014 having3T been read a first, second and third time, be finally passed and enacted. —CARRIED

14. Notice of Motion

15. Adjournment

Upon motion of Ms. Hardcastle and Mr. Antaya, the meeting adjourned at 8:24 PM.

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Double Hatter Firefighter Issue in the Media

Issue: Professional firefighters as volunteer firefighters during their free time.

Yesterday, this issue was profiled in a front page Globe and Mail story about a firefighter who is taking on the union’s actions as relates to ‘double hatting’. ‘Double hatting’ is forbidden by the International Association of Fire Fighters and its Ontario union, The Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association. Over the years, union charges have been brought against individuals who are double hatters and as a result, generally stop their involvement as a volunteer. Double hatters want to protect family, friends and the community where they live and are an important backbone of fire services within smaller municipalities and its loss proves challenging. Many double hatters were volunteer fire fighters before becoming salaried professionals.

Tom Hunse, a Toronto professional fire fighter for 22 years and a 26 year volunteer with Innisfil Fire Services and his union, is demanding that since he has not stopped his volunteer work that he be fired from his Toronto job. Mr. Hunse is taking a principled stand – that how he uses his free time is his to determine. Yesterday’s Globe and Mail and other major news outlets are now covering his story. The public’s reaction is that Hunse and other double hatters should be able to use their skills and knowledge in their free time in his own community without repercussion. An arbitration hearing is set for later this year that would deal with his permanent employment status with the City since he is no longer a member in good standing and only Association members in good standing are able to be members of the full-time bargaining unit.

Mr. Hunse has filed a Duty for Fair Representation Application with the Ontario Labour Relations Board against the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters Association. The "duty of fair representation" provisions of the Labour Relations Act stipulate that a trade union shall not act in a manner that is arbitrary, discriminatory or in bad faith in representing employees.

AMO has requested intervener status as this matter affects many municipal governments and the double hatters that work. This is a matter of fairness and personal liberty as fire fighters should be able to use their free time as they wish to without reprisal or interference. These volunteers should be supported, not pressured for wanting to protect their neighbours in their home communities. The union does not object to full time firefighters working other jobs which many do.

What is the solution to this threat? A simple change to provincial law would prevent this type of union interference. To our knowledge, every Canadian province has such protection, except for Ontario and Newfoundland. It is time for Ontario to give our volunteer firefighters the same freedom and protection that other employees in Ontario enjoy, as well as those fire fighters everywhere else in the nation.

Attached is a draft council resolution your council may wish to pass that asks the Ontario government to provide this protection to double hatter firefighters who want to serve their home communities in their spare time.

As mentioned, double hatters are worried about being threatened with job loss and municipal governments have been watching this matter closely. If you feel your municipality is vulnerable, please let us know.

Link to the Globe and Mail article (http://m.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/union-turns-up-the-heat-on- firefighters-who-volunteer-on-days-off/article20635456/?service=mobile).

Contact: Monika Turner, Director of Policy, [email protected] 1-877-426-6527 ext. 318

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25 Draft Council Resolution to Support Double Hatters’ rights

WHEREAS the training and certification of professional firefighters is established and mandated by the Province of Ontario under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997;

AND WHEREAS it is the responsibility of municipalities to establish fire departments and appoint fire chiefs to provide fire protection services as they determine may be necessary in accordance with their needs and circumstances;

AND WHEREAS many Ontario municipalities rely on both full time and volunteer firefighters in order to provide fire protection;

AND WHEREAS the International Association of Fire Fighters ("IAFF") Constitution prohibits full time firefighters from volunteering as firefighters in another municipal jurisdiction (i.e. "Double Hatting");

AND WHEREAS the IAFF’s stance on Double Hatting is specifically prohibited by legislation in almost all provinces in Canada and much of the United States;

AND WHEREAS a volunteer firefighter in the Innisfil Fire and Rescue Service is challenging the IAFF ban on Double Hatting and their expulsions from that union because of his desire to continue volunteering while being employed as a full-time firefighter in another jurisdiction;

AND WHEREAS the right of individuals to use their free time in service of their community is a fundamental right in a free, open and democratic society.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of ______requests that the Province of Ontario amend the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 with respect to salaried firefighters who also work as volunteer firefighters, such that if a person is denied membership in an association of firefighters, is expelled or disciplined by the association or engages in reasonable dissent within the association in connection with this kind of dual role, the association is not permitted to require the employer to refuse to employ the person as a salaried firefighter, terminate his or her employment as a salaried firefighter or refuse to assign the person to fire protection services.

This resolution should be sent to the following:

• Hon. Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario • Hon. Madeline Meilleur, Attorney General • Hon. Kevin Flynn, Minister of Labour • Hon. Yasir Naqvi, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services • Hon. Ted McMeekin, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

PLEASE NOTE: AMO Breaking News will be broadcast to the member municipality’s council, administrator, and clerk. Recipients of the AMO broadcasts are free to redistribute the AMO broadcasts to other municipal staff as required. We have decided to not add other staff to these broadcast lists in order to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the management of our various broadcast lists.

DISCLAIMER: Any documents attached are final versions. AMO assumes no responsibility for any discrepancies that may have been transmitted with this electronic version. The printed versions of the documents stand as the official record.

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September 25, 2014 In This Issue - Online elections results administration page a success! - Financial help for remediation in wake of environmental violations. - Six storey wood frame construction. - Prepare for term ahead with AMO's Municipal Councillor Education Program. - LAS 2014-15 natural gas rate announced. - Save on municipal fuel purchases too! - Career opportunities with Vaughan, Windsor, OPS, Tillsonburg and Burlington.

AMO Matters Clerks and Returning officers have been emailed instructions on entering information concerning acclamations, candidates, voting methods and other information prior to the election. Over 100 municipalities have already uploaded their election information. If you have any questions about the use of the application, please contact Snezana Vukelic.

Provincial Matters The Ontario Community Environment Fund supports environmental improvement projects in a watershed where a violation occurred. Applications accepted until November 5, 2014.

As of January 1, 2015, changes to the Ontario Building Code will allow for the construction of wood framed buildings up to six storeys. Requirements are also included to ensure that these buildings meet enhanced fire safety standards.

LAS LAS has set its price for the 2014-15 Natural Gas season. From November 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015 members of the LAS Natural Gas Procurement Program will pay 16.9 cents/m3. This is 9% less than current Enbridge rates and 15-25% lower than current Union Gas rates, depending on your region.

Many members benefit from the LAS Natural Gas and Electricity Procurement Programs. However, few are aware of a third LAS Procurement Program. With the LAS Fuel Procurement Program, municipalities can save on diesel, gasoline and heating oil purchases. Learn how and get started with your FREE Fuel Analysis.

Careers Director of Environmental Services - City of Vaughan. To explore this opportunity further, please email Margaret Campbell in Odgers Berndtson’s Toronto office at [email protected] or Michael Henry at [email protected], or submit your resume and related information online.

28 Executive Director of Parks – City of Windsor. Details on this position can be found by visiting “Employment Opportunities” on the City of Windsor website, or calling 519.255.6515 for an automated job line. Resumes are to be received by 4:30 p.m., Monday, October 6, 2014.

Senior Audit Manager - Ontario Public Service. Location: Toronto. Please apply online, by October 3, 2014, by entering Job ID 69379 in the Job ID search field and following the instructions to submit your application.

Team Leader (two permanent) - Ontario Public Service. Location: Toronto. Please apply online, by October 3, 2014, by entering Job ID 68734 in the Job ID search field and following the instructions to submit your application.

Director of Operations - Town of Tillsonburg. Please submit your resume, clearly marked with posting number HR 30.14, by 4:30 pm, Friday, October 10, 2014 to: Human Resources, Town of Tillsonburg. Fax: 519.842.9431. Email: [email protected].

Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Coordinator - City of Burlington. Job No.: CS 140-14. Posting Closing Date: October 3, 2014. Please note that applications are only accepted online (click on “View Jobs”). For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 905.335.7602.

29 September 25, 2014

Provincial Mandate Letters Released

Today Premier Wynne released all the mandate letters that outline the key priorities for every Cabinet Minister and their respective ministry. The thirty letters focus on the government’s work expected to be completed over the next four years. They contain the priority provincial initiatives – many of which were stated in the government’s Throne speech, 2014 Budget, and in their election platform. They do not necessarily include all the activities such as the regular work expected to be done by each ministry and mandated reviews of various legislation. The letters can be found at http://www.ontario.ca/government/mandate-letters.

AMO is in the process of reviewing these letters. Should there be any surprises or unexpected gaps, we will let you know shortly. The AMO Board of Directors and staff will use the content of the mandate letters as we set our policy and advocacy objectives.

Contact: Monika Turner, Director of Policy, [email protected], 416-971-9856 ext. 318.

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September 2, 2014

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Business Thursday, September 18, 2014 Rochester Place Golf Club and Resort (811-997 September After Business Tecumseh Rd., Lakeshore) 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave.) 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for an evening of networking with fellow business professionals. Enjoy complimentary served appetizers and a Holiday Party cash bar with $5 drinks. Participate in the Putting Contest for DETAILS COMING SOON! prizes and more as we celebrate 32 years of business networking. Bring your business cards and don't forget to 25th Annual Business enter our door prize draw.

Excellence Awards Invite customers and/or treat staff members to an evening Presented by The Windsor out to mingle with prospective new customers in a fun Star location. Wednesday, April 22, 2015 SAVE THE DATE! Prior to the After Business evening, Rochester Place is

31 offering our guests a round of golf at very special prices: 18 Register for Events holes with cart for $35 or 9 holes with cart for $20. Online! Date: Thursday, September 18, 2014 Chamber Members Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location: Rochester Place Golf Club and Resort (811-997 Pay Less! Tecumseh Rd., Lakeshore) Advertisement Register in advance with online tickets at $10 for Members, $15 for General Admission.

Nominations Open for 25th Annual

Business Excellence Awards!

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that nominations for the 25th Annual Business Excellence Awards, presented by The Windsor Star, are now open until Friday, October 3, 2014.

This year, 12 awards will be presented and award winners will be announced on April 22, 2015 at the Business Excellence Awards. Categories include: Small Company of the Year, Mid Size Company of the Year, Large Company of the Year, International Business Award, New Business of the Year, Innovation Award, Professional of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Young Professional of the Year Forward to a (formerly Rising Leader of the Year), and Tourism & Friend

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Windsor-Essex Tech Show featuring IT Solutions Topics include security, cloud, social media, disaster recovery, 3D printing and more.

Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave.)

Sponsorship and Exhibitors welcomed! Contact [email protected].

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Annual Holiday Party: Details Coming

Soon!

It's time to start planning your 2014 Holiday Party. The easiest solution for small to medium sized companies is to have us take care of your Holiday Office Party. We supply the venue, food and entertainment, you and your guests enjoy a fun evening. More details available soon!

Newly Created Small Business Task

Force Needs Members!

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce is looking for Members to participate in our first-ever Small Business Task Force. For the Terms of Reference, click here. For more information, please contact Holly Connelly.

Canada's Premiers Must Dismantle

Internal Trade Barriers

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce have partnered with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and their fellow provincial chamber partners and to send a letter to the Council of the Federation ahead of its meeting, taking place later this month, to urge Canada’s premiers to remove the barriers to internal trade and mobility.

For more information, click here.

Membership Benefits

Visit our Membership Benefits page to review how we assist our members in achieving their goals through our business programs. Contact Sherri Dulcamaro, Director of Sales and Marketing: [email protected].

34 St. Clair College Centre for the

Arts/Chrysler Theatre

Chamber Members receive a $5 Discount from the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts! Use promo code CHAMBER when calling into the box office. All shows are $55 (plus taxes) or $500 for a table of 10. For more information on shows, click here.Visit the Chrysler Theatre online or call (519) 252-6759.

Exclusive Chamber Member Program for the Windsor Club

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Windsor Club is proud to announce a unique, new membership benefit program for Chamber members in good standing.

The Windsor Club is the premier business and social private Club in Windsor-Essex. Located on the top floor of the CIBC building at 100 Ouellette Ave. with panoramic views of Detroit and Windsor, the Club offers renowned fine dining, private company functions & business meeting hosting, weddings & themed events, as well as access to over 130 worldwide reciprocal Clubs for your enjoyment.

Chamber members receive exclusive discounted rates on all room bookings for events, meetings, presentations, conferences, whether small and large, hosted at the Windsor Club.

35 As an exciting promotional offer, the Windsor Club is providing all Chamber members with full, unlimited access to dining and events reservations from July 1 to September 30 to come and “test drive” the Club, for business networking opportunities and promotions. After the “test drive”, Chamber members will have the option to join the Club and take advantage of the flexible membership options available to small and large business, young professionals and individuals.

For further information or to set up a reservation today, please contact the Club at (519) 258-1465 or email [email protected].

Attention Members!

Is your company doing something to benefit our community that you would like highlighted in our enewsletter? Send your notes to Lindsey at [email protected]. Content space is limited.Are you celebrating a grand opening or special occasion? Contact [email protected] for help with your next celebration!

Exclusive Insurance Benefits for

Chamber Members!

The Chamber offers access to Canada’s #1 group insurance plan – the Chambers Plan. The Plan operates as a non-profit and it is known for stable, pooled, competitive rates for firms from 1 to 100 employees. As well as health and dental coverage, you can customize your plan by selecting from a list of available benefits. Some of the Chambers Plan benefits, like Best Doctors and Business Assistance Services, are even included at no cost. For more information, or to speak to your local advisor and receive a quote, please click here.

If you are considering membership to participate in Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan contact: [email protected].

Member's Corner

New Member Spotlight

A New Way to Say: Thank-you for your business, Congrats, Happy Birthday or Anniversary etc.

Just as simple as ordering flowers online, you can send a

37 bottle of wine/champagne instead right to someone's door!

Say it With a Wine is a full service online ordering and personalized delivery service that allows you to express your thoughts and feelings through the gift of wine. We will purchase, package and ship the bottle you choose from our library of 40 wines right to your lucky recipient. Bottles are encased in a decorative organza bag with ribbon and greeting card with your sentiments.

Corporate Accounts Available: Connect your brand/service to your customers through wine! Repeat customers or referrals, send a bottle of wine as a "Thank-you for your business" gesture. A card with your companies logo will accompany the gift with your sentiments.

Visit www.sayitwithawine.com to see how easy it is to send a gift of wine.

Unemployed Help Centre's Pumpkin

& Spice Ball

Proceeds from this event will benefit the UHC Plentiful Harvest Food Rescue Program and will help us continue to fight hunger in our community.

Date: September 19, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave.)

Begin the evening with a cocktail reception with live, interactive cooking demonstrations by local high school students. Followed by a decadent dinner, musical entertainment, a live auction, raffles, and dancing!

38 $100/person: Please contact the Unemployed Help Centre to purchase your tickets: (519) 944-4900. Click here for more information.

Make Your Coffee Count!

Help raise funds for local programs and services by hosting a Coffee Break event and invite friends, family and co-workers to participate and donate. The Alzheimer Society can provide supplies for groups of 10 to 1,000. Donation receipts can be provided.

In 2013, local hosts raised a total of $30,000 for Alzheimer and dementia programs in Windsor & Essex. All monies raised in Windsor & Essex are used for local programs.

The Alzheimer Society helps to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias. The demand for their services is increasing and they need increasing funds to respond to the community's needs.

Participate in the Nationwide Annual Coffee Break program by contacting Fund Development Manager Peggy Winch at (519) 974-2220 ext. 225 or email [email protected] to reserve your kit for delivery between September 1 and December 1.

Chamber Members: The Chamber member to raise the largest donation through Coffee Break will receive a mention in our Business Briefs!

University of Windsor Alumni Association Looking for New Board

39 Members

The Alumni Association’s mission, through service to the University of Windsor, adds value to the lives of students and alumni. In partnership with others and with the active involvement of alumni and friends, the Association fosters pride and the enhancement of the University’s reputation through communication, celebrations of success, and the nurturing of lifelong relationships with graduates – past, present and future.

We are looking for volunteers to commit to three, two-year terms on the board and be actively involved in alumni engagement activities including:

• Spring and fall convocation (diploma framing, welcoming new grads on behalf of the Alumni Association) • Chapter events such as networking evenings • Active involvement as a committee member – committees of the board include: o Public Affairs o Reunions and Special Events o Awards o Finance o Nominating o Mentoring • Campus events such as Welcome Week • Attend annual events such as the Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament

If you have the time to commit to the above requirements, have received a degree, diploma or certificate in a certified

40 program of one year or more from the University of Windsor, can attend monthly committee meetings (or via teleconference) and quarterly board meetings and have a desire to grow the UWindsor family, please visit www.uwindsor.ca/alumni to find out more and complete a volunteer board member form. We are also seeking volunteers from a diverse background and representative of a variety of faculties at the University. Deadline for submission for term beginning November 20, 2014: Friday, October 3, 2014.

You can also access the board nomination form here: Alumni Association Nomination Form.

For more information please contact: Patti Lauzon, Director, Alumni Affairs and Donor Communications at 253.3000 ext. 3226 or email at [email protected].

September 16,

2014

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Business Thursday, September 18, 2014 Rochester Place Golf Club and Resort (981 County Road September After Business 2, Belle River) 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Networking - This Thursday! LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

2014 Windsor Mayoral Debate Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave.) Date: Thursday, September 18, 2014 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. SAVE THE DATE! Location: Rochester Place Golf Club and Resort, 981

County Road 2, Belle River (only minutes east of Belle Windsor-Essex Tech River!) Show

Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Join us for an evening of networking with fellow business Caboto Club (2175 Parent professionals. Enjoy complimentary served appetizers and a Ave.) cash bar with $5 drinks. Participate in the Putting Contest for 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. prizes and more as we celebrate 32 years of business

42 networking. Bring your business cards and don't forget to SAVE THE DATE! enter our door prize draw. Holiday Party Prior to the After Business evening, Rochester Place is Friday, December 12, 2014 offering our guests a round of golf at very special prices: 18 Caesars Windsor (377 holes with cart for $35 or 9 holes with cart for $20. Riverside Dr. E.) 6:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Register in advance with online tickets at $10! REGISTER ONLINE!

25th Annual Business 2014 Windsor Mayoral Debate Excellence Awards Presented by The Windsor Star

Members and guests are invited to attend the 2014 Windsor Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Mayoral debate for business. Chosen candidates will be up SAVE THE DATE! close and personal on the business issues. Register for Events Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Online! 11:15 a.m. Doors Open Chamber Members 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Lunch

12:15 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Welcome & Introductions Pay Less! 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Debate Location: Caboto Club (2175 Parent Avenue) Advertisement

Online registration coming soon.

Watch for your Election Survey!

Nominations Open for 25th Annual

Business Excellence Awards!

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce is

43 pleased to announce that nominations for the 25th Annual Business Excellence Awards, presented by The Windsor Star, are now open until Friday, October 3, 2014.

This year, 12 awards will be presented and award winners will be announced on April 22, 2015 at the Business Excellence Awards. Categories include: Small Company of the Year, Mid Size Company of the Year, Large Company of the Year, International Business Award, New Business of the Year, Innovation Award, Professional of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Young Professional of the Year (formerly Rising Leader of the Year), and Tourism & Hospitality Award. Also included in the awards ceremony are the recipients of the Believe Windsor Essex and ATHENA Awards.

For more information, click here!

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Preferences This year is a very special year for the Windsor-Essex View Email In Browser Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards (BEA). This year, we celebrate our 25th anniversary! And what better way to celebrate than showing off some of our past award recipients! Please take a moment to share your BEA story with us. It is our intention to feature past award recipient stories as a lead up to the Awards this April. We appreciate your time and support of local business

44 excellence.

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Windsor-Essex Tech Show: Save the

Date! November 4, 2014

Windsor-Essex Tech Show featuring IT Solutions Topics include security, cloud, social media, disaster recovery, 3D printing and more.

Discover the latest in technology for your business from our tradeshow exhibitors. Hear from leading industry corporations such as Google, Detroit Venture Partners, Cisco and more! Confirmed speakers include Fab Dolan from Google Canada and Jacob Cohen from Detroit Venture Partners, with more to come!

Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Caboto Club (2175 Parent Ave.)

Sponsorship and Exhibitors welcomed! Contact [email protected].

Click here for more information!

Annual Holiday Party

45 It's time to start planning your 2014 Holiday Party. The easiest solution for small to medium sized companies is to have us take care of your Holiday Office Party. We supply the venue, food and entertainment, you and your guests enjoy a fun evening.

Date: Friday, December 12, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Location: Caesars Windsor (377 Riverside Dr. E.)

Our gift to you: save $5 per person before November 21! Register online.

Business to Government: Get Employer-Driven Training Programs

Right

The Government of Ontario must ensure that upcoming changes to the province’s training and employment programs reflect the needs of employers, according to a new report released by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Essential Skills Ontario.

For more information, click here.

Membership Benefits

Visit our Membership Benefits page to review how we assist our members in achieving their goals through our

46 business programs. Contact Sherri Dulcamaro, Director of Sales and Marketing: [email protected].

St. Clair College Centre for the

Arts/Chrysler Theatre

Exclusive Chamber Member Program for the Windsor Club

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Windsor Club is proud to announce a unique, new membership benefit program for Chamber members in good standing.

Chamber members receive exclusive discounted rates on all

47 room bookings for events, meetings, presentations, conferences, whether small and large, hosted at the Windsor Club.

As an exciting promotional offer, the Windsor Club is providing all Chamber members with full, unlimited access to dining and events reservations from July 1 to September 30 to come and “test drive” the Club, for business networking opportunities and promotions. After the “test drive”, Chamber members will have the option to join the Club and take advantage of the flexible membership options available to small and large business, young professionals and individuals.

For further information or to set up a reservation today, please contact the Club at (519) 258-1465 or email [email protected].

Attention Members!

Exclusive Insurance Benefits for

Chamber Members!

If you are considering membership to participate in Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan contact: [email protected].

Member's Corner

New Member Spotlight

Sylvie B Interior Design Studio just celebrated 3 years at her new location in the upper level at 2895 Kew Drive.

Sylvie believes that interior design is less about design and more about personal style. It’s about what makes you feel good, not just the latest trends. It’s about what brings you joy.

Whether you are building a new home, renovating or redecorating, the process of coordinating and designing all aspects of a project, large or small can sometimes be overwhelming. Sylvie B can help guide you throughout your design project while making the right decisions for you and your family. See it before you order it with her custom 3D renderings of your space. She will assist you in making the right decisions when it comes to coordinating the many choices available in finishes, colour schemes, furnishings, blinds, custom window treatments and accessories.

If you are looking for professional advice to avoid making costly mistakes and save valuable time, be sure to call at (519) 945-6324. Visit www.sylviebdeisgns.com.

Congratulations to Electra-Tech

Manufacturing!

The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce congratulates Electra-Tech Manufacturing Inc. on 50 years of excellence as a leading electrical control panel manufacturer.

As an industry leader, Electra-Tech has kept pace with the ever changing and rapidly advancing technologies. Designing and building control panels for many different industries using various types of equipment from various manufacturers, their customer base includes industries such as automotive, environmental, steel and food processing.

Electra-Tech is dedicated to quality and is committed to providing technically sound, competitive, and economical manufacturing sales and services.

For more information, visit Electra-Tech online at www.e- tech-mfg.com.

Make Your Coffee Count!

In 2013, local hosts raised a total of $30,000 for Alzheimer and dementia programs in Windsor & Essex. All monies raised in Windsor & Essex are used for local programs.

Chamber Members: The Chamber member to raise the largest donation through Coffee Break will receive a mention in our Business Briefs!

University of Windsor Alumni Association Looking for New Board

51 Members

We are looking for volunteers to commit to three, two-year terms on the board and be actively involved in alumni engagement activities including:

If you have the time to commit to the above requirements, have received a degree, diploma or certificate in a certified

52 program of one year or more from the University of Windsor, can attend monthly committee meetings (or via teleconference) and quarterly board meetings and have a desire to grow the UWindsor family, please visit www.uwindsor.ca/alumni to find out more and complete a volunteer board member form. We are also seeking volunteers from a diverse background and representative of a variety of faculties at the University. Deadline for submission for term beginning November 20, 2014: Friday, October 3, 2014.

You can also access the board nomination form here: Alumni Association Nomination Form.

For more information please contact: Patti Lauzon, Director, Alumni Affairs and Donor Communications at 253.3000 ext. 3226 or email at [email protected].

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CONTACT: Mayor Emanuel’s Press Office 312.744.3334 [email protected]

David Ullrich Nicola Crawhall Executive Director, Great Lakes and St. Deputy Director, Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Lawrence Cities Initiative 312.480.6501 416.407.5880 [email protected] [email protected]

MAYORS CALL FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO KEEP DRINKING WATER SAFE IN THE GREAT LAKES AND ST. LAWRENCE RIVER Toledo water crisis a ‘wake up call’

Today, at the Mayors Drinking Water Summit, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and fellow Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative mayors from across the region called for immediate action to protect the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River as a source of drinking water for over 40 million people.

“Today, my fellow mayors and I stand united in our call for more, better and faster action to protect Great Lakes and St. Lawrence residents from the kind of threat that recently closed down Toledo’s drinking water system,” said Mayor Rahm Emanuel. “This situation cannot and will not be tolerated as the new normal.”

The summit, hosted by Mayor Emanuel and the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, brought together twenty U.S. and Canadian mayors and leading experts in drinking water and environmental protection. Topics of discussion included threats to drinking water, with a particular focus on the causes of the Toledo drinking water shut down. The mayors were joined by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy, who explained the federal government’s response to the threat of microcystin toxins in Lake Erie.

“The microcystin toxin as seen in Toledo’s drinking water represents a significant public health threat, ” said Racine Mayor John Dickert, chair of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative. “Mayors will work with federal, state and provincial authorities, agricultural interests, residents and businesses to ensure that everyone is doing their part to eliminate this threat to Great Lakes drinking water.”

Following expert presentations and in-depth deliberations, the mayors called for action:

 By USEPA to establish a common limit and an emergency response protocol for microcystin in drinking water for the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence region;

 By Great Lakes states to establish a phosphorus open lake water quality standard;

 By agriculture to further reduce the runoff from farms into Lake Erie, including better nutrient management and application of the ‘4R Nutrient Stewardship’ program;

 By municipalities to further reduce phosphorus loadings through more green infrastructure, better treatment plant operations, and pollution prevention measures.

“We receive most of our water in the St. Lawrence River from the Great Lakes,” said Québec City Mayor and Québec Metropolitan Community President Régis Labeaume, “With shared responsibility for these waters, Canadian cities stand as strong partners in cleaning up Lake Erie and protecting the remaining Great Lakes from all threats to our drinking water.”

The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (www.glslcities.org) is a binational coalition of 114 mayors and other local officials representing over 17 million people, that works actively with federal, state, tribal, first nation and provincial governments and other stakeholders to advance the protection, restoration and promotion of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River basin.

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The Honourable Kathleen Wynne Cheryl Gallant, MP John Yakabuski, MPP Jim Wilson, MPP All Ontario Municipalities Association of Municipalities of Ontario

Please be advised that at its meeting held Tuesday, August 26, 2014 the Council of The Township of Greater Madawaska adopted the following resolution:

PROTECTION OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ACT, 2104 (BILL 83)

WHEREAS Bill 83, Protection of Public Participation Act, 2014, being “An Statutory Powers of Procedure Act in order to protect expression on matters of public interest” (hereinafter “Bill 83”), was introduced into the Provincial Legislature in June 2013;

WHEREAS Bill 83 was introduced by the government out of concern that Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), being lawsuits brought before the court by one party against another party or individual as a tactic for silencing or intimidating the other party, are having a chilling effect on public participation on contentious matters of public interest in Ontario;

WHEREAS Bill 83 is intended to protect persons from being subjected to legal proceedings that would stifle their ability to speak out on public issues or promote, in the public interest, action by the public or any level of government;

WHEREAS the ability to engage in public participation forums is the foundation of a democratic society;

65 WHEREAS there exist a number of high profile environmental issues in Township of Greater Madawaska that are of public interest and that have generated a great deal of debate in the community;

WHEREAS Council is of the opinion that public participation in matters of public interest ought to be encouraged and not discouraged through tactics such as strategic lawsuits against public participation;

WHEREAS provision is made in Bill 83 to amend the Courts of Justice Act for such SLAPP legal proceedings to be dismissed at an early stage and for defendants subjected to such proceedings to be indemnified for incurred costs in such proceedings with the potential for additional damages to be awarded in appropriate circumstances;

WHEREAS provision is made in Bill 83 to amend the Libel and Slander Act to state that any qualified privilege that applies in respect of an oral or written communication on a matter of public interest between two or more persons who have a direct interest in the matter applies regardless of whether the communication is witnessed or reported on by media representatives or other persons;

WHEREAS provision is made in Bill 83 to amend the Statutory Powers Procedure Act to provide that submissions for a costs order in a proceeding must be made in writing, unless the tribunal determines that to do so is likely to cause a party to the proceeding significant prejudice;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of The Township of Greater Madawaska advise the newly elected Premier of the Province of Ontario, the Honorable Kathleen Wynne, Renfrew County MP’s and MPP’s, party leaders and all Ontario municipalities of its support for the Protection of Public Participation Act, 2014 and request that Bill 83 be re-introduced forthwith in the Legislature;

THAT the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be requested to support this resolution.

As per the above resolution, please accept this correspondence for your information and consideration.

Sincerely,

Allison Holtzhauer CAO Clerk-Treasurer

This email and any attachments may contain confidential information and is intended for the recipient only. Any dissemination or use of this email or its attachments is unauthorized and may be illegal without the expressed consent of the sender and/or Township of Greater Madawaska.

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Ontario's Released its Poverty Reduction Strategy

Ontario released its Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS) • Find out more about on September 3 with promises to not only continue to tackle how we spread child poverty, but also begin to address adult poverty, including awareness about homelessness. poverty in the community

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Bridges Out of Poverty & P2P Understanding Poverty Workshops

Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals & Communities workshop that provides a frontline Ontario perspective with Circles stories and information. Thursday, October 23, 2014, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at WFCU Centre, Windsor

Pathway to Potential's Understanding Poverty Workshop that includes local information, a Windsor-Essex presenter with lived experience and discussion on what can be done to address poverty. Friday, October 24, 2014, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Downtown Windsor Public Library. Read more here.

What Matters Survey Results are in!

Results are in from the What Matters community survey. Check out What Matters to Windsor-Essex.

Meet our 2014 interns from the University of Windsor and Wayne State University

Emilie Bastien, BSW, University of Windsor. Emilie is currently working to graduate from the undergraduate program this upcoming April, along with a double minor in psychology and sociology.

Erin Flannery, MSW, Wayne State University. Erin is in her first

70 year of the MSW program at Wayne State University. She holds a M.Sc. in biological sciences and a BA in both psychology and biology from the University of Windsor.

Melissa (Missy) Sauro, BSW, University of Windsor. After returning to Windsor-Essex from Carleton University, where she studied Public Affairs and Policy Management, Missy has been dedicated to improving local opportunities for youth.

Ema Sisic, MSW, Wayne State University. Ema is in her first year of the MSW program at Wayne State University. She has a Bachelor degree in Behaviour, Cognition and Neuroscience and four years of research experience on animal cognition.

Amanda Taggart, BsCN, University of Windsor Amanda Taggart currently attends the University of Windsor and is expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) degree in the spring of 2015.

Francisco (Fran) Velasquez, BsCN, University of Windsor. Fran is in his fourth year of the BsCN program at the University of Windsor. He has past experience through community involvement and clinical placements within the Windsor community.

Congrats to Adam Vasey!

The Faculty of Law is proud to announce that lawyer, social worker and community advocate Adam Vasey will be joining Windsor Law part-time this Fall as a Law Foundation Community Leadership in Justice Fellow.

The Director of Pathway to Potential and instructor in Windsor Law's MSW/JD program is also currently supervising student interns working on a joint Windsor Law/Pathway to Potential project funded through the university's Strategic Priority Fund. He will spend his fellowship during the 2014-2015 academic year at Windsor Law exploring how the principles and practices of social work might inform the ways in which lawyers formulate responses to poverty.

The Law Foundation Fellowship is awarded in a competitive process and we congratulate Vasey on this achievement that

71 will benefit us all. The full Law Foundation of Ontario announcement can be found here.

Free Transit to Vote!

If you are an eligible voter, you may ride the bus for free when you go to vote. Present your Voter Notification Card to the bus driver on your way to and from voting. Click here for more information.

The Municipal Role in Reducing Poverty – Event Recap

P2P recently presented to municipal candidates on the topic of shared prosperity – the municipal role in reducing poverty. The events attracted just over 70 people combined in Windsor and Essex.

If you missed it, you can access the Shared Prosperity document here, our Prezi presentation here, our What Matters survey results here, and our Strategic Plan here.

Windsor SOUP

Windsor SOUP is back on October 5th! Join us at the Walkerville Brewery at 6pm for this inspiring event, which has already donated over $6500 to various community projects. The focus of the event will be on initiatives affecting youth and young adults. If you are interested in applying to present, please send in an application form. This could be your opportunity to win thousands in funding to start up or grow your project.

Top 10 Reasons Why Poverty Must be Eliminated in Canada

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Community Events and Updates

Bike Ride around Ward 3 (Colchedster South) in Essex | September 14 starting at 1 p.m.

Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre of Windsor Open House | September 15 from 3 - 7 p.m. Call 519-253-3243 for more info!

YKNOT Detroit Bus Tour | September 20, 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Ford City Arts & Heritage Fest | September 20, 11 am - 5 pm | 1168 Drouillard Road

FiveWs Windsor's 32nd Annual Banquet | September 20, 6:30 - 1:30 am | Giovanni Caboto Club w.a.v.e.s - Windsor's Artists, Visions, Energies & Sculpture Festival | September 26 & 27 | Windsor Sculpture Park

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County of Essex Administrative Report Office of the Director, Council Services/Clerk

To: Warden Tom Bain and Members of County Council

From: Mary Brennan Director of Council Services/Clerk

Date: October 1, 2014

Subject: 2015 County Council Meeting Schedule

Report #: 2014-R006-CS-1001-MB

Purpose

To seek approval from County Council for the 2015 Essex County Council Meeting Schedule.

Background

Sections 2, 3 and 4 of the County of Essex Procedure By-law #58-2010 set out procedures regarding County Council meetings.

Discussion

In accordance with Sections 2, 3 and 4 of the County of Essex Procedure By- law #58-2010, the County Council Meeting Schedule for 2015 is proposed in the attached Appendix ‘A’.

Please take note of the proposed Budget Meeting dates.

For the months of January, July and August only one meeting per month has been scheduled.

Mary Brennan, Director of Council Services/Clerk Corporation of the County of Essex, Suite 202, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON N8M 1Y6 Phone: 519-776-6441, ext. 1335; Email: Mary Brennan 117 Page 2 October 1, 2014 2014-R006-CS-1001-MB

Recommendation

The August meeting is proposed to be held the second Wednesday of the month, instead of the third, to avoid a scheduling conflict with the AMO Conference.

Respectfully Submitted Concurred With,

Mary Brennan Brian Gregg

Originally Signed by Mary Brennan Originally Signed by Brian Gregg Director of Council Services/Clerk Chief Administrative Officer

Appendix No. Title of Appendix

Appendix A 2015 County Council Meeting Schedule

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APPENDIX ‘A’

Essex County Council Meeting Schedule for 2015

Regular meetings of County Council are scheduled on the first and third Wednesday of each month unless otherwise specified.

Regular County Council Meetings commence at 7:00 p.m. and are held in the County Council Chambers located at the Essex County Civic Centre, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Upper Level, Essex, Ontario, N8M 1Y6, unless otherwise specified.

No meeting January 7, 2015* January 21, 2015

February 4, 2015 February 18, 2015

Departmental Review of Draft Final Review of Proposed Budget Budget – 4:00 p.m.

March 4, 2015 March 18, 2015

Additional Budget meeting if Adoption of Levy By-law required

April 1, 2015 April 15, 2015

May 6, 2015 May 20, 2015

June 3, 2015 June 17, 2015

July 15, 2015* August 12, 2015**

September 2, 2015 September 16, 2015

October 7, 2015 October 21, 2015

November 4, 2015 November 18, 2015

December 2, 2015 December 16, 2015

Mary Brennan, Director of Council Services/Clerk Corporation of the County of Essex, Suite 202, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON N8M 1Y6 Phone: 519-776-6441, ext. 1335; Email: Mary Brennan

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*Only one meeting is scheduled for the months of January, July, and August.2015.

** The August meeting is scheduled for the second Wednesday of the month, instead of the third, to avoid a scheduling conflict with the 2015 AMO Conference.

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Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee

Minutes

Thursday, September 11, 2014 at 3:15 PM Room “E”, Second Floor Essex County Civic Centre 360 Fairview Avenue West Essex, Ontario

1. Call to Order

2. Recording of Attendance

Members Present: Linda Saxon (Chair) John Boyko Christine Easterbrook Therese Lecuyer Charlie Wright Members Absent: Robert Bahry (Vice - Chair) Also Present: Mary Brennan, County of Essex Sue White, County of Essex

3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

4. Adoption of Minutes

30-14 Moved by Mrs. Lecuyer Seconded by Ms. Easterbrook That the minutes of the July 17, 2014 meeting of the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee be adopted as presented. Carried

5. Delegations and Presentations

A) Mr. Andy Patterson, Municipal Relations Representative, Canada Post to speak to the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee regarding Community Mailboxes.

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5. Delegations and Presentations (Continued…)

Mr. Patterson introduced Mr. Tom Zadorsky, Manager, Projects, Canada Post.

Mr. Patterson presented a PowerPoint presentation to the Committee on the conversion from door to door mail delivery to community mailboxes. He noted that he was not sure when this would be coming to Essex County communities.

He explained that financial pressures were the main reason for going to community mailboxes. Due to the fact that less and less mail is delivered because of internet use, financial savings had to be found.

The new community boxes have been tested by persons with various mobility disabilities to ensure that they can be opened by anyone. The new boxes were lower to the ground and the slots were enlarged to accommodate bubble packages. As well, there are two compartments in the community boxes for parcels.

He acknowledged that the challenge would be the switchover for people who have always had door-to-door mail delivery. Mr. Patterson also stated that in some cases, the community mailbox may not work for an individual due to health reasons. Letters would be sent out to people asking that they advise Canada Post if they will not be able to use the community mailboxes. If a person feels they are not able to use the community mailboxes, they can contact Canada Post and an accommodation package would then be sent out to this person. An authorization from a health care professional would be required stating that the person would not be able to use a community mailbox. The information would be reviewed by a team at Canada Post and then if deemed necessary, arrangements would be made for the mail to be delivered to their door, but not on a daily basis.

(Rosemary Florence arrived at 3:51 pm.)

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5. Delegations and Presentations (Continued…)

Mr. Patterson also advised that new engineering standards are required for the new community mailboxes. The boxes would be located on concrete pads instead of cement blocks. Canada Post is working with municipalities to come up with the best locations for the boxes. He also advised that existing community mailboxes may not necessarily be replaced until they reach their normal replacement age. If it is felt that a box needed to be replaced, the individual can contact the phone number on the box and report the problem. This starts a ticket process.

Mr. Patterson stated that he would be speaking to a number of municipalities and noted that he appreciated receiving input from the accessibility advisory committees.

B) Mr. Rob Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, County of Essex to speak to the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee regarding an update on the Civic Centre renovations.

Mr. Maisonville showed the plans for the renovation of the main lobby and washrooms located near the lobby in the Civic Centre.

The following suggestions were made:

• One of the men’s accessible stalls may not be large enough to accommodate a wheelchair and have the door closed. It was suggested that perhaps 2 of the urinals at one end could be removed to allow for more space.

• Have some sort of signage on the other accessible family washroom located around the corner from the other washrooms indicating that it is an accessible family washroom.

• Dryer height and locations should be considered

• Install rails at the back of the toilets and side

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5. Delegations and Presentations (Continued…)

• One of the women’s accessible washrooms looked to be located too close to the wall. Mr. Maisonville will look into this.

6. Communications

A) Correspondence

i) Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance (AODA) - August 14, 2014

Received e-mail, dated August 14, 2014 regarding AODA Alliance Writes New Ontario Minister Responsible for Disabilities Act Listing 7 Priorities.

ii) Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Alliance – September 3, 2014

Received e-mail, dated September 3, 2014, regarding Great Toronto Star Article on Government Failure to Plan for Effective 2015 Toronto Games Disability Accessibility Legacy.

iii) Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO) - July 24, 2014

Received e-mail, dated July 24, 2014 from AMCTO regarding Accessibility Celebration Events.

iv) Accessibility Experts Ltd. - August 11, 2014

Received e-mail, dated August 11, 2014 regarding News from Accessibility Experts Ltd.

31-14 Moved by Mr. Wright Seconded by Ms. Florence That the correspondence dated September 11, 2014, as listed be received. Carried

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7. Unfinished Business

A) Accessibility Workshop Planning

An update on the Agenda, registration form, budget, evaluation form and promotional information was provided.

• All the speakers have been arranged – Gayle Jones, Accessibility and Diversity Officer, City of Windsor would be replacing Dory Azar and would be speaking on Design of Public Spaces

• Workshop Registration Form and Information Fair form are completed and would be sent out on September 12, 2014 along with the 211 Fax broadcast. The forms would also be put up on the website.

• Speaker system – The media centre had been contacted and they indicated that they did have a large function at the Caboto Club that night but that they may have extra equipment that could be used at the Workshop. Mrs. Brennan stated that she would also be looking possibly at using the Hall’s speaker system.

• Speaker Introductions:

o Mike Yale - Keynote Speaker – Linda Saxon

o Asha Tomlinson (Media Portrayal of Persons with Disabilities) – Therese Lecuyer

o John Boyko (Disability Etiquette) – Rob Bahry

o Nancy Barry (Parenting with a Disability) – Christine Easterbrook

o Shelley Tudin (Disability Issues) – Rosemary Florence

o Gayle Jones (Design of Public Spaces) – Charlie Wright

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7. Unfinished Business (Continued…)

o Ivana Petricone (Navigating Legal Services - Arch Disability) – John Boyko (Linda Saxon as backup)

• It was also suggested that notices of the Workshop be sent out to the media.

B) Delegation at November 19th, 2014 County Council Meeting

At the previous meeting, the Committee was advised that if it wished to provide an annual report and update to the current Council, that would need to take place at the November 19, 2014 meeting of County Council. Mrs. Saxon agreed to review the “Talk Video” to determine the length and the Committee would determine what would be included in their 7:00 PM delegation to County Council at their next meeting.

8. New Business

A) Closed Captioning of County Council Meeting Telecasts on Cogeco

The Programming and Community Relations Manager for TVCogeco in Windsor has advised that Cogeco Cable Canada LP will be providing the funding required to have closed captioning on the live broadcasts of Essex County Council meetings. This includes the cost of purchasing an encoder, as well as the cost of the captioning service from Broadcast Captioning and Consulting Services (BCCS), to transcribe the telecast. This amounts to a total investment of over $16,000, plus taxes.

32-14 Moved by Mrs. Lecuyer Seconded by Ms. Easterbrook That a letter of appreciation be forwarded to Cogeco for providing the funding required to have closed captioning on the live broadcasts of Essex County Council meetings. Carried

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8. New Business (Continued…)

B) New Website

Mrs. Brennan showed the Committee the new County of Essex website. Committee members were encouraged to register through the subscription services to receive Essex County news and eNewsletters.

9. Next Meeting Date

It was agreed that the next meeting of the Committee would be held on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at 3:15 PM.

10. Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 5:17 PM

136 County of Essex

Administrative Report

Office of the Director, Human Resources

To: Warden Tom Bain and Members of County Council

From: Greg Schlosser Director of Human Resources

Date: October 1, 2014

Subject: Non-Union Performance Management Policy 95-003

Report #: 2014-R04 -HR-1001-GPS

Purpose

To seek County Council’s approval of an amended policy providing for non- union performance management.

Background

The original Performance Management Policy (created in 1995) applied only to Department Heads at the Corporation. For a variety of reasons and circumstances, the conduct of formal performance appraisals of Department Heads has not occurred for a considerable period of time. Notwithstanding this reality, regular and ongoing discussions have occurred between the CAO and Department Heads regarding performance issues and management.

In December 2013, Administration committed to County Council to reintroduce a performance appraisal process for all nonunion employees in 2014.

Discussion

The Corporation’s Management Team (i.e. Department Heads) reviewed the 1995 policy and has made considerable edits to it, reflecting the County’s

Greg Schlosser, Director of Human Resources Corporation of the County of Essex, Suite 214, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON N8M 1Y6 Phone: 519-776-6441, ext. 1322; Email: Greg Schlosser 137 Page 2 October 1, 2014 Non-Union Performance Management Policy 95-003

current Council and organizational structure and operating environment. The result is that the original policy has essentially been recast. The new draft policy developed by the Management Team is attached as Appendix I.

The amended Performance Management policy is not intended to apply to non-union employees at the Essex County Library or the Essex Windsor Solid Waste Authority.

The most significant and relevant changes include:

- Expansion to include all non-union employees

- Appraisals are to be completed on an employee’s anniversary date

- Progressing to the next step on the 5 step pay grid is contingent on receiving at least a “meets expectations” rating

A comprehensive tool has been developed to assist supervisors and employees in the completion and administration of the performance management process. Supervisors have also been provided with training with respect to effective completion of performance appraisals and communication of appraisal results.

Recommendation

That County Council approve the proposed Performance Management Planning – Non-Union Employees Policy 95-003 as attached.

Respectfully Submitted, Concurred With,

Greg Schlosser Brian Gregg

Greg Schlosser Brian Gregg Director of Human Resources Chief Administrative Officer

Appendix No. Title of Appendix

I Draft policy – Non-Union Performance Management Planning -95-003

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County of Essex Policy Manual

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING FOR NON UNION EMPLOYEES Approved by: Policy Number: 95-003

Date Approved: Department: All Departments

Effective Date: Originating Department: Human Resources Last Revision Date: 1995-06-21 Scheduled for Review By:

Replaces: Page 1 of 3

1.0 Purpose

To provide employees of the Corporation, the opportunity to understand where they stand relative to their job performance. Performance evaluation is intended to be a constructive and positive experience whereby the Corporation and the employee jointly discuss and agree as to the expectations both have towards carrying out the work to be done.

2.0 Scope

Applies to all non-union employees in all departments, divisions or sections of the Corporation.

3.0 Responsibility

1) The Chief Administrative Officer and Warden are responsible to ensure that the requirements of this policy are implemented and adhered to.

2) The Director, Human Resources is responsible for the timely administration of the yearly process and to advise on best practices.

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4.0 Performance Management

1) Performance Management is a process for evaluating job performance as a means of measuring efficiency and effectiveness of the organizations operations; provide employees with meaningful information about their work; aid the Corporation in making decisions related to such areas as training and development, work assignments, promotion, compensation, retention and short and long range planning of its operations.

2) Focus maximum attention upon achievement of assigned duties as set out in the Job Fact Sheet.

3) Provide a vehicle which enables the accurate assessment of individual strengths and weaknesses, relate these assessments to current and future needs, and aid management in making staffing and organizational plans.

4) Challenge employees to continually improve performance and personal effectiveness.

5) Keep employees continually informed of their strengths and weaknesses so they are in a position to control their own progress.

6) Evaluation process is intended to be participatory in nature. In addition to the employee’s direct supervisor, both the employee and their chain of supervision up to their respective Department Head will have input.

7) The Warden will be accountable for conducting the CAO’s Performance Review.

5.0 Process

1) Performance reviews will be completed within one month of an employee’s anniversary date.

2) Human Resources will advise managers and supervisors when an employee’s performance review is due.

County of Essex Policy Manual Policy Number: 95-003 140 Performance Management Planning Non-Union Policy Number: 95-003 Page 3 of 3

3) Completed and signed performance appraisals are to be forwarded to the Director, Human Resources for central filing, within 1 month of the employee’s anniversary date.

4) For cases where an employee’s performance is judged to “Not Meet Expectations”, the employee, direct supervisor, applicable Department Head, and the Director, Human Resources will document a customized development plan.

6.0 Administration for Employees not yet at Job Rate (Step 5)

1) To progress to the next step on their pay grid, the employee’s performance rating must be at least “Meets Expectations” This is an overall judgment/assessment by the employee’s immediate supervisor. Before communicating a rating to an employee, the supervisor is required to review their rationale with their Department Head. Ratings below “meets Expectations” should also be discussed with the Director, Human Resources.

2) If the employee’s anniversary date (when they would normally progress to the next step) is within 3 months of when the most recent performance appraisal was conducted, then the results of that appraisal will be referenced in determining eligibility to progress to the next step. Otherwise, an additional performance appraisal will be conducted at the time of the employee’s anniversary.

3) If an employee’s pay is at a step other than step 5, for reasons other than their anniversary date (such as a change in pay band because of their job being upgraded through job evaluation), the effective date for the progression to the next step will be deemed to be one year from when they were placed at their current step.

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County of Essex

Administrative Report

Office of the Director, Corporate Services/Treasurer

To: Warden Tom Bain and Members of County Council

From: Robert Maisonville Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer

Date: October 1, 2014

Subject: Electricity and Natural Gas Update – Commodity Price Hedging Strategy - AMO/LAS Procurement Program

Report #: 2014-R21-FIN-1001-RM

Purpose

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an update with respect to the extent that the Corporation utilizes commodity price hedging and recommend continued participation with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario / Local Authority Services Ltd. (AMO/LAS) Procurement Programs, to procure, in bulk, electricity and natural gas in the open market on behalf of the partnering municipalities.

Background

In accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, regulation 653/05, and the County of Essex Commodity Price Hedging Policy (Policy #06-001), the Treasurer is required to report annually on all commodity price hedging agreements in place. The goal of the commodity price hedging policy is to allow the Treasurer to enter into fixed price agreements for the future delivery of all or any portion of a commodity when deemed advantageous for the County to do so.

Robert Maisonville, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Corporation of the County of Essex, Suite 202, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON N8M 1Y6 Phone: 519-776-6441, ext. 1328; Email: Robert Maisonville 142 Page 2 October 1, 2014 Electricity and Natural Gas Update – Commodity Price Hedging Strategy - AMO/LAS Procurement Program

The County continues to utilize the services of AMO/LAS Procurement Programs. As part of the strategy, a hedging contract is used to minimize potential risk of spot market fluctuations.

A hedge is merely a financial agreement that fixes the price to be paid by the municipality for the future delivery of a commodity. A hedge is typically used to reduce costs fluctuations and provide cost certainty.

The County’s current agreement with LAS includes a hedge of 65% of its total electricity requirements, exclusive of street light accounts, which are kept on the spot market because of low non-peak rates.

For natural gas, LAS purchases incremental gas contracts at various points each year with a goal of building a total hedge portfolio of 80-90% of program requirements for the current year, with the remaining consumption settling at prevailing market rates.

Discussion

Electricity

The commodity price of electricity in Ontario is comprised of two components, one being the spot market (also referred to Hourly Ontario Electricity Price – HOEP) and the other being the Global Adjustment. The Global Adjustment is the mechanism that has been put in place to collect from consumers the difference between the HOEP price and the price the government has guaranteed to the suppliers of various renewable energy sources.

Based on the most recent data provided from LAS (July 2014), as highlighted in Table 1 on the following page, participation in the bulk purchase program have resulted in a commodity cost savings of approximately 1.43 cents/kWh for accounts below 250,000kWh and approximately 0.59 cents/kWh for accounts above 250,000kWh, compared to the RPP/Time of Use and/or average market HOEP + GA rates. With an estimated annual electrical use of approximately 5.7 million kWh, this translates into a savings of approximately $68,000 for the period from August 2013 through July 2014.

The term of the LAS Electrical Agreement is annual, automatically renewing from year to year unless and until terminated by either Party upon 180 days prior written notice.

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Table 1: Electricity Purchase Price Analysis

<250,000kWh >250,000kWh Volume (cents/kWh) (cents/kWh) LAS 2013 Hedge Purchase Price (incl. program fees) 2.83 2.83 @ 65% of Volume 1.84 1.84 Average spot market cost (1) 3.74 3.74 @ 35% of Volume 1.31 1.31 Expected LAS Cost = Purchase Price + Spot 3.15 3.15 + Global Adjustment (2) 4.92 4.92 Total LAS Commodity Rate 8.06 8.06 RPP/Time of Use Rate / HOEP + GA (3) 9.50 8.65 Expected Commodity Cost Savings through LAS 1.43 0.59 (1) 12 month average at July 2014 (2) 12 month average Global Adjustment charge at August 2014 (3) RPP/TOU rates for accounts under 250,000 kWh for large municipal accounts – assumes conservative on/mid/off peak split

Natural Gas

As noted above, the County is a participating municipality of the LAS Natural Gas Procurement Program. Average natural gas pricing through LAS for 2014 is approximately 16.3 cents/m3. Estimated average market price for the 12 month period of 2014 is approximately 20.22 cents/m3(current price effective July 2014 is 22.59 cents/m3). With an estimate aggregate annual volume of 875,000m3, participation in the LAS program will result in an annual savings of approximately $34,000 for 2014 in comparison to open market rates.

The term of the LAS Natural Gas Agreement is annual, automatically renewing from year to year unless and until terminated by either Party upon 120 days written notice, prior to the program's Oct 31 gas flow year-end date. Should such notice be given, the participating municipality would be removed from new program purchases but would be required to satisfy obligations (purchases) for the next program year.

Recommendation

For the information of County Council.

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Respectfully Submitted Concurred With,

Robert Maisonville Brian Gregg -Originally signed by Robert Maisonville- -Originally signed by Brian Gregg-

Robert Maisonville Brian Gregg Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Chief Administrative Officer

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County of Essex

Administrative Report

Office of the Director, Corporate Services/Treasurer

To: Warden Tom Bain and Members of County Council

From: Robert Maisonville Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer

Date: October 1, 2014

Subject: Projected Results of Operations for 2014

Report #: 2014-R22-FIN-1001-RM

Purpose

To report the projected results of operations for the fiscal period ending December 31, 2014.

Background

In accordance with established practice, a projection of the results of operations for the current fiscal period is prepared on the basis of the results of operations to various interim dates.

Discussion

Based on September year-to-date activity and assuming reasonable wage rate settlements for Sun Parlor Home ONA and CUPE contracts, corporate operations are projected to be in a surplus position of approximately $446,000 for the year ending December 31, 2014. This projection is after giving effect to the approved Essex County Council Resolution 84-14, drawing $759,000 from the rate stabilization reserve to address 2014 winter control cost overruns and additional road rehabilitation requirements.

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It is important to highlight that the projections are predicated on a number of significant assumptions, namely:

 Favourable resolution to various outstanding collective agreements  Winter Control activities remain within the five-year average for the 4th Quarter  Social Service caseloads and Social Housing costs remain favourable  No significant tax write-offs  Stable returns on investments within the County’s investment portfolio

Factors contributing to the year-end position are highlighted below by departmental operation:

Community Services $90,000

Operations for Community Services are projected to be in a surplus position of approximately $90,000 as at December 31, 2014. Resident capacity remains at approximately 215 residents; however subsidy levels are projected to be favourable, based on current resident complement and associated income levels. Requests for discretionary benefits remain consistent from prior year (including financial support for eye glasses, dentures, and incontinent supplies).

Sun Parlor Home ($140,000)

The Sun Parlor Home is projected to be in a deficit position of approximately $140,000 as at December 31, 2014. Favourable increases in subsidy per diems, post budget approval, are more than offset by additional wages and benefits associated with up-staffing and overtime required during the severe winter weather, infectious outbreaks and staff retirement / absence. Note that variance excludes the additional one-time expenditures ($245,000), recently approved by Council and drawn from the Rate Stabilization Reserve to address capital and training costs associated with fire protection/safety.

Emergency Medical Services ($134,000)

Based on existing operating conditions, EMS is projected to be in a deficit position of $134,000 as at December 31, 2014. Projected unfavourable variances in vehicle repairs (delay in vehicle replacements), fuel costs, medical supplies, legal and wages & benefits (replacements for WSIB, STD and retirements) are the contributing factors.

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Provincial funding for the Emergency Room Nurse Program remains outstanding; projection assumes 100% provincial coverage as per budget ($993,000).

Transportation Services ($220,000)

Transportation Services is projected to be in a deficit position of approximately $220,000 as at December 31, 2014. Significant additional drainage assessment projects requested from the local municipalities (subsequent to budget approval), greater than budget winter control costs associated with the Essex/Kent Boundary Road and unanticipated wage & benefit variance associated with retirement overlaps account for the deficit variance.

Library Services $0

Library Services are projected to be on budget at this time. Projected overages in utility costs, legal/consulting and insurance deductible are offset by savings in wages and benefits associated with the delay in openings at new library facilities.

General Government $700,000

In total, General Government Services is projected to be in a $700,000 surplus position as at December 31, 2014. The significant factor is projected greater than budget return on investments, specifically with the AMO/LAS One Fund Program. Other minor favourable variances include wage and benefit savings in Administration and Human Resources due to timing of staff turnover and not filling budgeted student positions.

External Commitments $150,000

External Commitments are projected to be in a surplus position as at December 31, 2014. Estimates by the City of Windsor indicate lower than budget demand for social assistance, offset, in part, by a greater than budget shift in cost from the City to the County for Social Services and Social Housing, related to regional weighted assessment cost sharing.

No other significant variances to report at this time.

The Corporation’s projected financial position is based on nine months activity with significant uncertainty regarding budget performance for Social Services, Social Housing, Emergency Medical Services, Transportation Services, investment earnings and outstanding arbitrated contract /wage settlements. Variance from projections in any one of these operations could

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Recommendation

For the Information of Council.

Respectfully Submitted Concurred With,

Robert Maisonville Brian Gregg -Originally signed by Robert Maisonville- -Originally signed by Brian Gregg-

Robert Maisonville Brian Gregg Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Chief Administrative Officer

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The Corporation of the County Of Essex By-Law Number 51-2014

Being a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex

Whereas under Section 5(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25 as amended, the powers of a municipality shall be exercised by its Council; and Whereas under Section 5(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25 as amended, a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges under Section 8 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25 as amended, shall be exercised by by-law unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; and, Whereas it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex, at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law;

Now therefore The Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex hereby enacts as follows:

1. That the actions of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex in respect of all recommendations in reports of committees, all motions and resolutions and all other action passed and taken by the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex, documents and transactions entered into during the October 01st, 2014, Regular Meeting of Council, is hereby adopted and confirmed, as if the same were expressly embodied in this By-law. 2. That the Warden and proper officials of The Corporation of the County of Essex are hereby authorized and directed to do all the things necessary to give effect to the action of the Council of The Corporation of the County of Essex during the said October 01st, 2014, Regular Meeting referred to in Section 1 of this By-law. 3. That the Warden and the Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary to the action taken by this Council as described in Section 1 of this By-law and to affix the Corporate Seal of The Corporation of the County of Essex to all documents referred to in said Section 1.

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4. This By-law shall come into force and take effect after the final passing

Read a first, second and third time and FINALLY PASSED this 01st, day of October, 2014.

______TOM BAIN, WARDEN

______MARY S. BRENNAN, CLERK

Clerk's Certificate

I, Mary S. Brennan, Clerk of the Corporation of the County of Essex, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of By-law Number 51-2014 passed by the Council of the said Corporation on the 01st, day of October 2014.

______Mary S. Brennan, Clerk Corporation of the County of Essex

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