THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL OFFICE 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON Council Chambers Thursday, Thursday, April 20, 2017 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
3. REVIEW OF ITEMS NOT LISTED ON AGENDA
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
5. DELEGATIONS
6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S) A. Regular Meeting held April 6, 2017 B. Public Meeting held April 6, 2017
7. MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTION
8. RECREATION, CULTURE, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8.1 Correspondence 8.1.1 Receive for Information 8.1.2 Requiring Action 8.2 Reports to Council
9. PHYSICAL SERVICES – EMERGENCY SERVICES 9.1 Correspondence 9.1.1 Receive for Information 9.1.2 Requiring Action 9.2 Reports to Council
A. Report FR-02/17 by Randy White Fire Chief|By-Law Officer re Accredited Superior Tanker Shuttle Service
10. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION 10.1 Correspondence 10.1.1 Receive for Information 2017 Council Agenda April 20, 2017
A. Notice of Committee of Adjustment Decision re Luc and Debbie Dujardin B. Notice of Committee of Adjustment Decision re Best Line Farms Ltd. C. Notice of Deferral re Buti Rezoning Application D. Notice of Public Meeting re Matthews Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment 10.1.2 Requiring Action 10.2 Reports to Council A. Report DS-13/17 by Bill Knifton, Chief Building Official|Drainage Superintendent re 1st Quarter Report
11. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION 11.1 Correspondence 11.1.1 Receive for Information A. South Central Ontario Region 2016 Annual Report
B. Stewardship Ontario re Industry Funding for Municipal Blue Box Recycling - 2016
C. Municipality of Port Hope Resolution re Incineration of Waste
11.1.2 Requiring Action A. Bayham Historical Society re EdisonFest
B. Bayham Historical Society re Lottery Building Fund
C. City of London re Waste Management Projects
D. Trinity Anglican Church re Food Bank
E. Museums Bayham Advisory Board & Committee Resolution
11.2 Reports to Council A. Report CAO-22/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re OCIF Funding – Bayham Water System
B. Report CAO-23/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Accessible Playground Consultation
C. Report CAO-24/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Smoke-Free Ontario Act
D. Report CAO-25/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re King St. Road Allowance Between Concession 2 & 3
12. BY-LAWS
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A. By-Law 2017-035 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of a mutual drain agreement between the trustees of New Hope Baptist Church and The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham (This by-law follows the recommendation contained within Report DS-20/15 by Margaret Underhill, Deputy Clerk|Planning Coordinator re New Hope Baptist Church Request to Rezone of April 2, 2015)
B. By-Law 2017-036 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of an agreement between the Municipality of Bayham and Underhill Trucking Ltd. (This by-law follows the recommendation made in Report PS-03/17 by Ed Roloson, Water|Wastewater Operations Manager during the regular meeting of Council of April 6, 2017)
C. By-Law 2017-037 Being a By-law to adopt the Capital Estimates for the year 2017
D. By-Law 2017-038 Being a By-law to establish a levy for the year 2017 to adopt tax rates, provide for penalty and interest in default of payment and the collection thereof
E. By-Law 2017-039 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of an agreement between the Municipality of Bayham and Murray Mills Trucking & Excavating Ltd. (This by-law follows the recommendation made in Report CAO-22/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk during the regular meeting of Council of April 20, 2017)
F. By-Law 2017-040 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of an agreement between the Municipality of Bayham and Evans Supply Limited (This by-law follows the recommendation made in Report CAO-22/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk during the regular meeting of Council of April 20, 2017)
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14. OTHER BUSINESS
14.1 In Camera
A. Confidential Item regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Lakeshore Line)
B. Confidential Item regarding a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (Port Burwell Parking)
14.2 Out of Camera
15. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL
A. By-Law 2017-041 Being a By-law to confirm all actions of Council
16. ADJOURNMENT
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MUNICIPAL OFFICE 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON Council Chambers Thursday, April 6, 2017 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – Committee of Adjustment – A-02/17 Dujardin, A0-03/17 Best Line Farms 7:30 p.m. – Public Meeting – Planning/Zoning – Rose Buti Council recessed for a short break at 8:26 p.m. and reconvened at 8:33 p.m.
PRESENT: MAYOR PAUL ENS DEPUTY MAYOR TOM SOUTHWICK COUNCILLORS RANDY BREYER WAYNE CASIER ED KETCHABAW STAFF PRESENT: CAO|CLERK PAUL SHIPWAY DEPUTY CLERK | PLANNING COORDINATOR MARGARET UNDERHILL WATER|WASTEWATER OPERATIONS MANAGER ED ROLOSON CLERK’S ASSISTANT BRENDA GIBBONS
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ens called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
No disclosures of pecuniary interest were declared. 3. REVIEW OF ITEMS NOT LISTED ON AGENDA None
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Councillor Ketchabaw commented on the new Canada 150 video available on the Municipal website on the Community Page https://www.bayham.on.ca/pages/canada-day-150
5. DELEGATIONS None 6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S) A. Regular Meeting held March 16, 2017 Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT the minutes of the regular meeting held February 16, 2017 be adopted.
CARRIED 2017 Council Minutes April 6, 2017
7. MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTION
8. RECREATION, CULTURE, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8.1 Correspondence 8.1.1 Receive for Information 8.1.2 Requiring Action 8.2 Reports to Council
9. PHYSICAL SERVICES – EMERGENCY SERVICES 9.1 Correspondence 9.1.1 Receive for Information 9.1.2 Requiring Action 9.2 Reports to Council
A. Report PS-03/17 by Ed Roloson, Water|Wastewater Operations Manager re RFQ – Maple Grove Line Road Bed Construction
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT Staff Report PS-03/17 re RFQ – Maple Grove Line road bed reconstruction be received for information;
AND THAT staff be directed to bring forward a by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement with Underhill Trucking Ltd. for a total of $69,050.00 + HST.
CARRIED
B. Report PS-04/17 by Ed Roloson, Water|Wastewater Operations Manager re Springer Hill Rd.
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Ketchabaw
THAT Staff Report PS-04/17 re Springer Hill Road be received for information;
AND THAT staff be directed to pulverize Springer Hill Road from Glen Colin Line to the railroad tracks and maintain the gravel surface as proposed until such a time that the road is reconstructed in 2018;
AND THAT staff be directed to notify Malahide Township, via formal correspondence, of the 2017 works.
CARRIED
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10. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION 10.1 Correspondence 10.1.1 Receive for Information A. Notice of Passing re Guenther Zoning By-Law Z659-2017 B. Notice of Passing re Schroyens Zoning By-Law Z658-2017 C. Notice of Passing re Schrijver Zoning By-Law Z657-2017 D. Notice of Public Meeting re Dujardin Minor Variance Application E. Notice of Public Meeting re Best Line Farms Ltd. Minor Variance Application F. Notice of Public Meeting re Rose Buti Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT correspondence items 10.1.1-A – 10.1.1-F be received for information.
CARRIED 10.1.2 Requiring Action 10.2 Reports to Council
11. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION 11.1 Correspondence 11.1.1 Receive for Information A. Municipality of Central Elgin re Fire Prevention Officer
B. Thames Valley District School Board re Pupil Accommodation Review
C. Elgin County re 2016 Census for Elgin County
D. Elgin County re 2016 Library Usage and Statistics Report
E. Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs re 2017 Municipal Officials Seminar
F. Sylvia Jones, MPP re Progressive Conservative Critic for Infrastructure
G. Special Olympics Ontario re Annual Report
H. Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration re Order of Ontario
I. John Kirby re Beachfest Municipal Approvals
J. Notice re Port Burwell Marine Museum & Lighthouse Display at Queen’s Park, Toronto
K. Elgin County OPP 2016 Year End Report
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L. Thames Valley District School Board Final Senior Administration Report – Elementary Pupil Accommodation Review 01 – complete report and appendices available at the following link: http://www.tvdsb.ca/files/311677/finalfsar%20epar-01.pdf)
M. Municipality of Central Elgin re Conditions for Private Wells and Septic Systems on Private Lots Containing a Residence
N. SCOR Media Release re SCOR AGM Focus on Collaboration and Climate
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT correspondence items 11.1.1-A – 11.1.1-N be received for information.
CARRIED
11.1.2 Requiring Action A. Port Burwell Historical Society re Canada 150 Parade and Celebration
Moved by: Councillor Ketchabaw Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT Notification of Special Event and Event Road Closure Request Form from Port Burwell Historical Society be received for information;
AND THAT the Council of the Municipality of Bayham approves the request by the Port Burwell Historical Society for permission to use the streets within Port Burwell for the Canada 150 Parade to be held Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 12:30 p.m., subject to the provision of proof of liability insurance coverage in the amount of $2 million naming the Municipality of Bayham as additional insured;
AND THAT Wellington Street from Elizabeth Street to Robinson Street, Robinson Street from Wellington Street to Brock Street, Brock Street from Robinson Street to Erieus Street and Erieus Street from Brock Street to Pitt Street be temporarily closed during the parade between 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.;
AND THAT Pitt Street from Robinson Street to Erieus Street and Erieus Street from Pitt Street to Wellington Street be closed from 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. for Canada 150 celebration;
AND THAT the County of Elgin be requested to approve use of Wellington Street from Elizabeth Street to Robinson Street;
AND THAT the Bayham Public Works Operations Supervisor be directed to provide the necessary provisions for traffic control and safety;
AND THAT the Municipality arrange for an accessible portable washroom with internal sink be placed in the gazebo area;
AND THAT Council direct staff to provide picnic tables and waste receptacles for the gazebo area;
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AND THAT clean up of all areas and any costs thereof, be the responsibility of the organizers.
CARRIED
B. Port Burwell Public School re Track and Field Meet
Moved by: Councillor Breyer Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Southwick
THAT correspondence from Port Burwell Public School be received for information;
AND THAT the Council of the Municipality of Bayham approves the request by the Port Burwell Public School to use the streets within Port Burwell for the track and field meet to be held on Friday, May 5, 2017 from 11:20 a.m. – 1:20 p.m. subject to provision of proof of liability insurance coverage naming the Municipality of Bayham as additional insured in the amount of $2 million;
AND THAT the Port Burwell Public School be requested to provide contact information for direction of questions regarding the street closures;
AND THAT Wellington Street from Strachan Street to Shakespeare Street, Shakespeare Street from Wellington to Waterloo Street, Waterloo Street from Shakespeare Street to Strachan Street and Strachan Street from Waterloo Street to Wellington Street be temporarily closed during the track and field meet between 11:20 a.m. – 1:20 p.m. on Friday, May 5, 2017;
AND THAT the County of Elgin be requested to approve use of Wellington Street from Strachan Street to Shakespeare Street;
AND THAT the Bayham Public Works Operations Supervisor be directed to provide the necessary provisions for traffic control and safety;
AND THAT clean up of all areas and any costs thereof, be the responsibility of the organizers.
CARRIED
Council recessed for the Public Meeting at 7:30 p.m. and reconvened at 7:50 p.m.
11.2 Reports to Council A. Report CAO-15/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Green Energy Act
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Casier
THAT Report CAO-15/17 re Green Energy Act be received for information;
AND THAT Council direct staff to publish Report CAO-15/17 inclusive of the Municipality of Bayham Conservation Demand Management Plan and 2015 Energy Consumption and Green House Gas Emissions Summary on the Municipal website in accordance with Ontario Regulation 397/11.
CARRIED 2017 Council Minutes April 6, 2017
B. Report CAO-16/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Straffordville Community Centre – Kitchen Assessment
Moved by: Councillor Ketchabaw Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Southwick
THAT Report CAO-16/17 re Straffordville Community Centre Kitchen Assessment be received for information.
CARRIED
C. Report CAO-17/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re RFT 17-02 Roofing Tender
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT Report CAO-17/17 re RFT 17-02 Roofing Tender be received for information;
AND THAT Council direct staff to award RFT 17-02 Pump Station Roof Tender to Dean Franklin Construction in the amount of $9,445.84 + HST.
CARRIED
D. Report CAO-18/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Ontario 150 Fund – Vienna Memorial Park
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT Report CAO-18/17 RE Ontario 150 Fund – Vienna Memorial Park be received for information;
AND THAT staff be directed to complete Ontario 150 – Vienna Memorial Park works as outlined within Report CAO-18/17;
AND THAT staff be directed to bring forward a by-law for Council consideration to enter into an agreement with the Vienna Lion’s for non-exclusive use of the Vienna Memorial Park Concession Booth.
CARRIED
E. Report CAO-19/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re Canada 150 – Intake 2
Moved by: Councillor Ketchabaw Seconded by: Councillor Casier
THAT Report CAO-19/17 re Canada 150 Fund – Intake 2 be received for information;
AND THAT staff be directed to complete Canada 150 Fund – Intake 2 works as outlined within Report CAO-19/17;
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AND THAT Capital Item PR-6 Accessible Viewing Platform funding in the amount of $15,000 be reallocated to the Canada 150 – Intake 2 projects;
AND THAT staff be directed to utilize Parkland Reserve funding, with an upset limit of $16,000 to complete unfunded Canada 150 – Intake 2 works and fencing at the Eden Community Park.
CARRIED
F. Report CAO-20/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re RFQ 17-04 Supply & Install Flagpoles
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT Report CAO-20/17 re RFQ 17-04 Supply & Install Flagpoles be received for information;
AND THAT Council award the installation of flagpoles pursuant to RFQ 17-04 to Dean Franklin Construction Ltd. in the amount of $4,400 + HST.
CARRIED
G. Report CAO-21/17 by Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk re RFT 17-03 Sale of Surplus Equipment
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Southwick
THAT Report CAO-21/17 re Sale of Surplus Equipment be received for information;
AND THAT Staff be directed to award surplus equipment to the highest individual bidder on each piece of equipment in the ‘as is, where is’ condition;
AND THAT staff be directed to adjust the reserve bids and relist the request for tender as follows: i. 2008 Ford Ranger – 177,000km - $4,000 ii. 2009 GMC Canyon - $3,500 iii. 2008 Ford Ranger – 231,000km- $3,000 iv. Sanding Box – No Reserve
AND THAT the proceeds of sale be allocated to the Public Works Equipment Reserve.
CARRIED
12. BY-LAWS
A. By-Law 2017-031 Being a By-law authorize the execution of an amending agreement between The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario regarding The Source Protection Municipal Fund
B. By-Law 2017-032 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of a development agreement between Luc and Debbie Dujardin and The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham (This by-law follows the recommendation made in Report DS-14/17 by Margaret Underhill, Secretary|Treasurer Committee of Adjustment during the Committee of Adjustment meeting of April 6, 2017)
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C. By-Law 2017-033 Being a By-law to authorize the execution of a development agreement between Best Line Farms Ltd and The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham (This by-law follows the recommendation made in Report DS-15/17 by Margaret Underhill, Secretary|Treasurer Committee of Adjustment during the Committee of Adjustment meeting of April 6, 2017)
Moved by: Councillor Breyer Seconded by: Councillor Ketchabaw
THAT By-Laws 2017-031, 2017-032 and 2017-033 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
CARRIED
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Port Burwell Gazebo Cupola
Moved by: Councillor Ketchabaw Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Southwick
THAT staff be directed to award the work for the Port Burwell Gazebo Cupola to Dean Franklin Construction Ltd. in the amount of $2,302 + HST;
ANDTHAT the funds be obtained from the Facility Reserve.
CARRIED
B. New Horizons for Seniors Program – Straffordville Community Centre Amenities Funding Decision
Staff reported non approval of the application and direction was given to refer the same to budget deliberations.
C. Concerns regarding cigarette butts at the entrance to the Straffordville Community Centre.
Staff direction was given to prepare a report regarding smoking regulations.
Council recessed for a short break at 8:26 p.m. and reconvened at 8:33 p.m.
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14.1 In Camera
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Casier
THAT Council do now rise to enter into an “In Camera” Session of the Committee of the Whole at 8:33 p.m. to discuss:
Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; Proposed or pending acquisitions or dispositions of land by the municipality or local board; The security of the property of the municipality or local board; Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.
CARRIED
A. Confidential Item regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (King St. Road Allowance)
B. Confidential Item regarding the security of the property of the municipality or local board (Insurance Claim)
C. Confidential Item regarding proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (Port Burwell Parking)
D. Confidential Item regarding proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (Harbour Divestiture)
E. Confidential Item regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Development Agreement)
F. Confidential Item regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Public Works Staffing)
G. Confidential Item regarding proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (31 Elizabeth Street)
14.2 Out of Camera
Moved by: Councillor Casier Seconded by: Councillor Breyer
THAT the Committee of the Whole do now rise from the “In Camera” session at 10:15 p.m. with nothing to report.
CARRIED
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15. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL
A. By-Law 2017- 034 Being a By-law to confirm all actions of Council
Moved by: Councillor Ketchabaw Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Southwick
THAT confirming By-Law 2017-034 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
CARRIED
16. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Southwick Seconded by: Councillor Casier
THAT the Council meeting be adjourned at 10:16 p.m.
CARRIED
MAYOR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM STATUTORY PLANNING MEETING MINUTES MUNICIPAL OFFICE 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON Council Chambers Thursday, April 6, 2017 7:30 p.m. – Rose Buti
PRESENT: MAYOR PAUL ENS DEPUTY MAYOR TOM SOUTHWICK COUNCILLORS RANDY BREYER WAYNE CASIER ED KETCHABAW
STAFF PRESENT: CAO|CLERK PAUL SHIPWAY DEPUTY CLERK| PLANNING COORDINATOR MARGARET UNDERHILL WATER|WASTEWATER OPERATIONS MANAGER ED ROLOSON CLERK’S ASSISTANT BRENDA GIBBONS
SIGNED IN ATTENDEES: David Roe Darryl Buti Alex Buti
1. CALLTO ORDER
Mayor Ens called the public meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and asked those in attendance for the Planning Public Meeting regarding a Rezoning to place their name and contact information on the sign-in sheet provided at the podium.
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
No disclosures of pecuniary interest were declared.
3. CHAIRMAN’S REMARKS ON THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING
The Chairman stated the purpose and effect of the proposed amendment.
4. PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT
A. Application submitted by Rose Buti
The purpose of the public meeting is to consider an application to change the zoning regulations on a 40 ha (100 acre) parcel in the Agricultural (A1-A) Zone to an Agricultural (A1) Zone in Zoning By-law Z456-2003. The zone change is requested in order to support a proposed land severance of the 40 ha farm into two equal farm parcels, with a separate consent approval required through Elgin County Land Division Committee application. The subject lands are located on the south side of Tunnel Line, east of Godby Road known as 57629 Tunnel Line. 2017 Council Minutes April 6, 2017
The effect of the by-law will be to allow for the splitting of an agricultural parcel of 40 ha (100 acre) into two 20 ha (50 acre) parcels by changing the zoning from A1-A to A1. The change is requested to allow the son of the owner to purchase the westerly parcel, including the dwelling he lives in on the lands, for growing higher return crops than the cash crops grown on the subject lands and on Ms. Buti’s other 60 ha farm in the Township of Houghton.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
David Roe, agent for Ms. Buti provided an overview of the application.
Alex Buti advised approval of the request would permit a more sustainable operation.
Darryl Buti provided further information, such as the effect of the amendment would provide opportunity to grow specialty crops
6. CORRESPONDENCE
The Deputy Clerk|Planning Coordinator advised no written submissions were received.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
None.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to the Planning Act requirements the Public Meeting is now complete and the Zoning by-law will be considered at the meeting scheduled for April 20, 2017.
The regular meeting will now reconvene at 7:50 p.m.
MAYOR CLERK
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING A PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
APPLICANT: EDGAR FLOYD MATTHEWS 34 VICTORIA ST AND 49 WELLINGTON ST
TAKE NOTICE that the Municipality of Bayham has received a complete application for an Official Plan and a Zoning By-law amendment.
AND TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham will hold a public meeting on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Council Chambers, 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, to consider a proposed Zoning By-law and Official Plan amendment under Section 34 of the PLANNING ACT.
THE PURPOSE of this By-law is to change the land use designation on a 2,013 m² (0.5 acres) of land from “Commercial” to “Residential” designation in the Official Plan of the Municipality of Bayham; and to change the zoning on the same lands from Local Commercial (C2) Zone to a Village Residential (R1) Zone in Zoning By-law Z456-2003. The subject lands are located on the north side of Wellington Street, on the east side of Victoria Street and the west side of Elizabeth Street, and known as 34 Victoria Street and 49 Wellington Street.
THE EFFECT of this By-law will be to allow residential use on the lands and to allow for future residential development on the 34 Victoria Street property which currently comprises of a single car garage with no residence subsequent to approved consent to sever the lands in 2015.
ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make a written or verbal representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed amendments.
IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Municipality of Bayham before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham to the Ontario Municipal Board.
IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Municipality of Bayham before the by-laws are passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
IF YOU WISH to be notified of the adoption of the proposed Official Plan or Zoning By-law amendment, you must make a written request to the undersigned.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed amendments may be obtained at the Municipal Office.
Dated at the Municipality of Bayham this 13th day of April 2017.
Margaret Underhill Deputy Clerk/Planning Coordinator Municipality of Bayham P.O. Box 160, 56169 Heritage Line Straffordville, ON, N0J 1Y0 T: 519-866-5521 Ext 222 F: 519-866-3884 E: [email protected] W: www.bayham.on.ca
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SCOR EDC has established itself as a recognized and trusted brand. Our strength lies in the fact that we are neighbours who share natural endowments, strong agricultural roots and a diverse industrial base. Our shared heritage and history has helped to SCOR EDC Board of Directors develop trust and confi dence in one another. Executive While the original motivation to work together was the transition Chair of the tobacco industry, the need for SCOR EDC has not diminished. Stephen Molnar ~ Oxford County We have witnessed the loss of the high value jobs associated Vice Chair with tobacco marketing and processing. There have been other Robert Chambers ~ Brant County big economic blows including the closure of the Ford plant at Talbotville; the worst recession in modern history and the loss of Treasurer thousands of jobs and associated tax base in our communities. Brad Richards ~ Middlesex County Through all that change the region has shown great resilience. Past Chair The economy has recovered, adapted and grown – largely on the Jim Oliver ~ Norfolk County strength of expansion of existing businesses and the addition of a few key new businesses. Directors Ron Eddy ~ Brant County The changes we have witnessed in the past 10 years may very well Ed Ketchabaw ~ Municipality of Bayham be surpassed by the changes we’ll see in the next 10. The updating Wayne Casier ~ Municipality of Bayham of NAFTA, changes in the US, and new trade arrangements in Jim Maudsley ~ Middlesex County Europe and Asia will bring new challenges and opportunities. Charlie Luke ~ Norfolk County David Mayberry ~ Oxford County The working and personal relationships fostered by SCOR EDC have helped to create capacity, resilience and greater regional prosperity to us all.
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Infrastructure that fosters economic development
Human Capital in support of economic development
Sector Development with a focus on agriculture & food
2 | www.scorregion.com EVENTS HOSTED Youth Reached Through or co-hosted Youth Job with combined CONNECT attendance of 165 Program 136 (not including FoodHub Event)11 FUNDING Communications SENT121 Business Inquiries SUPPORT and LETTERS of Support Re-direct to EDO’s 38 for Other Projects Organizations we collaborate with or are a member of (not including FoodHub related) 6 • Elgin Middlesex Oxford Workforce Planning • Ontario Community Transportation Network and Development Board • Oxford Local Immigration Partnership • Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie • Grand Erie Immigration Partnership • Venture Norfolk • Local Employment Planning Council • Enterprise Brant • Ontario Federation of Agriculture • Elgin Business Resource Centre • Manufacturing Leadership Group • Community Futures Oxford • Rural Ontario Institute • The Business Help Centre of Middlesex • Food and Beverage Ontario • Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation • Southwestern Ontario Transportation Alliance www.scorregion.com | 3 FOODHUB/OTF
Local Food Recognition Day This year the SCOR FoodHub was supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation to help celebrate this and to recognize local food champions SCOR FoodHub hosted a Local Food Recognition Day. Awards were presented to deserving recipients across the fi ve county region of Brant, Elgin, Middlesex, Norfolk Community Engaged Learning Program and Oxford under the following categories: Food Literacy and The SCOR FoodHub established a relationship with the University Education, Government, Restaurants and Businesses, Producers of Western Ontario through their Community Engaged Learning and Processors, Not-for-Profi t and Community, Staff Pick, program by working with students in the Philosophy of Food class Regional Impact and Youth. There were over 50 nominations in in the Fall who worked on a marketing strategy for promoting the various categories from across the region. This event was a great SCOR FoodHub and local food on campus. This project was then opportunity to share and recognize the great work happening picked up this winter by a masters level Project Management class. across the region in support of local food. These students took the initial marketing strategy to bridge it out In attendance were MPP Toby Barrett and MPP Ernie Hardeman and hold a panel discussion event on campus. The panel experts and greetings from MPP Jeff Yurek. The event received great media include produces, purchasers and other organizations/individuals coverage, including articles from Ingersoll Times, Tillsonburg involved in local food in the region. Huron University College at News, Simcoe Reformer, Norfolk News, Woodstock-Sentential, and Western University, offered the space for the event to the students Norwich Times and a great television segment on CTV News with at no cost in support of the event. interviews with attendees. Eco-Ethonomics: One Elgin County award winner expressed that the media SCOR FoodHub has engaged Eco-Ethonomics to research a coverage of the event has given his business more exposure and potential asset map or tool for planning within the local food credibility and sales and traffi c have increased signifi cantly since community. A plan was made and interviews and analysis has the event. already taken place to better understand “who is doing what” in local food. The Eco-Ethonomics staff have contacted comparators, Speakers at the event included Bryan Gilvesy, and Trevor Benson. collaborators and partners. Our expert speakers were supported through Agricultural Management Institute (AMI). The Co-Design sessions drew in individuals and organizations from a variety of backgrounds. During these sessions attendees SCOR FoodHub Hosts Farm Tour for Western discussed possible framework for a tool, other tools in existence, University and Huron College ownership and maintenance issues as well as other opportunities SCOR FoodHub was pleased to host the students and faculty of and potential resources. The full report will be presented later in Western University and Huron College on a SCOR FoodHub farm 2017. tour. The tour participants were from a wide range of study from engineering to history but all had a focus on updated innovation as well as traditional farming practices. It was a great opportunity for students to understand farming and the important role that agriculture plays in our lives and economy. The tour included stops at Whitecrest Mushrooms, and Slegers Living Greens. We would also like to thank Anne from Western University and the students who joined us.
4 | www.scorregion.com Staff also partnered with or offered support and resources to other organizations within and beyond our borders, including: • Mohawk College – Local Food Procurement Project. • London Middlesex Health Unit Asset Mapping Group - Ellen Cory VanGronigen of VG Meats and Art Lawson Lakusiak MSc RD meeting with Minister Leal at the Local Food Act Collaboration • Sarnia Lambton Economic Partnership Other Key Events • Grey County resource for local food SCOR FoodHub staff person Laura Hiebert was asked to attend the Local Food Act Local Organic Food Hub Coops Conference as an expert panelist SCOR EDC and members of the SCOR FoodHub Steering focusing on software for food hubs. Kim Earls also was key note Committee were invited to consult and collaborate on the Local speaker for a webinar hosted by Local Organic Food Hub Coops Food Act with members of the Ontario government and the around the issues facing food hubs in Ontario. Other events that Honourable Jeff Leal, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. SCOR FoodHub staff and Board members participated in over the 2016 calendar year included: SCOR EDC believes that there should be greater integration of local food in, not only, the health, education and social service industry, • Halls Creek Festival in Oxford County but also in tourism and economic development. • Western University Symposium on Sustainable Agriculture SCOR EDC is a strong supporter of the Local Food Act and • Ippilito Facility Tour and Information Session encourages the Province to continue its support and advancement of local food. The adoption of a local food policy will be important • Food Processors Breakfast Learning Session in partnership with for Ontario moving forward. SCOR EDC will continue to collaborate Norfolk County, Food and Beverage Ontario, and the Workforce with OMAFRA and partners to establish local food goals and the Planning Board of Gran Erie continued objectives of the Local Food Act. • Annual MEALsource Food Forum in Hamilton Ontario which Ontario is a strong supporter of local food production and sales. targeted BPS buyers and suppliers Since 2003, the province has invested more than $160 million in initiatives and projects that help promote and celebrate the good things that are grown, harvested and made in Ontario.
In Memory of Stephanie May ~ 1988-2017 teph was the epitome of passion, enthusiasm and professionalism and a great asset to the SCOR SFoodHub and the SCOR EDC family. We will miss her!”
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Meetings and Delegations ADVOCATING OUR Regional PERSPECTIVE MP and Federal Ministry meetings • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada 29 • Health Canada MPP and Provincial Ministry meetings Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference (AMO) and Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference(ROMA) & Follow up meetings Sector Development- • Ministry of Economic Development and Growth Emerging Opportunities • Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs • Ministry of Transportation In the South Central Ontario Region • Ministry of Environment & Climate Change agriculture is a major economic driver. • Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Within the overall sector of agriculture we • Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities do have some emerging opportunities in • Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry the region that we continue to foster and • Immigration and International Trade support through their associations such • Ministry of Infrastructure as Ontario South Coast Wine and Growers • Ministry of Energy Association, Lavender Association and • Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Hazelnut Association. • Ministry of Education • Ministry of Finance • Treasury Board
SCOR EDC Board at AMO
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Benefits of Partnership
• Recognition and bargaining power: SCOR EDC Board, Mark Whales & Minister Glen Murray at AMO • Recognition and reputation has been built over the 4 years of operation. The members of the corporation have enhanced their image as collaborators.
• Ability to tackle projects and issues that are larger in scale than one municipality can take on individually
• Small enough to reach consensus and move forward on areas of focus
• Relatively low cost for the initiatives undertaken and enabled by the regional collaborative.
• Good investment of dollars: for every 1 partner dollar invested we have leveraged an additional $1.55 dollars investment in the region (average over 4 years)
Sand Plains Community Development Fund PRIORITY AREAS www.sandplains.ca • AGRIBUSINESS / AGRI-FOOD • TOURISM The Sand Plains Community Development Fund is intended • GREEN PRODUCTS to foster entrepreneurship in the region by increasing the • RENEWABLE ENERGY availability of ‘patient capital’ for small business start-ups and • FOOD PROCESSING expansions in priority sectors. • MANUFACTURING
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REPORT CAO
TO: Mayor & Members of Council FROM: Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk DATE: April 20, 2017 REPORT: CAO-22/17
SUBJECT: OCIF FUNDING – BAYHAM WATER SYSTEM
BACKGROUND
On October 3, 2016 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed a resolution containing the following:
THAT staff be directed to make application to the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund for the Richmond Distribution System-Bayham Water Meter Upgrades;
The 2017 Municipality of Bayham Capital Budget including item W-1 Bayham Distribution System in the amount of $1,800,000.
On February 17, 2017 the Municipality of Bayham was informed it was approved under the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund Top-up Application for the Bayham Water System Health & Safety Repairs as follows:
Total Net Eligible % Maximum Project Title Cost Approved Provincial Contribution Bayham Water System Health $1,531,188 88% $1,353,982 & Safety Repairs
The February 17, 2017 correspondence included the following request:
Please note this information should be kept as confidential as possible, recognizing your need to obtain a council by-law, until such time as the government has announced funding for this project.
On March 2, 2017 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed By-law No. 2017-020, being a by-law to authorize the execution of a contribution agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham and the Queen in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs regarding the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund Top-up Application – Bayham Water System Health & Safety Repairs.
DISCUSSION
The proposed Bayham Water System Health & Safety Repairs work includes two main components:
1) Construction of a single watermain on Richmond Road from the pump house, north to Heritage Line. Installation of mainline valves at all cross connections is recommended in accordance with MOECC Guidelines to contain the area impacted during any future maintenance work or line breaks etc. A total of four (4) blow-offs are recommended at dead-ends for water quality monitoring and maintenance. The new distribution system will comply with all applicable municipal and regulatory standards (MOE, AWWA, OPSS, etc.). 75mm to 100mm PVC or HDPE watermain complete with tracer wire. Strategic valve arrangement will be designed to increase service reliability, reduce water stagnation, and improve maintenance activities (e.g. flushing, swabbing). The works will include full connection of service lines to new meter pits, where feasible, as determined by the Municipality (will not include private property service line works). Restoration of the roads, lawns and other surface features will follow once pipes are installed.
2) Individual water meters will also be installed on each service to promote water conservation and to provide monitoring for water loss, etc. in the system. Radio frequency meters installed in meter pits at property line will be utilized in lieu of conventional water meters.
Cyril J. Demeyere Limited (CJDL Consulting Engineers) have provided an assessment and recommendation pertaining to RFT No. 1715 – Hamlet of Richmond Watermain Replacement – Municipality of Bayham – Component 1, attached hereto as Appendix ‘A’.
The Municipality of Bayham is supplying all project materials with the exception of water main pipe at an expense of $30,450.80+HST
The Manager of Capital Projects-Water/Wastewater provides Automated Water Meter Reading System procurement assessment as follows:
Automated Water Meter Reading Evans Supply Limited $381,410+HST Neptune Metering Limited $386,750+HST Municipality of Bayham Water $438,850+HST
The total project costs to date leave room within the funding envelope for the unknowns which are expected to be encountered within the subsurface.
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
On September 20, 2012 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed Zoning By-law No. Z611-2012 placing a Holding (h1) symbol on all lands within the settlement area boundary of the Hamlet of Richmond in order to install sufficient safeguards in protecting public health, safety and financial interests of the Municipality. The effect of the amendment is to prevent new residential development in the Hamlet of Richmond from occurring until such time that an agreement is entered into with the municipality, or conditions of severance are met, which address possible impacts of new development to the public water supply system including capacity, water quantity, water quality, and costs to the Municipality.
The installation of a new water distribution system approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change would satisfy this condition. Subsequently, as per the Planning Act, Council may consider a Zoning By-law to remove the Holding (h1) provision.
WATER RATE CONSIDERATIONS
On January 1, 2015 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed By-law No. 2014-099, being a by-law respecting the municipal water supply system in the Municipality of Bayham and the establishment of water rates and water charges.
The Municipality of Bayham Water Rate Study and Ontario Regulation 453/07 Financial Plan by Watsons & Associates Economists Ltd., at a cost of approximately $20,000, informed the water rates for metered and non-metered properties:
Metered Water Rates 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Base Monthly Charge $11.96 $12.17 $12.42 $12.66 $12.92 $13.18 $13.44 $13.71 $13.98 $14.26 Volume Charge per m3 $2.99 $3.17 $3.36 $3.56 $3.78 $4.00 $4.24 $4.50 $4.77 $5.06
Unmetered Water Rates Monthly Charge $79.80 $83.79 $87.98 $92.38 $97.00 $101.85 $106.94 $112.29 $117.90 $123.80
Once the distribution system in Richmond is approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change the Municipality has three options:
1) Do nothing until the 2019 Municipality of Bayham Water Rate Study and Ontario Regulation 453/07 Financial Plan;
2) Immediately conduct a Municipality of Bayham Water Rate Study and Ontario Regulation 453/07 Financial Plan to establish metered rates;
3) Utilize the metered rates established in the 2014 Municipality of Bayham Water Rate Study and Ontario Regulation 453/07 Financial Plan by Watsons & Associates Economists Ltd.
Staff would respectfully recommend Council utilize the established metered rates from the 2014 Municipality of Bayham Water Rate Study and Ontario Regulation 453/07 Financial Plan, for Richmond users.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
On July 4, 2013 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed By-law No. 2013-064, being a By-law to provide the regulation of water supply in the Municipality of Bayham (Richmond System – Water Conservation). The new distribution system would not alter this by-law and staff would respectfully recommend it remain in place.
RECOMMENDATION
1. THAT Report CAO-20/17 re OCIF Funding – Bayham Water System be received for information;
2. AND THAT staff be directed to bring forward a by-law for Council consideration to enter into an agreement with Murray Mills Trucking & Excavating Ltd., in the amount of 730,738+HST, for the provision of RFT No. 1715 – Hamlet of Richmond Watermain Replacement – Municipality of Bayham – Component 1;
3. AND THAT staff be directed to bring forward a by-law for Council consideration to enter into an agreement with Evans Supply Limited, in the amount of $381,410+HST, for the provision and installation of Automated Water Meter Reading;
4. AND THAT once the distribution system is approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change staff be directed to bring forward a by-law for Council consideration to amend By-law No. 2014-099 to utilize approved metered rates for the Hamlet of Richmond.
5. AND THAT once the distribution system is approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change staff be directed to bring forward a by-law for Council consideration to pass a zoning by-law to remove the Holding (h1) provision on the Hamlet of Richmond as authorized by Zoning By-law No. Z611-2012.
6. AND THAT staff be directed to hold a Public Information Session on the Bayham Water System Health & Safety Repairs at the Straffordville Community Centre on Thursday, May 11, 2017 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM;
Respectfully Submitted by:
Paul Shipway CAO|Clerk
REPORT CAO
TO: Mayor & Members of Council FROM: Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk DATE: April 20, 2017 REPORT: CAO-23/17
SUBJECT: ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND CONSULTATION
BACKGROUND
The Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (O. Reg 191/11) requires that municipalities consult the public, people with disabilities and an accessibility advisory committee, where one exists concerning various public features. Elgin County has a joint accessibility advisory committee with Central Elgin only due to population size. No other local municipality has a population exceeding 10,000. In an effort to utilize shared services for the purpose of accessible feature consultation a survey and consultation conducted by the Elgin County Accessibility Coordinator.
DISCUSSION
Further to the consultation and survey, the Elgin County Accessibility Coordinator invited staff from local municipalities to attend the January Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee to provide feedback on the proposed feature document, attached hereto as Appendix ‘A’. Feedback from the January Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting was incorporated into the document, which was sent to local municipalities for staff review in early March. The Elgin County Accessibility Coordinator presented the finalized document to the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee on March 15, 2017. At which time the committee passed a motion to send the document to local municipalities for their approval.
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is an advisory committee of Elgin County Council and Central Elgin Council. All meetings are open to the public.
RECOMMENDATION
1. THAT Report CAO-23/17 re Accessible Playground Consultation be received for information;
2. AND THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham direct staff to utilize the Accessible Playground Consultation document, attached hereto as Appendix ‘A’ when building new, or redeveloping a playground and associated features.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Paul Shipway CAO|Clerk Accessible Playground Consultation
Participating Municipalities:
• Municipality of Southwold • Municipality of West Elgin • Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich • Municipality of Central Elgin • Town of Aylmer • Municipality of Bayham • Municipality of Malahide
Background
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) was enacted in 2005 with the overarching goal for making Ontario accessible for people with disabilities by the year 2025. Under this legislation, an accessible Ontario is to be achieved through the development, implementation and enforcement of accessibility standards.
Accessibility features in the exterior environment will be regulated primarily through the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (O. Reg 191/11). It should be noted that there are a few areas of the exterior public realm currently regulated by Ontario’s Building Code, such as routes within a site to barrier-free entrances, passenger loading zones and parking lots with barrier free parking.
Accessibility of buildings will continue to be regulated through Ontario’s Building Code. Ontario’s Building Code was updated in 2015 to provide elements within buildings. It should be noted that the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation regulates some building elements associated with providing access to service, such as service counters, fixed queuing lines and seating in waiting areas, whether these elements are indoors or outdoors.
The Standard requires municipalities to consult with people with disabilities in certain circumstances to develop design solutions that reflect local conditions and meet the needs of all users. Consultation is required when a municipality plans to construct or redevelop: • Exterior paths of travel • Recreational trails • Outdoor play spaces • Accessible on-street parking
There is no one-size-fits-all way to consult people with disabilities. The way you consult and how you determine the final design details is up to your municipality.
Version Date: March 2017 Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide municipalities with a guideline when developing or redeveloping an outdoor play space.
Accessible outdoor play spaces feature firm and stable surfaces that can support mobility aids and absorb the shock of a fall to help prevent injuries, as well as features that stimulate all senses – like a water play area or sandbox to enjoy through touch, or a sound area with chimes and other noise makers which can be enjoyed through hearing. They also incorporate active play components that allow children of all abilities to experience climbing, sliding and swinging.
Before developing a new outdoor play space or redeveloping an existing one, a municipality is required to consult with the public and people with disabilities on the needs of children and their caregivers with a variety of disabilities. Municipalities must also consult with their Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC).
The consultation process must address requirements for accessible play spaces for children and caregivers with various disabilities including, but not limited to, sensory and active play components.
Consultation Process
The following individuals were consulted in the development of this document.
1. Consult with local municipal parks and recreation staff. 2. Consult with Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee 3. Online Survey – to allow the public to provide input into the document
Accessible Playgrounds
The following are a list of elements that a municipality should incorporate into an outdoor play space. The following elements have been included in this document as a result of the consultation process listed above.
The recommendations in this document are applicable to new or redeveloped playgrounds only. The intention is not to retrofit existing playground structures.
1. Accessibility Features
Municipalities shall incorporate accessibility features, such as sensory and active play components into the design of outdoor play spaces. These should address the needs of children and caregivers with various disabilities.
Version Date: March 2017 Structures should be designed to challenge users of all abilities in a variety of ways, and allow for self-directed play. Structures should be intuitive and simple to understand and use. Include ramps and/or transfer systems to some of the elevated play components.
Offer varied play experiences by providing a variety of play components, opportunities and experiences (e.g., cognitive, problem solving, physical play, graduated challenge, balance and coordination, body control, sliding, spinning, swinging, bouncing, tactile, sensory, etc.)
Integrate play areas that invite engagement between children of diverse abilities.
• A minimum of 20% of features incorporated shall be accessible.
Examples of accessible features:
- Play counters - Crawl tubes/tunnels - Sand tables - Ramps connecting components - Play Panels
• In addition, municipalities shall ensure there is one accessible swing available
Examples of accessible swings:
• Arch swing • Inclusive Swing Seat
2. Surfaces
Surfaces must be firm and stable, with characteristics to reduce impact and injuries.
Use surfacing that accommodates anyone using a mobility device, such as a cane, walker, wheelchair or scooter.
Surfacing is one of the most significant considerations, given its importance to facilitating easy access to play equipment and experiences, travel to/from and throughout the play area, and safety. It can also be the most costly component of the installation, making accessible play spaces more expensive than traditional playgrounds.
Examples of accessible surface materials:
• Engineered Wood Fiber Processed wood ground to a fibrous consistency, randomly sized. Free of hazardous
Version Date: March 2017 substances. Not to be confused with wood chips.
• Poured-In-Place Poured-in-place is a seamless synthetic surface that is formed with a chemical binder and rubber filler.
• Tiles Synthetic tiles and mats are a combination of a chemical binder and rubber filler. Intertwining strands create a “trampoline effect” that cushions falls.
• Wood Chips/Bark Mulch Bark mulch comes from urban tree management and landscaping programs. Bark mulch may contain twigs and leaves. Wood chips generally do not contain twigs or leaves. Wood sources should be checked prior to chipping for toxins or allergens.
3. Seating areas
Consider providing at least one accessible seating area so that a caregiver with a disability can comfortably observe their child. Install benches with backs and armrests that are strategically placed throughout and surrounding the space, preferably in a shaded area.
Design considerations – A seating area with a bench should extend approximately 1500 mm (60”) beyond the end of the bench, and be a minimum of 1220 mm (48”) deep, to accommodate an individual using a mobility device.
Version Date: March 2017
4. Path of travel
Ensure that there are accessible routes at least 1500 mm (60”) wide, connecting the playground with access elements such as sidewalks and parking lots. Providing accessible walkways will also help children and caregivers with disabilities move into the play areas and between play equipment.
Design requirement – Clear width: Minimum 1500 mm (60”). Surface: Firm, stable and slip resistant.
Slope of any pathway must meet the Standards minimum requirement for exterior paths of travel. Pathways to and throughout the play space should provide circulation/access to all spaces/equipment.
Sidewalk Slopes
Design requirement – Running slope: no steeper than 1:20 (5%).
Exception: sidewalk beside a roadway can be steeper than 1:20 (5%), but must not be steeper than the slope of the adjacent roadway.
Recreational Trail Slopes
Design requirement – Gentle running slopes are recommended, to minimize the amount of strength and stamina required to use the trail.
Entry Points
Entry points into play spaces should be a minimum of 1000 mm (39”) to allow a mobility device to gain entry, while excluding larger vehicles not considered appropriate for this purpose. The surface of an entry point should be firm stable and slip resistant.
5. Portable Washrooms
If providing portable washrooms, ensure that 20% or 1 washroom is accessible.
6. Splash Pads
Ensure that the distance between splash pad features is a minimum of 1220 mm (48”). Colour contrast should be considered on the water features themselves, as well as the surrounding area. The components themselves should have a variety of water pressures to allow for participation by children with disabilities.
Version Date: March 2017
Example – A ground level “bubbler” will allow a child who uses a wheelchair to participate in the splash pad experience.
7. Other Considerations
• Choose a geographically accessible location within the community. It should be a space that meets the needs of the community. • Design with existing site characteristics to help minimize the cost of redevelopment. • Ensure sufficient parking to accommodate users, whether on-site or on-street. • Ensure that the accessible play structures are integrated into the plan for the entire site. • Ensure fencing does not increase barriers. Instead it should provide a sense of comfort for both children and caregivers. • Provide sight lines for supervision. • Aim to minimize distance from park entry or parking lot to play space. • Where possible, consider providing accessible washrooms near the play space.
Version Date: March 2017
REPORT CAO
TO: Mayor & Members of Council FROM: Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk DATE: April 20, 2017 REPORT: CAO-24/17
SUBJECT: SMOKE-FREE ONTARIO ACT
BACKGROUND
On April 6, 2017 Council provided staff direction to prepare a report on the Smoke-Free Ontario Act.
DISCUSSION
The Smoke-Free Ontario Strategy was implemented in 2006 and ‘has reduced tobacco use and lowered health risks to non-smokers in Ontario’.
The Smoke-Free Ontario Strategy combines programs, policies, laws and public education to: • help smokers quit • protect people from exposure to second-hand smoke • encourage young people to never start
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act provides that smoking is no longer permitted in children's playgrounds or in public spaces within 20 metres of a playground, smoking is no longer allowed at publicly owned outdoor sporting areas, spectator areas, sporting areas and public areas within 20 metres of any point of the edge of the sporting or spectator areas.
‘Sporting Area’ applies to spaces owned by the province, municipality, college and universities used primarily for sports, such as soccer, football, basketball, beach volleyball, baseball, skateboarding (with the exception of golf) open to the public whether or not a fee is charged to enter.
‘Children's Playground’ is an area primarily used for children's recreation and equipped with children's play equipment such as: slides, swings, climbing apparatuses, splash pads, wading pools, or sandboxes, an area that is open to the public at no cost or for a fee.
The Elgin St. Thomas Public Health Unit – Tobacco Enforcement Officer enforces the provisions of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act which includes an online complaint form.
RECOMMENDATION 1. THAT Report CAO-24/17 re Smoke-Free Ontario Act be received for information;
Respectfully Submitted by:
Paul Shipway CAO|Clerk REPORT CAO
TO: Mayor & Members of Council FROM: Paul Shipway, CAO|Clerk DATE: April 20, 2017 REPORT: CAO-25/17 SUBJECT: KING ST. ROAD ALLOWANCE BETWEEN CONCESSION 2&3
BACKGROUND
On January 5, 2017 the Council of the Corporation passed the following resolution:
THAT the Museums Bayham Advisory Board & Committee Resolution requesting the Council of the Municipality of Bayham consider ensuring King Street and road allowance to Edison Pioneer Cemetery be treated the same as other municipal streets, public works regularly tend the gravel and roadside in accordance to grass cutting standards spring through autumn and including the cost to an existing contractor's agreement be received for information;
AND THAT the request be referred to staff to draft a report.
DISCUSSION
The Road Allowance between Concession 2 & 3 depicted on Appendix ‘A’, attached hereto is an unopened road allowance.
As the road allowance is unopened any road built within the same would be required to be built to Provincial Design - Minimum Maintenance Standards. The works would involve slope stabilization and the possibility of acquisition of additional lands for the same. Staff would respectfully suggest opening of King St. road allowance is not a road system priority, as outlined in the Roads Master Plan, at this point in time.
RECOMMENDATION
1. THAT Report CAO-09/17 re King St. Road Allowance between Concession 2&3 be received for information.
2. AND THAT a copy of Report CAO-09/17 re King St. Road Allowance between Concession 2&3 be sent to Museums Bayham.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Paul Shipway CAO|Clerk
THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
BY-LAW NO. 2017-036
A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM AND UNDERHILL TRUCKING LTD.
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham is desirous of entering into an agreement with Underhill Trucking Ltd. for reconstruction of approximately 1 km of road bed material on Maple Grove Line;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to execute the Agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” and forming part of this by-law between Underhill Trucking Ltd. and the Municipality of Bayham;
2. AND THAT this by-law shall come into full force and effect upon final passing.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 20th DAY OF APRIL 2017.
______MAYOR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
BY-LAW NO. 2017-039
A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM AND MURRAY MILLS TRUCKING & EXCAVATING LTD.
WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham is desirous of entering into an agreement with Murray Mills Trucking & Excavating Ltd. for the provision of services of RFT No. 1715 – Hamlet of Richmond Watermain Replacement – Municipality of Bayham – Component 1;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to execute the Agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” and forming part of this by-law between Murray Mills Trucking & Excavating Ltd. and the Municipality of Bayham;
2. AND THAT this by-law shall come into full force and effect upon final passing.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 20th DAY OF APRIL 2017.
______MAYOR CLERK THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
BY-LAW NO. 2017-040
A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM AND EVANS SUPPLY LIMITED
WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham is desirous of entering into an agreement with Evans Supply Limited for the installation of Automated Water Meter Reading System;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to execute the Agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” and forming part of this by-law between Evans Supply Limited and the Municipality of Bayham;
2. AND THAT this by-law shall come into full force and effect upon final passing.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 20th DAY OF APRIL 2017.
______MAYOR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
BY-LAW NO. 2017–041
A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM ALL ACTIONS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM FOR THE REGULAR MEETING HELD APRIL 20, 2017
WHEREAS under Section 5 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, the powers of a municipal corporation are to be exercised by the Council of the municipality;
AND WHEREAS under Section 5 (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the powers of Council are to be exercised by by-law;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham deems it advisable that the proceedings of the meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law.
THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the actions of the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham in respect of each recommendation and each motion and resolution passed and other action by the Council at the regular meeting held April 20, 2017 is hereby adopted and confirmed as if all proceedings were expressly embodied in this by-law.
2. THAT the Mayor and Clerk of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the action of the Council including executing all documents and affixing the Corporate Seal.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME and finally passed this 20th day of April, 2017.
______MAYOR CLERK