Distributed 10-09-15
AGENDA
COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF LENNOX AND ADDINGTON
Meeting to be held - Wednesday, September 22,2010
Council Chamber County Court House 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Regular Monthly meeting held - June 23,2010 Working Session meeting held - July 14, 2010 Working Session meeting held - September 8,2010 C APPROVAL OF AGENDA DISCLOSURE CIF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
WARDEN'S REPORT Page 1
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Accessibilitv
September 13,2010 - staff report re: Proposed Accessibility Page 3 Standards (Deputy Clerk)
2. Countv Web Site
September 9, 201 0 - staff report re: County Web Site Development Page 6 (Director, Information Services) - 2 - September Regular Monthly Meeting Distributed Meeting to be held - September 22,2010 10-09-15
3. Countv Department Activitv Reports
September 14, 2010 - staff report re: Administrative Services Activities Page 9 (Chief Administrative OfficerIClerk) -
September 14, 201 0 - staff report re: Financial & Physical Services Page 14 Activities (Director, Financial & Physical Services)
September 7, 201 0 - staff report re: Social Services Activities Page 17 (Director, Social Services)
September 14, 201 0 - staff report re: Information Services Activities Page 20 (Director, Information Services)
September 14,2010 - staff report re: The John M. Parrott Centre Page 31 Activities (Director, The John M. Parrott Centre)
4. Resolutions a) Gas-fired Peaking Electricity Generating Power Plant
June 28,201 0 - resolution re: Proposed Provincial Regulation to Exempt Page 38 from the Provisions of the Planning Act a Gas-fired Peaking Electricity Generating Power Plant in the Township of King (Township of King) b) Harmonized Goods and Services Tax
(i) July 23, 2010 - resolution re: HST - Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Page 39 (Township of Malahide)
(ii) August 201 0 - resolution re: Harmonized Goods and Services Page 41 Tax (HST) (Central Huran)
(iii) August 9, 20 10 - resolution re: HST - Recreational or Cultural Page 42 Activities (Township of Wellington North)
MATTERS FOR INFORMATION
1. United Way - 211
July 27,2010 - correspondence re: United Way - 21 1 Page 43 (Bhavana Varma, President & CEO, United Way serving KFL&A) -3- September Regular Monthly Meeting Distributed C Meeting to be held - September 22,2010 10-09-15 2. Accessibilitv for Ontarians
August 10,2010 - correspondence re: Review of the Accessibility for Page 44 Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (Hon, Madeleine Meilleur, Ministry of Community and Social Services)
3. Kingston's Hospitals
August 20,2010 - correspondence re: Thank you for Support of the Page 49 Redevelopment of Kingston's Hospitals (Ian Wilson, Campaign Chair, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation)
4. Algonquin Land Claim
September 9,2010 - correspondence re: Update on Algonquin Land Page 50 Claim Negotiations (Shelly Dumouchel, Program & Community Liaison, Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs)
5. AM0 Communications
July 15,2010 - communication re: Straight Talk on Eco Fes Page 59
July 27,201 0 - communication re: Ontario's Environmental Page 61 Commissioner Delivers Straight Talk on Waste Diversion
July 201 0 - communication re: Integrated Community Energy Planning: Page 62 What Every Councillor Should Know about Positioning your Municipality in Front of the New Economy
August 26, 201 0 - communication re: AM0 Welcomes The Honourable Page 64 Rick Bartolucci to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
August 25,2010 - communication re: Second Phase of Pension Reform Page 65 Unveiled by Finance Minister
September 9, 201 0 - communication re: New Municipal Representatives Page 66 Appointed to MPAC's Board
September 9,2010 - communication re: Proposed Integrated Accessibility Page 67 Regulation Posted for 45 Day Public Review C September 9,201 0 - communication re: Executive Appointments Page 68 -4- September Regular Monthly Meeting Distributed Meeting to be held - September 22,2010 10-09-15
6. Conferences and Seminars
September 2010 - notice re: Elected Official Trainings and Workshops Page 69 (AMO)
7. Correspondence Highlights Page 70
8. Information Available Upon Request Page 71
OTHER BUSINESS
1. Statements by Members
2. Notice of Motion
3. Matters of Urgency
BY-LAWS
1. New Industrial Entrance
A By-law to Amend By-Law No. 2120, as amended, Designating County Page 72 Road 23 as a Controlled Access Highway and to Authorize the Construction of One New Industrial Entrance to Part 8 of Registered Plan No. 29R-2 108
2. Confirmation of Proceedings
A By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of Page 73 the County of Lennox and Addington at its meeting held on Wednesday, September 22,2010
ADJOURNMENT Page 1 C REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL FROM: Warden Henry Hogg
RE: Activities: June 20 10 - September 20 10
DATE: September 1 3,20 10
My activities over the past months included:
June 18 - Attended the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus Meeting held at the County of Renfrew Administration Building in Pembroke, Ontario
June 2 1-22 - - Attended the Eastern Ontario Economic Summit held in Kingston
June 23 - Attended at the County Office
June 23 - Chaired the Regular Meeting of County Council
- Attended the Launch of 2 1 1 in Lennox & Addington and a Community Open
House at the County Office 0 June 25 June 30 - Attended at the County Office
July 8 - Attended at the County Office
July 8 - Attended the Prince Edward-Lennox & Addington Social Service Committee Meeting, Napanee
July 14 - Chaired the Working Session Meeting of County Council
July 22 - Attended at the County Office
July 29 - Attended at the County Office
August 6 - Attended at the County Office
August 13 - Attended at the County Office
August 14 - 1 8 - Attended the 20 10 Annual AM0 Conference in Windsor
August 20 - Attended at the County Office Page 2 Warden Report to Council - September 13, 201 0 Page 2 of 2
August 27 - Attended at the County Office
September 2 - Attended at the County Office
September 8 - Attended at the County Office
September 8 - Chaired the Working Session Meeting of County Council
September 9 - Attended the Economic Development Coalition Meeting
All of which is respectfully submitted,
Warden Henry Hogg Page 3
STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
From: Tracey McKenzie Deputy Clerk
Re: Proposed Accessibility Standards
Date: September 13,20 10
In 2005, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) was passed into law. The goal of the AODA is to make Ontario accessible to people with disabilities by 2025. The Province announced that Committees would be formed to develop "Standards" in five different areas under the Act. The Standards - Accessible Customer Service, Transportation, Information & Communications, Employment and Built Environment - are meant to cover important areas of everyday life. These Standards (or Regulations) explain the accepted way of doing something, what the requirements are, who has to meet them and by when.
The first AODA Standard was the Accessible Customer Service Standard, which municipalities had to comply with by January 1,2010. The County of Lennox and Addington submitted its first Accessible Customer Service Report to the Province in C) March of this year and was in full compliance with the legislation.
In June 2009, the provincial government appointed former Ontario Minister of Community and Social Services, Charles Beer to conduct the first independent review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. The goal of the review was to determine whether the objective of an accessible province was being met in an effective, efficient, flexible and fair manner. At that time, the remaining four Standards - Built Environment, Information & Communications, Employment and Transportation - had all been developed by Committees, and released for mandatory public reviews during 2008 and 2009, but final Regulations had not been enacted.
Mr. Beer's report "Charting the Path Forward" was tabled in the Ontario Legislature in May 20 10, fittingly during National Access Awareness Week. The report recommended that the remaining standards should be harmonized in order to align their requirements and make it easier to determine compliance timelines. Early in September, following Mr. Beer's recommendation, the Province released a final Proposed Integrated Accessibility Standard which includes general requirements that will apply to information & communications, employment and transportation. In 201 3, the Customer Service Standard will also be integrated into this regulation. Page 4
Staff have reviewed the proposed Integrated Standard and believe that the requirements and timelines are reasonable. A schedule of proposed compliance timelines is attached for Council's information.
The final Proposed Built Environment Standard was released separately late last week. The Province did not harmonize the Built Environment Standard at this time because it is very extensive and technical. The Proposed Standard has 14 sections which cover 1 1 different groups of building elements. For every building element (for example, doors and doorways) there are technical requirements which explain how to make this element accessible for people with disabilities. The proposed Standard applies to all new construction and extensive renovations to the existing built environment.
The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced in August that most requirements in the Proposed Built Environment Standard will be integrated into the Ontario Building Code. It is expected that the Proposed Built Environment Standard will also become part of the Integrated Accessibility Standard at some time.
Both Regulations are expected to be complete and in force in 20 1 1.
. , APPROVED FOR SUBMISSION I I Proposed Timelines for Compliance ~i,.~'~ccessibilityStandards I I 1 2020 / I Broader Public' I I I I
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
From: Mary Anne Evans, Director, lnformation Services
Re: County Web Site Development
Date: September 9,20 10
BACKGROUND The new County of Lennox G Addington web site was officially launched at the June 23'" meeting of Council. lnformation Services staff continue to actively work on the site, not only updating information, but also adding new material and enhancing the site through a number of special features.
Accessibility Assistive Technology The County is committed to providing a web site that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. To that end, a new feature called "Browse Aloud is being added to the web site. The County subscribes to the service and there is no cost to the user. 'This feature will be officially launched at the Joint Meeting of Lennox G Addington and Hastings Accessibility Advisory Committees, on September 29,2010.
Browse Aloud is an assistive technology tool which is designed to help the "print disabled community" to read and understand web pages and interact online. This feature is particularly helpf~~lto users with mild visual impairments, literacy difficulties, such as dyslexia, and for users for whom English is a second language.
FLlNCTlONALlTY Browse Aloud functionality includes: Read AloudIHover Highlighting - Browse Aloud allows web site visitors the option of having web site content read aloud. The user can hear web pages and have words highlighted as spoken. The user has control over the voice, speech highlighting, and word pronunciations; user moves mouse pointer over text to hear it being read aloud; words are highlighted as spoken Text SelectionIMagnification - Browse Aloud can be customized to read whole web pages or select specific text; allows users to magnify text to selected font size and style Translation - Browse Aloud can translate word-for-word between English, French. Spanish. Italian and German and translations are read aloud in corresponding languages Dictionary -accurate definitions are provided Screen Masking - user can add combination of filter colours to either the whole screen or a letterbox reading window or use as an "electronic ruler" MP3 Maker - The County can make MP3 files to host and stream directly from the web site or visitors can convert online text to MP3 and listen to it on the move Blind Toronto woman takes fight over government websites to court Page 1 of 2
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A blind Toronto woman will be in court later this month after years of arguing that federal government websites shortchange the visually impaired.
Donna Jodham says the websites do not allow equal opportunity for blind and visually impaired Canadians and insists the government is tuning out her concerns.
"We have been lobbying the government . . .and they have refused to listen to us," said Jodham, who will be in a Toronto court beginning Sept. 21, along with representatives from the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC). "Under the Charter of Rights, we are guaranteed equal access to information, but we are not getting that equal access."
Jodham and the AEBC have been lobbying for changes to the websites for the last four years and the first court papers on the issue were filed in 2007 with the hopes that Canada would take action to 0 provide better access to information. Blind Toronto woman takes fight over government websites to court Page 2 of 2
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She said more than three million visually impaired Canadians, unless they seek help from sighted individuals, are often left to use Ottawa's telephone information system which can lead to lengthy delays.
"At present, (the websites) cater to the fully visual Canadian. It seems the government has decided it's not a priority, so we're left out in the cold."
Potential solutions for the visually impaired, Jodham said, are braille options, larger fonts and e-text, which can be read by specialized software.
The Treasury Board of Canada would not comment on the specifics of the case while it is before the court.
In an email, spokesman Pierre-Alain Bujold said the department "is continuously working with the government's web community to address common issues and barriers, and ensure accessible online information and services to the public."
Q Copyright (c) Postmedia News Page 9 c STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL FROM: Larry Keech Chief Administrative OfficerIClerk
RE: Administrative Services Activities
DATE: September 14,2010
Human Resources
Holiday Season Office Hours It has been customary for a number of years to provide non-union employees with a complementary half day of vacation on the last working day before Christmas Day and the last working day before New Year's Day. Christmas Day 2010 and New Year's Day 201 1 each fall on a Saturday.
Various County operations will close for public service at noon on Friday, December 24,2010 and will reopen on Wednesday, December 29,2010; and will close at noon on Friday, December 3 1,2010 and will reopen on Tuesday, January 4,201 1. The public will be notified of these office closures through suitable communications.
United Way Campaign On Friday, September loth,the Joint Health & Safety Committee held an "end of summer" barbecue to kick off the 201 0 United Way Campaign. Between donations and a 50150 draw, $300.00 was raised for this year's County Staff Campaign.
Broadband Open Houses were held at North Fredericksburgh Hall on August 1 lthand at Roblin Hall on August 12th to officially kick-off the new fixed wireless service available in Lennox and Addington County through the Rural Connections Broadband Project. New and upgraded service is now available through Xplornet to areas around Adolphustown, South of Napanee and Roblin. Dealers and project members were available both evenings to answer questions and sign residents up for the new service. Additional information sessions will be held in the fall as the second phase of the County's project goes into service.
The County is offering Online Business Principles seminars as part of the outreach component of the Rural Connections Broadband Project. The series includes workshops on Online Marketing and Building Websites which will be held at North Fredericksburgh Hall, Napanee Branch Library, Flinton Recreation Centre and Tamworth Community Hall. Page 10
Economic Development
The Government of Ontario recently announced that 13 tourism regions would be established to better coordinate tourism marketing and management across the province. Lennox and Addington is included in two tourism regions. Addington Highlands Township is in Region 11 which includes Frontenac, Haliburton, Hastings, Lanark and Renfrew Counties. Greater Napanee, Stone Mills and Loyalist Township are in Region 9 which includes Hastings, Prince Edward, Frontenac, Leeds & Grenville and Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Counties. Over the past several months, the staff of the Economic Development office have been actively involved in several meetings for Region 9 and 11 that will shape the future direction of tourism in L&A and Ontario.
New Colour/Design for Ambulance Service Vehicles
In September the ambulance service took delivery of three new vehicles, an ambulance and two ERV's, to replace three of the oldest vehicles in the fleet. The purchase, conversion and decaling of the vehicles was included in the 2010 capital budget.
The three vehicles have a new look which is intended to increase the visibility of ambulances for improved patient, paramedic and public safety. Ambulance service staff researched materials which assisted in the new design of the vehicle exteriors. The main body is primarily comprised of a high-visibility, bright yellow-green florescent prismatic sheeting, which offers the highest rate of light return. The outline and non-major components are comprised of a retro-reflective material commonly used on road signs.
Loyalist College - Proposed Fundraising Campaim
On June 29,20 10, Warden Hogg and the Chief Administrative OfficerIClerk attended a luncheon meeting at Loyalist College in Belleville with Wilf Wilkinson, a member of the Board of the Loyalist College Foundation and John Williams, Mayor of Quinte West and a member of the College's Board of Governors. During the meeting the Warden and CAO were advised that the College is proposing to commence a hdraising campaign in late 20 101early 20 11 to support the purchase of equipment and outfitting for the newly constructed Sustainable Skills Technology and Life Sciences Centre.
The fundraising campaign will include an appeal to area municipalities for financial support. As a prelude to the campaign's official kick-off, it was suggested that the College might hold an open house for municipal candidates from across the region.
Both the Warden and CAO emphasized to Mr. Wilkinson and Mayor Williams that municipalities have major fiscal pressures fiom competing service needs and infrastructure requirements. Page 11
Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus nw Eastern Ontario Economic Summit
The Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, Ontario East Economic Development and the Eastern Ontario Community Futures Development Corporations co-sponsored an Eastern Ontario Economic Summit in Kingston on June 2 1-22,2010. Leaders from 120 public and private sector organizations from across Eastern Ontario came together to discuss and develop regional economic development plans which will advance shared economic interests leading to economic prosperity and community development.
The report from the Eastern Ontario Economic Summit recommended that action be taken on a number of specific priorities. These identified priorities are summarized in Section 1.6 of the Executive Summary of the report. A copy of the Recommended Actions from the Summit is included with this report for Council's information.
The EOWC has supported the submission of applications to FedDev Ontario for potential funding of the three projects outlined under "Immediate Actions".
Lennox and Addington's Manager, Economic Development and CAO are members of the Steering Committee which organized the Economic Summit and are now advancing the projects emerging from it.
MeetinglDelegations During the AM0 Conference
The Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus held a number of meetings and delegations with Ministers during the AM0 Conference in Windsor from August 1 5thto the 18". The following is a brief summary of the highlights of these activities.
a) The EOWC held a meeting during the afternoon of August 1 5thto address a number of current matters including:
the Endangered Species Act as presented by a delegation representing the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities the recommended actions from the Eastern Ontario Economic Summit the Regional Data Set project the continued use of the Long Form Census the provincial funding of Southern Ontario Library Services the Eastern Ontario Regional Network project preparation for Ministerial Delegations Page 12
The then Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Hon. Jim Bradley, attended the EOWC meeting briefly to address the group.
The EOWC meeting was followed by a joint meeting with the Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus during which some of the items noted above were addressed as well as:
Input to the provincial consultation process on off-shore wind turbines EMS response time standards Medical priority dispatch Private Member's Bill 58 Uncollected POA fines Farm taxlmanaged forest rebate program
b) On August 1 7ththe EOWC had the opportunity to meet for one hour with the Hon. Jim Bradley, then Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Hon. Dwight Duncan, Minister of Finance, the Hon. Chris Bentley, Attorney General, the Hon. John Gerretson, then Minister of the Environment, the Hon. Carol Mitchell, Minister of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs and Lou Rinaldi, PA to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Jean-Marc Lalonde, PA to the Minister of Health Promotion and Sport.
The EOWC addressed the following issues during this meeting:
the Eastern Ontario Development Fund the development of a Growth Plan for Eastern Ontario Joint and Several Liability Reform Bill 16 - Creating the Foundation for Jobs and Growth Act 20 10
Bill 140 - Long-Term Care Land Ambulance - Medical Priority Dispatch System and Response Time Standard Implementation Chalk River National Laboratories
The Ministers and PAS welcomed the presentation by the EOWC and entered into an open dialogue about the various issues. During the meeting Minister Bradley advised everyone that the EOWC had been held up as an outstanding example of an organization that effectively represents a region and works with senior levels of government to bring about change during a recent meeting of Ministers of Municipal Affairs from across the country.
There is no doubt that the EOWC continues to work very hard in the best interest of all municipalities across the region. Page 13
, Eastern Ontario Regional Network
I( I L On August 3 1,2010 representatives of the federal and provincial governments joined with the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus to officially announce the beginning of construction of the Eastern Ontario Regional Network. The announcement included confirmation that Bell and Bell Aliant have been chosen by the EOWC to build the fibre-backbone of the broadband network project and that Barrett Xplore Inc. has been chosen as the preferred proponent to provide satellite services for remote and terrain challenging locations.
With these announcements the project team has now begun the process of hiring the necessary staff to advance the project. There is also a search underway for potential members to serve on the EORN Board of Directors. Further details are available at www.eorn.ca. Page 14 STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
FROM: Stephen Fox, Director Financial & Physical Services
RE: Activity Report - Financial & physical Services
DATE: September 14,2010
Roads & Bridges
The following is a summary of the major activities of the Road & Bridges department:
The following 20 10 capital projects are substantially complete.
o Centre StICNR underpass sidewalk and retaining wall replacement o County Road 41 Building Canada Fund project extension, south of Erinsville o Major works in the Hot mix paving program, including County Rd 8, Centre St, County Rd 5 & County Rd 29 paved shoulders. I o Surface Treatment on County Rd 9,11 & 30. o Guide rail installations at County Rd 22lCNR crossing and County Rd 8Big Creek Bridge o Crack sealing program o Bridge protectant program
The following capital projects are currently underway or pending
o County Road 41 Infrastructure Stimulus Fund project extension is underway with paving expected to be complete by early October o Cross culvert replacement program o County Rd IICNR overpass is underway and expected to be complete by early October o Carnden East, Minks & Centre St bridge approach repairs are scheduled to start later this month. o Miscellaneous engineeringlgeotechnical reviews
AECOM is currently converting digital mapping to the new ArcView mapping system. Staff will be participating in training on the WorkTech asset management software later this month Staff are scheduled to visit County of Frontenac in October to review their Geographic Information System (GIs) operations Five Adopt-A-Highway groups (Civitan Club of Napaneel4 women's institute chapters) will be conducting fall clean-up events. Page 15
Property Sewices
The following is a summary of the major activities in the Property Services department.
New energy efficient furnaces have been installed at Disraeli St and Barker St in Picton and at Meadow Lane in Napanee. All of the family units in Social Housing have now been upgraded with new furnaces. Duct'cleaning has also taken place at all of the units. New carpet has been installed at Dundas Heights and Jubilee Apartments in Napanee. Carpeting will be installed in the lower level of the Memorial Building by the end of September. Balcony railings have been painted at Dundas Heights. New energy efficient refrigerators have been installed at Pinegrove Apartments in Northbrook, Meadowview Apartments in Tamworth and Queen Elizabeth Apartments in Napanee. New refrigerators and stoves have now been installed at all of the Social Housing apartments over the last three years as part of the Social Housing Renovation & Retrofit Program. A playground structure at Disraeli St in Picton will be installed this week and will be operational by the end of the month. The Province conditionally approved fhding of $245,000 for photovoltaic projects (solar panels) at Maple Villa Apartments in Picton, Meadowview Apartments in Tamworth and Meadow Lane in Napanee. Exterior painting and landscaping at the Amherstview Social Services office is now complete. Ben Hokum and Son Ltd was awarded the County Forest thinning quotation at a price of $71,478, net of GST. The quotation package was sent to ten forest contractors and advertised on the County's website. Three quotations were received and the highest bid was Hokum's bid. The 2010 budgeted revenue was $30,000 and the favourable quotation results are primarily due to increased volume and improved market conditions. NORR Consulting is in the process of updating the long range capital plans for all social housing facilities in L&A and Prince Edward, including social housing units managed by the Non Profit Housing Corporations
Financial Sewices & Provincial Offences
The following is a summary of the major activities of the Financial Services and Provincial Offences department:
For the first six months of 2010, the County has processed 5,867 charges under the Provincial Offences Act. The number of charges processed is approximately 5% lower than the charges processed during the first six months of 2009. The County is participating in a joint Request for Proposal for Collection Agency Seryices with several other Eastern Ontario municipalities who administer Provincial Offences. Quotations are being reviewed for the replacement of County cell phones New digital court recording equipment and paperless storage software have been 0 acquired which will streamline Provincial Offences administration. Page 16
Accounts
The following is a smaryof accounts paid during the period from Jwie 14,2010{0 September 13,2010. -
Department Amount
Ambulance Services & Emergency Programs Child Care The John M. Parrott Centre Library Services Museum & Archives Provincial Offences Property Services Roads & Bridges Social Housing Social Assistance Economic Development & Broadband Hospital Support KFL&A Health Unit Municipal Property Assessment Corp. Administration & Finance (includes payroll remittances)
Total $13,747,285.85
The detailed breakdown of accounts is available upon request from the Director, Financial & Physical Services and will be available for review by Councillors at the County Council meeting.
APPROVED FOR SUBMISSION Page 17 STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
FROM: Brian Elo-Shepherd, Director Prince Edward - Lennox and Addington Social Services
RE: Social Services Activities
DATE: September 7,20 10
Ontario Works Caseload The Prince Edward - Lennox and Addington Ontario Works (OW) caseload increased 0.2% from July to August 2010. The total number of benefit units is 907. The caseload is 8.5% higher compared to August 2009, and 7.9% higher than the 2009 year-to-date average. The Lennox and Addington OW caseload increased 0.3% from July 201 0, with 633 benefit units. It is 11.6% higher compared to August 2009 and 7.7% higher year-to- date.
Monthly Changes August 20 I0 % Change J~Y$. yp ,. , % , k.. .
Beqefit efith *BeneRt 01 . :@; 1es.;:.. eene~ciar~e6 B&nefid&p utliis " :yz Prince Edward 274 5 16 274 514 0.0 -0.4
Lennox & Addington 63 1 1134 633 1156 0.3 1.9
PEL&A TOTAL 905 1650 907 1670 0.2 1.2
Comparison to Same Month Last Year (2009) ~~~~~~~ - Au~t.2010 94 Change - Beneficiaries Beneficiaries BeneMVN?S - + ~ehef;i.i@i$~~~a ,, +,', 4 Unirp I Prince Edward 269 53 8 274 514 1.9 -4.5
Lennox & Addington 567 1073 633 1156 11.6 7.7
PEL&A TOTAL 836 161 1 907 1670 8.5 3.7 Page 18
Comparison of Year-to-Date (2009 to 2010) I I YTD Avqe2009 Y TD Average 20 10 % Change
' % Beqefit Bine~++ia Beneficiaries Beneficiaries units "., - - oats Unitsr
Prince Edward 270 542 292 545 8.0 0.6
Lennox & Addington 573 1085 6 17 1126 7.7 3.7
PEL&A TOTAL 843 1627 910 167 1 7.9 2.7
Nore: Some jigures may nor rota1 precrsely due lo round~ng.
Ontario Works .. . Ontario Works Policy Updates On August 13,2010 the Director of Ontario Works Branch for the Ministry of Community and Social Services issued a memo outlining some significant changes to Ontario Works policy which includes the following:
Expand the existing exemption of small-value casual gifts and payments as income Reduce suspensiodtermination periods for non-compliance with participation requirements Change the calculation of shelter allowances for recipients in co-residency situations Clarification of rules regarding the disposition of assets.
The changes, which are effective September 1,2010, will result in some reduction of administrative requirements for staff and represent a more reasonable approach to the application of Ontario Works Regulations.
Professional Development All PELASS staff are scheduled to participate in professional development activities the week of September 13,2010. Our Addiction Services partners will be presenting information to staff regarding the early identification of potential addiction problems, the latest approaches to addiction assessment and treatment and the ethics for addiction service practitioners.
Children's Services Unit
Early Learning Program Further information about the Early Learning Program has been released over the summer months. School boards may contract with CMSM's to provide fee subsidy to those children in the extended day programs. Schools in Lennox & Addington that are offering the Early Learning Program have opted out of offering the extended day program for 201 0- 1 1. However according to current policies they must offer the programs in 201 1-12. Locally child care providers already offering child care in the schools will be offering the extended day program at least for 201 0-1 1. Schools in Page 19
Lennox & Addington that are offering full day learning in 2010 include J.J. O'Neill C Catholic School, Centreville Public School, North Addington Education Centre and Westdale Park Public School
Fairfield Elementary School in Amherstview will be offering the Early Learning Program in Phase 2 (201 1-12).
Locally at least two child care provider staff have been employed by the school boards for the Early Learning Program. Shifting of staff in this manner will present difficulties for the providers as qualified staff are not readily available in this field.
APPROVED FOR SUBMISSION Page 20
STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
From: Mary Anne Evans, Director, Information Services
Re: Information Services Activities
Date: September 142010
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
Museum Among significant donations to the collection is a Pembroke (drop leaf) table c 1830 and a set of six Ruttan family silver spoons made from coins received for service during the War of 18 12. A Finkle cutter, made in Newburgh, has also been donated.
Arc hives The Archives received approximately 34 donations during the months of June, July and August, including: editions of "Harrowsmith" magazine featuring local buildings; an 1928 bound edition of the magazine "Ontario Farmer"; the most recent minute book of the Masonic Union Lodge # 9 of Napanee; the Attendance Register of the Addington District Women's Institute annual meetings from 1958- 1992; correspondence and receipts from the Don Hawley estate; various family files including Dalzell and Diamond family genealogies; newsletters from the Lennox and Addington Horticultural Society; map of Riverside Cemetery showing plots drawn by Charles Gordon; photographs from the SexsmithlMcLaren families; 3 digital scans of Past Warden, Charles Walker and his wife Gertie (to accompany the Warden's cane previously donated); book "All the Ship's Men - HMSC Athabaskan's Untold Stories"/ by Sherry J. Pringle; a box of Millhaven Women's Institute records, printed minutes and bylaws of the Township of Ernestown; and 2 DVD's of the Stinson and Young family genealogies.
COMMUNICATIONS
Web Site June 1 8ththe Director and lnformation Services Administrative Assistant presented the new County web site to the staff of Financial and Physical Services. New interactive features such as online request for information forms, etc. were highlighted.
lnformation Services staff continue to work on refining the web site. Page 21
August 18 - IS Administrative Assistant, Daphne Gardiner and IS Systems Administrator, Todd Lamothe participated in a conference call with web site consultant, Ian Woodward, F3 Webover re web site modifications.
September 2 - IS Director, IS Administrative Assistant and IS Systems Administrator participated in a follow-up conference call with Ian Woodward re web site.
Website Timely Topics o 2 I l Services June 28 o High Speed Internet 1 Broadband updates Library o Summer Reading Program o Children's Programs
Public Notices: Website Temporary Road Closure Centre Street. Napanee June 22 Temporarji Road Closure Centre Street, Napanee, REVISED June 22 Traffic Delays Tamworth, July I due to Canada Day Parade Closure of Camden East Public Library, June 26,20 I0 for Maintenance Temporary Closure of Stella Public Library due to flooding Road Closure, Kids of Steel Triathlon, July 6 Noxious Weeds Notice, July 12 Temporary Road Closures July 16-18, Odessa Fair, July 7 Demutualization Notice, July 14 Rainbarrel Sale, July 30 Demutualization Second Notice, August 19 EORN Board of Directors, August 26 EORN Employment Opportunities, August 26 Long-Term Care Rate Increase, July I
Public Notices: Newspaper Traffic Delays Tamworth, July I due to Canada Day Parade - Napanee Beaver and Napanee Guide Road Closure, Kids of Steel Triathlon - Napanee Guide, Napanee Beaver, Heritage Noxious Weed Notice - Napanee Beaver, Kingston this Week, EMC-Shield Temporary Road Closures, Odessa Fair - Napanee Beaver and Napanee Guide
Display Ads Horse and Trolley Tour at the LGA County Museum, September 26,2010 - Napanee Beaver Page 22
Media Releases Eastern Ontario Economic Summit Gathers Regional Momentum, June 2 1-22 Construction Begins on Eastern Ontario's Broadband Mega-Network. August 3 1 o Also includes Eastern Ontario Broadband Network Backgrounder (pdf)
Employment Opportunities: Website Chief of Ambulance Services G Manager of Emergency Programs. July 6 Registered Nurses - Part Time, July 19 Enterprise Facilitation Coordinator, July 22 Library Page, August 20 Supervisor Children's Services, September 2
Printed Forms, Stationery, Signage etc. Bookmarks for Summer Reading Program
Napanee District Community Foundation On June 16'~,the Director was invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Napanee District Community Foundation at the County Court House.
Exam Proctoring On July 29,2010 library staff proctored two on-line exams for a student enrolled in a distance education program.
Prince Charles School On May 27,20 10, Information Services staff, Library Services, participated in The Prince Charles School, Napanee. "Welcome to Kindergarten" night for new kindergarten students and their parents.
Ruth Brooks Retrospective Further to planning a Ruth Brooks retrospective exhibition and tour, the Museum Manager and Curatorial Assistant met with members of the former Napanee Art Guild, the Canadian Piano Museum and the Allan Macpherson House. The exhibition is being planned for October 23.
Cemetery Tour Jane Foster, Manager, Museum and Archives is assisting with historical background research for a cemetery bus tour that will visit Newburgh Cemetery on September 2oth. Originating in the Ottawa area, the coach tour will travel through Yarker, Newburgh, Switzerville and Odessa in Lennox and Addington. Page 23
DONATIONS r\ L/ During this reporting period Information Services, Library Services received the following donations. Library user .....$50 for the purchase of audio books Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association ...book "Young Author Awards 201 0"
Grand Cafe Sign The Grand Cafe leaded glass sign has been installed in the post-Confederation gallery. This sign was previously repaired and encased in plexiglass by Conservator, Alexander Cabov.
FACILITIES
Stella Branch Library On Wednesday, June 23, the Amherstview Branch Library Supervisor (also Cluster Supervisor for Bath. Odessa, South Fredericksburgh and Stella Libraries) made a routine Workplace Inspection visit at Stella Branch Library. She encountered flood conditions and directed that the library be closed immediately. The Director communicated with Loyalist Township and arranged to have the contents of the library removed and stored at Amherstview Library. This re-location was done on Sunday, August 27th by EMSA Moving. r\ w The library remains closed and correspondence was received from Loyalist Township Recreation Director, Cindy Lawson requesting a meeting to discuss alternate locations, etc. The meeting took place September I oth.
Township Staff will be taking a report to Loyalist Township Council re library services on Amherst Island. In the meantime, Stella Library hours (six hours per week) are being re- allocated to Bath Branch Library. The revised Bath Branch Library schedule is Monday 5-8pm Wednesday I-4pm; 5-8pm* Friday II -2pm* Saturday I Oam- l pm [*the re-allocated hours]
Bath Branch Library Loyalist Township staff arranged to have the carpet in the Bath Branch cleaned in June. A musty odour was detected in the teen space during a health G safety inspection. Township staff have been requested to follow up with an inspection and remediation, if necessary.
Loyalist Township Staff have determined that there is a drainage problem at the Bath site and significant moisture has penetrated the building. Staff are currently seeking professional 0 consultants re mold and asbestos. Page 24
Camden East Branch Library Staff reported excessive heat during a health G safety inspection. Staff currently use fans to help circulate air. Stone Mills Township staff are investigating the feasibility of installing a portable air conditioning unit in the library.
Napanee Branch Library The Manager, Library Services, received a letter from the Lennox G Addington District Women's Institute indicating that they are no longer able to care for the gardens at the Napanee Branch Library. Town of Greater Napanee staff have taken over the maintenance of the flowerbeds. A letter of appreciation was sent to the Women's Institute.
Odessa Branch Library Loyalist Township staff arranged to have the carpet in the Odessa Branch cleaned in June.
Tamworth Branch Library Staff reported excessive heat during a health G safety inspection. Staff currently use fans to help circulate air. Stone Mills Township staff are investigating the feasibility of installing a portable air conditioning unit in the library.
FUNDING
Community Access Program (CAP) Information Services. Library Services, staff received notification that a CAP grant application has been approved. The department will receive funding in the amount of $28, l SO.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Security Personal alarm pendants for staff have been added to the security systems at the Napanee and South Fredericksburgh Branch Libraries.
Emergency at Napanee Library On August 17.20 I0 Napanee Branch Library staff attended a junior library user who was having a seizure. Staff called 91 I, implemented first aid techniques, contacted parents, and accompanied the child to the hospital where his parents were waiting. The child's mother called the next day to report on his improved condition. She expressed her gratitude for the assistance that the staff provided and told them that doctors at the hospital said that the presence of properly trained people and the quick response of ambulance personnel were important contributors to the positive outcome of the incident.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Napanee Branch Library Assistant June IT" and 18~.the Director, Napanee Branch Library Supervisor and Human Resources Coordinator conducted interviews for the position of Branch Library Assistant and Relief. New employees commenced employment in July. Page 25
63j Volunteers Volunteers contributed 18 hours during June, 8 hours during July, 20.5 hours in August assisting in the Archives Reading Room. A secondary school student is completing volunteer hours at the Bath Branch Library.
Young Canada Works: Under the supervision of Curatorial Assistant, JoAnne Himmelman, Young Canada Works' intern, Erin Feddema, photographed, packaged and updated data base entries for 789 textile objects. The 8 week project ended August 27,20 10.
National Archival Development Program: Under "National Archival Development Program" funding, Sarah N iezen, NADP intern, is processing the Village of Newburgh municipal fonds to RAD (Rules for Archival Description) and assisting with Reading Room service during a I0week contract which commenced August 3.
Museum and Technology Project: Under the Ontario Government's "Museums and Technology Program" funding, Scott Jones, B.A., M.L.I.S. commenced design of an "E-History of Lennox and Addington" and 0 on-line education resources July 19. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Systems Administrator: Assisted the Financial Services department with review of cell phones Setup additional workstations in the Museum to accommodate new temporary staff Installed a third circulation desk workstation in Amherstview to accommodate staff with ergonomic issues I Was re-awarded the Microsoft MVP award Attended video production training in Toronto Installed Wireless internet'in the ~rchivksReading Room Troubleshot the wireless network in Bath Branch Library Installed photo editing software in the Archives Setup a network distribution point for the Museum G Archives staff to share files Page 26
PRIVACY
Financial b Physical Services June 18': the Director attended the annual staff meeting of the Financial G Physical Services department. An overview of the County's P~~ivacyPolicies and Procedures was presented and Confidentiality Agreements distributed for signing.
Library Services June 2sth:the Director gave a presentation at the annual Library Services staff meeting on Privacy Policies and Procedures. Some members of Museum and Archives staff also attended.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EXCEL A Branch Assistant, Napanee Branch Library, is registered for the fall session of EXCEL. The
. EXCEL . program is designed for staff working in small libraries and is offered through the Southern Ontario Library Service (SOLS)
Webinars Webinars are designed to familiarize staff with electronic databases and related search tools. to ensure that users can maximize their usefulness.
Staff members participated in the following webinar related to electronic database collections: May 20,20 I ()....CanadianPoints of View... Branch Coordinator, Tamworth June 16, I0 l O....Overdrive: Download Station... Branch Coordinator, Yarker July 22,20 I O....Overdrive: Browse, Checkout, Download ... Branch Assistant, Napanee
Workshops Staff members participated in the following workshops related to library service delivery: June 25,2010 ....In-house professional development day ...all staff. Topics covered included: Bill 168 Workplace Violence and Harassment County Privacy Policies County Website WHMlS Training Arc hives Resources MuseumTour Non-Fiction Reader's Advisory Page 27
Adobe Premiere Pro June 14'~and 15~Daphne Gardiner, IS Administrative Assistant attended a two day course in Toronto on Adobe Premiere Pro. This video editing application allows her to edit and create compelling, effective and professional videos for various outputs such as DVD, film. video, Multimedia and the Web.
Adobe LiveCycle July 9 Daphne Gardiner, IS Administrative Assistant attended a one day course in Toronto on Adobe LiveCycle. This program allows her to create fillable, dynamic, electronic forms in both Adobe Acrobat andl~crobatLiveCycle Designer. PDF-based forms are the best way to quickly create and manage interactive, cross-platform electronic forms while maintaining document integrity.
Adobe Flash July 26th and 27th Daphne Gardiner, IS Administrative Assistant attended a two day course in Toronto on Adobe Flash. Flash allows her to create animations, advertisements & design elements, add interactivity to Websites and to develop Rich Internet Applications.
Video Production August 3rdand 4thTodd Lamothe, IS Systems Administrator and Daphne Gardiner, IS Administrative Assistant attended a two day course in Toronto on Video Production. The Video Production course enabled them to be able to create a fully branded corporate video from start to finish. This includes, shooting video, editing, animating titles and logos, adding rnusiclvoiceovers to create a video for various outputs including HD, Flash Video's, latest F4V format, DVD and standard definition.
Archives Association of Ontario Conference:
The Archivist attended the Archives Association of Ontario Conference in Barrie during June 16- 1 8th, 20 10, as well as a pre-conference seminar a bout "Preservation and Conservation of Photographs." Digitization and marketing techniques with photographs were also featured.
On-line courses
The Curatorial Assistant, Joanne Himmelman commenced the 8~ course "Wills and Estates" in the basic certificate program from the Institute of Genealogical Studies on August 3rd. The Museum and Archives Assistant. Wendy Martin, has completed "Communications", the fourth course in the Administrative Office Assistant program. Loyalist College. The fifth and final course, "Building and Maintaining Customer Relations", will begin September 1 7. Page 28
St. John's Ambulance Archivist Shelley Respondek and Curatorial Assistant, JoAnne Himmelman completed "Emergency First Aid certification through St. John's Ambulance, Kingston, on July 2gth.
Professional Development Presentation The Archivist gave a talk to the lnformation Services library staff during an lnformation Services orientation on Friday June 25'. 20 10 and discussed the genealogy resources available for consultation in the Reading room.
PROGRAMMING
Story Time Camden East .... Toddler Tales.. ..A story time program for children ages 1-4, incorporates puppets, stories, finger plays, and songs. [Mondays 10: 15aml
Napanee .... Puppy Tales.... Children, ages 2-5, have an opportunity to participate in stories. songs, creative activities, and reading to child therapy certified puppies. [Thursdays 10:30am]
Napanee.... Story Time.... Children, ages 2-5, have an opportunity to participate in a story time incorporating finger plays, crafts, stories, games and songs. This is a new, alternate kindergarten day program that compliments Puppy Tales. [Wednesdays I :30pm] - Tamworth... Bedtime Buddies... This family story time was presented on a trial basis to ascertain community interest. The program proved popular and will be delivered in Tamworth in the fall.
Summer Reading Club The thenie for Summer Reading Club 20 10 was Destination Jungle. All branches participated in the general drop-in aspect of the club. Special activities took place at the Napanee, Yarker, and Tamworth Branch Libraries. Thirty-six children read twelve books over the summer and attended the gala closing event.
Kool Kamp On July 21" a group of 14 children from Social Services "Kool Kamp" visited the Museum and Archives. The participants constructed house models incorporating architectural features found on Napanee buildings such as the Stevenson House.
Success by Six The Manager. Library Services received a letter of appreciation from Success By 6 Week organizers regarding the library's participation with programs held at the Napanee, Tamworth, and Yarker branch libraries. Branch staff reported that several new program participants heard about branch activities through the Success By 6 Week promotional materials. Page 29
Diabetes Education A registered nurse and dietician from the Napanee Area Community Health Centre will be conducting diabetes education seminars at the Napanee Branch Library every Thursday evening from September 23 to October 28,20 10.
Library Card in Every Hand On May 19,201 0, students from Bath Public School visited the Bath Branch Library through the Library Card in Every Hand program. Sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Kingston and Napanee this program provides Grade I students an opportu~iityto have a class visit the library where they receive a library card, participate in a story time, tour of the library play literacy games, and borrow a book.
On June 28.20 10 students from Fairfield Elementary School visited the Amherstview Branch Library as part of the Library Card in Every Hand program.
County of Lennox & Addington Rural Connections Broadband Project Building Websites workshops will be held on October 42010 at the Napanee Branch Library, and on October 27,2010 at the Tamworth Branch Library. The hands-on session covers developing site needs, building websites using free online tools, and adding text. images, video & shopping carts. Workshops are $ I0 each and a light meal will be provided.
Gibbard Tour On September 26, a horse and trolley tour through Napanee highlighting Cibbard houses C will be offered at 12:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starting at the Museum and journeying past the Cibbard Factory, the tour will be narrated by Debbie Thibault, author of the forthcoming Cibbard history.
Ruth Brooks Retrospective Staff are currer~tlyplanning an art show and multi-site tour featuring the works of Ruth Brooks who passed away in 2009 after many active years as a prolific local painter in oils and watercolours. A "Ruth Brooks Retrospective" for is planned for October 23.
PUBLIC SERVICE STATISTICS
In June 2010, the Museum and Archives served 644 people including 282 person visits. 25 research requests by e-mail, letter or telephone. I53 service transactions. 95 extension exhibit visits. 89 visits to our collection resources on the Society's web visit.
In July 2010, the Museum and Archive served 596 people. including 225 person visits. 2 1 research requests by e-mail, letter or telephone. 17 1 service transactions. 95 extension exhibit visits. 84 visits to our collection resources on the Society's website. Page 30
In August 2010, the Museum and Archives served 623 people including 206 person visits. 2 I research requests by e-mail, letter or telephone, 13 1 service transactions, 154 extension exhi bit visits, I I I visits to our collection resources on the Society's web site.
In June 2010, Library Services had a total of 7,993 visits and 39,850 transactions.
In July 2010, Library Services had a total of 8,752 visits and 4 1,935 transactions.
In August 2010, Library Services had a total of 8,523 visits and 44,835 transactions.
APPROVBD FOR SUBMISSIO'N Page 31
STAFF REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL w FROM : Brian Smith, Director, The John M. Parrott Centre
RE: Activities Report
DATE: September 14, 2010
Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007 (LTCHA or the Act)
The LTCHA came into force on July 1, 2010. This legislation replaces the three former pieces of legislation governing long-term care homes: the Charitable Homes Act, the Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act and the Nursing Homes Act. There are two separate parts to the legislation: the statute and the regulations. The new regulations are lengthier that what previously existed. One of the reasons is because the regulations replace many of the standards previously contained in the Long Term Care Homes Program Manual (which no longer exists under the new legislation).
In addition to the Act and its regulations, long-term care homes have to comply with many other pieces of legislation, including:
Health Care Consent Act Substitute Decisions Act Personal Health Information and Protection Act Fire Code, and Occupational Health and Safety Act
It is hoped that the new system of legislation will be more transparent and consistent than in the past. As well, the new compliance system provides the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care with more tools to enforce the legislation.
The Fundamental Principle of the legidation is:
"The fundamental principle to be applied in the interpretation of the Act and anything required or permitted under the Act is that a long+termcare home is prinarily the home of its residents and is to be operated so that it is a place where they nay live with dignity and in security, safety and comfort and have their physical, psychological, social and spiritual and cultural needs adequately met."
Residents' Bill of Rights
The LTCHA contains 27 residents' rights, expanded from 19 in the previous legislation. In general, the new rights are simply clarification and expansion of the previous legislation 0 with only a few changes. Rights which are new or amended include the rights: Page 32
Not to be neglected by the licensee or staff; To have their personal health information kept confidential and to have access to their personal health information; To receive care and assistant towards independence based on a restorative care philosophy to maximize independence to the greatest extent possible; Not to be restrained except in limited circumstances and in accordance with the Act; When very ill or dying to have friends or family present 24 hours a day; To have their lifestyle and choices respected; To meet privately with their spouse or another person; To share a room with another resident according to their mutual wishes, if appropriate accommodation is available, and; To have any friend, family member, or other person of importance to the resident attend any meeting with the licensee or the staff of the home.
Residents' rights can be enforced by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's inspectors, either during the annual inspection process, or as a response to a report or a complaint. However, the legislation has also enshrined the ability of residents to enforce their rights. The Act states that these rights can be enforced as if a contract had been entered into-between the resident and the licensee. This means that the resident can sue the home for damages if he/she believes that his/her rights have not been respected.
All legislation can be found online at www.c-laws.gov.on.ca. More updates on the LTCHA will be provided in future reports.
Residents First - Advancing Quality in Ontario Long-Term Care Homes
Residents First is a provincial initiative that supports all Ontario long-term care homes in providing safe, effective and responsive care to their residents. There are a number of partners involved in this project with the hope that by working together, we can ensure that all residents enjoy the same high quality of care. (Please see attached information brochure.)
Members of the John M. Parrott Centre will be joining 1000 of their peers to attend the Residents First Leading Quality Kick-off Session on Monday, September 27th, 2010 in Toronto. This session will be followed by three regionally based Leadership sessions.
2010/2011 Long-Term Care Homes Other Accommodation Per Diem Increase
Please find attached a letter from the South East LHIN dated June 9, 2010 regarding a base funding increase for the Other Accommodation (OA) envelope per diem to support indirect care needs. Page 33
Municipal Election
We have been advised that for the upcoming Municipal Election, a mobile poll will be provided at The John M. Parrott Centre on Monday, October 25,2010 between 2 and 4 p.m. Residents and their responsible parties will be made aware of the availability of the mobile poll as well as the dates, times and locations of advance polls.
Approved for Submission \'/t~ywere these area5 ~;l?~i:l;led? These areas were chosen because they are known to have a big impact on the quality of Partners life of residents. Your home may also be looking at other areas, as part of their ongoing ' Ontario Health 01IQ< A Quality Council ktHulh I-n efforts to advance quality. N-
OANHSS Your o,o,,,o. o,o,,,o. Who's in charge of Res~tierilsFirst? V$J~Q~;~;MOMES ANDUP~(IS QHN .,.--..>.% ,.-.. Residents First is a provincial initiative made possible through the support of the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Implementation is a team effort involving organizations representing homes, residents and their fanulies. These groups have input on OLTCA an ongoirlg basis, as nieuibers of the -.a- LO- m- YI provincial steering committee that is guiding am--.. the implemei~tatiot~of the initiative.
Who do I talk to if I have questlens abo~~t Residents First? Feel free to talk to your home administrator or your home's Resitlent First contact person.
* Residents How does Residents First work? What does this meat1 for my horne'? What S$V 48 Dundas Street West, Unit 2 48. rue Dundas Ouest, uniM 2 Bellevillo, ON K8P IA3 Belleville. ON K8P 1 A3 Tel: 61 3 967-01 96 Tilephone : 6 13 967-0196 Toll Free: 1 866 831-5446 Sans his: 1 866 831-5446 Fax: 613 967-1341 Tel&opiew :613 967-1341 www.southeast1hin.on.ca wmv.sud-estlhin.on.ca June 9,2010 Electronic Delivery Only Mr. Brian Smith Mr. Larry Keech Director Chief Administrative Officer IClerk John M. Parrott Centre John M. Parrott Centre - Formerly - 309 Bridge Street West Lenadco Home for the Aged Napanee ON K7R 2G4 97 Thomas Street E. PO Box 1000 Napanee ON K7R 3S9 Dear Mr. Smith and Mr. Keech: Re: 201011 1 Long-Term Care Homes Other Accommodation Per Diem Increase The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care recently confirmed a base funding increase for the Other Accommodation (OA) envelope per diem to support indirect resident care needs. The base funding increase is earmarked for the following three resident services: housekeeping, laundry and linen, and dietary Services. The base funding increase will be effective April 1, 201 0. The funding in the OA envelope per diem has increased by $1.55, from $47.59 to $49.1 4, retroactive to April 1, 2010. This funding is to be used to improve the care, environment and safety of long term care residents. Please refer to Appendix 1 for a summary of the per diem funding increases. Please ensure that associated expenses related to this fundiqg increase are reported as part of your Other Accommodations envelope in your Annual Reconciliation Report. The May, 2010 scheduled monthly payment has been adjusted to reflect the new per diem rate and includes a lump sum retroactive payment for April, 2010. Sincerely, Georgina Thompson, Paul Huras, Chair, South East LHIN CEO, South East LHIN Page 37 . /.I 48 Dundas Street West, Unit 2 48, me hindas Oucst, unit6 2 Belleville, ON KBP 1 A3 Belleville, ON K8P 1A3 Tel: 613 967-0196 TClCphone : 613 967-0196 Toll Free: 1 866 83 1-5446 Sans finis : 1 866 83 1-5446 Fax: 613 967-1341 TCltcopieur : 61 3 967-1 34 1 m.sontheastlhin.on.ca www.sud-estlhin.on.ca Appendix 1: Summary of Long-Term Care Homes Per Diem lncrease for 201011 1 Envelope Per Diem Per Diem Revised Per Diem April 1, 201 0 lncrease effective April 1 , 2010 Nursing and $79.60 - $79.60 Personal Care CM 1=100 Program and $7.57 - $7.57 Support Services Raw Food $7.31 - $7.31 Other . $47.59 $1.55 $49.14 Accommodations Total Per Diem $142.07 $1 -55 $1 43.62 Page 38 TOWNSHIP OF KING 'rcbphone:(905) 833.532 1,Tunicipal Oftices Toll Free: 1 -XOM88-5013 10?5 King Ruad Fu: (905) 833-2304) Klnp City, Clntario e-mil: online{g~~~>w~&ip.king.i~n.ca June 28,20 10 To All Ontario Municipalities: RE: Proposed Provincial Regulation to Exempt from the Provisions of the Planning Act a Gas-fired Peaking Electricity Generating Power Plant in the Township of King The Township of King is urging its fellow municipalities to support its objection to the Provincial Government's proposed Regulation to exempt a natural gas-fired peaking electricity generating power plant project from the provisions of the Planning Act under Section 62.0.1. The project has been awarded by the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) to a private consortium York Energy Centre (YEC) to provide peaking electricity capacity for the North York Region and beyond. However, the project is located in the Provincial Greenbelt Plan area within 700 metres of the Holland Marsh, an intensive agricultural area known as 'Ontario's Vegetable Basket'. Site Plan approval was denied on the basis that the project did not conform to the Greenbelt Plan. An OMB Hearing has taken place on the conformity issue and no decision rendered. 'The Township has also passed an Interim Control By-Law with an OMB Hearing scheduled for C) August 9", 20 10 and a Court Application for November 8", 201 0. The proposed Regulation was announced May 28", 2010 without municipal consultation and would exempt the project from all Planning Act controls with no site plan, interim control authority, zoning or securities available to the Township, The proposed Regulation was posted on the Environmental Registry to provide 45 days (until July 12, 2010) for the public, stakeholders and municipalities of Ontario to comment by directing their written concerns to Mr. Larry Clay, Regional Director of Municipal Services, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. This action to exempt utility infrastructure projects has never been utilized before and leaves the Township with huge expenses for enforcing Provincial planning requirements. For further information, please use this link to the Township's response comment letter dated June Isth,201 0 posted on the Township website at htt~://www.kinrz.ca/Doci~ments/Letter.pdf At the behest of our citizens, supportive groups and organizations, the Township of King has followed the provincial planning process to the letter of the law at considerable expense and outlay of staff resources. Council is requesting that the Province allow the established municipal planning process continue through to its proper conclusions. 'The support of your municipality would be greatly appreciated. Chris Somerville Township Clerk DISCLAIMER 0 This material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating organization and does not necessarily reflect the view or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies, officers, directors or agents. Page 39 , . ARIBB A proud tradition, a brightjuture. 87 John Street, South, Aylmer, Ontario N5H 2C3 July 23, 2010. Phone: 519-773-5344 Fax: 519-773-5334 www.malahide.ca [email protected] Minister Kathleen Wynne, Ministry of Transportation, 77 Wellesley Street, West, Ferguson Block, 3rdFloor, Toronto, Ontario. M7A 128 RE: HST - Gasoline and Diesel Fuel At its regular meeting held on July, 22, 2010, the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Malahide enacted the following resolution: WHEREAS the Government of Ontario has entered into an agreement with the Government of Canada to implement the Harmonized Goods and Services Tax (HST); AND WHEREAS the HST will add 8% to many goods and services where currently only the 5% GST is charged, including gasoline and diesel fuel, resulting in increased tax revenues for the Government of Ontario; AND WHERAS the majority of public infrastructure in Ontario is municipal infrastructure, and includes roads and highways, bridges, and transit systems; AND WHEREAS there exists an infrastructure deficit in Ontario estimated at more than $100 billion; AND WHEREAS Ontario municipalities struggle to pay for needed repairs and maintenance to such infrastructure; Page 40 AND WHEREAS the Government of Canada, through its Federal Gas Tax Fund, provides municipalities with a portion of federal gas tax revenue for C\ investments in environmentally sustainable infrastructure; AND WHEREAS the Federal Gas Tax Funding is up-front and predictable, increasing the capacity of municipalities to address local infrastructure investment priorities and plan for the long-term; AND WHEREAS investing in infrastructure is a crucial component of a strong economy and part of the Government of Ontario's strategy for jobs and growth in Ontario; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Township of Malahide requests the Government of Ontario to provide municipalities with a portion of HST generated through the sale of gasoline and diesel fuel in order to enable municipalities to address current infrastructure deficits and continue to invest in environmentally sustainable infrastructure; AND THAT this resolution be forwarded with a request for action to: The Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Elgin County MPPs and MPs, the Premier's Office, and the Association for Municipalities of Ontario (AMO); AND THAT this resolution be circulated to all municipalities in Ontario C requesting their support. We look forward to hearing from you with respect to this proposal. Sincerely, TOWNSHIP OF MALAHIDE ... .- M. CASAVECCHIA, D.P.A., C.M.O., CMM Ill Chief Administrative OfficerIClerk Copy to: Premier Dalton McGuinty Steve Peters, MPP Joe Preston, MP Association of Municipalities of Ontario (for distribution) DISCLAIMER This material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating organization and does not necessarily reflect the view or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies, officers, directors or agents. Page 41 HARMONIZED GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (HST) WHEREAS the Harmonized Goods and Services Tax has come into effect on July 1, 20 10 resulting in an 8% increase on many products and services for tax payers and municipalities; AND WHEREAS municipalities have entered into hnding agreements with the Federal and Provincial government for municipal infrastructure projects that are hndamental to the quality of life of Ontarians and to stimulate economic growth; AND WHEREAS municipalities may in the hture enter into funding agreements with the Federal and Provincial governments for municipal infrastructure projects that are hndamental to the quality of life of Ontarians and to ensure continued economic growth; AND WHEREAS effective July 1, 20 10, costs to complete municipal infrastructure projects will increase by 1.78% resulting from the HST which all taxpayers will have to bear; AND WHEREAS reporting requirements will need to be adjusted on grant claim statements; AND WHEREAS there will be increased costs to the municipalities to administer the HST rebates on the municipal infrastructure projects; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Federal and Provincial governments increase the grants to fund the costs resulting from the HST impact on all hnding agreements in place; AND FURTHER THAT the Federal and Provincial governments amend the Grant claims forms to record the HST impact; AND FURTHER THAT the Federal and Provincial governments take into consideration the impact of the HST on hture funding initiatives. AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Premier Dalton McGuinty for their consideration, all Ontario Municipalities for their support and endorsement as well as the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. Brenda Maclsaac, Clerk P.O. Box 400, Clinton, Ontario NOM 1 LO clerklu~cenrralhuron.com FAX: (5 19) 482-9 183 DISCLAIMER This material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating organization and does not necessarily reflect the view or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies, officers, directors or agents. Page 42 The Council of the Corporation of The Township Of Wellington North At Its Regular Meeting Held On August 9,2010 0 Approved The Following Motion. Council Resolution No. 9 - August 9,20 10 THAT WHEREAS the Government of Ontario introduced the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) effective July 1,2010 to replace the former Retail Sales Tax, AND WHEREAS the HST will be levied on all supply transactions in the same manner as the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) incorporating the same rules of application and administration, AND WHEREAS the levying of the HST will have the effect of increasing the cost of registration to participate in recreational or cultural activities by 8%, AND WHEREAS participation in recreational or cultural activities contribute to the overall improvement in the health of young people, and AND WHEREAS different Ontario municipalities, including the Township of Wellington North, have supported efforts to request the Province of Ontario to exempt such registration fees from HST, and AND WHEREAS the Government of Canada introduced the "Children's Fitness Tax Credit" in 2007 to acknowledge the importance of physical activity and its effect on better overall health. The credit provides parents with a non-refundable federal income tax credit based on eligible fitness expenses paid to register children in prescribed programs of physical activity, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Township of Wellington North request that the Province of Ontario introduce a non-refundable provincial income tax credit patterned after the federal "Children's Fitness Tax Credit", and THAT said tax credit become effective for the 2010 tax year; and THAT this resolution be sent to all municipalities in Ontario, using the services of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), requesting their support, and THAT this resolution be sent to Premier Dalton McGuinty, the Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of Finance, the Honourable John Wilkinson, Minister of Revenue, the Honourable Margarett Best, Minister of Health Promotion. For further information, please contact: John Jeffery, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Wellington North 7490 Sideroad 7 West, P. 0. Box 125, KENILWORTH, ON NOG 1AO Telephone: (519) 848-3620 Ext. 32 E-mail: jjefferyQwellington-north.com 0 DISCLAIMER This material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating organization and does not necessarily reflect the view or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies, officers, directors or agents. Page 43 0 July 27, 2010 Mr. Larry Keech servlng Kin ston, Frontenac Corporation of the County of Lennox & Addingt Lennox anj~ddington Postal Bag 1000 41 7 Bagot Street 97 Thomas Street E ffingston, ON K7K 3C1 Tel. (613) 542-2674 Napanee ON K7R 3S9 Fax: (613) 542-1379 E-ma1 uwayOunitedwaykfla ca Web. www.un~tedwaykfla.ca Dear Mr.'"X Kee When communities are faced with crisis situations such as ice storms, wildfires or floods, and Canadians need access to information and assistance, it can be difficult to find the right service or agency. And when time is of the essence, finding the right service is even more essential. 'That's where 21 1 comes in. 21 1 is a free, easy-to-remember telephone service that connects people to a full range of non-emergency social, health and government services in their community. Trained information and referral specialists answer 21 1 calls, assessing fhe needs of each caller and linking them to the best available information and services. In many instances, 21 1 is available in more than 150 languages. 21 1 is also available on the Internet, allowing users to find their own way to programs and services. So whether Canadians needupdates,on pandemics, detailed information on evacuation 0 routes, or want to volunteer to help in an emergency.situation, 21 1 provides a free, conficjential'service to guide the way. Thanks to the commitment of our funding partners: Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Ministry of Community and Family Services, City of Kingston, County of Frontenac, County of Lennox & Addington and the United Way serving KFL&A, 21 1 is now available to the residents in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington. We have enclosed a brochure with some information about this service and how it benefits people in our area. We would be more than happy to provide you with a supply of brochures and cards to distribute to your employees and your clients. We can come out to make a 10 minute presentation to an employee group, designed to share information about how your clients can benefit from this service and answer any questions your frontline staff may have. Please feel free to contact me at 613-542-2674 ext 2 or [email protected] for more information, to arrange a time for us to come out to your workplace or to arrange delivery of this material. m ~havanaVarma w President & CEO, United Way serving KFL&A Mlsslon Statement "To support and strengthen the organized capacty of our communty to care for one another" chantable Re#~bat~mNo 12587827ORRm01 Page 4 Pomri* MLNsmYoFCOMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICES Government of Ontario Response to Charles Beer Report August lO,20 10 In June of 2009 our government appointed former Ontario Minister of Community and Social Services, Charles Beer to conduct the first independent review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. The goal of the review was to determine whether the objective of an accessible province was being met in an effective, efficient, flexible and fair manner. Mr. Beer held broad consultations from September to December, 2009 with a wide array of individuals and groups from across the province. There were close to 90 meetings with interested parties and public meetings were held in Toronto, Ottawa and London. Videoconferences were arranged with northern communities and English and French online seminars were coordinated to reach people with disabilities who otherwise would not have been able to participate. On May 3 1,2010 I was pleased to table Mr. Beer's final report, Charting a Path Forward: Report of the Independent Review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, in the ~e~islatureduring National Access Awareness Week. We were fortunate enough to have Mr. Beer present in the House on that day and I took the opportunity to thank him for his dedication to the project. As the Minister responsible for accessibility in Ontario, I have reviewed Mr. Beer's report and our government is responding. Mr. Beer suggested that we harmonize standards, and we agree. That is why we are prepared to move forward on this specific recommendation immediately. Moreover, I strongly agree with Mr. Beer's caution that we must not lose focus on our immediate priority of implementing the remaining four accessibility standards. Once regulations for those standards are in place, I will continue to bring forward changes that will help us reach our goal of an accessible Ontario by 2025. Harmonization of Standards During the publicreview of each of the standards, we consistently heard the need to align the requirements of the standards. The disability, municipal and business 1 i Page 45 I ! I communities spoke, and our government listened. That is why we are moving 0 forward with Mr. Beer's recommendation regarding the need to align the requirements of the standards. Over the coming months, our government intends to integrate the information and communications, transportation and employment standards. This approach will mitigate cumulative impacts and prevent duplication. In 201 3, customer service will also be integrated in the regulation. Most changes to the Built Environment will be reflected in changes to the Ontario Building Code. The rest will be integrated into regulation as well. While we will continue to seek advice from key stakeholders in the com-munity to make sure we get it right, it is my hope to have the integrated regulation completed and in force in 201 1. Renewed leadership I believe, as the Minister responsible for accessibility, that this government has shown substantial leadership when it comes to improving accessibility. In his 0 report Mr. Beer underlines the importance of building on the impressive work that has been accomplished to date. He makes reference to a number of specific initiatives taken at the operational level to strengthen the overall administration of the AODA. He notes steps taken to improve the workings of the Municipal, Accessibility Advisory Committees (MAACs), to provide new tools for the obligated sectors to implement the Customer Service standard, and to develop the enforcement and compliance mechanisms that are now required. He also stresses that we must continue to move forward in a deliberate and focused way to achieve the goals and objectives of the AODA by 2025. We are maintaining this focus. Ontario is a world leader on accessibility, and our government will continue to champion actions that keep us out in fi-ont. In fact, we are moving more quickly than other jurisdictions and, by including requirements not only for the public and broader public sectors but also for the private and not-for-profit sectors, our standards are broader in scope. In terms of outreach and awareness, our government has already made some tremendous strides. In 2007 we launched Accesson, our accessibility website, designed to help obligated organizations learn about the legislation and what they 0 need to do to comply, as well as to raise awareness among the public about what Page 46 accessibility means and how to identify and remove barriers. The EnAblin Change program has been a particular success as Mr. Beer notes in his rep:rt. We have worked closely with a variety of obligated sector organizations to provide clear and usehl information to assist their members to implement the accessibility standards. More will be done with this innovative program. Finally, this year we started a YouTube channel dedicated to accessibility which we plan to use to engage a whole new social media audience in accessibility. These initiatives will continue to strengthen public awareness for accessibility. I was also pleased this year, both by the fact that the Ontario Public Service was the first organization to file their compliance report under the new Accessible Customer Service Standard, and by the high rate of compliance with the standard among the broader public sector. We are now shifting the focus of our outreach and awareness raising efforts towards reaching the approximately 322,000 private sector and 38,000 non profit sector entities that will be obligated to comply with the standards as of January 1, 2012. Ontario Accessibility Standards Board While Mr. Beer's review found that there are many positive elements to the current standards development process, he has stated that changes are needed to address the significant challenges that emerged through the course of the work. I agree that changes are needed, and this will continue to be a work in progress. That is why I have asked staff to hrther explore Mr. Beer's recommendation for establishing an Ontario Accessibility Standards Board and to report back to me early in 20 11. I have always valued the advice of community partners and staff in my ministry. In fact, it was through conversations and requests at the community partnership level that resulted in an increase in the number of disability advocates sitting on the Standard Development Committees. I strongly agree with Mr. Beer's recommendation that our immediate focus should remain on the implementation of the remaining standards before making any changes. Changing the standards development process would require significant amendments to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and at - this time I want to keep my attention on completing the standards. For this same reason, I am not contemplating any immediate organizational changes. I believe, Page 47 any future steps should be considered in the context of the review of the proposed Ontario Accessibility Standards Board. The implementation of such a board could well have a number of implications for the existing organizational structure. Repeal of the ODA As part of the review, I asked Mr. Beer to make recommendations for a strategy to repeal the Ontarians with Disabilities Act. As the Minister responsible for accessibility, I intend on repealing the Ontarians with Disabilities Act once the regulations for the five standards under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 are in place. This is consistent with Mr. Beer's recommendation. Appropriate aspects of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act will be incorporated into the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 at that time. 0 Role ofMmmicipa1 Accessibility Advisory Committees Mr. Beer noted that Municipal Accessibility Advisory cornhittees have an important role to play in achieving the vision of an accessible Ontario. By building a foundation of awareness and support at the local and community level, they can continue to be tremendous partners in our accessibility plan. I strongly support the role that Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committees play, and I agree with Mr. Beer. My ministry will continue to work closely with our municipal colleagues to ensure they continue to be a part of the provincial conversation on accessibility. My ministry has recently launched a section on the ontario.ca~AccessONwebsite dedicated to "Accessibility in Your Community," which offers stories and video profiles on communities that are champions in accessibility and examples of best practices at the local level. We continue to work with the Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committees as we seek out local and community success stories that can help build awareness across the province about the benefits of accessibility and some of the simple things we can all do to break down barriers. Ministry staff will also be holding a series of regional forums in 201 1 to advise Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committees of the progress being made under 0 the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Page 48 Moving Forward As we continue to implement this important piece of legislation, our approach will make Ontario a world leader in accessibility. Ontario will be the first jurisdiction in the world to move from complaints-based legislation to a modern regulatory regime in the area of mandated accessibility. We will take this journey together - government, broader public sector, private businesses and the public. And together we will build a stronger, more inclusive society for us all. Madeleine Meilleur Minister Page 49 U NlVERSlTY HOSPITALS KINGSTON FOUNDATION Our Hospitals. Our Health. Our Future. August 20,2010 Mr. stephen Fox Director, Financial & Physical Services County of Lennox and Addington 97 Thomas St E, Postal Bag 1000 Napanee, ON K7R 3S9 On behalf of the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation and its hospital partners, we thank you and the County of Lennox and Addingtion for the third installment on your pledge to support the redevelopment of Kingston's Hospitals. Hotel Dieu, Kingston General Hospital and the Cancer Centre, and Providence Care work in partnership to provide the highest quality health care throughout our region. Their collaboration ensures that they are providing the best care, in the best place, for each and every one of our patients. The best care requires the best resources. Government doesn't pay for all our hospitals' equipment, esearch and education needs. That's why your support of our hospitals is critical if we want our C*Lommunity to have the finest health care services. Your gift demonstrates your commitment to the people around you. We thank you for your leadership and your trust in our Foundation to be the steward of your gift. As a community, we are accomplishing together what we could never achieve as individuals. Thank you for making a difference. There are exciting times ahead for Kingston hospitals as the first of many projects are being completed. We're glad you are part of our success as we continue to work toward raising $70 million for our Together We Can campaign. Sincerely yours, < Ian Wilson Campaign Chair CC: Leslee Thompson, President and CEO. Kingston General Hospital Dr. David Pichora. CEO. Hotel Dieu Hospital d 0 Supportmg: Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston General Hospital, Providence Care 366 King St. E., Suite 201 Kingston, ON K7K 6Y3 Phone: 613-549-5452 Toll Free: 1-866-549-5452 Fax: 613-549-5455 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.kingstonhospitalsfoundation.ca Charitable Registration # 820218147RR0001 Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs Minisere des Affaires autochtones Page 50 Information Centre Centre d'inforrnation Algonquin Land Claim Revendication territoriale 31 Riverside Drive 31 rue Riverside Pembroke, ON K8A 8R6 Pembroke, ON K8A 8R6 Tel: (613) 732-8081 Tel: (613) 732-8081 ' Fax: (613) 732-7136 Telec: (613) 732-7136 website: htt~://www.aboriqinalaffairs.qov.on.w/en~lish/neqotiate/alqonquin/alqonquin.htm September 9,2010 County of Lennox and Addington Enclosed you will find copies of an update on the Algonquin land claim negotiations provided by the Ontario negotiation team. Please ;ake these available to the public. . Should you have any questions or require additional copies of this material, please contact me at the Ontario Information Centre on the Algonquin Land Claim by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 613-732-8081. Thank you for your assistance in shking this information with the public of eastern Ontario. Shelly Dumouchel Program & Community Liaison A Message From Ontario" Chief Negotiator I am pleased to present this information package on the Algonquin land claim negotiations in eastern Ontario. It is important that people with interests in this region are aware of the land claim and what we hope to achieve through a negotiated settlement. An Overview of the 2 This newsletter will provide you with information about the Algonquin Land Claim claim, the people involved in the negotiations, our shared goals, and how you can contact Ontario's representatives. 0 What is an 2 Our responsibility as members of the Ontario negotiation Agreement-in-Princi pie? team is to be aware of the interests that may be affected by an Algonquin land claim settlement. We look forward to The Negotiation Process 3 working with all interested parties to build a better future that will benefit the Algonquins and their neighbours The Benefits of 3 throughout eastern Ontario. Settling This Claim Brian Crane, Chief Negotiator, Ontario Algonquin Land Claim Map Recent Milestones Statement of Shared 0bjectives How Ontario is Represented at the 0 Land Claim Table [%> 6pOntario An Overview ofthe Algonquin Land Claim In Canada, Aboriginal rights are recognized within the Constitution Act, 1982. Often, a more specific understanding of Aboriginal rights is spelled out in a treaty, which is a legal agreement between an Aboriginal group and the The Algonquins of Ontario assert that their Aboriginal rights to the land and resources of their traditional territory were never addressed by government as the land was settled. No treaty was ever signed by the Algonquins, and so they are now negotiating with the governments of Canada and Ontario to reach a modern-day treaty. After many years of preliminary discussions to set the stage, the three parties have now agreed to try to reach an Agreement-in-Principle to settle the Algonquin land claim in 20 11. What is an Agreement-in-Principle? An Agreement-in-Principle is a document that sets out the proposed settlement reached by the negotiators. The Agreement-in-Principle for the Algonquin land claim is expected to include chapters addressing: Crown land that could be transferred to Algonquin ownership; the nature of Algonquin rights to resources, including hunting and fishing rights; a financial payment; definition of the geographic area covered by the settlement agreement; criteria to be enrolled as an Algonquin within the settlement; and possibly other elements such as economic development or Algonquin cultural initiatives. An Agreement-in-Principle is not legally binding. It will require ratification by all three negotiatirig parties, including a vote by the Algonquin people. Once an Agreement-in-Principle is officially approved by all three parties, work will begin on the detaile&legal wording of a Final Agreement. In the case of the Algonquin land claim, the Final Agreement will be a modern treaty, which means that it will be ratified by special legislation protected under the Canadian constitution. This will require another vote by the Algonquin people and it will also go to the Ontario Legislature and the Parliament of Canada for debate and approval. OThe Negotiation Process A lot of work has gone into getting us to this point in the negotiations. Many hours have been spent discussing complex and necessary matters such as the appropriate criteria to identify who should be included as a rights-bearing Algonquin citizen under the agreement. Through the course of these discussions, the Algonquins of Ontario developed an election process to select the Algonquin Negotiation Representatives who make up their negotiation team. The Algonquin team includes nine people who represent identified Algonquin communities throughout the land claim territory, as well as the Chief and Council of the Algonquins of PikwAkanagAn First Nation. All three negotiating parties are committed to exploring opportunities that could resolve the land claim in a manner that respects the many existing interests in the land and resources of the area. We are working to negotiate an agreement that will build on existing and new relationships to create a better future for the eastern Ontario region. Processes like this do not happen quickly. It will still take a number of years to complete, beginning with the time required for all three parties to secure approval of an Agreement-in-Principle. Once an Agreement-in-Principle is ratified, the development of a Final Agreement will take additional time. Finally, after the Final 0Agreement is ratified, time will be devoted to implementing the various aspects of the final settlement. The Benefits ofFSettOisag This Cllaim Negotiation and reconciliation present opportunities to build new, harmonious relationships that will produce mutual benefits. -Settlement of this land claim will not only clearly establish everyone's rights related to land and natural resources in the claim territory, it will also help the Algonquins honour their past and build a strong future. Ontario recognizes that the natural resources in this region are valued and used in a variety of ways. By working together to understand the many interests that could be affected, we can craft an agreement that recognizes the full spectrum of needs and interests that currently exist. 1. A land claim agreement will also open doors for a healthy future for the entire area by providing new capital for regional development, new potential for cultural and 0tourism opportunities, and greater legal certainty for investors. Early in the negotiations, the three parties agreed to a general outline of the land claim area based on the height of land comprising the Ottawa River watershed in Ontario. The parties have agreed that this general map does not bear legal status and the exact boundaries of the territory will be determined as part of the negotiations. Algonquin Land Claim Algonquin communities include: Antoine, Bancroft, Bonnechere, Greater Golden Lake, Mattawa-North Bay, Ottawa, Shabot,Obaadjiwan, Snimikobi, Pikwakanagan and Whitney and Area 0 25 50 100 , I I I I Kilometers 1:1,000,000 Recent Milestones The work that is being done at the negotiation table builds on understandings that have developed as the negotiations progressed. An important starting point was the Statement of Shared Objectives, which was originally signed in 1994 and renewed when active negotiations resumed in 2006. The Statement of Shared Objectives can be found on page 7. The negotiating parties achieved a number of significant milestones in 2009, including signing three agreements that $setthe foundation for the detailed negotiations that will be required to reach an Agreement-in-Principle. On August 6,2009, the three negotiators signed a renewed Negotiations Framework Agreement, updating the original Framework Agreement signed in 1994. A Framework Agreement is a standard negotiations document that sets out subject matters to be considered for the Agreement-in-Principle and ways to promote efficient and effective negotiations. The renewed Algonquin Negotiations Framework Agreement refers to the need for openness and public awareness of the land claim negotiation process. A Consultation Process Interim Measures Agreement was also signed on August 6,2009. This agreement is unique in Canada and is designed to provide an efficient way for government ministries and agencies to meet their legal obligations to consult with the Algonquins regarding proposals or activities that might impact on their asserted Aboriginal rights. This allows business and development to proceed in a respectful way while the negotiations take place, and has provided a forum for the Algonquins to build working relationships with government and the business sector. To facilitate their work, the Algonquins of Ontario opened a consultation office in the City of Pembroke in January 2010. It is expected to play a key role as the Algonquins build professional relationships in the region. In December 2009, the negotiators signed a Land Selection Process Paper. Settlement lands are expected to be selected from Crown land currently under Ontario's administration. Private land will only be included in the land claim settlement on a willing-seller basis. In the document, the three parties have recognized that there are existing interests in public lands and that the lands serve important economic and social functions. All three parties have agreed that providing information to the public and interested parties is an important element of the land selection prohss. The three agreements reached in 2009 provide the negotiating parties with direction and focus for the challenging discussions ahead. All of the agreements reached by the three parties are posted on the Ontario Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs website at:.www.ontario.ca/aboriginal Early in the negotiation process, the three parties agreed to some guiding principles that would form a common understanding as the talks proceed. When active negotiations resumed in 2006, the original Statement of Shared Objectives was revisited and it was agreed that the principles remain relevant. The following Affirmed Statement of Shared Objectives was signed by the three principal negotiators and by the 16 Algonquin Negotiation Representatives in March 2006. 2006 Statement off Shared Objectives , Originally signed by the Chief Negotiators for Ontario, Canada and the Algonquins of Golden Lake First Nation in August 1994, the attached Statement of Shared Objectives will continue to guide us during our negotiations. In re-affirming their commitment to these shared objectives, the parties recognize that they are doing so without prejudice to their legal positions. The parties also acknowledge the concerns of the Algonquins of Ontario to protect Algonquin interests in the lands within the claim territory in regard to contemplated dispositions or alienations during the course of negotiations. 0sha red Objectives Following the first phase of public consultations, we have identified a number of shared objectives which will guide us during the course of our negotiations. We are committed to achieving a just and equitable settlement of the longstanding claim of the Algonquins of Golden Lake First Nation, and in doing so, we intend: 0 to avoid creating injustices for anyone in the settlement of the claim; 0 to establish certainty and finality with respect to title, rights and interests in the land and natural resources with the intention of promoting stability within the area and increasing investor confidence; 0 to identify and protect Algonquin rights; 0 to protect the rights of private landowners, including their rights of access to and use of their land; 0 to enhancestheeconomic opportunities of the Algonquins with the intention of also benefiting and promoting general economic and commercial opportunities in the area; e to ensure that Algonquin Park remains a park for the appropriate use and enjoyment of all peoples; 0 to establish effective and appropriate methods and mkkhanisms for managing the lands and natural resources affected by the settlement, consistent with the principles of environmental sustainability; 00 to continue to consult with interested parties throughout the negotiation process and to keep the public informed on the progress of negotiations. How Ontario is Represented at the Land Claim Table From the earliest days of these negotiations, Ontario has taken an inclusive approach to developing its negotiation team. In 1996, Ontario established two advisory committees-the Committee of External Advisors representing more than 30 different interests such as hunters and anglers, park user groups, forestry and other resource industries, and the Municipal Advisory Committee representing municipal governments throughout the.land claim territory. The co-chairs of the two committees, who are members of $e Ontario negotiation team, participate in the negotiation sessions with the Algonquins of Ontario and Canada. The co-chairs also lead the work of the advisory committees, informing the membership of key developments in the negotiations and seeking their advice to help inform Ontario's negotiating positions. Many of today's advisory committee members have been serving in that capacity since the groups were formed in 1996. Their long-term commitment and continuing active interest make a significant contribution to Ontario's approach to the negotiations. Within the provincial government, links have been established with a vmkty of ministries to ensure that planning and programs are coordinated as the negotiations progress. Active in the negotiations are such Ontario ministries as the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry, and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Publications such as this newsletter will provide information to the general public as the negotiations advance. Opportunities will also be provided to meet with Ehe negotiation teams and review information. I Do You Want to Learn More? I Visit the Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs website at aboriginalaffairs.gov.on.ca or contact the Ontario Information Centre, Algonquin Land Claim 31 Riverside Drive, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 8R6. Phone: 613-732-8081. Page 59 AM0 Policy Update - July 15,2010 Disposal Fees Straight Talk on Eco Fees Recently, many consumers have been questioning new "eco fees" that are appearing on their bill when they purchase certain hazardous household products. The media has been abuzz with fears of an unpublicized new tax. The reality, however, is quite different. The media furor began because on July 1st, 13 new material categories were added to the list governing waste diversion regulations. The list includes many more products that people use every day. This fact, combined with the use of terms such as "eco tax" and "eco fee" by some retailers, resulted in public confusion and an outcry from critics. So let's set the record straight. First a little background. Stewardship Ontario is a non-profit organization funded by industry and created by the Waste Diversion Act, 2002, in order to set up waste diversion programs in the province. he goal of these waste diversion programs is to ensure that producers are held responsible for managing disposal f their products once they've reached the end of their natural life - known as extended producer responsibility. Since 2008, Stewardship Ontario has been responsible for managing nine types of materials classified as hazardous or special waste. These include household paints, solvents, such as thinners for paint, used oil filters and empty oil containers and single-use batteries. On July 1st, 13 new product categories were added, such as pharmaceutical products, aerosols, and fluorescent bulbs. Stewardship Ontario charges industry the fees for what it costs to recover, recycle or safely dispose of these hazardous products. They are not involved, in anyway, in the setting or collection of eco fees. Rather, they collect fees from manufacturers based on the amount of product they manufacture and sell in a year. For example, they collect 12-cents for every 1,000 prescription pills manufactured and 23-cents per litre of insect repellent. The full schedule of fees can be found on their web site. The legislation governing the program does not require an "eco fee" for consumers. Manufacturers and retailers have in some cases chosen to pass the cost of doing business on to consumers and identified the cost as a separate "eco fee". Therefore, there is no standard fee - in reality the program should not add more than 10 cents to the cost of a hazardous product. Up until the Waste Diversion Act, property taxpayers foot the bill for disposal and diversion of waste, including the high costs of safely disposing of hazardous materials.. Many municipalities will continue to provide the service to their residents and are negotiating contracts with Stewardship Ontario to do so. ~ccordin'~to the Ministry of the Environment, the program currently diverts over 20,000 tonnes of hazardous waste annually from Ontario landfills. That is expected to increase to over 54,000 tonnes with the new product categories that came into effect on July 1st. ,,he benefits of these programs are two-fold. First, it rightly puts pressure on industry to reduce the waste and cnvironmental impact of their products by holding them responsible for the full lifecycle of what they produce. Secondly, it reduces the burden on property taxpayers for these costs. Page 60 Unfortunately, many in industry have chosen to misrepresent the facts and have told consumers that the eco fee is a government-mandated tax - but in reality, the eco fee is charged at the discretion of manufacturers and retailers and the funds go to an industry organization, not to government. Concerns about consumer costs are penny wise and pound foolish when you consider the cost of cleaning up polluted land and water. Look no further than the Gulf of Mexico's oil spill to put that math together. The government has listened to not only municipal governments, but others, including business and(environmenta1 leaders, as we collectively look to be environmental stewards in action. Shining a bright light on these costs and shifting them away from property taxpayers is the only practical way to promote greater producer responsibility and greener consumer choices. AM0 Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: [email protected], (416) 971-9856 ext. 342 AM0 Breaking News July 27, 2010 Ontario's Environmental Commissioner Delivers Straight Talk on Waste Diversion The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) released a Special Report to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario today entitled: Getting it Right: Paying for the Management of Household Hazardous Wastes. It should be noted that the extended producer responsibility (EPR) statements that are being made with respect to household hazardous waste equally hold for the blue box program. AMO's Media Release and Backgrounder are attached below. Highlights of the ECO Special Report include: o The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) supports the MHSW (Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste) program as a major step forward towards the better management of household hazardous materials and the improved diversion of waste from landfill. o If Ontarians generally agree that better programs are required to manage MHSW, the immediate question that arises is "who should pay for these better programs?" Should taxpayers pay (through municipal property taxes) or should industry pay? Or should the costs be shared in some fashion? The past few years have seen the public policy pendulum swing away from government (i.e., taxpayer) funded programs and towards industry- funded models, known as either "extended producer responsibility" or stewardship programs. o The general consensus that has developed in recent years is that government-funded programs cannot deliver 0 the same benefits as stewardship programs, primarily because: o Having the taxpayer fund the program is inherently unfair and provides no incentive to the public to change their purchasing behaviour; o Government has no control over product design and thus cannot create products with improved recyclability or other environmental benefits; o Government program costs are not kept in check by the discipline of competition. o The ECO believes that the MHSW program is a major step in the right direction: o The program will keep more hazardous materials out of our environment - MHSW materials must be managed properly at the end of their life. Without proper management - i.e., collection, recycling and safe disposal - these toxic materials end up in landfills, where they can contaminate water, air and soil. The MHSW program will increase diversion of our municipal hazardous wastes from landfills by extending collection and recycling services across Ontario. o The program will put the cost of managing MHSW where it belongs: on producers - There is no question that MHSW must be properly managed to prevent the contamination of our environment. This necessity, however, brings with it an unavoidable economic cost. If we accept that there is a cost, who should pay it? Historically, the costs of managing MHSW in Ontario have been borne by the public through municipal property taxes. The ECO strongly supports the stewardship model adopted in the MHSW program, which shifts the full cost of managing hazardous wastes from the taxpayer to the manufacturer of the product. o The program will provide much-needed information -The MHSW program will provide much needed information on the amount of hazardous waste thqt is generated, collected and disposed of in Ontario by requiring stewards to track MHSW materials. This information can be used to measure progress in meeting the program's goals, as well as measure the costs of the program. o AM0 New Release and Backgrounder 0o Environmental Commissioner of Ontario's Special Report AM0 Contact: Monika Turner, Director of Policy, email: [email protected], (416) 971-9856 ext. 318. Page 62 The best way to address energy end-use and reduce GHGs is through an integrated, community based approach, by matching the type of energy with its use, managing surplus heat across applications and sectors, converting waste to energy, as well as integrating on-site renewable sources of energy with existing energy grids. This enables diverse clean and renewable heat and electricity sources to be combined for maximum efficiency, ' including energy from municipal waste. n integrated, community-based approach is the best way to addre nergy end-use and reduce GHGs. This means: Encouraging mixed-use higher density urban development; Reducing the energy input required for a given level of !#GIAT'S service; Matching the type of energy with its use; Managing surplus heat across applications and sectors; Converting waste to energy; Integrating on-site renewable sources of energy; Optimize use of grid energy and as a resource to optimize the overall system and ensure reliability. Put simply, we must reduce the environmental footprint of Canada's growing communities through ensuring a more systematic approach to planning our cities and providing the infrastructure that supports them. Why Bother? oo often land-use decisions, energy production, delivery and use, urban transportation, waste isposal and water systems are thought about independently. 'there is an opportunity with ur ageing infrastructure and growing communities to achieve greater efficiency by looking at -te relationships between energy and related infrastructure systems. While one size doesn't t all, municipal leaders should ensure that future city and community planning, bylaws and 2gulations take an integrated approach that will make more effective use of energy grids nd increase the use of local energy sources, such as on-site solar, geothermal, landfill and gricultural waste. The result can be better performing buildings, new district energy systems, igher density land uses, and more efficient, accessible and affordable transportation. What are the benefits? Page 63 Ontario communities are increasingly using ICEP to significantly reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions over the coming decades, position themselves in front of the green economy, and become more efficient. Efficient communities have many advantages over less efficient peers which include but are by no means limited to: Strong Leadership on Issues important to the Electorate Lower Operating Costs for buildings that are among the most efficient in the world Local expertise in the green economy Residents enjoy a higher quality of life Attracting new high-tech, clean tech, and other well paid jobs to their community Existing businesses can take advantage of waste heat and use renewable fuels as energy consumers and capitalize on opportunities as energy producers. Products once thought of as waste are now used and monetized by recovering heat from local industry or energy generation facilities Community engagement is maintained over decades Leverage and strengthen other plans such as Official Plans (OPs), Secondary Plans, Asset Management Plans, Energy Plans, etc. Waste is reduced by the wide-scale use of reusable products and comprehensive recycling programs. Greater resilience to commodity price fluctuations Infrastructure investments are leveraged to improve community energy performance Economic efficiencies related to delivering multiple commodities in one pipeline Demonstrated Results The successful development and implementation of ICEP supports the quality of life, the commercial attractiveness and the overall competitiveness of all of the cities. As a result of this sustained and systematic application of ICEP, Ontario municipalities can become among the most livable in the world. Their residents can enjoy a healthy physical environment; a competitive economy; clean, reliable and affordable energy; and efficient community services. ICEP can help municipalities become stronger financially, enabled businesses to become more competitive and supported Canada in meeting federal, provincial and territorial energy efficiency and climate change objectives. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments and provides a variety of services and products to members and non-members. Local Authority Services Ltd. (LAS) was created in 1992 by AM0 to deliver programs and services that help municipalities reduce the cost of common expenditures and increase revenues. QUEST (Quality Urban Energy Systems of Tomorrow) is a collaborative network of representatives from industry, environmental groups, governments, academia and consulting communities working together to make Canada a world leader in urban integrated energy systems. Page 64 AM0 Policy Update - August 26,2010 AM@kwcialion of Mrmkipalilk of Ontario Newly Appointed Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing AM0 AM0 Welcomes The Honourable Rick Bartolucci to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Bartolucci comes to the position with solid municipal government experience and understanding of AM0 and its role. We've been fortunate to have Ministers with strong municipal background over the course of the last eight years representing municipal government interests at the Cabinet table. AM0 wants to thank Minister Bradley for his efforts on our behalf and for keeping the Memorandum of Understanding process robust. Minister Bartolucci was born in Sudbury and has degrees from Laurentian University and the North Bay Teacher's College. He worked as a teacher and school principal for thirty years before becoming an MPP. He was a Sudbury alderman and regional councillor from 1979 to 1982 and again from 1985 to 1991, and served as the city's deputy mayor. He was first elected to the Ontario legislature in the 1995 provincial election. In 2007, Rick Bartolucci was elected for a fourth term to the Ontario Legislature. He was appointed Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on August 18, 2010 after serving as Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services. He previously served as Minister of Northern Development and Mines. During his tenure a number of key accomplishments were achieved - the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund was revitalized with a renewed focus on job creation and the government's Northern Prosperity was introduced. Page 65 MungipaI Employer Pension Centre ofOntario AM0 Breaking News August 25,2010 Second Phase of Pension Reform Unveiled by Finance Minister On August 24, Minister Dwight Duncan outlined a broad package of proposals to be included in the second phase of reform of Ontario's pension system. The proposed legislation for this phase follows the first phase of reform contained in Bill 236, which received legislative approval on May 5,2010. 'The Government has now recognized two important positions that AMO's Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario (MEPCO) have continuously advocated on behalf of mur~icipal employers: 1) that funding requirements for Jointly Sponsored Pension Plans (JSPPs), like OMERS, require different criteria than other pension plans since employer and employee parties jointly sponsor and govern the plan, share risks and bargain collectively on benefits; and 2) that current JSPPs should be exempted from going concern solvency funding requirements because of the remote possibility of plan wind up. 0 Failure to exempt the OMERS Plan from the solvency funding requirement would have added an additional $3 billion funding pressure to the OMERS Plan, which is already facing a significant funding deficit arising from investment losses of $6.4 billion in the 2008109 period. Without the need to capture solvency costs, employees can have more in the take home paycheck and additional financial burden on property taxpayers for this cost can be averted. The second phase of reforms also proposes pension modernization directions related to pension funding rules, contribution holidays, funding of benefit improvements, surplus entitlement, the Ontario Pension Guarantee Fund (OPGF) and other changes requested by the business community. MEPCO's actuary will be evaluating all of these proposed changes to determine any specific negative impacts on the OMERS Plan and municipal employers and any concerns will be communicated to the Ministry of Finance for consideration as the Ministry moves forward in drafting the second pension reform bill. These proposed changes are to be introduced into the Legislature in mid-Fall with the hope that it can be passed in the same session. AM0 Contact: Bruce McLeod, [email protected], (416) 971-9856 ext. 350 The Municipal Employers Pension Centre of Ontario (MEPCO) MEPCO is a not-for-profit corporation, created by AMO, to ensure that its employer representatives on the OMERS Sponsors Corporation and Administrative Corporation are informed, well-resourced and supported by leading pension expertise. MEPCO can raise and manage funds, 0 hire experts who will provide appropriate research and information, and share insights with others as needed. I_ 200 University Avenue, Suite 801, Toronto, OIV., M5H 3C6, Canada Page 66 AM0 Policy Update - September 9,2010 MPAC New municipal representatives appointed to MPAC's Board Earlier this month, the Honourable Dwight Duncan, Minister of Finance, appointed three new municipal representatives to the Board of Directors of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). Chosen from among a list of 22 names provided by AMO, the three new individuals joining the Board are: Jim McDonell, Mayor, South Glengarry Township Dan Mathieson, Mayor, City of Stratford Jim Wilson, Chief Administrative Officer, County of Haliburton Thanks go to the three outgoing municipal representatives whose terms of office expired this year: Margaret Black, Mayor, Township of King Debbie Zimmerman, Councillor, Region of Niagara (past MPAC Board Chair) Lloyd Russell, Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer, York Region MPAC's Board is now composed of: Municipal Representatives Al Edmondson, Mayor, Municipality of Middlesex Centre Mike Wood, Councillor, City of Dryden Jim McDonell, Mayor, South Glengarry Township Dan Mathieson, Mayor, City of Stratford Jim Wilson, Chief Administrative Officer. County of Haliburton Cliff Jenkins, Councillor, City of Toronto Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Greater Sudbury Steve Zorbas, Treasurer, City of Burlington Taxpayer Representatives Victor Fiume 'o Douglas.Jure , Laura Leyser Debra Marshall Lorraine (Lori) J. Shalhoub Provincial Representatives ' Steven Delaney (1 vacancy) Page 67 AM0 Policy Update -September 9,2010 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Proposed Integrated Accessibility Regulation Posted for 45 Day Public Review The government has integrated the regulatory requirements for the Information and Communication, Employment and Transportation standards under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The proposed regulation has been posted on the Provincial Regulatory Registry. ~es~ondin~to public feedback for a harmonized approach to the development and implementation of standards under the AODA, one regulation for three of the proposed standards has been developed. The integrated regulation proposes to streamline, align and phase-in accessibility requirements allowing for progress on accessibility and reduce regulatory burden for obligated organizations. In addition to appropriate provincial funding to support increased accessibility, AM0 has been advocating for a harmonized approach to the standard development and implementation process that takes into consideration the varying capacity and needs of communities and municipalities across the province. It is unclear whether the proposed integrated regulation addresses these conce'rns. AM0 will review and respond to the proposed regulation and encourages its members and municipalities to provide Gedbackand recommendations by the October 16.2010 deadline. Click here for the he proposed Integrated Accessibility Regulation. AM0 Contact: Petra Wolfbeiss, Senior Policy Advisor, email: [email protected], (416) 971-9856 ext. 329 Page 68 AM0 Policy Update - September 9,2010 Executive ~ppointments Executive Appointments Recent executive appointments notable for municipal governments include: Carol Layton becomes the Deputy Minister of Transportation. Carol was the Deputy Minister of Revenue and has also held deputy minister positions in the former ministries of Public lnfrastructure Renewal and Citizenship, deputy minister responsibilities for Seniors, Women's Issues and Results Delivery. (effective September 4, 2010) John Burke becomes the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. He was the Deputy Minister of Community Safety in the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and previously the Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Deputy Minister of Natural Resources. (effective September 7, 2010) Ian Davidson becomes the Deputy Minister of Community Safety in the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. He was the Commissioner of Community Safety and the Commissioner of Emergency Management in the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. He was also formerly the President of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and Sudbury's Police Chief. (effective September 7, 2010) David Lindsay becomes the Deputy Minister of the new Ministry of Energy. Formerly the Deputy Minister of Energy and lnfrastructure and was previously the Deputy Minister of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry, Natural Resources, Tourism and the acting Deputy Minister of Culture. (effective September 7, 2010) Drew Fagan becomes the Deputy Minister of the new Ministry of lnfrastructure and retains his current responsibility for Seniors. He was the Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture and Deputy Minister Responsible for Seniors. He was formerly the Assistant Deputy Minister of Strategic Policy and Planning and the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. (effective September 7, 2010) > Elected Official Trainings and Workshops AM0 is proud to present a number of upcoming trainings and workshops for Municipal Elected Officials for 2010 - 201 1. The workshops and sessions in this guide are open to all municipal elected officials and staff. AM0 is also able to provide any of the workshops listed as in-house sessions developed and personalized for your municipality, and can be opened up to include Council Members, Municipal Staff, Committees, Boards and Chairs. For more information on the sessions please use the navigation links to the left or click on the session of interest in the calendar below. Please note the Effective Municipal Councillor Training 201 1-Getting Started and The Meetings Series have been scheduled back to back in each location to allow for the best use of your time and start for your new term! All sessions are full day sessions (8:30 am to 4:30 pm) with lunch included Best Western Mariposa Sault Ste. Marie: TBD Feb 8 Feb 9 GTA: AM0 Offices Feb 11 Feb 12 Owen Sound: Feb I5 Feb I6 Best Western Inn on the Bay 1 I I London: I Nov 27 Feb 17 Feb I8 l~ourPoints Sheraton I I I Contact Special Events at [email protected] or at (416) 971-9856 ext. 330 > Register online: Click here. > Download registration form: Click here Page 70 CORRESPONDENCE HIGHLIGHTS Summary of Correspondence Relating to County Services September 2010 1. Early Childhood Educators and Child Care Staff July 9,20 10 - correspondence re: Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day (Fred Hahn, President, CCTPE Ontario and Tracy Saarikoski, President, OCBCC) This correspondence requests recognition of the commitment and dedication of Early Childhood Educators and Child Care Sta8 2. Mississau~aSt. Michael's Maiors August 201 0 - correspondence re: Mississauga St. Michael's Majors on the Road to the 2011 MasterCard Memorial Cup Hockey Tournament (Hazel McCallion, Mayor, City of Mississauga) This correspondence asks Council to consider becoming a ticket package holder of season tickets to the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors for 2010/11 as well as to the 201 1 MasterCard Memorial Cup. 3. Employment Ontario Employment Service (ES) August 3,2010 - correspondence re: New Employment Ontario Employment Service for the Eastern Region (Robert Dupuis, Director, Eastern Region, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities) This correspondence introduces the service delivery network for the new Employment Ontario Employment Service (ES)for the Eastern Region. Page 71 INFORMATION AVAILABILE UPON REQUEST September 2010 IRIEPORTS, NEWSLETTERS & PBIBILHCATHONS Foundation Report - University Hospitals Kingston Foundation - Summer 201 0 newsletter (8 pages) Foundation Report - University Hospitals Kingston Foundation - Fall 2010 newsletter (8 pages) Newly Updated Municipal Councillor's Guide - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing - CD format, August 20 10 Proposed Assessment Report -Drinking Water Source Protection - Quinte Region, July 201 0, report (binder, map booklet and CD) Drinking Water Source Protection Update - Cataraqui Region, July 20 10, CD Page 72 BY-LAW NO. A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW NO. 2120, AS AMENDED, DESIGNATING COUNTY ROAD 23 AS A CONTROLLED ACCESS J3IGHWAY AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE NEW INDUSTRIAL ENTRANCE TO PART 8 OF REGISTERED PLAN NO. 29R-2108 WHEREAS pursuant to Sections 11 and 27 of the Municipal Act, 2001, a Council of a municipality may pass by-laws in respect of a highway under its jurisdiction; 'AND WHEREAS By-law No. 2120 designated County Road 23 fiom County Road 4 (former King's Highway 133) easterly to the boundary between the County of Frontenac and County of Lennox and Addington as a controlled access highway; AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington deems it desirable to permit the construction of an industrial entrance to Part 8 pf Registered Plan 29R-2108 for the purposes of construction and future restricted access to a monorail test track on lands owned by ,, Bombardier Transportation Canada Inc. in Loyalist Township; L NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington enacts as follows: 1. That Schedule 'A' of By-law No. 2120, as amended, identifying approved entrances to County Road 23 as to location and type be amended by adding thereto the following: Deposited Location of Number of Plan No. Access to County Road 23 Entrances 29R-2 108 Part 8 - North Side One Industrial 2. That this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of its passing. Read a first, second and third time and finally passed this twenty-second day of September, 20 10. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE WARDEN OFFICERJCLERK Page 73 TPN By-law No. A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF LENNOX AND ADDINGTON AT ITS MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 22,2010 WHEREAS pursuant to Section 5(1), of The Municipal Act, 2001, the powers of a municipality are to be exercised by its Council; AND WHEREAS, Part I1 and Part III of the Municipal Act, 2001 outline the powers which are to be exercised by a municipal council; AND WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington, at this meeting, be confirmed and adopted by by-law; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington enacts as follows: (1) That the actions of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington, at its meeting held September 22, 2010, in respect of each motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington, at this meeting, are hereby adopted and confiimed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this By-law; (2) That the Warden and proper officials of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the action of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington referred to in the preceding section hereof; (3) That the Warden and Chief Administrative OfficerIClerk are authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the Seal of the Corporation of the County of Lennox and Addington. Read a first, second and third time and finally passed this twenty-second day of September 201 0. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER/ WARDEN CLERK