THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ST. JOSEPH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11,2020 at 5:00 pm VIA GOTO TELECONFERENCE
Present: Mayor Jody Wildman Cheryl Ambeault Barry Elliott Steven Adams
Staff: Erica Pollock, Treasurer, left at 7:35 pm John Cain, Superintendent of Works, left at 7:00 pm Carol Trainor, Clerk Administrator
I Call to Order
Mayor Wildman called the Council meeting to order at 5:00 pm
2. Moment of Silent Reflection
3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
4. New Business
a. ARCH Hospice Great Cycle Bucket Challenge
Adoption of the Previous Minutes
Resolution No: 2020 - 129 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: S. Adams Be it resolved that the minutes of the previous Council meeting held on Wednesday, June 3,2020 be adopted as circulated. Carried
6. Accounts
Resolution No: 2020 - 130 Moved by: C. Ambeault Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that the Cheque Register dated June 17, 2020 in the amount of $299,558.68 be approved as presented. Carried Council Minutes June 17,2020 .,
7 Staff and Committee Reports
a. Penalties and lnterest
Council discussed a number of options and implications related to penalties and interest on property tax and water/sewer billings. The Treasurer will conduct further research and provide a recommendation for the next meeting.
Resolution No: 2020 - 131 Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that the report from the Treasurer regarding penalties and interest on property tax and water and sewage services be received. Carried as amended
b. Reciprocal Emergency Agreements
Council agreed that they would be open to reviewing a draft agreement.
Resolution No: 2020 - 132 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: S. Adams Be it resolved that Council give consideration to the request from Plummer Township to consider reciprocal arrangements with area municipalities to provide an alternate Evacuation Centre and an alternate Operations Centre, and to assist in the provision of essential services if the need arises, and if the municipalities are able to accommodate these needs. Carried
c. Marina Operations and Lake Levels
The marina is busy and most slips have been rented for the season. Council discussed the budget proposal to repair the C Line dock when the marina requires extensive repair, particularly the break wall. A proposal will be discussed with S. Gardiner for heightening the break wall.
8 Correspondence
a. East Algoma CFDC Annual General Meeting Receive
b. Letter from the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities Receive Re: Replacement of OPP Detachment Boards with DSSAB Boards
c Letter from the Township of Tay Receive Re: Great Lakes Water Levels
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d. Letter from the Attorney General of Ontario Receive Re: Licensed patios
Resolution No: 2020- 133 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that correspondence items a through d listed herein be received. Canied
9. By-laws
a. Tax Rate By-law
Resolution No: 2020 - 134 Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020 - 23 being a by-law to set the rates of Taxation for the year 2020; and That said By-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed this Seventeenth day ofJune, 2020. Carried
b. Water and Sewer Rate By-law
Resolution No: 2020 - 135 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: S. Adams Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020 - 24 being a by-law to amend By-law 05-1867 to establish rates and charges for water and sewer services, and to repeal By-law 2019-34; and That said By-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed this Seventeenth day ofJune, 2020. Canied
10. Addendum
a. Landfill Fees and Processes
Council had been asked to review the fee schedule for tipping and plans for logistical changes. The tipping face will not be relocated until the current space is filled. Staff were directed to research a gate arm.
Any challenges to the tipping fees could be considered on a case by case basis. Combine trailers into one category, regardless of whether it tips or not.
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Resolution No: 2020 - 136 Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that the Tipping Fee Schedule on By-law 2020-07 be amended as noted. Carried
Superintendent also advised Council that the D Line will be closed all day Monday, and that all essential services and public notices have been issued.
The United Church has contacted him regarding removal of ash trees near the manse on Lucy Street. Need to confirm if it is Township property before agreeing to take the trees down; Super will talk to neighbour to find property lines. b. Richards Landing Municipal Marina Site Investigation Report
Council reviewed the results of the site investigation conducted by Tulloch Engineering. Project areas were divided into five areas of concern with priorities being sections B and C as shown on the diagram. More details will be coming.
Council discussed possible remedies for the break wall and re-establish the culvert that was cut out of the wall last year. Immediate priority is the break wal[, and wait for follow up drawings from Tulloch. Staff should continue to make repairs and maintenance as needed particularly decking.
Resolution No: 2020 - 137 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that the report from Tulloch Engineering regarding the findings of inshore and in water site investigations be received; and That staff be authorized to take the action directed regarding the break wall and deck boards. Carried as amended c. Enabling Accessibility Fund
ResolutionNo: 2020- 138 Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that the report the Office Assistant / Healthy Living Coordinator regarding the Enabling Accessibility Fund, from Employment and Social Development Canada be received; and That Council authorizes staff to apply for the Enabling Accessibility Fund. Canied
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d. Letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Receive Re: Lifting the suspension of Planning Act timelines as of June 22,2020
11. Closed Session
Resolution No: 2020 - 139 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that Council proceed into Closed Session at 7:06 pm in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act in order to discuss a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations ofa person, group ofpersons, or organization. Carried
a. Restaurant Proposal
Resolution No: 2020 - 140 Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that Council does rise from Closed Session at7:34 p.m Canied
Council discussed boats moored and docks which have been built on the Township shoreline property behind the grocery store, and a vehicle blocking access to this property. A letter will be sent to have them removed immediately.
A reminder letter will be sent to the owner of the building where water continues to pump onto the municipal parking lot.
ARCH Hospice is proposing a variation on the Third Annual Great Cycle Bucket Challenge which would involve riders completing the ride over the course of a week. They would not require use of the Centennial Grounds for staging so there is no requirement for the Township to prepare. Council was in favour of the ride going ahead.
12. Confirmation By-law
Resolution No: 2020 - l4l Moved by: S. Adams Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020-_ being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held this Seventeenth day of [une,2020; and
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That said by-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed. Carried
13. Adjournment
Resolution No: 2020 - 142 Moved by: C. Ambeault Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that this meeting of the Council of The Township of St. Joseph adjourn at 7:5lpm, to meet again on Wednesday, June 24,2020 for a Special Council Meeting to consider the sale of land, and an application to amend the Zoning By-law under Section 34 of the Planning Act. Canied
Joseph Wildman, Mayor
Carol Trainor, Clerk Administrator
b THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ST. JOSEPH SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24,2020 at 5:00 p.m. Canada (Toll Free): 1 888 299 1889 Access Code: 77 4-772-853
Present: Mayor Jody Wildman CherylAmbeault Barry Elliott
Regrets: Steven Adams
Staff: Carol Trainoq Clerk Administrator
1. Call to Order
Mayor Wildman called the Special Council meeting to order at 5:00 pm.
2. Moment of Silent Reflection
3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
4. Public Meetings
Members of the public in attendance were Mr. Harrison, Richards Street and K. McFadden, applicant.
a. Sale of Shore Road Allowance, 1398 C Line (Bibba Enterprises)
The Corporation of The Township of St. Joseph proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell those portions of the original shore road allowance in front of Part of Lot 10, Concession B, set out and described as Part 1 on Plan lR 13648 lying in front of the commercial portion, and Part 2 on Plan 1R 13648 lying in front of the residential portion of 1398 C Line.
This application was submitted to the municipal office late in 2019. Council reviewed the proposed plan which includes the shore road allowance in front of the commercial portion to the north, as well as the residential portion to the south. The property had originally been one parcelthat was severed into two separate parts and uses in 2013. The application was presented to Council with a proposed draft plan, and subsequently approved in principle early in 2020. Special Council Meeting June 24.2020 2
At the request of the Township, one adjustment was made to the northern boundary of the SRA to be sold. No concerns have been expressed by any agency or property owner within 400 feet of the subject lands.
Members of Council expressed no objection and no conditions were imposed on the sale.
b. Application for Zoning Amendment,2726 Canoe Point Road (McFadden)
The Township of St. Joseph has received an application to amend the Township's Zoning By-law in regard to the property legally described as Lot 5 on Plan I M-436, Part of Lot 13, Con V, also known as2726 Canoe Point Road in The Township of St. Joseph. The proposed zoning by-law amendment would seek to reduce the 100 ff/30m minimum required shoreline setback to 50 ft/15 m for the installation of the septic system.
The Shoreline Residential property located contains a garage and proposed residential dwelling. The proposed zoning by-law amendment would permit a reduction to the minimum shoreline setback for the installation of all components of a septic system, from 30 m (100 feet) as required in the Zoning By-law, to l5 m (50 feet) in any direction.
Public Notice of the proposed amendment was distributed to property owners and public agencies in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act. No objection to the proposed zoning by-law amendment was received from any public agency. Algoma Public Health has no objection.
Any person may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed amendment. If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of The Township of St. Joseph in respect of the proposed amendment does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to The Township of St. Joseph before the proposed amendment is adopted, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) may dismiss all or part of the appeal.
Councillor Elliott questioned the lake level as it has risen since Council first discussed this application, and whetherthat has impacted the proposed location of the septic. Ms. McFadden advised that there is still plenty of space between the shore and the proposed septic, which will align with that of the neighbours on either side.
Hearing no further questions or submissions, Council thanked those in attendance.' The By-law will take effect following a 20 day appeal period where no eligible person or body has submitted an objection to the Local Planning Appeals Tribunal.
Mayor wildman thanked residents for their patience through this process.
5. Staff Reports
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a. COVID Relief Program For The Waiver of Interest and Penalties
As of July l, 2020 the Township will still give consideration to waiving interest and penalties upon submission of an application for relief for those who have been financially impacted by COVID. If the application is denied an applicant may request that it go to Council but otherwise. the decision will be at the discretion of the Treasurer.
Resolution No: 2020 - 143 Moved by: B. Eltiott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that the report from the Treasurer regarding relief of interest and penalties during the COVID period be received; and That Council approve the COVID Relief Program for the waiver of interest and penalties on Property Taxes and Water/Sewer accounts as set out in this report. Carried
6. ByJaws
a. By-law to Stop up, Close and Sell the Shore Road Allowance at 1398 C Line
Resolution No: 2020 - 144 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020 - 26 being a by-law to stop up, close and sell the those portions of the original shore road allowance in front of Part of Lot 10, Concession B, set out and described as Part I on Plan lR 13648 lying in front of the commercial poftion, and Part 2 on Plan lR 13648 lying in front of the residential portion of 1398 C Line in The Township of St. Joseph; and That said By-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed in open session this Twenty Fourth day of June,2020. Canied
b. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment,2726 Canoe Point Road (McFadden)
Resolution No: 2020 - 145 Moved by: C. Ambeault Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020 - 27 being a By-Law to amend By-law 20ll-34. being the Township's Zoning By-law, to reduce the shoreline setback for a septic system to be installed at the property located at Lot 5 on Plan lM-436, Part of Lot 13, Con V, also known as2726 Canoe Point Road Road; and That said By-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed. Carried
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7. Other Business
A teleconference will be held tomorrow with Tulloch Engineering regarding the deck on the restaurant being impacted by the lake level.
8. Confirmation ByJaw
Resolution No: 2020 - 146 Moved by: C. Ambeault Seconded by: B. Elliott Be it resolved that leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020 - 28, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held this Twenty Fourth day of June, 2020; and That said by-law be read a first, and taken as read a second and third time and finally passed. Carried
9. Adjournment
Resolution No: 2020 - 147 Moved by: B. Elliott Seconded by: C. Ambeault Be it resolved that this special meeting of the Council of The Township of St. Joseph adjourn at 5:23 pm, to meet again on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers. Carried
Joseph Wildman, Mayor
Carol Trainor, Clerk Administrator
lo THE TOWNSHIP OF ST. JOSEPH ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECTS LIST
JULY 15,2020
Meeting Date Description Source Status / Comments Parking by-law for legislated requirements, Clerk, Fire and Downtown, fire lanes, accessible parking, no overnight parking in Sept 20 I 2 accessibility, winter maintenance, fire routes Works Super winter By-laws to regulate the Sale of Land Required Sec.270 of the Municipal Act. Latest draft presented June Ianuary 2014 including Shore Road Allowance. 17,2015. Separate SRA policy being developed. July 2014 Remediation by-law, Trespass/Land Use Clerk Admin Draft presented2014.. New Bill 68: permits admin penalties Permit By-law re use of municipal lands Sept.20l5 Mobile Vendors/Transient Traders By-law Clerk Admin Draft prepared. Can be brought forward when requested by council Jan .2016 Pay Equity Plan and salary grid review Clerk / Treasurer Approved in principle; collection of historical documents to consultant. Staff cunently completinq iob evaluation forms. Sept 20 I 6 General Zoning Amendment to impose a Council to determine minimum or maximum sizes. minimum lot size or max structure size for Clerk Admin Prepare wording, public notice to be circulated under Sec. 34 Planning temporary accommodation (Bunkie) Act. Dec 2016 Bill 132: update Workplace Harassment and Occ. Health and Legislative requirement. bullyins policies.and VFD PTSD Policv Safew Committee OH&S Committee working on policy January 201 8 Bill 68: update Procedure By-law Clerk Admin Draft in progress April20l8 Digitize Township and Trefry archived Admin Options/quotes to be gathered. Determine what kind of company and records. Review Retention By-law. services could best provide this service and staff time required. September Culvert By-law (who pays for what, when, Works Super/Clerk To establish a written process for the installation and payment of 201 8 under what circumstances) culverts. Shared Use Agreements for maintenance on Hilton let to Feb 5 meeting; staff to arrange joint council meeting. January 2019 parts of the K Line with Jocelyn and Hilton Clerk/Works Super Townships Deferred due to COVID. July 2019 Update Occupational Health and Safety Update and revisions to be presented to council ASAP Policy and Procedure Manual OH&S Committee Aug 2019 Storage containers/Sea Cans presented as a lsland Clerks/ First reading March 4120 general Zonine By-law Amendment Plannins Board Aug 2019 Open Air Burning By-law to establish Fire Chief reviewing, will bring a draft forward requirements, fees, fines, regulations. Fire Chief / Admin February 2020 Bell Mobility request for mono tower on Insurers and solicitor have reviewed and are satisfied with agreement. Administration buildins DroDerW. Public Information Session required. July 2020 Service levels on roads; LSR and others. Works Super and Review list of public roads and limited service areas some council. Township of St. Joseph Disbursements
Resolution # 2O2O - July 15,2020
Cheque Cheque Cheoue Date Name Description Amount 5491 6t24t20 BELL CANADA MARINA - INTERNET MAY - JULY s 385.33 5492 6t24t20 ISLAND TIMBER MART VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - SUPPLIES 31 .57 5493 6124t20 LOCK CITY DAIRIES INC MARINA - ICE 7',t.25 5494 6t24t20 MINISTER OF FINANCE POLICING - OPP BILLING FEB - APR 60,820.56 5495 6t24t20 MIKE PRPICH REC. PICKLE BALL SUPPLIES 174.26 5496 6t24t20 RECTOR MACHINE WORKS LTD, ROADS - EQUIP REPAIRS 455.39 5497 6t24t20 DANIEL SEE ROADS - OFFICE SUPPLIES 100.00 5498 6r24t20 VALLEY BLADES LIMITED ROADS - BLADES 5,380.99 4643 6t24t20 ABELL PEST CONTROL INC LANDFILL - PEST CONTROL 114.93 4644 6t24t20 ALGOMAAG CENTRE MARINA - GAS 6,478.29 4645 6124t20 ALGOMA BUSINESS COMPUTERS ADMIN - COMPUTER REPAIR 84.75 4646 6t24t20 ALLETRAM GROUP LTD RECYCLING - BIN RENTAL 904.00 4647 6t24120 CLIFFE PRINTING ADMIN - OFFICE SUPPLIES 520.93 4648 6t24t20 GREEN FOR LIFE ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING - BIN EMPTY 2,632.90 4649 6t24t20 ISLAND CLIPPINGS RECREATION/ADMIN - ADVERTISING 135.60 4650 6t24t20 ISLAND MARKET - TREFRY SNRS - MOW FOOD 275.84 4651 6t24t20 KENWALE MERCHANTS LTD. VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - SUPPLIES 551.68 4652 6t24t20 ONT MUNICIPAL EMPL RETIREMENT SYSTEM PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS . MAY 7,692.12 EFT 6t24t20 BELL CANADA VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS . INTERNET 28't.37 EFT 6t24t20 CIBC VISA MAY VISA 3,794.87 EFT 6t24t20 MINISTER OF FINANCE EMPLOYER HEALTH TAX - MAY 965.1 5
EFT 6t24t20 RECEIVER GENERAL PAYROLL REMITTANCE - MAY 1 3,'t 63. 1 8 DD 7to3t20 BI-WEEKLY PAYROLL PAY PERIOD # 21 ,578.74 DD 7t09t20 MONTHLY PAYROLL JUNE 2,199.68 5499 7t10t20 177 6727 ONTARIO CORPORATION ROADS - PULVERIZING FOR RESURFACING 9,788.63 5500 7l'10t20 TERRY ARCHAMBAULT REC - PICKLE BALL SUPPLIES 118.48 5501 7t'tot20 BELL CANADA VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - PHONE 903.44 5502 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 105.60 5503 7t10t20 GARDINER MARINE LIMITED MARINA - RUSTRIBLING PT DOCK REPAIRS 6,359.64 5504 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 72.80 5505 7t10t20 SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE 290.05 5506 7t10t20 ISLAND TIMBER MART VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - SUPPLIES 709.1 3 5507 7110120 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 390.70 5508 7t10t20 LOCK CITY DAIRIES INC. MARINA - ICE 37.20 5509 7t10t20 MINISTER OF FINANCE POLICING - OPP BILLING MAY 20,804.00 551 0 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 148.80
551 1 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 't06.60 4653 7t't0t20 ALGOMA DISTRICT SERVICES ADMIN BOARD MUNICIPAL LEVY - JULY 61,208.58 4654 7t10t20 ALGOMAAG CENTRE ROADS - FUEL 958.60 4655 7t10t20 ALGOMA OFFICE EQUIPMENT SNRS/ADMIN - LEASE/COPIES 201.82 4656 7t10t20 SNRS . MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 260.1 5 4657 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 67.20 4658 7t'tot20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS. MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 124.00 4659 7t10t20 COMMUNITY FUTURES DEVELOPMENT CORP GROUP BENEFITS JULY 6,618.58 4660 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR. JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 28.80 4661 7t10t20 FOUNTAIN TIRE ROADS - MAINTENANCE 48.08 4662 7t10t20 GILBERTSON ENTERPRISES ROADS - GRAVEL FOR D LINE 25,837.45 \a Cheque Gheque Cheque Date Name Description Amount 4663 7t10t20 SNRS . MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS. MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 307.45 4664 7t10t20 SNRS - TRANSPORTATION MILEAGE JUNE SNRS - TRANSPORTATION MILEAGE JUNE 12',t.60 4665 7t10t20 ISLAND CLIPPINGS ADMIN - ADVERTISING 67.80 4666 7t10t20 SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE 238.92 4667 7t10t20 KENTVALE MERCHANTS LTD. VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - SUPPLIES 992.41 4668 7t10120 LOCAL AUTHORITY SERVICES VARIOUS DEPARTMENT - SUPPLIES 432.31 4669 7t10t20 MASSEY WHOLESALE LIMITED SNRS - MOW FOOD/SUPPLIES 799.57 4670 7t10t20 MUNICIPAL PROPERTY ASSESSMENT CORP ADMIN - QUARTERLY BILLING 9,372.95 4671 7t10t20 NORTH CHANNEL CURRENT ADMIN - ADVERTISING 140.00 4672 7t',t0t20 THE NORTHSHORE SENTINEL ADMIN - ADVERTISING 124.58
4673 7t'10t20 PIONEER CONSTRUCTION ROADS - COLD MIX 1 ,933.1 1 4674 7t10t20 POLLARD HIGHWAY PRODUCTS LTD ROADS - CALCIUM 9,740.07 4675 7t10t20 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 374 SNRS - MOW KITCHEN RENTAL 480.00 4676 7t'tot20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 38.40 4677 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR. JUNE SNRS. MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 60.00 4678 7t10t20 SNRS. MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 65.00 4679 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 70.40 4680 7t10t20 SNRS - TRANSPORTATION MILEAGE JUNE SNRS - TRANSPORTATION MILEAGE JUNE 194.32 4681 7t10t20 SUPERIOR PROPANE PARKS - CENT GROUNDS TANK RENTAL 224.87 4682 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR. JUNE 165.55 4683 7t10t20 SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE SNRS - MOWTRANSPORTATION MILEAGE 161 .05 4684 7t10t20 SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE SNRS - MOW MILEAGE APR - JUNE 62.00 4685 7t10t20 JODY WILDMAN REC - GO NORTH ADVERTISING 16.2'l EFT 7t10t20 ALGOMA POWER INC VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - POWER MAY 4,194.86 EFT 7t',t0t20 BELL CANADA ADMIN - INTERNET 120.91 EFT 7t10t20 BELL MOBILITY VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS - CELL PHONES 178.60 $294,284.65
\i THE TOWNSHIP OF ST. JOSEPH
REPORT TO COUNCIL From: Erica Pollock, Treasurer Date: July 15,2020
Subject: Asset Management Program - Road and Sidewalk Assessment
RECOMMENDATION:
BE lT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to apply for a grant opportunity from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Municipal Asset Management Program for a Road and Sidewalk Assessment, and
THAT the Township commits to conducting the Road and Sidewalk Assessment as submitted to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Municipal Asset Management Program to advance our asset management program, and
THAT the Township commits $3,621 from its Administration Reserve toward the cost of this project.
Background
The Township has an Asset Management Plan that was adopted in February 2014 and was last updated in October 2016. ln January of 2018, a new asset management regulation (Ontario Regulation 588117) came into effect with various municipal requirements being phased in over six years through July 2024. The first requirement was the adoption of a strategic asset management policy by July 1,2019, which Council adopted in June 2019. The next requirement is an update to our Asset Management Plan by July 1, 2021 to include current levels of service, current asset performance, and estimated lifecycle costs for core assets (roads, bridges, culverts, wastewater, and water). The next requirements are to include these attributes for all assets by July 2023, and to include proposed levels of service, lifecycle management, and a financial strategy for all assets by July 2024.
Analysis
ln order to provide current levels of service, current asset performance, and estimated lifecycle costs for the road assets, the attached quote has been requested from Streetscan, in partnership with LAS, to perform an assessment of the roads and sidewalks. Streetscan uses 3D imaging technology to measure road defects. The data from the scan is then analyzed to determine the Pavement Condition lndex (PCl) for each road segment. Similar technology is used for sidewalks to determine a sidewalk rating. The PCI and sidewalk rating will be used to report the current levels of service and the current asset performance. The current condition is then analyzed to provide pavement maintenance options and management scenarios for the
\{ estimated lifecycle costs. The assessment can also be used by the Works Department to plan maintenance work and prepare the Roads 5 Year Capital Plan.
A grant opportunity is available from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Municipal Asset Management Program that will fund 80% of the cost of asset management related activities, including asset assessments. As part of the application process, a resolution from Council is required i) to acknowledge that staff is submitting the application, ii) to commit to undertake the project should the application be approved, and iii) to confirm the municipality's financial contribution.
Financial lmplications
The total cost of the road and sidewalk assessment is $18,108 and an application will be made to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Municipal Asset Management Program for 80% the cost. The net cost to the Township would be $3,621 which could be taken from the Administration Reserve.
Summary / Options
Council may adopt the recommendations as presented or modify as they determine appropriate
Erica Pollock, CPA, CA Treasurer
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Road and Sidewalk Assesment Service Proposal The Township of St. Joseph, Ontario June 8,2020 Road and Sidewalk Assessment Service Proposal Township ofSt. Joseph
June 8, 2020
Erica Pollock, Treasurer The Township of St. Joseph 1669 Arthur Street P.O. Box '187 Richards Landing ON POR 1J0
Thank you for your interest in StreetScan. Municipalities worldwide are faced with aging infrastructure and limited budget resources to repair and maintain them. Having the ability to monitor the health of your street network through an abundance of data collected via multiple vehicle-mounted sensors allows your staff to properly allocate repair and maintenance budgets. This is now made possible in an affordable, objective way utilizing StreetScan's advanced mobile sensing vehicle and online web-based app.
Our service offering includes:
Data Gollection: vehicle survey of paved lane km. Data Processing of pavement condition and assets. Data Visualization: pavement monitoring system including Pavement Condition lndex (PCl) Report - integrated into your existing GIS or optional cloud-based access. Pavement Management Plan: maintenance and budget options, suggestions and scenarios; optional cloud-based access with robust interactive planning and budgeting tools.
Also available (see Appendices for more details):
360' imagery Viewer Optional asset extractions including pavement markings, traffic signs, utility assets, street lighting sidewalks, curbs, trees, etc.
On behalf of the team at StreetScan, we are pleased to submit this proposal for your review. We strive to be as accurate as possible in our initial projections and cost estimates, and look fonrvard to meeting with you soon to discuss any questions you may have.
Yours truly,
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Michelle Hjort Director, Business Development - Canada
STREETaENNZ 4 \-1 Road and Sidewalk Assessment Service Proposal Township of St. Joseph
4. THE STREETSCAN SYSTEM
StreetScan's automated data collection and algorithm-based roads prioritization software can help optimize your road budget and provide user-friendly analytics about the status of your roads and sidewalks.
Data Collection Data Processing GIS Analytics
StreetScan's vehicles equipped Optimized algorithms evaluate Collected data goes into with multi-sensor systems detect and prioritize repairs of assets, Streetlogix, our unique cloud- pavement & sidewalk surface including pavement, sidewalks, based application, allowing distresses without interrupting traffic signs, and more. municipalities to visualize and traffic flow. manage road assets in order to schedule maintenance within a user-friendly GIS environment.
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STREETSEHNZ 8 ls Road and Sidewalk Assessment Service Proposal Township of St. Joseph
5. PRICING OVERVIEW
ASSESSMENT - PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT
CENTERI.ANE SERVICES INCLUDED TOTAL KM $/cL
ScanVan Data Collection
STREET5{frN4 Data Processing DATA 62 km $2oo $12,400 COLLECTION Pavement Facing lmagery
Pavement Mgmt. Plan
Mobilization and Setup Cost $1,697. TOTAL $14,097
TOTAL d FCM Rebate $2,819 .Will be reduced if we are working with other reasonably nearby munis
ASSESSMENT - SIDEWALK MANAGEMENT
SIDEWALK SERVICES INCLUDED KM $/KM TOTAL
ScanCart Data Collection
5TR€€rstfrult Data Processing 2km $372 $744 DATA COLLECTION Sidewalk Videos
Sidewalk Mgmt. Plan
Mobilization and Setup Cost $1,697. TOTAL s2,M',l
TOTAL w/ FCM Rebate $488 "Will be reduced if we are working with other reasonably nearby munis.
STREETSENMI. I iq Road and Sidewalk Assessment Service Proposal Township of St. Joseph
STREETLOGIX SOFTWARE - TRANSPORTATION MODULE
SERVICES INCLUDED POPULATION TOTAL
streellogix ';. Annual Software License 1,240 $750 SOFTWARE
lmplementation Services (One-Time) $500 TOTAL $1,250
TOTAL w/ FCM Rebate $250
Streetlogix Option* Quantity Price ($/Unit) Price Adder
Pavement lmage Viewer - Annual Data Hosting 62 CL km $5 $31 0 (Still image of surface behind vehicle - every 2 metres) 2 Sidewalk Sidewalks lmage Viewer Annual Data Hosting $s $to - km (high resolution video)
TOTAL $320
TOTAL d FCM Rebate $64
*Options: 1) Streetlogix hosts (as priced here) 2) muni hosts and it can be viewed in Streetlogix 3) muni doesn't wanVneed to see imagery (more likely in subsequent years as imagery becomes dated) ALSO: Streetlogix can host existing images from a different vendor
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District Services Administration Board Consell d'administration des services du dtstrict d Algoma
July 7, 2O2O
Townshlp of Hilton Municipal Office Box 4 Hwy 548 HILTON BEACH, Ontario
Village of Hllton Beach Municipal Office P.O. Box 25 HILTON BEACH, Ontario POR IGO
Township of Jocelyn Municipal Office R. R. #1 RICHARDS LANDING, Ontario POR IJO
Township of Johnson Munlclpal Office P,o. Box 160 1 Johnson Drive DESBAMTS, Ontario POR IEO
Township of Lalrd Municipal Office R. R. #4 ECHO BAY, Ontario POS tCO
Township of MacDonald, Meredith and Aberdeen Additional Municipal Office Box 10 208 Church Stneet ECHO BAY, Ontario Pos tco
Haad Officer I Collver Road, Thessalon, ON, POR I L0 . Tel. (705) 8/;2-3370 . Fax (705) 842-314? . www.adsab,on.ca !r 07 /07 /2020 ruE 10: 58 FAx ?05 842 3?4? ADSAB Far aoo3/oo?
Township of St. Joseph Municipal Office P,O, Box 9 RICHARDS LANDING, Ontario POR IJO
Township of Tarbutt & Tarbutt Additional Municlpal Office R. R. #1 DESBARATS, Ontarlo POR IEO
To: Heads of Council and Municipal Clerks
Please be advised that Area 3, conslstlng of the above eight townships, currently has a vacancy for one member to serve on the Board of the Algoma District Services Admlnistration Board. Area 3 has an approved election procedure for appointing two members to the Board and two members were appointed in December of 2018 to serve forthe 2019to2O22 term. As part of this process, if an election occurs, the person with the 3d most votes would automatically be appointed should a vacancy occur. However, only 2 persons were nominated at that time, so there ls no identified person to fill the vacancy. Under these circumstances, the Board would normslly offer to run another election to fill the vacancy, but COVID-19 is currently preventing this from happening as we are not in a position to hold a meeting to facilitate the election process as laid out in the approved Rules of Procedure.
To fill the vacancy, the Board is proposing that an electronic election procoss through g m!! be utilizod to identify nominees to flll the vacancy and to elect an appointee from the nominees as follows:
1, Nominations
Each council canvass their council members for nominees that are lnterested in serving on ths Board.
To be nominated, a person must be a member of a municipal council within the ward they would be representing (See the attached Qualifications of Membersl.
More than one municipally elected person can run from a single munlclpality within a ward.
Nominated persons will be provided the opportunity to share a Candidate Profile with voting delogates and municipal councils within the ward prlor to the olection.
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Counclls will forward any nominations and their e-mail contact information to Keith Bell by July 3181. 2O2A via e-mail at [email protected] or fax at (705) 842- 3747.
2. Votinq Deleqate
Each council will identify a votlng delegate from their municipal council to vote in the electronic voting process on behalf of their munlcipality,
Each municipality has a single voting delegate (one vote).
Councils will fonnrard the name of thelr votlng delegate and their e+nail contact information to Keith Bell by July 31 8t,2O2O via o-mail at [email protected] or fax et (705) 842-3747.
3. DlstrfQfrtlon of Nomlneee and their Candidate Profiles
Once the list of Nominees is established and thelr profiles collected, the information will be distributed electronically via e-mall to the voting delegates and munlcipal councils,
This will occur no later than August 7rh, 2O2O. 4. Electronic Election Process - Survev Monkev
Voting through Survey Monkey will be sont out to the voting delegates via e-mail on August 10h and the voting delegates will be given until 3:00 PM on August 14th to vote. Instructions will be included and support will be provided by ADSAB staff.
Results will be dlstrlbuted to voting delegates and municipal councils by 5:00 PM on August 14rh.
lf there is a tie for most votes, a run-off election will occur from the group of nominees who tied through Survey Monkey via e-mail the following week,
This proposed election prooess ls designed to align as much as possible with the approved election process for Arca 3, while at the same tlme taking into consideration the current reality of COVID-19 measures. Although thls process will not be completed by the next ADSAB board meeting on July 23d, the Board ls cunently only meetlng through vlrtual moans to deal with preseing issues. There is no board meeting in August, so the next potential face to face board meoting will be occuning September 24th. This provides time to properly orientate the new momber prior to participating in a meeting,
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lf you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
/// Keith Bell, CAO Algoma District SeMces Adminlstration Board Phone: (705) 842-3370, Ext. 247 E-mail: [email protected]
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Extract from lhe District socarl services Admlnlstnlion Boards Act
Ontario Regulation 27 Elgo
OUALIFICATIONS OF MEMBERS
3.1 (1) A member of a board who ls not a member at large and who represents one or more municipalities shall be a member of a municipal council. O, Reg, 37/99, s. 1.
(2) A member of a board who is not a member at large and who represents territory without municipal organization shall be a Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years of age and,
(a) a porman€nt resident of the terrltory without municipal organlzation;
(b) An owner or tenant of property in the territory without municipal organization; or
(c) the spouse of an owner or tenant of property in the terrltory without municipal organization. O. Reg. 3Zl99, s. 1; O. Reg. 40/00, s. 1 (1); O. Reg.288/05, s. 1. (1).
(3) A member of a board shall not be an employee of the board, O, Reg. 37199, s. 1.
(4) ln this section,
"spouse" means,
(a) a spouse as defined in section 1 of the Family Law Act, or
(b) either of two percons who live together in a conjugal relationship outside marriage. O. Reg. 288/05, s. 1 (2)
TERM OF OFFICE OF MEMBERS
4. (1) A member of a board appointed as a member at large shall hold office for a term not exceeding four years. O. Reg. 2T8lgB, s. 4 (1); O. Reg. 410/06, s. 1 (1),
(21 The term of office of a member of a board who is not a momber at large shall commence on January 1 next following the commencement of the term of office of the council that the member represents or January 1 in
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any subsequent year of the term of office of that council and shall not exceed four years. O. Reg. 279198, s, 4 (2); O. Reg. 410/00. S, 1 (2).
(2,1) Despite subsection (2), if there is a vacancy created by an increase to the number of members of the Board who are not members at large, the term of office of the member filling the vacancy may commence of any time. O. Reg 109/17 s. 1.
(3) A member of a board may be re-appointed when his or her term ends. o. Reg, 278198, s. 4 (3).
(4) lf a member who was appointed by on6 or more municipalities becomes ineligible to hold office as a board member, fails to attend three consecutive board meetings without the board's authorization, resigns or dies before the end of hls or her term, the council or councils that appointed the member shall appoint a new member to serve for the remaindor of the term, O. Reg. 37199, s. 2.
(5) lf a member of a board represents an area set out in the Schedule for that board that is comprised of territory without municipal organization and that mernber becomes ineligible to hold office as a board member, fails to attend three consecutive board meetings without the board's authorization, resigns or dies before the end of his or her term, the board shall appoint a new member to serve that territory for the remainder of the term. O. Reg. 37/99, s.2,
(6) lf the residents of a territory without municipal organization fail to select a member of a board, the board shall appoint a member to serve that teritory and the member shall serve his or her term of office as if he or she were selectod by the residents. O. Reg. 37199, s. 2.
CHAIRS OF BOARDS
5. (1) A board shall, at lts first meeting after January 1 in each year, appoint one of its members as chair of the board. O. Reg. 27glg8. s. S (1).
(21 The member of the board who is appointed as chair shall serve as chair until the December 31 following the appointment. O. Reg. 383/10, s. 1.
(3) For as long as the person is a momber of the board, he or she may be re-appointed as chair in one or mor€ subsequent years. O. Reg. 383/10, s. 1,
(4) lf the chair resigns or dies while servlng as chair, the board shall appoint another member of the board as chair to serve for the balance of the year. O. Reg.383/10, s. 1.
2u lil EEEE\rtr Matthews Memorial Hospital Associatiunuul 0 7 2020 $ P.O. Box 171 Richards Landing, Ontario POR 1JO
July 2, 2O2O
Jody Wildman, Mayor Township of St. Joseph P. O. Box 187 1669 Arthur St. Richards Landing, Ontario POR 1JO
Dear Mr. Wildman and Council Members
We would like to thank you for your generous donation to our Association.
As a result of COVID-19, izxct is proving to be a very difficult year to hold our fundraising events.
The challenges we face in retaining and recruiting physicians, as well as maintaining our buildings, are increasing as prices continue to rise. We were faced with having to find new housing for the doctors, and that has come with a substantial cost increase in rent, so the support you have provided will certainly help with that,
On behalf of the Matthews Memorial Hospital Association, Thank You.
Yours
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zn CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF RENFREW
RESOLUTTON NO. 2020 - 06 - 44
Moved By: Reeve Emon Seconded By: Councillor Jamieson WHEREAS the COVID-19 pandemic crisis has had a catastrophic affect on employment and small business survival rates, with over 11.3% jobless rate in Ontario in April 2020 alone with only a few signs of a change over the next several fiscal periods;
AND WHEREAS the Renfrew County region is already at a distinct economic disadvantage due to a shorter infrastructure construction season and the lack of essential services, like effective and available broadband across its vast and rural area that would allow for greater flexibility to work from home, or telecommute;
AND WHEREAS the County of Renfrew and the other 19 municipalities and first nations reserves within the geographical borders have an incredible influence on the economy through investments in infrastructure spending, with over$TOmillion being investedin2020 in municipalprojects, butwill now have to evaluate and adjust the way they safely operate and offer community services and modes of transportation;
AND WHEREAS the County of Renfrew and the other 19 municipalities and first nations reserves have submitted over $73.5 million worth of applications to the /nyesfing in Canada lnfrastructure Program: Community, Culture and Recreation Stream, with all considered shovel ready and shovel worthy;
AND WHEREAS the County of Renfrew and the other 19 municipalities and first nations reserves have submitted previously over $2Smillion in fhe Investing in Canada lnfrastructure Program: Green Stream and lnvesting in Canada lnfrastructure Program: Rural & Nofthern Streami
AND WHEREAS both large and small infrastructure projects have the immediate effect on local small and medium businesses in our region with consideration of the multiplier ratio on every $l million invested having the ability to create 7.6 jobs in the local marketplace, meaning that approval of these projects would create over 1,200 jobs across Renfrew County;
NOW THEREFORE BE lT RESOLVED that the Council of the Town of Renfrew calls upon the Governments of Ontario and Canada to fast track the review of current and previous lnvesting in Canada lnfrastructure Program grant applications in order to provide much needed employment and investment into rural Ontario to provide sustainable infrastructure that will be safe and suitable in a post-pandemic setting;
AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to the Right Honourable Prime Minister of Canada; the Honourable Premier of Ontario; MP Cheryl Gallant, Renfrew-Nipissing- Pembroke, the Honourable John Yakabuski, MPP Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke; the Minister of lnfrastructure; the Association of Municipalities Ontario; Rural Ontario Municipalities Association and all Municipalities within the Province of Ontario.
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l, Jennifer Charkavi, Deputy Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew, do hereby certify this to be a true and complete copy of Resolution No. 2020 - OO - 44, passed by the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew at its meeting held the 23'd day of June 2020.
DATED at Renfrew, Ontario /q4o, eh'44"e this 24th day of June 2020. Jennifer Charkavi z? YO The Municipality of West Elgin 22413 Hoskins Line, Box 490, Rodney Ontario NOL 2C0 t 998
June 26,2020
Hon. Doug Ford Premier Premier's Office Room 281 Legislative Building, Queen's Park
Dear the Honorable Doug Ford
Please be advised that at the Regular Meeting of Council on June 25,2A20, the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin passed the following resolution:
Resolution No. 2g2A-210 Moved: Councillor Rowe Seconded: Councillor Tellier
Whereas West Elgin received a resolution from the Municipality of Grey Highlands with regard to the creation of a Universal Basic lncome for citizens; and
Whereas the Council of West Elgin agrees that the creation of a Universal Basic lncome would assist in reducing the financial strain on its citizens and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic; and
Where a basic income ensures everyone an income sufficient to meet basic needs and live with dignity, regardless of work status and has the potential to improve individual physical and mental health, labour market parlicipation, food security, housing stability, financial status and social relationships and generally raise the standard of living for vulnerable members of society; and
Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Municipality of West Elgin urges the Ontario Provincial government and the Federal government work together to investigate the feasibility of implementing a universal basic income program.
For (3): Councillor Tellier, Councillor Cammaert, and Councillor Rowe Abstain (1): Mayor McPhail
Carried (3 to 0)
lf you require anything fudher, please do not hesitate to contact me
P: 519.785.0560 E: [email protected] F:519.785.0644 www.westelgin.net 2q Ministry of Municipal Affairs Ministdre des Affaires municipales and Housing et du Logement Office of the Minister Bureau du ministre OnlffiJ 777 Bay Street, 17th Floor 777,rue Bay, 17e €tage Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Tel.: 416 585-7000 T€1.: 416 585-7000
234-2020-2680 July 8, 2020
Dear Head of Council
The COVID-19 outbreak has touched everyone in the province, creating personal and financial hardship, and resulting in losses far greater than anyone could have imagined We are making steady progress in the safe reopening of the province, and we acknowledge and celebrate those who went above and beyond through this crisis.
I am writing to inform you that on July 8,2O2O, our government introduced the COVID- 19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, to help get Ontario back on track. Our proposed bill will address three critical needs Ontario faces: restarting jobs and development; strengthening communities; and creating opportunity for people.
Our government recognizes the key role that municipalities play in restarting the economy, and that their efficient functioning and economic sustainability is critical to Ontario's future success. We are also continuing to negotiate with our federal partners to ensure communities across Ontario receive the urgent financial support they need. We know that municipalities require fair and flexible investment to protect front line services and help restart the economy.
This bill includes proposals that will enable municipal councils and local boards to meet electronically on a permanent basis and allow municipal councils to decide if they wish to have proxy voting for their members. Our government also proposes to finalize the community benefits charges framework; enhance the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing's existing zoning order authority to provide more certainty when fast tracking the development of transit oriented communities; make it faster to update and harmonize the Building Code so that we can break down interprovincial trade barriers, and permanently establish the office of the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator to help solve complex land use issues. We are also working on optimizing provincial lands and other key provincial strategic development projects that will help facilitate economic recovery efforts.
My ministry will be hosting a technical information briefing on the proposed community benefits charges framework, including proposed changes to development charges and parkland dedication, so that municipal staff can gain a better understanding of the proposal. The technical briefing will take place in the near future and invitations from the Assistant Deputy Minister of LocalGovernment and Planning Policy Division to municipal Chief Administrative Officers, Treasurers and Chief Planners will be forthcoming. ...12
3C> Head of Council Page 2 ln addition to initiatives that I have outlined above from my ministry, there are several other proposals included in our proposed legislation that will support your communities. Changes proposed will modernize our outdated environmental assessment framework, provide more localsay on future landfill sites, and ensure strong environmental oversight, while supporting faster build-out of vital transport and transit infrastructure projects to support our economy. Municipally-run courts will be able to use technology to deliver services remotely and we are also moving to filljustice of the peace vacancies faster and more transparently.
We will be extending the validity period of unused marriage licences and protecting the province's most vulnerable consumers who rely on payday loans, by proposing limits on related interest rates and fees.
Also proposed is the reduction of regulatory burdens on farming while preserving the environmental rules that will support this vital part of our economy. Businesses will be able to count on clear, focused and effective rules that do not compromise people's health, safety or the environment through our changes that continue to focus on cutting red tape. At the same time, our changes will allow health and safety standards to be updated more quickly to ensure worker safety in a changing economy.
As the province continues to reopen and the economy recovers, it's more criticalthan ever to position Ontario as a top-tier destination for investment, domestic growth, and job creation. A key measure to support this objective is the creation of a new investment attraction agency, lnvest Ontario, that will promote the province as a key investment destination and work closely with regional partners to coordinate business development activities.
Our proposed changes will also help our communities respond in part to the challenges that this outbreak has brought to our education system. Changes proposed would allow school boards to select the best candidates for director of education for their respective communities. We willalso reduce red tape that is preventing access to schoolfor some First Nation students and by limiting unproductive suspensions for our very youngest students. Students with severe learning disabilities will have an opportuni$ to complete their studies in the upcoming school year and by broadening the mandates of TVO and TFO, our broadcasters will be able to support students' learning needs better during these challenging times.
Through this proposed legislation, we willtake the first step towards a strong restart and recovery. More information on our proposals can be found on the Legislative Assembly of Ontario's website.
Our greatest challenges lie ahead of us, and we know we cannot overcome them alone It's time for everyone to play a role in rebuilding Ontario together. We will ensure no community or region is left behind. Every community must recover if all of Ontario is to grow and prosper again.
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Municipalities are encouraged to continue to review our Government's Emergency lnformation webpage at: Ontario.calalert. I thank you for your continued support and collaboration in these challenging times.
Sincerely, #*6M Steve Clark Minister of MunicipalAffairs and Housing c: Chief Administrative Officers Municipal Clerks Kate Manson-Smith, Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Brian Rosborough, Executive Director, Association of Municipalities of Ontario
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