Council Meeting Agenda – February 17, 2015 Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays a G E N D A

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Council Meeting Agenda – February 17, 2015 Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays A G E N D A

There will be a regularly scheduled meeting of Council held at 9:00 a.m., on February 17, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the Township of Lake of Bays Municipal Offices, Dwight, Ontario. NOTE: A closed session, if deemed necessary, is scheduled to commence at the end of the meeting. Page

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - APPROVAL OF AGENDA

(a) Council Meeting Agenda - February 17, 2015

2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

3. DEPUTATION/DELEGATIONS

(a) 9:05 a.m. Marc & Maura Dube 1015 Kerrimuir Road Re: Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement (see Reports & By-laws - Superintendent of Public Works- Item #6(b)(i))

9 - 19 (b) Brian McRae, Zone/Member & Club Services Liaison Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Re: Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms *will be presented under Director of Building and By-law Services*

4. CONSENT AGENDA

Items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine, and enacted in one motion. However, any Council member may request one or more items to be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and/or action. Each and every matter of business contained in the Consent Agenda is recorded separately in the minutes of the meeting. 21 - 62 (a) Council Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2014 and January 20, 2015

63 - 65 (b) Special Council Meeting Minutes (Development Charges) - February 3, 2015

67 - 68 (c) Joint Muskoka Councillor Orientation Session Minutes - January 9, 2015

69 - 76 (d) Fire Advisory Meeting Minutes - January 13, 2015

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77 - 80 (e) Economic Development Activity Report (January)

81 - 85 (f) Sale of Original Shore Road Allowance - Declaration of Surplus Lands:  OSRA File No. 13-06 (Henshaw); and  OSRA File No. 13-30 (Tupper)

(g) By-law 2015-019, being a by-law for the purpose of closing those portions of the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 27, in Concession 13, of the former Township of Franklin, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 35R-24679(Henshaw)(010-003- 03100)(Franklin)(1141 Put-in-Bay Road)

(h) By-law 2015-020, being a by-law for the purpose of closing those portions of the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 24, in Concession 3, of the former Township of Franklin, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 35R-24695(Tupper)(010-014- 06600)(Franklin)(1020 Park Lane)

87 (i) By-law 2015-021, being a by-law to appoint members of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays Heritage Advisory Committee.

5. TENDERS

6. REPORTS AND BY- LAWS

(a) Planner

89 - 92 (i) Unbudgeted Item: Official Plan Review - Budget Update

93 - 97 (ii) Dwight Dock Expansion

(b) Superintendent of Public Works

99 - 105 (i) Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement - Dube

107 - 110 (ii) Golf Course Rehabilitation (see Communication Items and Petitions - Item #7(a))

111 - 115 (iii) Review of Re-graveling Program

117 - 131 (i) Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms  Delegation: Brian McRae, Zone/Member & Club Services Liaison

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Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters  Public Open Forum

133 - 137 (ii) Request for Exemption to Sign By-law #07-137 (McKenzie) Stone Ridge Chalet - Bed & Breakfast

(d) Fire Chief

(e) Director of Corporate Services

139 - 140 (i) Christmas Schedule - 2015 Hours of Operation

(f) Deputy Clerk

(g) Chief Administrative Officer

(h) Treasurer

141 - 152 (i) By-law 2015-022, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays with respect to Development Charges

153 - 154 (ii) Norway Point Dock Removal

155 - 171 (iii) Statement of Financial Activities for the Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2014

173 - 244 (iv) 2015 Budget - B2 Budget Operations (Draft 2)

245 - 255 (v) 2015 Budget - C2 Capital Budget 2015-2024 (Draft 2)

257 - 264 (vi) 2015 Budget - N2 Notes to Budget (Draft 2)

7. COMMUNICATION ITEMS AND PETITIONS

265 - 266 (a) Golf Course Road Residents re: New "Roads Need" Study

267 - 270 (b) Autism Ontario, re: "Raise the Flag" campaign on April 2nd, 2015 in celebration of World Autism Awareness Day

271 - 273 (c) Roger DeGannes, Head of Traffic Operations, Ministry of Transportation re: Consultation on Ontario's Default Speed Limit

275 - 282 (d) Tom Campbell, Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command re: Military Service Recognition Book Advertisement

283 - 286 (e) Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms  Sandy Dobbyn (Received February 14th, 2015)  Mike Buss (Received February 14th, 2015)

287 - 291 (f) Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement - Dube

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 Mary Fisher (Received February 15th, 2015)  Fred Swaine (Received February 15th, 2015)  Harry Lennard (Received February 16th, 2015)

8. NOTICE OF MOTION

(a) Councillor Burgess

WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays is a Municipality within the District of Muskoka;

AND WHEREAS Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare operates two fully functional hospital sites within the District of Muskoka, Huntsville District Memorial Hospital and South Muskoka Hospital;

AND WHEREAS Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare is currently facing an approximate $2,400,000 budget shortfall;

AND WHEREAS Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare is considering single- siting all surgical procedures at one of the hospital sites in order to balance their budget;

AND WHEREAS such a move would have a devastating impact on the Huntsville Hospital site and on our community, in terms of both healthcare and our economy;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby requests that Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare removes consideration of single-siting surgery from their deliberations immediately;

AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be forwarded to the municipalities within the District of Muskoka.

9. MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL COUNCILLORS' REPORTS

(a) Councillor Baker

Fire Advisory Committee - No Update

District Public Works Committee - No Update

Muskoka Watershed Council - No Update

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(b) Councillor Lacroix

Baysville Cemetery - No Update

District Committees  The Impact Cafe is a soup kitchen that the Ontario Works volunteers started in their community of Gravenhurst. It is held every Friday at 141 Main Street Gravenhurst, providing free lunch, all are welcome. The amazing thing about this program is that the volunteers have not only made a difference in their community but for themselves as well. Their volunteer job has turned into a catering business which has created jobs for the group.  Muskoka Community Services is offering a free IncomeTax clinic to seniors, low income individuals and families in collaboration with Canada Revenue Agency and community volunteers. Will be held at various locations throughout Muskoka in March and April.  Community Transportation grant money - Muskoka Community Services is looking at using school buses (9am to 2pm) to assist in transportation needs for all communities.  Loon Call (a contractor) has received a $15,000 grant from the District to build one affordable home in Bracebridge.  Funding has been provided for the Township and Village Outreach Program to benefit children in rural Muskoka.  The government provided material on their new strategy for Health System Transformation and on Long Term Care for Ontario. They are located on the District of Muskoka's Community Services agenda package for January 2015.

Attended  Muskoka Tourism Summit meeting at the JW Marriott Resort in Minett - 3 hour presentation and debate on refreshing the Muskoka brand.

Community Emergency Management Program Committee -  Meeting that was scheduled for January 28, 2015 was cancelled and has yet to be rescheduled

Heritage Advisory Committee - Update  Looking forward to new projects  Still looking for volunteers to join the Committee

Attended

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 Dwight Winter Carnival - February 13-15, 2015

(d) Councillor Burgess

Chamber of Commerce Committee

 Huntsville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce AGM was held on January 29, 2015. Over 100 members were in attendance.  Topics on the Agenda were:  Reports from the President, Doug Campbell, and the Executive Director, Kelly Haywood  Presentation and Acceptance of the 2014 Financial Statement  Election of the 2015 Board of Directors  The Chamber has a substantial financial loss last year and is currently looking at ways to remedy the situation. Cutting expenses, elimination of some events, reduction of staff, applications for loans, grants, and cost-sharing partnerships are all being explored and underway.

(e) Councillor Ross

Library Board - No Update

Paint Lake Cemetery - No Update

293 - 294 (f) Councillor Glover

Attended  Baysville Business Group Meeting

First Lake of Bays Visioning Meeting

(a) Customer Service Request & Tracking Systems

(i) iCompass Technologies – InTouch Web Service Demonstration  Web based  Can have mandatory field to be completed by customer  Has drop down menu’s (roads, lakes)  Tracks all requests  Can provide time lines for tasks  Send reply tracking e mails to the customer  Permits tracking by supervisor

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 Creates a data base  Link to Google Maps – no additional cost  Cost $900 per form and $300 annual fee

(ii) Public Service Request Demonstration  Web based  Can have mandatory field to be completed by customer  Tracks all requests  Can provide time lines for tasks  Send reply tracking e mails to the customer  Permits tracking by supervisor  Linked to google maps (now, open, hold and closed files)  Can link to smart phone with GPS  Cost $300 to $400 monthly

(b) OMLI – Customer Service Excellence Workshop $300/participant

Andrew Daniels Fish Stewardship  Foundation Update 2015 from Greg Betteridge

(g) Mayor Young

Dorset Health Hub  Renovations update

District of Muskoka  Rate supported budget tabled  Water and Sewer increase proposed is only 1.4% or $2.12 per month for a typical residential customer  Solid Waste budget overall is up 2.9% but increase should be lower for the Township

Algonquin Highlands  Attended a special Council Meeting on Stanhope Airport  Typical problems - how to maximize cash flow from the resource  Consultant had little to offer  Briefed Reeve Moffatt on the Dorset Health Hub

10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

(a) Carl and Catherine Vorhies, Re: Request for Reduction or Waiver of Licence of Occupation Fees (1275 Ronville Road) (from September 16, 2014

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Council meeting)

11. CLOSED SESSION/BUSINESS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION

12. CONFIRMING BY- LAW

(a) By-law 2015-023, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council for February 17, 2015

13. ADJOURNMENT

(a) Next meeting - March 10, 2015

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The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays

Council Meeting - Tuesday, December 16, 2014 MINUTES

There was a regularly scheduled meeting of Council held at 9:00 a.m., on December 16, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the Township of Lake of Bays Municipal Offices, Dwight, Ontario.

Attendance Mayor Robert Young Councillors Robert Lacroix Nancy Tapley Terry Glover Ruth McEachern Ross Shane Baker (left at 12:30 p.m.) Virginia (Ginny) Burgess Chief Administrative Officer Michelle Percival Treasurer Tom Gefucia Superintendent of Public Works Steve Peace Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Carrie Sykes Planner Stefan Szczerbak Director of Building & By-law Stephen Watson Services Deputy Clerk Samantha Woods Township Solicitor Harold Elston (left at 11:00 a.m.)

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. on December 16, 2014 by Mayor Young.

(a) Council Meeting Agenda - December 16, 2014

Resolution # 1(a)/12/16/14

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council Meeting Agenda dated December 16, 2014 be adopted as circulated.

Carried

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2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & GENERAL NATURE THEREOF Nil

3. DEPUTATION/DELEGATIONS

(a) Peter Sale, Chair Muskoka Watershed Council Re: Championing Watershed Health

Mr. Sale provided members of Council an update on the Muskoka Watershed Council and highlighted the following:  District and Community Responsibilities;  Funding for programs and memberships;  Composition and purpose of Executive Committee;  Major Accomplishments;  New “Living in Cottage Country” handbook; and  Top objectives for 2015.

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Sale for his presentation and update to Council on the Muskoka Watershed Council.

(b) Colleen Nisbet, Director of Clinical Service Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) Re: Achieving Better Health in Lake of Bays

Ms. Nisbet presented the following information to members of Council:  Impact of the public health movement;  Social determinants of health;  2014 Board of Health members;  Request that municipalities include public health policy in their strategic plans (ie. Food access and security, poverty, housing, air quality, active transportation and alcohol);  Need for food charters; and  Socio-demographic groups affected in Simcoe and Muskoka.

Mayor Young thanked Ms. Nisbet for bringing forward different ways to achieve better health in Lake of Bays.

(c) Leo Longo, Aird & Berlis LLP Bob Hutcheson, Owner John Gallagher, Planner Re: Staff Report - Original Shore/Road Allowance Land Acquisition Fees

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Mr. Longo, solicitor representing Mr. Bob Hutcheson presented the following information to Council:  Having a set fee for land valuation is not lawful in the User Fee By-law and requested Council remove it;  Agreed with staff recommendation to revise the $1.00 per square foot for all lakes;  Requested that Council consider other factors when determining land value of a shore road allowance, as set out in the submission;  Comparing these proposed Original Shore Road Allowance valuations to those of other municipalities within the District of

Muskoka is not justifiable; and

 Only linear foot measurements make sense and is in line with MPAC values.

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Longo for his delegation and requested that should he have further information to please submit it to the Clerk's Department.

11. CLOSED SESSION/BUSINESS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION

Resolution #11(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Baker and Councillor Lacroix

BE IT RESOLVED THAT in accordance with Section 239, (1), (2), and (3.1) of the Municipal Act, c.25, S.O. 2001, as amended, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays will convene in Closed Session at 9:40 a.m. for discussion regarding:

(c) Corporate Services - Hutcheson  Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

Carried

Resolution # 11(e)(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reconvene at 10:00 a.m. in Open Session and report matters discussed in Closed Session.

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Carried

3. DEPUTATION/DELEGATIONS

(d) Jason Bevan, Senior Consultant Hemson Consulting Limited Re: Development Charges Update *Discussed under Treasurer*

4. CONSENT AGENDA

Items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine, an enacted in one motion. However, any Council member may request one or more items to be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and/or action. Each and every matter of business contained in the Consent Agenda is recorded separately in the minutes of the meeting.

Resolution # 4/12/16/14

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reviewed the Consent Agenda consisting of various proposed resolutions/by-laws; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mayor and Council approve and adopt the recommendations contained in the Consent Agenda dated December 16, 2014 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.

Carried

(a) Council Meeting Minutes - October 14, 2014 and December 2, 2014

Resolution # 4(a)/12/16/14

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council Meeting Minutes dated October 14, 2014 and December 2, 2014 be adopted as circulated.

Carried

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(b) Lake of Bays Library Board Meeting Minutes - September 29, 2014 and October 27, 2014

Resolution # 4(b)/12/16/14

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the Lake of Bays Library Board Meeting Minutes dated September 29, 2014 and October 27, 2014.

Carried

Resolution # 4(c)/12/16/14

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the Lake of Bays Fire Department - Fire Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes dated November 11, 2014.

Carried

(d) Community Emergency Management Program Committee Meeting Minutes - September 24, 2014

Resolution # 4(d)/12/16/14

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the Community Emergency Management Program Committee Meeting Minutes dated September 24, 2014.

Carried

(e) 2014 Beach Reporting History

Resolution # 4(e)/12/16/14

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

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BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report "2014 Beach Reporting History", dated December 16th, 2014.

Carried

(f) Sale of Original Shore/Road Allowance - Declaration of Surplus Lands:  OSRA File No. 13-61 (Gismondi); and  ORA File No. 13-62 (O’Brien)

Mayor Young opened the floor for this portion of the public meeting. Mr. Henry McClelland of 4159 Highway 117, Baysville commented that ORA File No. 13-62 (O’Brien) did not meet the requirements under the Official Plan.

Staff noted a staff report was presented to Council on December 10, 2013 recommending denial. Mr. O’Brien appeared as a delegation at that same meeting and advised Council that all of his structures were located on the Original Road Allowance (ORA) and due to terrain, public could not use the ORA to access Lake of Bays. Council granted preliminary approval for the application to proceed.

Resolution # 4(f)/12/16/14

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report " Sale of Original Shore/Road Allowance - Declaration of Surplus Lands: • OSRA File No. 13-61 (Gismondi); and • ORA File No. 13-62 (O’Brien)", dated December 16, 2014;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays declares the following Township owned real property to be surplus:

 the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 4, Concession 8, former Township of Ridout, now Township of Lake of Bays, District Municipality of Muskoka, being Part 1 on Plan 35R-24651 (Gismondi - 030-003-08300 - Ridout – 3-1170 Shoe Lake Road – Shoe Lake); and

 the original road allowance lying between Lot 1, Concession A, former Township of Franklin and Lot 35, Concession A, former Township of Ridout, now Township of Lake of Bays, District Municipality of Muskoka, being Part 2 on Plan 35R-24628 (O’Brien - 010-019-07400 & 030-014-06600 - Franklin & Ridout – 16 Rabbit Bay–Lake of Bays)

Carried

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(g) By-law 2014-163, being a by-law for the purpose of closing that part of the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 4, in Concession 8, of the former Township of Ridout, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Part 1 on Plan 35R- 24651(Gismondi)(030-003-08300)(Ridout)(3-1170 Shoe Lake Road)

By-law 2014-163 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(h) By-law 2014-170, being a by-law for the purpose of closing that part of the original road allowance between Lot 1, Concession A, former Township of Franklin, and Lot 35, Concession A, former Township of Ridout, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Part 2 on Plan 35R-24628 (O’Brien)(010- 019-07400 & 030-014-06600)(Franklin/Ridout)(16 Rabbit Bay)

By-law 2014-170 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

5. TENDERS Nil

6. REPORTS AND BY- LAWS

(a) PLANNER

(i) Economic Development Activity Report (October)

Resolution # 6(a)(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Economic Development Activity Report (October)”, dated December 16, 2014.

Carried

(ii) Economic Development Activity Report (November)

Resolution # 6(a)(ii)/12/16/14

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Councillor Tapley and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Economic Development Activity Report (November)”, dated December 16, 2014.

Carried

(b) SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

(i) Termination of Winter Maintenance

Resolution # 6(b)(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Glover

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Termination of Winter Maintenance Services” dated December 16, 2014.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays select Option 1. Continue to plow the roads listed in Table B that are shown as plowed and amend the 2001 policy to reflect current operations. Table B Current Winter Maintenance Practices Cost Breakdown

Road Name Section Plowing Cost Savings Current

# Time Tandem $112.12 per hr. Status (in minutes) One Ton $56.32 per hr. Marina Road* 139021 15 14.08 Plowed Pineridge Road 137221 10 18.69 Plowed Herman’s Road 116021 10 18.69 Plowed Seabreeze Road 103131 45 0 No Hillside Crescent 201531 15 0 No W. Oxbow Road 217031 15 0 No Tasso Lake Road 222121 20 37.37 Plowed Kenny Road No 15 0 No Number

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Road Name Section Plowing Cost Savings Current

# Time Tandem $112.12 per hr. Status (in minutes) One Ton $56.32 per hr. James Point Road 324421 20 37.37 Plowed

Tackaberry Road 423051 15 28.03 Plowed

Moot Lake Road* 424022 30 28.16 Plowed

BaysvilleTerrace 456051 15 28.03 Plowed

* Indicates the roads/parking areas that are plowed with a 1 ton truck

Carried

(d) FIRE CHIEF Nil

(e) DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES

(i) Original Shore/Road Allowance Land Acquisition Fees

Resolution # 6(e)(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Glover

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Original Shore/Road Allowance Land Acquisition Fees” dated December 16th, 2014.

AND WHEREAS Council adopted By-law 2013-062 on June 4th, 2013 amending the land acquisition purchase price to $1.00 per square foot to become effective on September 3rd, 2013, which was consolidated into User Fee By-law 2013-152 on December 10th, 2013;

AND WHEREAS Council has received feedback with respect to the $1.00 per square foot and the financial impact it has on properties located on small and medium sized lakes in the municipality and has deemed it necessary to review the land

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acquisition fees;

AND WHEREAS staff has conducted a thorough analysis on the land acquisition rates and recommends that the rates for small and medium sized lakes be reduced and that the Lake Category costing model from the Township’s Development Permit By-law 04-180 be reinstated;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Township of Lake of Bays User Fee By-law be amended to reflect the revised land acquisition fees as follows:

 Category 3 – small lakes & rivers, being 7 to 69 hectares - $0.50 $0.40 per sq.ft.  Category 2 – medium lakes & rivers, being 70 to 350 hectares - $0.75 per sq.ft.  Category 1 – large lakes & rivers, being greater than 350 hectares - $1.00 sq.ft.

Carried

(ii) Revisions to User Fee By-law

Resolution # 6(e)(ii)/12/16/14

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Revisions to User Fee By-law” dated December 16th, 2014.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays approves the adoption of By-law 2014-165, being a by-law to establish fees and charges on persons for payment of municipal services, activities and use of municipal property to become effective January 1st, 2015.

Carried

(iii) By-law 2014-165, being a by-law to establish fees and charges on persons for payment of municipal services, activities and use of municipal property

By-law 2014-165 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

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(iv) By-law 2014-171, being a by-law to authorize the civil marriage solemnization in the Province of Ontario (Thomas Brown)

By-law 2014-171 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(f) DEPUTY CLERK

(i) By-law 2014-166, being a by-law to appoint a Deputy Mayor (Nancy Tapley)

By-law 2014-166 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(ii) By-law 2014-164 being a by-law to establish committees and appoint Council representation to various committees within the Township of Lake of Bays

By-law 2014-164 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(iii) By-law 2014-167, being a by-law to appoint members to the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays Public Library Board

By-law 2014-167 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(g) CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

(i) By-law 2014-173, being a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays and Dorset Community Partnership Fund (Dorset Community Health Care Hub)

By-law 2014-173 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed. A short break was held from 11:20 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(h) TREASURER

(v) Delegation: Jason Bevan, Senior Consultant Hemson Consulting Limited Re: Development Charges Update

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Mr. Jason Bevan of Hemson Consulting Limited provided a presentation to Council with respect to the proposed development charges by-law and background study

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Bevan for his presentation

7. COMMUNICATION ITEMS AND PETITIONS

(f) Brad and Sharon Feaver re: Licence of Occupation Fees

Resolution # 7(f)/12/16/14

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the correspondence from Brad and Sharon Feaver re: Licence of Occupation Fees

Carried

Resolution # 7(f)(i)/12/16/14

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays recess at 12:30 p.m. to reconvene in one hour.

Carried

Councillor Baker left the meeting at 12:30 p.m.

Resolution # 7(f)(ii)/12/16/14

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reconvenes at 1:35 p.m.

Carried

6. REPORTS AND BY-LAWS

(h) TREASURER (cont’d)

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(i) By-law 2014-168, being a by-law to provide for an Interim Tax Levy

By-law 2014-168 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(ii) By-law 2014-169, being a by-law to designate persons authorized to sign cheques issued by the municipality

By-law 2014-169 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(iii) By-law 2014-172, being a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign an agreement between the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Township of Lake of Bays (Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund)

By-law 2014-172 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

(iv) Statement of Financial Activities for the Ten Months Ending October 31, 2014

Resolution # 6(h)(iv)/12/16/14

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Statement of Financial Activities for the Ten Months Ending October 31, 2014”, dated December 16, 2014.

Carried

7. COMMUNICATION ITEMS AND PETITIONS (cont’d)

(a) Howard Rosenthal re: User Fee By-law review dated November 24, 2014 and December 10, 2014

Resolution # 7(a)/12/16/14

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives correspondence from

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Howard Rosenthal re: User Fee By-law review dated November 24, 2014 and December 10, 2014.

Carried

(b) Elizabeth Lomax, re: Support of Howard Rosenthal's comments on User Fee By-law

Resolution # 7(b)/12/16/14

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives correspondence from Elizabeth Lomax, re: Support of Howard Rosenthal's comments on User Fee By-law.

Carried

Resolution # 7(c)/12/16/14

Councillor Glover and Councillor Burgess

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives Resolution #2014-143 from the Township of Pelee;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays supports, in principle, the Township of Pelee, Resolution #2014-143 with respect to the new OPP billing model to take effect on January 1, 2015.

Carried

(d) Township of Muskoka Lakes re: Request for Support - Ban on the Use of Neonicotinoids Resolution

Resolution # 7(d)/12/16/14

Councillor Glover and Councillor Burgess

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the correspondence and Resolution # COW-12-16- 16/09/14 from the Township of Muskoka Lakes, re: Request for

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Support - Ban on the Use of Neonicotinoids Resolution, dated October 20, 2014.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays supports the resolution passed by the Council of the Town of Grand Valley on June 24, 2014, requesting the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food to impose an immediate ban on the use of neonicotinoids which has a link to the decline in the bee population.

Carried

(e) Township of Muskoka Lakes re: Request for Support - Hospital Care for Our Future Generations Resolution

Resolution # 7(e)/12/16/14

Councillor Glover and Councillor Burgess

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives correspondence re: Request for Support - Hospital Care for Our Future Generations Resolution and Resolution C-28- 17/10/14 from the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

AND WHEREAS Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) has been working for several months to envision Hospital Care for Our Future Generations;

AND WHEREAS the planning work that is underway involves the creation of a Master Program which focuses on how programs and services will change in the future (at 5, 10, 20 years) and a Master Plan which identifies the physical space needed in the future (at 25 and 50 years), where and how services will be located, and describes the different stages of development;

AND WHEREAS, MAHC has indicated that community engagement, feedback and support is critical to the process of determining future plans;

NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays requests as follows:

1. That the Board of Directors of Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) be requested to ensure that, prior to communicating the preferred option(s) for the long term delivery of hospital services

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in Muskoka to the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care and the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network, the preferred option(s) are presented to the people of Lake of Bays and the residents of the other communities in Muskoka for information purposes and feedback. 2. That the Board of Directors of Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) be requested to schedule future community consultations sessions on a date to afford the Town, Township and District Councils an opportunity to provide informed feedback to MAHC regarding the option(s) selected.

Carried

(f) Brad and Sharon Feaver re: Licence of Occupation Fees

Resolution #7(f)/12/16/14 passed before recess break

8. NOTICE OF MOTION Nil

9. MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL COUNCILLORS' REPORTS

(a) Councillor Tapley

Attended  Chamber of Commerce special meeting regarding passing a borrowing by-law  Dwight Lions Club Hunter's Supper  Dwight Christmas Social  Light Up Dwight - hosted by the Dwight Library well attended and the stores that stayed open saw a boost in business  Township Christmas Party

Update  Library has seen a large increase in attendance this past month  Rebecca Birnie and her husband Pat welcomed a baby boy - Welcomed Deirdre Skipper who is covering Rebecca's maternity leave

(b) Councillor Glover

Attended  Chamber's Presidents Ball  Special Chamber Meeting at Hidden Valley

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 Economic Development meeting at Muskoka Surf Board  Joint volunteer/Economic Meeting in Baysville with Jennifer Pilon, Economic Development Coordinator  Remembrance Day Celebrations in Baysville  District sponsored Meet and Greet in Baysville  Santa Claus Parade

Update  A thank you to the decorating and Christmas party staff for the Lake of Bays party and the Inaugural party

Attended  September 13, 2014 - Huntsville/Lake of Bays Sport Council meeting in Huntsville  Economic Development meeting held at Muskoka Surf in Baysville  Baysville Community meeting  December 4, 2014 - Muskoka Trails Council brainstorming session at the District office  December 10, 2014 - Attended and served at the Baysville Meet and Greet Community Supper sponsored by the District Community Service department/group and Township at the Baysville Community Centre  December 14, 2014 - Marched in the Baysville Santa Claus Parade

(d) Mayor Young

District of Muskoka

District Chair elected- John Klinck

Review of Committee assignments  Each Councillor is responsible to report monthly on the Committees they are a member of as they will now be listed on the agenda under Mayor and Municipal Councillor’s Reports

Key issues at the District table  Gravenhurst Airport - 4 million to replace runway in May, however drainage underneath requires replacing;  Developing a wood lot - Muskoka Aircraft Refinishing - Fanshawe is looking at hosting a plane repainting school out of the hangers;  Ontario Community Infrastructure Funding o District of Muskoka will be receiving $528, 635 each year - these funds can be spent on Roads, Bridges, culverts,

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waste water/storm water system. o The District is proposing to allocate all the funds to waste water systems.

Nurse Practitioner Update  Building is now owned by the Dorset Community Partnership Fund;  Program is with the Muskoka Algonquin Health Team out of Huntsville who are negotiating an agreement with the Ministry. A contract should be coming forward January or February 2015; and  Looking to hire an implementation person (Donna Kerney).

ATV Private Members Bill  MPP Norm Miller tabled a private members bill which has received first reading;  Speaks to allowing Side by Sides.

Capital Budget Format  New format will be used this year for the budget process;  Specific fund amounts will be noted with an ‘x’ to alleviate companies bidding on a tender and proposal to know the exact amount budgeted for that work; and  Trial format for 2015.

Fibre Optic Cabling to Lake of Bays  SPY and Lakeland Networks are looking at running fibre to Dwight;  Lakeland Networks are currently installing fibre on the outskirts of Bracebridge;  1 GB/second internet service with 2 line home line telephone service for $100/month;  Vianet has applications for grant funding in Gravenhurst to run a private fibre network;  Nearest node point is Huntsville or planning one to Woodland Heights;  Woodland Heights to South Portage is only 8 kilometres;  Cables running underwater are being sought too;  SPY will dig a trench with a pipe and pull points rather than using Hydro Poles as the fee is $30/year/pole;  Is subscriber base big enough? Looking for interested parties.

10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

(a) Carl and Catherine Vorhies, Re: Request for Reduction or Waiver of Licence of Occupation Fees (1275 Ronville Road) (from September 16, 2014 Council meeting)

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(b) By-law to regulate the discharge of firearms and bows in the Township of Lake of Bays (from September 16, 2014 Council meeting)

11. CLOSED SESSION/BUSINESS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION

Resolution # 11(ii)/12/16/14

Councillor Glover and Councillor Burgess

(a) Building and By-law Services - Canning  Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

(b) Corporate Services - Wilgress  Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board

(d) Corporate Services - Closed Session Meeting Minutes  Regular Council - August 19, 2014  Council (Planning Matters) - December 9, 2014

Carried

Resolution # 11(d)/12/16/14

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Closed Session Meeting Minutes:  Regular Council – August 19, 2014  Council (Planning Matters) – December 9, 2014

as circulated.

Carried

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Resolution # 11(e)(ii)/12/16/14

Councillor Glover and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reconvene at 2:40 p.m. in Open Session and report matters discussed in Closed Session.

Carried

12. CONFIRMING BY- LAW

(a) By-law 2014-174, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council on December 16, 2014

By-law 2014-174 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

13. ADJOURNMENT

(a) Next Meeting - January 13, 2015

Resolution # 13(a)/12/16/14

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Lacroix

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby adjourns at 2:40 p.m. to meet again on January 13, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, Dwight, Ontario.

Carried

Mayor Clerk

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The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays

Council Meeting - Tuesday, January 20, 2015 MINUTES

There was a regularly scheduled meeting of Council held at 9:00 a.m., on January 20, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the Township of Lake of Bays Municipal Offices, Dwight, Ontario.

Attendance Mayor Robert Young Councillors Robert Lacroix Nancy Tapley Terry Glover Ruth McEachern Ross Shane Baker Virginia (Ginny) Burgess Chief Administrative Officer Michelle Percival Treasurer Tom Gefucia Superintendent of Public Works Steve Peace Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Carrie Sykes Planner Stefan Szczerbak Director of Building & By-law Services Stephen Watson Deputy Clerk Samantha Woods Facilities Supervisor Morris Bryant (left at 12:30 p.m.)

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Mayor Young.

(a) Council Meeting Agenda - January 20, 2015

Resolution # 1(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council Meeting Agenda dated January 20, 2015 be adopted as amended as follows:

11. CLOSED SESSION/BUSINESS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION (b) Corporate Services - Hutcheson  Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Carried

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2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

Councillor Lacroix declared a potential disclosure of pecuniary interest with any budget discussions involving the libraries by reason of family relations, as well as:

7. COMMUNICATION ITEMS AND PETITIONS (c) Ben Boivin, Knights of Columbus re: Request for Merchandise

as he is a member of the same organization.

3. DEPUTATION/DELEGATIONS

(a) Leo F. Longo, Aird & Berlis LLP Re: Request for Reduction of Land Acquisition Fee to purchase Original Shore Road Allowance on Dotty Lake (Hutcheson)

Mr. Leo Longo presented the following on behalf of his client Mr. Hutcheson:  An 'Outline of Additional Oral Submissions" was received and is the main focus of this delegation;  The current User Fee By-law 2014-165 would result in Mr. Hutcheson paying $1,234,779 for his nine Original Shore Road Allowances (OSRA);  MPAC is suggesting there is no market value increase for 8 of the 9 lots in question and has indicated that the increases in market value for the 9 properties is no more than $5,000 when the OSRA is purchased  There was no consultation with real estate appraisers or realtors as it was felt that MPAC is the governments independent agency;  Council usually deals with applications that involve a lot having 200 feet of frontage. Mr. Hutcheson has 28,000 running feet of frontage for all 9 properties;  Can provide MPAC letter to the Clerk if so requested;  Current policy allows property owners with larger OSRA's fronting their property to purchase a minimum of 500 feet of the total OSRA, however, Mr. Hutcheson wants to ensure there are no abutting lands and to be able to say the lands extend to the water's edge; and  Requesting, on a without prejudice basis, a reduction of the total acquisition "fee" for the nine properties to be fixed at $123,479.00 which is 10% of the current user by-law.

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Resolution # 3(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to consider the factors presented in the delegation provided by Mr. Leo Longo, solicitor for Mr. Bob Hutcheson on January 20th, 2015, re: Request for Reduction of Land Acquisition Fee to purchase Original Shore Road Allowance on Dotty Lake (Hutcheson) and report back to Council.

Carried

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Longo for his presentation to Council and advised staff will notify when the report will be brought forward.

(b) Dave Drobitch, Manager of Parks, Recreation & Trails Township of Algonquin Highlands Re: Haliburton Highlands Water Trails 2015 Fees

Mr. Drobitch reviewed the Haliburton Highlands Water Trails (HHWT) program with committee and the proposed increase to rates and fees.

Resolution # 3(b)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receivesthe staff report “Haliburton Highlands Water Trails Rates and Fees”, dated January 20,2015.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the proposed fees for 2015 and adopts theHaliburton Highlands Water Trails Rates and Fees by- law.

Carried

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Drobitch for his update on the HHWT program.

(c) Jan McDonald, President Algonquin Cooperative Development Corporation Re: Request for Youth Funding (Indoor Soccer Program)

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Ms. McDonald and Mr. Drobitch presented the following to Council:  Algonquin Cooperative Development Corporation is a not for profit organization that supports all of the activities for youth, adults and seniors in Algonquin Highlands and Lake of Bays;  Request for $1,000 funding towards an indoor youth soccer program;  Floor at Dorset Recreation Centre required repair in 2014 which prevented the Indoor soccer program from moving forward;  Charlie Scott-Field will be the head coach and running the program at the Recreation Centre;  Support was received from the Algonquin Highlands Township Council on January 15, 2015 and the insurance will be covered by Algonquin Highlands with the use of the facility;  Designed to be a three year program;  Anticipating 25-30 kids ranging in ages 6-15 years, both boys and girls;  Only youth program offered in Dorset at this time;  Implementation of the program is anticipated for Spring 2015.

Mayor Young thanked Ms. McDonald and Mr. Drobitch for their continued support in organizing sport for youth within the Township. He also advised that the resolution will be reviewed once the Budget had been discussed under the Treasurer of this agenda.

(d) Danielle VanEyck, President Leanne Webster, Vice President Dwight Winter Carnival Re: Request for Youth Funding Application (Dwight Winter Carnival)

Ms. VanEyck and Ms. Webster presented the following to Council:  The 2015 Dwight Winter Carnival (DWC) is taking place on Family Day weekend - February 14-15, 2015, which is earlier than in years past, however this is to avoid conflicting events with other Winter Carnivals and radar runs;  Celebrating 45 years in 2015;  The 2015 DWC is scheduled to include: o North Bay snowmobile ski run at Dwight Bay; o Fleming Logger sports; o Yuk Yuk's comedy show; o Mad Science Children's Educational Show; o Drumming Circle; o Princess Paige Show; o Sleigh Rides; o Elephant Thoughts - gyroscopes and body zorbes in a boarded rink; o Archery demonstration provided by Gord Shields;

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 This year is the first year for a two day event;  Applied for a Celebrate Ontario grant in October, decision will be announced in March and if approved those funds will apply to the 2016 DWC;

Mayor Young thanked Ms. VanEyck and Ms. Webster for their continued support for this community event. It was noted that the resolution will be reviewed once the Budget had been discussed under the Treasurer of this agenda.

(e) Michael Lang P.Eng., Manager, Transportation Engineering D.M. Wills Associates Re: 2014 Roads Need Study *Discussed under Reports - Superintendent of Public Works

4. CONSENT AGENDA

Resolution # 4/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reviewed the Consent Agenda consisting of various proposed resolutions/by-laws; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mayor and Council approve and adopt the recommendations contained in the Consent Agenda dated January 20, 2015 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.

Carried

(a) Lake of Bays Library Board Meeting Minutes - November 24, 2014

Resolution # 4(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the Lake of Bays Library Board Meeting Minutes dated November 24, 2014.

Carried

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(b) Summary of Delegation of Powers - Fourth Quarter (October to December 2014)

Resolution # 4(b)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report “Summary of Delegation of Powers – Fourth Quarter (October to December 2014)”, dated January 20th, 2015.

Carried

Resolution # 4(c)/01/20/15

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report “Summary of Water Tests Results - Fourth Quarter (October to December 2014)”, dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

(d) By-law Enforcement Quarterly Call Out Report (October to December 2014)

Resolution # 4(d)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “By-law Enforcement Quarterly Call Out Report (October to December, 2014)” dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

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(e) Building Report - Fourth Quarter (October to December 2014)

Resolution # 4(e)/01/20/15

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report "Building Report - Fourth Quarter (October to December 2014), dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

(f) Economic Development Activity Report (December)

Resolution # 4(f)/01/20/15

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Economic Development Activity Report (December)”, dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

(g) By-law 2015-008, being a by-law for the establishment and regulation of camping permits and their rates and fees to be collected through the Haliburton Highlands Water Trails Program (HHWT)

By-law 2015-008 was read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

5. TENDERS Nil

6. REPORTS AND BY- LAWS

(a) PLANNER Nil

(b) SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

(ii) Delegation: Michael Lang P.Eng., Manager, Transportation Engineering D.M. Wills Associates

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Re: 2014 Roads Need Study

Mr. Lang presented the 2014 Roads Needs Study for the Township of Lake of Bays and highlighted the variances from 2010 to present.

Mayor Young thanked Mr. Lang for his report.

(i) 2014 Roads Needs Study

Resolution # 6(b)(i)/01/20/15

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

WHEREAS Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report "2014 Roads Needs Study" dated January 20, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the 2014 Roads Needs Study completed by D.M. Wills and Associates Ltd., as Appendix 'A'.

Carried

A short break was held from 10:25 am - 10:35 a.m.

(iii) By-law for the Classification of Roads

Resolution # 6(b)(iii)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

WHEREAS Council receives the staff report "By-law for the Classification of Roads", dated January 20, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays rescind By-law #12-26 and replace it with By-law 2015-007, being a by-law to classify municipal highways for maintenance purposes.

Carried

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(iv) By-law 2015-007, being a by-law to classify local municipal highways for maintenance purposes.

By-law 2015-007 was read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

(d) FIRE CHIEF

Chief Administrative Officer presented the following report on behalf of the Fire Chief.

(i) Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Forest Fire Management Agreement Report

Resolution # 6(d)(i)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Lacroix

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives staff report “Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) - Forest Fire Management Agreement”, dated January 20, 2015

AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays deems it expedient to enter into a Forest Fire Management Agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to assist with protecting Crown Land within the municipality;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign by-law 2015-009, to enter into an agreement with MNRF for a period of 4 years starting April 1, 2015

Carried

(ii) By-law 2015-009, being a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement between the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays

By-law 2015-009 was read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

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(e) DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES

(i) Accessible Elections - Municipal Elections Act

Resolution # 6(e)(i)/01/20/15

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Accessible Elections – Municipal Elections Act”, dated January 20th, 2015.

Carried

(f) DEPUTY CLERK Nil

(g) CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Nil

(h) TREASURER

(i) By-law 2015-006, being a by-law to authorize borrowing from time to time to meet current expenditures during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2015.

By-law 2015-006 was read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

(ii) Statement of Financial Activities for the Eleven Months Ending November 30, 2014

Treasurer noted a projected full year surplus of $85,388 at November 30, 2014. This is translated to a surplus of $391,999 on a PSAB basis.

Resolution # 6(h)(ii)/01/20/15

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Statement of Financial Activities for the Eleven Months Ending November 30, 2014”, dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

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(iii) 2015 Budget - B1 Budget Operations (Draft 1)

A brief overview was conducted.

Councillor Lacroix having previously declared a disclosure of pecuniary interests with any budget discussions involving: library by reason of family relations left Council Chambers at 11:10 a.m. and returned at 11:15 a.m.

Mayor Young postponed tabling the resolution until all budget discussions during this meeting were held.

(iv) 2015 Budget - C1 Capital Budget 2015-2024 (Draft 1)

The Treasurer noted the following information received from the Fire Chief:

The 300,000 budgeted for the replacement of a fire truck which was originally planned to be placed at Port Cunnington and the Port Cunnington truck relocated to Interlaken fire station can be removed at this time until the Port Cunnington truck requires replacement for the following reasons:  The older truck located at the Interlaken fire station has become an issue due to: o Difficulty finding replacement parts due to its age; o The steel water tank has been repaired many times due to rusting, if it begins to leak it is unlikely that it will be repairable; o The tank cannot be replaced as it is part of the structure of the truck.  The existing Port Cunnington truck will continue to serve us for another 4-7 years at its existing location;  Overall number of fire calls continue to decrease in Lake of Bays;  Multiple fire stations report to a fire so that a proper size working crew is established;  The elimination of the Interlaken pumper will not affect response times to assemble a proper working crew at any fire scene;  The Interlaken pumper will not affect insurance rates in the Interlaken area as the Fire Underwriters Survey are already listing this area as unprotected due to the available staffing and response times.

The Facilities Supervisor presented the following information:

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Norway Point East Docks $150,000 allocated in the 2015 budget for complete replacement:  Constructed in 1988 with cement cribbing;  An estimate was received to remove the east docks entirelyfor $99,000.  Repairs can be done this year however, major work will be required in the next 4-5 years.  Must replace 16 feet out from the shoreline this year in order to keep them safe and usable;  Steel piles had been suggested however ice flow could damage easily;  Removal of front pieces will render the remainder unusable due to depth of water;  Cribs must be removed enough so no navigational hazard is posed;  Removal and replacement of the fingers off the dock first and then start repairs on the remainder and work back towards shore;

Dwight Docks  Two floating docks to extend the birthing at the Dwight dock;  To be located off the side;  Bigwin docking requirements would need to be established prior to two floating docks installed;

Discussion was held on the following items:  Whether Golf Course Road could be moved from the 2016 budget and moved to the 2015 & 2016 budget;  Harp Lake Road was indicated in the Roads Need Study as a “Now” need and whether could coordinate the repairs with Huntsville.;  Increasing the number of kilometres of re-gravelling on low volume roads to catch up on repair.

(v) 2015 Budget - N1 Notes to Budget (Draft 1)

The Treasurer gave a brief summary of the new initiatives:

 Office Expansion Consultant $20,000  Consolidation of Fire Services - Consultant $20,000  Garages and Yards Modernization and $20,000 Consolidation - Consultant  Public Works - Summer Staff $25,743  Council Chamber Sound System $30,000  Economic Development - Operations $7,000  Dorset Community Health Hub $25,000

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 Planning - Review of Municipal Parks and Land $30,000  Planning - Youth Program Grants $5,000  Signage $1,500  Vision Session - Customer Service $10,000

The Treasurer continued the brief summary of the Library new initiatives:

 Dwight Library Carpet and Paint $26,400  Library Board - Children and Adult Programming $5,000  Library Board - Collection Increase $5,000

A lunch break was held from 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Mayor Young conducted an overview of each section of the Budget indicating the proposed changes.

Resolution # 3(c)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays approves the request for youth funding submitted by the Algonquin Cooperative Development Corporation for the Indoor Soccer Program in the amount of $1,000.

Carried

Resolution # 3(d)/01/20/15

Councillor Baker and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays approves the request for youth funding submitted by Dwight Winter Carnival in the amount of $2,000.

Carried

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Resolution # 6(h)(vi)(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays directs staff to bring a Dwight Dock extension report for the SS Bigwin to the next meeting.

Carried

Resolution # 6(h)(v)/01/20/15

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report "2015 Budget - N1 Notes to Budget", dated January 20, 2015.

 Include consultant studies for office expansion and $40,000 Public Works garages but when tendering, request incremental cost for Fire Stations

 Include use of student summer staff in Public Works $25,743

 Provide costs for components of the proposed new sound system

 Include the amount for Economic Development Operations and fund from reserves ($7,000)

 Include Dorset Community Health Hub $25,000

 Include the review of parks and lands if it can be funded from Development Charges and Parks Reserve

 Include Youth Program Grants for $8,000 with $3,000 $8,000 for requests today

 Include signage for $1,500 $1,500

 Include Vision Session - Customer Service $10,000

 Staff to report on cost to paint Dwight Library on a stand alone basis

 Include Child and Adult Programming for Libraries $5,000

 Include collection increase at Libraries $5,000

Carried

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Resolution # 6(h)(iv)/01/20/15

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Burgess

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receive the staff report "2015 Budget - C1 Capital Budget 2015-2024", dated January 20, 2015.

 Staff to provide a multiyear plan to remove the Norway Point East docks while repairing for safety;  Staff to talk to Huntsville re: Harp Lake Road re: coordination of repairs;  Staff to report back on inclusion of Golf Course Road in 2015 and for 2016;  Staff to review re-gravelling program for low volume roads for up to $100,000;  Staff to remove fire truck from Capital Budget.

Carried

Resolution # 6(h)(iii)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report "2015 Budget - B1 Budget Operations", dated January 20, 2015.

Carried

7. COMMUNICATION ITEMS AND PETITIONS

(a) Ian Smith, 2015 Baysville WinterFest re: Request for Waiver of Rental Fees

Resolution # 7(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Glover and Councillor Tapley

WHEREAS the Council receives correspondence from Ian Smith, 2015 Baysville WinterFest re: Request for Waiver of Rental Fees.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays approves/denies the waiver of rental fee

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for the Lake of Bays Community Centre for February 15 and 16, 2015 for the Baysville WinterFest.

Carried

(b) Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit re: New Smoke-Free Ontario Act Regulations effective January 1, 2015

Resolution # 7(b)/01/20/15

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives correspondence from Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit re: New Smoke-Free Ontario Act Regulations effective January 1, 2015.

Carried

Councillor Lacroix having previously declared a disclosure of pecuniary interests as he is a member of the Knights of Columbus left Council Chambers at 3:15 p.m. and returned at 3:18 p.m.

Resolution # 7(c)/01/20/15

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the request for merchandise from Mr. Ben Boivin, representative of the Huntsville Knights of Columbus;

AND WHEREAS the Knights of Columbus is a charitable catholic men's service club that annually holds a Hockey Tournament in Huntsville that hosts 24 teams of approximately 400 novice and atom players from across the province;

AND WHEREAS all the proceeds from the tournament will go towards the club's charitable contributions and projects in Huntsville;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the donation of merchandise not to exceed $700.00 for the 3rd annual Huntsville Knights of Columbus Novice/Atom Hockey Tournament on March 20 to 22, 2015, with funding from youth funding grant.

Carried

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8. NOTICE OF MOTION

Resolution # 8(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Glover

WHEREAS annual events designated by Council resolution that are held by a community group or organization which enhance tourism, civic pride and provide economic benefit to the community can receive relief from applicable fees and charges as set out in the Township User Fee By-law;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays approves the following annual events to receive the “Community Event” designation:

 Baysville Arts & Crafts Festival  Baysville Santa Claus Parade  Baysville Walkabout  Concerts on the Dock  Dwight Farmers Market  Dwight Winter Carnival  HOLD Canada Day Celebration  Lake of Bays Antique Boat & Classic Car Show  Lake of Bays Fire Department Fireworks

Carried

9. MAYOR AND MUNICIPAL COUNCILLORS' REPORTS

(b) Councillor Baker

Fire Advisory Committee - Update  Amendments to volunteer health spending account.

District Public Works Committee - Update  2014 Budget exceeded by approximately 1 million dollars, 60% increased winter maintenance, 40% summer storm damage (such as Brunel Road washout) this is funded by the District reserve fund.

Muskoka Watershed Council (MWC) - Update  New Director - Christy Doyle, will commence work late in January  Friends of Watershed Council membership campaign in 2015

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 Distributed Friends of the Watershed Council annual membership forms to Council should they wish to become a member.

Baysville Cemetery - No Update

District Committees - No Update

Other Updates  January 14, 2015 - Councillor Glover and Councillor Lacroix attended Affordable Housing Forum, Baysville and noted the following: o Susan Lovell , YWCA & Heather Moore, District of Muskoka & Alan Krude from Habitat for Humanity presented; o Habitat for Humanity would love to construct a home in the Township of Lake of Bays; and o Grants are available through the District Municipality of Muskoka - $15,000 grant - if building a home under $235,000 (not on the water) and household income less than $70,000.

(d) Councillor Tapley

Community Emergency Management Program Committee - No Update

Heritage Advisory Committee - Update  Currently advertising for committee membership for the next term of Council.  First meeting is scheduled for March 10th, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.

(e) Councillor Burgess

Chamber of Commerce Committee - Update  Now a Director on the Board;  Board of Directors Meeting - Tuesday, January 13, 2015 was unable to attend and have not received minutes to date;  Next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2015; and  Annual General Meeting - Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 5:30 pm at Royal Canadian Legion, Huntsville

(f) Councillor Ross

Library Board - No Update

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Paint Lake Cemetery - No Update

Other Updates  Work has begun on the Nurse Practitioners Station. Demolish on the interior began the second week of January.  Algonquin Highlands Township approved funding for the nurse practitioners station for $20,000.

(g) Councillor Glover

Andrew Daniels Fish Stewardship - No Update  A large report was received from Mr. Daniels and Councillor Glover will be updating Council at a future meeting.

(a) Mayor Young

Hospitals (South Muskoka Memorial Hospital & Huntsville District Memorial Hospital)  7,600 surgeries for 2013-2014  Lost $3 million in funding as they do not meet one of the many volume usage standards;  Just exceed the levels that would allow them to be considered “small or rural” hospitals;  Total operating budget is $75 million;  Capital needs are approximately $13 million;  Surgery on the weekends is currently split between the two hospitals, alternating weekends;  20 year process to get a new hospital;  Evaluation tools criteria: o Patient and Family Centered Care o Design o Construction o Financial o Approvals o Community Support  Model Results Summary indicate that no one scenario (one acute care site/acute ambulatory site/two acute care sites) stands out over the other; and  A new hospital would likely cost $400 million, 24% of those funds must be raised in the community ($96 million) which is common practice.

District  A number of new members around the District Council table.

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District Airport  Runway resurfacing project now realizes the drainage will need to be replaced. Estimated cost is $4.5 million;  $2 million in District reserves - the remainder will have come from internal debt;  The Woodlot project- o Muskoka Aircraft Refinishing (MAR)- contains two hangers and is located next to a woodlot (3 acres) owned by the District of Muskoka; o MAR would like to purchase the woodlot; o The District of Muskoka has offered to undertake a redevelopment of the woodlot, costing $2.25 million that would allow the land to be shovel ready for the purchaser; o $1.5 million in grants were received by the District of Muskoka to undertake the redevelopment; o $800,000 remaining to be funded, however sale of the land is estimated at only $560,000; o MAR is stated the expansion will create 20 new jobs; and o Project received approval from the District of Muskoka.

Dorset Health Hub  CAO, Mayor, Collin Reaney and Rick Williams from the District of Muskoka met with the CEO of the Algonquin Family Health Team (AFHT) to discuss details;  AFHT received their first draw toward the nurse practioner stations this month;  Will be receiving construction plans along with what is required to be installed for the nurse practitioner station;  Challenges due to the age of the building; and  Progressing well

10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

(a) Carl and Catherine Vorhies, Re: Request for Reduction or Waiver of Licence of Occupation Fees (1275 Ronville Road) (from September 16, 2014 Council meeting)

(b) By-law to regulate the discharge of firearms and bows in the Township of Lake of Bays (from September 16, 2014 Council meeting)

11. CLOSED SESSION/BUSINESS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION

Resolution # 11/01/20/15

Councillor Glover and Councillor Tapley

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(a) Public Works - Roads Information Session - To be postponed until the planning meeting of Council on February 10, 2015.

 The meeting is held for the purpose of educating and training the members.

(b) Corporate Services - Hutcheson  Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Carried

Resolution # 11(c)/01/20/15

Councillor Burgess and Councillor Tapley

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays reconvene at 4:25 p.m. in Open Session and report matters discussed in Closed Session.

Carried

Mayor Young reconvened the meeting in open session and advised that Council received advice subject to solicitor-client priveledge with respect to the Hutcheson matter.

12. CONFIRMING BY- LAW

(a) By-law 2015-010, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council for on January 20, 2015

By-law 2015-010 was read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

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13. ADJOURNMENT

(a) Next Meeting - February 3, 2015

Resolution # 13(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Glover and Councillor Tapley

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby adjourns at 4:27 p.m. meet again on February 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, Dwight, Ontario.

Carried

Mayor Clerk

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The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays

Special Council Meeting - Tuesday, February 3, 2015 MINUTES

There was a special meeting of Council held at 7:00 p.m., on February 3, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the Township of Lake of Bays Municipal Offices, Dwight, Ontario with respect to the Development Charges By-law

Attendance Mayor Robert Young Councillors Robert Lacroix Nancy Tapley Terry Glover Ruth McEachern Ross Virginia (Ginny) Burgess Chief Administrative Officer Michelle Percival Treasurer Tom Gefucia Director of Corporate Carrie Sykes Services/Clerk

Regrets Councillor Shane Baker Superintendent of Public Works Steve Peace Planner Stefan Szczerbak Director of Building & By-law Stephen Watson Services

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - APPROVAL OF AGENDA The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. on February 3, 2015 by Mayor Young.

(a) Council Meeting Agenda - February 3, 2015

Resolution # 1(a)/02/03/15

Councillor Lacroix and Councillor Ross

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda dated February 3, 2015 be adopted as circulated.

Carried

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2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

(a) Councillor Lacroix declared a disclosure of pecuniary interest with respect to any discussions involving the libraries as a result of family relations.

3. DEPUTATION/DELEGATIONS

(a) Jason Bevan, Senior Consultant Hemson Consulting Limited Re: Development Charges Background Study and Draft By-law

Senior Consultant of Hemson Consulting Limited, Jason Bevan presented to Council the Development Charges background study and draft by-law.

Council discussed the Affordable Housing Deferral program and passed the following resolution making changes to payable amount permitted to be deferred.

Resolution # 3(a)/02/03/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Lacroix

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays directs staff to change the deferral program to a single threshold of $235,000 and that the program will collect the development charges and the applicant can request a refund of the fee upon proof of the value of the home for all residential housing.

Carried

Mayor Young opened the floor to the public for comments.

Henry McClelland of District Road 117 in Baysville stated that he thought the proposed decrease to the development charges was considerable and noted that it would be hard to do away with them in consideration of how they are used towards capital projects.

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Mayor Young advised that the proposed by-law would now come forward for adoption to either the February 17th or March 17th Council meeting.

4. CONFIRMING BY- LAW

(a) By-law 2015-011, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council on February 3, 2015

By-law 2015-011 was read a first, second and a third time and finally passed.

5. ADJOURNMENT

(a) Next Meeting - February 10, 2015

Resolution # 5(a)/02/03/15

Councillor Tapley and Councillor Glover

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby adjourns at 7:40 to meet again on February 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, Dwight, Ontario.

Carried

Mayor Clerk

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Joint Muskoka Councillor Orientation Session

MINUTES

Council members and senior staff members of The District Municipality of Muskoka, the Towns of Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Huntsville; and the Townships of Georgian Bay, Lake of Bays and Muskoka Lakes met in the Auditorium of the Bracebridge Sportsplex at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2015.

DISTRICT CHAIR AND COUNCILLORS:

District Chair J. Klinck and all other members of Muskoka Councils attended the session with the following exceptions (by area municipality):

Town of Bracebridge: Councillor R. Maloney

Town of Gravenhurst: No Councillor absences

Town of Huntsville: Councillors D. Schumacher, B. Stone, K. Terziano, B. Thompson, C. Zanetti

Township of Georgian Bay: Councillors P. Edwards, P. Wiancko

Township of Lake of Bays: Councillors G. Burgess, R. Ross

Township of Muskoka Lakes: Councillors L. Barrick-Spearn, D. Kruckel

SENIOR STAFF:

Members of all Senior Management Teams attended the session with the following exceptions (by area municipality):

District of Muskoka: No senior staff absences

Town of Bracebridge: No senior staff absences

Town of Gravenhurst: J. Reinhart

Town of Huntsville: No senior staff absences

Township of Georgian Bay: No senior staff absences

Township of Lake of Bays: No senior staff absences

Township of Muskoka Lakes: J. Krynicki, D. Pink

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CALL TO ORDER – DISTRICT CHAIR JOHN KLINCK

Chair Klinck called the session to order and welcomed all in attendance advising that this was a unique opportunity for all Muskoka Councils and staff to attend an Orientation session concurrently.

OPENING REMARKS AND INTRODUCTION OF FACILITATOR – CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER MICHAEL DUBEN

Mr. Duben, Chief Administrative Officer for the District of Muskoka introduced all Muskoka CAOs and Clerks. He then introduced Mr. Rick O’Connor highlighting his many years of experience in the public sector adding that Mr. O’Connor has facilitated many similar orientation sessions throughout Ontario.

ORIENTATION SESSION – FACILITATOR, RICK O’CONNOR, CITY CLERK AND SOLICITOR – CITY OF OTTAWA

Mr. O’Connor presented his orientation material and answered questions of Councillors and staff throughout the day.

LUNCH BREAK

The session temporarily recessed for a lunch break at 12:20 p.m. and reconvened at 1:25 p.m.

CONCLUDING REMARKS – DISTRICT CHAIR JOHN KLINCK

District Chair Klinck thanked Mr. O’Connor for the very informative session and presented him with a gift on behalf of all members of Council and staff throughout Muskoka.

ADJOURNMENT

District Chair Klinck adjourned the joint orientation session at 3:05 p.m.

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Lake of Bays Fire Department Fire Advisory Minutes

A meeting of the Fire Advisory Committee for the Township of Lake of Bays was held on January 13, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at Station 1, Huntsville

Fire Chief Stephen Hernen Deputy Chief Gary Monahan District Chief District 1 Andrew West District Chief District 2 Glen Maynard District Chief District 3 Frank Van Gelder Captain Station 40 Morris Bryant Captain Station 20 Bruce Campbell Acting Captain Station 30 Daniel Van Gelder Acting Captain Station 50 Murray Arnold Recording Secretary Cecile King Chaplain Tom Brown Councillor Shane Baker

1. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., January 13, 2015 by Fire Chief Stephen Hernen.

2. MOTION TO ADOPT AGENDA

Moved by: DC West Seconded by: DC Maynard

Be It Resolved That: the Fire Advisory Committee for the Township of Lake of Bays hereby adopts the Agenda dated January 13, 2015, as printed and circulated.

Carried.

3. MOTION TO ADOPT MINUTES

(a) Fire Advisory Committee Minutes – November 11, 2014

Moved by: AC Van Gelder Seconded by: DC Van Gelder

Be It Resolved That: the Fire Advisory Committee for the Township of Lake of Bays hereby adopts the Minutes of the meeting held on, November 11, 2014 as printed and circulated.

Carried.

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4. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES

(a) Health Spending Account – for information only

• Chief Hernen presented a follow up on the recent vote by fire personnel regarding changes to the Health Spending Account • a questionnaire will be circulated for further input on the HSA

(b) New Recruits

• testing has been completed and the results will be available soon • pagers and other gear will be distributed in late January

5. STATION REPORTS

(a) Station 20

Capt. Campbell provided the report for Station 20.

Responses and training sessions since the last meeting of the Advisory Committee:

• 2 Alarm Calls • 1 Motor Vehicle Accident • 1 Structure Fire • 1 Vehicle Fire • 4 Medical Calls • 1 Power Line

(b) Station # 30

Acting Captain Vangelder provided the report for Station # 30.

Responses and training sessions since the last meeting of the Advisory Committee:

• 4 Medical Calls • 2 Motor Vehicle Accidents • 1 Vehicle Fire • 5 False Alarm Calls

Capt. Bryant provided the report for Station # 40.

Responses and training sessions since the last meeting of the Advisory Committee:

• 6 Medical Calls • 1 Power Line Call • 2 False Alarms

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(d) Station 50

Acting Captain Arnold provided the report for Station # 50:

Responses and training sessions since the last meeting of the Advisory Committee:

• nil

All Stations took part in Hall Training and Practices as well as scheduled maintenance sessions.

6. DISTRICT CHIEF'S REPORTS

(a) District Chief West – District # 1

DC West reported on the following:

• circulator pump is operating well • hinge step has been installed

(b) DC Maynard – District # 2

DC Maynard reported on the following:

• Nothing to report at this time

DC Van Gelder reported on the following:

• rink preparation is ongoing and should be ready this week

Chief Hernen noted that Station 20 had received donations in memory of Roy Gates.

7. EQUIPMENT REPORT

The following items were discussed under the equipment report:

(a) Annual Inspections

• mandatory annual inspections have started

(b) Bunker Gear

• all bunker gear inspections have been completed

• Chief Hernen provided an update on Captain Taylor

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8. TRAINING OFFICER'S REPORT

The following items were discussed under the training report:

(a) Hall Training Sign In Sheets

• new hall training sign in sheets will be used • further information on what is required and how to submit documentation will be presented at Officer Development Training

(b) Medical Training and Refresher Courses

• a schedule of training and scenario training is being arranged

• personnel must wear protective equipment when responding to medical calls

9. PREVENTION REPORT

The following items were discussed under the Prevention Report:

-Nil-

10. DEPUTY CHIEF’S REPORT

The following items were discussed under the Deputy Chief’s report:

(a) Highway/MVA Reports

• motor vehicle accidents that take place on provincial highways are billable • report forms need to be filled out with the duties the Fire Department performed on-scene

(b) Officer Training

• NFPA Certification courses are available • Level II is open to officers • testing takes place in Huntsville February 19, 2015

11. CHIEF’S REPORT

(a) MNR Agreement

• the MNR agreement renewal is in process • the agreement remains the same but the rates will increase annually

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12. COUNCIL REPORT

(a) Councillor Shane Baker

• budget draft will be presented next week • Councillor Baker discussed his new role with District

13. NEW BUSINESS

(a) Chaplain's Reports – 2014 (see attached Schedule "A")

• Chaplain Brown outlined the attached report • Tom is upgrading his skills to assist with Hospital chaplain duties Chief Hernen and Committee thanked Tom for his work with the Fire Department

(b) Fireworks – Dates for Application

• dates for fireworks displays are required to process applications and obtain necessary permissions

• if access/road conditions are not safe – trucks can be parked and personnel can walk to scene • personnel cannot risk harm to themselves or apparatus • discussion of studded tire legislation for fire vehicles • Council will be made aware of the response system where roads are inaccessible

(b) Health and Safety Committee Representation

• Chief Hernen outlined the method of choosing a station health and safety representative

• a firefighter has transferred to Station 50 from Station 30

(d) Food Drive Results

• the Salvation Army has indicated that the Food Drive was successful again this year

(e) Water Source for Pumpers

• water can be used from Irwin School but pumps must be drained • preferable to use lake water

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(f) Recognition of Township Employee

• officers would like to recognize Steve Peace, Superintendent, Public Works for his assistance during recent responses. Mr. Peace ensured that roads were accessible to fire crews

14. ADJOURNMENT

Moved by: AC Arnold Seconded by: Capt. Campbell

Be It Resolved That: the Fire Advisory Committee of the Township of Lake of Bays adjourn, to meet again on March 10, 2015, Station 1, Huntsville or at the call of the Chair.

Carried.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Chief (Steve Hernen) FROM: Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Chaplain (Tom Brown) DATE: December 31, 2014 SUBJECT: Chaplains Annual Report 2014

RECOMMENDATION:

Information only

ORIGIN:

Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Chaplain

BACKGROUND:

I am hopeful that in 2014 that my work has supported the firefighters and officers. I am still very involved in the lives of retired firefighters and their families.

The time for phone calls is estimated at 15 minutes in length. I am aware some calls are very short but also I have had some as long as two hours. Text messaging was added to my list this year but was very time consuming to track therefore the amount is based on estimates only with no time allotted.

If anyone should have any suggestions or comments that could improve the support I provided, please advise. Thank-you for including me as part of the fire service in 2014 and I look forward to working with everyone in 2015.

In 2014 my training involved becoming a mental health first aider.

As you may be aware I was a volunteer with Muskoka Victim Services (M.V.S.) On November 30, 2014 I resigned from the organization after five years of service.

I am looking forward to being involved with helping the Chaplain at the Huntsville Hospital in 2015 as well as doing more to help the fire departments.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Estimated valve of services provide in 2014 is $ 5711.00

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

- Engage and Communicate Openly with the Community

Prepared By, Reviewed By,

Tom Brown Steve Hernen Fire Department Chaplain Fire Chief

Fire Advisory Meeting Minutes - January 13, 2015 Page 75 of 294 Lake of Bays Fire Advisory Minutes January 13, 2015 AGENDA ITEM- 8 - # 4.(d)

Number Hours Estimated Value $ @ Activities Worked $ kms 0.47 Notes $20.00 per Visits hour base Stations 37 46 920 1032 485.04 Home 24 35.5 710 478 224.66 Hospital 3 5 100 72 33.84 Calls Fire scenes 0 0 0 Phone 155 38.75 775 Text messaging 60 + 0 0 Counselling Formal Sessions 7 17 340 306 143.82

Funeral services Prefuneral/Funerals/Memorials 2 23 460 54 25.38 Visitations 0 0 0 Gravesites 0 0 Other Church Services 0 0 Training 1 19.5 390 72 33.84 Recruit training 2 7 140 72 33.84 Fire Advisory 3 6.5 130 108 50.76 Misc. Private Information 9 39.5 790 295 138.65 Totals 243 237.75 4755 2034 956

10 year average hours worked = 227 Hours worked in 2013 = 253 Hours worked in 2014 = 253 237.75 Total cost of program 2013 $6,016 Total cost of program 2014 5,711

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council Jennifer Pilon, Economic Development Coordinator FROM: DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Economic Development Activity Report (January)

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Economic Development Activity Report (January)”, dated February 17, 2015.

ORIGIN:

On August 5, 2014, The Township of Lake of Bays commenced the economic development initiative in partnership with the Lake of Bays Marine Museum (SS Bigwin) and the Dorset Community Partnership with financial support through FedNor.

The formal contract (approved by By-law 2014-048) requires regular reporting to both Council and FedNor.

ANALYSIS:

As this initiative was submitted in partnership between the three parties listed above, the activities and ongoing projects are listed separately below.

Township of Lake of Bays

• Co-hosted a Volunteer Muskoka Public Forum to discuss online resources, recruitment tools and training needs for volunteers and community groups, and to increase local awareness of the Volunteer Muskoka website, online database and resources scheduled to launch in February 2015.

• Met with representatives from the HOLD (Hillside Oxtongue Lake Dwight) group, Resorts of North Muskoka group and Aroundlakeofbays.ca to discuss a potential collaborative tourism initiative involving the creation of a printed tourism based map focusing on the Lake of Bays communities. Researched other communities tourism based maps for comparison and inspiration.

• Attended an Economic Development roundtable with MP Tony Clement. Muskoka businesses and municipal representatives discussed shared interests and challenges and brought forward considerations for the upcoming Federal budget.

• Met with a YWCA Muskoka representative to learn more about the economic impact of affordable housing in rural communities and to discuss a proposed project in Lake of Bays.

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• Connected with the Huntsville Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce to provide content for the Chamber’s 2015 visitor’s guide, including a feature on the new Echo Valley Nature & Bike Trails, Dwight Beach, and the SS Bigwin.

• Met with Muskoka Economic Development Officers to continue progress on the collaborative project “Consider Muskoka”, funded by Muskoka Futures in the amount of $5,000. Discussed project branding, key deliverables, responsibilities and timeline for this project that will result in an investment attraction piece for all the municipalities in Muskoka. Met with multiple candidates to view proposals and selected Allair Media to develop branding, graphics and website. Created draft of content for Lake of Bays section of the collaborative project.

• Researched small rural municipalities to analyze their websites as a resource for economic development information and business support tools. Started a draft of suggested content to enhance the Township of Lake of Bays website from a business attraction and support perspective.

Dorset Community Partnership

• Researched options for replicating the Dorset electronic tourism kiosk experience to share the knowledge and learnings with the communities of Baysville and Dwight. Shared the various options including cost estimates with Baysville and Dwight community and business group representatives for their consideration of this community based project.

• Received training on performing content updates to the listings on the Dorset electronic tourist information kiosks. Local businesses will be contacted over the next few months to collect data so that any new listings can be added, and existing listed can be enhanced with more content to ensure an accurate and comprehensive tourist experience.

• Connected with the Director of Tourism at the County of Haliburton to learn more about their mobile GIS mapping project, as recommended by Council in the Township of Algonquin Highlands. The County of Haliburton is working towards making their website and Community Web GIS Public Interactive Map mobile friendly (not to be confused with a mobile app, which would be a much more elaborate and expensive project).

SS Bigwin

• Presented the draft Marketing and Promotional Program to the SS Bigwin Board of Directors and received approval to proceed with proposed initiatives. Connected with several board members to exchange ideas, elaborate on the marketing plan, and discuss 2015 operations.

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• Working on implementation of program, which includes partnerships with local Lake of Bays businesses for collaborative event and cruise offerings. Partnerships include Port Cunnington Lodge, Bigwin Island Golf Club, and Lake of Bays Brewing Company.

• Developed a Customer Relations Management (CRM) system to track communication with customers and potential partners. Reaching out to bus tour companies, summer camps, schools, resorts, local businesses and wedding planners to introduce potential cruise opportunities.

• Coordinated discussions regarding the Dwight dock extension project to determine electrical requirements for recharging and the optimal dock configuration for docking the SS Bigwin at Dwight Beach.

• Responded to email, contact form and telephone inquiries regarding private cruise bookings for 2015 season. Coordinated details of private charter reservations.

• Updated social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to maintain online presence during off season.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

None.

ALTERNATIVES:

None.

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community; • Develop a sustainable local economy that supports our vision; • Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Develop long-term land, lake and community plans that are balanced and adaptive; • Protect, preserve and promote our healthy natural environment; and • Work in collaborative partnerships.

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Prepared by: Reviewed by:

______Jennifer Pilon Stefan Szczerbak M.Sc., RPP, MCIP Economic Development Coordinator Planner

Reviewed by:

______Michelle Percival

Chief Administrative Officer

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Samantha Woods, Deputy Clerk DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Sale of Original Shore Road Allowance - Declaration of Surplus Lands: •OSRA File No. 13-06 (Henshaw); and • OSRA File No. 13-30 (Tupper)

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report " Sale of Original Shore Road Allowance - Declaration of Surplus Lands: • OSRA File No. 13-06 (Henshaw); and • OSRA File No. 13-30 (Tupper)", dated February 17, 2015;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays declares the following Township owned real property to be surplus:

• the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 27, in Concession 13, of the former Township of Franklin, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 35R-24679 (Henshaw - 010-003-03100 - Franklin – 1141 Put-in-Bay Road – Peninsula Lake) (Part 2 is flooded – to be retained by Township); and

• the original shore road allowance in front of Lot 24, in Concession 3, of the former Township of Franklin, now in the Township of Lake of Bays, in the District Municipality of Muskoka, designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Plan 35R-24695 (Tupper - 010-017-06600 - Franklin – 1020 Park Lane - Lake of Bays)(Part 2 is flooded – to be retained by Township)

ORIGIN:

The Township has received completed applications and applicable application fees for the above-noted closing original shore road allowances. Pursuant to Township Policy a resolution is being presented declaring the lands to be surplus. The public meeting has been scheduled for February 17th, 2015; therefore, it is prudent to formally declare the subject lands as surplus to the Township's needs. The Public Notices were published in the January 29th and February 5th, 2015 editions of the muskokaregion.com (formerly the Muskoka Weekender) and posted on the Township website.

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ANALYSIS:

Staff, having reviewed the applications, has no concerns with respect to their approval:

• Appendix "A" – Henshaw - OSRA 13-06 • Appendix "B" – Tupper - OSRA 13-30

A letter was received not objecting to the purchase of the OSRA, but raising concern that a larger cottage could be built in the same location. The building department has confirmed that any change to the structure(s) would be subject to the Development Permit By-law requirements.

Deeming By-law - Required by both applications

OSRA 13-06 (Henshaw) A Deeming By-law is required and will need to be registered prior to the transfer of the OSRA

OSRA 13-30 (Tupper) Deeming By-law Application F 05/13 LOB - By-law # 2014- 002 was approved at the January 14th, 2014 Planning (Council) Meeting

Collectively, we estimate revenue for land acquisition fees to be approximately $22,862.90.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Not applicable

ALTERNATIVES:

Option 1: Declare original shore road allowances as surplus • Township can proceed with the conveyance of lands • Conveyance of lands will allow applicants to legalize title of subject lands and their existing encroachments • The applicants have incurred expenses in the processing of these applications (i.e. survey, advertising, legal)

Option 2: Maintain ownership of original shore road allowances • Lands would remain in public ownership • Applicants would be required to apply and/or continue a Licence of Occupation to permit existing encroachments

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community.

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Prepared by, Approved by, Reviewed by,

______Samantha Woods Carrie Sykes, Dipl. M.A., CMO Michelle Percival, CMMIII, CMO Deputy Clerk Director of Corporate Services Chief Administrative Officer

REFERENCES:

• Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. c.25 • AD-2.1 Licence of Occupation Policy and Procedures (effective July 19/11) • AD-2.2 Original Shore Road Allowance Closure Policy and Procedures (effective March 2001 - revised January 2013) • AD-2.9 Original Shore/Road Allowance Closure Procedures (effective September 3, 2013) • Departmental circulations re: applications and subject properties • Property Roll Files (laserfische) re: 4427-010-003-03100 and 4427-010-017-06600 • By-law Amendment Z 31/14 LOB (Henshaw) • Deeming By-law F 05/13 LOB (Tupper) • Registered Plans 35R-24679, 35R-24695 • OSRA Files 13-06 and 13-30 • January 29th, 2015 and February 5th, 2015 Public Notices – muskokaregion.com (formerly the Muskoka Weekender)

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS

BY-LAW NUMBER 2015-021

BEING A BY-LAW TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE.

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays deems it expedient to appoint members to the Township of Lake of Bays Heritage Advisory Committee.

NOW THEREFORE the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays enacts as follows:

1. That the following members shall be appointed for the 2014 – 2018 term of the appointing Council or until a successor is appointed and may be reappointed for one or more further terms:

Heritage Advisory Committee Harriet Muirhead Jacqueline Godard Leanne Fetterley Sally Coutts Rebecca Krawczyk Nancy Tapley (Chair - Council Rep.) Ruth Ross (Co-Chair - Council Rep.)

2. That this bylaw shall come into force and effect upon final passing thereafter and shall become null and void on November 30th, 2018.

READ a FIRST, SECOND and THIRD time and finally passed this 17th day of February, 2015.

______Deputy Mayor - Nancy Tapley Clerk - Carrie Sykes

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

: Mayor Young and Members of Council TO FROM: Stefan Szczerbak, Planner DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Official Plan Review – Budget Update

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby receives the staff report “Official Plan Review – Budget Update” dated February 17, 2015.

AND WHEREAS the Tunnock Consulting Ltd. was selected to conduct the Official Plan review through RFP # 2013-10 in the amount of $31,300.

AND WHEREAS several new components were added during the Official Plan review process causing a delay with the project.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays authorize the following unbudgeted contributions towards the completion of Official Plan review:

1. $3,000 to finalize the Official Plan review process in accordance with the formal agreement with Tunnock Consulting Ltd.; and 2. $9,000 to complete the Official Pan review by updating the schedules contained within the Official Plan.

AND FURTHER THAT Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays direct staff to work with the District of Muskoka Planning and Economic Development Department (GIS) to complete a revised and updated set of schedules (maps) to complement and complete the Official Plan Review.

ORIGIN:

On December 17, 2013 Council passed Resolution No. 5(d)(i)/12/17/13 selecting Tunnock Consulting Ltd. to complete R.F.P. # 2013-10 being a Request For Proposals For Consulting Services for the Township of Lake of Bays Official Plan Review in the amount of $31, 300.

It was specifically noted in their proposal that GIS mapping and an update to the schedules was not included in their proposal.

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ANALYSIS:

Process

On January 14, 2015, a draft copy of the revised Official Plan was formally circulated and released for public comment. The statutory public Open House has been scheduled for March 10, 2015 at 1:00pm where the public will have an opportunity to submit formal written and verbal comments related to the proposed changes.

Upon receipt and review of all submissions, staff and the consultant will adjust the policies, where reasonable, and re-circulate the document in anticipation of the statutory Public Meeting. This will be another opportunity for the public and agencies to submit formal comments related to the proposed changes. In addition, the statutory Public Meeting will give Council an opportunity to provide collective comments and suggestions for changes to the document. Depending on the complexity of these changes, the public meeting will likely be held early spring, 2015. Assuming that Council is supportive of the draft changes, they will adopt the Plan and it will be sent to the District of Muskoka for approval.

Budget

Up to the end of 2014, the consultant has billed most of the contracted amount (approximately $28,300) leaving approximately $3,000 remaining to complete the project.

Due to several changes in the deliverables and changes supported by Council, the consultant has estimated the following costs to complete the project (adoption by Lake of Bays Council):

1. One additional public meeting with travel $1,000 2. One separate meeting with Council $1,000 3. One meeting with District $1,000 4. One working meeting with LOB Planner $1,000 5. Final review and revisions (2 days) $2,000

Total $6,000 Project Balance <$3,000> Net $3,000

Official Plan Schedules

The current schedules within our Official Plan date back to 1999. The original consultant that was hired to create the schedules would not release digital copies. As a result, the public and staff have had to use large format paper copies when reviewing specific properties or areas. This has led to situations of uncertainty (i.e. distance to a sensitive wetland) or confusion if a particular policy applies to a development proposal. Recently the District of Muskoka was able to scan in these large format schedules and the

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Township website contains these files. However, this format continues to cause problems when reviewing development applications. The Township continues to receive complaints regarding the clarity of these maps and is a specific policy set applies to the situation.

The schedules are an integral part of the Official Plan, as many policy sets apply to these schedules and can drastically change a specific development plan. Most of the information found in the schedules translated into our land use by-laws.

Related to the current Official Pan review process, a review and update of the schedules was separated from the original Request For Quotations (RFQ) as it was always thought that the District of Muskoka would be the best agency to complete these maps considering that they have most of this digital information available for use and since the District had (2004) completed our current zoning schedules. They are an obvious and cost efficient choice to complete this task and utilize their expertise to revise these schedules.

Staff have had several discussions with District staff and we have also conducted a review of the existing schedules. It was agreed that there are opportunities to consolidate several of these schedules to simplify this process. Currently, there are a total of 19 schedules in the Plan.

A separate Official Plan amendment is necessary to approve and include these revised schedules.

PUBLIC / AGENCY CONCERNS:

Not applicable.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

$3,000 to complete the existing agreement to complete the Official Plan review

$9,000 to update the Official Plan schedules.

ALTERNATIVES:

Council may choose one of the following options: Official Plan Review - Tunnock • Approve the additional expenditures to see the project to adoption; or • Exhaust the approved budgeted amount and sever the agreement between Tunnock and the Township of Lake of Bays and complete in-house.

Official Plan Schedules • Approve the unbudgeted amount of $9,000 and work with the District of

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Muskoka; • Approve the unbudgeted amount of $9,000 and seek the assistance of a consultant; or • Completion in 2016 and continue to use the existing and outdated schedules.

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community; • Develop a sustainable local economy that supports our vision; • Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Develop long-term land, lake, and community plans that are balanced and adaptive; • Protect, preserve, and promote our healthy natural environment; • Work in collaborative partnerships; and • Develop our capacity to provide social services.

Prepared by: Approved by: Reviewed by:

______Stefan Szczerbak, M.Sc.,RPP,MCIP Michelle Percival, CMMIII, CMO Tom Gefucia Planner Chief Administrative Officer Treasurer

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

: Mayor Young and Members of Council TO FROM: Stefan Szczerbak, Planner DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Dwight Dock Expansion

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Dwight Dock Expansion” dated February 17, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby support the project and directs staff to include an expansion to the Dwight Dock in the amount of $50,000 into the 2015 Capital Budget.

AND FURTHER THAT staff seek additional funding opportunities prior to proceeding with the project and consider less-costly alternatives through the tender process.

ORIGIN:

On January 20, 2015, Council passed the following Resolution:

Resolution # 6(h)(vi)(a)/01/20/15

Councillor Ross and Councillor Baker

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays directs staff to bring a Dwight Dock extension report for the SS Bigwin to the next meeting.

Carried.

ANALYSIS:

History

An expansion of the Dwight dock was initiated by the SS Bigwin due to several planned long distance cruises to other areas on the lake outside of Dorset area. One of the goals for the SS Bigwin is to become an “ambassador” of the Lake connecting the Lake of Bays communities by water. It was noted that Dwight would be a valuable destination and a point-of-interest for future cruises and attendance at some of the community events. However, staff of the SS Bigwin felt that the current structure could not safely accommodate the boat for extended periods of time.

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• April 15, 2014 - Resolution # 6(a)(ii)/04/15/14

“BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Dwight Dock Expansion Muskoka-Futures Grant Request”, dated April 15, 2014.

AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays hereby directs staff to submit a grant application to Muskoka Futures for the purpose of obtaining a professional review (feasibility study) and detailed design drawings for an expansion to the Dwight Beach dock.

AND FURTHER THAT should the Township be awarded the grant, that Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays authorize an unbudgeted contribution of $4000 towards the project. ”

NOTE: Council approved an unbudgeted contribution of $4,000 towards the $10,000 project; with a commitment of $2,000 from the SS Bigwin.

• R.F.P. # 2014-12, being a Request For Proposals - Consulting Services for Engineering/Environmental Implications/Assessment and Feasibility Study for an Extension to the Dwight Dock was issued

• October 14, 2014 - Resolution #6(a)(i)/10/14/14

“…AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays Select Option 2 to reject the bid as per the procurement policy.

AND FURTHER that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays select Option 3 to seek out the advice from several contractors that are familiar with this type of proposal to keep with the estimated budget submitted with the grant proposal. ”

Option 3 – Contract several contractors-dock builders who are familiar with this type of work and proceed to request construction cost estimates with options to present to Council. The current budget would be used to prepare building plans or used as part of the construction costs. $10,000.

• January 20, 2015 - Resolution # 6(h)(vi)(a)/01/20/15

Council requested a report to consider the expansion in the 2015 budget deliberations.

Recently, staff met with the senior captain and it was verified that the boat requires a minimum draft (water depth) of 2.3 metres (7.5 feet). The preferred dock expansion would be a straight extension where the boat can safely dock with the bow facing shore.

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If the weather turns (high winds and waves) the boat can safely moor for an extended period of time with the bow (front) pointing away from land.

A water depth review was conducted on January 27, 2015.

Attached as Appendix “A”, is a draft plan for the expansion, including the approximate water depths extending out into the lake.

Finally, staff consulted with two local contractors and they verbally stated the approximate cost for an expansion would be $40-45,000 for either option. This estimate would only apply to the dock work. Additional required costs include light(s), power (SS Bigwin is electric), stairs and cleats which may cost an additional $5,000.

Should the project receive approval, staff will proceed to our normal tender process. It is also expected that a planning application will be required to extend the dock out into the water due to water depths.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Currently, $25,000 is included in the Development Charges Background Study as a cost estimate. Given the 10% statutory deduction, $22,500 could be recovered from Development Charges. The remaining $2,500, at this point, is proposed to come from the Parks Fund. In addition, the Township must request that Muskoka Futures consider a reallocation of their $4,000 grant for a feasibility study to a capital project (construction of the dock). Finally, the SS Bigwin has committed $5,000 towards the project. This would leave a difference of up to $16,000 which would require funding towards the project.

Project Revenue:

Development Charges $ 22,500 Parks Fund $ 2,500 Muskoka Futures (Pending re-direction) $ 4,000 SS Bigwin $ 5,000 Total $ 34,000

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $50,000

NET UNFUNDED AMOUNT <$ 16,000>

ALTERNATIVES:

a) Support the project as recommended and allocate an additional $16,000 to the Capital Budget; b) Support the project and seek additional funding prior to proceeding and/or a revised less costly plan; or

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c) Reject the project and advise Muskoka Futures and the SS Bigwin that their contributions are not required.

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community; • Develop a sustainable local economy that supports our vision; • Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Develop long-term land, lake, and community plans that are balanced and adaptive; • Protect, preserve, and promote our healthy natural environment; • Work in collaborative partnerships; and

Prepared by: Approved by: Reviewed by:

______Stefan Szczerbak, M.Sc.,RPP,MCIP Michelle Percival, CMMIII, CMO Tom Gefucia Planner Chief Administrative Officer Treasurer

REFERENCES

Resolution # 6(a)(ii)/04/15/14 R.F.P. # 2014-12 Resolution #6(a)(i)/10/14/14 Resolution # 6(h)(vi)(a)/01/20/15 Greenaway Construction – verbal quote Thomas J Stead Construction – verbal quote

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Steve Peace, Superintendent of Public Works February 17, 2015 DATE: SUBJECT: Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement - Dube

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement - Dube” dated February 17, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement with Maura and Marc Dube between Lots 5 and 6, Concession 11 geographic Township of McLean, (Property roll # 4427 040 014 02700) for the purpose of a 1.2 meter wide path on the original road allowance.

ORIGIN:

Application for an Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement

ANALYSIS:

In June of 2003 the previous owners of property municipally identified as property roll # 4427 040 014 02700 0000 located at 1015 Kerrimuir Road requested and received an Unassumed Road Improvement Agreement. This agreement permitted the construction of a 1.2 meter wide path on the Original Road Allowance that leads from their property to the Original Shore Road Allowance on the Lake of Bays. This agreement was approved with a clause that the agreement was nontransferable. (See Appendix A for a map of the area)

The Dube’s purchased the property and contacted the Township regarding some minor maintenance to the path. They were advised that they would be required to enter into a new agreement with the Township and an application with the appropriate fees was received by the Township. When the Dube’s conducted the initial survey it was discovered that part of the existing trail or path is in fact on the neighbor’s property to the east. The Township is requesting the applicant correct this as part of the new improvements.

The current process requests input from the neighbouring properties be included. The applicant has sent letters to both neighbours explaining their request. They have received negative responses back from both neighbours. The basis of their concerns

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and Townships resolution are addressed in the draft agreement and are shown below in Table ‘A’:

Table ‘A’ URIA Concerns and Resolutions

Concern Resolution Clause in the agreement does not permit Existence of protected fish habitat at structures, docks etc. to be placed on the water’s edge shore/road allowance in question. Clause in the agreement does not permit Structures being built on road allowance structures, docks etc. to be placed on the shore/road allowance in question. This is a public road allowance and is open Use of the road allowance, should it be to the public at all times. This will not restricted to the abutting owners only change under this agreement. A survey has been completed showing the extent of the ORA and the 1.2 meter path. Location of existing path crosses property One section where the path crosses the lines eastern property line has been identified; applicant will correct. Property values increase for the applicant No transfer of ownership, the property will and decrease for the neighbours remain public domain. There are several fallen trees that will need to be cleared for the existing path. Removing trees from the road allowance There is one section where the path will be moved to the west to ensure that the path is within the road allowance.

Will be added in short sections to raise the Adding fill and mulch grade in the lower wet sections. Will assist in stabilizing the ground in these sections

Subsequent use by other lands owners. As this is public land, a request could be One neighbour mentioned a possible received and possibly granted for a driveway driveway or other uses.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Not applicable

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ALTERNATIVES:

Option 1 Authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the agreement with the new applicant for improvements to the existing 1.2m wide path.

Option 2 Deny the application.

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNTY BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

• Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Engage and communicate openly with the community;

Prepared By,

______Steve Peace Superintendent of Public Works

Reviewed By, Reviewed By,

______Michelle Percival, CMO, CMMIII Tom Gefucia Chief Administrative Officer Treasurer

REFERENCES

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Appendix A

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UNASSUMED ROAD IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT MADE THIS ____ DAY OF ______2014

BETWEEN: Marc and Maura Dube of 1015 Kerrimuir Road

HEREINAFTER CALLED THE “APPLICANT”

AND The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays

HEREINAFTER CALLED THE “CORPORATION”

WHEREAS there exists a Road Allowances, located between Lot 5 and 6 on Concession 11, McLean Ward, now in the Township of Lake of Bays (the Subject Property);

AND WHEREAS said improvements will be approximately 155 meters of Road Allowance to be used as a 1.2m wide path to gain access to the lake.

NOW THEREFORE this Agreement witnesseth that in consideration of the premises and the mutual covenants and agreements hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree each with the other as follows:

1. The Corporation hereby consents to the Applicant making improvements to that portion of the road allowance being the Subject Property.

2. The Applicant agrees that the improvements will be made entirely within the boundaries of the said Road. It is the obligation of the Applicant to determine, by survey, the location of the boundaries of the road.

3. The Applicant having requested that the improvements be sufficient to permit the safe passage pedestrian traffic, the Corporation consents to that level of improvement, to a degree that would not permit the passage of vehicular traffic after road improvements are made subject lands.

4. The Applicant agrees to remove brush and up rooted stumps, and debris from the improved area of the subject property.

5. The Applicant shall not trespass on private land adjacent to the Road Allowance, nor shall he deposit brush, stumps, soil, or other debris on private land next to the Road Allowance or on the Road Allowance outside the improvement area.

6. The Applicant shall not create any obstruction or excavation in the said road which would cause a hazard to any persons having legal right to make use of the subject property.

7. The Applicant will deliver to the Corporation, prior to commencing any work, an irrevocable stand-by Letter of Credit from a Chartered Bank or a deposit, in a form acceptable to the Corporation and in the amount of $678.00 (Six hundred and seventy eight dollars) to ensure compliance by the Applicant with his obligation to carry out the work undertaken in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. If the Applicant completes the work as approved, the Corporation will refund or deliver to the Applicant, the Letter of Credit or any funds remaining thereon, which have not been used as set out in this paragraph. The applicant shall also provide by certified cheque or any form acceptable to the Corporation a fee of $150.00 for the fee for this agreement.

8. The applicant agrees that any further construction or improvements on the lands in question shall be completed under a new agreement.

9. The applicant agrees that no structures (buildings, docks, decks etc.) shall be placed on the Road Allowance or the Shore Road Allowance.

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10. The Applicant agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Corporation, its officers and employees from any and all claims, demands, damages, costs, losses, charges and expenses which the Corporation may incur or be liable for, in consequence of any use of, passage over, the Road Allowance.

11. This agreement will be considered valid as long as the Council of the Township of the Lake of Bays believes that the applicant is following the terms of this agreement and any future agreements that may be put in place for the use of township lands for access to private property. This agreement shall be reviewed every five (5) years, and any applicable additions or deletions will be made by mutual consent.

12. This agreement is binding upon the parties to this agreement. If care and control of the access situated on the subject property is to be transferred, a new agreement shall be completed with the party or parties. Failure to complete this new agreement will constitute a breach of agreement and access will be removed immediately.

13. The Applicant acknowledges that no part of this Agreement constitutes the assumption by the Municipality of any obligation to repair or maintain the said road. Such obligation shall only exist if the Corporation enacts a by-law assuming such responsibility.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have hereunto set their hands and seal this _____ day of ______2014.

______Marc Dube (Applicant)

______Maura Dube (Applicant)

______Nancy Tapley (Township of Lake of Bays – Deputy Mayor)

______Carrie Sykes (Township of Lake of Bays – Clerk)

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A. PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF ANY WORK

1. A Plan of Survey, establishing the boundaries of the road and the width of the road. The proposed access and trees to be removed shall be marked prior to any work starting.

2. A written description of the work to be done, including the location of such work within the road, and the effect of such work, if any, on any adjacent property. The description must be approved by the Council of the Corporation before any work is commenced.

3. Any and/or all permits, consents or notifications required by any Federal or Provincial Legislation are the sole responsibility of the Applicant.

4. The views in writing of the owners of each parcel of land which abuts the road to be improved.

5. Insurance policies with liability coverage of not less than $2,000,000.00, with respect to any occurrence arising from any person(s) lawfully making use of the road allowance upon the subject until this agreement is no longer valid or is revoked, with the Corporation as a named insured. Such policy shall be approved by the Corporation Insurer.

6. An irrevocable standby Letter of Credit for the full amount of the value of the improvements to be carried out by the Applicant as issued by a Canadian Chartered Bank

B DURING THE MAKING OF IMPROVEMENTS

7. Such written information as the Superintendent of Public Works or delegate of the Corporation may require in order to satisfying himself for time to time that the Applicant is proceeding with the agreement.

8. Such evidence as the Superintendent of Public Works or delegate may require providing the correction of any acts or omissions in default of the Agreement.

9. If any environmental protection measures should be implemented, and strict compliance with those requirements and construction techniques determined by the Engineer. The Superintendent of Public Works may waive the requirement of providing the report of a professional engineer if he determines that such report would not be necessary in order to provide appropriate environmental protection.

C. COMPLETION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS

10. The completion of the improvements on or before September 12, 2015. If these works are not completed by this date this agreement will be considered void and all fees and deposits will be surrendered to the Township.

11. Immediate notification of completion of the approved improvements shall be provided to the Superintendent of Public Works and the provision to him all of such documents as he may require in order to confirm completion of any and all improvements.

12. Compensation to the Corporation for any default in this Agreement, which is not covered by the Letter of Credit or by the insurance provided.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Steve Peace – Superintendent of Public Works : February 17, 2015 DATE RE: Golf Course Road Rehabilitation

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Golf Course Road Rehabilitation” dated February 17, 2015.

ORIGIN:

Council Resolution #6(h)(iv)/01/20/15

Staff to report back on the inclusion of Golf Course Road in 2015 and or 2016.

ANALYSIS:

Summary of the reports and resolutions regarding Golf Course Road Rehabilitation Resolution # Date Requested Result Investigate concerns on Golf 9(b)/07/24/12 24-Jul-12 Course Road Passed Golf Course Road Rehabilitation report received, select option for 6(i)/08/14/12 14-Aug-12 boreholes and repairs to follow for the entire road Passed Report received, select option 3 6(b)(ii)09/10/13 10-Sep-13 (Ditching, geotextile and surface) to be completed in 2016 Carried Investigate whether the project 6(h)(viii)(a)12/10/13 10-Dec-13 could be completed over 2 years without incurring extra cost Carried Golf Course Road Rehabilitation 6(b)(ii)/01/21/14 21-Jan-14 report was received Carried Notice of motion to complete the 6(h)(vii)(a)/01/21/14 21-Jan-14 project in 2014 and 2015 Defeated Inclusion of Golf Course Road in 6(h)(iv)/01/20/15 20-Jan-15 2015 and 2016

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Over a couple of different reports and Council meetings several different options have been brought forward regarding the completion of the rehabilitation of Golf Course Road.

Option 1 Complete the project as previously approved in 2016 as one project Completing as a single project should provide the strongest road structure.

Option 2 Rehabilitate the base one year and complete the surface the second year With a gravel base for a year there is a concern about keeping the geotextile undisturbed during maintenance operations, prior to the surface being completed in 2016. Not recommended by Public Works

Option 3 Rehabilitate one half of the road with surface in 2015 and the other half in 2016. The back half of road should be completed first in order to ensure that the second year of rehabilitation does not damage the new road surface. Joining the geotextile may be difficult to ensure a proper road structure.

Option 4 Complete the project as one project in 2015 Completing as a single project should provide the strongest road structure.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Below are the funding implications of using the tax levy or reserves for the options explained previously:

Funding Source Option Cost per Year 2015 Tax levy Reserve 2015 0 0 0 1 – Entire road in 2016 2016 303,739 2 – Road base only in 2015 178,739 4.4 % 0 2015 2016 125,000 2015 151,869 3.7 % 0 3 – Half the road in 2015 2016 151,869 2015 303,739 7.8 % 0 4 – Entire road in 2015 2016 0

The option of a debenture was investigated but since cash was not required to pay for the project this option is not recommended.

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Please note that these prices are an estimate from the engineers at the time the report was written, and that the tender process has not been completed. Prices may increase or decrease depending on the tender results. Currently all our high float is completed as part of the District’s annual tender. These prices above do not include the cost of engineering, project management, and tendering, which are included in the budget estimate.

ALTERNATIVES:

Alternative funding option

Fund work by deferring current 2015 C1 Capital Projects Unless a significant project is deferred then multiple smaller (gravel) projects would need to be deferred in order to have a zero impact to the levy.

Alternative construction option

Rehabilitate the base as shown in the previous reports, add an additional 3” of gravel and maintain the entire length of road as a gravel road. Additional gravel is to protect the geotextile. Rehabilitation cost for base only 178,739 Additional 3 inches of gravel 60,000 238,739

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Engage and communicate openly with the community;

Prepared By,

______Steve Peace Superintendent of Public Works

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Reviewed by, Reviewed by,

______Michelle Percival, CMO, CMMIII Tom Gefucia Chief Administrative Officer Treasurer

REFERENCES:

Golf Course Road Rehabilitation Report – August 14, 2012 Proposed Golf Course Road Rehabilitation Report – September 10, 2013 Golf Course Road Rehabilitation Report – January 21, 2014 2013 Triton Engineering Report

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Steve Peace – Superintendent of Public Works : February 17, 2015 DATE RE: Review of Re-graveling Program

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Review of Re-graveling Program” dated February 17, 2015.

ORIGIN:

Council Resolution #6(h)(iv)/01/20/15 excerpt

• Staff to review re-graveling program for low volume roads for up to $100,000

ANALYSIS:

According to the 2014 Road Needs Study the Township maintains a gravel road network of 122.35 km. Using the 2014 Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) count results 55.6 km are class 5 (AADT greater than 50) and 66.75 km are class 6 (AADT less than 50). Table ‘A’ is a summary that shows the actual and proposed kilometers by classification for the gravelling program, which illustrates that 90.8 km of road have been or will be re-graveled between 2010 and 2020, leaving 31.6 km untouched.

The debenture taken in 2010 to offset the backlog in the re-gravelling program has assisted in decreasing the time between gravel applications. It must be noted that the roads that received this influx of gravel will all require gravel again at approximately the same time.

Table ‘A’ Actual and Proposed Kilometers Graveled Road Actual Proposed 2010 - 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Total AVG Class 5 12.5 1.1 2.5 1.2 2.3 0.7 2.8 23.1 3.3 Class 6 28.7 6.1 0.0 12.8 6.0 2.3 11.8 67.7 9.7 Total 41.2 7.2 2.5 14.0 8.3 3.0 14.6 90.8 13.0

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Table “B” shows the relation between the different types of capital projects and the funding for each type. It can easily be seen that as the major structures or other major projects are completed the resurfacing numbers decline for that year. This is a result of holding the total capital cost to a set increase over the previous year. On years when cost are lower on the major projects then the resurfacing numbers increase. Table “B” also shows the targeted $1.39 million for resurfacing alone recommended in the 2014 Road Needs Study in relation to our past and planned spending.

Table “B”

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Table ‘C’ shows the actual time-frames to re-gravel all the Township gravel roads verses the recommended five year cycle from D.M. Wills. This is based on the actual capital for 2010 to 2014 and the proposed capital forecast for 2015 to 2020.

Table ‘C’ Timeframes to Re-gravel Actual 2014 Road Needs Study

11 year km of Approx. time Suggested time average Suggested gravel to re-gravel to re-gravel km/year km/year roads (years) (years) 2013-2020 Class 5 55.6 3.3 16.8 11.1 5.0 Class 6 66.8 9.7 6.9 13.4 5.0 Total 122.4 13.0 9.4 24.5 5.0

Utilizing the average cost to apply three (3) inches of gravel to a road and the addition of $100,000 (approximately 4.0 km) a year to the current re-gravelling program would eliminate the 31.6 km of untouched roads in approximately 8 years.

If this a one year 2015 initiative, Table ‘D’ shows which roads staff would recommend adding.

Table ‘D’ Proposed Township Roads to include in 2015 Re-Graveling Program Road Class Length (km) Nithgrove Drive 6 0.5 Manitou Road 6 0.3 Hammond Road 6 0.7 South Menominee 6 0.5 Dickie Lake Road 6 2.1 Total 4.1

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Option 1 • Fund the additional $100,000 from the tax levy, which would result in an approximate increase of 2.5%.

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o This would be the preferred method if this is an addition to annual capital spending going forward.

Option 2 • Fund the additional $100,000 from general reserves. o This could be used as a short term option as long as the reserves are available.

Option 3 • Obtain a debenture for the $100,000. o Not recommended at this time as the funds are not required.

ALTERNATIVES:

Fund the increased 2015 re-graveling initiative by deferring current 2015 C1 Capital Projects. Not recommended as this will only increase the cycle times in other programs (high float, structures, etc.)

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning; • Engage and communicate openly with the community;

Prepared By,

______Steve Peace Superintendent of Public Works

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Reviewed by, Reviewed by,

______Michelle Percival, CMO, CMMIII Tom Gefucia Chief Administrative Officer Treasurer

REFERENCES:

2010 to 2014 Capital Budgets 2014 Road Needs Study 2015 C1 Capital Budget

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Stephen Watson Director of Building/By-law Services

DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms” dated February 17, 2015;

AND WHEREAS on December 10th, 2013 Council rescinded By-law 71-28 Discharge of Firearms based on the premise that OPP regulated firearms;

AND WHEREAS the OPP have since advised that they are limited in their authority regarding the discharge of firearms unless the municipality has a by-law to regulate the discharge of firearms;

AND WHEREAS on September 6th, 2014 staff recommended to Council that a new Discharge of Firearms By-law 2014-125 be adopted and staff was directed by Resolution # 6(c)(i)/09/16/14 to take all concerns of Council and input received from the community and draft a revised by-law;

AND WHEREAS a revised by-law is being proposed that incorporates and addresses all the concerns and various suggestions received; and

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays review the proposed By-law 2015-018 Being a By-law To Regulate The Discharge Of Firearms in The Township Of Lake Of Bays and receives additional public input prior to the proposed by-law being considered for adoption at the March 17th, 2015 Council meeting.

ORIGIN: • December 10th 2013, By-law 71-28 Discharge of Firearms rescinded; • Summer of 2014 staff received several concerns about the discharge of firearms • September 16, 2014, Draft By-law 2014-125 Discharge of Firearms presented to Council – passing of the by-law was postponed • September 16, 2014, staff was directed to take all of the concerns of Council and the input received from the community in drafting a revised by-law, Resolution # 6(c)(i)/09/16/14.

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ANALYSIS: Over the past 4 months staff has received 40 e-mails, numerous phone calls and a couple of letters regarding the proposed by-law regulating the discharge of firearms.

The majority of the concerns were: • Regulating bows; • Setback for the property line and roads were too restrictive; and • Not permitting hunting in community designation on larger lots

We also received support for the by-law.

Staff collaborated with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters who assisted other municipalities with their firearms by-law, such as King, Whitby, Wainfleet, and Uxbridge.

After reviewing similar by-laws in Muskoka, other rural municipalities and all the correspondence received, staff recommend the following changes in Table “A” from the previous proposed by-law:

Table “A” Proposed Changes to Discharge of Firearms By-law

Section Previous Draft By-law Proposed Draft By-law (Sept. 16, 2014) (Feb. 17, 2015) Definitions “Recreational Purposes” “Recreational Purposes” means means target shooting, skeet target shooting, skeet shooting, sighting shooting, sighting your rifle or your rifle, training of animals or similar similar activity. activity.

Definitions N/A “Public Road” a year round or seasonally road maintained by the Township of Lake of Bays, District of Muskoka or Ministry of Transportation

Definitions “Community Zone” means Community Zone Changed to the community areas as “Community Designation” defined in the Township of Lake of Bays Comprehensive Zoning and Development Permit By-laws as per Schedule ‘B’ 8,9,10 and Regulating Bows Removed 11

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Table “A” Proposed Changes to Discharge of Firearms By-law (cont’d)

Section Previous Draft By-law Proposed Draft By-law (Sept. 16, 2014) (Feb. 17, 2015) 9 Permitting the discharge of any Permitting the discharge of any Firearm Firearm in the Township upon in the Township upon lands outside the lands outside the Community Community Designation Designation • When lawfully hunting • When lawfully hunting • For recreational purposes: • For recreational purposes: o On a lot greater than 2 o On a lot no less than hectares (4.9 acres) 2.02 hectares (5 acres); o A minimum 30 metres (98 o Firearm is a rifle and is feet) setback from the edge not of .22 calibre or public road greater; and o Not within 100 metres (338 o No projectiles shall pass feet) of any lake with more over the boundary of than 2 lots under separate the property ownership

10 No person shall discharge any No person shall discharge any Firearm Firearm in the Township upon in the Township upon lands within the lands within the Community Community Designation except: Zones. • On a lot greater than 3 hectares (7.4 acres); and • When lawfully hunting as per the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act

11 Regulated the discharge of Removed firearms within 300 metres • Dwelling on another lot • Public or private park • Public road

NOTE: Any person may make application to Council to be granted an exemption from any of the provisions of this By-law.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Nil

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ALTERNATIVES:

Option 1

• Review proposed by-law for adoption at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting held March 17th, 2015.

Option 2

• Status quo, not regulate the discharge of firearms.

LINKAGE TO COMMUNITY-BASED STARTEGIC PLAN:

This report as presented follows the following Strategic Priorities:

• Engage and Communicate Openly with the Community and • Work in collaborative partnerships.

Prepared by: Approved by:

______Stephen Watson CD, CBCO, CMMII Michelle Percival, CMO, CMMIII Director of Building/By-law Services Chief Administrative Officer

REFERENCES:

• Municipal Act; • Development Permit By-law ; • Comprehensive By-law; • By-law #71-28 Discharge of Firearms; • Criminal Code; • Firearms Act; • Migratory Birds Convention Act; and • Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act • Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS

BY-LAW NUMBER 2015- 018

A BY-LAW TO REGULATE THE DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS

WHEREAS pursuant to Subsection 11(2) paragraph 6 of the Municipal Act a municipality may pass by-laws to protect the health, safety and well-being of persons;

AND WHEREAS pursuant to Section 119 of the Municipal Act, a municipality may, for the purpose of public safety, prohibit or regulate the discharge of firearms and other similar devices;

AND WHERAS Council of the Township of Lake of Bays has deemed it in the public interest to regulate the discharge of firearms within the Township for the purposes of public safety;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays enacts as follows:

PART #1 – TITLE AND DEFINITIONS

Title

1. This by-law shall be referred to as “The Discharge of Firearms By-law”.

Definitions

2. For the purposes of this By-law, including in the Recitals and the Definitions,

a) “Agent” means a person authorized by the Regulations under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act to act as an agent for a landowner to kill, capture or harass wildlife for the protection of property and includes:

i. Trappers licensed under Ontario Regulation 667/98 (Trapping);

ii. Employees or agents of a member of the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals under the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.36 or any amending or successor legislation;

iii. Members of a landowner’s immediate family acting on behalf of the landowner on the landowner’s own land;

iv. Persons whose business is primarily the business of removing nuisance wildlife if they harass wildlife or if they capture and release it if it is capable of being released;

v. Employees or agents of a municipality whose responsibility relates to wildlife control; and

vi. Persons who hold a valid class H1 outdoors card issued under Ontario Regulation 665/98, for the purposes of killing or harassing the wildlife but not capturing it.

b) “Business” meansDraft a person who carries on a business that includes the manufacture, assembly, possession, purchase, sale, importation, exportation, display, repair, restoration, maintenance, storage, alteration, pawn brokering, transportation, shipping, distribution or delivery of firearms, and ammunition for firearms.

c) “By-law Enforcement Officer” means the By-Law Enforcement Officer for the Township of Lake of Bays.

d) “Community Designation ” means the community areas as defined in the Township of Lake of Bays Comprehensive Zoning and Development Permit By-laws as per Schedule “B”.

e) “Conservation Officer” means a Conservation Officer or Deputy Conservation Officer appointed pursuant to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.

f) “Council” means the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays.

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h) “Educational Property” includes school facilities operated by a school board, a private school, a university, a provincial college, a private college or an outdoor area owned by the school when in use for instructional purposes whether or not the area is adjacent to a school building.

i) “Farming and Food Production Protection Act” means the Farming and Food Production Protection Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, c. 1, or any amending or successor legislation.

j) “Firearm” means shotguns, rifles, or any class thereof and includes anything that can be adapted for use as a Firearm.

k) “Firearms Act” means the Firearms Act S.C. 1995, c. 39, or any amending or successor legislation.

l) “Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act” means the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997, S.O. 1997 c. 41, or any amending or successor legislation.

m) “Migratory Birds Convention Act” means the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994, S. C. 1994, c. 22, or any amending or successor legislation.

n) “Municipal Act” means the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 45, or any amending or successor legislation.

o) “Normal Farm Practice”, as defined in the Farming and Food Production Protection Act, means a practice which is conducted in a manner consistent with proper and acceptable customs and standards, as established and followed by similar agricultural operations under similar cirumstances, or makes use of innovative technology in a manner consistent with proper advanced farm management practices, and includes any practice which may be recognized as such by the Normal Farm Practices Protection Board.

p) “Park” includes open space, private and/or public park and means an area open to the public used for sports, picnic, and like activities.

q) “Peace Officer” means a member of a regional, provincial or federal police force or the Canadian Armed Forces.

r) “Person” means an individual, firm, corporation, business, association or partnership.

s) “Property” means any parcel of land and any buildings or structures on the land and includes a portion of property.

t) “Protection of Property” means the killing, capturing or harassing of wildlife found damaging or destroying property on a person’s own land, or, that a person believes, on reasonable and probable grounds, is about to damage or destroy property on their own land.

u) “Public Road” a year round or seasonally road maintained by the Township of Lake of Bays, District of Muskoka or Ministry of Transportation. Draft v) “Recreational Purposes” means target shooting, skeet shooting, sighting your rifle, training of animals or similar activity.

w) “Township” means the geographic area comprising the Township of Lake of Bays.

x) “Trapper” means a person licensed by the Ministry of Natural Resources in accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997 and Regulations to hunt and trap fur- bearing mammals.

y) “Zone” means a zone as designated in the Township Comprehensive Zoning and Development Permit By-laws, as amended, pursuant to the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13.

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PART #2 – APPLICATION OF THE BY-LAW

Interpretation

3. For the purposes of this by-law:

Word Usage

a) Words in singular shall be deemed to include plural and words in plural shall be deemed to include singular and this By-law shall be interpreted with all changes in gender or number as the context may require;

b) Unless otherwise defined herein, the words and phrases used in this By-law have their normal and ordinary meaning;

c) Headings are inserted for convenience and reference purposes only, form no part of this By-law and shall not affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of the provisions of this By-law; and

d) Reference to any Act, Regulation, By-law, or Agreement is a reference to that Act, Regulation, By-law, or Agreement as it is amended or re-enacted from time to time.

Application

4. The provisions of this By-law shall apply to all discharges of Firearms within the boundaries of the Township of Lake of Bays.

5. Nothing in this By-law shall be interpreted as reducing or eliminating the need for full compliance with the provisions of all applicable Federal and Provincial statutes and associated Regulations, including but not limited to the following:

a) Criminal Code;

b) Firearms Act;

c) Migratory Birds Convention Act; and

d) Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act

Conflict

6. Where this By-law conflicts, or is deemed to conflict, with any applicable Federal or Provincial statute, the provisions of such Federal or Provincial statute shall prevail.

Severability

7. If a court of competent jurisdiction declares any section or part of a section of this By-law to be invalid, such section or part of a section shall not be construed as having persuaded or influenced Council to passDraft the remainder of this By-law, and the remainder of the By-law shall be valid and remain in force.

PART #3 – GENERAL PROVISIONS

Prohibitions

8. No Person shall discharge a Firearm in the Township except in accordance with this By-law.

9. No Person shall discharge any Firearm in the Township upon lands outside the Community Designation except:

a) When lawfully hunting as per the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, or

b) For recreational purposes;

i. On a lot greater than 2 hectares (4.9 acres);

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ii. A minimum setback of 30 metres (98 feet) from the edge of the travels portion of a public road; and

iii. Not within 100 metres (338 feet) of any lake with more than 2 lots under separate ownership.

10. No Person shall discharge any Firearm in the Township upon lands within the Community Designation except:

a) When lawfully hunting as per the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act; and

b) On a lot greater than 3 hectares (7.4 acres).

. 11. No Person shall discharge any Firearm in the Township upon lands except a land owner, tenant, Agent authorized by the land owner or tenant, or a Person with the land owner or tenant’s permission.

Exceptions

12. This By-law shall not apply to the discharge of a Firearm:

a) For the Protection of Property from nuisance wildlife that may be killed or harassed in accordance with the Ontario Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act or a permit issued under the Canada Migratory Birds Regulations and a maximum of only five (5) rounds being fired in a twenty four (24) period;

b) Undertaken as a Normal Farm Practice;

c) Upon properties being used for agriculture purposes and the owner or tenant possesses a valid Farm Business Registration Number;

d) By any Peace Officer, By-law Enforcement Officer, Conservation Officer or Deputy Conservation Officer acting in the course of their duty under the authority of their employment;

e) At a facility operated or utilized by Peace Officers for training purposes;

f) At a lawful shooting range, paintball club, skeet club or at a shooting meet which has been authorized by the Township;

g) At an Educational Property used for instruction in the proper use of Firearms;

h) At a federally regulated and licensed Business, the use and location of which is lawful and in accordance with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws; and

i) By a PersonDraft firing blank ammunition for the purposes of:

i. a ceremonial event, historical display or educational program;

ii. a theatrical film or television production;

iii. a sporting event; or

iv. driving off nuisance wildlife with a maximum number of only five (5) rounds being fired in 24 hour period.

Grant of Exemption by Council

13. Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law, any Person may make application to Council to be granted an exemption from any of the provisions of this By-law with respect to the discharge of Firearms and Council, by resolution, may grant or refuse to grant the

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14. In deciding whether to grant an exemption, Council shall give the applicant and any other Persons an opportunity to be heard and may consider such other information and matters as it considers appropriate.

15. A breach by the applicant of any of the terms or conditions of any exemption granted by Council shall render the exemption immediately null and void and of no force or effect.

PART #4 – ENFORCEMENT

16. The provisions of this By-law may be enforced by a Peace Officer or any other Person appointed to enforce by-laws for the Township.

Power of Entry

17. The Township may enter onto a property at any reasonable time for the purpose of carrying out an inspection to determine whether or not the following are being complied with:

a) The provisions of this By-law;

b) An order issued under this By-law; or

c) An order made under section 431 of the Municipal Act.

18. Where an inspection is conducted by the Township, the Person conducting the inspection may:

a) Require the production for inspection of documents or things relevant to the inspection;

b) Inspect and remove documents or things relevant to the inspection for the purpose of making copies or extracts;

c) Require information from any Person concerning a matter related to the inspection including their name, address, phone number and identification; and

d) Alone or in conjunction with a Person possessing special or expert knowledge, make examinations or take tests, samples or photographs necessary for the purposes of the inspection.

19. The Township may undertake an inspection pursuant to an order issued under section 438 of the Municipal Act.

20. The Township’s power of entry may be exercised by a Peace Officer or any other Person appointed to enforce by-laws for the Township.

21. Every person who hinders or obstructs an Enforcement Officer (By-law Enforcement Officer, Conservation Officer, Peace Officer) lawfully carrying out the enforcement of this by-law is guilty of an offence. Draft

Penalty

22. Every person who contravenes any provision of this by-law is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable to a fine as provided for in the Provincial Offences Act R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33.

23. Every person guilty of an offence under this by-law may, if permitted under the Provincial Offences Act, pay a set fine and the Chief Judge of the Ontario Court Provincial division, shall be requested to establish set fines in accordance with Schedule “A” attached to this by- law.

24. If this By-law is contravened and a conviction entered, the Court may also order that the Place of Business or the Premises or any part of the Premises be closed to any use for a period not exceeding two (2) years.

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a) “Multiple offence” means an offence in respect of two or more acts or omissions each of which separately constitutes an offence and is a contravention of the same provision of this By-law; and

b) An offence is a second or subsequent offence if the act giving rise to the offence occurred after a conviction had been entered at an earlier date for the same offence.

Schedules to this By-law

26. Schedules inclusive attached hereto shall form part of this By-law.

• Schedule “A” Set Fines • Schedule “B” Community Designation

READ a FIRST, SECOND and THIRD time and FINALLY PASSED this ______day of

______, 2015.

______Robert Young, Mayor

______Carrie Sykes, Clerk

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SCHEDULE “A” - Set Fines Schedule Part 1 Provincial Offences Act

Column 2 Column 3 Column 1 Item Provision Creating or Set Fine Short Form Wording Defining Offence

Discharge firearm outside of community 1 designation for recreation purpose on a Part 3, Section 9 b) i) $250 lot under 2 hectares in size.

Discharge firearm outside of community 2 designation for recreation purpose Part 3, Section 9 b) ii) $250 within 30 metres of a public road Discharge firearm outside of community designation for recreation purpose Part 3, Section 9 b) iii) $250 3 within 100 metres of a lake

Discharge firearm within community designation lawfully hunting on a lot less Part 3, Section 10 a) $250 4 than 3 hectares

Discharge firearm within community 5 designation and not lawfully hunting Part 3, Section 10 b) $250

6 Hinder or obstruct Enforcement Officer Part 4, Section 21 $500

Note: The general penalty provision for the offences listed above is Sections 22 to 25 of Bylaw 2015-018 a certified copy of which has been filed.

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Baysville

Identifies the Community Designation for Baysville

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: M. Wilmon, Building Official/By-law Enforcement Officer DATE: February 17, 2015 RE: Request for Exemption to Sign By-law #07-137 (McKenzie) Stone Ridge Chalet - Bed & Breakfast

RECOMMENDATION: WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Request for Exemption to Sign By-law #07-137 (McKenzie) Stone Ridge Chalet - Bed & Breakfast”, dated February 17, 2015; and BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council grant exemption to Schedule F “Designated Scenic Corridor”; and AND FURTHER THAT Council delegate authority to staff to permit issuance of a sign permit for Stone Ridge Chalet.ca as per submitted sign applications and are conditional upon the applicant obtaining authorization/permits from the Ministry of Transportation.

ORIGIN: Request from Rod & Linda McKenzie of Stone Ridge Chalet (Bed & Breakfast) Roll #030-001-05300.

ANALYSIS: This exemption is requested for the installation of a 1ft x 4ft Ground (location) sign for Stone Ridge Chalet.ca at 20247 Hwy 35, Concession A, Lot 6 Ridout Ward.

As per section 46 of Sign By-law #07-137, The Township may authorize minor variances from this by-law if in the opinion of the Township the general intent and purpose of this by-law is maintained. The exemption approval and issuance of the Township sign permits will be based on approval/issuance of sign permit from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO). The Township sign permit will not be available until the applicant provides the Township with proof of issuance of sign permit from the MTO. See attached site sketches (Appendix “A”) for sign locations & sign photograph.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: None

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ALTERNATIVES:

• Permit the exemption as requested.

• Allow exemption and reduce the requested sign size.

• Deny exemption request.

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community; • Protect, preserve and promote our healthy natural environment; and

Prepared by, Approved by,

______Mike Wilmon Stephen Watson Building Official/By-law Enforcement Officer Director of Building and By-law services

Reviewed by,

______Michelle Percival Chief Administrative Officer

REFERENCES:

Township of Lake of Bays Sign By-law #07-137

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS

REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council

FROM: Carrie Sykes, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk th DATE: February 17 , 2015

RE: Christmas Schedule – 2015 Hours of Operation

RECOMMENDATION:

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receives the staff report “Christmas Schedule – 2015 Hours of Operation” dated February 17th, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the closing of the municipal office to the public from 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 24th, 2015 to re-open on Monday, January 4th, 2016 at 8:30 a.m.

ORIGIN:

Pursuant to Policy HR 1.4 (vacation), staff is required to submit their vacation requests in writing to their department head by March 31st of each year.

The following report is prepared annually for Council’s consideration.

ANALYSIS:

The Township of Lake of Bays municipal office, as in the past, has been closed to the public during the week of Christmas and has worked very well. The office will be open for staff only without available vacation time. The following is a proposed schedule for the 2015 Christmas Holidays:

Thursday, December 24, 2015 Open until 4:00 pm Friday, December 25, 2015 Christmas Day (statutory holiday) Saturday, December 26, 2015 Weekend - Boxing Day (statutory holiday) Sunday, December 27, 2015 Weekend Monday, December 28, 2015 Statutory Holiday (in lieu of Boxing Day) Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Closed to public Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Closed to public Thursday, December 31, 2015 Closed to public Friday, January 1, 2016 New Year’s Day (statutory holiday)

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FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Not applicable

ALTERNATIVES:

Option 1 – Approve the office closure for the week of Christmas holidays

Option 2 – Approve the office closure for the two statutory holidays (Monday, December 28, 2015 and Friday, January 1, 2016) and opening to the public for the three (3) days in between.

LINKAGE TO COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report as presented follows the following Strategic Priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community

Respectfully submitted by, Approved by,

Carrie Sykes, Dipl. M.A., CMO Michelle Percival, CMO, CMMIII Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Chief Administrative Officer

REFERENCES:

Employment Standards Act, S.O. 2000, c.41 Township policy HR-1.4 (Vacation)

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS

BY-LAW NUMBER 2015-022

BEING A BY-LAW OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPMENT CHARGES

WHEREAS the Township of Lake of Bays will experience growth through development and redevelopment;

AND WHEREAS development requires the provision of physical and social services by the Township of Lake of Bays;

AND WHEREAS Council desires to ensure that the capital cost of meeting growth-related demands for or burden on municipal services does not place an excessive financial burden on the Township of Lake of Bays or its existing taxpayers while at the same time ensuring new taxpayers contribute no more than the net capital cost attributable to providing the current level of municipal services;

AND WHEREAS the Development Charges Act, S.O. 1997, c.27, permits Council to pass by-laws for the imposition of development charges if development of land within the Township of Lake of Bays is for uses which would increase the need for municipal services and any one or more of the actions set out in subsection 3(1) of the Development Charges Act, S.O. 1997, are required for such development;

AND WHEREAS Council had before it a report entitled the “Development Charges Background Study” submitted by Hemson Consulting Ltd. dated January 19th, 2015 (the “Study”);

AND WHEREAS Council by passing this by-law adopts the capital program contained in the Study subject to annual budget review;

AND WHEREAS Council has considered the comments of the public at a public meeting duly called on rd February 3 , 2015 to consider the enactment of a By-law under the Development Charges Act, S.O. 1997;

NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:

1. In this By-law:

1.1. Act means the Development Charges Act, S.O. 1997, c.27;

1.2. Agricultural Use means a use of land, buildings or structures for the purpose of growing crops, fruit farming, market gardening, dairying, animal husbandry, poultry or beekeeping and such uses, structures and buildings as are customarily related to a farming operations, but does not include a Dwelling Unit;

1.3. Apartment Unit means a Dwelling Unit in a Residential Building containing four or more Dwelling Units, where the Dwelling Units are connected by an internal corridor;

1.4. Bedroom (BR) includes any room which can be used as sleeping quarters but does not include a kitchen, bathroom, living room or dining room;

1.5. Board of Education is a board defined in subsection 1 (1) of the Education Act R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2

1.6. Capital Cost means costs incurred or proposed to be incurred by a municipality or a local board or commission thereof directly or under an agreement:

1.6.1. to acquire land or an interest in land,

1.6.2. to improve lands and infrastructure,

1.6.3. to acquire, construct or improve buildings and structures,

1.6.4. to acquire, construct or improve facilities including,

1.6.4.1. rolling stock, furniture and equipment, and

1.6.4.2. materials acquired for circulation, reference or information purposes by a library board as defined in the Public Libraries Act, 1998, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.44 and

1.6.5. to undertake studies in connection with any of the matters in sections 1.6.1

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through 1.6.4, required for the provision of services designated,

1.7. Commercial Use means the use of land, structures or buildings for the purposes of buying or selling commodities and services, but does not include Industrial Use or Agricultural Use, but does include hotels, motels, motor inns and boarding, lodging and rooming houses;

1.8. Council means the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays;

1.9. Development includes redevelopment;

1.10. Development Charge means a charge imposed with respect to Development-Related Net Capital Costs against land pursuant to the provisions of the within By-law;

1.11. Growth-Related Net Capital Cost means the portion of the Net Capital Cost of services that is reasonably attributable to the need for such Net Capital Cost that results or will result from new Development in all or a defined part of the Township of Lake of Bays;

1.12. Dwelling Unit means one or more habitable rooms designed or intended for use as an independent and separate unit in which separate kitchen and sanitary facilities are provided for the exclusive use of the household with a private entrance from outside the building or from a common hallway or stairway inside the building. This does not include the Dwelling Unit commonly referred to as garden suite;

1.13. Existing means the number, use and size that existed as of the date this by-law was passed;

1.14. Industrial Use means the use of land, buildings or structures designed for the purpose of manufacturing, assembling, making, preparing, inspecting, ornamenting, finishing, treating, altering, repairing, warehousing or storing or adapting for sale of any goods, substance, article or thing, or any part thereof, and the storage of building and construction equipment and materials, as distinguished from the buying and selling of commodities and the supplying of personal services. This definition does not include Agriculture Use;

1.15. Institutional Use means the use of land, buildings, structures or part thereof used by any organization, group or association for promotion of charitable, educational or benevolent objectives and not for profit or gain;

1.16. Local Board means a school board, public utility commission, transportation commission, public library board, board of park management, local board of health, board of commissioners of police, planning board, or any other board, commission, committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of the Township of Lake of Bays or any part or parts thereof;

1.17. Local Services means those services, facilities or things which are within the boundaries of, about or are necessary to connect lands to Services and an application has been made in respect of the lands under sections 50 and 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13;

1.18. Multiple means a Residential Building of not more than two storeys containing three or more Dwelling Units, or any Residential Building containing between three and six Dwelling Units;

1.19. MPAC means the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation;

1.20. Net Capital Cost means the Capital Cost less capital grants, subsidies and other contributions made to the Township or that the Council of the municipality anticipates will be made, including conveyances or payments under sections 41, 50 and 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13, in respect of the Capital Cost;

1.21. Non-Residential Use includes Commercial, Industrial and Institutional uses;

1.22. Owner means the owner of land or a person who has made application for an approval for the development of land for which a Development Charge is imposed;

1.23. Regulation means Ontario Regulation (O. Reg.) 82/98;

1.24. Residential Building means a building, occupied or capable of being occupied, as a home, residence or sleeping place by one or more persons, containing one or more Dwelling Units but not including motels, hotels, tents, truck campers, tourist trailers,

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mobile camper trailers or boarding, lodging or rooming houses, but shall include Units in a resort setting;

1.25. Residential Use means the use of a building or structure or portion thereof for one or more Dwelling Units;

1.26. Services means those services, facilities, accommodations and things shown on Schedule “A” to this by-law;

1.27. Servicing Agreement means an agreement to provide municipal services by the Township of Lake of Bays to specified lands within the municipality;

1.28. Services in Lieu means those Services specified in a Servicing Agreement made under section 14 of this by-law;

1.29. Single or Semi Detached Dwelling Unit means a Dwelling Unit in a detached dwelling unit, a semi-detached dwelling unit, or a duplex.

1.30. Township means The Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays;

1.31. Unit includes a Dwelling Unit and Apartment Unit;

2. Council hereby determines that the development of land, buildings or structures for Residential and Non-residential uses will require the provision, enlargement, or expansion of the Services on Schedule “A” hereto. By-law 10-31 is thereby be repealed on the effective date of this By-law.

3. Council hereby imposes the Development Charges shown on Schedules “B1” and “B2” to defray the Growth-Related Net Capital Cost of providing, enlarging, or expanding the Services shown on Schedule “A”.

4. Applicable Lands:

4.1. This By-law applies to all lands in the Township of Lake of Bays whether or not the land or use thereof is exempt from taxation under the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.A.31;

4.2. Notwithstanding section 4.1 above, the following uses are exempt from development charges:

4.2.1. A Board of Education;

4.2.2. The Township or any local board or commission thereof;

4.2.3. The District Municipality of Muskoka or any local board thereof;

4.2.4. Agricultural uses;

4.2.5. Buildings or structures owned by a hospital approved as a public hospital under the Public Hospitals Act, R.S.O. 1990. c. P.40 when used for public hospital services; and

4.2.6. The development of a cemetery and burial ground exempt from taxation under section 3 of the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.A.31;

5. Exemption Relating to the Creation of Additional Dwelling Units:

5.1. No Development Charge shall be imposed when an existing Dwelling Unit is enlarged, or one or two additional Dwelling Units are being added to an existing single detached dwelling unless the total gross floor area of the additional one or two dwellings exceeds the gross floor area of the existing dwelling.

5.2. For all Residential Uses other than a single detached dwelling, no Development Charge shall be imposed when one additional Dwelling Unit is being added to an existing Residential Building unless the gross floor area of the additional unit exceeds the gross floor area of the smallest Dwelling Unit contained in the Residential Building.

6. Exemption Relating to Industrial Development:

6.1. If the gross floor area of an existing industrial building on a lot is enlarged by 50 per cent or less, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is zero;

6.2. If the gross floor area of an existing industrial building is enlarged by more than 50 per

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cent, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is the amount of the development charge that would otherwise be payable multiplied by the fraction determined as follows:

6.2.1. determine the amount by which the enlargement exceeds 50 per cent of the total gross floor area before the enlargement;

6.2.2. divide the amount determined under paragraph 6.2.1 by the amount of the enlargement.

7. Development Charge Credits for Demolition

7.1. If a development or redevelopment involves the demolition of and replacement of a building or structure, or the conversion from one principal use to another, credit shall be allowed against the development charges otherwise payable, provided that where a demolition permit or other planning approval related to the demolition of a building or structure on the site has been issued and not revoked.

7.2. A building permit must be issued for the development or redevelopment within five years from the date of the demolition permit or other planning approval related to the demolition of the building or structure.

7.3. The credit shall be calculated:

7.3.1. for any portion of a building or structure used for residential uses, based on the number of dwelling units demolished and/or converted multiplied by the applicable residential development charge in place at the time the development charge is payable; and/or

7.3.2. for any portion of a building or structure used for non-residential uses, based on the total floor area of the building demolished and/or converted multiplied by the current retail and/or other non-residential development charge in place at the time the development charge is payable.

7.4. The credit can, in no case, exceed the amount of the development charge that would otherwise be payable.

7.5. This section does not apply and no credit shall be given where the demolished building or structure, or part thereof, would have been exempt from this By-law.

8. Affordable Housing Policies

8.1. The purpose of this section herein is to encourage the development of affordable housing in Lake of Bays. In administering the provisions of these sections, regard shall be had for the said purpose.

8.2. Applications for refunds shall be evaluated in sequence in order of receipt.

8.3. An application under section 8 of this by-law shall be deemed to have been received by the Township on the date that the application is complete.

8.4. Applications for refunds under this section may only be granted if:

8.4.1. the criteria in this section have been met; and

8.4.2. Township Council has, in the year the application is received, budgeted sufficient funds to accommodate the potential refund of the amounts otherwise due under this by-law.

8.5. For the purposes of section 8 herein and Schedules "C1" and "C2":

8.5.1. "Affordable housing" means development meeting the criteria set forth in Schedule "C1" hereto; and

8.5.2. Where a dollar amount is specified, the reference means the current value assessment as determined by MPAC from time to time.

8.6. It is acknowledged that the for the purpose of this section the determination as to whether or not a person has built affordable housing cannot be made until the housing has:

8.6.1. Either received an occupancy permit or is in fact occupied by an owner or tenant; and

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8.6.2. Has been assessed by MPAC.

8.7. Where a person is proposing to develop affordable housing, the person may, prior to applying for a building permit, make a request to the Township for a future refund of payment of the development charges applicable to the proposed affordable housing to be issued when the development is completed. Any such request shall include sufficient detail so that a determination as to whether or not the proposed development qualifies as affordable housing as defined in this section. In the event that a request does not contain the required information, the request shall be rejected.

8.8. Subject to section 8.2 where it is determined by the Township Treasurer that the proposed development meets the criteria in Schedule "C1", upon signature of a Development Charges Refund Agreement in a form acceptable to the Township Treasurer, the development charges to be refunded shall be determined in accordance with Schedule "B1" less the amount permitted to be refunded in accordance with Schedule "C2".

8.9. The refund period shall terminate at the earlier of:

8.9.1. At the time MPAC assesses the housing unit; or

8.9.2. Eighteen (18) months from the date the refund agreement is entered into.

8.10. In the event that the refund period terminates on the basis of section 8.9 and the affordable housing unit does not, at the end of the refund period, meet the criteria in Schedule "C1", no refund shall be given.

8.11. In the event that there is any dispute as to the amount, if any, that is to be refunded at the expiry of the refund period, the amount payable shall be determined by the Township Treasurer whose decision shall be final.

8.12. The dollar amounts set forth in Schedules "C1" and "C2" may be indexed as follows:

8.12.1. indexing, if any, may be done in any year that MPAC has completed a general reassessment at the same time as indexing of amounts in Schedules "B1" and "B2” is done under section 13 of this by-law: and

8.12.2. indexing may be done in accordance with average increase in value for the previous year or years in the assessment of the types of housing described in Schedule “C1”;

9. In the case of a Development containing more than one use or category of use shown on Schedules “B1” and “B2” hereto, each such use shall bear its applicable Development Charge in the proportion that the gross floor area of such use or category of use bears to the total gross floor area of the Development, or that the total acres of such use or category of use bears to the total acres of the Development.

10. Collection of Development Charges:

10.1. The whole of the Development Charge imposed hereunder shall be calculated and paid in full on the date a building permit under the Building Code Act, S.O. 1992, c.23, is issued in respect of the building or structure for the use to which the Development Charge hereunder applies.

10.2. No building permit shall be issued for any building or structure in respect of which the Development Charge applicable hereunder remains unpaid.

11. Nothing in this by-law prevents Council from requiring, as a condition of approval under section 50, or section 53, of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13, that the Owner, at his own expense, install such local services as Council may require or that the Owner install local connections to municipal services at the Owner’s expense.

12. Council may enter into front-ending or credit agreements in accordance with the provisions of the Act and Regulations.

13. The Development Charges established hereunder may be indexed without amendment to this By- law annually, on the 31st day of December in each year commencing on December 31, 2015, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly, Construction Price Statistics (Catalogue 62- 007) as prescribed by the Regulation.

14. Services in Lieu Agreements:

14.1. Council, by written agreement, may permit an Owner to commute the whole or such part

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of the Development Charge applicable to the Owner’s development as may be specified in the agreement, by the provision at the Owner’s sole expense of Services in Lieu. Such agreement shall further specify that where the Owner provides Services in Lieu in accordance with the agreement, Council shall give to the Owner a credit against the Development Charge otherwise applicable to his Development equal to the reasonable cost of providing the Services in Lieu.

14.2. In any agreement made under section 14.1 Council may also give a further credit equal to the Owner’s reasonable cost of providing Services in addition to or of a greater size or capacity than would be required under this By-law.

14.3. Any dispute as to the reasonable cost of providing the Services in Lieu or the Services mentioned in section 9(i) above shall be referred to the Township’s Superintendent of Public Works whose decision shall be final and binding.

15. A copy of this By-law may be registered against such lands in the Township of Lake of Bays as Council, by resolution, from time to time, may direct.

16. Any amount of Development Charge, which remains unpaid after the date specified in section 10 shall be added to the tax roll and collected as unpaid taxes.

17. Where any unpaid Development Charges are collected as taxes under section 16 above, the money so collected shall be credited to the said reserve funds in the proportions of each service identified in Schedule “A”;

18. The Treasurer of the Township of Lake of Bays shall administer this By-law.

19. Any agreement made under Sections 50 or 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13 before the date this By-law comes into force which provides for the payment of a lot levy, capital contribution or other charge shall remain in full force and effect and be enforceable according to its terms.

19.1. The Treasurer, in calculating the Development Charge payable under section 3 above, shall deduct from the Development Charge otherwise payable any amount paid pursuant to an agreement mentioned in section 19 above, where there is no conflict or the amount specified in the agreement if there is a conflict.

19.2. Where an impost fee, lot creation fee or development charge was collected or is to be collected as a condition for a lot created by consent pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c.P.13 then no development charge shall be imposed.

20. Council directs the Treasurer to create individual reserve funds, separate from the other reserve funds of the municipality, and record each of the services listed in Schedule “A” to this By-law. The Treasurer shall deposit the Development Charges received under this By-law into the appropriate reserve fund thus created and shall pay from the appropriate reserve fund any amounts necessary to defray the Net Capital Cost of the Service.

21. This By-law shall continue in force and effect for a term of five (5) years from the date of its passage.

22. The Treasurer of the Township of Lake of Bays shall, in each year on or before March 31, furnish to Council a statement in respect of the reserve funds for the prior year established hereunder containing the information required under the Regulations.

23. If this by-law is amended or repealed by Council or the Ontario Municipal Board, the Treasurer shall determine within 30 days of the amendment or repeal whether any owner has overpaid in respect of the development charge payable hereunder immediately prior to the repeal or amendment of this by-law and if such an overpayment has been made the Treasurer shall calculate the amount of such overpayment.

23.1. Any overpayment determined under section 23 above shall be paid to the person who made the payment by his or her last known address within 30 days of the date of the repeal or amendment of this By-law.

23.2. The refund payable under section 23 above shall be paid with interest calculated from the date upon which the overpayment was collected to the date on which the refund is made. Such interest shall be paid at the Bank of Canada Rate in effect from time to time from the date of enactment of this by-law.

24. Development Charges described in Schedules “B1” and “B2” are effective on March 28, 2015.

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READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 17th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2015.

______Deputy Mayor - Nancy Tapley Clerk - Carrie Sykes

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SCHEDULE “A”

Services recovered for under this By-law:

Service Residential Share Non-Residential Share of Total Charge of Total Charge

Fire Services 18.7% 21.9% Library Services 15.0% 0.0% Parks & Recreation 0.0% 0.0% Roads: Buildings & Fleet 50.2% 59.0% General Government 16.1% 19.1% Roads & Related 0.0% 0.0% Total 100.0% 100.0%

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SCHEDULE “B1”

Residential Development Charges

Residential Charge By Unit Type Service Singles & Rows & Other Apartments Apartments Semis Multiples 2BR or More 1BR or less

Fire Services $397 $378 $320 $249

Library Services $319 $304 $257 $200

Parks & Recreation $0 $0 $0 $0

Roads: Buildings & Fleet $1,068 $1,017 $861 $670

General Government $343 $327 $277 $215

Roads & Related $0 $0 $0 $0

TOTAL CHARGE $2,127 $2,026 $1,715 $1,334

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SCHEDULE “B2”

Non-Residential Development Charges

Per Square Service Metre of Gross Floor Area

Fire Services $3.89

Library Services $0.00

Parks & Recreation $0.00

Roads: Buildings & Fleet $10.48

General Government $3.39

Roads & Related $0.00

TOTAL CHARGE $17.76

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SCHEDULE “C1”

Eligibility Limits for Affordable Housing

ELIGIBILITY LIMITS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Development Form Eligibility Criteria

Single and Semi Detached i. Building together with lot would not have an assessed value greater than $235,000. ii. The premises are for permanent residential occupancy.

Rows and Other Multiples i. Building together with lot would not have an assessed value of greater than $215,000 per unit. ii. The premises are for permanent residential occupancy.

Apartments 2BR or More i. Building together with lot would not have an assessed value of greater than $190,000 per unit. ii. The premises are for permanent residential occupancy.

Apartments 1BR or Less i. Building together with lot would not have an assessed value of greater than $180,000 per unit. ii. The premises are for permanent residential occupancy.

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SCHEDULE “C2”

Percentages of Development Charges Permitted to be Refunded for Affordable Housing Units

PERCENTAGES OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES PERMITTED TO BE REFUNDED FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS Form Value Percentage of amount otherwise payable permitted to be refunded

Single and Semi Detached $235,000 or less 100% over $235,000 0 - no refund permitted

Rows and Other Multiples $215,000 or less 100% over $215,000 0 - no refund permitted

Apartments 2BR or More $190,000 or less 100% over $190,000 0 - no refund permitted

Apartments 1BR or Less $180,000 or less 100% over $180,000 0 - no refund permitted

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Morris Bryant, Supervisor of Parks and Facilities DATE February 17, 2015 RE: Norway Point Dock Removal

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Norway Point Dock Removal”, dated February 17, 2015.

ORIGIN: Request from Council on resolution #6(h)(iv)/01/20/15 – Staff to provide a multi-year plan to remove the Norway Point East Docks, while repairing for safety.

ANALYSIS:

• 2015- Removal of first finger dock by staff. Cost below includes staff time, equipment usage and estimated disposal fees.

• 2016- Removal of second finger dock by staff includes items as above but increased amount of material.

• 2017-Removal of third finger dock. This would be tendered out because of deeper water and bigger cribs. Cannot be handled by staff.

• 2018- Removal of fourth finger dock. Estimated cost is for this dock and six foot cribs, four feet deep. At this point all that remains is the long dock.

• 2019- Removal of the final long dock. This could be delayed if still in operable condition. Warning lights would require to be retained until final removal. This would be required to be tendered.

The annual repairs required for safety have been an on-going expense and should be able to be absorbed in the parks and recreation operating budget.

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Year Description of Work Estimated Cost 2015 Remove first finger $1,800 2016 Remove second finger $2,275 2017 Remove third finger $10,000 2018 Remove fourth finger $16,000 2019 Complete removal $89,000 Total Project $119,075

These expenditures could be funded by the Parks Fund, assuming the required amount remains in the fund, but will require accounting handling as an expense rather than capitalized project.

ALTERNATIVES:

Not applicable

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report as presented represents the following strategic priorities: • Engage and communicate openly with the community. • Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning.

Prepared by, Reviewed by,

______Morris Bryant Michelle Percival, CMMIII, CMO Supervisor of Parks and Facilities Chief Administrative Officer

Reviewed by,

______Tom Gefucia Treasurer

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS REPORT

TO: Mayor Young and Members of Council FROM: Tom Gefucia - Treasurer : February 17, 2015 DATE RE: Statement of Financial Activities for the Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2014

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays receive the staff report “Statement of Financial Activities for the Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2014”, dated February 17, 2015.

ORIGIN:

Request from Council

ANALYSIS:

Report legend: Negative revenue means revenue under budget Negative expenses means expenses over budget

Operations: Revenue Expenses

Council • Transfer from Election Reserve and total estimated $30,000 $-30,182 Election cost , reduction in IT cost based on District spending on vision exercise and chamber artwork

Clerks • Licence of occupation and application fees $30,823 projected to be above budget

Finance • Gain on disposal of grader $35,429 • Finanace expenses mainly computer services $18,430 • Lease and interest revenue and penalty and interest $37,061 above budget • Revenue from reserve funds not required $-128,426 above budget

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Revenue Expenses Taxation • Supplementary taxation revenue (2 runs) $29,075

Municipal Office

• R&M building savings not offset by cleaning wages $-7,076 given money spent on A/C system Fire • Revenue for administration fee and donations $40,250 $-53,995 Donations transfer to reserves and pump repair Fire Station 20, savings on health spending account Donation and cost of fireworks WSIB charges increased by $18,500 based on a claim honoured from previous years when LOB was a schedule 2 employer

Building • Permit revenue over budget $57,915 $-57,915 Insurance costs increase by $ 10,000 based on claim deductibles paid , balance to reserve

Bylaw • Revenue above budget and reduction in loan payments $5,174 $10,598

Public Works • Pit rehab funding will put revenues above budget $7,100 • Anticipated savings on material & supplies – Vehicles $29,223 • Anticipated savings on subcontracting $73,305 • Equipment loan taken later than budgeted $23,729 • Anticipated savings on legal and WSIB(previous credit used) $18,656 • Transfer to Pit Rehab reserve not budgeted $-13,849 • Equipment rental above budget but offset by activity cost $33,261 $-32,330 • Balance of Public Works expenses $-16,904

Emergency Services • Estimated savings from closure of emergency trailer $10,299 as well as consolidation of exercises and training This is offset by the demolish/backup server move in capital

Parks • Donation and reserve revenue above budget $5,413 $-11,469 Vehicle expense and cost related to donations and Reserve revenues above budget increased labour in parks

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Revenue Expenses Lake of Bays Community Center • Revenues over budget and expenses underbudget $13,617 $5,321

Senior Centers • Baysville donation and electrical work completed $1,200 $2,969 (Donation of $ 800 - budgeted $200) Dwight donation $ 1,000 various expense savings

Planning • Revenue and legal fees above budget – OMB hearing $10,401 $-11,050 (Potential offset in legal in other department by Dec 31)

Mayors Golf • Contribution from reserve and payments made $5,156 $-5,156 Funds above reserve charged to LOBCC

Fed Nor Intern • Changes based on timing of hire $-19,563 $21,545

Fed Nor Project • Timing of project purchases behind schedule $-41,502 $46,653

Note: This had been referred to as Economic Development but a new Economic Development Department has been set up for 2015 and moving forward.

Capital:

Administration • Emergency trailer demolition unbudgeted will be expensed $-14,020 This includes moving backup servers to storage building

Fire • Unbudgeted costs for fire dispatch relocation $-19,849

Public Works Equipment • To reflect financing and cost changes for the grader $-16,828 $10,990

Public Works Facilities • Projects not completed Baysville gates and ramps $11000

Public Works Construction • Savings on Road needs and Structure studies and $46,174 sidewalk tenders • Paint Lake Bridge and Cliffdene Culvert over budget $-24,655 • Old 117 rehabilitation over budget $-17,248

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Revenue Expenses • Costs and reserve contribution for 2013 Austin Lane $7,747 $-7,747 relocation project • Reserve contribution Paint Lake Bridge Engineering $34,581

Parks • Moot Lake dock grant from Parks Fund $2,761 $-2,761 • Backhoe/Loader (partially development charges) $-4,870 $6,870 • Balance of Parks projects under budget $-26,223 $24,222

Note overall capital spending within $4,535 of budget despite the addition of nearly $40,000 in unbudgeted projects.

Overall: We show a projected full year surplus of $212,681 at December 31, 2014. This is translated to a surplus of $531,153 on a PSAB basis. It is suggested that any decisions regarding the draft surplus be deferred until the draft audited statement is received which should give more information to facilitate any decision for reserve provisions.

See Appendix “A” for Financial Activities and Appendix “B” for PSAB projection.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Not applicable

ALTERNATIVES:

Not applicable

LINKAGE TO THE COMMUNITY-BASED STRATEGIC PLAN:

This report represents the following strategic priorities:

• Engage and communicate openly with the community; • Develop a sustainable local economy that supports our Vision; • Ensure sound, innovative, transparent financial planning;

Prepared by, Reviewed by,

______Tom Gefucia Michelle Percival Treasurer Chief Administrative Officer

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8 AGENDA ITEM # 7.(a) 1

An open Letter to Mayor Bob Young and Council - Township of Lake of Bays.

From: Residents of Golf Course Road

Monday, February 2, 2015.

New “Roads Needs” Study:

The residents of Golf Course Road have had an opportunity to review the new “Roads Needs” Study conducted by the engineering firm D.M. Wills of Peterborough.

We would like to draw Council’s attention to the following points:

1. There are only 3 Township roads on a priority list for capital improvement: (Wills category 1-5):

- Golf Course Road - Old Hwy 117 (now in the 2nd year of capital improvements) - Harp Lake Road (the .4 km Lake of Bays’ portion)

2. The Wills’ Study does not list the gravel portion of Golf Course Road as a priority. This is, of course, the part of Golf Course Road that was chopped up and granulized by the Township two years ago because that portion of the road had failed.

3. Flooding: The Wills’ Study describes a road as deficient “when a road becomes impassible due to water one or more times a year.” (Section 1.4)

Since there was no discussion in the Wills’ Study regarding flooding on roadways in Lake of Bays, we are assuming the Wills’ engineers were not briefed on continuing flooding problems along Golf Course Road.

There are 2 places along Golf Course Road that now flood on a regular basis. The Public Works Department will have records of the emergency repairs for these flooded areas in the past 2 years.

Capital Budget 2015 – Draft 1

We have also had an opportunity to review the first draft of the capital budget for 2015. No capital improvements are scheduled for Golf Course Road in 2015.

We were surprised to see in that first budget draft, that more than a dozen other roads are proposed for capital improvements in 2015. Yet, except for old Hwy 117 and the .4km of Harp Lake Road, none of the other roads and sidewalks are on the Wills’ Roads Needs Study priority list.

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For more than 4 years, residents of Golf Course Road have been asking to have our road fixed. We have met with Mayor Young, Regional Councilor Shane Baker, and our local Councilors, Ginny Burgess and Nancy Tapley. We have written to Council and appeared as a delegation.

While the Mayor and Councilors have always been sympathetic toward our road problems, Council have essentially said it would rely on professional engineers to determine road priorities. The old McCormick/Rankin Road Needs Study didn’t call for any work to be done on Golf Course Road until 2016.

It is our belief that prioritization has now changed, as evidenced by the new Wills’ Roads Needs Study.

With this new engineering documentation in hand, we would expect that Council will be able to reprioritize and commence on the reconstruction of Golf Course Road this year.

Sincerely,

For the Residents of Golf Course Road

Audrey Coutts Cathy and Patrick Flanagan Nancy and Ron Halmos Cathy and Rob Hurst Julie and Dennis Maxwell Cathy and Paul Singleton Marg and Peter Wood

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From: Tom Campbell [mailto Sent: February-06-15 3:02 PM To: Carrie Sykes Subject: Township of Lake of Bays Veterans & Troops Support/Remembrance Ad - Royal Canadian Legion Importance: High

Hello Mayor Young & Council,

We would like to first Thank the Township of Lake of Bays very much for your consideration with the Military Service Recognition Book.

The Military Service Recognition Book will honour our past and present day Veterans and Troops in print form with full biographies and photographs. To do this, submissions have been collected at local legion branches and with the help of our Veterans, their families and friends, this special publication will be released by September 2015 and in time for the Remembrance Day Ceremonies.

A Minimum 17,500 Copies will be available free of charge for the public at the local branches. Most importantly the Military Service Recognition Book will be provided to Schools and Public libraries to help the younger generation better understand the sacrifices made by our Veterans.

We would be honoured to have the Township of Lake of Bays involved by way of purchasing a Veterans Support/Remembrance Ad. Many have taking this opportunity to thank our Veterans with their message.

Your support at any level would be greatly appreciated. If you any questions, please let me know.

Attached are some samples from other Townships to give you an idea of what kind of support we are receiving and seeking.

Thank you very much.

Best Regards,

Tom Campbell The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command 1-855-241-6967 Campaign Office

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The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command

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The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command is very proud to be printing 17,500 copies of our second annual “Military Service Recognition Book”, scheduled for release by September 2015. This book will assist us in identifying and recognizing many of our Veterans within the Province of Ontario and to serve as a reminder for generations to come, while at the same time assist us in our job as the “Keepers of Remembrance”.

We would like to have your organization’s support for this Remembrance project by sponsoring an advertisement space in our “Military Service Recognition Book.” Proceeds raised from this important project will cover the cost of printing and distributing this unique publication. Additional proceeds received through this program will assist and support many Legion initiatives and to assist our over 400 branches to remain a viable partner in their communities. The Legion is recognized as Canada’s largest Veteran Organization and we are an integral part of the communities we serve. This project ensures the Legion’s continued success in providing these very worthwhile services.

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To: Mr. Stephen Watson Director of Building/By-law Services Mayor Bob Young Members of Council for The Township of Lake of Bays

Re: Proposed Discharge of Firearms bylaw

Mr. Watson, Mayor Young and Members of Council

First I would like to commend you for your consideration of concerns from the residents and users of the Township of Lake of Bays. The current proposed bylaw is significantly improved over the first draft, which shows your willingness to listen to concerns and seek a fair resolution to the issue of firearms use within the township. For this I thank you.

I have only a few concerns with the current draft, which I would like to outline here. I will be unable to attend the meeting on Tuesday February 17 due to work commitments, but I hope that my concerns will be made public.

1. Under the definition for “Firearm”. I am happy to see in the report and recommendations to council by Mr. Watson, that bows will no longer be considered under this bylaw. However, since there are conflicting definitions under other legislation for “Firearm”, I would appreciate seeing the definition in this bylaw specifically exclude bows including cross bows, long bows and compound bows. The reason I ask this is that for the purposes of hunting, as regulated under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act (FWCA), bows are included as a “firearm” to ensure compliance around issues such as having them encased after dark, unloaded in vehicles etc.. That definition is contradictory to the federal Firearms Act which I believe does not include bows under the definition. Since bylaws may outlast councils and bylaw enforcement officers who are aware of the history, it should be made clear in the bylaw what we are regulating. 2. Section 11, which refers to having permission to discharge a firearm on the lands in question. I understand this and agree with respect to patent lands. What I am not clear on is whether it is to be implied that we all have permission to discharge a firearm on provincial crown lands. Certainly the province allows for safe firearms use on crown lands, but no specific (personal) permission is formally granted. The bylaw should ensure that this is clear. 3. Under Part 4, sections 16 and 21. You refer to this bylaw being enforced by a Peace Officer or “any other person appointed to enforce by-laws for the Township”. This includes the power of entry. I have concerns with this. A Bylaw Enforcement Officer, a Conservation Officer and an OPP officer are all “peace officers” under the law. Anyone who is not appointed as one of these has no legal ability to enforce the law or lay charges. By saying “peace officer” you are including all of these. Please clarify. 4. Under part 4, section 24. Here the bylaw suggests that aside from the set fine under the Provincial Offences Act (POA), the township may request that the court also “order that the place of business or the premises or any part of the premises be closed to use for a period not exceeding two years”. This additional penalty is excessive and seems very much out of place within the context of the recommended set fines in the bylaw ($250) and the POA. I believe that under the POA, that the maximum set fine is $1000. A penalty of loss of use of ones property (and residence) would be akin to a fine of over $30,000 if you consider the cost of renting a residence for that time frame. If the impetus of this section is to provide for additional penalty for significant firearms related issues (i.e., unsafe discharge) then it is not necessary in this bylaw. Although the OPP have indicated that they cannot control the safe discharge of firearms for you on specific properties in Proposed By-law to Regulate the Discharge of Firearms Sandy ... Page 283 of 294 AGENDA ITEM # 7.(e) the absence of a bylaw, they certainly CAN charge someone under the Firearms Act or Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act for careless use of a firearm. We have been told that this bylaw is about controlling where firearms may be used. Issues related to blatant unsafe use of firearms are already covered by other legislation, and the police and Conservation Officers already have the ability to deal with such issues. Thus this section should be removed. 5. Schedule A. Item 1. I am not sure that the short form wording for 9(a) is appropriate. Is this to cover when a person is not hunting legally (i.e., does not have a hunting licence/hunting out of season)? Or when not hunting as per the bylaw (Outside Community Designation anywhere or Inside Community Designation on lot less than 3 ha)? Not legally hunting would fall under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and I am not sure it is appropriate for a bylaw enforcement officer to be determining if a person is legally hunting. i.e., 1. They are not trained under the FWCA, and 2. I don’t believe they would have the authority to request to see a hunting licence. I think that the other charges adequately cover the offences related to this bylaw and that this one should be removed. 6. Schedule A. Item 5. This should stipulate “Discharge firearm within community designation NOT HUNTING” to properly define the offence. Further under column 2 it should refer to 10(a) rather than just 10.

Further to these comments, I note a few editorial issues that I include here simply for consideration, as I do not think they are of consequence to the spirit of the bylaw: 1. Two definitions appear in the bylaw that are not mentioned in the body of the bylaw (Park and Zone). These should be removed. 2. Under definition of Public Road, switch order of “maintained” with “road”. 3. Part 3, section 9 (ii). “travels” should be “travelled”.

Again, I thank you for your consideration of earlier comments and the significantly improved bylaw. I trust that these comments will also be given due consideration.

Sincerely;

Sandy Dobbyn

Huntsville (Lake of Bays)

cc. Brian McRae, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

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February 13, 2015

The following are my comments related to the Draft By-Law Number 2012-018

Under p) the definition of “Park” includes “…used for sport,…” It is not clear but I assume this does NOT include ‘shooting sports’ as might be considered within the definition of “Park” uses.

Under s) the definition of “Property”, there needs to be clarification regarding “private property”, “Crown Land” and “Township owned property.

Under v) where the wording of “sighting your rifle” is used I believe you mean the “sighting if of a rifle or shotgun”: a process generally associated with target practice to insure the firearm’s sights are sufficiently adjusted to promote maximum accuracy of the firearm.

Under the “Prohibitions” section there appears to be a double negative in section 9, iii, where “No Person shall discharge any Firearm…except:…. Not within 100 meters (338 feet) of any lake with more than 2 lots under separate ownership.” If this is an enabling exemption, why does it include a “Not within…” provision. It is unclear just what situation is being address here. For example, would this prohibit a waterfowl hunter on a large lake where he or she could be some considerable distance from any shoreline private property?

Under the “Conflict” section there is a situation regarding the application of the Migratory Bird Convention Act with regard to its requirement that a hunter immediately follow and subsequently kill and retrieve any wounded migratory bird. This situation could quite possibly have a hunter within 100 meters of a lakeshore property and a discharge of a firearm there would put the hunter in violation of the By-Law. Related to this “Prohibition”, does the 100 meters also extend into the lake adjoining the private lakeshore property? This would further set up a conflict situation under the same circumstances.

Under “Exceptions f) the term “At a lawful shooting range” is used. Where does the Township get authority to judge a range legal or lawful? If the By-Law falls back on a definition provided under Federal and Provincial regulations, the statement is not clear here and it should be, I would suggest no one in Muskoka, let alone the Township of Lake of Bays, could meet the standards of required for such a “lawful shooting range”. These regulations are so onerous and expensive I don’t believe a private land owner could afford to comply. If someone wishing to cause difficulty for a recreational shooter who owns or has access to a safe shooting area and backstop (what one might call a shooting range), not with standing the application of “lawful shooting range” requirements, it could put the shooter and or land owner in jeopardy of prosecution by provincial authorities. The Chief Provincial Firearms Office, I believe is the authority with regards to range regulation and enforcement of those regulations.

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If the intention is to exempt the use of firearms on a Provincially regulated “shooting range”, then that is what should be stated in the by-law, otherwise one’s shooting range on private property could be called into question as to whether or not it is “legal”. Please change the wording here so as not to subject shooters to frivolous prosecution.

Under “Exceptions” h) there is an exception for discharge “At a federally regulated Business”. Does this include shooting clubs where a non-profit group of shooters own and operate a location for target shooting? Does (could) the section somehow relate to the “lawful shooting range” in section f)?

I also have some concern about the boundary lines of the “Community Designation” in SCHEDULE “B”. The boundary appears to be extremely close to the Township Office and Dwight Public School at the intersection of Hwy #35 and #60. Should there not be a bigger buffer around both the school and offices?

I will be interested to learn if and how any of these concerns or suggestions are dealt with. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on them.

Sincerely, Mike Buss

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RE: Item 6b Superintendent of Public Works report:

I am the owner of one of the properties that abuts the Road Allowance referred to in the Report. Thank you for informing me of the Council Meeting that has discussion of this Road Allowance on the agenda. The previous arrangement was done without my knowledge. However, I might also say that one week’s notice of a meeting in the middle of February does not give a summer resident much of an opportunity to have meaningful input.

I am surprised that the Superintendant in his report is so cavalier about the wetland that is being affected or the fact that the path will open access to a protected fish habitat. When my father’s property was severed and I took ownership of this piece of property, it was made very clear by the Township that I would have to respect the wetlands and stay clear of the fish habitat. Am I to understand that environmental protections for these kinds of situations are no longer a concern? The proposed Road Allowance goes through a wetland and emerges at the fish habitat.

There are several places in the Superintendant’s report where various stipulations are put onto the approval. It is my observation, and my experience with the prior contract, that the municipality has no way of enforcing these stipulations and/or no particular desire to do so.

Finally, I do not mean to be a person that objects to a path through the woods with an occasional user. However, what can happen from the request being made could be something more. The last contract ended up with an illegal dock, with a picnic table and chairs and with frequent use of my own waterfront for swimming and beach play. There is nothing to prevent this from happening again. There is nothing to prevent or deter large numbers of people using the “path”.

I strongly urge you to deny the application.

Mary Fisher

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From: Fred Swaine Sent: February 15, 2015 6:24 PM To: Carrie Sykes Cc: Steve Peace; Subject: response to request by Marc and Maura Dube for renewal of Unassumed Road Improvement on Lake of Bays

Hello Carol - Steve Peace said we could send our comments on the above request to you and they would be added to the agenda of the council meeting.

We are objecting to the renewal of the path on the Concession Road Allowance (CRA) running beside our property for the following reasons:

1. The original permit to build a path in 2003 was given to the Danns without asking for Macdonald or Charles input. So to say this is an 'renewal' confuses the fact that the original permit would have been challenged if we were given the opportunity. Would you issue a permit today if there was no prior approval for a path? This request is an opportunity for the township to correct an oversight made in 2003.

2. The township should not be opening the lake up with paths down the CRAs. There are many ( I don't know how many) CRAs around Lake of Bays that end up at the lake. If you permit this path for one (non lakefront) property owner how do you refuse any other requests? Creating precedents for Lake of Bays development should be carefully considered by the township.

3. Lake front property values (beside the CRA) will be negatively affected by allowing paths beside their property. The path improves the value of the back lot (non lakefront) property while it decreases the value of the property that is beside the CRA. This is unfair.

We realise that the CRA is public property and anyone has the right to use it but there is a big difference between walking through bush and swamp and having a nice path to walk down.

Fred and Catherine Swaine

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From: Harry Lennard Sent: February 16, 2015 4:38 PM To: Carrie Sykes Cc: Fred Swaine; Mary Fisher; Harry Lennard Subject: Feb. 17, 2015 Council Meeting

Re: item 6b Superintendant of Public Works report

The Lennards, owners of Lot 5, are neighbours to the Charles family, owners of the property that abuts the Road Allowance. We concur with the concerns expressed by Mary Fisher in her email to you dated Feb. 15/15. The Lennards also have concerns - additional people using our bay without restriction would not be our best interest. Activity surrounding The Road Allowance has not been well handled, by either the Municipality or the Dubes. Agreement by the Municipality has given rise to improper use by the Dubes, which first occured in 2003, as noted in the letter attached to a memo to Steve Peach dated Dec. 21/14, which I attach below.

Attention: Mr. Steve Peace

Dear Mr. Peace: This purpose of this letter is advise that we concur with the concerns voiced by the Swains in opposition to granting approval to the Unassumed Road Improvement requested by Maura and Marc Dube. Attached please find a copy of a letter I wrote on behalf of Kerrimuir property owners, to Tom Brown, Director of Public Works, at the Township on August 6, 2003. The names receiving a copy of this letter are property owners on Kerrimuir Road and concur with my message. The purpose of this letter was to voice our concerns about events that were being undertaken by the former owners of the property, such as operating without a survey, cutting trees, illegal shoreline activity. Fortunately, without a survey being done as requested by the Township, these activities were stopped. With a new request by the Dubes to undertake renewal of Unassumed Road Improvement, we strongly request that it be denied, particularly since the property owner does not own land along the CRA at the waterfront.

Sincerly, Harry Lennard

Please add our concerns to the Agenda, noting that the Lennards strongly urge that the application be denied.

Regards, Harry Lennard

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Andrew Daniels Fish Stewardship Foundation Update 2015

Council:

I hope that you're managing to stay warm and healthy during this old fashioned winter. George has asked that I provide a briefing on our projects, so here goes:

Entering the season I felt that it would be interesting to re-visit the work that had been done back in 1989-91, when not only volunteers, but also a consulting firm made investigations of the lake trout spawning shoals in Lake of Bays (60+. but mostly very small and scattered). We used a GPS depth sounder and with the help of the Turner family on Montgomery Point, Thomas Ransom, and Paul Stueck ran boats and collected data on many known shoals through August. I will process the data this winter and create the maps for about 25 of them.

In October, Lee Van Ormer and I mapped more shoals and videotaped them using a GoPro camera. We also acquired video imagery of spawning trout on Elizabeth Point shoal, which Lee, volunteers and the MNR created back in the early 90s. It was a very successful operation back then as part of a Community Fisheries Involvement Program (CFIP). For just about $5K they managed to create two new shoals for trout in the lake that still produce fish.

I'll be in touch with Thomas Ransom and his brother in order to access their drone and acquire imagery of ice huts monthly around the lake. We'll likely keep this small-scale, but our results will give us accurate fish hut counts for Lake of Bays.

We've just submitted a summary article to Wendy Gibson for the LOBA annual magazine, hope to initiate our own first annual newsletter with the help of Dick Moody, and I'll write a summary report for the website. The 5th annual fundraiser Fish Stock 2015 is to be held at Port Cunnington Lodge on July 9.

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Finally, Lee and I will re-visit Elizabeth Point shoal beginning in late February, then weekly in order to monitor and record the emergence of baby lake trout as they swim up from their gravel nests. By opening holes at exact GPS-fixed sites we hope to do something that's not been done before without divers - a high return at very low cost, mainly thanks to Lee's generous offer of snow machines, power augur,etc. It will put the GoPro to good use and with luck, confirm that the artificial shoal is enhancing lake trout productivity. I do have concerns that the MNR annually draws down the lake level by 1 metre during the most crucial period for lake trout, when the young fish conceivably might be left high and dry - we'll see.

All the best,

Greg Betteridge

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