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151123 Council= ATTENDANCE Mayor Stephen Molnar Deputy Mayor Dave Beres Councillor Maxwell Adam Councillor Penny Esseltine Councillor Jim Hayes Councillor Chris Rosehart Councillor Brian Stephenson Staff: David Calder, CAO Darrell Eddington, Director of Finance Kevin De Leebeeck, Director of Operations Rick Cox, Director of Recreation, Culture and Park Services Tricia Smith, Deputy Clerk Regrets: Donna Wilson, Town Clerk 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:04 p.m. 2. Closed Session Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT Council move into Closed Session to consider: 1. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Broadway; Airport Agricultural Lease; Boundary Road Maintenance Agreement). Carried The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg COUNCIL MEETING Monday, November 23, 2015 6:00 PM Council Chambers 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor MINUTES Council Meeting – Minutes - 2 - 3. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Council meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015, be adopted. Carried 4. Moment of Silence 5. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared. 6. Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting 6.1. Minutes of the Meeting of November 9, 2015 Minutes, November 9, 2015 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT the Minutes of the Council Meeting of November 9, 2015, be approved. Carried 7. Delegations and Presentations 7.1. Volunteer Achievement Award Presentation to Dianne Hodges Presented By: Mayor Stephen Molnar & Ann Loker Mayor Stephen Molnar and Ann Loker, Chair of the Special Awards Committee, presented Dianne Hodges with the Volunteer Achievement Award. 7.2. Designated Parking Space Agreement, 71 Washington Grand Avenue - Len Ladoucer Correspondence Delegation, Len Ladoucer Len Ladoucer appeared before Council to speak to the Designated Parking Space Agreement for 71 Washington Grand Avenue. Mr. Ladoucer made a request to Council to reduce the number of designated parking spaces to one and allow for the second space to be used by the public. Council Meeting – Minutes - 3 - 7.3. Designated Parking Space Agreement , 71 Washington Grand Avenue - Michelle Jackson Delegation, Michelle Jackson Michelle Jackson appeared before Council to speak to the Designated Parking Space Agreement for 71 Washington Grand Avenue. She noted that her property does not have a driveway or garage to allow for on-site parking and the reduction of designated parking spaces from two to one would make selling her property more difficult. Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receives the delegations by Len Ladoucer and Michelle Jackson regarding the Designated Parking Space Agreement for 71 Washington Grand Avenue, as information. Carried 7.4. Community Transportation Pilot Project Update Presented By: John Preston Delegation, John Preston Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receives the Community Transportation Pilot Project Update as information. Carried John Preston appeared before Council to provide an update on the Community Transportation Pilot Project. A Special introductory rate of $2/rider each way will be offered to residents of Hickory Hills during the first month of operation. Pick up times and locations will be provided once registrations are confirmed. Two new programs are being introduced including the Taxi Bus for Workers group ride program and the Regional Rideshare Program. 8. Information Items 8.1. The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers & Ontario Volunteer Service Awards The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers Council Meeting – Minutes - 4 - Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receives item 8.1 as information. Carried Council directed staff to circulate the correspondence regarding the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers and Ontario Volunteer Service Awards to the Special Awards Committee for the creation of a Town Volunteer List, and to the Council Advisory Committees and Glendale High School. 9. Reports from Departments 9.1. Clerk’s Office 9.1.1. CL 15-26, Committee Appointments CL 15-26, Committee Appointments By-Law 3966 Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receives report CL 15-26 Committee Appointments; AND THAT Wendy Cameron be appointed to the BIA Board of Directors, replacing Joe McIntyre; AND THAT By-Law 3965, to amend By-Law 3901, being a By-Law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), be brought forward for Council consideration; AND THAT Christine Nagy be appointed as the Tillsonburg Horticultural Society representative to the Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee; AND THAT By-Law 3966, to amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 9.2. Finance 9.2.1. FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy By-Law 3967 To Adopt Purchasing Policy Schedule A By Law 3967 Purchasing Policy Council Meeting – Minutes - 5 - The Director of Finance reported to Council that under the new Purchasing Policy, the Town may reach out to proponents through more than one newspaper and website. Staff will be hosting an upcoming session on e-bidding for local and non-local vendors. Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson THAT Council receives Report FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy; AND THAT a By-Law to establish a Purchasing Policy be brought forward for Council’s consideration. Carried 9.3. Operations 9.3.1. OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement OPS 15-40 Attachment 1 - Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement; AND THAT a By-law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Subdivision Agreement between the Town and Landmark Homes Inc. be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 9.3.2. OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation OPS 15-41 Attachment 1 - Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement Staff will have a follow-up discussion with the Ministry of Transportation regarding the Ontario’s Connecting Links program and the rehabilitation work along Broadway Street north of North Street and will report back to Council prior to the signing of the construction agreement. Council Meeting – Minutes - 6 - Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehabilitation; AND THAT Council authorizes 2016 Pre-Budget Approval in the amount of $435,000 for the coordination of rehabilitation work with the MTO along Broadway Street north of North Street; AND THAT a By-Law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement with the MTO be brought forward for Council consideration. Motion to Defer Main Motion: Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT the motion be deferred until all of the 2016 budget requests and information have been reviewed, which would be at the last budget meeting scheduled for December 2, 2015. Defeated Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehabilitation; AND THAT Council authorizes 2016 Pre-Budget Approval in the amount of $435,000 for the coordination of rehabilitation work with the MTO along Broadway Street north of North Street; AND THAT a By-Law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement with the MTO be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 9.4. Recreation, Culture & Park Services 9.4.1. RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement RCP 15-49 - CSC Boiler Replacement Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives Report RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement; Council Meeting – Minutes - 7 - AND THAT T.A. Thomson Electrical Contractors be awarded the contract to replace boilers at the Customer Service Centre at their quoted price of $14,800.00 (plus HST); AND THAT the replacement costs be funded from the unused portion of the allocation approved for roof and brick repairs at the Customer Service Centre. Carried 10. Committee Minutes & Reports 10.1. Development Committee Minutes Minutes, October 13, 2015 Brian Tree, Vice President of Unifor Local 88, was invited by Council to speak to the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council receives the Development Committee Minutes of October 13, 2015; AND THAT Council support in principle the Trans-Pacific Partnership resolution subject to the Federal Government developing a strategy related to the transition period for the automotive sector in order to mitigate impacts. Carried 10.2. Special Awards Committee Minutes Minutes, September 16, 2015 10.3. Town Hall Steering Committee Minutes Minutes, October 22, 2015 10.4. Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee Minutes HBC Minutes, October 1, 2015 HBC Minutes, September 3, 2015 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council receives the Special Awards Committee Minutes of September 16, 2015, the Town Hall Steering Committee Minutes of October 22, 2015, and the Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee Minutes of September 3, 2015 and October 1, 2015 as information. Carried Council Meeting – Minutes - 8 - 10.5. LPRCA Minutes LPRCA Minutes, October 7, 2015 Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT Council receives the LPRCA Minutes of October 7, 2015 as information. Carried 11. Notice of Motions 12. By-Laws By-Laws from the Meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015 Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart 12.1. THAT By-Law 3965, To amend By-Law 3901, being a By-Law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), hereby established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; AND THAT By-Law 3966, To amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, to Define the Mandate, Membership, and Meeting Procedures for Committees Established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; AND THAT By-Law 3967, To adopt the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy; AND THAT By-Law 3969, To authorize a Subdivision Agreement with Landmark Homes Inc. to allow for the development of lands consisting of 18 lots described as Lots 59-67 & 87-95 of Plan 41M-143 in the Town of Tillsonburg, County of Oxford; AND THAT By-Law 3970, To authorize an Agreement between The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the “Ministry”), be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried Council Meeting – Minutes - 9 - Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart 12.2. THAT By-Law 3971, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of November, 2015, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried 13. Items of Public Interest 14. Adjournment Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT the Council Meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015 be adjourned at 8:19 p.m. Carried Table of Contents Agenda 3 Minutes, November 9, 2015 Minutes, November 9, 2015 10 Designated Parking Space Agreement - 71 Washington Grand Avenue Delegation By: Len Ladoucer Correspondence 18 Delegation, Len Ladoucer 19 Designated Parking Space Agreement - 71 Washington Grand Avenue - Delegation By: Michelle Jackson Delegation, Michelle Jackson 21 Community Transportation Pilot Project Update, Presented by John Preston Delegation, John Preston 24 The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers 26 CL 15-26, Committee Appointments CL 15-26 27 By-Law 3966 34 FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy 35 By-Law 3967 To Adopt Purchasing Policy 36 Schedule A By Law 3967 Purchasing Policy 37 OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement 45 OPS 15-40 Attachment 1 - Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement 47 OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation 85 OPS 15-41 Attachment 1 - Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement 86 RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement RCP 15-49 - CSC Boiler Replacement 92 Minutes, Development Committee, October 13, 2015 Minutes, October 13, 2015 94 Minutes, Special Awards Committee, September 16, 2015 Minutes, September 16, 2015 99 Minutes, Town Hall Steering Committee, October 22, 2015 Minutes, October 22, 2015 102 Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee Minutes HBC Minutes, October 1, 2015 105 HBC Minutes, September 3, 2015 108 LPRCA Minutes, October 7, 2015 1 LPRCA Minutes, October 7, 2015 110 By-Law 3965, To appoint a member to the BIA By-Law 3965 118 By-Law 3966, To authorize appointments to the Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee and the Beautification Working Group Sub-Committee By-Law 3966 119 Schedule A to By-Law 3966 120 By-Law 3967, To adopt the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy By-Law 3967 To Adopt Purchasing Policy 122 Schedule A By Law 3967 Purchasing Policy 123 By-Law 3969, To authorize a Subdivision Agreement with Landmark Homes Inc. By-Law 3969 131 By-Law 3970, To authorize an Agreement with the MTO By-Law 3970 132 By-Law 3971, To confirm the proceedings of Council By-Law 3971 133 2 = 1. Call to Order 2. Closed Session Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #1 THAT Council move into Closed Session to consider: 1. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Broadway; Airport Agricultural Lease; Boundary Road Maintenance Agreement). 3. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #2 THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Council meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015, be adopted. 4. Moment of Silence 5. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 6. Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting 6.1. Minutes of the Meeting of November 9, 2015 Minutes, November 9, 2015 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #3 THAT the Minutes of the Council Meeting of November 9, 2015, be approved. The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg COUNCIL MEETING Monday, November 23, 2015 6:00 PM Council Chambers 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor AGENDA 3 Council Meeting – Agenda - 2 - 7. Delegations and Presentations 7.1. Volunteer Achievement Award Presentation - Dianne Hodges Presented By: Mayor Stephen Molnar & Ann Loker 7.2. Designated Parking Space Agreement, 71 Washington Grand Avenue - Len Ladoucer Correspondence Delegation, Len Ladoucer 7.3. Designated Parking Space Agreement , 71 Washington Grand Avenue - Michelle Jackson Delegation, Michelle Jackson Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #4 THAT Council receives the delegations by Len Ladoucer and Michelle Jackson regarding the Designated Parking Space Agreement for 71 Washington Grand Avenue, as information. 7.4. Community Transportation Pilot Project Update Presented By: John Preston Delegation, John Preston Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #5 THAT Council receives the Community Transportation Pilot Project Update as information. 8. Information Items 8.1. The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #6 THAT Council receives item 8.1 as information. 4 Council Meeting – Agenda - 3 - 9. Reports from Departments 9.1. Clerk’s Office 9.1.1. CL 15-26, Committee Appointments CL 15-26, Committee Appointments By-Law 3966 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #7 THAT Council receives report CL 15-26 Committee Appointments; AND THAT Wendy Cameron be appointed to the BIA Board of Directors, replacing Joe McIntyre; AND THAT By-Law 3965, to amend By-Law 3901, being a By-Law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), be brought forward for Council consideration; AND THAT Christine Nagy be appointed as the Tillsonburg Horticultural Society representative to the Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee; AND THAT By-Law 3966, to amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, be brought forward for Council consideration. 9.2. Finance 9.2.1. FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy By-Law 3967 To Adopt Purchasing Policy Schedule A By Law 3967 Purchasing Policy Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #8 THAT Council receives Report FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy; AND THAT a By-Law to establish a Purchasing Policy be brought forward for Council’s consideration. 5 Council Meeting – Agenda - 4 - 9.3. Operations 9.3.1. OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement OPS 15-40 Attachment 1 - Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #9 THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement; AND THAT a By-law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Subdivision Agreement between the Town and Landmark Homes Inc. be brought forward for Council consideration. 9.3.2. OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehablitation OPS 15-41 Attachment 1 - Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #10 THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehabilitation; AND THAT Council authorizes 2016 Pre-Budget Approval in the amount of $435,000 for the coordination of rehabilitation work with the MTO along Broadway Street north of North Street; AND THAT a By-Law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement with the MTO be brought forward for Council consideration. 9.4. Recreation, Culture & Park Services 9.4.1. RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement RCP 15-49 - CSC Boiler Replacement 6 Council Meeting – Agenda - 5 - Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #11 THAT Council receives Report RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement; AND THAT T.A. Thomson Electrical Contractors be awarded the contract to replace boilers at the Customer Service Centre at their quoted price of $14,800.00 (plus HST); AND THAT the replacement costs be funded from the unused portion of the allocation approved for roof and brick repairs at the Customer Service Centre. 10. Committee Minutes & Reports 10.1. Development Committee Minutes Minutes, October 13, 2015 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #12 THAT Council receives the Development Committee Minutes of October 13, 2015; AND THAT Council support in principle the Trans-Pacific Partnership resolution subject to the Federal Government developing a strategy related to the transition period for the automotive sector in order to mitigate impacts. 10.2. Special Awards Committee Minutes Minutes, September 16, 2015 10.3. Town Hall Steering Committee Minutes Minutes, October 22, 2015 10.4. Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee Minutes HBC Minutes, October 1, 2015 HBC Minutes, September 3, 2015 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #13 THAT Council receives the Special Awards Committee Minutes of September 16, 2015, the Town Hall Steering Committee Minutes of October 22, 2015, and the 7 Council Meeting – Agenda - 6 - Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee Minutes of September 3, 2015 and October 1, 2015 as information. 10.5. LPRCA Minutes LPRCA Minutes, October 7, 2015 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #14 THAT Council receives the LPRCA Minutes of October 7, 2015 as information. 11. By-Laws By-Laws from the Meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015 Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #15 11.1. THAT By-Law 3965, To amend By-Law 3901, being a By-Law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), hereby established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; AND THAT By-Law 3966, To amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, to Define the Mandate, Membership, and Meeting Procedures for Committees Established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg, Schedule A to By-Law 3966; AND THAT By-Law 3967, To adopt the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy, Schedule A By Law 3967 Purchasing Policy; AND THAT By-Law 3969, To authorize a Subdivision Agreement with Landmark Homes Inc. to allow for the development of lands consisting of 18 lots described as Lots 59-67 & 87-95 of Plan 41M-143 in the Town of Tillsonburg, County of Oxford; AND THAT By-Law 3970, To authorize an Agreement between The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the “Ministry”), be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. 8 Council Meeting – Agenda - 7 - Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #16 11.2. THAT By-Law 3971, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of November, 2015, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. 12. Items of Public Interest 13. Adjournment Moved By: Seconded By: Proposed Resolution #17 THAT the Council Meeting of Monday, November 23, 2015 be adjourned at _____ p.m. 9 = ATTENDANCE Mayor Stephen Molnar Deputy Mayor Dave Beres Councillor Maxwell Adam Councillor Penny Esseltine Councillor Jim Hayes Councillor Chris Rosehart Councillor Brian Stephenson Staff: David Calder, CAO Donna Wilson, Town Clerk Darrell Eddington, Director of Finance Kevin De Leebeeck, Director of Operations Rick Cox, Director of Recreation, Culture and Park Services Tricia Smith, Deputy Clerk 1.Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. 2.Closed Session Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT Council move into Closed Session to consider: 1.A matter in respect of which a council, board, committee or other body may hold a closed meeting under another Act (THI); 2.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (Hardy Avenue). Carried The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg COUNCIL MEETING Monday, November 09, 2015 6:00 PM Council Chambers 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor MINUTES 10 Council Meeting – Minutes - 2 - 3.Adoption of Agenda Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Council meeting of Monday, November 09, 2015, be adopted. Carried 4.Moment of Silence The Mayor asked for a moment of silence in honour of Remembrance Day and to give thanks. 5.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared. 6.Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting 6.1. Minutes of the Meeting of October 26, 2015 Minutes, October 26, 2015 Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT the Minutes of the Council Meeting of October 26, 2015, be approved. Carried 7.Delegations and Presentations 7.1. SCOR EDC Partner Update Presented By: Art Lawson SCOR EDC Presentation Delegation - SCOR Mr. Lawson appeared before Council to provide an update in regards to the SCOR EDC Partnership. A number of benefits of the partnership were identified, including recognition and bargaining power. Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receives the SCOR EDC delegation as information. Carried 11 Council Meeting – Minutes - 3 - Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council hear the delegation by Ewart McLaughlin. Carried 7.2 TransCanada Trail Delegation By: Ewart McLaughlin Mr. McLaughlin appeared before Council and spoke to a number of concerns regarding the implementation of the TransCanada Trail. He provided concerns on the steering group process, the cost of future fencing along the trail, possible contamination and cleanup of soil along the rail line and a possible requirement for an environmental study. He is concerned about the cost of the up keep of the trail and the offset of revenues from other budgets to pay for it. Council assured Mr. McLaughlin that they will be cognizant of the budget. Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council receives the delegation by Ewart McLaughlin. Carried 8.Planning Applications 8.1. Application for Site Plan Approval- TSPC 7-167- Dale Springer, 138 Broadway CASPO 2015-217 Proposed Site Plan Central Area Design Study Excerpts Mr. Eric Gilbert, Development Planner, County of Oxford appeared before Council to review Report CASPO 2015-217 in regards to an Application for Site Plan Approval. Council was given the opportunity to ask questions. The Applicant, Mr. Dale Springer and Mr. Coppins, agent for applicant were present and spoke in support of the application before Council. The Applicant was opposed to staff’s requirement for awnings on the building. 12 Council Meeting – Minutes - 4 - Discussion took place regarding the height of the building in relation to the Central Design Study which recommended future development should be three stories with a residential component. The applicant indicated that they were not interested in being a landlord. Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg directs staff to approve Site Plan Application TSPC 7-167, submitted by Dale Springer, on lands legally described as Part Lot 1070, Plan 500, Tillsonburg, known municipally as 136-138 Broadway Street. Carried 9.Information Items 9.1. David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility David C. Onley Award 9.2. 2016 Premier's Awards of Excellence in the Arts 2016 Premier Awards for Excellence in the Arts 2016 Premier Award FAQ (PDF) Council directed staff to forward the information regarding the 2016 Premier Award to the Culture Committee and that both programs be posted for public notification. Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine THAT Council receives the correspondence regarding the David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility and the Premier’s Awards of Excellence in the Arts as information. Carried 10. Reports from Departments 10.1. Chief Administrative Officer 10.1.1. CAO 15-16, The Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan The Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan Appendix 1 - Town of Tillsonburg Report CAO 15-12 Appendix 2 Oxford County Report CAO 2015-06 Appendix 3 - Action Plan Chart 13 Council Meeting – Minutes - 5 - Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson THAT Council receives Report CAO 15-16 – The Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan for information; AND THAT the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg supports The Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and receives the information as contained in Oxford County Report CAO 2015-06 as attached to Town of Tillsonburg report CAO 15-16 as information; AND THAT the support as provided in report CAO 15-16 does not anticipate any additional financial support from the Town of Tillsonburg; AND FURTHER THAT Report CAO 15-16 be provided to the County of Oxford in response to their request for support. Carried Council recommends that the various items referred to in the plan be noted in the 2016 Business Plans. 10.1.2. CAO-HR-15-05 Benefit Plan Refund CAO-HR-15-05 - Benefit Plan Refund Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson THAT Council receives report CAO-HR-15-05 Benefit Plan Refund; AND THAT the $38,127.47 refund be contributed to general reserves. Carried 10.2. Clerk’s Office 10.2.1. CL 15-25 Records Management CL 15-25 Records Management Records Management Policy - November 2015 Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives Report CL 15-25, Records Management; AND THAT Council adopts the Records & Information Management Policy for the Town of Tillsonburg. Carried 14 Council Meeting – Minutes - 6 - 10.3. Development and Communication Services 10.3.1. DCS 15-51, Surplus Land Options DCS 15-51 Staff to provide a public engagement and consultation process. Following the public process the matter will be brought back to council. Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT Council receives Report DCS 15-51 Surplus Land Options; AND THAT staff be directed to conduct an investigation of various Town owned lands in the downtown core to be considered for declaring surplus to enable development; AND THAT a comprehensive Public Engagement process be developed with a final report being brought back to Council for consideration. Carried 10.4. Finance 10.4.1. FIN 15 - 44 Purchasing Policy FIN 15-44 Purchasing Policy Purchasing Policy 091113 Purchasing Policy v2 102815 Purchasing Policy 102815 Staff to take the policy back to the consultants to include an objective to reach a wider audience and better communication practices. Staff will provide a session at one of the budget meetings on the explanation for scoring matrices. Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council receives report FIN 15 - 44 Purchasing Policy; AND THAT Staff be directed to bring forward a By-Law for adoption at a future Council meeting. Carried 15 Council Meeting – Minutes - 7 - 10.4.2. FIN 15 - 43 IT Work Plan Update FIN 15-43 IT Work Plan Update Town of Tillsonburg - IT Strategy - Council Presentation_FINAL 2014 Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Adam THAT Council receives report FIN 15 - 43 IT Work Plan Update as information. Carried 10.5. Operations 10.5.1. OPS 15-36 Baldwin Place Phase 9B Pre-Servicing Agreement OPS 15-36 Baldwin Place Phase 9B Pre-Servicing Agreement Baldwin Place Phase 9B Pre-Servicing Agreement Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes THAT Council receives Report OPS 15-36 Baldwin Place Phase 9B Subdivision Pre-Servicing Agreement; AND THAT a By-law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Pre- Servicing Agreement between the Town and Tillsonburg Developments Inc. be brought forward for Council consideration. Carried 10.6. Recreation, Culture & Park Services 10.6.1. RCP 14-34 - Bridges at Tillsonburg Tobogganing Agreement Renewal 2015-2016 RCP 14-34 - Bridges at Tillsonburg Tobogganing Agreement Renewal 2015- 2016 RCP 15-47 - ATT 01 - Tobogganing Agreement Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart THAT Council receives Report RCP 14-34 - Bridges at Tillsonburg Tobogganing Agreement Renewal 2015-2016; AND THAT the source of funds for the $4,000 cost is considered during the 2016 budget process; AND THAT Council authorizes staff to operate the facility for the 2015-2016 season. Carried 16 Council Meeting – Minutes - 8 - 11. By-Laws By-Laws from the Meeting of Monday, November 09, 2015 Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine 11.1. THAT By-Law 3959, To Establish and Appoint Members to the Property Standards Committee; AND THAT By-law 3961, To Authorize a Pre-Servicing Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Tillsonburg Developments Inc., be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson 11.2. THAT By-Law 3962, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 9th day of November, 2015, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the corporate seal thereunto. Carried 12. Items of Public Interest 13. Adjournment Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Deputy Mayor Beres THAT the Council Meeting of Monday, November 09, 2015 be adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Carried 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 STAFF REPORT DEPARTMENT Report Title: Committee Appointments Report No.: CL 15-26 Author: Tricia Smith, Deputy Clerk Meeting Type: COUNCIL MEETING Council Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: BIA BOARD OF MANAGEMENT CORRESPONDENCE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY CORRESPONDENCE AMENDED SCHEDULE OF BY-LAW 3876 RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receives report CL 15-26 Committee Appointments; AND THAT Wendy Cameron be appointed to the BIA Board of Directors, replacing Joe McIntyre; AND THAT By-Law 3965, to amend By-Law 3901, being a by-law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), be brought forward for Council consideration; AND THAT Christine Nagy be appointed as the Tillsonburg Horticultural Society representative to the Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee; AND THAT By-Law 3966, to amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, be brought forward for Council consideration. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The BIA Board of Directors has requested that Wendy Cameron be appointed as Director replacing Joe McIntyre. The correspondence from the BIA is attached to this report for your review. At the October 1, 2015 meeting of the Heritage, Beautification and Cemetery Advisory Committee a resolution was passed to request a revision of their Terms of Reference to allow an increase in the number of members on the committee to include a representative from the Tillsonburg Horticultural Society. The Tillsonburg Horticultural Society officially approved Christine Nagy as the committee’s representative for the Heritage, Beautification and Cemetery Advisory Committee at their 27 November 10, 2015 meeting. The correspondence from the Horticultural Society is attached to this report for your review. The attached Schedule A of By-Law 3876 has been amended to include the additional appointment to the Heritage, Beautification and Cemetery Advisory Committee. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT Committees demonstrate culture & community by making Tillsonburg an attractive place to live. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE Financial impacts are contained in the 2015 budget. Page 2 / 7 CAO 28 Attachment A Page 3 / 7 CAO 29 Attachment B Page 4 / 7 CAO 30 Attachment C By-Law 3966 to Schedule “A” to Amend By-Law 3876 Town of Tillsonburg 2014-2018 Committee Structure Board/Committees Citizen Appointments Council Representatives Terms Statutory Requirements /Discretionary Staff Liaison Accessibility Advisory Committee Mike Cerna Helen Lamos Michael Kadey Councillor Stephenson 4 years Mandatory Deputy Clerk Airport Advisory Committee Rick Lee Richard Van Maele Geoffrey Lee Donna Scanlan Euclid Benoit Andre Brisson Henry Atkinson Jeremy Stockmans Mel Getty Councillor Rosehart 4 years Discretionary Development Commissioner Cultural Advisory Committee Erin Getty Josiane DeCloet Deb Beard Ann Loker Councillor Stephenson 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Development Committee Lisa Gilvesy Steve Spanjers Randy Thornton Councillor Hayes 4 years Discretionary CAO Development Commissioner Page 5 / 7 CAO 31 Michael Bossy John Veldman Andrew Burns Scott McLean Mel Getty Paul DeCloet Ashton Nembhard Real Estate Board Rep - Lindsay Morgan BIA Rep – Cedric Tomico Chamber Rep - Jesse Goossens Heritage, Beautification and Cemetery Committee Paul DeCloet Sue Saelens Marion Smith Janet Wilkinson Robert Marsden Christine Nagy Councillor Esseltine 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Museum Advisory Committee Dianne MacKeigan Robert Marsden Mary Lou Sergeant Helen Lamos Councillor Rosehart 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Donna Scanlan Bob McCormick Donald Baxter Dace Zvanitajs Mike Cerna Mel Getty James Payne Susan Labanich Paul DeCloet Councillor Esseltine 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Page 6 / 7 CAO 32 Special Awards Committee Ann Loker Mary Anne Vangeertruyde Sam Lanb Councillor Stephenson 4 Years Discretionary Clerk AND/OR Designate Tillsonburg Non Profit Housing Robert Hurley Evenly Fritz Ron Gasparetto Joyce Hanson Geraldine Brisebois John Stanbridge Terry Pierce Carolyn Hicks Roderick Van Riesen Councillor Adam n/a n/a n/a Page 7 / 7 CAO 33 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3966 A BY-LAW to amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, to Define the Mandate, Membership, and Meeting Procedures for Committees Established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Schedule A – of By-Law 3876; BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg as follows: 1. THAT Schedule A of By-Law 3876 Committee Structure be amended as attached hereto; 2. THAT these amendments to By-Law 3876 are hereby declared to be part of that By-Law as if written therein; 3. THAT this By-Law shall come into full force and effect upon passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. _______________________________ Mayor – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ Deputy Clerk – Tricia Smith 34 1 CAO STAFF REPORT Title: Purchasing Policy Report No.: FIN 15-47 Author: Darrell Eddington Meeting Type: COUNCIL MEETING Council/Committee Date: November 23, 2015 Attachments: SCHEDULE A BY-LAW 3967 PURCHASING POLICY RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report FIN 15-47 Purchasing Policy; AND THAT a By-Law to establish a Purchasing Policy be brought forward for Council’s consideration. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Staff reviewed the revised purchasing policy with Council at the November 9, 2015 Council meeting. Subsequent to that meeting, the Director met with legal counsel and added objective 2.1 (d) that addresses the Town’s methods of encouraging bids. The By-Law to approve the Purchasing Policy is being brought forward for Council’s consideration for three readings. 35 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3967 A BY-LAW to adopt the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy. WHEREAS Section 270(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 states that a municipality shall adopt and maintain policies with respect to its procurement of goods and services and such policies will be adopted to ensure that it is accountable to the public for its actions, and shall be the manner in which the municipality will try to ensure that its actions are transparent to the public. AND WHEREAS The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg deems it expedient and necessary to repeal By-Law 3765 Purchasing Policy, enacted November 11, 2013; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg is desirous of adopting the Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy attached hereto as "Schedule A" is hereby adopted and forms part of this by-law. 2. AND THAT By-Law 3765, Purchasing Policy, be and is hereby repealed in its entirety. 3. AND THAT this by-law comes into full force and effect on the day of passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. Mayor – Stephen Molnar Deputy Clerk – Tricia Smith 36 Schedule A THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG PURCHASING POLICY APPOVAL DATE: REVISION DATE: 11/23/15 Page 1 of 8 APPENDICES: TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................2 2.0 POLICY STATEMENT....................................................................................................4 3.0 ESTABLISHING PRICE RANGE....................................................................................4 4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY.........................................................................................................5 5.0 PRESCRIBED COUNCIL APPROVAL...........................................................................6 6.0 EXCEPTIONS.................................................................................................................6 7.0 NO LOBBYING…………………………………………………...………………...………...7 8.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY………………………………………….........................................7 9.0 CO-OPERATIVE PURCHASING…..…………………………………………..…..…….…7 10.0 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS……………………………………………….……..……..….....7 11.0 TIE BIDS…………………….…………………….……………............................................7 12.0 DELEGATON OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE............................................................7 13.0 OTHER..............................................................................................................................7 37 BY-LAW No. 3967 OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG A BY-LAW TO PROVIDE FOR THE PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1.0 DEFINITIONS In this By-Law: a) “Agent” shall mean the Treasurer or designate who has the sole authority to authorize, save and except the Mayor and Clerk, to execute contract documents on behalf of the Town; b) "Bid" shall mean (i) a specific price for specific works or (ii) where appropriate, a proposal; c) “Buyer” shall mean the employee responsible for the procurement of goods and services for the Town; individual responsible for ensuring that the purchasing by-law, policies and procedures are consistently applied in the departments, and who serves as a resource to Departments in support of the purchasing function; d) “CAO” shall mean the Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Tillsonburg; and e) “Clerk” shall mean the Clerk of the Town appointed pursuant to the Municipal Act 2001, as amended, or in her absence, the Deputy-Clerk or such other person designated by the Council by resolution for the purposes of this By-Law; f) “Department Manager” shall mean the individual or designate who is accountable for the budget and responsible for the operations of any single department or division within the Town; g) “Director” shall mean the individual accountable for the operation of overall departments within the Town; h) "Emergency" shall mean a situation, or the threat of an impending situation, where serious delay may affect the life, safety, health or welfare of the general public, cause Page 2 38 damage to the environment or to the property of the residents of the Town, or to prevent serious damage, disruption of work, or to restore or to maintain essential service to a minimum level; i) "Goods and Services" shall include all supplies, materials, equipment, furniture, fixtures, general maintenance and service construction contracts, construction maintenance, contractors, and or subcontractors, food, drugs and professional services, but does not include real property; j) “His” shall in all cases mean his or her and "he" shall in all cases mean he or she; k) "Prescribed Forms or Forms" shall mean the standard documents as provided as part of the purchasing procedure guidelines as approved by the CAO; l) “Professional Services” shall mean the services of architects, engineers, designers, surveyors, management and financial consultants, brokers, lawyers, planning consultants, project managers and any other professional and consulting services required by the Town; m) “Purchase” shall mean the acquisition of Goods and Services or any interest therein by purchase, lease, rental or otherwise; n) "Quotation" shall mean a written request for vendor bids for the supply of goods or services, from selected sources of supply, not opened in public; o) "Request for Proposal" shall mean a formal request for details on the supply of goods or the provision of services, which cannot be fully defined or specified at the time of the request; p) “Supplier” shall mean any company or organization that provides, or has the capacity to provide, certain Goods or Services to the Town in accordance with the terms of this By-Law; q) "Tender" shall mean a formal request for sealed Bids for the supply of Goods and Services in response to an advertised solicitation; r) “Town” shall mean The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; s) "Vendor of Record" shall mean an approved vendor. Page 3 39 2.0 POLICY STATEMENT 2.1 Objectives The objective of the policy is to ensure: a) best value is achieved consistent with the required quality and service; b) integrity in the purchasing process; c) openness, accountability and transparency and fair treatment of all bidders; d) encouraging bids through e-bidding, newspapers and websites. 2.2 Guidelines a) No Purchase shall be made except as provided in this By-Law. b) No Purchase shall be split so as to avoid the purchasing process as outlined within this By-Law. c) Council has the ultimate authority for all expenditures. Council delegates this authority by the authorization of budgets or by specific resolution. d) Prior to the approval of the current year’s business plan and budget, a department may incur normal operating expenditures that are required to maintain services. This shall include the payment of expenditures on previously approved capital items and projects. e) No contract shall be entered into and no expenditure shall be authorized unless Council has provided funds for such purpose in the annual budget or agreed to the provision of such funds. f) The Department Managers, Directors, Fire Chief or the CAO shall ensure that all provisions of this By-Law are complied with in respect of the purchase of Goods and Services for or on behalf of his department and are responsible for the approval of accounts within the approved budget for the department. g) This purchasing policy may be overridden by Council if Council, in its own discretion determines it to be appropriate and in the best interest of the Town. h) The Director of Finance shall maintain written procurement procedures and procurement shall adhere to those procedures. 3.0 ESTABLISHING PRICE RANGE Purchase prices shall be obtained as follows: • Up to $2,500 – For purchases up to $2,500, comparison pricing must be completed by the assigned Buyer. • $2,500 to $10,000 - For any purchases, other than those covered by a vendor of record, when the amount is between $2,500 to $10,000, the assigned Buyer making the purchase shall obtain quotations from more than one source using catalogues, suppliers' lists, online pricing or through negotiations, upon assuring themselves that all prices offered are fair and equitable. Page 4 40 • $10,000 to $35,000 - For all purchases between $10,000 and $35,000, a minimum of 3 written quotations must be obtained by the assigned Buyer. • Over $35,000 – By Tender or Request for Proposal. The above prices shall be on a before-tax basis. Adherence to the above does not apply to circumstances addressed in section 6. QUICK GUIDE TO PURCHASING GUIDELINES Purchasing Mechanism Dollar Value of Purchase Approval Authority & Authority to Award Small Order Purchase Up to $2,500 Department Manager Price Quotes $2,500 – $10,000 Department Manager or Director approves; purchaser made through Departmental Buyer Written Quotation $10,000 – $35,000 Department Manager Director or CAO Tender, Request for Proposals or Sole Source Purchases $35,000 + Council 4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY a) The CAO shall maintain accountability to Council during the procurement process. b) No purchase of Goods and Services shall be made by the Town for the personal use of elected or appointed officials or employees of the Town. c) No Goods and Services shall be purchased from an employee of the Town, or from any associate of such employee, unless the extent of the interest of such employee has been fully disclosed and the purchase has been approved by the CAO. d) The Agent oversees the Town’s purchasing process and compliance thereof. Only the Agent, Mayor or Clerk has the authority to execute contract documents on behalf of the Town. Page 5 41 5.0 PRESCRIBED COUNCIL APPROVAL The following Purchases shall be subject to Council approval: a) any contract prescribed by statute to be made by Council; b) any contract that requires debt financing; c) any contract where this By-Law is being waived; d) any contract where Council has expressly directed staff to report prior to an award; e) any contract where a submission in response to a call for Bid contains an irregularity that cannot be resolved by terms of the Bid; or, f) any contract for a Purchase made in accordance with section 6.0 (b); g) any contract for a tender or request for proposal as required under this policy. Council may waive, by resolution, the application of any part of this By-Law in respect of any given procurement. 6.0 EXCEPTIONS a) When an emergency occurs that, at the discretion of the CAO, Director, Fire Chief, or Department Manager, constitutes immediate danger to health, safety, life or property, or requires the immediate procurement of goods and services, the Department Manager or his/her designate may purchase through sole sources, such required Goods or Services upon consultation with the Director or CAO. A follow-up report to Council is required for all Emergency Purchases over $5,000. b) The Tendering, RFP or purchasing process may not be required where the Goods or Services are proprietary to one vendor, where there is only one supplier that can meet the Town’s needs within a reasonable distance or where the cost of changing suppliers for a product or service already in place is deemed to be exorbitant by the CAO. Upon written staff recommendations, Council shall, in its’ sole discretion determine whether a Bid, RFP or purchasing process may be forgone for these reasons. Such exemption must be granted by resolution. c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this policy, the following expenditures must be made subject to budget constraints and may be made without following the formal purchasing procedures detailed herein; i) Petty cash items ii) Training and education including conferences, courses and seminars iii) Mileage, travel and accommodations iv) Payroll related expenses v) Utilities, postage, bank charges vi) Licensing, maintenance and software support for prior purchases; vii) Professional Services. Page 6 42 7.0 NO LOBBYING No bidder shall contact any member of Council or any Town staff in an attempt to influence the award of a contract. If a bidder contacts any member of Council or any Town staff in an attempt to influence the award of a contract, the bidder may be disqualified at the discretion of the CAO. 8.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY The Town is committed to the health and safety of their employees, contractors, visitors and the general public. This includes a commitment to Health and Safety in the procurement process. 9.0 CO-OPERATIVE PURCHASING The Town may participate with other government agencies or public authorities in co- operative purchasing. The policies of the government agencies or public authorities calling the Co-operative Bid are to be the accepted policy of that particular Bid. 10.0 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS Where any goods or personal property of the Town are declared surplus, cannot be used by another Town department, and have a residual value greater than $1,000, the goods shall be disposed of by public Bid or public auction. If no Bids are received, the Departmental Manager or Buyer may dispose of the goods or personal property as deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. This section shall not apply to goods or equipment traded in on new equipment or returned for credit to original sources of supply. 11.0 TIE BIDS In the event that two (2) or more compliant, equal bids are submitted during a competitive Bid process, the Town shall determine the successful bidder by drawing a bidder’s name, as determined by the CAO. 12.0 DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE The authority to purchase Goods and Services may be delegated or assigned to a local Board following the dollar thresholds as set out in this Policy. 13.0 OTHER Where any other By-Law exists which is in conflict with a provision of this Policy, the provision of this Policy shall be deemed to apply. This Policy shall be reviewed and updated, as appropriate, every five (5) years, following the date of its enactment. Page 7 43 READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. _______________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar _______________________________ DEPUTY CLERK – Tricia Smith Page 8 44 STAFF REPORT OPERATION SERVICES Report Title: OAK PARK PHASE 2012 SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT Report No.: OPS 15-40 Author: Jeff Molenhuis, P.Eng, Manager of Engineering Meeting Type: COUNCIL MEETING Council Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: OAK PARK PHASE 2012 SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT WITH LANDMARK HOMES INC. RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receive Report OPS 15-40 Oak Park Phase 2012 Subdivision Agreement; AND THAT a By-law authorizing Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Subdivision Agreement between the Town and Landmark Homes Inc. be brought forward for Council consideration. SUMMARY The Oak Park subdivision was originally planned to occur in a phased manner, with a total of five (5) phases, the first of which was undertaken in 1994 for 33 lots. At that time the entire development was subdivided and the original agreement registered on title for all 212 lots of the development. Since the original agreement contemplated a phased development securities were only collected for the first phase, however development of subsequent phases 2A, 2B and phase 2007 continued to occur for a total of 85 lots without a properly executed agreement or deposit of additional securities. Executing this agreement will clearly outline the obligations and responsibilities of the Developer and the Town for the construction of roads, sewers, watermains, and other municipal infrastructure to current standards. The agreement also outlines milestones in the development process for the Developer to obtain release of Building Permits. To ensure the Developer complies with the terms of the Subdivision Agreement throughout the life of the 2012 Phase, updated securities are required for the infrastructure works of not only the 2012 Phase, but also for the remaining outstanding works of the prior phases 2A, 2B and phase 2007. By entering into this Agreement, the Developer also commits to de-register and replace the original subdivision agreement for all 18 lots within the 2012 Phase with the new Subdivision Agreement. Future development in the Oak Park subdivision will also require the execution and registration of new subdivision agreements and subsequent de-registration of the original subdivision agreement relative to the lots of each future phase. 45 The installation of municipal services and all activity related thereto is entirely at the risk, expense, and cost of the Developer without any claim or recourse against the Town or County. The following has been provided to the Town as required by the Developer prior to entering into the Subdivision Agreement: • Deposit of the Securities (including outstanding securities); and • Certificate of Insurance. The Developer has previously obtained all required Ministry and Conservation Authority approvals, however in the event that the status of such external agency approvals change, the Subdivision Agreement outlines the Developer’s responsibility to rectify such changes in order to retain the appropriate permits necessary to construct the works. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE There is no financial impact to the Town. Page 2 / 2 CAO 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 STAFF REPORT OPERATION SERVICES Report Title: BROADWAY STREET REHABILITATION Report No.: OPS 15-41 Author: Jeff Molenhuis, P.Eng., Manager of Engineering Meeting Type: COUNCIL MEETING Council Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: BROADWAY STREET REHABILITATION AGREEMENT WITH THE MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION RECOMMENDATION: THAT Council receive Report OPS 15-41 Broadway Street Rehabilitation; AND THAT Council authorize 2016 Pre-Budget Approval in the amount of $435,000 for the coordination of rehabilitation work with the MTO along Broadway Street north of North Street; AND THAT a By-law authorizing Mayor and Clerk to enter into the Broadway Street Rehabilitation Agreement with the MTO be brought forward for Council consideration. SUMMARY The MTO is planning to rehabilitate Highway 19 from Mount Elgin to the north limit of the Town in the spring of 2016. Considering the current condition of Broadway Street north of North Street, the Town identified an opportunity to leverage economies of scale to extend the rehabilitation work beyond the Ministry’s original project limits. The purpose of the Agreement is to clearly outline the additional scope of work identified by the Town, the obligations and responsibilities of the Ministry and Town with respect to the design and construction of the additional scope, and to determine estimated costs and schedule for payment. The Agreement includes a milestone that after the detailed design is completed to review and refine construction estimates. The Town could then consider continuing or cancelling the construction without any penalty to the Town other than the design costs. The terms of the Agreement also stipulate that the Ministry will oversee the design and construction of the rehabilitation work in consultation with the Town including incidentals during construction. FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The Agreement outlines a total estimated cost of $375,000 comprised of $45,000 for design and $330,000 for construction with the commitment from the Town to provide payment according to the actual cost when constructed. The 2016 draft budget considers a project estimate of $435,000 that provides for a 15% contingency allowance for incidentals that may occur during construction. Page 1 / 1 85 THIS AGREEMENT is made this day of , 201 . BETWEEN: THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG (the “Town”) and HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO, REPRESENTED BY THE MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO (the “Ministry”) WHEREAS: A. The Ministry is the owner and road authority of Highway 19, as illustrated in Schedule “A” in the County of Oxford. B. The Ministry intends the rehabilitate the section of Highway 19 from the North limits of Tillsonburg to the North limits of Mount Elgin under GWP 3021-13-00. C. The Town is the owner and road authority of Broadway Street, which extends south of Highway 19 as illustrated in Schedule “A” in the Town of Tillsonburg. D. The Town has requested the Ministry extend the limits of asphalt paving south by 765 meters on the Ministry work project reference GWP 3021-13-00 from Highway 19 onto Broadway Street. E. The Town agrees, and acknowledges, by way of Council resolution number ________ dated _______, that the Town is authorized to enter into this Agreement and pay all costs associated with the Works (as defined in section 1.6) as per article 6. F. The Town requests, and the Ministry agrees, to have the Ministry undertake the detailed design, construction, construction administration and inspection for the requested extended limits of paving upon the terms and conditions of this Agreement. G. It is deemed expedient to enter into this Agreement for the detailed design, construction and incidentals of the Works by the Ministry. NOW THEREFORE in consideration for the terms of this Agreement and the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00) of lawful money of Canada paid by each of the parties of this Agreement to the other, the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged, and other good and valuable consideration, the Town and the Ministry agree as follows: 1. Definitions In this Agreement: 1.1. “Broadway” shall mean the section of roadway identified from STA 12+650 to STA 11+885, described as the north Town limit to the property municipally known as 612 Broadway Street. 1.2. “cost” shall mean all the items of cost all howsoever styled inclusive of interest, inclusive of a cost sum or sums, and inclusive, but not limited to, out of pocket expenses, consultants, contractors, environmental remediation, surveyors, solicitor and his client costs. And includes the concept of expense and all the items of expense all howsoever styled, inclusive of an expense sum or sums, unless specified otherwise. The staff time of neither the Town nor Ministry shall be included as a cost and each party shall be responsible for the cost of their own staff time related to the Works. 1.3. “costs” shall mean the same as "cost", but in plural. 1.4. “cost of Design” shall mean those costs payable for the environmental assessment and detailed design of the Works, being all related hard costs, including without 86 2 limitation costs for geotechnical investigation, pavement design, surveys, traffic analysis and development of construction contract documents. 1.5. “cost of construction” shall mean those costs payable for the construction of the Works, being all related hard costs, including without limitation costs for environmental remediation, surveys, utility relocations, placement of fill, granular lifts, asphalt, diesel fuel index, Performance Grade Cement (PGAC) index, material testing, material bonuses, signals, illumination, pavement marking, signing, and contract administration. 1.6. “Design” shall mean the environmental assessment and detailed engineering design of the Works, and also means that Design is pursuant to the criteria and standards of Ministry and is approved by the Ministry in consultation with the Town. 1.7. “Highway 19” shall mean the section of roadway from STA 21+900 to STA 12+650 1.8. “Works” shall mean with respect to Highway 19, Ministry work project reference GWP 3021-13-00: (a) the Design of the extended limits of paving for an additional seven hundred and sixty five (765) meters south of the existing limits of paving (From Sta 12+650 to Sta 11+885); (b) the geotechnical investigation and pavement design of the extended limits of paving in accordance with the Ontario Provincial Pavement Engineering Guidelines; (c) the engineering survey required to complete the Design and develop base plans suitable for inclusion in a Ministry construction contract; (d) the traffic analysis required to develop a traffic management plan in order to construct the extended limits of paving; (e) the development and completion of contract documents to be included with GWP 3021-13-00; (f) the construction of the extended limits of paving as requested by the Town as part of GWP 3021-13-00; (g) In consultation with the Town all incidentals all howsoever styled to all the above; and all above Works according to the warrants, criteria, standards, and incidentals of the Ministry pursuant to the Design. 2. Ministry Responsibilities and Contract Works 2.1. The Ministry will, at the cost and expense of the parties as set out in article 6 below: (a) undertake an environmental assessment in accordance with the Ministry Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities, obtain the necessary environmental approvals, undertake utility relocations as necessary, and complete the Design; and (b) effect and administer the Works including all required tendering, contract administration and inspection in accordance with Ministry of Transportation standard specifications, Design and construction criteria. 2.2. The Ministry shall consult with the Town regarding the pavement construction strategy for the requested extended limits of paving under the Works based on the results of a Geotechnical Investigation and Pavement Design meeting the requirements of the Ontario Provincial Pavement Engineering Guidelines. 87 3 3. Future Work 3.1. The Ministry, by administering the Works under this Agreement for which the Town takes responsibility of the cost, shall not be construed as being responsible for any aspects of future works to that portion of Broadway Street under the Town’s jurisdiction. 4. Commencement of Work 4.1. Subject to the availability of funding from the Ontario Legislature, the Ministry shall arrange for the commencement of the Ministry work under GWP 3021-13-00 in an expeditious manner. 4.2. Following the completion of the matters identified in section 2.1 (a) and prior to commencing the matters identified in section 2.1 (b), the Ministry shall confirm the construction scope and cost estimate of the Works. Subject to section 4.5, the Town shall provide final approval to the Ministry to proceed with the Works identified in section 2.1 (b). 4.3. The Ministry shall not include the Works in the tender package for construction of GWP 3021-13-00 without the timely and irrevocable approval from the Town to proceed with the Works. 4.4. Should the final approval from the Town to proceed with the Works not provide sufficient time for the Ministry to include the Works in the tender package for construction of GWP 3021-13-00, the Ministry shall pursue a change order request with the contractor and provide the construction scope and cost estimate to the Town for review and approval to proceed with the Works or the Town’s election not to proceed with the Works. In either case, the Town shall respond in a timely manner, failing which the Ministry will proceed without the Works. 4.5. Should the Town elect not to proceed with the Works identified in section 2.1 (b), the Ministry shall provide the Town with the detailed engineering design, including geotechnical investigation, pavement design, surveys, traffic analysis and design drawings. 4.6. Subject to receiving the approval of the Town to proceed with the Works, the Ministry shall use all reasonable efforts to bring the Work to completion in an expeditious manner within one (1) year from the commencement of the Works. 5. Maintenance and Repair 5.1. The Town, under the terms of this Agreement, is hereby deemed to be under an obligation to effect, and shall effect at no cost to the Ministry, all required maintenance and repair to the extended limits of paving according to the standards of the Town upon completion of the Works. 5.2. Upon the completion of the Works, the Ministry will provide a standard one (1) year warranty period applicable to Ministry construction projects for the extended limits of paving under the Works. 6. Financial Contributions and Conditions for Payment 6.1. It is agreed that the costs associated with the Works are one hundred percent (100%) the responsibility of the Town. 6.2. The Ministry, upon completion of the Design will at that time invoice the Town at the paragraph 7.1 address for the costs associated with the Design of the Works. The Town shall pay by cheque submitted to the Ministry, made payable to the order of “Minister of Finance” within 30 calendar days after receipt of said invoice, the sum set forth as payable in that invoice. 6.3. It is agreed that the estimated cost of Design of the Works is forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00). 88 4 6.4. It is agreed that the estimated cost of construction of the Works is three hundred and thirty thousand dollars ($330,000.00). 6.5. Despite sections 6.3 and 6.4 estimated costs, the Town is responsible for 100% of the actual cost of the Design and subject to section 4.5, the construction and all incidentals all howsoever styled of the Works. 6.6. The Ministry, upon completion of construction of the Works will at that time invoice the Town at the section 7.1 address for the remaining costs associated with the Works. The Town shall pay by cheque submitted to the Ministry, made payable to the order of “Minister of Finance” within 30 calendar days after receipt of said invoice, the sum set forth as payable in that invoice. 6.7. Should the Town elect not to proceed with the Works identified in section 2.1 (b), the Town shall pay by cheque the actual cost for Design of the Works only, as identified in section 6.5. 6.8. Costs and responsibility for costs associated with any additional works identified or requested, during the detail design or construction of the Works, beyond those illustrated in Schedule A and defined as the Works, will be agreed upon between the Ministry and the Town prior to initiation of those additional works. 7. Addresses 7.1. The address of The Town for the purposes of this Agreement, unless The Town otherwise advises in writing, is: The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg 10 Lisgar Avenue Tillsonburg ON N4G 5A5 Attention: Director of Operations 7.2. The address for the Ministry for the purposes of this Agreement, unless the Ministry otherwise advises in writing, is: Regional Director, West Region Ministry of Transportation 659 Exeter Road London, ON N6E 1L3 Tel. (519)-873-4333 Fax: (519)-873-4236 7.3. Notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and sent by personal delivery, facsimile transmission ("Fax") or by registered mail. Notices by registered mail shall be deemed to have been received on the fourth business date after the date of mailing. Notices by personal delivery or by Fax shall be deemed to have been received at the time of the delivery or transmission unless delivered or transmitted on a weekend or holiday, in which case such notice shall be deemed to have been received on the next business day. In the event of an interruption in postal service, notice shall be given by personal delivery or Fax. 8. Dispute Resolution 8.1. In the event of any dispute between the Town and the Ministry as to any matter under this Agreement, the dispute shall be dealt with in the following manner and sequence: (a) the parties will meet to discuss the dispute in good faith and use all reasonable efforts to resolve the matter by negotiation; (b) if the dispute cannot be resolved by negotiation within a reasonable period of time, then the parties shall submit the matter to non-binding arbitration and 89 5 the provisions of the Arbitrations Act, 1991, S.O. 1991, c.17 as amended, shall apply; and (c) if the dispute is not resolved through non-binding arbitration, then the parties may pursue their strict legal rights available at law. 9. Warranty 9.1. The Town warrants that it has taken all necessary steps, done all acts, passed all by- laws, and obtained all approvals required to give it the authority to enter into this Agreement. 10. Entire Agreement 10.1. This Agreement, including any schedules attached hereto, constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and there are no representations, understandings or agreements, oral or written, with respect to the subject matter hereof which are not included herein. 11. Binding Agreement 11.1. This Agreement shall enure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors, and permitted assigns. The Town shall not assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Ministry. IN WITNESS OF ALL contained in this Agreement: DATED this day of , 201 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG c.s. Mayor Clerk DATED this day of , 201 HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO, REPRESENTED BY THE MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO ___ Minister of Transportation 90 SCHEDULE "A" TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG AND THE MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION 91 STAFF REPORT RECREATION, CULTURE & PARKS Title: CSC Boiler Replacement Report No.: RCP 15-49 Author: COREY HILL Meeting Type: COUNCIL MEETING Council/Committee Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive Report RCP 15-49 – CSC Boiler Replacement for information; AND THAT T.A. Thomson Electrical Contractors be awarded the contract to replace boilers at the Customer Service Centre at their quoted price of $14,800.00 (plus HST); AND THAT the replacement costs be funded from the unused portion of the allocation approved for roof and brick repairs at the Customer Service Centre. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The system providing heat to the north end of the Customer Service Centre building has failed and must be replaced before the winter. Staff secured multiple quotes for the work and recommend awarding the work to T.A. Thomson Electrical Contractors at their quoted price of $14,800.00 (plus HST). BACKGROUND The Customer Service Centre uses hard water to supply its boilers. The use of hard water has caused a build-up/blockage of lime resulting in the early failure of the heating system in the Metering Shop. The hard water has caused a permanent build-up/blockage of lime in the primary boiler, and the redundant boiler has a small hole in heat exchanger and has shorted out the ignition and blown the circuit board. Subsequently, the 2 boiler system is currently not functional. As such, it is necessary to replace the boilers with a new high efficiency boiler system that has a larger water side chamber in the heat exchanger and should not result in lime build-up. Even if build-up does occur, the new system can more easily be cleaned without permanent blockage. In the 2014 budget there was an approved capital project to replace the CSC roof with a budget of $120,000. On-site analysis determined that the roof could be rehabilitated at a lower cost (rather than replaced), with the remaining budget available to address the discoloured brick at the Customer Service Centre. The roof RCP 15-49 - CSC Boiler Replacement 1/2 92 repairs were completed in 2014 at a cost of $72,236.67. Attempts to find a solution for discoloured brick issue that is affordable within the remaining $47,763.33 have not been successful. As the issue is aesthetic one, the need to spend significant dollars to address it has been deferred until a decision about the long-term use of the building has been made through the Town Hall Committee. CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT Staff recommends that the $14,800.00 (plus HST) required to fund the boiler replacement be funded from the $47,763.33 remaining in the roof brick repair project. This will reduce the projected 2015 year-end reserve balance. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN (CSP) IMPACT No impact. RCP 15-49 - CSC Boiler Replacement 2/2 93 Page | 1 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES DATE: Tuesday, October 13, 2015 TIME: 7:30 AM LOCATION: 10 Lisgar Ave – Board Room, Customer Service Centre Committee Members in Attendance: Andrew Burns, Mike Bossy, Lisa Gilvesy, Jesse Goossens, Councillor Jim Hayes, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Randy Thornton, Cedric Tomico, John Veldman, Steve Spanjers Staff Present: David Calder, Cephas Panschow Regrets: Kirby Heckford, Lindsay Morgan, Scott McLean, Ashton Nembhard 1) Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 7:32 AM. 2) Adoption of Agenda Addition of Proposed Trail System Expansion added as item 8 (a) R. Thornton – 1st L. Gilvesy – 2nd “Carried” 3) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest None CORPORATE OFFICE 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7, Telephone # (519) 842-6428, Fax # (519) 842-9431 Web: www.tillsonburg.ca 94 Page | 2 4) Adoption of Minutes of September 9, 2015 J. Hayes – 1st C. Tomico – 2nd “That the Minutes of September 9, 2015 be approved.” “Carried” a) Business Arising from the Minutes: None. 5) Standing Items a) Community Strategic Plan A report to Council is in the process of being prepared and will be circulated to Committee prior to going to Council. Request update presentation from Deputy Clerk at future meeting. b) Post-Secondary Education Staff advised that survey has been completed and updated to reflect additional responses. Unfortunately, only one additional respondent from agricultural sector. Based on results, there does appear to be support for businesses to work together on training needs. c) Tillsonburg Hydro Inc None. 6) New Business a) SOMA Asia Mission Further to draft and final reports circulated, staff believe that this mission is worth attending due to the investments meetings that are being scheduled as well as signature events. The turning point in considering this mission was the potential to welcome THK’s investment in Tillsonburg. Mayor commented that these types of mission are a lot of work as evidenced by the draft schedule and especially because of the shorter duration of Tillsonburg’s participation compared to other communities. However, it is important to take advantage of the potential investment opportunities for Tillsonburg’s benefit. J. Goossens – 1st A. Burns – 2nd “That the Town of Tillsonburg’s participation in the SOMA Asia Mission be supported as detailed in Report DCS 15-44 – SOMA Asia Mission due to the potential investment opportunities as well as support for an organization of which Tillsonburg is a member (SOMA).” “Carried” CORPORATE OFFICE 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7, Telephone # (519) 842-6428, Fax # (519) 842-9431 Web: www.tillsonburg.ca 95 Page | 3 b) Report – Securing the future of Canada’s Automotive Industry Committee discussed the information referred to it by Council and release of the general details since the UNIFOR motion was brought forward to Council (Sep 28). The reduction in North American content for automotive is an area of potential concern as this means increased competition for small and medium sized (SME) automotive parts manufacturers. In general, the agreement will benefit the large corporations who are moving products around the world. What is the transition period over which these barriers will be reduced? L. Gilvesy – 1st J. Veldman – 2nd “That the Development Committee support in principle the Trans-Pacific Partnership resolution subject to the Federal Government developing a strategy related to the transition period for the automotive sector in order to mitigate impacts.” “Carried” c) Town Hall Task Force – Multi-use Opportunity J. Veldman advised that the opportunity to consider options for a new Town Hall could be a once in a 75 – 100 year opportunity. This means that it is important to consider what other uses could be accommodated within a multi-use Town Hall. These could include space for education/training, entrepreneur support space (e.g. business incubator) or even social uses (market, etc). Staff advised that the Town has released a Request for Quotation for a space needs study and this will be important in terms of determining how the Town could consolidate space and what the future needs of the Town are. At a preliminary stage in the process and there will be significant public engagement as plan is developed. Discussion was to make this a standing item for the committee. 7) Economic Development Update a) 253 Broadway Staff provided an overview of the Public Meeting held at Council on Sep 28, 2015. There were a significant number of concerns raised by neighbouring property owners although none by the property owner to the south. Concerns relate to the request for reduced parking, the already permitted 0 foot setback from the property line and the request for the reduced greenspace. Although parking proposed to be provided is approximately 50% of required amount, this is still more parking than other project in the downtown and the Developer will be required to pay cash in lieu of parking, which will enable the Town to create more parking elsewhere in the downtown. The amount of greenspace was not clear at the meeting. CORPORATE OFFICE 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7, Telephone # (519) 842-6428, Fax # (519) 842-9431 Web: www.tillsonburg.ca 96 Page | 4 Applicant has provided a simplified drawing that shows the building footprint on the property, the new parking spaces being created and the green space around and on the property. The BIA is fine with their sign that is being relocated and are supportive of the project although no written correspondence has been provided in that regard. They would consider providing if needed. The primary commercial tenant is already located in the downtown and this will support their relocation and growth. They have zero parking where they are currently located. Development Committee confirmed that their original motion in support of the project still stands as they believe this will be a good project for the downtown/community. b) Employment Analysis Staff provided an overview of employment growth by sector for the years 2001, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2014 and projected to 2020. 2001 was the peak for employment in Tillsonburg as well as in the manufacturing sector at 9,063 and 4,003 jobs (in Tillsonburg – Place of Work data), respectively. 2009 was the low with 7,272 jobs but this rebounded to 8,230 jobs in 2014 (an increase of 958 jobs with 571 of the job growth being in the manufacturing sector). Questions are how can we use this information and how do we get better data if the data is faulty. c) Airport Development Staff provided an update on the three new hangars approved including two private and one commercial hangar. The commercial hangar is exciting as it includes the relocation of two businesses to the Tillsonburg Regional Airport including an Approved Maintenance Organization and an agricultural spraying business. The addition of an AMO business will result in the airport becoming a one-stop shop for aircraft maintenance. Very few other airports have maintenance organizations and a paint shop. 9) Liaison Updates d) Departmental Reports None. e) Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce Trip to Italy just took place and report will be forthcoming. Chamber continues to be open to advocacy on any issues that local businesses may have. As the recent past was the first time that the MP had an office, are all candidates committed to maintaining an office in Tillsonburg? CORPORATE OFFICE 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7, Telephone # (519) 842-6428, Fax # (519) 842-9431 Web: www.tillsonburg.ca 97 Page | 5 f) Downtown Business Improvement Association Turtlefest budget was revenue neutral this year. BIA’s Friday event came in under budget. 2016 budget will include funds for Signage maintenance, trees and grate replacement. Pedlar’s Quay and Sunnyside Kitchens façade projects are both underway. Christmas Crawl is the next promotion planned for Friday, December 4. Santa Claus parade is planned for November 21, 2015. g) Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board None. h) Physician Recruitment/Oxford Physician Recruitment Committee reviewed the draft website and provided comments on clarity of “More Opportunities” button, links to community profiles – e.g., demographics, education, etc. and possibly the local municipal websites, possibility of providing a newsletter option, use of local photos, and a prominent “local practices” section. 8) Roundtable Request to host an intern placement for a contact from the Harrison International Peace Hospital. The intern is already working at the Harrison Hospital in Tillsonburg’s Sister City (Heng Shui), but would like to expand knowledge and language skills with a placement here. Tillsonburg hospital has agreed to provide the internship but the contact would like to be billeted with a local family as that will help with her language skills and defray some costs. Need is for approximately one month from November 10 to December 10? Mayor raised issue of being underserviced with respect to family physicians. Ontario Ministry of Health has now provided for Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) to have input on underserviced designation. This could be good for Tillsonburg as we service the tri-county area. Chair raised issue on Syrian refugees. A few local churches are involved in this initiative. 9) Date of Next meeting 10) Adjournment R. Thornton moved that the meeting be adjourned at 9:40 AM. CORPORATE OFFICE 200 Broadway, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7, Telephone # (519) 842-6428, Fax # (519) 842-9431 Web: www.tillsonburg.ca 98 == Attendance Present: Chair Ann Loker, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Councillor Brian Stephenson, Mary Anne VanGeertruyde, Sam Lamb Staff: Lana Lund 1. Call to Order 3:02 2. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: S. Lamb Seconded By: M. VanGeertruyde Resolution THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Committee meeting of September 16, 2015, be adopted. ‘Carried’ 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest None 4. Approval of Previous Minutes Moved By: B. Stephenson Seconded By: M. VanGeertruyde Resolution THAT the Committee Minutes for the August 5, 2015 meeting be approved, as amended to reflect that Mayor Molnar nominated Ann Loker for the position of Chair. ‘Carried’ 5. General Business and Reports i) Discussion Regarding Purpose and Process of the Committee, requested by Chair Chair Loker distributed a handout “Spontaneous Survey While Recruiting for Award Nominees and Feedback from the Community at Large”. She summarized comments after talking to service organizations, groups, and local citizens regarding volunteers, potential nominees, and their views on prior volunteer award initiatives by the Town. The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Special Awards Committee September 16, 2015 3:00pm Annex Board Room, Corporate Office 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7 MINUTES 99 Special Awards Committee Minutes – September 16, 2015 - 2 - The Committee discussed the feedback to ensure we are taking the best approach to launch the volunteer program back into the community, and working with groups to assure them we are trying to recognize deserving individuals. With respect to the Favourite Sons/Daughters program, Mayor Molnar confirmed this program remains alive, and perhaps this Committee could look at a way to publicly recognize those individuals that have been, and will be, recognized. Perhaps the Committee could identify a public location to display these plaques. ii) Redesign of Certificate (see Item iii) iii) Redesign of Brochure and Application/Nomination Form To further support the direction from the August 5th meeting, the following resolution was passed. Resolution THAT communication be extended to the Town requesting redesign of a new Certificate to recognize volunteers, as well as a draft Brochure and redesigned Nomination Form, by October 13, 2015, in advance of the October 21st Special Awards Committee meeting. ‘Carried’ iv) Clerk’s Comments regarding Sign-Offs from Nominees and Nominators L. Lund reported that the Clerk recommends signature lines for both the Nominator and the Nominee on the Nomination Form. Going forward Nominations will require sign-off from both parties. v) Previous Nominations/Recognitions (attached) L. Lund provided a list of previous Volunteer Recognitions, 1992 – 2010. There have been no recognitions since May 25, 2010. vi) Review of Suggested Nominations Discussion was held regarding potential nominations. The new Nomination Form is expected to be available for the next meeting, at which time those suggestions and others can be pursued. Each Committee Member was asked to bring forward 2 nominations at the next meeting. 6. Other Business 100 Special Awards Committee Minutes – September 16, 2015 - 3 - Volunteer of the Month Link – Mayor Molnar suggested an icon on the website, with a link to the current Volunteer of the Month, previous recognitions, as well as other relevant information. This suggestion was supported by all members of the Committee. Volunteer of the Year – Chair Loker is encouraged that we will get to a point where we can have a Volunteer of the Year Award, celebrated at an annual event. Rosie Award – Mayor Molnar to discuss this idea with administration. Gift Certificates – B. Stephenson to connect with the Director of Finance and report back at the next meeting. The Chair also suggested the work of local artisans be considered for use in recognitions. Service Clubs List – L. Lund provided an up-dated list. Copies to be available at the next meeting for Committee members. Agencies and Organizations List – Mayor Molnar provided a list. Copies to be available at the next meeting for Committee members. 7. Next meeting – October 21, 2015 @ 3:00pm in the Corporate Office 8. Adjournment Moved By: M. VanGeertruyde Resolution THAT the September 16, 2015 meeting be adjourned at 3:41pm. 101 = Attendance Present: Marty Klein, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Councillor Penny Esseltine, Andrew Gilvesy, John Veldman Staff: David Calder, Lana Lund Regrets: Rick Strouth 1. Call to Order - 4:02pm 2. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: P.Esseltine Seconded By: A.Gilvesy Resolution THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Committee meeting of October 22, 2015, be adopted. ‘Carried’ 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest None 4. Approval of Previous Minutes Moved By: S.Molnar Seconded By: P.Esseltine Resolution THAT the Minutes for the September 16, 2015 meeting be approved. ‘Carried’ The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Town Hall Project Steering Committee October 22, 2015 4:00pm Annex Board Room, Corporate Office 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7 MINUTES 102 Council Meeting – Agenda - 2 - 5. General Business and Reports i) Discussion regarding Central Area Design Study (previously provided) The CAO spoke to this item, noting it had been provided as information. J. Veldman suggested engaging the same consultant. Discussion was held and this can be reviewed at a later time. ii) Inventory/Map of Town Owned Land (to be provided at meeting) The CAO reviewed the current inventory/map. We will be getting County GIS to refine this a little more and make it more useful. Perhaps the Town owns property that would make sense to use, however, if we take parking out of the equation, that has to be considered as well. Also for consideration is the development of the south end of Broadway. Perhaps this could be added as a different colour to the map, for consideration purposes. Committee will need to formalize its discussion and recommendation(s) through resolution, once determined. iii) Hemson Growth Study (previously provided) Provided as information. iv) Update regarding RFP - Space Needs Study The CAO provided an update to the Committee. The RFP closes a week today – October 29, 2015. To date, 33 RFPs have been taken, with questions from 3. An Addendum went out today. Proposals will be brought to this Committee, to determine a successful vendor. We are hoping for a February 1, 2016 completion. Mayor Molnar spoke of material from late 2010, including redevelopment of this location, and presentation by owners. The material to be brought back for this Committee’s information. J. Veldman further commented on his suggestion to also engage the consultant that prepared the Central Area Design Study. Discussion was held, and it was suggested we proceed as we currently are, get a basic idea of size and needs, and perhaps after that we do a very broad RFP, at which time John’s suggestion would be addressed. 103 Council Meeting – Agenda - 3 - Mayor Molnar suggested we prepare internally a map/documentation illustrating where we currently are and the number of full-time employees. The CAO confirmed that can be provided. Further to the close of the current RFP, 15-013 – Consulting Services to Conduct a Space Needs Analysis, this Committee to schedule a meeting within the next couple weeks to review submissions. A revised map with the location of current assets, and also vacant spaces and who owns what in the core, to be provided as well. 6. Round Table 2016 Budget - D. Calder to discuss with the Town Treasurer about putting a line item in, for consultant dollars, etc. Updates to the Development Committee - Mayor Molnar noted that the Development Committee is in support of this Committee’s work and has requested regular updates. J. Veldman asked the question, what are we, as members of this Committee, able to discuss. Clarification was provided. 7. Next Meeting – Tuesday, November 10, 2105 @ 4:00pm 8. Adjournment Moved By: Mayor Molnar Resolution THAT the October 22, 2015 meeting be adjourned at 5:04pm. 104 = Attendance: Charles Baldwin, Rick Cox, Paul DeCloet, Penny Esseltine, Corey Hill, Robert Marsden, Sue Saelens, Marian Smith, Janet Wilkinson and guest Christine Nagy Regrets and Absent: Ken Butcher, Paul Wareing, Trisha Smith, Maurice Verhoeve 1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Robert Marsden. 2. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: J. Wilkinson Seconded By: P. Esseltine Proposed Resolution THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Committee meeting of October 1, 2015 be adopted with additions and changes. Carried 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: None 4. Approval of previous minutes Moved By: P. Esseltine Seconded By: P. DeCloet Proposed Resolution THAT the minutes for the September 3, 2015 meeting be approved with the amendment that P. Esseltine was absent. Carried 5. Presentations and Deputations: a) Rick Cox advised the committee that the Town had been selected to receive 750 Dutch tulip bulbs from Holland. This is in recognition of the anniversary of WWII and the relationship between Holland and Canada. A condition of the gift is that a Dutch-Canadian Friendship Garden must be created and involve veterans, school children and anyone else in the community who wants to take part. After discussion several potential locations, the committee chose the north east corner of the cemetery. This was deemed to be a site visible to all on a main road and an appropriate welcome to the town. The site needs to be prepared for the bulbs to be planted by early November. Moved By: M. Smith Seconded By: S. Saelens Proposed Resolution THAT the north east corner of the cemetery be recommended for the location of the Dutch-Canadian Friendship Garden. Carried The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee October 1, 2015 9:00 a.m. Marwood Lounge Tillsonburg Community Centre Minutes 105 Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Meeting – Minutes - 2 - b) Christine Nagy informed the committee of her background and association with Tillsonburg Horticultural Society. She explained how the Society has partnered with Tillsonburg BIA over the last three years in an attempt to beautify the downtown area. This has been unsuccessful for a number of reasons. Christine requested a partnership of Tillsonburg Horticultural Society, Tillsonburg BIA, Garden Gate and the Town of Tillsonburg to bring some beauty to Tillsonburg. She suggested permanent large pots placed mid-block rather than hanging baskets. These would be planted with flowers for the spring to fall period and replaced with winter greenery for the winter months. Moved By: S. Saelens Seconded By: J. Wilkinson Proposed Resolution THAT a working group partnership of Tillsonburg Horticultural Society, Tillsonburg BIA, Garden Gate and the Town of Tillsonburg be formed to plan, design and implement a Town wide beautification project. Carried. In addition, it was felt that an official representative from Tillsonburg Horticultural Society would be an asset to this committee. Moved By: P. Esseltine Seconded By: R. Cox Proposed Resolution THAT this Committee request a revision to our Terms of Reference to allow an increase in the number of members to include a Tillsonburg Horticultural Society representative to be a part of this Committee. Carried. Moved By: P. Esseltine Seconded By: M. Smith Proposed Resolution THAT a sub-committee be formed to implement the beautification project. Members will be P. Esseltine, S. Saelens, P. DeCloet and M. Smith. Christine Nagy will be the representative from Tillsonburg Horticultural Society. Carried. 6. General Business and Reports: a) Tree By-law: A new appendix was handed out to members. The amended bylaw and the appendix were reviewed by members. Corrections were noted Moved By: P. Esseltine Seconded By: S. Saelens Proposed Resolution THAT the Draft Tree By-law (replacing By-law 3135) and attached Appendix with corrections be recommended to Council for approval. Carried. b) Terms of Reference – referred to next meeting. 7. Correspondence: None 8. Other Business: a) P. Esseltine handed out Volunteer Service Recognition Awards to M. Smith and S. Saelens who were unable to attend the Town’s event. b) C. Hill noted that the report on the Trottier woodlot handed out at the last meeting was for information only. Corey made available two other comprehensive risk assessment reports on other trees in the town from Cambrian Forestry. These detail the health, condition and hazardousness of specific trees. c) Littering – referred to next meeting. 106 Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Meeting – Minutes - 3 - d) R. Marsden mentioned an issue at the cemetery of the gates to the storage yard/work area are often left open. This is unsightly and he requested that the gates be closed when this area is not in use. 9. Next meeting: November 5, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in the Marwood Lounge. 10. Adjournment Moved By: P. DeCloet Proposed Resolution THAT the October 1, 2015 meeting be adjourned at 10.40 a.m. Carried 107 = Attendance: Charles Baldwin, Paul DeCloet, Penny Esseltine, Corey Hill, Robert Marsden, Sue Saelens, Marian Smith, Trisha Smith, Paul Wareing, Maurice Verhoeve, Regrets: Ken Butcher, Rick Cox, Janet Wilkinson 1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 9:04 a.m. by Robert Marsden. 2. Adoption of Agenda Moved By: P. Wareing Seconded By: P. Esseltine Proposed Resolution THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Committee meeting of September 3, 2015 be adopted. Carried 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: None 4. Approval of previous minutes Moved By: S. Saelens Seconded By: P. DeCloet Proposed Resolution THAT the minutes for the June 11, 2015 meeting be approved with the amendment that P. Esseltine was absent. Carried 5. Presentations and Deputations: None 6. General Business and Reports: a) Draft cemetery bylaw Moved By: P. DeCloet Seconded By: S. Saelens Proposed Resolution THAT the draft cemetery decorating bylaw be presented to Council for approval, after due processes are completed. Carried b) Tree By-law: The appendix was handed out to members. The amended bylaw and the appendix are to be reviewed by members for discussion and finalization at the October meeting. C. Hill will forward the amended by-law to the secretary to be sent out to the members. c) Columbarium – the new columbarium has been successfully installed at the cemetery. 7. Correspondence: None The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Committee September 3, 2015 9:00 a.m. Marwood Lounge Tillsonburg Community Centre Minutes 108 Heritage, Beautification & Cemetery Advisory Meeting – Minutes - 2 - 8. Other Business: a) Cenotaph - Marble plaque has been ordered with the names of Tillsonburg soldiers who were killed in action in WWI and WWII. b) Considerable work has been done on the Pioneer cemetery by volunteers. Does the Pioneer cemetery fall under the mandate of this advisory committee? c) Set committee’s goals and objectives for year. T. Smith will investigate what is required to be a part of the Terms of Reference. P. Esseltine recommended that all members think of the three areas of this committee (heritage, beautification and cemetery) when considering goals. d) C. Hill distributed a report on the Trottier woodlot recommending the removal of high risk trees to increase the future health of the woodlot. Neighbours will be notified of public meetings to take place to keep them informed. Actual work will begin next year. e) Littering – despite by-law requiring covering of loads going to transfer station, there are still offenders. There is a large amount of litter in the town – how to deal with this to be discussed at the next meeting. f) M. Verhoeve asked that the next committee meeting consider discussing future land use at the cemetery. 9. Next meeting: October 1, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in the Marwood Lounge. 10. Adjournment Moved By: P. DeCloet Proposed Resolution THAT the June 11, 2015 meeting be adjourned at 9:51 a.m. Carried 109 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 1 - LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES - October 7, 2015 (as approved at the Board of Directors Meeting held November 4, 2015) Members in attendance: Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, John Scholten, Staff in attendance: C. Evanitski, D. Holmes, J. Robertson, J. Maxwell, L. Minshall, J. Miller, P. Gagnon and D. McLachlan Hearing attendees – Mr. J. Notarianni Regrets: Craig Grice, Noel Haydt and David Hayes The LPRCA Chair called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm Wednesday, October 7th, 2015 in the Tillsonburg Administration Office Boardroom. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS None DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST None DEPUTATIONS None MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS MOTION A-114/15 moved: J. Scholten seconded: D. Beres THAT the minutes of the LPRCA Board of Directors regular meeting held September 2nd, 2015 be adopted as circulated. CARRIED BUSINESS ARISING None REVIEW OF COMMITTEE MINUTES None 110 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 2 - CORRESPONDENCE The GM presented the Conservation Authorities Act Review at Haldimand County Council on August 31, 2015. MOTION A-115/15 moved: L. Bartlett seconded: J. Scholten THAT the correspondence outlined in the Board of Directors’ Agenda of October 7th, 2015 be received as information. CARRIED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS MOTION A-116/15 moved: L. Bartlett seconded: J. Scholten THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors does now sit as a Hearing Board. CARRIED a) Hearing re: John Notarianni The roll was called. The Chair gave his opening remarks and reviewed the guidelines and process to be followed for the hearing. Staff introduced the applicant and gave an overview of the Ontario Regulation (O. Reg) 178/06 under Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act. Staff then reviewed the subject property in relation to the regulation and noted the reasons for refusal. Of note, conservation authorities did not have the authority to regulate shoreline activities until 2006. All units in the development except two had been completed prior to the change of the Regulation in 2006. The second last unit was completed and complied with the new regulations. Staff responded to questions from the Board regarding the retaining wall construction, ownership and most recent inspection. The applicant presented his position on the basis that the original plan was approved prior to the 2006 regulation change and all of the units except one are in line with the 15m setback rather than the 18m setback. The Board asked questions of both the applicant and staff. If the applicant agreed to 111 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 3 - the 18m setback, staff would be able to approve the permit application. MOTION A-117/15 moved by: R. Geysens seconded: D. Beres That the LPRCA Board of Directors does now enter into an “In Camera” session to discuss: • a matter in respect of which a Conservation Authority may hold a closed meeting under another Act. CARRIED MOTION A-118/15 moved by: J. Scholten seconded: R. Geysens That the LPRCA Board of Directors does now adjourn from the “In Camera” session. CARRIED MOTION A-119/15 moved by: R. Chambers seconded: R. Geysens That the LPRCA Board of Directors adjourn from sitting as a Hearing Board. CARRIED Mr. Notarianni was advised that his appeal was successful to construct a dwelling with a 15 metre setback. He then left the meeting. b) Staff Approved applications Staff approved 18 applications since the last meeting in September: LPRCA-110/15, LPRCA-112/15, LPRCA-113/15, LPRCA-114/15, LPRCA-115/15, LPRCA-116/15, LPRCA-118/15, LPRCA-119/15, LPRCA-120/15, LPRCA-121/15, LPRCA-122/15, LPRCA-123/15, LPRCA-124/15, LPRCA-125/15, LPRCA-126/15, LPRCA-127/15, LPRCA-128/15 and LPRCA-129/15. No comments or questions. MOTION A-120/15 moved: R. Geysens seconded: T. Southwick That the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the Staff Approved Section 28 Regulation Applications report as information. CARRIED c) New Applications The Planning Department sought approval for two applications. No further questions or 112 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 4 - comments. MOTION A-121/15 moved: L. Bartlett seconded: J. Scholten THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors approves the following Development Applications contained within the background section of the report: A. For Work under Section 28 Regulations, Development, Interference with Wetlands & Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulations (R.R.O. 1990 Reg. 178/06), LPRCA-130/15 LPRCA-131/15 B. That the designated officers of LPRCA be authorized to complete the approval process for this Development Application, as far as it relates to LPRCA’s mandate and related Regulations. CARRIED NEW BUSINESS a) CALENDAR REVIEW The remaining parks, Backus Heritage, Haldimand, Norfolk and Waterford, close October 15th. The Biennial Tour was a success with a lot of positive comments. The Chair reviewed the highlights of the Tour. MOTION A-122/15 moved: R. Chambers seconded: J. Scholten THAT the LPRCA board of Directors receives the October Calendar Review Report as information. CARRIED b) GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT The GM reported on his activities regarding the Conservation Authorities Act Review. After meetings with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), it was made clear that there would be no further funding for the Source Water Protection Program beyond the current funding. MOTION A-123/15 moved: R. Chambers seconded: J. Scholten 113 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 5 - THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the General Manager’s Report for September 2015 as information. CARRIED c) CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES ACT REPORT The GM has made presentations at eight municipalities and will be visiting Tillsonburg in the next week. He GM noted in his presentations that there is little likelihood of funding coming from the province, and that the hope is that conservation authorities will be allowed to approach all ministries to request funding. MOTION A-124/15 moved: D. Beres seconded: L. Bartlett That the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the Conservation Authorities Act Review update as information; AND THAT a letter endorsing Conservation Ontario’s comments on the CA Act Review be forwarded to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (EBR 012-4509) from the Chair on behalf of LPRCA. CARRIED d) BLACK CREEK CA REPORT Staff noted that prior to the funding cutbacks in the 1990s, there was a crew of six to eight people who would maintain the little parkettes within the watershed. Since the cuts, most of the parkettes have had limited or no maintenance as there is now only one seasonal staff person to complete the duties. Black Creek Conservation Area is a well-used area with parking and a boat launch but sees a large amount of illegal dumping. Staff maintains the area biweekly and a volunteer group cleans the area in the spring but dumping still occurs on a regular basis. Staff offered a number of options with a preference for Option 2: Seasonal Closure – Gate the area annually starting October 15th and ending April 15th. This would allow for pedestrian access only in the closed season but would allow access to the boat launch during the boating season. Discussion ensued. MOTION A-125/15 moved: D. Beres seconded: L. Bartlett THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors approves Option #2 for the operation and maintenance of Black Creek Conservation Area as outlined in the staff report dated September 29th, 2015. CARRIED e) TIMBER TENDER – DEAN/POWELL TRACT The prescription for the Dean/Powell Tract was presented at an earlier board meeting 114 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 6 - and has since been implemented and tendered as Contract LP-283-15. Staff recommended accepting the highest bid received from L. Pilkey who has completed LPRCA timber operations in the past. The bid was above the reserve. MOTION A-126/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: N. Haydt THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors accepts the tender submitted by Leonard Pilkey for marked standing timber at the Dean/Powell Tract for a total tendered price of $85,600.00. CARRIED f) SECTION 28 REGULATION REPORT The draft policy document was originally brought to the Board for review in June. Staff was directed to review the policy with an ad hoc committee which has since met three times and has completed the review. The Committee recommended that the updated policies now be submitted to watershed municipal planning departments for comment prior to public consultation. Staff reviewed the proposed timeline with the hope that the process will be completed by May 2016. MOTION A-127/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: T. Southwick THAT LPRCA staff be directed to consult with member municipalities and other non- government organizations on the draft LPRCA Policies for the Administration of the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation. CARRIED g) LAKE LEVELS REPORT Staff presented that Lake Erie is currently approximately .4m above average for this time of year meaning the shoreline is more vulnerable to flooding and erosion from wind/storm events. November and December is the most vulnerable time if the lake is not frozen due to the frequency and severity of storms. One metre above average can lead to potential minor nuisance flooding and 1.4m above average could lead to potential severe flooding resulting in road closures. MOTION A-128/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: T. Southwick THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the Lake Erie water levels update report as information. CARRIED h) ELGIN COUNTY SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE The Elgin County Shoreline Management Plan is in the final draft phase. The public 115 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 7 - consultation process was completed in August and the Steering Committee was to meet on September 29th to consider the plan and discuss the next steps. Further information is to follow. MOTION A-129/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: T. Southwick THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the Elgin County Shoreline Management Plan Update as information. CARRIED MOTION A-130/15 moved: J. Scholten seconded: R. Chambers That the LPRCA Board of Directors does now enter into an “In Camera” session to discuss: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Conservation Authority employees; a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Conservation Authority; litigation or potential litigation, including matters affecting the Conservation Authority. CARRIED MOTION A-131/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: T. Southwick That the LPRCA Board of Directors does now adjourn from the “In Camera” session. CARRIED MOTION A-132/15 moved: L. Bartlett seconded: T. Southwick THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors awards the tender for the Dereham Wetland Restoration Project to Allan’s Excavating Inc. at a price of $1.70/cubic metre to a maximum of $55,400. CARRIED MOTION A-133/15 moved: R. Geysens seconded: J. Scholten THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors receives the GM’s verbal updates regarding two personnel matters as information. CARRIED MOTION A-134/15 moved: D. Brunton seconded: T. Southwick THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors approves the modification of the Healthy Watershed specialist position to that of Water Resources Specialist at a Salary Grade 116 FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Leroy Bartlett, Dave Beres, Doug Brunton, Robert Chambers, Michael Columbus, Roger Geysens, Craig Grice, Noel Haydt, David Hayes, John Scholten, Tom Southwick - 8 - 5; AND THAT said position be advertised on the LPRCA website. CARRIED MOTION A-135/15 moved: L. Bartlett seconded: R. Geysens THAT the LPRCA Board of Directors approves the acquisition of Part Lot 20, Concession 2, STR, Middleton, designated as Part 1, Plan 37R-3187 (Norfolk County) from William and Michele Goldie for a tax receipt of $7,600.00; AND THAT the Chair and General Manager be directed to sign the (attached) Acknowledgement and Direction. CARRIED The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:05pm. _____________________________ ________________________________ Michael Columbus Dana McLachlan Chair Administrative Assistant 117 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3965 A BY-LAW to amend By-Law 3901, being a by-law to Appoint Directors to the Board of Management of the Tillsonburg Business Improvement Area (BIA), hereby established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend By-Law 3901; BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg as follows: 1. THAT Section 2 of By-Law 3901, be and is hereby amended by deleting the name “Joe McIntyre”; 2. THAT “Wendy Cameron” be hereby appointed as a member of the Board of Management until the 1st day of January, 2019, or until her successor is appointed; 3. THAT the amendment to By-Law 3901 is hereby declared to be part of that By-Law as if written therein; 4. THAT this By-Law shall come into full force and effect upon passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. ________________________________ Mayor – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ Deputy Clerk – Tricia Smith 118 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3966 A BY-LAW to amend Schedule A of By-Law 3876, to Define the Mandate, Membership, and Meeting Procedures for Committees Established by The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Schedule A – of By-Law 3876; BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg as follows: 1. THAT Schedule A of By-Law 3876 Committee Structure be amended as attached hereto; 2. THAT these amendments to By-Law 3876 are hereby declared to be part of that By-Law as if written therein; 3. THAT this By-Law shall come into full force and effect upon passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. _______________________________ Mayor – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ Deputy Clerk – Tricia Smith 119 By-Law 3966 Schedule “A” to Amend By-Law 3876 Town of Tillsonburg 2014-2018 Committee Structure Board/Committees Citizen Appointments Council Representatives Terms Statutory Requirements /Discretionary Staff Liaison Accessibility Advisory Committee Mike Cerna Helen Lamos Michael Kadey Councillor Stephenson 4 years Mandatory Deputy Clerk Airport Advisory Committee Rick Lee Richard Van Maele Geoffrey Lee Donna Scanlan Euclid Benoit Andre Brisson Henry Atkinson Jeremy Stockmans Mel Getty Councillor Rosehart 4 years Discretionary Development Commissioner Cultural Advisory Committee Erin Getty Josiane DeCloet Deb Beard Ann Loker Councillor Stephenson 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Development Committee Lisa Gilvesy Steve Spanjers Randy Thornton Michael Bossy John Veldman Andrew Burns Scott McLean Mel Getty Paul DeCloet Ashton Nembhard Real Estate Board Rep - Lindsay Morgan Councillor Hayes 4 years Discretionary CAO Development Commissioner 120 BIA Rep – Cedric Tomico Chamber Rep - Jesse Goossens Heritage, Beautification and Cemetery Committee Paul DeCloet Sue Saelens Marion Smith Janet Wilkinson Robert Marsden Christine Nagy Councillor Esseltine 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Museum Advisory Committee Dianne MacKeigan Robert Marsden Mary Lou Sergeant Helen Lamos Councillor Rosehart 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Donna Scanlan Bob McCormick Donald Baxter Dace Zvanitajs Mike Cerna Mel Getty James Payne Susan Labanich Paul DeCloet Councillor Esseltine 4 years Discretionary Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks AND/OR Designate Special Awards Committee Ann Loker Mary Anne Vangeertruyde Sam Lanb Councillor Stephenson 4 Years Discretionary Clerk AND/OR Designate Tillsonburg Non Profit Housing Robert Hurley Evenly Fritz Ron Gasparetto Joyce Hanson Geraldine Brisebois John Stanbridge Terry Pierce Carolyn Hicks Roderick Van Riesen Councillor Adam n/a n/a n/a 121 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3967 A BY-LAW to adopt the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy. WHEREAS Section 270(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 states that a municipality shall adopt and maintain policies with respect to its procurement of goods and services and such policies will be adopted to ensure that it is accountable to the public for its actions, and shall be the manner in which the municipality will try to ensure that its actions are transparent to the public. AND WHEREAS The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg deems it expedient and necessary to repeal By-Law 3765 Purchasing Policy, enacted November 11, 2013; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg is desirous of adopting the Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the Town of Tillsonburg Purchasing Policy attached hereto as "Schedule A" is hereby adopted and forms part of this by-law. 2. AND THAT By-Law 3765, Purchasing Policy, be and is hereby repealed in its entirety. 3. AND THAT this by-law comes into full force and effect on the day of passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. Mayor – Stephen Molnar Deputy Clerk – Tricia Smith 122 Schedule A THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG PURCHASING POLICY APPOVAL DATE: REVISION DATE: 11/23/15 Page 1 of 8 APPENDICES: TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................2 2.0 POLICY STATEMENT....................................................................................................4 3.0 ESTABLISHING PRICE RANGE....................................................................................4 4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY.........................................................................................................5 5.0 PRESCRIBED COUNCIL APPROVAL...........................................................................6 6.0 EXCEPTIONS.................................................................................................................6 7.0 NO LOBBYING…………………………………………………...………………...………...7 8.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY………………………………………….........................................7 9.0 CO-OPERATIVE PURCHASING…..…………………………………………..…..…….…7 10.0 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS……………………………………………….……..……..….....7 11.0 TIE BIDS…………………….…………………….……………............................................7 12.0 DELEGATON OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE............................................................7 13.0 OTHER..............................................................................................................................7 123 BY-LAW No. 3967 OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG A BY-LAW TO PROVIDE FOR THE PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1.0 DEFINITIONS In this By-Law: a) “Agent” shall mean the Treasurer or designate who has the sole authority to authorize, save and except the Mayor and Clerk, to execute contract documents on behalf of the Town; b) "Bid" shall mean (i) a specific price for specific works or (ii) where appropriate, a proposal; c) “Buyer” shall mean the employee responsible for the procurement of goods and services for the Town; individual responsible for ensuring that the purchasing by-law, policies and procedures are consistently applied in the departments, and who serves as a resource to Departments in support of the purchasing function; d) “CAO” shall mean the Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Tillsonburg; and e) “Clerk” shall mean the Clerk of the Town appointed pursuant to the Municipal Act 2001, as amended, or in her absence, the Deputy-Clerk or such other person designated by the Council by resolution for the purposes of this By-Law; f) “Department Manager” shall mean the individual or designate who is accountable for the budget and responsible for the operations of any single department or division within the Town; g) “Director” shall mean the individual accountable for the operation of overall departments within the Town; h) "Emergency" shall mean a situation, or the threat of an impending situation, where serious delay may affect the life, safety, health or welfare of the general public, cause Page 2 124 damage to the environment or to the property of the residents of the Town, or to prevent serious damage, disruption of work, or to restore or to maintain essential service to a minimum level; i) "Goods and Services" shall include all supplies, materials, equipment, furniture, fixtures, general maintenance and service construction contracts, construction maintenance, contractors, and or subcontractors, food, drugs and professional services, but does not include real property; j) “His” shall in all cases mean his or her and "he" shall in all cases mean he or she; k) "Prescribed Forms or Forms" shall mean the standard documents as provided as part of the purchasing procedure guidelines as approved by the CAO; l) “Professional Services” shall mean the services of architects, engineers, designers, surveyors, management and financial consultants, brokers, lawyers, planning consultants, project managers and any other professional and consulting services required by the Town; m) “Purchase” shall mean the acquisition of Goods and Services or any interest therein by purchase, lease, rental or otherwise; n) "Quotation" shall mean a written request for vendor bids for the supply of goods or services, from selected sources of supply, not opened in public; o) "Request for Proposal" shall mean a formal request for details on the supply of goods or the provision of services, which cannot be fully defined or specified at the time of the request; p) “Supplier” shall mean any company or organization that provides, or has the capacity to provide, certain Goods or Services to the Town in accordance with the terms of this By-Law; q) "Tender" shall mean a formal request for sealed Bids for the supply of Goods and Services in response to an advertised solicitation; r) “Town” shall mean The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg; s) "Vendor of Record" shall mean an approved vendor. Page 3 125 2.0 POLICY STATEMENT 2.1 Objectives The objective of the policy is to ensure: a) best value is achieved consistent with the required quality and service; b) integrity in the purchasing process; c) openness, accountability and transparency and fair treatment of all bidders; d) encouraging bids through e-bidding, newspapers and websites. 2.2 Guidelines a) No Purchase shall be made except as provided in this By-Law. b) No Purchase shall be split so as to avoid the purchasing process as outlined within this By-Law. c) Council has the ultimate authority for all expenditures. Council delegates this authority by the authorization of budgets or by specific resolution. d) Prior to the approval of the current year’s business plan and budget, a department may incur normal operating expenditures that are required to maintain services. This shall include the payment of expenditures on previously approved capital items and projects. e) No contract shall be entered into and no expenditure shall be authorized unless Council has provided funds for such purpose in the annual budget or agreed to the provision of such funds. f) The Department Managers, Directors, Fire Chief or the CAO shall ensure that all provisions of this By-Law are complied with in respect of the purchase of Goods and Services for or on behalf of his department and are responsible for the approval of accounts within the approved budget for the department. g) This purchasing policy may be overridden by Council if Council, in its own discretion determines it to be appropriate and in the best interest of the Town. h) The Director of Finance shall maintain written procurement procedures and procurement shall adhere to those procedures. 3.0 ESTABLISHING PRICE RANGE Purchase prices shall be obtained as follows: • Up to $2,500 – For purchases up to $2,500, comparison pricing must be completed by the assigned Buyer. • $2,500 to $10,000 - For any purchases, other than those covered by a vendor of record, when the amount is between $2,500 to $10,000, the assigned Buyer making the purchase shall obtain quotations from more than one source using catalogues, suppliers' lists, online pricing or through negotiations, upon assuring themselves that all prices offered are fair and equitable. Page 4 126 • $10,000 to $35,000 - For all purchases between $10,000 and $35,000, a minimum of 3 written quotations must be obtained by the assigned Buyer. • Over $35,000 – By Tender or Request for Proposal. The above prices shall be on a before-tax basis. Adherence to the above does not apply to circumstances addressed in section 6. QUICK GUIDE TO PURCHASING GUIDELINES Purchasing Mechanism Dollar Value of Purchase Approval Authority & Authority to Award Small Order Purchase Up to $2,500 Department Manager Price Quotes $2,500 – $10,000 Department Manager or Director approves; purchaser made through Departmental Buyer Written Quotation $10,000 – $35,000 Department Manager Director or CAO Tender, Request for Proposals or Sole Source Purchases $35,000 + Council 4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY a) The CAO shall maintain accountability to Council during the procurement process. b) No purchase of Goods and Services shall be made by the Town for the personal use of elected or appointed officials or employees of the Town. c) No Goods and Services shall be purchased from an employee of the Town, or from any associate of such employee, unless the extent of the interest of such employee has been fully disclosed and the purchase has been approved by the CAO. d) The Agent oversees the Town’s purchasing process and compliance thereof. Only the Agent, Mayor or Clerk has the authority to execute contract documents on behalf of the Town. Page 5 127 5.0 PRESCRIBED COUNCIL APPROVAL The following Purchases shall be subject to Council approval: a) any contract prescribed by statute to be made by Council; b) any contract that requires debt financing; c) any contract where this By-Law is being waived; d) any contract where Council has expressly directed staff to report prior to an award; e) any contract where a submission in response to a call for Bid contains an irregularity that cannot be resolved by terms of the Bid; or, f) any contract for a Purchase made in accordance with section 6.0 (b); g) any contract for a tender or request for proposal as required under this policy. Council may waive, by resolution, the application of any part of this By-Law in respect of any given procurement. 6.0 EXCEPTIONS a) When an emergency occurs that, at the discretion of the CAO, Director, Fire Chief, or Department Manager, constitutes immediate danger to health, safety, life or property, or requires the immediate procurement of goods and services, the Department Manager or his/her designate may purchase through sole sources, such required Goods or Services upon consultation with the Director or CAO. A follow-up report to Council is required for all Emergency Purchases over $5,000. b) The Tendering, RFP or purchasing process may not be required where the Goods or Services are proprietary to one vendor, where there is only one supplier that can meet the Town’s needs within a reasonable distance or where the cost of changing suppliers for a product or service already in place is deemed to be exorbitant by the CAO. Upon written staff recommendations, Council shall, in its’ sole discretion determine whether a Bid, RFP or purchasing process may be forgone for these reasons. Such exemption must be granted by resolution. c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this policy, the following expenditures must be made subject to budget constraints and may be made without following the formal purchasing procedures detailed herein; i) Petty cash items ii) Training and education including conferences, courses and seminars iii) Mileage, travel and accommodations iv) Payroll related expenses v) Utilities, postage, bank charges vi) Licensing, maintenance and software support for prior purchases; vii) Professional Services. Page 6 128 7.0 NO LOBBYING No bidder shall contact any member of Council or any Town staff in an attempt to influence the award of a contract. If a bidder contacts any member of Council or any Town staff in an attempt to influence the award of a contract, the bidder may be disqualified at the discretion of the CAO. 8.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY The Town is committed to the health and safety of their employees, contractors, visitors and the general public. This includes a commitment to Health and Safety in the procurement process. 9.0 CO-OPERATIVE PURCHASING The Town may participate with other government agencies or public authorities in co- operative purchasing. The policies of the government agencies or public authorities calling the Co-operative Bid are to be the accepted policy of that particular Bid. 10.0 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS Where any goods or personal property of the Town are declared surplus, cannot be used by another Town department, and have a residual value greater than $1,000, the goods shall be disposed of by public Bid or public auction. If no Bids are received, the Departmental Manager or Buyer may dispose of the goods or personal property as deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. This section shall not apply to goods or equipment traded in on new equipment or returned for credit to original sources of supply. 11.0 TIE BIDS In the event that two (2) or more compliant, equal bids are submitted during a competitive Bid process, the Town shall determine the successful bidder by drawing a bidder’s name, as determined by the CAO. 12.0 DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE The authority to purchase Goods and Services may be delegated or assigned to a local Board following the dollar thresholds as set out in this Policy. 13.0 OTHER Where any other By-Law exists which is in conflict with a provision of this Policy, the provision of this Policy shall be deemed to apply. This Policy shall be reviewed and updated, as appropriate, every five (5) years, following the date of its enactment. Page 7 129 READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. _______________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar _______________________________ DEPUTY CLERK – Tricia Smith Page 8 130 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3969 A BY-LAW to authorize a Subdivision Agreement with Landmark Homes Inc. to allow for the development of lands consisting of 18 lots described as Lots 59-67 & 87-95 of Plan 41M-143 in the Town of Tillsonburg, County of Oxford. WHEREAS The Town of Tillsonburg is desirous of entering into a Subdivision Agreement with Landmark Homes Inc. for the development of lands described above. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the Subdivision Agreement between Landmark Homes Inc., The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and the County of Oxford attached hereto as Schedule “A” forms part of this by-law; 2. THAT the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be hereby authorized to execute the attached agreement marked as Schedule “A” on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. _________________________ MAYOR-Stephen Molnar _________________________ DEPUTY CLERK-Tricia Smith 131 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3970 A BY-LAW to authorize an Agreement between The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg and Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the “Ministry”) WHEREAS The Town of Tillsonburg deems it necessary and expedient to enter into an Agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg enacts as follows: 1. THAT the Agreement attached hereto as Schedule “A” forms part of this by-law; 2. THAT the Mayor and Deputy Clerk be hereby authorized to execute the attached agreement marked as Schedule “A” on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF November, 2015. _________________________ MAYOR-Stephen Molnar _________________________ DEPUTY CLERK-Tricia Smith 132 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG BY-LAW NUMBER 3971 BEING A BY-LAW to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 23rd day of November, 2015 WHEREAS Section 5 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that the powers of a municipal corporation shall be exercised by its council; AND WHEREAS Section 5 (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that municipal powers shall be exercised by by-law; AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law; NOW THEREFORE THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. All actions of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg at its meeting held on November 23, 2015, with respect to every report, motion, by-law, or other action passed and taken by the Council, including the exercise of natural person powers, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this or a separate by-law. 2. The Mayor and Deputy Clerk are authorized and directed to do all the things necessary to give effect to the action of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg referred to in the preceding section. 3. The Mayor and the Deputy Clerk are authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the seal of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg. 4. This by-law shall come into full force and effect on the day of passing. READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2015. ________________________________ MAYOR – Stephen Molnar ________________________________ DEPUTY CLERK – Tricia Smith 133 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda Addendum November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Page 1 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda 7. Delegations & Presentations 7.4 – Community Transportation Pilot Project Update Presented By: John Preston Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda COMMITTEE REPORT Community Transportation Pilot Program Steering Committee Report Title: Taxi-Bus Program Tillsonburg Report No.: CTPPSC 15-10 Author: John Magill Preston Meeting Type: REPORT TO COUNCIL Council Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: RECOMMENDATION: For information only. BACKGROUND/EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Tillsonburg & District Multi-Service Centre (MSC) and the Community Transportation Coordinator have been exploring affordable transportation options for seniors, and individuals looking for a ride to work. In partnership with Community Living Tillsonburg, and Why Wait Taxi, a signatory partner on the Pilot Program Grant application, MSC has developed a taxi-bus program that provides a discounted taxi fare for group rides at certain times and pick-up locations. CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION The Taxi-Bus program is divided into two types of service provision – for seniors and workers. For seniors, the program will have a set date and time for pick-up and return, once a week, for a group of passengers. The cost per passenger is $3 each way. Currently, this program is specifically for seniors residing in the Hickory Hills area and will provide an opportunity for these residents to get downtown for shopping, medical appointments and social activities for a couple hours. To clarify, it is not a scheduled bus, but a prearranged ridesharing taxi pick-up and return on a specific day and time, once a week. It may be possible to extend and expand the program depending on the interest. As an introduction to the program, the cost per rider will be only $2 for an initial period of time, the other $1 being subsidized by the Tillsonburg & District Multi-Service Centre. Interested residents are asked to register with John Preston, Community Transportation Coordinator (519- 842-9008, extension 257). Scheduled pick-ups by Why Wait Taxi will be Page 3 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda determined by the number of riders booked. The introductory price of $2 is only for seniors accessing the Taxi-Bus program. The target start date for the Senior Taxi-Bus is December 1st. For workers, the program is similar in that it is a shared taxi ride through Why Wait Taxi for a minimum of four riders, to get them from their neighbourhood to their place of employment for a discounted fare. The fare is set at $3/rider. Interested residents are required to register for the program, providing details of which area of town they live, where they work, and the times that their work starts. Once enough riders are confirmed, registered workers will be instructed to purchase tickets ahead of time, and informed of where and when to meet the taxi-bus. Again, workers can register by contacting John Preston, Community Transportation Coordinator at 519-842-9008, extension 257. The target start date for this program is December 14. COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT Economic Sustainability – Support new and existing businesses and provide a variety of employment opportunities: although not directly linked to this goal, transportation is part of the support network to ensure that residents can more easily get to work reliably and on-time. Economic Sustainability – Provide diverse retail services in the downtown core – Seniors will be able to get to the downtown more independently, and affordably, in order to access services and retail. Demographic Balance – Provide opportunities for families to thrive: devise and implement a strategy for addressing family needs: reliable transportation to work, sustain income; an opportunity for residents to be more independent without putting strain on family members. Demographic Balance - Support the aging population and an active senior citizenship Culture & Community – Provide opportunities for families to thrive: alternative transportation options FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE The cost for seniors is $3/ride, but only $2/ride for an introductory period. The cost for workers is $3/ride each based on a minimum compliment of 4 riders. Page 4 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda COMMITTEE REPORT Community Transportation Pilot Program Steering Committee Report Title: Regional Rideshare Program Report No.: CTPPSC 15-11 Author: John Magill Preston Meeting Type: REPORT TO COUNCIL Council Date: NOVEMBER 23, 2015 Attachments: REGIONAL RIDESHARE INITIATIVE INVITATION RECOMMENDATION: For information only. BACKGROUND/EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 1997, the City of London initiated a Rideshare Program for its residents and students. In 2007, the program was upgraded to include software (Pathways Intelligence Inc.) that would intuitively match residents based on interests, profile and destinations. The City of London has also been outreaching to surrounding counties to participate in the program, and to share the cost of the licensing agreement. Lambton County recently signed on to the program earlier this Fall. Natalie Surridge, Project Director of the Oxford Workforce Development Partnership (OWDP), has been building momentum around this program with business and County partners across Oxford. Natalie has recently reached out to the CT Pilot Program Steering Committee, through the Coordinator, as a potential partner that would expand the outreach to community social service agencies in Oxford County. CONSULTATION/COMMUNICATION “The counties of Huron and Perth, the town of St. Mary’s and the cities of Stratford and London recently aligned resources toward a regional rideshare initiative. This initiative involves two main components: 1. a web service that enables members of our communities to connect for the purpose of sharing rides to work, to health care facilities, or leisure destinations and 2. a coordinated marketing campaign. “ Page 5 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda As the primary focus of the OWDP has been on connecting employers of the region to the Rideshare Program, this has the potential to be a large component of the transportation solution, particularly around individuals looking for rides to work within Tillsonburg and surrounding communities. Interested residents are required to sign-up on the website, and enter information about themselves and their transportation needs. An algorithm in the program finds matches between registrants, makes a recommendation to potential partners, and if interested, the individuals can connect to arrange their own transportation plan, at no cost. Employers can also register with the program, at no cost, by setting up a company portal for employees to connect to create carpooling opportunities. To date, the program has not been implemented into Oxford County, but with more funding partners contributing to the start-up and annual costs to maintain the license, this program can be set up quickly. Part of the start-up and annual fees go to producing marketing materials, therefore not incurring any additional costs to promote it with residents. For more information on becoming a contributing partner to the Rideshare Program, or to keep up-to-date on the availability of the Program, please contact John Preston, Community Transportation Coordinator, 519-842-9008, extension 257, or by email JPreston@communitylivingtillsonburg.ca COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT Economic Sustainability – Support new and existing businesses and provide a variety of employment opportunities: although not directly linked to this goal, transportation is part of the support network to ensure that residents can more easily get to work reliably and on-time. Economic Sustainability – Provide diverse retail services in the downtown core – Seniors will be able to get to the downtown more independently, and affordably, in order to access services and retail. Demographic Balance – Provide opportunities for families to thrive: devise and implement a strategy for addressing family needs: reliable transportation to work, sustain income; an opportunity for residents to be more independent without putting strain on family members. Demographic Balance - Support the aging population and an active senior citizenship Culture & Community – Provide opportunities for families to thrive: alternative transportation options. Page 6 / 7 Addendum to November 23, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE Should the Town of Tillsonburg be interested in contributing to the program, either initially, or through annual fees, that can be arranged through the Oxford Workforce Development Partnership. Marketing materials are provided as part of the start-up and annual fee, so no additional funding would be required. Page 7 / 7