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ATTENDANCE
Andrew Burns, Mel Getty, Deb Gilvesy, Lisa Gilvesy, Jesse Goossens, Councillor Jim Hayes,
Kirby Heckford, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Lindsay Morgan, Randy Thornton, John Veldman
Staff Present: David Calder, Cephas Panschow
MEMBERS ABSENT/REGRETS
Ashton Nembhard, Steve Spanjers, Cedric Tomico
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 AM.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Moved By: D. Gilvesy Seconded By: M. Getty
Proposed Resolution # 1
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Development Committee meeting of July 12, 2016 be
adopted.
Carried
3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof – None Declared
4. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
4.1. Minutes of the Meeting of June 14, 2016
Moved By: R. Thornton Seconded By: L. Morgan
Proposed Resolution # 2
THAT the Minutes of the Development Committee Meeting of June 14, 2016 be
approved.
Carried
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Development Committee
July 12, 2016
7:30 AM
Board Room, Customer Service Centre
10 Lisgar Ave, Tillsonburg
MINUTES
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5. Delegations and Presentations
5.1. Building Department Q2 2016 Report
Overall construction is above average with strong residential and commercial activity. Industrial
sector is seeing some moderate activity with more expected as projects obtain approval. Single
family building permits reached 50 units in the first half, which is the highest in recent years.
Expect activity to remain strong in the second half of the year.
6. Information Items
6.1. Community Strategic Plan
No update.
6.2. Post-Secondary Education
Chamber and Town staff met recently and are proposing to move forward with circulating the
survey results to respondents and inviting companies interested in working together to a
meeting to discuss possible initiatives. Committee agreed with moving forward in this manner.
6.3. Tillsonburg Hydro Inc
The shareholder (Town) has re-appointed six board positions and will be reviewing applicants
for one vacant position. The General Manager position hiring is in process. Strategic Plan is
being developed and there are two survey underway (customer service and strategic plan). The
Strategic Plan process will include a review of THI’s bylaw, Master Service Agreement and
Memorandum of Understanding and Direction.
6.4. Town Hall Task Force
The Task Force has released a Request for Expressions of Interest that has been circulated
through notices in the Tillsonburg News and Economic Development contacts including the Real
Estate Board, local agencies like the Chamber and BIA and area construction/development
contacts. This is a “once in a generation” opportunity and focus has to be on getting it right for
the community. Interested parties are asked to contact the Development Commissioner.
7. General Business & Reports - None
7.1. Economic Development Q2 2016 Report
Total number of prospecting hours is over target with Q1 shortfall made up. Business
development outcalls are below target along with lead files opened and closed. These are
expected to reach target by year end as they are in the due diligence process. Corporate visits
to Tillsonburg companies are above target along with client/investor visits to Tillsonburg.
Business Plan items are on track. Design/build concepts for industrial parks are in process.
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7.2. Education & Training Survey Update – See above
7.3. Community Improvement Plan – Review of Funding Scenarios
Staff reviewed various rebates that could be expected under the new program based on
assessment increases of $1M, $2M and $3M. Committee would like to know how this
compares to other municipalities in the area as they would like to be sure that the program is
effective. Bring forward at next meeting. Also, confirm timing to be brought forward to Council
for approval.
7.4. Update on Corporate Visit (CT)
Staff provided update on visit to corporate head office in US. There appears to be an
opportunity to see an expanded investment in Tillsonburg facility with a decision being reviewed
in Q4 2016. Staff will work to position Tillsonburg well and will make that presentation in
person. Committee was appreciative of information received.
8. Committee Minutes & Reports
8.1. Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
Reminder of upcoming events including the TDCC Open on Aug 11 and the first ever Tapas
night on Sep 16. The Small Business Roundtable was well attended with good input from
the business community.
8.2. Downtown Business Improvement Association
No update.
8.3. Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board
Monthly report has not been released as of today, but will be circulated along with listings
when available.
8.4. Physician Recruitment
Town CAO and Hospital CEO have agreed to fund a shared position for one day per week
to supporting physician recruitment and attendance at networking events. A job description
is being developed.
9. Correspondence - None
10. Other Business
10.1. Roundtable
Ontario Flue Cured Tobacco Growers’ Marketing Board office has been relocated to London
from Tillsonburg.
AMO municipal conference is scheduled for August and Town will be represented. Focus
will be on rebuilding relationship with new minister of Energy.
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Concern raised regarding lack of available parking in certain parts of the downtown. Office/
personal service uses are seeing limited opportunity for their customers to find spots or their
customers are receiving tickets as they are staying longer than the 2 hours. CAO to look
into extending 2 hours to 3 hours or the potential for passes.
Request to circulate more agenda info in advance of meetings.
Since we often discuss downtown issues, Committee would like to have a downtown
marketing discussion on an upcoming agenda.
11. Closed Session
12. Next Meeting
The next meeting of the Development Committee will be on Tuesday, August 9, 2016.
13. Adjournment
Moved By: R. Thornton Seconded By:
Proposed Resolution 4
THAT the Development Committee Meeting of July 12, 2016 be adjourned at 9:22 AM.