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991213 Regular Council AgendaTHE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG COUNCIL AGENDA MONDAY — December 13`h, 1999 — 8:00 P.M. PLEASE NOTE: Tillsonburg News will be taking a photo of Council for the special Millennium Edition at 8:00. ORDER OF BUSINESS: A. Closed Session B. Adoption of Minutes — November 22"d, 1999 BE 22f+lovember99Coun cil-Minutes.doc C. Adoption of Agenda D. Presentation 1. Presentation of 25 Year Watch to William Al McGilligan E. Declarations — Municipal Conflict of Interest Act F. Appointments/Delegations 1. Oxford County Warden RE: Downsizing of Council G. Committee of Adiustment 1. A-20/99 — Kelbro Entreprises on LetterAf i) Comments from County Planner "Lettii ).xif' 2. A-21/99 — Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner IN "Letter (3).xif' i) Comments from County Planner IN "Letter (4).xif' 3. A-17/99 — Harry & Maria VanRyswyck D letterl.xif i} Comments from County Planner (supplementary report) IN "Letter (5).xif' H. Public Hearings 1. Application for Zone Change — Stephen & Carol Culig (Applicants have requested deferral) on "Letter (6).xif' I. Reports 1. Application for Condominium Conversion — Edward and Nancy Buchanan on page000.tif 2. Director of Corporate Services RE: Amendment to Rating By -Law 2914 "Amending Rating By-law.dcc" 3. Director of Corporate Services RE: Amending By -Law to By -Law 2844 2 C`71 "Amending By-law 2844.doc" 4. Director of Corporate Services RE: Reduction of Tax for the Royal Canadian Legion "Legion Tax Reaate.doc" 5. Director of Corporate Services RE: Insurance Renewal "Insurance renewal.doc" 6. Director of Operations RE: Alternate Truck Route Study TLJ "Alternate truck route study.doc" 7. Director of Operations RE: 1999 New Years Eve Rotary Club Event — Road Closure "new years eve.doc" "Letter (7).xifPhotograph.xif 8. Director of Operations RE: Temporary Signs — The Links Subdivision "temporary signs anc "Letter (8).xif' flagpoles.doc" 9. Director of Operations RE: TCR Solid Waste Disposal Agreement Renewal -� Ful tcrcontract-council.d "Letter (9).xif' oc J. Communications 1. Burger King RE: Signage on "Letter (10).xif' 2. County of Oxford RE: Lifting of Part Lot Control — 1115572 Ontario Inc. nu "Letter (11).xif' 3 3. Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce RE: Economic Development Working Group on "Letter (12).xif' 4. Comments RE: Development Charge Proposal: i) Southridge Building Company INI "Letter (13).xif' County Contracting of Wheatley Inc. on "Letter (14).xif' 5. Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways RE: Impact of Trucking Policies on Municipal Roads and Safety IN CRASHAlf 6. Township of St.Joseph RE: Support of Resolution — Home Care Services Funding "Letter (15).xif' 7. Tillsonburg B.I.A. RE: Appointment of Members IN "Letter (16).xif' K. Information l . Harvest Time RE: Annual "Christmas Blessing Dinner" — December 151h, 1999 "Letter (17).xif' 2. Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce RE: Annual Celebration of Excellence Awards IN] "Letter (18).xif' 4 3. Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario RE: Province Wide Charitable Raffle on "Letter (19).xif' 4. Long Point Region Conservation Authority Minutes — November 3 rd, 1999 is] "Letter (20).xiF' 5. House of Commons RE: Feedback on Bill C-10 — Municipal Grants Act Is "Letter (21).xif" 6. Association of Municipalities of Ontario RE: Property Tax Payers Hit Again on "Letter (22).xr 7. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Backgrounder' RE: Reform in Counties, Separated Municipalities and Northern Municipalities Municipal.tif L. Resolutions M. BY -Laws 1. By -Law 2918 - Emergency Plan (P reading) 2918.doc 2918P1an.doc 2. By -Law 2920 - To Transfer Tillsonburg PUC to Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. 2920.doc 3. By -Law 2921 - To Amend By -Law 2914 —1999 Tax Rate By -Law C IQ 2921.doc "Letter (23).xF 5 N. 4. By -Law 2922 - To Authorize Construction of Certain Public Works (North Broadway) 2922.doc "Letter (24).xir 5. By -Law 2923 - To Authorize the Sale of Lands (David Prince) r ._ a 2923.doc "Letter (25).xir 6. By -Law 2924 - To .Amend By -Law 2718, for Prohibiting or Regulating Signs and Posting Notices *n 2924.doc 7. By -Law 2925 - To Amend Zoning By -Law 1994, as amended (Till -Del Ltd.) IN 2925.tif Notice of Motion Cl File: A-20/99 Date: December 3, 1999 TOWN OF TILLSONSURG COMMITTEE OF AD3USTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that the following application has been submitted to the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment under section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. Before making its decision on the application, the Committee will hold a public hearing to consider submissions from both the applicant and every other person who desires to be heard in favour of and/or against the application. The public hearing is to be held: Date: Monday, December 13, 1999 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Town Council Chambers Tillsonburg Corporate Offices, Town Centre Mall, 2Rd Floor OWNER: Kelbro Entreprises Inc. 20 Vance Drive Tillsonburg ON N4G 4W9 LOCATION: AGENT: Lyle Ball Grassmere Construction Ltd. 49 North Street East Tillsonburg ON N4G 1B4 Part of Lot 1644, Registered Plan 500, known municipally as 95 Spruce Street PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: The applicant is proposing an expansion of an existing industrial building and has requested a reduction in the number of parking spaces required for the expansion by requesting the following variance from the General Industrial (M2) Zone: Permission forre/ieffrom section 5.17.1, Parking Area Requirements to reduce the number of parking spaces from the required 277spaces to 151 spaces You are invited to present your comments regarding the application either in person at the public hearing or in writing to the Secretary -Treasurer prior to the public hearing. If you do not attend or are not represented at this meeting, the Committee may proceed in your absence and you will not be entitled to any further notice of the proceedings. If you would like a copy of the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment, please request, in writing, a "Notice of Decision" from the Secretary -Treasurer. The Notice of Decision will be mailed not later than ten days from the date of the Committee's decision. Please be advised that the Oxford County Public Health and Planning Department will be conducting a review of the application and if you would like a copy of the Planning Report or have any questions, please contact Michael Barrett at the Public Health and Planning Department at 842-9200. Yours very truly, David Morris, AMCT Secretary -Treasurer Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment Tillsonburg Town Centre 200 Broadway, 2n4 Floor Tillsonburg ON N4G 5A7 Application for Minor Variance A-20/99 Kelbro Entreprises Inc., 95 Spruce Street ° ^ ^ ° ^;°aM•o°,ogo.M NOTE TNIS 1S NOT A RAN OF SUMEY ti I I IN d s 1110 1H +6 tit _!!: TACOMA STCCKLT Y �.M�r� Mw�r.r4w OOLRR ^► aaai� VAI.�Y 8Ji8 pi.AH ADDIIZON -FOODS GRASsbfM CONSTRUCTION L M TED ft%O WAIIIXJWY ifldtl+SC10haojw SU" UL-o -al•d" IAASIP-M-SW DEC-10-99 14:41 FROM=COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:S19 537 3024 PACE 2/5 A-20199 .MEMOR"DUM To: David Morris, Secretary -Treasurer, Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment From: Michael Barrett, Oxford County Public Health & Planning Department Re: Planning Comments on Application for Minor Variance A 20/99 Date: December 9, 1999 BACKGROUND Owner: Kelbro Enterprises Inc. Agent: Grassmere Construction Ltd. Location: 95 Spruce Street Official Plan: Industrial Zoning Bylaw: General Industrial (M2) Adjacent Uses: TRW (east), Hornsby Canvas and Tarpaulin (north), Agrospray (west), Highway No. 3 (south) Proposal: The applicant is proposing an expansion of an existing industrial building and has requested a reduction in the number of parking spaces required for the expansion. Requested Relief. Relief from section 5.17.1, Parking Area Reauirements, to reduce the number of parking spaces from the required 277 spaces to 151. COMMENTS Intent and Purpose In compliance_ of Official Plan_ Intent and Purpose The purpose of the parking area requirements is to ensure that there is of Zoning By -Law: enough on -site parking to accommodate the needs of both staff and visitors to the site_ The parking area requirements were recently reviewed by the Town of Tillsonburg Industrial Working Group during its analysis of the industrial zone provisions in the Tillsonburg Zoning By-law. used on its analysis, the Working Group recommended that the parking requirements for industrial development be reduced_ The following table outlines the Working Group's recommendations plus the industrial parking requirements from some selected communities. &N � tl%%-.WIV&tL ZY I LOU I cx*amc LUWM 11-ld' M�MAMO •❑ mm SvbSE c.t- 1 q.iPS Application for Minor Variance A-20/99 Kelbro Entreprises Inc., 95 Spruce Street NOTE: THIS 18 NOT A PLAN OF SUAYEY TILLSONOUAG- BAPAETT LEGEND a ➢usmium IM LAND PEZ PTEO iNGOPMAT�Ory SYSTEM N COVMTY OF OFGORC encrosn ,w. na.nen.� ma DEC-10-SS 14:42 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:S19 S37 3024 PACE 5/5 A-20/99 Page 2 Municipality Type Parking Regl per Gross Floor Area Current Tillsonburg Zoning By-law Industrial 1 per 37 m2,(398 ft.2) Industrial Working Group Warehouse 1 per 200 rn2 (2,153 ft.2) Recommendations Other Industrial 1 per 100 m2 (1,076 ft.2 City of London Warehouse 1 per 200 mz (2,153 ft.2) Other Industrial 1 per 100 m2 (1,076 ft.2 City of Ottawa All Industrial 1 per 200 a (2,153 ft.2) City of Woodstock Industrial 5 plus 1 per 90 mZ (969 ft.� Based on the Working Group's recommendation of 1 parking space per 100 m2 (1,076 ft_2) of gross floor area, the proposed development would only require 139 parking spaces. The applicant is proposing to provide 151 spaces. Extent of Variance: The variance is minor Desirable Based on the number of employees proposed for this business, the Development/Use reduction in parking spaces is appropriate_ In addition, should the number of employees increase or a new business move into the building which requires more parking, there is an area south of the proposed parking lot which could accommodate additional parking. Summary: It is the opinion of our Department that the existing industrial parking requirements in the Tillsonburg Zoning By-law are excessive when compared to the requirements of other communities in the surrounding area. Recommendation: That the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment apRrove application A-20/99 for 95 Spruce Street, subject to the following conditions: 1 } A building permit be issued within one year of the date of the Committee's decision or the Committee's decision will lapse. 2) The applicant receive site plan appmval for the proposed development File: A-21/99 Date: December 3, 1999 TOWN OF TILLSONBURG COMMITTEE OF AD]USTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that the following application has been submitted to the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment under section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. Before making its decision on the application, the Committee will hold a public hearing to consider submissions from both the applicant and every other person who desires to be heard in favour of and/or against the application. The public hearing is to be held: Date: Monday, December 13, 1999 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Town Council Chambers Tillsonburg Corporate Offices, Town Centre Mall, 2Rd Floor OWNERS: Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner 54 Brock Street Tillsonburg ON N4G 2A5 LOCATION: Lots 769, 770 & 771, Plan 500, known municipally as 52 & 54 Brock Street West and 68 Ralph Street PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: The applicants are proposing to convert the existing duplex located at 68 Ralph Street into a triplex by adding a new dwelling unit in the lower level of the structure by requesting the following variances from the Residential Third Density (R3) Zone: 1) Permission for relief from section 8 21. 4. 6, Rear Yard, to reduce the rear yard from the required 10.5m (34. 4 it) to 2.1 m (7R:) - 68 Ro/ph Street; 2) Permission for relief from section 8.2.1. 4.7, Interior Side Yard, to reduce the interior side yard from the required 3 m (9.8 R:) to 2.7m (8.9 R:) - 68 Ro/ph Street, 3) Permission for relieffrom section 8.2.1.1.3, Lot Area, to reduce the lot area from the required 555/7� (5,,974 &. 2) to 3,836 nr' (356.4 it 2) - 52 Brock Street West Please note that the applicants have indicated that the properties located at 52 and 54 Brock Street West and 68 Ralph Street are under identical ownership and have subsequently merged. You are invited to present your comments regarding the application either in person at the public hearing or in writing to the Secretary -Treasurer prior to the public hearing. If you do not attend or are not represented at this meeting, the Committee may proceed in your absence and you will not be entitled to any further notice of the proceedings. If you would like a copy of the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment, please request, in writing, a "Notice of Decision" from the Secretary -Treasurer. The Notice of Decision will be mailed not later than ten days from the date of the Committee's decision. Please be advised that the Oxford County Public Health and Planning Department will be conducting a review of the application and if you would like a copy of the Planning Report or have any questions, please contact Michael Barrett at the Public Health and Planning Department at 842-9200. Yours very truly, David Morris, AMCT Secretary -Treasurer Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment Tillsonburg Town Centre 200 Broadway, 2` d Floor Tiilsonburg ON N4G 5A7 LEGEND C1 1-3 C2 1 i Application for Minor Variance A-21/99 Wilfred & Marjorie Boug hner, 52 & 54 Brock Street West and 68 Rolph Street L No I 1111ti Iti N<II A I'I AN 01 SU M Y P DEC-10-SS 15:22 3 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 The Corporation of the COUNTY OF OXFORD DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND PLANNING Plarming and Development OUR ALE A-21 /99 MEMORANDUM PACE 6/10 Phone. (519) 539-9800 Fax: (519) 537-3024 To: David Morris, Secretary -Treasurer, Tlllsonburg Committee of Adjustment From: Michael Barrett, Oxford County Public Health & Manning Department Re: Planning Comments on Application for Minor Variance A 21/99 Date: December 10, 1999 BACKGROUND Owner: Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner Location: 52 & 54 Brock Street West and 68 Rolph Street Official Plan: Entrepreneurial District Zoning By-law: Residential Third Density (R3) Adjacent Uses: Low density residential development (all directions) Proposal: The applicants are proposing to convert the existing duplex at 68 Rolph Street into a triplex by adding a new dwelling unit in the lower level of the structure. The applicants have indicated that the properties at 52 and 54 Brock Street West and 68 Rolph Street are under identical ownership and have subsequently merged. The properties at 52 and 54 Brock Street West both contain single -detached dwellings. Requested Relief. 1) Relief from section 8.2.1.4.6, Rear Ysird, to reduce the rear yard for a triplex from the required 10.5 m (34.4 ft.) to 2.1 m (7 ft.) - 68 Rolph Street; 2) Relief from section 8.2.1.4.7, Interior Side Yard, to reduce the interior side yard from the required 3 m (9.8 ft.) to 2.7 m (8.9 ft.) - 68 Rolph Street; 3) Relief from section 8.2.1.1.3, Lot Area, to reduce the tot area for a corner lot from the required 555 mZ (5,974 ftZ) to 356-4 mZ (3,836 ft.� - 52 Brock Street West. Note: There are no provisions within the Tillsonburg Zoning By-law which address a lot which contains two single -detached dwelliings and a proposed triplex_ Therefore, the above -noted variances have been requested on the premise that each dwelling is situated on its own lot. COMMENTS Background: In 1996, prior to its amalgamation with the surrounding properties owned by the applicants, the property at 68 Rolph Street was subject to an application for minor variance to permit a third dwelling unit in the basement_ This application requested relief from the interior side yard, lot P.O. Box 397, Court House, Woodstock, Ontario WS 7Y3 • plannin 0countyoadntV oa ea LEGEND w u a IL g�r'v TIU"IURC Application for Minor Variance A-21/99 o Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner, 52 & 54 Brock Street West and 88 Rolph Street NOTE THI319 N0TAP1AN-OFSORPE9—" --- -- nReonwrto • 9RA9ElE • 1000 L Kv mD vea twonMATIDN COERED Oq:02•DEC-0999 NEW - �Mlmm mi mom■ sung190101 �I aMo r2AW UmHL.I 0M==w,m Ema IN .omrsom■ "�RG� ' I ml�ig�amum MMMi@= RIMER f�1 841a� or DEC-10-SS I 15:23 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PAGE A 21/99 Page 2 area, front yard, rear yard and panting area location provisions of the Tillsonburg Zoning By-law. This application was denied by the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment, and subsequently appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). The OMB upheld the Committee's decision and the application was denied. The current application for minor variance is different from the initial application as parking can now be provided in the rear yard. however, several of the deficiencies encountered in the initial application still exist_ Intent and Purpose The Official Plan contains a number of policies which the Committee of of Official Plan: Adjustment shall take into account in reviewing the desirability of minor variances. These policies state that the Committee consider whether there are any constraints and/or restrictions to meeting the requirements of the zoning by-law due to the physical or inherent conditions of the site or whether alternative designs which would be in conformity with the zoning by-law are clearly not feasible or appropriate. Intent and Purpose The purpose of the lot area provision in a residential zone is to of Zoning 13y-Law: ensure that lots in the same area have similar dimensions and to ensure that the building envelope is large enough to permit the construction of the dwelling, while still providing the required landscaped open space and parking spaces The property located at 52 Brock Street West originally had a depth of 40.8 m (134 ft.). The new parking area for the proposed triplex now occupies the rear 9.1 m (30 ft_) of 52 Brock Street West leaving this lot significantly deficient in terms of the lot area requirements should this lot be severed in the future. The purpose of the rear yard provision for a triplex is to ensure that there is adequate area for parking. The applicant can provide the required parking in the rear yard. The variance is required to recognize the southeast corner of the proposed triplex as it would encroach into the rear yard should the property be severed in the future. The purpose of the interior side yard provision for a triplex is to ensure that there is adequate area between the dwelling and the property line for maintenance, drainage, privacy and access to the rear yard. The northern interior side yard of triplex can provide the required area for maintenance, drainage and access_ Extent of Variances: The variances are not minor. Desirable The Tillsonburg Zoning By-law states that dwelling units in the basement DevelopmenttUse: must be no more than 1.2 m (3.9 ft.) below the adjacent finished grade. The proposed basement dwelling unit would contradict this provision as the dwelling unit is considerably lower than 1.2 m (3.9 ft.) below the adjacent finished grade. Therefore, the approval of these variances and the recognition of a basement unit in this location will unnecessarily 9/10 DEC-10-SS 15:23 FROM=COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PAGE 10/10 A 21/99 Page 3 introduce expectations in this neighbourhood on other lots also contemplating conversions_ Summary: The Tlisonburg Zoning By-law does not permit two single -detached dwellings and a triplex on one lot. The approval of the requested variances would have the effect of recognizing this unique circumstance. It is the opinion of this Department that this situation should not be recognized through variances to the Zoning By-law_ At some point in the future, the owner of the property may request that the three lots again become legally separated through the severance process. Although the amalgamation of these three properties have allowed the applicants to make changes to the site in order to construct the required parking in the rear yard, the changes have simply lead to deficiencies on the other lot from which the parking area has been taken. Recommendation: It is recommended that the iiilsonburg Committee of Adjustment de13t application A-21/99 for 52 & 54 Brock Street West and 68 Rolph Street. OuR Fite FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 %/lie C;7Toradon of dw COUNTY OF OXFORD DEPARTMENT OF PUBUC HEALTH AND PLANNING Planning and Development A 17/99 (Supplementary) MEMORANDUM PACE 2/10 Phone: (519) 539-9800 Fax: (519) 537-3024 To: David Morris, SecretaryTreasurer, Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment From: Michael Barrett, Oxford County Public Health & Planning Department Re: Supplementary Planning Comments on Application for Minor Variance A-17/99 Date. December 10, 1999 BACKGROUND- ---Owner Harry & Maria Van Ryswyck Agent: Lisa Hawley Location: 22 Windemere Avenue Official Plan: Low Density Residential Zoning By-law: Residential First Density (R1) Adjacent Uses: single-family dwellings (all directions) ' Proposal. The applicants propose to construct an enclosed sunroom on the east side of an existing single -detached dwelling which will extend into the required rear yard and exceed the maximum lot coverage permitted in the j R 1 zone. i Requested Relief: 1) Relief from section 6.2.1.1.4, Lot Coverage, to increase the maximum lot coverage from 30% to 33%; and 2) Relief from section 6.2.1.1.6, Rear Yard, to reduce the rear yard from the required 12 m (39.3 ft.) to 8.3 m (27.2 ft.). Background: This application was originally considered by the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment at a public hearing held on October 25, 1999_ At this meeting, the Committee deferred its decision to permit the applicants to determine if they wished to reduce the size of the proposed sunroom and/or remove the accessory sheds on the property. The applicants' solicitor has provided our Department with new survey information relating to the proposed construction. The size of the sunroom has been slightly reduced and the solicitor has indicated that with the new sunroom and both sheds, the coverage will be 32.98%. COMMENTS The lot coverage provisions vary between the R1 and R2 zone in order to provide homeowners with a choice in the amount of open space and amenity area that they wish to have on their own property and in their neighbourhood. At 33%, the applicants are approaching the lot coverage found in the R2 zone. it must be emphasized that the applicants have the flexibiliity to modify the application in order to P.O. Box 397, Court House, Woodsttxk, Ontario WS 7Y3 • planning®countyoxfwd on.ca ►l N d L Application for Minor Variance A-17/99 Harry & Maria Van Ryswyck, 22 Windemere Avenue NOTEi TH IS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY TILL501RVP0 • W1flrtETT 1 LEGEND m n m m m N T 0 0 3 n 0 c z H K 0 0 x T 0 0 0 In W N A T nuarnlac s n n —M C®,e9fl W 1At10 RLMEp INFOPIMlIOM 8Y9TEM \ W OO VHTY OF URF OflO a CAP ATPn CA. Fbnl+waao ;DEC-10-99 iS:21 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 S37 3024 PAGE 4/10 i TO 8E VA110 � .2 m CeyOFMRAOft a V&P.Emism" 0 SD � � f0RAN7 FLAKolit f", P.l.N. 00026 — 0741 �$ o V y�1 � N67'10'40wW 30.48 (i'i ck M) � I.35 7_g3 1.37 � --4 t2.07 FRAME " ^ ^ SHEDS c P oupiaA wONS O N o CONCRM _l FOUNDATION r off` • 3 tc (c 41 ago OT 61 r% P.ti. N. 00026 0742 m o LT66857 w O fQ > z � �~ C U 00 .- # GARAGE in 04 z 2 _ N67 10'400W 1 �y 3 .13 (pi & M) �-- P_l.N. 00026 — 0743 W LOT r-4 o 2 e - lz� - DEC-10-99 15:21 FROM:COUMTY OF OXFORD ID:S19 S37 3024 PAGE S/10 A 17/99 (supplementary) Page 2 bring the proposal closer to conforming with the provisions of the R1 zone_ if moth accessory sheds are removed, the lot coverage would be reduced to 30.7%. if only the smaller shed is removed from the property, the lot coverage would be reduced to 32.5%. In order to reduce the hardship on the applicants of removing the larger shed, our Department would recommend that the variances be supported subject to the removal of the smaller shed. Recommendation: That the Tillsonburg Committee of Adjustment rove application A 17/99 for 22 Windemere Avenue, subject to the following conditions: 1) The smaller shed be removed from the subject property. 2) A building permit be issued within one year of the date of the Committee's decision or the Committee's decision will lapse. PUBLIC NOTICE pursuant to Section 34(12) of the Planning Act. R.S.O. 1990. as amended APPLICATION FOR ZONE CHANGE in the TOWN OF TILLSONBURG 200 Broadway, 2nd Flr., Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7 Telephone: (519)842-6428 DATE: November 19, 1999 FILE: ZON. 7-273; Stephen & Carol Culig Purpose and Effect of the Proposed Zoning By -Law Amendment The Council of the Town of Tillsonburg is considering an application for Zone Change from 'Local Commercial (C3)' to'Special Residential First Density (R1-Special)' to permit the conversion of an existing convenience store into a pair of semi-detached residential dwellings (two residential units in total). The subject property is located on the south side of John Street lying between Broadway and Denton Street, being East Part Lot 608, Plan 500, municipally known as 3 John Street, in the Town of Tillsonburg. Public Meeting The Council of the Town of Tillsonburg will hold a public meeting to consider the proposed zoning by-law amendment on: Date: Monday, December 13,1999 Time: 8:00 P.M. Place: Town Council Chambers, 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor Town Centre Mall, Tillsonburg _ Attached is a copy of the proposed plans. You are invited to attend-the-P I�meeting, and we would welcome your comments or suggestions either in writing or presented in person at the meeting. Other Planning Act Applications None Please be advised that Council may approve, modify or refuse the requested zone change at the meeting. If you do not attend or are not represented at the meeting, Council may proceed and may not advise you of any proposed modifications. If a by-law is approved, notice of passing of the by- law will be mailed or published in a local newspaper. If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Town of Tillsonburg in respect of the proposed zoning by-law does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Town of Tillsonburg before the proposed zoning by-law is adopted, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss all or part of the appeal. Additional information relating to the proposed zoning by-law amendment will be available for inspection between 8:30-12:00 am and 1:00-4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, at the County of Oxford Public Health and Planning Office, Woodstock. If you have any questions regarding the above - noted application, please contact Michael Barrett, Intermediate Planner, ext. 337, of the Public Health and Planning Department. Yours truly, /db M. R. Bragg, BA, M Att. Director of Publ' th &Planning County of or Department of Public Health & Planning 415 Hunter Street, Court House P.O. Box 397, Woodstock, On N4S 7Y3 Telephone: 519-539-9800 '. ernrtK'.�pt.ai'• Application for Zone Change ZON 7-273 Stephen & Carol Culig, 3 John Street u'ox NOTETHIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY DEC-10-99 16=12 FROM=COUNTY OF OXFORD ID=519 537 3024 PAGE 2/6 The Corponuion of tht �.m COUNTY OF OXFORD Phone: (519) 539-98M DEPAR IMENT OF PUBUC HEALTH AND PLANNING Fax: (519) 537-3024 Planning and DeveIopmw OUR Ft-E: 32CDM-99003 APPLICATION FOR CON(DOMI,NIUM CONVERSION TO: The Mayor and Members of the MEEnNG DATE: December 13, 1999 Town of Tillsonburg REPORT No,: 99-199 OwNeRS: Edward & Nancy Buchanan R.R. #3 Port Rowan ON N0E1M0 oCAMN: (see Pialp 1) Soli-CITOR: Lisa Gilvesy Moms, Jenkins & Gilvesy 19 Ridout Street East Tillsonburg ON N4G 4H8 Block 1, Registered Plan M-42, Town of Tillsonburg ONTARIO LAND SNEyp Kim Husted Kim Husted Surveying Ltd_ 30 Harvey Street TiUsonburg ON N4G 3.18 The subject property is located at the north end of Erie Court - municipally known as 3 Erie Court COUNTY OF OXFORD OFFICIAL N Schedule '7 2" Town of Tillsonburg High Density Residential Residential Density Plan Town OF T1LLS0NBLLP.1WZ0N1NG BY NO:1994 Existing Zoning - Residential Fourth Density (114) APPUCATSON REVIEW: (a) Bachwund & PPr msal An application for Condominium Conversion has been submitted to the County of Oxford to permit the conversion of an existing rental apartment into condominium units. The subject property contains a 27-unit, three -storey walk-up apartment which was constructed in 1979. The apartment building itself contains 7 one -bedroom units,19 two -bedroom units and 1 bachelor unit_ The subject property also contains an existing space parking lot. The applicant proposes to convert the rental units into individual ownership units by plan of condominium. The proposed plan would make each individual unit the area of exclusive use while the balance of the property consisting of parking areas, landscaped open space, and driveways would be held in Common ownership. P.O. Box W7, Court House, Woodstock Ontario W 7Y3 - planftQcourtryoW".0q.ca DEC-10-99 16:12 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PAGE 3/6 32CDM-99003 Page 2 (b) Planning Review: The 'Tenant Protection Act' was proclaimed on June 17, 1998. Prior to the proclamation of the Tenant Protection Act, proposals to convert rental buildings to condominium were subject to legislation known as the'Rental Housing Protection Act'. This legislation established a municipal approval process which required that municipalities assess the impact of such proposals upon the supply of affordable rental housing. While the legislation is now repealed and the current Tenant Protection Act does not require such an inquiry by the municipality, the Official Plan contains policies which apply to conversion proposals_ The Official Plan requires that the following criteria be satisfied before conversion is permitted_ ' that a vacancy rate for similar types of units at similar rents is 2.5% or greater, whether the proposal will add to the affordable housing stock in the municipality and the proportion of similarly priced ownership stock in the market; that the impact of the conversion on tenants and the potential for displacement and the measures proposed to minimized hardship is assessed; that site plan control is in effect to ensure the development is consistent with both new development and conversion throughout the Town; and, that the proposal complies with municipal land use standards and the Ontario Building Code and Fire Code. Based on information obtained from the Canadian Housing and Mortgage Corporation (CMHC), the overall vacancy rate in the Town of Tillsonburg is 7.50/6. The vacancy rates for specific types of units is as follows: Bachelor 19.2% One -bedroom 10.0% Two -bedroom 6.4% in our opinion, the Town has a vacancy rate well in excess of the 2.5% threshold. In our opinion, while the conversion will remove average priced rental housing from the market, it will provide an alternative form of ownership housing which will clearly be affordable to a significant portion of the City population. As noted above, the Tenant Protection Act includes a number of provisions intended to prohibit displacement and hardship to existing tenants. Specifically, the Act provides the following protection for existing tenants where conversion has occurred: a landlord is prohibited from evicting an existing tenant to give vacant possession to a prospective purchaser of the condominium unit and is prohibited from termination based on possession by the landlord for the purpose of personal occupation by the landlord or member of the immediate family. Any purchaser of the condominium unit will not be able to obtain vacant possession while the tenant remains in the unit; and DEC-10-BB 16:13 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PACE 4/6 32CDM-99003 Page 3 tenants of a converted residential complex are guaranteed a right of first refusal to Purchase the condominium unft_ W Agency Comments The subject application was circulated to a number of public agencies for comment The Town Director of Operations has indicated that he has reviewed the application and notes that no new development is proposed and that: "1) Existing Sanitary and Storm Sewer services are to be maintained; 2) Existing Grading and Drainage be maintained The Tillson r PUC has indicated that it has no objection as long as there are no changes in the existing hydro and water services arrangement. The —Town Fire Chief has indicated that: "Based on the submission, we little to comment at the moment. Our concerns relate to distance from hydrants, wafer flows, access to the building, turning radii etc_ and these were not addressed adequately at this time. " The remaining responding agencies, including the Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA), Bell Canada. Union Gas and the Oxford Coun D a ment of Pu li rks, had no objections or comments on the application. (ri) Lm—mary Based on our review of the application, it is the opinion of our Department that the application satisfies the Official Plan criteria, with the exception of site plan control, used to evaluate proposals to convert rental housing to condominium tenure and the request for exemption from the draft approval stage of the condominium approval process is acceptable. This subject development conforms to the high density residential policies in the Official Plan and with the exception of the parking requirements, conforms with the provisions of the R4 Zone in the Town of Tillsonburg Zoning By-law. The site plan submitted with the application identifies 44 existing parking spaces and three proposed parking spaces_ Based on a site inspection of the subject property, several existing parking spots cannot be used due to the location of mature trees and the garbage bin_ The Mllsonburg Zoning By-law requires 48 parking spaces for this development. Therefore, to ensure that the development meets the minimum parking requirements of the Zoning By-law,, our Department would recommend that the conversion of this unit be subject to a condition requiring site plan approval by the Town of Tillsonburg. The Town and County may also request conditions which require the preparation of reports detailing how all building and fire codes standards can or have been met_ However, although these reports will be required, our Department would recommend that these reports be prepared on behalf of the condominium corporation and not the municipality. Mil�im IN M2 02 0 L�1"'OS Application for Condominium 32CDM-99003 Edward & Nancy Buchanan, Erie Court NOTE: THIS IS NOT A PLAN OF SURVEY TILLSON9UND-SARRETT R2 11 LEGEND ,s 0 v �. M Sligo N W LAND Af"IVDIWOnMATION 9Y91'TM OOUM TY OF ORF OPiI M CREATEO 0N: 29-OCr1999 (D /�/� t014-44 u Vj War t�.•1t �• rA N tii wow cM�A Mr~rl�l'�Y�?v C6 a""t►1 flsfr t•i�w awi +�'rw �r■ w�urr to "asnH 4 n' u�� ■ �••am. MOMS •�.w�. �"--------._.. � Jell? l H Saone • 1 EM 40 1 'w M • Lt 7•ar• h. •rwr•r1•w• 1 o S3LON nowsa to +*wars• w *am rrr,. ra • �■w i OM wea w" r< s MOW* rda4brrw M - • r rw•■■ /+ ra rw• n•vNOV 1 P7 )UILr�O S,bCitlkUO s�INn � � ' N ow JA" to 4L . �•■r rrw warr Im .uw rti ww. ■ • ••snsw' r�• .n • fr,Nr w r•wi l �■ •'�w t NI- 1 �lOriil�d •' wN •r■1aN .� •..r,� _ reri oft 0 j Q 46 r rw N► r s MOPOWr r•M Mrr • f r•erw . ■■•r• ? 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NYid ASH --- --- __—_ — --_ woolu arrrAw V 7 e Q 0 do* ���-- ❑ L7 wrrr L t a I i t4 IgSi1IJ1Tfl ia11Ri1 • I r t I I• t I C9—--------_—.----------_ W ❑ 0 r9-40 ""•� D D 0 d p C3, rnww mu aw CH039 O QI I � M �------M----� ^� -- I tOflINlfS00 r`~ ❑ D❑ C3 0 Q w�p 03SOCIOU �-- o o a n ❑ o o I • O D O Do pp p DEC-10-SS 16:12 FROM=COUNTY OF OXFORD ID=519 537 3024 PAGE 1/6 32CDM-99003 Page 4 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg recommend to Oxford County Council that it give draft approval to application 32CDM-99003 submitted by Edward and Nancy Buchanan to permit the condominium conversion of the apartment development located at Block 1, Registered Plan M-42, in the Town of Tillsonburg, subject to the following conditions: 1- The applicants receive site plan approval from the Town of Tillsonburg 2. Draft approval of the condominium conversion plan will lapse if final approval is not received January 12, 2003. Authored By.- Michae Parrett, MUTP, RPP Intermbdiate Planner malvc December 10, 1999 FEED FAX THIS END FA X 151� To: Dept: Fax No.: No. of Pa as: From: � Date. Company: Fax No.:�� p Lf comments- r~ Ift OW 7=6 Authorized for Release By: an%ao 14-�el Ja s Hill, MCIP, RPP agera of Development CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG TO: David Morris, CAO STAFF REPORT DATE: December 811999 FROM: Director of Corporate Services FILE: F. SUBJECT: Amendment to Rating By-law No. 2914 PURPOSE To present Council with a by-law to amend By-law No. 2914 to recognize necessary revisions to the 1999 education tax rates for Commercial, Industrial and Large Industrial tax classes. BACKGROUND On September 27, 1999, Council enacted By-law No. 2914 being a by-law to establish tax rates for the 1999 taxation year. Recent modifications in the method of calculating the phase -in of education tax rate reductions for 1999 on a countywide basis has resulted in minor revisions of the respective tax rates. The actual adjustments lie at least four points to the right of the decimal place which results in a minimal reduction in dollar value. This will not have an effect on the levy for own purposes since it refers strictly to the Education portion of the tax bill. RECOMMENDATION For Council to consider the following resolution: "THAT the Staff Report dated December 8,1999 regarding an Amending By-law to By-law 2914 be received; AND THA T By-law No. 2921, being a by-law to amend By-law No. 2914, be presented to Council for enactment. " Respectfully submitted, Lynn S. Buchner, CGA, AMCT Approved by: David C.Morris, CAO CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Morris, CAO DATE: December 8, 1999 FROM: Director of Corporate Services FILE: F. SUBJECT: Amending By-law to By-law 2844 NUMBER: 2922 PURPOSE To present Council with a by-law to amend By-law No. 2844. BACKGROUND On May 25, 1998, Council enacted By-law No. 2844 being a by-law to authorize construction of sanitary sewers and private drain connections along North Broadway as a local improvement under the Local Improvement Act, R. S.O. 1990, Chapter L.26. By-law No. 2844 authorized the above -mentioned works for a total cost of $266,917.00, with a portion to be paid by the Municipality and the remaining portion to be paid by the benefiting property owners. Further, the By-law stated that an amount not to exceed $177,244.00 less amounts paid on behalf of the property owners would be debentured and repaid over a ten-year period by the County of Oxford. COMMENTS At the end of 1998, the year in which the works took place, a receivable was set up in the financial statements to be debentured by the County in the amount of $190,362.47. This amount exceeds the limit authorized in By-law 2844 by $13,118.47, approximating the cost of overhead allocated to the works. Therefore, to recognize the difference in the amount authorized to be debentured by By-law 2844 and the actual amount required to be debentured it is necessary to enact an amending By-law. RECOMMENDATION For Council to consider the following resolution: "THAT the Staff Report dated December 8,1999 regarding an Amending By-law to By-law 2844 be received; ...1 continued Staff Report - 2 — December 8,1999 Amending By-law to By-law 2844 AND THAT By-law No. 2922 , being a by-law to amend By-law No. 2844, be presented to Council for enactment." Respectfully submitted, Lynn S. Buchner, CGA, AMCT Approved by: David C.Morris, CA4 CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Moms, CAO DATE: December 811999 FROM: Director of Corporate Services FILE: F. SUBJECT: Reduction of Tax for the Royal Canadian Legion PURPOSE To report on the request for consideration in a reduction of the education portion of property taxes. BACKGROUND On November 1, 19991, correspondence was received from the Royal Canadian Legion, Tillsonburg Branch 153, requesting Council to consideration reduction of the education portion of their property taxes. COMMENTS The Legion has received a letter from the Honorable Ernie Eves, Minister of Finance, stating that in accordance with Section 442.1 of the Municipal Act, municipalities have the power to provide property tax rebates to charities and similar organizations. Further, it states that municipalities can determine the eligibility criteria for similar organizations and can rebate up to 100 percent of the organization's property tax if they so choose, of which the Province will share the cost of the rebate program with respect to the education portion of the property taxes. RECOMMENDATION For Council to consider the following resolution: "THAT the Staff Report dated December 8,1999 regarding a Reduction of Tax for the Royal Canadian Legion, Tillsonburg Branch 153 be received; AND THAT Council shall hereby approve an application under Section 442.1 of the Municipal Act for rebate of the education portion of property tax on beha "of the Royal Canadian Legion, Tillsonburg Branch 153. " Respectfully submitted, Lynn S. Buchner, CGA, AMC Approved by: David C.Morris, CAO CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Morris, CAO DATE: December 9, 1999 FROM: Director of Corporate Services FILE: L. SUBJECT: Insurance Renewal NUMBER: PURPOSE To present the insurance renewal proposal for the Year 2000. BACKGROUND In November of 1998 the Town requested proposals for insurance coverage for the Corporation. Cowan Public Entity was awarded the proposal for coverage that expires* December 31, 1999. The PUC's insurance coverage, which is also provided by Cowan Public Entity with the exception of water and hydro liability, expires on April 30, 2000. The water and hydro liability is provided by Municipal Electric Association Reciprocal Insurance Exchange (MEARIE) and expires December 31, 1999. COMMENTS Cowan Public Entity has provided a proposal for insurance coverage for the Year 2000 with an annual premium of $101,898 which represents an increase of $845 over the 1999 premium. However, due to the transfer of PUC assets to the Town, the additional premium will be $11,680 which realizes a $1,645 savings. In addition, there will be $4,100 returned premium for cancellation of the PUC policy prior to its expiry date. The water and hydro liability insurance that is currently provided by MEARIE cost the PUC $21,631 and $5,756 respectively for 1999. Cowan Public Entity offered a quote of $3,000 for water liability but since has indicated that they would match MEARIE's annual premium. Cowan has not yet provided a quote on hydro liability but has indicated that they would be willing to do so if time permitted. MEARIE's base premium of service revenue for electric operations for 2000 has increased only $.01/$1,000 of service revenue over 1999 which will result in a marginal increase in premium. The base premium rate for water operations has decreased $.06/$1,000 from 1999. Cowan Public Entity offers a full range of risk management services to complement its insurance business. The following provides a list of those services: • Property inspections Staff Report - 2 — December 9,1999 Insurance Renewal • Seminars and staff training • Newsletters, bulletins and information packages • Liability assessments and risk control • Contractual review The property inspections service would include the provision of formal reports including photographic inventory of property, construction details and estimated replacement value. They will also identify hazards, suggest corrective action and work with staff to develop internal systems of inspection. RECOMMENDATION 1. That Cowan Public Entity be requested to perform property inspections and the related follow-up services to improve the Town's risk management awareness and potentially reduce risk and claims costs. 2. That requests for proposals to provide insurance coverage for year 2001 be advertised in October of 2000. 3. That Council to consider passing the following resolution: "THAT the Staff Report dated December 9, 1999 regarding Insurance Renewal be received; AND THA T Council hereby approves the provision of water and hydro liability insurance coverage by MEARIE at the following rates. - Hydro Operations 1621$1, 000 of service revenue; Water Operations S2.05IS1,000 of service revenue; AND FURTHER THAT the proposal provided by Cowan Public Entity be approved for an annual premium of $113,578 for Year 2000. " Respectfully submitted, Lynn S. Buchner, CGA, AMCT Approved by David C. Morris, CAO CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David C. Morris, CAO DATE: December 7, 1999 FROM: Steve Lund, Director of Operations FILE: M.T.O. SUBJECT: Alternate Truck Route Study NUMBER :0990014 PURPOSE To examine a proposed alternate truck route around the Town of Tillsonburg to minimise the number of trucks using downtown streets in the Town of Tillsonburg. BACKGROUND Petitions were received by the Town of Tillsonburg this fall requesting that trucks using Broadway and Tillson Avenue be diverted off these streets due to increasing truck volumes and associated safety and noise concerns. A meeting was held between Ministry of Transportation and Town staff recently to discuss options for the town to consider alleviating truck traffic. Broadway is part of the Kings Highway Connecting Link connecting provincial highways No.19 and 3, which are of provincial significance. COMMENTS The ministry will not support diverting trucks off the Kings Highway Connecting Link, however, they suggest that an Alternate truck route or could be established near the towns boundary to route through truck traffic around the town as opposed to through the town. This would require an alternate truck route study, which looked at origin - destination survey data, traffic impact analysis, determination of truck route patterns and what roads might need improvements and costs associated with implementing any recommendations to provide an alternate truck route. An environmental assessment process would be required to implement an alternate truck route. It should be noted the Town of Alliston (Now, New Tecumseth) recently completed an alternate truck route and the City of Brantford is looking at the Brantford Southern Access Road (B.S.A.R.) both which were started some time ago when funding was more readily available. Staff Report December 7,1999 Alternate Truck Route -2— Before proceeding further it is recommended to request the Ministry of Transportation for assistance and to participate in a partnership to study implementing an alternate truck route with the town. RECOMMENDATION "THAT the Staff Report dated December 7, 1999 be received, " and that " the Town of Tillsonburg pass a resolution requesting the Ministry of Transportation to participate in a partnership with the Town of Tillsonburg to Conduct an Alternate Truck Route Study' Respectfully submitted, S. T. Lund, P.Eng. Director of Operations Approved by, D. C. Morris,A. M.C.T. C.A.O./Clerk CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Morris, CAO/Clerk DATE: December 911999 FROM: Steve Lund, Director of Operations FILE: Road Closures SUBJECT: 1999 New Years Eve Rotary Club Event -Road Closure NUMBER 0990016 PURPOSE Proposed Road Closure and 1999 New Years Eve Event. BACKGROUND The Rotary Club of Tillsonburg has planned a New Years Eve Event for 1999 and requests Broadway to be closed from Venison to Washington Grand (See attached correspondence). The road closure is necessary to accommodate a trailer that will parked across Broadway, just North of Bridge Street and provide space for people and the planned festivities. The planned road closure is to be in effect starting 6 p.m. on Dec 31,1999 to approximately 2 a.m. on Jan. 1,2000. The Town recently contacted the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) with regards to this closure and their comments are attached. A meeting with the Rotary Club of Tillsonburg and Town Staff occurred on December 9,1999 to review the event and associated details. COMMENTS Since the planned road closure involves a long duration of the Kings Highway Connecting Link, the MTO requires a council resolution along with fulfillment of certain conditions. In particular, a description, which has been provided by the Rotary Club and a proposed detour, which is attached, will detour through traffic using Broadway via Bear, Bidwell and Rideout Streets. It is felt that since Rideout is a wider street and controlled by signals and Bear controlled by stop signs at Bidwell these streets are better suited for the detour route. It should be noted that the front entrance to Kelsey's would be restricted however, the Bidwell street entrance will be fully open. The rotary club will work with Kelsey's restaurant to advise them of this situation. Local traffic will be allowed to use Broadway, North of Bridge Street. Town Works staff will assist in providing and setting up and removing barricades on Broadway and side streets that will be temporarily closed. Emergency services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) have been contacted and their concerns reviewed. The Rotary Club does have 5-million liability insurance coverage. Staff Report - 2 — December 9,1999 1999 New Years Eve Rotary Club Event RECOMMENDATION "THAT the Staff Report dated December 9,1999 be received, and the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg pass a resolution accepting the 1999 New Years Eve Rotary Club of Tillsonburg Event subject to the Broadway road closure approved by the Ministry of Transportation' : Respectfully submitted, S. T. Lund, P.Eng. Director of Operations Approved by, D. C. Moms, A.M.C.T. C.A.O./Clerk --;? fib' .)' Y z-`a N >>N rv, S� f --7-V-ZA-3� t v DEC 03 1999 16:02 FR MTO LONDON 519 073 4220 TO 0-1519 042 9431 P.01/01 14 VNtN ""� k a �' Ministry of Transportation 659 Exeter Rd. London, Ontario N6E 1 L3 Page 1 of 1 TO, Town of Tillsonburg Aft. Steve Lund P. Eng. Director of Operations FAX NO: 519 842 9431 RE: Temporary Road Closure FROM: Winston Oostenbrug C.E.T. Senior Municipal Supervisor 519-873.4212 Fax: 519-873-4228 DATE: Dec 3, 1999 You will require the following information for submission to M.T.O. for approval 1) Council resolution to accept the event 2) Short description of event and hours of duration 3) Map of the proposed detour 4) Notify all the local authorities (police, ambulance, fire) copy of confirmation 5) Necessary insurance i.e.: 5million or more (confirm) Also: 6) Responsible for setup and removal of detour signs and all cleanup ** TOTAL PRGE.01 ** 12/03/1999 13:28 5198424172 R.E. WOOD REALTY LTD PAGE 02 HE PROFITS MOST WHO SERVES BEST Rotary lub of T111sonburg Town Of Tthsonbturg: p O.. Box 126 Att Ms. Fran Bell TIi.LS4tSURG, ONTAR10 Economlc Deveiopmgn* Offkce MG 41-13 Fir 2 200 Broact"y Tillsonburg, Ontario N4C3 SA7 Dear Fran, R+e: "posad Plato for Y-2K.:.-elebretion I trust you r+eca[l sands oasuai aotkver+sstlons we have had regarding cfeveJoping plans for a "Gala Celebration"'fo .tlafirrn ol'"our:certhiry. Our p14iks Invoive�?at atago_aihdpottk9 on a peKorrt�ance for the local community to enjoy and dance with, plus "l,Ectre. ai`bt[pons magicians, town crier, pantomime players -.. In addition we are erzli1t* the cu_4ppr�€bio i;.ol`iaaal restaurant proprietors to provide snacks for our crowd throughput the ev",!ng. This will be oiiAraw@d at 1t1q errd;iRtitta :our usual oopntdown and fireworks, except that we vant the fireworks to .be:'0l bitandatlj► jiftw our previous Now Year,, The Rotary club. isworki '`with ` 4t=4hlbs and local businesses to invite bath financial and volunteer Invotvenrerst:-0'thkr! k I� >gwriiu i62 061"Iftaity event of which all the citizens will all be proud. f To this and we orb requea tg y.Wr;;Co.o►per40n In a number of areas: .Is the -Town of Tilisonburg.fhrough tilQ:.syppertaf Council Milling to continue financial assistance with the cost at fire.wArics?,eeedttrar. gar would tiwre bean exb amount available? Be advised that we are also seeking.a *h tartce fj6-.ao1nm8r.OW * contributers to cover this increase. Harold Moore is hegd64 told, P=01'. af.'aiw.t :rod and may alrio. have spoken with you. nam: . .Can we throughJilse;�nb_u Town'.'Cor�t'oil ipM perftft$lon to close off Broadway and hRaW trafft detoured down and ,di rt l #c!c', tp'grdi gray via .Washington Orand Ave. Ridout St. from the hours of 7.00 pM Dec.3l :;;1.;t -ao' UQ -0m Jan 'i, ZOaB. Currently It would be our place our stage, whioh *Wi Id be a ,tiu f t did'.a�(on Broadway in front of Kelseys wAh the band perbrming to an aud- io"4 to *the e0�t#i: We will need t ;approvst for tide nqe of Police. to direct traffic and manage the "crowd". Their help hen bin gredtly:aplarqqi**d Irk psst years. .The Tillsonburg War-45: 0e108ftift4.hxs provided: bxaellent assistance In setting out barriers in previous years. l beli4ve.you`have d[ raged: h»tiiitison or us. Can'we be assured of the same help in the Y 2K celebration? :^ .Finally, The Tillsonbur -Fly _Departmert6.6i wilt the lowering of the "traditional New Year's Ball" and the sdtperWaton o worts¢ h4s.b A , 'tlQr"a1 to aw annual belebratknAgain we would like to see this continue. -Are wd At.11berty tt work -with m fire department directly or do you set that up on our behalf? - Thank you in advance for all Your help. �We look forward to your response. 12/03/1999 13:28 5198424172 R.E. WOOD REALTY 1.TD PAGE 03 TOWN WN TO L L S(0__`)N,BURG. Municipal Offices •- TOWN CENTRE MALL. 200 Broadway, Second Floor July 23,1999 Mr. Doug Humphrey Rotary Club of -Tillsonburg P.O. Box 126 Tillsonburg, Ontario *N4G• 4H3 Dear Doug: TiNSontiurg, Ontario N4G 5A7 Phone (519) 842-6428 Fax (519) 842-9431 BE:.. Pro osead.?as$or'Y.2K CgIcbration Thank you for your letter outhinin" the various plans for the millennium celebration. It sounds really exciting! With regard to your qu estions, 7 hope the following helps: a) Generally there is $500•.availsWe-fot fireworks from the Culture Commission budget.. ' Katharine Englander is the chair and you should probably confirm the funding with her. b) I am circulating your request to close Broadway,, to the Police Department for comments artd will advise.you. c) I expect the request for bariieis will be frae. /d) Please contact Ken Eden at the lire Department regarding belp on New Year's Eve. I will keep you posted. Yours truly, TC(W OF TILLSONBURG- Frances J ,Bell; Economi o ment 2%cqD. rA ���<<`. i • '.i •`�, sr�4w ILLS S aRt• AM1•av� j� 064 CAl1I 12/03/1999 13:28 5198424172 R.E. WOOD REALTY LTD PAGE 01 fill IIInwmnun ROYAL, LEPA'....-�-.-o- Re, E. Wood Roalty INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED. BROKER F(a Transmittal Form To: l Firm or Company: Phone Number; Fax)Number. 36gent O For Review C7 Please Comment 0 please Reply Afessau. P.O. Box 236,'- 55 Brock Street, East, Tillsonburg, Ontario. N4G 4H5 Phone: 519-842-8418 Fax: 519-8424172 Email: woodrealty@royallepage.ca / r From, w,•� e �="'" : ,f cl �{.2 Date: r. t �. a Y Time: ,.17. $1 >1 Number ofpages includin coverpage:-=� g Douglas Humphrei I.A. S/..ES Rf•:Ei:h• (519) 842-8418 ExtenOgnt 204 Res. (519) 688•0338 Fax: (519j 842-4-72 woodreaity u�rcyallen,i re c R.E. Wood Realty 00 Bs� 2:4. SS 3nel Sl. !.c: ��•s-�<<��� ; � Iltlltll'IIIIEtlUIII ROYAL LEPAGE � IlIIIIEI l lI I I IIIIq� I I ' ! J IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ALL IQ 7' pA S, PLEASE CALL .BACK MME,DL4TEL Y ASKIFO Y-ZK Celebration Detour December 31,1999 Detour is marked in — Red Celebration area, which is totally closed off, is marked in — Black Closed local traffic is marked in -Yellow Al Mc Gilligan Town of Tillsonburg PublieWorks Department CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Morris, CAOIClerk DATE: December 10,1999 FROM: Steve Lund, Director of Operations FILE: Public Works SUBJECT: Temporary Signs -The Links Subdivision NUMBER 0990017 PURPOSE Proposed Marketing Sign and flag poles. BACKGROUND Attached is a request from The Links requesting approval to place a sign and flagpoles in a future road widening allowance. COMMENTS Upon review of the request to place the marketing sign and flagpoles the developer should obtain locates prior to placement of the signage. This approval is conditional upon the removal of the sign and flagpoles at the end of a 2-year period, which maybe extended upon review and approval by the Town of Tillsonburg. RECOMMENDATION "THA T the Staff Report dated December 10,1999 be received, and approval be granted to place the signs and flag poles, as per the attached plan, subject to obtaining locates and the sign and flag poles be removed at the end of a two year period which may be extended subject to approval of the Town of Tillsonburg at the end of the two year period Respectfully submitted, S. T. Lund, P.Eng. Director of Operations Approved by, D. C. Morris, A.M.C.T. C.A.O./Clerk DEC-08-1999 11:14 ABC.ELE.SERV. 416 542 1140 P.01 W1 ffhe until Inc tm Not Monk =M Deoentbff e, 1999 Mr. Dave Morris The Town Clerk Town of Tilksonburg Tillsonburg, Ontario FEED FfA(Tift3'EN0 FAXW. G �� To: F1� mo . oeRt.: -�" Fax No. �[ - 64 W - No. of PetQss: From: bate_ $ ' C,,pany; s,,� Lfnk�3 ?ram Fax No.: 9121- comments: Az /t7�.�►�C tea^ tax Pao TX*E Re. The Links Subdivision, permission to erect marketing sign within the road widening allowance, recently conveyed by developer to the Town of Tiillsonburg. Dear Sir, Further to our meeting on November 29P� 1999, this letter is to make a formal request ami s=k paw6s:4un to erect a Marketing Sign and six flagpoles outside the Wrougbt Iron fence, which is currently being erected along Quarter Line Road. Our marketing professionals have recommended an 8' wide and 12' high ' ' shaped sign proposed to be erected immediately outside the wrought iron fence. We have consulted with our architect and have also made site investigations to ascertain that the proposed sign does not cause any visual or other obstructions. The properties on either side of The Links have not as yet given the road widening allowance to the Town of Tillsonburg and therefore the 15+ feet wide inset strip would de facto remain unused until such time that Quarter Line Road is improved. In view of the foregoing, may we ask the Honourable Council to grant us permission to erect the proposed marketing sign and flagpoles immediately outside the fence along Quarter Line Road. Information as to the fence design, the inset road widening strip and the approximate location of the sign is included herewith. Should you have any questions Please call me at your convenience. Sincerely, Kea Purewall, • Pew, MG (The Links) I= XPlraff3Wn eagIti -0P-% m a_ m IT N V 0 IT V Q1 I Co IF I LVLJ A fv a LOT: J a LOT 6• 3' 0• K � !II Ao q u, LOT e CONC. a ;, p o= a PARTIAL SITE PLAN m Q rx SCALL; V 20' 0" W F s LOTO �7 6.3.o O 6 m a � T YP 7 m Cti G o Q e � r� - - Q a U_ 23'•G• S'•0' ' f6'- 8�'wiaF x tiZ' } PROdt.It7Y LIM: THE Uwcs Al FARWAYHit 6 BLVD. 1001Ir1V wo Nn 58 70%W of 1i:IsOWjno IdITELb PLAN-- E3Y 7iQH rbe oiaYn. Ft. onoa� a. O0. �o�a KC. 09012 xuo ,- , �o-o• wa duke Tags — o•saos QUARTER TOWN LINE Psto P01Efl si Rf4 +FirApo"& 1 r1 'C�►i tt Qtk� 7ME SITE PLAN scAlr; r , ao'•or PROPFRIY _WE SITE ELEVATION SCALE: i' - 20%0' 2 TML DFRERAL CONTRA4100 CHALL CHECK AND %VW ALL a i w DRAWN"MA MDT IT# 6L S:ALC'D T)ARAND HALL N tt E A T,RDPt:hTY OF HCon + m2m Altax _NT LTO. - AND ONAtI rIJT 0! RI/RODUCtO WITNDJT AUTN�AL1gN �5�-. ��. •N — . _ .10 _ - Ak Chop- _._ 44 %P CO'd Obit ZbS gib 'n83s'313'3GH GT:TT 666i-80-93Q CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG STAFF REPORT TO: David Morris, CAO/Clerk DATE: December 9, 1999 FROM: Steve Lund, Director of Operations FILE: Environmental/TCR SUBJECT: T.C.R. Solid Waste Disposal Agreement Renewal NUMBER 0990015 PURPOSE Renewal of Solid waste agreement with T.C.R. Environmental Corp. BACKGROUND Steve Janes of T.C.R. Environmental Corp. attended an executive council meeting in Sept.1999 and indicated their preference to extend the agreement with the Town of Tillsonburg for another year until the uncertainty of restructuring of the County was known better. They were exploring opportunities to expand service with in Oxford County and/or surrounding areas which may help stabilizing pricing to existing users of their service. COMMENTS Attached is a copy of T.C.R. Environmental Corp. request to extend the agreement for another year (December 1,1999 to December 1,2000). They have suggested two amendments to the agreement which refer to Brian Sheridan, President to be substituted in the appropriate clauses of the agreement and a price increase related to the Consumer Price Index for Ontario of 2.19%(Jan.-Oct.1999). In 1999, the town was invoiced approximately $226,000 which would result in an increase of $4950 to the Towns budget for the year 2000. They have also indicated while equipment is being upgraded waste diversion maybe affected on a short-term basis only. They also extend an invitation to tour the plant to see the process improvements and upgrades implemented. Staff Report - 2 — December 9,1999 T.C.R. Environmental Solid Waste Agreement RECOMMENDATION "THAT the Staff Report dated December 9, 1999 be received, and the solid waste disposal agreement with T.C.R. Environmental Corp. be extended for the period of December IS;1999 to December 1,2000". Respectfully submitted, S. T. Lund, P.Eng. Director of Operations Approved by, D. C. Morris,A.M.C.T. C.A.O./Clerk t�N TCR ENVIRONMENTAL CORP. 103 White Street, P. O. Box 406, Aylmer West, Ontario, N5H 3E8 December 2, 1999 Mr. S Lund Director of operations Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg 200 Broadway, 2"d floor Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7 Re: Waste Processing and Disposal Agreement Dear Mr. Lund Phone: 519-773-7204 Fax: 519-765-1033 TCR Environmental Corp. is pleased to have the opportunity to renew the agreement with the Town of Tillsonburg. As discussed, the amendments we are seeking relative to the standing document are: i) Amend references to the company contact by substituting Brian G. Sheridan, President ii) Adjust the pricing by a factor of the percent change (.0219) in the Consumer Price Index for Ontario published by Statistics Canada For the preceding term (January 1999 to October 1999) ) Also as discussed, TCR is continuing with a retro-fit and rebuild of the processing equipment in the plant in conjunction with other components of our physical plant. Installation of particular units may result in brief interruption to our processing. These events are planned to be of short duration and may have the affect of some waste not being processed for diversion, but will not result in inability to receive waste. TCR Environmental Corp. highly values our longstanding relationship with Tillsonburg and we look forward to its continuation. We would be delighted to have representatives of the Town visit the plant and see the plant and process improvements resulting from the rebuild investment. SincerelyVIC 0041 Brian G. Sheridan President and CEO FROM : BK RESTAURANT ST T INC PHONE NO. : 6315876 DMI Fax transmittal To: Cororation of the Town of Tillsopburg Town Centre Mall 1 200 Broadway, 2'd Floor, Suite 264 Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 5A7 Attention: David C. Morris From: lion Hambleton Project: Burger King Restaurant - Tillsonburg Broadway St. Subject: Signage No. Of pages (Inc. Cover): 3 Date- 7 Tlecemher 1999 Mr. Morris: As per conversation with Mile Barret regarding the sign bylaw of 30 feet, we were anticipating 32 feet for our sign. If possible can you please ask councel if they can find exception for us on this location. Sending sign info with this letter. Please and thank you. i e/c Don I lambleton - Burger King St. Thomas Don Hambleto (519) 631-4065 (519) 631-9107 (519) 631-5876 fax FROM : IBC RESTAURANT ST T INC PHONE NO. : 6.315876 01, BUP;*ER ICING LOGO SIGN AND POST MOMIM IBR ACICET BY B!C / 8ION MAN'R. 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Phone # Go. ' Phone # Fax # /1 a I �- G-�.� L Fax # RE: Lifting of Part Lot Control 1115572 Ontario Inc. Parts 7, 8, & 9 inclusive, Reference Plan 41 R-6057 Town of Tillsonburg (Trillium Drive ) Please find enclosed an application received from 1115572 Ontario Inc. requesting that Part Lot Control be lifted from Part Lots 11 & 12, Registered Plan 41 M-139 in the Town of Tillsonburg. The application for exemption from Part Lot Control proposes minor boundary adjustment between 3 lots in a Registered Plan of Subdivision. It has been the practice of this Department to request a copy of a resolution from the Council of the Local Municipality indicating its support for any application for the lifting of Part Lot Control. It would be appreciated if you could bring this matter to the attention of Town Council at its meeting of December 13, 1999. The wording of the resolution by the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg, if it supports this application, should be in the form of a recommendation to Oxford County Council stating that: `that the lands consisting of Part Lots 11 & 12, Registered Plan 41 M-139, Parts 7, 8 & 9, Reference Plan 41R-6057 (Trillium Drive), Town of Tillsonburg, be exempted from Part Lot Control and that the County be requested to enact the necessary exempting by-law as well as entering into a standard Part Lot Control Agreement with the applicant. " We are sending a copy of the application for Part Lot Control Exemption. The Town should ensure that the development is in compliance with the appropriate Residential Zone Provisions of the Town of Tillsonburg. Oxford County Public Health and Planning Committee will consider the application on January 6, 2000 and County Council will consider the By -Law to lift part lot control on January 12, 2000. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office. Yours MB/db Michael Barrett, MCIP, RPP Encl. Intermediate Planner p.c.: 1115572 Ontario Inc. P.O. Box 397, Court House, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7Y3 - planning ®countyoxfordon.ca 14 DEC-07-SS 13:54 FROM:COUN?Y OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PAGE 2/5 l..V n I/- I - 11.01 APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION F CIM PART LOT CONTROL The undersigned hereby requests the County of Oxford to consider an appilcatlon for exemption from Part Lot Control pursuant to Section 49(7) of the Planning Act on the lands hereinafter described. 1. PURPOSE OF APPLICATION (Please check appropriate box) Minor redesign to lots or blocks In a Registered Plan of Subdivision Sale of part lots created through road widening Creation of Individual lot(s) for semi-detached and row houses Creation of servicing easements In a Registered Plan Long-term leases for stores Registered Plan Other Describe In a shopping centre on a 2a) APPLICANT'S NAME LNe l N y6 , s,r APPLICANT'S ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER��" � G 03NUMBER ,2b) Registered Owner (if other than applicant) i C Owner's Address 1 Telephone Number f2c) List of any mortgage, charge or encumbrance on the property. Name Address 1 2d) Location of Subject Land Q� Lot Number (s) - Plan No. Yr. . P 1 an Reg i stered - G�-173 Part Number(s) Reference Plan W_ ' �- Street Address ( I f any) �VXL%vl,t The subject land islo ted on the side of the Street lying between cIt Street and LC Street. DEC-07-99 13:54 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD ID:519 537 3024 PAGE 3/5 Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control Page 2 2e) Specific Indication of uses of land and buildings 2f) Official Plan Designation • Zoning 3. Site Information: (attach separate sheet If more than one lot) Lot Frontage 9Q MIWM ---�P k Lot Depth Lot Area _ Lot Coverage Front Yard Rear Yard Interior Side Yard Exterior Side Yard (corner lot) Landscaped Open Space M No. of Parking Spaces Width of Planting Strip Driveway Width DI.C-07-SS 13:54 FROM:COUNTY OF OXFORD -Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control 4. Other (specify) Dated this „ lyt-) day of ID:519 537 3024 PAGE 4/5 Page 3 00A-6iM- 19r. = ---_- Signature of Applicant lcA'`S ��►-' IJ of the ISOIA_� of �`_�`��, In the QajN�'� of C� DO SOLEMNLY DECLARE THAT: All of the statements contained In this application are true and I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing It to be true and knowing that It Is of the same force and effect as If made under Oath and by virtue of the CanadaEyIdence Act. DECLARED before me at the of In the of dliLl this _ dAy-j f 19 4. , Signature of Applicant A aammissioner, Etc. COMMISSIONERS AFFIDAVITS ACT XS.O. 1990. Chap. 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Box 113, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 41-13 Tel:(519) 842-5571 Fax: (519) 842-2941 1999 Nov. 12 Tillsonburg Town Council Tillsonburg, ON Dear Mr. Mayor and Members of Council: At its regular meeting of November 10, 1999, the Chamber Executive passed the following motion: Moved by Mike Bossy, seconded by Dave Demeyere, that the Chair of the Government Affairs Committee, or an alternate, sit on the Town Economic Development Working Group. Carr. Thank you for your kind consideration and attention. Yours Sincerely, r Matthew Scholtz, Executive Secretary DEC-07-1999 16:00 FROWSOUTHRIDGE BUILDING COMPANY 5198426093 T-192 P.001/001 F-761 N4G 536 Phane:619-842-7857 Fa�c519-Ba2�093 Town of T illsonburg 20o Broadway Street, Suite 244 TillsonbL%0N N4G SA7 Nov.26,1999 Attention: Mayor and Council RE: DEVOLPMENT CHARGE PROPOSAL. I am in receipt as of today's date of the Letter you received from County Contracting. In reviewing the same 1 must agree with Mr Becketts position in regards to increased fee's on existing lots as they have already been agreed upon and the cost's paid for by the Developer. i can understand the need to finance future infrastructure but l question whom should be paying for it, the existing Landowner's or the people requiring the same. must protest the opinion that Tillsonburg is booming and it should be known that the growth we are experiencing is due in the most part to the Hundred's of Thousands of Dollars that people like Mr. Beckett and myself as well as Hickory Hills spend annually promoting this community. That's growth, marketing a product and producing .lobs. in the past four years I have been responsible 1br over 20 million dollars worth of new home production in this Town. This is the type of development that the Town needs not restricxing growth by excessive charges. In the four years I have been here the cost of a Building permit has already by far, out increased the percentage of Sale price increase that the market can absorb. Building Permit F ee's where increased to 1.25% of the value of the permit, The County Levy has rising from $381 to $2,236 as of January 1 2000 all in the past four years. Do you realize that in Delhi they reduced their charges by two thirds and just yesterclay I was in St. Catherine's looking at a Pmt and they have dropped all Lot levies and Development Charges to PROMOTE Development. Let me say that I was always of the opinion that Development of Now Housing should be a Partnership with the Municipality but it seems daily that the gap in communication and willingness to cooperate is growing at a rampant pace and this could severely hurt Tillsonburg's ability to continue to gnaw as the desire for Developer's to Invest in this Town continues to ctedine. Yours Truly, Satthridge Building Company Brian Crann, President COUNTY CONTRACTING OF WHEATLEY INCORPORATE[ November 26, 1999 Town of Ti I lsonburg 200 Broadway Street, Suite 204 Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7 Phone: 842-6428 Fax: 842-9431 Attention: Mayor and Counci 1 RE: DEVELOPMENT CHARGE PROPOSAL 160 CARNEGIE STREET INGERSOLL, ONTARIO N5C 4A8 (51 9) 485-1 230 FAX (S 1 9) 485-6722 Thank you very much for allowing me to speak at your meeting of November 22. I believe I addressed most of the items we had concerns of, and, I will lightly try to touch on some of the areas that we feel should be considered, prior to passing the Development Charges By-law. I spoke to the commercial and industrial proposed charges, I believe if you implement these charges as shown, they will, basically, stop industrial and commercial development within the Town ofTillsonburg. This will, also, have a very serious affect on any residential development as it will curtail jobs in the community which would require families and housing. Your consideration on this item would very much be appreciated as corporations are very concerned with start-up costs. A difference of $ l +/sq.ft. for a Building Permit on a 100,000 sq.ft. building might have a very detrimental affect on any proposals coming into the community. In reference to the existing building costs (as we understand this program at the present time) our building costs on Lot 23 (63 Herford Street) were as follows: Building Permit................................................................. $ 445.00 Administration Fees (or Impost) ............................................ 1.25% of $ 1,062.50 County........................................................................ $ 614.00 Plumbing....................................................................... 95.00 TOTAL: $ 2,216.50 Paid at the development stage for water and sewer ...................................... $ 446.00 TOTAL: $2,662.50 INDUSTRIAL - COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL BUILD 9 DESIGN 0 MANAGEMENT Page 2 We understand the existing County levels will increase to $2.236 as of January 1 versus the existing charges of $614 for a total increase of $1,622. If we add the $1,622 example of cost as of January 1, existing cost as paid on Lot 23 of $2,662.50, add County increase of $1,622 for a total of $4,284.50. In your proposal, Schedule B, the development charges to be effective January 1, you have an increase of $1,120 proposed, $321 for sanitary sewer and $113 is water allocation. We have already paid and registered $446 for these services, this should be subtracted from the $1,120 leaving a balance owing of $706. This would increase our Building Permit Application to $4,958 as of January 1 for all the items covered and in Table 1 for the changes as of January 1. An additional $675 would be added in 2001 and an additional $675 would be added in 2002 for an increase of $1,350, therefore bringing the total for complete permits, levies and development charges to $6,308 as of January 1, 2002. Existing Permit Cost............................................................... $ 2,662 County level increase (January 1)..................................................... $ 2,236 Existing charges.................................................................... S 614 Total increase (January 1)........................................................... $ 1,622 January 1 proposed increase......................................................... $ 1,120 Less: (payment or subdivision agreement, sewer, water) .................................. $ 446 S 674 Sanitary sewer (new charge covered above) .............................................. S 321 Water allocation (new charge covered above) ............................................. S 113 S 434 Building Permit (at January 1, 2000)................................................... $ 4,958 Increase (at January 1, 2001)......................................................... $ 675 Total (as of January 1, 2001)......................................................... $ 5,633 Increase (at January 1, 2002) ......................................................... 675 TOTAL FOR JANUARY 1, 2002..................................................... $ 6,308 Proposed sewer, water totals increase .................................................. $ 914 If repayment accepted as final of ..................................................... 446 Reduction to above would be ......................................................... $ 468 TOTAL.......................................................................... $ 5,840 With a fee of $6,308 for permits, levies, impost cost, development charges, etc., this will eliminate a lot of young first-time homebuyers purchasing a home. An increase of a %2% in mortgage increase (from the low rates we have enjoyed during the last few years) eliminates many people, as the wages have not kept up with the price increases. Part of our concern is: some of the lumber products increased by 46% last year. As an example, drywall went from $4.59 to $9.22 for a 4 x 8 sheet. These costs have to be incorporated into the construction program and are putting low-cost housing out of the reach of the average young, newly -married couples (even with both holding down jobs). Page 3 I would ask a number of questions that, possibly, you could answer at your convenience. In your Building Permit (based on Lot 23) you charged us $445. If we pay this fee and then pay an additional fee of 1.25% ($1,062.50), we are, now, advised as an Administration Cost. This cost, now, stands at $1,507.50 for the Building Permit and the Administration Cost, would it be possible to receive from the Municipality the total amount collected last year in building (and impost) or in administration costs? Would it be possible to find out and comparewhat the total cost was to run the Building Department? Based on the submission at the Council meeting on November 22, it was suggested approximately $120,000 for the year. It would be interesting to know the amount collected versus the cost of approximately $120,000. If there is a balance, where is the balance of the funds attributed to? Keep in mind that you have a plumbing inspection fee of $95 that, also, offsets the building inspector's costs that should be added to the fees, as requested above. A major concern to us is: we have a signed subdivision agreement where we have paid a development charge of $446 for water and sewer. I cannot understand how the consultants can ask myself (or any other developer who has signed a legal agreement and have paid in the fees) or could suggest that we would be liable to an increase in fees over the term of your development increases. I do not know of any business or corporation that can sell a product, and, after the contract is signed (or the product received) that you can go back and ask for an increase, as has been requested in this case. I would ask the Mayor and Council to reconsider the position on this item, not only for ourselves but for all the builders that have subdivisions that are fully developed (roads, services, sanitary, storms, water, etc.). If the contract has not been signed and there has been no intent or motion to develop the land over a long period of time, possibly separate consideration should be taken on that basis. Another question I would appreciate your answering is in regards to the development fee. I understand that the Hickory Hills Development does not pay upfront development charges for sewer or water. Is this the case? If it is, how did they manage to work out that type of contract when the rest of us have to pay upfront? I would, also, ask the Council and Mayor's consideration that the development charges for the sewer and water (that apparently goes to the County) not be collected upfront at the building department stage. If a subdivision is going to be developed, the trunks or mains will be in at that time until they are going to be used for sanitary or water supply. Surely, the payment could wait until the Building Permit stage. To impose the increase cost of $664 (for sewers) and $250 (for water), total is $914 upfront versus the existing $446 makes an unfair burden to anyone looking to develop property in the community. Most of us realize that services have to be paid if development is going to take place and that some development charges increase will be necessary. We ask that you consider keeping these as low as possible or extending them as long as possible over a period of time to help encourage development and building within your community. The Town will benefit in the fact that they will receive taxes on the new houses that are built to offset the services listed on your schedules. Page 4 There may be another consideration that should be taken into consideration in the study: in the event an area (ex. North Street west of Cranberry) be developed where a pumping station is required at approximately $500,000. Why would the cost of the pumping station not be attributed to the land that it services? In the past, we have had to install pumping stations in other areas, and, we were totally responsible for the cost of that part of the development on an upfront basis. Although the pumping station serviced more lots than ours, we paid the upfront development cost to install the pumping station and then we were credited back a portion of the cost on future lots that were developed at a future time. I believe special circumstances such as the above should be considered on an item by item basis, and, this would help the Municipality offset the cost to the individual home purchasers. We did the same with the storm sewers on Cranberry Park as they were sized and installed to handle the Koteles farm for a future subdivision at our cost. We were assured we would receive a credit if this property is ever developed. I thank you for allowing us to speak at your council meeting and taking the time to peruse this lengthy letter that possibly repeats my verbal discussion of the most important item to ourselves and the community and would ask for your consideration when you bring the development costs by-law to a vote. Yours truly, COUNTY CONTRACTING OF WHEATLEY INCORPORATED 'z' Lawrence Beckett cc: Kim Husted kw 1102.let CR4SHCanadians for Responsible and Safe Highways 19 November 1999 Cam McKnight Mayor Town of Tillsonburg Town Centre Mall, Ste 204, 200 Broadway Tillsonburg ON N4G 5A7 Re: Resolution on Impact of Trucking Policies on Municipal Roads and Safety Please put this on council or transportation committee agenda for discussion and action Dear Council or Committee: Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways is the national non-profit association that works to represent the general public when governments establish regulations for the operation of large trucks on public roads. As Executive Director of CRASH, I am writing to provide you with the views of our organization concerning the negative impact of Federal and Provincial government trucking policies and regulations on municipal infrastructure and safety. We are concerned that ongoing lobbying by the trucking industry associations may result in trucks that are up to 50 per cent longer driven by drivers required to work up to 40 per cent more hours a week. Giant multi -trailer trucks and tired drivers make a dangerous cocktail. Saskatchewan and Alberta already allow longer trucks and driving hours. According to the CRASH 1999 Report Card on Big Truck Safety, these two provinces also have a big truck crash death rate 40 per cent higher than the national average. The trucking industry is proposing to operate trucks that are up to 130 feet long compared to the current Ontario limit of 82 feet. These longer multi -trailer trucks do not meet national safety performance standards and are more difficult to steer or control. At ramps and intersections, these longer tricks are more inclined to tip over, move into adjacent traffic lanes, or climb onto curbs and sidewalks. This increases risks to all road users and damages municipal infrastructure. The trucking industry claims it would operate these longer trucks only on divided highways. Experience in Saskatchewan shows that once these trucks are allowed on divided highways, it is only a matter of time before longer multi -trailer trucks are on two lane roads with level intersections. There are even problems affecting trucks with regular 48 foot trailers in Ontario. The recommended national safety performance standard limits the weight of a truck -tractor plus one trailer to 102,000 pounds, in order to reduce the risk of rollover. The trucking industry fought to exempt trucks in Ontario from this limit. As a result, these trucks in Ontario can weigh up to 130,000 pounds and are at greater risk of rollover or jackknife at ramps and intersections. Box 1042 Station B • Ottawa, Ontario • K1P 5R1 • tel 613 860-0529 • fax 613 567 6204 e-mail crash@web.net • web site http://www.web.net/—crash These heavier trucks in Ontario often use "lift axles" to support the extra weight on the open highway, but these axles are lifted up at intersections in urban areas. This exponentially increases pavement damage. In a fully loaded situation, this increases the average axle load by 10-15 per cent. According to the Ontario Ministry of Transport, a 10 per cent increase in axle weight increases pavement damage by 46 per cent. The Province of Ontario has so far refused to implement an Eastern Provinces agreement to phase out these heavier trucks in order to improve safety and reduce road damage. To its credit, Quebec is implementing a plan. Currently, trucking companies cannot work their drivers more than an average 60 hours a week. Trucking associations are requesting governments to increase this to 80 or more hours for every week. A scientific expert panel commissioned by Transport Canada finds that a 70 hour week could reduce truck driver sleep by 12 hours a week and an 84 hour week even more. Less sleep means more sleep impaired driving and fatigue -related crashes. As truck drivers come off the freeway after driving long stretches at 100 kilometres per hour, they may be less alert to deal with urban roads and intersections. Driving a large truck is hard enough when you are alert. Sleep impairment makes it even harder. CRASH believes that muncipalities, whose roads are negatively affected by these trucks, need to have a formal consultative role in Federal and Provincial trucking policies. Today, this is even more important as the Province has downloaded the maintenance costs of 5,900 kilometres of secondary highways to local governments. The Ontario Ministry of Transportation estimates it would cost $2.6 billion to upgrade municipal bridges to handle current truck weights. The Regional Municipality of Ottawa -Carleton (RMOC), which has a, population of 721,000, adopted the attached resolution unanimously at its Council meeting October 13. It oPl2oses longer trucks and longer weekly hours for truck drivers and calls for improved safety. We encourage your Council to endorse a similar resolution and send it to the Federal and Provincial Transportation Ministers and your MPP and MP, with a copy to us. We hope to work together with you to achieve safer road conditions and less costly road and bridge repairs. Call me if you have any questions. Thank you for considering this issue. Yours sinter , Bob Evans Executive Director Tel 1 800 530 9945 or 1 613 860 0629 Attachments • Open letter to municipalities from Ottawa -Carleton • Ottawa -Carleton resolution on impact of trucks on municipal roads and safety • Suggested letter from municipalities to Federal and Provincial Transport Ministers • Summary of 1999 CRASH Report Card on Big Truck Safety by Province • Summary of Angus Reid survey of attitudes about big truck safety 2 099F Region of Ottawa -Carleton Region d'Ottawa-Carleton Ottawa -Carleton Centre fi Centre Ottawa -Carleton Bob Chiarelli Chair/President 12 November 1999 An Open Letter to Ontario Municipalities Senior levels of government have downloaded many of their responsibilities and costs to the municipal level. For example, Ontario has transferred the responsibility for 5,700 kilometres of secondary highways. Although municipalities have received these extra responsibilities, we have little say or input into government trucking policies that negatively affect municipal infrastructure and safety. On October 13, 1999, the Council of the Regional Municipality of Ottawa -Carleton endorsed the attached resolution prepared by CRASH (Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways) aimed at improving government trucking policies that negatively affect municipal infrastructure and safety. Specifically, CRASH is recommending that the Ontario Government resist industry pressures for longer trucks and increased weekly hours of work for truck drivers. It also recommends that Ontario phase out heavy tractor -trailers that do not conform to national standards. We are very pleased that CRASH is pursuing this important issue, and we urge you to endorse the attached resolution. These are very busy times for municipalities. Thank you for taking the time to consider this effort. Sincerely, Bob Chiarelli Diane Holmes Regional Chair Chair, Transportation Committee 111 Lisgar Street/ 111, rue Lisgar, Ottawa (ON) K2P 2L7 Tel./Tel. (613) 560-2068 Fax/Telecopieur (613) 560-6010 www.bobchiarelli.com RESOLUTION ON IMPACT OF TRUCKING POLICIES ON MUNICIPAL ROADS AND SAFETY: ADOPTED AT THE OCTOBER 1391999, MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF OTTAWA-CARLETON COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AS AMENDED That Council: 1. Endorse the resolution prepared by CRASH (Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways) aimed at improving government trucking policies that negatively affect municipal infrastructure and safety and that this resolution be forwarded to the Federal Minister of Transportation, the Provincial Minister of Transport and local MP's and MPP's; 2. Approve that the message sent to Federal and Provincial Ministers include a reminder of their own agreement in 1988 to implement a National Safety Code for trucks. RESOLUTION PREPARED BY CRASH Whereas, allowing longer multi -trailer trucks would negatively affect municipal roads and safety And whereas, heavy non -conforming truck trailers allowed in Ontario cause excessive pavement damage to municipal roads and increase the risk of jackknife or rollover And whereas the Province of Ontario has downloaded responsibility for secondary highways to municipalities And whereas increasing the weekly hours for truck drivers would increase the risk of sleep impaired drivers on municipal roads Therefore be it resolved that: We are opposed to longer trucks and increased weekly hours of work for truck drivers, We request Ontario to implement a plan to phase out non -conforming trucks, and We request a consultative role by municipalities in Federal and Provincial trucking standards relating to truck size and weight and driver hours of work 4 Sample Letter to Federal and Provincial Transportation Ministers Hon David Turnbull Minister of Transportation Government of Ontario 77 Wellesley St W Toronto ON M7A 1Z8 Dear Minister: Hon David Collenette Minister of Transport Government of Canada 333 Sparks St Tower C Ottawa ON K1A ON5 During the past five years, Federal and Provincial Governments have downloaded a number of transportation responsibilities and costs to the municipal level. In the latest round of downloading, the Province of Ontario transferred the responsibility for 5,700 kilometres of secondary highways. Although we have received these responsibilities, we have little say or input into government trucking policies that negatively affect municipal infrastructure and safety. Longer trucks can damage roads and bridges and increase safety problems where these bigger trucks encounter intersections and ramps. Longer weekly hours of work for truck drivers, as proposed by the trucking industry to government regulators, could increase the problem of truck driver fatigue and the risk of collisions when large trucks exit from the highway and encounter intersections or stopped traffic. We are writing to state our opposition to allowing longer trucks and increased weekly hours of work for truck drivers. We also request a consultative role by municipalities in Federal and Provincial trucking standards related to truck size and weight and driver hours of work. Yours truly, 5 CR6SHCanadians for Responsible and Sate Highways For release 15 April 1999 Ontario Rated on Big Truck Safety A national safety group today released a report giving Ontario a barely passing grade (55 D) on big truck safety. "Although Ontario scored above average for its commitment to improve big truck safety, the province still failed in two of seven safety criteria, and has the worst record for big truck safety defects in the country. On average, big truck collisions in Ontario kill 180 and injure 4,500 people a year." CRASH Executive Director Bob Evans said today. Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways (CRASH) prepared the report by comparing provinces across Canada for their truck safety compliance regulations and the statistics and trends in big truck collision deaths and injuries. Highlights of Ontario's Truck Safety Rating Grade 55 out of 100, D1_ • Allows single semitrailer trucks to carry a heavier load at increased risk of rollover • Fully implemented only four of 16 National Safety Code standards, lowest rate among provinces • Ontario has the worst record for truck safety defects among provinces, although the percentage of trucks with safety defects is declining due to increased enforcement efforts • Rate of big truck collision deaths per capita is below the national average • Rate of big truck collision injuries per capita is at the national average, and the number of truck -related injuries is increasing relative to all traffic injuries CRASH Recommendations for Ontario: • To maintain its position, Ontario must resist truck industry pressure for longer trucks and increased hours of work for truck drivers • To improve its position, Ontario should phase out heavy tractor -trailers that do not conform to national safety performance standards. It should do more Yo combat truck driver fatigue. • Ontario faces a special challenge to. increase truck safety enforcement if it is to protect its citizens from the hazards of a projected doubling of truck traffic under NAFTA by the year 2015. Evans said that a key reason for the poor state of truck safety is that the Federal Government is not using its constitutional authority and responsibility to implement and enforce national trucking safety standards. "For example, the Federal Government did not implement Ontario's proposal for mandatory safety audits of big truck operations." Evans said. "The trucking industry has also expressed concerns about the lack of consistency of trucking safety standards in different provinces. Long -haul trucking has simply outgrown the ability of any one province to regulate trucks crossing its borders," Evans said. v Report Card on Big Truck Safety by Province Summary Table Performance and Results Criteria Province Grade Weight Limit Truck Tractor Plus One Trailer (tonnes) Weight. Limit Truck Tractor Plus Two Trailers (tonnes) Allow Longer Combination Vehicles or LCVs Fully Implemen- ted National Safety Code Standards (16 total) Limit on Weekly Truck Driver Hours 95-98 Avg Per Cent Trucks with Safety Defects 5 yr Avg Annual Deaths Large Truck Collisions Annual Truck Collision Deaths/ 100,000 population 92-96 Trend in Large Truck Deaths Relative to All Traffic Deaths 5 yr Avg Annual Injuries Large Truck Collisions Annual Truck Collision Injuries/ 100,000 population 92-96 Trend in Large Truck Injuries Relative to All Traffic Injuries NFLD 65 C 49.5 62.5 n 12 60 22 6 1.1 29% 78 13.4 -32% PEI 57 D 49.7 62.5 n 7 60 16 4 3.0 4% 34 25.6 42% NS 72 8 52.6 62.5 n 11 60 18 10 1.1 -59°% 179 19.2 0% NB 57 D 49.5 62.5 n 10 60 34 25 3.4 1 % 249 32.9 -3% QUE 57 D 55.5 62.5 y 7 60 29 152 2.1 3% 2708 37.2 3% ONT 55 D 60.9 63.5 n 4 60 36 177 1.6 2% 4504 41.1 4°% MAN 58 D 46.5 62.5 y 12 60 25 17 1.5 21 % 435 38.5 15% SASK 45 F 46.5 62.5 y 7 104 23 29 2.8 36% 422 41.6 39% ALTA 43 F 46.5 62.5 y 6 105 28 76 2.8 51% 1375 50.6 19°% BC 58 D 46.5 63.5 n 7 60 26 73 2.0 11 °% 2004 54.6 0°% YUKON 43 F 46.9 64 y 10 70 29 1 4.6 3°% 21 67.8 31 % NWT 61 C 46.5 62.5 y 9 70 21 0 0.6 -136% 20 30.5 103% CANADA 55 D 46.5 62.5 60 30 573 2.0 8% 12030 41.1 7% Note: there are some other factors used in grading. Contact CRASH To obtain the report card, go to the CRASH web site htth://ww%v.web.net/-crash or Telephone 1 (800) 530 9945 or 1 (613) 860 0529 Highlights of Ontario Responses to Angus Reid Poll on Trucking Safety, April 1998 • 83% believe the number of tractor -trailers on the road has increased in the past five years • 78% believe the upward trend in the number of tractor -trailers has made roads more dangerous • 90% oppose allowing trucks with double 48 foot trailers • 96% oppose allowing trucks with triple trailers • 81 % are opposed to increasing the limit on truck driving hours a week from 60 to 70 • 91 % believe that a longer work week for truck drivers will undermine road safety • 82% favour making electronic devices to record driving hours mandatory on large trucks For more information about the report contact CRASH at 1 800 530-9945 or crash@web.net H." i 111 /99 23:47:e3 EST; ASSOCIATION OF?-> V-25-99 THU 03:10 PM AMO tl/19/99 ]5:14 W05 246 3142 CLERK-Tillsonburg T FAX NO. 416 971 6191 'j'R5r. ,'1'.Juanrn CORpO ATTO , OF THE TOWNSHM OF ST. JOSEPH P.O. BOX 187 RIBS IGANDI NG, ON TARIO POR 1J0 Tel: (705) 246-2625 November 18,1999. Fax: (705) 246 3142 TO: ALL MUNICIPALITIES IN 1W PROVINCE OF ONTARIO ' Re: Home Care Services Fein ' .g The following is a copy of a resolution passed by the Council of the Township of St_ Joseph at its, meeting on November 9,1999. Resolution No. 99-342 WTWMAS it is the policy of the Government of Ontario to shift the delivery of health care ryom in. patient hospital care to home care wherever possible; AND WHEMUS the provincial govenunent bas mandated that Community Care Access Cen= provide home care services; AND VM REAS the provincial g0Vwm ent is responsible for finding Cotnmvnity Care Access Centres; AND WHEREAS the current level of funding is insufficient to meet the increased demand for home care without reducing the level of service; AND S the resulting reduction in service is bavuag an adverse impact on elderly residents the program was originally meant to serve; AND WH KRFW9 the resulting reduction in the level of home care service will lead to increased demand for in patient health care services and facilities; 'THEREFORE BE IT RIFSOT.� that the To . hi of t Josoh here toil leveons ls tit Gov�c.nt of Ontario to increase funding to Community Care A sufficient to meet the increased demand for services; AND THAT the needs of those served by Community Care Access Centres be provided for in a holistie manner, AND It-URT HERMORE that this resolution be distributed to all municipalities in Ontario soliciting their support and requesting that copies of their supporting resolutions be sent to the Minister of Health, the Premier of Ontario and this municipality. -Carried The consideration and support ofyom Council would In" Wreeiated. YouVcbael A.ger, Clerk -Treasurer. P. 01 AM.TA-r rhis material is provided under contract as a paid service by the originating orPub2tfon, and does not :,ecessar y reflect the views or positions of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), its subsidiary companies, officers, directors or agents. Tillsonburg B.I.A. December 101, 1999 Mayor and Members of Council 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 5A7 Dear Mayor and Members of Council: Please be advised that at the last B.I.A. Board of Management meeting the following resolution was passed: Moved by Donna Rosenthal Seconded by Carrie Montgomery To appoint Peter Fleming and Helen Foster as joint members of the BIA Board of Management as representatives for the Bank of Montreal in place of Janet Wright whose resignation was received. "Carried" I trust that this is satisfactory. Yours truly, Michael Graves, AMCT B.I.A. Coordinator 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 5A7 HARVEST TIME "The Community Church" Sr' � , `ii;,� .. .. ,,, i •.. .t L• � •..mot«.•'; November 8, 1999 His Honour Mayor Cam McKnight Dear Cam, It's a busy, but wonderful time of year, and we are in the midst of planning our 7th annual "Christmas Blessing Dinner" for people in our community who, for whatever reason may not have the opportunity for a dinner of their own. It will take place Wednesday December 15, beginning at 5:00 p.m., and will once again be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Tillsonburg. We would like to invite you and/or members of the city council to come and be a part of this time of celebration, and we would greatly appreciate it if someone could share a few words as well. Please contact Rob & Lisa Jones at 688-0375 if this would be possible. We look forward to hearing from you. May God continue to bless and prosper you & our community. Yours sincerely, r Rob & Lisa Jones Pastor George Schmidt 115 Queen Street, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 3H4 (519) 688-0777 � .I .. W P.O. Box 113, Tllsonburg, Ontario N4G 4H3 Tel: (519) 842-5571 �•r--- Fax: (519) 842-2941- Good morning Chamber Member: The Tillsonburg and District Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Tillsonburg invite you to submit nominees for our Annual Celebration of Excellence Awards. Please refer to the enclosed description of the awards and the nomination form. We also are seeking additional sponsors for the gold and silver categories. If you are interested in attending this years' event, please call John Armstrong. Tickets are going quickly, so please do not wait. Should you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact John Armstrong (842-3358). Best regards, Michael Bossy TILLSONBURG AND DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A Celebration Of Excellence RRURG DjSr�, f The Tillsonburg and District Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Tillsonburg are proud to announce their second annual Celebration of Excellence Evening. We will present the following awards for: Industrial Achievement of the Year Business Achievement of the Year Community Service Entrepreneur of the Year Jj� QF MA Tillsonburg Award of Excellence The evening will feature M & M Meat Shops Ltd.'s, President and Baron of Barbecuing, Mr. Mac Voisin as the dinner speaker. The date is set for Wednesday, February 9, 2000 at the Lions Auditorium in the Town of Tillsonburg. Become a partner with your Chamber of Commerce and help us to recognize outstanding achievement in the local business and professional community. Platinum Category $1,000 • full sponsorship of an award category • sponsor time on selected category award presented to recipient • sponsor presents winner with selected award at the awards event • two (2) complimentary tickets for the awards event and dinner • recognition on specific awards signage located at awards event • recognition in pre -event advertising rT, • recognition in awards event programme w • recognition in post -event Chamber of Commerce newsletter • five (5) categories available jar sponsorship, see below for award categories and criteria O Gold Category $SOD • full or partial sponsorship of one component of the awards event programme 0 • one (1) complimentary ticket for the awards event and dinner • recognition on specific function signage located at the awards event • recognition in awards event programme ct • recognition in post -event Chamber of Commerce newsletter • the following components are available for sponsorship: host bar at reception, entertainment at reception and dinner, dinner wine, table arrangements, production ofaward winners video, and awards event programme Silver Category $200 • general support sponsorship • recognition in awards event programme • recognition in post -event Chamber of Commerce newsletter To take advantage of these unique sponsorship opportunities, or to request additional infomtation, please contact, Mr. John Armstrong at the Tillsonburg and District Chamber of Commerce general support sponsorship (519-842-3358) Entrepreneur of the Year One Award The award winner will be an individual or small business who has introduced a new product or service that has accomplished one or more of the following: • said product or service is unique enough in its form so as to capture a new segment of the market; • said product or service has achieved a high level of success resulting in business expansion as demonstrated by additional employment, increased investment or a new format of business; • said product or service, through its design, quality or innovative format, has achieved recognition with similar business associations or some other award format: • said product or service can be singled out so as to create a new target customer market; • said product or service may be an expanded component of an existing business category or may be a totally new introduction to the domestic and/or export markets. Entrepreneur is defined as an individual or company who has been operating in the manufacturing, commercial or professional/service sector for more than two years but less than ten. Community Service Award One Award The award winner will be a manufacturing, commercial or professional/service sector business who has demonstrated community involvemenUservice through one or more of the following: ' • said community involvement is outside of the normal practice of day to day business; • said community service can include the direct services of personnel, the contribution of a tangible asset such as vehicles, computers, etc., or the development of a facility or location which is used by the community at large or a specific sector of the community; • said community service can also involve the financial assistance towards community oriented education, cultural and sports activities as well as environmental protection/enhancement projects; ^ l fit! • said community service can be part of an established assistance programme or on which the business has developed on its ♦ 1 own merit. Manufacturing, commercial or professional/service sector business is defined as an individual or company who has been operating for more than two years. ^' Industrial Achievement Award One Award r-4 a) The award winner will be a manufacturing business who has demonstrated one or more of the following: • achieved an operational or product development accomplishment which is unique, innovative and recognized by other �l businesses; • achieved an enhancement of management or employee skills, or managemenUemployce relations, through the development IWV1 and implementation of unique training and motivation programmes or projects; • achieved a significant number of years of successful operations as evidenced by continual growth of the organization in (� terms of core business activities, employment and direct investment in facilities and equipment; • achieved total organization support of programmes relating to quality control, or environmental awareness which are O initiated by provincial or federal governments or national and international business associations or companies. Outstanding achievement relates to business activity and can be a reflection of overall business achievement or a specific business success. Business Achievement Award OneAward .O The award winner will be a commercial or professional/service sector business, who has demonstrated one or more of the following: Cd • achieved an operational or product development accomplishment which is unique, innovative and recognized by other businesses; • achieved an enhancement of management or employee skills, or managementlemployee relations, through the development and implementation of unique training and motivation programmes or projects; • achieved a significant number of years of successful operations as evidenced by continual growth of the organization in r� terms of core business activities, employment and direct investment in facilities and equipment; ^' • achieved total organization support of programmes relating to quality control, or environmental awareness which are W/ initiated by provincial or federal governments or national and international business associations or companies. r 1 Outstanding achievement relates to business activity and can be a reflection of overall business achievement or a specific business success. v Tillsonburg Award of Excellence • the award winner will be selected by representatives of the Town of Tillsonburg. Celebration of Excellence Awards Name of Nominee Category Reasons for Nomination/Accomplishments O ct 4� Please return by January 7, 2000: To: Tillsonburg Public Library 2 Library Lane TILLSONBURG ON N4G 4S7 *Attach more pages if required. Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ont&rio 1220 yonge street 4th Floor Toronto, Ontario U48 3E2 Tel. 1416) 489-7100 Fax (416) 499-fiNS a -mail: mail®hdjan.w web: www.hsf.on.ca HONORARY PATRON The Honourable Hilary M. Weston Lieutenant Governor of Onrarlo December 9, 1999 BOARD of ee�crogs Bob Brooks Chair of the Board The Town of Tillsonburg Gary Kaye 200 Broadway, 2nd Floor Vice chair ofthe Board Tillsonburg, ONN4G5A7 Ei utivs Committee Barry S. Arbas, D.C. To whom it may concern: Charles Beer Paul C. Carder Debora Coles As per the requirements of the Ontario Gaming Commission, this is to Jeff Davidson sash Friesen notify you that the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario has been Anthony Graham, M.D. issued a licence, #P991478, to conduct a province wide charitable Michael Johnston raffle. Duncan Stewart, M.D. Francine Belanger Two hundred and thirty-two thousand tickets at 100 each will be Sudi Devanesen, M.D. rty $ Faye Geddes offered for sale to the public commencing December 27, 1999. There Antoine Hakim, M.D., Ph.D. will be 9,280 prizes y Robert Hegele, M.D. p s awarded worth over $7.6 million. An earl bird Murray Huff, Ph.D. draw will be held February 25, 2000, with the final draw takinglace Fred Keeley, Ph.D. Marilyn Linton on March 14, 2000, p Gina McKenney Gordon Moo, M.D. -rickets y kets Will only be available through toll -free telephone orders or John Bose, M.D. Frank Silver, M.D. mailed applications. An extensive media campaign will advertise Michael J. Sole, M.D. Priya Walia, M.D. province -wide and will Include newspaper, television, radio and a Jeffrey Weitz, M.D. brochure drop via Canada Post. Ticket applications will also be John Wright pp included in the brochures. PRESIDENT Fick Gallop One or all of these forms of advertising will reach your municipal FOUNOATION SECRErARY district. Any inquiries may be directed to me at 416-489-7111 ext. 348. Pauline VYllayesekera Thank you for your support and co-operation with this lottery. xmrwm.m. acww. a.�.alme.'mrr�.a vwm' Yours truly, f Wade Bark r Associate Manager, Direct Response Marketing HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF ONGiR10 Heart 8r Stroke Healthline -- disease and lifestyle information service: 1-888-HSF4NFO LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY FULL AUTHORITY - MINUTES November 3, 1999 The Full Authority met at 7:30 p.m. in the Authority boardroom with all members present except G. Sytsma. Staff present were J. Oliver, P. Bravener, J. Robertson, B. Baskerville, and W. Cridland. _ i BACKUS MUSEUM BOARD'.60Mom+ANAGEE The Chairman welcomed everyone and called the a13- cTws-NFuseum Board of Management meeting to order. All members including community representative T. Millar were present except G. Sytsma. C. Poff and L. Nichols were present from Backus Staff. Mr. Van Londersele called for and received no disclosures of interest. There were no new agenda items added. C. Poff, BHCA Site Director, introduced Lea Nichols who was hired as the Conservation Education Interpreter in September. Ms. Nichols expressed that she was very happy to be employed with the LPRCA and invited members to attend any of her class instruction to view her program. C. Poff reported that October 3 1 ' weekend concluded a successful first season of the "Mill Stones Turn Again Project." He acknowledged the Miller, Doc Roelofson and his Assistant, Robert Sijs for a marvelous job of interpreting the mill's history as well as the actual grinding of wheat into flour. Mr. Poff reported that 3,000 visitors went through the mill between May 11 and October 31', and there were 1,000 lbs. of hard red spring wheat processed that generated a little less than $1,000 in sales of souvenir bags and bulk flour. He noted that the operation was limited however by some mechanical failures and the consensus is a more reliable system to transfer power from the wheel to the drive shaft is needed, if the authority wants to produce it in any kind of scale. C. Poff reported that he had received two resignations from staff at Backus HCA. M. McLean, Curator resigned her position as of September 24' and since that time he received a resignation from S. Helka, Heritage Programmer. S. Helka's date is November 16'. C. Poffreported he has found someone to temporarily fill the Heritage Programer position to address the school board/education program. After discussion with Senior Staff it was decided not to fill the curator position until the Spring of 2000. J. Oliver reported that both C. Poff, D. Holmes and himself have discussed staffoptions and hope to be able to have ideas formulated for further discussion at Senior Staff. Chairman D. Van Londersele suggested that a subcommittee be formed for further discussion regarding staffing operations at Backus C. A. and look at where we have been and where we are going with direction of the programs and staffing etc. MOTION A-84 moved by S. Hazen, seconded by P. Black and carried that the following members are appointed as a subcommittee to assist Senior Staff in reviewing options and making a recommendation for 2000 staffing for Backus Heritage Village: S. Hazen, T. Millar, J. Wells. J. Oliver reported that he along with C. Poff and J. Wells, attended a meeting that was held at the Eva Brook Donly Museum in Simcoe, on Thursday, October 28' to discuss municipal restructuring and museums. Mr. Oliver reported that the committee prepared a letter that was to be sent to M. Farrow, Special Advisor of Municipal Restructuring. Chairman D. Van Londersele reported that there has been a lot of discussion within some municipalities regarding structuring and their boundaries and when he was in attendance at the A. D. Latornell Conservation Symposium this subject was discussed. Mr. Van Londersele advised that after considerable discussion with other representatives from the Grand River C. A. and Niagara C. A. it was agreed to send a letter to M. Farrow, Special Advisor on Municipal Restructuring in Haldimand-Norfolk by the deadline of October 251 on behalf of all three authorities whose watershed's are within the Haldimand-Norfolk Region which is under review. The letter provided input regarding the management of natural resources within the Region of Haldimand-Norfolk and the role of the conservation authorities. J. Oliver assisted and the letter was sent by LPRCA. Members requested a copy of the correspondence. FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Cliff Evanitski, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, Roger Orth, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells November 3, 1999 C. Poff reported on the Backus Heritage Village Statement of Purpose and Collection Management Policy that M. McLean had prepared for board approval. M. McLean had updated it to address specific collecting policy and deaccessioning policy. It also brings the policy more in line with that of other museums. There were three changes suggested to be added to the policy, they were noted and recorded. MOTION A-85 moved by M. Gartshore, seconded by L. Chanda and carried that the recommended changes to the Backus Heritage Village Collection Management Policy recommended in a memorandum from the Curator dated September 21, 1999 be approved, as amended November 3, 1999. C. Poff presented a tentative 2000 Calendar of Events for Backus Heritage C.A. which were reviewed. It was suggested that the name Pioneer Life day remain the same as in the past. A correction was made to Victorian Christmas the day is Sunday, December 31. Mr. Oliver noted that the Long Point Waterfowl Heritage & Art Festival held for the first time in 1999 was very successful and senior staffwill be making recommendations for fees/charges etc. for 2000. T. Millar reported that Ducks Unlimited had participated at the event and will be back in support in 2000. He also received good feedback on the event. Mr. Millar suggested the authority might consider utilizing the barn for waterfowl artifacts in the future. MOTION A 86 moved by T. Millar, seconded by J. Wells and carried that the proposed 2000 Calendar of Backus events be approved as presented in a memorandum from the Director dated October 27,1999. The Chairman then called the Backus Museum Board of Management to a close. FULL AUTHORITY Chairman D. Van Londersele called the meeting to order. He called for any disclosures of interest and received none. Two items were added to the agenda - M. Gartshore re: S. Strobl presentation and two additional letters from potential Technical Advisors re: Forest Management. The Chairman asked if there were any errors or omissions from the previous meeting. M. Gartshore noted an error on page two, paragraph one. She noted that the housekeeping recommendations she had put forward were developed in part from Ken Elliott's recommendations out of the Hepburn Tract Study. These recommendations were put forward so they could be incorporated into the 1999/2000 prescription. R. Orth inquired if the Norfolk C.A. water system repairs were completed. J. Oliver responded yes. MOTION A 87 moved by S. Lamb, seconded by J. Lester and carried that the minutes of the previous meeting of the Full Authority held October 6, 1999 be adopted as circulated and amended. BUSINESS ARISING: The General Manager presented draft one 2000 budget. He reported the sub -committee had met and reviewed the draft to discuss the initial details and assumptions. His report outlined the capital type projects and the total of projects identified are $198,000 which is similar to the $210,041 spent in the 1999 budget. Only $85,000 is reflected as major capital with the rest in the various operations e. g. Motor Pool has $33,000. for vehicle and equipment purchases, Land Acquisition is within the other section with a $50,000 budget, and non -funded capital maintenance is $30,000 in Field Operations. Mr. Oliver reviewed the preliminary list of project proposals to be submitted to the Long Point Foundation for approval in December. Draft one only has $1,500 of Foundation funding identified at this time. The report/budget identifies the recommendation from the Pyatt report for 2000 with a 1.5% CPI factor for salaries/wages. Forest Revenues projected in draft one are $125,000 down considerably from 1999. Grant Eligible re: MNR grant assumes $82,881 the same as what was requested in 1999 even though the authority only received $60,208 for 1999, plus $6,748 from unused 1998 grant. Draft one assumes a 5% increase in levy Mr. Oliver went on to explain that the authority had not had an increase in levy since 1995 and the levy decreased by FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Cliff Evanitski, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, Roger Orth, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 2 November 3, 1999 15% in 1996. He reported the sub -committee had requested staff to obtain information on increases in taxable assessment within the Region of Haldimand - Norfolk and the County of Oxford over the past five years. Mr. Oliver was able to find out that taxable assessment went up at least 4% from 95 to 99. The County's assessment increased by at least 5.25%. The other programs total is down considerably in comparison because of the Third Century Project. Members posed several questions to staff regarding the draft one budget. Discussion centered on the increase to levy, the amount of withdrawal from reserves, and what projects/programs should be funded by agreement forest product revenue. As a result of the discussion staff were instructed to show no increase in levy in draft 2, and show more funding from agreement forest product, plus include funding for water conservation strategies implementation. Staff and the budget sub -committee will meet to review draft 2 prior to presenting it to full authority in December. The General Manager reviewed the correspondence/memorandum dated November 3' that he sent to the members on the proposed Forestry Technical Advisory Committee Membership committee. He reviewed the recommendation from senior staffand the candidate names that had been put forward for consideration. The nine candidates that have responded are well qualified and have a mix of ecological and forestry background, as well as the academic perspective. The terms of reference suggest that the committee consist of five members plus the LPRCA Field Superintendent, D. Holmes. Discussion followed with the majority of members expressing their comments on the structure, the number of members, the number of meetings, the selection process etc. Several members expressed the opinion that they required more information on the candidates themselves before they would be comfortable in making a selection. Staff were directed to obtain a resume/data on the individuals being considered and have it sent to members. The decision was deferred until the next full authority meeting. The General Manager reported on the memorandum dated October 15, 1999 re: Personnel Policy/Admin. Regulations Document Amendments Proposal. The sub -committee met on Oct. 15' to review senior staff recommendations on changes/clarifications and reorganization of the document. Unfortunately the mailing to committee members was incomplete and it was decided that the discussion be deferred until the next full authority meeting when all the information was available for members to review. Staff were also directed to organize the information so it could be easily referenced to current documentation. At this point Mr. Van Londersele noted that the personnel policy for LPRCA currently has a different policy to deal with mileage remuneration for out of the watershed. He explained that he had recently driven his own vehicle to a conference and the only remuneration offered was for gas/oil. Several members supported the opinion that the current 30 cents per km should be paid. Staff were asked to add this as a recommendation to consider. M. Gartshore addressed the memorandum that she had forwarded to Chairman D. Van Londersele regarding a presentation to LPRCA board and staff by Silvia Strobl on new southern Ontario silvicultural guidelines. M. Gartshore stated that S. Strobl will be in the area in the latter part of December and has tentatively agreed to make a presentation to the board. M. Gartshore asked members if there was interest in having S. Strobl attend and hold a special meeting, perhaps with a field trip to some of the pre and post cut operations of LPRCA properties. Staff were directed to make arrangements and the tentative date suggested was the afternoon of December 20'. FINANCIAL: The Supervisor of Finance presented the 31 quarter financial review. Mrs. Bravener reported that the majority of programs are on-line and within their respective budgets. Some budgets such as the museum and conservation education programs are under in expenditures due to resignations of staff. Revenue for both programs is also less as the school board funding levy has been decreased as fewer classes are booked for the historical program for 99/2000. Backus Park Revenue is down from 1998, in particular day/use, day/weekly camping. Expenditures for operations of the park are up. The surplus in museum, and education operations will offset the park operations for 1999. Field operations- -park revenue is up by $38,950. Conservation Services revenue has increased by $8,360. Expenditures in Field Operations are over in some categories and it's expected the net difference in Field Operations will be approximately $35,000. Motor Pool Auction revenue is less than budgeted and will require some FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Cliff Evanitski, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, Roger Orth, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 3 November 3, 1999 surplus funds to balance. Other Projects— Some of the projects will be deferred to 2000 with the majority being completed in 1999. The majority of other projects are funded with matching funds from other agencies/Long Point Foundation, grants etc. The exception was the Rocks Mill Project and the matching funds have to be withdrawn from reserve. The overrun with the Backus Campground "E" washroom/showerhouse requires additional funds. Mrs. Bravener noted that the Agreement Forest Product Revenue is currently $75,000 more than projected in the 1999 budget and will have a balance of approximately $47,337 after the further motions to withdraw funds are made. The authority has not purchased any land to -date in 1999 and the budget does identify $40,000 as an expenditure. The authority should be in a surplus position at year end. Members asked several questions throughout the review MOTION A-88 moved by R. Orth, seconded by B. Abele and carried that the additional cost in 1999 for the new Backus Campground "E" washroom/showerhouse building of $12,240 be funded from 1999 Agreement Forest Product Revenues. MOTION A-89 moved by C Van Paassen, seconded by L. Chanda and carried that an amount of $15,501 be withdrawn from the Conservation Areas Forestry Reserve to cover costs of repairs to the dam and berm at Rock's Mill conservation area. CORRESPONDENCE: County of Elgin: regarding resolutions responding to the Draft Agricultural Drainage Maintenance Guidelines. Conservation Ontario: regarding Conservation Journeys Update and progress to date. Chairman D. Van Londersele and General Manger J. Oliver also provided some background information from their recent council meeting. Dofasco has withdrawn their long term commitment and will only provide funding in the amount of $100,000 for 99-2000. J. Oliver and D. Van Londersele expressed some of the irritations that affected the Dofasco decision. The Conservation Journeys Task Force is presently working on a new business plan and all CA's are being encouraged to continue to support the program. MOTION A-90 moved by M. Gartshore, seconded by F. Sanderson and carried that the Authority reaffirm its support for the "Conservation Journeys" proposal of Conservation Ontario and our commitment to meet our financial contribution in 2000 of $2,250. University of Guelph: J. Ivey thanking W. Cridland for participating in a survey of the groundwater management activities of Ontario for conservation authorities. The survey revealed strong interest on the part of most conservation authorities to become more involved in groundwater management related activities, subject to availability of funding and staff resources. Ministry of Natural Resources: regarding an information/workshop session on the St. Williams Crown Forest to develop an arrangement with local users and the community for the operational management of the 3000 acres. The workshop session is to develop the principles around such an arrangement, a consultation plan and to start to identify issues and challenges associated with the forest. The meeting is scheduled for November 12 at 7:30 pm at the St. Williams Community Center. Mr. Oliver reported that senior staff have discussed this and are interested in assuming management responsibility. Members were in agreement and proposed that the authority take an active role if the opportunity is feasible. S. Hazen was asked to attend on behalf of the Chairman who will not be able to attend and advise MNR that the LPRCA is interested. All board members were encouraged to attend the meeting. D. Holmes will be attending. MOTION A - 91 moved by S. Lamb, seconded by C. Evanitski and carried that the staff be authorized to indicate the Authority's interest in assuming management responsibility for the St. Williams crown forest lands. FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Cliff Evanitski, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, Roger Orth, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 4 November 3, 1999 MOTION A-92 moved by F. Sanderson, seconded by L. Chanda and carried that the following items of correspondence be received as information: County of Elgin re: agricultural drainage and fisheries. University of Guelph re: groundwater activities by CA's . NEW BUSINESS: W. Cridland, Lands and Waters Supervisor presented a staff report dated October 27' describing each work plan target for implementing Water Conservation Strategies that had been defined in her memo dated August 25, 1999. The board had requested work plans for each of the targets for implementing Water Conservation Strategies. The targets identified are regarding low water flow monitoring and management for both surface and groundwater, participation through Conservation Ontario in the review of the Provincial Permit to Take Water Program, clarify and standardize protocols for staff reviewing requests for permits, investigating the possibility of enhancing storage and/or low flow augmentation on existing LPRCA properties, developing educational materials on local water use and conservation, undertake a water budget study on a sub -watershed basis where multiple water uses exist as a demonstration project. W. Cridland's report identifies current roles of staff and additional activities that can be included as part of staff roles, plus the roles that are not possible due to current staff level. Members expressed their appreciation for the report and reviewed the targets separately discussing each. It was suggested that target # four have the words and private properties added. J. Oliver reported that the LPRCA had received a sum of $10,000 from a fine that was imposed by the Ministry of Environment and staff felt the funds could be deferred to 2000 and utilized for Water Conservation Strategies Projects. Members agreed and noted that it should be used in the Big Creek area where the fine originated. Several members expressed the opinion that this is the role that the authority should be taking and be the lead agency in this watershed MOTION A 93 moved by P. Black, seconded by S. Hazen and carried that staff be directed to begin investigating funding sources starting immediately in order to secure implementation of as many of the targets identified in this report as possible in 2000. W. Cridland presented an erosion control assistance request in a report dated October 26, 1999. MOTION A-94 moved by S. Hazen, seconded by F. Sanderson and carried that financial assistance of up to $225 be provided to Peter Baxter (S-W Oxford) under the Conservation Services Erosion Control program. The meeting was adjourned due to time and the items left on the agenda - Rock's Mill Assessment Summary, and the Video " Groundwater: Our Hidden Treasure" will be included on the agenda for December. Dan Van Londersele Chairman Pam Bravener Supervisor of Finance & Administration FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Cliff Evanitski, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, Roger Orth, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells H(�fID OTTAWA OFFICE: TEL: (613) 992-3176 + FAX: (613) 992-0930 HOUSE OF COMMONS HOUSE OF COMMONS OTTAWA, ON K I A OA6 CENTRAL RIDING OFFICE: CHAMBRE DES COMMUNES TEL: (204) 622-INKY (4659) OT AWA FAX: (204) 622-4654 E-MAIL: Inky@refornl.ca INKY MARK, M.P. _,. TO — DAUPHIN - SWAN RIVER, MANITO "Accountable to You" z. O T TAWA 18 November, 1999 Dear Municipality: Re. Feedback on Bill C-10 FILE # nEr�RRED l ----._ Currently, debate on Bill C-10, an act to amend the Municipal Grants Act, is underway in the House of Commons. The purpose of this act, is to provide fair and equitable administration of payments in lieu of taxes. Although it has some merit, there are a few concerns that need to be addressed. I have been participating in this debate and would like to bring up any specific concerns your municipality may have, relating to this piece of legislation. I have also been briefed by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities on the issue, and was surprised to find out they were not informed as to when Bill C-10 would be coming back for debate. In order to ensure municipalities are not kept in the dark, I am inviting comments to be directed back to my Ottawa office by the end of November or following your first meeting thereafter. I realize this is a short time -frame, but the bill is slated for Report stage by the end of the month, and any further amendments to the bill, would have to be moved and debated at that time. To review Bill C-10, please log on via the Internet, to my website at www.reform.ca/mark/ Then click on the section to the left which says Government Bills. I am working with Reform Public Works Critic Werner Schmidt (MP -Kelowna) on this matter, so feel free to contact him also at Room 259 Wellington, Ottawa, K1A OA6. Or he can be reached by phone at 613-992-7006. Sincerely, Inky Mark, M.P. Opposition Heritage Critic enclosures: IM:bk Cb News release Communt ue INKY MARK, MP WERNER SCHMIDT, MP Chief Opposition Critic Chief Opposition Critic Canadian Heritage FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Public Works November 17, 1999 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GETS PREFERENTIAL TAX TREATMENT OTTAWA — Two Reform MPs say legislation aimed at improving the way the federal government and Crown corporations pay property taxes is a half-hearted effort. Heritage Critic Inky Mark and Public Works and Government Services Critic Werner Schmidt hope to amend the act, to ensure municipalities are treated fairly. Mark says Bill C-10, which amends the Municipal Grants Act, still bestows special privileges to the federal government. "Municipal governments are the backbone of the Canadian economy. Their source of revenue is taxation at the local level, yet the federal government feels it needs special treatment when it comes to payment in lieu of taxes. Federal buildings require the same services other property owners require, so why not pay the fair, full rate?" Mark questioned. Schmidt, MP for Kelowna, says, "The Advisory Panel for payment disputes proposed within Bill C-10 has no teeth. The Minister can take or leave the panel's advice. When there is a dispute in the public sector about property values there is a formal appeal process with the decisions being binding on both parties. Why is Minister Gagliano so keen on maintaining a privileged position for himself, the Government and Crown corporations?" Mark, the former mayor of Dauphin, says municipalities should play a larger role at the negotiating table with the federal and provincial governments. He feels it would help reverse a top -down system, where services and programs are off-loaded to the municipal sector, and there is no sufficient dialogue process. "The Federation of Canadian Municipalities, which represents a reasonable amount of concerned communities, was not aware the bill was being rammed through Parliament. There needs to be more consultation, considering there are over 4,000 municipal governments in Canada," Mark said. Both Schmidt and Mark are notifying individual municipalities, by mail and over the Internet, to obtain feedback. "If the bill were fair, then Canada Post, the CMHC, and the Royal Canadian Mint would have to make business occupancy payments just like every other money -making enterprise. It shouldn't be at the whim of the Government Services Minister and Crown corporations to decide who pays what and how much," they conclude. -30- For further information, please contact: Inky Mark, MP (613) 992-3176 Werner Schmidt, MP (613) 992-7006 November-5, 1999 COMMON'S DEBATES 1201 the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. I am very delighted to note that many of the issues have been addressed. The legislation empowers the Minister of Public Works and Government Services to pay at his discretion supplementary amounts when payments are delayed. A dispute advisory panel can be established under the act with expert representation from all provinces and territories to recommend to the minister appropriate solutions for disputes by municipal governments and the depart- ment concerning payment accounts. It also commits to meeting municipal payment schedules when information is provided on an equivalent basis to that accorded to taxable persons. There is the introduction of compensation for late payments and authority to make payments when tenants on federal properties default on their tax obligations. These are important changes under which the government accepts a position much closer to that of other property owners regarding its tax obligations. What a difference seven years makes. This bill marks a turning point in the federal government's relations with municipal governments through co-operation, con- sultation and respect. These changes confirm a new era. If there are concerns by the opposition or if some municipal governments look at the bill and want to slightly change it, after this bill is passed at second reading it will go to committee. I presume that is where, if needed, any is will be dotted or is will be crossed. Canada's largest urban centres such as Toronto. Vancouver and Montreal will benefit significantly from these changes. There will be no more unilateral tax freezes, no more tax reductions by the federal government and no more changes without consultation. We have to work together remembering that there is only one taxpayer. The goal of the government is very clear. For federal leaders and municipal leaders, it is the same. We have the common goal to serve the taxpayer best. This bill fulfils the commitment which the government made when it came to power in 1993 having been part of the negotiations from 1993 to 1997. It is a commitment I am very proud of. The government has this legislation before the House. The FCM was very anxious that this legislation came before the House because it provides the predictability. It provides the fairness. It provides the equity. These arc things which those of us who have been involved in this issue for some time hzvc wanted This legislation recognizes the realities of the 1990s. It is legisla- tion that is modern and reflects the desire of governments to deal with each other in a fair and clear manner. Mr. Gilles Bernier (Tobique—Mactaquac, PC): Mr. Speaker. the hon. member from the Liberal Party had a very nice speech. I Government Orders have the utmost respect for this gentleman but I have one question. I listened to his speech. He said that this bill will be fully debated in committee. That is exactly what I said in my speech. He is just repeating what I said. I said that our party will support the bill at second reading. We hope that in committee we will be able to bring about the necessary changes so we can support the bill at third reading. If we are not allowed to bring about changes in committee, we will not have, a choice but to vote against the bill at third reading. 0 0315) I was surprised to learn that the hon. member opposite was a former president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. My staff was in contact with people in that organization just yesterday. They are very upset that this bill is being rammed through the House at this time, because there were no consultations. Would the hon. member agree to give the municipalities more time to look at this piece of legislation in order for them to decide what they agree with or do not agree with? As the former president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, he should know how the municipalities work. The government should have used caution and not moved so fast. ' Mr. Bryon Wilfert: Mr. Speaker, I wish my colleague had been here in 1992. With those kinds of comments we might not have had the Tories impose the arbitrary freeze and reduction on municipal governments. Where were our friends in the Tory party in 1992? Unfortunately they were not here, but that is history. I would point out to the lion. gentleman that the FCM was fully briefed two weeks ago. The president of the FCM will be at committee. There certainly will not be any ramming. I presume there will be full debate. I hope to take part in those discussions. Even though I am not a member of the committee, I intend to show up. This is obviously something that is near and dear not only to my heart but to all colleagues. We are in agreement. I was very heartened to hear that the member will support this legislation. Unfortunately his predec-'s- sors were not as generous or enlightened as the hon. gentleman across the way. I thank him and look forward to his support. Mr. Inky Mark (Dauphin --Swan River, Ref.): Mr. Speaker, I listened carefully to the speech of the member for Oak Ridges. When he was president of the Federation of Canadian Municipali- ties he certainly listened well and he did a very good job. I have a problem with his statement that the government believes in being fair and equitable. How can the federal government sec itself as being equal to every other taxpayer in the country when it thinks it should be exempt from paying taxes? 1202 COMMONS DEBATES November 5, 1999 Government Orders I contacted people at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities yesterday to talk to them about Bill C-10. To my surprise, they informed me that they had no idea the bill had come back to the House. 1 know for a fact that it has taken at least three years for the government to take action on some of the recommendations the FCM made to it. I would like the hon. member for Oak Ridges to respond to the question of fairness and equality as between the federal govern- ment and Canadian taxpayers. As well, why was the FCM not informed that the bill would be tabled in the House this week? Mr. Bryon Wilfert: Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague opposite for his questions. I have the greatest respect him. In our previous lives we used to correspond a lot, but we never actually came face to face until we came to the House. I do not think it was a surprise to either of us that we have a fair number of things in common when it comes to municipal concerns. • 0320) First, this legislation will treat the federal government as a taxpayer, just like everyone else. The government will pay on time. It will pay penalties if it does not. The bill will ensure that if there is an assessment question the government will go through the same process as taxpayers go through. As far as the Federation of Canadian Municipalities is con- cerned, it was briefed two weeks ago. The minister in June 1998 went to the FCM convention along with the Prime Minister. It is too bad the Leader of the Opposition was not there. He missed a tremendous speech on this issue. This is what happened. The minister, in consultation with the FCM, in June said to over 2,000 delegates "I want to hear from you", which is why the round tables were set up across the country. I am sure the minister met with mayors and councillors in their Tidings to get feedback so that the minister would hear the concerns of the grassroots. That is what happened. The bill will be going to committee after second reading. I can guarantee members that the president of the FCM will be there and that he will make any comments with regard to anything in the legislation that the FCM may have a question about. But to suggest for a moment that it was not briefed is not the case. I do not know to whom he was speaking at the FCM, but the executive director and the policy director were fully briefed. They knew what was in the bill. Two weeks have gone by and my phone is not broken, but they did not call me. Mr. Werner Schmidt (Kelowna, Ref.): Mr. Speaker, 1 com- mcnd the hon. member from Oakville for suggesting that there was wide consultation, because there was. We all know that. It took a little better than four and a half years to go through the whole process. The hon. member insisted that people at the FCM were thor- oughly briefed on the bill two weeks ago, and that may very well be true. In fact, my consultation with people at the FCM corroborates that indeed they were briefed. The interesting thing is what happened between the time the FCM people were briefed and the actual presentation of the bill. Clearly the FCM people then had to be advised that there were certain recommendations that were originally proposed to be included in the bill, but were in fact not in the bill. The addition of certain corporations to schedule 4, for example, was deleted. The other issue is that the panel should have some teeth and that everything should not be at the discretion of the minister. These recommendations were included in the report of the joint technical committee and the consultations which took place. If the hon. member is so absolutely convinced that everything is hunky-dory with regard to the FCM and with regard to the briefing, why is it that not all of those things, which apparently he thought they understood, they apparently did not agree with? Mr. Bryon Wilfert: Mr. Speaker, although I come from the fastest growing community in Canada, Richmond Hill, the riding is Oak Ridges. We have not expanded to Oakville yet, although we are probably working on it, but I do thank the member for that. The president of the FCM was on Parliament Hill two weeks ago. At that time — Mr. Werner Schmidt: Nobody is denying that. Mr. Bryon Wilfert: I appreciate the fact that the hon. member collaborated what I said with regard to the fact that it was consulted. I do not remember saying that absolutely everything that every municipal government or the FCM wanted was in the bill. On the one hand we are saying that it took four and a half years to get here. I guess the inference is that the process has been slow. It was deliberately done in a way that got all of the parties to the table, and that concluded in the agreement of 1997. If there was not a federal election in April 1997, the legislation may have been before the House at that time. To reinforce that we were getting it right, we held consultations during the sununer of last year. What we have here is, in general, without question, what the FCM wanted to sec. When the bill goes to committee. I am sure that anything that needs to be clarified or added will be dealt with. November 5, 1999 COMMONS DEBATES 1203 • tt325 1 MrInky Mark (Dauphin —Swan River, Ref.): Mr. Speaker, I ould. ask the Chair to ensure that I get my full 20 minutes. Bill C-10, an act to amend the Municipal Grants Act, does not go far enough to ensure that municipalities will be treated fairly and equally by the federal government and crown corporations on the issue of property taxes. There is no doubt that the minister and crown corporations still retain too much discretionary power. If federal governments, both past and present, really understood and did the right thing, why would we need any kind of legislation regarding the whole issue of the federal government paying taxes? Canadians all pay taxes. We know what happens if we do not. None of us want to encounter Revenue Canada. The issue of grants in lieu of taxes goes back many years. Whenever municipal leaders get together, grants in lieu of taxes seems to be a favourite topic. Despite federal constitutional powers for tax exemption, as we approach the new millennium why does the federal government not operate under the principle of equal and fair treatment when it comes to paying its taxes on federal buildings located in municipal jurisdictions? I want to say a few words about municipalities. They have been around for a long time in the country, a lot longer than the Canadian federation. Like many of my colleagues in the House, such as the member for Oak Ridges. I was a former municipal mayor before coming to Ottawa. At least tO% of the members of parliament in this House came from a municipality, and there is no doubt that we all know the effects of both federal and provincial downloading on the municipalities, as well as governments not paying their taxes to municipalities. The federal government needs to pay all of its taxes, period. The federal government should not expect special treatment from the taxpayers. The federal government uses the same services as everyone else. It uses roads, sewage systems, water services, garbage collection and other services. Municipal governments arc the backbone of the country's econo- my. There arc currently a couple of high cost items that municipal governments across the land have to deal with. Those are water and sewage. It is unbelievable that in a country like ours there arc many municipalities and communities that do not have full water treat- ment facilities. These communities basically rely on chlorination. Giardia is commonplace in many of the communities. Over the last couple of years we have heard in the press about large communi- ties, such as those close to Toronto and Victoria. having cases of giardia. Private Members' Business Even deadlier bacteria, like cryptospiridium, cannot be treated effectively with chlorine. These water treatment plants require a huge capital investment and obviously the source of the capital comes from taxation. Mr. Speaker, I believe you are signalling me to end my remarks. The Acting Speaker (Mr. McClelland): I am sorry to interrupt the hon. member. He has utilized about four minutes and will have approximately sixteen minutes in which to speak when this bill comes before the House again. It being 1.30 p.m., the House will now proceed to the consider- ation of Private Members' Business as listed on today's order paper. PRIVATE MEMBERS' BUSINESS • (1330) [English] CANADA POST CORPORATION ACT Mr. Pat Martin (Winnipeg Centre, NDP) moved that Bill C-238, an act to amend the Canada Post Corporation Act (mail contractors), be read the second time and referred to a committee. He said: Mr. Speaker, I am very glad to have the bill come forward. I felt very fortunate when my name was drawn in the lottery and then very grateful when the standing committee chose to make the bill votable. I believe it is an issue of broad public interest and something that is long overdue. I will argue, and I hope that I can prove to the House, that we have an opportunity to correct a longstanding injustice. We have an opportunity to right a longstanding wrong. My bill, Bill C-238, is probably one of the shortest. It is certainly the shortest that I have ever seen. I think it might be the smallest bill on record. It is one line exactly. It calls for one simple thing, to repeal subsection 13(5) of the Canada Post Corporation Act. Subsection 13(5) is a very small subsection that bars rural route mail contractors from the right to collective bargaining. They do not have the right to form a union. They do not have the right to join a union. They do not have the right to bargain collectively. I know that support for giving these people these rights is spreading broadly. I know that the hon. member from Kamloops strongly supports the concept because in his rural setting there are rural route mail couriers who have probably sought him out to lobby and to explain the problems they run into. 1336 COMMONS DEBATES November 16. 1999 Government Orders That notwithstanding any standing order or usual practice the House return for the remainder of the present sitting to the consideration of the supply proceedings in the name of the hon. member for Brandon —Souris proposed earlier this day. The Speaker: Does the hon. member have permission to put the motion before the House? Some hon. members: Agreed. The Speaker: The House has heard the terms of the motion. Is it agreed? Some hon. members: Agreed. Some hon. members: No. [English] GOVERNMENT ORDERS MUNICIPAL GRANTS ACT The House resumed from November 5 consideration of the motion that Bill C-10, an act to amend the Municipal Grants Act. be read the second time and referred to a committee. tmr. Inky Mark (Dauphin —Swan River, Ref.): Mr. Speaker, I pleased to resume debate and to complete my remaining time of about 17 minutes. The Municipal Grants Act is only necessary because the federal government feels that it needs special treatment in the payment of its taxes to the municipalities. Previous to adjournment for the Remembrance Day break I had indicated to the House that municipal governments were the backbone of the Canadian economy and that their source of revenue was derived from taxation at the local level. Current high cost items such as the construction of water treatment plants and the upgrading and rebuilding of sewage infrastructure have created a lot of pressure on the revenue side for municipalities. • t 1510 ) There are over 4,000 municipal governments in Canada, from the largest city to the most remote rural and northern community. Municipal governments in Canada have a pervasive influence on the economy, culture and quality of life. Municipal governments are major players in the Canadian economy, influencing technolo- gy and innovation diffusion and productivity. Statistics Canada defines productivity as the technical efficiency of production. Municipal governments through investment in public services like transportation have a vital impact on productiv- ity. In other words it costs money to provide services, and federal governments that have infrastructure in municipal jurisdictions certainly should be expected to pay for those services. In 1996 municipal governments spent $39.2 billion providing community services and employed over 400.000 Canadians. Mu- nicipal government expenditures constitute about 5% of Canada's gross domestic product. In addition to the sizeable share of public sector spending on goods and services, municipal government capital spending totals about $9 billion a year. equal to a third of all public advancement and about 6.5% of all capital investment in Canada. Municipal government asset portfolios include roads, water supply and distribution systems, sewage treatment facilities, street lighting, some public housing, recreation facilities, parks, commu- nity centres, and a wide variety of vehicles, buildings, machinery and equipment. Members can see that the needs and the services provided by the municipal governments are much like those of the federal government. The question is how the municipalities pay for them. As I indicated earlier, it is by collecting taxes. specifically collecting property taxes. Federal buildings require as I indicated the same services as other property owners so, in essence, why should federal buildings not pay the full rate? Canadian municipalities do not have the luxury of either receiving the majority of their funds from the federal government or the option of collecting income tax. 1 will read a short excerpt from a background paper prepared by the Parliament of Canada on local municipal government jurisdic- tions in Europe just to illustrate that there are other ways of dealing with the tax collection side. In general there are at least two striking differences between the administration of local and regional municipalities in Europe and in Canada. First. almost all European states and local levels of government are formally recognized often constitutionally, and that is not the case in this country. Second, the bulk of the financing for local governments is provided by the national level of government in most states primarily through grants and other transfers. By contrast the concept of property tax, the mainstay of Canadian municipal finances, is less significant and less well accepted. These two phenomena are common in both federal and unitary states in Europe although there are naturally a number of significant differences among them. With respect to financing, the Getman case is particularly revealing. As political scientists Don Stevenson and Richard Gilbert have outlined in some detail, municipalities in the countr" of Germany receive a negotiated share of national taxes. This income represents more than 50% of the total revenues of most municipalities. COMMONS DEBATES 1337 November l6, 1999 _._. Certain major cities such as Frankfurt receive a lesser share, but only because of their ability to raise significant sums through their own means. However, as the case of Frankfurt demonstrates, this independent revenue capacity is due to its legal ability to levy business taxes. especially on banks. Property taxes on the other hand constitute only 5% of Frankfurt's revenue, unlike in this country where property taxes make up the majority of the funds raised. •t15t5) The constitution of Germany, a federal state, is equally instruc- tive. It specifically recognizes municipalities and their responsibi- lities for local affairs. In addition, it anticipates their input in decision making at the national level, which is missing in this country. largely through negotiation. Local governments are minia- ture legislatures with council members elected on the basis of party lists and forming government and opposition parties or coalitions of parties in each local council. A similar situation exists in The Netherlands, a unitary state with 12 administrative regions or provinces, but it is a more radical case. Not only are municipalities recognized in the constitution, unlike Canada, but there is a ministry of urban affairs. Its 1986 municipal act actually gave municipalities more independence, lessened the supervision of provincial authorities, and deregulated the processes of municipal councils which operate along partisan lines as well. With more than halt' of the entire population located in the adjoining urban areas of Rotterdam. Amsterdam and The Hague. it is perhaps not surprising that some 90% of municipal revenues come from the central government. roughly two-thirds of which are in the form of conditional grants. Like Frankfurt. Rotterdam is an exception to this rule as it raises nearly half of its revenues through business taxes. Once again. property taxes are insignificant, as in Canada, accounting for only 2.5% of the city's total revenues. We can certainly take a lesson from some of these European countries. Govempent Orders massive centralization of government programs and a seemingly infinite number of government layers. It is currently in the midst of a considerable decentralization exercise. The outcome is still far from certain with various factions urging the elimination of layers known as departments and prefectures. One apparently inevitable result of the reform exercise will be the continued existence of the local or commune level to which citizens are fiercely attached and which is viewed as the essential building block of French democracy. At the end of the day its decentralization may well come to resemble the situation already prevalent in most other European states. Certainly the direction of its reform is the same as it is elsewhere, if not the pace. Sweden is perhaps the most extreme example of municipal importance and autonomy in Europe. This is all the more signifi- cant as it too is a unitary state. Swedish local governments. in addition to the standard Canadian responsibilities of the municipal level, are in charge of education, regional planning and the administration of most health and social services. They receive only one -quarter of their funding from central government grants but unlike most other European examples, they are able to levy their own income tax. That is really different from this country. Roughly half of their total revenues come from this income tax with almost all of the remainder of their funding being provided by fees and charges, not by property tax as we see it in this country. We can see that this country lags far behind in the reform of European governments. We can see how we differ in terms of taxation. That is why our position is basically that this federal government should not ask for special treatment when it comes to paying its fair share of taxes. At the other end of the spectrum are two unusual European cases, those of France and Great Britain. The former is long known for its Another issue that has been illustrated is that European jurisdic- tions tend to recognize municipalities as legitimate entities, some- thing that is totally missing in this country. There have been many occasions where the federal government has been asked by the municipalities for this recognition. The usual answer is that they are the creation of the provinces but 1 believe it goes further than that. I remember clearly in 1996 at a Federation of Canadian Munici- palities convention in Calgary. the Prime Minister acknowledged the importance of municipal governments as the first level of government. that which is closest to the people. yet at the same time our own Prime Minister will not recognize the municipalities in a legitimate fashion in this very House. 00520) Since that time I have stood in the House on several occasions to ask the Prime Minister to acknowledge the legitimacy of the first level of government in Canada. Unfortunately we are soil waiting. That has not happened. Prior to the November recess I indicated that it was unfortunate the government had not informed Canadian municipalities about the tabling of Bill C-10 for debate at second reading. My under- standing is that it has taken many years of negotiation with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the federal government to make these amendments. 1 am informed that the FCM was very disappointed not to have been informed that the bill had been tabled for debate at second reading. Our position is that all laws pertaining to both the individual and private sector should apply equally to the Government of Canada. its personnel, its agencies and parliament. We believe in the: principle of equality and fair treatment. 1338 COMMONS DEBATES November 16, 1999 Govenupient Orders Bill C-10 is not supportable. It gives the Liberal government too much discretionary power. The remuneration of the dispute adviso- ry panel is non -binding. It merely maintains the status quo and entrenches into legislation common practices that were put into place 16 years ago. When we see what is happening in other countries. we need major changes in Canada. We need to repeal the Municipal Grants Act. It is really unnecessary. Repealing the Municipal Grants Act will certainly force the federal government to pay all of its taxes responsibly like all Canadian citizens. We need to recognize the legitimacy of the municipalities and invite them to the table oh issues that affect them. It is time we took a new approach to governance for the people of our country. As we head toward the new millennium we need to find new ways for all three levels of government to work together in a co-operative manner. Co-operative federalism means having all three levels of government at the table at the same time and treating each other with respect. Mr. Peter MacKay: Madam Speaker. 1 rise on a point of order to ask the Chair to seek unanimous consent that we return to the supply day motion that was originally before the House. There was an attempt made by the government House leader to do so at the close of question period. I would ask that the Chair consider putting that motion again. The Acting Speaker (Ms. Thibeault): Does the hon. member have the permission of the House to put the motion? Some hon. members: Agreed. Some hon. members: No. The Acting Speaker (Ms. Thibeault): There is no agreement. Mr. Rick Casson (Lethbridge, Ref.): Madam Speaker, I lis- tened to my colleague's comments knowing that his background in municipal government is similar to mine. I was involved in municipal government for 18 years on council in the town 1 live in of Picture Butte. The recognition of municipal government and the importance it has in the running of the country has not been recognized fully by the federal government. It is certainly not recognized fully in this legislation. The payment in lieu of tax system that was put in place leaves a lot of authority and discretion to the minister. That sometimes places municipalities in a very untenable position when it comes to budgeting and working out taxes for their own people. 0IIS25 ) What more importance does he see municipal governments being given by the federal government? Municipal governments are a creation of the provinces, but in order to bring them into the equation and the discussion, the federal government has to recog- nize the importance of municipal governments at some time. I would like my colleague to comment further on that aspect of his delivery. f. Inky Mark: Madam Speaker, as we head into the new llei�rnnium. as a country we need to find ways to work together rather than to work apart. We have seen over the last decade, if not longer, that there tends to be a greater division between all three levels of government. Unfortunately. the municipal level of gov- ernment tends to be neglected even more today than it was before. 1 would like to redefine what the federal government has always called co-operative federalism. We need to exercise and put into practice the real definition of what co-operative federalism means. It means co-operation. There cannot be co-operative federalism unless all the stakeholders are at the table. There cannot be co-operative federalism it' it is a top down approach, that the guy with all the money makes all the decisions. That seems to be the problem we encounter almost daily. There has to be a new vision and a new way of doing business. We cannot do business unless everyone is involved. Mr. Jack Ramsay (Crowfoot, Ref.): Madam Speaker, for the past six years 1 have made it a practice to visit as many of the municipal councils within my riding as possible. After six years I have discovered that the most fiscally responsible and accountable politicians elected in this country are at that level. Most of those municipalities run their governments in the black and if they do have debts they are very manageable debts. They have assets to deal with the debts. In some parts of the country such as Toronto. Montreal and Vancouver we have what amounts to city states. They have vast responsibilities with huge populations. In addition. the resources that the provincial and federal govern- ments obtain come from these municipalities. They tax the wealth that is created in these municipalities. They take huge sums. billions of dollars, out of the municipalities and then design programs to which those living within the municipalities have to adhere in order to get some of that money back. When 1 visit the municipal councils, 1 always leave them with the question, would they support a constitutional amendment that would recognize municipal governments? 1 ask my hon. colleague that question. t r. Inky Mark: Madam Speaker, there is no doubt that those: owork hard for the people closest to them and who are November 16. 1999 COMMONS DEBATES 1339 responsible and accountable and then are not recognized beyond the level that they work, whether it is provincial or federal government, they certainly would welcome being legitimate. Up to this time they are in a way an illegitimate entity or body. They really do not have legitimacy outside of the provincial boundaries as established by the provincial legislation. It is ironic that the governments that are the closest and the most accountable are the ones which are the furthest removed from the public purse. As many of us know from our experience here and also from past municipal experience, the irony is that the legisla- tion in this House sometimes creates a lot of hardship for the municipal organizations, certainly when it comes to the environ- ment. •tt530) They just do not have the resources to put in place all the recommendations that need to be put in place. At the same time they are shipping all the dollars to both federal and provincial governments. They need funds to look after their own budget. Basically they go to the two upper levels of government begging for dollars. Unfortunately they are not at the table and they really need to be at the table. It would make a huge difference in the governance of the country just to have municipal governments at the negotiation table, or even a simpler beginning would be to keep them informed of everything that happens in the House. 1 have found travelling throughout the country that a lot of the information we have here they just do not have. As 1 indicated in my speech. the Federation of Canadian Municipalities was sur- prised to find that the bill was being debated on the floor here. They were not aware that was happening. Mr. Jack Ramsay (Crowfoot, Ref.): Madam Speaker, seeing as how my colleague is a former mayor of a municipal government. I would like: to ask him a question. Are there programs that are presently administered by the provinces as well as by the federal government which could best and most effectively be administered by the government closest to the people. the municipal govern- ments'.' Are there programs being administered far from the people by either the provincial governments or the federal government that could be better and more cost effectively administered by the government closest to the people, the municipal government? VMr. Inky Mark: Madam Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for Crowfoot for his question. If we reverse the whole system from a bottom up one rather than top down one, there is no doubt that we would have better government and more accountable government. The biggest problem I have found as a fairly recent member of parliament is that Ottawa is too far removed from municipalities. Govenunent Orders from small town Canada. unless they are around this region. Other than through the newspaper and television most Canadians do not really understand what is happening here. The problem is that we have had top down government for too long. We need to reverse that trend. I point my finger at the provincial governments as well. Even though they sing a good song at times, they play the same game as the federal system. I have witnessed that as a former mayor at the municipal level. When it comes to doing the right thing, walking the talk, it is a different matter. They sing the song "Yes, guys are doing a good job and we need to support you", but when it comes to real bucks and real support it is a different matter. They put in place regulations and rules that download. We have all heard the expression downloading to municipal governments. That happens federally and provincially. We need to reverse the trend. I reiterate that the municipalities need to be at the table to deal with matters that affect them and their purses directly. Mr. Grant McNally (Dewdney—Alouette, Ref.): Madam Speaker, it is a pleasure to enter the debate on Bill C-10. This was an unexpected event for us this afternoon. We were earlier debating a Conservative Party supply day motion. Unfortunately that col- lapsed due to the fact that there were not enough members of that party in the House, so we are moving on with government Bill C-10. Mr. Lynn Myers: You guys would not agree to having it extended. Mr. Grant McNally: The government says they would not agree to having it extended. I do not know why they would not. • (1535 1 Bill C-10 is an act to amend the Municipal Grants Act. Its purpose is to provide for the fair and equitable administration of payments in lieu of taxes. It addresses the issues of compensation for untimely payments, defaults on tax obligations by certain tenants of the crown and by others iA the legal system. It estab- lishes an advisory panel to advise the minister on disputes concern- ing payment amounts. It also amends the title of the act to the payments in lieu of taxes act. My colleague from Dauphin —Swan River was a municipal politician and mayor for a number of years as were other members of the House who got their political start at the civic level. There is at that level a degree of accountability that perhaps others emulate to a certain degree. Those who seem to be closest to the people at the municipal level also seem to be the ones who are the most accountable in terms of fiscal responsibility and in terms of delivering services to their constituents and people in surrounding areas. There are those at the 11/Z3/99 23:4Z:35 EST; ASSOCIATION OF?-> NOV-23-99 TUE 05:49 PM AMO Member Cornmunicatio.n Alert CLERK-Tillsonburg T Page OOZ FAX NO, 416 971 6191 P. 01/01 Association of Municipalities 'r of Ontario 393 Univer4EtyAvenue. Suits 1701 Thmnto, ON MIG 1E8 Tot (410) 971-9= - fax: (418) 971-6191 Omit om08amo.munimm.cam Please ensure that copies of this are distributed to all Members of Council Por Immediate Action November 23, 1999 - Alert - 991027 Property Tax Payers Hit Again Issue: Since, Wednesday, November 17, 1999, municipalities will have received an array of information regarding the four Provincial announcements, "Canada and Ontario Sign Social Housing Agreement," "$300 Million Savings for Ontario's Taxpayers," "Ontario Meets Homeless Commitments," and "Ontario Announces Expansion of Workfare Program," Pacts: Municipal governments have been hit with several provincial announcements over the last week, while some are helpful others represent further downloading. For example, the implementation of the $50 million rent supplement for low income and special needs housing tenants will help with the overwhelming affordable housing crisis. On the other hand, the Province is: • keeping $28 million of a $58 million risk allowance from the federal government while setting up a $30 million capital reserve fund for the devolved federal housing stock • preventing the collection of child care fees from parents costing municipalities up to $25 million • financially penalizing municipalities for not meeting the doubled community placement targets for Ontario Works In response to the announcements, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario is questioning the Province's commitment to a "successful municipal -provincial partnership." "On numerous occasions, the Province has indicated that a successful provincial -municipal partnership is the premise for the effective and efficient delivery of services," said AMO President Michael Power. "These recent Provincial announcements put the partnership and the programs at risk". "The Province continues to move forward and implement policies without meaningful partner input and without acknowledging the municipal capacity or the program effectiveness of some reforms". Michael Power said, "The Province intends to double Ontario Works community placement targets without any discussion on the cost or effectiveness of community placements as opposed to additional childcare and employment training emphasis". "The announcements imply that the municipal property tax base is able to bear this additional financial downloading and this clearly is not the case," stated Power. "I call on the Province to discuss the capacity of municipalities to handle this and any other surprises that the province may be contemplating." ibis information 1s available through AMO's MUNICOM network at www.municom.corn. For more information, please contact: Pat Vanini, Director of Policy and Government Relations at (416) 971-9856 ext. 316 or Dino Zuppa, Polley Advisor, at ext 342 Transmission problems: 416-971-9856 BacKgrounder � ontano Document d'informa$ion December 6, 1999 Reform in Counties, Separated Municipaiitiee and Northern Municipalities Reform since 1996 Municipal Act amendments in January of 1996 made it easier for all Ontario municipalities other than regional governments to streamline their operations by restructuring. When developing reform proposals, municipalities were required to follow a number Of principles, including less government, an effective representation system, best value for the taxpayer's dollar, the ability to provide municipal services from municipal resources (the reformed municipality should be self-sufficient), and a supportive environment for job creation, investment and economic growth. The Savings and Restructuring Act 1996, which amended the Municipal Act, provided two routes to reform. — A local process, in which municipalities work together to arrive at a proposal.h The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing is required to implement thou o a restructuring order — any proposal that achieves a level of local support satut in the legislation_ To achieve the prescribed level of support, a proposal has to be approved by the county council, and by a majority of the affected municipalities, representing a majority of the affected electors. — A commission process, in which a commission is appointed to develop a proposal for reform. The Minister can appoint a commission if asked by a municipality, or by a petition from 75 or more residents of an unincorporate develops area. The commission consults with local municipalities and residents, a proposal, and implements it through an order. (The legislation allowed for the appointment of commissions only until the end of 1999.) Since these rules have been in effect, 125 restructuring orders have been issued. As of January 1, 1999, the number of municipalities in Ontario had dropped to 5 86 from 815, and the number of municipal councillors had been reduced by I IG59- January Other restructuring initiatives ordered to date which will come into effect the number ry 1, 2001 will further reduce the number of municipalities by 53, to save more than municipal councillors by 238. Property taxpayers are expected $220 million a year as a result of reform activity that has already taken place_ 12 11102 Proposed changes • The proposed legislation and regulations would: — Allow for the appointment of commissions for a further three years, until December 31, 2002. — Allow the Minister to appoint a commission, not just after receiving a request from a municipality, but after receiving a petition from at least 75 electors or 10 per cent of the electors in a municipality, whichever is less_ (The earlier provision for petitions from residents applied only to areas where there is no municipal government. Those provisions continue to apply as well.) — Require the Minister to implement locally -developed proposals if they achieve a prescribed level of local support, and if they comply with provincially -established principles and standards which will be set out in regulation. The Minister would be able to send back for further consideration any proposal that does not comply. (Currently the Minister must implement proposals that have the prescribed level of support, but there is no requirement that they comply with provincial principles or standards.) — Allow a single elector in unorganized territory to call a meeting for the purposes of voting on a restructuring proposal, following the established rules dealing with notification and decision -making. (Currently at least 10 electors must vote on the proposal. Some areas are so sparsely populated that the required level of support could never be achieved_) -30- For further information, please Contact: Karen Vaux Paul Janes Minister's Office Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 58"932 (416) 558-7270 Baclkgrounder. O QntariO Document d'informateora December 6. 1999 Additional provisions of the proposed legislation Toronto wards The City of Toronto Act (No. 1). 1997, which created the new City of Toronto, would be amended to reduce the size of Toronto council to 44 plus the mayor. The city would have 44 wards based on federal and provincial electoral boundaries. The government will seek the city's direct advice to determine exactly how the 22 federal and provincial ridings would be divided through regulation. Municipal referenda • The Municipal Elections Act currently allows municipalities to put a question on the ballot. The provisions in this Bill would allow for terms and conditions to be set out by regulation. Direct election of Halton regional chair The Regional Municipality of Halton Act would be amended to permit the direct election of the regional their in the 2000 municipal elections. This change is in response to a request from the regional council. The regional chair is currently chosen by members of regional council. French language school boards • In response to concerns raised by the French language community, the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, would be amended to require the use of French in ballots and other election materials related to the election of French language school boards. Public Utilities Act Section 62 of the Public Utilities Act would be repealed, retroactively, to remove the municipal authority to expropriate gas companies. The Energy Competition Act allows municipalities to create their own gas companies. Repealing section 62 of the Public Utilities Act would prevent a municipality from expropriating an existing gas company's infrastructure and turning it into a municipally -owned gas distribution company. Waterloo re Tonal transits stem • Amendments to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo Act would make it easier for the region to set up a transit link between area municipalities or extend the service area to municipalities not currently serviced. it would allow the region to establish a regional transit area, so the region would not have to obtain a license from the Ontario Highway Transport Board every time it wanted to set up a transit link between area municipalities or extend service to municipalities not already served by public transit. -30- For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Paul Jones Minister's Office Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 (416) 585-7270 Existe aussi en frangais. Backgrounder & Ontario Document dOinformation December 6, 1999 Regional reform: Next steps (Subject to approval of the Legislature) Transition boards • Subject to the approval of the Legislature, the province will appoint a transition board for the Towns of Haldimand and Norfolk, and transition boards for the City of Hamilton, the City of Ottawa and the City of Greater Sudbury immediately following proclamation of the local government reform legislation. The transition boards will have the power to: — approve year 2000 budgets of existing municipalities, and any in -year changes; — amalgamate municipal electrical utilities and convert them to business corporations or sell them (Municipalities are required under the Energy Competition Act to do this by November 7, 2000.): — make decisions on municipal election administration matters, including the appointment of the Returning Officer; — determine the organizational structure, and hire key staff, including the new Chief Administrative Officer; and — make recommendations for the incoming council on matters such as the 2001 budget, council committees and how services should best be delivered. Labour relations during the transition year Anyone who is an employee of one of the existing municipalities or a local board on the day the former municipalities are dissolved will automatically be an employee of the new municipality or a local board when it is established. The proposed legislation would: — give the transition board the status of employer in the transition period for the purpose of the normal process of determining bargaining units and agents. This will accelerate the process and allow for the new municipality and its bargaining agent(s) to begin negotiating a new collective agreement as soon as possible after the new municipality is established; — extend existing collective agreements until the first collective agreement with the new municipality is negotiated to ensure stability in the labour environment during the transition year; — allow the transition board to review compensation packages to senior municipal management staff. For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 Existe aussi en frangais. Paui Jones Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 Bacbcgrounder (t Ontario Document d'information December 6. 1999 Ensuring Financial Protection forTaxpayers The Special Advisors' recommendations with respect to area rating of services. liabilities and assets varied between regions. Incorporating standard provisions for area rating would enable the province to continue to protect taxpayers fairly and equitably across these regions. Area Rating of Services Subject to approval of the legislature, the legislation would set up a system to allow different tax rates for different parts of the municipality to take into account transit and other urban services including sewer and water. For example, the cost of public transit in the new City of Ottawa could be paid for through the fare box and through special area rates which apply to those areas which are serviced by transit. Area Rating of Liabilities and Assets The new municipalities would also be able to set different tax rates, for a limited amount of time, to take into account the different financial circumstances, including the liabilities and assets, of the old municipalities. For example, where debt per dollar of weighted assessment is higher in some former municipalities than in others, this differential amount, including interest, could be spread over a period of up to eight years and the cost covered through a special area rate. For area rating of both services, liabilities and assets, the Minister would have the authority to require that it be done and to ensure that it is done fairly. Municipal Tax Phase In In the 1999 Ontario Budget, Minister Eves referred to extending the measures to protect businesses that were put in place through the Fairness for Property Taxpayers Act, 1998. For commercial, industrial and multi -residential classes, tax changes resulting from restructuring will be treated in a manner similar to tax changes for reassessment. -30- For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-5932 Existe aussi en frangais. Paul Jones Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 Backgrounder & Ontario Document d'information December 6. 1999 The City of Greater Sudbury Proposed structure:, • The existing Regional Municipality of Sudbury and seven local municipalities would be dissolved, and the new City of Greater Sudbury would be established on January 1, 2001. • The number of local politicians would be reduced from 48 to 13, and savings for taxpayers are estimated at $8.5 million a year. • The new city would take in the geographic townships of Cleland, Dill and Dryden to the southeast and the geographic townships of Fraleck, Parkin, Aylmer, Mackelcan, Rathbun and Scadding to the north. These areas, with a population of about 1,200, are currently not part of any municipality. • The new city would have a 13-member council, composed of a mayor elected at large and 12 councillors elected in six wards, two councillors per ward. Other provisions of the proposed legislation: The province would appoint a transition board to oversee operations during the 2000 transition year. The new city would be able to set different tax rates for different parts of the municipality to take into account urban services including sewer and water. it would also be able to set different tax rates, for a limited amount of time, to take into account the different financial circumstances, including the liabilities and assets, of the old municipalities. The minister would have the authority to ensure that this is done fairly. Local roads boards in the geographic townships joining the new city would be dissolved and services would be delivered by the city. For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 Existe aussi en franrais. -30- Paul Jones Local Govemment Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 Bacbcgrounder & Ontario Document d'information December 6, 1999 The City of Ottawa Pro osed structure: The existing Regional Municipality of Ottawa -Carleton and 11 local municipalities would be dissolved, and the new City of Ottawa would be established on January 1, 2001. • The number of local politicians would be reduced from 84 to 21, and savings for taxpayers are estimated at $75 million a year_ • The new city would have a 21-member council, composed of a mayor elected at large and 20 councillors elected in wards. (Special Advisor Glen Shortliffe recommended 18 councillors with two rural councillors having two votes each. The government is instead providing for four rural councillors.) Other provisions of the proposed le islation: • The province would appoint a transition board to oversee operations during the 2000 transition year. • The new city would be able to set different tax rates for different parts of the municipality to take into account transit and other urban services including sewer and water. It would also be able to set different tax rates, for a limited amount of time, to take into account the different financial circumstances. including liabilities and assets, of the old municipalities. The minister would have the authority to ensure that this is done fairly. • The Ottawa -Carleton Regional Transit Commission (OC Transpo) would be dissolved, and the council of the new city would be made directly responsible for operating the transit system. West Carleton: • If the Bill is passed, the minister will have the ability to initiate a process —including local negotiations and possibly a question on the municipal ballot — for determining whether the former geographic townships of Torbolton and Fitzroy in the northwestern part of West Carleton will remain part of the new City of Ottawa. For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 Existe aussi en franrais. IP*A Paul Jones Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 Bacbcgrounder & Ontario Document d'information December 6, 1999 The Towns of Norfolk and Haldimand Proposed structure: The existing Regional Municipality of Haldimand-Norfolk and six focal municipalities would be dissolved, and two one -tier municipalities — the Town of Norfolk and the Town of Haldimand — would be established on January 1, 2001. • Boundaries would, for the most part, follow the boundary dividing the former Norfolk and Haldimand counties. The number of local politicians would be reduced from 63 to 16, and savings for taxpayers are estimated at $2.5 million a year. The new Town of Norfolk would have a nine -member council, composed of a mayor elected at large and eight councillors elected in seven wards, with one ward having two councillors. • The new Town of Haldimand would have a seven -member council, composed of a mayor elected at large and six councillors elected in wards. Other provisions of the proposed legislation: • The province would appoint a transition board to oversee operations during the 2000 transition year. • The new towns would be able to set different tax rates for different parts of the municipality to take into account urban services including sewer and water. They would also be able to set different tax rates, for a limited amount of time, to take into account the different financial circumstances. including the liabilities and assets, of the old municipalities. The minister would have the authority to ensure that this is done fairly. • The new towns would form a joint police services board, with the cost to be shared. • The new towns would have joint ownership of the Tom Howe Landfill site located in Haldimand. For further information, please contact* Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 Existe aussi en frangais. -30- Paul Jones Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 Bacl►cgrounder & Ontario Document d5informat9on December 6. 1999 The City of Hamilton Proposed structure: • the existing Regional Municipality of Hamilton -Wentworth and six local municipalities would be dissolved, and the new City of Hamilton would be established on January 1, 2001. • The number of local politicians would be reduced from 59 to 14, and savings to taxpayers are estimated at least $35 million a year, including administrative savings already achieved. • The new city would have a 14-member council composed of a mayor elected at large and 13 councillors elected in wards. • Three existing library boards would be dissolved and replaced by one board serving the entire city. Other Provisions of the proposed legislation: The province would appoint a transition board to oversee operations during the 2000 transition year. The new city would be able to set different tax rates for different parts of the municipality to take into account transit and other urban services including sewer and water. It would also be able to set different tax rates, for a limited amount of time, to take into account the different financial circumstances, including the liabilities and assets, of the old municipalities. The minister would have the authority to ensure that this is done fairly. Flamborough: If the Bill is passed, the minister will have the ability to initiate a process for further community discussions regarding the future of Flamborough. For further information, please contact: Karen Vaux Minister's Office Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-6932 Existe aussi en frangais, -30- Paul Jones Local Government Policy Branch Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (416) 585-7270 -W0 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG COUNCIL AGENDA MONDAY — December 13`', 1999 — 8:00 P.M. PLEASE NOTE: Tillsonburg News will be taking a photo of Council for the special Millennium Edition at 8 00. ORDER OF BUSINESS: A. Closed Session B. Adoption of Minutes — November 22nd, 1999 C. Adoption of Agenda D. Presentation 1. Presentation of 25 Year Watch to William AI McGilligan E. Declarations — Municipal Conflict of Interest Act F. Appointments/Delegations 1. Oxford County Warden RE: Downsizing of Council G. Committee of Adjustment 1. A-20/99 — Kelbro Entreprises i) Comments from County Planner 2. A-21/99 — Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner f i) Comments from County Planner s 3. A-17/99 — Harry & Maria VanRyswyck (supplementary report) • i) Comments from County Planner H. Public Hearings 1. Application for Zone Change — Stephen & Carol Culig (Applicants have requested deferral) I. Reports 1. Application for Condominium Conversion — Edward and Nancy Buchanan 2. Director of Corporate Services RE: Amendment to Rating By -Law 2914 3. Director of Corporate Services RE: Amending By -Law to By -Law 2844 4. Director of Corporate Services RE: Reduction of Tax for the Royal Canadian Legion 5. Director of Corporate Services RE: Insurance Renewal 6. Director of Operations RE: Alternate Truck Route Study 7� %`_ .,,Director of Operations RE: 1999 New Years Eve .Rotary Club Event — Road Closure a 8. Director of Operations RE: Temporary Signs — The Links Subdivision r C� 9. Director of Operations RE: TCR Solid Waste Disposal Agreement Renewal J. Communications 1. Burger King RE: Signage 2. County of Oxford RE: Lifting of Part Lot Control—1115572 Ontario Inc. I ; 3. Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce RE: Economic Development Working Group 4. Comments RE: Development Charge Proposal: 2 i) Southridge Building Company ii) County Contracting of Wheatley Inc. 5. Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways RE: Impact of Trucking Policies on Municipal Roads and Safety 6. Township of St.Joseph RE: Support of Resolution — Home Care Services Funding 7. Tillsonburg B.I.A. RE: Appointment of Members K. Information 1. Harvest Time RE: Annual "Christmas Blessing Dinner" — December 15t', 1999 2. Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce RE: Annual Celebration of Excellence Awards C j 3. Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario RE: Province Wide Charitable Raffle CY f 4. Long Point Region Conservation Authority -Minutes — November 3'd, 1999 5. House of Commons RE: Feedback on Bill C-10 — Municipal Grants Act 6. Association of Municipalities of Ontario RE: Property Tax Payers Hit Again 7. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing `Backgrounder' RE: Reform in Counties, Separated Municipalities and Northern Municipalities L. Resolutions M. By -Laws 1. By -Law 2918 - 2. By -Law 2920 - 3. By -Law 2921 - Emergency Plan (P reading) To Transfer Tillsonburg PUC to Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. To Amend By -Law 2914 —1999 Tax Rate By -Law 3 / 4. By -Law 2922 - To Authorize Construction of Certain Public Works (North Broadway) I ; ' 5. By -Law 2923 - To Authorize the Sale of Lands (David Prince) 6. By -Law 2924 - To Amend By -Law 2718, for Prohibiting or Regulating Signs and Posting Notices 7. By -Law 2925 - To Amend Zoning By -Law 1994, as amended (Till -Del Ltd) N. Notice of Motion 4 Michael Barrett To: Lana Verstraeten/Tibonburg@Tiilsonburg 12/10/1999 02:04 PM cc: Subject Plaming Reports for Dec 13 Court Lana, Here is a list of reports being forwarded for Dec 13 Council meeting: Public Hearings 1. Minor Variance A 20/99 Kelbro Entreprises 2. Minor Variance A-21/99 Wilfred & Marjorie Boughner 3. Minor Variance (supplementary report) A 17/99 Harry & Maria Van Ryswyck 4. Zone Change ZON 7-273 Stephen & Carol Culig (Applicants have requested that public hearing be deferred so no report will be forwarded to you from our office.) Other Report 1. Condominium Conversion 32CDM-99003 Edward & Nancy Buchanan By-laws: 1. Tilt -Del Ltd. Zone By-law ZON 2-272 All reports will be faxed to you shortly. Call me if you have Ts. Mike