990111 Regular Council Meeting Agenda (2)THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG
COUNCIL AGENDA
MONDAY - January I Ph, 1999-- 9:00 A.M.
ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Page
4 - 12 A. Adoption of Minutes - December 14`h and 21 st, 1998
B. Adoption of Agenda
C. Declarations - Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
D. Appointments/Delegations
E. Public Hearinos
1. Zone Change Application - Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital
(Report #99-7 enclosed)
F. Committee of Adiustment
13 - 15 1. A-16/98 - Carl Braun
i) Report from County Planner (enclosed)
16 ii) Comments from Chief Building Official
G. Reports
17 - 19 1. Public Services Committee Minutes of January 6`h, 1999
20 - 23 2. Otter Valley Utility Corridor & Recreation Trail Committee Minutes of
November 12`", 1998
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Pages H. Communications
24 - 27 1. Federation of Canadian Municipalities RE: Call for Resolutions of
National Municipal Interest
28 2. City of Nepean RE: Request for Support of Resolution regarding Funding
for Schools
29 - 36 3. Ontario Olympics Commissioner RE: Request for Resolution regarding
Bill 77 - To Endorse the Proposed Bid of the City of Toronto to Host
XXIX Summer Olympic Games
I. Information
37 - 40 1. Tillsonburg Police Services Board Minutes of November 16`h, 1998
41 - 44 2. Long Point Region Conservation Authority Minutes of December 2nd,
1998
45 3. Long Point Region Conservation Authority - Notice of Meeting - January
26", 1999 - 7:00 P.M. - Springford Community Hall
46 - 51 4. Leader of the Opposition - House of Commons RE: United Alternative
Convention in Ottawa - February 190'-21 s`, 1999
52 5. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing RE: Land Ambulance
Services
53 - 56 6. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing RE: Regulation under the
Municipal Act regarding Municipal Powers Concerning Alcoholic
Beverage Containers
57 - 58 7. Ministry of Finance RE: Bill 79 - Fairness for Property Taxpayers Act
59 8. Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital RE: Request for Comments
9. Association of Municipalities of Ontario RE:
60 i) Bill 99 - Balanced Budget and Taxpayer Protection Act, 1998
61 ii) Compensation and Job Protection Ensured for Municipal
Volunteer Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Brigades with
the Passage of Bill 92
62 10. Ministry of Labour RE: Bill Protecting Volunteer Firefighters and
Ambulance Workers Now Law
Pages
63
11. Office of the Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier RE: Ontario
Volunteer Service Awards and Outstanding Achievement Awards for
Voluntarism
J. Resolutions
K. By -Laws
1. By -Law 2878 - CUPE Collective Agreement 1999-2001
2. By -Law 2879 - To Amend Debenture Issue By -Laws 2710, 2756 and 2824
3. By -Law 2880 - To Authorize the Sale of Lands (Pusztahegyi)
4. By -Law 2881 - To Amend Zoning By -Law 1994, as amended (TDMH)
5. By -Law 2882 - To Amend Zoning By -Law 2845 (Construction and
Financing of London Street Area Road Works)
6. By -Law 2883 - To Amend Traffic By -Law 2103, as amended (to be
distributed)
L. Notice of Motion
DECEMBER 14`h. 1998
MINUTES of the meeting of the Municipal Council of the Town of Tillsonburg held
Monday, December 14d', 1998 at 9:00 A.M. in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices,
Tillsonburg, Ontario
PRESENT: Mayor C. McKnight, Deputy Mayor I. Horton (8:20 A.M.), Councillors:
D. Beres, B. Carroll, S. Lamb, G. Leachman, S. Molnar, C. Rosehart and
R. Smith
ORDER OF BUSINESS:
A. Adoption of Minutes
No. 1 Moved by Councillor Horton
Seconded by Councillor Rosehart AND RESOLVED THAT the Minutes
of Council under date of November 23`d, 1998 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
"Carried"
B. Adoption of Agenda
No. 2 Moved by Councillor Horton
Seconded by Councillor Rosehart AND RESOLVED THAT the Agenda
as prepared for Council meeting of December 14th, 1998 be adopted.
"Carried"
C. Declarations — Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
Mayor C. McKnight declared a pecuniary interest with respect to vendors
A 125 and S565, as contained in the Accounts Payable for November
1998.
2. Councillor B. Smith declared a pecuniary interest with respect to the
Town's 1999 General Insurance program and the Tillsonburg Fire Fighters
Association contract negotiations with the Town of Tillsonburg.
D. Appointments/Delmations
None
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E. Public Hearings
1. Extension of Draft Approval and Water Allocation
Mike Barrett, Planner, County of Oxford, presented Report #98-202 from
the County of Oxford.
No. 3 Moved by Councillor Carroll
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the
Council of the Town of Tillsonburg extend the Water Allocations
from December 31 ", 1998 to December 31 s`, 1999 for the
following development proposals:
(i) Station View Developments (OP 10-200)
30 apartment units
(ii) County Contracting of Wheatley Inc. (32T-89012)
55 low density residential units
(iii) Armoni Developments Corp. (OP 10-200)
22 low density residential units
AND FURTHER THAT the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg
request Oxford County Council extend the draft approval of
Subdivision Plan 32T-89012, County Contracting of Wheatley
Inc., for 55 low density residential units on the south side of North
Street, east of Tillson Avenue for one year to December 31 s`, 1999.
"Carried"
No. 4 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Carroll AND RESOLVED THAT Town
Council approve the revised Draft Plan for Subdivision 32T-89012
owned by County Contracting of Wheatley to 55 low density
residential lots;
AND FURTHER THAT Block 56 of Draft Plan 32T-89012 be
shown as a storm water management pond.
"Carried"
2. Official Plan Amendment — Town of Tillsonburg
Mike Barrett, Planner, County of Oxford, presented Report #98-201 from
the County of Oxford.
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No. 5 Moved by Councillor Leachman
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the
Council of the Town of Tillsonburg recommend to Oxford County
Council that it approve the application to remove the reference to
an "eating establishment" in the Special "Entrepreneurial District"
policies presently existing on Lots 901, 902, 944, and Part Lot 945,
Plan 500, in the Town of Tillsonburg.
"Carried"
F. Committee of Adjustment
1. A-15/98 — Martin Theissler
Mike Barrett, Planner, County of Oxford, presented to the Committee of
Adjustment, a memorandum dated December i l `", 1998 from the County
of Oxford.
Mr. Martin Theissler and Mr. Darwin Kent were in attendance in support
of the applied for Minor Variance.
There were no other persons interested in the application in front of the
Committee of Adjustment.
No. 6 Moved by Councillor Rosehart
Seconded by Councillor Horton AND RESOLVED THAT
Committee of Adjustment Application A-15/98 for 21 Lindsay
Street, be approved, subject to the following condition:
i) That the application be amended to include a request for
variances from Section 7.2.1.1.71 Rear Yard and Section
5.25.3, Encroachments into Required Yards, to recognize
the location of the addition and covered patio.
"Carried"
G. Reports
1. Corporate Services Committee Minutes of December 9`h, 1998
2. Public Service Committee Minutes of December 3rd and 7`h111998
3. Fire Committee Minutes of December 7`h11 1998
4. Development/Culture Committee Minutes of December 8'h, 1998
H. Communications
1. Petition RE: 17 Potters Road — Complaints of Noise, Mischief, Dog at
Large, and Property Standards
2. Allen Street (North) Residents RE: Development of Property — Tim
Hortons
I. Information
1. Tender Results — Recylcing Handling, Collection and Delivery
2. Education Improvement Commission — Report on the Role of School
Councils
3. Tillsonburg B.I.A. RE: Contribution Towards Expenses — Norfolk Mall
4. Minister of the Environment RE: Low Sulphur Gasoline in Canada
5. Long Point Region Conservation Authority Minutes of November 4t,
1998
6. Ministry of Solicitor General and Correctional Services RE: Allocation of
Police Officers under the Community Policing Partnership
7. Association of Municipalities of Ontario RE: Bill 79 — The Fairness for
Property Taxpayers Act, 1998
8. Association of Municipalities of Ontario RE: The Energy Competition
Act, 1998
9. Ministry of Labour RE: Province to Protect Volunteer Firefighters and
Ambulance Workers
10. Ministry of Finance RE: Proposed Legislation to Extend Deadline for
Landlords with Gross Leases to Notify Tenants of their Intent to Pass
Through Property Taxes and BIA Charges
J. Resolutions
No. 6 Moved by Councillor Rosehart
Seconded by Councillor Horton AND RESOLVED THAT Committee of
Adjustment Application A-15/98 for 21 Lindsay Street, be approved,
subject to the following condition:
i) That the application be amended to include a request for variances
from Section 7.2.1.1.71, Rear Yard and Section 5.25.3,
Encroachments into Required Yards, to recognize the location of
the addition and covered patio.
No. 7 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Carroll AND RESOLVED THAT the Corporate
Services Committee Minutes of December 9`h, 1998 be received and
recommendations contained therein be adopted.
"Carried"
No. 8 Moved by Councillor Beres
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT the Public
Services Committee Minutes of December 3`d and 71h1) 1998 be received
and recommendations contained therein be adopted.
"Carried"
No. 9 Moved by Councillor Rosehart
Seconded by Councillor Horton AND RESOLVED THAT Item F.2, Part
2, of the Minutes of Public Services Committee of December 3`d, 1998 be
divided and voted on separately.
"Carried"
No. 10 Moved by Councillor Beres
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT Item F.2, Part
2, of the Minutes of Public Services Committee of December 3`d, 1998 be
referred back to Public Services Committee for further information.
No. 11 Moved by Councillor Lamb
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT Item CA —
Transit of the Minutes of the Public Services Committee of December 71h,
1998 be divided and voted on separately.
"Carried"
Recorded Vote
Yea Nay
Beres, D. x
Carroll, B. x
Horton, I. x
Lamb, S. x
Leachman, G. x
McKnight, C. x
Molnar, S. x
Rosehart, C. x
Smith, R. x
No. 12 Moved by Councillor Leachman
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT Town Council
authorize the Public Services Committee and the Transit Advisory
Committee to commence the preparation of a five year business plan for
the operation of the transit system for the Town of Tillsonburg, subject to
the Town of Tillsonburg and TDACL coming to terms and per `Letter of
Understanding'.
"Carried"
No. 13 Moved by Councillor Leachman
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the Fire
Committee Minutes of December 7`h, 1998 be received and
recommendations contained therein be adopted.
"Carried"
No. 14 Moved by Councillor Carroll
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT the
Development/Culture Committee Minutes of December 8`h, 1998 be
received and recommendations contained therein be adopted.
"Carried"
No. 15 Moved by Councillor Carroll
Seconded by Councillor Smith AND RESOLVED THAT the Council of
the Town of Tillsonburg received the petition regarding 17 Potters Road,
and refer to the Clerk -Administrator for possible enforcement and other
appropriate authorities.
"Carried"
No. 16 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Carroll AND RESOLVED THAT the Council of
the Town of Tillsonburg receive the correspondence from Allen Street
residents regarding development of a property for Tim Hortons, and refer
it to Development Co-ordinating Committee.
"Carried'
No. 17 Moved by Councillor Carroll
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the Mayor and
Clerk -Administrator be authorized to sign the Memorandum of
Understanding between the Town of Tillsonburg and TCR Environmental
Corporation.
"Carried"
No. 18 Moved by Councillor Beres
Seconded by Councillor Molnar AND RESOLVED THAT the
amendments, as outlined in the Memorandum of Settlement between the
Tillsonburg Public Services Committee and the Canadian Union of Public
Employees and to Local 1669, dated December 14`h, 1998, be ratified.
"Carried"
No. 19 Moved by Councillor Leachman
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the
amendments, as outlined in the Memorandum of Agreement between the
Tillsonburg Fire Committee and the Tillsonburg Firefighters Association,
dated December 10'', 1998, be ratified.
"Carried"
K. By -Laws
1. By -Law 2876 — To Amend Traffic By -Law 2103
L. Notice of Motion
M. Closed Session
No. 20 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Carroll AND RESOLVED THAT Council move
into Executive — Closed Session to consider matters of potential litigation.
"Carried"
No. 21 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Carroll AND RESOLVED THAT Council moved
back into Open Session of Town Council.
Meeting adjourned at 1:40 P.M.
Mayor
Clerk -Administrator
DECEMBER 21st,1998
MINUTES of the meeting of the Municipal Council of the Town of Tillsonburg held
Monday, December 21s`, 1998 at 2:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices,
Tillsonburg, Ontario
PRESFNT: Mayor C. McKnight, Deputy Mayor I. Horton, Councillors: D. Beres, S.
Lamb, G. Leachman (2:25 P.M.), S. Molnar, C. Rosehart and R. Smith
ORDE11 OF BUSINESS:
A. Adoption of Agenda
No. 1 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the Agenda as
prepared for Council Meeting of December 21 ", 1998 be adopted.
"Carried"
B. Reports
1. 1998 Financial Up -Date and Recommendation for Transfer to Reserves
No. 2 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT Council
authorize the transfer to Reserves from the specific Surplus Funds
as per report marked "A" in the amount of $626,343.00 and THAT
deletions from Reserves, marked "B" in the amount of
$1361443.75, as amended, be adopted, with the exception of
$751382.75 for sick leave credits, which is to be left in the sick
leave Reserve.
"Carried"
C. By -Laws
The following By -Law was given three readings and finally enacted:
1. By -Law 2877 - To Authorize the Borrowing of Money to Meet Current
Expenditures
D. Notice of Motion
1. In Support of Annandale School Community Council RE: Delays in
Implementation of Secondary School Reform Policy
No. 3 Moved by Councillor Molnar
Seconded by Councillor Horton AND RESOLVED THAT the
Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg support the letter written
by the Annandale School Community Council, to Mr. David
Johnson, Minister of Education and Training (Province of
Ontario), concerning delays in implementation of Secondary
School Reform Policy.
AND FURTHER, that a letter be forwarded to The Minister
informing him of this.
"Carried"
E. Closed Session
No. 4 Moved by Councillor Horton
Seconded by Councillor Rosehart AND RESOLVED THAT Council
move into Executive — Closed Session to consider matters of potential
litigation.
"Carried"
Council moved back into Open Session of Town Council and passed the
following resolution.
No. 5 Moved by Councillor Smith
Seconded by Councillor Lamb AND RESOLVED THAT the Town of
Tillsonburg request the County of Oxford defer consideration of Deloitte
Touche Water and Waste/Water Report until at least March 15, 1999 to
allow area municipalities and P.U.C.'s to carry out necessary reviews aM
prepare reports for County Council's consideration.
"Carried"
Meeting adjourned at 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Clerk -Administrator
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File: A-16/98
TOWN OF TILLSONBURG
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Take notice that an application has been made to the Tillsonburg Committee of
Adjustment for variance to certain provisions of the Tillsonburg Zoning By -Law 1994, as
amended;
And further that this application is being made under Section 45 of the Planning Act,
R. S.O. 1990, By:
OWNER(S):
Carl Braun
120 Rolph Street
Tillsonburg ON N4G 3Y6
LOCATION:
AGENT:
Barry Card, Solicitor
McCarthy Tetrault
Barristers & Solicitors
2000 - 255 Queens Avenue
London ON N6K 5R8
Lot 794, Plan 500, known municipally as 59 Hale Street West.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this application is to seek the following variance(s) to Tillsonburg zoning
By -Law 1994, as amended:
See Attached:
The Committee of Adjustment may authorize a variance to the Tillsonburg Zoning By -
Law 1994 with respect to land, buildings and structures or the uses thereof provided that
in their opinion it is desirable and appropriate development for that land, building or
structure and that it does not adversely effect the Tillsonburg Zoning By —Law or Oxford
County Official Plan.
Before making its decision, the Committee of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing to
consider submission in favour or in opposition to the applied for minor variance from
interested persons.
Take notice that the Public Hearing will be:
Date: January 11, 1999
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Place: Tillsonburg Council Chambers
Municipal Offices, Town Centre Mall
If you do not attend and 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.
Persons taking part in the hearing and wishing a copy of the decision must file a written
request for notice of decision with the Secretary -Treasurer. Such decision will be mailed
not later than ten days from making of the decision.
Dated at Tillsonburg this 24 day of December, 1998.
Brad Bartlett
Secretary -Treasurer
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APPLICATION: FILE A-16/98
APPLICANT: CARL BRAUN
59 HALE STREET WEST
THE PURPOSE of this application is to seek the following variance(s) to Tiilsonburg
Zoning By -Law 1994, as amended:
1. Section 8.2.1.4.2 - lot depth - reduce the lot depth from the required 30.0m.(98.4
ft.) to 25.1m.(82.5 ft.);
2. Section 8.2.1.4.3 - lot area - reduce the required lot area from 700 sq.m.(7534.7
sq.ft.) to 513 sq.m.(5527.5 sq.ft.);
3. Section 8.2.1.4.5 - front yard - reduce the required front yard from 7.5m.(24.6 ft.)
to 5.5 m. (18.0 ft.);
4. Section 8.2.1.4.6 - rear yard - reduce the required rear yard from 10.5m.(34.4 ft.)
to 9.7m.(32.0 ft.);
5. Section 8.2.1.4.8 - exterior side yard - reduce the required exterior side yard from
7.5m.(24.6 ft.) to 3.9m.(13.Oft. ).
6. Section 8.2.1.4.7 - interior side yard - reduce the required interior side yard from
4.8m.(15.7 ft.) to 3.0m.(1 O.Oft. )
The applied for minor variance would recognize a triplex in a Residential (R3) Zone.
The Committee of Adjustment previously granted an application on the subject lands to
permit a duplex with certain minor variances to the R3 zone provisions under File A -
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Dear Brad:
RE: COMMITTER OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION A-16/98
The Building Department has concerns regarding Carl Braun's
application to the Committee of Adjustment.
BUILDING INSPECTION
PLUUBtNG INSPECTION
PROPERTY STANDARDS
BY ENFORCEMENT
For the building at 59 Hale Street West to become a triplex, Mr.
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Yours truly,
D. H. Robertson, C.B.C.0
Chief Building Official
Town of Tillsonburg
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Minutes of the Public Services Committee meeting held
January 6th, 1999, at 3:30 P.M., 20 Spruce Street, Tillsonburg,
Ontario.
THOSE IN ATTENDANCE
Deputy Mayor I. Horton
Chairman D. Beres
Vice -Chairman B. Smith
Councillor C. Rosehart
Councillor S. Lamb
A) CALL TO ORDER
M. Cowan, Director
D. Cupples, Clerk
D. Robertson, C.B.O.
Chairman D. Beres called the meeting to order.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA, AS AMENDED
Moved by Vice Chairman B. Smith, seconded by Councillor S. Lamb,
the adoption of the agenda, as amended.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 7 1998
CARRIED
Moved by Vice Chairman B. Smith, seconded by Councillor S. Lamb,
the adoption of the minutes of December 7th, 1998.
B) DELEGATIONS
1. MR. RICE RE:
PARKING - HALE STREET
CARRIED
Mr. Rice explained his problems regarding the lack of
parking and availability of parking in front of his home.
Moved by Deputy Mayor I. Horton, seconded by Councillor
C. Rosehart that the Hale Street parking lot be
designated as two hour parking limit and further, be
monitored as to its effectiveness.
C) ITEMS
CARRIED
1) MINISTRY OF MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS - RECYCLING
Notification of commencement of a Waste Diversion Plant.
Received as information only.
2) COMMUNITY SAFETY ZONES
Tillsonburg Police Services have advised that these safety
zones are not required, at this time. Received as
information only.
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
JANUARY 6, 1999 - PAGE TWO
3) CONTRACTOR'S MINUTES
Members were advised that the meetings have concluded and
that the Building By -Law will be amended to reflect these
changes, for consideration of Council. Received as
information only.
4) PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES
Moved by Deputy Mayor I. Horton, seconded by Councillor
S. Lamb that the Public Services Committee authorize Public
Services to seek funding from Service Clubs towards the
purchase of pedestrian bridges.
5) STREET LIGHTS - CONCESSION STREET CARRIED
Moved by Councillor S. Lamb, seconded by Deputy Mayor
I. Horton that the Public Services Committee recommend to
Council the installation of street lights on Concession
Street East.
6) ONTARIO GOOD ROADS CONFERENCE - FEBRUARY 21-24198 CARRIED
Members are to advise the Director by Thursday, if they
would like to attend.
7) CENTRE CORP. - TWO HOUR PARKING
Tillsonburg B.I.A. has advised that they have no objection
to two hour parking in the Centre Corp. parking lot.
Therefore, Staff direction to prepare a By -Law for two hour
parking in the Centre Corp. parking lot and the Canadian
Tire parking lot.
8) 1999 BUDGET REVIEW - CONSIDERATION OF DATES
Preliminary budget review scheduled for Wednesday, January
27, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. at the Public Servicep office, 20
Spruce Street.
9) TRANSIT
Moved by Deputy Mayor I. Horton, seconded by Vice -Chairman
B. Smith that the Public Services Committee direct Staff to
investigate and prepare requests for proposals on purchase
vs. lease of a Transit bus for consideration of the Public
Services Committee and Council.
CARRIED
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PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
JANUARY 6, 1999 - PAGE THREE
10) EMISSION CONTROLS
Members were advised that a representative of M.T.O. will be
made available to discuss any individual concerns of the
Committee.
11) EXECUTIVE
Moved by Deputy Mayor I. Horton, seconded by Vice Chairman
B. Smith that the Public Services Committee move into
Executive.
CARRIED
Moved by Deputy Mayor I. Horton, seconded by Councillor
S. Lamb that the Public Services Committee move out of
Executive.
CARRIED
Meeting Adjourned
Minutes prepared by Director M. Cowan. For errors or omissions,
please contact this office.
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MINUTES
OTTER VALLEY UTILITY CORRIDOR & RECREATION TRAIL COMMITTEE
BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
Tuesday, November 12, 1998 - 7:30 P.M.
Tillsonburg Council Chambers
Present: Sam Lamb, Chair, Tillsonburg
Cliff Evanitski, Vice -Chair, Bayham
Max Stewart, Bayham
Bob Smith, Tillsonburg
Jack Petrie, Bayham
Chris Rosehart, Tillsonburg
Staff: Lynn Buchner, Administrator/Treasurer, Bayham
David Morris, Clerk -Administrator
Fran Bell, Economic Development Officer, Tillsonburg
Brad Bartlett, Deputy Clerk, Tillsonburg
A. Adoption of Minutes - September 28, 1998
Moved by Bob Smith and Seconded by Cliff Evanitski:
'That the minutes of the Board of Management for the Otter Valley
Utility Corridor and Recreation Trail Committee dated November 3,
1998, be adopted as presented.
Carried.
B. Business Arising From Minutes
None.
C. Adoption of Agenda
Moved by Jack Petrie and Seconded by Max Stewart:
'That the Agenda for the Board of Management of the Otter Valley
Utility Corridor and Recreation Trail, be adopted as presented.'
Carried.
D. Presentations:
1. 7:30 P.M. - Video - Ontario Trails Council
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Ontario Trails Council provided those in attendance with a fifteen
minute video update on the Trans Canada Trail and the efforts underway
to link it to the Otter Valley Utility Corridor and Recreation
Trail at Tillsonburg.
E. Delegations/Presentations:
1. 7:40 P.M. - Mr. Jim Oliver, Past President, Lynn Valley Trail
Mr.'Oliver addressed the Board and stated that the Lynn Valley Trail
has been in existence for a few years and that it is a partnership
trail owned by the Region of Haldiman-Norfolk and managed by the Lynn
Valley Trail Association. He further stated that it has a long term
use for water and sewer services. Mr. Oliver explained that the trail
is multi -use except that motorized uses are not allowed. He stated
that landowner issues were fences and gates and he encouraged the
Board to fence and gate the rail/road crossings at the earliest
possible opportunity to show commitment to those landowners. Mr. Oliver
stated that insurance for the trail was secured through the Ontario
Trails Council.
2. 7:50 P.M. - Mr. Ken Buck, Vice President, Ontario Trails Council
Mr. Buck addressed the Board and stated that the two municipalities
embarked a few years ago on a visionary project and they must now
secure and take ownership in the trail through management of the
Board. He further advised that the master plan did outline economic
benefits that could have been realized if the trail project
would have commenced this year. Mr. Buck stated that the landowners
have very legitimate concerns and that they can be addressed proper
planning and management.
3. 8:00 P.M. - Mr. Kevin Taylor, Otter Valley Trail Association
Mr. Taylor stated that there are many agencies in support of the Otter
Valley Trail and that there is the need of an umbrella organization to
assist with the management of the trail. He further stated that all
interested agencies are interested and willing to work with the
landowners.
4. 8:10 P.M. - Mr. John Waite, Poplar Ridge Snowmobile Club
Mr. Waite addressed the Board and stated that they are a local
snowmmobile club that works with private landowners for the use of
their lands through land use agreements. He further stated that his
club could assist with patrols along the trail. He further explained
that all their members are approved through permits from the Ontario
Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.
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5. 8:20 P.M. - Mrs. Judy McLean, Tillsonburg Trail Association
Mrs.. McLean addressed the Board and stated that all users can be
accommodated on the trail and that the concerns of the landowners need
to be addressed at the earliest convenience. She further stated that
the trail has positive aspects in the areas of outdoor recreation and
education.
5. 8:30 P.M. - Mr. Jeff Kleizeverink, Otter Ridge Dirt Riders
Mr. Kleizeverink addressed the Board and stated that the Otter Ridge
Dirt Riders are willing to assist with addressing the concerns of all
users and the adjacent landowners for the use of a multi -use trail.
He further stated that the Otter Ridge Dirt Riders have begun
educating the motor users on safe use of the trail. Mr. Kleizeverink
stated that the club have identified many of the risk areas along the
trail.
7. 8:40 F.M. - Mrs. Jacquie VanRswyk, Elgin St -Thomas Health Unit
Mrs. VanRswyk addressed the Board and stated that their is a need
expressed by the residents to use the trail for health promotion and
the prevention of disease.
8. 8:30 P.M. - Mrs. Jean Law, Thames Valley Trail Association
Mrs. Law not in attendance.
9. 9:00 P.M. - Mr. Robert Elliot, Southern Sno Riders
R. Elliott addressed the Board and stated that the snowmobile club is
willing to participate in a shared trail and assist with signage,
safety and trail wardens. He further stated that there are economic
benefits for trail use by snowmobiles as experienced elsewhere in the
province of Ontario.
Chair Lamb asked if there were other members of the public who would
like to address the Board.
Mr. Case Vanharley, Operations Director, Ontario Federation of
Snowmobile Clubs addressed the Board and further explained the permit
system and club access to federation funding across Ontario.
In response to a question from Mrs. McLean, Mr. Elliot stated that the
Southern Sno Riders would work for the benefit of all trail users and
not just his club.
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Mr. Jim Long, a local trail enthusiast, addressed the Board and stated
that if there is a charge for the use of the trail, there will always
be those who will enjoy the benefits but not share in trail costs.
Mr. Frank Provinzano, a local trail enthusiast, addressed the Board
and stated that the utilidor could accommodate a shared use trail.
Mr. Ron Chatten, member of the Ratepayers of Bayham addressed the
Board and asked if the trail could accommodate wheelchair users. Mr.
Bartlett answered in the affirmative.
Mr. Ray Maddox, a member of the Ratepayers of Bayham, addressed the
Board and stated that the cost of the trail is an important factor and
that this could be overcome through corporate sponsorship. Mr. Maddox
further stated that local residents will become involved once there is
more awareness of the trail project.
G. Other Business
The Board of Management discussed at greater length the possibility of
an organization of users to manage the trail.
The Board discussed the responsibility of the two municipalities to
properly sign the trail to avoid risks. It was identified that the
Board could shut the trail down to only authorized uses and then open
it in sections in accordance with the master plan.
H. Adjournment and Next Meeting Date
Adjournment was at 10:35 p.m. and the next meeting with the adjacent
landowners was scheduled for December 15, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the
Municipality of Bayham Council Chambers.
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Maine supplant Claude Cantin
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President
President
Deputy Mayor Sam Synard
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Firstt Vicc-iec-President
Premier vice-president Al FCM NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS, March 3-6. 1999 OR
B) THE FCM ANNUAL CONFERENCE, JUNE 4-7, 1999
Councillor Joanne Monaghan
Kitimat, British Columbia -
Sccond Vicc-Presidem
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National Board of Directors invite members to submit resolutions on topics of
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"I lu d Vuc-lW,,dcnt Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia, June 4-7.
Troisi2me vice-president
Deputy Mayor Jae Eadie FCM will take a stand on issues which are clearly of national municipal
Winnipeg. Manitoba interest and which fall within the jurisdiction of the federal government,
Past-Presidem provincial/territorial governments acting at the interprovincial level, or FCM
1W,alon s.nam itself. Indirect municipal issues and local/regional issues will not be supported
James W. Knight by major research and lobbying activity, unless otherwise directed by the
Exeanive Director Annual Conference or by FCM's National Board of Directors.
Dirccnur general
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Some of these changes.affect FCM's. resolutions process..
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LOCATION: Town of Tillsonburg
ATTN: Mr. David C. Morris
Mr. Bradley Bartlett
Mr. John Arts
Mr. Ray Jones
Mr. Gary K. Seitz
CORPORATION OF THE CITY F ER998
EAN
CITY COUNCIL RES01_UTION - DEC
MOTION NUMBER 256 98
Moved by CouncillorCouncillor CK arelr
Seconded by
must apply $ school funding formula based on
WHEREAS the Provincial Government has ordered school boards thatammunity schools;
measurable space per student which will result in the closure of en9
AND WHEREAS future
education of our children should not be determined by arbitrary and artificial limitations of physical space
within each school; of our to the quality of fife of our residents, Weir sense of
AND WHERE schools are an integral
Part a focus for neighbourhood activities and significant urban space:
belonging to a community, as well P schools to secure future
AND WHEREAS the City of Nepean and its residents
have a special interest in preserving eommunrtl+
development and redevelopmentv,Min our City:
AND WHEREAS Nepean is a
dynamic and expanding City with steadl► Population growth;
AND WEAS the Provincial Government has given local school boards unto the end of't899 to mske decisions regarding school
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closures;
BE i7 RESOLVED that the Council for the City of Nepean: y and criteria for funding for schools in Ontario to reflect the
1 Urges the provincial Governmentto reviOs incommunities Trent Poli which mey be older and more established; and
nm
public's desire to maintain 9
ew schools where there is a need determined by
2. Urges the Provinga) Government to provide adequate funding to build n
school boards and communities;
3. Encourages
local school boards to request the provincial Government to reconsider its current policy which would result
in unnecessary and unfair school closures In our comm+lft-
4, Requestthat local school boards postpone any school closures until they, and local municipalities, have had an opportunity
to study the full impact of closures on our communities;
ntario schOol
ANDBE�P
URTtiER RESOLVED THAT this resolution be circulated to all Ontario mun arle onep,Wrt School Board and the
Premier Nike Hands, Education Ministers Deve Johnson, Chairs and Trustees of the
pdawa-Cafleton Catholic School Board.
Carried -
Councillors Harder and Phillips dissented
absent
Councillor Rywak was
Motsos� was passed by the Corporation of the City of Nepean on December 3, 1998, please circulate to
Members of Council.
"This is a paid advertisement and its views and Comments are not endorsed by AMCTO"
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office of the
JQMC,rio
C/ympics
ommissioner
14 December 1998
The Mayor and Members of Council
The Town of Tillsonburg
200 Broadway, Suite 204
Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A7
Attention: The Clerk
Dear Council Members,
In my capacity as Ontario Olympics Commissioner, I recently introduced my
Private Member's Bill entitled, "An Act to endorse the bid by the City of Toronto to
host the XXIX Summer Olympic Games," which was adopted unanimously by the
Ontario Legislature. In this regard, the Bill will also become government policy
when it receives Royal Assent.
Please find enclosed a copy of Bill 77, which describes in detail the reasons for
Provincial support and calls for an agreement between the Province and TO -BID
(the Olympic Organizing Committee). The Bill also asks on a voluntarily basis
that all the communities in the Province of Ontario pass a motion in support of
the Olympics.
This demonstration of solidarity behind the Toronto application will have strong
implications throughout the World and particularly in the minds of the
International Olympic Committee delegates who will make the final decision.
After Toronto is chosen in 2001 to host the Summer Olympic Games, we can be
assured that Ontario, as a whole, will benefit economically and socially. Our
Province will be showcased to the world as we develop our presentation and
training facilities over the coming years.
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MORLEY KELLS, M.P.P.
Room 4610 - Whitney 8lock - 99 Wellesley St. W. • Toronto, Ontario M7A 7A 1
Main number: 325-8162 - Main fax. 325-8195
E-mail: elka.gesinkC@opo.gov.on.ca
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Ontario
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My suggested wording for the Motion is attached and your cooperation to have it
carried by your Council would be appreciated. Please send me a copy of your
affirmation so that I may provide the Organizing Committee with a list of
community supporters.
Again, my thanks.
Sincerely,
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Morley Kells, MPP
Ontario Olympics Commissioner
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COUNCIL MOTION
Whereas the Canadian Olympic Association at its regularly scheduled meeting
held in Calgary on April 17, 1998 voted to grant approval to the City of Toronto's
application to represent Canada's bid to host the 29t' Olympiad in 2008 subject
to the dictates of the International Olympic Committee Charter; and
Whereas the City of Toronto Council on July 9 passed a motion to ratify the
agreement between the Canadian Olympic Association and the City that detailed
the terms required and outlined the mandate for the operation of TO -Bid, the
organization authorized to present the Toronto bid for the Summer Olympic
Games in 2008; and
Whereas the Ontario Legislature on December 3, 1998 unanimously endorsed a
Bill introduced by Morley Kells, the Ontario Olympics Commissioner, to support
the City of Toronto's bid to host the 29t" Summer Olympic Games and encourage
participation by all of Ontario's communities in the bid proposal and subsequent
presentation of the Olympiad; and
Whereas the International Sports Federations representing the 140 athletic
competitions and the IOC delegates who cast the deciding votes in 2001 will be
influenced favourably by province -wide public support for the Toronto bid;
Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Council of
endorses the tenets of support called for by the Bill entitled: An Act to endorse
the proposed bid of the City of Toronto to host the XXIX Summer Olympic
Games, and further that this Council agrees with the principles of "building a
peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practised without
discrimination of any kind and in the Olympic spirit, which requires mutual
understanding with a spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play" as described in
the IOC Charter.
The Council further agrees to have this endorsement joined to that of other
jurisdictions as a display of provincial solidarity behind this universally acclaimed
undertaking.
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2Nn SESSION, 36TH LEGISLATURE, ONTARIO
47 ELIZABETH 11, 1998
Bill 77
An Act to endorse the proposed bid of
the City of Toronto to host the XXIX
Summer Olympic Games
Mr. Kells
Private Member's Bill
I st Reading
2nd Reading
3rd Reading
Royal Assent
November 3, 1998
2e SESSION, 36c LIGISLATURE, ONTARIO
47 ELIZABETH 11, 1998
Projet de loi 77
Loi visant a appuyer la candidature
que se propose de presenter la cite de
Toronto pour accueillir les XXIXe
Jeux olympiques deete
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M. Kells
Projet de loi de depute
110 lecture
210 lecture
Y lecture
Sanction royale
3 novembre 1998
Printed by the Legislative Assembly
of Ontario
Imprime par I'Assemblee legislative
de ('Ontario
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Bill endorses the bid that the City of Toronto proposes to
make to host the XXIX Summer Olympic Games in the year 2008.
The Bill recognizes that Ontario's participation in the bid process is a
necessity if it is to be successful. This involvement can only be
sustained through mutually acceptable terms enshrined in an agree-
ment between Ontario and the organizers of the Toronto proposal.
The Bill also asks all municipalities in Ontario and citizens of
Ontario to support voluntarily the bid.
NOTE EXPLICATIVE
Le projet de loi appuie la candidature que la citd de Toronto se
propose de prdsenter pour accueillir les XXIXe Jeux olympiques
d'dtd en 2008. Le projet de loi reconnait la necessitd pour ]'Ontario
de participer au processus de candidature si cette dernidre doit dire
retenue. Celle participation ne peut etre soutenue qu'A des conditions
mutuellement acceptables ench3ssdes dans une entente conclue entre
!'Ontario et les organisateurs de la proposition de Toronto.
Le projet de loi demande dgalement 6 toutes les municipalitds et
tous les citoyens de ]'Ontario d'appuyer volontairement la candida-
ture.
Preamble
Bill 77 1998
An Act to endorse the proposed bid of
the City of Toronto to host the XXIX
Summer Olympic Games
The City of Toronto has expressed its inten-
tion to submit a bid to the International
Olympic Committee (IOC) to host the XXIX
Summer Olympic Games in the year 2008.
The ideals of the Olympic movement include
promoting a peaceful environment for the edu-
cation of youth through the practice of sport
without discrimination and in a spirit of
friendship, solidarity and fair play. Ontario
supports those ideals.
Ontario recognizes that if the City of Toronto
is successful in a bid to host the Games, the
Games can constitute a lasting legacy for the
Province in the form of enduring sporting
facilities and increased cultural exchanges.
Ontario can enhance the world-wide legiti-
macy of a bid by the City of Toronto to host
the Games by endorsing the bid and encourag-
ing harmony, co-operation and co-ordination
among the individuals, organizations, busi-
nesses and governments that are involved in
the bid. Those actions will also improve the
subsequent organization of the Games if the
bid is successful.
Ontario supported the City of Toronto in its
bid for the 1996 Summer Games. This sup-
port included a grant of $3.102 million and a
commitment of $125 million from non -tax
revenue sources to be used for capital facili-
ties.
Ontario has an interest in assuring all Ontario
taxpayers that the City of Toronto will provide
a full financial accounting for its bid and the
subsequent organization of the Games if the
bid is successful.
It is therefore reasonable to endorse the bid
that the City of Toronto proposes to make to
host the XXIX Summer Olympic Games in the
year 2008.
Projet de loi 77
1998
Loi visant a appuyer la candidature
que se propose de presenter la cite de
Toronto pour accueillir les XXIXe
Jeux olympiques d'ete
La cite de Toronto a exprime son intention de Prdambule
presenter sa candidature au Comite interna-
tional olympique (CIO) pour accueillir les
XXIXe Jeux olympiques d'ete en 2008.
Les ideaux du mouvement olympique com-
prennent la promotion d'un environnement
paisible favorisant 1'education des jeunes par
la pratique des sports sans discrimination et
dans un esprit d'amitie, de solidarity et de
franc-jeu. L'Ontario appuie ces ideaux.
L'Ontario reconnait que si la candidature de
la cite de Toronto est retenue et que celle-ci
accueille les Jeux, ceux-ci peuvent constituer
un heritage durable pour la province sous
forme d'installations sportives stables et
d'echanges culturels accrus.
L'Ontario peut promouvoir a 1'echelon mon-
dial la legitimite d'une candidature par la cite
de Toronto pour accueillir Ies Jeux en ap-
puyant cette candidature et en encourageant
1'harmonie, la collaboration et la coordination
entre les particuliers, les organismes, les entre-
prises et les gouvernements qui participent a
la candidature. Ces mesures amelioreront ega-
lement l'organisation subsequente des Jeux si
la candidature est retenue.
L'Ontario a appuye la cite de Toronto relative-
ment a la candidature qu'elle a presentee pour
accueillir les Jeux d'ete en 1996. Cet appui
s'est traduit notamment par une subvention de
3,102 millions de dollars et un engagement
s'elevant a 125 millions de dollars provenant
de sources de recettes non fiscales aux fins
d'utilisation au titre des amenagements fixes.
I1 est dans l'interet de 1'Ontario d'assurer a
tous les contribuables de la province que la
cite de Toronto fournira une reddition de
comptes generale et complete relativement a
sa candidature et a l'organisation subsequente
des Jeux si la candidature est retenue.
Il est par consequent raisonnable d'appuyer la
candidature que la cite de Toronto se propose
de presenter pour accueillir les XXIXe Jeux
olympiques d'ete en 2008.
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2 Bill 77 XXIX SUMMER OLYMPIC GAMES
Purposes
Spending
and
guarantees
Assurances
Provincial
participation
Declaration
of support
Therefore, Her Majesty, by and with the
advice and consent of the Legislative Assem-
bly of the Province of Ontario, enacts as
follows:
1. The purposes of this Act are,
(a) to endorse the bid that the City of
Toronto proposes to make to host the
XXIX Summer Olympic Games in the
year 2008 subject to the terms of the
agreement to be finalized with the bid
organizers; and
(b) to encourage the municipalities and
citizens of Ontario in all their diversity
to unite in support of the bid as further
evidence to the IOC of extensive pro-
vincial acclaim.
2. (1) Nothing in this Act requires Ontario
to spend public money within the meaning of
the Financial Administration Act or to guaran-
tee any payment of money.
(2) Ontario, through the Office of the Onta-
rio Olympics Commissioner, shall detail
through a statement to the House, the pre-
requisite assurances required by the IOC to the
Legislative Assembly prior to the final bid
proposal meeting of the IOC that is scheduled
for Moscow in the Autumn of 2001.
(3) The May 1991 Report produced by the
Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, Olympic
Secretariat and entitled, "An Analysis and
Report on the Toronto Ontario Bid for the
1996 Summer Olympic Games" was written to
be used for a subsequent bid and calls for
active participation by Ontario early in the bid
process including all elements of manage-
ment, fundraising, planning and guarantees
that are key ingredients of the application and
accordingly the Province, through the Office
of the Commissioner, may participate in the
bid process.
3. (1) The desire to host a part of the
Olympic Games is one of the ultimate forms
of support; Ontario represented by the mem-
bers of the elected Assembly confirms that all
municipalities may offer their communities
and facilities as potential sites for use as prac-
tice sites or venues during the Games.
Pour ces motifs, Sa Majeste, sur l'avis et aver
le consentement de l'Assemblee legislative de
la province de ]'Ontario, edicte :
1. Les objets de la presente loi sont les sui- Objets
vants :
a) appuyer la candidature que ]a cite de
Toronto se propose de presenter pour
accueillir les XXIXe Jeux olympiques
d'ete en 2008, sous reserve des condi-
tions de 1'entente qui doit etre mise au
point avec les organisateurs de la candi-
dature;
b) encourager les municipalites et les
citoyens de ]'Ontario dans toute leur
diversity A s'unir pour appuyer la candi-
dature, prouvant ainsi davantage au
CIO qu'elle jouit d'un appui generalise
� 1'echelle de la province.
2. (1) La presente loi n'a pas pour effet
Depenses et
d'exiger que ]'Ontario depense des deniers
garanties
publics au sens de la Loi sur !'administration
ftnanciere ou garantisse tout versement de
sommes.
(2) L'Ontario, par 1'entremise du bureau du
Assurances
commissaire ontarien a la candidature aux
Jeux olympiques, donne en detail a 1'Assem-
blee legislative dans une declaration faite
devant la Chambre, les assurances prealables
que le CIO exige avant la reunion de ce Ber-
nier sur la derni&e proposition de candidature
qui doit se tenir a Moscou a 1'automne 2001.
(3) Le rapport qu'a presente en mai 1991
Participation
le Secretariat olympique du ministere du Tou-
provinciale
risme et des Loisirs et intitule «Analyse et
rapport sur la candidature de Toronto et de
]'Ontario pour la tenue des Jeux olympiques
d'ete de 1996» a ete conqu de fagon a servir a
une candidature subsequente; it fait appel a la
participation active de ]'Ontario au debut du
processus de candidature, qui comprend no-
tamment tous les elements de la gestion, du
financement, de la planification et de l'offre
de garanties qui sont des facteurs-cles de la
demande. En consequence, la province, par
1'entremise du bureau du commissaire, peut
participer au processus de candidature.
3. (1) Le desir d'accueillir une partie des Declaration
Jeux olympiques constitue ]'une des formes d'appui
d'appui les plus elevees. L'Ontario, repre-
sentee par les membres de 1'Assemblee Blue,
confirme que toutes les municipalites peuvent
offrir leurs localites et leurs installations
comme emplacements eventuels pouvant etre
utilises comme lieux de pratique ou de compe-
tition pendant les Jeux.
Same (2) Ontario requests that the elected coun- (2) L'Ontario demande que les conseils elus Idem
cils of all municipalities show their unanimity de toutes les municipalites expriment leur una-
for the world-wide endeavour that is reflected nimite A 1'egard de cette entreprise d'enver-
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Sec./art. 3 (2) XXIXeJEUX OLYMPIQUES D'ETE Projet 77 3
in the Olympic bid through the voluntary
passing of a motion before the June 1999
meeting of the IOC that indicates their
unqualified support.
Agreement (3) To promote a co-operative relationship
between Ontario and TO -Bid, an agreement
will be struck before the June 1999 meeting of
the IOC which includes a management plan
for the development of the bid and the organi-
zation of the Games should Toronto win the
right to host the XXIX Summer Olympic
Games.
Commence- 4. This Act comes into force on the day it
ment receives Royal Assent.
Short title 5. The short title of this Act is the City of
Toronto XXIX Summer Olympic Games Bid
Endorsement Act, 1998.
gure mondiale qui se reflete dans la candida-
ture olympique en adoptant volontairement,
avant la reunion que dolt tenir le CIO en juin
1999, une motion qui• indique leur appui in-
conditionnel.
(3) Afin de promouvoir une relation de col- Entente
laboration entre l'Ontario et l'organisme
TO -Bid, une entente sera conclue avant la re-
union que doit tenir le CIO en juin 1999 qui
comprend un plan de gestion pour 1'elabora-
tion de la candidature et l'organisation des
Jeux si Toronto devait obtenir le droit d'ac-
cueillir les XXIXe Jeux olympiques d'ete.
4. La presente loi entre en vigueur le jour Entree en
ou elle regoit la sanction royale. vigueur
5. Le titre abrege de la presente loi est Loi Titre abrege
de 1998 appuyant la candidature de la cite de
Toronto concernant les XXIXe Jeux olympiques
d'ete.
MINUTES
MEETING: TILLSONBURG POLICE SERVICES BOARD
GENERAL MEETING
PLACE: Tillsonburg Police Services Boardroom
DATE: Monday, November 16, 1998, 8:00 a.m.
PRESENT:
Board Members Mr. Walter Burton, Chair
Dr. Larry W. Oehm,Vice-Chair
Mayor Cam McKnight
Councillor Robert T. Smith
Mr. Bryce Sibbick
Chief Christopher Coles
Deputy Chief Perry Gosso
Diana Fleming, Secretary
By Invitation: Reporter from Tillsonburg News
AGENDA
ITEM
DISCUSSION/OUTCOME
ACTION
1
An Agenda was presented to the meeting
On motion made by Mr. Bryce
for consideration.
Sibbick, seconded by Dr. Larry
Oehm and unanimously carried, the
Agenda was adopted.
2
Minutes of meetings held on October 19,
On motion made by Dr. Larry Oehm,
1998 were presented to the meeting for
seconded by Mr. Bryce Sibbick and
consideration.
unanimously carried, the Minutes
of the meetings held October 16,
1998 were approved.
3
Chief of Police Reports
A. October, 1998 Accounts Payable
Approval List.
Not available at time of meeting
Page 2
AGENDA DISCUSSION/OUTCOME ACTION
ITEM
3 cont'd B. OPP Costing. Ongoing
The Chief reported that:
- an interim meeting with OPP is
being scheduled for next week
- an inventory was conducted by OPP
- the Town is to provide our costing
report to OPP
- OPP were impressed with vehicles,
new computers, building, etc.
C. Adequacy & Effectiveness Standards I Ongoing
The Chief reported:
- still in limbo
- Committee is still puting together
report
D. Other Reports
The Chief gave a report:
- on the status of the computer
upgrading;
- computer software
- tape machine for 911 emergency
calls
- use of Fire Department's digital
camera
- electrical switch installation re
breathalyzer machine
General discussion.
4 Outstanding Business from Previous
Meetings.
See revised Schedule of Outstanding
matters.
S I New Business
No new business.
Jo
Page 3
AGENDA DISCUSSON/OUTCOME ACTION
ITEM
b General Correspondence.
Circulated during meeting:
1. Memorandum dated October 28, 1998
from Robert Middaugh, Policing
Services Division, Ministry of the
Solicitor General and Correctional
Services
7 Adjournment On motion made by Mayor McKnight,
seconded by Mr. Robert T. Smith,
and unanimously carried, the
meeting adjourned at 8:30 a.m.
Mr. Walter H. Burton, Chair
Diana Fleming, Secretary
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SCHEDULE OF OUTSTANDING ITEMS
FROM PREVIOUS GENERAL MEETINGS
November 16, 1998
Date
Item #
Person
Description
Action/Status
Sep.21/98
6
Chief
OAPSB Public
Deputy Chief Perry Gosso to attend 2-
Complaints
day session on complaints procedure.
Procedure
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LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
FULL AUTHORITY - MINUTES
December 2, 1993
The Full Authority met in the Authority Boardroom at-7:30.13ri1. All members' were present
except D.VanLondersele and B. Abele. Staff present were J::01ider,_P ravener,
B. Baskerville, J. Robertson and Chris Poff.
The Chairman welcomed M. Gartshore who has been appointed as a representative of the
Regional Municipality of Haldimand-Norfolk to the Long Point Region Conservation Authority
replacing the appointee position of the late J. Csubak.
Mr.Chanda reviewed the December calender of events. The Lee Brown Waterfowl Management
Committee meeting has been cancelled and will be held in January. Mr Chanda reported he will
be away from December 9t' until December 24'. Mr. Black will attend the C.O. Council
meeting on December 14'' in his absence.
The Chairman called for and received no disclosures of interest. He asked if there were any
errors or omissions from the previous meeting.
MOTION A-53- moved by Sharon Hazen, seconded by Garry Sytsma and carried that the
minutes of the previous meeting of the Full Authority held November 4, 1998 be adopted as
circulated.
Mr. Wells questioned the cost of partnership for the Conservation Lands Alliance . Members
provided the details for the approval.
S. Hazen questioned if anything further had resulted from motion- A 48. Mr. Oliver noted the
authority has not received anything official to -date. Mr. Orth suggested the authority consider
naming a woodlot after J. Csubak. Members were in support of the idea.
Review of Committee Minutes:
At the November 17, 1998 Backus Management Committee meeting, during 1998 budget review
discussion centered on staffing needs for 1999. Mr. Chanda called upon C. Poff, Backus Area
Director to explain where he feels there is a need. Mr. Poff explained he was frustrated with the
level of communication within the complex regarding groups and staff during the extremely
busy season of 1998. He feels there has to be a mechanism in place to address the co-
ordination/communication of volunteer groups with staff operations. He feels there is a need for
a different level of operation at the gate house. He suggested that this position could be
redefined and a person «►ith computer/communication and organizational skills be hired to fill
this position. Mr. Poff stated he wants more time to review the staffing/volunteer committee
level for 1999 prior to requesting any changes for 1999 positions at the park. Members
questioned the operation costs for 1998 and they noted the fact it was a Bi-centennial and 50"
year. Discussion centered on the changing of school curriculum and maybe possibly combining
classroom visits with site visits. Mr. Poff reported a volunteer committee group is presently being
formed from the Bi-centennial committee and appear to be ready to assist/volunteer in 1999.
FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester,
Roger Orth, Jack Petrie, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 1
December 2, 1998
Mr. Chanda thanked Mr. Poff and his staff for the success of the activities/events held in 1998.
R. Orth questioned if $5,000 was enough funding to complete the Brook Bridge project.
Mr. Oliver reported he's not sure if that project will proceed in 1999 until actual costs are
determined as it could very well be more. He noted that it has been listed on the 1999 funding
request to the Foundation at the bottom of the list.
J. Oliver was requested in the absence of D. Holmes to ensure that Reid Deleye Construction had
been notified they did not receive the tender for the washroom/showerhouse project at Backus.
M. Gartshore questioned J. Oliver if she had received the full package of correspondence that has
been given to D. Puttock for the Forest Management Plan. Mr. Oliver stated he would ensure
she received all the correspondence. M. Gartshore questioned if the committee had considered
the "other issues" raised in the Bird &.Vegetation Communities Hepburn Tract report. Members
replied they had. The chairman pointed out that discussion regarding the Hepburn Tract
Contract will be held in committee of the whole re. legalities.
MOTION A-54- moved by Garry Sytsma, seconded by J. Petrie and carried that the Authority
approve action taken and accept the recommendations made as recorded in the minutes of the
following meetings:
Backus Management Committee - November 17, 1998
Finance &- Personnel Committee - November 18, 1998
- November 28, 1998
Resources Management Committee - November 24, 1998
Correspondence:
J. Farewell- correspondence to Mr. Chanda regarding his property. Discussion be held in
committee of the whole re. legalities.
Minister of Environment- thanking Long Point Region Conservation Authority for support of
the deposit refund system for containers sold through LOBO.
Township of Burford:- requesting if the authority as an adjacent land owner to the forn-ler
CNRail Line are interested in purchasing the land if they choose to sell. They estimate the price
to be approximately $2,500 per parcel. The authority presently own two properties that border
the land. R. Orth reported that the ratepayers are requesting the property be sold because they
don't lvant a trail area adjacent to adjacent to their own land.
MOTION-A-55 moved by Jack Lester, seconded by Roger Orth and carried that the Authority
advise the Township of Burford that the LPRCA would be interested in purchasing the former
CNR railway land adjacent to LPRCA property if offered for sale.
42
FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester, 2
T....1. fl....a.. T:1.. A C.-A.rcnn f:armr C�rtcma Tean van T„ndersele�. Chris Van Paassen. Tohn Wells
December 2, 1998
New Business:
The committee reviewed the correspondence/memorandum being sent to the directors of the
Long Point Foundation for 1999 and 2000 for funding requests. Mr. Oliver explained the
procedure and requested members review the list as prioritized in the recommendation.
Discussion followed on the projects. Mr. Oliver reported the Big Creels Canoe Navigation
Project hopefully will be separate and treated as a major fund raising campaign which will replace
the Third Century Campaign in 1999. He noted there appears to be a great deal of support for
this project from the public.
Motion A-56- moved by Peter Black, seconded by Floyd Sanderson and carried that proposed
project funding requests for 1999 be recommended to the Long Point Foundation as presented
in the draft memorandum dated November 23, 1998 and in the following priority order:
# 1- 1999 TreePlanting
#2- Deer Creels Fish -Stocking
#3- Conservation Ed./Hist. Supplies
#4- Csubak Viewing Area
#5- Backus Brochure Reprint
#6- 50`h Anniversary Book
#7- Brook C.A. Bridge
#8- Black Creels C.A. Development
MOTION A-5 7 moved by Chris VanPaassen, seconded by Peter Black and carried that we do
now enter Committee of the Whole.
MOTION A-58- moved by Roger Orth, seconded by Jack Lester and carried that the Committee
do now rise.
S. Hazen provided background regarding the letter from J. Farewell. B. Baskerville reported the
court date is set for February 11 `k' 1999 and MNR is reviewing a remedial plan Mr. Farewell has
submitted to them.
B. Baskerville reported on a violation notice given to Mr. Ed. McLaughlin and Mr. Ewart
McLaughlin. Mr. Baskeiville explained the problem and reported he is presently working with
the owners to remedy the problem. He doesn't have a recommendation at this time and will
bring it back to the board in January.
The General Manager provided the details from the meeting held between the owners of 803558
Ont. Ltd. and the Field Superintendent regarding the negotiation of the timber contract as per
the direction of the Resource Management Committee held on November 24, 1998. Discussion
focussed on issues raised in the recent Hepburn report and trees worked in ravines as part of the
original sale.
43
FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester,
Roger Orth, Jack Petrie, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsrna, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 3
December 2,1998
MOTION A-59- moved by John Wells, seconded by Sharon Hazen and carried that further to
MOTION A-93 (Feb.4/98) that ravine trees in the Hepburn Tract area be withdrawn from the
sale to 803558 Ontario Ltd., AND FURTHER that 803558 Ontario Ltd. be given a credit for
a comparable number and value of trees to be removed from another approved forest property
at a future date.
Recorded Vote: B.Abele: Absent, D. Van Londersele; Absent,
P. Black, Yes;
L. Chanda, Yes; J. Lester, No;
M. Gartshore, Yes;. J.Petrie, No;
S. Hazen, Yes; F. Sanderson, No;
S . Lamb, Yes;
R. Orth, Yes;
G. Sytsma, Yes;
C. VanPaassen, Yes;
J. Wells, Yes;
Yes (Carried)
Members approved the request for the letter prepaid by C. VanPassen Chairman, Resources
Management Committee to be sent to M. Bradstreet, Executive Director Bird studies Canada.
The letter is in regards to a comment in the BSC submission on forest management.
Larry Chanda Pam Bravener
Chairman Supervisor of Finance Administration
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FULL AUTHORITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brian Abele, Peter Black, Larry Chanda, Mary Gartshore, Sharon Hazen, Sam Lamb, Jack Lester,
Roger Orth, Jack Petrie, Floyd Sanderson, Garry Sytsma, Dan Van Londersele, Chris Van Paassen, John Wells 4
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PHONE: (519) 428-4623
FAX: (519) 428-1520
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
TOVIN C,:
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Notice of Public Me .
kL 9 1998
Tuesday January 26, 1999, 7:00
Springford Community Hall, Springfor E _ To
Regarding
Assessment to Determine the Feasibility of
Removal/Partial Removal of Rock's Mill Dam
Lot 21 Concession XI, South Norwich, Ontario
Long Point Region Conservation Authority is considering altering environmental conditions in
Big Otter Creek above and below Rock's Mill Dam through removal or partial removal of the
dam weir. The project will address long term water quality and fisheries impairment resulting
from existing conditions at the Rock's Mill Dam.
A public meeting is being held at Springford Community Hall on January 26, 1999 at 7:00 p.m..
The meeting is intended to give interested and/or affected parties the opportunity to provide input
to the reN iew and planning of this project. The meeting will be structured as follows:
7:00 - 7:30 Project Overview -LPRCA staff will present information on project options,
potential impacts and data collected to date
7:30 - 9:00 Open House and Public Discussion
Additional information on this project is available at Long Point Region Conservation Authority's
administration office at the corner of Radical and Ryerse Road, City of Nanticoke (formerly
Woodhouse Township) in the form of a Rock's Mill Dam Project File. You are invited to direct
any inquiries, comments or concerns regarding the project to the Lands and Waters Supervisor,
Long Point Region Conservation Authority.
Further correspondence regarding this project will be provided to those who reply in writing by
January 22, 1999 or register at the Public Meeting and to those who are directly affected.
Lands and Waters Supervisor
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
(519) 428-4623 phone
(519)-428-1520 fax
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November 30', 1998
CHEF DE L'OPPOSITION
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Please Deliver To: Town of Tillsonburg
Ministry of
Minisibm des
Municipal Aftaim
Affaires rruEnielpele&
MW Housing
el du Lagement
Of ica of the Mini6ter
Bureau du ministre ontwo
777 nay street
777 rue Bay
Toronto ON M5G 2E5
Toronto ON M5G 2E5
(416) 585-70ao
(416) 585-7000
December 16,1999
Mr. Michael Power
President
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
393 University Avenue, Suite 1700
Toronto, Ontario, M50 1E6
Dear Mr. Power:
IU& you for your letter of December 3,1999 regarding land ambulance services.
As you indicate in your letter, the government agreed to review your Association's suggestions for an
alternative service reau ment in exchange for land ambulance services. We provided more than the
30 days requested by Your organization to allow you to consult with your membership and present us
with a workable alternative. We have carefully reviewed HMO's proposal.
First, we would like to extend our appreciation for the efforts of your Association in reviewing
alternatives to the May,1997 agreement. We understand that given the diversity of opinion on this
matter, AmO was not able to develop an alternative service realignment exchange which has broad
support among your membership -
We, have concluded that the transfer of land ambulance services to municipalities will be
implemented as planned. The government is committed to revitalizing discussions with the municipal
sector to resolve outstanding implementation issues on the land ambulance transfer. We knowo
AMO will play a constructive part in ensuring a smooth and timely service transfer, as you havto die done
in other areas of local services realignment. As part of these discussions, we are prepared
the matter of ambulance dispatch services which you raised m your letter.
We look forward to working closely with you on the details of the transfer of ambulance service.
Ministry of Health staff will be in touch with you soon to discuss ne ft
Sincerely,
Nfinister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing
cc: Hon. Midbael D. Harris, Premier of Ontario
/All Municipalities
Ambulance Operators
Base Hospitals ��
In Case of Transmission Difficulties, Please Call 416-80-2101
Please Deliver To: Town of Tillsonburg
Ministry of
Municipal Affairs
and Housing
office of the Minister
777 Bay street
Toronto ON MSG 2ES
Tel (416) 585-7000
December 18,1998
Heads of Council
Ministere des
Affaires murleipales
et du Logement
Bureau du ministre
777 rue Bay Ontario
Torordo ON MSG 2E5
Tel (416) 585-7000
I wanted to make you aware of an amendment to a regulation under the Municipal Act with
regard to municipal powers concerning alcoholic beverage containers.
The people of Ontario believe the Blue Box program is, and must remain, the cornerstone of
Ontario's recycling commitment. It is with this commitment in mind that my colleague, the
Honourable Norm Sterling, Minister of the Environment, recently announced a plan to give
municipalities the tools they need to substantially increase waste diversion and to drive down
municipal recycling costs.
As part of this plan, and in recognition of its responsibilities, the Liquor Control Board of
Ontario is contributing $4 million to assist municipalities with the cost of recycling wine and
liquor containers. This supports our government's goal of one efficient recycling system. Just
as importantly, it provides a stewardship example to the industries whose products are recycled
through the Blue Box system. This funding will be available to municipalities for both 1998 and
1999.
The immediate LCBO initiative is just the first step in our government's waste diversion plan --
other steps will include:
calls for other industries to contribute to the cost of operating and promoting a more
efficient Blue Box system; and
the creation of a waste diversion organization in early 1999 to help find ways to further
assist municipal recycling operations.
The regulation that I have attached to this letter clarifies provisions of the regulation that has
existed for some time that prohibit municipalities from imposing requirements respecting the sale
of wine and liquor as a condition of a business license. This new regulation specifically
addresses deposit -return systems as a condition of licensing, thus reaffirming this governrnent's
absolute commitment to a financially sustainable glass recycling program — using the Blue Box -
- right across Ontario.
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I know your municipality will work with the Province to ensure the success of the overall waste
diversion plan.
Yours sincerely,
At Le h
cc: Clerks
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CONFIDENTIAL
Filed as 0. Reg, 71-, 1 -
0n DEC 18 1998
Pmposeb Ontario
Gazette date 741,1t, a
REGISTRAR OF REGUTATIONS
Until filed with the
Registrar of Regulations
REGULATION TO AMEND
ONTARIO REWLATION 27/96
MDR UNDER THE
MONICIPAA ACT
6 . £/MA-NUN-21 / J L
1-LAH
Note: Ontario Regulation 27/96 has not been amended in 1998. For
prior amendments, see the Table of Regulations in the
Statutes of Ontario, 1997.
1. Ontario Regulation 27/96 is amended by adding the
following section:
6. A municipality, including a regional municipality, does
not have the power under any Act to impose, as a requirement of
obtaining, continuing to hold or renewing a licence, any
condition respecting containers for alcoholic beverages,
including a condition requiring the vendor of alcoholic beverages
to establish, operate or maintain a system or facilities for the
return of containers for alcoholic beverages.
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Please Deliver To: Town of Tillsonburg
Ministry of
Ministfim des UM
Municipal Affairs
Affalres municip8les
and Housing
et du Logement
Offion of the MWOter
Bureau du ministre CnUno
777 Bay Street
777 rue Bay
Toronto ON M5G 2E5
Toronto ON M56 2E5
(416) 585-7000
(416) 585-7000
December 16,1999
Mr. Michael Power
President
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
393 University Avenue, Suite 1700
Toronto, Ontario, M5G lE6
Dear Mr. Power:
Thank you for your letter of December 3,1998 regarding land ambulance services.
As you indicate in your letter, the government agreed to review your Association's suggestions for an
alternative service realignment in exchange for land ambulance services. We provided more than the
30 days requested by your organization to allow you to consult with your membership and present us
with a workable alternative. We have carefully reviewed AMO's proposal.
First, we would like to extend our appreciation for the efforts of your Association in reviewing
alternatives to the May,1997 agreement. We understand that given the diversity of opinion on this
matter, AMO was not able to develop an alternative service realignment exchange which has broad
support among your membership.
We have concluded that the transfer of land ambulance services to municipalities will be .
implemented as planned. The government is committed to revitalizing discussions with the municipal
sector to resolve outstanding implementation issues on the land ambulance t 8usfer. We know that
AMO will play a constructive part in ensuring a smooth and timely service transfer, as you have done
in other areas of local services realignment. As part of these discussions, we are prepared to discuss
the matter of ambulance dispatch services which you raised in your letter.
We look forward to working closely with you on the details of the transfer of ambulance service.
Ministry of Health stafwill be in touch with you soon to discuss n
Sincerely,
•eac'�
Nfinister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing
cc: Hon. Michael D. Harris, Premier of Ontario
,.411 Municipalities
Ambulance Operators
Base Hospitals
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Please Deliver To: Town of Tillsonburg
Rey
Ministry of Finance
Ministere des Finances
Office of the Minister
Bureau du ministre
Frost Building South
Ed'fice Frost sud
7 Queen's Park Cres
7 Queen's Park Cres
Toronto ON M7A 1Y7
Toronto ON M7A 1Y7 Ontario
Tel (416) 325-0400
Tel (416) 325-0400
Fax (416) 325-0374
Tdl*c (416) 325-0374
December 21. 1999
To Heads of Council:
Bill 79, the Fairness for Property Taxpayers Act which protects
small businesses from large property tax increases, received
Royal Assent on December 18, 1998.
The Act was introduced on November 5, 1998 in response to
concerns expressed by Ontario businesses that property tax
increases were unmanageable and jeopardizing their viability.
The Act limits reform -related property tax increases to 10 per
cent in 1998, and a further 5 per cent in each of 1999 and 2000.
To achieve the 10-5-5 limits, municipalities may use the tools
already available to them, including optional property classes,
graduated tax rates, rebates, phase --ins and a 2.5 per cent cap,
or a new 10-5-5 cap. Key regulations on budgetary increases,
distribution of the education tax cut and information on tax
notices will be made available to enable municipalities to plan
and implement the requirements of Bill 79.
I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the work of
municipal associations that have taken the time and effort to
provide me and Ministry staff with advice to improve the
legislation and to facilitate the implementation of this plan.
In response to the advice of the expert panel of the Association
of :Municipalities of Ontario, I am pleased to advise you that the
time line for municipal decision making is being extended to
January 31, 1999. This new deadline applies to: the 10-5-5 and
the 2.5 per cent caps; phase -ins; graduated tax rates; optional
property classes; tax ratios for optional classes being selected;
and municipal rebates.
As well, staff of the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of
Municipal Affairs and Housing are working with municipal
representatives, billing suppliers and others to facilitate the
SI
a
reconciliation of 1998 tax liabilities. The OPTA program is
being updated to include the new 10-5-5 cap and to produce a
reconciliation report on a property -by -property basis. This
updated version of OPTA is being designed to dovetail with
billing software. We expect this revised version of OPTA to be
available for your use shortly. In the meantime, the existing
version of OPTA continues to -be available to facilitate analysis
of the various tools municipalities may wish to consider. The
Ministry of Finance will also be making available software to
support municipalities that wish to apply the 10-5-5 cap.
The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing are coordinating efforts to facilitate the development of
the frozen assessment listing. In this context, the 1997 phase -
in file is available, if your municipality did not retain the
copy it was provided earlier this year, and regional assessment
offices have agreed to assist municipalities to bring this file
up to date.
It will be vitally important that all taxpayers understand the
changes to their 1998 tax -liability and what these changes will
mean for them in 1999 and 2000. In this regard, I intend to
ensure that taxpayers receive an explanation of their 1998 tax
changes as an attachment to their next tax notice. I believe
that taxpayers must be provided with information that gives them
an explanation of the 1998 taxes in a way that is consistent
across the province.
As I have indicated earlier, the
municipalities with the costs of
respect of 1998 tax.
Province will assist
re -billing business taxpayers in
I look forward to working with you and with the Ontario Property
Assessment Corporation to bring Ontarians a fair and equitable
property assessment and taxation system.
Yours sincerely,
Ernie Eves, Q.C.
Minister of rynance
cc: Town clerks
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TILLSONBURG DISTRICT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
December 30, 1998
Mr. David Morris, Clerk -Administrator
Town of Tillsonburg
Town Centre Mall
200 Broadway, 2nd Level
Tillsonburg, Ontario
N4G 5A7
Dear Mr. Morris:
The Ministry of Health has instructed all Hospitals in Ontario to submit their Operating Plan
by February 1, 1999 for the fiscal year April 1, 1999 to March 31, 2000. This is 2
months earlier than last year. Unfortunately hospitals did not receive this new directive
until December 7, 1998, leaving much to be accomplished in a short time frame.
As part of the development process we are seeking stakeholder input. Although we do not
anticipate any significant changes in programs or services we are trying to determine any
negative or positive effects the hospital operation has on your organization. We would also
like to determine if you have plans that might impact the hospital.
Please direct any comments you have to my attention by January 20, 1999. Your input is
very much appreciated.
Sin,.cer4ly,
�Pr'esid
FCCHSE
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167 Rolph Street, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 3Y9 Telephone (519) 842-3611 Fax (519) 688-1031
12/14/98 Z3:59:44 EST; ASSOCIATION OF?->
DEC-14-98 MON 05:09 PM AMO
Member CoMMUnication
Alert
CLERK-Tillsonburg T Page 88Z
FAX NO. 4169716191 P. 01/01
Association of
l : Municipalities
t' of Ontario
383 Unlva" Avenue, Suite 1701
Toronto. ON MSG 1E8
Tel; (418) 871-BON - W. (416) 871-8181
ernall: amo@amo.munlwM.com
Please ensure that copies of this are distributed to all Members of Council
For Immediate Action
December 14, 1998 Alert - 98/040
Bill 99: Balanced Budget and Taxpayer Protection Ac4 1998
issue: Bill 96, the Balanced Budget and Taxpayerprotectlon Act, 1998, which was introduced today in the legislature,
will effectively require that Ontario's provincial govemment operate oli an annual balanced budget and limit
future tax increases to only those approved by taxpayers.
Key components of the Bill include:
Balanced Budgets
• The government of Ontario would be required to operate on a balanced budget in each fiscal year. For any
year in which a deficit occurred, the Premier and Members of Cabinet would receive a 25 per cent reduction
to their cabinet salary. in a second or third consecutive deficit budget, this salary reduction would increase
to 50 per cent.
• Very small deficits (less than 1 % of revenues) could occur, but only if balanced by a surplus budget of an
equal or greater amount in the next year. Accumulated net surpluses from the three previous budget years
could also be used to offset deficits in any fiscal year.
Taxpayer Approval for new Taxes or Tax Increases
• The Act also stipulates that the Government would require the approval of voters before any new tax or
increase in existing taxes could be implemented. This applies to personal income tax, corporate taxes, retail
sales tax, employer health taxes, gasoline and fuel taxes, and education property taxes.
• Voter approval would be in the form of a referendum, with a clear, impartially worded question formulated
as a yes or no answer, together with an estimate of the revenue impact of the new or increased tax.
Alternatively, voter approval could be established in conjunction with a general provincial election, provided
that the party seeking to raise taxes filed an official notice of their intent to raise a specific tax or impose any
new tax.
implications for Municipalities
A referendum would also be required by the Province to extend new taxing authority to municipalities, Where
a new taxing authority is extended to municipalities, the rules for taxpayer approval would apply only in cases
where the new or increased tax:
is required as part of a restructuring of tax authority between the Province, municipalities and/or
school boards; or
is required as part of the reorganization of a provincial Crown agency; or
i► is oft set by a reduction in total provincial revenues or a reduction in education tax revenues.
AMO Action:
AMO has received confirmation from the Ministry of Finance and the Premier's Office that the ability of a
municipality to levy and collect property taxes is not affected by this legislation, and that municipal property tax
rate increases do not require voter approval. AMO will continue to keep members informed of developments
related to this bill.
This information is available through AMO's MUNICOM network at www.municom.coln.
For more Information contact: Casey Srendon, PolicyAdvisor, Policy and Government Relations at (416) 971-9856 ext 341
or email: cbrendon@amo.municom.com 60
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b.
-'DEC-16-98 WED 05:12 PM AMO
CLERK-Tillsonhurg T Page 682
FAX NO. 4169716191 P. 01/01
Member Communication
Association of
f Municipalities
of Ontario
393 UnWomily Avenue, Sulfa i701
Tamnto, ON M501 ES
rt Tel: (415) 971-9eSS • fax: (416) 971.6191
emaik amc4Samo.mun1=rn.c0m
Please ensure that copies of this are distributed to all Members of Council
For Immediate Action
December 1 S, 1998
Alert - 981041
Compensation and Job Protection Ensured for Municipal Volunteer
Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Brigades with the Passage of Bill 92
Issue:
Bill 92, the Emergency Volunteers Protection Act, 1998 unanimously passed third reading on Monday
December 14. The legislation restores Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) benefits and job
protection for volunteers that were lost with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997 (Bill 99).
Facts:
Bill 99, which was passed in 1997, reduced the benefits and rights for firefighters and ambulance brigade
volunteers should they become injured in the line of duty. That legislation proved to be a disincentive for
volunteerism and hindered emergency services in some areas. In fact, the Firefighters Association of
Ontario claimed that up to three-quarters of the members of some volunteer forces took leaves of
absence,
A Private Member's Bill, Emergency Volunteers Protection Act, 1998 Bill 75, was introduced to amend
the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act in order to rectify the problems created by Bill 99. To achieve
quicker passage of this important bill, the Minister of Labour re -introduced it as Government legislation
(Bill 92).
Bill 92 reinstates three provisions that were in place before Bill 99 came into effect. It allows municipalities
to set the level of WSIB coverage for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers; it allows
injured volunteers to collect employment benefits from employers; and it requires full-time employers to
offer re-employment to injured volunteers.
AMO has been working with the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshall and the Ministry of Labour to advocate
the development and passage of this important bill. Opposition parties were approached to ensure their
support and to get quick passage of Bill 92.
Status:
Bill 92 unanimously passed second and third reading on December 14, 1998. It should receive Royal
Assent in the near future.
This information is available through AMO's MUNICOM network at www.munkom.com.
For more information contact: Jeff Fisher, Policy Advisor, Policy and Government Relations at( 416)971 -9856 ext.
315 or email: jfisher@amo.municom.com
Transmission problems; Carleen Newland at 416-971-9856 ext. 300
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' News Release
Communiaue
Ministry of Labour
Dec. 21, 1998
du Travail
Q Ontario
98-48
BILL PROTECTING VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND
AMBULANCE WORKERS NOW LAW
TORONTO — Legislative proposals to ensure a fair injury compensation system for
volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers have been signed into law. Most of the
provisions of Bill 92, The Emergency Volunteers Protection Act, are retroactive to
Jan. 1, 1998.
"Smaller communities rely on the courage and commitment of volunteers to drop
everything and come to the aid of their neighbours," said Labour Minister Jim Flaherty.
"Bill 92 ensures that these selfless volunteers and their families will not suffer hardship
should they be injured in the course of their volunteer duties."
Bill 92 does that by:
allowing municipalities to select the amount of coverage to which their volunteers
are entitled;
ensuring volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers can continue to collect
employment benefits from their regular full time or part-time employer; and
requiring that full or part-time employers offer re-employment to workers injured
as a result of their volunteer fire and ambulance duties, and participate in return -
to -work programs.
In addition, Bill 92 reduces red tape for municipalities by not requiring them to collect
earnings information on each of their volunteers and report it to the Workplace Safety
and InslUrar:ce '?eard.
The minister thanked Ted Amott (MPP Wellington) for recently introducing a private
member's bill on the same subject, and applauded the all -party support which ensured
Bill 92's speedy passage.
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Contacts:
Belinda Sutton
Communications and Marketing Branch
Ministry of Labour
(416) 326-7405
(Ce document est aussi disponible en frangais)
Nancy Daigneault
Communications Advisor
To the Minister of Labour
(416) 326-7703
Visit the Ministry of Labour World Wide Web site at http://www.gov.on.ca/LAB/main.htm
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Office of the
Parliamentary
to the Premier
Bureau de
Assistant I'adjoint parliamentaire
du premier ministre
Room 6521, Whitney Block
Queens Park, Toronto
Ontario M7A 1 Al
Dear Friends:
Edifice Whitney, bureau 6521
Queeen's Park, Toronto
(Ontario) M7A 1A1
Ontario
On behalf of Mike Harris, Premier of Ontario, it is -ny pleasure- once- apifn-Foinvi you to
participate in the Ontario Volunteer Service Awards and the Outstanding Achievement
Awards for Voluntarism. These programs provide an opportunity to nominate volunteers,
groups, and businesses to receive recognition for their valuable contributions. Information
brochures and nomination forms are enclosed to provide you with details about the
application and selection process, as well as deadlines for submissions.
Voluntarism has a strong tradition in Ontario. I encourage you to nominate volunteers so
that they can receive the honour they so richly deserve. Award ceremonies will be held
across Ontario beginning in March 1999, so that we can demonstrate our appreciation of
the many volunteers who generously contribute to the quality of life in our province.
If you are an umbrella organization with member groups in Ontario, please share this
information your colleagues. The Honours and Awards Unit of the Ministry of Citizenship,
Culture and Recreation will supply additional copies of the brochures and nomination
forms for distribution as requested. They can be reached at (416) 314-7256.
I am also pleased to enclose an executive summary of the inaugural meeting of the
Premier's Round Table on Voluntary Action. The Premier's Round Table was established
to bring together representatives of the voluntary sector, business, and government to
create a plan of action to strengthen volunteerism and improve the quality of life in
Ontario's communities.
I look forward to having the opportunity to meet and personally thank some of the many
volunteers who help to make our province a better place to live.
Yours very truly,
Marilyn Mushinski, MPP
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