170202 Council Budget MINATTENDANCE
Mayor Stephen Molnar Deputy Mayor Dave Beres
Councillor Maxwell Adam
Councillor Penny Esseltine Councillor Jim Hayes
Councillor Chris Rosehart
Councillor Brian Stephenson
Staff:
David Calder, CAO Donna Wilson, Town Clerk
Dave Rushton, Director of Finance/Treasurer
Kevin DeLeeBeeck, Director of Operations Rick Cox, Director of Recreation, Culture & Parks
Jeff Smith, Fire Chief Tricia Smith, Deputy Clerk
1.Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:01 p.m.
2.Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Budget Council Meeting of Thursday, February 2,
2017, be adopted.
Carried
3.Moment of Silence
4.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared.
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
BUDGET COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, February 02, 2017
1:00 PM
Council Chambers
200 Broadway, 2nd Floor
MINUTES
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5. Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting
5.1. Minutes, January 27, 2017
Minutes, January 27, 2017
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
Resolution #2
THAT the Minutes of the Budget Council Meeting of January 27, 2017 be approved.
Carried
6. Information
6.1. CT Pilot Program Steering Committee Letter to Council
Letter to Tillsonburg Town Council - CT Pilot Program Steering Committee
John Preston, Community Transportation Coordinator appeared before Council to
speak to the motion on the agenda regarding funding for the Transportation Pilot
program.
Notice was received from the Ministry of Transportation that funding for the Community
Transportation Pilot Grant Program has been extended for an additional year. Up to a
maximum of $50,000 in funding would be available for operating costs.
A request was made for Council to defer the Motion to Deny Funding for the
Transportation Program until the Business Plan for the T:GO CALL-N-RIDE Program
has been submitted to and reviewed by Council.
The Transportation Pilot Steering Committee will be presenting a report and business
plan to Council on February 13, 2017.
Council recommended a review of the fee structure and consideration of other revenue
sources for the long-term sustainability of the transportation program.
The CT Pilot Program Steering Committee to include future uses of the TGO bus in the
report to Council.
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
Resolution #3
THAT Council receive the CT Pilot Program Steering Committee Letter;
AND THAT the information, be forwarded to Resolution #9 on the Agenda for
deliberation.
Carried
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7. Finance
7.1. RCP 17-14 Budget Issue Paper - Tillsonburg Cultural Improvement Alliance
Update
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
Resolution #4
THAT Council receive Report RCP 17-14, Budget Issue Paper - Tillsonburg Cultural
Improvement Alliance Update;
AND THAT the information, be forwarded to Resolution #8 on the Agenda for
deliberation.
Carried
7.2. Notice of Motion Financial Summary
Notice of Motion Financial Summary
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
Resolution #5
THAT Council receive the Notice of Motion Financial Summary, as information.
Carried
8. Notice of Motions for which previous Notice was given
Operating Budget Impact:
Council directed staff to provide a supplemental report regarding the level of service that
could be provided for beautification efforts within a $25,000 budget.
Motion to Amend Main Motion
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the motion on the floor be amended to state that the cost not to exceed $25,000.
Carried
Resolution #6
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT an enhanced town-wide beautification program be launched in 2017 in Tillsonburg
under the direction of Parks & Facilities. This service to include the planting, watering and
ongoing maintenance of flowers, shrubs and trees at 18 of the 36 garden locations identified
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in Report RCP 17-09, including the downtown flower urn initiative at a cost not to exceed
$25,000;
AND FURTHER THAT supporting groups and organizations be encouraged to contribute
financially to the project;
AND FURTHER THAT a report detailing the outcome of the program be brought to council
in the fall of 2017 for consideration regarding the continuation of the program in subsequent
years.
Carried
Council moved to Resolution #9 on the Agenda
Motion to Defer
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the motion on the floor be deferred until the CT Pilot Program Steering Committee
can present their 2017 Budget and Business Plan to Council.
Carried
Resolution #9
Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the $50,000 request for the Community Transportation Project, be removed from the
2017 budget and any funding from Municipal taxation be denied.
Deferred
Council resumed the Order of Business
Resolution #7
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Adam
THAT the budget allocation of $5,000 for three pole sleeves in the Building, Planning & By-
Law budget, be removed.
Carried
Resolution #8
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Adam
THAT Tillsonburg Council remove the $22,600 allocation toward the continued development
and growth of the Tillsonburg Cultural Improvement Alliance in the 2017 budget.
Carried
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Resolution #10
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT the budget allocation of $12,000 for the Mission to Asia, be removed from the 2017
Economic Development & Marketing Business Plan.
Defeated
Capital Budget Impact:
Resolution #11
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT the following motion from the Council Budget Meeting of January 27, 2017:
"Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT a dog park be included in the Recreation, Culture & Parks 2017 Budget and Business
Plans for the amount up to a maximum of $40,000;
AND THAT the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee be notified of Council’s decision
immediately so that fundraising may begin and a suitable site may be determined",
"Carried", be reconsidered.
Defeated
Resolution #12
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
WHEREAS the scope of the Potter's Road sidewalk (Oxford County Rd. 37) project valued
at $45,000 proposes to construct sidewalks on both sides of the roadway;
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff consult with the County about reducing the scope of the
project to construct a sidewalk on one side of the roadway only.
Defeated
Resolution #13
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT the Asphalt Resurfacing Program valued at $250,000 (Operating Services), be
reduced by twenty percent to achieve $50,000 in cost savings (Taxation) in the 2017 Town
budget.
Defeated
Council recessed at 4:11 p.m.
Council resumed at 4:20 p.m.
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Resolution #14
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT Council continue to postpone the $30,000 in funding for the Coronation Park Pavilion.
Carried
Resolution #15
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT the Downtown Parking Lot Study in the amount of $35,000, be removed from the
2017 Town Budget and the Economic Development & Marketing Business Plan.
Defeated
Resolution #16
Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the Highway 3 development of the intersection, be removed from the 2017 budget
and postponed to the 2018 year budget given the uncertainty of investment and of the
NAFTA renegotiation.
Withdrawn
Motions
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT as per the Solid Waste and Recycling Agreement signed between the Town and the
County of Oxford (dated June 12, 2008) which expires on June 30, 2018, that staff be
directed to begin any renegotiations with the County in advance of the expiry date, and that
a report be provided to Council in Q3-4 of 2017.
Carried
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Council direct staff to include in the 2017 Business Plan, direction to provide Council
with options for a permanent way to recognize and celebrate the Favourite Son/Daughter
award recipients;
AND FURTHER THAT the Special Awards Advisory Committee and the HBC Advisory
Committee be involved in the review, if and when appropriate;
AND FURTHER THAT any recommendations to Council, be received by the end of Q2,
2017.
Carried
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Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Council endorse an addition to the Business Plan for 2017 – Volunteer Appreciation
Event at a budget value of $3,500.00, to be financed by 3rd party revenue sponsorship.
Carried
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Adam
THAT Council direct staff to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tillsonburg
BIA to include in part references to responsibilities and contributions to Town beautification
efforts.
Carried
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT $50,000 for Community Transportation be removed from the requirement from
taxation and that the funds be derived from reserves;
AND FURTHER THAT the $30,000 from the Recreation Strategic Master Plan be
demonstrated as a reduction in a requirement from taxation.
Carried
9. Budget Resolution
Resolution #17
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the final 2017 Budget, be brought forward for the February 13, 2017 Council Meeting
for consideration.
Carried
10. By-Laws
By-Laws from the Meeting of February 2, 2017
By-Law 4077
Resolution #18
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT By-Law 4077, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 2nd
day of February, 2017, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the
Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the
corporate seal thereunto.
Carried
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11. Adjournment
Resolution #19
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT the Budget Council Meeting of February 02, 2017, be adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
Carried
Table of Contents
Agenda 2
Minutes, January 27, 2017
Minutes, January 27, 2017 7
CT Pilot Program Steering Committee Letter to Council
Letter to Tillsonburg Town Council - CT Pilot Program
Steering Committee 14
Notice of Motion Financial Summary
Notice of Motion Financial Summary 15
By-Law 4077, To confirm the proceedings of Council
By-Law 4077 16
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1.Call to Order
2.Adoption of Agenda
Proposed Resolution #1
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Budget Council Meeting of Thursday, February 2,
2017, be adopted.
3.Moment of Silence
4.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
5.Adoption of Council Minutes of Previous Meeting
5.1. Minutes, January 27, 2017
Minutes, January 27, 2017
Proposed Resolution #2
THAT the Minutes of the Budget Council Meeting of January 27, 2017 be approved.
6. Information
6.1. CT Pilot Program Steering Committee Letter to Council
Letter to Tillsonburg Town Council - CT Pilot Program Steering Committee
Proposed Resolution #3
THAT Council receive the CT Pilot Program Steering Committee Letter;
AND THAT the information, be forwarded to Resolution #8 on the Agenda for
deliberation.
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
BUDGET COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, February 02, 2017
1:00 PM
Council Chambers
200 Broadway, 2nd Floor
AGENDA
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Council Meeting – Agenda 2
7. Finance
7.1. RCP 17-14 Budget Issue Paper - Tillsonburg Cultural Improvement Alliance
Update (Report to be circulated at the Budget Meeting)
Proposed Resolution #4
THAT Council receive Report RCP 17-14, Budget Issue Paper - Tillsonburg Cultural
Improvement Alliance Update;
AND THAT the information, be forwarded to Resolution #8 on the Agenda for
deliberation.
7.2. Notice of Motion Financial Summary
Notice of Motion Financial Summary
Proposed Resolution #5
THAT Council receive the Notice of Motion Financial Summary, as information.
8.Notice of Motions for which previous Notice was given
Operating Budget Impact:
Proposed Resolution #6
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT an enhanced town-wide beautification program be launched in 2017 in Tillsonburg
under the direction of Parks & Facilities. This service to include the planting, watering and
ongoing maintenance of flowers, shrubs and trees at garden locations identified in Report
RCP 17-09, including the downtown flower urn initiative;
AND FURTHER THAT supporting groups and organizations be encouraged to contribute
financially to the project;
AND FURTHER THAT a report detailing the outcome of the program be brought to council
in the fall of 2017 for consideration regarding the continuation of the program in subsequent
years.
Proposed Resolution #7
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT the budget allocation of $5,000 for three pole sleeves in the Building, Planning & By-
Law budget, be removed.
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Council Meeting – Agenda 3
Proposed Resolution #8
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Tillsonburg Council remove the $22,600 allocation toward the continued development
and growth of the Tillsonburg Cultural Improvement Alliance in the 2017 budget.
Proposed Resolution #9
Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres
THAT the $50,000 request for the Community Transportation Project, be removed from the
2017 budget and any funding from Municipal taxation be denied.
Proposed Resolution #10
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the budget allocation of $12,000 for the Mission to Asia, be removed from the 2017
Economic Development & Marketing Business Plan.
Capital Budget Impact:
Proposed Resolution #11
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the following motion from the Council Budget Meeting of January 27, 2017:
"Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT a dog park be included in the Recreation, Culture & Parks 2017 Budget and Business
Plans for the amount up to a maximum of $40,000; AND THAT the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Committee be notified of Council’s decision immediately so that fundraising may
begin and a suitable site may be determined", "Carried", be reconsidered.
Proposed Resolution #12
Moved By: Councillor Adam
WHEREAS the scope of the Potter's Road sidewalk (Oxford County Rd. 37) project valued
at $45,000 proposes to construct sidewalks on both sides of the roadway;
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff consult with the County about reducing the scope of the
project to construct a sidewalk on one side of the roadway only.
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Council Meeting – Agenda 4
Proposed Resolution #13
Moved By: Councillor Adam
THAT the Asphalt Resurfacing Program valued at $250,000 (Operating Services), be
reduced by twenty percent to achieve $50,000 in cost savings (Taxation) in the 2017 Town
budget.
Proposed Resolution #14
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT Council continue to postpone the $30,000 in funding for the Coronation Park Pavilion.
Proposed Resolution #15
Moved By: Councillor Adam
THAT the Downtown Parking Lot Study in the amount of $35,000, be removed from the
2017 Town Budget and the Economic Development & Marketing Business Plan.
Proposed Resolution #16
Moved By: Deputy Mayor Beres
THAT the Highway 3 development of the intersection, be removed from the 2017 budget
and postponed to the 2018 year budget given the uncertainty of investment and of the
NAFTA renegotiation.
9. Budget Resolution
Proposed Resolution #17
THAT the final 2017 Budget, be brought forward for the February 13, 2017 Council Meeting
for consideration.
10. By-Laws
By-Laws from the Meeting of February 2, 2017
By-Law 4077
Proposed Resolution #18
THAT By-Law 4077, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 2nd
day of February, 2017, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the
Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the
corporate seal thereunto.
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11. Adjournment
Proposed Resolution #19
THAT the Budget Council Meeting of February 02, 2017, be adjourned at _____ p.m.
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ATTENDANCE
Mayor Stephen Molnar Councillor Maxwell Adam
Councillor Penny Esseltine Councillor Jim Hayes Councillor Chris Rosehart
Councillor Brian Stephenson
Regrets: Deputy Mayor Dave Beres
Staff:
David Calder, CAO
Donna Wilson, Town Clerk Dave Rushton, Director of Finance/Treasurer
Kevin DeLeeBeeck, Director of Operations
Jeff Smith, Fire Chief Janelle Costantino, Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer
Janet McCurdy, Recreation Programs & Services Manager
Julie Player, Human Resources Payroll Coordinator Tricia Smith, Deputy Clerk
1.Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m.
2.Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Budget Council meeting of January 27, 2017, be
adopted.
Carried
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
BUDGET COUNCIL MEETING
Friday, January 27, 2017
9:00 AM
Council Chambers
200 Broadway, 2nd Floor
MINUTES
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Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT for the purposes of the Council Budget Meeting of January 27, 2017, and as provided
for in Procedural By-law 3511 that Councillor Hayes, be designated as Chair for the
purposes of conducting the said meeting in the absence of the designated Chair (Mayor).
Carried
3. Moment of Silence
4. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared.
5. Adoption of Minutes from the previous meeting
5.1. Minutes, January 24, 2017
Minutes, January 24, 2017
Proposed Resolution #2
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT the Minutes of the Budget Council Meeting of January 24, 2017, be approved.
Carried
6. Closed Session
Proposed Resolution #3
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Council move into Closed Session to consider:
Personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board
employees (Operation Services).
Carried
Council moved into Closed Session at 9:07 a.m.
Council resumed regular session at 10:30 a.m.
7. Finance
7.1. FIN 17-02 Building Permit Cost Stabilization Reserve Fund
FIN 17-02 Building Permit Cost Stabilization Reserve Fund
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Resolution #4
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Adam
THAT Council receives report FIN 17-02 Building Permit Cost Stabilization Reserve
Fund, as information;
AND THAT Council acknowledges the enabling authority of the Building Code Act and
establishes the Cost Stabilization Reserve Fund as an obligatory reserve fund.
Carried
7.2. RCP 17-08 Budget Issue Paper: Dog Park Project Update
RCP 17-08 - Budget Issue Paper - Dog Park Project Update
Council to consider the designation of a portion of the revenues from all dog licenses to
a reserve fund for the dog park as part of the review of the Rates & Fees By-Law.
Resolution #5
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT Report RCP 17-08, Budget Issue Paper – Dog Park Project Update, be received
for information.
Carried
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Stephenson
THAT a dog park be included in the Recreation, Culture & Parks 2017 Budget and
Business Plans for the amount up to a maximum of $40,000;
AND THAT the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee be notified of Council’s
decision immediately so that fundraising may begin and a suitable site may be
determined.
Carried
7.3. RCP 17-03 – Budget Issue Paper – Diamond Signage
RCP 17-03 - Budget Issue Paper - Diamond Signage
Staff to review alternative types of signage for the outfield fences in Memorial Park.
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Resolution #6
Moved By: Councillor Hayes Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT Report RCP 17-03, Budget Issue Paper – Diamond Signage, be received for
information.
Carried
7.4. RCP 17-13 – Ontario 150 Community Celebration Grant Update
RCP 17-13 - Ontario 150 Community Celebration Grant Update
Letter from Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Resolution #7
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart Seconded By: Councillor Hayes
THAT Report RCP 17-13, Ontario 150 Community Celebration Grant Update, be
received for information.
Carried
7.5. 2017 Community Grant Request Summary
2017 Community Grant Request Summary
Community Grant Requests
Staff to review the reutilization of equipment from beautification efforts.
Staff to provide information to Council on the in-kind contributions made by the Town to
the Fair.
Resolution #8
Moved By: Councillor Stephenson Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Council receive the 2017 Community Grant Request Summary, as information.
Carried
Council recessed for Lunch at 11:57 a.m.
The Mayor left the meeting at 12:45 p.m. and Councillor Hayes assumed the Chair.
Council resumed at 12:45 p.m.
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7.6. 2017 Budget: Council Discussion & Directions
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Tillsonburg has received applications for
granting funding from various community groups during the 2017 budget sessions;
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the following groups are awarded the following dollar
amounts:
Tillsonburg & District Multi-Service Centre ($10,000);
Tillsonburg Station Arts Centre ($35,000);
Town of Tillsonburg Cultural Advisory Committee ($10,000);
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ingersoll, Tillsonburg & Area ($3,000);
Lake Lisgar Revitalization Committee ($3,500);
Upper Deck Youth Centre ($2,000);
Tillsonburg Turtlefest ($10,000);
Tillsonburg Fair ($2,000)
Carried
Notice of Motions:
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT an enhanced town-wide beautification program be launched in 2017 in
Tillsonburg under the direction of Parks & Facilities. This service to include the
planting, watering and ongoing maintenance of flowers, shrubs and trees at garden
locations identified in Report RCP 17-09, including the downtown flower urn initiative;
AND FURTHER THAT supporting groups and organizations be encouraged to
contribute financially to the project;
AND FURTHER THAT a report detailing the outcome of the program, be brought to
council in the fall of 2017 for consideration regarding the continuation of the program in
subsequent years.
Moved By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT Council continue to postpone $30,000 in funding for the Coronation Park
Pavilion.
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Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT the budget allocation of $5,000.00 for three pole sleeves in the Building, Planning
& By-Law budget be removed.
Moved By: Councillor Adam
THAT the Downtown Parking Lot Study in the amount of $35,000, be removed from the
2017 Town budget and the Economic Development & Marketing Business Plan.
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT Tillsonburg Council remove the $22,600 allocation toward the continued
development and growth of the Tillsonburg Cultural Improvement Alliance in the 2017
budget.
Moved By: Councillor Adam
WHEREAS the scope of the Potter’s Road sidewalk (Oxford County Rd. 37) project
valued at $45,000.00 proposes to construct sidewalks on both sides of the roadway;
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT staff consult with the County about reducing the scope of
the project to construct a sidewalk on one side of the roadway only.
7.7. 2017 Tax Levy Resolution
Resolution to be added to the February 2, 2017 Budget Council meeting Agenda for
deliberation.
Resolution #9
Moved By: Seconded By:
THAT Council receive the 2017 Budget Package;
AND THAT Council approve a tax levy rate increase of 3.3% and the tax supported
operating budget of $12,865,100.00 and capital budget of $1,206,600.00.
8. By-Laws
By-Laws from the Meeting of January 27, 2017.
By-Law 4076
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Resolution #10
Moved By: Councillor Adam Seconded By: Councillor Esseltine
THAT By-Law 4076, To confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on the 27th
day of January, 2017, be read for a first, second and third and final reading and that the
Mayor and the Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the same, and place the
corporate seal thereunto.
Carried
9. Adjournment
Resolution #11
Moved By: Councillor Esseltine Seconded By: Councillor Rosehart
THAT the Budget Council Meeting of January 27, 2017, be adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
Carried
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Hello Councilors:
It has come to our attention that a member of council is planning to put forward a motion
to deny the request for $50,000 to the T:GO community transportation initiative.
This is extremely disconcerting as we have demonstrated a legitimate need in this
community and coincidentally it is a need in many smaller communities across the province. A number of studies, two of which were conducted locally by the Social
Planning Council of Oxford clearly illustrate the need for all citizens to have access to
affordable transportation in order for them to feel included and a vital part of society.
The Tillsonburg Community Strategic plan also outlines that “Town Senior
Management explore viability of alternative transportation options such as community transportation, car share programs and bike share programs”, an action item which our
group is undertaking on behalf of council.
We as a committee of council are respectfully asking that the motion be deferred
until all council members have an opportunity to study our business plan which
is currently in draft and almost finalized. It will be ready for a February presentation to council. We are concerned that councilors may be making a decision without having all of the facts at their disposal. A decision which will kill
this initiative in its tracks. We would be pleased to discuss this with you further
as well.
What I can safely say is that additional funding which we are pursuing is contingent on the town showing support by contributing as well. The most common question asked by
potential funders is “How is the town supporting this financially?” If the town fails to
support this initiative by applying for the gas tax refund and making the requisite
financial commitment the T:GO bus will not survive, leaving all of its subscribers
stranded, leading to loss of employment, businesses losing employees and yet other businesses no longer having this clientele spending their disposable income
there…because they will again be stuck at home.
This bus system is evolving. It is a new idea and all new ideas need time to blossom
into a viable concept.
The town's contribution presents an opportunity to apply for the gas tax refunds to access to gas tax dollars available, which coincidentally the Ontario government
announced this week it is increasing because it knows mobility for all citizens is a clearly
demonstrated need. More and more communities across the province are doing this to
meet the needs of their citizens. I am hoping that we can be a forward looking,
progressive community.
Respectfully, John Verbakel
Chair, Tillsonburg Community Transportation Program
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Budget Deliberation - Effect of proposed changes on Operating BudgetItemDepartment Impact on TaxationOntario 150 Grant Revenue - unawarded by Province 455 70,000Ontario 150 Grant Expense- unawarded by Province 455 (70,000)Town wide Beautification - Expenses450 84,500Town wide Beautification - Revenue450 (19,500)Pole Sleeves180 (5,000)CIA program - Salary Expense475 (22,600)Transit - Grant Revenue100 37,500Transit - Expenses100 (87,500)SOMA Trip - Expense505 (12,000)SOMA Trip - Revenue505 6,000Budget Deliberation - Effect of proposed changes on Capital BudgetItemDepartment TaxReserves (DC/Gen)Parks Strategic Master Plan - Approved by resolution January 10, 2017460 (30,000)Dog Park - Approved by resolution January 27, 201745040,000Town wide Beautification - Expenses130 46,160Potter Road - remove 1 side of sidewalk220 (22,500)Annual Paving Program220 (50,000)Postponement of Coronation Park Pavillion450 - Downtown Parking Lot Study505(35,000)Highway 3 Widening505(550,000)Impact on Taxation15
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF TILLSONBURG
BY-LAW NUMBER 4077
BEING A BY-LAW to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held on
the 02nd day of February, 2017.
WHEREAS Section 5 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that the
powers of a municipal corporation shall be exercised by its council;
AND WHEREAS Section 5 (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, provides that
municipal powers shall be exercised by by-law;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of the
Town of Tillsonburg at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law;
NOW THEREFORE THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
TOWN OF TILLSONBURG ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. All actions of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg at its
meeting held on February 02, 2017, with respect to every report, motion, by-law, or
other action passed and taken by the Council, including the exercise of natural
person powers, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if all such
proceedings were expressly embodied in this or a separate by-law.
2. The Mayor and the Clerk are authorized and directed to do all the things necessary
to give effect to the action of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of
Tillsonburg referred to in the preceding section.
3. The Mayor and the Clerk are authorized and directed to execute all documents
necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the seal of The Corporation of the Town
of Tillsonburg.
4. This by-law shall come into full force and effect on the day of passing.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 02nd DAY of February, 2017.
READ A THIRD AND FINAL TIME AND PASSED THIS 02nd DAY of February, 2017.
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MAYOR – Stephen Molnar
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TOWN CLERK – Donna Wilson
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