THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKES MINUTES - COUNCIL MEETING Friday, January 13, 2017 A Regular Meeting of Council was held on Friday, January 13, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices, Port Carling, Ontario. PRESENT: OFFICIALS PRESENT: Mayor Don Furniss, S. McDonald - CAO left at 12:30 pm C. Mortimer - Clerk COUNCILLORS: T. Guthrie - Clerk's Assistant Sandy Currie L. Forbes - Planning Assistant Allen Edwards D. Pink - Director of Planning Phil Harding R. Allen - Senior Planner Donelda Hayes B. Sharpe - Development Planner Terry Ledger Ruth Nishikawa REGRETS: Jean-Ann Baranik Linda Barrick-Spearn Gault McTaggart 1. Call to Order a. Mayor Furniss called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. 2. Adoption of Agenda a. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the agenda. Resolution Number C-1-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the January 13, 2017 Council agenda be amended to add an additional litigation or potential litigation matter to item 12.a. Council in Closed Session. Resolution Number C-2-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the January 13, 2017 Council agenda be amended to add item 10.c. Consideration of a resolution - request for support by the Town of Fort Frances. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 1 of 16
Resolution Number C-3-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the Council Meeting agenda dated January 13, 2017 be adopted as amended. 3. Disclosure of Interest a. None. 4. Receipt / Adoption of Minutes a. Consideration of a resolution to receive the Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes held on December 15, 2016. A copy of the minutes is attached. Resolution Number C-4-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes held on December 15, 2016 be received. b. Consideration of a resolution to adopt the Council Meeting minutes held on December 16, 2016. A copy of the minutes is attached. In response to Council, the Mayor indicated that the correspondence requested as a result of the December 16, 2016 Council Meeting resolution C-27-16/12/16 (item 10.c of the minutes - Rehabilitation Plan for Portage Landing) had been issued and would be provided to Council. Resolution Number C-5-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Hayes: Be it resolved that the Council Meeting minutes dated December 16, 2016 be adopted. 5. Delegations and Petitions a. The following delegations were received at 11:55 a.m.; 1. Brad Braden, agent, attended at 11:55 am Re: item 10.a, By-law 2016-109, Butterfly Lake Resort Inc. (Refer to item 10.a.) 2. Dave Marynuik & Dan Johnson attended at 12:40 pm Re: item 10.a, By-law 2016-109, Butterfly Lake Resort Inc. (Refer to item 10.a.) COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 2 of 16
6. Business Arising from the Minutes a. Report from the Clerk Re: Action Items from Committee of the Whole. A copy of the report is attached. 7. Public Meetings Resolution Number C-6-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the following recommendations be enacted for action: - December 15, 2016 Committee of the Whole meeting recommendations 3 to 8, 10 to 13, 15, 17 and 18 a. Other Public Meetings 1. None. b. Zoning Amendment Applications (in conjunction with Previously Heard Consent Application) 1. By-law 2016-155, ZBA-56/16, Pink, Part of Lot 5, Concession 11, Parts 1-4 on Plan 35R-24192, (Cardwell), Roll # 1-5-061-20. A copy of the report is attached. CONCURRENT WITH CONSENT APPLICATIONS B/69/70/16/ML Mr. Sharpe explained the history, nature and location of the application/property. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Sharpe read the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Sharpe summarized the following letters, copies of which are attached. ii) Letter of objection from Paul Trudell. iii) Letter of objection from Paul Verkuyl. iv) Letter of objection Grant and Lori Morris. v) Letter of objection from Wayne McEachern on behalf of the Ware family. vi) Letter of objection from Steve Young. vii) Letter of objection from Matt Robbins. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 3 of 16
Mr. Jim Dyment, Agent, MHBC Planning, 113 Collier Street, Barrie, ON, L4M 1H2, attended the meeting. Mr. Dyment explained he had been retained by the Pink s to provide Council with an independent review of the applications. Mr. Dyment indicated he had recommended to Committee of Adjustment that a consent agreement be required to address any concerns with the existing road, review access by emergency services, a site plan agreement be required as a condition of approval, and a scoped Environmental Impact Assessment. He also suggested the northerly lot (Retained Lot #2) be zoned to prevent any further lot creation of those lands. Mr. Dyment indicated time was required to address the concerns of the neighbours and Committee of Adjustment. He requested a deferral of the by-law amendment so that the Fire Chief could assess the roadway and provide comment, and to complete an Environmental Impact Assessment. No one attended in support of or in opposition to the application. Council had no questions. It was the consensus of Council to defer the application. 2. By-law 2016-156, ZBA-63/16, Hawke, Part of Lot 31, Concession 4, Part of Lots 49, 50 & 51 on Plan 1, (Port Carling), Roll # 5-8-017. A copy of the report is attached. CONCURRENT WITH CONSENT APPLICATION B/73/16/ML Mr. Sharpe explained the history, nature, and location of the applications/property. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Sharpe reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. ii) Letter from W. Anthony Cauch. Mr. Sharpe reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Greg Corbett, agent, Planscape, 104 Kimberley Avenue, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1Z8, attended the meeting. He provided a brief review of the application and noted the District Municipality of Muskoka s easement restricts building locations. Mr. Corbett indicated he was available to answer questions. No one attended in support of or in opposition to the application. In response to Council s questions, Mr. Sharpe reviewed Official Plan policies that address exceptions to lot sizes where more than one dwelling exists. Mr. Pink, Director of Planning arrived to the meeting at 9:28 am. 3. By-law 2016-157, ZBA-64/16, Gammon & Hawkins, Part of Lot 17, Concession G, Parts 1 to 4 on Plan 35R-3792, Part 1 on Plan 35R-3792, (Medora), Roll #'s 6-16- 036/036-01/035. A copy of the report is attached. CONCURRENT WITH CONSENT APPLICATION B/74/75/76/16/ML COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 4 of 16
Mr. Sharpe explained the history, nature, and location of the applications/properties. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Sharpe reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Savas Varadas, agent, Plan Muskoka, P.O. Box 5384, Huntsville, ON, P1H 2K7, attended the meeting. Mr. Varadas concurred with the staff recommendations. He provided a brief review of the purpose and effect of the application. Mr. Varadas indicated he was available to answer questions and requested that if the property is rezoned to Rural Commercial (RuC5-S), to permit an interior side yard setback of 30 feet. No one attended in support of or in opposition to the application. In response to Council s question, Mr. Pink indicated plantings, to enhance the Scenic Corridor, would be addressed through the site plan process. Mr. Steve MacDonald, applicant, PO Box 120, Bala, ON, P0C 1A0, attended the meeting. In response to Council s question, Mr. MacDonald indicated the D4 study cost approximately $5,000. He stated his plan was to construct an appealing building without clutter. If Council required him to push the proposed development back to comply with the 100 foot front yard setback, he could comply, however a number of trees would require removal. Mr. MacDonald noted his intent was to enhance the buffer in the front yard with additional plantings. Council held a discussion regarding the Scenic Corridor and open storage. c. Zoning Amendment Applications 1. By-law 2016-142, ZBA-57/16, 1842734 Ontario Inc., Part of Lot 38 on Plan 1, Water Lots in front of Lots 36 & 38, (Port Carling), Roll # 5-3-024. A copy of the report is attached. Mr. Allen explained the history, nature, and location of the application/property. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Allen reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Stefan Szczerbak, agent, Planscape, 104 Kimberley Avenue, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1Z8, attended the meeting. Mr. Szczerbak indicated he concurred with the recommendations in the staff report. He noted the result of the proposed zoning would provide flexibility to rent space to tenants without requiring a zoning by-law amendment to permit any new proposed uses. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 5 of 16
In regard to the property which is composed of two lots, Mr. Szczerbak suggested Council could deem the lots as one for planning purposes. He noted the applicants are investigating whether these lots have merged in title. Mr. Szczerbak indicated he was available to answer questions. No one attended in support of the application. Mr. Eric Luks, 95 Joseph Street, Box 465, Port Carling, ON, P0B 1J0, attended the meeting. Mr. Luks indicated he was concerned with the flexibility of the proposed bylaw and permitting a tavern and place of amusement as uses due to potential for noise, and general disturbances. The lack of parking in the area would also be further impacted. Mr. Luks felt a proposed new zoning category should be circulated to a larger area. Ms. Cathy McCarthy, applicant, 12 Joseph St., Port Carling, ON, P0B 1J0, attended the meeting. In response to Council s questions, Ms. McCarthy indicated that they are trying to generate funds to construct the boardwalk. She advised that the purpose of the by-law is to appeal to a variety of tenants to fill the available space without having to gain planning approvals for each new potential tenant. Council held a lengthy discussion regarding parking, permitted uses and heritage. 2. By-law 2016-148, ZBA-61/16, Holland, Part of Lot 16, Concession 12, Parts 1 to 3 on Plan 35R-14088, (Medora), Roll # 4-19-007. A copy of the report is attached. Mr. Allen explained the history, nature, and location of the application/property. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Allen reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. ii) Letter of support from David Simpson. Mr. Allen reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Greg Corbett, agent, Planscape, 104 Kimberley Avenue, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1Z8, attended the meeting. Mr. Corbett explained the property has 330 feet of actual frontage but 291 feet of straight-line frontage. The property is also adjacent to an unopened Road Allowance. He reviewed the purpose and effect of the application and noted the use of the smaller dwelling would be converted to a storage building. Mr. Corbett indicated he was available to answer questions. No one attended in support of or in opposition to the application. Council held a discussion regarding the change of use of the smaller dwelling to a storage building only and how to ensure that it is not converted back to habitable space in the future. Mr. Pink suggested Council could impose site plan control and include it in the site plan agreement. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 6 of 16
3. By-law 2016-153, ZBA-62/16, Cranberry Cove Holdings Ltd., Concession F, Part Lot 15, Plan 35R-5958, Part 1, and Plan 35R-11290, Parts 2 and 3, (Medora), Roll #'s 6-17-005/005-04/005-05. A copy of the report is attached. Mr. Allen explained the history, nature, and location of the application/property. Submissions were received as follows: i) Letter from the District Municipality of Muskoka. Mr. Allen reviewed the letter, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Shawn Leon, agent, 46 Fairway Heights Drive, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3A9, attended the meeting. Mr. Leon explained the property has been used as an addiction treatment centre for a number of years and the proposed by-law amendment will recognize that use. Mr. Leon indicated he had no concerns with staff s recommendations. No one attended in support of the application. Mr. Robert Rayment, 12635 Kennedy Road, Caledon, ON, l7c 3W6, attended the meeting. Mr. Rayment expressed concern regarding clientele from the treatment centre trespassing onto his lands. He felt the intrusions were an invasion of his privacy. Mr. Rayment requested the clients of the treatment centre be better informed as to where they are permitted. Council requested that Mr. Leon and Mr. Rayment work together to resolve this matter. 8. By-laws a. By-law 2016-155, Pink, Part of Lot 5, Concession 11, Parts 1-4 on Plan 35R-24192, (Cardwell), Roll # 4-5-061-20 As it was the consensus of Council to defer this application, By-law 2016-155 was not considered. b. By-law 2016-156, Hawke, Part of Lot 31, Concession 4, Part of Lots 49, 50 & 51 on Plan 1, (Port Carling), Roll # 5-8-017 Resolution Number C-7-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-156, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, (Hawke, Roll # 5-8-017) be read a first and second time. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 7 of 16
Resolution Number C-8-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Nishikawa: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-156, (Hawke, Roll # 5-8-017) be read a third time and finally passed. c. By-law 2016-157, Gammon & Hawkins, Part of Lot 17, Concession G, Parts 1 to 4 on Plan 35R-3792, Part 1 on Plan 35R-3792, (Medora), Roll #'s 6-16-036/036-01/035 Resolution Number C-9-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Hayes: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-157, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, (Gammon & Hawkins, Roll #'s 6-16-036/036-01/035) be read a first and second time. Resolution Number C-10-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Hayes: Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes amend By-law 2016-157, (Gammon & Hawkins, Roll #'s 6-16-036/036-01/035) and this amendment is minor in nature and does not require further public circulation and is hereby approved prior to third reading. The amendment shall consist of an exemption from Section 3.43 of Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, as amended, to permit new land uses to be within 500 metres (1,640 feet) from the waste footprints of inactive/ closed landfills; and that the resultant lot in Application B/76/16/ML be rezoned to Rural Commercial (RuC5-S) with the same restriction on uses, a minimum interior side yard setback of 30 feet and a restriction that any open storage must be located behind the buildings and/or structures on the property. Resolution Number C-11-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-157, (Gammon & Hawkins, Roll #'s 6-16-036/036-01/035) be read a third time and finally passed. d. By-law 2016-142, 1842734 Ontario Inc., Part of Lot 38 on Plan 1, Water Lots in front of Lots 36 & 38, (Port Carling), Roll # 5-3-024 Resolution Number C-12-13/01/17 COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 8 of 16
Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-142, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14 (1842734 Ontario Inc., Roll #5-3- 024) be read a first and second time. Resolution Number C-13-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes amend By-law 2016-142, (1842734 Ontario Inc., Roll #'s 5-3-024) and this amendment is minor in nature and does not require further public circulation and is hereby approved prior to third reading. The minor amendment shall consist of: 1. restricting a dwelling to the second storey only 2. remove the permitted use of recreational vehicle and equipment centre 3. addition of artist studio and cultural centre as permitted uses 4. that both lots be deemed as one for planning purposes 5. that the rear yard setback for sundecks, stairs, ramps and landings be reduced to 3 feet Resolution Number C-14-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-142, (1842734 Ontario Inc., Roll #'s 5-3-024) be read a third time and finally passed. e. By-law 2016-148, Holland, Part of Lot 16, Concession 12, Parts 1 to 3 on Plan 35R-14088, (Medora), Roll # 4-19-007 Resolution Number C-15-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Nishikawa: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-148, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, (Holland, Roll # 4-19-007) be read a first and second time. Resolution Number C-16-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Nishikawa: Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes amend By-law 2016-148, (Holland, Roll # 4-19-007) and this amendment is minor in nature and does not require further public circulation and is hereby approved prior to third reading. The minor amendment shall consist of requiring that the smaller dwelling located on the COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 9 of 16
property shall be used for storage purposes only. Resolution Number C-17-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-148, (Holland, Roll # 4-19-007) be read a third time and finally passed. f. By-law 2016-153, Cranberry Cove Holdings Ltd., Concession F, Part Lot 15, Plan 35R-5958, Part 1, and Plan 35R-11290, Parts 2 and 3, (Medora), Roll #'s 6-17-005/005-04/005-05 Resolution Number C-18-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-153, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, (Cranberry Cove Holdings Ltd., Roll #'s 6-17-005/005-04/005-05), be read a first and second time. Resolution Number C-19-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes amend By-law 2016-153, (Cranberry Cove Holdings Ltd., Roll #'s 6-17-005/005-04/005-05) and this amendment is minor in nature and does not require further public circulation and is hereby approved prior to third reading. The minor amendment shall consist of adding a definition for 'Addiction Treatment Centre', limiting the maximum gross floor area of development to 3,000 square feet per acre of land zoned RuC2 (Rural Commercial), and the portion of the lands within 500 metres of the former landfill site will be placed in a Hold (-H) zone. Resolution Number C-20-13/01/17 Councillor Hayes - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-153, (Cranberry Cove Holdings Ltd., Roll #'s 6-17-005/005-04/005-05) be read a third time and finally passed. g. By-law 2016-109, Butterfly Lake Resort Inc., Part of Lot 20, Concession 3, Parts 1 & 2 on Plan 35R-15313, Part 1 on Plan 35R-22404, (Medora), Roll # 6-26-018. (Refer to item 10.a., Report.) COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 10 of 16
Resolution Number C-21-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-109, to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2014-14, (Butterfly Lake Resort Inc., Roll #6-26-018) be read a first and second time. Council agreed to limit the number of sites with park model trailers to 60 due to concerns of the potential size of park model trailers. Resolution Number C-22-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes amend By-law 2016-109, (Butterfly Lake Resort Inc., Roll # 6-26-018) and this amendment is minor in nature and does not require further public circulation and is hereby approved prior to third reading. The amendments shall consist of limiting the maximum number of campsites to 88 of which no more than 60 can be park model trailers, a requirement that park model units are not to function as dwelling units, a requirement that park model units are only occupied temporarily/ seasonally, a site plan showing the number, location, and size of the individual sites be added, a minimum side yard setback for accessory structures of 30' and front yard setback of 66'. Resolution Number C-23-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2016-109, (Butterfly Lake Resort Inc., Roll # 6-26-018) be read a third time and finally passed. h. By-law 2017-001, a by-law to establish rates of interest on all arrears of taxes in the Township of Muskoka Lakes, By-law 2017-002, a by-law to establish a penalty charge for non-payment of current taxes, By-law 2017-003, a by-law to provide for an interim levy, and By-law 2017-004, a by-law to borrow, if necessary, to meet current expenditures for 2017 for the Township of Muskoka Lakes. (These are annual requirements.) Resolution Number C-24-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that the following by-laws be read a first, second and third time and finally passed: - By-law 2017-001, a by-law to establish rates of interest on all arrears of taxes in the Township of Muskoka Lakes. - By-law 2017-002, a by-law to establish a penalty charge for non-payment of current taxes. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 11 of 16
- By-law 2017-003, a by-law to provide for an interim levy. - By-law 2017-004, a by-law to borrow, if necessary, to meet current expenditures for 2017 for the Township of Muskoka Lakes. i. By-law 2017-05, being a by-law to stop up, close and convey a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concession 7, Lot 6, (Watt) Three Mile Lake, designated as Part 1 on 35R- 25136 JEEVA, 2-14-011 (Refer to item 9.a.1, Report, for Declaration of Surplus Lands.) Resolution Number C-26-13/01/17 Councillor Nishikawa - Councillor Harding: Be it resolved that By-law 2017-05, being a by-law to stop up, close and convey a portion of Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concession 7, Lot 6, (Watt) Three Mile Lake, designated as Part 1 on 35R- 25136 (JEEVA, ROLL # 2-14-011), be read a first, second and third time and finally passed. 9. Senior Management Team Reports and Tenders a. Senior Management Team Reports 1. Report from the Clerk Re: Declaration of Surplus Land and By-law 2017-05 (JEEVA Original Shore Road Allowance - 2-14-011). A copy of the report is attached. (Refer to Item 8.i. By-law 2017-05.) b. Tenders 1. None. Resolution Number C-25-13/01/17 Councillor Harding - Councillor Nishikawa: Be it resolved that Township Council declare the following land surplus: A portion of Original Shore Road Allowance lying in front of Concession 7, Lot 6, designated as Part 1 on 35R-25136, Three Mile Lake, (WATT), JEEVA, Roll # 2-14-011 And further that the Clerk is hereby instructed to dispose of the said property pursuant to Sections 8, 9 and 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 12 of 16
10. New and Unfinished Business a. Report from the Senior Planner Re: By-law 2016-109, ZBA-44/16, Butterfly Lake Resort Inc., Part of Lot 20, Concession 3, Parts 1 & 2 on Plan 35R-15313, Part 1 on Plan 35R-22404, (Medora), Roll # 6-26-018. A copy of the report is attached. Mr. Allen reviewed the report for Council. Mr. Brad Braden, applicant, 64 Overdale Ave., Waterdown, ON, attended the meeting. Mr. Braden indicated they are replacing existing trailers with park model units. They have reduced the number of sites at the waterfront and throughout the park. Council held a lengthy discussion regarding building permits for decking and additions to trailers / park model units, density of the property, and current and proposed setbacks. Mr. Pink answered questions regarding requirements for building permits, the number of existing and proposed sites, and features of the property. Mayor Furniss left the meeting at 12:30 pm and Acting Deputy Mayor Hayes assumed the Chair. Mr. Dave Marynuik, 4 Rosemore Rd., St. Catharines, ON, L2S 3W6, attended the meeting. Mr. Marynuik indicated that he and his partner, Dan Johnston own Redstone Trailer Park on Lake Rosseau. Mr. Marynuik indicated he had a legal opinion regarding park model units and Zoning By-law 2014-14. He circulated the letter to Council, a copy of which is attached. Mr. Marynuik reviewed the letter and answer questions from Council. b. District Municipality of Muskoka Updates. Councillor Nishikawa District Community Services Committee update included the Fairvern Nursing Home facility and departmental staffing requirements. c. Consideration of a resolution request for support by the Town of Fort Frances. A copy of the correspondence is attached. This item was an addition to the agenda as per Resolution C-2-13/01/17 (See item 2.a, Adoption of Agenda). The Clerk introduced the correspondence. Councillor Edwards addressed Council regarding the request. Resolution Number C-27-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that the Council of the Township of Muskoka Lakes support the January 9, 2017 resolution passed by the Town of Fort Frances to address the inequity in property taxation on railway rightof-way's collected by Municipalities in Ontario. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 13 of 16
11. Future Meeting Schedule a. Special Committee of the Whole - A meeting will be held on Tuesday January 17, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. for budget introduction. b. Special Council - A meeting will be held on Thursday January 26, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. to receive public input on the budget. c. Special Committee of the Whole - A meeting will be held on Thursday February 2, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. for budget deliberations. d. Committee of Adjustment - A meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. e. Committee of the Whole - A meeting will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. f. Council - A meeting will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. for budget adoption consideration. 12. Council in Closed Session a. Council in Closed Session was held for a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001. An additional litigation or potential litigation matter was added to the Council in Closed Session agenda by Resolution C-1-13/01/17 (See item 2.a, Adoption of Agenda). Resolution Number C-28-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that Closed Session convene at 1:58 p.m. for a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001. Councillor Edwards left the Council Chambers at 3:01 p.m. Meeting quorum was lost. Due to the absence of quorum, no business was conducted. Councillor Edwards returned to the Council Chambers at 3:02 p.m., restoring the meeting quorum. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 14 of 16
13. Confirming By-law Resolution Number C-29-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that Council reconvene at 3:16 p.m. to report on matters arising from Closed Session. Acting Deputy Mayor Hayes reported that direction was provided to staff and the Township solicitor with regard to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land matter and a litigation or potential litigation matter. The following resolution was considered upon arising from Council in Closed Session. Resolution Number C-30-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Currie: Be it resolved that pursuant to Section 34 (11.0.0.1) of the Planning Act, Council directs staff in regards to the appeal of ZBA 51/16, By-law 2016-129, Clear Lake Village Resort, Roll #6-9-005-01 to not use dispute resolution techniques. a. Consideration of a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council. 14. Adjournment Resolution Number C-31-13/01/17 Councillor Edwards - Councillor Ledger: Be it resolved that By-law 2017-014 to confirm the proceedings of Council be read a first, second and third time and finally passed. a. Consideration of a resolution to adjourn. Resolution Number C-32-13/01/17 Councillor Ledger - Councillor Edwards: Be it resolved that Council adjourn at 3:20 p.m. and the next regular meeting of Council will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices in Port Carling, Ontario. COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 15 of 16
Cheryl Mortimer - Clerk Mayor Don Furniss Acting Deputy Mayor Donelda Hayes COUNCIL MINUTES - January 13, 2017 - Page 16 of 16