Before we get into the notes I just wanted to make a point of clarification as I would like to avoid miscommunication and information being taken out of context.
The notes below are my interpretation of what I hear at the meetings for the time I am present and they include matters which I think the public will want to be aware of.
These notes are not fully inclusive of all items on the agenda and are not verbatim notes. If you have questions or want clarification about anything I have noted I would definitely recommend reading the official agenda first provided below as well as reading the official meeting minutes when they are available.
My intent for these posts is to keep the community informed regarding what is happening in town as I know it can be difficult to attend meetings and read through all of the agenda’s and minutes.
Aug 10th, 2021
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Deputations
1. Kim Delahunt, President & CEO, Headwaters Health Care Centre – Annual
Update and COVID-19 Response
-Presentation, Annual Report-Page 25
2.Tom Pridham, Drainage Engineer, RJ Burnside and Associates Ltd. – Schill
Drainage Works report and next steps
-Report – Schill Drainage Petition – Consideration of the Report-Page 37
-Engineer’s Report
-Cost Summary
Public Questions Period
A Resident stated their concern about the gateway sign that sits at Cty Road 25 & Concession Road 3/4 Gateway Sign. At the last council meeting Council directed staff to get a quote to maintain the sign. The Resident stated that she felt spending money on a sign that does not properly reflect the boundary. Town staff said that they were just having public works repaint the posts so the cost would be minimal this year. Council acknowledged the letter and said that this will be a consideration for next years budget.
Unfinished Business
-COVID-19 Emergency Updates – verbal update- The town office is now doing a trial of letting the public in limited numbers come into the office to conduct business.
-Headwaters Health Care Centre – COVID-19 Assessment Centre update- Hoping for another clinic in Grand Valley but no news as of now.
-OPP Detachment Boards Submission – verbal update-has reached out to other CAO’s and will report back to council in September.
-Internet Tower at Water Tower
– Report – Internet Tower conclusion of consultation and Direction to proceed- Councillor Latam asked about Lease agreements- they are in progress, life expectancy and maintenance- CAO will report back to council on this. Deputy Mayor Rentsch expressed that he would think that the tower should last well over 10 years. Council voted to proceed with the project and directed CAO to send the appropriate communication.
Public Meeting
1)Application Z5-2021, for a Zoning By-law Amendment under section 34 of the
Planning Act. Submitted by the Corporation of the Town of Grand Valley. The
purpose and effect of this application is to permit municipal infrastructure and
parks as permitted uses. Well, Water tower, pumphouse, water systems infrastructure, parks etc..
-Notice of Complete Application and Statutory Public Meeting for a Zoning
By-law Amendment Application
-Public Meeting and Recommendation Report- Council approved the zoning amendment to allow for the intended uses for the recreation lands on the west end of town.
2)Application Z6-2021, for a Zoning By-law Amendment under section 34 of the
Planning Act. Submitted by Karen and Dale McPherson. The purpose and
effect of this application is to permit an accessory building prior to the
construction of the primary dwelling unit.
-Notice of Complete Application and Statutory Public Meeting for a Zoning
By-law Amendment Application
-Public Meeting and Recommendation Report- Council approved in principle with an amended by-law with the wording that the residence is built by 2023, if this is not done then the accessory building will be required to be removed.
Staff Reports
CAO/Clerk-Treasurer
-Town of Grand Valley Accounts Receivable
-Town of Grand Valley Accounts Payable- Councilors asked about a bill that was received by Rogers due to an error.
-Report – Library Solarium Windows- Council received the report and approved the quote for replacement from MacEwen glass.
-Report – Monticello “Hill Town” Proposed Subdivision water and septic servicing-Council directed staff to communicate with owners to see what the thoughts are before the town looks at proceeding with this project and incurring and costs.
-Report – Update – Main Street “Brooklyn” Bridge Project- Council approved for the project to proceed.
-Change to Municipal Noise By-laws – verbal discussion
-Letter from Deputy Minister Manson-Smith
-Board appointments for Councillor Latam – verbal discussion- Councillor Latam appointed to the BIA, Community Centre Board, Highland Youth for Christ.
Public Works Superintendent
Verbal update-The Superintendent is off on leave until September. Crozier Street reconstructions project completed, a resident raised an issue with pooling on the street which public works will be addressed by meeting with Burnside to review. Emma Street reconstruction is still in progress. Main Street north sidewalk project in process. Tree trimming has been completed, Painting of handrails fences, fire hydrants and garbage are being painted. Truck 45 is in for regular maintenance, the water truck needed repairs so it was not in service for a couple of days.
Council discussed whether they should put asphalt or grass on the boulevard on the main street north sidewalk project. The Mayor, Councillor Taylor and Councillor Miles voted for asphalt so the motion passed.
Planners Report
Town Park- On agenda for a zoning amendment.
Golden Homes- Awaiting securities and registration of site plan agreement.
Water St- Purchase agreement on the agenda today.
Cooper Street- Community Living Dufferin- Awaiting securities and registration of site plan agreement.
William Street- Planner will reach out to the agent to see where they are, hoping to bring to council in the fall.
Scott Street Development- Received an email from a potential planner about setting up a time to meet.
Corseed & Moco- Model Home agreement, pre servicing agreement for Moco, Burnside has reviewed looking for councils endorsement. Council approved.
Thomasfield Subdivision Phase 3A-2-Draft Plan Extension and Subdivision Agreement Amendment
Employment Lands-Site walk scheduled for tomorrow weather pending. Preliminary reports and studies are in process.
Pending List
-Parking, Ticketing and By-Law Enforcement- offer for employment for by-law enforcement officer, hoping to have the start date for this position to be after labour Day
-Inflow and Infiltration, Water and Wastewater Capacity
-Wastewater Treatment Plant Monthly Performance Report – June 2021-Notice – Effluent Quality Standards
-Bridge Maintenance
-Splash Pad
-Request for memorial plaque- for splash pad, approved by Council
-Fundraising Committee project wrap-up – verbal discussion- Council approved for the group to proceed with plans.
-Recreation, Industrial Land and Housing
End of my notes as I had to leave the meeting at this point.
Disclaimer- These are my personal notes from the meeting. The purpose of these notes is to give an update on what is happening around the Town of Grand Valley. If you would like to view the official agenda and minutes you can find that here.
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