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.
July 11th, 2023
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Public Question Period
- Tom Stuckey and another resident (didn’t catch his name) talked about speeding on Main Street (trucks being the worse that he has noticed) and asked what is being done about it. CAO mentioned that they have it on their action list.
- The second item Mr. Stuckey brought forward about a tree that needs attention on town property that is in front of the house.
Unfinished Business
-Grand Valley Entrance Stone Sign – Verbal Update- Mayor Soloman spoke with Mr. Landman who installed the sign and he said there was a hole dug for electrical which then caused the stone wall to shift. Mr. Landman said he would repair it but probably won’t be able to work on it until the fall.
-Public Town Hall- Agenda Planning Discussion – May 23, 2023, RegularCouncil Meeting Minutes -item 20. Council Strategic Plan Discussion- Deputy Mayor Rentsch said he does not see the value in it. Councillor Latam suggested the focus be on the Recreation Plan and have James (Recreation Manager present). It was suggested as well that Employment be discussed as well. Councillor Jonker suggested a focus be on the roads, residential development as well. Town staff asked for direction, Councillor Latam suggested that the Mayor give an update on the key items and then have a discussion period and a meet & greet to wrap it up.
Staff Reports
CAO Update
-Treasurer’s Report-Page 28 on agenda
-Monthly Procurement Update Report- Page 31 on Agenda
-CAO Update – verbal report
-Report – Vehicle for Hire By-law and Agreement-Page 33 on Agenda, Council receives and directs staff to implement.
-By-law Enforcement-By-law Department Update – July/August- to be included on August 8, 2023
Council Agenda
Report – Emergency Shelter Preparedness offer from the County- Page 5 on agenda, Council directed town staff to work with the County for purchasing a trailer/other.
CAO verbal update
-Town staff are working on a report for the options on virtual hybrid meetings.
-Water metering for hydrants, all components have been gathered.
-CAO was approached from a local business regarding lack of parking in downtown core. CAO will look at better ways to create exposure about west back lane Public parking lot.
-Meeting with Sylvia Jones- meet to discuss municipal reporting, GV has not been able to apply for certain grants due to the engineering and data reports required.
-Rebecca Coop student was introduced to council
Planner Update
-Report PLN28-2023– Planning Update Report below- Council received
-Report PLN29-2023 – Update Report on Municipal Street Addressing- Page 96 on agenda– Council Approved
-Report PLN30-2023 – Extension Request for Draft Plan Approval – 20 Scott Street Subdivision-Page 102 on agenda– Council approved to extend Draft Plan Approval for Subdivision 22T201801 – Grand Valley Homes Ltd. (20 Scott Street), by three (3) years to expire on October 13, 2026, provided that Municipal Property Taxes and Accounts Receivables are up to date by July 31, 2023.
Planning Report
Consent
B02-2023 14 Webb Street (Roll #308900) – Notice of Decision Jun 19/23, Appeal Period
over Jul 10/23 – Verbal update
- B01-2022 BH AGRI Ltd – 241010 Concession Road 2-3 – Clearing Conditions
Site Plan
- SPA01-2022 – 10 Watson Road Roll #106585 – finalizing Site Plan Agreement
- SPA01-2018 ORICA – Nothing to Report
- SPA03-2018 Golden Homes on Emma Street – Nothing to Report,
Site Plan Approval granted Jun 8/21 – Allocation Expires Jun 08/24
- 22T-202201 Grand Valley Business Park (Thomasfield) – Clearing Draft Plan Conditions
Draft Plan Approved: September 27, 2022 – Expires: Sep 27, 2025 - 22T-202101 152 Main Street INFILL – Finalizing Subdivision Agreement
Draft Plan Approved: September 27, 2022 – Expires: Sep 27, 2025 - 22T-201801 Scott Street INFILL – Extension Request ON AGENDA
Draft Plan Approved: Oct 13, 2020 – Expires: Oct 13, 2023 - 22T-201601 CorSeed Subdivision – Clearing Draft Plan Conditions
Draft Plan Approved: May 25, 2021 – Expires: May 25, 2024 - 22T-201502 MOCO Farms Subdivision – Clearing Draft Plan Conditions
Draft Plan Approved: November 21, 2017 – Expires: Sep 22, 2023 - 22T-201501 Thomasfield Phase 3B – Pending Subdivision Agreement Report
Draft Plan Approved: June 8, 2021 – Expires: Jun 8, 2024 - 22T-201501 Thomasfield Phase 3A-1 (Plan 7M-76) – constructed
- 22T-201501 Thomasfield Phase 3A-2 (Plan 7M-78) – Issuing Municipal Approvals
- PROPSED Hill Town Subdivision in Monticello – Landowners Meeting held May 23/23,
update to Owners pending legal advice
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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