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Council Information PackageSeptember 26 to September 30, 2016
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No.Date Sent Out
(dd-mm-yy) Media Type From Subject
1 30-Sept.-2016 Communications AMO AMO Releases Seniors Policy Paper
2 30-Sept.-2016 Communications AMO Construction Lien Act Review - Report Released
3 30-Sept.-2016 Communications AMO Registration Now Available for Ontario West Municipal Conference
4 30-Sept.-2016 Letter Town of Aurora Resolution of September 13, 2016 - Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Reform Update
5 30-Sept.-2016 Letter Quest Art School and GalleryThank you re. opportunity to address Council on August 22nd and requesting that Council invest $10,000 in Quest Art's programs
6 30-Sept.-2016 Letter County of Simcoe 2016 Emerald Ash Border Monitoring Results
7 30-Sept.-2016 Letter Regional Municipality of HaltonSupplementary Report - Coordinated ProvincialPlan Review (162 page Report is available for viewing upon request in the Clerk's Dept. )
8 30-Sept.-2016 Letter City of Bellville Municipal Resolution on Support Agricultural Experts in their Fields
9 30-Sept.-2016 Minutes Midland Bay Landing Steering Committee Meeting held on September 16, 2016
From: AMO Communications [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, September 23, 2016 3:31 PM To: Andrea Fay Subject: AMO Policy Update - AMO Releases Seniors Policy Paper
September 23, 2016 AMO Releases Seniors Policy Paper
AMO is pleased to circulate to the membership, relevant provincial ministries, and the Premier’s Office today a policy discussion paper on seniors’ issues entitled, "Strengthening Age-Friendly Communities and Seniors’ Services for 21st Century Ontario: A New Conversation about the Municipal Role". The aim of the paper is to start a renewed policy dialogue between AMO, its members, and the Province on how to best serve seniors in Ontario’s diverse communities. It was developed by AMO’s Task Force on Age-Friendly Communities and Long-Term Care and approved by the AMO Board in August. The Task Force was chaired by AMO Board member Paul Grenier, Councillor, for Niagara Region. The impetus for the paper is the recognition that the municipal sector in Ontario is at the forefront of developing age-friendly communities and providing vital services to seniors. This includes long-term care, affordable housing, public health services and community support services, as well as general planning for age-friendly communities. This vital work is supported by the partnership of the Ontario government through legislation, policies, and funding programs. The successful delivery of seniors’ services comes with both challenges and opportunities. Municipal governments are committed to providing high quality services to their residents while being mindful of safety and affordability. While some services are required through legislation, many municipal governments have filled gaps when provincial allocations are insufficient, introducing additional services, and developing innovative ways of working beyond what is required. However, providing the same quality of service on the same budget will not be possible given growing demand and service requirements. A broader conversation is needed about current capacity and level of demand. The ability to fund and deliver the range of programs and services needed varies significantly across the province. Municipal governments are best positioned to provide services to residents, but they should have the flexibility to choose the services they offer to seniors, including whether to operate long-term care homes. Whichever services municipal governments choose; a conversation must be had about adequate resources to maintain a service standard. Building on two previous AMO papers, this paper attempts to expand the discussion on the municipal role in facilitating age-friendly communities and providing services to seniors. It outlines key issues for municipal governments, including developing plans, providing community services including transportation and housing, providing long-term care, and ensuring services are culturally-appropriate and relevant in northern and rural communities.
Opportunities for improvement are highlighted, and recommendations are made, calling on the Province to:
continue to play a supportive role to facilitate age-friendly community development under its Action Plan for Seniors;
work with municipal governments to enhance community services and housing including transportation options, the Elderly Persons Centres program, and seniors’ housing;
amend the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, to provide municipal governments the choice to operate a long-term care home which would allow them the flexibility to provide the most appropriate care to suit their local residents’ needs;
work with municipal governments to address issues in long-term care delivery including simplifying regulatory frameworks, reducing wait times, developing a human resources strategy, addressing challenging behaviours, undertaking systems capacity planning, supporting the redevelopment of long-term care homes, facilitating innovative models, developing community hubs, reviewing the funding model, and pursuing additional funding sources;
address regionally-specific issues in rural and northern Ontario; and, support the municipal sector to deliver culturally-appropriate services to seniors.
AMO will use the paper as the basis for advocacy on seniors’ issues and to advance the policy discussion with the Province on how best to support Ontario’s seniors. The paper is found on the AMO website: Strengthening Age-Friendly Communities and Seniors' Services for 21st Century Ontario. AMO is holding a webinar on senior’s issues on Tuesday, October 18th from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. If you are interested in joining this webinar, please e-mail Irene Ostrowski at [email protected]. AMO Contact: Michael Jacek, Senior Advisor, E-mail: [email protected], 416-971-9856 ext. 329.
PLEASE NOTE: AMO Breaking News will be broadcast to the member municipality’s council, administrator, and clerk. Recipients of the AMO broadcasts are free to redistribute the AMO broadcasts to other municipal staff as required. We have decided to not add other staff to these broadcast lists in order to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the management of our various broadcast lists. DISCLAIMER: Any documents attached are final versions. AMO assumes no responsibility for any discrepancies that may have been transmitted with this electronic version. The printed versions of the documents stand as the official record.
From: AMO Communications [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 5:04 PM To: Andrea Fay Subject: AMO MEMBERS UPDATE - CONSTRUCTION LIEN ACT REVIEW
September 26, 2016
Construction Lien Act Review - Report Released
The Report of the Construction Lien Act (CLA) Review has now been released by the Ministry of the Attorney General. The Report contains recommendations to amend the CLA and supporting policies to improve payment timelines for subcontractors and ensure accountability for construction owners in major construction projects. AMO will be analysing the report closely for municipal impacts and will communicate with members regarding any areas of concern.
The independent Expert Review of Ontario’s Construction Lien Act was announced before the 2014 Ontario Election. The announcement was made in response to opposing views of Bill 69, The Prompt Payment Act, a Private Member’s Bill introduced before the Ontario Legislature in 2013 that would have changed payment schedules and contract provisions while making it difficult for municipalities to tie payments to project milestones. AMO and municipal governments voiced several concerns about the Bill’s approach. The government subsequently appointed Bruce Reynolds and Sharon Vogel of Borden Ladner Gervais as independent expert panelists to make recommendations to update the CLA.
Today’s report makes recommendations which are aimed at:
Modernizing the construction lien and holdback rules Introducing rules around prompt payment Creating a new process to speed up dispute resolution
AMO understands that the Attorney General intends to introduce legislation to enact the report’s recommendations in Spring 2017 after consultation with stakeholders.
AMO will review the report, work with municipalities and other owners, and communicate with members as necessary to represent municipal government interests and take part in the consultations and policy development process.
For more information, please contact: Amber Crawford, Policy Advisor – [email protected] or 416-971-9856 Ext. 353.
From: AMO Communications [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, September 26, 2016 6:05 PM To: Andrea Fay Subject: Registration Now Available for Ontario West Municipal Conference
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and the Ministry of Housing, Municipal Services Office-Western presents the:
2016 Ontario West Municipal Conference Change - Challenge - Opportunity
Friday, December 2, 2016
Staff in the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Western Municipal Services Office in London are finalizing plans for our annual conference. The conference will be of interest to elected municipal officials, municipal staff, municipal organizations and partner provincial ministries. ON THE PROGRAM:
Keynote Speaker: Hon. Bob Rae, Former Ontario Premier 10:30 am Concurrent Sessions
Climate Change Open Data and Open Government Planning for the 2018 Municipal Election Shared Services Agreements First Nations Partnerships
11:30 am Concurrent Sessions Climate Change Action Plan and Municipal Energy Planning Municipal Property Assessment Corporation - Regional Profile Ontario's New Disaster Relief Assistance Programs National Housing Strategy/Long Term Affordable Housing Strategy The Economy of Trust: Making Collaborations Work
Lunch & Long-Standing Service Awards Plenary Speakers:
Glen McGillivray, Managing Director, Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction Paul Dube, Ontario Ombudsman
THE DETAILS:
Cost: Registration is only $225 (HST included) and includes a hot breakfast, lunch, all networking breaks and full access to all sessions. Download a registration form or register online today!
Where: Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre, 591 Wellington Rd, London, Ontario. Guestrooms can be booked today by calling 1.888.232.6747 or 519.681.7151. When speaking with a reservation agent, please state you are attending the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Ministry of Housing 2016 Ontario West Municipal Conference.
For details on speakers, conference program, hotel information, online registration and more please visit www.amo.on.ca
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September 12, 2016
Dear Mayor Mckay, Deputy Mayor Ross and Midland Councillors,
Many thanks for the opportunity to address council on August 22.
We at Quest Art feel very fortunate to be part of the Midland Arts and Culture environment andespecially to have such wonderful facilities in the Midland Cultural Centre.
We hosted more than 15,000 visitors to our galleries, classes and art shop last year. We offer awide range of art workshops for children, youth, adults and seniors and provide multipleexhibition opportunities for artists and artisans through our galleries and art shop.We have enjoyed working with your staff, Nicole Major, during our application for a Canada 150grant and hope we hear from Heritage Canada soon so we can continue our partnership.
We run an effective and efficient operation, and ask that council begin investing $10,000 inQuest Art’s programs so we can continue to offer outstanding arts and culture opportunities toour community and visitors.
Again, thank you for your attention and excellent questions on August 22. We are gatheringmore data and will give you an update in response to some of your questions.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.
Sincerely,
Judy GoodeQuest Art Board President
To: Committee of the Whole
Agenda Section: Division: Department:
Corporate Services Engineering, Planning and Environment Forestry / Bylaw
Item Number: CCW - 16-328
Meeting Date: September 27, 2016
Subject: 2016 Emerald Ash Borer Monitoring Results
Recommendation That Item CCW 16-328, dated September 27, 2016 regarding the status of the Emerald Ash Borer infestation, be received. Executive Summary
This item provides an update on the status of the Emerald Ash Borer within the County of Simcoe including confirmed locations and communications efforts. Background/Analysis/Options The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive insect that has been spreading throughout Ontario for over 14 years. It was first identified in Windsor in 2002 and since then has spread throughout many areas of the province killing large numbers of ash trees. Numerous tactics by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) were attempted to stop or slow the spread of this “worst case scenario” invasive insect with little success. Southern municipalities hit early by this insect have reported it being a large financial strain that has put pressure on their resources. EAB was first confirmed by the CFIA within the County of Simcoe in Bradford in 2013. This confirmation initiated the development of the County of Simcoe Strategic Plan for Managing the Emerald Ash Borer (Items CCW 13-061 & CCW 14-133). This plan was developed to assist both County and local municipal staff with planning, decision making and budgeting. Beginning in 2014, County staff continue to host meetings with local municipal staff to provide information, updates and expertise.
September 27, 2016 Committee of the Whole - CCW 16-328 Page 2
Form issued: April 2016
The CFIA ceased monitoring for EAB in 2013 and the County of Simcoe has continued this role since. This monitoring program tracks the progress of the insect throughout the County to provide information to assist in planning and management decisions. EAB has now been confirmed in 10 of the 16 member municipalities within the County of Simcoe. These include Adjala-Tosorontio, New Tecumseth, Bradford West Gwillimbury, Innisfil, Essa, Wasaga Beach, Oro-Medonte, Midland, Tay and Ramara. County staff also assist Christian Island and Mnjikaning First Nations and the City of Barrie and Orillia with monitoring. Several locations within the County are now experiencing not only infested trees but tree mortality from this insect and it will continue to spread in the future. A map of the confirmed EAB locations is attached as Schedule 1 to the subject report. EAB was also confirmed this year for the first time within a County Forest; the Sinclair Tract which is located in Bradford West Gwillimbury. Communicating relevant information with local municipalities, groups, stakeholders and residents has been an early priority and 2016 saw a continuation of radio, print and social media advertising as outlined in Item CCW 15-189. Financial and Resource Implications There are no direct financial implications to this Item. The financial implications associated with the management of EAB and County communication efforts were detailed in Items CCW 14-133 and CCW 15-189. Relationship to Corporate Strategic Plan This Item supports Strategic Direction 4 - Environmental Sustainability: To preserve, conserve, and safeguard our environment and natural resources, while recognizing opportunity, innovation, and the needs of our community Reference Documents
Item CS 13-068 (May 15, 2013) Invasive Species; impacts, current roles and
responsibilities, and potential enhancements to current programs Item CCW 13-061 (October 22, 2013) The Development of an Emerald Ash Borer
Management Plan Item CCW 14-133 (March 25, 2014) A Strategic Plan to Manage the Emerald Ash
Borer in Simcoe County Item CCW 14-372 (September 26, 2015) Emerald Ash Borer Monitoring Results
2014 Item CCW 15-189 (May 26, 2015) Emerald Ash Borer Communications Update Item CCW 15-345 (October 13, 2015) Emerald Ash Borer Monitoring 2015 Final
Attachments Schedule 1 – Map of confirmed EAB locations as of September 2016
September 27, 2016 Committee of the Whole - CCW 16-328 Page 3
Form issued: April 2016
Schedule 1 to CCW16-328.pdf
Prepared By Will Cox, Forest Technician II – Invasive Species Approvals Date
Graeme Davis, County Forester September 12, 2016 Debbie Korolnek, General Manager, Engineering, Planning & Environment
September 12, 2016
Trevor Wilcox, General Manager, Corporate Performance September 17, 2016 Mark Aitken, Chief Administrative Officer September 19, 2016
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Legislative & Planning Services Department Office of the Regional Clerk 1151 Bronte Road Oakville ON L6M 3L1
September 19, 2016 Ministry of Municipal Affairs, Cindy Tan Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ala Boyd Eleanor McMahon, MPP, Burlington Indira Naidoo-Harris, MPP, Halton Kevin Flynn, MPP, Oakville Ted Arnott, MPP, Wellington-Halton Hills Niagara Escarpment Commission, Kim Peters City of Burlington, Angela Morgan Town of Halton Hills, Suzanne Jones Town of Milton, Troy McHarg Town of Oakville, Vicki Tytaneck Association of Municipalities of Ontario, Pat Vanini All Municipalities within the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan Please be advised that at its meeting held Wednesday, September 14, 2016, the Council of the Regional Municipality of Halton adopted the following resolution: RESOLUTION: LPS106-16 - Supplementary Report - Coordinated Provincial Plan Review
1. THAT Regional Council endorse the Supplementary Report – Coordinated Provincial Plan Review.
2. THAT the Regional Clerk forward a copy of Report No. LPS106-16 with Report
No. LPS79-16 to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Halton’s MPPs, the Niagara Escarpment Commission, the City of Burlington, the Town of Halton Hills, the Town of Milton, the Town of Oakville, the Association of Municipalities and all municipalities within the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan area for their information.
Included please find a copy of Report No. LPS106-16 for your information.
If you have any questions please contact me at extension 7110 or the e-mail address below.
Graham Milne Deputy Clerk and Supervisor of Council & Committee Services [email protected]
