Council Meeting Minutes

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Electronic and In-Person Participation - Council
The Corporation of the Town of Orangeville
(Mayor and Clerk at Town Hall - 87 Broadway)
Orangeville, Ontario
Members Present:
  • Mayor L. Post
  • Deputy Mayor T. Taylor
  • Councillor J. Andrews
  • Councillor A. Macintosh
  • Councillor T. Prendergast
  • Councillor D. Sherwood
  • Councillor R. Stevens
Staff Present:
  • M. Cunnington, Manager, Communications
  • R. Gill, Software Development Engineer
  • C. Khan, Town Clerk
  • T. Kocialek, General Manager, Infrastructure Services
  • K. Landry, Acting General Manager, Corporate Services
  • T. MacDonald, Deputy Clerk
  • R. Osmond, Acting CAO
  • M. Pourmanouchehri, Information Technology Technician
  • L. Raftis, Assistant Clerk
  • N. Syed, Treasurer

1.
Call To Order

 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00p.m.

2.
Approval of Agenda

 
  • Resolution2023-001
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byCouncillor Macintosh

    That the agenda and any addendums for the January 9, 2023 Council Meeting, be approved.

    Carried

3.
Disclosure of (Direct and Indirect) Pecuniary Interest

 

None.

4.
Closed Meeting

 

None.

5.
Open Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

 

6.
Singing of National Anthem

 

David Nairn, Theatre Orangeville provided a pre-recorded version of the National Anthem which was played.

7.
Land Acknowledgement

 

The Mayor acknowledged the treaty lands and territory of the Williams Treaty Nations and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. The Mayor also recognized that Dufferin County is the traditional territory of the Wendat and the Haudenosaunee, and is home to many Indigenous people today.

8.
Announcements by Chair

 

Mayor Post advised the gallery and viewing audience with respect to the public nature of Council Meetings and that it is webcast. Mayor Post also provided instructions with respect to muting and unmuting during the meeting.

9.
Rise and Report

 

None.

10.
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Council Meeting

 
  • Resolution2023-002
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Prendergast

    That the minutes of the following meetings be approved:

    2022-12-12 Council Meeting Minutes

    2022-12-14 Special Council Meeting Minutes

    Carried

11.
Presentation, Petitions and/or Delegation

 
  • Resolution2023-003
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byDeputy Mayor Taylor

    That Council allow Terrance Carter, 211 Broadway Avenue to delegate to Council with respect to warming centers in the Town of Orangeville.

    Carried

Note: This item was presented after item 11.5.

Terrance Carter, 211 Broadway spoke to homelessness in the Town of Orangeville. Mr. Carter requested help from Council and staff to implement a 24-hour warming centre to provide a safe place for homeless individuals to go to during the winter.

Raymond Osmond, Acting CAO answered questions from Council.

11.1
Dawn Van Kampen, Co-Chair, IPM 2023 and Charlie Bryan, Co-Chair, Related Events, International Plowing Match and Rural Expo - Request for In-kind Support and Interest Free Loan

 

Dawn van Kampen, Co-Chair, International Plowing Match (IPM) 2023 and Charlie Bryan, Co-Chair, Related Events, provided a presentation with respect to the IPM and Rural Expo coming to Dufferin County on September 19 to 23, 2023. Ms. Van Kampen spoke to the event highlights, entertainment, positive economic impact, community benefit, the need for volunteers and answered questions from Council.

Note: Nandini Syed, Treasurer advised that the request for financial support could be considered as part of the upcoming budget meetings.

11.2
Tony Traetto, 19 Stewart Court, Water Bill

 

Tony Traetto, 19 Stewart Court spoke to his recent water bill in the amount of over $11,000.00, previous water consumption and bills, request to have the water meter tested, and suggested paying the equivalent of one year of water bills instead of the $11,000.00 water bill.

Tim Kocialek, General Manager, Infrastructure Services spoke to the current policy in place, which establishes a waiving of fees of up to 50% of the balance.

11.3
Jim Dyment on behalf of Eddy Lovisotto, 62 Broadway, Water Bill

 

Jim Dyment on behalf of Eddy Lovisotto, 60 Broadway Avenue spoke to the history of water consumption usage at 62 Broadway Avenue, recent high water bills, building vacancy, and water being shut off at the property as of October 3, 2022. Mr. Dyment requested financial relief for the water bills received for the months of September, October, and November of 2022.

11.4
Peggy Bond, 18 Goldgate Crescent, Vaccination Policy Review

 

Peggy Bond, 18 Goldgate Crescent asked Council to revoke, instead of suspend, the Town's Vaccination Policy and expressed support for the establishment of an Infectious Disease Policy. Ms. Bond spoke to information from Dr. Tenebaum - Wellington County, Dufferin County and Guelph Public Health Unit, the Ontario Human Right's Commission, Toronto's Medical Officer of Health, and spoke to the effects of COVID-19 vaccines, education resource provided to staff, and vaccine policies at other municipalities. 

11.5
Dympna Carolan, 48 Blue Heron Drive, Mono, Vaccination Policy Review

 

Dympna Carolan, 48 Blue Heron Drive, Mono expressed concerns with the Town's Vaccination Policy, particularly noting concerns with respect to transmissibility, discrimination, and negative effects on people's livelihoods. 

12.
Staff Reports

 

12.1
Water Billing Overages, INS-2023-003

 
  • Resolution2023-004
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrews

    That the Town of Orangeville process a one-time refund in the amount of $9,500.00 for water charges issued in the fall of 2022 for 19 Stewart Court, Orangeville.

    Carried
  • Resolution2023-005
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Macintosh

    That the Town of Orangeville process a one-time refund in the amount of 50% of water charges for 62 Broadway Avenue for the following billing dates:  

    Sept 9, 2022 to Oct 15, 2022 
    Oct 15, 2022 
    Nov 17, 2022.

    Carried Unanimously
  • Resolution2023-006
    Moved byCouncillor Stevens
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That report INS-2023-003, Water Billing Overages, be received;

    And that the Water and Wastewater Bill Adjustment Policy be amended to include Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional properties.

    Carried Unanimously

12.2
The Parks and Events By-law, CMS-2022-021

 
  • Resolution2023-007
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That report CMS-2022-021, The Parks and Events By-law, be received;

    And that a Public Meeting be held on February 13, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. to obtain input from the public on the proposed Parks and Events By-law.

    Carried Unanimously

12.3
Outdoor Patio/Display of Merchandise By-laws, CMS-2023-001

 
  • Resolution2023-008
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That report CMS-2023-01, Outdoor Patio/Display of Merchandise By-laws, be received;

    And that Council pass a by-law amending the Outdoor Boulevard Café by-law as outlined within this report for the period of April 1 to October 31 on an annual basis with a maximum of six parking spaces permitted for extended outdoor cafes, issued on a first-come, first-served basis;

    And that Council pass a by-law amending the Display of Merchandise by-law as outlined within this report for the period of April 1 to October 31 on an annual basis;

    And that Planning staff be directed to amend Outdoor Boulevard Café and Display of Merchandise by-laws, guidelines, applications, and permits accordingly.

    Carried Unanimously

12.4
2023 Interim Tax Levy, CPS-2023-001

 
  • Resolution2023-009
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrews

    That report CPS-2023-001, 2023 Interim Tax Levy, be received;

    And that Council pass a by-law to provide for the levy and collection of interim taxes required.

    Carried Unanimously

12.5
2023 Interim Borrowing, CPS-2023-002

 
  • Resolution2023-010
    Moved byCouncillor Stevens
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That report CPS-2023-002, 2023 Interim Borrowing, be received;

    And that Council pass a by-law to authorize external temporary borrowing in 2023.

    Carried Unanimously

12.6
2022 Municipal and School Board Election Accessibility Report, CPS-2023-003

 
  • Resolution2023-011
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byCouncillor Prendergast

    That Report CPS- 2023-003, 2022 Municipal and School Board Election Accessibility Report, be received.

    Carried Unanimously

12.7
Terms of Reference, 2022-2026 Committees of Council, CPS-2023-004

 
  • Resolution2023-012
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That Report CPS-2023-004, Terms of Reference, 2022-2026 Committees of Council, be received;

    And that Council approve the Terms of Reference, included as attachments 1 – 12 to this report, for:

    • Access Orangeville Committee
    • Committee of Adjustment
    • Economic Development and Culture Committee
    • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
    • Fire Services Advisory Committee
    • Heritage Orangeville Committee
    • Homelessness Task Force
    • Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council
    • Official Plan Steering Committee
    • Property Standards/Dog Designation
    • Seniors Advisory Committee (Age Friendly Advisory Committee)
    • Sustainable Orangeville Committee

    And that staff continue with the recruitment of committee and board volunteers and provide applications to Council for consideration by the March 6, 2023 Council meeting;

    And that the Clerk (or their designate) be appointed to the Dufferin Provincial Offences Administration Board of Management.

    Carried Unanimously

12.8
Vaccination Policy Review, CPS-2023-006

 
  • Resolution2023-013
    Moved byMayor Post
    Seconded byCouncillor Stevens

    That report CPS-2023-006, Vaccination Policy Review, be received;

    That Council revoke the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for Members of Council, Local Boards and Committees effective January 10, 2023;

    And that staff report back at the January 23, 2023 Council Meeting (or an alternate date) on the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for staff, including information regarding fire personnel.

    Carried Unanimously

Council recessed from 8:40 p.m. to 8:58 p.m.

12.9
Greenwood Cemetery By-law Update, INS-2023-001

 
  • Resolution2023-014
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Andrews

    That report INS-2023-001, Greenwood Cemetery By-law Update, be received;

    And that Council amend By-law 2018-050 to replace Schedule “A”, Greenwood Cemetery Price List with an updated Schedule “A”;

    And that Staff review and amend Schedule “A”, Price List on an annual basis by applying the unadjusted Consumer Price Index (CPI) to the unit rates and fees.

    Carried Unanimously

13.
Correspondence

 
  • Resolution2023-015
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byCouncillor Sherwood

    That the following correspondence be received:

    Minister Steve Clark, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Greenbelt Amendments and Revocation of the Central Pickering Development Plan and O. Reg. 154/03 

    Credit Valley Conservation, Bill 23

    County of Dufferin, Official Plan Amendment, Municipal Comprehensive Review

    Township of Amaranth, Notice of Public Meeting for Consent Application

    Town of Caledon, Government Relations and 2023 ROMA Conference

    Town of Mono, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022

    Eddy Lovisotto, 62 Broadway, Water Bill

    Tony Traetto, 19 Stewart Court, Water Bill

    Minister Steve Clark, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Local Programs to Recruit New Intern Building Inspectors

    Graciela Cardenas-Mustapha, Request to Revoke the Vaccine Policy

    Brenda and Lino Chioma, Vaccination Policy Review

    Carried Unanimously

13.1
Minister Steve Clark, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Greenbelt Amendments and Revocation of the Central Pickering Development Plan and O. Reg. 154/03 

 

13.2
Credit Valley Conservation, Bill 23

 

13.3
County of Dufferin, Official Plan Amendment, Municipal Comprehensive Review

 

13.4
Township of Amaranth, Notice of Public Meeting for Consent Application

 

13.5
Town of Caledon, Government Relations and 2023 ROMA Conference

 

13.6
Town of Mono, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022

 

13.7
Eddy Lovisotto, 62 Broadway, Water Bill

 

13.8
Tony Traetto, 19 Stewart Court, Water Bill

 

13.9
Minister Steve Clark, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Local Programs to Recruit New Intern Building Inspectors

 

13.10
Graciela Cardenas-Mustapha, Request to Revoke the Vaccine Policy

 

13.11
Brenda and Lino Chioma, Vaccination Policy Review

 

14.
Committee/Board Minutes

 
  • Resolution2023-016
    Moved byDeputy Mayor Taylor
    Seconded byCouncillor Prendergast

    That the minutes of the following meetings be received:

    2022-09-28 Orangeville Public Library Board Minutes

    2022-11-02 Committee of Adjustment Minutes

    2022-11-17 Orangeville BIA Minutes

    Carried Unanimously

15.
Notice of Motion Prior to Meeting

 

None.

16.
Notice of Motion at Meeting

 

None.

17.
New Business

 

Councillor Andrews advised that January is National Alzheimer's Month and that there will be a Skates and Scones event at Alder Street Arena on January 15, 2023 between 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to support the local Alzheimer's Society.

Deputy Mayor Taylor advised that the Orangeville Curling Club will be hosting a fundraiser Pondspiel on January 28, 2023.

Councillor Macintosh thanked staff and Council for the gift basket for the passing of his brother.

18.
Question Period

 

Andrea Parr, Melancthon, addressed Council with respect to the Town's Vaccination Policy and asked why the Grand Valley Fire Fighters, who are not subject to a vaccine mandate, can work alongside the Orangeville Fire Fighters under the mutual aid agreement. Councill Macintosh recommended follow up with Grand Valley Fire.

Jeremy Glass, 648 Main Street East, Shelburne, inquired as to the science referenced by the Town's Fire Chief in making a recommendation for maintaining vaccine mandates for fire fighters. Mr. Glass expressed concerns with respect to discrimination, coercion, need for informed consent, loss of employment, and privacy of medical records.

Peggy Bond, 18 Goldgate Crescent, asked if contractors are included under staff policy and was advised in the affirmative.

Edward Carolan, 270353 Highway 9, Mono commented that vaccines do not work.

John Bell, Orangeville, asked if Council received any funding for COVID-19 mandates and was advised not. Mr. Bell further asked Mayor Post how she plans to carry on with diversity, inclusion, and equal rights to people that want medical freedom and was advised in conjunction with Public Health guidance.

Dympna Carolan, 48 Blue Heron Drive, Mono, inquired as to the information used as the basis of the Vaccination Policy and encouraged further reflection. Mayor Post responded with respect

19.
By-Laws

 
  • Resolution2023-017
    Moved byCouncillor Sherwood
    Seconded byCouncillor Stevens

    That the by-laws listed below be read three times and finally passed:

    A by-law to provide for the levy and collection of rates or levies for the Town of Orangeville for the interim levy for the year 2023

    A by-law to authorize the Temporary Borrowing of monies as specified in this by-law, to meet, until the taxes are collected, the current expenditures of the Corporation of the Town of Orangeville for the year 2023

    A by-law to amend By-law 2018-050 being a by-law with Respect to the Maintenance, Management, Regulation and Control of Orangeville Greenwood Cemetery

    A by-law to confirm that proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Orangeville at its regular Council Meeting held on January 9, 2023

    Carried Unanimously

20.
Adjournment

 
  • Resolution2023-018
    Moved byCouncillor Andrews
    Seconded byDeputy Mayor Taylor

    That the meeting be adjourned at 9:31 p.m.

    Carried Unanimously
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