Regular Council Meeting Agenda 20 – March 21, 2024

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clerk@lairdtownship.ca

From: Jessica Dias <diasj5@hotmail.com>

Sent: March 19, 2024 10:38 AM

To: clerk@lairdtownship.ca

Subject: Fwd: Laird township & Council

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>> I do appreciate this experience. I am grateful to have this opportunity to learn how all of this works. I look forward to seeing how we can all come together in this journey.

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>> Thank you again

>> Jessica‐Joy Dias

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> Jessica‐Joy Dias

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>> On Mar 12, 2024, at 12:48 AM, Jessica Dias <diasj5@hotmail.com> wrote:

>>

>> Good day to all.

>>

>> First I would like to take the (cid:415)me to say hello and introduce myself. I am Jessica‐Joy Dias and I have had the privilege of acquiring 642 Finns bay north.

>>

>> I would also like to share how excited I am for this new chapter of my life and becoming a part of this beau(cid:415)ful community. We are all so blessed to live in the north away from urban chaos.

>>

>> So now let’s get down to business. The reason for today’s a(cid:425)endance is to address My ignorance of owning a treed lot and all that it entails to dream and develop in the future. Mostly addressing a 20 foot shipping container which as been brought to council’s a(cid:425)en(cid:415)on.

>>

>> I would have to agree that I too do not desire the look of a big orange box as any type of focal point however, being that this is a temporary structure and in order for me to accumulate and store building materials for any future plans, this was and is a solid solu(cid:415)on that is within budget.

>>

>> I would like to apologize for everyone’s (cid:415)me to be waisted on this topic as I am sure there are more important things to be focusing on.

>>

>> What I am going to ask for is forgiveness as I was not inten(cid:415)onally trying to cause and issue. I would rather be out of sight and out of mind. I would also like to ask for the bylaws to have some type of flexibility to help encourage and work together with our community that helps keep unnecessary complaints at bay.

>>

>> A storage shed can be built up to 162 square feet without a permit according to the Ontario building code and luckily the structure I have falls under that. If I do not have to do anything that would be ideal and my preferred op(cid:415)on however I would s(cid:415)ll like to work together to appease all par(cid:415)es

>>

>> A few sugges(cid:415)ons are:

>>

>> ‐May I relocated to the back of property to ensure the container is out of sight from the road during all seasons? >>

>> ‐May I camouflage and paint the container to blend in with its surroundings?

>>

>> ‐May I use some type of siding to change the the look of building?

>>

>> I am limited to a single income and this is the most feasible way to help me get this lot to a place where we all want it to be. So this is a very important ma(cid:425)er from my reality.

>>

>> If you were to agree to so(cid:332)en the bylaw in any which way I also ask that there is a grace period of at least 90 days from decision. Finding available contractors, finances and (cid:415)me off are all factors to consider. >>

>> I do appreciate this experience. I am grateful to have this opportunity to learn how all of this works. I look forward to seeing how we can all come together in this journey.

>>

>> Thank you again

>> Jessica‐Joy Dias

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REGULAR AGENDA – AGENDA 19

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REGULAR AGENDA – AGENDA 19
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
February 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Laird Township Council Chambers

Present: Mayor: Shawn Evoy

Councillors: Todd Rydall, Wayne Junor, Matt Frolick, Ed Lapish Clerk: Jennifer Errington

Road Superintendent: David Pollari

Treasurer: Rhonda Crozier

Delegates: Colleen Alloi, Karen Hurley Muncher, Pat Connolly (via telephone)

1. Call to Order

Mayor called meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest

3. Agenda Approval

#18-24

Moved by: Wayne Junor

Seconded by: Matt Frolick

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council hereby approves the February 22, 2024 agenda as presented with the inclusion to item 7. d. iv. Finns’ Bay Wharf Sub-committee meeting minutes of January 24, 2024.

Carried.

4. Delegations and Presentations

a. North Shore Agricultural Society (NSAS) – Colleen Alloi, Chair

• RCMP Musical Ride

Discussed that a sub-committee composed of Colleen Alloi, Karen Hurley Muncher, and Pat Connolly to work on Musical Ride. Changing arena boards in May.

• Grant opportunities

Pat Connolly looking into FEDNOR grants to encourage Rural Tourism.

• Laird Councillor appointment as NSAS Ex-officio member. Council to consider appointment.

Clerk communicated that Thursday, July 11, 2024, is now secured for the RCMP Musical Ride event.

5. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting

a. Council Meeting – January 18, 2024

#19-24

Moved by: Matt Frolick

Seconded by: Todd Rydall

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves Council minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 18, 2024, as presented.

Carried.

b. Recreation Committee Minutes – January 15, 2024

#20-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves Recreation Committee Minutes of January 15, 2024, as presented.

Carried.

6. Adoption of Accounts

a. General accounts to January 31, 2024

#21-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Matt Frolick

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the general accounts to January 31, 2024, in the amount of $104,960.51, as presented.

Carried.

b. Roads accounts to January 31, 2024

#22-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the roads account to January 31, 2024, in the amount of $54,630.34 as presented.

Carried.

7. Staff and Committee Reports

a. Road Superintendent (Roads, Waste Disposal & Recycling, and Maintenance)

i. Road Superintendent Report

• Roads are bare and dry.
• Lots of tree trimming and brushing right now.
• Roadside grass cutting, presented a few quotes, would have a skid steer mount. Discussed cutting in-house versus tendering out, that way there is control over the quality of the job.

ii. Council Q&A

Council had a ratepayer drop in during the meeting with a concern and Council requested that they send the concern to the Clerk in writing as per policy.

b. Clerk Administrator, Deputy Treasurer

i. Clerk’s Report

#29-24

Moved by: Wayne Junor

Seconded by: Matt Frolick

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Clerk’s Report dated February 22, 2024, be received as presented and arising from the report;

THAT Council directs the Clerk to register for the MSO-North Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 7 th Annual Northern CAO/Clerk’s Form in Sudbury on May 15 th and May 16 th , 2024; and

THAT Council sets the May Council meeting date for Thursday, May 23, 2024; and

THAT Council directs the Clerk to attend the AMCTO Spring Zone 7 Meeting in Little Current on April 25 and April 26, 2024; and

THAT Council directs the Clerk to register the Treasurer to attend the Municipal Finance Virtual Forum on Thursday, February 29, 2024 (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) in the amount of $359.00 plus HST.

Carried.

ii. Council Q&A

c. Treasurer’s Report

i. Township of Laird Revision Feb. 2024 Preliminary Budget

#23-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Township of Laird Revision Feb. 2024 Preliminary Budget.

Carried.

ii. Township of Laird Reserves 2023

#24-24

Moved by: Matt Frolick

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives Township of Laird Reserves 2023 report and that from the 2023 budget Council reserves $27,500 for the G.W. Evoy Rink, $15,000.00 for Heritage, and $8,000.00 for Cemetery.

Carried.

d. Recreation Committee & Recreation Sub-Committees

i. Bar River Hall Sub-Committee Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2024

#25-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Todd Rydall

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Bar River Hall Sub-Committee Meeting minutes of January 24, 2024.

Carried.

ii. Laird Hall Sub-Committee Meeting Minutes of February 6, 2024

#26-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Matt Frolick

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Laird Hall Sub-Committee Meeting Minutes of February 6, 2024.

Carried.

iii. Ontario Trillium Grant – Laird Hall application for accessibility renovations

#27-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council supports submitting an application for the Laird Hall to the Ontario Trillium Foundation – Capital Grant program to improve a community building.

Carried.

iv. Finns’ Bay Wharf Sub-Committee Meeting minutes of January 24, 2024

#28-24

Moved by: Matt Frolick

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Finns’ Bay Wharf Sub-Committee Meeting minutes of January 24, 2024.

Carried.

e. Cemetery Board

f. Planning Board

g. Police Service Board

i. Police Service Board Meeting February 26, 2024 at 9 a.m.

h. Algoma District Services Administrative Board

i. Algoma District Municipal Association (ADMA)

8. Unfinished Business

a. Task Summary Sheet & Recent Activity Log

b. Concern/Information Log – Updates

#30-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the February 22, 2024, Task Summary Sheet & Recent Activity Log and the Concern/Information Log as presented.

Carried.

c. Memo: Joint Meeting

#31-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report on Joint Meeting dated February 22, 2024, and that Council requests the Clerk to confirm the joint meeting date of Tuesday, April 23, 2024, and to add Cloudy Lake surface treatment to the agenda.

Carried.

d. Memo: Council Remuneration Survey

#32-24

Moved by: Wayne Junor

Seconded by: Todd Rydall

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report on Council Remuneration Survey Results dated February 22, 2024, and based on the Report Recommendation and the fact that no increase has been made since 2005;

THAT Council approves an increase of $2,000.00 for the Mayor and $1,980.78 increase for Council which is to be phased in over 2 years. For 2024 and 2025 Mayor to receive an increase of $1,100.00 and Council to receive an increase of $990.39.

AND FURTHER that the remuneration shall be increased each year, effective January 1, 2026, based on the tax rate increase percentage from the previous calendar year.

Carried.

9. New Business

a. Planning: Application for Consent – L2024-1 (a) & (b) Konka # 33-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Todd Rydall

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves consent application L2024-1 (a) & (b) severances.

Carried.

b. Memo: Blue Box Program Transition to Full Producer Responsibility

#34-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report on Blue Box Program Transition to Full Producer Responsibility; and

THAT Council directs the Clerk to communicate with CM that the Township of Laird would like to opt-in and would like to receive a customized Opt-in Depot Operations Agreement for review; and

FURTHER THAT Council directs the Clerk to opt out of the joint recycle bins at the island turn-off.

Carried.

10. Notices of Motion

11. Closed Session

#35-24

Moved by: Matt Frolick

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council proceed into closed session at 8:25 p.m. in accordance with Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act in order to personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.

Carried.

a. Approval of closed meeting minutes of January 18, 2024

b. Personal matters about identifiable individuals

#36-24

Moved by: Matt Frolick

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council come out of closed meeting session at 8:57 p.m. and continue with Regular Council Meeting.

Carried.

12. Communications and Correspondence

a. Algoma Public Health, RE: Merger discussions between Algoma Public Health and Health Sudbury and Districts – January 18, 2024

b. Algoma Council on Domestic Violence – January 20, 2024

c. Ironside Consulting Services Inc. – Announcement – February 12, 2024

d. Support Resolution, City of Cambridge Re: Catch & Release – February 14, 2024

13. Mayor and Council Comments

14. By-laws

a. 2010-23 Conformity By-law

#36-24

Moved by: Todd Rydall

Seconded by: Ed Lapish

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopts By-law 2010-24 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the meeting of Council held on February 22, 2024.

Carried.

15. Adjournment

#37-24

Moved by: Ed Lapish

Seconded by: Wayne Junor

BE IT RESOLVED THAT this Council shall now adjourn to meet again March 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. or until the call of the chair.

Carried.

Mayor – (blank) Shawn Evoy

Clerk – (blank) Jennifer Errington

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MINUTES OF THE LAIRD RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT THE

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MINUTES OF THE LAIRD RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP OFFICE ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024

MEMBERS PRESENT: Suzanne Evoy Shawn Evoy Noah Crozier Rhonda Crozier Jo-Anne Entwistle Brenda Aelick Matt Frolick

REGRETS: Donna Bos

The meeting was called to order by Matt Frolick, Chairperson.

ON MOTION (No. R05-24) Moved by Shawn Evoy, seconded by Jo-Anne Entwistle "That the committee approves the Main Recreation Committee Agenda of February 27, 2024 including Laird Hall Minutes for approval" CARRIED

ON MOTION (No. R06-24) Moved by Shawn Evoy, seconded by Noah Crozier "That the committee approves the Main Recreation Committee Minutes of December 14, 2023, the Finns Bay Wharf Committee Minutes of January 24, 2024, Bar River Hall Committee Minutes of January 24, 2024 and the Laird Hall Committee Minutes of February 6, 2024 as presented." CARRIED

Committee Reports:

1. Bar River Hall: Hall meeting is coming up to discuss further construction plans.

2. Laird Hall: Council has approved of the Laird Hall applying for the Trillium Grant this year

New chairs are required and the Laird Hall and Fairgrounds would like to share the chairs between the two facilities.

ON MOTION (No. R07-24) Moved by Jo-Anne Entwistle, seconded by Suzanne Evoy "That the committee approves of the Laird Hall Committee selling the old metal chairs.”

CARRIED

3. G. W. Evoy Rink: Due to weather conditions, the rink was only open for a total of 5 days this year.

4. Laird Fairgrounds The township commitments for the RCMP Ride were discussed. Budget meeting scheduled for Thurs. Feb. 29, 2024

5. Heritage Forms are ready to pour. Needs engineered slab.

ON MOTION (No. R08-24) Moved by Shawn Evoy, seconded by Brenda Aelick "That the committee approves the account for January 2023 in the amount of $28,043.36 as presented." CARRIED

Business Arising from Minutes:

The Winter Carnival scheduled for Sat. Jan. 27/24 was cancelled due to weather.

New Business:

ON MOTION (No. R09-24) Moved by Shawn Evoy, seconded by Jo-Anne Entwistle "That the recreation committee approves of a Pumpkin Fest Committee being formed by Council." CARRIED The Appreciation BBQ was discussed and some plans were made for this year. The Walk/Bike Event was discussed and the committee would like to revisit it next year. ON MOTION (No. R10-24) Moved by Brenda Aelick, seconded by Jo-Anne Entwistle "That the Recreation Committee is not in favour of the Finns Bay Wharf Committee holding a Meet & Greet on the Saturday before Pumpkin Fest." CARRIED

The next meeting will be held Tuesday March 26, 2024 at 7:00p.m. at the Laird Township Boardroom.

ON MOTION (No. R11-24) Moved by Shawn Evoy

"That the February 27, 2024 meeting by adjourned.” CARRIED

CHAIRPERSON: (blank)

SECRETARY: (blank)

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Township of Laird – General Cheques for February 2024

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Township of Laird

General Cheques for February 2024

ACCOUNTS CERTIFIED CORRECT

Motion # (Signed) Mayor

To Treasurer of Laird Township Authority Herewith To issue Cheques in payment of Accounts Certified by Clerk as listed above.

(Signed) Clerk

I hereby certify that Accounts listed above have been paid, and amounts are charged to proper expenditure appropriation.

Date Passed by Council (Signed) Treasurer

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD – Road Department

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
Road Department

VOUCHER LISTING

ACCOUNTS CERTIFIED CORRECT

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Memo: Skid Steer Flail Mower Quotes

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
MEMORANDUM

Date: March 21, 2024

To: Mayor Evoy and Council

From: David Pollari, Road Superintendent

Subject: Skid Steer Flail Mower Quotes

PURPOSE:

Road Department would like to purchase an industrial 72-inch Skid Steer Flail Mower. The proposed purchase would be prior to budget approval, with required modifications to fit backhoe not to exceed $1000.

The addition of this equipment would save the Township money that is currently being spent on roadside cutting as it would take just one pass to cut.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

In 2023 Roads Department purchased a 48-inch attachment to do roadside cutting/brushing. As a result, we did not contract out for roadside cutting in 2023. This equipment did the job, however, the office had complaints from residents that it was not as good as in previous years. A flail mower is more rugged than a finishing mower and less expensive to repair than a disc mower if parts break.

QUOTES: Note: Quotes do not include taxes or shipping costs.

RECOMMENDATION:

It is the recommendation of the Road Superintendent to purchase a flail mower, as the addition of a flail mower should improve efficiency and appearance of a finished job.

BE IT RESOLVED that Council receives the Skid Steer Flail Mower Quotes report; and further that Council approves the purchase of (blank), as discussed.

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Roads projected labour budget 2024

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Roads projected labour budget 2024

Roads Work Schedule

Work Days/Mo Schedul 41.5 41.5 46.5 45.5 54.5 54.5 Work Days/Mo Availabl 44 40 46.5 45.5 54.5 55 Difference ‐2.5 1.5 0 1 Week Holiday 0 0 1 Week Holidays ‐0.5

Work Days/Mo 42.5 43.5 51 44 35.5 41.5 542.00

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Memo: 2024 Bi-Annual Bridge Inspection Tender Results

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
MEMORANDUM

Date: March 21, 2024

To: Mayor Evoy and Council

From: Jennifer Errington, Clerk Administrator

Subject: 2024 Bi-Annual Bridge Inspection Tender Results

RECOMMENDATION:

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the report from the Clerk Administrator regarding the results of the 2024 tender for bridge inspections among five local municipalities be received; and That Council approves the bid from Kresin Engineering in the amount of $2,429.50 for the Township of Laird.

Background:

Tenders for biennial bridge inspections are circulated and coordinated by the Township of Plummer and Plummer Additional for Laird, St. Joseph, Tarbutt, and Johnson

For Laird, quotes were received for the following:

1. Bridges: 2. Culverts:

a. Lakeview Bridge a. Lake George Road

b. Lapish Bridge b. Government Road

c. Government Bridge

Note: Bar River Bridge, joint with Macdonald, Meredith, and Aberdeen Additional (MMAA), will be taken care of by MMAA and Laird will be invoiced half.

Bids were received from two local engineering firms with the following results:

Laird 2024

Culvert Tender

Bridge Tender Bid

Bid

Company Name (Price includes Total Laird Bid Est. Start Date (Prices Includes

HST)

HST)

Tulloch Engineering $1,813.55 $1,118.70 $2,932.35 6/3/2024 Kresin Engineering $1,525.50 $ 904.00 $2,429.50 6/1/2024 Difference $ 288.05 $ 214.70 $ 502.85

Financial Implications:

This item will be included in the 2024 operating budget.

Summary:

Bridge inspections are legislated for completion every two years.

TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

REVISION APRIL 2024 DRAFT BUDGET

2023 2023 2024

Description Budget April Draft

TAXATION REVENUE

APRIL DRAFT BUDGET 2024

Bar River Hall

APRIL DRAFT BUDGET 2024

APRIL DRAFT BUDGET 2024

RESERVES & TRANSFERS (Going into Reserves)

APRIL DRAFT BUDGET 2024

Capital Other Projects

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Memo: Building Permit Annual Report for 2023

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

MEMORANDUM

Date: March 21, 2024

To: Mayor Evoy and Council

From: Rhonda Crozier, Treasurer

Subject: Building Permit Annual Report for 2023

PURPOSE:

The Ontario Building Code Act, SO 1992 C23, as amended, Section 7(4) prescribes that

a municipality is required to prepare a report every twelve (12) months that contains

information about fees prescribed for the application and issuance of permits, for

maintenance inspections and orders and coasts of the municipality to administer and

enforce the Act in its area of jurisdiction.

There have been no changes to the existing fee schedules in 2023.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Recommendation:

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report on Building Permits 2023 and that the Treasurer requests that the Building Permit By-Law 940-13 be amended to cover future costs associated with building permits.

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Memo: Investment Report 2023

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
MEMORANDUM

Date: March 21, 2024

To: Mayor Evoy and Council

From: Rhonda Crozier, Treasurer Deputy-Clerk

Subject: Investment Report 2023

Background/Overview:

The Township has an investment policy in place that sets guidelines for municipal investments, as defined by and in compliance with the requirements of Ontario Regulation 438/97 (Eligible Investments and Related Financial Agreements). The regulation also requires the Treasurer to report annually to Council on the performance of the investments and compliance with the Investment Policy (By-law 1087-23).

Summary of Investment Performance:

The Township has earned $28,038.12 in investment income from our portfolio with IPC Securities for Capital Reserves as of December 31, 2023. This brings the total investment to $828,038.12 at the end of the year 2023. Note: Investment started October

The Township has earned $360.25 in investment income from CIBC Flexible GIC for Cemetery Reserves as of May 19, 2023. This brings the total investment to $26,092.36 which is reinvested for one year at an annual interest rate of 4.5%.

The Township has earned $524.15 in investment income from CIBC Bonus Rate GIC for Capital Reserves as of Mar. 3, 2023. This brings the total investment to $58,763.20 which is reinvested for one year at an annual interest rate of 3.5%.

Compliance with Investment Policy:

All investment made in 2023 have complied with the Investment Policy of the Township, and with Ontario Regulation 438/97.

Recommendation:

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the 2023 Annual Report on Investments from the Treasurer be received for information.

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD – RESERVES

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

RESERVES

2023

Reserves are funded through the inclusion in the annual operating or capital budget or through a resolution of council.

WORKING CAPITAL FIRE CAPITAL G. W. EVOY RINK This Reserve is to fund the capital This Reserve is to fund the cost of This Reserve is to fund expenses such as

fire service needs. Playground Equipment. unanticipated operating, cash flow problems, capital and emergencies.

RECREATION HERITAGE
ASSET MANAGEMENT GENERAL This Reserve is to fund the develop of a
GENERAL This Reserve is to fund expenses new Museum for the township.
This Reserve is to fund expenses associated associated with Rec

with the Asset Management Plan CEMETERY WHARF This Reserve is to fund the capital projects ROAD EQUIPMENT This Reserve is to fund the at the cemetery . This Reserve is to fund the replacement of Road development of the Wharf

Equipment Capital.

BAR RIVER HALL INVESTMENTS LANDFILL This Reserve is to fund the GIC - CIBC $58,763.20 Maturity March 4 This Reserve is to fund the expenses associated Township's portion of the NOHFC IPC Securities $800,000 Investment with the closure and post closure liability of the Capital project.

landfill site. CEMETERY GIC - CIBC $26,092.68 Maturity May 19

2024-03-19

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD – PROJECTED RESERVES

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TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

PROJECTED RESERVES

2024

Reserves are funded through the inclusion in the annual operating or capital budget or through a resolution of council.

WORKING CAPITAL FIRE CAPITAL G. W. EVOY RINK This Reserve is to fund the capital This Reserve is to fund the cost of This Reserve is to fund expenses such as

fire service needs. Playground Equipment. unanticipated operating, cash flow problems, capital and emergencies.

RECREATION HERITAGE
ASSET MANAGEMENT GENERAL This Reserve is to fund the develop of a
GENERAL This Reserve is to fund expenses new Museum for the township.
This Reserve is to fund expenses associated associated with Rec

with the Asset Management Plan CEMETERY WHARF This Reserve is to fund the capital projects ROAD EQUIPMENT This Reserve is to fund the at the cemetery . This Reserve is to fund the replacement of Road development of the Wharf

Equipment Capital.

BAR RIVER HALL INVESTMENTS LANDFILL This Reserve is to fund the GIC - CIBC $58,763.20 Maturity March 4 This Reserve is to fund the expenses associated Township's portion of the NOHFC IPC Securities $828,038 Investment with the closure and post closure liability of the Capital project.

landfill site. CEMETERY GIC - CIBC $26,092.68 Maturity May 19

2024-03-19

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MINUTES OF THE LAIRD FAIRGROUNDS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT THE

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MINUTES OF THE LAIRD FAIRGROUNDS COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP OFFICE ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024

MEMBERS PRESENT: Brenda Aelick Colleen Alloi Vasco Dias Jim Withers Brad Shewfelt Ed Lapish

REGRETS: Chuck Siddall

SECRETARY: Rhonda Crozier

ON MOTION (No. R01-24) Moved by Ed Lapish seconded by Colleen Alloi "That the committee approved the agenda of February 29, 2024 and the minutes of August 8, 2023 be adopted as circulated.” CARRIED

Business Arising out of the Minutes:

a) Brenda Aelick reported that the 2023 Pumpkin Fest was a success. Approximately 300 people attended. It was the consensus of the committee to ask the council

to create a Pumpkin Fest Committee.

b) The Swap Meet had a good turnout. Approximately $800 was raised to be put towards a new sign for the fairgrounds.

c) LIR washroom repairs were discussed. Budget should include altering the fence to allow for better access to the fairgrounds and a new washroom sign quoted at $280.

ON MOTION (No. R02-24) Moved by Colleen Alloi seconded by Ed Lapish "That the committee requests council to RESERVE $6500 the remainder of the 2023 funding for repairs to the LIR washrooms to allow for further repairs to fencing and signage in 2024.” CARRIED

d) Gazebo Grant Repairs were discussed and $2500 remaining under the grant will go towards the installation of a wall on the open east side of the Gazebo.

New Business:

a) The committee discussed the Operating Budget and the Capital Budget for the fairgrounds.

ON MOTION (No. R03-24) Moved by Brad Shewfelt seconded by Ed Lapish "That the committee approves of the 2024 Operating Budget and Capital Budget as discussed.” CARRIED

b) Colleen Alloi reported on the RCMP Ride. The North Shore Agricultural Society is volunteering to complete some repairs required for the RCMP Ride. The repairs include Horse Areana Upgrades and Horse Stable Upgrades. Volunteers are needed. The committee also discussed the arena rules.

The next meeting to be determined.

ON MOTION (No. R04-23) Moved by Ed Lapish

“That the February 29, 2024 meeting be adjourned.” CARRIED

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MINIUTES OF THE LAIRD HERITAGE SUB-COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP BOARDROOM ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2024

MEMBERS PRESENT: Shawn Evoy, Colleen Orr, Suzanne Evoy, Linda MacDonald

SECRETARY: Jennifer Errington

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Shawn Evoy, Chairperson.

Routine Matters:

ON MOTION (No. 01-24) Moved by Colleen Orr, seconded by Linda MacDonald “That the Minutes of June 8, 2023, be approved as presented.” CARRIED

Business Arising out of the Minutes:

a) Museum Building – Next Steps:

i. Foundation – Approved, to be poured spring 2024

ii. Building Layout

a) Building Orientation

New building to be in line with the gazebo with an entry to look like an old school.

b) Door Openings

Second entrance to the West to a walkway.

c) Roof Pitch

Cathedral ceiling. Roof pitch to be similar to Knox Church.

d) Bell

Shawn Evoy has the old school bell provided by Verna Lapish, and plans to put the bell up at the new museum.

iii. Interior Layout – discuss interior partition requirements

Discussed open building design with displays and shadow boxes. Layout design to be based on the Laird Chronicles as follows:

• In the Beginning
• Settler Families
• Farming
• Schools
• Community Life.

It was discussed having the Knox Church moved to be located beside the new museum at the Fairgrounds and have the following displays in the Knox Church:

• Churches
• Military Effort

b) Report: Online Museum, lairdheritagecentre.ca, is complete.

Committee members are very impressed with the website. It was discussed that some of the photos require updating with originals, if possible.

New Business:

a) Request to have donated quilt returned to the family

No record of the quilt being received from the family and/or there is no record of the disposal of a quilt. Secretary to reach out to the requestor to advise we do not have record of the quilt.

b) Hiring Summer Student – Job Advertisement

Members will leave it up to municipal staff to conduct interviews.

c) Project for student – Discussion

• Track down original photographs for website.
• Update/recreate the farm map done by a previous summer student. Have map digitized.
• Look up information from On Land, Land Registry.
• Digitize Laird and Bar River chronicles/newspaper articles.
• Create a “Through the Years” Facebook page. Coleen Orr to reach out to Sylvia Stobie to see if she would assist.

Five-year plan:

a) Five-year plan – Discussion

2023

• Virtual Museum Project

2024

• Museum Foundation
• Museum Frame and roofing

2025

• Museum Interior
• Sidewalks to the road and Gazebo

2026

• Building additions
• Building entrance
• Foundation for Knox Church
• Move Knox Church to Fairgrounds

2028

• Plant Trees

Budget:

Budget was discussed and the following figures were determined:

Operating Budget:

Capital Budget:

ON MOTION (No. 02-24) Moved by Suzanne Evoy, seconded by Colleen Orr “That the budget for the Heritage Sub-Committee, as discussed, be submitted to Council for approval.” CARRIED

Meetings:

The next meeting is to be held in June, once summer student starts.

Adjourn Meeting:

ON MOTION (No. 03-24) Moved by Linda MacDonald, seconded by Suzanne Evoy “That the March 13, 2024 meeting be adjourned at 5:57 p.m.” CARRIED

BAR RIVER COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMITTEE MEETING
MINUTES

MARCH 6, 2024

LOCATION: BAR RIVER COMMUNITY CENTRE
PRESENT: Shawn Evoy Heather Frolick Allen Cook Pam Cook
Matt Frolick Suzanne Evoy Marlene Paquette

The meeting was called to order by Shawn Evoy, Chairperson.

Hall Drawings were distributed by Shawn Evoy. Siding options were discussed, including the options of pre-finished vs. unfinished that would require painting. The group decided to pursue unfinished wood, which would be included in the upcoming tender.

The option of moving the furnace to the crawl space was discussed, since space in the backroom will be limited with the addition of the additional washroom.

Interior doors were discussed, and the group decided to pursue wooden doors, as opposed to hollow metal doors.

Shawn Evoy will prepare 2 tenders – 1 for exterior renovations, including siding, windows and exterior doors (items listed in budget), with the addition of steps, engineering, eavestroughs and downspouts. The 2 nd tender will be for interior renovations, including washrooms, kitchen renovations and painting (items listed in budget).

Heather Frolick will research options for replacing the current wainscoting, as well as lighting and fans.

Options for the kitchen were discussed, including the need to replace the outlet for the microwave, and the possibility of replacing the ovens.

Heather Frolick will review options for a new kitchen freezer. The need for Certified Food Handlers was discussed. Tina Szucs and Heather Frolick will follow through on certification for when the Hall reopens.

The next meeting will be held April 10, 2024 at 7pm at the Community Centre.

Meeting adjourned at 8pm.

Cemetery Board

MINUTES

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Location: Board Room

Present: Chairperson: Shawn Evoy

Members: Beth Bruce, Merril Evoy, Brad Shewfelt, Dick Beitz

Regrets: Darin Evoy, Matt Frolick, Allen Cook Secretary-Treasurer: Jennifer Errington

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1. Routine Matters

a) Appointment of Board Chair

# 01-24

Moved by: Merril Evoy

Seconded by: Dick Beitz

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Cemetery Board appoints Shawn Evoy as Cemetery Board Chair.

Carried.

b) Approval of Cemetery Board minutes of October 30, 2023

# 02-24

Moved by: Beth Bruce

Seconded by: Brad Shewfelt

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Cemetery Board approves the Cemetery Board minutes of October 30, 2023, as presented.

Carried.

2. Delegations

3. Business Arising out of the Minutes

a) Plot map & layout discussion

• Discussed having Tulloch Engineering doing lidar mapping, but settled on asking them for basic reference lines at this time.

b) Internment Rights records discussion

• Discussed that in the future we could approach the families who own plots not being used and that we need to have internment rights for each plot designed by the plot owner.
• Clerk to take a Cemetery course at the end of March and report on what policy can be put in place to deal with empty plots and how to address internment rights.

c) Tree trimming limits discussion

• Discussed that in spring the Cemetery Board members can walk though the cemetery and decide on what trees require removal.

d) Gravelled walkway at entrance and bridge approaches discussion

• Discussed the need to have fabric underneath to prevent growth under entrance roads. It was discussed to not proceed with walkways at this time.
• Gravel for two entrances. Discussed using 7/8” gravel from Bean Construction.

e) Levelling & topsoil tender

- The 2023 tender, which was awarded to Bailey Contracting, will conduct work this year.

f) Grave marker maintenance/straightening/lifting tender

- The 2023 tender, which was awarded to Bailey Contracting, will conduct work this year.

g) Book Keeper discussion

# 03-24

Moved by: Brad Shewfelt

Seconded by: Beth Bruce

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Cemetery Board requests Council to consider appointing Marion

Beaulieu as the Cemetery Records keeper and requested the Secretary-Treasurer to contact

Marion to confirm.

Carried.

4. New Business

5. Five-year plan

a) Goal to develop a five-year plan

Five-year plan was discussed as follows:

2024

- First and Second phase of top soil & maintenance (stone realignment) project

- Surveying

- Determine vacant plots

2025

- Third phase of top soil & maintenance (stone realignment) project

2026

- Forth phase of top soil & maintenance (stone realignment) project

2027

- Fifth and final phase of top soil & maintenance (stone realignment) project

6. Budget

a) DRAFT 2024 Budget

Budget was discussed and the following figures were determined:

Cemetery Operating:

# 04-24

Moved by: Brad Shewfelt

Seconded by: Merril Evoy

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the budget for the Cemetery Board, as discussed, be submitted to Council for approval.

Carried.

7. Correspondence

8. Meetings

a) Set dates for April 2024 and October 2024

• Consensus of the Board to meet on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at the Cemetery and on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

Next Steps for the next meeting:

• Recommended policy on vacant owned plots
• Investigate records of internment rights
• Budget – review budget approved by Council
• Survey basic lines
• Flag trees to be removed
• Report on land rental position from of farm using the cemetery property.

9. Adjourn meeting

# 05-24

Moved by: Brad Shewfelt

Seconded by: Dick Beitz

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Cemetery Board meeting be adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

Carried.

Back to the agenda

MINUTES OF THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP POLICE SERVIES BOARD MEETING

PDF pages 48 to 63.

MINUTES OF THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP POLICE SERVIES BOARD MEETING
HELD FEBRUARY 26, 2024, AT 9:00 AM IN THE LAIRD TOWNSHIP
BOARDROOM CHAMBERS

Present: Chair: Shawn Evoy

Member: Dan Crozier

Provincial Representative: Vacant

Ontario Provincial Police: S/Sgt. Laurie Graham Secretary-Treasurer: Jennifer Errington

The meeting was called to order by Shawn Evoy, chairperson.

ON MOTION (No. 01-24) of Dan Crozier, seconded by Shawn Evoy that the Police Services Board approves the agenda of February 26, 2024, with the modification to add a closed meeting matter. CARRIED

ON MOTION (No. 02-24) of Dan Crozier, seconded by Shawn Evoy that the Police Services Board approves the minutes of November 1, 2023, as presented.

CARRIED

Delegations and Presentations

S/Sgt Graham of the Sault Ste. Marie OPP Detachment presented Calls For Service (CFS) report for October, November and December 2023 and January 2024, the Records Management System report for October, November and December 2023 and January 2024, and Integrated Court Offences Network report for October, November and December 2023 and January 2024.

• Concentrating efforts to Neebish Road
• Re-established cadet program, new cadet started December 2023 for a one-year contract.
• OPP is working on hiring a special constable

Business Arising out of Discussions

Focus Patrol program has changed. OPP is focusing on Neebish Road and Pumpkin Point Road. It has been requested to have sergeants get out before 9

a.m. and between 2-5 p.m.

New Business

RCMP Musical Ride – July 10 & July 11, 2024 was discussed. There is a possibility that officers may volunteer to attend the event. However, the process to have duty officers attend the event would be through a paid duty. S/Sgt Graham will send over the Paid Duty Request Form.

Illegal Dumping Incident – December 29, 2023 was discussed. In the future when situations like illegal dumping arises, the best practice is to report it to the police to investigate.

Board Meetings

The next meeting to be held on Monday, May 6, 2024. New Act to be in place for April 1, 2024, therefore the scheduled meeting may change.

Closed Meeting

ON MOTION (No. 03-24) of Dan Crozier, seconded by Shawn Evoy that the Police Services Board enter into closed meeting session as per Police Services Board By-law 02-04 Section 2.12 b) to discuss a matter pertaining to criminal and other police investigations in which premature public disclosure could prejudice the successful completion of their investigation, or interfere with the right of an accused person to a fair and impartial trial or hearing. CARRIED

ON MOTION (No. 04-24) of Dan Crozier, seconded by Shawn Evoy that the Police Services Board come out of closed meeting session at 9:46 a.m. and continue on with Regular Police Board Meeting. CARRIED

Adjournment

ON MOTION (No. 05-24) of Dan Crozier, seconded by Shawn Evoy that the police services board meeting be adjourned at 9:50 a.m. and will meet again Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Secretary-Treasurer -

Chair -

Hello Members of the Algoma District Municipal Association Members!

The spring session of ADMA has been scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024 starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Blind River Community Centre. The meeting will end at 1:00 p.m. with a working lunch to allow time for those members who are driving to Toronto for the Good Roads conference.

Would you please respond to this email indicating if you plan to attend this meeting or not. I want to ensure that we have a great agenda to make it worth your precious time! Speaking of the Agenda, I have a few ideas:

• Succession Planning
• Tiny Homes
• Fire Fighter Training
• Housing Shortage
• Physician Recruitment
• Recycling and the change to Producer Pay
• Accessibility
• Community Issues and Initiatives
• Council/Staff Relations
• FOI Requests
• Fall Meeting (Algoma West& North) Place & Date

If you have topics that you would like included in the agenda, please advise.

Our Executive Director Cathy Cyr has resigned as she has a new job. Pam Walsh, the Deputy Clerk for the Town of Blind River has agreed to take on the Executive Director position. The Executive has agreed to having Pam in this position and we will ask for a formal vote from ADMA members at the meeting.

ADMA membership dues will be requested once we have the transfer of banking information completed. We will be advising members and administration staff about etransfers as well as our new mailing address.

We, the executive look forward to seeing you at the April ADMA meeting!

Best wishes

Lynn Watson Cheryl Fort Sally Hagman President 1 st Vice President 2 nd Vice President

ATTACHMENT – ADMA 23-Sept-23 (minutes)

ALGOMA DISTRICT MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION Fall Symposium Meeting 3 Chris Simon Drive, Wawa, Ontario Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.

MINUTES

(1) CALL TO ORDER & NOTE MEMBERS PRESENT

President Lynn Watson called the meeting to order at 11:04 a.m.

Presents:

Lynn Watson, Mayor, Township of McDonald, Meredith, Aberdeen Additional Beverly Nantel, Mayor, Township of Dubreuilville

Belinda Kistemaker, Councillor, Township of Hornepayne Enzo Palumbo, Mayor, Prince Township

Melanie Pilon, Mayor, Municipality of Wawa

Jim Dunbar, Councillor, Town of Blind River

Keith Stobie, Councillor, Johnson Township

Janet Maguire, Clerk/CAO, Johnson Township

Tara Hart, Mayor, Township of White River

Regrets:

Sally Hagman, Mayor, Town of Blind River

Norman Mann, Councillor, City of Elliot Lake

Reg McKinnon, Mayor, Johnson Township

Beth West, Mayor, Township of Plummer Additional Lennie Smith, Mayor, Township of Tarbutt & Tarbutt Jody Wildman, Mayor, Township of St. Joseph

Shawn Evoy, Mayor, Laird Township

Jennifer Errington, Clerk, Laird Township

Matthew Seabrook, Mayor, Township of Huron Shores Cheryl Fort, Mayor, Township of Hornepayne

Bill Rosenburg, Mayor, Town of Thessalon

Mike Mantha, MPP, District of Algoma

Terry Sheenan, MPP, Sault Ste. Maire

Guests: Heather Rainville, assisting the ADMA Executive Director, Wawa

Media: None

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(2) REVIEW OF ADDENDUM & APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Moved by: T. Hart R. 2023-12

Seconded by: B. Nantel

RESOLVED THAT the Agenda for the Algoma District Municipal Association scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 2023, be approved, as presented.

(3) ANNOUNCEMENTS/OPENING REMARKS

3.1 Mayor Watson asked if Mayor Pilon would read the land acknowledgment for this meeting and has asked for a land acknowledgement to be read and added to the regular agenda packages going forward. Action: Add to future agendas the reading of the land acknowledgement.

3.2 Mayor Watson advised that the Executive Director would not be present at today’s meeting and that Heather Rainville would be stepping in for this meeting. Heather has put all documentation for review through the projector instead of the documents being printed.

3.3 As the Municipality of Wawa is hosting this meeting, Mayor Watson had asked Mayor Pilon to do a presentation on the impacts to of the mining operations to the municipalities. Mayor Pilon and Mayor Nantel put a presentation together to share these impacts.

3.4 Mayor Pilon asked for a round table introduction. Each member stated their name, title. Mayor Watson advised he’s been involved with this district association for probably 35 years. Seen a lot of mayors come and go but the association has stood the test of time. There has been some ups and downs but he feels this is an excellent organization to give all the mayors/councils an opportunity to discuss some of the issues that affect us.

(4) APPROVAL OF MINUTES

April 22, 2023 – Echo Bay

Moved by: K. Stobie R. 2023-13

Seconded by: J. Dunbar

RESOLVED THAT the Algoma District Municipal Association does hereby adopt the Minutes of the April 22, 2023, Spring Symposium as contained on Pages 1-7, held in Echo Bay, Ontario, as amended.

CARRIED.

Action: Correction required in the spelling of members present for Janet Maguire (shown as Janet McGuire), Reg McKinnon (shown as Ray McKinnon) and Keith Stobie (shown as Keith Stoble).

Minutes to be signed and placed in the Minute Binder.

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(5) PRESENTATIONS

5.1 Mining Impact on Small Municipalities – Pitfalls and Benefits,
Mayors Melanie Pilon (Municipality of Wawa) and Bev Nantel
(Township of Dubreuilville)

Mayor Nantel provided a history of the gold mines in the Dubreuiville area including the years they were opened, when they closed, when some reopened and how the economy played into each of occurrences. A large number of families had to leave the area for work which hurt the town.

Richmont Mine (now Alamos) opened in 2006/2007. Migno started their talks 12 years ago about re-permitting the underground mine to be an open pit mine. This open pit mine is now in production mode.

These mines are outside of the municipal boundaries so the municipality does not collect any taxes from this industry. In 1989, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs created a Wawa/Dubreuilville zoning order that legislates the mining industry to put bunk houses within the municipal boundaries. This is a benefit that other communities don’t have. This zoning order was created after the ministry was questioned why other mines with bunk houses in the Marathon and Manitouwadge area, that were outside the municipal boundaries, were benefiting from industrial taxes being collected. The ministry said they would never allow taxes to be collected from outside the boundaries again so instead, they put this housing zoning order in place so the municipalities could get the residential taxes for these bunk houses. Dubreuilville has two bunk houses on the outskirts of town that they collect taxes for.

There are pros and cons to having mines in your community. Points made were as follows:

• There is an increase in the number of workers needed to run these mines which brought many families back to the area.
• Any skilled labours tend to go to the mines and this causes a shortness in skilled workers in the service sector, including the municipalities. Municipalities are having issues hiring trained/skill employees for the Infrastructure Department and our Water Department.
• Dubreuilville doubled their population and this affects the infrastructure, policing, and the hospital operations. While the mines may provide some money to the hospital as a donation, it’s not nearly enough to cover the inflex in workers in the area.
• There is a tremendous transient population that live in the communities and they use the services but the funding model doesn’t take this into consideration as they are considered residents of other municipalities. These are workers that are not paying taxes to the municipality to contribute to the infrastructure needs.

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• Wawa’s airport is extremely busy and has multiple flights daily.
• Huge housing shortage which includes rentals. Cost of renting can be as high as $4,000 per month. Developers to build homes in the area will not build here as there is no money to be made and costs too much to hire workers to build these homes.
• Dubreuilville’s landfill expansion construction is being paid for by the mine(s) and the town will be increasing the landfill fees. The additional money obtained will be put into a reserve for landfill closure when/if the time comes to have to do that.
• Water/Sewer infrastructure wasn’t up to par at the old mill site in Dubreuilville and it had to be redone including one of the lift stations.
• Dubreuilville’s municipal staff had to be increased due to the amount of time spent dealing with the mines themselves and they didn’t want to burn their staff out.
• Local businesses are very busy now and new businesses are opening (Subway for example) as they feel more confident to do

so.

While it’s wonderful to have the economic development in the area, you do need to be strict with these businesses as they have a responsibility to their shareholders and not the residents. Always need to think about the decommissioning process if/when the time comes.

Action: Mayor Pilon to send a report on the number of mines in the District of Algoma.

Lunch Break 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm

5.2 AMO Activities, Mayor Melanie Pilon (Municipality of Wawa)

Mayor Pilon played a video that debuted at the AMO conference that she was a part of called AMO's Healthy Democracy Project. The AMO board has set aside $1 million over four years to strengthen the foundation of our local democracy. AMO convened an advisory committee consisting of 10 people (with Mayor Pilon being the only Northern Ontario representative) and they are getting ready to undertake a research project to investigate how they can meet their objectives. The group will be reaching out to Municipalities across Ontario to find out who may have been interested in running in the election but didn’t put their candidate papers in. They want to find a way to get more diverse candidates and how to get more people involved.

Mayor Pilon asked if anyone knows of any candidates in their municipality that were considering but didn’t follow through with their

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papers to let her know so she can pass on their information to the research advisory committee.

More information, including the video, can be found at https://www.amo.on.ca/about-us/healthy-democracy-project

The group spoke briefly about how to get young people educated on municipal jobs including trades, public works, office as well as council and what these jobs can do for them. Also, how we need young people to start getting involved with volunteering outside of their high school requirement.

Action: Mayor Pilon to send the work plan and the advisory group list to the ADMA group and then the ADMA will send it to all municipalities in the Algoma District.

(6) ADMA OLD BUSINESS

6.1 Constitution Review (for information)

Mayor Watson had made a proposal at the last meeting in Echo Bay to have the Executive Board (President-Mayor Watson, 1 st Vice-President-Mayor Fort, 2 nd Vice-President-Mayor Fort and Executive Director-Cathy Cyr) to review the constitution, make a few updates that are needed and then present it at this meeting. Due to unavailability, this meeting never occurred. Mayor Watson is still suggesting this process be completed. Mayor Fort, Mayor Hagman and Mayor Watson all agree that this is a good way to go about updating it. Mayor Watson will confirm with the Executive Director when she is available and would then set up a Zoom meeting to get this done. The constitution is 10-12 years old. It’s fine right now but need a few housekeeping items done like the membership fee, the conferences the chair is sent to, etc.

Everyone in attendance agrees to this recommendation.

Action: Ensure the constitution is sent out to members so they can review and provided any updating suggestions to the Executive Board.

(7) NEW BUSINESS

7.1 FONOM Update – Lynn Watson

FONOM board attended FONOM (next meeting is in May), ROMA, Ontario Good Roads, and AMO. Because they have delegations set up with the different ministers at each of these conferences, FONOM has been able to have FONOM board meetings at these conferences so that the people who are coming to the conference, are part of the delegation that meets with the government. They have found that the ministers like to ask specific questions for a specific area. An example would be a school board election in Thessalon where there was no municipal election for their council, but they still had to run the school board elections. This costs the residents a lot of money to run. Why would it

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land on the municipality to pay for that. FONOM is still trying to set up a meeting with the Ministry of Education to have the conversation.

FONOM board had meetings in Wawa, Perry Sound, and AMO in London. Next meeting is in Kapuskasing and a zoom meeting is set up with the auditors. FONOM tries to move the meetings around to small/medium size North Eastern Ontario municipalities. They also had meetings with the larger municipalities that have their own police forces like Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins, North Bay and Sudbury to discuss bail reform as all of northern areas are having problems the same people doing small crimes.

Another topic Mayor Watson spoke to was Virtual Health Care Information in his area. The Minister of Health cut out the ability to speak with a doctor virtually. What they were told was the reason for this cut was because the Ontario Medical Association didn’t like the fact that you didn’t have to see a doctor in person. It was brought up that some towns in the Algoma district have the issue of travelling a great distance sometimes just to see a doctor to get their prescriptions renewed. The Minister of Health has been asked to review this, which they said they would, as it is very important to the Algoma District.

FONOM and NOMA have been having joint sessions to work on presentations to share with the different ministries together. They met with 18 different ministers and they feel they have a good rapport with them. What they need from all the municipalities is their resolutions and their issues that they talk about. As the ADMA only meets twice a year, FONOM asks that you send the issues to them so they can bring them up at their meetings.

Mayor Watson provided an update on the Northern School of Medicine. They lobbed to increase the enrollment there which has increased twice and they just announced an increase in money. This is all from FONOM bringing issues forward.

The final discussion was regarding staff change over. Most of the municipalities in Algoma District are dealing with staff change over and Mayor Watson feels we haven’t done a good job selling the municipal organization as a good place to work. Lots of history will be leaving and it’s difficult for new employees entering cold.

7.2 Impact – Closure of the Espanola Mill

This closure just happened so there isn’t much information at this time but it is known that this closure not only will have major impact to Espanola but it will impact us all. The logging operations that go on around us had a lot of their fiber going to Espanola. If the mill is not going to be sold or not going to operate, it’s going to make an enormous change in the logging operations all around us. A lot of the timber that went to Espanola wasn’t the top high-grade timber which is about 80% of the timber taking out of our area at the present time. There have been some small discussions with the MNR and they aren’t sure where

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they are going as well. The group discussed the concern that if the mill stays closed for too long, the loggers will have to get out of the industry and for them to come back would cost them too much money so they won’t be able to. All municipalities need to think about how this is going to affect them and they need to voice their opinions to the government on how they are going to deal with it.

7.3 Financial Statement, Cathy Cyr, Exec Director, (Resolution)

The bank statements from September 2, 2022 to September 1, 2023 were presented. Due to a spreadsheet file issue, the financial statements could not be presented at this time but will be completed and sent out at a later date.

Action: Executive Director to send updated Financial Statement to the members and ensure that the cancelled cheques are shown when presenting bank statements in the future.

Moved by: B. Nantel R. 2023-14

Seconded by: B. Kistemaker

RESOLVED THAT the Algoma District Municipal Association does hereby accept the bank statements dated September 2, 2022-September 1, 2023, as presented, a copy of which is attached hereto.

CARRIED.

(8) Other – General Discussions (future speakers)

8.1 Blind River is offering to host the spring meeting and who would the group like as a speaker for this meeting.

Spring may be a good time to try and tie into something about the Espanola Mill shutdown.

Topics that came up were inflation, grocery store prices, entering a depression, economic forecasting, lack of housing to purchase, immigration strategy, and a branding project for the Algoma District.

Speakers suggested was our area’s FEDNOR representative, President of Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the candidate for the Federal Riding, and someone to talk about a district wide branding communication strategy.

Mayor Watson wanted to get Chief Stevenson from the Sault Ste. Marie Police Services to speak at this ADMA meeting about Bail Reform but it never got finalized.

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8.2 A short discussion was had regarding the change to the criminal background checks and how they are all done online now and not in person.

8.3 Councillor Dunbar asked Mayor Watson for a follow-up on the idea that FONOM brought forward with having 1% of HST going towards Northern Ontario infrastructure. Mayor Watson advised the government turned this down. Now during all the discussions that were had with the Ministry of Northern Development, over the next 5 years we will receive development monies, dollar amount based on population, for roads for resource extraction. Mayor Watson thinks they are working on making this a permanent thing for Northern Ontario.

8.4 The Federal government just announced that they will be removing the tax on building materials for business builders but not for individual use. Not sure on the date this comes into effect.

8.5 Councillor Stobie asked the group if there is anything more that can be done for our volunteer firefighters and whether there was any government assistance out there for this department. All stated that there is no government help. Each municipality handles their volunteer firefighters their own way which is done through their own municipal budgets. Training costs are higher for our areas due to travel and with the new mandate to get our volunteers up to date on the training standards, there should be more assistance to the municipalities.

8.6 The Zone 7 meeting is being held in Sault Ste. Marie November 1-3, 2023. Ms. Maguire asked about donations for the grab bags.

Action: If any of the townships want to put something in for the grab bags, donate to meals, or donate a gift, please let your clerks know and they can forward it on to Ms. Maguire.

(9) NEXT MEETING

Date & Location of Next Meeting (resolution)

Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:00 am in Blind River

Moved by: J. Dunbar R. 2023-15

Seconded by: E. Palumbo

RESOLVED THAT the Algoma District Municipal Association agrees that the next meeting will be held on April 20, 2024 in the Town of Blind River.

CARRIED.

(10) CLOSING REMARKS

None.

23-September-2023

MINUTES – ADMA, Fall Symposium Meeting – Saturday, September 23, 2023

(11) MEETING CLOSE

Moved by: K. Stobie R. 2023-16

Seconded by: M. Pilon

RESOLVED THAT the meeting close at 2:36 p.m.

CARRIED.

LYNN WATSON, PRESIDENT CATHY CYR, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

23-September-2023

Agenda 20 ‐ March 21, 2024 1 of 2

TASK SUMMARY SHEET RECENT ACTIVITY LOG

Agenda 20 ‐ March 21, 2024 2 of 2

TASK SUMMARY SHEET RECENT ACTIVITY LOG

Agenda 19 ‐February 22, 2024

TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

Registered Concern/Information Log

FINE LINE IN THE STAFF-COUNCILLOR RELATIONSHIP

Quote from Municipal World

Dealing with Problems - First of all the councillor should be taking enquiries to the CAO, who should then coordinate a response from staff. This point must be made crystal clear in training and policy should be repeated often. The councillor should be reminded that the identity of the complainant is their personal information and will never be released to someone else.

Planning: Zoning Amendment 01-24: PLAN H761 Lot 18 Lot 6 Pt, Laird Township

Application for Amendment to Zoning By-law 531

Owners/Applicants: Karolina Belanger and Mark Dick

Location of Subject Property: Plan H761, Lot 18 Lot 6 Pt, 153 Finns’ Bay Road N.

Zoning: Summer Cottage

Roll Number: 5711 000 004 20500 0000

Purpose of Application: The owners wish to have Plan H761, Lot 18 Lot 6 PT, rezoned Summer Cottage with a Special Exception to reduce the side yard setback requirement from 8 meters (26.25 feet) minimum to .64 meters (2.1 feet) at the closest corner and 2.94 meters (8.2feet) at the other end of the residence. The owner is requesting the amendment to the side yard setback as the current structure does not meet the side yard setbacks, the owner is re-building the structure to sit entirely on lot 18, and due to the small lot size requires amendments to the side yard setback.

SUBJECT PROPERTY

Proposed new residence

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Memo: Report of the Integrity Commissioner

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MEMORANDUM

TO: The Corporation of the Township of Laird

FROM: Antoinette Blunt, Integrity Commissioner

Ironside Consulting Services Inc

DATE: Report Submitted: 4 March 2024

SUBJECT: Report of the Integrity Commissioner

Covering the period from March 18, 2023, to December 31, 2023 (blank)

Appointment

On February 20, 2019, the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Laird appointed Antoinette Blunt, President, Ironside Consulting Services Inc. as the Municipality’s first Integrity Commissioner. The appointment was effective February 20,2019, according to By-Law No. 1010-19.

Municipal Act, 2001

Section 223.6 (1) of the Municipal Act states, that” If the Commissioner provides a periodic report to the municipality on his or her activities, the Commissioner may summarize advice he or she has given but shall not disclose confidential information that could identify a person concerned. 2006, c. 32, Sched. A, s. 98.”

Activities, Expenditures During Period and Total Since Appointment

There were no requests for advice or inquiries during this reporting period. There were no expenditures during this reporting period and $355.95 since date of appointment.

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Notice of Motion

PDF pages 65 to 76.

Notice of Motion

Date: March 21, 2024

Re: Road Superintendent Policy

This motion proposes that the Road Superintendent Policy of 1984 03 07 be reinstated with appropriate revisions, and to include the requirement for monthly updates on what work was planned and what work was accomplished in that month.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Corporate Services Municipal Governance 315 King Street West, P.O. Box 640 Chatham ON N7M 5KB

March 5, 2024

The Honourable Doug Ford

Premier of Ontario

Via Email: premier@ontario.ca

The Honourable Andrea Khanjin

Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Via E-mail: minister.mecp@ontario.ca

Re: Request to the Province to Amend Blue Box Regulation for ‘Ineligible’ Sources

Please be advised the Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, at its regular meeting held on March 4, 2024 supported the following resolution from the Township of Perry regarding the above noted matter;

Whereas under Ontario Regulation 391/21: Blue Box producers are fully accountable and financially responsible for their products and packaging once they reach their end of life and are disposed of, for ‘eligible’ sources only;

And Whereas ‘ineligible’ sources which producers are not responsible for include businesses, places of worship, daycares, campgrounds, public-facing and internal areas of municipal-owned buildings, and not-for-profit organizations, such as shelters and food banks;

And Whereas should a municipality continue to provide services to the ‘ineligible’ sources, the municipality will be required to oversee the collection, transportation, and processing of the recycling, assuming 100% of the costs;

Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent hereby request that the province amend Ontario Regulation 391/21: Blue Box so that producers are responsible for the end-of-life management of recycling products from all sources;

And further that Council hereby request the support of all Ontario Municipalities;

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And further that this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Andrea Khanjin, Minister of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks, Local MPP all Ontario Municipalities.

Sincerely,

Judy Smith, CMO

Director Municipal Governance/Clerk

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Local MPP

Ontario Municipalities

www.algomapublichealth.com

March 5, 2024

Dear community partners:

I'm reaching out to provide an update following our previous letter dated January 18, 2024, regarding the feasibility study of a potential voluntary merger between Algoma Public Health (APH) and Public Health Sudbury & Districts (PHSD).

After careful consideration, on February 20, Algoma Public Health's Board of Health unanimously voted not to proceed with merger. Although Public Health Sudbury & Districts' Board of Health voted in favor of a merger, the lack of agreement from both boards means that a voluntary merger will not proceed at this time.

The Algoma Board of Health’s decision not to proceed with the merger was informed by a comprehensive evaluation of potential impacts. This assessment covered areas such as service delivery, finance, workforce, and the broader health system.

Although a merger offered certain benefits, such as a potentially larger and more diverse workforce capacity, our Board members concluded that the benefits did not outweigh the significant transition and opportunity costs, along with the anticipated ongoing increased costs over the longer term.

We deeply value the input of our partners and remain dedicated to collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing public health outcomes in our region. We will continue to keep you informed, should there be any future developments regarding this matter.

For more information about Algoma Public Health's Board of Health and local public health programs and services in Algoma, please visit www.algomapublichealth.com.

Best regards,

Jennifer Loo, MD MSc CCFP FRCPC

Medical Officer of Health/CEO

Fax: 705-356-2494 Fax: 705-848-1911

The Corporation of the Township of St. Joseph

1669 Arthur Street P.O Box 187 Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 Telephone: 705-246-2625 Fax: 705-246-3142 www.stjosephtownship.com

March 7, 2024

Ontario Minister of Health Sylvia Jones,

RE: PHO Lab Closure Sault Ste. Marie

Dear Minister Jones,

At their March 6, 2024, Council meeting, The Township of St. Joseph passed resolution 2024-61 regarding the planned closure of six Public Health Ontario (PHO) Lab s, including the laboratory in Sault Ste. Marie.

The attached resolution outlines the objection to this closure and the detrimental effects of such a closure to the health and safety of residents in municipalities in our region.

The Township of St. Joseph wishes to advise Ontario's Minister of Health that it is opposed to the closure of the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab and requests that the PHO be directed to review past decisions to remove the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab's ability to test samples.

Respectfully,

Amanda Richardson

Clerk Administrator

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Municipalities across Algoma, the Algoma District Municipal Association (ADMA), the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM), Algoma-Manitoulin's Member of Provincial Parliament Michael Mantha, Sault Ste. Marie's Member of Provincial Parliament Ross Romano, the Leader of Ontario's Official Opposition (Marit Stiles) and the Official Opposition's Health Critic (France Gelinas).

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The Corporation of The Township of St. Joseph

PDF pages 77 to 78.

The Corporation of The Township of St. Joseph

COUNCIL RESOLUTION

Council Mee�ng Date: March 6 , 2024

Resolu�on #2024 -61

Moved By: Steven Adams

Seconded By: Bryon Hall

WHEREAS on December 6, 2023, the Ontario Auditor General's report and recommenda�ons for Public Health Ontario (PHO) recommends that six PHO labs, including the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab, be closed, and

WHEREAS the Auditor General only visited one lab in Northern Ontario (Sudbury) and only four labs altogether, and only interviewed medical officers from eight out of 34 of Ontario’s public health units, and

WHEREAS the Auditor General did not take the opportunity to hear from Northern Ontario residents and communi�es that would be impacted by its recommenda�ons about the health care inequi�es already faced by northern Ontarians, and

WHEREAS the �tle of the Auditor General's report “Value for Money Audit", clearly indicates that the primary objec�ve of its recommenda�ons are financial and are not focussed on addressing exis�ng inequi�es of health care services in Northern Ontario, and

WHEREAS tes�ng has been gradually removed from the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab meaning that the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab has had to send these samples elsewhere to be tested, and

WHEREAS this has resulted in skewed sta�s�cs being considered by the Auditor General and published in its report as jus�fica�on for its recommenda�on to close the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab, and

WHEREAS the staff employed at the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab have the exper�se, experience and knowledge to perform more tes�ng for Sault Ste. Marie and the surrounding region which would result in improved tes�ng turnaround �mes for residents, and

WHEREAS the COVID - 19 pandemic has provided a prime example of the inequi�es faced by residents of the Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma region when they had to wait 10+ days for their COVID - 19 test results even though there was the experience and exper�se in the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab to run the tests if the PCR COVID tes�ng was added to the Sault Ste. Marie lab, and

WHEREAS �mely tes�ng is key to iden�fying and confirming dangers to public health and preven�ng the growth of outbreaks and the spread of infec�on and the preven�on of widespread outbreaks, and

WHEREAS many rural residents in the Algoma region rely on the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab to test the private well water, and

TSJ Res #2024-61 -

WHEREAS the closure of the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab would mean longer wait �mes in ge�ng results from beach water, hotel and recrea�on centre spas/pools and provincial park water sampling for the region, or even the cessa�on of sampling altogether due to �me sensi�vity, and

WHEREAS Sault Ste. Marie and area is currently faced an acute shortage of doctors and the availability of clinical/diagnos�c tes�ng supports the atrac�on and reten�on of doctors, and

WHEREAS a strong local health care system requires a cri�cal mass of skilled health care professionals and health care services, which includes reliable and �mely lab tes�ng, and

WHEREAS there is a shortage of medical laboratory technologists (MLTs) in Ontario and the closure of the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab will result in the loss of eight full - �me posi�ons of skilled and experienced and lab atendants, and

WHEREAS lab staff at Sault Area Hospital are already overburdened with lab tes�ng from cri�cal care (ER, ICU, wards), and

WHEREAS before the PHO moves on with their plan, it requires approval from the Ontario Ministry of Health,

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township of St. Joseph advise the Ontario’s Minister of Health that it is opposed to the closure of the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that The Township of St. Joseph requests that the PHO be directed to review past decisions to remove the Sault Ste. Marie PHO lab’s ability to test samples, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolu�on be forwarded to Ontario’s Minister of Health, municipali�es across Algoma, the Algoma District Municipal Associa�on (ADMA), the Federa�on of Northern Ontario Municipali�es (FONOM), Algoma - Manitoulin’s Member of Provincial Parliament Michael Mantha, Sault Ste. Marie’s Member of Provincial Parliament Ross Romano, the Leader of Ontario’s Official Opposi�on (Marit S�les) and the Official Opposi�on’s Health Cri�c (France Gelinas).

Carried.

TSJ Res #2024-61 -

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By-law 2011-24

PDF page 79.

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

By-law Number 2011-24

Being a by-law to amend Laird Zoning By-law 531, concerning property designated as Lot 18 Lot 6 Pt, Plan H761, in the Township of Laird.

THE COUNCIL of the Corporation of the Township of Laird, pursuant to Section 34 of The Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P.13 and amendments thereto, ENACTS as follows:

1. LOT 16, PLAN M329 IN SAID TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD IS CHANGED FROM "SUMMER COTTAGE" TO "SUMMER COTTAGE WITH A SPECIAL EXCEPTION".

The zone designation of the property in Section 1 of this by-law, which land is shown on Schedule "A" to By-law 2011-24, and is shown outlined and marked "subject property" on the map attached as Schedule "A" hereto is changed from "S.C." (SUMMER COTTAGE) to "S.C.S.", (SUMMER COTTAGE with a SPECIAL EXCEPTION) to reduce the side yard setback requirement from 8 meters (26.25 feet) minimum to 0.64 meters (2.1 feet) at the closest corner and 2.94 meters (8.2 feet) at the other end of the residence.

2. SCHEDULE "A".

Schedule "A" hereto forms a part of this by-law.

3. EFFECT

The change in zone designation made by Section 1 hereof, does not repeal, alter or amend By-law 531 in respect of any lands other than those lands intended to be rezoned by this by-law.

4. BY-LAW 531 CONTINUES TO APPLY

The provisions of By-law 531 as amended hereby, continues to apply to the lands affected by this by-law except insofar as they are inconsistent with this by-law or higher or more restrictive or onerous requirements are imposed hereby.

5. LOCAL PLANNING APPEAL TRIBUNAL

This by-law shall come into force on the date of passing thereof, and take effect the day after the last day for filing notice of appeal, where no notice of appeal is received; where notice of appeal is received, upon approval of the Ontario Land Tribunal.

PASSED in Open Council this 21 st day of March, 2024.

Mayor (blank)

Shawn Evoy

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Schedule “A”

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By-law 2012-24

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD

By-law Number 2012-24

BEING A BY-LAW to confirm proceedings of the meeting of Council, March
21, 2024.

WHEREAS Section 5(3) of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 2001, as amended requires a municipal council to exercise its power by by-law except where otherwise provided;

AND WHEREAS in many cases, action which is taken or authorized to be taken by a Council or a Committee of Council does not lend itself to an individual by-law;

THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LAIRD
HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:

1. THAT the action of the Council at its meeting on March 21, 2024, in respect to each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the Council at its said meeting, is, except where prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed.

2. THAT the Mayor and the proper officers of the Township are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain approvals where required, and to execute all documents as may be necessary and directed to affix the Corporate Seal to all such documents as required.

READ and passed on Open Council this 21 st day of March 2024.

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Shawn Evoy

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