Council in Committee

O'Neill THAT Report PDD-03-2024 Application to Permit an Apartment and Townhouse Development in Hagersville be received; AND THAT application PLZ-HA-2023-128 to amend Haldimand County Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 by rezoning the subject lands from “General Commercial (CG)(H)” Zone and “Downtown Commercial (CD)(H)” Zone to “Urban Residential Type 5 (RH)(H)” Zone with a special provision be approved for reasons outlined in Report PDD-03-2024; AND THAT the proposal is deemed to be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 2020; AND THAT the by-law attached to Report PDD-03-2024 be presented for enactment at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting.

THAT Report PDD-07-2024 Zoning By-law Amendment to Rezone the Retained Subject Lands at 1675 Concession 3, Walpole, as a Condition of Consent be received; AND THAT application PLZ-HA-2024-039 to amend Haldimand County Zoning By-law No. HC 1-2020 to prohibit future residential development and home occupation opportunities on the retained farm lands at 1675 Concession 3, Walpole, be approved for reasons outlined in Report PDD-07-2024; AND THAT the proposal is deemed to be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS) and the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020; AND THAT the by-law attached to Report PDD-07-2024 be presented for enactment at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting.

O'Neill ​THAT the following motions be approved:

O'Neill THAT Report BME-01-2024 Animal Control By-law Amendment – Keeping of an Additional Dog for Compassionate Reasons be received; AND THAT an amendment to the Animal Control By-law 1396/13 be brought forward for Council approval at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting incorporating the changes noted in Report BME-01-2024.

O'Neill THAT Report CDP-05-2024 CPP – Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation Mower Purchase be received; AND THAT the request to purchase a replacement mower by the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation, for maintenance of fields operated through a Memorandum of Understanding within the County’s Fields & Parks Management Program, be approved; AND THAT capital project funding to an upset amount of $8,750 to support the purchase of a replacement field mower, with related funding from the Community Partnership Capital Reserve, be approved; AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with both Policies 2011-01 and 2023-02 and all County standards, permits, and processes; AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with a pre-existing lease agreement between the former Town of Dunnville and the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation; AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with a pre-existing Memorandum of Understanding between Haldimand County and the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation; AND THAT the revised budget, as outlined in Report CDP-05-2024, be approved.

THAT Report FPC-04-2024 Abandoned Cemetery Administration be received.

AND THAT Council support the resolution from Clearview Township requesting that a letter be sent in support.

THAT Report FPC-04-2024 Abandoned Cemetery Administration be received; AND THAT Haldimand County supports the resolution from the Township of Clearview dated December 11, 2023 Re: Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support; AND THAT a letter of support be circulated to the Honourable Todd McCarthy, Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery, Jim Cassimatis, Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) Interim CEO/Registrar, and MPP Bobbi Ann Brady.

THAT Report FIN-06-2024 Development Charges – 2024 Rate Adjustment be received; AND THAT a by-law be brought forward for Council approval at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting to reflect the Development Charges as outlined in Report FIN-06-2024.

O'Neill THAT Report EDT-04-2024 Grand River Outfitter – Municipal Park Operations be received; AND THAT the request from the Grand River Rafting Company LTD. to undertake operations in 2024 as a pilot, with the possibility for renewal for two additional one-year terms, be approved conditional upon the business entering into a license agreement with Haldimand County; AND THAT the license agreement between the Grand River Rafting Company LTD. and Haldimand County be developed based upon standard practices, and be executed by the General Manager, Community & Development Services; AND THAT, the fee structure as presented in report EDT-04-2024 be approved; AND THAT the General Manager, Community & Development Services be authorized to amend the terms and conditions contained within the license agreement to permit expansion of operations in 2025 and 2026 subject to consultation with and concurrence of County divisions identified in report EDT-04-2024.

THAT Report CLE-05-2024 Resolution from the City of Cambridge – Catch and Release Laws be received; AND THAT Haldimand County Council supports the resolution from the City of Cambridge, dated February 14, 2024, Re: Catch and Release Laws; AND THAT a letter of support be circulated to MP Leslyn Lewis, MPP Bobbi Ann Brady, and Chief Superintendent Dwight Thib (Commander, OPP West Region).

THAT Report CLE-06-2024 Community Safety and Policing Act be received.

WHEREAS farm drainage is of paramount importance in Ontario due to its significant impact on agricultural productivity and sustainability. Effective drainage systems help mitigate waterlogging, control soil moisture levels, and enhance soil structure, thereby optimizing growing conditions for crops; WHEREAS improved drainage also facilitates timely field operations, reduces erosion, and minimizes nutrient runoff, contributing to environmental conservation efforts; WHEREAS Ontario's diverse agricultural landscape, where weather variability is common, well-maintained drainage systems play a crucial role in ensuring stable yields, economic viability, and long-term resilience for farmers across the Province; WHEREAS the Tile Loan Drainage Act, R.S.O 1990, c. T.B allows for the borrowing of money for the purpose of constructing drainage works; WHEREAS the maximum annual limit for these loans, unchanged since 2004, is currently set at $50,000. WHEREAS costs for Tile Drainage has increased markedly since 2004; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Haldimand County Council supports the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe's request that the Province through the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) consider increasing the maximum annual Tile Loan limit to a minimum of $100,000. AND THAT this resolution be circulated to the Honourable Lisa Thompson, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and the Rural Ontar

O'Neill WHEREAS the Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act (AODA) is groundbreaking legislation, created to help people with disabilities fully participate in society, bring them to the table in crafting regulations, and build mechanisms to enforce standards; WHEREAS Rich Donovan, an expert in accessibility issues, was appointed as the Independent Reviewer of the Act in 2022, and in his 2023 legislative review declared a crisis as a necessary catalyst to get Ontario back on track for accessibility; WHEREAS at least 2.9 million Ontarians currently live with a disability, representing at least 22% of the consumer base and the workforce, but due to barriers, Ontarians with disabilities are too often falling short of their full potential; WHEREAS the AODA aims to develop, implement and enforce standards related to goods, services, accommodation, employment and buildings before Jan. 1, 2025, and municipalities, as the level of government closest to the people are at the front lines, developing, implementing and enforcing these standards without meaningful guidance on its implementation and/or enforcement by the Province; WHEREAS people with disabilities and advocates, including Prince Edward County's Accessibility Advisory Committee, note the slow pace of current and previous Ontario governments in implementing the AODA and there are growing concerns there will be no renewed push to keep accessibility issues at the forefront after 2025; WHEREAS Haldimand County is dedic

O'Neill THAT pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act , as amended, Council convene in a meeting at 1:22 p.m. closed to the public, to discuss:

O'Neill THAT Report CLE-07-2024 Citizen Appointment to Accessibility Advisory Committee be received and remain confidential; AND THAT Brandon Hoto be appointed to the Haldimand County Accessibility Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026; AND THAT a letter of appreciation be prepared and sent to all candidates.

THAT Report CLE-08-2024 Appointments to Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board be received and remain confidential; AND THAT Mayor Bentley and Councillor Trainer be appointed to the Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board, conditional upon successful completion of the Ministry’s mandated criteria, for the term ending November 14, 2026, or until their successor is appointed; AND THAT Lorne Boyko and Stuart McAskill be appointed to the Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board, conditional upon successful completion of the Ministry’s mandated criteria, for the term ending November 14, 2026, or until their successor is appointed; AND THAT a letter of appreciation be prepared and sent to all candidates.

THAT Report CLE-09-2024 Committee Member Conduct be received and remain confidential; AND THAT the confidential direction given to staff be confirmed.

THAT this meeting is now adjourned at 1:59 p.m.

1. THAT Report PDD-03-2024 Application to Permit an Apartment and Townhouse Development in Hagersville be received; 2. AND THAT application PLZ-HA-2023-128 to amend Haldimand County Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 by rezoning the subject lands from “General Commercial (CG)(H)” Zone and “Downtown Commercial (CD)(H)” Zone to “Urban Residential Type 5 (RH)(H)” Zone with a special provision be approved for reasons outlined in Report PDD-03-2024; 3. AND THAT the proposal is deemed to be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe 2020; 4. AND THAT the by-law attached to Report PDD-03-2024 be presented for enactment at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting.

1. THAT Report PDD-07-2024 Zoning By-law Amendment to Rezone the Retained Subject Lands at 1675 Concession 3, Walpole, as a Condition of Consent be received; 2. AND THAT application PLZ-HA-2024-039 to amend Haldimand County Zoning By-law No. HC 1-2020 to prohibit future residential development and home occupation opportunities on the retained farm lands at 1675 Concession 3, Walpole, be approved for reasons outlined in Report PDD-07- 2024; 3. AND THAT the proposal is deemed to be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS) and the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020; The Corporation of Haldimand County Council in Committee Minutes – April 30, 2024 3 4. AND THAT the by-law attached to Report PDD-07-2024 be presented for enactment at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting.

THAT the following motions be approved: 1 ENG-04-2024 All Way Stop - Joseph Street West at Cayuga Street South and Ottawa Street South, Cayuga 1. THAT Report ENG-04-2024 All Way Stop – Joseph Street West at Cayuga Street South and Ottawa Street South, Cayuga be received; 2. AND THAT an all way stop condition be installed at the intersection of Joseph Street West at Cayuga Street South and Ottawa Street South, Cayuga. 3. AND THAT the Stop Control By-law 2385/22 be amended as outlined in Report ENG-04-2024. 2 LSS-08-2024 Purchasing Activity July to December 2023 THAT Report LSS-08-2024 Purchasing Activity July to December 2023 be received.

1. THAT Report BME-01-2024 Animal Control By-law Amendment – Keeping of an Additional Dog for Compassionate Reasons be received; 2. AND THAT an amendment to the Animal Control By-law 1396/13 be brought forward for Council approval at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting incorporating the changes noted in Report BME-01-2024.

1. THAT Report CDP-05-2024 CPP – Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation Mower Purchase be received; 2. AND THAT the request to purchase a replacement mower by the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation, for maintenance of fields operated through a Memorandum of Understanding within the County’s Fields & Parks Management Program, be approved; 3. AND THAT capital project funding to an upset amount of $8,750 to support the purchase of a replacement field mower, with related funding from the Community Partnership Capital Reserve, be approved; 4. AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with both Policies 2011-01 and 2023-02 and all County standards, permits, and processes; 5. AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with a pre-existing lease agreement between the former Town of Dunnville and the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation; The Corporation of Haldimand County Council in Committee Minutes – April 30, 2024 5 6. AND THAT project and funding approval is conditional upon compliance with a pre-existing Memorandum of Understanding between Haldimand County and the Dunnville Soccer Park Corporation; 7. AND THAT the revised budget, as outlined in Report CDP-05-2024, be approved.

1. THAT Report FPC-04-2024 Abandoned Cemetery Administration be received; 2. AND THAT Haldimand County supports the resolution from the Township of Clearview dated December 11, 2023 Re: Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support; 3. AND THAT a letter of support be circulated to the Honourable Todd McCarthy, Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery, Jim Cassimatis, Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) Interim CEO/Registrar, and MPP Bobbi Ann Brady.

1. THAT Report ECW-01-2024 Home Flood Protection Assessment Program be received; 2. AND THAT staff be authorized to proceed with the Home Flood Protection Assessment Program as outlined in this report; 3. AND THAT the revised budget as outlined in ECW-01-2024 be approved.

1. THAT Report FIN-06-2024 Development Charges – 2024 Rate Adjustment be received; 2. AND THAT a by-law be brought forward for Council approval at the May 6, 2024 Council meeting to reflect the Development Charges as outlined in Report FIN-06-2024.

1. THAT Report EDT-04-2024 Grand River Outfitter – Municipal Park Operations be received; 2. AND THAT the request from the Grand River Rafting Company LTD. to undertake operations in 2024 as a pilot, with the possibility for renewal for two additional one-year terms, be approved conditional upon the business entering into a license agreement with Haldimand County; 3. AND THAT the license agreement between the Grand River Rafting Company LTD. and Haldimand County be developed based upon standard practices, and be executed by the General Manager, Community & Development Services; 4. AND THAT, the fee structure as presented in report EDT-04-2024 be approved; 5. AND THAT the General Manager, Community & Development Services be authorized to amend the terms and conditions contained within the license agreement to permit expansion of operations in 2025 and 2026 subject to consultation with and concurrence of County divisions identified in report EDT-04-2024.

1. THAT Report CLE-05-2024 Resolution from the City of Cambridge – Catch and Release Laws be received; 2. AND THAT Haldimand County Council supports the resolution from the City of Cambridge, dated February 14, 2024, Re: Catch and Release Laws; 3. AND THAT a letter of support be circulated to MP Leslyn Lewis, MPP Bobbi Ann Brady, and Chief Superintendent Dwight Thib (Commander, OPP West Region).

WHEREAS the Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act (AODA) is ground-breaking legislation, created to help people with disabilities fully participate in society, bring them to the table in crafting regulations, and build mechanisms to enforce standards; WHEREAS Rich Donovan, an expert in accessibility issues, was appointed as the Independent Reviewer of the Act in 2022, and in his 2023 legislative review declared a crisis as a necessary catalyst to get Ontario back on track for accessibility; WHEREAS at least 2.9 million Ontarians currently live with a disability, representing at least 22% of the consumer base and the workforce, but due to barriers, Ontarians with disabilities are too often falling short of their full potential; WHEREAS the AODA aims to develop, implement and enforce standards related to goods, services, accommodation, employment and buildings before Jan. 1, 2025, and municipalities, as the level of government closest to the people are at the front lines, developing, implementing and enforcing these standards without meaningful guidance on its implementation and/or enforcement by the Province; WHEREAS people with disabilities and advocates, including Prince Edward County's Accessibility Advisory Committee, note the slow pace of current and previous Ontario governments in implementing the AODA and there are growing concerns there will be no renewed push to keep accessibility issues at the forefront after 2025; WHEREAS Haldimand County is dedicated an

THAT pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, as amended, Council convene in a meeting at 1:22 p.m. closed to the public, to discuss: 1 CLE-07-2024 Citizen Appointment to Accessibility Advisory Committee Section 239 (2)(b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees 2 CLE-08-2024 Appointments to Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board Section 239 (2)(b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees 3 CLE-09-2024 Committee Member Conduct Section 239 (2)(b) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees 4 PDD-10-2024 Information Relating to an Appeal Filed to the Ontario Land Tribunal on a Planning Application Section 239 (2)(e) Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the municipality

THAT this closed meeting now adjourn at 1:55 p.m. and reconvene in open session.

1. THAT Report CLE-07-2024 Citizen Appointment to Accessibility Advisory Committee be received and remain confidential; The Corporation of Haldimand County Council in Committee Minutes – April 30, 2024 14 2. AND THAT Brandon Hoto be appointed to the Haldimand County Accessibility Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026; 3. AND THAT a letter of appreciation be prepared and sent to all candidates.

1. THAT Report CLE-08-2024 Appointments to Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board be received and remain confidential; 2. AND THAT Mayor Bentley and Councillor Trainer be appointed to the Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board, conditional upon successful completion of the Ministry’s mandated criteria, for the term ending November 14, 2026, or until their successor is appointed; 3. AND THAT Lorne Boyko and Stuart McAskill be appointed to the Haldimand O.P.P. Detachment Board, conditional upon successful completion of the Ministry’s mandated criteria, for the term ending November 14, 2026, or until their successor is appointed; 4. AND THAT a letter of appreciation be prepared and sent to all candidates.

1. THAT Report CLE-09-2024 Committee Member Conduct be received and remain confidential; 2. AND THAT the confidential direction given to staff be confirmed.

1. THAT Report PDD-10-2024 Information Relating to an Appeal Filed to the Ontario Land Tribunal on a Planning Application be received and remain confidential; The Corporation of Haldimand County Council in Committee Minutes – April 30, 2024 15 2. AND THAT the confidential direction given to external legal counsel and staff be confirmed.