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Regular Council Agenda - Council Chamber

Monday, July 22, 2019 - 6:00 PM

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1. CLOSED SESSION – IF REQUIRED 1.1. Closed Session Council Minutes dated July 8, 2019 1.2. Closed Session Committee of the Whole Report dated July 15, 2019 1.3. Personal matter - Wall of Fame Nomination 1.4. Potential Litigation matter - Fowler Quarry 1.5. Personal Matter - Litigation matter - no attachment

2. OPENING OF THE MEETING 2.1. Remarks by Mayor

3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA AND/OR AGENDA ADDITIONS 3.1. Agenda and Additions dated July 22, 2019.

Recommendation: That the agenda and additions thereto be adopted.

4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 4.1. Council meeting minutes dated July 8, 2019.

Regular Council - 08 Jul 2019 - Minutes - Pdf

Recommendation: THAT the minutes be adopted as presented.

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4.2. Public Planning Meeting minutes dated July 11, 2019 (Fowler Quarry)

Public Meeting - 11 Jul 2019 - Minutes - Pdf

Recommendation: Adopt as presented

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5. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

6. MOTIONS OF WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY GIVEN

7. PUBLIC MEETINGS – 6:30 P.M. 7.1. Development Charges Public Meeting - Hemson Consulting

DC Study Hemson

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8. PRESENTATIONS, RECEIVING OF PETITIONS AND DEPUTATIONS

9. CONSENT AGENDA 9.1. CN correspondence dated June 28, 2019 regarding 100th anniversary.

Recommendation: Receive as Information

CN

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9.2. AMO Communications

- Watchfile dated July 11, 2019

- Notice AGM dated July 15, 2019

- Policy Update dated July 16, 2019

- Watchfile dated July 18, 2019


Watchfile July 11, 2019

Notice AGM July 15, 2109

Policy Update MAG July 16, 2019

Watchfile July 18, 2019

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9.3. Fowler Construction Co. correspondence dated July 17, 2109 regarding

public safety measures taken.


Fowler Letter - OPP Paid Duties at Fleming Quarry - 17 July 19

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9.4. Ramona Agricultural Society correspondence dated July 8, 2019

regarding Ramona Fall Fair.

Recommendation: THAT we have no objection to the Ramona Agricultural Society applying for a Special Occasion Permit for September 13 and 14, 2019.

Ramona

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9.5. Expense Claim - Johnson

Recommendation: Receive and approve

Exp Johnson

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9.6. Expense Claim - Snutch

Recommendation: Receive and approve

Exp Snutch

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9.7. Permit Comparison - June 2019


Permit Comparision June

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9.8. College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario correspondence dated July

8, 2019 regarding awards.


CPSO

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9.9. David Flood correspondence dated July 8, 2019 regarding special event

August 10, 2019.

Recommendation: Receive as information

Flood

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9.10. Memo dated July 22, 2019 from the Assistant to the CAO regarding

Uber.

Recommendation: Receive and contact Town of Innisfil and Uber for further information

Uber

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9.11. Township of Muskoka Lakes Official Plan Section "E".


Muskoka Lakes OP

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9.12. CAO memo dated July 22, 2019 regarding Veltri Subdivision - Draft Plan

Extension

Veltri

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10. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES & BOARDS

10.1. Committee of the Whole Report 18/19 dated July 15, 2019.

Committee of the Whole - 15 Jul 2019 - Minutes - Pdf

Recommendation: Adopt as presented

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10.2. Ramara Community Policing Committee minutes dated June 12, 2019.

2019-06-12 - RCPC Minutes

Recommendation: Recommendation: Receive as Information

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10.3. Ramara Trails Committee minutes dated June 19, 2019.

Trails June 19, 2019

Recommendation: Recommendation: Receive as Information

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11. ITEMS REQUIRING THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF COUNCIL 11.1. Bluebird Parking

Bluebird Parking

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11.2. Fowler Construction (Fleming Quarry) Official Plan Amendment and

Zoning Bylaw Amendment decision (no attachment)

11.3. Correspondence dated July 18, 2019 regarding Ontario's Lake Country

name change request.

OLC

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12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

13. LONG TERM INITIATIVES

12.1 OLG Funding

12.2 Municipally owned quarry on Concession Road D-E

12.3 Public Transit

12.4 High Speed Internet

12.5 Natural Gas

14. COUNTY COUNCIL UPDATE

15. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INQUIRIES – MEMBERS OF COUNCIL

16. REQUESTS FOR REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS

17. NOTICES OF MOTION

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18. QUESTION PERIOD FOR MEDIA AND PUBLIC DEALING WITH AGENDA ITEMS

19. BILLS AND BYLAWS 19.1. 2019.47 Appoint Director of Finance/Treasurer

2019.47 Appoint Director of Finance Treasurer

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19.2. 2019.48 Authorize Agreement - Bayview Drive watermain contract

2019.48 Bayview Drive watermain

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19.3. 2019.49 Authorize Agreement - Sitecom Communications Tower

Agreement

2019.49 Sitecom

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20. CONFIRMATION BYLAW

21. ADJOURNMENT

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Regular Council Minutes

Monday, July 8, 2019 - 7:00 PM

The Regular Council of the Township of Ramara was called to order on Monday, July 8, 2019, at 7:00 PM, in the Council Chamber, with the following members present:

PRESENT: Mayor Basil Clarke

Deputy Mayor John O'Donnell

Councillor Ward 1 David Snutch

Councillor Ward 2 Joe Gough

Councillor Ward 3 Ted Lamb

Councillor Ward 4 Gary Hetherington

Councillor Ward 5 Kal Johnson

ALSO PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer John Pinsent

Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Jennifer Connor

Deputy Clerk Cathy Wainman

Council/Committee Coordinator Nicole Brittain

1. OPENING OF THE MEETING

Mayor Clarke attended the Canada Day celebrations in Bayshore Village along with Deputy Mayor O'Donnell and Councillor Gough and John Pinsent, CAO.

Councillor Snutch attended the Washago Canada Day parade.

Councillor Johnson attended the Canada Day boat parade in Lagoon City.

Deputy Mayor O'Donnell attended Ontario's Lake Country meeting on July 8, 2019.

2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA AND/OR AGENDA ADDITIONS

Resolution Number CR.273.19

Moved by Kal Johnson

Seconded by Gary Hetherington

That the agenda dated July 8, 2019 and additions thereto be adopted, as presented.

CARRIED.

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3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES




THAT the Council minutes dated June 24, 2019 be adopted as presented.

CARRIED.


Councillor Lamb declared a pecuniary interest under Item 14, Announcements and Inquiries - Members of Council when Councillor Hetherington raised ditching along Sideroad 20, the nature being his son raised the matter and is the owner of the subject property. Councillor Lamb immediately left and room and did not discuss the matter.

5. MOTIONS OF WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY GIVEN

6. PUBLIC MEETINGS

7. PRESENTATIONS, RECEIVING OF PETITIONS AND DEPUTATIONS

8. CONSENT AGENDA 8.1. CN Corporate Services correspondence dated May 2, 2019 regarding CN in

Your Community. A copy of the 1919 to 2019 Report is available for review in the Clerk's office.

Recommendation: Receive as Information. 8.2. Ministry of the Solicitor General correspondence dated June 25, 2019

regarding Emergency Management and Civil Protection.

Recommendation: Receive as Information. 8.3. Morrison Hershfield correspondence dated June 27, 2019 regarding Detail

Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study, Highway 12/Simcoe Road 169/Ramara Road 6 Roundabout and Intersection Improvements.

Recommendation: Receive and advise that the Township of Ramara has an interest in the project and provide comments as directed by Council.

8.4. AMO Communications

Recommendation: Receive as Information. 8.5. Ontario Provincial Police correspondence dated July 2, 2019 regarding

invitation to meet at AMO Conference.

Recommendation: Receive as Information. 8.6. Town of Wasaga Beach correspondence dated June 18, 2019 regarding

Mayors Challenge Golf Tournament.

Recommendation: Receive as Information.

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8.7. Ramara Chamber of Commerce correspondence dated June 21, 2019 regarding the Classic Car Show event on July 13, 2019.

Recommendation: Receive and advise the Township does not have pylons and barricades to loan out AND to contact the County of Simcoe regarding Recycling Bins.

8.8. Ramara Soccer Club correspondence dated June 28, 2019 regarding request for waiving of vendor permit fee.

Recommendation: Receive and waive the vendor permit fee. 8.9. Morgan Planning & Development correspondence dated June 27, 2019

regarding request to purchase parcel of Municipally Owned Land (Robin Street).

Recommendation: Receive and that we deny the request. 8.10. Property Owner of 3926 Airport Road request for relief of burning invoices

totally $2,250.00.

Recommendation: Receive and advise payment is required in full. 8.11. Deputy Mayor O'Donnell expenses dated June 2019

Recommendation: Receive and Approve. 8.12. Councillor Gough expenses dated May/June and June/July, 2019.

Recommendation: Receive and Approve. 8. Resolution Number CR.275.19

Moved by Gary Hetherington

Seconded by Kal Johnson

THAT we adopt the recommendations of Items 8.1 to 8.12 as set out on the Consent Agenda and Additions thereto dated July 8, 2019.

CARRIED.

9. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES & BOARDS 9.1. Tender Opening Committee Report dated June 26, 2019 regarding Slurry

Sealing, Surface Treatment, Pulverizing and Hot Mix Paving.




THAT we adopt the Tender Opening Committee Report dated June 26, 2019 regarding Slurry Sealing, Surface Treatment, Pulverizing and Hot Mix Paving, as presented.

CARRIED. 9.2. Ramara Trails Committee meeting minutes dated May 16, 2019.


Moved by David Snutch

Seconded by Joe Gough

THAT we receive the Ramara Trails Committee minutes dated May 16, 2019, as Information

CARRIED.

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9.3. Atherley Community Centre Board minutes dated June 27, 2019.


Moved by Joe Gough

Seconded by David Snutch

THAT we receive the Atherley Community Centre Board minutes dated June 27, 2019 as Information.

CARRIED.

10. ITEMS REQUIRING THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF COUNCIL 10.1. Report ES-09-19 - High Consumption, 79 Lake Avenue


Moved by John O'Donnell


THAT the property owner at 79 Lake Avenue pay all costs related water consumption based on their quarterly invoice.

CARRIED. 10.2. WORKS TENDER OPENING RESULTS - Slurry Sealing,Surface Treatment,

Pulverizing, and Hot Mix Paving.




THAT report WD-29-19 be received,

AND THAT we contract with Duncor Enterprises for the supply and application of slurry sealing for approximately 63,000 square meters of road at the bid price of $172,720 plus tax.

AND THAT we contract with Duncor Enterprises for the supply and application of Surface Treatment for approximately 39,100 square meters of road at the bid price of $211,380.35 plus tax.

AND THAT we contract with Roto-Mill Inc to pulverize approximately 15,630 square meters of road at the bid price of $13,286.13 plus tax.

AND THAT we contract with Dufferin Construction Company a Division of CRH Canada Group INC for the prep work, supply and application of Hot Mix Pavement for approximately 8,375 square meters of road at the bid price of $146,859.65 plus tax.

AND THAT the successful bidders be so advised.

CARRIED.

11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

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12. LONG TERM INITIATIVES

12.1 OLG Funding

12.2 Municipally owned quarry on Concession Road D-E

12.3 Public Transit

12.4 High Speed Internet

12.5 Natural Gas

13. COUNTY COUNCIL UPDATE

14. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INQUIRIES – MEMBERS OF COUNCIL

Deputy Mayor O'Donnell asked if the park lot on Dalrymple Drive can finally get cut, the grass is over 4 feet high.

Deputy Mayor O'Donnell stated that the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is investigating illegal dumping at 1167 Ramara Road 47 and asked if the Township was taking any action.

Councillor Lamb noted that there are trees at the little park in Atherley that are a liability and asked if they can be cut down. They are marked.

Councillor Hetherington asked about the status of the ditching on Sideroad 20.

Mayor Clarke asked Council if they wanted to hear a deputation regarding a power generation station and 8 storey seniors complex or send him to the Planning Department. Council directed that he go to Planning first.

15. REQUESTS FOR REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS

16. NOTICES OF MOTION

17. QUESTION PERIOD FOR MEDIA AND PUBLIC DEALING WITH AGENDA ITEMS

Janet Johnson asked if CN and MTO are working together with respect to the proposed roundabout at Highway 12 and Simcoe Road 169.

Michael Douglas asked what actions the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority was taking regarding the illegal dumping at 1167 Ramara Road 47 and if there were other sites the Conservation Authority was investigating.

18. BILLS AND BYLAWS

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19. CLOSED SESSION – IF REQUIRED Resolution Number CR.281.19



THAT we enter closed session at 7:34 p.m. in accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, to discuss a litigation matter regarding the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and a personal matter.

CARRIED.




THAT we rise and report from closed session at 8:15 p.m.

CARRIED. 19.1. Closed Session Council Minutes dated June 24, 2019.


Moved by Ted Lamb


THAT the Closed Session Council Minutes dated June 24, 2019 be adopted as presented.

CARRIED. 19.2. Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority - Litigation Matter


Moved by Joe Gough

Seconded by David Snutch

THAT we receive the information regarding the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (L.S.R.C.A.);

AND THAT staff proceed as directed.

CARRIED. 19.3. Personal Matter




THAT we discussed a personal matter;


CARRIED.

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20. CONFIRMATION BYLAW Resolution Number CR.286.19



THAT Bylaw 2019.56, a bylaw to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held on the 8th day of July, 2019, be considered read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

CARRIED.

21. ADJOURNMENT Resolution Number CR.287.19

Moved by John O'Donnell


THAT we now adjourn at 8:17 p.m. until July 22, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

CARRIED.

Basil Clarke, Mayor

Jennifer Connor, Clerk

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DRAFT

Public Meeting Minutes

Thursday, July 11, 2019 - 7:00 PM

The Public Meeting of the Township of Ramara was called to order on Thursday, July 11, 2019, at 7:00 PM, in the Council Chamber, with the following members present:

PRESENT: Mayor Basil Clarke

Deputy Mayor John O'Donnell






ALSO PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer John Pinsent


Planning Supervisor/Zoning Administrator Deb McCabe

Township Engineer Tim Collingwood

Building and Planning Assistant Eric Brathwaite

Township Planner Kent Randall


2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA AND/OR AGENDA ADDITIONS




That the agenda dated July 11, 2019 and additions thereto be adopted as presented.

CARRIED.


4. PUBLIC MEETINGS 4.1. Fowler Construction Company Ltd. OP-1/17 and Z-8/19

Proposed quarry expansion at Part Front Range Lot 40, Township of Ramara (formerly Township of Rama), known municipally as 7723 Rama Road

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The Mayor opened the Public Meeting at 7:00 p.m. and stated:

Council determined a Second Public Meeting was required on this proposal.

The one statutory Public Meeting was held on May 28, 2018, as required under

The Planning Act, and pursuant to Council policy. Council is holding a Second

Public Meeting to deal with ONE planning proposal:

1) Official Plan Amendment File OP-1/17

Zoning Bylaw Amendment File Z-8/17

Location: 7723 Rama Road

Owner: Fowler Construction Company Ltd.

Agent: MHBC Planning Ltd.

The Mayor advised that if a person or public body that files an Appeal of a decision of the Ramara Township Council in respect to the proposed Official Plan or Zoning Bylaw Amendment application, does not make oral submissions at a Public Meeting, or make written submissions to the Ramara Township Council before the proposed Official Plan or Zoning Bylaw Amendment is adopted, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) may dismiss all or part of the appeal.

Council has made no decision on this matter, and is neither in support or opposition. We want to hear your concerns so that they may be addressed. We want everyone present to have a chance to make a statement. Council will consider all comments and submissions received and our Planning Consultant and Engineering Consultant will work with the applicants in an attempt to resolve the issues.

Notice of the Second Public Meeting for Official Plan Amendment OP-1/17 &

Zoning Bylaw Amendment File Z-8/17 was mailed on May 23, 2019, to the

property owners in the required area and agencies and a sign was posted on

the property advertising the public meeting in accordance with Provincial

regulations.

Written comments and submissions, with respect to the proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment, from residents, were received and information and concerns are included in the agenda package. No additional comments were received from Internal Departments or Agencies after the first public meeting held on May 28, 2018.

The audience was asked whether there was anyone present who had any concerns or questions with respect to the proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment and were informed they will have the opportunity to speak.

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Kent Randall, the Township’s Planning Consultant gave a brief overview on what had transpired on the applications since the first public meeting held on May 28, 2018. An update was provided to Council in January 2019. The peer reviews are underway on the reports prepared on behalf of the expansion proposed and only the traffic study is outstanding. The Township is still waiting for a response from MHBC Planning on the letter received from MNRF dated April 9, 2019. Before making a recommendation, additional comments and concerns expressed at the public meeting will be taken into account and will be responded to accordingly.

Tim Collingwood, the Township’s Engineering Consultant indicated that the maintenance of Switch Road is an outstanding issue that needs to be addressed. Comments were received from Fowler Construction dated

June 28, 2019 as a result of the peer review and Tatham Engineering will be providing further comments in the next few weeks.

Brian Zeman, MHBC Planning introduced himself and James Newland, who are representing Fowler Construction on the planning applications. He also introduced Fowler’s Solicitor, Kim Mullin of WoodBull LLP. Mr. Zeman provided an overview of the process that lead to the statutory public meeting held on May 28, 2018, as well as what has transpired since that date to the second public meeting being held on July 11, 2019. He stated that the Fleming Quarry is the closest granite quarry to the GTA. All information was presented in a power point presentation to Council that was also available in the Council agenda package. Next steps were further presented, including the process with the requirements pertaining to the ARA license.

Dana Tuju of the Ramara Legacy Alliance presented a power point to Council outlining their concerns with the proposed expansion. These included losing support of voters, less development charges due to lack of development, dangerous conditions as a result of the rehabilitation of the existing quarry, financial implications including property taxes, quality and quantity of drinking water, structural damage to homes, flyrock, unacceptable noise levels, traffic, implications to wetlands, decline in property values and silica dust. Ms. Tuju also referred to a peer review submitted by the Legacy Alliance from William Hill, Mining Engineer who did not agree with the distance proposed due to flyrock.

James Gordon, Materials Manager for Fowler Construction indicated that the employees on site do not wear masks or protection against the dust created at the quarry.

David Donnelly, Donnelly Law, who has been retained by the Ramara Legacy Alliance stated that the proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment are being considered under a 16 year old Official Plan. He referred to the Interim Control Bylaws recently adopted by Council and felt that the quarry is no less of an issue than short term rentals or cannabis. The enactment of an Interim Control Bylaw would allow the time to set polices and

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not permit any further quarry operations within the time frame established. This would also be beneficial for the Township to consider implementing waterfront zones with specific policies and regulations. He indicated that what is being proposed is not an extension to the existing quarry but a new quarry as it relates to the requirements of the ARA. Experts were denied access to the Fowler quarry, acting on behalf of the Ramara Legacy Alliance, to undertake an EIS. He felt that no decision should be made on the matter until the additional EIS is completed Mr. Donnelly asked Council if the Township could go back in time, would Council approve a quarry so close to a residential area. Council has a responsibility to residents as it relates to their property values and this matter should be investigated further. The silica dust created is a reason to turn down the applications and the health of its residents. He further added that he felt there were serious omissions in the presentation by MHBC Planning and further cooperation should be suggested between the residents, Council and the applicants.

Mayor Clarke proceeded to take questions from the audience.

Allan Millard – 7345 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Millard advised Council that his property would be closest to the location of the proposed expansion. He indicated that Fowler insists that the granite coming from the Fleming Quarry is special, however, this is not the case as there are over 8 million square kilometres of granitic aggregate in the world. As aggregate is a business, it makes sense from a business perspective to mine the rock as close to the asphalt mixing facilities as possible. Is it Ramara Council’s job to be influenced solely or mainly by a mining company’s bottom line or put the community first in future planning. Mr. Millard further advised of concerns with climate change and the way the quarry is currently operated, no increase in employment, revenue and costs, future development in the area, and the rehabilitated area that will become Lake Fleming,

Tom Turcotte – 7104 Beach Drive

Mr. Turcotte provided a history of his family in the area starting in 1919. He has been visiting this area his entire life and this once peaceful recreational area is changing. Traffic has increased, dust is like downtown Toronto and the safety of people has declined. He asked Council to consider these things and focus more on the recreational uses that the area has to offer.

Carol Tuju – 7368 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Tuju stated that she supported the Ramara Legacy Alliance and their concerns expressed. She hopes that Council will listen to the concerns raised at the meeting. Her existing dug well does not produce the amount of water that it once did and she is looking for a guarantee that her well will not be

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affected if the expansion is granted. Brian Zehman responded and advised that there is a requirement under the ARA license to prepare a baseline survey

of wells prior to development. Wells must be monitored which provides protection to the residents in the area. All residential wells within 500 m of the

proposed quarry site are included in the baseline study, which is a requirement under the ARA. If anything were to happen to a residential well, one mitigation measure would be to replace a dug well with a drilled well.

Patty Sanderson – 7322 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Sanderson inquired if cisterns were an option as a mitigation measure and referred to the issues in Cumberland Beach. Brian Zehman stated there are a number of mitigation measures that can be considered. Existing conditions are being documented and wells in the area have been identified as being deep wells with sufficient water.

Kelly Mitchell – 6246 Jim Mitchells Road

Ms. Mitchell advised Council that she had become a full time resident of Ramara a year and a half ago. She is a realtor with Remax and has been one for approximately 30 years. Proposals such as the one before Council and the now determination that this is a new quarry must be disclosed to potential buyers in the area. The new quarry will affect home values in the area.

Oskar Lukach – 7304 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Lukach advised Council that he had constructed a new home on his property in 2005. He indicated that he would never have built a new house if he had known the quarry was proposing to expand or even to become active again at its current location. He was very angry as the blasts from the existing quarry shake his house and to date has had to replace 4 windows in his home. The implications from the quarry seem worse in the spring and the blast that occurred on May 14, 2019 while ½ loads were still being enforced, was the worst shake experienced and everything in his cupboards were shaken around. Mr. Lukach stated that he doesn’t want the existing quarry to continue let alone a new quarry.

Lillian Isaacs – 6318 Rama Road

Ms. Isaacs stated that she had put an offer in on the parcel of land on the corner of Rama Road and Switch Road and was never advised that the quarry was proposing to expand. She had the intention by purchasing the property of providing an investment for her grandson and was looking long term.

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Kristie Spencer, a former resident of Floral Park presented a brick to Council to compare the weight of the rock that flew onto their property in the past. The

family became use to the blasts from the quarry and had resided on the property since 1992. The reason the family left Floral Park was because of the

situation with the flying rock that landed on their lawn. There was always issues with flying rock and Fowler had to clear Rama Road after most blasts

due to rocks on the road. This is a residential area and most residents now reside in the area year round.

Maryanne West, of Tulsa Oklahoma and her father were in attendance as they both have an interest in the area. Her husband is in the oil industry and referred to the method of fraking that is being undertaken. Earthquakes are increasing and their magnitudes. Ramara Legacy Alliance has done a good service by bringing attention to the issues and thinks that if Fowler continues to undertake quarry operations in the Township, they should build a new head office in the area. The information presented and the information received before the meeting were enlightening.

Paula Hardman – 7364 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Hardman inquired why the road is blocked off during detonation and blasting. She also advised Council that she recorded a loaded truck heading south on Rama Road on May 17, 2019 at 6:30 a.m., with five additional trucks leaving the quarry prior to 7:00 a.m. On the same day, there were 17 trucks gearing down which produced a lot of noise, before 7:00 a.m in a residential area. Mr. Zehman said that loading of trucks is permitted at 6:00 a.m. in the existing quarry. James Gordon, Material Manager, Fowler Construction advised that the safety concern is overall blasting and all cautious measures are taken to clear the area.

Joan Marshall – 7069 Beach Drive

Ms. Marshall advised Council that she was there speaking for the wildlife and the wetlands, as the wildlife was there before any residents or the quarry.

Karen Rathwell – 6 Sugar Bush Place, Guelph

Ms. Rathwell advised that she is an active part of a watershed group called the Wellington Water Watchers. She presented a story to Council of a quarry situation that occurred in the vicinity of a city. This quarry was over 150 years old and still active. There were aquifer issues due to the quarry operations and no mitigation taken by the company. The aggregate industry should not be allowed to come and contaminate an area. She addressed Council and advised them they should not be known as the Councillors that can be swayed.

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Patty Sanderson – 7322 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Sanderson stated that she had rebuilt her home and moved to the area permanently 3 years ago. The intent of relocating to this area was for nature

and quiet and now listening to the continuous sound produced by the quarry. The blasts terrify her dog. In May, there was a blast that lasted three seconds

as it travelled from north to south through her house. Are the letters submitted last year going to be answered and referenced a letter written by Ed Duarte on

the matter. She indicated that she was not happy with the contents of the peer reviews and the reports and advised the situation is a stress to the area residents. The Cambium report was not easy to understand. The setback from Rama Road proposed should be enough to say no to the applications. Brian Zehman indicated that the ARA objections are going to be responded to and information is available on the Fowler website.

Boyd Smith – 3189 Green River Drive

Mr. Smith inquired as to the quantity of water being drawn from the existing quarry. He had attended the Walker Quarry in Severn, as they invite the public to come and witness the quarry operations being undertaken. James Gordon, indicated he did not have the answer but could find out. Mr. Smith responded and indicated that the answer should be off the top of his head.

Mandy Davison – 6124 Bluebird Street

Ms. Davison introduced herself as a candidate that ran in the last election. It can be noted that all candidates indicated that they would not support the quarry when attending the all candidates meeting. She hopes that members of Council were doing what’s right for the residents and not just to get on Council.

Jeff Smith – 7360 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Smith advised that he currently resides across from the existing quarry. He has been in real estate for 30 years and was a teacher of real estate for 16 years. Assessment is based on a number of issues, including noise, which can result in assessment being lowered. The proposed quarry expansion will reduce property values and the only people benefitting from this proposal is Fowler. Are there buffers to be included in the operating plan? Residents are already experiencing well issues and how will they be able to prove there are well issues in the future. Brian Zehman indicated that the there is to be a 30 m buffer as per the ARA requirements and to ensure the site has required berming. The existing quarry is setback 52 m from Rama Road and the mandatory requirement for operations is 30 m which is the standard setback. Additional berming and mitigation will be required.

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Brian Young – 7149 Beach Drive

Mr. Young stated that he had been coming to the area for 33 years. When he was younger he use to collect frogs along Switch Road for bait. The existing wildlife on Switch Road has been impacted by the quarry. There use to be an old dump on Switch Road which is now part of the Fowler property, and it use to be the spot to watch bears. He inquired whether a study has been done to see what the impact on the old dump is from the blasting as well as asked about well mitigation if someone’s property is on the edge of the required

500 m setback. Brian Zehman advised that a D4 study had been completed as a requirement of the County of Simcoe. Both the Township and the County did a peer review and there will be no impact. All required protocols for the study were met. There will be an annual monitoring program established for wells and all data will be made available including water quality.

Chris Brommet – 7368 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Brommet expressed his concerns with flying rock and the safety of his family. He understands that the quarry will exist in its current location for another 20 years but Council can stop further expansion. A tree in their front yard was cracked as a result of a blast and Fowler had it removed, which in his opinion, admits guilt. James Gordon did not respond to the question regarding safety measures being taken, which implies they are probably hiding more. Muskoka and Georgian Bay are protecting their waterfronts and Ramara should be doing the same. A lot of questions have been put forward and need responses before moving forward.

Kelly Houston – 7318 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Houston indicated that she had attended the open house at the Fowler Quarry in June 2017. She feels the expansion of the quarry will increase the blasting level greatly. At the present time the levels are 3-4 mm/s. Brian Zehman indicated that all blasts at the quarry are recorded and all blasts since 1997 have been monitored. Ontario has the most stringent blasting criteria.

Ron Fry – 7324 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Fry advised Council that he has been visiting the area for many years and made it his permanent home in 2003. He is a retired police officer with 37 years of experience including high risk situations. He further added that he would not expect anyone to successfully do his job or any other persons job with only 1 year experience. He felt Council are too new to make a decision on the matter before them. He spoke of the FOI request that had been submitted and the lack of information and support given. Conversations have taken place with

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MNRF regarding the Fowler proposal, including three different site plans submitted since the original submission in 2017. There are no employees of Fowler Construction residing in Floral Park which has become evident due to the direction they travel when leaving the quarry. The Fowler website does not provide the peer reviews on their website that can be opened for review, which is a disadvantage to the residents in attendance who do not have all the information. He thanked Deputy Mayor O’Donnell for his assistance on two occasions. He advised that they are not the same group of people that attended the first public meeting and have spent a great deal of time investigation the operations of Fowler Construction. Since the quarry has

reopened, the complaints submitted from the residents seem to have fallen on deaf ears so the residents have taken it upon themselves to study the

operations. He referred to Mr. Cadeau who resides at 7600 Rama Road, directly across from Switch Road and the number of complaints submitted to

both the Township and MNRF. Mr. Fry provided a presentation to Council including photographs of the infractions taking place around the quarry operations of trucks not following the haul route, no tarps covering the gravel on the trucks, vehicles not stopping at the stop sign at Switch Road, and the activity of Fowler Construction vehicles and vehicles entering and leaving the quarry.

He was advised by Mr. Zehman that the applicants are working with various agencies involved with the traffic concerns.

Tim Lett – 7342 Glen Ellen Drive

Mr. Lett inquired if Fowler had sent out letters to all drivers entering and leaving the quarry about traffic laws. Brian Zehman stated that a letter was sent out in March and Fowler is aware of the traffic concerns.

Joan Mizzy Fry – 7324 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Mizzy Fry advised Council that Rick Cadeau of 7600 Rama Road was not able to attend the meeting however, he asked that she read his letter. Mr. Cadeau indicated that he lives approximately 80 m from the entrance to the existing quarry and due to the dust being produced, his daughter has now been put on a puffer for breathing issues. Bernadette Genoli, who also resides at 7600 Rama Road stated in the letter that their house has been on the market for a length of time and not one offer has been received.

Kevin Hall – 7203 Beach Drive

Mr. Hall indicated that he has resided in the area for 28 years. He has always walked his dog on Switch Road and has noticed a substantial change to the natural habit. He stated he disagrees with the expansion and feels the

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community has fundamental rights. The speed limit that is posted on Switch Road is unsafe and needs to be changed.

Ken Meadus - 7453 Davy Drive

Mr. Meadus stated that he can feel the blast on his side of the river. If the intent is to increase the blasting, it will make his house shake worse. Has there been a study done on the dust and what it is doing to the wildlife in the area?

Mayor Clarke turned the question period over to members of Council.

Councillor Snutch directed a question to Kent Randall, the Township’s Planning Consultant regarding the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment. If Council were to approve the amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw, would Council lose control in the future if Fowler wished to go deeper. He further asked for clarification on the amount of time remaining on the life of the existing quarry and what the total time would be if the expansion is approved. Mr. Randall indicated that yes that is correct, as the proposal to do deeper would be under the ARA license. Brian Zehman stated that the existing quarry has 20 years left as is with a total of 76 years including the expanded area. He advised Councillor Snutch that he would provide additional information on the tax rates relating to quarries.

Oskar Lukach interrupted Council’s questions expressing his anger and frustration over the existing quarry operations and the detrimental impacts to his house.

Councillor Gough inquired about the intensity of blasts at the quarry. He further asked about the water taken daily from the quarry operations. James Gordon advised that there has been no exceedance of allowed blast limits since he had been at the quarry since 2012. He further advised that the water is typically discharged and monitored with flow meters.

Patty Sanderson interrupted Council’s questions and mentioned her discussion with the blasting technician at the public meeting in 2018 and he had indicated that blasting levels will increase.

Councillor Heatherington questioned the statement there was no expected increase in truck traffic, but the quarry is expanding.

Deputy Mayor O’Donnell referred to the Cambium report. He stated that fly rock should be investigated and he was not in support of moving closer to Rama Road. He recommended to residents that they contact Fowler regarding any well issues. Kent Randall indicated that the Township relies on experts to review and comment on the technical analysis.

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Councillor Johnson said that the videos presented by Mr. Fry were eye opening and its disturbing that the OPP have not responded. He recommended that the residents send an email to the Policing Committee regarding their concerns.

Kelly Houston interrupted Council’s questions and advised that silica dust does not biodegrade. She would like confirmation that the dust is not getting into their water supply which is the lake and who puts the price on people’s health.

Councillor Snutch asked Deputy Mayor O’Donnell if he was referring to the current setback or the proposed setback for the expansion. There is 20 years left of the existing quarry at the current setback. Deputy Mayor O’Donnell stated it was the expansion he was referring too.

Mayor Clarke asked for clarification on the waterfront zone that was mentioned by David Donnelly, Donnelly Law. Kent Randall advised that an Interim Control Bylaw could be considered in order to work on what Council wants in place for waterfront areas.

Paula Hardman interrupted Council’s questions and advised that she does not have a well. If she did, she would not be comfortable with Fowler coming in to monitor the well on her property. Deputy Mayor O’Donnell advised it would be an independent company doing the monitoring, which was confirmed by Councillor Gough who has his well monitored due to the proximity to the Bot Quarry.

David Donnelly stated that a consultant renders an opinion but what if the owner disagrees with the well monitoring result. The monitoring is done only on quantity not quality. He advised that he has represented 6 residents groups with well issues.

Allan Millard further added that there are no aquifers in pre-cambrian bedrock and the water table in the quarry area is 219 m which is the level of the Lake Couchiching and wetland.

Mayor Clarke asked what the setback to the nearest residence is when blasting is involved. He was advised by Brian Zehman that the minimum setback distance set by the Province is 30 m from a quarry to rural residences.

David Donnelly further added there is an omission within the discussion of blasting. If monitoring does not go in favour of the land owner, it will result in a lot of money for the residents if they have to go to litigation for property damage.

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Ron Fry added that residents have had issues and Fowler does not provide legitimate responses to their concerns. He is aware of someone that had to get a new well and it was at Fowler’s expense.

Mike Diaram – 3181 Switch Road

Mr. Diaram said that all comments received and mentioned are negative ones and the applications should not be approved.

Spencer Hipwell – 6124 Bluebird Street

Mr. Hipwell stated that what has been presented seems pretty straightforward and there will be no benefit to the Township.

Councillor Snutch addressed the dust that was indicated in the pictures and videos presented. He advised the Fowler representatives that he thought it would be common sense that the employees wear masks due to the dust created.

Kevin Hall directed a question to the Mayor himself, asking what his position on the matter before them is. The Mayor advised that the issue before them is the new quarry and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry are the main approval authority on the proposed expansion.

Yvonne Bromley – 7292 Glen Ellen Drive

Ms. Bromley stated that she felt that the residents of the area were not given rights and that they don’t need problems.

Joan Mizzy Fry thanked all the residents in the audience for attending the meeting and advised that she felt no matter which way the decision goes, they are all winners.

The Mayor advised if any person who has not spoken or who has not received

notice of this meeting, wishes to receive any future Public Meeting Notices or the

Notice of the Passing of the bylaw, please sign your name, address, and phone

number on the sheets provided, or with Deb McCabe or Eric Brathwaite. If you

do not provide your full address, you may not receive notice. Be advised that any

correspondence received at the Public Meeting will be included in the package

of all submissions to be forwarded to the Township’s Planning Consultant and

the applicant’s Consultant for comment. All written submissions should include

your full name and address.

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July 11, 2019


Moved by Joe Gough

Seconded by John O'Donnell

THAT we receive the planning report from EcoVue dated July 3, 2019 and the presentations from MHBC Planning and Joan Mizzi-Fry, along correspondence from residents and the comments at the public meeting regarding Fowler Construction Company Ltd. regarding the proposed quarry expansion at Part Front Range Lot 40, Township of Ramara (formerly Township of Rama), known municipally as 7723 Rama Road, as information.

AND THAT staff prepare a recommendation regarding Fowler Construction Company Ltd., OP-1/17 and Z-8/19 .

CARRIED.

5. CONFIRMATION BYLAW Resolution Number CR.290.19



THAT Bylaw 2019.57, a bylaw to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held on the 11th day of July 2019, be considered read a first, second and third time and finally passed.

CARRIED.

6. ADJOURNMENT Resolution Number CR.291.19



THAT we now adjourn at 11:00 p.m. until July 22, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

CARRIED.

Basil Clarke, Mayor


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RECEIVEDCorporate Services Services corporatifs

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www.cn.ca OF RAMARA Gauchetiëre Street West 935ruede La Gauchetiëre Ouest

Montreal, Quebec H3B 2M9 Montréal (Québec) H3B 2M9Canada Canada

June 28, 2019

Office of the ClerkTownship of Ramara2297 highway 12P0 Box 130BrechinON LOK1BO

Dear Sir! Madam:

2019 is a very special year for CN as it marks our 100th anniversary. From the start, onJune 6, 1 91 9, safety has always been a core value at CN.

We are on a journey to become the safest railroad in North America. In addition toreinforcing a strong safety culture among our 25,000 employees, we collaborate withcommunities and local authorities to help prevent accidents and injuries at rail crossings,and ensure everyone’s safety on and around railroad infrastructure.

This year, Rail Safety Week will be held in Canada from September 23-29. Hand in handwith Operation Lifesaver, CN Police Service officers and other CN employees will be incommunities conducting hundreds of safety initiatives throughout the week. As proudpartners, our commitment is to keep communities safe by raising rail safety awareness year-round.

Safety is a shared responsibility

Rail safety is everyone’s responsibility. By looking out for each other and working together,we can help keep our communities safe and prevent fatalities and injuries on or near railwayproperty.

Your council can be a powerful ally in this effort to save lives by adopting the enclosed draftresolution. Please send a copy of your resolution by mail or by e-mail to [email protected] let us know how you will be promoting rail safety in your community this year.

For additional information about Rail Safety Week 2019, please consultwww. cn. ca/railsafety or www. operationlifesaver. Ca.

Yours sincerely,

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Stephen Covey

OPERATIONLIFESAVEREnd.

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(Draft Resolution)

RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RAIL SAFETY WEEK

Whereas Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 23 to 29,2019;

Whereas it is in the public’s interest to raise citizens’ awareness of the dangers of

ignoring safety warnings at level crossings and trespassing on rail property to reduceavoidable deaths, injuries and damage caused by incidents involving trains andcitizens;

Whereas Operation Lifesaver is a public/private partnership whose aim is to work with

the public, rail industry, governments, police services, media and others to raise railsafety awareness;

Whereas CN has requested City Council adopt this resolution in support of its

ongoing efforts to raise awareness, save lives and prevent injuries in communities,including our municipality;

It is proposed by Councillor

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seconded by Councillor

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It is hereby RESOLVED to support national Rail Safety Week to be held fromSeptember 23 to 29, 2019.

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1206 Rosewarne Drive, P.O. Box 630,

Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 1T9

Phone: (800) 268-7687 www.fowler.ca Fax: (705) 645-5025

July 17, 2019 Mayor Clarke and Council Township of Ramara 2297 Highway 12 Brechin, ON L0K 1B0 Dear Mayor Clarke and Council: Fowler Construction Company Limited (“Fowler”) would like to take the opportunity to ensure the Township of Ramara Council is aware that Fowler remains committed to the safety of our employees, the residents within the communities we operate, our customers and our industry partners. This letter has been prepared in response to the many traffic concerns raised at the July 11th, 2019 second public meeting for Fowler Construction’s Fleming quarry. During the meeting many videos were shown of vehicles violating various sections of the Highway Traffic Act. The most prominent violation being failing to stop at the stop sign on Switch Road at the Rama Road and Switch Road intersection. In response to these concerns, Fowler has contacted the OPP and have hired paid duty officers to periodically attend the area. In February 2019 Floral Park residents formally raised their concerns with township Council regarding the traffic violations along Rama Road and Switch Road. Fowler continues to have no objection to the reduction of speed limits along Rama Road and Switch Road. In March 2019 Fowler submitted a letter to its customers advising them of the community’s concerns related to truck traffic and the role they play in addressing the issue. Since March 2019, Fowler has installed an internal security camera and continues to monitor the videos to report any haul route and Highway Traffic Act infractions to our customers. In addition, Fowler’s employees working at the quarry, including the scale house attendant, are continuously speaking with the customers and truck drivers to ensure the haul route is followed and the Highway Traffic Act is obeyed. Fowler also continues to remind our employees they are all required to obey the Highway Traffic Act and if they are operating a quarry transport or dump truck, they too must follow the designated haul route. Fowler takes these continued concerns from the July 11th, 2019 public meeting very seriously and has taken immediate steps following the public meeting to ensure better enforcement of the Highway Traffic Act. On the morning of Friday July 12th, 2019 Fowler contacted the Orillia detachment OPP and requested the hiring of paid duty shifts to be conducted at the Rama Road and Switch Road intersection. As a result, the OPP will coordinate officers to periodically conduct paid duty shifts to monitor the intersection. Fowler remains committed to working with the Township of Ramara and the Floral Park community to address the concerns raised. We continue to welcome the opportunity to meet with Council to discuss our application and the initiatives to help address concerns from the community.

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If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call. Yours truly,

James Gordon Material Manager Fowler Construction Company Ltd.

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RAMONA AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYc:io Cftrnkq SCV11!

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ofRamara RECEIVED

Box 130 JUL 1 1 2019Brechin, OntarioLOK BO TOWNSHIP OF RAMARA

Dear Sir:

RE: Ramona Fall FairRamona Agricultural SocietyOutdoor Event: September 13 and September 14, 2019 .

This is to put you on notice that the Ramona Agricultural Society is applying for an outdoorspermit for the evening of September 1 3, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 1 :00 a.m. and September 14,2019 from I 1 :00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purposes of a beer gardens for the Ramona Fall Fair.

I am enclosing a blueprint ofthe fenced off area. Washrooms are available on site and theRamona Ladies will be providing food.

I will require a letter from the Township of Ramara that Council is in agreement with theRamona Fall Fair outdoor permit, prior to the end ofAugust, 2019.

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Township of Ramara

Council Expense Form

David Snutch - Ward I Councillor Month: June 2019

Date Meeting Details Full Day Half Day KM

3-Jun COW Y 58

4-Jun Introduce John Pinsent 58

5-Jun Emerg Manag, Sarah Valaquette, severn council meeting 66

7-Jun green rivet dock, east river, sarah Valequett 20

10-Jun Lions Washago 8

11-Jun Longfotd CC 12

12-Jun Policing Committee 58

15-Jun Longfotd Dinner 12

17-Jun Chippawas, Simcoe County, Road Tour Y 44

18-Jun Simcoe County-Casino Rama V 17

19-Jun COW Y 58

20-Jun Weeds by Gone - Orillia dock 30

21-Jun Fire Marque, East Rivet, Washago Intersection 65

22-Jun NorthMara, Tailwinds, Pride Flag raising 36

26-Jun Trail Committee, STR meeting 66

MP and PP, breakfast 26

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Township of RamaraPage 3

010020Total

Permit Comparison Summary

Issued For Period JUN 1,2019 To JUN 30,2019

Permit Charge

Accessory Building

Attached Car Port

Attached Garage

C Occupancy New or AdditionC Occupancy Renovation

Class 2,3,5 Sewage Systems

Class 4 Sewage System

Deck

Deck/Porch with Roof

1,210.40

304.00

774.60

25,037.711,196.72

304.00

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Previous Year Current YearPermitCount Fees Value PermitCount Fees Value

Accessory Building 5 1,753.00 86,500.00 3 1,210.40 83,000.00

Attached Car Port 0 0.00 0.00 1 304.00 4,500.00

Attached Garage I 770.00 70,000.00 3 774.60 96,000.00

C Occupancy NeworAddition 10 17,524.23 2,150,000.00 11 25,037.71 3,369,000.00

C Occupancy Renovation 0 0.00 0.00 2 1,196.72 180,000.00

Class 2,3,5 Sewage Systems 0 0.00 0.00 1 304.00 8,000.00

Class 4 Sewage System 7 2,823.00 100,000.00 7 3,101.00 65,000.00

Deck 13 3,897.00 62,000.00 4 1,078.00 14,900.00

Deck/Porch with Roof I 304.00 8,000.00 2 290.55 60,000.00

Demolition 4 552.00 50,000.00 0 0.00 0.00

Demolition (natural disaster) 1 83.00 0.00 0 0.00 0.00

Farm Building 0 0.00 0.00 1 1,120.00 16,000.00

NewFoundation 2 442.00 50,000.00 1 221.00 4,000.00

Plumbing 7 1,921.00 0.00 11 2,690.00 0.00

Temporary Structures 1 1 38.00 1 000.00 0 0.00 0.00

New Roof

NewRoof I 304.00 2,500.00 0 0.00 0.00

Outdoor Woodburning Appliance

OutdoorWoodburning Appliance I 150.00 10,000.00 0 0.00 0.00

Previous Year Current Year

Total Permits Issued 54 47

Total Dwelling Units Created 7 9

Total Permit Value 2,590,000.00 3,900,400.00

Total Permit Fees 30,661 .23 37,327.98

Total Compliance Letters Issued 5 1

Total Compliance Letter Fees 150.00 60.00

Inspection Summary

Ward Permit Inspections Other Roll Inspections

100 0

51 0

151 0

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Permit Comparison Summary

Issued For Period JUN 1,2019 To JUN 30,2019

Farm Building 1,120.00New Foundation 221.00Plumbing 2,690.00

Total 37,327.98

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ONTARIOJuly 8, 2019

RECEIVED

JUL 152019TO MAYOR, CITY CLERK AND COUNCILLORS:

TOWNSHiP OF RAMARA

Nominate an Outstanding Ontario Physician in Your CommunityThe College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario Council Award

The College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPSO) is now accepting

nominations for the 2020 Council Award. The Council Award

honours outstanding Ontario physicians who have demonstrated

excellence and embody a vision ofthe “ideal physician”.

The criteria for selecting a physician for the Council Award are

outlined in the enclosed nomination form. The criteria are based

upon eight “physician roles” that reflect society’s expectations of

what is needed to practise modern medicine.

Through the award, the College honours Ontario physicians

whose performance in each ofthese roles is outstanding,

recognizing that individual physicians will demonstrate more

extensive expertise in some roles than in others.Over the Iastfour years,

the Council Award has If you know of a physician who meets the selection criteria,

been presented tofour please nominate him or her for the Council Award.

physicians nominatedby The deadline for receipt of nominations is September 30, 2019their local city council? at 5:00 p.m.

For further information, please contact the Council Awards

Program at 416-967-2600 or 1-800-268-7096 extension 257 or

[email protected].

QUALITYPROFESSIONALS HEALTHYSYSTEM PUBLIC TRUST

Did You Know?

80 College Street,Toronto, Ontario M5G 2E2 Tel: (416) 967-2600 Toil Free: ($00) 268-7096 Fax: (416) 961-3330

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The Council Award honours outstanding Ontario physicians who have demonstratedexcellence and come closest to meeting society’s vision of an “ideal physician.

Four awards are presented each year, in the following categories: Academic Specialty,Community Specialty, Academic Family Practice and Community Family Practice.

CRITERIA

The criteria for selecting a physician for the CouncilAward is based on the eight physician roles identifiedas the essential qualities needed to practise modernmedicine:

. medical expert/clinicaldecision maker

I communicator

. collaborator

I gatekeeper/resourcemanager

. health advocate

. learner

. scientist/scholar

. person & professional

The Council Award recognizes physicians whoseperformance in these roles is outstanding, recognizingthat they may demonstrate more extensive expertise insome roles than in others. Details on the elements ofeach role are outlined on the CPSO’s award webpage.

ELIGIBILITY FOR NOMINATION

Anyone may nominate a physician for the CouncilAward. To be eligible for nomination, a physicianmust be licensed in Ontario and be in good standingwith the College. Previous nominees who wereunsuccessful are eligible. Former recipients ofthe Council Award or the Excellence in QualityManagement of Medical Care Award are not eligiblefor nomination. Council Members and staff of theCollege and members of their immediate families arealso not eligible.

NOMINATION INSTRUCTIONS

7 . Complete the nomination form.

2. Provide a detailed nominator’s statement describinghow the nominee has demonstrated overall excellenceand contributed to the profession. You are encouragedto include pertinent supporting materials such astestimonials, reports, media articles, CVs, etc.

3. Find a seconder for the nomination who will provide awritten testimonial about the nominee’s accomplishments.

4. The completed Council Award nomination package(including nominator’s statement, supporting materialand seconder’s statement) can be emailed to

[email protected] or mailed to the following address:

The Council Award,c/o Communications DepartmentCollege of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario80 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2E2

For more information, please contact:Call: 41 6-967-2600 or 7 -800-268-7096, ext. 257E-mail: [email protected]

Additional information and nomination forms are available at:www.cpso.on.ca/council-award

CHECKLIST:

0 NOMINATION FORM

0 NOMINATOR’S STATEMENT

0 SECONDER’S STATEMENT

0 SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (OPTIONAL)

0 NOMINEE’S CV (OPTIONAL)

The deadline for the nominations is Monday, September 30, 201 9 at 5:00 p.m.

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NOMINATIONFORMPlease provide Nominator and Seconder COUNCILStatements and any additional information S AWARD

in support of your nomination

NOMINEE

FIRST NAME: LAST NAME:

NOMINEES ADDRESS:

EMAIL ADDRESS: TELEPHONE:

DATE AND PLACE OF BIRTH:

DEGREES EARNED (DEGREE, SCHOOL, YEAR):

SPECIALTY, IF ANY:

TYPE OF PRACTICE:

FACULTY APPOINTMENTS, IF ANY:

PREVIOUS HONOURS AND AWARDS:

lfyou need mote space, please attach additional pages.

NOMINATOR

FIRSTNAME: .LASTNAME:

ADDRESS:

E-MAIL ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER:

PLEASE INDICATE YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE NOMINEE:

SECONDER (must be provided)

FIRST NAME: LAST NAME:

ADDRESS:

E-MAILADDRESS: .. . . .TELEPHONE NUMBER:

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July 8, 2019

Township of Ramara Clerks Dept.,

Township of Ramara Fire Department

Simcoe County Health Department

Orillia Detachment of Ontario Provincial Police

To whom it may concern,

Hello,

I am writing this letter to advise of an outdoor event scheduled for August 10th, 2019. The event is

called “Cruising for the Cause” it is a charity motorcycle ride. The ride is open only to those invited who

are given opportunity to purchase a ticket. This event is being run in partnership with Sick Kids

Children’s Hospital in Toronto, with all proceeds going to them. The morning ride will leave Mara

Shore’s Estates and take country roads to Buckhorn and then return. There will be a reception held at

the Mara Shore Estate’s private park thereafter. A liquor license is being sought and alcohol will be soldto cover the cost of the alcohol and associated permits (no revenue will be generated from liquor). We

anticipate 100 in attendance but have offered 200 entries and are prepared for a group of 200. Theevent will be held rain or shine and weather will strongly impact the number of attendees. In addition

to monies raised in ticket sales, we hope to raise additional funds by auctioning off donated prizes and

seeking donations to the hospital at the after ride reception.

Mara Shore Estates a small community in Ramara on Stephen Drive. There is a homeowner’s

association which have a shared use private park. The association has granted us exclusive use of the

park for the day and the community is in fact volunteering to help raise money for this amazing cause.

Counsellor John O’Donnell, Mayor Basil Clark @@@@@@ are expected to attend for the ribbon

cutting to commence the event.

I will be in attendance at the event with my friend (and member of Mara Shore Estates Homeowners

Association) Brad McDonald. We will be available to answer any questions you may have or aid you or

your representatives in anyway. My cellular telephone number is and Brad’s is960-2427.

Respectfully,

_/

David Flood

(see attached map of planned event)

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TOWNSHIP OF2297 Highway 12,

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MEMO

TO: Committee of the Whole

FROM: Madison Dunn, Assistant to the CAO

DATE: July 22, 2019

SUBJECT: Uber

This memo is in response to Councils request for more information on Uber.

UberPool is a ridesharing service provided by Uber that is used through a technologicalapp on your smartphone. Once you have downloaded the app and you are ready to useit, Uber will pick up data from anyone inquiring rides in the area. After multiple peoplehave requested a ride in the same area Uber will “approve” your request through theapp. UberPool provides reduced costs to customers by allowing people to connect andshare costs of rides.

Currently, the Town of Innisfil is the only place in the world that uses UberPool as atransit system. The Town of Innisfil conducted a transit feasibility study, which led to anagreement that a transit system was needed in the Town. lnnisfil went through a timeconsuming process in order to bring UberPool to their residents. Using UberPool is onlyStage I of their Transit System process. In order to get UberPool in their township theyhad to have a meeting with local taxis to discuss their thoughts on UberPool and howthis will affect their services. They came to an agreement that the Town of Innisfil wouldreturn the taxis licensing fees and would only allow the ridesharing program to operateat certain times of the day so that it will not affect the taxi services operation in the area.By using UberPool as their transit system, it would provide a temporary service to theirresidents, while they gather more statistics on the need for a transit system in theirmunicipality. The Town of Innisfil also provided funding to the ridesharing programwhich would help reduce the cost of residents using UberPool (the Town provided$1 00,000 in 201 7 and $1 25,000 in 201 8). Another obstacle that they had to go throughwas ensuring that their surrounding municipalities supported this and would join in on acontract to allow Innisfil to use UberPool in order to transfer their residents from onemunicipality to another.

The next steps to bring UberPool to Ramara would be for staff to contact the Town ofInnisfil and ask for a presentation to council on the steps it took to bring UberPool totheir municipality. This would provide us with a greater understanding on the processand details, recently Tiny Township had a presentation from lnnisfil at their councilmeeting. Furthermore, we can contact Uber and set up a meeting with staff to get agreater understanding on how this would work in Ramara Township.

www.ramara.ca

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The CAO had a meeting with Simcoe County and there may be funds available (around50k) for transportation studies or the purchase of equipment.

Respectfully submitted,

Noted By:, CAO

Date: tlO)o1ci

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Township of Muskoka Lakes Official Plan Consolidation Section E - Rural

151

SECTION E – RURAL

1 Definition

1.1 The Rural designation shall be defined as all lands not defined, designated or mapped as part of the Waterfront, Urban Centres or Community designations in this Official Plan.

1.2 The Rural area is divided into Character Areas which are assigned land use

designations. These land use designations are mapped on Schedule F. Policies specifically applicable to each Character Area are contained in Section 7.

1.3 There are Special Policy Areas within the Rural area which are subject to the

policies contained in Section 8. These Special Policy Areas, with the exception of the Rural / Waterfront Interface which is defined by policy, are mapped on Schedule F.

1.4 There are certain natural resource areas and areas of natural constraint in the

Rural area where additional development controls are applied. The potential location of these resources and constraints is shown on a series of Appendices to this Plan. Final confirmation of the existence and specific location of a resources or constraint will be done through field inspection. If confirmed the policies contained in Section 10 to 14 will apply. The Appendices are as follows:

Appendix 1 Areas of Use Limitation Appendix 2 Areas of Natural Constraint Appendix 3 Sensitive Areas Appendix 4 Areas of Resource Potential - Agriculture Appendix 5 Areas of Resource Potential - Mineral Resources

2 Growth Strategy 2.1 Basis

Historically, growth in the rural area of the Township has occurred more slowly than in the waterfront or community areas. According to the District of Muskoka’s Growth Strategy the average household growth rate for the Township from 2006-2031 will be 1.2%. It is expected that the continued growth throughout the Township will be related more to seasonal and recreational residential development. The Township will see 128 household units on average per year, both permanent and seasonal. It is expected that 70% of this growth will occur on full municipal services with 38 households per year on average to be shared between the Waterfront, Community, and Rural designations. Because waterfront development is more in demand in the

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Township it is expected that the majority of this development will be focused in the Waterfront designation. As such, growth will be limited in the Rural designation.

2.2 Strategy

The Township’s growth strategy for the rural area will have the following characteristics:

Residential development in the rural area will be restricted to low density uses subject to development controls designed to preserve and enhance existing rural character while not compromising the environment. Permitted uses and activities shall relate to the management or use of resources, resource-based recreational activities, limited residential development and other rural land uses. Development shall be appropriate to the infrastructure which is planned or available, and avoid the need for the unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion of this infrastructure. Development that is compatible with the rural landscape and can be sustained by rural service levels should be promoted. Recreational, tourism and other economic opportunities should be promoted.

3 Goal and Objectives 3.1 Goal 3.1.1 To manage the resources of, and direct limited development in the rural area in

a way that will protect the natural and man made environment, enhance the rural area’s unique character, beauty and appeal, protect the resource base for ongoing and future use, protect scenic vistas, and accommodate the demand for a rural lifestyle.

3.1.2 To encourage a limited range of secondary dwelling units where the lot size is appropriate to offer a broader choice to current and future residents of the Township.

3.1.3 To encourage the limited range of small-scale commercial uses appropriate to

the Rural area and to recognize their important overall function to the economic growth of the Township.

3.1.4 To recognize there are important natural resources located in the Rural areas

that are not located in other areas of the Township that should be protected.

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3.1.5 To limit growth in the Rural areas to the management or use of resources, resource-based recreational activities, limited residential development and other rural land uses, while directing it to the Urban Centers and/or Communities.

3.2 Objectives 3.2.1 To ensure that development in the rural area is carried out in a manner that

respects the natural and man made environment. 3.2.2 To retain and enhance the visual integrity of the natural landscape and to

preserve the rural character of the Township. 3.2.3 To direct development to areas that are well suited to accommodate those forms

of development. 3.2.4 To provide a variety of development options that will lead to an innovative and

integrated land use pattern that takes advantage of the positive characteristics of the rural area and protects the sensitive areas.

3.2.5 To protect the limited aggregate resource base in the rural area from

incompatible uses and to encourage the extraction of aggregate in a manner that will not adversely affect the environment.

3.2.6 To encourage the preservation and conservation of the limited agricultural lands

in the Township. 3.2.7 To encourage the preservation and conservation of the significant forests and

the fish and wildlife habitat in the Township. 3.2.8 To direct development away from significant natural features such as wetlands

and scenic areas and from environmentally sensitive areas such as floodplains and areas of natural constraint.

3.2.9 To recognize the contribution of the rural area to the local economy as a

generator of employment and economic opportunities. 3.2.10 To accommodate a limited range of industrial and commercial activities that are

essential to the economic well being of the Township at a size and scale that is appropriate to the rural area.

3.2.11 To recognize and accommodate the demand for limited residential development

in the rural area in a way that allows a range of income groups access to the rural area.

3.2.12 To encourage forms of development in locations that will minimize the short

and long term costs to the municipality.

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3.2.13 To ensure the compatibility of uses through the application, when necessary, of

spatial separations, screens and buffers. 3.2.14 To encourage development in locations that will facilitate the establishment of

an efficient servicing network. 3.2.15 To encourage the establishment and preservation of attributes of the rural area

that accommodate and support the primary tourism base of Muskoka. 3.2.16 To encourage the enhancement of recreation opportunities such as a linked trail

system throughout the rural area that will support both the tourism and recreation base.

3.2.17 To encourage the preservation of natural vistas along the road system in the

rural area. 3.2.18 To recognize and protect areas of historic, biological, geological and

archaeological significance. 3.2.19 To preserve the integrity of the scenic vistas that contribute to the character of

the rural area. 3.2.20 To ensure golf courses are developed and operated using best management

practices for the protection of natural heritage features and functions.

3.2.21 To encourage public trail systems which provide recreational opportunities and link the Rural areas to other areas of the Township.

3.2.22 To encourage secondary dwelling units where the lot size is appropriate and

affordable housing for both current and future residents, and permanent and seasonal residents.

3.2.23 To ensure the redevelopment of existing properties maintains the character of

the Rural area.

3.2.24 To promote healthy and active communities by planning for public spaces, parks, trails, and open space.

3.2.25 To protect and, where possible, enhance water quality.

3.2.26 To promote innovative economic development opportunities within the Rural

areas.

3.2.27 To encourage increased energy generation through alternative and renewable energy systems, including small-scale wind and solar power generators.

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4 Rural Character

4.1 The Meaning of Character

The rural character is what differentiates the rural area from an urban or semi urban setting. In the Township of Muskoka Lakes, it is the mix of natural landscape and low density, randomly located development in a predominately natural setting. The Rural area is distinguished by forested areas, open countryside and scenic vistas. In the rural area, the natural environment predominates over built environment.

The development form which has the largest negative impact on rural character is undirected development at a density, or under development standards, which allow the built environment to dominate. Smaller lot sizes, frontages and setbacks are not characteristic of the rural area and if allowed, they alter the character.

Within the rural area of the Township there are specific geographic areas that exhibit distinguishing characteristics. These also need to be recognized, protected and enhanced.

4.2 Protecting Rural Character

To protect rural character, policies must be put in place which recognize and protect characteristics that define and enhance rural character. This must be done on a general basis for the rural area and on a more specific basis for the varying geographic areas that comprise the rural area.

This is what has been done in this Plan. General development policies have been established to protect and enhance the desirable characteristics of the rural area as a whole. More specific policies have been developed for each of six distinct rural geographic areas that have been identified.

Each of the six geographic areas, which are referred to in these policies as Character Areas, has been assigned a land use designation and policies have been developed to protect and enhance the valued characteristics. Character Areas will experience limited development, with the majority of growth being directed to Urban Centres and Communities. These designations are mapped on Schedule F:

Area 1 Open Space Area 2 Low Density Residential Area 3 Country Residential Area 4 Rural Residential Cluster Area 5 Hamlets Area 6 Restricted Rural

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4.2.1 Site plan control will be required for all major development and redevelopment

projects, including all commercial, industrial and institutional uses, to ensure the character of the Rural area is protected.

5 Permitted Uses

5.1 Generally Permitted Uses

The rural area has traditionally supported a mix of uses which include: conservation; agriculture; low density residential, including an accessory apartment/second dwelling; open space recreation; extractive operations; forestry; resorts; land extensive commercial and industrial; small scale institutional, commercial, and industrial; and open space uses.

It is expected that this pattern will continue subject to the policies of this Plan. Where this list conflicts with permitted uses outlined in Character Areas and Special Policy Areas, the more restrictive list of uses will apply.

5.2 Existing Uses 5.2.1 Existing uses may be recognized as permitted uses in a zoning by-law provided

the general intent of this Plan is maintained and that all environmental limitations and constraints are considered.

6 General Development Policies

The policies in this section are of general applicability throughout the rural area.

6.1 General 6.1.1 A Tree Preservation By-law and Site Alteration By-law shall be applicable for

any proposed development, or redevelopment, in areas of scenic corridors and scenic areas as listed in Schedule F, and all areas zoned Environmental Protection One (EP1).

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6.2 Development Form

6.2.1 Lots in the rural area shall be of sufficient size to protect the predominantly natural appearance of the rural area and to provide for on site servicing (sewage disposal, water supply, storm water retention etc.). An acceptable hydrogeological assessment where required, will assist in determining the ultimate density of development.

6.2.2 A low density development pattern will be maintained in the rural area. This

would include accessory secondary dwelling units, on properties where the size is sufficient for the use.

6.2.3 Development controls shall be structured to ensure that growth is distributed in

such a way that the rural character of the Township will be preserved and enhanced.

6.2.4 To maintain the low density character of the rural area, lots shall have generous

frontages and areas.

6.2.5 All lots shall be of a size and configuration appropriate for the proposed use. 6.2.6 The design of new lots shall have regard for the characteristics of the particular

piece of land being subdivided. 6.2.7 Setbacks shall be sufficient to maintain the natural appearance of the rural area. 6.2.8 Setbacks shall be sufficient to provide a natural buffer between development,

including septic facilities, and a travelled road. 6.2.9 Development controls shall promote the retention of natural vegetation and the

provision of natural buffers. 6.2.10 The profile of development shall be appropriate given the area and property

characteristics. 6.2.11 Residential development shall be in the form of single detached residential

units. Where the lot size is sufficient and servicing requirements can be met, one accessory apartment within a single detached residential unit will be considered.

6.2.12 Multiple dwelling units, with the exception of an accessory apartment as

addressed in Section 6.2.11, is not allowed in the rural area. 6.2.13 Home occupations and home industries are generally appropriate throughout the

rural area.

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6.3 Land Use Compatibility 6.3.1 Due to the general size and character of lots and uses in the rural area a variety

of uses may occur in the same general area, unless restricted elsewhere in this Plan, and provided such uses are, or can be made, compatible. Spatial separations, screens and buffers may be used to ensure compatibility.

6.3.2 Sufficient separation shall be provided between resource based uses or areas of

resource potential and potentially conflicting uses to protect the integrity and viability of the resource based use.

6.3.3 Residential development within 300 metres (1000 feet) of a main railway line

may be subject to the main line requirements and the rail noise, vibration and safety impact policy of the relevant rail line authority.

6.3.4 Development adjacent to sanitary sewage disposal facilities including sewage

lagoons will be discouraged. Where such development is proposed it will generally be limited to passive recreation and open space uses. Other uses should be setback from the specific facilities as detailed in the Ministry of the Environment Guidelines. Setbacks from municipal systems are detailed below:

FACILITY MINIMUM SETBACK

Sanitary sewage disposal site (other than residential uses)

150 metres (500 feet)

Sanitary sewage disposal site (residential use)


Waste stabilization ponds (all uses)


Hauled sewage lagoon (all uses) 400 metres (1320 feet) 6.3.5 Development within 1000 metres (3,280 feet) of a municipal water supply

intake or municipal sanitary sewage outfall is not permitted unless the District of Muskoka is satisfied that the proposal will have no detrimental impact on the municipal servicing system. Where necessary the proponent will provide sufficient data to demonstrate no impact. Changes in land use within 1000 metres (3,280 feet) of a municipal water supply intake or municipal sanitary sewage outfall will be monitored.

6.3.6 Where sewage lagoons or land fill sites exist, setbacks shall be established,

according to Ministry of Environment guidelines, for abutting residential uses and along the major haul route to reduce possible impacts.

6.3.7 Existing electric power facilities and the development of new electric power

facilities including all works as defined in the Power Corporation Act, such as transmission lines, transformer stations, and distribution stations, shall be permitted within all land use designations throughout the Township of Muskoka

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Lakes without an Official Plan Amendment provided that such development satisfies the provisions of the Environmental Assessment Act, including regulations made under the Act and any other relevant statutes, and is carried out having regard for the provisions of this Plan.

6.3.8 The separation distance between residential uses and industrial uses shall permit

the normal functioning of the two uses. Separation distances shall conform to Ministry of Environment policy as recommended in the Ministry’s Guideline of Separation Distance Between Industrial Facilities and Sensitive Uses.

6.3.9 Where two different types of land uses are proposed (i.e.

commercial/residential) adjacent to one another, the Township may require the preparation of additional reports as part of a complete application to justify the proposed development, including, but not limited to: noise assessment; tree preservation/landscape plan; traffic study; shadow study; market feasibility study; and/or odour assessment, to satisfy the Township that no negative impact will result from the development.

6.3.10 New uses or interests in land shall be compatible with other legally existing land

uses in the vicinity so as to ensure the continued operation of such uses and to allow expansions where feasible and appropriate.

6.4 Access 6.4.1 Except as specified in Section 6.4.2, land which does not have adequate direct

access and frontage onto a public, year round maintained road that has the capacity to handle the traffic generated, shall not be subdivided or developed for any purpose.

6.4.2 The requirement for public road access does not apply to the development of conservation uses, resource based uses or hunt camps, which are not required to have public road access, and which may be located on private roads.

6.4.3 Development should be directed to the existing municipal road network.

Expansion to the road network should not occur unless it is appropriate to the development form.

6.4.4 Where development is proposed that will require road improvements, the costs

of such improvements will be borne by the developer. 6.4.5 The division of land shall not be permitted in locations which would result in

land becoming land locked or unusable. 6.4.6 Entrances onto local roads shall be permitted provided a traffic hazard would

not be created, or the design, efficiency of the road would not be impaired.

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6.4.7 Where the District Official Plan is more explicit, the provision of the District of Muskoka Official Plan apply to development standards on District Roads and Provincial Highways.

6.4.8 There is no commitment on the part of the Township to maintain an open but

presently undeveloped road allowance. 6.4.9 Where there is a foreseeable or probable future use for a municipal road

allowance the road allowance shall not be conveyed out of municipal ownership.

6.4.10 Local public roads shall have a minimum width of 20 metres (66 feet). Where

such width is not presently available, the municipality may, as a condition of development approval, acquire sufficient width to meet this standard. In general, road widenings will be required to be dedicated in equal widths from the centreline on each side of the road allowance. However where constraints such as topography, preservation of historical features, insufficient setback from buildings or structures or the previous pattern of dedication dictate, dedication may require that the road dedication be taken on one side of the road. However, in such cases, only one half of the widening described will be taken through site plan control.

6.4.11 Private unlicensed establishments for the landing of aircraft, that do not include

a commercial component, shall be permitted only on properties with sufficient area to protect the interests of abutting property owners. Development of these uses shall require a rezoning.

6.5 Servicing 6.5.1 Development will proceed on the basis of private individual wells and private

individual sewage disposal systems that do not provide service to more than one lot or unit legally capable of being conveyed. New lots shall be sized accordingly to accommodate private individual services.

6.5.2 The principal means of sewage disposal required for any development shall be a

private individual Class IV (Septic) system. Aerobic or suitable alternative systems may also be used subject to receipt of an acceptable report from a professional engineer in support of the alternative system. Class V (Holding Tank) systems shall not be permitted except to remedy an existing situation. Class V systems are subject to approval and may only be used on a temporary basis.

6.5.3 Development on private services shall be limited to uses which use or produce

less than 10,000 litres per day of water or sewage effluent or waste water, or do not create discharge which would be an environmental hazard or present a threat to ground or surface water.

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6.5.4 Where development is permitted on private services, lots shall have sufficient

and suitable area to adequately accommodate such services, and shall satisfy the authority having jurisdiction with respect to the approval of private water supply or private sewage facilities

6.5.5 All development shall meet the authorized requirements of the Ministry of the

Environment or its designate with respect to sewage disposal. 6.5.6 Hydrogeological reports satisfactory to the Township of Muskoka Lakes shall

be submitted in support of any proposal on private servicing systems where: more than five residential lots are proposed; construction of a new road(s) is proposed; there are areas of known or suspect water quantity or quality; for commercial, industrial or other uses which would produce an effluent flow of greater than 4,500 litres per day; or private groundwater and sewage disposal services are proposed for an individual lot of less than 1 hectare in area on lands adjacent to existing lot development where the cumulative impacts of private services are deemed of significant concern by the authority having jurisdiction. These requirements do not apply where the lot or unit is a shoreline lot and the groundwater flow does not affect adjacent backlot or rural properties. Such reports shall demonstrate that the proposed use is suitable and can meet applicable government regulations for water supply and sewage disposal facilities.

6.5.7 Development shall not be permitted where it would have a detrimental effect on

surface water or ground water resources. A hydrogeological report may be required to determine if the development impact is within acceptable limits as determined by the Township and the Ministry of Environment.

6.5.8 In areas where problems with either quality or quantity of ground water is a

concern, any new development shall be conditional upon the availability of a suitable potable water supply.

6.5.9 For all major development, construction mitigation and storm water

management plans, satisfactory to the appropriate Provincial and Municipal agencies, must be submitted and implemented.

6.5.10 The use of private alternative energy generators, such as small-scale wind

turbines, solar panels, and other similar sources will be permitted as accessory uses in appropriate locations. Where these alternative energy structures are proposed, such facilities should be designed to avoid potential environmental, social, and aesthetic impacts.

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6.6 Rail Transport 6.6.1 Rail corridors in the Township are recognized as transportation links of local,

provincial, national and international importance respecting the movement of raw material, finished products and people.

6.6.2 Rail related noise, vibration and safety sensitive areas shall be considered to

include those lands abutting or immediately adjacent to rail corridors or rights-of-way.

6.6.3 The Township will assist, where appropriate, in ensuring that noise, vibration

and safety standards associated with rail corridor development or development adjacent to rail corridors are incorporated into required planning approval documents.

6.7 Employment Areas 6.7.1 All lands within the Rural Commercial/Industrial Areas designation and all

lands where resorts are located or permitted in the Rural area shall be referred to as Employment Areas of the Township.

6.7.2 The conversion of Employment Areas to Non-Employment Areas shall be permitted through a comprehensive review, only where it has been demonstrated that the land is not required for employment purposes over the long term and that there is a need for the conversion.

6.8 Recreation Trails 6.8.1 In order to enhance the potential for a network of linked trails throughout the

Township regard will be had for the preservation of such a network when evaluating development proposals.

6.8.2 Where deemed appropriate by the Township, the 5% parkland dedication will

be used to acquire land for a linked trail system. 6.8.3 Township road allowances which could become a link in a trail system will not

be stopped up or sold. 6.8.4 Where application is made to close and convey a road allowance, if the road

allowance would not contribute to a trail system, regard shall be had for the possibility of conducting an exchange for alternative land that could become part of a trail system.

6.8.5 The connectivity of a public trail system throughout the Township should be

encouraged. Lands shall be deeded to the Township where appropriate and where outlined in a Parks Master Plan. This could include trails for walking,

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biking, hiking, snowmobiling, or cross-country skiing, and may be located across public lands, road allowances, or publicly maintained year round roads.

6.8.6 Pathways for the purpose of hiking and cycling are encouraged along all

publicly maintained roads.

6.9 Group Homes 6.9.1 For the purposes of this section:

(a) A residential group home consists of between 3 and 6 residents living on a long term basis in a single housekeeping unit under responsible supervision consistent with the requirements of its residents. A residential group home is licensed under senior government legislation.

(b) A treatment or rehabilitation group home consists of a dwelling or

institution licensed, approved or supervised for treatment or rehabilitation, in which between 3 and 6 residents live on a more or less temporary basis as a single housekeeping unit under responsible supervision. A treatment or rehabilitation group home is licensed under senior government legislation.

(c) Detention facilities of any type are not classified as group homes.

6.9.2 Group homes which will not have significant impacts on the surrounding rural

community shall be permitted. 6.9.3 Larger group homes, or those providing a treatment or rehabilitation function

shall be considered as institutional in nature and will be directed to Urban Centres and/or Communities depending on the services and amenities required to support the facility.

6.9.4 In general, the number of residents in a group home shall be appropriate to the

size of the dwelling in which the group home is operating. In this regard, the principle of each person being provided with a private bedroom is encouraged and will ensure that occupancy in the home will approximate the occupancy in the neighbourhood in which such a home is located.

6.10 Cultural and Archaeological Heritage 6.10.1 A Municipal Heritage Committee may be established pursuant to the Ontario

Heritage Act to advise and assist Council on all matters related to cultural heritage resource conservation in the municipality.

Pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act, Council may, by by-law:

i) designate properties to be of cultural heritage value or interest.

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ii) define any area or areas within the municipality, as an area to be examined

for designation as a heritage conservation district, and iii) designate any area or areas within the municipality, as a heritage

conservation district.

Council will maintain register of cultural heritage resources of all buildings and structures designated pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act and all buildings and structures identified as being of architectural, historical and contextual interest.

6.10.2 Council may consider the designation of a Heritage Conservation District. Prior

to the designation of a Heritage Conservation District or Districts, Council shall:

i) pass a by-law defining an area or areas to be examined for future designation as a Heritage Conservation District(s).

ii) prepare a study for the area or areas to determine the feasibility of

designation, the delineation of the Heritage District boundaries and an evaluation of the area's historic character.

iii) the study will be prepared in accordance with Ontario's Heritage

Conservation District Guidelines prepared by the Ministry of Culture. iv) public participation will be encouraged in the preparation of the study. v) Heritage District Planning Guidelines may be prepared after the approval of

the designation of the Heritage Conservation District by the Ontario Municipal Board. The guidelines can include policies to guide Council in the approval of permit applications for new development and alterations to properties located within the Heritage Conservation District.

6.10.3 Locally significant buildings, places, and attractions, should be identified as

being important to the character of the municipality. Although these areas may not be designated, every effort should be made to protect and preserve them as they are important to the residents and visitors of Muskoka Lakes.

6.10.4 The Township may exercise any powers granted to it pursuant to the Ontario

Heritage Act to recognize and protect historically significant buildings, structures, or areas.

6.10.5 Significant built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall be conserved. Consideration shall be given to restoration, documentation, and maintenance in its original context. Development should be compatible with these built heritage resources and cultural heritage landscapes.

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6.10.6 Development and site alteration may be permitted on adjacent lands to protected heritage property where the proposed development and site alteration has been evaluated and it has been demonstrated that the heritage attributes of the protected heritage property will be conserved.

Mitigative measures and/or alternative development approaches may be required in order to conserve the heritage attributes of the protected heritage property affected by the adjacent development or site alteration.

6.10.7 Residential infill in areas of historic architectural or landscape merit shall be sensitive to the existing scale and pattern of those areas and consistent with existing landscape and streetscape qualities.

6.10.8 Council shall have regard for cultural heritage resources in the undertaking of municipal public works. When necessary, Council will require satisfactory measures to mitigate any negative impacts on significant heritage resources.

6.10.9 Archaeological resources shall be protected through the development approval process. Regard shall be had to the recommendations contained in the District of Muskoka Archaeological Master Plan.

6.10.10 An Archaeological Assessment, prepared by a professional licensed to conduct such work, shall be required for all major development, including all major Municipal infrastructure projects, located in and/or adjacent to known provincially registered archaeological sites or areas of moderate to very high potential as identified in the Muskoka Archaeological Master Plan. Development may only proceed once any significant archaeological resources have been conserved by removal and documentation, or by preservation on site. Where significant archaeological resources must be preserved on site, only development and site alteration which maintain the heritage integrity of the site may be permitted.

6.11 Golf Courses 6.11.1 Where development is proposed, including a new or expanded golf course, the

following issues will be addressed to the satisfaction of the Township of Muskoka Lakes and the District of Muskoka:

a) Water quality;

b) Protection of shorelines;

c) Impact on Heritage Areas and Provincially Significant wetlands; and

d) Access as it relates to Township and District facilities.

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6.11.2 Golf Courses are permitted as an accessory use to a resort commercial use. Due to potential of water quality impact, detailed water quality monitoring will be required. This will involve monitoring during construction, as well as during golf course operation. Such monitoring reports will be peer reviewed by the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

6.12 Rooming Houses

6.12.1 A dwelling used primarily by persons who are renting rooms shall be a Rooming House. The implementing zoning by-law will define Rooming Houses.

6.12.2 Small Rooming Houses utilizing three bedrooms or less shall be permitted in all zones which permit residential dwellings.

6.12.3 Large Rooming Houses (exceeding three bedrooms) shall be permitted in all

zones which permit residential dwellings subject to locational criteria detailed in an implementing zoning by-law consisting of, but not necessarily limited to:

Maximum gross floor area of 275 sq.m. (3000 sq. ft.), Maximum of five bedrooms, Minimum and maximum size bedrooms, Minimum number of parking spaces, Minimum landscaped area, Increased / enhanced setbacks from property lines, Buffer areas, Minimum distance separation between large rooming houses, Enlarged minimum lot sizes.

6.12.4 All large Rooming Houses shall be subject to site plan control. 6.12.5 In conjunction with zoning provisions for large Rooming Houses, a Licensing

By-law pursuant to the Municipal Act will address safety concerns for neighbours and users of these residences. The matters to be addressed include, but not necessarily limited to:

Fire, Property Standards, Electrical, Building Code, Health, Fencing, Regular inspections.

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6.13 Urban Fringe Areas

6.13.1 Incompatible forms of Rural development are not permitted in areas immediately outside of the Urban Centre or Community boundaries (within one kilometre) as identified on Schedules G or H.

6.13.2 No significant commercial/industrial use (exceeding the size of a Home

Industry) will be located within one kilometre of the boundary of an Urban Centre of Community boundary.

7 Character Areas

7.1 Identification 7.1.1 The Rural area has been divided into six character areas based on the

development pattern that has evolved and is expected to evolve. Each character area has been assigned a land use designation. The land use designations assigned to the six character areas are as follows:

Area 1 Open Space Area Area 2 Low Density Development Area Area 3 Country Residential Area Area 4 Rural Residential Clusters Area 5 Hamlets Area 6 Restricted Rural Area

The areas which are existing at the date of approval of this Plan, are mapped on Schedule F. The boundaries indicated on Schedule F are approximate only and will be defined in the implementing zoning by-law.

7.2 Open Space Area 7.2.1 Definition

The area designated as Open Space is characterized by large undeveloped tracts of land with no public road access. Much of this area is crown land. The predominant uses both on the crown land and on the large tracts of private land are conservation, open space recreation and resource based uses. The Open Space area is designated on Schedule F.

7.2.2 Principles

The land classified as Open Space area is in a natural state. Its pristine nature is of value to the Township in providing a reserve of natural areas and a land base for land extensive recreation activities. It is important that all open space connections and corridors be preserved.

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7.2.3 Permitted Uses

The uses permitted in the Open Space area will be restricted to resource related, agricultural, conservation and open space recreational uses. Hunt camps will be allowed.

7.2.4 Development Policies

The municipality will not extend services to the undeveloped areas. No new lot creation is permitted in the Open Space area designation except for resource related uses other than agriculture.

7.3 Low Density Development Area 7.3.1 Definition

The lands in the Low Density Development area are characterized by expanses of undeveloped land interspersed with low density scattered residential development, resource based activities and small-scale commercial and industrial uses. Little pressure for development is experienced in this area. The Low Density Development area is designated on Schedule F. These lands generally include the areas of the former Townships of Medora, Wood and Cardwell that are accessible by year round maintained public roads.

7.3.2 Principles

Lands in this category are not experiencing significant pressure for development. Therefore the consent procedure, as the principal means of lot creation, is appropriate.

To retain the natural appearance of the Low Density Development area a dispersed development pattern and increased setbacks are appropriate.

The larger lot sizes in this area allow a mix of uses to coexist.

Public road frontage in this area is very limited and acts as a limitation on development. All lots created by consent shall have necessary frontage on a publicly maintained year round road.


The following uses may be allowed in the Low Density Development Area: low density, single detached residential uses, including accessory secondary

dwelling units;

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land extensive, light industrial uses such as scrap yards or contractors yards; land extensive commercial uses appropriate to the rural area such as kennels

and garden centres; land extensive recreational uses such as golf courses and recreational trail

systems; open space uses; agricultural uses; primary and secondary aggregate extraction operations; forestry; resorts; conservation; and institutional uses (including churches, schools and cemeteries).


Lot creation will occur by severance.

Expansion of the public road system is not anticipated in this area. The minimum lot frontage for all new lots shall not be less than 100 metres (325 feet). The minimum area shall not be less than 1 hectare (2.5 acres). To retain the dispersed development pattern the number of lots allowed to be created per original 40 hectare (100 acre) block will be restricted to 3, (i.e. two severed and one retained). Where the original 40 hectare (100 acre) block no longer exists one lot may be created per holding in existence as of the date of approval of this Plan provided both the severed and retained lots meet the minimum frontage requirement of 100 metres (325 feet) and the minimum area requirement of 1 hectare (2.5 acres).

The setbacks established for this area shall be sufficient to provide a natural buffer between the development, including the septic facilities, and the travelled road.

The design of new lots shall have regard for the characteristics of the particular piece of land being subdivided. Lot frontages along District roadways as required by the District of Muskoka Official Plan shall be adhered to. A resort will be operated under on-site central management for profit.

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7.4 Country Residential Areas 7.4.1 Definition

The lands in the Country Residential area are characterized by expanses of undeveloped land interspersed with low density scattered residential development, resource based activities and small-scale commercial and industrial uses at the scale of a home industry. Development pressure has been experienced in this area during the past decade. This pressure is exemplified by the appearance of strips of residential development along Township roads. The area designated as the Country Residential area is shown on Schedule F. These lands generally included the former Townships of Watt and Monck.

7.4.2 Principles

This area is subject to development pressures because of its proximity to nearby urban centres. This pressure is manifesting itself in the form of more intensive strip development along Township roads.

Allowing severances as the predominant form of lot creation reduces the ability to assess the cumulative impacts of development.

Residential development in this area should be encouraged by plan of subdivision so the development can be comprehensively planned and integrated into the existing rural character.


The following uses may be permitted in the Country Residential Area:

low density, single detached residential uses, including accessory secondary dwelling units;

land extensive, light industrial uses such as scrap yards or contractors yards; land extensive commercial uses appropriate to the rural area such as kennels

and garden centres; land extensive recreational uses such as golf courses and recreational trail

systems; open space uses; agricultural uses; primary and secondary aggregate extraction operations; forestry; resorts; conservation; and institutional uses (including churches, schools and cemeteries).

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Residential lot creation in this area will be mainly by registered plan of subdivision.

Lot creation by consent will be limited to one additional lot per holding as of the date of approval of this Plan providing the severed and retained lots meet a minimum lot standard of 600 feet (180 metres) of frontage and 10 acres (4 hectares) of area.

The design of new lots shall have regard for the characteristics of the particular piece of land being subdivided.

The setbacks established for this area shall be sufficient to provide a natural buffer between the development, including the septic facilities, and the travelled road. Notwithstanding the foregoing, lot creation will also be permitted where: Agricultural areas would not be negatively impacted; The severance consists of a residence surplus to an active farming operation

as a result of farm consolidation in which the residence was an existing use at the date of approval of this Plan;

The severance would qualify as infill between residential lots, where infill is defined as less than 305 metres (1000 feet) between existing residential lots; and

Not more than two additional lots are created per 50 acres of landholdings.

A resort will be operated under on-site central management for profit. Lot frontages along District roadways as required by the District of Muskoka Official Plan shall be adhered to.

7.5 Rural Residential Clusters 7.5.1 Definition

Rural Residential Clusters are generally areas where there is an established cluster of at least six residential dwellings. These clusters front on either Township or District roads.

In preparing these policies existing Rural Residential Clusters were identified and are designated on Schedule F.

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7.5.2 Principles

Clusters of residential development exist in the rural area where there is an opportunity to create a cohesive development node by allowing limited lot creation within the boundaries established for the clusters as shown on Schedule F.

In preparing these policies existing Rural Residential Clusters were identified and designated and are subject to the policies in this Section. More intensive development in the form of Rural Residential Clusters in locations other than those identified as Rural Residential Clusters on Schedule F is not permitted. Council does not anticipate that additional Rural Residential Clusters will be created nor will existing ones be expanded upon.


The following uses may be permitted in Rural Residential Clusters:

Low density, single detached residential uses; including accessory secondary dwelling units;


Limited lot creation will be by consent.

The standard for a new rural residential lot shall be a minimum of 1 hectare (2.5 acres) and 100 metres (325 feet) of frontage.

Setbacks shall be consistent with the general character of the existing development in the designated Rural Residential Cluster.

Lot frontages along District roadways as required by the District of Muskoka Official Plan shall be adhered to.

7.6 Hamlets 7.6.1 Definition

Hamlets consist of a small cluster of residential development with existing commercial and/or institutional uses. At the date of approval of this Plan they included at least eight existing dwellings and were developed at a minimum density of eight dwellings per kilometre of road.

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Four such clusters, Bent River, Ullswater, Windermere Corners and Raymond, have been identified. The general location of these Hamlet areas is shown on Schedule F.

7.6.2 Principles

Council does not anticipate that additional Hamlets will be created nor will existing Hamlet boundaries be expanded. In addition to residential uses, Hamlets also include existing non-residential uses. The recognition of this character shall be acknowledged and encouraged.


The following uses may be permitted in Hamlets:

low density single detached residential uses, including accessory secondary dwelling units;

service and neighbourhood commercial uses; and small scale institutional uses.


Limited lot creation will be by consent.

The standard new lot shall not be less than 0.5 hectare (1.25 acres) and 60 metres (200 feet) of frontage.

Setbacks shall be consistent with the general character of the existing development in the Hamlet.

Development or redevelopment of service or neighbourhood commercial uses are to be in character with the existing Hamlet and at a scale appropriate to the existing development. Lot frontages along District roadways as required by the District of Muskoka Official Plan shall be adhered to.

7.7 Restricted Rural Area 7.7.1 Definition

Lands designated as Restricted Rural generally act as a reserve for future development surrounding Urban Centres, Communities and Hamlet areas.

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7.7.2 Principles

Certain forms of development immediately surrounding Urban Centres, Communities and Hamlets should be severely restricted to: a) create a sense of community as well as reduce the cost of providing hard or

soft municipal services in the future; b) reduce potential land use conflicts that may be associated with the orderly

growth and extension of existing communities into adjacent lands. 7.7.3 Permitted Uses

Uses existing as of the date of adoption of this Plan or for new agricultural uses, open space uses such as golf courses, managed (forestry) uses or extractive industrial uses.


New commercial, industrial or institutional uses shall not be permitted within the Restricted Rural designation except for extractive industrial uses.

No new lot creation is permitted in the Restricted Rural designation.

8 Special Policy Areas

8.1 Identification

There are certain areas in the Rural area where policies, in addition to the General Development policies and the Character Area policies, are required to address a special situation. With the exception of the Rural / Waterfront Interface area which is defined by policy, these special use areas are mapped on Schedule F. Where a Special Policy Area is indicated on Schedule F or in the Waterfront / Rural Interface area, the policies in this Section will be applied in conjunction with, and where there is conflict, will take precedence over, the General Development and Character Area policies.

8.2 Hardy Lake Fringe Area 8.2.1 Definition

Hardy Lake Provincial Park is a large, day use park in the southern part of the Rural area. The area abutting Hardy Lake Provincial Park that has public road access, as is shown on Schedule F, is designated as a Special Policy Area.

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8.2.2 Principles

The Township recognizes the potential for service and tourist commercial development to locate in the area adjacent to Hardy Lake Provincial Park.

The area around the park upon which support services could be developed should be protected for future development.

Development which would be incompatible with the Provincial Park or with the adjacent Deer Lake Complex heritage area will not be allowed.


The following uses will be allowed in the Hardy Lake Fringe area: Single detached residential units; Service commercial uses (e.g. convenience store, outfitters outlet); and tourist commercial uses.


The development standards applicable in the Low Density Development Area will apply in the Special Policy area.

8.3 Rural / Waterfront Interface 8.3.1 The Rural/Waterfront Interface is defined as that portion of the Rural

designation that abuts and is visually congruent with the Waterfront designation. Where land is included in the Rural/Waterfront Interface, these policies shall apply in addition to any other applicable policies in this Plan. Where there is a conflict, the more restrictive policies shall apply.

No residential (such as rural or estate) development shall be permitted in the

Rural/Waterfront Interface at a density greater than or to a lower standard than the standards established for Waterfront backlots.

No resource based commercial or industrial extraction use or activity (such as forestry or aggregate operations) shall be permitted within the Rural/Waterfront Interface without zoning by-law amendment and proper management practices being established as a condition precedent to such amendment by legal agreement or other by-law; and

No other commercial, industrial, or agricultural development shall be permitted.

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8.3.2 Rural lands which abut large tourist commercial developments have potential for development as support facilities for the existing development. Uses incompatible with a tourist commercial operation shall not be permitted on such lands.

8.3.3 Agricultural activities shall not be permitted on lands within 150 metres (500

feet) of a waterbody. 8.4 Heritage Areas 8.4.1 Heritage Areas, as defined by the Natural Heritage Evaluation of Muskoka, can

be identified as areas where natural or man made features which contribute significant historical, geological, biological, archaeological, scenic or other heritage value occur. Certain areas of the Township have been identified as Heritage Areas and are designated as such on Schedule F.

8.4.2 Where Heritage Areas are identified, regard shall be had for their protection in

evaluating development proposals. 8.4.3 Development on lands adjacent to Heritage Areas shall not adversely impact on

the heritage value of the area.

8.5 Scenic Areas 8.5.1 There are numerous scenic vistas throughout the Township which contribute to

the natural character of the Rural area. Certain portions of the Rural area have been designated as Scenic Areas or Scenic Corridors. These designations are shown on Schedule F.

8.5.2 Scenic Areas are specific areas that provide a view of outstanding natural

features of the Township. The predominant use of land in these areas shall be restricted to uses that do not block or detract from the view. Where buildings are constructed in the area they shall be sited, buffered and designed so as to have the least impact or disruption of the visual character of the area. Development in Scenic Areas shall only proceed by zoning amendment.

8.5.3 Scenic Corridors are scenic routes through the Township that add to the

attraction of the area as a tourist destination. Development along these routes shall be situated and setback to minimize the visual impact of the development along the route. Building and structures shall be appropriately designed and situated to blend with the natural environment. Signs, and other visual intrusions such as wires shall be discouraged. Routes designated as Scenic Corridors are shown on Schedule F.

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8.6 Communication Towers 8.6.1 Whenever possible, the sharing of existing towers is encouraged in an effort to

reduce the number of communication towers in the Rural area. 8.6.2 The co-location of new installations on common towers is encouraged. 8.6.3 Towers under 30 metres (100 feet) in height, which do not require lights, will

not require a Public Information meeting.

8.6.4 Towers greater than 30 metres (100 feet) in height require a Public Information meeting to be held prior to the construction of such tower.

8.6.5 Where a Public Information meeting is required, all property owners within a

one kilometre (0.6 mile) radius of the proposed communication tower are to receive written notice in addition to a newspaper notice.

8.6.6 Industry Canada is the approval agency for communication towers.

Representatives are encouraged to also attend Public Information meetings. All Public Information meetings are for information purposes only.

8.6.7 The siting of new communication towers shall consider the following:

Impact on aeronautical navigation; Distance from significant nearby structures or lands uses to:

o Reduce ‘ghosting’ o Reduce distortion of radiation patterns o Prevent malfunction of electronic devices and appliances o Provide long term build out capacity.

Retention of prominent views and vistas; Impact on natural areas including provincially significant wetlands, heritage

areas and significant habitat. 8.6.8 Buffering or screening of communication towers shall be encouraged. Setbacks

from sensitive land uses, such as residential, will be considered. 8.6.9 Advertising on communication towers shall not be permitted.

9 Lake System Health

9.1 The role of natural vegetated shorelines in buffering watercourses from erosion, siltation and nutrient migration adjacent to the sensitive littoral zone is critical to the protection of water quality. Preservation and restoration of shoreline buffers of watercourses in the Rural designation is required. At a minimum, a target of 75% of the frontage along the watercourse of a lot will be maintained

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in a natural state to a target depth of 15 metres from the frontage where new lots are being created and where vacant lots are being developed. Where lots are already developed and further development or redevelopment is proposed, these targets should be achieved to the extent feasible. Where these targets cannot be met, a net improvement over the existing situation is required.

10 Natural Areas

10.1 Coldwater watercourses, as defined by the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), contribute to fish habitat. As such, increased setbacks of 30 metres (100 feet) as defined by the MNR from coldwater streams in the Rural area is recommended.

10.2 Fish and wildlife habitat is recognized as a valuable resource in the Rural area.

Development will be regulated to prevent the destruction or degradation of such habitat. As a guideline to assist in the identification of sensitive areas, Appendix 3 to this Plan, Sensitive Areas, will be referenced. Confirmation to the existence, and extent of the habitat will be done through field analysis in cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources. Further habitat values may be identified in cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources.

10.3 Development and site alteration shall not be permitted in:

a) Significant habitat of endangered species and threatened species; b) Significant wetlands; c) Fish habitat except in accordance with provincial and federal requirements;

and d) Adjacent lands to the natural heritage features identified above unless the

ecological function of the adjacent lands has been evaluated and it has been demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts.

10.4 Development and site alteration shall not be permitted in:

a) Significant areas of natural and scientific interest; b) Significant wildlife habitat, including deer wintering areas; and c) Adjacent lands to the natural heritage features identified above unless it has been demonstrated that there will be no negative impacts on the natural features or their ecological functions.

10.5 Where development and site alteration is permitted in deer wintering areas the

following development standards shall be implements:

a) a minimum lot frontage of 90 metres (300 feet);

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b) where possible, a front yard setback of 30 metres (100 feet) for all habitable space; and,

c) the maintenance of significant conifer vegetation for cover and food. 10.6 Applications for development immediately adjacent to fisheries areas may be

permitted subject to consideration and appropriate utilization of development control techniques such as an implementing zoning by-law, site plan control, and/or subdivision control to ensure the impacts of the development are minimized.

10.7 In areas confirmed by the Township as habitat under Section 10.1, the minimum

lot size shall not be less than 4 hectares (10 acres). 10.8 In habitat areas additional development control techniques may be implemented

through zoning, site plan control, subdivision approval and other agreements. 10.9 Setbacks shall be established along watercourses throughout the Rural area to

preserve natural corridors for the movement of wildlife. 10.10 Setbacks from top of banks of watercourses may be used to protect a

watercourse from the impact of development.

10.11 Where new development is proposed an Environmental Impact Study may be completed, to the satisfaction of the Township, to determine the impact of the development, if any.

10.12 For the purposes of this Section:

Wetland shall mean a single contiguous area in which the lands are seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water, or where the water table is close to, or at the surface. In either case the presence of abundant water has caused the formation of hydric soils and has favoured the dominance of either hydrophytic or water tolerant plants.

Wetland Complex shall mean two or more individual Wetland Areas along with their Adjacent Lands that are related in a functional manner.

Adjacent Lands means those lands within 120 metres (400 feet) of a wetland.

10.13 Provincially significant wetlands and highly significant regional wetlands have

been identified on Schedules A1, A2 and A3. Areas within these designated lands shall not be developed.

10.14 Areas adjacent to provincially significant wetlands and highly significant

regional wetland may be developed subject to an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) demonstrating that there will be no negative impact on the wetlands’ features or functions.

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10.15 Development, within or adjacent to other regional or locally significant

wetlands, identified in Appendix 1, 2, or 3 (outside of Schedules A1, A2 and A3), or as confirmed by site inspection, may be permitted subject to an Environmental Impact Study demonstrating that there will be no negative impact on the wetlands’ features or functions.

11 Areas of Use Limitation 11.1 Areas of Use Limitation are areas with constraints to development that may be

addressed through engineering, and other technical support. The following areas are classified as Areas of Use Limitation:

lands subject to periodic or seasonal flooding that are not subject to the

policies of Section 10.12 of these policies; slopes steeper than 20%; and areas of erosion or slope instability.

Specific land shall be identified by the Township as part of an Area of Use Limitation only after a site inspection by the appropriate authorities. These Areas of Use Limitation are listed in the following appendices:

Appendix 1 Areas of Use Limitation Appendix 2 Areas of Natural Constraint

All major development, including commercial, industrial and institutional development, shall be required to submit an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) as part of the application process, to the satisfaction of the Township. Development of fewer than three lots may, at the discretion of the Township, be required to submit an EIS to the satisfaction of the Township.

11.2 Development and site alteration shall generally not be permitted in a floodway. Such lands shall be zoned, based on available flood elevation data nad regulations, to prohibit new development, except for appropriate shoreline structures.

11.3 Public or private works may be considered on lands prone to flooding where

sufficient technical information is provided in a technical report to the satisfaction of the Township including the following: a) identification of lands prone to flooding; b) confirmation that development is outside the floodway;

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c) confirmation that development can be adequately flood protected; and, d) confirmation that any filling, channelization, or construction would not result

in adverse impacts or significantly impact flows. 11.4 Development restrictions will apply within the regional/regulatory floodline

where this has been identified. 11.5 For steep slopes >20% and <40%, existing vegetation should be substantially

retained on all slope faces. If vegetation cannot be substantially retained, then an Environmental Impact Study (EIS) that addresses specific mitigation measures shall be required by the Township to address the visual and environmental integrity of such lands, among other matters.

11.6 For steep slopes >40%, and Environmental Impact Study (EIS) that addresses

specific mitigation measures shall be required to the satisfaction of the Township. Where required, engineering evaluations must be provided to demonstrate how the constraint will be addressed. A Servicing Report may also be required to demonstrate how the site can be adequately serviced.

11.7 Building setbacks may be established from the margins of Areas of Use

Limitation if, in the opinion of the Township in consultation with the authority having jurisdiction, the extent or severity of the constraint warrants it.

12 Agricultural Land 12.1 The preservation and conservation of the limited agricultural land base in the

Township will be encouraged. The contribution of agricultural lands to the Rural Character of the Township is recognized as important to preserve.

12.2 Definition

Potential Agricultural land has been shown on Appendix 4 to this Plan. Where land has been flagged as having agricultural potential an assessment will be conducted to confirm the agricultural potential, using the criteria listed below:

the Canada Land Inventory Classification; the size of the parcel; the agricultural history of the property; the suitability of the property for agricultural; and the abutting land uses.

12.3 If, following an assessment based on the criteria identified in Section 12.2, a

parcel of land is confirmed as having potential for agriculture, the agricultural

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designation shall be confirmed by the Township and the land shall, subject to the provisions of Section 12.4 be protected for agricultural purposes.

12.4 Alternative uses of agricultural land may be permitted where;

the proposed use of land serves the greater long term interest of the general public; or

long term uses have been previously established. 12.5 On agricultural land the uses shall be limited to agricultural, extractive and

accessory residential uses. 12.6 Plans of subdivision will not be approved on agricultural land. 12.7 Large blocks of agricultural land shall be maintained. 12.8 Subject to all other applicable Official Plan policies, one lot for residential

purposes may be created for each 20 hectares (50 acres) of land held which is designated as agricultural land, provided that the lot created is located on land that has no agricultural potential and in a location where its development will not interfere, or conflict with, an agricultural operation. The size of a lot created under this policy shall not generally exceed 1 hectare (2.5 acres).

12.9 When lots are created on, or adjacent to agricultural land, regard shall be had for

the requirements of the Agricultural Code of Practice. 12.10 Establishment of intensive animal operation shall be subject to the requirements

of the Agricultural Code of Practice.

13 Aggregates-Pit 13.1 Primary and secondary aggregate deposits shall be protected for extraction. 13.2 Appendix 5 to this Plan maps areas of primary and secondary aggregate

deposits. Where development of land mapped as an aggregate resource is proposed a field assessment will be conducted licensed professional retained, and/or authority having jurisdiction consulted to confirm that a primary or secondary resource exists.

13.3 Where is it confirmed under Section 13.2 that a primary or secondary aggregate

resource exists the resource will, subject to Section 13.4, be protected for extraction.

13.4 On lands containing a primary or secondary aggregate resource alternative uses

may be permitted if:

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extraction would not be feasible; the proposed use of land serves a greater long term public interest; the proposed use or development would not preclude future extraction; long term uses have previously been established; and/or issues of public health, public safety and environmental impact are

addressed 13.5 Uses on lands abutting primary and secondary aggregate resources shall be

restricted to prevent conflicts and to prevent sterilization of the resource. 13.6 Development that is proposed adjacent to an existing or potential pit should

assess the long term compatibility of locating adjacent to an existing pit operation. Issues to be addressed should include, but are not limited to:

off-site impacts such as truck traffic, noise, and dust; visual impact; surface drainage; groundwater impacts; location and size of any proposed stock piles.

13.7 Increased setbacks, screening and separations shall be used in areas in close

proximity to aggregate operations and along major haul routes to prevent conflicts.

13.8 Due to the potential environmental impacts peat extraction operations shall

proceed by zoning by-law amendment to address impacts. If it is determined by the Township that adverse impacts would be associated with the operation then the use will not be permitted. Prior to peat extraction proceeding in a wetland, a wetland evaluation shall be undertaken. Where the wetland has been identified as a Provincially Significant Wetland, the extraction of peat will be prohibited.

13.9 A wayside pit or quarry, which is a temporary pit or quarry, not located on a

road right of way which is opened and used by a public authority solely for the purpose of a particular road construction project, shall be permitted throughout the Rural area except in an environmentally sensitive or heritage areas.

13.10 Once a resource has been depleted, it must be rehabilitated and rezoned to a use

satisfactory to the Township.

14 Aggregates-Quarries

14.1 Pit and Quarry operations are governed by the Aggregate Resources Act administered by the Province.

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14.2 Due to the widespread existence of granite outcrops in the Township and the economic viability of crushing this resource into gravel, new rock crushing operations shall be limited to areas:

farther than two kilometres of a boundary of an Urban Centre; and farther than two kilometres from the Waterfront designation.

14.3 Such quarrying operations shall have enhanced buffers from neighbouring uses. 14.4 Any aggregate operation that primarily extracts resources for use as residential

dimensional stone shall be subject to site plan control. 14.5 Once a resource has been depleted, it must be rehabilitated and rezoned to a use

satisfactory to the Township of Muskoka Lakes.

14.6 The siting of a new Aggregate Pit is subject to all requirements of the Aggregate Resources Act, and locational criteria as outlined below.

14.7 The siting of an Aggregate Pit should be based on the following criteria, in

addition to all requirements of the Aggregate Resources Act:

Proximity of site to waterfront; Proximity of site to adjacent conflicting land uses; Site is of a suitable size to contain all components of the facility; Site is located on an arterial or major collector road capable of handling the

increased traffic and haul loads; Site is in close proximity to a provincial highway; Topography of the site is conducive to an aggregate facility; Site can be adequately buffered on all sides from adjoining lands; Proximity of site to sensitive environmental features. If within 30 metres

(100 feet) an Environmental Impact Study is required.

14.8 Development that is proposed adjacent to an existing or potential quarry should assess the long term compatibility of locating adjacent to an existing or potential quarry operation. Issues to be addressed should include, but are not limited to:

Off-site impacts such as truck traffic, noise, and dust; Visual impact; Surface drainage; Groundwater impacts; Location and size of any proposed stock piles.

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15 Rural Commercial/Industrial Areas 15.1 The Rural Commercial/Industrial Areas are intended to provide an alternative

location for specific industrial and/or commercial uses in close proximity to the Urban Areas of Port Carling and Bala and are intended to concentrate these uses in particular areas of the Township. Such uses, due to their nature, are not appropriate in the Urban Area or would result in an underutilization of urban infrastructure.

15.2 The Township recognizes the difficulty in locating certain required commercial

/ industrial uses such as contractor’s yards. 15.3 Such areas designated as Rural Commercial/Industrial on Eveleigh Road are

illustrated on Schedule K1 of this Plan. Such areas designated Rural Commercial on District Road 169 are illustrated on Schedule K2.

15.4 Permitted Uses include:

Land extensive commercial uses (e.g. garden centers); Light industrial uses (e.g. contractor’s yards, marina, small scale

manufacturing); Warehousing; and, Accessory uses (e.g. retail, dwelling); that are low density and space extensive, are appropriate in the Rural area due to size requirements and/or use, do not require municipal services, are low water using and low effluent producing, and are compatible with the uses and character of the surrounding area.

15.5 Despite the foregoing list of permitted uses, light industrial uses will not be

permitted in the Rural Commercial Area on District Road 169. 15.6 To maintain the rural character, vegetation along the front of a lot (abutting the

road) shall be preserved. In addition, vegetation along lot lines shall be preserved as much as possible.

15.7 Open storage areas shall be screened from the road. 15.8 Lots shall be large in size to accommodate the proposed use and provide

adequate separation. 15.9 It is anticipated that small scale commercial or industrial uses that do not require

urban services, are appropriate in the Rural area due to their size and/or use, and that are compatible with surrounding uses, will be permitted interspersed throughout the Rural designation.

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16 Marinas

16.1 Dryland marinas shall be permitted in the Rural area. 16.2 Such marinas shall be primarily for boat storage. Servicing of boats shall also

be permitted. 16.3 The minimum lot size shall be:

Lot Frontage: 91 metres (300 feet) Lot Area: 2 hectares (5 acres)

16.4 Dryland marinas shall front onto a year round publicly maintained road. 16.5 All open storage and storage buildings shall be located a minimum of 30 metres

(100 feet) from the road. A vegetative buffer shall be maintained to screen such storage and retain the rural character of the road.

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RAMARA Memo

TO: Council

FROM: John Pinsent, CAO

DATE: July22, 2019

SUBJECT: Veltri Subdivision — Draft Plan Extension

The original application for draft plan approval application was submitted April 1 5, 2008

. Draft Plan approval granted July 22, 2009 for Phase I (3 years) — July 22, 2012

. Extension — July 22, 2012 — July 22, 2014 (2 years)

. Extension — July 22, 2014 — July 22, 2015 (1 year)

. Extension — July 22, 2015 — July 22, 2016 (1 year)

. Extension — July 22, 201 6 — July 22, 201 9 (3 years)

. The subdivision is to be a four phase development, with Phase I consisting of 95units and total units upon completion of the 4 phases of 431 units. There are 24draft plan conditions that must be fulfilled and as of yet, not one of them hasbeen completed and signed off. There are also I 0 clearances that must becompleted prior to the draft plan being granted final approval, including clearanceletters from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, Ministry of Culture,Ministry of Transportation, and School Boards.

. The Township has received no further engineering submissions since the lastdraft plan extension in 2016

. The Township has received no further application fees since the first submissionin 2008

If the draft plan approval is not extended, the draft plan will lapse. The property will thenbe a vacant property zoned for residential uses. If sold to new developer:

. Development could be more dense as per the minimum density target noted inthe County of Simcoe Official Plan

> 32 residents and jobs/ha.

P.O. Box 130 • Brechin, ON LOK ISO • 705-484-5374 • www.ramara.ca

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Minimum intensification targets identified in the County OP must be 20% -

20% of all residential development shall be focused in Brechin andLagoon City Settlement Areas due to the areas being servicedIncreased density would result in more homes — more taxesMore homes on the municipal sewer and water system — moreinfrastructure dollars to the Township through water and sewer costs

If the draft plan approval is granted an extension for the six month time framesuggested, the developer will be encouraged to meet the draft plan conditions andclearances as a time frame has now been established to see action. If the developer ismaking a conscious effort to work on the draft plan conditions and fulfill allrequirements, an additional draft plan extension could be granted prior to the six monthtime frame lapsing.

Other items to consider:

. Draft plan approval could be transferred to a new owner and an additionalextension granted prior to the 6 month time frame lapsing

. Draft plan could be amended to increase density within the 6 month time frame

. All studies completed to date could be utilized by a new developer to continuethe process all ready started

. Time lines could be put on each individual or a group of conditions to becompleted by a certain date — no further extensions considered if targets aren’tmet

. The Township could request additional development charges or fees to cover thedeficit incurred due to the lack of development on the property which wasincluded in the last extension.

I would like to recommend the following requirements be completed during the 6 monthtime frame in order to consider a further extension.

I . As you know, there are 24 conditions and I 2 clearances that must be completedin order to bring the plan to final approval. I would like to recommend that werequire the following 5 conditions be completed prior to the end of the 6 monthperiod:

. Archeological study

. Bell Canada clearance

. Hydro One clearance

. Union Gas clearance

. Canada Post clearance

The archeological study should have been completed by now, but as this should not bea huge endeavor, I don’t see why this can not be completed in 6 months.

2. Engineering submission — I would like to recommend that we receive the secondengineering submission prior to the 6 month time frame ending.

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Financial Impact

. The Brechin sewer project was taken on n 2008 in order to services the Veltrisubdivision. A loan was taken on to complete the work and each year thepayments of the loan are recorded in a separate department in order toaccumulate the total deficit of the project.

. The loan was to be paid off using development charges from the development ofthe lots in the Veltri subdivision

. To date only $300,000 of development charges have been collected and paidtoward the total debt/deficit of the Brechin sewer project. Of the $300,000 ofdevelopment charges $166,239 was received related to the Veltri subdivision

. Roughly $300,000 a year would be required in development charges in ordertocover the principal and interest payments on the Brechin sewer loan

. Brechin and Lagoon development charges are I 7,790.28

. $300,000 a year would be equal to roughly I 7 lots per year being developed

. The total loan was for $4.08 M — To recoup these costs roughly 225 lots wouldhave to be developed in total

Conclusion

There is no impact on water rates to other residents of the Township as a result of thisinvestment in infrastructure. The $300K annual expenditure for principal and interestreduces the money to be allocated for other general expenditures. The priority of theTownship should be on the continued effort to encourage development to defray thecost of this expansion.

Furthermore, the 6 months timeline for Veltri is to encourage tangible results while notjeopardising any momentum they may gain over the 6 month period allotted.

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Committee of the Whole

Report 18/19

Monday, July 15, 2019 - 9:30 AM

Council Chamber, Ramara Administration Centre

The Committee of the Whole meeting of the Township of Ramara was called to order on Monday, July 15, 2019, at 9:30 AM, in the Council Chamber, with the following members present:

PRESENT: Deputy Mayor John O'Donnell






Chief Administrative Officer John Pinsent


Deputy Clerk Cathy Wainman

Senior Operator Nick Leroux

Municipal Works Manager Kathy Sipos

Chief Building Official Dave Wellman

Planning Supervisor/Zoning Administrator Deb McCabe

Township Planner Heather Saddler

ABSENT: Mayor Basil Clarke

SECTION “A”


Committee of the Whole met at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers and recommends the following to Council.


3. DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS 3.1. Deputy Mayor O'Donnell presented Years of Service Awards as follows:

• 10 Years - Ken Duffy(Absent), Kyle Readman (Absent), Kathy-Jo Sipos and John Olsthoorn

• 15 Years - Tony Stong (Absent)

• 20 Years - Cathy Wainman and Jennifer Connor

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4. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – COUNCILLOR GOUGH, LIAISON

4.4. Discretionary Septic Reinspection Program

CW.264.19

THAT we receive Report BP-35-19 for information and discussion. 4.1. EcoVue Report 19-1677-01 regarding Bill 108, More Homes, More Choices

Act, 2019.

CW.265.19

THAT we receive EcoVue Report 19-1677-01 regarding Bill 108, More Homes, More Choices Act, 2019 as information.

4.3. EcoVue Land Use Planning Study regarding the impacts of Short Term Rental Accommodation Units.

CW.266.19

THAT we receive the land use planning study to examine the impacts of Short Term Rental Accommodation Units prepared by EcoVue Consulting dated July 17, 2019;

AND THAT the licensing bylaw be amended to add the requirement to licence short term rentals;

AND THAT the licence requirements address noise, garbage & property maintenance, parking, traffic, tenant safety, illegal activity and tourism impact as detailed in the land use planning study.

AND THAT the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw be amended to include provisions to regulate STRs with respect to establishment, parking, occupancy and fencing;

AND THAT we institute a Municipal Accommodation Tax to ensure that STRs contribute to road maintenance, enforcement requirements and other services that may be increased due to the additional traffic, cars, and use of the municipality.

AND THAT staff present a framework in 30 days. 4.5. Planning Supervisor/Zoning Administrator member dated July 15, 2019

regarding Zoning Bylaw Amendment Z-2/19 at 7816 Grist Mill Road.

CW.267.19

THAT we receive the memo from the Planning Supervisor/Zoning Administrator dated July 15, 2019;

AND THAT a public meeting be scheduled for August 26, 2019 for Zoning Bylaw Amendment File Z-2/19.

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4.6. Planning Supervisor memo dated July 15, 2019 regarding Rogers Communication Tower at 3701 Portage Bay Road.

CW.268.19

THAT we receive the memo from the Planning Supervisor dated July 15, 2019 regarding the proposed Rogers Communication Tower at 3701 Portage Bay Road;

AND THAT we receive the information from Forbes Bros Telecommunication and Construction as information.

Questions from Media & Public regarding items pertaining to Planning & Development Services with the exception of Planning Applications

Kevin Lalonde asked for a clear answer on why you cannot just ban short term rentals.

Corrine Ingall asked when the 30 day timeline starts for the framework of short term rentals to be presented.

Enzo Narduzi asked where he can find more information on short term rentals and bed & breakfasts.

Buddy Bower asked how much longer residents will have to wait for something to be done regarding short term rentals.

Wendy Brown asked how we are going to ensure that the rental properties are adequately insured and why the short term rental information that the Township has is confidential.

Janet Johnson questioned the drainage issues that Veltri confirmed were resolved but the neighbouring property owner claimed they have not been resolved.

Kathy Kerr asked how the residents are responsible for sewer costs of a developer?

Murray Brown asked how he managed to get a cease and desist order for a short term rental that he does not operate? He also asked how we prove the validity of a complaint before it is acted on?

Suzanne Hazlett, a realtor asked why the short term rental information that the Township has on file is not disclosed?

Dana Tuju asked that Council move forward with Councillor Snutch's proposal regarding the Folwer Quarry.

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Pat Radonichich asked what the difference is between the OMB and LPAT and if there was a timeline of when the new Official Plan will be available in draft for review.

7. ADMINISTRATION/FINANCE/PERSONNEL – COUNCILLOR JOHNSON, LIAISON

7.1. Regulating Short Term Rentals

CW.269.19

THAT staff prepare a draft Schedule to licensing bylaw 2013.20 regulating Short Term Rentals;

AND THAT we thank the Ad Hoc Short Term Rental Committee and sub committee for their hard work and tenacity in assisting in the research and preparation of criteria regulating Short terms rentals in the Township.

7.2. Long Term Initiatives

CW.270.19

THAT we discussed the Long Term Initiatives of Council.

AND THAT we amend the Long Term Initiatives listed on the Council Agenda to remove Municipally Owned Quarry on Concession Road D-E and to include CN Rail issues in Brechin.

Questions from Media & Public regarding items pertaining to Administration/Finance/Personnel

Corrine Ingall asked that the CN Rail be included in the Long Term Initiatives.

Dave Ellis asked why is it when you call CN about problems they tell you to call the O.P.P.

Jim Ingall asked if the Veltri sewage system is locked into the Brechin sewer system.

5. PROTECTIVE SERVICES – COUNCILLOR SNUTCH, LIAISON 5.1. Request for 8' Closed Fence - 1638 Ramara Road 51

CW.271.19

THAT we exempt 1638 Ramara Road 51 from Fence Bylaw 2012.90 to allow an 8 foot high closed fence along the westerly boundary (along Highway 12) of the property for approximately 300 feet;

AND THAT the fence is constructed in a manner to ensure protection from wind and elements or the breaking of any boards free and blowing onto Highway 12 or adjacent properties;

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AND THAT the property owner ensure there are no site line implications for traffic on Highway 12 or traffic entering or exiting onto Highway 12 or Ramara Road 51.

AND THAT the property owner satisfy himself with respect to any requirements of the Ministry of Transportation.

Questions from Media & Public regarding items pertaining to Protective Services

Marg Sharpe questioned that Item 5.1 should be an exemption or an amendment from/to the Fence Bylaw.

6. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES – COUNCILLOR HETHERINGTON, LIAISON

6.1. Concession Road 11 Speed Limit Reduction Request.

CW.272.19

THAT report WD-28-2019 be received;

AND THAT schedule A of Bylaw 2013.43 be amended to include extending the 60 km/hour zone easterly 100 meters east of 4203 Concession Road 11;

AND THAT we post "Watch for Children" signs. 6.2. Brechin Community Centre Board email dated June 4, 2019 regarding

relocation of garbage containers to the Lagoon City Public Beach.

CW.273.19

THAT we receive the email correspondence from the Brechin Community Centre Board dated June 4, 2019 as information.

AND THAT we relocate the two garbage containers from the mailbar to the public beach lot.

6.3. Township policy regarding the maintenance of natural shorelines.

CW.274.19

THAT we discussed the Township policy regarding erosion control measures along the natural shoreline of rivers and lakes.

AND THAT we cut down the two dead trees at the Atherley Park.

6.4. Highway 12/County Road 169 Roundabout Design Details

CW.275.19

THAT we request a deputation with Morrison Hershfield regarding the Design Details for the proposed roundabout at Highway 12 and Simcoe Road 169.

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Questions from Media & Public regarding items pertaining to Transportation Services.

Jim Ingall asked why we do not purchase all the same vehicles so they can be interchanged between departments.

8. CULTURE & RECREATION SERVICES – COUNCILLOR LAMB, LIAISON

9. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – DEPUTY MAYOR O'DONNELL, LIAISON

10. CLOSED SESSION CW.278.19

THAT we went into Closed Session at 1:05 p.m. in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act to discuss three (3) personal matters.

CW.279.19

THAT we rise and report from Closed Session at 1:27 p.m. 10.1. Appointment to Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission

CW.280.19

THAT Committee of the Whole receive confidential Report CD-19-19 regarding Appointment to the Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission;

AND THAT we appoint Rob Para to the Commission for a three year term ending June 30, 2022.

10.2. Appointments to Boards and Committees

CW.281.19

THAT Council receive confidential Report CD-20-19 regarding Appointments to Boards and Committees;

AND THAT the following individuals be appointed for a term ending November 14, 2022:

• Jayne Curtis and Les Davy to the Longford Community Centre Board

• Roddy McLernon, Theresa Nolan, and Margaret Sharpe to the Ramara Community Policing Committee

• Tabbi Simcoe to the Ramara Youth Action Council 10.3. Freedom of Information Request

CW.282.19

THAT we receive the email regarding a Freedom of Information request.


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SECTION "B" 4.2. EcoVue Report regarding Veltri Draft Plan of Subdivision.

CW.283.19

THAT we receive the report dated July 9, 2019 from EcoVue Consulting Services regarding the request for the extension of the Conditions of Draft Plan Approval for Subdivision File No. RA-T08-01 (Veltri).

AND THAT we approve an extension of the Conditions of Draft Plan Approval by a period of 6 months to provide additional time for the applicant to fulfill conditions.

SECTION "C" CW.284.19

THAT the vote regarding the Fowler Quarry Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments take place at the next Council meeting on July 22, 2019.

SECTION "D"

6.5. Township of Ramara Small Vehicle Fleet Report - 2019

CW.276.19

THAT report WD-30-19 be received;

AND THAT the Contract Administrator be authorized to tender for three 4 x 4 half ton pick up trucks (1 for Fire and 2 for Environmental);

AND THAT truck #57 be reassigned from Building to K9/Bylaw;

AND THAT truck #36 and #51 be declared surplus and disposed of immediately;

AND THAT a complete Fleet Strategy be presented in 2020.

11. ADJOURNMENT CW.285.19

THAT we adjourned at 1:29 p.m.

CARRIED.

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Community Policing Committee Minutes

Wednesday, June 12, 2019 - 5:30 PM

Council Chamber, Ramara Administration Centre

The Community Policing Committee of the Township of Ramara was called to order on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at 5:30 PM, in the Council Chamber, Ramara Administration Centre, with the following members present:

PRESENT: Committee Chair Patricia Radonicich

Committee Member Jim Ingall

Committee Member Robert Kay

Committee Member Claire Langfield

Committee Member Colleen McKee



ABSENT: Committee Member Stephen Goulter

ALSO PRESENT: O.P.P. Liaison Sergeant Marcus Lee

Administration Jenn Thompson

Council Committee Coordinator Nicole Brittain

CAO John Pinsent

Inspector Veronica Eaton

Policing Bureau Linda Davis

1. OPENING OF THE MEETING 1.1. Meeting called to order at 5:33 p.m. by Pat Radonichich, Chair

2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 2.1. Adopt Agenda

CP.11.19

Moved by Claire Langfield

Seconded by Jim Ingall

THAT we adopt the agenda for the June 12, 2019 Ramara Policing Committee Meeting.

CARRIED.


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4. DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS 4.1. Inspector Eaton and Linda Davis Discussion regarding Committee Concerns.

Inspector Veronica Eaton and Linda Davis discussed concerns brought forward by the Short Term Rental Committee. Discussion included information regarding Section 5.1 contract versus section 10 contract, the possibility of enhanced police presence and the cost associated with it and by-laws versus laws that are enforceable by police.

There was concensus of the Committee to allow audience questions at this time.

Corrine Ingall asked:

• What would be the frequency of information coming back to by-law enforcement?

• activity higher in lagoon city. Is there a plan for more presence in lagoon city?

Ron Shipp asked:

• kawartha lakes, the O.P.P. lets the town know the STR complaints so the town can fine the property.

• if there is a cost to go along with that call. We wanted to assess that cost and take it to the owner. What is the OPP’s cost to attend.

CP.12.19


Seconded by Colleen McKee

THAT we receive the discussion with Inspector Eaton and Linda Davis as information.

CARRIED. 2019-06-12 - OPP Handout - Section 5.1 versus Section 10

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5. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 5.1. Minutes of the meeting dated Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

CP.13.19

Moved by Jim Ingall


THAT the Ramara Community Policing Committee meeting minutes dated Wednesday, May 8, 2019 be adopted as presented.

CARRIED.

6. ACCOUNTS & BUDGETS 6.1. Budget to actual statement - May 2019.

CP.14.19


Seconded by Jim Ingall

THAT we receive Budget to actual statement - May 2019 as Information.

CARRIED.

7. ITEMS OF INFORMATION 7.1. Email from Shirlene McKay regarding stop sign at Poplar and Laguna Avenue.

CP.15.19

Moved by Jim Ingall


THAT we receive the email from Shirlene McKay regarding the stop sign at Poplar and Laguna Avenue as information;

AND THAT Shirlene McKay be advised that her information has been passed onto the O.P.P. Liaison.

CARRIED.

8. REPORTS

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9. UNFINISHED OR NEW BUSINESS 9.1. CAO John Pinsent advised he would investigate a O.P.P. Section 5.1 contract

versus a Section 10 contract with the O.P.P. including the costs associated and enhanced constable services. Chair Pat Radonichich asked the Committee to consider what this committee has done in the past and what the current and future goals of the committee should be. Chair Pat Radonichich would like to discuss at the next meeting how to inform residents on how to make complaints to the Township. Township wide noise by-law.

CP.16.19


Seconded by Robert Kay

THAT, further to the comments made at the June 12, 2019 RCPC meeting by Inspector Veronica Eaton, Council be advised that this Committee supports a Township wide noise bylaw.

CARRIED.

10. ADJOURNMENT 10.1. Meeting was adjourned at 6:56 p.m.

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--Following up on the “large map” of Ramara Trails(2.5 x 4’) suggestion from last meeting: Josh advised

there is a plotter in the township office, he would require a PDF file of a map, can be printed in large

size, could then be laminated or Jack offered to make a frame for it. The subcommittee will follow up on

this.

i:.. --Ramara trails news could be added to Ramara Public Library’s weekly e-newsletter

--Stephanie will look at Ramara website and see how we can add material to it

Facebook: There are no restrictions on posting to the Ramara Facebook page. Other options are to

have a Trails Committee Facebook page or to post to the Ramara website. Stephanie has offered to look

into this. Photos of the trail(s) are a great way for Committee members to contribute. Photos to be

texted or emailed to Stephanie for her to approve.

C. LSRCA permit The application has been filed. Taylor Stevenson, our contact at LSRCA is supportive,

arranged to reduce the lee from $3000 to $1000. The permit includes all the trail from Laguna Parkway

to the start of the rail bed just north of the sewage plant.

D. Building south access to Lagoon City trail In 2019 we plan to complete brushing on a portion of trail

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and building and installing bridge. A brushing work bee is set for June 26 at 9:00 am, meeting at the trail.t head, with Larry, Artena and husband Randy, Paul, Jack Bob and Annalynn planning to come. Larry will

also ask if George and Cliff from the last bee will attend. Bring chain saws, clippers, water, gloves and. bug spray. The plan is to have lunch at the Lily Pad.

E. 2nd Bridge on Lagoon City south access

Larry has arranged to buy the 22 foot truck bed from a logging truck. A welder has approved it and will

extend the width by 2’ on each side to 12’ and build the sides. Estimated cost is $700 for materials, $800

wages. The total bridge cost will be about $5000.

An excavator will likely be used to remove the bridge from the trailer, to install the bridge and to install

the culvert at the NE corner ofthe marina. This to be done all at the same time gravel is laid on the trail

by the sewage plant. Jack’s neighbour contractor who has excavator may be able to assist, Jack or Larry

will contact him. The plan is to install the bridge on the top ofthe banks, with 5’ ramps to be added

later. Issue to be resolved is where the bridge is to be stored until then. Bridge may be installed once the

LSRCA permit is issued. Larry and Paul will work together to do the spec’s to get the quotes.

Discussion as to whether the top of bridge should be wood, to be added, or left as steel. Steel may be

slippery, but could be sprayed with Linex or grit for boat decks to fix that problem. Jack will look into: using a non-slippery spray for a steel bed. OR 2” hardwood may be used; Josh advised it lasts 10 years,

he will give Larry the name of his source.

4. LONG TERM OBJECTIVES 2019

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Trail to Washago: The trail running north from the boundary road to the Casino is township property.

Discussion as to possible routes to go around the Casino, to go west to Rama Rd and go along the

sidewalk (Paul).

5. CORRESPONDENCE

Larry forwarded an email from David Hawke regarding the rookery, also from the Ministry of Natural

Resources. Larry will meet with a representative of the Ministry, Graham Findlay, to get more

clarification.

A large attractive sign for the Trans Canada Trail is available if we want it. We do; Annalynn has

contacted the owner and will pick it up.

6. GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

We learned yesterday that the New Horizons for Seniors program put out a new call for grant

applications. This federal program “supports projects designed by and for seniors who make a

difference in the lives of others and their communities.” The deadline is June 21 at 2:59 p.m. [The

application for the $25000 grant was completed andfiled at 1:40 pm June 21 byJanet, Larry and Bob,

attested to by Josh, with 2 letters ofsupportfrom the president and a director of Lagoon City Community

Association and a letterfrom John Pinsent CAO ofRamara.]We will hear in early 2020.

Kris Puhvel (705-325-9321) is the contact person for Lake Country matching grant. We can apply when

we get the municipal grant.

Annalynn mentioned the Trans Canada Trail(TCT) Capital Improvement Projects(CIP): A call for proposals

for new CIP projects will be opening around the 1st week of August. Michael Twigg, Trail Project Officer

for the TCT will send further info to Annalynn when it is available.

7. Ta GRANT UPDATE

Paul and Annalynn advised that the TCT grant of $1000 for spring clean up was received, to be used for

screenings to improve one section by Rama Road.

8. HIGHWAY 12 CYCLING ROUTE AT ATHERLEY Ellen Bennett MTO is working on this. The Hwy 12 bike

lane from Atherley will be discontinued. Cyclists will cross at Creighton, will be directed up Creighton to

the cul de sac to Rama Rd. [Josh advised the cul de sac belonged to the Municipality of Ontario,

predecessor to Ramara, may now be owned by MTO] Dawn Strifler, MTO contact working on secondary

roads will not help us. Larry will contact Michael Twiggs of TCT.

10. NATHAN MCLACHAN of Talisker will pay for the beaver dam issue. We discussed the trail route on

the rail bed emerging at County Road 47.

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Gates for trails: Annalynn will follow up with Severn Township re gates on trails to exclude cars/trucks

from the trails. [Seefollowup June 21 emallfrom Annalynn with photos and costs.] Paul advised the

gates on the City of Orillia Trail cost $1000 plus delivery and installation per opening. Drakes on Highway

12 mentioned as a possible fabricator.

The meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m.

The next meeting will be at 10:00 a.m. Wed. July 31 at Annalynn’s home.

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Jennifer Connor

Subject: FW: Bluebird Parking

From: Kathy Sipos <KSipos@ramaraca>Subject: RE: Bluebird Parking

I submitted budget that included $40,000 for Glenrest boat launch and $40,000 for Bluebirdengineering (to raise road).

Budget Committee minutes read CW.129.19

THAT we move $40,000 from the Glenrest boat launch and dedicate it towards a paid parking areaon Bluebird Street.

When final budget came out I had $40,000 for Bluebird engineering and $40,000 “To reserve forBluebird”.

Technically I believe to spend it I need a resolution to take it back out of reserve.

Also clarification as to what kind of paid parking, where and to accommodate how many vehicels/boattrailors.

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Jennifer Connor

From: John ODonnellSent: July 19, 2019 8:44 AMTo: Jennifer ConnorSubject: Fwd: Orillia MAT. and Ontario’s Lake Country

Can this be put on meeting Monday night along with e-mail from OLC ExecutiveJohn ODSent from my Pad

Begin forwarded message:

From: Robert Furlonger <ro be rtframaf rstnation.ca>Date: July 18, 2019 at 2:31:58 PM EDTTo: John ODonnell <JO Donnell@ na ra .c i udith Cox (jcox@townsh ipofsevern corn)’<jc.ox @townshipofseve...rn.com>, “Donna Hewitt’ (d hew itt@ oro-medonte ca )“ <dhewittprornedonte.ca> “jwh it ley@oro-rned on e.ça.” <jwhitley@ oro-rned.0 nte.ca>Cc: “exec1tiye.@ pnr.io.. s;ec untrycom” <exe Cu 1:[email protected]>Subject: Orillia M.A.T. and Ontario’s Lake Country

I am reaching out to the municipal representatives on the OLC board to have a discussion with yourMayors and council regarding the request by the City of Orillia to amend the name of OLC to become, asan example, “Orillia and Lake Country Tourism”, as a result of the City of Orillia utilizing OLC as thetourism organization that would receive the 50% of the MAT. that the accommodators in Orillia wouldgenerate (approx.. $200,000/yr). In looking at this request we asked the OLC staff to look into thesuccess and use of the search words “Orillia” vs “Lake Country” when inquiring about our region. Thestaff produced a report that indicated that travelers use the word “Orillia” ten times more often thanLake Country when looking for things to do in our region on the OLC site resulting in more than lOx thevisits to our website. When we completed the branding exercise years ago regarding whether to useOrillia in the brand name the data showed that more people recognized Orillia for geographicreasons but felt Lake Country better represented what the region stood for and had to offer fortourists.

I would like to ask that you discuss this request for a name change with your respective mayors andcouncilors by the end ofJuly 2019 so that we may give the City of Orillia a response so that they canbegin to plan for the implementation and spending of this new tax for 2020. If it is agreed by the boardthat the name will change this process would take some time as we transition from the currentbranding.

Let me know ifthis can be accommodated and if not by the end ofiuly/19 could you please let me knowa date when you feel you could address this with a response.

lfyou have any questions please let me know,

Thanks,

RobChair, Ontario’s Lake Country

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Robert FurlongerGeneral Manager of Business Operations, Economic Development

Chippewas of Rama First NationS (ph) 705-325-3611,1562

(cell) 705-238-2225(fax) 705-325-0879(un) wwwramafirstnatonca

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Jennifer Connor

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From: OLC Executive <[email protected]>Date: July 18, 2019 at 1:06:47 PM EDTTo: John ODonnell <JODo [email protected]>Subject: OLC Branding

Hi John,

Hope this finds you well and enjoying this beautiful summer weather. As a follow-up to our boardmeeting and the following motion: “The Board of Director of Ontario’s Lake Country supports going toits municipal funding partners to discuss enhancement of Orillia as a geographic point”, could youreport back to council and see what the feeling is about a possible name change for OLC thatincorporates greater prominence for Orillia. Again, this is something that can be phased in 2020 or 2021based on what would be the most effective brand name. The attached report does provide somerationale to provide a geographic anchor to our brand name. We are hoping that you can report back tothe board by the end of July. I am happy to answer any questions.

Regards,Kris

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BILL NO. 2019.47

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RAMARA

BYLAW NO. 2019.58

BEING A BYLAW TO APPOINT A DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/TREASURER AND TO REPEAL BYLAW 2016.09

WHEREAS Section 286 (1) of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 2001,(the Act) provides that a municipality shall appoint a treasurer who is responsible for handling all of the financial affairs of the municipality on behalf of and in the manner directed by the council of the municipality, including,

(a) collecting money payable to the municipality and issuing receipts for those payments;

(b) depositing all money received on behalf of the municipality in a financial institution designated by the municipality;

(c) paying all debts of the municipality and other expenditures authorized by the municipality;

(d) maintaining accurate records and accounts of the financial affairs of the municipality;

(e) providing the council with such information with respect to the financial affairs of the municipality as it requires or requests;

(f) ensuring investments of the municipality are made in compliance with the regulations made under section 418. 2001, c. 25, s. 286 (1).

AND WHEREAS Council of the Corporation of the Township of Ramara is desirous of appointing a Director of Finance/Treasurer; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Ramara enacts as follows:

1. THAT Zachary Drinkwalter is hereby appointed Director of Finance/Treasurer for the Corporation of the Township of Ramara;

2. THAT Bylaw 2016.09 is hereby repealed; 3. THAT this Bylaw shall come into force and take effect on the day of

passing.

BYLAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 22ND DAY OF JULY, 2019.

____________________________ BASIL CLARKE, MAYOR

____________________________

JENNIFER E. CONNOR, CLERK

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BILL 2019.48


BYLAW NUMBER 2019.59

A BYLAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF THE BAYVIEW DRIVE WATERMAIN CONTRACT

WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, Section 9 as amended, provides that a municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person for the purpose of exercising its authority under this or any other Act. AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Ramara (the “Township”) wishes to enter into a contract with K.J. Excavating Inc. for the installation of 470 m of watermain along Bayview Drive. NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Ramara enacts as follows:

1. THAT the Mayor and Clerk are authorized to execute the contract with K.J. Excavating for the installation of 470 m of watermain along Bayview Drive.

2. THAT the agreement is substantially in the form attached hereto as Schedule “A” and forms a part of this bylaw.

3. THAT this bylaw shall come into force and take effect on the date of passing.

BYLAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 2019.

________________________ BASIL CLARKE, MAYOR

__________________________ JENNIFER CONNOR, CLERK

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BILL 2019.49


BYLAW NUMBER 2019.60

A BYLAW TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENTBETWEEN THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF RAMARA

AND SITECOM SERVICES LIMITED

WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001 , Section 9 as amended, provides that amunicipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person forthe purpose of exercising its authority under this or any other Act.

AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Ramara (the “Township”)wishes to enter into an Agreement with Sitecom Services Limited for theinstallation of a communication tower at 2612 Concession Rd. D-E.

NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the Township ofRamara enacts as follows:

I . THAT the Mayor and Clerk are authorized to execute the Agreement withSitecom Services Limited for the installation of a communication tower at2612 Concession Rd. D-E.

2. THAT the agreement is substantially in the form attached hereto asSchedule “A” and forms a part of this bylaw.

3. THAT this bylaw shall come into force and take effect on the date ofpassing.

BYLAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLYPASSED THIS 22ND DAY OF JUNE 2019.

BASIL CLARKE, MAYOR

JENNIFER CONNOR, CLERK

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THIS AGREEMENT made as of the day of , 2019.

B ETW E E N:

SITECOM SERVICES LIMITED

hereinafter referred to as “Sitecom11;

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Hereinafter referred to as “the Township”

WHEREAS The Corporation of the Township of Ramara owns land at the 2612Concession D-E and requires a communications tower at that site which is moreparticularly described in Schedule “A” as attached hereto;

AND WHEREAS Sitecom is in the business of communication tower site construction andmanagement;

AND WHEREAS Sitecom agrees to construct and maintain a communications tower onthe terms as set out herein;

NOW THEREFORE WITNESSETH that in consideration of the mutual promises andcovenants herein contained and other good and valuable consideration, receipt andsufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows:

1. SERVICES PROVIDED BYSITECOM

1.1 Sitecom will provide at its cost, the labour, services, materials and equipmentrequired to construct a 240-foot communications tower and a building to housecommunications equipment at the following location:

RAMARA HWY 169 SITE (hereinafter referred to as “Ramara 169 Site”)

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The design and location of this site will be determined at a pre-construction sitevisit. An Appendix documenting the exact size and location ofthe site will be addedto the Agreement and marked as Schedule “B” once completed. The site will beutilized in its “as is” condition unless items Are discovered at the pre-constructionmeeting.

I .2 Sitecom will provide continuing site management and tower maintenance for theRamara I 69 Site during the term of the agreement. Such management will includeall site inquiries from third parties interested in leasing tower space. Sitecom willkeep the site atAll times free of liens, including construction liens.

I .3 Sitecom will, at all times during the term of this Agreement, ensure that theCommunications tower and related equipment operates properly and will correctany intereference problems caused by defective or malfunctioning equipmentimmediately upon notification by the Township and/or its representatives.

2. SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OFRAMARA

2.1 The Township will provide the land for the tower site being those lands asdescribed in Schedule “A” attached hereto.

2.2 The Township will provide the hydro feed to the building site.

2.3 The Township will pay fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) to Sitecom to be usedtowards the cost of installing the tower. This payment is to be made aftercompletion of the site, including installation of the tower and equipment building.

3. TERM

3. 1 The agreement will be for an initial ten (1 0) year term. There will be two (2) optionsto renew each for a five (5) year period. If Sitecom or The Township does notnotify the other party, in writing, of its intention not to renew for a further five (5)year term within ninety (90) days of the end of the current term, the agreement willbe extended automatically for a further five (5) year term. The same renewalmechanism applies for the second (5) year term.

3.2 The commencement date of the agreement will be the date upon which the

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Township receives written confirmation of the completion of the construction of the towerand the installation of the top mount antenna. It will take approximately I 6 weeks fromthe pre-construction site meeting and final approval by both parties until the site has beenconstructed and is ready for operations. Payment to Sitecom of the $50,000.00 by theTownship will be made within thirty (30) days of receiving confirmation of completion.

4. FEES

4.1 Sitecom will not be charged a site rental for equipment on the tower for either ofits related companies - Point to Point Communications (Barrie) Limited or Point toPoint Broadband Inc.

4.2 The Township will not be charged a site rental for antennas used for The TownshipFire and Public Works radio equipment. The Township will utilize the tower forvoice radio communications for Fire, Public Works and Environmental Services.In addition, there will be radio link (microwave) equipment installed to be utilizedto connect the Ramara I 69 site with the Brechin water tower for the IP-siteconnected voice radio system. The Township will have full access to the Ramara169 site at all times.

5. RAMARA 169 SITE SPACE

5.1 It is understood that Sitecom shall be entitled to rent or licence the use of space atthe Ramara I 69 Site (including space on the tower and in accessory buildings), tothird party customers (“Third Party Customers”);

5.2 Sitecom shall be entitled to the revenues from such rental or licensing agreementswith Third Party Customers, subject to the provisions set out below in paragraph6.1;

5.3 Such agreements between Sitecom and Third Party Customers shall be subject tothe prior written approval of the Township as to such third party (but not as to thefees charged), which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Third PartyCustomers shall not interfere with the Township equipment atthe Ramara I 69 site.

5.4 Sitecom shall provide the Township with fully executed copies of all Third PartyCustomer Agreements within fifteen (1 5) days of receipt of same.

5.5 The Township shall have the right to inspect and audit all records relating to Third

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Party Customer site rent or licence agreements and Sitecom agrees to make suchrecords available during normal business hours for this purpose.

5.6 If the Township requires further tower services (excluding the fire and public worksradio system), the Township shall pay to Sitecom such additional fees at the rateof 75% of Sitecom’s usual rates and charges for such tower services.

6. REVENUES FROM THIRD PARTY CUSTOMER CONTRACTS

6.1 Sitecom and the Township agree that Sitecom shall be entitled to receive, on itsown account, revenues from such Third-Party Customer site rental or licenceagreements and it is agreed that Sitecom shall pay to the Township:

30% of the gross revenue generated collectively from such Third Party Customercontracts plus HST. The Township’s 30% share shall be paid annually.

7. TITLETO PROPERTY

7.1 Sitecom shall retain title to the materials and equipment it supplies and installs(including the tower and site building) at its cost notwithstanding that same maybecome fixtures, all of which is herein called “Sitecom’s Property”.

7.2 Subjectto the provisions contained below in paragraph 14 and 15, Sitecom shallbe entitled, upon termination of this agreement to remove Sitecom’s Property,provided, that Sitecom shall make all necessary repairs and/or restore the RamaraI 69 Site to its original condition as each existed prior to installation of Sitecom’sProperty, within (90) days of the termination of this agreement (reasonable wearand tear excepted).

7.3 The lands and premises owned by the Township to accommodate the Ramara I 69Site and fixtures contained thereon, (other than Sitecom’s Property) and materialsand equipment supplied to the Ramara I 69 Site by the Township, shall remain itssole property.

8. RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

8.1 The Township shall be responsible for maintenance, repair and replacement of theTownship’s Property, including landscaping, grass cutting and snow removal.

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8.2 Sitecom shall be responsible for maintenance, repair and replacement ofSitecom’s Property.

9. ACCESS TO COMMUNICATION SITES

9.1 Sitecom, its Third Party Customers and the Township, shall be entitled to accessto the Ramara 169 Site at all times during the term ofthis agreement.

10. INDEMNITYAND INSURANCE

10.1 Sitecom indemnifies and holds harmless the Township, its officers, councilmembers, partners, agents and employees from and against all actions, claims,demands, losses, costs, damages, suits or proceedings whatsoever which may bebrought against or made upon the Township may sustain, suffer or be put toresulting from or arising out of Sitecom’s failure to exercise reasonable care, skillor diligence or omissions in the performance or rendering of any work or servicerequired hereunder to be performed or rendered by the Consultant, its agents,officials and employees.

10.2 Without restricting the generality of any other clause of this Agreement, Sitecomshall throughout the term and any extension thereof, of this Agreement provide,maintain and pay for Comprehensive General Liability insurance with a minimumlimit of ten million dollars ($1 0,000,000.00) per occurrence. The Township shall benamed as an additional insured to such policy, and Sitecom shall provide theTownship annually with a certificate of such insurance policy in a form satisfactoryto the Township. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, such policy shallcontain provisions for cross-liability and severability of interests.

10.3 Sitecom shall be responsible to maintain property insurance on Sitecom’sProperty.

10.4 The Township shall be responsible to maintain property insurance on theTownship’s Property.

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I 0.5 Sitecom shall not change or amend in any way or cancel any insurance policy untilthirty (30) days after written notice of such change or cancellation has beenpersonally delivered to the Township.

10.6 Notwithstanding the date of this Agreement’s commencement as set out in 3.2,Sitecom shall be responsible for such indemnification and insurance coverage, asset out above, from the date of this Agreement’s execution.

11. UTILITIES

I I .1 The Township shall be responsible to arrange for separate meters in order that itpays for its own hydro and telephone service respecting the use of its own radiosystem equipment at the Ramara I 69 Site.

I I .2 Sitecom shall be responsible for the other utility and telephone usage expensesrelating to Third Party Customers’ usage at the Ramara I 69 Site.

12. REFERRAL OF INQUIRIES AND POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS

12.1 The Township shall refer to Sitecom all inquiries and potential customers withrespect to rental or licensing inquiries regarding the Ramara 169 Site forthwithupon receiving such inquiries.

13. DISCLOSURE

13.1 The Township and Sitecom agree that they shall disclose and make available toeach other such information and records as may be necessary to give effect to thisagreement from time to time.

14. RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL

14.1 In the event that Sitecom, during the term of this agreement, wishes to sell theSitecom’s Property and receives an offer from a third party to purchase theSitecom’s Property, Sitecom agrees that the Township shall have the first right ofrefusal to purchase the Sitecom’s Property upon the same terms and conditionsas contained in such third party offer. In the event that Sitecom does receive suchthird party offer, it shall provide a copy to the Township and they shall indicatewithin 21 days of receipt of such copy, whether or not it intends to exercise its rightof first refusal, failing which Sitecom shall be free to accept the offer of the third

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party if it so chooses; provided, however, Sitecom shall not sell Sitecom’s Propertyto a third party unless it first satisfies the Township that the services to be providedhereunder shall continue in accordance with the terms of this agreement.

15. OPTION TO PURCHASE SITECOM’S PROPERTY

15.1 Sitecom hereby grants to the Township an option to purchase the Sitecom’sProperty which is located at the Ramara 169 Site at fair market value, with thereduction of the initial $50,000 invested by the Township upon the following terms:

(a) the option to purchase such property is available to be exercised by theCorporation of the Township of Ramara:

(i) at the end of the initial (1 0) year term and each subsequentfive (5) year term herein; or

(ii) on Sitecom making an assignment or being petitioned intobankruptcy or making a formal proposal in bankruptcy pursuant to theBankruptcy and Insolvency Act

(b) The Township shall provide 90 days advance written notice of its intention toexercise its option herein;

(c) for the purposes of this option provision, fair market value shall be determined bydetermining the average of three appraisals to be undertaken by appraisers, oneof such appraisers shall be selected by each of the parties hereto and the thirdappraiser selected by the two appraisers nominated by the parties.

I 5.2 In the event that the Township exercises its option, this agreement remains in fullforce and effect, provided that Sitecom’s then existing contracts with Third PartyCustomers shall expire in accordance with the terms of each such contract.Sitecom shall not enter into new contracts with Third Party Customers after beingnotified by the Township of their intention to exercise their option to purchase theSitecom’s Property.

16. TERMINATION OR RENEWAL AT THE END OF TERM

16.1 In the event that the Township at the end of the term of this agreement has not

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exercised its option to buy Sitecom’s Property in accordance with its option rightsas contained in paragraph I 5 above, then at the end of the term of this agreementSitecom shall remove Sitecom’s Property within 90 days of the end of the term ofthis agreement.

17. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE

17.1 If either party shall default in its obligations pursuant to the agreement and suchdefault continues for more than forty-five (45) days following receipt of notice ofthe default from the non-defaulting party, then the party not in default shall beentitled to terminate this agreement forthwith and without further obligation to thedefaulting party hereunder. Notwithstanding the termination of this agreement bythe non-defaulting party, the party in default shall be liable for any loss or damagearising from such default including any consequential loss or damage incurred bythe non-defaulting party following termination of this agreement.

I 7.2 Delays in or failure of the perlormance of either party under this Agreement shallnot constitute default or give rise to any claim for damages if and to the extentcaused by occurrences beyond the control of the party affected, including but notlimited to decrees of Government, acts of God, fires, floods, explosions, riots, war,rebellion, sabotage and atomic or nuclear incidents. Lack of finances, strikes orother concerted acts by workers, delay or failure arising out of the nature of thework to be done, or from the normal action of the elements or from any normaldifficulties which may be encountered in the performance of the work, havingregard to the nature thereof, shall in no event be deemed to be a cause beyond aparty’s control.

18. NOTICES

18.1 Any notice or demand required or permitted to be given or made hereunder shallbe sufficiently given or made if:

(a) sent by fax to the other party, in which case service shall be deemedto have been given on the next business day following the fax transmission;or

(b) sent by registered mail in a sealed envelope, postage prepaid,

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addressed to the party as disclosed herein in addition to such address as aparty may in writing provide to the other party during the term of thisagreement. Any such notice or demand shall be deemed to have been givenor made on the fourth business day following mailing.

I 8.2 Current address and fax number for the parties hereto:

Sitecom Services Limited The Corporation of the Township of Ramara38 Hooper Road P0 Box 130BARRIE, Ontario L4M 6E7 2297 HWY #12

Brechin, Ontario LOK IBOAttention: Clerk

Fax No. (705)721-1021 Fax No. (705) 484-0441

19. COMPLIANCE WITH ALL REGULATORY AGENCIES

19.1 Each party warrants to the other that it has complied and will comply with allregulatory agencies and governments with respect to permits and licencesnecessary for their respective undertakings at the Ramara I 69 Site.

20. LAW OF ONTARIO

20. 1 The parties agree that the law of Ontario shall be the law applied to this agreement.

21. AMENDMENT

21.1 No revisions or amendments of this agreement shall be valid unless made inwriting and signed by the parties hereto.

22. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

22.1 The parties acknowledge that in the event that any dispute arises between themthatthey will meet in order to attempt to resolve the outstanding issue. In the eventthat they are unable to resolve any outstanding issue in their dispute, the partieswill submit such dispute for arbitration which shall be governed by the provisionsof the Municipal Arbitration Act, R.S.O. I 990.

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23. SEVERABILITY

23i Each and every clause of this Agreement is severable one from the other. Shouldit be found by a court of competentjurisdiction that any one or more clauses hereinare null and void, the validity of the remaining clauses shall not be affected.

24. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

24.1 This Agreement shall enure to the benefit and be binding upon the parties and theirrespective successors and assigns.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this agreement as of the dateindicated above.

SITECOM SERVICES LIMITED

Per:

_________________________

Kenneth Micks, President

I have authority to bind the corporation.

THE CORPORATION OF TOWNSHIPOF RAMARA

Per:

____________________

Basil Clarke, Mayor

Per:

_____________________


I/We have authority to bind thecorporation.

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