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GENERAL INFORMATION PACKAGE
- COUNCIL MEETING -
OCTOBER 19, 2015
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Halton Region Schedule of Meetings. (Please visit the Halton Region Website for Schedule of Meetings) 3-4 Ministry of Transportation dated September 21, 2015 regarding Aggregate
Extraction and Transport in Halton Hills. 5-6 Office of the Mayor of the City of Hamilton dated September 24, 2015
regarding Council Correspondence from Trent Lakes and Halton Hills – Aggregate Operations and Planning Process.
(Report on File in the Clerk’s Office) 7-8 Ted Arnott dated October 1, 2015 regarding the need for the Highway 7 Acton
Bypass. 9-11 Ted Arnott letter to The Honourable Steven Del Duca, Minister of
Transportation dated October 6, 2015 regarding the need for the Highway 7 Acton Bypass.
12-13 Town of Milton dated October 6, 2015 regarding PD-036-15 – James Dick
Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry”. (Report on File in the Clerk’s Office) 14-15 Town of Milton dated October 6, 2015 regarding PD-047-15 – James Dick
Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry” Addendum Report. (Report on File in the Clerk’s Office) 16-17 Town of Milton dated September 29, 2015 regarding PD-040-15 –
Conservation Authorities Act Review. (Report on File in the Clerk’s Office) 18-20 AMO Watch File dated September 17, 2015.
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21-22 AMO Watch File dated September 24, 2015. 23-24 AMO Watch File dated October 8, 2015. Media Releases 2015
For full information please see the Town of Halton Hills Website: http://www.haltonhills.ca/media/index.php
Release Date Headline
September 29, 2015 Hear the Beep Where You Sleep
September 29, 2015 Town commissioner retiring after 33 years of public service
September 29, 2015 VisitHaltonHills.ca wins prestigious 2015 Marketing Canada Award
October 7, 2015 GTAH leaders provide province with input on three significant issues
October 7, 2015 Mayor joins call for enhanced federal infrastructure and social housing funding
October 8, 2015 Town officially opens Three Musketears Park
October 8, 2015 2015 Halton Hills Fire Department Part-time Firefighter Recruitment Drive
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October 6, 2015 Bill Mauro, MPP Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Suite 6630, 6th Floor, Whitney Block 99 Wellesley Street West Toronto, Ontario M7A 1W3 Dear Mr. Mauro: RE: James Dick Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry”
Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA 09/12) Part of West Half of Lot 1, Concession 6, Guelph / Eramosa Township, County of Wellington
Please be advised that Milton Council, at its meeting held on October 5, 2015, considered the aforementioned topic and subsequent to discussion, the following was resolved: THAT Planning Report PD-036-15 entitled James Dick Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry” be received for information; AND THAT the Town of Milton object to the application in principle and that staff provide information as needed to support the Region’s position at any hearings; AND FURTHER THAT the Clerk forward a copy of Report PD-036-15 to Bill Mauro, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ted Arnott, MPP Wellington-Halton Hills, Halton Region, the Town of Halton Hills and the Township of Guelph-Eramosa. *This recommendation varies from the recommendation contained in Staff Report PD-036-15. As per the above resolution, please accept a copy of this report for your information and consideration. Yours very truly
Monica Brown Acting Committee Clerk
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Executive Services Department CC: 1.Ted Arnott, MPP, Wellington-Halton Hills 181 St. Andrew St E, 2nd Floor Fergus, ON N1M 1P9 [email protected]
2. Town of Halton Hills 1 Halton Hills Drive Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2 [email protected] 3. Region of Halton 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1 [email protected] 4. Kelsey Lang, Township of Guelph/Eramosa 8348 Wellington Road 124, P.O. Box 700 Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 [email protected]
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October 6, 2015 Bill Mauro, MPP Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Suite 6630, 6th Floor, Whitney Block 99 Wellesley Street West Toronto, Ontario M7A 1W3 Dear Mr. Mauro: RE: James Dick Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry” Addendum Report Please be advised that Milton Council, at its meeting held on October 5, 2015, considered the aforementioned topic and subsequent to discussion, the following was resolved: THAT Planning Report PD-047-15 entitled James Dick Construction Ltd. – Proposed “Hidden Quarry” Addendum Report be received for information; and THAT staff be directed to provide updates to Council as new information with respect to the proposal becomes available, particularly regarding any impacts that the proposal may have on Town of Milton residents and infrastructure; and THAT the Clerk forward a copy of Report PD-047-15 to Bill Mauro, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ted Arnott, MPP Wellington-Halton Hills, Halton Region, the Town of Halton Hills and the Township of Guelph-Eramosa. *This recommendation varies from the recommendation contained in Staff Report PD-047-15. As per the above resolution, please accept a copy of this report for your information and consideration. Yours very truly
Monica Brown Acting Committee Clerk Executive Services Department
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CC: 1.Ted Arnott, MPP, Wellington-Halton Hills 181 St. Andrew St E, 2nd Floor Fergus, ON N1M 1P9 [email protected]
2. Town of Halton Hills 1 Halton Hills Drive Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2 [email protected] 3. Region of Halton 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1 [email protected] 4. Kelsey Lang, Township of Guelph/Eramosa 8348 Wellington Road 124, P.O. Box 700 Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 [email protected]
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September 29, 2015 Region of Halton 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 VIA EMAIL: [email protected] Dear Ms. Bennett:
RE: Conservation Authorities Act Review Please be advised that Milton Council, at its meeting held on September 28, 2015 considered the aforementioned topic and subsequent to discussion, the following was resolved: THAT Planning Report PD-040-15 entitled Conservation Authorities Act Review, be received; AND THAT Planning Report PD-040-15 be forwarded to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry as the Town of Milton’s formal submission on the provincial consultation “Conservation Authorities Act Review Discussion Paper” before October 19, 2015; AND THAT Planning Report PD-040-15 be forwarded to Halton Region, the City of Burlington, the Town of Halton Hills, the Town of Oakville, Conservation Halton, Credit Valley Conservation and Grand River Conservation Authority for information; AND THAT Staff be directed to participate in potential discussions related to the Memorandum of Understanding among Halton’s public agencies, to ensure that the Town’s interests are represented. As per the request of our Planning Department, this letter has been sent for your information. Yours very truly
Monica Brown Committee Clerk Executive Services Department
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CC:
1. City of Burlington 426 Brant Street, P.O. Box 5013 Burlington, ON L7R 3Z6 [email protected]
2. Town of Halton Hills 1 Halton Hills Drive Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2 [email protected]
3. Town of Oakville P.O. Box 310 1225 Trafalgar Road Oakville, ON L6J 5A6 [email protected]
4. Conservation Halton 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, ON L7P 0G3 [email protected]
5. Credit Valley Conservation 1255 Old Derry Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 6R4 [email protected]
6. Grand River Conservation Authority 400 Clyde Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 5W6 [email protected]
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September 17, 2015
In This Issue - Redbrick’s latest research on Municipal Social Media Use. - 2016-17 Species at Risk Stewardship Fund. - Need practical solutions for municipal risk management? - Need a primer on asset management? - Online course in land use planning a “must view." - 2014 MEPCO Annual Report now available. - Less is more when it comes to lighting municipal buildings. - Help your residents help themselves. - Central Huron resolution concerning local OMAFRA offices. - Montréal Thematic Meeting on Metropolitan Areas. - Career opportunities. Guest Column* Municipal social media use is getting more sophisticated and breaking new ground with apps and open data. Redbrick’s latest research looks at who’s using it best. (Downloadable PDF / web) Provincial Matters The 2016-17 Fund prioritizes projects that address at risk species identified by MNRF in the proposal Guidelines. Municipal governments are eligible for funding. Applications will be accepted until October 21. AMO/LAS Events Need practical solutions for municipal risk management? Then join us at the 3rd annual LAS/Frank Cowan Company Risk Management Symposium, Sept 30 and Oct 1 at Casino Rama, Orillia. Municipalities are targets of litigation because they are publicly perceived as “deep pocket” defendants with unlimited resources. To control claims you must manage your risks. Learn how - register today, don’t delay, limited space still available. Cover Your Assets - A Primer on Municipal Asset Management is available as a work-at-your-own-pace online course. Topics include defining asset management (AM), understanding the role of Council in AM, communicating with the public and more. Log-in to the AMO online portal today and find the fundamental information you need about asset management and how assets support municipal programs and services. Why do municipalities need to plan? Why is land use planning important? What is zoning? AMO’s online self-directed course in land use planning provides the answers to these and many other questions that members of council should know. Log-in to the AMO online portal today and become familiarized with the basics of land use planning today! Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario (MEPCO) MEPCO’s 2014 Annual Report is available now. MEPCO provides support, advocacy and resources to advance municipal employer interests in critical OMERS matters.
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LAS Introducing Les: the mascot for our newest LED Lighting Service. Click on the video to let Les should you how less energy means better light and more money for your municipality. LAS and Service Line Warranties of Canada partner to offer municipalities a sewer and water line warranty service for their residents. There is no cost to the municipality, and participation from residents is optional. Discover how you can help protect your residents from leaking, clogged, broken, or frozen sewer and water laterals for about $10/month. Municipal Wire* The Municipality of Central Huron resolution requests all local offices of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) be kept fully staffed and open. AMO has been asked by the City of Montreal to circulate an invitation to Ontario urban municipalities to participate in the Montréal Thematic Meeting on Metropolitan Areas in Montreal on October 6 and 7, 2015 under the sponsorship of the United Nations. If you are interested in registering for this meeting, details are attached. Careers Treasurer - Municipality of Marmora and Lake. Qualified candidates should submit their resumes in confidence by October 9th at 4:00 p.m. to: Municipality of Marmora and Lake, Attn: Ron Chittick, 12 Bursthall St, Box 459, Marmora, Ontario, K0K 2M0 or by email to: [email protected]. Civil Engineering Technician - United Counties of Leeds & Grenville. Division: Public Works. Applications can be completed online, and should be marked “Competition #PW-15-74 (Civil Engineering Technician)”. Applications should be submitted on/before 4:00 p.m., Friday, September 25, 2015. Director of Planning & Development - County of Hastings. Please submit applications by 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 2, 2015 to: Janet DeMille, Human Resources Advisor, County of Hastings, 235 Pinnacle St., P.O. Bag 4400, Belleville, ON K8N 3A9. Email: [email protected]. Director, Operations, Maintenance & Monitoring - York Region. Department: Environmental Services. Location: Newmarket. Closing Date: September 30, 2015. Click here to learn more about this opportunity. About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter! AMO Contacts AMO Watch File Team, Tel: 416.971.9856 Conferences/Events Policy and Funding Programs LAS Local Authority Services MEPCO Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario OMKN Ontario Municipal Knowledge Network Media Inquiries, Tel: 416.729.5425 Municipal Wire, Career/Employment and Council Resolution Distributions
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September 24, 2015
In This Issue - AMO challenge mobilizing support for Syrian refugees. - Proposed towing regulatory changes. - Risk Management Symposium only days away. - Need a Primer on Asset Management? - Ontario West Municipal Conference is making Linkages. - LAS announces natural gas price for upcoming program year. - Canadian Women in Municipal Government and Andrée P. Boucher scholarships. - Career opportunities with Ontario Public Service. AMO Matters AMO is challenging municipalities to donate at least $100 to help the resettlement of Syrian refugees. We’re a quarter of the way to our $40,000 goal. Please help us reach it. Provincial Matters The Ministry of Government and Consumer Services is seeking feedback on proposed regulatory changes related to towing and vehicle storage. Due date for comments is October 31, 2015. AMO/LAS Events The 2015 Risk Management Symposium is only days away. The Symposium will present practical solutions for municipal risk management, with topics such as minimum maintenance standards, outdoor recreation, the shared economy and more - this is an event you do not want to miss. Join us Sept 30 and Oct 1 at Casino Rama, Orillia and learn how to control claims by managing your risks. Register today, don’t delay, limited space still available. Cover Your Assets - A Primer on Municipal Asset Management is available as a work-at-your-own-pace online course. Topics include defining asset management (AM), understanding the role of Council in AM, communicating with the public and more. Login to the AMO online portal today and find the fundamental information you need about asset management and how assets support municipal programs and services. The Ontario West Municipal Conference is making “Linkages” on November 20, 2015 at the Best Western Lamplighter Inn. This full day of educational sessions will cover topics such as asset management, smart growth, the Building Code, human rights and more. Full conference and registration details can be found online. LAS L recently released pricing for its upcoming Natural as Program ear. tarting November 1, 2015 and running through October 31, 201 the price will be 14.9 cents/m3. Not a member? Discover the benefits of stable, predictable natural gas pricing today.
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Municipal Wire* FCM's Standing Committee on Increasing Women’s Participation in Municipal overnment call for applications for the annual Canadian Women in Municipal Government and Andrée P. Boucher scholarships. The scholarships provide financial support to young women to pursue their education, as well increasing the awareness of women’s issues as they relate to local government. Please contact [email protected] or visit FCM's website. Careers Policy Analyst - Ontario Public Service. Location: Municipal Finance Strategic Policy & Research Unit, Toronto. Please apply online by October 2, 2015, entering Job ID 79786 in the Job ID search field and following the instructions to submit your application. Senior Policy Advisor - Ontario Public Service. Location: Toronto. Please apply online by October 7, 2015, entering Job ID 81770 in the Job ID search field and following the instructions to submit your application. About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter! AMO Contacts AMO Watch File Team, Tel: 416.971.9856 Conferences/Events Policy and Funding Programs LAS Local Authority Services MEPCO Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario OMKN Ontario Municipal Knowledge Network Media Inquiries, Tel: 416.729.5425 Municipal Wire, Career/Employment and Council Resolution Distributions
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October 8, 2015
In This Issue - Rural economic development program opens for new applications. - Great Lakes Protection Act passes into law. - AMO’s 2014 Gas Tax Annual Report. - Cover Your Assets. - Program available for Ontario West Municipal Conference. - Learn about municipal investment opportunities. - Earn more on your municipal money. - FCM's Women in Local Government scholarships topped up! - City of Hamilton resolution concerning rent-to-own establishments. - Careers with Thunder Bay, Scugog, Guelph and Simcoe County. Provincial Matters Ontario is providing rural communities, businesses and organizations, with funding to help attract investment, create jobs, and boost tourism, through a renewed Rural Economic Development (RED) program. The program is now open and accepting applications. The Great Lakes Protection Act establishes an advisory council for the lakes; allows the Minister to set environmental targets such as for pollution levels; and establish monitoring and measurement programs. Municipalities will be able to comment on targets before establishment. For more information, see the Ontario news release and AMO submission. Federal Matters Ontario’s municipalities invested $561 million from the federal Gas Tax Fund in 2014. Learn more in AMO’s 2014 Gas Tax Annual Report. AMO/LAS Events Cover Your Assets - A Primer on Municipal Asset Management is available as a work-at-your-own-pace online course. Topics include defining asset management (AM), understanding the role of Council in AM, communicating with the public and more. Login to the AMO online portal today and find the fundamental information you need about asset management and how assets support municipal programs and services. The Ontario West Municipal Conference is making “Linkages” on November 20, 2015 at the Best Western Lamplighter Inn. Look for complete details on concurrent sessions, keynote speakers and more online and register today! LAS and MFOA offer seminars to help municipalities understand and leverage the available investment options. If the remaining 4 in-person trainings do not fit your schedule you can register for the October 22nd virtual session, hosted via videoconference. View the registration form.
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LAS The One Investment Program presents a High Interest Savings Account (HISA) that is fully liquid and offers a guaranteed variable rate of return through a Schedule 1 bank. The interest rate is linked to the Prime Rate and the larger the total balance, the higher the interest rate! Start getting more out of your money today! Municipal Wire* FCM has announced that this year the number and value of the Women in Local Government scholarships have been increased. FCM offers awards and scholarships to outstanding women in the field of municipal politics. The City of Hamilton resolution requests the enactment of legislation to regulate rent-to-own establishments by requiring more transparent advertising that would include the total cost of the rental and the cash price of the product. Careers City Manager - City of Thunder Bay. To explore this exciting opportunity in confidence, email Organization Consulting Limited at [email protected] with a detailed resume. Chief Administrative Officer - Township of Scugog. Please forward your resume in confidence by 4:30 p.m., November 20, 2015 to: CAO Selection Committee, c/o David J. Cash, President, Cash & Associates Inc., 218 Southcrest Drive, Seagrave, ON L0C 1G0. Tel: 905.375.8273; email: [email protected]. Deputy CAO, Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise (IDE) Services - City of Guelph. All candidates are invited to forward a cover letter and resume to David Godwaldt, General Manager Human Resources at [email protected] by October 16, 2015. Director of Legislative Services/County Clerk - County of Simcoe. Reference Code: 15-EXT-01-477. Closing Date: October 30, 2015. To apply for this opportunity, please visit County of Simcoe Careers. Director of Legal Services - County of Simcoe. Reference Code: 15-EXT-01-493. Closing Date: October 30, 2015. To apply for this opportunity, please visit County of Simcoe Careers. About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter! AMO Contacts AMO Watch File Team, Tel: 416.971.9856 Conferences/Events Policy and Funding Programs LAS Local Authority Services MEPCO Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario OMKN Ontario Municipal Knowledge Network Media Inquiries, Tel: 416.729.5425 Municipal Wire, Career/Employment and Council Resolution Distributions
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