AGENDA - Dutton Dunwich

AGENDA
May 13, 2015
5:00 p.m.
1. Opening of the Meeting
2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
3. Adoption of Draft Minutes
• Council Meeting Minutes – April 22, 2015
4. Review of Items not Listed on Agenda
5. Public Works Dept
• Superintendent’s Monthly Report
• Public Works Safety Meeting Minutes – Apr 17, 2015
6. Utility/Waste Water Dept
• Water Operation Manager’s Monthly Report
• Water/Wastewater Safety Meeting Minutes – Apr 7, 2015
• Water/Wastewater Safety Meeting Minutes – May 7, 2015
• Wastewater Operator’s Monthly Report
7. Fire Dept
• Fire Chief’s Monthly Report
8. Building Dept
• Monthly Activity Report – April 2015
9. Drainage Dept
• Drainage Superintendent’s Monthly Report
• Drainage Re-apportionment Request – Severance # E7/15 (P. McCallum)
• Petition for Drainage Works by Owners – Marentette
• Section 78 Request for Drain Improvement - Weits
10. DELEGATION: Lorne Stanley – 5:30 p.m.
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Request Permission & Assistance Regarding Tree Removal
11. Planning - 5:45 p.m.
• Application for Zoning By-law Amendment - ZBA #01-15 Larry Hull
• Proposed Severance Application - Russtanda Livestock Inc
12. Correspondence
• The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario – The Council Award
Honouring Outstanding Ontario Physicians
• Karen Kendrick – 2015 Western Elgin Community Expo
13. Consent Agenda
Consent Correspondence
• Elgin County – Pupil Accommodation Review Guidelines
• The Arts & Cookery Bank – Thank you Letter & “The Outrageously
Rural Food Fight Competition” information
• Invenergy Canada – Delegation Request (May 27th meeting) re:
Strong Breeze Wind Energy Project Update
• Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs – Response from
Minister re: OCIF funding
• OFMEM - Compliance Achieved Pertaining to Vulnerable Occupancies
• Minister Responsible for Seniors Affairs – 2015 Seniors’ Month
• Huron Perth Landowners Assoc – Follow up to Recent Press Release
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Building/Demolition/Sewer Permits
Permit #2015-07
renovations
Permit #2015-08
tower
Permit #2015-09
storage garage
Permit #2015-10
shed addition
Permit #2015-11
new residence
Permit #2015-12
septic system
Permit #2015-13
new residence
Permit #2015-14
septic system
Permit #2015-15
new residence
Permit #2015-16
septic system
Permit #2015-17
drive shed
Permit #2015-18
garage
Committee Reports
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Fire Department
 Apr 7, 2015 Meeting Minutes
 Apr 14, 21, 28, 2015 Meeting Minutes
Recreation Advisory Committee
 FCC Grant Update
o Trans Canada Trail
Arena Board
 Mar 10, 2015 Meeting Minutes
By-Law Enforcement
Economic Development
Human Resources
Emergency Planning
Health and Safety
Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority
 Feb 19, 2015 Meeting Minutes
o Source Protection Authority
Senior’s Centre
 Mar 23, 2015 Meeting Minutes
 Apr 27, 2015 Meeting Minutes
Tri County Committee
Healthy Communities Partnership
 HCP Meeting Minutes – Apr 24, 2015
Shoreline Management Report
14. CAO’s Report
• Physician Recruitment Update
• Summer Council Meeting Schedule
15. Treasurer’s Reports
• Budget to Actual April 30, 2015
• Quarterly Water and Sewer Bills + Policy
• Property Standards Billing & Collection + Policy
• DCCCCI Day Camp Request
16. Deputy Clerk’s Report
• Ontario 211 Service
• Call2Recycle Ontario Phase II Rechargeable Battery Reimbursement
Program
17. Administrative Assistant’s Report
• Summer Student Recruitment Update
18. Receptionist/Accounting Clerk’s Report
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Community Clean Up
19. Closed Session
20. Proposed By-Laws
• By-law #2015-19
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By-law #2015-31
By-law #2015-32
By-law #2015-33
By-law #2015-34
By-law #2015-35
Br C&D of the Drummelsmith-Rapelje Branches
to the McFarlane-Salmon Drain (3rd reading)
Fees & Tariffs for Service
Agreement with Product Care Association
To Regulate the Display, Sale & Discharge of
Fireworks
Zoning By-law Amendment – L. Hull
Confirm Proceedings
21. Unfinished Business
22. Announcements
23. Date for Future Meetings
• May 27, 2015
• June 10, 2015
24. Adjournment
Regular Meeting – 5:00 p.m.
Regular Meeting – 5:00 p.m.
Green indicates hard copy to follow
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Council Minutes
Held at the Council Chambers 199 Currie Road, Dutton, Ontario
April 22, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
Present:
Mayor Cameron McWilliam
Deputy Mayor Bob Purcell
Councillor Ian Fleck
Councillor Mike Hentz
Councillor Dan McKillop
CAO/Clerk Laurie Spence Bannerman
Treasurer Tiffany Farrell
Deputy Clerk Heather Bouw
Opening of the Meeting
2015.07.01
MOVED by Fleck and SECONDED by Purcell THAT the meeting of the Council
of the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich opens at 5:00 p.m.
CARRIED
A quorum was present.
Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
1. Councillor Fleck declared a conflict of interest on Item #10 of the Agenda – Tender Results for
Water Dept Pickup Truck.
2. Councillor McKillop declared a conflict of interest on Item #14 – Section 78 Request for
Drainage Improvement on the Bedford Jones Drain & Jones Drain.
2015.07.02
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT we approve the Minutes of
the April 8th, 2015, meeting, as amended and the Mayor and CAO/Clerk be
authorized to sign same.
CARRIED
Review of Items not Listed on Agenda
1. Planner’s Report: Paul McCallum – change of conditions (attached to minutes)
2. By-law #2015-27: Highland Estates Subdivision Agreement (attached to minutes)
DELEGATION: Darrel Dick/Kathy Witmer – 5:15 p.m.
Darrel Dick and Kathy Witmer attended the meeting to discuss the construction of an accessory
building on their 1 acre parcel of property that will require a minor variance. They also discussed
the minor variance fees they will incur. Mayor McWilliam stated that a comprehensive review of
the municipality’s zoning by-law will be undertaken in 2015, and changes to lot coverages have
already been identified by staff.
The Treasurer commented on the minor variance fees and
reported that the last fee by-law was approved by Council in the fall of 2014 after consulting with
IBI Group regarding cost recovery for planning services. The current planner on staff is shared
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between West Elgin, Southwold and Dutton Dunwich. The Treasurer explained that she was
planning on reviewing our current costs in the fall once she could review a full year of planning
data, at which time a new fees by-law was to be prepared with planning cost adjustments
included, if any. Council requested that data be reviewed as soon as possible and the 2015 fees
by-law be presented to Council as soon as possible.
Correspondence
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Sylvia Jones, MPP Dufferin-Caledon – Support of Bill 36 Respecting Private Property Act –
Council directed staff for more information regarding support from OFA
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Lisa Thompson, MPP Huron-Bruce – Requesting Feedback on Bill 66 Great Lakes Protection
Act, 2015 – send letter to AMO acknowledging Council’s support at ROMA/OGRA.
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Township of Madawaska Valley – Request Endorsement of Resolution re: Reduction of
Hydro Rates in Rural Areas - received & filed
2015.07.03
MOVED by Fleck and SECONDED by Purcell THAT relevant correspondence
was reviewed.
CARRIED
Consent Agenda
Correspondence for Review
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Jeff Yurek, MPP – Letter to Hon. Jeff Leal for Reconsideration of OCIF Application Based
Component for Funding for the Restoration of the Wallacetown Water Tower Rechlorination System.
2015.07.04
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the items on the Consent
Agenda be approved.
TREASURER’s REPORTS
CARRIED
Tender Results
The Treasurer presented this report to Council.
2015.07.05
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich award the manufacture and installation of a
new spreader body with snow plow equipment for the Public Works
Department contract to Viking Cives Ltd in the amount of $114,795.00 plus
HST in the amount of $14,923.35.
CARRIED
Councillor Fleck declared a conflict on the following item.
Tender Results
The Treasurer presented this report to Council.
2015.07.06
MOVED by Hentz and SECONDED by McKillop THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich award the new truck for the Water
Department contract to Disbrowe Chevrolet in the amount of $28,383.00 plus
HST in the amount of $3,676.79.
CARRIED
The Treasurer also updated Council on the grant application she is preparing for enabling
accessibility.
Accessibility concerns were brought to the attention of Council and staff through
a delegation to Council last year. All designs are being prepared to assist seniors as well. The
application consists of a 12’x16’ accessible addition to the pool as well as a chairlift into the pool.
The total cost of the project is approx. $100,000.00 and the grant is for $50,000.00. If we are
successful, it will be put in the 2016 budget. The annual $5,000.00 donation from the Dutton
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Dunwich Lions Club, the $5,000 bequest from the Dr. D.C. Campbell Estate and possibly
fundraising will assist with the difference. The Treasurer reported there is great community
support by way of letters from local service clubs. Council supported the application. The
deadline for this application is May 18th.
The Treasurer reported on the FCC grant application
and Councillor Hentz requested this be brought before the Recreation Advisory Committee for
their input.
PLANNING
Proposed Severance Application – Darryl Small
The Planner presented this report to Council. The CBO has requested the buildings located
directly to the rear of the property be demolished as he is of the opinion that these agricultural
buildings are too close to the residential building. Jessica & Darryl attended the meeting and
commented that the intention for the use of these buildings is not for livestock but for machinery
storage. In order to ensure the intent of the use of the buildings is permanent, a livestock
prohibition will be included in this zoning by-law amendment. The CBO also requested that
hydro and water be disconnected from the outbuildings or alternatively that the outbuildings and
residence have separate services. Council agreed to these restrictions and Land Division will be
made aware of them. The Planner also stated that a reduced sideyard setback for one of the
sheds is required and will be included in the zoning by-law amendment.
2015.07.07
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Hentz THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich recommends approval to the Land Division
Committee of the County of Elgin for a proposed severance application for the
N ½ Lot 11, Con 5, Municipality of Dutton Dunwich, 29183 Marsh Line, filed by
Darryl Small, provided the following conditions are included:
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THAT a Zoning By-law Amendment is in force and effect for the severed
and retained lands;
THAT septic system review for the severed lands has been completed;
THAT the severed lands have been connected to the municipal water
supply and the municipal water connection fee has been paid;
THAT a mutual drainage agreement (under Sec. 2 of the Drainage Act) has
been provided to provide a legal drainage outlet for the newly created
residential lot;
THAT municipal drain re-apportionments have been completed;
THAT a driveway entrance has been installed and paid for by the owner,
to the satisfaction of the Municipality;
THAT two (2) copies of the registered surveys have been provided to the
Municipality; and
THAT the solicitor provides an undertaking that a copy of the registered
deed for the severed lands, once the transaction has occurred, will be
provided to the Municipality.
CARRIED
Changes of Conditions for Severance Application #E7/15 - McCallum Rezoning
The Planner presented this report to Council.
The Planner commented that she has the
prescribed cheque in her possession as of today.
2015.07.08
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich requires the owner of Part Lots 3 & 4, Con
Gore, and Part Lot 3, Con 5, in the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich, 27409
Aberdeen Line, Severance Application #E7/15, filed by Paul A. McCallum, to
enter into an agreement with the Municipality for the provisional severance
condition for the removal of the livestock facility on the retained lands by
September 30, 2015;
AND THAT the owner provides a post-dated cheque, dated September 30, 2015
equal to the value of the estimate for demolition of the livestock facility.
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CARRIED
Changes of Municipal Conditions for Severance Application #E3/15 – Larry Hull
The Planner presented this report to Council.
2016.07.09
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich recommends to Elgin County Land Division
Committee the REMOVAL of the severance condition of the County of Elgin
Engineer’s Office requiring direct connection to a municipal drain for each lot
created from Severance Application #E/15, filed by Larry Hull;
AND also the REMOVAL of municipal severance conditions from Severance
Application #E3/15, filed by Larry Hull as listed below:
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THAT municipal water service has been connected for the proposed
severed parcel and municipal water service connection fee has been paid
to the Municipality;
THAT municipal sewer service has been connected for the proposed
severed parcel and municipal sewer service connection fee has been paid
to the Municipality;
THAT a driveway entrance permit has been obtained from the County of
Elgin Highways Department for the newly created commercial property;
THAT a complete Traffic Impact Analysis and/or satisfactory written
confirmation from the Ministry of Transportation with respect to vehicular
access has been provided for the newly created commercial property;
THAT a legal drainage outlet for the newly created lot has been provided;
and
THAT cash-in-lieu of parkland fee for new lot creation of $1,500.00 has
been paid to the Municipality.
AND ADD a Development Agreement, as a severance condition, to be entered
into between the County of Elgin Engineer’s Office, the Municipality of Dutton
Dunwich and the proposed owner, that being West Elgin Mutual Insurance
Company for the proposed severed parcel, which will include the County of
Elgin Engineer’s Office severance condition listed above and the municipal
severance conditions listed above.
CARRIED
DELEGATION
Dutton Dunwich Opponents of Wind Turbines – 5:45 pm.
Bonnie Rowe and Jamie Littlejohn attended the meeting to make a presentation to Council. The
delegation wanted to ensure Council’s awareness of two Case Studies: “Health Impact in Two
Local Wind Projects” as well as “Impact of a Wind Turbine Project on a Rural Community”. They
felt it was important for Council to be aware of the direct and personal adverse health effects to a
rural community when IWT’s come into a community, as well as issues surrounding property
values as addressed in the second case study. Council agreed to their request to post both case
studies on the Dutton Dunwich website. Questions were raised by the delegation regarding
Invenergy’s Delegation Request for the May 27th Council meeting and whether this would meet
their Green Energy requirement as a public meeting. Mayor McWilliam allowed Jim Ford, on behalf
of Invenergy, to clarify Invenergy’s meeting intentions during the DDOWT delegation time frame.
Mr. Ford stated that “Invenergy requested a delegation time during the May 27th Council meeting
to make a presentation on their IWT proposal, and that they do not intend to use the May 27th
meeting as their Green Energy mandatory one. Mr. Ford acknowledged that they have an
obligation to hold a public meeting to present their project details per RFP regulations. Mr. Ford
said that it is Invenergy’s intent is to hold a separate public meeting as required.
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CLOSED SESSION
2015.07.10
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT Council for the Municipality
of Dutton Dunwich now moves into a session of the meeting that shall be
closed to the public at 6:15 p.m. in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the
Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 for discussion of the following matters:
1. Personnel Matters
2. Legal Matters
CARRIED
2015.07.11
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT Council for the Municipality
of Dutton Dunwich hereby comes out of the closed session of the meeting at
6:30 p.m. and the regular meeting reconvene.
CARRIED
DRAINAGE
Meeting to Consider – Branch A of the Harris Drain – 7:00 p.m.
2015.07.12
MOVED by Hentz and SECONDED by McKillop THAT the meeting to consider
the Engineer’s Report for the Branch A of the Harris Drain opens at 7:00 p.m.
CARRIED
Engineer John R. Spriet, Drainage Superintendent Brent Clutterbuck, Ken Gowan and Robert
Drummelsmith attended the meeting. The Chair called the Meeting to Consider the Report to
order and made the following statement. “This is the Meeting to Consider the Report for the
Branch A of the Harris Drain, dated March 4, 2015 and submitted by the Engineer John R. Spriet of
Spriet Associates. The purpose of this meeting is to allow the landowners and other affected
parties to be given the opportunity to voice their concerns relating to any aspect of this report.
Any affected parties present please sign the attendance sheet for the record. During this meeting,
each owner in the area requiring drainage that signed the petition shall be given the opportunity
to withdraw their name by putting the request in writing, signing and filing the notice with the
Clerk. Any owner in the area requiring drainage who did not sign the petition shall be given the
opportunity to do so. Matters dealing specifically with assessments, including where any land or
road has been assessed too high or too low, any land or road that should have been assessed but
has not been, or the land use was not duly considered will be dealt with by the Court of Revision
at a date to be determined after the passing of a Provisional By-law. The Chair asked if everyone
was notified of this Meeting to Consider the Report of the Engineer in an appropriate way under
the Drainage Act. The Clerk responded that all landowners and affected parties required to be
notified under Section 41 of the Drainage Act were sent by regular mail, notice of the date, time
and location of this meeting on March 27, 2015. The notice included a copy of the Report of the
Engineer for Branch A of the Harris Drain, dated March 4, 2015. The Chairman then asked
Engineer John R. Spriet to present his report. The Chairman then asked if any landowners or
affected parties had any questions or concerns. Ken Gowan asked if the cost of the stub is
included into the price of the drain. John Spriet answered that yes, it was. Ken Gowan then asked
how this was a benefit to himself. John Spriet responded that Mr. Gowan is assessed for benefit
under the Drainage Act in Branch A only, and that Mr. Gowan is not assessed benefit in the stub,
only outlet for surface water. Mr. Gowan asked if this drain has been looked at while it is wet,
not just snow, as he feels water doesn’t run onto Mr. Drummelsmith’s property. Mr. Gowan also
said that there is roughly only 50’ where water can run-off. He also stated that he doesn’t want to
be on the stub. John Spriet responded that it was dug up and no tile was found. He also stated
that Mr. Gowan has no right to attach as it is Mr. Drummelsmith’s stub. John Spriet also stated
that Mr. Gowan is assessed for outlet for surface water. The Chair asked if any owner in the area
requiring drainage that signed the petition wishes to withdraw their name by putting the request
in writing, signing and filing the notice with the Clerk and also if there is any owner in the area
requiring drainage who did not sign the petition and wishes to do so, please do it now. The Chair
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stated that the Clerk will be mailing a copy of this Provisional By-law, duly passed tonight, to all
landowners and affected parties as required by Section 46 of the Drainage Act. The Court of
Revision for the Branch A of the Harris Drain will be held on May 27, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the
Dutton Dunwich Council Chambers. An owner of land assessed for the drainage works may
appeal to the Court of Revision on any of the following grounds:
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Any land or road has been assessed an amount that is too high or too low.
Any land or road that should have been assessed has not been assessed.
Due consideration has not been given to the use being made of the land.
by a written notice setting out the grounds of the appeal at least 10 days before the first sitting of
the court of revision to the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Municipality of Dutton
Dunwich. And further, under Sec 48 of the Drainage Act, any owner of land or any public utility
affected by a drainage works may appeal to the Tribunal on other aspects of this drainage works,
and in every case, a notice of appeal shall be served within 40 day of the mailing of the Provisional
By-law. An information sheet titled “Drainage Act Appeals” is available that explains the appeals
that are available under the Drainage Act. If you wish a copy of this fact sheet or to file an appeal
with regards to this drain, the required appeal forms are available on the OMAFRA website and
upon request at the Municipal office. If you wish to appeal, you must file your appeal with the
Clerk of Dutton Dunwich. If you have any questions regarding this drain, or any other municipal
drain in the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich, please contact our Drainage Superintendent, Brent
Clutterbuck, at the municipal office.
2015.07.13
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT the meeting to consider
the Engineer’s Report for the Branch A of the Harris Drain closes at 7:10 p.m.
and the regular meeting reconvene.
CARRIED
Section 78 – Request for Drainage Improvement
Councillor McKillop declared a conflict of interest on this matter.
The Drainage
Superintendent Brent Clultterbuck reported that there was a meeting to review the engineer’s
proposal on Apr 7th for the Bedford Jones Drain. At this meeting, Leo McCaffery requested
that the Bedford Jones Drain be extended. Would like to see if possible and how much it will
cost.
2015.07.14
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich accepts the Section 78 Request for Drain
Improvement for the Bedford Jones Drain and Jones Drain, filed by Leo
McCaffery, John McCaffery and Jamie McCaffery;
AND THAT Spriet Associates be appointed to prepare the necessary reports for
the drainage request for improvements;
AND THAT notice of Council’s decision to proceed with this request be sent to
all petitioners, the Lower Thames Conservation Authority, the Ministry of
Natural Resources, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs,
as well as Spriet Associates.
CARRIED
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor McKillop discussed the retirement of the secretary-treasurer position with the Elgin-St.
Thomas Municipal Association, and if any of the Elgin County lower tier municipalities would like
to take on the responsibilities of this organization. If a replacement cannot be found, this
association will be disbanding. Council has no desire to task our municipal staff with the
“secretary-treasurer” position.
Councillor McKillop also stated that this is a self-funded
organization that would like to donate any funds to a local charity or organization, if it ceases to
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exist. Councillor McKillop recommended that these funds be donated to STEGH. Council agreed
with Councillor McKillop’s recommendation.
PROPOSED BY-LAWS
2015.07.15
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT By-law #2015-29, being a
by-law authorizing the execution of an agreement for the assignment of the
West Elgin/Tri County Management Committee Interconnection between the
Tri County Management Committee of the West Elgin Primary Water Supply
System, the Corporation of the Township of Southwold, the Joint Board of
Management of the St. Thomas Area Secondary Water Supply System, the Joint
Board of Management of the Elgin Area Primary Water Supply System and the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich.
CARRIED
2015.07.16
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT By-law #2015-25, being a bylaw to borrow on the credit of the Corporation the amount of $38,100.00 for
the construction and improvement of the Branch A of the Harris Drain be read
a first and second time and provisionally adopted, and the Court of Revision to
be held on May 27, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
CARRIED
Meeting to Consider – McLean Drain – 7:20 p.m.
2015.07.17
MOVED by Hentz and SECONDED by McKillop THAT the meeting to consider
the Engineer’s Report for the McLean Drain opens at 7:20 p.m.
CARRIED
Engineer John R. Spriet, Drainage Superintendent Brent Clutterbuck, Robert Drummelsmith, Carl
& Randi McLeod and Dave Durham attended the meeting. The Chair called the Meeting to
Consider the Report to order and made the following statement. “This is the Meeting to Consider
the Report for the McLean Drain, dated January 30, 2015 and submitted by the Engineer John R.
Spriet of Spriet Associates. The purpose of this meeting is to allow the landowners and other
affected parties to be given the opportunity to voice their concerns relating to any aspect of this
report. Any affected parties present please sign the attendance sheet for the record. During this
meeting, each owner in the area requiring drainage that signed the petition shall be given the
opportunity to withdraw their name by putting the request in writing, signing and filing the notice
with the Clerk. Any owner in the area requiring drainage who did not sign the petition shall be
given the opportunity to do so. Matters dealing specifically with assessments, including where
any land or road has been assessed too high or too low, any land or road that should have been
assessed but has not been, or the land use was not duly considered will be dealt with by the Court
of Revision at a date to be determined after the passing of a Provisional By-law. The Chair asked
if everyone was notified of this Meeting to Consider the Report of the Engineer in an appropriate
way under the Drainage Act. The Clerk responded that all landowners and affected parties
required to be notified under Section 41 of the Drainage Act were sent by regular mail, notice of
the date, time and location of this meeting on March 27, 2015. The notice included a copy of the
Report of the Engineer for the McLean Drain, dated January 30, 2015. The Chairman then asked
Engineer John R. Spriet to present his report. The Chairman then asked if any landowners or
affected parties had any questions or concerns. Bob Drummelsmith is concerned that this drain
will cut all his tile, and that all may not be reconnected. Mr. Drummelsmith stated at the on-site
meeting that he would prefer the drain go through the woods, but John Spriet said this is not
feasible as contractors would have to clear 100’ on either side of the drain and a sealed pipe
would be costly. Also, the LTVCA would not allow it anyway. John Spriet also commented that
the tender stipulates that if a tile is missed they must go back and connect it, as it is the
contractor’s responsibility, and as such, the contractors are attentive. Dave Durham asked if the
surface pipe (catchbasin) in the extreme s/w corner is included in this report. John said can speak
to County and see if they agree to grout this pipe. The Chair asked if any owner in the area
requiring drainage that signed the petition wishes to withdraw their name by putting the request
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in writing, signing and filing the notice with the Clerk and also if there is any owner in the area
requiring drainage who did not sign the petition and wishes to do so, please do it now. The Chair
stated that the Clerk will be mailing a copy of this Provisional By-law, duly passed tonight, to all
landowners and affected parties as required by Section 46 of the Drainage Act. The Court of
Revision for the McLean Drain will be held on May 27, 2015 at 7:20 p.m. in the Dutton Dunwich
Council Chambers. An owner of land assessed for the drainage works may appeal to the Court of
Revision on any of the following grounds:
4.
5.
6.
Any land or road has been assessed an amount that is too high or too low.
Any land or road that should have been assessed has not been assessed.
Due consideration has not been given to the use being made of the land.
by a written notice setting out the grounds of the appeal at least 10 days before the first sitting of
the court of revision to the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk of the Municipality of Dutton
Dunwich. And further, under Sec 48 of the Drainage Act, any owner of land or any public utility
affected by a drainage works may appeal to the Tribunal on other aspects of this drainage works,
and in every case, a notice of appeal shall be served within 40 day of the mailing of the Provisional
By-law. An information sheet titled “Drainage Act Appeals” is available that explains the appeals
that are available under the Drainage Act. If you wish a copy of this fact sheet or to file an appeal
with regards to this drain, the required appeal forms are available on the OMAFRA website and
upon request at the Municipal office. If you wish to appeal, you must file your appeal with the
Clerk of Dutton Dunwich. If you have any questions regarding this drain, or any other municipal
drain in the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich, please contact our Drainage Superintendent, Brent
Clutterbuck, at the municipal office.
2015.07.18
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT the meeting to consider
the Engineer’s Report for the McLean Drain closes at 7:135p.m. and the regular
meeting reconvene.
CARRIED
PROPOSED BY-LAW
2015.07.19
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT By-law #2015-26, being a
by-law to borrow on the credit of the Corporation the amount of $166,300.00
for the construction and improvement of the McLean Drain be read a first and
second time and provisionally adopted, and the Court of Revision to be held
on May 27, 2015 at 7:20 p.m.
CARRIED
Court of Revision – Branches C&D of the Drummelsmith-Rapelje Branches to the McFarlaneSalmon Drain – 7:40 p.m.
2015.05.20
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich adjourn and form Court of Revision for the
Branches C&D of the Drummelsmith Rapelje Branches of the McFarlane-Salmon
Drain at 7:40 p.m.
CARRIED
Engineer John R. Spriet, Drainage Superintendent Brent Clutterbuck and Dave Durham attended
the meeting. The Chair called the Court of Revision to order. He stated that this is the Court of
Revision as required by the Drainage Act to afford any person assessed in Branches C&D of the
Drummelsmith Rapelje Branches of the McFarlane-Salmon Drain, provisionally adopted by By-law
#2015-19 on March 25, 2015. To make an appeal with respect to their assessments on the
grounds of:
1. Land or road has been assessed too high or too low.
2. Land or road should have been assessed but was not.
3. Due consideration has not been given to the land’s use.
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The Chair asked that all landowners and interested properties present, that are assessed to this
drain, please sign the attendance sheet. The Chair asked if everyone was notified in an
appropriate way that are required to be notified under the Drainage Act. The Clerk responded
that all landowners and affected parties required to be notified under Section 46 of the Drainage
Act were sent by regular mail or fax, a copy of the provisional by-law with a Notice of the Sitting
of this Court of Revision on March 27, 2015. This notice also informed all landowners of the
Drainage Act requirements to notify the Clerk in writing, of an appeal to the Court of Revision 10
days before the first sitting of the Court of Revision. The Chair then asked the Clerk if any
appeals in writing were received 10 days prior to this sitting of this Court of Revision from any
assessed landowners. The Clerk replied that none were received. The Chair asked for a resolution
to adopt the Assessment Schedule contained in the report Branches C&D of the Drummelsmith
Rapelje Branches of the McFarlane-Salmon Drain.
2015.07.21
MOVED by Hentz and SECONDED by McKillop THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich hereby accepts the assessment schedule for
the Branches C&D of the Drummelsmith-Rapelje Branches to the McFarlaneSalmon Drain.
CARRIED
2015.07.22
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the Council of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich hereby adjourns the Court of Revision for the
Branches C&D of the Drummelsmith-Rapelje Branches to the McFarlane-Salmon
Drain at 7:42 p.m. and the regular meeting reconvene.
PROPOSED BY-LAWS
2015.07.23
MOVED by Hentz and SECONDED by McKillop THAT By-law #2015-27, being a
by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement for the Highland
Estates Subdivision between Amjen Realty Inc. and the Corporation of the
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich be read a first, second and third time and
passed.
CARRIED
2015.07.24
MOVED by McKillop and SECONDED by Hentz THAT By-law #2015-30, being a
by-law to confirm proceedings of the Municipal Council of the Municipality of
Dutton Dunwich be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
CARRIED
Next Meeting Schedule
May 13, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
May 27, 2015 - 5:00 p.m.
Adjournment
2015.07.25
MOVED by Purcell and SECONDED by Fleck THAT the meeting of the Council
of the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich adjourn at 7:45 p.m.
CARRIED
______________________________
Cameron McWilliam, Mayor
______________________________
Laurie Spence Bannerman, CAO
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TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Mike Hull, Road Supt.
DATE:
May 6, 2015
SUBJECT:
Monthly Report – April 2015
FOR INFORMATION:
County of Elgin work
Pick up debris off Fingal Line
Opened drains on Iona Bridge
Patched potholes on Miller, Currie, Iona and Duff with cold patch
Swept intersections and cleaned off catchbasins
Municipal work
Fixed 911 signs
Put up half load signs on tar and chip roads
Equipment maintenance - removed plow equipment from trucks and rust proofed
Working on municipal drains
Installed road crossing culvert on Chalmers
Graded and dragged gravel roads
Patched roads with cold mix
Landfill
Moved shingles on top of cell to help with compaction
Special note
Jim attended the Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin Truck Rodeo and won the Elgin Div.
He is invited to the provincial truck rodeo later this year.
Mike Hull
Public Works Superintendent
Laurie Spence Bannerman
CAO/Clerk
Roads Department Safety Meeting – April 17, 2015
Roads Garage - 0700 hrs
In attendance:
Mike Hull, John McCaffrey, Grant McMillan, Ryan McLeod, Murray Wickerson, Andy
Davie, Jim Zoller, Dan Lundy
Topics Covered:
Operating Procedures
Went over and discussed the following procedures;
Safe use of ladders
Safe operation of a chipper
Safe work practices mount and dismount properly
Created an operating procedure for “Safe lifting and placing of catch basins with lifting chains or
straps”
Adjourned at 0830 hrs
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TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Tim Hansen, Water Operations Manager
DATE:
May13, 2015
SUBJECT:
Water Dept Council Report
FOR INFORMATION:
The Iona Interconnect work has now been completed with Russel Racey finishing the flow valve
connections to run through our Scada System. We are now controlling the valve operations through
our Scada system and O.C.W.A ‘s equipment has been disconnected, removed and delivered back to
them. We have the system set up to take approximately 400 m3 a day from the Southwold system.
During our time working on setting up the controls for the flow valve we noticed that the valve was not
working like it should. It would only allow very little flow through and would not allow us to open it
more for increased flow. I had a company who specializes on working with these types of valves
come down to take it apart , clean and replace parts as needed and it is working perfectly now.
The Auto Flusher on Duff line has been installed and is in full operation. It will be added to our
procedures and monitored weekly for chlorine residual recording purposes. We have three auto
flushers installed in our system now with one more install to go. I am just waiting for the drain
installation to be completed on Celtic line west then the water main line extension and auto flusher
install will take place.
We have received our new harnesses that were ordered to replace the ones that did not pass the
safety inspection and yearly inspections of this equipment will be ongoing.
Our monthly blow offs of dead end water lines are going very well with chlorine residuals staying
consistent at a very acceptable level.
Sample stations have all arrived and installation will begin within a couple of weeks and continue as
we can work them in around other jobs. Four sample stations will be installed in Dutton/Dunwich and
two in Southwold.
Tim Hansen
Water Operations Manager
Laurie Spence Bannerman
CAO/Clerk
Water Department Safety Meeting – April 7, 2015
Utility Shop - 0700 hrs
In attendance:
Ryan McGahan, Tim Hansen, Archie Leitch, J.J. Van Bree
Topics Covered:
Safety Harnesses
Safety harnesses have been inspected. Out of seven only two passed. Replacements have been
ordered. Harnesses at the water tower were no good so new ones have been ordered for there
as well. In the meantime tower is not to be climbed unless for an emergency and Rubicon
Safety in London has temporary ones to use if necessary.
Water Tower Rails
The water tower rail is also set up to be inspected as well in the near future
Log Book
We discussed the importance of log book entry and the reasoning of the entries.
Adjourned at 0800 hrs
Water Department Safety Meeting – May 7, 2015
Utility Shop - 0700 hrs
In attendance:
Tim Hansen, Archie Leitch, Kevin Goodhue, J.J. Van Bree
Topics Covered:
Safety Harnesses
We discussed the arrival of the new safety harnesses. Two are for the water tower and one is
for the retrieval unit. The retrieval unit must be used for confined spaces and the proper
paperwork needs to be filled out.
Environmental Protection
We discussed using sunscreen while working outside. There is also mosquito repellant available
at the utility shop when working in areas that it might be required.
Construction Awareness
Now that construction season is upon us, be mindful of working around machinery, working in
and around trenches and your traffic protection (Book 7).
Adjourned at 0800 hrs
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TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Archie Leitch Operator, Sewage Treatment Plant
DATE:
May 13, 2015
SUBJECT:
Monthly Report
FOR INFORMATION:
All maintenance, alarm and safety checks were performed as required.
First quarter reports for the plant have been completed and sent to the Federal Government
and M.O.E
The plant’s 2014 annual report has been reviewed by our inspector with no issues arising.
The service centre force main has been operating without incident.
I attended a course on customer service for water/wastewater operators in London on April
24th.
The plant continues to operate well within our guidelines.
Archie Leitch
Wastewater Operator
Laurie Spence Bannerman
CAO/Clerk
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Dan Lundy, Fire Chief
DATE:
May 13, 2015
SUBJECT:
Monthly Report
Occurrences: 8 in April
2 grass fires – owners were charged
1 hydro pole fire
3 401 car fires
1 car fire
1 ambulance assist
Training: Self rescue and firefighter survival.
Vulnerable Occupancies: Received compliance acknowledging OFMEM Vulnerable Occupancy
Registry for Bobier Villa.
Other: A meeting was held with Joe Casey from the OFM to review our progress with the
recommendations from 2013.
________________________________
Dan Lundy
Fire Chief
_______________________________
Laurie Spence Bannerman
CAO/Clerk
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Heather James, MCIP, RPP, Planner
DATE:
May 13, 2015
SUBJECT: Proposed Severance Application – Lot A, Concession 4, Municipality
of Dutton Dunwich – 32694 Aberdeen Line (Rustanda Livestock Inc.
c/o Stan Campbell)
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT Council of the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich recommends APPROVAL to the
Land Division Committee of the County of Elgin for proposed severance application for
Part Lot A, Concession 4, Municipality of Dutton Dunwich, 32694 Aberdeen Line,
provided the following conditions are included:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
That a Zoning By-law Amendment is in force and effect for the severed
and retained lands;
That septic system review for the severed lands has been completed;
That all of the accessory buildings on the severed and retained lands be
removed to the satisfaction of the Municipal Chief Building Official;
That the severed lands have connected to the municipal water supply and
connection fee has been paid;
That Municipal drain re-apportionments (if required) have been completed;
That a mutual drainage agreement (under Section 2 of the Drainage Act)
has been provided to provide a legal drainage outlet for the newly created
residential lot;
That a driveway entrance has been installed for the retained lands and
paid for by the owner to the satisfaction of the Municipality;
That two copies of the registered surveyed have been provided to the
Municipality; and,
That the solicitor provides an undertaking that a copy of the registered
deed for the severed lands once the transaction has occurred will be
provided to the Municipality.
BACKGROUND:
A severance application was submitted to the Municipality by Rustanda Livestock Inc.
(c/o Stan Campbell). The owner is requesting the severance of a surplus farm dwelling
from a parcel of land, legally described as Part Lot A, Concession 4, on the north side of
Aberdeen Line, and known municipally as 32694 Aberdeen Line (as shown on the
attached Key Map). The subject lands are zoned Agricultural (A1) in the Municipality of
Dutton Dunwich Zoning By-law No. 2004-24. The subject lands are designated
‘Agricultural Area’ in the County of Elgin Official Plan and designated ‘Agriculture’ in the
Official Plan of the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich.
The subject lands are a 42.29 ha (104.5 ac) parcel and are used for agricultural use.
The proposed severed parcel will have an area of 0.70 ha (1.74 ac) and a frontage of
approximately 64.0 m (209.97 ft.) along Aberdeen Line. The proposed severed parcel
includes a single detached dwelling, drive shed and one shed and will be used for nonfarm residential uses. Two sheds are proposed to be removed; one of those sheds is
partially on the lot line between the proposed severed and retained parcels. Lastly, the
proposed severed parcel will be serviced with municipally piped water supply and
individual private septic system.
The proposed retained parcel will have an area of 41.59 ha (102.76 ac) and a frontage
of 225.0 m (738.19 ft.) along Aberdeen Line. The proposed retained lands are vacant.
Agricultural and non-farm residential uses surround the subject lands.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Municipal Building Official
‘There needs to be a septic review or a design for a new system. I would suggest that
all of the accessory buildings should be removed as they are agriculturally related and
are not really suited to residential accessory use and would allow for a smaller lot.’
Municipal Drainage Superintendent
‘Municipal drain reapportionment and mutual drainage agreement (under Section 2 of
the Drainage Act) to provide a legal drainage outlet for the newly created residential lot
is required.’
Municipal Roads Superintendent
‘After reviewing the site, the retained portion will require an entrance. This entrance
should be approved by the municipality and be installed at the owner’s expense.’
Municipal Water Operations Manager
‘This particular property in question has a 1” water service connection to its property line
but has not been connected into and therefore was not ran into existing dwelling.’
Comment: The comments provided by the municipal staff have been included as
conditions for the proposed severance.
PLANNING POLICY REVIEW:
Provincial Policy Statement
Under Section 3(5) of the Planning Act, the Municipality “shall be consistent with”
matters of provincial interest as set out in the Provincial Policy Statements (PPS). In
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particular, Section 1.6.6 Sewage, Water and Stormwater, Section 2.3.4 Lot Creation
and Lot Adjustments for prime agricultural areas and Section 2.6 Cultural Heritage and
Archaeology were evaluated.
Lot creation in agricultural areas is permitted for a residence surplus to a farming
operation as a result of farm consolidation, provided that the planning authority ensures
that new residential dwellings are prohibited on any vacant remnant parcel of farmland
created by the severance. The surplus residence is the result of farm consolidation for
the owners. As a condition of severance, the balance of the farm will be required to be
rezoned to prohibit residential buildings/structures.
New land uses, including the creation of lots and new or expanding livestock facilities
shall comply with the Minimum Distance Separation I (MDS I) Formula. The proposed
severed lands meet the MDS I setback to all neighbouring livestock facilities.
No archaeological concerns were identified.
Conclusion: Upon review of the PPS and relevant policies, the proposed severance is
consistent with the PPS.
County of Elgin Official Plan
The subject lands are designated Agricultural Area on Schedule ‘A’ Land Use with a
portion subject to Woodlands on Appendix #1 Natural Heritage Features and Areas of
the County of Elgin Official Plan.
Section E1.2.3.1 General Criteria contains the conditions of approval for severed and/or
retained lots. The proposed severed lot and retained lot are generally in conformity with
these criteria, provided the sewage disposal can be adequately addressed and that the
lands are appropriately zoned.
Section E1.2.3.4 Lot Creation on Lands in the Agricultural Area contains the policies
that permit the type of severances permitted in the Agricultural Area designation. The
severance to accommodate a habitable residence that has become surplus to a farming
operation as a result of a farm consolidation is permitted provided that the development
of a new residential use is prohibited on the retained parcel, created by the consent to
sever. The house is habitable, the owner has indicated the severance is the result of
farm consolidation and as a condition of severance a zoning by-law amendment is
required to prohibit the development of a new residential use.
Development and site alteration is not permitted in the Woodlands unless an
Environmental Impact Study has been completed, demonstrating there will be no
negative impact to the natural heritage features. No development is proposed in the
Woodlands area.
Conclusion: The proposed severance conforms to the County of Elgin Official Plan.
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Municipality of Dutton Dunwich Official Plan
The proposed severed lands are designated ‘Agriculture’ on Schedule ‘A’ Land Use
Plan. The proposed retained lands are designated ‘Agriculture’ on Schedule ‘A’ Land
Use Plan and a portion subject to ‘Hazardous Lands’ overlay on Schedule ‘B’ Natural
Heritage and Natural Hazards.
Section 2.1.16 states that an application for consent to sever and convey existing farm
dwellings that are rendered surplus to the needs of a farm operation may be permitted
in the ‘Agriculture’ designation subject to several criteria. Evaluation of the criteria is as
follows:
a) The dwelling has been in existence for a minimum of ten years;
The owner has indicated that the dwelling has been in existence for greater than
ten years.
b) The lot with the surplus farm dwelling should be no larger than is necessary to
support a private sanitary sewage treatment and disposal system, as determined
by the appropriate approval authority, and be serviced with potable water supply;
The proposed severed lands are approximately 0.7 ha (1.74 ac) in area. This lot
area would be acceptable to Land Division Committee as the proposed severed
lands would be under 0.8 hectares in area and no agricultural lands would be
removed from production.
c) The lot with the surplus farm dwelling must meet the provisions of the Minimum
Distance Separation I requirements;
The proposed severed lands meets the MDS I setback to all neighbouring
livestock facilities.
d) The lot with the surplus farm dwelling must comply with the provisions of an
appropriate ‘Rural Residential’ zone as outlined in the Zoning By-law unless the
by-law is otherwise amended or a variance is granted;
The proposed severed lands would be rezoned to Special Rural Residential (RSx) Zone. The proposed severed lands meet all RS Zone provisions.
e) The retained agricultural lands must meet the Special Agricultural (A2) Zone
provisions of the Zoning By-law unless the by-law is otherwise amended or a
variance is granted;
The proposed retained parcel meets all A2 Zone provisions.
f) In the opinion of Municipal Council, a land use conflict shall not be created with
agricultural operations or other existing land uses in the immediate area; and,
There is minimal potential for land use conflicts as a result of the proposed
surplus farm dwelling severance.
g) Farm consolidation (the acquisition of additional farm parcels to be operated as
one farm operation) has occurred.
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The owner has indicated the retained parcel will result in farm consolidation and
will be operated with other farm parcels as one farming operation.
Further, Section 2.1.17 states additional residential dwelling units will be prohibited on
retained agricultural parcels of land regardless of the change in property boundary or
ownership. This restriction will be addressed by placing the retained lands into a Special
Agricultural Zone prohibiting the construction of additional residential units.
The proposed retained lands will be rezoned to A2 which prohibits residential uses.
Lastly, Section 2.1.18 states a farm operation or a registered owner of a farm operation
must retain a minimum of one existing base of farm operation within the Municipality of
Dutton Dunwich or in an adjacent municipality.
The owner has confirmed this in writing in Section 18 of their severance application.
Finally, a portion of the proposed retained lands contain a ‘Hazardous Lands’ overlay.
Development and/or site alteration is not permitted in the ‘Hazardous Lands’ overlay
without approval from Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority. No development
and/or site alteration is proposed for the retained lands.
Conclusion: The proposed severance conforms to the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich
Official Plan.
Municipality of Dutton Dunwich Comprehensive Zoning By-law
In the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich Comprehensive Zoning By-law, the subject lands
are zoned Agricultural (A1). As a condition of severance, a Zoning By-law Amendment
is required to rezone the proposed severed lands and the proposed retained lands.
The proposed severed lands will be rezoned to Special Rural Residential (RS-x) Zone
to permit non-farm residential uses. The proposed retained lands will be rezoned to
Special Agricultural (A2) Zone to prohibit all residential uses.
Heather James, MCIP, RPP
Planner
Laurie Spence Bannerman
CAO/Clerk
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KEY MAP
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Ministry of
Community Safety and
Correctional Services
Ministère de la
Sécurité communautaire et
des Services correctionnels
Office of the
Fire Marshal and
Emergency Management
Bureau du
commissaire des incendies et
de la gestion des situations d'urgence
2284 Nursery Road
Midhurst ON L0L 1X0
Tel: 1-800-565-1842
Fax: (705) 725-7259
2284, chemin Nursery
Midhurst ON L0L 1X0
Tél:
1-800-565-1842
Téléc: (705) 725-7259
April 30, 2015
Mayor Cameron McWilliam
Municipality of Dutton-Dunwich
P.O. Box 329, 199 Currie Road,
Dutton, ON
N0L 1J0
Sent via e-mail: [email protected]
Dear Mayor in Council:
The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management (OFMEM) previously sent letters to
your Mayor in Council on February 12, 2014, June 17, 2014, and December 17, 2014
respectively informing your municipality of the legislative requirements pertaining to vulnerable
occupancies.
This letter is to inform you that your municipality has achieved compliance based on the
information you have inputted into the OFMEM Vulnerable Occupancy Registry acknowledging
that the following has occurred:
1. The annual mandatory fire drill required by O. Reg. 364/13 was approved and observed by
your fire department in accordance with FM Directive 2014-002;
2. The fire safety inspection as required by O. Reg. 364/13 was conducted using the “Annual
Inspection Checklist for Care Occupancies, Care and Treatment Occupancies and
Retirement Homes” in accordance with FM Directive 2014-002; and
3. The required information detailed in O. Reg. 364/13 was inputted into the OFMEM
Vulnerable Occupancy Registry in accordance with FM Directive 2014-001.
Effective January 1, 2014, Ontario became the first province to enact a series of regulatory
changes intended to improve fire safety in vulnerable occupancies. A number of regulatory
changes were enacted that impose requirements on municipalities and Chief Fire Officials. I
would like to outline what this means for municipalities like yours:
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Three years to complete mandatory training for all Chief Fire Officials responsible for
approving facility fire safety plans (New deadline is January 1, 2017);
Observation of annual fire drills based on approved scenario (New and in effect as of
January 1, 2014; first fire drill to be completed by December 31, 2014);
Annual fire safety inspections conducted by the Chief Fire Official, based on a standardized
checklist (New and in effect as of January 1, 2014; first inspection to be completed by
December 31, 2014);
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Registry of Vulnerable Occupancies (New and in effect as of January 1, 2014; entering
information about facilities to be completed by December 31, 2014).
Facility owners and operators are responsible in all municipalities to ensure their buildings are in
full compliance with the changes to Ontario fire safety regulations. It is the responsibility of
municipalities and Chief Fire Officials to ensure they are in full compliance with the new
Regulations and Fire Marshal Directives.
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Directive 2014-001 - Registry of Vulnerable Occupancies, and
Directive 2014-002 Vulnerable Occupancies – Fire Drill Scenarios, Fire Drill Observations,
Fire Safety Inspections.
The OFMEM has commenced a monitoring program as of January 01, 2015 to confirm and
validate the status of compliance of municipalities and Chief Fire Officials with the new
Regulations and Fire Marshal Directives.
The OFMEM monitoring program has determined that as of November 6, 2014, your
municipality has achieved annual compliance with the above-referenced Regulations and Fire
Marshal Directives.
If you have any questions regarding the monitoring process, they can be directed to me via
email at [email protected] or by telephone at (705) 725-1825.
We all have a continuous legislative responsibility to ensure the public fire safety of seniors and
vulnerable Ontarians.
Sincerely,
Pierre Yelle
Assistant Deputy Fire Marshal
Field and Advisory Services
c:
Jim Jessop, Director, Field and Advisory Services / Deputy Fire Marshal, OFMEM
Al Suleman, Director, Prevention and Risk Management, OFMEM
Laurie Spence-Bannerman, Chief Administrative Officer, Sent via e-mail:
[email protected]
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