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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
Page
August 19, 2016
Correspondence
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1.
CAO/City Clerk - re Highway 11 Southbound Ramp to Highway 12 Tender
Award. File: F17-GEN
5-7
2.
Director of Development Services - re By-law to Confirm Repeal of By-law
2189-67 - Purchase and Sale of West Orillia Employment Lands. File: C01-2016-
9
3.
Public Works Department - re Traffic and Parking By-law 2007-55, as
amended. File: C01-
11
4.
Environmental Services Department - re Emergency Repair of Wastewater
Treatment Centre Blower. File: E03-GEN
13
5.
Director of Facilities and Special Projects - re Removal of Art Mural in City
Centre Lobby. File: A20-CC
15
6.
Director of Facilities and Special Projects - re Renewed Agreement for Tower
Gardens at the City Centre. File: D18-GARD
17
7.
Public Works Department - re Temporary Parking Approval for the Lakehead
University Student Orientation, September 1 - 2, 2016. File: T02-GEN
19
8.
Public Works Department - re Temporary Parking Approval for the Lakehead
University 10 Year Anniversary Celebration - September 8, 2016. File: T02-GEN
21 - 22
9.
Mayor Clarke - re Correspondence to John Beck regarding rules, regulations
and by-laws for transportation services. File: P01-GEN
23 - 26
10.
Mayor Clarke - re Correspondence to Wayne Hawkins regarding concerns at
Couchiching Beach and Centennial Parks. File: R00-GEN
27 - 28
11.
Active Transportation Committee - re 4 Ward Walk, September 17, 2016. File:
M02-GENxC12-ATC
29
12.
County of Simcoe - re News Release entitled "County now accepting
nominations for the 2016 Newcomer Recognition Awards". File: A16-COS
31 - 32
13.
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry re Extension of deadlines for comments to the Four Land Use Plans. File: A16IGAP
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33 - 34
14.
Ministry of Transportation - re Resurfacing of Highway 12 between 500m
west of Simcoe 22 and 315 m east of Fairgrounds Road. File: T06-GEN
35 - 36
15.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing - re News Release entitled "Ontario
Intake for Federal Infrastructure Funds to Begin in Early September". File: F11GEN
37 - 38
16.
Ministry of Economic Development and Growth - re News Release entitled
"Ontario Enhancing Certified Site Program to Help Municipalities Attract New
Jobs and Investment". File: A16-PG
39 - 40
17.
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport - re News Release entitled
"Applications Open for Funding to Mark 150th Anniversary of Confederation".
File: A16-PG
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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Gayle Jackson, CAO/Clerk
DATE:
August 17, 2016
SUBJECT: Highway 11 Southbound Ramp to Highway 12 Tender Award
At its meeting of July 29, Council delegated authority to the CAO to accept the
low tender bid for the Highway 11 southbound ramp to Highway 12 construction
project.
The tender closed on August 10 with only one bid.
tendered an amount of $545,000 (including full H.S.T.).
Beamish Construction
Fortunately, the bid was well within the revised budget and most recent
engineering cost estimates. As reported on July 29th, the estimate of project
costs were $800,000. This estimate included both the construction contract and
contract administration. With the low bid received on the construction portion of
the project the total estimated costs will be approximately $614,000 (including net
H.S.T).
Funding for the project will be as follows:
OCIF Grant
$321,613
Development Charges
$248,529
Capital Tax Levy
$ 41,250
Capital Contingency
$ 2,608
Total
$614,000
Unused funding will be returned to the appropriate reserves.
The tender has been awarded to Beamish Construction for the tendered amount.
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City of Orillia
TO:
Council – August 22, 2016
FROM:
Ian Sugden, Director of Development Services
DATE:
August 16, 2016
RE:
By-law to Confirm Repeal of By-law 2189-67
Purchase and Sale of West Orillia Employment Lands
As part of the due diligence conducted by Hydro One Networks Inc. while they were
investigating the suitability of the City’s Horne Business Park lands, Hydro One Network
Inc.’s solicitors found a Restricted Area By-law that had been registered on title for all of
the City’s Horne Business Park lands. Their solicitors found that the former Township of
Orillia had registered By-law 2189-67 on the lands that now form the City’s Horne
Business Park lands.
By-law 2189-67 was a By-law passed by the former Township of Orillia in 1967 that was
intended to protect a large portion of lands around what is today known as the Scout
Valley property. The Restricted Area By-law (an old term for a Zoning By-law applicable
to a specific geographic area), specifically prohibits the use of the affected lands for the
purposes of commercial and/or industrial land uses. City staff found that By-law 218967 was passed by the former Township of Orillia at a time when the Township was
pursuing a proposed “Simcoe College” for the (now) Scout Valley property. Ultimately,
that development proposal transformed to become Georgian College on its current
Memorial Drive location.
The lands within the subject portion of the former Township of Orillia were annexed into
the City of Orillia in 1989. The City’s Zoning By-law in place at that time (By-law 1973100) was amended to repeal the Township’s Zoning By-law, including By-law 2189-67.
Since that time, the subject lands (the Horne Business Park lands, and the other West
Orillia Employment Lands) have been designated in the City’s Official Plan, and zoned
in a manner to permit a range of Business Park/Industrial uses. By-law 2189-67 was
repealed by By-law 1973-100. The City’s subsequent Zoning By-laws (By-law 2005-72
and now 2014-44) have each repealed their respective predecessors. As a result, Bylaw 2189-67 is of no force and effect. However, because it is registered on title, the Bylaw acts as a “cloud” on title. Hydro One Networks Inc. has requested that the City
address this issue prior to their purchase of the City’s Horne Business Park lands.
The City’s solicitor has consulted with the Land Registrar to confirm the best way to
address this issue. The Registrar and the City’s solicitor advise that Orillia’s Council
can pass a By-law to confirm that By-law 2189-67 was repealed by By-law 1973-100,
and then register the confirming By-law on title. Hydro One Network Inc.’s solicitor,
together with the solicitor representing Charter Construction Limited and Mark Rich
Homes Limited have each agreed to this approach in order to address the problem
created by the registration of By-law 2189-67.
Staff recommends that Council pass the draft By-law (attached hereto as Schedule “A”).
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Schedules:
 Schedule “A” – Draft By-law to confirm the repeal of By-law 2189-67 of
the former Township of Orillia.
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"Schedule A"
BY-LAW NUMBER 2016-
OF THE CITY OF ORILLIA
BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE REPEAL OF ZONING BY-LAW NO. 2189-67 OF
THE TOWNSHIP OF ORILLIA WITH RESPECT TO LANDS ANNEXED BY THE CITY
OF ORILLIA IN 1989
_____________________________________________________________________
WHEREAS by Order in Council dated June 23, 1989 certain real property
within the Township of Orillia was annexed to and became a part of the City of Orillia
effective July 1, 1989 (the “annexed lands”);
AND WHEREAS the said Order in Council provided that By-laws of the
Corporation of the Township of Orillia passed under Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1983,
or a predecessor of that section remained in force until repealed by the Council of the
Corporation of the City of Orillia;
AND WHEREAS Township of Orillia By-law 2189-67 passed April 6, 1967
and registered in the Land Registry Office on August 2, 1968 as Instrument No.
RO274882 was a By-law passed pursuant to a predecessor of Section 34 of the Planning
Act, 1983;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Orillia passed
By-law 1973-100 on the 31st day of July, 1974 pursuant to Section 34 of the said Planning
Act and came into full force and effect;
AND WHEREAS Section 2.12.3 of the said By-law specifically repealed
Township of Orillia By-law 2189-67;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
CITY OF ORILLIA HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1.
This Council does hereby confirm that By-law 2189-67 of the Township of Orillia
was repealed by By-law 1973-100 of the City of Orillia and that By-law 2189-67
does not have any force or effect with respect to the annexed lands.
2.
This Council authorizes the registration of this By-law on the title to the annexed
lands or any part thereof.
BY-LAW read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 22nd day of August,
2016.
______________________________
MAYOR
_______________________________
CLERK
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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Public Works Department
DATE:
August 17, 2016
SUBJECT:
Traffic and Parking By-law 2007-55, as amended
This is to advise Council that at its meeting held on July 18, 2016, Section “J” of
Schedule “3” of the Traffic and Parking By-law 2007-55 was inadvertently
repealed. In Section “J” one item - John Street, south side from Westmount
Drive to McKenzie Street was to be repealed. As such, Schedule “3”, Section “J”,
in the Consolidated Traffic and Parking By-law 2007-55 must be amended to reflect
the parking restrictions that are still to remain.
2016-90
Amendment Number 80 to Traffic and Parking Regulation By-law
Number 2007-55, as amended.
This by-law amends the Traffic and Parking Regulation By-law by
adding Section “J” to Schedule” 3”.
Updated Schedule “J” is attached to this CIP as Schedule “A” for your
information.
A by-law to amend the Traffic and Parking By-law will be placed on the August
22, 2016 Council agenda.
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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Environmental Services Department
DATE:
August 17, 2016
SUBJECT: Emergency Repair of Wastewater Treatment Centre Blower
This memo discusses an unexpected emergency repair at the Wastewater
Treatment Centre (WWTC) for an aeration blower further to Section 261.4.17 of
the City’s Purchasing By-law, which states:
261.4.17
Emergency - purchases
In the event of an emergency that requires the immediate purchase
of supplies and/or services, it will be the responsibility of the
department head to secure the necessary supplies and services. If
the method of emergency purchasing results in unbudgeted
expenditures representing $10,000 or more, the department head
must, in consultation with the Treasurer, report to Council, as soon
as possible after the emergency.
The aeration system is an integral part of the treatment process and one that
must be maintained to ensure sustainability and compliance of the process.
Aeration blowers are used to pump air into the wastewater being treated within
the aeration system for optimum microbial activity and treatment. There are two
blowers used to maintain the aeration process. In late May 2016, one of the
blowers failed. The blowers are over 40 years old and are very expensive to
repair due to the age and availability of parts. The repair took over two months to
complete due to parts availability. A new blower system will be installed as part
of the Tertiary Treatment Upgrade at the facility in 2017-2018.
This is to inform Council that the cost of this work will be funded from the
approved 2016 WWTC operating budget. The approved budget for this account
is $39,000. The total cost to repair the blower was $21,226 with net HST. With
other necessary operating expenses required, this operating account is expected
to be at a minimum $18,300 over by the end of the year. Staff will minimize
spending where possible to absorb the additional cost required for this
emergency repair.
Please call Andrew Schell (705-325-7551) or Greg Preston (705-325-2444)
should you have any questions.
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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Kent Guptill, Director of Facilities and Special Projects
DATE:
August 10, 2016
SUBJECT: Removal of Art Mural in City Centre Lobby
The City Centre entrance lobby renovation project will be commencing this fall.
Due to the location of a new reception area, the renovation includes the removal
of the 9’ x 35’ canvas acrylic artwork mural. The mural depicting historical
scenes of the City of Orillia was created by Daniel C. Green and installed in
1998. The artwork will be professionally removed and packaged for storage.
Staff will be bringing forward a 2017 capital budget request to have the artwork
mounted and relocated in the hallway adjacent to the Council Chambers.
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CITY OF ORILLIA
COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE (CIP)
TO:
Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:
Kent Guptill, Director of Facilities and Special Projects
DATE:
August 2, 2016
SUBJECT: City Centre – Tower Gardens – Renewed Agreement
A Terms of Occupancy Agreement with The Sharing Place for five tower gardens
located within the City Centre has been renewed for a further one year term,
ending June 4, 2017. The relationship over this past year raised no concerns by
either party. Upon completion of this renewal, the project will be assessed again.
The City of Orillia is named as an additional insured and The Sharing Place pays
an annual utility charge of $100 ($20 per tower) as per the original agreement.
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TEMPORARY PARKING APPROVAL
No. 16-07
LOCATION:
West side of University Avenue from 30m north of Old
Barrie Road to 20m south of the Lakehead University
entrance.
DATE(S):
Thursday, September 1, 2016
and
Friday, September 2, 2016
PURPOSE:
Lakehead University Student Orientation
PROPONENT:
Lakehead University
CONTACT
INFORMATION:
Theresa (T-Bird) Prisciak
Security Services Coordinator
705-330-4008, Ext. 2009
CONDITIONS:
Approval is valid between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m.
Approved:
Date:
George Bowa, P.Eng.
Director of Public Works
Copy to :
Proponent
Members of Council
Gayle Jackson , CAO/City Clerk
Shawn Crawford, Manager of Legislative Services
Bob Ripley, Chief Financial Officer
Patty Ward , Recreation Policy and Permitting Supervisor
Mike Dwinnell, Manager of Facilities
Paul Barnetson, Supervisor of Facilities
Peter Ercolini, Superintendent of Roads & Storm
Jennifer Ruff, Manager of Communications
Ralph Dominelli, Fire Chief I Jeff Kirk, Deputy Fire Chief
OPP - Orillia Detachment (via fax: 705-326-4126)
File: T02 TPA
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TEMPORARY PARKING APPROVAL
No. 16-08
LOCATION:
West side of University Avenue from 30m north of Old
Barrie Road to 20m south of the Lakehead University
entrance.
DATE(S):
Thursday, September 8, 2016
PURPOSE:
Lakehead University 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
PROPONENT:
Lakehead University
CONTACT
INFORMATION:
Theresa (T-Bird) Prisciak
Security Services Coordinator
705-330-4008, Ext. 2009
CONDITIONS:
Approval is valid between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m.
Overflow parking will be allowed on the new road in
the Industrial Lands area, however, please recognize
that employees working on the construction of
COSTCO have also been given permission to park
their vehicles there.
Approved :
George Bawa, P.Eng .
Director of Public Works
Copy to:
Proponent
Members of Council
Gayle Jackson , CAO/City Clerk
Shawn Crawford , Manager of Legislative Services
Bob Ripley, Chief Financial Officer
Patty Ward, Recreation Policy and Permitting Supervisor
Mike Dwinnell , Manager of Facilities
Paul Barnetson, Supervisor of Facilities
Peter Ercolini, Superintendent of Roads & Storm
Jennifer Ruff, Manager of Communications
Ralph Dominelli, Fire Chief I Jeff Kirk, Deputy Fire Chief
OPP - Orillia Detachment (via fax: 705-326-4126)
File: T02 TPA
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®rillia
ORILLIA CITY CENTRE
50 ANDREW ST S SUITE 300
ORILLIA ON L3V 7T5
TELEPHONE
Email:
(705) 326-1177
[email protected]
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August 17, 2016
Able Taxi & Delivery Service
43 Mississaga Street East
Ori Ilia, ON L3V 1V4
Dear Mr. Beck,
Re: Request to regulate limousine and taxi services
Thank you for your correspondence dated June 9, 2016 with respect to the above-referenced
matter. I have consulted with City staff on this matter and have been advised of the following
facts :
• Over the past three years, the City has not received any complaints from the
public respecting limousine or shuttle services, regarding fees charged, condition
of the vehicles being used , or issues related to the drivers of such vehicles.
•
A business that provides a limousine or shuttle service that crosses municipal
boundaries is required to be licensed by the Province pursuant to the Public
Vehicles Act (provincial legislation). There is a prescribed fee to obtain such a
licence, as well as insurance requirements. A driver may also require a different
licence classification (i.e. other than G) depending on the seating capacity and/or
weight of the vehicle.
•
The City's Corporate Policy 1.10.2.1 states: "THAT Council avoid licensing
businesses, trades, occupations or callings that are substantially regulated by
Provincial or Federal Legislation."
With this in mind, the licensing of limousine or shuttle services does not appear justified at this
time.
Should you become aware of complaints from the public respecting these type of services,
suggest you refer them to Shawn Crawford, Manager of Legislative Services. If you have any
questions, ease feel free to contact Shawn Crawford directly at (705) 329-7234.
SC/ct
cc: Members of Council
Shawn Crawford, Manager of Legislative Services
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June 9, 2016
Mayor and members of council
At this time I would request that rules, regulations and by-laws
be adopted for the following transportation services.
Limousines, shuttle buses and party vans/buses etc. These
types of services are currently operating within the city of
Orillia without any form of city administration. Without any city
regulations/by-laws these types of service can charge any
amount they see fit without regard to the public. They can also
use any vehicle they want regardless of public safety. These
types of services need to be checked for road worthiness every
5 months. These services deal with the public and as such
should be governed. They should also carry additional
commercial insurance as they transport more people at a time
so their liability is greater. These services should also have to do
criminal checks and the vulnerable sector screening checks. I
ask that this be done as expeditiously as possible. Thank you
for your consideration on this matter
John Beck
Able taxi 705-325-0632.
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50 ANDREW ST S SUITE 300
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TELEPHONE
Email:
(705) 326-1177
[email protected]
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August 17, 2016
Mr. Wayne Hawkins
Orillia, ON Dear Mr. Hawkins,
Re: Email Regarding Concerns at Couchiching Beach/Centennial Park
Thank you for your email dated July 5, 2016 regarding three issues pertaining to Couchiching
Beach Park and Centennial Park. I have discussed your concerns with the Director of Parks,
Recreation and Culture, Director of Public Works and the Manager of Park Planning and
Development and they have provided the following information regarding each issue:
Begg Memorial Fountain
Restoration of the 1935 Begg Memorial Fountain was identified within the Parks, Recreation and
Culture five-year capital budget plan; however, the funding request was not approved due to
other competing budgetary needs. The City's ultimate goal would be to either relocate the
monument within the future greenhouse as a main sculptural piece, or have the mechanical,
electrical and water services for the monument extend from the new greenhouse. This would
eliminate the confined space currently located below the monument which is an inefficient and
costly way to service the founta in. The monument itself has been inspected and appears
structurally sound and not in need of immediate repair.
North Wall of Washroom Building - Graffiti
Removal of the graffiti on the north wall of the washroom building has taken longer than a
standard graffiti removal due to the type of block it is built of. Staff have researched the issue
and has determined a different approach to remove the graffiti. A Purchase Order has been
issued to get the process started as soon as possible. Unfortunately, there is no local contractor
to complete this work. It is expected the application will be completed within the next month.
Boardwalk
Parks' operation staff have been, and are currently replacing deteriorated boards as necessary.
The boardwalk from the boat launch to the former government docks was installed in 2007
utilizing hemlock that is 64 mm thick. The hemlock that was used is a non-standard lumber to
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support the weight of park maintenance equipment. When staff started replacing individual
boards with standard pressure treated lumber, they also recognized that ultimately a wholesale
replacement may be preferable, contingent on the budget provided. In September of 2015, a
number of capital projects were proposed for 2016 by Public Works. One of these, amongst
others, that did not move forward due to overall budgetary limitations was a proposal for
replacement of this boardwalk.
As a result of this project not moving forward, staff have been replacing the more deteriorated
individual boards as they come to our attention up to the limits of our operating budget for repairs.
Repairs began with standard pressure treated lumber, shimmed in place to be level. Same size
lumber has been ordered for 100 boards, which will be milled to the necessary thickness. We
expect this to make a difference, and will continue with replacement within available repair
budgets.
Thank you f contacting Council with your concerns and providing the positive comments
regarding th p rk and flower maintenance, which we will pass on to our staff.
SC/ct .
cc:
Ray Merkley, Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture
George Bowa, Director of Public Works
Members of Council
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From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Carol Trinier
Janet Nyhof
FW: Couchiching Beach Park
Monday, July 11, 2016 9:33:15 AM
From:
Sent: Tuesday, July 05, 2016 1:19 PM
To: MAYOR EMAIL
Subject: Couchiching Beach Park
Mayor Clarke & City Council:
I have delayed writing this memo in regards to the Park for quite some time in hopes that the
following complaints would have been rectified prior to the tourist season beginning on our water
front.
The Park, for myself and many other residents, is a four (4) season attraction and one that we are
immensely proud of.
The moves to beautify the Port area and address the present traffic, road issues in this area is
commendable. However it would appear that the grandiose expansions planned are overshadowing the
much smaller, but equally important issues that are being ignored.
1 - Many years ago a monument was erected for Mothers in the park. This monument could be an
extremely attractive feature if properly maintained and utilized. Previous council discussed this issue,
citing water supply as an obstacle but assurances were given that the situation would be rectified.
Other than a blue paint spray on the ground, normally indicating a water line or source,
noticeable action has not been taken to correct the situation.
2 - The updates to an ageing washroom facility and refreshment stand were planned and new
structures were built to accommodate Park visitors. Our present Council, in conjunction with By Law,
Police Services and input from College students addressed concerns with "tagging" and "graffiti" on
buildings within our City. Our present council took the strong position that all graffiti and tagging
must be removed under the threat of enforcement against those building owners who did not comply.
Apparently this stand did not include City Property! The north wall of the washroom facility was
spray painted in February of 2016 and there has been no attempt to remove the paint which has been
placed on this wall. While I am sure that there will be the excuse or reason that our City Crew is not
qualified or mandated for this task I would not, nor would anyone else, be prepared to accept that.
3 - Perhaps the most important situation is that of a deteriorating and potentially dangerous boardwalk
along our beautiful lake front.
Edging boards have rotted and fallen from the sides, the main boardwalk is an embarrassment with
patch work boards replacing broken, cracked and rotted planks. Safety cones and orange spray paint
dot the length of the boardwalk to indicate damaged area.
Screw nails stick out through rotted areas of boards in numerous areas adding an additional hazard for
adult, children and pets who walk in this area. Many boards have been replaced but this has done
nothing more than magnify the trip factor as the new boards often are higher than the rotting boards
they abut to. The replacement boards appear to be little more than a "make work" project. Individual
replacement of rotting boards require numerous returns to the same work area resulting, normally, in
higher costs. Perhaps the most important feature of the deterioration that has taken place will be the
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Civil Litigation that will take place in the event that someone is seriously injured due to neglect of
proper maintenance of the boardwalk. This is a highly used area on a normal basis and usage is even
higher when the Park is used for special events. It would benefit the City and Council to pay attention
to maintenance of this area. The answer is not shutting down the boardwalk the answer is being
proactive and ensuring that repairs/replacement are carried out in a timely matter.
Our Parks crew does a fabulous job on keeping our park clean, beautiful flowers adorn the park and it
is a jewel for our City.
I would ask that our Council address these situations along with their continuing efforts to complete
the proposed projects for the Port of Orillia.
Respectfully submitted
W.D. (Wayne) Hawkins
Orillia, Ontario
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ORILLIA CITY CENTRE
50 ANDREW ST. S., Suite 300
ORILLIA, ON.
L3V 7T5
Active Transportation
Committee
August 18, 2016
TELEPHONE
(705) 325-1311
FACSIMILE
(705) 325-5178
DIRECT LINE: (705) 329-2452
E-MAIL: [email protected]
Mayor and Members of Council
City of Orillia
50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300
Orillia, ON L3V 7T5
Dear Mayor and Members of Council:
Re:
Active Transportation Committee – 4 Ward Walk – September 17, 2016
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee has planned an event to raise awareness of the
concept of Active Transportation. As you know, there are health, environmental, transportation,
social and economic benefits of building and sustaining a community that supports walking as a
main form of transportation.
Our event involves 4 separate but simultaneous Ward Walks, each of 1.5 to 2 km in length,
beginning and ending at City Hall, led by you the Councillors (with committee members for
support). The date is Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. We will invite
the community to join their Ward Councillors for the walk in their individual wards, and to answer
a user friendly questionnaire which will be returned to the Committee at the end of the walk.
We hope this will provide you with a chance to walk with your constituents while you all take a
look at the “walkability” and/or active transportation features along a specific stretch of your
ward.
For your information we include a copy of the flyer that will be distributed to the community, as
well as the routes we plan to walk and a copy of the questionnaire that will be used.
We hope you will be able to join us for this event, and that you will promote participation among
your constituents. We would appreciate knowing if you will or will not be attending and for this
purpose please contact Robin Cadeau, Assistant Clerk/Committee Coordinator at
[email protected] or 705-329-2452.
Kind regards,
original signed
David Campbell,
Chair.
DC:rc
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4 Ward Walk
Saturday, September 17, 2016
10:30 a.m.
• Join members of City Council and the Active
Transportation Committee for a 1.5 – 2 KM walk
• Learn more about what makes a city walkable and
how active transportation affects you
• Four routes to choose from – 1 in each ward
Meet in the parking lot behind the
Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South
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Advisory
County of Simcoe, Office of the Warden and CAO
1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario L9Y1N6
simcoe.ca
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
County now accepting nominations for the 2016 Newcomer
Recognition Awards
Submission deadline is September 23, 2016
Midhurst/August 18, 2016 – The County of Simcoe Local Immigration Partnership is now accepting
submissions for the 2016 Newcomer Recognition Awards. The event, in its fourth year, recognizes
residents, youth, businesses, schools and organizations working to connect and improve the lives of
immigrants in Simcoe County.
"Help us recognize community leaders who are making an impact to help newcomers transition to
life in Simcoe County," said Warden Gerry Marshall. "Thanks to the work of our Local Immigration
Partnership and all our community partners, this event grows each year and signals our continued
movement towards creating more welcoming, open and diverse communities."
The submission deadline is September 23, 2016. Information and nomination materials are available
in both English and French at immigration.simcoe.ca.
Newcomer Recognition Award categories include:
Immigrant Youth (Individual)
Immigrant Mentor (Individual)
Immigrant Artist (Individual)
Immigrant Entrepreneur (Individual)
Culturally Diverse Workforce/Welcoming Work Environment (Business/Organization)
Marketing and Outreach (Business/Organization)
Multiculturalism through Education (School and Individual Educator)
Community Champion (Individual)
The Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership was established in 2011 and is funded by
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada. The Partnership Council is comprised of numerous
community leaders, including representatives from education, policing, libraries, economic
development, health, housing family counselling and supports, employment services, settlement
services, government, and the United Way of Greater Simcoe County. Visit immigration.simcoe.ca
for more information.
The County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public
services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated
cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.
- 30 Allan Greenwood
Director, Corporate Communications
705-726-9300 ext. 1230
705-794-9301 (mobile)
[email protected]
Collin Matanowitsch
Communications Co-ordinator
705-726-9300 ext. 1430
705-734-8386 (mobile)
[email protected]
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From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:
Carol Trinier
Janet Nyhof
FW: Announcing Proposed Changes to the Four Land Use Plans
Friday, August 12, 2016 10:04:00 AM
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From: Land Use Planning Review [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2016 11:46 AM
To: MAYOR EMAIL
Subject: Announcing Proposed Changes to the Four Land Use Plans
La version française suit.
16-070562
On May 10, 2016, Ontario released proposed changes to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe, the Greenbelt Plan, the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and the Niagara
Escarpment Plan.
Due to high interest in the review and in response to requests made by several municipalities and
stakeholder organizations, we are extending the deadline for comments on the four proposed revised
plans to be submitted.
The deadline to provide input on the four proposed revised plans has been extended to October
31, 2016.
We invite you to provide input on the proposed changes. They were informed by the feedback we
received from Indigenous communities, the public, municipalities, stakeholders and the Advisory Panel
appointed to provide recommendations on how to make the plans better.
Please visit the Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review website at
www.ontario.ca/landuseplanningreview to find “Shaping Land Use in the Greater Golden Horseshoe,” a
guide to proposed changes to the land use plans, and the four proposed revised plans. Comments and
feedback can also be submitted through our website.
The province remains committed to making revisions to the land use plans.
We would like to sincerely thank all those who participated in the review so far. We look forward to
receiving further input on how to further improve the plans and continue to strengthen and support
communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe and Greenbelt.
Sincerely,
Bill Mauro
Minister of Municipal Affairs
17th Floor, 777 Bay Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5G 2E5
Best,
Kathryn McGarry
Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry
Suite 6630, 6th Floor, 99 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1W3
Prolongation de la date limite : Rétroaction sur les quatre plans d’aménagement du territoire
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Le 10 mai 2016, l’Ontario a publié les propositions de modifications au Plan de croissance de la région
élargie du Golden Horseshoe, au Plan de la ceinture de verdure, au Plan de conservation de la
moraine d'Oak Ridges et au Plan d'aménagement de l'escarpement du Niagara.
Compte tenu du grand intérêt suscité par l’examen et des demandes faites par plusieurs municipalités
et organismes d’intervenants, nous prolongeons la date limite pour recevoir les commentaires sur les
quatre projets de plans révisés.
La date limite pour la transmission des observations sur les quatre projets de plans révisés a
été prolongée jusqu’au 31 octobre 2016.
Nous vous invitons à nous transmettre vos commentaires sur les modifications proposées. Ces
modifications tiennent compte aussi bien de la rétroaction des communautés autochtones, du public,
des municipalités, d’autres intervenants à la suite des consultations que nous avions organisées pour
savoir comment nous pourrions améliorer ces plans que des recommandations du comité consultatif
spécialement constitué à cet effet.
Nous vous invitons à visiter le site Web de l’Examen coordonné des plans d’aménagement du territoire,
www.ontario.ca/examenamenagementduterritoire, où nous avons affiché Construire l’aménagement du
territoire dans la région élargie du Golden Horseshoe, un guide des changements proposés aux plans
d’aménagement du territoire, et les quatre projets de plans révisés. Vous pouvez également nous faire
part de vos observations et commentaires sur notre site Web.
La province reste déterminée à réviser les plans d’aménagement du territoire.
Nous tenons à remercier très sincèrement tous ceux et celles qui ont participé jusqu’ici à l’examen.
Nous avons hâte d’apprendre comment nous pourrions améliorer les plans, tout en continuant de
renforcer et d’appuyer les collectivités situées dans la région élargie du Golden Horseshoe et dans la
ceinture de verdure.
Sincères salutations.
Bill Mauro
Ministre des Affaires municipales
17e étage, 777, rue Bay
Toronto (Ontario)
M5G 2E5
Kathryn McGarry
Ministre des Richesses naturelles et des Forêts
Bureau 6630, 6 e étage, 99, rue Wellesley Ouest
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1W3
To unsubscribe from emails on the Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review or Places to Grow, the Ontario government's program to
plan for growth and development, please email [email protected] with the subject "unsubscribe".
Pour ne plus recevoir d’e-mails sur Examen coordonné des plans d’aménagement du territoire ou de Place à la croissance, le
programme du gouvernement de l'Ontario pour planifier la croissance et le développement dans la province; veuillez écrire à
[email protected] avec le sujet "Désabonnement".
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Ministry of
Transportation
Ministère des
Transports
4th Floor, Bldg. D
159 Sir William Hearst
Downsview, Ontario M3M 1J8
Tel.: (416) 235-3598
Fax: (416) 235-3576
4e étage, édifice D
159 Sir William Hearst
Downsview Ontario M3M 1J8
Tél.: (416) 235-3598
Téléc: (416) 235-3576
August 15, 2016
Re: Resurfacing of Highway 12 between 500m west of Simcoe 22 and 315m east
of Fairgrounds Road.
Township of Severn and Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe
Detail Design, G.W.P. 2437-13-00
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is undertaking the Detail Design to resurface 4.9
km of Highway 12 from 500m west of Simcoe 22 to 315m east of Fairgrounds Road,
within the Townships of Severn and Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe (see Key Plan
below).
The project will include:
 Resurfacing of Highway 12 between 500m west of Simcoe 22 and 315m east of
Fairgrounds Road
 Removal and reinstatement of shoulder rumble strips
 Traffic Signal detection loops removed to be upgraded to non-intrusive detection
 Adjustment of steel beam guiderail height
 Reinstatement of pavement markings to current Ministry standards
 Small sign replacement
The ministry is planning to commence construction in May, 2017 with an anticipated
completion date in September, 2017. The work will be carried out during daytime hours
with one lane of traffic open. Advanced signage will be placed to inform motorists of
upcoming closures.
This project is being conducted under the Class Environmental Assessment for
Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000) as a Group ‘C’ Project. Based on a review
of the project and its impacts, it has been determined that there will be no significant
adverse environmental effects associated with this project and thus classified as a
Group ‘C’ project. An Environmental Screening Report will be prepared to document
the design process. There will be no “bump-up” opportunity through this process.
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of this project. Should you have any
comments, concerns or wish to obtain further information regarding this project, please
contact the undersigned.
Sincerely,
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Matthew Waterman
Project Manager
Ministry of Transportation, Central Region
Planning and Design-York/Simcoe
[email protected]
Tel: 416-235-4535
KEY PLAN
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NEWS
Office of the Premier
Ontario Intake for Federal Infrastructure Funds to Begin in Early
September
Premier Wynne Reports on Infrastructure Progress at AMO AGM & Annual Conference
August 15, 2016 9:09 A.M.
Ontario will launch the intake process in early September to identify municipal and First Nations
projects to be funded under phase one of the federal government's new Clean Water and
Wastewater Fund and Public Transit Infrastructure Fund, Premier Kathleen Wynne said today.
Speaking in Windsor at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) AGM and Annual
Conference, the Premier said funding for the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund will be
allocated fairly and transparently, using a formula similar to the one for the Ontario Community
Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), including a minimum base allocation for all recipients. Municipalities
will also be able to apply their OCIF formula grants toward the municipal contribution for these
projects. The Premier also said the province will work to make more support available beyond
OCIF funding, where required, to assist municipalities.
The federal Clean Water and Wastewater Fund will provide more than $560 million for Ontario
over the next two years to support critical, shovel-ready water, wastewater and stormwater
projects across the province.
As announced in the 2016 Federal Budget, the federal Public Transit Infrastructure Fund will be
allocated based on transit ridership numbers. The province is working with the federal
government and municipal partners to announce more details when the application intake opens
in September.
Ontario is investing about $160 billion over 12 years in schools, hospitals, roads, bridges and
transit -- the largest investment in public infrastructure in the province's history. These
investments are supporting more than 110,000 jobs a year, on average.
Investing in municipalities is part of the government's economic plan to build Ontario up and
deliver on its number-one priority to grow the economy and create jobs. The four-part plan
includes helping more people get and create the jobs of the future by expanding access to highquality college and university education. The plan is making the largest infrastructure investment
in Ontario's history and is investing in a low-carbon economy driven by innovative, high-growth,
export-oriented businesses. The plan is also helping working Ontarians achieve a more secure
retirement.
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QUOTES
" The federal government is building on our historic investments in infrastructure by creating
new funding streams to partner with communities on water and wastewater and transit. We're all
eager to get shovels into the ground, so Ontario will launch the intake process for these funds
within a month and will work to make more support available beyond OCIF funding, where
required, to assist municipalities."
- Kathleen Wynne
Premier of Ontario
" As Ontario continues to move forward with the most ambitious infrastructure plan in its history,
partnering with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and its affiliated municipal
organizations across the province is a top priority. To ensure that communities can make the
most of federal infrastructure dollars, I'm excited that the Premier has announced that Ontario
will work to make more provincial support available, where required, to communities under the
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund. It is an acknowledgement of how our government values its
relationship with our municipal partners."
- Bill Mauro
Minister of Municipal Affairs
QUICK FACTS
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In February, the Premier announced that Ontario will triple its investments through the
OCIF. The fund is increasing from $100 million per year to $300 million by 2018-19,
including $200 million per year for predictable, formula-based funding.
In 2016, Ontario will provide municipalities with ongoing support of over $3.8 billion — an
increase of $2.7 billion above the support provided in 2003.
LEARN MORE
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Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund
Available Online
Disponible en Français
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NEWS
Ministry of Economic Development and Growth
Ontario Enhancing Certified Site Program to Help Municipalities
Attract New Jobs and Investment
Program Expanding to Include More Locations and Provide Increased Support
August 16, 2016 12:15 P.M.
Ontario is helping municipalities compete globally and attract new jobs and development by
enhancing a provincial program that certifies industrial lands as ready for development.
The Investment Ready: Certified Site program can help get projects off the ground faster by
marketing sites that have undergone rigorous due diligence to international investors. It gives
potential investors easy access to important property information such as availability, completed
environmental assessments, utility costs and transportation access.
Ontario is making several changes to the program to make it easier for businesses and
municipalities to participate:
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Expanding eligibility to include smaller, non-contiguous lands within business and
industrial parks, not just large contiguous industrial lands of 10 acres or more
Doubling the amount of eligible certification expenses reimbursed to municipalities, from
$25,000 to up to $50,000
Increasing the range of eligible expenses to cover the full certification process, including
application, post-certification site changes and marketing activities
Doubling the certification designation, from two to four years
Introducing a pre-application consultation to help provide municipalities with quick
answers to questions about the program before applying
Ontario now has 16 certified sites. The program recently led to retailer Giant Tiger buying one of
these sites in the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal in Eastern Ontario. It is building a
600,000 square foot state-of-the-art distribution centre on the property, which is expected to
support up to 300 jobs in the region.
Helping communities across the province attract new investment is part of the government's
economic plan to build Ontario up and deliver on its number-one priority to grow the economy
and create jobs. The four-part plan includes helping more people get and create the jobs of the
future by expanding access to high-quality college and university education. The plan is making
the largest infrastructure investment in hospitals, schools, roads, bridges and transit in Ontario's
history and is investing in a low-carbon economy driven by innovative, high-growth, exportoriented businesses. The plan is also helping working Ontarians achieve a more secure
retirement.
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QUOTES
" Ontario is already a pioneer in Canada when it comes to site certification. We listened carefully
to municipalities about how to build on Investment Ready’s success. I am confident these
improvements will help attract more jobs and investment to communities across the province."
- Brad Duguid
Minister of Economic Development and Growth
" Investment Ready provided an excellent return on investment for us. The program encourages
efficient site selection and helps projects get off the ground faster."
- Mayor Patrick Sayeau
Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal
QUICK FACTS
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Ontario has the only province-wide site certification program in Canada. This
strengthens the province’s ability to compete with the United States, which has more
than 35 certification programs.
Ontario’s 16 certified sites and over 20 industrial properties now undergoing certification
will be transitioned into the enhanced program without financial impact.
Certified sites are integrated into Ontario’s investment attraction strategy, and receive
top consideration for strategic investment opportunities in the province.
Changes to the program were made following consultations with municipalities and are
in alignment with recommendations from a comprehensive program review led by
Deloitte Consulting.
Pre-application consultations for the next intake round are open until December 31, so
municipalities can find out more about how to be top-of-mind for potential investors.
LEARN MORE
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Investment Ready: Certified Site Program
Andreas Kyprianou Communications Branch
[email protected]
416-325-2479
Jessica Hume Minister's Office
[email protected]
416-325-7569
Available Online
Disponible en Français
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NEWS
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Applications Open for Funding to Mark 150th Anniversary of
Confederation
Province Investing in Programs and Infrastructure to Support Ontario’s Diverse Culture
August 16, 2016 9:00 A.M.
Ontario is encouraging municipalities, community organizations and Indigenous groups across
the province to review and apply for funding programs to mark the 150th anniversary of
Confederation.
As one of the founding members of Confederation, Ontario will celebrate this milestone with
events and opportunities that showcase Ontario's diversity and create a strong and lasting
economic, social and cultural legacy.
The Ontario150 community grant programs include:
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A Community Capital Program that will provide $25 million to help municipalities and
non-profit organizations renovate, repair and retrofit existing community and cultural
infrastructure to increase accessibility, improve safety and maximize community use
(applications will be accepted until September 14, 2016).
A Partnership Program that will provide $5 million to support new partnerships and
collaborations that engage enable and empower youth as the next generation of Ontario
leaders (applications will be accepted until September 30, 2016).
A Community Celebration Program that will provide $7 million to help connect Ontarians
to their communities and with opportunities to explore their heritage, allowing Ontarians
the opportunity to celebrate this historic year in a way that is appropriate and meaningful
for them (applications will be accepted until September 2, 2016).
Investing in programs and infrastructure for Ontario's 150th anniversary is part of the
government's economic plan to build Ontario up and deliver on its number-one priority to grow
the economy and create jobs. The four-part plan includes helping more people get and create
the jobs of the future by expanding access to high-quality college and university education. The
plan is making the largest infrastructure investment in hospitals, schools, roads, bridges and
transit in Ontario's history and is investing in a low-carbon economy driven by innovative, highgrowth, export-oriented businesses. The plan is also helping working Ontarians achieve a more
secure retirement.
QUOTES
" With our province’s 150th anniversary quickly approaching, I look forward to recognizing this
important milestone with a plan that will engage youth, encourage cultural expression, promote
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participation in sport and recreation and create jobs and economic opportunities in every corner
of the province. Our Ontario 150 program will leave a lasting legacy for our communities and I
look forward to working with local leaders, our federal partners and indeed all Ontarians in
celebration of this milestone anniversary."
- Eleanor McMahon
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport
QUICK FACTS
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Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia are the original provinces of Canada,
formed when British North American colonies federated on July 1, 1867.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) will administer the Community Capital Fund. OTF
is one of Canada’s largest granting foundations, and has invested almost $1.5 billion
since 2003 in projects to help build healthy and vibrant communities.
LEARN MORE
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Visit the Ontario150 webpage to learn more about the grant programs, including who is
eligible and how to apply.
Jeff Costen Minister’s Office
[email protected]
(416) 314-4266
Denelle Balfour Communications Branch
[email protected]
(416) 326-1724
Available Online
Disponible en Français
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