The South Frontenac Record

Council

June 20, 2023

Who was there

Present (7): Leonard, Morey, Pegrum, Ruttan, Sleeth, Trueman, Ron Vandewal

Absent (1): Roberts

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (26 motions)

24 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That the Council meeting of June 20, 2023 be called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Godfrey, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Carried
That the agenda be amended to withdraw Business Item 10. a) Municipally Significant Event Designation for the Bellrock Community Hall – Summer Social Fundraising Event at the request of the applicant, and as amended, be approved.
Moved by Councillor Trueman, seconded by Councillor Leonard
Carried
That the public meeting be called to order.
Moved by Councillor Ruttan, seconded by Councillor Morey
Carried
That the public meeting be closed.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That the minutes of the May 30, 2023 Council meeting and the June 6, 2023 Council meeting be approved.
Moved by Councillor Godfrey, seconded by Councillor Ruttan
Carried
That Council approve, in principle, the draft Encroachment Agreement, attached as Attachment #5, to recognize the encroachment of the accessory building, being a detached garage and a portion of the driveway; and That Council direct staff to prepare a subsequent report containing a by-law and complete Encroachment Agreement for Council approval following the conclusion of the sale of 195 Riders Lane.
Moved by Councillor Leonard, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That Rose Hahn be granted an exemption from Section 3 Clause f) of By-law Number 2015-41, As Amended, “A By-Law To Prohibit And Regulate Noise Within The Township Of South Frontenac”, to permit amplified music for a Celebration of Life on July 8, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm., at 1001 Lines Lane, Perth Road. That Ryan Arcand be granted an exemption from Section 3 Clause f) of By-law Number 2015-41, As Amended, “A By-Law To Prohibit And Regulate Noise Within The Township Of South Frontenac”, to permit a home based wedding with live music, followed by amplified music from 1:00 pm on July 15, 2023 until 11:00 p.m. on July 15, 2023, at 2535 Sands Road, Battersea.
Moved by Councillor Pegrum, seconded by Councillor Ruttan
Carried
That Charlene Lyon be granted an exemption from Section 3 clauses e) and f) of By-law Number 2015-41, As Amended, “A By-Law To Prohibit And Regulate Noise Within The Township Of South Frontenac”, to permit a motorcycle rally and amplified music from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm on August 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2023 at 4625 Wolfe Swamp Road, Harrowsmith.
Moved by Councillor Pegrum, seconded by Councillor Ruttan
Deferred
That the Noise By-law Exemption Application regarding 4625 Wolfe Swamp Road be
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Deferred
That Council direct staff to advance the proposed gravel road renewal program on Ramparts Road, Burridge Road, and Garrett Road as part of the 2023 program.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Leonard
Carried
That Council designate the Frontenac Farmers Market Special Events on July 14th, August 4th, and October 13th, 2023, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith as municipally significant event as required by the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for a Special Occasion Permit (SOP) for the sale and consumption of alcohol at the events.
Moved by Councillor Ruttan, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Carried
That Council approve the bid submission from Jeff Wallen’s Construction in the amount of $177,967.05 (including HST Rebate) for tender PS-2023-18 – Glendower Net Sport Court Upgrades; That Council authorize the Public Services Department to enter into an agreement with Jeff Wallen’s Construction for a revised contract amount of $154,521.54 (including HST rebate); and That Council authorize a project budget increase in the amount of $34,521.54 to be funded from the Asset Investment Reserve.
Moved by Councillor Godfrey, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Carried
That Council accept the recommendation of the Public Services Department to proceed with minor site improvements to the Davidson Beach pathway to improve access.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That Council approve the implementation of speed limit changes reflective of the TAC Speed Limit recommendations outlined on Page 3. of the Report dated June 20, 2023; and That Council direct staff to prepare an amendment to the Roads, Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2000-01 to incorporate the proposed speed limit change on all five sections of road.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Carried
That By-law 2023-52 to amend the zoning on lands known as 5356 New Morin Road Unit A, Part of Lot 1, Concession 8, District of Portland, Township of South Frontenac be given first and second reading.
Moved by Councillor Morey, seconded by Councillor Ruttan
Carried
That By-law 2023-52 be given third reading, signed and sealed.
Moved by Councillor Godfrey, seconded by Councillor Leonard
Carried
That By-law 2023-53 to amend the zoning on lands known as 1006 Busch Lane Unit A, Part of Lot 9, Concession 10, District of Loughborough, Township of South Frontenac be given first and second reading.
Moved by Councillor Leonard, seconded by Councillor Godfrey
Carried
That By-law 2023-53 be given third reading, signed and sealed.
Moved by Councillor Pegrum, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That By-law 2023-54 to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a subdivision agreement with 1278840 Ontario Limited for the Hartington Phase 1 Plan of Subdivision be given first and second reading.
Moved by Councillor Ruttan, seconded by Councillor Morey
Carried
That By-law 2023-54 be given third reading, signed and sealed.
Moved by Councillor Leonard, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That By-law 2023-55, attached as Exhibit A, being “A By-law To Amend By-law 2009-08, As Amended, “A By-law Respecting Water Service Charges in South Frontenac Township” be given first and second reading.
Moved by Councillor Leonard, seconded by Councillor Pegrum
Carried
That By-law 2023-55 be given third reading, signed and sealed.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Sleeth, seconded by Councillor Trueman
Carried
That Council approve the following recommendations: 1. Whereas Transport Canada issued by Order of the Port of Victoria Harbour Master, on November 1, 2001, the Standards for Float Homes, and Live Aboard Vessels in Victoria Harbour; and Whereas Transport Canada has yet to apply the same standards to floating containers and/or floating homes in Ontario; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council authorize staff to draft and send a letter to Transport Canada and the Minister of Transportation, requesting that Transport Canada apply the same standards as outlined within the Standards for Float Homes and Live-Aboard Vessels in Victoria Harbour; and That a copy of the letter be provided to Scott Reid, M.P., Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston. 2. That Development Services staff prepare a Report to Council regarding the ability of the Township of South Frontenac to regulate floating containers and/or floating homes.
Moved by Councillor Ruttan, seconded by Deputy Mayor Sleeth
Carried
That By-law 2023-56, being a by-law to confirm generally all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Township of South Frontenac, be given first and second reading.
Moved by Councillor Trueman, seconded by Councillor Leonard
Carried
That By-law 2023-56, being the confirmatory by-law, be given third reading, signed and sealed.
Moved by Councillor Pegrum, seconded by Councillor Morey
Carried
That the Council meeting of June 20, 2023 be adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Ruttan, seconded by Councillor Godfrey
Carried

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