Committee of the Whole

THAT the Committee of the Whole agenda for March 8, 2023, be approved as amended.

THAT the Council Information Packages of February 15, 2023 and March 1, 2023 having been given due consideration be received for information.

THAT the use of a Subdivision Bond as security for the St. Andrew’s Village Pre-Servicing Agreement is approved.

THAT the Transportation and Environmental Services Section endorse the following additional and existing referrals to upcoming agendas and staff: Future Agenda Items: Item Key Deliverables Council Member Expected Date Stormwater management best practices and engineering standards Review and public consultation Councillor J. Klug Q4-2022 updated to Q2-2023 Traffic Calming measures on roads and sidewalks with a priority of streets with no sidewalks Recommendations for traffic calming and street safety for pedestrians. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 County of Simcoe Transit Connections service improvements Investigation of opportunities to improve the County of Simcoe Transit connections. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 Review of Highway and Parking By-law Identify options for overnight parking in municipal parking lots (eg: Curling Club) Mayor. D. Rawson Q3-2023 Transit Ridership Funding Identify options for supplementing or funding seniors' transit ridership fees Mayor D. Rawson

THAT this report be received for information.

THAT this report be received for information. REFER BACK TO STAFF iii) Terms of Reference – Town Dock Technical Advisory Committee of Council PL-2023-07 There was an in-depth discussion regarding the composition of the TAC, specifically surrounding the property owner's position on the advisory committee as well as the number of committee members. It was moved by Deputy Mayor D. La Rose that the report be

THAT the Terms of Reference for the Town of Penetanguishene Town Dock Technical Advisory Committee (Town Dock TAC) be approved in accordance with Staff Report PL-2023-07. AND THAT the following three (3) members of Council be appointed to the Town Dock Technical Advisory Committee: 1. _______________________________________ 2. _______________________________________ 3. _______________________________________

THAT the Town of Penetanguishene pass a Parkland Dedication By-law in accordance with Staff Report PL-2023-11 to provide for the conveyance of land for a park or other public recreational purposes or the payment of cash-in-lieu of a conveyance of land, as a condition to the approval of a plan of subdivision, consent, or the development or redevelopment of land.

THAT the Planning and Community Development Services Section endorse the following additional and existing referrals to upcoming agendas and staff: Future Agenda Items: Item Key Deliverables Council Member Expected Date Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) Identify opportunities and challenges of implementing a MAT Tax Councillor G. Vadeboncoeur Q2-2023 Vacant Commercial Property Options Identify options and tools for encouraging use of vacant commercial properties through rebates / surcharges Mayor D. Rawson Q3-2023 Review of By-law 2013-12 related to leaf collection identify opportunities and challenges for amending By-law 2013-12 Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 Review of Open-air burning By-law Review rules and regulations for Open Air Burning By-law Councillor G. Vadeboncoeur Q4-2023 updated to Q2-2023

WHEREAS the goal of Bee City Canada designation is to promote healthy, sustainable habitats and communities for pollinators; THAT bees and other pollinators around the globe have experienced dramatic declines due to land fragmentation, habitat loss, use of pesticides, industrialized agriculture, climate change and the spread of pests and diseases, with serious implications for the future health of flora and fauna; AND THAT cities/townships/First Nation communities and their residents have the opportunity to support bees and other pollinators on both public and private land; AND THAT supporting pollinators fosters environmental awareness and sustainability, and increases interactions and engagement among community stewards; AND THAT by becoming a Bee City, the Town can highlight initiatives already in place and further engage local communities in an environment of creativity and innovation which will promote a healthier life for our community; AND THAT staff be authorized to submit the Bee City Canada Application to designate the Town of Penetanguishene as a Bee City; AND NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: THAT the Town of Penetanguishene accepts the designation and commits to the standards of the Bee City Canada Program. AND THAT $1,000 be included in the 2024 operating budget to support future Bee City Canada initiatives. AND FURTHER THAT staff return to Committee of the Whole with opportunities for residents to participate in pollinator p

WHEREAS the Town of Penetanguishene adopted a Climate Change Action Plan; AND WHEREAS one of the Town of Penetanguishene’s community strategic goals is to celebrate and strengthen its natural environment; NOW BE RESOLVED THAT a portion of Therrien Park and the JT Payette Park be naturalized for the benefit of the environment and the Penetanguishene community.

THAT the Recreation and Community Services Section endorse the following additional and existing referrals to upcoming agendas and staff: Future Agenda Items: Item Key Deliverables Council Member Expected Date Bee City Canada Staff to provide options and details of joining Bee City Canada Deputy Mayor A. Dubeau Q2-2023 Dog Park Fencing Height Review of current height, standards and options for improvement. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 Champlain Cultural Event Review options for a signature summer event focusing on Champlain Huron Wendat development and local culture. Mayor D. Rawson Q3-2023 Winterama growth and expansion Review options for growth and expansion of Winterama Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 updated from Q3-2023 Communities in Bloom Champion Review options for participating and success in Communities in Bloom Mayor D. Rawson Q4-2023 Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association Request to Blaze Trail Provide options for allowing Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association to blaze trail in Penetanguishene Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023 Fee Waiver Request Policy Review the threshold for staff approval of fee waiver requests Mayor. D. Rawson Q3-2023 Digital Signs /Municipal Modernization Fund Report Provide options for digital information signage throughout the municipality. Councillor G. Vadeboncoeur Q4-2023

THAT the Finance and Corporate Services Section endorse the following additional and existing referrals to upcoming agendas and staff: Future Agenda Items: Item Key Deliverables Council Member Expected Date Paper Ballot consideration in 2026 Municipal Election To provide paper ballots as an option for consideration in the 2026 Municipal Election Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2025 Staff position of "Grants Writer" To provide options for a staff position to focus on grant opportunities and applications. Mayor D. Rawson Q3-2023 Review of Municipal Tax Rate as it relates to Municipal Services To review the Municipal Tax rate related to properties and municipal services. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2023