Committee of the Whole

THAT the Committee of the Whole agenda for February 14, 2024, be approved as presented.

THAT the Council Information Packages dated January 24, 2024 and February 7, 2024 having been given due consideration be received for information.

THAT Council approve the proposed amendments to the Traffic/Parking By-law 2022-02, as outlined within the staff report. AND THAT staff be directed to bring forward a By-law for Council approval.

THAT Council approve the acquisition of a second 4.3 m drainage easement across 45 Edward to address the drainage ditch encroachment; AND THAT staff bring forward an easement agreement and by-law for Council approval

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 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 Updated to Q1-2024 Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada partnership Review partnership opportunity and provide options for participation. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2024

and Councillor S. Marchand

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 Options for an accessible mat at municipal beaches Provide options and costs for providing an accessible mat on municipal beaches Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2024

and Councillor B. Waters

THAT the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene does not provide concurrence for the telecommunication tower proposed at 17 Poyntz Street by Shared Tower Inc. AND THAT a copy of Council’s decision be provided to Industry, Science and Economic Development Canada.

THAT the draft Affordable and Sustainable Housing Community Improvement Plan prepared by Tim Welch Consulting and NPG Planning Solutions be received. AND THAT staff be directed to schedule a Public Meeting on the draft Affordable and Sustainable Housing Community Improvement Plan prepared by Tim Welch Consulting and NPG Planning Solutions to obtain feedback from the public.

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 ATV/ORV pilot project Review rules of regulations to conduct a pilot project to allow ATV/ORVs on municipal roadways Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024 updated from Q4-2023 Cell tower public notification procedure Public Notice protocols and procedures for proposed telecommunications towers. Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024

THAT the Huronia Airport Commission’s 2024 capital funding shortfall of $2,528, funded by the Town’s Asset Management Reserve, be approved.

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 (CL) To provide paper ballots as an option for consideration in the 2026 Municipal Election Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2025 Staff position of "Grants Writer" (CAO/HR) To provide options for a staff position to focus on grant opportunities and applications. Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024 Updated from Q4-2023 Non-resident fee review (FIN) Review fees for non-residents related to all municipal services. Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024 Community Grant Program Review (FIN) Review of the process and evaluation for Community Grant requests. Mayor D. Rawson Q2-2024