Committee of the Whole

THAT the Committee of the Whole agenda for September 11, 2024, be approved as presented.

THAT the Council Information Packages having been given due consideration be received for information.

THAT Council approve the implementation of the following Traffic Calming measures on Bellisle Road:  Extend the 40 km/hr posted speed limit on Bellisle Road from Poyntz Street to Thompsons Road;  Installation of a Level 2 Type “D” Pedestrian Cross Over at the Bellisle Road and Gignac Intersection in accordance with the Ontario Traffic Manual - Book 15;  Extend the Community Safety Zone on Bellisle Road from Poyntz Street to Thompsons Road.

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 for Bellisle Drive / Thompsons Road Recommendations for traffic calming and street safety for pedestrians. Councillor S. Marchand Q3-2024 Septage disposal and treatment resolution Follow up with options and a resolution for septage disposal Councillor G. Vadeboncoeur Q4-2024

THAT the 2026 capital project for Memorial Park include concept designs, public consultation and detailed engineering designs following Council adoption of a design.

THAT the Capital Plan be updated as outlined under the financial section of the report to include repairs to the North and Concrete Wharfs; AND THAT staff proceed with procurement efforts to advance the repairs to the sink hole in the North Wharf in advance of the 2025 boating season if feasible.

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 Skateboard Park Review Public consultation on growth and development Mayor D. Rawson Q4-2024

THAT Zoning By-law Amendment Application File No. Z.A. 4/2022 respecting 221 Fox Street be approved as revised on the basis that the applications are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and conform to the Growth Plan, the County of Simcoe Official Plan, and the Town of Penetanguishene Official Plan and represents good planning for the reasons outlined in Staff Report PL-2024-44. ANT THAT the Draft Plan of Subdivision (File No. PEN-SUB-2022-01) respecting 221 Fox Street be approved as revised on the basis that the applications are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and conform to the Growth Plan, the County of Simcoe Official Plan, and the Town of Penetanguishene Official Plan and represents good planning for the reasons outlined in Staff Report PL-2024-44. AND THAT a By-law (Attachment #4) to amend the Town of Penetanguishene Zoning By-law 20002-02 be passed. AND THAT a By-law (Attachment #5) to amend the Town of Penetanguishene Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-17 be passed. AND FURTHER THAT the Director of Planning and Community Development be authorized to grant draft plan approval to the revised Draft Plan of Subdivision Attachment #2 to PL-2024-44, subject to the Draft Plan Conditions contained in Attachment #6 to PL-2024-44.

THAT the Town of Penetanguishene include funds in the 2025 Capital Plan for the Building Department to complete a comprehensive review of Building Permit Fees. AND THAT Council directs staff to discuss a reduction in the customer service and staffing levels with the Town of Midland to reduce the financial impact.

THAT the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene has determined that Zoning By-law Amendment application Z.A. 2/2024 is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and conforms to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, the County of Simcoe Official Plan, and the Town of Penetanguishene Official Plan. AND THAT Zoning By-law Amendment application Z.A. 2/2024 being a municipally initiated housekeeping amendment be approved. AND FURTHER THAT Council pass a by-law to amend the Town of Penetanguishene Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-17, to enact Z.A. 2/2024.

THAT Council approve the Draft Telecommunication Tower Notice Protocol in accordance with Staff Report PL-2024-47.

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 Cell tower public notification procedure Public Notice protocols and procedures for proposed telecommunications towers. Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024 HCF Affordable Housing Project Provide options to assist and support HCF affordable housing project Mayor D. Rawson Q3-2024 updated to Q4-2024 161 Church Street Options for future use including parkland or other options to define and clarify use. Mayor D. Rawson Q4-2024 Loitering By-law Perform an environmental scan of the downtown core and explore requirements for a loitering by-law Mayor D. Rawson

THAT FIN-2024-22 2023 Year-End Financial Information Report be received for information; AND THAT the 2023 non-cash transactions as reported in the 2023 audited financial statements be approved without amending the budget; AND FINALLY THAT the 2023 reserves and reserve funds continuity schedule be approved.

THAT $10,000 of the 2023 surplus be allocated to the Fire Department’s Volunteer Firefighter Training budget in 2024; AND THAT $45,121 of the 2023 surplus be utilized to pay down the balance of the Public Works Fuller Avenue Bike Lane internal loan (2 years early); AND FINALLY THAT $155,352 of the 2023 surplus be transferred to the Town’s asset management reserve.

THAT $87,640.11 be included in the 2025 capital budget process for the implementation of Phase 2 of the digital records management project; AND THAT phase 2 be funded by the 2024 Capital Carry Forward, Water and Wastewater rates & Service Delivery Review Reserve.

THAT Council approve the Fire Service Feasibility Study Executive Steering Committee as presented; AND THAT Council approve the Terms of Reference for the Executive Steering Committee.

THAT the Finance and Corporate Services Section endorse the following additional and existing referrals to upcoming agendas and staff with the removal of the GBGH MRI expansion project referral item. Future Agenda Items: Item Key Deliverables Council Member Expected Date Paper Ballot consideration in 2026 Municipal Election (CL) Provide paper ballots as an option for consideration in the 2026 Municipal Election Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2025 Non-resident fee review update (FIN) Review fees for non-residents related to all municipal services. Mayor D. Rawson Q1-2024 Updated to Q4-2024 Warming/Cooling Centers (FES) Options for warming and cooling centers including policy, support and resources Councillor D. Leroux Q4-2024