Regular Council

THAT as per the recommendation of the Transportation & Environmental Services Section, the Council of Town of Penetanguishene participate in the annual Tree Seedling Distribution Program for 2014; AND THAT the Town provide a joint distribution location and assist with seedling pick up and sorting for the Towns of Midland and Penetanguishene.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Penetanguishene Public Library Board, the Recreation & Cultural Services Section and the Finance & Corporate Services Section the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve that the Library Outdoor Sign replacement capital project be

THAT as per the recommendation of Heritage Penetanguishene in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act and the Recreation and Cultural Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve that the following property be officially placed on the Town of Penetanguishene Heritage Property Registry for consideration for heritage designation: 500 Church St (specifically the Oak Ridge Building located on Oak Ridge Drive) *the Oak Ridge Maximum Secure building and surrounding fenced in property in its entirety which has been considered the Oak Ridge site. Roll # 437201000820500 Oakridge Former Tay Township Part Lot 122/123/124, concession 1 AND FURTHER THAT Heritage Penetanguishene will undertake a property evaluation for the property on the official registry.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Recreation and Cultural Services Section and Finance and Corporate Services, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve that $6,500 in surplus funds from the rub rail capital project budget be reallocated to purchase decorative lighting for the Town Wharf for seasonal and year round use.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Recreation and Cultural Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve that the Ship’s Company of Penetanguishene have exclusive use of slips T11 and T20 to house their replica boats the Badger and the Lynx at no cost; AND THAT in lieu of payment for the slip rentals the Ship’s Company of Penetanguishene make a payment of $850 to offset costs associated with the use of the garage building at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum; AND FURTHER THAT a five year agreement be established to address the free use of Town slips T11 and T20 and the usage of the garage building at the Museum for a rental of $850.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Planning & Development Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve in principle the revised Building Permit Fees; AND THAT a public meeting be held in January for said proposed fees in accordance with the Ontario Building Code; AND FURTHER THAT subject to the comments provided at the public meeting, that said proposed fees take effect February 1, 2014.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Planning and Development Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve the submission of a funding application under the Rural Economic Development (RED) program for the completion of a hotel feasibility study; AND THAT upon receipt of acceptance of said application, that the 10% ($3,000) funding required for the application be funded from the Community Development Fund.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Transportation and Environmental Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve the amendment to the Town’s Traffic/Parking By-law for additional roads to be added to Schedule “K” Heavy Vehicles uses restricted through the Town (outlined in the attached map); AND THAT the CAO/Town Clerk be directed to bring forward the necessary By-law amendment for Council approval; AND FINALLY THAT upon passing of said By-law amendment, that Staff be directed to implement the additional required signage.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Transportation & Environmental Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve the development of two (2) bike lanes proceed in partnership with the Town of Midland and “Friends of Fuller Avenue”; AND THAT said lanes be developed along Fuller Ave from the Waypoint Limits to the Town Boundary line in Penetanguishene; AND FURTHER THAT the costs associated with the development of the lanes be funded from development charges (maximum of 10%), with the balance of the required funds to be obtained via grants and/or fundraising; AND FINALLY THAT a copy of this report be provided to the Town of Midland for their joint support and partnership for the continued development of the two (2) bike lanes along Fuller Avenue within the boundaries of the Town of Midland.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Finance and Corporate Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene that the voting method for the 2014 Municipal Election be held via telephone and internet voting (advance voting) and traditional paper ballot with tabulator counting on Election Day; AND THAT Staff enter into the necessary agreements to provide for said voting methods for the 2014 election.

THAT as per the recommendation of the Seniors Council, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene endorse the nomination of Kate Boyce for the Seniors Achievement Award.

THAT the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene endorse the appointment of Sherry Anne Desjardins to the Penetanguishene Seniors Council effective from November 27, 2013 to November 30, 2014.

THAT the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene endorse the appointment of Christiana Jupp to the Heritage Penetanguishene Advisory Committee effective from November 27, 2013 to November 30, 2014.

THAT by-law 2013-87, being a bylaw to Amend By-law 2012-23, Being a By-law Consolidating the Traffic/Parking and Use of Highway Regulations of The Corporation of the Town of Penetanguishene (Heavy Vehicle and Pedestrian Crossovers), be read a first time and deemed to be read a second and third time and

THAT By-law 2013-88, being a by-law to Amend By-law 2010-50, as amended Being a By-Law to Regulate the Town of Penetanguishene Water Works Utility, to Establish Fees and Charges for Water Works and Waste Water Services Provided (Adjustment for Infrastructure Projects), be read a first time and deemed to be read a second and third time and

THAT By-law 2013-90, being a By-law to Repeal By-law 2013-61 Being a By-law to Establish a Pre-Servicing Agreement with STONETOP HOLDINGS INC. for lands described Parts 5 and 6, 51R-38857 comprising Phase 2a and Phase 2b, Town of Penetanguishene, County of Simcoe, ( Bellisle Heights Subdivision – Phase 2a), be read a first time and deemed to be read a second and third time and

THAT as per the recommendation of the Transportation and Environmental Services Section, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene approve that liquidated damages continue to be deducted from contract progress payment certificates. AND THAT Town staff be instructed to convene a meeting with the contractor in an effort to address the outstanding project impact claims made by the contractor. AND THAT Town staff be instructed to report back to section for further direction once all information pertaining to these claims has been submitted by the contractor for Town review.

THAT as per the previous direction provided to Staff by Council, the Transportation & Environmental Services Section recommend to Council to reaffirm the provisions of the report dated December 12, 2012 which include:- The sale and conditions of the unopened road allowance of Gordon Dr and related parts;- The allowance for permit parking until April 2013. AND THAT the Little Sandy Bay Association be notified of Council’s direction.

THAT the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene direct Staff to meet with the Little Sandy Bay Lane Association to negotiate the sale of the unopened road allowance of Gordon Drive and related parts in the amount of $15,000; AND THAT the permit parking for said residents be extended until April 2015 as previously provided for in the Traffic and Parking By-law.