Regular Council

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accepts the agenda as presented.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accept the Consent Agenda items 4.1-4.19 for information with the exception of 4.3, 4.4, 4.5 and 4.6; AND FURTHER THATthe minutes of the July 11, 2016 meeting of Council be adopted.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth continue to support the motion of the County of Renfrew regarding integration of the Rural Economic Development Program into the Jobs and Prosperity Fund.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth support Consent Item 4.6 regarding the benefit and value of initiatives to recognize campgrounds as small businesses and pay the same taxes as other small businesses.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth support the County of Perth's resolution of July 7, 2016 regarding consulting rural Ontario with the design and implementation of the Ontario Government's Climate Change Action Plan.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth open a Public Meeting to consider an amendment to the Municipality of West Perth Zoning By- law 100-1998 that affects property in the Municipality described as Part of Park Lot 81 and 82, Registered Plan No. 341 initiated by Ken and Deb Rose, the agent for the owner.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth close a Public Meeting to consider an amendment to the Municipality of West Perth Zoning By- law 100-1998 that affects property in the Municipality described as Part of Park Lot 81 and 82, Registered Plan No. 341, initiated by Ken and Deb Rose, the agent for the owner.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth considered all written and oral submissions received pertaining to proposed By-law Z182-2016, the effect of which will help Council to make an informed decision.

THAT By-law Z182-2016, Being a By-law to amend By-law 100, 1998, The Zoning By-law of the Municipality of West Perth, for property in the Mitchell Ward described as Part of Park Lot 81 and 82, Registered Plan No. 341 (Mitchell Ward) be read a first and second time this 81h day of August, 2016.

By-law Z182-2016, be read a third and final time this sth day of August, 2016.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth award the tender for the construction of the Siemon Municipal Drain, Logan Ward, to Robinson Farm Drainage Ltd. in the amount of $59,500.00 plus HST.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth authorize staff to discuss the need for an additional Crossing Guard location at Huron and Napier with the Huron Perth Student Transportation Service to determine if the service is warranted; and further, If the discussions with the Huron Perth Student Transportation Service result in a clear warrant for the service level increase, that staff investigate technical requirements for the Crossing Guard location for the start of the school term in September; and further, THAT the West Perth Crossing Guard service at St. David Street and Ontario Street be confirmed for September, 2016 until December 2016; and further, Budgetary shortfalls for this increase in the level of Crossing Guard Service for 2016 be funded from cost savings in the Police Service budget and reserves.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth make the following appointments to Council Committees: Bluewater Recycling - Councillor Cheri Bell Energy and Environment - Councillor Bob Burtenshaw Executive Committee - Councillor Mike Tam, effective immediately, and further that these appointments be confirmed by By-law.

WHEREAS the Ontario 150 Community Capital Program has been established to strengthen communities by supporting the repair, renovation or retrofitting of existing infrastructure to better address the diverse needs of Ontario communities while fostering economic growth; and WHEREAS the West Perth Facility Audit (2012) identified a number of items that are in need of attention at the Mitchell and District Arena and Community Centre as capital projects in order to sustain the life cycle of the building; and, WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of West Perth has determined that these facilities and the proposed upgrades are considered to be of significant importance to the continuation of the local infrastructure; now therefore, THE COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF WEST PERTH hereby directs staff to submit an application under the Ontario 150 Community Capital Program 2016; and further THAT the submission include plans for insulating and exterior finish work of the north and west walls of the Mitchell and District Arena; and further THAT the submission include insulating and exterior finish of the entire north wall, parts of the south, east and west walls and the entire roof of the West Perth Community Centre.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth direct staff to proceed with the splash pad improvement projects with preparations being done in 2016 and additional features being purchased through fundraising and 2017 budget considerations.

THAT the Council of the Muni'cipality of West Perth let tenders for: 1. Crushing Granular "A" and stockpiling 15,000 MT; and 2. a 3/4 ton pickup truck AND FURTHER THAT bids for each Tender will be received until September 6, 2016 till 12:00 p.m. local time at the Municipal Office, 169 St. David Street, Mitchell.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth submit an application to the Ontario 150 Community Celebration Program to support costs incurred to build awareness, excitement and broad public participation in the 150th Anniversary; AND THAT the Municipality of West Perth contact Youth Organizations to see if there is interest in the Ontario 150 Partnership Program.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth authorize staff to proceed with the Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments to be completed by MTE Consultants for the Hibbert, Fullarton and Logan Properties at a total cost of $57,000; and further, THAT it be recognized by Council that the costs to dispose of these facilities will need to be increased ; and further; THAT this increase in the Budget for increased costs of property disposal be funded through reserves.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth support the Mitchell & District Agricultural Society Silent Auction by offering a chance to be "Mayor for a Day." as a donation.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth permit Libra Credit Union, Stratford, to promote their company at the Splash Pad provided they sponsor an Open Swim in conjunction with their request. Should there be continued interest in this project that negotiations be promoted to secure sponsorship of splash pad improvements.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth note and file a request for the removal of stop signs at Line 32 and Road 150.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth raise the International Association of Lions Club flag in recognition of its 1OOth Anniversary of Service to Humanity in the spring of 2017.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth permit Walkom's Valu- mart to use a portion of the sidewalk and parking spaces in front of 120 Ontario Road to serve food as a promotional event on September 2, 2016 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for the Ontario Cattlemen's Association in accordance with By-law 79-2010 .

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth approve the minutes of the August 8, 2016 Planning Advisory Committee meeting including a recommendation to the County of Perth Land Division Committee regarding Consent B25/16 including six conditions as recommended by the Planning Advisory Committee.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accepts the reports from staff and Councillors as presented at the August 8, 2016 Council meeting; and further that all committee minutes and correspondence not specifically dealt with by resolution be received and filed.

THAT By-law 50-2016, Being a By-law to require the Identification of Truss and Lightweight Construction in Commercial and Industrial Buildings and Residential Occupancies with three or more dwelling units; By-law 51-2016, Being a By-law to appoint members of Council of the Municipality of West Perth to Committees for 2016-2017 and to amend By-law 20-2016 be read a first and second time this 8th day of August, 2016.

THAT By-law 36-2016, Being a By-law to provide for drainage works known as the Siemon Municipal Drain 2016, Logan Ward; By-law 41-2016, Being a By-law to provide for drainage works known as the Jarmuth Municipal Drain 2016, Logan Ward; By-law 50-2016, Identification of Truss and Lightweight Construction in Commercial and Industrial Buildings and Residential Occupancies with three or more dwelling units; By-law 51-2016, Appoint members of Council to Committees be read a third and final time this 8th day of August, 2016.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth adjourn into a Closed Session at 9:40 p.m. in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239, for the following purpose: (b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth reconvene in open session at 9:55 p.m.

THAT By-law 52-2016 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of West Perth for the meeting dated August 8, 2016 be read a first, second and third time , and finally passed this 8th day of August, 2016.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth adjourn the Council meeting at 10:00 p.m.