Malahide Township Council Meeting Minutes August 17

Corporation of the Township of Malahide

August 17, 2000 - 8:00 p.m.

Malahide Township Council met at the above time with all members present except for Mayor van Kasteren.

The Minutes of August 5, 2000, were considered. Council passed the following Resolution:

Moved by: Kathleen Schaper No. 412

Seconded by: Max Moore

THAT the Minutes of August 3, 2000, be adopted as printed and circulated.

Carried.

The following were present for the meeting: Brian Horlick and D.Carlson.

Public Meeting: 8:00 p.m. Applicant: Brian and Kristen Horlick

Part Lots 21 and 22, Concession 10 (geographic Township of South Dorchester), Township of Malahide

Rezoning

The following public record was made:

PROCEDURE UNDER PLANNING ACT 1995

Public Meeting:

Applicant: Brian and Kristen Horlick

Owner: Part Lots 21 and 22, Concession 10,

Rezoning.

1. Public Meeting with respect to introduce a by-law to amend the zoning to amend their zoning from Rural Residential Special Zone (RR5) to Rural Residential (RR).

2. Notice of this meeting was given in the prescribed manner by publication in a newspaper of general circulation at least thirty days prior to this meeting. This meeting was advertised in the Aylmer Express on July 19^th and 26^th, 2000. A copy of the advertisement is attached to this record. In addition, affected property owners within 120 meters were sent a notice by prepaid first class mail.

3. Anyone who wants further notice of the passage of this by-law, the reasons for it and how the by-law proposes to accomplish the stated purpose.

4. The Clerk or Planner will now explain the purpose of the by-law, the reason for it and how the by-law proposes to accomplish the stated purpose.

The Applicants wish to amend their zoning from the Rural Residential Special Zone (RR-5) to Rural Residential (RR) for the purposes of severing and conveying a portion of the subject lands to a neighbouring property. The completion of a severance and conveyance would be necessary.

5. Chairman asks are there any person who wish to make a written or oral submission on the proposed by-law.

6. Chairman has support for by-law given.

Catfish Creek Conservation Authority - No objections.

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7. Chairman hears objections:

Nil

8. Chairman hears applicant.

Nil

9. Chairman may limit presentations etc. to ensure meeting is conducted in orderly fashion.

10. Chairman concluded public meeting.

Advise public will consider all matters placed before it prior to coming to a decision or Council may elect to proceed on a motion on the proposed by-law.

11. Results / Action taken: By-law No. 00-46 passed.

J. R. Wilson R. Millard

CHAIRMAN CLERK

Council passed the following Resolution:

Moved by: Kathleen Schaper No. 413

Seconded by: Paul Faulds

THAT By-law No. 00-46 be read a first and second time.

THAT By-law No. 00-46 be read a third time and finally passed (Horlick Rezoning).

Carried.

The following were in attendance for the Ungar Minor Variance: Pearl Ungar

Moved by: Jack Dykxhoorn No. 414

Seconded by: Paul Faulds

THAT the Committee of Adjustments for the Township of Malahide be called to order and that John Wilson be appointed Chairman for the “Committee of Adjustments”.

Carried.

Minor Variance: Applicants: Michael and Pearl Ungar

Owners: Part Lot 31, Concession 3, Malahide.

Application No. V3/99

Public Meeting

Committee of Adjustments

The Following public record was made:

1. Public Meeting with respect to reduce front yard requirement from 14.5 M to 12 M.

2. Notice of this meeting was given in the prescribed manner on August 4, 2000, at least ten days prior to this meeting. A copy of the notice is attached to this record. Affected property owners within 60 meters were sent a notice by prepaid first class mail.

3. Anyone who wants further notice of the passage of this decision and who have not received previous notification should give their name and address.

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4. The Clerk or Planner will now explain the purpose of the variance the reason for it.

The Applicants intend to build a greenhouse.

5. Chairman asks are there any person who wish to make a written or oral submission on the proposed minor variance.

Nil

6. Chairman has support for variance given.

7. Chairman hears objections:

Nil

8. Chairman hears applicant.

Nil

9. Chairman may limit presentations etc. to ensure meeting is conducted in orderly fashion.

10. Chairman concluded public meeting.

Advise public will consider all matters placed before it prior to coming to a decision or Council may elect to proceed on a motion.

11. Results / Action taken: Variance No. V3/00 passed.

NOTE: Decision must be in written form.

In the matter of section 44 of the Planning Act, Zoning By-law No. and an application for Minor Variance; permission to allow a reduced front yard depth to 12 meters from 14.5 meters for a greenhouse.

1. The Exemption for front yard is only granted for this structure. Any future building must meet minimum front yard requirement.

Notice is hereby given that the last date for appealing this decision to the Ontario Municipal Board is September 18, 2000.

The following were in attendance to present Council with a petition from ratepayers along Woolleyville Line: Chris & Wil Dancey and Velma Sheppard and James Barat.

Ms Dancey questioned the August 3^rd minutes, as she had the understanding that the Clerk was authorized to provide her with a written report. Council indicated that information is still being collected and that after Council reviews the material it will be made available for Ms. Dancey.

The results from the water samples will not be fully available for approximately one month.

A copy of the Official Plan will be made available to Ms. Dancey. Ms. Dancey presented the Deputy Mayor with a copy of her correspondence. Council thanked her for attending.

Council expressed their concerns about damage being done to the newly paved roads in Springfield by the Sewage contractors. The Road Superintendent was directed to document those areas of the road that have been damaged.

The Road Superintendent was directed to see if contractors were available to cut roadside weeds. Council authorized the use of part time staff for extended hours to cut the grass.

The Road Superintendent was directed to contact Mr. Reymer to determine if he wants changes made to Bradley Creek Line. The wide gravel area is being damaged by vandals. Mr. Reymer’s response is to be made available immediately to Council.

THAT By-law No. 00- 44 be read a third time and finally passed (Jolliffe Drain).

THAT By-law No. 00-40 be read a third time and finally passed (Rush Creek Drain).

THAT Cash Disbursement Journal No. 140 to No. 143 in the amount of $727,185.84 be passed and ordered paid.

The Clerk noted that a petition was received for the installation of a waterline along Norton Street in Orwell. Since this petition was not in the correct format, staff have prepared a correctly worded petition to be re-circulated.

The Clerk reported that pursuant to direction from the Ontario Energy Board, there will be some notices placed in the local newspaper with regard to the proposed sale of the Utility.

THAT Cheque No. 138 to No. 141 in the amount of $22,155.95 be passed and ordered paid.

Correspondence from the CCCA was noted with regard to decks and other attachments being constructed in the trailer parks in Port Bruce. Staff are to meet with the Catfish Creek Conservation Authority staff and prepare a report with recommendations for Council’s consideration.

THAT Malahide Township Council are concerned about the ongoing cutting of Conservation Authority funding for flood control.

Council directed that the Ministry be notified of Council’s concerns with a copy to MPP Steve Peters.

THAT the Township of Malahide supports the resolution of the Town of Cobalt with regard to being invoiced for late payment on School Board payment.

THAT the Township of Malahide supports the resolution of the Town of Ancaster for the Provincial and Federal Government to take immediate action to ensure the survival of the Ontario cash crop producers through Agricorp.

Council were in agreement to postpone the proposed Planning Meeting of August 24^th, until further information was available.

THAT staff be directed to meet with the Catfish Creek Conservation Authority staff and bring back a report with recommendations about ongoing construction occurring in Port Bruce Trailer Park.

THAT Council move into “Committee of the Whole” to discuss a legal matter.