Council Meeting

THAT the draft agenda presented to Council and dated the 24th day of October, 2023 be adopted as prepared.

THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of October 10th, 2023 be adopted as circulated.

WHEREAS at their Regular Council Meeting of February 14 th , 2023 Council adopted the Terms of Reference for the Recreation, Parks and Culture sub-committee, the East Ferris Beautification Project; AND WHEREAS as of October 17 th , 2023 the Beautification Committee has fulfilled their purpose with the creation of the independent East Ferris Horticultural Club; AND WHEREAS the Recreation, Parks and Culture Committee resolved that the Beautification Sub-Committee be dissolved as of October 24 th , 2023; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Council repeal the Terms of Reference for the East Ferris Beautification Project.

WHEREAS the East Ferris Horticultural Club has been created and is comprised of community volunteers; AND WHEREAS the Club is in the process of incorporation as a non-profit organization with the Ontario Horticultural Societies of Ontario and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs; AND WHEREAS the Club’s objectives are to plant flowers, shrubs and trees on public property as well as to promote and support gardening in East Ferris; AND WHEREAS the Municipality received a letter of request for sponsorship to aid in the Club’s fundraising efforts; AND WHEREAS the Recreation, Parks and Culture Committee recommends to Council that a donation of $250.00 be granted to the East Ferris Horticultural Club as part of their sponsorship program to assist in their fundraising efforts. BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Council approves of this recommendation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to authorize the following speed limit(s) on certain Highways within the Municipality of East Ferris BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2023-45; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to enter into an agreement between the Township of Papineau-Cameron, the Municipality of Calvin, the Municipality of Mattawan and the Municipality of East Ferris for a Building Inspector to enforce the Building Code Act BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2023-46; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

THAT Council approve the Correspondence and Information as circulated with the agenda of October 24th, 2023.

THAT the Council for the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Town of Aurora's resolution regarding opposing Strong Mayor Powers.

THAT the Council for the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Town of Midland's resolution regarding Catch and Release Justice in Ontario.

WHEREAS Club Action 50+ East Ferris were successful in a $150,000 funding application submission to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for renovations to the kitchen at the Corbeil Park Hall; AND WHEREAS the kitchen renovation project is estimated to cost $168,000; AND WHEREAS the Corbeil Park Hall is available for use to the Municipality at no cost, and to the general public and various user groups for rent; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of East Ferris is the owner of the Corbeil Park Hall and deems it beneficial to invest in this asset to the benefit of the community and its users; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council for the Corporation of the Municipality of East Ferris approves a cash contribution of approximately $18,000.00 to the kitchen renovation project; AND FURTHER THAT the Municipality agrees to assist with cash flowing the project should the need arise and at the discretion of the Municipal Treasurer.

THAT Council approve the general accounts for the Municipality of East Ferris as indicated in the cheque register(s) dated October 24th, 2023 in the amount of $308,558.97.

THAT this meeting proceeds to In-Camera session at 7:35 p.m., under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25 in order to address a matter pertaining to the 2023 Sports Hall of Fame Program nominations: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.

THAT we do now adjourn this In-Camera meeting at 7:42 p.m. and return to our regular session of Council.

WHEREAS Council reviewed the In-camera minutes from the Recreation, Parks and Culture Committee meeting held October 17 th , 2023 regarding the 2023 Sports Hall of Fame Program nominations; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Council approves of the recommendation from the Recreation, Parks and Culture Committee and approve the three nominations selected: Benjamin Gaudreau – Hockey Player (Athletic Category) Danika Ranger – Hockey Player (Athletic Category) Terry and Lois Kelly – Management of East Ferris Fitness Centre (Builder Category)

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council from October 10th, 2023 to October 24th, 2023, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2023-47; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

THAT we do now adjourn at 7:44 p.m. and meet again on November 14th, 2023.