THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINE

Council Minutes

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Council Chambers, Municipal Administration Centre
Council Present
  • Mayor Kenneth Craig
  • Deputy Mayor Andrea Clarke
  • Councillor Beth Blackwell
  • Councillor Rory Cavanagh
  • Councillor Mike Hinchberger
  • Councillor Doug Kennedy
  • Councillor Jennifer Prenger
  • Councillor Amanda Steinhoff-Gray
  • Councillor Bill Stewart
Staff Present
  • Jillene Bellchamber-Glazier, Chief Administrative Officer
  • Jennifer Lawrie, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk
  • Roxana Baumann, Director of Corporate Services
  • Lorie Fioze, Manager Strategic Initiatives
  • Alex Flanagan, GIS & Asset Management Coordinator
  • Jayne Jagelewski, Director of Community Services
  • Dwayne McNab, Manager of Development Services
  • Adam Weishar, Director of Infrastructure and Development
  • Nicole Bauman, Legislative Services Administrative Assistant

1.
Call to Order

 

Mayor Kenneth Craig called to order the Special Meeting of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administration Centre.

The Special Meeting was called to discuss key economic pillars for Kincardine and Municipal surplus lands.

1.1
Land Acknowledgment Statement

 

Mayor Craig opened the meeting with the Land Acknowledgment Statement.

2.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof

 

None disclosed.

3.
Business for Which the Special Meeting is Called

 

3.1
Presentation from Sectors of Local Economy

 

a.
Tourism Sector

This item has attachments. 
1.Impact of Tourism in Kincardinebs.pdf

Kim Clarke, Regional Tourism Organization 7, provided a presentation on the impact of Tourism in the Municipality of Kincardine. The presentation included RTO7's four pillars: marketing/promotion, workforce development, product/experience development and industry attractions. The presentation also included the impact of tourism statistics, and the environmental, social and financial sustainably of tourism. Three things the Municipality can do today develop a Sustainable Tourism Plan, use Short Term Accommodation Licensing and Municipal Accommodation Tax By-law and collaborate with other with similar goals.

Council asked about the impacts of Municipal Accommodation Tax, and Municipal role in Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, 

b.
Agricultural Sector

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1.BCFA 2023.pdf

Chris Cossitt, President -  Bruce County Federation of Agriculture (BCFA) provided a presentation on the agricultural industry. The presentation included background on what the BCFA does, information on their membership, economic impact of agriculture, lobbying efforts, biofuels and biohydration in Bruce County, support for the Ontario Federation of Agriculture Provincial Priorities and responsible land use.

Councillor Steinhoff-Grey arrives at 5:35 p.m.

Council discussed biofuel and diesel trucks for Municipal fleets. 

c.
Nuclear Sector

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1.Bruce Power Presentation.pdf

Jennifer Edey, Bruce Power, Senior Vice-President, Operational Services & Business Development provided a presentation on Bruce Power. The presentation included the nuclear industry's contribution to Ontario power, life extension and MCR (major component replacement) program, medical isotopes, provincial goals for nuclear power, Bruce C opportunity and Impact Assessment process and engagement with the Municipality. 

Council discussed milestones for Bruce C that may impact municipal planning, and impact on housing.

3.2
Key Economic Pillars for Kincardine and Municipal Surplus Lands - CAO General-2023-27

This item has attachments. 
1.Key Economic Pillars for Kincardine and Municipal Surplus Lands - CAO General-2023-27.pdf
2.Municipal Surplus Land Inventory Report - May 2023.pdf
3.Municipal Surplus Lands Report - October 2023.pdf
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 01
    Moved by:Andrea Clarke
    Seconded by:Amanda Steinhoff-Gray

    That Staff be directed to bring a report back on the following properties regarding their potential land development uses:

    - Armow Women's Institute - 806 Concession 7, legally known as Con 7 Pt. Lot 16 RP 3R7579; Part 1 Roll No. 410821000223500 

    - Brucedale Community Centre - 1046 Concession 12, legally known as CON 13 PT LOT 11, Roll No. 410826000318100

    - Elgin Market Park & Former Landfill - LOT 34 TO 38 PRINCES W/S PT LOT 36 TO PT LOT 40 QUEEN E, Roll No. 410822000113901

    - Tiverton Cemetery Expansion - King Street Tiverton legally known as Plan 210 Pt Lot 59 RP 3R8687; Parts 1 and 2 Roll No. 410826000604610

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 02
    Moved by:Bill Stewart
    Seconded by:Mike Hinchberger

    That the properties on Inverhuron Lots 2, 3 & 4 Albert W, Roll # 410826000412102 be declared surplus to the needs to the municipality; and

    That Council direct Staff to commence the process of disposal per Policy ADMIN.03 “Sale and Disposition of Land Policy”.

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 03
    Moved by:Bill Stewart
    Seconded by:Doug Kennedy

    That Council declare surplus to the needs of the municipality the following lands located on Birchwood Avenue; and 

    That Council direct Staff to commence the process of disposal per Policy ADMIN.03 “Sale and Disposition of Land Policy”:
    a)    Vacant Lot on Birchwood Avenue, Legal Description PLAN 3M210 BLK 15, Roll No. 410821000500628;
    b)    Vacant Lot on Birchwood Avenue, Legal Description PLAN 3M210 BLK 14, Roll No. 410821000500624.

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 04
    Moved by:Jennifer Prenger
    Seconded by:Mike Hinchberger

    That Council declare surplus, the western portion of the property located at 543 Bervie Side Road, legally know as Con 1 NDR Pt Lot 50 Roll # 410821000122100, commonly known as the Bervie Community Park, per the site plan in the proposal of purchase provided to Council; and

    That council direct staff to commence the sale process per policy as noted in Admin.03 “Sale and Disposition of Land” Policy and the procedures for disposal by Real Estate firm or Broker.

    Referred.
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #12/06/23 - 05
    Moved by:Beth Blackwell
    Seconded by:Rory Cavanagh

    That this motion be referred to staff for a report on the property boundaries recommended to be made surplus.

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 06
    Moved by:Bill Stewart
    Seconded by:Mike Hinchberger

    That Council declare surplus to the needs of the municipality the property at Entrance to Motel Kincardine Ave legally known as Plan M50 BLKB Roll No. 410826000615605; and 

    That Council direct Staff to commence the process of disposal per Policy ADMIN.03 “Sale and Disposition of Land Policy”.

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 07
    Moved by:Amanda Steinhoff-Gray
    Seconded by:Andrea Clarke

    That Staff provide a report on what municipal land would be appropriate for cooperative housing initiatives.

    Carried.
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 08
    Moved by:Bill Stewart
    Seconded by:Beth Blackwell

    Motion to extend the meeting for 15 minutes

    Defeated.

4.
Confirmatory By-law

 
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 09
    Moved by:Mike Hinchberger
    Seconded by:Amanda Steinhoff-Gray

    That the By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine of December 6, 2023 be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2023 - 196.

    Carried.

5.
Adjournment

 
  • Resolution #12/06/23 - 10
    Moved by:Andrea Clarke
    Seconded by:Bill Stewart

    That this Special Council Meeting adjourns at 7:50 p.m.

    Carried.
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