Coordinated Committee

RESOLVED THAT the Coordinated Committee hereby receives the information from Mr. Keshavan from Ontario Clean Water Agency with respect to the Wasaga Beach Water Pollution Control Plan Road Map Study, for information. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT the Public Works Section of Coordinated Committee hereby receive the enclosed Drainage Master Plan Study - West End Study Report for information; AND FURTHER THAT the presentation regarding this subject provided by Tatham Engineering Ltd. at the August 11, 2022 Coordinated Committee meeting is hereby received. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT the Community Services Section of Coordinated Committee receive the July, 2022 Fire Department Report, for information. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT the Community Services Section of Coordinated Committee hereby receive the August 11, 2022 Consent Agenda Items 3.4 through to 3.6, and that all the recommendations contained therein be adopted, excluding Agenda Items pulled from the motion and voted on separately. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT the Public Works Section of Coordinated Committee hereby receives the August 11, 2022 Consent Agenda Items 4.4 through to 4.6, and that all the recommendations contained therein be adopted, excluding Agenda Items pulled from the motion and voted on separately. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT the Development Services Section of Coordinated Committee hereby receives the August 11, 2022 Consent Agenda Items 5.4 through to 5.6 and that all the recommendations contained therein be adopted, excluding Agenda Items pulled from the motion and voted on separately. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

THAT Development Services Section of Coordinated Committee receives the Information Report for Site Plan Application SP05/21 – 21 Poplar Glen Road for information. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

RESOLVED THAT General Government Section of Coordinated Committee hereby receives the August 11, 2022 Consent Agenda Items 6.4 through 6.6, and that the recommendations contained therein be adopted, excluding Agenda Items pulled from the motion and voted on separately. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

That the General Government Section of Coordinated Committee receive the Director of Building and Development Services, Chief Building Officials report entitled Climate Change Action Plan -Charting our Path Forward. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

THAT General Government Section of Coordinated Committee receive information pertaining to MOLTSD orders issued to the Town. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, David Foster, and George Watson Nays/Abstained: Joe Belanger

Where as Wasaga Beach council declared a climate emergency on May 13, 2021; and Whereas the Wasaga Beach Climate Action Team had made a deputation to council, followed by a meeting with the Mayor and key staff members; and Whereas at said meeting the climate action team was asked to collect data from neighbouring municipalities related to their actions in mitigating and adaptation of environmental concerns, including but not limited to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions; and Whereas the data has been collected and communicated to the Mayor and council and designated town liaison; and Whereas the data clearly identifies that Wasaga Beach is lagging well behind in addressing these serious environmental concerns Vs neighbouring municipalities; and Whereas all levels of government have placed a strong focus on addressing climate change concerns with the Federal level establishing the five mile stones for municipalities, the Provincial level setting out guidelines in regulation 588/17 and Simcoe County having identified best practices for municipalities; Then I motion that an CLIMATE CHANGE Advisory Committee to council be established as soon as possible and further that their top priority is to assist council and staff in the development of a Wasaga Beach Climate Action Plan; and further that an appropriate amount be allocated in the 2023 budget for required consulting fees to ensure the completion of a climate action plan ASAP. Yea: Joe Belanger Nays/Abstained: David Fost

Whereas Council declared a climate emergency on May 13, 2021; And Whereas the Wasaga Beach Climate Action Team made a deputation to council, followed by a meeting with the Mayor and key staff members requesting that the Town adopt a Climate Action Plan; And Whereas Council requested staff to share information about the various actions the Town is taking to mitigate the negative effects of climate change; And Whereas Town Departments have reported to Council on their various initiatives to address the impacts of climate change; And Whereas the Planning Department is incorporating Climate Change policies in the proposed new Official Plan; And Whereas the Town has established a Climate Action page on its web site; And Whereas a staff member has become a member of the Climate Change Exchange and been assigned the responsibility to research and bring forward recommendations for Council’s consideration on the best approach to creating and implementing a Climate Action Framework; And Whereas some municipalities in Simcoe County have moved forward with a stand-alone plan and others have not or are reviewing their options; And Whereas some municipalities have established Climate Change Advisory Committees to advise Council on matters pertaining to Climate Change; And Whereas this term of Council has almost ended; Be it resolved that the Council of the Town of Wasaga Beach requests that staff bring forward the concept of establishing Climate Change Advisory Committee to the next Counci

Whereas we (continue to) learn more about truth and reconciliation, I believe small steps, such as a Land Acknowledgment at our meetings, will bring a greater awareness to all and is a sign of respect and gratitude towards the indigenous people, the original stewards of this land, we live, work and play on today; And Whereas at our June 29, 2021 council meeting we agreed to learn more about the indigenous history of our area and the challenges faced by the local indigenous community; And Whereas with the 2nd National Truth & Reconciliation day rapidly approaching; Be It Resolved that the Council of the Town of Wasaga Beach introduce a Land Acknowledgement to be read at all Wasaga Beach Council, Committee and Advisory Committee meetings; And Further That the Communications Department assist with appropriate wording to be introduced by September 2022. Yea: Sylvia Bray, David Foster, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, and George Watson Nays/Abstained: Nina Bifolchi

Resolved that pursuant to Section 239 (2) (a) of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, the next portion of the August 11, 2022 Coordinated Committee Meeting will move into Closed Session to discuss the security of the property of the municipality or local board. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, Stan Wells, Joe Belanger, David Foster, and George Watson

That Committee receive the report from the CAO provided in Closed Session pertaining to municipal property negotiations, for information; And that Council confirm the direction provided to the CAO in Closed Session. Yea: Nina Bifolchi, Sylvia Bray, and Stan Wells Nays/Abstained: Joe Belanger