Council Meeting

THAT the following by-laws be introduced and taken as read a first and second time, and that they be given consideration in Committee of the Whole: By-law 2023-66 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61, being entitled the Township of Chatsworth Comprehensive Zoning By-law, (Part Lot 30, Concession 5, Geographic Township of Holland, Township of Chatsworth, (no assigned address) File #Z11/2023) By-law 2023-67 Being a By-law to authorize the Township of Chatsworth to enter into the Agency Agreement, as defined herein, between CHUMS Financing Corporation and Local Authority Services, as Agent, and Eligible Investors with respect to “One Investment”, and to authorize the Treasurer to execute the necessary documents from time to time for that Purpose

THAT the Consent Agenda items be hereby received for information except for the following: Item 11.1.d.a. Township of Clearview Resolution December 11, 2023 Re: Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support Item 11.1.d.b. City of Greater Sudbury Resolution December 5, 2023 Re: Amendment to the Occupational Health and Safety Act to Clarify the Definition of "Employer"

THAT Committee of the Whole receive the 2022 draft financial statements presented by Vicky Watson from BDO Canada LLP for information; and FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that the 2022 Financial Statements be accepted as presented.

THAT Committee of the Whole receive information presented by Richard Thomas, Library Board Chair and Tim Nicholls Harrison, CEO/Chief Librarian of the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library regarding the 2024 budget.

THAT Report 2023-05 2023 Q3 building activity statistics, be hereby received for information.

THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2023-56 regarding draft fees and charges by-law be hereby received; and FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole recommends that Council hold a public meeting on the proposed fees and charges by-law. Resolution 2023-38-15 Moved by: Shawn Greig Seconded by: Elizabeth Thompson THAT Committee of the Whole recommend to Council that CAO Clerk's Report 2023-56 - Draft Fees and Charges By-law be

THAT Council extend the meeting past 10:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2023-59 regarding Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit be hereby received for information.

THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2023-61 regarding the 2023 BioGrid Budget be received; and FURTHER THAT due to the late hour, the item be

THAT the following by-law(s) be

THAT the actions taken in Committee of the Whole today be confirmed by this Council; and FURTHER THAT staff be authorized to take the actions necessary to give effect to the approved recommendations contained within the staff reports; and FURTHER THAT by-laws under consideration be presented to Council for third reading.

THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as revised.

THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on December 6, 2023 and the Planning Minutes dated December 6, 2023 be confirmed as recorded.

THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.

THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2023-60 regarding the Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library be hereby received for information.

THAT Council hereby rescinds its previous motion with regard to the 2024 Owen Sound North Grey Union Public Library Budget; and FURTHER THAT Council supports both the 2024 budget and participation in the Owen Sound North Grey Union Public Library Agreement. Mayor Mackey requested a recorded vote on the following motion: CAO Clerk called the question. Councillor Greig - Yes Mayor Mackey - Yes Deputy Mayor McKay - Yes Councillor Thompson -Yes Councillor Whitten - Yes

THAT Fire Chief’s Report 2023-12 dated December 20, 2023, regarding the November 2023 Fire Department Activity Report be hereby received for information.

THAT Public Works Report 2023-46 be hereby received for information; and FURTHER THAT, Committee of the Whole recommend to Council to accept the change order to install sod instead of hydroseeding on the portion of this works

THAT Treasurer’s Report 2023-14 regarding an agreement between the Township of Chatsworth and Local Authority Services and CHUMS Financing Corporation be hereby received; and FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that the Treasurer be delegated authority to enter into and execute the Agency Agreement with One Fund Investments between CHUMS and Local Authority Services (LAS) for the investments of municipal funds; and FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole recommends that draft By-Law 2023-67 be adopted.

THAT Committee of the Whole recommend to Council that CAO Clerk's Report 2023-56 - Draft Fees and Charges By-law be

THAT Council has approved a municipal contribution of $15,000.00 with a ridership fee increase from $.55/km to $1.09/ km, and increasing the base fee from $7.50 to $8.00 with an effective date of April 1, 2024.

THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2023-62 regarding an Operating Agreement with Ontario Clean Water Agency to operate the lagoon system be hereby received; and Page 7 of 10 Township of Chatsworth Council Minutes, December 20, 2023 FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole recommend to Council that the Services Agreement with Ontario Clean Water Agency to operate the lagoon in the amount of $48,792 for 2024 and an increase of CPI and insurance costs in years 2 and 3 be approved; and FURTHER THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement.

THAT Township of Chatsworth Council hereby support the resolution from the Township of Clearview regarding Cemetery Transfer/Abandonment Administration & Management Support; and FURTHER THAT the Township of Clearview be notified of our support.

THAT Township of Chatsworth Council hereby support the resolution from the City of Greater Sudbury regarding Amendment to the Occupational Health and Safety Act to Clarify the Definition of "Employer"; and FURTHER THAT the City of Greater Sudbury be notified of our support.

THAT Committee of the Whole rise as Council to report and confirm the actions taken in Committee of the Whole.

THAT the following by-laws be taken as read a third time, signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Corporate Seal:  By-law 2023-66 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61, being entitled the Township of Chatsworth Comprehensive Zoning By-law, (Part Lot 30, Concession 5, Geographic Township of Holland, Township of Chatsworth, (no assigned address) File #Z11/2023)  By-law 2023-67 Being a By-law to authorize the Township of Chatsworth to enter into the Agency Agreement, as defined herein, between CHUMS Financing Corporation and Local Authority Services, as Agent, and Eligible Investors with respect to “One Investment”, and to authorize the Treasurer to execute the necessary documents from time to time for that Purpose

THAT By-law 2023-68 being a by-law to confirm all actions and proceedings of the December 20, 2023 Council meeting be hereby read a first, second, and third time, signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Corporate Seal.