Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (12 motions)
12 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
THAT the Council of the Town of Halton Hills meet in closed session in order to address the following matters: 2.2 COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT NO. CSE-2024-007 dated October 28, 2024 regarding the security of the property of the municipality or local board. (Facilities) 2.3 COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT NO. CSE-2024-012 dated October 7, 2024 regarding a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations
Moved by Councillor C. Somerville, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky
Carried
THAT the Council for the Town of Halton Hills reconvene this meeting in open session.
Moved by Councillor C. Somerville, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky
Carried
THAT the following minutes are hereby approved: 6.1 Confidential Minutes of the Council Meeting held on Monday October 7, 2024. 6.2 Minutes of the Council Meeting held on Monday October 7, 2024. 6.3 Minutes of the Statutory Public Meetings held on Monday October 7, 2024.
Moved by Councillor C. Somerville, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky
Carried
THAT the following Consent Items are hereby approved: 1. Invasive Species Study THAT Memorandum No. CSE-2024-007 dated October 8, 2024 regarding Invasive Species Study be received. 2. Development of the Outdoor Sports Strategy in Halton Hills THAT Memorandum No. CSE-2024-009 dated October 6, 2024 regarding Development of the Outdoor Sports Strategy in Halton Hills be received. 3. Housekeeping Amendment for the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-0050, as amended THAT Memorandum No. PD-2024-009 dated October 15, 2024 regarding Housekeeping Amendment for the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-0050, as amended be received.
Moved by Councillor M. Albano, seconded by Councillor J. Fogal
Carried
THAT Council do now convene into General Committee.
Moved by Councillor M. Albano, seconded by Councillor B. Inglis
Carried
THAT the recommendations contained in the following Immediate Action Item Reports from the Monday October 28, 2024 General Committee Meeting are hereby adopted as presented: Report No. ADMIN-2024-023 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0150) Report No. ADMIN-2024-024 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0151) Report No. FIRE-2024-006 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0153) Report No. PD-2024-077 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0154) Report No. PD-2024-079 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0155) Report No. PD-2024-082 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0157) Report No. PD-2024-085 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0158) Report No. PD-2024-086 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0159) Report No. PD-2024-087 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0160) Report No. TPW-2024-022 (Recommendation No. GC-2024-0164)
Moved by Councillor M. Albano, seconded by Councillor R. Norris
Carried
THAT the recommendations contained in the following Confidential Reports & Memorandums from the Monday October 28, 2024 Closed Session of Council are hereby adopted as presented; AND FURTHER THAT staff carry out any of Council's direction on these matters as set out in the Confidential minutes dated October 28, 2024. Report No. CSE-2024-007 Report No. CSE-2024-012 Report No. CSE-2024-014 Memorandum No. PD-2024-011 Report No. PD-2024-091
Moved by Councillor J. Brass, seconded by Councillor R. Norris
Carried
WHEREAS the Town has received a request from the Esquesing Historical Society to name the bridges in Glen Williams; AND WHEREAS the Town’s street naming policy does not cover the naming of Town infrastructure; AND WHEREAS in 1996 the bridge located on Main Street between St. John Anglican Church and St. Alban’s Anglican church was named the Williams Bridge; AND WHEREAS the Esquesing Historical Society is requesting to name the bridge on Main Street close to Confederation Street the “Inglis Bridge” in honour of the entire Inglis family of stonemasons, especially Gerry Inglis for their work on the cenotaph and the numerous examples of his work throughout the Town; AND WHEREAS the Esquesing Historical Society is requesting to name the third bridge located on Main Street the “Forster Bridge” as it is at the base of Forster Street which was named in honour of the Rev. Forster of Norval, respected Methodist preacher and good friend of the Williams family; AND FURTHER THAT the Heritage Halton Hills Advisory Committee and Glen Williams Ratepayers Association endorse the naming of the bridges in Glen Williams in accordance with the letter from the Esquesing Historical Society; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the naming of the bridges in Glen Williams “Inglis Bridge” and “Forster Bridge”; AND FURTHER THAT the cost of the plaques (approximately $2,000 each) be incorporated into the construction capital costs when the bridges are repaired and reconstructed.
Moved by Councillor J. Brass, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky
Carried
WHEREAS the Town of Halton Hills Council’s Strategic Plan priority includes creating and supporting a Thriving Economy where Halton Hills is showcased as a prime investment destination, where employment land development is expedited, and where new non-residential investment is attracted; AND WHEREAS the Town has in place comprehensive Economic Development & Tourism and Foreign Direct Investment strategies to advance Halton Hills’ long-term economic prosperity; AND WHEREAS the Town of Halton Hills has a dedicated team of Economic Development professionals; AND WHEREAS the continued attraction of non-residential investment is critical to the Town’s ability to attract quality local jobs, expand non- residential assessment and increase municipal revenue growth; AND WHEREAS the increased municipal revenue generated through economic development activity is critical to the Town’s ability to effectively and efficiently deliver municipal services; AND WHEREAS the Town of Halton Hills has a diverse mix of employment areas and commercial centres that support a robust and diversified economy; AND WHEREAS, achieving and supporting a thriving economy requires an ongoing commitment to the implementation of applicable economic strategies and initiatives, to match community growth and to be resilient to changing economic conditions; AND WHEREAS, aligned with its Strategic Plan, the Town of Halton Hills Council has a key role in supporting, encouraging and fostering local economic growth for t
Moved by Councillor D. Keene, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky
Carried
THAT the General Information Package dated October 28, 2024 be received.
Moved by Councillor J. Brass, seconded by Councillor B. Inglis
Carried
THAT the following Bills are hereby passed by Council; AND FURTHER THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said by-laws and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto: BY-LAW NO. 2024-0081 A By-law to establish a System of Administrative Penalties (Parking) and to repeal By-law 2022-0002. BY-LAW NO. 2024-0082 A By-law to amend Appendix A in the User Fees By-law 2023-0105. BY-LAW NO. 2024-0083 A By-law to adopt Amendment No. 57 to the Official Plan of the Town of Halton Hills – Stewarttown Secondary Plan. BY-LAW NO. 2024-0085 A By-law to amend By-law No. 2023-0096 for the appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing the Town’s Parking By-laws and other By-laws as designated by the Clerk & Director of Legislative Services. BY-LAW NO. 2024-0084 A By-law to adopt the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 28th day of October, 2024 and to authorize its execution.
Moved by Councillor J. Brass, seconded by Councillor J. Fogal
Carried
THAT this Council meeting do now adjourn at 6:46 p.m.
Moved by Councillor J. Brass, seconded by Councillor J. Racinsky