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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-09-10Clar*wn Electronic Council Communications Information Package Date: September 10, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM Alternate Format: If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator, at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Members of Council: In accordance with the Procedural By-law, please advise the Municipal Clerk at clerks@clarington.net, if you would like to include one of these items on the next regular agenda of the appropriate Standing Committee, along with the proposed resolution for disposition of the matter. Items will be added to the agenda if the Municipal Clerk is advised by Wednesday at noon the week prior to the appropriate meeting, otherwise the item will be included on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled meeting of the applicable Committee. Electronic Council Communications Information Package (ECCIP) September 10, 2021 Pages 1. Region of Durham Correspondence 1.1. Advanced Road Closure from Beatrice Street East from Taunton Road to 3 Coldstream Drive, August 31, 2021 Link to More Information 1.2. Newtonville Road (Regional Road 18), Municipality of Clarington Road 7 Rehabilitation, September 7, 2021 1.3. Envision Durham — Growth Management Study — Release of Housing 9 Intensification Study Technical Report (Report #2021-INFO-94), September 3, 2021 2. Durham Municipalities Correspondence 2.1. Town of Ajax, regarding COVID-19 Proof -of -Vaccination, September 2, 19 2021 3. Other Municipalities Correspondence 3.1. City of Brantford, Regarding Year of the Garden 2022, August 27, 2021 21 4. Provincial / Federal Government and their Agency Correspondence 4.1. Ontario Heritage Trust, Regarding Nominations for the 2021 Lieutenant 23 Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards, August 26, 2021 4.2. Ontario Ombudsman, Regarding Annual Report Stats, September 1, 28 2021 Link to the 2020-2021 Annual Report 5. Miscellaneous Correspondence Page 2 Townline Road North (Regional Road 55) from Beatrice Street East to Coldstream Drive In the City of Oshawa/ Municipality of Clarington • Advanced Road Closure - Stage 1 B Works Department August 30, 2021 Public Notice 4 The Regional Municipality of Durham has begun construction of a new trunk sanitary sewer on Townline Road North from Beatrice Street East to Coldstream Drive, a new local sanitary sewer from north of Beatrice Street East to Taunton Road and new storm sewer, local watermain and road reconstruction on Townline Road North from Taunton Road to Coldstream Drive, in the City of Oshawa and the Municipality of Clarington's community of Courtice. Construction Schedule The Region's contractor, Dom -Meridian Construction Ltd., anticipates completing the work between Beatrice Street East to north of Taunton Road by December 2021. The final restoration works between north of Taunton Road to Coldstream Drive will be completed in the spring 2022. Unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. Road Closures Townline Road will be closed to through traffic in stages between Beatrice Street East and Coldstream Drive. Stage 1 B • Townline Road from south of Beatrice Street East to south of Taunton Road will be closed to through traffic beginning September 7 until November 2021. Construction progress and unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. • The intersection of Beatrice Street East and Townline Road North will be opened to through traffic on September 24. • Traffic will be detoured on signed routes. Access for local traffic and emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times through the signed detour routes. Further notices will be provided prior to the commencement of the future road closure stages. Municipal construction projects include the use of equipment which may cause noticeable noise and vibration for nearby residents and businesses. The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Businesses Businesses will remain open for the duration of construction. The Region recognizes there may be potential impacts during the work. Durham Region offers an overview of what businesses can expect during construction, and some tips on how to minimize inconvenience on your business, at durham.ca/OpenForBusiness. Page 3 Works Department Contract D2020-32 Public Notice 4 �I 113 a ro Taunton Road CITY OF OSHAWA STA E 113 \ Road Closure ue Wnite\a`NJ�v% L C O V d U J C) MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON Beatrice Street o � } D2020-032 Parking Access to residential driveways will be maintained whenever possible. Notification will be given to residents if vehicles need to be moved out of the driveway. If you are unable to access your driveway due to this work, a permit is required to park on the street. To obtain a permit, go to oshawa.ca/parkingpermit or call 905-436-3311. You will be required to provide contract number D2020-32. This permit is free of charge and exempts your vehicle from the three-hour on -street parking by-law only. All other parking restrictions still apply. Further information and future updates will be posted on durham.ca/WorksProjects. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the following staff member from the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department: Cory Manion Project Supervisor 289-927-2160 Cory. manion@durham.ca Ryan Colvin Project Inspector 289-830-2726 ryan.colvin@durham.ca If you require this information in accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3824 IP facebook.com/RegionOfDurham twitter.com/Reg ion Of Durham The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby Ont. L1 N 6A3 Telephone: 905-668-7711 or 1-800-372-1102 durham.c /,aWgq!�sProjects Patenaude, Lindsey From: Joanne Paquette <Joanne.Paquette@Durham.ca> Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2021 3:33 PM To: bjeffs@oshawa.ca; City of Oshawa General Communications; 'engineering@oshawa.ca'; Oshawa Fire Dispatch; plyon@oshawa.ca; Transportation Oshawa (transportation@oshawa.ca); Allison, Andrew; Greentree, Anne; Radomski, Basia; CAO External Address; Fire External Address; Fire Captains; Mayor Shared Mailbox; Clerks External Email; Langmaid, Faye; Clarington Operations; Public Works Infrastructure Management; Public Works Operations Management Subject: FYI: Upcoming road closure on Townline Road in Oshawa/ Clarington EXTERNAL FYI the following PSA was sent to local media today, it will also be available online at www.durham.ca/newsroom. Details have also been posted on the Region's social media sites (Facebook and Twitter). Please share as appropriate. Regards, Joanne Paquette, BA, BPR Communications Manager (Works) Corporate Communications Office (CCO) Office of the Regional Chair and Chief Administrative Officer The Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Rd. E, Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 905-668-7711 ext. 3732 Joanne. Paquette@durham.ca Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedln and YouTube. Region of Durham News 8/31/2021 10:49:12 AM Upcoming road closure on Townline Road in Oshawa/ Clarington Page 5 Whitby, Ontario — The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Townline Road North in the City of Oshawa and the Municipality of Clarington's community of Courtice. When: September 7 to November 2021. Construction progress and unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. Where: Townline Road (Reg. Rd. 55) from south of Beatrice Street East to south of Taunton Road (Reg. Rd. 4) in Oshawa/ Clarington. Why: To complete construction and installation of sanitary sewers and watermains. Note: The intersection of Beatrice Street East and Townline Road North will reopen to through traffic on September 24. Businesses in the area will remain open throughout the construction. Durham Region offers a helpful overview of what businesses can expect during construction, including tips on how to minimize the inconvenience on their business, at durham.ca/OpenForBusiness. The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. For more information about this project, visit durham.ca/WorksProjects. —30— For media inquiries, please contact Corporate Communications. Read this article on our website. CONTACT US 605 Rossland Rd. E Whitby, Ontario L1 N 6A3 (905) 668-7711 1 Region of Durham THIS MESSAGE IS FOR THE USE OF THE INTENDED RECIPIENT(S) ONLY AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, PROPRIETARY, CONFIDENTIAL, AND/OR EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER ANY RELEVANT PRIVACY LEGISLATION. No rights to any privilege have been waived. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, re -transmission, dissemination, distribution, copying, conversion to hard copy, taking of action in reliance on or other use of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient and have received this message in error, please notify me by return e-mail and delete or destroy all copies of this message. Page 6 Newtonville Road (Regional Road 18), Municipality of Clarington Road Rehabilitation Works Department September 7, 2021 Public Notice The Regional Municipality of Durham is proceeding with road rehabilitation on Newtonville Road (Regional Road 18) from 0.8 km south of Concession Road 6 to 1.1 km north of Concession Road 6, in the Municipality of Clarington. Work will consist of pulverizing asphalt, culvert replacements, steel beam guide rail, granular A road base, hot mix paving, shouldering and pavement markings. Construction Schedule The Region's contractor D. Crupi & Sons Limited will start work on September 7 and is expected to complete the work by November 8. Please note that unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. Road Closures and Lane Restrictions A two-day road closure will be required in September on Regional Road 18 to facilitate cross culvert replacements. Road closure details and duration will be communicated ahead of time through social media, the Region of Durham website (durham.ca) and the local newspaper. Daily lane restrictions will be required for the duration of the project to complete the work in a safe and efficient manner. Drivers should expect delays within the construction limits during the project. Municipal construction projects include the use of equipment which may cause noticeable noise and vibration for nearby residents. The Region realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise additional caution for pedestrian, cyclist, and construction worker safety. The dates shown are tentative and may change based on the contractor's schedule. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of the following staff members listed below from the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department: Warren Geer, C.Tech. Doug Scott Project Supervisor Project Inspector 905-668-7711 ext. 3442 905-434-0442 Warren. Geer@durham.ca If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3824. facebook.com/RegionOfDurham twitter.com/Reg ion Of Durham Page 7 Public Notice Newtonville Road Rehabilitation Kendal �. l � �k - S a. Municipality ��-�- r 1B of Clarington r' ROAD CLOSURE LOCATION SITE LOCATION ro God i � m J Y S I 1 The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby Ont. L1 N 6A3 Telephone: 905-668-7711 or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca/WorksProjects n7DDD) DURHAM REGION Sent via email September 3, 2021 Maya Harris The Regional Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Municipality of Durham 777 Bay Street, 13t" Floor Toronto, ON M7A 2J6 Planning and Economic Development Department Planning Division 605 ROSSLAND RD. E LEVEL 4 PO BOX 623 WHITBY, ON L1N 6A3 CANADA 905-668-7711 Dear Ms. Harris: RE: Envision Durham — Growth Management Study — Release of Housing Intensification Study Technical Report (Report #2021-INFO-94), Our File: D12-01 Please note that Envision Durham's second technical report prepared in support of the Land Needs Assessment (LNA) was released today for information. 1-800-372-1102 The Housing Intensification Study (Report #2021-INFO-94) evaluates Fax: 905-666-6208 the supply and demand for housing within the Built-up Area. This Email: study includes a detailed assessment of likely opportunities and planning@durham.ca supply potential for intensification and associated population and durham.ca employment accommodation. A key outcome of this report will be a recommended intensification target for the Region. Brian Bridgeman, MCIP, RPP Section 6.3 notes that a copy of this report will be forwarded to all Commissioner of Envision Durham Interested Parties, Durham's area municipalities, Planning and Economic Indigenous communities, conservation authorities, the Building Development Industry and Land Development (BILD) — Durham Chapter, and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Circulation will also be provided to agencies and service providers that may have an interest in where and how long-term growth in the region is being planned (school boards, hospitals, utility providers, etc.). Those wishing to provide any input may do so by submitting comments electronically to Envision Durham(cD_durham.ca by October 4, 2021. Additional technical reports will be released over the next several weeks, and the complete LNA with all supporting technical reports and staff recommendations will be brought forward to the Regional Planning & Economic Development Committee within the fourth quarter of 2021. If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact Planning Reception at 1-800-372- 1102 ext. 2551. Page 9 0 DURHAM REGION The Regional Municipality of Durham Planning and Economic Development Department Planning Division 605 ROSSLAND RD. E. LEVEL 4 PO BOX 623 WHITBY, ON L1N 6A3 CANADA 905-668-7711 1-800-372-1102 Fax: 905-666-6208 Email: planning@durham.ca durham.ca Brian Bridgeman, MCIP, RPP Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development To ensure you receive the most up to date project information, please subscribe directly through the Envision Durham project web page at www.durham.ca/Envision Durham and click on the blue "Receive email updates" at the bottom of the page. Please use the following link to access Report #2021-INFO-94, for your information and consideration. Yours truly, (�a4 y MuU" Gary Muller, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning c: Circulation list B. Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development, Region of Durham J. Kelly, Region of Durham — for distribution to all other Interested Parties If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact Planning Reception at 1-800-372- 1102 ext. 2551. Page 10 If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 2564 The Regional Municipality of Durham Information Report From: Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development Report: #2021-INFO-94 Date: September 3, 2021 Subject: Envision Durham — Growth Management Study — Release of Housing Intensification Study Technical Report, File D12-01 Recommendation: Receive for information Report: 1. Purpose 1.1 The Region is undertaking a Growth Management Study (GMS) as part of Envision Durham, the Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR) of the Regional Official Plan (ROP). The first phase of the GMS is the preparation of a Land Needs Assessment (LNA) to quantify the amount of Settlement Area Boundary Expansion that will be required to accommodate future population and employment growth to the year 2051. 1.2 The purpose of this report is to release for agency and public comment, the Housing Intensification Study Technical Report, which is the second of four technical reports prepared in support of the LNA, (the first technical report being the Region -Wide Growth Analysis which was released on July 2, 2010). The complete LNA with all supporting technical reports and staff recommendations will be brought forward to Committee in the fall of 2021. 1.3 The Housing Intensification Study Technical Report will be posted on the Envision Durham project webpage at durham.ca/Envision Durham for public review and is Page 11 Paae 2 of 7 provided as Attachment #1 to this report. Those wishing to provide any input may do so by submitting comments electronically to Envision Du rham(a-_)d u rham. ca or by mail. Any comments on the release of the Housing Intensification Study Technical Report are requested by October 4, 2021. 2. Background 2.1 Envision Durham is currently in Stage 3 ("Direct"). This stage of the project is intended to identify key proposed policy directions for moving forward with the preparation of a new Regional Official Plan. 2.2 The Growth Management Study (GMS) is being completed in two phases. The first phase of the GMS focuses on the completion of a Land Needs Assessment (LNA). The LNA is a detailed review of the Region's land base to determine how much of Durham's population and employment forecasts can be accommodated within the existing urban areas. Any growth that cannot be accommodated within existing urban areas would trigger a requirement for additional urban land by means of Settlement Area Boundary Expansions. Determining the quantum of additional urban area land is a key outcome of the LNA. The second phase of the GMS will focus on determining the most appropriate locations for any required Settlement Area Boundary Expansion(s). 2.3 The LNA is a technical exercise which relies on the assessment of past and current trends as well as forward looking projections. The LNA is being presented through four separate but interrelated reports which are being released sequentially and, organized as follows: 1. The Region -Wide Growth Analysis (released on July 2, 2021) presents region -wide population and employment forecasts, various trends in demographics, unit mix, housing prices, and built form. This report analyzes Durham's growth potential and informs key inputs and assumptions for the overall LNA. 2. The Housing Intensification Study (subject of this report) evaluates the supply and demand for housing within the Region's Built-up Areas'. This evaluation includes a detailed assessment of likely opportunities and supply potential for intensification and associated population and employment 1 "Built-up Areas" were established by the original Growth Plan in 2006 as lands developed, or under development within an urban area/settlement area boundary at that time. Durham's "Built-up Areas" are illustrated in Attachment #2. Page 12 Paae 3 of 7 accommodation. A key outcome of this report is a recommended intensification target for the Region, (i.e. 50%). 3. The Employment Strategy will provide an assessment of trends in employment and will analyze the current state of the region's Employment Areas. Key outcomes included in this report will be recommendations on Employment Area conversion requests, a recommended density target for Employment Areas, and recommendations on the supply of designated Employment Areas to accommodate employment land related jobs to 2051. 4. The Community Area Urban Land Needs Technical Report will evaluate the existing state, current trends, and long-term development potential of Designated Greenfield Areas (i.e. lands within the urban area boundary that are outside of the built-up area). A key outcome of this report will include a recommended a density target for Designated Greenfield Areas and recommendations on urban area land required to accommodate residential units and population related jobs to 2051. 2.4 A Land Needs Assessment Recommendations Report will compile the key outcomes, technical analysis and related recommendations in the above reports, which will be presented to the Planning and Economic Development Committee later this year. 2.5 The reports are being released by topic in order to allow the public the opportunity to review and comment. Staff will report to the Planning and Economic Development Committee with recommendations on the Land Needs Assessment outcomes in the fall of 2021. I Previous Reports and Decisions 3.1 Several Reports have been prepared related to Envision Durham and Growth Management related topics: • On May 2, 2018 Commissioner's Report #2018-COW-93 requested authorization to proceed with the municipal comprehensive review of the Durham Regional Official Plan; • Over the course of 2019, six theme -based Discussion Papers were released seeking public input on a range of topics. The Discussion Papers can be found on the project webpage at durham.ca/Envision Durham Page 13 Paae 4 of 7 • On June 2, 2020 Commissioner's Report #2020-P-11 recommended evaluation criteria and a submission review process for the consideration of Employment Area conversion requests. • On July 29, 2020 Commissioner's Report #2020-P-14 outlined Amendment #1 to A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, including recommended comments to the Province on the updated 2051 growth forecasts for the Region of Durham and the updated Land Needs Assessment Methodology. • On December 1, 2020 Commissioner's Report #2020-P-27 provided proposed policy directions and boundary delineations for existing and future Major Transit Station Areas. • On March 2, 2021 Commissioners Report #2021-P-7 provided proposed policy directions related to all key components of Envision Durham, including initial directions for the Urban System and growth related topics. Also included was a Growth Opportunities and Challenges Report prepared by the Region's consultants, which serves as a starting point for the LNA and related technical studies. • On July 2, 2021 Commissioners Report #2021-INFO-71 presented the Region -Wide Growth Analysis. The purpose of the report is to analyze the region's long-term population, housing, and employment growth forecast within the context of provincial and regional policy, historical trends, and predicted future influences. 4. Housing Intensification Study Technical Report 4.1 The purpose of the Housing Intensification report is to document the capacity for accommodating residential and mixed -use growth within the Region's Built-up Area (BUA)2, determine the intensification potential of Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs), and provide policy recommendations, including recommendations on refinements to the Region's Urban Structure and intensification targets. 2 The Built-up Area (BUA) is defined as the extent of urban development when the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe came into effect in June 2006. The outer limit of these lands is the Built Boundary. New development inside the Built Boundary is considered intensification; development outside the built boundary is considered greenfield development. Durham's BUA is illustrated in Attachment #2. Page 14 Paae 5 of 7 4.2 The Housing Intensification Study has been informed by findings contained in the Region -Wide Growth Analysis Technical Report, in particular historical trends and the overall regional population and employment growth forecast to 2051. 4.3 The Housing Intensification Study has resulted in several key findings: • Based on an analysis of the intensification potential across Durham, the minimum intensification target of 50% of the growth to 2051 is appropriate, can be met, and can potentially be exceeded. • The introduction of Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSAs) as a component of the regional urban structure represents an opportunity to accommodate a significant amount of growth in close proximity to existing and planned GO stations and service. • Focusing growth in Strategic Growth Areas (SGAs), particularly the Urban Growth Centres (UGCs), Regional Centres and PMTSAs, has the greatest potential to achieve or exceed the Region's intensification target. • The capacity for growth and intensification in SGAs, including UGCs, PMTSAs, Regional Centres and certain Regional Corridors is significant. Durham will be able to accommodate the 50% intensification target by 2051. The total supply of new units within the BUA that could be developed exceeds the demand for housing in the BUA by 2051. 4.4 Further details can be found in the Technical Report (Attachment #1). 5. Relationship to Strategic Plan 5.1 By planning for growth in a sustainable, progressive, and responsible manner, the Land Needs Assessment and supporting technical reports address the following strategic goals and priorities in the Durham Region Strategic Plan: a) Under Goal Area 2, Community Vitality: • 2.1 Revitalize existing neighbourhoods and build complete communities that are walkable, well connected, and have a mix of attainable housing; • 2.5 Build a healthy, inclusive, age -friendly community where everyone feels a sense of belonging; b) Under Goal Area 3, Economic Prosperity: • 3.1 Position Durham Region as the location of choice for business; Page 15 Paae 6 of 7 • 3.2 Leverage Durham's prime geography, social infrastructure, and strong partnerships to foster economic growth; • 3.4 Capitalize on Durham's strengths in key economic sectors to attract high -quality jobs; c) Under Goal Area 4, Social Investment: • 4.1 Revitalize community housing and improve housing choice, affordability and sustainability; 6. Next Steps and Conclusion 6.1 The Housing Intensification Study Technical Report is now available for public review. The report will be posted on the Envision Durham project web page at durham.ca/Envision Durham. Interested parties are encouraged to subscribe for further project updates and email notifications through this web page. 6.2 The release of this report will also be announced by way of: • Public service announcements; • Social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedln; and • Email notifications and report circulation. 6.3 A copy of this report will be forwarded to all Envision Durham Interested Parties, Durham's area municipalities, Indigenous communities, conservation authorities, the Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) — Durham Chapter, and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Circulation will also be provided to agencies and service providers that may have an interest in where and how long term growth in the region is being planned for (school boards, hospitals, utility providers, etc.). 6.4 Those wishing to provide input on the report may do so via email to Envision Durham(o)-durham.ca or by mail. Any comments on the release of Housing Intensification Study Technical Report are requested by October 4, 2021. 6.5 The next technical report to be released for the Land Needs Assessment will be the Employment Strategy Technical Report. 7. Attachments Attachment #1: Housing Intensification Study Technical Report Attachment #2: Map representing the Built-up Area in Durham Region Page 16 Respectfully submitted, Original signed by Brian Bridgeman, MCIP, RPP Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development Paae7of7 Page 17 Attachment:2 Housing Intensification Study Commissioner's Report: #2021-INFO-94 Regional Municipality of Durham Legend Major Roads - Built-up Area Municipal Boundary Urban Area Boundary Waterbody 0 10 Kilometres Data SourcesThis map has been produced from a variety of sources. PARCEL DATA'. Ownership © Teranet Inc. and Its suppliers. Assessment © 2020 MPAC and Its suppliers. Page 18 The Region of Durham does not make any representations concerning the accuracy, likely results, or reliability of the use of the materials. ORTHOPHOTO: © 2020 First Base Solutions. All rights reserved. May not be reproduced without permission. This is not a plan of survey. The Region hereby disclaims a11 representations and warranties. / Town of �x By the Lake The Hon. Doug Ford Premier of Ontario Legislative Building Queen's Park Toronto ON M7A 1 Al premier ontario.ca Sent by E-Mail September 2, 2021 Re: Covid-19 Proof -of -Vaccination TOWN OF AJAX 65 Harwood Avenue South Ajax ON L1S 3S9 www.aiax.ca The following resolution was passed by Ajax Town Council at its special meeting held August 31, 2021: 1. THAT the Ontario government be requested to establish a province -wide proof -of - vaccination system and accompanying protocols for designated discretionary services and activities to avoid further shutdowns and keep the public safe amid a fourth wave of Covid- 19. 2. THAT the Town's Municipal Emergency Control Group develop and implement a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy requiring all Town employees to disclose and provide proof of vaccination status based on advice from legal counsel. The policy should consider valid/reasonable human rights and medical exemptions. 3. THAT Ajax Council direct the Town's Municipal Emergency Control Group to work with Durham Region Public Health to consider proof -of -vaccination protocols for public access to discretionary Town programs, services and activities in the interest of public safety. 4. THAT all Members of Ajax Council disclose and provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination status to Human Resource Services by September 7, 2021. 5. THAT this motion be sent to Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier of Ontario and Minister of Health, Rod Phillips, Minister of Long -Term Care, John Henry, Chair of Durham Region, Dr. Robert Kyle, Commissioner & Medical Officer of Health at The Regional Municipality of Durham, and other Durham municipalities. Page 19 If you require further information please contact me at 905-619-2529 ext. 3342 or alexander.harras(@aiax.ca. Sincerely, Alexander Harras Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk Copy: Mayor Collier Regional Councillor S. Lee Hon. Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier of Ontario and Minister of Health Hon. Rod Phillips, Minister of Long -Term Care and MPP for Ajax John Henry, Durham Regional Chair Dr. Robert Kyle, Commissioner & Medical Officer of Health, Regional Municipality of Durham All Durham Region municipalities Page 20 `O�ORpTION OF Ty f Cary IIII III IIIIIIIII IIII IIIIIII BRAN -WORD' August 27, 2021 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Sent via email: resolutions(a_fcm.ca To Whom it May Concern: Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Brantford adopted the following resolution at its City Council meeting held on August 24, 2021: 12.2.14 Year of the Garden 2022 WHEREAS the City of Brantford is committed to being a Garden Friendly City, supporting the development of its garden culture; and WHEREAS the City has a rich tradition of horticultural excellence with more than 180 floral gardens in municipal parks and along City streets, unique mosaic and carpet bed displays as well as annual plantings that enhance public art and historic monuments throughout the community and within the Downtown; and WHEREAS Equal Grounds Community Gardens coordinates and supports more than 20 active community gardens throughout the City- an initiative that is maintained fully by community residents and volunteers, to provide places for growing local, healthy and nutritious fruits and vegetables in urban neighbourhoods; and WHEREAS the City is proud to be home to landscapes that demonstrate a growing commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action including an emphasis on water conservation, and the use of native plants and species providing food and habitat for bees and other pollinators; and WHEREAS gardens and gardening contribute to the quality of life of our municipality and create safe and healthy places where people can come together, and the entire Country is being asked to proclaim 2022 as the "Year of the Garden"; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: A. THAT, the City of Brantford actively PARTICIPATE in the "Year of the Garden" by promoting beautification initiatives, enhancing plantings city wide, encouraging resident engagement and creating a supporting media campaign, and B. THAT Staff BE DIRECTED to prepare a plan for 2022 that highlights Brantford's gardening excellence and commitment to environmental sustainability, along with the required budget to be submitted to the CITY CLERK'S OFFICE City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 2.12 P.0 Box 818, Brantford, ON N3T 5R7 Phone: (519) 759-4150 Fax: (519) 759-7840 www.brantford.ca Page 21 6 Estimates Committee for consideration through the 2022 budget process, and C. THAT this resolution BE SHARED with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, The Member of Parliament and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brantford -Brant, the County of Brant, and all Ontario municipalities. I trust this information is of assistance. Yours truly, ;4; - Tanya Daniels City Clerk tdanielsCc)-brantford. ca Copy to: Association of Municipalities of Ontario Phil McColeman, MP Brantford -Brant Will Bouma, MPP Brantford -Brant The County of Brant All Ontario Municipalities Page 22 Patenaude, Lindsey From: Ontario Heritage Trust <marketing@heritagetrust.on.ca> Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2021 10:32 AM To: Gallagher, June Subject: Nominate a heritage leader today! I Proposez la candidature d'un leader en matiere de patrimoine des aujourd'hui! EXTERNAL The M6tis Nation of Ontario Women's Council for the M6tis Women's Leadership Gathering, 2019 recipients of the Community Leadership award Nominations are open for the 2021 Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards! The Ontario Heritage Trust invites you to nominate people and projects for this year's Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards. Do you know an exemplary project, or a person who has shown leadership, commitment and the best creative approaches to heritage conservation this year? Help the Ontario Heritage Trust recognize and celebrate them by making a nomination for the Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards. Page 23 The Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards recognize individual, group and project -based achievements in four categories: • Youth Achievement • Community Leadership • Lifetime Achievement • Excellence in Conservation Please also consider making a nomination for the Thomas Symons Award for Commitment to Conservation, which recognizes individuals who have made defining contributions to heritage conservation over the course of their professional careers. One award will be granted annually in this category. A range of conservation work is eligible to be nominated for the awards. Projects might include adaptive reuse of historical structures, sharing of our stories and cultural heritage in museums and on digital settings, class or extracurricular projects (Youth Achievement only), and activities that protect Ontario's natural spaces and biodiversity. The top individual recipient of the Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Award for Youth Achievement receives a $3,500 post- secondary scholarship funded by the Ontario Heritage Trust and Young Heritage Leaders program sponsor Canada Life. Canada Life has partnered with the Trust for over 20 years to recognize the excellent contributions of young people to heritage conservation. Paula Umeh, one of the recipients of the 2020 Young Heritage Leaders scholarships Learn more about 2020's award recipients Nomination deadline: September 30, 2021 For further information on the Trust's recognition programs, contact David Leonard, Community Programs Officer. Page 24 000 0WAR10HEMAGE oEIa� Canada HNNGING OLM STORY TO Le Conseil des femmes de la Nation Metis de ('Ontario pour Metis Women's Leadership Gathering, laureates de 2019 du prix pour realisations communautaires Les mises en candidature pour les Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour les realisations en matiere de conservation du patrimoine ontarien 2021 sont ouvertes! La Fiducie du patrimoine ontarien vous invite a proposer la candidature de personnes et de projets aux Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour realisations en matiere de conservation du patrimoine ontarien de cette annee. Connaissez-vous un projet exemplaire, ou une personne qui a fait preuve de leadership, d'engagement et des meilleures approches creatives en matiere de conservation du patrimoine cette annee? Aidez la Fiducie du patrimoine ontarien a les reconnaitre et a les celebrer en proposant une candidature aux 3 Page 25 so Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour realisations en matiere de conservation du patrimoine ontarien. Les Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour les realisations en matiere de conservation du patrimoine ontarien reconnaissent les personnes, les groupes et les realisations de projets dans quatre categories : • Realisations des ieunes • Realisations communautaires • Ensemble des realisations en matiere de conservation • Excellence en matiere de conservation Veuillez egalement envisager de proposer une candidature au Prix Thomas Symons pour 1'engagement en faveur de la conservation, qui reconnait les personnes qui ont apporte une contribution determinante a la conservation du patrimoine au cours de leur carriere profession nelle. Un prix sera decerne chaque annee dans cette categorie. Une gamme de travaux de conservation peut etre mise en candidature pour les prix. Les projets peuvent inclure la reutilisation adaptative de batiments historiques, le partage de nos histoires et de notre patrimoine culturel dans les musees, sur des affichages numeriques et dans le cadre de projets scolaires ou parascolaires (Realisations des jeunes seulement), ainsi que des activites qui protegent les espaces naturels et la biodiversite de I'Ontario. 11 Paula Umeh, une des beneficiaires des bourses Jeunes leaders du patrimoine de 2020 Le premier laureat du Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour les realisations des jeunes en matiere de conservation du patrimoine ontarien regoit une bourse d'etudes postsecondaires de 3 500 $ parrainee par la Canada Vie. La Canada Vie est partenaire de la Fiducie depuis 20 ans pour reconnaitre les excellentes contributions des jeunes a la conservation du patrimoine. Informez-vous sur les laureats de 2020 Page 26 Date limite de reception des candidatures le 30 septembre 2021 Pour de plus amples renseignements sur les programmes de reconnaissance de la Fiducie, communiquez avec David Leonard, responsable des programmes communautaires. 000 FMV= AV PATRM40" ONTARUN 011S ' canada a DONNFR VM A NOTU HUTOULE Ontario Heritage Trust 1 10 Adelaide Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 113 Canada http://www.heritagetrust.on.ca Unsubscribe jgaIlagher@clarington.net Update Profile I Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by marketing@heritagetrust.on.ca Page 27 0----) Ombudsman O N T A R 1 0 ONTARIO'S WATCHDOG CHIEN DE GARDE DE UONTARIO BY EMAIL September 1, 2021 June Gallagher, Municipal Clerk Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, ON L1 C 3A6 Dear Ms. Gallagher: Re: Your Inquiry to our Office about the Municipality of Clarington Further to your request, I am pleased to provide you with an overview of complaints received about the Municipality of Clarington between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021, as reported in the Ombudsman's 2020-2021 Annual Report. The Ombudsman's role and function As you know, the Ontario Ombudsman is an independent and impartial officer of the Ontario Legislature. He has the authority to review and investigate complaints about the administrative conduct of public sector bodies, including the provincial government, school boards, universities, and municipalities, as well as complaints about the provision of French language services, children's aid societies and residential licensee services. The Ombudsman is intended to be an Office of last resort. This means that complainants are first expected to raise their concerns using existing complaint processes and appeal mechanisms before our Office will intervene. Many complaints we receive are resolved quickly and efficiently by providing information and referrals, or by reaching out to the public sector body to obtain more information or clarification. In many cases, we are able to assist a complainant without contacting the organization involved. Depending on the circumstances, Ombudsman staff may share best practices with the organization to address the concerns raised or to improve local administrative processes going forward. If the Ombudsman determines that a formal investigation is necessary, a written notice of investigation is always provided to the organization. Office of the Ombudsman of Ontario I Bureau de I'Ombudsman de I'Ontario 483 Bay Street / 483, rue Bay Toronto ON, M5G 2C9 Tel./Tel.: 416-586-3300 / 1- 800-263-1830 - Complaints Line I Ligne des plaintes Facsimile/Telecopieur : 416-586-3485 TTY/ATS: 1-866-411-4211 Email/Courriel : info ombudsman.on.ca www.ombudsman.on.ca Page 28 2 Cases about the Municipality of Clarington Our Office received nine cases, including complaints and inquiries, about the Municipality of Clarington between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021. While I am not able to provide specific details about these cases for reasons of confidentiality, I am happy to share some general information. The number and general subject areas of cases we received about the Municipality of Clarington are as follows: General Subject Area Number of Complaints Bylaw Enforcement 3 Council/Committees 1 Infrastructure 1 Parking 1 Perm its/Licensing 1 Plan nin /Zonin /Land Use 1 Taxes/Fees 1 The cases reflected in our Office's 2020-2021 annual report have all been closed. As the Municipality of Clarington has appointed a municipal ombudsman, any complainants who had not yet raised their concerns with the appointed ombudsman were referred to do so. In cases where an issue should be raised with another body outside of the municipality, complainants were provided with information about where to turn next. The cases reported in our Annual Report include those where we provided information and a referral back to the municipality or its appointed municipal ombudsman. In those cases, our staff take time to review the specific concerns raised, identify what steps the complainant has already taken, and what next steps are available. Where the municipal ombudsman has completed a review of the matter, or declined to do so, our Office may review or investigate the complaint. The Ombudsman's Office is not an appeal body, and the Ombudsman does not substitute his decision for that of a locally -appointed ombudsman. When our Office reviews an appointed ombudsman's decision, we look at such matters as whether they: • Acted in accordance with the relevant legislation, terms of reference, and policy; • Considered the issues before them; • Followed a fair practice; • Obtained and considered relevant information; and • Provided sufficient reasons to support their findings based on the available evidence. Office of the Ombudsman of Ontario I Bureau de I'Ombudsman de ('Ontario 483 Bay Street / 483, rue Bay Toronto ON, M5G 2C9 Tel./Tel.: 416-586-3300 / 1- 800-263-1830 - Complaints Line I Ligne des plaintes Facsimile/Telecopieu r : 416-586-3485 TTY/ATS: 1-866-411-4211 www.ombudsman.on.ca Page 29 3 You can read more about how we work collaboratively to resolve administrative issues at www.ombudsman.on.ca. If you are interested in receiving our e-newsletter, you can subscribe to it by emailing thewatchdog chi ombudsman.on.ca. I trust that this information will be of assistance. If you have any questions about the contents of this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 416-586-3435 or by email at amaurer(a�ombudsman.on.ca. Sincerely, April Maurer Manager, Early Resolutions Office of the Ombudsman of Ontario Office of the Ombudsman of Ontario I Bureau de I'Ombudsman de I'Ontario 483 Bay Street / 483, rue Bay Toronto ON, M5G 2C9 Tel./Tel.: 416-586-3300 / 1- 800-263-1830 - Complaints Line I Ligne des plaintes Facsimile/Telecopieur : 416-586-3485 TTY/ATS: 1-866-411-4211 www.ombudsman.on.ca Page 30