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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINEConsent Agenda of 2 Wednesday November 20 2013

5 MINUTES OF COMMITTEES AND BOARDS

51 Kincardine Police Services Board Oct 8 2013

Request to receive and file minutes

6 COMMUNICATIONS

61 Lake Huron Centre for Coastal Conservation Re Position statement

entitled Extreme Water Levels on Lake Huron D0362 Ontario Good Roads Association Re Various items of correspondence

received

a 20142015 Board of Directors A01b 2014 ROMAOGRA Combined Conference A01

63 Ontario Municipal Water Association OMWA Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda News Release Helping rural communities protect drinking water

W08b 2014 Award of Excellence for Water Efficiency W08

64 Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs OFSC Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda OFSC offers go snowmobiling savings on 2014 Trail Permits T00b Snowmobile trail permit sales set new Ontario record T00

65 Grey Bruce Health Unit GBHU Re Various item of correspondencereceived

a Grey Bruce Task Force on Crystal Meth and Other Drugs showopens at the Owen Sound Artists Coop S01

b Radon Protect your health Test your home this winter S01c Still plenty of opportunities to get your flu shot S01

66 Association of Municipalities of Ontario AMO Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda Connections Energy Symposium 2013 A01b Policy update Development Charges Make the Municipal voice

heard A01c Upcoming discussions on interest arbitration system A01d Bill 36 the Local Food Act passes third reading A01e AMO Watch File November 7 2013 A01f 2013 Fall Economic Statement Highlights A01g Latest on needs to improve interest arbitration system A01

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINEConsent Agenda of 2 Wednesday November 20 2013

h 2013 Annual Expenditure Report CanadasGas Tax Fund

Permanent predictable funding for municipal infrastructureNB Report available in ClerksDept A01

i AMO Watch File November 14 2013 A01j 2014 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund OMPF allocations

announced A0167 MacDonald Branch 193 Royal Canadian Legion Re Branch 183 Activities

Views Reflections Re NovemberDecember 2013 January 2014publication NB Publication available in ClerksDept A01

68 Doug Spencer Re B line water pipeline W0869 Canada Post Re Reduction in weekday business hours at the Kincardine

Post Office A08610 Ontario Clean Air Alliance Re Ontario Power Generation OPG wants to

increase the rate it receives for power from its nuclear units A01611 South Bruce Grey Health Centre SBGHC Re SBGHC in the news

October 2013 S01612 Historic Saugeen Metis HSM Re HSM Interpretive Learning Centre Fall

and Winter Ongoing Educational ProgramWorkshops H12613 Eva Wilkins Accessibility Advisory Committee Member Re Thank you for

tickets to the play Oliver as Volunteer Appreciation M04614 Municipality of West Grey Re Resolution Funding to BruceGrey local

municipalities to help defray costs for municipal enforcement of animalwelfare laws C11

615 Duncan Hawthorne Bruce Power Re Bruce Power LongTerm EnergyPlan Brief October 2013 and Innovation at work NB Booklet and CDavailable in ClerksDept A01

616 Shirley Wright Re LED Project W10617 Michael Coteau Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Re 2014

Volunteer Service Awards program A20618 Ministry of the Environment Re The Premier of Ontario invites

nominations for the 2014 Council of the Federation Excellence in Water

Stewardship Award A20

Request to receive and file all communications and emails

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINEConsent Agenda Wednesday November 20 2013

5 MINUTES OF COMMITTEES AND BOARDS

51 Kincardine Police Services Board Oct 8 2013

Request to receive and file minutes

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GONSENTAGENDAitem

Municipality of Kincardine Police Services Board met in regular sessionon the 8 day ofOctober 2013 at 230pm in the Gordon Jarrell BoardRoom Municipal Administration Centre Upstairs5 Concession

ROLL CALL

Board Members

Jacqueline Faubert Chair PRobert Hiscox Member P

Dorothy Stapleton Member P

Staff

Patty Beckberger Secretary P

South Bruce OPP Detachment

Inspector R Scott Smith A

Dana Earley Staff Sergeant P

10 CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at235pm

ADDITIONS 20 ADDITIONSDELETIONSAMENDMENTS

TO THE TOFROM THE AGENDAAGENDA

Motion 100813 01

Moved by Jacqueline FaubertSeconded by Robert Hiscox

THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board approve the followingadditions to the Kincardine Police Services Board Agenda120 NEW BUSINESS

121 Found Unclaimed Money122 Ontario Provincial Police Municipal Policing Bureau

Re Present Contract between the Municipality ofKincardine and the Ministry of Community Safety andCorrectional Services for policing services provided by theOntario Provincial Police OPP

123 Closed Session Re Move into closed session to discuss

personal matters about an identifiable individual

Carried

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KINCARDINE POLICE SERVICES BOARD

MINUTESFILE P02PSB

30 DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

Name Item Nature of Interest

None disclosed

ADOPTION 40 ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

OFMINUTES Motion 100813 02

Moved by Jacqueline FaubertSeconded by Dorothy Stapleton

THAT the minutes of the Municipality of Kincardine PoliceServices Board regular meeting held September 10 2013 beadopted as printed

Carried

DELEGATIONS 50 DELEGATIONSPRESENTATIONS AND PETITIONS

PRESENTATIONS

51 RachelsChallenge

School Resource Officer to provide an update to the Board

Constable Karen Green reported to the Board the very positivefeedback big impact and inspiration RachelsChallenge has hadon the High Schools and Community and involvement andsupport given by teachers parents and students Six presentationswere given four for the local high schools and two eveningsession for the community one in Kincardine and the one in

Walkerton RachelsChallenge was very well received in thehigh schools and a Friends of Rachel club has been started inthe high schools to keep the chain reaction going

The South Bruce OPP appreciated the support of the communityand recognized sponsorship given by the Kincardine PoliceServices Board

OLD BUSINESS

REVIEW 60 REVIEW OF PREVIOUS ACTIONS REQUESTEDOF OLD BUSINESS

PREVIOUS

ACTIONS Review of previous actions requested list is attachedhereto and forms part of minutes


KINCARDINE POLICE SERVICES BOARDMINUTES

FILE P02PSB

61 Auxiliary Barbeque

Motion 100813 03

Moved by Dorothy StapletonSeconded by Jacqueline Faubert

THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board approve to preplan 2014Auxiliary Barbeque funding in the amount of 30000 for VolunteerContribution in the Community and utilize account 0122203508Volunteer Appreciation

Carried

62 Public Nuisance Bylaw

ACTION Bring forward Public Nuisance Bylaw No 2013 073

to November 12 2013 Board Meeting for discussion and review

DIRECTION 70 CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICHIS REQUIRED BOARD DIRECTION IS REQUIREDMOTIONS

71 2014 BudgetDeliberationBusiness Plan

2014 Police Services Board Budget to be reviewed by the Board

Motion 100813 04Moved by Jacqueline FaubertSeconded by Robert Hiscox

THAT the Kincardine Police Board approve the proposed 2014 Budgetfor the the Kincardine Police Services Board

Carried

DIRECTION 80 CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICHNOT REQUIRED BOARD DIRECTION IS NOT REQUIRED

None received



FILE P02PSB

REPORTS 90 REPORTS MINUTES

MINUTES

91 Detachment CommandersReport

A copy of the October 2013 Detachment CommandersReportreceived for the Boardsreview

ACTION Noted and filed

92 Report ofthe Detachment Commander Found BicyclesAttached

The Police Services Act regulates the disposition of property thatcomes into the possession ofa police service Pursuant to thePolice Services Act and traditionally the property is sold throughauction with the proceeds being returned to the Board forwhatever purpose the Board deems appropriate

A suggestion has been brought forward in Report of theDetachment Commander October 8 2013 to consider the optionthat found bicycles be donated by the Board to a localorganization who can ensure bicycles are repaired and properlyequipped These bicycles can be provided at no cost to suitableresidents of the community

Motion 100813 05

Moved by Dorothy StapletonSeconded by Jacqueline Faubert

THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board support suggestionin Detachment Commander October 8 2013 Report regardingFound Bicycles

Carried

100 FINANCIAL MATTERS

Motion 100813 06

Moved by Dorothy StapletonSeconded by Robert Hiscox

APPROVAL THAT the Municipality of Kincardine Police Services BoardOF approve accounts in the amount of216872for paymentACCOUNTS

Carried



FILE P02PSB

110 COMMUNICATIONS

111 The OPP Review Re Issue Volume 48 No 2 Summer 2013

120 NEW BUSINESSGENERAL

121 Found Unclaimed Money

Motion 100813 07

Moved by Dorothy StapletonSeconded by Robert Hiscox

THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board received found unclaimed

money in the amount of600

AND FURTHER THAT the money be deposited into the VolunteerAppreciation Account 012220 3508

Carried

122 Ontario Provincial Police Municipal Policing Bureua

Email received from Superintendent RA Rick Philbin CommanderMunicipal Policing Bureau regarding the present contract between theMunicipality of Kincardine and the Ministry of Community Safety andCorrectional Services MSCSC for policing services provided by theOntario Provincial Police OPP

ACTION The present contract is to expire on April 30 2014 Billingprocess is being reviewed and as a result the MSCSC will not renewSection 10 contracts until early 2015 To provide policing in accordancewith the Police Services Act the following options are given to themunicipalities for consideration one to enter into an amendingagreement that includes the current cost recovery formula and second torevert to Section 51 policing arrangement under the Police Services Actwhich includes the current cost recovery formula

Motion 100813 08


THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board recommends the

Municipality enter into an amending agreement that includes the currentcost recovery formula under Section 10 of the Police Services Act PSACarried



FILE P02PSB

CLOSED 130 CLOSED SESSION IF REQUIREDSESSION

Motion 061113 09


THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board of the Municipality ofKincardine move into closed session to discuss personal matters about anidentifiable individual

AND FURTHER THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board return to

the regular open meeting of the Board upon completion

Carried

MATTERS 140 MATTERS ARISING FROM CLOSED SESSION

ARISING FROM

CLOSED

SCHEDULED 150 SCHEDULING OF MEETINGS

MEETINGS

151 Kincardine Police Services Board MeetingsMunicipal Administration CentreGordon Jarrell Board Room

November 12 2013 KPSB 230pmDecember 10 2013 KPSB 230pm

152 Notice of Meetings Zone 5 andor Conferences

160 ADJOURNMENT 410 hrs

Motion 100813 10Moved by Dorothy StapletonSeconded by Robert Hiscox

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MINUTESFILE P02PSB

ADJOURNMENT THAT this Board adjourn and meet November 12 2013 or at thecall of the Chair in the Gordon Jarrell Board Room MunicipalAdministration Centre Kincardine

Carried

Chair Secretary


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MINUTES

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REVIEW OF PREVIOUS ACTIONS REQUESTED

ACTION ACTION TO BE ASSIGNED STATUS

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2011 0405 Quarterly updates Quarterly Jacqueline IP Presentations and updates to keepto Council Faubert Council informed on a quarterly basis

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adoption ofNuisance

Bylaw20120402 Community Bring forward Jacqueline CP Check with Presto Crest Kincardine

Policing 2013 Faubert regarding pricing ofTshirtsAppreciation

20121009 Program KPSB on frontVolunteer on back ofT

Shirts for next year2013

20131002 On Hold Bring Forward for Special Project in2014



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ACTION ACTION TO BE ASSIGNED STATUS

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20121113 Alcohol Risk Karen Kieffer IP Karen Kieffer to follow up with otherManagement Policy Director of Municipalities in regards to Licensing of

Parks Facilities

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2013 0301 Review ofTaxi Board IP Set up time with Deputy Clerk toBylaw discuss amendments to Taxi Bylaw

2013 1003 Jacqueline Faubert to followup

20130302 Set up Taxi Bylaw Board IP Workshop to include Cab CompaniesRevision and and Jennifer Lawrie Deputy ClerkHousekeeping Municipality of Kincardine to discussWorkshop amending and streamling the Taxi

Bylaw20130514 Ontario SPCA Ongoing Board UP To keep informed and continued support

Ontario Society for to Detachment with OSPCA issuethe Prevention of

Cruelty to Animals20130514 Saturday Night SSgt Dana CP Police presence and respond to

Parades Earley Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band


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Ontario Police SOUTH BRUCE DETACHMENT

Provincial provinciale 700 Kincardine Ave

Police de Ontario Kincardine ON

Tel 519 3963341Fax 519 3964526

The Kincardine Police Services BoardReport of the Detachment Commander

08 October 2013

Found Bicycles

Background

The Police Services Act regulates the disposition ofproperty that comes into the possession of apolice service Traditionally the property is sold through auction with the proceeds beingreturned to the Board for whatever purpose they deem appropriate

Issue

The South Bruce OPP Detachment comes into possession of 3040 bicycles annually from theMunicipality ofKincardine Most of these bicycles an in fair condition but no one has eitherreported them stolenlostor has attended the detachment to claim them The bicycles after 3months are turned over to the Board for their disposal Traditionally an auction is held for theirdisposal but the auction does not always garner much interest or revenue

Suggestion

There are many in the community who are unable to purchase suitable bicycles and equipmentfor their children The option exists to have these bicycles donated by the Board to a localorganization who in turn can ensure that they are repaired and properly equipped These bicyclescan then be provided at no cost to suitable residents of the community

Currently the Grey Bruce Poverty Task Force the United Way Service Clubs and others areengaged and support the concept There is a willingness to ensure that every bicycle has ahelmet associated to it for the protection of the rider and to ensure that the family is not incurringadditional costs

I need the Boardssupport for this initiativebefore I can proceed further Is this something thatthe Kincardine Police ServicesBoard can support

Scott Smith

InspectorDetachment CommanderSouth Bruce Detachment

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINEConsent Agenda Wednesday November 20 2013

6 COMMUNICATIONS

61 Lake Huron Centre for Coastal Conservation Re Position statemententitled Extreme Water Levels on Lake Huron D03

62 Ontario Good Roads Association Re Various items of correspondencereceived

a 20142015 Board of Directors A01b 2014 ROMAOGRA Combined Conference A01

63 Ontario Municipal Water Association OMWA Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda News Release Helping rural communities protect drinking water

W08b 2014 Award of Excellence for Water Efficiency W08

64 Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs OFSC Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda OFSC offers go snowmobiling savings on 2014 Trail Permits T00b Snowmobile trail permit sales set new Ontario record T00

65 Grey Bruce Health Unit GBHU Re Various item of correspondencereceived

a Grey Bruce Task Force on Crystal Meth and Other Drugs showopens at the Owen Sound Artists Coop S01

b Radon Protect your health Test your home this winter S01c Still plenty of opportunities to get your flu shot S01

66 Association of Municipalities of Ontario AMO Re Various items ofcorrespondence receiveda Connections Energy Symposium 2013 A01b Policy update Development Charges Make the Municipal voice

heard A01c Upcoming discussions on interest arbitration system A01d Bill 36 the Local Food Act passes third reading A01e AMO Watch File November 7 2013 A01f 2013 Fall Economic Statement Highlights A01g Latest on needs to improve interest arbitration system A01h 2013 Annual Expenditure Report CanadasGas Tax Fund

Permanent predictable funding for municipal infrastructureNB Report available in ClerksDept A01

i AMO Watch File November 14 2013 A01j 2014 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund OMPF allocations

announced A01

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINEConsent Agenda Wednesday November 20 201367 MacDonald Branch 193 Royal Canadian Legion Re Branch 183 Activities

Views Reflections Re NovemberDecember2013 January 2014publication NB Publication available in ClerksDept A01

68 Doug Spencer Re B line water pipeline W0869 Canada Post Re Reduction in weekday business hours at the Kincardine

Post Office A08610 Ontario Clean Air Alliance Re Ontario Power Generation OPG wants to

increase the rate it receives for power from its nuclear units A01611 South Bruce Grey Health Centre SBGHC Re SBGHC in the news

October 2013 S01612 Historic Saugeen Metis HSM Re HSM Interpretive Learning Centre Fall

and Winter Ongoing Educational ProgramWorkshops H12613 Eva Wilkins Accessibility Advisory Committee Member Re Thank you for

tickets to the play Oliver as Volunteer Appreciation M04614 Municipality of West Grey Re Resolution Funding to BruceGrey local

municipalities to help defray costs for municipal enforcement of animalwelfare laws C11

615 Duncan Hawthorne Bruce Power Re Bruce Power LongTerm EnergyPlan Brief October 2013 and Innovation at work NB Booklet and CDavailable in ClerksDept A01

616 Shirley Wright Re LED Project W10617 Michael Coteau Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Re 2014

Volunteer Service Awards program A20618 Ministry of the Environment Re The Premier of Ontario invites

nominations for the 2014 Council of the Federation Excellence in Water

Stewardship Award A20

Request to receive and file all communications and emails

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October 23 2013

Dear Mayor and Council

RE Lake Huron Water Levels

Enclosed please find a copy of our new position statement entitled Extreme Water Levels on LakeHuron

The current period of below average lake levels has generated concern among some interests Earlierthis year the International Joint Commission IJC presented its recommendations to the two nationalgovernments on how to respond to this issue

The enclosed paper presents a proposed direction for moving forward on the IJCs Reference Study Weurge caution on the suggestion of engineered structures in the St Clair River Rather we support theIJCs recommendation for applying adaptive management which we address in the enclosed paper Weurge all levels of government to consider supporting adaptive management as an approach to dealingwith both high and low lake level extremes

If you have any questions about this information please contact our office

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The Coastal Centre is an independent non governmental organization dedicated to the conservation andwise stewardship of Lake Hurons coastal ecosystems It has been in operation as a registered charitysince 1998 Our environmental priorities include water quality coastal processes biodiversity andclimate change The Centreswork is focused on research education and community outreach

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Extreme Water Levels on Lake Huron

Background

Lake Huron is one of the five Great Lakes positioned in the middle of this interconnected watersystem Lake Huron like the other Great Lakes is a dynamic system and water level change ispart of a normal functioning system Recorded accounts since 1918 show the range of levelsto vary by about 2 metres There have been several periods of low lake levels 1930s 1960s2000s and several periods of high lake levels 1970s 1980s 1990s

Lake Huron is hydro logically connected to Lake Michigan in such a way that the two lakes areconsidered one hydrologic unit when discussing lake levels For this position paper when LakeHuron water levels are referenced it is assumed that the same relates to Lake Michigan asreferenced on the water level chart shown as Figure 1

It is the Centresview that natural factors primarily climatic factors related to precipitation andevaporation are the key drivers of water levels The state of balance between precipitation andevaporation will result in higher lower or static levels We also acknowledge that

i There are changes to our regional climate that have been occurring and are expected tocontinue to occur in the coming decades

ii There are human related factors influencing lake levels eg water diversions dredgingwater takings but that those factors have historically altered the lakes in a minor wayrelative to natural factors and

iii Post glacial isostatic rebound also called Glacial Isostatic Adjustment is slowly tiltingthe Great Lakes basin causing water to be gradually displaced from the northeast to thesouthwest The effects of this are more acute on the northern portions of the lake andon Georgian Bay Water levels in Milwaukee Wisconsin for example appear to berising At the same time water levels in the northeastern portion of the basin egGeorgian Bay appear to be dropping This rebound accounts for about 30 cm of waterlevel change rising or dropping in a persons lifetime International Upper Great LakesStudy 2009

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Extreme lake levels are not an unusual phenomenon In the last fifty years Lake Huron hasregistered three extreme levels scenarios where records have been set Record lows for LakeHuron were experienced in 1964 and January 2013 Record highs were experienced in 198586Extreme conditions are typically met with public concern and calls for urgent action

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High Levels

Subsequent to the record high levels in 198586 the Canadian and United States governmentsrequested the International Joint Commission IJC to investigate the extreme levels issue Thisresulted in the Levels Reference Study released in 1993 The Study Board recommended againstthe installation of new structures to further regulate the levels and flows of the Great Lakes andSt Lawrence River because its investigations demonstrated that the costs of such measures

would outweigh their economic benefits and that these measures would produce negativeenvironmental effects

As a result of shoreline erosion and flooding situations during extreme high levels extensivestructural protection measures were installed along the shoreline that provided temporaryrelief at least psychologically In hindsight many of the structures interfered with naturalcoastal processes and simply magnified the problem or transferred the problem downshore Inone example near Grand Bend Ontario one cottage association claimed that their

neighbouring cottagers upshore had installed protection structures that had the effect ofaltering coastal processes causing erosion to the cottage properties downshore Theysuccessfully launched a lawsuit that required the removal of the structures

However some successful adaptive management strategies did unfold as a result of the studyOntariosProvincial Policy Statement was redesigned to incorporate development setbacks onthe Great Lakes Shoreline mapping under the federal Flood Damage Reduction Program helpeddefine flood and erosion setbacks Conservation Authorities were tasked to prepare ShorelineManagement Plans for local implementation These measures focused on adapting to extremehigh levels rather than battling against them

Low Levels

The International Joint Commission IJC in April 2013 submitted a series of recommendationsto the two federal governments intended to comanage the lake These recommendations

followed an extensive five year study by the International Upper Great Lakes Study IUGLSteam The IJC recommendations to government were not unanimously supported The US cochair one of 6 commissioners 3 from the US and 3 from Canada refused to endorse thereport citing that the recommendations placed insufficient emphasis on climate change andthe need for adaptive management The Commissionsrecommendations to governmentsincluded the following

1 Opposition to further study of Multi Lake Regulation Consistent with previousCommission studies the Commission found further exploration of multi lake regulationthat includes new large scale dams and channel enlargements is not warranted

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2 Recommendation was for further investigation to restore Lake Michigan Huron waterlevels This would include

I exploration of options that would provide relief during low water periods butnot exacerbate future high water levels and

ii a comprehensive binational benefit cost analysis and a detailed environmentalimpact study of potential structural options

3 Endorsement of the implementation of a comprehensive Adaptive Managementapproach to the Great Lakes supported by science and monitoring IJC 2013

There are many competing interests in the upper lakes preferring various water levels that

match their respective interests Substantial regional public pressure particularly fromGeorgian Bay has called for the construction of engineered structures in the St Clair Riveraimed at holding back water in the Lake Huron Lake Michigan system The structures beingdiscussed would be aimed at raising levels by about 20 cm A similar proposal was made in the1960s during the last extreme low level but was not implemented History of Dredging and

Compensation in the St Clair River 2009 What followed was three consecutive decades of highlake levels including the record highs in the mid 1980s Had the structures been in place duringthat time greater flooding and erosion damages would likely have been experienced

While extreme levels can elicit a strong emotional response amongst some directly affected byeither high or low levels the issue of extreme levels needs to be considered in a carefulobjective and measured way

Position

The Coastal Centre stresses caution on the idea of manipulating water levels through theinstallation of engineered structures in the St Clair River Lake Huron Michigan is a large

complex system Scientists currently have a limited understanding of the long term effects toLake Hurons ecosystems and the effects of artificially altered levels If we use the Lake Ontarioregulation experience as an example we know that its coastal wetlands for instance declineddramatically as a result of compressed lake level fluctuations Previous studies have noted the

importance of unrestricted lake fluctuation as critically important to the long term health andfunction of coastal wetlands Likewise little is known about the effects of controlled levels on

species and habitat And finally our ability to predict future lake levels is so limited thatattempts to raise levels to a point that would satisfy some under low conditions could amplify

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problems should high lake levels return We are concerned that controlling 20 cm of lake levelsmay lead to further expectations to add more structures in the future if these structures fail tomeet those expectations andor if water levels continue to lower

We support the pursuit of adaptive management as recommended by the IUGLS and IJC In ourview this would include

Development of extreme water levels plans These would present strategies to copewith emergencies and practical issues related to access hazards and ecosystemprotection related to both extreme ends of the water levels spectrum From pastexperience we know that reacting to extreme water levels situations can lead to poorlyinformed decisions

Planned infrastructure Most of our lake infrastructure eg harbours marinas waterintakes was engineered for a specific range of lake levels generally favouring averagelevels but well within the historic range Most plans do not accommodate levels at theextreme ends of the spectrum Planning for marina and harbour infrastructure repairsand dredging plans that go beyond the recorded range of levels may help speed uppermitting and approvals For example lack of planning resulted in delays to the ChiCheemaun ferry schedule in early 2013 when confusion over government jurisdictionsresulted in the failure to install dock fenders to accommodate lower lake levels that

resulted in ferry service delays Municipalities and private industry were frustrated withthe process to investigate provide approvals and fund infrastructure works related tothe shoreline

Municipal water vs individual water intakes The issue of private water intakes

becoming exposed during low lake conditions should provoke discussion aboutmunicipal drinking water system provision as an adaptive response

Permanent severing of the Chicago sanitary sewer canals The canals built in Chicagoin the early 20 century presently connect the Great Lakes with the Mississippi Riversystem and divert water from Lake Michigan into the river Several Non GovernmentalOrganizations and US State governments have proposed a permanent barrier beconstructed to prevent future invasive species introductions Severing the connectionbetween the two water bodies would have the dual effect of increasing levels on HuronMichigan and remove the threat of invasive species such as the Asian Carp fromentering the Great Lakes through the Mississippi River and related canals in Chicago

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Invasive plant species control and planning Invasive plants like Phragmites australisinfesting beaches has been a response to lower lake levels in recent years Communitieswould be best served with early detection and rapid response plans rather than

reacting to the problem once it becomes costly and challenging to address Invasivespecies threaten the quality of our coasts including wildlife habitat and species as wellas peoples ability to enjoy them

Ecosystem resilience is the

Protectingrestoring natural resiliency As an capacity of an ecosystem toadaptive response to a changing climate building

tolerate disturbance withoutcoastal resiliency provides multiple benefits

including erosion control enhanced biodiversity collapsing into a qualitatively

water quality improvement and better beach different state that is

quality Examples include dune conservation controlled by a different set ofcoastal wetland protection and lakeshore

processes A resilientnaturalization

ecosystem can withstand

Rural Stormwater Management planning It will be shocks and rebuild itself when

important that we prepare for changing climate necessary

conditions within the lake watershed Extreme Resilience Alliance

weather events in the recent past have oftenexceeded designed stormwater management structures The changing climate regimerequires a rethinking of current standards for dealing with stormwater management

Adequate funding Funds should be made available at the local municipal level toimplement adaptive management measures

We are entering into a period of a changing climate which will redefine the term normal This

new normal needs to be carefully considered and planned as we adapt to the realization ofnew and changing management needs Understanding planning and adapting to these newconditions will help coastal communities meet the challenges ahead

Approved October 4 2013

Pamela Scharfe Chair

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Great Lakes Water Levels Data current and historical Government of Canadahttp wwwecgccaeau waterdefaultaspfangEnn79962112 1

History of Dredging and Compensation in the St Clair River 2009http pubiuglsorgen St Clair ReportsSedimentSediment05pdf

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International Joint Commission 1993 Levels Reference Studyhttp pubiuglsorgen Other Publications 199320Levels 20Reference 20Study 2020Main20Reportpdf

International Upper Great Lakes Study 2012 http wwwiuglsorg

National Oceans and Atmospheric Administration 2013 What Could Changing Great Lakes WaterLevels Mean for Our Coastal Communities

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CONSENT AGENDA

October 31 2013

To the Head Members of Council lt art lot livaiepaPities

Pursuant to Policy B008 of the Ontario Good Roads Association the NominatingCommittee shall report to the Annual Conference its nominations for 12 directorsThe following members of the Board will automatically serve on the 2014 2015Board of Directors in the following capacity

President Tom Bateman P Eng County Engineer County ofEssex

1 VicePresident Rick Champagne Councillor Municipality of EastFerris

Immediate Past President Joanne Vanderheyden Mayor Municipality ofStrathroy Caradoc

1 Those nominated by the Nominating Committee shall be selected from OGRAsmunicipal membership pursuant to the requirements for geographicrepresentation contained in Section 12 of the Constitution and so far as possiblemeeting the criteria established in Policy B 008 A full copy of the Constitutioncan be viewed on the OGRA website

httpwww ogra orqAboutOGRAConstitutionaspx

The following incumbent Directors have put their name forward wishing tocontinue to represent their respective Zones

North 3 to be electedLuc Duval John MacEachern

City Engineer MayorCity of Timmins Township of Manitouwadge

Southwest 1 to be electedNo candidate at this time

South Central 3 to be electedKen Lauppe Duncan McKinlayManager Road Operations East Warden

City of Brampton County of Grey

Terry McKayDeputy MayorTownship of Chatsworth

Southeast 3 to be electedCraig Davidson Steve DesrochesCAOTreasurer Deputy MayorMunicipality of Hasting Highlands City of Ottawa

Michelle HendryDirector of Public WorksCity of Kawartha Lakes

Toronto 2 to be electedRobert Burlie Mark Grimes

Manager Road Operations Councillor

City of Toronto City of Toronto

Pending approval by the City of Toronto

One vacancy exists in both the Northern and Southwest Zones

The Northern Zone consists of the municipalities in the Districts of AlgomaCochrane Kenora Manitoulin Island Nipissing Parry Sound Rainy RiverSudbury Thunder Bay and Timiskaming municipalities in and including theDistrict of Muskoka and the City of Greater Sudbury

The Southwest Zone consists of the municipalities in and including the Countiesof Brant Bruce Elgin Essex Haldimand Huron Lambton Middlesex NorfolkOxford and Perth the municipality of ChathamKent and municipalities in andincluding the Regional Municipality of Waterloo

The South Central Zone consists of the municipalities in and including theCounties of Dufferin Grey Simcoe and Wellington and municipalities in andincluding the Regional Municipalities of Durham Halton Niagara Peel and Yorkand the City of Hamilton

The South East Zone consists of municipalities in and including the Counties ofFrontenac Haliburton Hastings Lanark Leeds and Grenville Lennox andAddington Northumberland Peterborough Prescott and Russell Prince EdwardRenfrew and Stormont Dundas and Glengarry and the Cities of KawarthaLakes and Ottawa

Any member of Council or a permanent full time staff from an OGRA membermunicipality interested in being considered as a candidate for a position on theBoard of Directors must complete the attached Nomination Consent form andsubmit it along with their resume to the attention of the Chair of the NominatingCommittee by no later than November 22 2013 Fax your information to 289291 6477 email to info@ograorgor mail to OGRA 1525 Cornwall Road Unit22 Oakville Ontario L6J 0B2

The Nominating Committee will meet in November to recommend a slate ofDirectors to the membership The members of the Committee are

Chair Alan Korell Immediate Past PresidentMembers Tom Bateman OGRA 1 Vice President

Rick Champagne OGRA 2 Vice PresidentJohn Curley OGRA Past PresidentJohn Parsons OGRA Director

Any questions regarding the Nomination process or serving on the Board ofDirectors can be directed to the undersigned at ioe ograorq

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book by telephone is limitedA credit card will be required to book a room or suite Deposit cheques are not acceptedSuites must be booked using the official suite formPlease note the room blocks are not available until conference housing officially opensNOTE Cancellation Policy remains unchangedCancellation fee is equal to one nights accommodation plus applicable taxes

Fairmont Royal York Hotel cancellation fee will be charged on each room or suitecancelled subsequent to the initial booking Substitutions are permittedOverflow hotels cancellation fees will be charged on each room cancelled less than 72hours before expected date of arrival

Rooms are blocked at the following hotels1 Fairmont Royal York Hotel main conference hotel2 InterContinental Toronto Centre3 Sheraton Centre Toronto and4 The Strathcona Hotel

For contact information online links schedule of hotel rates and additional accommodationinstructions visit us online atwwwcombinedconferenceorg

banquet entertainment

Back by popular demand The Mojo Kings Last year we tuned in to the sound of the Sixties Thisyear you will be breaking out your bolo tie and Stetson as the Kings cover your favourite countryand folk songs You dontwant to miss another fun evening of great music

combined conference notes bCombined Conference Appview the conference program exhibitors I allspeakers and more on the 2014 ROMAOGRACombined Conference web 1 u

app Use your smart phone and scan the OR Code to have the program at yourfingertips The 2014 program will be uploaded to the app soon 0 1

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Sign up for a complimentary membership in Fairmont PresidentsClub and receive free internetaccess within the Hotel This is available for all Conference attendees regardless of where you are

iertt iv foryour Complimentary Membership please vist the conferenceebsite ww cornb edconferenceorg

FAirrutiont Royal York Major roadwork is being completed in the area surrounding the hotel It isimportant that on your travel day you check online for directions and information on current roadclosures Please visitwwwcombinedconferenceorgfor the link

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Infrastructure Innovations The Honourable Linda Jeffrey OntariosMinister ofCapital PlanningFinancing Projects with Debt Municipal Affairs

OntariosCycling Strategy The Honourable Jeff Leal OntariosMinister of RuralAffairs

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Municipal DataWorks Tim Hudak Leader of the Progressive ConservativeParty of OntarioRail SafetyAndrea Horwath Leader of the New DemocraticCommunity Energy PlanningParty of OntarioROMA and OGRA Elections

Managing the Impacts of Growth Information RoomsSource Water Protection AODA

Archeological Discoveries While Preparing Sites Ontario Trails StrategyNext Steps in Asset Management Wetlands and Green Infrastructure

Wind EnergySharing Services Amongst Lower Municipalities Ministers Forum

This is one of the most anticipatedsessions each year Once again a widerange of provincial Ministers will be present

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Ontario Good Roads Association is always proud to recognize employees who have given longyears of service in the cause of good roads For eligibility requirements and form please visitthe Awards tab onwwwcombinedconferenceorgDeadline for receipt of nominations is FridayJanuary 31 2014 Awards will be presented at the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday February 252014 during the ROMAOGRA Combined ConferenceFor information please contact Carmen Sousa carmen@ograorgor2892916472

AiOGRA President Joanne Vanderheyden ROMA Chair Ron Eddy look forward to meeting youat the 2014 ROMAOGRACombined Conference

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Subject Ministry of the Environment News Release Helping Small Rural Communities roecDrinking Water

OMWA received the news release from Minister Bradleysoffice today re Helping SmallRural Communities Protect Drinking Water

News Release

Helping Small Rural Communities Protect Drinking Water

November 1 2013

Ontario Supports Action to Safeguard Drinking Water SourcesOntario is strengthening the protection of local drinking wa sources in small rural municipalities

Almost 200 municipalities will receive support to help carry out source water protection plans These plans which are developed locallyare an important part of Ontariosdrinking water safety net and protect existing and future sources of drinking water

Drinking water source protection planning was a recommendation of theOConnor inquiry into the Walkerton tragedy Seven peopledied and more than2000 became sick after consuming contaminated drinking water in the Town of Walkerton in 2000

Protecting our drinking water will enhance the quality of life for Ontario families and support sustainable communities now and into thefuture This is part of the governmentsplan to invest in people invest in infrastructure and support a dynamic and innovative businessclimate

QUICK FACTS189 municipalities are eligible for grants ranging from 18000 to 100000 An additional incentive of up to 15000 is availableto municipalities that work together to implement source protection plansThe province has already provided over 240 million for source protection planningThere are 38 source protection areas grouped into 19 regions Each region developed a source protection planDrinking water source protection planning was a recommendation of the Walkerton Inquiry

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Helping Small Rural Communities Safeguard Drinking Water SourcesSource Protection Municipal Implementation Fund RecipientsLearn more about source protection plans for your areaFind out how Ontarios Clean Water Act works to safeguard our water from source to tapRead about Ontariosdrinking water safety net

QUOTESGuarding against threats to our drinking water supplies is the purpose of source protection With the help of our many partners on localSource Protection Committees we are completing sourcetotap drinking water protection

Jim Bradley Minister ofEnvironment

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Communications Branch4163146666KateJordanontarioca

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LvndsayMillerontariocaMinistry of the Environmenthttpwwwontariocaenvironment

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Publi Sector and Utilities Award Private Sector Award Public Education and Awareness Award

recognizes projects such as recognizes projects such as recognizes projects such asWater Efficiency Master Plans Process optimization Promotion of water conservationOperational efficiencies Technology or retrofit programs Behavioural change programsLeak reduction Research Public education programsResearch Community outreach Youth educationBylaws or user rate measures Employee Education etc

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Application Guidelines Submission Criteria

1 Each entry shall consist of one1hard copy and 1 one Submissions are evaluated using the following criteriaelectronic copy of the submission 1 Innovationcreativity

2 Entry must be received by February 28 2014 2 Clearly defined goals objectives timelines3 Each entry shall be composed of the following 3 Quantified waterwastewater savings and financial results

Executive Summary 4 Public or staff education results

Background 5 Technical merits

Detailed description of the program and its 6 Transferability to other Ontario organizationsresults 7 Quality of submission

4 Where possible data should be quantitative such asnumber of participants reduction volumes budget Award Presentationversus final cost etc

The awards will be presented at the OWWAOMWA Joint Annual5 All entries must have a signature from an official of the Conference A wall plaque will be presented to each winner and an

organization certifying the accuracy and validity of the honourable mention scroll awarded to the runner up in each categoryinformation provided in the report

6 Each entry shall include a contact name address Winners are invited to attend the award presentation and will have the

phone number and email address opportunity to showcase their programs Award submissions andwinners will also be showcased in the conference trade show detailed in

7 Entries shall be a maximum of 7pagesthe conference delegation packages and will be reported in Pipeline

8 Updated entries may be resubmitted in subsequent the quarterly publication of the Ontario Water Works Association whichyears is distributed to water and wastewater professionals across Ontario

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4 kh JUJU11141 OF SNOWMOBILE CLUBSFor immediate Release

CONSENTAGENDA

OFSC Offers Go Snowmobiling Savings on 2014 Trail PermitsPermitsNow Available from LocalClubs and RetailOutlets

November 42013 Barrie ON The notforprofit Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs OFSC invites Ontarians toexperience exceptional fun camaraderie and adventure by enjoying snowmobiling on available OFSC trails this winterFor the first time this season 2014 Snowmobile Trail Permits are now available directly from the OFSCs communitybased snowmobile clubs and their volunteers or from dub designated retail outlets across the province There are twopermit types availabe until December 1

Seasonal Permit Seasonal Permits are available from dubs on or before December 1 for 210 a saving of 50 off theregular permit fee of 260 Snowmobilers purchasing online at wwwofsconcacan save an additional 750 thanks tono charge for Seasonal Permit processing fees until Dec 1

Classic Permit Any snowmobiler owning a sled that is model year 1999 or older is entitled to buy a 2014 ClassicPermit Primarily available online for 140 on or before December 1 a Classic Permit offers a saving of 30 off theregular fee of 170 Classic Permits are also available on a limited basis at retail contact OFSC district offices forlocations

Both the Seasonal and Classic Permit allow access to available OFSC trails anywhere in Ontario for the entire winterOFSC member clubs operate over 30000 kilometres of snowmobile trails throughout Ontario that rely on the revenuefrom the sale of permits to pay operational costs These trails generate almost 1 billion of winter tourism economicimpact annually while enabting family riders from aU walks of Iife to enjoy winter by visitirig many places and sightsonly accessible by snowmobile

OFSC trails are marked mapped and maintained for the use and enjoyment of permit holders Ontario law requiresany snowmobile entering an OFSC trail for recreational sledding to display a valid permit For more information on2014 Snowmobile Trail Permits visitwwwofsconca

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is a volunteer led notforprofit association which through strongleadership provides a wide range of quality programs and services to and on behalf of its member organizations Ourprovincial network of organized snowmobile trails connects Ontario communities providing responsible ridingexperiences that are safe enjoyable and environmentaHy sustainable

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November110013BarrieON The upcoming snowmobiling season has received an unprecedented kickstart by setting anew trail permit sales record announced just as snow has already started to fall in many parts of Ontario On October 10 theOntario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs OFSC launched a PreNovember 1 permit promotion offering snowmobilers anopportunity to save money by purchasing a trail permit online and tens of thousands of Ontarians responded

enthusiastically racking up pre season numbers of 41589Seasonal and Classic Trail Permits the largest and earliest salestotal in OFSC history

The PreNovember 1 promotion was very successful in achieving its goal of rewarding loyal trail permit buyers and attractingnew or former ones Loyal buyers accounted for almost 58 of early online sales including purchasing more permits thanpreviously for additional family sleds But the most significant stet is that a remarkable number of new and former buyersgenerated just over 42 of PreNovember online sales confirming their readiness to get started with snowmobiling inOntario this winter

Another result of this effective promotion is that it has created a buzz and excitement forwinter that started Ontariosnowmobilers getting ready for snowmobiling earlier than usual commented Paul Shaughnessy OFSC Executive DirectorThis heightened anticipation should also translate into increased activity and sales at snowmobile dealers and other winterretailers thisfoU

This early permit sales achievement also signals an important shift in the way Snowmobile Trail Permit are sold in OntarioTraditionally trail permits have been sold only through local snowmobile clubs and at their retail outlets In 2011 the OFSCintroduced an online permit sales option which have been growing steadily ever since but is now on track to account formore than 50 of annual permit sales The significance of this increase is that purchasing permits online relieves dubs andtheir volunteers of the huge administrative workload involved in manually processing permits So more online sales meanthat dubs can focus more of their volunteertime and efforts to make Ontario snowmobiling even better by delivering more

great trails and good times for permit buyers

Its not too late for snowmobilers to save money on their 2014 Seasonal and Classic Trail Permits Both permit types are nowon sale at PreDecember 1 feesof21O Seasonal 5O savings and 14U Classic 3Q savings onnr before December 1These permits can be purchased either in person at club retail outlets or ontine at wwwofsconcaOntario law requires anysnowmobile entering an OFSC trail for recreational sledding to display a valid permit

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is a volunteer led notforprofit association which through strongleadership provides a wide range of quality programs and services to and on behalf of its member organizations Ourprovincial network of organized snowmobile trails connects Ontario communities providing responsible ridingexperiences that are safe enjoyable and environmentally sustainable

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For Immediate Release

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Task Force show opens at the Owen Sound Artists Coop

Multi media and art created by local youth highlighting the benefits of being drug freeandor showing the risks associated with drug use will be on display in the LegacyGallery at the Owen Sound Artists Coop 279 10th Street E Owen Sound during themonth ofNovember The official opening for this exhibit takes place beginning at1000am Saturday November 9 at the gallery Artists community partners members of thepublic and the media are welcome to attend

This is supporting our local youth and promoting an important message and thanks tothe generosity of the Ontario Trillium Foundation we are able to offer the LegacyGallery for important shows like this one says Owen Sound Artists Coop managerMorag Budgeon

The posters writing and videos were created for a contest sponsored by the Grey BruceTask Force on Crystal Meth and Other Drugs to help educate our community on theissues associated with drug use

We are delighted with the level ofparticipation in this years contest and with the talentand creativity in the submissions said Task Force CoChair Sandy Stockman We arepleased to see that so many youngpeople share our concern with the toll that drugs aretaking on youth The contest participants are partners in the effort to promote healthychoices and a safer community

Working together for a healthier future for all101 17th Street East Owen Sound Ontario N4K 0A5wwwoublichealthgrevbruceonca

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Over 100 people took part in this yearscontest submitting 54 entries 23 posters 18videos and 13 pieces of writing All artists are 21 years of age or under and live in theGrey Bruce area

Winners of the 2013 Task Force Multimedia and Art Contest

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Teacher Ms Wood West Hill Secondary School2 Place Jamie KuhlTeacher Mr Arnett St MarysHigh School

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For more informationMathew MacLeod Morag BudgeonHealth Promoter Store ManagerGrey Bruce Task Force on Owen Sound Artists CoopCrystal Meth Other Drugs 279 10th Street E Owen SoundGrey Bruce Health Unit 51937104795193769420 or 1800 2633456 ext 1404 osartists@bmtscomMMacleod@publichealthgreybruceonca

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News ReleaseFor Immediate Release

November 4 2013

Radon Protect your health Test your home this winter

The Grey Bruce Health Unit recommends winter radon testing for all homes to determineif you or your family is at risk of radon exposure

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas given off from the breakdown ofuraniumfound in rocks and soil Radon gas can enter buildings through cracks in foundationfloors and walls gaps in service pipes open floor drains or any other area of exposedsoil The highest concentrations of radon are usually found in basements and lower levelsof homes

Longterm exposure to high levels of radon increases your risk of developing lungcancer The risk from radon exposure is longterm and depends on the level of radon thelength of exposure and a personssmoking habits Smoking combined with radonexposure greatly increases the risk of lung cancer

Radon is a health concern for Canadians but few homeowners understand the risk orhow they can protect themselves and their family against it says Dr Hazel LynnMedical Officer of Health Grey Bruce Health Unit is joining other public health units ina collaborative awareness campaign to help people better understand this issue

A national study by Health Canada found higher than recommended radon levels inhomes tested throughout the country which means the location or the age of your homecannot be used to evaluate your risk of exposure to indoor radon The only way to knowthe radon level in your home is to test for it

Working together for a healthier future for all101 17th Street East Owen Sound Ontario N4K 0A5wwwoublichealtharevbruceonca

519 3769420 1800 2633456 Fax 519376 0605

Testing for radon is inexpensive and easy Test kits are available for purchase at localretailers and online Health Canada recommends testing during the winter months in thelowest Lived in area of your home Testing should be carried out for a minimum of threemonths in order to obtain the most accurate results Homes that test above Health

Canadas guideline should be remediated Information about interpreting test results andhousehold remediation can be obtained from Health Canada at httpwwwhcscgccahlvsiyhvsv environradon engphp

For more information about radon contact the Grey Bruce Health Unit at 5193769420and ask to be connected to the Public Health Inspection Help Desk or visithttpwwwpublichealthgreybruceonca

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November 7 2013

Still plenty of opportunities to get your flu shot

Public Health has distributed over 49000 doses of the influenza flu vaccine to health

care providers hospitals longterm care homes nursing agencies and pharmacies so far

this season Public Health administered 351 doses at vaccine clinics in Owen Sound 239

on Monday and in Wiarton 112 on Wednesday This is significantly fewer than Public

Health clinics in previous years and reflects the provision of vaccine shifting into the

hands of community partners Flu vaccine is now available for those over the age of 6

months at doctorsoffices and family health teams Thirtythree pharmacies across Grey

Bruce can provide the influenza vaccine to those 5 years and over No healthcare

provider Some family health teams will offer influenza vaccine to everyone 6 months of

age and older You can find a location near you offering the flu shot at Ontariocaflu

The vaccine helps to strengthen your bodysnatural defense against the flu protecting

against the three most likely influenza virus strains expected in the upcoming flu season

The influenza vaccine does not contain live virus you cannot get flu from the flu shot

Public Health reminds everyone to get their flu shot early especially those with

weakened immune systems pregnant women young children and the elderly Influenza

infection rates are highest in children aged 59 years but rates of serious illness and death

are highest in children aged under 2 years those over 65 years and those with underlyingmedical conditions

Working together for a healthier future for alt101 17th Street East Owen Sound Ontario N4K 0A5wwwOublichealtharevbruceonca

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Flu vaccine is available for everyone over the age of 6 months at any of the remaining

2013 Public Health Flu Clinics no appointment is needed

Thursday November 14 400pmto 800pm Durham

Rockwood Terrace 575Saddler Street East

Wednesday November 20 400pmto 800pm Markdale

South East Grey Health Centre 55 Victoria Avenue

Thursday November 26 200pmto 600pm Thornbury

Beaver Valley School 189 Bruce Street South

For further information visit our website atwwwuublichealthgrevbruceoncaor call the

Flu Hotline at 519 3769420 ext 1533

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Connections Energy Symposium 2013

Sheraton Toronto Airport 801 Dixon Road 1 December 6 2013

The Symposium is the premier energy event of the year The Symposium provides a rich learning environment for those workingin energy management It offers current and engaging information on new technologies policy updates developments andresearch in the sector and highlights ongoing success stories

2013 wrought significant change to business as usual as the public sector complied with the long awaited requirements underthe Green Energy Act After reporting their energy consumption under Regulation 39711many organizations are asking nowwhat The 2013 Connections Energy Symposium will examine the data reflect on lessons learned and present ideas oncost saving measures leading technologies and more so municipal utility and other broader public sector partners can preparefor 2014

Who should attend

The Symposium will be of interest to Policy Makers Elected Officials Administrators and Managers at MunicipalitiesUniversities Schools and Hospitals MUSH all staff who are working in the relevant field of energy and environment frompolicy making technical development to management and marketing

Why attend

The Symposium willHighlight innovative projects and analyze success criteria and how you can implement them at your organizationProvide energy staff with the knowledge and tools to present and deploy energy related activities at yourorganizationFacilitate networking between the MUSH sector and energy related organizations including utilitiesand much more

Whatson the agendaPlenary sessions that explore Energy Policy and Programming Biodiversity and Conservation Regulation and

Three concurrent streams presenting 45minutes sessions in four blocksTrack 1 People The People track focusses on the human element of energy planning monitoring andmeasurement

Track 2 Places The Places track looks at the physical structures we work in and with and how to make useof renewables green building and DE solution

Track 3 Assets and Resources The Assets Resources track features presentations around CDM energyefficiency and programming and leveraging current resources in a cost effective manner

Check out the attached PDF document for details on the sessions and registration information or visit us online at lasonca

Attachments1If you have problems opening the attachmentsplease contact Nay Dhaliwal Special Events Business Development Coordinator at 4169719856 ext 330 or viaemail at ndhaliwal@amoonca

PLEASE NOTE AMO communications will be broadcastto themunicipalitysadministratorand clerk Recipients of the AMO broadcasts are free

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November 4 2013

Policy Update Development Charges Make the Municipal Voice Heard

On October 24 2013 the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing the HonorableLinda Jeffrey released a consultation document on Development Charges DC inOntario An invitation was sent to all municipal treasurers seeking their municipalitysinterest in attending consultation sessions Municipal governments are requested toreply by Tuesday November 5th to attend a consultation session Alternatively writtensubmissions will be accepted up to January 10 2014

AMO in every budget submission since 2008 has called for new DCA legislation andwe encourage all municipal governments that currently use development charges orthose that might in the future to attend a session or make a written submissionMunicipalities wishing to attend in person should reply to DCAConsultationaontarioca

While municipal governments recognize the important role the development industryand housing plays in our communities some key municipal issues regarding DCsshould not be forgotten in the discussions Highlights follow

In 1997 the new Act imposed significant restrictions on municipalities Thesechanges were dramatic Initial estimates where some 550 million in growthrelated costs were shifted from developers to existing property taxpayersPlans for forward looking investments like transit in cities have been drawn upbut not built Research on DCs through the Provincial Municipal Fiscal andService Delivery Review PMFSDR 2008 identified over 1 billion transitinvestment gap not including the 2 billion annually required of MetrolinxsBigMove transit proposals in the GTHA OntariosEnvironmental Commissionerreleased a Report in September 2013 seeking reforms to the DC Act Amongthe Commissionersfindings Public transit is treated inequitably despite theclear benefits it provides in addressing traffic congestion and statutorylimitations were specifically identified as a key barrier for municipalities wishing toenhance their public transit systemThe 2007 provincial municipal research and resulting report identified specificaction Four priority areas appear to be most inconsistent with the growth paysfor growth principle These areas are ineligible services the Mandatory 10Discount that must be applied to some services the Service Level Calculation10year average service level and the treatment of Grants Subsidies and

other Contributions under the Act Despite this comprehensive review nolegislative changes were made

Several links are included to help municipalities prepare

PMFSDR Development Charges Report 2007

OntariosEnvironmental Commissioners Report September 2013

Sustainable ProsperitysReport Suburban Sprawl Exposing Hidden Costs IdentifyingInnovations October 2013

AMOskey messages and considerationsGrowth must pay for growth Development charges are important to ensuring taxequity among property taxpayersDiscounted development charges can drive up property taxes for all residentsDelaying infrastructure investments does not eliminate the problem but canexasperate it moreIf we devalue the public services which support our homes we shortchange ourcommunities and their longterm future

AMO will be making a submission itself working with the Municipal Finance OfficersAssociation MFOA urging it to consider the findings of the 2007 DevelopmentCharges Subgroup in its current deliberations

AMO encourages municipal governments to directly deliver their own messages to theProvince regarding the importance of DCs to your communityswell being and how thecurrent legislation impacts your community

Contact Matthew Wilson Senior Advisor mwilson@amoonca4169719856Ext323

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Upcoming Discussions on Interest Arbitration

At the request of OntariosMinistry of Labour the Association isparticipating in facilitated discussions of the interest arbitration systemwith fire and police union association representatives

Balanced interest arbitration is of the utmost importance to AMO It is anissue that our members have spoken about repeatedly over the lastnumber of years because the current arbitration system is creatingproblems that will only get worse without action All Ontario communitiesshould have access to emergency services that they can afford

The planned discussions will be successful if all the participants andgovernment are open to considering ideas on how to make the systemactually work as intended Employers and employees should both fear itas a last resort that should be avoided

The two days of discussions November 13 and 14 will be facilitated byFormer Justice Mr George Adams The discussions will include the fullrange of issues identified by the parties Participants will also identify thecriteria that will be used to assess the acceptability of any proposedsolution identify possible ideas to respond to identified issues andwhether consensus is possible on any of them The discussions are toproceed in a without prejudice manner

As an early sign of the challenge union associations have asked thatMinistry of Labour representatives not be permitted to participate or beobservers and this request has been met AMO did not see a difficultywith their attendance AMO is committed to this process The process ispart of the governmentsThrone Speech commitment and we expect thatwe will be sitting down again in the future with the Minister particularly asrelates to the economic realities of communities across Ontario

As your government moves forward Ontarioslabour force will be treatedfairly and with respect It will sit down with its partners across all sectors to

build a sustainable model for wage negotiation respectful of bothcollective bargaining and a fair and transparent interest arbitrationprocess so that the brightness of our shared future is not clouded by theindisputable economic realities of our time Extract from 2013 ProvincialThrone Speech

AMO Contact Pat Vanini Executive Director pvanini@amoonca4169719856 ext 316

PLEASE NOTE AMO Breaking News will be broadcast to the membermunicipalityscouncil administrator and clerk Recipients of the AMObroadcasts are free to redistribute the AMO broadcasts to other municipalstaff as required We have decided to not add other staff to thesebroadcast lists in order to ensure accuracy and efficiency in themanagement of our various broadcast lists

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November 5 2013

Bill 36 the Local Food Act Passes Third Reading

Today the Ontario Legislature proclaimed the Local Food Act AMO was activelyinvolved and provided input on behalf of municipal governments as the Bill wasdeveloped and considered by the Legislature

The government has clarified the section on goals and targets in the legislation TheMinister of Agriculture and Food shall establish goals and targets to which the publicsector is to aspire to in the following areas

improve food literacy regarding local foodencourage increased use of local food by public sector organizations andincrease access to local food

Under the Act municipalities have been identified as a public sector organization Goalsand targets shall be established by the Minister within one year after it comes into forceConsultation with public sector organizations must occur before a goal or target isestablished The Minister must also prepare an annual report that summarizes theProvincesactivities regarding local food as well as other relevant information

AMO continues to caution the government to not establish goals and targets that wouldoblige the municipal sector to have to develop yet more administration and reports frommunicipal governments It is our view that municipal government resources are bestdevoted to leadership and network building to advance local food activities

Much work has been already undertaken by municipal governments in partnership withlocal food producers In August the joint AMOOntario Municipal KnowledgeNetworkMinistry of Agriculture and Food project on Best Practices in Local Food AGuide for Municipalities identified innovative case study examples to help inform andsupport a municipal role It sets out local food initiatives policies and programs thatcould be replicated to complement each municipalityslocal circumstance Empoweringand leading not regulating and reporting is the preferred way forward for municipalgovernments in advancing local food goals

The Act was amended to create a non refundable tax credit of 25 for farmers whodonate excess agricultural products to community food programs such as food banks

AMO welcomes this addition to the Act as it advances the intent of the legislation Aswell the Act proclaims a Local Food Week that will occur annually beginning the firstMonday in June

At this time it is unknown how the government will proceed in encouraging increaseduse of local food as it applies to public sector organizations AMO will seek clarificationfrom the government provide further advice on best paths forward and continue toadvocate municipal interests as the legislation begins to be implemented

AMO Contact Nicholas Ruder Policy Advisor nruderaamoonca416971 9856 ext411

PLEASE NOTE AMO Breaking News will be broadcast to the member municipalityscouncil administrator and clerk Recipients of the AMO broadcasts are free toredistribute the AMO broadcasts to other municipal staff as required We have decidedto not add other staff to these broadcast lists in order to ensure accuracy and efficiencyin the management of our various broadcast lists

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In This Issue

Video demonstrates how CanadasGas Tax Fund helped Goderich plan after the tornadoTwo Draft Regulations under Fire Protection and Prevention Act 1997Source Protection Municipal Implementation FundOne month until a Time for ActionStrengthening Relationships Nov 15 2013Communicate your message clearly to the mediaLAS helps 30 municipalities with lower group benefits costsResolutions concerning exotic animals and Ontario Ranger Program

Guest Column

CAO Larry McCabe weighs in on the impact of the federal Gas Tax Fund in the Town of Goderich Readthe column and watch the video

Provincial MattersDraft regulations under FPPA 1997 will require municipal fire chiefs to ensure the inspection of allbuildings upon receipt of a fire safety complaint Additionally annual fire safety inspections of all careoccupancies care and treatment occupancies and retirement homes will also be required Commentswill be accepted until December 16 2013

Funding will assist 189 small and rural municipalities implement source protection plans Grants rangefrom 18000 to 100000 AMO is pleased that the government has responded in this manner tomunicipal concerns about the unknown capital costs of implementing these plans

Eye on AMOLAS EventsOne month until a Time for Action the 2013 Connections Energy Symposium December 6 SheratonToronto Airport Hotel The program covers smart grids energy planning LED streetlighting casestudies and best practices The Symposium has limited space and is already 75 sold out dont delayregister today for the closeout event of the year

Only one week until the 2013 Ontario West Municipal Conference Strengthening RelationshipsSessions will focus on leading financial practices development tools municipal fire servicesneighbourhood action strategies and more Register today for the November 15 Conference at theLondon Convention Centre

Municipal communicators must be able to share information give clear instructions and sell ideasMessages should be easy to understand and easy to remember AMO presents Media and Social Media

workshops this fall and winter A must not miss workshop for those looking to communicate clearmessages to the media Register today

LAS

Continue to be frustrated by rising group benefit costs LAS Group Benefits Consortium Program offersaverage savings of 12 at time of enrollment and very competitive renewal rates The program isdesigned for small and medium sized municipalities and members have full flexibility related to theirplan design Request a noobligation quote to see what you can save

The Municipal WireThe Municipality of Tweed resolution petitions the Federal and Provincial Governments to legislate a lawprohibiting the sale keeping exhibition and transportation of exotic wild and non domestic animals

The Township of Uxbridge resolution urges the Province to restore the Ontario Ranger Program forfuture generations of young people

About AMO

AMO is a non profit organization representing almost all of Ontarios 444 municipal governments AMOsupports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipalgovernment as a vital and essential component of Ontariosand Canadas political system FollowAMOPolicy on Twitter

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2013 Fall Economic Statement Highlights

Today the Minister of Finance the Honourable Charles Sousa delivered the Fall EconomicStatement Prior to its tabling AMO was provided with a pre briefing of key municipal issuesThe Statement reconfirmed elements of the spring budget and set out several new reviews

The provincial government is forecasting a deficit of 117billion for the 2013 14 fiscal yearThis is a slight improvement over the previous forecast of a 133billion deficit Other highlightsare below

The Province will conduct three new reviews1 Education Property Tax

Since 1998 the growth in education property revenues has remained stable Thegovernment will explore options to protect this revenue base Depending on how thegovernment avoidsfurther erosion of the support that property taxes provide toOntarioselementary and secondary schools municipal property tax room could beaffected For the last 15 years the Province has offset reassessment impacts byresettingeducation tax rates This has according to Don Drummondsreport been positive formunicipalities as it has offset the impact ofmunicipal tax increases on taxpayers andreducedpressure on municipalities to limit tax increases

hi addition the government will also review options towards establishing a uniformBusiness Education Tax rate across the province While variances have narrowedconsiderably the Province will explore Drummond recommendations related toincreasing some low Business Education Tax rates while continuing to reduce high rates

2 Provincial Land Tax Review

For many years northern municipalities have been concerned with issues oftax equity

specifically related to the levying of Provincial Land Tax PLT PLT is the property taxlevied in the unincorporated areas of the north The Province sets the tax rate which hasnot been adjusted in decades The government will undertake a review in consultationwith a broad range of stakeholders including municipalities Rates for 2014 will be keptat 2013 rates while this review is underway Tax rates in unincorporated areas outside ofmunicipal boundaries have been much lower for several decades In fact 90 ofresidential properties pay less than 325 This has encouraged development inunincorporated areas while increasing demands for municipal service without offsettingtax revenue

3 Municipal Licensing of Towing

The governmentsintention to develop a provincewide system to oversee the towingindustry to combat insurance fraud was also included Municipalities currently have theauthority to license tow trucks

The following initiatives were reconfirmed1 Permanent Municipal Infrastructure Fund

The Statement confirms that details regarding the promised permanent fund will bereleased in the 2014 Budget AMO continues to meet with the Ministry of Infrastructureon infrastructure matters

2 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund

The Fundsphasedown to 500 million by 2016 is reconfirmed It is expected 2014municipal allocations will be announced very shortly reflecting a 25 million reductionnotwithstanding our advice

3 Services to Seniors

Recommendations from Dr Samir Sinhasreport Living Longer Living Well willcontinue to be implemented and will include increasing investment in home andcommunity care services to better meet patients needs and moving care out of the muchmore costly hospital setting While AMO is supportive in principle of programs such ascommunity paramedicine the delivery or expansion of such programs must beaccompanied by appropriate provincial funding and not be funded from property taxes

4 Provincial Infrastructure Plan

The government will legislate that the Province develop rolling 10 year infrastructureinvestment plans to promote the development of longterm strategic investments A newTrillium Trust will be established to fund future longterm infrastructure investmentsInitially it will be funded from the proceeds of government asset sales which will allowfunds from those sales to be transparent and available for further infrastructure projects

AMO Contact Matthew Wilson Senior Advisor mwilson@amoonca416 971 9856 ext 323


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November 12 2013

As you may know the Ministry of Labour has asked AMO to participate in a facilitatedprocess to resolve broadly held concerns about Ontariosinterest arbitration system

Simply put the current interest arbitration process can take too long disregards thewage increases that other municipal employees negotiate and ignores the financialconditions of individual communities AMO believes that the interest arbitration processis intended to ensure fairness for everyone emergency service workers municipalemployers other municipal employees and taxpayers We have proposed modestchanges that we feel would increase accountability and better meet the intent of interestarbitration

It has been rumoured that the Ministry of Labour has a new report on the matter and

there have been rumours that AMO has been unwilling to meet with the Ministry orparticipate in the facilitated process The Ministry advises that it does not have a newreport Furthermore AMO is participating in the facilitated discussions with the unionassociations and AMO is always willing to meet with the Ontario Government on thistopic and any other Meetings with our Ontario Government colleagues on a broadrange of matters are a routine practice

It is never easy to discuss matters involving compensation The details can becomplicated there are many perspectives and emotions can run high For that reasonAMO has tried to be very clear about our concerns and proposals

You may be asked about AMOs position and you may receive information thatcomments on AMOsproposals To that end we have put clear information within aninterest arbitrations section on AMOs website at wwwamooncaIn addition we haveproduced a short video that explains AMOs position It may assist you when discussinginterest arbitration concerns within your community

We recognize that there may be passionate debate about this topic and we suspectthat AMO will be criticised by some for voicing its concerns That is a fair andreasonable part of the democratic process At the same time we feel that theseconversations need to take place Emergency service costs have been growing at analarming rate despite the weak economy Increased labour costs account for the lionsshare of this growth and these growing costs have an impact on the affordability of allmunicipal programs and services

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As administrators of the federal Gas Tax Fund in Ontario we are pleased to share with you our2012 Annual Expenditure Report The report highlights the impact of the federal Gas Tax Fund inOntarios municipalities by summarizing the investments we have made throughout the year Intotal 555 million was invested in over 1500 projects during 2012

AMO promotes the impact of the fund across the province but we know that the real benefits arefelt on the ground in municipalities like yours Improving our transportation networks and oursolid waste water wastewater and community energy systems creates jobs and stimulates longterm growth Your residents and businesses prosper when we invest in infrastructure and theseare the local stories that we need to share

To help share the good news we have developed a template letter that you can send to yourMember of Parliament This will also be sent to your staff electronically so they are able to addyour municipalitysGas Tax projects past and present and talk about the impact theseinvestments have made in your community

Engaging your MP reminds them that local investments are supported by our direct federalmunicipal partnership Your municipal association has a seat at the table and we are proud to beworking in partnership with the Government of Canada to bring the much needed investments toour communities We have achieved much since 2005 and the good news is that there is more tocome

In 2011 the Government of Canada made the Gas Tax Fund permanent in legislation The nextstep is for AMO the City of Toronto the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada toagree on a new Agreement We are hard at work to ensure that the Fund and its terms andconditions continue to deliver for Ontariosmunicipalities

For more information on how the Gas Tax Fund is at work across the province please visitwwwgastaxatworkcaand follow us on twitter @GasTaxInOntario If you have any questions feelfree to contact Judy Dezell Manager Gas Tax at 416971 9856 ext 306 or jdezell@amoonca

Regards

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Toronto ON M5H 3C6 amo@amoonca Fax 416 9716191 8774266527

Template letter for sending out to your MP

Dear MP NAME

Since 2005 NAME OF MUNICIPALITY has received X from CanadasGas Tax Fund to invest inenvironmentally sustainable infrastructure Federal funds and local investments have led toan improved quality of life for our residents Key investments include NAMES OF PROJECTSwhich have resulted in MENTION PROJECT BENEFITS

Ontario municipalities own more infrastructure than any other order of government and a lotof that infrastructure needs to be upgraded or replaced In fact Ontariosmunicipalities havea 60 billion infrastructure gap and we cannot tackle this challenge alone

I am pleased that NAME OF MUNICIPALITY like all Ontario municipalities has a longtermpartnership with the Government of Canada through the predictable and stable Gas Tax FundI want to make sure that everyone knows how dedicated longterm and predictableinvestments from the Government of Canada are critical in meeting our local needs

Through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario we know that these local investmentsadd up Since 2005 Ontariosmunicipalities have invested almost 27 billion from the federalGas Tax Fund into more than4500 infrastructure projects worth 82 billion It has improvedroads and bridges and enhanced transit water wastewater solid waste and communityenergy networks Most importantly it has created jobs and laid the foundation for longtermeconomic growth Municipal infrastructure is the foundation for economic activity and weknow that investments in our communities will create a strong and prosperous Canada

Thank you again for federal investments in municipal infrastructure Through the permanentGas Tax Fund we look forward to continuing our successful partnership If you have anyquestions please do not hesitate to call

Sincerely

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In This Issue

Ontario Energy Board OEB to hold consultations on Energy East PipelineLand Use Planning Appeals and Development Charges ReviewIts Time for Action on December 6 2013 Connections Energy SymposiumCommunicate your message clearly to mediaGreenbelt Local Food Challenge 2014Career opportunities with Hamilton Conservation Authority and AMO

Provincial Matters

The proposed Energy East Pipeline falls under the jurisdiction of the National Energy Board The OEBsreport will inform Ontariosparticipation in the federal approval process to ensure the project is in thebest interest of Ontarians Read Minister Chiarellis remarks regarding announcement Dates to bedetermined

A consultation series is taking place to gather views on how we can improve the provinces land useplanning systems including what can be appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board OMB and theDevelopment Charges Act Land Use Planning and Appeal System workshops

Eye on AMOLAS EventsA Time for Action the 2013 Connections Energy Symposium December 6 Sheraton Toronto AirportHotel The program covers smart grids energy planning LED streetlighting case studies and bestpractices The Symposium has limited space and is already 75 sold out dontdelay register today forthe closeout event of the year

Municipal communicators must be able to share information give clear instructions and sell ideasMessages should be easy to understand and easy to remember AMO presents Media and Social Mediaworkshops this fall and winter A must not miss workshop for those looking to communicate clearmessages to the media Register today

Ontario Municipal Knowledge Network OMKNGrants are available from the Greenbelt Fund to public sector organizations to conduct local foodprojects Letters of intent are required to be submitted by November 22 and full applications byDecember 2

CareerEmployment OpportunitiesAssistant Manager Wild Waterworks Waterpark Hamilton Conservation Authority Please send yourresume and cover letter by 4pmWednesday November 27 2013

Policy Intern AMO Assisting senior advisors and the Director of Policy the successful candidate willsupport AMOspolicy development process The internship is a temporary position of up to 17 weeksPlease apply in confidence to hr@amooncaby January 31 2014

About AMO

AMO is a non profit organization representing almost all of Ontarios444 municipal governments AMOsupports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipalgovernment as a vital and essential component of Ontariosand Canadaspolitica system FollowAMOPolicyon Twitter

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2014 OMPF Allocations Announced

Today the Ministry of Finance issued 2014 allocations from the Ontario MunicipalPartnership Fund OMPF Letters to heads of council and treasurers are being mailedat this time Allocation notices may be viewed on the Ministryswebsite Below are keyaspects of the funding announcement for 2014 and issues on the funding horizon for2015 and beyond

A reduced envelope provincewide

The total envelope will continue to decrease A further 25 million cut will occur in 2014dropping total allocations to 550 million The Fund was 575 million in 2013 and 598million in 2012 If the government continues with its fiscal plan for the OMPF continuedcuts should be expected in 2015 to reach 500 million by 2016

Impact on recipient municipalities

While all recipient municipalities will continue to receive some funding there will benegative impacts for most communities Individual municipal reductions for the comingyear will be primarily determined as a percentage of 2013 allocations and scaled basedon the relative fiscal health of each municipality

Northern Ontario municipalities will experience either no change or a cut ranging up to10 of the previous yearsallocation Municipalities in all other regions will experienceeither no change or a cut of up to 15 of their previous yearsallocation Last yearscuts were up to 5 in the North and up to 10 in other regions These changes arevery significant for some communities at least 10 will experience an impact greaterthan 50 per household

How does OMPF structure for 2014 compare

For 2014 the grant components are Assessment Equalization Northern CommunitiesRural Communities Fiscal Circumstances and Transitional Previous grant componentsdedicated to policing farmland and managed forests have been eliminated

In 2013 the Ministry introduced a new funding concept to measure the relative fiscalcircumstances of municipalities This continues for 2014 and scales allocation cutsaccording to those municipalities most in need The Municipal Fiscal CircumstancesIndex MFCI measures such factors as weighted assessment per household medianhousehold income and employment rates among others on a relative basis formunicipalities that have been receiving OMPF As noted above the degree of fundingcuts to municipalities will be determined in part by the use of this measure

This approach demonstrates some sensitivity to the fiscal condition of municipalitiesand the limited capacity of some to shoulder these cuts However the transitionformulas of 2013 and 2014 have not and will not be responsive to changing socialservice and police costs This is a concern

AMOsPosition

AMO participated in OMPF discussions with the Ministry of Finance AMO advocatedfor a deferral of the 2014 cut of 25 million and reconciliation to be restored AMO isvery concerned that the municipal subsidy of provincial farmland and managed forestproperty taxation policy continues now without any provincial assistance AMO alsoemphasised the need for new transitional assistance from the provincial government formunicipalities facing future OPP billing model changes This would include help now forthose with high costs and transition assistance for those with bills that will increase

Fiscal Outlook

While the upload of social assistance benefit programs and court security costscontinues there are a number of significant issues facing municipalities in the nearfuture which pose significant risk They are

Policing Costs

The scale of OMPF cuts will be magnified by 2014 OPP wage related cost increases ofapproximately 25 million in 2014 The lost OMPF revenue and the OPP cost increasewill have a 50 million est impact on property taxpayers Almost 34 of all municipalitiesuse the OPP The impact of these two events at the same time will put a burden onmunicipal property taxpayers Tax increases or service reductions are likely in allcorners of the province

Other OMPF recipient municipalities will also face increased policing costs in 2014Emergency service costs are rising faster than the rate of inflation and other municipalcosts and services This affects the resources available to deliver other core services

that are just as vital to a community

Reconciliation

From 2005 to 2011 reconciliation was a key feature of OMPF funding Reconciliationrecognized the difference between projected and actual municipal costs From 2011onwards the impact of a reduced OMPF funding envelope has been amplified by thegovernmentsdecision to end reconciliation payments In 2014 and future years thesignificance of this change will become particularly acute for municipalities facing OPPwage related cost increases

Property Tax Room

For the last 15 years the Province has offset reassessment impacts by resettingeducation tax rates This has allowed municipalities to occupy the tax room createdand help offset the impact of municipal tax increases The 2013 Fall EconomicStatement signalled a likely end to this policy and possible education property taxincreases in the future

PropertyAssessment Issues

A number of key property assessment methodology issues remain unresolved andrepresent a risk to the stability of the assessment base These include assessmentsrelated to mills billboards and landfills in particular Market value is the foundation ofthe assessment system The successful resolutions of these issues need to be fair forall taxpayers

Our evaluation of the Future of the OMPF

The four grant components for 2014 will likely be the core funding elements forfuture years Discontinued grant components include policing and offsets forprovincial farmland and managed forest property taxation policiesSignificant dollars in 2014 are designated as transitional These funds are not

discretionary in the same manner as the province considered transition fundingin prior years These dollars remain an integral part of the overall OMPFenvelopeWhich grant components will be cut in 2015 and 2016 has yet to be determinedFor context below are historical OMPF allocations to the sector

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1 do not live on the Bline but Iam dismayed by the discussion I heard onthe televised council meeting last night If I lived on the route of thepipeline and suddenly had to pay 7000 Iwould be extremely angry Thecouncil of the town represents the collective of all the people in the townIf the council makes a mistake it makes it on behalf of all the people intown If the water pipe breaks in front of my house do I have to pay thecost of digging it up and repairing it Isuggest you add a charge to everytax bill in town to pay for this stranded debt

The decision to be made is whether we will provide infrastructurecollectively or privately If we are not all in this together we shouldsell the system to a private company and let it charge itscustomers whatthe market will bear

Please forward my email to the council

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Dear Mr Larry Kraemer

Canada Post has conducted a review of customer traffic patterns at the Kincardine post office at 261Durham St and determined that we have a very small number of local customers between the hours of800 am and 900 am Monday to Friday

As a result of this review we will be reducing our hours of operations as of January 5 2014

Our new hours at this post office will be

Monday to Friday900 amto 500 pm

Postal box customers will have full access to their mail 24 hours 7 days a week

Customers will continue to enjoy access to a full range of postal services and products at this post officeThere will be no change to the range of services we offer As well customers can purchase stamps pay forand print shipping labels and access other postal services online at canadapostca

While I recognize this is a change for your community Iwant to reassure you that we remain committed toproviding postal services in urban and rural communities across the country Our operations are funded bythe sale of our products and services not taxpayer dollars Changes are necessary as part of our response tothe decline of Lettermail volumes and being able to offer affordable services to all Canadians

Thank you for your understanding Please do not hesitate to contact me at the above address or at 519 2724372 if you require further information or assistance

Yours truly

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OPGs money grab

Ontario Power Generation OPG wants to increase the rate it receives for power fromits nuclear units by a whopping 30 next year OPG is basically asking to dig intoelectricity ratepayer pockets at the rate of 755 million a year to prepay for rebuildingits aging Darlington Nuclear Station

OPG is also asking for a significant increase in the rate it receives for power from itsheritage hydro projects dams and power plants that were built many many decadesago Some of this money may be used to update these facilities but it is just as likely tobe used to subsidize the rebuilding of the Darlington plant given the rock bottom costsof operating 60 or 70 year old water power plants

According to OPG its rate increases will raise the average residential customerselectricity bill by 183 per year

In other words OPG is building up a war chest at the expense of ratepayers to pay for aproject where costs are simply guesstimates and the chances that the final price tag willsoar into the stratosphere are high Already OPG has spent almost a billion dollars torebuild Darlington and plans to spend another 15billion over the next two yearsand thatsjust the start

Ontario has many lower cost and safer options for meeting its electricity needseverything from ramping up efficiency and conservation at a cost of about 3 cents akilowatthour kWh to importing power from Quebec at a cost of 4 cents a kWh lessthan half what even OPG is optimistically promising power from a re built DarlingtonStation will cost

With demand for electricity in Ontario falling and projected to continue to fall for theforeseeable future and new technologies rapidly improving both our energy efficiencyand the economics of renewable power generation nuclear is essentially obsolete Andjust as you likely wouldnttry to rebuild your 20yearold car when you saw the greaterreliability and lower operating costs of a new vehicle we shouldntbe wasting moneyrebuilding outdated reactors

Please tell Premier Kathleen Wynne and Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli to stop the OPGmoney grab and focus on lower cost safer and more responsible power options

instead

Thank youAngela

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Honourable Madeleine MeilleurMinister of Community Safety and Correctional Services

Dear Minister Meilleur

The attached certified true copy of resolution no 34813 was passed during the November6 2013West Grey Council meeting

The Province of Ontario recently announced an increase in funding to the Ontario Society for thePrevention of Cruelty to Animals OSPCA from 500000year to5500000year for theenforcement ofanimal welfare laws

The Municipality of West Grey Council is requesting the provincial government to provide funding tolocal Grey Bruce municipalities to help defray costs incurred for enforcement of animal welfare lawsby the respective municipalities as a result ofthe cessation of operations in mid2013 by the BruceGrey branch ofthe Ontario SPCA

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WHEREAS the provincial government recently announced an increase in funding to theOntario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals OSPCA from 500000year to5500000year for the enforcement ofanimal welfare laws

AND WHEREAS the Bruce Grey branch oftheOntario SPCA ceased operations in mid2013resulting in the downloading ofanimal welfare law enforcement and associated costs to BruceGrey local municipalities

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Grey hereby petitionsthe provincial government to provide funding to BruceGrey local municipalities to helpdefray costs for municipal enforcement of animal welfare laws

AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be circulated to the Minister ofCommunity Safety and Correctional Services BruceGrey local municipalities and localMPPs

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To all interested parties

There has been a significant amount of commentary on energy issues facing Ontario in recentmonths and specifically the review of OntariosLongTerm Energy Plan LTEP and the role ofrefurbished and new nuclear

Unfortunately this is often reported in the media in a sensational way and I wanted to take theopportunity to openly share a briefing on these important issues Although this is the subject ofmuch recent attention Bruce Power has actively communicated the positions included in thisbriefing over the last 18 months It was important to me that we provide a thoughtful overviewof our views on these important issues

Over the last decade Ontario has transformed its energy system moving from an energy deficitto an energy surplus while phasingout coal generation and establishing a longerterm visionfor the sector This has clearly not been without its challenges The provision for OntariosLTEP to be reviewed every three years allows the government the opportunity to make slightadjustments to better reflect changing circumstances

I support this approach as I believe we generally have the building blocks right related to thenuclear agenda in Ontario and our focus must now be on execution and optimized sequencingBy getting this right we can ensure our nuclear fleet continues to provide the people of Ontariowith a source of affordable clean and reliable electricity

From a Bruce Power point of view we have worked to return our site to its full potentialincluding getting the transmission in place to support this which was no small feat

Outside of energy considerations I know a major focus is on jobs and economic growthAccording to a report from the Canadian Manufacturersand Exporters Bruce Powerscontinued role in the electricity market will contribute to 15000 jobs and 3 billion ofeconomic activity annually for the province that is good news for our economy

Please find enclosed Bruce Powersbriefing on our view related to OntariosLongTermEnergy Plan along with a copy of a DVD featuring our innovation agenda Our wide rangingsubmission focuses on how the supply mix has changed but more importantly how we havetransformed our site in parallel and how we can work together to keep electricity prices low forour families and businesses while maintaining our leadership position aspiring to build anemissions free energy system We have kept our commentary focused on the nuclearcomponent as securing 10000 MW of refurbished nuclear is the foundation to a successfulsupply mixmoving forward

Our briefing focuses on the following four principle issues

Keeping prices low and stable Refurbishing and asset managing our nuclear fleet willprovide the province with a stable clean reliable source of lowcost electricity for thelongterm Since the November 2010 LTEP Bruce Power has worked to continue toprove we can manage assets in a more comprehensive way to better sequence futurerefurbishments while optimizing the life of our assets to the benefit of the province

Bruce Power site as a strategic asset for the province The Bruce Power site is now in aunique position with the successful completion of the fully serviced BruceMiltontransmission line that was put in place to accommodate the full output from the BruceSite at a cost of 700 million In addition the Bruce site is the only nuclear facility inthe province that provides Ontarioselectricity market with flexible capability we can

dynamically remove up to 2400 megawatts MW from the grid upon request With theimpending phase out of coal this flexibility is more important than ever

Staying off coal Ontario is a leader in North America becoming the first jurisdictionto phase out coalfired generation and Im proud of the role Bruce Power has played insupporting this success With the increased output from our site over the last decadewe have provided enough additional energy to meet 70 per cent of this challenge TheBruce Power units will remain essential to stay off coal for the longterm

Strategic considerations Having moved from an energy deficit to energy surplus theprovince has the opportunity to take advantage of our position to consider longertermand strategic opportunities I believe we can leverage our surplus position to helplower income energy consumers with some relief in a manner that offers noincremental cost to the system while advancing a clean transportation and energystorage agenda In addition with our focus on refurbishment we can take a longerterm view of new nuclear by focusing on refurbishment first

Bruce Power will continue to communicate its positive vision as to how we can contribute tothe province for decades to come and will continue to be part of the solution As demonstratedthrough recent polling I believe that support for the role of nuclear as part of a balancedsupply mix is at an all time high in Ontario We have a sector that recognizes we need to pulltogether to ensure the refurbishment program is a success given how central it is to our energyfuture

I hope you find this briefing helpful and please feel free to contact James Scongack if you haveany questions James can be reached by email at jamesscongack@brucepowercomor at 5193613900

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Duncan HawthornePresident Chief Executive Officer

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I was excited to hear of the proposed LED project sounds like a good deal for the town I havea question re the project can these lights be converted to solar in the summer if we decidedto at a later date And a caution because LEDsdont produce any or very little heat snowcan build up on them and not melt off for a period of time They may have improved since Iread about that or maybe gravity will take care of it but I have heard it is a problem with bigtrucks Great project though I have converted most of my indoor and outdoor lighting to LEDand am very satisfied just have to find them on sale

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Dear friends

I am pleased to invite your organization to participate in the 2014 Volunteer Service Awardsprogram The VSA ceremonies have become a longstanding tradition in Ontario

Volunteering is the most fundamental act of citizenship in our society Every day thousands ofOntarians of all ages voluntarily give their time and talent to thousands of community organizationsBy caring and contributing their time volunteers help hold our communities together

The VSA program recognizes volunteers from all sectors for their continuous years of service in acommunity organization It provides a way for your organization and the Ontario government tothank them in a meaningful way

Once again in recognition of the important role our youth play currently and in the future ofvolunteering each organization may nominate up to 9 volunteers 3 of whom must be youth If allyour nominees are adults the number you may nominate remains at 6

Please take this opportunity to nominate your volunteers and feel free to share this letter with otherorganizations that may be interested in recognizing their volunteers at a VSA ceremony Bysubmitting your nominations you can help ensure that your volunteers receive the recognition theydeserve

Nomination forms and program information are available on the Ministry of Citizenship andImmigration website at wwwontariocahonoursandawards

You may also contact the Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat by phone at416 3147526 or18778328622 by TTY at 416 3272391 or by fax at 416314 7743

The deadline date for submissions is January 25 of each year but you may submit nominationforms at any time Nominations received after the deadline will be considered for the following year

l look forward to celebrating the achievements of Ontarios volunteers

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Subject Council of Federation Excellence in Water StewardshipAward

November 13 2013

The Premier of Ontario invites nominations for the

2014 Council of the Federation Excellence in Water Stewardship Award

Nomination deadline January 15 2014 5 pm

The Council of the Federation COF Excellence in Water Stewardship Award recognizesoutstanding achievement innovative practice and excellence in water stewardship in Canada

Who is eligibleAn organization that operates or has an existing project or activity within Ontario that aligns withthe principles of the COF Water Charter including

a community or stewardship groupa business or institutionschool

an organization or local government

What is the award

one recipient from each province and territory will receive a certificate and 1000recipients will be announced on March 17 2014 at the beginning of Canada Water Week

How to apply Visit our website for complete instructions

Who to contact for further information

Enrico Di Nino

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