Regular Council

THAT the agenda be adopted as printed and circulated

THAT the minutes from the February 17, 2021 Council meeting be adopted as printed and circulated. Regular Council March 3, 2021 Page 2 of 16

THAT the Council meeting be adjourned at 9:01 a.m. for the purposes of holding a public meeting pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended

Regular Council March 3, 2021 Page 3 of 16 THAT Council's consideration of the amending development charges by-law be scheduled to occur on April 7, 2021; AND THAT Council request the public to submit comments in writing prior to March 24, 2021; AND THAT pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, the public meeting pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, be adjourned at 9:16 a.m.

THAT the following members be appointed to sit as the Court of Revision for the Campbell Drain No 2 2020, with the first Member being the Chair of the Court of Revision: 1. Chairperson Marcus Ryan 2. Steve MacDonald 3. Paul Mitchell.

THAT the Court of Revision on the Campbell Drain No. 2 does now open at 10:10 a.m.

WHEREAS the Council of the Township of Zorra provisionally adopted the report of Spriet Associates Engineers & Architects dated November 6, 2020 for the drainage works known as the Campbell Drain No. 2 2020 at the January 14, 2021 Council meeting; AND WHEREAS there have been no appeals that lands have been assessed too high or too low; nor that any road or lands have not been addressed, or that due consideration has not been given as to type or land use; NOW THEREFORE the Court of Revision for the Campbell Drain No. 2, hereby confirms the assessment schedule as fixed by the Engineer.

THAT the Court of Revision of the Campbell Drain No. 2, 2020 does now close and Council reconvenes at 10:14 a.m.

THAT Staff work with the Lions Club regarding the proposed trail paving project; AND THAT staff bring back a report regarding the project to the April 7, 2021 Council meeting for Council's consideration.

That Memorandum 2021-038 from the Fire Chief be received and filed for information purposes only.

That Council direct the Fire Chief to implement Option 3 from Report 2021-037, to increase coverages effective on the renewal date of April 1, 2021.

THAT Council authorizes Thamesford Minor Baseball Association to construct a semi- permanent batting cage in Lions South Park Thamesford AND THAT Zorra Township will assume ownership and maintenance of the batting cage once constructed.

Regular Council March 3, 2021 Page 7 of 16 THAT Council endorses an application to the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative for $125,000 towards the Embro Splash Pad project. AND THAT Council supply a letter of support for the project for inclusion in the application package.

THAT Memorandum 2021-043 from the Director of Recreation & Facilities be received and filed for information purposes only.

THAT Memorandum 2021-040 from the Chief Building Official/Drainage Superintendent be received and filed for information purposes only.

That Council award the tender for the Campbell Drain No. 2 2020 to Cassidy Construction at a cost of $204,901.00 (plus HST).

That Memorandum 2021-039 from the Director of Public Works be received and filed for information purposes only.

THAT Council enact By-law 12-21 to amend By-law 73-18 and appoint members of the Zorra Multi-Use Courts Committee.

THAT Council approve the discontinuation of the Township's dog licensing program effective for the 2022 licensing year; AND THAT the necessary by-law be prepared, including amendments that continue to require owners to identify their pets. Regular Council March 3, 2021 Page 9 of 16

That Council supports the decision to amend the zoning by-law with respect to application ZN 5-20-10 – 684254 Road 68; And further that the Clerk be instructed to so advise the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.

THAT Memorandum 2021-048 from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the potential land sale to Quadro Communications be received and filed; AND THAT staff be instructed to commence land sale procedures for property suitable for a communications switch building.

Regular Council March 3, 2021 Page 10 of 16 THAT Council of the Township of Zorra supports the concept for the Execulink Telecom application for funding under the Universal Broadband Fund Program; AND THAT Staff examine funding options as well as discussions with the County of Oxford to determine if funds from SWIFT contributions could be accessed.

That Council enact a by-law to authorize an agreement with the Township of South- West Oxford for reciprocal Drainage Superintendent services.

THAT the Council of the Township of Zorra advise the County that the Township supports the modifications to the approved draft plan of subdivision (File No. SB 32- T00002), as submitted by Kingwood Riverside Towns Limited, for lands described as Lot 6, 7, and 8, Registered Plan 45, in the Township of Zorra as reflected on Plate 3 of Planning Report 2021-78, to create townhouse blocks within a draft plan of subdivision.

That the letter from the executive of the Harrington Community Centre (HCC) be received and filed. And that, Council directs staff to assist the executive of the HCC to access government programs and/or other organizations that provide grants to community groups. And that, staff work with the executive of the HCC to develop a list of options to preserve the historical significance of the HCC property without the Township of Zorra taking ownership. And that, staff provide a report to Council regarding the results of these efforts, no later than the Aug. 4, 2021 Council meeting.

THAT items 10(a) - (b) be received and filed for information purposed

THAT the motion be amended to remove the locations Embro and Harrington from the resolution.

That the report from ZRAC regarding the Community Gardens Project be received and filed; And that, Council directs Township staff to work with the ZRAC led community groups to determine locations for community gardens and to prepare and to submit application(s) to the appropriate organizations that provide grants to assist in funding this type of community project

Whereas, the Township of Zorra recognizes the value of recreational activity for the wellbeing of the residents of Zorra And whereas, the restrictions imposed due to the COVID19 pandemic have reduced the opportunities for recreational, cultural and social activities and increased financial and emotional stresses Therefore, be it resolved that the Township of Zorra appreciates the efforts of the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) to keep the trails at the Wildwood, Harrington and Embro Conservation Areas open throughout the pandemic, which has been a benefit to both the physical and mental health of Zorra residents And that, a letter of commendation, along with this resolution, be forwarded to the General Manager and the Chair of the board of directors of the UTRCA

THAT items 11(a) - (b) be received and filed for information purposes only.

THAT the motion from the February 17, 2021 Council meeting be

WHEREAS parkland development initiatives can increase park use, reduce encroachment, and reduce conflicts between park users and homeowners. AND Whereas the Lions River Parkway east of the Thames River has no residential properties adjoining the park and it is bordered by highway 119 on the east AND Whereas the West side of the river floodplain has potential to mirror the east side and be bordered by a municipal street on the west side of the park that follows the Thames River area of influence from the end of Patrick street all the way to the County Water Treatment Plant Property. AND Whereas the future development of this westerly flood plain has endless potential as a community focal point. THEREFORE, be it Resolved that Zorra township council ensure that the Thames River Flood Plain from the Bridge on Dundas Street (highway 2), to the Oxford County Water Treatment Plant at the South, be protected from development by a municipal Street with no privately held land on the east side of that Street. This is commonly known as “eyes on the park”; AND THAT Zorra council notify the County Planning Department and Kingwood Homes Inc. that Zorra Council will not accept any Plan of Subdivision Reports that do not include “Eyes on the Park” concepts for the entire length of the river flood plain from the Bridge on Dundas Street (highway 2), to the Oxford County Water Treatment Plant at the South.

THAT by-laws 12-21, 13-21, 14-21, and 15-21 be taken as read a first, second and third time and finally passed; AND FURTHER THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the same and affix the corporate seal thereto.

THAT By-law 16-21, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council held March 3, 2021, be read a first, second and third time this March 3, 2021 AND FURTHER THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the same and affix the corporate seal thereto.

THAT this session of Council be now adjourned and herewith closed at 12:16 p.m. and the next meeting of Council be called for the April 7, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the Township Municipal Office.