Council Meeting

THAT the November 18, 2024 Regular Council Meeting Agenda BE APPROVED as circulated.

THAT the delegation from the Thorndale Lions Club regarding the expansion of the Thorndale Lions Community Centre BE RECEIVED for information.

WHEREAS Thorndale is a Growing Community with large forecasted population growth due to three new subdivision approvals; AND WHEREAS Thorndale has seen excellent utilization of the current facility (72.27%), and new recreational uses of the gymnasium; AND WHEREAS developing "shovel ready" projects in advance is good fiscal and planning practice; AND WHEREAS a surplus of funds were raised by community fundraising for specific use on the Thorndale Lion's Community Centre; AND WHEREAS the proposed project scope would restore the historic facility capacity of the Thorndale grounds and foster more and different recreation and events opportunities for the Thames Centre community; AND WHEREAS a surplus of funds were raised by the community for specific use on the Thorndale Lion's Community Centre; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council ESTABLISH an Ad-Hoc Committee for the expansion of the Thorndale Community Centre, with the goals of consulting on a design of a future expansion, that would include a new hall with a stage, expanded kitchen area and paved parking areas; AND THAT Staff BE DIRECTED to draft Terms of Reference for a Committee, to be brought forward to Council at a future meeting in January 2025; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT an appropriate budget for a project design BE

THAT Council adjourn its regular meeting at 5:28 p.m. and move into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Building Code Act, regarding the proposed 2025 Building Fees.

THAT Report No. PDS-054-24 BE RECEIVED for information; AND THAT the Building Public Meeting adjourn at 5:33 p.m.; AND THAT Council move into Public Meetings pursuant to the Planning Act, to consider applications listed on the November 18, 2024 Council Agenda.

THAT Application for Consent B10-24 requested by June Gwalchmai for lands legally described as Part of Lot 1, Concession 4 (geographic Township of Westminster), Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 4905 Westchester Bourne (County Road 74) be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That the lands to be severed, being the remnant farm parcel, be transferred to Sleegerdale or one of its affiliated farm holdings with Mike Sleegers and/or Brenda Sleegers being the principal, to ensure farm consolidation 3. That the applicants provide a road widening dedication to the County of Middlesex across the frontage of the lands to be severed and the lands to be retained measuring up to 18 metres from the centreline of County Road 74 (Westchester Bourne) if the right of way is not already to that width. 4. That the applicant obtain a rezoning approval to prohibit any new residential use on the lands to be severed being the remnant farm parcel. 5. That the applicant initiate and assume, if required, all engineering costs associated with the preparation of a revised assessment schedule in accordance with the Drainage Act, RSO 1990, as amended, w

THAT Application for Zoning By-law Amendment Z12-24 requested by June Gwalchmai for lands legally described as Part of Lot 1, Concession 4 (geographic Township of Westminster), Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 4905 Westchester Bourne (County Road 74) be APPROVED; AND THAT the implementation by-law be CONSIDERED, as included in the by-law portion of the agenda.

THAT Application for Consent B11-24 requested by Norman Phillip Demaray, Debra Lynn Demaray, Andrew Demaray to convey a parcel of land having an area of approximately 0.753 hectares (1.86 ac) for lands legally described as Part of Lot 19, Concession 5,SRT (geographic Township of North Dorchester), designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 33R-2402, Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 5251 Dorchester Road be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That the lands to be conveyed be merged in the exact same name and title as the parcel located at 5247 Dorchester Road, as evidenced by a consolidated parcel register under one Parcel Identifier Number (P.I.N.), and that Section 50(3) of the Planning Act apply to any further conveyance or transaction of the subject lands. 3. That the applicants obtain a zoning by-law amendment for the lands to be retained to rezone the lands to an appropriate site-specific Agricultural (A-#) Zone to recognize the existing use of the lands and to recognize lot deficiencies. 4. That a zoning by-law amendment is obtained for the lands to be conveyed/enlarged to recognize any lot deficiencies including but no

THAT Application for Consent B13-24 filed by Richard Fleming on behalf of Joe Fleming to establish a right-of-way access easement having a width of approximately 5.41 metres along Crampton Drive and an area of approximately 187 square metres in favour of the abutting property to the west known municipally as 4186 Crampton Drive from a property legally described as Part of Lot 4, Concession 3; and Part 3 of 33R3161 (geographic Township of North Dorchester), Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 4411 Putnam Road (County Road 30) be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That the necessary deeds, transfers and charges for certificates and/or instruments necessary for registration be submitted electronically to the Municipality, all of which are to be fully executed. 3. That the Owner be required to dedicate lands up to 13 m from the centreline of construction of County Road 30 (Putnam Road) to the County of Middlesex across the property for the purposes of road widening if the right of way is not already to that width. 4. That the Owner’s solicitor provide an undertaking for the registration of the maintenance and access agreement

THAT Application for Consent B14-24 requested by Murray Pickel, Suzanne Seiler, David Pickel and Mike Pickel to sever a parcel of land to dispose of a dwelling surplus to a farming operation as a result of farm consolidation having an area of approximately 1.5 hectares (3.7 ac) and a frontage of approximately 66 metres (216.53 ft) for lands legally described as Part of Lot 17, Concession 2, (geographic Township of West Nissouri), Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 22011 Nissouri Road (County Road 27) be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That the applicants provide a road widening dedication to the County of Middlesex across the frontage of the lands to be severed and the lands to be retained measuring up to 18 metres from the centreline of County Road 27 (Nissouri Road) if the right of way is not already to that width. 3. That the applicants obtain a rezoning approval to prohibit any new residential use on the lands to be retained being the remnant farm parcel. 4. That the applicants initiate and assume, if required, all engineering costs associated with the preparation of a revised assessment schedule in accordance with

THAT Application for Zoning By-law Amendment Z13-24 requested by Murray Pickel, Suzanne Seiler, David Pickel and Mike Pickel for lands legally described as Part of Lot 17, Concession 2, (geographic Township of West Nissouri), Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 22011 Nissouri Road (County Road 27) be APPROVED; AND THAT the implementing by-law be CONSIDERED, as included in the by-law portion of the agenda.

THAT Application for Consent B15-24 requested by Nancy Anne Hicks and Jeffrey Hicks for lands legally described as Part of Lot 19, Concession 5, SRT (geographic Township of North Dorchester),designated as Parts 3, 4 & 5 on Reference Plan 33R-12724, Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 5197 Dorchester Road be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That the lands to be severed, being the remnant farm parcel, be transferred to Tri-Forage Horsehae Ltd. or one of its affiliated farm holdings with Tory Marr being the principal, to ensure farm consolidation. 3. That the applicant obtain a rezoning approval to prohibit any new residential use on the lands to be severed, being the remnant farm parcel. 4. That the applicant initiate and assume, if required, all engineering costs associated with the preparation of a revised assessment schedule in accordance with the Drainage Act, RSO 1990, as amended, with such costs to be paid in full to the appropriate engineering firm, all to the satisfaction of the Drainage Superintendent. 5. That all applicable property taxes, municipal fees and charges be paid to the Municipality. 6. That all outsta

THAT Application for Consent B16-24 requested by W. Robert Maddox to convey two parcels of land having a combined area of 0.24 hectares (0.59 ac) for lands legally described as Part of Lot 1, Concession 3 (geographic Township of West Nissouri) and Part of Part 1, RP 33R14749, Municipality of Thames Centre, and known municipally as 4430 Dundas Street (County Road 2) be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Certificate of Consent under Section 53(42) of the Planning Act be given within two years of the date of the notice of the decision. The request for the Certificate of Consent shall be accompanied by a written submission that details how each of the conditions of consent has been fulfilled and the required fee. 2. That all applicable property taxes, municipal fees and charges be paid to the Municipality. 3. That the lands to be conveyed be merged in the exact same name and title as the parcel located at 4424 Dundas Street, as evidenced by a consolidated parcel register under one Parcel Identifier Number (P.I.N.), and that Section 50(3) of the Planning Act apply to any further conveyance or transaction of the subject lands. 4. That all outstanding work orders or by-law enforcement issues be resolved to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official. 5. That the necessary deeds, transfers and charges for certificates and /or instruments necessary for registration be submitted electronically to the Municipality, all of which are to be fully executed. 6. Th

THAT the Planning Public Meetings adjourn at 6:18 p.m. and Council reconvene in its regular meeting in order to continue with its deliberations.

THAT the minutes of the regular meeting of Council, held on November 4, 2024 BE APPROVED as circulated.

THAT Consent Agenda Items 10.1 through 10.5 BE RECEIVED for information.

THAT Application for Official Plan Amendment (O2-23) requested by Esher Planning Inc. c/o Melanie Horton on behalf of Brantam Excavating Inc. for lands legally described as Part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 1, NRT (geographic Township of North Dorchester) and designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 33R-18583, Municipality of Thames Centre be ADOPTED and forwarded to the County of Middlesex for approval; AND THAT the implementing by-law BE CONSIDERED, as included in the by-law portion of the agenda; AND THAT related Application for Zoning By-law Amendment Z14-23 requested by Esher Planning Inc. c/o Melanie Horton on behalf of Brantam Excavating Inc. for lands legally described as Part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 1, NRT (geographic Township of North Dorchester) and designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 33R-18583, Municipality of Thames Centre BE APPROVED in principle; AND THAT the implementing by-law be forwarded to a future meeting for Council’s consideration once the Official Plan Amendment is approved by the County of Middlesex. REASONS  The application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement.  Conformity with the County Official Plan and Municipal Official Plan would be maintained through the requested Official Plan Amendment.  The requirements of the Thames Centre Comprehensive Zoning By-Law are capable of being satisfied through the requested rezoning.

THAT Report No. LS-013-24 BE RECEIVED for information; AND THAT the proposed 2025 Fees and Charges BE APPROVED; AND THAT an implementation by-law BE BROUGHT FORWARD at a future meeting of Council.

THAT Report No. F-010-24 BE RECEIVED for information.

THAT Reports of Committees Agenda Items 12.1 and 12.2 BE APPROVED as presented.

WHEREAS roadway safety and traffic infractions are a growing concern within Thames Centre; AND WHEREAS there has been a noticeable increase in traffic-related accidents, speeding violations, pedestrian safety issues, and reckless driving across the Municipality, highlighting the need for greater public awareness and education on traffic laws and road safety practices—issues that, while not unique to Thames Centre, are relevant to our community; AND WHEREAS local agencies, including law enforcement, fire services, Thames Centre Public Works, the County of Middlesex, and the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), would be invited to attend and speak to their commitment to reducing traffic accidents and improving overall road safety through proactive measures, including education, enforcement, and community outreach; AND WHEREAS hosting a public Townhall focused on roadway and traffic education will provide an opportunity to engage residents in meaningful discussions, share valuable information, and gather input on concerns related to traffic safety and enforcement; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff BE DIRECTED to coordinate a Roadway & Traffic Townhall in Spring 2025, inviting external stakeholders to participate in an open forum that allows residents to ask questions, provide suggestions, and give feedback on roadway and traffic safety concerns.

THAT By-laws 80-2024 and 81-2024 BE ADOPTED as presented; AND THAT By-law 79-2024 BE ADOPTED as amended.

RESOLVED THAT Council adjourn to closed session at 6:46 p.m. pursuant to: Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, in order to consider "(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees" in order to review the Economic Development Committee's recommendations regarding the Community Improvement Grant Applications.

THAT Council hereby approves the recommendations from the Economic Development Committee to AWARD the following Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grants provided that all applicants are able provide proof that all conditions and laws have been met:  1653 Richmond Street (Optimist Club) - provided that two (2) reasonable quotes for paved asphalt are obtained (cannot be recycled asphalt), Approved to a maximum of $5,000.  2023 Dorchester Road (Mortgage Teacher) provided that a second quote is provided, Approved to a maximum of $4,000.  2683 Putnam Road (Ted's Garage), Approved to a maximum of $2,500

THAT By-law 82-2024, being the Confirmatory By-law, BE APPROVED.

RESOLVED THAT the meeting adjourn at 7:26 p.m.